Kaohsiung Travel Fair: Battle Against Price Hikes – Malaysia 4-Day Tour from NT$13,800

By MOOK Travel & Living / Chen Guanxin, compiled and reported

In times of rising prices, budget-friendly yet value-packed travel packages are especially appealing. The 2012 Kaohsiung International Travel Fair will take place from May 4 to 7, during which the Malaysian Tourism Board has collaborated with local travel agencies to launch special promotions. A 4-day Malaysia tour starts from just NT$13,800, while a 5-day, 4-night Kuala Lumpur itinerary is available for only NT$15,900, letting travelers visit the Petronas Towers and the giant statues at the Batu Caves while still saving money.

According to statistics, since Taiwan implemented visa-free entry for Malaysian travelers in March 2011, the number of Taiwanese tourists visiting Malaysia reached 233,787, a 10.7% increase compared to 2010. Kuala Lumpur, known as the “shopping paradise of Southeast Asia,” boasts internationally renowned fashion brands. The iconic Petronas Towers not only served as a filming location for Hollywood movies but also serve as a hub for luxury goods, fashion, and jewelry, attracting many shoppers every year. In addition, Kuala Lumpur offers a wide range of authentic Malaysian cuisine, such as nasi lemak, satay, Hainanese chicken rice, bak kut teh, and teh tarik.

Melaka, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2008, has long been a center of East-West trade and commerce. During the Ming Dynasty, Zheng He’s voyages also brought trade to Melaka, leaving behind cultural and historical imprints from that era. Later, Melaka was colonized by Portugal, the Netherlands, and Britain, and colonial-era buildings such as St. Francis Xavier Church and Portuguese Square remain well-preserved to this day. In addition, the Batu Caves in the suburbs of Kuala Lumpur feature well-maintained limestone caves and massive Hindu statues, making them a must-visit cultural attraction in Malaysia.

Malaysian Tourism Board: www.promotemalaysia.com.tw/default.aspx

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