Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu is the capital of the state of Sabah on Borneo. With an estimated population of 532,129 in the city and 700,000 in the urban area, it is the largest urban centre in Sabah and the sixth largest in Malaysia. It is located close to Mount Kinabalu, the highest mountain in South-East Asia.

Kuching

Kuching is the capital of the East Malaysian state of Sarawak on Borneo. Kuching is the most populous city in the state of Sarawak and the fourth largest city in Malaysia. Kuching means “cat” in Malay.

Singapore, Malaysia

Singapore is an island nation located at the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula. At 704.0 sqkm (272 square miles), it is one of the few city-states in the world and the smallest country in Southeast Asia.

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Malaysia vs. Singapore

Entertaining story from guest author Maik from his Blog "Wah Lau". He is a german guy who developed quite some affection for the whole range of Asian diversity. Being based in Singapore, he went for a trip to nearby Melaka in 2006 and reflected about the differences between Malaysia and Singapore and what people think of each other, prejudice or not? ... more

F1 Grand Prix in Singapore (Formula 1 Race)

In September 2008 Singapore will hold its first F1 race as new destination added to the F1 circus. It's not only the first race in Singapore, it's also the first ever night race in the Formula 1 history. ... more

Dikir Barat

Dikir Barat is the most popular traditional music from Kelatan. It is also still actively performed in Terengganu and Singapore. It is very unique and entertaining to watch. The basic elements of a Dikir Barat group are the two frontmen, the Juara and the Tukang Karut, and the big vocal "rhythm group". Have a look! ... more

Things to Do & See
Sentosa Island
Sentosa, which means tranquillity in Malay, is a popular island resort in Singapore, visited by some two million people a year. ... more
Singapore Zoo - Night Safari
The Zoo is one of the main attractions in Singapore, it also hosts the Jurong Bird Park and the popular Night Safari (the worlds first). ... more
Chinatown
Singapore′s Chinatown is the traditional Chinese quarters of town, and while the entire city is largely Chinese these days the area does retain some of its own charm ... more
Sri Mariamman Temple
Singapores oldest and most important Hindu temple, right in the middle of Chinatown ... more
Little India
center for the large Indian community in Singapore ... more
Kampong Glam
Kampong Glam, also known by the name of its main thoroughfare Arab Street, was where Singapore′s Arab traders settled in the founding days of the colony. It is Singapore′s muslim centre and a shopping paradise ... more
Orchard Road
is a road in Singapore that is the shopping and entertainment hub of the city-state. Often the surrounding area is known as Orchard and associated with the road. ... more
Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay
Architecturally unique (durian shaped) Performing arts centre alongside Marina Bay, near the mouth of the Singapore River. It contains a concert hall, theatre, outdoor performing centres and the Esplanade Mall. ... more
Singapore River
The mouth of the Singapore River was the old Port of Singapore. It houses many of Singapore′s top historical and cultural attractions and nightlife. Famous spots: Boat Qay, The Esplanade, The Merlion, Raffle′s Hotel ... more

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HOSTELS
Betel Box
Hostel, Singapore
Hostel on Joo Chiat Road in the heart of Katong and Geylang Serai district ... more
Sleepy Sam’s Bed & Breakfast
Hostel, Singapore
Hostel in what once used to be the Sultan′s palace compound ... more
The InnCrowd
Hostel, Singapore
Hostel in the heart of Little India ... more
The InnCrowd 2
Hostel, Singapore
Hostel in Little India, the big brother of the first InnCrowd Hostel (just around the corner) ... more
One Florence Close
Hostel, Singapore
Boutique homestay Off the city centre but close to the subway with 8 private designer rooms ... more
The Hive
Hostel, Singapore
Hostel close to Lavender Bus Terminal ... more
Fragrance Hostel
Hostel, Singapore
hostel just outside the central business district near Little India ... more

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LINKS

Singapore Links

VisitSingapore.com
Official Tourism Website Singapore
New Majestic Hotel
Boutique Hotel in Singapore
AsiaExplorers.com
Exploring the Sights in Singapore

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50% off for Bus Tickets
Konsortium offers 50% off on bus tickets for selected for buses leaving Singapore to various destinations in Malaysia and vice versa. [url=http://www.konsortium.com.sg]vice versa[/url]

By Tilo on March 31, 2008

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Ethnic unity ushers in a new phase in Malaysia (The Age)

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.

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RANDOM LINKS
Malaysia-Today.net
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SarawakTourism.com
website of Sarawak Tourism Board
abcmalaysia.com
Travel Portal to Malaysia
tourism.gov.my
government tourism website
Transnasional
journey planer by the national bus company Transnasional

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