MISCELLANEOUS

Q. Does anyone in Kuala Lumpur speak English or any other language?
A. English is the common language used here.Our national language is Bahasa Malaysia. Malaysian commonly speaks Bahasa Malaysia, English, Mandarin, Tamil, Cantonese, and Panjabi.

Q. Can I buy international newspapers and magazines in Kuala Lumpur?
A. Yes.

Q. If we're into golf, tennis, horseback riding, does Kuala Lumpur offer anything?
A. Yes.

Q. Do we need to change money before or upon arrival ?
A. For your convenience, it always advisable to change to local currencies as all transaction in Malaysia will be in Ringgit Malaysia (RM). However, there are moneychanger and banks nearby to do these transactions.

Q. What is the standard tipping practice in Malaysia?
A. There is no tipping practice in Malaysia. Tipping is at your own discretion.

Q. What's the weather like there -- what about hurricane season?
A. Malaysia has an equatorial climate with uniform temperatures throughout
the year.

Q. Has the hotel been open long; was it newly built or a renovated structure?
A. We have been in operation since 28th February 1999.

Q. Where can I get information about travelling around KL?
A. Malaysian Tourism Board or your preferred travel agent all within this web site.

Q. Where can I get information about theatres?
A. Directories, local newspaper or the hotel's information counter.

Q. Where can I buy post cards and stamps?
A. The hotel's gift shop.

Q. Where can I exchange currency?
A. At the moneychanger or banks.

Q. Are clothing and shoe sizes the same in Kuala Lumpur as in the US?
A. No.

Q. Are all museums closed on Sundays and Mondays?
A. No.

Q. Do women have to wear hair coverings in Kuala Lumpur?
A. No. Only in places of worships.