Non-prescription drugs are available at pharmacies as well as supermarkets, hotels, and shopping centers. International class hotels also have their individual in-house medical practician to service their guests. It is generally safe to drink water directly from the tap. However, mineral water is also readily available in shops and supermarkets everywhere. An airport tax of RM5.00 and RM40.00 will be charged upon departure for all domestic and international flight passengers respectively.
Lockers are available for luggage storage at the airport.
You will require an international driving permit or a valid license issued by your government to drive in Malaysia. Car rental can be arranged through hotel or through various car rental companies which can be located through the Yellow Pages Directory. Major international car rental companies are also available in Malaysia. Items such as video equipment, cameras, radio cassette players, watches, pens, lighters, perfumes and cosmetics are duty free in Malaysia. Visitors bringing in dutiable goods may have to pay a deposit for temporary importation, refundable upon departure.