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Kuala Lumpur

Flat out at a budget price.
★★★★
Airline reviews

Airline review: This cheap (nearly) lie-flat bed is perk-free but worth it

There are no screens in this budget business class, but the best entertainment of all is being able to sleep.

  • by Kate Allman
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Best short-haul holiday destinations: Kuala Lumpur

This greatly underrated foodie heaven provides a quintessential South-East Asian city experience at a bargain price.

  • by Julie Miller
The Chow Kit sits in a slice of old Malaysia.
★★★★½
Hotel reviews

At under $100 a night, this KL boutique hotel is remarkable value

This hotel in “old KL” has pared back excess and frivolity to focus on the essentials – comfortable, stylish rooms, art-filled public spaces and good food.

  • by Julie Miller
Sunset over the town of Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia

An expert expat’s tips for Sarawak, East Malaysia

Bako National Park is a great place to see animals in their natural environment, only 30 minutes north of Kuching, says this monkey-loving expat.

  • by Belinda Jackson
Nasi lemak.

Kuala Lumpur food tour covers city's many cuisines: Arrive with an empty stomach

A food tour of Kuala Lumpur offers commando dining. No tablecloths, silverware or fawning waiters, just dishes to drool for.

  • by John Borthwick
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An expert expat’s tips for Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The cocktail bar scene in KL is booming with a new spot opening nearly every week.

  • by Belinda Jackson
Marini's on 57 is the place for a passionfruit Pisco.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia things to do: Travel tips from an expert expat

Kuala Lumpur's train network is expanding and discovering the city's attractions by public transport is highly recommended

Malaysia Airlines A330-300 business class cabin features window seats alternating between singles and pairs.

Airline review: Malaysia Airlines, Airbus A330-300, business class, Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur

Well priced, with charming service up to the well-connected hub of KL, with luggage always in tow.

  • by Belinda Jackson
KLIA remains a clean, drama-free zone that deserves to return as one of Asia's key hubs.

Airport review: Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Malaysia

Although it moves at a languid pace and is still in a state of hiatus, KLIA remains a clean, drama-free zone that deserves to return as one of Asia's key hubs.

  • by Belinda Jackson
Jalan Alor is a popular spot for tourist and locals.

Best things see, do and eat in Kuala Lumpur: Expert expat travel tips

You can't beat Malaysian street food for taste, variety and excitement.

  • by Belinda Jackson

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