MALAYSIA
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
DID YOU KNOW?
#1
Spanning over 743,000 km2, Borneo is the third largest island in the world after Greenland and New Guinea.
#2
Malaysia has a unique system where a king is elected every five years from one of the nine royal families.
#3
Orangutans are human’s closest relative and can only be found in the wilds of Borneo and Sumatra!
QUICK FACTS
Useful information to help you decide if Malaysia is the right destination for your event!
Recommended group size
10 - 200 pax
Best for...
Incentives or meetings
Flight connections
60 international airlines in six international airports with access to over 100 destinations and 16 domestic airports to reach smaller cities
Best time to visit
Avoid traveling on...
Local currency
Nov - Feb for the west coast and April - Oct for the east coast
Hari Raya Aidifitri, which celebrates the end of fasting month
Malaysian Ringgit (MYR/RM) is the local currency. Major credit cards are accepted in most large restaurants and shops, most Malaysian ATMs accept MasterCard (Cirrus and Maestro) and Visa (Plus) cards. Smaller shops and local restaurants often only accept cash.
Explore
Malaysia, with exciting cuisines, wildlife-packed rainforests, wonderful beaches and an amazing potpourri of cultures—all right at the heart of Asia - is a fascinating destination.
Kuala Lumpur, the capital of one of largest and fastest-growing economy regions in the world, is a vibrant cosmopolitan city with great restaurants mixed with well-preserved areas of culture and heritage.
Explore the cultural gems of UNESCO Heritage sites Penang or Malacca, while nature and adventure seekers should visit Borneo for its natural wildlife and world-famous diving sites; or Langkawi for a its pristine beaches and UNESCO Heritage Geo-Park.