Malaysia Hotels, Maps, Photos & Guides
Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Langkawi, Malacca
Malaysia is one of Southeast Asia’s top travel destinations,
possessing an endless range of attractions and activities
that cater for the cosmopolitan shopper, cultural enthusiast,
historical buff and nature-lover.
Divided into Peninsular
Malaysia in the West and East Malaysia, part of the Borneo
archipelago, the country will allure you with the shopping
experience of its modern cities, the splendour of its cultural
arts and natural heritage of rich flora and fauna! |
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Best Value Tour of the Month
The Full Day Malacca Excursion Tour takes you on a trip through time as you visit some of the city’s most historic landmarks. Visit the Dutch Square and the Queen Victoria Fountain or simply take a stroll down Jonker Street to sample Malacca’s uniquely rich cultural heritage.
Kuala Lumpur, as the economic, social and political centre of Malaysia, is the hub of modernity and urbanisation. Enjoy the crisp shopping opportunities for both traditional and modern commodities in malls. (Read more...)
The Pearl of the Orient, Penang Island, is a cultural fest of colours in all shapes and sizes! Explore traditional Chinese enclaves, visit the famous Snake Temple, catch the view from the top of Penang Hill or feast on ‘Assam Laksa’.
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The mythical island of Langkawi is shrouded in ancient legends and stories. The beaches, seas and natural flora are sure to astound you with their beauty and serenity. To top it off, the island if one of Malaysia’s few duty-free shopping zones!
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This tour takes you on a scenic drive through the Malaysian countryside to visit the real King of the Jungle at the Elephant Orphanage Sanctuary Camp. |
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The historical journey begins in Malacca, where the first Sultans were established and colonial powers left their imprint on the country. Ancient buildings, churches and forts litter the landscape.
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Malaysia’s tropical refuge on the east side is blessed with sun-kissed beaches, warm seas and coconut . Visitors will enjoy the water activities and tranquillity.
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Sabah at the North Eastern tip of Borneo is the gateway to fascinating cultures, beautiful scenery and magical islands. From the world-famous Sipadan Island to the Orang-Utans of Sepilok, there’s so much to see and discover in the natural paradise called Sabah.
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| Sarawak Tour |
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Visit the Semenggoh Orang-Utan Rehabilitation Center – a sanctuary for Southeast Asia’s only great ape species – to see these endangered Ape Men. |
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Sarawak occupies the North Western Coastline of
Borneo. With a large range of expansive rainforests and countless raging rivers, Sarawak is a powerful force of nature in the minds and eyes of visitors. However, for that very same reason, it doesn’t get any better than Sarawak foreco-adventures!
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Johor was known in its early days as ‘Ujong Tanah’ meaning Land’s End. The present name Johor comes from an adaptation of the Arabic word ‘Jauhar’ which means precious stone or jewel.
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The state of Kedah is the most ancient in Malaysia with records dating back to the 5th Century. It was once a prosperous centre for traders in the early days, especially those from India and China. This is reflected in the numerous ruined-temple sites and artifacts recovered in Kedah.
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The state of Kelantan is known as the ‘cradle of Malay culture’ for having an overwhelming population of Malays (93 percent) and the rest made up of Chinese, Indians and Thai. The Kelantanese have preserved their customs, traditions and cultures well over the years. Some of their most memorable activities are flying giant ‘Wau’ kites and playing ‘Gasing’, a game of spinning tops.
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The Malaysian state of Negeri Sembilan literally means "nine states". This is because it really did consist of nine, not states, but separate districts. These districts were under the rule of nine separate Malay chieftains. Negeri Sembilan's capital city is Seremban, a thriving capital city well connected to Kuala Lumpur, a mere 50 kilometres away, by both road and rail.
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Perak's modern-day history began when Sultan Muzaffar Shah I, a descendent of Sultan Mahmud Shah of Malacca, became the state's sultan in 1528. In 1848, it became prominent when Long Jaafar discovered tin in Larut, Taiping. This was a big boost to Perak's economy, and started the era of tin mining.
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Perlis was a part of Kedah under the Thai Monarchy until the Kedah Sultan took control of it. It briefly reverted to Siamese rule during the war before being handed over to the British and then finally becoming part of Malaysia on Independence Day.
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The state of Terengganu overlooks the South China Sea on the east side of Malaysia. A charming holiday destination, Terengganu has a stretch of beautiful beaches and even more spectacular islands.
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Port Dickson has always been a perennial attraction for locals in need of a convenient holiday spot. Fondly referred to as ‘PD’, this quiet coastal town is located just 32 km away from Seremban and 80 km away from Kuala Lumpur.
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