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 enlarge | Authors: Simon Richmond, Marie Cambon, Damian Harper, Richard Watkins
Publisher: Lonely Planet Publications
Category: Book
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Rating:  12 reviews
Sales Rank: 652155
Media: Paperback
Edition: 9th
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Pages: 624
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Dimensions (in): 7.8 x 5 x 1
ISBN: 174059357X
Dewey Decimal Number: 915
EAN: 9781740593571
ASIN: 174059357X
Publication Date: February 2004
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Always a good travel guide brand June 6, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
It was Lonely Planet Vietnam that got me hooked on their series, and after traveling throughout Southeast Asia, I maintain Lonely Planet are the best travel advisor books, with the Rough Guide series a close second. I like that I can find what I need as a backpacker, but know where, when and on what to splurge. This particular one is not quite as strong as their Vietnam one, but I think will improve in the next version.
 A Good Guide to the Major Destinations March 17, 2007
14 out of 14 found this review helpful
Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei are the most developed countries in Southeast Asia, and tourism is a long-established business in the first two. English is widely spoken and travel is easy. More than anywhere in the region, you could even get by without a guidebook - local tourist offices are pretty good for info.
That said, if you do want a guide, this is probably the most reliable one for practical details. The 10th edition, published in January 2007, actually seems to have been more thoroughly updated than some previous ones, with some new attractions and accomodation options added - unlike in certain other LP guides, where only prices are changed from edition to edition. Of course practical details may change even by the time the book is published (remember it was researched in early 2006), but in general these 3 countries are pretty stable and inflation is low. Sure, the odd errorous/outdated info did slip in, but is far outweighed by all the useful stuff.
My only complaint about this book might be that it still pretty much concentrates on established, popular tourist attractions and major cities/towns. Don't expect to find many tips on locating hidden gems or exploring remote corners of the country, particularly Borneo. For that kind of info, I found the Rough Guide to these countries better than LP, though RG's practical info is often more dated. Decide what's more important to you!
If you are going to these countries for the first time, and only have a few weeks on hand to spend there, you will probably find the information provided by this guide both sufficient and largely accurate.
 Very Few Info on KL June 3, 2006
7 out of 11 found this review helpful
This is not a recommended book if you have only some days in KL. Lack of information. Too many detail about points of interest, restaurants and hotels were uncovered.
The Singapore should have to be improved as well. Better to buy the LP Singapore separately rather than buying this book.
Probably the worst LP guide that I ever read...
Even has good food picks! December 14, 2005
7 out of 8 found this review helpful
Went to Penang with this last month. Typical quality LP job in describing the country and how to get around. What made this one a cut above is that it actually had useful restaurant recommendations, as opposed to the typical LP approach (i.e.: Here's the address of a place that serves food; hope you don't get hepatitis). Hotel recommendations were spot-on as well.
As always with LP, my one regret is they aren't opinionated enough about which sights are worth your time and which ones aren't.
Lonely Planet Malaysia (latest edition) September 21, 2005
2 out of 7 found this review helpful
This is an essential companion for anyone not on a package tour travelling in Malaysia, Singapore or Brunei. Information on travel, accommodation, restaurants and sights is reliable, up-to-date and comprehensive. Do not leave home without it!
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