It’s about what we expected from Malaysia… and the many surprises when we first arrived.
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This is our very first time in Malaysia, and we’re bringing you along as we discover Kuala Lumpur with completely fresh eyes. Is it tropical? Are there wild tigers? Is Kuala Lumpur just a quiet little village—or something entirely different?
After an 11.5-hour flight from New Zealand, we stepped into one of the most modern, clean, and air-conditioned airports we’ve ever seen. And the surprises didn’t stop there.
In this video, we share our first impressions of Malaysia—from pulling colorful Ringgit from the ATM and taking the train into the city, to walking into our $1,150/month Airbnb in a 50-story building (with a rooftop pool!). We explore the city the next day, and what’s the first thing we see? IKEA. In Kuala Lumpur. Complete with Swedish dala horses and all.
But Kuala Lumpur is anything but ordinary.
This isn’t just a Malaysia travel vlog—it’s an immersive experience. We dive into the city’s incredible public transportation, its endless network of connected malls, and even Cinnabon and Pokémon vending machines. We ride women-only metro coaches, laugh at signs like “Bungkus Kawkaw,” and visit the iconic Petronas Twin Towers, the tallest twin towers in the world.
We’re blown away by how much English is spoken, how present the Chinese-Malaysian culture is, and how easy it is to get around. Every turn reveals something we didn’t expect: monitor lizards by the river, rooftop gardens, and a movie theater with actual beds. Yes—beds.
This is the first episode in our Malaysia series, and after this first week in Kuala Lumpur, we decided to stay in this country for three whole months. We’ll be sharing more about what it was like to actually live in Malaysia, including the people, the food, and the routines that made this place feel like home.
If you’re wondering what to expect in Malaysia, or if you’re planning to travel to Kuala Lumpur, this series is for you.
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What Americans Think When They First Arrive in Malaysia. Our Shocking First Impressions!
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We are two Americans who traveled to Malaysia and lived there for 3 months. We were amazed at what we found.
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