Kuching: the vibe
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The verdict
Liked · 78Commenters who have lived or stayed in Kuching describe a relaxed, friendly, affordable city with great food, though some note it is small and can feel quiet over time.
- friendliness
- food
- relaxed pace
- multicultural harmony
- affordable cost
- colonial heritage
- waterfront
- cooler weather
- small city, boredom after weeks
- limited nightlife
- slow pace may frustrate
- quiet after dark
- Feels like a laid-back, underrated city for long stays
- Food and locals make it worth returning to
- Good value for retirees and remote workers
- Can get boring for those wanting big-city energy
- Warm welcome from locals stands out to visitors
Read from 7 videos, 40 comments and 0 posts on 2026-11-07; the summary is written by a language model and can misread sarcasm.
Kuching: The Hidden Gem Of Sarawak, East Malaysia! What’s the Cost Of Living There? Be Surprised!
Corporate Breakout Couple · 70K views · 2024
What viewers said
“I was born in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. But I immigrated to USA at a young age. Now that I have 10+ years until retirement, Kuching may just be the perfect City in Malaysia to Retire. I Love the people and culture in Malaysia. The weather is al”
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“With love and care from us Dayaks here in Borneo. Dude,you are not aware of the formation of Malaysia or MA63. The Federation of Malaysia is made up of four countries namely:- 1. Malaya 2. Singapore 3. Sarawak 4. North Borneo or Sabah After”
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“Deeply appreciate for introducing Sarawak to the whole wide world! Hope you enjoy and please do visit Kuching again! Kuching welcomes you as always💯”
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“I am an Aussie now but still call Sarawak home. I'm always anak Sarawak.”
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“Yours is the only channel to give the best break-down of costs. Thank you.”
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“Omg😮 I'm watching this video one year later again”
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“Also remember, Sarawak does not have a highway toll from Kuching to Miri except through Brunei to Limbang or Lawas ..”
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“Sarawak - the peoples, the inclusiveness,”
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“Great food in Sarawak. We slow travel (1 month at a time)and were in Kuching last September. This was our 2nd tme there. After 2 weeks of 4, the wife said, "Let's go." 😂 She was getting bored. It's big in area, but the city itself isn't th”
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“Please continue the great works”
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