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Sofia By the Sea

Tekek, Pulau Tioman, Malaysia (Formerly Sri Tioman)
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Singapore
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012 via mobile

I didn't stay at Sofia by the sea however I dived with them (East Divers). The dive centre is located just beside the reception. Unlike previous experiences at other dive centres, East Divers is small and uncommercialised. It is not a dive factory where mass capacity of divers come and go. I was there with 5 other friends for over... More

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Wiltshire, UK
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2012
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We spent 2 nights in a beach front cabin (RGT120.00 per night). Didn't dive as we prefer to snorkel but we were impressed with the dive set up and equipment. The accommodation is very simple but clean with A/C and en suite toilet and cold shower,. The beach is one of the best on Tioman and there is a long... More

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brizzle
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2012
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Ok so the thing that makes the place excellent is not it's accommodation as such, but more the experience and welcome you receive. It's so refreshing to stay somewhere that has not been adapted to 'western style'. Here you get what you feel to be a true malaysian experience. The accommodation is basic but has everything you need. It's a... More

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Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 December 2011
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It was my 1st trip to Tioman. This chalet is located near the airport and tekek jetty. There are a number of convenience shop and restaurants within walking distance. The chalets are all stand alone units and pretty basic. Rooms comes with air-cond, 2 single bed, mosquito netting and attached bathroom. Didn't like the fact that there was no where... More

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Green Valley
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57 reviews 57 reviews
Reviews in 46 cities Reviews in 46 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2011
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