Dive Into Malaysia Travel
by Sharon Gourlay
Wish you were in Malaysia right now? Do the next best thing and join us on the Dive Into Malaysia Travel podcast!We cover everything from the best places to visit to how to get to Malaysia to where to stay and exactly what to do while you are there.We’ll help you plan your perfect trip while dreaming of the great adventures you’re going to have!From all the great food you’re going to eat to lounging on the best looking beaches to standing on top of the world in the new Merdeka 118, we’re going to help you fall in love with this country.Dive Into Malaysia Travel Podcast is your go-to resource for everything Malaysia travel so you can plan your first or fiftieth trip to this great country.Malaysia travel expert and aficionado, Sharon Gourlay, along with special local guests, answer all your questions and will inspire and motivate you to travel to Malaysia while helping you with everything practical that you need to know.Hit subscribe to make sure you don’t miss an episode and find
Episodes
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Beautiful Beaches, Local Experiences And More On Pangkor Island
Looking for a beautiful island in Malaysia that will give you a local experience? Located off the west coast of Malaysia in the state of Perak, Pangkor Island often sits in the shadow of other more developed islands like Penang and Langkawi which are located nearby. However, Pangkor Island offers...
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Port Dickson - Best Beach Area Near Kuala Lumpur
Looking for a beach area close to Kuala Lumpur where you can have a great beach break? Or want a stopover location when flying into Kuala Lumpur International Airport? Port Dickson (or PD to locals) is a coastal resort town about 90 kilometres from Kuala Lumpur. It’s even closer to Kuala Lumpur...
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Everything You Need To Know About Accommodation In Malaysia (Including The Top Choices)
Planning your trip to Malaysia and want to know more about the types of accommodation you can book? Fantastic! But don't do it until you listen to this first! The fantastic news is that Malaysia’s accommodation is very affordable. It also has everything from dorm beds to brilliant 5 star hotels…
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Everything Sarawak And The Heart Of Borneo
Wondering if it’s worth visiting Sarawak on your Malaysian adventure? Sarawak is the biggest of the two Malaysian states located on the island of Borneo or East Malaysia, as it’s known within Malaysia. It’s the place to go to discover the best parts of Borneo. This is the natural environment and...
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All Your Day Trip Options From Kuala Lumpur
Considering a day trip while you’re in Kuala Lumpur? While there are many things to do in Kuala Lumpur (or KL as its often referred), there are also many great things you can do around Kuala Lumpur on a day trip. Kuala Lumpur is centrally located in peninsular Malaysia which makes it easy to get…
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Exploring The Jungle Heart Of Malaysia In Taman Negara
Wondering if it’s worth visiting Taman Negara on your Malaysian adventure? A massive national park in the centre of Peninsular Malaysia, Taman Negara National Park is the perfect place to get outdoors and enjoy the natural attractions that Malaysia offers. From thick rainforest to deep caves…
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All About Travelling In Malaysia With Kids
Wondering if you should travel to Malaysia with kids? I’ve travelled to Malaysia many times with kids. The first time I travelled here with kids, my daughter was 1 and I was 20 weeks pregnant with my second child. Since then, I have travelled here with kids aged from 9 months old to nearly 13....
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Amazing Sabah: Exploring Borneo For First Timers
Wondering if it’s worth visiting Sabah on your Malaysian adventure? Sabah is one of the two big Malaysian states located on the island of Borneo, or East Malaysia, as it’s also known. It is home to so many amazing natural attractions. It really should be on any bucket list! There is much more…
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How To Plan Your Fabulous Trip To Malaysia
Do you need to plan your trip to Malaysia? Great! You are in the right place! It can feel overwhelming when you first start planning a big trip. There are so many things to do and you don’t know when you should do them. But don’t worry. It’s all quite straightforward if you take it step-by-step.…
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Food, History, Culture And Nature In Penang
Wondering if it’s worth stopping in Penang on your Malaysian adventure? Located off the west coast of peninsular Malaysia, Penang is our favourite part of Malaysia and somewhere we used to call home. It’s home to a UNESCO listed World Heritage Site in George Town, beautiful beaches, some of the...
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Best Tips For Booking Accommodation, Tours And Attractions
Planning your trip to Malaysia and want to book accommodation, tours and attractions? Fantastic! But don't do it until you listen to this first! It can feel like there is a lot to book and plan when organising your trip to Malaysia, but it can all be quite straightforward with the right tools. In...
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Lego, Shopping And More In Johor Bahru
Wondering if it’s worth stopping in Johor Bahru (JB) on your way into or out of Malaysia? Located opposite Singapore, it’s often the first place people visit in Malaysia. And while i wouldn’t say JB is terribly exciting or a must-visit, if you are in the area, it’s worth checking out. In fact, JB...
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How To Get Around Malaysia Quickly, Easily And In Comfort
Planning your trip and wondering how to get around Malaysia? Don’t worry, it’s straightforward. If you haven’t been to Malaysia before, or even if you have, it can seem complicated when you start planning your trip to work out how you can get from A to B when you have no idea what’s on offer and...
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Cooling Down And Getting Active In The Cameron Highlands
Want to go somewhere completely different to the rest of Malaysia? Visit the Cameron Highlands. With its lush landscapes reminiscent of the English countryside, sweeping tea plantations, hiking trails, unforgettable tourist attractions and a touch of colonial nostalgia, Cameron Highlands is a…
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When To Visit Malaysia For Your Dream Trip
Planning your trip and wondering when to visit Malaysia? We cover all the best times to visit Malaysia in today’s podcast. While my first response to when to visit Malaysia is RIGHT NOW! It’s also useful to take a moment to consider this because some regions, activities and attractions shouldn’t…
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All About Malaysia’s Gorgeous East Coast Islands
Want to know more about some of Malaysia’s most gorgeous islands? Many tourists to Malaysia concentrate on the capital and the more famous west coast highlights of Melaka, Cameron Highlands, Penang and Langkawi, but there is also the east coast which is fabulous in its own right and quite…
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Regions To Visit In Malaysia
Planning your trip to Malaysia and want to better understand the different regions of Malaysia, what they offer and what you have time to fit into your trip? Then you’re in the right place. In today's podcast, I detail all the different regions in Malaysia from Sabah to Penang, the highlights of...
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Your Perfect First Trip Malaysia Itinerary PART 2
Planning your first trip to Malaysia and wondering what you should do? Or maybe you’re planning your second, third or fourth trip and wondering if you’ve missed anything you shouldn’t have? Don’t worry, I have you covered! In today’s episode, we’re discussing your perfect first trip itinerary…
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Your Perfect First Trip Malaysia Itinerary PART 1
Planning your first trip to Malaysia and wondering what you should do? Or maybe you’re planning your second, third or fourth trip and wondering if you’ve missed anything you shouldn’t have? Don’t worry, I have you covered! In today’s episode, we’re discussing your perfect first trip itinerary....
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Why Kuala Lumpur Should Be Your First Stop In Malaysia
Heading to Malaysia? Fantastic! No doubt, you'll want to visit the capital, Kuala Lumpur. So what should you do there? Kuala Lumpur is the capital of Malaysia and, with over 1.8 million people, there is a lot to do here. It’s home to the iconic Petronas Towers and the just-being-finished second...
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Absolutely Everything About Flying To Malaysia
Getting ready to book your flights to Malaysia? Fantastic! But don't do it without listening to this first! Malaysia is a fantastic destination but for some of us, it's a long way to go which means booking a flight can feel complicated and expensive. It doesn't have to be though! In today's...
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Why You Should Visit Malaysia RIGHT NOW!
Wondering if you should visit Malaysia next? Or heading to Malaysia and want to know what you have to look forward to? Or maybe you have a partner, friend, parent or kid that’s not convinced you should go to Malaysia... Make sure you (and they) listen to this! Malaysia is a spectacular country.…
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About this show
Wish you were in Malaysia right now? Do the next best thing and join us on the Dive Into Malaysia Travel podcast!We cover everything from the best places to visit to how to get to Malaysia to where to stay and exactly what to do while you are there.We’ll help you plan your perfect trip while dreaming of the great adventures you’re going to have!From all the great food you’re going to eat to lounging on the best looking beaches to standing on top of the world in the new Merdeka 118, we’re going to help you fall in love with this country.Dive Into Malaysia Travel Podcast is your go-to resource for everything Malaysia travel so you can plan your first or fiftieth trip to this great country.Malaysia travel expert and aficionado, Sharon Gourlay, along with special local guests, answer all your questions and will inspire and motivate you to travel to Malaysia while helping you with everything practical that you need to know.Hit subscribe to make sure you don’t miss an episode and find
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