Bibo in Malaysia

First and foremost, this is my first time to travel outside the Philippines, which is why I am very excited and a little anxious, yeah! I am going to Malaysia for a project  and I will be staying in Kuala Lumpur for 9 days.

So here I am ready for an adventure of a lifetime.

Woke up at 2:00 AM and here I am having a heavy meal before heading to the airport for my 6:00 AM flight. 

Ticket and Passport both secured. Here we go!

Now Boarding ✈️

Bye for Now Manila!!! See you in a few hours Malaysia

It's good that the meal being sold at Zest Air already gives you an idea of what to expect when it comes to the taste and flavor of a Malaysian Cuisine 🍱

Safely landed at the KLIA🛬

Airport Transfer. By far the easiest and cheapest way to get from the airport into the capital is via the KLIA Express (airport express train). The train is very modern with video screens showing points of interest and things to do in Malaysia while you enjoy a comfortable ride into Kuala Lumpur in around 35 minutes. Using a bus or taxi transfer will normally take around one hour by comparison and cost a little more. An added convenience when using the KLIA Express to connect with a departing flight is the facility to book your luggage onto your flight from the central train station in Kuala Lumpur (providing you do this at least 2.5 hours before your flight). 🚉

Welcome to the Capital City Kuala Lumpur.

In this City, you need to ask first how much would it cost you to get to your destination before getting into the taxi. Taxi fares in Malaysia are for the most part quite reasonable however at times a naive traveler can be easy pickings, especially on a return trip from an outlying area so be sure to ask for the cost of the fare beforehand and if it seems too high then you can usually find another taxi to get a better deal. The exception to this however is during peak hours in Kuala Lumpur when you will pay more because of traffic delays. Your hotel concierge can advise you on what the busiest traffic times are likely to be. Planning your movements around the capital outside of these times will save you money if you're on a tight budget.

This is Something I learned from Hazel who always travels overseas. One of Her Golden Rules when first time in a foreign country: Don't drink the tap water 

To reduce your chances of having your holiday ruined by tummy upsets it is wise not to consume the local tap water. During your stay keep these points in mind: 

1) Clean your teeth and toothbrush with bottled water. 

2) Remember to specify "No Ice" when ordering cocktails or mixer drinks. (Many of the more up-market resorts and hotels have ice that has been made using filtered or bottled water which is perfectly safe, however if you wish to be extra cautious then it is safer to forgo the ice). So here I am buying loads of water

Welcome to my room.  With my huge luggage. And you'll be surprised of what's inside. 😜

Tadan!!!!! My lifeline in the next coming days. 

Traveling abroad is fun, but eating in a foreign country can sometimes become a task. Bring small snacks that will tide you over until you find that perfect restaurant or food cart.

With Quick Shower and a light dinner, I am ready to explore the City on my  first night here.

Modern meets traditional. Systematic,  dynamic  and with a conscious effort in preserving its rich and colorful heritage is what Kuala Lumpur is all about!  A melting pot of all that is Asia.  No wonder they say that Malaysia is truly Asia! 

"What would a trip to Malaysia's capital be without gawking at its 88-story Twin Towers designed to mirror the country's high-tech ambitions and fuse stainless steel"

Although there are so much to explore in the capital city of Malaysia, but Malaysian cuisine is definitely the paramount that you couldn't afford to miss out. Nasi Lemak, Roti Canai, Teh Tarik, Bah Kut Teh (and much more) are some of the signature foods in this multiracial and multicultural country.

But the latter days, I opted to make it a bit safer. Seriously, all the food are spicy. If you are not experimental when it comes to food, you need not worry! International food chains like Mcdonalds, KFC, Burger King, Subway, Starbucks, Coffee Bean or even Boost Juice from your origin country are available here.

Shopping

Shopping culture in Kuala Lumpur, I believe is very similar to us here in Manila. If we have Greenhills and Divisoria, they also have Chinatown, this is the place where you can get a lot of bargains across a wide range of products.

For high-end shopping malls, If we have Greenbelt and Rockwell you can also check out Suria KLCC (yes, it's the tallest building in Malaysia, which is also known as "Petronas Twin Towers") and Pavilion KL. The shopping malls are just within walking distances where the federal government had just recently launched a pedestrian walkway linking two signature malls together.

Malaysia is a great holiday destination with excellent shopping, friendly people, wonderful scenery, and delicious food. I had an amazing time, and I promise to return again and again (pag may budget). Malaysia, indeed Truly Asia.

Until our next travel adventure,

Bibo