Kuala Lumpur
Visitors to Kuala Lumpur usually say one thing: it is nothing like they expected. It is a city with many facets and surprises, both good and bad, for the first-time visitor. Scattered throughout are tall buildings that include those towering metal ambassadors we call the KL Twin Towers. But beyond the facade of modernity, Kuala Lumpur or KL as it’s affectionately called, is a hodge-podge of cultural influences. Despite its status as the nation’s capital, you can still find nooks in the city that feel…
8 Desserts To Try In Kuala Lumpur: Part II
e can't do justice to the food experience in Kuala Lumpur if we do not highlight our favourite choices for desserts too. For the sweet-toothed among us, here are some of our local desserts to fix that craving. Here, we take you through choices 5 to 8. Click here for Top 8 Desserts To Try In Kuala Lumpur,…
Where To Stay: On The Cheap
It is very easy to find a cheap hotel or a backpacker’s place in Kuala Lumpur, but the question here is do you want to? Safety comes at a premium in this city, unfortunately. Cheap one-star hotels are often used as places for quickies or places for sex workers to engage clients. Still, if you’re…
Where To Stay: Midrange Tastes
Midrange stays in Kuala Lumpur means staying in hotels that don’t allow customers to rent rooms by the hour, while also not being so expensive that you end up eating nothing but instant cup noodles. With these hotels comes the offer of simple creature comforts without breaking the bank.
Where To Stay: Living Luxury
If comfort and convenience matter to you but the price doesn’t, Kuala Lumpur easily caters to your whims and fancies. Every major hotel chain has a presence in the city, with most clustering around the city centre. At your very doorstep, you would have access to the best the city has to offer not just…
Where To Stay: A General Guide
Whether you're in Kuala Lumpur for a night or for more extended stays, you won't have trouble finding something that will suit either your situation or budget. Unless you absolutely have your heart set on a particular hotel, Kuala Lumpur can be very accommodating for all travellers. Safe, suitable lodgings can be easily procured and…
A Quick Guide To Shopping In Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur, and perhaps nearly the entire Klang Valley, could easily be traversed by hopping from one mall to another. While the streets of Kuala Lumpur are very pedestrian-unfriendly, the shopping malls of the city make it so you don't want to leave them unless for another mall.
Keeping Fit While On Vacation In Kuala Lumpur
Let's face it: When you’re on holiday in a foreign country, or even on a staycation, maintaining your exercise regime is probably the last thing on your mind. But trust me, there will be moments where you’ll be itching to at least do some simple stretches and get your metabolism going after one meal too…
5 Of The Best Drinking Spots In Kuala Lumpur
Fancy a tipple? A nightcap, maybe? Or in the mood for a cocktail? Here are five drinking holes that will not disappoint, havens for the more discerning who know that it isn't just about the drink but the experience.
From One Booklover To Another: Best Reading Nooks & Crannies
here’s an inside joke in my family, where if we were to all go out on an outing, and I am suddenly missing from the group- the first and best place to look for me is in the nearest bookstore. My mom still finds this true to this day, in an age of smartphones and…
Midvalley City: Your One-Stop Shopping & Dining Destination
If you are short on time, need to get some shopping done and pamper yourself at the same time, Midvalley City is probably your answer.
Out & About: A Guide To Seeking The Outdoors In Kuala Lumpur
With the amount of shopping malls and airconditioned cafes in KL, it might be tempting to think that KL is an indoor city, with everything taking place in cool, controlled spaces. Far from it. KL boasts a number of hidden outdoor treasures, perfect for an adventurous tourist willing to literally, take a hike.
Where To Go To Usher In The New Year In Kuala Lumpur
Check out these suggestions for ending this year with a bang!