Tips For Tourist

TIPS FOR TOURIST.

Saying it in Malay.

Welcome	Selamat Datang	Vegetables	Sayur	Bus	Bas
Good morning	Selamat Pagi	Meat	Daging	Taxi	Teksi
Good night	Selamat Malam	Fish	Ikan	Train	Keretapi/ Tren
Thank you	Terima Kasih	Beach	Pantai	Flight	Kapal terbang
You are welcome	Sama-sama	Sea	Laut	Please	Sila/ Tolong
Goodbye	Selamat jalan	Mountain	Gunung	Help	Tolong
How are you?	Apa khabar?	Hill	Bukit	Caution	Awas
I’m fine	Khabar baik	Cave	Gua	Entrance	Masuk
I’m sorry	Minta maaf	Lake	Tasik	Exit	Keluar
rice	nasi	Road	Jalan	Restroom	Tandas

Local Information.

National Park are protected areas and visitors are advised to take note of the strict laws that govern these areas. Take nothing but photographs and leave nothing but footprints. A national park conservation fee will be imposed upon entry.

When entering places of worship such as mosques or temples, shoes should be removed. Most mosques provide robes and headscarves for female visitors. Taking photographs at places of worship is usually permitted but ask for permission first.

Muslims do not consume liquor or alcoholic beverages. Liquor is strictly not served in restaurants or eateries in Kelantan or Terengganu. However, liquor is served at major hotel.

During boat rides, please request for safety jackets from the boat operator.

Some social tips.

Be respectful when you are in public.

When sitting on the floor, men sit cross-legged while women normally sit with their legs tucked to the side.

To give or receive something, try to use the right hand.

When pointing, it is preferable to use the thumb with the four fingers folded under, rather than the forefinger.

The majority of Muslims in the East Coast Region dress modestly. Visitors are advised to do the same.

Malaysian refrain from displaying their affection in public (i.e embracing or kissing). Visitors are advised to take note of this.