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DIVING INSTRUCTOR IN MALAYSIA
Thursday 5 May at 5.00pm on Channel [V]
Kyle hits one of the top diving and snorkelling spots in Malaysia - The Perhentian Islands where he lives the life, working underwater as a diving instructor B430. But first Kyle makes a pit stop in Malaysia's capital, Kuala Lumpur, to take in the sights and sounds of this bustling city.
Tips from our Block Jockey: James Brechney
- Tip 1. In Kuala Lumpa if a prostitue buys a drink while you are talking to her at the bar she'll get a nifty 'invoice to pay' from the barman and just hand it to you. You'll then be obliged to pay or look like a twat. By all means, talk to prositutes but avoid doing so near the bar! Save your money... for prositutes.
- Tip 2. Pack an Australian power point adapter! A lot of visitors to Malaysia are actually from Europe and the States. It's easy to purchase EU adapters over there but very hard to find an Aussie connector. Save yourself time and get one before you go. If desperate do a 'James' and 'permanently borrow' one from your first hotel.
- Tip 3. Don't be fooled by a quick scan of a Malaysian weather forecast that is a montage of dark clouds and thunder. In the monsoon season downpours generally just last a couple of hours and it is always humid. You'll only need shirts and shorts. Throw in one pair of pants if you want to go clubbing.
- Tip 4. The people are lovely. Be aware that they are a conservative nation. Outside of Kuala Lumpur you want to keep those public displays of affection and Lady Gaga lyrics on hold for your hotel room - I'm talking to you gays! I had no qualms taking photos or videos, they may at times have been a little upset but too polite to say anything. Get those memories recorded!
- Tip 5. Hotels will always put a hold on some money on your card during your stay in case you break or 'permanently borrow' something (see above). Use your credit card. After staying at 3 hotels in 10 days I had $700 on my savings card that didn't clear back until I had already returned to OZ. That's a lot of Malaysian Coronas! Happily use the ATMs all over the country as your bank will rip you off somewhat less than shifty money traders.
- Tip 5. Go nuts on the food but ease yourself into it. If you're staying for 5 days or more, spend the first three easing your stomach into it. Take it easy on the currys and chillis. Once you think you've got the hang of it go hard! The chilli crab and whole fish are a must-consume. I drank the water, I didn't get sick.