Advantages: Exotic places in Malaysia
Disadvantages: Lack of public transport

This is a review on Sandakan and Mataking Island in Sabah (East Malaysia). East and West Malaysia is separated by the South China Sea and besides flying, there is no other mode of transport. Sandakan was the capital of Sabah until 1946. It was occupied ... Read review

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It sounds lovely and great pics! xx by manlybeach

Great detailed review, esactly ehat I'd look for when choosing a holiday. High Five! by Hypernation

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Advantages: Unique wildlife experience
Disadvantages: leaches

Borneo is a fairly large island, a bit larger than France, surrounded by the indonesian archipelago, Singapore, the Philippines and Malaysia. It is actually divided into four regions, two of which, in the north (Sarawak and Sabah) are governed by Malaysia ... Read review

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what an amazing experience, I did a project on Indonsia when I was a little girl I have fancied seeing it ever since, its a bit out of my price range through - lyn x by arnoldhenryrufus

My mind was working overtime picturing the scenes as you described them, fascinating and brilliant review. Being honest however, I'd have stayed at the US style hotel playing golf and let the mrs tell me about the rest LOL. Nowt but an E will do for this. by plod591

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Pure Beauty
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Advantages: Amazing and beautiful country
Disadvantages: Hospital visits

Borneo is a state of Malaysia and so I have put it under the Malaysia section. Although English is not the first language it is commonly spoken out there and we never had any problems speaking in English to anyone. This review is slightly different to ... Read review

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An exceptional piece of writing. by ButcherBob

Ooops I forgot...E from me :) by MarcoG

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malysia
by Al

Value for Money
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My love for you
by Taz101

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Advantages: relaxing, friendly staff, great pool
Disadvantages: expensive food

We went to this hotel in April 2008, as part of a last minute deal. Both myself and my partner thought this hotel was brilliant and would stay here again. The first thing that surprises you about the hotel is the fact that as you cross the threshold of ... Read review

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Good review, sounds like you had a great holiday. by Maestrolover

Sounds nice xx by manlybeach

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Advantages: quiet, beautiful, coral
Disadvantages: not easy to get there

...about my time on the Perhentian islands, it was amazing. I spent a tiring 2 weeks in the jungle and surrounding area before deciding at the last minute to make the journey to the small set of islands on the East coast of Malays ... Read review

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The highlight for me would be the food by gemax2

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Marine Utopia
by divinekarma

The beautiful island of Perhentian Kecil (Small)
by depatra3

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Advantages: an unforgettable experience
Disadvantages: bus loads of tourists crowding around shouting

This really was a dream of mine come true.It was one of the highlights of my travels in S.E Asia and should not be missed. The flight from KL was only 4hrs and approx £40return with air asia.Flew into Kota kinabalu and soaked up the fantastic atmosphere b ... Read review

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Sort of place I would like to go . by mumsymary

Nice review...Thank you. J. by headcase44

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Become mesmerized by the Wild Man of Borneo
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Advantages: excellent value for money
Disadvantages: if you hate shopping malls-stay away

This resort is out of this world! It is like pulling up to a mini Las Vegas.Strings of neon lights,lots of people,restaurants,bars line the outside of it that is because this resort hotel is attached to a massive shopping complex, waterpark, ice rink.It a ... Read review

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Good review...Thanks.J. by headcase44

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Duta Villas Golf Resort, Port Dickson - The worst golf resort I've ever stayed! Don't believe what you see on their website!!! We stayed in the 3-room apartment and we were deeply upset with the cleanliness, value and service of this resort!!! I ... Read review

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The Nearest Seaside Resort to Kuala Lumpur
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PD for a quick getaway
by omega7

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Great ! I enjoyed so much staying at SepiloK Nature Resort, www.sepilok.com. Highlighs : night walk safari, easy access to see orang utan, serenity of the jungle, great service and comfort!

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Become mesmerized by the Wild Man of Borneo
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Sepilok, a dream come true
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Advantages: Nice seaside at East Malaysia
Disadvantages: Raining season is no good at all

I booked the Magellan Sutera Harbour and paid for 12 nights for about £1200 for my friends during Feb 2008. The first day my friends arrived there at the hotel, it was just raining for the whole day and nothing they can do in the hotel. Food and everyt ... Read review

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Sounds bad x by x-stcy-x

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The Perfect Pacific Sutera
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Advantages: Good cheap hotel and excellent location
Disadvantages: Busy - but very popular

It was a very good place to stay - it was a cheap hotel with a convenient location. The prices where very good and the staff friendly. When traveling in Malacca its important to make sure you are not too in the centre of town because traffic is very ba ... Read review

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Welcome to Ciao. A good start but if you feel you would like to add or expand on the details in the review at any time in the future you can do this by pressing the edit link in the centre at the top of your review as you read it. . Fionaxx by COOOEEE

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Advantages: Beautiful beaches. Great shops at night great fun, forests too
Disadvantages: hot/humid/polluted

Kuala Lumpur the capital of Malaysia is great for all tourists, in this very hot climate there are excellent hotels. There are great shops and things are very cheap, technology is pretty good too. Strange things were seen when exploring Malaysia, shops ... Read review

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Good review by oldwasp

have heard from my dad that it's really nice in Malaysia,should find out someday by myself. Thanks for great review.! by minhhon

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malysia
by Al

Value for Money
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My love for you
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Advantages: Beautiful photos and memories
Disadvantages: You will be very tired the next day

I went to Malaysia last summer and spent about 2 1/2 weeks in Sabah. We did lots of great thing while we were there including; Jungle Treking; White Water Rafting; watching Orangutans. But the thing I most enjoyed about Malaysia was my trip up to the to ... Read review

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nice review ;) by shaaza

very well written review. ♥Beth. by Miskah

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Borneo, Borneo, Wherefore Art Thou, Borneo
by AndrewPo

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Pulau kapas is ok , from 5 rating i give it 3 1/2 star, the accomodation at makcik gemuk chalet at pulau kapas however was bad, the service is poor and lots of mosquitos, the price is extremely expensive for a non star chalet. the chalet is small, the toi ... Read review

Advantages: Facilities, Food, Price, Activities (white water rafting, Scuba diving, Orangutangs etc), Kids Clubs
Disadvantages: Wanted to stay longer!

Shangri-la when translated means a paradise world and the hotel certainly exeeds these expectations. The hotel is situated on the coast in Sabah, pefrect for people wanting luxury but a rainforest experience. The hotels staff are extremely friendly and ... Read review

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sorry for the low rating but this review is crying out for loads and loads more information. Have a look around at similar reviews to see what is required and if you update, please do not hesitate to drop me a line in my guestbook and i will happily come back and re-rate :o) by TheHairyGodmother

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I wish we had stayed longer!!!
by honey000

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