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Malaysia

Land of 'Rasa Sayang'

Malaysia encompasses rugged mountain ranges and tropical rainforests, busy cities and peaceful villages, cool hill stations and over two hundred islands, tumbling rivers and jungles rich with wildlife.

It is blessed with fair and balmy weather all-year round. Its idyllic beaches offer a respite from the hustle and bustle of city living. The coast is lined by clear waters, soft sand and secluded bays shaded by palms and casuarinas. Sunny skies and golden sandy beaches make a perfect getaway.

Malaysia is as diverse as its culture. This is a land of cultural fusion – the indigenous Malays, absorbed Chinese, Indian and European influences, blending them together to create ‘Rasa Sayang’ – a feeling of love. Malays, Chinese, Indians and many other ethnic groups have lived together in Malaysia for generations. They have influenced each other, creating a truly Malaysian culture. Multi-culturalism has made Malaysia a gastronomical paradise and home to hundreds of colourful festivals.

One of Malaysia’s key attractions is its extreme contrasts. Gleaming skyscrapers tower over wooden houses built on stilts and five-star resorts overlook ancient reefs.

Be captivated by the country’s gorgeous landscape, its varied races and religion and many wonderful attractions. With its hospitable people, warm climate and variety of attractions – from river rafting to jungle trekking, shopping, golf to scuba diving, Malaysia has just about everything a holidaymaker could desire.

 

Sightseeing

Cities, exotic islands, beaches, rainforests and tropical jungles, mountains and marine life, temples, historical monuments, palaces and hill stations.

Accommodation
Wide range of accommodations from six-star to medium range, luxury beach resorts, city centre hotels, theme park resorts, romantic hideaways, mountain retreats and island getaways are available.

Family activities
Have fun under the sun with its myriad of theme and amusement parks, water theme parks, wildlife reserves and cultural parks situated throughout the country. Surrounded by lush greenery and perfect weather, get wild and crazy at Malaysia’s parks and indulge in a bit of culture. Fun and excitement awaits the adventurous soul.

Shopping
What you can buy – Gold, gemstones, electronic equipment, clothes, gold and silver embroidery, designer goods, handicrafts, wood carvings, pottery, brassware, silverware, pewter and batik.
Where you can buy – Modern shopping complexes and malls. There are roadside stalls, bazaars and night markets in towns throughout the country. Bargaining at night markets is acceptable. It can be quite a humorous exercise as the traders are generally enthusiastic and friendly. The exemption of duty on a range of items has resulted in more competitive pricing and makes shopping in Malaysia an even more attractive option. Malaysian duty-free zones are the islands of Langkawi and Labuan.

Entertainment
Entertainment is diverse – there are discothèques, bars and karaoke houses; nightclubs and supper clubs combining fine food and live entertainment; Malaysian cultural shows.

Sports and leisure
Golf, water sports, diving and snorkelling, deep sea fishing, mountain climbing, wellness centres and spas.

Honeymoon
Spend a blissful honeymoon on the tranquil islands of Langkawi and Penang or exotic Kota Kinabalu.

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