15 Countries for First-Time Travelers
| August 10, 2018
8. Malaysia
Malaysia is a primarily Muslim country, but definitely not a strict one. It’s a melting pot of nationalities – one can see a strong presence of Indians and Chinese, among other people, all respecting each other’s faith and culture.
The country is extremely easy to travel around and offers interesting activities for all tastes. It’s possible to see the tea plantations in the Cameron Highlands, beautiful beaches in Langkawi, and orangutans in Borneo, an island it shares with Indonesia.
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