Rising from the Andaman Sea in emerald perfection is Langkawi, an archipelago of 99 island jewels just 30 kilometres off the north western coast of peninsular Malaysia. The Langkawi..
The Perhentian Islands are a situated just off the coast from Kota Bharu in the north east of Malyasia. They are a small group of islands with the two main ones being Perhentian Besar and..
Redang Island or Pulau Redang is about 30 kilometres off the coast of Terengganu state in north eastern Malaysia. Redang is a stunning tropical getaway similar to the Perentians. It is the..
Kota Kinabalu, the capital of Sabah State, sits on the northwest coast of Borneo facing the beautiful South China Sea. The largest urban centre in Sabah, KK - as it is affectionately called..
A short wander down a jungle track on Langkawi’s northwest tip brings visitors to Datai Beach, voted by the Discovery Channel as one of the world's top ten beaches. The gently curving bay..
Sipidan Island is about a half hour journey from Semporna on Eastern Malaysia. It is just a few minutes from Mabul Island and Kapalai Island. The island is Malaysia's only oceanic island..
Kuching is located almost exactly on the equator in eastern region of Sarawak and is both the capital and most populous city in Sarawak and Borneo This vibrant, trade city has a strong..
The Batu Caves are a series of spectacular 400 million year old chambers beneath limestone hills just 30 minutes north of Kuala Lumpur. At the mouth of the cave complex, an enormous gold..
Batu Ferringhi, is a well developed coastal strip on the north coast of the island of Penang. It is probably the most developed stretch of coast in the country and has several large..
The Cameron Highlands are located in the far north west of the state of Pahang, just over 200 kilometers - or 3 hours drive - north from Kuala Lumpur. This cool mountainous region – the..
Georgetown is the bustling capital of the island-state of Penang, which lies just off the west coast of peninsular Malaysia. Georgetown is on the eastern coast of the island at the site of..
Mulu National Park is is located near Miri in Sarawak, and is accessible only by air via Mulu. This remote park is famous for containing a series of massive cave formations that stagger the..
Kuala Lumpur is a symbol of modern Malaysia, blending the old and new with the diverse influences of Malay, Chinese and Indian cultural lifestyles. The 88 storeys of the Petronas Twin..
Mabul Island is reputed to be one of the best places for underwater macro-photography in the world. Located in the clear waters of the Celebes Sea off the mainland of Sabah, it is..
The historic city of Malaka (Melacca) is the capital of the state of Melaka on the south western coast of peninsular Malaysia. The city was heritage listed in July 2008 because of it's..
The Kinabalu National Park is located in the Sabah region of Eastern Malaysia on the island of Borneo. It is located about 50 kilometres north east of the regional capital Kota Kinabalu. It..
Shimmering in tropical perfection, the privately owned resort island of Pangkor Laut, lays just 1.6km off the West Coast of Peninsular Malaysia. Featuring 300 acres of ancient..
The sprinkling of jade green islands that makes up Pulau Payar lies just 30km south-east of Langkawi. It's just a 1-hour boat ride out to the best marine park on Malaysia's West Coast..
The Semengoh Orang-utan sanctuary is located about 45 minutes drive south of Kuching. The centre is for the rehabilitation of Orang Utans that have been in prolonged captivity by humans. It..
Just a short 25 kilometer trip from Sandakan lies the Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary. Set in lush rainforest and spread over 4300 hectares the Sanctuary is home to a large population of..
The Langkawi sky-bridge at Mount Mat Cincang is a spectacular feat of engineering that provides the opportunity for visitors to literally take a walk in the sky. The bridge is around 125..
About 56km off the coast of Pahang lies Tioman Island, an alluring holiday paradise in the South China Sea. Acclaimed as one of the best island getaways in the world, Tioman was the..
One of Penang’s most popular attractions is Fort Cornwallis, the largest standing fort in Malaysia. Located on the northwest coast of Penang, this impressive star-shaped structure is part..
Kota Bharu is on the north-east coast of Malaysia, not far from the Thai border. It is the capital of Kelantan region. It is mostly a jumping off point for the surrounding country side and..
Malaysia’s Petronas Tower complex is one of worlds most elegant and recognisable mega-structures. For six years the worlds highest buildings, they were finally surpassed in 2004 by the..
The Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque in Shah Alam is one of the most stunning structures in the country. Commonly referred to as the 'Blue Mosque', it boasts the tallest minarets in..
Right in the neon heart of Kuala Lumpur is the shopping and entertainment district of Bukit Bintang. Redevelopment and gentrification has brought a new energy and sopistication to the..
Endau Rompin, straddling the Johor/Pahang border, is the second National Park, after Taman Negara. It covers an area of approximately 80,000 hectares of rich and exotic flora and fauna..
The Kinabatangan River begins its remarkable journey deep in the mountainous interior of Sabah and snakes it’s way for 560km through a diverse range of habits. From the misty highland..
The main dome of the national mosque is designed in the shape of an 18-point star to represent the 13 states of Malaysia and the five central Pillars of Islam, and has the appearance of a..
Petaling Street, the centre of Kuala Lumpur's original Chinatown, maintains much of its traditional atmosphere, particularly at night when vendors fan out their merchandise along the..
The island off Mersing, along with Pulau Dayang, Pulau Lang and Pulau Pinang, are rated among the best diving destinations within the Johor Marine Park Area. The deeper waters around the..
Pulau Sibu is a pleasant hideaway with its lush tropical vegetation, endless stretches of golden beaches and clear blue waters. The island is also dotted with numerous sea caves carved out..
Deemed to be the most important of the bridges in Putrajaya, the 435-m concrete bridge connects the Government Precinct to the Mixed Development Precinct, with the upper level of the bridge..
Sam Poh Tong is a famous cave temple located in Gunung Rapat, about 5km south of Ipoh. It is said to be the biggest cave temple in the country, and is an impressive work of art with various..
Built in 1650 as the official residence of the Dutch Governor and his officers, The Stadthuys is a fine example of Dutch architecture of that period. It is believed to be the oldest Dutch..
Sarawak's oldest national park was established in 1957, covers a modest 27 sq. km., and is about 37km from Kuching. It's known for its extraordinary natural scenery, habitats, plants and..
This truly unique Elephant Orphanage of Kuala Gandah will give you a very rare opportunity to learn about these displaced gentle giants, and also the chance to ride them through the jungle..
Walk into the compound of the Penang State Museum, and you will first be greeted by a regal bronze statue of Captain Francis Light, the founder of the Penang Straits Settlement, gazing down..
Sandakan is the former British capital of British North Borneo in eastern Malaysia, it is located on the north eastern coast and is approximately 220 kilometres east of today's capital of..
Taman Negara (National Park) is the first and the oldest official Protected Area in the country, originally named King George V National Park. Declared in 1938 by the Sultans of Kelantan..
Located in the heart of Alor Star, the 165.5 meters tall tower is the 19th tallest telecommunication tower in the world. It's a prominent and modern landmark that signifies the rapid..
On the east coast just over 30 kilometres north of the regional capital, Kuantan lies the laid back village of Cherating. A haven for surfers and backpackers since the 70's, this charming..
No visit to Kuala Lumpur is complete without a visit to Jalan Petaling, the street at the heart of KL’s Chinatown. Once passing beneath the ornate arches which welcome visitors to this..
Gunung Gading National Park is a beautiful expanse of mountainous rainforest only two hours away from Kuching. Located near Lundu, a pleasant little town in south-west..
About 6km off the coast of Marang is Pulau Kapas, an island renowned for its clear waters, sandy white beaches and swaying palms. Kapas Island is situated offshore about 30 minutes by slow..
The Kota Tinggi Falls in southern Johor have been well known for their cooling cascades of water for years. The waterfalls are located at the foot of Gunung Muntahak. The falls are a..
Fishing is the main game in Kuala Perlis and many superb seafood restaurants can be found in this small fishing town over just a couple of streets. Not only is seafood fresh in Perlis..
It was built to recognise and honour those who gave up their lives in the cause for peace and freedom, particularly during the nation's struggle against the threat of Communism. Within the..
Pangkor, with its charming mix of fishing settlements and resorts, is a fascinating and convenient holiday destination. It presents the visitor with a rare chance to live near fishermen and..
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