Kota Kinabalu!

The last time my family and I had a vacation in K.K. (or Kota Kinabalu) was about 15 years ago. A lot must've changed by now. We went to see Mt. Kinabalu - we just stayed at the foot of the mountain though, and I remember we also went island hopping. What we did was we rented a speed boat with a driver of course, and that took us to 5 different islands. Shopping was also great because there was a lot of bargain stuff all over town.

I went there last year. It's only a short trip so we didn't manage to cover lots of place. I don't know what your itinerary so here's a few to add if you don't add them yet 1) We stayed at King Park Hotel so places like KK Esplanade, handicraft market, waterfront and more are within walking distances. Actually most of the hotels are close from one to another. So just pick any. 2) If you like culture, Monsopiad Cultural Village is a good choice. The last time I was there, the fee was RM80 per person including transport. It worth the cost. There's only 4 of us but they still give their best. The guide from the village offered to send us to Lok Kawi Wildlife Park and send us back to the hotel for a decent price. 3) Lots of seafood restaurant around the area, just pick any. But since my friend don't really like seafood, I settled for the ones at the market near handicraft market. 4) We visited Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park on the last day. It consists of 4 islands. You can either get a boat from Jessleton Point or at the old jetty which operated by locals. RM10 entry for all island. I don't know the boat ride cost as my friend from Sabah paid the whole journey. Cheers~~~