***Hints and Tips on traveling***
- PACKING/CLOTHES
Yes, you may pack shorts! (If you're going to a religious/conservative countries). It's okay to wear them. Be sure to bring long pants or skirts for religious sightseeing and when attending lectures on campus. Pack light and bring only what you need and try to bring clothes that are versatile because you'll always be on the go. You can buy lots of stuff in Malaysia if you need anything. Pack an empty rolled up duffel bag in your suitcase in case you buy too much and use it as a carry on later. Be ready to lift your suitcases up and down staircases! I only brought one suitcase for a month and half. Travel light, especially if you're going to be on the go and jumping from city to city or country to country.
- WEATHER (in Malaysia)
It's really hot. You will sweat...a lot.
- BUY AN ADAPTER/CONVERTER
The voltage is different here than in the US; and every continent
- LAPTOP/INTERNET (in Malaysia)
You will be so busy there's not much time to sit down and surf the web. However, the wifi is not reliable, some websites are blocked, and in some areas there's no wifi. I brought mine, but it's up to you.
- PARTYING? (in Malaysia)
Don't let the professors know. ;)
***Miscellaneous hints and tips in Malaysia***
- BRING TOILET PAPER WHEREVER YOU GO!
- Be on time to lectures!
- People say not to be alone when you travel. I admit I did stray away from the group and my friends. If you are a girl you will be approached. Be careful!
- Budget your spending money- although everything is really cheap in Malaysia.
- Prepare for cold showers...Brrrrr!
- If you can't eat spicy food. Mention it. Ask if they can make a dish non-spicy.
- Try all the foods- it's a must! Don't be shy from the street foods!
- There's a lot of walking. Enjoy it!
- Don't waste your time. Do and go everywhere during your free nights and weekends.
- Bring sunscreen and bug spray
- Don't bother bringing travel size. Buy everything you need at the stores there.