Kota Kinabalu or KK as it’s locally known, the capital of Sabah, is located in the northern part of Borneo in east Malaysia. A vibrant hub and melting pot of cultures, Kota Kinabalu, as the entrance to Sabah, is the portal to vast ecological, cultural and marine treasures.

Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Malaysia’s second busiest airport, has direct air links with Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Seoul, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Guangzhou, Macau, Manila, Brunei and various smaller regional, national and local airports, making it easy to fly into KK from virtually anywhere.

Kota Kinabalu is a young city, having only achieved city-status as recently as 2000, yet it’s fast growing and shaping up to become a tourism destination of note. Heading Sabah’s drive as the regions premier eco-destination, KK offers accommodation, activities and cultural experiences, which highlight these treasures.

Accommodation options in Kota Kinabalu range from top end 5-star beach resorts, through the range of stars right down to budget, backpacker accommodation and even home-stays, a great way to experience the local way of life.

When it comes to shopping, although KK is still a step behind big boys like Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok, a barrage of upcoming shopping centres will ensure that Kota Kinabalu has a vast variety of choices for those who like to go home with full shopping bags from their holiday.

Borneo’s biggest lifestyle mall is coming soon in the shape of 1Borneo, located about 20 minutes from the town centre, it promises a wealth of shopping, entertainment and lifestyle outlets. Closer to the centre of Kota Kinabalu, KK Times Square is on the verge of opening their office block, which precedes the planned shopping centre. Around Kota Kinabalu, at least 4 other shopping centres are in various stages of construction and teases the visitor with what lies in wait

Kota Kinabalu has more activities than most manage in one holiday. From adrenaline packed activities including scaling Mt. Kinabalu, water sports, helicopter flips or a crazy activity at KK Adventure Park, to the tranquility and awe that can only be found when diving some of the world best dive sites. KK itself is blessed with 5 tropical islands just offshore in the nearby marine park, giving a soft introduction to the marine riches with which the rest of the area is blessed.

As a prime tourist destination, Kota Kinabalu easily stands on its own, and it’s little wonder that people are choosing KK as an alternative to long-time favourites and competitors Bali and Phuket.

If you’re looking for a beach holiday, a Borneo holiday, an island holiday, or a holiday to immerse yourself in the treasures of nature with, then you need look no further than Kota Kinabalu.