TRAVELING TO MALAYSIA IS TOO EASY
"Travel costs in Malaysia are relatively affordable, and visas are not required for Vietnamese tourists, so recently many people have chosen this as a destination in Southeast Asia. Although there are many differences in ethnicity, religion and culture, I feel that the people here are gentle, unhurried and hospitable. This is probably one of the factors that create the special feelings that tourists have for Malaysia," Travel Blogger Buu Vi Vu shared with Travellive.
Travel Blogger Buu Vi Vu currently owns the tiktok channel @buuvivu with more than 300,000 followers.
Visa requirements are quite simple, Vietnamese tourists traveling to Malaysia for no more than 30 days only need a passport valid for 6 months. Malaysia also no longer requires a Covid test or online declaration as before. You only need a plane ticket and hotel booking to complete the procedures when going through customs, the entry procedures are quick and easy so it is very easy to travel to Malaysia.
HUNTING FOR CHEAP FLIGHTS
Currently, there are many direct airlines operating the SGN – KUL route, but the most competitive prices are Air Asia and Vietjet. In addition, higher-end airlines include Malaysia Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, Bamboo, and to optimize travel costs, you can compare ticket prices through Traveloka.
The total cost from SGN - KUL and KUL - PEN is usually equivalent to a direct flight ticket from SGN - PEN.
"Note that sometimes the total cost of a flight from Saigon (SGN) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL), from there to Penang Island (PEN) is only equal to a one-way ticket from Saigon to Penang. Therefore, you should take advantage of this to optimize your schedule and costs for your trip to Malaysia," he said.
In addition, there is also a small tip for those who intend to combine travel to Singapore. "Thuong Buu often flies from Saigon to Kuala Lumpur, then buys a plane ticket to Singapore. The price for this route is sometimes only equal to a bus ticket, and much cheaper than the return trip from Singapore - Kuala Lumpur", Travel Blogger Buu Vi Vu shared.
IDEAL TIME TO TRAVEL TO MALAYSIA
Malaysia has a distinct tropical humid climate, with warm weather almost all year round. The average temperature of the year is about 27 - 33 degrees Celsius and the lowest is about 17 degrees Celsius. The best time to travel to Malaysia is from March to September. At this time, the temperature will be about 29 - 35 degrees Celsius, suitable for you to comfortably eat and play without worrying about sudden rains causing obstacles. Especially, with eco-tourism and outdoor areas in Malaysia, it is even more advisable to choose to go during this season.
However, Malaysia is a country that tourists can visit at any time.
"If you only travel in the capital Kuala Lumpur, combined with visiting neighboring areas, 4 days is a suitable amount of time. If you combine with remote areas, visiting other tourist centers such as Penang or more remote areas, Buu thinks 5-7 days is enough to experience," he suggested.
TRAVELING IN MALAYSIA
In Kuala Lumpur, public transport is convenient to travel to tourist attractions. The MRT, LRT, and KTM train systems are popular and convenient. Especially the LRT, the advantage is that it moves faster, has less waiting time, and can go to almost all famous places in the capital, such as China Town, Bukit Bintang, Pavillion, Petronas, etc.
Public transport in Malaysia is quite diverse.
In addition, Grab's home ground - Malaysia - with surprisingly low prices will be a reasonable choice for those who want to move more comfortably. Taxis, buses... are also very easy to move and affordable.
If you want to travel from Kuala Lumpur to neighboring provinces, you can choose trains, interstate buses and planes. Airport taxes in Kul are relatively low, so the prices of flights from Kuala Lumpur are almost very cheap.
Malaysians drive on the left, which is something to keep in mind if you are renting a car. Traffic jams are common during rush hour.
STAYING IN MALAYSIA
Hotel rooms in Malaysia are not too expensive, even in the city center. If not in peak season, 3-4 star hotel rooms cost only about 700,000 - 800,000 VND. When traveling in a large group, you can consider booking an Airbnb apartment. Kuala Lumpur has many apartments for rent with good quality rooms at cheap prices. "Buu once booked an apartment opposite the Merdeka 118 building, the second tallest in the world, but it was only 5,100,000 VND/2 nights/3 rooms," he shared.
WHAT TO EAT IN MALAYSIA?
Like broken rice in Vietnam, Malaysians are very proud of Nasi Lemak. The traditional dish is cooked with coconut milk and served with various toppings. You can also try Roti Canni, which is made from flour, eggs, and milk, and baked to a crispy, unique taste.
When in Malaysia, you must try Musang King durian.
"Malaysia is famous for its Musang King durian - which is sold everywhere, and the current price is not as expensive as before. You should try it to experience the sweetness and richness of this durian variety, which is considered the best in the world. Pulasan, or Malaysian rambutan, is also a strange fruit because it tastes like rambutan and the seeds can be eaten," he shared.
WHAT TO KEEP IN MALAYSIA AWAY?
The currency used in Malaysia is Ringgit (MYR), 1MYR = 5,100 VND. "You should exchange money in Vietnam first and avoid exchanging at the airport on both ends because the exchange rate will not be favorable. If you have USD, it will be more convenient to exchange to MYR when you are in Malaysia," Buu noted.
Nam Travel Blogger also noted that you should buy a sim card in advance at Gohub so that you can contact and look up information immediately upon landing. Or you can buy it at the airport or buy an esim online if you have not bought it in advance in Vietnam. Note that if your trip includes Singapore or Indonesia, remember to choose a sim card that connects to the national region between these countries to save money and be convenient.
