Malaysia is a country lying to the south of Thailand and having with it land boundary that divides the Malacca Peninsula roughly in half. Their proximity often raises the question of tourists: “which one is better for relaxing?” We will give you a few curious comparisons, assessing which, you decide that for you preferably Malaysia or Thailand.
Read also other comparisons of Thailand with Vietnam, Turkey, Goa.
Climatic differences
In Southeast Asia, tourists, especially for the first time, seek because of climatic differences with Russia, after all, so casually so interesting change frost or dank slush of native penates to burning tropical sun. In deciding whether “Malaysia is better or Thailand “, they can be decisive. Differences in weather may have been visited in Phuket, Bangkok or Pattaya.
The fact is that at the latitude of the Thai city of Suratthani passes conditional boundary between subequatorial and equatorial climate zone. The differences between them are that at the equator higher average annual temperature and seasonal variations invisible. There are only two seasons: wet, lasting from September to March, and relatively dry from May to September. And seasonal moisture differences are insignificant. Subequatorial weather Thailand is more variegated and contrasted, and the dry season there can be really dry, though painfully hot for northerners.
Social differences
Solving the question “which is better to choose – Malaysia or Thailand “, it is necessary to take into account the state structure countries.
Thailand is an absolute monarchy and a mono-ethnic country. Everything strangers – farangi – have a lower social status, regardless on the thickness of their wallet. Most Thai smiles on the streets – courtesy, no more. Discrimination manifests itself even in little things. For example, for foreigners the cost of entering entertainment facilities are two to three times higher. And no matter how much you lived in Tae, a year, five, twenty … you still stay farang.
The main religion is Buddhism, tolerant of many liberty behavior. For example, prostitution – it is like prohibited by Thai law, but the government closes it eyes (although there is a version that the authorities are tolerant of this activities because of the fear of losing the majority of tourists and income in budget).
Street crime is a widespread phenomenon. The state language is Thai, with its own alphabet and very complicated. phonetic word formation (read about the key of the Thai language), when changing the tone can change the meaning of what was said in the root. Not all Thais know English, and those who know speak Taynglish, which has little to do with the original. At the same time in Russian language is widely used in tourist centers.
Malaysia is a constitutional monarchy with the current parliament. The country is international, the differences in skin color are almost not is done. If you smile, you can be sure that you express sympathy. The state religion is Islam. Therefore morals Much stricter, beachwear is allowed only in tourist centers. But prostitution and street crime is very tough. suppressed. English, as a colonial heritage, is almost the second state. Writing – Latin. On almost no one speaks Russian. Left-hand movement, and order on the roads much more. In Thailand, compared to Malaysia, in this matter hell and chaos.
Tourist program
Malaysia is about two times smaller in area than Thailand. However, it is divided into two parts – Western (Malaya) and Eastern (Sabah and Sarawak) – the South China Sea, therefore, together with territorial waters can not be equated to him. By volume the same attractions she Thailand will not give up. Its capital is Kuala Lumpur – more picturesque due to varying terrain than Bangkok, built on the lowland furnaces. It has the most the world’s tallest buildings are the Petronas Twin Towers.
Lovers of natural exotic also will not be disappointed, visiting malaysia. The picturesque island of Tioman, the archipelago of Langkawi, Taman Negara National Park, Kinabalu mountain spurs, caves Batu … The sights of this country can be listed very long, but better to visit them.
Rope bridge in Taman Negara National Park
With all this, the number of tourists in the busiest places Malaysia is an order of magnitude less than in Thailand. Everywhere is clean, calm and safely. Therefore, the answer to the question: “What is better for rest – Thailand or Malaysia? “, – decided definitely in favor last. Well, this is if you prefer relaxation and bliss.
Work, permanent residence
Benevolence towards strangers in Malaysia concerns not only domestic communication, but also supported by the state by politics.
In Thailand, you can get a work permit (Work Permit), having passed seven circles of bureaucratic hell. And that is because of the list forbidden specialties will not allow you to work in a number of professions. In Malaysia, you can get a job in 2-3 days while obtaining a visa for three years. Terms that priority in citizens have employment opportunities (regardless of qualifications) exists.
If you are over 50 years old, special program “Malaysia My Second Home “will allow you to get a visa for 10 years, only by making a a deposit of about four million rubles. And in a year you can withdraw two thirds of the amount and spend on your needs. For example, on opening a business. In Thailand, there is a similar program for retirees, however, the amount that is required for registrations, much less Malaysian, and is 800 000 baht
All office work in Thailand is conducted only in Thai, therefore, buying an apartment or a house, various business operations difficult: the slightest grammatical mistake, and you are in full “span”. Malays allow business in English issued without prior arrangement during the day. Well, oh the non-commitment of the Thai staff and their peculiar attitude towards The work is already legendary. In Malaysia, for example, you can hire same Chinese.
