Do you like to shop within the comfort of a one-stop multistorey building or would you prefer an al fresco experience? Maybe it doesn’t matter what environment you shop in as long as you are able to get your hands on some designer goods as well as locally made handicraft.

No matter what your preference is, Malaysia definitely has something to suit your preference.

For an air-conditioned shopping experience, shoppers who are in Kuala Lumpur or Selangor can visit complexes like Mid Valley Megamall, Suria KLCC, Sunway Pyramid, The Mall or 1 Utama. These shopping complexes operate from 10am to 10pm.

An alternative would be the pasar malam (night markets) and open-air bazaars where shoppers can haggle and bargain under the starry sky.

The cost of goods in Malaysia is relatively low once you convert foreign currencies like US dollars, Euros and Sterling Pounds to Ringgit Malaysia (RM), so you can be assured your tourist dollar will stretch pretty far.

Duty-free zones and shops offer shoppers a more exciting experience. Pulau Langkawi and Labuan are among Malaysia’s renowned duty-free locations while duty-free shops can be found in most airports and selected major towns.