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Member’s of the Iranian women’s soccer team entourage at the Hyatt Place hotel in Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday.

‘Treated like princesses’: Iranian soccer player says they will be rewarded on return

A member of the Iranian women’s soccer team speaking in Kuala Lumpur said the players will be welcomed when they arrive home.

  • Amber Schultz

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KL’s futuristic city skyline.

Port guide: Port Klang (Kuala Lumpur), Malaysia

Malaysia’s capital doesn’t have the kudos of other Asian cities, but for sheer exuberance and friendliness you might find it hard to beat.

  • Brian Johnston
Flat out at a budget price.

Airline review: This cheap (nearly) lie-flat bed is perk-free but worth it

There are no screens in this budget business class, but the best entertainment of all is being able to sleep.

  • Kate Allman
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Best short-haul holiday destinations: Kuala Lumpur

This greatly underrated foodie heaven provides a quintessential South-East Asian city experience at a bargain price.

  • Julie Miller
The Chow Kit sits in a slice of old Malaysia.

At under $100 a night, this KL boutique hotel is remarkable value

This hotel in “old KL” has pared back excess and frivolity to focus on the essentials – comfortable, stylish rooms, art-filled public spaces and good food.

  • Julie Miller
Sunset over the town of Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia

An expert expat’s tips for Sarawak, East Malaysia

Bako National Park is a great place to see animals in their natural environment, only 30 minutes north of Kuching, says this monkey-loving expat.

  • Belinda Jackson
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Nasi lemak.

Kuala Lumpur food tour covers city's many cuisines: Arrive with an empty stomach

A food tour of Kuala Lumpur offers commando dining. No tablecloths, silverware or fawning waiters, just dishes to drool for.

  • John Borthwick
Petronas Towers, also known as Menara Petronas is the tallest buildings in the world from 1998 to 2004. cr: iStock Image reuse permitted xxAsiaPacific Asia-Pacific region cover ; text by Ben Groundwater

An expert expat’s tips for Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The cocktail bar scene in KL is booming with a new spot opening nearly every week.

  • Belinda Jackson
Marini's on 57 is the place for a passionfruit Pisco.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia things to do: Travel tips from an expert expat

Kuala Lumpur's train network is expanding and discovering the city's attractions by public transport is highly recommended

Malaysia Airlines A330-300 business class cabin features window seats alternating between singles and pairs.

Airline review: Malaysia Airlines, Airbus A330-300, business class, Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur

Well priced, with charming service up to the well-connected hub of KL, with luggage always in tow.

  • Belinda Jackson