KUALA LUMPUR: Foreign vacationers are again in Malaysia, and many are right here to “experience the diverse cultures of the Malaysian people, with the lure of Malaysian food also being a major attraction”.
Couple Jake Breathwick and Amy Kempster, each 23, who had been in Kuala Lumpur as half of their five-month journey throughout South-East Asia, mentioned they included town as a result of of the distinctive city vibes it displayed.
“We wanted to experience something urban during our journey and Kuala Lumpur fit the bill completely when compared to other neighbouring countries in the region,” mentioned the couple from London.
“Malaysian food is also mouth-watering and it is nice to experience the plethora of cultures living here. We also feel very safe and secure when traversing the streets.”
Everyone was useful and accommodating, and transferring about was not a difficulty as a majority of the individuals they met spoke English, they added.
Moroccans Elyas El Ouardane and his spouse Rania Slfe mentioned they determined to spend a couple of days in Malaysia whereas on transit to Qatar from Bali, Indonesia.
“Upon arriving, we instantly fell in love with the place and are considering settling down here in the long term,” they mentioned, including that dwelling right here is kind of inexpensive and they just like the pure and lush inexperienced environment within the city areas.
Elyas mentioned he was additionally trying ahead to visiting Batu Caves and Langkawi throughout the the rest of their journey.
“It is also amazing to see so many diverse cultures living in harmony with one another,” mentioned Elyas, who shared that his favorite Malaysian food to date is satay.
Singapore-based Spaniard Luis Anton, 46, mentioned he determined to take a highway journey together with his spouse to Kuala Lumpur as half of a weekend escape.
“Kuala Lumpur was our destination of choice mainly because it is accessible by car when travelling from Singapore.
“Although it is not our first time here, we also do not foresee it being the last,” he mentioned.
German Maurice Waltear, 20, who was in transit to New Zealand, mentioned he was pleasantly shocked by Malaysian food.
“The fried noodles especially is delicious and the local food culture is unique when compared to what we have in Europe,” he mentioned.
“It is also interesting to see so many skyscrapers and high-rise buildings here.”
On June 4, Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri mentioned Malaysia has recorded about a million vacationer arrivals because it reopened its borders on April 1.
She mentioned the quantity signifies that the nation has reached the midway mark of its “Malaysia Truly Asia 2022” marketing campaign goal of two million vacationer arrivals.
