Malaysia

Malaysia is a melting-pot of Chinese, Indian and Malay cultures, which can be seen in the country’s food, architecture, idyllic islands and national parks.

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Skyline of Kuala Lumpur by the lake at dusk

Stephanie Ferry—
1:41 pm—

How to spend 48 hours in Kuala Lumpur

Guide to the best things to do in Kuala Lumpur in 48 hours including how to get to KL from other parts of Malaysia and Singapore.

View from the hill above Perak Tong Cave in Ipoh, Malaysia

Stephanie Ferry—
1:13 pm—

The ultimate guide to visiting Ipoh for 48 hours

Explore stunning cave temples, hunt for street art and indulge in delicious food through this ultimate 2-day Ipoh itinerary perfect for a weekend getaway.

James and Lee of The Travel Scribes—
8:12 pm—

Things to do in Melaka: A guide to Malaysia’s heritage city

Thinking of exploring Melaka, Malaysia? We’ve put together the ultimate guide of the best things to do in the heritage town of Melaka.

James and Lee of The Travel Scribes—
10:27 am—

Malaysia food guide: 8 must-eat dishes in Malaysia

From sharp, salty soups to saccharine sweet desserts, we count down the top 8 must-eat dishes in Malaysia that you just have to try.

James and Lee of The Travel Scribes—
11:39 am—

Dragon Boat Festival guide: Everything you need to know

Keen to check out the Dragon Boat Festival? We have the complete guide to this Chinese cultural festival, and how to find an event near you.

James and Lee of The Travel Scribes—
12:39 pm—

8 unmissable things to do in Kuala Lumpur

Heading to Malaysia's capital but don’t know where to start? We count down the 8 best things to do in Kuala Lumpur for first-time visitors.

James and Lee of The Travel Scribes—
10:44 am—

The bus from Melaka to Kuala Lumpur: A traveler review

Wanting to travel between Melaka (Malacca) and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia? We have a first-hand route review of this popular journey.

James and Lee of The Travel Scribes—
10:15 am—

Getting from Penang to Langkawi: A traveler review

Looking to get from Penang to Langkawi, Malaysia? We’ve got a first-hand route review, including what to expect on this fast ferry.

Chloe Dickenson—
3:01 pm—

The ultimate guide to island hopping in Malaysia

Looking to add more places to your Malaysia travel itinerary? Here’s the ultimate guide to island hopping in Malaysia.

James and Lee of The Travel Scribes—
3:12 pm—

Insider’s guide to transportation in Malaysia

Heading to Malaysia but don’t know how to get around? We break down all the options – from flights to ferries, motorbikes, buses & the metro.

James and Lee of The Travel Scribes—
3:13 pm—

10 best travel books to inspire your wanderlust

Here are some of the best travel books to help spark your wanderlust just by turning the page (or tapping the screen) of a stand-out novel.

James and Lee of The Travel Scribes—
2:33 pm—

Getting from Langkawi to Koh Lipe: A traveler review

Thinking of traveling between Langkawi, Malaysia and Koh Lipe, Thailand? Read our first-hand route review on what to expect.

Chandrika Ghosh—
8:17 am—

5 international cities to visit from Bangkok without flying

Give the next flight a miss and find out how to travel to these five international destinations from Bangkok entirely using land transportation.

Katie and Jake of Untold Wanderlust—
8:24 pm—

The ultimate guide to Penang’s best street art

With hundreds of unique street art designs, how do you choose which to see? Click here for the ultimate guide to Penang’s best street art.

Katie and Jake of Untold Wanderlust—
4:07 pm—

Visiting Malaysia’s top tourist attraction: The Batu Caves

Batu Caves is a popular attraction in Malaysia. What are they and how can you get there? Click here to read everything you need to know.

Katie and Jake of Untold Wanderlust—
12:28 pm—

The best free things to do in Kuala Lumpur

There are plenty of things to do in Malaysia, especially Kuala Lumpur, but a lot of them cost money. Complete this list to keep you from breaking the bank!

Katie and Jake of Untold Wanderlust—
9:46 am—

A bus ride from Penang to Kuala Lumpur: A traveler review

After visiting Penang, most travelers plan to visit Malaysia’s modern capital. Click here to read all about the bus journey from Penang to Kuala Lumpur.

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