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Frequently Asked Questions About Malaysia

Malay is the official language of Malaysia, but as a traveller, English is widely spoken, and you can easily navigate the country and talk with the locals using English. 

The national currency is the Malaysian Ringgit (MR). It is possible to travel in Malaysia on a budget.

1 CAD ≈ 3 MR.

Most countries can travel to Malaysia visa-free for up to 90 days. 

Make sure to check the visa requirements for your country if you are planning a trip to Malaysia. For the latest visa requirements, I check the Passport Index.

Malaysia is generally a safe country to travel in. Staying aware of your surroundings (particularly after dark), avoiding potentially higher-risk areas, and following local advice can help ensure a safer experience as a traveller. Always check 

As with everywhere, make sure to travel with insurance – I always use SafetyWing Travel Insurance and have found it extremely simple to use and affordable for my travels. 

There isn’t really a “best” time to visit Malaysia because it is a vast country. Malaysia is hot and humid year-round, and it can experience tropical rain showers at any time. 

To understand peak season, you will want to know whether you are going to Peninsular Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur, Georgetown/Penang, Cameron Highlands) or to Malaysian Borneo.

Monsoon Season is the wettest and is best to avoid the different areas during these times: 

Eastern Peninsula – Wet from October to March

Western Peninsula – Wet from May to October

Borneo – Wet from November to February 

Nasi Lemak – National dish with coconut rice served with sambal, fried anchovies, peanuts, and cucumber. 

Laksa – Spicy noodle soup, either creamy coconut-based Curry Laksa, or Assam laksa, sour and fish-based with tamarind.

Char Kway Teow: Flat rice noodles stir-fried in a smoky wok with shrimp, cockles, eggs, and bean sprouts.

It is generally not recommended to drink the tap water in Malaysia. You can easily buy bottled water or use a water purifier. 

I always use Booking.com because I consider it to be the best place to book affordable accommodations worldwide. They have a huge selection of places to stay, from boutique hotels, luxury resorts, budget-friendly hostels, or complete apartments. 

If you prefer Expedia, you can always check out nice properties there. Gotta keep your gold status!