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KUALA LUMPUR
The Malaysian capital is a hub
for commerce and technology
in South-East Asia, making it
a logical spot for business trips.
The city is a gem with great food culture
and a mix of modern colonial architecture.
GETTING AROUND
Affordable and reliable, Kuala Lumpur’s
public transport system — via the Light
Rail Transit (LRT), Mass Rapid Transit (MRT)
and Monorail — connects major business and
tourism districts. The Monorail travels intra-city and
is best for short trips. The Rapid KL buses dominate
city routes and are affordable.
There are also several privately owned airport
buses that travel from the airport to multiple locations.
Red and white taxis are common, as is ride-hailing
company Grab.
Travel from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to
the city centre by KLIA Ekspres train for MYR105 or
by taxi for MYR100. Grab costs roughly the same
as a taxi.
Sultan Abdul Samad Building,
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
ELSE KUALA LUMPUR: Melt away stress in
Chinatown’s luxury hotel, where flotation pods,
serenity and self-discovery are the focus.
GRAND HYATT KUALA LUMPUR: Conveniently
located in the Golden Triangle commerce precinct,
the Grand Hyatt features a business centre, meeting
rooms, limousine service and laptop-compatible desks.
LOCAL TASTES
Malay, Chinese, Indian and other international cuisines
showcase Kuala Lumpur’s culinary creativity.
THIRTY8, GRAND HYATT KUALA LUMPUR:
Come for the food, stay for the panoramic views
of the skyline and Petronas Twin Towers. Perfect for
business lunches or dinners.
BŌL: Enjoy modern Asian fare at this farm-to-table
eatery, located in a colonial-era terrace house in
Bukit Bintang. Book in advance.
LOT 10 HUTONG FOOD COURT: This award-winning
food court in Bukit Bintang delivers an affordable
taste of the city’s street food scene, including
noodles, pastries and soups.
WHERE TO STAY
Choose from one of many stylish hotels with
attentive service and great value for money.
ELEMENT KUALA LUMPUR: Eco-conscious Element
is centrally located and close to shopping facilities.
It offers great rooms at modest prices and
a well-equipped gym.
WHERE TO PLAY
From temples and towers to impressive new cultural
precincts, Kuala Lumpur is a sight to behold.
PETRONAS TWIN TOWERS: This building is the
most famous landmark in Malaysia. At 452m high,
the structure boasts the tallest twin towers in the
world. Take the lift to the 86th-floor observation
deck for unbeatable views of Kuala Lumpur.
REXKL: Where the beloved REX Cinema once stood,
this immersive art gallery is now a part of REXKL,
one of the city’s newest cultural hotspots. It features
a mix of vintage clothing and lifestyle stores, plus
a labyrinthine bookstore.
SULTAN ABDUL SAMAD BUILDING:
Sitting opposite Dataran Merdeka
(Independence Square), the
Sultan Abdul Samad Building
is one of the most beautiful
heritage buildings in
Kuala Lumpur. It features
a 41.2m-high clock tower,
inspired by Big Ben in London. ●
INSIDER TIP
Contactless payments
and ATMs are widely
available in the city, but it
pays to stock up on the
local currency, ringgit,
for travel to the
countryside.
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