What should I pay attention to when traveling to Malaysia?

Matters needing attention in Malaysia tourism

Toast is not the custom of Malaysians, and Malays in Malaysia don't drink.

Please take off your shoes before entering the Malaysian house.

The right hand is usually used to eat, take things and shake hands to show politeness.

You must take off your shoes before entering any place of worship, such as going back to churches and temples.

If you want to take pictures in churches or other places of religious worship, you must get permission from the administrator in advance.

Malaysia has a tropical maritime climate. It is hot and rainy all year round. The best travel time is from May to September, which is the best turtle watching season on the east coast. However, if there are business activities, it is best to go from March to 165438+ 10 every year, because most Malaysian businessmen take vacations from February to February. Christmas and Easter are not suitable for the week around, and Muslim Ramadan and Lunar New Year should also be avoided.

Tipping: Tipping is not common in Malaysia. Because in hotels and restaurants, the service charge of 10% has been added to the bill, so there is no need to tip; If the service charge is indicated on the bill, it will cost about 10%.

Currency exchange: When you arrive at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), you will find banks, foreign exchange offices and ATMs everywhere.

Business hours: The working hours in Malaysia are generally 8 hours, with rest on Saturday and Sunday. Government office hours, 8 am to 4 pm, 15. Half-day working hours are from 8 am to afternoon 12: 45. Office hours of the bank are from Monday to Friday from 10 to 3 pm, and from 9: 30 am to 1 1: 30 on Saturday. Department stores and supermarkets are open from 10 in the morning to 10 in the afternoon.

Voltage and socket: the voltage is 220-240V, and the socket is a three-hole (ticket) British standard socket. You need to buy a conversion plug.

Transportation: Cars in Malaysia drive on the left. Foreign tourists need an international driver's license. Tourists need to show their international passports even if they enter Sabah and Sarawak from the Malaysian Peninsula.