Louisa Rogers

Sabah, the northeastern part of Borneo, is one of the most exotic areas of the world. And if you live anywhere in Southeast Asia or Australia, it is easily within financial reach, as airfares from Sydney to Kota Kinabalu are as low as $420 return.

Anyone who lives in Hanoi knows it is rich in color and stimulation, but if you want a break from the tangle of urban life, you can easily get away...