Malaysia

Malaysia is a country that yields a rich mix of cultural attractions and rapidly expanding cities filled with skyscrapers. It's also a great place to experience various cultures, unique festivals, colourful markets, and atmospheric sites.

But these are not the only reasons Malaysia welcomes a steady stream of visitors. You can find cheap, tasty and varied food as well as charming Moghul, Malay, Victorian and modern architecture. Travellers are also enthralled by the white-sand beaches of famous islands such as Pulau Langkawi and Pulau Redang, as well as the lush rainforests of Borneo to the east. From bustling cities to stunning beaches, you will find a wide range of exotic experiences in Malaysia.

Top destinations in Malaysia

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Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur has a cityscape filled with gleaming skyscrapers and colonial architecture. The capital of Malaysia is widely recognised for numerous landmarks, including Petronas Twin Towers (twin skyscrapers with a sky bridge and observation deck), the Petaling Street flea market, and Batu Caves, which is over 400 million years old. The city's main hub is called the Golden Triangle, which comprises...
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Langkawi
Langkawi is an archipelago made up of 99 islands on the west coast of Malaysia. Surrounded by the Andaman Sea,...
Malacca
Malacca is the unofficial historical capital of Malaysia, serving as a link between east and west for over 500 years....
Penang
Penang is an exotic holiday destination with no shortage of cultural sights and natural scenery. The combination of British colonial...

What to see & do in Malaysia

Where & what to eat in Malaysia

10 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Kuala Lumpur
The best things to do after dinner in Kuala Lumpur offer a winning combination of lively and friendly ambience, with talented DJs spinning dance-worthy tunes. The city is teeming with bars, pubs and clubs on the streets, and swanky rooftop...
10 Great Restaurants in Langkawi
The best restaurants in Langkawi offer fantastic dishes, attentive service, and magnificent sunset views of the Andaman Sea and Gunung...
10 Best Malay Dishes from Langkawi
The best Malay dishes in Langkawi benefit from the island’s abundance of fresh seafood and vegetables as well as unique...

Where to shop & what to buy in Malaysia

10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Kuala Lumpur
Some of the best places to go shopping in Kuala Lumpur are modern malls. It should come as no surprise that the Malaysian capital takes retail therapy seriously, with major malls found within the heart of the city, while the...
9 Best Places to Go Shopping in Langkawi
Shopping in Langkawi is one of the most popular reasons to visit the tropical island. It has a large concentration...
10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Penang
The best places to go shopping in Penang range from malls with exciting basement clubs and live puzzle rooms to...

Where to go & what to do at night in Malaysia

10 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Kuala Lumpur
The best things to do after dinner in Kuala Lumpur offer a winning combination of lively and friendly ambience, with talented DJs spinning dance-worthy tunes. The city is teeming with bars, pubs and clubs on the streets, and swanky rooftop...
9 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Langkawi
This guide to the best things to do after dinner in Langkawi is a mix of casual bars and sophisticated...
9 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Penang
The best things to do after dinner in Penang are great for experiencing the island's diverse nightlife scene. When the...

Useful information

Getting Around Langkawi
Getting around Langkawi is relatively easy, thanks to a rather efficient network of roads leading to prominent beaches and resorts. You can easily reach your hotel via taxi from the Langkawi International Airport or Kuah Jetty. The fares lie slightly...
Kuala Lumpur Light Rail Transit (LRT)
The Kuala Lumpur Light Rail Transit (LRT) is a public rail transport service that runs 2 major routes, the Kelana...
Getting Around Penang
Getting around Penang is relatively easy, as various parts of the island are connected with paved roadways. However, its high...