Cititel Penang

Fast, attentive service By Putri Zanina It’s two different worlds inside and outside Cititel Penang, writes Putri Zanina IT’S just a few steps away from the busy stretch of Penang Road where sidewalk hawkers sell food and newspapers, and honking vehicles fight pedestrians for space. But it’s a different world inside Cititel Penang. With gleaming tiled floors in the cool, spacious lobby and a passage lined with a convenience store, café and restaurants...

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Kuala Selangor Tourism

Latar Expressway acts as window on wonders of Kuala Selangor Monday August 29, 2011 WITH the Hari Raya break around the corner, some people may prefer to go sight-seeing. Interesting places abound for the family to explore when on the new Latar Expressway — a 33km dual carriageway stretch of easy driving — and a whole array of travel gateways opens up for the entire family. And it is toll-free until Aug 31. If your idea is to spend time watching...

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Aquaria KLCC New Attractions

Mischievous baby otters and octopus star attractions at Aquaria KLCC By S. Puspadevi Friday August 26, 2011 IT WAS absolutely sheer enjoyment to watch baby otters playing with one another in a tank specially built to fit its habitat. Children, particularly, were amazed to watch these mammals actively teasing and playing with animal trainers of Aquaria KLCC. If you are one who loves marine and wildlife, you simply should not miss this opportunity...

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Ulu Muda, Kedah

How about hiking adventure in Ulu Muda, Kedah? Wild escapade in Ulu Muda By Tan Cheng Li Saturday August 20, 2011 The hidden realm of Ulu Muda astounds a group of nature-lovers. WE must go. The place is really wild. People have seen tigers there!" exclaimed Lai Choy one evening in May, when we were on a birding trip at Taman Negara Merapoh and were mulling over where to go next. The mere mention of the word "tiger" had us sold on the idea. So...

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Caving in Lost World of Tambun

How about caving in lost world of Tambun? Give spelunking adventure a try! Travel into the Lost World Valley Story and photos by Revathi Murugappan Saturday August 20, 2011 You have to wade through a water-filled tunnel and brave a variety of insects and slithering creatures to get to the Lost World Valley, nestled in the Lost World of Tambun theme park in Perak. EXPLORING caves is a popular recreational activity among outdoor enthusiasts. Crawling...

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Contemporary Glass Batik Exhibition

Contemporary Glass Batik Exhibition by Bowie and Kimi Visit the Island Gallery in Penang to view some unique art exhibition. Art with glass! Glass artists, Bowie and Kimi will showcase their masterpieces. Their unique artwork - "batik painting on glass" has been well acknowledged by the publ...

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Tanjung Sepat, Selangor

Fishing village with much to offer - Selangor Tourism By Sam Cheong Saturday August 13, 2011 TANJUNG SEPAT is one of the most prosperous districts in Selangor. Located southwest of Klang, this fishing village is known for two things — fresh seafood and Bak Kut Teh. It is also a popular destination for wedding shoots and one of the locations here called the 'Lover's bridge' is the village's main draw. Quaint sight: In-shore fishing boats moored...

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Wayang Kulit Shadow Play

Watching wayang kulit or shadow play may be an entertainment of yesteryears but it made an impressive comeback during a one-day workshop in Taiping. Wayang kulit makes impressive comeback at one-day workshop in Taiping By Raslan Haharom Tuesday August 9, 2011 Organised by Muzium Perak recently, the workshop drew about 50 people, including 30 students who were tasked with the job of making traditional wayang kulit characters. Fascinating story:...

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Sabah Tourism

More to Sabah tourism than Mount Kinabalu Tanjung Simpang Mengayau, northernmost tip of Borneo, a place like no other By Joshua Hendry Friday August 5, 2011 Mention Sabah and most people will immediately think of Mount Kinabalu, the tallest mountain in Malaysia. Not many are familiar with the name Tanjung Simpang Mengayau. The name refers to the location of the northernmost tip of Borneo, in the district of Kudat, Sabah. Located about 215km from...

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