Malaysia

Bayan Lepas area on Penang Island at dusk

The Best Places to Stay in Penang, Malaysia | Hostels, Hotels & Airbnbs

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Planning a trip through Malaysia and want to know the best places to stay in Penang? Well, look no further, because I've put together the ultimate Penang accommodation guide with the best areas, hostels, hotels, luxury resorts, and Airbnbs…
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A Backpacker’s Guide To The Perhentian Islands

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Planning a backpacking or budget travel trip to the Perhentian Islands!?  Well, look no further, because I'm here to help!  I've visited this little slice of paradise in Malaysia on numerous different occasions now, and it's slowly…

The Ultimate Guide to Pulau Kapas, Malaysia

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Pulau Kapas is one of the most beautiful and relaxing places you will ever visit.  It's truly an island paradise that has a strange power to keep you there longer than you planned on staying.  It's not a rich and glamorous place with tons…

The 15 Best Places To Party in South-East Asia

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Looking for the best places to party in South-East Asia? You've come to the right place... Whether you move over here to teach English, book a short vacation, or embark on long-term backpacking trip -- you are going to fall…
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The 5 Best Hostels in Langkawi, Malaysia

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Looking for the best hostels in Langkawi?  I'm here to help! While Langkawi has long been a resort destination popular with families and couples...backpackers are catching on to all the island has to offer- including laid back vibes, turquoise…

MALAYSIA Travel Guide: Trip Highlights, Itineraries, & Tips

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Welcome to Malaysia! Malaysia is an amazing and diverse country that has something to offer everyone.  If you're looking for amazing food, gorgeous islands, and beautiful landscapes -- Malaysia is a destination you should highly consider…

Kuala Lumpur to Bangkok Overland: Backpacking Trip Itinerary

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One of the most common routes for backpacking in South-East Asia is traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Bangkok overland.  It's an absolute amazing trip with tons of incredible places to see along the way!  From starting out this…

The Perhentian Islands: Perfectly Picturesque [Photo Essay]

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Welcome to Paradise... This was my second time to the Perhentian Islands, and it was a very last minute.  I was in the Cameron Highlands, and had no idea where to go next. The price to get to Taman Negara (a short bus ride away) was a staggering…

A Backpacker’s Guide to the Cameron Highlands, Malaysia

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The Cameron Highlands is a stunning hill station in central peninsular Malaysia, and has become a popular destination for backpackers in South-East Asia. Roughly the size of Singapore, the Cameron Highlands covers a large stretch of land, and…

A Weekend Trip to Tioman Island, Malaysia

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After the brutal weather causing floods in Myanmar, my friends and I decided that it might not be the best time to visit there.  Despite already paying for one flight, entrance visas, and two nights at a hotel; we agreed that it would still…