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May 23, 2013 6:34 PM
walkerclan45

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May 23, 2013 8:35 PM
westwood

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location: Malaysia

Inexpensive place to stay in Penang

Could someone recommend an inexpensive but clean, and safe place; guest house or hostel to stay in Penang. Also interesting things to do and see with myself and kids while in Penang.

Thanks,
Walkerclan45

May 23, 2013 1:43 PM
Chiangmaiman

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May 23, 2013 3:11 PM
alfredm

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location: Malaysia

Best Time To Visit

I want to ride my motorcycle all around Malaysia and would prefer to be there at the dryest time.
Is march, april and may the best time to take a three month holiday there?

If not then when would be the best time? I love the heat but dont want to spend every day getting soaked by rain

May 22, 2013 5:01 PM
walkerclan45

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May 23, 2013 11:53 AM
merrills

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location: Malaysia

Inexpensive places to sty in KL

I have to go to KL for business and I'm taking my two children ages (17 and 22). We are going to be on a strict budget. Could anyone suggest a few places to stay that are safe, clean, and inexpensive, in KL. My second question is we're leaving KL to go to Penang on a Sunday, Is there a bus that will travel there on a Sunday? and what is the cost?

Thanks!
Walkerclan45

May 22, 2013 5:21 AM
chacocanyon

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May 23, 2013 5:53 AM
chacocanyon

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location: Malaysia

Insurgency in Sabah

Hello,

I recently learned that there is political trouble in Sabah, resulting and US State deptt travel warnings, danger of kidnappings or guerrilla activity. Can anyone who has been there in the last three months confirm this and does this mean that Northeast Sabah is really off limits to tourists?

Thank you,

Chaco

May 22, 2013 3:25 AM
Herwin_a

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May 23, 2013 2:53 AM
greenmango

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location: Malaysia

Niah Caves or Gunung Mulu?

I will be in Borneo in second half of September 2013
Both the Niah Caves and Gunung Mulu NP seem to be awesome places to visit. But, apparently, if you're going to Gunung Mulu NP, going to Niah might not be worth the effort. Any recommendations?
For Gunung Mulu, is your stay (entrance tickets, accommodation, guides, etc...) to be booked ahead?
Thanks for your advice

May 22, 2013 3:09 AM
dakoilong

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May 23, 2013 4:01 AM
sandy01uk

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location: Malaysia

Bukit Bintang KL hotel for aroung US$40

Any recommendations for a decent place for a couple, walking distance to main nightlife and shopping areas. 50 dollars max.

May 21, 2013 4:40 PM
Laurenk93

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May 21, 2013 11:48 PM
lucapal

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location: Malaysia

Advice please! :)

Hi there guys!

I'm look at traveling in early July for only a week or two with a friend. We want a mix of relaxation (the beach??) and culture. I had my heart set on Malaysia, but really know very little about where would be the best to go to experience the best of both worlds. I've also had a quick look at Sri Lanka instead? Any advice at all would be hugely appreciated!

Cheers,
Lauren :)

May 21, 2013 3:26 PM
blueheeler

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May 21, 2013 11:52 PM
lucapal

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location: Malaysia

Perhentians in July

Hi guys,

It seems that trying to book reasonably priced accommodation for July is difficult. I know the question has been asked before but what's it like to find a cheap/mid range place at the start of July if I just turn up? I realise there are booking agents on here that will say you must book ( like everywhere!!!) but is it impossible? I usually ignore the "you must book crew" whenever I travel but I'll have my 6 year old this time so I need a safety net.

Terimah kasih

May 18, 2013 10:51 PM
ganesha88

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May 19, 2013 1:05 AM
redangislandorg

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location: Malaysia

Perenthian Islands

Need help with finding accommodation at Perenthian Islands and suggestions which island to stay .
I am not looking for party island but something clean and mid range to budget .
It seems difficult to book this type of accommodation. .Do I just arrive and hope for the best ?

May 18, 2013 7:02 AM
chacocanyon

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May 19, 2013 3:27 AM
roamingasia

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location: Malaysia

vaccinations for Sarawak Sabah and Penninsular Malaysia

Hello,

I'm going to Malaysia for a month this July and am getting a bit worried about the health risks when I read the CDC website or other infectious disease centers. We want to see some jungle and rural areas but we also want to spend time in cities and beaches. Is the vaccine for Japanese encephalitis really necessary? it will set me back about 1000 euros (for three people) and we won't be in the jungle the whole time. Thanks for any advice or experience sharing.

Chaco

May 17, 2013 7:25 PM
Philshag

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May 23, 2013 8:23 PM
westwood

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location: Malaysia

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KL with Family for 5 days

Hi There,
I'll be in KL with wife and 2 Kids 2 and 4 y.o. and I'm looking for accommodation. I know there is no similar place to Khao San Road in Thailand, but I like to know what comes close to it. What area are the backpackers staying, what are the most vibrant places? Hotel recommendations are welcome, budget 300 Ringgit or below.
Cheers
Philshag

May 17, 2013 3:29 PM
Herwin_a

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May 19, 2013 3:30 AM
roamingasia

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location: Malaysia

Sepilok or Semenggah?

I' ll have to make a choice between both parks for observing oran otans. Which one would you select?
Thanks for your advice...

May 17, 2013 3:36 AM
JonMW

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May 18, 2013 7:23 PM
JonMW

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location: Malaysia

Looking for info about Gunung Kajang, Tioman

Would anyone happen to have any info at all about hiking to the top of Gunung Kajang on Tioman? Couldn't find squat on the internet or searching the TT.

Cheers.

Jon

May 16, 2013 9:57 PM
yuki5900

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May 22, 2013 3:58 AM
tangss86

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location: Malaysia

mid-range lodging mabul

been doing some research and it seems that on mabul accomodations are either at the low end of the spectrum or at the very top, with nothing in between (eg "flashpacker"). mainly i am looking for something that has air conditioning 24 hours...shared bathrooms and everything else being basic is not a problem. is there anything like this available? p.s. i know i haven't given a price range; i really just want to know if there's something between US $25 and $600 pp/pn. thanks!

May 16, 2013 7:52 PM
lessthanmaisie

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May 16, 2013 7:58 PM
westwood

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location: Malaysia

ferry service to perintians

can anybody tell me when the earliest and latest ferry will be heading over to the perinthian islands from kuala besut next week,, im trying to figure out when to book my flights thanks in advance

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