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We have a range of luxury hotels in Kuala Lumpur to make your stay in Malaysia's capital city. Have a look at just a selection of the hotels you can stay in during your holiday to Malaysia.

Malaysia is dotted with opulent and lavishly comfortable hotels and tourist resorts, from beach resorts to city centre boutique hotels. A visit to any one is an expression in luxury, and most are close to beautiful scenery and landscapes the likes of which can be seen in few other places in the world.

To the far north, Malaysia is covered in dense rainforest and is home to a spectacular selection of creatures and plant species, from wild ginger to the Stumed-tail Macaque. A visit to the Elephant Orphanage is an experience which creates lifetime memories. 

Beach resorts allow visitors to experience the warm calm of the South China Sea and the golden warmth of yellow sunbeams, ideal for a sun holiday or beach trip.

For more information about a Malaysia holiday, enquire with us and one of our Malaysia travel experts will get back to you shortly.

Malaysia is full of diversity which is reflected in its population. 57% of the country is made up of Malays and the other 43% comprises of Chinese, Indian, Bumiputeras and other races. 

The national language of Malaysia is Malay and English is also broadly spoken as well. The diverse population also means that there are other languages and dialects spoken in the country.

The official religion is Islam, although there are also other practising religions such as Buddhism and Christianity.

Malaysia is known for being the ‘Land of the Festivals’ and that’s not surprise considering the diverse mix of various cultures and religions. Here is an extensive list of festivals, celebrations and public holidays in Malaysia:

• New Year
• Maulidur Rasul
• Federal Territory Day (Putrajaya, Kuala Lumpur and Labuan only)
• Chinese New Year
• Labour Day
• Wesak
• Tadau Kaamatan (Sabah and Labuan)
• Gawai Dayak Festival (Sarawak)
• King’s Birthday
• Independence Day (Hari Merdeka)
• Malaysia Day
• Hari Raya Aidiladha
• Deepavali (except Labuan and Sarawak)
• Awal Muharram
• Christmas

Malaysia has all year round tropical weather with temperatures range from 21ºC to 32ºC. Due to the tropical climate it will feel hot and humid. Rainy season occurs from April to October but it is still a welcome time to visit as during this time it provides a comfort from the humidity.

Malaysia is a beautiful country to explore. We have some handy travel information to get you acquainted into what to expect on your Malaysia holiday.

Malaysia has a diverse and vibrant culture. Whether you choose to explore the bustling capital city of Kuala Lumpur, or visit Borneo the largest island in Asia or go to Langkawi for its lush beaches, there is something to please everyone. 

Enjoy a stress free wedding with one of our Malaysia wedding packages. Our wedding packages can be tailored to suit you and we have experts on hand to help with all the arrangements needed.

With our Malaysia wedding packages, we will sort out the location, guests travel arrangements, the ceremony, flowers and anything else you can think of! So whether you want a romantic beach wedding in Langkawi, or a wedding in the vibrant city of Kuala Lumpur, we can sort out the details for you.

We can get in touch with resorts and hotels for special tailored wedding packages for your special day. Our wedding packages can include things like a wedding cake of your choosing, bridal bouquet and groom’s buttonhole, breakfast in bed and much more. We can even include little extras in your Antigua wedding package such as bride and groom spa treatments, canapés and champagne for the newlyweds, in-room treats like candles, rose petals and chocolates, framed wedding certificate, photo album, photographs, and many more.

All your wedding questions, queries and worries will be eliminated with one of our great Malaysia wedding packages

Enquire with us now and we can start planning your dream Malaysia wedding package.

Malaysia is an ideal country for luxury holidays, family holidays and beach holidays. This South-East Asian country is divided into the peninsular Malaysia, located between Thailand and Singapore, and to Malaysian Borneo. This is the northern part of the Borneo Island; the southern part belongs to Indonesia.

Most tourists visiting Malaysia for an all inclusive holiday visit the islands off the peninsular part of Malaysia. There are beach resorts and islands on both sides of the Malaysian peninsular, on the East coast and the West coast, and they are perfect for those looking for a relaxing Malaysia Holidays at an all inclusive resort.

An abundance of stunning beaches and luxurious resorts makes Langkawi Malaysia's most famous island for luxury all inclusive accomodation. However, the Malaysian Borneo with its jungles and mountains has exciting opportunities for all inclusive Malaysia holidays, especially if you love nature and wildlife and have an adventurous spirit.

Malaysia Holidays: Deals and Flights

Typically, tourists visiting Malaysia to indulge in a truly luxurious Malaysian Holiday, all inclusive board basis, fly first to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia's capital, before connecting to the beach resorts. Kuala Lumpur (KL) is an international transport hub and it receives daily flights from around the world.

Kuala Lumpur itself is a modern busy city and many visitors combine Malaysia holidays all inclusive in a beach resort with a few days of shopping in KL. There is a wide range of luxury accommodation in Kuala Lumpur including international five-star hotels that are ideal for Malaysia Holidays All Inclusive.

Malaysia Holidays: All Inclusive Langkawi

Langkawi is the most famous tourist destination in Malaysia for international visitors and an ideal place for luxury an all inclusive Malaysia holiday. The Langkawi Island has palm-fringed sandy beaches, a wide range of luxury accommodation, excellent food, and beautiful scenery with hills and jungle.

Many luxury resorts that offer all inclusive Malaysia Holidays are located in small bays with beautiful sandy beaches. Langkawi is actually a group of islands off the West coast of Malaysia, in the Andaman Sea. The main island, Pulau Langkawi, is where most visitors on an all inclusive Malaysia holiday stay.

Langkawi has become very popular for luxury all inclusive Malaysia holidays, family holidays and diving holidays. The most popular activities on Langkawi include snorkelling and scuba diving. Snorkelling is available in most resorts and on most beaches, and there are beautiful coral reefs around the island. You can easily rent snorkelling equipment and arrange a day trip on a boat to a reef to see colourful marine life, including various types of fish and corals.

Diving enthusiasts can dive around Langkawi or arrange a trip to the nearby Pulau Payar Marine Park, a short boat trip away. This marine park offers excellent opportunities for diving whether you are an experienced diver or a recent beginner. There are also opportunities for good shopping on the island, and Langkawi with its many different cultures hosts several fascinating festivals and events around the year.

Malaysia Holidays: All Inclusive Family Holidays

Malaysia is an excellent destination for family all inclusive Malaysia holidays. It is generally very safe and many beach resorts are very popular with families. One of the most popular destinations for families on all inclusive Malaysia Holidays is Langkawi.

Many luxury hotels and resorts are family friendly and offer activities for the young ones. Some resorts arrange childcare so that parents can enjoy their all inclusive Malaysia holidays while knowing that their children are looked after by childcare professionals. Langkawi's beaches and beach resorts offer many activities for children, whether toddlers or slightly older children.

Malaysia Holidays: All Inclusives Activities 

One of the best parts of Malaysia Holidays All Inclusive is the food. Malaysia is famous for its cuisine that is influenced by all the different cultures and ethnic groups that make up the country's population: Malays, Chinese and Indian populations, and immigrants from the neighbouring countries.

The most famous destination for food in Malaysia is the island of Penang, located a boat trip away from Langkawi. The beaches in Penang are not very popular for beach holidays, especially because the beaches on nearby Langkawi are better for Malaysia Holidays All Inclusive; however those who enjoy food and culture can easily arrange a trip from Langkawi to Penang.

The food in Penang ranges from the Nonya cuisine (Chinese-Malay cuisine) to Malay specialities, a wide variety of Indian food – especially South Indian – and to great Chinese food. Even if you cannot visit Penang, you will find excellent food in most parts of Malaysia. The cuisine is especially delicious on the West coast and on the islands off the West coast (including Langkawi).

Those parts of Malaysia that are frequented by tourists on all inclusive Malaysia Holidays, such as Kuala Lumpur and Langkawi, also offer a range of good quality Western cuisine. Both Langkawi and Kuala Lumpur have many excellent restaurants that serve foods from around the world.

Enquire with us now for information on booking an all inclusive Malaysia holiday.

Every couple wants the best for the special day that marks the beginning of their lives together. Choosing to celebrate a Malaysia wedding is a way of making your day memorable and unique. Before engaging the services of a Malaysia wedding planner, why not explore some of the most exclusive Malaysia wedding options?

Malaysia Weddings: Why Should You Choose Malaysia to Get Married?

Malaysia is a leading destination in South East Asia. The country's developed economy, political stability, and alluring combination of tradition and modernity attract 22 million visitors every year. Couples looking forward to a Malaysia wedding can benefit from the country's excellent tourist infrastructure and from the opportunity to celebrate the occasion in idyllic settings. In addition to the exotic landscape and the extensive choice of luxurious accommodation, another reason to get married in Malaysia is low bureaucracy and requirements that are relatively easy to meet.

Malaysia Weddings: Getting Married in Malaysia

Residency Requirements

The Malaysian authorities require that foreign individuals looking to get married in the country are residents of Malaysia for a minimum of 7 days (6 nights) prior to the wedding.

Special Cases

It is possible to overlook the 7-day residency requirement by requesting a Special licence from the local Minister's Office.

What to Expect

Future spouses must note that Malaysia is officially a Muslim country. Non-Muslims are allowed to get married in the country using a civil procedure. Given the multicultural character of this nation, it is also possible to celebrate a religious ceremony in Malaysia, as the country recognises other faiths, such as Christianism, Hinduism, Buddhism, etc. There is also the possibility of celebrating some truly unique and deeply spiritual ceremonies, like those performed by the tribal chiefs of Borneo. British citizens are usually required to produce a statement signed by the British High Commission, which confirms that there are no legal objections to the marriage.

Malaysia Weddings in Penang

The island of Penang is often dubbed as “the pearl of Orient”. Penang boasts impressive examples of colonial architecture and beautiful landscapes. The capital, Georgetown, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it has some of finest hotels in the country, which can set the perfect scene for your big day.

The Eastern and Oriental hotel is a legendary historical building in Penang. Built in 1885, the hotel has managed to retain the colonial charm and grandeur needed to transport guests to a bygone era. The venue caters specifically to those looking for a special wedding celebration, and it offers a wedding planner service designed to meet the most demanding expectations.

For some spectacular Malaysia wedding shots, you could head to the lighthouse near Batu Ferringhi, one of Penang's most acclaimed beaches. Alternatively, you could choose to celebrate your wedding at one of Batu Ferringhi's luxury hotels.

The Lone Pine is managed by the Eastern and Oriental hotel chain, and it offers superb standards in terms of accommodation and hospitality. The hotel offers tailor-made wedding packages that can be easily adapted to the Chinese, Malay, or Western traditions. Penang is also known for its exquisite fusion cuisine, so planning your Malaysia wedding in the island is also an opportunity to delight your guests with the best of Asian cuisine.

Malaysia Weddings in Langkawi

Langkawi island rests of the tranquil waters between Malaysia and Thailand. Langkawi has everything you might need to give you a perfect start to married life: powdery-white sand beaches, lush tropical forests, spectacular sunsets, and impeccable accommodation options.

The Four Seasons Resort is one of the most luxurious wedding venues in Langkawi. Its villas offer unrivalled views to the sea and the rainforest, and are appointed to the highest standards. Malaysia wedding packages at the Four Seasons include personalised advice by a professional wedding planner, two 60-minute spa treatments for the bride and the groom, floral arrangements, a traditional wedding cake, a 4-course dinner by the seaside, and a champagne breakfast. Alternatively, you can work with the hotel's wedding planners to create a unique ceremony and design every detail of your Malaysia wedding.

Malaysia Weddings: Other Malaysia Beach Resorts

Kuala Terengganu is a coastal town in Eastern Malaysia. Thanks to its stunning beaches and natural beauty, the area is becoming an important luxury holiday destination.

The Tanjong Jara resort is one of the most exclusive venues in Eastern Malaysia. This 5-star resort offers future spouses Malaysia wedding and honeymoon packages in the most romantic surroundings. Here you can choose to get married at the resort's fragrant tropical gardens, in their traditional pavilion located on a private courtyard, or on the half-moon shaped beach of Nelayan.

The Tanjong Jara also offers newlyweds the opportunity to celebrate the start of their new life together with their “Treasured moments” package, which includes a traditional ethnic ceremony, couple spa treatments, a tree-planting ceremony, intimate lunch and dinners, a candle-lit night-time bath in the privacy of their lavish villa, and a traditional gift for both spouses.

With perks and services to meet any traveller’s needs, Malaysia luxury hotels cater to any type of holiday or business traveller.

With over 140 Michelin five-star properties, there is a broad range of luxury hotels in Malaysia. From boutique hotels with unique and personal touches to towering contemporary havens in a bustling city, luxury hotels in Malaysia are waiting to be discovered and explored.

There are also several secluded luxury hotels in Malaysia that offer beachside or jungle oasis with sophisticated and unrivalled accommodations and resort amenities.

When looking for luxury hotels in Malaysia, the most difficult choice will be picking one. While some properties cater to travellers looking for a relaxing haven, others boast amenities for thrill-seekers and active travellers.

Have a look at our pick of just a few of the luxury hotels you can stay in on holiday to Malaysia. Or fill in the enquiry form and a Malaysia travel expert will  get back to you.

From exploring the murky rivers of Borneo to tasting food from across the globe in the skyscraper city of Kuala Lumpur, there are activities, cultures and landscapes to suit every taste – and every definition of a ‘luxury’ holiday in Malaysia. If you are looking for an unforgettable trip, luxury holidays Malaysia tick every box.

Malaysia Luxury Hotels

Having erupted from its extremely humble beginnings as a mining town, Kuala Lumpur is now a bustling hive of contemporary design and architecture. Luxury holidays to Malaysia are incomplete without a trip to the iconic Petronas Towers. They rear above the city: the largest of their kind, they incorporate shopping and convention centre and world-class concert hall in one building.

Kuala Lumpur has a bustling nightlife and is one of the gastronomic hearts of the world. It is ripe for exploring on luxury holidays in Malaysia, and the number of lavish hotels is astounding.

If you are looking for a beach holiday, luxury holidays in Malaysia will not disappoint. All along the coast are opulent hotels ideal for visitors looking for comfort and extravagance. The eastern coast of peninsular Malaysia is fringed with beautiful golden beaches perfect for sun-bathing, while the glistening waters of the South China Sea offer ample opportunities for water sports and activities. Whether you are looking for a fun-filled adventurous holiday or a few days of relaxation, luxury holidays to Malaysia will provide.

Malaysia Luxury Resorts

To the west of peninsular Malaysia is the island of Pangkor, the ideal nexus for relaxing luxury holidays to Malaysia. Here, visitors can unwind on the sunny golden beaches or take trips through the waves in ocean-activities from wind-surfing to snorkelling.

The island is home to a stop on the turtle egg-laying trail, and a visit to Turtle Bay will likely be a sight never to be forgotten. A fishing island, there are many opportunities to join the locals with your rod and reel. The tourist resort on the island is lavishly comfortable and perfect for luxury holidays in Malaysia.

Throughout the island, there are numerous resorts of varying degrees of comfort, but one thing all have in common is that they are geared towards providing an unforgettable experience and luxury holidays to Malaysia.

Borneo Holidays

Borneo is the second half to Malaysia, separated from the peninsular half by the South China Sea. Home to the largest mountain between the Himalayas and New Guinea, Borneo is the ultimate destination for luxury holidays to Malaysia.

Many visitors come to Borneo for the uncountable activities and sights: as well as Mount Kinabalu, there is the Sipadan reef, ideal for divers of all ages and skill levels, the Maliau Basin, ripe for exploring, the Sepilok Park where orang-utans frolic and a million and one other attractions certain to awe and delight all who experience them.