What do Foreigners REALLY think of MALAYSIA 🇲🇾 (street interviews)

[@Livingabroadalex]

What do you like and maybe dislike about Malaysia?

[@babylily2448]

𝙸 𝚕𝚘𝚟𝚎 𝚖𝚊𝚕𝚊𝚢𝚜𝚒𝚊𝚗 𝚏𝚘𝚘𝚍

[@Livingabroadalex]

All spunds amazing! I hope I'm here to see some of it 🥳

[@nutzhazel]

​@@Livingabroadalex Islam in Malaysia and Indonesia is pretty much about religious tolerance but still strict on shared morality especially amongst Eastern cultures. And Ramadhan in Malaysia is the next level with various food Bazaar every evening, and the Tarawikh prayers at the mosques during the night time. Our religious police are actually quite strict than the Middle Eastern countries when it comes to fasting, any Muslims who get caught eating in public during the day can be fined so it's sometimes funny to see the news on that 😆 And 2 weeks into Ramadhan, the Bazaar for Eid will be opened at night where people starts selling Eid clothing and cookies and everything in between. It's like for Malay, we decorated or paint our houses mostly once a year and that is before Eid 😆 My Indian and Chinese neighbors also do the same before their festival ☺️ Gotta remind you, that during Eid, KL will be a bit empty since most people would return back to their hometown to spend time with their family, and the highways will be heavy with traffic all across Malaysia 😄 And I think Malaysia is the only county where we celebrated Eid for a solid one full month 😆 because we take the opportunity to also inviting friends and colleagues to our home during the weekend, or hosting open houses. A lot of government departments will also be holding open houses throughout the month, including the Prime Minister and the Ministers. Free food for everyone 😄 It's a really festive month.

[@girlleo2807]

like = people (muslim malay / non malay & non muslim non malay - not annoyingly friendly, love to smile, polite like always say thank you, helpful, sometimes seem snobbish / reserved but once approached they are actually the opposite and etc), a lot of public holidays (due to a lot of races and religions), foods (aftermath of that), every states have sea, beautiful tourism etc... dislike = weather (unpredictable rain, noon too hot), a lot of foreigners, no proper pathways, a lot of opened drains in KL

[@Livingabroadalex]

Whoa sounds amazing! Thank you for sharing

[@jplin888]

I’ve been to Malaysia 6 times. I love this country especially their food and friendly people. Yes there are sometimes some are not too friendly but that happens everywhere in the World. For cleanliness they might not be as clean as neighbouring Singapore, but in general their streets are clean and well maintain as well as their infrastructures. Yes it’s worth visiting this country.

[@Livingabroadalex]

Well said J P! Thank you for sharing your thoughts!

[@safuwanfauzi5014]

to many foreign worker like bangladeshi, pakistani and indian you know their habit like to throw garbage and plastic waste. .

[@jon6309]

Hey Alex thank you for this video. Seems like Malaysia is a hidden gem most people don’t first think of when traveling but it seems like most foreigners have no complaints or negative things to say about the country. Kuala Lumpur definetly looks like a first class city that’s developed and clean and looks very comparable to East Asian cities like Tokyo and Seoul. Also nice shirt btw, perhaps the locals who saw you film during that time will look for your KZbin channel.

[@Livingabroadalex]

I totally agree Jon! Glad youvlike the shirt and on my back there's a big QR code that they can scan that'll take them straight to my KZbin channel 🤭

[@nutzhazel]

​@@Livingabroadalex That's really cool lol

[@arifff5185]

​@@Livingabroadalex two country&asian and the world.2 the emperors. Agong/emperor. Of inmalay. Maharaja pada/from malaysiani. Naruhito/emperor. From japani/jepuni. And. The King 9 ke kings to 1 next to new the emperors. Pahang/state/negeri. Now new emperor. From malaysia.

[@nickloong]

For tourist who have just arrived and needs some pointers, get a Grab ride and have a conversation about the place, and English is widely spoken here in Malaysia. You'll most probably get some useful advise on where to go and what to eat in the area. Just my 2 cents. Enjoy!✌️

[@Livingabroadalex]

Excellent tip Nick Loong! I'm amazed by how friendly the Grab drivers here are and they've suggested incredible local restaurants and provided pricesless tips for us 👍🏼👏

[@MrLifeIsAwesomeForUs]

the best thing is, all different ppl, ethnics and religion live peacefully and harmony together

[@Livingabroadalex]

Great point Mat!

[@fab8490]

As a Malaysian, I like almost everything about this country. What I don’t like? The public toilet.

[@Livingabroadalex]

At least there are public toilets 🤭 but I hear ya

[@presicion25]

Interesting video and clean city. Didn't know it was as developed as you said. Seems like a great place to travel 👍

[@Livingabroadalex]

Exactly Louis. I was pleasantly surprised. Glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@azmanhamid4569]

Tis little country Is full of natural beauty Loads of colourful cultures Pack with fun n laughter And lots and lots of ❤ LOVE ❤

[@sam-gt7eq]

Little? U kidding right?

[@Yasin_Affandi]

Thanks for this absolutely wonderful video n for showing your candid interviews with some foreign tourists in KL.

[@Livingabroadalex]

Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@Yasin_Affandi]

@@Livingabroadalex Thank u. 😄

[@terbanghelang1404]

You need to visit sabah and serawak also...so many islands , beaches , mountains ,caves , jungles and tradisional customes to explore

[@Livingabroadalex]

😍

[@novayu666]

No

[@dinkarat1696]

Berak

[@momoycheng7468]

💯 agreed

[@makhluktuhan9746]

Want to try different foods in KL? 1. Malay food - Kampung Bharu 2. Chinese - Chinatown 3. Indian - Brickfields Then, get out of KL and head to Ipoh, Penang to the north. Spend sometime in Sabah too. Go hiking, swimming, stroll by the beach and in between.... eat. Eat, chat, sleep and repeat. I guess when God wanted to create Malaysia, He sent the best chefs from China, India and the rest of the globe to Malaysia very early on. Bring with u an umbrella and a big bottle of water. It either rains or it's hot. Have an enjoyable and safe holidays. If u ever in need of help, chat with a Malaysian. From a fellow Malaysian with lots of love and respect.

[@Livingabroadalex]

Wow thank you so much for all the advice. Much appreciated 🙏

[@MrCyberizal]

I love your content and your mindset.. Thank you for making a vids. Pls do more tq again

[@Livingabroadalex]

Thank you!! I'll definitely do that. Welcome to the channel 😀

[@Hicks-g1m]

Great interviews good to know these people like Malaysia clean modern good weather one person has been there for 14 years that's a long time and everyone for the most part speaks English I like that makes it easier to communicate and get around. Take care Alex 🆒🆒😎😎👍👍

[@Livingabroadalex]

Heyooo! Glad you liked the video . It definitely is a place that deserves more credit and should be on people's places to visit!

[@Hicks-g1m]

@@Livingabroadalex I'd like to go to Malaysia someday 🆒😎👍

[@Livingabroadalex]

Hope you make it here someday!

[@Hicks-g1m]

@@Livingabroadalex Thanks 👍

[@nutzhazel]

Nice interviews, loves the flow of the questions 👍 just subscribed ☺️ Welcome to Malaysia and enjoy your stay! 🤗

[@Livingabroadalex]

Thak you so much! Glad you enjoyed it ! Happy to be here 😊

[@nkve]

Just subscribed I like your content. Keep it up Welcome to KL Malaysia ❤❤❤

[@Livingabroadalex]

Thank you so much!! Welcome to the channel 🥳

[@TongSing9643]

One thing people should know about Singapore is that it is a red-and-white flag country with Chinese majority. I get a lot of hate comments towards Chinese online eventhough I am not born in China. I am half Singaporean Chinese and half Malaysian Chinese. Just saying about Singapore because Singapore and Malaysia used to be One Territory.

[@yooneunhyesarang9245]

That was a really good interviews with great interviewees. Keep it comin

[@Livingabroadalex]

Thank you so much!! Glad you liked it! More coming 😁

[@zarinaabdullah3695]

Indeed.. u need to spare ur time to travel to the east coast states; Kelantan, Terengganu and Pahang. We definitely have enchanting beaches like Tioman Island, Kapas Island and Perhentian Island. Love it! Love it! Love it!

[@iamurmakteh]

Beautiful beaches in terengganu.

[@penukulbesi4006]

What I like best about all of our cities is that there is no sound of car horns even when it is full or crowded with vehicles. The downside is that some drivers, particularly motorbike drivers, drive pretty dangerously.

[@Livingabroadalex]

Very true. Although it's by far better than any south east Asian country I've been to

[@Livingabroadalex]

Yessir. I haven't heard any.

[@iamaeris]

​@@EGO0808 Sangat jarang didengari

[@kauaku4424]

​@@EGO0808 well... Compare to other southeast asian country like Bangkok....Jakarta.. Hanoi... KL is less honk sound... And sometime you cant hear that sound... It soo rare... Btw... Wich area you stay in KLcc??

[@kauaku4424]

@@EGO0808 yup... Anoying Mat rempits... Menyampah nakharom.... Not in KL only... In rural area like Terengganu and Kelantan also have that.... Hahahaha... Daredevil!

[@myraizara2398]

You need to explore the islands in Malaysia and the foods. They will surprise you to the sky. Try "cendol"...and Langkawi cable car.

[@sonofage]

as a malaysian, I've always wondered why we stopped usually white folks to take pics with them. I dated a danish girl once and i recalled on the ferry in Penang, when i went to toilet, a bunch of people asked her for a picture and I was like wow, I never get that when I visit europe haha. It was my first time knowing we Malaysians do this.

[@Livingabroadalex]

Many countries do this. Thanks for sharing your experience

[@sonofage]

@@Livingabroadalex really? I guess it's seeing a different look for the first time probably. Idk if I would stop a person to take pics with them but maybe I should do that when I visit UK next week just for fun heh

[@Livingabroadalex]

Yea they shouldn't but they do. I guess years of imperialism and colonialism combined with Western beauty standards and western media, results to that

[@philipmasie]

Hi Alex, I would like to hear your thoughts on which SE Asian country you liked the best so far and why?

[@Livingabroadalex]

Hi Philip Masie! That's very hard to be honest so I'll try to give you some thoughts Pros and cons 1. Philippines: happy people, length of stay as a tourist (3 years) and women Cons: internet, transportation between cities, low standards of customer service 2. Thailand: food, English internet,accommodation, infrastructure, beaches, value for money Cons: visa stay only 45 days 3. Vietnam: cost of living, food, coffee , Cons: language barrier, need a visa, 4. Malaysia: Modern, English, food, people Cons: can't think of any right now lol So it really comes down to what you're looking for.

[@nutzhazel]

​@@Livingabroadalex I will add, 4. Malaysia: suitable for family traveling, laid-back country for laid back tourist, less hectic cons: lack of entertainment or night scene for single and young people who are looking for entertainment, alcohol is more expensive 😆

[@Livingabroadalex]

Great add on Amethyst!

[@decTac]

Thanks for sharing bro.. Great video..❤️ hope you will enjoy staying in Malaysia 🇲🇾👍😊

[@Livingabroadalex]

Thank you! It's definitely a place I need to spend time to experience fully.

[@decTac]

@@Livingabroadalex bro explore more to the nature flora and fauna and wildlife..Tasek Banding, Hutan Belum Forests, the virgin rainforest in Gerik, Perak.. Taman Negara Pahang, Perhentian island Terengganu, Tioman Island Johor..Semporna island Sabah.. Btw Malaysia has the oldest rainforest in the world, rich in flora and fauna also wildlife..😊

[@Livingabroadalex]

Sounds so exciting I wish I had more time But I'll definitely explore the nature!

[@decTac]

@@Livingabroadalex yes definitely, have a great time in 🇲🇾

[@SimpleDiaries-h7t]

What a great video👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@Livingabroadalex]

Thank you! I look forward to your future comments 😊

[@meow7420]

Dont forget to visit masjid jamek at night so beautiful

[@Livingabroadalex]

Thank you for the tip!

[@kaimazlan5883]

the Ramadhan and Raya festival is around the corner, you definitely have to check out some of the Ramadhan Bazaars! theyre food paradise! and maybe you can grab this opportunity to try to fast and "buka puasa" at Putrajaya. they hold one of the biggest bazaar there and have this venue where everyone just eat together at an open field. it's really an amazing experience! :)

[@Livingabroadalex]

Whoa!! Sounds awesome

[@kaimazlan5883]

@@Livingabroadalex indeed! 😍

[@rhmnhsn0]

Malaysia is truly asia. English is widely spoken here in Malaysia 🇲🇾.

[@Livingabroadalex]

🥳

[@lotagoz]

U love malaysia and Malaysian will love u 100%..get more subscriber

[@Livingabroadalex]

I truly do!! It's really incredible here 😍

[@gshen231]

What brings you here? A plane.. 😂 Nice interviews Alex. And nice tee 👌🏻

[@Livingabroadalex]

Haahah I laughed, too . Thanks, Goti Slayer. Palm made the shirt 😍

[@gshen231]

@@Livingabroadalex wow. Very nice of palm 😍

[@Livingabroadalex]

Yea she's awesome

[@arjunamaze-us5qv]

As a Malaysian i like all thing about my country except stupid politics and rudeless drivers..other than that im preety much happy..For the nature we can beat indonesian nature in this region..

[@Livingabroadalex]

Thanks for sharing Arjuna!

[@frankpng8026]

For your info, 2/3 land areas is at East Malaysia.... hell lot to explore yet.😃😃😃

[@Livingabroadalex]

Thanks for the info, Frank!

[@bungaialoevera]

10:44 I see that guy has tattoo on his upper arm. Hope he would visit the Borneo side of Malaysia (Sabah and/or Sarawak) and maybe get a tattoo or more. Unlike the Malaysian peninsula, tattoo is a culture of the indigenous people of the island (split between three countries).

[@Livingabroadalex]

Very interesting

[@CydinTech]

Just saw u right now on lrt train at klcc! HAHA

[@Livingabroadalex]

Oh haha. Sorry I was zoned out 😅 welcome to the channel

[@chengong748]

Thanks for your video and everything

[@Livingabroadalex]

Tha k you for watching 😊

[@makatogonzo]

A lot of infrastructure in KL was built on petroleum $. Petronas is under the purview of the Prime Minister. The modern infrastructure you see is thanks to Borneo Malaysia and Terengganu. Borneo Malaysia is left behind in development. You should come and visit us too here in Borneo.

[@rajawalisoars251]

"Feel Sabah, North Borneo"!

[@keangwooichoo6138]

Umm the random interviews sure sounded different from Dutch youtuber chai travel

[@Livingabroadalex]

Hopefully, it will be in a positive way. I've heard of him but never seen any of his content.

[@keangwooichoo6138]

@Living abroad I would say he interviewed some non tourists eg migrant workers here. That is not correct in my opinion. Also sometimes his vlog title has double meaning to attract viewers to watch. Example: "foreigners are leaving malaysia" but he interviewed tourists at the airport (departure). Of course they are leaving. They cannot stay forever here.

[@Livingabroadalex]

Lol 😅 definitely different than my content. I like talking yo people without any prior questions in min"except the main title" and getting to know someone on the spot. I guess everyone has their own style.

[@AriffinKarim]

​@@Livingabroadalex good answer..subscribed..done

[@Livingabroadalex]

Thank you, Ariffin! Welcome to the channel 🥳🤝

[@babibrain]

Must eat roti canai as Malaysia most delicious food.

[@Livingabroadalex]

Ill do it and make a video on it!

[@k0m3n9]

Why is it always have to be Malaysia? As a Malaysian I feel abit shy la.. LOL.. Kindly don't put too high axpectation when come to Malaysia, just a gentle reminder 😊

[@dudanak2]

Tiggy is so attractive, that's why

[@pianjerangkung8975]

1 Usd = RM 4.52,save cost living in Malaysia

[@Livingabroadalex]

Yes absolutely

[@keangwooichoo6138]

You shld visit the east coast islands. Will give koh samui, koh tao, koh chang a run for their money

[@Livingabroadalex]

Wow that sounds wonderful. I'll take a look

[@keangwooichoo6138]

@@Livingabroadalex example: 1. Perhentian islands 2. Redang 3. Tioman 4. Kapas 5. Lang tengah 6. Rawa 7. Tenggol

[@Livingabroadalex]

I just looked them up.theyre beautiful. I'll see if I can make time to check out some of these places.

[@keangwooichoo6138]

@Living abroad we rarely advertise it as locals do not want prices to go up if many tourists jam the islands like Thailand or Philippines. Secondly there will be pollution when tourism is not controlled eg kuta beach bali.

[@Livingabroadalex]

Well said. Seem Malaysias economy doesn't rely heavily on tourism.

[@philosophis]

3:50 is that Dylan O'Brien?

[@GuitarAddict101]

How about asking Malaysians what do they really think of their own country?

[@Livingabroadalex]

I'll definitely do that next time 😊

[@sharbuddinbinabdrazak8532]

Enjoys your trup

[@jamescps8799]

I love London, so many musical shows

[@RUHappyATM]

As long as you don't stay for long in Malaysia.

[@Livingabroadalex]

Why is that?

[@RUHappyATM]

@@Livingabroadalex Ask the local Chinese or Indians.

[@Livingabroadalex]

They're not the ones saying "as long as you don't stay for long"

[@RUHappyATM]

@@Livingabroadalex , Tourists don't have to put up with the shenanigans.

[@Livingabroadalex]

I seeeeee

[@johnmallick]

FREE TO CHAAT WOMAN

[@Livingabroadalex]

Huh?

[@babylily2448]

𝙷𝚒 𝚊𝚕𝚎𝚡..

[@Livingabroadalex]

Hi!!! 🥳👋