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Getting Around in Malaysia - Getting around in Malaysia depends on where you are at and where you’re heading. In Kuala Lumpur, I recommend that you take the LRT (Light Rail Transit) and cabs to go places you want to visit. Driving in Kuala Lumpur is quite tricky, and if you are unfamiliar with the roads, you can easily get lost. Getting to different states can be done conveniently and cost effectively by taking express buses. There are numerous reliable bus companies operating such as Plusliner, Transnasional, Johora and Nice.

An alternate (and more scenic) mode of transportation is taking the train. Keretapi Tanah Melayu – KTM (The Malaysian Railway System) has trains running from Singapore, Johor, and right up to southern Thailand. Taking the train is cheaper still (there’s even an unlimited ride pass) but is more time consuming, as it is slower. If you’re on a hurry or want to get to eastern Malaysia (Sabah and Sarawak), then taking the air route is necessary. Malaysia Airlines System (MAS) has daily flights to destinations all over Malaysia and overseas. Recently, battle for the skies has been joined by AirAsia, which offers no-frills air travel, resulting in cheaper fares.

Renting a car is not a problem here. There are plenty of car rent services here, including from big names such as Hertz and Avis. You’ll most probably get a family sedan from Proton (the Malaysian car manufacturer), unless you request for something else (an SUV maybe). Be sure to have your driving license. Hitch-hiking is not at all feasible, Malaysians are not really fond of the concept.

Malaysians and Singaporeans understand English pretty well, especially those living in the city. Also, you don’t really need to take everything you have with you for a trip, fearing it won’t be available here. Bring the things that you seriously, absolutely cannot leave behind. But do remember, as it is in anywhere else, more choices of stuff are available in the bigger cities. So, stock up some if you plan to check out some island hideouts, national parks, rural villages or something like that.