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Famous food in Ipoh- from street foods to restaurants

Ipoh, the capital of Perak, is famous for its delectable culinary offerings. The food served and sold here is not just high quality but also the sheer variety of unique street food and snacks. You will miss out if you do not try the famous food in Ipoh. The famous food in Ipoh has its …

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Best restaurants in Ipoh- 2024 food guide (must-try)

Recently, I decided to visit some of the best restaurants In Ipoh. I also made it a point to try out some new and popular restaurants I had heard about. I spent my entire primary and secondary school days in Ipoh, the capital of Perak. However, after graduating, I moved to Kuala Lumpur and only …

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Qing Xin Ling Leisure Cultural Village- top Ipoh attraction

When I arrived in Ipoh, Perak, I knew I had to visit Qing Xin Ling Leisure & Cultural Village. It’s quickly become the most popular tourist attraction in Ipoh, and I could see why as soon as I stepped inside.  The name itself, Qing Xin Ling, meaning “Serene Hill” in Chinese, perfectly captures the tranquil …

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Food in Kota Kinabalu- Unique food you should try while visiting Sabah

During our recent trip to Kota Kinabalu and Kundasang, we had the opportunity to savor some of the most authentic food in Kota Kinabalu. To taste Sabah’s unique culinary heritage, you should not miss this local food. From BBQ wild boar meat to ambuyat, there is something for everyone. We’ll share our top picks of …

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Mari Mari Cultural Village- top tour destination in Kota Kinabalu

Here is our story at Mari Mari Cultural Village. After two days of physically demanding mountain climbing at Mount Kinabalu, we took a day off to unwind and explore Kota Kinabalu. During our visit, Mari Mari Cultural Village was one of the most important sites we visited. The Mari Mari Cultural Village is a non-profit …

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Things to do in Kundasang- The complete 2D1N itinerary

We visited Kundasang, the small town near Kinabalu National Park in the district of Ranau, recently. Here is the list of things to do in Kundasang based on our 2D1N itinerary. We were here because this was the best place to acclimatize ourselves to the high altitude before scaling Mount Kinabalu. With an altitude of …

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How to climb Mount Kinabalu: 16 Tips for first-time hikers

As an average amateur hiker who loves climbing mountains, I had an unforgettable experience last week when I reached the summit of Mount Kinabalu. Before the hike, I received advice from various sources on how to climb Mount Kinabalu, including how to prepare, the necessary training, the items to pack, and accommodation recommendations. Unfortunately, while …

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Top ten shopping malls in Kuala Lumpur- An Ultimate Guide

Kuala Lumpur has some world’s biggest shopping complexes and malls You can find almost everything there, from renowned brands worldwide to local specialties. Most of the shopping malls listed in this article are bigger than one million square feet! Some even have an interlinked bridge joining two malls, making it a mammoth complex where you …

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Top 15 places to visit in Kuala Lumpur- perspective from a local guy

I have lived in Kuala Lumpur for more than 50 years, visited most of the places in Kuala Lumpur. So here are my recommendations for the places to visit in Kuala Lumpur from the perspective of a local guy.  Kuala Lumpur has a rich and diverse culture, and there are countless things to see and …

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The best 9D8N east Sabah itinerary- endangered wildlife & unique food

Welcome to the Land Below the Wind, Sabah! This Sabah itinerary is written based on our nine-day trip to the east coast of Sabah, visiting Sandakan, Lower Kinabatangan River, and Tabin. This is where Orangutans swing branch to branch, where the Sulu Sea and the South China Sea meet, pygmy elephants roam in herds, and …

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