Kuching: The Hidden Gem Of Sarawak, East Malaysia! What’s the Cost Of Living There? Be Surprised!

East Malaysia is a part of Malaysia which perhaps is lesser known than West Malaysia. Sarawak, in particular, is actually the largest of 13 states in Malaysia. Today, we will be showcasing to you the capital city of Sarawak, Kuching! We will break down the various costs required for one to live or retire in Kuching. Whether it’s food, accommodation or transport prices, we will share with you the latest pricing on the ground. We will also formulae a realistic budget for you at the end of the video, to paint you the costs required to live there.

You will be pleasantly surprised how different Sarawak is than the other Malaysian states, and how independent and proud the locals are of their heritage and community.

Will it be costly or affordable to live in Kuching, Sarawak? Let’s find out together!

If you are new to this channel, we are Fran and John, the Corporate Breakout Couple. Fran is Malaysian and John is Singaporean. We broke out of the corporate rat race in Singapore and retired early in year 2020 at the age of 40 years old. We love doing cost of living videos from countries all around the world and early retirement videos, to inspire and motivate people to get out of their comfort zones and go for their dreams!

We hope you enjoy watching this video, and do let us know in the comment section if you like it!

With lots of love - Fran and John

Timestamps:

00:00 Cost Of Living In Kuching
00:43 1. Food
07:25 2. Groceries
07:53 3. Accommodation
10:08 4. Transport
11:20 5. Shopping & Lifestyle
13:24 6. Attractions
14:02 7. Budget

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[corporatebreakoutcouple]

Exploring Kuching was definitely an eye opener for us! We learnt many things about East Malaysia that awed us, surprised us & we definitely will explore more of Sarawak in the future ❤
Let you know your thoughts on Sarawak in the comments below

[bryaneng]

Deeply appreciate for introducing Sarawak to the whole wide world! Hope you enjoy and please do visit Kuching again! Kuching welcomes you as always💯

[valentinabiebie]

That’s sweet of you two for promoting Kuching and Sarawak! God bless! 😊

[chanproperties]

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 always Nice and hospitality of the locals are out of this world. Oh, also the Food in Malaysia has something for everyone. Love it!

[theravster]

Yours is the only channel to give the best break-down of costs. Thank you.

[teatree]

I will apply for sarawak mm2h next week
Perfect for retirement and winter escape from cold melbourne winters

[CalvinChongOfficial]

Amazing! I’m glad I’ve relocated to Malaysia too. Just never ending gem!

[aljukimong]

Also remember, Sarawak does not have a highway toll from Kuching to Miri except through Brunei to Limbang or Lawas ..

[jessicalakui]

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 two years, Singapore left the Federation of Malaysia leaving behind three countries. Sabah and Sarawak are not states but countries unlike the small small states in Malaya.
Yes, the capital is Kuala Lumpur and North Borneo is Jesselton which was later renamed as Kota Kinabalu and Sarawak is of course Kuching.
Please don't be misled and the Federation of Malaysia was formed on 16 September 1963
Puji Tuhan.
Praise God.

[teatree]

One of my favourite channels - ckology
He is a travelling tourist map and speaks Australian English

[darrylk]

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 that big. We took Grab to a lot of malls, but some looked like it was closing down.
We just got home today from another month in Malaysia (Penang, Taiping, Ipoh, KL). We go quite often to escape the cold in the US and jump into the oven that is Malaysia. 🥵

[cloverlance]

this is very very helpful! thank you!!!

[jamaluddinjamal]

Wowww, nice food adventures, come to bau. Mybe have nice food also

[wolfgangneeser]

Recently been to Kuching for one day (business) visit. Have to say I am impressed (very clean!) and will for sure be back in future to explore more as a tourist! It also doesn't "feel" like Malaysia when I was there, if you know what I

Looking forward to the next video!

[michaelt.]

don't forget Bako National Park, Bengoh Dam, Malaysia China Friendship Park and Bau town. Places of attraction in Bau : Tasik Biru, Siniawan Night Food Bazaar (weekend), Fairy Cave, Wind Cave, Paku Rock Maze Garden.

[Blorb-vy]

What are some good neighborhoods to live in in Kuching? We love your videos :) may purchase property under S MM2H.

[teatree]

Sarawak - the peoples, the inclusiveness,

[AsiaWithLove-pqvz]

Great information; thank you for posting. What website did you use to find the listings for the properties? I'm planning to visit Kutching and need to find reasonable accommodations. Love what you are doing and I am a new subscriber💝

[eddylim]

I am an Aussie now but still call Sarawak home. I'm always anak Sarawak.

[cfengnet]

I have been to half of the world but still love my hometown sarawak…. Hope i could retire there one day…