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alt=\"Taman Negara Crocker Range\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"384\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-dCguWrq1QlY\/WV9hO_zaMVI\/AAAAAAAA5NQ\/4i54kPo72qACVwCx-8-sDd2NiWjx5MQagCLcBGAs\/s1600\/crocker-range-national-park.jpg\" title=\"Crocker Range National Park \" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EHere is a series of Crocker Range National Park photos, provided by Cede Prudente and the Borneo Bird Club. This is also part of a build up to the Borneo Bird Festival 2017 which will take place from the 20 to 22 October 2017.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/06\/borneo-bird-festival-2017.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EBorneo Bird Festival 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;is also going to be held in two locations, one in Kota Kinabalu and the other at the Crocker Range National Park. For the Sabah Bird Race, it will be held at the national park which is about two hours away from Kota Kinabalu City.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/--lWjcwMhhyM\/WV9ksxPlXzI\/AAAAAAAA5Ns\/nlapcPDl7Sw3nvCUE9i-_ox5MeUcqBZtgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/crocker-range-park-sabah.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Taman Negara Crocker \" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"400\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/--lWjcwMhhyM\/WV9ksxPlXzI\/AAAAAAAA5Ns\/nlapcPDl7Sw3nvCUE9i-_ox5MeUcqBZtgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/crocker-range-park-sabah.jpg\" title=\"Crocker Range Park Sabah\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EView of Crocker Range Park\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ECrocker Range is one of the highland areas of Sabah, which is rich in flora and fauna, but it is not as popular as Kinabalu National Park. However, in recent years, more people are heading here for nature, adventure and also bird watching.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe journey to Crocker Range is an adventure by itself as there is so much beautiful and scenic sights to be seen. The winding road uphill provides views of the mountain range, local homes and random sightings of birds. The air up here is also nice and cooling, compared to down in the city areas.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-TnVBmp-ktFg\/WV9hXopluUI\/AAAAAAAA5NU\/cKnuzMVfK3IFCLziC5uxLrYfwOGspQpXQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/taman-negara-crocker-range.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Banjaran Crocker Sabah\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"400\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-TnVBmp-ktFg\/WV9hXopluUI\/AAAAAAAA5NU\/cKnuzMVfK3IFCLziC5uxLrYfwOGspQpXQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/taman-negara-crocker-range.jpg\" title=\"Taman Negara Crocker Range\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe road towards Crocker Range National Park\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003ECrocker Range National Park Photos\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe photos here are provided by Cede Prudente of the Borneo Bird Club, as he and other avid bird watchers have been going to Crocker Range National Park over the years to spot certain endemic birds and also tar birds of Sabah.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn a recent trip to the national park, they managed to photograph some of the endemic and unique birds found around here. Below are some of the bird photos shared with me.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-nK2K6va5-Yg\/WV9iGA9EjRI\/AAAAAAAA5Nc\/3lbNVa37dN4EaiBuufMuPq8caM82cEXZQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/bornean-ibon-crocker-range.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Crocker Range Bornean Ibon \" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"427\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-nK2K6va5-Yg\/WV9iGA9EjRI\/AAAAAAAA5Nc\/3lbNVa37dN4EaiBuufMuPq8caM82cEXZQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/bornean-ibon-crocker-range.jpg\" title=\"Bornean Ibon Crocker Range\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EA Bornean Ibon, photographed at Crocker Range National Park\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe Bornean Ibon is special to Crocker Range National Park, as it is difficult for bird watchers to see at Kinabalu National Park. Usually the bird is spotted near the Manis Manis Resort trails.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-LdxIRz0hBBg\/WV9inMdcLjI\/AAAAAAAA5Ng\/7zVWKDd1Mx8OqTEqbmuOjK5Wglz-x1szwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/mugimaki-flycatcher-sabah.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Mugimaki Flycatcher Sabah\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"415\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-LdxIRz0hBBg\/WV9inMdcLjI\/AAAAAAAA5Ng\/7zVWKDd1Mx8OqTEqbmuOjK5Wglz-x1szwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/mugimaki-flycatcher-sabah.jpg\" title=\"Mugimaki Flyctcher Crocker Range\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe Mugimaki Flycatcher recently photographed at the national park\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe Mugimaki Flycatcher is a migrant bird and during their migration period between September to March, the can be spotted at Crocker Range.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-TCrZTSQLmsw\/WV9jB87NkpI\/AAAAAAAA5Nk\/NHJJKdEvWag0aapfsDGJYQj6qb4f6qGKACLcBGAs\/s1600\/asian-paradise-flycatcher-sabah.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Crocker Range Birds\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"391\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-TCrZTSQLmsw\/WV9jB87NkpI\/AAAAAAAA5Nk\/NHJJKdEvWag0aapfsDGJYQj6qb4f6qGKACLcBGAs\/s1600\/asian-paradise-flycatcher-sabah.jpg\" title=\"Asian Paradise Flycatcher Crocker Range\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe male and female Asian Paradise Flycatcher, spotted at the national park\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe beautiful Asian Paradise Flycatcher is resident at the trails of Rafflesia plot, which is near the Manis Manis Resort at the national park. This is one of the birds that photographers love to shoot.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-dejGuf1cgV0\/WV9jxIXR2cI\/AAAAAAAA5No\/Lix3vv0SUzUH1P259ThDJhUNfHr-ub-JgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/white-fronted-falconet-crocker-range.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"White Fronted Falconet Sabah\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"753\" data-original-width=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-dejGuf1cgV0\/WV9jxIXR2cI\/AAAAAAAA5No\/Lix3vv0SUzUH1P259ThDJhUNfHr-ub-JgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/white-fronted-falconet-crocker-range.jpg\" title=\"Bornean Falconet Crocker Range\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESmallest raptor in the world is the White Fronted Falconet, photographed at Crocker Range\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe smallest raptor in the world is the tiny Bornean Falconet, and is a resident at the Crocker Range Park headquarters. Usually found perched on tree tops, this is one of the sought after birds to photograph by bird watchers.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-5jeI7KHhBZs\/WV9uIrYu91I\/AAAAAAAA5N4\/4Mqsqvp3dB0Bz37f4AG4tIomt6TEoKASQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/sabah-bird-festival.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Borneo Bird Festiuval\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"222\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-5jeI7KHhBZs\/WV9uIrYu91I\/AAAAAAAA5N4\/4Mqsqvp3dB0Bz37f4AG4tIomt6TEoKASQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/sabah-bird-festival.jpg\" title=\"Sabah Bird Festival\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe Borneo Bird Festival 2017 takes place from 20-22 October\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMore information of the bird festival can be obtained from the official \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.borneobirdfestival.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EBorneo Bird Festival website\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E. You can find the program, itinerary and other relevant information there, including contacting them.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor those interested in the Borneo Bird Festival 2017, contact the organisers for more information. This is also Malaysia's largest bird watching event and festival, which has been running for the last nine years.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-jnmqWRwVypo\/WV9hqKnfYsI\/AAAAAAAA5NY\/-YuHAcNO1uQ5BoxqJtAI1vMYPxlDpuimgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/crocker-range.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Banjaran Crocker\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"400\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-jnmqWRwVypo\/WV9hqKnfYsI\/AAAAAAAA5NY\/-YuHAcNO1uQ5BoxqJtAI1vMYPxlDpuimgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/crocker-range.jpg\" title=\"Crocker Range\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EA beautiful view of a sunset and rainbow from Crocker Range, the Keningau part\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe Borneo Bird Festival has also been held at numerous locations all over Sabah, namely at the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2010\/01\/rainforest-discovery-centre-rdc-sepilok.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ERainforest Discovery Centre in Sandakan\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, as this is the home ground for the birding event. It has also been held in Kinabalu National Park and now, at the Crocker Range National Park for 2017.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EOnce again, thank you Cede Prudente of the Borneo Bird Club for providing the Crocker Range National Park photos for this article. For those interested in bird watching in Sabah, this is one of the places closest to Kota Kinabalu city. Any comments, please leave them below.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/899377020621039749\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=899377020621039749\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/899377020621039749"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/899377020621039749"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/07\/crocker-range-national-park-photos.html","title":"Crocker Range National Park Photos "}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-dCguWrq1QlY\/WV9hO_zaMVI\/AAAAAAAA5NQ\/4i54kPo72qACVwCx-8-sDd2NiWjx5MQagCLcBGAs\/s72-c\/crocker-range-national-park.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Crocker Range, 89300 Tambunan, Sabah, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"5.75 116.5"},"georss$box":{"$t":"-25.1136145 75.191406 36.6136145 157.808594"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-3577042807758670843"},"published":{"$t":"2017-07-02T17:13:00.001+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-07-02T17:13:26.811+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Kuala Lumpur"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"LALaport Kuala Lumpur"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"LALaport Mall Kuala Lumpur"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Shopping"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Shopping in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Shopping Malls in Bukit Bintang"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"LaLaport Kuala Lumpur"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-w6lUzt9ePN4\/WVS0XaZh8QI\/AAAAAAAA5Gk\/AxlFUSKdbtQBMPoBbTfAj6YfAHkCiJWAQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/lalaport-kuala-lumpur.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"LaLaport MAll Kuala Lumpur\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"371\" data-original-width=\"529\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-w6lUzt9ePN4\/WVS0XaZh8QI\/AAAAAAAA5Gk\/AxlFUSKdbtQBMPoBbTfAj6YfAHkCiJWAQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/lalaport-kuala-lumpur.jpg\" title=\"LaLaport Kuala Lumpur\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWhat is LaLaport Kuala Lumpur? A confusing yet interesting name, but eventually this will be one of the new shopping malls in KL by 2021. LaLaport Kuala Lumpur is a brand under the people who brought you the Mutsui Outlet Park in Sepang, which is under the Mitsui Fudosan Company from Japan.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ELaLaport KL will be retail and shopping mall in the Bukit Bintang area of Kuala Lumpur or now branded as the BBCC. Construction of this project will commence in 2017 \u0026nbsp;and be ready by 2021, and will be the first LaLaport in Southeast Asia.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-Xl4JWzuw38A\/WVS0kKCMIyI\/AAAAAAAA5Go\/YuJnmGAgcVwc_anE4MwL7v1KzbdKGGNewCLcBGAs\/s1600\/lalaport-mall-kuala-lumpur.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"387\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-Xl4JWzuw38A\/WVS0kKCMIyI\/AAAAAAAA5Go\/YuJnmGAgcVwc_anE4MwL7v1KzbdKGGNewCLcBGAs\/s1600\/lalaport-mall-kuala-lumpur.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe LaLaport Mall in Kuala Lumpur model. (Image from Twitter)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003ELaLaport Kuala Lumpur\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe LaLaport mall will also have direct access to the LRT and KL Monorail stations as well as an access via a pedestrian deck to the MRT station. The mall will comprise of an extensive selection of 300 stores offering everything from high-end brands to daily life essentials, proposing a new style of living to the local community.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis project involves a shopping and retail mall, residences, a hotel, entertainment complex, transport hub, outdoor shopping street and offices.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAnd if you thought that Kuala Lumpur was no in need of any more shopping malls, well this is just one of the many massive projects that will be popping up in the next few years.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor tourist visiting Malaysia, you should know that Malaysia has always aimed to be one of the destinations for shopping tourism in Southeast Asia. This is mainly to be on par with neighbors of Singapore and Thailand.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-v7La5ZU_JOM\/WVS0_9ehXAI\/AAAAAAAA5Gw\/515U9CiKWdY-9ITnEc7NZZ5YZZamFCAUQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/lalaport-malaysia.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Malaysia LaLaport Mall\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"393\" data-original-width=\"501\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-v7La5ZU_JOM\/WVS0_9ehXAI\/AAAAAAAA5Gw\/515U9CiKWdY-9ITnEc7NZZ5YZZamFCAUQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/lalaport-malaysia.jpg\" title=\"LaLaport Malaysia\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EArtist impression of\u0026nbsp;LaLaport Kuala Lumpur\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EOver the last decade, many new shopping malls in Kuala Lumpur have opened up. Some massive ones, while others are specialty malls and not all of them located in the Golden Triangle of KL. They are spread out throughout the greater Kuala Lumpur region.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThere have also been a surge in shopping malls in Petaling Jaya, the satellite city just out of Kuala Lumpur with some huge malls being built. This has created some kind of mall culture among the Malaysians and also a great experience for local and foreign tourist visiting here.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/--i3mAHfKF0A\/WVS0ugjKEII\/AAAAAAAA5Gs\/6QuIPAGXq80c8NZ-Keis1OQYpYl0agY5gCLcBGAs\/s1600\/lalaport-kl-map.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Map of LaLaport KL Malaysia\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"304\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/--i3mAHfKF0A\/WVS0ugjKEII\/AAAAAAAA5Gs\/6QuIPAGXq80c8NZ-Keis1OQYpYl0agY5gCLcBGAs\/s1600\/lalaport-kl-map.jpg\" title=\"LaLaport Kuala Lumpur Map\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EA layout of LaLaport Kuala Lumpur showing what is going to be built\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ELaLaport Mall Kuala Lumpur\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ELocation: No.2,Jalan Hang Tuah,55100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ESite Area: Approximately 78,500 m2\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EStore Area: Approximately 80,000 m2\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EOpening: 2021\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EImage Sources:\u0026nbsp;http:\/\/www.mitsuifudosan.co.jp\/english\/corporate\/news\/2017\/0620\/index.html\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor now, the news was officially covered by the mainstream media and an official ground breaking ceremony was conducted in 2017. There is no other solid information available. The name LALaport Kuala Lumpur is also a tentative name.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe current name could be changed to LaLaport Mall Kuala Lumpur, but until there is more information available, it is currently named LaLaport Kuala Lumpur.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/3577042807758670843\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=3577042807758670843\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/3577042807758670843"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/3577042807758670843"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/07\/lalaport-kuala-lumpur.html","title":"LaLaport Kuala Lumpur"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-w6lUzt9ePN4\/WVS0XaZh8QI\/AAAAAAAA5Gk\/AxlFUSKdbtQBMPoBbTfAj6YfAHkCiJWAQCLcBGAs\/s72-c\/lalaport-kuala-lumpur.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"No 2, Jalan Hang Tuah, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"3.1413571 101.70800729999996"},"georss$box":{"$t":"-27.7222574 60.399413299999964 34.0049716 143.01660129999996"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-2651863626931943881"},"published":{"$t":"2017-06-22T13:13:00.001+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-06-22T13:13:45.302+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Kuala Lumpur"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Matta Fair"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Travel Fair"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Matta Fair"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Matta Fair 2017"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Matta Fair September 2017"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Travel Fair"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Matta Fair September 2017 "},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-_y9RwjyJ3K0\/WUtIHdLIYMI\/AAAAAAAA47U\/PCMqQCRniJcZC9Nvh6vWG__2z6qMwt8UACLcBGAs\/s1600\/matta-fair-september-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Matta Fair Sept \" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"419\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-_y9RwjyJ3K0\/WUtIHdLIYMI\/AAAAAAAA47U\/PCMqQCRniJcZC9Nvh6vWG__2z6qMwt8UACLcBGAs\/s1600\/matta-fair-september-2017.jpg\" title=\"Matta Fair September 2017 \" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMalaysia's largest travel market called \u003Cb\u003EMatta Fair September 2017\u003C\/b\u003E will take place from 8-10 September at the Putra World Trade Center in Kuala Lumpur. Over 1000 booths will showcase the best of tourism and travel in Malaysia and around the world.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe Matta Fair September 2017 is also the second fair for this year, as the first one took place in March, and at the same venue. In total, over 100,000 visitors will attend this travel fair over three days here in Kuala Lumpur.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-R85KlTaVtYI\/WUtPIA5WH6I\/AAAAAAAA47o\/4penpyfvuZEteo5RW6Hz7RemAM9ZPGeCwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/matta-september-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"September Matta Fair 2017\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"361\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-R85KlTaVtYI\/WUtPIA5WH6I\/AAAAAAAA47o\/4penpyfvuZEteo5RW6Hz7RemAM9ZPGeCwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/matta-september-2017.jpg\" title=\"Matta September 2017\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EVisitors at the Matta September Fair\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003EMatta Fair September 2017 - What To Expect\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EVisitors have become so accustomed to this travel fair, that many will wait for the Matta Fair to book their year end holidays. Most of the consumers will survey the destination they want, before purchasing the packages from the various travel agents.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAs the Matta Fair September 2017 is so huge, there are four main halls dedicated to individual travel destinations. For example, there is a Malaysian Hall, selling all kinds of travel packages around Malaysia.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAt the Malaysia Hall, you will also find local theme park operators selling entrance tickets or full packages which include hotel stays. Some other tourist attractions will also be seen selling admission tickets.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-H4ZNMVJOybI\/WUtPTVN76_I\/AAAAAAAA47s\/SSK5fbuVtHkP1Jhk0R5sX4lIfL4BfhXgQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/matta-fair-september.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"September Matta Fair\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"427\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-H4ZNMVJOybI\/WUtPTVN76_I\/AAAAAAAA47s\/SSK5fbuVtHkP1Jhk0R5sX4lIfL4BfhXgQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/matta-fair-september.jpg\" title=\"Matta Fair September\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EMalaysia Hall at the Matta Fair September\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EThe ASEAN Hall will feature all the tourism boards and travel agents from the ASEAN countries. You will find Indonesia, Singapore, Philippines, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Brunei, Myanmar and Vietnam booths here.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor those wanting to explore the ASEAN countries, this where you should head too. And with this year being Visit Asean 2017, there are sure to be a lot of special deals and packages available.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe following hall will be focusing on the long haul international countries. Here, you will find cruise companies, airline ticket counters and tourism boards promoting their destinations.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-DOsKafT1uXs\/WUtPkOabaJI\/AAAAAAAA474\/VA05S2sE1-wTqJflTFjRTcJa2C4mt1sEwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/apple-japan.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Matta Fair Malaysia 2017\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"402\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-DOsKafT1uXs\/WUtPkOabaJI\/AAAAAAAA474\/VA05S2sE1-wTqJflTFjRTcJa2C4mt1sEwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/apple-japan.jpg\" title=\"Malaysia Matta Fair 2017\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EOne of the tour companies in the international hall\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EThe main hall will be the largest hall promoting popular destinations like Japan, Korea, America, United Kingdom, Africa and so on. This is where you go if you have been planning that family trip to Japan or Korea.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAnd for the Muslim travelers, you can find some of the best travel packages for those wanting to experience another country and yet have Muslim facilities. Packages include Halal food and prayer rooms with stops for prayers.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAt Hall 1M, which is the mezzanine floor, you will find the Umrah Packages sold by the Muslim travel agents. This upper level hall is where the main stage area and also the food and beverage area will be located. The hall is just above Hall 1, international hall.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-7KCVTUxY6Yk\/WUtPcJHx3kI\/AAAAAAAA47w\/yZPgFQqD5IkxYe3guRkqRfY4m6iD6L7UQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/september-matta-fair.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Promotions for Matta Fair September 2017\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"374\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-7KCVTUxY6Yk\/WUtPcJHx3kI\/AAAAAAAA47w\/yZPgFQqD5IkxYe3guRkqRfY4m6iD6L7UQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/september-matta-fair.jpg\" title=\"Matta Fair September 2017 Promotions\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EPromotions held during the\u0026nbsp;Matta Fair September\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EMatta Fair September 2017 - Promotions\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMost of the promotions offered are only available at the Matta Fair. This means, when you see a package being offered, you will most likely not find it after the event.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe most common procedure or tactic consumers will use is to do window shopping before actually buying a package. Example: If you want to visit Japan on a budget, you will start going to the booths that sell Japan packages.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-xBy7FnsKCWg\/WUtRK-Fv1mI\/AAAAAAAA48I\/Qi3hLJ9bIq4iEue7BSHREU5AsfB4bz3igCLcBGAs\/s1600\/malaysia-matta-fair.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Matta Fair Malaysia\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"400\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-xBy7FnsKCWg\/WUtRK-Fv1mI\/AAAAAAAA48I\/Qi3hLJ9bIq4iEue7BSHREU5AsfB4bz3igCLcBGAs\/s1600\/malaysia-matta-fair.jpg\" title=\"Malaysia Matta Fair\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EVisitors attending the Malaysia Matta Fair\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EYou can also visit the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) booth to get more information about where to go in Japan. JNTO does not sell packages, but they provide information from all over the country.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThey invite different prefecture tourism organizations to come and showcase tourism products for each of their areas. Let's say, you have interest to visit Okinawa, you will have to go to the Okinawa Tourism booth to obtain information about the exotic Japanese Island.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThen after you have got the information needed, you proceed to any of the travel agents that sell Okinawa packages, and buy it from them.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-akEA_RixhMw\/WUtPfiLOcDI\/AAAAAAAA470\/CJCYCKkXIFwm9jnN-0_pXVTHoyyl9Y13QCLcBGAs\/s1600\/indonesia-tourism-malaysia.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Matta Fair Indonesia Tourism\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"399\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-akEA_RixhMw\/WUtPfiLOcDI\/AAAAAAAA470\/CJCYCKkXIFwm9jnN-0_pXVTHoyyl9Y13QCLcBGAs\/s1600\/indonesia-tourism-malaysia.jpg\" title=\"Indonesia Tourism at Matta Fair\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EIndonesia Tourism at the Matta Fair Malaysia\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EMatta Fair September 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWhen: 8-10 September 2017\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWhere: PWTC, Kuala Lumpur\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWhat Time: 10.00 AM to 9.00 PM\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EEntrance: RM4 per person (Below 12 years old, free)\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWebsite:\u0026nbsp;http:\/\/site.mattafair.org.my\/\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EI have been going to the Matta Fair for many years and every year, the fair seems to be getting larger and larger. More people are visiting the travel fair where a majority are those aged 30 and above.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EHowever, there has been a dip in travel purchases, due to the growth of the online industry. Many consumers are now turning towards online travel packages, flight tickets and accommodations nowadays and the numbers are growing.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-AZh2Lc3MxKE\/WUtQ6VIQ9RI\/AAAAAAAA48E\/8nT92ezODkY0xLf-OLVqniiRPM5KXfM3QCLcBGAs\/s1600\/matta-september.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Matta Sept 2017\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"421\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-AZh2Lc3MxKE\/WUtQ6VIQ9RI\/AAAAAAAA48E\/8nT92ezODkY0xLf-OLVqniiRPM5KXfM3QCLcBGAs\/s1600\/matta-september.jpg\" title=\"Matta September 2017\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EA customer getting some quotations on a travel package at Matta Fair\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EThere has also been a strong influence of foreigners visiting the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/10\/matta-fair-2017.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EMatta Fair 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;to buy international flight tickets and also travel packages, as it is sometimes a little cheaper. This works well for those who are confirmed to travel on a particular date.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EFor anyone who has not been to Malaysia's largest travel fair, this is a good opportunity to visit the Matta Fair September 2017. Who knows what you will learn or even buy there.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/2651863626931943881\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=2651863626931943881\u0026isPopup=true","title":"1 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/2651863626931943881"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/2651863626931943881"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/06\/matta-fair-september-2017.html","title":"Matta Fair September 2017 "}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-_y9RwjyJ3K0\/WUtIHdLIYMI\/AAAAAAAA47U\/PCMqQCRniJcZC9Nvh6vWG__2z6qMwt8UACLcBGAs\/s72-c\/matta-fair-september-2017.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"1"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"41, Jalan Tun Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"3.168713 101.69166310000003"},"georss$box":{"$t":"-27.6949005 60.383069100000029 34.032326499999996 143.00025710000003"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-8379931080470917395"},"published":{"$t":"2017-06-21T12:15:00.000+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-06-21T12:15:33.048+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"AirAsia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"AirAsia News"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"AirAsia X"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Airline News"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Aviation"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Aviation News"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Aviation News"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"AirAsia Cancels Flight Plans to Europe and USA"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-8X62u2nQZkA\/WUnx-ltR13I\/AAAAAAAA440\/2NOCIZ5wwC8niZReDftcUJOI6GsYHFRtACLcBGAs\/s1600\/airasia-cancels-flights-europe-usa.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"AirAsia Cancels Plans to fly to UK and US\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"393\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-8X62u2nQZkA\/WUnx-ltR13I\/AAAAAAAA440\/2NOCIZ5wwC8niZReDftcUJOI6GsYHFRtACLcBGAs\/s1600\/airasia-cancels-flights-europe-usa.jpg\" title=\"AirAsia Cancels Flight Plans to Europe and USA\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn aviation news,\u0026nbsp;AirAsia has indicated that they will cancels flight plans to Europe and USA. This was mentioned in a series of Tweets from it's CEO Tony Fernandes in June 2017.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe news comes to a shock to many as earlier in 2017, Asia's largest budget airline had strongly indicated that the would resume the AirAsia UK flights, and also to branch out into west coast USA, namely to the state of California.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EOne of the main reasons cited was that the group wanted to maintain focus on Asia before coming to any decision for ultra long haul flights. In February 2017, a news report stated that Datuk Kamarudin Meranun, one of the founders of AirAsia indicated that they had serious plans to venture into Europe and west coast USA, namely Los Angeles, Las Vegas and San Francisco.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-QVzSGPWQaew\/WUnyj25q2qI\/AAAAAAAA448\/8mOF5ySdvH8B4wxP4-7lAH9grG_gXWsmQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/airasia-no-plans-to-fly-to-europe-usa.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"341\" data-original-width=\"583\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-QVzSGPWQaew\/WUnyj25q2qI\/AAAAAAAA448\/8mOF5ySdvH8B4wxP4-7lAH9grG_gXWsmQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/airasia-no-plans-to-fly-to-europe-usa.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ETweets from Tony Fernandes indicating plans not to fly to the UK or USA\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.businesstraveller.com\/news\/2017\/06\/20\/air-asia-x-abandons-plans-europeus-west-coast\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EBusiness Traveller\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;has also run a report on this as well as \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/skift.com\/2017\/06\/19\/airasia-x-ceo-takes-to-twitter-to-call-off-plans-to-fly-to-europe-and-california\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ESkift\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, as the news is hot in the aviation industry now.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAirAsia X had been flying to Paris and London in 2011, and in 2012, they pulled out of both sectors. It was cited that the routes were not cost effective for the airline, though the flights were full. It is also said that perhaps the airline would consider, if the timing was right and with a more appropriate aircraft.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor now, AirAsia continues to fly to most countries around Asia, connecting one another through the AirAsia hubs. AirAsia also flies to Hawaii, via Japan with AirAsia Japan. The Osaka-Honolulu flights are probably the cheapest in the world too.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIf you have hopes of getting a budget flight to the UK or US, they may be shattered for now, but who knows what the future holds. AirAsia has known to surprise consumers from time to time. But for now, AirAsia has cancelled any intentions to fly to Europe and USA.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/8379931080470917395\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=8379931080470917395\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/8379931080470917395"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/8379931080470917395"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/06\/airasia-cancels-flight-plans-to-europe.html","title":"AirAsia Cancels Flight Plans to Europe and USA"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-8X62u2nQZkA\/WUnx-ltR13I\/AAAAAAAA440\/2NOCIZ5wwC8niZReDftcUJOI6GsYHFRtACLcBGAs\/s72-c\/airasia-cancels-flights-europe-usa.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"4.210484 101.97576600000002"},"georss$box":{"$t":"-11.794711 81.321469000000022 20.215679 122.63006300000002"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-565707434971272651"},"published":{"$t":"2017-06-20T20:44:00.000+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-06-21T19:24:42.014+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"BBF2017"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Bird Festivals in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Bird Watching"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Bird Watching in Sabah"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Borneo"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Borneo Bird Festival"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Borneo Bird Festival 2017"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Birding"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sabah"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Borneo Bird Festival 2017"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Yuh5H7eBMQo\/WUkLMSpABMI\/AAAAAAAA41o\/QAn8-MRGEbo_7qyAaFd-i9TeOiVRnAhsgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/borneo-bird-festival-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Pesta Burung Borneo 2017\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"415\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Yuh5H7eBMQo\/WUkLMSpABMI\/AAAAAAAA41o\/QAn8-MRGEbo_7qyAaFd-i9TeOiVRnAhsgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/borneo-bird-festival-2017.jpg\" title=\"Borneo Bird Festival 2017\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe \u003Cb\u003EBorneo Bird Festival 2017\u003C\/b\u003E\u0026nbsp;will be taking place at the Crocker Range National Park and also in Kota Kinabalu City from 20-22 October. This is also the 9th year that the bird festival is being held here in Sabah and is the largest bird festival in Malaysia.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EOrganised by the Sandakan Borneo Bird Club, the event has seen over 30,000 people visiting the festival over the years. International visitors have also grown due to the marketing programs conduct by the Borneo Bird Club at world bird fairs.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThis year, the unique venue of Crocker Range National Park was selected to assist in cross promoting tourism and awareness of the largest protected park in Sabah. This is also the first time the event is being held at the national park.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAround the park, you can also find the unique Rafflesia Forest Reserve, which is touted to be one of the unique places in Sabah. Crocker Range Park has also been recognized as a Biosphere Reserve by the International Coordinating Council for Biosphere Reserve (CRBR), a program under Unesco in 2014.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/--1UBw0Cspb8\/WUkLZuVJWVI\/AAAAAAAA41s\/ipmVR3w4_YIoDHZYXsKKntOtR-2L70ExwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/pesta-burung-borneo.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Pesta Burung Borneo \" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"408\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/--1UBw0Cspb8\/WUkLZuVJWVI\/AAAAAAAA41s\/ipmVR3w4_YIoDHZYXsKKntOtR-2L70ExwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/pesta-burung-borneo.jpg\" title=\"Pesta Burung Sabah\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EBirders in action at the last Borneo Bird Festival in Sabah, Malaysia\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003EBorneo Bird Festival 2017\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAs for the 9th Anniversary of the Borneo Bird Festival, a series of activities have been panned throughout the three day event at Kota Kinabalu and Crocker Range National Park.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EFor the Sabah Bird Race 2017, participants will be transferred to Crocker Range from Kota Kinabalu and back. This will be a full day event that ends at 4.00 PM.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThis year's theme is also \"Protect Our Songbirds and Hornbills\", is aimed at awareness towards heavy poaching and hunting of these beautiful birds in Sabah. There will be talks specifically for this and everyone is invited.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe main venue is at Imago Shopping Mall in Kota Kinabalu City where most of the bird watching products, books, equipment and talks will take place at.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe main launching event for the Borneo Bird Festival 2017 will also take place here. There will also be an exhibition of bird photos and children's activities going on at Imago Shopping Mall in Kota Kinabalu.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe main event, which is the Sabah Bird Race and Sabah bird photography race will be seeing many participants of all ages taking part, at the national park venue.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-AdOa7Wh8WLA\/WUkWqrxm1yI\/AAAAAAAA420\/eOgs22RDCJ8No47vpSPVGGjSZBT1aVCVQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/omicron-binoculars-malaysia.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"504\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-AdOa7Wh8WLA\/WUkWqrxm1yI\/AAAAAAAA420\/eOgs22RDCJ8No47vpSPVGGjSZBT1aVCVQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/omicron-binoculars-malaysia.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EOmicron Binoculars, one of the participants at the Borneo Bird Festival 2017\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EAnother fun activity at Crocker Range will be the guided bird walks, conducted by naturalist and the senior bird watchers of Sabah. This will allow beginners to participate in a walk to spot birds and flora around the park.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAs the indoor activities will be held at Imago Shopping Mall in city of Kota Kinabalu, you can expect many vendors selling bird memorabilia, books, cameras, binoculars and scopes.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EBrands such as Omicron, Kowa, Minox, Leica, Swarovski, Nikon, Sony, Canon and more will be showcasing the latest equipment and accessories.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-lKo7zPLCBVk\/WUkLp15vFBI\/AAAAAAAA41w\/0kBCZcwcDqszgH90ovXf0CZ4HqGJjCinACLcBGAs\/s1600\/kowa-malaysia-promotions.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Kowa Binoculars Scope Malaysia \" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"389\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-lKo7zPLCBVk\/WUkLp15vFBI\/AAAAAAAA41w\/0kBCZcwcDqszgH90ovXf0CZ4HqGJjCinACLcBGAs\/s1600\/kowa-malaysia-promotions.jpg\" title=\"Kowa Malaysia\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EKowa Malaysia, at a booth during one of the bird festivals in Malaysia\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EOther vendors include nature resorts from around Sabah, bird clubs from around Malaysia and Asia who cross promote their birding activities.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ETalks by renown naturalist, bird watchers and representatives from non governmental organisations are also one of the highlights during the event in Kota Kinabalu.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EIn general, the Borneo Bird Festival is the best place to get first hand information about the hobby of bird watching and photography in Sabah.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Y5LDrdaioXg\/WUkMAqm4yZI\/AAAAAAAA410\/Uco4R4yOKJMUmqPliyQHvSZBw1ADEMp6QCLcBGAs\/s1600\/important-birding-areas-sabah.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"IBA Sabah Borneo Malaysia\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"434\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Y5LDrdaioXg\/WUkMAqm4yZI\/AAAAAAAA410\/Uco4R4yOKJMUmqPliyQHvSZBw1ADEMp6QCLcBGAs\/s1600\/important-birding-areas-sabah.jpg\" title=\"Important Birding Areas in Sabah\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EA list of Important Birding Areas in Sabah or IBA. Crocker Range National Park is marked on the left side.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EBird Watching At Crocker Range National Park\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAs Crocker Range National Park is one of the top bird watching spots in Sabah, there are quite a number of endemic birds that can be spotted here. To know more about this, you can view the list of\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2014\/08\/endemic-birds-of-borneo.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EEndemic Birds of Borneo\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ECrocker Range National Park is well known to be a hot spot for Bornean montane endemics, namely the Bornean Barbet, Bornean Falconet, Bornean Leafbird, Whitehead’s Spiderhunter, several species of Hornbills, the Great Argus Pheasant and many more.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-rWbg09L9C2k\/WUkMaYtgbnI\/AAAAAAAA414\/qzTSWOzpE-csD9hyi_aTxEYvP60EZHdZACLcBGAs\/s1600\/bbf-2017-events.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Sabah Bird Festival 2017\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"427\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-rWbg09L9C2k\/WUkMaYtgbnI\/AAAAAAAA414\/qzTSWOzpE-csD9hyi_aTxEYvP60EZHdZACLcBGAs\/s1600\/bbf-2017-events.jpg\" title=\"Borneo Bird Festival Event\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EVisitors at the recent Borneo Bird Festival\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBorneo Bird Festival 2017\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;Information\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EDate: 20-22 October 2017\u003Cbr \/\u003EDay: Friday to Sunday\u003Cbr \/\u003ETime: 7.00 AM till 6.00 PM\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EVenue: Crocker Range National Park \u0026amp; Imgao Shopping Mall, Kota Kinabalu City\u003Cbr \/\u003EWebsite: \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.borneobirdfestival.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EBorneo Bird Festival\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003ECurrently, the website is still being updated and you will find more information somewhere in July or August. If you need more information, you can contact the Borneo Bird Club directly.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003EFor those in Sabah, you can also get information from the Sabah Tourism Board office along Gaya Street in KK City.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EHow to go to Crocker Range National Park\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ciframe allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m26!1m12!1m3!1d508183.4523626918!2d115.73748042981298!3d5.6866419424925!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!4m11!3e6!4m5!1s0x323b6995e6a6aba7%3A0xf182336a16947a7e!2sKota+Kinabalu%2C+Sabah!3m2!1d5.980408!2d116.07345679999999!4m3!3m2!1d5.4002989999999995!2d116.103169!5e0!3m2!1sen!2smy!4v1498043585705\" style=\"border: 0;\" width=\"600\"\u003E\u003C\/iframe\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EHow to go to Crocker Range National Park?\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EGenerally, you need to drive there from Kota Kinabalu City which takes you around two hours. There are currently no buses that go directly to the event, therefore you are required to take a taxi, UBER or Grab from Kota Kinabalu.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EYou can also rent a car and self drive to the event as it cost around RM150.00 per day for a basic car. There are many car rental companies found all over Kota Kinabalu city.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EFor those who require more information, you can also visit the Sabah Tourism Board office at Gaya Street in KK City.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-kWJIRjP16aU\/WUpWuCXeplI\/AAAAAAAA46A\/sf7D49ORnT4daeaknmwUHVBUmR7uDc99QCLcBGAs\/s1600\/manis-manis-resort-crocker-range.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Manis Manis Nature Resort Crocker Range\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"368\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-kWJIRjP16aU\/WUpWuCXeplI\/AAAAAAAA46A\/sf7D49ORnT4daeaknmwUHVBUmR7uDc99QCLcBGAs\/s1600\/manis-manis-resort-crocker-range.jpg\" title=\"Manis Manis Nature Resort Sabah\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EManis Manis Resort at Crocker Range National Park\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EAre There Hotels Around Crocker Range National Park?\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ETo be honest, there are only a couple of them. One is called Manis Manis Rooftop of Borneo Resort, which is located at the national park. If you really want to stay here, this is the best place. Other hotels are located in the area of Keningau.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThere is another resort named Uli Kimanis Resort, which is the other end of the national park, so please double check.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EMost of the hotels in Keningau are standard budget or basic hotels. We would recommend you look at the hotels to Kota Kinabalu, as the organisers will be providing a shuttle service back and forth for participants and visitors. Please contact organisers about this. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EPhotos Taken During The Borneo Bird Festival\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-lS_YyiOcx58\/WUkMw_T_pwI\/AAAAAAAA418\/DdhHIFmNgfomw7AAj0CZYtHz39ApWx-6gCLcBGAs\/s1600\/bird-watching-events-malaysia-2018.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Photos of Borneo Bird Festival\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"441\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-lS_YyiOcx58\/WUkMw_T_pwI\/AAAAAAAA418\/DdhHIFmNgfomw7AAj0CZYtHz39ApWx-6gCLcBGAs\/s1600\/bird-watching-events-malaysia-2018.jpg\" title=\"Borneo Bird Festival Photos\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EA Wallace Hawk Eagle photographed in Sandakan during the last bird watching event\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-dIZ8wqQezbo\/WUkMw4KLeSI\/AAAAAAAA42A\/x_5LGsnta18HWCuB8QiiWv1oW9PUx5RigCLcBGAs\/s1600\/bird-watching-marshalls.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Members of Borneo Bird Festival \" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"386\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-dIZ8wqQezbo\/WUkMw4KLeSI\/AAAAAAAA42A\/x_5LGsnta18HWCuB8QiiWv1oW9PUx5RigCLcBGAs\/s1600\/bird-watching-marshalls.jpg\" title=\"BorneoBirdFestival\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EMarshall's and some of the participants during the 2016 Borneo Bird Festival in Sandakan, Sabah\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Participants of Borneo Bird Festival\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"371\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-hF0_mz-OZ-A\/WUkMw3TDqiI\/AAAAAAAA42E\/jYVAZ2uOxdAC3SPLAY3DMZ8tQ-rzKjfJwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/borneo-bird-festival-2016.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"Borneo Bird Festival Participants \" \/\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EParticipants from the Borneo Bird Festival at Kinabalu Park in 2015\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-7zp6hThJUwM\/WUkMxe7WWpI\/AAAAAAAA42I\/OEYxJ9gPRTgrnmdyUHPeCB7b9A_cnkuCQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/trogon-sabah.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Bird Festival Malaysia\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"422\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-7zp6hThJUwM\/WUkMxe7WWpI\/AAAAAAAA42I\/OEYxJ9gPRTgrnmdyUHPeCB7b9A_cnkuCQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/trogon-sabah.jpg\" title=\"Scarlet Rumped Trogon Sabah\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EA Scarlet Rumped Trogon photographed at the Borneo Bird Festival in Sabah\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EBird Watching in Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn 2014,\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/02\/bird-watching-in-malaysia.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Ebird watching in Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;as looked into by the Tourism Ministry of Malaysia where they are keen in developing this unique hobby and also promoting it to the world.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EMalaysia is well known for quite a number of species of birds which are found in many different areas of the country. A total of over 780 species of birds is found throughout Malaysia.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EWikipedia has a \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/List_of_birds_of_Malaysia\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Elist of birds of Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for anyone interested to find out more as it is quite complete. You can also find both the English and scientific name of the birds of Malaysia.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-Ardjwul-xOA\/WUkOwI1pIKI\/AAAAAAAA42U\/hHyJx4mxL70Ic7y6D53krc2-9t-sGcSLQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/borneo-bird-watching-festival.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Birding Event in Malaysia\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"399\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-Ardjwul-xOA\/WUkOwI1pIKI\/AAAAAAAA42U\/hHyJx4mxL70Ic7y6D53krc2-9t-sGcSLQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/borneo-bird-watching-festival.jpg\" title=\"Bird Watching Festival in Malaysia\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ECrested Serpent Eagle circling the Borneo Bird Festival in Sabah\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-9r7Z5CQm7J0\/WUkOwZJ5cOI\/AAAAAAAA42Y\/ZwyiX2oI4zAv4cFsiTNSIN-McIfUuxdoACLcBGAs\/s1600\/borneobirdfestival2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Little Spiderhunter Sabah\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"397\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-9r7Z5CQm7J0\/WUkOwZJ5cOI\/AAAAAAAA42Y\/ZwyiX2oI4zAv4cFsiTNSIN-McIfUuxdoACLcBGAs\/s1600\/borneobirdfestival2017.jpg\" title=\"Burung Malaysia Spiderhunter\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ELittle Spiderhunter, spotted around the Borneo Bird Festival event area\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003ESabah was one of the pioneers who steered birding to where it is today and big thanks goes out to the Sandakan Borneo Bird Club who initiated the inaugural Borneo Bird Festival nine years ago with the assistance of Sabah Tourism Board.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ENow \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/01\/bird-watching-in-borneo.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EBird Watching in Borneo\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;has grown from a niche hobby to a general hobby with many locals and international participants taking part at the many birding events held around Sabah and also Malaysia. The upcoming Borneo Bird Festival 2017 is one birding event not to miss for any enthusiast.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/565707434971272651\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=565707434971272651\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/565707434971272651"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/565707434971272651"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/06\/borneo-bird-festival-2017.html","title":"Borneo Bird Festival 2017"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Yuh5H7eBMQo\/WUkLMSpABMI\/AAAAAAAA41o\/QAn8-MRGEbo_7qyAaFd-i9TeOiVRnAhsgCLcBGAs\/s72-c\/borneo-bird-festival-2017.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Crocker Range, 89300 Tambunan, Sabah, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"5.75 116.5"},"georss$box":{"$t":"-25.113614 75.191406 36.613614 157.808594"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-3683917816967849775"},"published":{"$t":"2017-06-15T18:19:00.002+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-06-15T18:19:17.211+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Bird Watching"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Bird Watching in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Bird Watching in Taman Negara"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Bird Watching Tours in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Birding in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Pahang"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Taman Negara"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Bird Watching in Taman Negara"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-9gk7_O-GvsI\/WUEpLT9UZwI\/AAAAAAAA4zI\/TIVCjqkEycY_6xwG7dcsKmS4g7MTDlscwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/bird-watching-in-taman-negara.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Taman Negara Bird Watching\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"397\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-9gk7_O-GvsI\/WUEpLT9UZwI\/AAAAAAAA4zI\/TIVCjqkEycY_6xwG7dcsKmS4g7MTDlscwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/bird-watching-in-taman-negara.jpg\" title=\"Bird Watching in Taman Negara\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThere are a few places for bird watching in Taman Negara for those interested in this hobby. The first thing you should know is that this is a rainforest area, and one of the oldest in the world dating to 130 million years old.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThis means, you will be doing tropical birding here and the main area for bird watching in Taman Negara is no other than around the park headquarters and its surroundings.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EHowever, for the serious birders, there are a few other places which are great for bird watching. Recently in late 2016 and early 2017, there has been a new place which opened for birding, and is a 10 minute drive out of the main area of Kuala Tahan in Taman Negara. Overall, there are over 350 species of birds recorded in the entire Taman Negara area.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-P1L0i5QYexg\/WUIrUSHBnII\/AAAAAAAA4zg\/jE_P-Znalhg2DkM5NVkFXsNIvvUx_wj_wCLcBGAs\/s1600\/bird-watching-taman-negara-national-park.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Taman Negara National Park Bird Watching\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"365\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-P1L0i5QYexg\/WUIrUSHBnII\/AAAAAAAA4zg\/jE_P-Znalhg2DkM5NVkFXsNIvvUx_wj_wCLcBGAs\/s1600\/bird-watching-taman-negara-national-park.jpg\" title=\"Bird Watching in \" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EA group of Hornbills perched on a tree at Taman Negara\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003EBird Watching in Taman Negara\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETo do bird watching here, you should know that Kuala Tahan will be your main gateway into Taman Negara National Park. Kuala Tahan is a small village town that offers accommodations, local restaurants, floating restaurants, tour desks and convenient shops.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThere is no modern cafes, restaurants or shopping malls found here. There are also no ATM machines or pharmacies found here. So, if you need to get any supplies or special items, make sure you get them before you leave the larger cities.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFrom Kuala Tahan, visitors will take the boat taxi service across the Tembeling River into the national park. Read this article on the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/05\/best-way-to-go-to-taman-negara.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Ebest way to go to Taman Negara\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for those wanting to find out how.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-OeunSaYquRw\/WUIrkPZZXCI\/AAAAAAAA4zk\/AhTVrVvYVR8YiHeh30GL5IZGLLYyJpG4gCLcBGAs\/s1600\/taman-negara-bird-photography.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Bird Photography at Taman Negara \" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"456\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-OeunSaYquRw\/WUIrkPZZXCI\/AAAAAAAA4zk\/AhTVrVvYVR8YiHeh30GL5IZGLLYyJpG4gCLcBGAs\/s1600\/taman-negara-bird-photography.jpg\" title=\"Taman Negara Bird Photography\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EA Great Hornbill seen at the Mutiara Resort\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EBird Watching Places in Taman Negara\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EBelow is a list of places for bird watching in Taman Negara, Pahang which is narrowed down for you. Some of these places are very popular while one of it is a new bird watching spot.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EIf you are looking for Broadbills, Taman Negara is home to many, which include\u0026nbsp;Green, Banded, and Black-and-yellow Broadbills. And if you are a fan of Barbets, look out for the\u0026nbsp;Gold-whiskered and Red-throated Barbets.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWhen you are here, your bird guide would most likely bring you to the popular ones where you can see the most birds. Again, this all depends on luck, weather and timing.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-2vwKDxsfKBw\/WUIr7ZF0OTI\/AAAAAAAA4zo\/Qp5pN7U3UDgIo2YpO-XQtL7LAriCRuR6gCLcBGAs\/s1600\/hornbill-valley.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Taman Negara Hornbill Valley\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"338\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-2vwKDxsfKBw\/WUIr7ZF0OTI\/AAAAAAAA4zo\/Qp5pN7U3UDgIo2YpO-XQtL7LAriCRuR6gCLcBGAs\/s1600\/hornbill-valley.jpg\" title=\"Hornbill Valley in Taman Negara\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EHornbill Valley in Taman Negara, one of the new bird watching spots here\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cu\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EThe list of bird watching places in Taman Negara are;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/u\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ELata Berkoh (Berkoh Waterfalls) \u003C\/b\u003E- This is one of the good places in the mornings or afternoons where the journey there will allow you to spot many birds. It is a short ride from the main area of Taman Negara.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHornbill Valley (Lembah Enggang)\u003C\/b\u003E - One of the very new areas for bird watching in Taman Negara where you can spot hornbills, barbets and many other birds. This location is actually by the main road and about 10 minute drive from Kuala Tahan. Your bird guide will drive you to the area where you alight from the vehicle and do bird watching by the road.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EBest time is just before 7.00 am and in the late afternoon. A total of 173 species of birds was spotted here on a bird count in April 2017. One of the star birds is no other than the Helmet Hornbill. The Hornbill Valley in Taman Negara is also gazetted as a conservation area.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-UYPG5XO8Eaw\/WUIsMFokULI\/AAAAAAAA4zs\/23N9N312aewKmU3W95o3pQfUnyZVAC5LwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/lembah-enggang.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Burung Taman Negara\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"397\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-UYPG5XO8Eaw\/WUIsMFokULI\/AAAAAAAA4zs\/23N9N312aewKmU3W95o3pQfUnyZVAC5LwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/lembah-enggang.jpg\" title=\"Lembah Enggang\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ELembah Enggang or Hornbill Valley in the morning\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETaman Negara Forest Loop Trail\u003C\/b\u003E - This is the easiest trail where it loops around the back of the Mutiara Resort. The walkway is boarded therefore it is an easy walk without worrying about leeches or bugs on the ground.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETaman Negara Swamp Loop Trail\u003C\/b\u003E - Another easy trail at the other end of the resort which is also boarded. Walking here requires silence in order to spot the birds in the bush or canopy. At one section, a swampy area is seen where birds are often spotted, but you need to be silent and slow here.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETahan Hide Trail\u003C\/b\u003E - This trail connects from the Forest Loop Trail and takes you all the way to the Tahan Hide, a loo out point for wildlife. Along the way, birds are spotted in the canopy and mid-canopy levels.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EJenut Muda Trail\u003C\/b\u003E - This is one of the very popular and best trails and is relatively easy. The Great Argus Pheasant is often spotted here along other star birds like the Banded Pitta, Gould's Frogmouth, Asian Paradise Flycatcher, Kingfishers, Woodpeckers and many others. Watch for the leeches here though.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-rWwqsVYlI-o\/WUJebbWo1hI\/AAAAAAAA40M\/Aa-L03QN0joG7k_UbOWXH0Gxy3oHtzU-ACLcBGAs\/s1600\/taman-negara-canopy-walk.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Canopy Walk at Taman Negara\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"371\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-rWwqsVYlI-o\/WUJebbWo1hI\/AAAAAAAA40M\/Aa-L03QN0joG7k_UbOWXH0Gxy3oHtzU-ACLcBGAs\/s1600\/taman-negara-canopy-walk.jpg\" title=\"Taman Negara Canopy Walk\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe Taman Negara Canopy Walk\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECanopy Walk Trail\u003C\/b\u003E - This is probably one of the active trails, from the park to the canopy walk. However, there are more birds spotted along the walk, versus the canopy walk as sometimes, there are many people on the canopy walk which distracts the birds.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBukit Teresek Trail \u003C\/b\u003E- This is the furthers trail at 2.5 km away from the park quarters. However, the journey here will bare fruit as many birds have been spotted at the first part of the trail. The unique Crestless Fireback is also spotted on this trail.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBeyond The Batek Orang Asli Village\u003C\/b\u003E - This requires you to take a long boat ride upriver, passing the popular ethnic Batek orang asli tribe village. The boat ride will take about 20-30 minutes through mild rapids to a spot upriver.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EHornbills are often sighted around here among other birds. But to be honest, I am yet to explore this part, therefore I will update this once I have visited this spot.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAround The Mutiara Resort\u003C\/b\u003E - This is the best for beginners as you can do some casual birding around the resort grounds. There is a local resident Great Hornbill by the name of Abu who is frequently seen in the trees around the resort reception area or the park headquarters area.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-OlXDSfa_b-k\/WUIsrRV0ieI\/AAAAAAAA4zw\/SNVppXHfzFo2tzslGpEZPaJe2FuUqboswCLcBGAs\/s1600\/taman-negara-bird-watching.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tembeling River Bird Watching\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"398\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-OlXDSfa_b-k\/WUIsrRV0ieI\/AAAAAAAA4zw\/SNVppXHfzFo2tzslGpEZPaJe2FuUqboswCLcBGAs\/s1600\/taman-negara-bird-watching.jpg\" title=\"Bird Watching Tembeling River\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EA Coucal spotted along the Tembeling River during a boat trip\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAlong The Tembeling River\u003C\/b\u003E - Usually, when you depart Taman Negara, you will take a two hour boat ride down the Tembeling River to Kuala Tembeling, where your van transfer will be waiting to take you back to KL. It is on this boat ride that you will spot a number of birds along the river.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EOn my journey back, I managed to spot broadbills, kingfishers, raptors, swallows, water birds and a few others. The trick is to sit behind the boat nearer to the boat captain, and he can slow the boat down when you want to photograph the birds. And no, he will not stop the boat for you, unless you are the only passenger.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EStar Birds of Taman Negara\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMost bird watchers or bird photographers come here in search of the many star birds of Taman Negara. They are mostly found at most areas while some of them require some serious trekking and just to highlight, you may not see them all in one trip. Perhaps less than half of the birds below. The list of star birds are;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMalaysian Rail-babbler\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMalaysian Blue Flycatcher\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EShort-toed Coucal\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBlue-winged Pitta\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EGould's Frogmouth\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ELarge Frogmouth\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EFerruginous Wood-Partridge\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMountain Peacock Pheasant\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ECrestless Fireback\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBarred Eagle Owl\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBay Owl\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMasked Finfoot\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EGreat Argus\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMalaysian Peacock Pheasant\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBlack-and-white Bulbul\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ERufous-tailed Sharma\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ERed-legged Crake\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EStorm’s Stork\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EWallace’s Hawk-Eagle\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBat Hawk\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EJambu Fruit Dove\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ERufous-collared Kingfisher\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EOlive-backed Woodpecker\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EGreat Slaty Woodpecker\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EScarlet-breasted Flowerpecker\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETrogons\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-kRQGrGmrqws\/WUItBHxNxTI\/AAAAAAAA4z0\/4nIIcWMKJPAGZKqR6hn7DDrWQXSgQfg_gCLcBGAs\/s1600\/birding-taman-negara.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Taman Negara Birding\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"387\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-kRQGrGmrqws\/WUItBHxNxTI\/AAAAAAAA4z0\/4nIIcWMKJPAGZKqR6hn7DDrWQXSgQfg_gCLcBGAs\/s1600\/birding-taman-negara.jpg\" title=\"Birding Taman Negara\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESome birds spotted sitting on a tree along the Tembeling River\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EBest Time For Bird Watching in Taman Negara\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor the avid birder, there are of course the best and worst times to do bird watching. From my point of view, as an amateur bird watcher, the worst time for this is during the school holidays, weekends, public holidays and the rainy season.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EI would advise to book your visit for a weekday, as the best bird guides would be free and there would be very few people around the national park. This way, you can fully enjoy your birding in Taman Negara without distraction and noise. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-meV51-QQgwE\/WUJd9ob0GUI\/AAAAAAAA40E\/Jv2O-C2lA4wpWHYQTPzEVirmTLSxuzDhQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/mutiara-taman-negara-chalet.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Chalet at Mutiara Taman Negara\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"382\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-meV51-QQgwE\/WUJd9ob0GUI\/AAAAAAAA40E\/Jv2O-C2lA4wpWHYQTPzEVirmTLSxuzDhQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/mutiara-taman-negara-chalet.jpg\" title=\"Mutiara Taman Negara Chalet\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EOne of the chalets at Mutiara Taman Negara\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EWhere To Stay In Taman Negara\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe golden question for birders. Depending on your budget, there are basic air condition rooms from the many budget hotels in Kuala Tahan. Even cheaper, there are homestays available. But for the optimum relaxation, there is the Mutiara Taman Negara Resort.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe resort is located in the national park where the park head quarters is. This is luxury in the rainforest and an average room would cost around RM350.00 (USD 80.00) per person, but you know you will get a good nights rest here.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EYour second choice would be the general guest houses which cost around RM120 to RM140 per room. They are basic, with attached bathroom, hot water and air condition.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EWhat is the Weather in Taman Negara?\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EJust to get you in the right attire, the weather in Taman Negara is pretty hot and humid with temperatures around 74°-88°F (23°-31°C).\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EHumidity gets really high in the late mornings and afternoons and expect random showers, unless it is the rainy season from October to January, it is not recommended for bird watching during the rainy season.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn general, you need to be as comfortable as you can be. Shorts, T-shirts or short sleeved light material clothes are recommended, along with comfortable hiking or trekking shoes. A hat is optional as you would most likely be in the rainforest under the canopy.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EWhat to Prepare For Taman Negara\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EJust like any other rainforest, you need to have a poncho or raincoat, lots of drinking water, leech socks (if you truly are scared of them), very basic first aid kit, energy bars and insect repellent (the local ones please). Other than that, you will perspire quite a bit, so you may need to bring along a towel or tissue for this. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIf you are lugging a bazooka lens with massive tripod, I would recommend you use a comfortable shoulder pad to carry your gear. a good pair of binoculars are recommended as the thick rainforest can be tricky to spot these birds.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EFor me, I use the mid level \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Omicron-Sport-Optics-364331110311778\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EOmicron Savvy IV HR\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;binoculars to spot birds. They are affordable and very easy to use, as I have brought the binoculars around the world with me. My last trip was to do \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/02\/bird-watching-in-flores.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Ebird watching in Flores\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, Indonesia in late 2016.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-wiMVaBoWjT4\/WUJeKcKEIVI\/AAAAAAAA40I\/wJesTiMJdS4_mNFRFx6vnjNSlXlLSA8cgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/birds-of-taman-negara.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Taman Negara Birds\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"423\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-wiMVaBoWjT4\/WUJeKcKEIVI\/AAAAAAAA40I\/wJesTiMJdS4_mNFRFx6vnjNSlXlLSA8cgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/birds-of-taman-negara.jpg\" title=\"Birds at Taman Negara\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESome of the river birds around Taman Negara\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EBooking a Bird Watching Tour in Taman Negara\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor those interested, you can make a booking through Ivy Holidays, a specialist based in Kuala Lumpur, who does Taman Negara tour packages, daily transfers, overnight stays and bird watching tours.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EYou can contact Ivy Holidays at: +6 010 900 8699 or email them (transport\u0026nbsp;@ ivyholidays.com)\u0026nbsp;. They offer bird watching tours in Taman Negara with some of the best local bird guides there.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThere are many other places to do \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/02\/bird-watching-in-malaysia.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Ebird watching in Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, while over the years, I have been pretty much active doing bird watching in Sabah and Sarawak, on the island of Borneo.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ESo, for the Peninsular, this place was an eye opener as the many birds spotted was quite interesting. You can also read this article for a complete list of \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/06\/birding-events-in-malaysia.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Ebirding events in Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, for the serious birders.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMy recent trip to Taman Negara was done with the company above where it took a four hour drive from Kuala Lumpur. I stayed at the Mutiara Taman Negara and explored the many places around here.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThis is also my first time doing bird watching in Taman Negara and it was a fruitful one and after that, I am planning to go back for another round of birding here.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/3683917816967849775\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=3683917816967849775\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/3683917816967849775"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/3683917816967849775"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/06\/bird-watching-in-taman-negara.html","title":"Bird Watching in Taman Negara"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-9gk7_O-GvsI\/WUEpLT9UZwI\/AAAAAAAA4zI\/TIVCjqkEycY_6xwG7dcsKmS4g7MTDlscwCLcBGAs\/s72-c\/bird-watching-in-taman-negara.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Malaysia National Park, Kuala Tahan, 27000 Kuala Tahan, Pahang, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"4.636008 102.40691800000002"},"georss$box":{"$t":"4.636008 102.40691800000002 4.636008 102.40691800000002"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-5802640159593006526"},"published":{"$t":"2017-06-07T19:59:00.003+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-07-07T22:12:10.641+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Borneo"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Music Festivals"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Music Festivals"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Music Festivals in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Rainforest World Music Festival"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"RWMF 2017"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sarawak"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sarawak Music Festivals"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Rainforest World Music Festival 2017 - 20th Anniversary"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KpGUDANCxg0\/WTfkxu7w3eI\/AAAAAAAA4rY\/vpMkDheSWvoNafn85WpQnNEnM-dkGf-rgCLcB\/s1600\/rainforest-world-music-festival-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"RWMF 2017\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"393\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KpGUDANCxg0\/WTfkxu7w3eI\/AAAAAAAA4rY\/vpMkDheSWvoNafn85WpQnNEnM-dkGf-rgCLcB\/s1600\/rainforest-world-music-festival-2017.jpg\" title=\"Rainforest World Music Festival 2017 - 20th Anniversary\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis year's \u003Cb\u003ERainforest World Music Festival 2017\u003C\/b\u003E will be the \u003Cb\u003E20th Anniversary\u003C\/b\u003E and it is held at the unique Sarawak Cultural Village. Can you imagine that is has been 20 years of running the RWMF, which originally started in 1997. And for this year, the 20th Anniversary of the Rainforest World Music Festival will take place from the 14-16 July.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EBranded as one of the must unique music festivals in the world, the setting of this festival takes place in a natural environment of a rainforest in the cultural village. The experience takes you into another world, combined with an array of world music from different parts of the earth.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ymrQlhxKff4\/WTfk9x3QeSI\/AAAAAAAA4rc\/7QVTUAZbE5oKE9vUvNXSftS5JkYiRpmAACLcB\/s1600\/rainforest-music-festival-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Rainforest World Music Festival 2017\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"405\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ymrQlhxKff4\/WTfk9x3QeSI\/AAAAAAAA4rc\/7QVTUAZbE5oKE9vUvNXSftS5JkYiRpmAACLcB\/s1600\/rainforest-music-festival-2017.jpg\" title=\"RWMF2017\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EOne of the world music performers at last years RWMF\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003ERainforest World Music Festival 2017 - 20th Anniversary\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor those who have attended the RWMF before, the good news is that there is something special planned for the 20th anniversary. Many fringe events have been arranged for the three day event, which includes a wellness program, music workshops, kids activities, talks and exhibitions.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor the music lineup of the Rainforest World Music Festival 2017, a total of 25 bands and artists will perform at the main stages and workshops throughout the festival. You can expect a well balanced genre of world music from four corners of the earth here.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-EdCydg0qzo8\/WTflkoWc83I\/AAAAAAAA4rk\/wBZu0T2pZqQTLmfUqIkb5RuN1jP3y4AAACLcB\/s1600\/rwmf2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Photo of Rainforest World Music Festival 2017\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"397\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-EdCydg0qzo8\/WTflkoWc83I\/AAAAAAAA4rk\/wBZu0T2pZqQTLmfUqIkb5RuN1jP3y4AAACLcB\/s1600\/rwmf2017.jpg\" title=\"Rainforest World Music Festival Photo\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EA Whirling Dervish performing at the last RWMF\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ERainforest World Music Festival 2017 Artist \/ Musicians Line Up\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Col\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E1511 O Maliao Maliao Dance Troupe (Malaysia)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EAbavuki (South Africa)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EAchanak (UK\/India)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EAt Adau (Sarawak\/Malaysia)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EBitori (Cape Verde)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EBa Cissoko (Guinea)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ECalan (Wales)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ECimarron (Colombia)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EDidier Laloy + Kathy Adam (Belgium)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EDom Flemons (USA)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EHanggai (China)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EHuw Williams (Wales)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EIlu Leto (Sarawak\/Malaysia)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EKelele (South Africa)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EO Tahiti E (Tahiti, French Polynesia)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EOkra Playground (Finland)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EPareaso (Korea)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ERadio Cos (Spain)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ERomengo (Hungry)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ESaing Waing Orchestra (Myanmar)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ESpiro (UK)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ESvara Samsara (Indonesia)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ETaiwu Ancient Ballads Troupe (Taiwan)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EThe Chipolatas (UK\/Australia)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EThe Paradise Bangkok Morlam International Band (Thailand)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ol\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-QBzYHBh2JWc\/WTfl3ItHTdI\/AAAAAAAA4ro\/cS-PpBlJ-c8OwKa3iQgGfOlW5KiZVQPmwCLcB\/s1600\/rwmf-photos.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Pictures of RWMF\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"390\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-QBzYHBh2JWc\/WTfl3ItHTdI\/AAAAAAAA4ro\/cS-PpBlJ-c8OwKa3iQgGfOlW5KiZVQPmwCLcB\/s1600\/rwmf-photos.jpg\" title=\"RWMF Photos\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EVisitors entering the\u0026nbsp;Rainforest World Music Festival\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003EEvents Happening At RWMF2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EBelow is a list of events that will take place during the 20th Anniversary of the\u0026nbsp;Rainforest World Music Festival 2017. They are from day to night and throughout the three days. All of the events take place inside the Sarawak Cultural Village, therefore you need to buy the tickets to enter the premises.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ERWMF Mini Sessions (Formerly Workshops)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe much anticipated music workshops will be the main highlights in the mornings and afternoons where visitors can choose which ones they want to attend. The mini sessions will be divided into three main areas of the cultural village.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ERWMF Theatre Stage Performances\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis is another popular segment where visitors can attend the theatre stage shows which are indoors, and in the afternoons. Explore the world music in a closed environment where musicians perform unique sounds from their respective countries.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-GO3EI1wk2a8\/WTfmE1K8jcI\/AAAAAAAA4rs\/AQvE7PmCX4AJjt2OHSRIHeGKjxIVEWBCQCLcB\/s1600\/rainforest-world-craft-bazaar.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Craft Bazaar Rainforest World Music Festival\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"396\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-GO3EI1wk2a8\/WTfmE1K8jcI\/AAAAAAAA4rs\/AQvE7PmCX4AJjt2OHSRIHeGKjxIVEWBCQCLcB\/s1600\/rainforest-world-craft-bazaar.jpg\" title=\"Rainforest World Craft Bazaar\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EA section of the Rainforest world Craft Bazaar\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ERainforest World Craft Bazaar 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAs every year, the Rainforest World Craft Bazaar will take place where local and ethnic crafts and jewelry will be displayed and also for sale. The bazaar will see over 30 booths that showcase some of the best native and ethnic work from all over Sarawak.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor anyone into ethnic jewelry or crafts, this is where you should be at. There will also be demonstrations, hands-on projects and many other activities taking place in the craft bazaar area of the cultural village. This special segment is organised by CraftHub Sarawak.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ERWMF Drum Circle\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EOne of the most popular events before the start of the live shows is the Drum Circle. Musicians gather around and perform drum rhythms together with the audience. This interactive show allows visitors to experience the moment with the artist in the open area near the main stage. Shows are at 5.15 PM daily.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-3JmNUpbh6yc\/WTflQEOfsoI\/AAAAAAAA4rg\/Wot_5rGOpmEtO01NQx7Ak8iIR5XcYtFcwCEw\/s1600\/rainforest-music-festival-bands.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Photos of Rainforest World Music Festival 2017\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"403\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-3JmNUpbh6yc\/WTflQEOfsoI\/AAAAAAAA4rg\/Wot_5rGOpmEtO01NQx7Ak8iIR5XcYtFcwCEw\/s1600\/rainforest-music-festival-bands.jpg\" title=\"Rainforest World Music Festival Pictures\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EOne of the world music performers during the\u0026nbsp;Rainforest World Music Festival\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EPustaka Bookaroo\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor the kids, yes, the kids were not left out as the Bookaroo Library or Pustaka Bookaroo will provide interesting workshops for kids aged 7-12 years old. Held in one of the museum houses, this workshop promises an interactive and exciting for both, parent and kids.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EAsian Food Kitchen\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EA dedicated Asian kitchen will be offered at this year's RWMF where visitors can experience the many types of Asian cuisine from local hawker to fusion dishes. As to what kind of Asian food will be served, well, let us just say it's local and interesting. Definitively worth exploring, if you are a foodie.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ERWMF Wellness Program\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EA special feature for the 20th anniversary is the wellness program where renown speakers will share knowledge and information about the world of wellness. This includes talks, meditation, yoga, personal training, Budokan, Zumba and performances. If you are into the fitness and wellness scene, this program is not to be missed.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-6D732a3lCjE\/WTfmyE19R5I\/AAAAAAAA4r0\/YzyLIXR-musTm-fBTVrgvERwiL9YCHUkACLcB\/s1600\/rainforest-world-music-festival-2017-photos.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Crowd Photos Rainforest World Music Festival 2017\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"397\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-6D732a3lCjE\/WTfmyE19R5I\/AAAAAAAA4r0\/YzyLIXR-musTm-fBTVrgvERwiL9YCHUkACLcB\/s1600\/rainforest-world-music-festival-2017-photos.jpg\" title=\"Rainforest World Music Festival Crowd\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe crowd at last years\u0026nbsp;Rainforest World Music Festival\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ERainforest World Music Festival 2017 - 20th Anniversary\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWhen: 14-16 July, 2017\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWhere: Sarawak Cultural Village, Santubong, Kuching\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETickets: Door Sale RM152.00 (\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/rwmf.net\/tickets\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ERWMF Tickets\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E)\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor more detailed information, please visit the official \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/rwmf.net\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ERWMF website\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-MgpIRR59JIs\/WTfnldFL2TI\/AAAAAAAA4sE\/AbmgdiO4MUEFcB-_bGuIDpH5sZ4mHF_3QCEw\/s1600\/rwmf-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"2017 RWMF\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"397\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-MgpIRR59JIs\/WTfnldFL2TI\/AAAAAAAA4sE\/AbmgdiO4MUEFcB-_bGuIDpH5sZ4mHF_3QCEw\/s1600\/rwmf-2017.jpg\" title=\"RWMF 2017\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EOne of the local ethnic people of Sarawak pose by a traditional bamboo bridge at RWMF\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-VUNLI30A8VI\/WTfnGJf-15I\/AAAAAAAA4r8\/hlQ5StULBUIvtQgg1BnHi4Olf3MZBUgmgCEw\/s1600\/rainforest-world-music-festival-sarawak.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Sunset at Rainforest World Music Festival \" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"397\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-VUNLI30A8VI\/WTfnGJf-15I\/AAAAAAAA4r8\/hlQ5StULBUIvtQgg1BnHi4Olf3MZBUgmgCEw\/s1600\/rainforest-world-music-festival-sarawak.jpg\" title=\"Rainforest World Music Festival Sunset\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EA beautiful sunset seen at Damai Beach, just next to the Rainforest World Music Festival\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-VKTMU0bTp0Y\/WTfmiTr8ztI\/AAAAAAAA4r8\/yxWRGU9rcm8K09TT-JT-L_0SteE9oNJNQCEw\/s1600\/rainforest-world-music-festival.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"RWMF 20th Anniversary\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"468\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-VKTMU0bTp0Y\/WTfmiTr8ztI\/AAAAAAAA4r8\/yxWRGU9rcm8K09TT-JT-L_0SteE9oNJNQCEw\/s1600\/rainforest-world-music-festival.jpg\" title=\"Rainforest World Music Festival 2017\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E20th Anniversary of the Rainforest World Music Festival 2017\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EI will be attending the 20th Anniversary Rainforest World Music Festival as it is a yearly ritual for me, and every year, I walk away very impressed. If you have been longing for an international level world-class event, this is one of them to attend. If you are not able to attend this, you can also see the other \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2013\/09\/music-festivals-in-sarawak.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Emusic festivals in Sarawak\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;as they happen on different times in the year.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ERainforest World Music Festival For Newbies\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EHonestly, I could not believe that a good friend who I have been working with over the last 5-6 years, finally came up with a travel blog. His articles called \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/kibinstraveladventures.wordpress.com\/2017\/07\/06\/rainforest-world-music-festival-2017-10-tips-for-a-newbie\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ERainforest World Music Festival Tips for Newbies\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, was one of his first few articles. Well done on a great job writing this guide.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAlso, another new found travel blogger friend all the way in Miri is Alyssa, who wrote a great article about the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/thejarenwanders.com\/2017\/06\/03\/the-ultimate-guide-to-the-rainforest-world-music-festival\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EUltimate Guide to the Rainforest World Music Festival 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E. which is pretty informative. Again, this guide is very general and targets the 20-30's audience.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EConclusion\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ESarawak is also an amazing destination for travel, provided you love nature, culture and adventure. There are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, incredible rainforest, amazing national parks and fascinating cultures waiting to be discovered. Here is also a list of \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/06\/things-to-do-at-rainforest-world-music.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Ethings to do at the Rainforest World Music Festival\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, for those who are staying around the Santubong area.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ENote that the RWMF is located about one hours drive from the city of Kuching, and if you need to travel, you should plan well ahead. There is UBER and Grab available as well. A special shuttle bus service is also provided for a small fee from the city to the event.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThere are in fact a number of \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/03\/music-festivals-in-malaysia.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Emusic festivals in Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;which you can attend, throughout the year and the most longest and successful one is no other than the Rainforest world Music Festival, which is now the 20th Anniversary since starting back in 1997. See you there.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/5802640159593006526\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=5802640159593006526\u0026isPopup=true","title":"1 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/5802640159593006526"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/5802640159593006526"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/06\/rainforest-world-music-festival-2017.html","title":"Rainforest World Music Festival 2017 - 20th Anniversary"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KpGUDANCxg0\/WTfkxu7w3eI\/AAAAAAAA4rY\/vpMkDheSWvoNafn85WpQnNEnM-dkGf-rgCLcB\/s72-c\/rainforest-world-music-festival-2017.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"1"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Rainforest World Music Festival 2017, Kampung Budaya Sarawak, 93010 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"1.7493388383611961 110.31673914973749"},"georss$box":{"$t":"1.7473548383611961 110.31421764973749 1.7513228383611961 110.31926064973749"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-6958784450995582250"},"published":{"$t":"2017-06-01T13:06:00.001+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-06-01T22:33:42.898+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Borneo"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Food"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Food in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Food in Sabah"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Food"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sabah"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sandakan"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Things to do in Sabah"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Things to do in Sandakan"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Sandakan Food Festival 2017"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-l0XI3BzSz1U\/WSllcbLPnwI\/AAAAAAAA4nw\/QJl65stbO9wUDW_tY7DmJF8mO7M5vlGtwCLcB\/s1600\/sandakan-food-festival-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Food Festival in Sandakan\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"408\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-l0XI3BzSz1U\/WSllcbLPnwI\/AAAAAAAA4nw\/QJl65stbO9wUDW_tY7DmJF8mO7M5vlGtwCLcB\/s1600\/sandakan-food-festival-2017.jpg\" title=\"Sandakan Food Festival 2017\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003ESandakan Food Festival 2017\u003C\/b\u003E\u0026nbsp;is scheduled to take place in the city of Sandakan in East Coast Sabah from 26 August to 2nd September. This years theme will be Oceans, Land and Forest and during this 9-day unique food event, you will be able to find some of the best local east coast Sabah food. This culinary event is also aimed at promoting the local food scene in Sandakan where the place is also well known for its nature and adventure.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ESandakan is located in the east coast of Sabah where it is accessible via flights from Kota Kinabalu and Kuala Lumpur where there are a number of flights that fly direct here via AirAsia or Malaysia Airlines. Those wanting a little extra adventure can even rent a car from Kota Kinabalu and drive overland for about six hours to Sandakan.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-4FGcr4J1vP0\/WS-bkfSF0cI\/AAAAAAAA4p4\/MKOAbdV3NWk2nGNPLgoCuFIWQi3fna_TACLcB\/s1600\/pesta-makan-sandakan-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Makanan Sandakan\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"387\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-4FGcr4J1vP0\/WS-bkfSF0cI\/AAAAAAAA4p4\/MKOAbdV3NWk2nGNPLgoCuFIWQi3fna_TACLcB\/s1600\/pesta-makan-sandakan-2017.jpg\" title=\"Pesta Makan Sandakan \" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ETraditional Sabah Food in Sandakan - Kadazan Cuisine\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003ESandakan Food Festival 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor the\u0026nbsp;Sandakan Food Festival, food travelers or foodies will be in for a treat as there is much to explore, especially the seafood here where many claim it is much fresher and cheaper than in other parts of Sabah. A barter trading and fishing sector, the city is also a morning city where it gets extremely lively from as early as six in the morning till after lunch.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAs I have been here many times over the last ten years or so, I have tried quite a variety of the local Sandakan food which ranges from Chinese to Malay and even some of the ethnic local favourites and for foodies, the best place to start exploring is of course around the main Sandakan city area.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-ooOx7dLkyrg\/WS-b7rUHZeI\/AAAAAAAA4p8\/U3G7KQF6SdA6WOZng8BUbBkJQ5ydmUSmgCLcB\/s1600\/sabah-food-festival.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Food Festival in Sabah\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"387\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-ooOx7dLkyrg\/WS-b7rUHZeI\/AAAAAAAA4p8\/U3G7KQF6SdA6WOZng8BUbBkJQ5ydmUSmgCLcB\/s1600\/sabah-food-festival.jpg\" title=\"Sabah Food Festival\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EDim Sum in Sandakan\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003ETo fully explore the Sandakan food culture, you need to also move around from the city outwards and the way the areas are measured are using miles, therefore Mile One all the way to Mile 32 and a popular area out of the city is no other than Mile Four where you can find lots of restaurants, coffee shops and cafes.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003ESandakan Food Festival 2017\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EDate: 26 Aug to 2 Sept 2017\u003Cbr \/\u003EVenue: Sandakan City\u003Cbr \/\u003ESFF2017 Facebook Page -\u0026nbsp;https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sandakanfoodfest\/\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe Sandakan Food Festival is brought to you by the Sandakan Food Project (SFP) and the Sandakan Tourism Association. The SFP is a very small group of Sandakan citizens with a passion for preserving and advancing the local food heritage in this east coast city of Sabah, Borneo.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EPhotos of Sandakan, Sabah\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-iEwRPIHGN5Q\/WS-cOpihksI\/AAAAAAAA4qA\/yP0H7g0u_AQnxJ0Yuhmhw2Wt6fOxsLaLACLcB\/s1600\/sandakan-food-fest.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"372\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-iEwRPIHGN5Q\/WS-cOpihksI\/AAAAAAAA4qA\/yP0H7g0u_AQnxJ0Yuhmhw2Wt6fOxsLaLACLcB\/s1600\/sandakan-food-fest.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESteamboat in Sandakan at Restoran 1Malaysia on Trig Hill (No Pork)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Seafood Bak Kut Teh Sandakan\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"406\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-bu_BGrI2wOs\/WS-cUfX2fCI\/AAAAAAAA4qE\/lz_JTpqRk90nPnahHHSaQK7e7xj_zGxYACLcB\/s1600\/food-festival-sandakan.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"Seafood Bak Kut Teh \" \/\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESeafood Bak Kut Teh in Sandakan, one of the best in Malaysia\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EFor Bak Kut Teh lovers, the famous Seafood Bak Kut Teh in Sandakan is something you should try. It's probably the best in Malaysia or even the world. They have been doing this for years and habve perfected the combination of seafood and the Bak Kut Teh herbs and soup.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-Hyv7_fxZEJI\/WS-cYVHxb1I\/AAAAAAAA4qI\/YxW2T7Jy3q8IglZaq6LPKztpHVrHfWabgCLcB\/s1600\/ikan-bakar-sandakan.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Ikan Bakar Mama Resepi at Pasar Sim Sim\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"433\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-Hyv7_fxZEJI\/WS-cYVHxb1I\/AAAAAAAA4qI\/YxW2T7Jy3q8IglZaq6LPKztpHVrHfWabgCLcB\/s1600\/ikan-bakar-sandakan.jpg\" title=\"Ikan Bakar Mama Resepi Sandakan\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EIkan Bakar Mama Resepi at Pasar Sim Sim, Sandakan\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EFor those who love grilled fish, Mama Resepi at Pasar Sim Sim is the place to try it. No one does it better than Mama herself. All the seafood here is delivered freshly on a daily basis and you can choose from fish, crabs, prawns and squid to be grilled.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-04cMp_vFbH8\/WS-ciDhExxI\/AAAAAAAA4qM\/vei77oqtIzoFUq66Hj3JDjT2ZlG7G0U0wCLcB\/s1600\/sandakan-photo.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Photo of Sandakan City\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"397\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-04cMp_vFbH8\/WS-ciDhExxI\/AAAAAAAA4qM\/vei77oqtIzoFUq66Hj3JDjT2ZlG7G0U0wCLcB\/s1600\/sandakan-photo.jpg\" title=\"Sandakan City\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESandakan City before sunset\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EIf you visit the Ba Lin Roof Top Bar of Nak Hotel in Sandakan, this is the amazing view of Sandakan City. Truly one of the best places to catch the beautiful Sandakan Sunset with cocktail in hand.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-7b2xB-z-kfw\/WS-cmD0r4xI\/AAAAAAAA4qQ\/G6ufrQzrTAYFYM6qd5C_z_sAgtzvUdiZwCLcB\/s1600\/sandakan-sabah.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"388\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-7b2xB-z-kfw\/WS-cmD0r4xI\/AAAAAAAA4qQ\/G6ufrQzrTAYFYM6qd5C_z_sAgtzvUdiZwCLcB\/s1600\/sandakan-sabah.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESandakan view from the Four Points Sheraton Hotel\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EWhere to Stay in Sandakan\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThere are a few notable hotels found in Sandakan city area, and depending on your budget, you can choose from the Four Points Sheraton Sandakan, Sabah Hotel, Nak Hotel, Sandakan Styles Hotel or the many other budget hotels here. Check this list from Google for \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=sheraton+sandakan\u0026amp;oq=sheraton+sandakan\u0026amp;aqs=chrome..69i57j0l5.3168j0j7\u0026amp;sourceid=chrome\u0026amp;ie=UTF-8#q=hotels+sandakan\u0026amp;rflfq=1\u0026amp;rlha=1\u0026amp;rlla=0\u0026amp;rllag=5843443,118117400,629\u0026amp;tbm=lcl\u0026amp;hotel_dates=2017-06-15,2017-06-16\u0026amp;tbs=lf_hd:-1,lf_ho:2,lrf:!1m4!1u13!2m2!13m1!1b1!1m4!1u10!2m2!11m1!1e8!2m1!1e13!2m7!1e17!4m2!17m1!1e3!4m2!17m1!1e8!2m21!1e7!4m4!7m3!1m1!1u30!3sUSD!4m4!7m3!1m1!1u40!3sUSD!4m4!7m3!1m1!1u50!3sUSD!4m4!7m3!1m1!1u70!3sUSD!2m1!1e2!2m1!1e4!2m4!1e10!4m2!11m1!1e8!3sEAE,lf:1,lf_ui:6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Ehotels in Sandakan\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;if you need more information.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EIf you are exploring Borneo, you can also read about \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/12\/where-to-go-in-sabah-for-2017.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Ewhere to go in Sabah for 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;as I have highlighted the best places to visit around here. This guide would also help you to select the interesting places which include Sandakan.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor the\u0026nbsp;Sandakan Food Festival 2017, I believe it will be held in the main town area due to accessibility and also the infrastructure plus all the main hotels are located around here too. For anyone wanting to experience the east coast Sabah food culture, be sure to check out Sandakan City as it is one of the best places to try some of the unique foods from North Borneo.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/6958784450995582250\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=6958784450995582250\u0026isPopup=true","title":"2 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/6958784450995582250"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/6958784450995582250"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/06\/sandakan-food-festival-2017.html","title":"Sandakan Food Festival 2017"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-l0XI3BzSz1U\/WSllcbLPnwI\/AAAAAAAA4nw\/QJl65stbO9wUDW_tY7DmJF8mO7M5vlGtwCLcB\/s72-c\/sandakan-food-festival-2017.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"2"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"5.8394439999999994 118.11717290000001"},"georss$box":{"$t":"5.3339249999999989 117.47172590000001 6.344963 118.76261990000002"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-1540780621452827652"},"published":{"$t":"2017-05-30T19:51:00.002+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-05-30T19:51:45.212+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Theme Parks"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Theme Parks"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Theme Parks in Malaysia"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Malaysia Theme Parks: The Ultimate Family Guide"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-e6MwwGTDsbc\/WS0VOeSRnSI\/AAAAAAAA4os\/oDhxC-hSjsUJ2E_mgLyJa4JNxN6wunOBwCLcB\/s1600\/malaysia-theme-parks.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Theme Parks Malaysia\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"400\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-e6MwwGTDsbc\/WS0VOeSRnSI\/AAAAAAAA4os\/oDhxC-hSjsUJ2E_mgLyJa4JNxN6wunOBwCLcB\/s1600\/malaysia-theme-parks.jpg\" title=\"Malaysia Theme Parks\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIf you are wondering what kind of Malaysia Theme Parks are available, this ultimate guide is created to assist anyone looking for some family fun. There are actually quite a number of theme parks in Malaysia to choose from, and at different states, there are different kinds of theme parks too.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ESome of them are basic theme parks while others are world class international ones. Depending on where you in Malaysia, there is always a theme park or water park available for just about anyone. This list will go through the popular theme parks in Malaysia.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003EMalaysia Theme Parks: The Ultimate Family Guide\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-axiPCbvVx14\/WS0Vb6bIQUI\/AAAAAAAA4ow\/dE1EL1v_2kwblnTZO0vyLKhHqxtWAe72gCLcB\/s1600\/berjaya-times-square-theme-park.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Roller Coaster Berjaya Times Square\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"366\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-axiPCbvVx14\/WS0Vb6bIQUI\/AAAAAAAA4ow\/dE1EL1v_2kwblnTZO0vyLKhHqxtWAe72gCLcB\/s1600\/berjaya-times-square-theme-park.jpg\" title=\"Berjaya Times Square Theme Park\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EInside Berjaya Times Square, an indoor theme park\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EKuala Lumpur Theme Parks\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBerjaya Times Square Theme Park\u003C\/b\u003E - As Kuala Lumpur is the capital of Malaysia, most visitors, local or international will surely visit here. And if you are travelling with kids, you will most likely visit the\u003Cb\u003E \u003C\/b\u003EBerjaya Times Square Theme Park, which is a one stop family entertainment and shopping center. While mummy does some shopping, daddy can take the kids to the only indoor theme park in KL city. Berjaya Times Square Theme Park is located in the golden triangle of Kuala Lumpur and is accessible by the KL Monorail.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPetaling Jaya Theme Parks\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ESunway Lagoon\u003C\/b\u003E - For those planning to visit one of the largest shopping and entertainment malls in Petaling Jaya or PJ, you would be heading to the Sunway area where a world-class integrated shopping mall is connected to the famous Sunway Lagoon Water and Theme Park. Truly one of the best homegrown brands, Sunway Lagoon is a full fledged water and theme amusement park that caters to the entire family. There is a wave pool, man-made beach and many different rides available here.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EKidzania Malaysia\u003C\/b\u003E - Located in the Mutiara Damansara area where you can find IKEA PJ, The Curve Shopping Mall and Ikano Power Centre is Malaysia's only Kidzania. This wonderland for children is an interactive theme park where they can actually learn while having fun. Parents can leave their kids under supervision and focus on shopping in the area where the other malls are strategically located. Kidzania Malaysia is located about 30 minutes drive from Kuala Lumpur city.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EMelaka Theme Parks\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-ecBtNep2ros\/WS0VsjKzebI\/AAAAAAAA4o0\/90s89fum4PUqNJKXuchw8ktxmK3eXqooACLcB\/s1600\/afamosa-theme-park.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"A'Famosa Resort\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"394\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-ecBtNep2ros\/WS0VsjKzebI\/AAAAAAAA4o0\/90s89fum4PUqNJKXuchw8ktxmK3eXqooACLcB\/s1600\/afamosa-theme-park.jpg\" title=\"A'Famosa Theme Park\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EOne of the water rides at A'Famosa Resort in Melaka\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003EA'Famosa Resort \u003C\/b\u003E- Just 90 minutes drive from Kuala Lumpur, you will be in historical Melaka which is a popular day trip tourist attraction. Before reaching Melaka, you can stop at the A'Famosa Resort and Theme Park which is another big homegrown brand. Treat your family to the unique Old West Cowboy Town, Water World and Safari Wonderland. If that is not enough, you can also shop at Freeport Melaka, the first factory outlet in this state. This experience combines resort living, family fun, entertainment and shopping in one trip.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EPahang Theme Parks\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBukit Gambang Resort City \u003C\/b\u003E- Located nearer to Kuantan is the Bukit Gambang Resort City, which has made its name popular among the local Malaysians. They have the largest Zoo Safari in Malaysia apart from a modern water park, paintball area and a resort which makes this a one-stop family fun center. Recently revamped in the last couple of years, Bukit Gambang Resort is now on par with other water parks and \u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/vc\/m\/theme-parks-in-malaysia\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Etheme parks in Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E20th Century Fox World Malaysia \u003C\/b\u003E- The former Genting Highlands Theme Park is currently undergoing a world class revamp where the first \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/11\/20th-century-fox-world-genting.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003E20th Century Fox World Genting theme park\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;will open here in Malaysia. After much delays, the operators have announced that the new Genting Theme Park will be opening its doors in early 2018, so this is something to look out for. Imagine a world class theme park 2000 meters up in the cooling highlands of Malaysia. Resorts World Genting is only a one hour drive from Kuala Lumpur city too.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EJohor Theme Parks\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-i7UXBkS0L4k\/WS0WA1CsDdI\/AAAAAAAA4o4\/St-OXYgjEIwY9yweJRChibjD0I7Hlj-WwCLcB\/s1600\/theme-parks-johor-malaysia.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Johor Theme Parks\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"391\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-i7UXBkS0L4k\/WS0WA1CsDdI\/AAAAAAAA4o4\/St-OXYgjEIwY9yweJRChibjD0I7Hlj-WwCLcB\/s1600\/theme-parks-johor-malaysia.jpg\" title=\"Legoland Malaysia Theme Park\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe Legoland Malaysia Water Park, just next to the theme park\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003ELegoland Malaysia\u003C\/b\u003E - If you are a huge Lego fan, this theme park in Johor will be your ultimate haven. \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2011\/08\/legoland.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ELegoland\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;Malaysia is the first international chain to open in Asia, and has been attracting visitors from all over the region. They offer more than 70 activities and rides for anyone aged from three years and above. Indoor and outdoor activities are available, including the first 3D simulator ride called Ninja-Go. There is also the Legoland Water Park and Hotel which is all interconnected, and possibly in 2018, there will also be the Legoland Aquarium.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPuteri Harbour Family Theme Park\u003C\/b\u003E - For kids, and those who love Hello Kitty, the Puteri Harbour Family Theme Park is the place to visit. Housed indoors, there are three main sections in this family theme park. The Thistle Hotel is conveniently located just next door, making it easy for families who want to travel here. Plus, Legoland Malaysia and the Johor Premium Outlets is only 20 minutes away. This park is excellent for those with kids under 12 years old, and especially if they love Hello Kitty.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAngry Birds Activity Park\u003C\/b\u003E - Imagine a 26,000 square feet indoor park where kids can let loose. Yes, the Angry Bird Activity Park in Johor is the perfect place to combine lifestyle, shopping and family fun in one visit. Located on the third floor of Komtar JBCC Shopping Mall, this first of it's kind activity theme park offers play pits, climbing area, mini track, toddler's playing area, a themed cafe and also an interesting souvenir shop.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EPerak Theme Parks\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-_v9ePH4-W48\/WS0WQ978SbI\/AAAAAAAA4pQ\/A4KgLtZ8Wp0MCBdF3d3ZM0op9AkxcWjnwCLcB\/s1600\/lost-world-tambn-theme-park.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Perak Theme Park\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"422\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-_v9ePH4-W48\/WS0WQ978SbI\/AAAAAAAA4pQ\/A4KgLtZ8Wp0MCBdF3d3ZM0op9AkxcWjnwCLcB\/s1600\/lost-world-tambn-theme-park.jpg\" title=\"Lost World of Tambun Theme Park\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EOne o the rides at Lost World of Tambun theme park in Perak\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003ELost World of Tambun\u003C\/b\u003E - Over the years, one of the most successful theme parks in Perak is the Lost World of Tambun, which is also owned by the Sunway Group. Located just 20 minutes out of Ipoh city, this water and theme park comes complete with a resort hotel and a variety of shops and attractions. The Lost World of Tambun also brands itself as a theme park, hotel and spa, which is perfect for the family where everyone gets to indulge in something.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003EMovie Animation Park Studios\u003C\/b\u003E - The latest theme park to open in Ipoh is the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/06\/movie-animation-park-studios.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EMovie Animation Parks Studios\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;or MAPS Perak, which is a world-class theme park. Opening in June 2017, and is a new attraction here, you can be assured that there will be lot of curiosity. The attractions here come in shows, stunts, rides and interactive games which is suitable for kids and adults. MAPS Perak is also a two hour drive from Kuala Lumpur and can be done on a day trip.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EPenang Theme Parks\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-UEPPW8MP8xY\/WS0Wd6E7qZI\/AAAAAAAA4pU\/xpldKEMTg2oQLyHUTOcBVIQmeqfPFSg6ACLcB\/s1600\/escape-theme-park-penang.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"389\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-UEPPW8MP8xY\/WS0Wd6E7qZI\/AAAAAAAA4pU\/xpldKEMTg2oQLyHUTOcBVIQmeqfPFSg6ACLcB\/s1600\/escape-theme-park-penang.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESome of the natural activities at Escape Adventureplay theme park in Penang\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003EEscape Adventureplay\u003C\/b\u003E - For anyone heading to Penang Island, there is a very unique theme park called Escape Adventureplay located at Teluk Bahang, all the way past Batu Feringgi, which is a very popular tourist area in Penang.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThis eco-themed concept brings you back to the good old days of childhood and parents who lived in the 80s and 90s, and is the perfect place to let your kids experience how you enjoyed back in the day. Climbing trees, swinging, jumping and crawling is part of the activities here, so you can imagine what kind of fun your kids will have at this theme park which is build around a natural environment. To complete your vacation, stay at the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2010\/05\/hard-rock-hotel-penang.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EHard Rock Hotel Penang\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, which is just five minutes drive away.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-RHW_gWMJc0A\/WS0WnSSSXUI\/AAAAAAAA4pY\/2EkPqk1IwlsJ88SlQZOqExhHqrU8z-hrwCLcB\/s1600\/genting-old-theme-park.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Genting Highlands Old Theme Park\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"398\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-RHW_gWMJc0A\/WS0WnSSSXUI\/AAAAAAAA4pY\/2EkPqk1IwlsJ88SlQZOqExhHqrU8z-hrwCLcB\/s1600\/genting-old-theme-park.jpg\" title=\"Old Genting Theme Park Photo\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EGenting Highlands used to be the king of theme parks, this is the former outdoor theme park there\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EThis Malaysia theme park guide is done for those who are wondering which theme park is the best place to visit, especially with the school holidays and also the long weekends that Malaysia experiences from time to time. Overall, there are many \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2013\/01\/theme-parks-in-malaysia.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Etheme parks in Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, which include water parks, and it all depends which part of the country you are going for your vacation.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ERemember, you need to book well in advance in order to get some of the theme park promotions. And for accommodations, it is always better to book ahead to get the best deals. Ultimately, for visitors or even locals traveling around Malaysia, you now have the luxury of visiting some of the theme parks here, where you can plan your family vacation to enjoy the best of the destination and also indulge in some family fun at the many Malaysia theme parks.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/1540780621452827652\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=1540780621452827652\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/1540780621452827652"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/1540780621452827652"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/05\/malaysia-theme-parks-ultimate-family.html","title":"Malaysia Theme Parks: The Ultimate Family Guide"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-e6MwwGTDsbc\/WS0VOeSRnSI\/AAAAAAAA4os\/oDhxC-hSjsUJ2E_mgLyJa4JNxN6wunOBwCLcB\/s72-c\/malaysia-theme-parks.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"4.210484 101.97576600000002"},"georss$box":{"$t":"-11.794711 81.321469000000022 20.215679 122.63006300000002"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-3048218269449474180"},"published":{"$t":"2017-05-26T19:07:00.001+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-05-26T19:07:21.855+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Airline News"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Aviation News"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Batik Air Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Batik Air"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malindo Air"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malindo Air News"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Batik Air Malaysia: New Name for Malindo Air"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-CV6-4Ea7CGM\/WSgHPYRoj1I\/AAAAAAAA4mY\/rRMDQtNgfFEyYPWzbdMdcM26nTODiz-xwCLcB\/s1600\/batik-air-malaysia.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Batik Air Malaysia: New Name for Malindo Air\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"361\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-CV6-4Ea7CGM\/WSgHPYRoj1I\/AAAAAAAA4mY\/rRMDQtNgfFEyYPWzbdMdcM26nTODiz-xwCLcB\/s1600\/batik-air-malaysia.jpg\" title=\"Batik Air Malaysia\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn Malaysian aviation news, Malindo Air will be renamed as \u003Cb\u003EBatik Air Malaysia\u003C\/b\u003E in the second half of 2017 to align itself with the Indonesian airline currently using the original name. Chief executive officer Chandran Rama Muthy mentioned that the branding change will give the airline a better position in the Lion Air Group that controls both Malindo and Batik Air, and to offer seamless domestic and international service.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003EBatik Air Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWith this change in name, the airline is positioned to be the international link within the Lion Air group, while the existing Batik Air Indonesia will continue to serve the Indonesian market as a full service airline. Under the new name, the company will promote Batik Air Malaysia brand across the 16 countries which will also help boost Malaysia's heritage and culture.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ECurrently, Lion Air Group owns 49 per cent of Malindo Airways Sdn Bhd, and Chandran owns a 51% stake. Besides Malindo Air and Batik Air, other subsidiaries in the group include Wings Abadi Airlines, Lion Bizjet, and Thai Lion Air which focuses primarily around the Southeast Asian and Asian region. \u0026nbsp;Currently, Malindo offers interlining services to four other international airlines which are Etihad Airways, Oman Air, Turkish Airlines, and Qatar Airways. with a mission to connect ASEAN and European markets.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-_Vrl0qY_W1c\/WSgKrIa2ZGI\/AAAAAAAA4mk\/Noff2JGLSyA9YP4XLKISWZOVMGp77j4XQCLcB\/s1600\/batik-airline-malaysia.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Batik Airline Malaysia\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"226\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-_Vrl0qY_W1c\/WSgKrIa2ZGI\/AAAAAAAA4mk\/Noff2JGLSyA9YP4XLKISWZOVMGp77j4XQCLcB\/s1600\/batik-airline-malaysia.jpg\" title=\"Malaysia Batik Air \" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EWhat the Batik Air Malaysia livery looks like\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMain Image from\u0026nbsp;@DafeeTravelGeek (Twitter).\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EOriginally, Batik Air Malaysia is supposed to service international routes while Batik Air will focus on the domestic Indonesia routes. The airline\u0026nbsp;currently operates a fleet of 11 ATR72-600s, 11 B737-800s, and 7 B737-900ERs on flights throughout Malaysia as well as to Indonesia, India, Thailand, Nepal, Pakistan, Singapore, Australia, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Hong Kong, and China. With the new name change of \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2013\/03\/malindo-air.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EMalindo Air\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;to Batik Air Malaysia, the airline plans to have 30 interline partners and several code-shares by 2018.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/3048218269449474180\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=3048218269449474180\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/3048218269449474180"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/3048218269449474180"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/05\/batik-air-malaysia-new-name-for-malindo.html","title":"Batik Air Malaysia: New Name for Malindo Air"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-CV6-4Ea7CGM\/WSgHPYRoj1I\/AAAAAAAA4mY\/rRMDQtNgfFEyYPWzbdMdcM26nTODiz-xwCLcB\/s72-c\/batik-air-malaysia.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"4.210484 101.97576600000002"},"georss$box":{"$t":"-11.794711 81.321469000000022 20.215679 122.63006300000002"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-4065980042013713961"},"published":{"$t":"2017-05-25T13:03:00.004+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-05-25T13:03:58.411+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"KL Mayors Tourism Awards"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"KL Mayors Tourism Awards 2017"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Kuala Lumpur"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Tourism Awards"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Tourism Awards"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Tourism Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"VisitKL"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Kuala Lumpur Mayor’s Tourism Award 2017"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-1d7JvS66O7c\/WSZhQqTwe-I\/AAAAAAAA4l8\/qutvgcyLKpAZ-K3e31nE4XLaFv0RHi91gCLcB\/s1600\/kuala-lumpur-mayors-tourism-award-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Kuala Lumpur Mayor’s Tourism Award 2017\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"423\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-1d7JvS66O7c\/WSZhQqTwe-I\/AAAAAAAA4l8\/qutvgcyLKpAZ-K3e31nE4XLaFv0RHi91gCLcB\/s1600\/kuala-lumpur-mayors-tourism-award-2017.jpg\" title=\"Kuala Lumpur Mayor’s Tourism Award \" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EThe Kuala Lumpur Mayor’s Tourism Awards 2017 came to a resounding finale with the Award Presentation and Gala Dinner Event held at the Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur on the 23rd May. The KLMTA 2017 is also organized by the Kuala Lumpur Tourism Bureau under Kuala Lumpur City Hall, and this year’s event was the third edition of the tri-annual industry awards program. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EPrevious editions were organized in 2011 and 2014. For this years Kuala Lumpur Mayor's Tourism Awards, 650 guests that included Kuala Lumpur tourism industry players, related government agencies and members of the media attended the \u003C\/span\u003Eprestigious\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;event.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EThe guest of honour for the evening was no other than the Minister of Tourism \u0026amp; Culture, Datuk Seri Mohamed Nazri Bin Abdul Aziz. In t\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003Ehe Mayor's speech, he mentioned that Kuala Lumpur was ranked as the 7th Most Visited City in the World according the Mastercard’s Global Destination Cities Index for 2016. The city received 12.02 million visitors, an increase of 7.4% from the previous year of 11.19 million visitors, while the total revenue garnered from this volume of visitors in 2016 was USD11.3 billion.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003EKuala Lumpur Mayor’s Tourism Award 2017 Winners List\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EMayor’s Award for Outstanding Contribution \u003C\/b\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003ETan Sri Datuk Yong Poh Kon \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003ETan Sri (Dr) Francis Yeoh Sock Ping \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAccommodation Category (5-Star Hotel) \u003C\/b\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EPlatinum Award – Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EGold Award – Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAccommodation Category (4-Star Hotel) \u003C\/b\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EPlatinum Award – Impiana KLCC Hotel \u0026amp; Spa \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EGold Award – Ambassador Row Hotel Suites by Lanson Place \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAccommodation Category (Budget Hotel) \u003C\/b\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EPlatinum Award – Tai Ichi Hotel \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EGold Award – Sungei Wang Hotel \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDining Category (Fine Dining Restaurant) \u003C\/b\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EPlatinum Award – Taka by Sushi Saito \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EGold Award – Nobu Kuala Lumpur \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDining Category (Home Grown Restaurant) \u003C\/b\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EGold Award – Serai Restaurant \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EGold Award – Dancing Fish\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EDining\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003ECategory (Food Court)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EPlatinum Award – Lot 10 Hutong \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EGold Award – Quizinn by Rasa \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETourist Attraction Category (Family Entertainment) \u003C\/b\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EPlatinum Award – KL Bird Park \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EGold Award – Aquaria KLCC \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETourist Attraction Category (Culture, Arts \u0026amp; Heritage) \u003C\/b\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EPlatinum Award – Royal Selangor \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EGold Award – Kuala Lumpur City Gallery \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EShopping Mall Category \u003C\/b\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EPlatinum Award – Pavilion Kuala Lumpur \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EGold Award – Sunway Putra Mall \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EMedical Tourism Category \u003C\/b\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EPlatinum Award – KPJ Tawakkal Specialist Hospital \u0026amp; KPJ Tawakkal Health Centre \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EGold Award – Institut Jantung Negara \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EEducation Tourism Category \u003C\/b\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EPlatinum Award – University of Malaya \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EGold Award – Berjaya University College of Hospitality \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EMayor’s Commendable Award for Front Liners \u003C\/b\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EMs. Lim Hwi Shuen (The Federal Kuala Lumpur)\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EA total of over 500 nominations were received for the 14 categories and subcategories, and only 449 were qualified for the first round of judging where nominee’s submissions were \u003C\/span\u003Escrutinized\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;and shortlisted for the final round. For the final rounds of judging, the panels of judges conducted site visits and even sampled the products and services first hand.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EContinuing with the system of voting from the previous editions of the programme, the judges scores made up 95% of the total marks awarded to each nominee, while public voting made up the remaining 5% of the marks. Members of the public were invited to vote for their favourite establishment by logging onto the official awards programme website and registering.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: SimSun; mso-spacerun: 'yes';\"\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EKuala Lumpur Mayor’s Tourism Award: What's Missing?\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EWhile the KL Mayor's Tourism Awards focuses on the mainstream industry, I have suggested that they include a digital category in 2014, but it was left to deaf ears. Unfortunately, the committee is either not interested or just not bothered about the digital sector. We all know that digital is currently the number one method for tourism around the world, including Malaysia.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EThe key element is how tourist or visitors find attractions, places to stay or places to eat. A good 80% of this comes from online branding and marketing and it is those who are actively promoting these places, that should also be recognized.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EEven players like Sarawak Tourism and Sabah Tourism have acknowledged digital and online tourism as one of the awards in their tourism awards since five years ago, and Tourism Malaysia also has a category for digital or online, so why can't the\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003EKuala Lumpur Mayor’s Tourism Award have this? We shall see for the next awards.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/4065980042013713961\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=4065980042013713961\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/4065980042013713961"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/4065980042013713961"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/05\/kuala-lumpur-mayors-tourism-award-2017.html","title":"Kuala Lumpur Mayor’s Tourism Award 2017"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-1d7JvS66O7c\/WSZhQqTwe-I\/AAAAAAAA4l8\/qutvgcyLKpAZ-K3e31nE4XLaFv0RHi91gCLcB\/s72-c\/kuala-lumpur-mayors-tourism-award-2017.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"3.139003 101.68685499999992"},"georss$box":{"$t":"2.885326 101.36413149999993 3.3926800000000004 102.00957849999992"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-9019649892610388125"},"published":{"$t":"2017-05-15T11:30:00.000+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-05-15T11:30:26.769+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Best Way To Go To Taman Negara"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Ecotourism"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Pahang"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Taman Negara"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Taman Negara National Park"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Best Way To Go To Taman Negara"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-tjCRmKuChlM\/WRHJ4y6wdPI\/AAAAAAAA4ic\/30KpTkI-nFkHllGRepN5sUtkiPWUIkgegCLcB\/s1600\/best-way-to-go-taman-negara.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"How to go to Taman Negara National Park\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-tjCRmKuChlM\/WRHJ4y6wdPI\/AAAAAAAA4ic\/30KpTkI-nFkHllGRepN5sUtkiPWUIkgegCLcB\/s1600\/best-way-to-go-taman-negara.jpg\" title=\"Best Way To Go To Taman Negara\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWhat is the best way to go to Taman Negara? A common question that is asked by most travellers who plan to visit the oldest national park in Malaysia, I will share with you some of the best ways to get there, all depending on your budget and how fast you need to travel.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EBefore I get into the logistics for Taman Negara, you should know that this massive national park is located only three and a half hours drive from Kuala Lumpur city and anyone can visit this place without prior booking or permits. Taman Negara National Park is open to everyone who is into nature, trekking, hiking or wildlife watching and is Malaysia's premier rainforest destination in the peninsular.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003EBest Way To Go To Taman Negara\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAs there are a few ways to get here, and each of them require traveling around three to five hours. I will narrow down the best way to go to Taman Negara National Park in Pahang for anyone interested to visit this fascinating and enchanting rainforest in Malaysia.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-TXpb9ujUVXI\/WRHKC0KUSYI\/AAAAAAAA4ig\/-2YgoH5G4XgwadmK9lcVSK9m5brthcdJwCLcB\/s1600\/transport-to-taman-negara.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Taman Negara Transport\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-TXpb9ujUVXI\/WRHKC0KUSYI\/AAAAAAAA4ig\/-2YgoH5G4XgwadmK9lcVSK9m5brthcdJwCLcB\/s1600\/transport-to-taman-negara.jpg\" title=\"Transport to Taman Negara\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ETaman Negara's famous canopy walk\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ETaman Negara Van Transfers\u003C\/span\u003E \u003C\/b\u003E- This is the best way to get to Taman Negara National Park from Kuala Lumpur or KL City. There is a daily Taman Negara van transfer service by Ivy Holidays which is located at Wisma Selangor Complex along Jalan Sultan and they depart at about 8.30 AM daily. All you need to do is make a booking by phone (\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: Merriweather, serif; font-size: 16px;\"\u003E+6 010 900 8699)\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;or visiting the tour counter on the ground floor of the building. Walk in through the main entrance and it is on your right.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe entire journey takes about four to five hours and direct to Taman Negara National Park in Pahang. Ivy Holidays is also offering a package price of RM90 per person, one way, which includes the van transfer and also boat ticket to Kuala Tahan, which is the main gateway to the national park.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-EZdT1gtIKC8\/WRHKQNrIFiI\/AAAAAAAA4ik\/896ht1drJ0EckbOgODEIDaInWImK76lAgCLcB\/s1600\/van-bus-transfer-taman-negara.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Bus to Taman Negara National Park\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-EZdT1gtIKC8\/WRHKQNrIFiI\/AAAAAAAA4ik\/896ht1drJ0EckbOgODEIDaInWImK76lAgCLcB\/s1600\/van-bus-transfer-taman-negara.jpg\" title=\"Van transfer to Taman Negara\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe van I traveled with to Taman Negara National Park\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ETravel Time to Taman Negara\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EVan from KL to Kuala Tembeling - 3.5 Hours\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBoat from Kuala Tembeling to Kuala Tahan, Taman Negara - 2 hours\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cb style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ETaman Negara Bus Service\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E - There are buses that go to Taman Negara National Park but the only public bus is from the town of Jerantut to Taman Negara, which is three times a day. For those bus lovers, and must travel by public bus, the only way is to take an express bus to Jerantut and then take the local bus to Kuala Tahan.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Important Note\u003C\/b\u003E - We would like to clarify that bus means 20-40 seat coach buses. Many companies in Malaysia use the term bus when it is actually a tour van that seats from 6 to 10 people. So, when you see a company selling Bus to Taman Negara, it is actually a small van.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-UGH5Cbetb-Q\/WRHLJPU4r6I\/AAAAAAAA4iw\/ugFoznssEKA-XJW5HzUTlmKrQ9qj_uPgQCLcB\/s1600\/kuala-tembeling-jetty.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Boat Jetty Kuala Tembeling\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-UGH5Cbetb-Q\/WRHLJPU4r6I\/AAAAAAAA4iw\/ugFoznssEKA-XJW5HzUTlmKrQ9qj_uPgQCLcB\/s1600\/kuala-tembeling-jetty.jpg\" title=\"Kuala Tembeling Jetty\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EView from the jetty of Kuala Tembeling, before you take your boat to Taman Negara\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETaxi to Taman Negara - \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003EThis is probably the most expensive option. From KLIA or KLIA2, a taxi or private van will also take about 4 to 5 hours drive to Taman Negara National Park. The price however, is much higher than getting the van shuttle from KL City. A tip is to take the KLIA Express into the city, then take the van transfer to Taman Negara. The price would be anywhere from RM550 to RM750 per van or taxi. However, if you are a family, this could be one option to ease moving around too much.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EFlights to Taman Negara\u003C\/span\u003E \u003C\/b\u003E- This is tricky, but there are no flights to anywhere near here. The closest airport is Kuantan Airport and it takes 40 minutes flight time from KLIA. From the airport, you need to take a taxi or private van transfer which will take about 3 hours. It generally works out to be around the same time therefore I am not recommending this, unless you have lots of frequent flyer miles to spend.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-Jmfl8Fk7auI\/WRHKkTimZaI\/AAAAAAAA4io\/nEzKL61l2PApifReigzQlh1u2bmqPL8lgCLcB\/s1600\/how-to-go-to-taman-negara.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Taman Negara Boat Service\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-Jmfl8Fk7auI\/WRHKkTimZaI\/AAAAAAAA4io\/nEzKL61l2PApifReigzQlh1u2bmqPL8lgCLcB\/s1600\/how-to-go-to-taman-negara.jpg\" title=\"Boats to Taman Negara\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ETaking a local boat to and from Taman Negara allows beautiful scenic landscapes\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EBoat to Taman Negara - \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003EWell, in reality, the only boat service is from Kuala Tembeling town near Jerantut where they have boat service to Taman Negara. There is no other boat service from other towns or from Kuala Lumpur. So, when you see anyone promoting a boat transfer or boat service to Taman Negara, it is from Kuala Tembeling Jetty.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThey are wooden long boats that seat about 14 to 16 people and has a roof on top. The boat journey is fascinating as you get to see nature at its best along the two hour journey to Kuala Tahan along the Tembeling River. Most overnight tours will have you dropped off at Kuala Tembeling Jetty where you catch the long boat to Taman Negara national park.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-qm8IQoewOU8\/WRHKz8juI0I\/AAAAAAAA4is\/ysZ2TYK3n-g0PbvNbYtRqlPGWbIAq8GXgCLcB\/s1600\/kuala-tahan.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Kuala Tahan Taman Negara\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-qm8IQoewOU8\/WRHKz8juI0I\/AAAAAAAA4is\/ysZ2TYK3n-g0PbvNbYtRqlPGWbIAq8GXgCLcB\/s1600\/kuala-tahan.jpg\" title=\"Kuala Tahan\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EView of Kuala Tahan town outside Taman Negara\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EYou can also find out more about the types of \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/03\/taman-negara-tour-packages.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ETaman Negara tour packages\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;which I have written about. Each of the tours highlight the different days or if you plan to do day trips to Taman Negara National Park. This is one of the premium national parks that has one of the best \u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/04\/canopy-walks-in-malaysia.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Ecanopy walks in Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E,\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003Eand is also one of the oldest national park in the world.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EMy trip in April 2017 was an amazing experience using both van and boat as I had booked my Taman Negara tour with Ivy Holidays. They can be contacted at\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: Merriweather, serif; font-size: 16px;\"\u003E+6 010 900 8699 or via email at\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: Merriweather, serif; font-size: 16px;\"\u003Emarketing (at)\u0026nbsp;ivyholidays.com. You can Whatsapp, Line or WeChat to inquire about any transport or overnight trip here. Even if you need last minute bookings, they can arrange it for you.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe next time you want to know what is the best way to go to Taman Negara National Park, hopefully this article will shed some information for you to choose from. Enjoy the journey there and don't forget to take lots of photos.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/9019649892610388125\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=9019649892610388125\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/9019649892610388125"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/9019649892610388125"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/05\/best-way-to-go-to-taman-negara.html","title":"Best Way To Go To Taman Negara"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-tjCRmKuChlM\/WRHJ4y6wdPI\/AAAAAAAA4ic\/30KpTkI-nFkHllGRepN5sUtkiPWUIkgegCLcB\/s72-c\/best-way-to-go-taman-negara.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Malaysia National Park, Kampung Kuala Tahan, 27000 Kuala Tahan, Pahang, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"4.636008 102.40691800000002"},"georss$box":{"$t":"-26.2276055 61.098324000000019 35.4996215 143.71551200000002"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-5594918552541684253"},"published":{"$t":"2017-05-08T19:17:00.003+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-05-08T19:17:56.266+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Ipoh"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Theme Parks"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"MAPS Perak"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Movie Animation Park Studio Ipoh"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Movie Animation Park Studio Perak"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Movie Animation Park Studios"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"New Theme Parks"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Perak"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Theme Parks in Malaysia"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Movie Animation Park Studios Ipoh To Open 26 June 2017"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-W_0XZKbI7ZQ\/WRBSERw9MpI\/AAAAAAAA4iA\/2CQEMZstZhAsiRadu5khrZYVgMLhxPd-gCLcB\/s1600\/movie-animation-park-studios-opening.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Opening of Movie Animation Park Studios Perak \" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-W_0XZKbI7ZQ\/WRBSERw9MpI\/AAAAAAAA4iA\/2CQEMZstZhAsiRadu5khrZYVgMLhxPd-gCLcB\/s1600\/movie-animation-park-studios-opening.jpg\" title=\"Movie Animation Park Studios Opening\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn recent development after a fiasco of delays, the much talked about \u003Cb\u003EMovie Animation Park Studios Ipoh\u003C\/b\u003E will open on 26 June 2017. Known as MAPS Perak, this will be the second theme park in the Ipoh area and will be the talk of town as this joint venture theme park project will feature world class attractions and rides.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMovie Animation Park Studios or MAPS Perak, will be the first of its kind in Asia and is in the last phase of its RM520 million development. The theme park director Ramelle Ramli also disclosed that the MAPS Perak has more than 40 attractions and is expected to attract a million guests within its opening year.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-C1sqIkvrSEc\/WRBST-ROniI\/AAAAAAAA4iE\/fWYUd9JysFo0Sa2Z8lFA3Lyo4CTa7Yn6wCLcB\/s1600\/MAPS-Perak.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Opening of MAPS Perak\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-C1sqIkvrSEc\/WRBST-ROniI\/AAAAAAAA4iE\/fWYUd9JysFo0Sa2Z8lFA3Lyo4CTa7Yn6wCLcB\/s1600\/MAPS-Perak.jpg\" title=\"MAPS Ipoh Perak Opening\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EEntrance to Movie Animation Park Studios in Ipoh Perak\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003EMovie Animation Park Studios Perak Opening\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe opening day should coincide with the second day of Hari Raya in Malaysia therefore, you can be expecting a flood of people heading there. The theme park was planned for an opening in last June before it was postponed to December. Delays was due to the management’s decision to enhance the park. The management has also added new attractions the Movie Animation Park Studios which are;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EHyperspin\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAsteroid Attack\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ECartoon Factory\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ESmurf Life\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EWormhole Technologies\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/06\/movie-animation-park-studios.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EMovie Animation Park Studios\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;Perak is also built on a 21 hectare plot of land in Meru. The park has six zones housing 23 interactive attractions and 15 rides. One of the main highlights is Malaysia’s tallest drop tower ride called Megamind Megadrop, which rises 52 meters before dropping.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-bsarFriH0Nk\/WRBS9Qe6pkI\/AAAAAAAA4iM\/hL_eopYjD9saos8PFfvdUiTvC3MaCM0-gCLcB\/s1600\/maps-perak-tickets.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Ticker Price Movie Animation Park Studios\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-bsarFriH0Nk\/WRBS9Qe6pkI\/AAAAAAAA4iM\/hL_eopYjD9saos8PFfvdUiTvC3MaCM0-gCLcB\/s1600\/maps-perak-tickets.jpg\" title=\"Movie Animation Park Studios Perak Tickets\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EMAPS Perak park ticket promotions\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EMovie Animation Park Studio Video\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ccenter\u003E\u003Ciframe allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Qa6VgLdwck0\" width=\"640\"\u003E\u003C\/iframe\u003E\u003C\/center\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EMAPS Park Tickets\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ESeason passes purchased earlier will be valid for 12 months after the opening\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003Esingle day passes will valid for three months\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/--WBrAUystAA\/WRBSjwSO0UI\/AAAAAAAA4iI\/MpOa8IAiTWgoz54bkKYhGU4DFXjd9pKqACLcB\/s1600\/movie-animation-park-studios-map.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Map of Movie Animation Park Studios Perak\" border=\"0\" height=\"412\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/--WBrAUystAA\/WRBSjwSO0UI\/AAAAAAAA4iI\/MpOa8IAiTWgoz54bkKYhGU4DFXjd9pKqACLcB\/s640\/movie-animation-park-studios-map.jpg\" title=\"Movie Animation Park Studios Map\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EMovie Animation Park Studios Perak Map (Click to enlarge)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWe has published an article about the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/02\/movie-animation-park-studios-opening-in.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EMovie Animation Park Studios Opening\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;in July 2016, but that was postponed. With the news being official from the mainstream media, we truly hope nothing delays the MAPS Perak opening as it was postponed three times since announcing it in 2015. Right now, you can look forward to the Movie Animation Park Studios Ipoh opening on 26 June 2017.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/5594918552541684253\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=5594918552541684253\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/5594918552541684253"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/5594918552541684253"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/05\/movie-animation-park-studios-ipoh-to.html","title":"Movie Animation Park Studios Ipoh To Open 26 June 2017"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-W_0XZKbI7ZQ\/WRBSERw9MpI\/AAAAAAAA4iA\/2CQEMZstZhAsiRadu5khrZYVgMLhxPd-gCLcB\/s72-c\/movie-animation-park-studios-opening.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Perak, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"4.5921126 101.09010899999998"},"georss$box":{"$t":"2.5671921 98.508321999999978 6.6170331000000004 103.67189599999999"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-6424456489756404450"},"published":{"$t":"2017-04-30T15:24:00.001+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-05-05T17:05:31.959+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Bird Watching"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Bird Watching News"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Birding"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Birding News"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Global Big Day 2017"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Global Big Day 2017"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KxHxMEq_WNI\/WQVuLuG7RKI\/AAAAAAAA4hI\/e9RNB37J2tYhfgwyspc8MBQeTIRbFDipgCLcB\/s1600\/global-big-day-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Global Big Day 2017\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KxHxMEq_WNI\/WQVuLuG7RKI\/AAAAAAAA4hI\/e9RNB37J2tYhfgwyspc8MBQeTIRbFDipgCLcB\/s1600\/global-big-day-2017.jpg\" title=\"Global Big Day\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis years \u003Cb\u003EGlobal Big Day 2017\u003C\/b\u003E is on 13 May and bird watchers or birders from 150 countries around the world will participate as a global team to see what birds are there. This years Bid Day 2017 will be held at \u0026nbsp;the Yucatán Peninsula, one of the world’s most stunning and important areas for birds.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn order to cover the phenomenal bird diversity there, they will be dividing into three teams for the first time ever: Team Belize, Team Guatemala, and Team Mexico. All three teams will be joining forces in a quest to find the most bird species and raise USD$475,000 for conservation.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003EHow to Participate in Global Big Day 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor those interested in participating in Global Big Day 2017, you can follow the guide below as it highlights how anyone can be a part of this. All you need to do is register on the eBird website and put in your count.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-J5ayaGux1DY\/WQVuTPgzi1I\/AAAAAAAA4hM\/Fvql33HbE5kpEyDMLtkh7b5t4MUBAUxGQCLcB\/s1600\/global-big-day-malaysia.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Malaysia Global Big Day\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-J5ayaGux1DY\/WQVuTPgzi1I\/AAAAAAAA4hM\/Fvql33HbE5kpEyDMLtkh7b5t4MUBAUxGQCLcB\/s1600\/global-big-day-malaysia.jpg\" title=\"Global Big Day Malaysia 2017\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EBirding statistics from the\u0026nbsp;Global Big Day 2017 website (Photo from eBird.org)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E1. Submit Your Data to eBird on May 13 2017\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIt is very simple. If you submit your birds to eBird they count. Learn how to take part. Don’t worry — you don’t need to be a bird expert, or to go out all day long. Even a half hour checklist from your backyard will help. Of course, you are welcome to spend the entire day in the field, but know that it is not required! Please enter your data as soon as you can, preferably by Tuesday, May 16, 2017.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E2. Visit the Global Bid Day Page for Live Updates and Detailed Stats\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EDuring the Big Day, the main page will be updated. You’ll be able to follow Team Sapsucker in Belize, Guatemala, and Mexico — but more importantly, you’ll be able to track how many species have been seen around the world and in any region of interest to you.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E3. Organize With Your Friends for Greater Coverage\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ENow is the time to start discussions on local birding discussion lists to make a plan to find difficult species. Learn how to share Global Big Day with others. Try to organize in your home state, province, or even county to make sure teams spread out and find as many species as possible. Put your patch on the worldwide Global Big Day map. Use the hashtag #eBird_GBD for Twitter, Instagram and also Facebook if you can.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E4. Join A Global Network of Birders and Conservationists\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EGlobal Big Day connects a network of people across the world to support a cause that transcends languages and cultures. From the southern tip of Africa to the soaring peaks of Himalayas, and from the Ecuadorian rainforest to backyards in New York – Everyone is a part of Team eBird, working to understand and conserve the birds we care about.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E5. Make Your Sightings Count\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EEvery bird that you enter in eBird counts as a part of Global Big Day. However, there are three ways that you can make your sightings as valuable as possible. It is important to note that these are only suggestions—not requirements!\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ESubmit complete checklists\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EKeep counts of the birds that you see\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EKeep multiple checklists throughout the course of your birding: if you get in the car you should end that checklist and start a new one when you get to the next location.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-WU_MC73b0FE\/WQVuaWg-e7I\/AAAAAAAA4hQ\/WgFJGpg6u38DakuvvKM1d2E2LaG5uAS0gCLcB\/s1600\/big-day-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-WU_MC73b0FE\/WQVuaWg-e7I\/AAAAAAAA4hQ\/WgFJGpg6u38DakuvvKM1d2E2LaG5uAS0gCLcB\/s1600\/big-day-2017.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EBig Day 2017 (Image from eBird.org)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ENot sure how Global Big Day relates to you?\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EGlobal Big Day is a day for everyone who loves birds to make your passion count. Not everyone will find a unique species, and that's absolutely fine. Even if you just have a few minutes on 13 May 2017, there is nobody better than you to put your local birds on the map.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor more information, visit the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/ebird.org\/ebird\/globalbigday\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EGlobal Big Day Website\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EBig Day Malaysia 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMalaysia has been a part of Global Big Day for a number of years now. One of the main bird clubs of Malaysia who have promoted this event is no other than the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.borneobirdclub.org.my\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ESandakan Borneo Bird Club\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;or SBBC, which is based in Sandakan Sabah where they have encouraged groups of bird watchers to participate on this special day.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe Sandakan Borneo Bird Club has also successfully organised the Borneo Big Day where three countries - Brunei, Malaysia and Kalimantan, Indonesia participated in collecting data from the entire island of Borneo. This was initiated in 2015 and again in 2016. For Borneo Big Day 2015, the Sabah portion submitted 53 checklists with a total number of 333 birds.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAbout the writer\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EI am David Hogan Jr, an amateur birder who has been birding since 2007. On occasion, I travel all over Malaysia and other countries for my work in promoting tourism destinations and when I have the opportunity, I will do some casual birding. To know more, see my \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/search\/label\/Bird%20Watching?\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Ebird watching articles\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EI have worked closely with the Sandakan Borneo Bird Club, Tourism Malaysia, Sabah Tourism Board, Sarawak Tourism Board, Indonesia Tourism, Bird Watching Accessories, Malaysia Bird Tour Companies and many other related company, hotel, resort or tour operator.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThose who are all set for Global Big Day 2017, all the best and have a great bird count. Remember to add your collected data to the eBird website and if you have any comments or questions, do share them below.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/6424456489756404450\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=6424456489756404450\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/6424456489756404450"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/6424456489756404450"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/04\/global-big-day-2017.html","title":"Global Big Day 2017"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KxHxMEq_WNI\/WQVuLuG7RKI\/AAAAAAAA4hI\/e9RNB37J2tYhfgwyspc8MBQeTIRbFDipgCLcB\/s72-c\/global-big-day-2017.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"4.210484 101.97576600000002"},"georss$box":{"$t":"-11.794711 81.321469000000022 20.215679 122.63006300000002"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-8452633827010021712"},"published":{"$t":"2017-04-21T12:00:00.000+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-04-21T12:00:17.594+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Bario"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Borneo"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Places to Visit in Sarawak"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sarawak"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Things to do in Bario"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Things to do in Sarawak"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Things To Do In Bario"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-7BhnQC6Q5XA\/WPH_OD1S-1I\/AAAAAAAA4Uw\/x9O0L1j5vFMukjyFMxomxGjEgddPGHTIwCLcB\/s1600\/things-to-do-in-bario.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Bario Things To Do\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-7BhnQC6Q5XA\/WPH_OD1S-1I\/AAAAAAAA4Uw\/x9O0L1j5vFMukjyFMxomxGjEgddPGHTIwCLcB\/s1600\/things-to-do-in-bario.jpg\" title=\"Things To Do In Bario\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIf you are planning to travel to one of the best natural places in Sarawak, here is a list of things to do in Bario for those heading here. Located in the Kelabit Highlands, in the north of Sarawak, Bario is home to the Kelabit people who have been living here for centuries. The absolute beauty about this highland town is that it is located 14 hours by road and 45 minutes by flight from Miri city.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EBario is well known for their highland rice, salt and pineapples, but due to the remoteness of this amazing place, there is much to do here. What you won't find here are shopping malls, hotels, restaurants or any other modern day city or town facility. This place is one of the most original villages in Sarawak and Malaysia.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETo get to Bario, the best possible way is to take a flight from Miri city and \u0026nbsp;there are only three flights a day here. The type of aircraft used is a turbo prop 19 seat Twin Otter plane, operated by MAS Wings. The journey here is another adventure as the plane flies up to around 8500 meters, so you have a beautiful view of the rainforest, hills and mountains along the way. So, what are the things to do in this unspoiled place? Read on.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-kE3Qv9Ah8RA\/WPH_y3cB0UI\/AAAAAAAA4U4\/aUGSRn0xd2QuLpopmObNQoE1rcAbAJA5QCLcB\/s1600\/what-to-do-in-bario.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-kE3Qv9Ah8RA\/WPH_y3cB0UI\/AAAAAAAA4U4\/aUGSRn0xd2QuLpopmObNQoE1rcAbAJA5QCLcB\/s1600\/what-to-do-in-bario.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EOne of the scenic landscapes in Bario\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003EThings To Do In Bario\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EBelow is a list of things to do in Bario, catered to just about anyone who plans to visit this amazing highlands. You should also check with the homestay operator about the activities that you want to do as they can arrange for it.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EMost of the things can be done on your own, but some of them require a local guide, especially trekking or hiking around the highlands. Please note that most of these activities are paid separately when you are there as the main packages cover the food and accommodations. Unless you pre-arrange the Bario package with the activities.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Ya9Z_fATcJE\/WPIEO6hBfqI\/AAAAAAAA4Vo\/Fs65UG69BvInA6dzJq18B_ynI9p4w1wbwCLcB\/s1600\/trekking-in-bario.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Bario Trekking\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Ya9Z_fATcJE\/WPIEO6hBfqI\/AAAAAAAA4Vo\/Fs65UG69BvInA6dzJq18B_ynI9p4w1wbwCLcB\/s1600\/trekking-in-bario.jpg\" title=\"Trekking in Bario\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ETrekking in Bario takes you through an amazing experience\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E1. Trekking in Bario\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe best thing one can do is trekking in Bario as there are so many beautiful treks available here. There are simple and basic treks to advance treks depending on the level you require. The beauty about trekking in Bario is that the weather is so cooling, you most likely won't break a sweat while trekking. Some treks are short and simply but the rewards at the end of the trek is pretty nice. Below are a list of popular trekking places in Bario;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EKorea Hill Trek - Easy (10-15 minutes)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPrayer Mountain Trek - Medium to Hard (45-60 minutes)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPineapple Farm Trek - Easy (10-15 minutes)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPenan Village Trek - Easy (20-30 minutes)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBario Salt Factory Trek - Easy (15-20 minutes)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPa Ukat Village Trek - Easy (15-30 minutes)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPa Lungan Village Trek - Medium to Hard (4-5 hours)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPulong Tau National Park Trek - Medium to Hard (3-5 Hours)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBario to Bakelalan Trek - Hard (1-2 days)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E2. Visit a Kelabit Longhouse in Bario\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EThere are a few traditional longhouses found in the Bario areas and some of them are still in the original statuses. Since 2016, some of the traditional Kelabit longhouses have started charging a small fee, around RM 3.00 to RM 5.00 per person to visit the longhouse. One of the most popular long houses is no other than Bario Asal Long House.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-O7TTI4fRmSo\/WPIAH4cYU9I\/AAAAAAAA4U8\/jggw8fGhqO0Pemhxbf3Oka7hVUKQpCFqQCLcB\/s1600\/bario-longhouse.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Longhouse in Bario\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-O7TTI4fRmSo\/WPIAH4cYU9I\/AAAAAAAA4U8\/jggw8fGhqO0Pemhxbf3Oka7hVUKQpCFqQCLcB\/s1600\/bario-longhouse.jpg\" title=\"Bario Asal Longhouse\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EInside Bario Asal Longhouse, the first longhouse here\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E3. Bario Salt Factory\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003EActually, this is more of a local homegrown center where local families take turns to process and produce the famous Bario Salt. You need to trek in for about 10 to 15 minutes before you arrive at a shed where the salt is processed and made. A guide is required to bring you here and you can see how the Bario Salt is made and you can also purchase it directly from those making it there. If it rains, the trek can be quite muddy, so take note on this.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-NAn82sfGUC0\/WPIA1KTYMvI\/AAAAAAAA4VE\/0rSSdNm0vFsUmwLWvQWGM78J8xVII66ZwCLcB\/s1600\/cycling-in-bario.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Bario Cycling Mountain Biking\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-NAn82sfGUC0\/WPIA1KTYMvI\/AAAAAAAA4VE\/0rSSdNm0vFsUmwLWvQWGM78J8xVII66ZwCLcB\/s1600\/cycling-in-bario.jpg\" title=\"Cycling in Bario\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ECycling in Bario, one of the many things to do here\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E4. Cycling in Bario\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EPersonally, I enjoy doing this the best. Most homestays in Bario offer mountain bike rentals, therefore you can use them to explore this highland village. The roads are very safe here and there is little to no traffic. Cycling can be done individually or in families and there is no available map, so it is pure exploration. See highland paddy fields, traditional Kelabit longhouses, churches and many other natural landscapes while you cycle around Bario.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E5. Bird Watching in Bario\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EOne of the lesser known bird watching places in Malaysia is no other than Bario. But for those who plan to do some bird watching in Bario, you are in luck as there are quite a number of montane birds to be spotted all over this place. A simple walk around Bario would easily net you 10 to 20 birds and when you go for bird watching treks, you will see much more.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EEven the famous Dulit Frogmouth was once spotted just out of Bario. There are a couple of bird watching guides in Bario and one of them is Scott Apoi from Nigmat Ayu Homestay. Personally, I have visited Bario five times in the last three years and I can say that I have spotted over 50 species of birds around here.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-2MaElSkz01M\/WPIBA7KXyRI\/AAAAAAAA4VI\/2e8gTQixJzI9RFRlydpbcYyT0MK9mQ3qgCLcB\/s1600\/bird-watching-bario.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Bario Birding\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-2MaElSkz01M\/WPIBA7KXyRI\/AAAAAAAA4VI\/2e8gTQixJzI9RFRlydpbcYyT0MK9mQ3qgCLcB\/s1600\/bird-watching-bario.jpg\" title=\"Bird Watching in Bario\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EBird Watching in Bario is highly popular among the birders\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E6. Experiencing the Kelabit Culture in Bario\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ENothing beats learning and understanding the Kelabit culture in Bario and one of the best times to do this is during the Pesta Nukenan or Bario Food Festival , held usually in August every year. However, the locals can arrange a traditional Kelabit dinner complete with a traditional Kelabit cultural dance at one of the long houses.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E7. Walking around Bario\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EOne of the best things you can do is take a walk around Bario, which is relatively easy and there is little or no traffic around here. The best time to do this is also in the mornings, where you see the locals going about their daily chores. In the evenings, it is equally beautiful as children would be seen playing and locals heading home for dinner. The beauty about walking around Bario is that everything is natural and the picturesque landscapes are incredibly beautiful. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E8. Visiting a Penan Village in Bario\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EFor those who are into hiking, there are actually two authentic Penan villages found around Bario. While the Penan people are not very hospitable, you can actually engage one of the local Bario guides and trek to their villages. This is purely to visit and observe, that is all. In most cases, it would be hard to communicate as the Penan tribe here are quite reserve and shy. Again, this is purely by luck and you should consult in your guide about this.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-68KpumzrUaE\/WPIBRDU2DAI\/AAAAAAAA4VM\/AtzUaoJpcO8pHqqCUg4PVLvtL57OStCcwCLcB\/s1600\/bario-art-gallery.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Bario Art Gallery\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-68KpumzrUaE\/WPIBRDU2DAI\/AAAAAAAA4VM\/AtzUaoJpcO8pHqqCUg4PVLvtL57OStCcwCLcB\/s1600\/bario-art-gallery.jpg\" title=\"Jungle Blues Dream\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EJungle Blues Dream Art Gallery in Bario\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E9. Visit an Art Gallery in Bario\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EYes, there is an art gallery in Bario run by artist Stephen and his wife. The beauty about this art gallery in Bario is that it is located in a traditional Kelabit longhouse here. The gallery is also shared with a unique homestay and combined, it is called the Jungle Blues Dream Gallery and Homestay. Artworks are all created and painted by Stephen and put on display around the homestay and gallery.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E10. Visit the Bario Plane Wreckage of World War II\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAn almost well preserved plane wreckage is found in Bario where the RAF plane crashed here in 1964. The plane is in three pieces minus the wings and interior, so you will see a full bodied structure and you can actually go inside the plane. This plane is also a Scottish Aviation Twin Pioneer CC.1 aircraft, Registration XP294. You should be careful of the sharp metal edges when doing so.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe Bario plane wreckage is located by a local homestay called Nancy Hariss Homestay. The story of the plane crash in Bario is that the Twin Pioneer skidded while trying to land on a wet runway. It ran into a ditch, causing the undercarriage leg to collapse. For aviation fans, this would be quite interesting, otherwise, a great photo opportunity.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-7fUk64ipK9Y\/WPIH7m2_a8I\/AAAAAAAA4WE\/WQkmoBvLaZsqmpHaQiv2vAZshuNP40tHACLcB\/s1600\/bario-plane-wreck.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Plane Crash Bario\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-7fUk64ipK9Y\/WPIH7m2_a8I\/AAAAAAAA4WE\/WQkmoBvLaZsqmpHaQiv2vAZshuNP40tHACLcB\/s1600\/bario-plane-wreck.jpg\" title=\"Bario Plane Wreckage\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EBario Plane Wreckage\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E11. Visit the War Memorial of Bario\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EA small war memorial was erected in Bario to commemorate the soldiers and parachuters during the war. Names of the soldiers include Australians, British and local Kelabit people. The Bario War Memorial is located five minutes walk from the main town area and is hard to miss. It is enclosed in a fenced area with a wooden gate and anyone can go in there.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E12. Visit the mini Bario Museum\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EA new structure was erected in the main town area for the Bario Food Festival in 2015 and now serves as a mini museum of Bario. However, there are no items on display but more information on the Kelabit people and also important information about the highlands and its unique megaliths found here.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E13. Catch a Bario Sunset\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe best place to see a sunset in Bario is no other that Bukit Korea, a hill located behind the main town center. In between the two row of shops, lies a walk way near the old Bario community center. There is a path that leads up a small hill where you pass a mini pineapple farm and only a 10 minute easy walk up. Once up there, you will see a wooden hut and this is the spot to catch the sunset. Timing wise, best to go up at around 5.00 PM to catch the stunning scenery from up the hill. The sun sets at around 6.30 PM too.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-gX06Sc2XOBs\/WPIDMgLwIfI\/AAAAAAAA4Vc\/xG9FZzQNkeoTRebG1kTOkF4ew6GN4ojfgCLcB\/s1600\/baru-ritung-bario.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Batu Ritung Bario\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-gX06Sc2XOBs\/WPIDMgLwIfI\/AAAAAAAA4Vc\/xG9FZzQNkeoTRebG1kTOkF4ew6GN4ojfgCLcB\/s1600\/baru-ritung-bario.jpg\" title=\"Bario Megalith\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe unique Bario Megalith or Batu Ritung in Pa Lungan Village\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003E14. Visit the Bario Megalithic Structures\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EOne of the mysteries of Bario are the many megalithic structures found around Bario. The most famous being Batu Ritong which is found at Pa Umor village, 3-5 hours trek from Bario. Batu Ritong stands at about 7 feet high and the two ton slab is supported by two other vertical slabs. No one seems to know how it was erected or why it was. However, there are many folktales that the guides will share with you. When I was in Bario in 2014, I met some university students who were in Bario to study the megalithic structures, and on asking them how many were there, it was estimated at 300, but only a handful were known.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-1R2AQOSJY_U\/WPIG1r_D_1I\/AAAAAAAA4V4\/KmoYtIUIa5MuF6AODgMVWLnj3obJZ64NACLcB\/s1600\/bario-food.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Kelabit Food\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-1R2AQOSJY_U\/WPIG1r_D_1I\/AAAAAAAA4V4\/KmoYtIUIa5MuF6AODgMVWLnj3obJZ64NACLcB\/s1600\/bario-food.jpg\" title=\"Bario Food\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EKelabit Food in Bario, very unique and different.\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E15. Try the Kelabit Food\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThis is hands down the most unique experience where you will be guaranteed to try the Kelabit food when you stay in Bario. One of the most organice food experience I have had during my travels, the local Bario food is all farmed, rared, caught or hunter. Vegetables are farmed or taken from the wild, fish is caught from the local ponds and game meat is hunted by the locals.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EIf there is one food type that anyone visiting Sarawak should try, it is the Kelabit Food. The way it is prepared is handed down from generation to generation and is cooked traditionally. If you have the opportunity, do ask for the local porridge or 'Kikid'. For Muslim travelers, it could be a challenge for you, but there is one shop in Bario town that serves Halal food.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-Xc36xqFD0mk\/WPIC44dJ32I\/AAAAAAAA4VY\/aLD-87dISZ4F0-N3pq2hfEYTqwwKVySMgCLcB\/s1600\/bario-map.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Map of Bario Villages\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-Xc36xqFD0mk\/WPIC44dJ32I\/AAAAAAAA4VY\/aLD-87dISZ4F0-N3pq2hfEYTqwwKVySMgCLcB\/s1600\/bario-map.jpg\" title=\"Bario Map\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EMap of Bario, showing the various villages around here\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EIn general, the best time to visit Bario is from December to February or in August for the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/03\/pesta-nukenen-bario.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EPesta Nukenan Bario\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;or Bario Food Festival. The food festival will see the entire Bario come alive with visitors from all the surrounding villages, who participate here for this weekend event.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EYou can see local traditional games being played while for foodies, this is the ultimate food experience where you can taste many different types of highland cuisine. Very unique and highly recommended for any food traveller.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-z7ejPzyZEcQ\/WPIEkvizeSI\/AAAAAAAA4Vs\/gKPsPlY2vRsIqnUarKw1HP2xz15suoseACLcB\/s1600\/bario.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Nigmat Ayu Homestay\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-z7ejPzyZEcQ\/WPIEkvizeSI\/AAAAAAAA4Vs\/gKPsPlY2vRsIqnUarKw1HP2xz15suoseACLcB\/s1600\/bario.jpg\" title=\"Bario\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ENigmat Ayu Homestay in Bario seen from the paddy field\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EBario is not your regular tourist destination, but it is a very unique cultural experience that is located high in the highlands of Sarawak Borneo. Me, as the writer, have been here five times in the last three years and my last trip in March 2017. I never get tired of this place as once I arrive here, I am disconnected from the modern world and go back to how things were, without modernization. You can also read about my \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/04\/a-journey-to-bario-highlands-in-sarawak.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Ejourney to the Bario Highlands in Sarawak\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, which I wrote in 2015.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor anyone wanting something different when you visit Sarawak or Malaysia, I would easily recommend you explore this unique highlands. Perhaps, the list of Things To Do In Bario will also make it easier for your visit here and if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me anytime.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/8452633827010021712\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=8452633827010021712\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/8452633827010021712"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/8452633827010021712"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/04\/things-to-do-in-bario.html","title":"Things To Do In Bario"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-7BhnQC6Q5XA\/WPH_OD1S-1I\/AAAAAAAA4Uw\/x9O0L1j5vFMukjyFMxomxGjEgddPGHTIwCLcB\/s72-c\/things-to-do-in-bario.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Bario, Sarawak, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"3.7349572 115.4792784"},"georss$box":{"$t":"3.6715777000000003 115.3985974 3.7983367 115.5599594"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-2103113381642048547"},"published":{"$t":"2017-04-20T12:43:00.002+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-04-20T12:43:41.763+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Best Factory Outlets in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Factory Outlets in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Horizon Village Outlets"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Factory Outlets"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Shopping"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Selangor"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sepang"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Horizon Village Outlets (HVO)"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-sEjdjGwEdJ4\/WPg4gvnLjHI\/AAAAAAAA4Zg\/Rp6Bu1XAcGQPXTJmdXMVLRIZKlIto-XVgCLcB\/s1600\/horizon-village-outlets-hvo.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Horizon Village Outlets Sepang\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-sEjdjGwEdJ4\/WPg4gvnLjHI\/AAAAAAAA4Zg\/Rp6Bu1XAcGQPXTJmdXMVLRIZKlIto-XVgCLcB\/s1600\/horizon-village-outlets-hvo.jpg\" title=\"Horizon Village Outlets (HVO)\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAnother factory outlet in Malaysia called \u003Cb\u003EHorizon Village Outlets (HVO)\u003C\/b\u003E Sepang, will be opening in mid 2018 at Sepang in Selangor. This adds the number of factory outlets in Malaysia to six where the latest Genting Premium Outlets or GPO is scheduled to open in mid to late 2017.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EHorizon Village Outlets Malaysia will feature 150 retail lots in a luxurious European architecture open styled area of 400,00 square feet and is located about 10 kilometers north of KLIA and KLIA 2 in Sepang. The massive factory outlet in Sepang is also being built in the Serenia City township by Sime Darby Group.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe closest factory outlet in Sepang to Horizon Village Outlets is also Mitsui Outlet Park which is located along the way to the international airports. This will be quite interesting as there will be two outlets in a 10 kilometer radius and will offer a good variety of choices to travelers and also local shoppers.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-dNV3qSaZ-r8\/WPg4m0IAqDI\/AAAAAAAA4Zk\/2jUN1RjvhDEszQ5eKvQrgqDh5EV3aobhQCLcB\/s1600\/horizon-village-outlets-sepang.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Horizon Village Outlets Malaysia\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-dNV3qSaZ-r8\/WPg4m0IAqDI\/AAAAAAAA4Zk\/2jUN1RjvhDEszQ5eKvQrgqDh5EV3aobhQCLcB\/s1600\/horizon-village-outlets-sepang.jpg\" title=\"Horizon Village Outlet Sepang\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EArtist Impression of\u0026nbsp;Horizon Village Outlets (HVO) (Photo by HVO)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EHorizon Village Outlets Sepang\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe tenants will include well known international brands where a quota of 30% is expected for this. The balance will be catered towards other local brands, food, beverage and entertainment outlets. Currently, there are no super luxury brands mentioned but the international brands include;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EKate Spade\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMichael Kors\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ELa Martina\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EVictoria’s Secret\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EGiuseppe Zanotti\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETory Burch, Tumi\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ESwiss Watch Gallery\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EArtisan Village HVO\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAn Artisan Village will also be the highlight of HVO where they plan to showcase a variety of art, culture and design from all over Malaysia. There will be Malaysian handicraft products and also Malaysian culinary delights that will be something different from the other factory outlets in Malaysia. This unique Artisan Village project is steered to create a unique Malaysian experience, especially for foreigners or travelers visiting HVO.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-w5p-EQ1_NHc\/WPg425QHSMI\/AAAAAAAA4Zo\/xsJn4Qj20sIGU2UjVkttSyHm0OBn4GBAgCLcB\/s1600\/HVO-malaysia.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Sepang Horizon Village Outlets\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-w5p-EQ1_NHc\/WPg425QHSMI\/AAAAAAAA4Zo\/xsJn4Qj20sIGU2UjVkttSyHm0OBn4GBAgCLcB\/s1600\/HVO-malaysia.jpg\" title=\"Horizon Village Outlets Malaysia\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EHorizon Village Outlets Malaysia (Photo by HVO)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EFestival Village HVO\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EA food and beverage section called Festival Village will also be showcasing the unique culinary tastes of Malaysia. Restaurants and cafes serving Malaysian or fusioned-Malaysian foods will be the highlights here. The Festival Village target is to provide a unique customer experience for shoppers who visit HVO, and most importantly, the Malaysian experience.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-BGMwIsot5Dc\/WPg6xpiBlVI\/AAAAAAAA4Z8\/SDfhxwQnxJkTBp0SHo-yI8Hd3ZEXVRhJQCLcB\/s1600\/horizon-village-outlets-malaysia.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Malaysia Horizon Village Outlets HVO\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-BGMwIsot5Dc\/WPg6xpiBlVI\/AAAAAAAA4Z8\/SDfhxwQnxJkTBp0SHo-yI8Hd3ZEXVRhJQCLcB\/s1600\/horizon-village-outlets-malaysia.jpg\" title=\"Horizon Village Outlets Malaysia\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EArtist impression of Horizon Village Outlets Sepang (Photo by HVO)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EArchitectural Design of Horizon Village Outlet\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAccording to architects Adam \u0026amp; Associates, they are creating an unique experience for shoppers in the design of this factory outlet. They were quoted in a brochure stating;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cblockquote class=\"tr_bq\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EHorizon Village Outlets (HVO) is designed to exceed customers’ expectations and deliver an unrivalled outlet shopping experience. The racetrack circulation design was specifically developed by the architects, Adam \u0026amp; Associates, and has been proven to encourage intuitive wayfinding by the shoppers. It means that the visitor flow is maximised so that each and every shop will have excellent visibility and foot trac. HVO will have the benefit of seven entry points and a corridor width designed to optimize cross-corridor shopping. When combined with the multiple access points and crosscorridor optimization, the racetrack design will maximise the exposure and convenience to the shoppers for all store locations.\u003C\/blockquote\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-D2fo6U1dACs\/WPg6e3XuNVI\/AAAAAAAA4Z4\/QVy7a8yEu_YCXhWamJTWY13i5opl1JdYwCLcB\/s1600\/horizon-village-outlets-layout-plan.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Layout of Horizon Village Outlets Malaysia\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-D2fo6U1dACs\/WPg6e3XuNVI\/AAAAAAAA4Z4\/QVy7a8yEu_YCXhWamJTWY13i5opl1JdYwCLcB\/s1600\/horizon-village-outlets-layout-plan.jpg\" title=\"Horizon Village Outlets Layout Plan\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ELayout plan of Horizon Village Outlets (Photo by HVO)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EHorizon Village Outlets (HVO) Address:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EDirections: Intersection of the Elite Highway and Putrajaya-Cyberjaya Expressway\u003Cbr \/\u003EMap of HVO:\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Kuala+Lumpur+International+Outlet\/@2.8347587,101.6972398,16z\/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x31cdb886954aaa6f:0x77ecdea63b7ec459!8m2!3d2.8338573!4d101.6996244\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EGoogle Maps\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EGPS Coordinates: 2.840383, 101.697934\u003Cbr \/\u003EWebsite: www.hvo.com.my\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAdding to the list of \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/11\/factory-outlets-in-malaysia.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EFactory Outlets in Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, this will surely put Malaysia back on the tourism map as one country with multiple factory outlets. Currently, Malaysia is aiming to hit a target of 31 million visitors for the year of 2017 and with the opening of these factory outlets, and also the right marketing strategy, it should not be a problem.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-LvHayHJEZeM\/WPg6PabzA4I\/AAAAAAAA4Z0\/Qk50SJZiykAN0lHv1DfR3cnlbXTFB92eQCLcB\/s1600\/horizon-village-outlet-map.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Directions to Horizon Village Outlets HVO\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-LvHayHJEZeM\/WPg6PabzA4I\/AAAAAAAA4Z0\/Qk50SJZiykAN0lHv1DfR3cnlbXTFB92eQCLcB\/s1600\/horizon-village-outlet-map.jpg\" title=\"Horizon Village Outlets Map\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EMap to Horizon Village Outlets (Photo by HVO)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/11\/genting-premium-outlets-gpo.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EGenting Premium Outlets\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;and \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2011\/12\/johor-premium-outlets-jpo.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EJohor Premium Outlets\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;are one of the strongest factory outlet brands that have been seeing a balanced turnout over the years while the others have been seeing more locals visiting them.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EWith Horizon Village Outlets\u0026nbsp;opening in 2018, this will definitely provide travelers and those who enjoy shopping who are visiting Malaysia. The shopping concept will also work well for those who are on their way to the airports after spending time visiting Malaysia. As a traveler myself, I look forward to the opening of Horizon Village Outlets (HVO) in Sepang.\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/2103113381642048547\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=2103113381642048547\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/2103113381642048547"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/2103113381642048547"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/04\/horizon-village-outlets-hvo.html","title":"Horizon Village Outlets (HVO)"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-sEjdjGwEdJ4\/WPg4gvnLjHI\/AAAAAAAA4Zg\/Rp6Bu1XAcGQPXTJmdXMVLRIZKlIto-XVgCLcB\/s72-c\/horizon-village-outlets-hvo.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-8852571549464151399"},"published":{"$t":"2017-04-16T17:55:00.000+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-04-16T17:55:06.497+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Borneo"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Events in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Events in Sabah"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Regatta Lepa"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Regatta Lepa 2017"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sabah"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Semporna"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Regatta Lepa 2017"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-UsgijsIviOA\/WPM8qP24mAI\/AAAAAAAA4Wc\/mMpVYO-JCWwshNTZkuALHPgLCMRiIigEACLcB\/s1600\/regatta-lepa-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Regatta Lepa Semporna 2017\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-UsgijsIviOA\/WPM8qP24mAI\/AAAAAAAA4Wc\/mMpVYO-JCWwshNTZkuALHPgLCMRiIigEACLcB\/s1600\/regatta-lepa-2017.jpg\" title=\"Regatta Lepa 2017\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis years\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003ERegatta Lepa 2017\u003C\/b\u003E will be taking place from 21-23 April in the town of Semporna, in east coast Sabah. This is also the 24th year that the unique Regatta has been taking place here. Originally paying homage to the nomadic sea Bajau people, the event hast now been accepted as one of the important traditional and cultural events of Sabah Borneo.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe Regatta Lepa is also the most unique sea festival in Malaysia as no other culture has anything close to this. Seeing it take place live is an experience of a lifetime and for anyone who loves traditional cultures plus seafaring, this is one event not to be missed.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAs I travel all over Malaysia and Sabah, I have personally witnessed this event twice. and the uniqueness of the event is something totally extraordinary. Of you are a photographer, this is one of the best captures of people and traditions, all happening in the sea.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-lYcioRTcmUY\/WPM86VDXVCI\/AAAAAAAA4Wg\/MSHseuKEpuIIEK-Y3PdiPB9H5AREE3EQACLcB\/s1600\/regetta-lepa.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Regatta Lepa 2017 Sabah\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-lYcioRTcmUY\/WPM86VDXVCI\/AAAAAAAA4Wg\/MSHseuKEpuIIEK-Y3PdiPB9H5AREE3EQACLcB\/s1600\/regetta-lepa.jpg\" title=\"Lepa 2017\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EA Bajau dancer on board one of the Lepa's during the Regatta\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EWhat is the Regatta Lepa?\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIt is a cultural celebration for the Bajau people of the east coast of Sabah, namely around the Semporna area and its vicinity. The highlight of the Regatta Lepa is no other than the floating boat parade. The Lepa is actually a single mast sailing boat of the Bajau people.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EDuring the festival, the Lepa's are decorated in the village colours, complete with a musical troupe and dancers. The music plays while the dancers perform traditional Bajau dances while the boats head to the main Regatta Lepa Square for judging. The overall judging will be based on the most beautiful and colorful Lepa.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ECome evening, a special Lepa Beauty Pageant is held at the nearby stadium where thousands of locals will witness the process of the pageant and the crowning of the new Lepa Queen. During this session, ministers will convey their speeches while VIP's will be invited and special guest artists will perform a show. A beautiful fireworks display is then followed to close the ceremony.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe Regatta Lepa has been running for 24 years where in 2003, it was officially declared as a national festival in Sabah and Malaysia.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Mzu5dF9ac1g\/WPM9Fab-AVI\/AAAAAAAA4Wk\/Za2trcQf8kMOcYC4iL7R7D0iYXbdhFSOQCLcB\/s1600\/regatta-lepa-semporna-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Semporna Regatta Lepa\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Mzu5dF9ac1g\/WPM9Fab-AVI\/AAAAAAAA4Wk\/Za2trcQf8kMOcYC4iL7R7D0iYXbdhFSOQCLcB\/s1600\/regatta-lepa-semporna-2017.jpg\" title=\"Regatta Lepa Sabah 2017\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ERegatta Lepa Boats heading for the contest in Semporna\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EWhy Should You See The Regatta Lepa?\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EBasically, it is a one-of-a-kind event that is unique to Sabah. If you are in Sabah or heading to Sipadan, Mabul or islands on the east coast during 21-23 April, you should consider making some time to witness this cultural event at the main town area of Semporna.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EBelow is a list of activities that take place through the three days of the Regatta Lepa in Semporna. Some of the main activities take place in the day, while the others take place at night at the Semporna Stadium. The list is;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ELepa Boat Parade\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBoat Race (Kelleh-Kelleh Race)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EDuck Catching Contest\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ESea Tug-of-War\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ELepa Beauty Pageant Contest\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EIgal-Igal Dance (Traditional Bajau Dance)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ELepa Car Contest (Stadium Semporna)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ECraft \u0026amp; Food Stalls (Around Semporna)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EFireworks Display (Stadium Semporna)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ERegatta Lepa 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EDate: 21 - 23 Apr 2017\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EVenue: Seafest Hotel Area and the Semporna Town Jetty Area\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETime: Entire Day\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Y15xwNzTSW8\/WPM9SAN2t9I\/AAAAAAAA4Wo\/zRMKjJjiKs4mTQW5Jl9cxjEvhFoP2IJtwCLcB\/s1600\/regatta-lepa-sabah-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Regatta Lepa Semporna 2017\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Y15xwNzTSW8\/WPM9SAN2t9I\/AAAAAAAA4Wo\/zRMKjJjiKs4mTQW5Jl9cxjEvhFoP2IJtwCLcB\/s1600\/regatta-lepa-sabah-2017.jpg\" title=\"Regatta Lepa Sabah\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EA Bajau dancer with musicians on board one of the Lepa boats\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EWhat to take note during Regatta Lepa\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWith a weekend of festivals and events, hotels, guest houses and lodges will be full. You need to book well ahead to secure a room at any of the accommodations. The best hotel in Semporna is also Seafest Hotel, which is a 3-Star hotel and this hotel will be fully booked with VIP's and state officials.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe weather may be humid and hot, therefore, drink lots of water and apply sunscreen. There will also be thousands of people around there, best to be careful with your personal belongings. And if you are exploring Sabah, you can also read this article on \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/12\/where-to-go-in-sabah-for-2017.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Ewhere to go in Sabah for 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor more detailed information, read my earlier story on the\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2012\/05\/regatta-lepa-lepa-in-semporna-sabah.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ERegatta Lepa in Semporna Sabah\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;which I did in 2012. It highlights everything you need to know about this unique cultural festival and event in Sabah. \u0026nbsp;Again, if you are by any chance visiting the islands of east coast Sabah, do make some time to experience the unique Regatta Lepa 2017.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/8852571549464151399\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=8852571549464151399\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/8852571549464151399"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/8852571549464151399"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/04\/regatta-lepa-2017.html","title":"Regatta Lepa 2017"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-UsgijsIviOA\/WPM8qP24mAI\/AAAAAAAA4Wc\/mMpVYO-JCWwshNTZkuALHPgLCMRiIigEACLcB\/s72-c\/regatta-lepa-2017.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Semporna, Sabah, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"4.479391 118.61154499999998"},"georss$box":{"$t":"3.972847 117.96609799999997 4.985935 119.25699199999998"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-4579903606283039418"},"published":{"$t":"2017-04-09T15:37:00.001+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-04-09T15:37:37.087+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Kuala Selangor"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Selangor"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sky Mirror"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sky Mirror Kuala Selangor"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Things to do in Selangor"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Sky Mirror Kuala Selangor"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-hd7hk7m7gnw\/WOnjj9arc9I\/AAAAAAAA4QM\/XUwNMinSQhE5DgrOeZubLbe5uGOw3JrdwCLcB\/s1600\/sky-mirror-kuala-selangor.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Kuala Selangor Sky Mirror\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-hd7hk7m7gnw\/WOnjj9arc9I\/AAAAAAAA4QM\/XUwNMinSQhE5DgrOeZubLbe5uGOw3JrdwCLcB\/s1600\/sky-mirror-kuala-selangor.jpg\" title=\"Sky Mirror Kuala Selangor\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ESky Mirror in Kuala Selangor is one of the latest tourism attractions in Malaysia, but you should know that this attraction only happens twice a month during the full moon and new moon period. This means, if you plan to visit Sky Mirror, you need to check the moon timings before going there.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe location of Sky Mirror Kuala Selangor is at Sasaran Beach and is off the coast of Jeram fishing village. There have been many names for this place since being discovered and some call it Mirror in the Sky, Salt Flat of Malaysia or even Salar de Uyuni of Malaysia.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ECurrently, only local Malaysians are heading here to experience this new tourist attraction in Selangor, while some bodies have organised FAM trips to Sky Mirror, hoping to attract neighbouring countries to visit this place.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETours are offered by the locals and also via Facebook (you can search for them), and the price for a day trip here is around RM65 to RM70 per person. This includes the boat trip, packed local lunch, ice cold water and some snacks. Usually, you are done by around 2.00 PM.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-YgYk_X7YRag\/WOnjpOMe6oI\/AAAAAAAA4QQ\/Y7N9D1-2Fzs9ClQPETK_ItI8BOTA7uUdACLcB\/s1600\/skymirror-selangor.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Malaysia Sky Mirror \" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-YgYk_X7YRag\/WOnjpOMe6oI\/AAAAAAAA4QQ\/Y7N9D1-2Fzs9ClQPETK_ItI8BOTA7uUdACLcB\/s1600\/skymirror-selangor.jpg\" title=\"Sky Mirror Selangor Malaysia\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESky Mirror at Sasaran, Selangor. Photo by Ayuh Travel (https:\/\/twitter.com\/ayuhtravel)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003EWhat is Sky Mirror?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ESky Mirror is a name given to reflect a mirror image of the sky on an island that emerges during the full and new moon periods every month. A sand bank emerges creating an island which is shallow with a few inches of sea water that happens from mid to late morning.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe effect creates a mirror image of the sky and any subject standing there and this has attracted thousands of locals here to snap those epic shots. The size of this sand bank island is huge, but you should always check with the tour operator on where it ends, as you would not want any unforeseen incidents by exploring too far away.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EWhat to Expect at Sky Mirror\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWell, as anything new will attract people, you should expect tons of people on weekends and school holidays during the peak period. This means, there will be loads of people around Sky Mirror, trying to take photos and so on. If you want your clean shot without the people in the back ground, you need to find a spot away from everyone else. Speak to your tour operator to find out how far you can explore around here.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EHow to Go to Sky Mirror Kuala Selangor\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor those driving, Sky Mirror Selangor is located near the fishing village of Jeram, Selangor. You need to drive there and contact the locals about taking a 30 minute boat ride out to Sky Mirror. From Kuala Lumpur or Petaling Jaya, it takes about one hour to one and a half hours to drive to Sasaran in Selangor.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EA tip is to get here just before 8.00 AM, as the light is best before noon. Use Waze if you are driving and you should pass Kapar after Klang before heading to Jeram. This is also before you reach Kuala Selangor. The trick is to book your boat operator before going here as it can be full when you arrive here, wasting your trip.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-daIC6Ke3UJQ\/WOnjtV-nUKI\/AAAAAAAA4QU\/P9sweU0_1pgAV0AO2xbzm-NqepUPPARRQCLcB\/s1600\/sasaran-sky-mirror.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Selangor Sky Mirror\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-daIC6Ke3UJQ\/WOnjtV-nUKI\/AAAAAAAA4QU\/P9sweU0_1pgAV0AO2xbzm-NqepUPPARRQCLcB\/s1600\/sasaran-sky-mirror.jpg\" title=\"Sky Mirror Selangor\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESky Mirror Kuala Selangor - Photo by Sue Thang of\u0026nbsp;http:\/\/blinkthasn.blogspot.my\/\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ESky Mirror Tour Packages\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWith the hype of this place on social media, there are also companies orangising Sky Mirror Tour Packages in half or full day trips. An average price for an overnight trip including a a night at a local homestay will cost around RM350.00 while for a day trip for those self driving, it will cost around RM70.00 per person.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor the boat trip from Sasaran to Sky Mirror, it generally takes about 20 to 30 minutes, depending on the sea. If it is a choppy day, expect 30-40 minutes boat ride. The boats are also the local medium sized boats that have life jackets and operated by the locals at Sasaran Village.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EYou can also read about \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2011\/11\/places-to-visit-in-selangor.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Eplaces to visit in Selangor\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;which shares some of the many tourist attractions in this state. And for those heading to Kuala Selangor, do check out the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2009\/08\/bukit-malawati-hill-in-kuala-selangor.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EBukit Malawati Hill in Kuala Selangor\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for a historical adventure.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ESelangor is the hub of Malaysia where Kuala Lumpur is located inside the state of Selangor and if you fly into Malaysia, you will land at KLIA or KLIA2 which is located in Sepang, Selangor. And for the latest tourist attraction in Selangor, it is no other than the Sky Mirror Kuala Selangor.\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/4579903606283039418\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=4579903606283039418\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/4579903606283039418"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/4579903606283039418"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/04\/sky-mirror-kuala-selangor.html","title":"Sky Mirror Kuala Selangor"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-hd7hk7m7gnw\/WOnjj9arc9I\/AAAAAAAA4QM\/XUwNMinSQhE5DgrOeZubLbe5uGOw3JrdwCLcB\/s72-c\/sky-mirror-kuala-selangor.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Kuala Selangor, Selangor, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"3.340184 101.24976200000003"},"georss$box":{"$t":"3.2133724999999997 101.08840050000003 3.4669955 101.41112350000003"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-5905145437438534935"},"published":{"$t":"2017-03-28T17:16:00.003+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-03-28T17:16:33.413+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Extreme Parks"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Extreme Parks"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Theme Parks"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Selangor"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Theme Parks"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Theme Parks in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Things to do in Selangor"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Things to do with Kids in Malaysia"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"EnerZ Indoor Extreme Park Subang"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-47IBiHjGb3c\/WNomHP5q9pI\/AAAAAAAA4Ns\/NejHv2OstFAB-M8FdOGnW5s4BYRHE7c4QCLcB\/s1600\/enerz-extreme-indoor-park.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"EnerZ Indoor Park Subang  Jaya\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-47IBiHjGb3c\/WNomHP5q9pI\/AAAAAAAA4Ns\/NejHv2OstFAB-M8FdOGnW5s4BYRHE7c4QCLcB\/s1600\/enerz-extreme-indoor-park.jpg\" title=\"EnerZ Indoor Extreme Park Subang\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAn all new \u003Cb\u003EEnerZ Indoor Extreme Park in Subang\u003C\/b\u003E is now open and catering to all extreme sport lovers in the Klang Valley. Those visiting Selangor will also have the opportunity to visit this new extreme park in Petaling Jaya or PJ which is also the largest trampoline park in Malaysia and also Asia.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EEnerZ Indoor Extreme Park offers over 80,000 square feet of play space, that is suitable for all ages. This extreme park also caters to other events and functions like corporate entertainment, product launches, private events and team-building events. Overall, the owners are making this a one-stop place for activities, regardless of age or rank.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EIf you are visiting Kuala Lumpur or even the Sunway area, and want something different for your kids, this place is actually within the Sunway Lagoon and Sunway Pyramid area, therefore you can just take a taxi here, spend a few hours and then head back to the city area.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-qxF4Mhfzmjw\/WNomNGKGzXI\/AAAAAAAA4Nw\/P09tb9m2CbE4x8XRULLBcJKxIhfbLOXNACLcB\/s1600\/enerz-extreme-park.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Subang Extreme Park for Kids\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-qxF4Mhfzmjw\/WNomNGKGzXI\/AAAAAAAA4Nw\/P09tb9m2CbE4x8XRULLBcJKxIhfbLOXNACLcB\/s1600\/enerz-extreme-park.jpg\" title=\"Enerz Extreme Park\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EWall Climbing at Enerz Indoor Extreme Park in Subang Jaya\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EEnerZ Indoor Extreme Park Subang\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EInside the indoor extreme park, you will find many different activities that cater to just about anyone and they are;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E1. Trampoline Park\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETouted as Malaysia's and even Asia's largest trampoline park, there are trampolines, trampolines and more trampolines. Most of them free jump trampolines where all ages can participate in.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E2. Wall Climbing\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor those with a passion of climbing, there is a 30 feet indoor wall which is complete with ropes and safety equipment needed. Professionally trained staff are there to make sure that you get the job done.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E3. Gut Builder\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor fans of obstacle courses, there is a Gut Builder course at EnerZ which is a 3 level obstacle course. In total, there are also 58 specially tailored games focused on building your child’s confidence and problem solving skills in this course.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E4.\u0026nbsp;Dodge Ball\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EA unique way of playing Dodge ball using the indoor trampolines here. For those who are active and want to try something different, this is it.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E5. Ninja Warrior\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAn activity that lets you imagine that you are a ninja warrior and you can compete with friends in the unique Ninja Warrior game cube.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E6. Meltdown\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EJump, duck and dive as 2 padded bars swing from left to right in an attempt to knock you off your platform. Something fun and different for the active people.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E7. Gladiator\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETry the gladiator arena where you can judge your agility and quickness to bring down your opponents whilst at the same time avoid being knocked off by your opponent's jousting stick. Think Gladiator, the movie and imagine you are one. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E8. Sky Ropes\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ESky Ropes is suspended 7 meters above the ground and is the perfect challenge for those who love adrenaline. Participants are safely harnessed in while attempting 15 obstacles in the sky under supervision of the skilled staff here.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E9. Badminton\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor a classic game of badminton, there are numerous courts here to play or practice. Who knows, you could be the next Malaysian badminton champion? Call 011 1500 0055 for Badminton court bookings.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-eDQ8IOFLe70\/WNonAzdOpPI\/AAAAAAAA4OA\/2eqC2TfxSGkShEvk-nCRup30TBRCFTABgCLcB\/s1600\/enerz-badminton-park.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-eDQ8IOFLe70\/WNonAzdOpPI\/AAAAAAAA4OA\/2eqC2TfxSGkShEvk-nCRup30TBRCFTABgCLcB\/s320\/enerz-badminton-park.jpg\" width=\"320\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EBadminton court prices\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-vGpCwcx0Mt8\/WNomWOHW13I\/AAAAAAAA4N0\/xovK0QohxJA2USEX34Z61WXQtkINV__iACLcB\/s1600\/enerz-extreme-park-subang.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Subang Extreme Park Enerz\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-vGpCwcx0Mt8\/WNomWOHW13I\/AAAAAAAA4N0\/xovK0QohxJA2USEX34Z61WXQtkINV__iACLcB\/s1600\/enerz-extreme-park-subang.jpg\" title=\"Enerz Extreme Park Subang\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EKids activities at the extreme park\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EEnerz Indoor Extreme Park Tickets are purchased from their website. Prices vary and come in individual, family and even large group tickets. Currently, the cheapest promotion ticket is;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003EUniversal Pass (Off peak) at RM 39.00 per person\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E1 pax for 3 hours\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003Eaccess to all games (excluding sky ropes)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPeak Period: Weekends, public holidays, school holidays\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EOff-Peak Period: Weekdays\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EValid for : 90 Days\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMaximum Weight: 110 kg\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EFully transferable\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-_9-liPsHnkE\/WNomgOZAdnI\/AAAAAAAA4N4\/Dgz7WLxUGi8rkcpxmuJtP6HYgkEzWLoiwCLcB\/s1600\/enerz-extreme-park-ticket-prices.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Ticket Price Enerz Extreme Indoor Park\" border=\"0\" height=\"354\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-_9-liPsHnkE\/WNomgOZAdnI\/AAAAAAAA4N4\/Dgz7WLxUGi8rkcpxmuJtP6HYgkEzWLoiwCLcB\/s640\/enerz-extreme-park-ticket-prices.jpg\" title=\"Enerz Extreme Indoor Park Ticket Price\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ETicket prices for Enerz Extreme Indoor Park\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003EEnerZ Indoor Extreme Park Subang Address:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ELot 791 Persiaran Subang Indah,\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ESubang Jaya 47500 Selangor.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ELandmark: 1km from Taipan LRT Station\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETelephone: +6011 1500 0066\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EEmail: info@enerz.my\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWebsite: http:\/\/enerz.my\/\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EEnerZ Indoor Extreme Park Operating Hours;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMonday to Friday: 2.00 PM till 10.00 PM\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ESaturdays: 10.00 AM till 10.00 PM\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ESundays: 10.00 AM till 7.00 PM\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EPublic\/School Holidays: 10.00 AM till 10.00 PM\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-cvnUmb-fvF0\/WNomvtbf2PI\/AAAAAAAA4N8\/JCktmKQ_U4YuoMgwHs6JPSgk3qItfrSQwCLcB\/s1600\/enerz-extreme-indoor-park-subang.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\" Extreme Indoor Park Subang\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-cvnUmb-fvF0\/WNomvtbf2PI\/AAAAAAAA4N8\/JCktmKQ_U4YuoMgwHs6JPSgk3qItfrSQwCLcB\/s1600\/enerz-extreme-indoor-park-subang.jpg\" title=\"Enerz Extreme Indoor Park Subang Jaya\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ETrampoline fun as the indoor extreme park\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EMap to EnerZ Indoor Extreme Park\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ciframe allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d45075.73364611973!2d101.58572365379491!3d3.0492058453906834!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x0%3A0xcffd1bf7f078cd5a!2sEnerZ+Indoor+Extreme+Park!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1490689860779\" style=\"border: 0;\" width=\"600\"\u003E\u003C\/iframe\u003E \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn recent years, there have been a number of indoor activity parks and also theme parks opening in the country. If you are into theme parks, check out this article on \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2013\/01\/theme-parks-in-malaysia.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Etheme parks in Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;which are located all over the country. However, the mother of all theme and activity parks to be opening soon is no other than the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/11\/20th-century-fox-world-genting.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003E20th Century Fox World Genting\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;theme park which is supposed to open in late 2017 or early 2018.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe latest extreme park in Malaysia to open is EnerZ Indoor Extreme Park in Subang, Petaling Jaya. The distance from Kuala Lumpur to here is around 50-60 minutes drive. Alternatively, you can also take the MRT to Taipan MRT Station and then take a taxi here. Or easier is you just use UBER. As the\u0026nbsp;EnerZ Indoor Extreme Park Subang is still new, the place may have a lot of people on weekends therefore, you can call them to get more information.\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/5905145437438534935\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=5905145437438534935\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/5905145437438534935"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/5905145437438534935"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/03\/enerz-indoor-extreme-park-subang.html","title":"EnerZ Indoor Extreme Park Subang"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-47IBiHjGb3c\/WNomHP5q9pI\/AAAAAAAA4Ns\/NejHv2OstFAB-M8FdOGnW5s4BYRHE7c4QCLcB\/s72-c\/enerz-extreme-indoor-park.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Enerz Extreme Park, Lot 791, Persiaran Subang Indah, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"3.042776 101.59455400000002"},"georss$box":{"$t":"-27.8208375 60.285960000000017 33.9063895 142.90314800000002"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-7714606767013906701"},"published":{"$t":"2017-03-14T14:46:00.005+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-04-06T11:17:46.035+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Tourism Arrivals"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Tourism Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Tourism Malaysia News"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Tourism Statistics for Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Tourist Arrivals To Malaysia"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Tourist Arrivals To Malaysia "},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-8Ca9LmklRbA\/WMeNq-xfq4I\/AAAAAAAA4JY\/YYeQAM-EU0oclmiX9dnTGbel5q5GRY6OgCLcB\/s1600\/tourist-arrivals-to-malaysia.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tourist Arrival Statistics To Malaysia \" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-8Ca9LmklRbA\/WMeNq-xfq4I\/AAAAAAAA4JY\/YYeQAM-EU0oclmiX9dnTGbel5q5GRY6OgCLcB\/s1600\/tourist-arrivals-to-malaysia.jpg\" title=\"Tourist Arrivals To Malaysia \" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAs interesting as it is, these are the tourist arrivals to Malaysia for those interested to know the statistics. The numbers are taken from the Tourism Malaysia statistics and show the tourist arrivals to Malaysia since the year 2005 till 2016.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn 2016, Tourism Malaysia targeted a total of 30.5 million visitors to Malaysia but due to the fall of the Malaysian Ringgit and many other contributing factors, the Tourism Minister had announced that the numbers had dropped drastically to 22 million visitors. The actual numbers have been sourced from the MyTourismData Portal.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ECurrently for 2017, a target of 31.8 million visitors to Malaysia is set and the theme 'Malaysia Truly Asia', will continue to be used to promote Malaysia. This was mentioned by the Tourism Minister to Malaysia, Dato' Seri Mohd. Nazri during an interview with the media in early January.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Update April 2017\u003C\/b\u003E - The Tourism Minister had confirmed that the total tourism visitors to Malaysia in 2016 was\u0026nbsp;26,757,392 tourists with tourist receipts of RM82.1 billion.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-gMQB8nd5-5c\/WMeN0cCBXSI\/AAAAAAAA4Jc\/IPby8SZf_cgbBBU0BbmYaixNoSyh_d7KgCLcB\/s1600\/tourism-malaysia-statistics-2016.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"2016 Tourism Arrivals Malaysia\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-gMQB8nd5-5c\/WMeN0cCBXSI\/AAAAAAAA4Jc\/IPby8SZf_cgbBBU0BbmYaixNoSyh_d7KgCLcB\/s1600\/tourism-malaysia-statistics-2016.jpg\" title=\"Tourism Statistics Malaysia 2016\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EVisitor to Malaysia at the international airport\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003ETourist Arrivals to Malaysia from 2005 to 2016\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETourist Arrivals to Malaysia 2016 -\u0026nbsp;\u003Cstrike\u003E22,056,417\u003C\/strike\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E26,757,392\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003EVisitors (April 2017 update)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETourist Arrivals to Malaysia 2015 - 25.72 Million Visitors\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETourist Arrivals to Malaysia 2014 - 27.44 Million Visitors\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETourist Arrivals to Malaysia 2013 - 25.72 Million Visitors\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETourist Arrivals to Malaysia 2012 - 25.03 Million Visitors\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETourist Arrivals to Malaysia 2011 - 24.71 Million Visitors\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETourist Arrivals to Malaysia 2010 - 24.58 Million Visitors\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETourist Arrivals to Malaysia 2009 - 23.65 Million Visitors\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETourist Arrivals to Malaysia 2008 - 22.05 Million Visitors\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETourist Arrivals to Malaysia 2007 - 20.97 Million Visitors\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETourist Arrivals to Malaysia 2006 - 17.55 Million Visitors\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETourist Arrivals to Malaysia 2005 - 16.43 Million Visitors\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cb style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ETop 10 Countries Visiting Malaysia 2016\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EBased on the previous year of 2015, there was only the United Kingdom replaced Australia. The top 10 countries that generated tourist to Malaysia in 2016 was;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ESingapore (6,596,452)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EIndonesia (1,378,699)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EChina (992,463)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThailand (864,453)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBrunei (637,369)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EIndia (359,853)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ESouth Korea (228,023)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe Philippines (220,163)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EUnited Kingdom (206,313)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EJapan (198,693)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003EUpdate April 2017\u003C\/b\u003E - Tourism Minister has confirmed that for 2016, a total of\u0026nbsp;2,124,942 visitors from China had visited Malaysia\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cb style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ETop 10 Countries Visiting Malaysia 2015\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor the Tourism arrivals to Malaysia in 2015, the number dipped slightly compared to Visit Malaysia Year 2014 where 27.4 million visitors came, versus 25.7 million in 2015. Out of that, the breakdown of countries is;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ESingapore (12,930,754)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EIndonesia (2,788,033)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EChina (1,677,163)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThailand (1,343,569)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBrunei (1,133,555)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EIndia (722,141)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe Philippines (554,917)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAustralia (486,948)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EJapan (483,569)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ESouth Korea (421,161)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-GGZEHdKjuj0\/WMeOFouuOjI\/AAAAAAAA4Jg\/-pgLi7XRtbcKIj03oLjynvKEp_fEsELWwCLcB\/s1600\/tourist-arrival-number-smalaysia-2016.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Malaysia Tourism Arrivals\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-GGZEHdKjuj0\/WMeOFouuOjI\/AAAAAAAA4Jg\/-pgLi7XRtbcKIj03oLjynvKEp_fEsELWwCLcB\/s1600\/tourist-arrival-number-smalaysia-2016.jpg\" title=\"Tourism Arrivals Malaysia\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ETourist visiting Malaysia\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EAverage Length Of Stay For Tourist In Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EOver the years, the length of stay has dropped, compared to ten years ago where on average, tourist used to spend from 7 to 10 days, and in 2013, it dropped to about 6.8 days. In 2015, the length of stay for tourist in Malaysia dropped to 5.5 nights.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor future, the Malaysian Tourism Minister said that Malaysia had set a target of 36 million tourist arrivals into the country and RM168 billion in receipts by the year 2020. Again, this all depends n how the ministry is going to promote the country. Right now, the currency is at an all time low, but nothing much is being done to capitalise on this. Yes, there have been news reports on the minister saying that tourist should visit Malaysia now due to the low currency here. That is all.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EFor the original numbers of tourism arrivals to Malaysia and more, you can also visit the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.tourism.gov.my\/statistics\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ETourism Malaysia website\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for the statistics.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-MvZZrmGx6jk\/WMeRqlqZYJI\/AAAAAAAA4J4\/W7CBrgwaTYYneQ9Uwkb_FErLL6500XFXQCLcB\/s1600\/tourism-arrivals-malaysia.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Malaysia Tourism Arrivals \" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-MvZZrmGx6jk\/WMeRqlqZYJI\/AAAAAAAA4J4\/W7CBrgwaTYYneQ9Uwkb_FErLL6500XFXQCLcB\/s1600\/tourism-arrivals-malaysia.jpg\" title=\"Tourism Arrivals to Malaysia 2015\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ETourism Arrivals to Malaysia in 2015\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003ESo, are we doing the wright or wrong thing?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EWhile the current generation of travelers are onto social media, many other countries have taken advantage of using social media as one of the main platforms to promote tourism. However, for Malaysia, it has been pretty slow in catching up in this area. Why I say this is that when I participated in neighboring countries FAM trips, social media campaigns and trips were created specifically for travel influencers to flood the social media channels with photos and information of the trips.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EIn Malaysia's case, nothing has changed since five years ago. The ministry has engaged an advertising agency, which has no proper knowledge on tourism trends but because it is all about protocol and many other red tape issues. \u0026nbsp;The agency just hires an in-house team to manage the tourism social media accounts. Let me just say that the people running these accounts have never been to many of the places they promote for Malaysia, so how does this justify when consumers or would-be visitors ask questions, especially if it is in depth?\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EFor example, if someone asked the Tourism Malaysia twitter account this interesting question - \"Where can I go in Sarawak to see some original or pure Sarawakian ethnic lifestyle?\" Do you think they could answer this immediately? Or leave it hanging or even get back after consulting with the client?\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ETechnically, I could answer questions like that, all because I have traveled Malaysia pretty extensively. Therefore, this is just one of the examples. What is the point of just showing nice photos of Malaysia without any proper information? This goes to show why we lack in so many areas, that could be actually done in the proper way and generate more interest online for Malaysia.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-oFdOciTsNGA\/WMeOZ3lSJPI\/AAAAAAAA4Jo\/XutktIwNyGEcho2bbNt8_Q5PwlftfBAYACLcB\/s1600\/tourist-visiting-malaysia.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tourist Visiting Malaysia\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-oFdOciTsNGA\/WMeOZ3lSJPI\/AAAAAAAA4Jo\/XutktIwNyGEcho2bbNt8_Q5PwlftfBAYACLcB\/s1600\/tourist-visiting-malaysia.jpg\" title=\"Tourist in Malaysia\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ETourist in Malaysia\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EPerhaps, with \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/01\/tourism-malaysia-closes-offices.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ETourism Malaysia closing offices nationwide\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;in January 2017, this could be the start of something new. I would also suggest that the ministry re-look the digital advertising agency's role in promoting Malaysia as they lack the experience in tourism social media. After all, when the travel community is very active online, we should be taking advantage of it, the right way, not the Malaysian way.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe directives and approach should be looked into in order to keep the numbers growing to attract more tourist arrivals to Malaysia, not just the Chinese tourist. Having said this, I am just a travel writer who was once aggressively promoting Malaysia from 2008 to 2014 online, and have been in communication with the tourism officials during that time, which I learnt much of why things are the way they are.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EOver the years, I have also observed and monitored numerous tourism campaigns, decisions and strategies that were supposed to put Malaysia back on the tourism map of the world, but Malaysia being Malaysia, we only seem to look at what's in trend. Meaning if the Chinese were travelling, we would drop everything and just focus on that particular market with an ambition to increase the tourist arrivals to Malaysia. Well, I can only hope for the best in this kind of strategy.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/7714606767013906701\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=7714606767013906701\u0026isPopup=true","title":"4 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/7714606767013906701"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/7714606767013906701"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/03\/tourist-arrivals-to-malaysia.html","title":"Tourist Arrivals To Malaysia "}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-8Ca9LmklRbA\/WMeNq-xfq4I\/AAAAAAAA4JY\/YYeQAM-EU0oclmiX9dnTGbel5q5GRY6OgCLcB\/s72-c\/tourist-arrivals-to-malaysia.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"4"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"4.210484 101.97576600000002"},"georss$box":{"$t":"4.210484 101.97576600000002 4.210484 101.97576600000002"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-3239297595139632702"},"published":{"$t":"2017-03-08T15:25:00.004+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-03-08T15:25:29.684+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Theme Parks"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Water Parks"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Perak"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Theme Parks"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Theme Parks in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Theme Parks in Perak Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Water Parks in Malaysia"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Theme Parks in Perak"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-aoJM6XIUnlk\/WL-rYb1tzEI\/AAAAAAAA4Gs\/esypmvPYSBYzY93d3Ti4IWBjvz11i_z3gCLcB\/s1600\/theme-parks-in-perak-malaysia.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Ipoh Perak Theme Parks\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-aoJM6XIUnlk\/WL-rYb1tzEI\/AAAAAAAA4Gs\/esypmvPYSBYzY93d3Ti4IWBjvz11i_z3gCLcB\/s1600\/theme-parks-in-perak-malaysia.jpg\" title=\"Theme Parks in Perak\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EA lesser visited state in the country has become the talk of the nation where a number of\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003ETheme Parks in Perak\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003Ehas opened or is opening soon. Currently there are two main theme parks which have opened for years and another which is scheduled to open somewhere in April or May 2017. Perak, once known as a quite state in Malaysia has turned the tables around by transforming into a tourist destination.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe capital of Perak is Ipoh and was once known as a miners town, is only two hours drive from Kuala Lumpur. Nowadays, Ipoh is thriving with activity, namely for the famous Ipoh food and its revamped heritage tourism spots. Travelers now head to Ipoh for day trips or even as a stopover before heading to Penang Island. And with the new theme parks in Perak being opened and many interesting \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/08\/places-to-visit-in-ipoh.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Eplaces to visit in Ipoh\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, this will make Perak one of the must visit states in Malaysia.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003ETheme Parks in Perak\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe list of theme parks in Perak are listed below with general information for travelers planning to visit here. The list is also in no order;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EMAPS Perak or Movie Animation Park Studios Perak\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KCX8-WdeI8Q\/WL-mESFQ7KI\/AAAAAAAA4GM\/4_ExfNMH4kUdusV9vgyDWmYwFLoM0urLwCLcB\/s1600\/maps-perak-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Ipoh Movie Animation Park Studios \" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KCX8-WdeI8Q\/WL-mESFQ7KI\/AAAAAAAA4GM\/4_ExfNMH4kUdusV9vgyDWmYwFLoM0urLwCLcB\/s1600\/maps-perak-2017.jpg\" title=\"Movie Animation Park Studios Ipoh\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EMovie Animation Park Studios or MAPS Perak (Photo by www.foodmsia.com)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EThis is the much talked about latest theme park to be opened in Malaysia, however the opening has been delayed since mid 2016. According to media reports, MAPS Perak was scheduled to open in October 2016, but was delayed to December and recently, to March or April 2017.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThis project, dubbed the star attraction of Perak, will cater to mainly the northern and central region of Malaysia. However, with Ipoh being in the limelight of tourism in the last couple of years, the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/06\/movie-animation-park-studios.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EMovie Animation Park Studios\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;will benefit greatly from this as it is an international theme park. There will be 40 over rides spread out in this 52-acre site, which is huge. The collaboration with DreamWorks is probably the main attraction with popular names like Casper, Megamind and The Broods. Local cartoon hero's like Boboi Boy will also be one of the main attractions here.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #444444; font-family: Merriweather, serif; font-size: 16px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"border: 0px; content: \u0026quot;[\u0026quot;; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; left: -0.1em; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; transform: translateX(-100%); vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003EMovie Animation Park Studios Address and Location\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #444444; font-family: Merriweather, serif; font-size: 16px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003EPersiaraan Meru Raya 1,\u003Cbr style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\" \/\u003EBandar Meru Raya 3,\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #444444; font-family: Merriweather, serif; font-size: 16px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003EIpoh, Perak\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #444444; font-family: Merriweather, serif; font-size: 16px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003EWebsite:\u0026nbsp;https:\/\/www.mapsperak.com\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ELost World of Tambun Theme Park\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-jcMQN3YMvnQ\/WL-s19kjMBI\/AAAAAAAA4G4\/78YaKUdEvUUSEB63yP5KzzfprQSMSEHOwCLcB\/s1600\/lost-world-of-tambun.jpeg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tambun Lost World\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-jcMQN3YMvnQ\/WL-s19kjMBI\/AAAAAAAA4G4\/78YaKUdEvUUSEB63yP5KzzfprQSMSEHOwCLcB\/s1600\/lost-world-of-tambun.jpeg\" title=\"Lost World of Tambun\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ELost World of Tambun in Ipoh, Perak\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EThis is probably the most popular theme park in Ipoh, Perak where they have been operating for a number of years under the Sunway Group, which owns Sunway Lagoon in Selangor. The Lost World of Tambun is Perak's answer to a massive theme park catering to locals and also foreigners. It is also touted to be the only theme park in Southeast Asia with natural hot springs coupled with an array of attractions and rides.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThis multi-purpose theme park offers a theme park, water park, night park, petting zoo, amusement park, adventure park, tiger valley and tin valley. The park is also complete with hotels and resorts, shops, restaurants which make this a one stop family recreational park. From Ipoh Town, it is only a 15 minute drive to the Lost World of Tambun.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003ELost World of Tambun Address and Location\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ENo.1, Persiaran Lagun Sunway 1,\u003Cbr \/\u003ESunway City Ipoh,\u003Cbr \/\u003E31150 Ipoh, Perak Darul Ridzuan,\u003Cbr \/\u003EMalaysia\u003Cbr \/\u003EWebsite:\u0026nbsp;http:\/\/sunwaylostworldoftambun.com\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EBukit Merah Lake Town Theme Park\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-pOMMENntNGg\/WL-mWJeYL_I\/AAAAAAAA4GQ\/dFa7SIYABSg8NPKOM8votQLPbwpQ03KzACLcB\/s1600\/bukit-merah-laketown-theme-park.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Bukit Merah Lake Town Water Park\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-pOMMENntNGg\/WL-mWJeYL_I\/AAAAAAAA4GQ\/dFa7SIYABSg8NPKOM8votQLPbwpQ03KzACLcB\/s1600\/bukit-merah-laketown-theme-park.jpg\" title=\"Bukit Merah Lake Town Theme Park\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EBukit Merah Lake Town Theme Park in Perak\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EOne of the pioneer theme parks in Perak is no other that the Bukit Merah Lake Town, located in the Bukit Merak area. This lake town resort is more of a water park and adventure park where you will find a mini water park and a petting zoo in the main area. One unique attraction here is the Orang Utan Island where visitors need to take a boat and visit the island. Orang Utans are rehabilitated here under a private project.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EA new attraction here is the Laketown Adventure Park which offers a zipline and a kids outdoor course. However, this park has not been maintained to international standards, therefore, you get what you pay for. As an added attraction for those heading to Penang or Langkawi, the Bukit Merah Lake Town Theme Park is located along the main highway north and about 1.5 hours from Ipoh.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBukit Merah Lake Town Address and Information\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EJalan Bukit Merah,\u003Cbr \/\u003E34400 Simpang Empat Semanggol,\u003Cbr \/\u003EPerak, Malaysia\u003Cbr \/\u003EWebsite:\u0026nbsp;http:\/\/www.bukitmerahresort.com.my\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EQing Xin Ling Leisure and Cultural Village\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-yqOXPyFRi0o\/WL-mjq7htmI\/AAAAAAAA4GU\/xMEGhorzNt4CeW3iDyLrtT7HlHjxuKc6gCLcB\/s1600\/qing-xin-ling-park-ipoh-perak.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Qing Xin Ling Cultural Park\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-yqOXPyFRi0o\/WL-mjq7htmI\/AAAAAAAA4GU\/xMEGhorzNt4CeW3iDyLrtT7HlHjxuKc6gCLcB\/s1600\/qing-xin-ling-park-ipoh-perak.jpg\" title=\"Qing Xin Ling Park Ipoh\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EQing Xin Ling Cultural Park in Ipoh, Perak (Image from Qing Xin Ling website)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EOne of the lesser known unique attractions in Perak is no other than the Qing Xin Ling Leisure \u0026amp; Cultural Village in Gunung Rapat. The Chinese inspired cultural village offers a different kind of experience with a beautiful lakeside where visitor can rent bicycles to cycle around this picturesque place. A mini museum showcasing old memorabilia, quirky rock formations, wall art, fish feeding and a number of other activities are available for visitors.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe Qing Xin Ling Cultural Park is also suitable for a day trip to see a different side of Ipoh, at times taking you back into time as the place has also earned the title of Little Guilin due to the beautiful landscapes found here. The Chinese name also translates a Serene Village. Qing Xin Ling Leisure Cultural Village is located between the Sam Poh Tong Cave Temple and Kek Lok Tong in Gunung Rapat area. This is about 20 minutes drive from Ipoh city.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EQing Xin Ling Leisure \u0026amp; Culture Village 清心嶺休闲文化村\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAddress: No. 22A, Persiaran Pinggir Rapat 5A,\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETaman Saikat, 31350, Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EEmail: michaelcheng8@hotmail.com\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETel: +6\u0026nbsp;012 516 1556\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWebsite:\u0026nbsp;http:\/\/qingxinlingchaletipoh.com.my\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EKledang Saiong Eco Forest Park\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-pqxxihYsEdI\/WL-nRfTh1NI\/AAAAAAAA4GY\/OQ4KibW5JjsrHY3Arp90zLLpJw4IoT9cwCLcB\/s1600\/kledang-saiong-eco-forest-park.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Taman Eco Kledang Saiong\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-pqxxihYsEdI\/WL-nRfTh1NI\/AAAAAAAA4GY\/OQ4KibW5JjsrHY3Arp90zLLpJw4IoT9cwCLcB\/s1600\/kledang-saiong-eco-forest-park.jpg\" title=\"Kledang Saiong Eco Park\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ETaman Eco Rimba Kledang Saiong in Meru, Ipoh\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EThis Perak Eco park is located near the Meru area is currently is in operation, however there is not much information apart from media report that indicate that there is a 2 km area available for trekking which is suitable for kids and families. Known locally as Taman Eko Rimba Kledang Saiong, many locals have been coming here for a nature experience.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThose into Eco tourism and nature will find the Kledang Saiong Eco Forest Park interesting as there is a very unique Nepenthes Garden found here. Offering 55 different species of pitcher plants or monkey cups from places like Borneo, Indonesia, Thailand, Sri Lanka and Myanmar, this is touted to be the first of its kind in the world. Taman Eko Rimba Kledang Saiong\u0026nbsp;also covers an area of 2,188ha, and is located near the Jelapang toll plaza and at Persiaraan Meru Utama.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003EKledang Saiong Forest Eco Park Address:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EPersiaran Meru Utama,\u003Cbr \/\u003E30020 Ipoh, Perak,\u003Cbr \/\u003EMalaysia\u003Cbr \/\u003EWebsite: None\u003Cbr \/\u003ELandmark: Tenby Schools Ipoh\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ENew Theme Parks Opening in Perak Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe below is one of the new theme parks opening in Perak but information or dates have not been announced. However, the Perak government has already indicate that the focus was on opening MAPS Perak before discussing other new theme parks which will bring the number of theme parks in Perak to five or six in the coming years.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-H5ArocVzF4g\/WL-t7WO9luI\/AAAAAAAA4HI\/yAYwFTiHdzwENQ8PQqGYkcC4RiJ7tAfMACLcB\/s1600\/perak-theme-parks.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Water Park Qi City\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-H5ArocVzF4g\/WL-t7WO9luI\/AAAAAAAA4HI\/yAYwFTiHdzwENQ8PQqGYkcC4RiJ7tAfMACLcB\/s1600\/perak-theme-parks.JPG\" title=\"Perak Water Parks\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EWater Parks in Perak are becoming a trend\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EQi City Water Park\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe Qi City Water Park is part of the upcoming RM1.2 Billion Qi City project which is scheduled to be completed by 2020. However, there is no accurate news about the water park at this modern development, but it could be built by the developers or most likely by a third party contractor. The location of Qi City is also at Bandar Meru Jaya, which will also offer an international school, a hypermarket, hotels and resorts.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis sums up the current and upcoming theme parks in Perak and hopefully we will get more information to update this article. You can also find out more about other \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2013\/01\/theme-parks-in-malaysia.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Etheme parks in Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;from my previous article and also water parks in Malaysia which I did earlier. Also, if you are waiting for the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/05\/genting-new-theme-park-opening.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EGenting new theme park opening\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, it is slated for late 2017 or early 2018.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIf you have any additional information, please do share it with me via email or from the comment form below and if you have questions, please do ask. Hope you will find Perak one of the new destinations to visit in Malaysia and enjoy this article about theme parks in Perak, Malaysia.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/3239297595139632702\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=3239297595139632702\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/3239297595139632702"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/3239297595139632702"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/03\/theme-parks-in-perak.html","title":"Theme Parks in Perak"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-aoJM6XIUnlk\/WL-rYb1tzEI\/AAAAAAAA4Gs\/esypmvPYSBYzY93d3Ti4IWBjvz11i_z3gCLcB\/s72-c\/theme-parks-in-perak-malaysia.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-4197593615642593360"},"published":{"$t":"2017-03-04T15:36:00.003+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-03-04T15:36:39.164+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"20th Century Fox Genting"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"20th Century Fox World Genting"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Awana Skyway"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Genting"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Genting Highlands"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Pahang"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Resorts World Genting"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Awana Skyway Glass Bottom Gondolas"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-w53U64S78cs\/WLpoGjYIlHI\/AAAAAAAA4EU\/DIoEC9r-x7g3czxxfHaR12AT5mWSz_j5wCLcB\/s1600\/awana-skyway-glass-bottom-gondolas.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Awana Skyway Glass Bottom Gondolas\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-w53U64S78cs\/WLpoGjYIlHI\/AAAAAAAA4EU\/DIoEC9r-x7g3czxxfHaR12AT5mWSz_j5wCLcB\/s1600\/awana-skyway-glass-bottom-gondolas.jpg\" title=\"Awana Skyway Genting\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe Genting Awana Skyway was opened in August 2016 and with a brand new cable car system and the much talked about new feature is the Awana Skyway Glass Bottom Gondolas. This world-class attraction operates from the Awana Station all the way to Resorts World Genting and stops at the all new SkyAvenue Station.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis new attraction is also part of the 10-year Genting Integrated Tourism Plan (GITP) where in late 2017, the first 20th Century Fox World Genting Theme Park will open and between now and then, the Genting Premium Outlets or GPO will also be opened at Awana. Many are currently asking when the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/05\/genting-new-theme-park-opening.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Enew Genting theme park opening\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;will be, but there is no confirmation to date as the project was delayed a little.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe new Genting cable cars are French-made which is much bigger than the old ones. The new height is 2.1 metres high instead of the previous 1.6 metres, allowing passengers to get in and out easily without worrying about bumping their heads. Special windows and louvers that allow more of the cool mountain air into the cable cars are also fitted in for an unforgettable mountain experience.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-Tv2v2BH8bwc\/WLpoHBfgO6I\/AAAAAAAA4Eg\/ZppTxM6c2Ig_eMBHWRi2HOoQBl830C5KACLcB\/s1600\/genting-new-cable-car.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Genting New Cable Car\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-Tv2v2BH8bwc\/WLpoHBfgO6I\/AAAAAAAA4Eg\/ZppTxM6c2Ig_eMBHWRi2HOoQBl830C5KACLcB\/s1600\/genting-new-cable-car.jpg\" title=\"Genting Awana Skyway\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe new Awana Skyway which opened in August 2016 (\u003Ci style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\"\u003EPhoto from Resorts World Genting\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\"\u003E)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EAwana Skyway Glass Bottom Gondolas\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe star attractions of this cable car system is no other than the Awana Skyway Glass Bottom Gondolas, where visitors can experience a 360 degrees view of the journey up the mountain, passing lush montane tropical rainforest. On occasion, if you are lucky, you can see Black Hornbills flying in flocks, usually in the late afternoons.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn total, there are 99 gondolas available for the new Awana Skyway, and out of that, 10 special gondolas come with the glass bottom floors with a seating capacity of six persons. The speed of the cable car system is 6 meters per second and in total, 3,000 passengers can be moved every hour in both directions. The entire journey from Awana Station to \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/01\/skyavenue-genting.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ESkyAvenue Genting Plaza\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;will also take around ten minutes.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EBecause consumers cannot live without their smart phones, each gondola is fitted with two USB ports to charge your smart phone or power bank during your journey. The cable car makes one stop at the temple before proceeding to Resorts World Genting.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-7K5tDq5ncrI\/WLpoHNtTZzI\/AAAAAAAA4Ec\/0HOcGZPxRMkP_zZYlaCD_N3tYsPbQZvIgCLcB\/s1600\/awana-skyway.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Picture of Awana Skyway\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-7K5tDq5ncrI\/WLpoHNtTZzI\/AAAAAAAA4Ec\/0HOcGZPxRMkP_zZYlaCD_N3tYsPbQZvIgCLcB\/s1600\/awana-skyway.jpg\" title=\"Awana Skyway Photo\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EOne of the glass bottom gondolas of the Awana Skyway (\u003Ci\u003EPhoto from Resorts World Genting\u003C\/i\u003E)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAwana Station ---\u0026gt; Chin Swee Temple Station ---\u0026gt; SkyAvenue Plaza\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe Genting SkyWay was originally opened to the public in 1997 and was South East Asia’s longest and fastest cable car system back then. In total, there have been 4 cable car systems in Genting since the 1970's and the Awana Skyway is now the latest cable car system in the country.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EPassengers can also\u0026nbsp;bring along one aircraft cabin size bag per passenger on the gondolas. Over-sized baggage can be stored at the Baggage Storage Service located at Level G of the Awana SkyWay building for RM 5.00 per bag for 24 hours. For those who want to bring their over sized baggage into the cable car, a surcharge of RM 20.00 will be imposed. You can also use your Rewards Card to pay for this.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-znvbsNm4B6Q\/WLpoGpPpeZI\/AAAAAAAA4EY\/mLBQenXUug8pytSGKPYa81oOpoQo515KQCLcB\/s1600\/awana-skyway-fun-facts.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Genting Cable Car Information\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-znvbsNm4B6Q\/WLpoGpPpeZI\/AAAAAAAA4EY\/mLBQenXUug8pytSGKPYa81oOpoQo515KQCLcB\/s1600\/awana-skyway-fun-facts.jpg\" title=\"Genting New Cable Car Facts\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EAwana Skyway Facts (\u003Ci style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\"\u003EFacts from Resorts World Genting\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\"\u003E)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EAwana SkyWay Information\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EOperating Hours: 7:00 am until midnight\u003Cbr \/\u003EOperating Days: 7 days a week\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EStandard Gondola\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETickets: RM 8.00 per person\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETickets: 5GP for Genting Rewards Card Members\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EExpress Boarding Pass: RM 40.00 per person\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAwana Skyway Glass Floor Gondola\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETickets: RM 50.00 per person\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETickets: 40GP for Genting Rewards Card Members\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAwana Skyway Tickets\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAwana Station (Level 2, Awana Skyway building)\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ESkyAvenue Station (Level 4, SkyAvenue)\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAwana Skyway Car Park (8 Floors)\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFees: Free for now, but soon to charge\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E4,437 car parking lots\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E633 motorbike parking lots\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-4v142Q5uxA4\/WLpoGox26yI\/AAAAAAAA4EQ\/ii-JHXwAMZk9cezz2DwNFGwaWvKJciXxQCLcB\/s1600\/awana-skyway-map.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Awana Skyway Genting Map\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-4v142Q5uxA4\/WLpoGox26yI\/AAAAAAAA4EQ\/ii-JHXwAMZk9cezz2DwNFGwaWvKJciXxQCLcB\/s1600\/awana-skyway-map.jpg\" title=\"Map to Awana Skyway\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EAwana Skyway Map (\u003Ci style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\"\u003EMap from Resorts World Genting\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\"\u003E)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EHow to go to Awana Skyway\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EIf you are driving, taking a taxi or bus, it will usually stop at the Awana Skyway Station. From here, you will continue up with the cable car system to Resorts World Genting. Self driving visitors can park at the Awana Skyway car park, which is considered like the half way point to the top. Why most people park here is because the other half way up can be stressful for your car or bike. However, there are some that prefer to drive all the way up.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAwana Skyway GPS Coordinates:\u0026nbsp;3.4027° N, 101.7817° E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAwana Skyway will also be one of the new lively places as the all new\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/11\/genting-premium-outlets-gpo.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EGenting Premium Outlets (GPO)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;is scheduled to open in 2017, which has not had a official announcement but it is scheduled to open somewhere mid year. This will also be the second international factory outlet chain to open in Malaysia after the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2011\/12\/johor-premium-outlets-jpo.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EJohor Premium Outlets (JPO)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;opened in December 2011.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe next time you head up to Resorts World Genting (RWG), do give this new cable car system a try as it will surely impress anyone, especially kids or first time visitors. The\u0026nbsp;Awana Skyway Glass Bottom Gondolas are the main highlight and you should not miss this opportunity when visiting RWG or even when the new \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/11\/20th-century-fox-world-genting.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003E20th Century Fox World Genting Theme Park\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;opens in late 2017 or early 2018.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/4197593615642593360\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=4197593615642593360\u0026isPopup=true","title":"3 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/4197593615642593360"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/4197593615642593360"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/03\/awana-skyway-glass-bottom-gondolas.html","title":"Awana Skyway Glass Bottom Gondolas"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-w53U64S78cs\/WLpoGjYIlHI\/AAAAAAAA4EU\/DIoEC9r-x7g3czxxfHaR12AT5mWSz_j5wCLcB\/s72-c\/awana-skyway-glass-bottom-gondolas.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"3"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Awana Skyway, Genting Highlands Resort, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"3.4027244 101.78169030000004"},"georss$box":{"$t":"-27.4608891 60.473096300000037 34.266337899999996 143.09028430000004"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-6473336286860045267"},"published":{"$t":"2017-02-23T14:43:00.000+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-02-23T17:33:10.328+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Avillion Port Dickson"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Hotel Reviews"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Hotels"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Resorts"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Negeri Sembilan"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Port Dickson"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"20 Things To Do At Avillion Port Dickson "},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-qJQ2UX4Wzlo\/WK17BTO_A5I\/AAAAAAAA3_0\/M8dTXVGpHgQpFkVMZVxe88-qc9a1byxAgCLcB\/s1600\/things-to-do-avilion-port-dickson.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Things To Do At Port Dickson \" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-qJQ2UX4Wzlo\/WK17BTO_A5I\/AAAAAAAA3_0\/M8dTXVGpHgQpFkVMZVxe88-qc9a1byxAgCLcB\/s1600\/things-to-do-avilion-port-dickson.jpg\" title=\"Things To Do At Avillion Port Dickson \" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMany may have heard about this beautiful resort located in Negeri Sembilan, just next to Selangor but did you know that there are easily\u0026nbsp;20 things to do at the Avillion Port Dickson Spa Resort? Yes, in terms of activities for couples, kids, families or even business travelers, there is quite a lot of things that you can do at this multiple award winning spa resort in Malaysia.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EHaving been around for over two decades, the Avillion Port Dickson Spa Resort consists of 300 rooms, suites and water chalets, ranging from the Water Suites, Water Chalets, Garden Chalets and Garden Seaview Chalets which are sea facing, offering superb views of the Straits of Malacca. This is also the pioneer luxury resort in\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.traveloka.com\/en-my\/hotel\/malaysia\/city\/port-dickson-107975\" rel=\"\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EPort Dickson\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;having being the fist back then.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-tsDPusMdRSo\/WK56HbWmrNI\/AAAAAAAA4Aw\/OJoeDK4qXGYShplrmiPixO9prZsABFg1gCLcB\/s1600\/avilion-port-dickson.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Avillion PD Resort Spa\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-tsDPusMdRSo\/WK56HbWmrNI\/AAAAAAAA4Aw\/OJoeDK4qXGYShplrmiPixO9prZsABFg1gCLcB\/s1600\/avilion-port-dickson.jpg\" title=\"AvillionPort Dickson\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EAmazing views from the Avillion Port Dickson\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor anyone heading to Port Dickson, you should not miss this opportunity to stay at one of the best resorts in PD, suitable for just about anyone and below is the list of things to do at the Avillion Port Dickson.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003E20 Things To Do At Avillion Port Dickson\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E1. Avillion Pet Farm\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EFor animal lovers and those with kids, the Avillion Pet Farm offers a large number of animals and birds such as rabbits, baby chickens, peacocks and peahens, tortoises and more.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-MdsuB-rw9N4\/WK56G81TrfI\/AAAAAAAA4As\/eXLzTch8WC43HS_7pIXTbi4eV51qwINBwCLcB\/s1600\/avilion-aviary.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"PD Bird Watching\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-MdsuB-rw9N4\/WK56G81TrfI\/AAAAAAAA4As\/eXLzTch8WC43HS_7pIXTbi4eV51qwINBwCLcB\/s1600\/avilion-aviary.jpg\" title=\"Bird Watching Avillion Port Dickson\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EA peacock at the\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\"\u003EAvillion\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003EAviary\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E2. Aviary at Avillion\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EHousing an amazing collection of various species of birds from South African peacocks to resort-hatched hens, the Aviary at Avillion Port Dickson is a great place for kids and adults.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E3. Beach Volleyball\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EAnyone who loves sports and beaches is definitely in for a treat as you can have fun participating in some beach volleyball while giving yourself a good workout.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-Hi1_zF1BTmU\/WK6AcZQcSFI\/AAAAAAAA4BM\/rycrQ15N148bJ_I0HXStE1POnak0aFLygCLcB\/s1600\/riau-beach-port-dickson.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Pantai Riau PD\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-Hi1_zF1BTmU\/WK6AcZQcSFI\/AAAAAAAA4BM\/rycrQ15N148bJ_I0HXStE1POnak0aFLygCLcB\/s1600\/riau-beach-port-dickson.jpg\" title=\"Riau Beach\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ERiau Beach at\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\"\u003EAvillion\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003EPD. Photo by www.mypeaceofheaven.com\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E4. Caklempong Music\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EOn weekends, music lovers \u0026nbsp;can experience listening to the Caklempong which is a traditional Malay music gong instrument. This is part of the traditional and rich Negeri Sembilan culture which was brought to Negeri Sembilan in the 14th century by Minangkabau people from nearby West Sumatra.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E5. Cochin Pool (Adults Only)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003ESpecially made for adults who want \u0026nbsp;peace of mind is the exclusive Cochin Pool, which is a lap pool located at the Northern wing of the Avillion Resort. The pool is surrounded by day beds and sun lounges, it is really the perfect refuge for a tranquil afternoon for anyone seeking some self pampering.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-AwT3xeJfNZc\/WK56G6dM9uI\/AAAAAAAA4Ao\/aAxyjaXhqf4KKLpf8dMv2F8d4xWuBsqqgCLcB\/s1600\/avilion-pd-photo.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Avillion Port Dickson Photography\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-AwT3xeJfNZc\/WK56G6dM9uI\/AAAAAAAA4Ao\/aAxyjaXhqf4KKLpf8dMv2F8d4xWuBsqqgCLcB\/s1600\/avilion-pd-photo.jpg\" title=\"Gambar Avillion Port Dickson\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\"\u003EView of the villas at\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\"\u003EAvillion\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003EPort Dickson\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E6. Fishing and Crabbing at Avillion Resort\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EWhen the tides are low, this is when the crabs come out and guests can experience crabbing along the beach here. When the tides are in, give fishing a try, from the luxury of your sea villa balcony. Alternatively, you can ask the resort to arrange a fishing trip for the serious anglers.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E7. Bird Watching at Avillion Port Dickson\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EOver 30 different species of birds are ready to be spotted around the resort for bird lovers. You have the opportunity to spot Kingfishers, Purple-backed Starling, Black-Naped Orioles and many other birds. At the resort, there is a bird feeding platform where you can watch some of the birds feeding. For bird watchers, you should bring your own equipment as the resort does not provide any.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E8. Avillion Gymnasium\u003C\/b\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EFitness travelers can utilize the Avillion Port Dickson's innovative gym, which is fitted with world class fitness equipment, including a range of cardiovascular machines, treadmills, recumbent bikes, weight machines and free weights.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-_aC0_gKqlVk\/WK6AbgViShI\/AAAAAAAA4BA\/dgmkIaSbO1YVgWUeJB8qX3rQrmh8RyZRgCLcB\/s1600\/avilion-cochin-pool.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Swimming Pool Avillion Port Dickson\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-_aC0_gKqlVk\/WK6AbgViShI\/AAAAAAAA4BA\/dgmkIaSbO1YVgWUeJB8qX3rQrmh8RyZRgCLcB\/s1600\/avilion-cochin-pool.jpg\" title=\"Avillion Port Dickson Swimming Pool\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EOne of the many swimming pools at\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\"\u003EAvillion\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003EPort Dickson. Photo by www.mypeaceofheaven.com\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E9. Village Pool at Avillion\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EA free-form 1.2 meter deep swimming pool which is open 24 hours a day is the place to be for any swimming pool lover. The Village Pool is also set in the midst of the resorts tropical greenery and is suitable for just about anyone. The pool has sections that offers whirlpools for kids.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E10. Kids Cabin at Avillion\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EFor families travelling with kids, the Avillion Kids Cabin is not to be missed as it offers a large array of fun features which includes\u0026nbsp;video game consoles, paint supplies, books, DVDs, and toys. A safely padded outdoor playground is also available for those energetic kids.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-gf-zqiMspNo\/WK6CNkdRokI\/AAAAAAAA4BY\/Zpvt1iOVhzgjO3WuctW_05Z5e9iw_LKmACLcB\/s1600\/kids-spa-avilion.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Avillion Kids Spa\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-gf-zqiMspNo\/WK6CNkdRokI\/AAAAAAAA4BY\/Zpvt1iOVhzgjO3WuctW_05Z5e9iw_LKmACLcB\/s1600\/kids-spa-avilion.jpg\" title=\"Kids Spa Avillion\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EKids Spa at\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\"\u003EAvillion\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;Port Dickson. Photo by www.mypeaceofheaven.com\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E11. Avillion Kids Pool\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EFor the kids who love water and swimming, a special Kids Pool is located right beside the Village Pool which is surrounded by abundant greenery. The step-accessible pool features a variety of fittings to ensure that kids are safe while the pool is only 0.9m deep, suitable for toddlers.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E12. Kids Spa at Avillion Resort\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EEven kids get to experience a spa experience like the adults, but in a very fun way. Choose from massages, hair grooming, make up, manicure, pedicure and some fun henna body artwork where they are supervised and conducted by the resort staff.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-Q5D_cTVPDjc\/WK6Ab27mLyI\/AAAAAAAA4BI\/Bz84J9YX1fUtkgeIZ44Sjwfiw-AuRmGhACLcB\/s1600\/activities-lookout-point.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Lookout Point Avillion Port Dickson\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-Q5D_cTVPDjc\/WK6Ab27mLyI\/AAAAAAAA4BI\/Bz84J9YX1fUtkgeIZ44Sjwfiw-AuRmGhACLcB\/s1600\/activities-lookout-point.jpg\" title=\"Avilion Port Dickson Photo\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe lookout point where you can catch the sunset\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E13. Lookout Point at Avillion\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EFor the single or couple guest, the Avillion Lookout Point is the place to be at. Here, deck chairs are places on \u0026nbsp;the beach where guests can just sit and absorb the beautiful scenery in the Straits of Malacca. Order a cocktail to complete the experience during sunset.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E14. Avillion Nature's Walk\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003ENothing beats taking a nature walk and here at the Avillion, you can easily do this at the resorts walking path. Guests can follow the footsteps trail that starts from the bullock cart area and take a relaxing stroll while learning about traditional village life of before.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E15. Avillion Orchid Hut\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EFlower lovers will be thrilled to learn that the Avillion Orchid Hut offers a wide variety of tropical Malaysian orchids. See different types of orchids that grow in the rainforest or even the famous Malaysian hybrid orchids that are cultivated here.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Kzxy2ffFq4Q\/WK56G3NRhWI\/AAAAAAAA4Ak\/IKBGrxNsX8gBtU2_I9rwKCxj7txgb7YxgCLcB\/s1600\/avilion-port-dickson-beach.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Beach Avilion Port Dickson\" border=\"0\" height=\"404\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Kzxy2ffFq4Q\/WK56G3NRhWI\/AAAAAAAA4Ak\/IKBGrxNsX8gBtU2_I9rwKCxj7txgb7YxgCLcB\/s640\/avilion-port-dickson-beach.jpg\" title=\"Avillion Port Dickson Beach\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EBeach at\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\"\u003EAvillion\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003EPort Dickson\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E16. Visit Riau Beach\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EA must visit is the Riau Beach which is the main area where you can do all your water sport activities. Apart from that, couples or even families can take off those shoes or slippers and walk the beach in the evening looking for shells and catching the beautiful Port Dickson sunset.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E17. Avillion Spice Farm\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EIf you love cooking and flora, the Avillion Spice Farm is the place to be at. Here, you can see and learn about the many traditional herbs and spices used for cooking and healing purposes. Spices you can see here include the world famous Tongkat Ali, Kacip Fatimah, Pandan Wangi, Setawar Halia and Kunyit Sutera.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E18. Eat, Drink and Be Merry\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EWith six F\u0026amp;B outlets, guests will be spoiled for choices at the Avillion Port Dickson. Choose from the aVi Lounge, Crow’s Nest, Jungle Fringe Karaoke, The Galley Lounge, The Verte and Village Court as all of these places have their own specialty from drinks to food.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E19. Water Sports at Avillion Port Dickson\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EMost resort guests love water sports and here at the Avillion Port Dickson, guests can try the non-motorized and environmental friendly water sports offered. Get those muscles working with activities like kayaking and windsurfing. Sorry, there are no motorized water sports like jet skis available.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-51x1MJwP7Oc\/WK546skacuI\/AAAAAAAA4AU\/WzsrAP03T4s0ofNX-pGJ8zvjVSRHsfD9gCLcB\/s1600\/room-2016-03-14-19-27-22-2.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Avillion Port Dickson Spa\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-51x1MJwP7Oc\/WK546skacuI\/AAAAAAAA4AU\/WzsrAP03T4s0ofNX-pGJ8zvjVSRHsfD9gCLcB\/s1600\/room-2016-03-14-19-27-22-2.jpg\" title=\"aVi Spa Avillion Port Dickson\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EaVi Spa at\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\"\u003EAvillion\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003EPD\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E20. aVi Spa Avillion\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003ENothing beats getting a spa treatment during your vacation or business trip, and at the aVi Spa Avillion Port Dickson, you will definitely be pampered all the way. This multiple award-winning spa offers an experience where stillness, simplicity and silence is fused to create an optimum balance of aura and peace.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-rBaXsoNDRX8\/WK546kPnX1I\/AAAAAAAA4AM\/FhIhCMx2Kc4tEFyGEXkzJM_hgkPgUbu3QCLcB\/s1600\/room-2016-03-30-06-15-56-8.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Avillion Port Dickson Sea Villas\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-rBaXsoNDRX8\/WK546kPnX1I\/AAAAAAAA4AM\/FhIhCMx2Kc4tEFyGEXkzJM_hgkPgUbu3QCLcB\/s1600\/room-2016-03-30-06-15-56-8.jpg\" title=\"Sea villa units at Avillion Port Dickson\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EOne of the sea villa units at\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\"\u003EAvillion\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;Port Dickson\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EThe above are the many things that you can do at the resort and I am pretty sure that if you look harder, there could be even more things to do at \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.traveloka.com\/en-my\/hotel\/malaysia\/avillion-port-dickson-8132\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EAvillion Port Dickson\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E. However, these are just the main 20 things and just thinking of staying here for the weekend, it could be a pretty busy and productive weekend.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EIn general, there are quite a number of new hotels and resorts in Port Dickson, but the Avillion Spa Resort has been the pioneer properties here since the nineties. With years of experience under the resort, it goes to say that they have been doing an amazing job with their guests, who have highly recommended this place to others.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-beb-S5TfYY4\/WK547OpvXtI\/AAAAAAAA4AY\/HWWzDTicB_4kUvLhmZUzN4F_pehk0d4mgCLcB\/s1600\/wedding-overview-banner-0.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Beach Wedding at Avillion Port Dickson\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-beb-S5TfYY4\/WK547OpvXtI\/AAAAAAAA4AY\/HWWzDTicB_4kUvLhmZUzN4F_pehk0d4mgCLcB\/s1600\/wedding-overview-banner-0.jpg\" title=\"Port Dickson Beach Wedding\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EA beach wedding setting can be arranged by the resort\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EMy travels take me all over Malaysia and also Southeast Asia but at times, I tend to refer to website that can give me a good deal in booking my hotel or resort stays. Previously, I booked my stays through Booking.com or Agoda, but of lately, I have found \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.traveloka.com\/en-my\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ETraveloka\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;to offer some of the best prices and package deals. Again, it is entirely up to the reader to choose, but nowadays with the stiff competition among the many booking sites, everyone just wants the best deal.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EThe next time you plan to visit Port Dickson or PD, as it is locally called, I would highly recommend you explore what the many resorts or hotels have to offer. Most of them are just decent with less than ten activities to offer, but here, I found a total of 20 things to do at the Avillion Port Dickson Spa Resort. So far, no other property here has managed to top this list.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/6473336286860045267\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=6473336286860045267\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/6473336286860045267"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/6473336286860045267"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/02\/20-things-to-do-at-avillion-port-dickson.html","title":"20 Things To Do At Avillion Port Dickson "}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-qJQ2UX4Wzlo\/WK17BTO_A5I\/AAAAAAAA3_0\/M8dTXVGpHgQpFkVMZVxe88-qc9a1byxAgCLcB\/s72-c\/things-to-do-avilion-port-dickson.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Avillion Port Dickson, Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"2.5055833181784148 101.83197730873417"},"georss$box":{"$t":"2.5045918181784148 101.83071680873417 2.5065748181784149 101.83323780873417"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-3202136638133915649"},"published":{"$t":"2017-02-20T13:47:00.003+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-02-20T13:47:49.798+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Japan"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Japan Travel Packages"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Kuala Lumpur"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Matta 2017"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Matta Fair"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Matta Fair 2017"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"MATTA Fair Packages"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Tokyo Travel Packages"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Travel Fairs"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Tokyo Travel Packages at Matta Fair 2017"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-tXL2cE8iMhc\/WKg7hYOcFMI\/AAAAAAAA39Y\/Yy9BwWyz6P8Hoi0CXP23TcA-RAcb-BXQwCLcB\/s1600\/tokyo-travel-packages-matta-fair-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Matta Fair 2017 Tokyo Packages \" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-tXL2cE8iMhc\/WKg7hYOcFMI\/AAAAAAAA39Y\/Yy9BwWyz6P8Hoi0CXP23TcA-RAcb-BXQwCLcB\/s1600\/tokyo-travel-packages-matta-fair-2017.jpg\" title=\"Tokyo Travel Packages Matta Fair \" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIf you are looking for \u003Cb\u003ETokyo travel packages at Matta Fair\u003C\/b\u003E \u003Cb\u003E2017\u003C\/b\u003E, you are in luck as the Japan National Tourism Board or JNTO in Malaysia will be organizing a massive Japan travel booth at Malaysia's largest travel fair where Tokyo is one of the main highlights here among many other regions and prefectures of Japan.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMost Malaysians and Southeast Asians have recently been attracted to Tokyo as one of the favorite travel destinations due to the wide variety of tourism products available all over Japan. Over the years, many Malaysian travel companies have been promoting many different Tokyo travel packages at Matta Fair, and this has increased more awareness about the Land of the Rising Sun.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EOne of the main factors that contributed to this growth of tourism to Japan is how the JNTO has aggressively embarked on providing Halal cuisine in almost all major cities and prefectures of Japan. This includes creating prayer rooms and Halal food guides for Muslim travelers to Japan.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-PCMKzkCazZE\/WKg8Dx-_06I\/AAAAAAAA39c\/MPtUlFSWDco9Z8Iels7jt8jWs3mCAO-UwCLcB\/s1600\/matta-fair-tokyo-booth.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Matta Fair Japan Tokyo Booth \" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-PCMKzkCazZE\/WKg8Dx-_06I\/AAAAAAAA39c\/MPtUlFSWDco9Z8Iels7jt8jWs3mCAO-UwCLcB\/s1600\/matta-fair-tokyo-booth.jpg\" title=\"Tokyo Booth Matta Fair 2017\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EVisitors at the Tokyo Booth in Matta Fair\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ETokyo Travel Packages at Matta Fair\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EDepending on what you are looking for, there are various types of Tokyo travel packages available from many different travel agents. While the conventional all-in packages are promoted, a majority of the current day travelers prefer to go as Free Independent Traveler or FIT style. This means, they will just buy the attraction or transportation tickets and book their flights or accommodations online.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-_YMhukbh_BQ\/WKg8J9xZJeI\/AAAAAAAA39g\/hfrvjKtpizsc3EPUyQJDJDcANx78_oNHgCLcB\/s1600\/matta-fair-tokyo-travel-package.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Matta Fair Japan Travel Booth\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-_YMhukbh_BQ\/WKg8J9xZJeI\/AAAAAAAA39g\/hfrvjKtpizsc3EPUyQJDJDcANx78_oNHgCLcB\/s1600\/matta-fair-tokyo-travel-package.jpg\" title=\"Japan Travel Booth\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EAt the Japan booth during Matta Fair\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EWhat consumers would do is to visit the Japan Travel Booth to get information and brouchers for various parts of Japan, depending on where they plan to go. At the Japan Travel Booth in Matta Fair 2017, many different prefectures from all over Japan will participate to showcase their tourism attractions.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EApart from that, you will see other tourism related companies there like the Japanese Railway companies, JR East, JR West, Theme Parks like Universal Studios Japan and Tokyo Disneyland, Specialized Tour Service Companies and many hotels and resorts from around Japan. This will ensure that the would be visitor gets enough information before visiting Japan.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-L7acFalOiFI\/WKg8N9bSV1I\/AAAAAAAA39k\/18xCEsyVpT0TCW4XJVsxWSDxjkFf5YepQCLcB\/s1600\/japan-travel-package-matta-fair-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-L7acFalOiFI\/WKg8N9bSV1I\/AAAAAAAA39k\/18xCEsyVpT0TCW4XJVsxWSDxjkFf5YepQCLcB\/s1600\/japan-travel-package-matta-fair-2017.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EVarious booths from all over Japan during the Matta Fair\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ETokyo Booth at Matta Fair 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EOne of the most popular places in Japan is no other than Tokyo, the capital of Japan and most first time visitors would head here to experience this vibrant city that offers so much. The main airports in Tokyo are also Haneda Airport for AirAsia X Flights and also Narita Airport where Japan Airlines, Malaysia Airlines and other international airlines land at.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EUpon arrival at any of the Tokyo airports, you will then take a train to your hotel, guesthouse, AirBnB or Ryokan. Moving around Tokyo is also best done with the incredible subway system which connects almost every district.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-p4V0OPrge9o\/WKg8RKP2geI\/AAAAAAAA39o\/DxsywzwTH3807VwiLQfwicEtxY_Pb0STgCLcB\/s1600\/muslim-package-tokyo-japan.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Muslim Packages Japan 2017\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-p4V0OPrge9o\/WKg8RKP2geI\/AAAAAAAA39o\/DxsywzwTH3807VwiLQfwicEtxY_Pb0STgCLcB\/s1600\/muslim-package-tokyo-japan.jpg\" title=\"Japan Muslim Travel Packages\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ETokyo offers Muslim travel packages with information available at the Tokyo Booth\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ETokyo Travel Packages Matta Fair 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIf you are interested in visiting Tokyo in 2017, I would highly recommend you pay a visit to the Tokyo Booth at Matta Fair March 2017. Here, you can get most information about Tokyo and its surroundings by speaking to the officers in charge there. You should also know that this is purely an information booth and they do not sell any Tokyo Packages there.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor any Tokyo travel packages at the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/10\/matta-fair-2017.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EMatta Fair 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, you should look for those travel agents that sell Japan Packages and book through them. Most of the international travel agents are found in the main International Hall of the Matta Fair, which is Hall 1 and 2.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EOur tips and tricks on travelling to Tokyo is to research, find out what you want to see and do and then only plan your trip there. Most Malaysians visiting Japan would want to see the Sakura Flowers during the Sakura season from end March to early April, but the trick is to book your flights and accommodation at least six months in advance to get good prices. If you try to book one or two months before the Sakura flower Season, most hotels would be fully booked or whatever remaining rooms would be priced really high. It is always best to check out the various Tokyo \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/03\/matta-fair-promotion-packages.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EMatta Fair promotion packages\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;before deciding on what you want.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-jX6yIiAFf0E\/WKg8VRqcY8I\/AAAAAAAA39w\/VLjnZBQMxP4tCnUwgany67BNjQv6itTIgCLcB\/s1600\/tokyo-booth-matta-fair-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Matta Fair March 2017 Tokyo\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-jX6yIiAFf0E\/WKg8VRqcY8I\/AAAAAAAA39w\/VLjnZBQMxP4tCnUwgany67BNjQv6itTIgCLcB\/s1600\/tokyo-booth-matta-fair-2017.jpg\" title=\"Matta March 2017\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EVisitors getting information on Tokyo from the Matta Fair\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EHow Long To Spend In Tokyo?\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAnother misconception is that many people think that you can see Tokyo in 4-5 days, and that is totally not true. Unless you are rushing your trip, even six days is not enough to see Tokyo. So, when tour companies sell Tokyo packages for 3-4 days, it is really a touch-and-go trip. They will most likely take you to a few popular places for a very short time and hop from city to city. Personally, I would not recommend going for this, but to experience Tokyo by yourself as it is a very safe city and the infrastructure is very good.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EA number of visitors would also choose to do dual cities like Tokyo and Osaka for their Japan trip, and usually this would be a 6-7 day trip, but it could also be quite a rush trip. A better solution would be to do them individually and during different times of the year, to experience the different seasons. However, at the end of the day, it is up to the consumer to choose and as mentioned, it is always best to source out the information for your Tokyo travel packages at Matta Fair 2017.\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/3202136638133915649\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=3202136638133915649\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/3202136638133915649"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/3202136638133915649"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/02\/tokyo-travel-packages-at-matta-fair-2017.html","title":"Tokyo Travel Packages at Matta Fair 2017"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-tXL2cE8iMhc\/WKg7hYOcFMI\/AAAAAAAA39Y\/Yy9BwWyz6P8Hoi0CXP23TcA-RAcb-BXQwCLcB\/s72-c\/tokyo-travel-packages-matta-fair-2017.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"MATTA Fair 2017, PWTC, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"3.166333 101.69358599999998"},"georss$box":{"$t":"-27.6972825 60.384991999999983 34.0299485 143.00217999999998"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-9128627929780672756"},"published":{"$t":"2017-02-18T15:55:00.001+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-02-18T15:55:18.964+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Best Shopping Malls to Visit in Kuala Lumpur"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Kuala Lumpur"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Shopping"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Shopping"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Shopping in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Shopping Malls in Kuala Lumpur"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Shopping Malls in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Southeast Asia"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Best Shopping Malls to Visit in Kuala Lumpur KL"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/--h5662Nejis\/WKfiuj3eDsI\/AAAAAAAA378\/JxEB8DYuJk8JCYAs0FuvAy97vGprDHdlQCLcB\/s1600\/best-shopping-malls-kuala-lumpur-kl.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Best Shopping Malls to Visit in Kuala Lumpur\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/--h5662Nejis\/WKfiuj3eDsI\/AAAAAAAA378\/JxEB8DYuJk8JCYAs0FuvAy97vGprDHdlQCLcB\/s1600\/best-shopping-malls-kuala-lumpur-kl.jpg\" title=\"Best Shopping Malls to Visit in KL\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ENot your regular Top 10 list but this is a list of the\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003EBest Shopping Malls to Visit in Kuala Lumpur\u003C\/b\u003E or KL based purely on the popularity of the malls for tourism purposes. Many visitors come to Malaysia in search of some good places to go shopping in Kuala Lumpur or KL, but with so many top 10 list out there, most of them are just plucked from the internet and interlinked to some online hotel booking sites or just for the sake of getting people to click on their links.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ESo, as I have been born and bred here in Kuala Lumpur, and occasionally moving around the city, I can vouch for these shopping malls to visit in Kuala Lumpur as I frequent most of them regularly. In no order, here is the list of the best shopping malls to visit in KL, in the Golden Triangle and also the outer rim of Kuala Lumpur. Again, thee places are purely tourism focused.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-rHneaz4_j10\/WKfkLcEYqxI\/AAAAAAAA38M\/vzB_3lyrrIIFIUtH8-1PR6WlMDrzQ3PbwCLcB\/s1600\/berjaya-times-square.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Berjaya Times Square Shopping Mall\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-rHneaz4_j10\/WKfkLcEYqxI\/AAAAAAAA38M\/vzB_3lyrrIIFIUtH8-1PR6WlMDrzQ3PbwCLcB\/s1600\/berjaya-times-square.jpg\" title=\"Top Shopping Malls in KL\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EBerjaya Times Square, one of the mot popular shopping malls in Kuala Lumpur. Photo from www.gowhere.my\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EBerjaya Times Square Shopping Mall\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EHaving been around for a number of years, the Berjaya Times Square has moved to be one of the top shopping malls in KL to visit, simply because of the variety of shops available here. You will not find high end brands but more of the local brands and many boutique and speciality shops here. On some floors, you can find some real bargains for ladies clothes and accessories as the shops here remind me of a Bangkok style mall, with lots of retailers and cheap clothes, mostly imported from Thailand, China and Korea.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EBerjaya Times Square is also one of the multi-concept malls where you can find a huge indoor theme park, a Japanese and Taiwan Street, Hotel and Serviced Apartments which are all housed in one huge complex. Perfect for those wanting a city holiday and very suitable for couples, families or those on business trips.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBerjaya Times Square Address;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ELocation: Opposite Melia Hotel and Amoda building. You can exit straight into the shopping mall from Imbi Monorail Station.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAddress: No. 1 Jalan Imbi, Kuala Lumpur\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETelephone: (603) 2117 3111\u003Cbr \/\u003EOpening Hours: Daily, 10:00 – 22:00\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-5m1tSXx0-Jg\/WKfleRRXlhI\/AAAAAAAA38Y\/Ascr3c8kLGM9iehEl3WwJNIhVVWCuF-OgCLcB\/s1600\/suria-klcc-shopping-mall.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Suria KLCC Shopping Mall\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-5m1tSXx0-Jg\/WKfleRRXlhI\/AAAAAAAA38Y\/Ascr3c8kLGM9iehEl3WwJNIhVVWCuF-OgCLcB\/s1600\/suria-klcc-shopping-mall.jpg\" title=\"Suria KLCC\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESuria KLCC, a very popular shopping mall in KL. Photo by www.thousandwonders.net\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ESuria KLCC Shopping Mall\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThis is one of the most famous and popular shopping mall in Kuala Lumpur, located underneath the Petronas Twin Towers, you get a two-in-one experience when you visit Suria KLCC Shopping Mall in Kuala Lumpur. Visitors to this mega mall will find local and international tenants and international department store chains here. The mall is also comparison to many other international mega malls in other countries. The crowds are not only on weekends, but just about everyday. One of the bonus points is that the Suria KLCC is connected to the main KLCC LRT train line. This station is linked to KLCC and also the mall opposite, called Avenue K.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EApart from browsing the many floors and the Petrosains Centre on the top floor, visitors can spend a full day here in the mall, or simply going outside to the KLCC Park and also Aquaria KLCC. The Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre and Mandarin Oriental Hotel is also located just outside Suria KLCC. From Bukit Bintang City Center, it is only a 10 minute walk here.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ESuria KLCC Address;\u003C\/b\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ELocation: Under the Petronas Twin Towers\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAddress: Lot. No. 241, Level 2, Suria KLCC, Kuala Lumpur City Centre\u003Cbr \/\u003E50088 Kuala Lumpur\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETelephone: (603) 2382 2828\u003C\/div\u003EWebsite: http:\/\/www.suriaklcc.com.my\/index.html\/\u003Cbr \/\u003EOpening Hours: Daily, 10:00 – 22:00\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-NhbK_Bh5XAI\/WKfm4jvf7KI\/AAAAAAAA38k\/NEnY_N8M5O8E-pnD2Aq-wv3VBX4d4HRxQCLcB\/s1600\/pavilion-shopping-mall-kuala-lumpur.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Shopping Malls Kuala Lumpur\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-NhbK_Bh5XAI\/WKfm4jvf7KI\/AAAAAAAA38k\/NEnY_N8M5O8E-pnD2Aq-wv3VBX4d4HRxQCLcB\/s1600\/pavilion-shopping-mall-kuala-lumpur.jpg\" title=\"Pavilion Shopping Mall\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EPavilion Shopping Mall in KL. Photo from www.pavilion-kl.com\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EPavilion Shopping Mall Kuala Lumpur\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe mother of all shopping malls, the Pavilion Shopping Mall in Kuala Lumpur is a world-class mixed-use urban development and also a multiple award winning mall. The entire project comprises a seven storey premier shopping mall, two blocks of Pavilion Residences, Pavilion Tower office block and the 5-star Royale Pavilion Hotel. With all that mentioned, I can say that this is the place to find top international brands, chic cafes, restaurants and other high end boutique shops.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ELocated in the core area of the Golden Triangle of KL or the BBKLCC, this place pulls in all walks of life, including the shopping tourist. Think Channel, Burberry or Fendi and you can find it here as these are the kind of tenants that occupy the main area of Pavilion. A must visit for any luxury shopping lover and is a five minute walk from the Bukit Bintang Monorail Station.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPavilion Kuala Lumpur Address;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ELocation: Right next to Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur, across the street from JW Marriott and Starhill Gallery.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAddress: 168 Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETelephone: (603) 2118 8833\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EPavilion KL Website: http:\/\/www.pavilion-kl.com\/\u003Cbr \/\u003EOpening Hours: Daily, 10:00 – 22:00\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-E2q79RDTJX4\/WKfiOJAPviI\/AAAAAAAA374\/y60regftlMIo6gSyGVLFwi9N4MZLgdmBQCLcB\/s1600\/low-yat-plaza.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-E2q79RDTJX4\/WKfiOJAPviI\/AAAAAAAA374\/y60regftlMIo6gSyGVLFwi9N4MZLgdmBQCLcB\/s1600\/low-yat-plaza.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ELow Yat Plaza in Kuala Lumpur, the best place to get gadgets and electronics. Photo from www.wikimapia.com\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ELow Yat Plaza Shopping Mall\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThis is the place to go for cameras, smartphones, IT. electronics and gadgets in Malaysia. Plaza Low Yat has been serving local or foreigners over a decade and is well known as the IT and Gadget Center of Kuala Lumpur. People visit Low Yat Plaza in Bukit Bintang to get their IT items, repairs or upgrades. Whatever is new in the market, you are sure to find it here. Whatever smart phone or gadget launched worldwide, you can find it here first too. There are a total of five floors for shoppers to explore and the location is about five minutes walk from the Bukit Bintang Monorail Station.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EHaving been around for almost thirty years, this one-stop Camera, Smartphone, IT and gadget shop offers supermarkets, chain stores and private vendors and you can most likely get some of the best prices and deals here. Accessories for smart phone, tablets, laptop, desktop and cameras are also found here too. Definitely a must-visit place for any gadget lover.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPlaza Low Yat Address;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ELocation: Behind Amoda Building, which is across the street from Berjaya Times Square, and right beside Bukit Bintang Plaza\/Sungei Wang Plaza.\u003Cbr \/\u003EAddress: No. 7, Jalan Bintang, Off Jalan Bukit Bintang, Bukit Bintang Central,\u003Cbr \/\u003ELow Yat Plaza Website\u003Cbr \/\u003ETel: (603) 2148 3651\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EOpening Hours: Daily, 10:00 – 22:00\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-nHoOU6IMhbA\/WKfn8XApvCI\/AAAAAAAA38w\/ET8RuZBW55AVQ_zoK6Ju-dx4im6iIJaxACLcB\/s1600\/nu-sentral-shopping-mall.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Nu Sentral Shopping Mall KL\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-nHoOU6IMhbA\/WKfn8XApvCI\/AAAAAAAA38w\/ET8RuZBW55AVQ_zoK6Ju-dx4im6iIJaxACLcB\/s1600\/nu-sentral-shopping-mall.jpg\" title=\"Nu Sentral Shopping Mall\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ENu Sentral Shopping Mall in Kuala Lumpur\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ENu Sentral Shopping Mall\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EOne of the new players to enter the shopping mall scene in KL is no other than Nu Sentral, located in the KL Sentral core area. This interesting mall opened in 2014 and is connected directly to KL Sentral, which is also the main transportation hub of Kuala Lumpur. At Nu Sentral, you can find the standard retail shops, cafes, fast food joints and restaurants here but do not expect a lot of luxury brands here.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EMost travelers or locals would use the mall as a gateway to Brickfields where the main KL Monorail station is located. All train services in Kuala Lumpur and the main Malaysia Railway is found here. For those travelers who are waiting for their trains or even arriving early to take the KLIA Express train to the airport, you can just go over to Nu Sentral to shop or even have some food at the many restaurants and cafes there.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003ENu Sentral Address;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ELocation: Connected to KL Sentral\u003Cbr \/\u003EAddress: No 201, Jalan Tun Sambanthan 50470, Kuala Lumpur\u003Cbr \/\u003ETel: (+603) 2859 7177\u003Cbr \/\u003EWebsite: http:\/\/www.nusentral.com\/\u003Cbr \/\u003EOpening Hours: Daily, 10:00 – 22:00\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-LiHceZN1INk\/WKfwhcoMPxI\/AAAAAAAA39A\/tNho0yGrO6Eox0_zqx5bQncu7C6KRzc_ACLcB\/s1600\/mid-valley-megamall.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Mid Valley Megamall Kuala Lumpur\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-LiHceZN1INk\/WKfwhcoMPxI\/AAAAAAAA39A\/tNho0yGrO6Eox0_zqx5bQncu7C6KRzc_ACLcB\/s1600\/mid-valley-megamall.jpg\" title=\"Mid Valley Megamall\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EMid Valley Megamall, one of the successful shopping malls just out of KL City. Photo from www.panoramio.com\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EMid Valley Megamall\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EOne of the largest shopping malls in Kuala Lumpur is no other than Mid Valley Megamall, located just ten minutes drive outside of KL main city area. This gigantic mall which opened in 1999 has seen some of the best choices of brands, in terms of general retailers. In terms of shopping, you would most probably spend a lot of time here as the mall is so huge, it takes a lot of walking around.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EMid Valley Megamall also has its own convention hall called the Mid Valley Convention Centre and two hotels which are also connected to the mall. However, to get here, you need to take a taxi from the city and avoid coming during peak hours as the place can get really crowded. For tourist coming here, a tip would be to change your money in the city before coming here as the money changers here have really long lines. This mega mall in KL is one of the best overall malls for couples, businessmen and families.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EMid Valley Megamall Address;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ELocation: 15 minutes out of KL main city area and 5 minutes from KL Sentral.\u003Cbr \/\u003EAddress: Mid Valley Megamall, 75, Lingkaran Syed Putra, Mid Valley City, 58000 Kuala Lumpur\u003Cbr \/\u003ETel: (+603) 2938 3333\u003Cbr \/\u003EWebsite: http:\/\/www.midvalley.com.my\/\u003Cbr \/\u003EOpening Hours: Daily, 10:00 – 22:00\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-iTgcE-JRzdQ\/WKfxGf2_wfI\/AAAAAAAA39I\/OIR6iN1UhRA4OnHnCOWq4g29sDmB8uQHgCLcB\/s1600\/suria-klcc.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Suria KL Shopping Mall \" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-iTgcE-JRzdQ\/WKfxGf2_wfI\/AAAAAAAA39I\/OIR6iN1UhRA4OnHnCOWq4g29sDmB8uQHgCLcB\/s1600\/suria-klcc.jpg\" title=\"Suria KLCC \" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESuria KLCC, located under the Petronas Twin Towers in KL\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EThe shopping malls in KL mentioned above have been personally visited by me on numerous occasions, hence you are getting exact information. If you are heading out of KL to the suburb of PJ, you can check out my \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2010\/12\/shopping-malls-in-petaling-jaya.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EShopping Malls in Petaling Jaya\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;article which I did previously as this is in the outer region of Kuala Lumpur.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThere are many other new shopping malls in Kuala Lumpur, but I have not listed them as they are still considered new and many are still in the soft period while not all of them are completely occupied. So, to recommend these new malls would be useless, considering that when you go there, the place looks empty, lacking tenants, but I am keeping an eye out to see which are the ones who stand out after the first half of 2017 and update it here.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ESo in the mean time, this article is strongly focused on popular malls that are relatively important to tourist visiting KL and I hope that this list of best shopping malls to visit in Kuala Lumpur provide you with more than enough information. Do ask if you have any questions or feedback and leave them below.\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/9128627929780672756\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=9128627929780672756\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/9128627929780672756"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/9128627929780672756"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/02\/best-shopping-malls-to-visit-in-kuala.html","title":"Best Shopping Malls to Visit in Kuala Lumpur KL"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/--h5662Nejis\/WKfiuj3eDsI\/AAAAAAAA378\/JxEB8DYuJk8JCYAs0FuvAy97vGprDHdlQCLcB\/s72-c\/best-shopping-malls-kuala-lumpur-kl.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"3.139003 101.68685499999992"},"georss$box":{"$t":"2.885326 101.36413149999993 3.3926800000000004 102.00957849999992"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-8991732328028318187"},"published":{"$t":"2017-02-12T14:48:00.000+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-02-12T14:48:45.861+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Gadget Review"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"OPPO"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"OPPO R9s Review"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Phone Review"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Smartphone Review"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Travel Gadgets"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Travel Smartphone"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"OPPO R9s Smartphone Camera Review"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-D1Zr1o0JrLE\/WJ_8VyNKntI\/AAAAAAAA34Q\/_mFXaXv-ejgb76HbBMO--f2bkWuwGDDuwCLcB\/s1600\/oppo-r9s-smartphone-camera-review.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"OPPO R9s Camera Review Malaysia\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-D1Zr1o0JrLE\/WJ_8VyNKntI\/AAAAAAAA34Q\/_mFXaXv-ejgb76HbBMO--f2bkWuwGDDuwCLcB\/s1600\/oppo-r9s-smartphone-camera-review.jpg\" title=\"OPPO R9s Smartphone Camera Review\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003EOPPO R9s Smartphone camera review\u003C\/b\u003E is probably one of my rare articles as I hardly do any phone reviews for Malaysia. Anyway, over the years I have been using various smartphones, dating back to the first ever smartphone, the Apple Iphone which I had shipped in the next day after it was released in the USA on June 29, 2007. I had a very good friend send two units over from the US and the joke was on me when I started using it here in Malaysia. Friends laughed at me back then, but nowadays, it is the most important gadget that almost every human must have.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EBack to the\u0026nbsp;OPPO R9s Smartphone photo review. I bought the R9s on the launch date in January 2017 here in Malaysia as previously, I was using a OPPO F1s and before that, I was a Samsung Note user. Why the change? You may have guessed it, due to the Samsung issues and also how the previous Samsung's heat up on heavy usage and also the high price factors nowadays for branded smartphones. Yeah, I know right, RM3,000+ for a smartphone is a bit too much. Buy hey, it's totally up to anyone.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-kaTOMeEWut8\/WJ_8eBJAk0I\/AAAAAAAA34U\/YOW8Hj_ISmYLHYaEIODChSh0iioeZNpzgCLcB\/s1600\/oppo-r9s-photos.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"OPPO R9s Photography\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-kaTOMeEWut8\/WJ_8eBJAk0I\/AAAAAAAA34U\/YOW8Hj_ISmYLHYaEIODChSh0iioeZNpzgCLcB\/s1600\/oppo-r9s-photos.jpg\" title=\"OPPO R9s Photo\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EA temple in the Chinatown area of Bangkok. Photo taken with OPPO R9s. All photos unedited.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003EOPPO R9s Smartphone Camera Review\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWhat made me decide to change from the F1s to the R9s? Well, since I started to pay more attention towards my smartphone photography, I wanted to explore this area and many friends and even reviews out there have been quite interesting. In the top of the list was the Huawei P9 and P9 Plus which has been getting top reviews for their camera and Leica lens.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ESo with some free time one early January day, I paid a visit to my regular phone shop and Danny, a good old friend has informed me that OPPO was in fact launching a new model, the R9s which was superior to the F1s and on par with the Huawei P9. His staff had a test unit which they took out the Huawei P9, P9 plus and did a side by side comparison.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn the end, the OPPO R9s photo quality was actually a little better than the P9, in terms of realistic colors. Plus the price difference was huge, RM1799 for the R9s versus RM2099 for the P9. So, they say the dual lens on the Huawei is supposed to be a step forward in technology, but again, after doing the general user comparison, I saw no difference. Perhaps for those professional users, there may be but again, a majority of buyers are just simple users like me.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EOPPO R9s Smartphone Photos\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EBelow are photos taken in various places around Bangkok, Thailand in early February 2017 as I paid a personal shot visit here for a quick escape. Instead of lugging my Nikon DSLR, I just brought the OPPO R9s as my main camera to see how it would capture photos. The photos you see below are all straight from the smartphone and \u003Cu\u003Enot edited\u003C\/u\u003E at all. I simply resized them for this article, that is all.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-ftdrJ_ct_FU\/WJ_8eHGSDDI\/AAAAAAAA34Y\/DzvdXHxxpH0JiFKfZngwGznOzHtneWZIACLcB\/s1600\/oppo-r9s-camera-photos.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-ftdrJ_ct_FU\/WJ_8eHGSDDI\/AAAAAAAA34Y\/DzvdXHxxpH0JiFKfZngwGznOzHtneWZIACLcB\/s1600\/oppo-r9s-camera-photos.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EA Thai Temple Pagoda\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Camera Review OPPO R9s\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-5-f1hoUFGeg\/WJ_8eCDOeaI\/AAAAAAAA34c\/pSscuDwIo_ADrTs0W52EeL7CRgNlCpZ8wCLcB\/s1600\/oppo-r9s-phone-review.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"OPPO R9s Phone Review\" \/\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ERiver life along one of the rivers in Bangkok\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-5-f1hoUFGeg\/WJ_8eCDOeaI\/AAAAAAAA34c\/pSscuDwIo_ADrTs0W52EeL7CRgNlCpZ8wCLcB\/s1600\/oppo-r9s-phone-review.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Photos taken with OPPO R9s\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-ugeKqz3xkZE\/WJ_8erta_PI\/AAAAAAAA34k\/7ScdswZaSZ4m_px1XCSfOn562iAVvH-RgCLcB\/s1600\/oppo-r9s-pictures.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" title=\"OPPO R9s Photography\" \/\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EFacade of a Thai Temple in Bangkok\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-ugeKqz3xkZE\/WJ_8erta_PI\/AAAAAAAA34k\/7ScdswZaSZ4m_px1XCSfOn562iAVvH-RgCLcB\/s1600\/oppo-r9s-pictures.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-ugeKqz3xkZE\/WJ_8erta_PI\/AAAAAAAA34k\/7ScdswZaSZ4m_px1XCSfOn562iAVvH-RgCLcB\/s1600\/oppo-r9s-pictures.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-FnefooGHOv0\/WJ_8ejeiqoI\/AAAAAAAA34g\/FRpOU0FcT3gi6ehNzVYLDbIyK4G3ef-kgCLcB\/s1600\/oppo-r9s-review-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Food Photos in Thailand 2017\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-FnefooGHOv0\/WJ_8ejeiqoI\/AAAAAAAA34g\/FRpOU0FcT3gi6ehNzVYLDbIyK4G3ef-kgCLcB\/s1600\/oppo-r9s-review-2017.jpg\" title=\"Thai Food Photo\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThai Dry Yellow Noodles\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-yXmIJzKL6Fg\/WJ_8exa1iII\/AAAAAAAA34o\/dDYrfjwCi-oe5gIM6YBJ_n7Ftb8tMJZOACLcB\/s1600\/oppo-r9s-review-malaysia.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Smartphone Pictures of OPPO R9s\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-yXmIJzKL6Fg\/WJ_8exa1iII\/AAAAAAAA34o\/dDYrfjwCi-oe5gIM6YBJ_n7Ftb8tMJZOACLcB\/s1600\/oppo-r9s-review-malaysia.jpg\" title=\"OPPO R9s Smartphone Pictures\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThai Tom Yum with Master Noodles\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-AWvPQ0Vyl9A\/WJ_8fSK-SsI\/AAAAAAAA34w\/2oe1DO9iIjQ7Z3jG11dH0tPIh6U2CfoAgCLcB\/s1600\/oppo-r9s-review.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"OPPO R9s Phone Pictures\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-AWvPQ0Vyl9A\/WJ_8fSK-SsI\/AAAAAAAA34w\/2oe1DO9iIjQ7Z3jG11dH0tPIh6U2CfoAgCLcB\/s1600\/oppo-r9s-review.jpg\" title=\"OPPO R9s Phone Photos\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe Giant Ferris Wheel at Asiatique Waterfront in Bangkok\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/--2np3Kl7238\/WJ_8fSXEduI\/AAAAAAAA34s\/W2u_XxUPsvojKb3Dbv3eQxLGWJQ_e7bBwCLcB\/s1600\/review-oppo-r9s.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Street Food Photo Bangkok\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/--2np3Kl7238\/WJ_8fSXEduI\/AAAAAAAA34s\/W2u_XxUPsvojKb3Dbv3eQxLGWJQ_e7bBwCLcB\/s1600\/review-oppo-r9s.jpg\" title=\"Bangkok Street Food Photos\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThai Duck Noodles\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-Vl7Yvc3HhC4\/WJ_8fbjyRFI\/AAAAAAAA340\/2sADd3BjRmEcdoFHGyyqYnhJdqkLDmC8QCLcB\/s1600\/smartphone-photography-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Thai Sweet Dessert\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-Vl7Yvc3HhC4\/WJ_8fbjyRFI\/AAAAAAAA340\/2sADd3BjRmEcdoFHGyyqYnhJdqkLDmC8QCLcB\/s1600\/smartphone-photography-2017.jpg\" title=\"Thai Desserts\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EA type of Thai sweet dessert\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EOPPO R9s Specifications:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe Oppo R9s is powered by 2GHz octa-core Snapdragon 625 processor and it comes with 4GB of RAM. Retail price is RM1799.00 in Malaysia.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor anyone out there who is contemplating on what your next smartphone will be, please do your own fact finding and it is always best to find a phone that suites your lifestyle. If you are a simple person, then go for something simple and easy, instead of the highest end model where you only use 20% of the smartphone functions.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIf you cannot live without selfies, then find a smartphone that can cater to vanity, built in beauty mode and a good reverse camera with a huge storage. If your whole life revolves around social media, then get a powerful smartphone to cater to your needs.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETo me, after a decade of using smartphones, I have been a simple user, taking photos and videos. What matters to me is the battery life, good clear camera, the RAM, processor and storage. Other things do not really matter much but from what I have noticed in Southeast Asia is that most people want to be in trend and have the latest smartphones. Perhaps it is a lifestyle trend, society status or just having too much money to spend.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EYou can also see my \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=76Dz-TjJm_w\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EOPPO R9s Video Review\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;as I did one in January for YouTube. Let me know what you think about my\u0026nbsp;OPPO R9s Smartphone camera review as I would be interested to hear what people think.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/8991732328028318187\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=8991732328028318187\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/8991732328028318187"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/8991732328028318187"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/02\/oppo-r9s-smartphone-camera-review.html","title":"OPPO R9s Smartphone Camera Review"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-D1Zr1o0JrLE\/WJ_8VyNKntI\/AAAAAAAA34Q\/_mFXaXv-ejgb76HbBMO--f2bkWuwGDDuwCLcB\/s72-c\/oppo-r9s-smartphone-camera-review.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-8586639099582756384"},"published":{"$t":"2017-02-11T18:35:00.003+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-02-11T18:35:21.009+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Concerts in Kuala Lumpur"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Concerts in Malaysia 2017"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Events in Malaysia 2017"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Kuala Lumpur"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Concerts"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Events 2017"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Megadeth Live in Malaysia 2017"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Southeast Asia"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Megadeth Live in Malaysia 2017"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-XAV4ue3m3f0\/WJ7gdqZt0iI\/AAAAAAAA318\/pFg3wixL_PI9-nBw87FCXaf0ZPfnGNWAQCLcB\/s1600\/megadeth-live-in-malaysia-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Megadeth Live in Malaysia 2017\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-XAV4ue3m3f0\/WJ7gdqZt0iI\/AAAAAAAA318\/pFg3wixL_PI9-nBw87FCXaf0ZPfnGNWAQCLcB\/s1600\/megadeth-live-in-malaysia-2017.jpg\" title=\"Megadeth Live in Malaysia \" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAfter all these years, the time has come for metal fans as\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003EMegadeth Live in Malaysia 2017\u003C\/b\u003E takes place this 4th May and at Stadium Negara in Kuala Lumpur. Organised by IME Malaysia, the Megadeth debut performance in Malaysia will see a huge crowd, especially from the outskirts of the city and possibly from as far as neighboring countries like Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand and Brunei.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMegadeth has been around since 1983 and has performed all over the world, being known as probably the worlds most famous trash metal band that ever existed. As part of the Megadeth Dystopia World Tour, one of the stops include Malaysia, apart from also performing in Singapore and Indonesia.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003EMegadeth Live in Malaysia 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAccording to Megadeth founder Dave Mustaine, he mentioned in an interview that Kuala Lumpur is one of the places that the would love to play when the band tours Asia. The 2017 tour is also to support the band's latest album titled Dystopia and is their first album in three years. In total, they have released 15 albums to date.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EDystopia, he new album which was launched on 22 January 2016, also earned a Grammy Nomination for Best Metal Performance of 2017 and in the first week of release, they sold almost 50,000 units. The new Megadeth album is also listed as one of the 20 Best Metal Albums of 2016 by Rolling Stone magazine.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWith a total worldwide album sales of 50 million copies in three decades, the band has also earned many accolades and 12 Grammy Nominations. Megadeth's line up currently consist of Dave Mustaine on vocals and guitar, David Ellefson on bass, guitarist Kiko Loureiro and drummer Dirk Verbeuren. You can also get more information on the official \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.megadeth.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EMegadeth website\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EMegadeth Live in Malaysia 2017 Ticket Prices\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ERM428 (Deth Pitt Zone, Free Standing)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ERM388 (VIP, Numbered Seat)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ERM358 (Rock Zone, Free Standing)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ERM288 (CAT1, Numbered Seat)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ERM198 (CAT2, Free Seating)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-w-7RPvf6KDU\/WJ7gmksSMlI\/AAAAAAAA32A\/r-QoJnmVN1AUApl-xUia7QKfIicgwPargCLcB\/s1600\/megadeth-live-malaysia-seating-stadium-negara.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Megadeth Live in KL, Malaysia\" border=\"0\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-w-7RPvf6KDU\/WJ7gmksSMlI\/AAAAAAAA32A\/r-QoJnmVN1AUApl-xUia7QKfIicgwPargCLcB\/s640\/megadeth-live-malaysia-seating-stadium-negara.jpg\" title=\"Megadeth Live in Kuala Lumpur\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESeating position for Megadeth Live in Kuala Lumpur at Stadium Negara\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EWhere to buy\u0026nbsp;Megadeth Live in Malaysia 2017 Tickets\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EYou can get your Megadeth Live in Malaysia tickets from;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETicketCharge Online\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EWebsite: www.ticketcharge.com.my\u003Cbr \/\u003EHotline: +603-92228811 starting from 10th February 2017.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ESpeedy Video\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EVictoria Music\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ERock Corner\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EChambers Music\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPJ Live Arts\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe Mines Shopping Mall information counter\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E1 Shamelin information counter\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EEden Ultimate (Kuantan)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBlonde Brunette (Penang)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAll ticket prices are inclusive of 6% GST but exclusive of RM4 processing fee.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EMegadeth Live in Malaysia 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EDate: 4th May 2017 (Thursday)\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETime: 8.00 PM\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EVenue: Stadium Negara, Kuala Lumpur\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-nhUWith1bqk\/WJ7gsOnavuI\/AAAAAAAA32E\/z3lmyIeJAkQo6_dP00-qxF1Atc4cyk6cgCLcB\/s1600\/megadeth-live-malaysia.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Poster Megadeth Live in Malaysia 2017\" border=\"0\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-nhUWith1bqk\/WJ7gsOnavuI\/AAAAAAAA32E\/z3lmyIeJAkQo6_dP00-qxF1Atc4cyk6cgCLcB\/s640\/megadeth-live-malaysia.jpg\" title=\"Megadeth Live in Malaysia Poster\" width=\"425\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\"\u003EMegadeth Live in Malaysia Poster\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETraveling to Kuala Lumpur\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor those travelling to Malaysia to catch the Megadeth Live in Kuala Lumpur concert, you should make your hotel bookings as soon as possible. This is because hotels tend to get fully booked towards the concert date. There are many hotels located near Stadium Negara (National Stadium), which is very close to Petaling Street or Chinatown Kuala Lumpur. If you are staying in the Chinatown area, you can just take a 5 minute walk to the concert venue.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EOther places include Bukit Bintang and Pudu area, where you can find many other hotels, guesthouses and homestays. However, you will need to take the LRT train, bus or taxi to Stadium Negara. You can walk too, but it will take about 20-30 minutes.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EKL Sentral, the main train hub in Kuala Lumpur is also located about 20-30 minutes walk, but we advise not to do so and instead take a coupon taxi to your designated hotel or directly to the stadium outdoors. If you are \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/01\/travel-from-klia-airport-to-kuala-lumpur.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Etraveling from KLIA airport to Kuala Lumpur\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, it is best to take the KLIA Express train as it only takes 28 minutes one way.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThose driving to the stadium, please not that parking will be quite full, so it is best to park at some of the private car parks outside the stadium. Note that these car parks may charge you around RM50 to RM100, depending on how close it is. From the car park, it takes about 5 to 10 minutes walk to the stadium.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFans looking for the latest updates on the Megadeth concert in KL, visit @IMEAsia on Facebook, @IME_Asia on Instagram, @IMEProduction on Twitter, or @IMEProductions on WeChat. IME will be updating information for those planning to attend the\u0026nbsp;Megadeth Live in Malaysia 2017 concert.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/8586639099582756384\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=8586639099582756384\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/8586639099582756384"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/8586639099582756384"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/02\/megadeth-live-in-malaysia-2017.html","title":"Megadeth Live in Malaysia 2017"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-XAV4ue3m3f0\/WJ7gdqZt0iI\/AAAAAAAA318\/pFg3wixL_PI9-nBw87FCXaf0ZPfnGNWAQCLcB\/s72-c\/megadeth-live-in-malaysia-2017.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Stadium Negara, Jalan Stadium, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"3.1409406 101.70295399999998"},"georss$box":{"$t":"-27.7226729 60.394359999999978 34.0045541 143.01154799999998"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-288742657235905259"},"published":{"$t":"2017-02-04T15:07:00.001+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-02-04T16:50:05.737+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Bird Watching"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Bird Watching in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Birding Events in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Birds"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Fraser's Hill Bird Race"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Fraser’s Hill International Bird Race 2017"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Bird Watching"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Pahang"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Fraser’s Hill International Bird Race 2017"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-Hp5JU2vnW8Q\/WJV9GkVr5KI\/AAAAAAAA30Q\/Vi5XUtG2GTY19gtoQ_LR1id7wFeHQNRywCLcB\/s1600\/frasers-hill-international-bird-race-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Fraser’s Hill International Bird Race 2017\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-Hp5JU2vnW8Q\/WJV9GkVr5KI\/AAAAAAAA30Q\/Vi5XUtG2GTY19gtoQ_LR1id7wFeHQNRywCLcB\/s1600\/frasers-hill-international-bird-race-2017.jpg\" title=\"Fraser’s Hill International Bird Race\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe \u003Cb\u003EFraser’s Hill International Bird Race 2017\u003C\/b\u003E will take place on 25-26 February at one of Malaysia's hill resorts in Pahang. This is one of the pioneer bird watching events in Malaysia which was started in 1988 and is running in its 30th year. In total, over 10,000 people have visited Fraser's Hill for the bird race and festival which also attracts participants and visitors from neighboring countries.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EOrganised by Tourism Pahang, Malaysia Nature Society (MNS), Malaysian WWW for Nature, and Fraser's Hill Development Corporation, this yearly event attracts beginner and professional bird watchers and nature lovers to the highland retreat. The great thing about this event is that it is only about less than two hours drive from Kuala Lumpur, using the scenic route to get to Bukit Fraser as it is locally called.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003EFraser’s Hill International Bird Race 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFoe the 30th year of the Fraser's Hill Bird Race, there are some exciting events, activities and contest line up for participants and also visitors. The general bird race is the main event where teams of three persons will race to spot the most number of birds here. Other events include the Fraser's Hill Bird Photography Contest where it is open to everyone. Prizes are yet to be announced, but rest assured, they will be attractive ones.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EBird watchers and photographers have the opportunity to try their luck and spotting or photographing the 260 species of birds found in an area of 2,804 hectares of lush tropical rainforest here. Among them, you can find some endemic birds which are rare or extremely rare.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-aHp2v1FMEO0\/WJV9PwZpRsI\/AAAAAAAA30Y\/y0iW-bUtciA12TxN_PpcmTG8QmGkm2VXgCLcB\/s1600\/frasers-hill-bird-race.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Fraser’s Hill Bird Race 2017\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-aHp2v1FMEO0\/WJV9PwZpRsI\/AAAAAAAA30Y\/y0iW-bUtciA12TxN_PpcmTG8QmGkm2VXgCLcB\/s1600\/frasers-hill-bird-race.jpg\" title=\"Fraser’s Hill Bird Race\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EScene at the main square of Fraser's Hill in Pahang\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EActivities at the Fraser's Hill Bird Race 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBird Race\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBird Photography Contest\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETalks\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPromotional Booths\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cb style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EBird Race Categories\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EBased on the previous years categories for the bird race, they are usually divided into three segments which are;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAdvanced category: For serious and experienced bird watchers\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENovice category: For those who just take up bird watching out of curiosity or treat bird watching as an academic hobby\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ELocal category: For the local residents who know the whereabouts of the birds in Fraser’s Hill are\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-p_aR2drejYc\/WJV9Mxup8wI\/AAAAAAAA30U\/yLSMt6CJaG4-AmHygAmnUGqgl7ZxmCMwACLcB\/s1600\/frasers-hill-bird-photography-contest-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Fraser’s Hill Bird Photography Contest 2017\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-p_aR2drejYc\/WJV9Mxup8wI\/AAAAAAAA30U\/yLSMt6CJaG4-AmHygAmnUGqgl7ZxmCMwACLcB\/s1600\/frasers-hill-bird-photography-contest-2017.jpg\" title=\"Fraser’s Hill Bird Photography Contest\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe Fraser's Hill Bird Photography Contest 2017\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EFraser’s Hill International Bird Race 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EDate: 25-26 February 2017\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ELocation: \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2010\/08\/frasers-hill.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EFraser's Hill\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWebsite: www.pahangtourism.org.my\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EApart from the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/05\/frasers-hill-international-bird-race.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EFraser's Hill International Bird Race\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, there are also many other bird races happening around Malaysia. The next one would be the Kenyir Bird and Nature Quest 2017 which takes place from 25-26 March 2017. Wings of KKB 2017 also known as the Selangor International Bird Race 2017 will take place in April 2017.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis is followed by the Borneo Bird Race 2017 and also the Borneo Bird Festival 2017 which takes place in Sabah, Malaysia Borneo. For more information, you can also read my article on \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/06\/birding-events-in-malaysia.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EBirding Events in Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;which highlights all the related events.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThose who are into birds, birding or nature, and visiting Kuala Lumpur at the end of February, you should make it a point to drop by or even participate in this years\u0026nbsp;Fraser’s Hill International Bird Race 2017. This would be a great opportunity to see and experience the Malaysian nature scene and also get to know the local birding industry. For those planning to attend this bird race, you should start making our travel arrangements and transportation. See you at the event!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/288742657235905259\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=288742657235905259\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/288742657235905259"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/288742657235905259"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/02\/frasers-hill-international-bird-race.html","title":"Fraser’s Hill International Bird Race 2017"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-Hp5JU2vnW8Q\/WJV9GkVr5KI\/AAAAAAAA30Q\/Vi5XUtG2GTY19gtoQ_LR1id7wFeHQNRywCLcB\/s72-c\/frasers-hill-international-bird-race-2017.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Fraser\u0026#39;s Hill, Pahang, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"3.711868 101.73655580000002"},"georss$box":{"$t":"3.648486 101.65587480000002 3.7752499999999998 101.81723680000002"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-5603943765222894496"},"published":{"$t":"2017-02-02T20:13:00.001+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-02-02T20:13:09.760+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Bird Watching"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Bird Watching in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Birding Events in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Birds"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Bird Watching"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Selangor"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Selangor International Bird Race 2017"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Wings of KKB 2017"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Wings of KKB 2017 "},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-LRWNifaqFqo\/WJMfhTrseqI\/AAAAAAAA3ys\/utaTxYDNELMEWvFsqJzvwN64zzO_psR-ACLcB\/s1600\/wings-of-kkb-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Selangor International Bird Race 2017\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-LRWNifaqFqo\/WJMfhTrseqI\/AAAAAAAA3ys\/utaTxYDNELMEWvFsqJzvwN64zzO_psR-ACLcB\/s1600\/wings-of-kkb-2017.jpg\" title=\"Wings of KKB 2017\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe\u003Cb\u003E\u0026nbsp;Wings of KKB 2017\u003C\/b\u003E will take place from 21-23 April 2017 and this bird watching event in Selangor will be running in the 6th year. You should also know that in 2016, the event took a twist and re-branded themselves as the Selangor International Bird Race.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ELast year, during the Wings of KKB 2016, an estimate or 700 to 1000 participants were recorded. which is a great number. Participants included bird racers of multiple levels, photographers, attendees and school kids for the explorace.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis year, the Wings of KKB 2017 will see another round of bird race through multiple checkpoints that start in the town of Kuala Kubu Bharu or KKB is it is called. The race will proceed to the Kalumpung Hot Springs before ending at Awana Genting which is part of the Important Birding Area or IBA MY10 and is situated 3,000 feet (915 meters) above sea level.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn total, bird watchers can spot around 40 different species in the lowlands while up at Awana Genting, there are up to 70 species of birds available. Birds to spot during the Wings of KKB 2017 include Silver-Breasted Broadbill, Red Headed Trogon, Pygmy Wren Babbler, Marbled Wren Babbler, Large Niltava, Black Thighed Flaconet and four Hornbills (Great, Bushy Crested, Oriental Pied and Rhinoceros).\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-85FvYZwDRDg\/WJMf8DtkaDI\/AAAAAAAA3yw\/UcbSXxwNm_wLPvUfF6poRzhqlID_GPD1ACLcB\/s1600\/selangor-international-bird-race-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Wings of KKB Bird Race\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-85FvYZwDRDg\/WJMf8DtkaDI\/AAAAAAAA3yw\/UcbSXxwNm_wLPvUfF6poRzhqlID_GPD1ACLcB\/s1600\/selangor-international-bird-race-2017.jpg\" title=\"Selangor International Bird Race 2017\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe route for Wings of KKB 2017, going through various areas for the Bird Race. Photo by: WingsofKKB\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EBird watchers from Malaysia and around the region are regular participants during the KKB Bird Festival and the numbers have grown over the last five years. The Hulu Selangor council's involvement together with Resorts World and Tourism Selangor have made this event one of the important bird watching events in Malaysia. It also contributes to nature and eco tourism while creating awareness for the younger generation on the importance of birds as part of our biodiversity.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EActivities during the event includes participation from the general public and also school children. It is also projected to attract families, couples and groups of friends as part of a learning experience. During the event, there will also be booths showcasing various related programs, products and souvenirs. Activities include;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBird Race (Professional, Secondary School and Primary School Category)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBird Photography\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBird Seminar\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EExplorace\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-ib1gtDPNYlQ\/WJMhBizmGhI\/AAAAAAAA3zA\/6dPgI9rQGMYiwMbqWzBPfXoijxIoQ-uXwCLcB\/s1600\/Selangor%2BBird%2BRace%2B2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-ib1gtDPNYlQ\/WJMhBizmGhI\/AAAAAAAA3zA\/6dPgI9rQGMYiwMbqWzBPfXoijxIoQ-uXwCLcB\/s1600\/Selangor%2BBird%2BRace%2B2017.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ELast years participants with their birding equipment at the Wings of KKB 2016. Photo by: \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blogging-circle.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ETravel With E.T.A\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EWings of KKB 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EDate: 21-23 April 2017\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EVenue: Kuala Kubu Bharu, Kalumpung Hot Springs, Awana Genting\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETime: 5.00 am till evening\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor those interested in similar events, read this article on \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/06\/birding-events-in-malaysia.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EBirding Events in Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;as it provides all the bird watching events and festivals happening all over Malaysia. The largest and most successful birding event is also held in Sandakan during the Borneo Bird Festival which attract thousands of people yearly. Visitors from as far as the UK, Australia and Europe make their way here to participate in the very interesting bird race, especially for birding on the island of Borneo.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAs I am an amateur bird watcher and bird photographer, I have been doing this hobby since 2007 but never did make this my priority hobby as my work takes me to many places. I use a basic Nikon D5300 DSLR Camera with a Nikkor 300mm Telephoto Lens and an Omicron Binoculars for my birding. My work has taken me to various interesting places around the region and world where when I get some free time, I will do some basic bird watching. Recently in late 2016, I did some bird watching in Flores, East Nusa Tenggara which was pretty amazing.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor bird watchers or bird photographers, the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/wingsofkkb.blogspot.my\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EWings of KKB 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;will be the premier event happening in the vicinity of Selangor and Pahang, which is only an hours drive from the city area. You can rent a car and self drive to KKB or even stay at Awana Genting Resort if you would like to participate for the Selangor Bird Race 2017.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/5603943765222894496\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=5603943765222894496\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/5603943765222894496"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/5603943765222894496"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/02\/wings-of-kkb-2017.html","title":"Wings of KKB 2017 "}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-LRWNifaqFqo\/WJMfhTrseqI\/AAAAAAAA3ys\/utaTxYDNELMEWvFsqJzvwN64zzO_psR-ACLcB\/s72-c\/wings-of-kkb-2017.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Kuala Kubu Bharu, Selangor, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"3.560932 101.658546"},"georss$box":{"$t":"3.4341475000000004 101.4971845 3.6877165 101.8199075"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-5309554220456591478"},"published":{"$t":"2017-01-31T21:03:00.000+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-01-31T21:03:13.521+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"KLIA Express"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"KLIA Train"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Kuala Lumpur"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Airport Train"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Airports"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Train Travel"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Travel from KLIA Airport to Kuala Lumpur"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Travel from KLIA Airport to Kuala Lumpur"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-yqAyM8UxWGo\/WJBMWUnXmwI\/AAAAAAAA3xg\/LLgbwMhl83gGsuMm6lvHkjIbOq2UrYgowCLcB\/s1600\/travel-from-klia-airport-to-kl.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Travel from KLIA Airport to Kuala Lumpur\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-yqAyM8UxWGo\/WJBMWUnXmwI\/AAAAAAAA3xg\/LLgbwMhl83gGsuMm6lvHkjIbOq2UrYgowCLcB\/s1600\/travel-from-klia-airport-to-kl.jpg\" title=\"Travel from KLIA Airport to KL\" \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003EThe best way to \u003Cb\u003Etravel from KLIA Airport to Kuala Lumpur City\u003C\/b\u003E is no other that using the KLIA Express Train that runs direct and only takes 28 minutes. While there are many other options for travelling from KLIA to Kuala Lumpur, your options are pretty decent. In this article, I will share with you the pro's and con's of doing so as there are travelers who are on a budget, while others may be leisure travelers or even business travelers.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003EKuala Lumpur city is locate approximately 62 kilometers from the Kuala Lumpur International Airport or KLIA as it is commonly called. The budget terminal, known as KLIA2 is also located just nearby the main airport and a journey by road from KLIA or KLIA2 to KL City will take you around 60 minutes. So, this article was created to give you the options of traveling to and from.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #222222;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003EKLIA Express Train\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003EThe KLIA Express Train (KLIA Ekspres) runs frequently and services both KLIA and KLIA2 before heading directly into the city at KL Sentral Station. During peak hours, there re 4 trains running every 15 minutes and off peak hours, three train operate on 20 minute intervals. Train service starts from 5.00 AM and the last train from KLIA is at 1.00 AM.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-uZla8OT1qwA\/WJBXfS1CGuI\/AAAAAAAA3xw\/O35FsudztY0TChzwUzvAjLU2ICVbF_jTACLcB\/s1600\/klia-express-ticket-counter.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Ticket Counter KLIA Express \" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-uZla8OT1qwA\/WJBXfS1CGuI\/AAAAAAAA3xw\/O35FsudztY0TChzwUzvAjLU2ICVbF_jTACLcB\/s1600\/klia-express-ticket-counter.jpg\" title=\"KLIA Express Ticket Counter\" \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;\"\u003EKLIA Express Ticket Counter at KLIA 2\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003EIn terms of comfort and security, this is the most recommended transport from KLIA to Kuala Lumpur as things work on time and in of world-class standards. On board the train, guests can use the free 4G WiFi services or simply absorb the beautiful Malaysian scenery along your journey.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003EIf you are traveling from KL Sentral to KLIA, you should also know that there is a baggage check in service at KL Sentral for selected airlines like Malaysia Airlines, Cathay Pacific Airways, Etihad Airways \u0026nbsp;and Malindo Air. This means, you can just go up to the check in counter and drop your baggage there and then travel to the airport hassle free, allowing you to have more time to explore the shopping and duty free areas.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EKLIA Express Ticket Price:\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003EOne Way: Adult - RM 55.00, Child (2-12 years) - RM 25.00\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003EReturn: Adult - RM 100.00, Child (2-12 years) - RM 45.00\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-U6Odvf5PNOM\/WJCBrdO8IbI\/AAAAAAAA3yY\/O_E6YiBfOE4AhAGiVy7rp97hyPzcs5Z5wCLcB\/s1600\/klia-express-interior.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"KLIA Express Train Interior \" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-U6Odvf5PNOM\/WJCBrdO8IbI\/AAAAAAAA3yY\/O_E6YiBfOE4AhAGiVy7rp97hyPzcs5Z5wCLcB\/s1600\/klia-express-interior.jpg\" title=\"Interior of the KLIA Ekspress Train\" \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;\"\u003EThe interior of the KLIA Ekspres\u0026nbsp;Train\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDiscounts:\u003C\/b\u003E Get a 10% discount when you buy your KLIA Ekspres tickets online, through the mobile app or the self-service kiosk. Please note that all pre-purchased KLIA Express tickets are valid for 30 days only. Find out more from \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.kliaekspres.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EKLIA Ekspres\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222;\"\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EThe set back \u003C\/b\u003E- Well, everything is picture perfect when you use the KLIA Express train,except that it does not drop you right at your door step of your hotel or home, for the general travelers. But for the business or luxury travelers, read below.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EKLIA Ekspres VIP Service\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003EThere is a KLIA Ekspres VIP Service offered where the service combines the train and limousine service to your hotel, hospital or home. Not only that, you will have a personalised meet and greet at the baggage claim area where you will be ushered to the train.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003EA personalised porter will accompany you on the train to the city station where you will next board an exclusive executive Limousine to your hotel, home or business centre. This is of course, at a premium price for luxury or business travelers. \u0026nbsp;The price range is anywhere from RM 155.00 to RM 210.00 per person. Add on's are available for second, third and so forth. You can even get a VIP Van Service for persons more than four.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-HtHeiWyZOVk\/WJBa1OAVrII\/AAAAAAAA3yE\/FFKnVxIbnfQPwLq_blZfvXZuFjwnCo4yQCLcB\/s1600\/taxis-from-klia-2.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Taxi from KLIA to Kuala Lumpur\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-HtHeiWyZOVk\/WJBa1OAVrII\/AAAAAAAA3yE\/FFKnVxIbnfQPwLq_blZfvXZuFjwnCo4yQCLcB\/s1600\/taxis-from-klia-2.jpg\" title=\"Taxi from KLIA to KL\" \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;\"\u003ETaxi options from KLIA 2 to Kuala Lumpur\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETaxi from KLIA to Kuala Lumpur\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003EOne of the most popular ways to travel from KLIA airport to Kuala Lumpur is by simply taking the airport taxi. This will allow you to go straight to your hotel entrance or home and the price would vary anywhere from RM 85.00 to RM 150.00, depending on the area or zone you are going to. Also, after midnight, there is a 50% surcharge on top of your main fare for all taxi services. Sounds simple, but let me just share with you the points of this.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003EThere are a few types of Taxi Services from KLIA and KLIA 2 which you should know about.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EKLIA Metered Taxi\u003C\/b\u003E - This is where you buy a metered coupon from the Metered Taxi Counter for RM 2.00. Then you will head to the taxi bay area where a taxi will pick you up and you will travel using the general meter fair. This KLIA metered taxi service is for up to three persons only. But you must know that if your luggage exceeds the taxi booth, they will not take you and you would have to go in again and book a premier or van taxi, which costs more.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EKLIA Budget Taxi \u003C\/b\u003E- This is a coupon based system, where you go to the KLIA Budget Taxi Counter and tell them where you want to go. They will ask how many persons and how many pieces of luggage and also the size of the luggage. Maximum is three persons too. The price is according to the zone or place you are heading too. Again, if there is three of you with three large luggage bags, they will instead give you a premier taxi or taxi van, which costs a bit more. Prices range from RM 85.00 to RM 150.00 per taxi to the main city area.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EKLIA Premier Taxi \u003C\/b\u003E- One level above the budget is the premier taxi which can take up to four persons. The price is slightly more but these taxis are spacious.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EKLIA Executive Taxi \u003C\/b\u003E- This taxi can comfortable sit up to five persons but the price difference is around RM 40.00 compared to the KLIA budget taxi. Also recommended for business travelers.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EKLIA Family Van Taxi \u003C\/b\u003E- This is the best option for large families or groups up to 10 persons. Any larger groups, you would need a couple of these vans. The price per van is around RM 180.00 and above.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EThe set back of taking a taxi from KLIA to KL\u003C\/b\u003E - Overall, it is the time and price where most people do not want to get caught in traffic, or even risk getting ripped off. It's true, there are still taxi touts operating just as you exit the arrival hall. Therefore, the safest option to avoid any possible situations is to take the KLIA Express Train to KL City.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-qczVQOJmay0\/WJBXz6SkFjI\/AAAAAAAA3x0\/CBuP54hYxooeP9j55JZztx_4NjfRntp2ACLcB\/s1600\/bus-from-kila-to-kl-sentral.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"KLIA 2 Bus to KL Sentral\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-qczVQOJmay0\/WJBXz6SkFjI\/AAAAAAAA3x0\/CBuP54hYxooeP9j55JZztx_4NjfRntp2ACLcB\/s1600\/bus-from-kila-to-kl-sentral.jpg\" title=\"Buses from KLIA to KL Sentral\" \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;\"\u003EBuses from KLIA to KL Sentral\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb style=\"color: #222222;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;\"\u003EBus from KLIA to Kuala Lumpur\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: \u0026quot;arial\u0026quot; , sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003EThere are a number of buses that travel from KLIA \/ KLIA2 to Kuala Lumpur and these are specialised buses that only ply these routes. At the bus terminal of KLIA and KLIA2, you can choose which bus service and where it will stop at. Most buses stop at KL Sentral but there are some that may stop at Kota Raya near Petaling Street or even in Petaling Jaya at One Utama Shopping Mall. Best is to always ask the bus ticket counter about the price and also where the final stop is.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003EThere are a few bus services that operate from KLIA to KL Sentral which is Aerobus, Skybus, RedBus and Airport Coach that operate the buses both ways. Each of the bus companies have their bus ticket counters at the lower level arrival halls and you should buy your tickets directly from the ticket counter. Be careful of touts as they are known to be around.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003EFor bus connectivity to around Malaysia, you can refer to this article on Bus Terminals in Kuala Lumpur as they will connect the traveler to all cities and towns around Peninsular Malaysia. The article highlights the different bus terminals in KL and which one goes where.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003EIf you are planning to stay in KL city, you can also find out the best way to get around Kuala Lumpur by using a simple card system, which is accepted by most public transport systems. The city is well connected, especially the main tourist areas therefore it is much easier nowadays to move around.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: \u0026quot;arial\u0026quot; , sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: \u0026quot;arial\u0026quot; , sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHow long does it take to travel from KLIA to Kuala Lumpur?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-GzM_2H7cwUQ\/WJCBreNrqVI\/AAAAAAAA3yU\/PggRQa5S8YgbGeLe60Vg2Zaf_nrUIOzlgCLcB\/s1600\/kliaekspres-time.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"KLIA to KL Sentral Journey Time\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-GzM_2H7cwUQ\/WJCBreNrqVI\/AAAAAAAA3yU\/PggRQa5S8YgbGeLe60Vg2Zaf_nrUIOzlgCLcB\/s1600\/kliaekspres-time.jpg\" title=\"KLIA Express Time\" \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;\"\u003EThe KLIA Ekspress takes 28 minutes travel from the airport to KL City.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: \u0026quot;arial\u0026quot; , sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003EA common question asked by most travelers, and the answer is one hour. This is also based on normal traffic conditions. During peak hours, it can take from 60-90 minutes. If there is a major traffic jam or accident on the main highway, you can expect the journey to be at least two hours, and in this case, many people miss flights or are simply frustrated getting caught in traffic, which is pretty common nowadays in Kuala Lumpur.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003EI would recommend that you always plan to be at the airports three hours before your flight departs. Especially if you are flying international, the normal time states two hours, but better to be safe than sorry. Having said this, I strongly believing in taking the KLIA Express train as it takes only 28 minutes to both airports and not having to worry about traffic or anything else.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003ESo the next time you plan to travel from KLIA Airport to Kuala Lumpur, you have the options to choose and the fastest way is still by using the KLIA Express train which takes only 28 minutes. Any feedback or comments, please feel free to leave them below.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: \u0026quot;arial\u0026quot; , sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: \u0026quot;arial\u0026quot; , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/5309554220456591478\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=5309554220456591478\u0026isPopup=true","title":"3 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/5309554220456591478"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/5309554220456591478"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/01\/travel-from-klia-airport-to-kuala-lumpur.html","title":"Travel from KLIA Airport to Kuala Lumpur"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-yqAyM8UxWGo\/WJBMWUnXmwI\/AAAAAAAA3xg\/LLgbwMhl83gGsuMm6lvHkjIbOq2UrYgowCLcB\/s72-c\/travel-from-klia-airport-to-kl.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"3"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"KLIA, 64000 Sepang, Selangor, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"2.7546974 101.70245590000002"},"georss$box":{"$t":"2.7467674 101.69237090000001 2.7626274 101.71254090000002"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-4322538626766658299"},"published":{"$t":"2017-01-30T12:53:00.001+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-01-30T12:53:35.799+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"20th Century Fox Genting"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Genting"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Genting New Theme Park"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Pahang"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Resorts World Genting"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sky Avenue Genting. Sky Plaza Genting"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Theme Parks in Malaysia"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"SkyAvenue Genting"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-aJZgc7vwI1U\/WI3GljRimCI\/AAAAAAAA3wY\/KdXGOUPNgNoKij-vUWpgOEw7vL9UYlsMQCLcB\/s1600\/skyavenue-genting.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Genting SkyAvenue Mall\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-aJZgc7vwI1U\/WI3GljRimCI\/AAAAAAAA3wY\/KdXGOUPNgNoKij-vUWpgOEw7vL9UYlsMQCLcB\/s1600\/skyavenue-genting.jpg\" title=\"SkyAvenue Genting\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe new \u003Cb\u003ESkyAvenue Genting\u003C\/b\u003E and Sky Plaza Genting is taking shape and is planned for the full opening somewhere in 2017. This expansion and project is also\u0026nbsp;part of the Genting Integrated Tourism Plan (GITP) where the Genting 20th Century Fox World Theme Park is also slated to open at the end of 2017 or early 2018.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EGenting SkyAvenue and Sky Plaza are also going to be the talk of the highlands when they fully open and it is also said that Genting has about 70,000 square feet (sq ft) of food and beverage (F\u0026amp;B) space which will compliment this project. Currently, Sky Avenue Shopping Mall is opened, but still a number of shops are planned to only open this year, plus there is still ongoing work.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003ESkyAvenue Genting\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn total, there will be five main floors at SkyAvenue Genting catering to high street, luxury fashion, food and beverages and the main cable car station which is Awana Skyway.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EGround Floor - No information yet\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFirst Floor - Food and Beverage Restaurants\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ESecond Floor - No information yet\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThird Floor - Retail Outlets\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFourth Floor - Awana Skyway Cable Car Station\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMalaysian Food Street will be one of the tourism highlights where visitors can find most of Malaysia's famous hawker foods in one area. Also to open are internationally renown cafes and restaurants which will be located on the first level of SkyAvenue Genting. Some of them have already started business in January 2017. This brings the total of 32 cafes and restaurants on the first level. Restaurants to look out for include;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EBurger \u0026amp; Lobster - Halal London based famous restaurant\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMotorino - Famous Wood-Fire Pizza from Brooklyn\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETampopo - Japanese ramen restaurant\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EDazzling Cafe - Famous cafe in Taiwan serving honey toast\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ECafés Richard - Classy Parisian-style cafe\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor retail, there are currently 38 shops on the third floor, with brands like Thomas Sabo, Clarks, Kaufmann, Timberland, Skechers, Under Armour, Calvin Klein, Pandora, L'Occitane, Starbucks Reserve and many others.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-iJYBngp0_pA\/WI3Gz7sA5mI\/AAAAAAAA3wg\/af3JcvRBlRw7whbdvpbbSSec4ZP_3cqAACLcB\/s1600\/sky-avenue-genting-highlands.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-iJYBngp0_pA\/WI3Gz7sA5mI\/AAAAAAAA3wg\/af3JcvRBlRw7whbdvpbbSSec4ZP_3cqAACLcB\/s1600\/sky-avenue-genting-highlands.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\"\u003EVarious photos of SkyAvenue Genting taken in the last couple of months\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGenting Member Card Benefits\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EYou should also know that Genting Rewards Card members will receive discounts at restaurants and shops at Sky Avenue Genting. To see what you get, just check with the outlet if there are any special discounts before you buy anything or before you order any food.\u003Cbr \/\u003EFor more information, you can visit the SkyAvenue Website (http:\/\/www.rwgenting.com\/skyavenue\/)\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn general, the entire concept of this project is to make one lifestyle and entertainment product and the Genting Sky Avenue is beautifully designed shopping mall in the highlands, targeted towards locals and foreigners. For anyone visiting Resorts World Genting, this concept is created to give you an overall experience in terms of entertainment, leisure and shopping.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ERight now, everyone is asking when the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/05\/genting-new-theme-park-opening.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EGenting new theme park opening\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;is going to take place. Since the slight delay in the last couple of years, the 20th Century Fox World Genting theme park is now scheduled to only open very late in 2017 or even in early 2018.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAnother interesting project to look out for is also the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/11\/genting-premium-outlets-gpo.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EGenting Premium Outlets\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;(GPO) which is scheduled to open somewhere in mid 2017, but nothing is confirmed to date and the last mentioned opening date was in May 2017. This will be the first factory outlet in the highlands of Malaysia and the GPO will be at Awana, which is connected to the Awana Skyway that goes all the way to SkyAvenue Genting.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/4322538626766658299\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=4322538626766658299\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/4322538626766658299"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/4322538626766658299"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/01\/skyavenue-genting.html","title":"SkyAvenue Genting"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-aJZgc7vwI1U\/WI3GljRimCI\/AAAAAAAA3wY\/KdXGOUPNgNoKij-vUWpgOEw7vL9UYlsMQCLcB\/s72-c\/skyavenue-genting.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Sky Avenue, Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"3.4013588803445272 101.77946818984378"},"georss$box":{"$t":"3.3934333803445274 101.76938318984378 3.409284380344527 101.78955318984379"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-1626800888099917998"},"published":{"$t":"2017-01-25T15:35:00.002+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-01-25T15:35:18.937+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Food"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Kelantan"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Kelantan Food"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Food"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Must Eat Food in Kelantan"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Must Eat Food in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Nasi Tumpang"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Things to Eat in Malaysia"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Nasi Tumpang, a Unique Malaysian Dish"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-x0vdHw7j04s\/WINPts4yJbI\/AAAAAAAA3sU\/oaNAhQQSCIcZML1XhF131mPU3-YsOaiFgCLcB\/s1600\/nasi-tumpang.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Nasi Tumpang, a Unique Malaysian Dish\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-x0vdHw7j04s\/WINPts4yJbI\/AAAAAAAA3sU\/oaNAhQQSCIcZML1XhF131mPU3-YsOaiFgCLcB\/s1600\/nasi-tumpang.jpg\" title=\"Nasi Tumpang\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWhat is \u003Cb\u003ENasi Tumpang\u003C\/b\u003E? This popular dish in Kelantan is probably one of the best looking rice dishes found in Malaysia. For any serious foodie traveler out there who wants to explore the Malaysian Food Scene, this is something to try. The word Tumpang translates as hitching a ride, or overlapping and from the style and shape of the rice, you can see multiple layers of dishes compacted with rice and wrapped in a cone shape with banana leaf. This is not your ordinary rice dish as you can find it only in selected coffee shops for breakfast or tea around Kota Bharu.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn Kelantan, the locals call this dish in their local dialect which is \u003Ci\u003ENasi Tupe\u003C\/i\u003E. The origins of this dish goes back to the days where fishermen or farmers wife's would pack the Nasi Tumpang for their husbands to bring it along for their work. The main layered dishes are packed from leftovers of the previous day dinner. During rest time or long working hours, they would open up the cone shaped banana leaf rice and eat as a meal. It is very practical and cutlery is not required, making the Nasi Tumpang easy to consume.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EI fist encountered eating Nasi Tumpang back in the early 90's when I traveled to Kelantan and some locals introduced this strange cone dish to me. It was also at The White House in Kota Bharu where I was fascinated by the taste and quirkiness of this dish. The locals said that this was a popular breakfast or tea dish and would sellout really fast. Over the years, whenever I visited Kelantan, I would make it a point to explore other places selling Nasi Tumpang.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ia2azq19H0A\/WINPzbhTmGI\/AAAAAAAA3sY\/LjdET5qOYRczeltEgsUVyyEuf8x3Cw9XgCLcB\/s1600\/nasi-tumpang-kelantan.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ia2azq19H0A\/WINPzbhTmGI\/AAAAAAAA3sY\/LjdET5qOYRczeltEgsUVyyEuf8x3Cw9XgCLcB\/s1600\/nasi-tumpang-kelantan.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EA city style Nasi Tumpang. Photo by Hizwan Hamid c\/o www.timeout.com.my\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EOrigins of Nasi Tumpang\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe main word \u003Ci\u003ETumpang \u003C\/i\u003Eactually comes from the Malay word '\u003Ci\u003EMenumpang\u003C\/i\u003E' which mean occupying the space together with rice. If you dig deeper into the origins of of this unique and strange dish, it is also shared with Indonesia as they too have a similar dish called Nasi Tumpeng. Just a difference in spelling, but the Indonesia one looks very intriguing as the way it is prepared and served. In Malaysia, the state of Kelantan is home to Nasi Tumpang where recipes have been handed down from generation to generation.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn the olden days, Nasi Tumpang was sold in markets and nowadays, it is not easy to find as the process of making it is time consuming and tiresome. How far back this dish goes, no one knows for sure. But it is said that this dish is over a century old. I recently read a thesis paper on this, it was said that due to the painstaking effort to produce Nasi Tumpang, many have left this trade to pursue other easier foods. This is now becoming a loss to the Kelantanese people as it is claimed to be one of the original Kelantanese dishes.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn terms of cultures, Nasi Tumpang in Kelantan is served mainly for breakfast and Nasi Tumpeng in Indonesia is served only during important events like wedding anniversary or other important events due to the grandeur of the accompanying dishes. Kelantanese Nasi Tumpang is made from plain white rice while Indonesian Nasi Tumpeng is made from rice with turmeric, which gives it a yellow color. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-a80hP-eaEIc\/WINP47A9pfI\/AAAAAAAA3sc\/B3JpE9JqbwUh1kJYmUKaU2tQbFz_eFwEQCLcB\/s1600\/nasi-tumpeng-Indonesia.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-a80hP-eaEIc\/WINP47A9pfI\/AAAAAAAA3sc\/B3JpE9JqbwUh1kJYmUKaU2tQbFz_eFwEQCLcB\/s1600\/nasi-tumpeng-Indonesia.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EIndonesian Nasu Tumpeng or Nasi Tompang. Notice the style and color of the rice. (Photo: Unknown Source)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EIndonesian Nasi Tumpeng or Nasi Tompang\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe Indonesian Nasi Tumpeng has an interesting history that dates back to ancient traditions of revered mountains as the abode of ancestors and gods. The dish is also served as a form of thanksgiving for the abundance of harvest. During this ceremony, the top portion of the Nasi Tumpeng is cut and given to the most important person. at the ceremony. The word '\u003Ci\u003ETompang\u003C\/i\u003E' also translates as making a fist and punching the ingredients into the banana leaf cone.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-rGjlN72MrLg\/WINQG0DUbEI\/AAAAAAAA3so\/Zj5RJm3hI4MVeJA2l_NOMUF-StertdJ-wCLcB\/s1600\/resepi-nasi-tumpang-recipe.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-rGjlN72MrLg\/WINQG0DUbEI\/AAAAAAAA3so\/Zj5RJm3hI4MVeJA2l_NOMUF-StertdJ-wCLcB\/s1600\/resepi-nasi-tumpang-recipe.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EMalaysian Nasi Tumpang preparation method. Image from\u0026nbsp;http:\/\/fardiyah.blogspot.my\/\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EWhat is Inside Nasi Tumpang\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMost would be curious to know, buy rice would be the main dish complimented with a variety of chicken or meat dishes. It also depends on the cook what he or she wants to include inside. Most common Nasi Tumpang in Kelantan would be simple rice, \u003Ci\u003Eserunding \u003C\/i\u003E(shredded beef, chicken or fish floss), chicken curry, eggs, cucumbers and the unique Gulai Ikan or Fish Curry. ( However, in today's lifestyle world, many restaurants and cafes have come up with their own versions of Nasi Tumpang with prawns, eggs, beef, squid and so on. But at the end of the day, each Nasi Tumpang is unique to the maker as he or she will have their own favourite ingredients in the cone packet rice.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-b2MB58p2a4M\/WINP9hATwcI\/AAAAAAAA3sg\/cl60_3xDBFA0B0nSj3_qZ2FjDHmNxug3wCLcB\/s1600\/nasi-tumbuk-kelantan.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-b2MB58p2a4M\/WINP9hATwcI\/AAAAAAAA3sg\/cl60_3xDBFA0B0nSj3_qZ2FjDHmNxug3wCLcB\/s1600\/nasi-tumbuk-kelantan.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EHow to Eat Nasi Tumpang?\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWhile you will be fascinated with the overall look and feel, the big question is how do you eat this? Well, there are two main ways to do this, one where you open up the banana leaf and sample the different layers, accompanied with rice on each layer to fully sample the unique taste. The other is where you open it all up and give it a good old mix up.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EWhere to Find Nasi Tumpang in Kelantan\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EA number of places around Kelantan sells Nasi Tumpang, and one of the famous restaurants in Kota Bharu is the White House Cafe, located in town center. Ask any Kelantanese and they would know of this popular breakfast, lunch and tea cafe.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-y2qD_beT5FY\/WINQB_GfpwI\/AAAAAAAA3sk\/tiCOeM2r7EYRzH30lE6uuLe4QTGI-yJPQCLcB\/s1600\/white-house-kota-bharu.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-y2qD_beT5FY\/WINQB_GfpwI\/AAAAAAAA3sk\/tiCOeM2r7EYRzH30lE6uuLe4QTGI-yJPQCLcB\/s1600\/white-house-kota-bharu.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EWhere to Find Nasi Tumpang in Kuala Lumpur\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWhile it is not easy to find Nasi Tumpang around Malaysia, there are some cafes or restaurants that actually make this dish, mostly if they are of Kelantanese origins. One cafe in Kuala Lumpur called 'Nasi Kukus Sentral' at Plaza Sentral in KL, makes this dish. So if you are in Kuala Lumpur and want to try this, head on over there. Each cone is priced around RM7.00 to RM10.00 due to the multiple choices of fillings stuffed inside.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAnother place to find Nasi Tumpang in KL is at 'The Warung' in Mid Valley Megamall. Here, they have created a masterpiece by making the Nasi Tumpang with 11 layers. Being in a shopping mall and in a proper restaurant, you can taste or experience what eating Nasi Tumpang is like. The Warung is also located on the 1st floor of Mid Valley Megamall and open daily from 8.00 AM to 10.00 PM. We recommend going before lunch to try this. If you know of other recommended places that sell Nasi Tumpang in the Klang Valley, do let me know.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIf you are planning on \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2011\/06\/visiting-kota-bharu-in-kelantan.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Evisiting Kota Bharu in Kelantan\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, north east of Malaysia, make sure you ask the locals about Nasi Tumpang and where you can find it in Kota Bharu. This will most definitely be something out of this world and will be a great conversation piece and even a great social media photo. Overall, this is undoubtedly a true Malaysian food dish to try. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/1626800888099917998\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=1626800888099917998\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/1626800888099917998"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/1626800888099917998"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/01\/nasi-tumpang-unique-malaysian-dish.html","title":"Nasi Tumpang, a Unique Malaysian Dish"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-x0vdHw7j04s\/WINPts4yJbI\/AAAAAAAA3sU\/oaNAhQQSCIcZML1XhF131mPU3-YsOaiFgCLcB\/s72-c\/nasi-tumpang.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"15200 Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"6.124785 102.25438250000002"},"georss$box":{"$t":"-24.7388295 60.94578850000002 36.9883995 143.56297650000002"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-6412767411391748842"},"published":{"$t":"2017-01-24T20:09:00.000+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-01-24T20:09:08.117+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"AirAsia News"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"AirAsia X"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"AirAsia X London Flights"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"AirAsia X New Destination"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"AirAsia X News"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"AirAsia X UK Flights"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Airline News"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Aviation News"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"AirAsia X Restarts London Flights this Summer"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-MeHQDIpmwso\/WIcihRgY6EI\/AAAAAAAA3uE\/Dg-FPmubMZYL0lqnPXsGjRVgV-QC5kfwACLcB\/s1600\/airasia-x-london-flights.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-MeHQDIpmwso\/WIcihRgY6EI\/AAAAAAAA3uE\/Dg-FPmubMZYL0lqnPXsGjRVgV-QC5kfwACLcB\/s1600\/airasia-x-london-flights.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMore good news for travelers as\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003EAirAsia X restarts its London flights\u003C\/b\u003E this Summer after suspending the flights in March 2012. Originally, the long haul budget airline launched the direct Kuala Lumpur to London flight in March 2009 and was doing really well with full load passengers both ways.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe main reason for AirAsia X to suspend the London flights were the high operating cost, possibly due to the high fuel prices back then, but after axing the route, there was much talk of the long haul budget airline getting back the route. Many speculated that it was a temporary halt, and expected the airline to resume the London route in a couple of years. That did not happen and speculations were high.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EDuring the last four years, AirAsia X has launched a series of new destinations, but in return, also suspending other routes which were shared by the Malaysian national carrier. AirAsia X discontinued their Christchurch route in May 2012 after successfully operating that route for a year. But in January 2016, they connected New Zealand with new flights to Auckland via The Gold Coast, Australia. The airline also launched their \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/05\/airasia-x-flights-to-mauritius.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EAirAsia X flights to Mauritius\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;in May, 2016 and a series of other interesting destinations.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EAirAsia X London Flights\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EReturning to London on the summer of 2017 with direct flights out of KLIA2, this is great news for both, Asians and Europeans. The news was also announced by CEO Tony Fernandes in Switzerland in mid January 2017.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETony had also mentioned that Frankfurt was one of the new AirAsia X destinations which would operate direct from Bangkok. The CEO also mentioned that he would hope to have the flight tickets as low as Euro 150 (RM 715.00) to attract Europeans heading to Southeast Asia and vice versa. This is also great news for budget travelers as flight ticket prices are really competitive nowadays.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe AirAsia X KL-London flights have yet to be confirmed by the airline, but speculations during the summer period would estimate it to be around June or July in 2017. How many flights a week or what aircraft they are using, is also awaiting the official news from AirAsia.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn recent developing news, the long haul budget airline has also announced that the will soon be \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/01\/airasia-x-flights-to-us.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EAirAsia X flights to the US\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E. The airline received their approval from the FAA in early January which makes AirAsia the first Asian budget airline to fly and land in the US. This route, which has not been officially announced, will see Hawaii as the first destination that AirAsia X will fly to. This is purely due to the connectivity from Haneda Airport in Japan, which the airline flies too.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAs for AirAsia X restarting their London flights this summer, many are pleased with the news, especially for Asians who have their children studying in the UK. This would be a cheaper alternative for them to visit their kids there. And for the Europeans travelling to Southeast Asia or even Oceanic, this flight will make their connectivity easier by landing in Kuala Lumpur and connecting to the next destination.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/6412767411391748842\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=6412767411391748842\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/6412767411391748842"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/6412767411391748842"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/01\/airasia-x-restarts-london-flights-this.html","title":"AirAsia X Restarts London Flights this Summer"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-MeHQDIpmwso\/WIcihRgY6EI\/AAAAAAAA3uE\/Dg-FPmubMZYL0lqnPXsGjRVgV-QC5kfwACLcB\/s72-c\/airasia-x-london-flights.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"4.210484 101.97576600000002"},"georss$box":{"$t":"-11.794711 81.321469000000022 20.215679 122.63006300000002"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-1779952096189773994"},"published":{"$t":"2017-01-24T16:16:00.001+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-02-06T12:05:41.996+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Tourism Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Tourism Malaysia News"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Tourism Malaysia Closes Offices Nationwide"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-ufZQ5Bfv2Zw\/WIcMS7s0XuI\/AAAAAAAA3t0\/h9nv7MiylYoLh7Wz6y48L_Pc-ILg3yb6wCLcB\/s1600\/tourism-malaysia-closes-offices.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tourism Malaysia Closes Offices in Malaysia\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-ufZQ5Bfv2Zw\/WIcMS7s0XuI\/AAAAAAAA3t0\/h9nv7MiylYoLh7Wz6y48L_Pc-ILg3yb6wCLcB\/s1600\/tourism-malaysia-closes-offices.jpg\" title=\"Tourism Malaysia Closes Offices\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETourism Malaysia closes its offices throughout Malaysia with immediate effect, and this comes as a shock for many people. The main reason behind this move by Tourism Minister Datuk Nazri, is to avoid job duplication with state agencies in promoting tourist attractions within Malaysia. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe closing of the 14 Tourism Malaysia offices around Malaysia will also not involve the termination of services of the staff, but they would be absorbed into the ministry's headquarters and other departments. This bold move is also expected to save about RM6 million in cost annually. The money could be utilized for other expenses and promotions, said the minister.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe tourism minister also quoted that every state has its own Executive Councillor for Tourism and the State Economic Unit (UPEN), therefore they do not want a duplication of the tasks between the agencies and the tourism authorities in every state. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETourism Malaysia Closes Offices Nationwide\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWith the closure of the Tourism Malaysia offices around Malaysia, the ministry also plans to create five information offices based on regions. The main headquarters will still be the central region which is the Tourism Malaysia Putrajaya Office. The other new regions are;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENorthern Region: Tourism Malaysia Penang Office\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EEastern Region: Tourism Malaysia Terengganu Office\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ESouthern Region: Tourism Malaysia Johor Office\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ESabah Region: Tourism Malaysia Kota Kinabalu International Airport Office\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ESarawak Region: Tourism Malaysia\u003Cb\u003E \u003C\/b\u003EKuching International Airport Office\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis also follows the shocking news on Jan 14, 2017 where the ministry announced that four Tourism Malaysia offices abroad, New York, Perth, Johannesburg and Perth, would be closed with immediate effect following the termination of Malaysia Airlines Bhd services there. This was also huge news in the tourism industry when it was announced just a week before the new news of Tourism Malaysia closing all its offices in Malaysia.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe closure of the Tourism Malaysia offices has come as a shock to many people, especially those in the tourism related field and industry. With this new move, it is to show that Malaysia is undergoing a serious tourism restructuring under the leadership of the minister, Datuk Nazri in order to achieve the goal of targeting 30.5 million visitors to Malaysia for 2017.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/1779952096189773994\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=1779952096189773994\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/1779952096189773994"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/1779952096189773994"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/01\/tourism-malaysia-closes-offices.html","title":"Tourism Malaysia Closes Offices Nationwide"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-ufZQ5Bfv2Zw\/WIcMS7s0XuI\/AAAAAAAA3t0\/h9nv7MiylYoLh7Wz6y48L_Pc-ILg3yb6wCLcB\/s72-c\/tourism-malaysia-closes-offices.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"4.210484 101.97576600000002"},"georss$box":{"$t":"-11.794711 81.321469000000022 20.215679 122.63006300000002"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-5855344045388444989"},"published":{"$t":"2017-01-21T23:33:00.003+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-01-21T23:33:58.982+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Airlines News"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Aviation News"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Himalaya Airlines"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Kathmandu"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Nepal"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Himalaya Airlines Kathmandu-Kuala Lumpur Flights"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Kl6seUxYkl4\/WIN-vwFuvOI\/AAAAAAAA3s8\/TE7Nuy9mvV8J3IBUOgZSfUzA8oyE1gMywCLcB\/s1600\/himalaya-airlines-kuala-lumpur-flights.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Himalaya Airlines Kathmandu-Kuala Lumpur Flights\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Kl6seUxYkl4\/WIN-vwFuvOI\/AAAAAAAA3s8\/TE7Nuy9mvV8J3IBUOgZSfUzA8oyE1gMywCLcB\/s1600\/himalaya-airlines-kuala-lumpur-flights.jpg\" title=\"Himalaya Airlines Kuala Lumpur Flights\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ECome February 10, 2017, \u003Cb\u003EHimalaya Airlines Kathmandu-Kuala Lumpur flights\u003C\/b\u003E will be launched and the airline will fly five weekly flights. This now makes the number of airlines plying this route to six, including Malaysia Airlines, Air Asia X, Malindo Air and Nepal Airlines who currently fly direct between Kathmandu and Kuala Lumpur. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAccording to Himalaya Airlines, a round-trip ticket on the flight from Kathmandu (Flight H9 890) starts at Rs 25,375 (RM 1656.00), while the \u0026nbsp;Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu (Flight H9 891) round trip, flight ticket prices will start at RM 928.00 and an early morning flight where passengers will arrive Kathmandu at about 9.40 AM. The airline has also appointed Carnival Travel and My Golden Lion Aviation as its General Sales Agents (GSA) for Malaysia and Myanmar respectively.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EHimalaya Airlines Kathmandu-Kuala Lumpur Flight Timings\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: white; border-collapse: collapse; border-spacing: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444b4f; font-family: open_sansregular, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0px; max-width: 100%; padding: 0px; width: 685px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Ctr style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 9px 5px; width: 123px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.6666; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 12px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: georgia, serif; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cstrong style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003EFlight No.\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 9px 5px; width: 123px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.6666; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 12px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: georgia, serif; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cstrong style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003ERouting\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 9px 5px; width: 116px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.6666; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 12px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: georgia, serif; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cstrong style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003EDeparture\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 9px 5px; width: 117px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.6666; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 12px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: georgia, serif; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cstrong style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003EArrival\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 9px 5px; width: 205px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.6666; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 12px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: georgia, serif; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cstrong style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003EDay of the week\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 9px 5px; width: 123px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.6666; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 12px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: georgia, serif; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003EH9 890\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 9px 5px; width: 123px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.6666; margin-bottom: 10px; 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box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 9px 5px; width: 117px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.6666; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 12px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: georgia, serif; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E06:05 AM\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 9px 5px; width: 205px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.6666; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 12px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: georgia, serif; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003EMon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 9px 5px; width: 123px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.6666; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 12px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: georgia, serif; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003EH9 891\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 9px 5px; width: 123px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.6666; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 12px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: georgia, serif; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003EKUL-KTM\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 9px 5px; width: 116px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.6666; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 12px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: georgia, serif; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E07:05 AM\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 9px 5px; width: 117px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.6666; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 12px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: georgia, serif; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E09: 40 AM\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 9px 5px; width: 205px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 1.6666; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 12px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: georgia, serif; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; zoom: 1;\"\u003EMon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EVice President for Administration Vijay Shrestha also quoted that the launch of new destinations is part of Himalaya’s commitment to connect Nepal directly with Asia Pacific countries and boost tourism as well as trade opportunities. The airline received its first Airbus A320-214 aircraft in March of 2016 and at the end of January 2017, they will be receiving another similar aircraft which will be fitted with 150 economy seats and eight business class seats. An additional two similar aircraft are also being added at the end of 2017. For more information, visit the official \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.himalaya-airlines.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EHimalaya Airlines Website\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-mzYv7Ya55po\/WIN-0JX9vTI\/AAAAAAAA3tA\/o90O8X7OpzEtC2_rfDSSX_XPkTDQQ8OGACLcB\/s1600\/himalaya-airiines-airbus-a320-214.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-mzYv7Ya55po\/WIN-0JX9vTI\/AAAAAAAA3tA\/o90O8X7OpzEtC2_rfDSSX_XPkTDQQ8OGACLcB\/s1600\/himalaya-airiines-airbus-a320-214.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EHimalaya Airlines new Airbus A320-214. Photo from www.nepalmountainnews.com.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EHimalaya Airlines, is a Nepal-China joint venture, established in August 2014. Himalaya Airlines, a full service carrier, started its scheduled flights operations from May 31, 2016 flying directly to Doha, Qatar and to Colombo, Sri Lanka on October 1, 2016.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EHimalaya Airlines also plans to link various Asian and Middle Eastern cities initially and also to acquire 15 Airbus aircraft, including long-haul A330 wide body jets. The company plans to expand operations to Japan, Korea, Australia, America and Europe by 2022. For now, the new launch of the\u0026nbsp;Himalaya Airlines Kathmandu-Kuala Lumpur flights will be something that many local and international travelers will look forward too, especially with the promotion prices offered.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/5855344045388444989\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=5855344045388444989\u0026isPopup=true","title":"4 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/5855344045388444989"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/5855344045388444989"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/01\/himalaya-airlines-kathmandu-kuala.html","title":"Himalaya Airlines Kathmandu-Kuala Lumpur Flights"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Kl6seUxYkl4\/WIN-vwFuvOI\/AAAAAAAA3s8\/TE7Nuy9mvV8J3IBUOgZSfUzA8oyE1gMywCLcB\/s72-c\/himalaya-airlines-kuala-lumpur-flights.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"4"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Kathmandu 44600, Nepal"},"georss$point":{"$t":"27.7172453 85.3239605"},"georss$box":{"$t":"27.6047838 85.162599 27.829706799999997 85.485322"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-7115874107745752247"},"published":{"$t":"2017-01-19T19:25:00.005+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-01-20T19:05:59.906+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Airlines"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Aviation"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Aviation News"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Japan"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malindo Air"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malindo Air KK to Japan Flights"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sabah"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Malindo Air KK to Japan Flights"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-d9bmlA9U-aE\/WICcIi6PqII\/AAAAAAAA3qo\/xA-4CuFjnsM9ympFYUG4d5yBCzfLGur4ACLcB\/s1600\/malindo-air-kk-to-japan-flights.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-d9bmlA9U-aE\/WICcIi6PqII\/AAAAAAAA3qo\/xA-4CuFjnsM9ympFYUG4d5yBCzfLGur4ACLcB\/s1600\/malindo-air-kk-to-japan-flights.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EGood news for Sabahans as hopefully by mid year, there will be \u003Cb\u003EMalindo Air KK to Japan flights\u003C\/b\u003E. This plan to have the direct flights to Japan will benefit both countries as Kota Kinabalu is also one of the top destinations in Malaysia that Japanese prefer to visit. This news was also announced officially by the Sabah State Assistant Tourism Minister Datuk Pang Yuk Ming at the Japan Week in Kota Kinabalu.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EPrior to this, Malindo Air has already been doing charter flights from Tokyo to Kota Kinabalu and the response has been quite good. One of the main reasons for the Sabah charter flights is that Japanese tourist prefer not to transit and fly directly. Sabah has also seen a total of almost 23,000 Japanese visitors to the state in 2016.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EApart from the mainstream news of having Malindo Air KK to Japan flights, the airline has not confirmed anything to date. Recently on the 17th of January, Malindo Air launched their KL Sentral Check In Counter and also the Malindo Air Ticketing Office at KL Sentral. During the launching, the CEO Mr. Chandran Rama Muthy announced that Malindo Air has been operating on its fourth year now and has expanded to 41 cities all over Asia and flew over 12 million passengers to date. They currently operate 42 aircraft, 16 ATR72-600 and 26 Boeing 737NG planes.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAs for the Malindo Air KK to Japan flights, there is no news on what type of aircraft they will be using but rest assured, once the news is out, we will surely share it here. Any questions or comments, please feel free to leave them in the comment form below.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/7115874107745752247\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=7115874107745752247\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/7115874107745752247"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/7115874107745752247"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/01\/malindo-air-kk-to-japan-flights.html","title":"Malindo Air KK to Japan Flights"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-d9bmlA9U-aE\/WICcIi6PqII\/AAAAAAAA3qo\/xA-4CuFjnsM9ympFYUG4d5yBCzfLGur4ACLcB\/s72-c\/malindo-air-kk-to-japan-flights.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"5.980408 116.07345680000003"},"georss$box":{"$t":"5.72774 115.75073330000004 6.233076 116.39618030000003"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-8316154833276057705"},"published":{"$t":"2016-12-31T18:51:00.000+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-01-20T19:08:04.010+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Best Places to Visit in Sabah"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Borneo"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Food in Tawau"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Places to Visit in Tawau"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sabah"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sabah Food"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Tawau"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Things to do in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Things to do in Sabah"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Things to do in Tawau"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Things to do in Tawau"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-UnLsvdeHXe0\/WG4RlisTdPI\/AAAAAAAA3hs\/fZie1snUQ4EyPHLWar_7mvw3uCGxBir9ACLcB\/s1600\/things-to-do-in-tawau.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Places to Visit in Tawau\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-UnLsvdeHXe0\/WG4RlisTdPI\/AAAAAAAA3hs\/fZie1snUQ4EyPHLWar_7mvw3uCGxBir9ACLcB\/s1600\/things-to-do-in-tawau.jpg\" title=\"Things to do in Tawau\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWhat are the things to do in Tawau, Sabah? Many travelers may be asking this common question due to not much publicity on this coastal city on the East Coast of Sabah, Borneo. Tawau (斗湖), the third largest town of Sabah was originally one of the earliest ports of east Sabah being active since the late 1890's. The British had a strong influence with the British North Borneo Chartered Company (BNBC) where trading was one of the main industries here.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETawau is also connected via roads from most cities around Sabah, and the Tawau Airport with direct flights here form Kuala Lumpur and other major cities of Malaysia. While most people would transit in Tawau as the main gateway to Sipadan and Mabul Islands, the airport sits in between Semporna and Tawau, therefore this list of things to do in Tawau was created for general interest, especially for travelers wanting to explore further into one of Sabah's old cities.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003EThings to do in Tawau\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZVSh0b_yri8\/WGeDiTM6cQI\/AAAAAAAA3gg\/8CZRI6kH4d8_1ZYmuZg0N_5Jk5EqcKs5ACLcB\/s1600\/teck-guan-cocoa-museum.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Cocoa Museum in Tawau Sabah\" border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZVSh0b_yri8\/WGeDiTM6cQI\/AAAAAAAA3gg\/8CZRI6kH4d8_1ZYmuZg0N_5Jk5EqcKs5ACLcB\/s640\/teck-guan-cocoa-museum.jpg\" title=\"Teck Guan Cocoa Museum\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ETeck Guan Cocoa Museum in Tawau\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E1. Teck Guan Cocoa Museum\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EProbably the only cocoa museum in the entire Malaysia which has a complete history on this unique plant and seed that is exported all over the world. The Teck Guan Cocoa Museum which opened in 2004, is about 20-30 minutes drive from Tawau city and is best visited in the mornings. Here, you will be introduced to the world of Cocoa, its origins, processes and what it can be made into.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EA guided tour by the museum staff will take you to a audio visual room to watch a short video and then one level up to see the original cocoa producing machinery. After that, you will be brought to the cocoa sampling kitchen before finishing your tour at the cocoa products room. For knowledge sake, did you know that Teck Guan Cocoa is exported to the makers of Godiva chocolates? That shows the quality of the local cocoa from Sabah.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe Teck Guan Cocoa Museum also provides a special Cocoa Village Stay experience where you can spend a night or two and experience seeing the cocoa plants in their natural habitat while enjoying a special cocoa lunch and a famous Tawau seafood dinner. You need to contact Teck Guan Cocoa Village for this experience.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETeck Guan Cocoa Village Stay\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EEmail: emas@teckguan.com\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMs. Ivy Yap +6 019 883 0173\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMs. Selena Khoo +6 012 801 0228\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETeck Guan Cocoa Museum Opening Hours:\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMonday - \u0026nbsp;Saturday: 9:00am - 4:00pm\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EClosed on Sundays\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-NpgXQIa8MQ4\/WGeDmdf6qZI\/AAAAAAAA3gk\/8JcRQ3uFmfUV6I5-rT8SssTFz6SpODd9wCLcB\/s1600\/tawau-tanjung-market.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tawau Tanjung Market\" border=\"0\" height=\"416\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-NpgXQIa8MQ4\/WGeDmdf6qZI\/AAAAAAAA3gk\/8JcRQ3uFmfUV6I5-rT8SssTFz6SpODd9wCLcB\/s640\/tawau-tanjung-market.jpg\" title=\"Tawau Tawau\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EPasar Tanjung Tawau, the largest indoor market in Malaysia\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E2. Tawau Market (Tawau Tanjung Market)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EKnown as Malaysia's largest indoor market with over 6000 stalls, this is one really huge market that sells dry produce and the famous Tawau dried seafood. The Tawau Tanjung Market sits in the main part of the city area and building is so huge, you will not miss it. It is also currently the Tawau UTC Centre which shares the market area.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMost Malaysians that visit Tawau will definitely make a stop here to buy the famous dried seafood which is touted to be the cheapest in Malaysia. The ground floor of the market is where you will find the dry produce and vegetable sellers while in the front of the market, you will find kitchen ware and food souvenirs, loads of them.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETawau dried seafood is found on the first floor where you will see about 20 stalls selling all kinds of this dried seafood. You can buy various types of salted fish, dried fish, squid, anchovies, abalone, sea cucumber and even dried sting ray here. For those travelling on flight back, just let them know as they will pack the dried seafood specially for flights.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-jZxCzVJlhuA\/WGeDqFWx0YI\/AAAAAAAA3go\/n1bh6T9DaRos0Ke-3NtzDgW3YyhcSJCgACLcB\/s1600\/pasar-tanjung-tawau.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"UCT Tawau\" border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-jZxCzVJlhuA\/WGeDqFWx0YI\/AAAAAAAA3go\/n1bh6T9DaRos0Ke-3NtzDgW3YyhcSJCgACLcB\/s640\/pasar-tanjung-tawau.jpg\" title=\"Pasar Tanjung Tawau\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EPasar Tanjung Tawau and the UTC Tawau Center\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EThe next level is a mezzanine level, which sells fabrics, clothes and local beauty products with some exceptions of toys and general items. Going up to the second level, you will find the local food court with about 40 vendors selling Chinese and Muslim food and drinks. This new food court was opened in October 2016. Finally, the highest level will be the UTC Centre of Tawau.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe best time to visit here is also in the mornings when it is lively. Also, if you are planning to buy food souvenirs like the Tawau dried seafood, make this place your last stop before you depart.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPasar Tanjung Tawau Address\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAlong Jalan Dunlop and Jalan Persisiran,\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETawau City Centre Roundabout,\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETawau, Sabah\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-t_EfPncxdPU\/WGeDtLt6scI\/AAAAAAAA3gs\/8PybV4qZJqEt2054ck2WswkNibtDiOUHwCLcB\/s1600\/tawau-hills-park.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Taman Negara Bukit Tawau\" border=\"0\" height=\"436\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-t_EfPncxdPU\/WGeDtLt6scI\/AAAAAAAA3gs\/8PybV4qZJqEt2054ck2WswkNibtDiOUHwCLcB\/s640\/tawau-hills-park.jpg\" title=\"Tawau Hills National Park\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EStanding to one of the tallest rainforest trees in the world at Tawau. Photo by Wong Chun Xing.\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E3. Tawau Hills National Park\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor nature lovers, the Tawau Hills National Park is one of two parks found in this part of Sabah. Located about 24 kilometers from town, it takes around 30 minutes to get to this 27,972 hectare park. It is also recommended that you engage a tour guide to visit this park, especially if you want to know more about the rainforest flora and fauna here and one of the highlights of the Tawau Hills Park is seeing one of the world's tallest tropical trees.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThere are camping sites, basic chalets and a picnic area for day trippers at the Tawau Hills Park. Those planning some extreme outdoors can climb Mount Magdalena which is 1,312 meters high and requires two days to reach the summit and back, while the other is Mount Lucia (1,202 meters) and Mount Maria (1,083 meters). There is also the Bombalai Hill at 530 meters high, which is a popular spot to trek up. For waterfall lovers, there is the Bukit Gelas Waterfalls and you can also explore the Sulphur Springs which is about a three kilometer trek from the main entrance.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EActually, Tawau Hills Park is quite complete in terms of flora and fauna therefore if you are a hard core nature lover, this is one of the recommended places to visit. There are park rangers to guide you around and a night walk for frogging and nocturnal animals is also available.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EBirding or Bird Watching in Tawau is mainly done around here as there are many species of Bornean birds spotted here. Serious or casual bird watchers will find this place quite interesting for bird watching as it is said that you can spot six of the eight hornbill species of Borneo here.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETo go to Tawau Hills Park, you need to either take a taxi (RM 30 to RM 40 one way) or engage a tour company with a nature guide. Unfortunately, not many tour agents sell this product hence I am highlighting this here, hoping that someone would see this and capitalise on the Tawau Hills Tour Packages.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETawau Hills Park Address:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EBal Estate, Tawau\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETel: +60 89 768 719 or +60 89 925 719\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EEmail:\u0026nbsp;info@sabahparks.org.my\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAdmission:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMyKad holders (18 years and above): RM 3.00\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMyKad (below 18 years): RM 1.00\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EForeigners (18 years and above): RM 10.00\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EForeigners (below 18 years): RM 6.00\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-NsW9VWuwP_g\/WGeDxApoelI\/AAAAAAAA3gw\/Tr_mTpX3yqMDSLKUDY3tUdXvpbVmcBA1QCLcB\/s1600\/pasar-gantung-tawau.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Handicraft Centre Tawau\" border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-NsW9VWuwP_g\/WGeDxApoelI\/AAAAAAAA3gw\/Tr_mTpX3yqMDSLKUDY3tUdXvpbVmcBA1QCLcB\/s640\/pasar-gantung-tawau.jpg\" title=\"Tawau Handicraft Centre\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ETawau Handicraft Centre or Pasar Gantung\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E4. Tawau Handicraft Market (Pasar Gantung)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EKnown as the Tawau Old Central Market or Pasar Gantung (Hanging Market), this attraction now serves as a handicraft market but more clothes and fabrics are seen sold here. When I walked around here in December 2016, there was around 50-60 vendors who were selling pearl jewellery, souvenirs, batik, ladies and men's clothing, kids clothes and a number of other local items. The reason why it's called \u003Ci\u003EPasar Gantung\u003C\/i\u003E or Hanging Market is simple, almost everything you see in the market is hung high up, probably due to the space constrain.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn the same structure, there is also a small food court which sells local Tawau food and gets lively at night. The Tawau Handicraft Market would be one of the places where you can find a lot of imported items from the Philippines and Indonesia, namely the fabrics and pearls but for local tourist, this is a decent place to explore for an hour or so. The walkways are narrow with vendors close by each other and they are not aggressive traders that bother you. Prices are reasonable and you can try your luck to bargain a little.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-UT2TtsMq8Ys\/WGeD0Xsy0ZI\/AAAAAAAA3g0\/cmr2tDv2-Xcrcea9cgn_GFAJ0BWb7IEGwCLcB\/s1600\/tawau-handicraft-market.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tawau Pasar Gantung\" border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-UT2TtsMq8Ys\/WGeD0Xsy0ZI\/AAAAAAAA3g0\/cmr2tDv2-Xcrcea9cgn_GFAJ0BWb7IEGwCLcB\/s640\/tawau-handicraft-market.jpg\" title=\"Pasar Gantung Tawau\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESouvenirs sold at the Pasar Gantung Tawau\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EMy opinion for this place is that more emphasis should be put into making the Pasar Gantung or Tawau Handicraft Market into a proper tourist attraction, like the Kota Kinabalu Handicraft Market. By doing so, this would help in increasing the tourist numbers to Tawau, but the ministry or council should put in some funding to properly manage this potential spot and create awareness and giving it a fresh new look and approach. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETawau Handicraft Market Address:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAlong Jalan Klinik,\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EBandar Tawau, Tawau.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EOpen: 7.00 AM till 5.00 PM\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-sWiQfh4YBDY\/WGeD3oHvxcI\/AAAAAAAA3g4\/neXdD1yfc0szoErsUZVqX1InwKySs7-yACLcB\/s1600\/sabindo-plaza.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tawau Shopping Mall\" border=\"0\" height=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-sWiQfh4YBDY\/WGeD3oHvxcI\/AAAAAAAA3g4\/neXdD1yfc0szoErsUZVqX1InwKySs7-yACLcB\/s640\/sabindo-plaza.jpg\" title=\"Sabindo Plaza\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESabindo Plaza, Tawau's first shopping centre. Image from eTawau.com.\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E5. Shopping in Tawau\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EI will be very honest here, shopping in Tawau is not something people look forward to, as if there is not enough shopping malls from where you come from? Well, Tawau being on the other side of Sabah is a very local place and currently, there are only two shopping malls in Tawau. One being Sabindo Plaza which has been around since 1999 and is more of a bazaar like concept, and the other being Eastern Plaza, a three story mall which opened in 2009.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EEastern Plaza seems to fit the shopping mall concept where they have a supermarket as the main tenant while the first two floors cater to shops selling smart phones, accessories, ladies clothes and also men's fashion. The truth be told, you will not miss anything if you do not visit this place.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMy suggestion is to explore the Fajar area in Tawau city center as this is the most liveliest and trendiest part of Tawau with many new concept shops, cafes and bakeries. Anyway, most of the popular hotels in Tawau are located around this area too. But for fashion and accessories, Tawau is still not as advanced as Sandakan or Kota Kinabalu. So, in general, Tawau is great for some Sabah food souvenirs or \u003Ci\u003EOleh-Oleh Sabah\u003C\/i\u003E, like dried seafood.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-XDAameG4TlE\/WGeD6tuwL7I\/AAAAAAAA3g8\/N22d8bjdeN0qs3v_TVAkws_D7PpTs7v4wCLcB\/s1600\/tawau-sunset.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tawau Waterfront Sunset\" border=\"0\" height=\"408\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-XDAameG4TlE\/WGeD6tuwL7I\/AAAAAAAA3g8\/N22d8bjdeN0qs3v_TVAkws_D7PpTs7v4wCLcB\/s640\/tawau-sunset.jpg\" title=\"Tawau Sunset\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EA beautiful sunset in Tawau, taken at the Tawau Waterfront\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E6. Tawau Waterfront\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWhen evening falls, you can head to the Tawau Waterfront or Tawau Esplanade to catch the beautiful Sabah sunset. Along the main road of Jalan Persisiran, there are many spots you can choose to watch the sunset and along with you, there will be many locals that come here to enjoy the magical moment that ends daylight.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn December 2016, I made it a point to explore the Tawau Waterfront to catch the famous Sabah sunset and well, it was worth it, not as amazing as the ones at the Kota Kinabalu Waterfront, but good enough. Along the waterfront, locals are seen selling freshly cut young mango as snacks so you can give it a try if you like.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETo catch he Tawau sunset, I chose a spot near the Tawau Ferry Terminal as it was convenient, due to me renting a car and moving around here. The result of the sunset is as you can see in the photo above. Not too bad if you ask me.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETawau Waterfront Address:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAlong Jalan Persisiran,\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ESabindo Area, Bandar Tawau\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-88bSlXcf0BI\/WGeD-kOye0I\/AAAAAAAA3hA\/HEApztmspTI_2fm1QlRM3DUkQXLZy5mQwCLcB\/s1600\/tawau-seafood.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Kam Ling Seafood\" border=\"0\" height=\"404\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-88bSlXcf0BI\/WGeD-kOye0I\/AAAAAAAA3hA\/HEApztmspTI_2fm1QlRM3DUkQXLZy5mQwCLcB\/s640\/tawau-seafood.jpg\" title=\"Eating in Tawau\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EKam Ling Seafood, one of the most popular seafood restaurants in Tawau\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E7. Eating in Tawau\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis is probably the top of things to do in Tawau as food here is very Indonesian-Sabah fusion due to Tawau being neighbours to Kalimantan Indonesia. Tawau is also well known for their cheap seafood where you can find some of the freshest seafood around Sabah. There are numerous seafood restaurants in Tawau where one of my personal favourites is located in the Sabindo area, at a place called Kam Ling Seafood in Tawau. Choices of fish, crabs, shells, prawns and lobsters make you think hard of which to order, and what style. But the menu provided is of great help too.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EOne thing Tawau is famous for is the Pisang Cheese, Pisang Coklet and Sanggar Pisang, and is of Indonesian origins. These dishes are all made from bananas, deep friend and coated with cheese and chocolate,\u0026nbsp;and found at a place called Indo Cafe, you can find probably the best \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2014\/05\/pisang-cheese-in-tawau-at-indo-cafe.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EPisang Cheese in Saba\u003C\/span\u003Eh\u003C\/a\u003E. For locals, this is no doubt, a must-try. And if you have tried it elsewhere, try it here and make that comparison.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAnother must-try famous Tawau food is the Nasi Kuning Tawau at Restoran Haji Tamrin, who has been running this place for the last 20 years. The Tawau Nasi Kuning originates from Indonesia and locally in Malaysia, they call this dish Nasi Kunyit or Turmeric Rice. The beauty of Restoran Haji Tamrin is that they use raw turmeric and no artificial flavors or ready made turmeric powder to cook their rice, which is accompanied by a choice of chicken, fish or beef with a hard boiled sambal egg.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EOther well known Tawau food is the original Pork Noodles (San Nyuk Mian), 6 Star Steamboat, Nasi Payau Rice and many others. For more food in Tawau, read my upcoming article on the best food in Tawau, where I experienced some of the highly recommend places in December 2016.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-YdOKnX1-bVM\/WGeECsX58MI\/AAAAAAAA3hE\/xI6MmCwgZTIzY0LKGnCtvGZpoFXY4ppnwCLcB\/s1600\/masjid-bandar-tawau.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Masjid Waqaff Ahmad Bin Daing Mapata\" border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-YdOKnX1-bVM\/WGeECsX58MI\/AAAAAAAA3hE\/xI6MmCwgZTIzY0LKGnCtvGZpoFXY4ppnwCLcB\/s640\/masjid-bandar-tawau.jpg\" title=\"Masjid Bandar Tawau\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe first mosque in Tawau\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E8. Other Places of Interest in Tawau\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWhile there are a few more places that may fit in this list, we are just highlighting it here, just in case you want to explore more. The \u003Cb\u003EMasjid Al-Kauthar Mosque\u003C\/b\u003E, located in the city area is also Sabah's largest mosque which can accommodate up to 17,000 people. This beautiful mosque which cost RM31.5 million and opened in 2004, is also a beachfront mosque with a view of the Cowie Straits.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAnother beautiful mosque in Tawau is the \u003Cb\u003EMasjid Bandar Tawau\u003C\/b\u003E or\u0026nbsp;Masjid Waqaff Ahmad Bin Daing Mapata, located in the main city area. This mosque was also opened \u0026nbsp;in 1963 and is Tawau's oldest mosque. A mysterious attraction is the \u003Cb\u003EBell Tower of Tawau\u003C\/b\u003E, built by a Japanese businessman in 1918, during World War I, it was used by the police guards and rung at intervals. According to history, a bronze bell was used but it disappeared and no one knows where the bell is now, so there is only a six-sided oriental shaped tower standing about six meters high.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-OTVhz2D-eio\/WGeELjqq6wI\/AAAAAAAA3hQ\/zbww3bT0pt8Qb-VJNbqOleZQU4K30BqRwCLcB\/s1600\/tawau-food-souvenirs-sabah.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Oleh Oleh Tawau Sabah\" border=\"0\" height=\"434\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-OTVhz2D-eio\/WGeELjqq6wI\/AAAAAAAA3hQ\/zbww3bT0pt8Qb-VJNbqOleZQU4K30BqRwCLcB\/s640\/tawau-food-souvenirs-sabah.jpg\" title=\"Tawau Food Souvenirs\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EFood Souvenirs at the Tawau Market\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn general, the above are probably the best things to do in Tawau, after researching and taking to locals, based on my recent trip here in December 2016. Tawau has always served as the main gateway to Semporna to get to Sipadan and Mabul Island, and also Maliau Basin as this is the closest city to catch a flight and then travel overland the the mentioned places. For more information, you can also check out the official \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sabahtourism.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ESabah Tourism website\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-NQDD18LNH1U\/WGeEF5a8J-I\/AAAAAAAA3hM\/Sg8m5et5CJcgvlfGk9bJghTNSBahO2ZjACLcB\/s1600\/tawau-sabah.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Tawau Sabah\" border=\"0\" height=\"258\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-NQDD18LNH1U\/WGeEF5a8J-I\/AAAAAAAA3hM\/Sg8m5et5CJcgvlfGk9bJghTNSBahO2ZjACLcB\/s400\/tawau-sabah.jpg\" title=\"Tawau\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EOne of Tawau's many roundabouts\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIf you want to experience a real Sabahan city and how things were back in the day, Tawau is the best place to do so as the city is developing at a much slower pace than most other cities in Sabah.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EI love the concept of how you can find old style businesses here and people are friendly and not too caught up with the current modernisation. If you are planning to visit Sabah next year, read my article on \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/12\/where-to-go-in-sabah-for-2017.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EWhere to go in Sabah for 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;as it narrows down a number of places for tourism.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis list of things to do in Tawau is timely as now, more people are looking for new places to explore and discover, especially in the food tourism side as Tawau offers some pretty interesting local food to experience. A Tawau Food Trail would be great to explore if you are headed here. If you have any comments or feedback, please do share them in the comments below. I hope you enjoyed this article for things to do in Tawau and if I missed out anything, let me know. Happy travels.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/8316154833276057705\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=8316154833276057705\u0026isPopup=true","title":"4 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/8316154833276057705"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/8316154833276057705"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/12\/things-to-do-in-tawau.html","title":"Things to do in Tawau"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-UnLsvdeHXe0\/WG4RlisTdPI\/AAAAAAAA3hs\/fZie1snUQ4EyPHLWar_7mvw3uCGxBir9ACLcB\/s72-c\/things-to-do-in-tawau.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"4"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Tawau, Sabah, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"4.244651 117.89118610000003"},"georss$box":{"$t":"3.2315085000000003 116.60029260000003 5.2577935 119.18207960000002"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-8476104110214513081"},"published":{"$t":"2016-12-26T12:00:00.000+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-01-20T19:08:16.607+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Borneo"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Places to Visit in Sarawak"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sarawak"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Where to go in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Where to go in Sarawak"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Where to go in Sarawak for 2017"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Where to go in Sarawak for 2017"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-F6DAOxxEtHg\/WF0I4_0hXoI\/AAAAAAAA3dY\/Quj3sRttp-EClTag8NOjttwXf20XmUXCgCLcB\/s1600\/places-to-visit-sarawak.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Where to go in Sarawak\" border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-F6DAOxxEtHg\/WF0I4_0hXoI\/AAAAAAAA3dY\/Quj3sRttp-EClTag8NOjttwXf20XmUXCgCLcB\/s1600\/places-to-visit-sarawak.jpg\" title=\"Places to go in Sarawak \" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ESarawak has always been one of the unique destinations in Malaysia and many have always asked this question of where to go in Sarawak, and for 2017, I have come up with this list of places to visit in Sarawak Borneo for first timers or regular visitors. Before I continue, those who do not know, Sarawak is the largest state in Malaysia and located on the island of Borneo. Sarawak is also known as The Land of the Hornbill, and is neighbouring Sabah, Brunei and Kalimantan. The only way to visit Sarawak is via flights from various airlines in the region.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ESarawak is so huge, that it takes about 14 hours drive to get from one end to the other and many of their unique villages and towns are accessible via flights or logging roads. Rich with cultural and heritage, Sarawak boasts of some of Southeast Asia's most unique ethnic tribes and cultures. The number one thing to do in Sarawak is no other than Eco tourism where there is abundance of it available all over.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EYour starting city would also be Kuching, the capital of Sarawak or Miri, the resort city in the north, bordering Brunei. Most international and domestic flights arrive at these two cities and you can connect to certain smaller towns and villages using MAS Wings flights. Travel overland is also common here but note the long hours and off road conditions.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere to go in Sarawak for 2017\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-794VhNL2vG4\/WF4FXoS9DeI\/AAAAAAAA3fU\/gaur0mH5sNsSkrdEwM0W0PObkRyQPwSZgCLcB\/s1600\/sibu-sarawak.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Visit Sibu Year 2017\" border=\"0\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-794VhNL2vG4\/WF4FXoS9DeI\/AAAAAAAA3fU\/gaur0mH5sNsSkrdEwM0W0PObkRyQPwSZgCLcB\/s640\/sibu-sarawak.jpg\" title=\"Sibu Sarawak\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESibu Gateway in the city area\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E1. Sibu\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAs this year is \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/08\/visit-sibu-year-2017.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EVisit Sibu Year 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, much has been planned for this central city in Sarawak. Sibu operates as the main city that caters to the central region and has recently opened up to tourism. However, Sibu is a very culturally rich place and you need to move around and out of Sibu to see this beautiful part of Sarawak. One of the must-visit places is no other than the traditional Melanau village by a river which is undisturbed and showcases the Melanau lifestyle.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-adcti2FQac0\/WF0JE_D3JMI\/AAAAAAAA3dc\/SnOXgeGIg8I43xLeavLBKtIcFEUtvR6qwCLcB\/s1600\/sibu-central-market.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Pasar Bear Sibu\" border=\"0\" height=\"256\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-adcti2FQac0\/WF0JE_D3JMI\/AAAAAAAA3dc\/SnOXgeGIg8I43xLeavLBKtIcFEUtvR6qwCLcB\/s400\/sibu-central-market.jpg\" title=\"Sibu Central Market\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\"\u003EMalaysia's largest market in Sibu, Sarawak\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EIn Sibu city, highlights are the Sibu Heritage Centre which works as a museum showcasing the overall culture and history of Sibu and the ethnic people from around here.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EIn the evenings, the Sibu Night Market in Market Square is an amazing gastronomical experience as you would encounter another side of Sarawak's fascinating food. Sibu is also home to Malaysia's largest market called the Sibu Central Market where you can find over 1000 stalls selling local produce. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETo go to Sibu\u003C\/b\u003E, you can fly direct to Sibu with AirAsia or Malaysia Airlines or, you could also take a river ferry from Kuching that takes around two hours. Moving around requires you to engage a tour guide and we highly recommend Hou Kang from\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: \u0026quot;arial\u0026quot; , \u0026quot;helvetica\u0026quot; , sans-serif;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/greatown.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #92c0cd; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.25s; vertical-align: baseline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #38761d; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003EGreatown Travel\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #191919; font-size: 14px;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003Ewho specialises in Sibu tours.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-TyCNjA_iNQg\/WF0JS8xXF9I\/AAAAAAAA3dg\/4J3eekNcZ3IkiO3yG7yDgq-9icCZrLXBQCLcB\/s1600\/bario.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Bario Highlands\" border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-TyCNjA_iNQg\/WF0JS8xXF9I\/AAAAAAAA3dg\/4J3eekNcZ3IkiO3yG7yDgq-9icCZrLXBQCLcB\/s640\/bario.jpg\" title=\"Bario\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EBario Highlands in Sarawak\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E2. Bario\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EFor probably the best encounter with a cultural highland experience, Bario is the place to be at in 2017. Away from it all, located in the Kelabit Highlands and bordering Kalimantan is a natural Eco village that sits 1000 meters above sea level and is cooling throughout the year. Most visitors that come to Bario seek Eco adventures like trekking, hiking, cycling and generally enjoying things as they were 50 years ago. Nothing much has changed here, hence making this destination ideal for those seeking purity and originality. Read my previous article \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/04\/a-journey-to-bario-highlands-in-sarawak.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EA Journey to the Bario Highlands in Sarawak\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for more detailed information.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EStay at any of the home stays here as there are no hotels, only family operated homestays which is such an amazing experience. Nigmat Ayu is one of the recommended places to stay in Bario.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETo go to Bario\u003C\/b\u003E, the best way is to fly in via MAS Wings from Miri and the flight takes about one hour with a Twin Otter 19 seat turbo prop plane. The flight is an overall experience and you will land at one of the smallest airports in Malaysia. Moving around is on foot or hitching a ride from the locals.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZksU9n0QZbI\/WF0KNPMvaTI\/AAAAAAAA3eA\/rg8fMiI_EmERftNM1HLjDA5OmYYnaqVqgCLcB\/s1600\/niah-caves-sarawak.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Gua Niah\" border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZksU9n0QZbI\/WF0KNPMvaTI\/AAAAAAAA3eA\/rg8fMiI_EmERftNM1HLjDA5OmYYnaqVqgCLcB\/s640\/niah-caves-sarawak.jpg\" title=\"Niah Caves\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ENiah Caves, out of Miri\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E3. Miri\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EMiri has always appealed to certain visitors over the years, but in the last five years, Miri has advanced quite a bit in terms of tourism, especially being the gateway to Northern Sarawak. Most of the visitors to Miri come from Brunei or Sabah, but since scuba diving became popular, there has been a surge of adventure tourist heading here. Read more about \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/01\/diving-in-miri.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Ediving in Miri\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EMiri's city also offers food tourism where you can sample some unique Kayan cuisine and in the old town area, a variety of local hawker food. Sites around Miri include temples, markets, hill top views and some really beautiful beaches. For shoppers, Miri has a few interesting shopping malls like Bintang Megamall and the newly opened Permaisuri Imperial City Mall. A Miri Handicraft Centre just next to Bintang Megamall is your one stop place for all the local ethnic cultures and souvenirs too.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-8rMrk_HnxSw\/WF4CF1au_OI\/AAAAAAAA3fI\/0gdjHvb5ZHI74P0YXDjE9vmRzQI34pcJQCLcB\/s1600\/miri-city.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Miri Pullman Hotel\" border=\"0\" height=\"260\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-8rMrk_HnxSw\/WF4CF1au_OI\/AAAAAAAA3fI\/0gdjHvb5ZHI74P0YXDjE9vmRzQI34pcJQCLcB\/s400\/miri-city.jpg\" title=\"Miri City\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EView of Miri City from the Miri Pullman Hotel\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EMiri is also home to the world famous Borneo Jazz Festival, which is also the region's premier international jazz festival that has been running for 12 solid years. The next \u003Cb\u003EBorneo Jazz 2017\u003C\/b\u003E takes place from 12-13 May 2017 and at the ParkCity Everly Hotel.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EFor Ecotourism, Miri is also home to some of the popular national parks in Sarawak like the Niah National Park, Lambir Hills National Park and also the Loagan Bunut National Park which is around an hours drive from the city. To visit the parks, you need to engage the services of a tour company who provide driver and nature guides and one of the recommended companies is Brighton Travel and Tours in Miri.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETo go to Miri\u003C\/b\u003E, you need to fly in from Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Kuching or Kota Kinabalu in Sabah. From Kuching, an overland journey will take you around 11-12 hours.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-_NXvlCfGStI\/WF4AGeuNCHI\/AAAAAAAA3e8\/8BZK-RV4tqAVCfIg-l7GDPcb2SOujRifACLcB\/s1600\/mulu-sarawak.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Mulu Marriott Resort\" border=\"0\" height=\"474\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-_NXvlCfGStI\/WF4AGeuNCHI\/AAAAAAAA3e8\/8BZK-RV4tqAVCfIg-l7GDPcb2SOujRifACLcB\/s640\/mulu-sarawak.jpg\" title=\"Mulu Sarawak\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EView of the Marriott Resort in Mulu, Sarawak (Image from Mulu Marriott)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E4. Mulu National Park\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EOne of the most beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Malaysia is no other than the Mulu National Park, where you can find the world renown Mulu Caves. For any outdoor or Eco lover, this is your number one place to visit in Sarawak due to the overall uniqueness of this national park an its surroundings. Long boat travels, cave explorations, nature trekking and abundance of flora and fauna is on top of your menu when you visit the Mulu National Park.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EStay at the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.marriott.com\/hotels\/travel\/myymu-mulu-marriott-resort-and-spa\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EMulu Marriott Resort\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, a luxury retreat located in the middle of the rainforest. Alternatively, the Mulu National Park offers lodging with longhouse dorms or even individual chalets. Outside the park, you can also find homestays and budget guesthouses or lodges.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETo go to Mulu\u003C\/b\u003E, the best possible way is to fly in via Kuching, Miri or Kota Kinabalu in Sabah as they have direct flights using a turbo prop ATR72 plane. Flights are one hour long and lands at one of the smallest airports in Malaysia. For the hardcore explorer, you can also take a 7 hour long boat ride through the lush tropical rainforest, passing remote villages and beautiful picturesque scenery.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-o25vMsV4hRE\/WF0Jd0zH9fI\/AAAAAAAA3dk\/hvThfflmTMIsCkTqg--ujObnObOUFtRqQCLcB\/s1600\/kuching.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Old Town Kuching\" border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-o25vMsV4hRE\/WF0Jd0zH9fI\/AAAAAAAA3dk\/hvThfflmTMIsCkTqg--ujObnObOUFtRqQCLcB\/s640\/kuching.jpg\" title=\"Kuching Old Town\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EKuching's Old Town area\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E5. Kuching\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe capital of Sarawak and the most popular tourist destination, Kuching offers a laid back city lifestyle, culture and food as the main things to do here. Most visitors will arrive in Kuching and then head out to national parks, animal sanctuaries and also traditional ethnic longhouses or even the Sarawak Cultural Village. One of the recommended place for culture lovers in Kuching is the Sarawak Museum, which is touted as one of the best museums in the world in terms of ethnicity and cultural history.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-wKUBvC_po5s\/WF0JnlWOSVI\/AAAAAAAA3ds\/xmmBUZqQOFoefmoxBH7uynZNzKA3ypWRgCLcB\/s1600\/kolo-mee-sarawak.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Mee Kolok\" border=\"0\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-wKUBvC_po5s\/WF0JnlWOSVI\/AAAAAAAA3ds\/xmmBUZqQOFoefmoxBH7uynZNzKA3ypWRgCLcB\/s400\/kolo-mee-sarawak.jpg\" title=\"Kolo Mee\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EKolo Mee Noodles in Kuching\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EA walking tour in Kuching city is highly recommended as you can explore the old town of Kuching, take a Sarawak River Cruise and also indulge in savouring the famous Sarawak food around here.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EEating in Kuching is one of the must do things as the cat city offers you the famous Sarawak Laksa noodles, Sarawak Kolo Mee, Belachan Bee Hoon, the Sarawak Layer Cakes or Kek Lapis and many other local favourites.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ERead about \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2012\/01\/eating-local-food-in-kuching-sarawak.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Eeating local food in Kuching\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;which was done by me a few years ago, as it shares some of the popular food in Kuching. For seafood in Kuching, visit this place called Top Spot.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EPopular places out of Kuching are Kubah National Park, Semenggoh Orang Utan Centre and Annah Rais Longhouse which require you to use a tour company service. In the city, try renting a bicycle to move around as they also have cycling tours in Kuching that take you to local villages. Night life in Kuching is also spread out and the best place in the city to experience this is around Jalan Tabuan area where you can find the trendiest bars, restaurants, clubs and cafes. Carpenter Street is also another road where you can find some nightlife.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETo go to Kuching,\u003C\/b\u003E fly in via various airlines from around the region an once there, you can either engage a tour company for your tours or simply explore on foot around the city.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-uoARsJxjffk\/WF0T4TnDU5I\/AAAAAAAA3ek\/eSLJLFxI_0wvTkJAAwPEfhFVvVsqqghlQCLcB\/s1600\/bako-national-park.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Taman Negara Bako\" border=\"0\" height=\"416\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-uoARsJxjffk\/WF0T4TnDU5I\/AAAAAAAA3ek\/eSLJLFxI_0wvTkJAAwPEfhFVvVsqqghlQCLcB\/s640\/bako-national-park.jpg\" title=\"Bako National Park\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESarawak Sea Stack at\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\"\u003EBako National Park\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E6. Bako National Park\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ETwo hours out of Kuching is the Bako National Park, which is probably the most visited national park in the south. The uniqueness of this place is that it is home to the local bearded pig, proboscis monkeys and many other birds and reptiles. There are two options to visiting here where you can either stay over at the park lodging or make a day trip here.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe main highlight of Bako National Park is the trekking and hiking where there are many trails offered, from basic to advanced. Any trekking activities require park rangers to follow along for a small fee. Some beaches are also found along a few of the treks. Before departing the park, ask your boat man to bring you to the famous Sarawak Sea Stack and rock formations which is just nearby the main entrance to the national park.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EBako National Park attracts all kinds of visitors, namely Eco lovers, trekkers and hikers, animal lovers, bird watchers and even photographers. The park is managed by the Sarawak Forestry Department and is well maintained.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETo go to Bako\u003C\/b\u003E, usually tour operators sell day trips or overnight trips here. Book your Bako tour from any of the tour operators in Kuching city.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-kU9R2Nyyw1c\/WF0MaN1k0EI\/AAAAAAAA3eQ\/8NPDnRJDm2Ao3crNBdYhbuDvibkm4RjQACLcB\/s1600\/siniawan-night-market.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"408\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-kU9R2Nyyw1c\/WF0MaN1k0EI\/AAAAAAAA3eQ\/8NPDnRJDm2Ao3crNBdYhbuDvibkm4RjQACLcB\/s640\/siniawan-night-market.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESiniawan Night Market, photo by James \u0026amp; Sara of http:\/\/.karmacuzzies.wordpress.com\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E7. Siniawan Night Market\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EProbably the hottest attraction for locals in the last couple of years is Siniawan Old Town, two hours from Kuching. The charm of this 100 over year old \u0026nbsp;town lies in that one main street with original 48 wooden shop houses. And at night, the Siniawan night market main street is closed and dining tables line the streets with Chinese lanterns hung above, giving that traditional food street ambiance which is really hard to come by nowadays.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ELaunched in 2010, Siniawan Night Market was popular with the locals and after getting a lot of attention via social media, more tourist started coming here to experience this old charm. The night market is at full swing on weekends only and food is the main attraction here. Please note that only if you are into food and old towns, this would be a great place to visit. Most tours bring you here just before sunset and then to have dinner. A must try is the pitcher plant rice which is very unique and also the traditional local cakes.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETo go to Siniawan\u003C\/b\u003E, you can either self drive here, take a taxi or engage a tour company. The Siniawan Night Market is open from 6.00 pm to 10.00 pm and only on weekends.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-aHN3wDkFALo\/WF0JyVAcKoI\/AAAAAAAA3dw\/3PaCdxF7amke9adSzaTzpRjg2xQU2ecbACLcB\/s1600\/rainforest-world-music-festival-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"RWMF 2017\" border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-aHN3wDkFALo\/WF0JyVAcKoI\/AAAAAAAA3dw\/3PaCdxF7amke9adSzaTzpRjg2xQU2ecbACLcB\/s640\/rainforest-world-music-festival-2017.jpg\" title=\"Rainforest World Music Festival 2017\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ERainforest World Music Festival 2017\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E8. Rainforest World Music Festival 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EOne of the world's most unique music festival to attend is no other than the Rainforest World Music Festival 2017 which takes place from 14-16 July at the Sarawak Cultural Village in Santubong. This three day music festival showcases some of the best traditional and ethnic musicians from around the world and among the highlights are the music workshops that take place in the day.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EKnown also as RWMF, the music festival's home is on the grounds of the Sarawak Cultural Village, which doubles as a living museum where various ethnic groups from Sarawak stay and operate each of their homes in the village. The music festival sees around 20,000 visitors from all over the world attending and is listed as one of the Top 25 Music Festivals in the world to attend by Songlines for six years in a row.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EIf you love music festivals and unique cultures, the Rainforest World Music Festival 2017 is a must attend and you should book your flights, tickers and accommodations as early as possible as they tend to sell out fast. You can choose to stay near the RWMF2017 in Santubong or stay in Kuching city.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETo go to Santubong,\u003C\/b\u003E you can take the shuttle service, taxi, public bus and the journey takes about one hour one way.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-LFOFRB5izHE\/WF0KAHsh2zI\/AAAAAAAA3d4\/rHrIMKuYDSkGk5P59xUbV1d9HD4RYJCYgCLcB\/s1600\/bario-sarawak.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Bario Photography\" border=\"0\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-LFOFRB5izHE\/WF0KAHsh2zI\/AAAAAAAA3d4\/rHrIMKuYDSkGk5P59xUbV1d9HD4RYJCYgCLcB\/s640\/bario-sarawak.jpg\" title=\"Bario Highlands\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EView of the Bario Highlands in Sarawak\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EThe above is personally compiled by David Hogan Jr of \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/malaysiaasia\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EMalaysia Asia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;as I have been traveling around Sarawak for many years, exploring new destinations and many places of interest. The list also highlights places are there easily accessible for all kinds of tourist due to the proper infrastructure and facilities.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThese destinations are also overseen by the Sarawak Tourism Board (STB) and Ministry of Tourism Sarawak therefore, if you need more information, you can visit the \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sarawaktourism.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ESarawak Tourism Board website\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;on where to go in Sarawak for 2017. If you have any comments of feedback, please do leave them in the comment section below and have a fantastic year for 2017.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/8476104110214513081\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=8476104110214513081\u0026isPopup=true","title":"2 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/8476104110214513081"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/8476104110214513081"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/12\/where-to-go-in-sarawak-for-2017.html","title":"Where to go in Sarawak for 2017"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-F6DAOxxEtHg\/WF0I4_0hXoI\/AAAAAAAA3dY\/Quj3sRttp-EClTag8NOjttwXf20XmUXCgCLcB\/s72-c\/places-to-visit-sarawak.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"2"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Sarawak, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"1.5532783 110.35921269999994"},"georss$box":{"$t":"-2.5025362000000007 105.19563869999995 5.6090928 115.52278669999994"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-5222416050548786773"},"published":{"$t":"2016-12-15T12:21:00.000+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2016-12-15T12:21:55.128+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"20th Century Fox Genting"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"20th Century Fox World"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"20th Century Fox World Genting"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Genting"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Genting New Theme Park"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Theme Parks"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Pahang"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Theme Parks"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Theme Parks in Malaysia"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"10 Facts About 20th Century Fox World Genting"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-My544prXG6Y\/WFFf_UTL1aI\/AAAAAAAA3YU\/J6xwa66XRL88jjxhnioG6_sf8dmGHoeWQCLcB\/s1600\/10-facts-20th-century-fox-world-genting-compressor.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"430\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-My544prXG6Y\/WFFf_UTL1aI\/AAAAAAAA3YU\/J6xwa66XRL88jjxhnioG6_sf8dmGHoeWQCLcB\/s640\/10-facts-20th-century-fox-world-genting-compressor.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EHere are \u003Cb\u003E10 Facts About 20th Century Fox World Genting\u003C\/b\u003E for your reading which has been compiled over the months from various news reports and articles. The much talked about 20th Century Fox World Theme Park in Genting Malaysia is set to open its doors to the world somewhere in late 2017 or even in early 2018, where it was initially planned to open in 2016.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ESince the announcement of the new theme park in Genting was made in 2013, much has changed where constructions delays were one of the main causes for shifting the opening date. There has also been much speculations from the media and also analyst from around the world about the official opening for 20th Century Fox World Malaysia, but many are assuming it could be late 2017 or even in the late end of the first quarter of 2018. Anyway, below are some of the facts compiled for your reading pleasure.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-6YTLNpQXK7w\/WFFl53uV5EI\/AAAAAAAA3Y4\/78AI3VhgJxwGAFD0exMzce2yKrFgMpIggCLcB\/s1600\/malaysia-20th-century-fox-world.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-6YTLNpQXK7w\/WFFl53uV5EI\/AAAAAAAA3Y4\/78AI3VhgJxwGAFD0exMzce2yKrFgMpIggCLcB\/s640\/malaysia-20th-century-fox-world.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe official artist impression of the 20th Century Fox World Theme Park in Malaysia (Photo from 20th Century Fox Film)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003E10 Facts About 20th Century Fox World Genting\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E1. First 20th Century Fox Theme Park in the World\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis came as huge industry news as 20th Century Fox was investing in a world class theme park and here in Malaysia, Southeast Asia. News reports all over the world highlighted this on mainstream and online portals creating excitement for the general public. The fact that it was being opened here in Genting, Malaysia, got the locals super excited about this world class theme park.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E2. 20th Century Fox World Theme Park To Cost RM2.5 Billion\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EA whopping RM2.5 Billion to build the worlds first 20th Century Fox World Theme Park has also made news as there have been questions raised on why that much was needed, but sources cite that this was not an extraordinary amount to build a world-class theme park nowadays.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E(Source\u0026nbsp;http:\/\/www.ggrasia.com\/year-end-launch-for-gen-highlands-sky-plaza-brokerage\/)\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E3.\u0026nbsp;20th Century Fox World Malaysia To Open In Phases\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWith the rush to get this new theme park open, sources cite that the 20th Century Fox World Malaysia is likely to open in phases, starting in late 2017 or early 2018. This means, the fully completer park will probably be ready by 2018 or even 2019.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E(Source:\u0026nbsp;https:\/\/www.ggrasia.com\/gen-malaysia-theme-park-phased-launch-analyst\/)\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E4. 2.3 Million Visitors Expected On First Year of Operation\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAn earlier mention where a forecast of 4 Million visitors per annum was cited, but in reality, 2.3 Million has been forcasted for the first 12 months of operation. However, the following year will see an increase to 3 Million visitors and projecting 4 Million visitors to the theme park in 2019.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E5. 20th Century Fox World Malaysia Ticket Price To Be Around RM150.00\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAnalyst have projected the theme park tickets to be around RM 150.00 (US$36) per person. This is also being compared to other theme parks in Malaysia where ticket prices for Sunway Lagoon are priced around RM 96.00 and Legoland Malaysia at RM 83.00. However, this may change when the official news is announced for the 20th Century Fox World Malaysia opening.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E6. 25 Rides At 20th Century Fox World Genting Theme Park\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWith this being the first of its kind in the world, a total of 25 rides will be available at the new theme park in Genting. The 25\u0026nbsp;thrill rides and attractions will also be based on films and franchises like Planet of the Apes, Rio, Alien vs. Predator, Ice Age, Life of Pi, Night at the Museum and Titanic among the ones mentioned during the press conference back then. Rides will be offered in thrill rides, water rides and even dark rides for both children and adults. More top names may be added to the list before the opening.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right; text-align: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-2wHwJaIVaxE\/WFFkep7VDuI\/AAAAAAAA3Yw\/mt4dEtWxW04lUM4dQ3PvvjFUXFyKcg86wCLcB\/s1600\/20th-century-fox-world-layout-map-genting-malaysia.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-2wHwJaIVaxE\/WFFkep7VDuI\/AAAAAAAA3Yw\/mt4dEtWxW04lUM4dQ3PvvjFUXFyKcg86wCLcB\/s320\/20th-century-fox-world-layout-map-genting-malaysia.jpg\" width=\"320\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E20th Century Fox World Layout Plan for Genting\u003Cbr \/\u003EPhoto source: www.ffdrt.com\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E7. 25 Acres Of Land Used For 20th Century Fox Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EA whopping 25 acres of land space will be used for the entire theme park where it takes over the former Genting Outdoor Theme Park. This will also be one of the largest theme parks in Southeast Asia when completed.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E8. Why\u0026nbsp;Twentieth Century Fox Chose To Partner With Genting Malaysia?\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EResorts World (Genting) is one of the largest resort operators in the world and in Genting alone, Resorts World operates over\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;; font-size: 15px;\"\u003E10,000 hotel rooms, 75 restaurants, an indoor mall and golf resort in Genting Highlands. With an average of 20 million people visit Genting yearly, very few places in the world can achieve this kind of tourist numbers.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;; font-size: 15px;\"\u003E(Source:\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444; font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003Ehttp:\/\/www.ejinsight.com\/20160126-fo\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444;\"\u003Ex-\u003C\/span\u003Eunit-mulls-plans-for-mega-theme-park-in-china\/)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444; font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444; font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E9. 20th Century Fox World Malaysia First Of Three Theme Parks In The World\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444; font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003EThere are currently a total of three 20th Century Fox Theme Parks in the world and the Malaysia one will be the first, followed by 20th Century Fox World Dubai, somewhere in 2018 and then\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444; font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;; font-size: 15px;\"\u003E20th Century Fox World\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444; font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;; font-size: 15px;\"\u003EKorea, also in 2018 at Yeongjong Island. The Dubai theme park was announced in November 2015 and the Korea theme park was announced seven months after the first 20th Century Fox World Malaysia was announced.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444; font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;; font-size: 15px;\"\u003E(Korea Source: http:\/\/www.latimes.com\/business\/la-fi-twentieth-century-fox-theme-park-korea-20140716-story.html)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444; font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;; font-size: 15px;\"\u003E(Dubai Source:\u0026nbsp;http:\/\/www.latimes.com\/business\/la-fi-20th-century-fox-dubai-20151103-story.html)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444; font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;; font-size: 15px;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444; font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E10. Dream Parade at 20th Century Fox World Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444; font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;; font-size: 15px;\"\u003EJust like in Disneyland, a special Dream Parade which features characters and titles of movies and cartoons represented at the 20th Century Fox World will be in animatronics form. Though not fully confirmed, there are no images on this but you can easily imagine all the 20th Century Fox characters in this Dream Parade which will take place presumably on the main street of the theme park.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Hh7GecPiFBk\/WFFhgvj3BiI\/AAAAAAAA3Yc\/t8Amwmwu4zMB4QeYUen2KJOEeyRLrbckQCLcB\/s1600\/old-genting-highlands-theme-park.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"466\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Hh7GecPiFBk\/WFFhgvj3BiI\/AAAAAAAA3Yc\/t8Amwmwu4zMB4QeYUen2KJOEeyRLrbckQCLcB\/s640\/old-genting-highlands-theme-park.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe Old Genting Highlands Theme Park. Image from unknown source.\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444;\"\u003EDisclaimer - The above list is compiled by me based on numerous reports and articles that ave come out over the last year (2016) and I am in no position to be an authority\u0026nbsp;on the list provided here as it is purely reading material based on news reports. Some of the information, numbers and facts may change over time. For more accurate and precise information, please visit \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.rwgenting.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EResorts World Genting\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444;\"\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-PjoSV4sMapI\/WFFjJjsf2xI\/AAAAAAAA3Yk\/EkxBCHgpZfkOP9oQCF5ATM3ynLJbUpZBgCLcB\/s1600\/20-century-fox-world-launching.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-PjoSV4sMapI\/WFFjJjsf2xI\/AAAAAAAA3Yk\/EkxBCHgpZfkOP9oQCF5ATM3ynLJbUpZBgCLcB\/s1600\/20-century-fox-world-launching.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E20th Century Fox World Malaysia Launching by the Prime Minister in 2013 (Photo by ww.theeggyolks.com)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444; font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;; font-size: 15px;\"\u003EPreviously in 2013, I had also written an article of the official announcement of the \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2013\/07\/20th-century-fox-theme-park.html\" style=\"font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;; font-size: 15px;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003E20th Century Fox Theme Park\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444; font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;; font-size: 15px;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;in Malaysia where they had a press conference at Resorts World Genting with the relative parties involved in this massive project.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444; font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;; font-size: 15px;\"\u003EIn 2015, I wrote another article on the \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/11\/20th-century-fox-world-genting.html\" style=\"font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;; font-size: 15px;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003E20th Century Fox World Genting\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444; font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;; font-size: 15px;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;to highlight more information on this world class project that is going to re-shape the landscape of Malaysia in terms of tourism.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444; font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;; font-size: 15px;\"\u003EThe article also touches on the many other projects that Genting is undergoing in their Genting Integrated Tourism Plan or GITP which cost a whopping RM10.38 Billion, which was doubled over the years since announcing it.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444; font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;; font-size: 15px;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: open sans;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444;\"\u003EFor anyone planning to visit Malaysia when the 20th Century\u0026nbsp;Fox World Malaysia opens, you may also want to take a look at the many other \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2013\/01\/theme-parks-in-malaysia.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444;\"\u003Et\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Eheme parks in Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444;\"\u003E, also written by me which showcases all the theme parks around the country.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;; font-size: 15px;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;; font-size: 15px;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444;\"\u003EIf you have any additional facts or numbers, please do share them here in the comment form below. Also, if you have any comments, me and other readers would like to hear them. This\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;; font-size: 15px;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444; font-family: \u0026quot;open sans\u0026quot;; font-size: 15px;\"\u003E10 Facts About 20th Century Fox World Genting article has been compiled by David Hogan Jr of Malaysia Asia, who resides in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/5222416050548786773\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=5222416050548786773\u0026isPopup=true","title":"4 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/5222416050548786773"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/5222416050548786773"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/12\/10-facts-about-20th-century-fox-world.html","title":"10 Facts About 20th Century Fox World Genting"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-My544prXG6Y\/WFFf_UTL1aI\/AAAAAAAA3YU\/J6xwa66XRL88jjxhnioG6_sf8dmGHoeWQCLcB\/s72-c\/10-facts-20th-century-fox-world-genting-compressor.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"4"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"3.423978 101.79320110000003"},"georss$box":{"$t":"3.2971719999999998 101.63183960000003 3.550784 101.95456260000003"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-5282369842569696288"},"published":{"$t":"2016-12-12T15:08:00.000+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2016-12-12T15:08:12.589+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Best Places to Visit in Sabah"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Borneo"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Must Visit Places in Sabah"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sabah"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Things to do in Kota Kinabalu"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Visit Malaysia 2016"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Visit Sabah 2017"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Where to go in Sabah for 2017"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Where to go in Sabah for 2017"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-1qYkv6jjcAg\/WEvWmMxmRpI\/AAAAAAAA3W0\/MM0nVMVaHAoTTvIA3l7_VWijsHN1IehMwCLcB\/s1600\/where-to-go-in-sabah.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-1qYkv6jjcAg\/WEvWmMxmRpI\/AAAAAAAA3W0\/MM0nVMVaHAoTTvIA3l7_VWijsHN1IehMwCLcB\/s1600\/where-to-go-in-sabah.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EYou may be asking\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003EWhere to go in Sabah for 2017\u003C\/b\u003E, and fear not as Malaysia Asia will give you a basic guide to this as we have been traveling around North Borneo quite a bit. For the year 2017, there are many interesting places in Sabah for all kinds of travelers out there, which includes Ecotourism, adventure, islands, beaches, mountains, wildlife, birding, food hunting and even shopping. Yes, you guessed it, Sabah is one of the destinations of Malaysia that offer the best of just about anything.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe main entry point into Sabah is Kota Kinabalu, the capital city which is a located by the sea and a mere 10 minutes from both the international airport and also the domestic airport which are side by side. You should also know that Kota Kinabalu or KK as it is commonly called is central, is your gateway to all around Sabah.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor those visiting Sabah for the 1st time, you should read my other article on \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/09\/sabah-for-first-time-visitors.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ESabah for first time visitors\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;while for those returning, this article will shed some light on some interesting places to visit in Sabah based on what you may like. Before I proceed, I will just highlight what KK has to offer below.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-PJP-FF7kswA\/WE5Li85m1GI\/AAAAAAAA3XY\/lF4cc7MHd1sxiQ5g1JSmlHI07kckKgmxwCLcB\/s1600\/where-to-go-in-kk.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-PJP-FF7kswA\/WE5Li85m1GI\/AAAAAAAA3XY\/lF4cc7MHd1sxiQ5g1JSmlHI07kckKgmxwCLcB\/s1600\/where-to-go-in-kk.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EKota Kinabalu's beautiful sunsets from the KK Esplanade\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EKota Kinabalu offers a mixture of lifestyle, shopping, food, relaxation, islands \u0026amp; beaches and loads of culture. While some may spend a day or two in KK, note that you can easily hop on a 15 minute boat ride from Jesselton Pier to visit the beautiful islands of the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park which consist of Manukan, Mamutik and Sapi Islands. Sunbathing, snorkeling, scuba diving, sea walking, trekking and an island to island zip line awaits you here.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor those wanting food, lifestyle and culture, you can simply explore KK city on foot and encounter all of these, especially near the Gaya Street area. Hotels, restaurants, cafes, malls and souvenir shops await the city traveler. A tip is to try the local breakfast and tea time at one of the classic coffee shops here. However, we recommend that you visit other parts of Kota Kinabalu to fully experience what Sabah has to offer.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003EWhere to go in Sabah for 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis is a common question that I always get from travelers from my social media accounts and now, I can recommend some interesting places for where to go in Sabah for 2017. I will also highlight them by the destination and not by the city or town so you can roughly find what you would like to to or where you would like to visit in Sabah. Take note that the places below are not for your commercial tourism as those can be easily done at KK City with abundance of information available. The ones recommended below are catered to visitors wanting something different from the ordinary.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-qTh4HC6_4uQ\/WEPqHVUtS0I\/AAAAAAAA3SY\/yo6hmH6INVwaveXH79JEKdcYUjRCmLKTACLcB\/s1600\/kinabatangan-river-cruise.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-qTh4HC6_4uQ\/WEPqHVUtS0I\/AAAAAAAA3SY\/yo6hmH6INVwaveXH79JEKdcYUjRCmLKTACLcB\/s1600\/kinabatangan-river-cruise.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ERiver Cruise along the Kinabatangan River in Sabah\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EKinabatangan River for a Wildlife Experience\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EKinabatangan is clearly one of the best places in Sabah for wildlife and everything related to it. In short, it is here where visitors will see the most wildlife, birds, reptiles and flora, all in one destination. The popular Kinabatangan River is also known as Sukau where you will find numerous Eco resorts and lodges along the main river where moving around in boats is your main transportation.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAmong the activities, the Kinabatangan River Cruise is listed as the number one thing to do there, where you have the opportunity to spot wildlife, namely the Borneo Pygmy Elephants who move around in herds. Other wildlife include Orang Utans, Gibbons, Proboscis Monkeys, Birds, Snakes and even Crocodiles. Trekking is also available, but with the local nature guides that take you into the dense rainforest.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EFor the nocturnal animals, there is a \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2010\/01\/kinabatangan-river-night-cruise-sabah.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EKinabatangan night river cruise\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;where you will experience spotting crocodiles, wild cats, snakes and birds in a boat that moves really slow along the side of the river and some smaller rivers here. Chances are you will be seeing wildlife, hence this is one of the best places in Sabah to spot wildlife. To book tours here, you can contact \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.northborneosafari.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ENorth Borneo Safari\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;as they are one of the reputable Kinabatangan tour operators for many years. They also provide professional services like wildlife photography tours and video shooting.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-IZzham_5-js\/WEPp-EB8e4I\/AAAAAAAA3SU\/tBCaaYXlGLsTEm4MAyrpLQcgu4apKhDGgCLcB\/s1600\/danum-valley.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-IZzham_5-js\/WEPp-EB8e4I\/AAAAAAAA3SU\/tBCaaYXlGLsTEm4MAyrpLQcgu4apKhDGgCLcB\/s1600\/danum-valley.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EDanum Valley Canopy Walk in Sabah\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EDanum Valley\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ESince the dawn of age, Danum has always been there and till this very day, Danum Valley is still one of the top three pristine rainforest that is under conservation. The absolute beauty about this place is that there is only one Eco resort called Borneo Rainforest Lodge or BRL in short, which is a 5-Star luxury resort and the Danum Valley Field Centre. Recently in 2016, news of another new resort in Danum Valley surfaced where they plan to open in 2017.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EWhy visit Danum Valley? Well, to fully experience what a pristine rainforest is, and to see wildlife and nature in its natural condition, Danum Valley is one of the highly recommended places to do so. The place is so exclusive, you will only find pure nature lovers here as there is nothing else but nature here. No shopping, no bars, no cafes.... nothing.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EMust do at Danum Valley includes waking on the amazing canopy walk, going for the night safari and doing a nature trek with the highly trained local nature guides. To book the tours here, you need to book through Borneo Nature Tours who operate the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.borneonaturetours.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EBorneo Rainforest Lodge\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;or BRL at Danum Valley. Minimum time to spend here is at least three to four days, or a week if you are a nature lover.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-4T2w4OXF9QI\/WEPxXX_bp3I\/AAAAAAAA3TE\/8dEWdjRZcL4rc2kicgDoIbkB2h-JJoEUwCLcB\/s1600\/lankayan-island.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-4T2w4OXF9QI\/WEPxXX_bp3I\/AAAAAAAA3TE\/8dEWdjRZcL4rc2kicgDoIbkB2h-JJoEUwCLcB\/s1600\/lankayan-island.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ELankayan Island Dive Resort in Sabah\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ELankayan Island\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EOne of the isolated islands off Sandakan is no other than Lankayan Island, where there are no immediate neighbours within your eye view. This beautiful tropical island sits two hours off the east coast of Sandakan in the Sulu Sea and houses only one resort, which is the Lankayan Island Dive Resort where all of their 23 villas or chalets are sea facing! This means, you will not be getting those garden view type of units like most resorts have.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EWhile diving is the main activity here, many come here to get away from the other crowded islands as this place is so remote, there are no speed boats whizzing by or loads of people on the beach. Divers will be in for a treat as some of the best diving in Sabah is found here. A lot of macro life like nudibranches and other micro sea critters are easily spotted at the healthy corals here. Sometimes, the occasional whale shark makes a stop here while larger fishes are easily spotted too.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ELankayan Island is also well known for turtle nesting and during the season from July till October. You can see how the turtle eggs are collected to be re-buried in their conservation efforts and if you're lucky, even see some turtles coming up to shore. Perfect for the honeymooner or even diving couple and if you're not a diver but one of those who loves peace and quiet during your vacation, this is one of the recommended islands to visit in Sabah. And if you are spending additional time around here, do read this article on \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2010\/09\/10-things-to-do-in-sandakan-sabah.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Ethings to do in Sandakan\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E. For those interested, you can book through the official \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/lankayan-island.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ELankayan Island Dive Resort website\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-nJPfYWLtqeo\/WEPsv6hkWmI\/AAAAAAAA3S4\/1ZBtBsCEHFYLOGUbHP4V_tMDMYmp1gWJwCLcB\/s1600\/crocker-range.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-nJPfYWLtqeo\/WEPsv6hkWmI\/AAAAAAAA3S4\/1ZBtBsCEHFYLOGUbHP4V_tMDMYmp1gWJwCLcB\/s1600\/crocker-range.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ECrocker Range in the morning, Photo by www.wikiwand.com\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ECrocker Range\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EWhile everyone is talking about Mount Kinabalu and Kundasang, those two places are overrated and over the years, many have forgotten that Crocker Range is another highland or mountain range just two hours out of Kota Kinabalu but heading south. Over here, you can find the Manis Manis Resort which is beautifully perched on a hill at the Crocker Range Park.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThis highland venue also has an average temperature range from 18°C at night and 24°C during the day which is similar to Kinabalu, minus the large crowds. The Manis Manis Resort was once known as Kayu Manis Resort and has been here for many years too. Re-branded recently, they now offer chalets for those seeking privacy and nicer accommodations while they still have dorm styled lodges and a camping ground for the adventurous.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThings to do at Crocker Range include bird watching, trekking and hiking and simply absorbing in the natural beauty of this place. Personally, I would like to give some love to Crocker Range as this place has always been shadowed by Kinabalu and perhaps in 2017, more visitors will visit this beautiful place. You can book your Crocker Range Resort through the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.manismanisresort.com.my\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EManis Manis Resort Website\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-R4DAK5nr87w\/WEPqS0yYvjI\/AAAAAAAA3Sc\/QidsU5htfVo0Y7szWgR8qlwZckH5nyA5ACLcB\/s1600\/tabin-wildlife-resort.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-R4DAK5nr87w\/WEPqS0yYvjI\/AAAAAAAA3Sc\/QidsU5htfVo0Y7szWgR8qlwZckH5nyA5ACLcB\/s1600\/tabin-wildlife-resort.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe River Lodging at Tabin Wildlife Reserve, Sabah\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETabin Wildlife Reserve\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAnother reserve gets some love for 2017, the Tabin Wildlife Reserve is as big as Singapore, if not, Bigger! Bet you did not know that, and this wildlife reserve has an amazing reputation for some of the best bird watching is Sabah. Not forgetting the other wildlife like the Borneo Pygmy Elephants, rare jungle cats, civets, porcupines and the list goes on. Tabin Wildlife Reserve is located in Lahad Datu, a town in the east coast of Sabah and driving from the Lahad Datu airport will take you around 90 minutes.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EWhat is offered here are some really amazing lodging, they have two styles which are the river lodges and also the hill lodges. Both are equally beautiful and offer different views but the experience of staying here is something that is hard for me to put in words. In one word - Awesome! Provided you love nature and the outdoors, Tabin has some of the best nature guides in Sabah which are well knowledgeable and experienced.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe resort is also situated in the heart of the wildlife reserve and there is no other hotel or resort for miles, meaning you are one with nature, minus the huge crowds. Guest here are usually nature lovers from Europe who enjoy trekking, hiking, bird watching or nature watching. There are night safaris which take you into the core area where you will definitely see some wildlife. For bird watchers, this is heaven as you can probably spot at least 40 to 50 species of Bornean birds here. Minimum time to spend is again three to four nights but better for five or six nights to fully experience this place. You can book through the official \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.tabinwildlife.com.my\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ETabin Wildlife Resort website\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-yvEiId3rXHM\/WEPbsZhekqI\/AAAAAAAA3SA\/Y7IlrliGKvUK1nHWATPW0k5n702pN3hsACLcB\/s1600\/maliau-basin.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-yvEiId3rXHM\/WEPbsZhekqI\/AAAAAAAA3SA\/Y7IlrliGKvUK1nHWATPW0k5n702pN3hsACLcB\/s1600\/maliau-basin.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EMaliau Basin Conservation Area Viewpoint in Sabah\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003EMaliau Basin\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EOften called the Lost World of Sabah, Maliau Basin is in the top three conservation's in Sabah that is least visited. Probably, if you are not a nature or Eco lover, you best skip this suggestion. Otherwise, Maliau Basin to me, is one of the prime nature escapes in Malaysia. Some say that only 30% of this conservation has been explored which makes this place even more inviting. However, to visit here, you need to book tours from appointed agents who specialise in Maliau Basin, not just any Tom, Dick or Harry tour company.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-AjdGqJEEHA0\/WEPq_GwCNRI\/AAAAAAAA3So\/gbUzrQ1AXIkYJTC5770EyRGCU3EtSEmywCLcB\/s1600\/maliau.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"263\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-AjdGqJEEHA0\/WEPq_GwCNRI\/AAAAAAAA3So\/gbUzrQ1AXIkYJTC5770EyRGCU3EtSEmywCLcB\/s400\/maliau.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EEntrance to the Maliau Basin Canopy Walk\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EWhat is in Maliau Basin? Well, think of 60,000 hectares of pristine rainforest in a basin. That's how huge Maliau Basin is. In total, the conservation spreads over 588 square kilometres which is also larger than the island of Singapore. Impressive right?\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EWhen I visited in 2015, I was captivated by the sheer size of the place and they only have one lodge that is available for accommodations. A very nice dorm, individual rooms and a semi-luxury villa with three rooms. I stayed at both, the dorm and room with air-condition. The place is operated by Yayasan Sabah and has their own management team, wildlife rangers and facilities. There is a research centre in the vicinity too.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe beauty about Maliau Basin is that the trekking here is out of this world. The main trek is only an hour long but the serious trekking takes days to reach certain parts of the basin. To visit the famous seven tier waterfalls, you need to trek at least three days both ways. However, for short stays, you would trek to Agatis Camp, visit the Maliau Basin Canopy Walk and do the night safaris.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EGood news for environment lovers, in 1997, Maliau Basin Conservation Area was upgraded by the Sabah state government to a Class 1 Protection Forest Reserve. It is also said to be one of the\u0026nbsp;few remaining relatively untouched wilderness areas in the world, therefore I would highly recommend visiting this unique nature wonderland in Sabah. If you love trekking, hiking and camping, this is you mecca. To book, you need to go through \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sabahtourism.com\/destination\/maliau-basin-sabahs-lost-world\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ESabah Tourism Website\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;as they have a list of reputable tour operators for Maliau Basin.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-P7TDdRpOGLI\/WEvW2IUOACI\/AAAAAAAA3W4\/LQXWcQZVuN0OzVv1WlGQAfmLlWs4sGyYQCLcB\/s1600\/where-to-go-sabah.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-P7TDdRpOGLI\/WEvW2IUOACI\/AAAAAAAA3W4\/LQXWcQZVuN0OzVv1WlGQAfmLlWs4sGyYQCLcB\/s1600\/where-to-go-sabah.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESea Bajau Kids at Semporna, Sabah\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EThe above is compiled and highlighted as part of the unique tourism places in Sabah and you will notice that all the places are not your commercial spots like Kinabalu, Desa Farm Kundasang, Tip of Borneo, Mabul Island, Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary and so on \u0026nbsp;as these commercial places have already been promoted by the Sabah Tourism Board and most people know of these places.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAs an travel influencer, photographer and writer, my main mission is to highlight some of these beautiful places, based on interest, genre and infrastructure for the would be traveler here. Meaning, I have personally been to all these places, stayed there and experienced the activities and can vouch for them. More information can also be obtained from the official \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sabahtourism.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ESabah Tourism website\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EIf you have any enquiries or comments about this article on where to go in Sabah for 2017, do leave them in the comment form below and I will get back to you. Alternatively, you can also follow my \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/malaysiaasia\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EMalaysia Asia Instagram\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;account for more info and photos. Have a great year for 2017.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/5282369842569696288\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=5282369842569696288\u0026isPopup=true","title":"2 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/5282369842569696288"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/5282369842569696288"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/12\/where-to-go-in-sabah-for-2017.html","title":"Where to go in Sabah for 2017"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-1qYkv6jjcAg\/WEvWmMxmRpI\/AAAAAAAA3W0\/MM0nVMVaHAoTTvIA3l7_VWijsHN1IehMwCLcB\/s72-c\/where-to-go-in-sabah.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"2"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Sabah, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"5.9788397999999994 116.07531990000007"},"georss$box":{"$t":"1.9375982999999994 110.91174590000007 10.0200813 121.23889390000006"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-4324784117861931022"},"published":{"$t":"2016-12-03T12:33:00.001+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2016-12-08T18:39:47.171+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Borneo"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Theme Parks"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sarawak"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sarawak Theme Parks"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Theme Parks in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Theme Parks in Sarawak"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Theme Parks in Sarawak "},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-u5leu7Zc1oU\/WEGA0r7E9KI\/AAAAAAAA3Rk\/ZCjLQ0Hik5UPuvc3HafraT4fHXPEW81CQCLcB\/s1600\/theme-parks-sarawak.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-u5leu7Zc1oU\/WEGA0r7E9KI\/AAAAAAAA3Rk\/ZCjLQ0Hik5UPuvc3HafraT4fHXPEW81CQCLcB\/s1600\/theme-parks-sarawak.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe long awaited question, what are the \u003Cb\u003Etheme parks in Sarawak?\u003C\/b\u003E which has been asked for years,\u003Cb\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003Eand to date, there are only two which are in operation. One is in Miri while the other is the newly re-launched project called Sarawak Sentosa Theme Park in Kuching. However, you should not get your hopes too high as these are both very small and does not qualify as world class theme parks, but more for the local family getaways.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EI am only being honest here as I would not want to deceive readers or visitors heading to Sarawak to be disappointed, therefore I will do my best to highlight them here. In the list are also some of the upcoming theme parks in Sarawak which are scheduled to open in 2017 and 2018, so do look out for them.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003ETheme Parks in Sarawak\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-YgLkVjLN2To\/WEGEdO5Y0eI\/AAAAAAAA3Rw\/JzhIaIjUIWADbLZDvLPgXPIsdXDScOjXQCLcB\/s1600\/borneo-tropical-rainforest-resort-water-park.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-YgLkVjLN2To\/WEGEdO5Y0eI\/AAAAAAAA3Rw\/JzhIaIjUIWADbLZDvLPgXPIsdXDScOjXQCLcB\/s640\/borneo-tropical-rainforest-resort-water-park.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe water park at Borneo Tropical Rainforest Resort in Miri\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EBorneo Tropical Rainforest Resort Water Park\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMany may not know of this water park, but it has been around for many years now. Located on the way to the Niah National Park is the Borneo Tropical Rainforest Resort and inside the resort, there is a mini water park with a racing slide and twist slides, a play pool and a mid sized swimming pool. The water park in Miri is free for guest staying here while visitors need to buy tickets.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis place is very popular with the locals and tends to get busy on the weekends and school holidays. The beauty about this water park is that it is located in a rainforest. Next time you explore Miri, do check this place out as it is a great place to stay at if you are heading to the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/07\/niah-caves-sarawak.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ENiah Caves\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;or national parks here.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-i9iTBu974O0\/WEFsWBBGG6I\/AAAAAAAA3Qo\/wFwd2-16J88UXad9y5cP-YTj60x_2W56ACLcB\/s1600\/sarawak-sentosa-theme-park.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-i9iTBu974O0\/WEFsWBBGG6I\/AAAAAAAA3Qo\/wFwd2-16J88UXad9y5cP-YTj60x_2W56ACLcB\/s1600\/sarawak-sentosa-theme-park.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESentosa Theme Park in Kuching, Sarawak (Photo from Facebook)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003ESarawak Sentosa Theme Park\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ERecently re-branded and re-launched on the 26th November 2016 is the Sarawak Sentosa Theme Park is located along Jalan Stakan in Kota Sentosa, Batu 7, Kuching. Well, this theme park in Kuching is more of an \"activity park\" as the attractions here are not theme park related. They offer the largest indoor skating rink, indoor archery field, a 12,000 square feet Kuso 5D Museum, 9D VR or Augmented Reality Experience, a few types of Go Karts, bubble football, hover boards, electronic darts and a games area. Originally, this was called the Sentosa World Sports Centre and was opened on 15 Jan 2016, but it was re-branded and re-launched under the brand Sentosa Theme Park.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWell, those are most of the attractions offered and generally, it feels more of an activity park than a theme park, but somehow they got the branding Sentosa Theme Park. To be very honest, it is very confusing, especially for the tourist visiting Kuching as the title 'theme park' is very misleading.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor locals, this would be a great place to have your kids go crazy and the fun does not stop as adults too can also participate. Sentosa Theme Park is also open 11.00 AM to 11.00 PM, daily and has a cafe and sports section. Currently, this is the talk of Kuching as the city has never had a theme park and this is the first of its kind, well sort of.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-XLvl9y1EaXw\/WEFuAoQohBI\/AAAAAAAA3Q4\/ABsICWvbbEMirq5tt5rE4KXsUWxJXABYACLcB\/s1600\/mobile-water-theme-park-sarawak.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-XLvl9y1EaXw\/WEFuAoQohBI\/AAAAAAAA3Q4\/ABsICWvbbEMirq5tt5rE4KXsUWxJXABYACLcB\/s1600\/mobile-water-theme-park-sarawak.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe one month Mobile Water Theme Park at MJC, Batu Kawa in Kuching, Sarawak\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EMobile Water Theme Park at MJC Batu Kawa\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis interesting concept of a water park made an appearance in MJC Batu Kawa where a massive mobile water theme park was set up for a month in September 2016. This brought locals by the bus loads to experience this fun family concept but after opening it, there was no news of follow up on this mobile water park in Sarawak. Plans were to take this concept to other parts of Sarawak namely Sibu and Miri.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-aa_26XX3xME\/WEFxou55v8I\/AAAAAAAA3RQ\/oDEHkg0P7Jch7Cda8saO24UiQJpXtEbNwCLcB\/s1600\/senadin-water-theme-park-miri.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-aa_26XX3xME\/WEFxou55v8I\/AAAAAAAA3RQ\/oDEHkg0P7Jch7Cda8saO24UiQJpXtEbNwCLcB\/s1600\/senadin-water-theme-park-miri.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESenadin Water Theme Park in Miri, the scale model (Photo from www.miricitysharing.com)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ESenadin Water Theme Park in Miri\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe latest theme park in Sarawak which is scheduled to open somewhere in 2017 is no other than the\u0026nbsp;Senadin Uptown Water Theme Park. Rumours had surfaced that the project was abandoned but the developers have stated that this theme park project is still on.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe RM7 million Senadin Water Theme Park will have wave generators, swimming pools, water slides and tubes, and even a water canoe track. There will be a shopping mall, cultural village, hotel, amphitheater and even a planned man-made island in the 36 acre site near Sungai Tujuh, which is very close to Brunei. This massive project is also by the Miri Housing Development Realty Sdn. Bhd. and it was scheduled to be ready by 2016, but judging from the news, it may only be launched in 2018.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-USm1M-QW778\/WEFsinWu_CI\/AAAAAAAA3Qs\/SnVkz109Hds_QCTJOURrey3jWajlqTMpwCLcB\/s1600\/borneo-samariang-resort-city-theme-park.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-USm1M-QW778\/WEFsinWu_CI\/AAAAAAAA3Qs\/SnVkz109Hds_QCTJOURrey3jWajlqTMpwCLcB\/s1600\/borneo-samariang-resort-city-theme-park.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EBorneo Samariang Resort City Theme Park (Photo from ww.sentoria.com)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EBorneo Samariang Resort City Theme Park\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAnother much talked about theme park project is the Borneo Samariang Resort City at Bandar Baru Samariang, which is a new satellite township rapidly taking shape to the north of Kuching. Plans to incorporate a theme park and water park similar to the sister project, Bukit Gambang Resort City will make this one of the top theme parks in Sarawak.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EOnce fully developed and launched in 2018, the project will have a world class theme park, a water park and a safari park, There will also be a resort with 2000 rooms, a team building area and also a river cruise. So visitors will have to wait till 2018 before the Borneo Samariang Resort City opens.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ESarawak Theme Parks That Never Made It\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThere was in fact a one theme park that was planned by never did take off and it was located in Sibu, central Sarawak. The ambitious plan sounded good, but unfortunately never happened. This is highlighted here just to show that there was in fact, plans for theme parks in Sarawak, especially around 2011 and if it did take off, it would have been pretty good.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-VKfzuzDDS7g\/WEFwQPU49sI\/AAAAAAAA3RI\/68e4zU1RNCkPl74UDkEkMZOUHjwtHciaACLcB\/s1600\/hornbill-bay-pulau-kerto-sibu.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-VKfzuzDDS7g\/WEFwQPU49sI\/AAAAAAAA3RI\/68e4zU1RNCkPl74UDkEkMZOUHjwtHciaACLcB\/s1600\/hornbill-bay-pulau-kerto-sibu.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EHornbill Bay at Pulau Kerto in Sibu, artist impression (Photo from Behance.com)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EPulau Kerto Theme Park in Sibu\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAn ambitious plan to build a theme park in Pulau Kerto in Sibu got everyone excited, but the project never did take off. It was also called the Rajang Basin Theme Park. The RM50 million project would have been spread over 50 acres of the island would have seen a an iconic gigantic hornbill sculpture standing at 150 feet high which would have made this into the Guinness Book of World Records as the largest bird statue in the world.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ERides would have included a river boat cruise, flying fox and a sky lift. A gallery was also planned to showcase Sarawakian historical and cultural artifacts and information of the various tribes of Sarawak. The Pulau Kerto Theme Park project would have put Sibu on the travel map, had this project gone through. It was also called Hornbill Bay, according to another report where the entire bay was shaped like a hornbill head.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-HikFAVd4o20\/WEFwQB5OiUI\/AAAAAAAA3RE\/g2ILm4hA46Q0j4TDjtpByUcO89FefX_YgCLcB\/s1600\/pulau-kerto-theme-park-sibu.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-HikFAVd4o20\/WEFwQB5OiUI\/AAAAAAAA3RE\/g2ILm4hA46Q0j4TDjtpByUcO89FefX_YgCLcB\/s1600\/pulau-kerto-theme-park-sibu.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe giant hornbill that was supposed to be at the Pulau Kerto Theme Park in Sibu (Photo from Behance.com)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIf you have gone through this list, you may have noticed that all of them are water theme parks or water related, as someone once told me that building a water park is much more cheaper than building a full scale theme park. Anyway, since Sarawak is located in the tropical climate, it is only right to have water parks as visitors can head there to cool off and have fun.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor the record, the much talked about and soon to open \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/11\/20th-century-fox-world-genting.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003E20th Century Fox World Theme Park in Genting\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;will be opening in 2017 or 2018, which is the first of its kind in the world and is awaited by the whole world. You can also read this article if you want to know more about \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2013\/01\/theme-parks-in-malaysia.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ETheme Parks in Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;as it gives you the complete list.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EOverall, these are the few theme parks planned for Sarawak and also those that are currently open and in operation. While Sarawak is more of a nature, culture and heritage place to visit, there are still those wanting theme parks in Sarawak as for most locals, they have to head to Singapore or Peninsular Malaysia to enjoy it.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/4324784117861931022\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=4324784117861931022\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/4324784117861931022"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/4324784117861931022"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/12\/theme-parks-in-sarawak.html","title":"Theme Parks in Sarawak "}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-u5leu7Zc1oU\/WEGA0r7E9KI\/AAAAAAAA3Rk\/ZCjLQ0Hik5UPuvc3HafraT4fHXPEW81CQCLcB\/s72-c\/theme-parks-sarawak.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-2711238490070374291"},"published":{"$t":"2016-12-01T19:46:00.000+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2016-12-08T18:39:44.434+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Borneo"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Food"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Must Eat Food in Sandakan"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sabah"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sandakan"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sandakan Food"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Southeast Asia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Things to do in Sandakan"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Where to Eat in Sandakan"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Must Eat Food in Sandakan"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-3DaZcDwecAM\/WD_bV3-LYmI\/AAAAAAAA3O8\/QqknmdK8zMwFCCrnpFFoOyIYnqayZPTswCLcB\/s1600\/must-eat-food-in-sandakan.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-3DaZcDwecAM\/WD_bV3-LYmI\/AAAAAAAA3O8\/QqknmdK8zMwFCCrnpFFoOyIYnqayZPTswCLcB\/s1600\/must-eat-food-in-sandakan.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIf you have wondered what are the \u003Cb\u003Emust eat food in Sandakan\u003C\/b\u003E, this list will be an introduction to some of the best Sandakan local food places which can be found around the city area and its outskirts. Over the last ten years of visiting Sandakan on a yearly basis, I have been introduced to many local places, some which have closed while others still serving out the same quality from back then.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAs a travel influencer, writer or blogger, and having been a regular visitor to Sabah since 2005, I hardly write about food simply because I am no authority to claim which is the best food in Sandakan as everyone has a different taste palate and opinion to judge food. But over the years of experience and reading how food bloggers review places, I could not help but write this article. Here, I will open the doors and you be the judge of the food places in Sandakan that I have narrowed down from the last 10 years and based on many peoples opinions, usually the wise old locals rather than some new food blog or food blogger.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWhere is Sandakan? This nature city which is also known as Little Hong Kong, is located in the east coast of Sabah and is the gateway to numerous nature attractions like Sepilok, Labuk Bay and the world famous Kinabatangan River. Again, I am not a food blogger but share this information through years of experience eating at these places, and this list of must eat food in Sandakan is in no particular order below.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003EMust Eat Food in Sandakan\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-l6uj52iz_RI\/WD_qNJMabfI\/AAAAAAAA3Pw\/gJByNfjvNKUCTcRxyPvfYN2tbGx3zk5BgCLcB\/s1600\/ikan-bakar-pasar-sim-sim.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"438\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-l6uj52iz_RI\/WD_qNJMabfI\/AAAAAAAA3Pw\/gJByNfjvNKUCTcRxyPvfYN2tbGx3zk5BgCLcB\/s640\/ikan-bakar-pasar-sim-sim.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EMak Cik herself, poses at her original stall in Pasar Sim Sim, Sandakan\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EIkan Bakar at Pasar Sim Sim at Kampung Buli Sim Sim\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor fish and seafood lovers, Pasar Sim Sim is the most famous place to try the \u003Ci\u003EIkan Bakar\u003C\/i\u003E (Grilled Fish) and many other types of fresh seafood that is barbecued. There are two \u003Ci\u003Eikan bakar\u003C\/i\u003E stalls in this mini 'pasar' which serves the same thing, just that which stall you prefer. Both stalls offer grilled fish and seafood, it is available for lunch and dinner therefore the tip is to go early to get the best selection of squid (\u003Ci\u003Esotong\u003C\/i\u003E), crabs (\u003Ci\u003Eketam\u003C\/i\u003E), prawns (\u003Ci\u003Eudang\u003C\/i\u003E) and local sea fish like Ikan Bolu, Ikan Blais, Ikan Putih, Ikan Kerapu and many others.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMost locals come here to eat and by seven in the evening, a lot of the selection is finished. You can order rice and other dishes to compliment your feast and don't forget to ask for their local '\u003Ci\u003Esambal\u003C\/i\u003E' which is really nice and spicy. Just to add on that Ikan Bakar Mama Resepi is one of the popular stalls here and over the years, she has opened a total of three branches all over Sandakan where the younger generation tends to eat at the Mama Resepi Ikan Bakar at IJM, Mile 6, which is one of the newer branches and at a proper restaurant.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cb\u003EMama Resepi Ikan Bakar Pasar Sim Sim\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EPasar Sim Sim, off Jalan Sim Sim,\u003Cbr \/\u003EKampung Buli Sim Sim, 1\/2 Mile,\u003Cbr \/\u003E90000 Sandakan.\u003Cbr \/\u003ETel: +6\u0026nbsp;016 824 8125 \/ +6\u0026nbsp;019 453 0484\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/--bObgLP0Qg0\/WD_zj87hUgI\/AAAAAAAA3QY\/9i_T3wOlcZ4UVskm74lXa7BvAt6BNxqVgCLcB\/s1600\/borneo-ethnic-cuisine-review.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"434\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/--bObgLP0Qg0\/WD_zj87hUgI\/AAAAAAAA3QY\/9i_T3wOlcZ4UVskm74lXa7BvAt6BNxqVgCLcB\/s640\/borneo-ethnic-cuisine-review.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe unique Kadazan dishes from Borneo Ethnic Cuisine Restaurant in Sandakan\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EKadazan Food at Borneo Ethnic Cuisine Restaurant, Mile 4 Sandakan\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis new Kadazan Restaurant in Sandakan called Borneo Ethnic Cuisine was recently opened ion early October 2016 and at Bandar Indah, Mile 4 Sandakan. The owners have brought the traditional Kadazan cuisine to Sandakan and is the first ethnic restaurant serving this unique food. They are open daily except Tuesdays and open for lunch and dinner and the highlights are the Nasi Linopot Ikan Basung Sets which are simply a must-try for anyone who is curious about Kadazan Food.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/10\/borneo-ethnic-cuisine-restaurant.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EBorneo Ethnic Cuisine Restaurant\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;is open from 10.00 AM to 3.00 PM and then 5.00 PM to 10.00 PM. Pries are very reasonable and for a cultural food experience, this is highly recommended. From Sandakan city, it takes about 15-20 minutes drive to get here and the Kadazan Food Restaurant is located by a famous landmark which is the Kenalanmu Seafood Restaurant at Mile 4. Place is closed on Tuesdays.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBorneo Ethnic Cuisine Restaurant\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EGround Floor, Lot 8, Block 6, Mile 4,\u003Cbr \/\u003EJalan Cecily North, Bandar Indah,\u003Cbr \/\u003E90000 Sandakan.\u003Cbr \/\u003ETel: +6 019 582 0077 (Stephanie) \/ 019 883 3842 (Rosaline)\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-Zob17wsZxUw\/WD_qNKA4nXI\/AAAAAAAA3Ps\/TBWspL1ERN8JO8J5fSK_FT8V5IPmzPzVQCLcB\/s1600\/sandakan-famous-spring-noodle-restaurant.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-Zob17wsZxUw\/WD_qNKA4nXI\/AAAAAAAA3Ps\/TBWspL1ERN8JO8J5fSK_FT8V5IPmzPzVQCLcB\/s640\/sandakan-famous-spring-noodle-restaurant.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\"\u003EThe delicious seafood spring noodles at Restoran 88 Sim Sim in Sandakan\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ESpring Noodles at Restoran 88 Sim Sim, Sandakan\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis local restaurant called Restoran 88 Sim Sim at the end of the jetty of bridge No.8 in Kampung Buli Sim Sim is well known for their spring seafood noodles which come in a dry type of noodles, accompanied with a bowl of amazing fresh seafood soup. If you are a noodle lover, this is one of the must eat food in Sandakan as the noodles are purely handmade and one of a kind. They are really springy and fragrant which can be found no where else.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EDuring lunch and dinner, Restoran 88 Sim Sim Seafood serves some awesome seafood dishes which are quite original and old school style, unlike the new seafood restaurants. There is a lot of character when you dine here too. For the spring noodles, the tip is to come here early in the morning to have the Sandakan spring noodles as it finishes fast, especially on the weekends. They are also well known for their Cheese Prawns dish. Not to be confused, there are two restaurants at the end of the jetty and this one is on the right side.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003ERestoran 88 Sim Sim\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ERight Side, Jambatan No. 8,\u003Cbr \/\u003EKampung Buli Sim Sim,\u003Cbr \/\u003EJalan Sim Sim, Sandakan.\u003Cbr \/\u003ETel:\u0026nbsp;+6 012 816 3633\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-hP3rC24zkxY\/WD_g1aWU_8I\/AAAAAAAA3PM\/KWNqpS3VVOQnyfiPo4RqnYdH5kCXVovUwCLcB\/s1600\/seafood-bak-kut-teh-sandakan.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-hP3rC24zkxY\/WD_g1aWU_8I\/AAAAAAAA3PM\/KWNqpS3VVOQnyfiPo4RqnYdH5kCXVovUwCLcB\/s640\/seafood-bak-kut-teh-sandakan.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESeafood Bak Kut Teh in Sandakan\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ESeafood Bak Kut Teh in Sandakan\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWithout fail, this is one of the most popular food in Sandakan where you can order seafood bak kut teh, a type of pork bone soup but instead of the pork, it is replaced with fresh seafood. From what I have tried here, there are only two restaurants serving this and one of them is the 27 year old Nam Chai Seafood Bak Kut Teh located in Tanah Merah area, along Jalan Leila which is the main coastal road out of Sandakan. It is also a 10 minute drive from the city too.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe beauty about this seafood bak kut teh dish is that the owner claims that they do not use any other herbs like how the common bak kut teh is done and instead using only the general bak kut teh spices. This tends to bring out the flavor of the seafood which makes it quite unique and a must-try when you are in Sandakan. For the meat lovers, fear not as they do have the normal bak kut teh being served too. Place is closed on Mondays and the must-try dish here, ask for the '\u003Ci\u003ELai Mang\u003C\/i\u003E' fish which sells out really fast.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003ENam Chai Seafood Bak Kut Teh Restaurant\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EGround Floor, Blok D, Jalan Leila,\u003Cbr \/\u003EBandar Nam Tung, 90000, Sandakan.\u003Cbr \/\u003ETel: +6 089 612 603\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Z6HUaGVwr2A\/WD_x4KjSFFI\/AAAAAAAA3QI\/utAszO1YYb0nyNk4bpjDONsEHJdwtj3VwCLcB\/s1600\/kueh-teow-deep-fried-pork-sandakan.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Z6HUaGVwr2A\/WD_x4KjSFFI\/AAAAAAAA3QI\/utAszO1YYb0nyNk4bpjDONsEHJdwtj3VwCLcB\/s640\/kueh-teow-deep-fried-pork-sandakan.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EKueh Teow with Deep Fried Pork from the 76 year old stall at the Sandakan Market\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EKueh Teow with Deep Fried Pork at Sandakan Central Market\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWho would know that on top of a wet market lies one of the most oldest and famous local food stalls which serves a unique combination of kueh teow and deep fried pork pieces? This stall has been doing the '\u003Ci\u003EChar Yuk Meen\u003C\/i\u003E' since 1940 and is one of the pioneer noodle stalls where they still home make the kueh teow or flat rice noodles.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETo experience this, one needs to come here for breakfast and the stall open from 5.00 AM till about 11.00 AM and at times, the kueh teow noodles is sold out by 10.00 AM, so I would recommend you come before nine in the morning to savour this original dish.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ETo find this stall, you need to find the main Sandakan Market, look for the stairs where you walk up two floors and look for the stall with their sign board. It's pretty obvious as you will not miss it among the other stalls here.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003EKeuh Teow Deep Fried Pork Stall\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E2nd Floor, Sandakan Wet Market,\u003Cbr \/\u003EJalan Pryer, Pusat Bandar Sandakan,\u003Cbr \/\u003E90000 Sandakan.\u003Cbr \/\u003ETel: -\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-HCHRKg5JN_0\/WD_qNEaVMFI\/AAAAAAAA3P0\/9XqfaA1lKQ0UJRNZNIhmcmSlv69_7Cw1ACLcB\/s1600\/1-malaysia-steamboat-sandakan.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-HCHRKg5JN_0\/WD_qNEaVMFI\/AAAAAAAA3P0\/9XqfaA1lKQ0UJRNZNIhmcmSlv69_7Cw1ACLcB\/s640\/1-malaysia-steamboat-sandakan.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESandakan's most famous steamboat, 1Malaysia Steamboat on Trig Hill\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E1Malaysia Steamboat on Trig Hill, Sandakan\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EIf you love steamboat and seafood, this family run restaurant is hands down the best place to eat in Sandakan. Located on Trig Hill, just 10 minutes drive from Sandakan city, it is best to ask for directions or take a taxi here. The restaurant is called 1Malaysia Steamboat on Trig Hill which has been around since early 2000 and serving mostly locals some of the best, fresh and cheapest seafood steamboat in the east coast of Sabah.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E1Malaysia Steamboat on Trig Hill is a straightforward and simple restaurant. Walk in, order for how many persons, go get your buffet and eat as you please. The price is RM30.00 per person, but when you look at the seafood buffet, you will be very pleased to know you only paid so little. The seafood is delivered daily, meaning they are really fresh. Prawns are medium to large sized, fish are seafood fillets, monster clams (kerang), average sized flower crabs and white clams.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EWait... there's more, there is a selection of fish paste, fish balls, yong tau foo, vegetables, beef, chicken, satay, soft drinks, ice cream, soup, fried chicken wings and the list goes on. Seriously, for RM30, this is a fantastic deal. The tip is to come early, by 6.00PM as they do not refill the buffet. For an additional RM10.00, you can get a grill pan to grill some of the buffet items.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E1Malaysia Steamboat Restaurant Sandakan\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EJalan Bukit Trig, Bukit Bendera,\u003Cbr \/\u003E90000, Sandakan.\u003Cbr \/\u003ETel:\u0026nbsp;+6 013 540 4056 \/\u0026nbsp;017 817 0908\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-ELvd5A3AFis\/WD_y0JHzHDI\/AAAAAAAA3QQ\/-1IrGDPbQko19pDzZJvRMpOeqz9clavIwCLcB\/s1600\/sotong-kangkung-sandakan-sabah.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-ELvd5A3AFis\/WD_y0JHzHDI\/AAAAAAAA3QQ\/-1IrGDPbQko19pDzZJvRMpOeqz9clavIwCLcB\/s640\/sotong-kangkung-sandakan-sabah.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESotong Kangkung at Bandar Kim Fong's Market is one of the famous Sandakan foods\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003ESotong Kangkung at Pasar Kim Fung, Mile 4\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAnother popular place for local hawker food is the Sotong Kangkung or Cuttlefish Salad which is found at the local pasar or wet market in Bandar Kim Fung, Mile 4 Sandakan. There are a number of food stalls here that sell a variety of local food but the Sotong Kangkung stall here is one of the recommended places to eat in Sandakan.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThis stall has been here for over 10 years and the way they prepare the \u003Ci\u003Esotong kangkung\u003C\/i\u003E is unlike others that we have tasted around Malaysia. The lady boss secret lies in some fresh lime that is mixed into the overall dish together with some quality prawn paste, which gives it a very fresh taste. At RM 5.00 a plate, this also results in a very interesting and new flavor compared to the usual dish. While you are here, do try some of the other stalls selling tea time snacks, cakes, chee cheong fun and also the chicken wings.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003ESotong Kangkung at Pasar Kim Fung\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EPasar Kim Fung, off Jalan Pasaraya,\u003Cbr \/\u003EBandar Kim Fung, Mile 4,\u003Cbr \/\u003E90000 Sandakan.\u003Cbr \/\u003ETel: -\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-jrX8a9Mkhko\/WD_i2wYCcLI\/AAAAAAAA3Pc\/ptZHY0YN5m8Ur-0WCI3gT4xxFDRfeoXUQCLcB\/s1600\/sriwijaya-restaurant-sandakan-mile-7.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-jrX8a9Mkhko\/WD_i2wYCcLI\/AAAAAAAA3Pc\/ptZHY0YN5m8Ur-0WCI3gT4xxFDRfeoXUQCLcB\/s640\/sriwijaya-restaurant-sandakan-mile-7.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESeri Wijaya Restaurant at Mile 7, Sandakan which serves some awesome Malay food.\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ESeri Wijaya Restoran at Mile 7, Sandakan\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EFor Malay Food in Sandakan, there are many choices available, but not many of them stand out or have a strong reputation. The reason is mainly because that Sandakan has many types of Muslims like the Bajau, Javanese and Sundanese therefore, you will find more Muslim food related to these Muslims here in Sandakan. I personally talked to the local Sandakan Malays and even they cannot give me a popular Malay restaurant in Sandakan.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ERestoran Seri Wijaya in Mile 7, Sandakan was a bonus find as they serve Javanese mix Malay food here. The owners are local Malay mix with Javanese and had recently opened this restaurant in late 2015 and opens from 7.00 AM till 12.00 Midnight. Their dishes are very interesting, freshly cooked for ala-carte and the overall restaurant is clean and hygiene.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EFood taste, I have to say, totally outstanding and I recommend trying the Ikan Bawal Bakar Set or Grilled Pomfret Fish Set. Another set to to order is the Ayam Kremes Rice Set as the chicken is tender and the crispiness is perfect. Their sets come with \u003Ci\u003Eulam \u003C\/i\u003Eor fresh vegetables, some home cooked spicy sambal and a bowl of soup.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003ERestoran Seri Wijaya\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EOff Jalan Lintas Labuk,\u003Cbr \/\u003EGround Floor Block C,\u003Cbr \/\u003EBandar Megah Jaya,\u003Cbr \/\u003EMile 7, Sandakan 9000,\u003Cbr \/\u003ESandakan.\u003Cbr \/\u003ETel: -\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-gO0Gi-cPxJs\/WD_iFmCtEWI\/AAAAAAAA3PU\/jTCrmbhVxcE-8AzBV2pp2upOCsAv9SXrgCLcB\/s1600\/sandakan-city.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-gO0Gi-cPxJs\/WD_iFmCtEWI\/AAAAAAAA3PU\/jTCrmbhVxcE-8AzBV2pp2upOCsAv9SXrgCLcB\/s640\/sandakan-city.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESandakan City\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EOverall, there are many other restaurants and hawkers which we tried but have not included them in this list. Many will know Sandakan for the great seafood restaurants like Ocean King Seafood which has now moved to Mile 6 and also Kenalanmu Seafood Restaurant in Mile 4, but those places are too commercial and over-rated. Other places like bakeries and stalls are popular, but on a very local level and perhaps we will feature the best bakeries in Sandakan in my future articles.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EFor those traveling to Sandakan, and looking for some good food to try, you should know that the main city area is a morning place and everything tends to close around 5.00 PM. A number of famous restaurants in Sandakan are located in the main city area while the others are out of town area, namely Mile 4, 6 and 7 and some even further out of the city area. It is best to rent a car and move around to explore the must eat food in Sandakan as I have mentioned that they are well spread around.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EFor more on Sabah food, do follow \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/makansabah\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EMakan Sabah on Instagram\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;as their main objective is to promote real Sabahan food. In general, this list of places to eat in Sandakan is compiled based on credibility and real experiences in October 2016, and recommended to anyone traveling here. When travelers or businessmen visit this nature city the east coast of Sabah, one of the main questions is always what are the must eat food in Sandakan and with this, I hope that you will find a good culinary experience here.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/2711238490070374291\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=2711238490070374291\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/2711238490070374291"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/2711238490070374291"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/12\/must-eat-food-in-sandakan.html","title":"Must Eat Food in Sandakan"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-3DaZcDwecAM\/WD_bV3-LYmI\/AAAAAAAA3O8\/QqknmdK8zMwFCCrnpFFoOyIYnqayZPTswCLcB\/s72-c\/must-eat-food-in-sandakan.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"5.8394439999999994 118.11717290000001"},"georss$box":{"$t":"5.3339249999999989 117.47172590000001 6.344963 118.76261990000002"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-2763995847194901911"},"published":{"$t":"2016-11-30T13:37:00.000+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2016-12-08T18:39:41.897+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"KL Travel Pass"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"KLIAExpress"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"KLTravelPass"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Kuala Lumpur"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Moving Around Kuala Lumpur"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Southeast Asia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Travel around Kuala Lumpur"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Best Way To Get Around Kuala Lumpur"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-dapqcNEiyNU\/WD5ffAXlw2I\/AAAAAAAA3OE\/OZp102Bx-rwJ4mGtMEWPnxljWbRIKez5gCLcB\/s1600\/best-way-to-get-around-kuala-lumpur.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-dapqcNEiyNU\/WD5ffAXlw2I\/AAAAAAAA3OE\/OZp102Bx-rwJ4mGtMEWPnxljWbRIKez5gCLcB\/s1600\/best-way-to-get-around-kuala-lumpur.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe \u003Cb\u003Ebest way to get around Kuala Lumpur\u003C\/b\u003E is by taking the multiple train systems as a majority of the popular places in KL are connected by the trains. Kuala Lumpur is not a large city like Bangkok or Jakarta and almost all of the main attractions in KL are mostly found within a ten kilometer radius while some of the attractions or places of interest are located out of Kuala Lumpur. Many have also been asking what is the best way to get around Kuala Lumpur city and currently, the train system in KL is hands down one of the best.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ETourist and locals alike have been using the main train system for years with many new lines being added and connecting other places. Nowadays, even locals use the trains to go to work versus getting caught in the crazy traffic jams during peak and off peak hours and this shows that the public transport in Malaysia has improved tremendously over the last decade.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-9tt6PdAAAZg\/WD5fwChAUaI\/AAAAAAAA3OQ\/WDCFvnq1XMUokRwNGAdSmT_ef99_w5OdwCLcB\/s1600\/kl-travel-pass-ticket-counter.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"484\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-9tt6PdAAAZg\/WD5fwChAUaI\/AAAAAAAA3OQ\/WDCFvnq1XMUokRwNGAdSmT_ef99_w5OdwCLcB\/s640\/kl-travel-pass-ticket-counter.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EWhen you arrive at KLIA, you need to look for the KLIA Express counter to buy the KL TravelPass\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003ETaking a taxi will cost you quite a bit, especially when the traffic comes to a standstill and one never knows when this can happen as usually during peak hours, it generally is neck-to-neck in traffic. However, with the rapid development in Kuala Lumpur, traffic can also get bad during off peak hours and you can never expect it. This also applies to UBER or GRAB as they too will be caught in traffic.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EWhat is the\u0026nbsp;Best Way To Move Around Kuala Lumpur?\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-vIcvpSr3KXI\/WD5fxiTRBDI\/AAAAAAAA3OY\/rMigjInlG5MgVwbtwHsPGrja5rpVAH5CwCLcB\/s1600\/klia-express-train.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"266\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-vIcvpSr3KXI\/WD5fxiTRBDI\/AAAAAAAA3OY\/rMigjInlG5MgVwbtwHsPGrja5rpVAH5CwCLcB\/s400\/klia-express-train.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe KLIA Express train that takes 28 minutes to the city\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EFor the tourist that is visiting Kuala Lumpur, you should take note that the best way to get around Kuala Lumpur is in fact riding the Light Rail Transport or LRT Train.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EYour journey would most likely start when you arrive at the Kuala Lumpur Airport and you can take the KLIA Express direct into KL city and then connect to the LRT train or even Rapid KL Buses to get to your next destination. The KLIA Express is a fast train service that takes only 28 minutes to KL city.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-5GnOxLU7SmE\/WD5fxUcTRLI\/AAAAAAAA3OU\/kl4vOK4I7nAW8KNA7r2KNY4k9B2cDs7iQCLcB\/s1600\/kl-travel-pass.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"198\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-5GnOxLU7SmE\/WD5fxUcTRLI\/AAAAAAAA3OU\/kl4vOK4I7nAW8KNA7r2KNY4k9B2cDs7iQCLcB\/s200\/kl-travel-pass.jpg\" width=\"200\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003EIn most cases, travelers would be heading towards the city center from the airports, therefore you will take the KLIA Express to KL Sentral and then take the LRT or Monorail to Bukit Bintang, KLCC or even Petaling Street where most hotels are located. And to do this, you would need the \u003Cb\u003EKL Travel Pass\u003C\/b\u003E which is an all transport ticket in one card and saving you time and hassle, especially if you have to change your currency and convert them.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EKL Sentral is the main transportation hub where you can connect to most areas in the city and also catch your trains to the airport or other cities and town in Malaysia. For express buses, there is another terminal which is not located here but at the Duta Bus Terminal.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EWhat is the KL Travel Pass?\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe KL Travel Pass is a public transportation card that can be used on most public transportation in Kuala Lumpur that accepts the Touch n Go card system.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis convenient card is also incorporated with the Touch n Go system and also the KLIA Express ticket.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis means, with one card, you can ride the KLIA Express train from the airport into the city for 28 minutes, versus taking a bus or taxi that will take you easily around 60-70 minutes.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis is the easiest way to get into Kuala Lumpur city from the airport.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EWhere to buy KL Travel Pass?\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ETo buy a KL Travel Pass card, there are currently three main places where you can get them. The first being at the KLIA Express ticket counters at the \u003Cb\u003EKuala Lumpur International Airport\u003C\/b\u003E or KLIA level 1, when you arrive just before you get your baggage.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: left; text-align: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-THH23wYNLOQ\/WD5fv6L5RiI\/AAAAAAAA3OI\/vvBka3YXvvsyV0lGY--OGXxpie0seJfRgCLcB\/s1600\/kl-travel-card.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"271\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-THH23wYNLOQ\/WD5fv6L5RiI\/AAAAAAAA3OI\/vvBka3YXvvsyV0lGY--OGXxpie0seJfRgCLcB\/s400\/kl-travel-card.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EKL TravelPass Card\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EThe second place would be at the KLIA Express ticket counter at \u003Cb\u003EGateway Mall in KLIA 2\u003C\/b\u003E, where the budget airlines are located at.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAnd the third location is at \u003Cb\u003EKL Sentral\u003C\/b\u003E, where the main KLIA Express terminal is located, just visit the ticket counter to buy your KL Travel Pass from them.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ETo buy the KL Travel Pass, visit the \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kliaekspres.com\/deals\/kl-travelpass\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EKLIA Express website\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for additional information on purchasing the card and places where you can re-load your travel pass.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right; text-align: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-FePBejUdfwk\/WD5fwA91W0I\/AAAAAAAA3OM\/Sg222FEWZso1mMLfLQvstjOQ6-HR9HTHACLcB\/s1600\/kl-travel-pass-card.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"273\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-FePBejUdfwk\/WD5fwA91W0I\/AAAAAAAA3OM\/Sg222FEWZso1mMLfLQvstjOQ6-HR9HTHACLcB\/s400\/kl-travel-pass-card.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EKL Travel Pass\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ETwo options for the KL Travel Pass;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EKL TravelPass 1 - Single Trip for KLIA Express and RM10.00 stored Touch N Go value.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EKL TravelPass 2 - Return Trip for KLIA Express and RM10.00 stored Touch N Go value.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003EThe Touch N Go value of RM10.00 will let you travel about 3-4 times, depending on where your destinations around the Klang Valley.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe further it is, the more expensive the ticket price. Average ticket price per person for one way is around RM2.50 for most buses or trains.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EReloading KL Travel Pass Touch N Go Card\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EYou can reload your card at over 9000 locations around Malaysia and the best places to do this is at the malls. Some retail outlets like Watson's and Guardian offer reloads, while convenient shops like 7-11, MyNews.com and KK Mart also offer reload services. Other easy places to do this is at popular petrol stations like Petronas Petrol Station or Shell Petrol Stations around the city or towns. Here is a list of \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.touchngo.com.my\/CMS\/Personal\/TNG-Reload\/No-Reload-Fee\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ETouch N Go reload places in Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-nzOSdF_IbZE\/WD5gfjV5WuI\/AAAAAAAA3Oc\/B-aP-sGNHJMmIBX3YsnY0c7xAuikpdtYwCLcB\/s1600\/best-way-to-move-around-kl.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-nzOSdF_IbZE\/WD5gfjV5WuI\/AAAAAAAA3Oc\/B-aP-sGNHJMmIBX3YsnY0c7xAuikpdtYwCLcB\/s1600\/best-way-to-move-around-kl.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ELRT Train at one of the stations in Kuala Lumpur. Image from VisitKL.gov.my\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EI would recommend that you reload around RM20 per person if you are planning to stay and move around Kuala Lumpur for one to two days as you can get to most places or tourism attractions here. Not to worry as for refunds, you can visit the Touch N Go hub at the Nu Sentral Shopping Mall at level two. The refund office opens daily from 10.00 AM till 10.00 PM, even on public holidays.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ENow you know the best way to get around Kuala Lumpur is by using the Kuala Lumpur Travel Pass Card and this would be hassle free, especially if you are a first time visitor to Kuala Lumpur. As long as you see any where that has the Touch N Go sign, you are able to use this card. If you are arriving at the international airports, just look for the KLIA Express counter to buy your KL Travel Pass card.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/2763995847194901911\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=2763995847194901911\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/2763995847194901911"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/2763995847194901911"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/11\/best-way-to-get-around-kuala-lumpur.html","title":"Best Way To Get Around Kuala Lumpur"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-dapqcNEiyNU\/WD5ffAXlw2I\/AAAAAAAA3OE\/OZp102Bx-rwJ4mGtMEWPnxljWbRIKez5gCLcB\/s72-c\/best-way-to-get-around-kuala-lumpur.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"3.139003 101.68685499999992"},"georss$box":{"$t":"2.885326 101.36413149999993 3.3926800000000004 102.00957849999992"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-1157649547103109838"},"published":{"$t":"2016-11-20T11:30:00.000+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-03-15T23:43:21.957+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Kuala Lumpur"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Matta Fair"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Matta Fair 2017"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"MATTA Fair Deals"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"MATTA Fair Packages"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"MATTA Fair Promotions"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Southeast Asia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Tour Packages"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Travel Packages"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Matta Fair Deals 2017 "},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-n8u8iABosf0\/WDBINKWCHoI\/AAAAAAAA3G4\/ShZwsu87qqgV_nRQK3LyAS4vBpd8tYBlgCLcB\/s1600\/matta-fair-deals-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-n8u8iABosf0\/WDBINKWCHoI\/AAAAAAAA3G4\/ShZwsu87qqgV_nRQK3LyAS4vBpd8tYBlgCLcB\/s1600\/matta-fair-deals-2017.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003EFor the many visitors who will attend Malaysia's largest travel fair, most would be looking for the best \u003Cb\u003EMatta Fair deals for 2017\u003C\/b\u003E where travel agents will offer all kinds of travel packages and promotions. They \u0026nbsp;are usually offered for domestic, international and even special interest packages that range from Muslim, groups and even cruise packages.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThese Matta Fair Deals for 2017 are usually found from all the agents where each tour company will be offering various promotions therefore it is recommended that you have a destination in mind and then head there to check out what is being offered. At many times, consumer who visit Malaysia's largest travel fair will simple have a change of mind when they are there. All because other packages are more worth it compared to the one that you are looking for.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor example, if you are planning to look for a Bandung Package at Matta Fair, you may encounter many tour companies selling Bali packages which is much more worth it, compared to the Bandung one and in the end, some consumers will even buy both packages for the sake of the promotion. And if you are looking for \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/03\/taman-negara-tour-packages.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ETaman Negara Tour Packages\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, you need to filter through many agents selling these.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EUsually, the Matta Fair Deals are offered for popular destinations locally and internationally, where the popular places would be Bali, Bangkok, Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, Korea and Japan for international. And for local destinations, popular places like Legoland, Penang, Langkawi, Sabah and Sarawak are the favorable choices. For the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/10\/matta-fair-2017.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EMatta Fair 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, the Malaysian Ringgit is fared very low compared to the US Dollar therefore, many will be choosing travel destinations around the region versus far places.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-EPLppXzEfnI\/WDBKgFZ7neI\/AAAAAAAA3HU\/xY5xD9fwHAo6R505_Rf_sRI6ai1euWY6wCLcB\/s1600\/matta-fair-airline-deals-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-EPLppXzEfnI\/WDBKgFZ7neI\/AAAAAAAA3HU\/xY5xD9fwHAo6R505_Rf_sRI6ai1euWY6wCLcB\/s640\/matta-fair-airline-deals-2017.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EVarious airline tickets on promotion at Matta Fair\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EMatta Fair Airline Deals 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAirlines always take advantage of the Matta Fair by offering special promotions and deals which are valid when bought during the travel fair. Players like Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, Malindo and Firefly will have their special flight ticket promotions running throughout the fair. Most of the times, it is done from their booths at the fair and sometimes they run it on their website.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EEven international airlines like Etihad, Emirates, Qatar and British Airways will be active by offering cheap flight tickets to international destinations but this will be done through the travel agents who sell flight tickets and also travel packages. So, during each fair, you should take note of which airline is offering the best deal for all airline tickets.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-CjuRVlvUo2I\/WDBKgLCbbmI\/AAAAAAAA3HQ\/kWd_JY8KAVYqW5LmM8FbhYgnT863FOK5QCLcB\/s1600\/matta-fair-2017-domestic-deals.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"404\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-CjuRVlvUo2I\/WDBKgLCbbmI\/AAAAAAAA3HQ\/kWd_JY8KAVYqW5LmM8FbhYgnT863FOK5QCLcB\/s640\/matta-fair-2017-domestic-deals.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EVisitors at the Domestic Section in Matta fair\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EMatta Fair Domestic Deals 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EDomestic destinations will be one of the most popular sellers during the Matta Fair 2017, simply because a majority of the consumers will be traveling locally, especially during the long school holidays or long weekends here in Malaysia. This can be found at Hall 3 where all the local and domestic travel packages are being sold.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMost of the time, the Matta Fair domestic deals will not include transportation and will be ground only, this means you buy the package and find your own way there. However, flights can be included in your package for convenient, but then the price of the package goes up. So, destinations like Langkawi, Sarawak and Sabah would sometimes include flights, but many locals prefer to book their own flight tickets based on the special promotions offered by the airlines.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-XLbOWIG54sA\/WDBKfTddBxI\/AAAAAAAA3HE\/6Ivv87E2bSctnMLBD5BFhmDzaUDLOxszwCLcB\/s1600\/matta-2017-packages.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-XLbOWIG54sA\/WDBKfTddBxI\/AAAAAAAA3HE\/6Ivv87E2bSctnMLBD5BFhmDzaUDLOxszwCLcB\/s640\/matta-2017-packages.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EAt the International Hall of the Matta Fair\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EMatta Fair Cruise Deals 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWith Star Cruise being the leader for cruise packages, there will be a lot of offers on this as many are now looking for cruise packages that take them to multiple countries on one trip. However, there are also other cruise companies at the Matta Fair which are also offering promotions, and they include international cruise packages that range from seven to thirty days. Companies like Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise and Costa Cruise are the international players who offer these luxury packages and are found in the international hall.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-o7YdzPoXEhY\/WDBKgdoZgxI\/AAAAAAAA3HY\/_ByvNgvzj44ifQdblfK6JoFQVthnwDuBQCLcB\/s1600\/matta-fair-muslim-package-deals-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"278\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-o7YdzPoXEhY\/WDBKgdoZgxI\/AAAAAAAA3HY\/_ByvNgvzj44ifQdblfK6JoFQVthnwDuBQCLcB\/s400\/matta-fair-muslim-package-deals-2017.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EMuslim Travel Packages to Japan\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EMatta Fair Muslim Deals 2017\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe Muslim travel deals are one of the hottest packages being sold at the Matta Fair where many Malaysians are traveling to new destinations based on these specialized Muslim packages. Among the most popular are the Muslim travel packages to Japan as the country has been working very hard to comply with the Halal certifications for selected restaurants and also opening prayer rooms in various places.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EOther places include China, Europe, Australia, Indochina, Americas and even Africa. However, there are reputable travel agents that offer these special packages and it is recommended that you speak to them directly to find out more about the facilities, food and so on. At the Matta Fair 2017, you will surely see many travel agents selling Muslim Travel Deals.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EMatta Fair Honeymoon Deals 2017\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EA more selective travel deal to look for, there are travel agents that specialize in providing honeymoon packages at Matta Fair. However, you need to sit down with them and discuss what is included in these packages. Usually, Bali and Maldives are one of the top destinations for honeymooners but lately, AirAsia X has opened up a new route to Mauritius and this is one of the new honeymoon destinations to look out for.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAnother popular honeymoon or anniversary package is \u0026nbsp;buying one of the romantic cruise packages. Unless you are the type that wants something very special, like buying a honeymoon package to Bahamas, you need to discuss this with the outbound travel agents as they can do a tailor made tour package for you.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-rVMtYk5jySk\/WDBKfmS3BHI\/AAAAAAAA3HM\/IqZl_aep9c8NcEmxOH89oq0bj1VsPDTWACLcB\/s1600\/felda-travel-pakej-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"404\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-rVMtYk5jySk\/WDBKfmS3BHI\/AAAAAAAA3HM\/IqZl_aep9c8NcEmxOH89oq0bj1VsPDTWACLcB\/s640\/felda-travel-pakej-2017.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EDomestic travel deals are one of the popular deal consumers look for\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EMatta Fair Family Deals 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ENo doubt, this is something many families look for as family travel has increased in the last 10 years and now even more with many airlines offering good discounts. Most families will book packages to Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, China and even Bali but those wanting to spend a bit more will choose destinations like Australia, New Zealand and even Indochina.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EIndonesia has been very aggressive on promotions in 2015 and 2016 therefore there will be much interest for the consumers who want to visit new places in Indonesia. Some of them include the Komodo Islands, \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/09\/makassar-indonesias-undiscovered-gem.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EMakassar\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, Gili Islands, \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-219wOW_CozM\/WDBKhB6QaBI\/AAAAAAAA3Hg\/rPXR-Id1exs8usDuiKaSitqBJFK9S6A3QCLcB\/s1600\/travel-deals-matta-fair-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-219wOW_CozM\/WDBKhB6QaBI\/AAAAAAAA3Hg\/rPXR-Id1exs8usDuiKaSitqBJFK9S6A3QCLcB\/s640\/travel-deals-matta-fair-2017.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EVisitors asking about package deals at the Matta Fair\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EMatta Fair Theme Park Deals 2017\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAnother very popular package sold are the theme park deals at Matta Fair where places like Hong Kong, Singapore and Indonesia are well received. However, since China opened their latest Shanghai Disneyland, many will be targeting to plan a visit there. Other further theme park destinations include Korea and Japan or even Australia.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EA huge disappointment is the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/11\/20th-century-fox-world-genting.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003E20th Century Fox World Genting Theme Park\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, where it was supposed to have opened in mid to late 2016 but this massive theme park project got postponed to somewhere late 2017 therefore Resorts World Genting will not be promoting this but their other theme parks like Universal Studios Singapore. Malaysian theme parks to also look out for include the new MAPS Perak or \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/06\/movie-animation-park-studios.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EMovie Animation Park Studios in Ipoh\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, Perak which is scheduled to open in early 2017.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ClN7_Zom5T0\/WDBKfh03TNI\/AAAAAAAA3HI\/AgnAML8o2U8ftuFdyyj5XnRHMSEOZKzGwCLcB\/s1600\/matta-fair-2017-deals.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"204\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ClN7_Zom5T0\/WDBKfh03TNI\/AAAAAAAA3HI\/AgnAML8o2U8ftuFdyyj5XnRHMSEOZKzGwCLcB\/s320\/matta-fair-2017-deals.jpg\" width=\"320\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EVisitors getting information\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EMatta Fair Shopping Deals 2017\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EA more targeted kind of travel is the shopping travel packages, where consumers book shopping trips to other countries, namely Bangkok, China or Indonesia. These are the common destinations for those wanting to buy for themselves or buy for their business. A number of online businesses or small retail vendors are looking to destinations like China for shopping travel packages.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EIndonesia is also high on the list as many Malaysians are heading to Bandung or even places for \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/09\/jalan-malioboro-street-shopping-in.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Eshopping in Jogjakarta\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;as there are many interesting and new products being offered at these places. But the main market is no other than China, namely Gongzhou and Yiwu where there are special shopping travel packages being offered by smaller agents which include translators and so on. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-euw19jFwszE\/WDBKg_fYt8I\/AAAAAAAA3Hc\/BDFg3JuzgrINyWArWgE11tnyVPwKCsEOQCLcB\/s1600\/matta-fair-travel-deals-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-euw19jFwszE\/WDBKg_fYt8I\/AAAAAAAA3Hc\/BDFg3JuzgrINyWArWgE11tnyVPwKCsEOQCLcB\/s640\/matta-fair-travel-deals-2017.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EVisitors at the Matta Fair\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EAmong all the deals that will be offered at the Matta Fair 2017, you need to carefully decide on which package suites you or your family. Do not buy based on because it is cheap, because sometimes, cheap does not mean good. So, always check before buying. Over the years, I have done many articles on the Matta Fair and also on the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/03\/matta-fair-promotion-packages.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EMatta Fair Promotion Packages\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;as it provides consumer information for those who are unsure about this.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor the best Matta Fair Deals 2017, you need to attend the travel fair to check the offers out and if all works out well, you will be getting a fantastic bargain for your next vacation or trip. Who knows, you may even walk away with two or three packages.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/1157649547103109838\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=1157649547103109838\u0026isPopup=true","title":"3 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/1157649547103109838"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/1157649547103109838"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/11\/matta-fair-deals-2017.html","title":"Matta Fair Deals 2017 "}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-n8u8iABosf0\/WDBINKWCHoI\/AAAAAAAA3G4\/ShZwsu87qqgV_nRQK3LyAS4vBpd8tYBlgCLcB\/s72-c\/matta-fair-deals-2017.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"3"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"PWTC, Chow Kit, 50350 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"3.16654 101.69362999999998"},"georss$box":{"$t":"-27.697063999999997 60.385035999999985 34.030144 143.00222399999998"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-7006907241142692924"},"published":{"$t":"2016-11-18T16:03:00.000+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2017-04-20T13:18:57.079+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Best Factory Outlets in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Factory Outlets in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Factory Outlets"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia Shopping"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Shopping in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Southeast Asia"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Factory Outlets in Malaysia "},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-M4_D5jJk2oQ\/WCw6AD65wnI\/AAAAAAAA3FE\/gxRGnHGW1VgcPLBUE0GWQ27Ij8BHscNIACLcB\/s1600\/factory-outlet-malaysia.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-M4_D5jJk2oQ\/WCw6AD65wnI\/AAAAAAAA3FE\/gxRGnHGW1VgcPLBUE0GWQ27Ij8BHscNIACLcB\/s1600\/factory-outlet-malaysia.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EOver the years, numerous\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003EFactory Outlets in Malaysia\u003C\/b\u003E have opened and soon, there will be another major one opening in 2017. Malaysians have always traveled overseas to shop and in the last five years or so, international brands have made their way into Malaysia offering choices of cheap factory outlet shopping here.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThese factory outlets in Malaysia are located in different states and some of them require some traveling to get to them. However, with the Malaysian economy going strong for certain sectors, this has invited others to consider opening in Malaysia as the country is trying to brand itself as a shopping hub.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EI would also like to remind you not be confused with some local Malaysian brands as the companies have named themselves as factory outlet like Factory Outlet Store (FOS) which is on a very small scale and more to retail as you can find them in just about any of the shopping malls in Malaysia. In the consumers mind, a factory outlet is a specialized place where reputable well known brands can retail their past seasons collection at a special discounted price.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003EFactory Outlets in Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-jgFjV_TsQQo\/WCw7rH4Y03I\/AAAAAAAA3FQ\/iOUyYHBlGKcbO_2xsjiohR30hJJGlmSngCLcB\/s1600\/Johor-Premium-Outlets.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-jgFjV_TsQQo\/WCw7rH4Y03I\/AAAAAAAA3FQ\/iOUyYHBlGKcbO_2xsjiohR30hJJGlmSngCLcB\/s640\/Johor-Premium-Outlets.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EJohor Premium Outlets, the first Premium Outlet in Malaysia (Image from Gaya Travel)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EJohor Premium Outlets (JPO)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe first proper factory outlet to enter Malaysia is the Johor Premium Outlets or JPO as most locals call it. Their strategy was to open in the state of Johor which neighbors Singapore and in the up and coming development of the Iskandar Region. The \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2011\/12\/johor-premium-outlets-jpo.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EJohor Premium Outlets\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;opened in December 2011 and has catered to most Malaysians and Southeast Asians.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn terms of volume, JPO sees an average of 4 million visitors yearly which include locals and tourist and brands you can find here range from most international and local names. The beauty about JPO is that it is located in Iskandar nearby Legoland Malaysia and some other smaller theme parks and attractions. As the first factory outlet in Malaysia, and under Simon Genting group, they have made a name for themselves catering to many tourist visiting Malaysia.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWebsite: http:\/\/premiumoutlets.com.my\/\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-NqPkQ0e2zpg\/WCw8L4X-8jI\/AAAAAAAA3FU\/AlCcMrMcMVsEJUSer6PQ9q0wChHwljIzwCLcB\/s1600\/mitsui-outlet-park-klia.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"426\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-NqPkQ0e2zpg\/WCw8L4X-8jI\/AAAAAAAA3FU\/AlCcMrMcMVsEJUSer6PQ9q0wChHwljIzwCLcB\/s640\/mitsui-outlet-park-klia.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EOne of the outlet stores at Mitsui Outlet Park KLIA\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EMitsui Outlet Park KLIA Sepang\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe second largest factory outlet to open in Malaysia is the over-anticipated Mitsui Outlet Park KLIA (MOP) which opened in May 2015. This was the talk of town back then as many consumers in the Klang Valley were excited as it would only take one hour to drive to this new Japanese named factory outlet on the way to the Kuala Lumpur International Airport or KLIA. The MOP also serves as a shopping stop for travelers who are transiting at KLIA or KLIA2 and also for those travelers leaving Malaysia, have one last shopping stop before they reach the airport.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMitsui Outlet Park KLIA offers shoppers a total of 128 shopping outlets occupying a massive area of 25,000 square meters, while the location of this outlet is perfect as it is strategically located just 6 km from the Kuala Lumpur International Airport and the new KLIA2. On of the highlights here is Japan Avenue, which is a place that exhibits and promotes authentic Japanese products, technology, cuisine, service and entertainment. All items are imported directly from Japan and is branded as a space to experience Japanese culture.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EBy 2021, Mitsui Outlet Park KLIA Sepang will be the largest outlet mall in Southeast Asia where a total of 190 shops will be available after the expansion, which is supposedly completed by 2018.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWebsite: https:\/\/www.mitsuioutletparkklia.com.my\/\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-Hs-QoMRJMIg\/WCw81kuNHPI\/AAAAAAAA3FY\/jlt0bKyI0nQQqPVtLTyKoAYX8pVbzGjeACLcB\/s1600\/freeport-afamosa-outlet-village.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-Hs-QoMRJMIg\/WCw81kuNHPI\/AAAAAAAA3FY\/jlt0bKyI0nQQqPVtLTyKoAYX8pVbzGjeACLcB\/s640\/freeport-afamosa-outlet-village.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EFreeport A'Famosa Outlet Village in Melaka (Image Source:\u0026nbsp;Azyyati Liah)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EFreeport A'Famosa Outlet Melaka\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis is the latest factory outlet to open in Malaysia where this London based company has joined venture with the A'Famosa group to bring this factory outlet to Melaka. Opened in November 2015, Freeport AFamosa Outlet plans to hit a target of 2.5 million visitors by the first year. This is also the first phase of the factory outlet where the architecture of the outlet is themed on Malacca’s Dutch heritage. Walking around here, you will see a series of open-air plazas and features a windmill, fountains, gardens and a beautiful carousel.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis factory outlet in Melaka also takes up around 180,000 square feet and houses around 70 tenants which include known brands like Clarks, Nike, Esprit, Puma, Geox, G2000, Cotton On, Carlo Rino, Forever 21, Samsonite, Saccor, Folli Follie, Camel and many more including kids stores, food and perfumes.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EPhase 2 of Freeport AFamosa Outlet is scheduled to open in 2018 where another 40 retail stores being added, bringing the total to 110 outlets here. This place is also located about two hours drive from Kuala Lumpur in the A'Famosa Resort on route to Melaka, Johor and Singapore.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWebsite: http:\/\/www.freeportafamosa.com\/\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-hsDvpi0Yn2g\/WCw_hPtLl5I\/AAAAAAAA3Fo\/81CwiztacHIzA96-OpsZNUjcMrwENjBBgCLcB\/s1600\/design-village-penang.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"420\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-hsDvpi0Yn2g\/WCw_hPtLl5I\/AAAAAAAA3Fo\/81CwiztacHIzA96-OpsZNUjcMrwENjBBgCLcB\/s640\/design-village-penang.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EDesign Village in Penang, the first factory outlet in Penang. (Image Source: Design Village Facebook Page)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EDesign Village Penang\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cu\u003EUpdate 23rd Nov\u003C\/u\u003E - Design Village Penang is opening at 6.00pm 23rd November. Design Village is the latest factory outlet mall in Penang is supposed to open in November 2016 but there could be a slight delay in the opening. News states that the new Penang Factory Outlet is scheduled to open by end November 2016. Design Village also brands itself as the biggest outlet mall in Malaysia which is located only 5 minutes from the Penang Second Bridge near Batu Kawan. This outlet mall is also the first of its kind in the northern region of Malaysia, catering to locals and tourist.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-tgYojhmaczg\/WC6lgZkCQiI\/AAAAAAAA3GA\/qv7kR7olhDUnhk4WeMSv5-h-SgARh8unACLcB\/s1600\/penang-factory-outlet.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"242\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-tgYojhmaczg\/WC6lgZkCQiI\/AAAAAAAA3GA\/qv7kR7olhDUnhk4WeMSv5-h-SgARh8unACLcB\/s400\/penang-factory-outlet.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EArtist Impression of Penang's Design Village.\u003Cbr \/\u003E(Image source: Design Village Facebook Page)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EDesign Village will feature luxury fashion labels, premium and high street brands, kids, sports and outdoor selections, F\u0026amp;B outlets, cafés and speciality lifestyle stores. In total, there are 150 stores planned in an area of 400,000 square feet.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe landscape will be themed as a tropical garden setting to suite the Malaysian climate and the single-storey semi-open air mall will feature cool weather-sheltered walkways for visitors.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EMalaysia's biggest Adidas outlet will open here while the first outlet stores for Aldo and Bata will also be one of the tenants. Other branded retailers include Banana Republic, Guess, Padini Concept Store, Sacoor Brothers, Samsonite and Starbucks. For travelers, there is the Travel For All Outlet store and for leather lovers, the first Leather Made Outlet store will also be opened here. Design Village Outlet Mall will provide daily shuttle services to and from hotels and the airport.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EDesign Village Outlet Mall is also developed by PE Land, which also owns and runs The Spring Shopping Mall in Kuching, Sarawak and operates under a mixed-use site that will include a hotel and also high-end condominiums.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWebsite: http:\/\/designvillage.today\/\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-riph7DV2cIs\/WC6mD6t6ujI\/AAAAAAAA3GE\/pQghLMn6M3kGyVE5TjQhRsl7sMDKtfwQACLcB\/s1600\/genting-premium-outlet.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"428\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-riph7DV2cIs\/WC6mD6t6ujI\/AAAAAAAA3GE\/pQghLMn6M3kGyVE5TjQhRsl7sMDKtfwQACLcB\/s640\/genting-premium-outlet.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EGenting Premium Outlets, artist impression (Image source: Resorts World Genting)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EGenting Premium Outlets (GPO)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe latest factory outlet in Malaysia to open in 2017 is no other than the much talked about\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/11\/genting-premium-outlets-gpo.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EGenting Premium Outlets (GPO)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;which is also part of Resorts World plan to make Genting Highlands the entertainment and shopping hub of central Malaysia. This will complement the also soon to open 20th Century Fox World Theme Park Genting which is the first in the world too. The Genting Premium Outlet is located in Awana, which is the lower section of Genting Highlands and will be supported by a number of hotels and a new cable car system.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EGenting Premium Outlets is sized at 600,000 square feet in gross area and also houses 150 local and international designer names that will be tenants, making this one of the top premium factory outlets to date. Brands include Michael Kors, Aigner, Salvatore Ferragamo, BCBGMAXAZRIA, Burberry, Canali, Coach, Ermenegildo Zegna, Furla, Guy Laroche, Polo Ralph Lauren and many more therefore you know you will be getting some of the best brand names here. The GPO will also be be known as Southeast Asia's first hilltop premium outlet alongside with the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/11\/20th-century-fox-world-genting.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003E20th Century Fox World Genting\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;theme park. To get here, it is only an hours drive from Kuala Lumpur city.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWith all the factory outlets being already opened, there are a couple more in the pipeline which are also scheduled to open in the next few years which include;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Gzdh8kNaFGo\/WC6mb3xyWqI\/AAAAAAAA3GM\/46XyorkFtUoI3d5wj5FNW1u6n3oOGVTpQCLcB\/s1600\/kuala-lumpur-international-outlets-klio.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"340\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Gzdh8kNaFGo\/WC6mb3xyWqI\/AAAAAAAA3GM\/46XyorkFtUoI3d5wj5FNW1u6n3oOGVTpQCLcB\/s640\/kuala-lumpur-international-outlets-klio.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EKuala Lumpur International Outlet (KLIO) at Cyberjaya, (Artist impression by Horizon Group)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cstrike\u003EKuala Lumpur International Outlets (KLIO)\u003C\/strike\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EHorizon Village Outlets (HVO)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAnother massive factory outlet in Malaysia which is set to make headlines is the Kuala Lumpur International Outlet or KLIO which was originally planned in 2014 and was scheduled to open in 2016 or 2017. But to date, after we checked online, there has been no news or information that has surfaced on this massive branded factory outlet project. It was stated in a press release a couple of years ago that the construction would begin in September 2014, with the grand opening slated for 1 July 2016.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cb\u003EUpdate April 2017:\u003C\/b\u003E \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2017\/04\/horizon-village-outlets-hvo.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EHorizon Village Outlets\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;will open in 2018.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cstrike\u003EKuala Lumpur International Outlet\u003C\/strike\u003E Horizon Village Outlets Sepang is joint venture with Horizon Group Properties and Mainstay Holdings Sdn Bhd, a local property and construction firm with plans to build a 400,000 square foot factory outlet in the Cyberjaya district of Selangor. One of their branding is that a large portion of KLIO will be focused entirely on luxury brands. A total of 140 stores are also planned for KLIO catering to luxury or near-luxury brands selling all kinds of merchandise in a luxurious European style setting.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cstrike\u003EKLIO\u003C\/strike\u003E HVO will have six entrances from the car park including the drop-off area and all the outlets will be located one level above. Retailers include popular names like Coach, Nike and Polo – while other brands like Hugo Boss and Burberry offer previous season’s collections at discounted prices. The entire project is designed by an international team of architects from Ross Adams USA who worked on Horizon’s stable of outlets in the United States. To date, no added information is available therefore, we are just including this as a reference for future, if there project is still on.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EWebsite:\u0026nbsp;http:\/\/www.horizongroup.com\/\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-DI8bWrInOx8\/WC6oUD1ayTI\/AAAAAAAA3GU\/eRyk9hOjPesaSV8aNIdfPeVgyI-ff2L0ACLcB\/s1600\/ipoh-premium-outlets.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"330\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-DI8bWrInOx8\/WC6oUD1ayTI\/AAAAAAAA3GU\/eRyk9hOjPesaSV8aNIdfPeVgyI-ff2L0ACLcB\/s640\/ipoh-premium-outlets.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESunway Ipoh Premium Outlets. (Artist impression by Sunway Group)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ESunway Ipoh Premium Outlets \/ Lost World Shopping Mall\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAnother much awaited factory outlet in Ipoh is being planned but there is some confusion over what it will be called. To date, there are two names, one is \u003Cb\u003ESunway Ipoh Premium Outlets\u003C\/b\u003E and the other is \u003Cb\u003ELost World Shopping Mall\u003C\/b\u003E. This RM300 million project is spread over 35 acres of land near the Lost World if Tambun, Ipoh's popular water park and will adapt the same concept as Sunway Resort City in Petaling Jaya, Selangor.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThis massive project will also feature popular luxury outlets like Michael Kors, Coach and Kate Spade in a 600,000 square feet area. Also branded as an integrated city, Sunway Ipoh Premium Outlets or Lost World Shopping Mall will also have a hotel, theme park and shopping mall there. Plans also include 8 premium outlets which are 10,000-20,000 square feet each. To date, there has been no official announcement on when the Ipoh factory outlet will open, but a recent report in the local newspapers mentioned that the Lost World Shopping Mall will most likely open between 2017 and 2019.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-03CcEljZjv4\/WC6oee0_bNI\/AAAAAAAA3GY\/qRWODehY4UEYVYmdCdsGagBseyXeIv2-ACLcB\/s1600\/the-two-rawang-outlet-mall.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"372\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-03CcEljZjv4\/WC6oee0_bNI\/AAAAAAAA3GY\/qRWODehY4UEYVYmdCdsGagBseyXeIv2-ACLcB\/s640\/the-two-rawang-outlet-mall.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe Two Rawang Outlet Mall. (Artist impression by DA Land)\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EThe Two Shopping Outlet Mall Rawang\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EA mega massive project called The Two Outlet Mall in Rawang, Selangor is also taking shape and this will be one of the largest projects to day where\u0026nbsp;this integrated lifestyle concept features a shopping mall with a focus on entertainment, dining and shopping through integrated developments such as an outlet mall and indoor and outdoor theme parks.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe Two Rawang will also be built on a massive 24 hectare piece of land which is slated as ambitious but interesting with a target of attracting local and international tourist who travel along the north-south expressway. \u0026nbsp;The main attraction here besides the factory outlet will be the largest indoor theme park in Southeast Asia which is also designed by the Sanderson Group.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe Two Shopping Outlet Mall is being built and operated by DA Land and will comprise of a RM 5 billion theme park, wholesale city and outlet mall will be the only integrated lifestyle project in Selangor catering to locals and tourist. The project was also officiated and launched by the Malaysian Tourism Minister. Overall, if the project moves smoothly, we could see The Two Rawang opening in 2018 or 2019.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EWebsite:\u0026nbsp;http:\/\/www.daland.com.my\/\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-otqeaxB5qow\/WC6scw3X46I\/AAAAAAAA3Go\/5EXw3avQptUteNNtoNRtuGtBIJg2ZtXIgCLcB\/s1600\/langkawi-factory-outlet.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"382\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-otqeaxB5qow\/WC6scw3X46I\/AAAAAAAA3Go\/5EXw3avQptUteNNtoNRtuGtBIJg2ZtXIgCLcB\/s640\/langkawi-factory-outlet.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EOriental Village in Langkawi was the first factory outlet concept which did not do well, but is still there today.\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EFirst Factory Outlet in Malaysia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EFor the record, the first factory outlet in Malaysia was actually in Langkawi, back in early 2000 when the Oriental Village was opened to cater to the huge tourist influx of Langkawi back then. However, the factory outlet business model did not do well and eventually was forced to change its concept to just another place having some stores selling local handicraft, clothes and so on. If you are heading to the Langkawi Cable Car or Langkawi Skybridge, the Oriental Village will be the first thing you see.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThere is hope for tourism numbers to increase in Malaysia as the Ministry of Tourism has indicated that they are indeed working extra hard to bring in more tourist over the years and China being one of the main targets, however, with a population of only 30 million in Malaysia, many a concerned about the oversupply of shopping malls and factory outlets in Malaysia where it may not be a novelty anymore, especially with the growth of online shopping.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETo find out more about shopping places in Malaysia, read this article on \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2010\/11\/8-shopping-malls-in-bukit-bintang-kuala.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Eshopping malls in Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;which highlights the best places to shop in KL. But for the shopaholic or tourist, a visit to Malaysia will definitely make you visit at least one of these factory outlets in Malaysia, mainly to see what kind of offers there are, especially with the currency conversions so have a great shopping time here.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/7006907241142692924\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=7006907241142692924\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/7006907241142692924"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/7006907241142692924"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/11\/factory-outlets-in-malaysia.html","title":"Factory Outlets in Malaysia "}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-M4_D5jJk2oQ\/WCw6AD65wnI\/AAAAAAAA3FE\/gxRGnHGW1VgcPLBUE0GWQ27Ij8BHscNIACLcB\/s72-c\/factory-outlet-malaysia.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"4.210484 101.97576600000002"},"georss$box":{"$t":"-11.796052499999998 81.321469000000022 20.2170205 122.63006300000002"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-1609053885902108724"},"published":{"$t":"2016-11-14T12:00:00.000+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2016-12-08T18:38:58.981+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"ASEAN"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"ASEAN News"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Southeast Asia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Visit ASEAN 2017"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Visit ASEAN Year 2017"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Visit ASEAN@50"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Visit ASEAN@50 "},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-tBVILlLbfag\/WDBWEIeQW6I\/AAAAAAAA3Hw\/eFa3uEGQGJ8MB1UMMYCRyOD4FHzc4xx_ACLcB\/s1600\/visit-asean%254050.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-tBVILlLbfag\/WDBWEIeQW6I\/AAAAAAAA3Hw\/eFa3uEGQGJ8MB1UMMYCRyOD4FHzc4xx_ACLcB\/s1600\/visit-asean%254050.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe \u003Cb\u003EVisit ASEAN@50\u003C\/b\u003E tourism campaign was launched by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations or ASEAN on 6th September 2016 and the region wide campaign was unveiled by the 10 ASEAN heads of state at the ASEAN Summit 2016 in Vientiane, Laos.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe tourism campaign was also in line with a mission to promote the twin objectives of commemorating the 50th anniversary of ASEAN in 2017, and embracing the ASEAN region of Southeast Asia as a single and united, yet diverse, tourism destination.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAt the ASEAN Summit 2016, it was also highlighted that objectives of the Visit ASEAN@50 campaign include;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EIncreasing international visitor arrivals to Southeast Asia from 108.9 million in 2015 to 121 million by the end of 2017\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EIncreasing tourism receipts from USD75 billion in 2014 to USD83 billion, also by the end of 2017\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-wchPezspRig\/WDBXR-O4c1I\/AAAAAAAA3IA\/8uHjiS2R3BAzsbCv0rP0raQZeqAua6erQCLcB\/s1600\/visit-asean-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"248\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-wchPezspRig\/WDBXR-O4c1I\/AAAAAAAA3IA\/8uHjiS2R3BAzsbCv0rP0raQZeqAua6erQCLcB\/s640\/visit-asean-2017.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EVisit ASEAN Year 2017\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-Y_6o8XN2WYY\/WDBXRu4ifOI\/AAAAAAAA3H4\/LncUklj4Lv0stWOjYiUi3Euo8Cuf5TnnACLcB\/s1600\/visit-asean-year-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"372\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-Y_6o8XN2WYY\/WDBXRu4ifOI\/AAAAAAAA3H4\/LncUklj4Lv0stWOjYiUi3Euo8Cuf5TnnACLcB\/s640\/visit-asean-year-2017.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe ASEAN Countries\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EVisit ASEAN@50\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMultiple activities and promotions will be announced to drive the Visit ASEAN@50 campaign while partners will be revealed at the 2016 ITB Asia travel industry show in Singapore in October. Other promotions include special travel experiences and offers that will be announced at the World Travel Market 2016 in London this November.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EKey target markets for ASEAN’s 50th anniversary tourism campaign in 2017 will be long-haul markets which include;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EEurope\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMiddle East\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAustralia\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENorth America\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EChina\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EJapan\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EKorea\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EIndia\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Bt6_kGr1r08\/WDBXR7A7QBI\/AAAAAAAA3H8\/LEo2ACZ83KEdCwrf6uU64qV6r7Pd3TWmACLcB\/s1600\/visit-asean-year.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"352\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Bt6_kGr1r08\/WDBXR7A7QBI\/AAAAAAAA3H8\/LEo2ACZ83KEdCwrf6uU64qV6r7Pd3TWmACLcB\/s640\/visit-asean-year.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EASEAN Heads of state during the launching of Visit ASEAN@50\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EVisit ASEAN Year 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe ASEAN Tourism Competitiveness Committee, which is responsible for the tourism campaign implementation with partners has also announced that planned ASEAN@50 marketing activities \u0026nbsp;will include:\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EVisitASEAN@50 official launch at the ASEAN Tourism Forum early January 2017 in Singapore\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMedia familiarization trips (FAM Trips) showcasing ASEAN connectivity and multi-country travel routes\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ESpecial tour packages with offers, special airfares, shopping discounts for travel in 2017 (details to be revealed at WTM London, November 2016)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ECampaign promotion in international travel trade shows in key source markets\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ECooperative marketing programs with travel, media and airline partners (to be announced at ITB Asia, October 2016)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EPrint and online advertising, as well as TV, video and promotions\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ESocial media campaigns to enhance consumer engagement\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EPromotional programs by ASEAN’s national tourism offices targeting trade, consumer and MICE markets throughout 2017\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-hqPreSrZ3fM\/WDBXSP4itiI\/AAAAAAAA3IE\/eS8Q9SU_LOEtwLkkCgO84Kf8hsTo67DDgCLcB\/s1600\/visitasean%254050.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"180\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-hqPreSrZ3fM\/WDBXSP4itiI\/AAAAAAAA3IE\/eS8Q9SU_LOEtwLkkCgO84Kf8hsTo67DDgCLcB\/s400\/visitasean%254050.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor more information, you can visit the official \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/asean.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EASEAN Tourism Website\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;where you can get full details about what is happening in and around the ASEAN region. Alternatively, you can also check out the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.goasean.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EGoAsean website\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for more travel information.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EMeanwhile for Tourism Malaysia, the directive will be to go along with the Visit ASEAN campaign and promote Malaysia as one of the ASEAN destinations. This is purely due to the tourism budget cuts in Malaysia and there is no tourism agenda for Malaysia in 2017. however events listed in the calendar will still go on in Malaysia.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EVisit ASEAN 2017 is the 50th anniversary tourism campaign and is part of the ASEAN Tourism Strategic Plan 2016-2025, which was adopted by the association’s tourism ministers in Manila in January 2016 and in line with this, the\u0026nbsp;Visit ASEAN@50 Tourism Campaign is all set to enhance the Southeast Asia tourism economy.\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/1609053885902108724\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=1609053885902108724\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/1609053885902108724"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/1609053885902108724"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/11\/visit-asean50.html","title":"Visit ASEAN@50 "}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-tBVILlLbfag\/WDBWEIeQW6I\/AAAAAAAA3Hw\/eFa3uEGQGJ8MB1UMMYCRyOD4FHzc4xx_ACLcB\/s72-c\/visit-asean%254050.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"South East Asia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"-2.2179704 115.66282999999999"},"georss$box":{"$t":"-56.2697424 33.045642499999985 51.8338016 -161.71998250000001"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-464188065497898458"},"published":{"$t":"2016-11-09T19:17:00.000+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2016-12-08T18:38:56.350+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Japan"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Japan Travel Fair"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Japan Travel Fair 2016"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Japan Travel Fair Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Japan Travel News"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"JNTO"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"JNTO News"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Travel Fairs"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Japan Travel Fair Malaysia"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-F0OMWUdU33c\/WCMAfHSc_wI\/AAAAAAAA3Dw\/LdLWJwJELmw7BuB5Gjp98rxJMc2Fkln_wCLcB\/s1600\/japan-travel-fair-malaysia.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-F0OMWUdU33c\/WCMAfHSc_wI\/AAAAAAAA3Dw\/LdLWJwJELmw7BuB5Gjp98rxJMc2Fkln_wCLcB\/s1600\/japan-travel-fair-malaysia.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003EJapan Travel Fair Malaysia\u003C\/b\u003E takes place in One Utama Shopping Mall from 9-13 November 2016 with a mission to provide information about Japan's tourism, Japanese Culture and also the many beautiful destinations from all over Japan to the general consumers.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThis is also the second time that the Japan Travel Fair Malaysia is taking place in just one year where the first fair was held in February at the same venue and was received well by the Malaysian consumers. Having the second fair at the end of this year is to promote Japan's Winter and also Spring time which is said to be two of the most beautiful and best time to visit Japan, namely the snowy areas and also for the Cherry Blossom or Sakura Season in Spring.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAt the five day travel fair, anyone buying any Japan travel packages, tours or even airline tickets, JNTO will be giving out a free gift during the JTF2016. To add on, there will also be a lucky draw for the mentioned purchases where you stand a chance to also win return airline tickets to Japan, a Canon Digital Camera and Japanese souvenirs.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-_f-attNKmZM\/WCMBUjgF9dI\/AAAAAAAA3D4\/edvpQKevqqIgwQD6ibC65JZcx1TBEzcKgCLcB\/s1600\/japantravelfair.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"506\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-_f-attNKmZM\/WCMBUjgF9dI\/AAAAAAAA3D4\/edvpQKevqqIgwQD6ibC65JZcx1TBEzcKgCLcB\/s640\/japantravelfair.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EAt the official launching of Japan Travel Fair 2016 in One Utama Shopping Mall in Petaling Jaya\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe Japan Travel Fair November 2016 event was also launched by the Japanese Ambassador to Malaysia and JNTO's Executive Director Mr. Masatoshi Miyake together with specially invited guest on the 9th November at 3.00pm. Media from mainstream and electronic, representatives from tour companies, invited guests and shoppers were treated to a Japanese drum performance and also the unveiling of Dr. Soo Wincci's new music video which was shot entirely in Japan.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAs for the events happening during the Japan Travel Fair 2016, there will be a special live performance by Dr. Soo Wincci, a Blogger Talk Show featuring \u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/kampungboycitygal.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EKampung Boy City Girl\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E,\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;demonstrations on food and craft, quizzes, and many others listed below;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E11 - 13 Nov, 1.00PM - 1.30PM: Hand-Made Wagashi (Japanese Sweet Making Technique)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E11 - 13 Nov, 2.30PM - 3.00PM: Art of Shodo (Japanese Calligraphy Performance)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E11 - 13 Nov, 7.00PM - 7.30PM: Bonodori Performance\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E12 - 13 Nov, 4.00PM - 4.30PM: Mochi Pounding Performance\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E12 Nov Saturday, 6.00PM - 6.40PM: Soo Wincci Performance\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E13 Nov Sunday, 6.00PM - 6.30PM: Blogger Talk Show featuring Kampung Boy City Girl\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EJapan Yes-No Quiz Event\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E11 Nov: 11.30-12.00, 4.00-4.30, 6.00-6.30\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E12 Nov: 11.30-12.00\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E13 Nov: 11.30-12.00\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECanon Photo Booth at JNTO Booth\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EVisitors can also experience dressing in a Japanese Yukata and have their photo taken at the Canon Photo Booth during the event.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-wQnxDj2DJHY\/WCMBrTLcONI\/AAAAAAAA3EE\/Y8GAHMKIyu4_nNznOBtcNGNezLPGXeFkwCLcB\/s1600\/japan-travel-fair-2016.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-wQnxDj2DJHY\/WCMBrTLcONI\/AAAAAAAA3EE\/Y8GAHMKIyu4_nNznOBtcNGNezLPGXeFkwCLcB\/s640\/japan-travel-fair-2016.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EVisitors to the JNTO Booth at the Japan Travel Week Fair in One Utama\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-pXpGurstnGI\/WCMBrKJy7OI\/AAAAAAAA3D8\/fPArluo8iPULGQq_D9WRnNq4_lESvqNbACLcB\/s1600\/japan-travel-fair-one-utama.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"452\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-pXpGurstnGI\/WCMBrKJy7OI\/AAAAAAAA3D8\/fPArluo8iPULGQq_D9WRnNq4_lESvqNbACLcB\/s640\/japan-travel-fair-one-utama.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EVisitors checking out the booths at the Japan Travel Week November 2016\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb style=\"font-size: x-large; text-align: justify;\"\u003EJapan Travel Fair 2016 Malaysia\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe Japanese travel fair \u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-small;\"\u003E(日本の旅行フェア)\u003C\/span\u003E is located on the Highstreet at the first floor of the One Utama Shopping Mall where a total of 21 booths offering information and also sales on Japanese destinations. Out of the 21 booths, 11 of them are tour companies that specialize in selling Japan Travel Packages to multiple prefectures. The other 10 booths are occupied by the various Japanese tourism prefectures.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EVisitors can walk in as it is free and you can obtain information on multiple places around Japan here. Prior to the recent Matta Fair 2016, the Japan National Tourism Organization or JNTO has taken added steps to promote Japan aggressively as it is one of the top destinations for Malaysian tourist heading outbound.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn 2015, the number of Malaysians that visited Japan had surpassed 300,000 and from January to September 2016, the number had already reached around 250,000 visitors to Japan from Malaysia. A growing number of Muslim visitors to Japan has also contributed to these numbers as Japan has seriously taken into consideration about Muslim Travel around Japan. Many restaurants now offer a special Halal menu while there are Muslim Prayer Rooms (\u003Ci\u003ESurau\u003C\/i\u003E) available in almost all prefectures and also in some shopping malls and airports.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-aboG_XIyuPM\/WCMBsPGpBBI\/AAAAAAAA3EI\/48J5DQ1r_SASGd1piidp4zh46I5r8P_dgCLcB\/s1600\/japan-travel-fair.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"412\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-aboG_XIyuPM\/WCMBsPGpBBI\/AAAAAAAA3EI\/48J5DQ1r_SASGd1piidp4zh46I5r8P_dgCLcB\/s640\/japan-travel-fair.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EVIP's, Tourism Organaizations and Malaysian Travel Agents during the launching of Japan Travel Week in One Utama\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EVendors at\u0026nbsp;Japan Travel Fair Malaysia 2016\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe list of vendors and travel agents participating at the Japan Travel Fair 2016 Malaysia is below and you can visit them to obtain more information about the places or packages around Japan.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETravel Agents\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EApple Vacations \u0026amp; Conventions\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EGolden Tourworld Travel\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EHello Holidays\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EHIS Malaysia\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EJapan Travel Bureau\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EJ-Horizons Travel (M)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMalaysian Harmony Tours and Travel\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EParlo Tours\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPearl Holiday Travel and Tour\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EReliance Travel\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ESunrise Tours and Travel\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EJapanese Exhibitors\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EJETRO\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMitsukoshi Isetan Holding\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EShizuoka Prefectural Government Office\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EOkinawa Convention and Visitor Bureau\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe Flower of Japan\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EWakayama City\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EYokohama City\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EHoshino Resort Tomamu, Sapporo\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EVision Data (Samurai WiFi)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETrip Designer\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-7vobczmq8kk\/WCMBrUbm40I\/AAAAAAAA3EA\/ZZNnE2I-7eI6h5cZyKva3yYCBlG86rYTQCLcB\/s1600\/japan-travel-fair-2016-malaysia.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-7vobczmq8kk\/WCMBrUbm40I\/AAAAAAAA3EA\/ZZNnE2I-7eI6h5cZyKva3yYCBlG86rYTQCLcB\/s640\/japan-travel-fair-2016-malaysia.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EOne the first day of Japan Travel Week in One Utama Shopping Center, Bandar Utama\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EJapan Travel Fair Malaysia\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EVenue: Highstreet, Ground Floor One Utama Shopping Mall, New Wing\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EDate: 9-13 November, 2016\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ETime: 10.00 AM to 10.00 PM\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIf you are planning to visit Japan anytime soon, this would be a great place to start at as there is much information about many places. However, for those planning a trip in mid or late next year, you can also visit the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/10\/matta-fair-2017.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EMatta Fair 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;as JNTO will also be there featuring more booths during the travel fair in Kuala Lumpur in March.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAlternatively, the Japan Travel Fair Malaysia is created in-between the main travel fairs to capitalize on the months where there are no other travel events going on and has been much welcomed by the local consumers who want to visit Japan.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/464188065497898458\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=464188065497898458\u0026isPopup=true","title":"2 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/464188065497898458"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/464188065497898458"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/11\/japan-travel-fair-malaysia.html","title":"Japan Travel Fair Malaysia"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-F0OMWUdU33c\/WCMAfHSc_wI\/AAAAAAAA3Dw\/LdLWJwJELmw7BuB5Gjp98rxJMc2Fkln_wCLcB\/s72-c\/japan-travel-fair-malaysia.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"2"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"One Utama, Bandar Utama, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"3.1482825471251181 101.61677819157103"},"georss$box":{"$t":"3.1463005471251182 101.61425669157103 3.1502645471251181 101.61929969157103"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-8323108932469834522"},"published":{"$t":"2016-11-04T17:39:00.001+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2016-12-08T18:38:17.307+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Alitrip"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Alitrip Malaysia Tourism Pavilion"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"AliTrip MTP"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"China"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Tourism Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Tourism News"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Alitrip Malaysia Tourism Pavilion"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-sbC-yf9rIis\/WBxTptTKnbI\/AAAAAAAA3C8\/pd3XVoy2hcAE9guhQPf0-UZS9EZLRav_ACLcB\/s1600\/alitrip-malaysia-tourism-pavilion.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-sbC-yf9rIis\/WBxTptTKnbI\/AAAAAAAA3C8\/pd3XVoy2hcAE9guhQPf0-UZS9EZLRav_ACLcB\/s1600\/alitrip-malaysia-tourism-pavilion.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAlitrip Malaysia Tourism Pavilion\u003C\/b\u003E or \u003Cb\u003EAlitrip MTP\u003C\/b\u003E was launched by the Malaysian Prime Minister on 4th November 2016 with an aim for China travellers to access Malaysia's travel and tourism products through this e-marketplace which is a local online travel agent (OTA) in China. AliTrip is also created by Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba Group and will be managed and operated by Beijing Xinlian Mobile Technology, appointed by Alibaba and endorsed by Tourism Malaysia.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAlitrip MTP provides an excellent platform for Malaysian travel trade players to engage directly with Alibaba’s 100 million active online travel products customers. The travel products and services that Malaysian tourism merchants promote and offer directly to Chinese travellers via Alitrip MTP include local tour and hotel packages (with or without flight tickets), shopping and dining mobile vouchers, local attraction and event tickets, and local transportation and communication services.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ETourist Arrivals from China to Malaysia 2015\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIn 2015, tourist arrivals from China to Malaysia increased by 4%, reaching 1.68 million against 1.61 million in 2014. The first eight months of 2016 already recorded a 26.3% growth in arrivals from the Chinese market, with a total of 1.4 million tourists. Malaysia is now gearing up to achieve 2 million Chinese arrivals by the end of this year, and 8 million by 2020. Therefore, the Alitrip Malaysia Tourism Pavilion couldn’t have come at a better time for the country to achieve this ambitious target.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe Prime Minister of Malaysia encouraged Chinese tourists to visit Malaysia as it is now easier for them to travel to the country due to the relaxed visa requirements which supposed to expire by end of 2016, has now been extended until 31 December 2017.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-gRQkoVBSY6I\/WBxUpXDWPtI\/AAAAAAAA3DA\/6zi_LAuuKQYbbEf6q11RshJS3RGvM4_VACLcB\/s1600\/alitrip-najib-jack-ma-malaysia.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"307\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-gRQkoVBSY6I\/WBxUpXDWPtI\/AAAAAAAA3DA\/6zi_LAuuKQYbbEf6q11RshJS3RGvM4_VACLcB\/s400\/alitrip-najib-jack-ma-malaysia.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ENajib Razak and Jack Ma in Beijing. Picture courtesy of Twitter\/Bernama\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe Prime Minister launched Alitrip Malaysia Tourism Pavilion at the China World Hotel in Beijing on the 4th November 2016 where the event was graced by the Minister of Tourism and Culture Malaysia Dato’ Seri Mohamed Nazri Abdul Aziz, Alibaba Group Executive Chairman Jack Ma, Ambassador of Malaysia to China Dato’ Zainuddin Yahya, Secretary General of the Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia Tan Sri Dr. Ong Hong Peng, Tourism Malaysia Chairman Dato’ Dr. Siew Ka Wei, Tourism Malaysia Director General Datuk Seri Mirza Mohammad Taiyab, Prime Minister’s Special Envoy to the People’s Republic of China Tan Sri Ong Ka Ting, and Alitrip President and Alibaba Group Vice President Li Shaohua.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAlitrip Malaysia Tourism Pavilion or Alitrip MTP is a local China platform where everything is in Mandarin and is targeted to the local China consumers to book tickets for flights and many other things and also ground packages for travel and tourism.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/8323108932469834522\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=8323108932469834522\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/8323108932469834522"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/8323108932469834522"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/11\/alitrip-malaysia-tourism-pavilion.html","title":"Alitrip Malaysia Tourism Pavilion"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-sbC-yf9rIis\/WBxTptTKnbI\/AAAAAAAA3C8\/pd3XVoy2hcAE9guhQPf0-UZS9EZLRav_ACLcB\/s72-c\/alitrip-malaysia-tourism-pavilion.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Beijing, China"},"georss$point":{"$t":"39.904211 116.40739499999995"},"georss$box":{"$t":"38.353058 113.82560799999995 41.455363999999996 118.98918199999996"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-3912047409343708102"},"published":{"$t":"2016-10-31T11:30:00.000+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2016-12-08T18:38:11.690+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Borneo"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Must Eat Food in Sabah"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Must Eat Food in Sandakan"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sabah"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sabah Food"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sandakan"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sandakan Food"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Borneo Ethnic Cuisine Restaurant Sandakan"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-9diEovfE-Lg\/WBXVHjRWitI\/AAAAAAAA3BU\/_LGzaAvA5cApclXVUiVw2JcIt2R6T18mQCLcB\/s1600\/borneo-ethnic-cuisine-restaurant-sandakan.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-9diEovfE-Lg\/WBXVHjRWitI\/AAAAAAAA3BU\/_LGzaAvA5cApclXVUiVw2JcIt2R6T18mQCLcB\/s1600\/borneo-ethnic-cuisine-restaurant-sandakan.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EIf you love Kadazan traditional food, there is a new place called\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003EBorneo Ethnic Cuisine Restaurant in Sandakan\u003C\/b\u003E that opened in early October 2016. This Sabah ethnic food restaurant has created a hype in the city as there has never been a restaurant serving authentic Kadazan food here before and now, locals are heading here to try the many different choices of Kadazan cuisine being offered here.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EBorneo Ethnic Cuisine, or BEC is also the brainchild of three friends who have come together to make this ethnic restaurant a reality and after months of planning, they have opened Sandakan's first Kadazan Restaurant which is located at Mile 4 in Sandakan. Mile 4 or Batu Empat is also known as Bandar Indah and is one of the developed areas of outskirt Sandakan city and to get here from town, it is only 15 to 20 minutes drive.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-2yaYHJEf8ik\/WBXVYIAoxSI\/AAAAAAAA3B4\/na7KZFo-e8E9aiZoxZ7BplVPEU3gTqTiACLcB\/s1600\/kadazan-traditional-food-dish.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-2yaYHJEf8ik\/WBXVYIAoxSI\/AAAAAAAA3B4\/na7KZFo-e8E9aiZoxZ7BplVPEU3gTqTiACLcB\/s640\/kadazan-traditional-food-dish.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ETraditional Kadazan Food in Sandakan\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EWhen I visited this place based on a recommendation, they had just opened for a week and the place was pretty crowded for dinner on a weekday. Speaking to Rosaline Pinso, who is one of the partners, she had informed me that it was high time that the east coast of Sabah had a proper Kadazan restaurant as there was none available over the years. In terms of the menu, you will see a lot of ethnic Kadazan dishes being sold where some of them are even fusioned with local flavors.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EEven her son, who is a culinary graduate, is also hands on in the business where he plans to introduce a very local Kadazan Nasi Lemak among many other dishes in the near future. By the time this article is published, some of the dishes will be available for lunch too.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-tmI_Agu_bBE\/WBXVWVGl2UI\/AAAAAAAA3Bs\/_CjojhHNqm4d5oQkG-VEvThdE8cGTdd0gCLcB\/s1600\/borneo-ethnic-cuisine-sandakan.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-tmI_Agu_bBE\/WBXVWVGl2UI\/AAAAAAAA3Bs\/_CjojhHNqm4d5oQkG-VEvThdE8cGTdd0gCLcB\/s640\/borneo-ethnic-cuisine-sandakan.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EInside the Borneo Ethnic Cuisine Restaurant at Mile 4 in Sandakan\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-SMBFajOm9p8\/WBXVX5278oI\/AAAAAAAA3B0\/ZAM3kX8IAM4Jq5OeJ2ouL0kCGyMmcO7GgCLcB\/s1600\/ikan-patin-masak-terjun.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-SMBFajOm9p8\/WBXVX5278oI\/AAAAAAAA3B0\/ZAM3kX8IAM4Jq5OeJ2ouL0kCGyMmcO7GgCLcB\/s640\/ikan-patin-masak-terjun.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EIkan Patin Masak Terjun, a well known local dish served at Borneo Ethnic Cuisine for RM8.00\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor first timers trying the Kadazan food in Sandakan, it is highly recommended that you try their local set called \u003Cb\u003ENasi Linopot with Ikan Basung Pinasakan\u003C\/b\u003E, which comes with Hinava, Bambangan, Sambal Tuhau, salted fish, Sabah vegetables, salted egg and a traditional drink. This interesting menu is also priced at RM18.00 which is a very reasonable deal, considering that this is a pure ethnic dish and time consuming to prepare.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAlternatively, you can also try the other popular Kadazan food set which is \u003Cb\u003ENasi Linopot with Ikan Basung Goreng Kacang Hitam\u003C\/b\u003E or black bean. This comes with the Linopot rice and the same condiments as above set and also priced at RM18.00. As for me, I have been a huge fan of Kadazan food where over the years, I have tried a number of them and I have to say that the Kadazan food at\u0026nbsp;Borneo Ethnic Cuisine is probably one of the best I have tried in years.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-EFOF1sDgxmo\/WBXVZNemSlI\/AAAAAAAA3CA\/G7A_5qtpbXkVOD38FFrorqHS6D9erGUkgCLcB\/s1600\/nasi-linopot-pasakan.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-EFOF1sDgxmo\/WBXVZNemSlI\/AAAAAAAA3CA\/G7A_5qtpbXkVOD38FFrorqHS6D9erGUkgCLcB\/s640\/nasi-linopot-pasakan.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ENasi Linopot with Ikan Basung Pinasakan set which is RM18.00\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-K7L5OJlFUFc\/WBXVYrJ-8EI\/AAAAAAAA3B8\/D43gsP8Mfl4RpvsYrAdd5U-XQVbiEJuhACLcB\/s640\/linopot-basung-goreng-kacang-hitam.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ENasi Linopot with Ikan Basung Goreng Kacang Hitam set which is also RM18.00\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EFor desserts, the\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003EHinompuka\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003Eis definitely a must try at RM0.50 per piece. This sticky rich is actually made from grinded hill rice and brown sugar and some other ingredients, which gives it a purple colored finish. One glance and it looks like \u003Ci\u003Epulut \u003C\/i\u003E(sticky rice) wrapped in a banana leaf, but it is actually very interesting, as it not too sweet and has a nice mild taste. Another dessert to try here is the \u003Ci\u003EUbi Manis\u003C\/i\u003E or Sweet Tapioca which is served with Coconut Milk (Santan).\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-K7L5OJlFUFc\/WBXVYrJ-8EI\/AAAAAAAA3B8\/D43gsP8Mfl4RpvsYrAdd5U-XQVbiEJuhACLcB\/s1600\/linopot-basung-goreng-kacang-hitam.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EPreviously, this end shop lot in Bandar Indah was known as Taro's Sushi but the Japanese Restaurant here closed and the new owners took over the end corner lot which is very spacious. An average of 80-100 people can be seated in the restaurant with additional outdoor space as an option for special events or parties. Another landmark is a restaurant next to it called Jom Lepak or directly opposite is the famous Kenalanmu Seafood Restaurant in Sandakan.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-jHN-IQMV40I\/WBXVUQ_9HcI\/AAAAAAAA3BY\/ZVEY5DlzZJI7MQoYlyja3KZiNVvvGix9ACLcB\/s1600\/Hinompuka-Sabah.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-jHN-IQMV40I\/WBXVUQ_9HcI\/AAAAAAAA3BY\/ZVEY5DlzZJI7MQoYlyja3KZiNVvvGix9ACLcB\/s640\/Hinompuka-Sabah.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EHinompuka, a traditional Kadazan dessert sold at the restaurant here\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-ux_mlQa6yyU\/WBXVUbAZ3SI\/AAAAAAAA3Bc\/oOZPkteQD-c7hdpoQXMaesdqKYR0gPhNQCLcB\/s1600\/borneo-ethnic-cuisine-dessert.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-ux_mlQa6yyU\/WBXVUbAZ3SI\/AAAAAAAA3Bc\/oOZPkteQD-c7hdpoQXMaesdqKYR0gPhNQCLcB\/s640\/borneo-ethnic-cuisine-dessert.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EUbi Manis or Sweet Tapioca which is a popular dessert here\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-U6kCtIC4Tx8\/WBXVUfKIoGI\/AAAAAAAA3Bg\/6_F0Q7yef1YZ8ft3MQM-S8fu2AsLb0NBACLcB\/s1600\/borneo-ethnic-cuisine-interior.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-U6kCtIC4Tx8\/WBXVUfKIoGI\/AAAAAAAA3Bg\/6_F0Q7yef1YZ8ft3MQM-S8fu2AsLb0NBACLcB\/s640\/borneo-ethnic-cuisine-interior.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EKadazan decoration is seen around the restaurant making the ambiance very local\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/--whQtFzMH5E\/WBXVWDVVQuI\/AAAAAAAA3Bo\/faC94jQdGCEj1ivL2Y1eyO-jYysqfcMigCLcB\/s1600\/borneo-ethnic-cuisine-restaurant.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"408\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/--whQtFzMH5E\/WBXVWDVVQuI\/AAAAAAAA3Bo\/faC94jQdGCEj1ivL2Y1eyO-jYysqfcMigCLcB\/s640\/borneo-ethnic-cuisine-restaurant.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EBorneo Ethnic Cuisine Restaurant at Mile 4, Sandakan\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EBorneo Ethnic Cuisine Restaurant Review Video\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003ECheck out this video done by MakanSabah when they visited Sandakan for a food hunt. It shows an overview of Borneo Ethnic Cuisine Restaurant, which features the local Kadazan food and desserts found here at Mile 4, Sandakan. For more food photos and videos from around Sabah, follow\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/makansabah\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EMakanSabah\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;on Instagram.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ccenter\u003E\u003Ciframe allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Vew8ytmdjSc\" width=\"560\"\u003E\u003C\/iframe\u003E\u003C\/center\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cu\u003EBorneo Ethnic Cuisine Restaurant\u003C\/u\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-RaIuMpipvKk\/WBXVV2UedcI\/AAAAAAAA3Bk\/b95mGfBsP_8I1Vg2Liw031ihp6nWVuCOACLcB\/s1600\/borneo-ethnic-cuisine-opening-hours.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"212\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-RaIuMpipvKk\/WBXVV2UedcI\/AAAAAAAA3Bk\/b95mGfBsP_8I1Vg2Liw031ihp6nWVuCOACLcB\/s320\/borneo-ethnic-cuisine-opening-hours.jpg\" width=\"320\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EBusiness hours at Borneo Ethnic Cuisine in Sandakan\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EOpen: Mon, Wed to Sunday\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EClosed: Every Tuesday\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EOpening Hours: 10.00 AM to 3.00 PM, 5.00 \u0026nbsp;PM to 10.00 PM\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EParking: Available outside\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ENo Pork Served\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cu\u003EBorneo Ethnic Cuisine\u003C\/u\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ECorner End of Block 5,\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EJalan Bandar Indah 1,\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EBandar Indah, Mile 4,\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ESandakan, Sabah\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cu\u003EContact:\u003C\/u\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ERosaline Pinso -\u0026nbsp;+6019 883 3842\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EStephanie Rose -\u0026nbsp;+6019 582 0077\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/--2QHma_ODXg\/WBXVXn8GllI\/AAAAAAAA3Bw\/seOtMzdYmVUgMhqs5m2CaTQFO7HFPd9RQCLcB\/s1600\/borneo-ethnic-cuisine.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/--2QHma_ODXg\/WBXVXn8GllI\/AAAAAAAA3Bw\/seOtMzdYmVUgMhqs5m2CaTQFO7HFPd9RQCLcB\/s640\/borneo-ethnic-cuisine.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EBorneo Ethnic Cuisine sign and decoration inside the shop showing some Kadazan attire and items\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThere are a number of must eat food in Sandakan which is found in the main city area right till Mile 7 and this is one of the unique cuisines that totally made my food hunt in Sandakan worthwhile. Overall, the seafood in Sandakan is known to be one of the best in Sabah, but when you dig deeper, there are many other local types of food to be discovered. For anyone heading to the east coast of Sabah, do make a stop at the Borneo Ethnic Cuisine Restaurant in Sandakan to sample some authentic Kadazan food.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/3912047409343708102\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=3912047409343708102\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/3912047409343708102"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/3912047409343708102"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/10\/borneo-ethnic-cuisine-restaurant.html","title":"Borneo Ethnic Cuisine Restaurant Sandakan"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-9diEovfE-Lg\/WBXVHjRWitI\/AAAAAAAA3BU\/_LGzaAvA5cApclXVUiVw2JcIt2R6T18mQCLcB\/s72-c\/borneo-ethnic-cuisine-restaurant-sandakan.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Bandar Indah, 90000 Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"5.8539013591994769 118.07460767791781"},"georss$box":{"$t":"5.8534078591994767 118.07397717791781 5.854394859199477 118.07523817791781"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9197563430820577837.post-2611041057273548028"},"published":{"$t":"2016-10-26T16:31:00.003+08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2016-12-08T18:37:41.218+08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Best Place to Visit in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Featured"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Southeast Asia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Top Places to Visit in Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Tourism Malaysia"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Visit Malaysia 2017"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Best Places to Visit in Malaysia 2017"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-p9V8yF9qCqA\/WA8T6rzuIHI\/AAAAAAAA28I\/37_RuLErU0k5CNlVIEc7MQTdtAGjF5WgQCLcB\/s1600\/best-places-to-visit-in-malaysia-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-p9V8yF9qCqA\/WA8T6rzuIHI\/AAAAAAAA28I\/37_RuLErU0k5CNlVIEc7MQTdtAGjF5WgQCLcB\/s1600\/best-places-to-visit-in-malaysia-2017.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EAnyone visiting Malaysia this year would want to know where are the \u003Cb\u003Ebest place to visit in Malaysia for 2017\u003C\/b\u003E and this article will provide you with my personal first hand experiences at the many places recommended in this list. The places are all located all over the country but I will make it easy for the traveler, as you need to plan your trip properly, in order to visit at least some of the recommended places to visit in Malaysia.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EKnow that when you enter Malaysia, you will land at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) or KLIA2 which is the budget terminal where AirAsia operates from. Then you will either connect on another flight to your next destination or head to Kuala Lumpur city to connect via bus, train or van to other places. The list of best places to visit in Malaysia for 2017 is;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003EPerak\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-0eIoZFPeYq4\/WBA3WprvamI\/AAAAAAAA29A\/u2IYDOxNz10ngiRNdnBCySYPMWno_T3QgCLcB\/s1600\/things-to-do-in-ipoh.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"436\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-0eIoZFPeYq4\/WBA3WprvamI\/AAAAAAAA29A\/u2IYDOxNz10ngiRNdnBCySYPMWno_T3QgCLcB\/s640\/things-to-do-in-ipoh.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EIpoh's Concubine Lane on a weekend is one of the must visit places\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EPerak is one of the lesser visited states but over the last few years, Perak has grown to be one of the up and coming places in Malaysia to visit. Even Lonely Planet has named \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/malaysiatravelnews.com\/perak-top-ten-regions-visit-2017-lonely-planet\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EPerak as one of the Top 10 Regions to Visit in 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;and this would be bringing more tourist to this state which is a couple of hours drive from Kuala Lumpur city and on the way up north to Penang.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EPerak has been the epicentre of early Malaya during the colonial rule where tin mining was one of the biggest industries besides plantations. Nowadays, the old colonial towns like Ipoh and Taiping have opened their doors to tourism, and a number of theme parks are already available in the vicinity of Ipoh, namely The Lost World of Tambun, a massive family water park and the all new MAPS Perak or \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/06\/movie-animation-park-studios.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EMovie Animation Park Studios Ipoh\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;which opens in December 2016.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EHowever, Lonely Planet focuses mainly on the core of Ipoh city which is the surroundings of Kong Heng Square which has transformed from an old rundown square to a beautiful fusion of modern day businesses in classic heritage buildings, giving a juxtapose of characters for the visitor. And no, it does not look like a Hong Kong or Singapore replica, but a truly Malaysian style.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-MOMFcARjydE\/WBA5KZ5N0AI\/AAAAAAAA29M\/26q6ngQuGPY6w2GmDJYM2tZfhgCMPTwCACLcB\/s1600\/best-places-to-visit-in-perak.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"434\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-MOMFcARjydE\/WBA5KZ5N0AI\/AAAAAAAA29M\/26q6ngQuGPY6w2GmDJYM2tZfhgCMPTwCACLcB\/s640\/best-places-to-visit-in-perak.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ETaiping is one of the best places to visit in Perak, for a relaxed getaway\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat to do in Perak\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EExplore Ipoh City, as this is highly recommended for first timers to Perak. I have also done an article on \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/08\/places-to-visit-in-ipoh.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Eplaces to visit in Ipoh\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;which narrows down the main areas to explore. Some of the current places to explore in Ipoh is no other than Kong Heng Square and Concubine Lane in the Ipoh Old Town area.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EFor those into nature and adventure, there are numerous places in Perak to explore, like Gopeng and Slim River for the white water rafting and caving and for trekking, wildlife, bird watching and other nature experiences, Royal Belum State Park and Kinta Nature Park are the two main places to check out.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ETaiping is home to some of the firsts of Malaysia, like the first lake gardens, first museum, first railway and so on, therefore the city is rich with culture and information about early Malaya. For island lovers, Pangkor Island is a quaint and pretty laid back island with a very local village and accommodations ranging from backpackers hostels to luxury resorts.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-hYvfdfuTpGc\/WBA6COkbCII\/AAAAAAAA29U\/y7DDt7mZhdIuPKpJ4FznIjIWJflS9D15wCLcB\/s1600\/kong-heng-square-ipoh.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"440\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-hYvfdfuTpGc\/WBA6COkbCII\/AAAAAAAA29U\/y7DDt7mZhdIuPKpJ4FznIjIWJflS9D15wCLcB\/s640\/kong-heng-square-ipoh.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\"\u003EKong Heng Square, the top place to visit in Ipoh\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"font-size: medium; text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPlaces of Interest in Perak\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul style=\"font-size: medium; text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cli\u003EKong Heng Square\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EConcubine Lane\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EIpoh Old Town\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EIpoh Railway Station\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETaiping\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPangkor Island\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EKinta Valley Nature Park\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ERoyal Belum State Park\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBukit Merah Laketown\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EKellie's Castle\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat to Eat in Perak\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right; text-align: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-2Z71UpeSxnY\/WBA6Bt6r-MI\/AAAAAAAA29Q\/Vmx23uf9vAIjR4leUN2m-Z9ItaEJCurrQCLcB\/s1600\/best-food-to-eat-ipoh.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"303\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-2Z71UpeSxnY\/WBA6Bt6r-MI\/AAAAAAAA29Q\/Vmx23uf9vAIjR4leUN2m-Z9ItaEJCurrQCLcB\/s400\/best-food-to-eat-ipoh.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EIpoh Chee Cheong Fun Noodles, a must try\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EHands down the food in Ipoh is a must-try for any traveler here. Most of the well known dishes are found around the Ipoh Old Town area but there are some notable places in Ipoh New Town area too.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ESome dishes not to be missed are the Hakka Noodles, Ipoh Chicken Rice, Lum Mee Noodles, Ipoh Hor Fun Noodles and the Ipoh Chee Cheong Fun flat noodles. Coffee lovers, you should know that Ipoh serves some of the best coffee in Malaysia and you can sample it at Ipoh Old Town area.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat to Buy in Perak\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EGenerally, in terms of souvenirs, there is nothing much except food souvenirs which are highly popular among the locals. Many swear by the local Chicken Biscuit (\u003Ci\u003EKai Chai Pang\u003C\/i\u003E), Ipoh Salt Baked Chicken (\u003Ci\u003EYim Kok Kai\u003C\/i\u003E), Pomelo fruits and the regional famous Ipoh White Coffee. In terms of handicraft, there is not much or not that I know of, however, if you know of some, please do share it here with me.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat to Expect in Perak\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-FLcLKXXFUT0\/WBA6DLDrGKI\/AAAAAAAA29c\/6U2viUTMPZsve4s52Zy25iILRPA7tpUXgCLcB\/s1600\/places-to-visit-ipoh.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"276\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-FLcLKXXFUT0\/WBA6DLDrGKI\/AAAAAAAA29c\/6U2viUTMPZsve4s52Zy25iILRPA7tpUXgCLcB\/s400\/places-to-visit-ipoh.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EIpoh Old Town Coffee at Sin Yoon Loong\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EPerak is one of the hottest states in Malaysia, especially in Ipoh so it is best to be prepared for the weather changes as when it rains, it pours there. As for places, you can expect lots of local tourist moving around and in terms of English, it is widely spoken in the larger towns in Perak. The places to visit in Perak are mostly far apart therefore, factor in the time for travel.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest Time to Visit Perak\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAnytime is a great time to visit Perak in 2017 where the rainy season is around March, April, October to December and September to December being the cooler time of the year. The year end school holidays (Nov and Dec) are probably going to be really crowded with local tourist, so you should book early for some of the popular places.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere is Perak?\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EPerak is the next state up north from Selangor or Kuala Lumpur. You can get there by train, car or bus. From Kuala Lumpur to Ipoh, it is only a two hour train ride or drive while from KL to Taiping, it is a three hour drive. Moving around Perak requires to self drive or hire a tour guide. You can rent a car from KL and drive up north to Perak to move around there.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003EMelaka\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-65IL-lBOkjM\/WAnoqE_AotI\/AAAAAAAA27U\/-cmRASTZS0MTXUO5kEwKR1wAlsFP6-DfQCLcB\/s1600\/melaka-tourist-attractions.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"426\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-65IL-lBOkjM\/WAnoqE_AotI\/AAAAAAAA27U\/-cmRASTZS0MTXUO5kEwKR1wAlsFP6-DfQCLcB\/s640\/melaka-tourist-attractions.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EMelaka River Cruise\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EThe nearest tourism city near Kuala Lumpur (KL) is not other than historical Melaka or Malacca, which is only a 90 minute drive from KL. Melaka is also one of two UNESCO World Heritage cities in Malaysia, where the other is Penang and you can expect a lot of old buildings dating to hundreds of years old.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-i1zuE_unUVA\/WAno-kEsElI\/AAAAAAAA27c\/ZISBVUspqrk9B4hn96SCbcC8NTd2l4CLQCLcB\/s1600\/melaka-stadhuy.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"267\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-i1zuE_unUVA\/WAno-kEsElI\/AAAAAAAA27c\/ZISBVUspqrk9B4hn96SCbcC8NTd2l4CLQCLcB\/s400\/melaka-stadhuy.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EStadhuys in Melaka and the Christ Church\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EMelaka has been one of the most important ports of call from the years during 1400 to 1600 and has been heavily influenced by many different countries from around the world which include the Dutch, Portuguese, Javanese, Chinese, Arabs and Indians, where a cultural mix of ethnicity has evolved throughout the centuries here and thus making this place a beautiful and amazing place to visit.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat to do and see in Melaka?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EYou will be treated with lots of historical and cultural charm here but apart from this, there are a lot more being offered in Melaka, as in interactive attractions, rides and shopping spots. The multicultural mix here provides a lot of places of worship like temples, mosques and churches. Some of them dating back to the 1700's too. We recommend taking the Melaka River Cruise to have a glimpse of the old Melaka.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBelow are some of the things to do in Melaka;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E• Melaka River Cruise (Day and Night)\u003Cbr \/\u003E• Joget@Melaka (Special Cultural Show on weekends)\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right; text-align: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-n0JhcFKjFP8\/WAno0wLhg_I\/AAAAAAAA27Y\/3EOsmRed0LcH1ocTXPsVGgXc692byAJDgCLcB\/s1600\/melaka-cendol-rojak.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-n0JhcFKjFP8\/WAno0wLhg_I\/AAAAAAAA27Y\/3EOsmRed0LcH1ocTXPsVGgXc692byAJDgCLcB\/s320\/melaka-cendol-rojak.jpg\" width=\"234\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EMelaka Cendol and Rojak\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E•\u0026nbsp;Melaka Alive Theater Show\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E•\u0026nbsp;The Shore Oceanarium (Newly Opened Aquarium)\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E•\u0026nbsp;Tamin Sari Tower Ride (Melaka Sky Tower)\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E•\u0026nbsp;Multiple Parks, Zoos and Museums\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E•\u0026nbsp;Visit an Old Submarine and Old Wooden Galleon\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere to Eat in Melaka?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMelaka is one of the melting pots for food in Malaysia but the\u0026nbsp;crème de la crème is no other than the Peranakan or Nyonya cuisines found all over Melaka. Some in simple cafes, while others in any restaurants or even in hotels, these unique cuisines are a must-try for any foodie.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat to Buy in Melaka?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EApart from the traditional Baba-Nyonya or Peranakan items found easily here in terms of clothing and jewelry, there are also a lot of antique dealers around the Jonker Walk area. Most of the souvenirs sold around the main street include your general everyday types of souvenirs too. For those wanting something a little more, you can check out some of the\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2013\/08\/5-food-souvenirs-to-buy-in-melaka.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Efood souvenirs to buy in Melaka\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest Time to go to Melaka?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EHonestly, I would recommend going from Tuesday till Fridays as it gets really overly crowded on Saturday and Sunday. But the weekend market takes place during these days along Jonker Walk, so if you are fine with crowds, then go on the weekends. Otherwise, I would recommend a weekday to have a peaceful walk and experience here.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat to Expect in Melaka?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EMelaka city is not that huge and most of the attractions are within walking distances. You should note that there will be a lot of walking around at most of these places so best to come prepared with comfortable walking shoes, poncho, umbrella and lots of water. People are generally nice here and most people speak English. Exploring out of Melaka requires transport and the best is to get a taxi to some of these places.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere is Melaka?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EMelaka is the state south of Kuala Lumpur or Selangor. It takes around one and a half hours to drive there or about two hours by bus. Usually day trips to Melaka are done but to fully see Melaka, you need to spend a night or two there. Tour companies organise tour or you can rent a car and self drive there.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003ESarawak\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-I7iupS94SzU\/WBBDp-jE5jI\/AAAAAAAA29w\/iOdFWTqLSIQcqgdVKsttgenC3j3CMWq9gCLcB\/s1600\/best-place-to-visit-sarawak.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"428\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-I7iupS94SzU\/WBBDp-jE5jI\/AAAAAAAA29w\/iOdFWTqLSIQcqgdVKsttgenC3j3CMWq9gCLcB\/s640\/best-place-to-visit-sarawak.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe amazingly beautiful Bakelalan Highlands\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EThe home of the Hornbills and Rainforest on Borneo Island, Sarawak is Malaysia's largest state literally covered with rich dense rainforest, mountains and abundance of culture and heritage. Not your typical touristy city, Sarawak is an entirely different style of Malaysia offering a very unique experience when visited. Most foreigners will also know this place by the name of Borneo, oh and there is no more head hunting doing on here too.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat to do in Sarawak?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-L_Y7H03ryHI\/WBBHzGW7ysI\/AAAAAAAA2-M\/jYaX8mdANikzHX21fXcO1VEDy5ic3ahjwCLcB\/s1600\/top-places-to-visit-kuching-sarawak.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"265\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-L_Y7H03ryHI\/WBBHzGW7ysI\/AAAAAAAA2-M\/jYaX8mdANikzHX21fXcO1VEDy5ic3ahjwCLcB\/s400\/top-places-to-visit-kuching-sarawak.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EA Chinese Temple in Kuching City, Sarawak\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EGenerally, Sarawak is so huge that you need about two weeks to see most of the places here. However, each traveler needs to break down what they want to do and Kuching would be a great place to start.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EMost of the popular attractions are within one to two hours drive from Kuching. As for Kuching city, it is an easy walk about here to visit the old streets, temples, mosques and museums.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EFor exploring out of Kuching, there is Sibu, Miri, Mulu, Bakelalan and Bario which are best connected via flights. If you plan to travel overland via bus, be prepared to spend more than 8 hours. Miri is a resort city neighboring Brunei and Sabah and is also branded as a resort city. Read about \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/03\/things-to-do-in-miri.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EThings to do in Miri\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;which I reviewed based on the places I have visited there. However, Miri also caters as a gateway to unique destinations like Mulu, Bario and Bakelalan in the Kelabit Highlands. One needs to take a small plane flight to these mountainous villages at 1000 meters above sea level. Mulu is renown as a UNESCO world heritage site offering nature lovers one of the best experiences you can have in a rainforest.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003ESibu, a river city is up and coming with food and culture tourism being the strongest here. For those into the food and culture scene, Sibu would be recommended to visit, but know this - Sibu is not your typical tourist stop but this year is branded as Visit Sibu Year 2017.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/--x86gan1_Fg\/WBBEZgw3xnI\/AAAAAAAA2-A\/aIukwHhcxLc1U8JxkH_FeWbpTBkXvRwwgCLcB\/s1600\/islands-to-visit-sarawak.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"468\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/--x86gan1_Fg\/WBBEZgw3xnI\/AAAAAAAA2-A\/aIukwHhcxLc1U8JxkH_FeWbpTBkXvRwwgCLcB\/s640\/islands-to-visit-sarawak.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe beautiful Talang Island in Sarawak, many do not know that Sarawak has amazing islands\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPlaces of interest around Kuching Sarawak;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E• Sarawak Cultural Village\u003Cbr \/\u003E•\u0026nbsp;Sarawak River Cruise\u003Cbr \/\u003E•\u0026nbsp;Anna Rais Longhouse\u003Cbr \/\u003E•\u0026nbsp;Semenggoh Orangutan Nature Reserve\u003Cbr \/\u003E•\u0026nbsp;Bako National Park\u003Cbr \/\u003E• Talang Satang National Park\u003Cbr \/\u003E•\u0026nbsp;Kuching Cat Museum\u003Cbr \/\u003E•\u0026nbsp;Kuching Waterfront\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-S0RDuzwh2ok\/WBBMedOJ-TI\/AAAAAAAA2-o\/kZO_z8mvnQ4CYOhzva3x_IVeY8iMvadrwCLcB\/s1600\/kelabit-food.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-S0RDuzwh2ok\/WBBMedOJ-TI\/AAAAAAAA2-o\/kZO_z8mvnQ4CYOhzva3x_IVeY8iMvadrwCLcB\/s400\/kelabit-food.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EKelabit Food from Miri, Sarawak\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat to eat in Sarawak?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-tQ6jiMs4bzQ\/WBBJvGxv5VI\/AAAAAAAA2-c\/djgzl_mxbIEenDWwA-N5sL6bqQSpLLDuwCLcB\/s1600\/gawai-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-tQ6jiMs4bzQ\/WBBJvGxv5VI\/AAAAAAAA2-c\/djgzl_mxbIEenDWwA-N5sL6bqQSpLLDuwCLcB\/s320\/gawai-2017.jpg\" width=\"208\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EGawai Festival in Sarawak\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EThe local ethnic food which can be found all over. In Kuching city, seafood is very popular at Top Spot Food Court, the foodie should venture around the city to try some of the very local ethnic foods from the Iban or Kayan people here. For \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2012\/01\/eating-local-food-in-kuching-sarawak.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Eeating local food in Kuching\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, there are a lot of local coffee shops, cafes and restaurants found all over the city where you can experience a daily breakfast or lunch. Umai is a delicacy which is recommended to try apart from the very famous Sarawak Laksa and Kolo Mee.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat to buy in Sarawak?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThere are quite a few interesting things to buy from Sarawak, but most Asians heading here will opt for the local Sarawak Batik, local handicraft and lot of food souvenirs like Ikan Terubuk and Sarawak Kek Lapis or layered cakes. For the antique collector, there are quite a number of antique shops along the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2010\/05\/kuching-waterfront-sarawak.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EKuching Main Bazaar the Kuching Waterfron\u003C\/span\u003Et\u003C\/a\u003E. From my personal views, I think that the ethnic crafts are the best deals in terms of souvenirs to buy in Sarawak.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat to expect in Sarawak?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-HypJmNNxrsc\/WBBDqdO6-wI\/AAAAAAAA294\/NpLk7HSbWNkQa6D8hhbDaeTbTH-wiNiLACLcB\/s1600\/sarawak-cultural-village-2017.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"267\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-HypJmNNxrsc\/WBBDqdO6-wI\/AAAAAAAA294\/NpLk7HSbWNkQa6D8hhbDaeTbTH-wiNiLACLcB\/s400\/sarawak-cultural-village-2017.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EThe Sarawak Cultural Village in Santubong\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EFor the short stay traveler, you can expect a lot of walking in the city of Kuching while for the adventurous traveler, expect high humidity when traveling from place to place.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ECulture is the strongest selling point of Sarawak so you have the opportunity to see many different ethnic races and tribes here and one of the best places to see and experience this is at the Sarawak Cultural Village in Santubong. Rainforest are abundance which provide excellent nature, flora and fauna and national parks are the best place to do this.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest time to go to Sarawak?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAnytime is a good time as Sarawak lies close to the equator and from my experience, some of the best times are during the harvest festival or Gawai in June, where you can witness or even participate in the celebrations held all over the state. Alternatively, a good time to visit Sarawak is also during the Rainforest World Music Festival 2016 which takes place from 7-9 August at the Sarawak Cultural Village in Kuching.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere is Sarawak?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ESarawak is located on the island of Borneo, on East Malaysia therefore you need to take a flight from KL or other cities to Kuching, the capital of Sarawak. In Kuching city, you can move around on foot, but to travel to other parts of Sarawak, you need to fly or self drive which is quite time consuming. From Kuching to Miri, it is about 12 hours drive or a one hour flight.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003ETerengganu\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-vMTF9Fls88g\/WBBk_HUgniI\/AAAAAAAA2_M\/jzB6Q7nfm5gVms2D6lbZ3VWz7nXxE_NTgCLcB\/s1600\/top-10-place-to-visit-terengganu.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-vMTF9Fls88g\/WBBk_HUgniI\/AAAAAAAA2_M\/jzB6Q7nfm5gVms2D6lbZ3VWz7nXxE_NTgCLcB\/s640\/top-10-place-to-visit-terengganu.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ELong Beach on Pulau Perhentian, one of the best places to visit in Terengganu\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003ELocated on the east coast of Malaysia, Terengganu is truly a paradise for anyone looking towards a island or beach holiday. Most of the popular islands are located off Terengganu which include Perhentian Island, Redang Island, Tenggol Island and Lang Tengah Island where all are about 30 to 45 minutes boat rides from the coast.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003EOne of the beautiful and unique properties on the mainland by the sea is no other than Tanjong Jara Resort, a luxurious private 'kampung' style villa resort located deep in a local village and away from any other property. Here, you are assured of the finest resort hospitality and experiences minus the crowds.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat to do in Terengganu?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAs Terengganu is huge, most of the tourism activitiestake place off the coast, so visiting the islands are one of the top activities as it is also Visit Terengganu Year 2017. As for the state itself, there are also ecotourism spots to explore like the Lake Kenyir Resort which was featured in CNN as one of the 12 \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/edition.cnn.com\/2015\/11\/12\/hotels\/malaysia-rainforest-resorts\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EMalaysia Rainforest Resorts to Visit\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EOther places include the Taman Negara National Park where there is an entrance via Terengganu while at the capitol - Kuala Terengganu, you have the opportunity to see the old city style of Malaysia and \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/03\/terengganu-chinatown.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ETerengganu Chinatown\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;is also a recommended place to explore.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThere are only a handful of traditional boat makers left and you can find them at Pulau Duyong, an island in between a river mouth in the city area. Currently, there are three boat makers located here for those wanting to see how they are made.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EPlaces of interest around Terengganu;\u003Cbr \/\u003E• Pasar Payang Market\u003Cbr \/\u003E•\u0026nbsp;Noor Arfa Craft Complex\u003Cbr \/\u003E• Terengganu Chinatown\u003Cbr \/\u003E•\u0026nbsp;Islamic Civilization Park\u003Cbr \/\u003E•\u0026nbsp;Terengganu State Museum\u003Cbr \/\u003E•\u0026nbsp;Kenyir Elephant Village\u003Cbr \/\u003E•\u0026nbsp;Lake Kenyir Visit\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E• Turtle Watching at Rantau Abang\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-xsFaHPLWO-8\/WBAwuYtd0mI\/AAAAAAAA28k\/A6RCb6TVyMwCrp-EX9xXqUxtt8D7Y8sVQCLcB\/s1600\/tanjong-jara-resort.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-xsFaHPLWO-8\/WBAwuYtd0mI\/AAAAAAAA28k\/A6RCb6TVyMwCrp-EX9xXqUxtt8D7Y8sVQCLcB\/s640\/tanjong-jara-resort.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"font-size: 12.8px;\"\u003ETerengganu's beautiful resorts, Tanjong Jara Resort\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat to eat in Terengganu?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ELots of Seafood, Keropok Lekor and the very unique local Malay food dishes are a must-try for anyone visiting Terengganu. For the serious foodies, there are some very traditional dishes available too, but one needs to ask locals about them. At the resorts or islands, you can find all kinds of local and international cuisines too. For those safe eaters, there are international fast food chains around Kuala Terengganu and Dungun town.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat to buy in Terengganu?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EBatik fabrics are well known in Terengganu and you can visit some of the Batik factories to see how they are hand drawn and made. Other\u0026nbsp;popular\u0026nbsp;unique items here include the traditional brass ware, Songket fabrics and handicrafts, and a great place to see or buy them is at Pasar Payang Market.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat to expect in Terengganu?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-KtMnPdRcOeg\/WBBjIJnhu5I\/AAAAAAAA2-8\/FjNh1WW_lZIkIk3psmzHsHHfEuFIZ2C6gCLcB\/s1600\/things-to-do-in-terengganu.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"275\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-KtMnPdRcOeg\/WBBjIJnhu5I\/AAAAAAAA2-8\/FjNh1WW_lZIkIk3psmzHsHHfEuFIZ2C6gCLcB\/s400\/things-to-do-in-terengganu.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ETerengganu Chinatown\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003ELots of old world charms, smiles and friendly faces. However, to move around here, you need at least two to three days to see most of the attractions.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EBut if you are planning to do both islands and mainland, then it would be recommended to spend about five to seven days here. The city is a daytime city, so everything happens before dusk. During the fasting month, almost all restaurants are closed in the day and only open in the evenings.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGetting to the islands in Terengganu\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe main islands are all about 30 to 45 minutes boat rides from the main land. However, you should double check as to which jetty you will depart from as different islands operate from different jetties in Terengganu. Flying in, you will land in Kota Baharu, Kelantan and then take a one hour taxi or van drive down to the jetties.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest time to go to Terengganu?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAfter the monsoon season (October till March) is the best time to go, however you should take note of the fasting month in Malaysia and many vendors, stalls and shops close to observe the 'Puasa' hence you will only fine them open around 6.00 pm in the cities and towns. The island resorts are not affected by this, so if you are staying at any of the islands, you should not be worried.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EFor more travel and general information, you can also visit the Tourism Terengganu website -\u0026nbsp;http:\/\/tourism.terengganu.gov.my\/\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere is Terengganu?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ETerengganu is located on the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia and to get here, you can either take a bus (6-7 hours), self drive (5-6 hours) or fly from Kuala Lumpur which is only 45 minutes. Once in Terengganu, you can take the local taxis around town or if you are headed to the islands, the local boat service.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ELangkawi Island - Kedah\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-tRN98MLctAY\/WBAwqbUM5OI\/AAAAAAAA28Y\/d2bTwr4TDVE7h6EcfMWcoRFqr1XB7SU9wCLcB\/s1600\/places-to-go-langkawi.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-tRN98MLctAY\/WBAwqbUM5OI\/AAAAAAAA28Y\/d2bTwr4TDVE7h6EcfMWcoRFqr1XB7SU9wCLcB\/s640\/places-to-go-langkawi.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EBeautiful white sand beaches in Langkawi\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EKnown as the Jewel of Kedah, this northern state near Penang Island called Langkawi Island is one of the most visited islands in Malaysia due to the beautiful beaches, lush tropical rainforest and the stunning hotels and resorts which caters from budget to luxury tourist. The island is also well known as a duty free island where you can get cheap chocolates, alcohol and many other items. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat to do in Langkawi?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right; text-align: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-BiskCzLgttA\/WBAwqpDrYII\/AAAAAAAA28c\/TUahKDISogUwI7GggnvJ1JzMI_Ub9KnKgCLcB\/s1600\/things-to-do-in-langkawi.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"265\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-BiskCzLgttA\/WBAwqpDrYII\/AAAAAAAA28c\/TUahKDISogUwI7GggnvJ1JzMI_Ub9KnKgCLcB\/s400\/things-to-do-in-langkawi.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EPantai Cenang activities in Langkawi\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EThere is quite a lot to do around the island, depending on what you like. For beach lovers, Pantai Cenang is the most popular beach here while there are many other beaches which are less crowded.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ENature lovers can go for hikes, treks or even bird watching, for wellness lovers, there are a lot of spas found throughout the island in the form of shops to resorts and also to luxury spas.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EShopping is quite popular for the locals therefore Kuah town is one of the popular places and the other shopping places in Langkawi are located along Pantai Cenang Beach.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPopular things to do in Langkawi;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E• Mangrove River Cruises at Kilim Geopark\u003Cbr \/\u003E•\u0026nbsp;Cable Car Ride to Mat Cincang Mountain\u003Cbr \/\u003E•\u0026nbsp;Parasailing at Tanjung Rhu\u003Cbr \/\u003E•\u0026nbsp;Telaga Tujuh Waterfalls\u003Cbr \/\u003E•\u0026nbsp;Sunset Dinner Cruise\u003Cbr \/\u003E•\u0026nbsp;3D Art Museum\u003Cbr \/\u003E•\u0026nbsp;Visit a Night Market in Kuah Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat to eat in Langkawi?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ELocal Malay food is one of the must-try cuisines, especially in the local village areas as the northern style is very different from the center and south of Malaysia. Seafood is also a very popular dish but again, just on the surface level and not comparable to those on the east coast of Malaysia or Sabah.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EPantai Cenang is loaded with all kinds of restaurants, cafes and bars offering from local to international cuisines, so this would be a great place to start. For an evening to remember, I would personally recommend dining on the beach at \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2014\/06\/one-of-best-restaurants-in-langkawi.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ELa Luna Restaurant\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;at\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2014\/04\/casa-del-mar-langkawi-review.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003ECasa del Mar\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;along Pantai Cenang and best to make reservations. Another unique eatery is located at Bon Ton Villas, which is along the same road here.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-a4Tz8v58BsU\/WBAwtJi0moI\/AAAAAAAA28g\/_tUOneJ987wLJ7_3EwP1UIyl7QP8W-psQCLcB\/s1600\/where-to-go-in-langkawi.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"428\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-a4Tz8v58BsU\/WBAwtJi0moI\/AAAAAAAA28g\/_tUOneJ987wLJ7_3EwP1UIyl7QP8W-psQCLcB\/s640\/where-to-go-in-langkawi.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EKnown as the Jewel of Kedah, Langkawi is one of the popular tropical islands to visit in Malaysia\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat to buy in Langkawi?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EDuty free products, among the top are chocolates, liquor, beer, cameras, sporting goods, cookery items and the list goes on. \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2011\/05\/langkawi-duty-free-shopping.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EDuty free shopping in Langkawi\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;is one of the highlights when visiting the island and the main places to get these are in Kuah Town or along Jalan Pantai Cenang. There are quite a number of duty free shops and even supermarkets in Langkawi for the serious shopper.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat to expect in Langkawi?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EQuiet day time and busy nights. Most of the visitors to Langkawi would do the general sightseeing in the day and come nightfall, you can see popular places around the island come to life, especially \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2011\/06\/pantai-cenang-beach-in-langkawi.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EPantai Cenang Beach\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E. You can also expect to be moving around for activities and one of the best ways is to rent a car or motorbike in Langkawi Island.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest time to go to Langkawi?\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EI would say anytime of the year, but during the months of December till February,the island can get really crowded due to the festive holidays. January to March is also the dry season where rain will not damper any holiday moods too, but on a general note, the best time to visit Langkawi is from October till April.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EMore information on Kedah - http:\/\/www.discover-kedah.my\/\u003Cbr \/\u003EMore information on Langkawi -\u0026nbsp;http:\/\/naturallylangkawi.my\/EN\/Home\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere is Langkawi?\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ELangkawi Island is up north of Malaysia, above Penang Island and bordering Thailand and the best way to get here is to fly to the Langkawi International Airport from KL which is only about an hour. Once on Langkawi, rent a car or bike and move around as it is much easier.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-p3oxivpaASA\/WBAyCr_WaRI\/AAAAAAAA28w\/BhNy3krXo68SNdbQHtbrn1DRKZRknB4QQCLcB\/s1600\/kilim-geoforest-langkawi.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"420\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-p3oxivpaASA\/WBAyCr_WaRI\/AAAAAAAA28w\/BhNy3krXo68SNdbQHtbrn1DRKZRknB4QQCLcB\/s640\/kilim-geoforest-langkawi.jpg\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003EKilim Geoforest in Langkawi\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EBasically I have just summarized the list to the above and there are in fact many other places to visit in Malaysia, just that these are currently the most popular places in Malaysia that many visitors are heading too. I also have another article called \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/01\/where-to-go-in-malaysia-for-2016.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003Ewhere to go in Malaysia for 2016\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;for those interested to know a little more.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAgain, the best time to \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2015\/12\/visit-malaysia-2016.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #38761d;\"\u003EVisit Malaysia in 2016\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;is just about anytime as we are a tropical country and it is warm throughout the year. During the school holidays or major festive holidays, popular tourism places can get very crowded so it is always best to double check your dates to see if they clash with any major public holidays or school holidays in Malaysia.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThis article is created by me as I have been traveling all over the country in the last few years and not one of those top 10 lists that is created by researching facts on the internet. There are too many people out there claiming they know it all with just one trip to Malaysia, but I would like to stress that this is written by a Malaysian who is involved with the tourism and travel industry and who has been traveling around the country for the last 10 years for my work.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EIf you have any comments or feedback, please leave them in the comment form below and I will respond to each and every one, based on my availability and I hope you enjoyed this article of Best Places to Visit in Malaysia 2017. Have a wonderful trip here if you are planning to come this year.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/feeds\/2611041057273548028\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/comment.g?blogID=9197563430820577837\u0026postID=2611041057273548028\u0026isPopup=true","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/2611041057273548028"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/9197563430820577837\/posts\/default\/2611041057273548028"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http:\/\/blog.malaysia-asia.my\/2016\/10\/best-places-to-visit-in-malaysia-2017.html","title":"Best Places to Visit in Malaysia 2017"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"David Jr"},"uri":{"$t":"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/117203203652634549205"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-oz5-8huLcgw\/AAAAAAAAAAI\/AAAAAAAAO1E\/h3G-X02AJWU\/s512-c\/photo.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-p9V8yF9qCqA\/WA8T6rzuIHI\/AAAAAAAA28I\/37_RuLErU0k5CNlVIEc7MQTdtAGjF5WgQCLcB\/s72-c\/best-places-to-visit-in-malaysia-2017.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"},"georss$featurename":{"$t":"Malaysia"},"georss$point":{"$t":"4.210484 101.97576600000002"},"georss$box":{"$t":"-11.796052 81.321469000000022 20.21702 122.63006300000002"}}]}});