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Malaysias version of Phuket has not attracted the same numbers as its counterpart in the Andaman, which is a bit odd. It has a good airport, the Andaman Sea is the same water as around Phuket, and...
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This was a great surprise given that almost every where in this region needs a visa for US and European citizens. I was traveling from Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur on the usual Air Asia shuttle, and...
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This is a two part spot of news from Air Asia. As from the 11th November. the airline says it is the first in the wolrd to drop the fuel surcharges. Looks good for starters but all or most of the...
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I have to say I don't like the Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur. As a piece of architecture I think its tacky, and the only creditable thing about the towers is that they are very high, and when lit...
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This is another favourite island getaway, especially from Singapore. Berjaya Air operate an air service to the island directly from the small Selatar airport. This is not the big international...
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Sep 27, 2008
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The Asian Flavours Food Court at the Petronas Twin Towers is exactly the place to sample Asian flavours. It’s my family’s favourite especially after visiting the Petrosains Museum, national oil...
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Sep 27, 2008
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For you who don’t know yet, the durians are the Asian fruit famous for its smell and taste. “Tastes Like Heave and Smells Like Hell” is its motto. While the durians are a big hit among...
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Sep 27, 2008
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Seri Melayu Restaurant at Jalan (Street) Conlay is really my favourite as it has cultural shows while you eat. The buffet and nightly show is a big hit among locals and foreigners alike. The best...
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Sep 27, 2008
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The Chinatown market at Petaling Street is a haven for knockoff and otherwise bona fide goods. You’ll find everything here, from fake watches and leather goods to fake VCDs and DVDs. If you want...
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Sep 27, 2008
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The Kampung Baru is a good place to sample the life of Malays, Malaysia’s major ethnic group. But I’d advise you to go there only during the day as it will be safer. Don’t venture into the...
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Sep 27, 2008
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Kampung Baru is is a Malay traditional village smack in the middle of the city of Kuala Lumpur. It’s a nice contrast. The local authority refuses to modernise the area and instead, gives money to...
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Sep 27, 2008
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If you are shopping at the Chinatown, having a local person with you would help you haggle. I have found that a local’s presence would make the vendor a little soft, especially if the local...
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Sep 27, 2008
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If you are shopping at the Chinatown evening Market, which is famous for its fake goods, don’t waste your time going to many stalls comparing prices. I have found from personal experience that...
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Sep 27, 2008
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If you are haggling at the Chinatown Market, well-known for its fake goods, beware of a technique sometimes used by the traders there to force you into buying their stuffs. They like to intimidate...
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Sep 27, 2008
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If you want cheap convincing fake goods, Chinatown is definitely the place. But take note that while the prices of these goods are much lower than that of the original, the prices are highly marked...
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