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Penang Malaysia is a gift to the heritage lover, as this small island has more than its fair share of well-preserved heritage buildings, plus beaches on which to relax.

The Malaysian island of Penang is best known today for its beaches and laid back lifestyle. But in earlier times it was famous for spices - cloves, nutmeg and peppercorns

The story of how the East India Company's Francis Light maneuvered to steal Penang from the Sultan of Kedah is told in The Connection. It might have been Phuket,Thailand.

Georgetown, on the Malaysian Island of Penang, was perhaps the only really multi-racial society in Asia and its ecletic architecture and religious houses display this.

From beautiful beaches on Penang and Langkawi to historical sights in Malacca and Kuala Lumpur where to go and what to do in Malaysia poses no problem for the visitor.

MAS plans to encourage tourists from China, India, Europe and Australia by linking them with Penang and Langkawi, while Tiger Airways opens a cheap route to Brunei.

Shopping in Malaysia is always fun. The luxury Malls are good but the Chinatowns, markets, street stalls and the annual Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival should not be missed.

If there is one thing you must do when travelling in Malaysia, what any local will recommend you to do isn't about visiting a place. It's eating.

The cruisers Emden of the German Navy and Zhemchug of the Russian Navy were matched on paper but not in actuality.

Malaysians are crazy about the Turkish fish that gently nibble away foot callouses. Keen competition in Kuala Lumpur means cheap prices for a Garra rufa "foot massage."

Thailand's airport closures means that travellers are looking at other ways of leaving the country. The border crossing from Satun to Langkawi is a little-known route.

Aung San Suu Kyi and the National League for Democracy says that tourists should stay away from Burma/|Myanmar. What is there to attract visitors.

East Asia Airlines offer better entertainment and more flights, plus a dedicated business traveller section between Japan and China from ANA.

The Malays have an undeserved reputation for being sober, but both religious and secular Malaysian festivals, are exciting whether witnessed in K.L. or in a village.

The Malaysian island of Langkawi is an alternative route out of Thailand from the southern town of Satun. The island offers dramatic scenery and serenity.

Footwear from Jimmy Choo runs the whole gamut of covetable trends, from peep-toes shoe-boots to multi-strap stilettos, tough-looking biker boots, riding boots and flats.

With Bangkok's airports blocked, travelers are desperately seeking alternative ways to leave the country. These include road and rail border links and via Phuket Airport.

CBS's The Amazing Race 16, which began filming on November 28th, finished in San Francisco during the weekend of December 19, 2009, with numerous sightings of teams.

Read about Spanish Gazpacho, Kobe Beef, Dark Dining in Montreal, Okonomiyaki in Vancouver and Sonoran Desert Oregano.

If you are fascinated by the foods of SE Asia, you'll never forget the intense aroma of satay cooking on the grill. Get some great Malaysian satay at these restaurants

As the fish spa fad races through Asia, medical claims are exaggerated and dangers downplayed. And how to tell if the doctor fish are genuine Garra rufa?

Yaya's Thai Beach Bungalow transports the diner to a beach hut atmosphere in the heart of Norway's capital.

Catch 22. The Malaysian government has refused to grant land rights to the Sarawak Penan until they agree to settle in sedentary colonies, renouncing a nomadic lifestyle.

The Raja Laut is a beautiful, traditionally built wooden schooner, perfect for 12 guests who want to cruise Western Malaysia and the Andaman Sea in style

A summary of some indigenous statements and declarations for aboriginal intellectual and cultural property rights and ethical standards from around the world.

During North American winters, many vacationers travel to warmer climes to escape from the cold weather. Read about the best winter getaways in the Asia-Pacific.

South China Sea cruises are warm. But cruising north to China, Japan and Korea at any time of year means checking out those seasonal temperature and rainfall statistics.

How one of the world's most well-known Thai tourist destinations became the colourful multicultural vacation destination it is today.

Malacca the name echoes with intrigue and romanceconjuring pictures of ancient privateers plundering Portuguese galleons, the town has a fascinating 600-year history.

Barisan Nasional suffered a reduction in Parliamentary seats, lost 5 states to the opposition and had prominent cabinet members displaced in the 2008 Malaysian elections.

New and fast, the Zhemchug was a bright star in the Russian Imperial Navy during the Russo-Japanese War in 1904-1905

Singapore works mightily to counteract its reputation for cultural thinness with two annual food festivals. Only one is for every kind of eater.

Deliciously spicy Malaysian food merges the best Chinese, Thai and Indian dishes to create a unique melting pot of flavours.

Bangkok Philatelic Museum traces the 125 years of the Thai Post and postage stamps. The Museum has a large collection of rare Thai stamps and original postal artifacts.

Durian Fruit can best be described as having a succulent, creamy filling but smelling like stinky socks - don't let that dissuade you from trying it.

Asian restaurants offer exciting, exotic flavors to entice the palate. Here are some of the finest Chinese, Japanese, Thai and Vietnamese eateries in Chicago.

Charlotte Smith has had more than her fair share of fabulous dresses and adventures, including inheriting her American godmother's vintage clothing collection

Holidays are always a welcome retreat from the gruesome heat or wild winters. If you are planning a vacation abroad then Malaysia is the ultimate holiday destination.