See what the experts are saying about Miri. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Introduction
When the urban jungle gets me crazy, I escape to Malaysia. Even Kuala Lumpur, the capital city, seems relaxed. In fact, many people look to Malaysia for the perfect vacation, taking advantage of its pristine national forests and marine parks,... Continue reading »
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Frommer's favorite experiences
Letting the Sea Wash Away All Your Stress: This is paradise. Lying flat, arms outstretched across the surface of the water, I felt the rays of the sun warming my back and the cool ripples of salty sea beneath me. Through the clear water I cou... Continue reading »
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Best dining bets
Hawker Centers: Think of them as shopping malls for food -- great food! For local cuisine, who needs a menu with pictures when you can walk around and select anything you want as it's prepared before your eyes? Gurney Drive (Penang, Malays... Continue reading »
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The best adventures
Trekking in Taman Negara (Malaysia): With suitable options for all levels of comfort and desired adventure, peninsular Malaysia's largest national park opens the wonders of primary rainforest and the creatures who dwell in it to everyone. Fro... Continue reading »
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The best beaches
The Four Seasons (Langkawi, Malaysia): Perhaps the most stunning beach in Malaysia, this wide gorgeous stretch of white sand looks out onto crystal-clear, deep-blue waters. Even if you can't afford a room at the resort, I highly recommend a c... Continue reading »
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The best hotel bargains
Swiss-Inn (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia): Location, location, location! Right in the center of Kuala Lumpur's bustling Chinatown, the Swiss-Inn is the perennial favorite for travelers here. A comfortable choice, plus it's so close to everything.... Continue reading »
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The best luxury hotels
Hilton Kuala Lumpur (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia): The coolest of the cool stay at the new Hilton. Rooms feel like suites, all decorated in slickety-slick contempo style with the latest entertainment and IT built in -- even in the bathrooms. Ta... Continue reading »
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The best markets
Central Market (Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia): This huge bustling market turned me into a shopping freak! All of the handicrafts Terengganu is famous for come concentrated in one exciting experience: batik, songket cloth, brassware, basket weav... Continue reading »
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The best museums
Penang Museum and Art Gallery (Penang, Malaysia): A slick display of Penang's colonial history and multicultural heritage, this place is chock-full of fascinating tidbits about the people, places, and events of this curious island. Plus, it d... Continue reading »
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The best nightlife
Bangsar (near Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia): Folks in Kuala Lumpur know to go to Bangsar for nighttime excitement. A couple of blocks of concentrated restaurants, cafes, discos, pubs, and wine bars will tickle any fancy. Good people-watching, too. Continue reading »
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The best shopping
Batik: While most of the batiks you find in Singapore come from Indonesia, most in Malaysia are made at factories that you can often tour. The Indonesian prints usually show traditional motif and colors, while Malaysian designs can be far mor... Continue reading »
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The best small towns and villages
Any Kampung (Tioman Island, Malaysia): Even though Tioman was developed for the tourism industry, you'll never think this place is overdeveloped. The casual and rustic nature of the island's tiny beach villages holds firm, and those who seek... Continue reading »
Miri Travel Experiences
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Going spleunking
We hadn't had enough of Borneo's natural splendors yet, so we decided to go to Niah Caves National Park. We saw this park... Continue reading »
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Ahh the joys of not knowing the local lingo...
Well arrived in Miri from Sibu, instead of waiting it out in Sibu/Kapit to try and get a permit to go to Belaga.I wasn't too happy t... Continue reading »
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Michelle's birthday in Miri
Our plans sure change a lot. We came to Miri planning to visit some caves and then fly north to climb the highest mountain in SE As... Continue reading »
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Extreme Cave Day June 14th
Today was different. Woke up and the family unity fell apart. L not feeling well we figured she was just sandbagging. Went fo... Continue reading »
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The Caves of Mulu National Park
Tuesday 12 August 2008 To Mulu National Park An early start was needed this morning for our two flights north. The phone rang at... Continue reading »
