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Brunei

Tiny state in Borneo, sandwiched between Sarawak and Sabah. After it was a big regional player a few hundred years back, Brunei became rich upon the discovery of Oil in the 1940s. For a period time the Sultan of Brunei was the richest person in the world.

Penang

Penang is the name of an island in the Straits of Malacca, and also of one of the states of Malaysia, located on the north-west coast of peninsular Malaysia. Penang is the second smallest state in Malaysia after Perlis, and the eighth most populous. A resident of Penang is colloquially known as a Penangite. The city Georgetown is the 2nd biggest city in Malaysia and traveller′s hub.

Perhentian Islands

The Perhentian Islands (Pulau Perhentian in Bahasa Malaysia) lie approximately 10 nautical miles (19 km) offshore the coast of northeastern Malaysia in the state of Terengganu, approximately 40 miles (64 km) south of the Thai border. The two main islands are Perhentian Besar (“Big Perhentian”) and Perhentian Kecil (“Small Perhentian”). Popular for it’s beaches, snorkeling and driving. Like a real postcard.

Kuching

Kuching is the capital of the East Malaysian state of Sarawak on Borneo. Kuching is the most populous city in the state of Sarawak and the fourth largest city in Malaysia. Kuching means “cat” in Malay.

Malay Women on Motorbike
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Bako National Park having a rest, Jalan Telok Pandan
   
Taman Negara Mutiara Resort


The Responsible Tourist and Traveller
This is practical 8-step guide based on the "Global Code of Ethics" for Tourism of the World Tourism Organization. It promotes traveling with an open mind and respect for people, culture, animals and environment. ... more

Puduraya Bus Terminal temporarily closed
The Puduraya Bus Terminal was closed on April 13 for at least four months due to renovation works in the terminal. Long-distance buses will meanwhile operate from Bukit Jalil. ... more

Malaysian F1 GP 2010 (Formula 1 in Sepang)
It is time again for the Grand Prix in Malaysia on April 2-4. The Malaysian GP will take place for the 12th time already from at the Sepang track, about 1h south of Kuala Lumpur. It will be the third race of the season after Bahrain and Melbourne.aaa ... more

Hiking at Bukit Tabur
It is hardly noticeable from the city centre - especially on hazy days - but Kuala Lumpur is surrounded by lush hills, rock formations and water reservoirs. Escaping the the huzzle and buzzle of the city is a mere 30min drive away. One the most spectacular hikes is up on Bukit Tabur, part of a quarz ridge in the north-east of the city at Taman Melawati. ... more

Exploring Cameron Highlands
There are 13 different paths to discover the Highlands on your own. To fully experience the nature, culture and economy of the area it is recommended to join one of the various tours. ... more

Buses from and to Cameron Highlands
Dangers and Scams in Kuala Lumpur
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Thaipusam Festival
Malacca: the city that best gives a sense of Malaysia’s past
Famous Jalan Alor
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Things to Do & See
Jonker Walk,Melaka
A street in Chinatown with many antiques stores. On weekend nights the whole street is closed for traffic and turns into a lively night market ... more
1 Utama Shopping Centre,Kuala Lumpur
Shopping Mall in Bandar Utama, Petaling Jaya (PJ). Giant Mall Shopping with an old and a new wing about 20km south-west of downtown KL. ... more
Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve,Kuala Lumpur
only remaining tropical rainforest in the heart of the city of Kuala Lumpur ... more
Chow Kit,Kuala Lumpur
The area features a large Indonesian community, and more recently, a small African community. It has a daily wet market known as Bazaar Baru Chow Kit which is arguably the largest wet market in Kuala Lumpur. Chow Kit is also known for its red-light district as well as for its nightly gathering of transwomen. ... more
Chinwoo Swimming Pool,Kuala Lumpur
Big public swimming pool with cafe in a nice setting on a hill right between Chinatown and Bukit Bintang. ... more
Paya Beach,Tioman
quiet beach south of Tekek on Pulau Tioman ... more
A Famosa,Melaka
Massive fortress that was built by the portuguese in the 16th Century. ... more
Lake Gardens,Kuala Lumpur
Big park near Chinatown area, includes National Mosque, Bird Park, Butterfly Park, Islamic Arts Museum, National Museum, Deer Park, Orchid Garden, Tasik Perdana (Premier Lake) ... more
Pulau Duyung,Kuala Terengganu
Island in the river mouth of Sungai Terengganu across the city center with malay Kampungs and traditional boat making ... more
Petronas Twin Towers / KLCC,Kuala Lumpur
The 88-floor building was completed in 1997 and remained the highest building in the world until 2004 with 452m. The Kuala Lumpur Center includes not only the famous twin towers, but also a shopping mall (Suria KLCC), a movie theatre, the new aquarium (KLCC Aquaria) and a park. ... more
Central Market,Kuala Lumpur
Indoor market for souvenir hunters, Malaysian souvenirs, art and handicraft etc. ... more
Masjid Jamek,Kuala Lumpur
Masjid Jamek is the oldest mosques in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It is located at the confluence of the Klang and Gombak River and was designed by Arthur Benison Hubback. ... more
Tanah Rata,Cameron Highlands
Main town in the Cameron Highlands (with Brinchang to the north and Ringlet to the south). Most budget guesthouses are here and it is the starting point for many jungle trails. ... more

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HOSTELS
Red Palm, Kuala Lumpur
Hostel, Kuala Lumpur
 Red Palm was voted the best hostel in Asia in 2006. It′s a small, relaxed and cozy place and this website wouldn′t exist without Red Palm. ... more
100 Cintra Street, Penang
Hostel, Penang
 Hostel in an an restauranted Peranakan house in Chinatown ... more
Frankel Hostel, Singapore
Hostel, Singapore
 small hostel in eastern Singapore ... more
Kedawang Beach Inn, Langkawi
Chalets, Langkawi
 Friendly accommodation with guest kitchen on northern end of Tengah Beach (right south of Cenang Beach), RM70- RM110 ... more
AB Motel, Langkawi
Chalets, Langkawi
 Accommodation on Cenang Beach with Travel Agency and Bike Rental, RM50 - RM150 ... more
Nazri Beach Cabanas, Tioman
Hostel, Tioman
 accommodation on ABC Beach ... more
Kapas Island Resort, Pulau Kapas
Resort, Pulau Kapas
 biggest resort on Pulau Kapas ... more
Father’s Guesthouse, Cameron Highlands
Guesthouse, Cameron Highlands
 Guesthouse in Tanah Rata, Peaceful setting, surrounded by gardens & jungle on a private hill, RM10-100 ... more

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LINKS

Juiceonline.com
parties & events in Malaysia
Monorails.org
Loving Photo Essay of KL Monorail by The Monorail Society
AsiaExplorers.com
Penang Mosques
Cinema Online
Cinemas in Malaysia
multimap.com
very good map service
AsiaExplorers.com
Penang Beaches
TrekEarth.com
photo community with stunning images
KL-Lifestyle.com.my
KL Lifestyle magazine
abcmalaysia.com
Travel Portal to Malaysia
Malaysiakini.com
independent online news magazine


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Food & Drinks
Mamak Rojak

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Mamak Rojak
salad with vegetables, egg and prawn fritters topped with a thick spicy-sweet peanut sauce
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Nasi Lemak

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Nasi Lemak with Rendang chicken
Malaysian signature dish with coconut rice - a must try
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» Food & Drink Database Malaysia & South-East Asia

PRESS ARTICLES
Malaysia at 50: So far, so good (International Herald Tribune)

Philip Bowring of the “International Herald Tribune” reflects about the country on it’s 50th (or 44th, read the article) anniversary, it’s rapid growth from rural to modern industrialized country. The peaceful situation but also the political and racial problems Malaysia is facing today.

Things to do & see
Kuching, Sarawak Cultural Village

Sarawak Cultural Village is tucked away on the foothills of Mount Santubong at Damai Beach, 35 km north from Kuching. It is also known as a living museum. ... more
Kuala Lumpur, Chinwoo Swimming Pool

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Big public swimming pool with cafe in a nice setting on a hill right between Chinatown and Bukit Bintang. ... more
DID YOU KNOW?
Weather

It’s hot (around 30C celcius) and very humid throughout the year. So be prepared to take 2-3 showers every day to get rid of your own stickiness.

RANDOM LINKS
thebookaholic.blogspot.com/
literature blog by a british living in Malaysia for more than 20 years
Malaysia-Islands.com
Photos, Dive&Snorkel Spots of all major Malaysian Islands
MalaysiaForum.de
German Malaysia Portal
Cinema Online
Cinemas in Malaysia
Juiceonline.com
parties & events in Malaysia

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BOOK HOSTELS
RANDOM GALLERY PHOTO
Malaysian Moments
litte cat
STORIES
Famous Jalan Alor
The well-known food street Jalan Alor is currently the talk of the town. Every local and tourist will eventually end up here having feast of good food in one of the many many restaurants and stalls. But since this week you might have a hard time finding this short but remarkable street in Bukit Bintang because the city council decided to change the name to Jalan Kejora - much to the dislike of about everybody.