Sarawak Regatta

14 September 2012 - 16 September 2012

Historically and culturally significant, the Sarawak Regatta traces its origins to the days of the Rajah Charles Brooke. The regatta relives the former glory with traditional long boat and dragon boat races, as well as a host of traditional contests and games.

Kuching Waterfront, Sarawak

Artist Puts Her Art In Heart

In fact, Christine creates a similar effect in her pieces by using strong lines, bold strokes, interwoven shapes and warm colors to express her interpretation of nature. Many of her works focus on trees which she says are a symbol of life.

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Merdeka Day

Hari Merdeka (Independence Day) is a national day of Malaysia commemorating the independence of the Federation of Malaya from British colonial rule in 1957, traditionally celebrated at Dataran Merdeka on August 31 each year.

Malaysia IT Fair 2012

31 August - 2 September 2012

Mid Valley Megamall

Phone 03 - 7802 2288

Website http://www.malaysiaitfair.com.my/

Popzzical

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Merdeka Millennium Endurance Race

The Merdeka Millennium Endurance Race is one of the premier racing events in the country. It is the first 12-hour endurance race organized and promoted by locals, and is the ultimate test of a driver’s skills, a machine's limits, and a team's endurance strategy.

29 August 2012 - 01 September 2012

Sepang International Circuit, Selangor

Phone +603-8778 2200

Back To The Streets - An Original AFC Production

In its latest production, the clipboard carrying Gundam loving male chef is paired with the bubbly celebrity female DJ where they play secret agent types with a subtle undercurrent of romance. If it sounds familiar, it should. 

Last July 24th, The Asian Food Channel (AFC) premiered its first ever, fully produced Malaysian travelogue, airing regionally in Asia to more than 45 million AFC viewers in ten different territories. Viewers in Malaysia can of course catch the AFC Original Production nationwide on Astro channel 703.

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Bulan Ramadan at The Olive Tree

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Balik Kampung Buffet at Prince Hotel

Prince Hotel And Residence Kuala Lumpur 

Jalan Conlay, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

1 Aug - 18 Aug, 2012

Balik Kampung Buffet

Available from Monday to Friday

From 6.30pm – 10.30pm

RM108++ per person

Complimentary dinner for children under 12 years old

19 Aug & 20 Aug, 2012

A Nostalgic Hari Raya

RM98++ per person

Complimentary dinner for children under 12 years old

For reservations, please call (603) 2170 8888.

Berbuka Puasa @Summit

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Ramadhan Bazaar at Paya Serai, PJ Hilton

Paya Serai at Hilton Petaling Jaya is back with its famous over-the-top Ramadhan Bazaar.

Break fast or “Berbuka Puasa” at Paya Serai, Hilton Petaling Jaya, is definitely an occasion not to be missed. Serving an extravagant spread of over 100 local as well as international delights, the extensive buffet contains a large variety of options. Moreover, the buffet menu is on rotation everyday – there is always something new to try!

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Sarawak - Baby Turtle Against The Mighty Sea

We were richly rewarded for taking up this offer when we got to witness firsthand the release of day old baby turtles from the hatchery into the sea. At 6am on our last day there, they were released facing the beach, but their inbuilt GPS kicked in and they all did a 360° turn and headed for the open sea.  

 

A not-to-be-missed exciting first hand account about turtle conservation at the stunningly beautiful Tanjung Datu National Park, Sarawak.

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Kuching Food Trek

No trip to Kuching would be complete without the local food, now would it?

We did our fair share of food hunting. Hey, it's a tough job but somebody's gotta do it, right?
 

Click on each of these for a taste of our culinary adventures.

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Carpenter Street

Madam Tang Laksa

101 Premier Food Court

Old Bazaar Cafe

Frigglive Review - Rainforest World Music Festival 2012

The legendary group jam at the end of the festival did produce the expected fireworks, but those of us staying at One Santubong Hotel were privileged to an after party started by Mamadou and Seydou Diabate with various other musicians joining in that lasted till the wee hours. Man, did we rumble in the jungle! Don't miss the video. Click here for more...

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