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This is where I write about places around Malaysia – a travel blog to help you discover Malaysia from a local perspective, bringing you closer to the enchanting nature, unique culture, generational customs, and diverse community.

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Soak In These Best Rooftop Pools In Kuala Lumpur (2025)

Looking for the best rooftop pools in Kuala Lumpur for a refreshing urban treat? The rooftop pools i…

‘Belly Dancing’ Through KL’s Back Alleys: A Chef’s Tour Review

As I walked alongside our lovely guide, Kiran, the sight of the street food in Kuala Lumpur made my …

17 Best Night Markets In KL Not To Be Missed!

Malaysia is known as a place for a multicultural feast. If you’re in town for a day or two, head ove…

Best Beaches In Borneo: 25 Amazing Beaches To Visit

Are you looking for the best beaches in Borneo for your next tropical beach escape? Let’s start with…

How to Spend 24 Hours In Kuala Lumpur

When my husband’s friend, Aimeric, a handsome Frenchman as tall as any coconut tree on the eas…

What A Day Tour Taman Negara Sg Relau Looks Like

Are you wondering what you could do for a day trip from Kuala Lumpur? Well, I suggest you go on a da…

Selective Focus Photography of Pink Hibiscus Flower

Malaysia en un coup d’oeil

More Details

Official Language

Bahasa Malaysia

Timezone

(GMT+08:00) Kuala Lumpur, Singapore

Electricity

Type G (Irish/British 3-pin)

Currency

Ringgit (MYR)

Life Lately – Blog

‘Belly Dancing’ Through KL’s Back Alleys: A Chef’s Tour Review

As I walked alongside our lovely guide, Kiran, the sight of the street food in Kuala Lumpur made my tummy growl. The aromatic smell of fried bananas filled the air, accompanied by the sight of colorful fruits and the local vendors stirring big jars of drinks by the roadside—everything looked tasty. But I promised Kiran […]

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What A Day Tour Taman Negara Sg Relau Looks Like

Are you wondering what you could do for a day trip from Kuala Lumpur? Well, I suggest you go on a day tour of Taman Negara from Merapoh. Taman Negara (a Malay word meaning National Park) is one of the oldest rainforests in the world. With its pristine, untouched jungle, it is highly sought after […]

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Longhouse in Sarawak – What it’s like living with Bidayuh tribe

Living and visiting a Sarawak longhouse was a unique and enriching experience. It offered a deep dive into the culture and traditions of the Bidayuh Tribe, one of the many fascinating ethnic groups in the Land of the Hornbills. The beauty of Sarawak lies in people of various backgrounds and ethnicities. Each tribe paints a […]

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Hidden Gems in Malaysia

This is where I feature some of the fun quirky stuff I did around Malaysia.

Living a Local Bidayuh Life – Annah Rais

Explore what longhouses are all about
Grasping the idea of head hunting
Learn how to ‘kill‘ by sumpit (blowguns)

How I Survived White Water Rafting

Surviving WWR with a high fever
Understand the different levels of WWR
Exclusive access to the infamous washing machine

Reasons to Visit Malaysia

Here are some of the reasons to consider including Malaysia in your upcoming trip, getaway, or sabbatical leave in Southeast Asia.

Endless Choices of Food

Whether you’re a foodie or someone who just loves to try out new cuisines, Malaysia is the perfect place to go on food hunting.

Multiracial Country

The place where you’ll find the definition of what is meant by ‘Malaysia Truly Asia’. Come and see for yourself 😉

We Speak English

Most of us grew up with at least 2 to 3 languages, and English is one of them. So, don’t worry about navigating your way here!

Beautiful Sandy Island Beaches

Simply google island beaches in Malaysia, and you’ll understand what I’m talking about. No words can describe how beautiful they are.

Orang Utans & Mount Kinabalu

Two things that you shall not miss while you’re in Malaysia.

Architectural Designs & Buildings

Experience the imagination and expertise of the workers and builders back on the days by visiting our historical monuments and buildings nationwide.