Article DetailsThe Tropical Islands of Malaysia |
| Date Added: November 25, 2008 08:40:52 PM |
| Malaysia is home to a wonderful chain of beautiful tropical islands which offer sandy beaches and even coral reefs for excellent diving adventures. There are accommodations for both the budget traveler and those who wish to see the more luxurious resorts located in Malaysia. Malaysia is comprised of islands and main lands which are connected to the island of Borneo. This country is well known for its wonderful cuisine, beaches and luxurious resort villages. The Redang Islands are among the most popular islands for those who want to experience diving coral reefs. The Redang Islands are all part of the Redang Marine Park which offers clear ocean waters sitting off of white, sandy beaches in the Redang Island area. These islands offer luxurious resorts with over a dozen being offered on the nine island chains. If you are seeking something which is slightly off the beaten path then you may want to consider Malaysia’s Pangkor Island. This island offers the same beautiful beaches full of clear ocean water and sandy beachfronts but is more affordable and private than the Redang Islands. One of Malaysia’s know features is its offered tours to a comprehensive Butterfly Farm which features many of the Malaysian butterfly species as an actual live display. If you wish to sample some of the famous cuisine in Malaysia then you will want to visit the city of Penang. Georgetown is the capital city of Penang and is the city where many people choose to travel while visiting the state of Penang. Along with its famous food Georgetown is also a world historic site. It is rich in cultural history and is an ethnically and religiously diverse city. You will find a combination of Muslim, traditional Malaysian, and even Christian religions are all practiced in this region of Malaysia. When you want to travel to Malaysia you will want to look at the various seasons first. Most of the time the cities and resorts of Malaysia are booked in the winter months and the beaches are filled with people trying to escape winter at home. These months are also the driest months you can find in Malaysia which can experience monsoon rains during its autumn season. The whole country has a tropical climate year round. If you are driving into Malaysia by car then you will have to pay some toll fees to enter by bridge. You can enter Malaysia by plane or you can take advantage of the local ferries and tour vans. Visit my Travel Blog Add your link to our Travel Links Directory |