How to Shop In Kuala Lumpur

So far we have been quite enjoying our time in Kuala Lumpur, despite the fact that it is hot and humid. While we have done some site seeing, we have also done a fair amount of shopping at the malls and markets. At all of the markets and many of the mall shops bargaining for the best price is key. Here is what we have found to be the most successful way to do it: 1) Identify what you want. 2) Ask the price. 3) Say you are willing to pay 10-15% of what they quoted, then prepare to walk away, but do it slowly. As you start leaving the price will begin to drop dramatically, listen for the last price called out to you as you move to the next stall. 4) Do not turn back and buy the item, move on, you will see it again within a few stalls. 5) Find item again, repeat 1-4. 6) Repeat 1-5. At this point you should have a pretty good idea of what the lowest price for you object of desire will be. At the next stall you find, go through this process, but this time tell them you are willing to pay 30% lower than the low price previously determined. Once they come down to the low price, buy the item. Enjoy!