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Telecommunication networks in Perhentian Islands


Telecommunication networks in Perhentian Islands

Internet cafes can be found on both Kecil and Besar. Although some connections are slow and a little expensive (RM 10 for 30 mins) many resorts are now installing satellite broadband. If your main reason to use the internet is to stay in touch with friends and family then another option is getting a prepaid GSM SIM and use your mobile phone. Most modern phones do handle email, just remember to get the appropriate settings from you email provider. Rates are the same for all three operators in Malaysia: 0,01RM/kB.
  • Lazy Boy Shop, Long Beach, Kecil
  • Gen Mart, Long Beach, Kecil
  • Panorama Chalet, Long Beach, Kecil
  • Watercolours Paradise Resort , Besar. Offers satellite broadband at RM 10 per 30 mins and now offer a free wireless service for guests with own laptop.
  • Coral View Island Resort, Besar
  • Tropical Reef, Besar
  • Flora Bay Chalet on the southern beach of Besar[ ]. RM 30 for a three day wireless pass.
  • Senja Bay Resort, Kecil (September 2007)
  • Mama's Place, Besar (June 2008)
  • Cozy Chalets, Besar (Free for guests)
  • Tuna Bay, Besar (RM 30 for 30 mins)
  • GSM mobile phone coverage is available on both islands as all three (Digi, Celcom and Maxis) operators have placed their respective cell towers (huge red and white ones). They look a bit weird coming out of the green jungle. Celcom and Maxis provide UMTS 3G coverage though coverage is more limited than GSM, the best coverage is in the band between the islands (east coast of Kecil and west coast of Besar). There are some points where reception cannot be reached on the more secluded beaches. In particular the whole southern beach on Besar has very poor reception and no 3G reception.

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