Archive for the ‘General’ Category

Malaysia Islands and Beaches

Posted by pktan on Aug 6th, 2007
File Under: About Malaysia

Malaysia Islands and Beaches: Pulau Manukan @ Tunku Abdual Rahman Park - Sabah
Come experience the enchantment of Malaysia’s idyllic islands and golden beaches.

“experience the enchantment of Malaysia’s idyllic islands and golden beaches”

Malaysia a land of friendly people and a nation blessed with natural wonders, welcomes you. Bordered by Thailand to the north and Singapore [...]


Malaysia Money

Posted by pktan on May 1st, 2007
File Under: General

Malaysia Money Changer Booths
Malaysia Money
Malaysia money is the Ringgit Malaysia (RM). Malaysia Money is issued in denominations of RM1, RM2, RM5, RM10, RM20, RM50, RM100, RM500, and RM1000. One ringgit is equal to 100 sen. Coins come in denominations of 1, 5, 10, 20, and 50 sen, and there’s also a 1-ringgit coin.
Don’t buy Malaysia [...]


Malaysia Music

Posted by pktan on May 1st, 2007
File Under: About Malaysia

Geographically, Malaysia is as diverse as its culture. There are two parts to the country, 11 states in the peninsula of Malaysia and two states on the northern part of Borneo. The mix of cultural influences in Malaysia is the result of centuries of immigration and trade with the outside world, particularly with Arab nations, [...]


Malaysia Public and School Holidays 2008

Posted by pktan on Nov 10th, 2007
File Under: General

National Public Holidays | State Public Holidays | School Holidays
National Public Holidays 2008
1 January (Tues) New Year’s Day **
10 January (Thurs) Awal Muharam (Maal Hijrah)
7 & 8 February(Thurs & Fri) Chinese New Year
20 March (Thurs) Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday
1 May (Thurs) Labour Day
19 May (Mon) Wesak Day
7 June (Sat) Birthday of SPB Yang di-Pertuan [...]


Malaysia Student Pass / Student VISA

Posted by pktan on Jan 4th, 2008
File Under: About Malaysia

Any foreigner who wishes to study in Malaysia is required to obtain Student Pass. Application has to be made through the respective Educational Institution prior entry.

At present, there are over 500 higher educational institutions in Malaysia but only about 200 of these institutions are given permission to recruit international students.
It is important for international students [...]


Malaysia Travel Articles Submission

Posted by pktan on Aug 2nd, 2007
File Under: General

Malaysia is an amazing country with profound history, colorful culture and beautiful landscape and is one of the most pleasant, hassle-free countries to visit in Asia.
Where have you got your most unforgettable travel memory? Maybe the breathing-taking Mt Kinabalu; maybe the majestic Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur; maybe the delicious local snacks; or [...]


Malaysia Travel Insurance

Posted by pktan on Aug 2nd, 2007
File Under: General

Travel Insurance - Quick Links
1.Why you should buy travel insurance
2.How to choose a travel insurance policy
3.What kind of losses can you claim from your travel insurance
4.What kinds of losses are not covered by travel insurance
5.Criteria needed to fulfill to be eligible for travel insurance
6.What should you do in the event of an emergency
7.How to make [...]


Malaysia Vacation

Posted by pktan on May 30th, 2007
File Under: About Malaysia, Questions

Map of Malaysia
Why a Malaysia Vacation?
A Malaysia vacation is high on the list for many travelers, and recent surveys shows that a Malaysia vacation is one the top travel choices. There’s an endless range of attractions and activities on a Malaysia vacation that cater for the cosmopolitan shopper, cultural enthusiast, historical buff and nature-lover. [...]


Malaysia Visa Requirements

Posted by pktan on May 14th, 2007
File Under: General

Malaysia Map

For Malaysia Student Pass / Student VISA information : Refer to this http://travelmalaysiaguide.com/student-pass-visa/
Here’s the list of Foreign Embassies and Consulates in Malaysia.
No Malaysia Visa Requirements

There is no Malaysia visa requirements for citizens of The Commonwealth countries (except Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Nigeria), and British protected persons or citizens of the Republic [...]


Malaysia Weather and Climate

Posted by pktan on Jan 14th, 2008
File Under: About Malaysia

Question: I am planning a trip to Malaysia in 2008 - Can you let me know when is the monsoon season, and how is the climate and weather like in Malaysia.

Answer: The principal differences of climate within Malaysia are those arising from difference of altitude and the exposure of the coastal lowlands to the two [...]


Meaning of Buddha Images

Posted by pktan on Jun 1st, 2007
File Under: Special

Nearly every Malaysia Buddha image is made in one of these postures which one can easily be identified by the position of the hands. Each of these positions can be associated with a moment in the Buddha’s life that has an important lesson.
Dispelling Fear
The Buddha hand is raised with the palm facing outwards and fingers [...]


Mention Travel Malaysia Guide

Posted by pktan on May 6th, 2007
File Under: General

I ask you to mention Malaysia Travel Guide when you contact hotels, restaurants, travel agencies, tour companies and other travel establishments. Why?
Because it empowers me to help you.
I choose carefully the travel services described on Malaysia Travel Guide (MTG) so that you’ll have a good experience when you use them. I want MTG to be [...]


More things to see in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Posted by pktan on May 14th, 2007
File Under: General

If you have the time, these additional Kuala Lumpur sights are well worth visiting (not in any order of importance or preference).
(See Recommended Itineraries for suggested daily sightseeing programs, including Kuala Lumpur in One Day and Two/Three Days in Kuala Lumpur.)
KLCC Aquria
The largest aquarium in the world featuring over 5,000 aquatic and marine animal exhibits [...]


My Taman Negara Experience

Posted by pktan on Aug 3rd, 2007
File Under: General

IT is said that “when one door closes, another opens”. This saying may well apply to Taman Negara, Malaysia’s premier National Park, a 4,343 sq km reserve of tropical rainforest some 130 millions years old.
To reduce the detrimental impact of too many tourist arrivals and over-development of infrastructure, a new gateway into the park [...]


Myanmar Cyclone Disaster Relief

Posted by pktan on May 8th, 2008
File Under: General

In wake of the Myanmar cyclone disaster, we urge everyone to do their part in anyway they can for those people who need our help in Myanmar.
Join the recovery efforts mobilizing around the world to assist cyclone victims in Myanmar. Your donation to either of these organizations will help survivors of the cyclone and [...]