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Your Safety with Borneo Dream

At BorneoDream we take your safety very seriously; as seriously as we take our own. That’s why this part of the site has advice, downloads and links to help you ensure that you stay safe and well during your visit.

 

Around 3 million tourists visit Sabah every year to experience incredible scenery, diverse ecology and amazing tropical reefs and beaches, and almost all return with memories they will cherish for ever.

 

Generally, the more planning you do, the more likely you are to have a successful holiday, so it’s well worth your while to put in a little effort upfront to ensure your stay is safe and enjoyable.

 

Of course, the best way to avoid disappointment and, more importantly, personal injury, is to book through a reputable supplier with high safety and quality standards. At BorneoDream, for instance, we insist our suppliers meet demanding standards and we visit every supplier periodically to ensure conformance. On this basis we have developed a set of checklists which we use and would like to share with you. But if you don't wish to go into that level of detail then please read the following points which cover the basics..

  • Never do business on the street. Always use formal channels (phone, internet, office)
  • Allow plenty of time to evaluate potential suppliers. Don’t turn up on the day you are planning to undertake a trip and then feel pressured into compromising your standards in order to meet your own deadline
  • Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Responsible operators should welcome enquiries and respond thoroughly and knowledgeably
  • Ask to see appropriate licenses, records and testimonials from satisfied customers. Professional businesses usually display important documentation and will be delighted to show you good customer feedback. If not, the chances are that they don’t have any
  • Use your judgement. The premises, materials and attitudes of staff you speak to all tell you something about the quality of the operation. Keep your eyes and ears open.

And remember, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us by phone, email or fax. Just click on the ‘Contact Us’ link for our email addresses and numbers.

Each of our checklists are linked below but if you would like to download a copy then please click on this link for a small 'pdf' file

 

Research

There really is no substitute for good research. Knowing a little about the climate, culture, acceptable (and unacceptable) behaviour, food, transport and other topics of importance to travellers will help you to manage your expectations and plan well for your stay. The “About Sabah” tab above provides access to a wealth of information on key subjects. Click on “More” for links to other sources . . . . More

 

Preparation

Ensuring you have a detailed schedule of activities and the right resources and equipment will remove potential stress, help you manage your activities smoothly and contribute greatly to your overall enjoyment. Follow the “More” link for some sound advice on preparation. You’ll also find a blank schedule that you can download and complete . . . . More

 

Medical Advice

Sabah is a tropical region and, like in all tropical regions, visitors need protection against potential illness. With adequate inoculation, the risks are very small and should not be a major concern, but it is important to get medical advice and protection before embarking. Guidance on health changes from time-to-time depending on local circumstances. Click on “More” here to access links to the most current advice, but be sure to visit your doctor well before your trip and discuss specific requirements . . . . More

 

Accommodation and Tour Bookings

A holiday is only as good as the facilities and people responsible for your enjoyment, so suppliers have a key role in ensuring your enjoyment and safety. Wherever you go, you will find good and not-so-good suppliers. If you choose to book through us you will benefit from our high standards, challenging service levels and extensive testing, making problems unlikely. Unfortunately, not all providers are quite as fastidious when it comes to quality.

 

If you decide to make your own arrangements, then with effort you can weed out many of the poor performers before you commit to them and improve your chances of choosing only those that will make your visit memorable for the right reasons.

 

Click on “More” for our advice on supplier selection. To help, we’ve added a download that summarises all of our supplier advice and standards in a single convenient checklist . . . . More

 

Planning For Emergencies

However thoroughly you plan, the unexpected can still happen, so it’s important to prepare for and emergency. Complete our emergency plan download and print a copy for each member of your party to carry with them at all times . . . . More

 

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Licensed Malaysian Inbound Tour Operator KPL/LN 5470

Office: No. 1 Lorong Ketiti, Jalan Bukit Bendera Upper, Likas, Kota Kinabalu 88400, Sabah, Malaysia.

Workshop: Lot 27, Likas Industrial Centre, Mile 5.5, Jalan Tuaran, Kota Kinabalu 88450, Sabah, Malaysia.

Tel: +60 88 24 6817   H/P: +60 17 817 0071   Email: info@borneodream.com

 

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