Melaka Resorts - Reviews and Rates

Melaka is a very old and historic port on the south coast of Malaysia. There is a mass of old buildings here from all the different countries who have ruled this part of Malaysia over the years, including British, Dutch, Portuguese and Chinese. It's a very interesting place and while we were there it was awarded a UNESCO world heritage status. I...

Malaysia was really interesting. Since it is a Muslim country, everything is different. I enjoyed the historical landmarks and various temples. My favorite part was the Hindu Temple in a huge cave in a mountain and a butterfly park. Seeing people worship statues and bringing offerings like flowers, oil, and fruits, was actually really sad. It se...

Melaka is a must for any trip to Malaysia, and since Sarah hadn't seen it yet, we decided we should head there for a night. It's a lovely place, and pretty much the same as it was the last time I saw it. The only real new experience was the demonstration by the man who holds the current record for the fastest peeling of a coconut by hand. He had...

From Singapore, took a bus to Melaka. I booked online before I left, but that really wasn't necessary. Especially since the bus I booked didn't leave from the Lavender Street bus station, and I spent 30 minutes tracking down the appropriate leaving location (some random shopping center) convinced that I was going to miss the bus. It was about fi...

Sunday 1 July 2001 - To Malaysia My work being finished in Singapore, it was time to commence my biggest adventure, travels in Malaysia and Thailand. Having no particular agenda other than various places I wished to visit, an appointment next week with the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra in Kuala Lumpur, and my return travel date (unless I deci...