Hello everyone, this is my first post here. I was just offered a job as an instructional designer at the Learning Port company in Bangsar South. They're in that swanky office complex The Horizon, which, from studying the map, looks a bit isolated from more "happening" areas and cut off from public transportation. I dread the thought of having a car in KL.
Should 10K MYR be acceptable for a single guy with no dependents to have a reasonably decent lifestyle in KL? I don't have expensive taste in furnishings or have the need for a huge apartment. Good socializing for me is an occasional beer at a pub, exploring the city on train and foot, cafe for reading and people watching, a live band once in awhile, and an occasional long weekend to another location in the region.
How much money should I have on hand when I arrive so that I can make sure all of my upfront expenses can be taken care of smoothly? What's a reasonable rent for a decent 1BR apt?
Please at your convenience share your opinions and answers and any good stories of your excitement/frustrations during your settling in period in KL - I would love to hear about your experiences, warts and all. Thanks!
Cheers,
Jim