Hotel Equatorial Bangi

I spent the last four days in Kuala Lumpur, which serves as the hub for all Air Asia flights (the budget airline here in SE Asia). I had to fly through KL in order to reach Bali, so I figured I'd stop here for a few days to recharge, even though I've already been here. I'm going to make this entry really short, because basically I used the last four days to shop for necessities, eat Western food, watch movies, and read books. I met a German girl in my dorm that is in ...

... All the Sushie came out on a little turn belt. I tried the baby octopus and it still looked alive. Never thought I would ever eat anything like that but it wasn't bad. I also eat soft shell crab, you eat the shell and all, it was great. Check out all the pics<br><br>Mike

... since 6.30am.<br><br>Although we had the last laugh when we were offered some tickets by a guy who had booked a big group but had some spots left.<br><br>Nevertheless, the view, while quite nice, was not worth such an early rise, although the novelty was traversing the skybridge (just half way up the 88 floor towers). The 3D(!) infomercial for Petronas (a large oil and gas company) that we were subjected to was less inspiring although its similarity ...

We get up and out early as we have loads of stuff to sort out, before going back to our luxurious accommodation by midday to check out.<br><br>We go to the giant shopping mall, I think it is six stories high under the twin towers, when Steph, after all her expressed unlike of the city, decides it is not such a ...

... we got on the plane to find thick water vapour pouring out of all the air conditioning vents inside, which was, well unusual. Anyway, got to KL within a couple of hours, in one piece, and got a taxi from the airport (which was actually rather a long way) in the direction of China town, where we had a pre-booked hostel. It was slighty unnerving how the driver had post it notes all over the speedo etc on the dashboard. The taxi driver, however ...

Hey guys.<br><br>Just finished up my travels through Malaysia and this place has it all... huge cities to untouched jungles to pristine islands. Its amazing how modern/advanced this country is, especially compared to its neighbors. <br><br>I had an unbelievable time here, met and traveled with some great people, and saw some amazing sights. Highly recommend this place!<br><br>Enjoy the pics!!<br><br>- John<br><br>Next (and final!) stop... Indonesia.<br>

Couldn't find a decent hotel for a decent price. We stayed at Park Hotel at 80, Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Tel 03-2142 7288/4. Fax. 03-2142 4924. Triple room was quite large and fine. Very central. Coffee at The Coffee Bean &amp; Tea Leaf was 7 R for an americano.<br><br>Of course a trip to Malaysia should mean a visit to Kuala Lumpur to visit the famous Petronas Towers. There is a morning set time to come and buy tickets and book ...

... and moved on. It really enjoyed that simple encounter, and had another interaction with someone of a different walk of life. Somehow they keep their ways and are tolerated well amongst the Malaysian society, left to live their lives as they wanted. I have always enjoyed human interaction and gaining better perspective of the dynamics of others lives. Can't say I learned much from this guy, but it was cool none-the-less.<br> I grabbed my pack, showered, and ...

... in a rich combination of Chinese, Islamic, Indian and European Culture. Clint and I took a walking tour around the city and were intrigued to see Dutch buildings and Chinese Temples dating back to the 1600s. Clint and I stayed in the Chinatown of Melaka, right next to a famous street (Jonker Street) that turns into a busy night market after dark. We were also right next to a large stage where both nights there were hours of Karaoke entertainment ...

... littered all over the place. <br><br> If you're looking for some hot stuff, the hawker stalls there sell lots of bootleg designer goods. From tees to trousers, from shades to shoes, and from toys to trinkets, they have it all. Testing our haggling skills with the Indian and Chinese traders there, we were able to get some best value for our ringgits, prompting us to stage a return the following night.