Kuala Lumpur Warning or Danger Tips by tw_cheshire

Hi All,

I am a regular Business traveller to KL

I was walking along Bukit Bintang 3pm in the afternoon by BB Plaza a guy (malay guy approx. 50 years old) followed me into a camera shop, followed me outside and struck up a conversation about english football....

Then he started telling me that his sister is about to start studying in leeds and could I jump in a taxi with him to go and meet her. I immediately said no and got away from him asap, not without a struggle.....

My message here is this: IF ANYONE strikes up an impromptu conversation, just say, no thanks, and get away asap.

Within 10 seconds, they will always ask, whats your name, where are you from and WHERE ARE YOU STAYING. DO NOT TELL THEM where you are staying.

TAXIS, nearly always try and rip your off...agree a price beforehand always.

DO NOT walk down the side streets at night. The main road of Bukit Bintang but dont go right to the end. I usually stay between the Marriott and the Irish Bar when alone.

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