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Batik Air Launches New Routes to Sandakan and Miri: Your Gateway to Borneo Adventures

Exciting news for travellers! Batik Air is launching direct flights to Sandakan and Miri, making it easier than ever to explore Borneo’s top destinations. Starting 1 December 2024 for the Sandakan route and 14 January 2025 for the Miri route, fares for these new routes start from just RM159 one-way. 

• By Emily Mary Chin In Destinations, News, Travels

Hot FM’s Bekpes Hot Crew Breaks Record on Mount Kinabalu, Sponsored by Amazing Borneo

Hot FM’s Bekpes Hot crew – Johan, AG, Fara Fauzana, and Khairy Jamaluddin (KJ) – have successfully set a Malaysia Book of Records title for the Longest Non-Stop Radio Broadcast While Climbing Mount Kinabalu. Their historic achievement on November 15, 2024, Tawan Puncak Kinabalu, was made possible by the seamless planning, expertise, and 24/7 support provided by Amazing Borneo, Sabah’s leading tour operator and strategic partner of this monumental event.

• By Emily Mary Chin In Destinations, Foods & Cuisines, News, Travels, Official Events, Culture

Join Hot FM’s Bekpes Hot Crew and Khairy Jamaluddin on Their Record-Setting Mount Kinabalu Climb, Sponsored by Amazing Borneo

From 13th to 15th November 2024, adventure and broadcast history combine as Hot FM’s Bekpes Hot crew – Johan, AG, Fara Fauzana, and Khairy Jamaluddin (KJ), former Health Minister and beloved figure in Malaysian politics – attempt to set a new Malaysia Book of Records title for the Longest Non-Stop Radio Broadcast While Climbing Mount Kinabalu. In partnership with Amazing Borneo, Sabah’s premier land tour operator, this ambitious mission, Tawan Puncak Kinabalu, will bring audiences closer to the action, inspiring Malaysians nationwide.

• By Emily Mary Chin In Destinations, Social, News, Official Events

SK Kundasang’s Kinabalu UNESCO Global Geopark Camp 2024: A Transformative Experience of Nature and Leadership

Held from 11th to 13th October at the Monggis Sub-Station within the stunning Kinabalu Geopark, the SK Kundasang Kinabalu UNESCO Global Geopark Camp 2024 brought together students from five distinct youth organisations for a unique experience focused on environmental education, leadership development, and team-building activities

• By Emily Mary Chin In Destinations, Social, Official Events

Safrey Sumping Secures Second Place at the 2024 Mount Kinabalu Climbathon

• By Emily Mary Chin In Destinations, Social, News, Travels, Official Events

Exploring Traditional Borneo Cuisine: Health Benefits and Local Brands

• By Emily Mary Chin In Social, Foods & Cuisines, Culture