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Road Map Of Second Penang Bridge (Jambatan kedua Pulau Pinang)

2014-02-26T16:57:00.002+08:00

Road Map Of Second Penang Bridge (Jambatan kedua Pulau Pinang)

Map of Second Penang bridge or Jambatan Kedua Pulau Pinang overlay over Google Map http://map.jambatankedua.com.my/ . Original Google Map still not showing the map of the Second Penang bridge.

Second Penang Bridge Road Map KML file can be download from this link :-

http://goo.gl/maps/00aaG

Want to embbed the Second Penang Brige map in your blog or website, please get the HTML codes here.

http://map.jambatankedua.com.my/?output=dev

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This article dated 26 Feb 2014

Last Minute Travel Checklist To Malaysia

2014-01-26T12:47:00.000+08:00

Last Minute Travel Checklist To Malaysia

Welcome To Malaysia and in Malay language. "Selamat datang ke Malaysia". you can use Google Translate to help you to translate content in Malay into English or any other language. English to Malay dictionary can be easily bought in any book stores around Malaysia.

Check out this checklist to Malaysia, that contain guides and websites to make sure you have got everything taken care before your travel to Malaysia. For any websites suggested here, please locate the English language button to view contents in English.

(1) Passport and Visas.

1.1) All passports must be valid for at least six months and beyond the intended visiting period.

Immigration Department of Malaysia

http://www.imi.gov.my/

Tel: +6038000800

1.2) Malaysian Missions Oversea. Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Malaysia.

http://www.kln.gov.my/web/guest/mission

As at January 2014, Malaysia maintains diplomatic relations with countries and international organisations through 105 missions in 83 countries abroad. Please use the link above to check Malaysia Embassy for your country.

Please visit or call Malaysia embassy in your country for visa information and registration.

(2) Your country's embassy contact information in Malaysia

Ministry of Forgien Affair (Wisma Putra)

http://www.kln.gov.my/

Register yourself with your country embassy when you arrive in Malaysia. This will help them to locate you for any emergency alerts.

(3) Debit and credit cards

All automatic teller machine (ATM) for all banks in Malaysia accepted Mastercard and Visa to withdraw money. Most of hotels, shops and business premises can accept Visa or Mastercard, debit and credit card.

You need to call your local bank before traveling to Malaysia to check your debit or credit card can be use in Malaysia.

Visit Bank Negara Malaysia website, for information about financial in Malaysia.

http://www.bnm.gov.my/

Local bank websites list can be view here.

Major local banks in Malaysia.

Maybank

http://www.maybank2u.com.my/

CIMB Bank

http://www.cimb.com.my/

local currency is called Ringgit Malaysia (RM)

1 US Dolar = RM2.8 (For estimation only. Rate may vary everyday). Visit local bank websites for up to date information.

(4) Guidebooks and maps

Visit the websites for more Malaysia guide and travel information

http://travel.songketmail.org/

http://www.tourismmalaysia.gov.my/

http://www.virtualmalaysia.com/

Tourism Info Line : 1-300-88-5050 (Within Malaysia)

or +603 2615 8188

List of Hotels in Malaysia

http://malaysia-budget-hotel.blogspot.com/

(5) Emergency information

Civil Defence

http://www.civildefence.gov.my/

Emergencies Ambulance/Police/Fire and Rescue Department dial

999

(6) Others

It's hot and rainy in Malaysia. All important documents should be keep in water proof beg or folder. Keep it safe.

Doctors prescription.

Remember to bring along your doctor letter of type of medicine you may need to buy in Malaysia.

Travel insurance
Tickets (air, train and bus)

Cold and flu medicine
Antibiotics
Anti-diarrhoea tablets

This items can be buy in Malaysia mostly at Pharmancy like Guardian or Watson.

Lipbalm
Moisturiser
Sanitary pads
Tissues
Body and hand lotion
comb and brush
Shampoo and conditioner
Contact lens and cleanser
Cosmetics and perfume
Lozenges
Eye drops
Anticeptic cream
Slippers
Disposable underwear
Swimsuit
Gloves, socks and caps
condom

Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival

http://www.malaysiamegasale.com.my/

The pulsating world of Malaysian shopping.

(7) Safety Tips

Stay alert, use common sense and be aware of your surroundings. If you think you're being followed, step into a store or another public place and wait to see whether the person passed by.

Dress conservatively and inconspicuously - take your fashion cues from local women. In certain cultures, what you consider attractive casual clothing may seen as provocative or inappropriate, even offensive, which could spark harrassment.

Leave behind a detailed itinerary and photocopies of your passport's identification page and your flight and ticket information at home.

Warning. Trafficking in illegal drugs carries the death penalty in Malaysia.

(8) Record your information and keep it with your belongings

- Name, address and phone number of home country

- Identity and passport number

- Person(s) to notify in cases of emergency

- Health status eg, if any chronic illnesses like diabetes or hypertension

- Allergies to any medications, food etc

- Immunization records

- Name, address and phone number of your doctor

- Travel information policy

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Lost In Kuala Lumpur Route One Path One

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Making Money Online

http://cybermoney2u.blogspot.com/

First published : 15 August 2008 12:11 PM

Festival Layang-layang Sedunia (World Kite Festival)

2014-01-05T18:30:00.000+08:00

This annual World Kite Festival is held in Pasir Gudang allowing kite makes from over 30 countries to showcase their colourful and creative kite designs as well as their incredible flying skills.

Date : 19 Feb 2014 – 23 Feb 2014

Venue : Bukit Layang-Layang, Taman Bandar Pasir Gudang, Johor

Phone : +607-251 3720/ 21/ 22

Fax : +607-251 5260

Organiser : Pasir Gudang Municipal Council

1001 Inventions: Discover The Golden Age Of Muslim Civilisation

2014-01-05T18:25:00.001+08:00

1001 INVENTIONS is a leading and an award-winning international science and cultural heritage brand reaching over 60 million people globally is now touring in Malaysia for 3 years starting at the National Science Centre, Kuala Lumpur.

Exhibition details
Free Entry to the National Science Centre with every purchase of 1001 INVENTIONS tickets.
Opens daily from 9am to 5pm.

Venue : National Science Centre (PSN), Kuala Lumpur
Contact Person : Ms.Sabariah Daud: +6019 212 9880 / David Oh: +6019 382 7723 / Nicholas Cheah: 012 212 5699

For Group Packages : +6010 403 1001 / +603 7804 5122

Tickets

Adults @ RM20
Child (7-17yrs) / Students with ID @ RM15
Senior citizens @ RM15.00
Pre-school (4-6 yrs) @ RM6.00
Family Package (2 Adults + 2 Child) @ RM60
Group packages – please contact group packages team

Website : http://www.1001inventions.com.my

Visit Malaysia 2014

2014-01-05T18:15:00.001+08:00

Visit Malaysia Year 2014 is the nation's biggest and grandest tourism celebration with Malaysia Truly Asia's endless wonders of events, festivals and activities all-year round. This is the perfect time to see, feel and experience Malaysia!

To know Malaysia is to love Malaysia.... Malaysia Truly Asia :)

Brazil Nut Trees and Nuts At Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM)

2013-06-01T03:13:00.001+08:00

Brazil Nut is not like its name, not from the bean family. Brazil Nut Family Tree is from Ericales like cranberries and bluebarry.

Brazil Nut trees are tall and big. The fruits are hard and not easy to be break. Please refer to the picture below.

Brazil Nut

If you are interested to see the Brazil Nut trees, please visit the Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM). FRIM is Malaysian forestry research center and the famous tropical forest research center in the world. Vast forest reserve area planted with various trees for study and research. Give your support to FRIM in maintaining forest research by visiting the official website of FRIM

http://www.frim.gov.my/

Facilities such as canopy walkway, camping sites, nature trails and other attractions. And do not forget to ask about the Brazil Nut trees.

National Craft Day 2012

2012-02-09T01:00:00.001+08:00

See the arts and crafts at Kuala Lumpur Craft Complex. You may be able to find some souvenir here. Fashion shows and cooking demo will be held here as well.

Date : 22 Feb 2012 - 5 Mar 2012

Tel: +6 03 2162 7459

Website: http://www.kraftangan.gov.my

International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta 2012 Putrajaya

2012-02-05T01:13:00.000+08:00

Twelve countries are expected to take part in the 4th Putrajaya International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta 2012.
Urban Well-being Minister Datuk Raja Nong Chik Raja Zainal Abidin said.The countries included Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Poland and the United States.

The fiesta, with the theme “1World, 1Malaysia and 1Fiesta”, will see 25 hot air balloons adorn the sky over Putrajaya.

Khairudin Abdul Rani, chief executive officer of AKA Balloons Sdn Bhd, the main event organiser, said some of the newly introduced activities this year include a street touch rugby tournament for families, a bicycle fest, water sport activities and extreme sports.

“In the 2012 fiesta, we will see the return of the ever highly anticipated “night glow” event where the hot air balloons will participate in a light and sound show on the night of March 17, culminating in a beautiful display of fireworks,” he said.

He said thousands of local and international visitors are expected to attend the four-day fiesta this year compared to about 250,000 visitors in 2011.

Tel : +603 7981 8769

Website : www.myballoonfiesta.com

Thaipusam

2012-02-04T23:29:00.000+08:00

Thaipusam is celebrated during the full moon of the 10th month in the Hindu calendar. It is normally held in the last week of January or the beginning of February, depending on the alignment of the sun, moon and planets.

A pilgrimage procession takes place to bring the statue of Lord Muruga, who represents virtue, youth and power, on a silver chariot led by more then 60 Kavadis adorned with peacock feathers from Little India to the Nattukottai Chettiar Temple atop the hill of Waterfall Road.

Date :7 Feb 2012

Chinese New Year Open House Celebration

2012-01-04T21:45:00.000+08:00

This Malaysia Events 2012 auspicious occasion is celebrated for 15 days by the Chinese of Malaysia. Other races join in the celebration by attending open houses throughout the country. Large scale open houses are organised with plenty of food for everyone to enjoy. Lion dance and angpows are given out during this time. This year's open house will be held in Johor Bahru.

Contact the Ministry of Culture Arts & Heritage, Malaysia for more information.

Tel: +6 03 2612 7600

Website: http://www.kpkk.gov.my

Royal Langkawi International Regatta 2012

2012-01-04T21:43:00.000+08:00

The Regatta organizers wish to mention to all participants that the underlying aim of the event is to provide competitive and enjoyable racing for all crews, irrespective of the design or vintage of their yachts.

Date : 9 January 2012 - 14 January 2012

The Regatta is organized by the RLIR 2012 committee in conjunction with the Malaysian Yachting Association (MYA - National Authority) under the patronage of the Royal Langkawi Yacht Club.

Enquiries and entries should be addressed to:

Regatta Secretariat

Royal Langkawi International Regatta,

Jalan Dato Syed Omar, 07000 Kuah, Langkawi,

Kedah Darul Aman, Malaysia.

Tel. +60 4 966 4078 Fax. +60 4 966 5078

International Surfing Competition

2012-01-04T21:36:00.000+08:00

This is the time of the year when the sea is rough and fishermen are not able to go to the sea. This is a good time for surfers to show their skills. This event is organized by Pahang State Tourism and the Ministry of Tourism

Date : 6 January 2012 - 8 January 2012
Organiser: Majlis Tindakan Pelancongan Negeri Pahang
Venue: Kampung Cherating Lama, Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia
Phone : +6 09 517 1111 or +6 09 517 1112

The Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2011

2011-12-08T20:31:00.000+08:00

Malaysia is once again proud to play host to the 11th edition of the LIMA Exhibition, which will be held from 6 – 10 December 2011 in Langkawi.

The Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition is the premier destination for aerospace and maritime manufacturers targeting the Asia Pacific growth markets. For nearly 22 years, LIMA has been serving exhibitor needs by assembling key decision makers from the defence, enforcement and civil sectors. In 2009, over 210 delegations from 40 countries gathered in Langkawi Island representing what was essentially this exact market in the world. LIMA’s carefully crafted programmes gave exhibitors the opportunity to access this invaluable market and help grow their business.

Since its inception in 1991, LIMA has gone from strength. From 150 companies in 1991, it attracted more than 450 companies from 25 countries with almost RM5 billion worth of business generated in the last exhibition held in 2009, and has now become one of the world’s premier aerospace exhibitions.

Kuala Lumpur International Batik 2011

2011-10-24T18:05:00.000+08:00

Date : 9 December 2011 - 11 December 2011

Organiser: Yayasan Budi Penyayang Malaysia (PENYAYANG)

Venue: Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC), Kuala Lumpur
Phone : 03 - 8946 0222

An event that showcases the multiple dimensions of Batik art and craft, technique and technology, marketing and business to the world.

Fabulous Food 1Malaysia - Street Food Festival

2011-10-24T17:48:00.000+08:00

Date : 1 December 2011
Organiser: Events Unit, Ministry of Tourism
Venue: Throughout Malaysia
Phone: 03 8891 7000
Website : www.motour.gov.my

Irresistible aromas, delicious tastes and lip-smacking flavours! Malaysia's street food is reputed to be among the best in the region. From spicy, subtle to sweet, the different tastes of local food will leave you absolutely delighted! Be adventurous and titillate your taste buds in this great festival!

Langkawi Birding & Fotofest 2011

2011-10-24T17:40:00.000+08:00

Date : 25 November 2011 - 27 November 2011
Organiser : Natural History Tours Sdn Bhd ,No 1, Lot 1392, Jalan Tanjung Rhu
Venue : The Andaman Luxury Collection, Langkawi
Phone : 6019 225 2300
Fax : 604 959 1804

Celebrate all things birds and wildlife set within one of the worlds most beautiful group of islands in the world. Join BirdRace, Wildlife Photography Competitions, lectures and workshops on conservation, eco-tourism and exhibitions of the latest products for wildlife enthusiasts.

Monsoon Cup 2011

2011-10-24T17:34:00.001+08:00

Date : 22 November 2011 - 27 November 2011
Organiser: Tbest Events Sdn Bhd

Venue: Pulau Duyong, Kuala Terengganu ,Terengganu
Phone: 03-7954 2204
Website : http://monsooncup.com.my/

A prestigious competition, the Monsoon Cup Terengganu is dubbed as the 'Formula One of Sailing'. Locals and foreign tourists will find a range of interesting programmes held to coincide with the competition, including displays of Terengganu's splendid arts and heritage.

Deepavali 'Festival of Lights'

2011-10-24T17:29:00.000+08:00

Date : 26 October 2011

Deepavali or the 'Festival of Lights' is celebrated by Hindus with prayers, family gatherings and festivities. Open houses are held where family and friends visit each other and enjoy delicious traditional goodies.

Diwali is celebrated 20 days after Dussehra, on the 13th day of the dark fortnight of the month of Ashwin (October / November). Diwali is a New Year festival in the Vikrama calendar, where it falls on the night of the new moon in the month of Kartika.

It is a festival of lights celebrating the victory of good over evil, light over darkness, and knowledge over ignorance. On this day homes are decorated, sweets are distributed by everyone and thousands of lamps lit to create a world of fantasy. The festival symbolizes unity in diversity as every state celebrates it in its own special way.

Looking For Strawberry Farm In Kuala Lumpur Malaysia

2011-09-29T17:28:00.002+08:00

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Strawberry farms do exist in the vicinity of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Strawberry trees and fruits need cold weather to growth and most of the farms are build at highland mountains of Banjaran Titiwangsa like Cameron Highland, Pahang. Cameron Highlands, Pahang is famous for its strawberry farms growth in Malaysia and a strawberry farm at Genting Highlands, Pahang, not far from Kuala Lumpur.

That's our goal for our weekend travel. To find fruit red ripe strawberry ripe to be eaten by dipping into melted chocolate.

Our objective is to visit the strawberry farm on top of Genting Highland, Pahang. Other then strawberry farm, they also have mushroom farms, flower gardens and cafes thats surve strawberries.

To go there please refer to the address below.

Genting Leisure Strawberry Farms

Strawberry Farms Genting Leisure Sdn. Ltd. (839816-K)
No.1, Lot 3707, Jalan Jati 2,
City Gohtong City,
69000 Genting Highlands,
Pahang. Malaysia.
Tel: + 603-6100 1121
Fax: + 603-6100 1135

Services Lines
Tel: + 603-6100 1152

and this strawberry farm website: -

http://www.gentingstrawberry.com/

Reference and shared our journey with you.

Google Map to Genting Leisure Strawberry Farms

http://maps.google.com/maps/place?cid=1881568206905366181

GPS Coodinate

3.39885, 101.76655
+3 ° 23 '55.86 ", +101 ° 45' 59.58"

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Reference Gowalla

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More travel information around Malaysia

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List of Malaysia Hotels and Accommodation For Traveler and Visitors to Malaysia

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Distance Between Tip of Asia Tanjung Piai To Tip of Borneo Kudat Sabah

2011-09-28T03:19:00.000+08:00

Distance Between Tip of Asia Tanjung Piai, Kukup, Johor To Tip of Borneo Kudat, Sabah

To view the Map visit Google Map link below

http://goo.gl/maps/ndFW

Total distance between Tanjung Piai, Kukup, Johor to tip of Borneo Tanjung Simpang Mengayau is

2874.70 km

A) Tanjung Piai On Google Map

http://goo.gl/maps/QHAe

Add your review for Tanjung Piai, Kukup, Johor

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B) Tip of Borneo on Google Map

Search Google Map http://maps.google.com/ for

7.036658, 116.742622

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tanjung_Simpang_Mengayau

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F1 Sepang International Circuit Malaysia

2011-04-04T15:22:00.000+08:00

Sepang International Circuit Malaysia

Sepang International Circuit is the place for Formula 1 F1 Petronas Malaysian Grand Prix.

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=Kuala+Lumpur,+Malaysia&layer=&ie=UTF8&z=15&ll=2.760748,101.73739&spn=0.017875,0.029182&t=k&om=1

Sepang International Circuit

http://www.malaysiangp.com.my/

Save Our Heritage Atkinson Clock Tower Petition

2010-09-18T14:33:00.001+08:00

Save Our Heritage Atkinson Clock Tower Petition

To: The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Environment / Sabah Government

We, the people of Sabah and concerned Malaysians are appealing to the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Environment under the Sabah State Government for the following:   

1) To put a halt to the development of the 16-storey commercial shopping mall and hotel to be built immediately next to the 105-year-old historical Atkinson Clock Tower, Kota Kinabalu’s heritage landmark built in 1905.   

2) Redefine and gazette a larger area of the Atkinson Clock Tower hill and its surrounding environment to be safeguarded against commercial development for perpetuity.   

3) To counter propose and redevelop the site of Atkinson Clock Tower and its surroundings as a green lung, historical tourist attraction and public recreation park for the citizens of Kota Kinabalu city.

(Join our Facebook community on http://tinyurl.com/sabahheritage and read more about the issue on http://www.heritagesabah.blogspot.com)  

Sincerely,

http://www.petitiononline.com/sabah100/petition.html

Merlimau Pantai Jetty - Jetty Nelayan Merlimau Pantai

2010-09-15T02:52:00.004+08:00

Merlimau Pantai Jetty For Fishery for fishman boats to land and sell fish and others.

2.13019. N, 102.41614 E (coord.)

http://wikimapia.org/17386602//Jeti-Nelayan-Merlimau-Pantai

http://goo.gl/maps/895t

Jeti Nelayan Merlimau Pantai - 14 Sep 2010

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Colmar Tropicale Berjaya Hills Resort Bukit Tinggi Bentong Pahang

2009-10-16T11:14:00.001+08:00

Colmar Tropicale, Berjaya Hills Resort, Bukit Tinggi, Bentong, Pahang

Relish in century old Alsace charm at this French-themed resort, settled at 2,700 feet above sea-level amidst 80 acres of rainforests. Let the medieval French village and picturesque surroundings bring you back to an era steeped in culture and romance. From families and groups, to honeymooners and the pure romantics, Colmar Tropicale beckons you with enchanting grace and hospitality.

http://www.berjayahotel.com/berjayahills/index.asp

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Petrosains, The Discovery Centre Suria KLCC Kuala Lumpur Malaysia

2009-03-30T00:24:00.003+08:00

Petrosains, The Discovery Centre Suria KLCC Kuala Lumpur Malaysia

Petrosains is an interactive science discovery centre for people of all ages. It engages you through sight, sound, touch and smell & all aspects of the sciences-from the microscopic to the cosmic; from fearsome dinosaurs to the fascinating world of petroleum.

Parents

~ Nurture your child's natural curiosity and joy of discovery as you explore, learn and play together. With special exhibits for all age groups, you will experience the pleasure of lifelong learning while gaining valuable insights into how your child learns.

~ Educators
~ As partners in science-learning, we provide an alternative space for curriculum-based activities. Petrosains is endorsed by the Ministry of Education and we provide ongoing programs for your professional development.

Petrosains, The Discovery Centre
Level 4, Suria KLCC, PETRONAS Twin Towers, 50088 Kuala Lumpur
Info / Booking Line 603 2331 8181
http://petrosains.com.my

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