The Malaysia Traveller Blog
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.
Dec 03, 2020
Floral Tea Mansion (Rumah The Bunga) - Heritage Building in Penang
Floral Tea Mansion is a beautifully preserved and restored heritage building in Georgetown, Penang.
Continue reading "Floral Tea Mansion (Rumah The Bunga) - Heritage Building in Penang"
Nov 23, 2020
Marina Island to Pangkor Ferry - Schedule, Ticket Price and Location
The Marina Island to Pangkor Ferry is an alternative way to reach Pangkor and faster than the old Lumut to Pangkor ferry.
Continue reading "Marina Island to Pangkor Ferry - Schedule, Ticket Price and Location"
Nov 15, 2020
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.
Continue reading "Peter James Begbie and The Malayan Peninsula"
Oct 15, 2020
Kishu Toshogu Shrine - Wakayama City, Japan
Climb 108 steps to Kishu Toshogu Shrine for a great view and see the magnificent red entrance gate, the best in Kansai.
Continue reading "Kishu Toshogu Shrine - Wakayama City, Japan"
Oct 04, 2020
Taiping Lake Gardens
Taiping Lake Gardens was the first public recreation park to be established in Malaysia and today it remains one of the most beautiful spots in the country.
Sep 26, 2020
MinNature - Largest Indoor Miniature & Train Exhibition In Asia
Bring the kids to MinNature Malaysia in Bukit Bintang to experience a fun, magical and educational world in miniature.
Continue reading "MinNature - Largest Indoor Miniature & Train Exhibition In Asia"
Sep 25, 2020
Orang Asli in Malaysia
The Orang Asli are the indigenous minority peoples of Peninsular Malaysia. Here are some facts and places where you can experience their culture.
Sep 20, 2020
Feng Shui in Malaysia
Feng Shui is widely observed by Malaysia’s Chinese population and is big business for its practitioners.
Sep 02, 2020
MAHA 2020 - Malaysia's Leading Agricultural Show
MAHA 2020 is the biggest agricultural event in the ASEAN region. See details, dates, timing and location here.
Continue reading "MAHA 2020 - Malaysia's Leading Agricultural Show "
Aug 28, 2020
Bénédictine DOM - Why Is It So Popular in Malaysia?
Bénédictine DOM is a French herbal liqueur regarded by many in Malaysia as a health tonic. Find out more.
Continue reading "Bénédictine DOM - Why Is It So Popular in Malaysia?"
Aug 27, 2020
Malaysian Food Trivia - Here are some of Malaysia's Favourite Foods
Here is some Malaysian Food Trivia.
Continue reading "Malaysian Food Trivia - Here are some of Malaysia's Favourite Foods"
Aug 20, 2020
Malaysian Tree Trivia - Little Facts About Big Trees
Here is some Malaysian Tree Trivia.
Continue reading "Malaysian Tree Trivia - Little Facts About Big Trees"
Aug 16, 2020
The Johore Wooden Railway - Malaysia's First Railway
The Johore Wooden Railway was the first to be built in Malaya but it did not last long before it was eaten by termites!
Continue reading "The Johore Wooden Railway - Malaysia's First Railway"
Aug 14, 2020
Expatriates in Malaysia - 9th Best Destination In The World For Expats
Expatriates in Malaysia are a contented bunch, happy with the cost of living, personal finances and quality of life.
Continue reading "Expatriates in Malaysia - 9th Best Destination In The World For Expats"
Aug 10, 2020
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.
Continue reading "Top Malaysian Beaches - 10 Best Beaches in Malaysia"
Aug 06, 2020
Malaysian National Anthem - Negara Ku
Here are some interesting facts about the Malaysian National Anthem.
Aug 01, 2020
Dengue Fever in Malaysia
Dengue fever in Malaysia has been on the increase over the past 40 years. Read some trivia here.
Jul 26, 2020
Hakkas, Hokkien and Hainanese in Malaysia
Hakkas, Hokkien and Hainanese are among the main Chinese communities in Malaysia. Find out where they originate from.
Continue reading "Hakkas, Hokkien and Hainanese in Malaysia"
Jul 14, 2020
Wakaura Tenmangu Shrine - Wakayama City, Japan
Visit Wakaura Tenmangu Shrine, an ancient and atmospheric Shinto shrine off the tourist trail in Wakayama City. Great view but a lot of steps!
Continue reading "Wakaura Tenmangu Shrine - Wakayama City, Japan"
Jun 28, 2020
Top Goa Attractions - Things To Do In Goa
Goa is one of the best places to visit in India. Here are some of my favourite top Goa attractions.
Continue reading "Top Goa Attractions - Things To Do In Goa"
May 25, 2020
Old Malaya Photos - Black and White Photos of Malaysia In The Past
Where to find a good source of fascinating old Malaya photos - Vintage shots of KL, Melaka, Perak and elsewhere in Malaysia.
Continue reading "Old Malaya Photos - Black and White Photos of Malaysia In The Past"
May 15, 2020
Malaysian Historic School Buildings
There are many Malaysian historic school buildings which play an important part in the nation's architectural heritage. Here is a list with photos of twenty-seven of the best examples.
May 02, 2020
Kimiidera Temple - Wakayama City, Japan
Kimiidera Temple is one of the top places to visit in Wakayama with the largest wooden standing statue in Japan, great views and cherry blossom.
Apr 09, 2020
Tun Sakaran Marine Park
Tun Sakaran Marine Park’s stunning setting and marine biodiversity make it a popular tourist attraction for day trippers.
Mar 15, 2020
Lightning Strikes In Malaysia
Lightning Strikes In Malaysia are a very common occurrence due to its tropical climate and location. The country has one of the world's highest rates of fatalities.
Feb 25, 2020
Penang to Langkawi Ferry - Schedule, Ticket Price and Location
The Penang to Langkawi Ferry is ideal for tourists who want to experience both islands. It is cheap, hassle-free and fast.
Continue reading "Penang to Langkawi Ferry - Schedule, Ticket Price and Location"
Jan 13, 2020
Central Market Kuala Lumpur
Visit Central Market Kuala Lumpur (Pasar Seni). It's one of KL's top tourist attractions and a great place to shop for souvenirs and eat local food.
Jan 01, 2020
Malaysia Events Calendar 2020 - Major Events & Festivals
See this Malaysia Events Calendar 2020 to find out what's going on in Kuala Lumpur and elsewhere in Malaysia month by month.
Continue reading "Malaysia Events Calendar 2020 - Major Events & Festivals"
Sep 26, 2019
Flags of Malaysia
Here is some trivia about the flags of Malaysia, the old Malaya flag and the State flags and State coats of arms.
Sep 12, 2019
Frasers Hill or Cameron Highlands
Frasers Hill or Cameron Highlands? Which one is better?
Sep 01, 2019
Sandakan Memorial Park
Sandakan Memorial Park is on the site of a WW2 POW camp from where Australian and British prisoners began the infamous Death Marches.
Aug 22, 2019
Karayuki-san in Malaya
Karayuki-san refers to impoverished Japanese women who worked as prostitutes in southeast Asia during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Graves of some of these women can be found in cemeteries across Malaysia.
Jul 31, 2019
Eurasians In Malaysia
Eurasians are people of mixed race and they have a long history in Malaysia.
Jul 28, 2019
Floating Mosques In Malaysia
There are a number of floating mosques in Malaysia built on stilts above water or in waterfront locations. Here are some examples.
Jul 28, 2019
Coliseum Cafe and Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Coliseum Cafe and Hotel has been a Kuala Lumpur institution since 1921 where diners and drinkers can wallow in nostalgia for old colonial-era Malaya.
Mar 05, 2019
Penang Artists - Exclusive Collection of Cards by Galeri Art Point
Capture the quintessence of Penang with a collection of cards painted by Penang Artists.
Continue reading "Penang Artists - Exclusive Collection of Cards by Galeri Art Point"
Feb 21, 2019
Glass Bottle Temple Melaka
Glass Bottle Temple Melaka is a small Thai Buddhist temple in Malacca incorporating hundreds of recycled green glass beer bottles in its design.
Feb 16, 2019
Heng Ann Tian Hou Temple, Melaka
Heng Ann Tian Hou Temple is an attractive Chinese temple dedicated to Tian Hou (Mazu) located on the 3rd floor of the Heng Ann Association building in Melaka.
Feb 15, 2019
Encore Melaka Impression Series
Encore Melaka is an impressive Melaka-themed cultural performance using state-of-the-art theatrical techniques in a modern purpose-built theatre.
Feb 06, 2019
Bukit Larut On Foot - Great Exercise, Nice Views, Cool Clean Air
Bukit Larut on foot is not the easiest way to go up this hill overlooking Taiping (Maxwell Hill). It is pretty exhausting but worth it for the nature and scenery.
Continue reading "Bukit Larut On Foot - Great Exercise, Nice Views, Cool Clean Air"
Feb 06, 2019
Wat Charok Padang -The Glass Bottle Temple near Sik, Kedah
Wat Charok Padang is a Thai Buddhist temple in northern Malaysia decorated with 100,000 green and brown glass bottles.
Continue reading "Wat Charok Padang -The Glass Bottle Temple near Sik, Kedah"
Feb 05, 2019
Kota Kuala Muda Tsunami Memorial, Kedah, Malaysia
The Kota Kuala Muda Tsunami Memorial is a poignant reminder of the devastating tsunami of 26 December 2004 which affected this part of Malaysia and other countries.
Continue reading "Kota Kuala Muda Tsunami Memorial, Kedah, Malaysia"
Feb 04, 2019
Eden On The Park Kuching
Eden On The Park Kuching is an Integrated Senior Lifestyle and Care Residence Resort with units set aside for expatriates making it ideal for MM2H participants looking for an inexpensive and hassle-free stay in a safe and caring environment.
Feb 03, 2019
Merdeka Beach, Kota Kuala Muda, Kedah
Merdeka Beach (Pantai Merdeka) is a popular public beach with fine views of Gunung Jerai, good recreational facilities and attractions such as its unusual red mudstone and a British WWII bunker.
Feb 01, 2019
Merdeka Bridge Kedah - Bridge Over The River Muda
Merdeka Bridge Kedah (Jambatan Merdeka) spans the River Muda separating Penang state from Kedah. It was the scene of fighting during WWII.
Continue reading "Merdeka Bridge Kedah - Bridge Over The River Muda"
Recent Articles
-
Floral Tea Mansion (Rumah The Bunga) - Heritage Building in Penang
Dec 03, 20 12:57 PM
Floral Tea Mansion is a beautifully preserved and restored heritage building in Georgetown, Penang.
-
Marina Island to Pangkor Ferry - Schedule, Ticket Price and Location
Nov 23, 20 12:48 PM
The Marina Island to Pangkor Ferry is an alternative way to reach Pangkor and faster than the old Lumut to Pangkor ferry.
-
Peter James Begbie and The Malayan Peninsula
Nov 15, 20 08:45 AM
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.
Getting Around
- Free KL City Bus
- KL Hop-On Hop-Off
- BRT Sunway Line
- Malaysia By Coach
- Malaysia By Train
- Pangkor Ferry
- Marina Island Ferry
- Penang to Langkawi Ferry
Hotels
Copyright © 2011-2020 -------Malaysia-Traveller.com
CONTACT ME | PRIVACY POLICY | TRAVEL BLOG | ABOUT ME
8,099,373 Unique Visitors Served Since 2011. Over 20 Million Page Visits. Statistics up to end October 2020.
Comments
Have your say about what you just read! Leave me a comment in the box below.