Southeast Asia’s most culturally diverse nation straddles the South China Sea, where Kuala Lumpur’s gleaming Petronas Towers soar above steamy street markets, colonial architecture lines the atmospheric streets of Melaka, and tropical rainforests harbour some of the world’s most extraordinary wildlife. From the UNESCO World Heritage sites that dot the peninsula to the pristine beaches of Langkawi and the ecological wonders of Borneo, Malaysia compresses an astonishing variety of experiences into a relatively compact space — yet somehow manages to remain refreshingly overlooked by travellers who rush straight from Thailand to Singapore without pausing in between.
These Malaysia travel stories confront both the triumphs and frustrations of exploring this fascinating country. You’ll discover why Melaka reveals completely different personalities depending on whether you visit by day or night, and what lessons about tackling tropical cities emerge from navigating Kuala Lumpur’s notorious heat and humidity. As the collection grows, it will encompass more practical guidance on exploring Malaysia’s diverse regions, from navigating public transport to understanding when the relentless tropical climate works in your favour rather than against it.
- Why Melaka is great by day and disappointing by night.
- What Kuala Lumpur taught me about tackling tropical cities.
- 6 of the best Kuala Lumpur attractions to add to your Malaysia itinerary.
- Discovering Islamic architecture at the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia.
- 48 hours in Kuala Lumpur – how to do a two day stopover.
