Beautiful Malaysia

Malaysia Event 2018 ~ Dinosaurs Alive In Kuala Lumpur

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Mon, 11 Dec 2017 16:08:00 +0000

Dinosaurs are back from the dead and they are roaring in KL! The Dinosaur Alive pop-up Jurassic theme park is now open for children and adults alike to explore and learn about the prehistoric creatures while participating in exciting interactive activities.The exhibit is displaying over 40 life-size animatronic dinosaurs, each made to look as life-like as possible down to their reptilian skins. This is the chance for visitors to get up close and personal with dinosaurs -- including the infamous T-Rex -- in a primordial Jurassic-themed forest!

There are a wide range of activities for children to participate in like the dinosaur egg and fossil dig zone where aspiring palaeontologists can unearth their own fossils. Join in the fun filled activities like dinosaur bone assembling and dinosaur art and craft.Visitors can recharge themselves from their travel through time by taking a break at the themed food and beverage zones. There are also special dinosaur toys and merchandises for visitors who want to bring a piece of dinosaur history home.

Time
10 am to 10 pm daily

Venue
The Lanai, Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTiC), Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur

Organiser
The Creative Alliance

Contact
+603 9235 4800 / 4900 – Number of MaTiC

LEGOLAND® Malaysia

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Mon, 11 Dec 2017 05:48:00 +0000

LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort is packed full of family fun with more than 40 rides, shows and attractions. Almost everything is hands-on, so you can push, pedal and program, or steer, squirt and splash, your way through a truly interactive experience – and of course there’s building too. LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort has seven themed areas of attractions for all ages such as The Beginning, LEGO® TECHNIC®, LEGO Kingdoms, Imagination, LEGO City, Land of Adventure and MINILAND. It’s an inspirational land where the children are the heroes. From LEGO experiment centres to rollercoasters, the park is a day-long voyage of discovery for all the family. The centrepiece is MINILAND, where Asian landmarks have been recreated using more than 30 million LEGO bricks. It’s an interactive world on a scale of 1:20, where people, trains and aeroplanes come to life at the touch of a button. (read also about Legoland Florida)

Read more at: http://www.visit-malaysia.com/johor-tours/legoland.htm?cid=ch:OTH:001

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 03:34:00 +0000

Malaysia Events 2011

5 - 7 August 2011 : Royal Pahang Billfish International Challenge

Anglers will be competing for the biggest fish in this tropical rainforest of Rompin, Johor. This "catch and release"fishing event will have many international participants with attractive cash prizes to be won.

Further information can be obtained by contacting:

Tel: +6 09 517 1111

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

30 - 31 Aug 2011 : Hari Raya Aidilfitri Celebration

Join the celebration as Malaysian muslim end their fasting month. Relatives and friends are invited to many open houseswhere they will be treated with various traditional food and delicacies. Look out for the open house announcement on thepaper and join in the celebration.

Further information can be obtained by contacting:

Tel: +6 03 2612 7600

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

31 August 2011 : Merdeka Celebration

This day commemorates Malaysia's 53rd year of independance or 'Merdeka' in Malay Language. See the open air concert on theeve of Merdeka day on 30 August. The colourful parade will be held on the morning of the Merdeka Day. The Merdeka day celebration is held in every major city in Malaysia.

Further information can be obtained by contacting:

Tel: +6 03 2612 7600

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

16 Sept 2011 : Malaysia Day Celebration

This day commemorates Sabah and Sarawak joining Peninsular Malaysia as a nation of Malaysia. This is the 2nd year where Malaysia Day will be celebrated in full scale and has been declared a public holiday throughout Malaysia.

Further information can be obtained by contacting:

Tel: +6 03 2612 7600

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

12 Sept 2011 : Lantern Festival

Held in Central Market, the Lantern Festival is celebrated during the full moon of the Chinese Calendar that features many intricately designed lanterns with multiple motifs.

Tel: +6 03 2693 7111

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

29 Sept - 20 Oct 2011 : Textile Craft Promotion

Held in KL Craft Complex, this event featuresthe batik and textiles products of Malaysia.

Tel: +6 03 2162 7459

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

22 - 23 October 2011 : 25th Mt. Kinabalu International Climbathon 2011

This two days event is one of "The World’s Toughest Mountain Race" where participants will scale 21km to the peak of Kinabalu mountain and descend in 3 hours. Remember to visit Poring Hot Spring and Kinabalu National Park if you have the time to spare.

Tel: +6 088 232 121

Website: http://www.sabahtourism.com/

21 - 23 October 2011 : Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix 2011

Motorcycle enthusiasts take note of this event to be held in Sepang International Circuit.

Tel: +6 03 8778 2200

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

26 Oct 2011 : Deepavali Celebration and Open House

The triumph of good over evil is celebrated by Hindus on the seventh month of the Hindu calendar. Look out for announcementon the various open house that will be held in the country.

Further information can be obtained by contacting:

Tel: +6 03 2612 7600

Email: info@heritage.gov.my

20 Nov 2011 : Penang Bridge International Marathon, Penang

This annual event will see participants from all over the globe running across the third longest bridge in the world. Great prizes awaits the winners of this international event.

Further information can be obtained by contacting:

Tel: +6 016 411 0000

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

1 - 30 Nov 2011 : Fabulous Food 1Malaysia - ASEAN Food Heritage Trail

Taste an array of exquisite meals in this month-long festival! Known as Malaysia's premier gastronomic event, this eventshowcases Malaysia's finest restaurants and the exclusive menus they offer.

Tel: +6 03 2693 7111

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

Nov 2011 : Taman Negara Eco-Challenge

The world's top runners compete in this two-day event where participants will ascend the 2,187 metre high Gunung Tahan. Attractive prizes await the winners of this challenging event.

The date of the race will be announced in major newspaper.

Further information can be obtained by contacting:

Tel: +6 09 517 1111 / 517 1112

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

Nov 2011 : Powerman Malaysia

Held in Lumut, this annual sea event incorporates cycling, running and swimming in a duration of 5 hours during the day. Participants with the fastest time recorded wins.

The date of the race will be announced in major newspaper.

Further information can be obtained by contacting:

Tel: +6 03 2263 3388

15 Nov 2011 to 1 Jan 2012 : Malaysia Year End Sale

The Malaysia Year End Sale offers great discounts and bargains on a wide variety of merchandise. This is the time for the ultimate shopping indulgence. Head for the many shopping complexes in the city and you will not regret it.

Tel: +6 03 2698 1033

Website: http://www.mymegasale.com/

Early Dec 2011 : Monsoon Cup Terengganu 2011

This Monsoon Cup is a part of the prestigious Swedish Match Tour. Take the opportunity to visit the many beautiful beaches here.

The date of the race will be announced in major newspaper.

Further information can be obtained by contacting:

Tel: +6 09 623 1957 or +6 03 2142 2882

Early Dec 2011 : Penang Island Jazz Festival

Held at the popular Ferringhi Beach in Penang, this Jazz Festival will showcase performances of over 50 local and international jazz artistes.

The date of the race will be announced in major newspaper.

Further information can be obtained by contacting:

Tel: +6 03 2093 4725

25 Dec 2011 : Christmas Celebration and Open House

Join the Malaysian christians as they celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Look out for the various open house in the paper.

Further information can be obtained by contacting:

Tel: +6 03 2612 7600

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

The listing above are some of the major tourism Malaysia events that you can participate while in Malaysia. Get more information from Tourism Malaysia offices as the events approach.

Malaysia Holidays

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 00:48:00 +0000

Malaysians are enthusiastic sportsmen and many international sports are played in the country. The bright, tropical climate ensures that most sports. can be enjoyed throughout the year. Popular national sports include soccer, badminton, hockey, tennis and squash. Other favourites are biking, cricket, bowling, rugby, table-tennis, softball and grand prix racing.

Malaysia has a long coastline with several offshore islands Oki and sea sports are coming to the fore. There are plenty of opportunities to water-ski and wind-surf or snorkel and dive in the many islands and marine parks found throughout the country. The country's large river system has made canoeing and white-water rafting popular adventure sports.

On a national level soccer is played at school right up to international level. Soccer matches and competitions such as the Semi-Pro League and the Malaysian -Cup are two popular matches. Badminton is another favourite sport with international competitions held from time to time.

Golf Activities in Malaysia
Malaysia also has a great variety of excellent golf courses scattered around the country. Golfing holidays are becoming trendy and combine splendid golf courses to play in with the country's many other attractions. Motor sports are becoming increasingly popular and the country now has a challenging Formula I circuit just outside the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) in Sepang. The Sepang Ft Circuit has a double-frontage main grandstand for 30,000 spectators and natural stands able to accommodate 100,000 spectators. The course is a 5542krn circuit which features 15 turns and 9 straights. The Malaysia Grand Prix Formula I in October 1999 brought the world's top drivers together on this latest Ft circuit.

Diving in Malaysia
Located in the heart of the Indopacific Basin in the centre of the area famed for the greatest marine bio-diversity in the world, Malaysia's marine parks offer diving enthusiasts an unparalleled opportunity to enjoy some of the most beautiful marine sights in the world. Since Malaysia hosted the inaugural Asian DEMA (Diving and Equipment Manufacturing Association) Show in 1996 and 1997, more professional and recreational divers are discovering the enchantment of its waters. With sites catering to every level of expertise, Malaysia is a true divers paradise.

Accredited dive operators offer packages for every need and budget. Premium packages include pickup at the airport, transfer to the dive sites, food, accommodation and dives. Alternatively, one can opt for a dive only package by making arrangements with a dive shop or operator. The holiday diver stays for an average of 12 days which allows for a week's worth of diving.

Whitewater Rafting in Malaysia
Rivers have long been the life blood of the indigenous people of Malaysia. They have served as a means of transport, a source of food and now, a resource for eco-tourism. The native groups of Sabah have been using rafts for centuries but white water rafting has only been a recreational activity since the 1980s.

The two main rivers for rafting in Sabah are the Padas and Kiulu rivers which are certified as Grade 3 and Grade 2 respectively in the international white water rafting grading system.

River Safaris and Cruises in Malaysia
River safaris and cruises are becoming increasingly popular among visitors to Malaysia. Well organised and with expert guides, they provide an interesting, exciting way to explore the country's interior. River safaris and cruises are available in Melaka, Kuala Berang in Terengganu and Taman Negara and Lake Chini in Pahang and Sarawak, also offer scenic river safaris and cruises.

Cave Exploring in Malaysia
There is a great network of caves in Malaysia for carving enthusiasts. it has been found that most caves date back to the Stone Age and some caves in Sarawak are 60 million years old. The majority of caves are limestone and are above ground level. These include Gua Kolam in Perlis, Gua Tempurung and Kundu in Perak, Batu Caves in Selangor and Gua ikan in Kuala Krai, Kelantan. The appearances of caves can change within months as the humid Malaysian weather affects stalagmite and stalactite formation.

Adventure caves like Drunken Forest Cave and Loagan's Cave remain close to their natural state. Show caves such as Deer Lang and Clear Water Caves in Mulu National Park, Sarawak, are those which have been opened up for public viewing with guides, lights and walkways.

Mountain Climbing and Abseiling in Malaysia
Mountain climbing is a wonderful way to discover the diversity and uniqueness of Malaysia's natural landscape ranging from the dense tropical rainforest in the lowlands to the montane vegetation in the highlands, From easy walks in the cool comfort of the Main Range of Peninsular Malaysia to the more challenging mountains of Sabah and Sarawak, there are mountains to tempt every class of climber. Abseiling is also offered in certain locations. Beginners can start with the well marked trials in Gunung Jerai in Kedah, Gunung Korbu'in Perak and Gunung Tangsi in Negeri Sembilan. For those wanting bigger challenges through rainforest, rivers and mountain ridges, there is Gunung Gagau in Taman Negara and Gunung Tahan, the highest point in Peninsular Malaysia. Then there is Gunung Kinabalu in Sabah, one of the highest mountains in Southeast Asia at 4093metres.

Angling in Malaysia
Malaysia, a prime tropical retreat, is also a relatively undiscovered fishing destination. Its sun drenched beaches, sparkling islands, profusion of flora and fauna and magnificent mountains provide a diverse array of activities for the holiday maker, diver, eco-tourist and angler.

Malaysia is endowed with quality freshwater and marine game fishing. The Prime Malaysian freshwater sport fish include the ferocious Giant Snakehead, the fast running Malaysian Jungle Perch, the GiantFeather back and the elusive but powerful Malaysian Mahseer.The seas host the king of the game fish, the Black Marlin. Yellowfin Tuna, Bigeye Tuna and Dogtooth Tuna can be found in the Malaysian seas along with Wahoo, Narrowbarred Mackerel, Sailfish, Giant Trevally, Barracuda and Rainbow Runner, to name a few.

Bird Watching in Malaysia
For an adventure that is a little more refined and certainly less strenuous, try bird watching. Malaysia's vast expanses of rainforests are home to more than 700 species of exotic bird-life, including some extremely rare ones. Due to its location on the cross-migratory path of certain bird species, Malaysia has emerged as a bird watching haven. This avian extravaganza is one to behold. Scan the treetops, listen for the telltale calls. Look hard. If you manage to see a Mountain Peacock Pheasant or a Malayan Whistling Thrush, you are one of the privileged few, as they are the rarest of birds to be found.

Paragliding in Malaysia
The latest sport to take hold of enthusiasts is Paragliding with the use of Para motors. Para gliders can reach speed of up to 45kph and climb to heights of 150 to 200 meters. This sport is becoming popular in the wind swept states of the East Coast and along beach areas.

Malaysia Festivals

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 01:20:00 +0000

Malaysia - Land of Festivals!
Anyone visiting Malaysia for the first time would not cease to be amazed by the number of festivals and events that are happening the whole year around. Malaysia, with its mix of ethnic races which include Malays, descendants of the Bugis and Javanese, Chinese, Indian and others, features a colourful potpourri of cultural traditions. Many of these traditions are expressed through the festivals that take place the whole year round!

Major festivels of Malaysia include
Hari Raya Aidilfitri
After a month of fasting during the month of Ramadan, Muslims celebrate the first day of Syawal which is the tenth month of the Muslim calendar with joyous enthusiasm. This is a major festival for Muslims and they usher in the day with prayers in mosques and remembering their departed loved ones. It is also the time for family reunion when members of the family from different parts of the country get together. The festival mood is with joyous enthusiasm. Special festival dishes are served for festivals and friends during "open house". The festival mood is reflected is brightly decorated homes, government and commercial buildings. Homes are also lit with all lamps at the entrance in keeping with a long established tradition.

Chinese New Year
This is the most important festival of the Chinese community and it lasts for a full two weeks! It begins with a reunion dinner which is traditional for every member of the family to attend. Chinese New Year is the time when spirits are appeared and offerings are made to Gods. It is a boisterous festival with the clang of cymbals accompanying lion dances and the thunder of fire crackles filling the air. Guests are entertained to a variety of sumptuous food and drinks and the unmarried youngsters are given Ang Pows - gifts of money enclosed in little red packets. Major hotels and shopping complexes celebrate the occasion by holding lion dances and special Chinese programmers to entertain their clients.

Deepavali
This is a Hindu festival of light. Homes of Hindus are lit with little lights to signify the victory over darkness for the Hindus believe that this is the day when the forces of good overcame the forces of evil. Deepavali is a major festival of the Hindus and on the eve prayers are held both at home and in the temples.Hindus take a traditional oil bath in the early hours of the morning on Deepavali day and after prayers entertain their friends and guests to "open house.

Christmas
The birth of Christ is celebrated by Christians in Malaysia in the true traditional style. Most Christians homes are decorated with festoon and coloured lights and the Christmas tree is a must! Young Christians go carolling days before Christmas day to usher in the Yuletide spirit. Churches hold midnight masses on the eve of Christmas. The festival is celebrated on a national scale in Malaysia and Christians hold "open house" to entertain their friends and colleagues.

Thaiponggol
In Malaysia, Thaiponggol is a harvest festival celebrated out of season because it is fixed in the Hindu calendar. Tamils celebrate this festival around the second week of January. While it is still dark, farmers rise and cook some of the newly harvested grain. Ponggol is the presentation of the cooked harvested grain to the sun at dawn.

However, for urban families, this ritual has been adapted to their own living conditions. Here the family rises, bathes and gets dressed before dawn. This is done without the use of any form of light. When everyone is ready, wearing their best clothes, they assemble around a display of fruits and flowers. Only then are lamps lit.

Penang International Dragon Boat Festival
The Penang's first Dragon Boat Race was held in 1956 to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Municipality of George Town. 10 years later the race was revived as part of the Pesta Pulau Pinang. The Pesta races was originally confined to participation from the local teams such as teams from Government Department, associations and commercial establishments. However, in 1979, the boat festival became an international tourism carnival with 2 participation from overseas, Singapore and Hong Kong.

The Penang International Dragon Boat Festival has participating teams all over the world include Australia, New Zealand, Denmark, Norway, Macau, Thailand, Japan, Britain, West Germany, USA and others.

National Water Festival
Water resource plays an important role in the socio-cultural and economic development of the Malaysian society. Apart from functioning as a communication system, an economic, resource and determinant of early settlement pattern of the Malaysian society, it had also been a place where families carried out their recreational activities in the past. Therefore, water resource in whatever form should be protected, valued and utilized to the maximum.

The fun gets merrier with the drinking of the inevitable tapai which is an alcoholic drink made from rice wine. Apart from these, there are also organised agriculture shows, buffalo races, cultural performances and traditional games as part and parcel of the festive celebrations.

Gawai Dayak
The Gawai Dayak festival is celebrated by the Dayaks of Sarawak who live in longhouses. Being one of the major festivals of the community, it is celebrated on a grand scale and lasts for a week. The Gawai Dayak festival marks the transitional period between the season of rice harvesting and the new planting season. Hence, it is a reason of thanksgiving for the bountiful harvest and also a time to rest from work before the new planting season. The sound of boisterous laughter, convivial talk, drinking, dancing and merry-making will echo relentlessly all through the days of this exotic and colourful festival.

Nine Emperor Gods Festival
The Festival of the Nine Emperor Gods falls on the ninth day of the ninth moon in the Chinese lunar calendar. Devotees flock to the temples throughout the country for this religious festival. The Nine Emperor Gods are part of a spirit-medium cult known locally as ‘Jieu Hwang Yeh’. These Nine Deities are believed to dwell in the stars in heaven under the reign of ‘Thien Hou’ - the Queen of Heaven.

A carnival-like atmosphere pervades the temple throughout the nine-day festival. During this period of time, the constant tinkling of a prayer bell and chants from the temple priests are heard. Most devotees stay at the temple, take vegetarian meals and recite continuous chanting of prayer. A procession to send the Nine Emperor Gods home then takes place to complete the rites of this religious festival.

Malaysia Shopping

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 03:31:00 +0000

Shopping in Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur is a shoppers paradise. There is a wide range of shopping establishments and modern air-conditioned shopping malls, department stores, handicraft centres, duty-free shops, bazaars and night markets. Among the items high on the shopping list of tourists are pewter, batik, duty free items, electrical products, sportswear and handicrafts. For a very different experience visit the night markets or 'pasar malam' which begin their trading activities in the late afternoon. These open-air markets feature hawker stalls that sell a variety of local produce, foodstuff, clothing and cakes. Bargaining is a common practice. One can see a number of street artists and traditional medicine vendors.

The Shopping Carnival, an annual sale held in March/April in Kuala Lumpur and other major cities in Malaysia is an opportunity time to pick up great bargains. Kuala Lumpur, the national capital, has a number of shopping districts. The most popular is the Bukit Bintang area, which is bounded by Jalan Bukit Bintang, Jalan Sultan Ismail and Jalan Imbi. This is the oldest shopping center. This place has local and international goods such as clothes, fashion accessories, footwear, sports goods, electrical equipment, pharmaceutical products, computers and furniture.

Other popular areas are Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Jalan Ampang, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, Petaling Street, and Jalan H.S. Lee.

Sungei Wang Plaza, which is integrated with the adjacent Bukit Bintang Plaza, is a magnet for all shoppers. Its retail outlets offer an incredible assortment of goods catering to all tastes and budgets.

Most shops are open 0900-1700 daily, with the malls open later 1000-2200. Some shops close on Sundays, but all of the malls are open.

It would be difficult to overstate the attraction of Malaysia for anyone who appreciates the natural world. Its primal forests, ranging from shoreline mangrove to mountaintop oak, are of the sort that most of the world now knows only in myth. Although Malaysia's size is similar to that of Norway, natural trees and forests cover almost three quarters of the land, an area equivalent to almost the entire United Kingdom. One can walk for hundreds of miles in Malaysia under a continuous canopy of green, marveling at an abundance of plant and animal species equaled by no other location in the entire world.

Malaysia Events & Celebrations

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 02:34:00 +0000

MALAYSIA GP SALE
6 March 2010 Until 11 April 2010

Fantastic bargains and discounts are awaiting shoppers in this nationwide sale carnival. Held to complement the hottest race in the country, the sale offers unbeatable offers and sizzling hot deals on everything from fashion, electronics, accessories and many more.

Labuan International Sea Challenge - LISC '10
27 April 2010 Until 2 May 2010

Enjoy a great splashing time in Labuan this April-May with over 30 water based events. LISC'10 is the final Malaysia's Water Festival Celebration which showcases sea and beach activities offering more than RM250,000.00 in cash prizes.

Sabah Fest 2010 – A Cultural Extravaganza
1 May 2010 Until 2 May 2010

Sabah’s most anticipated cultural event where ethnic groups in Sabah display a rich and colourful kaleidoscope of cultures and traditions. Sabah Fest is the prelude to the statewide celebration of Harvest Festival. A unique assembly of Sabah’s colourful culture presented through dance, music, fashion and food, which is a must-see for all.

Malaysia Water Festival
9 April 2010 Until 11 April 2010

Cool the tropical heat with some water sports. Enjoy jet ski races, parasailing, kayaking, yachting, boat rides.

West Side Story the Musical
12 May 2010 Until 25 May 2010

‘West Side Story The Musical’ has been described as ‘a masterpiece of musical theatre’ and is said to have changed the face of musical theatre forever when it made its debut on Broadway back in 1957. For the first time ever, this legendary musical is now being staged right here on Malaysian soil, and is expected to be one of the year’s biggest and hottest events, attracting musical and theatre lovers from around the region. So don’t miss out - catch one of the world’s most-loved musicals

Golf Malaysia

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 00:53:00 +0000

Malaysia is a golfing heaven with world class golf courses to suit all tastes. Whether you’re thinking of a Malaysia golfing holiday or just a quick round of golf during your vacation, Malaysia is both a golfer’s paradise and simply paradise for a round of golf. There is a wealth of world-renowned course designers who have designed a wide-variety of layouts taking advantage of the mountains, the rain forests and the seashore in their design concepts.

Two courses that have attracted attention of late are The Mines Resort and Golf Club, just outside Kuala Lumpur, which hosted the 1999 World Cup featuring Tiger Woods and Mark Oâ€™Meara as well as the Womenâ€™s World Cup in 2000. In Borneo the Borneo Highlands Resort features the magnificent Hornbill Golf and Jungle Club launched by Tiger Woods in 1999.

Here golfers will find a wide range of grasses to play on. Many of the older Malaysia golf courses will still feature Cowgrass or broad-leaf indigenous grass on the fairways and rough, with Serangoon or Bermuda Tifway covering the greens.

However most of the newer golf courses will have the popular warm weather favourite Bermuda Tifway on the fairways and rough and TifDwarf Bermudagrass on the greens. Some courses prefer the resilient Zoysia Martrellia species, while the Sea Shore Paspalum variety is the grass used for seaside courses. The temperate climate Bent grass can be found in one of the mountain courses.

The speed of the green range from 6 to 8 on the Stimpmeter, but in a small number of courses, the speed can rise up to as high as 10.

Malaysia is a place where the glorious pleasure of a round of golf is intensified by some of the most magnificent scenery in the world. It doesn’t matter whether you’re playing on a private, club or resort golf course – the views might change but the drama of it will not.

Among the golf enthusiasts of the world, Malaysia is still a well kept secret. Many courses though register growing visitor numbers from overseas.

Please note that we cannot guarantee the correctness of the detailed information on the golf courses, especially where fees are concerned.

Food in Malaysia

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 03:01:00 +0000

Malaysian cuisine is exotic with an exciting range of flavours and culinary styles offering the uninitiated an endless gastronomic adventure. It comprises three main groups - Malay, Chinese and Indian with each having its own distinct style of cooking. There are also cuisine that have evolved from the meeting of cultures notably those of the Nyonya and Indian Muslim communities.

For the visitor who is interested in dining out, Kuala Lumpur boasts an extraordinary number of hawker stalls, coffee shops and restaurants, most of them offering a high standard of cuisine and often at very cheap prices.

Staple Diet - Rice
Rice is the staple diet in any Malay meal. It is often served for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and supper too. Most meals are eaten by using your fingers, and eating utensils are kept to a minimum. All dishes are served at the same time, accompanied by a refreshing drink. Fish is popular in Malay cooking, as with other seafood such as shrimps and cuttlefish. Beef and mutton are very popular choices but never pork as it is against their religious beliefs to eat pork. The other popular white meat is chicken.

Dishes and Desserts
One of the most unique Malay dishes is the "roti jala" (lacy pancakes), which sometimes replaces the staple rice. Roti jala is an ideal accompaniment to any dish with lots of rich gravy and is often served during special occasions. It is made from a mixture of plain flour and eggs, with a pinch of turmeric powder and butter. Desserts are a must for any Malay meal. Easily available at most local restaurants and roadside stalls, Malay desserts are invariably very sweet and include ingredients such as coconut milk, palm sugar, and flour.

Popular Malay dishes include : -

Nasi Dagang - The dish is made by cooking rice and glutinous rice together, to which coconut cream is added once it is cooked. Nasi Dagang is eaten with its own specially made side dishes of tuna fish curry and a light vegetable pickle.

Keropok Lekor / Keping - A popular and the most visible fried snack in Terengganu, the keropok is made of fish meat, ground to a paste, and mixed with sago. Coming in two main different forms, the long chewy ones are called 'lekor', while the thin, crispy ones are called 'keping'. Keropok is best eaten hot with its special chili dip.

Ayam Goreng - This is a popular chicken dish. Simply meaning fried chicken, this dish is prepared by first marinating the chicken with various spices like turmeric and curry powder. It is then deep fried in hot oil and served.

Laksam - A delightful yet simple dish, the laksam is akin to the western pasta dish. Like the latter, it has both the flour dough and the gravy that goes with it. However, unlike the pasta, laksam is made using both wheat and rice flours, and the dough is steamed instead of boiled. Laksam's gravy is made of fish meat, which is boiled, pureed, and later mixed with coconut milk

Indian Food - Indian influence in Malaysian cuisine started in the 19th century when large arrivals of Indian migrants were brought into the country as contract laborers to work in rubber estates and on the railways. Some did take the opportunity to set up trade in the textile and food industry. Indian cuisine can be divided into two mainstreams, Northern and Southern Indian cuisine.

In Malayasia, there is an abundant of Indian restaurants and food stalls to whet your appetite. They are traditionally served on a thali, a circular metal tray on which a number of small bowls called katori, also made from metal, are placed. Eaten with fingers, rice or bread are placed directly on the thali while curries and other dishes are served in the bowls. For South Indian cuisine, banana leaves are often used as plates where rice is served in the center, followed by various curries and accompaniments around it. These include dried fish, pappadams (lentil wafers), fresh chutneys made from herbs, coconut, and acid fruits among others.

Local Indian hawkers have created unique versions of local dishes, which are not found in India. For example, "mee goreng" is a combination of fresh Chinese yellow noodles, tofu, bean-sprouts, and dried shrimp paste. Malayasia also abounds with shops offering "Nasi Kandar", which is basically a combination of Malay and Indian cuisine - hence very Tandoori dishes are the most popular main courses in North Indian restaurants. Tandoori chicken is always a favorite, where a whole baby chicken or chicken quarters are roasted in the clay oven for several hours in advance and then finished off on the barbecue.

Malaysia Information

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 02:54:00 +0000

Welcome to Malaysia
Malaysia is a country of contrasts, bathed in the warm tropical sun, endowed with 3,000 kilometers of coastline, several historic cities, a unique cultural mix, a string of cool hill resorts, the world’s oldest rainforest—and even Southeast Asia’s highest mountain. Add to this a delightful fusion.

Geographically, somewhat oddly, Malaysia comprises two distinct bodies of land, politically joined in 1963 after independence from Britain. The Malayan peninsula is the historic home of the Malay people, today’s heart and the population center of the dynamic modern nation. East Malaysia claims the northern edge of the huge, wild island of Borneo. Ethnically and culturally, Malaysia is a fundamentally Malay country overlaid with Chinese, Indian and British influences, and possessing several indigenous tribal peoples such as the Iban, Penan and Negrito.

Yet it preserves many traditional cultural aspects—dress, religion, food and architecture—and retains great natural beauty in beaches, forests, rivers and mountains. Visiting Malaysia provides a step into a special and distinctive world that can be done with ease and comfort via high modern standards of transportation and accommodation.

Holidaymakers love to head for the beach first and forget their workday cares. Malaysia offers a huge range of seaside relaxation running from luxurious total-comfort resorts to deserted away-from-it-all beaches. On the northwest coast of the peninsula sits the holiday island of Langkawi, set on the Andaman Sea. In its myriad coves and inlets, beside palm-fringed golden sand beaches, Langkawi offers international-standard resort hotels and simple chalet accommodation. For a bit of action, there are water sports of all kinds, a fine golf course and duty-free shopping. Especially easy to access, Langkawi has its own international airport.

Farther down the coast lies Penang Island and Batu Ferringhi’s resort hotel-lined beach with little offshore islands ideal for snorkeling and diving, or cruising around. Penang has long been popular with international tourists, as the large island offers many attractions, including a hill resort, botanical gardens, rainforest, typical Malay villages and the historic port city of Georgetown. Farther south, in the Straits of Malacca, lies the island of Pangkor, a popular getaway for Malaysians with its many sandy bays and all kinds of accommodation and diversions.

On the east coast, in an archipelago of 64 volcanic islands, sits Tioman Island. Blessed with miles of soft white sand and swaying palms, with a forested, mountainous interior where wild flowers grow in profusion and cool waterfalls cascade down rocky slopes, Tioman affords a paradise for everything from nature walks to sea sports, or just plain lazing in the tropical sun. The states of Pahang, Terengganu.

East Malaysia also boasts beach resorts such as at Damai, near Kuching, with its brilliant white sands and the Sarawak Cultural Village—a museum of Sarawak’s ethnic cultures. The real highlight, however, comes from diving in the waters off Labuan Island, famous for underwater shipwrecks, and Sipadan Island, in the state of Sabah.

With its wealth of natural environments, Malaysia offers a plethora of adventure opportunities: jungle trekking, white-water rafting, mountain and rock climbing, great cave exploration, scuba diving, kayaking, mountain biking and more. Throughout the country the settings provide ideal adventure activities—dense forests, rapid rivers, craggy mountains, huge cave systems, bountiful seas and kaleidoscopic coral reefs—plus abundant wildlife and ancient indigenous peoples.

Pulau Tinggi, Johor

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:52:00 +0000

"Pulau Tinggi offers a range of sea sports as well as comfortable accommodation with white sand beach and clear blue sea."

Pulau Tinggi or Tinggi Island is one of the many captivating tropical islands that nestles the East Coast of Johor. Its white, sandy beach surrounded by alluring blue waters makes it a perfect haven for those who want to escape from the mundane world.

Pulau Tinggi gets its name from a high hill rising 2,000 feet above sea level ("tinggi" is a Malay word for high). The island is painted green by the lush tropical forest that is rich with rattan, timber and other valuable plants.

Its surrounding waters is rich with exotic marine life and beautiful underwater flora fringing its coral reefs, providing a breathtaking underwater view for divers and snorkelling enthusiasts. The island is also blessed with natural fresh water and sheltered harbour, which explains its role as a stopover point for traders in the olden days.

Apart from its physical beauty, Pulau Tinggi is also famous for its mystical characters. The locals believe that Malay's most famous hero, Hang Tuah, had stopped here in one of his journeys. It is believed that his spirit still guards the island till these days.

Contact Info:
Johor
Tel: 607-2234935, 2241432 Fax: 607-2237554

Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:52:00 +0000

Port Dickson is very popular with Klang Valley residents as a weekend retreat for those seeking a temporary escape from the hustle and bustle of a hectic city life."

The second smallest district in Negeri Sembilan, Port Dickson district offers an array of popular retreats for city dwellers seeking a relaxing beachside weekend not too far from the city. Once a coal-producing centre, today is more famous for its beaches and seaside parks.

The 18km stretch of beach on the coast of Port Dickson district is one of the few stretches of mangrove-free, sandy beaches found on the west coast of the peninsula. When people talk about Port Dickson, or PD as it is popularly known, they are most likely referring to the beach at Port Dickson town itself - a busy spot that attracts picnicker, swimmers, and those seeking simpler pleasures of a beachside stopover. But a short travel down the coast will bring you to one of the other beaches in Port Dickson district such as Teluk Kemang, Blue Lagoon and Cape Rachado.

Due to its close vicinity to Kuala Lumpur and easy accessibility for visitors from Singapore, Port Dickson has developed into one of the most frequented beaches on the West Coast. As a result, accommodation and food facilities are aplenty. Aside from the beautiful beaches, other attractions in the Port Dickson district include three golf courses, an ostrich farm, Pasir Panjang recreational forest and several historical sites such as the Lukut Fort and Pengkalan Kempas Historical Site.

Pasir Bogak Beach, Perak

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:50:00 +0000

"With its shallow and crystal-clear water, this beach is described as 'the biggest swimming pool in the world'."

Pantai Pasir Bogak (Pasir Bogak Beach), located south west of Pangkor Island, is the most popular beach on Pangkor Island. It has been described as 'the biggest swimming pool in the world'. The water is shallow and crystal clear, offering endless hours of fun and frolic in the sun-kissed sea along the vast coral reef.

The two-kilometre crescent-shaped beach offers a host of facilities such as sailing, fishing, snorkelling and wind surfing (available at Sea View and Beach Hotels), making Pasir Bogak Beach a popular recreation spot for the locals and tourists alike.

Thronging the beach are open-air stalls offering local delicacies such as barbecued squids, satay (grilled meat on sticks) and fish crisps. Accommodation is easily available, ranging from luxury hotels, chalets to the more Spartan comforts of 'attap' huts and camping sites.

Pantai Cahaya Bulan -PCB (Moonlight Beach), Kelantan

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:49:00 +0000

"This beach was formerly known as Pantai Cinta Berahi (Beach of Passionate Love) - reputedly named by a lovelorn British soldier during World War Two. Today, the beach has been renamed Pantai Cahaya Bulan (Moonligh Beach)."

Visitors to Kota Bharu must visit its famous beach, Pantai Cahaya Bulan (Moonlight Beach). It used to be called Pantai Cinta Berahi (Beach of Passionate Love), a name reputedly given by a lovelorn British soldier in a moment of fantasy while he was at the beach during World War Two. Today, some locals still use the old name, although many now prefer to just refer to it as 'PCB'.

With a long, wide and sandy beach, it is a popular spot for local family outings especially during weekends. The beach is well-developed for visitors' convenience, with a resort hotel, chalets, restaurants, food stalls, a camping ground, public restrooms and changing rooms.

The journey to the beach from Kota Bharu will take you through quaint, traditional Malay villages. This area is famous for the small industry of traditional handicrafts. Look out for simple advertisements along the roadside as you pass through, indicating batik printing, songket-weaving, brassware and kite making shops. You can buy these handicraft items directly from these producers at a good price.

Marang Beach, Terengganu

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:49:00 +0000

"Marang Beach is unique in that its broad golden sands form a remarkable stretch of sand dunes like a wall that slopes dramatically into the sea, creating an unusual two-tier beach." Professed by many to be the "Queen of Sunrises", this bustling riverine village, about 15km south of Kuala Terengganu, grew originally from a cluster of fishing folks' homes. It is today acknowledged by many as the most advantageous point along the East Coast to witness and photograph the most spectacular daily sunrise in the country.

Thousands of postcards depicting the sunrise in all its blazing glory over the fishing villages amidst the silhouettes of massive coconut groves are circulated throughout the world regularly. In this respect, a string of budget hotels is located along the banks of the river and near the estuary offering " the most glorious sunrise views".

The most popular spot for this purpose is the bridge across the river mouth where one can also admire the colourfully painted fishing boats as they plough down the river towards the sea in the early moments of dawn. Marang beach is unique in that its broad golden sands form a remarkable stretch of sand dunes like a wall that slopes dramatically into the sea, creating an unusual two-tier beach.

Marang is also well known for its river and mangrove environment, and one can hire a boat at the Marang jetty for an insightful ride upriver to observe some of the intriguing wetland flora and fauna, including monitor lizards and otters.

Contact Info:
20503 Terengganu
Tel: 609-6178831 Fax: 609-6178832

Layang-Layangan Beach, Labuan

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:47:00 +0000

Layang-Layangan beach is a popular place on weekends. Its sandy beaches invites one to lie down and soak up the sun with the waves lapping at one's toes"

Layang-Layangan beach is a popular place on weekends. Its sandy white beaches is tempting, inviting one to lie down and soak up the sun with the sound of waves lapping at water's edge. Cycling paths and picnic tables are shaded by leafy trees. In this area too can be found many food stalls with live musical bands performing every weekend.

Horse riding and cycling are some of the popular leisure activities on this beach. The Peace Park is situated close by. The Manikar Beach Resort is also located around the same area.

Layang-layangan Beach is located on the western coast of Labuan, south of Pancur Hitam beach. For more information, please contact the Labuan Tourism Action Council office at 6087-4226622.

Contact Info:
Labuan Corporation,
Tourism & Culture Division, P.O Box No. 82099,
87030 Labuan
Labuan
Tel: 6087-417862 Fax: 6087-417861

Keluang Hill Beach, Terengganu

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:44:00 +0000

"Only a few kilometers away from Besut and about 140km north of Kuala Terengganu is Bukit Keluang, a peaceful beach park perfect for family outings."

Approximately 140km north of Kuala Terengganu and a few kilometres from Besut, lies Bukit Keluang. The view in this area is one of the most breathtaking and magnificent in Malaysia. It is also an ideal site for swimming, snorkelling and wind surfing.

It doesn’t matter whether you like to explore caves or not, for Bukit Keluang offers you more than that. For starters, the view in this area promises to take your breath away.

Best of all, the caves at Bukit Keluang is not too difficult for novices who are seeking casual exploration. There are easy walkways to help you along so all you need is a flashlight, good shoes and an adventurous spirit. Of course, exploring without a guide is not advisable.

Its distinctive features are caves, which are easily reached by walkways. Try to conjure up an image of a very peaceful village with beautiful wooden houses, innocent looking children playing games such as hopscotch or marbles, cows grazing in the field, swaying coconut trees, fresh cool breeze and a spectacular curve of white, sandy beach. This description describes Bukit Keluang beach to a tee.

Contact Info:
Kuala Besut
Terengganu
Tel: 609-6178831 Fax: 609-6178832

Jalan Persisiran Pantai, Perlis

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:43:00 +0000

"A drive along this 18.7km route is fully rewarding with the perfect view of scenic landscapes and wonderful landmarks."

This is Perlis's only coastal road linking Kuala Perlis and Kuala Sanglang, located near the Perlis-Kedah border.

A drive along this 18.7km route is fully rewarding with the perfect view of scenic landscapes and wonderful landmarks. Capture the best sunset scenery here or take a stroll by the beach along the coast.

Contact Info:
Perlis
Tel: 604-9761957 Fax: 604-9762951

Irama Beach, Kelantan

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:40:00 +0000

Located 1km north of Bachok, Pantai Irama (Beach of Melody) is famous for its gently sloping beach, clear waters and good visitor facilities."

Pantai Irama (Beach of Melody) is famous for its gently sloping beach that extends far into the clear blue water of the South China Sea. It has been said that Pantai Irama is Kelantan's most beautiful beach and this is evident from the regular visitations from picknickers especially around the weekends.

Located 1km north of Bachok, Pantai Irama (Beach of Melody) has good visitor facilities, including motels, camping grounds, restaurants where you can dine on sumptuous local dishes, public restrooms as well as boats for hire, should you wish to explore the coast.

Pantai Irama is located just 1km north of Bachok, roughly 20km southeast of Kota Bharu. For more information, please contact the Kota Bharu Tourist Information Centre at 609-7485534.

Desaru Beach, Johor

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:39:00 +0000

Twenty-five kilometres of white, sandy beach and lush tropical greenery highlight the beach of Desaru - the most popular beach in Johor.

Twenty-five kilometres of white, sandy beach and lush tropical greenery makes up Desaru - the most popular beach in Johor. Located 98km north east of Johor Bahru, Desaru, or also known as the 'Village of Casuarinas', was developed by the South Johor Development Authority (KEJORA) to boost tourism industry in Johor.

Desaru is a great destination for family vacation as it offers a variety of activities for the whole family including swimming, fishing, snorkelling, canoeing, horse riding, jungle trekking, go-carting, golfing and windsurfing. Regarded as Johor's 'gold mine', Desaru is equipped with a wide range of facilities and several up-market resorts, each with its own individual character. An 18-hole golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. makes Desaru a well-known destination among golfers.

Apart from first-class hotels and resorts, other accommodations available in Desaru include chalets, dormitories and camping facilities for those looking for a back-to-nature experience. Facilities at the beachfront include picnic grounds, restaurants, food outlets and souvenir shops.

Contact Info:
Johor
Tel: +607-2234935/2249960 Fax: +607-2237554

Datai Beach, Kedah

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:39:00 +0000

Datai Beach to the north-west of Langkawi island is way off the main road but it has the most exclusive golf course on the island. There is a beach near the resort meant mainly for resort guests."

Datai Beach is situated at the north-west corner of Langkawi island and has the most exclusive golf course on the island - the Datai Bay Gold Resort. There is a beach near the resort but it is solely for resort guests. Another exclusive establishment there is the Datai Langkawi Resort, one of the most exclusive and isolated beach resort in Langkawi.

There are several jungle trails that take you down to Datai Beach. There is also a crocodile farm on the way to Datai Beach where visitors can view the crocodiles and be entertained to shows in the mornings and afternoons.

For more information, please contact the Langkawi Tourist Information Centre at
604-9667789.

Contact Info:
Kedah
Tel: 604-9667789

Damai Beach, Sarawak

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:37:00 +0000

"This is Sarawak's main beach resort area with pristine sandy beaches by the South China Sea with the Mt. Santubong as backdrop."

This is Sarawak's main beach resort area. Pristine sandy beaches by the South China Sea are Damai's main draw, but there are also fine jungle trails all the way to the imposing jungle-covered Mt. Santubong for hikers to explore.

Damai boasts three international-class resort hotels - the Holiday Inn Resort Damai Beach, Damai Lagoon Resort and Santubong Kuching Resort. Each is finely landscaped with its own secluded beach and free-form swimming pool. All offer jet skiing, windsurfing, water-skiing, tennis, mountain biking, squash and a fitness centre.

Sprawling over 90 acres of prime sea-front land, the beach resorts are framed by the lush tropical forest of the legendary and majestic Mount Santubong. All of the idyllic resorts offers an abundance of land and sea-sports activities for complete fun and relaxation.

Yet, discovery of the ethnic Sarawak culture and village lifestyle is only a step away. Complemented by a variety of dining and entertainment pleasures, it makes every stay a delightful experience. Come and be captivated by our warm and friendly hospitality; true to the lifestyle of Sarawak!

Contact Info:
Kuching
Sarawak
Tel: 6082-240620 Fax: 6082-427151

Cenang Beach, Kedah

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:34:00 +0000

"One of Langkawi's most popular beaches, Pantai Cenang is known as the best site to catch sunset view on this island."

One of the most popular beaches in Langkawi is undoubtedly Pantai Cenang. And no wonder, with the variety of accommodation facilities, from five-star resorts, to budget chalets, as well as restaurants and bars dotting this 2km long stretch of beautiful beach. Occasionally being referred to as the 'Waikiki of Langkawi,' Pantai Cenang owes its origin to Haji Din, the owner of Sandy Beach Motel.

As endearingly narrated by Haji Din, the story goes that a couple of Caucasians or 'Mat Sallehs' backpackers made their way to Langkawi and wanted to stay the night in Pantai Cenang. This was back in teh days when there weren't any chalets, motels or resorts there as tourists were still far and few in between. As the visiting couple was passing through Haji Din's place, they spotted his barn and asked him if it was okay for them to put up there there for the night. Haji Din, every friendly and warm, happily obliged and in a show of typical Malay hospitality to travellers, even provided some meals for them.

When the couple left Langkawi for Bali and Bangkok, they promoted Langkawi and Haji Din's warm hospitality to fellow tourists. Many, who came to Langkawi later on, would go and stay at Haji Din's place. Motivated by this, Haji Din decided to venture into setting up budget chalets. He built several A-shape chalets from photographs he took in Koh Sa Mui, Thailand whilst on holiday. Today, at the very spot where the barn once stood is the 100-room Sandy Beach Motel.

Today, Pantai Cenang is still one of the places where warm hospitality abounds and chalet owners like Haji Din can still be found if you look hard enough among the many accommodation outfits along this beach.

For more information on Pantai Cenang, please contact the Langkawi Tourist Information Centre at 604-9667789.

Contact Info:
Kedah
Tel: 604-9667789

Beserah Beach, Pahang

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:33:00 +0000

"The Beserah fishermen conducts a unique practise with water buffaloes, which are not normally seen on the beach for they are always used to plough paddy fields or to pull heavy carts), to transport fish from the boats to the processing area."

Situated ten kilometres from Kuantan, Beserah is a fishing village and is well-known for its salted fish. A unique practise of the Beserah fisherman is to employ water buffaloes (which are not normally seen on the beach for they are always used to plough paddy fields or to pull heavy carts), to transport fish from the boats to the processing area.

It also boasts a batik factory, many cottage handicraft workshops producing items made mostly of sea shells and plant materials such as dried nuts and leaves.

Beserah is also situated south of Balok. It is a rustic fishing village and a good place if you want to just laze around and watch the comings and goings of the local fishermen who occasionally pass by, busy with their own business.

It was quite interesting to watch a fisherman using a triangular net to catch fish, patiently trawling the shoreline. If you're lucky, you can see water buffaloes used to haul the fishermen's catch from the boat to land.

Contact Info:
Pahang
Tel: 609-516 1007 / 609-516 2007 Fax: 609-515 7006

Beach of Seven Lagoons, Kelantan

noreply@blogger.com (Awie) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:25:00 +0000

This lovely beach, located about seven kilometres north of Kota Bharu, near the Thai border, hosts the Annual Malaysian International Kite Festival."

This lovely beach, located about seven kilometres north of Kota Bharu and near the Thai border, hosts the Annual Malaysian Kite Festival. During this festival, Pantai Seri Tujuh will be busy with enthusiasts of the traditional kite, known as the wau.

The drive there passes through scenic coastline and fishing villages where traditional boats are built the traditional way. A modest resort and chalet accommodation facility is available here should you wish to stay overnight.