Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
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Perhentian Islands

The Perhentian Islands (Pulau Perhentian in Bahasa Malaysia) lie approximately 10 nautical miles (19 km) offshore the coast of northeastern Malaysia in the state of Terengganu, approximately 40 miles (64 km) south of the Thai border. The two main islands are Perhentian Besar (“Big Perhentian”) and Perhentian Kecil (“Small Perhentian”). Popular for it’s beaches, snorkeling and driving. Like a real postcard.

Cameron Highlands

Cameron Highlands is a highland region located about 20 km east of Ipoh and about 150 km north of Kuala Lumpur in Pahang, Malaysia. At 5,000 ft (1,500 m) above sea level it is the highest area on the mainland, and enjoys a cool climate, with temperatures no higher than 25C and rarely falling below 12C year round. The area is popular for it’s tea plantations and jungle walks.

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Kota Kinabalu is the capital of the state of Sabah on Borneo. With an estimated population of 532,129 in the city and 700,000 in the urban area, it is the largest urban centre in Sabah and the sixth largest in Malaysia. It is located close to Mount Kinabalu, the highest mountain in South-East Asia.

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Things to Do & See
Mount Kinabalu
Gunung Kinabalu is part of the Kinabalu National Park (World Heritage Site) and the tallest mountain in the Malay Archipelago. ... more

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HOSTELS
Borneo Global Backpackers Lodge
Hostel, Kota Kinabalu
Hostel close to the State Museum ... more
Kinabalu Backpackers Lodge
Hostel, Kota Kinabalu
Located in a historical street and in the heart of Kota Kinabalu City. ... more

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LINKS

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Sabah - land below the wind
information website about the beauty of Sabah

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Tioman, Paya Beach

quiet beach south of Tekek on Pulau Tioman ... more
Melaka, Kampung Morten, Villa Sentosa

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a village of traditional Malay houses, it is located in a bend of Sungai Melaka, north of downtown. A Family in one of the biggest houses, Villa Sentosa, receives visitors. ... more
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Mamak Stalls

Mamak Stalls are a muslim Indian restaurants serving southern Indian cuisine. It’s a popular hang-out place for locals to meet friends and drink tea and have snacks like Roti Canai. The heart of Malaysia beats here.