KUALA LUMPUR: For several tourists, the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity of being able to visit the region has been the best gift this Christmas. Economist and mother of two, Alina Pintea, 45, from Romania, stopped by Kuala Lumpur on a 15-hour layover while on her way to Australia. “This is my first trip here as I will be going to Australia to visit my cousin tomorrow (Dec 26). Oliver said that they were also taking the opportunity to visit Freya’s sister, who works as a music teacher at an international school here in Kuala Lumpur. “In the coming new year, I hope there will be more positive things (in store) for my family,” said Syahla, who will also be travelling outside of Kuala Lumpur.

Source: The Star December 25, 2025 14:51 UTC