Travelogues Malaysia
Vacation in Malaysia : Highlights & Travel Tips
Malaysia is a remarkably diverse destination where modern cities, lush rainforests, tropical islands, and rich multicultural traditions come together in one easy-to-explore country. Travelers are often drawn by the contrast between Kuala Lumpur’s futuristic skyline and places like Penang, Malacca, and Borneo, where heritage streets, colonial architecture, wildlife, and long-standing local cultures create a completely different atmosphere. The country is especially special for food lovers, with Malay, Chinese, Indian, and Indigenous influences shaping some of Southeast Asia’s most varied and memorable cuisine.
Highlights include visiting the Petronas Twin Towers, exploring the street art and hawker food scene in George Town, relaxing on islands such as Langkawi or Perhentian, and heading into Malaysian Borneo for orangutans, Kinabalu views, and dense jungle adventures. Practical travel is relatively straightforward: English is widely spoken in many tourist areas, transport between major cities is convenient, and the country offers options for both budget and luxury travelers. Pack light clothing for the tropical heat, carry rain protection for sudden showers, respect local customs when visiting religious sites, and plan around regional weather patterns since conditions can differ between the peninsula and Borneo.
Best time to travel Malaysia
Based on the popularity data, the best months to visit Malaysia are January, March, April, June, and December, with January standing out as the strongest period. These months appear to offer the best balance of traveler interest and favorable conditions, while September and October are the least popular times to go.
Latest travel reports from Malaysia
Kota Kinabalu, a cosmopolitan city by the sea
Scene change in North Borneo mid-May 2025: from the rather austere Sultanate of Brunei to the lively Malaysian port city of Kota Kinabalu.
Aging Hitchhiker in Borneo
From Kuching, the capital of the Malaysian state of Sarawak, I traveled in three stages 1000 bus kilometers to the Sultanate of Brunei in May 2025.
Head hunters and forest people on Borneo
After my 72nd birthday at the end of April 2025, I traveled to the north of the island of Borneo, encountering a curious chapter of colonial history and orangutans.
In Langkawi slow down the pace
After an exciting journey through Malaysia, I want to slow down and travel for ten days on the island of Langkawi.
Malaysia's many gods
In Malaysia, various religions coexist relatively conflict-free. However, the influence of Islam is also increasing here.
Festhütte and History Book
according to Wikipedia; I admit I have never heard that name before). In the cool shade of the Melaka, Parameswara had the intuition to establish a sultanate and name it after the...
Cool Cameron Highlands
The Cameron Highlands is a fascinating mountain region east of the Malaysian city of Ipoh, featuring holiday resorts, tea plantations, and intact, ancient rainforest and moss...
Penang - an island as a metropolis
The Malaysian island of Penang is extremely densely populated. However, thanks to its fascinating colonial history and the neighborhoods that bear witness to it, it is also on the...
We are on our way.
Departure was on April 6, 2026, at 9:03 AM in Leipzig. We took the train to Frankfurt, and at 9:40 PM, the flight to Singapore departed. The plane landed at 10:05 AM our time,...
10 things no one tells you about travelling solo
Learn the good, the bad, and the ugly of travelling solo with this list, and decide for yourself if you want to continue waiting around for that 1-week holiday in a year's time,...
Hell in Paradise
At least my pictures would show what a great day I've had. No one wants to know that even in paradise, you can have a bad experience. That would simply kill the dream.
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur, a city that tries to attract visitors with the slogan: 'Luxury at affordable prices'. While we had a good time overall, the city fell short of our expectations and,...
Penang
Upon arriving by train, we took the ferry and crossed over to the island to the district of George Town. Everything was very straightforward and well-coordinated. After very...
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur is the second stop in Asia. It was definitely a bit of a culture shock when we arrived. Our highlight was Batu Caves, but we had to watch out for the monkeys. Our...
Sepilok - Orangutan & Sun Bear Sanctuary
16.01.2026 On the way back from the river safari, we made a stop in Sepilok. There is a breeding center for sun bears and one for orangutans. Seeing the orangutans up close was...
www.Kuala Lumpur
www. how-why-where Where do we have to cross the street How do we get across the street Why is it so 'fucking bad' for pedestrians here? S
Lenggong
After Ipoh, we made a detour to Lenggong. This place crossed our path randomly in a travel blog or something like it as a footnote, and hardly anyone we told had ever heard of it....
Kinabatangan River
Kinabatangan River 14.01.26-16.01.26 After Aminu landed in KK on the 12th, we traveled to Sandakan the next day, a city in the east of Sabah. There, we were picked up the...
Langkawi - Ready for the Island!
After many months on the road, we feel ready for an island. Thailand isn't for us; we prefer it quieter. We know the islands along the east coast of Malaysia: the Perhentian...
Cameron Highlands
We continued on - easily by bus over mountain roads with wild curves to Tanah Rata in the so-called Cameron Highlands, named after their British cartographer. This area was only...
Between Heaven and Earth - Georgetown/Penang
Between Heaven and Earth Penang Hill. Breathtaking views over the city of Georgetown, the sea, and across to the mainland greet us after the steep ascent on the cog railway.
Langkawi - Fly, red eagle, fly
Langkawi - you beautiful island up north, on the west side of Malaysia, near the border with Thailand. An interpretation of your name means: 'Island of the reddish-brown eagle'....
Malacca
On a psychedelic space bus, which made any pill-taking unnecessary after 10 minutes of looking at curtains and ceiling decor, we headed towards the Malaysian peninsula. While...
The Adventures of Maxie (in Borneo)
Kuching (the city of cats)
Back in KL
30.12.25-02.01.26 We went back to Kuala Lumpur over New Year’s and rented a place in one of the many skyscrapers. The rooftop Infinite Pool was nice, but we expected the...
Georgetown & Penang Island
December 25-30, 2025 We spent a few days in Georgetown on Penang Island. Lots of street art, music, and tourists in the island's capital. We took a trip to the Kek Lok Si Temple,...
Welcome, Malaysia! Good day Georgtown, Penang
Welcome to Malaysia! Don't forget to smile! No, Malaysia, I won't. I'm doing just fine :-) After a night and 1000 kilometers by train, we arrive - and I'm happy, excited. Malaysia...
Our culinary city tour with Rachel ....
.... was a great experience that further enhanced the already beautiful impression of George Town. During the tour, we were not only well-informed about the culinary scene but...
George Town is a dream
We are at a loss for words, George Town in Malaysia - located on Penang Island - is simply unbelievably beautiful: colorful, diverse, and varied, vibrant, by the sea, and...
Cameron Highlands
22.12.-25.12.25: Cameron Highlands Next, we dashed into the mountains that stretch across the center of the Malay Peninsula. Here in the Cameron Highlands, there are tea...