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Afternoon Tea in Borneo: From 7-Star Luxury to $2 Street Sips

Borneo is a land of extremes. One day, you’re trekking through humid jungles looking for orangutans, and the next, you’re sitting in a gold-clad lobby sipping Earl Grey. If you're a Brit like me, there's no way that this doesn't appeal. The warm, homely feeling of a hot cuppa juxtaposed with the exciting Bornean landscapes was a wonderful experience that I recommend everyone has at least once. But afternoon tea in Borneo doesn't have to be a $100 affair. Will you want the full white-glove treatment at the world-famous Empire Brunei? Or would you prefer a local $2 "Kaya Toast" experience in a Kota Kinabalu backstreet? I’ve broken down the best spots for every budget. The Ultra-Splurge:  The Empire Brunei (Bandar Seri Begawan) If you’ve read my guide on visiting The Empire on a budget , you know this place is the pinnacle of Bruneian luxury. Their afternoon tea is served in the Atrium , a space so large and gold-decked it feels like a royal palace. Giant marble ...
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