Johor derives its name from Jauhar, an Arabic word that means precious stones. The southern gateway to Malaysia, Johor is linked to Singapore via the Causeway.

The most rustic of the three states in the region, Kelantan truly lives up to its name as the 'Cradle of Malay Culture'. The state's landscape is a charming blend of quaint villages, small towns and riverine settlements.

Melaka enjoys a strategic location on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia, along the historic Straits of Malacca, covering an area of 1,650 sq km.

Negeri Sembilan is situated in the west of Peninsular Malaysia. It is about 50km south of Kuala Lumpur and spreads over an area of 6,645 sq km. Its name literally means 'nine states' as the state once consisted of nine districts.

Selangor is also known as the gateway to Malaysia because the main entry points, KLIA and Port Klang, are situated within the state.

Hailed as the Gem of the East Coast, Terengganu is a marvellous destination steeped in culture and heritage. Its long coastline offers sweeping vistas of aquamarine waters fringed by white powdery sands.