Bentong known for communality

Bentong known for communalityBy Sim Leoi LeoiSaturday February 23, 2008BENTONG: Walk along the main road of this small town and one cannot help but notice the abundance of signboards advertising clan houses and associations.In fact, for its small size – it has some 120,000 residents of whom 53,000 are registered voters – Bentong has a high number of clan associations and houses. At the last count, there are over 60.There are clan houses for the Lees,...

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Majestic Hotel reopens (Malacca)

Majestic Hotel reopensBy Steven DanielFriday February 15, 2008MALACCA: The Majestic Hotel has regained its colonial grandeur and sophistication that made it one of the prestigious hotels around in its heyday after a RM30mil restoration and expansion project.Reopened recently by Yang di-Pertua Negri Tun Khalil Yaakob, the Majestic Hotel is now part of the YTL stable of high-end, world-class luxury five-star hotels and resorts.Constructed in 1929 as...

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Ever peaceful Taiping

Ever peaceful TaipingSunday February 10, 2008A visit to this lovely town brings much bliss and serenity.Kuala Sepetang Wildlife SanctuaryThe Matang Mangrove Forest is the recipient of numerous international awards. This mangrove swamp is one of the best managed in the world and noted as an outstanding example of conservation and management of its rich biodiversity and mudflat ecosystems. It is a place no one should exclude from the itinerary when...

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Capitalising on agrotourism

Capitalising on agrotourismBy Errol OhSaturday February 9, 2008The agriculture sector and the tourism industry may be miles apart in some ways, but both are vital components of the Malaysian economy. The fact that the Ninth Malaysia Plan (9MP) devotes an entire chapter to each area underscores their potential and the Government's aim of increasing their contribution to the nation's growth. Ngiam: Tourist from Japan and Europe are most likely to visit...

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