Malaysia

Malaysia isn’t necessarily known for its beaches, often falling by the wayside due to the beautiful beaches of nearby Thailand and Indonesia, so it’s not a traditional go-to beach destination.

Multicultural Malaysia is home to a stunning array of sights and sounds that will entice and awe any lucky visitor to this beautiful tropical country.

Lying just off the coast of mainland Malaysia, the gorgeous island of Langkawi is a breathtakingly beautiful place to visit, and it fully deserves its nickname ‘the Jewel of Kedah.

The Malaysian paradise island of Langkawi is a perfect combination of white sandy beaches, clear turquoise waters, thick luscious jungle and mountainous landscapes.

The name of Malaysia’s capital and largest city translates to “muddy confluence”, though the city today is instead a confluence of old and new cultures, of Buddhism and Islam, and of many global languages.

The country of Malaysia is is divided into two main geographical regions, commonly known as Peninsular Malaysia (or West Malaysia) and Malaysian Borneo (East Malaysia).

Malaysia is a country of two halves. There’s Peninsular Malaysia in the west, East Malaysia making up Northern Borneo to the east, and a host of islands in between.

Many travelers are surprised to learn that Malaysia isn’t one big landmass. Instead, it is made up of two distinct sections.

With a long and fascinating history, Malaysia is home to an intoxicating mix of different cultures and people – this is what makes its cities so fascinating to explore.

Covering a vast swathe of territory in Peninsular Malaysia, Taman Negara is the largest and most popular national park in the country.

Located in Southeast Asia, the country of Malaysia is known for its many exotic islands that feature stunning beaches, tropical rainforests and diverse cultures.

The country of Malaysia, located in Southeast Asia, is an incredible mixing pot of cultures.

Surrounded by sparkling, turquoise waters that shimmer and shine in the sun next to their wealth of beautiful beaches, the jungle-coated Perhentian Islands really do make for an island paradise.

The northern third of the island of Borneo comprises East Malaysia which is divided into two states. To the east and sitting on the most northerly tip of the island is Sabah.

Lying on the northwest coast of Borneo, the Malaysian city of Kota Kinabalu is an increasingly popular tourist destination, and it is easy to see why.