Is it safe for a girl to travel alone in Malaysia?
Is it safe for my girlfriend to travel alone, taking a bus from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur? Because I will be meeting her there...anyone heard of anything bad? She is working in Singapore, and I happen to drop to Malaysia for some meeting, and we want to save time by just waiting for her there. Any good but inexpensive hotel to suggest too? Thanks!
Other - Asia Pacific - 7 Answers
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Yes, nothing to worry about at all...
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of course it is safe...Malaysia is one of the safest country... besides that, there are plenty of inexpensive hotels there
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It is rather safe to travel alone in Malaysia. Do beware of pickpockets in crowded areas though. Also refrain from wandering on the streets at night. They have been reports of missing children in the country lately, but unlikely for tourists to be targetted. Please do make sure that the company that operates buses from Singapore to KL is of a high reputation one and avoid travelling at night. Good luck and have a pleasant stay!
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Malaysia is a safe country. If you want to be on the safe side, don't let your girlfriend save pennies on taking the cheapest option. Let her travel in VIP aircon busses that go non-stop from Singapore to KL.
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This means that she is taking the Singapore>>>Kuala Lumpur express coach/bus. As long as you picks her up from the bus terminal at the puduraya, this will be safe. Avoid traveling at night or late night arrival.As the down town bus station is infested with drug addicts , beggars and rude RELA sickos. As for good not too expensive hotels , do try Fortuna (behind BBintang McD) or the Swissgarden in chinatown ( quite near to Puduraya bus station)
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Don't worry. She'll be alright. Just ask her to be extra careful with her belongings when she arrives at the crowded bus station. This is an advise not a warning. The cheapest hotel you can get in town is the no-frill hotel TuneHotel ( http://www.tunehotel.com ). Very cheap, as low as RM9.99 per night. Of course at this rate, a very basic room is expected.
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I travelled alone in the Far East ... Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Jakarta, Bangkok, Manila. Sadly, the only bad experience i had was in Kuala Lumpur. I was robbed in kuala lumpur. Is it safe in Malaysia? Based on my personal experience, I would say NO, its not safe.
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
What are the greatest reasons for bringing up young children, studying or working in the Asia Pacific Region
What are the greatest reasons for bringing up young children, studying or working in the Asia Pacific Region?
Especially in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Hong Kong,etc? Choose your best city; quick BA to the realistic answer! :-))
Singapore - 3 Answers
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You should consider Singapore. Its a multicultural society and well-connected to the rest of the world. The country is advanced with the comforts of modern living (but this can be said of both Malaysia and HK too). But most importantly, if you are concerned about your children's education, in my opinion, Singapore's education provide better fundamentals than what can be generally obtained in KL and HK. Of course, to qualify that sentence, you can still get good educaiton in KL and HK for a price.
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Because one was born there and as such, home and most friends are there.
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I personally feel that growing up in Asia makes a person more cultured and well mannered, esp for kids. I miss that right now as my kids are now growing up with rowdy caucasians and are learning to swear at 4yrs old what's the deal with that? Education system is much better too in Singapore.
Especially in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Hong Kong,etc? Choose your best city; quick BA to the realistic answer! :-))
Singapore - 3 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1 :
You should consider Singapore. Its a multicultural society and well-connected to the rest of the world. The country is advanced with the comforts of modern living (but this can be said of both Malaysia and HK too). But most importantly, if you are concerned about your children's education, in my opinion, Singapore's education provide better fundamentals than what can be generally obtained in KL and HK. Of course, to qualify that sentence, you can still get good educaiton in KL and HK for a price.
2 :
Because one was born there and as such, home and most friends are there.
3 :
I personally feel that growing up in Asia makes a person more cultured and well mannered, esp for kids. I miss that right now as my kids are now growing up with rowdy caucasians and are learning to swear at 4yrs old what's the deal with that? Education system is much better too in Singapore.
Saturday, August 21, 2010
What is the appropriate business dress for a female in Malaysia
What is the appropriate business dress for a female in Malaysia?
I'll be working as a marketing manager for an outdoor company based in Kuala Lumpur and I'm not sure what clothes are appropriate! Any examples would be welcome as would any cultural restrictions (Islam). Thanks for your help!
Malaysia - 9 Answers
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nothing
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Celophane
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Basically you are allow to wear anything beside being naked. They won't do anything to tourists and only muslim will follow the islamic rules. Malaysia has 35% non-muslims, so it is unlike those conservative islamic countries in middle east.
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Friends have told me that the basic thing is to have your arms covered, long sleeve blouses, jackets instead of vests and the like The Malaysians/Malays seemed to be very tolerant but dressing modestly was seen as showing respect for the dominant culture
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you should wear appropriate corporate attire. BTW, which company are you working with, you might meet me....
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Oh you'll be surprised at how sexy some marketing/sales ppl wear here. But for a professional image as a marketing person, usually anything that covers you well esp. your chest, make sure not too revealing necklines, covers your boobs, knee lenght skirts, pants - not hot pants, not too thight/flashy & how you behave & personality. If you're alone in lonely or majority men territory, it's always safe to wear extra long jacket/or Scarf. Sometimes they way men looks at a lone female despite being well dressed are pretty intimidating/scary, no matter in which country. Btw. good luck in your new job!
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a moderate attire should be cover yourself below the knee.. maybe wear a long skirt / dress.. shirt should cover your breast or wear a jacket..
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Expensive and smart looking jacket. Tho' you may be cooked due by the crouching sun before you reach your destination.
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you should wear a very corporate/business-like attire. like blouse (dark tone of colors or earth colors) with blazer, showing less less skin. with long pants or long skirt. the shortest a skirt could go is knee-length. then put your hair all in a ponytail or a bun (if you're not covering your hair), best as not to leave strands of hair on your face. last, a bit jewellery. not anything flashy, but something sophisticated.
I'll be working as a marketing manager for an outdoor company based in Kuala Lumpur and I'm not sure what clothes are appropriate! Any examples would be welcome as would any cultural restrictions (Islam). Thanks for your help!
Malaysia - 9 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1 :
nothing
2 :
Celophane
3 :
Basically you are allow to wear anything beside being naked. They won't do anything to tourists and only muslim will follow the islamic rules. Malaysia has 35% non-muslims, so it is unlike those conservative islamic countries in middle east.
4 :
Friends have told me that the basic thing is to have your arms covered, long sleeve blouses, jackets instead of vests and the like The Malaysians/Malays seemed to be very tolerant but dressing modestly was seen as showing respect for the dominant culture
5 :
you should wear appropriate corporate attire. BTW, which company are you working with, you might meet me....
6 :
Oh you'll be surprised at how sexy some marketing/sales ppl wear here. But for a professional image as a marketing person, usually anything that covers you well esp. your chest, make sure not too revealing necklines, covers your boobs, knee lenght skirts, pants - not hot pants, not too thight/flashy & how you behave & personality. If you're alone in lonely or majority men territory, it's always safe to wear extra long jacket/or Scarf. Sometimes they way men looks at a lone female despite being well dressed are pretty intimidating/scary, no matter in which country. Btw. good luck in your new job!
7 :
a moderate attire should be cover yourself below the knee.. maybe wear a long skirt / dress.. shirt should cover your breast or wear a jacket..
8 :
Expensive and smart looking jacket. Tho' you may be cooked due by the crouching sun before you reach your destination.
9 :
you should wear a very corporate/business-like attire. like blouse (dark tone of colors or earth colors) with blazer, showing less less skin. with long pants or long skirt. the shortest a skirt could go is knee-length. then put your hair all in a ponytail or a bun (if you're not covering your hair), best as not to leave strands of hair on your face. last, a bit jewellery. not anything flashy, but something sophisticated.
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