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Holidays in Malaysia  -  Travel information Malaysia.

States in Malaysia : Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Perak, Perlis, Pulau Pinang, Sabah, Sarawak, Selangor, Terengganu,

Federal territories Malaysia : Labuan and Wilayah Persekutuan.

The Federation of Malaysia in Southeast Asia consisting two geographical regions divided by the South China Sea:

East Malaysia, the northern part of the island of Borneo / Kalimantan is bordered to the south by Indonesia and borders Brunei on the east, south, and west. Tanjung Piai, located in the southern state of Johor is the southernmost tip of continental Asia.

West Malaysia shares a land frontier to the north by Thailand and joined by two bridges to the south by the island state of Singapore.

Capital City of Malaysia: Kuala Lumpur


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Car Rentals Malaysia

 Holiday Autos  -    
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Hotels in Malaysia / Resort hotels

Several resort hotels even have adjoining golf courses and theme parks with special privileges accorded to hotel guests. Family outings in these hotels can be a practical yet fun option. Guests keen on longer stays may appreciate the apartment hotels situated within most major cities.

 Hotels in Malaysia [ Booking ]  -  Hotel Guide Malaysia
Hotels in the regions Johor, Melaka, Pahang, Penang, Sabah, Sarawak and Selangor.
Popular destinations : Kuala Lumpur, Sepang, Johor Bahru, Kota Kinabalu, Petaling Jaya, Kuching, George Town, Melaka, Port Dickson, Batu Feringgi, Cherating, Bangi.

 Concorde Inn Kuala Lumpur International Airport ***, 43900 Sepang, Kuala Lumpur
Concorde Inn Kuala Lumpur International Airport is an on-site hotel at the 10,000 hectare Kuala Lumpur International Airport. All rooms at this 423 room low-rise are comfortably furnished with modern amenities and designed in cool colours to provide a pleasant stop from a hectic flight. Hop onto the complimentary return shuttle for a less than 5-minute ride to the hotel. The Kuala Lumpur City is about 50-minute drive on the easily accessible major highways.

 Millennium Kuala Lumpur *****, 160 Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur
located at the heart of Bukit Bintang, also known as central Kuala Lumpur's Golden Triangle, the city's premier business, entertainment, and shopping district.
Within walking distance are trendy outdoor cafes and 5 major shopping malls with over 3,000 outlets, offering a myriad of food, shopping and leisure options.

  

 
Centrally located hotels ranging from small family run budget accommodation to world-class five star hotels.

Hostels / Guesthouses

 
Hostelbookers.com is one of the worlds largest online booking services for hostels. All hostels you see here are offering realtime prices and availability.

 TFTHostels  -  Seach all hostels, book the cheapest
Hostels, Budget Hotels, Apartments, Guesthouses, B&B, and Campsites.
Hostel search engine. Search all Hostels, find the cheapest. Compare rates, reviews and recommendations. Check availability, specs and location. Book the hostel of your choice by visiting the hostel booking website.

National Parks

 Mulu National Park
 Mt Kinabalu Park.
 Taman Negara

Travel Agents / Tour Operators

Travelsphere  
Travelsphere is the UK's No. 1 operator of escorted holidays

Kuoni Holidays  
Destinations : Borneo, Kuala Lumpur, Kuantan, Langkawi, Pangkor Laut and Penang
Type of holidays : All inclusive, Beach holidays, Escorted Tours, Family holidays, Fly-Drive, Golf & Spa

Hayes & Jarvis 
Hayes & Jarvis has been making holiday arrangements for discerning travellers since its formation in 1952 [ [ ATOL 1275 ]

Thomas Cook  -  Borneo, Kuala Lumpur, Langkawi and Penang

Argo Holidays  -  Operated by Jetlife Holidays
Boutique Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur [ largest city Malaysia ], Langkawi, Penang [ oldest British settlement in Malaysia ], Sabah and Sarawak.

Cresta Holidays  -  Borneo and Kuala Lumpur
With over 200 fabulous courses dotting this beautiful country, golfers have a wide choice in Malaysia - playing in the cool hills, by the seaside or near the tea plantations.

Adventure Holidays in Malaysia
Do you want to see wildlife, go trekking, discover fascinating cultures and ways of life, experience life in a tribal village, see the stars from a desert wilderness... Try one of the activity holidays, travel experiences not to be missed! Adventurecompany.co.uk.

Thomas Cook 

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Travel Guides Malaysia / Related books

Travel Guides Malaysia [ amazon.co.uk ]

Malaysia (Footprint Travel Guide S.)  -  by Dinah Gardner
Synopsis : From the highest heights of capital city Kuala Lumpur's Petronas Towers (all 88-storeys of them!) to the perfect white sand beaches, coral reefs and national parks, Footprint Malaysia traverses the South China Sea guiding travellers to the most authentic experiences - and a little luxury along the way. Including Singapore, on the tip of Peninsular Malaysia, hundreds of off-shore islands, Eastern Malaysia, with its Orang Utan Sanctuary, Sabah and Sarawak. This in-depth and fully researched and updated guide also includes a comprehensive background section with food glossaries for Malaysia and Singapore, plus Malaysian words and phrases and 'Manglish', Malaysian English, to introduce you to its rich and diverse culture.
Paperback 688 pages (March 25, 2005); Publisher: Footprint Handbooks
The Best of Kuala Lumpur (Globetrotter "The Best Of" S.) - by Helen Oon
Paperback 96 pages (March 1, 2005); Publisher: New Holland Publishers (UK)
Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei (Lonely Planet Country Guides S.) 
Lonely Planet Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei is rammed with reasons why the region, arguably the least -fashionable bit of Southeast Asian backpacker itineraries, should be given more thought. One Amazon.co.uk reader complains that the previous edition was disparaging, but Lonely Planet should be praised for their honesty in pre-warning travellers where other guides might gloss over the negative. Equally, this guide puts many of the preconceived notions in context. Yes, Singapore is obsessed by fines and orderliness, but it also has a surprisingly vibrant nightlife, joyous hawker centres overflowing with cheap tasty food and is a fascinating microcosm of Asia. And yes, there is alcohol scarcity and problems for women in some Moslem areas of Peninsula Malaysia, but it is also a very multi-ethnic country. However, popular notions of Brunei being expensive and boring are confirmed--not being a place for budget travellers, it gets just 26 pages [ Amazon.co.uk - Sarah Champion ]

Transportation / How do I travel to Malaysia

 Kuala Lumpur Airport

 

Singapore Airlines -  flights from London and Manchester to Kuala Lumpur

  Airline Tickets / Bargain Flights  -  price comparison possible

 Malaysia Airlines

 Maps Malaysia [ Uni Texas  -  Perry-Castañeda Library  -  Map Collection ]
Malaysia and Brunei Map (Nelles Maps) 
Synopsis : Featuring a new-style cover and easy-fold system, this map of Malaysia and Brunei has been revised and updated with the help of local correspondents. It is marked with tourist attractions and public transport systems, and includes inset maps of major cities. Information is also provided on hotels.


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 Travel Insurance  -  online travel and holiday insurance for UK and Irish residents

 Tourism Malaysia  -  Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board

 Kuala Lumpur  -  Capital City of Malaysia  -  Kuala Lumpur City
The capital, Kuala Lumpur, lies midway along the West Coast of Peninsular Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur represents the heartbeat of Malaysia, serving as its cultural, commercial and transportation centre.
It all began in the Middle of the 19th century when a group of tin prospectors came to settle around the convergence of the Klang and Gombak river. This marked the foundation of Kuala Lumpur and it has been its share of growth and setbacks to become metropolitan centre of today.

 Sabah and Sarawak
Across the top third of the island of Borneo are the East Malaysian states of Sabah and Sarawak, separated by the independent Sultanate of Brunei.

 Johor
 Kedah
 Kelantan
 Melaka
 Langkawi  -  lovely group of 99 islands
Relax and enjoy the romantic paradise of Langkawi, a collection of 99 magical islands, centred around the free port at Kuah. Located north west coast of the Malaysian Peninsula, close to the sea border with Thailand . The main island is served by regular flights from Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and Penang and a non-stop flight from London!
 Negeri Sembilan
 Penang - oldest British settlement in Malaysia
The island of Penang is joined to the west coast by a 2 mile long bridge. Of the island's many beaches, the beach at Batu Ferringhi on the north coast is where most of the resort hotels are located. The capital, Georgetown, is a busy and interesting city.
 Perak
 Perlis
 Pulau Pinang
  Sabah - Malaysian Borneo  -  Official Website of Sabah Tourism Board
Sabah's coastline is dotted with stunning beaches, but for many its attractions lie in its national parks. On the slopes of 13,455 ft Mount Kinabalu you can take a guided nature walk or climb the
mountain to arrive at the summit in time for sunrise. The Sepilok Forest Reserve is the home of the famous Orang Utan Sanctuary. See also Argo Holidays 
 Sabah Travel Guide
  Sarawak Tourism Board  -  Tourist Bureau Serawak
Sarawak is a land of lush tropical rainforests, a vast river system, the largest cave chamber in the world and endless white beaches. To experience the real Sarawak you must venture into the jungle
and meet the Iban tribes people and visit a longhouse. See also Argo Holidays 
 Selangor
 Sipadan
 Terengganu,

 Honeymooners
Malaysia is a haven for romantic getaways especially for honeymooners seeking the hypnotic tropical charm of tranquil breeze and glistening ocean amidst the pampering of modern amenities. The country's award-winning island resorts are paradises waiting to be discovered.
 Petronas Towers  -  the world's tallest building
Enjoy a magnificent panoramic view of the Kuala Lumpur skyline.
 Sarawak Caves
The network of caves at Sarawak is a world treasure, not just a national resource, attracting admiring visitors from around the world.
 Sepilok  -  the world's largest Orang Utang rehabilitation centre
Visitors can see the apes roam and play freely in natural habitats

Cuisine - Malay Recipes

The unique and authentic cooking styles and flavours of Malay, Chinese and Indian cuisine is an experience to be enjoyed when visiting Malaysia. Coconut, chilli, lemongrass and lime leaves feature prominently in Malay cooking and a traditional accompaniment to meals is a hot sambal made from ground chilli and prawn paste. The famous dish of Satay consists of skewers of barbecued beef or chicken served with a sweet and spicy peanut sauce and accompanied with cucumber, onions and cubes of rice boiled in palm leaves. Chinese cuisine is generally less spicy and consists of meat and vegetables with a rice, noodle or soup base. Among the popular Muslim Indian dishes is Nasi Kandar. Nasi is Malay for rice and is eaten with meats, poultry and fish in thick gravies and curries.

 Rasa Malaysia
Rasa Malaysia is a culinary journey through Malaysia's rich, complex, and intoxicating gastronomic delights - a taste of all the flavors of Asia.
 The Star Online - Kuali, Malaysia Recipes

History of Malaysia

The earliest recorded Malay kingdoms grew from coastal city-ports established in the 10th Century AD. These include Langkasuka and Lembah Bujang in Kedah, as well as Beruas and Gangga Negara in Perak and Pan Pan in Kelantan. Islam arrived in the 14th century in Terengganu. 

 Malaysia's History  -  Wikipedia

 Department of Museums and Antiquities
Museums, Archaeology, Monuments & Historical Sites, Conservation, Collections, Library, etc.

Music, Art & Culture, Events & Entertainment

The country offers a fascinating cultural mix with colourful festivals, unique arts and crafts, architecture, food and a rich array of dance forms.

 Festivals in Malaysia
Malaysia is a veritable land of festivals and celebrations. Most of them are colourful occasions when centuries old customs are observed, such as the holding of "open house" by the different communities during the Hari Raya Aidilfitri.Chinese New Year, Deepavali, Christmas, Gawai, and Ka'amatan festivals highlight the variety of celebrations and Malaysia's multi-cultural society.
 National Art Gallery
The National Art Gallery is one of the most established art museums in South East Asia.

Web Portals / Search Engines / Directories

 Malaysia Truly Asia
 Malaysia My Destination  -  tourism portal
 Malaysian Association of Hotels  -  umbrella body for hotels in Malaysia

Situated at the crossroads of Southeast Asia, Malaysia offers so much to the traveller. Enjoy the palm fringed beaches of Penang, Langkawi and Pangkor on the west coast and the idyllic island of the east coast.
The Malay Peninsular enjoys a rugged jungle interior that provides some of the best wildlife and nature touring in Asia. Destinations: Kuala Lumpur, Penang & Langkawi, East Coast Resorts & Islands, Borneo.


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