there are still many westerners who are Islamophobic and afraid to go to a Muslim majority country... they still think that Muslim countries are not safe for non-Muslims.
Yes Mr Andrew. Dont worry to practice yours & those who came to Malaysia should have peace in their minds that we already living side by side with our multiraces neighbours & friends. Just embrace the differences, keep respect each other & lets cultivate the positivity vibes together 😊
We r not secular ctry, where to even mention God, any religion in any schools, govt offices is prohibited /taboo, and where those people in power r sooo busy denying d existence of God and his creations(hence d current frenzied movement to enforce LGBTQ 'rights /existence'). To these people, I say stay in your own ctry, Msia is not for u!!
I’m visiting M in May. Looking forward to checking out some of the places in Kl and Penang. I’m also wanting to connect with some homelessness services.
Great video Taylor. I have lived in Penang for seven years now and have no intention of going back to my "home" country. Oh, and by the way, while I was working, I lived in many countries and I can absolutely vouch for the fantastic Malaysian people being the most friendly helpful people I have ever met.
Malaysian people are humble and easy-going, a lot to learn from! I need to relearn these traits as I have lived in US for too long! As Americans, we talk too much!
I am back in Penang for a couple of months. I looked at real estate in KL last month. Lots of traffic in KL. I grew up in the south and spent a lot of time in DC, too, but I still can't get use to the heat in Malaysia. I lived at the town center in Reston and I never found it as hot as it is here. I was walking around the town center all the time. I'm staying at Island Plaza. As fare as I can see: No bugs here ...not one. The apartment I rented is pretty spotless,. Island plaza has opened up a dozen or more restaurants and there are two groceries nearby so I am comfy here. It looks like more restaurants to come! When you're in Penang, try the Venti cafe for coffee. It's the best I've tried in Malaysia. The people in Malaysia are some of the best. They are kind, accepting, efficient, etc. About Malaysians speaking English, it's unfortunate for us Americans but the Malaysians --more often than not--speak a better English than we do! Get to work on your English Americans! I am American and I am sick of trying to understand what other Americans are saying. Thank you! Malaysia will be listed as a 1st world country in 2030. KL is the 6th most visited city worldwide. KL had more visitors last year than NYC. That isn't really a surprise, is it? Penang is the 13th most visited city worldwide. Thanks for the program Andrew.
Although our weather is hot and humid (with scattered rains) all year round, we do have months that are hotter than other months. Last month is one of it. Dont worry, even we locals cant get used to it. 😂 We limit our outdoors activities during those months and make sure we drink a lot of water.
Here's what most people don't get. Yes, it can be hot, if you're under direct sunlight. However, the air is always room temperature, at sea level. Cooler the higher up you go. It might be a cloudless day, with the oppressive sun bearing down on you but if you get underneath any kind of shade, it's pleasant. In some other countries , the air is warm so you can't escape the heat. This doesn't happen in Malaysia.
Yes you are a wonderful Ambassador for MALAYSIA🇲🇾. Thank you. I like to think that this is your gift to my country (yours too now) in exchange for what Malaysia is offering you. Happy Retirement and many more happy days. Stay well❤
Ive lived in Malaysia for a year now . Driving on the other side of the road is very natural now . I’ve met a lot of friendly people that have been very welcoming . Thanks for all you do Andrew
Driving on the other side of the road will take some time to get used to for me I think. Also getting used to the way people drive there. I cringe every time my brother drives me around KL.
Love this video! I met some great friends while I was there! The grab drivers were very nice and even stopped for me to take pictures! I can’t wait to get to Malaysia 🇲🇾 Thank you too Andy!
G'day Taylor, I spent some of the best ten weeks in Penang a little while ago. Everything you said was spot on. I paid RM65 for a steak meal, which is cheaper than OZ. Nyonya food was my favorite. I was living next door to a convent that ran a kindergarten and most of the kids were Muslim. My wife did not want to go originally. She had heard every stereotype of Malaysia from her friends. She loved Penang and we will go again for sure.
Hearing you speak kindly about Muslim folks makes me so happy. My sister is a convert from Christianity and for decades I have met so many lovely folks from all sorts of Muslim countries. ♡
Been here 30 years from Seattle on MM2H I speak Malay as most expats don't I strongly suggest it. Helps getting accepted in the community. I'd rather have the heat then the 275 days of Pacific Northwest RAIN!
@@Photojouralist123 Yup, I can't wait. I do need to do my homework as far as where I would like to live. KL seems so chaotic and busy now! The way people drive there scares me! I am thinking Putrajaya, it seems more quiet, any idea?
Hi Taylor, not sure how I ended up on your channel but I love it here and I am staying 😅. I lived in Indonesia for 3.5yrs and I loved it. So good to see you living and thriving in Malaysia ❤
Many expats from the Western world are considering Malaysia because of your channel Andrew, please keep up the good work and that wonderful personality of yours. We love y ou.
Hi Ed, I live 100 miles south of Tampa and I'm considering a move to Malaysia. For a couple of years I've been watching TH-cam videos and planning on the Philippines until recently. Good luck on your new adventures.
Another Floridian here. I plan on moving in two years when I retire. Never even contemplated until I discovered Taylor a year ago. Now I cannot wait to move.
Hello fellow Floridians. I live in Orlando. I lived in SE Asia for 20 years, much of that time in Malaysia. It is definitely a retiree's heaven. Taylor lives in a perfect area, still close to everything. You will make so many friends in Malaysia. They people are generally very receptive of foreigners and very endearing. You are not making a mistake choosing Malaysia. English is widespread. Excellent healthcare and modern hospitals. Many doctors studied in the UK. And best of all affordable living. You might never have to cook or clean yourself again. I find Taylor's advice to be honest and accurate to my own experience. He's a great resource of informaton.
@@louislovestrandThanks so much Louis for your input. In addition to Taylor, recently I've been watching vlogs from Ben Fisherman. He adds a good, new perspective. I'm excited to moving there.
What is the average temperature in KL? The answer is 18 Celcius. People go to offices wearing jackets and wrap themselves in shawls and blankets. It is that cold. Outside, it is a different story. We do not go outside much, only Taylor does that 😊
As a Malaysian, I can vouch for what Taylor has said in this video. Taylor is a person who knows Malaysia like a local! Keep up the great work Taylor, I've been here since you had only a few thousand subscribers. Congrats on 20k and let's see 50k next!
Ooooh your expression when the noisy motorcycle passed by! Just like mine,too. I tell myself that they are a test on my patience by Allah swt and the riders were youngsters who didn't realise their behaviour were disruptive. It helped me to quickly forgive them and calm myself. Enjoy your stay here.
The bird is known as the Asian Koel, or 'Burung Tuwu' in Malay. Indeed, the Charlie Ant/Rove beetle appears to be more prevalent in Penang. During my years living in Melaka, I never encountered them. Their abundance may be due to the paddy fields in Kedah, which provide an ideal breeding ground. Regarding the window screens, they are indeed challenging to find one. I had to DIY create them myself, and locally, we typically refer to them as mosquito nets.
On the topic of mosquito net, modern houses with air-cond don't need them because the inhabitants can just close all the doors & windows and then turn on the air-cond. While for traditional houses, especially village style wooden houses, they did use mosquito net, just not on the windows, but over the beds! Much easier to set up and doesn't require extensive installation fee.
Kalau kena gigit semut tu.. Bersih dengan kapas alcohol.. Pedih sikit.. Then Sapu atau oles minyak supaya rasa Terbakar tu hilang.. Semut tu sedikit berbisa.. 😅 Opss.. Jangan sapu minyak angin... Minyak masak pun OK..
I actually not fond of insect screen because it traps so much dust on the surface. Also if insects an issue we just install the electronic repellent device or the incense type thing
Great video as always. The look on your face after that motorcycle passed by is classic! So glad you kept it in the video. Had me laughing so hard. You are probably my favorite TH-camr so i always look forward to Friday night here in NYC. All the best!
I grew up in a house with screens and have always had screens, most of my family have it too. They don’t come as standard so you need to get someone to install them, but I also understand that most people who don’t want them is because it slows the air flow - as you know we Malaysians like to open all the windows in the evening to let our house cool down. I also grew up in the 70s and 80s drinking the tap water and was surprised during my first overseas trip that this is not safe in many countries. I suppose that it is just the trend in the last 20 years for people to drink bottled water everywhere, even in countries where tap water is supposed to be safe.
You can brush yr teeth with tap water anywhere in Malaysia, many have been using the water dispenser ,well its well promoted by companies from Korea,Yes,u can boil the water n drink,its safe.
Great honest review Taylor. Love Malaysian people, food, weather malls and secular state of multi ethinic, religions thats make it unique and her strength. Love Malaysia i would retire there 🇲🇾
One thing you don’t experience there like you do in the Philippines. Are power outages, cell phone signal going out especially in the smaller cities. And the infrastructure is bad compared to KL. I agree Malaysia is a developing country definitely not a third world. Great video!
Malaysian here living in the klang valley, 10mins away from KL. I have never encountered a snake in all my years living in a landed property but i guess it depends where your house is located. Obviously if its near heavily wooded areas, u may encounter them. The only insescts that bothers me are mosquitoes. Dengue is endemic in Malaysia so u want to make sure that you are not exposed to the aedes egypti mosquitoes which carry the disease. Simple measures like closing doors and windows at dawn and dusk when they are most active helps alot. I also use an insect repellent spray for my little bud. I thought about why many people dont use window screens. I think it may be because for hundreds of years,our ancestors have never used it so its just not something one considers as important to have in their homes. Less important than having fans, ACs, water heaters, water filter and other things to make life comfortable. Having said that, it is a good idea to have them and u can have it installed easily at your property or ask your landlord if they can consider putting it on for you. You are right about the weather and the rain. Since its usually for short durations, u will see that most Malaysians dont bother with an umbrella. Amazingly, i have never seen the Charlie ant 😅. That is something new i learned from you today. Thanks for posting ❤
When i was in Malaysia in the early 80s, the tap water tasted like it came from mountain springs and it did not have a hint of chlorine taste in it. I miss Malaysian water in the US
Hi Taylor, love your videos. I'm a Malaysian who had the privilege to live in New York for work and studies. In general, Islam is the official religion of Malaysia but other religions are free to practice. It is enshrined in the constitution. Even though we have issues here with its imperfections, there are a lot of things that I (or we) should not take for granted. There are things US is good at, the same way as Malaysia is and likewise. Just wondering, what is your favorite Malaysian food and the initial culture shocks when you lived in Malaysia?
Talking about malls and food, we are not a fan of processed food like canned food, packed food etc but it is readily available everywhere. Fresh food is where our appetites are 😂
Thanks! I enjoy your videos. I also love Malaysia, have visited several times, and even thought of maybe retiring there. But now that I have a bf here, I will stay in Seattle for now. You seem like a very nice guy and if I was in KL, I am sure we would be friends. 🙂
Good morning Sir!...like your people!...i'm from Ampang district of Selangor, Malaysia. Come down to Ampang and we meet at "mamak" to enjoy the puri & teh tarik! Cheers!
Hi Taylor, it is a well produced video. U r actually doing Malaysia's Ministry of Tourism a favor by promoting Malaysia to the whole world thru your videos over the years. When I was a student in the USA in the early 1980s, many American students in my classes didn't know where Malaysia is. Whenever I was asked; I always did reply, Malaysia is located between Thailand n Singapore. They pretty much know Thailand. There was a song in 1984 by Murray Head titled One Night in Bangkok, always being aired by the local radio stations. I mentioned Singapore instead of Indonesia bcos back than, Singapore was already well known internationally as a financial hub. Since the pandemic is over, a lot of Americans n Canadians r visiting and/or residing in Malaysia which is a good thing. Keep up the good work Taylor, we Malaysians really appreciate it v much.
not many people go back and watch all of the old videos. Doing the same topic every so often is a good thing in my opinion. Thanks for your videos! I wish you could sit with some more female expats that have moved there.
The bird is Asian Koel or locally known as Burung Tuwu. Malaysia isn't a fully Muslim country as secular law is used in the Constitution and Judiciary. Only certain things involving the Muslims only will subject to Shariah law. I used to drink tap water in the 80s during my school days and still surviving today. Even drinking from the stream! But it's better to boil the water first before drinking it Your face when the bike passed by is Epic! One of our problems for decades 😂😂
The only problem I had in my stay in KLCC was when I running in the park and the security told me to put my shirt on when it was 100 degrees out. People and city and food are really nice.
Funny you said that.I was visiting KL with my partner a few years ago and had a pair of shorts on,I must admit it was very short shorts and I was "advised" by one of the hotel staff to perhaps change to something less revealing.My partner still jokes about that incident to this day!!! 😀😁😂
Thank you Taylor for all your videos. They are very helpful as I explore the possibilities for my upcoming retirement. I have been through SE Asia before but never to Malaysia. I need to come explore. Best wishes!
Dear Clark whatever your relationship is, it will be respected as long as it is not in the society face. As far as hospitalisation, as long as you have given authorization for one to act on your behalf, there would be no problem. If you are particular, have a power of attorney document. Cost of healthcare is tremendously cheaper. Premiums for a 40 year old is US 400 annually. If you have retirement visa, you can use the national healthcare system. Prescription drugs for diabetes and hypertension will cost you... I kid you not 5 dollar a month Last point there is no capital gains tax, nor is there any inheritance taxes Good luck
@montgomeryclark7531 Taylor has some videos on the Malaysian healthcare system previously, you could check out those videos and some other expats' too. It's highly efficient and affordable. About the other issue, nobody bothers whatever you do behind closed doors. Yes, proper documentations is advisable - e.g. a power of attorney document listing your partner as next of Kin for hospitalisation, or have a lawyer to arrange for your will, etc. in case you're worried about this too when the time comes, should have everything covered
I really like your voice and tone, so calming. Good to listen after such a busy day of work and want to rewind at night. Thank you. You reminds me of professor
Oh, by the way, one thing that your friends from the States haven't been informed is that Malaysia is a motorcycle country, very much like other South East Asian countries. Thousands of them on the road. Some just pass by quietly, and some are loud. But don't worry, people are quick to adjust to their surroundings. In fact it's a cheap form of transportation, and they contribute to the unjamming of the roads and highways. Just imagine if everyone moves by cars and buses only.
2:39 Glad you mentioned this, Taylor. Most foreigners don't know this and many prefer NOT TO KNOW. What's worse is that they usually think that both are the same in terms of cultures, local languages and demographics because foreign media has been fed time and time again with a peninsula-centric version of Malaysia.
Yes, the Malaysian people are the kindest people I've ever met. And on another note... The bird call *might* be the black-naped oriole. When I am in Malaysia, I live just above tree-line near KL and whenever I hear that call, I'll look out the window and often see black-naped orioles flying by. The call on the TH-cam videos I have seen is somewhat similar, but usually at a different pitch (which might be explained by the locations, thousands of km away).
Oh my! Taylor, you better sit down for this question. You may have no understanding of this but here goes... we are 2 conservative Gents from Manhattan (originally from St Pete!!!) We're Friends of Dorothy and wondering if Malaysia could be right for us??? We're very discreet in the day to day, but what happens when one of us is hospitalized, which could happen in old age? Are family/spousal rights respected? We're currently in Italy looking at retirement sites and it's just too darned cold here! We'd like to buy you a hot chocolate or maybe a cappuccino so I hope this Super Thanks link works. Thanks for any thoughts that might soothe our trepidation. I'm hoping Malaysia honors the Golden Rule but we clearly wouldn't be in Kansas anymore! You're the best! From 2 NYC fans who adore you! Ciao!
I can't answer all of your concerns, but I can say that Malaysia is recognized as having one of the best, if not the best medical healthcare in the world. Many come to Malaysia for medical travel. You can look it up
That's the Ampang Hilir lake! I used to live a few metres down the road in front of the Lebanese embassy. Equally confusing was when driving on the right hand side in Texas and Louisiana... Florida too. But I set my brain to laterally inverse the road directions in the UK, Australia, Singapore and Malaysia.
The stingy insect called Charlier only exist nearby paddy field during harvesting season. In KL, it won't be a problem at all. Only be careful if you are in the coutryside, next to paddy field and during harvesting season
Mosquitoes bother me in certain seasons in the south, but I use either lavender spray or a citronella because I don’t wanna put on heavy chemicals and it seems to work for me other than that if I don’t put the spray on then the mosquitoes really like me !!
Hi Andrew. We are coming next month from Queensland. Any great food places in Georgetown you can recommend? Loved watching this. If you are around might catch up for drinks or a meal?
I think if you really get wrapped around the axle about needing certain foods...you probably shouldn't think about retiring ANYWHERE other than where you already are :)
Taylor, the bird is 100% a magpie or murai in bahasa. The head and top of the body is always black but the chest usually is white but can be in orange colour as well. When you hear them calling in their high pitch sound, you should imitate them initially then you change the tempo or frequency etc, the bird will imitate you. I know these birds very well because they are very noisy and loud but I like them.
You must visit Kota Kinabalu. It's cool, calm & beautiful. I've been twice to Malaysia and I agree with your thoughts about the place. Didn't notice anyone being rude to anyone. Had food on roadside cheaper outlets and had no stomach issues, reflecting hygiene standards. Keep posting Mr Taylor. Stay blessed Sir.
Good conversation about misconceptions. What amazes me is that there is so little awareness of this country amongst Americans, compared to Thailand, Philippines, or Vietnam. I suppose the Malaysians like it that way. Being under appreciated keeps the hordes out. By the way, I lived in Thailand for a year, and I would hear that same bird making that pleasant noise in the condominium complex where I stayed. Keep the videos coming.
i like how you go through all these topics. They may seem trivial, but they're important topics for people who don't know and would like to go visit/live here. I remember when i was in a village, where we get the tap water directly from the natural clean water stream from the river, we can drink it. it tastes nice too, no chlorine taste. but yes normally we boil water instead of directly drink from the tap.
There are places in Malaysia that aren't as hot as KL. Cameron Highlands is an area that is cooler year round. The climate of Cameron Highland ranges between 20°C - 25°C (68 - 77F) during the day on average but does get a little hotter during periods of low rainfall. Night falls between 15°C - 18°C (59 - 64F) but may dip lower after heavy rain. It does rain frequently, though.
I realise that Islam is the official religion of Malaysia, just not the only religion. 🙏
It is not an Islamic state. You are correct. It is not afghanistan or pakistan or saudi arabia.
there are still many westerners who are Islamophobic and afraid to go to a Muslim majority country... they still think that Muslim countries are not safe for non-Muslims.
Yes Mr Andrew. Dont worry to practice yours & those who came to Malaysia should have peace in their minds that we already living side by side with our multiraces neighbours & friends. Just embrace the differences, keep respect each other & lets cultivate the positivity vibes together 😊
We r not secular ctry, where to even mention God, any religion in any schools, govt offices is prohibited /taboo, and where those people in power r sooo busy denying d existence of God and his creations(hence d current frenzied movement to enforce LGBTQ 'rights /existence'). To these people, I say stay in your own ctry, Msia is not for u!!
I’m visiting M in May. Looking forward to checking out some of the places in Kl and Penang. I’m also wanting to connect with some homelessness services.
Taylor you already feel like a friend.
Thanks for the support! 🤗
I am Malaysian staying in New Zealand.You are very right about Malaysia.I am planning to go home for good.I love my country Malaysia .
I love it too!
New zealand is also a beautiful land
Great video Taylor. I have lived in Penang for seven years now and have no intention of going back to my "home" country. Oh, and by the way, while I was working, I lived in many countries and I can absolutely vouch for the fantastic Malaysian people being the most friendly helpful people I have ever met.
Malaysian people are humble and easy-going, a lot to learn from! I need to relearn these traits as I have lived in US for too long! As Americans, we talk too much!
TRUE. Malaysians are very warm and kind hearted people. They are always ready to help a senior citizen like me. Thank you for this lovely video.
I am back in Penang for a couple of months. I looked at real estate in KL last month. Lots of traffic in KL. I grew up in the south and spent a lot of time in DC, too, but I still can't get use to the heat in Malaysia. I lived at the town center in Reston and I never found it as hot as it is here. I was walking around the town center all the time. I'm staying at Island Plaza. As fare as I can see: No bugs here ...not one. The apartment I rented is pretty spotless,. Island plaza has opened up a dozen or more restaurants and there are two groceries nearby so I am comfy here. It looks like more restaurants to come! When you're in Penang, try the Venti cafe for coffee. It's the best I've tried in Malaysia. The people in Malaysia are some of the best. They are kind, accepting, efficient, etc. About Malaysians speaking English, it's unfortunate for us Americans but the Malaysians --more often than not--speak a better English than we do! Get to work on your English Americans! I am American and I am sick of trying to understand what other Americans are saying. Thank you! Malaysia will be listed as a 1st world country in 2030. KL is the 6th most visited city worldwide. KL had more visitors last year than NYC. That isn't really a surprise, is it? Penang is the 13th most visited city worldwide. Thanks for the program Andrew.
Interesting
Although our weather is hot and humid (with scattered rains) all year round, we do have months that are hotter than other months.
Last month is one of it.
Dont worry, even we locals cant get used to it. 😂
We limit our outdoors activities during those months and make sure we drink a lot of water.
@@chaeneesah yes Feb and March are hot months
We speak basic and simple English, we need subtitle to understand American English in movies because you guys speak fast and fluent.
Are you always drenched in sweat? When I go to HK in summer I am miserable!
Here's what most people don't get. Yes, it can be hot, if you're under direct sunlight. However, the air is always room temperature, at sea level. Cooler the higher up you go.
It might be a cloudless day, with the oppressive sun bearing down on you but if you get underneath any kind of shade, it's pleasant. In some other countries , the air is warm so you can't escape the heat. This doesn't happen in Malaysia.
Yes you are a wonderful Ambassador for MALAYSIA🇲🇾. Thank you. I like to think that this is your gift to my country (yours too now) in exchange for what Malaysia is offering you. Happy Retirement and many more happy days. Stay well❤
Wow, thank you ☺️
Ive lived in Malaysia for a year now . Driving on the other side of the road is very natural now .
I’ve met a lot of friendly people that have been very welcoming .
Thanks for all you do Andrew
Driving on the other side of the road will take some time to get used to for me I think. Also getting used to the way people drive there. I cringe every time my brother drives me around KL.
Thanks! Andrew you're the reason I will move to Malaysia next year. Stay Well & Awesome!!!
Happy to hear that! Thanks for your support! 🤗
Thank you Taylor for promoting Malaysia to the Western world. I enjoy watching your channel.
Guess how much the government of Malaysia pays him for those U-Tubes?
Love this video! I met some great friends while I was there! The grab drivers were very nice and even stopped for me to take pictures! I can’t wait to get to Malaysia 🇲🇾 Thank you too Andy!
Glad you enjoyed it! 😊
G'day Taylor, I spent some of the best ten weeks in Penang a little while ago. Everything you said was spot on. I paid RM65 for a steak meal, which is cheaper than OZ. Nyonya food was my favorite. I was living next door to a convent that ran a kindergarten and most of the kids were Muslim. My wife did not want to go originally. She had heard every stereotype of Malaysia from her friends. She loved Penang and we will go again for sure.
im interested to know what your wife hear?
I found KL very livable. I enjoyed my vacation there and am planning to come back
Hearing you speak kindly about Muslim folks makes me so happy. My sister is a convert from Christianity and for decades I have met so many lovely folks from all sorts of Muslim countries. ♡
Mashallah!
Been here 30 years from Seattle on MM2H I speak Malay as most expats don't I strongly suggest it. Helps getting accepted in the community. I'd rather have the heat then the 275 days of Pacific Northwest RAIN!
I am in Seattle currently, coming back to Malaysia for good soon! As I get older the gloomy rainy days do get to me!
@@KalsomWalimohamad haha 😆 hurry back nice and sunny here
@@Photojouralist123 Yup, I can't wait. I do need to do my homework as far as where I would like to live. KL seems so chaotic and busy now! The way people drive there scares me! I am thinking Putrajaya, it seems more quiet, any idea?
@@KalsomWalimohamad hmmm Putrajaya not much there I would stay in Bangsar area
@@Photojouralist123 I checked out Bangsar, used to live there actually, near Jalan Maarof. I am sure rent is much higher now.
Many thanks for your videos Taylor! I have found them very helpful in my research for my upcoming retirement. I expect to come over and visit soon.
Best of luck! Thank you so much for your support. 🤗
Appreciate your kind gestures to clarify, clear out the misconceptions about Malaysia.
Hi Taylor, not sure how I ended up on your channel but I love it here and I am staying 😅. I lived in Indonesia for 3.5yrs and I loved it. So good to see you living and thriving in Malaysia ❤
Welcome!! 🤗
Many expats from the Western world are considering Malaysia because of your channel Andrew, please keep up the good work and that wonderful personality of yours. We love y ou.
I live just south of Tampa. Been there for 13 years. But I may move to KL later this year. I am 73 years old and I am looking for adventure.
Hi Ed, I live 100 miles south of Tampa and I'm considering a move to Malaysia. For a couple of years I've been watching TH-cam videos and planning on the Philippines until recently. Good luck on your new adventures.
Another Floridian here. I plan on moving in two years when I retire. Never even contemplated until I discovered Taylor a year ago. Now I cannot wait to move.
Hello fellow Floridians. I live in Orlando. I lived in SE Asia for 20 years, much of that time in Malaysia. It is definitely a retiree's heaven. Taylor lives in a perfect area, still close to everything. You will make so many friends in Malaysia. They people are generally very receptive of foreigners and very endearing. You are not making a mistake choosing Malaysia. English is widespread. Excellent healthcare and modern hospitals. Many doctors studied in the UK. And best of all affordable living. You might never have to cook or clean yourself again.
I find Taylor's advice to be honest and accurate to my own experience. He's a great resource of informaton.
@@louislovestrandThanks so much Louis for your input. In addition to Taylor, recently I've been watching vlogs from Ben Fisherman. He adds a good, new perspective. I'm excited to moving there.
What is the average temperature in KL? The answer is 18 Celcius. People go to offices wearing jackets and wrap themselves in shawls and blankets. It is that cold. Outside, it is a different story. We do not go outside much, only Taylor does that 😊
😂😂😂
😂😂😂
18? Most of the time 16🥶🥶😆😆
Thanks for your great work!
Thank you so much for your support! 🤗
Thank you Mr Taylor, for promoting Malaysia.❤
As a Malaysian, I can vouch for what Taylor has said in this video. Taylor is a person who knows Malaysia like a local! Keep up the great work Taylor, I've been here since you had only a few thousand subscribers. Congrats on 20k and let's see 50k next!
Thank you so much ☺️
Ooooh your expression when the noisy motorcycle passed by! Just like mine,too.
I tell myself that they are a test on my patience by Allah swt and the riders were youngsters who didn't realise their behaviour were disruptive. It helped me to quickly forgive them and calm myself. Enjoy your stay here.
Lovely thoughts. 🤗
Malaysia needs more fabulous people like you
Awwww ☺️
The bird is known as the Asian Koel, or 'Burung Tuwu' in Malay.
Indeed, the Charlie Ant/Rove beetle appears to be more prevalent in Penang. During my years living in Melaka, I never encountered them. Their abundance may be due to the paddy fields in Kedah, which provide an ideal breeding ground.
Regarding the window screens, they are indeed challenging to find one. I had to DIY create them myself, and locally, we typically refer to them as mosquito nets.
On the topic of mosquito net, modern houses with air-cond don't need them because the inhabitants can just close all the doors & windows and then turn on the air-cond.
While for traditional houses, especially village style wooden houses, they did use mosquito net, just not on the windows, but over the beds! Much easier to set up and doesn't require extensive installation fee.
Kalau kena gigit semut tu.. Bersih dengan kapas alcohol.. Pedih sikit.. Then Sapu atau oles minyak supaya rasa Terbakar tu hilang.. Semut tu sedikit berbisa.. 😅 Opss.. Jangan sapu minyak angin... Minyak masak pun OK..
I actually not fond of insect screen because it traps so much dust on the surface. Also if insects an issue we just install the electronic repellent device or the incense type thing
@@lkh-xj1ck one of my reason is to minimise aircon use.
@@Aeybiseediy "Also if insects an issue we just install the electronic repellent device"
Does it really work to repel insects?
Enjoy the coffee! I'm coming to KL after watching your channel for a few years, can't wait.
Thanks Pete! 🤗
We do have "window screens" if you are referring to "mosquito nets/screens". You'll see it in older design houses.
Great video as always. The look on your face after that motorcycle passed by is classic! So glad you kept it in the video. Had me laughing so hard. You are probably my favorite TH-camr so i always look forward to Friday night here in NYC. All the best!
Wow, thank you so much! 😊
Hi Taylor! Thanks for the video. You always manage to make my day brighter!
You are so welcome! 🤗
Taylor, watching your videos convinced my husband to live here..thank you so much..finally i can live in Malaysia 🇲🇾..❤
That's awesome! ☺️
I can relate to Taylor's expression when the motorcycle passes by. 🤣
😆 - yes, disapproval noted! heheheheeee
I grew up in a house with screens and have always had screens, most of my family have it too. They don’t come as standard so you need to get someone to install them, but I also understand that most people who don’t want them is because it slows the air flow - as you know we Malaysians like to open all the windows in the evening to let our house cool down. I also grew up in the 70s and 80s drinking the tap water and was surprised during my first overseas trip that this is not safe in many countries. I suppose that it is just the trend in the last 20 years for people to drink bottled water everywhere, even in countries where tap water is supposed to be safe.
You can brush yr teeth with tap water anywhere in Malaysia, many have been using the water dispenser ,well its well promoted by companies from Korea,Yes,u can boil the water n drink,its safe.
@@normahibrahim9596 I’ve never boiled the water in Malaysia.. Just drink it straight from the tap or cool it in the fridge first.
Great honest review Taylor.
Love Malaysian people, food, weather malls and secular state of multi ethinic, religions thats make it unique and her strength.
Love Malaysia i would retire there 🇲🇾
One thing you don’t experience there like you do in the Philippines. Are power outages, cell phone signal going out especially in the smaller cities. And the infrastructure is bad compared to KL. I agree Malaysia is a developing country definitely not a third world. Great video!
Malaysian here living in the klang valley, 10mins away from KL.
I have never encountered a snake in all my years living in a landed property but i guess it depends where your house is located. Obviously if its near heavily wooded areas, u may encounter them. The only insescts that bothers me are mosquitoes. Dengue is endemic in Malaysia so u want to make sure that you are not exposed to the aedes egypti mosquitoes which carry the disease. Simple measures like closing doors and windows at dawn and dusk when they are most active helps alot. I also use an insect repellent spray for my little bud.
I thought about why many people dont use window screens. I think it may be because for hundreds of years,our ancestors have never used it so its just not something one considers as important to have in their homes. Less important than having fans, ACs, water heaters, water filter and other things to make life comfortable. Having said that, it is a good idea to have them and u can have it installed easily at your property or ask your landlord if they can consider putting it on for you.
You are right about the weather and the rain. Since its usually for short durations, u will see that most Malaysians dont bother with an umbrella.
Amazingly, i have never seen the Charlie ant 😅. That is something new i learned from you today.
Thanks for posting ❤
Thanks!
Thanks so much!
Kiitos!
Thank you so much! 😊
When i was in Malaysia in the early 80s, the tap water tasted like it came from mountain springs and it did not have a hint of chlorine taste in it. I miss Malaysian water in the US
Hi Taylor, love your videos. I'm a Malaysian who had the privilege to live in New York for work and studies.
In general, Islam is the official religion of Malaysia but other religions are free to practice. It is enshrined in the constitution.
Even though we have issues here with its imperfections, there are a lot of things that I (or we) should not take for granted. There are things US is good at, the same way as Malaysia is and likewise.
Just wondering, what is your favorite Malaysian food and the initial culture shocks when you lived in Malaysia?
Not really any culture shocks. Beef rendang is my favourite Malaysian food. ☺️
@@andrewtaylor4558 beef rendang is good when it free, especially now, raya time 🤣
Thanks Taylor! You assessment is very accurate. As a local, I can vouched for everything you said. Good job! Great having you here!
Thank you so much 😊
Thanks
Thanks for your support! 🤗
I love the East side with mt Kinabalu .. Sarawak etc and everything else there is so peaceful and beautiful
Thank you very much, Taylor. Crystal clear on your explanation on those issues brought up...👍🏼
This is Malaysia 101. Appreciate your perspective. Also appreciate you adding a picture of Earl Grey. Cheers to you and to Earl Grey.
Talking about malls and food, we are not a fan of processed food like canned food, packed food etc but it is readily available everywhere. Fresh food is where our appetites are 😂
Yep 👍
I live in Washington D.C. area and love summer here. Give me heat and humidity. I hate winter.
Thanks! I enjoy your videos. I also love Malaysia, have visited several times, and even thought of maybe retiring there. But now that I have a bf here, I will stay in Seattle for now. You seem like a very nice guy and if I was in KL, I am sure we would be friends. 🙂
Thanks so much for your support! 🤗
Good morning Sir!...like your people!...i'm from Ampang district of Selangor, Malaysia. Come down to Ampang and we meet at "mamak" to enjoy the puri & teh tarik! Cheers!
This video makes me wanna be your neighbor, Andy. You are a so down to earth type of people. Have a wonderful day there in KL, my friend.
Wow, thank you ☺️
thanks Andrew for the nice video.
and not too late to wish u and all people a Happy Eid. 🙏
You are awesome Taylor! Love your channel!
Thank you so much!! 😊
Hi Taylor, it is a well produced video. U r actually doing Malaysia's Ministry of Tourism a favor by promoting Malaysia to the whole world thru your videos over the years. When I was a student in the USA in the early 1980s, many American students in my classes didn't know where Malaysia is. Whenever I was asked; I always did reply, Malaysia is located between Thailand n Singapore. They pretty much know Thailand. There was a song in 1984 by Murray Head titled One Night in Bangkok, always being aired by the local radio stations. I mentioned Singapore instead of Indonesia bcos back than, Singapore was already well known internationally as a financial hub. Since the pandemic is over, a lot of Americans n Canadians r visiting and/or residing in Malaysia which is a good thing. Keep up the good work Taylor, we Malaysians really appreciate it v much.
Thank you so much 😊
not many people go back and watch all of the old videos. Doing the same topic every so often is a good thing in my opinion. Thanks for your videos! I wish you could sit with some more female expats that have moved there.
I totally agree but I have a harder time getting women to go on camera! 🤗
The bird is Asian Koel or locally known as Burung Tuwu.
Malaysia isn't a fully Muslim country as secular law is used in the Constitution and Judiciary. Only certain things involving the Muslims only will subject to Shariah law.
I used to drink tap water in the 80s during my school days and still surviving today. Even drinking from the stream! But it's better to boil the water first before drinking it
Your face when the bike passed by is Epic! One of our problems for decades 😂😂
The only problem I had in my stay in KLCC was when I running in the park and the security told me to put my shirt on when it was 100 degrees out. People and city and food are really nice.
a loose singlets will do
Funny you said that.I was visiting KL with my partner a few years ago and had a pair of shorts on,I must admit it was very short shorts and I was "advised" by one of the hotel staff to perhaps change to something less revealing.My partner still jokes about that incident to this day!!! 😀😁😂
Its a general rule in any Asian country to dress fairly modest - nudity or semi nudity is a bid no
Thanks Taylor for another great vlog❤
Thank you Taylor for all your videos. They are very helpful as I explore the possibilities for my upcoming retirement. I have been through SE Asia before but never to Malaysia. I need to come explore. Best wishes!
You are so welcome! 🤗
Dear Clark whatever your relationship is, it will be respected as long as it is not in the society face. As far as hospitalisation, as long as you have given authorization for one to act on your behalf, there would be no problem. If you are particular, have a power of attorney document.
Cost of healthcare is tremendously cheaper. Premiums for a 40 year old is US 400 annually. If you have retirement visa, you can use the national healthcare system. Prescription drugs for diabetes and hypertension will cost you... I kid you not 5 dollar a month
Last point there is no capital gains tax, nor is there any inheritance taxes
Good luck
You're very kind for taking the time to reply to me and I thank you
@montgomeryclark7531 Taylor has some videos on the Malaysian healthcare system previously, you could check out those videos and some other expats' too. It's highly efficient and affordable. About the other issue, nobody bothers whatever you do behind closed doors. Yes, proper documentations is advisable - e.g. a power of attorney document listing your partner as next of Kin for hospitalisation, or have a lawyer to arrange for your will, etc. in case you're worried about this too when the time comes, should have everything covered
My favorite bug there is the large rhino Beatles .. very cool
Thank you for the confirmation , that is very reassuring
Hello from Atlanta, GA! Hope to be there one day!
New subscriber here. Your channel is so helpful. My husband and I are looking to retire in Malaysia in 10 years. You are fantastic.
Thanks 🙏
I like your positivity, Sir.
I appreciate that ☺️
Lots of love, Tay! ❤
I really like your voice and tone, so calming. Good to listen after such a busy day of work and want to rewind at night. Thank you. You reminds me of professor
Wow, thank you! ☺️
Oh, by the way, one thing that your friends from the States haven't been informed is that Malaysia is a motorcycle country, very much like other South East Asian countries. Thousands of them on the road. Some just pass by quietly, and some are loud. But don't worry, people are quick to adjust to their surroundings. In fact it's a cheap form of transportation, and they contribute to the unjamming of the roads and highways. Just imagine if everyone moves by cars and buses only.
2:39 Glad you mentioned this, Taylor. Most foreigners don't know this and many prefer NOT TO KNOW. What's worse is that they usually think that both are the same in terms of cultures, local languages and demographics because foreign media has been fed time and time again with a peninsula-centric version of Malaysia.
Thanks Taylor !!
I totally agree, the infrastructure is extrordinary! Metro, railways, roads, buildings Merdeka 118 AND the reclaimed islands on Penang.
Yes, the Malaysian people are the kindest people I've ever met.
And on another note... The bird call *might* be the black-naped oriole. When I am in Malaysia, I live just above tree-line near KL and whenever I hear that call, I'll look out the window and often see black-naped orioles flying by. The call on the TH-cam videos I have seen is somewhat similar, but usually at a different pitch (which might be explained by the locations, thousands of km away).
Call of Asian Koel better !
Taylor ..unofficial ambassador of Malaysia😅😅😅. Thank you
Im sure you can get most of the imported grocery brands down the road from your condo, Hock Choon supermarket.
Yep
Thanks Taylor ❤🎉
Oh my! Taylor, you better sit down for this question. You may have no understanding of this but here goes... we are 2 conservative Gents from Manhattan (originally from St Pete!!!) We're Friends of Dorothy and wondering if Malaysia could be right for us??? We're very discreet in the day to day, but what happens when one of us is hospitalized, which could happen in old age? Are family/spousal rights respected? We're currently in Italy looking at retirement sites and it's just too darned cold here! We'd like to buy you a hot chocolate or maybe a cappuccino so I hope this Super Thanks link works. Thanks for any thoughts that might soothe our trepidation. I'm hoping Malaysia honors the Golden Rule but we clearly wouldn't be in Kansas anymore! You're the best! From 2 NYC fans who adore you! Ciao!
I can't answer all of your concerns, but I can say that Malaysia is recognized as having one of the best, if not the best medical healthcare in the world. Many come to Malaysia for medical travel. You can look it up
Thanks so much. Everyone in Malaysia keeps a low profile. It’s not an issue. 😊
Here's your cup of coffee 😅
Thanks so much 🙏
When I choose an accommodation, I like to choose at least 6th floor and above. When you are high up, there is no mosquito.
Good plan!
Exactly! The rains help to deal with the heat. Thank you
Yes it does! 🤗
You are one of the best presenters on yutube.
Thank you 🙏
As a matter of habits start your day early and by the time the heat kicks in you get indoors. Hence the number of malls in Malaysia
Thank you for sharing Malaysia!
That's the Ampang Hilir lake! I used to live a few metres down the road in front of the Lebanese embassy.
Equally confusing was when driving on the right hand side in Texas and Louisiana... Florida too. But I set my brain to laterally inverse the road directions in the UK, Australia, Singapore and Malaysia.
Wow! Amazing Andrew! 23k views in just 2 days❤
Yep. I can never predict! 😂
I am from Penang and KL but neve4 encountered the Charlie ants which is a beetle. Learned something new!
Hope you never do! 😂
The stingy insect called Charlier only exist nearby paddy field during harvesting season. In KL, it won't be a problem at all. Only be careful if you are in the coutryside, next to paddy field and during harvesting season
*Charlie ant
If you're bitten just apply aloe vera or any skincare product with aloe vera should do the trick.
I believe that bird call was the Silver Crested Taylor Warbler that are indigenous to both Florida and Malaysia…
That’s it! 😂
Mosquitoes bother me in certain seasons in the south, but I use either lavender spray or a citronella because I don’t wanna put on heavy chemicals and it seems to work for me other than that if I don’t put the spray on then the mosquitoes really like me !!
Sounds like you worked it out! ☺️
Hi Andrew. We are coming next month from Queensland. Any great food places in Georgetown you can recommend? Loved watching this. If you are around might catch up for drinks or a meal?
Thanks but too many to list. You can hardly go wrong in Penang. Thanks for watching!
I think if you really get wrapped around the axle about needing certain foods...you probably shouldn't think about retiring ANYWHERE other than where you already are :)
So true. 😂
I've been watching your videos for years, i guess i owe a coffee sir. 🤝🏻
A very good run-through on malaysia by Taylor. Congratulations.
Taylor, the bird is 100% a magpie or murai in bahasa. The head and top of the body is always black but the chest usually is white but can be in orange colour as well. When you hear them calling in their high pitch sound, you should imitate them initially then you change the tempo or frequency etc, the bird will imitate you. I know these birds very well because they are very noisy and loud but I like them.
One way to support your channel is to watch all commercials without skipping :)
I appreciate that 😊
Genting highlands is not really 'quiet'. It's where Malaysians go to for their theme parks and casinos.
You must visit Kota Kinabalu. It's cool, calm & beautiful.
I've been twice to Malaysia and I agree with your thoughts about the place. Didn't notice anyone being rude to anyone. Had food on roadside cheaper outlets and had no stomach issues, reflecting hygiene standards.
Keep posting Mr Taylor.
Stay blessed Sir.
Thank you so much 😊
Good conversation about misconceptions. What amazes me is that there is so little awareness of this country amongst Americans, compared to Thailand, Philippines, or Vietnam. I suppose the Malaysians like it that way. Being under appreciated keeps the hordes out. By the way, I lived in Thailand for a year, and I would hear that same bird making that pleasant noise in the condominium complex where I stayed. Keep the videos coming.
Thank you so much! ☺️
i like how you go through all these topics. They may seem trivial, but they're important topics for people who don't know and would like to go visit/live here.
I remember when i was in a village, where we get the tap water directly from the natural clean water stream from the river, we can drink it. it tastes nice too, no chlorine taste. but yes normally we boil water instead of directly drink from the tap.
There are places in Malaysia that aren't as hot as KL. Cameron Highlands is an area that is cooler year round. The climate of Cameron Highland ranges between 20°C - 25°C (68 - 77F) during the day on average but does get a little hotter during periods of low rainfall. Night falls between 15°C - 18°C (59 - 64F) but may dip lower after heavy rain. It does rain frequently, though.