Vacation 1– Malaysian Borneo

[Photo provided to China Daily]

Just three hours from Hong Kong, Borneo is the third-largest island in the world and the second-largest island in Asia, geographically allied to Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei. Malaysian Borneo covers the two northern states: Sabah and Sarawak.

World's Oldest Tropical Rainforests

Exploring the species-rich equatorial rainforests, home to endangered wildlife including the critically endangered Bornean orangutan, is a must. The best areas of the rainforests are incorporated into national parks, with the two most popular (both UNESCO World Heritage Sites) being Gunung Mulu National Park in Sarawak and Kinabalu Park in Sabah.

[Photo provided to China Daily]

Luxurious Beaches

A deluxe destination for five-star-resort lovers and great for various water sports, recommended spots include Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort & Spa and Gaya Island Resort. Built based on the trading ships of the 19th century, the majestic schooner Raja Laut also provides luxury vessel and yacht cruises to the South China Sea and the Indian Ocean.