Malaysia has been chosen as one of the world's top ten countries for 2010 by Lonely Planet, one of the popular travel guidebook that recently published its fifth annual collection of the world's best journeys, destinations and experiences for the coming year. The Best in Travel 2010 presents top ten countries, regions and cities to visit in 2010, chosen by Lonely Planet's global team members comprising authors, travellers and writers. Joining Malaysia in the top ten countries list for 2010 are El Salvador, Germany, Greece, Morocco, Nepal, New Zealand, Portugal, Suriname and USA.
Lonely Planet describes Malaysia as ‘Diversity is what Malaysia is all about’. From Kuala Lumpur to the near wilds of Borneo, there are mountains, beaches, coral reefs and malls. The listing is even more meaningful as Malaysia is the only Asian country in the top ten countries for 2010. Some of the events and festivals that are highlighted in the latest guidebook are the Hindu Thaipusam, Harvest Festival in Sabah and Sarawak, Dragon Boat Festival in Penang, as well as the Rainforest World Music Festival in Sarawak. |