Malaysia Travel Guide

Preparation

- Visa: Chinese citizens enjoy a 30-day visa-free stay but must fill out the entry card on Malaysia’s electronic immigration card website 3 days in advance.
- Items: Prepare summer clothing, sunscreen, rain gear, common medicines, UK-standard plug adapters, etc.
- Currency and Payment: Bring a suitable amount of Malaysian Ringgit cash; Visa or UnionPay cards are also accepted, and many places support Alipay.
- SIM Card: Can be purchased at the airport or carrier stores in the city, such as Celcom, Maxis, etc.
- Transportation: Download the Grab ride-hailing app for convenient travel.

Recommended Attractions

- Kuala Lumpur: The Petronas Twin Towers are the city’s landmark and great for photos; Kuala Lumpur Tower offers panoramic city views; the National Mosque features grand architecture; Batu Caves is a Hindu temple with many colorful statues; Bukit Bintang is a popular shopping district; Merdeka Square holds historical significance.
- Penang: The City Hall and Bank Street showcase European-style architecture; St. George’s Church is quaint and exquisite; the Peranakan Museum is beautifully designed; Clan Jetties are unique stilt house villages; Penang Hill offers panoramic views of George Town; Batu Ferringhi Beach is perfect for watching sunsets.
- Malacca: The Dutch Red Square is the oldest Dutch-style building in Southeast Asia; Jonker Street is the liveliest area; the Straits Mosque is built on the sea with beautiful scenery.
- Kota Kinabalu: Tanjung Aru Beach is ranked among the world’s top three sunset spots; Sabah University features unique pink scenery; there are also beautiful islands like Mermaid Island and Tiga Island for sea excursions.
- Semporna: Surrounded by beautiful islands such as Kapalai Island and Mabul Island, it is a paradise for diving and island vacations.

Food Recommendations

- Nasi Lemak: Malaysia’s national dish, served with fried fish, dried anchovies, fried peanuts, and a large chicken drumstick, offering rich flavors.
- Char Kway Teow: Penang’s signature stir-fried noodle dish with rice noodles, abalone sauce, scallions, eggs, shrimp, and a smoky wok flavor.
- Roti Canai: Indian flatbread served with chicken or lamb curry, rich in aroma.
- Laksa: Penang laksa is a fish broth noodle soup with a sour and spicy taste.
- Bak Kut Teh: Chinese herbal soup with pork ribs, herbs, and spices, tender and flavorful.

Accommodation Options

- Kuala Lumpur: Recommended to stay near the Petronas Towers, such as the InterContinental Hotel or Wyndham Suites, convenient for travel, shopping, and dining.
- Penang: George Town’s Eastern & Oriental Hotel offers convenient facilities and is close to heritage sites; alternatively, the Shangri-La Hotel by the sea provides sea views and sunsets.
- Kota Kinabalu: Choose hotels near the city’s seaside, like the Shangri-La’s Tanjung Aru Resort, or hotels closer to the departure piers for easy access to the islands.
- Semporna: Town hotels like the Lighthouse Hotel and Puri Hotel are close to the pier and convenient for travel; island resorts such as Kapalai Resort and Mabul Coral Resort offer a relaxing island vacation experience.