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.

Kuala Terengganu

Kuala Terengganu is located at on at the east coast of the peninsula at the mouth of the Sungai Terengganu river. It’s the capital of the state of Terengganu which forms together with Kedah and Kelatan the heartland of malay culture. KT is good stop for one or 2 days before moving on along the eastcoast or towards the National Park / Tasik Kenyir. There are also day trips available to Pulau Rendang (Island) and Tasik Kenyir (Lake)

Penang, Malaysia
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If you go to Penang, make sure to visit Kek Lok Si Temple. It’s amazing. Penang Hill isn’t really worth going to. The view isn’t that great. If you go to Brunei, stay the Pusat Belia, youth hostel. It’s only 10 Brunei Dollars for a dorm and has a swimming pool. The mosques are great.

By Sofie on Apr 01, 2008
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if we have 5boys n 2girls wat is te best hostel hotel at the lower lower price???????

By son on Nov 21, 2007

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