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Lonely Planet Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei

Simon Richmond

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Total reviews: 13 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 2 people found this review helpful.

This book is great. It has accurate information and makes trip planning a breeze. I have traveled all over Asia, and I use lonely planet books to plan all my trips.

A Very Good Guide Book 5 out of 5 stars.
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I spent the better part of the afternoon reading this book as I'm planning on a trip to Singapore and Malaysia this week. The Lonely Planet can usually (although not always) be counted on to provide for solid information on travel destinations and this one does just that. It's pretty well written and everything is nicely laid out. I particularly enjoyed the historical overview at the beginning and the section on the national psyche. Malaysia and Singapore (I didn't read about Brunei) sound like thoroughly enjoyable and interesting places. I especially appreciated the description of KL as being something of a nightmare for pedestrians. That's the type of honesty that travelers need, and it's also what helped make the Lonely Planet famous in the first place.

Editorial Review:

Have your fortune told by a psychic parrot, then dig into dosa in Singapore's Little India p561. Trek in the footsteps of tribal war parties on the Headhunters' Trail in Gunung Mulu National Park p337. Travel the length of Peninsular Malaysia, through the world's oldest rainforest, on the Jungle Railway p330. Give the turtles plenty of space as they haul their 750kg-bodies up the beaches of Cherating p280. Top adventure activity coverage - the best hiking, snorkelling, caving, diving or bird-watching info. Five authors and 2731 hours in-country researching this edition More listings of sustainable businesses, to help you make the right choices for the environment.

Lonely Planet Kuala Lumpur Melaka & Penang (Lonely Planet Travel Guides) (Regional Guide)

Joe Bindloss; Celeste Brash

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Great guide, packed with lots of info! 5 out of 5 stars.
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I purchased this guide and the DK Eyewitness Malaysia/Singapore guide about a month before I went on my trip to KL. I just returned last night after spending a week there.

Let me just say that the LP guide is awesome! It is packed full of all the info you could possibly want to know and it also includes maps of the different areas of KL as well as transit maps. It describes in detail the different things to do in KL, where to stay(as well as phone numbers) and where to eat.

A lot of restaurants in KL don't give many details on their menus so you're not always sure what exactly you're eating, but this KL guide includes a food glossary so you can quickly look up most foods. I found it very helpful because I have issues with trying to eat something when I have no clue what it is, even if it is delicious.

As far as shopping, it did include information on all the major shopping areas in KL.

I carried this guide with me everywhere I went. I used this book a whole lot more than my DK guide, but I would still buy both. If you're planning a trip to KL, I wholeheartedly recommend this guide!

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Discover Kuala Lumpur, Melaka, and Penang

Shop like a local at Kuala Lumpur's Pudu Market before retiring to Jin Bukit Bintang for a Chinese massage
Catch a waft of incense as you trundle around Melaka in a kitsch, technicolor trishaw
Master the art of noodle-slurping at a hawker stall in Penang

In This Guide:

Two authors, 700+ hours on the road, 79 cups of teh tarik
Food and Drink chapter written by a resident food specialist
The only guidebook devoted entirely to Kuala Lumpur, Melaka and Penang
Content updated daily - visit lonelyplanet.com for up-to-the-minute reviews, updates, and traveler suggestions

The Rough Guide to Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei 5 (Rough Guide Travel Guides)

Charles de Ledesma, Mark Lewis, Pauline Savage, Steven Martin

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The Rough Guide to Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei is the definitive guide to these three fascinating Southeast Asian countries. There’s detailed coverage of Malaysia’s superb natural attractions, including Taman Negara – the Peninsula’s main national park, with its four gateways – and, in Sabah and Sarawak, Mount Kinabalu and the limestone pinnacles at Mulu. Great beaches and islands also get full attention, including the islands of Langkawi, the Perhentians and the dive mecca of Sipidan. There’s plenty on the indigenous tribes of Borneo too, including how to make upriver trips to traditional longhouses. The book also provides the lowdown on Singapore’s burgeoning entertainment scene – from alternative gigs to cutting-edge theatre – and uncovers the secret charms of secluded Brunei. All the background you need to get the best out of these multicultural nations is here, including a food vocabulary to help you order the best Malay, Chinese and Indian fare, and insights into local etiquette.

Sabah & Kota Kinabalu Travel Map

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This extended edition of the city map of Kuching includes all the latest developments.

Kuala Lumpur Travel Map Fourth Edition (Malaysia Regional Maps)

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Great map of Kuala Lampur 5 out of 5 stars.
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Got this map at a great price from Amazon. It has a great amount of details of the city. I especially like the map labels of the hotels, department stores, and public/government areas. Kuala Lampur is an amazing city.

Kuala Lumpur Complete Residents' Guides

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Comprehensive, fun and easy to use, the Kuala Lumpur Explorer is packed with invaluable information and advice for expats living in this vibrant part of the world. Meticulously researched and written by residents who know the place inside out, it contains all the insider info anyone could need to help them make the most of living, working and playing. With the most in-depth, practical and accurate coverage of Kuala Lumpur and its surrounding areas, the Kuala Lumpur Explorer is the ultimate companion for residents, whether they’ve just stepped off the plane or been here for years.

East Malaysia and Brunei: Periplus Adventure Guides

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The Periplus Adventure guides do precisely what a great travel book should do- make you want to get up and go! Periplus adventure guides show you how to get there, and then help make the absolute most out of a stay, leaving no stone, no beach, no fine restaurant or mountain trail untried. With detailed, up-to-date maps, photographs-both new and archival- personal recommendations and inside tips from expert authors, the guides go well beyond the usual travel fare and offer an extraordinary value for the money.

This fall, Periplus proudly offers nine additions to the Adventure Guide list, exploring some of the most breathtaking, historically important and lesser known regions of Indonesia and Malaysia and Singapore. These include an updated guide to the exotic volcanic island of Bali; the flora and fauna-rich rainforests of East Malaysia and Brunei; the little known islands of Nusa Tenggara that lie East of Bali from Lombok to Timor; the center of the Indonesian archipelago, Java, rich in Buddhist tradition; the primitive and wildlife-filled province of Kalimanatan: Indonesian Borneo, home to the fascinating Dyak culture; Maluku: Indonesian Spice Islands, a sun-drenched string of pearl like islands in the tropical sea of Eastern Indonesia; the truly wild, mountainous island of Sulawesi-for which this is the only guidebook available; Sumatra, home of mighty rivers, sparkling highland lakes and lush tropical rain forests; and the most comprehensive guide to West Malaysia and Singapore ever produced.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Culture Shock! At Your Door: A Survival Guide to Customs & Etiquette)

Lynn Witham

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia at Your Door 1 out of 5 stars.
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Unfortunately the book was not available and not sent to me.

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You'll never feel intimidated and awkward about the customs and etiquette of another country again. With the insights provided in this CULTURE SHOCK! Guide, you'll learn to see beyond the stereotypes and misinformation that often precede a visit to a foreign land. Whether you plan to stay for a week or for a year, you'll benefit from such topics as understanding the rules of driving and monetary systems, religious practices and making friends. There are tips on political traditions, building business relationships, and the particular intricacies of setting up a home or office. Great for the business traveler, the foreign exchange student, or the tourist who makes a sincere attempt to cross the bridge into a new and exciting culture.

Lonely Planet Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei

Chris Rowthorn, Sara Benson, Russell Kerr, Christine Niven

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From Antarctica to Zimbabwe, if you're going there chances are Lonely Planet has been there first. With a pithy and matter-of-fact writing style, these guides are guaranteed to calm the nerves of first-time world travelers, while still listing off-the-beaten-path finds sure to thrill even the most jaded globetrotters. Lonely Planet has been perfecting its guidebooks for nearly 30 years, and as a result has experience and know-how similar to an older sibling's "been there" advice. The original backpacker's bible, the LP series has recently widened its reach. While still giving insights for the low-budget traveler, the books now list a wide range of accommodations and itineraries for those with less time than money.

From lazing on tropical beaches or boating jungle rivers to tasting Singapore's best dishes or exploring the sultanate of Brunei, this book offers detailed coverage of the diverse offerings of this part of the world. This fully updated guide presents tips on speaking Bahasa Malaysia and a special guide to visiting temples and mosques. --Kathryn True

Malaysia Brunei & Singapore (Country & Regional Guides - Cadogan)

James Alexander

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Visit the far-flung climes of Malaysia, Brunei and Singapore with Cadogan’s new three-country guide. Whether you are looking for beaches, culture or adventure, Cadogan will seek out the best that these three very different destinations have to offer. Discover fascinating history and thriving cultural heritage, from the staggering heights of Kuala Lumpur’s Petronas Towers to the delicious regional dishes at traditional hawker stalls. Take the train from Beaufort to Tenom, winding through dramatic jungle scenery and tiny provincial stations; venture into Northern Borneo, the only part accessible to tourists; and explore some of the oldest tropical rainforest on the planet. Discerning listings will lead you to unique, charming and luxurious places to stay, plus the finest restaurants in which to indulge in world-class cuisine. With Cadogan by your side, a visit to Malaysia, Brunei and Singapore will be the trip of a lifetime.