Love your channel!! It’s like being there with you and right in the conversation. I enjoy how you post the costs of the foods and items you purchase. Keep up the great work!!
so happy to see some appropriately dressed tourists! It boggles my mind why most tourists wear sleeveless tops in South-East-Asia, even though it's totally inappropriate and disrespectful. I am Half-Indonesian and I have wondered for a long time how otherwise nice and respectful people are totally oblivious to the fact that the way they dress is unacceptable in many countries.
Well, thank you... but it just so happens that I wore a tshirt because of a new tattoo I got while in Malaysia. I often wear sleeveless shirts because, to be honest, i don't find it disrespectful at all and S.E.A is very hot. What I DO find inappropriate are the tourist who think it's okay to go shirtless and wear bikinis when they AREN'T at the beach. I realize S.E.A is a modest part of the world and think I dress appropriately. 😊
@@wattstraveling For me, the safest way to determine how much skin to show is to look at the locals and what they are wearing, so I can know what is considered appropriate in that country. But I know most travellers don't see it this way and I am trying to come to terms with it. Would honestly love to understand it though 🙂
@renatagiovanna1708 I respect YOUR choice to wear what you wear. I don't feel that showing your arms is disrespectful at all, just different cultures. If you came to Canada would you wear cutoff shorts and a sleeveless shirt?..... because that's what locals wear? I'm going to guess, no..... it's all in what you're used to and the different cultures we were raised in. No one is right or wrong, it's just different... and I can respect that. 😊
@@wattstraveling Thanks for discussing this with me. I respect your view but as I said, would also love to understand it. I guess the way people dress in Canada is not very different from how they dress in Germany, where I live. I don't think that wearing a normal t-shirt here will offend anyone even if many Germans, including me, wear sleeveless tops in the summer. Because I do think that there is a slight difference between showing too little skin (which normally doesn't bother anyone) and showing too much skin, which can be considered disrespectful even here if you cross a certain border. I expect tourists who come to my country to respect our decency borders, so I also try to respect the decency border of another country, even if does not coincide with mine. Certainly one could also say that there is no right or wrong way to dress, and everyone should have the right to dress how they feel comfortable, I totally get that, but this is just my view and how I personally feel about it...
Welcome back to Malaysia guys. We like to watch visitors going to Malaysia and giving recommendations because we want you to experience the true Malaysian feeling and also because we can communicate with you in English.
😊 Usually tourist visit Batucaves temple. Then take taxi Grab to Zoo Negara , then back KLCC and dinner or RamlyBurger nightsnack. 3rd floor KLCC have foodstalls
the thing is if you went to a stall with Malaysian worker in it, normally they are friendly, the one you saw that look like they Don't want to talk normally they are foreigner or some because they cant speak English well. any way Welcome to Malaysia and have fun.
Hi jay. In general, locals (and foreign workers) who are not fluent in english tend to avoid conversation with tourists. Some are embarassed to speak in what they think is broken english. So its more of a language thing.
Truly this couple is exceptionally outgoing friendly Canadians as far as I know most of them hardly know S.E. Asian countries except China and Japan .....bigger countries in Asia. It's a big culture shock for them including Americans. Malaysians are as much foreign to them as Durians to most westerners. This is a rare adventurous nice couple traveling in this part of Asia. Have a blessed vacation of your life.
Hi there Val! 👋 Thank you so much for that! ❤️ we try to experience different places to see what it is actually like to live there because eventually we'll settle down again, but there's still lots to explore!
Make a plan to go to Klang....about 25 km away.....the royal town of the state of Selangor.....while there don't forget to try the famous breakfast.....bak kut teh.....
Just to clarify about what Jay had rant. Some locals are timid & shy, they were very scared they can't communicate with you fluently.. it has always been our people downsides, they have lesser confidence meeting foreigners if they're not good with english. some others, are somewhat, not locals. they are foreign workers where english was not included in their education. of course there are people who does not really care to speak even though their english are broken... 😉
I can understand that but a smile goes a long way.... and EVERYONE here says, don't worry Malaysians speak English and don't be afraid to ask locals.... then I get messages like this saying they don't like to speak to foreigners? Doesn't that seem confusing.....? And it's not only speaking.... but it's body language, eye contact..... some people (in service oriented jobs.... in malls, specifically) don't even seem to want to help?.... that's what Jay's rant was about.
@@wattstraveling not everyone says that all Malaysians can speak English, and that includes me.. that's the reality.. by the way, thank you for saying it in the video. some locals can't accept, that there are still more areas to improve... they just wanna hear the good things & some youtubers use that as their advantage to get more subscribers & likes...
@keon79 hey there, I appreciate your realistic views and we try to be as honest as we can in our videos. There's a fine line, as youtubers you want to be likeable and say nice things and not sound ungrateful and too privileged..... it's a balance..... I'll never be fake and say a place is great when it's not... that's not who we are, so l thank you for your appreciation. ❤️
The art in the market depict how things were probably in 80s and older. The old days. That chicken meal its Ayam berempah traditionally the chicken is marinated with a blend of lemon grass and turmeric and other spices. The lemon grass can be quite fibrous when fried its crispy and gives a savory flavor but its not chicken floss. We do have chicken and even beef floss called serunding they are not served in this manner but as its own side dish. As for vendors, Malaysia has a lot of migrant workers that don't speak English or barely they usually avoid talking because they may not know how to respond nor understand you. The owners are always Malaysian and are more likely to speak English and converse with you. If you see 20 workers i wouldn't be surprised if all of them were migrant workers and just 1 Malaysian boss (may not even be the owner but assistant to the owner).
Everywhere you go in KL there's a lot of immigrants including Chow kit market...if you want to really experience the local market recommend going to Pasar Pagi Kelantan at Pantai Dalam. I hope you will enjoy Sabah(Borneo) recommend u explore areas around the Mountain Kinabalu like Kundasang 👌
@20:18. That man did not understand the term "one of each". For street peddlers, that's quite an advance English. You should say "Ini satu, ini satu" or "one and one" while pointing at one each. Fun fact. @23:27 Do you see that man in a blue shirt carry a pole on his shoulder with two baskets at each end? That's KANDAR. In the old days they sell rice (i.e NASI) and all its gravy/curry in the basket. That's where the name NASI KANDAR come from. @23:50 We normally pour the gravy on the rice. You did it the other way round... no problemo. It still work. I've seen people mixed the gravy and the rice in his mouth. 🤣🤣 @26:53 Yes... you're right in your observation. As a local, I experienced the same thing. Usually, imho, the salespersons in a mall, they do not want to bother their customers with unwanted questions or to appear pushy. Some of them are not quite proficient in English. Although they generally understand what you're saying, they will try to avoid having conversation with you. And some of them have been quite long in the service that they can tell window-shoppers from genuine buyers. But then again, many of them do not have formal training in the service industry and may be downright dispassionate. @30:35 Yup. It is MALL-aysia. 😂
not being rude.. not sure who recommend to you to go to Chow kit wet market.. to many middle class Malaysian.. that place is an embarrassment.. its a classic filthy thirdworld market right in the middle of the KL.. I was told the city hall is gentrifying that area.. i hope they do it quick and restore some of the more interesting building in that area.. the native of that district should stop blaming the Indonesian for such shame..
@27:00 Most mid-class workers don't choose their jobs, they went to universities having degrees on engineering or something but end up being cashiers, waitress, sell girls or take over family business because there are no other options. So, you must understand that's why they're not super excited in doing their jobs 😂
@@wattstraveling What I mean is there are lack of job opportunities, so most people just take any jobs available. You'll be surprised to meet a pump petrol cashier who have degree in applied chemistry or something. P/S : sorry for the nuances and "lost in translation" English 😂
@@wattstraveling Just as a reminder, be careful when conversing with Malaysians in English, some things might be mistranslated or misunderstood in different way like what happen here. Usually, we just direct translate into English that might have different meaning than what we really want to say 😅 For example, you might hear "mix it all together" regarding food, what we actually mean is "eat everything one with the other".
Those service workers you are talking about are mostly not locals. Majority they are working in d mall n Chinese restaurants. They don't speak English that's why not friendly.
Love your channel!! It’s like being there with you and right in the conversation. I enjoy how you post the costs of the foods and items you purchase. Keep up the great work!!
Thanks Kurt! ❤️
Thank you for visiting 🇲🇾 Malaysia. Hope you are enjoy life in Kuala Lumpur. ❤🎉
Awe, thank you! It's a beautiful city no question!
Great to have you here!
@AzriRich88 hi there 👋 this market was CRAZY busy..... but amazingly local. We love that! Thank you for watching, we had a great time! 👍
so happy to see some appropriately dressed tourists! It boggles my mind why most tourists wear sleeveless tops in South-East-Asia, even though it's totally inappropriate and disrespectful. I am Half-Indonesian and I have wondered for a long time how otherwise nice and respectful people are totally oblivious to the fact that the way they dress is unacceptable in many countries.
Well, thank you... but it just so happens that I wore a tshirt because of a new tattoo I got while in Malaysia. I often wear sleeveless shirts because, to be honest, i don't find it disrespectful at all and S.E.A is very hot. What I DO find inappropriate are the tourist who think it's okay to go shirtless and wear bikinis when they AREN'T at the beach. I realize S.E.A is a modest part of the world and think I dress appropriately. 😊
@@wattstraveling
For me, the safest way to determine how much skin to show is to look at the locals and what they are wearing, so I can know what is considered appropriate in that country. But I know most travellers don't see it this way and I am trying to come to terms with it. Would honestly love to understand it though 🙂
@renatagiovanna1708 I respect YOUR choice to wear what you wear. I don't feel that showing your arms is disrespectful at all, just different cultures. If you came to Canada would you wear cutoff shorts and a sleeveless shirt?..... because that's what locals wear? I'm going to guess, no..... it's all in what you're used to and the different cultures we were raised in. No one is right or wrong, it's just different... and I can respect that. 😊
@@wattstraveling
Thanks for discussing this with me. I respect your view but as I said, would also love to understand it. I guess the way people dress in Canada is not very different from how they dress in Germany, where I live. I don't think that wearing a normal t-shirt here will offend anyone even if many Germans, including me, wear sleeveless tops in the summer. Because I do think that there is a slight difference between showing too little skin (which normally doesn't bother anyone) and showing too much skin, which can be considered disrespectful even here if you cross a certain border. I expect tourists who come to my country to respect our decency borders, so I also try to respect the decency border of another country, even if does not coincide with mine. Certainly one could also say that there is no right or wrong way to dress, and everyone should have the right to dress how they feel comfortable, I totally get that, but this is just my view and how I personally feel about it...
Malaysia Borneo is a whole other world. You'll have a good time there. Have fun.
Thank you! We are excited
In Malaysia, you still can find old traditional watch , old antiques and shops.
Love that! ❤️
a great couple, enjoy your journey guys
Awe, thank you
Keep up the good work.
Awe, thank you for your feedback! 👍❤️
That was sn awesome market. Fun time. Jay is getting a little more comfortable with the camera. Good job.
Omg, the market was AWESOME! Ya, he's coming around to it. 🤣❤️
Welcome back to Malaysia guys. We like to watch visitors going to Malaysia and giving recommendations because we want you to experience the true Malaysian feeling and also because we can communicate with you in English.
We LOVE that! Thank you ❤️
Awesome video. Luv it. ❤
Oh hey there! 👋 Thank you so much! ❤️ we appreciate your feedback thanks for watching!
They are moving chow kit market to nearby complex in yr video. The old market needs to be replaced.
Oohhhh, yeah that's what we thought. The building looks nice
😊 Usually tourist visit Batucaves temple. Then take taxi Grab to Zoo Negara , then back KLCC and dinner or RamlyBurger nightsnack. 3rd floor KLCC have foodstalls
Wow, 2 outta 3 ain't bad! We loved the batu Caves and a ramly burger!🤣🤣
the thing is if you went to a stall with Malaysian worker in it, normally they are friendly, the one you saw that look like they Don't want to talk normally they are foreigner or some because they cant speak English well. any way Welcome to Malaysia and have fun.
Everyone at this market in particular were very friendly..... we encounter the "no so smiling" people working in the mall! 🤣🤣
Great visit
Yes it was! I can't believe how busy it was! Loved it
Mangosteen, the greatest of fruit can be found even if not in season. Longan are one for walking and snacking.
Love them both! ❤️
😊Those China grape, deli manggo made in malaysia. Dragon rose fruit they make smoothies
The grapes were very tasty! 😁
Hi guys...welcome back to Malaysia.I subscribed your channel since your 1st visit to Malaysia.Enjoy your time here and cheers.❤❤
Awe.... HELLO! 👋 Thank you for subscribing and watching our videos! Wow....1st time in Malaysia is where our channel became monetized! ❤️❤️
Hope that you guys have had a good time exploring KL.
Yes, so far so good
@@wattstraveling Wonderful. 😀
What a wet market, so much stuff and cheap as well, definitely worth visiting 。Awesome !
Yeah..... it really was. They say it's the biggest wet market in KL and I can see why! Glad you enjoyed the video! 👍
Hi jay. In general, locals (and foreign workers) who are not fluent in english tend to avoid conversation with tourists. Some are embarassed to speak in what they think is broken english. So its more of a language thing.
That's understandable, but even a smile will go a long way! 😁
Welcome 🙏
Have a wonderful time.
Thank you! So far so good 👍
Grapes r mostly plant at Cameron highland bcoz temperature there not to hot around 20c to 22c
We love the Cameron Highlands ❤️
Truly this couple is exceptionally outgoing friendly Canadians as far as I know most of them hardly know S.E. Asian countries except China and Japan .....bigger countries in Asia. It's a big culture shock for them including Americans. Malaysians are as much foreign to them as Durians to most westerners. This is a rare adventurous nice couple traveling in this part of Asia. Have a blessed vacation of your life.
Hi there Val! 👋 Thank you so much for that! ❤️ we try to experience different places to see what it is actually like to live there because eventually we'll settle down again, but there's still lots to explore!
Make a plan to go to Klang....about 25 km away.....the royal town of the state of Selangor.....while there don't forget to try the famous breakfast.....bak kut teh.....
Thank you for your suggestion 😊
Sakau Lodge? Hopefully you get to see the big 5. Kinabatangan river cruise
YES! that's were we are going! I'm hoping and crossing my fingers. West an experience if we get to see all 5! ❤
Just to clarify about what Jay had rant. Some locals are timid & shy, they were very scared they can't communicate with you fluently.. it has always been our people downsides, they have lesser confidence meeting foreigners if they're not good with english.
some others, are somewhat, not locals. they are foreign workers where english was not included in their education.
of course there are people who does not really care to speak even though their english are broken... 😉
I can understand that but a smile goes a long way.... and EVERYONE here says, don't worry Malaysians speak English and don't be afraid to ask locals.... then I get messages like this saying they don't like to speak to foreigners? Doesn't that seem confusing.....? And it's not only speaking.... but it's body language, eye contact..... some people (in service oriented jobs.... in malls, specifically) don't even seem to want to help?.... that's what Jay's rant was about.
@@wattstraveling not everyone says that all Malaysians can speak English, and that includes me.. that's the reality..
by the way, thank you for saying it in the video. some locals can't accept, that there are still more areas to improve... they just wanna hear the good things & some youtubers use that as their advantage to get more subscribers & likes...
@keon79 hey there, I appreciate your realistic views and we try to be as honest as we can in our videos. There's a fine line, as youtubers you want to be likeable and say nice things and not sound ungrateful and too privileged..... it's a balance..... I'll never be fake and say a place is great when it's not... that's not who we are, so l thank you for your appreciation. ❤️
The art in the market depict how things were probably in 80s and older. The old days. That chicken meal its Ayam berempah traditionally the chicken is marinated with a blend of lemon grass and turmeric and other spices. The lemon grass can be quite fibrous when fried its crispy and gives a savory flavor but its not chicken floss. We do have chicken and even beef floss called serunding they are not served in this manner but as its own side dish. As for vendors, Malaysia has a lot of migrant workers that don't speak English or barely they usually avoid talking because they may not know how to respond nor understand you. The owners are always Malaysian and are more likely to speak English and converse with you. If you see 20 workers i wouldn't be surprised if all of them were migrant workers and just 1 Malaysian boss (may not even be the owner but assistant to the owner).
Awwww, lemon grass! I've had lemongrass many times and when you eat it...... you know it! 🤣🤣thanks for watching
@@wattstraveling oh its not lemongrass?
@mr3111 oh I thought you said the " chicken floss" that wasn't that, but lemongrass
@@wattstraveling I am fairly confident its not chicken floss lol but crispy fibers of lemongrass marinade thats fried along with the chicken.
hi
first time seeing your video I thought you became a cat when you saw the fish that why you keep saying WOW
Love it very much🥰
Thanks
Everywhere you go in KL there's a lot of immigrants including Chow kit market...if you want to really experience the local market recommend going to Pasar Pagi Kelantan at Pantai Dalam. I hope you will enjoy Sabah(Borneo) recommend u explore areas around the Mountain Kinabalu like Kundasang 👌
Thank you! 👍
I am so surprised as I hv never seen a store selling so many watch band
US EITHER! it's definitely a place to go to get watch parts! 👍
Wow the apple mango is huge
Yes, it REALLY was! A lot of things looked good at this market! Grapes were yummy too! Thanks for watching
@20:18. That man did not understand the term "one of each". For street peddlers, that's quite an advance English. You should say "Ini satu, ini satu" or "one and one" while pointing at one each.
Fun fact. @23:27 Do you see that man in a blue shirt carry a pole on his shoulder with two baskets at each end? That's KANDAR. In the old days they sell rice (i.e NASI) and all its gravy/curry in the basket. That's where the name NASI KANDAR come from.
@23:50 We normally pour the gravy on the rice. You did it the other way round... no problemo. It still work. I've seen people mixed the gravy and the rice in his mouth. 🤣🤣
@26:53 Yes... you're right in your observation. As a local, I experienced the same thing. Usually, imho, the salespersons in a mall, they do not want to bother their customers with unwanted questions or to appear pushy. Some of them are not quite proficient in English. Although they generally understand what you're saying, they will try to avoid having conversation with you. And some of them have been quite long in the service that they can tell window-shoppers from genuine buyers. But then again, many of them do not have formal training in the service industry and may be downright dispassionate.
@30:35 Yup. It is MALL-aysia. 😂
Oh wow! That's awesome! ❤️ thanks for watching
Some said the best Naan Cheese in the whole country can be found in Melaka, Pak Putra restaurant.
Thanks 👍
You should do a comparison of KL metro/subway with US subway., you’ll get tonnes of views
We aren't American 👍 and have never been on the subway
Thanks for the tour . ////
Hey you're welcome 👍😊
not being rude.. not sure who recommend to you to go to Chow kit wet market.. to many middle class Malaysian.. that place is an embarrassment.. its a classic filthy thirdworld market right in the middle of the KL.. I was told the city hall is gentrifying that area.. i hope they do it quick and restore some of the more interesting building in that area.. the native of that district should stop blaming the Indonesian for such shame..
Nothing wrong with middle class, we enjoyed it. And once they move into their new building it'll be even better! 👍
X udh sampi di siru bulek❤
Have fun! 😊
WOW...LOL, great video
🤣🤣🤣
@27:00 Most mid-class workers don't choose their jobs, they went to universities having degrees on engineering or something but end up being cashiers, waitress, sell girls or take over family business because there are no other options. So, you must understand that's why they're not super excited in doing their jobs 😂
But A smile goes a long way.! 😁 and I'm curious who's chooses their job for them?
@@wattstraveling What I mean is there are lack of job opportunities, so most people just take any jobs available. You'll be surprised to meet a pump petrol cashier who have degree in applied chemistry or something.
P/S : sorry for the nuances and "lost in translation" English 😂
@MizanQistina oh, no problem. I feel like it's that way in a lot of places just not enough jobs. 😕
@@wattstraveling Just as a reminder, be careful when conversing with Malaysians in English, some things might be mistranslated or misunderstood in different way like what happen here. Usually, we just direct translate into English that might have different meaning than what we really want to say 😅
For example, you might hear "mix it all together" regarding food, what we actually mean is "eat everything one with the other".
for your info, those working behind the desk unhappy because they are doing well, that's why the look
Because they are doing well? Meaning, they don't have to care? I'm confused......a smile goes along way! 😁
If you like pakistan food , here is the good choice ( Khan food n Naan cheese )
I honestly can't say I've had Pakistan for so Thank you 👍
Tell the hubby to face the camera without fear especially since has shades on!
Ya, he's getting there 👍
Walking around is hot. Just use the metro or grab
Yeah, walking around IS steamy! Thanks for watching
Those service workers you are talking about are mostly not locals. Majority they are working in d mall n Chinese restaurants. They don't speak English that's why not friendly.
No matter the nationality, a smile goes a long way 👍😁
Rice with spoons. Asian food eating graduates
More like..... can't work chopsticks to save my life! 🤣🤣🤣 I'm trying, but definitely haven't mastered that skill
😊Dont say that word SACOW word, its mean loot ,bad impression.. The wright mightbe SAKAY,, a Borneo tonic perhaps
Then how do you say sakau... with out saying sakau....🤣🤣🤣
Mightbe ask what u want litterly..but now local know SACOW as loot
Maybe true word SAAKAY
Redevelopment is going on here
Yes, looks like it will be very nice!
Suggestion: go to Masjid Seri Petaling, enter Islam and go for 4 months in the path of Allah
Wow 4 months, that would require a visa! 🤣
@@wattstraveling hehe