I’ve just spent my new year in Malacca – a historical town which is just a 3-hour plus on bus from Singapore and around another 2 to KL.

At first, it was said to be boring and nothing much there. In fact, I did feel regret when arrange a relatively long trip in that small town. However, it turns out to be a good trip and rest for a new year.

One of my very first impression there is the weather. It was all sunny yet not very hot with a little bit cloudy at times. That was such a fantastic weather to hang around the town.

Very talented & interesting personality

Another funny guy

I don’t know if they’re English and Malay names about Malacca (indeed, they are) but I found it quite funny when they don’t standardize its name in the same context. Even in a same museum, some call it Malacca; some, Melaka.

Nice fish in a vey fresh water

Nice firework from Malacca

As a historical destination, it reminds me of my hometown Hue which is also a famous tourist destination in Vietnam. Similar to Hue, Malacca is also famous for its food. However, I myselft find it quite normal as similar as those Malay food I’ve tried in Singapore. They’ve got Egg Oyster; Nasi Lemak, Ayam Penyet, etc.. Among them, Nasi Lemak is absolutely my favorite Malay dish now. Of course, their prices there are pretty cheap, especially in compared to those in Singapore. We spent around RM 50 for a decent sushi there which would cost the same price but in Singapore Dollar in Singapore.

Night steamboat nearby our hotel

Cheap & decent durian. We bought 1 for only RM25

Would it be more well-arranged in terms of days, activities and money, we would have had a better trip. Anyways, they are severed as a good experience for us for our next trips. Overall, to be honest, I would not come back Malacca anytime soon (partially cos we did spent a lot of time there), but it’s a very decent and nice place to visit. Recommended.