Malaysia is a great location for a family holiday with amazing things to do for the entire family. In this article, I will explore some of the most popular locations for young children and teenagers. With over 27 million international visitors and huge local travel from within Malaysia and Singapore, Theme Parks are popular attractions in Malaysia. Secondly, close animal encounters in sanctuaries and animal reserves are also popular attractions as Malaysia is home to a number of unique species of animals. 

Genting Highlands in Malaysia is one of my all-time favourite destinations that is continuously evolving with new attractions and things to do. A day or weekend at the highlands is always a pleasant escape from the humidity and heat in Kuala Lumpur City. A 40-minute drive to the highlands gives you a chance to explore Bukit Tinggi, Tropicale Colmar, Japanese Garden in Berjaya Hills and Strawberry Farms at Ghotong Jaya. Not to mention plenty of shopping and at the new Skytrex Chairlift Outlet Stores and recently renovated shopping area in the Awana Casinos.

Malaysia offers a wide range of outdoor adventures for hikers and trekkers in some of the oldest rainforest and unique mountainous areas in South East Asia.  A number of national parks spread across the mainland Malaysia as well Souther Malaysia offering unique jungle adventures hikers and outdoor lovers. A large number of tour companies offer customized tours and hikes to some of the remote locations across the country.

In late April 2019, I decided to explore the Skardu area with a few friends. The weather is still cold in the North as the month of March marks the beginning of spring. The snow on the mountain tops thaw and feed little brooks and rivulets which join the major rivers in the region. Early spring is a great time to explore this region, as the tourist season has not started and you find only commercial traffic on the roads. Most roadside hotels offer off-season rates and you get great services at the cafes and restaurants. 

If you are ready to explore the food, culture and history of Malaysia in one place, Georgetown Penang is the place to visit. This beautiful Island is located at Nother-Western end of Malaysia and is accessible by road, ferry and aeroplane. Driving distance of Georgetown from Kuala Lumpur is around 300 km and driving time is around 4 to 5 hours depending on the road condition. The intercity freeway network is amazing across Malaysia and driving to these destinations is the best way to enjoy the trip and explore places on the way. Penang is connected with mainland Malaysia with a 13.5 km long suspension bridge. 

Melaka is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Malaysia for family holidays. If you are travelling from Pakistan to Kuala Lumpur, Melaka can be an ideal location for a day trip or a weekend break. Melaka is a UNESCO heritage declared city with a rich cultural history of Dutch and Portuguese settlers which is evident in a well-preserved building in the historical quarters of the city. Melaka offers a wide range of accommodation at very economical rates as compared to Kuala Lumpur or other places in Malaysia. With fun-packed theme parks for children, resort styled hotels and amazing shopping Malls, Melaka must be on your list for your next trip to Malaysia. 

Passu is a beautiful village located on Karakoram Highway at a distance of 150km north of Gilgit and 50km from Karimabad. This is a popular destination and stopover for travellers to Khunjerab Pass. 

Planning on travelling to the Philippines from Pakistan? The Philippines is one of the most underrated destinations and has not received much coverage in media as compared to other countries in the region. The younger crowds are finding the Philippines as a new frontier to explore with plenty of location with unspoilt beauty.

Adventure sports have gained significance in Pakistan in the last couple of years with a large number of people travelling overseas and increased access to information on various adventure sports in online space.

Malaysia is the number one destination for honeymooners from Pakistan. Being a Muslim country Malaysia caters to a large number of visitors from across the world. A major chunk of these travellers to Malaysia includes family travellers and honeymooners from the Middle East and other Muslim countries. Cheap accommodation, a wide range of amazing destinations, excellent shopping and safety are some of the major reasons for choosing Malaysia for travelling. Most visitors from Pakistan spend an average of five to seven nights in Malaysia. Here are my recommendations on practical travel itineraries for honeymooners to Malaysia in the coming year. 

North Pakistan is a land of beauty and adventure. This seemingly small region is blessed with all the gifts of nature, including all four seasons, vast mountain ranges, beautiful lakes and rivers, blossoming flowers, rich fruits and unique wildlife. 

How Far is Kumrat Valley from Swat?

Kumrat is one of the lesser-explored regions of Pakistan with breath-taking landscapes, rapids, waterfalls and pristine beauty. The distance from Swat to Kumrat Valley is only 25 km, which makes it a must-visit if you are planning to visit Swat region in Pakistan. 

Pakistan is a country, blessed with enchanting sceneries, natural lakes, rivers, mountains and all four seasons of nature. All of these factors add to the unique beauty of the land of Pakistan, that differentiates it from the rest of the world.

Planning a trip to Kuala Lumpur with family or by yourself? Kuala Lumpur is one of the most visited destinations in the ASEAN region and a great location for honeymooners, family travellers and backpackers.  Pre-planning your trip can save plenty of time and advance bookings can bring in substantial savings as well. For many visitors, Kuala Lumpur is normally the starting point for exploring most of Malaysia. KL is a hub of budget airline operators like AirAsia and Firefly that provides easy access to most destinations across Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur has gained popularity with international tourist escaping winter cold in Europe as well as Middle-Easterns looking for family holidays. 

Pakistan has a rich spiritual heritage with saints arriving from central Asia a settling in different parts of the Indian Sub-Continent. The religious tradition and culture is deeply influenced the teaching fo the Sufi saints who understand the 5000 years of cultural history of the region and introduced Islam to masses who were predominantly Hindus. Therefore, there is a deep influence of Hindu cultural traditions and practises in music and wedding ceremonies of Pakistan society. 

The drive to the Fairy Meadows is a treacherous one. As we approached the clearing through the alpine trees, we got our first view of the 8125m high fortress of rock and snow-clad Nanga Parbat (9th highest peaks in the world), the pain of the bumpy ride and trekking through the burning sun vanished in an instant. The fresh mountain air and breath-taking views explain why this stretch of land is called The Fairy Meadows. 

Galiyat areas cover 80 km long mountainous regions between Abbottabad and Murree. Because of its easy access, great road network and beautiful locations, Galiyat is the centre of attraction for many tourists from all around the country. This region is relatively very easy to access to a couple of hours drive from the main freeway network approaching from either Peshawar or Islamabad. 

Day Tours in Phuket are quite a popular tourist activity for most visitors to this amazing part of Thailand. A large number of companies offers day tours in Phuket that can be bought from local tour vendors in Patong Beach Area in Phuket. The tours sold through helpdesk at the hotels normally have a high markup and you can end up paying over 20-30% of the normal rates. The best option is to shop for tours from local vendors who are mostly open for a bargain. If you are travelling with a large group you can get bulk discounts as well. 

Abbottabad is a great place to travel for a short visit as it offers a pleasant relief from hustle and bustle of big cities. Originally called Wadi Orash for low lying water marshes, it has been a popular tourist resort since colonial times.