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QUEEN VICTORIA MAIDEN CALL AT PORT KLANG MALAYSIA
2008-03-28 04:10:00 As part of her 2008 World Cruise – Pathway to the Explorers – Queen Victoria (QV) entered Malaysia n waters and anchored at Port Klang on 19 March 2008. Queen Victoria is Cunard Line’s newest cruise liner and one of the world’s most opulent passenger vessels. Queen Victoria carries on Cunard’s distinctive heritage and is hailed as the most luxurious Cunarder ever built.Upon her first-ever arrival at Port Klang, a warm welcome reception awaited the 2,000 passengers and 1,003 crew members who disembarked for their shore excursions to Kuala Lumpur and Selangor.To celebrate this historic occasion, VIP guests and members of the media were welcomed onboard to witness the traditional plaque exchange ceremony between the ship and Star Cruises Terminal. The guests of honor included Director-General of Tourism Malaysia, Dato’ Mirza Mohammad Taiyab; British High Commission Director of Trade & Investment, Mr Trevor Lewis; Chairman of Port Klang Authority, Dato’ Chor Chee Heung;... More About: Call
Video - Kilim Geoforest Park - Langkawi Island
2008-03-23 17:13:00 Video - Kilim Geoforest Park - Langkawi Island :-For the adventurous and nature lovers, Langkawi offers some truly unforgettable sights and experiences, particulary with the boat cruise to to explore Kilim Geoforest Park - an escapade to another world.Spread over an area of 100sq. km, Kilim Geoforest Park features a beautiful mix of well protected green mangrove forests, isolated white beaches and blue lagoons. Along the trail, passing through calm winding river, you will be exposed to the wonders of the park's marine ecosystem, flora and fauna and its natural habitats. Some tour operators will stop at a special spot along the river where they feed the eagles, found in great numbers here. These include the white-bellied fish eagle, brahminy kite and the gigantic sea eagles. Kilim Geoforest Park is also a great place for some birdwatching during the migratory seasons in September and March.Admire the natural beauty of the overhanging "Bogak Tree", Tree Crabs, Iguanas and Macaques. E... More About: Video
Video - Ironman Malaysia Triathlon 2008
2008-03-23 17:09:00 Video - Ironman Malaysia Triathlon 2008 :-Anticipation was mounting for first timers and others alike as they were prepared even before the sunrise at the river bank near Dataran Lang. Differed by age, 700 participants from 38 countries were afloat at the first signal at 7.30am, getting ready for their first round of the triathlon -- swimming 3.8km. The race officially started at 7.45am. Mathieu Ohalloran, 22, from Canada was leading in the swim, which gave him the upper hand to bike. Following behind him in less than an hour was Faris Al Sultan, 30, from Germany. In the women's category Hillary Biscay, 29, from USA was in the lead and this is her first time here to compete in Langkawi. Second place in the swimming competition was Elmar Schuberth from Austria. However the final result, exclaimed by the energetic emcee, Whit Raymond was different. Faris Al Sultan is now officially the champ and Ironman of Langkawi Ironman Triathlon 2008. He was amazingly an hour and 50 minutes ahead... More About: Video
Video - Pasir Gudang International Kite Festival 2008
2008-03-23 17:06:00 Pasir Gudang International Kite Festival 2008 :-For the 13th consecutive year, kite lovers joined the rest of the people of Johor at the recent International Kite Festival that took place from 18 to 24 February 2008 at Bukit Layang-Layang, Taman Bandar. This grand festival was organised in cooperation of Johor Corporation, Pasir Gudang Local Enforcement and Johor Tourism Action Council alongside Johor Kite Association and Johor Arts, Heritage and Culture. Started back in 1995, the kite fest became an official part of the Johor calendar of events, looking at the feedback it received since it first started. It was since then declared as the world's largest yearly kite fest. This time around the colourful event saw participation from 25 countries, which sums up to 180 kite enthusiasts to make the event even more merrier. Among the countries are Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Jerman, China, and India. Participation also included ASEAN countries. For Chile, however this was their first ... More About: Video
2008 Petronas F1 Malaysian Grand Prix Race Results
2008-03-23 16:42:00 2008 Petronas F1 Malaysian Grand Prix Race Results :-2008 F1 Race Results21 - 23 March 20081 Kimi Räikkönen - Ferrari2 Robert Kubica - BMW3 Heikki Kovalainen - McLaren-Mercedes4 Jarno Trulli - Toyota5 Lewis Hamilton - McLaren-Mercedes6 Nick Heidfeld - BMW7 Mark Webber - Red Bull-Renault8 Fernando Alonso - Renault9 David Coulthard - Red Bull-Renault10 Jenson Button - Honda11 Nelsinho Piquet - Renault12 Giancarlo Fisichella - Force India-Ferrari13 Rubens Barrichello - Honda14 Nico Rosberg - Williams-Toyota15 Anthony Davidson - Super Aguri-Honda16 Takuma Sato Super - Aguri-Honda17 Kazuki Nakajima - Williams-ToyotaRetired - Sebastian Vettel - STR-FerrariRetired - Felipe Massa - FerrariRetired - Adrian Sutil - Force India-FerrariRetired - Timo Glock - ToyotaRetired - Sebastien Bourdais - STR-Ferrari2008 Petronas F1 Malaysian Grand Prix Race Photos Coutesy Of SIC Source : Sepang International Circuit
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Malaysia Water Festival 2008 Set To Create Waves This Coming April
2008-03-21 05:34:00 KUALA LUMPUR, 18 March 2008 – With the tourism industry fast growing into one of Malaysia ’s largest earners for the economy, the Ministry of Tourism has envisioned highlighting Malaysia’s best resources into an attraction to be shared within the domestic and international markets.The Malaysia Water Festival is one of these visions displaying and harnessing a love for your natural surroundings, in this case the water element and a promotion of unity in the community through the use of nature.The Ministry of Tourism, Malaysia, is set to greet another edition of the Malaysia Water Festival this year at two of Malaysia’s famed sea front destinations -- Langkawi and Labuan.The Langkawi chapter of the Malaysia Water Festival will commence on 3 April 2008 and come to a close three days later on 5 April 2008, at Pantai Chenang in Langkawi. Registration for the activities on a daily basis is at 9:00 a.m. with the first set of activities starting at 10:00 a.m., and ending with the las... More About: Waves
International Guests At The F1 Petronas Malaysian Grand Prix 2008
2008-03-21 05:22:00 Tourism Malaysia is hosting a total of 458 participants from 27 countries to a Mega Familiarisation Programme (Mega Fam) in conjunction with the F1 PETRONAS Malaysian Grand Prix 2008.The countries comprise Australia, Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, China, Denmark, Finland, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Laos, Nepal, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Sweden, Thailand, the Philippines, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, USA and Vietnam.The participants, comprising travel agents, corporate executives and members of the international media, will attend a business presentation and dinner reception on 20 March at Hotel Istana, Kuala Lumpur. This will be followed by participation in the Malaysia GP Sale 2008 Shopping Run on 21 March at Bukit Bintang. They will watch the F1 PETRONAS Malaysian Grand Prix on 21 and 22 March at the Sepang International Circuit.Besides F1 events, educational visits to selected tourism products and destinations within the... More About: Guests , Petronas
AirAsia Unveils World's 1st AT&T Williams Formula One A320 Aircraft
2008-03-20 18:44:00 AirAsia Unveils World's 1st AT&T Williams Formula One A320 Aircraft .Sepang, 20th March 2008 - AirAsia, the leading and largest low cost carrier in Asia, today unveiled the world’s first commercial A320 aircraft with a Formula One team livery. The unveiling of the aircraft, whose livery is an exact look-alike of the AT&T Williams racing car, was held to coincide with the Malaysian Grand Prix which starts on 21 March 2008 and to mark AirAsia’s extended three year partnership with the AT&T Williams Formula One team.AirAsia’s AT&T Williams aircraft is a fitting tribute to Williams’ traditional racing colours of blue and white, whilst the ‘nose’ of the aircraft is designed to look like Nico Rosberg’s racing helmet. The aircraft AFW30 was named ‘Sir Frank Williams’ in tribute to Sir Frank Williams, Team Principal of AT&T Williams.Fans of the famed drivers came all the way around the region to seize the golden opportunity from the greet and meet sessi...
Malaysian Grand Prix - 2nd of 18 World Championship Races
2008-03-19 17:58:00 Malaysian Grand Prix : 2nd of 18 World Championship Races .17 March 2008, By Sepang International Circuit.Malaysian Grand Prix21st - 23rd March 20082nd of 18 World Championship races.PreviewMunich/Hinwil, 16th March 2008. The BMW Sauber F1 Team heads for a home event this coming weekend, exactly 9,778 kilometres distant from Munich and 10,012 kilometres from the Swiss headquarters at Hinwil: the Malaysian Grand Prix is held under the sponsorship of the team’s premium partner, Petronas.Nick Heidfeld:“For years now the Malaysian Grand Prix has been rather a special race for me. Petronas, of course, was already a partner of Sauber when I was driving for them from 2001 to 2003, and we used to do promotional tours around the country. As a Formula One driver you usually don’t get to see much beyond airports, hotels and race tracks as there simply isn’t the time to get to know a country and its people. But in Malaysia I’ve already managed to get around quite a bit and I feel very ... More About: Malaysian
Sepang Will Be Different, Says Mokhzani
2008-03-19 17:51:00 17 March 2008, By Sepang International Circuit.Thrilled with just concluded Australian Grand Prix, Sepang International Circuit chairman Datuk Mokhzani Tun Dr Mahathir, however, believes that the upcoming 2008 Formula One Petronas Malaysian Grand Prix this Sunday will be even more exciting.Speaking at RTM’s morning talk show, Selamat Pagi Malaysia today, Mokhzani said that Sepang was ready to deliver the best ever race in its 10-year history and that he expected the race at Sepang to be a three-cornered fight between McLaren, Ferrari and BMW Sauber for the top honours.“We saw the power of the McLaren in Australia and a convincing performance from the BMW Sauber. Ferrari did not do well; but I expect that they would be determined to bounce back in Sepang,” said Mokhzani.McLaren’s Lewis Hamilton drew first blood in the battle of world championship; winning the season’s opening race comfortably with Nick Heidfeld of BMW Sauber and Williams’ Nico Roseberg coming second and t...
AirAsia launches 50,000 Free Seats For All Domestic Destinations
2008-03-19 17:39:00 KUALA LUMPUR, 18 March 2008 – There are thousands of reasons why you should take a break and at AirAsia, there’s only one reason that counts. It’s the AirAsia FREE SEATS campaign! This time around, AirAsia is giving away 50,000 free seats for all its domestic destinations from all its four hubs; LCC Terminal (Kuala Lumpur), Kuching, Kota Kinabalu and Johor Bahru. All free* seats will be available for online booking only.From the LCC Terminal hub, AirAsia will offer free seats to 14 points including Alor Star, Bintulu, Johor Bahru, Kota Bahru, Kota Kinabalu, Kuching, Labuan, Langkawi, Miri, Penang, Sibu, Sandakan, Tawau and Terengganu. From Johor Bahru hub, the free seats will offer flights to Miri, Penang, Sibu and Kota Kinabalu.From its East Malaysia hubs, Kuching the airline flies to Bintulu, Johor Bahru, Kota Kinabalu, Miri, Penang and Sibu, while Kota Kinabalu hub services Miri, Penang, Sandakan and Tawau.The free seats are available for the following dates :-Booking perio... More About: Free , Domestic , Destinations
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Islamic Civilisation Park, Terengganu Malaysia
2008-03-17 01:35:00 The Islamic Civilisation Park is the latest tourist attraction in Terengganu. It was officially opened by the Prime Minister, YAB Dato’ Seri Abdullah Haji Ahmad Badawi on 3 February 2008.Located on Pulau Wan Man (Wan Man Island) in Kuala Terengganu, the 23-hectares Park is part of a project under the East Coast Economic Region (ECER)to further boost Kuala Terengganu as a waterfront city. Combining entertainment and education, the Park is expected to attract 1 million visitors during the Visit Terengganu Year 2008.The Islamic Civilisation Park is divided into two zones: the Islamic Civilisation Complex and the Public Zone.The Islamic Civilisation Complex features the first theme park that glorifies the achievements of Islamic architecture. When fully completed, the Park will feature 21 replicas of Islamic monuments and architecture from around the world.The main attractions of this theme park are five interactive monuments, namely Malaysia ’s National Mosque, the Dome of the Rock ...
Natalie Cole to perform in F1 gala dinner
2008-03-15 18:25:00 Natalie Cole to perform in F1 gala dinner.12 March 2008, By Hafidah Samat, New Straits Times.Grammy-Award winning singer-songwriter Natalie Cole will be staging her maiden performance at Petronas Malaysia Grand Prix Anniversary Gala 2008 gala dinner at Hilton Kuala Lumpur on March 20.Known for her vocal prowess and natural interpretation of lyrical interpretation Cole, who earned her first Grammy trophy in 1975, will serenade the audience in a 75-minute showcase featuring her classic hits including Miss You Like Crazy, Pink Cadillac, When I Fall In Love and L-O-V-E.Showtime is at 10.15pm.Hafez Mohamed from All Sports Services Sdn Bhd, who is the event organiser, said the deal with Cole’s management company came through about a month ago.“This is the fourth year the company is organising the gala dinner and it gets bigger and grander by the year. We are excited to have Natalie to grace the grand stage this year,” said Hafez.Accompanied by a 15-member entourage comprising musici... More About: Dinner , Natalie
Sepang International Circuit Announce Fastest Way to the F1 Race 2008
2008-03-15 18:19:00 Sepang International Circuit Announce Fastest Way to the F1 Race 2008 .Express Rail Link (ERL) and Sepang International Circuit (SIC) jointly announced the KLIA Transit Formula One Transfer Package, the fastest way to the race, today at a media event held in Kuala Lumpur City Air Terminal (KL CAT).At the launch ceremony, Dr Aminuddin Adnan, CEO ERL, said he was very honoured to share the stage with YBhg Dato Azmi Murad who has steadily built the Malaysian GP into its 10th year and the most prestigious world sporting event here in Malaysia successfully.He added, “ERL is now into our 6th year in supporting the Malaysian Grand Prix. Since we introduced this hassle-free transfer to the race in 2003, motor racing fans have been increasingly selecting this preferred mode of transport to the F1 race. Last year we carried close to 6,000 fans over the three days of which over 90% were foreigners. We earnestly hope to entice more Malaysians to switch to this mode of transport to the race. As... More About: Sepang
Video : Malaysia Chinese New Year Open House 2008
2008-02-19 20:47:00 Video : Malaysia Chinese New Year Open House 2008.Malaysia's Chinese New Year Open House 2008 at Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur. More About: Video
Video : A Glimpse of Chinese New Year
2008-02-19 20:46:00 Video : A Glimpse of Chinese New Year . More About: Video , Chinese New Year
Video : Chinese New Year 2008
2008-02-19 20:43:00 Video : Chinese New Year 2008.Family reunion feasts and open houses take place during this festive occasion among the Chinese community here. 'Ang Pow' or little red packets are given out to children by the elders. There are also lion and dragon dance performances featured to commemorate this festival. More About: Video , Chinese New Year
Video : Traversing Through Temenggor, Perak Malaysia
2008-02-19 20:39:00 Video : Traversing Through Temenggor, Perak Malaysia . More About: Video
Malaysia 12th General Election : Election Process in Malaysia
2008-02-19 19:28:00 Malaysia 12th General Election : Election Process in Malaysia.Malaysia will hold its 12th general election on March 8 2008 and nomination day on 24 February 2008. Malaysia practises parliamentary democracy with constitutional monarchy and His Royal Highness is the paramount ruler. The Federal Constitution was legislated with the setting up of conditions for this system to exist.One of the conditions of parliamentary democracy is the separation of the administrative power into three parts, which are legislative, judiciary, and administrative or executive. A general election is held every five years to elect members of the Dewan Rakyat. Parties with the most votes can form a government to rule the country.The Federal Parliament is the highest judiciary body in Malaysia. Unless dissolved, the Parliament will proceed for five years from the date of the first proceeding session conducted after a general election.At the end of the five-year period, the Parliament is automatically dissolve... More About: Malaysia , General Election
MALAYSIA AIRLINES OFFERS UP TO 70% DISCOUNT AT TRAVEL FAIR
2008-02-19 19:12:00 MALAYSIA AIRLINES OFFERS UP TO 70% DISCOUNT AT TRAVEL FAIR.For a limited period of three days, Malaysia ns will be able to pick up great travel offers from Malaysia Airlines at its once-a-year Travel Fair .The Malaysia Travel Fair (MATF), the country's renowned premier consumer travel event, is back again this year with its value-for-money air travel deals from 22-24 February 2008.During this exciting 3-day event, which will be held at 8 locations nationwide, travelers will be able to take advantage of great bargains with discounts of up to 70% on its international and domestic routes.Commercial Director, Dato Rashid Khan said: "Due to popular demand, we have decided to hold this year's event as a dual fair - physical and virtual. The physical fairs this year will be held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) in Kuala Lumpur, Penang International Sports Arena in Penang, Trengganu Trade Centre in Kuala Trengganu, Persada Johor International Convention Centre in Johor Bahru, Su... More About: Offers
10,000 Seats to Hangzhou Snapped Up : AirAsia X expands with second interna
2008-02-09 14:31:00 10,000 Seats to Hangzhou Snapped Up : AirAsia X expands with second international route.AirAsia X, the pioneer of low-cost, long-haul air travel, today commemorated the official launch of its inaugural Kuala Lumpur – Hangzhou flight at the Low-Cost Carrier Terminal (LCCT), Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Following its much anticipated announcement of this second international destination on the 15th of January with promotional RM99 fares, 10,000 seats valued at over RM5 million have been snapped up for travel in February and March, ahead of today’s first flight in the run up to the upcoming Lunar New Year..The pioneer passengers were welcomed upon check-in by AirAsia X CEO, Azran Osman-Rani, clad in a festive red Chinese outfit. He received mandarin oranges and was entertained by a traditional lion dance, adding to the festive atmosphere in the packed LCCT. Azran subsequently joined the passengers on the flight where he was received at Hangzhou Airport by senior city and air...
Gong Xi Fa Chai : Happy Chinese New Year 2008 To All Chinese in Malaysia &a
2008-02-06 13:59:00 Gong Xi Fa Chai : Happy Chinese New Year 2008 To All Chinese in Malaysia & Worldwide.Chinese in Malaysia will celebrate Chinese New Year Of The Rat tomorrow.Gong Xi Fa Chai !!Chinese New Year 2008 - The Year Of The RatThe Rat is the first sign of the Chinese zodiac and signifies new beginnings. This year is thus an appropriate time to start new ventures, especially groundbreakings. This includes new ideas, directions, and ways of doing things. It is a time to experiment and put plans into action, as there will be plenty of opportunities to achieve success. Something to consider is that which is begun now is likely to have long term consequences, so choose wisely to enrich your life. Video : Chinese New Year Song 2008A girl goes on a walk in China and all people around share with her. Surrounded by so much friendliness and the new years mood, everyone is helping each other, including her.As she comes home, you can see that the home is bi-cultural, because inside her home, Russian and...
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Malaysia Airlines Awarded Coveted ATW’s Phoenix Award
2008-01-31 10:18:00 Malaysia Airlines Award ed Coveted ATW’s Phoenix AwardSubang: Malaysia Airlines was presented with the Phoenix Award by Penton Media's Air Transport World, the leading monthly magazine covering the global airline industry.The Phoenix Award recognizes airlines that have gone through a life changing transformation. Malaysia Airlines came within months of shutting down in 2006 due to financial losses, but turned itself around through a restructuring program that contributed to record earnings for the first 9 months of 2007, without affecting its reputation for excellent service.Malaysia Airlines Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer, Dato’ Sri Idris Jala said, “We are delighted to be presented with this award which recognizes the hard work of our employees, all of whom have contributed their hands and hearts in a collective effort to turn the airline around. This award will not be possible without them, and the support we have received from the Malaysian government and busin... More About: Malaysia
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Visit Malaysia Year 2007 Extended To Visit Terengganu, Kelantan And Kedah Y
2008-01-29 13:35:00 Visit Malaysia Year 2007 Extended To Visit Terengganu, Kelantan And Kedah Year 2008The success of the Visit Malaysia Year 2007 campaign has spurred interest among three state governments to embark on a similar campaign in their states for the year 2008. The states that are organizing a Visit State Year 2008 are Terengganu, Kelantan and Kedah.Visit Terengganu 2008Visit Terengganu 2008 was officially launched on 1 January 2008 together with the proclamation of Kuala Terengganu, the state’s capital, as a city.An idyllic destination for total relaxation, Terengganu is blessed with pristine islands with an abundance of marine lives, untouched rainforest and a unique culture. With its tagline, Terengganu … Where Nature Embraces Heritage”, the campaign focuses on the three main treasures of Terengganu: nature, tradition and heritage.Visit Terengganu 2008 calendar highlights more than 20 events that will take place in the state this year. Among the international events to be held are:... More About: Visit
F1 Roadshow 2008 Meets Fans in Melaka Malaysia
2008-01-27 18:36:00 F1 Roadshow 2008 Meets Fans in Melaka Malaysia 25 January 2008, By Sepang International CircuitThe 2008 Formula One Roadshow kicked off at Mahkota Parade in Melaka today and motor racings actually can literally get a taste of the Grand Prix experience.Roadshow promoters Sepang International Circuit (SIC) and Petronas has set up a GP Café to allow fans experience the warm hospitality services usually offered at the VIP paddock during F1 races as among the attractions at the three-day roadshow.Offering a wide array of food and beverage, fans can indulge themselves in a cup of latte or a sensuous kebab at the café or opt to test their skills at the F1 simulators at the roadshow."This GP Café is some of the new additions to our F1 roadshow this year. We decided on something new this year in conjunction with the 10th edition of the Formula One Petronas Malaysian Grand Prix.Of course, there will also be plenty of fun and games, quizzes; goodies and prizes to be won at the roadshow apa...
Record Turnout Targeted For 10th Edition of Petronas Malaysian Grand Prix
More articles from this author:2008-01-27 18:28:00 Record Turnout Targeted For 10th Edition of Petronas Malaysian Grand Prix21 January 2008, By Sepang International CircuitTargeting 125,000 spectators for the race, Malaysian F1 promoter Sepang International Circuit (SIC) has expressed confidence that the 10th edition of the Formula One PETRONAS Malaysian Grand Prix this year will set a new record in spectators’ turnout and bigger enjoyment for the fans.While the Formula One race is expected to be as thrilling as ever, particularly with the changes to the regulations for the 2008 season, SIC Chairman Datuk Mokhzani Tun Mahathir noted that the inclusion of the brand new Speedcar Series and GP2 Asia Series as the support races to the event would provide fans with additional excitement.“On track, the 10th edition of the Formula One PETRONAS Malaysian Grand Prix will provide the most comprehensive race programme with the new GP2 Asia Series and the Speedcar Series joining the Porsche Carrera Cup Asia and Formula BMW Asia as the suppo... More About: Record 1, 2, 3 |
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