AROUND THE WORLD: YOUR TRAVELLING TIPS AND GUIDE

2017-11-04T05:11:00.001-07:00

Eiffel Tower Paris

2017-09-20T06:50:00.001-07:00

st dominique hotel paris

2017-05-25T22:27:00.001-07:00

Stay here for 5 nights. DISCOVER THE FEATURES OF THE HÔTEL SAINT-DOMINIQUE WITH A SINGLE CLICK. An outstanding location

World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE)

2017-05-23T07:32:00.001-07:00

Attending OIE delegate conference from 21 to 26 May 2016 which was attended by 180 members country to improve animal heslth and welfare worldwide at Maison De La Chimie, Paris.

Toilet is crowded at Dubai

2017-05-20T19:42:00.001-07:00

Dubai International Airport (IATA:DXB, ICAO: OMDB) (Arabic: مطار دبي الدولي) is the primary airport servingDubai, United Arab Emirates and is theworld's busiest airport by international passenger traffic.^[4] It is also the 3rd busiest airport in the world by passenger traffic,^[5] the 6th busiest cargo airport in world,^[6] the busiest airport for Airbus A380 and Boeing 777movements,^[7] and the busiest airport in the world operating with only two runways. In 2016, DXB handled 83.6 million passengers, 2.59 million tonnes of cargo and registered 418,220 aircraft movements.^[8]

My first trip to Mumbai

2016-12-13T05:38:00.001-08:00

Mumbai (formerly called Bombay) is a densely populated city on India’s west coast. A financial center, it's India's largest city. On the Mumbai Harbour waterfront stands the iconic Gateway of India stone arch, built by the British Raj in 1924. Offshore, nearby Elephanta Island holds ancient cave temples dedicated to the Hindu.

Vivanta Taj Hotel

2016-12-12T19:22:00.001-08:00

This palace-styled hotel, set amidst five acres of landscaped gardens, offers spacious comfort and rich, hospitable service. Vivanta by Taj – Aurangabad is a gateway to World Heritage Sites such as the Ajanta and Ellora caves and is conveniently located just 9 kilometres away from the airport and railway station.

A choice of accommodation, business facilities, banqueting facilities, dining options and unique Vivanta motifs makes it one of the best 5-star hotels in Aurangabad.

Find stylish, authentic experiences around every corner. Welcome to picture perfect elegance and royal grandeur. Connectivity is easy here, in a space where business meets leisure. Come for business. Stay for pleasure. On a weekend getaway or for a swift mid-week trip. However long or short your stay is, you will be spoilt for choice at Vivanta by Taj – Aurangabad.

Step into fantastic accommodation to get a taste of luxury.

The best hotel in Mumbai

2016-12-12T18:48:00.001-08:00

The Oberoi, Mumbai enjoys an unrivalled position on the exclusive Marine Drive, with unparalleled views of the ocean and the Queen's Necklace; a golden crescent of lights that adorns the shoreline after dark.

The centrepiece of our luxury hotel in Mumbai is the atrium lobby, abundant with natural light that flows through the tremendous skylight and large floor-to-ceiling windows. Tiled in flawless white Thassos marble and featuring a contemporary, black granite waterbody, all rooms, restaurants and spa facilities revolve around and branch off this focal point. In the midst of it all, a stylish, red piano occupies centrestage.

Mumbai (/mʊmˈbaɪ/; also known as Bombay,

2016-12-10T21:13:00.001-08:00

Mumbai (/mʊmˈbaɪ/; also known asBombay, the official name until 1995) is the capital city of the Indian state ofMaharashtra. It is the most populous city in India and the ninth most populous agglomeration in the world, with an estimated city population of 18.4 million. Along with the neighbouring regions of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, it is one of the most populous urban regions in the world and the second most populousmetropolitan area in India, with a population of 20.7 million as of 2011.^[11]^[12] Mumbai lies on the west coast of India and has a deep natural harbour. In 2009, Mumbai was named an alpha world city.^[13] It is also the wealthiest city in India,^[14] and has the highest GDP of any city in South, West, orCentral Asia.^[15] Mumbai has the highest number of billionaires and millionairesamong all cities in India.^[16]^[17]

Trident, Nariman Point Mumbai

2016-12-10T13:41:00.001-08:00

The Oberoi and Trident are two brands of five star hotels operated and sometimes owned by the Oberoi Hotels & Resorts located in several cities in India and across the world. When located together in a single complex, they are collectively called Oberoi Trident.

Oberoi Hotels & Resorts and Trident Hotels at Mumbai are located atNariman Point and are separately known as The Oberoi Mumbai andTrident, Nariman Point. They are both owned and managed by the Oberoi Hotels & Resorts. The two hotels are separate buildings, but are connected by a passage.

The hotels were initially known as Oberoi Towers/Oberoi Sheraton. The hotel was named as the Hilton Towers during the marketing alliance betweenHilton Hotels and the Oberoi Hotels & Resorts which lasted from 2004 until April 2008. In April 2008, the hotel was again renamed to Trident Towers.^[1]

The Hotel rate is between 150 to 200 USD.

The Orangutan

2016-05-08T01:12:00.001-07:00

The orang utan (pongo pygmaeus) is found in the rainforests of Malaysian Borneo (Sarawak and Sabah), Indonesian Borneo (Kalimantan) and North Sumatra. It is one of the world’s largest primates, and is almost completely arboreal (tree living). The word “orang” is Malay for “person” whilst “utan” is derived from “hutan” meaning forest. Thus, orang utan literally translates as “person of the forest”.

A mature male has large check pads and a pendulous throat sac. Adult males can reach a height of 150 cm (5 ft), weigh up to 100 kg (220lbs) and have an arm span of 240 cm (8 ft). Females are about three quarters of the height and half the weight of the males. Both sexes are covered with long reddish hair. Orang utan have a low reproductive rate, females usually giving birth to a single infant once every 7-8 years. Females reach sexual maturity at 12 years of age but generally don’t have their first offspring until two or three years later. Males reach sexual maturity at 15 but their cheek pads may not fully develop until a few years later. The life expectancy of orang utan in the wild is unknown but is thought to be less than in captivity, where some have lived to over 50 years of age.

Orang utan are primarily fruit eaters and spend most of the day roaming the forest foraging for food. They are particularly fond of wild figs and the pungent smelling durian. Although fruit is their most important source of food, they also feed on young leaves, insects, bark, flowers, eggs and small lizards. Each individual builds a new nest each night, a safe resting place 12-18 metres (40-60 ft) up in the roof of the forest.

Wild orang utan are generally solitary. However, adolescents often gather in pairs and females occasionally form temporary groups of four or five. This rather lonely existence stems both from the relative scarcity of food in the rainforest and from a lack of predators. A mature adult roams a vast area of forest every day in order to find enough food to satisfy its healthy appetite. Its huge size also eliminates the need for ‘group defence’.

The orang utan is an endangered species and is totally protected by law in Malaysia, Indonesia and internationally. Today, there are an estimated 20-27,000 orang utan left in the wild (perhaps 20,000 or so in Borneo and the rest in Sumatra). Deforestation, human encroachment on their habitat, indiscriminate hunting and the live animal trade: all are factors that have contributed to a decline in their numbers. To gain a better understanding of the orang utan and re-introduce rescued animals into the wild, both the Indonesian and Malaysian authorities have set up rehabilitation programmes. Sarawak’s centre at Semenggoh is open to the public so visitors can find out more about these highly intelligent creatures of the rainforest.

The Lanzienki Royal Park

2016-05-01T08:52:00.001-07:00

Łazienki Park (Polish: Park Łazienkowski or Łazienki Królewskie, literally "Baths Park" or "Royal Baths"; often rendered "Royal Baths Park") is the largest park in Warsaw, Poland, occupying 76 hectares of the city center.

The park-and-palace complex lies in Warsaw's central district (Śródmieście), on Ujazdów Avenue (Aleje Ujazdowskie) on the "Royal Route" linking the Royal Castle with Wilanów palace to the south. North of Łazienki Park, on the other side of Agrykola Street, standsUjazdów Castle.

Music for Everyone Frederick Chopin

2016-05-01T08:36:00.001-07:00

Frédéric François Chopin (/ˈʃoʊpæn/;French pronunciation: [fʁe.de.ʁik fʁɑ̃.swa ʃɔ.pɛ̃]; 1 March 1810 – 17 October 1849), born Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin,^{[n 1]} was a Polishcomposer and a virtuoso pianist of theRomantic era, who wrote primarily for the solo piano. He gained and has maintained renown worldwide as one of the leading musicians of his era, whose "poetic genius was based on a professional technique that was without equal in his generation."^[1] Chopin was born in what was then the Duchy of Warsaw, and grew up in Warsaw, which after 1815 became part of Congress Poland. A child prodigy, he completed his musical education and composed his earlier works in Warsaw before leaving Poland at the age of 20, less than a month before the outbreak of theNovember 1830 Uprising.

The Warsaw Old Town

2016-04-30T23:30:00.001-07:00

The Warsaw Old Town (Polish: Stare Miasto, and collectively with the New Town, known colloquially as: Starówka) is the oldest part of the capital city. It is bounded by the Wybrzeże Gdańskie, along with the bank of Vistula river,Grodzka, Mostowa and PodwaleStreets. It is one of the most prominent tourist attractions in Warsaw.

The heart of the area is the Old Town Market Place, rich in restaurants, cafés and shops. Surrounding streets feature medieval architecture such as the city walls, the Barbican and St. John's Cathedral.

Janusz Hotel

2016-04-30T13:13:00.001-07:00

Stay at Janusz Hotel

Room key

Polish Dinner

Nice bed

Wawrzyniak Hotel restauracja

2016-04-27T12:20:00.001-07:00

A remote place in Poland but really nice and beautiful landscape. The hotel also very unique with good wifi service. A check on google stated that the rate is RM215 per night.

Stay at Grupa Trip, Ossa Hotel

2016-04-25T20:46:00.001-07:00

Warsaw, Poland

2016-04-25T20:20:00.001-07:00

Warsaw is the sprawling capital of Poland. Its widely varied architecture reflects the city's long,

Stay at Novotel Hotel, Warsaw

2016-04-23T21:47:00.001-07:00

Book a room at the 4-star Novotel Warszawa Centrum with stunning views of the vibrant city of Warsaw. The hotel is located 5 minutes' walk from the Central Train Station, with historic sites, monuments, shops and cultural institutions close by for great sightseeing. Find relaxation away from the hustle and bustle of the city as well as exquisite cuisine in the hotel's modern bar and restaurant. Rate RM250 per night.

Doha Qatar

2016-04-22T21:20:00.001-07:00

Doha^{[pronunciation?]} (Arabic: الدوحة, ad-Dawḥa or ad-Dōḥa, literally in MSA: "the big tree", locally: "rounded bays")^[2] is the capital city and most populous city of the State of Qatar. Doha has a population of 956,460 within the city proper.^[1] The city is located on the coast of the Persian Gulf in the east of the country. It is Qatar's fastest growing city, with over 40% of the nation's population living in Doha or its surrounding suburbs, and it is also the economic center of the country. It comprises one of the municipalities of Qatar.

My first trip to Sydney and stay at Holiday Inn

2016-01-29T19:26:00.001-08:00

Arriving here at Sydney with Dr Thomass Wong around 10.00 pm. The temperature is 18 degree c. This is my first visit and I am very excited. We took a taxi to Hoilday Inn Hotel. It cost us AS45.

The hotel room cost RM750 per night.

Sydney Market

2016-01-29T19:24:00.001-08:00

A Must visit place in Sydney

Sydney Fish Market

General Opening Hours

SFM retailers are open from 7am every day except Christmas Day.

Our retailers generally close at 4pm Monday - Thursday, however for your convenience some of our retailers are open until 5pm Friday - Sunday. Fisherman's Wharf Restaurant dinner service is open until 11pm every night. For more detailed information on your favourite retailer, including trading hours and contact numbers, click here>

Office & Administration Hours

SFM office hours are from 7am to 4.30pm weekdays. We are in the office every week day, except public holidays.

Urgent Call to World Leaders to Prevent Catastrophic Climate Change

2015-11-13T20:41:00.001-08:00

Paris (AFP) - Rising seas from global warming could submerge swathes of New York and Shanghai, and drive millions of people into poverty worldwide, researchers warned Monday as climate-altering carbon levels broke new records.

The slew of fresh planetary warnings came as ministers met in Paris searching common ground of a crunch climate summit.

If the planet warms by four degrees Celsius (7.2 degrees Fahrenheit) -- double the targeted UN ceiling -- oceans will swallow land inhabited by more than 600 million people, said a survey by Climate Central, a US-based research group.

At the same time, the World Meteorological Organization said concentrations of climate-altering greenhouse gases in the atmosphere broke new records last year.

"Concentrations of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere are now reaching levels not seen on Earth for more than 800,000, maybe even one million years," WMO chief Michel Jarraud told reporters.

"This means we are now really in uncharted territory for the human race," he warned.

The new warnings came as environment and energy ministers met in Paris seeking convergence on issues still dividing nations negotiating for a climate rescue pact to be inked at a November 30-December 11 UN summit in the French capital.

Climate Central said that even if the agreement succeeds in limiting average global warming to 2C over pre-Industrial Revolution levels, areas today home to 280 million people would slip under the waves.

A separate World Bank study late Sunday said there could be "more than 100 million additional people in poverty by 2030" unless action is taken to stem climate change.

"The poor are more vulnerable to climate-related shocks than wealthier people," said the report, urging "strong action" from the Paris summit.

French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius, hosting ministers and climate envoys from 70 countries in Paris to prepare for the summit over which he will preside, issued his own dire warning.

"It is life on our planet itself which is at stake," he said at the start of talks Sunday.

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"There is absolute urgency" to achieve the 2 C goal, said Fabius. Anything higher would have "catastrophic consequences" -- including wars over dwindling water and other resources.

Fabius also announced that Russia's President Vladimir Putin would be among world leaders to attend the November 30 summit opening.

- High stakes -

The summit will be opened by some 100 heads of state and government, also including US President Barack Obama, China's Xi Jinping, and Narendra Modi of India.

It is meant to produce the first truly universal pact to rein in climate change by curbing emissions from burning fossil fuel.

Ministers are the ones who will ink the deal at the end.

They gathered in Paris for pre-summit talks, hoping to identify areas of possible consensus -- working off a blueprint for the deal compiled by rank-and-file diplomats over years of tough negotiations in the UN climate forum.

For now, the draft remains little more than a laundry list of often directly opposing national options for dealing with the challenge at hand.

Countries remain divided on issues of fairness and finance -- basically who must be doing what.

Developing countries insist rich ones should lead the way in slashing emissions as they have polluted for longer.

They also want assurances of finance to make the shift from cheap and abundant fossil fuel to greener energy sources, and to shore up defences against climate change-induced superstorms, drought, flood and sea-level rise.

But industrialised countries point the finger at emerging giants such as China and India spewing carbon dioxide as they burn coal to power expanding populations and economies.

As the bickering continues, the UN last week issued a fresh warning that national carbon-curbing pledges submitted to date set the stage for warming of about 3 C, or more.

Last month, scientists said the first nine months of 2015 had been the hottest on record worldwide.

Trip to Shanghai

2015-08-10T09:23:00.001-07:00

This post is to record my first trip to Shanghai and the beautiful pictures taken during my stay.

Hotel Perdana Kota Bharu

2015-06-06T01:12:00.001-07:00

Hotel Perdana rate RM265/night. 4 star hotel