Lonely Planet - Malaysia
Malaysia is one of the most pleasant, hassle-free countries to visit in southeast Asia. It's buoyant and wealthy, and has moved towards a pluralist culture based on a vibrant and interesting fusion of Malay, Chinese, Indian and indigenous cultures and customs.

Get Packing - Malaysia
Located in South East Asia, the beautiful and varied country of Malaysia is for many people the quintessential oriental destination, and offers a great deal to the traveller: The capital city Kuala Lumpur is a bustling, fast paced metropolis with architecture that can enthral and dazzle, and thousands of shops and small markets where you can pick up some of the best bargains in the whole region; the main island resorts of Penang and Langkawi are relaxing places to laze on a beach or even soak up the rich local culture in the stunning temples that dot the islands; in tropical Borneo, travellers find themselves wandering through majestic rain forests with the chance to encounter fantastic wildlife including orang-utans.

Holiday Lettings - Malaysia
Malaysia has everything from the skyscrapers of Kuala Lumpur to the beaches and temples of Penang. Penang offers a fascinating cultural fusion and colourful festivals. The culture here is a wonderful mixture – and the people are unforgettably welcoming. Langkawi is known for its shopping and excellent beaches whilst East Malaysia – on the coast of Borneo - has spectacular wildlife and the amazing Mount Kinabulu.