By FELICIA JULIN
Having access to all parts of the world through pictures and flights, we often forget what our ownbackyard has to offer. Now that we have Instagram and the ability to share a single photo to a wide audience, we treasure the little nooks and cranny that we can find in our own little town. So we hold on to it a little closer, by taking photos in mass.
Now, don’t be hasty with the decision of leaving town just so you can see something amazing overseas. We have some here, as well.
1. Pantai Klebang, Malacca
The famous beach in Malacca, with its huge stretch of beach, obvious tyre tracks, and hills after hills of sand — it could appear as though photo takers are vacationing in the Sahara dessert. This Malaysian Sahara dessert is located near Tanjung Kling in Malacca.
Apart from the physical look of the beach itself, Pantai Klebang has a unique hotel nearby called Bustel. Bustel, located at Dataran 1 Malaysia, made from old-used buses in Malacca, turned into a typical room you can find in a hotel. A night’s stay at Bustel can cost RM80 to RM120 depending on the day itself, whether it falls on a weekday or a weekend.
Pantai Klebang also has a Submarine Museum — the first and also the only one available in Malaysia. Visitors can have a feel of being in a submarine for RM1 only.
2. Bukit Tinggi, Pahang
Surrounded by the thick forest of Pahang, Bukit Tinggi is well-known for its French-styled Colmare Tropicale — a resort that looks like it was inspired by the Disney movie town in Beauty and the Beast.
European architecture aside, there’s also a Japanese Village nearby where you can experience a traditional Japanese lifestyle in Kimonos and replicas of Japanese houses for just RM20. Other attractions available are the Botanical Garden, rabbit park and the horse trail.
Focused on bringing different cultural flavours from abroad into Malaysia, Bukit Tinggi is only an hour drive from Kuala Lumpur.
3. Semporna, Sabah
Beautiful scenery of clear blue waters, white sands and picturesque chalets on water can be found in the land of Semporna, Sabah. Semporna is a district consisting of various islands such as the Sipadan Island, Mabul Island and Kapalai Island just to name a few.
Semporna is located in East Malaysia. This local wonder is a closer alternative to Maldives with its blue waters and white sands. Not forgetting its rich and diverse marine life and corals that are comparable to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef.
Apart from the great scenery, Semporna has many water sports and activities to complement it. Visitors can scuba dive, snorkel and go on a boat cruise.
4. Tusan Beach, Miri
Hidden behind cliffs, this breathtaking hidden beach features a natural rock arch and a few caves. The water isn’t very blue but it is clear, making the area a good spot for hiking that allows for a beautiful view of sunset.
Despite not being in the same stature of rock arches that you can find in Australia, Thailand or the likes, one thing that makes Tusan Beach special is that the arch is in the shape of a horse head. Needless to say, the view is majestic.
Only 40KM away from Miri, it’s a great spot to have a picnic and just lounge around with good company.
Now, don’t be hasty with the decision of leaving town just so you can see something amazing overseas. We have some here, as well.
1. Pantai Klebang, Malacca
The famous beach in Malacca, with its huge stretch of beach, obvious tyre tracks, and hills after hills of sand — it could appear as though photo takers are vacationing in the Sahara dessert. This Malaysian Sahara dessert is located near Tanjung Kling in Malacca.
Apart from the physical look of the beach itself, Pantai Klebang has a unique hotel nearby called Bustel. Bustel, located at Dataran 1 Malaysia, made from old-used buses in Malacca, turned into a typical room you can find in a hotel. A night’s stay at Bustel can cost RM80 to RM120 depending on the day itself, whether it falls on a weekday or a weekend.
Pantai Klebang also has a Submarine Museum — the first and also the only one available in Malaysia. Visitors can have a feel of being in a submarine for RM1 only.
2. Bukit Tinggi, Pahang
Surrounded by the thick forest of Pahang, Bukit Tinggi is well-known for its French-styled Colmare Tropicale — a resort that looks like it was inspired by the Disney movie town in Beauty and the Beast.
European architecture aside, there’s also a Japanese Village nearby where you can experience a traditional Japanese lifestyle in Kimonos and replicas of Japanese houses for just RM20. Other attractions available are the Botanical Garden, rabbit park and the horse trail.
Focused on bringing different cultural flavours from abroad into Malaysia, Bukit Tinggi is only an hour drive from Kuala Lumpur.
3. Semporna, Sabah
Beautiful scenery of clear blue waters, white sands and picturesque chalets on water can be found in the land of Semporna, Sabah. Semporna is a district consisting of various islands such as the Sipadan Island, Mabul Island and Kapalai Island just to name a few.
Semporna is located in East Malaysia. This local wonder is a closer alternative to Maldives with its blue waters and white sands. Not forgetting its rich and diverse marine life and corals that are comparable to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef.
Apart from the great scenery, Semporna has many water sports and activities to complement it. Visitors can scuba dive, snorkel and go on a boat cruise.
4. Tusan Beach, Miri
Hidden behind cliffs, this breathtaking hidden beach features a natural rock arch and a few caves. The water isn’t very blue but it is clear, making the area a good spot for hiking that allows for a beautiful view of sunset.
Despite not being in the same stature of rock arches that you can find in Australia, Thailand or the likes, one thing that makes Tusan Beach special is that the arch is in the shape of a horse head. Needless to say, the view is majestic.
Only 40KM away from Miri, it’s a great spot to have a picnic and just lounge around with good company.