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Petagas War Memorial Garden

Petagas War Memorial and the encompassing patio nursery were worked to respect nearby legends who relinquished their life to guard Sabah amid the Japanese occupation in World War II. The Memorial is based on the area where individuals and sympathizers from ‘The Kinabalu Guerrillas’ were executed ruthlessly on January 21st, 1944. The Kinabalu Guerrillas is a gathering of neighborhood saints who dispatch an amazement assault on the Japanese Police Station and Military Police Headquarters in Jesselton(now Kota Kinabalu) in September 1943 to keep the constrained recruit of around 2000 North Borneo young people into the Japanese armed force bleeding edge guard. The amazement assault by the, for the most part, blade outfitted men was driven by its Commander-in-Chief, Albert Kwok. In this assault, they figured out how to slaughter around 60 Japanese fighters and all the more essentially, the assault figured out how to wreck the Japanese enrollment arrangement.

The Japanese armed force later dispatches an operation called ‘suci-piring’ subsequent to accepting fortification from Kuching, Sarawak with the intend to catch every one of the individuals who were included in the assault against them in Jesselton. Individuals from the Kinabalu Guerillas were compelled to withdraw to Menggatal town in the wake of agony overwhelming setback because of the absence of supplies and bolster and inside of two months, they are compelled to surrender to the Japanese armed force debilitate to kill pure neighborhood ladies and offspring of the encompassing towns. Of the 300 caught, 176 detainees were either tormented and slaughtered while still at the ‘Batu Tiga’ jail or were later executed severely in Petagas on the 21st January 1944. The rest of guerillas were sentenced to jail in Labuan and of this, 117 died because of torment and starvation.

The Petagas War Memorial and the encompassing greenery enclosure has been made into a typical graveyard for the individuals who have been executed in Petagas and incorporate the remaining parts of the individuals who are killed in Labuan which has been taken back to this spot. Toward the end of the patio nursery, there is a remembrance square containing the names of each one of the individuals who have battled and kicked the bucket in the uprising against the Japanese Imperial Army. Consistently on the 21st January, an official dedication function to respect and regard the penance by the individuals and sympathizers of the Kinabalu Guerillas who lost their life while battling the Japanese Army will be held here.

Getting There
Petagas War Memorial Garden is located at the opposite of the Kota Kinabalu International Airport about 8 km from the city center. The journey to the memorial park by taxi or bus from the city center of Kota Kinabalu will take about 15-20 minutes.

Bus Service between Kota Kinabalu and KKIA Airports (Terminal 1)

FROM KKIA TO KOTA KINABALU CITY
One of the problems that tourist always face when they arrived in any place that they come to visit is to find the transportation to the nearest town. Well, worry no more. This time, you can get a little bit of information about the transportation to Kota Kinabalu City if you are landing in KKIA 1.

Terminal 1 is Kota Kinabalu International Airport’s main terminal and is divided into 3 levels, and is now used by all airlines, including AirAsia(which was transferred from Terminal 2 since 1st December 2015)

Level 1 for arrivals, Level 2 for mainly airline offices and within-Sabah departures, and Level 3 for International and Sarawak / West Malaysia departures.

Taxis and the relatively new Airport Bus (which will cost you RM5 to town) is the choice of transport from Terminal 1 (both can be used for transfers between terminals as well)
The standard rate for the taxi fees from KKIA to the town is RM30(up to 4 people) But before that you need to buy a coupon from the kiosk that is located on Level 1, next to Arrival Hall 2.

If you want, you can go to the town with cheaper fees by using the mini bus and it will only cost you around RM1.50. But somehow, you have to walk around 500 metres to reach the main road. Just cut straight through the parking lot and follow the path to the main road. But please stay off the grass as it is soggy. Don’t cross the road, try to flag any bus as all of them heading to town. But if you come with a lot of luggage, it might be a problem but you up for doing this it won’t be a problem.

 

KOTA KINABALU CITY TO AIRPORT
Due to demand by tourists, now Kota Kinabalu city (KK) has regular shuttle sending passengers back and forth KKIA (Kota Kinabalu International Airport) every day.

You can get the ticket for the from the counter that is located in Padang Merdeka(or Merdeka Field in English). try to find a small hut with the sign “Bas Airport” which means Airport Bus.
The bus ticket costs RM5.00 (≈USD$1.50) for each Adult, RM3.00 (≈USD$0.90) for Child (below 12).

Departure Time

The shuttle service is available from 7:30am to 8:30pm daily. Below is the schedule of Airport Bus.
(Note: KK = Kota Kinabalu City, KKIA = Kota Kinabalu International Airport)

KKIA → KK KK → KKIA
08:00 07:30
08:45 08:45
09:30 09:30
10:15 10:15
11:00 11:00
11:45 11:45
12:30 12:30
13:15 13:15
14:00 14:00
14:45 14:45
15:30 15:30
16:15 16:15
17:00 17:00
17:45 17:45
18:30 18:30
19:15 19:15
20:00
20:30

 

The journey from Kota Kinabalu to airport will take around 25 to 40 minutes depend with the traffic at that time. But if you are in the hurry, it is better if you take the taxi instead.

Sabah Miracles

4 days 3 nights Sabah Miracles

Day 1 (L & D)
Meet and greet services at KKIA and proceed for Kinabalu City Tour with lunch at the local restaurant (Pass by State Mosque, stopover at Sabah Museum & Poh Toh Tse Temple, pass by Tun Mustapha Tower & City Mosque). Then, check in at the Selected Hotel. Evening, transfer to the local restaurant for dinner with Sabah Cultural Show. Overnight at the Selected Hotel.

Day 2 (B, L & D)
Breakfast at the hotel. 0930hrs pick up from the hotel and proceed for sightseeing drive through scenic mountainous countryside. As you arrive, check in at the mountain lodge and lunch. Then, proceed for about one hour drive to Poring Hot Springs. Upon arrival, a must visit is the Treetop Canopy Walkway which 20 minutes hike is needed. Experience the height of 41 metres above the ground and length of 170 metres. Or you may just take a dip in the open air Japanese styled bathtub which the hot sulphuric water is believed to have curative powers. Late afternoon, return to the lodge. Free at leisure until dinner at the same lodge. Overnight at the mountain lodge.

NOTES:
1. All the entrances of the visited places are subject to business hours.
2. Things suggested to bring are proper hiking shoes, insect repellent, swimming attire, towel, extra clothes for change, raincoat, warm jacket, windbreaker, personal toiletries etc.

Day 3 (B, L & D)
Breakfast at the lodge. Proceed to Kinabalu National Park, Malaysia’s First World Heritage Site. As you arrive, follow the Park Naturalists as they take you on a guided trail walks and point out the various wonders. Visit the Mountain Garden where most of the flora from all over the park has been replanted. Lunch at the local restaurant before your transfer back to Kota Kinabalu Hotel for check in. Evening, dinner at the local restaurant. Overnight at the Selected Hotel.

Day 4 (B & L)
Breakfast at the hotel. 0830hrs pick up from the hotel and transfer to the jetty for about 15 minutes boat ride to Manukan Island. You may go for swimming, snorkeling or just sun-bathing along the beach as well as enjoy the water sports activities at your own expenses. Afternoon, transfer to Sapi Island and a sumptuous BBQ Lunch is served. Free at leisure. Return to mainland in the late afternoon. Then, transfer to KKIA for flight home.

NOTE: Things suggested to bring are sun block / tan lotion, swimming attire, towel, extra clothes for change, personal toiletries etc.

PACKAGE INCLUSIVE OF:

  • 2 nights stay at the Selected Hotel.
  • 1 night stay at the Kinabalu Rose Cabin.
  • Tours & Meals as stated.
  • All land and sea transfers as stated.
  • All entrance fees where applicable.
  • English Speaking Guide
  • Tipping
  • Travel insurance

PACKAGE EXCLUDE:

Expenditure of a personal nature, such as drinks, Souvenirs ,telephone calls, laundry

Tour operated by
Honey Vacation Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd
Suite 762, Level 7, Block A1, Leisure Commerce Square,
Jalan PJS 8/9, 46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
Tel: +603 7877 1422

booking

Amazing Sabah

4 days 3 nights Amazing Sabah

Day 1 (L & D)
Meet and greet services at KKIA and proceed for Kinabalu City Tour with lunch at the local restaurant (Pass by State Mosque, stopover at
Sabah Museum & Poh Toh Tse Temple, pass by Tun Mustapha Tower & City Mosque). Then, check in at the Selected Hotel. Evening,
transfer to the local restaurant for dinner with Sabah Cultural Show. Overnight at the Selected Hotel.

Day 2 (B, L & D)
Breakfast at the hotel. 0930hrs pick up from the hotel and proceed for a sightseeing drive through scenic mountainous countryside. As you
arrive, check in at the mountain lodge and lunch. Then, proceed for about one hour drive to Poring Hot Springs. Upon arrival, a must visit
is the Treetop Canopy Walkway which 20 minutes hike is needed. Experience the height of 41 metres above the ground and length of 170
metres. Or you may just take a dip in the open air Japanese styled bathtub which the hot sulphuric water is believed to have curative
powers. Late afternoon, return to the lodge. Free at leisure until dinner at the same lodge. Overnight at the mountain lodge.

NOTES:
1. All the entrances of the visited places are subject to business hours.
2. Things suggested to bring are proper hiking shoes, insect repellent, swimming attire, towel, extra clothes for change, raincoat, warm jacket, windbreaker, personal toiletries etc.

Day 3 (B, L & D)
Breakfast at the lodge. Proceed to Kinabalu National Park, Malaysia’s First World Heritage Site. As you arrive, follow the Park Naturalists
as they will take you on a guided trail walks and point out the various wonders. Visit the Mountain Garden where most of the flora from all
over the park has been replanted. Lunch at the local restaurant before your transfer back to Kota Kinabalu for check in at the Selected
Hotel. Evening, dinner at the local restaurant. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 4 (B)
Breakfast at the hotel. Free at leisure till departure to KKIA for flight home.

PACKAGE INCLUSIVE OF:

  • 2 nights stay at the Selected Hotel.
  • 1 night stay at the Kinabalu Rose Cabin.
  • Tours & Meals as stated.
  • All land transfers as stated.
  • All entrance fees where applicable.
  • English Speaking Guide
  • Tipping
  • Travel insurance

PACKAGE EXCLUDE:

Expenditure of a personal nature, such as drinks, Souvenirs ,telephone calls, laundry

Tour operated by
Honey Vacation Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd
Suite 762, Level 7, Block A1, Leisure Commerce Square,
Jalan PJS 8/9, 46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
Tel: +603 7877 1422

booking

Extraordinary Sabah

3 Days 2 Nights Extraordinary Sabah

DAY 1 KOTA KINABALU – ARRIVAL (L/D)
Meet and greet services at KKIA and proceed for Kota Kinabalu City Tour with lunch at the hotel restaurant ( Pass by State Mosque, stopover at Sabah Museum & Poh Toh Tse Temple, pass by Tun Mustapha Tower & City Mosque ). Then, check-in at the Selected Hotel. Evening, transfer to the local restaurant for dinner with Sabah Cultural Show. Overnight at the Selected Hotel.

DAY 2 PORING HOT SPRINGS – KOTA KINABALU NATIONAL PARK (B/L/D)
Breakfast at the hotel. 0730hrs pick up from the hotel and proceed for about 3 hours drive to Poring Hot Spring through scenic mountainous countryside. Upon arrival, a must visit is the Treetop Canopy Walkway which 20 minutes hike is needed. Experience the height of 41 meters above the ground and length of 170 meters. Or you may just take a dip in the open air Japanese styled bathtub which the hot sulphuric water is believed to have curative powers. Lunch at the local restaurant. Then, continue journey to Kinabalu National Park, Malaysia’s First World Heritage Site for a visit to the Mountain Garden and Exhibition Hall. Return to the hotel in the evening. Dinner at the local restaurant. Overnight at the Selected Hotel.

NOTES:

1. All the entrances of the visited places are subject to business hours.
2. Things suggested to bring are proper hiking shoes, insect repellent, swimming attire, towel, extra clothes for change, raincoat, warm jacket, windbreaker, personal toiletries etc.

DAY 3 (B)
Breakfast at the hotel. Free at leisure till departure to KKIA for flight home.

PACKAGE INCLUSIVE OF:

  • 2 nights stay at the Selected Hotel.
  • Tours & Meals as stated.
  • All land transfers as stated.
  • All entrance fees where applicable.
  • English Speaking Guide
  • Tipping
  • Travel insurance

PACKAGE EXCLUDE:

Expenditure of a personal nature, such as drinks, Souvenirs ,telephone calls, laundry

Tour operated by
Honey Vacation Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd
Suite 762, Level 7, Block A1, Leisure Commerce Square,
Jalan PJS 8/9, 46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
Tel: +603 7877 1422

booking

SABAH PARADISE

3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS SABAH PARADISE

Day 1 (L & D)

Meet and greet services at KKIA and proceed for Kinabalu City Tour with lunch at the local restaurant (Pass by State Mosque, stopover at Sabah Museum & Poh Toh Tse Temple, pass by Tun Mustapha Tower & City Mosque). Then, check in at the Selected Hotel. Evening, transfer to the local restaurant for dinner with Sabah Cultural Show. Overnight at the Selected Hotel.

Day 2 (B, L & D)

Breakfast at the hotel. 0730hrs pick up from the hotel and proceed for about 3 hours drive to Poring Hot Springs through scenic mountainous countryside. Upon arrival, a must visit is the Treetop Canopy Walkway which 20 minutes hike is needed. Experience the height of 41 metres above the ground and length of 170 metres. Or you may just take a dip in the open air Japanese styled bathtub which the hot sulphuric water is believed to have curative powers. Lunch at the local restaurant. Then, continue journey to Kinabalu National Park, Malaysia’s First World Heritage Site for a visit to the Mountain Garden and Exhibition Hall. Return to the hotel in the evening.

Dinner at the local restaurant. Overnight at the Selected Hotel.

NOTES:
1. All the entrances of the visited places are subject to business hours.
2. Things suggested to bring are proper hiking shoes, insect repellent, swimming attire, towel, extra clothes for change, raincoat, warm jacket, windbreaker, personal toiletries etc.

Day 3 (B & L)

Breakfast at the hotel. 0830hrs pick up from the hotel and transfer to the jetty for about 15 minutes boat ride to Manukan Island. You may go for swimming, snorkeling or just sun-bathing along the beach as well as enjoy the water sports activities at your own expenses. Afternoon, transfer to Sapi Island and a sumptuous BBQ Lunch is served. Free at leisure. Return to mainland in the late afternoon. Then, transfer to KKIA for flight home.

NOTE: Things suggested to bring are sun block / tan lotion, swimming attire, towel, extra clothes for change, personal toiletries etc.

PACKAGE INCLUSIVE OF:
2 nights stay at the Selected Hotel.
Tours & Meals as stated.
All land and sea transfers as stated.
All entrance fees where applicable.
English Speaking Guide
Tipping
Travel insurance

PACKAGE EXCLUDE:
Expenditure of a personal nature, such as drinks,Souvenirs,telephone calls, laundry

Tour operated by
Honey Vacation Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd
Suite 762, Level 7, Block A1, Leisure Commerce Square,
Jalan PJS 8/9, 46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
Tel: +603 7877 1422

booking

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