Growing up, Melissa constantly relocated around Sabah due to her father’s job. This led her to start her career in the tourism industry when she took a tour guide course in 2011. After getting married in 2014, she set up a travel agency – Rustic Borneo with her husband.
She is happiest when her guests feel amazed and mesmerized by the beautiful flora and fauna found in Borneo rainforest. Melissa can’t forget when her guests happily confessed that they are touched by the genuinity of Sabah people, especially the indigenous people of Borneo.
The pandemic has become an international threat and Melissa’s business is not spared from it. Tourism income has totally stop. However, Melissa is resilient and has shifted ways to sustain her business. While still continuing to promote Sabah and its uniqueness, she has used her skills in digital marketing to promote Sabah unique handicrafts, herbs and spices online at www.rusticborneo-craft.com . Sourced and made by local crafters, contact Rustic Borneo Craft (016 878 7147) or browse through their website to get a hand of their products.
Melissa wishes everyone especially in the tourism sector to stand united and support each other during this challenging time. “Stay safe, stay strong and come back stronger. We will come back to rebuild Sabah tourism sector again”
Let’s give encouragement to Melissa and the team at Rustic Borneo to never give up and keep the spirit high. We look forward to meeting the friendliest team at Rustic Borneo again.
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