{"id":31911,"date":"2022-10-12T03:25:31","date_gmt":"2022-10-11T19:25:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carsome.my\/news\/item\/vacation-in-malaysia"},"modified":"2024-07-15T15:48:11","modified_gmt":"2024-07-15T07:48:11","slug":"vacation-in-malaysia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/item\/vacation-in-malaysia","title":{"rendered":"Top Holiday Destinations for a Budget Vacation in Malaysia"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After a tough two years of travel restrictions, we can finally go on vacation to our heart\u2019s content again. While many people decide to go overseas for their holidays, there\u2019s also no shortage of excellent vacation spots in Malaysia. In fact, vacationing locally gives you less hassle and is often more affordable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, if you\u2019re looking for travel ideas for a budget vacation in Malaysia, let us show you where to go.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Penang<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-29087\" src=\"https:\/\/carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1295031482-1.jpg\" alt=\"Penang bridge\" width=\"2121\" height=\"1414\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1295031482-1.jpg 2121w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1295031482-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1295031482-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1295031482-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1295031482-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1295031482-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1295031482-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1295031482-1-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1295031482-1-1068x712.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1295031482-1-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2121px) 100vw, 2121px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Penang is widely known as the street food capital of Malaysia, and for a good reason. It\u2019s home to amazing foods from diverse Malaysian cultures from nasi kandar to char kuey teow and more. Besides food, you also have gorgeous architectural and cultural spots that you can visit for free or for just a small entrance fee. Here are some things you can do in Penang.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Eat delicious foods:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Some of the food spots you should visit in Penang include the original Nasi Kandar Hameediyah, Mee Sotong Hameed Pata at Esplanade Park Food Court, Padang Brown Food Court, and the Air Itam Asam Laksa. If you\u2019re looking for a delicious budget weekend getaway, we reckon you\u2019ll be happy just trying all the amazing food here.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Explore Georgetown:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Being a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Georgetown is filled with colonial-era buildings with quirky murals dotted around the city. Here, you can take pictures with the murals, go cafe hopping, explore Penang\u2019s Little India, and visit buildings like the Cheong Fatt Tze Blue Mansion where a part of Crazy Rich Asians was shot.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-29086 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-638407392-1.jpg\" alt=\"Penang Hill - Vacation in Malaysia\" width=\"2123\" height=\"1411\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-638407392-1.jpg 2123w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-638407392-1-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-638407392-1-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-638407392-1-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-638407392-1-1536x1021.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-638407392-1-2048x1361.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-638407392-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-638407392-1-696x463.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-638407392-1-1068x710.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-638407392-1-1920x1276.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2123px) 100vw, 2123px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Visit Popular Landmarks:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Some popular tourist spots you should visit include Kek Lok Si Temple, Fort Cornwallis, Penang Hill, Tanjung Bungah Floating Mosque, and The Top Penang which houses a theme park and a glass skywalk.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Go Hiking:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> When people think of Penang, they usually think of the beaches, but this island also has fun hiking trails worth checking out. You can go on a beginner-friendly hike at Bukit Jambul, stroll in the Youth Park (<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taman Bandaraya<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), or take more challenging paths up Penang Hill.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Visit the museums:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Penang also houses museums offering everything from historical exhibits to quirky art pieces. And most of the museums have cheap tickets, making them a must-visit when you&#8217;re on vacation in Malaysia. Popular museums include the Pinang Peranakan Mansion, Colonial Penang Museum, Upside Down Museum, and the Penang 3D Trick Art Museum.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Read More:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/item\/after-road-trip-checklist\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Car Maintenance Checklist for Your Road Trip<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Kuching, Sarawak<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-29088\" src=\"https:\/\/carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1152438264-1.jpg\" alt=\"Kuching Waterfront Aerial View\" width=\"2001\" height=\"1499\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1152438264-1.jpg 2001w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1152438264-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1152438264-1-1024x767.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1152438264-1-768x575.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1152438264-1-1536x1151.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1152438264-1-150x112.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1152438264-1-696x521.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1152438264-1-1068x800.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1152438264-1-1920x1438.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2001px) 100vw, 2001px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you miss flying in a plane but still want a budget vacation in Malaysia, Kuching is the perfect place to visit. As the capital city of Sarawak, Kuching has plenty of malls, restaurants, and unique natural as well as cultural attractions. Here\u2019s some of what you can do in Kuching.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Visit the various museums:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you\u2019ve never been to Kuching, you should definitely visit its museums. There\u2019s the Sarawak Museum, established in 1860, the Cat Museum which houses cat-related artifacts, and the brand new Borneo Cultures Museum opened in March 2022.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Sarawak Cultural village:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Home of the annual Rainforest World Music Festival, the Sarawak Cultural Village also has authentic homes of the various local tribes including Iban, Bidayuh, Malay, and more. Besides visiting the homes and learning about the local lifestyle, there are also scheduled dance performances which you shouldn\u2019t miss.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-29089\" src=\"https:\/\/carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1308015984-1.jpg\" alt=\"Two bowls of laksa Sarawak\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1308015984-1.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1308015984-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1308015984-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1308015984-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1308015984-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1308015984-1-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1308015984-1-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1308015984-1-1068x801.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1308015984-1-1920x1440.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Try the local food:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Kuching is home to the now well-known Laksa Sarawak, Kolo Mee, and Sarawak layer cake. However, you also shouldn\u2019t miss trying other local foods such as Gula Apong ice cream made with local palm sugar and umai which is a fish dish similar to ceviche. To try authentic Sarawakian Dayak food, check out Lepau (halal) and the.Dyak (non-halal).<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Kuching Waterfront:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Located right in the heart of the city, the Kuching Waterfront is a scenic spot by the river where you can visit colonial structures like Fort Margherita, the Kuching Old Courthouse, and new attractions like the Darul Hana Bridge. Along the Waterfront is the Kuching Main Bazaar where you can get all your souvenirs from. After all, what is a Malaysian vacation without some souvenirs?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Read More: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/item\/malaysia-car-camping-tips\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Car Camping in Malaysia: Essential Supplies &amp; Top Camping Spots to Visit<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Sekinchan, Selangor<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-29082\" src=\"https:\/\/carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1251616392-1.jpg\" alt=\"Boy in Sekinchan paddy field\" width=\"2121\" height=\"1414\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1251616392-1.jpg 2121w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1251616392-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1251616392-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1251616392-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1251616392-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1251616392-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1251616392-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1251616392-1-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1251616392-1-1068x712.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1251616392-1-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2121px) 100vw, 2121px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sekinchan is a small fishing village located a 1.5-hour drive away from Kuala Lumpur, making it a great destination for a budget weekend getaway. It\u2019s best known for its huge, lush paddy fields. Though you could cover Sekinchan on a day trip, you can also head to nearby Kuala Selangor for more activities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Visit lush paddy fields:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> No trip to Sekinchan is complete without visiting its beautiful paddy fields. The fields stretch as far as you can see and make for a gorgeous scene against the open blue sky. While here, you can visit the Paddy Gallery to learn about paddy cultivation and processing, besides buying souvenirs. The best time to see the paddy fields are in March, April, September, and October before they get harvested.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Drop by Kuala Selangor:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> For a proper weekend getaway even on a budget, you can drop by Kuala Selangor to visit the Sky Mirror and see the fireflies. During low tides, the ground at the Sky Mirror reflects the sky, looking like a perfect mirror, making for excellent photo opportunities. In the evening, you can go on a fireflies boat tour along the mangrove forest.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-29083 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/skymirror-1.png\" alt=\"Sekinchan Skymirror - Vacation in Malaysia\" width=\"1775\" height=\"888\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/skymirror-1.png 1775w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/skymirror-1-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/skymirror-1-1024x512.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/skymirror-1-768x384.png 768w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/skymirror-1-1536x768.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/skymirror-1-150x75.png 150w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/skymirror-1-696x348.png 696w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/skymirror-1-1068x534.png 1068w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1775px) 100vw, 1775px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Image source: skymirrormalaysia.org<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Enjoy fresh seafood:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Both Sekinchan and Kuala Selangor are known for fresh, delicious seafood. If you\u2019re on a vacation here, make sure to visit one of the many restaurants as the food here is not only tasty but also more affordable than in other places.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Cherating, Pahang<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-29084\" src=\"https:\/\/carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1094378504-1.jpg\" alt=\"Baby turtle on the beach\" width=\"2127\" height=\"1409\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1094378504-1.jpg 2127w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1094378504-1-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1094378504-1-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1094378504-1-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1094378504-1-1536x1018.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1094378504-1-2048x1357.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1094378504-1-150x99.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1094378504-1-696x461.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1094378504-1-1068x707.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/GettyImages-1094378504-1-1920x1272.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2127px) 100vw, 2127px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cherating is a beautiful, coastal town that\u2019s probably best known for housing the premium Club Med Cherating hotel. However, there are plenty of budget vacation attractions here that are sure to occupy your weekend getaway schedule. Besides having a swim or picnic on the beach, here are other things to do in Cherating.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Visit baby turtles:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Cherating has a turtle sanctuary where you can see baby turtles and learn about the local turtle conservation efforts. If you\u2019re lucky, you can even join the staff in releasing baby turtles back into the sea.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Go surfing:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> One of the very few surfing spots in Malaysia is located at Cherating. The swells here measure over four feet high and can run for up to 500 meters. If you\u2019re a beginner and have always wanted to surf, you can visit Cherating Point Surf School to learn how to surf. The best time to surf here is during the North-East monsoon season from November to March.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Read More:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/item\/how-to-choose-a-family-car\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best Family Cars in Malaysia<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-29085\" src=\"https:\/\/carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/cheratingpoint-surfing-1.jpg\" alt=\"surfing vacation in Malaysia\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/cheratingpoint-surfing-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/cheratingpoint-surfing-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/cheratingpoint-surfing-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/cheratingpoint-surfing-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/cheratingpoint-surfing-1-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/cheratingpoint-surfing-1-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/cheratingpoint-surfing-1-1068x801.jpg 1068w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Image source: cheratingpoint.com<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Eat authentic Terengganu food:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Cherating is only a short drive away from Kemaman, where you can find tasty Terengganu cuisine including keropok lekor, otak-otak, mee calong, and of course, seafood.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Tour the mangrove river:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The Cherating River cruise is a popular attraction in the area. You can spot animals like monkeys, snakes, and monitor lizards on the daytime river cruise, while the evening fireflies river cruise lets you experience glowing fireflies up close. Fun fact \u2013 the fireflies in Cherating are of the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pteroptyx bearni<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> variety which glow unsynchronized to each other, unlike the ones in Kuala Selangor which flash in sync.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Johor Bahru, Johor<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-29080\" src=\"https:\/\/carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/legoland-driving-1.png\" alt=\"Boy driving at Legoland\" width=\"1411\" height=\"818\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/legoland-driving-1.png 1411w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/legoland-driving-1-300x174.png 300w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/legoland-driving-1-1024x594.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/legoland-driving-1-768x445.png 768w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/legoland-driving-1-150x87.png 150w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/legoland-driving-1-696x403.png 696w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/legoland-driving-1-1068x619.png 1068w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1411px) 100vw, 1411px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Image source: legoland.com.my<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When people think of a budget vacation in Malaysia, Johor Bahru rarely comes to mind. To the unfamiliar, it may look like any other Malaysian city. However, JB actually boasts a diverse list of attractions from its heritage street to the Legoland theme park.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Visit LEGOLAND:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> LEGOLAND Malaysia is one of the top local theme parks right now with over 15,000 LEGO models in eight themed areas, a water park, and a marine aquarium. Besides marveling at lifelike LEGO recreations of major cities, there are tons of rides to try out and fun performances to enjoy with the family.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Go on a shopping spree:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> JB is also home to shopping destinations with excellent deals. At the Johor Premium Outlets, you have over 150 luxury branded outlets such as Coach, Balenciaga, Calvin Klein, and Adidas that offer discounted merchandise. Another place to visit is Pasar Karat, a large flea market that sells everything from street food to clothes, and even refurbished electronics, all at affordable prices. The Pasar Karat opens every night except on Mondays.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-29081 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Red-House-JB.jpg\" alt=\"The Red House in JB\" width=\"1000\" height=\"668\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Red-House-JB.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Red-House-JB-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Red-House-JB-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Red-House-JB-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Red-House-JB-696x465.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Image source: thestar.com.my<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Try the local food:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Just like other cities, JB has its own food culture with tasty cuisines. A budget vacation in Johor isn\u2019t complete without trying its food, so don\u2019t miss visiting Meldrum Walk to feast on street food including fried oysters, mutton soup, satay, and much more. If you\u2019re looking for old-school pastries, check out Salahuddin Bakery where they have been selling flaky curry puffs, bread, and various cakes since 1937.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Explore Johor Bahru city:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> There\u2019s no shortage of things to see here, so make sure you explore the city. Places worth mentioning include the Tan Hiok Nee Heritage Street with its antique shop houses, the Istana Besar which was the former home of the Johor Sultan, and Danga Bay which is a scenic waterfront with a recreational park and seafood restaurants.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We hope we\u2019ve inspired you to plan your own fun vacation in Malaysia. 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