WHY I MOVED TO MALAYSIA | And Why I Stayed...

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  • Опубликовано: 12 сен 2024
  • I moved to Malaysia 10 years ago. In this video I explain why I decided to come here, and possibly more importantly: why I stayed. I visited Kuala Lumpur and West Malaysia as a teenager, traveled to Malaysian Borneo and eventually decided to make this Asian country my home. Find out why I came to Malaysia all those years ago, and what made me stay...
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  • @switchingsides
    @switchingsides 3 года назад +256

    Great video and an interesting story!

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +14

      Thanks for the kind words! It was a lot of fun sharing this with you all.

    • @harryalfonso8788
      @harryalfonso8788 3 года назад +2

      @@GlobalGibbon saw lots of vlogs from other foreign vloggers about West Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam and Lao but nothing very much about Malaysia Borneo. Your channel should be able to showcase more about SARAWAK Borneo my friend. Keep going. Your contain is great. Go for some modest Gawai contain next cos it's pendamic time bro.

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +7

      Thanks for your comment. I have a lot of videos about Sarawak, and more to come!

    • @harryalfonso8788
      @harryalfonso8788 3 года назад +1

      @@GlobalGibbon cheers mate. Eager to catch up with you if I am back to Kuching for a glass of beer if you done mind, after the ease of travel KL-Kuching off course.

    • @rahimyahaya6941
      @rahimyahaya6941 3 года назад

      Morning gibson
      Congratulation to part of Malaysian
      I hope you enjoy living hete
      You need a lot of passion life won't be esyer in Malaysia
      Thank you.

  • @KitaCurtAlisa
    @KitaCurtAlisa 3 года назад +768

    Nice! I’m from the US and moved to Malaysia. At first, I came for a social visit. Now, I live here after marrying my wife from Kuala Terengganu. Such a wonderful country ❤️

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +63

      That's so cool! We're pretty similar then! Have a wonderful time here in this amazing country!

    • @intisarivideodanmovie1397
      @intisarivideodanmovie1397 3 года назад +36

      Wow..mat saleh melayu ni.

    • @AkokChannel
      @AkokChannel 3 года назад +27

      Visit Kelantan bro, you will have a fantastic holiday.
      I did videos ti promote Kelantan

    • @AkokChannel
      @AkokChannel 3 года назад +5

      Yo ko?

    • @azmanahamed
      @azmanahamed 3 года назад +15

      To know Malaysia, Is To Love Malaysia, Its True. Malaysia Is Truly Asia.♥️🇲🇾

  • @rizwanrafeek3811
    @rizwanrafeek3811 3 года назад +320

    I live in Canada for 30 years. I would love to move to Malaysia with my wife and children. I can hear the azan everyday it calm your soul.

  • @ArnoldPranks
    @ArnoldPranks 3 года назад +251

    One of 2 best countries I've EVER travelled to, MALAYSIA.

    • @beginnerfx1784
      @beginnerfx1784 3 года назад +6

      Which is the other best country ?

    • @johnray547
      @johnray547 3 года назад +17

      @@beginnerfx1784 North Korea

    • @the_struggler963
      @the_struggler963 3 года назад +8

      @@johnray547wow you have a dead wish😂

    • @afiqfarhan9128
      @afiqfarhan9128 3 года назад +4

      @@johnray547 i didn't expect that. haha

  • @abdulazizahmed4742
    @abdulazizahmed4742 3 года назад +19

    Woow same here I am from Qatar. Took my degree in Malaysia, and fall in love with the country. Planning of settling here now. Such a lovely country

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +2

      It's indeed a great country to settle.

  • @RajeshRavindranathan
    @RajeshRavindranathan 3 года назад +260

    I met the nicest people in Malaysia in Kuching, Sarawak. We can learn a lot from them about real racial harmony (especially we west Malaysians) , my wife is from Kuching too.

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +15

      I agree with you!

    • @elbowstancenow1519
      @elbowstancenow1519 3 года назад +2

      I guess we are the same

    • @Clemsterful
      @Clemsterful 3 года назад

      ❤❤❤

    • @anastasiamamis6441
      @anastasiamamis6441 3 года назад +1

      Indeed. Sarawakian are friendly people

    • @natasyajazminevlogs2192
      @natasyajazminevlogs2192 3 года назад +1

      That's really true brother, you can learn many of sarawak ethnic with many cultures at my hometown in sarawak. Im so proud to be sarawakian 😍😍😍

  • @hero4963
    @hero4963 3 года назад +166

    I don’t blame you i visited malaysia a few years ago and something about it just feel safe warm and cozy and was thinking how it would be like to actually live there

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +15

      That's right, I really feel at home here.

    • @hero4963
      @hero4963 3 года назад +7

      @@GlobalGibbon exactly

  • @anasmalikabdulrahman5562
    @anasmalikabdulrahman5562 3 года назад +286

    I wish I can back to Malaysia, for me it is the heaven in this life ( I studied a master degree)

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +25

      Where there is a will, there is a way. I hope you get to visit Malaysia again in the future!

    • @deenogml
      @deenogml 3 года назад +9

      tq..sir...nice to met you from ipoh.perak malaysia

    • @amein73
      @amein73 3 года назад +5

      datang la bro

    • @mrakumaman
      @mrakumaman 3 года назад +4

      come come but not now after this pandemic

    • @pansallehuddin2293
      @pansallehuddin2293 3 года назад

      @@GlobalGibbon úññ

  • @dronepilot1333
    @dronepilot1333 3 года назад +141

    You are not the only one I know that is from the Netherlands that moved to Malaysia. Good move

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +32

      It was the best decision of my life!

    • @hamidahhanipah1305
      @hamidahhanipah1305 3 года назад +8

      wow thanks you for love my country , i love your country too 💜❤

    • @CkhanDaily
      @CkhanDaily 3 года назад +2

      wowwww..thank you bro..i never realize that

  • @dabronks8789
    @dabronks8789 3 года назад +96

    I love the courage that you possess to get out of your comfort zone and find the beauty in a different culture and to find real happiness. Please do more videos about retiring here as I am considering doing a test trip to Malaysia to see if it would be a good fit for me once travel is possible from my country of Canada. I love your presence and confidence in the video presentation, quite good young man, kudos.

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +14

      Thanks for your kind words! They mean a lot to me. Malaysia is a great country to settle, it's very diverse and the people are amazing. I'll plan more videos about life here and tips/tricks. There are already some on my channel..

  • @randyfocht737
    @randyfocht737 Год назад +6

    I'm from Hawaii, and my sweet wife is from Malaysia. We live in Seremban, but are stuck in Hawaii right now. Yes, Malaysia is a great place, especially the people! "We are the flowers of ONE garden, the leaves of ONE tree" Baha'u'llah / Baha'i Faith

  • @wilhelmtell4169
    @wilhelmtell4169 3 года назад +36

    How nice to find a chanel that`s about Malaysia and espesially Borneo.
    My mothers from Kutching and my fathers from Norway, so half of me is malysian.
    Do look forward to follow you and your weekly videos on this chanel.

  • @shah1783
    @shah1783 3 года назад +91

    I always interested in knowing people from other country about their experiences living here in my country Malaysia & I'm proud you are residing in Malaysia marrying local girl here.. !. You are now a Malaysian !

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +7

      Thanks a bunch! I appreciate your comment!

    • @MrRowley5
      @MrRowley5 3 года назад

      But you will not get permanent residency even if you marry a local .you would be waiting forever unless you are willing to pay coffee money.

    • @gisopringgu3301
      @gisopringgu3301 2 года назад

      @@MrRowley5 ò

  • @miminhall2744
    @miminhall2744 3 года назад +18

    My husband and I also move to Borneo and we deeply fallen in love with our adopted country wonderful Malaysia

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад

      That's wonderful! It's good living here!

  • @colindias4820
    @colindias4820 3 года назад +139

    Awesome story man. .. I ve been in Kuala Lumpur three years back ... And I've been always thinking I got to move.there one day .. hopefully .!

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +17

      Why not! Chase your dreams.!

    • @annydobon8106
      @annydobon8106 3 года назад

      Nooo. I want outta here

    • @colindias4820
      @colindias4820 3 года назад

      @@annydobon8106 why may I ask ?

    • @lordaimelord7848
      @lordaimelord7848 3 года назад

      @@colindias4820
      I think maybe she's from this country..born and bred probably and now dying to go somewhere else out of curiosity. It's only natural for ppl to feel that way. Just as you want to leave your country.

    • @colindias4820
      @colindias4820 3 года назад

      @@lordaimelord7848 yup I hear you .. everyone's got their lives to live.

  • @sandylmff
    @sandylmff 3 года назад +24

    Watching this reminds me how proud I am to be Malaysian. Malaysia is beautiful 😍

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      Malaysia and it's diverse cultures are awesome!

  • @rezwanrst54
    @rezwanrst54 3 года назад +68

    Fantastic man !, Back in Penang, I used to meet peoples from Scandinavian countries enjoying their retirement age there .Its simply for the unique tropical attributes,it's peoples, it's culture and gastronomy experiences that make them so attached to this beautiful country.

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +8

      You're absolutely right. It's the perfect combo of people, tropical weather, nature, food and more!

  • @johnheah1526
    @johnheah1526 3 года назад +38

    It means at heart you are a down to earth person appreciating nice simple people and the natural green life. Wishing you happiness in Malaysia

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +5

      I think I am pretty down to earth! Life is all about making the best out of every moment!

  • @mohamadnassiriman7336
    @mohamadnassiriman7336 3 года назад +150

    Don't leave tips at the restaurant or cafe... But give it personally as a gift :)

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +39

      You're absolutely right. It's not a Malaysian thing to leave change as a tip. It was an interesting learning moment!

    • @akane8615
      @akane8615 3 года назад +23

      @@GlobalGibbon we do take tips but if you give it to the restaurant or cafe, the money goes to the owner. Not so much of a tip then haha.

    • @MrGergasikuat
      @MrGergasikuat 3 года назад +13

      @@GlobalGibbon i really dont understand this tip culture and why it there at first place.

    • @mrbalsemgosok
      @mrbalsemgosok 3 года назад +4

      @@MrGergasikuat It's normal in western countries

    • @KitaCurtAlisa
      @KitaCurtAlisa 3 года назад +31

      When I order Food Panda, I always like to give 3 or 5 extra RM to the driver

  • @sookiedayo7031
    @sookiedayo7031 3 года назад +21

    I’m a proud Malaysian and watching this made me feel even prouder. Thanks for loving us so much. If only the pandemic isn’t this bad and the government isn’t handling it this way, I’m sure many people would be able to come visit too. Sigh. I miss traveling!

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +2

      I love living here, Malaysians are awesome! Hopefully the borders open next year and the rest of the world can enjoy this beautiful country again!

  • @MultiParakeet
    @MultiParakeet 3 года назад +14

    Great story Nick indeed, I am here for 24 years already and as well with the Dutch nationality...Malaysia is a great country for sure. Stay Safe

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад

      Awesome! Take care and stay safe!

  • @aidasdin1777
    @aidasdin1777 3 года назад +60

    To know Malaysia is to Love Malaysia.

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +5

      Those are some wise words!

    • @persada5913
      @persada5913 3 года назад

      You got that flipped back. It should be to love Malaysia is to know Malaysia!

    • @Shah-cd7fp
      @Shah-cd7fp 3 года назад

      @@persada5913 she's right infact

  • @jamilmasa
    @jamilmasa 3 года назад +47

    Maybe thats what we call 'takdir'(destiny)...reason can be anything love, survival, serenity, peace etc but mainly love 😁😁😁

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +15

      "Home is where the heart is!" I've found my home with my wife here in Malaysia..

  • @studiospiraluniverse
    @studiospiraluniverse 3 года назад +19

    Great video. I can absolutely relate to your story. Fell in love with Malaysia in 2009 after that visited 3-4 times per year. End of 2013 moved here and 2014 got married to a local. Never regretted these steps a single moment. Only one thing - I (almost) always give tips. It‘s just neccessary to mention »Keep the change« - ofherwise they will be confused. Different from Japan where you can really embarrass people by giving tips

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +5

      What a great story as well! Somehow Malaysia and it's people grow on you and you reach a point of no return. I hope you have a wonderful life here! 😁

  • @Jane-vb2sv
    @Jane-vb2sv 3 года назад +30

    I like the way you pronounce the places'name. No mat saleh's accent and sounded so Malaysian

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +13

      I like to pronounce words the same way locals pronounce it. Whether I am in Malaysia or in France!

    • @Jane-vb2sv
      @Jane-vb2sv 3 года назад

      @@GlobalGibbon that's cool. But some people just unable to enunciate like local.

  • @Veyroniqa
    @Veyroniqa 3 года назад +16

    wow this vid really blew up. i love how most of the comments are so positive towards the people of sarawak! looking forward to more sarawakian content through your eyes :)

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      Hey Veyroniqa! What a shock it was when this video got so many viewers! Good times. I'm happy about all the great comments this video is getting. "Sarawak to the World!"

  • @MVPA-io5ee
    @MVPA-io5ee 3 года назад +16

    *I hope your channel will grow bigger so more people can listen and enjoy your experience and insight on things... Love and happy that you love Malaysia and comfortable here. Good luck, be happy, and be safe wherever you are.* 😊❤️

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      Such kind words, I appreciate it. I love making videos, so I'll keep going!

  • @adishahiran8766
    @adishahiran8766 3 года назад +5

    I don’t usually leave a comment on videos, but I’m Sarawakian.
    I’m happy listening to your story. It’s amazing 🌸🌸

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад

      Thanks for watching the video and leaving a comment! I appreciate it a lot! Sarawak is Great!

  • @edisianarki1939
    @edisianarki1939 3 года назад +41

    i really admire your determination to come back and forth here and from the age of 15, you already set your goal where do u wanna stay and what will you do for a living here. salute from me!!!!

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +9

      Thanks! Those are kind words. When you want something, chase the dream!

  • @sooyeechong6625
    @sooyeechong6625 3 года назад +11

    I come from Malaysia Malacca, I am Malaysia Chinese,good luck to u,thank you for your love in Malaysia, Malaysia love you too,take care.(please stay safe, thank you)

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      Thanks for watching buddy, you stay safe too!

  • @ggc7318
    @ggc7318 3 года назад +36

    Hello from California ! Beautiful Borneo 😃

  • @wilridersarawak
    @wilridersarawak 3 года назад +62

    Welcome to Malaysia Nick. Great choice to be here.

  • @faizrais7557
    @faizrais7557 3 года назад +10

    Good for you n good for my country, welcome for new friends. .you love malaysia,all people in malaysia love you. ..

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      That's what I mean, the people are amazing here!

  • @twenty9fifty9meals71
    @twenty9fifty9meals71 3 года назад +21

    I am sarawakian but now settled down in west malaysia.. happy to know that u love sarawak & the people very much.. Next if possible, maybe u can share about the uniqueness of Gawai celebration.. all d best 🌷🌈

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +3

      I would love to make a video about Gawai, what a fun celebration it is!

    • @twenty9fifty9meals71
      @twenty9fifty9meals71 3 года назад +2

      @@GlobalGibbon Gawai activities such as Ngajat, kumang gawai & etc.. i once experienced Gawai Antu celebration a my friend long house but im wondering if any celebration would be allowed during this covid 19 pandemic

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      @@twenty9fifty9meals71 I think we'll have to wait for 2022 for the big celebration..

    • @twenty9fifty9meals71
      @twenty9fifty9meals71 3 года назад

      @@GlobalGibbon yes friend.. u r rite

  • @clamospro9539
    @clamospro9539 3 года назад +4

    Malaysia is the best country I ever been visit...can't wait to come again especially the Langkawi Island.

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      Langkawi is such a beautiful island! I hope we can all travel again soon!

  • @angie23575
    @angie23575 3 года назад +35

    I can't wait to move to South East Asia! I'm getting a degree right now so that I can teach English and then I'm on my way! 😍

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +4

      Good luck on your degree! There are always English Teaching jobs available here in Asia!

    • @jafribasron1519
      @jafribasron1519 3 года назад +1

      Hi Angie Evan's,
      If you're happened to be in Johor or SINGAPORE, do communicate with me. I live in Singapore however my ultimate wish is to return back to my ancestors land; Malaysia.
      jafri2024@gmail.com

    • @noranida5260
      @noranida5260 3 года назад +1

      You're welcome Angie

    • @angie23575
      @angie23575 3 года назад

      @@jafribasron1519 if I ever get back there I will 😊 I have been to JB and Singapore in 2015 and I loved it

    • @angie23575
      @angie23575 3 года назад

      @@noranida5260 Thank you 😊

  • @Abam_Gabz
    @Abam_Gabz 3 года назад +12

    *Why I moved to Malaysia x Why I Stay, good experience and sharing.*

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      Thanks for watching the video!

  • @MominabhattiVlog
    @MominabhattiVlog 3 года назад +8

    Good to see you loving Malaysia. Hi from me and my husband living here since five years now

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      Thanks for watching the video!

  • @truebluekit
    @truebluekit 3 года назад +13

    You, sir, are blessed. Not many people find their calling so early in life. Some never do. All the best to you and your family 😁

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      Thanks a lot! I was indeed very young when I came here. It did take a few years to understand all of it as well!

  • @Ken8989
    @Ken8989 3 года назад +25

    Great story..Love overcomes everything in life and that's true. Happy for you.. Do visit Malacca when it's safe to travel after covid-19 and you'll find your dutch heritage here.. Cheers!

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +2

      I can't wait to visit Malacca again! My last trip there was 4 years ago.

    • @elbowstancenow1519
      @elbowstancenow1519 3 года назад +1

      Malacca is great but its dead at night

    • @Ken8989
      @Ken8989 3 года назад +1

      @@elbowstancenow1519 during MCO yes but not when situation is normal

  • @diaazalayna9123
    @diaazalayna9123 3 года назад +12

    Malaysia is truly Asia
    welcome to my country 🤩
    have fun 😘

  • @lindatang4955
    @lindatang4955 3 года назад +20

    To know Malaysia is to love Malaysia 🇲🇾

  • @paulwain433
    @paulwain433 3 года назад +8

    Great story of how to follow your heart! I plan to visit Malaysia later this year to find out for myself.

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад

      I hope you get to travel to Malaysia this year and experience this cool country!

  • @justCharyfe
    @justCharyfe 3 года назад +8

    Malaysia is great!! Been living here for almost 5years now.

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      Exactly. It's an amazing place!

  • @colingoldthorpe5918
    @colingoldthorpe5918 2 года назад +5

    2 more years and selling everything in Canada and moving to Malaysia. I work all over the world and love Asia and warm weather. Canada used to be a nice country but winter is the biggest drag on a person’s mentality. Cannot wait for the restrictions to be lifted and start the exploratory phase of the rest of my time on this big round ball,called earth.

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  2 года назад

      I can fully understand. This was one of the reasons I left Holland as well, the winters can be quite depressing.

    • @norenahusin910
      @norenahusin910 2 года назад

      Hope you are already in Malaysia by now

  • @neosera5873
    @neosera5873 3 года назад +22

    I enjoy watching this video while having a mug of thick black coffee. Cheers.

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      The blacker the coffee, the better! Thanks for watching!

  • @unai846
    @unai846 3 года назад +14

    I like how you telling us story from one spot to another,
    And hilarious the part of your brother was in puberty not joining family trip🤣

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      Thanks! I like to create dynamic videos. I appreciate you like the funny bit about my brother. =D

  • @amindalek7578
    @amindalek7578 3 года назад +2

    I am Malaysian in Belgrade for last 4 years. Great to listen to your story about my country.
    Amin

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад

      Hey Amin. Thanks for watching my videos!

  • @kianalegavedofarrel9265
    @kianalegavedofarrel9265 3 года назад +7

    We are Malaysia really honor and proud you choose Malaysia to be your MM2H and Thank you so much Sir and have a pleasant stay
    #StaySafe #SOP #MCO #TakeCare

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +2

      Such a nice comment! Thanks a lot! You made my day!

    • @kianalegavedofarrel9265
      @kianalegavedofarrel9265 3 года назад +2

      @@GlobalGibbon You so welcome!! I'm miss my hometown too Sandakan Sabah...but I'm working in Kuala Lumpur now, waiting for this Covid vanished to going home back..

  • @KakiJalans
    @KakiJalans 3 года назад +27

    You’re a great storyteller Nick!

  • @cecillealvarez2919
    @cecillealvarez2919 3 года назад +12

    Malaysia is truly beautiful.

  • @faizfaizfaiz3444
    @faizfaizfaiz3444 3 года назад +63

    i just found out your channel today. the way you pronounce Kuching and Iban almost sounds like you're a local already. i've come to notice, unlike other foreigners talking about Malaysia, you didn't even mention about the cost of living here, which I found really sweet of you. looking forward to more exciting videos of your life in Sarawak, my fellow Sarawakian brother from another part of the world ^_^

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +13

      I'm happy you like the video! I've been here for a while, so I pick up the local slang and pronunciation. I'm learning every day!

    • @shaeead9654
      @shaeead9654 3 года назад +3

      Yup ..I’ve just noticed it today @12.55 👍🏻

    • @axiemeluvaziz3990
      @axiemeluvaziz3990 3 года назад +1

      @@GlobalGibbon can you speak our language? Bahasa Malaysia...

    • @norehanlong1451
      @norehanlong1451 3 года назад +1

      Yes...you should learn Bahasa Melayu or Bahasa Malaysia....it is a very easy language to learn...just learn all the basic words.🙂

    • @mohdariff7497
      @mohdariff7497 3 года назад

      @Global Gibbon i would like to advise you to pronounce batangai in one word rather that batang ai as it bring a whole different meaning 😆

  • @buwaneswarinagayan1056
    @buwaneswarinagayan1056 3 года назад +5

    Borneo is such an awesome place. I studied there and it always close to my heart. I don't mind spending rest of my life there just for the environment, people and food ... I miss you kuching...

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      Wow. Such good memories of Borneo. I hope you can visit again soon!

  • @timotrias7623
    @timotrias7623 3 года назад +10

    Welcome to sarawak mr nick
    Great video..i'm bidayuh from padawan and now working KL ..would like to suggest you to go to serian town explore

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +3

      Hey there. I have been to Serian many times. I'll make a video about the town in the future!

  • @bahloolstories5361
    @bahloolstories5361 3 года назад +10

    Btw, I went to Amsterdam alone before. Beautiful country!

  • @sumaiyajafar9989
    @sumaiyajafar9989 3 года назад +3

    After watching your video I'm glad that I don't make a mistake by moving to Malaysia. You gave a kind of encouragement to stay n look forward for a future in Malaysia 👍👍👍. Just subscribed to your channel

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад

      Thanks for watching and subscribing!!

  • @edvanteo4834
    @edvanteo4834 3 года назад +3

    Congrats for your stay in Malaysia for 10 yrs!!! I too am glad that I have stayed in Malaysia for 7.5 yrs.

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      It's a great place to live right!

  • @wan8625
    @wan8625 3 года назад +32

    You consistently uploaded videos about Malaysia unfortunately only now your video was suggested by RUclips on mine (I love to watch video about Malaysia). Keep up the good work and hope you'll get more followers very soon!

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +10

      I do my best! I upload videos every week, about my life here in Malaysia and the fun things I do with friends! Thanks for watching my videos!

    • @norehanlong1451
      @norehanlong1451 3 года назад +1

      I have never been to Sabah & Sarawak. You are lucky to be there. What about coming to W.Malaysia K.l., perak...from the town of Tapah you can go up to Cameron Highlands which reminds us of England...as if in United Kingdom...hi...hi.....bcoz I went to London and Scotland in 1971 just for holidays. We went to many countries around the world. We were just tourists sightseeing a number of countries for more than 2 months. I was absent from school for I was only ten years old back then. We chose July to September b'coz it was Summer time overseas. I remember we spent probably only 2 days in Amsterdam...very short stay. Did not go to many places...was right in the city..on the river cruise......very hectic holiday from one country to the other. You should come to West or Semenanjung...many tourist sports.

    • @norehanlong1451
      @norehanlong1451 3 года назад

      Back then there was no such thing as Islamophobia because locals thought that my dad & me were Filipinos and my mum Vietnamese. My mum had fair skin like Chinese..my dad and me brown skin...they never knew we were fro Malaysia....had to explain.

  • @leonicholasvlogs
    @leonicholasvlogs 3 года назад +16

    Welcome to Sarawak, East Malaysia my friend. Hope you will visit my hometown - Limbang one day. Nice vlog 😊👍

  • @ummikalsomtambyibrahim6523
    @ummikalsomtambyibrahim6523 3 года назад +5

    Welcome aboard in Malaysia...i love the place especially Sabah & sarawak cos of its scenery, hilltop views, fresh crispy air, the people who are hardworking n likeable

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад

      The people here are great, and the nature is stunning! Not a bad place to live!!

  • @Tom-cf5lk
    @Tom-cf5lk 3 года назад +9

    Welcome to Malaysia ! You will love this country the longer you stay .. enjoy your stay ..

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +6

      It's been 10 years so far, but everyday I love it more!

    • @Tom-cf5lk
      @Tom-cf5lk 3 года назад +1

      @@GlobalGibbon 10 years ? 😱

    • @Tom-cf5lk
      @Tom-cf5lk 3 года назад +2

      @@GlobalGibbon come to West Malaysia , got many things to explore ..

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +2

      @@Tom-cf5lk I would love to come back there and film some videos there!

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад

      @@Tom-cf5lk yes! 😁

  • @bowlampar
    @bowlampar 3 года назад +9

    Welcome to Malaysia, stay as long as you like, and enjoy. 😁😁

  • @thomasgeorge3241
    @thomasgeorge3241 3 года назад +10

    Most people don't know. Malaysia is heaven on earth, best place to live in the world.

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад

      I agree! It's such an awesome country to live in!

  • @queenierani3076
    @queenierani3076 3 года назад +6

    Today is the Gawai Dayak Festival and as an Iban I missed my mom's long house more than ever as Malaysia is on a total lockdown. Thank you for your honest sentiment about your visit to Batang Ai.

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      Yea! Happy Gawai! I'm just celebrating it at home with the wife!

    • @queenierani3076
      @queenierani3076 3 года назад +1

      @@GlobalGibbon Selamat Gawai Dayak ke kita sebilik... Ooooooohhhhhaaaaaa

  • @abgdarr5217
    @abgdarr5217 3 года назад +5

    Wow..great story nick..You come to Terengganu,lots of interesting places and beautiful culture.

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +2

      I'd love to! It's on my bucketlist!

  • @mohamadraymie5525
    @mohamadraymie5525 3 года назад +3

    2006 at 15? Yow we both the same age bro. On that age i never been on other countries. Good for you to have that traveling experiences. Am glad for that too cause it finally made you found place you proudly call home now. Thanks. Pleasure to have you bro. 😊

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад

      I love it here in Malaysia! Thanks for watching the video!

  • @noraininasir8805
    @noraininasir8805 3 года назад +6

    Amazing story. Glad to hear that you emjoy staying here.

  • @bananapatch9118
    @bananapatch9118 3 года назад +11

    Great story !
    Malaysia is on our list of countries we’d like to visit as a possible retirement place. The only downside for us is the heat and humidity. Maybe we need to try the Cameron Highlands.
    Thx !

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +6

      Cameron Highlands is a great option. It's nice and cool there! Another option is Bario in Sarawak or Kundasang in Sabah.

    • @huzaimahjulai7383
      @huzaimahjulai7383 3 года назад

      Nowadays solar power is more readily available, invest in it and have the aircond blasting the entire day, you don't have to limit your options only to the few highlands :)

    • @bananapatch9118
      @bananapatch9118 3 года назад

      @@huzaimahjulai7383
      We will be renting so we wont be buying solar panels. Thx

    • @huzaimahjulai7383
      @huzaimahjulai7383 3 года назад

      Ahhh sorry, when you said retiring I immediately assume that you'd do what others usually do in such situation, settle down in a house of their own, but each has own reasons and own ways. Well, best wishes in your plans! 👍

    • @iceburning6424
      @iceburning6424 2 года назад

      Genting highlands too !

  • @lanahylana664
    @lanahylana664 3 года назад +6

    thank you so much for loving Malaysia.

  • @jitpunkia
    @jitpunkia 3 года назад +1

    RUclips algorithm is good. I’ve been away from Kuching for 17yrs now living in the USA. It’s cool to see videos from the home town

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      It's great this video found you! I have many fun videos about Malaysia!

    • @jitpunkia
      @jitpunkia 3 года назад

      Yea it’s nice to take a glimpse of home after being away for so long

  • @aynnkj3953
    @aynnkj3953 3 года назад +3

    Your story is really beautiful and I hope you had a great time here !

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      Thanks! I have been living in Malaysia for 10 years now, and I don't plan to leave yet!

  • @RudyNasrulChannel
    @RudyNasrulChannel 3 года назад +22

    Malaysia is a unique country and very diverse, each state have its own quality and values. Terima Kasih for appreciating Malaysia and making it a country for you to live in.

  • @rosdibujang4769
    @rosdibujang4769 3 года назад +23

    🥰sarawak..batang air...,nice place...mlysia truely Asia..... handsome Nederland man 😅😊

  • @jamiltukangjahit
    @jamiltukangjahit 3 года назад +5

    Thoroughly enjoyed this introduction & looking forward to view more videos!👍😊

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад

      Thanks for your kind words! Feel free to watch other videos on my Channel. I upload a new video every week.

  • @allenjames9520
    @allenjames9520 2 года назад +3

    Batang air truly a hidden gem, a national park and a rainforest

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  2 года назад

      It sure is! I am planning a trip up there again later in the year!

  • @danchatka8613
    @danchatka8613 3 года назад +2

    Very sorry I arrived too early to this video. Next time, I'll wait until noon to watch.
    Thanks for sharing.

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад

      You can always watch the video again! 😁

  • @williamchankhunneng1543
    @williamchankhunneng1543 2 года назад +3

    Very good. Nick, you're a genuine lover of Sarawak. Undoubtedly, Sarawak's the best Malaysian region. You seem to be a well-observer of the goings-on reality of Sarawak.
    This happens because the Dutch is really practical and reasonable people, just like Sarawakians. No wonder you and your Sarawakian wife blend in good chemistry.

  • @freshavacado_
    @freshavacado_ 3 года назад +3

    thank you for choosing Malaysia 💛💛💛

  • @atikiahmad2383
    @atikiahmad2383 3 года назад +5

    Nice and sincere video. Was hoping to know more as which part of Malaysia u choose to settle and what u do for living.

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      I moved to Kuching, in Sarawak. I've lived here for most of the 10 years I have been in Malaysia. I have also lived in Miray for 2 years. I have worked in the Tourism Sector from the beginning. I'll be making more related videos in the coming months.

  • @natasyajazminevlogs2192
    @natasyajazminevlogs2192 3 года назад +2

    Glad to see you nick, it's really awesome to see you lived in sarawak borneo which is that is my hometown too😍😍😍

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад

      Kuching is great! I love it here.

  • @emfrhazes
    @emfrhazes 3 года назад +3

    Nice and inspiring vlog. Hope you enjoy the diversity of Malaysia and happily ever live here 👍

  • @farasapt6579
    @farasapt6579 3 года назад +1

    Well glad that you choose to be here. Good luck in whatever you do from now on dude.

  • @dreamrichstory8333
    @dreamrichstory8333 3 года назад +8

    After the MCO, do visit Perak, Nick.. Beautiful limestone caves and the oldest tropical rainforest await u.. Go and explore the Royal Belum Rainforest 👍😊

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      I'll come back again! The last time I was in Belum was in 2006!!

  • @noniverena7395
    @noniverena7395 3 года назад +2

    Love your video man...!!
    Lovely storyline as well...!! Cheers....!! For plenty more to love and discover in Malaysia....

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад

      Hey Noni! Thanks for watching, I have many more videos on my channel, feel free to watch them!

  • @thelannors8185
    @thelannors8185 3 года назад +5

    Your heart is full love of nature..great that u like it living in kuching,Malaysia,,coz some foreigner choose to live in city..but u choose different view...

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад

      I love living in Kuching City, but I enjoy exploring the jungles more!

  • @sidan_lapandua4182
    @sidan_lapandua4182 Год назад +2

    hujan emas di negeri orang, 🪙
    hujan batu di negeri sendiri; 🪨
    bagaimana senang pun hidup di negeri orang,
    senang lagi hidup di negeri sendiri;
    hargailah tanahair mu,
    boleh jadi di mata mu tiada apa-apa.
    di mata orang, berharga sekali.
    sayanglah negara,cinta kpd keamanan,sayang tanah tumpahnya darah kita.🇲🇾

  • @gemmel3197
    @gemmel3197 3 года назад +6

    Great story, I'm glad you pursed your passion and found happiness.

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      Thanks for your comment! Happiness keeps us alive! Thanks for watching the video!

  • @eddyjohn6338
    @eddyjohn6338 3 года назад +7

    I from Kuching Sarawak but now i'm working at Johor..i know Sarawak very well, maybe someday we can take a walk together..

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад

      Sarawak is wonderful! Maybe we run into each other some day..

  • @johraemma5336
    @johraemma5336 3 года назад +11

    Malaysia is a absolutely a beautiful country with nice n warm people living.....I love this country so much there so many places for us to visit n explore ❤️❤️

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад

      That's absolutely right! The people here are amazing! I can't wait to travel and see more of Malaysia soon!

  • @craigdrayton8368
    @craigdrayton8368 3 года назад +6

    Good on you buddy. Living your dream.

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад

      It's always a dream, if you wake up next to the love of your life each day!

  • @mnikhsanrahman5008
    @mnikhsanrahman5008 3 года назад +80

    Malaysian is friendly and respect others. Just respect the culture or otherwise u will be koyak. Anyway enjoy your vlog bro. Take care and stay safe. 😁

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +16

      Thanks for watching! We always have to respect each person!

    • @opaholdskool8674
      @opaholdskool8674 3 года назад

      Friendly ? 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @mnikhsanrahman5008
      @mnikhsanrahman5008 3 года назад +1

      @@opaholdskool8674 Friendly lah.. Bila ko sembang dan hidup baik2. Kecuali ko buat hal. Tak pun ko jenis dari dulu dok rumah tak keluar bersosial. 😉😁

    • @opaholdskool8674
      @opaholdskool8674 3 года назад

      @@mnikhsanrahman5008 sebab aku bersocial lah aku gelak bila baca orang malaysia "friendly" 🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @mnikhsanrahman5008
      @mnikhsanrahman5008 3 года назад

      @@opaholdskool8674 Pastu ko nak cakap org Malaysia mcmane?

  • @esthellakomerl8084
    @esthellakomerl8084 3 года назад +3

    Pray that Malaysia remains peaceful and beautiful.. So many beautiful countries have been destroyed by war..

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад

      Yes, Malaysia is a wonderful country and we'll all need to enjoy its nature, food and culture!

  • @lynneskitchenetteandleisur4477
    @lynneskitchenetteandleisur4477 3 года назад +1

    So nice you've got to stay here in Malaysia...next Friday will be leaving Kedah and back to my country, Philippines.....keep vlogging, just hit the bell on!

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад

      Thanks for subscribing! Have a safe trip back home!

  • @xy4284
    @xy4284 3 года назад +12

    Oh I found a first matsaleh guy who moves to Malaysian Borneo! Such a nice journey. Keep update further! I subscribed to see it bro!

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад

      Thanks for finding me and subscribing! There are lots of videos on my channel if you wanna see more! 😁

  • @hashimhassan9880
    @hashimhassan9880 2 года назад

    I am new to your channel.. and start loving it & going to see all your past & present ones... love to know that you loves 🇲🇾

  • @sooyeechong6625
    @sooyeechong6625 3 года назад +4

    Hello bro,welcome to malaysia,thanks you are move to malaysia,cause in malaysia epidemic seriously and you moved to malaysia in this time,i can express
    Thanks for your love moved to malaysia,wish you can refer malaysia beauty city and scenery,thank you very much,here is come from malaysia Malacca chinese,good luck to you,take care.(please stay safe, thanks)

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      I actually moved to Malaysia in 2011. I was stuck at home in Kuching during the MCO, and I haven't left Sarawak for more than a year!

  • @Yasin_Affandi
    @Yasin_Affandi 3 года назад +2

    Thanks for this wonderful video. And thanks for sharing your personal stories n travelling experience, how u ended up loving Borneo.

  • @gladio8152
    @gladio8152 3 года назад +4

    Congrats nick for the many views. Im your subscriber since day one

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад

      Joe! You're a champion. Thanks for following my journey! I appreciate you a lot!

  • @marchvickness4953
    @marchvickness4953 3 года назад +1

    Thanks to you loving malaysia... totally awesome heard this... thankssssss for your 10 years... and continue another 10, 20 or even 30 years...

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      Ten years is not enough yet! I am not going anywhere yet! Thanks for watching!

  • @PatMunang
    @PatMunang 3 года назад +3

    Great video as always Nick! I hope you will get more subscribers soon!

    • @GlobalGibbon
      @GlobalGibbon  3 года назад +1

      Thanks! We go slow and steady! Thanks for the support!

    • @PatMunang
      @PatMunang 3 года назад

      @@GlobalGibbon I have shared your videos with foreign friends I made online 😆 promoting Sarawak with your help 😄