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It’s a wonderful experience to get lost in a country as wide and various as Malaysia.  There are a dizzying number of cultures and traditions here, and there is also a very cosmopolitan sensibility in some of the larger cities.  Travelers can get a sense of the old and the new at the same time, making it a wonderful place for adventure.  There are some fantastic urban scenes here, offering new works of art and music, presented with a sense of style that is exquisite.  There are also plenty of magnificent natural areas, spaces to get lost in your own solitude, and recover a sense of balance, and even romance.  It’s a spectacular place for luxury.  Malaysia hotels offer a perfect balance between the old and the new, with spectacular hospitality and all the contemporary conveniences of home.

A luxury hotel can make planning much easier, since you can consult with the concierge about the attractions that would be the most suitable for you and your guests, and it’s easy to have spontaneous fun, without having to bring a lot of maps.  But it’s also a terrific place to come with some plans, to have an idea of some of the things you’d like to see.  There are plenty of things to do that are off the beaten path, and because it is such a lively culture, there are always new entertainments that pop up suddenly, before they can be written about in travel guides.  New musical acts, and new works of art are created every day by the artists and musicians who live here, and it’s nice to see something very fresh, where the local audiences haven’t had time to formulate an opinion.  You just might catch the beginning of the next Flop Poppy.

By now, Flop Poppy is one of the most famous alternative bands from Malaysia.  It’s still headed by Andy, who’s been the band’s mainstay since their beginnings in 1989.  He’s joined by Cha’a on lead guitar, Megat playing rhythm, Mie on Drums, and Egat keeping the pulse on bass.  They had an initial boost to fame with their first singles compilation album, Circle of Friends, in 1991, then soon afterwards split up.  Andy went on to recreate the group as a solo act, and since then has acquired the line-up that seems to be a winning combination.  Their concerts are lively spectacles, and an excellent way to get to know the local culture here.