Health insurance is recommended. Government and private hospitals are found in all the main cities and can deal with major medical needs, but all charge for treatments. Standards are generally higher at private hospitals – the Association of Private Hospitals of Malaysia (www.hospitals-malaysia.org) has a list of member hospitals. In an emergency, dial 999.
Food and drink:

Food is one of the highlights of any trip to Malaysia, but a little caution is required as standards of hygiene can vary. Restaurants are usually fine, and you should also be safe at street stalls and night markets where the food is prepared freshly on the premises. Only eat well-cooked meat and fish and avoid places where food has been left lying around in the open air. Avoid ice cream and other unpasteurised dairy products as they may have been defrosted and refrozen.

Tap water in larger cities is usually safe, but most people prefer to drink bottled water. Elsewhere, all water should be regarded as being potentially contaminated – stick to water that has been boiled or sterilised. Be wary of ice as it may have been prepared using contaminated water. Milk is unpasteurised and should be boiled – milk used in tea has normally been boiled or treated.
Other risks:

Malaria and Hepatitis A and C are present in Malaysia and Hepatitis B is also widespread, though the risk to travellers is low. Outbreaks of dengue fever, Japanese encephalitis and meningococcal meningitis occur in both urban and rural areas, but are rare in Kuala Lumpur, Penang and coastal resorts. Rabies is present; if bitten by monkeys or dogs, seek immediate medical attention. There have been several outbreaks of avian influenza since 2004 but no human fatalities.

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The tribal history of Malaysia dates back 40,000 years, but Hindu and Buddhist kingdoms spread out across the peninsula from the third century BC onwards. Islam arrived with Indian and Arab traders in the 13th century and Malacca was established as the seat of the first Malay sultanate. Over the following centuries, Islamic dynasties spread their faith across the peninsula and surrounding islands.

The Dutch and Portuguese were the first colonial powers to establish trading posts in Malaysia, but the British took an increasingly dominant role from the 18th century onwards. In 1857, the port cities of Georgetown (Penang) and Malacca were joined by a new city in the jungle-cloaked interior. Founded by Chinese tin miners, Kuala Lumpur grew to become first a provincial capital, and later the capital of the nation.

Established in 1895, the Federated Malay States remained under British colonial control until the Japanese invasion in WWII, after which time the 11 states were reinvented as a British protectorate and rebranded as the Federation of Malaya. From 1948 to 1960, the country faced a violent Communist uprising, known as the Emergency, which drove a wedge between the Malay and Chinese populations.

After a series of complicated negotiations, the Federation merged with Singapore and the former British colonies of Sarawak and Sabah, to form modern Malaysia, which came into existence on 16 September 1963. With power concentrated amongst Muslim Malays, Chinese-dominated Singapore seceded to become an independent state in 1965, leaving Malaysia in its present form.

Since Independence, Malaysia has grown into one of the powerhouse economies of south-east Asia, despite a number of national crises, most significantly the Asian financial crisis of 1997. The political situation is still volatile, with internal power struggles between the main political parties, and unresolved tensions between Malay, Indian and Chinese citizens. The election of Abdullah Ahmad Badawi in 2004 promised a new era of political reform, but power remains concentrated within the Malay community.

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Accommodation in Malaysia is not a problem at all. Here the cities and major towns have a wide range of accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets. The world class hotels in Malaysia has made it very convenient for the travelers who are looking for luxury as well as elegance.



This doesn't mean that accommodation in Malaysia is only for luxury travelers. Here you will also find tribal longhouses as well apart from lodges and guesthouses as well. You will get here good value for money, and even the luxurious five star hotels are available at amazing price of US$50 if booked in advance.

Some of the accommodation in Malaysia which you can try out are Concorde hotel which is one the luxurious hotels of Malaysia. Located one-hour drive from the Kuala Lumpur International Airport it is a 19-story hotel in close proximity to Putra World Trade Center, Malaysia Tourism Center, Suria KLCC Shopping Center, Petronas Twin Towers and Kuala Lumpur Tower

Then another option for accommodation in Malaysia is the Pan Pacific hotel with impeccable leisure and business facilities. This hotel is located just 55 minutes from Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The choice doesn't end here only there is also the Ferringhi Beach Hotel nestled on the picturesque Batu Ferringhi beach in the city of Penang. Also known for their quality services and gracious hospitality as well as opulence are Cyberjaya Hotels, Putrajaya Hotels, Mines Resort Hotels, Petaling Jaya Hotels, Shah Alam Hotels, Bangi Hotels and Klang here you will get facilities like swimming pools, health spa ,well equipped gym, business centers.

There is scope for budget accommodation in Malaysia as well as there are budget hotels here like JFK Inn, Floral Park Motor Lodge, East Norwich Inn, Anchor Inn, Howard Johnson Express Inn . thus staying here is quite convenient as it perfectly suits your preferences and budgets.

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Those who are visiting Singapore want to visit and enjoy the sights of neighbouring places like KL, Malacca and others. Well......there is no scope for any problem for such visits as there are a lot of means of transportation between these places. You can enjoy your visit more if you take a bus to travel.  These cities are very well-connected by road, by train and also by air. With so many options to travel from one city to another it becomes confusing to choose the best possible method of going from one city to another.

You will realize that though there are so many methods of travelling, but one very common method of travelling from Singapore to Malacca is by bus. The bus service between these two cities is excellent. You can get many types of bus service. If you want an ordinary bus you can get an ordinary bus, but if you want to get top of the class luxury bus you can get that as well. The choice is yours.

The bus stops at certain places in between the two cities. You can use the restrooms here and also have meal at the rest places. They serve tasty tempting meal to the passengers. You can take a bus that boards only 27 passengers. These buses are luxury coaches and have all the facilities that you can think of. They have laptop charging points and provide meal in between the travel time.  There is a steward on board the bus who helps the passengers and looks after them. The seats are reclining and are very comfortable. You can easily sleep off you want to.

As the bus from Singapore to Malacca travels from one city to other you will realize that the view is awesome. You will be truly mesmerized with the view offered by the bus window; you won’t even realize how the time will pass. It is a very relaxing journey that can be undertaken at any times of the day as the bust generally is at the interval of almost every hour.

Once you have travelled by bus Singapore to KL you won’t choose any other mode of transport.

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You can travel in lot of ways from Singapore to Malacca......you can travel by air, by taxi, by your own car or a rented car. You have so many options, but the best way to travel is by bus.

There are a variety of bus from Singapore to Malacca on a daily basis and they are real value-for-money. Though, the price is very low the buses are very comfortable and are mostly air-conditioned. Definitely recommended for Malacca bound tourists you can try them out the next time when you are in this part of the world.

If you're visiting Singapore for the first time, you may be surprised at the number of bus services running into Malacca from Singapore. If you are going from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur by bus, there are two routes. One way is via the traditional Woodlands Checkpoint in Singapore, which then brings you into Malaysia via Johor Bahru. The other is via the Tuas Second Link. There are a large number of buses travelling from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur or other destinations in Malaysia. Now, it is useful to know the major bus operators as follows:

It is true that more money you pay, the better and faster your trip into Malaysia. Moreover, the   expensive buses tend to leave on time and also use the peaceful Second Link. They also don't stop along the way. The cheap buses tend to leave late, use the slower route.

If you book early so that you get the best choice in the seat, during peak times it is very difficult to get seat in the bus of your choice if you are late in booking.  During peak times like Friday and Sunday evening and the Chinese New Year period is a busy time at the immigration checkpoints.

You have to know the immigration processes as well. All buses will make two stops - one at the Singapore immigration and one at the Malaysian immigration. At both immigration checkpoints, you should come down the bus with all your luggage, pass through passport control and also the customs, and then board the bus again.

A bus is one of the most convenient modes of transport into Malaysia, not to mention the cheapest. So if you're thinking of doing a day trip into Malaysia from Singapore – travelling by bus is certainly one option to consider.

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Vacation is one of the best outings for all the people, that too the California tour should not be missed by anyone. The tours of California are the best leader in affordable luxury travel. Tours of California offers a supreme escorted tour for the eight itineraries. There are many places to visit in these eight days but some special places grab the people’s heart in such cases the most favorite places for the peoples are

Golden Gate Bridge - The Golden Gate Bridge had the longest suspension bridge main span in the world, at 4,200 feet (1,280.2 m). Since 1964, its main span length has been surpassed by eight other bridges. However, it still has the second longest main span in the United States, after the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge in New York City. This is the best spot for the tourist peoples.

California Wine Country – This is the boom in the tourism, this place is not only for the wine tasting people can enjoy the hiking, bicycling, hot air ballooning, and historic sites, as well as the extensive culinary choices. Besides this it is also known for it hot springs baths, petrified forests and other natural areas.

I hope these favorite places will end the tour with comfortable travel and happy experience. The packages are considered with attention and concern to take you unforgettable destinations. Contact "Comprehensive Californian" portal and enjoy the tourism in your lifestyle.

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Malaysia is a country of striking natural beauty situated in Southeast Asia, with some of the most superb beaches, mountains and national parks in the world. It consists of thirteen states that are divided into two geographical regions that are separated by the South China Sea.

Malaysia has a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural society and is one of the most pleasant, hassle-free countries to visit in Southeast Asia. Contemporary Malaysian society is mainly dominated by the Malay (local) people, but there is a substantial Chinese, Indian and European minority. The official religion is Islam.

Its year round sunshine ensures Malaysia’s growing tourism and it is fast becoming one of the most popular travel destinations in the world. While it does get torrential seasonal rain, this should not turn you off this paradise. Its rainfall is very seasonal and typical of any equatorial climate.

Travelling by air to Malaysia can be very inexpensive with one of the world’s leading low cost carrier, Air Asia, based there. Once you arrive in Malaysia your luxury holiday immediately begins. The high-speed express will get you into Kuala Lumpur in less than thirty minutes.

Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia, or also known as KL, is an expansive beautiful city with soaring skyscrapers. One hundred years ago Kuala Lumpur was a small mining town attracting workers from China and India. Now it’s fast becoming one of the most sought after holiday destinations in the world.

Kuala Lumpur is now well known as a great shopping destination as well as a great night time spot and entertainment hub. Food in Malaysia varies from the different ethnic regions, rice is the most common food source in Malaysia and is often eaten for breakfast.

The landscape of Malaysia ranges from lush rainforests to towering rocky hills. Its rainforests are full of all types of flora and fauna with over 450 species of birds that are native to the islands of Malaysia. There are also over 160 different species of snake. Other wildlife of Malaysia includes bears, crocodiles, elephants, leopards, monkeys, panthers and rhinoceroses. The Orang-utan, which is one of the world's most endangered animals is also unique to this part of the world.

Malaysia has over 200 tropical islands making it a refuge for all sorts of water sports. Its tropical resorts are full of white sandy beaches and provide a vast paradise, while beneath the warm tropical waters, a unique world awaits to be explored.

Well worth a visit, and located just outside of the capital city are the Batu Caves. These are huge cathedral-like caves accessible by steps. The caves have a one hundred meter tall chamber and have been used as a Hindu temple for more than a hundred years.

There are many reasons for travelling to Malaysia but a few things that you can always count on are: the excellent climate that you get all year round, the peaceful surroundings that you get all year round, and the great value that Malaysia has to offer.

One of the greatest aspects of life in Malaysia, and especially Kuala Lumpur, is that so many people with different ethnic backgrounds live together in perfect harmony with no racial problems. 

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