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This website is different from many other travel websites because I will only write about places that I have personally visited and tried out myself.
That means I have to be constantly travelling around this beautiful country of Malaysia, scouring every corner for hidden travel gems.
It's a tough job but somebody has to do it!
Whatever I discover I will let you know by expanding this website. Stay informed by reading this blog for updates.
Mar 29, 2024
Wonderfood Museum Penang - Plastic Has Never Looked So Tasty!
Wonderfood Museum is a great place to see and photograph larger-than-life replicas of Malaysia's national obsession - food, in all its varied and delicious forms.
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Mar 29, 2024
Wind Cave Nature Reserve, Bau, Sarawak
Wind Cave Nature Reserve provides visitors with an authentic caving experience in pitch black bat-infested tunnels. Within easy reach of Kuching. Read details here.
Mar 29, 2024
Malaysian Vehicle Registration Plates
A quick guide to Malaysian Vehicle Registration Plates. How to tell in which State the vehicle was registered.
Mar 28, 2024
Underwater World Langkawi - Review and 2024 Ticket Prices
Underwater World Langkawi may not be the best oceanarium in the world but is worth a visit if you are in the vicinity of Pantai Cenang, Langkawi.
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Mar 28, 2024
UMNO Museum, Melaka
UMNO Museum is more likely to appeal to the followers of Malaysian politics than to the general public or tourists. See ticket price and location here.
Mar 28, 2024
Tree Top Walk Sungai Sedim, Kulim, Kedah
Tree Top Walk Sungai Sedim is the world’s longest rainforest canopy walk located in an unspoilt corner of Malaysia. See photos and details here.
Mar 27, 2024
Top Putrajaya Attractions - 21 Best Things To Do In Putrajaya
Putrajaya might not be the most exciting city on earth but it sure is pretty. Want to know what to see there? Here is my list of 21 top Putrajaya attractions.
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Mar 26, 2024
Top Melaka Attractions - Here are my recommendations.
What are the top Melaka attractions? This small state has the historic city of Malacca, museums, theme parks, outdoor activities, and so much more.
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Mar 26, 2024
Top Malaysian Beaches - 10 Best Beaches in Malaysia
Top Malaysian Beaches. I have written about 84 beaches and islands on this website but which ones are my favourites? Here are my Top Ten.
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Mar 25, 2024
Top 10 Day Trips Outside of KL for Kids
Looking for somewhere outside of Kuala Lumpur to take the kids for the day? Here are my Top 10 Day Trips.
Mar 25, 2024
Berjaya Times Square Theme Park - Indoor Theme Park in Kuala Lumpur
Times Square Theme Park has the scariest roller coaster in Malaysia and other cool rides for teenagers, adults and kids. Details and 2024 prices here.
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Mar 25, 2024
Time Tunnel Cameron Highlands - Museum in Brinchang
Time Tunnel Cameron Highlands contains a fascinating collection of memorabilia from Malaysia’s past. See my review.
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Mar 24, 2024
Templer Park - Hike to Waterfall
Take this hike to the waterfall at Templer Park for a true jungle experience within easy reach of Kuala Lumpur. See location map, video, photos and details here.
Mar 23, 2024
Telaga Tujuh Serendah - An Unusual Attraction in Selangor
Telaga Tujuh Serendah or Perigi Tujuh (Seven Wells in English) is a small dam with 7 spillways and sink holes. Now cleaned up, it is worth a visit.
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Mar 23, 2024
Tasik Cermin - Visit Ipoh’s Idyllic Lake While You still Can
Tasik Cermin (Mirror Lake) is a stunning hidden lake surrounded by limestone karst towers. You need to walk through a quarry and a tunnel to reach it.
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Mar 20, 2024
Taman Tugu Forest Trail - New Public Green Space in Kuala Lumpur
Visit Taman Tugu Forest Trail for an invigorating and educational family hike amid lush jungle vegetation in the heart of the city.
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Mar 20, 2024
Tadom Hill Resort - Selangor, Malaysia
At Tadom Hill Resort you can drift on a bamboo raft, leap from a diving platform or fly a zipline over a scenic lake. Go for the day or stay overnight.
Mar 17, 2024
Sunway Lagoon Theme Park - 2024 Ticket Prices
A visit to Sunway Lagoon Theme Park is one of the favourite things to do in Malaysia for kids and it is among the top Selangor attractions. Read my review here.
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Mar 17, 2024
Sungai Tekala Recreational Forest
Sungai Tekala is a popular place near KL to enjoy bathing in a clear, cool river with cascades amid pristine rain forest. Video, map and details here.
Mar 15, 2024
Skytrex Melaka - Extreme Adventure Fun In A Natural Environment
At Skytrex Melaka the adventurous can enjoy fun and challenging obstacle courses in rainforest surroundings with international safety standards.
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Mar 14, 2024
Shuttle Tebrau - Rail Link Between JB Sentral & Woodlands
Shuttle Tebrau is a quick train link across the Causeway from Malaysia to Singapore. Convenient in theory but there are snags. 2024 Timetable and details here.
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Mar 14, 2024
The Shore Sky Tower, Melaka
The Shore Sky Tower is the tallest observatory deck in Melaka and provides panoramic views of the historic city. Read 2024 details and ticket prices here.
Mar 14, 2024
The Shore Oceanarium, Melaka - 2024 Ticket Prices
The Shore Oceanarium is an indoor attraction in Melaka with live turtles, sharks, colourful fish and much more. Read details here.
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Mar 13, 2024
Seen Hock Yeen Confucius Temple, Chemor, Perak
Seen Hock Yeen Temple is a popular temple for devotees of Confucius hoping for good health, a good marriage partner or to dispel problems and pray for children's scholastic success.
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Mar 13, 2024
Sapi Island, Sabah, Malaysia - 2024 Boat Prices
Sapi Island is a popular place to swim, snorkel and relax just 20 minutes boat ride from Kota Kinabalu. Giant lizards too!
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Mar 12, 2024
Royal Selangor Pewter - Visitor Centre, Kuala Lumpur
Tour the Royal Selangor Visitor Centre to see how pewter is made. Even try it yourself in their School of Hard Knocks before shopping for exquisite pewterware.
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Mar 12, 2024
Royal Museum Seri Menanti
Royal Museum Seri Menanti is housed in an old wooden palace and is well worth a visit. Read my review with photos, opening hours and location details.
Mar 12, 2024
Royal Malaysian Police Museum, Kuala Lumpur
The Royal Malaysian Police Museum contains a fascinating collection of artefacts and exhibits detailing the role and history of the RMP from its inception up to the present day.
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Mar 12, 2024
Retire To Malaysia? 15 Reasons Why And Some Reasons Why Not
Considering to retire to Malaysia? Here is my list of advantages and disdvantages to help you decide.
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Mar 12, 2024
Redang Island Beaches, Terengganu, Malaysia
Redang Island beaches are some of the best in Malaysia. Read my review and travel advice here.
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Mar 10, 2024
Pusat Ikan Hiasan Port Dickson
Pusat Ikan Hiasan is an aquarium and marine conservation centre managed by the Department of Fisheries. It is a great place to visit and it’s free.
Mar 10, 2024
Pulau Ketam (Crab Island) - Malaysia- 2024 Ferry Prices and Schedule
A ferry ride to Pulau Ketam (Crab Island) makes an enjoyable daytrip from Kuala Lumpur. Enjoy tasty seafood and explore the fishing village built on stilts amid mangrove swamps.
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Mar 08, 2024
The Malaysia Prison Museum Melaka - Malaysia Traveller Review
Visit the Malaysia Prison Museum Melaka for a fascinating look inside an actual prison, learn some history and appreciate the gruesome business of executions.
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Mar 07, 2024
Port Dickson Army Museum - Muzium Tentera Darat
Port Dickson Army Museum is one of Malaysia's best museums and among the top attractions in Negeri Sembilan. Read all the details here.
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Mar 07, 2024
Peter James Begbie and The Malayan Peninsula
Peter James Begbie published The Malayan Peninsula in 1834 in an attempt to provide a thorough description of Malaya. Even today, it shines a light on some interesting historical details.
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Mar 07, 2024
Petaling Jaya Museum, Taman Jaya, PJ, Malaysia
The Petaling Jaya Museum provides background on the origins of PJ, the different communities who live there and the rubber and tin industries.
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Mar 07, 2024
Perak Museum, Taiping
Perak Museum is the oldest in Malaysia and is housed in a fine heritage building. Read full details, ticket price, opening hours and location here.
Mar 06, 2024
Penang Tropical Fruit Farm
Penang Tropical Fruit Farm boasts 250 species of fruit on their 25 acre hillside farm. Visitors can take a guided buggy tour, enjoy fruit drinks or a meal and purchase various fruit products.
Mar 06, 2024
Penang Toy Museum - The World's Largest Toy Museum?
Penang Toy Museum houses a massive collection of action figures and collectables relating to movies, comic book superheroes and TV programmes ranging from Harry Potter to Star Wars. Fun for kids of all ages!
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Mar 06, 2024
Penang Sun Yat Sen Centre
The Penang Sun Yat Sen Centre commemorates the contributions made by Chinese national hero Dr Sun Yat-Sen (1866 - 1925) and his Overseas Chinese supporters.
Mar 06, 2024
Penang Murals - Locations of Street Art in George Town, Penang
Quirky Penang murals and street art have sprung up on the streets of George Town in recent years, celebrating Penang's unique culture. See examples and locations here.
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Mar 06, 2024
Penang Heritage Trail - George Town, Malaysia
My Penang Heritage Trail is a self-guided walking tour with map through historic George Town taking in the main sights of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Mar 01, 2024
PD Ostrich Show Farm, Port Dickson
Take the kids to PD Ostrich Show Farm where there are plenty of animals and activities to keep the whole family amused for a few hours.
Mar 01, 2024
Paya Indah Wetlands - Eco-tourism near Putrajaya, Malaysia
Paya Indah Wetlands is a wildlife conservation area with a checkered history but it's improving. Read the findings of my last visit.
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Mar 01, 2024
Pasir Salak Historical Complex
The Pasir Salak Historical Complex in Perak is a museum built on the spot where British advisor JWW Birch was assassinated in 1875. Worth a visit.
Feb 29, 2024
P Ramlee Birthplace - The House in Penang Where He Was Born
P Ramlee Birthplace (Rumah Kelahiran P.Ramlee) is the quaint wooden house where Malaysia's best loved artiste was born. It is open to the public.
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Feb 28, 2024
Ostrich Wonderland, Semenyih, Selangor
At Ostrich Wonderland near Semenyih children can see exotic ostriches, geese and turkeys and ride ponies in a rural setting.
Feb 28, 2024
Orang Asli Museum Ayer Keroh, Melaka
At the Orang Asli Museum Ayer Keroh you can learn about the customs, hunting techniques, houses, food, medicine, crafts and burial traditions of the Malay Peninsula’s original inhabitants.
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