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Central Malaysia
Best time to visit Malaysia: a month-by-month guide
When to visit Malaysia: how the two monsoons work, which coasts are best each month, and the festivals and holidays to …

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Malaysia with kids: a family travel guide
Why Malaysia is great for families, the best places and activities for kids, and practical tips on heat, food, transport …

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Getting around Malaysia: flights, trains, buses and more
How to travel around Malaysia by plane, train, bus, car and boat, with tips on booking, Grab, Touch 'n Go and getting to …

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Malaysia packing list: what to bring and what to leave
What to pack for Malaysia: clothes for heat, rain and temples, the right plug, health and island essentials, and what …

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Malaysian festivals: a year of celebrations
Chinese New Year, Hari Raya, Thaipusam, Deepavali, Gawai and more: what Malaysia's big festivals are, when they happen …

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Malaysian food: what to eat and how to order
A beginner's guide to Malaysian food: the dishes to try, how hawker centres work, how to order drinks like a local, and …

Northern Malaysia
Penang food guide: what to eat and where
A guide to Penang's famous hawker food: the dishes to try, breakfast versus night food, the best hawker areas, and how …

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First time in Malaysia: practical tips
Money, getting around, SIM cards, what to wear and a few local habits worth knowing before your first trip to Malaysia.