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Guan Di Temple (also known as Kuan Ti Temple) with incense sticks in Chinatown, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Guan Di Temple (also known as Kuan Ti Temple) with incense sticks in Chinatown, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Overview

Dynamic cities, fabulous food, beautiful beaches, idyllic islands and national parks with wildlife-packed rainforests – all of this can be found in Malaysia.

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Best Things to Do

Here are the best places to go in Malaysia for soft sandy beaches, incredible food and amazing treks through wildlife-filled jungle and national parks.

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Best Time to Visit

There’s never a bad time to visit Malaysia – yet never really a dry one, either. Read on for our season-by-season guide.

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Things to Know

A great place for impulsive travelers, many nationals can enter Malaysia visa-free for up to 90 days.

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Transportation

Want to take the train? A river ferry? Rent your own car? Read on to learn about the many options for getting around in Malaysia.

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Visa Requirements

A great place for impulsive travelers, many nationals can enter Malaysia visa-free for up to 90 days.

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Best Road Trips

So you want to roam Malaysia's Cameron Highlands, stroll in tea plantations, and pause for cream­-slathered scones along the way? You aren't alone…

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Money and Costs

While there is no shortage of restaurants on the Malaysian holiday island of Langkawi, many of them offer international rather than local food, from…

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Accessibility

Want to take the train? A river ferry? Rent your own car? Read on to learn about the many options for getting around in Malaysia.

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