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Denis Albuquerque
Chinatown Cultural Walk & East-West Connection Walk | Bangalore, India | 16 Sept 2025
"I joined the East-West Connection Walk with Marie and the Chinatown Cultural Walk with Jane Rai in Kuala Lumpur, and both were amazing experiences. Marie made the East-West Connection Walk really fun and meaningful. She knows so much about the history of the city and explained how different cultures shaped KL. I especially loved the way she told stories — it felt like the past came alive as we walked through the streets.

Jane’s Chinatown Cultural Walk was just as special. She took us to different spots in Chinatown to show us the unique architecture, and along the way shared wonderful stories about the people, traditions, and hidden corners of the area. Her way of describing things made you see Chinatown in a completely new light, not just as a food spot but as a place full of history and character.

Both Marie and Jane are very passionate about what they do, and it shows. They know their work so well and have a real gift for storytelling. I would highly recommend both the East-West Connection Walk with Marie and the Chinatown Cultural Walk with Jane Rai to anyone who wants to discover Kuala Lumpur in a deeper and more interesting way."
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Salman Almakky
Chinatown Cultural Walk | Texas, USA | 24 Apr
"My wife and I had the pleasure of taking a private walk through KL's Chinatown with Jane. She is an amazing resource of information and her passion is evident in how she spoke about the area, its history and cultural significance. She introduced us to local traders we would have never noticed. Highly recommend booking her!"
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Rina Ali
Chinatown Cultural Walk | Kuala Lumpur | 11 Jan
"The Chinatown Cultural Walk was a blast, even for a local. We get the actual opportunity to see what we locals take for granted behind every sight and sound that passes us everyday. It was an eye-opening journey into my own city's backyard."
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Jouni & Annamaija Lehtonen
Chinatown Cultural Walk | Tampere, Finland | 14 Dec
"In December 2024, we booked a private tour: KL's Chinatown Cultural Walk. The experience was truly insightful. Without Jane Rai, our guide, we would have missed many fascinating sights, hidden gems, and the historical context that makes these streets so vibrant. A must-do in KL."
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Sanjeevanee Vaze
East-West Connection Walk | Mumbai | 6 Jan
"Having interest in history and culture, I was very keen to join the East-west Connection walking tour during my visit to Kuala Lumpur in October 2022. And the walk lived up to every expectation and more. The organization of the walk was perfect and the pace comfortable. Our guide answered all our questions with immense patience."
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Muthatha Ramanthan
Chinatown Cultural Walk | Bangalore | 1 Oct 2024
"I participated in two walking tours conducted by Jane Rai – Chinatown Cultural Walk and East-West Connection – and enjoyed both immensely. Jane is a great storehouse of knowledge on the history, culture and economy of the fascinating city of Kuala Lumpur (KL). She has a wonderful knack of orienting you and making you feel that you can also easily navigate the streetscape of KL. While Jane is very attentive to her participants, the two features of her walks that touched me the most are her stories from her childhood about the neighborhoods; and the visits to shops and interactions with families who run the shops in each neighborhood. I hope to participate in more walks on my next visit to KL."
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Bharat Avalani
Chinatown Cultural Walk | Bangalore | 1 Oct 2024
"I participated in two walking tours conducted by Jane Rai – Chinatown Cultural Walk and East-West Connection – and enjoyed both immensely. Jane is a great storehouse of knowledge on the history, culture and economy of the fascinating city of Kuala Lumpur (KL). She has a wonderful knack of orienting you and making you feel that you can also easily navigate the streetscape of KL. While Jane is very attentive to her participants, the two features of her walks that touched me the most are her stories from her childhood about the neighborhoods; and the visits to shops and interactions with families who run the shops in each neighborhood. I hope to participate in more walks on my next visit to KL."
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Dara White
Chinatown Cultural Walk | Bangalore | 1 Oct 2024
"I participated in two walking tours conducted by Jane Rai – Chinatown Cultural Walk and East-West Connection – and enjoyed both immensely. Jane is a great storehouse of knowledge on the history, culture and economy of the fascinating city of Kuala Lumpur (KL). She has a wonderful knack of orienting you and making you feel that you can also easily navigate the streetscape of KL. While Jane is very attentive to her participants, the two features of her walks that touched me the most are her stories from her childhood about the neighborhoods; and the visits to shops and interactions with families who run the shops in each neighborhood. I hope to participate in more walks on my next visit to KL."
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Debra Nita
Chinatown Cultural Walk | Bangalore | 1 Oct 2024
"I participated in two walking tours conducted by Jane Rai – Chinatown Cultural Walk and East-West Connection – and enjoyed both immensely. Jane is a great storehouse of knowledge on the history, culture and economy of the fascinating city of Kuala Lumpur (KL). She has a wonderful knack of orienting you and making you feel that you can also easily navigate the streetscape of KL. While Jane is very attentive to her participants, the two features of her walks that touched me the most are her stories from her childhood about the neighborhoods; and the visits to shops and interactions with families who run the shops in each neighborhood. I hope to participate in more walks on my next visit to KL."
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Manju Raj
Chinatown Cultural Walk | The Netherlands | 23 Dec 2023
"Embarking on a walking tour of Chinatown in Kuala Lumpur with Jane Rai was an extraordinary expedition through time, culture, and personal narratives that left an indelible mark on our exploration of this vibrant district.. Our journey commenced at the tea room of Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur a fitting starting point for an adventure curated by Jane, recommended by a friend whose encounter with her in Malaysia over a decade ago still resonated. Jane’s warm welcome set the tone, as she skilfully learned each participant’s name, origin, and introduced us, fostering an immediate sense of camaraderie among our diverse group. Our group included a spectrum of ages, from a spirited 6-year-old to teens and individuals in their fifties, half being foreign visitors and the rest natives and expatriates living in Kuala Lumpur. Jane’s skilfulness in curating the tour ensured that every participant found resonance in our exploration of Chinatown, tailoring the experience to cater to our varied interests and backgrounds. What made this journey truly exceptional was Jane’s intimate connection to the district, having grown up amidst its bustling streets. Jane’s vivid accounts and first hand experiences gave context to the changes Chinatown underwent, lending depth and authenticity to the historical tapestry she painted for us. Jane’s adept storytelling delved into the influences of the British, Indian, Chinese, and Malay cultures that shaped Chinatown. Her visual presentations juxtaposing the town’s past and present vividly depicted its growth. It intricately wove the tales of remarkable individuals within Chinatown, introducing us first hand to the inspiring narratives of the noodle maker and specialty tea shop owner. Through Jane’s thoughtful curation, we had the privilege of meeting these custodians of tradition. The noodle maker and tea shop owner graciously shared their stories, offering intimate glimpses into their journeys that led them to forgo corporate comforts in favour of upholding their family legacies. The tour concluded with a playful yet engaging quiz, a testament to Jane’s ability to captivate minds across generations. Her delightful tokens for correct answers added an extra layer of joy to an already enriching experience. I wholeheartedly recommend her tour for anyone seeking a culturally immersive and emotionally resonant experience in this vibrant district."
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Jeffrey Tan
East-West Connection Walk | Malaysia | 14 July 2020
"Nostalgic moments came sweeping over me as I stepped into Medan Pasar, standing next to the clock tower that was erected in 1937 to commemorate the coronation of King George VI. 30 years ago, a little after midnight while waiting for the floor polish on the floors of Lee Wah Bank to dry, my cleaning crew and I enjoyed some light banter, the cool night air, hot coffee and roti canai at the foot of the clock tower. Remembering our roots, where we came from and how we got to where we are today, provides some perspective into how we have grown as a person. As leaders we all started somewhere. Have empathy then for your up and coming leaders, for they too have their rites of passage. Mentor, coach and empower them." "Every positive change – every jump to a higher level of energy and awareness – involves a rite of passage."- Dan Millman "
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Hanniz Efni
Chinatown Culutral Walk | Malaysia | 13 July 2023
"Nostalgic moments came sweeping over me as I stepped into Medan Pasar, standing next to the clock tower that was erected in 1937 to commemorate the coronation of King George VI. 30 years ago, a little after midnight while waiting for the floor polish on the floors of Lee Wah Bank to dry, my cleaning crew and I enjoyed some light banter, the cool night air, hot coffee and roti canai at the foot of the clock tower. Remembering our roots, where we came from and how we got to where we are today, provides some perspective into how we have grown as a person. As leaders we all started somewhere. Have empathy then for your up and coming leaders, for they too have their rites of passage. Mentor, coach and empower them." "Every positive change – every jump to a higher level of energy and awareness – involves a rite of passage."- Dan Millman "