Wild Elephants treks- Malaysia, Indonesia I’ll be in SE Asia this April and really hoping to see wild elephants! I’ve found tons of info on Borneo and the Kinabatangan River, but would love something a bit less touristy and away from the rampant deforestation if possible. Does anyone have any experience with other places in Borneo that are good for elephant sightings, or either of these…

Scoot vs Malaysia airlines I’m booking an international flight soon, and a little confused between these options. It will be a two part flight, first half being operated by Singapore then second half by scoot, or both parts by Malaysia. Is the Singapore flight worth the scoot trouble? If I do end up taking the scoot flight I’ll likely upgrade to scootplus; or is Malaysia …

Recommendations in Malaysia I am planning to travel to Malaysia towards Feb end for 5 days with below itinerary: 1.5 days in Langkawi 3 days in Penang 1 day in Kuala Lumpur I am a beach person and not too much into temples (do not want to go to Batu Caves). Given these, looking for some recommendations for places to eat, experiences and shopping in these cities. Also, is…

Malaysia or Thailand for 2 week trip? I’m wondering which you recommend I should visit. I’ve always been interested in Malaysia and Singapore, but really don’t mind going anywhere else in SEA. Thailand seems like a really cool and fun spot for tourists, I like straying away from the tourists areas, going where the locals go, and things like that. I like food a lot, and it’s one of t…

2 week itinerary malaysia and singapore Hello, We are planning a trip to Malaysia and Singapore for two weeks in August. We have created an itinerary for our trip, and we would love to hear your thoughts. We are newlyweds, and this will be our second trip since our wedding. Here is our proposed plan: 3 days in Kuala Lumpur (16–18 August) 2 days in Cameron Highlands (19–20 August) 2 d…

Malaysia itinerary advice Hello! I am currently planning a 2,5 week backpacking trip to Singapore and Malaysia. It will be my first time backpacking in SE Asia. I am very indecisive on the itinerary (too rushed? Too many days in one place? Etc.) Tips would be appreciated. I’m looking for an itinerary that is a good mix of cities, nature, hikes, relaxing. This is what I g…

Malaysia in September Hello, Could you please advise us? We’re planning a trip to Malaysia in September and have started making arrangements. Should we focus on the western coast (Penang, Cameron Highlands, Langkawi, etc.) or skip that coast and travel only to the eastern coast and Borneo? (We’re concerned about the monsoon season.) Many thanks 🙏 submitted by …

Two week itinerary for Malaysia, Singapore, and Bali? I’m looking at going to Southeast Asia for about two weeks and am wondering if this itinerary is feasible: Sunday night arrive in Kuala Lumpur, Monday-Tuesday in Kuala Lumpur, Wednesday train or bus to George Town, Thursday-Friday in George Town, Saturday fly to Singapore, Sunday-Monday in Singapore, Tuesday fly to Bali and travel to Ubud, Wedn…

Planning to take a first time trip in Malaysia Me (PH) and my boyfriend (US) planning to meet in Malaysia after his 2 days business trip in India instead of me coming to India. We planning to spend January 8-12 in Kuala Lumpur and both are first time in the country, we are both fit, love outdoors activities, hiking and nature. Just wondering does KL have some nature spot not too far in the C…

Traveling to Malaysia & langkawi Hello people, I am posting it again, but i really need your advices. I am traveling to Malaysia from Mumbai tomorrow & now i have booked flights and hotels. We will be reaching there on 14th dec morning 7ish. Then we are planning to go to China Town & petronas tower that day. Next day, we are planning to go to genting highlands and batu caves,ca…

Malaysia trip for 6 days Hey lovely people, Me & my spouse are traveling to Malaysia this week. We just have 6 days with us Plan is to spend 2 days in KL, and rest of the days in langkawi. Booked flight ticket but everything else I have to figure out . Can you guys please share your experience on where to stay & what activities to do. Please please reply Thankyou in ad…

Malaysia Transit 10 Hours Hi, Could you please help us? We land in Malaysia KL at 11am and the next flight is at 9pm. We want to go to city and try some street food and walk around to see few things. Dont have any checked in luggage. Assuming immigration takes around 3 hours (in and out). We are left with 5-6 hours. Planning to take a bus to city. Looks cheaper. Any…

Sarawak, Borneo, Malaysia 2 weeks trip Last month me and husband spent 2 weeks in Sarawak. I did not see much info on reddit as most people go to Sabah. Even we were first supposed to go to Sabah but then decided Sarawak. So i thought of making a post to help others. Few tips -barely any snacks available at most tourist places in Kuching. So eat a nice breakfast or pack food while h…

World Fears a Wider Trade War. Malaysia Sees an Opportunity. In a new era for global trade in which Donald J. Trump has promised tariffs, Malaysia and Singapore are finalizing a deal for greater economic integration.

Malaysia January trip – need some recommendations Hi everyone! We’re planning a trip of 10 nights to Malaysia in January, arriving in KL airport, departing from Singapore airport. We’re a group of 8, 6 young adults and a set of parents so I tried to create an itinerary that covers main attractions but at the same time has some beach relaxing time. Idk if Taman Negara should be included tho’, …

One week in Malaysia with kids We live in Asia and are traveling to Malaysia for a holiday, around 7-8 days. Was hoping to do a split between Malaysia and Singapore, but I wonder whether that is too much moving given the short time, plus Singapore accom is 2-3 times the price. At the moment, I was planning on taking it slow and staying entirely in KL with the occasional day t…

Malaysia trip suggestions Hey guys, I am planning to do a 9 day trip to Malaysia. Wwas thinking Kuala Lumpur for 3 days and Penang for 5 days, was wondering if I should reduce Penang and add Kuching or would that be too much? submitted by /u/barrythedude

US>Vietnam>Malaysia>Taiwan>US crazy? As the title states, my wife and 2 kids, ages 10 and 8, are going to Asia in December. We plan to be there for 3 weeks. Can someone please advise if this flight itinerary is realistic and if there are specific places we should see at each location, that will be even better! Dec 11 – NYC > Hanoi 6 days (also visit Halong bay) Dec 18 – HAN > SGN …

Planning a trip to Asia, Vietnam vs Thailand vs Malaysia I am planning a vacation right now with my husband for 6 weeks to visit Asia. We are already spending 1 week in South Korea and 3 days in Singapore and are at a tossup if we should do either all 3 countries or a combination of a few of them. We are planning to visit in October and November. Some of our interests include visiting cafe and indepen…

Is my Taipei/Malaysia/Singapore itinerary too busy? We are a young couple traveling to Asia this August. We originally planned to spend 1-2 weeks just in Taiwan, but after learning that the weather might be very bad and that the national park is closed due to the earthquake, we are thinking to change plans. We really wanted to see Taipei, so we are dedicating a good chunk of time just to that cit…