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From Hindu temple meals served on banana leaves, to Chinese street hawkers calling out 'Nasi kandar!' to British-inspired roti canai, the colorful multicultural history of Malaysia can be tasted in [...]

I'd been to Malaysia back in the early 2000's. It was one of those trips where I saw three things: the airport, the hotel, and the contest area, I always [...]

You know vou are in for a different kind of cruising: experience when a) the guide book says: 'Do not go ashore onto either of the Koh Liang islands. They [...]

Choosing a country to retire to is a huge decision. Selling up, packing a lifetime's worth of possessions and moving abroad is a daunting task for anyone, but retirees have [...]

On the one hand, Malaysia is a modern, buzzing and cosmopolitan country, with its impressive capital Kuala Lumpur lit up by the bright lights of the iconic Petronas Twin Towers. [...]

IT HAD BEEN 72 MINUTES, AND I WAS LOST. Hovering above a field of pristine table coral that absorbed my attention for the past 30 minutes of the dive, I [...]

Malaysia, Hong Kong, China and Papua New Guinea are attractive travel destinations that have much to offer the avid traveler. The special tourist attractions of these alluring destinations are presented.

Putrajaya located in Malaysia is an ideal example of a planned city with 19-square-mile development and a population projected to be 335,000 by the year 2012 as planned by Malaysia's previous Prime Minister Mahatir Mohamad. His aim was to make Malaysia, which is an Islamic country, into a completely modernized and technologically advanced place while also maintaining its tradition.

There are probably as many reasons to travel as there are travelers. For some it's the food and for others, art. Of course, history buffs are in great number. Photographers […]

AS I SAT AT THE PROW OF THE TINY Barajaya ferry, its weather-worn timbers faded by the sun, the Perhentian islands rose from the sea before me, an oasis of [...]

Since this is in the "Strong Arm of the Dollar" section, I thought I'd relate this quick story. When I arrived at the Shangri-La Tanjong Aru resort, in the Malaysian […]

Twenty-five destinations that provide travelers with much sunshine, especially in winter months, are described. The destinations include Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, Egypt, Thailand, Mali, Morocco, Tunisia and several Caribbean islands.

Brooding rainforested mountains, dazzling white beaches fringing an aquamarine ocean, cities thronging with a rich diversity of cultures and remote sleepy kampongs are just some of the attributes that make [...]

Legends always make fine fodder for tourism marketers to push destinations, but even in Malaysia, where every tree, mountain or lake has a story, Langkawi is unique. This 104-island archipelago [...]

". . . traveling the east coast is for the most part an adventure for the intrepid traveler" is Fodor's introduction to the section on Eastern Peninsular Malaysia in his […]

Travelling in Asia has become a lot cheaper due to the economic crisis. Hotels, fares and souvenirs are cheaper because of devalued Asian currencies. However, the increasing social unrest in the region caused by the crisis should serve as warning to travelers.

The Asian country of Malaysia has a large diversity of ethnic groups that live together very peacefully, largely united by the nation's magnificent cuisine. Eating around the nation puts one in touch with its history and diverse cultures.

Malaysia is an interesting mix of the exotic and the cosmopolitan for tourists. Malaysia boasts of unspoiled beaches and natural habitats that complement the skyscrapers and shops in the cities.

Travelling through Malaysia, the tourist can experience its new prosperity, relics of the colonial past, and its traditions. The California-size country is attractive with exotic sights and excellent food. Sites to see include Kuala Lumpur, the Chinese stronghold of Penang, and the Datai resort.

Seven days before the mast of a modern clipper ship in the Far East. We were five days out of Phuket, Thailand, and Singapore-bound, sailing full-and-by down the Straits of […]

As members of Team USA, we were competing for that golden prize in July -- but we weren't at the Olympics in Atlanta. Our three-member team was in Malaysia trying […]

The Pacific Asia Travel Association offers information on the World Wide Web or through its San Francisco, CA, headquarters on travel to its 41 member nations. Included are descriptions of attractions in Indonesia, Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, Thailand, Korea and Malaysia.

We timed our trip to Singapore and Malaysia from June 1 to June 16, 1995, to allow us to include the famous dragon boat races held on Singapore's Sentosa Island. […]

We were steaming in the bridge-deck jacuzzi, champagne glasses in hand, when I spied the dragon. Legend has it that Malaysia's Tioman Island was discovered by a dragon princess who […]

Malaysia has long been known as a tourist destination waiting to be discovered, with miles of sandy beaches, hills, jungles and mountains. Industry analysts have been expecting Malaysia's tourist industry to boom since 1984 but this has not materialised and the country has failed to sell itself as a tourist destination. However, more vigorous marketing by the national tourism board and the private sector may finally reap results. The Malaysian Promotion Tourism Board is targeting 7.8 million foreign visitors in 1994.

The coos, trills and jungle-piercing whistles of the animal concert mix with small talk as the main of the passengers congregate on the platform of the rear observation car to […]

Malaysia contains a varied mix of cultures, food, religions and lifestyles. Over 40 languages are spoken by the 17 million residents, who live along the coast and are separated by jungle. Several cites are described.

Are you a business traveller who's always on the am for errands and meetings? While half of our readers said that in order to relax they added a vacation onto [...]

CHARLOTTE YATES, PROJECT MANAGER, PRINCIPAL GLOBAL EVENTS For a relaxing incentive destination, we recommend the west coast of Malaysia, in particular Langkawi or Penang. Both are beautiful destinations for incentives [...]

Jack Carter explores Malaysia's intoxicating mix of culture, relaxation, nature and wild incentive options. ADRENALINE INCENTIVES IN KUALA LUMPUR The Malaysian capital is brimming with ingredients to make it one [...]

The countries of Asia, the Orient and the South Pacific offer an exciting diversity of cultures, climates and scenic attractions. The following is a summary of selected highlights in some […]

Thai silk merchant Jim Thompson disappeared in the Malaysian jungle in 1967 and was never heard from again. A trip through the Cameron Highlands area results in a scenic, educational trip; but produced no evidence from the elusive Thompson.

Business may be better if you take a break. The logistics are simple, providing they are attended to before the work ethic overwhelms, writes Karen Winton Business travel and leisure […]

What are the hot new destinations and travel trends in the Asia/Pacific region? Where will clients be clamoring to go in the not-so-distant future? To get the answers to these […]

Traveling in the Pacific Rim countries can be exotic and exciting. Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Bali, Australia and New Zealand are explored.

Inviting Malaysia: picturesque and friendly Last year was "Visit Malaysia Year," and I decided to do just that. I am glad I did, for Malaysia is one of the friendliest […]

A writer's experiences in traveling to Kampung Serterpa, Malaysia is presented. The locals bill the place as 'the Islamic City' where conservative Islamic rules are imposed on Muslim residents. The city is also the stronghold of the Parti Islam se-Malaysia.

Far enough off the beaten path to still be an adventure, Malaysia's east coast offers travelers a chance to visit traditional villages, shop for locally made crafts, and swim from […]

Eldertreks (597 Markham St., Toronto, ON M6G 2L7, Canada; phone 800/741-7956 or visit www.eldertreks.com) hosted my 20-day trip to BORNEO, Malaysia. It cost $2,195, not including international air; my total [...]

Malaysian tour operators claim that their country enjoys the best of all possible worlds. It is a multicultural haven with the beaches and cities to rival those of its neighbours [...]

MALAYSIA No Sleep 'Til Kuching Ben Chapman thinks this blissful Borneo spot is tops in southeast Asian adventure I'm sitting on the floor of an Iban longhouse in Borneo, shoving [...]

The Desaru Coast development--a huge multi-faceted tourism enclave along a 17-kilometre beachfront--is close to completion in Johor state. The development will include three high-end resort properties, conference and leisure facilities, [...]

BECAUSE THIS IS ASIA 3.0 There are a million amazing places to visit on the other side of the Pacificwe devoted the entire April issue to Asia, after all (for [...]