Actually, JB is not that bad lah. Just be smart and observant will do. Don't go to ulu places at night and don't show off your fancy jewellery and Rolex. Practicing as such will keep you away from harm most of the time. I used to carry RM200k in cash with me in JB, wearing slippers and with a much worn down back pack without causing any uncalled for attention. Of course those trips were meant for a purpose, otherwise, I would have avoided as well. Don't invite troubles if possible.I don't think I will ever retire lah. Also I have too many commitments in sg. I do visit friends in mudland and also make multiple yearly trips there to chill. Never to JB though, I hate that cowboy place.
From JB, I would drive to all the other states in Malaysia with my wife and even up to Hatyai a few times. We had even driven to Hatyai with my neighbor who's living in KL. Believe it or not, I did try one marathon at one time by driving to Hatyai and back without incurring a cent of highway toll (except for the crossing to Penang and the toll at the Bukit Kayu Hitam/Thai border crossing) because we had wanted to explore those kampong roads where you can stop at anytime to buy durians, mangosteen and other tropical fruits to eat at your will.
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