For a lot of people, myself included, Kuala Lumpur often ends up being the gateway into Southeast Asia. Flights from Europe or Australia frequently stop over or connect here, so chances are, you’ll pass through at some point. Whenever that’s the case for me, I usually make it a habit to stay for at least…
For a lot of people, including me, Kuala Lumpur often ends up being the gateway to Southeast Asia. Flights from Europe or Australia frequently land here or at least connect through, so over time, I’ve made it a bit of a habit: if there’s a stopover in KL, I always try to spend at least…
I’ve said this in a few of my other articles already, but Kuala Lumpur is definitely one of my favorite big cities in Southeast Asia. It’s got that proper big-city energy, a huge skyline, tons of things to do, but it’s still super affordable. I always think of it as a cheaper, more laid-back version…
Kuala Lumpur might be one of my favorite major cities in Southeast Asia. It’s a place I keep coming back to, either as a stopover or just because I genuinely enjoy the big city vibe. I love the skyline, the energy, the mix of cultures, the food scene, and of course, how affordable it is….
I’m sure you already know about Sepilok in Sandakan and the orangutan sanctuary, I probably don’t need to tell you about that. But what you might not know is that there’s more to do in Sepilok than just visiting the orangutans. The Rainforest Discovery Center is also located in Sepilok, just outside of Sandakan, and…
I just wrapped up my two-week Borneo adventure, and now I’m trying to pull together all sorts of guides and reviews based on my experience there, mainly because when I was planning my trip, I felt like there wasn’t much actual good information out there. Blog posts and travel guides were pretty limited, so now…
I’m going to assume you’re in Borneo for the same reason I was: the wildlife. Seeing wild orangutans, proboscis monkeys, and pygmy elephants was at the very top of my list when I planned my trip to Borneo. The good news is, you can do all of that from here, Sandakan. The city was my…
Kota Kinabalu is the gateway to Borneo, and if you’re anything like me, you’re probably flying into Kota Kinabalu too, at least that’s how my trip started. It was my first stop in Sabah, Borneo, and the beginning of my little adventure through the island. At the time, I had no idea what to expect,…
Getting from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan is one of those classic Borneo travel routes most people end up doing at some point, especially if you’re here for the orangutans. I did the same. I flew into Kota Kinabalu without realizing I could’ve flown straight into Sandakan (rookie mistake), and then had to make my way…
Like I’ve mentioned in a few of my other Borneo guides already, this island is packed with things to do. And honestly, that’s the reason most people come here. Borneo is not the place for all-inclusive beach lounging. It’s for exploring, spotting wildlife, climbing mountains, and getting properly into nature. What I loved most was…