5 Exciting Activities in Malaysia That You Must Try, Check It Out!

Kapanlagi.com - No need to wait until the end of the year for a vacation. Use your vacation time now to visit the dream destination directly. Want to try traveling abroad? Why not! There are many neighboring countries that can be a 'warm-up' for first-time travelers abroad.

Prepare your passport, Malaysia can be a recommended destination. The neighboring country has a series of exciting spots and activities that must be tried at least once in a lifetime. So, what are you waiting for?

1. Experience Fun at Genting Highlands

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When talking about favorite destinations for vacations in Malaysia, Genting Highlands is always at the top of the list. This resort city offers various exciting and interesting activities that guarantee a fun-filled vacation. One of the must-do activities here is riding the Awana Skyway cable car. Along the 2.8 km track that can be covered in 10 minutes, you can enjoy the view of the tropical rainforest from a height.

Apart from riding the gondola, don't forget to visit the Chin Swee Temple that attracts attention with its 9-tier pagoda. Also, explore the Skytropolis Funland where you can play with more than 20,000 rides and attractions!

2. Visiting Colonial Attractions in Melaka

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Melaka or Malacca is one of the must-visit destinations when on vacation in Malaysia. This spot even received the UNESCO World Heritage Site designation in 2008. In this city, you can find many Dutch, Portuguese, and English colonial buildings that are still well-preserved until now.

Don't miss the most iconic complex of buildings that serves as a famous landmark in Melaka, namely Stadthuys or the Red Building. This is a classic European-style building with red brick color that used to operate as the governor's office during the colonial era.

Another equally interesting spot is the Melaka Strait Mosque, which can be visited by anyone, not just Muslims. However, visitors must meet the requirement of wearing covered clothing up to the ankles.

The Maritime Museum Malacca is also an equally fascinating spot. Featuring a replica of a Portuguese warship that allegedly sank in the Malacca coastal area, this museum tells various maritime history of Melaka during attacks and the story of the glory days of the Melaka Sultanate.

3. Full Day at Sunway Lagoon

Sunway Lagoon is one of the largest amusement parks in Kuala Lumpur. There are many unique attractions to try. This place offers 6 different zones, each providing exciting adventures, such as Amusement Park, Scream Park, Water Park, Nickelodeon Lost Lagoon, Wildlife Park, and Extreme Park.

From these six zones, there are a total of more than 90 different rides and attractions that you can enjoy to your heart's content. If you get tired of walking around the location, there is also the option of riding an ATV, a 4-wheeled motorbike, as an alternative way to explore. When you're tired of playing, just relax and enjoy the view of the lake and artificial island at the Upcycled Floating Island.

4. Exciting Adventure in Langkawi

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When talking about Langkawi, what comes to mind is the beautiful and captivating natural attractions. There are many recommended tourist spots to visit, one of which is a series of the most exotic and popular beaches.

Take Pantai Cenang, for example, as one of the most popular beaches in Langkawi. It's no wonder that this spot is the busiest and you can easily find cafes, restaurants, and even spas. In addition, there is Pantai Tengah, which also provides water sports facilities such as banana boat and jet ski for those who want to get their adrenaline pumping here.

5. Culinary Tour that Spoils the Tongue

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If you're traveling to Malaysia, you definitely can't forget about the culinary tour agenda. If you just want to go around Kuala Lumpur, there are several interesting destinations for foodies.

For example, Central Market has become a famous food and souvenir center among travelers who come to Malaysia. In addition, you can also visit Night Street Jalan Alor where you can hunt for various foods ranging from Chinese Food, Indian food, Malay, Thai, to Turkish. Hawker Stalls are also a must-visit place for delicious food while enjoying coffee or tea.

Exciting, right? Prepare for this long-awaited vacation moment! In addition to travel tickets and accommodations, another thing to consider is transactions when abroad. Before traveling to Malaysia, don't forget to install the DANA application which can now be used in Malaysia too!

DANA is guaranteed to be #NotAnOrdinaryWallet, because there are many features and advantages that can make any transaction in Malaysia easier. No need to switch apps, just scan the Cross Border QR code at participating merchants, any transaction becomes easier without the hassle of taking out cash first.

In addition to being able to be used for payments in Malaysia, DANA also comes with various other excellent features!

You can send money anywhere for FREE admin fees and save on top-up e-wallet costs. Plus, no need to carry multiple cards in your wallet. Just store all your Bank Cards in DANA. Later, these stored cards can be used for scanning payments or any transactions. It's so easy, right?

So, are you ready to experience the excitement of a vacation in Malaysia? Come on, quickly download and install DANA now for the convenience of transactions in your dream destination.

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