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The Responsible Tourist and TravellerThis is practical 8-step guide based on the "Global Code of Ethics" for Tourism of the World Tourism Organization. It promotes traveling with an open mind and respect for people, culture, animals and environment. ... moreHiking at Bukit TaburIt is hardly noticeable from the city centre - especially on hazy days - but Kuala Lumpur is surrounded by lush hills, rock formations and water reservoirs. Escaping the the huzzle and buzzle of the city is a mere 30min drive away. One the most spectacular hikes is up on Bukit Tabur, part of a quarz ridge in the north-east of the city at Taman Melawati. ... moreExploring Cameron HighlandsThere are 13 different paths to discover the Highlands on your own. To fully experience the nature, culture and economy of the area it is recommended to join one of the various tours. ... moreBuses from and to Cameron HighlandsThere are 2 bus companies bringing travellers to and from Cameron Highlands, Penang and Kuala Lumpur. From Cameron Highlands, you also have the option to travel to Taman Negara and Pulau Perhentian via mini bus. ... moreDangers and Scams in Kuala Lumpur(1 comment)
Kuala Lumpur is a safe place for travellers in general. However, there a few scams and dangers but if you are aware of them you should be having a pleasant stay in this vibrant city. ... more
Malaysian GP 2009 (Formula 1 in Sepang)
Thaipusam Festival
Malacca: the city that best gives a sense of Malaysia’s past
Famous Jalan Alor
Keropok Lekor
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Food & Drinks
CALENDAR
RANDOM LINKS
Discover Malaysia - the backpacker's trail (documentary) yellow press typ newspaper Weather in Malaysia (Ministry of Science, Technology & Innovation) collection of maps bus schedules and routes by journeymalaysia.com see all links
STORIES
Chinese New Year Celebration
![]() Pictures of the Chinese New Year Parade in Kuala Lumpur and some informationen about this major holiday in Malaysia.
DID YOU KNOW?
Taxis
Taxis drivers can be good and bad. It’s usually best to go by meter but some won’t turn them on unless you convince them otherwise. A short ride within the city centre of KL shouldn’t cost you more than RM10. When you arrive at KLIA make sure you go to the official taxi counter to prevent being ripped off. Same applies to the KL Sentral railway station.
Things to do & see
Melaka, Harmony Street
Jalan Tokong Besi in Chinatown is also called Harmony Street because Temples and Mosques of the three main religions of Malaysia are located peacefully in the same small street. ... more Penang, Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion Mansion built by Cheong Fatt Tze at the end of 19th Century has 38 rooms, 5 granite-paved courtyards, 7 staircases & 220 vernacular timber louvre windows. Received UNESCO Most Excellent Heritage Conservation Award in 2000 ... more
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PRESS ARTICLES
Ethnic unity ushers in a new phase in Malaysia (The Age) br>
Malaysia had it’s 12th general election on march 8, 2008 and it turned into a political tsunami with a strong opposition. This article sums in up nicely. |










