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Source: Bernama |
2009-10-10 |
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Sabah Tourist Arrivals Up
SANDAKAN, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- Sabah's tourist arrivals in the first six months of the year increased by 0.3 per cent, as compared to the same period last year.
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Source: Bernama |
2009-10-04 |
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Malaysia Among Top Holiday Spots For Saudis - Mastercard
DUBAI, Oct 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is among the top holiday destinations among Saudi Arabian consumers, according to a recent MasterCard survey.
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Source: Bernama |
2009-09-21 |
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Pomelo To Become Part Of Herbal Products, Perfume
IPOH, Sept 21 (Bernama) -- The Pomelo, an agricultural product synonymous with Ipoh, will soon be marketed widely as herbal and perfume products.
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Source: Bernama |
2009-09-20 |
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Consider Kelantan As Holiday Destination During Festive Season
GUA MUSANG, Sept 20 (Bernama) -- With about 350 homestay facilities available throughout the state, Tourism Malaysia Kelantan wants those planning their holidays during the festive season, to consider the 'Cradle of Malay Culture' as their preferred destination.
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Source: The Star |
2009-09-09 |
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Artefacts from the Himalayan area
KECHARA Paradise — a lifestyle store that offers authentic, beautifully crafted artefacts from the Himalayan region – recently opened its fifth outlet at Sunway Pyramid in Petaling Jaya.
Religious works of art: The lifestyle store offers authentic, beautifully crafted artefacts from the Himalayan region.
Interior decorative pieces: The collection available at the Kechara Paradise Sunway Pyramid range from handcrafted pieces from the Himalayan region, particularly Nepal, North India and Tibet, to pieces that are created and designed in-house.
Inspired by traditions: Wealth vases or wish fulfilling vases, like this one, are among the items available at the outlet.
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Source: Daily Express |
2009-09-05 |
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Sabah domestic tourism growing despite challenge
Kota Kinabalu: Domestic tourism in Sabah has withstood global economic uncertainties and the Influenza A (H1N1) pandemic.
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Source: The Star |
2009-09-05 |
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Tried & tested
For travellers who like comfort at an affordable price, Novotel Kota Kinabalu 1Borneo more than delivers.
The outdoor pool at Novotel Kota Kinabalu 1Borneo.
A spacious standard room with a swivelling desk (right) that can be tucked away.
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Source: Bernama |
2009-09-04 |
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Tourist Arrivals Increasing Despite H1N1 Pandemic
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 4 (Bernama) -- Tourist arrivals in the country increased by 3.6 per cent in the first seven months of this year from 12.89 million arrivals registered in the same period last year, despite the global Influenza A(H1N1) pandemic and economic downturn.
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Source: The Star |
2009-09-04 |
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Tourist arrivals up despite global economic slowdown
KUALA LUMPUR: Tourist arrivals in Malaysia have increased despite the global economic slump and the pandemic influenza A (H1N1).
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Source: The Star |
2009-08-24 |
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Hotel occupancy hit by downturn, A(H1N1)
However, players say second half showing signs of improvement
PETALING JAYA: The global economic recession and threat of Influenza A(H1N1) have affected the country’s hotel occupancy, according to the Malaysian Association of Hotel Owners (MAHO).
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Source: The Star |
2009-08-20 |
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Tourism still thriving in Malaysia
Industry players upbeat on promising figures up to July
Tan Sin Chong ... ‘Although further uncertainty has been added, I am optimistic'.
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2009-08-20 |
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Venture to sharpen tourism-focused ideas
PETALING JAYA: Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd has partnered with tourism technologies expert Creative Advances Technology (Cat) to develop and commercialise tourism-focused technologies.
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Source: The Star |
2009-08-17 |
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New museum to spur Johor Baru
JOHOR BARU: The opening of the first Chinese history museum here will help bring the city back to life and spur tourism.
Majestic: The first Chinese history museum located along Jalan Ibrahim in Johor Baru.
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Source: The Star |
2009-08-16 |
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Step into hot springs
The Felda Residence Hot Springs in Sungai Klah, Sungkai, Perak, is said to have the most well-kept hot springs in the country.
Lush greenery: Take in the breathtaking scenery while soaking in the cool pool.
Cozy hut: The jacuzzi is able to fit eight adults and is located in a small hut, away from prying eyes.
Spacious: The villas at Felda Residence Hot Springs comes with a double bed, perfect for couples and family gatherings.
Boiling hot: Try boiling an egg to see how hot the water is at the hot spring in Felda Residence.
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Source: Malay Mail |
2009-08-13 |
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Holiday Villa celebrates 22-year anniversary
IT has been 22 years since Holiday Villa first opened its doors, and they are making quite an effort to celebrate it with guests. For one, Holiday Villa is giving away a Toyota Vios 1.5E (automatic transmission).
Holiday Villa Beach Resort Spa, Cherating
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Source: The Star |
2009-08-13 |
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Tourist arrivals up, says Ng
KUALA LUMPUR: Despite the Influenza A (H1N1) scare and the economic slowdown, the number of tourists last month increased by 3.9% compared to the same period last year.
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Source: New Strait Times |
2009-08-04 |
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At home with the Orang Asli
Curious about the Orang Asli? Ever wondered what they eat and how they entertain themselves? LAVIINIA DHANAGUNAN spends a day in a Semai village and comes away feeling a little envious of their simple way of life
Two Mah Meri men showing their carving skills
Men doing the sewang dance to the beat of the chenten
(From left) Tengku Mahkota Pahang, Tengku Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah and Tengku Puan Pahang, Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Sultan Iskandar and Dr Ng taking a closer look at Orang Asli craft
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Source: The Star |
2009-08-01 |
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Enchanting Lambir
Despite its Lilliputian size, Sarawak’s Lambir Hills National Park is a favourite stomping ground for nature lovers and scientists because of its stunning waterfalls and botanical riches.
Waterfalls like Dinding Waterfall, with a sheer drop of more than 30m and a sandy beach.
The giant fan palm (Licuala sp.) grows abundantly in Lambir.
The chalets at Borneo Tropical Rainforest Resort are surrounded by greenery.
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Source: The Star |
2009-07-30 |
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Resort city to drive tourism in Kuantan
KUANTAN: Bukit Gambang Resort City, a RM1bil project undertaken by Sentoria Development Sdn Bhd, is expected to spearhead the growth of the tourism industry in Kuantan town when completed in 10 years.
Datuk Gan Kim Leong (left) at the launch. Also present is Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Adnan Yaakob (right)
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Source: New Straits Times |
2009-07-30 |
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700-year-old Gua Musang temple to become tourist site
GUA MUSANG, Thurs: The oldest Chinese temple in the country, located in Kampung Pulai here, will be promoted as a new tourist destination through the Cuti-Cuti Malaysia campaign.
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