Malacca’s Beautiful Chinatown: A Photo Essay
While most westerners have heard of Singapore, Hong Kong, and maybe even Penang and Macau, very few have heard of Malacca (also spelled Melaka). However, that doesn’t mean that it …
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The Petronas Towers: Kuala Lumpur’s Iconic Destination
When you arrive in Kuala Lumpur, it is nearly impossible to miss the Petronas Towers. Rising 451 meters above the city streets below, the buildings are the tallest twin towers …
24 Hours in Georgetown, Malaysia
Nestled in the northwestern corner of Malaysia, Georgetown is one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations. Sitting on the eastern shores of the island of Penang, the city and …
24 Hours in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia, is one of Asia’s most underrated tourist destinations. While many recognize the colonial beauty of Georgetown and Malacca or the stunning beaches of Langkawi …
Bagus Place: Where Adventure Meets Luxury
Writer’s Note: This article is part of a project that I did for Tourism Malaysia. While I usually focus this blog on budget travel, this article is about my one luxury …
On the Heritage Trail in Penang: Exploring Georgetown’s Colonial Past
In August of 1786, the British flag was raised for the first time in southeast Asia; however, the flag wasn’t first raised over Hong Kong or even Singapore. Instead, the …