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This Homestay In Sabah Will Make You Feel Like You've Travelled To Japan

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<h2>In a heartwarming gesture, a school in Kuantan, Pahang, SJKC Kuang Hwa, recently went viral as teachers and staff organised a unique vacation-themed retirement ceremony for their principal</h2>
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<p>In the 42-second <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@rumoh.kome/video/7330989918031744274">clip</a> uploaded by TikTok user @rumah.kome, the school&#8217;s hall can be seen decorated with ticket counters, &#8216;check-in&#8217; signs, and security checkpoints﻿, creating an airport-like atmosphere.</p>
<p>The school&#8217;s teachers donned uniforms and paraded into the hall with luggage in tow, embracing the role of flight attendants.</p>
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<h2>The theme was chosen to resonate with the retiring principal&#8217;s love for vacations</h2>
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<p>Students of the school also participated in the ceremony, conducting a pre-flight passenger safety briefing and distributing food on trolleys, reminiscent of an in-flight catering service.﻿</p>
<p>The highlight of the event featured the retiring principal, Puan Gan, being sent on a whimsical &#8216;skylift&#8217; adorned with colourful balloons for a gimmicky takeoff.</p>
<p>At the time of writing, the video has garnered over 518,000 views and 42,000 likes.</p>
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<p>&#8220;Finally, a school that&#8217;s different from the others. They would usually just go for﻿ a wedding theme for [the principal&#8217;s] retirement,&#8221; commented one user.</p>
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<p>Some also asked about the cost of the event.</p>
<p>&#8220;How much would retirement ceremonies [like this] usually cost? Did the teachers chip in?&#8221; asked a user.</p>
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<p>&#8220;See, you don&#8217;t have to hold events at hotels, just the school is enough. What matters is your creativity and ability to get funds,&#8221; commented another.</p>
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<p>Cherry blossom season in Japan typically takes places from late March until early April. But the exact timing changes every year, depending on factors such as weather and location.</p>
<p>Travellers from all over the world flock to Japan to watch the mesmerising sight of <i>sakura</i> trees paint the landscape in hues of pink and white, making it the busiest time to visit the country.</p>
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<p>Cherry blossoms reach full bloom about a week after they start opening. Generally, these flowers start falling off the tree about two weeks after the first bloom.</p>
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<p><p><b>1. Pack a jacket<br /></b>Spring in Japan is often bone-chillingly cold, so be sure to dress accordingly.</p>
<p><b>2. Regularly check the cherry blossom forecast to see the blooms at their peak<br /></b>During your trip, you may want to check the forecast daily for the most up to date information.</p>
<p><b>3. Be prepared for the crowds<br /></b>Major cities and parks with <i>sakura</i> trees will be crowded. Besides that, it&#8217;s likely that the trains will be packed. It&#8217;s supposed to be a vacation after all, so allow yourself plenty of extra time when travelling from place to place.</p>
<p><b>4. Have fun and do as the locals do<br /></b>Join in the festivities and have a <i>hanami</i>, also known as flower viewing, which is the traditional custom of enjoying the beauty of cherry blossoms. Simply enjoy the ethereal view and soak up the local culture.</p>
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<p>Below is a screenshot of the tax exemption based on the <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.myttx.customs.gov.my/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/APPENDIX-A-General-Guide.pdf" title="Link: https://www.myttx.customs.gov.my/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/APPENDIX-A-General-Guide.pdf">Malaysian Tourism Tax Guide</a>&nbsp;provided by the Customs Department:</p>
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Malaysians, You Don't Have To Pay Tourism Tax When Sharing A Hotel Room With A Foreigner

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<h2>Tucked in the heart of KL is a cosy little gem where you can enjoy an affordable overnight stay</h2>
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<p>From the team behind Bestow, a restaurant nestled within a colonial building in Bukit Bintang, comes this cosy, vintage boutique hotel perfect for solo or budget travellers.</p>
<p>The recently opened hotel is situated next to Bestow restaurant in Jalan Imbi, a stone&#8217;s throw away from Berjaya Times Square and a 13-minute walk to Pavilion KL.</p>
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<h2>From the brick walls and terrazzo tiles to the wooden structures, elements of the historic colonial building can be seen in pockets throughout the hotel and restaurant, adding charm to this little nook</h2>
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<p>The price will shock you  As low as RM50/night tapi walking distance to Lalaport, Berjaya Times Square, Sungei Wang and few other places. For now this hotel still UNDER CONSTRUCTION but they accept guest. For that price and tengah bandar KL i rasa okay je to stay, not recommended for family. Solo traveller or backpackers ons sebab jiwa jiwa kental haha <a title="bestowhotel" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/bestowhotel?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#bestowhotel</a> <a title="bestowboutiquehotel" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/bestowboutiquehotel?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#bestowboutiquehotel</a> <a title="backpackerkualalumpur" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/backpackerkualalumpur?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#backpackerkualalumpur</a> <a title="hotelbudgetkualalumpur" target="_blank" href="https://www.tiktok.com/tag/hotelbudgetkualalumpur?refer=embed" rel="noopener">#hotelbudgetkualalumpur</a> </p>
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<h2>There are multiple pools, including a jacuzzi, as well as several cosy corners around the hotel where you can relax, read a book, and unwind</h2>
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<p><b>The accommodation offers dormitory rooms and private rooms</b>, with the option of shared or private bathrooms.&nbsp;</p>
<p>All rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, and some feature private balconies.</p>
<p>There&#8217;s also <b>free WiFi</b> in all the rooms. </p>
<p><b>Prices per night range from RM33 to RM130</b>, depending on the date and the room you book.</p>
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<p><b><u>Address</u></b><br />78, 80, Lorong 1/77a, Imbi, <br />55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur</p>
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