Kuala Lumpur is the country's capital and a fashion hub with some of the best shopping on the planet! It's a busy, high-rise metropolis with 66 incredible malls, numerous market streets and an amazing restaurant scene offering all types of cuisine. For those interested in architecture, Kuala Lumpur is also known for its innovation when it comes to design. The Petronas Towers are a world renowned design icon and trips to the top are available. A break here, en route to your next destination is the Perfect introduction to this fantastic country.

After the excitement of the city you could head for the island resort of Langkawi or the tropical paradises of Pangkor Laut and Penang. Langkawi is on Malaysia's northwest coast and this gorgeous, quiet island has excellent beaches - the perfect place to escape and relax. Pangkor Laut is a private island 3 miles off the west coast of Malaysia and with just 20% of the island developed and the rest being natural forest, this is a truly unique destination. The parts that are developed have been done to create a unique experience - a luxurious spa village with the most stunning villas and private accommodation, the perfect place for pampering and escapism. Penang is also situated off the west coast of Malaysia and is more developed than Pangkor Laut with many buzzing hotels, bars and restaurants.

 The island has a strong Chinese influence and is the hawker food capital of the country so the major town, Georgetown, is definitely worth a visit.

The eco-tours on the huge rainforest island of Borneo are also a remarkable experience. Famous for its orang-utan colonies, the island offers some the finest wildlife and nature experiences in the world. The region of Sabah, which is owned by Malaysia has perfect beaches and numerous islands that haven't been touched by human hand and the dense tropical forests provide so many unique exploration opportunities. The Shangri-la Rasa Ria resort offers pure luxury and a perfect base from which to explore or rest after a hard day trekking in the jungle.

Malaysia has so much to offer so a personalised itinerary to cover those aspects that are right for you is the perfect way to make sure you don't miss out on any of the experiences available. W&O Travel offer tailor-made holidays to Malaysia and make sure every traveller's needs are met down to the last detail. If Malaysia takes your fancy then it's definitely worth taking a look.

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