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Tawau, unlock the tropical journey in Malaysia.

1. Preparations 1. Documents: Check your passport, visa, and other related documents carefully to ensure they are valid. 2. Clothing: Prepare breathable summer clothes, sun-protective clothing, swimsuits, and a thin coat for temperature changes. 3. Sunscreen: High SPF sunscreen, cool sunglasses, and a stylish sun hat are necessary. 4. Medicine: Prepare common medicines such as cold medicine, stomach medicine, and mosquito repellent to ensure a smooth journey. 2. Transportation 1. Plane: You can take a plane from Malaysia or other countries to Tawau Airport. 2. Local transportation: Tawau has convenient transportation. You can take a taxi, bus, or rent a motorcycle. 3. Recommended attractions 1. Semporna: Not far from Tawau, Semporna has fascinating island scenery. Sipadan, Kapalai, and Mabul Island are like dreamlands and are great places for diving enthusiasts. 2. Tawau Hills Park: Here, you can enjoy the lush tropical rainforest landscape, magnificent waterfalls, and rare wild animals. 3. Tawau Central Market: Experience the local life, buy special souvenirs, and fresh and delicious fruits and seafood. 4. Recommended food 1. Seafood: Tawau is close to the sea, and the seafood is diverse and very fresh. Crabs, shrimps, and fish are delicious and cannot be missed. The local seafood restaurants are worth a visit. 2. Malaysian cakes: The colorful and unique cakes are one of the representative local snacks. 3. Satay: Traditional Malaysian food. The barbecue with special satay sauce has a rich and mellow taste. 5. Accommodation suggestions 1. Semporna Resort: If you plan to dive, choose a resort to enjoy the beautiful sea view and complete facilities. 2. Tawau City Hotel: Convenient transportation and relatively affordable prices, suitable for travelers with a limited budget. 6. Precautions 1. Respect the local religion and cultural customs, and strictly abide by the relevant regulations when entering mosques and other religious places. 2. Always take sun protection and mosquito prevention measures to take care of your skin. 3. When participating in diving and other water activities, be sure to follow the coach's instructions to ensure your safety.
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Posted: Oct 2, 2024
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