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Dazzling Malaysian Holidays - Part I

If you're planning on a holiday in Malaysia this year, you'll very likely enter a stunning country which is home to spectacular mosques, well-made green spaces and modern skyscrapers. With Kuala Lumpur as its appealing capital, this vibrant country has it all to attract you to it every year.

The following are some of Malaysia's famous attractions which should not be missed by any tourist who wants to explore the true Malaysia.

Batu Caves

This tourist's attraction draws a huge number of tourists and visitors holidaying in Malaysia. The caves can prove to be quite an experience especially during the Thiapusam festival.

Petronas towers

Petronas towers are a highly popular tourist attraction visited by a large number of tourists and visitors every year. Located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, these are twin towers with an amazing structure that leaves many awestruck. A visit to Malaysia is always considered incomplete without seeing the Petronas twin towers. The sky bridge also presents a view worth capturing during your Malaysian holiday.

Mount Kinabalu

Located in the Borneo region of Malaysia, this tourist attraction is bound to get you enthralled with the beauty and the scenery offered by Mount Kinabalu. When on a holiday in Malaysia, mount Kinabalu acts as a great way to be able to spend some quality time with the family.

Terengganu state museum

For a great Malaysian holiday you must not miss the famous national museum of Malaysia. The museum is not just house to remarkable collections or artifacts, but is also known to be largest museum in whole of Southeast Asia. The museum has rich architectural value and holds different archaeological findings.

Langkawi Island

This island is rich in picturesque views, scenic beauty and Malaysian culture. When holidaying in Malaysia, make sure you visit this huge island for its view, history, beauty, and folklore.

Taman Negara National park

When on a Malaysian holiday with family, you must visit the world's oldest jungle, spread over an area of 443 square kilometers. The park is a popular tourist attraction and has a lot of green, dense tropical rainforest.

Wayang Kulit

A remarkable shadow-puppet theatre, Wayang Kulit offers rich Malaysian culture and theater art to those holidaying in Malaysia. Best time to visit or holiday in Malaysia

Malaysia is rich with charming beauty and striking tourists attractions and can be visited throughout the year for a memorable Malaysian holiday, but from a tourism point of view the best time to visit would be the months from May to September.

Last minute Travel Checklist To Malaysia

Last minute Travel Checklist To Malaysia

Check out this checklist that contain guides and websites to make sure you have got everything taken care before your travel to Malaysia.

(1) Passport and Visas. All passports must be valid for at least six months and beyond the intended visiting period.

Immigration Department of Malaysia
http://www.imi.gov.my/
Tel: +603 2095 5077

(2) Your country's embassy contact information in Malaysia

Ministry of Forgien Affair (Wisma Putra)
http://www.kln.gov.my/

(3) ATM and credit cards (Mastercard and visa accepted)

Bank Negara Malaysia
http://www.bnm.gov.my/

Local bank websites

Maybank
http://www.maybank.com.my/

CIMB Bank
http://www.cimb.com.my/

Al Rajhi Bank
http://www.alrajhibank.com.my/

Mastercard
http://mastercard.com/sea

local currency is called Ringgit Malaysia (RM)

1 US Dolar = RM2.8 (For estimation only. Rate may vary everyday). Visit local bank websites for up to date information.

(4) Guidebooks and maps

Visit the websites for more Malaysia guide and travel information

http://travel.songketmail.org/

http://www.tourismmalaysia.gov.my/

http://www.virtualmalaysia.com/

Tourism Info Line : 1-300-88-5050 (Within Malaysia)
or +603 2615 8188

List of Hotels in Malaysia
http://malaysia-budget-hotel.blogspot.com/

(5) Emergency information

Civil Defence
http://www.civildefence.gov.my/

Emergencies Ambulance/Police/Fire and Rescue Department dial

999

(6) Others

It's hot and rainy in Malaysia. All important documents should be keep in water proof beg or folder. Keep it safe.

  • Doctors prescription.
Remember to bring along your doctor letter of type of medicine you may need to buy in Malaysia.

  • Travel insurance
  • Tickets (air, train and bus)

  • Cold and flu medicine
  • Antibiotics
  • Anti-diarrhoea tablets

This items can be buy in Malaysia mostly at Pharmancy like Guardian or Watson.

  • Lipbalm
  • Moisturiser
  • Sanitary pads
  • Tissues
  • Body and hand lotion
  • comb and brush
  • Shampoo and conditioner
  • Contact lens and cleanser
  • Cosmetics and perfume
  • Lozenges
  • Eye drops
  • Anticeptic cream
  • Slippers
  • Disposable underwear
  • Swimsuit
  • Gloves, socks and caps
  • condom

Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival
http://www.malaysiamegasale.com.my/

The pulsating world of Malaysian shopping.

(7) Safety Tips

Stay alert, use common sense and be aware of your surroundings. If you think you're being followed, step into a store or another public place and wait to see whether the person passed by.

Dress conservatively and inconspicuously - take your fashion cues from local women. In certain cultures, what you consider attractive casual clothing may seen as provocative or inappropriate, even offensive, which could spark harrassment.

Leave behind a detailed itinerary and photocopies of your passport's identification page and your flight and ticket information at home.

Warning. Trafficking in illegal drugs carries the death penalty in Malaysia.

(8) Record your information and keep it with your belongings

- Name, address and phone number of home country
- Identity and passport number
- Person(s) to notify in cases of emergency
- Health status eg, if any chronic illnesses like diabetes or hypertension
- Allergies to any medications, food etc
- Immunization records
- Name, address and phone number of your doctor
- Travel information policy

More websites

Lost In Kuala Lumpur Route One Path One
http://travel.songketmail.org/2008/03/lost-in-kuala-lumpur-route-one-path-one_16.html

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http://cybermoney2u.blogspot.com/