Johor Bahru
- Living in Malaysia by John Hunter, an expat living in Johor Bahru. Lots on Johor Bahru information, in addition to some on the rest of Malaysia
- Johor Bahru Real Estate
- Living in Johore Forum (Jan 2012, with lots of folders on specific topics), view thread starting Nov 2011. Not a blog, this active forum is especially good for real estate near the second link. The participants are mainly real estate investors (largely from Singapore and Malaysia) and the discussion is primary about the housing estates near the 2nd link (Horizon Hills, East Ladang, Leisure Farm) but also JB in general and the progress of real estate projects (malls, hotels, theme parks).
- Iskandar Living Forum, again, not a blog, but both of these forum are very worthwhile. Large Singaporean participation.
- My Johor renovation journey – follow a new unit at Horizon Hills, the Golf Precinct as it is customized by the owner (the person who runs the Iskandar Living Forum).
- Johor Kaki “find dining” in Johor
- Super 325 – focused on real estate development news in Johor Bahru and developments with Iskandar overall.
- Living in Johor – This blog is for expats out there who are interested in moving to Johor, Malaysia
- House No.33, Living in Nusajaya by Hermy (Johor)
- Hungry Rick – Singaporean reviews Johor Bahru restaraunts
- J travel by Robo in Johor, Malaysia
- Horizon Hills
- Zubai Fotografi – Johor Bahru based photographer. Great photos of weddings, events, portraits… in Johor.
- JOHO – targeted at Johor Bahru youth.
- JB Food Club – as the title hints at this blog reviews restaurants in JB
- Have your say by UK expat living in Johor Bahru
- My Quest for better living – Horizon Hills
- Ramblings of a Vamp! – Singaporean living in JB and working in Singapore (I believe)
Penang
- Pick of Penang – “Life and highlights in Penang by a Brit who relocated there”
- Capturing Penang – “After a few more walks, we were suddenly bursting with energy to share what we had learned about this amazing island. To introduce you to Penang, but not to lead you. To encourage you to visit and seek out your own interpretations.”
- Retired in Malaysia by a retired American living in Penang
Borneo
- Amiey Alen by Amiey Alen
in Kuching. - Borneo Love by Ida, mom of 5, in Kuching
- Kuching Fest
Kuala Lumpor
- Big Boys Oven – Sidney Kan: “food blogging had caught my attention and with the strength of Chef Sunny Yaw and myself, we drive Big Boys Oven forward to a new and interesting horizon related to our passion which is baking and food.” Primarily review Kuala Lumpor restaurants though they also review other areas when they travel.
Malaysia
- Passport with Purpose – “As a traveler myself, i’ve suffered through outdated guidebooks, misleading maps and websites with no explanation of the places i’ve been to. I don’t want you to have to do the same. I’ll help you navigate this fascinating region and steer you clear of trouble.”
- Teak in Malaysia
- As Suanie Sees It
- Irish Nomad in Malaysia – “The Irish Nomad has cast aside her skiis, snow boots and purple wellies, to start over yet again, armed with sun screen, mosquito spray, three kids, her beloved Mac and, more often than not, a sense of humour.”
- Miao & WafuPafu (great web comic), author from Borneo, now in Melaka
- Thristhan – Travel, Food and Events in Malaysia and Asia
- Expat Online Magazine, based in KL
- Emila Yusof – children’s book illustrator
- Malaysia-by-Malaysian Blog by Azlan – doesn’t appear to be updated anymore.
Our Home Called Kuantan – “An English expatriate living in Kuantan, Malaysia. I have a top wife and two great daughters. Love photographing and writing about my adventure in South-East Asia. I’ve been in Malaysia since 2006.”
Forums
- British Expats – active forum for expats living in Malaysia, very strong for Penang and Kuala Lumpor with some info for other areas.
- MM2H Forum – focus on visas (Make Malaysia My 2nd Home etc.) but also discuss living in Malaysia
- Living in Johore Forum
- Iskandar Living Forum, another focused on Johor Bahru area.