At the crossroads of Asian and Muslim worlds, Malaysia and Singapore / stay away from major tourist routes that crisscross the region. Yet these two countries open to the world and turned towards modernity abound with natural and cultural treasures. 

Intact primary jungle for millions of years and fringed islands of white sand beaches, frenetic streets of Kuala Lumpur and quaintness of the old town of Penang, the highest twin towers in the world and tribal longhouse nestled along rivers: Malaysia takes a variety of faces. Just like its population, ethnic mosaic of Malays, Chinese, Indians and descendants of many aboriginal tribes, it welcomes the traveler of his warm smile. Cradle of lost and first sultanates of Southeast Asia, this land of adventure, ecotourism paradise and Diving civilization, attracted as much by its authenticity as its ability to adapt to challenges of the twenty-first century. At the southern end of the peninsula, the bustling city-state of Singapore, despite its decidedly Chinese character, also hosts important totally free and integrated Malay and Indian minorities. This former haunt of pirates, became the jewel in the British colonization in the region, took off in the 1960s by emancipating itself from the control of its Malaysian neighbor. Asian Dragon to rapid economic development, Singapore still behind its air of modernity much alive traditions in a unique atmosphere where live technologies and geomancy. 

Welcome to Malaysia and Singapore, in a world that delights nature lovers hikers, divers, climbers and botanists, passionate ethnology, archeology or history, foodies and anyone susceptible to the charm of this East eternal that never ceases to generations of travelers and adventurers dream.

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      A trip to Malaysia is to discover a land of many faces. Consists of a peninsular and north of the island of Borneo, most of its cities were built in the middle of a vast tropical forest. Kuala Lumpur and its huge buildings give way to an exotic jungle, disturbing, but so attractive. The place is ideal for lovers of activities such as trekking or rafting. The Petronas Towers in the capital is a superb spectacle at night. Temples and mosques in the country bear witness to the Muslim and Buddhist cohabitation. Its beautiful beaches have nothing to envy the best shots. During a trip to Malaysia, we should not skimp on relaxation and diving.

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Less crowded than its neighbor Indonesia, Malaysia is yet offered by tour operators beach holidays or as accompanied or individual circuits. The two main circuits typically travel or Peninsular Malaysia or Borneo (Sabah and Sarawak). You'll be asked to make a choice between the traditional course (Peninsular Malaysia, easy to access, with many interests close to each other), or wild journey (Borneo, with conditions less comfortable journey but off the beaten path). 

If you do not opt ​​for a package tour and we organize its circuit itself, it is best to take some precautions, especially for trekking in the mountains or jungle. It is advisable to plan in advance, accommodation and hiking in itself. The means of accommodation are not very numerous and treks, even with guides, sometimes require permits, issued by the Directorate of National Parks. 

Malays are Muslim and very observant. The least we can do, not shocking, is not wearing indecent dress in town, on the beach or near places of worship. However, their religious practice is more tolerant than in the East. Women are veiled certainly, but many are working. The sale or consumption of alcohol is not prohibited, but you will find little, except in shops or Chinese restaurants where you can eat mostly beer. However, in Kelantan and Terengganu to is strictly prohibited. 
Needless to haggle with the Malays, the prices are fair and you might upset them. No hesitation in contrast with the Chinese: this practice is very common and often turns the game. 

TRADITION 

Do not be surprised if you see a young child offering a pinch of salt to a guest at a meal. A traditional Malay meal starts with this gesture, to refresh the mouth, placing the salt at the end of the tongue. 
Animist beliefs persist in Malaysia. The people are frightened by the Hantu witch who is everywhere and can go after everyone. Dropping or failure can be attributed to him and the person affected by the evil eye immediately consult a shaman. 

KITCHEN 

Malaysian cuisine is influenced rubs and Chinese cuisines, Thai, Indian and Indonesian. The dishes consist of rice (nasi goreng) or noodles (mee goreng), cooked with meat (chicken, beef, lamb) or fish, all washed down with coconut milk and flavored with spices such as saffron, ginger, cinnamon, coriander, garlic and lemongrass. The national dish is satay, skewers of grilled meat, having marinated in a spicy preparation made ​​from peanuts. The Chinese eat with chopsticks while the Malays only with their right hand. For dessert, do not be put off by the stench that emanates from a cut durian and enjoy this tropical fruit with juicy flesh. Malaysians eat it all! 

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Local crafts offers beautiful original products such as batik, simple fabrics or printed clothing and sarongs, pareos sort of, to wear around the waist. They are everywhere, but especially on the East Coast. If you are not afraid to leave crowded, go for the beautiful kites that are in the area of Kota Bharu. The Malay kris, a kind of large knife wavy blade is brand new or ancient, in antique shops or boutiques. Many pewter, figurines and vases are offered in Perak, where the main deposits. Shops are open Monday through Saturday from 9 am to 18 pm.

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Members of our team are familiar with the various facets of India, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Maldives. Some were born or lived there. We want you to discover and share the culture, traditions and rich vibrant Asia. We offer a wide range of packages and customized tours. You can achieve as a group or individually. We intend to give your trip a perfume wonder. Discover the exceptional diversity of the Indian mosaic and wider Asia. 

Today, interest in travel in the countries of the Indian subcontinent, especially in India, is undeniable. This southern Asia is fascinating. It amazes all travelers. Over the last fifteen years, these travel destinations have evolved. They now offers quality infrastructure and true diversity. In terms of hospitality, transport and services they are at the level of Western standards.

Travel in India: the rapture of the senses. 

This country of the Arabian Nights is one of the most captivating destinations. Here is a world of sensations like no other. A unique and unforgettable journey. He enrolled as an experience that remains etched in our memories. 

View. The light in other latitudes. Shimmering gold saris worn by the women of Benares lampooned. The burst of color caps turbaned farmers in Rajasthan. The shimmering of a sunset over the Himalayas. 

Listen. The rumor of a chant rising from a Hindu shrine at the time of the service. The voice powerfully stamped bards singing the panegyrics of their princely masters in a fortress-garden of Rajasthan. The wind rushing through the arches of an old abandoned vegetable quoted in Hampi, Mandu or Burhanpur. 

Feel: The scent of spices, evocative of those flourishing shores of southern India and Sri Lanka. The strings of jasmine, freshly picked in the morning. Women are tied in the hair. They deposit the offering on the altar of the gods. 

Taste: Fruits: apricots, apples, grapes. They grow in orchards altitude Ladakh and Himalayan foothills in northern India. The juice of a freshly squeezed mango. Miles and sapidités teas from Assam, Darjeeling and Nilgiri. They are as rich and subtle than those spices. 

Touch: The softness of silk. The smooth and refreshing marble religious and secular buildings touch. Rough, ridged skin of an elephant. And like a sixth sense: the spirituality that goes everywhere the traveler on the roads of South Asia. It raises its sensitivity to the secret of a great civilization.

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When and where you travel? What is the best season to visit a country or spend your vacation? Mackoo informs you and gives you the best chance for a successful trip, country by country, region by region, month by month. 

The main criterion: from the dry season, or without great heat, cyclones, monsoons that complicate life a little of the tourist. 

In this time of global warming, ocean or current El Nino that is changing, it may be that unpredictable climatic changes occur. Nobody can do anything, at least in the short term. 

Here is a picture of the most suitable destinations seasonally. 
Seasons indicated are those of the northern hemisphere. 

What is the best season to visit a country, or a vacation.

Choose the right season for holidays in palistine, Jordan, Turkey, Uzbekistan and the Middle East

The best months for holidays in Africa: Egypt (as of April, it's too hot to visit the temples of Karnak and Luxor area, for against the stations along the Red Sea are frequentable in summer), Tunisia, Morocco , the Canary Islands, Azores, Madeira enjoy a relatively mild climate; Senegal and Mali (Africa and the western region) is very humid during our summer months. Kenya, Tanzania have quite disturbed weather in recent years, with a drought quite noticeable. South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe seasons reversed from our hemisphere, their winter is dry and better for safaris.

North America shares the same seasons that we, the United States and Canada, with a special mention for Florida and Louisiana, the southern states of the United States that have a climate Caribbean: heavy rain (but often short) in August-September with risk of hurricanes.

Central America (Mexico, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Belize, and the Caribbean: Caribbean, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Bahamas, Bermuda, ... experiencing more or less strong tropical storms every year The risk is strong enough. from mid August to early October.

The seasons in South America, Brazil, Argentina, Venezuela, Guyana, Bolivia, Ecuador, Peru, Chile; are reversed from ours, but the size of the territory that there is no generality to go: to see case by case.

The islands of the Indian Ocean: Meetings, Mauritius, Maldives, Seychelles, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, Seychelles, promote more holidays in the summer, except for Sri Lanka and the Maldives, south of India.

Starting in Asia prefer winter - spring for Cambodia, Vietnam, India, southern China, Thailand, Nepal, Japan, and was for Indonesia (including Bali and Lombok).

The Pacific Islands (Hawaii, Polynesia Tahiti, Fiji, Samoa ...), New Caledonia and Australia, visiting all year, with some exceptions (see the table). New Zealand, far south is cold enough in summer (their winter).

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