Question 1

Is BLAN free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes, BLAN is completely free. There's no signup required to plan a trip, no premium tier, and no hidden costs.

Question 2

Which countries does BLAN cover?

Accepted Answer

BLAN is specialised in Malaysia — all 16 states and federal territories including Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Sabah, Sarawak, Malacca, Johor, Langkawi (Kedah), Cameron Highlands (Pahang), Ipoh (Perak), and more.

Question 3

Does BLAN have a halal filter for Muslim travellers?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Tell BLAN's AI chat assistant your dietary preferences (halal, vegetarian, vegan, etc.) and it will recommend only suitable restaurants and food places. Preferences are remembered across sessions.

Question 4

What languages does BLAN support?

Accepted Answer

19 languages: English, Bahasa Melayu, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Bahasa Indonesia, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese, Tamil, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Arabic, Hindi, and Turkish. The AI chatbot adapts its persona to match each language's cultural context.

Question 5

When is the best time to visit Malaysia?

Accepted Answer

Generally, May and September offer the best balance of weather, crowds, and prices. East coast islands (Redang, Perhentian) are best March-October. West coast (Penang, Langkawi) is good year-round but driest November-April. See BLAN's detailed month-by-month guide for specifics.