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SHOP MALAYSIA SHOPPING MALAYSIA GUIDEBOOK is published by Tourism Malaysia 9th Floor, No. 2, Tower 1, Jalan P5/6, Presint 5, 62200 Putrajaya, Malaysia Tel: +603-8891 8000 E-mail: enquiries@tourism.gov.my Tourism Infoline: 1 300 88 5050 While every care has been taken to ensure all information is correct at time of print, changes may occur without prior notice. It is to be understood the content of this guidebook is solely for the purpose of general information. It is without any implied warranty or representation as to the accuracy or completeness. No one shall be entitled to claim detrimental reliance on any of the information.

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Hello and welcome to one of the most popular holiday and shopping destinations in the region! Malaysia brings you more than just white sandy beaches, ancient rainforests, a colourful heritage and sparkling modern cities. It offers on a platter, a kaleidescope the most seasoned of shoppers. High end malls and departmental stores packed with a huge spread of local products and famous designer goods easily meet the expectations of mall enthusiasts. Or if you seek authentic local experiences, step into the street markets for an adventure of another kind but yet, equally thrilling. Wherever you go, fabulous bargains and promotions will provide you with some of the most enjoyable shopping sprees you would have encountered.

friendly Ringgit a pleasant experience made even better by the fact that many of the retail goods are tax exempted, which of course amounts to a sort of double savings. With such attractive elements in place, it is much easier to get a total makeover or even purchase luxury items which elsewhere, might be

with money to spend will regard our malls as wonderful retail playgrounds, others on a budget will choices that come with amazing savings. What’s more, the country abounds with a rich collection of exotic souvenirs like batik, pewter, songket, pottery and numerous other handicrafts that beautifully capture the charming essence of Malaysia. Topping this is our famous cuisine which has only ever garnered the best of reviews. Enhancing the already delightful shopping landscape are the sale carnivals that help make your Malaysian shopping experiences even more magical. The annual 1Malaysia GP Sale, held in

conjunction with the F1 Grand Prix Race, the 1Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival, popularly known as the ‘mother of all sales’ and the 1Malaysia Year-End Sale which celebrates the year end festivities, jointly have fashioned Malaysia as a leading shopping hub in this region. And the offers served up during these carnivals are so good, one hardly needs to worry about burning a hole in the pocket. Not only are the bargains attractive, the range of items on sale are so wide it’ll simply be a sin not to shop. There is something for everyone here, however young or old. From innovative and elegant fashions to household items, gadgets, books, toys and tools - you can be assured

pocket and person. So, if you’re holidaying in Malaysia, make it a point to drop in at our malls and street markets - we guarantee you a most memorable shopping spree.

The Editorial Team Shopping Malaysia Secretariat

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Malaysia’s reputation as a highly desirable shopping destination is well founded. This can in many ways be directly linked to its tax policy of ensuring that as many retail items as possible are duty-free and in addition to the variety of products already being carried by duty-free outlets in Malaysia’s international airports and elsewhere like in Langkawi and Labuan. In fact, with the exception of a small number of items, almost all consumer goods in Malaysia are duty-free and as such, priced very competitively when compared to other parts of the region. Duty-free items available in Malaysia include watches, cosmetics except for face powder, perfumes, watches, cameras, computers,

complete golf clubs, most sports equipment, musical instruments, apparel, handbags, shoes, shampoo, suits, children’s apparel, wallets, golf balls, imitation jewellery, shirts, lingerie, nightwear, perfumes and much more. Shoppers if the item they are interested in purchasing is duty free and to decide accordingly. Shoppers should be also mindful that while bargaining is another favourite aspect of shopping in Malaysia, most retail outlets have and that many of these products are price controlled and determined by the distributers or labels. But for the ardent shopper, a stroll into the retail outlets throughout the

country can often bring pleasant surprises as some retailers, especially of electrical and electronic items, are sometimes willing to offer small discounts on top of listed prices. This is usually not the case, however, at the more established outlets. But it should not be construed that Malaysia is a destination for cheap products. In fact, the absence of payable duty on the many items simply mean that shoppers are getting true value for their money and more cash to spend on other luxuries that make a holiday memorable.

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To say that Malaysians truly enjoy their shopping is perhaps something of a misnomer. This is apparent the minute visitors step off their immigration and baggage reclaim, passing through a kaleidoscope of brightly lit shop fronts assailing their travel weary senses. But truth be known, this is but a taste of things to come, for Malaysia is well known, if not for her truly eclectic, exciting, cosmopolitan, buy-of-alifetime shopping adventures. Malaysia’s airports, both international and domestic, all offer a variety of shopping experiences, differing only in terms of offerings and to some extent, local products. In Sabah and Sarawak, for example, a selection of local delicacies can be found that are not available elsewhere, alongside handicraft and fabrics unique to the states. ! still lie within the international airports among which, the Kuala Lumpur International Airport or KLIA, with its unique ‘rain forest within the airport’ concept, must stand out as one of the best. Retail shops occupy not just the central

terminal but line the route to every departure gate, with sales people couture, haute cuisine, and simply haute shopping! Designer labels, to the latest electronic gadgetry, #

for everyone here. A host of eateries you to refresh and rejuvenate before continuing your shopping! Worth mentioning is the Langkawi International Airport. While the island itself is entirely dutyfree, visitors would appreciate the convenience of having a last $ purchase the unique T-shirt they’d been thinking about but left too late to buy! The terminal offers a surprisingly broad selection of duty and tax-free outlets. Malaysia’s on-ground shopping is an experience, to which one can only succumb! So get with it, and get

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RETAIL HOT SPOTS IN KLANG VALLEY The Klang Valley comprises Kuala Lumpur and Petaling Jaya and within this highly dynamic and cosmopolitan enclave, are over 150 shopping centres and malls of varying sizes, prestige and offerings. Many of these are a combination of hotels integrated with shopping centres and amusement parks, and make excellent choices for families wanting a convenient all-in-one location to stay, shop and play.

Within Kuala Lumpur’s premier shopping district is the Bukit Bintang area, sometimes also known as the city’s ultimate shopping zone. Eight shopping centres take pride of place here, ranging from the exclusive to the approachable. And for those looking for somewhere more down to earth, Bukit Bintang Plaza and Sungei Wang Shopping Centre are where you want to be. Computer % Yat Plaza an amazing place to spend a few hours checking out

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hundreds of outlets selling a

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the Damansara District and Sunway Pyramid Shopping

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Not to be outdone, Petaling Jaya or PJ has an equally impressive line-up of shopping

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1 Utama Shopping Centre

Berjaya Times Square

Bukit Bintang Plaza

The 1 Utama Shopping Centre is one of Klang Valley’s most established retail centres. The addition of a new wing has made it one of the most popular and vibrant centres to visit and shop at. Carrying a wide selection of popular international labels including BCBG, Maxazaria, Bimba & Lola, Braun Buffel, Chanel, Coach and many more, 1 Utama is a constant hive of activity with many product launches and exhibitions taking place there all year round. Floor ( $) to Nyonya cuisine, bistros, elegant Chinese Restaurants and more, all make for a truly entertaining day. If you’re in the mood for some exercise, head for the indoor wall climbing facility with its futsal court and batting range.

1,000 retail shops and service outlets, 7.5 million square feet, the nation’s largest indoor theme park, a 650-room hotel and more, certainly makes this the largest shopping ) = # world of fun, fascination and endless shopping. The mall also features a three-storey high IT centre with over 80,000 square feet of space offering the latest in digital technology and gadgetry.

The Bukit Bintang Plaza takes its name after the district and street it is in, an indication perhaps, of its illustrious past. But like its adjoining shopping centre, the Sungei Wang Plaza, BB Plaza as it is fondly known, has its own appeal. BB Plaza offers a wonderful, down to earth shopping experience. Visitors will myriad of stores carrying a range of fashion items for teenagers at rock bottom prices. Those on the look out for special fashion somethings would have a good boutiques here.

www.1utama.com.my

www.timessquarekl.com

www.uda.com.my

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the Curve

Empire Shopping Gallery

fahrenheit88

Adjacent to the 1 Utama Shopping Centre is the Curve, Malaysia’s ‘The Street’ is where you want to be, with over 50 food and beverage outlets, many with al fresco dining featuring menus of an entire range of Malaysian and international cuisine. The mall proper contains over 180 retail outlets with the usual wide offerings of international and Malaysian fashions, bookshops, appliances, electronic items and more. Weekends are when this place truly comes alive, with a colourful ' the entire length of ‘The Street’, selling knick-knacks, clothing and a bewildering range of trendy, funky and fun items. the Curve is also linked to Asia’s largest IKEA Home Furnishings outlet and the IPC, a one-stop electrical, electronic and lifestyle centre.

One of the Klang Valley’s newer complexes, the Empire Shopping Gallery is a stylish destination serving the needs of a largely suburban market. This bright and elegant centre has well over 180 stores focused on contemporary lifestyle, with an excellent mix of specialty stores including fashion, health and beauty to IT, gadgets and accessories. The centre has an impressive selection of restaurants, a multitude of international and local fashion stores and other retail outlets. An adjacent hotel and ' ' *;< bustling and exciting place to visit.

fahrenheit88 is home to over 250 retail stores and has as its main anchor, Uniqlo, a leading Japanese fashion brand, lending even greater weight to the mall’s Tokyo-inspired fashion fusion culture. Catering mainly to young urbanites, fahrenheit88 is a vibrant and iconic shopping destination for the latest in hip wear and in-vogue tech gadgets. This is the place for truly individualistic merchandise not found elsewhere in the city.

www.thecurve.com.my

www.esg.com.my

www.fahrenheit88.com

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The Gardens Mall

Lot 10

Mid Valley Megamall

Elegant, sophisticated and perhaps most of all, calming - this might sound like a strange thing to say of a shopping centre but the Gardens Mall exudes a sense of tranquillity. With its theme of ‘Inspire, Reward, Relax’, of designer offerings including Karen Millen, Massimo Dutti, Lewre Couture, BCBG MAXAZARIA, Raul, Coach, Ted Baker, Longchamp, Armani, Burberry, Louis Vuitton and more in an environment of relative peace. Well laid out with armchairs and sitting areas positioned strategically around the mall, visitors to be extremely comfortable. Ample eateries and two adjoining hotels make this a truly convenient shopping destination too.

More than anything, Lot 10 is popular for its basement-level food court which features some of Asia’s most popular street food. Crowds throng to the food court throughout the day and once satiated, head for the little stores and boutiques above. The mall is home to the country’s only National Geographic Store with UK giant Debenhams, being the latest edition. Head for the rooftop if you’re in the mood for some theatre or clubbing fun - the Actors Studio and exclusive nightclub, Rootz are well known entertainment spots in the city. The ‘Forest In The City’ theme makes a pleasing setting for the rooftop brasserie, Teeq.

This is one of the longest malls in South East Asia, containing over four hundred shops and outlets covering twelve categories of products. Anchoring the facility are two large supermarket chains and two other equally large stores, AEON and Metrojaya. A multi-screen cinema, bowling alley and ample eateries from cosy restaurants, bistros, snack joints and local hawker fare make the MidValley Mega Mall the ideal place to spend an entire day. There’s usually something happening here, so it is the perfect place to check out the latest in fashion and more. If that’s not enough for you, there’s always The Gardens Mall a short walk away.

www.midvalleygardens.com. my

www.lot10.com.my

www.midvalleycity.com

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The Mines

Paradigm Mall

Pavilion Kuala Lumpur

This large suburban mall has established itself as a truly family oriented destination. With a wide offering of merchandise and themselves totally enamoured with the variety of offerings, from cuisine to fashion labels, gadgets, interactive play areas for children and a Venetian-like canal running through its interior offering cruises! The Mines is also home to Malaysia’s largest IT Megastore and claims to have the largest >( southern hemisphere, comprising 48,000 square feet and over 80 shops and kiosks! But you don’t have to be an IT freak to shop here as there is an exciting mix of local and international fashion styles to choose from. The Mines is situated a little out of the city, so spending an entire day is your best bet of making the most of a great place.

The most recent addition to Klang Valley’s shopping centre fraternity is the Paradigm Mall. Located in Petaling Jaya, this lifestyle mall with its sleek, aweinspiring façade has a little bit of something for everyone. Billed as a ‘shoppertainment’ centre, it has elegant and family-oriented dining establishments, top fashion outlets and an entire gamut of other stores to cater to the most discerning of tastes. From trendsetting fashion and lifestyle boutiques to funky stores, a myriad of top-of-the-range retail names offer the latest in designs. For those not too inclined towards shopping, there’s a ninescreen cinema to while away a few hours. Paradigm Mall is all of six ? of shopping and entertainment pleasure!

This complex’s exterior belies it cavernous interior and opulence. It is one of Klang Valley’s newest malls and boasts over 450 stores over seven retail levels. With exclusive labels from around the world and the very latest in fashion, health and beauty, entertainment, electronics and gourmet outlets, the Pavilion Kuala Lumpur has set new benchmarks in the industry! Excellent shopping is supported by a host of brand names including Hermes, Coach, DKNY, GUCCI, Yves Saint Laurent, Versace, TODs, Montblanc and many more, while makes the Pavilion Kuala Lumpur a shopping paradise.

www.the-mines.com.my

www.paradigmmall.com.my

www.pavilion-kl.com

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Plaza Low Yat

Publika

Starhill Gallery

The place for all things IT! Plaza Low Yat has established itself as the leading place for great deals in the latest IT products and gadgetry, photography, video games and mobile phones. Here is where your every techno need is usually met on ' ' and shops. Given its seemingly haphazard, yet fascinating array of products, visitors would be well advised to take their time to work through the many offers and deals.

Publika is a unique amalgamation of cultural activity and retail shopping that stands apart from other shopping centres. It focuses on creating an urban lifestyle centre for creative expression and activities, as well as being a hub for creative citizens and innovative entrepreneurs. So in addition to the usual offerings, Publika also offers unusual specialty stores and art galleries. Included within its that are used for fashion shows, art exhibits, theatre and music performances. This is an exciting place to spend an entire day in both shopping and artistic immersion.

Considered one of ‘Asia’s most beautiful shopping malls’, the Starhill Gallery was conceptualised to cater to the needs of the sophisticated shopper. Featuring the crème de la crème of haute couture with many labels unavailable anywhere else in Asia, the Gallery simply exudes sophistication, elegance and prestige. With names such as Feast, Indulge, Adorn, Explore, Pamper, Relish and Muse representing Starhill gallery truly pampers its elite clientele. Ensconced within the complex is the one-of-a-kind ‘Global Fine Watch Retail Centre’ showcasing the single largest concentration of the world’s leading horology legends including names such as Boucheron, Audemar Piguet, Bedat & Co., Cecil Purnell and Jaeger-LeCoultre.

www.plazalowyat.com

www.publika.com.my

www.starhillgallery.com

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Sungei Wang Plaza

Sunway Pyramid

Suria KLCC

Among the oldest, yet most highly visited shopping centre in the Klang Valley is the Sungei Wang Plaza. Having won the ‘Best Shopping Complex’ award several times, this grand old lady of shopping centres remains very much a popular place to visit and scout for the latest in trends at extremely reasonable prices. Fashion apparel, shoes, sports equipment, electronics and Q ; Sungei Wang Plaza chock-a-block full of people, endless activities and bargains all year.

[ if not the most distinctive, is the Sunway Pyramid. Styled after the ancient Egyptian monuments of Giza and Luxor, the entrance to this shopping centre is guarded by an imposing Sphinx; hieroglyphics can be found surrounding the structure and its vicinity. The shopping centre itself carries a nice mix of both up and mid-market merchandise, and is a favourite amongst both foreign visitors and out-of-town Malaysians due to its proximity to the exhilarating Sunway Lagoon Theme Park and a safari-inspired resort hotel. The mall also houses # ' '

Perfectly nestled between the world famous Petronas Twin Towers is the Suria KLCC shopping centre. Located in the very heart of the city, Suria KLCC has everything the ardent shopper could possibly need or want in a day of retail therapy. With six levels to explore, this very sophisticated mall has outlets covering a broad range of Malaysian and international brands to suit the widest budgets, tastes and desires. As the centre sits adjacent to one of the most scenic parks in the city, the Suria KLCC is often the choice of locals and visitors alike for an entire day of shopping, unwinding and entertaining.

www.sunwaypyramid.com

www.suriaklcc.com.my

www.sungeiwang.com

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As a country made up of diverse cultural and ethnic communities, it is reasonable to assume that there will be plenty of arts and crafts, traditional and modern to be found in each region of Malaysia. There is bound to be something exclusive for anyone who visits. Here is a snapshot of what’s on offer ...

Perlis / Kedah The two states of Perlis and Kedah straddle the northern MalaysiaThailand border. This is a very popular duty free zone, particularly for travelers crossing in and out of the border towns of Padang Besar and Bukit Kayu Hitam. A number of tax-exempted products, food and clothes are available in little stores here.

Penang Known as the Pearl of the Orient, Georgetown brims with shops of antiques, curios, textiles, food, jewellery and clothes. Some areas are famous for particular items like the Little India, known for its gold bazaar, silks and spices. Places like Queensbay Mall and Gurney Plaza carry local and international brands for those who prefer the air-conditioned indoors. To get a real taste of Penang, visit a night market, the biggest of which is at Batu Ferringhi where football jerseys, sunglasses, silver jewellery $

Explore the alleys of Penang Road, Burma Road and Campbell Street to see what antiques you can pick up.

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Selangor / Klang Valley Malacca

Langkawi Apart from the sun and sea, this paradise island offers entire areas dedicated to duty-free shopping. Visitors can buy duty-free electrical goods, all sorts of gadgets, perfumes, chocolates, cosmetics, cigarettes and cigars, alcohol and much more at amazing tax-exempted prices. Look out for outlets at the airport, Jetty Point Shopping Complex, Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall and Langkawi Parade Megamall.

Malacca is a haven for antique seekers. Mention Jonker Street to any local and they will tell you how to get there. It is a must for those seeking unusual curiosities, and exotic souvenirs. In the days of old, women in Malacca used to wear hand-sewn beaded slippers which are still being made and sold. For interesting handicraft, make your way to Dataran Pahlawan, Medan Samudera or the stalls along Jalan Merdeka. Malacca is also famous ^_ # to the Peranakan people. There are plenty of sidewalk stalls and cafes to sample this delicious fare.

Kuala Lumpur is a city bursting with shopping malls and departmental stores. The area of Bukit Bintang alone caters for every need, from electronic goods to the latest books. Other landmarks like the Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, fahrenheit88, Suria KLCC, MidValley Megamall, Sunway Pyramid, 1 Utama, the Curve, Bangsar Shopping Centre, Bangsar Village and more offer a string of local and international labels. There are also hundreds of smaller stores with no shortage of ‘Sale’ seasons to entice local and foreign shoppers. Selangor is also famous for pewter and shoppers can be sure of a treasured keepsake when buying a souvenir.

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Perak

Johor

The state’s capital city of Ipoh is ^ # noodles. Perak is also known for the ‘pomelo’ fruit, similar to a grapefruit but larger and sweeter. As it is close to Cameron Highlands and the fruit orchards that thrive in the area, there is also a good variety of fresh fruits. Something to look out for is the ‘Labu Sayong’, a gourd-shaped clay pot that is used not just as decoration, but also as a water container. Perak’s popular island of Pangkor supplies many dried seafood products.

Johor is fast being transformed into a shopping paradise, especially for visitors from across the causeway in Singapore where day trips are normal. Johore’s malls like City Square and AEON Tebrau attract locals and foreigners alike. The ZON is a duty-free zone within the city and well worth visiting. The town of Ayer Hitam is famous for pottery; little shops line the streets offering a multitude of items from objects. If textiles and linen are on your shopping list, head for the town of Tangkak.

Negeri Sembilan There is an area in Negeri Sembilan called Nilai that is a dedicated wholesale centre. The Nilai 1 section offers a range of bamboo furniture to textiles, household linens, decorative items and glamourous apparel. Nilai 3 focuses on textiles only and prices at this wholesale centre are very competitive.

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Sabah Pahang Surrounded by highlands and rainforests, Pahang has an abundance of raw material which are used by the aboriginal community or Orang Asli to make household items. Tea is also grown alongside fresh farm produce and strawberries are popular purchases too. Hill resorts like Genting Highlands, Cameron Highlands, Bukit Tinggi and Fraser’s Hill make for popular getaways all year around.

Kelantan / Terengganu These two states are home to some of the best silverware, silks and giant kites in the country. A popular ^ ' # woven cloth with gold and silver threads. Check out the puppets used in ‘Wayang Kulit’ - a shadow play. Specialty foods found here are like the ‘belacan’, ‘budu’ and ‘keropok lekor’. Craftsmen and women in '

on several handicrafts and artwork.

On the island of Borneo is Sabah, the Land Below the Wind, home to a unique community of more than 30 ethnic groups including the Kadazandusun, Murut and Bajau. With them comes a wide range of beadwork, basketry, jewellery, woven cloths, Sabah tea, and particularly the beautiful cultured pearls. These can be bought singularly or as earrings, necklaces or rings. There are plenty of shops to browse through for crafts, especially at Wawasan Plaza in Kota Kinabalu and the Handicraft Market.

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Sarawak Also on the island of Borneo is Sarawak, Land of the Hornbill. The unique ‘Pua Kumbu’, a hand woven textile, is a treasured item in Dayak households. Watch an expert weaver deftly use her skills to produce a one-off piece. Beadwork is also a speciality, as is bamboo, rattan and wood carving. Sarawak is famous for its pepper and pineapples too. Most of these are available in sidewalk stores, shops, shopping malls and markets in Kuching, Sibu and Miri.

Labuan One of three Federal Territories of Malaysia, Labuan is a designated duty-free island offering a wide selection of goods. Shoppers will cosmetics, perfumes, watches and chocolates easily. Along Jalan OKK Awang Besar, are shops specialising in Chinese jade and ceramics, furniture and embroidered material.

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ALL MALAYSIAN GIFTS It is a common practice for Malaysians to give and receive gifts all year through. As such it is no wonder that there is a huge variety of Malaysian gifts and souvenirs available. Tourists can choose from something small and light for easy packing or given a bit of determination, the shipping home of large art pieces or furniture. Notwithstanding this, the choice of what to actually bring home as a memento or a gift remains a huge challenge and these can range from t-shirts, simple placemats and hand-crafted batik purses to large earthenware pots and pewter tea sets. Elegant and one-of-a-kind Malaysian batik designs have always been popular choices. Shirts, evening and beach dresses, pareos and more can be found in block

products include home decor, art pieces and corporate gifts that make excellent gifts. Of exceptional beauty and design is Malaysia’s pewter ware which has a tradition of production and design going back more than a century and a half. An alloy of tin and other metals is made into tableware, dress jewellery, tea sets, ! and elegant, Malaysian pewter is certainly something to seriously consider buying. Other Malaysian handicraft include the very precious and intricate ‘songket’, or hand woven silk interlaced with precious metal threads of gold and silver. A symbol fabrics are most often worn during ceremonies such as weddings and

; ' greatly in terms of quality and intricacy of design and prices. A single simple piece can take up to two weeks to complete with more complex pieces taking up to six months. However, shoppers are not limited to purchasing ‘songket’ sarongs or wraps as they have been made into a wide range of items including table runners, placemats, gift boxes, purses and more. It is possible to bring home an elegant piece of Malaysia that is both practical and exotic without costing you an arm and a leg! Another luxurious choice for

and exquisite pieces is handmade Malaysian jewellery. These gold and silver originate from the east coast states of Peninsular Malaysia and are usually made

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into brooches or pins. Sometimes used as ‘kerongsang’ or a chain of brooches to fasten the buttonless kebaya, they are wonderful pieces to give away or to adorn that elegant black evening gown. Woodcraft is another possible choice for visitors to bring home. This includes the famous ‘gasing’ or wooden top which has a long history of being used in competitions in the country. The truly traditional giant ‘gasing’ can weigh up to 5 kilogrammes and when expertly thrown, can spin up to two hours. Visitors are of course not expected to purchase these works of art and sport as much smaller, and more manageable sizes are available, that essentially work on the same principle.

Also from the Malaysian east coast is the giant ‘wau bulan’ or moon kite. These intricate works of art

$ on them and are wonderful pieces of traditional art to bring home. Kites used in competitions can have a wingspan of up to 2.5 metres, making it a little inconvenient to ` But smaller and equally intricate ( # but make excellent wall decorations in any room. Visitors should take note that prices for most traditional craft items can vary depending on where they are purchased but buying directly from the artisans or within their immediate vicinity might be a little cheaper. Prices in stores are usually

There are also delicious Malaysian delicacies that can be taken home. These include a variety of sweets and biscuits such as the Dodol, Kueh Cincin, Coconut Candy and Biscuits, preserved fruits, Penang’s famous ‘Tau Sar Pneah’ and many more. There are also savoury snacks such as anchovies and various crackers that can be prepared later at home. Visitors however would be well advised to check with their country’s customs control for the importation of produce before leaving for their vacations. Regardless of whether you choose something simple or extraordinary, bringing home a memory of Malaysia to wear, display, consume or give away, will remind you of the wonderful time you had in this warm and welcoming country.

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WHERE TO FIND? Edward Kong South Sea Pearl Farms Timbun Mata, South Silumpat and North Silumpat islands, Sabah. Pearls sold at:

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Edward Kong South Sea Pearl Starhill Gallery 181, Jalan Bukit Bintang 55100 Kuala Lumpur

Pearls have been regarded for centuries as items of beauty, value and a measure of one’s status in society. _ ( perfect pearl requires the opening ng of hundreds of oysters, hence the high price. Farming of oysters for harvesting pearls in salt water and freshwater means that this precious object is more readily available to the discerning buyer as a gift for someone special, or for personal use to enjoy in years to come. The marine conditions off the coasts of Sabah are ideal for supporting

the hatcherie hatcheries of oysters, seeding of the pearl pearl, and harvesting. Nothing iis wasted, as the oyster are used as mother-of-pearl shells a for fu furniture, buttons and even powdered for use in cosmetics. Much of Sabah’s cultured pearls { America where they are used for jewellery like earrings, necklaces, bracelets and brooches, and often used by designers on wedding

Opening hours: Monday - Sunday: 10am - 10pm Tel : +603 2145 7897 Fax : +603 2145 7867 Website: www.edwardkong.com Email: ekssp@shiningstar.com.my Edward Kong Gallery (by appointment only) 71, Jalan Maarof Bangsar Baru 59000 Kuala Lumpur Tel: +603 2287 8817 Fax: +603 2283 5317 Email: query@edwardkong.com Yumemi Shinju Sdn Bhd 888, Jalan Laut Kunak Pulau Tabawan 91200 Kunak, Sabah Tel: +6089 85 5312

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028/029 COUTURE CULTURE

Malaysia has been proclaimed the second best shopping destination

well on its way to being among the best in the world if it keeps up its untiring efforts at the creation of bigger and better shopping experiences around the country. With its niche of extremely competitive prices and a broad range of products, Malaysia stands tall among the world’s favourite shopping destinations.

Labels such as Armani, Anna Sui, BCBG, Blahnik, Chanel, D&G, Dior, Gucci, Hugo Boss, Jimmy Choo, Prada, Versace and Zang Toi are easily available throughout the country. These elegant and desirable brands roll off the tongue haute couture. For many, the use of these famous brands represents the epitome of the good life. And where better to acquire these prestigious brands than when travelling to an exotic destination such as Malaysia. Travellers to Malaysia will often and trends. The styles most readily available in the country are usually from spring and summer lines as there is little demand for the heavier, darker shades of winter

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and autumn in this warm tropical country. So stroll through the countless shopping centres clothing, shoes, purses and other accessories. So whether on purpose or through serendipity, many shoppers will must-have fashion statements until the next season’s designs come in. But for many shoppers a bargain is a bargain and can prove irresistible. Besides, one can never have enough choices where ones closet is concerned, or so it is said. Malaysia is home to some of the most prestigious brands in the world of fashion and these include the very top names in haute couture, ready-to-wear and other

casual wear apparel. Visitors in the Bukit Bintang shopping district will for example, be surrounded by a number of highly exclusive names including the House of Dior, Fendi, Kenzo, Louis Vuitton, Alexander McQueen, Valentino, Armani Exchange, Bally, Bread & Butter, Burberry, Prada, Bulgari, BCBG Maxazaria, DKNY, Dorothy Perkins, Ermenegildo Zegna, Gap, Guess, Hermes, Mikimoto, Ferragamo and many more. For those in search of something less extravagant or perhaps more low key, then brands such as Soda, Shanghai Tang, Valentino Rudy, Xixili and a host of home spun names such as British

India, Ms Read, Morgan de Toi, Lewre, Bonia and the like, might well provide you with an edge for hard-to-get high fashion. The Bukit Bintang district is home to eight large malls including the 1,000shop Berjaya Times Square and numerous small boutiques. But for exclusive, one-of-a-kind items, a trip to places such as the Bangsar Shopping Centre, Lot10, Plaza Mont Kiara and other mid-sized malls might well prove rewarding for the number of smaller, yet extremely high quality boutiques selling both traditional Malaysian and modern designs, evening wear and executive clothing. Although many of these are stand-alone centres, there isn’t usually a problem getting to them on public tranport.

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Whatever a visitor’s modus operandi for making sure that he or she is able to extract every last ounce of shopping experience and opportunity out of their Malaysian

their retail journey here can be both highly satisfying and comfortable. Prices at shopping malls tend to be these are usually clearly stated as required by law. Malaysia’s duty free policy on many of these high fashion items also means that they can oftentimes be much cheaper than that found elsewhere. Boosting this image of Malaysia as a premier shopping destination are the shopping carnivals held nationwide every year. From the ‘1Malaysia GP Sale’ to the ‘1Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival’ and the ‘1Malaysia Year-End Sale’, shoppers can be assured of getting

the very best items at the very best prices and these are perhaps the ideal times to go after that elegant pair of patent leather pumps you’ve always wanted. But rest easy, even if you can’t make it to the sales, shopping for haute couture at other times can still be less painful than elsewhere in the region, given Malaysia’s competitive currency exchange rate. So dive into the world of couture culture in Malaysia, where your retail therapy is conducted in an environment of air dining and a myriad other conveniences, needing only in fashion. Welcome to shopping ‘a la Malaysia’.

SHOP MALAYSIA TSAR - WAN SARIAH WAN JAAFAR

TS AR Wan Sariah Wan Jaafar Bored with commonly available and ordinary things, new-comer to the fashion scene, Sariah turned her creativity to making shoes and handbags inspired by her travels, using fabrics from the West African countries of Ghana, Guinea, Ivory Coast, Nigeria and Sierra Leone. As no two pieces are the same, each item is unique and thereby one of a kind. Sariah scours the world for material and buys directly from the villages to help the local communities who use plants and traditional dyes to make their textiles. TSAR won the APLF Award in Hong Kong for 2012, under the category of Reinterpretation

Talk about Africa, and one tends to think of lions and giraffes. For Wan Sariah Wan Jaafar, founder and designer of

TSAR, Africa conjures up images of culture, colour, tribal heritage and ethnic arts.

of Tradition, in recognition of its contemporary bag and shoe collection based on the traditional West African designs and motifs.

green, blues, yellows, gold dots, to trees and elephants. Dressed up handbags are sure to make heads turn.

Unusual and eclectic names are used for her range, like The Conakry or The Accra, showing the spirit of Ghana with a multitude of hues and colours that bring out the quirky in the wearer’s character. Dama and Dama Deux, Farmatta, Mattata, Sundaymah, Donyen, Ramatula, and ordinarily | wedges combine with a cacophony of glamourous clutch bags with names like Yeanue and Zokaya * ( } with splashes of colour from lime

With a tagline that speaks volumes, former television presenter and DJ Sariah says, “TSAR does not follow seasons; rather it is inspired by travel�.

WHERE TO FIND? TSAR products are available vailable online http://www.tsar.asia/ ia/

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Fion Phoon

With the support of her mentor the world-renowned Dato’ Dr. Jimmy Choo OBE, Fion Phoon ventured into using traditional Malaysian designs on fashion accessories like shoes and handbags, to promote local craftsmanship. Eight years as a student of the famous international personality had given Fion the inspiration and impetus to start her own collection in 2010. She aims to make fellow Malaysians proud of their rich heritage and draw the attention of the international fashion ) Fion uses three traditional fabrics: the Songket – a handwoven brocade patterned with gold or silver threads; Tenun Pahang DiRaja (Pahang Royal Weave) – a woven silk from the state of Pahang; and

batik – cotton or silk, dyed and waxed to create designs on the cloth. These are given a fresh and innovative reworking by Fion to produce items that are handmade for comfort, style and quality. She likes to use bold and colourful designs and her products are given motifs. Products range from clutch to elegant evening bags, ballerina pumps to high-heels meant only for the brave! Her Malaysian Heritage Collection can be worn casually and also on formal occasions. Fion’s website strapline “Where Tradition Inspires Creativity and >  unique signature lines as well as other accessories of key chains, coin pouches and notebooks.

She is keen to promote Malaysianinspired designs and even after 20 years in the fashion industry, in her work and feels there is much more to explore.

WHERE TO FIND? Fion Phoon Add: No.19, Jln 12/144A, Taman Bukit Cheras, 56000,Cheras, Kuala Lumpur Tel: +603-91074552 Fax: +603-91010984

SHOP MALAYSIA BERNARD CHANDRAN

dran n a h C d r a Bern Known as Malaysia’s ‘King of Fashion’, Bernard Chandran has dressed famous personalities like Tori Amos, Rihanna, Lady Gaga and numerous others for a long time Malaysian in 1991 to win the ‘Open European Contest for Look of the Year 2000’, which is only one among the many awards he has won. Born and bred in Kuala Lumpur, Bernard realised his interest in fashion at the tender age of 16. He left to train in Paris and graduated with a degree in Fine Arts. ~

non-European to win the ‘Silk Cut Young Designers Award’. Now an internationally acclaimed couturier with a store in Knightsbridge, London and his attire marketed in Europe, Dubai and the Far East, he has recently opened another store called Area 27, targeting young trendsetters who dare to be different with their styles.

As a member of the Vauxhall Fashion Scout team in London, he ardently promotes the innovation and talent of new and seasoned designers. His collections can be considered more impactful art form than dress form, with the stylised cutting, sculptured and geometric shapes so favoured by Lady Gaga. He was also a guest judge on Britain’s Next Top Model in 2010. Bernard is passionate about what he does and will rework pieces until he achieves his vision. It is certainly this dedication that has earned him the accolade ‘King of Fashion’, whose clothes are adored by celebrities and trendsetters all over the world.

WHERE TO FIND? Bernard Chandran Boutique Fahrenheit 88, 179 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Malaysia Tel: +603 2145 0534 Area 27 Lot D3, Basement Floor (Street Level) Block D, fahrenheit88, 179 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Malaysia Tel: +603 2142 7726 Fax: +603 2145 0539 For enquiries, email: akra@bernardchandran.com Bernard Chandran Ltd 10 Beauchamp Place London SW3 1NQ UNITED KINGDOM Tel: +44 20 7584 6664 4

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034/035 RIZALMAN IBRAHIM

Rizalman Ibrahim Fr From his beginnings in 1992, this son of Georgetown, Penang has gone on to win awards in the fashion industry including the highly acclaimed Mercedes-Benz Asia Fashion Awards in 2005. His designs are worn by clients whose names read like a Malaysian Who’s Who list that include members of the royal family, celebrities and high society. He has a signature bridal collection at Aseana KLCC with made-tomeasure designs for that special and very important day. Rizalman also teamed up with owner Fazwinna Mustapha Kamal

to create a range exclusively for her boutique in Petaling Jaya called Puteh, offering everyday wear of kaftans, jubbah, prayer wear, headscarves and classy evening wear. He focused on fabrics and beadwork to produce subtle, comfortable but elegant styles. Twenty years of being a designer has not dampened the enthusiasm of Rizalman for his fans. He celebrated this milestone in the fashion industry with a limited edition, ready-to-wear collection offering stylish and contemporary baju kurung and kebaya. } Rizalman show meticulous attention to detail. Using his Straits-born heritage, he mixes traditional and modern designs with brocade, lace, ' ‚ worn on such occasions as a special night out, glamourous functions and events, or even just an evening out with the girls.

WHERE TO FIND? Rizalman Aseana Ground Floor, Suria KLCC, Kuala Lumpur City Centre 50088 Kuala Lumpur Tel: +603 2382 9988 Fax: +603 2382 6888 Rizalman Atelier 24A, Jalan Padang Walter Grenier, Off Jalan Imbi, 55100 Kuala Lumpur Tel: +603 2141 6149 Fax : +603 2144 6780 Email: rizib71@gmail.com Puteh Muslimah Unit AG01, Block A, Neo Damansara, No.1, Jalan PJU 8/1, Bandar Damansara Perdana, Selang 47820 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Tel: +603 7725 25 1041

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ailor Lord’s T There T h are very ffew people who can claim that their meteoric rise to international fame was because of a suit. That is exactly how Groovy Apparel in Ampang as it was known in 1974, came to the eyes of the world after the task of suiting up heavy weight boxing champion, Mohammad Ali. Founder and Managing Director Robert Loh who trained under skilled masters in London, changed the name to Lord’s Tailor to give the business the status it deserved

after afte word quickly spread about the # quality. A second store in Bangsar opened in 2009 and is headed by b heir-apparent and Creative Director, Kenny Loh. Now celebrating nearly 40 years of tailoring, the business has built a clientele of not just famous Malaysian names like former Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad, shoe designer Dato’ Dr. Jimmy Choo, model Amber Chia, singer Dato’ Siti Nurhaliza and sportsman Datuk Lee Chong Wei, but also international actor and director Mel Gibson, who was spotted wearing a Lord’s Tailor suit on an Oscar night. Lord’s Tailor has won numerous awards, among them the Brand Laureate Award for Product Branding in Retail Category,

Premier Custom Made Apparel for two years running in 2010 and 2011; and recently the prestigious } ƒ *

Award (APEA) 2012 for outstanding entrepreneurship, best practices and continued public attention. Lord’s Tailor’s bespoke tailoring assures discerning clients of consistent superior quality, attention to detail and creative and

perfection using a wide range of fabrics. Clients are measured meticulously and suggestions are made for best fabrics, cut and style client’s shape proportionately, no matter the person’s size and height. It is no secret that a well-cut suit is one of the best fashion investments a man can make, to look and feel his best.

WHERE TO FIND? Lord’s Tailor The Ampwalk (Ampang Walk) Lot 1.10 & 1.11, 1st Floor 218 Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur Tel: +603 2166 1918 Fax: +603 2166 8918 Lord’s Tailor Bangsar Shopping Centre F18 & F19, 1st Floor, Jalan Maarof, Kuala Lumpur Tel: +603 2094 9776 / 2094 6536 Fax: +603 2011 2042

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036/037 RUBAQ

Rubaq Trendy, versatile, rich, exotic – words used to describe an apparel boutique that prides itself on its self-expression through hand-painted batik products.

Using much imagination and „ ? boasts a fusion of contemporary Middle Eastern and Asian designs, skirts, dresses and accessories.

out of nothing, because creativity is about making the complicated simple�.

Rubaq opened in May 2012, and is Kush Zaharah Sdn Bhd’s foray into the fashion industry. It carries fabrics hand-made from its own batik textile production house with rich designs and images to attract the young and dynamic.

Together with her daughter Shazmin Kushairi, Puan Zaharah using combined elements from a blend of traditional batik and resist textile processes in wax and tie-dye manipulation (where areas of cloth are stitched, tied or prevented from absorbing dye colours).

Co-founder and Designer, Associate Professor Madya Zaharah Ahmad Osman says that the designs are a contribution to “our future generations, creating something

Mixing and matching pieces, the personal attendants at Rubaq will put together a look that will bring out your own impressive personal style!

WHERE TO FIND? Butik Rubaq Lot 50, Level G2, Publika Shopping Mall Jalan Dutamas 1, Sri Hartamas 50480 Kuala Lumpur Tel: +603 6206 2232 Email: inquiries@rubaq.com Website: www.rubaq.com Website

SHOP MALAYSIA PINK JAMBU

Pink Jambu Armed with a degree in 3-dimensional design, interior design and furniture from Surrey, England, she returned to Malaysia and turned to batik as her tour de force. She launched Pink Jambu in 1992 featuring creative couture clothes, ready-to-wear items, interior designs and home furnishings and harmonious prints. Focusing on lengths of hand-painted batik which are transformed into clothes and home accessories, each piece of chiffon, cotton, satin or silk fabric is uniquely designed. Batik has been an art form for centuries throughout Asia and Tengku Marina has developed a niche market using designs and products different from the formal styles batik had been known for trends. Her collection includes designs for the woman who likes to

Founder and Design Director Tengku Marina Ibrahim has a strong background in designing not just soft furnishings but has also successfully ventured into designing clothes. wear baju kurung, kaftan, saree, salwar khameez and lengha, but with a modern twist. Tengku Marina also collaborates with Dr. June Ngo, Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Applied and Creative Arts at the Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, to produce one-off scarf designs using a combination of Malaysian songket and batik designs called Songtik™. The Songtik™ scarves are woven by women in Terengganu and Kuching through a charitable foundation under the royal patronage of Sultanah Nur Zahirah, the Permaisuri (Queen Consort) of the state of Terengganu, to help improve the lives of underprivileged communities. And the name Pink Jambu that Tengku Marina chose? It comes from the company’s corporate colour of pink while the word ‘jambu’ meaning guava, is often used by local men to describe a pretty girl.

WHERE TO FIND? Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Shop Lot No 3A, Shangri-la’s Rasa Ria, Pantai Dalit, PO Box 600, Tuaran, Sabah 89208 Tel: 608 878 7461 We are also available at: ! " Laut Resort, Perak # $ Carlton, Kuala Lumpur % $' ! " * ; Resort, Perak < = Hotel, Kuala Lumpur

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L Lady Gaga loves his clothes. So does Tori Amos. Bernard Chandran, a Kuala Lumpur boy, has made an impression on the international fashion scene with artistes and celebrities. And he’s not the only one.

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Jimmy Choo is another home grown for designing shoes worn by famous people the world over. There are many other popular Malaysian ' ( } ; Rizalman Ibrahim, Carlo Rino, Poh Kong Jewellers, Habib Jewellers, Edward Kong Pearls, Padini and British India, to name a few. It’s not just about fashion and accessories from Malaysia though. What about getting a Naturatex mattress for a good night’s sleep or

treating the children to Anakku’s range of products. Then there’s Khind, an electrical products manufacturer whose goods are sold as far away as Africa. Selangor ƒ quality, and made of tin still mined from the Klang Valley. Of course the Malaysian designed and built Proton cars are enjoyed in an excellent export market. On the food front we have numerous outlets like Secret Recipe, Old Town White Coffee, Beryl’s and many more that add fun to the Malaysian shopping experience.

So although Malaysia is a shopping haven for international brands, our home grown goods make very interesting and pretty gifts too. For a full list of local brands, log on to www.matrade.gov.my/brands/

WHERE TO FIND? Malaysian External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) Tel: 603 - 6207 7077 Fax: 603 - 6203 7037 / 7033 or toll-free 1 800 88 7280

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No.1, Lebuh Bandar Utama Petaling Jaya

168 Jalan Bukit Bintang 55100 Kuala Lumpur

A/X By Armani Exchange Bebe Braun Buffel Brooks Brothers Chanel CK by Calvin Klein Coach DKNY Jeans French Connection UK Guess Guess Accessories Guy Laroche Lacoste Massimo Dutti Paris Hilton ( ‚ Victoria Secret Michael Kors Laura Ashley Morgan De Toi Nine West Oroton T.M. Lewin Bershka Morgan de Toi Bespoked Ian Chang Nautica

Aigner Bally Bell & Ross Bottega Veneta Bulgari Burberry Canali Celine Chopard Club 21 Kuala Lumpur Coach Cole Haan Denim Supply Ralph Lauren Diane Von Furstenberg Ermenegildo Zegna Giuseppe Zanotti GUCCI Hackett Hermes Hugo Boss Jimmy Choo The Hour Glass IWC Jo Malone Juicy Couture La Martina La Putri LIULIGONGFANG Longchamp Longines Michael Kors Mikimoto Montblanc Morgan de Toi Omega Prada Rolex Sacoor Brothers Salvatore Ferragamo Shanghai Tang Sincere Fine Watches Stuart Weitzman TAG Heuer Tiffany & Co. TOD’S TWG Tea VERSACE Vertu Yves Saint Laurent

THE GARDENS MALL Mid Valley City, Lingkaran Syed Putra, Kuala Lumpur A/X Armani Exchange BCBG MAXAZRIA BOSS Hugo Boss Burberry ck Calvin Klein Coach DKNY DKNY Jeans Juicy Couture Karen Millen Kate Spade Lacoste Lancel Longchamp Louis Vuitton Massimo Dutti M Womens Mulberry Oroton Rimowa Sincere Fine Watches Tag Heuer The Hour Glass Thomas Sabo Tod’s Tumi Versace Collection Versace Jeans

STARHILL GALLERY 181, Jalan Bukit Bintang Kuala Lumpur Armand Nicolet Armani/ Casa Armani/Dolci Armani/Fiori Arnold & Son Audemars Piguet

Bedat & Co Blu Boucheron Bvlgari Carrera y Carrera Chopard Christian Dior ‡ Davidoff Edward Kong South Sea Pearl Hublot Jaeger-le-Coultre Jendela KL Kenzo Khoon Hooi Khronos Korloff Leo Ligne Roset Louis Vuitton M Missoni Maurice Lacroix McQ by Alexander Mcqueen Mouawad Omega Rado Red Valentino Richard Mille Roger Dubuis Rolex Sephora Sincere Watch Steinway Lyngdorf Tse Sui Luen Ulysse Nardin & Reuge Valentino Van Cleef & Arpels

SUNWAY PYRAMID No 3 Jalan PJS 11/15 Bandar Sunway 46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan Braun Buffel Coach DKNY Jeans Guess Lacoste CK Watches Samsonite

SURIA KLCC KL City Centre, Kuala Lumpur Agnes B Aigner Alfred Dunhill Anya Hindmarch Aseana Aseana Accessories A/X Armani Exchange Balenciaga Bally BOSS Hugo Boss

Brioni Burberry Bvlgari Canali Cartier Cerruti 1881 Chanel Chanel Espace Parfum Chopard ck Calvin Klein ck Calvin Klein Accessories ck Jeans Coach Cole Haan Cortina Watch Davidoff Diane Von Furstenberg DKNY Ed Hardy Emporio Armani Ermenegildo Zegna Fendi Fred Perry French Sole Giorgio Armani Godiva Gucci Harley Davidson Harrods Karen Millen Kate Spade Lancel LACOSTE Loewe Louis Vuitton Marc Jacobs Max Mara Miu Miu Montblanc Moschino Moreschi Mulberry Oeding-Erdel Fine Jewellery Pandora Patek Phillipe Paul Smith Piaget Prada Ralph Lauren Women & Men Ralph Lauren Purple Label Rolex Salvatore Ferragamo Sincere Fine Watches Swarvoski TAG Heuer Tiffany & Co. Tissot TOD’S TUMI Versace Versace Collection Versace Jeans Vertu

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AEON JUSCO TEBRAU CITY Tel: 607 351 1110 www.jusco.com.my

AMPANG PARK SHOPPING CENTRE Tel: 603 2161 7006 www.ampangpark.com.my

CITY SQUARE JOHOR BAHRU Tel: 607 221 9961 www.city-square.com

AVENUE K Tel: 603 2168 7888

DANGA CITY MALL Tel: 607 221 5008 www.dangacitymall.com PLAZA ANGSANA Tel: 607 235 1420/1422/6394 www.udaholdings.com.my THE ZON SHOPPING MALL Tel: 607 221 8000 www.zon.com.my JOHOR PREMIUM OUTLET Tel: 607 6618823

+%$!( JETTY POINT SHOPPING COMPLEX Tel: 604 9667 530 www.jettypoint.com LANGKAWI FAIR SHOPPING MALL Tel: 604 9698 002 LANGKAWI PARADE MEGAMALL Tel: 604 966 5017/5018 www.langkawi-parade.com SOUQ ALBUKHARY/ ALBUKHARY MALL Tel: 604 731 7777

+%,!.4!. KB MALL (PACIFIC) Tel: 609 747 6622

BANGSAR SHOPPING CENTRE Tel: 603 2094 7700 www.bsc.com.my BANGSAR VILLAGE Tel: 603 2282 1808 www.bangsarvillage.com BANGSAR VILLAGE II Tel: 603 2288 1200 www.bangsarvillage.com BERJAYA TIMES SQUARE Tel: 603 2144 9820/21 www.timesquarekl.com BUKIT BINTANG PLAZA Tel: 603 2148 7411 www.souqbbplaza.com CAPSQUARE CENTRE Tel: 603 2697 9788 www.capsquare.com.my FAHRENHEIT88 Tel: 603 2140 7288 www.fahrenheit88.com THE GARDENS Tel: 603 2297 0288 www.midvalleygardens. com.my

KENANGA WHOLESALE CITY Tel: 603 9221 8081 www.kenangacity.com.my LOT 10 Tel: 603 2141 0500 www.lot10.com.my MAJU JUNCTION MALL Tel: 603 272 8536 www.majujunction.com SUNWAY PUTRA MALL Tel: 603 4042 7122 www.themallkl.com MID VALLEY MEGAMALL Tel: 603 2289 8688 www.midvalley.com.my PAVILION KUALA LUMPUR Tel: 603 2118 8833 www.pavilion-kl.com PLAZA LOW YAT Tel: 603 2148 5141 www.plazalowyat.com PLAZA MONT’ KIARA Tel: 603 6201 2288 www.plazamontkiara.com. my SOGO DEPARTMENT STORE Tel: 603 2698 2111 www.klsogo.com.my STARHILL GALLERY Tel: 603 2782 3855 www.starhillgallery.com

GREAT EASTERN MALL SUNGEI WANG PLAZA Tel: 603 4256 8805 Tel: 603 2141 5071 www.greateasternmall.com.my www.sungeiwang.com HARTAMAS SHOPPING CENTRE Tel: 603 6201 8353 www.hartamas-sc.com

SURIA KLCC Tel: 603 2382 2828 www.suriaklcc.com.my

VIVA HOME Tel: 603 9281 1998 www.vivahome.com.my THE WELD Tel: 603 2161 8422 www.theweld.com.my PUBLIKA Tel: 603 6207 9426 www.publika.com.my

-%,!+! DATARAN PAHLAWAN MELAKA MEGA MALL Tel: 606 283 2828 www.dataranpahlawan.com MAHKOTA PARADE Tel: 606 282 6151 www.hektargroup.com/ mahkota parade

.%'%2) 3%-"),!. JUSCO SEREMBAN 2 SHOPPING CENTRE Tel: 606 6015 618 www.jusco.com.my

0!(!.' BERJAYA MEGAMALL Tel: 609 508 8188 EAST COAST MALL Tel: 609 560 9595 www.eastcoastmallkuantan. com.my KUANTAN PARADE Tel: 609 513 4388

05,!5 0).!.' 1 AVENUE MALL 604 2611 121 www.1st-avenue-mall.com.my

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AEON SEBERANG PRAI CITY Tel: 604 537 8022 GURNEY PLAZA Tel: 604 222 8222 www.gurneyplaza.com.my ISLAND PLAZA Tel: 604 890 8888 www.islandplaza.com.my PENANG TIMES SQUARE Tel: 604 210 9020 www.penangtimessquare. com

3!"!( 1 BORNEO HYPERMALL Tel: 6088 448 000 www.1borneo.net WARISAN SQUARE Tel: 6088 447 870 / 447 871 www.warisansquare.com. my SURIA SABAH Tel: 6088 288 800 www.suriasabah.com.my

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PRANGIN MALL Tel: 604 262 2233 www.prangin-mall.com

BOULEVARD MALL Tel: 6082 461 388 www.boulevardmall.com

QUEENSBAY MALL Tel: 604 646 8888/ 645 4848

BOULEVARD SHOPPING MALL Tel: 6085 432 999

STRAITS QUAY TANJUNG PINANG Tel: 604 890 7726 www.straitsquay.com SUNWAY CARNIVAL MALL Tel: 604 397 9888 www.sunwaycarnival.com

0542!*!9! ALAMANDA PUTRAJAYA SHOPPING CENTRE Tel: 603 8885 5468 www.alamanda.com.my

HILLS SHOPPING MALL Tel: 6082 253 310 www.hillsshoppingmall. com.my IMPERIAL SHOPPING MALL Tel: 6085 431 133 RIVERSIDE SHOPPING CENTRE Tel: 6082 233 351 www.riversidehemel.com SARAWAK PLAZA SHOPPING COMPLEX Tel: 6082 412 150

THE SPRING Tel: 6082 238 111 www.thespring.com.my

SUBANG PARADE Tel: 603 5633 2530 www.hektargroup.com

TUN JUGAH SHOPPING COMPLEX Tel: 6082 253 308 www.tunjugah.com

SUNWAY PYRAMID Tel: 603 7494 3100 www.sunway.com.my/ pyramid/

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TROPICANA CITY MALL Tel: 603 7809 0988 www.tropicanacitymall.com

1 UTAMA SHOPPING CENTRE Tel: 603 7726 6033 www.1utama.com.my AMPANG POINT Tel: 603 4252 1781 www.ampangpoint.com.my THE CURVE Tel: 603 7710 6868 www.thecurve.com.my eCURVE Tel: 603 7725 0277 www.ecurve.my/ FIRST WORLD PLAZA Tel: 603 6105 9209 www.rwgenting.com IKANO POWER CENTRE Tel: 603 7720 7333/ 7874 5151 www.ikano.com.my THE MINES SHOPPING MALL Tel: 603 8949 6288 www.the-mines.com.my

THE PARADIGM Tel: 603 7801 1188 EMPIRE SHOPPING GALLERY Tel: 603 5635 9818 www.esg.com.my SUNWAY GIZA MALL Tel: 603 6148 1600 www.sunwaygizamall.com SETIA CITY MALL Tel: 603 3375 8688 www.setiacitymall.com

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042/043 WHAT’S THE WORD OUT ON THE STREETS?

WHAT’S THE WORD OUT ON THE STREETS? Away from the hustle and bustle of city life, visitors to Malaysia tapioca, morning glory spinach (kang kung), spiky durians, furry rambutans, in fact, unusual fruits and vegetables of all shapes and sizes compete for space with local handicrafts and clothes in street markets throughout Malaysia. On mats on the ground, on tables, makeshift tents, carts and bicycles – markets and bazaars spring up daily to display their wares and local delicacies. From Penang in the north of Peninsula Malaysia to the states of Sabah and Sarawak, markets known as ‘pasar’ (day market) or ‘pasar malam’ (night market) are frequented by locals who know the best stalls for the best products, and where visitors can experience the daily lives of Malaysians.

BAZAARS, NIGHT & FLEA MARKETS WHAT’S THE WORD OUT ON THE STREETS?

In Sabah, the Gaya Street Sunday market in Kota Kinabalu sets up early in the morning while the Satok Road market in Kuching, Sarawak runs from Friday evening through Sunday lunch, with the sellers sleeping on site all weekend. Ayer Hitam in Johor is famous for its porcelain and ceramics; Jonker Street in Malacca for antiques and Nyonya food; the Chowrasta bazaar in Penang for its famous Penang nutmegs and Buluh Kubu Central Market in Kota Bharu for the Kelantan lekor ˆ ' ‰ In the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur, Chinatown or Petaling Street market is a must-visit for tourists. It offers a bewildering array of goods from steaming Chinese cuisine to colourful Central Market nearby, is a treasure trove of handicrafts and also where many Malaysian artistss showcase their art. Malaysian street markets are a feast of sights and scents, so no matter which you visit, remember to bring a camera and your haggling skills along with you!

WHERE TO FIND? W If you would like to know more about the markets or the full listing, please contact m these local authorities: th K Kuala Lumpur City Hall Dewan Bandaraya D Kuala Lumpur (DBKL) K Tel: 1800 - 88 - 3255 T Petaling Jaya City Council P Majlis Bandaraya Petaling Jaya M (MBPJ), Selangor (M Tel: +603 - 7956 3544 T S Subang Jaya Municipal Council Majlis Perbandaran Subang Jaya M (MPSJ), Selangor (M Tel: +603 - 5637 6545 Te Municipal Council of Penang M Island Is Majlis Perbandaran Pulau Pinang M (MPPP) (M Tel: +604 - 263 7000 Te Ipoh City Council Ip Majlis Bandaraya Ipoh (MBI), Perak M Tel: +605 - 208 3333 Te Johor Bahru City Council Jo Majlis Bandaraya Johor Bahru M (MBJB) (M Tel: +607 - 222 2206 Te

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044/045 GO FLY A KITE - COLOURFUL KELANTAN MARKETS

GO FLY A KITE – COLOURFUL KELANTAN MARKETS

Kota Bharu, capital city of Kelantan is home to a four-storey wet and dry market run almost entirely by women! The Siti Khadijah Market is ablaze with colours, and market ladies sitting cross-legged from dawn to late afternoon, watching over their goods.

( fresh fruits and vegetables of all descriptions like herbs, lemongrass, mangosteens, papayas; and fresh

' ( food and dried goods like salted Š ' ‘keropok lekor’, as well as pretty batik clothes and material.

About nine kilometers away from the capital is Wakaf Che Yeh, the largest market in Kelantan. It is the wholesale market for food, clothes and fabric traders in the state. Open seven days a week, the market comes alive in the evenings, where a myriad of goods are arranged tantalisingly to tempt passersby and those who have come with a mission.

For really fresh seafood, the best ' ƒ < ' Š next to the jetty, where boats bring in their daily catches in the afternoon.

For local workers and residents near Kota Bharu airport, there is a night market (pasar malam) at Pengkalan Chepa that starts from six in the evening to midnight each

BAZAARS, NIGHT & FLEA MARKETS GO FLY A KITE - COLOURFUL KELANTAN MARKETS

Tuesday by the roadside. Night markets here normally offer food like noodles, rice dishes, burgers, fried chicken, satay, various drinks as well as household goods, hardware and clothes. Most traders expect shoppers to try and bargain down the price of a product, so don’t be shy! The locals will tell you that food sold outside the state is not considered genuine fare. Much of the consumables found in markets or ‘pasar’ in Kelantan requires an acquired taste. Some famous dishes are like the herbs and vegetables eaten raw with shrimp paste called ‘kerabu’, ‘ayam percik’ which is chicken heavily marinated with coconut milk, and ‘nasi dagang Kelantan’, a white and brown glutinous rice dish cooked in the ever-present coconut milk. Try the ‘nasi tumpang’ – rice with curry and omelette rolled up in a banana leaf like an ice cream cone, or the tricolour durian puffs, called ‘lepok durian’ or ‘gelembung buaya’, at the Kubang Pasu wet market in the mornings. One needs a strong will to deal with these pungent but delightful pastries! Kelantanese ardently preserve their rich Malay heritage such as topspinning and bird-singing contests.

Beautiful birds commanding a high price for their vocal abilities can be found in elaborate cages at market places. This state however, is probably most famous for its Wau Bulan (Moon Kite), also known as the Kelantan Kite. Beautifully hand crafted and painted creations ' competitions around the state but visitors can pick up souvenir versions and other knick knacks from the Bamboo Fort Bazaar near the Museum of Royal Traditions and Customs in Kota Bharu, or at the Thai border towns of Rantau Panjang and Pengkalan Kubur where duty-free shopping can also be enjoyed. Look out for bazaars selling ‘Songket’ or silk cloths woven ds to the with gold or silver threads a Bharu at Kampung north of Kota Penambang. The local markets too ariety of woodcarving, sell a large variety d gemstones. silverware and ntan is a colourful All in all, Kelantan e of the most unique state with some items you can get your hands on. Bring an extra case when you head there - you will be needing it soon enough! ‘nasi tumpang’

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046/047 TAMU TALES IN SABAH vinusak, home-made beads

TAMU TALES IN SABAH Have you ever been to a tamu? You’ve got to be up quite early in the morning to catch the best of what these markets have to offer. Long before shopping centres became the place to meet friends and family for a day out shopping, the Kadazandusun communities were already organising tamu or open markets early in the mornings with their fresh produce to avoid the midday heat. Farmers from the

coasts would gather once a month to trade goods they need: tobacco, rice and seaweed from the sea. It is also the traders’ chance for a monthly catch up on news and gossip. These days the markets operate weekly and start from six in the morning and end around lunch time. Kadazandusun, Bajau, Malay, Chinese, Indian and Filipino traders buy, sell, barter and deal with all types of goods.

In the heart of Kota Kinabalu or KK, the Gaya Street Market opens on Sundays and stretches from Hotel Jesselton to the KK Minicipal Building. Originally called Bond Street, Gaya Street Market has been trading for more than a hundred years. It is jam-packed with items of all description including livestock, and even puppies and rabbits for sale. Betel leaf chewing ladies with their red-stained teeth sit on woven mats tempting passersby with their products – aphrodisiacs, hair tonics, local tobacco or herbs from the jungles of Sabah. Vendors also sell a colourful array of fresh vegetable produce, exotic fruits, seafood, ' hawker food and snacks. There are handicrafts, antiques, jewellery, souvenirs, toys and clothing on sale too. Gaya Street Market is where KK residents take their family on a Sunday outing to stock up on groceries and essentials. The most interesting part of the day at any tamu is meeting and buying from the people who grow, make, cook and have a great knowledge about the products they sell. Talk

to the shy young woman n selling g pickled d sweetsour wild d mango called bambangan, gan, or taste the fried sweet eet potato crisp- keropok bantal. al Smell the pungent ginger root plant tuhau uhau marinated in lime, chilli and shrimp ‹ of which can be caught from a long way off! In the heart of Penampang at Dongonggon on Thursdays and Fridays, sip a little tapai – a potent rice wine. It will go down well with ulat rumbai – live sago worms! Pick up a machete or parang to admire its metalwork by a craftsman. Š ! about an hour and a half’s drive away from KK to the playground of the Bajau ‘cowboys of the East’. If you’re lucky, these skilled horsemen will be there wearing their gaily decorated traditional costumes at the weekly Sunday tamu; but the real tradition and heritage comes alive at the annual Tamu Besar –

BAZAARS, NIGHT & FLEA MARKETS TAMU TALES IN SABAH

‘tudung duang’

event makes for an impressive and memorable visit.

LIST OF TAMU MARKETS Kota Kinabalu

In some markets around Sabah, area. In Tuaran local weavers are well known for their unique bamboo, rattan and bark baskets; in Tamparuli try to produce a musical note on the Kadazandusun musical instrument called Sompoton. Pause by the ‘doctor’ or tok guru who will recommend all kinds of herbal cures for ailments ranging from skin problems to impotence! Search out the biggest cooking pot in the market or the smallest farm tool on sale.

with resplendent displays of expert horsemanship, craftsmanship and wedding splendour captured through demonstrations and dances. While there, buy a colourful tudung duang, a necessity to protect food against insects and dust. Together with the usual jungle fare of wild herbs and plants, exotic orchids, handmade crafts and pottery, cattle and wild boar, the cultural

Take your time browsing through the many tamu markets in Sabah to see close up whatever catches your eye and sit to talk with the sellers many of whom are the farmers, tamu or visit all of them, you are sure to enjoy the people and the atmosphere and not go away empty handed!

Penampang Kota Belud Sandakan

Semporna Papar

Kudat Beluran

Keningau

Ranau

Tamparuli Tawau

Tuaran

Gaya Street Fair Sunday Donggongon, Thursday & Friday Tamu Ground, Sunday Sandakan Town, Sunday Kinabatangan township Saturday Semporna township Sunday Lok Kawi Sabindo, Saturday Taman OKK Mahali Papar Saturday & Sunday Tamburungus Tuesday & Wednesday Mile 30 (check point), Thursday Telupid township Sunday Keningau township Sunday Bingkor Thursday Saturday, 31 and 1 of each month and 30 May to 1 June Tamparuli township Wednesday Tawau Town Sunday Mile 15, Jalan Apas Sunday Tuaran Town Sunday

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048/049 BAZAARS, NIGHT & FLEA MARKETS IN KLANG VALLEY

BAZAARS, NIGHT & FLEA MARKETS IN KLANG VALLEY

Food, fruits, vegetables, fabrics, clothes, perfumes, cooking utensils, hardware for the house, gardening tools, plants, trinkets, souvenirs and even live animals. The list goes on! Vehicles of all shapes and sizes carrying anything from nail polish to local food will be laid out for regular customers as well as passing visitors Q markets found all over the Klang Valley. Just follow the bright lights strung out along the road where tables and chairs are available for diners who instead of cooking at

sticks with dipping sauce, chilli fried

pancake with oysters, or tamarind curry noodles. Like the unending number of things that can be bought at a market, there is also a mind-boggling range of food available – apart from the usual fare of fried noodles or burgers, on sale will also be chicken feet, pineapple salads, tongueburning ‘sambal pedas’ (hot chilli paste), huge jackfruits and the pungent durian. It won’t be a bad thing to visit on an empty stomach with all that enticing food around! ! Q ' the places to get a real feel of local

bizarre, and interesting items. Some have specialist services like tool '

gear. There are even local artists and sculptors showing and selling their artwork. Several markets will have antiques on sale. If you see something you like, don’t forget to bargain hard! Many of these markets are located in residential areas serving the local community, like Petaling Jaya (SS2), Shah Alam, Ampang, Sentul, and Cheras. A mix of housewives, families and young adults blend into the crowds, trying to spot some item.

BAZAARS, NIGHT & FLEA MARKETS BAZAARS, NIGHT & FLEA MARKETS IN KLANG VALLEY

In Kuala Lumpur, other established night markets are Chinatown or Petaling Street, Little India, Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman and the Taman Tun Dr Ismail night market. New marts are also springing up at upmarket shopping malls offering the urban shopper a taste of bazaars and markets with a multitude of food and product choices. ' $ ' at the Curve sees sellers with all kinds of fun and funky bric-abrac like accessories, jewellery, gemstones, decorative items for the home as well as Malaysian handicrafts. Silk batiks, wood carvings, lampshades, throws, crockery, second-hand goods, antiques, cloisonnĂŠ and enamel mel ware can be found in bazaars aars like Amcorp Mall, Bangsar Shopping Complex, The Summit, mit, Mont Kiara,

Damansara Uptown, Publika and Central Market. Not only will your senses be delighted with all that these places have to offer but you will have sharpened your bargaining skills. lls. You will also take home a fantastic antastic experience of the Malaysian sian way of life.

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050/051 WAYANG KULIT - A SHADOW PLAY

Literally meaning ‘skin theatre’, a reference to the colourfully decorated leather pieces depicting human and animal characters, the Wayang Kulit is a musical play which always tells of the triumph of good over evil. This shadow puppetry is the traditional art of making silhouetted shadows come alive against a makeshift cloth screen by use of a light source from behind. It was popular entertainment before the days of cinemas and television, when villagers would gather to listen to hours of storytelling through puppetry.

The origin of the wayang kulit is uncertain, but it is thought to have come from China and India and brought through Thailand to Malaysia. There are four types of shadow puppetry: the Wayang Kulit Kelantan, Wayang Kulit Gedek (using a mix of Malay and Thai languages), Wayang Kulit Purwa (Indonesian styled ancient puppet play) and Wayang Kulit Melayu (for Malay royalty). Wayang Kulit Kelantan which is the most popular, tells the localised story of the Hindu epic, Ramayana. Versions of the story were handed down verbally through generations in the local Kelantanese dialect, Malay and Thai. They have been improvised over time to accommodate audiences, cultural and topical subjects.

Shadow puppets ' cardboard cut outs and parts of the leather are carved out with sharp knives to create features for the characters, like faciall expressions and clothing. The pieces are made separately, y, decoratively painted d and joined with wire e for movement; each puppet can take up to three weeks to make. The ‘Tok Dalang’ is the expert ert storyteller who sits behind the e cloth screen using his voice to provide excitement, sadness, comedy, suspense and happy endings. His skills however are not limited to storytelling alone.

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He has to manipulate the puppets’ movements and give each character its own ‘voice’ while simultaneously conducting the orchestra and gauging the audience’s reactions. He controls the puppets with long bamboo rods and moves them around against the screen. This allows the light source shining from behind to cast shadows on the screen. The ‘Tok Dalang’ also has to tap the kechrek or rattle with his foot to alert the musicians to the change in characters. Plays are always accompanied by an orchestra consisting of traditional instruments like the double-headed drums called gendang, a singleheaded cup-shaped drum known as gedumbak, a pair of vertical drums called geduk, hand cymbals called kesi, a reed-like instrument called serunai, a pair of inverted gongs

called canang and hanging gongs called tetawak. Today, wayang kulit performances are held at festivals, cultural events, ceremonies, exhibitions and special occasions. The multicultural 19-strong Sri Cindayu Wayang Kulit Group from Pasir Chetok is led by a Kelantan Chinese, Mr. Kang Boon Ann who is also the puppet maker. The group has performed at numerous places, including the National Academy of Arts, Culture and Heritage (ASWARA), an academic institution of the Malaysian Ministry of Information, Communication and Culture. If there happens to be a shadow play performance near you, do go and watch – you will be captivated!

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052/053 WAU, THE GIANT KITE

WAU, THE T GIANT KITE Attract Attracting competitors from around the wo world, the festival presents an amazing collection of kites of all amaz shapes and sizes, and none more shap Š # moon kite or Wau Bulan. mo

What a sight to behold at the International Kite Festival! Soaring above the pristine white beach is a national symbol recognisable by its majestic size, detailed designs and brilliant colours – the Wau Bulan! Bu

W Bulan is a specialty of this Wau north-eastern coastal state, n handmade by master craftsmen with a skill handed down from father to son. The kite frame is ? strips and soaked in water to make it pliable. The bamboo strips are bent into shape, and ridges made to bind the rods with string into the crescent frame comprising of a head, spine, wing and tail. Thin coloured paper is glued onto the frame, and layers upon layers of intricately cutout coloured paper patterns pasted on for distinctive designs. Kites can take up to two weeks to construct.

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There are several variations to the Wau Bulan like the Wau Kucing (cat) or Wau Merak (peacock), differentiated by their tails. Wau Bulan is typically 2.5 metres in width and 3.5 metres in length. The layered cut-outs depicting local hundreds of feet up in the air. Traditional kites will have a central ^Ibu’ or ‘Mother of All % # telling stories of the intricacies of human life. Wau Bulan was adopted as the logo of national carrier ) } and is also featured on the reverse side of the 50 sen coin. Š as a pastime after the rice harvest, usually in May and June given the good prevailing winds during this

( ? and strength and may require two men to control! Often, they are tied to coconut trees where they will stay airborne all night. Some kites have a string bow attached path, make a constant humming noise. This is thought to frighten evil spirits, forecast the next day’s weather, and most importantly, ' to sleep! Different lengths and sizes make different sounds and one can imagine the strings singing from above!

Wau Bulan

Wau Merak

In Kota Bharu, the best place to Wau Bulan is at Jalan Pantai Cahaya Bulan, past Kampung Penambang, Kampung Badang and Kampung Semut Api. Enjoy the spectacular display of colours while you’re there! Wau Kucing

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054/055 SABAH HANDICRAFTS

SABAH HANDICRAFTS It is easy to understand why there is a large range of traditional craft still being made and used in Sabah every day. With more than 30 ethnic communities, there is a rich source of old and new artifacts visitors can bring home as gifts from Malaysia’s second largest state, also known as the ‘Land below the Wind’.

This is used mostly for clearing undergrowth, chopping trees, mending fences, and shaping basic wood carvings. Bajau men from Kota Belud make machete blades by melting, pounding, shaping and polishing iron, with the hilt and sheath carved from a single piece of wood. On rare occasions carved buffalo horn is used for the hilt.

In addition to the many reproductions made as souvenirs for tourists, local Sabahans practice and preserve the craft skills handed down from father to son, mother to daughter in weaving, sewing, to their culture, tradition and every day way of life.

Similarly, the tudung duang or cover woven from dyed pandanus leaves (now also in fabric) is a another practical item used to protect food against dust and insects. The ethnic communities are very skilled at the delicate art of weaving and hat making. Hats identify the wearer’s tribe by its shape and patterns. Crafted from bamboo and rattan strips, and dyed with natural colours from plants, these conical or hexagonal hats with geometric or striped patterns

Communities still hand-make some tools used to work on their crafts. One useful tool Sabahans cannot do without is the machete, or parang.

Another utility item the communities have in common is the rattan, bamboo and bark basket usually strapped across their backs or foreheads. These baskets are livestock and even babies!

will tell if the wearer is Iranun, Bajau, Kadazan, Dusun or Murut. The same bamboo and rattan strips mats of all sizes and patterns as a welcome addition to a home. There are many different handmade crafts ranging from the practical to the decorative. A visit to the Murut Cultural Centre near Tenom Town is a must to see great examples of the skills of the Murut community. Elaborately carved wooden lipalipa – sailboats; or sumpitan – a bamboo blowpipe used for hunting, are among the treasures here. The Murut people also decorate wooden building structures with carvings on pillars and furniture, but other items like shields, masks and outsized wooden cutlery make good souvenirs. In Kudat, the Rungus people are well known for their beautiful beaded necklaces. Men and women wear long, broad multi-stranded pinakol over traditional black and gold costumes. It takes a long time to bead strands into intricate and colourful patterns telling of ancient fables. In addition to

ARTS & CRAFTS SABAH HANDICRAFTS

necklaces, earrings, and bangles, some headwear is also produced for the tourist market. The Rungus also make rinago trays, boxes from a type of fern called lingkong and bumbu ikan. Cloth weaving includes the kain dastar which is worn by Bajau men as headgear, and the Linangkit > and Kadazan tribes as table displays or embellishment on clothes. Pottery is another practical item in households of Sabah. The Murut value particularly, their heirloom jars some of which are still used to ferment the local tapai, a traditional rice wine. There are several pottery establishments selling vases, clay pots and plates on the way to Tuaran. In Keningau, the Sabah Handicraft Centre is a one-stop centre for visitors to buy traditional handicrafts and also see how artisans train and make these crafts there. Get some beaded bracelets, necklaces, batik and carvings as gifts. Bring a sompoton home and try to raise a note from this traditional wind instrument made from gourd and bamboo.

Finally pay a visit to the Handicraft Market along Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens in Kota Kinabalu. Many of the items and more can be found here and undoubtedly visitors will not resist buying a skillfully handmade craft as a reminder of their time in the ‘Land below the Wind’.

WHERE TO FIND? PASAR KRAFTANGAN (Handicraft Market) Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Sinsuran Kota Kinabalu, Sabah SABAH MURUT CULTURAL CENTRE (Pusat Kebudayaan Murut Sabah) Kampung Pulong, 13 km from Tenom Town Tel: +6 087 302421 SABAH HANDICRAFT CENTRE Kota Kinabalu (Capital City) Inanam, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Tel: +60 88 438308-9 YAYASAN SABAH GROUP Menara Tun Mustapha Yayasan Sabah Headquarters Complex Likas Bay, PO Box 11201 88813 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Tel: +6 088 326300 Fax: +6 088 326424

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056/057 THE SILVER STORY- A LABOUR OF LOVE

A LABOUR OF LOVE Each day, Pak Dollah sits among his silver sheets and nd ingots and traces out a traditional pattern onto the surface of a silver piece he had prepared. He is one among the several skilled ed craftsmen and women of Malaysia who work at their trade as silversmiths of Kelantan, Perak, Terengganu, Pahang and Sarawak. Silver smithing is a craft that has existed for centuries. At the peak of the Majapahit rule, silver was brought in by traders to the Malay Peninsula. Artisans of Malay royal households began crafting in gold but in the 17th century, started '

cutters on silver to form intricate designs on ornaments and utility pieces.

The style is mostly repousse or hammered from the reverse side,

' applied to metal surfaces, and neillowork which is a form of Silver is melted and poured into shallow wooden moulds. Designs are then tapped in and a mixture of resin, wax and powdered clay is used to set the shape. When

released from the mould, the expert engraver carves the chosen motifs of A functional piece that has endured over the years is the silver belt and buckle, worn primarily by the Straits-born women of Malaysia as well as the Iban people of Sarawak. The Ibans also wear silver-crafted head pieces called Sugu and armbands and accessories known as tumpak pirak.

ARTS & CRAFTS THE SILVER STORY- A LABOUR OF LOVE

Other popular items are the silver hair pins called cucuk sanggul and highly decorated accessories worn by the Malays at traditional wedding ceremonies, the threelinked brooch called kerongsang for pinning blouses, the handle of the keris, a Malay dagger, tepak sireh or betel leaf boxes, tobacco boxes, earrings, pendants and cutlery. Kelantan silverware is renowned for excellent workmanship. Although commonly a cottage industry, silverware from here is sold worldwide as objets d’art

or collectibles such as trophies, miniature replica houses or boats, that take several days to several months to produce. The main areas for silverware in Kelantan are Pintu Geng to Kampung Sireh, Kampung Marak and Kampung Badang along the road to Pantai Cahaya Bulan. Kraftangan Malaysia (Malaysian Handicraft Corporation) recently recognised a local of Jalan Sultanah Zainab, Pak Mohd Daud Yusoff as an Adiguru, or mastercraftsman for these very beautiful works of art.

WHERE TO FIND? COMYNS (M) SDN BHD 4 Jalan Usahawan 6 Setapak Jaya 53300 Tel: +603 4145 6339 MARIWASA KRAFTANGAN 522, Kawasan Perusahaan 33000 Kuala Kangsar Perak Tel: +605-7765 888 Fax: +605-7760 213 Retail outlet: No. 41, Jalan Dwitasik tasik 2 Dataran Dwitasik Bandar Sri Permaisuri isuri 56000 Cheras Kuala Lumpur Tel: +605-9172 1157 57 810 Fax: +603-9172 0810 KELANTAN MALAY AY ARTS AND CRAFTS ainab Jalan Sultanah Zainab Kelantan, Malaysia a Tel: +609-977 7772 72 MOHD SALLEH & SONS KELANTAN SILVERCRAFT ERCRAFT 1260-B, Jalan Sultan tan Zainab 15000 Kota Bharu u Kelantan, Malaysia a Tel:+609 748 3401 1

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058/059 SABAH POTTERY

The indigenous peoples of Borneo have been producing their own earthenware pottery since eons past, with these utensils being used mainly for the storage of rice or the making of wine.

SABAH POTTERY

But is was perhaps the establishment of trade with China from around the 11th century that brought some measure of diversity ' here. Apart from the large storage containers used for the fermentation of wine, smaller pieces of pottery were also used for keeping home-made jungle medicines and ointments. More macabre, however, is that the very largest of these very dead in times past!

notwithstanding, pottery from the > ! that of Sabah remains much sought after, with distinctive patterns and motifs that continue to fascinate both local and foreign visitors. Indigenous pottery seldom makes use of the wheel. Instead, pieces of clay are hand-moulded into desired shapes and decorated either by way of beating with carved wooden paddles or the removal of clay to form relief patterns in the fairly dry but still malleable clay.

Today, earthenware has primarily been relegated to being objects of art, with practical use being decorative ornaments. This fact

The earthenware and designs that are found today are likely the result of a combination of Chinese immigrants’ knowledge of manufacture and design, with

motifs that generally comprise local

and decorative forms. Visitors will often come across small yet sturdy and easily portable items of various heights and diameters with fairly slight bas relief and indigenous patterns. Pay a visit to the Handicraft Market along Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens in Kota Kinabalu. Many of the items can be found here and visitors will not resist buying a skillfully handmade craft as a reminder of their time in the ‘Land below the Wind’.

ARTS & CRAFTS SABAH TEXTILE

SABAH TEXTILE There is both a bewildering, yet fascinating array of textiles and designs to be found in Sabah given the state’s many different ethnic communities.

Motifs centre around the more universal aspects of nature

Visitors will be intrigued by the intricacy and range of geometric patterns that each tribe has mastered as their particular cultural, creative and ethnic stamp. It is interesting to note that there

on the textile designs of Sabah. Unlike in other parts of the region where either Islam or Hinduism have made indelible marks on the design and motifs of various aspects of design and craft, the textiles of Sabah have remained purely indigenous. This aspect of the art has also remained largely intact.

Textiles from Sabah include woven and embroidered cloths such as Linangkit, a traditional form of embroidery produced by several of the Sabahan tribes especially the Dusun Lotuds of Tuaran. The process primarily involves the use of intricate embroidery to hide the seams between pieces of joint cloth. Also of great interest is the Kain Dastar or Dastar cloth that is often made into headpieces and frequently incorporate motifs of

horse and rider. Horse riding is another important element in the Bajau people’s tradition and the only native culture in Malaysia to have so strongly maintained this exciting sport. No matter what strikes your eye as a possible piece of artwork, costume or simply a striking memory of your sojourn in Sabah, a piece of Sabahan textile will surely brighten up any room.

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060/061 LISTING OF ART & CRAFT CENTRES / GALLERIES

LISTING OF ART & CRAFT CENTRES/ GALLERIES */(/2 BENGKEL KRAFTANGAN NELAYAN Tel: 607 8918 379 JARO-JOHOR AREA REHABILITATION ORGANISATION Tel: 607 2245 632 JOHOR ART GALLERY Tel: 607 2263 266

ATMA ALAM BATIK ART VILLAGE Tel: 604 955 1227

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KRAFTANGAN MALAYSIA Tel: 606 559 1188 www.kraftangan.gov.my

HANDICRAFT VILLAGE & CRAFT MUSEUM Tel: 609 744 3949

MELAKA BATIK HOUSE Tel: 606 232 3900 www.noor-arfa.com.my/noor

KANDIS RESOURCE CENTRE www.semangatkayu.com Tel: 609 778 2521

ABDUL COMPANY Tel: 606 2823 633 www.syarikat-abdul.com

PERBADANAN KEMAJUAN KRAFTANGAN MALAYSIA Tel: 607 2350 433/ 431

KB PERMAI SILVERWARE Tel: 609 748 5661

GALERI MAWAR Tel: 607 2214 100/2235 390

NORDIN BATIK & CRAFT Tel: 609 747 3397/ 748 5394

PERSATUAN PELAYANG JOHOR Tel: 607 2513 720/721

CHE MINAH SONGKET Tel: 609 748 1616 / 744 1616

SARASA CRAFT CENTRE Tel: 607 2367 346

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YASOK UMAT (Kite Making) Tel: 609 773 9035 SAFIE YUSOF (Kite Making) Tel: 6019 904 9959

+5!,! ,5-052 PERBADANAN KEMAJUAN KRAFTANGAN MALAYSIA Tel: 603 2162 7459 webmaster@kraftangan. gov.my CENTRAL MARKET Tel: 603 2031 0399/ 2274 6542 / 2031 0399 info@centralmarket.com.my ROYAL SELANGOR Tel: 603 4145 6000/ 4145 6122 visitorcentre@ royalselangor.com.my

Handicraft Stalls @ DATARAN PAHLAWAN Tel: 606 283 2828/ 281 6898 GALERI PENJARA Tel: 606 232 3428 MEDAN SAMUDERA Jalan Quayside 75000 Melaka Tel: 606 285 9700 ANCIENT CURIO STORE Tel: 606 2848 586

GOLD MOON COINS & CURIOS TRADING Tel: 606 283 2718

BEYOND TREASURE Tel: 606 281 9466

HEEREN BEADED ATTIRE SHOP Tel: 606 283 0957

EIGHT IMMORTALS HOUSE Tel: 606 2816 534

GEE’S ORIGINAL CLOG SHOE Tel: 606 286 3961

HARMONY STREET Tel: 606 2826 773

KHATIJAH TAILOR (Kebaya Nyonya) Tel: 606 284 0328 RED HANDICRAFT (Paper Art) Tel: 6019 374 1668 GM CHOO ART GALLERY Tel: 606 282 9892 www.malaccabatikart. wordpress.com CHOP YAT HENG Tel: 606 282 3894

JS PEWTER Tel: 606 2618 858 jspewter.com.my MING STYLE ANTIQUE SDN. BHD. Tel: 606 2816 759 MK PEWTER Tel: 606 2826 371 www.mkpewter.com RASA SAYANG GALERI Tel: 606 2868 217 beta4youcom@gmail.com

KUA TACK HONG Tel: 606 284 9452

TEMPLE ART & CRAFT COMPANY Tel: 606 2831 815

K & S ANTIQUES HOUSE Tel: 606 283 6113

WAHAIK SHOEMAKER Tel: 606 2849 726

ORANG UTAN HOUSE Tel: 606 282 6872 www.charlescham.com

WORLD OF ANTIQUE Tel: 606 2840 128 www.antiqueworlds.com

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AMROZS GALLERY Tel: 6017-679 3478

.%'%2) 3%-"),!. KOMPLEKS KRAF NEGERI SEMBILAN Tel: 606 767 1388 www.kraftangan.gov.my REMBAU CRYSTAL Tel: 606 685 3100 rembaucrystal@yahoo.com M & M MUSTIKA ENTERPRISE Tel: 6019 204 6262/ 6019 521 3138/ 606 767 4692 ANIZZ AMAZING BATIK Tel: 6019 620 8929 MENTAUS CRAFT Tel: 6019 668 5036

CHERATING B&B CRAFT Tel: 6019 989 6316 / 6013 957 6316 REALISTIC ATTRACTION SDN BHD Tel: 6013 986 3068 AHMAD YAZID B ABD MALIK Tel: 013 950 2793 ADINA BATIK Tel: 016 980 9839 NATURAL BATIK VILLAGE Tel: 609 544 7335 ASR DECO SDN BHD Tel: 013 980 3934 PUSAT PEMBANGUNAN KRAF PAHANG Tel: 609 538 5677

SERI BAMBU ENTERPRISE Tel: 6012 927 9620

GALERI TENUN PAHANG Tel: 609 556 2344

NORMADIAH SAHID ENTERPRISE Tel: 6012 775 7808

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0!(!.' EMBUN CRAF Tel: 6019 736 4752 SENI PUSAKA KRAF Tel: 6019 255 7101 KRAF TEMBESU Tel: 6013 923 0900 LEPAR WORKS Tel: 6012 901 1149 ABANG KRAF Tel: 6019 964 8400

GALERI PANTAI TIMUR Tel: 6013 957 8731 http://galeripantaitimur. blogspot.com/ STUDIO RAJAWALI Tel: 6012 934 2121 http://rajawaliartgallery. blogspot.com/ GHAZALI ART GALLERY http://ghazaliartgallery. blogspot.com/ ghazalibatek@yahoo.com GENERASI KRAF Tel: 6012 9217502 generasikraf@yahoo.com

KOLER ATI CREATIF Tel: 6019 988 6094 / 6017 9548490 KAYUMA INDUSTRY Tel: 609 277 4659/ 6019 989 0468 kayuma_industry@yahoo. com SERI SENI KRAF Tel: 6013 951 6885 Fax: 609 277 4744 WARISAN KRAF WOOD Tel: 6019 964 0129 / 6013 957 7599 Wrsn6695@yahoo.com INAKRAF Tel: 609 296 3480 inakrafmin@yahoo.com IMEYKRAF 6012 921 7547 YAKIN ENTERPRISE Tel: 609 246 1877 / 6019 3414082

BAHARIN B SUNTA Tel : 6017 958 9478 BATIK BENTAN Tel: 6012 673 1736 CRAFT CT ONE ENTERPRISE Tel: 6019 905 9156 WAN HASNAH ENTERPRISE Tel: 6013 986 3068 JUNA KRAF Tel: 6013 994 7842 K ONE CRAFT Tel: 609 445 7585 / 6019 780 5817 rohayutalib@yahoo.com SURI CRAFT Tel: 609 445 5582 AZIAH HANDICRAFT Tel: 609 445 7192 / 6013 746 6844 AZAI IMPIAN Tel: 6019 914 7647

PERNIAGAAN SUTERA PULAU KELADI Tel: 6013 931 6680

EZEI CRAFT & DESIGN Tel: 609 266 2413

TENUNAN SERI WARISAN Tel: 6012 901 9567

ECO CRAFT & DESIGN Tel: 609 266 6511

LEGAR WARISAN Tel: 6016 986 1082

TEMIN CRAFT ENTERPRISE Tel: 6013 904 7767

NAZIRAF TENUN ENTERPRISE Tel: 6013 918 1978

ZAIZA ENTERPRISE Tel: 6013 422 7291

DAYANA SUTERA ENT Tel: 6013 918 1978

WANI SOUVENIR Tel: 6019 427 2781

AYUNAN EMAS ENT Tel: 6012 961 1752

BILUT CRAFT Tel: 6017 902 6195

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MANUMI BATIK Tel: 6019 948 1458 anuarothmanbatik@yahoo. com.my

HUSAIDI ENTERPRISE Tel: 6012 558 9241

PAGOLA WANA ENTERPRISE Tel: 6012 556 1006

BATIK INDERAWASIH Tel: 604 938 3308/ 6013 441 8103

BIG WAX ENTERPRISE Tel: 6012 521 4541

DWISHA KRAF Tel: 6012 536 6832 / 6017 585 6621

FADILLA WOOD CRAFT ENTERPRISE Tel: 6012 543 8794

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SENA CIPTA ENTERPRISE Tel: 6019 473 0302

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SAMAT BIN MAN Tel: 6013 446 6316

UNIQUE TOUCH ENTERPRISE Tel: 6016 243 4189 uniquetouch_karak@yahoo. com

CERAMIC & FLORAL DECORATION CENTRE JALAN KUALA KANGSAR

LAN SENI KRAF ENTERPRISE Tel: 6019 450 6775/ 6012 525 2731

ADIWARNA GALLERY Tel: 604 657 7888 PENANG MUSEUM & ART GALLERY Tel: 604 264 3494 A2 GALLERY Tel: 604 227 4985

ENGGOR HANDICRAFT CENTRE AND PUSAT PEMBANGUNAN KRAFTANGAN MALAYSIA Tel: 605 757 6200 / 605 757 6201

SENSASI BATIK ASFA Tel: 604 980 7217/ 6012 474 3703

SILVERITAGE GALLERIA MEDAN GOPENG. Tel: 605 529 6608/ 605 318 8501

JASS IMAGINATION Tel: 604 938 4490/ 6012 568 5448

ARTBUG GALLERY Tel: 6012 500 9306

KZ HIJRAH COLLECTION Tel: 6017 589 2241

ART POINT GALLERY Tel: 604 659 0248

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SENTUHAN BUDI Tel: 604 980 9285 info@saadcapal.com

ARTS OF ASIA (THE TRIBAL ART GALLERY) Tel: 604 885 1253

MALAYSIA HANDICRAFT CENTRE Tel: 604 985 5278

KAYAMAN COLLECTION Tel: 6019 434 1091

CHONG GALLERY Tel: 604 227 5590

ZAIZA ART COLLECTION Tel: 6017 565 9193

G’LA RONA SOLUTION Tel: 6012 570 7051

EQUATOR ACADEMY OF ART Tel: 604 261 5116

MINDA HEVEA ENTERPRISE Tel: 6012 581 6865

TERA TJANTING SDN BHD Tel: 6019 770 0966

MEGOPLEX Tel: 605 312 9328

LIZNIM ENTERPRISE Tel: 6012 504 2945

GALARIE DE MAI Tel: 604 227 7504 GALLERY @ KDU Tel: 604 226 6368 GALLERY SENI MUTIARA Tel: 604 262 0167 GHARA SENI TANJUNG ART GALLERY Tel: 604 262 1617 HUCK THENG THE PAINTINGS Tel: 604 262 9079 IMPRESSION ARTS CENTRE Tel: 604 551 5899 KOK ART GARDEN Tel: 604 593 0198

ALLIANCE FRANCAISE DE PENANG Tel: 604 227 6008

LEKUAN ART GALLERY Tel: 604 229 9598

ALPHA UTARA GALLERY Tel: 604 262 6840

METTA FRAMING & ART FRAMING Tel: 604 226 1160

FUAN WONG THE GALLERY Tel: 604 281 9070

MOLLADELLA Tel: 604 644 4800 ONG ART GALLERY Tel: 604 227 7477 PENANG MALAYS ART GALLERY Tel: 604 262 2860 PENANG STATE ART GALLERY Tel: 604 261 3144 SIM ART STUDIO Tel: 604 226 3284 SIMON TAN ART GALLERY Tel: 6019 475 2298

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THE ART GALLERY Tel: 6012 4831600 TUNKU FAUZIAH MUSEUM &ART GALLERY Tel: 604 653 3888 WAH PENG GALLERY Tel: 6016 464 2117 YAHONG ART GALLERY Tel: 604 881 1251

MAYURI HOUSE OF ART Tel: 6088 426 069 / 425 067 www.mayurihouse.com.my

RANAU Pekan Nabalu Ranau, Sabah

NBL SDN. BHD. Tel: 6088 235 591 chungsv@pc.jaring.my

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ONE STOP HANDICRAFT STREET Tel: 6088 447 787 starcitynorth@yahoo.com

ROYAL SELANGOR PEWTER Tel: 604 263 6742

PROART GALLERY Tel: 6012 838 8078 www.proart.my

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ROYAL SELANGOR Tel: 6088 413825 www.royalselangor.com

ALAM SENSASI Tel: 6088 241 150 alamsensasi@yahoo.com BAMBOO CRAFTS & CREATIONS Tel: 6088 232 441 BORNEO ART GALLERY Tel: 6088 280 707 www.artborneo.com BORNEO IMAGES FINE PRINT GALLERY Tel: 6088 270 733 / 247 613 www.borneoimages.com BORNEO SUNRISE HOME GALLERY Tel: 6016 588 6938 adriandominicho@yahoo. com CLASSIC BATIK & CRAFT Tel: 6088 241 582 classicbatik@msn.com LAVINIA ART GALLERY Tel: 6019 881 1330 christianne.gooting@ devaser.com

328 GALLERY SDN BHD Tel: 6082 234 328 ARTS OF ASIA Tel: 6082 248 476 88 ELEGANCE Tel: 6082 417 912 ANTIQUE SHOP Tel: 6082 242 918 ARTS OF DAYAKS Tel: 6082 232 894

SABAH HANDICRAFT CENTRE Tel: 6088 438 308 / 9 catherine@borneoecotours. com

EEZE TRADING Tel: 6082 419 024

SABAH ART GALLERY Tel: 6088 268 748 www.borneo-online.com.my/ art/adrian.htm

BONG GALLERY Tel: 6082 425 255

THE BORNEO TRADING POST Tel: 6088 232 655 / 231 655 www.borneotradingpost. com WARISAN SQUARE Tel: 6088 447 870 www.warisansquare.com. my KADAIKU HANDICRAFT & SOUVENIR SHOP Tel: 6088 232 121 www.sabahtourism.com

FABRIKO Tel: 6082 422 333

BORNEO HANDICRAFT SHOP Tel: 6082 240 875 BORNEO MAGIC Tel: 6082 419 195 KELVIN GALLERY Tel: 6082 252 259 DAYANG ENTERPRISE & GENERAL TRADING Tel: 6082 334 441 LAMIN DANA HANDICRAFT Tel: 6019 8495 962

LIVAN HANDICRAFT Tel: 6082 233 304 LONG HOUSE HANDICRAFT CENTRE (MIRI) Tel: 6085 429 122 NATIVE ARTS Tel: 6082 424 886 HWANG LIAN TRADING Tel: 6082 248 403 JOHNS GALLERY Tel: 6082 253 088 KONG HONG ENTERPRISE Tel: 6085 416 272 MAHIR KRAF Tel: 6082 259 930 NELSONS GALLERY Tel: 6082 411 066 OMEGA ENTERPRISE Tel: 6082 257 777 PETRA MELITA COMPANY Tel: 6082 464 166 PRIME CONTRACTS SUPPLIES TRADING CO. Tel: 6082 251 312 PRISCILLA LOCAL HANDICRAFT (MIRI) Tel: 6085 427 155 / 428 979 RAINFOREST Tel: 6082 410 155 SIAM COMPANY Tel: 6082 242 832 SIM CHING LOONG Tel: 6082 245 053 / 234 100

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SOON LEE Tel: 6082 240 959 SOUVENIR SHOP SARAWAK CULTURAL VILLAGE Tel: 6082 846 411 SYARIKAT RHINO Tel: 6082 230 809 SYARIKAT U.D. SIBURAN JAYA Tel: 6082 426 605

PACE GALLERY Tel: 603 7954 6069 geetha@pacegallery.net PATI SATU STUDIO Tel: 603 3393 5760 www.patisatustudio.com SHAH ALAM GALLERY Tel: 603 5510 5344 www.galerisa.com

PURPLE CANE TEA ART CENTER Tel: 603 2148 8212 www.midvalley.com.my/ purplecane TALENS FRAME Tel: 603 7727 9820 ben@talensframes.com PETALING ART GALLERY Tel: 603 7877 5388

BAZAAR WARISAN Tel: 609 626 1111 KOMPLEKS KRAF NOOR ARFA BATIK Tel: 609 617 9700 www.noor-arfa.com.my NOR ATIKAH SONGKET Tel: 609 623 1973 / 622 6086 atikahsongket.com

SMALL TALK WITH THE MOON Tel: 603 7955 0800 www. smalltalkwiththemoon.com

XI`AN GALLERY Tel: 6012 614 4658 www.xiangallery. pknsshahalam.com

THE PRIVATE GALLERY @ SHALINI GANENDRA Tel: 603 7958 2175 www.shaliniganendra.com

KECHARA SARASWATI ARTS Tel: 603 7873 6703 saraswati@kechara.com

JAUHARI ARTS Tel: 6019 221 2791 www.jauhari.com.my

THE ART CAFÉ Tel: 603 6142 2490 chris.theartcafe@gmail.com

BATIK HUNGGA Tel: 609 631 3717 batikhungga.blogspot.com

BLING LUSTRE Tel: 6016 322 2760 khairina@blinglustre.com

ART VALLEY SDN BHD Tel: 603 7880 0991 artvillage@teng.com

WANISMA TEMBAGA Tel: 609 622 3311 cwanisma.blogspot.com

SARAWAK HANDICRAFT CENTRE Tel: 6082 245 652 www.sarawakhandicraft. com

CORE DESIGN GALLERY Tel: 6012 975 1315 sue@coredesigngallery.com

KSM & ART SERVICES SDN BHD Tel: 603 8723 0530 andsamad_ksm@yahoo.com

PERKAMPUNGAN KERIS Tel: 609 626 2134

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RUSTIC MALAYSIA Tel: 6019 260 2813 www.rusticmalaysia.com

ASIATIQUE SOUVENIRS & HANDICRAFT SHOP Tel: 6082 412 998 THIEN SENG GOLDSMITH Tel: 6082 242 918 YECK SUNG FRAME MAKERS Tel: 6082 242 897 SARAKRAF PAVILLION Tel: 6082 258 771 www.sarakraf.com.my

BINTARA CRAFT Tel: 6019 624 1354/ 606 6798 068 CHAI (INSTANT CAFÉ HOUSE OF ARTS AND IDEA) Tel: 603 7784 8792 www.instantcafetheatre. com MEUSSE GALLERY Tel: 603 7710 8361 www.meusse.com

THINGS GALLERY Tel: 603 8023 3033 things_gallery@hotmail.com YIN ART GALLERY Tel: 603 8025 1126 COVA ME GUSTA Tel: 603 6142 2490 covamegusta.blogspot.com

REKA ART SPACE Tel: 603 4292 9691 abwgallery@yahoo.co.uk CHUNG ART & SIGN TRADING Tel: 603 6142 8660 cheewah.chung@yahoo.com

4%2%.''!.5 PERBADANAN KEMAJUAN KRAFTANGAN MALAYSIA Tel: 609 617 1033 PASAR BESAR KEDAI PAYANG Tel: 609 626 1111

DESA MURNI BATIK SDN. BHD. Tel: 609 622 0366 www.desamurnibatik.com SEEM NOOR BATIK Tel: 609 624 9817 FATIMAH SONGKET Tel: 609 631 4749

PANDAI KERIS Tel: 609 622 7968 DI’ZAINER KRAF Tel: 609 623 1588 CASA LIMBUNG Tel: 609 859 7777 / 609 858 1223 MESRA MALL Tel: 609 864 9000 www.mesramall.com.my

CUISINE WHAT’S COOKING IN KELANTAN

WHAT’S COOKING IN KELANTAN Malaysians love to eat. Visit a Malaysian home and the

' Œ ‘ This comes from the ingrained sense of hospitality in the Malaysian psyche, where our lives around gatherings, social or formal, involve food in some way. Kelantan particularly, being home to a cross-cultural and ethnic community, is a melting pot of delicious foods from the Malay, Chinese and Thai people. From breakfast of nasi berlauk or

' vegetables cooked with turmeric and galangal, to the mouthwatering kaeng matsaman or beef curry with roasted peanuts, spices in a thick coconut milk for and at times, intriguing dishes to sample throughout the state.

Much of Kelantan’s dishes tend to be sweet and the use of coconut

state in Malaysia. ( ) $ ' ayam percik or ayam golek, which is coconut - marinated chicken cooked nasi kerabu, rice with a mixture of leaf salads. There is also a condiment called budu which is salted anchovies fermented for half a year, and laksam and belacan. There is also a vast number of snacks like the different types of serunding, tepung bungkus,

‘nasi kukus ayam dara’

‘nasi kerabu’ cik mek molek, nasi tumpang, solok lada, putu halba, tepung pasong, cucur badak and the ever popular keropok gote. There are also many sweet cakes and puddings. The Chinese have their chilli chicken feet, bubur Asyura or savoury porridge, bakchang which is a glutinous rice and meat dumpling, mooncakes, telur merah, sticky kuih bakul during the Chinese New Year and, uang or meatballs during weddings.

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‘nasi tumpang’

‘kaeng som nom mai dong’

‘cik mek molek’

‘putu halba’ The Thai community has various hot and sour dishes, like kaeng som nom mai dong pickled bamboo. There is a salad for breakfast called khao yam pak tai which is boiled rice with chopped lemongrass, peanuts, bean sprouts, ' lime with a sweet and sour sauce, as well as delicious papaya salads. And the pièce de rĂŠsistance is the phat phet belut – chilli eel. A spicy dish that is not easy to cook, nor easy to eat! It is a specialty of the Thai restaurants around Tumpat and Wakaf Baru.

‘tepung bungkus’ So what better to say about Kelantan than that you have visited the beautiful state, seen its amazing landscape, arts and crafts, and also eaten some raw jungle vegetables with fermented anchovies, chicken feet and eel!

WHERE TO FIND? Famous budu-maker villages are Kg. Tawang, Bachok and Kg. Penambang near Kota Bharu. Restoran Nasi Berlauk near old Shell belonging to Pak Su Wahab at Wakaf Bharu ! > % =

CUISINE CONDIMENTS - ASIDE FROM THE MAIN DISH

‘budu’

Mention sambal in any restaurant, and a red paste-like side dish is brought to your table. This is local condiment at its best - to enhance an already delicious meal for an extra tasty kick. Fermented red tofu is another condiment used to stir fry vegetables, but commonly eaten on its own at breakfast, with congee or rice porridge. It has a strong aroma and is an acquired taste not to be confused with the similar tempe. There is also Cincalok, a pink shrimp fry preserved in rice and salt, which is a speciality of Malacca and Bintulu. It is used as a sauce for meats. Kelantanese have budu, an anchovy and salt combination that is left to ferment for at least half a year. One side dish that helps cool the palate down after a hot curry is raita, yoghurt served with

‘acar timun’

CONDIMENTS ASIDE FROM THE MAIN DISH cucumber and mint. This normally accompanies biryani or pilau rice. Pickles made of brinjal, garlic, green chillis, mango, green papaya, cucumber as well as mango and tomato chutneys are also used abundantly in Malaysia as additions to rice, keropok and roti. Condiments have such a strong presence in Malaysia that the National Trade Promotion Agency of Malaysia, or MATRADE, has published a book called ‘Malaysia Sauces & Condiments Directory’. We are certainly not limited to the list provided above! Go on, have a taste!

‘keropok’

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EXOTIC SABAH FARE The annual Traditional Food Festival in Sabah offers visitors a surprisingly large mixture of traditional home grown foods as well as food sources found in the wild. Seafood and seaweed are staple for Sabah coastal dwellers, while inland dwellers consume wild snails, vegetables like ferns, tubers and bamboo shoots which usually accompany hill rice, corn or cassava. A variety of fruits are available all year round. The most interesting snack of the Kadazandusun, Murut and Tatana natives is the beetle larva found in sago tree trunks that are eaten raw, half-cooked or fried. Sabahans also have hinava which is raw Murut favourite, jaruk or river ' bamboo tubes with salt and cooked rice.

However, the fare served up in homes usually consists of a popular Kadazan dish called pinasakan

' with bambangan, a wild mango or takob akob, the skin of a type of small red sour fruit. Tuhau is a fragrant root vegetable used in salads or pickles. In fact, much of Kadazandusun food is pickled as a method of preservation, normally with lime or salt. There are so many unusual and interesting dishes to try, it’s hard to know where to start. Be adventurous, go ahead and dig in.

CUISINE GRILLED TO PERFECTION

satay

GRILLED TO PERFECTION Ikan bakar is often found in night markets throughout Malaysia, and well worth hunting out. Marinated stingray, snapper or mackerel is wrapped in banana leaf to retain the moisture and succulence, and cooked on an open wood or charcoal Perhaps we can entice you to travel to Kajang, for the famous satay? It’s the peanut sauce and ketupat that makes one want more, not just the fragrant lemongrass basting the meat. Look out for grilled, crispy tofu bakar, stuffed with beansprouts, cucumber and roasted peanuts, served with rojak sauce.

Forget plans to use bottled barbeque sauce with your chicken wings this weekend. Instead, head off to Bellamy Road in Kuala Lumpur, behind the old ikan bakar or

Use of ingredients and preparation for all dishes differ from state to state, and vary in the diverse communities. > Š ayam percik, or ayam golek, grilled chicken mixed with ginger, tamarind and gula Melaka. What about the meats marinated overnight in a yoghurt seasoning and cooked in a tandoor or clay oven? Well worth waiting for. Other grilled foods include a snack called pulut panggang, which is glutinous rice with spiced coconut wrapped in banana leaf. A larger is lemang, glutinous rice cooked

ikan bakar

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ikan bakar

ikan bakar

satar

in bamboo tubes which can n be found along many roadside side stalls. There is also Otak Otak, a ƒ ' meat with eggs and herbs, also wrapped in banana leaf and grilled. Like many locals do, follow the smoke and aroma to some of the best grills in town.

otak-otak

CUISINE MALAYSIAN SIGNATURE DISHES

nasi lemak

Eating in Malaysia can be both a culinary delight and an adventure given the bewildering array of dishes to be found.

“Dah makan?â€? is the question usually asked when friends and family meet each other. To ask if someone has eaten is the Malaysian alright. Malaysia being the melting pot of an amazing number of races and cultures, has a range of cuisine that makes it a food lover’s paradise! Keep your eyes open for the stall, cafĂŠ or restaurant that has a crowd of local patrons in it – the food will ` ( on your gastronomic journey, here are a few of the ‘must try’ local favourites:

Air Batu Campur (better known as ABC) This mixture of jelly, sweet kidney

MALAYSIAN SIGNATURE DISHES beans, green vermicelli, peanuts and sweet corn is topped with ice shavings and a generous scoop of liquid palm sugar and thick coconut milk. It is a very popular dessert for hot days and can be found in just about every corner of Malaysia at $ hotel restaurants.

Teh Tarik The making of this strong milky tea is a practiced skill. Literally meaning ‘stretched tea’ (tarik means pull), it takes an expert handler to ‘stretch’ the tea from one container at an arm’s height into another. There are regional competitions to see who is champion at ‘stretching’ without spilling a drop. Doing this injects air into the hot drink making it frothy

roti canai

and enriching its taste. This is '

Roti Roti or bread comes in many forms and is eaten throughout the day in Malaysia, like the roti canai which is a pancake-type bread eaten with a lentil or ‘dhal’ gravy. Murtabak is a close cousin of the roti canai with meat, chili and onion folded into the bread and cooked on a griddle. }

_ toppings and baked in a ‘tandoor’ or clay oven. The unique roti jala is made from milk, and poured through a special mould to make a net-like crepe. It is usually served with gravy. The

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Murtabak Mee Goreng

breakfast special for Malaysians is roti kahwin, literally meaning married bread! It is two pieces of buttered toast (roti bakar) sandwiched with a Malaysian egg and coconut jam called kaya. Best washed down with a steaming mug of kopi ‘O’ (black coffee)!

Nasi Lemak A simple rice dish cooked in coconut milk accompanied with cucumber, fried peanuts, fried anchovies and a ‘sambal’ or chili paste. Sometimes

' added on the side. Satay Not so much a ‘dish’ than a food experience – satay can be found just about anywhere in Malaysia from hawker stalls to food centres

$ ;' marinated beef, chicken, even venison are barbequed over an open spicy peanut sauce with cucumber, onion and ketupat or rice cakes. It’s the aroma of the burning charcoal ‹ watch the satay man keep the coals alive with his palm-leaf fan.

Asam Laksa This dish from north of Peninsula Malaysia is a white rice noodle with } of shredded pineapple, cucumber, on top and added to this is a prawn paste, onions, mint and sliced chilis. Mackerel is commonly used to make the tangy tamarind-based soup.

Nasi Kandar Nasi Kandar is abundantly available throughout the country; it is a plateful of rice with a variety of vegetables, fried eggs and salted > salad called acar timun. Chicken Rice Chicken Rice has become a popular all-day meal. It is a rice dish cooked with chicken stock, garlic, ginger and salt and served with steamed or roasted chicken and a bowl of soup. Some places offer chicken gizzard and liver with it, and this experience is enhanced with a piquant sauce made of chili, garlic, ginger and lime juice.

CUISINE MALAYSIAN SIGNATURE DISHES

Fish Head Curry

Char Koay Teow (

specialty with prawns, cockles, egg and bean sprouts. It is the heat, speed and timing of the cooking that makes the dish tasty despite it being such simple fare. The roadside stall with the longest queue is a sign of a good char koay teow. Penang, known for its hawker fare, is one of the best places to savour this dish. Otak Otak A town called Muar in Johor is

' ' concoction grilled over a charcoal ~ lemongrass, spices, eggs, coconut milk and chili, and wrapped in banana leaves. Once cooked, the leaves are unwrapped to reveal the

from the chili spices. This can be eaten on its own or sometimes with rice or toast like a patĂŠ.

Keropok This snack food can be found in many coastal towns and areas and dried for deep-frying. There are several varieties, with popular ones being the keropok lekor which is long and chewy, keropok losong which is steamed, and keropok keping which is thin and crispy. They turn light shades of brown when fried and keropok keping is sometimes served with a cucumber pickle.

Yong Tau Foo This is essentially a clear soup containing a variety of food items mostly stuffed with ( stuffed in the middle. Other types of vegetables like bittergourd, ladies ˆ ' ‰ “ ˆ ‰ and fresh chili are also stuffed and served alongside. This selection of ' and served with spicy vinegar chili sauce, made with red fermented beancurd, and hoisin sauce. Look for the famous Ampang Yong Tau Foo in Kuala Lumpur.

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Laksa Johor

Laksam

Rojak Buah

Onde Onde Our sweet dessert is a local speciality made from glutinous rice center. Made into little green balls leaf juice, and coated with grated coconut, it makes for a delectable treat.

Rojak Mamak

Sup Kambing Mutton soup is a favourite late night supper dish to quell hunger without eating a huge meal. Made of goat or lamb, it is the spices such as cinnamon, star anise, cloves and pepper in the soup that gives it the aroma and taste. The best mutton soups can usually be found at streetside stalls around Malaysia.

Nasi Goreng Fried rice comes in many variations depending on the location, available cook! Prawns, meats, anchovies, eggs, tomatoes and sliced chili can be thrown in to make up the dish. It is usually seasoned with soya sauce and chili sauce.

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Satay Teh tarik

Mee Goreng ‘Mee Goreng’ or fried noodles are extremely popular and can be found everywhere in the country. Come across a well fried noodle dish, fresh from a piping hot wok, ' egg, deep fried fritters and slices of chicken or prawns and other greens thrown in for good measure and your day would have been made. Rendang The ‘Rendang’ is generally of beef but has variations with chicken and buffalo meat, and is usually served during festivals and family gatherings. A primary reason

for this is the lengthy cooking process. A blend of various spices, chillies, ginger, shallots, garlic, ' tumeric is simmered with the meat and coconut milk for hours over a low heat until practically all the moisture has evaporated, leaving behind tender chunks of meat. There are also variations to ‘Beef Rendang’ and these include ‘Rendang Tok’ from the northern region, ‘Rendang Asli’ from Pahang and ‘Rendang Minang’, from Negeri Sembilan.

Fish Head Curry The other truly Malaysian favourite is the Fish Head Curry made of spices blended to create a highly aromatic and tongue teasing ‡ ‚ Mackerel, Red and White Snapper. Whatever your preference, a rice meal with a generous helping of ' cooked in a curry will surely be an experience to remember.

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076/077 MALAYSIAN SIGNATURE DISHES

Cendol Nasi Kerabu

Air Batu Campur

Rojak If you prefer something light, then Rojak could possibly be your choice of a mid-afternoon snack. There are different versions of this dish so be sure you’re ordering ‘Rojak Buah’ or the fruit salad version as opposed to ‘Rojak Mamak’ which is an entirely different dish. ‘Rojak’ describes a dish of pieces of fresh tropical fruit and vegetables including cucumber, mango, pineapple, ‘sengkuang’ or a sweet turnip thoroughly mixed with a sweet and spicy prawn paste. Chilli is added to taste and ground peanuts sprinkled on top. Variations include the addition of a crispy deep fried cracker, dried ' puffs.

Hot Plate Noodle

So whatever your culinary inclinations or instincts might be, Malaysia is perhaps the best place to test your taste buds and to hone your palate. For as you travel the length and breadth of

# a diaspora to charm, tempt and provoke your culinary soul. So come on, be brave, and take a leap into the amazing and delectable world of Malaysia’s signature dishes!

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TRAVELLING IN MALAYSIA

Malaysia is home to many cultural and religious festivals and is a country of warm, friendly and hospitable Malaysians who will help make your trip a memorable one. There are some things visitors should know about Malaysia when travelling around. As a multireligious country, visitors should respect local customs and religions at all times. Many areas of Malaysia adopt a modest standard of dress and behaviour particularly in places of worship. Other customs to note especially in Malaysian homes is to remove your

shoes before entering and to handle food with your right hand. Receive or give gifts with your right hand as well.

available at all shops. Tourist “ usually at hand to assist with problems.

Check school and public holidays when planning your trip so as not to miss out on places which may be closed. Make sure you take out medical insurance before travelling as healthcare is not free. There are many private clinics as well as over-the-counter pharmacies and Chinese herbal medical halls. In to drink from the tap, but most Malaysians boil their drinking water. Bottled mineral water is

Loose clothing with sleeves is suitable for the warm climate and don’t forget an umbrella or raincoat! We suggest that you just be aware of your surroundings and respect the law, the different cultures and religions and whatever you do, have a ‘Truly Malaysian’ time!

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078/079 SCALING THE HEIGHTS TO KINABALU

SCALING THE HEIGHTS TO KINABALU Ask any tourist what they did while they were in Sabah - your answer is likely to be either on a diving or climbing holiday. The numerous beaches around the coastlines of Sabah make it an attractive water sport destination as well as perfect for rest and recreation. Just as many people visit Kinabalu Park though, at the site of Mount Kinabalu, the highest mountain in Malaysia. What not many people know is the number of other attractions Sabah has to offer, close to the capital city of Kota Kinabalu or KK. Northeast of KK towards Kudat is the Kampung Sumangkap Gong Factory, Gombizau Honey Bee Farm, the Kampung Bavanggazo

(native Rungus Longhouse) and Tanjung Simpang Mengayau which is the northernmost tip of Borneo with its lighthouse. Just 30km southeast of KK is the „ ~ „ # „

' up to a year to bloom. Spanning up to a metre in width, the plant emits a foul smell that attracts insects for its pollination. A dozen kilometers short of Kinabalu Park is Nabalu, where the watch tower gives an uninterrupted view of Mount Kinabalu and where visitors can make a pit stop at the local market to pick up colourful souvenirs, food and drink. nk. There is another viewing tower at Poropok View which is less touristy, but just as good.

The Kinabalu Park environ itself hides a whole host of activities and natural attractions for adventure seekers as well as leisurely visitors. A Visitor and Education Centre gives information about places and activities that the Park has to offer. Poring Hot Springs with its thermal sulphur pools is nearby too. There

to the treetop canopy walkway – not suitable for those suffering from vertigo! Visit the Kipungit and Langanan waterfalls alls and enjoy the natural beauty y there. Further along towards ards Mesilau in Kundasang sang is the Desa Dairy y Farm where milk iiss

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Desa Dairy Farm

Langganan Waterfalls Don’t be surprise to hear a visitor tell you that he has milked a cow, stayed at a Rungus longhouse, eaten honey straight from a bee hive, or abseiled down Mount Kinabalu - on top of diving and climbing.

processed and pasteurised ed for local and export consumption. Mount Kinabalu in all itss majestic glory presents itself for abseiling, rope ascending, climbs and indeed, this is where thousands congregate each year for the Mount Kinabalu International Climbathon. There is a variety of accommodation available availa in Kinabalu Park fro from basic rooms to luxury luxu chalets. way to fully The best wa experience Sabah is to participate particiipate in a

homestay programme. Visitors h Vi i get to stay with local families in their homes, get a taste of home cooking and a glimpse of their normal day-to-day lives. Almost every district in Sabah offers homestays opportunities including Kudat, Penampang, Long Pasia, Kota Belud, Kundasang, Kiulu, Kinabatangan, Tambunan and Papar. Each area has its own particular attraction - historical pa sites, bird watching, wildlife watchers and others. You may end up feeding the ducks and chickens too but you will come away with an amazing experience.

WHERE TO FIND? Sabah Park Tel: +6088-523 500 URL: http://www.sabahparks.org.my/ Sabah Sanctuary Lodge 1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, 88100 Sabah, Malaysia. Tel: +6088-318 888 Fax: +6088-317 777

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080/081 NEXUS KARAMBUNAI

Just 28km away northeast of Kota Kinabalu is the peninsula of Karambunai, where pristine sandy white beaches facing the South China Sea stretch for miles around.

NEXUS KARAMBUNAI Golf Resort Karambunai is right on the doorstep. Of course, the ubiquitous Borneo Spa with expert masseurs is ever ready to ease the tension and cares of the world away.

Lying on 3,335 acres of naturally landscaped surroundings, Nexus Resort and Spa Karambunai waits to welcome its guests with 479 guestrooms, suites and luxury villas fully equipped to meet every need. With eight restaurants serving traditional Malaysian, Chinese and Mediterranean cuisine and specialties, there is no shortage of food to suit everyone’s tastes. The resort’s food and beverage teams will create special menus and themes for memorable experiences, for small group meetings to large corporate affairs catering for up to 2,300 persons. The teams will work closely with conference organisers to take care of every detail to ensure the success of the event. Activities for all age groups are available; from scuba diving and kayaking lessons to batik painting,

nature and jungle treks, fun

traditional music demonstrations. The resort has all the modern facilities of jacuzzi, gym, squash and tennis courts, a lagoon park for watersports, children’s club and playground, and a 75-acre nature park. For the golf enthusiasts, the 18-hole championship Nexus

Let a stay at the Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai be one of the reasons for your visit to the Karambunai Peninsula www.nexusresort.com

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SUTERA HARBOUR RESORT AND SPA

Only ten minutes away from the Kota Kinabalu International Airport and is the Magellan Sutera, one of two self-contained resort hotels languishing amid 384 acres of prime seafront property. ( ƒ ; resort has 956 rooms ranging from elegant deluxe rooms to superlative suites. Recreationally, guests are spoilt for choice with both a free-form and an Olympic-sized swimming pools, 15 restaurants, ? centre with tennis, badminton and squash courts, and a Graham Marsh-designed championship 27hole golf course. There is also a mini cinema and a bowling alley. For the enthusiastic guest, various water sports or relaxing massages are available by the beach. This world-class resort has meeting, exhibition and conference facilities as well as a Grand Ballroom with banqueting services for the perfect wedding or event. The Sutera Harbour Marina & Country Club and the Sutera Golf & Country

Club are also located here while sister companies, the North Borneo Railway and North Borneo eo = $ experience in exploring Sabah and nd its environs. Berthing services are available for short and long term rental at the Sutera Harbour Marina & Country Club while the Sutera Golf & Country Club has a 41-bay, two-tiered driving range and the * Malaysia. At the resort, and after a long day of activities and shopping, guests can kick their shoes off at the Mandara Spa at Magellan Sutera or Body ; ƒ ; skilled Sabahan spa therapists pamper weary bodies with invigorating or relaxing treatments.

With beautiful garden surroundings, the South China Sea and the islands of the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park as a backdrop, this sprawling resort allows guests to leave the cares of the world behind. Let the Sutera Harbour Resort and Spa welcome to you to a truly unforgettable experience. www.suteraharbour.com

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082/083 THE MANDARA SPA

THE MANDARA SPA For those in search of the ‘Malaysia, Truly Asia’ experience, look no further than the Mandara Spa at the Magellan Sutera Harbour Hotel in Kota Kinabalu. For where better might one get to savour the hospitality of an exceptional Malaysian resort while taking respite from the world? Guests will discover this spacious, scenic and comfortable two-storey tropical spa replete with eclectic Asian dĂŠcor and surrounded by lush foliage, to be a truly verdant and serene environment. Comprising a versatile mix of six double deluxe spa suites, six single spa suites, an elegant reception area and a spa boutique, the facility is able to cater to a whole range of clients’ needs. Couples and individuals seeking a calm and momentary escape from the hustle

place idyllic. The Mandara Spa offers soothing and healing Balinese massages as well as a host of other Asian holistic and calming remedies including traditional treatments from India, Thailand and Indonesia. The beauty and allure of these traditional treatments are frequently combined with the sophistication of modern spa technology so on the menu is

an array of treatments marrying traditional Balinese massages with the latest science of Elemis spa therapy. So choose from a wide variety of treatments including the spa’s signature - the ‘Ultimate Indulgence’ package that includes a luxurious ritual of Aromatherapy Footbath, Lavender Body Wash, Traditional Body Scrub, Herbal Steam Bath, Aromatherapy Floral Bath, Mandara Massage, Elemis Taster Facial and Foot Massage. What more could one possibly ask for!

If you are feeling tired or a little older, the spa’s ‘Elemis Pro-Collagen Quartz Lift Facial’ is possibly the best defense as it is designed to provide immediate results in reducing wrinkles and

' ‡ the other hand, might want to choose the ‘Yin & Yang’ package, designed for a shared romantic health experience. So whatever your choice of treatment might be, the Mandara Spa is sure mood! Mandara Spa www.suteraharbour.com Tel: +60 88 303 680

TRAVEL MALAYSIA CHI, THE SPA AT SHANGRI-LA

CHI, THE SPA AT SHANGRI-LA

The epitome of all that is relaxing, curative and spiritually healing, ‘CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La’ draws its inspiration from its namesake, evoking images of the exotic, enchantment and a calm, composed approach to life. At the ‘CHI’, life might be a little more at sea level rather than up in the mountains. The word ‘chi’ or ‘qi’ is Chinese for a universal life force that governs one’s well-being and personal vitality, and it is believed that this ‘chi’ or inner force will result in ill health and other physical irregularities. It is therefore important to ensure that one’s ‘chi’

body at all times.

This is what ‘CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La’ strives to achieve; to provide guests with holistic and time-tested treatments that seek to alleviate minor physical impairments while coaxing the body and mind into a state of relaxation and calm. This is achieved through a variety of treatments including body massages, exercise, stretching, hydrotherapy and movement of the mind through relaxation and meditation, to allow for the body’s natural rejuvenation. The spa also offers traditional Borneo treatments that are plantbased, entirely natural, energy $ heritage of the region.

Chi, the Spa www.shangri-la.com/kotakinabalu/ =; ; ? Tel: +60 88 327 888

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084/085 INTO THE WILDS OF KELANTAN

) “ and fauna, the fertile and lush forest of the Kelantan River Valley along the Titiwangsa Mountain range hides a lot of surprises. Eco-tourists, archaeologists, treasure hunters, thrill seekers and even free and easy travellers

their interest. From simple river cruises to bird watching trips, white water rafting, cycle tracking, jungle trekking, exploring caves and picnicking at waterfalls, Kelantan’s outdoor activities attract people of all ages and abilities. Visitors can catch the affectionately known Jungle Railway or East Coast Line that passes through dense forest from Tumpat to Gemas. The Jungle Rail skirts Taman Negara and Kenong Rimba national parks at some altitude and the scenery is a feast for the eyes. A south-bound train from Dabong goes to Gua Musang, the gateway to the ranges. Here are limestone

INTO THE WILDS OF KELANTAN caves, a goldmine, deer park, ethnobotanical garden and orang asli (aboriginal) settlements. There is another train from Wakaf Bharu to Jelawang where visitors can reach Jelawang Waterfalls within an hour and a half on foot. To the south of Kelantan, riverboat safaris from Kuala Krai jetty cruise up the Kelantan River past picturesque Malay villages to Dabong, with ample time to spot ' Gunung Stong at 1,422 metres above sea level is in Gunung Stong State Park; it takes a good two hours of trekking to reach the peak. The park is also home to the seven-tiered Stong Waterfalls. Close by are the Kolam Tuan Puteri (Princess Pool) and Gua Ikan (Fish Cave), which was named

$ ' } folklore tells of gold buried away in the vicinity during the Japanese occupation. The nearby Gua Cha is a site of archaeological interest where human remains dating 5,000 years to the Mesolithic era were found. Waterfalls are an attraction for both locals and tourists. Jeram Pasu, Lata Rek, Lata Renyok and the most spectacular Lata Beringin along the Kota Bharu-Pasir Puteh road are reachable by car and short walks. The Nenggiri River in the Lojing Highlands close to Gunung Stong offers a wet and wild adventure for those who wish to shoot rapids or go rock-climbing. For mountain bikers, there is an annual bike fest

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across eight different villages. Discover the simple pleasures of '

and batik painting as well as daily village chores like rubber tapping, gathering crops and feeding livestock.

at Kampung Jeli. Tracks are rough and take in between 5 to 30 miles a day. From Kuala Koh, one can attempt to scale Gunung Tahan, the highest mountain in Peninsula Malaysia. Numerous animals can be spotted along the way such as bears, tigers, elephants, monkeys or any of 350 species of birds like drongos, malkohas and hornbills. Visitors could also stop at an orang asli settlement (Temiar and Senoi tribes) for a blowpipe demonstration or explore caves. While at it, do try to track down the elusive and „ grow up to a metre across. Visitors could even experience an authentic Kelantanese homestay at any of the 161 homes spread

Coursing on roads from Kelantan southwards will take visitors through highlands, bamboo groves, towards Cameron Highlands in Pahang, another ideal place for relaxation and exploration. For amateur and professional photographers alike, Kelantan’s vast forests, mountains, caves and rapids provide a wealth of photo opportunities but it’s the exhilarating adventures and images captured in your heart and mind that will stay with you for a long time!

WHERE TO FIND? Tourists to Kelantan can choose to travel by air, rail or road from Kuala Lumpur or any other part of the country. For more information, contact the South Kelantan Development Authority (KESEDAR) in Gua Musang at 609- 9132200, 609-9132201 or the Kota Bharu Tourist Information Centre at 609-7485534. For train schedules from Kuala Lumpur and other cities, contact KTM Berhad at: Toll free 1 – 300 – 88 – 5862 1 – 300 – 88 – KTMB Overseas +603 – 2267 1200 Other important contact numbers are as follows: Local Train Stations Gua Musang Tel: 609-9121226 Tumpat Tel: 609-7257232 Wakaf Bharu Tel: 609-7196986 Sultan Ismail Petra Airport Tel: 609-7737400 For more information on boat cruises from Kuala Krai, please contact Kelantan State Forestry Department at +609-748 2140.

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086/087 RAIL JOURNEY - BEAUFORT TO TENOM

RAIL JOURNEY BEAUFORT TO TENOM There is another train journey that visitors can go on – the North Borneo Railway, a locomotive run on steam operated jointly by Sabah State Railway and Sutera Harbour Resort. This starts from Tanjung Aru in Kota Kinabalu and stops at Putatan, Kinarut, Kawang and ends at Papar.

There is a scenic journey from Beaufort to Tenom by train that runs through rainforests and quaint little towns. Reopened in 2011, Sabah State Railway operates a daily train service through spectacular scenery with views of $ ƒ Gorge. The two-hour journey from Beaufort stops at Saliwangan, Halogilat, Rayoh, Pangi and Tenom, and locals and tourists can be found on board taking in the sights and smells of Sabah’s interior village life. Passengers from Kota Kinabalu will need to change at Beaufort.

What better way to travel than a relaxing train ride through interesting and picturesque landscapes?

WHERE TO FIND? Sabah State Railway > ; V; +6087 211 518 X V; +6087 735 514 X =; [ ; V; +6088 254 611

y North Borneo Railway The Magellan Sutera Resort esort Level 2, 1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Sutera Harbour, 88100 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia Tel : +60 88 308 500 Te Fax : +60 88 311 136 Fa Email : nbrinfo@suteraharbour.com.my Em The steam train runs every Wednesday Th and Saturday and is priced at: an #< \] ; #< \] ' ^ the ages of 3 to 12. _ ` below 2 years old. Inclusive of Continental breakfast and In TifďŹ n-style lunch. For guests of Sutera Harbour Resort, the fare is inclusive of complimentary return transfer from the Resort to Tanjung Aru Station. Photo courtesy of Sutera Harbour

TRAVEL MALAYSIA TOURIST SHOPPING PRIVILEGE ) value in the various ‘Tourist Shopping Privilege’ cards available from a variety of malls. Kuala Lumpur’s shopping epicentre of Bukit Bintang KLCC (BBKLCC) shopping district has its very own Tourist Privilege Card that is available to all tourists visiting Malaysia which gives visitors further discounts and specials at more than 500 stores, making shopping even more exciting and of course, rewarding. Cards ' ? A number of other individual shopping centres also offer their own privilege cards and these can usually be obtained at visitor information or service centres at the particular mall. They also make excellent collectibles and are a great way to remember your favourite shopping haunts for your next visit to Malaysia!

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088/089 LISTING OF HOTELS

LISTING OF HOTELS */(/2 BERJAYA TIOMAN BEACH RESORT Tel: 609 419 1000 www.berjayahotel.com CRYSTAL CROWN JB Tel: 607 333 4422 www.crystalcrown.com.my DORSETT HOTEL Tel: 607 360 1000 www.dorsettjohorhotel.com GOODHOPE HOTEL Tel: 607 557 2828 www.goodhopehotel.com.my GRAND BLUEWAVE Tel: 607 221 6666 www.grandbluewavejohorbahru.com HOTEL MUTIARA Tel: 607 330 0300 www.mutiarahotels.com HOTEL SELESA JOHOR BAHRU Tel: 607 332 3999 www.hotelselesa-johorbahru.com

HOTEL SELESA PASIR GUDANG Tel: 607 251 8899 www.selesahotelsresorts. com.my J.A RESIDENCE Tel: 607 221 3000 www.marimari.com MAYRES HOTEL Tel: 607 883 9099 www.mayreshotel.com MERCURE JOHOR PALM RESORT & GOLF Tel: 607 599 6000 www.palm-resorts.com NAZA HOTEL JB Tel: 607 222 7788 www.nazahotel.com.my NEW YORK HOTEL Tel: 607 331 1588 www.newyorkhotel.com PRIME CITY HOTEL Tel: 607 771 1111 www.primecity.com

RIVERVIEW HOTEL Tel: 606 951 3313 www.riverviewhotel.com.my SIBU ISLAND RESORT Tel: 607 222 5155 www.sibuislandresort.com.my SURIA CITY HOTEL Tel: 607 223 1791 www.suriaresorts.com TANJUNG PUTERI GOLF RESORT Tel: 607 271 1888/259 6100 www.tpgr.com

THE PUTERI PACIFIC JOHOR BAHRU Tel: 607 219 9999 THE ZON REGENCY HOTEL BY THE SEA Tel: 607 221 9999 www.zonhotel.com.my THISTLE JOHOR BHARU tel: 607 222 9234 www.thistle.com

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THE KATERINA HOTEL Tel: 607 433 7111 www.katerinahotel.com

AWANA PORTO MALAI, LANGKAWI Tel: 604 955 5111 www.awana.com.my

THE M-SUITES HOTEL Tel: 607 221 1000 www.m-suites.com

BAYVIEW HOTEL LANGKAWI Tel: 604 966 1818 www.bayviewhotels.com

THE PULAI DESARU BEACH RESORT tel: 607 822 2222 www.thepulai.com.my

BELLA VISTA HOTEL Tel: 604 966 2800 www.bellavista-langkawi.com

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BERJAYA LANGKAWI BEACH & SPA RESORT Tel: 604 959 1888 www.berjayahotel.com

HOLIDAY VILLA LANGKAWI BEACH RESORT Tel: 604 955 1701 www.holidayvillahotels.com

CASA DEL MAR LANGKAWI Tel: 604 955 2388 www.casadelmar-langkawi.com

HOTEL GRAND CONTINENTAL Tel: 604 966 0333 www.ghihotels.com.my

CINTA SAYANG GOLF & COUNTRY RESORT Tel: 604 441 4666 www.cintasayangresort.com

HOTEL GRAND CRYSTAL Tel: 604 731 3333 www.ghihotels.com.my

DESA UTARA PEDU LAKE Tel: 604 732 8888 www.bjaya.com

HOTEL HELANG LANGKAWI Tel: 604 955 3030 www.helanghotellangkawi.com

FOUR SEASONS RESORT LANGKAWI Tel: 604 950 8888 www.fourseasons.com

KAMPUNG TOK SENIK RESORT Tel: 604 955 7288 www.toksenikresort.com

GRAND CONTINENTAL HOTEL ALOR SETAR Tel: 604 733 5917 www.bjaya.com

LANGKASUKA BEACH RESORT Tel: 604 955 6888 / 604 969 8887 / 8888 www. angkasukabeachresortlangkawi. com

HARVARD SUASANA HOTEL & GOLF COUNTRY CLUB Tel: 604 458 8888 www.harvardhotel.com.my HOLIDAY VILLA HOTEL & SUITES Tel: 604 734 9999 www.holidayvillahotelalorstar. com

LANGKAWI LAGOON RESORT Tel: 604 955 8181 www.langkawilagoonresort.com HOTEL LANGKAWI SEAVIEW Tel: 604 966 0600 www.lseaview.com

HOTEL M.S. GARDEN @ EMERALD PUTERI HOTEL Tel: 604 431 5555 www.emeraldputeri.blogspot. com HOTEL SENTOSA REGENCY Tel: 604 730 3999 www.sentosaregencyhotel. com.my MERITUS PELANGI BEACH RESORT Tel: 604 952 8888 www.meritus-hotels.com MUTIARA BURAU BAY RESORT Tel: 604 959 1061 www.mutiarahotels.com PARK AVENUE Tel: 604 431 7777 www.parkavenue.com.my REBAK MARINA RESORT Tel: 604 966 5566 www.rebakmarina.com SHERATON LANGKAWI BEACH RESORT Tel: 604 952 8000 www.starwoodhotels.com STARCITY HOTEL Tel: 604 735 5888 www.starcity.com.my SUNGAI PETANI INN Tel: 604 421 3411 www.sp-inn.com

SWISS-INN SUNGAI PETANI Tel: 604 422 3333 www.swissgarden.com TANJUNG RHU RESORT Tel: 604 959 1033 www.tanjungrhu.com.my TANJUNG SANCTUARY LANGKAWI Tel: 604 955 2977 www.tanjungsanctuary.com.my THE ANDAMAN LUXURY COLLECTION RESORT Tel: 604 959 1088 www.theandaman.com THE DATAI LANGKAWI Tel: 604 959 2500 www.hotelslangkawi.com THE GATES LANGKAWI RESORT Tel: 604 966 8397 www.langkawihotel.org THE LANAI LANGKAWI BEACH RESORT Tel: 604 955 2262 www.lanaibeach.com.my THE WESTIN LANGKAWI RESORT & SPA Tel: 604 960 8888 www.starwoodhotels.com

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090/091 LISTING OF HOTELS +%,!.4!. CRYSTAL LODGE Tel: 609 747 0888 www.crystallodge.com.my FULLY INN Tel: 609 912 3311 www.tic.kelantan.gov.my GRAND RIVER VIEW HOTEL Tel: 609 743 9988 www.grh.com.my NEW PACIFIC HOTEL tel: 609 745 6555 PERDANA RESORT Tel: 609 774 4000 www.perdanaresort.com PERDANA HOTEL tel: 609 748 5000 RENAISSANCE KOTA BHARU HOTEL Tel: 609 746 2233 www.marriott.com

+5!,! ,5-052 ALPHA GENESIS HOTEL Tel: 603 2141 2000 www.alphagenesishotel.com ANCASA HOTEL Tel: 603 2026 6060 www.ancasa-hotel.com BERJAYA TIMES SQUARE HOTEL & CONVENTION CENTRE Tel: 603 2117 3111 www.timessquarekl.com

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CITY VILLA KUALA LUMPUR Tel: 603 2692 6077 www.cityvilla-kualalumpur.com CONCORDE HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR Tel: 603 2144 2200 www.concorde.net

GRAND SEASONS HOTEL Tel: 603 2697 8888 www.grandseasonshotel.com

CORONADE HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR Tel: 603 2148 6888 www.coronade.com

HILTON KUALA LUMPUR Tel: 603 2264 2264 www.hilton.com

CORUS HOTEL Tel: 603 2161 8888 www.corushotelkl.com

HOLIDAY VILLA APARTMENT SUITES Kuala Lumpur Tel: 603 2179 9000 www. holidayvillaapartmentsuiteskl. com

CROWN REGENCY SERVICE APARTMENTS Tel: 603 2162 3888 www.crownregency.com.my CROWN PRINCESS KL Tel: 603 2162 5522 www.kl-hotels.com CROWNE PLAZA MUTIARA KUALA LUMPUR Tel: 603 2148 2322 www.crowneplazakl.com DORSETT REGENCY HOTEL Tel: 603 2716 1000 www.dorsettregency.com.my

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DOUBLETREE BY HILTON KUALA LUMPUR Tel: 603 2172 7272 www.doubletree.hiltom.com

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GRAND PLAZA PARKROYAL Tel: 603 2147 2318 www.parkroyalhotels.com

EQUATORIAL HOTEL Tel: 603 2161 7777 www.equatorial.com FEDERAL HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR Tel: 603 2148 9166 www.fhihotels.com GRAND CENTREPOINT HOTEL Tel: 603 2693 3988 www.kl-hotels.com

MANDARIN ORIENTAL Tel: 603 2380 8888 www.mandarinoriental.com MALURI HOTEL Tel: 603 9287 8833 www.hotelmaluri.com MAY TOWER HOTEL & SERVICES Tel: 603 2692 9298 www.maytower.com.my MAYA HOTEL Tel: 603 2711 8866 www.hotelmaya.com.my MELIA HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR Tel: 603 2785 2828 www.meliakualalumpur.com.my MICASA ALL SUITE HOTEL Tel: 603 2179 8000 www.micasahotel.com HOTEL MIDAH Tel: 603 2273 9999 www.midahhotelkl.com

HOTEL BRISDALE Tel: 603 2694 8833 www.brisdale.com.my

INTERCONTINENTAL HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR Tel: 603 2161 1111 www.intercontinental-kl.com.my

IMPERIAL HOTEL Tel: 603 2717 9900 www.starwoodhotels.com

NOVA HOTEL Tel: 603 2143 1818 www.novahtl.com

IMPIANA KLCC HOTEL & SPA Tel: 603 2147 1111 www.impiana.com

NOVOTEL CENTURY Tel: 603 2143 9898 www.centuryhotels.com

ISTANA HOTEL Tel: 603 2141 9988 www.hotelistana.com.my

NOVOTEL HYDRO MAJESTIC KUALA LUMPUR Tel: 603 2147 0888 www.novotel.com

JW MARRIOTT HOTEL Tel: 603 2715 9000 www.marriott.com

PACIFIC REGENCY HOTEL Tel: 603 2332 7777 $

KUALA LUMPUR INTERNATIONAL HOTEL Tel: 603 2692 9133 www.kl-internationalhotel.com

PEARL INTERNATIONAL HOTEL Tel: 603 7983 1111 www.pearl.com.my

LE MERIDIEN KUALA LUMPUR Tel: 603 2263 7888 www.lemeridienkualalumpur. com

PENINSULA RESIDENCE HOTEL Tel: 603 2084 1515 www.peninsula-residencekl.com

MANDARIN COURT Tel: 603 2273 9933 www.mandarincourthotel.com

THE PLAZA HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR Tel: 603 2692 9822 www.plazahotelkl.com

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PRINCE HOTEL & RESIDENCE KUALA LUMPUR Tel: 603 2170 8888 www.princehotel.com PUTERA HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR Tel: 603 4041 2232 QUALITY HOTEL CITY CENTRE Tel: 603 2693 9233 www.quality.com.my RADIUS INTERNATIONAL Tel: 603 2715 3888 www.radius-international.com RENAISSANCE HOTEL Tel: 603 2162 2233 www.marriott.com SENTRAL HOTEL Tel: 603 2272 6000 www.hotelsentral.com.my SERI CEMPAKA SERVICE SUITES Tel: 603 9289 6888 www.scss.com.my SHANGRI-LA HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR Tel: 603 2074 3325 www.shangri-la.com SRI PETALING HOTEL Tel: 603 9058 2323 www.hotelsripetaling.com.my STAR POINTS KUALA LUMPUR Tel: 603 2698 1866 www.starpointshotel.com

SWISS GARDEN HOTEL Tel: 603 2141 3333 www.swissgarden.com

THE ZONE ALL SUITES RESIDENCE ON THE PARK Tel: 603 2164 8000 www.zonhotel.com.my

HOTEL PURI MELAKA Tel: 606 282 5588 www.hotelpuri.com

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HOTEL SRI COSTA Tel: 606 281 6666 www.hotelsericosta.com

A’ FAMOSA RESORT HOTEL Tel: 606 552 0777 www.afamosa.com

KINGS HOTEL Tel: 606 231 3899 www.kingshotel.com.my

THE NOMAD SUCASA Tel: 603 4251 3833 www.thenomadsucasa.com

AIR KEROH D’VILLAGE RESORT Tel: 606 232 8000 www.dvillage.com.my

MAHKOTA HOTEL Tel: 606 281 2828 www.mahkotahotel.com.my

THE RITZ-CARLTON KUALA LUMPUR Tel: 603 2142 8000 www.ritzcarlton.com

ALDY HOTEL Tel: 606 283 3232 www.aldyhotel.com.my

THE LEGEND HOTEL & APARTMENTS Tel: 603 4042 9888 www.legendhotelkl.com THE MAPLE SUITE Tel: 603 2026 3333 www.maplesuite.com

THE ROYALE BINTANG Tel: 603 2143 9898 www.royale-bintang-hotel. com.my THE ROYALE CHULAN Tel: 603 2688 9688 www.theroyalechulan.com TRADERS HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR Tel: 603 2332 9888 www.shangri-la.com VISTANA HOTEL Tel: 603 4042 8000 www.vistanahotels.com THE WESTIN KUALA LUMPUR Tel: 603 2731 8333 www.westin.com

BAYVIEW HOTEL MELAKA Tel: 606 283 9888 www.bayviewhotels.com EQUATORIAL HOTEL MELAKA Tel: 606 282 8333 www.equatorial.com EVERLY RESORT HOTEL Tel: 606 315 1111 www.malacca.ws GRAND CONTINENTAL MELAKA Tel: 606 284 0088 www.malacca.com HOLIDAY INN MELAKA Tel: 606 285 9000 www.holidayinn.com HOTEL ORKID Tel: 606 282 5555 www.hotelorkidmelaka.com

MELAKA STRAITS HOTEL Tel: 606 2861 888 www.malaccastraitshotel.com MITC ANCASA HOTEL Tel: 606 231 7808 www.mitcancasahotel-melaka. com NAZA HOTEL Tel: 606 288 2288 www.nazahotel.com.my PUTERI RESORT AYER KEROH Tel: 606 232 3333 www.puteriresort.com RENAISSANCE MELAKA Tel: 606 284 8888 www.marriott.com SERI WARISAN RESORT Tel: 606 232 5211 www.marimari.com STRAITS MERIDIEN HOTEL Tel: 606 284 1166 www.straitsmeridien.com.my

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092/093 LISTING OF HOTELS THE EMPEROR HOTEL Tel: 606 284 0777 www.theemperorhotel.com

THE EAGLE RANCH RESORT Tel: 603 661 0495 www.eagleranch.com.my

THE LEGACY HOTEL Tel: 606 281 6868 www.legacymelaka.com

THE LEGEND WATER CHALETS Tel: 606 653 2000 www.legendwaterchalets. com.my

THE MAJESTIC MELAKA Tel: 603 2783 1098 www.majesticmalacca.com

.%'%2) 3%-"),!. ALLSON KLANA BANDAR BARU NILAI Tel: 606 799 8888 www.klana-allsonhotels.com ALLSON KLANA RESORT Tel: 606 762 7888 www.klanaresort.com.my ANCASA ALL SUITES RESORT & SPA PD Tel: 603 662 7288 www.ancasaresort.com AVILLION VILLAGE RESORT Tel: 606 647 6688 www.avillionportdickson.com CASA RACHADO MAA RESORT Tel: 606 662 5177 www.casarachadoresort.com CORUS PARADISE RESORT Tel: 606 647 7600 www.corusparadisepd.com DESA LAGOON RESORT Tel: 606 647 7515 www.desalagoon.com GUOMAN PORT DICKSON Tel: 606 662 7878 www.bjaya.com

THE REGENCY TANJUNG TUAN BEACH RESORT Tel: 606 647 3013/647 5340 www.theregency.com.my TIARA BEACH RESORT Tel: 606 662 8888 www.tbrt.com.my

FELDA RESIDENCE TEKAM Tel: 609 471 8300 www.feldaresidencetekampahang.com

RESORT HOTEL Tel: 603 211 1118 www.gentinghotels.com

FIRST WORLD HOTEL Tel: 603 6101 1118 www.rwgenting.com GENTING HOTEL Tel: 603 6102 2021 www.gentinghotels.net

0!(!.' AWANA GENTING HIGHLANDS GOLF & COUNTRY RESORT Tel: 603 6102 3010 / 603 6436 9000 www.awana.com.my

HERITAGE HOTEL, CAMERON HIGHLANDS Tel: 605 491 3888 www.heritage.com.my

BERJAYA TIOMAN BEACH RESORT Tel: 609 419 1100 www.berjayahotel.com BUKIT BENDERA RESORT Tel: 609 278 2828 www.ijm.com BUKIT TINGGI RESORT COLMAR Tel: 609 288 8888 www.berjayahotel.com CAMERON HIGHLANDS RESORT Tel: 605 491 1100 www.cameronhighlandsresort. com

GLORY BEACH RESORT Tel: 606 6516888 www.glorybeachresort.com.my NILAI SPRINGS RESORT Tel: 603 8502 208 www.nilaisprings.com.my

THE COOL POINT HOTEL Tel: 605 491 4914 www.cameronhighlands.com

PNB ILHAM RESORT Tel: 606 662 6800 www.ilhamresort.com

DE RHU BEACH RESORT KUANTAN Tel: 609 557 9000 www.derhu.com.my

SELESA BEACH RESORT Tel: 606 6474090 www.selesabeachresort.com

MUTIARA TAMAN NEGARA Tel: 609 266 3500 / 609 266 2200 www.mutiarahotels.com

GENTING VIEW RESORT Tel: 603 6102 2260/68 www.gentingview.com.my

CENTURY PINES RESORT Tel: 605 491 5115 / 605 451 5715 www.centurypinesresort.com

ROYALE ADELPHI Tel: 606 766 6666 www.royaladelphi.com

EQUATORIAL CAMERON HIGHLANDS Tel: 605 496 1777 www.equatorial.com

DUTA VILLAGE BEACH RESORT Tel: 609 544 7900 www.dutaresorts.com

HIGHLANDS HOTEL Tel: 603 610 2305 www.rwgenting.com HOLIDAY VILLA CHERATING Tel: 609 581 9500 www.holidayvillahotelcherating. com HOTEL DE’ LA FERNS Tel: 605 491 4888 www.hoteldelaferns.com.my HOTEL GRAND CONTINENTAL Tel: 609 515 8888 www.pahangtourism.com.my HYATT REGENCY KUANTAN Tel: 609 518 1234 www.kuantan.regency.hyatt. com IMPIANA RESORT CHERATING Tel: 609 581 9000 www.impianacherating.com JERANTUT HILL RESORT Tel: 609 267 2288 www.jhresort.com.my LE VILLAGE BEACH RESORT Tel: 609 544 7900 M.S.GARDEN HOTEL KUANTAN Tel: 609 511 8888 / 609 517 7899 www.msgarden.com.my

ROMPIN BEACH RESORT Tel: 609 414 3333 www.rbr.com.my ROSA PASADENA HOTEL Tel: 605 491 2288 www.pahangtourism.com.my SHAHZAN INN KUANTAN Tel: 609 513 6688 www.pahangtourism.com.my STRAWBERRY PARK RESORT Tel: 605 491 1166 www.strawberryparkresorts. com SUMMERSET COLONIAL HOTEL & VILLAS Tel: 609 414 1888 www.summerset.com.my SURIA CHERATING BEACH RESORT Tel: 609 581 9898 / 581 9012 / 581 9345 www.suriacheratingbeachresort. com SWISS-GARDEN RESORT & SPA Tel: 609 544 7333 www.swissgarden.com THE LAKE HOUSE Tel: 605 495 6152 www.lakehouse-cameron.com THE LEGEND RESORT CHERATING Tel: 609 581 9818 www.thelegendsresort-kuantan. com THEME PARK HOTEL Tel: 603 6102 2064 www.rwgenting.com

0%2!+ BUKIT MERAH LAKETOWN RESORT Tel: 605 890 8888 www.bukitmerahresort.com.my EXCELSIOR HOTEL Tel: 605 253 6666 www.hotelexcelsior.com.my

TRAVEL MALAYSIA LISTING OF HOTELS HERITAGE HOTEL IPOH Tel: 605 242 8888 www.heritage.com.my

PUTRA BRASMANA HOTEL Tel: 604 9855900 www.fauzan.my

HARD ROCK HOTEL Tel: 604 881 1711 www.penanghardrockhotels.net

IMPIANA HOTEL IPOH Tel: 605 255 5555 www.ipohhotels.impiana.com

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HOLIDAY INN RESORT Tel: 604 881 1601 www.holidayinnpenang.com HYDRO HOTEL Tel: 604 890 5999 www.hydrohotelpenang.com

LUMUT COUNTRY RESORT Tel: 605 683 5109 / 5009 www.lumutcountryresort.biz

BAYVIEW BEACH RESORT Tel: 604 881 2123 www.bayviewhotels.com

THE GURNEY RESORT HOTEL & RESIDENCE PENANG Tel: 604 370 7000 www.gurney-hotel.com.my THE NORTHAM ALL SUITE PENANG Tel: 604 370 1111 www.northam-hotel.com.my

BAYVIEW HOTEL GEORGETOWN Tel: 604 263 3161 www.bayviewhotels.com

JEREJAK RESORT & SPA Tel: 604 658 7111 www.jerejakresort.com

THE SUMMIT HOTEL Tel: 604 538 6666 www.summithotel.com.my

BERJAYA GEORGETOWN Tel: 604 227 7111 www.berjayahotel.com

HOTEL LONE PINE Tel: 604 886 8686 www.lonepinehotel.com

CASUARINA BEACH RESORT Tel: 604 881 1711 www.holidayaisa.com

HOTEL MALAYSIA Tel: 604 263 3311 www.hotelmalaysia.com.my

TANJUNG BUNGAH BEACH HOTEL Tel: 604 890 8808 www.tanjungbungahbeachhotel. com

CITITEL PENANG Tel: 604 370 1188 www.cititelpenang.com

HOTEL ROYAL PENANG Tel: 604 226 7888 www.hotelroyalpenang.com

COPTHORNE ORCHID HOTEL Tel: 604 892 3333 www.millenniumhotels.com

MUTIARA BEACH RESORT Tel: 604 885 2829 www.mutiarahotels.com

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NAZA HOTEL PENANG Tel: 604 890 9300 www.nazahotels.com

PALM GARDEN HOTEL Tel: 603 8943 2233 www.palmgarden.com.my

EASTIN HOTEL Tel: 604 612 1111 www.eastin.com

PARADISE SANDY BEACH RESORT Tel: 604 899 9999 www.paradisehotel.com

PUTRAJAYA MARRIOT HOTEL Tel: 603 8949 8888 www.marriottputrajaya.com

EQUATORIAL PENANG Tel: 604 632 7000 www.equatorial.com

PEARL VIEW HOTEL Tel: 604 398 9888 www.pearlviewhotel.com.my

HOTEL PULLMAN PUTRAJAYA LAKESIDE Tel : +603 88900000 www.pullmanputrajaya.com

EVERGREEN LAUREL Tel: 604 226 9988 www.evergreen-hotels.com

RED ROCK HOTEL Tel: 604 2266 060 www.redrockhotel-pg.com

THE ORIENT STAR RESORT LUMUT Tel: 605 683 3800 www.orientstar.com.my

FLAMINGO BY THE BEACH Tel: 04 892 7111

SHANGRI-LA RASA SAYANG RESORT Tel: 604 8811 811 www.shangri-la.com

THE SYUEN HOTEL Tel: 605 253 8889 www.syuenhotel.com.my

G HOTEL Tel: 604 238 0000 www.ghotel.com.my

TOWER REGENCY HOTEL & APARTMENTS Tel: 604 208 6888 www.towerregency.com.my

GOLDEN SANDS RESORT Tel: 604 886 1911 www.shangri-la.com

PANGKOR ISLAND BEACH RESORT Tel: 605 685 1091 www.pangkorislandbeach.com PANGKOR LAUT RESORT Tel: 605 699 1100 www.pangkorlautresort.com REGALODGE HOTEL Tel: 605 242 5555 www.regalodge.com.my SHERWOOD MARINA COVE Tel: 605 683 6666 www.marinacoveresort.com.my SWISS COURT HOLIDAY APARTMENT Tel: 605 6181133 www.swissgarden.com SWISS GARDEN RESORT & SPA DAMAI LAUT Tel: 605 684 3333 www.swissgarden.com TAIPING RESORT Tel: 605 883 6700 www.taipinggolfresort.com TELUK DALAM RESORT Tel: 605 685 5000 www.pangkorresorts.com

0%2,)3 HOTEL PUTRA PALACE KANGAR Tel: 604 976 7755 www.putrapalace.com.my

EASTERN & ORIENTAL Tel: 604 222 2000 www.e-o-hotel.com

GRAND CONTINENTAL PENANG Tel: 604 263 6688 www.ghihotels.com.my GRAND PLAZA PARK ROYAL Tel: 604 881 1133 www.parkroyalhotels.com

SHERATON PENANG Tel: 604 226 7888 www.sheraton.starwoodhotels. com SUNWAY HOTEL GEORGETOWN Tel: 604 229 9988 www.georgetown.sunwayhotels. com SUNWAY HOTEL SEBERANG JAYA Tel: 604 370 7788 www.sunwayhotels.com

TRADERS HOTEL Tel: 604 262 2622 www.shangri-la.com VISTANA HOTEL PENANG Tel: 604 646 8000 www.vistanahotels.com

SHANGRI-LA PUTRAJAYA Tel: 603 8887 8888 www.shangri-la.com

3!"!( @EASE BOUTIQUE HOTEL Tel: 6089 240 888 www.marimari.com 2 IN 1 BOUTIQUE HOTEL Tel: 6089 202 121 www.sabahtourism.com BELMOUNT MARCO POLO HOTEL Tel: 6089 777 988 www.sabahhotels.net BERINGGIS BEACH RESORT Tel: 6088 752 333 www.beringgis.com

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094/095 LISTING OF HOTELS

BEVERLY HOTEL Tel: 6088 258 998 www.vhhotels.com BORNEO DIVERS MABUL RESORT Tel: 6089 797 088 www.borneodivers.info BUNGA RAYA ISLAND RESORT & SPA Tel: 6088 27100 www.gayana-eco-resort.com CELYN HOTEL CITY MALL Tel: 6088 527 800 www.celyns.com

HOTEL PERKASA MT. KINABALU Tel: 6088 214 142 / 889 511 www.perkasahotel.com.my HOTEL SANDAKAN Tel: 6089 221 122 www.hotelsandakan.com.my HOTEL SEAFEST Tel: 6089 782 333 www.seafesthotel.com HOTEL SHANGRI-LA KOTA KINABALU Tel: 6088 212 800 www.kkshang.com

DAMAI PURI SPA & RESORT Tel: 6082 846 900 www.damaipurirsort.com

HOTEL IMPERIAL Tel: 6085 431 133 www.imperialhotel.com.my

EASTWOOD VALLEY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Tel: 6085 421 010 www.eastwoodvalley.com

HOTEL KINGWOOD SIBU Tel: 6084 335 888

FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON Tel: 6082 280 888 www.starwoodhotels.com

KINGWOOD INN KUCHING Tel: 6082 330 888 www.sarawaktourism.com KINGWOOD RESORT MUKAH Tel: 6084 873 888 www.sarawaktourism.gov.my

GRAND MARGHERITA HOTEL Tel: 6082 423 111 www.grandmargherita.com

KUCHING PARK HOTEL Tel: 6082 239 888 www.kuchingparkhotel.com.my

HYATT REGENCY KINABALU Tel: 6088 221 234 www.kinabalu.regency.hyatt. com

GRAND PALACE HOTEL Tel: 6085 428 888 www.grandpalacehotel.com

MEGA HOTEL MIRI Tel: 6085 432 432 www.megahotel.com.my

IMPERIAL BOUTEC HOTEL Tel: 6088 525 969 www.imperialboutec.com

HARBOUR VIEW HOTEL Tel: 6082 274 666 www.harbourview.com.my

MERDEKA PALACE HOTEL & SUITE Tel: 6082 258 000 www.merdekapalace.com

IMPERIAL INTERNATIONAL HOTEL Tel: 6088 522 888 www.imperialkk.com

HILTON BATANG AI LONGHOUSE RESORT Tel: 6083 584 388 www.hilton.com

JUTA HOTEL Tel: 6087 337 888 www.sabah.com.my

HILTON KUCHING Tel: 6082 248 200 www.hilton.com

KG RESORT Tel: 6088 787 799 www.clubsabah.com

HOLIDAY INN KUCHING Tel: 6082 423 111 www.holidayinn.com

HOTEL GRAND BORNEO Tel: 6088 526 888 www.grandborneohotel.com

KING PARK HOTEL Tel: 6088 270 500 www.kk.kingparkhotel.com.my

HOLIDAY INN RESORT DAMAI www.holidayinn.com

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HOTEL PERKASA KENINGAU Tel: 6087 331 045 www.perkasahotel.com.my

DORMANI HOTEL Tel: 6082 242 222 www.dormanihotel.com

HOLIDAY INN RESORT LAGOON Tel: 6082 846 900 www.holidayinn.com

CELYN RESORT KINABALU Tel: 6088 247763 www.celyns.com CLUB SABAH GOLF & BEACH Tel: 6088 787 799 www.clubsabah.com COURTYARD HOTEL Tel: 6088 528 228 www.courtyardhotelborneo.com GAYANA ECO RESORT Tel: 6088 271 098 www.gayana-eco-resort.com HOTEL DE LEON Tel: 6089 881 222 HOTEL EMAS Tel: 6089 762 000 www.hotelemas.com

MIRI MARRIOT RESORT & SPA Tel: 6085 421 121 www.marriott.com NEW WORLD SUITES Tel: 6086 331 122 www.newworldsuites.net PARK CITY EVERLY HOTEL Tel: 6085 418 888 / 440 228 www.everlyhotel.com PENVIEW INN HOTEL Tel: 6082 341 200 www.penviewhotel.com PREMIER HOTEL Tel: 6084 323 222 www.premierh.com.my

TRAVEL MALAYSIA LISTING OF HOTELS PURNAMA HOTEL Tel: 6085 216 700 www.purnamatimbang.com THE PARAMOUNT HOTEL Tel: 6084 331 122 www.paramountsibu.com THE REGENCY PELAGUS RESORT Tel: 6084 799 050 www.theregency.com.my THE REGENCY PLAZA HOTEL Tel: 6086 335 111 www.theregency.com.my

CONCORDE INN - KLIA Tel: 603 8783 3118 www.sepang. concordehotelsresorts.com

MINES WELLNESS HOTEL Tel: 603 8943 6688 www.mineswellnesshotel. com.my

CRYSTAL CROWN HARBOUR VIEW Tel: 603 3165 4422 www.crystalcrown.com.my

MUTIARA KLANG, HOTEL Tel: 603 343 7171

CRYSTAL CROWN HOTEL Tel: 603 6259 4422 www.crystalcrown.com.my CYBERVIEW LODGE RESORT & SPA Tel: 603 8312 7000 www.cyberview-lodge.com

ONE WORLD HOTEL Tel: 603 7681 1111 www.oneworldhotel.com.my ORIENTAL CRYSTAL HOTEL Tel: 603 8739 1888 www.orientalcrystalhotel.com PALACE BEACH RESORT & SPA Tel: 603 8943 6688 www.palacebeachresortspa.com

REGENCY RAJAH COURT HOTEL Tel: 6082 484 799 www.theregency.com.my

DE PALMA AMPANG Tel: 603 4270 7070 www.depalmahotel.com

RH HOTEL Tel: 6084 365 888 www.rhhotels.com.my

EASTIN HOTEL Tel: 603 7665 1111 www.eastin.com

PALACE OF THE GOLDEN HORSES Tel: 603 8943 2333 www.palaceofthegoldenhorses. com.my

CROWN PLAZA RIVERSIDE KUCHING Tel: 6082 247 777 www.riversidemajestic.com

EMPRESS HOTEL SEPANG Tel: 603 8706 7777 www.empresshotelsepang.com

PYRAMID TOWER HOTEL Tel: 603 7492 8000 www.sunwayhotels.com

EQUATORIAL BANGI Tel: 603 8210 2222 www.equatorial.com

QUALITY HOTEL SHAH ALAM Tel: 603 5510 3696 www.quality.com.my

ROYAL MULU RESORT Tel: 6085 792 388 www.royalmuluresot.com SANTUBONG KUCHING RESORT Tel: 6082 846 888 www.santubongresort.com SOMERSET GATEWAY Tel: 673 7108 497 www.somerset.com TANAHMAS HOTEL Tel: 6084 333 188 www.tanahmas.com.my TELANG USAN HOTEL Tel: 6082 415 588 www.telangusan.com

3%,!.'/2 ARMADA HOTEL PETALING JAYA Tel: 603 7954 6888 www.armada.com.my CONCORDE HOTEL SHAH ALAM Tel: 603 5512 2200 www.shahalam. concordehotelsresorts.com

FLAMINGO HOTEL Tel: 603 4563 288 GRAND BLUEWAVE HOTEL Tel: 603 5313 3888 / 5511 8811 www.bluewavehotels.com HILTON PETALING JAYA Tel: 603 755 9122 www.hilton.com HOLIDAY INN GLENMARIE Tel: 603 703 1000 www.holidayinn.com HOLIDAY VILLA SUBANG Tel: 603 5633 8788 www.holidayvillasubang.com HYATT REGENCY SAUJANA Tel: 603 746 1234 www.hyatt.com INTEKMA RESORT & CONVENTION CENTRE Tel: 603 5522 5000 www.intekmaresort.com.my METRO INN KAJANG Tel: 603 8737 5555 www.metrokajang.com.my

RESIDENCE HOTEL @ UNITEN Tel: 603 8922 2088 www.residenceatuniten.com SAUJANA KL Tel: 603 7843 1234 www.thesaujanahotel.com SHAH’S VILLAGE HOTEL Tel: 603 7956 9322 www.shahsresorts.com SHERATON SUBANG HOTEL & TOWER Tel: 603 5031 6060 www.sheraton.com/subang SINGGAHSANA HOTEL Tel: 603 7956 2100 www.hspj.com.my SUNWAY LAGOON RESORT HOTEL Tel: 603 582 8000 www.sunwaylagoonhotels.com THE ROYALE BINTANG DAMANSARA Tel: 603 7843 1111 www.royalebintang.com.my

THE VILLAS Tel: 603 7492 8000 www.sunwayhotels.com UITM HOTEL Tel: 603 5519 2069/78/75

4%2%.''!.5 AWANA KIJAL GOLF BEACH & SPA Tel: 609 864 1188 www.awana.com.my BERJAYA REDANG BEACH RESORT Tel: 609 630 8888 www.berjayahotel.com GEM BEACH RESORT Tel: 609 669 5910 www.gembeach.net GEM ISLAND RESORT & SPA Tel: 609 612 5110 / 609 688 2505 www.gemisland.com.my GRAND CONTINENTAL KUALA TERENGGANU Tel: 609 625 1888 www.ghihotels.com.my KENYIR LAKE VIEW RESORT TERENGGANU Tel: 609 666 8888 / 609 626 2020 www.kenyirlake.com MERANG SURIA RESORT Tel: 609 653 1600 / 609 653 1602 www.merangsuriaresort.com PERMAI INN Tel: 609 622 2122 www.permaihotelkt.com.my PRIMULA BEACH RESORT Tel: 609 622 2100 www.primulaparkroyal.com RESIDENCE RESORT PAKA TERENGGANU Tel: 609 827 3366 www.residence.com.my RUMBIA RESORT VILLA Tel: 609 827 2020 www.rumbiaresort.com SUTERA BEACH RESORT Tel: 609 653 1111 www.sutrabeachresort.com TANJUNG JARA RESORT Tel: 09-845 1100 www.tanjongjararesort.com

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096/097 TOURISM MALAYSIA OFFICES OVERSEAS OFFICES AUSTRALIA Perth Ground Floor, 56 William Street, Perth WA 6000, Australia Tel: 00 61 8 9481 0400 Fax: 00 61 8 9321 1421 E-mail: mtpb.perth@tourism.gov.my / tourmal@iinet.net.au www.tourismmalaysia.com.au

HEAD OFFICE MALAYSIA TOURISM PROMOTION BOARD (Ministry of Tourism, Malaysia) 9th Floor, No. 2, Tower 1, Jalan P5/6, Precinct 5, 62200 Putrajaya, Malaysia Tel: 603 8891 8000 Tourism Infoline 1 300 88 5050 (within Malaysia only) Fax: 603 8891 8999 E-mail: enquiries@tourism.gov.my www.tourismmalaysia.gov.my

STATE OFFICES JOHOR L3-26, Aras 3, JOTIC Building 2, Jalan Ayer Molek 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor Tel: 607 222 3590 / 3591 Fax: 607 223 5502 E-mail: mtpbjhb@tourism.gov.my KEDAH Kompleks Pelancongan Negeri Kedah Seksyen 20, Jalan Raja, 05000 Alor Setar, Kedah Tel: 604 731 2322 / 730 1322 Fax: 604 734 0322 E-mail: mtpbkdh@tourism.gov.my KELANTAN Ground Floor, Kampung Kraftangan, Jalan Hilir Balai 15300 Kota Bharu, Kelantan Tel: 609 747 7554 Fax: 609 747 8010 E-mail: mtpb.kelantan@tourism. gov.my MELAKA Lot 02, Ground Floor Bangunan Lembaga Tabung Haji Jalan Banda Kaba, 75000 Melaka Tel: 606 288 3304 / 3785 / 1549 Fax: 606 286 9804 E-mail: mtpb.melaka@tourism. gov.my NEGERI SEMBILAN 1st Floor, Seremban Plaza, Jalan Dato’ Muda Linggi 70100 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan Tel: 606 763 5388 / 762 2388 / 4488 Fax: 606 763 8428 E-mail: mtpb.negerisembilan@ tourism.gov.my PAHANG Lot G.01, Mahkota Square Jalan Mahkota, 25000 Kuantan, Pahang Tel: 609 517 7111 / 7112 / 7115 Fax: 609 517 7114 E-mail: mtpb.pahang@tourism.gov.my

PENANG No. 11, Lebuh Pantai, 10300 George Town, Penang Tel: 604 261 0058 / 263 4941 Fax: 604 262 3688 E-mail: mtpbpen@tourism.gov.my PERAK No. 12, Medan Istana 2, Bandar Ipoh Raya, 30000 Ipoh, Perak Tel: 605 255 9962 / 2772 / 1012 Fax: 605 253 2194 E-mail: mtpbperak@tourism.gov.my PERLIS No 19, Ground Floor, Jalan Pengkalan Indah, Pengkalan Asam, 01000 Kangar, Perlis Tel: 604 978 1235 / 1213 Fax: 604 978 1143 E-mail: mtpb.perlis@tourism.gov.my SABAH Lot 1-0-7, Ground Floor, Block 1, Lorong Api-Api 1, Api-Api Center, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Tel: 6088 211 732 / 248 698 / 242 064 Fax: 6088 241 764 E-mail: mtpbbki@tourism.gov.my SARAWAK Parcel 297-2-1, Level 2, Riverbank Suites, Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak Tel: 6082 246 575 / 775 Fax: 6082 246 442 E-mail: mtpbkch@tourism.gov.my SELANGOR/PUTRAJAYA 6th Floor, Wisma PKPS, Persiaran Perbandaran Seksyen 14, 40675 Shah Alam, Selangor Tel: 603 5510 9100 Fax: 603 5510 9101 E-mail: mtpbselangor@tourism. gov.my TERENGGANU No. 11, Ground & First Floors, Pusat Niaga Paya Keladi, Jalan Kampung Daik, 20000 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu Tel: 609 630 9433 / 9093 Fax: 609 630 9091 E-mail: mtpbkt@tourism.gov.my

Sydney Level 2, 171 Clarence Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia Tel: 00 61 2 9299 4441 Fax: 00 61 2 9262 2026 E-mail: malaysia@malaysiatourism. com.au www.tourismmalaysia.com.au BRUNEI High Commission of Malaysia Unit No 1.14 - 1.15, First Floor, The Rizqun International Hotel, Gadong BE3519 Brunei Darussalam Tel: 00 673 238 1575 / 1576 Fax: 00 673 238 1584 E-mail: mtpb.brunei@tourism.gov.my CANADA 1590-1111, West Georgia Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada V6E 4M3 Tel: 00 1 60 4689 8899 Fax: 00 1 60 4689 8804 E-mail: mtpb.vancouver@tourism. gov.my / info@tourismmalaysia.ca www.tourismmalaysia.ca CHINA Beijing Tourism Section, Embassy of Malaysia, Room 506 - 507, Air China Plaza, No. 36, Xiaoyun Road, Chaoyang District Beijing 100027, People’s Republic of China Tel: 00 86 10 8447 5056 Fax: 00 86 10 8447 5798 E-mail: mtpb.beijing@tourism.gov.my www.tourismmalaysia.cn Guangzhou Consulate General of Malaysia (Tourism Section) Unit 3216, 32nd Floor, ‡>(>‡ ƒ Q ( No. 233, Tianhe Bei Road, Guangzhou 510610, People’s Republic of China Tel : 00 86 20 3877 3691 Fax :00 86 20 3877 3692 E-mail: mtpb.guangzhou@tourism. gov.my www.tourismmalaysia.cn Shanghai Consulate General of Malaysia (Tourism Section) Unit 1109, Level 11, CITIC Square, 1168 Nanjing Road West, Jing An District, Shanghai 200041, People’s Republic of China

Tel: 00 86 21 5292 5252 ext 201 / 205 / 206 / 207 Fax: 00 86 21 5292 5948 E-mail: mtpb.shanghai@tourism. gov.my www.tourismmalaysia.cn FRANCE Paris 29 rue des Pyramides, 75001 Paris, France Tel: 00 33 1 429 741 71 Fax: 00 33 1 429 741 69 E-mail: mtpb.paris@tourism.gov.my GERMANY Frankfurt Weissfrauenstrasse 12 - 16 D-60311, Frankfurt am Main, Germany Tel: 00 49 69 460 923 420 Fax: 00 49 69 460 923 499 E-mail: mtpb.frankfurt@tourism. gov.my / info@tourismmalaysia.de www.tourismmalaysia.de HONG KONG Ground Floor, Malaysia Building 47-50 Gloucester Road, Hong Kong Tel: 00 85 2 2528 5810 / 5811 Fax: 00 85 2 2865 4610 E-mail: mtpb.hongkong@tourism. gov.my www.tourismmalaysia.com.hk INDIA Chennai 4th Floor, Vijaya Towers, No. 4, Kodambakkam High Road, Chennai 600034, Republic of India Tel: 00 91 44 4506 8080 / 8181 / 8282 Fax: 00 91 44 4506 8383 E-mail: mtpb.chennai@tourism.gov.my www.malaysiajao.com Mumbai 123, Jolly Maker Chamber II, 12th Floor, Nariman Point, Mumbai 400021, Republic of India Tel: 00 91 22 6635 2085 Fax: 00 91 22 6639 0702 E-mail: mtpb.mumbai@tourism.gov.my www.malaysiajao.com New Delhi C 3/13, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi 110057, Republic of India Tel: 00 91 11 4601 1677 (DL) / 1674 (GL) Fax: 00 91 11 4601 1676 E-mail: mtpb.newdelhi@tourism. gov.my www.malaysiajao.com INDONESIA Jakarta c/o Consulate General of Malaysia Jalan H.R Rasuna Said, Kav.x/6, No. 1-3, Kuningan, Jakarta Selatan 12950, Republic of Indonesia Tel: 00 62 21 522 0765 / 4947 Fax: 00 62 21 522 0766 E-mail: mtpb.jakarta@tourism.gov.my Medan c/o Consulate General of Malaysia 43, Jalan Diponegoro, 20152 Medan, Sumatera Utara, Republic of Indonesia

TM OFFICES TOURISM MALAYSIA OFFICES Tel: 00 62 61 452 3192 Fax: 00 62 61 452 3179 E-mail: mtpb.medan@tourism.gov.my ITALY Milan Via Privata della Passarella 4, 20122 Milan, Italy Tel: 00 39 02 796 702 Fax: 00 39 02 796 806 E-mail: mtpb.milan@tourism.gov.my / info@turismomalesia.it www.turismomalesia.it JAPAN Osaka 10th Floor, Cotton Nissay Building, 1-8-2 Otsubo-Honmachi, Nishi-ku Osaka 550-0004, Japan Tel: 00 81 66 444 1220 Fax: 00 81 66 444 1380 E-mail: mtpb.osaka@tourism.gov.my www.tourismmalaysia.or.jp Tokyo 5F Chiyoda Building, 1-6-4 Yurakucho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0006, Japan Tel: 00 81 33 501 8691 / 8694 Fax: 00 81 33 501 8692 E-mail: mtpb.tokyo@tourism.gov.my www.tourismmalaysia.or.jp KOREA Seoul (2nd Hansan Bldg., Seosomun-dong) 115, Seosomun-Ro, Chung-Gu Seoul 100-813, Republic of Korea Tel: 00 82 2779 4422 / 4251 Fax: 00 82 2779 4254 E-mail: mtpb.seoul@tourism.gov.my www.mtpb.co.kr NETHERLANDS The Hague c/o Embassy of Malaysia Rustenburgweg 2, 2517 KE, The Hague, Netherlands Tel: 00 31 70 350 6506 Fax: 00 31 70 350 6536 Regus, The Hague Equinox, 3rd Floor, Jan Pieterszoon, Coenstraat 7, 2595 WP Den Haag, Netherlands Tel: 00 31 70 799 9172 / 9173 Fax: 00 31 70 799 9370 E-mail: mail@tourism-malaysia.nl NEW ZEALAND Auckland Level 10, DLA Phillips Fox Tower, 205-209, Queen Street, Auckland 1010, New Zealand Tel: 00 64 9 309 6290 Fax: 00 64 9 309 6292 www.tourismmalaysia.co.nz PHILIPPINES Manila Embassy of Malaysia ( ˆ( ) ‰ 16th Floor, Picadilly Star Building, 4th Avenue, Corner 27th Street, Bonifacio Global City (BGC), 1634 Taguig City, Philippines Tel: 00 632 846 2697 Fax: 00 632 846 1213 E-mail: mtpb.manila@tourism. gov.my

RUSSIA Moscow c/o Embassy of Malaysia, Moslmovskaya Ulitsa 50, Moscow 117192, Russian Federation Tel: 00 7 495 933 5748 / 5747 Fax: 00 7 495 933 5749 E-mail: mtpb.moscow@tourism. gov.my www.tourismmalaysia.ru SAUDI ARABIA Jeddah 2nd Floor (upper parking), Mega Business Centre, ; ) ( ; c/o Consulate General of Malaysia (Tourism Section) P O Box 593, Jeddah 21421 Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Tel: 00 966 2 286 7333 Fax: 00 966 2 286 7444 E-mail: mtpb.jeddah@tourism.gov.my SINGAPORE #01-01B/C/D, No. 80, Robinson Road Singapore 068898 Tel: 00 69 6532 6321 / 6351 Fax: 00 69 6535 6650 E-mail: mtpb.singapore@tourism. gov.my SOUTH AFRICA Johannesburg 1st Floor, Building 5, Commerce Square, 39, Rivonia Road, Sandhurst Johannesburg, South Africa Tel: 00 27 11 268 0292 / 0295 Fax: 00 27 11 268 0296 E-mail: mtpb.johannesburg@tourism. gov.my SWEDEN Stockholm Klarabergsgatan 35, 2tr, Box 131, Stockholm 10122, Sweden Tel: 00 46 8 249 900 Fax: 00 46 8 242 324 E-mail: mtpb.stockholm@tourism. gov.my www.malaysia.se TAIWAN Taipei Suite C, 8th Floor, Hung Tai Centre, 170 Tun Hwa North Road, Taipei, Taiwan Tel: 00 88 62 2514 9704 / 9734 Fax: 00 88 62 2514 9973 E-mail: mtpb.taipei@tourism.gov.my www.promotemalaysia.com.tw THAILAND Bangkok Unit 1, 3rd Floor, Zuellig House, 1-7, Silom Road, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500, Thailand Tel: 00 662 636 3380 - 3 Fax: 00 662 636 3384 E-mail: mtpb.bangkok@tourism.gov.my www.sawasdeemalaysia.com Phuket 98/2 Sino South Building, Krabi Road Amphur Muang, Phuket, 83000 Thailand Tel: 00 667 622 0192 / 0193 Fax: 00 667 622 0196 E-mail : mtpb.phuket@tourism.gov.my tmphuket@gmail.com

TURKEY Istanbul Harman Sokak, Hamanci Giz Plaza, No.5, Floor:20, 34393 Esentepe, Sisli, Istanbul, Turkey Tel : 00 902 12 284 4436 Fax: 00 902 12 284 4437 UNITED ARAB EMIRATES Dubai Lot 3, Ground Floor (facing Zabeel Road) Al Safeena Building, Oud Mehta, Near Lamcy Plaza, P.O Box 124096, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Tel: 00 971 4337 7578 / 7579 Fax: 00 971 4335 3318 E-mail: mtpb.dubai@tourism.gov.my UNITED KINGDOM London 57 Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DU, United Kingdom Tel: 00 44 2 079 307 932 Fax: 00 44 2 079 309 015 E-mail: info@tourism-malaysia.co.uk UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Los Angeles 818 West 7th Street, Suite 970, Los Angeles, CA 90017, United States of America Tel: 00 1 213 689 9702 Fax: 00 1 213 689 1530 E-mail: mtpb.la@tourism.gov.my www.tourismmalaysiausa.com New York 120 East 56th Street, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10022, United States of America Tel: 00 1 212 754 1113 Fax: 00 1 212 754 1116 E-mail:mtpb@aol.com www.tourismmalaysiany.com VIETNAM Hanoi Embassy of Malaysia ˆ( ) ‰ Unit 401, 4th Floor, HCO Building Melia Centre, 44B Ly Thuong Kiet Street Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi Social Republic of Vietnam Tel: 00 844 3734 3837 / 3938 8464 Fax: 00 844 3734 4679 E-mail: mtpb.hanoi@tourism.gov.my

MARKETING REPRESENTATIVES BANGLADESH Dhaka d/a Malaysian High Commission in Bangladesh House No. 19, Road No. 6 Baridhara, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh Tel: 00 880 2882 7759 / 7760 / 2885 8394 Fax: 00 880 2882 7761 / 3115

CAMBODIA Phnom Penh c/o Embassy of Malaysia 220-222, Preah Norodom Boulevard, Sangkat Tonle Bassac, Khan Chamkarmorn, Phnom Penh, Cambodia Tel: 00 855 2322 1593 Fax: 00 855 2322 1594 E-mail: tourismmalaysia@online. com.kh CHINA Chengdu % •– ( ( Shangri-La Centre, 9 Bingjiang Road (East), Chengdu 610021 People’s Republic of China ( — ˜˜ –™š– ™™˜™ ›šœ˜ � ~ — ˜˜ 8628 6606 5231 IRAN Tehran Malaysia Embassy in Tehran No.6, Changizi St., Alef St. Mahmoodieh St., Tehran, Iran, P.O.Box 1986673654 Tel: 0098 21 2621 9055 / 9056 Fax: 0098 21 2204 6628 IRELAND Dublin Level 3A Shelbourne House, Shelbourne Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, Republic of Ireland Tel: 00 353 1 237 6242 / 6243 E-mail: info@tourismmalaysiadublin.com KAZAKHSTAN Almaty c/o Embassy of Malaysia 9A Rubinshtein Str., 050051 Almaty, Republic of Kazakhstan Tel: 00 7 727 333 4485 / 4487 Fax: 00 7 727 837 0333 LAOS Vientiane c/o Embassy of Malaysia 23 Sing Ha Rd, Phonexay, P.O.Box 789, Vientiane, Lao P.D.R, Tel: 00 85 6 2141 4205 / 4206 Fax: 00 85 6 2141 4201 E-mail: mtpb.laos@tourism.gov.my / mtpbvte_laos@yahoo.com VIETNAM Ho Chi Minh City Consulate General of Malaysia ˆ( ) ‰ Mezzanine Floor, Pasteur Tower, 139 Pasteur Street, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, Socialist Republic of Vietnam Tel: 00 848 3825 8011 / 8036 Fax: 00 848 3825 8037 E-mail: mtpb.hochiminh@tourism. gov.my

SHOPPING MALAYSIA GUIDEBOOK

098/099 CREDITS

We would like to thank the following parties for their cooperation in contributing images and allowing the Shopping Malaysia Secretariat to carry out photography activities at their premises: Sutera Harbour Resort Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Tel: +60 88 318 888 Nexus Karambunai Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Tel: +60 88 411 222 Valiram Group Tel: +603 2380 9888 Royal Guest House Kota Bharu, Kelantan Tel: +609 743 0008

Kelantan Delights Tel: +603 5611 7845 Mandara Spa Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Tel: +60 88 303 680 CHI, the Spa Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Tel: +60 88 327 888 Kang Boon Ang Persatuan Wayang Kulit Cindayu, Kota Bharu Kelantan Tel: +6019 981 2905

Mohd Yasim Hj Yaacob Kumpulan Muzik Etnik Tempaye Guri, Kelantan Tel: +6013 954 7217 Zandi Norhanida Annol Hamin Penampang, Kadazandusun Cultural Association (KDCA), Sabah +6019 871 1887

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