C for CultureThere is a reason why Malaysia’s tag line for tourism is “Malaysia Truly Asia”. It is a multi-racial country with 52% Malay and other indigenous tribes, 30% Chinese and 8% Indians. There are also a lot of foreigners contributing in diversifying our l ...
D for DrivingSome people might say that if you can survive driving in Kuala Lumpur, you can survive driving anywhere in the world. You might find that statement a little intimidating but SD is here to give you some tips about driving in Malaysia.
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E for EntertainmentUnlike Hollywood, Malaysia doesn’t have the drama and the paparazzi to keep the locals abuzz. When Siti Nurhaliza and Datuk K got married and the wedding was telecasted over national TV, it was the most drama they had in the past 10 years. That’s pro ...
F for FoodIf you haven’t heard, Malaysians are very proud of their food. A country that is home to many different people coming from different races has its benefits. There’s a potpourri of many different cuisines available almost everywhere. To truly experien ...
G for GolfOver the years, Malaysia has rapidly grown to be South East Asia’s golfing haven. There are about 200 golf courses all over the country with each having their own identity and charm. You can choose to tee-off amidst the lush and cool greenery or one ...
H for HolidaysBeing a country that has many different races, religions and cultures, Malaysia also celebrates many different holidays and festivals. There are two different kinds of holidays in Malaysia, National holidays and State holidays. For National holidays, ...
I for IslandsMalaysia is blessed with many beautiful islands both surrounding the Peninsula and East Malaysia. The soft sandy beaches, the clear blue water and the tropical weather makes these islands one of the best spots for a holiday not only for the locals, b ...
J for Jalan JalanIts time to put on your walking shoes and prance around town like a lost little child. “Jalan-jalan” is the Malay term to basically suggest walking around. Unfortunately, Kuala Lumpur doesn’t provide a conducive walking environment. Pedestrian walkwa ...
K for KLIALocated in the southern part of the state of Selangor is Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). It is the country’s main international airport with the slogan “bringing the world to Malaysia and Malaysia to the world”. KLIA sits in Sepang which i ...
L for LanguageWorried about a language barrier? There’s no need to worry as most Malaysians are multi-lingual. The national language is of course Bahasa Melayu but English is widely used amongst the educated locals as well as those working in the service industry. ...
M for Malaysia Tourism CentreThe aim of the Malaysia Tourism Centre (MTC) is to aid in assisting the in flux of tourists that is growing year by year. It is a one stop centre for tourists to acquire information about things to see and do in Malaysia. Located along Jalan Ampang, ...
N for National…..Every country has their own flag, flower, slogan, anthem, food and fruits and many more national stuff to strengthen its identity. Malaysia is no exception to that rule. To show their true patriotism, the locals have dubbed many things “national”. He ...
O for Online AccessThe internet has become a necessity rather than a privilege. Whether it is for business or pleasure, many require the internet as a tool for connecting with the rest of the world. So what do you do when you have an itch to check your mail or to find ...
P for PhonesKeeping in touch with your loved ones back home is easy and cheap these days. That’s because of the power of Prepaid mobile. If you’re not keen on receiving a phone bill that sky rockets to 4 digits but you still want to be reachable, just purchase a ...
Q for Quality of LifeMalaysia is one of the most friendly and hospitable places in the world. It is what gives Malaysia its charm and appeal. Such an environment is perfect for travel regardless of whether its for business or pleasure. It also makes Malaysia a nice place ...