Destinations
Malaysia
Malaysia mixes Malay, Chinese and Indian cultures: the Petronas Towers and food streets of Kuala Lumpur, the Batu Caves, colonial George Town on Penang and the beaches of Langkawi.
Best Time to Visit
The west coast (Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Langkawi) is best December–April; the east coast is best March–September.
What to Expect
- Language
- Malay; English widely spoken
- Currency
- Malaysian ringgit (MYR)
- Cards & ATMs
- Cards widely accepted; cash for hawker stalls
- Plugs
- Type G, 240V
- Getting Around
- LRT/MRT and monorail in KL, Grab, domestic flights
- Safety
- Safe; watch for bag snatching in crowds
