10 Green Travel Tips

Posted March 12th, 2010

In support of Earth Day and Earth Hour, here are 10 Green travel tips. Earth Day is on 27th March 2010, from 8.30pm to 9.30pm (local time). Here are 10 simple green travel tips, which lets you enjoy your vacation while still contribute to going green.

Earth Hour For Malaysia

Posted March 9th, 2010

The response for Earth Hour in 2009 was tremendous! Let us show our support again this year. One hour may not be much but every little bit, every little action counts for something. Nature is our most valuable treasure.

Fresh Seafood At Gayang Seafood Restaurant

Posted February 18th, 2010

Anybody who has been to Sabah will know that we have a great variety of fresh seafood here. If you have missed out on the seafood, you have missed out on part of the Sabah experience. We don’t have much fancy seafood recipes, just simple flavors and fresh seafood.

Chinese New Year Around Sabah

Posted February 16th, 2010

Chinese New Year in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah is about celebrating traditions, shopping for clothes, eating good food, spending quality time for the family, relatives staying with us, hanging out with friends, open houses, lion dances, kids having fun, drinking lots of beer, and giving out ang pows to the children.

Chinese New Year In Sabah

Posted February 15th, 2010

A quarter of the world’s population celebrated Chinese New Year on 14th February 2010, and at least another quarter of the world’s population celebrated Valentine’s Day. With half of the world’s population celebrating, the 14th was a very good day.

Kinabalu National Park

Posted January 26th, 2010

Accommodations are available within the Park, or you could try the motels along the main road. Most are within easy walking distance, comes with hot showers and a restaurant.

G-Mart Tuaran 1st Anniversary

Posted January 24th, 2010

On the 22nd of January 2010, G-Mart Tuaran celebrated its 1st Anniversary. G-Mart Tuaran is a general merchandise store, focusing on fresh perishables and being a local neighborhood store.

G-Mart Kota Belud

Posted January 16th, 2010

It has been raining non-stop for three days and nights now. Seriously. Every time it looks like it is going to stop, it starts raining again. It is not just in Kota Kinabalu, but all the way to Ranau and Sipitang.

Top 5 Hotels In Kota Kinabalu

Posted January 9th, 2010

Here is my pick for the Top 5 hotels in Kota Kinabalu city. My selection is based on hotels being located within Kota Kinabalu city.

1 Borneo Christmas 2009

Posted January 1st, 2010

You can get Free Parking if you spend RM50 in Giant, 1 Borneo. Just remember to bring the parking ticket and hand it to the cashier when you pay for your purchase. Make sure you get the ticket back. You will need it to exit the car park.

City Mall Kota Kinabalu

Posted December 19th, 2009

Shopping and eating has always been the favorite past-time of the people of Sabah. While there are not very many branded retail outlets in City Mall, there are plenty to places to eat.

Christmas In Our Hearts

Posted December 14th, 2009

Christmas In Our Hearts by Adrian Lee
Words cannot express the meaning of Christmas,
Often Christmas begins with a subtle change in your heart.

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

Posted December 13th, 2009

The newest shopping mall in Kota Kinabalu opened its door early this month, my angelic daughter was so excited to be at a new shopping mall, she had a little dance in front of the mall entrance.

Tawau, East Coast Of Sabah

Posted December 6th, 2009

The people of Tawau have an easy going altitude towards life in general. Once you have made a friend, you will always be friends. Even if you don’t see them in years.

Amber Chia Supermodel

Posted December 5th, 2009

She is hot. She is beautiful. She is Malaysia’s Supermodel. This is the most famous person from Sabah that I can name.

G-Mart Beaufort

Posted November 29th, 2009

G-Mart opened its doors in Beaufort on April 2009. I went to Beaufort in June and July of this year, when the company asked me to oversee the installation of our database system.

Malaysia Mega Sales

Posted November 28th, 2009

The Malaysia Mega Sales is back. From 26th November to 3rd January 2010. Also referred to as the Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival.

News Articles About Sabah

Posted November 25th, 2009

I only managed to look at today’s newspapers at 9.00pm. Thought I would just share some news with you. Here are some of the articles published in today’s edition of the Daily Express, an independent newspaper in East Malaysia.

Sabah Tourism Awards 2009

Posted November 22nd, 2009

The Sabah Tourism Awards was introduced to celebrate the tourism industries achievements and to acknowledge their commitment to excellence.

Headhunters At Mari Mari

Posted November 19th, 2009

When one hears of Borneo, the image of headhunters come to mind. An experienced warrior has tattoos on his body, and headhunters have a unique tattoo.

We Support Fight For Preemies

Posted November 13th, 2009

Even The Tiniest Voices Need A Champion. Until we have more answers, anybody’s baby, could be born too soon. November 17 is dedicated to raising awareness of the crisis of premature birth.

The Crown Borneo Hotel

Posted November 7th, 2009

The Crown Borneo is the newest hotel in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. It is located in the centre of Tanjung Aru town just minutes away from Kota Kinabalu city.

Scuba Diving In November

Posted November 4th, 2009

Borneo Dreams are running scuba diving promotions for local divers to enjoy more scuba diving this November.

The Fresh Seafood Is Found At Salut Restaurant

Posted October 30th, 2009

The freshest seafood in Kota Kinabalu is in Salut Seafood Restaurant. Any fresher and you would have to catch it yourself.

Proboscis Monkey In Klias Wetlands

Posted October 28th, 2009

A visit to the Klias Wetlands, near the town of Beaufort, about 100 kilometers south of Kota Kinabalu, is the perfect choice for a day out in Sabah.

Hottest Chilli Sauce In Sabah

Posted October 25th, 2009

I happen to know where to find the hottest chili sauce in Tawau, and I am pretty sure it is the hottest chili sauce available in any coffeeshop in all of Sabah.

Romance In Paradise

Posted October 23rd, 2009

A gorgeous sunset, sand under your feet, the rhythmic song of waves and the perfect woman beside you. A romantic getaway in a tropical island is a timeless experience.

Imperial International Kota Kinabalu

Posted October 21st, 2009

This is the Imperial International hotel in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. Located in the one of the hottest place in Kota Kinabalu city. It is connected to Warisan Square, a shopping complex that focuses on branded wear, and international restaurant franchises, everything from drinks to food. In front of the hotel is Centrepoint Shopping Complex, the [...]

From Tawau Airport To Town

Posted October 11th, 2009

Getting from Tawau Airport to Tawau Town is no hassle at all. Even if you hired a rental car, as there is only one highway leading to town. When you leave Tawau airport, turn right as you enter the main highway, continue on it for 20 minutes and it will lead you to town. If [...]

Mooncake Festival In Sabah

Posted October 9th, 2009

In Sabah, many Chinese celebrate the Mooncake Festival, also known as the Lantern Festival. as the name suggests, this festival involves eating mooncakes and kids playing with lanterns. This festival is also, and correctly called the Mid-Autumn Festival. Celebrated when the moon is at its fullest, on the 15th day of the 8th month in [...]

New York New York

Posted September 27th, 2009

New York New York, is an all-American food restaurant and has its first outlet in Malaysia on the ground floor of 1 Borneo Hypermall.
The first impression when entering the restaurant is of course the big Statue of Liberty painted on its wall at the entrance. Service-wise was alright, I should say 6.5 out of [...]

Home’s Cafe And Restaurant

Posted September 25th, 2009

Looking for a place to have lunch while shopping in 1 Borneo, Kota Kinabalu? You might drop in to Home’s Cafe and Restaurant, located in 1 Borneo hypermall, at the lower ground floor. They serve local favorites like, fried noodles (in a variety of styles), rice with stir-fried vegetables, sweet and sour chicken, local Chinese [...]

Grand Borneo Hotel

Posted September 23rd, 2009

The Grand Borneo Hotel made its debut in May 2009. This is a 325 rooms, 4 star hotel located in 1 Borneo hypermall, Sabah. Guests staying at the Grand Borneo Hotel has direct access to restaurants, entertainment and shopping in 1 Borneo hyeprmall. Chic and urban design, 4 star deluxe at the hottest location in [...]

Where To Stay In Tawau

Posted September 15th, 2009

This is a review of which are the best hotels to stay in Tawau. On my recent visit to Tawau, Sabah in early September of this year, I stayed in MB Hotel. Located in the middle of Tawau city, everything is within walking distance from the hotel. MB Hotel is one of the new hotels [...]

Flying With Malaysia Airlines

Posted September 12th, 2009

The renovation of Kota Kinabalu International Airport, otherwise known as KKIA, has been completed for a few months now. Phase One is done, with Phase Two still in the works. I took a flight to Tawau with my family for a recent wedding. Normally, we would fly Air Asia, which operates out of Terminal 2. [...]

Klias River Cruise

Posted September 7th, 2009

Sabah is rich with eco-treasures, from mountain ranges to amazing diving spots, tropical islands and unique wildlife. Orang utans, Mount Kinabalu, Sipadan, Rafflesia flower, and Prosboscis monkeys. All of these are easily accessible, only hours away. But it is best to spend a few days to really experience Sabah’s natural wonders.
There is nothing quite like [...]

Dive For Earth Day Photos

Posted September 4th, 2009

A few weeks back, I did a post called “Dive For Earth Day”. This was an event organized by Borneo Dream in support of Project AWARE. Project AWARE is about getting divers and people aware about the importance and responsibility of preserving the aquatic environment and its resources.
Dive For Earth Day
Dive For Earth Day was [...]

Green Initiatives In Resorts

Posted September 2nd, 2009

Many of our visitors to Sabah come to see our natural heritages, trek in our lush green jungles, unpolluted islands and beaches, dive in our clear waters, and visit the man of the jungle, the orang utans. Eco-tourism and international visitors bring in hard currency to the country, impressions plays an important role when they [...]

Malaysia 52th National Day

Posted August 31st, 2009

31st August 2009 marks Malaysia’s 52th year of Independence. National Day is celebrated in the form of the National Day Parade in Kota Kinabalu city. This year’s National Day falls during the month of Ramadan, the Muslim’s fasting month. The National Day parade must be hard on its participants, it being a very hot and [...]

Happy Birthday My Love

Posted August 28th, 2009

To my beautiful wife, who chose to share her life with me. I love you more than words can say. And though I don’t always show it, you give my life meaning.
When I was still single, I used to think that the words “together” and “forever” should never be used in the same sentence. I [...]

Fishing In Sabah Waters

Posted August 21st, 2009

Ask any angler, there is something magical about landing a big fish. Mention fishing and watch their eyes light up, their hand motions become expansive. It is always difficult for those who do not fish to understand, including their wives. Going out to sea isn’t exactly a joy-ride, and you don’t always travel in style. [...]

Rasa Ria Resort Tuaran

Posted August 16th, 2009

Sometimes you can tell how comfortable your stay will be the moment you set foot in a resort. I have been to Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort in Tuaran a few times now, and I always feel relaxed the moment I enter the lobby. It is beautiful, peaceful, clean and feels cool, even when the weather [...]

Influenza A Situation In Sabah

Posted July 29th, 2009

The Influenza A virus, also known as H1N1 or swine flu, has infected almost 160,000 people world wide. Close to 1,000 deaths has been recorded, including 3 fatalities in Malaysia and 5 in Singapore. While many schools in the country has closed due to the Influenza A pandemic, including schools in Sabah, the actual mortality [...]

Welcome To Labuan

Posted July 1st, 2009

Labuan is an island off the shore of Sabah, a duty-free port and an international offshore financial centre. Labuan town, formerly known as Victoria, is primarily a port and a free trade zone. Malaysia Tourism bills Labuan as the Garden Island Of Borneo. Not sure how that came about. What I do know is Labuan [...]

G-Mart Inanam Opening

Posted June 7th, 2009

The Opening of our G-Mart store at Inanam on 29th May 2009 also marked the opening of our flagship store. This is the result of 5 months of planning and operations that got us to this point. With the opening of our flagship store in Inanam, we now have 6 G-Mart stores in Sabah. These [...]

Taragang Rasuk by Atama

Posted May 29th, 2009

Kotobian Tadau Tagazo Do Kaamatan

I heard this song for the first time yesterday while I was in G-Mart Tuaran. The DJ was playing it, and it is a modern version of a traditional Kadazan song. This is a mix of traditional and hip-hop rap music. So, I just had to ask the DJ what the [...]

Coffee News Malaysia

Posted May 18th, 2009

On a visit to the food court located in Giant Hypermarket, Kolombong, ….. actually that should read on a recent visit to the playground located in Giant Hypermarket, I came across an interesting publication. I wouldn’t have seen it at all, except my angel girl was being her usual hyper-active self in the playground. I [...]

Mataking Island Scuba Diving Vacations

Posted May 6th, 2009

An absolutely idyllic Borneo Island Resort in Sabah
For those looking for scuba diving vacations, don’t make your travel plans before taking a look at Mataking Island in Sabah. On Mataking Island, you can indulge in being a beach bum or spend your days scuba diving. I have found the perfect island getaway, located in a [...]

Dive For Earth Day

Posted April 19th, 2009

It is great to see so many people in Sabah are aware of Earth Day, 22nd April 2009. It just goes to show that people really care. They may not do much about it, or maybe they don’t know what they can do to make a difference. But they do care! All they need is [...]

Chinese Restaurants in 1 Borneo

Posted April 14th, 2009

If you are in 1 Borneo, I suggest you try the roasted pork or roasted pork ribs at Hong Kong Recipe restaurant. We went to 1 Borneo lifestyle mall in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, on Good Friday. I managed to get some time off from work to spend with my family. 1 Borneo is my [...]