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.
Sematan Beach and Sematan Village is an attractive coastal area within easy reach of Kuching. Here is what you can expect.
Continue reading "Sematan Beach and Sematan Village, Lundu, Sarawak"
Enjoy a hike at the pristine Gunung Gading National Park and maybe catch a glimpse of its star attraction, the rare Rafflesia flower in bloom.
Continue reading "Gunung Gading National Park - Rafflesia, Waterfalls and Hiking"
The width of Siar Beach varies enormously between high and low tides meaning you have to walk a long way to reach the sea at low tide.
Continue reading "Siar Beach - Beautiful Beach Near Lundu, Sarawak"
Pantai Pandan is a gorgeous sandy beach about 600 metres long, with rocky outcrops at each end. Great for families and couples.
Continue reading "Pantai Pandan - Popular Beach Near Lundu, Sarawak"
Try the Mount Kuwai Hike and traditional retreat stay to reconnect with nature and enjoy a fabulous coastal view over Telok Melano. See my review.
Continue reading "Mount Kuwai Hike & Retreat Stay, Sematan, Sarawak"
Telok Melano Beach is a beautiful beach at the far western tip of Sarawak. It is also the jumping-off point for Tanjung Datu National Park. Find details here.
Continue reading "Telok Melano Beach - One of the Best Beaches in Sarawak"
Kuching Civic Centre has an impressive new roof but is still not fully reopened.
Continue reading "Kuching Civic Centre - Dewan Suarah Negeri Kuching"
Read practical advice on visiting Gunung Mulu National Park and the typical Mulu Caves Package.
Continue reading "Gunung Mulu National Park - Sarawak's Top Natural Attraction"
At Piasau Nature Reserve you can enjoy a jungle and beach hike and maybe catch a glimpse of their resident hornbills.
What are the things to see in Bintulu? Find details here.
Taman Tumbina Zoo is one of Bintulu's main tourist attractions. Read details and review here.
Yu Lung San Tian En Temple is one of the largest and most impressive Chinese temple complexes in Malaysia. Details and photos here.
Continue reading "Yu Lung San Tian En Temple, Near Sibu, Sarawak"
What are the things to see in Kapit? Is it worth making the 3 hour drive from Sibu? Read details here.
Looking for an invigorating trail within easy reach of Kuching? The Bung Siburan hike is a good choice. Details here.
Continue reading "Bung Siburan Hike, Kampung Sentah, Siburan, Sarawak"
Fort Emma Kanowit is a 19th century wooden fort converted into a museum in the small town of Kanowit.
What are the things to see in Sibu? Markets, parks, temples, museums, monuments and more. Read about them here.
Kutien Memorial Park is an attractive urban park in Sibu with walking/jogging paths, outdoor gym equipment, a large lotus pond and an imposing granite pagoda and other structures.
Tua Pek Kong Temple Sibu is one of the most notable landmarks in Sibu thanks to its striking 7-storey pagoda.
Lau King Howe Hospital Memorial Museum is a tribute to this cherished former hospital and the revered gentleman behind its establishment.
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At Sibu Heritage Centre you can learn about the history of Sibu, its varied ethnicities, customs, economy and more.
Bukit Lima Nature Reserve is a large area of peat swamp forest on the fringe of Sibu city and a great place for a walk in the fresh air.
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What are the things to see in Sarikei? Not a lot is the short answer. Here is my selection of the town's attractions.
Fort Lili Heritage Museum occupies an historic fort dating back to 1858. The interior is a bit sparse at the time of writing.
Continue reading "Fort Lili Heritage Museum, Betong, Sarawak"
What are the things to see in Simanggang? Being about half way between Kuching and Sibu the town is a convenient pitstop for travellers between those two cities. Is it worth staying longer?
Continue reading "Things to See In Simanggang (Sri Aman), Sarawak"
Sri Aman Heritage Museum Fort Alice (Kubu Alice in Malay) is a heritage museum in Simanggang, Sarawak.Completed in 1864, the fort underwent a major restoration and reopened as a museum in 2015.
What are the things to see in Pontianak? This city in Indonesian Borneo is not a popular tourist destination but there are enough attractions for a short stay.
Continue reading "Things to See In Pontianak, West Kalimantan, Indonesia"
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AUTHOR BIO

David (the one on the left) is the writer behind Malaysia Traveller, sharing first-hand travel advice from over five decades of living and travelling across Asia and the Middle East. Based in Malaysia since 2009 and now in Kuching, he has published over 790 pages on this website, personally visited every place he covers, and uses only his own photos. Readers can learn more on his About Me page. He also shares updates on Facebook and YouTube. He loves uncovering overlooked places that even some Malaysians have never visited.