I’m Kyra and I review holidays to inspire your next escape. The cultural melting pot of Malaysia was my latest adventure. My first stop was the capital Kuala Lumpur. From the moment I stepped out of the airport I fell in love with the organised hustle and bustle. And who can visit this city without a trip to the Petronas Towers? To capture the memories, I took stunning panoramic images of the city from the new camera I bought from at the Low Yat shopping mall, famed for state of the art gadgets, for half price!

Or if you want to shop for clothes, toys and try out the local gastronomy, opposite the Low Yat mall is Berjaya Times Square which has over 1,000 retail stores and 65 food outlets. A must visit is the food court - Taste of Asia – offering a smorgasbord of restaurants from local cuisine to international fare. I enjoyed a slap-up, inexpensive Malay curry there and then went to relax at the Dorset Regency Hotel. I chose the hotel for its location, situated in the heart of Kuala Lumpur’s Golden Triangle, only a few minutes walk from the Pavilion, KL Convention Centre, Sungei Wang shopping centre and the Berjaya Times Square. I was delighted with my accommodation with free wi-fi access, a 32 inch plasma TV screen, 24 hour room service and a seriously comfortable bed.

After a few days of city sightseeing to various places like the Suria KLCC (popular for its Aquarium), Petrosains (Science Discovery Center),the Petronas Art Gallery, Batu Caves, Orchid Garden, Zoo, Museum, Royal Palace, Temples and the not to miss bird park – Taman Tasik Perdana which is part of the scenic Lake Gardens, I headed off to the lush island of Langkawi, to unwind. Langkawi is a bit of a hidden gem. I stayed in the beautiful Berjaya Langkawi Resort, nestled in the splendour of a tropical rainforest, located on the sun-drenched coast of Burau Bay.

The resort features chalets and suites decorated in typical Malay-style architecture designed to create harmony with the stunning natural surroundings. A highlight was the amazing views of the Andaman sea, which you can enjoy over a sunset dinner at the resort. Offering a tranquil ambiance, with swaying palm trees there is a children’s playground and an extensive range of recreational facilities for the entire family. There is a plethora of activities to choose from such as a Mangrove safari, water sports, jungle trekking, scuba diving or just enjoy chilling out at the resort’s beautiful pool. To satisfy your taste for the exotic, Malaysia is a holiday destination that should be top of your list

My holiday was arranged by Brightsun Travel who offers a helpful and friendly service, answering all my questions such as offering the most convenient flights times and providing details on a selection of hotels.

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