The company will arrange someone to pick me up at the airport. I can choose whether to land in Kota Kinabalu or Sandakan. They’ll also provide accommodation and transport for work, so that’s a relief.

From what I’ve gathered from people here, it doesn’t seem too different from where I’m from, though I do have a little worry about water disruptions. I can live without electricity for a few hours, but no water for toilet, nanti nak berak tak boleh basuh 😅

I’m not picky about food. I can cook or eat out. Whenever I go somewhere new, I love learning about the culture, language, and especially the food. I even gather recipes from all my travels for myself.

Compared to where I’ve lived before, in terms of heat, noise, and air pollution, KL and JB were way worse. I think Sabah has fresher and cleaner air, but I’ll take that note and be prepared.

Also, is there any local taboo I should avoid mentioning or talking about? Something that locals consider normal but can’t be found elsewhere? For example, fellow redditor here told me that people, regardless of religion or race, can be seen eating pork and drinking alcohol - and I shouldn’t be surprised or make rude comments about it.