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Malaysia
Multicultural food cities and rainforest just beyond the skyline.
Malaysia blends Malay, Chinese, and Indian food cultures in Kuala Lumpur's shadow of the Petronas Towers, with rainforest, Penang's colonial streets, and Borneo's wildlife a short flight away.
Capital
Kuala Lumpur
Currency
Malaysian ringgit
Timezone
MYT (UTC+8)
Daily budget
~$60/day
Language
English
Best seasons
Dry season (Dec–Feb, most regions)
Safety
Generally safe with normal city precautions in Kuala Lumpur.
Getting around
KL's LRT/MRT is efficient; AirAsia connects the peninsula and Borneo cheaply.
Internet & SIM
Airport SIM counters are inexpensive; e-wallets widely accepted in cities.