by SilverBackpacker | Asia Travel Guides, Malaysia, Malaysia Guides
Malaysia is a tropical paradise with a warm and humid climate throughout the year. With diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage, Malaysia is an attractive destination for travelers from all over the world. However, the best time to visit Malaysia may vary depending on your interests and preferences.
by SilverBackpacker | Eat, Gemas, Malaysia, Malaysian
Anika’s Restaurant – Gemas, Malaysia I was hungry, it was late, it was Chinese New Year Holidays and i needed to find somewhere to eat before the town shut down for the night. Walking around the dusty,deserted town centre of Gemas I passed by a couple a...
by SilverBackpacker | Gemas, Malaysia, Train Travel
Jungle Railway | Gemas to Kuala Lipis I was running out of time and my plans to ride the Jungle Train all the way to Tumpat on the Thai border were scuppered. Chinese New Year and fully booked trains were to blame, so after spending an hour or two pondering my best...
by SilverBackpacker | Gemas, Malaysia, Train Travel
Gemas Train Station Chinese New Year is not a good time to get stuck on a train station in Malaysia, especially Gemas Train Station. It seems as though the whole population is moving. Trains are booked up weeks in advance as families plan their festive gatherings.And...