I would still imagine being In thailand is a lot cheaper than at the Greek Islands. I have not been there. Some relatives went to Italy and found it to be quite pricey as well. Some need you to pay some Euros just to sit in their restaurants.
you obviously don't know Malaysians. Border cities have always been bustling with Malaysian tourists and they are big spenders. They love to dine and love drinking.
i do agree that Malaysia has beautiful beaches. Its an amazingly beautiful country with great food and nice warm people.
I was just in Phuket last week. Many Indians and Arabs, Singaporeans, Malaysians. They were spending big money!. Now where are they "rich" Brits Americans etc etc etc??? hmmmm.....