Welcome to Allready Eddy. I’m Edward — a British expat who moved to Kuala Lumpur and never quite left. This blog is everything I wish I’d had before I made the move: honest, practical, first-person guides to living in, visiting, and making the most of KL and Malaysia.
Whether you’re planning a two-week holiday, scouting KL as a digital nomad base, or in the middle of relocating your whole life here, you’re in the right place. Use this page to find what you need.
Arriving in KL
- KLIA vs KLIA2: Your Complete Airport Guide — which terminal, how to get to the city, tips for layovers
- Malaysia Entry Guide — you almost certainly don’t need a visa, but you do need the free arrival card (and there are fakes)
- Malaysia SIM Card Guide — best tourist SIMs, where to buy, data plans
- Malaysian Ringgit & Money Guide — exchanging cash, best ATMs, avoiding bad rates
- Malaysia Train Travel Guide — KTM, LRT, MRT, intercity trains explained
Where to Stay
- Best Areas to Stay in Kuala Lumpur — KLCC, Bukit Bintang, Bangsar, Mont Kiara and more
- Bukit Bintang Neighbourhood Guide
- Bangsar Neighbourhood Guide
- Mont Kiara Neighbourhood Guide
- Serviced Apartments in KL Guide
- KL With Kids: Family Guide
Food & Drink
- Best Food in Kuala Lumpur — the definitive eating guide
- Kopitiam Culture Guide — traditional coffee shops, what to order, best spots
- Pasar Malam Night Markets Guide — best KL night markets, what to eat
- Malaysia Durian Guide — where to eat it, varieties, etiquette
- Grocery Shopping in KL — supermarkets, wet markets, expat staples
- Best Hawker Centres in KL
- Vegetarian & Vegan Guide to KL
- Best Brunch Spots in Kuala Lumpur
Digital Nomads & Remote Workers
- Kuala Lumpur Digital Nomad Guide — the complete overview
- Best Co-working Spaces in KL
- Best Cafés to Work From in KL
- Malaysia Digital Nomad Visa (DE Rantau)
- Internet & Connectivity in Malaysia
- Cost of Living in Kuala Lumpur — monthly budget breakdowns
Expat Life in KL
- Moving to Kuala Lumpur: The Complete Expat Guide
- Expat Social Life in KL — clubs, meetups, making friends
- International Schools in KL
- Healthcare & Hospitals in KL for Expats
- MM2H Visa Guide
- Opening a Bank Account in Malaysia
- Renting an Apartment in KL
- KL Pet Guide for Expats
Culture & Local Life
- Malaysia Cultural Etiquette Guide
- Ramadan in KL: Guide for Non-Muslims
- Malaysia Public Holidays & Festivals Guide
- Malaysia Weather Guide — seasons, monsoon, best time to visit
- Malaysia Work Culture Guide
- KL Art Scene & Culture Guide
Health, Fitness & Wellness
- Gyms & Fitness in Kuala Lumpur
- Spas & Wellness in KL
- Hiking Near Kuala Lumpur
- Healthcare & Hospitals for Expats
Things to Do in KL
- KL One-Week Itinerary
- Best Photography Spots in KL
- Batu Caves Complete Guide
- Petronas Towers Guide
- Free Things to Do in KL
- KL Nightlife Guide
- Best Malls in Kuala Lumpur
Day Trips & Travel from KL
- Best Day Trips from KL
- Genting Highlands Guide
- Fraser’s Hill Guide
- Taman Negara National Park Guide
- Best Beaches in Malaysia
- Borneo Travel Guide from KL
- Langkawi Travel Guide
- Penang Travel Guide
- Malacca Day Trip Guide
- Cameron Highlands Guide
Budget & Money
Got a question I haven’t answered? Drop it in the comments on any post — I read and reply to everything. Welcome to KL.