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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia's largest city, is bustling and diverse with a variety of attractions, including the world famous Petronas Twin Towers. It was only in 1957 that Malaysia's first prime minister declared independence in Kuala Lumpur, and British colonial-era landmarks are still dotted around the city. The Petaling Street flea market is an authentic taste of Kuala Lumpur while the Batu Caves is a destination you cannot miss. The thousands of hawker stalls, cafes and restaurants ensure visitors don't leave without a true taste of the best of Malaysian cuisine

Indonesia's caital Jakarta offers breathtaking mix of old traditions, new constructions and western influences. It is the cultural, economic and politicalcenter of the country. The city's history dates back to the 13th century. Some of the colonial buildings have been restored with the help of UNESCO and are still the main attractions of the city. However, there are also many parks in Jakarta which are also known to attract attention.

The city of Semarang is the ideal place to take a trip to the Borobudur Buddhist temple, which is one of the largest temples in Southeast Asia. The temple is thousands of years old and fell into obscurity before it was rediscovered and cleaned out in the 19th Century.

The second largest city of Indonesia has a population of 2.7 million and is situated in East Java. See the Masjid Al Akbar Surabaya, one of the largest mosques in southeast Asia and the beautiful Gereja Kelahiran Santa Perawan Maria, the oldest church in the city.

Celukan Bawang is a major port in Bali and it is here that you can find traditional merchant ships. Commodities such as wood, cement as well as many others are transported from Sumatra and Kalimantan. Another sight worth seeing is the black sandy beach of Lovina. It is also located near Singaraja, the second largest city on Bali which contains hot springs where one can enjoy a hot, relaxing dip.

The Indonesian island of Lombok is of volcanic origin, surrounded by several small islands. The tourist development began only in 1980. Compared to the tourist-haven of Bali, it makes for a virtually undisturbed holiday.

Bali lies between the Indian and the Pacific oceans and is known as the "Island of the Gods". In addition to the beautiful beaches, the Indonesian island is home to volcanoes. A must-visit of Bali are its temples. The most famous is the "Tanah Lot" temple which is located on the southern part of the island, right on the water.