Malaysia, Penang & Kuala Lumpar
Malaysia
Palau Perhentian Islands on the East Coast, with beautiful white
beaches clear water. A trip on the Beaufort - Tenom Railway the
best way to see the jungle without sweating. Trekking around the
remote highland settlement of Bario.
Penang
This Island has popular beach resorts and Georgetown the major city
is a real Chinatown with a mixture of old and new and is noted for
its superb food.
Kuala Lumpar
With the world's tallest skyscrapers the Petronas Towers, this modern
city has some of the best and most colourful markets in South -East
Asia. To escape the hustle and bustle there are lots of surrounding
peaceful park areas around the city.
Malaysia
With miles of coastline and lots of islands - there are some fantastic
diving and snorkeling is particularly in the Sabah region or jungle
trekking for all levels in the National Parks.
Penang
A day trip around the Island by bicycle.
Kuala Lumpar
A shopper's paradise, with a huge variety or malls and markets.
Malaysia
Has something for everyone - Chinese, Malay, Indian and Indonesian
food available all great value and quality. You'll also find a good
selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
Penang
Offers a variety of local specialties - try some Laska a fish soup
served with noodles or some other sea food available or from the
Indian influence Curry Kapitan which is Penang chicken curry is
one most menus.
Kuala Lumpar
Try something from one of the many street sellers like murtabak
- a flat bread filled with either chicken, mutton or see how many
satay you can eat.
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Where to dance the night away
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All the main cities have will have discos and clubs but they can
have expensive bar prices - in Kuala Lumpar head for the Golden
Triangle, which has the most extensive and lively nightclub scene
in the country.
With so many religions and cultures in the country - there are
so many festivals and celebrations such as major events like Chinese
New Year and Ramadan, check with the tourist board on arrival for
dates and venues.
Malaysian kites are available and are a popular souvenir, be aware
that many of the handicrafts on sale may be imported from other
parts of Asia. Cheap cotton beachwear is available at most of the
resorts.
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Language: Malay (English is widely understood)
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Currency: Malaysian ringgit (RM)
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Visas: Not required
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Time: GMT + 8hrs
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Climate: Tropical
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UK Tourist Office: 57 Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DU
Call us on 0870 1999 038 for further details
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