It's not holiday season yet? Don't let that stop you from enjoying yourself. If you have the will then there will always be a way. Since you've stumbled upon this article then that means you certainly have the will because your search led you here. Now as for the way, we'll help you along a bit by providing you with some top destination choices in Malaysia that are easily accessible by car (no need to have a passport or buy flight tickets) but still feel as if you're in a different country.
1. Fraser's Hill (Pahang)
With its cool climate and charming stone buildings, you wouldn't think that you're in Malaysia. A holiday retreat to this quaint location can be enjoyed by couples, families, and even college students as they provide a variety of activities that can be enjoyed by all. From horse-riding, camping, to just chilling out, what more can you ask for. Even architecture lovers will love this place due to the various refurbished old buildings that were built during the colonial era.
2. Cameron Highlands (Pahang)
Also in Pahang, Cameron Highlands is a popular holiday destination for those who prefer a more leisure style of travel and wish to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city as well as the scorching heat. Similar to Fraser's Hill, you can also find old buildings from the colonial occupation era that have been carefully refurbished. A specialty of Cameron Highlands is their tea and strawberries.
Therefore, if you love either one or both then it's the perfect place for you. The strawberries are especially a treat as they are deliciously featured in various foods and drinks such as strawberry jam scones, strawberry ice-cream, and strawberry tea. As you can probably guess, a great souvenir to bring back from a trip to Cameron Highlands is freshly made strawberry jam, yum!
3. Genting Highlands (Pahang)
Another Pahang-based holiday destination! Seems like Pahang knows what vacationers want and they duly provide. Although, unlike Cameron Highlands that's more for the laid-back traveller, Genting Highlands is for the high-rollers and thrill-seekers with its Vegas-inspired casino and top-notch theme park attractions that can be found both indoors and outdoors. What else makes Genting Highland a great staycation option? It's only 45 minutes away from Kuala Lumpur! And so, from there, it'll roughly take about an hour's drive. Certainly won't take long at all!
4. Bukit Larut (Taiping)
Compared to the three mentioned above, this cool holiday destination might not be that famous. And unlike the other three locations that provide various types of swanky accommodations, the buildings or rest houses at Bukit Larut are more cozy then high-class. However, that doesn't mean it's not a great place to unwind and relax. At the top of the hill, one can easily lose themselves in the beauty of their surroundings and at the foot of the hill, there's the famous Taiping Zoo as well as Lake Gardens.
So, for those of you who don't mind staying in modest and homely accommodations that are nevertheless comfortable, have your weekend staycation here. Besides, you'll be able to save a lot more vacation money here than if you were to stay at a high-end hotel. Therefore, take a chance and try a new holiday location. It might just become your new favourite holiday destination.
And there you have it, our fabulous four Malaysian destination picks! So, if you're a local or are currently residing in Malaysia at the moment, do check them out. Though, if you're more interested in gifts and souvenirs rather than beautiful scenery, you can visit Printcious.
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