About msmaisie

Currently Lives:

Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Citizen of:

United States

Some Forum Posts:

Malaysia: Malay classes in KL?:

Hi all, Does anyone know where I can take beginner Malay classes in KL (preferably in Bangsar area)? I'm interested to learn Malay in a classroom/group setting with other expats. If you have suggestions, or have taken any classes yourself, I would love to hear from you! Many thanks, Maisie

Malaysia: Living Costs in KL:

Hi there, Hope you're happily moved to KL.. but if you're still considering, here's some help with your Q's: 1) RM1400 for Housing (2 bed 2 bth condo that's partially furnished and in okay condition.. expats can ually afford much nicer places at about RM3500 and up.. that'd give you resort living :) 2) RM45/week or so for Gasoline (Gas is gov't subsidized, so all prices from various comps are the same.) 3) RM60,000 - New Car (local make) or RM110,000 - New Car (Foreign Make) 4) RM40,000 - Decent Used Car.. (automatic.. go to www.thestar.com.my and see their classifieds for further prices) 5) RM30 per person per day - Food (though this depends on what you eat, and where you go.. I tend to eat local so it can be even cheaper.. but if you need american or others.. it could be at least RM 30 per person per meal) 6) RM20/mth - water 7) RM70/mth - gas/electricity 8) RM100/mth - telephone 9) RM100/mth - cell phone 10) On Furniture, it can vary.. there's an Ikea here that's got new stuff for relatively good prices. --Anyway, these figures are basically what i pay, but I moved here to start a company and so my income and means of living is probably lower thn what yours would be. That said, even with this above budget, I still live rather comfortably :) Ok, let me know if you have any more questions, and all the best in your decision to move :) Maisie

Malaysia: moving to KL:

Hey there! Have you moved from Canada already? On moving furniture, I generally disagree with it, if it's in your means to buy them when you're here. Chances are, they'd be cheaper re-buying than shipping.. though it depends on your taste in furniture and its value to you (sentimental etc). There's always an Ikea here.. if that's something you'd consider. What else? I would say, if you play ice hockey.. (and excuse my generalization), do bring your gear! Buy extra tape and a puck helps. There's a growing ice hockey club out here, and alot of expats (yes, lotsa candians) play. I'm just a novice as I picked up ice hockey a year before moving to KL (and I've been in KL for about 2yrs now), but it's been great fun playing here. If though, you want to consider picking it up here.. think about buying used or new gear and shipping it out here! :) Anyway, if you're already here, hope you're having fun KL :) Best wishes, Maisie

Malaysia: Some Expat associations in Malaysia:

Hi there! Thanks for the list. Are you a member of any of these, and how have your experiences been with them? Is it costly? Cheers, Maisie

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