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MALAYSIA TRAVEL GUIDE - STAY SAFE AND HEALTHY

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Picture choosen by: Ms.yuwei zhou Stay Safe and Healthy in Malaysia Stay Safe

Never bring any recreational drugs into Malaysia, even if you are only there for transit. Possession and/or trafficking of even
minute amounts can lead to a mandatory death sentence.
Malaysia is still a very safe country. However,Crime levels are on the rise, especially in Johor, so common sense precautions should
be observed. Pickpockets and snatch-and-run thieves ply their trade in Kuala Lumpur and especially Johor Bahru. Be particularly
careful when it comes to snatch-and-run thieves as some of them are known to drag victims along the road with their motorcycle until
they release their grip on their possessions. As a general precaution, always carry your bags on the side not facing the road and
walk against the flow of traffic.
Vehicles will not stop at pedestrian/zebra crossings. Seeing that this will not change, the problem is overcome by building
pedestrian bridges and installing pedestrian traffic lights.
Drunk driving is a serious offence and breathalyser tests by the police are common.
Police in Malaysia are known for asking for and accepting bribes on traffic stops. This is accepted among locals, and a fair amount
of traffic violations will be ignored for a fee (usually between 50-200RM depending on severity). Do not be alarmed if you are asked
for money, but if possible let your host do the talking. It is best practice to pay the officer what they want and not ask any
questions, as a disgruntled officer can create issues for you and your host. Note that this is generally restricted to traffic
stops, and you should not offer bribes in other situations, especially with government officials or customs agents.
Travel documents and valuables are best deposited in a hotel safe or carried safely with you, as there is a potential of theft from
hotel rooms while guests are away.
Women travelling alone should be wary of opening their room doors to strangers. In such situations, common sense judgement should
prevail.
Many if not most taxis will refuse to use the meter, although you are far more likely to get a metered taxi by flagging one at a
street than a taxi stand. While understandable — official rates are often years behind inflation — you have to bargain, as the
initial asking price may be grossly inflated. If using a taxi late at night, it is best to use the dial-a-taxi service as there have
been incidents where taxis flagged down during those hours being fake/unregistered. The unregistered taxi driver might then rob or
assault their victims with the help of assailants.
Do not accept drinks from strangers in any pub or club as there is a risk they might be spiked. Gambling is illegal and tourists are
often scammed at illegal gambling joints.
Credit card fraud can be a problem, so use plastic only at large, reputable retailers, and do not let your card out of sight.
Public demonstrations are uncommon in Malaysia, but should one occur it may be dealt with in a heavy-handed manner, so avoid them at
all costs. Especially if you are not Malaysian citizen or permanent resident as you could even get in trouble with your own country,
if it has good relations with Malaysia.
Be aware on markets. Especially in Chinatown in Kuala Lumpur products sold are most likely to be fakes.

Note
Emergency numbers
All type of emergency (Police/Ambulance/Fire Brigade (Malay:Bomba)/Civil Defence etc) - 999
From mobile phone - 999 or 112

Stay Healthy
Tap water is drinkable in a some areas and not others, but even locals boil or filter it first just to be on the safe side. When
travelling it is best to stick to bottled water, which is very inexpensive.
Ice in drinks might be made from tap water but nowadays, most restaurants and even roadside stalls use the cylindrical variety with
a hollow tube down the middle that are mass-produced at ice factories and are safer to consume.
Avoid buying cold drinks or cut fruit from street vendors unless you have a local bringing you around.
Heat exhaustion is rare, but do consume lots of fluids, use a hat and sunscreen and shower often!
Peninsular Malaysia is largely malaria-free, but there is a significant risk in Borneo especially in inland and rural areas.
Dengue fever occurs throughout Malaysia in both urban and rural areas, and can only be avoided by preventing mosquito bites. The
mosquito that transmits dengue feeds throughout the daytime, and is most active at dawn and dusk. If you experience a sudden fever
with aches and lethargy, seek medical attention immediately. Aspirin and ibuprofen should not be used until dengue fever has been
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Bus to Malaysia Posted by Ms. yuwei zhou on 08 September 2010 12:04:19

Buses / coaches into Malaysia (KL / Malacca) run from Brunei, Indonesian Borneo, Singapore and Thailand. Please see the relevant city pages for more details. Singapore - a multitude of bus companies operate direct routes from Singapore to various destinations in Peni... More

Malaysia overview Posted by Ms. yuwei zhou on 08 September 2010 10:24:17

A former British colony, Malaysia, as the rising star of South-East Asia, neighbored with Thailand in the west, Singapore in the South, and Indonesia in east. Malaysia famed with its culture diversity and fascinating nature and became one of the most popular tourist destinations worldwide. For ... More

Things To Do in Malaysia Posted by Ms. yuwei zhou on 19 January 2010 04:28:25

Attend Puja Umur (the Sultan's birthdat) which is one of the most magnificent annual festivals, celebrated for a week. It begins with a parade in Kota Bharu. The Annual Sabah International Dragon Boat Festival is also popular. • Have a sensuous spa treatment. It is available in most of resorts ... More