✈️ Business Trip with a Local

✈️ Business Trip with a Local Twist: Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia 🇲🇾

Duration: 2 Days 1 Night
Purpose: Business + Light Sightseeing
Accommodation: DJ Citi Plaza Hotel & Suites

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📅 Day 1 – Arrival & Evening City Walk

My business trip brought me to Kuala Terengganu, a charming coastal city rich in culture and local flavors.

After completing my work duties, I took a peaceful evening walk along Pesisir Payang — a scenic waterfront promenade with beautiful sunset views. It’s a great place to unwind after a busy day.

🍽️ Food Highlight:
I tried the famous rojak ayam from a local stall — large portion, flavorful sauce, and a satisfying mix of textures. Highly recommended!

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📅 Day 2 – Chinatown & Local Delights

Finished my work in the morning and headed to Chinatown in the afternoon. A quick tip: most shops and kopitiams (local coffee shops) close after lunch, so visiting in the morning is ideal to fully enjoy the area.

🍜 What I Ate:
• Seafood mee hoon soup – fresh ingredients and flavorful broth.
• Local coffee and snacks – the perfect way to relax before heading back.
• Bought some keropok lekor (traditional fish crackers) — a must-buy local snack!

⏱️ After lunch, it was time to return home. Short trip, but full of discoveries.

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🏨 Hotel Review: DJ Citi Plaza Hotel & Suites
• ⭐ Great location — walking distance to Chinatown, local markets & eateries
• 🛏️ Clean, spacious, and comfortable rooms
• 💼 Ideal for short business or leisure stays

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🍴 Food Recommendations
• Yin Yin Café – Popular for pork and seafood noodles
• On The Way Kopitiam – Wide variety of local dishes and excellent keropok lekor

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📌 Travel Tip

If you have extra time, consider extending your stay for a quick island getaway!
• 🏝️ Redang Island
• 🏝️ Perhentian Islands
Both offer crystal-clear waters, snorkeling, and unforgettable beach experiences just a short boat ride away.

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💬 Final Thoughts

Kuala Terengganu may be a small city, but it’s rich in charm, culture, and flavors. Whether you’re here for work or leisure, it’s worth taking time to explore its hidden gems. I’ll definitely be back — next time, with my beachwear packed

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