Originally Posted by
IAN-UK
Jakarta's a great choice. Reward yourself by getting to know somewhere most visitors seem to write off immediately.
But on the other hand Malaysia has plenty to offer - Penang, Sarawak and lots more. Then there's Cambodian and vietnam: Air Asia has really opened up the region.
But you've only got a few days - so chose wisely!
He was going to use a couple of those days for KL, so he doesn't actually have "a few days." Just because others blare klaxons at the notion of visiting Jakarta doesn't mean the OP will.
Logistically speaking however, as much as I don't wish to promote Malaysia, Penang or Malacca could be worth the trip.