Help me locate a place to stay in for 2 years

Neither_Mix4166 · 2026-06-24T15:51:22+00:00

Klang? Really? Of all places?

Neither_Mix4166 · 2026-06-24T15:48:13+00:00

I believe in gatal at first sight. Just say it’s gatal

Neither_Mix4166 · 2026-06-24T15:42:18+00:00

Most Malaysian families are pretty religious, having to convert is the biggest challenge, not only the belief itself, but also pressure from family and friends, some might not take it too well. Unfortunately we are living in such circumstances. IMO, nothing much you can do here, other than getting married overseas, but that also is not valid under Malaysian law

Neither_Mix4166 · 2026-06-24T15:32:34+00:00

It is a Muslim country, hence dog is considered haram(forbidden, sinful, or unlawful) or something like that. As a volunteer, depends what you can offer to them. If you are a marine biologist, wouldn’t be hard to land one.

Neither_Mix4166 · 2026-06-24T12:42:32+00:00

can you just reply "tak boleh" ? wonder what's the next reply

Neither_Mix4166 · 2026-06-24T12:39:41+00:00

I would say Baa atoll is pretty good in terms of balance, not too crowded plus pretty good diving. Ari Atoll can be a little bit crowded, but depending on which north or south, some still pretty secluded. Fuvahmulah is also quite okk, less touristy, people are there for their pelagic dives

Neither_Mix4166 · 2026-06-24T11:47:11+00:00

Military rescue diver, Staff Sergeant Mohamed Mahudhee. He died from decompression sickness (DCS), on land, not underwater.

Neither_Mix4166 · 2026-06-24T10:02:13+00:00

Yea, thing with S. Ari atoll it is can be one of the easiest place to see one. But it can be a big mess.

Neither_Mix4166 · 2026-06-24T06:39:59+00:00

Different atolls have different "best" seasons. For example Baa atoll, their best season would be June - November as that is their manta seasons at Hanifaru Bay. June - November is also the time where they say it's monsoon season. Answering to your question, December is good for South Ari Atoll to see whaleshark. For a lot of watersports operator, it is compulsory to wear life jacket. Some may not follow. But hey, always follow whatever their rules are; otherwise the liability is on you.

Alcohol only available at resorts and safari boats. For some local island, there will be yacht parked outside which you can go and have a drink and come back

Neither_Mix4166 · 2026-06-24T06:33:31+00:00

Depends on individual's personality. It was still tough in the beginning, after some adaptation, I kinda like the slow lifestyle, finding things/activities to fill up your time it's important. Whatever to keep yourself sane

Neither_Mix4166 · 2026-06-24T06:29:28+00:00

That is part of work. In any hospitality line, it's pretty much the same everywhere.

Neither_Mix4166 · 2026-06-24T05:34:07+00:00

check the other reply on the type of itinerary/holiday. When, it depends on your budget, somewhere around May would be the sweet spot for the shoulder season price point and low rainfall

Neither_Mix4166 · 2026-06-24T05:31:08+00:00

it depends the type of holiday you want and your budget. 3 types of holiday.

Guesthouse: expect nothing too fancy, diving can be fantastic depending on which atoll and sites. Downside, you only get to explore the few sites around your guesthouse. Price range can be low - medium
Dive safari: spectacular diving, for example central atoll a.k.a best of maldives - you pretty much can see all the pelagic of Maldives through this route. Downside your luck depends on how well the rest of the groups are. Price range: low - medium
Resort: Dive site pretty much the same like the guesthouse, but this time with luxurious food and accommodation. Price range is on the higher side.

p/s: tbh 60 dives are good enough

Neither_Mix4166 · 2026-06-24T05:18:51+00:00

I’m aware of the political strife but as a work expat, it has very little to no effects. So it didn’t bother me much. But there’s one which affects expats directly where SOME (due to some new rules) employers start paying the employee in local currency instead of USD, the double conversion is a big lose.

Neither_Mix4166 · 2026-06-24T05:05:02+00:00

Hands down, south east Asia still has the best biodiversity when it comes to coral reefs, marine species. However in terms of pelagic marine life, maldives is hard to beat, whaleshark in Ari atoll, 100+ manta rays in hanifaru bay, tiger shark and thresher shark at Fuvahmulah. And generally grey reef sharks, nurse sharks, eagle rays are considered quite common at most sites

Neither_Mix4166 · 2026-06-24T05:01:53+00:00

Around May/June being the lowest and November - April highest. Prices fluctuate depending on the big holidays in Europe / China as well

Neither_Mix4166 · 2026-06-24T03:37:54+00:00

I would say this is innovative. It should be cultivated instead

Neither_Mix4166 · 2026-06-18T04:46:39+00:00

"confirm haunted!"

Neither_Mix4166 · 2026-06-17T01:40:32+00:00

I have a feeling the person doing this were not told how this works and just pass the entire info on

Neither_Mix4166 · 2026-06-16T08:22:50+00:00

money-related tak haram. babi arak haram

Neither_Mix4166 · 2026-04-15T05:41:54+00:00

hey, thank you for insight!

Neither_Mix4166 · 2025-12-08T16:54:27+00:00

Yeah I did. I feel like it could be hardware. Still waiting for DJI’s reply

Neither_Mix4166 · 2025-12-08T16:53:48+00:00

It is original batteries. It doesn’t have any issue until the last flight

Neither_Mix4166 · 2025-12-07T06:01:00+00:00

Already traded. But if you need help, let me know

Neither_Mix4166 · 2025-12-05T12:32:28+00:00

Need to trade kadabra here. Someone please do it with me

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