Winner in 2010 Tripadvisor's Choice Awards for Best Bed & Breakfast in Asia 
http://www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoiceList-g2-cInnsBB

Winning the prestigious award means a lot to us. It also means an added responsibility on our part to meet the expectations that comes with it. It would be our pleasure to ensure our guests come away with a meaningful experience when they stay with us.

Sarang Galloway Bed & Breakfast is a great choice for families / friends traveling in a group. The house is centrally located and close to hundreds of shops and eateries. It is very easy to get about from the guest house as most places are within walking distance.

Things to do in KL

A little known recreational facility: KLCC Playground & Park

Most people would associate KLCC with the Petronas Twin Towers and the Suria Shopping Centre. When they converted the old race course into a modern complex for shopping, conventions, hotels and office buildings the architects have retained a green belt which is now a playground and park for people to go and relax or exercise.

This is for everyone to enjoy and there's no entrance charge.

Wading Pool Opening Hours: Tuesday - Sunday 10 am to 6 pm
Park & Playground Opening Hours: 7 am to 9.30 pm

If you are coming from the shopping centre the park and playground is located behind the water fountain. It has a well planned jogging track that goes around the park. People start to gather there early in the morning to jog or brisk walk. The park is usually crowded during holidays and weekends.

Some 'Tai Chi' groups can be seen going through their routine of exercising inner strength using 'slow motion' movements handed down by ancient Chinese masters.

The best time to visit the park and playground is either early in the morning or after 5 pm when the sun is less strong. Of course, I am speaking as an Asian who is not particularly fond of the sun. The children would love it after a 'boring' day of shopping. You can laze around on the grassy slopes watching the children play and catch the sunset.

The playground is a thoughtfully laid out maze of swings, climbers, rope ladders, tunnels and all the kid's stuff which will keep the children enthralled for hours chasing one another or hiding from one another.

There's also a shallow wading pool children to play in. The water's no more than 18 inches at the deepest and it's a great way to cool off on a hot day. Come prepared with bathers and a towel for the kids to dry off. No matter how you make them promise not to get wet, children being who they are, will more often than not get themselves wet and probably in the process get you wet as well. So be warned!

KLCC Park and Playground is about a 10 minute drive from Sarang Galloway depending on traffic conditions. You can either park underground inside the shopping centre or next to the park. Alternatively you can take the monorail from the Hang Tuah Monorail Station (5 min walk from Sarang Galloway) and get off at the Jalan Ampang Station just in front of Concorde Hotel (Hard Rock Cafe) and walk 10 minutes along Jalan Ampang (one of the longest roads in Kuala Lumpur / Selangor) to KLCC. You will find the walk interesting as you would pass the Renaissance Hotel, New World Hotel, Malaysian Tourism Information Centre (MATIC), Lai Meng Chinese School, ZOUK discotheque complex and the Australian High Commission on Jln Yap Kwan Seng.

DONT'S

Avoid taking a taxi from the vicinity of KLCC. It's not worth the hassle as most of the taxis do not want to use their meters and even if they do most of the meters are not properly calibrated. Don't haggle with the drivers as they are extremely difficult to handle. Flag down a taxi only if you know the estimated fare to wherever you are going to. If unsure you can always ask the locals for their estimate of what the fare should be.

Here's a guide to the fares you would expect to pay:-

KLCC to Bukit Bintang - RM 4 -5

KLCC to Central Market - RM 6 -8

The prices quoted are estimates only and the fare should depend on where you get off and traffic conditions.

Capoeira Masters from The Lion City

Famed martial arts group from Singapore came to Kuala Lumpur attend the annual Malaysia's Batizado (graduation ceremony) and stayed with us. Capoeira, for those, like us who is unaware of this, is an incredible form of Brazilian martial arts. We were totally impressed with their style and routine.

Aside from Capoeira this talented group is also into samba. Although they claim that samba is only their side show they are great samba performers.

For more info about this group, check out http://sg.bantus.org

Camille & Friends stayed with us in November 2008

Vacation Home hosts Christina & Michael on holiday in Hanoi

Christina, Shen & women of the H'mong Tribe after a long trek up and down the rice terraces to Ta Van, Sapa Valley. The Black H'mong are the most progressive and skilful of the tribes. They will accompany visitors on their trek during the months when they are not tending to their rice fields. Most of them speak English quite well though they don't necessarily know how to read or write.

Michael & Mr Bang, owner of the Pink Floyd Restaurant & Pub in Sapa Town where we had a great meal of mountain goat steamboat, home-made honey flavoured rice wine and home-made snake wine. They met on the train from Hanoi to Lao Cai and became good friends over many cups of very strong Vietnamese coffee.

Christina, Shen & the effable Mrs Linh of Hanoi Guest House. We have become good friends since our previous visit to Hanoi in 2007 when we visited Ha Long Bay. She is a delightful host and always has a warm smile for everyone.

Michael & Mr Thinh and Hanoi Bia. Mr Thinh and his son (rowing the wooden boat at the back) own the boat which takes visitors to the Perfumed Pagoda. Mr Thinh is a good 80 years old on but still fit and healthy. He doesn't know a word of English and Michael doesn't know any Vietnamese but they got along just fine.


Trekking among the many tribal villages in Sapa Valley. Quite a task for city folks like us but we count this as definitely one of the more memorable holidays for us. The scenery is simply beautiful and you feel transported back to a place where time almost stood still.

There's more to life than just increasing its speed
~ Mohandas Gandhi ~


Even hosts go on holiday every now and then. This year end we decided on Sapa Valley, a lovely hill station about 8 hours north by train from Hanoi city. Last year we were in Ha Long Bay and we chose to go trekking in the mountains to visit the hill tribes near the Vietnamese border to south China.

We experienced the wettest weather in Hanoi in the last 23 years. It is fortunate that we caught the tail end of the rains but we still have to endure a couple of very wet days in Hanoi before going on to Sapa Valley.

The views were breathtaking which made us forget about the slippery and treacherous trekking up and down the slopes of muddy rice terraces. Much of the valley is still unspoilt although Sapa town is developing rapidly due to the large influx of tourists.

I wish we have more people like you in this world

Dear Michael & Christina

I just want to thank you for all your warmth and hospitality and hard work during our stay with you and taking care of our family for the last 2 days of crisis (four from our group missed their flight back and none spoke any English) driving us around, and giving us a tour of the city.

You have left them with a feeling of joy and kindness which they will never forget for the rest of their lives and with a story they will rave about forever. I wish we have more people like you in this world.

In the whole month of my vacation the few days of my stay with you guys was the highlight of my trip.

If you ever plan to visit Vancouver please let me know so I can return at least 1% of the favor. God bless you. It is an honor to get to know you all.

Please thank Anita on behalf of me and my family for her hard work and beautiful smile every morning and taking care of us like her own family.

Cheers

Sam Sodeyf
Independent Film Maker
Vancouver

Sam & Family stayed with us in October 2008


For the first time visitor to Malaysia, I cannot imagine a better place to stay

We give Sarang Galloway a 5 out of 5 rating. Super convenient to everything: the Golden Triangle, amazing street cafes, shopping, the bus terminal, and the LRT. Christina & Michael are fabulous hosts. The rooms were clean and quiet, a welcome respite from the hubbub of the city just blocks away. Breakfast was a daily treat. We felt very much at home. For the first time visitor to Malaysia, we cannot imagine a better place to stay.

Jim & Jill Trott
Seattle, Washington, USA
Sarang Galloway guests in August 2008

For more reviews please go to Tripadvisor.com

Congratulations Vick and Vanessa !!

CONGRATULATIONS! to our lovely Sarang Galloway guests Vick and Vanessa on their wedding in Kuala Lumpur in August 2008.

Vick brought along Vanessa's parents, family and friends from UK and French Reunion Island - all 14 of them, to stay at Sarang Galloway as they wanted to be together during the event. Christina & I had the pleasant task of hosting everyone.

To be honest, before they came we had no idea where French Reunion Island is! At least now we know. And in case you don't it is a rather large island (bigger than Singapore) next to the more famous Madagascar, just off the African continent.

The dashing Vick's a Malaysian and charming Vanessa's French. They both met in London, fell in love, Vick proposed in Langkawi, Vanessa said "Yes!" and later they decided to gather everyone in Kuala Lumpur for their religious wedding ceremony and wedding dinner.

After an elaborate religious ceremony in PJ, the lovely couple had a fabulous wedding dinner in one of the local 5-Star hotels for their relatives and close friends, some of them journeyed from all over the world to be at this event. It is one big reunion for everybody!

Christina & I had the priviledge to be invited for both the occassion and we thoroughly enjoyed it. One of the perks in operating a vacation home is that you get to make friends with people from all over the world.

We wish Vick & Vanessa a blessed union and much happiness back in Windsor, UK.

When traveling......

I meet a lot of people during my travels. Sometimes I even encounter myself...

~ Michael Fong ~
Sarang Galloway

The Best Place in Kuala Lumpur for Digital Cameras, Laptops, Mobile Phones, Computer Related Stuff, PDAs, and MORE!!

Low Yat Plaza - Bukit Bintang The best center for IT stuff n' such

Less than 10 minutes walk from Sarang Galloway you will find a haven for most, if not all your electronic needs. You will find all housed under one roof, hundreds of vendors selling the A - Z in electronics. All the big brands are there.

If you are not buying new you can get your own gadget repaired on the spot or at the most overnight.

Be prepared to spend at least 2 hours there once you step into the building if you have nothing specific to buy and you just want to browse. I have found that the best time to go would be at about 11 am on weekdays. The crowd is just about to come in and you don't have to jostle with literally thousands of other visitors. The vendors are probably more helpful since their stress level is still below critical.

And if you get hungry or you want a break from PC shopping there's a food court at the Lower Ground Floor offering both local and western dishes. Prices are reasonable.

Bargain! Bargain! Bargain! Bargain! Bargain!

When in Malaysia do what the locals do. BARGAIN! While not all the shops offer bargains most of the smaller ones would offer you a lower price when you counter with a lower price. The trick to getting a good deal is when offering your price do so with a reasonable offer. Ridiculously low counter offers shows insincerity and the vendors usually won't entertain you. The chances are you would get a good bargain if you show that you are a serious buyer and a reasonable price can be arrived at.

Even with the locals - practice makes perfect.

Low Yat Plaza's open 7 days a week including public holidays except for a couple of days for Chinese New Year.

Note: If you need someone who can offer you good advice and service for you PC needs please drop me a line so that I can give you the contact directly.

Happy Shopping!!

Upcoming Events around Kuala Lumpur & Malaysia

There's never a dull moment!!
Kuala Lumpur is full of activities as the Ministry of Tourism is eager to promote Malaysia as a top tourist destination. There are activities planned for every month of the year. Apart from Malaysia's colourful and diverse religious festivals these events add more excitement to your holiday in Malaysia.

Here's a brief look at some of the happenigs that dot the Kuala Lumpur calendar

Penang Jazz Festival
Dates: December
Venue: Penang

After the Rainforest World Music Festival in Kuching this is the most popular jazz festival in Malaysia. Most tourists would gather there to observe their musical talent up close.

KL International Buskers' Festival
Dates: 1 - 31 December
Venue: Various tourist spots in KL

Malaysia Year End Sale!!
Dates: 1 - 31 December
Venue: Various Shopping Centers

Places of Interest - Heritage Sites in KL

Historical Sites worth visiting while you are in KL

KL is not just a city for shopping and clubbing. There are some very interesting places which you would want to visit to get a feel of the historical KL as well. Traveling is about visiting places like this to go back in time so to speak and imagine what the world was like before mobile phones and laptops.

• St Mary's Cathedral
• Textile Museum
• Royal Selangor Club
• Dataran Merdeka
• Old Post Office
• Panggung Bandaraya
• Masjid Jamek
• Makhamah Tinggi
• Sultan Abdul Samad Building
• National History Museum
• KL Memorial Library
• Chinatown Wet Market
• Central Market
• Old Clock Tower in Jln Ampang
• Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman Buildings
• Railway Station and Administration Buildings
• Chinese Assembly Hall

Check Out Shopping Priviledges at Suria KLCC for Tourists!!

SURIA KLCC Tourist Priviledge Card

Offer exclusive only to foreign tourists! Show your passport at the Concierge at the Concourse Level and get your Priviledge Card for Special Shopping Priviledges.

Amazing Discounts and Exclusive Offers!!

Medical Care in Kuala Lumpur

If you are traveling to Kuala Lumpur for medical treatment, surgery, dental work you would, like many others before you, find that our medical fees are relatively inexpensive. What you save on your medical fees can pay for your trip to Malaysia in some instances.

Drop us a line if you want us to check out any of the professional fees charged in Kuala Lumpur. We would be glad to help. We have also learnt from our guests that many of the prescription drugs are cheaper to buy in Malaysia.

We do not sell any of the services and drugs and do not make any commision from this. We are just happy to be of assistance to our visitors and friends.

Things to do in KL

One of my favourite haunts is the wet market in Chinatown.

Most tourists will put down Chinatown on their intinerary for KL drawn by the bright lights and the promise of cheap bargains. Few would come to know of the Chinatown wet market which is hidden away in between the old shophouses that line Petaling Street.

The wet market is situated on Madras Lane and is just off Petaling Street nowadays called Jalan Petaling. This is historically one of the first wet markets in Malaysia which has survived till today against the trend of airconditioned supermarkets. If you want to experience the sights and smells of a wet market which hasn't really changed much over the years this is a must visit site when you are in KL.

Here you will find fresh vegetables from Cameron Highlands, To Fu displayed in water to keep fresh, live chickens, eggs, live fish from the rivers, and an array of spices which gives Malaysian food its distinctive taste. See whether you can spot any century eggs while walking around the market. Give it a try. It has a unique taste and I especially like the yolk.
Here you will also find fresh Malaysian fruits like the solo papaya, pineapple from Sarawak, durian, banana, watermelon, honey dew, mangosteen, etc.

They are open 7 days a week and business will be done from the early hours of the morning until lunch time usually. There will be stalls open till later when they have not finished their selling.
If you go early enough in the morning you can also find an intersting breakfast spread of noodle and rice dishes. Locals going to work in Chinatown and nearby areas will usually stop over for a quick breakfast, read the local newspapers, perhaps catch up with friends before trotting off to work.

You may get a feel of old Kuala Lumpur while walking through the narrow lanes listening to the vendors yelling out their bargains after the morning rush. If you are on a self catering holiday visit the wet market in mid-morning and you may get some really good prices for your purchases. There's this particular fish seller located at the side entrance/exit facing the old Indian temple whom I use whenever we want really fresh seafood. You will find that his prices are reasonable and can be subject to bargaining.

What our guests have to say about Sarang Galloway

C. Guan Soo
Web Business Consultant
Penang, Malaysia

"The first time I was in Sarang Galloway, I fell in love with the place instantly.

It's classic, clean and comfortable. With its high ceiling, it gives me the 'space' to feel relax and at home. The surrounding was quiet and peaceful, yet the happening places were just 5 minutes walk away from Sarang Galloway. It's truly home away from home!

What surprised me more was - when I went to bed that night... when I took out the blanket, there was a sweet pleasant fragrance welcoming me to my dream land! In all my travels and stays in many other resorts and hotels, none - absolutely none of their bed and blanket were perfumed!

It's two thumbs up for Sarang Galloway. I wouldn't want to stay elsewhere when I'm in Kuala Lumpur!"


Stefanus Budi Prakoso
Solo, Indonesia

"Sarang Galloway is nice place for stay and rest, cause the place is quiet, clean, secure. The location is very close with interest place, only walking distance :- To jalan Bukit Bintang and Jalan Imbi, its a favorite place to shopping, not enough one week to shop in Bukit Bintang Area- To Jalan Alor, its a favorite place to dine, many food attraction here, we are only prepare our stomach- to Hangtuah monorail station and Hangtuah LRT station, it mean we easy to go to everywhereAfter whole day shopping and traveling we can take nice rest in Sarang Galloway.Sarang Galloway is design for a group vacation, in the first floor there are living room with a big TV, small library, dining room, kitchen, one sleeping room and bath room with cold and hot water, in the second floor there are three sleeping room with individual air-condition, small living room and bath room with cold and hot water.Sarang Galloway have good air circulation..We are feel at home in Sarang Galloway, we are very convenient..We offer to give a motto " No Home like Sarang Galloway "


" A good traveler has no fixed plans, and is not intent on arriving"

~ Lao Tzu ~
Chinese Taoist Philosopher and Founder of Taoism
600BC - 531BC

Location Map

Sarang Galloway Location Map

Vacation Home In Kuala Lumpur Malaysia

Sarang Galloway is nestled in the very heart of Kuala Lumpur. This vacation home is right in the middle of the commercial district yet tucked away in a lovely residential enclave. It is ideal for families or friends traveling together who want their own space to relax and be around one another after a day of shopping or sight seeing.

Sarang Galloway is a lovely 2 storey terrace house originally built in the 1920s when Kuala Lumpur started to expand from its early beginnings in Petaling Street, also known as Chinatown. This is one of the few colonial houses still remaining in Kuala Lumpur in the midst of rapid urban development and has been tastefully furnished for your stay.

Jalan Hang Tuah Monorail Station

Public Transport
Puduraya Bus & Taxi Terminal, Jalan Hang Tuah Monorail & LRT stations (5 min walk)

Berjaya Times Square / Bukit Bintang

Shopping Centres
Berjaya Times Square, Sungei Wang Plaza, Lot 10, Starhill, Pavilion, KLCC Suria,

Bukit Bintang Plaza, Low Yat Plaza, China Town, 24 hour convenience stores (5 to 10 min walk)

Pudu Jail

Tourist Spots within a 10 min walk

KL Tower, Pudu Prison, Chinatown, Jalan Bukit Bintang, Petronas Twin Towers, Pudu Jail,

Jln Alor eateries, Central Market, Stadium Merdeka, Stadium Negara, Little India,

Chinese Assembly Hall

Private Hospitals
Tung Shin Hospital, Chinese Maternity Hospital (5 minwalk)

Prince Medical Center (5 min drive)

Syed Albukhary Mosque on Jalan Hang Tuah

Places of worship

Syed Albukhary Mosque on Jln Hang Tuah - 7 min walk

Convention Centres

Putra World Trade Center, KLCC Convention Center – 10 min drive

Night Spots
Hard Rock Café, Zouk, Planet Hollywood – 10 min drive

Sarang Galloway Vacation Home

6 Jln Galloway, 50150 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Toll Free: 1300-88-2837 for local calls only
Fax: +603-2142-2272
Mobile: +6012 333-5-666 Michael Fong

Email: saranggalloway@gmail.com

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