Malaysia Travel Guide - Labuan by Jacky Chong

Pejabat Kementerian Pelancongan Malaysia WP Labuan I BR B R T AT K• A U B SE SH E B• AU • E A R

Ministry of Tourism Malaysia

Kompleks Sukan Laut Antarabangsa Labuan, Peti Surat 80753, 87008 Wilayah Persekutuan Labuan Tel: 6087-422 600 Fax: 6087-419 622 Website: www.labuantourism.gov.my

10 Tourism Icons of Labuan • ጩ᫖ ܷ஺ຣಕং

United Nation (UN’08) Beach

Islands & Marine Park

Sensational Diving Sites

Malaysia’s Only Water Village Homestay

Mystery Chimney

World War II Memorial

Peace Park & Surrender Point

Labuan Museum

Duty Free Shopping

Glorious Sunset

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icons of Labuan A triangular shaped island and six smaller islands make up Labuan. The island is facing the South China Sea, and situated south west of the state of Sabah and north of Brunei Bay. The name “Labuan” comes from the Malay word “labuhan” (or “pelabuhan”) which means port. Labuan is well known for its International Offshore Financial Centre. From world-class resorts and white sandy beaches to broadband telecommunications, Labuan has become a popular island resort. For the more adventurous visitors, they can rent water taxis to visit the water villages, experience the life of the indigenous Brunei ethnic sail out to the deep blue sea into the ocean and go wrecks diving.

纳闽是由一个三角形的大岛及6个较小的岛所组成。纳闽是沙巴州西南部对面的其中一个岛，位于汶莱海湾的北部，面向南中国海。纳闽的原意为‘停泊处’，是由港口(Pelabuhan)这个字演变而成的。纳闽是个著名的国际金融免税中心。从国际级度假村及幽静的海滩到卫星电讯，它已成为一个热门的岛屿度假村。只要在纳闽租一辆水上德士，您便可以游览水上村庄及亲身体验卡达山人的生活，并且航行于令人眩目的蓝色海水之间，探索海船残骸等。

Fast fact 资讯一点通 approximately 95 km2 约95平方公里

Bus and taxi are readily available to take you anywhere around Labuan. 在纳闽岛上，您可乘搭公共巴士或计程车周游纳闽岛。

approximately 87,600 约 8 万 7 千 6 百人

There are high speed, air-conditional ferries from Sabah, Sarawak and Brunei daily. 沙巴、砂拉越及汶莱都有高速渡轮前往纳闽岛。 Pejabat Kementerian Pelancongan Malaysia WP Labuan Kompleks Sukan Laut Antarabangsa Labuan, Peti Surat 80753, 87008 Wilayah Persekutuan Labuan, Malaysia.

North of Brunei Bay and facing the South China Sea 汶莱的北部，面对着南中国海 Around February to July 二月至七月期间 You can fly directly from Kuala Lumpur, Kota Kinabalu and Miri to Labuan Island. 您可从吉隆坡、哥打京那巴鲁(亚庇市)及美里乘搭飞机前往纳闽岛。

+6 (087) 422 600 +6 (087) 419 622 www.labuantourism.gov.my

International Business & Financial Centre (IBFC)

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ABOUT LABUAN HISTORY 历史 Labuan Town 纳闽市

TRANSPORTATION 交通 Malaysian Airlines, Air Asia and MASwings provide daily direct flights from Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu to Labuan. High-speed air-conditioned ferries provide daily services to Labuan from Sabah, Sarawak and Brunei. Fares of buses and taxis on the island are fixed and standardised. Car rental services are also easily available. Tourists can opt to drive their rented vehicles or be chauffeured around in limousines. 马来西亚航空公司（马航），亚洲航空公司（亚航）和 MASwings 每天都有直透班机从吉隆坡及哥打京那芭鲁飞往纳闽。此外，还有空调渡轮从沙巴、砂拉越及汶莱往返纳闽。在岛上，巴士及德士的收费都是统一的。游客也可选择租借汽车或雇佣司机驾驶大型豪华轿车游览岛上风光。

Labuan was once part of the kingdom of Brunei. The Brunei Sultanate ceded the island to the British in 1840. The British had plans to make Labuan a naval base and a re-fuelling depot. Resulting from the Japanese Occupation during World War II, Labuan went under the rule of Japan from 1942 to 1945. After the war, the island was returned to the British. In 1963, Labuan, together with the states of Sabah and Sarawak, became independent by joining the Federation of Malaysia. On the 16th of April 1984, Labuan was proclaimed a Federal Territory of Malaysia. In 1990, Labuan officially became an International Offshore Financial Centre. 纳闽早期是汶莱的属地。1846年，汶莱把纳闽割让给英国，进而被英国发展成为蒸汽船的加添燃料站。 1942年至1945年，纳闽由日本统治。世界第二次大战后，统治权又回到英国手中。 1963年，纳闽连同沙巴及砂拉越参与马来西亚联盟后宣布独立。1984年4月16日，大马联邦政府正式宣布纳闽成为马来西亚的联邦直辖区。1990年，纳闽正式成为国际金融免税中心。

ECONOMY 经济 On its early history, mining activities were Labuan’s main economic activities. Today, business opportunities ranging from financial to tourist related industries are created in Labuan. The government encourages collaboration between local and foreign partners in developing the island. Other fast growing sectors include banking and finance, tourism and education. 在其早期的历史中，纳闽的经济活动与煤矿业息息相关。如今，纳闽拥有许多商业机会，不论是各种金融活动，还是与旅游业系系相关的各大中小型工业，马来西亚政府都欢迎本地与外国投资家以联营方式参与该岛的建设。而其它的行业如银行与金融业、旅游业与服务业也正在蓬勃发展。

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UNITED NATION BEACH (UN’08 BEACH) 联合国海滩

Pancur Hitam Beach

The 9km beach stretch from Batu Manikar Beach to Sg. Miri Beach won the Clean Beach Award from United Nation Environment Program at Pattaya, Thailand through the 2nd COBSEA Marine Litter Workshop and Clean Up Campaign 2008. The prestigious award is well-deserved as every morning municipal council workers can be seen hard at work cleaning the beach from any rubbish and debris. 长达9公里的 Batu Manikar 海滩至 Sg. Miri 海滩获得由联合国环境活动主办的第二届东亚海清洁海滩运动的清洁海滩奖项。这项奖项是当之无愧的，因每天早上可看见市政局的工人努力地在清理垃圾。 From Batu Manikar Beach to Sg. Miri Beach is also known as the UN’08 Beach. It is a great place to view such a sunset. It is a fabulously long stretch of beach fringed with casuarinas and coconut trees. A footpath circles most parts of the beach for the convenience of joggers and casual walkers, shaded naturally by the many trees. It’s a definite incentive for health buffs to exercise out there with the fresh air, breeze and fantastic view. 从Batu Manikar海滩到Sg. Miri海滩已被命为联合国海滩。它是观赏日落的好地方。这是一个长长的海滩，有椰子树摇曳着。一个海滩大部分地区有阴凉的树木，适合慢跑和休闲散步。这里适合健康爱好者，不但能呼吸新鲜的空气、微风迎面吹来，更有美妙景色供您欣赏。

Batu Manikar Beach

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The most developed beaches in Labuan, Pancur Hitam Beach is a beautiful landscaped park extends directly onto the long sandy beach. On the south of Pancur Hitam Beach, you will find a recreational area known as “Sudut Cabaran (Challlenging Site)” which offers an ideal site for various recreational activities. Pancur Hitam beach的风景优美，是纳闽最现代化的海滩。在海滩的南部有一个休闲处，称为“挑战角落”，游客可再次进行许多休闲活动。 Layang-Layangan Beach is a popular place on weekends. Its sandy white beaches is tempting, inviting one to lie down and soak up the sun with the sound of waves lapping at water’s edge. Cycling paths and picnic tables are shaded by leafy trees. In this area too can be found many food stalls with live musical bands performing every weekend. Layang-Layangan beach是一个周末的好去处。它洁白的沙滩非常诱人，想让人躺在沙滩中，一边倾听打浪声，一边享受着日光浴。荫树遮盖着脚踏车和野餐桌。每逢周末这里有许多美食摊位和现场音乐乐队演出。

Layang-layangan Beach

ISLANDS & MARINE PARK 岛屿与海洋公园

Layang-Layang Atoll or “swallow reefs” lies about 300km north of Labuan. It is a world class diving and fishing paradise which rated as “Big fish and wall diving Mecca of Southeast Asia”. With pristine reefs, excellent visibility, steep walls down to 2000m and regular sightings of pelagics, the Layang-layang Atoll is one of the top ten dive locations in the world. 拉央拉央环礁或“燕子礁石”座落在纳闽北部，距离纳闽市约300公里。被潜水者与爱好钓鱼者评估为“东南亚大鱼和深海潜水朝圣之地”的拉央拉央环礁是世界级的潜水与钓鱼的天堂。原始礁石、清澈见底的海水、深达2000公尺陡峭的墙壁与品种奇特的鱼群，促使拉央拉央环礁名列全世界前十名潜水景点。

Papan Island

Layang-layang Island

Papan Island has facilities such as chalets, campsites, sports grounds, a surau, a BBQ area, volleyball and sepak takraw courts. Adventurous souls can embark on an exciting bout of jungle trekking at the island too. Papan Island 有各种各样的设施供旅客享用，如小屋、野营地、运动场、回教堂、烧烤区、排球场和藤球场。爱好冒险者可在岛上进行森林徒步的活动。 Labuan Marine Park is situated 2km off the southern part of Labuan Island. The park encompasses 10km² of pristine water and three islets, namely Pulau Kuraman, Pulau Rusukan Kecil and Pulau Rusukan Besar. Here visitors can enjoy long stretches of sandy beaches, reef atoll, mangrove, island jungle and quiet tidal pools. 24km south west of Pulau Rusukan Kecil lies the infamous American Wreck. About 5 minutes boat ride from Pulau Kuraman, you will be able to see hundreds of sea snakes at a little reef atoll. Surrounded by colourful coral reefs and marine life, the Labuan Marine Park is a diving and snorkelling haven for all. This living underwater garden is mesmerizing and it attracts eco-divers and snorkelers. It is possible for you to dinghy sail, Jet Ski and kayak here as well. 纳闽海洋公园坐落在纳闽主岛以南约2公里处。它占地约10平方公里，处在原始海域中，由古拉曼岛、鲁苏干柏沙岛及鲁苏干柯基岛三个小岛组成。延绵不绝的白色沙滩、争艳夺丽的珊瑚礁、红树林、小岛树林及宁静的水池让许多游客纷纷慕名而来。在第二次世界大战期间沉落海底的海船遗骸及战舰残骸促使纳闽水域成为潜水人士的潜水天堂。五颜六色的珊瑚礁及各种各样的海洋生物促使纳闽海洋公园成为了潜水者和浮潜者的天堂。从古拉曼岛乘船约 5 分钟，您将有机会看到百多只海蛇在环壮的珊瑚暗礁上蠕动，水底花园的美丽将烙印在您的心中。 Labuan 449

SENSATIONAL DIVING SITES 潜水地点

World War II and post war shipwrecks make Labuan an attractive site for wall and wreck diving. Diving expeditions can be arranged with the hotels, resorts or tour operators. Labuan has four popular wreck sites, namely the American, Australian, Cement and Blue Wreck. The American Wreck lies 21 meter under water and is located 24 km from Labuan, toward the south west of Pulau Rusukan Kecil. It is worthwhile dive to take. The Australian Wreck lies 21 meter under water and is located 23 km from Labuan, toward the south west of Pulau Rusukan Besar. The Cement Wreck is located east of Kuraman Islands, takes divers on a discovery journey up to a depth of 30m. it has been dubbed the world’s most colourful and photogenic wreck. The Blue Wreck is located at the north east of Kuraman Islands, is 34 km away from the Labuan coast. 在第二次世界大战期间沉落海底的海船遗骸及战舰残骸促使纳闽水域成为专业潜水人士及业余爱好者理想的潜水环境。纳闽水域拥有四个著名的残骸：美国海船残骸、澳州海船残骸、水门汀海船残骸及蓝水海船残骸。美国海船残骸位于鲁苏干柯基岛的南部及距离纳闽约 24公里的海域，是个值得游览的胜地。澳州海船残骸位于鲁苏干柏沙岛西南部，距离纳闽约23公里的21公尺深水域里。获得“全世界最多色彩及最上镜的海船残骸”之美名的水门汀海船残骸位于古拉曼岛东部，距离纳闽212公里的30公尺深水域。而蓝水海船残骸位于古拉曼岛东北部，距离纳闽沿海区约34公里。

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MALAYSIA’S ONLY WATER VILLAGE HOMESTAY 马来西亚唯一水上民宿

This is Kampung Air Patau Patau 2, established in the 1930’s; the whole village was wiped out by a Japanese bomb during WWII. The resilient villagers rebuilt the village from scratch once the war was over. The architecture and concept of the water village dates back to their ancestors in Brunei. To this day, the water village residents incorporate their Kedayan Bruneian culture and customs into their daily lives. 这 Kampung Air Patau Patau 2 成立于 1930年，整个村庄完全被摧毁在二战期间的一个原子弹。一旦战争结束，村民开始重建该村庄。水村的体系结构和概念可以追溯到他们在汶莱的祖先。直到今天，水村的居民仍然将 Kedayan汶莱文化和习俗纳入他们的日常生活中。

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MYSTERY CHIMNEY 烟窗塔

Situated on a rise at Tanjung Kubong, this 106 feet high red brick stack, known to locals as The Chimney, is an artifact from Labuan’s coal mining era (18471912). The Chimney was made from more than 23,000 pieces of red bricks that was imported all the way from England. The bricks layering and works are typical of British style. However, recent findings revealed that there were no traces of smoke or burning to suggest its use as a chimney as is popularly believed. 位于Tanjung Kubong的烟窗塔是一座高106英尺的红砖烟囱，是从纳闽岛的煤矿时代产物。它见证了纳闽从事采煤事业的岁月。近来考古学家研究发现，它并没有被当烟囱使用的烟迹。

Tips 资讯益站 Tanjung Kubong 9am - 5pm +6 (087) 463 603

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WORLD WAR II MEMORIAL 第二世界大战纪念碑

Situated at Jalan Tanjung Batu, lie 3,908 soldiers in perfectly squared platoons, much like how they would stand in salutation when they were alive. These soldiers were from all over: Australia, Great Britain, India, New Zealand and even Malaysia. They were all buried here today at the WWII Memorial in Labuan, which was officiated by the Australian government in June 1953. A memorial service is held on the nearest Sunday to 11th of November. This memorial is maintained by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. 第二世界大战纪念碑位于Jalan Tanjung Batu ，里头共有 3,908 名烈士的墓碑。这些烈士都是来自澳洲、英国、印度、纽西兰和马来西亚。每年接近11月11日的星期日，这里都会举行一连串的悼念仪式。

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PEACE PARK 和平公园

The Peace Park was built as a memorial and renunciation of the horrors of war. It is dominated by the memorial mound which is surrounded by landscaped gardens and pavilions. The Japanese decided to build the Peace Park next to the Surrender Point is to show that they are genuinely sorry for the trouble their forefathers have caused. The Peace Park pays tribute to the ones who have sacrificed their lives in Borneo during WWII. It is also a memento of friendship between Malaysia and Japan, and a promise of peace and harmony for all mankind that such warlike cruelty will not happen again in the future. 和平公园是为了纪念停战而建立的。这座纪念丘是由观景花园和凉亭所围绕着。日本人决定把和平公园建立在日军投降点旁边的用意是想证明他们是真心诚意为他们祖先给大家所带来的麻烦深感遗憾和愧疚。和平公园的建立是向二战时壮烈牺牲的勇士们致敬的象征之一。同时，这也代表着马来西亚和日本两国之间的友谊，并承诺此等残酷战争将不会再度发生。

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LABUAN MUSEUM 纳闽博物馆

Labuan Museum 纳闽博物馆

Labuan Marine Museum 纳闽海洋博览馆

Labuan Museum is a one-stop centre with information on anything and everything related to Labuan and Malaysia, the history and culture of Labuan. Its history covers pre-historic era of Labuan, Brunei Sultanate, British colonial days, World War II, Independence, declaration of Labuan as a federal territory up to the establishment of Labuan Corporation. While its cultural theme showcases various phases of socio-cultural and economic evolution in Labuan.

Labuan Marine Museum was set up back in 2003 to help preserve the marine life of the island. The Labuan Marina Museum exhibits a variety of fishes, mollusks, crustacean and corals. Its ground level focuses on marine life, wrecks, corals and mangrove with life specimens of marine animals. Level one contains replicas and illustrations of coral, sharks, stingrays, marine reptiles, fishes, marlin and marine mammals, and sections on fishing and diving activities, oceanography and mollusks.

纳闽博物馆完整地展示出当地的历史与文化。所涵盖的历史包括了纳闽的前史、汶莱苏丹统领时代、英国殖民地时代、第二世界大战，直至独立及如何成为联邦直辖区等。当您走到文化展示柜前，更可饱览纳闽各个不同时代的文化色彩和经济发展。

Tips 资讯益站

纳闽海洋博览馆展示了各种鱼类、软体生物、甲壳生物和珊瑚等等。在博览馆的底层您可看到各式各样的海洋生态、船难后的残骸、珊瑚及属于海洋生物的红树标本。当然，您也会于一楼看到许多珊瑚、鲨鱼、鱼、海洋爬虫类、鱼儿、枪鱼、海洋哺乳动物、海洋软体生物等复制品及一部分垂钓与潜水的活动说明图。 Tips 资讯益站

9am-5pm closed on Hari Raya Adilfitri 开斋节休息

Free 免费

+6 (087) 414 135

+6 (087) 425 927

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DUTY FREE SHOPPING 免税商店

Conveniently located within Labuan Town Centre, duty free shops make your duty free shopping experience easy. Offers an exciting range of duty free products, like imported chocolates, pearls, textiles, liquor, etc. Jalan OKK Awang Besar is synonymous with duty free shopping. Every Saturday and Sunday, this street is filled with street stalls, offering great bargains from handicrafts to fashion wear, accessories, agriculture produces and delicious local fares. Jalan OKK Awang Besar是一个免税购物的好去处。每逢星期六至日，这里都会摆满了摊子出售琳琅满目的手工艺品、穿戴的服饰、装饰品、农作物及美味的道地美食等等。如果讨价还价是您的专长，您绝对可在此大显身手。

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GLORIOUS SUNSET 日落

Glorious sunsets. That is the one thing a visitor would not fail to notice about Labuan. From Batu Manikar Beach, drop by at Pohon Batu Beach where there are wooden stalls for fishermen to sell fresh seafood as soon as they are landed. Further along was the gorgeous Pancur Hitam Beach. Casuarina trees aplenty stand in orderly rows, giving shade and a smidgeon of privacy to a courting couple who were enjoying the sunset together while leaning against their car. A final point of interest was University Malaysia Sabah Kampus Labuan (UMSKAL) before made a slow drive back to Jalan Batu Manikar. By then the sun’s rays were at their most radiant, bathing the white-washed walls of the university in a warm golden glow. 到访纳闽的游客绝对忘不了这里美丽的日落。从Batu Manikar Beach 到Pohon Batu Beach, 您可见渔夫们摆着木摊子在售卖新鲜的海鲜。再往前走，就是那迷人的Pancur Hitam Beach。木麻黄树整齐地排列着，让游客在阴凉的树下欣赏这漂亮迷人的日落。这里，还有个您值得注意的一点，就是马来西亚沙巴大学在纳闽的分校。日落时那温暖的金色光芒就照射在大学粉白的墙壁上，煞是好看。

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TOURISM OFFICE Pejabat Kementerian Pelancongan Malaysia WP Labuan T: +6 (087) 422600 F: +6 (087) 419622 E: enquiry@labuantourism.gov.my W: www.labuantourism.gov.my Tourist Information Centre (Tourism Malaysia) T: +6 (087) 423445 F: +6 (087) 423446 E: mtpblbu@tourismmalaysia.gov.my W: www. tourismmalaysia.gov.my Department of Tourism, Culture and Arts (Labuan Corporation) T: +6 (087) 408 746 F: +6 (087) 426 582 W: www.pl.gov.my LOCAL AUTHORITY Labuan Corporation T: +6 (087) 408 600 F: +6 (087) 426 582 W: www.pl.gov.my

Hotel Ambassador T: +6 (087) 423 233 Hotel Ambassador 2 T: +6 (087) 581 242 Hotel Asia T: +6 (087) 413 605 Hotel Melati Inn T: +6 (087) 416 307 Hotel Millenium T: +6 (087) 422 278 Hotel Oriental T: +6 (087) 419 020 Hotel Pantai View T: +6 (087) 411 339 Hotel Sky Global T: +6 (087) 431 219

GOVERNMENT AGENCIES

Hotel Southern T: +6 (087) 414 211

Labuan Offshore Financial Services Authority (LOFSA) T: +6 (087) 591 200 F: +6 (087) 422300 W: www.lofsa.gov.my

Hotel Wilayah Inn T: +6 (087) 411227

Labuan Nukleus Hospital T: +6 (087) 423 919 F: +6 (087) 423 928 Malaysia Customs & Excise Department T: +6 (087) 412 087 F: +6 (087) 592 112 Immigration Department T: +6 (087) 412 298 F: +6 (087) 414 990 Fire & Rescue Department T: +6 (087) 481 444 F: +6 (087) 415 932 Marine Department of Malaysia T: +6 (087) 413 511 F: +6 (087) 413 515 Maritime Enforcement Agencies of Malaysia T: +6 (087) 453 777 F: +6 (087) 452 777 Royal Malaysian Police Department T: +6 (087) 412 222 F: +6 (087) 412 393 Veterinary Department T: +6 (087) 412 246 F: +6 (087) 414 523 Department of Marine Park T: +6 (087) 582502 F: +6 (087) 582 500 ACCOMMODATIONS Beta Service Apartment T: +6 (087) 453 333 W: www.fpl.com.my Grand Dorsett Labuan Hotel T: +6 (087) 422 000 W: www.dorsetthotels.com/labuan Manikar Beach Resort & Spa T: +6 (087) 418 700 E: sales.manikar@gmail.com Mariner Hotel T: +6 (087) 418 822 Tiara Labuan Hotel T: +6 (087)414 300 W: www.tiaralabuan.com Waterfront Labuan Financial Hotel T: +6 (087)418 111 E: wlft@streamyx.com Hotel Global T: +6 (087)425 201 Hotel Victoria T: +6 (087) 412 411 Hotel Pulau Labuan T: +6 (087) 416 288 Hotel Pulau Labuan (Branch) T: +6 (087) 422 388 Hotel Pulau Labuan Inn T: +6 (087) 416 833

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Sara Hotel T: +6 (087) 415 555 One Hotel T: +6 (087) 451369 Dive Operators Lautan Biru Tourism Sdn Bhd T: +6 (087) 586 739 E: psong@lautanbiru.com.my W: www.lautanbiru.com.my Borneo Star Dive T: +6 (087) 429 278 / 431 278 E:stardivers2005@yahoo.com Car Rental Companies Adaras Rent A Car Sdn Bhd T: +6 (017) 8216 663 E: arackk@streamyx.com ntony88@streamyx.com W: www.freewebs.com/adaras-rent-a-car Padas Rent A Car T: +6 (087) 425 220 E: padas_jaya@yahoo.com W: www.padasjaya.com Sime Darby Rent A Car Sdn Bhd T: +6 (087) 410 740 F: +6 (087) 410 741 E: labuan@hertz.simedarby.com W: www.simedarbycarrental.com Airlines

Bunga Mas Restaurant (Manikar Beach Resort) T: +6 (087) 418 700 Mariner Coffee House (Mariner Hotel) T: +6 (087) 419 822 Terumbu Warisan T: +6 (087) 584 008 Anjung Ketam T: +6 (087) 424 366 Manja Rasa Floating Restaurant T: +6 (087) 424 937 Island Tomyam T: +6 (087) 416 676 Sri Malindo Restaurant T: +6 (087) 416 676 Fishermen’s Wharf Restaurant T: +6 (087) 408 226 Tasty Chicken Rice Shop (Financial Park Complex) T: +6 (012) 8312 260 Singapore Chicken Rice T: +6 (087) 410 661 Mehﬁl T: +6 (087) 424 550 Choice Restaurant T: +6 (087) 418 086 Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) (Financial Park Complex) T: +6 (087) 421 854 Pizza Hut Restaurant (Financial Park Complex) M: +6 (012) 8312 260 McDonald’s (Labuan Airport) T: +6 (088) 436 358 Chicken King Fast Food Restaurant (Wisma Shoreservices) T: +6 (087) 581 889 Black Gold Café (Wisma Shoreservices) M: +6 (019) 8222 042 Pulau Labuan (Branch) Restaurant T: +6 (087) 416 268 Lee Garden (Labuan Airport) T: +6 (087) 413 339a) Commercial Banks Agro Bank T: +6 (087) 408 988

Malaysia Airlines (Labuan Airport) T: +6 (087) 413 722

Aliance Bank T: +6 (087) 412 826

Air Asia (Labuan Airport) T: +6 (087) 408 781

Am Bank T: +6 (087) 417 891

Malaysia Airport Berhad T: +6 (087) 415 015

Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad T: +6 (087) 424 901

Passenger Ferry Services LDA Labuan Holdings Sdn Bhd T: +6 (087) 410 472 (GL) T: +6 (087) 581 006 (Ticketing) W: www.ldah.tk Vehicle Ferry Services Labuan Ferry Corporation Sdn Bhd T: +6 (087) 417 333 RESTAURANTS Victoria’s Brasserie (Grand Dorsett Hotel) T: +6 (087) 422 000 Spinnaker (Waterfront Financial Hotel) T: +6 (087) 418 131 The Grill (Tiara Hotel) T: +6 (087) 414 300

Bank Muamalat T: +6 (087) 412 898 Bank Rakyat (Financial Park Complex) T: +6 (087) 422 831 Bank Simpanan Nasional (BSN) T: +6 (087) 416 381 CIMB Bank (Financial Park Complex) T: +6 (087) 410 302 Hong Kong Shanghai Bank T: +6 (087) 422 612 Maybank (Financial Park Complex) T: +6 (087) 443 388 Public Bank T: +6 (087) 415 590 RHB Bank T: +6 (087) 414 822

Labuan HMD TOURS & TRAVEL SDN BHD

U0058, Jalan OKK Awang Besar, P.O.Box 345, 87008 Federal Territory of Labuan, Malaysia. Tel : 6-087-416 117 Fax : 6-087-418 027 Email : reservation@hmdtours.com.my Web : www.hmdtours.com.my

HOTEL AMBASSADOR 1 (BOUTIQUE HOTEL)

Lot U 0141-0142, Jalan Bunga Mawar, P.O.Box 80956, 87019 Wilayah Persekutuan Labuan. Tel : 6-087-423 233 (4 Lines) Fax : 6-087-411 849

HOTEL AMBASSADOR 2

Lot 1 & 2, Jalan Bunga Kesuma, P.O.Box 80956, 87019 Wilayah Persekutuan Labuan. Tel : 6-087-581 242 (4 Lines) Fax : 6-087-411 849

PULAU LABUAN INN

Lot 7-8, Jalan Bunga Dahlia, 87009 W.P. Labuan, Malaysia. Tel : 6-087-416 833 Fax : 6-087-411 750

HOTEL PULAU LABUAN 1

Lot 27-28, Jalan Muhibbah, 87009 W.P. Labuan, Malaysia. Tel : 6-087-416 288 (5 lines) Fax : 6-087-416 255

HOTEL PULAU LABUAN 2 (branch)

Lot 5-12, Jalan Kemajuan, P.O.Box 80056, 87100 W.P. Labuan, Malaysia Tel : 6-087-422 388 (5 lines) Fax : 6-087-421 422

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Events and Festivals in Labuan Island Labuan may be quiet on normal days, but when there is a festival or celebration going on, you can be assured that the entire island’s population will be dressed in their best, and are out and about attending such occasions. They are a laidback community who would not mind welcoming an uproar in their homeland every once in a while.

FEDERAL TERRITORY DAY CELEBRATION Date : February 1st - 28th Venue : Labuan Square

KIDS SCUBA CAMP 2010 Date : May 28th - 31st Venue : Papan Island / Labuan Marine Park

Together with the sister Territories in the Peninsular - Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya, Labuan celebrates the Federal Territory Day every year in February. Labuan was enlisted as a Federal Territory on April 16, 1984.

First time held in Labuan, the Kids Scuba Camp - The Underwater Adventure for Kids Program is aimed to introduce youngsters (from eight to teenagers) and their family members, to discover and educate them about the science of Scuba Diving, a very popular recreational activity for marine enthusiasts allows children and adult to take a closer look at the amazing underwater world.

The opening ceremony takes place in Kuala Lumpur, whilst Labuan hosts the closing ceremony. Various cultural performances and sports carnivals are held at the Labuan Square to celebrate this remarkable event.

CHINESE NEW YEAR Date : February 14th - 15th Venue : Throughout Malaysia This is the most important festive season for all Chinese counterparts around the world, as they celebrate the coming for spring and the New Year, which often falls in the month of January or February. Everyone cloths themselves in brand new outfits for the day, and pay their respect to their elderly. In return, they will receive red packets known as ‘ang pow’ with some extra pocket money in them. There will also be loud and explosive firecrackers let off all around, complementing auspicious lion dances to welcome luck and prosperity in the coming New Year.

MALAYSIA WATER FESTIVAL

(Labuan International Sea Challenge - LISC ’10)

Date : April 27th - May 2nd Venue : Labuan International Sea Sports Complex Enjoy a great splashing time in Labuan this April - May with over 30 water based events. The Labuan International Sea Challenge (LISC’10) is the final Malaysia’s Water Festival Celebration which showcases sea and beach activities offering more than RM250,000.00 in cash prizes. LISC has successfully established an international footprint for many its flagship events such as the IGFA Labuan International Game Fishing Tournament (LIGFT), Labuan Round Island Kayak Challenge and Labuan International Cross Channel Swimming Challenge. LISC’10 ends with the Official Closing Ceremony of Malaysia Water Festival on 2 May 2010 in Labuan.

Main Events 1) 2) 3) 4) 5)

IGFA Labuan International Game Fishing Tournament [27 April - 2 May 2010] Labuan International Cross Channel Swimming Challenge [30 April 2010] Labuan Round Island Kayak Challenge [1 May 2010] Labuan Boat Tug of War [1 May 2010] Sprint Kayak Challenge [2 May 2010]

Beach Activities / Supporting Events [30 April - 2 May 2010] 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8)

Exhibitions / Food Stalls Beach Rugby / Beach Soccer Pillow Fight Skim boarding Shore Fishing Duck Catching Hermit Crab Race Sand Castle, etc

* Subject to change For more information on the events, kindly contact the Labuan Tourism Action Council Tel: +6 (087) 422 622 Fax: +6 (087) 419 622 Email: enquiry@labuantourism.gov.my Website: http://www.labuantourism.gov.my

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BORNEO ARTS FESTIVAL (Labuan Art Festival - LAFEZ ’10) Date : August 1st - 8th Venue : Throughout Labuan “Stories told through Dances...” “Nature becomes a Living Canvas...” “Mystics’ intertwine with Folks’ Song...” “Traditional gourmet is a Passion...” “Where shooting captures Beauty...” “And the magic is in the Air...” The most anticipated Borneo Art Festival will be here once again to set the visual art scene ablaze over 7 days at Labuan Island. The Labuan Art Festival (LAFEZ ’10) is happening in August! There are lots to expect like visual art competitions, ethnic music, cultural performances, recitals and many more. “Welcome to Borneo Art Festival, its‘ simply Magic!”

Events

1) Visual Art Competition - Art paintings - Area Contemporary - Digital Art - Graffiti - Sand Sculpture - Batik Paintings - Visual Art Exhibition 2) Art Performance a)Music - Ethnic / Traditional / Native - Contemporary / Battle of the Band b)Dances - Ethnic / Traditional / Native - Contemporary c)Body / Face Paintings / Tattoo / Tamtto - Show / Competition - Theme d)Art Performances - Fire Eating - Contemporary 3) Photography / Paintings a)Labuan in 48 hours (Photography / Painting Competition on Labuan : people, places of interest, activities and etc.) b)Photo / Painting Exhibition 4) Visual Arts Exhibition 5) Craft Expo 6) Gourmet (local dishes) 7) Sea Shutterbug - Underwater & Land

NATIONAL DAY CELEBRATION Date : August 15th - September 16th Venue : Labuan Square / Throughout labuan A month-long activity to celebrate the country’s independence and to promote national unity among the various races in Malaysia. Highlights of the launching ceremony include an aerobic workout and bicycle convoy. Stage shows, parade and fireworks are some of the excitements held at the Labuan Square starting from National Day’s Eve to 31st August. The closing ceremony on 16th September which also known as Malaysia Day offers a cultural treat with traditional music competition, performing arts, traditional games and stage shows.

RAMADHAN BAZAAR* Date : August 11th - September 9th Venue : Jalan Dewan, Jalan Batu Arang, Jalan Bunga Mawar A month before Hari Raya Adilfitri, Muslims observe the Ramadhan by fasting. The fasting is

meant to teach the Muslims patience, sacrifice and humility, while giving time to reflect on past sins and pray for guidance and deliverance from evil. In Labuan, the community looks forward to the Ramadhan Bazaars along Jalan Dewan, Jalan Batu Arang and Jalan Bunga Mawar. During this time, local folks will set up stalls displaying an array of savoury Brunei-Malay fares, tasty home cooked food and an assortment of traditional Malay cakes and puddings. Tourists may try out local affairs like punjung, lamban, jelurut and wajik all at one place.

HARI RAYA AIDILFITRI (EID UL-FITR)* Date : September 10th Venue : Throughout Malaysia Eid Ul-Fitr or Hari Raya Adilfitri is a celebration to mark the end of the Ramadhan, a holy month of fasting. During this festive season, Muslims will return to their hometown to be with their families and relatives for a rowdy celebration. There will be visits to friends’ and families’ homes, feasting together on sumptuous spreads that include traditional Raya food like ketupat and rendang, and firecrackers will keep the entire village awake to prolong the festive celebration.

DEEPAVALI Date : November 5th Venue : Throughout Malaysia Deepavali is the ‘Festival of Lights’, which usually falls on a day towards the end of the year, calculated according to the sun moon. It is a celebration for the Hindus around the world on the triumph of good over evil, when Lord Krishna defeated the evil demon Narakasuram, by lighting little oil lamps (kutte vileku) in commemoration of Krishna’s victory and Narakasuram’s death. During this time of the year, you will also see many kollam, beautiful patterns made up of colourful rice, decorating the floors.

REMEMBRANCE DAY CEREMONY Date : November 14th Venue : World War II Memorial Also known as ‘Poppy Day’, it is commemorated on Sunday closest to November 11 every year. War veterans from the Commonwealth Countries as well as locals and visitors from all over the world gather in the WWII Memorial to pay tribute to the brave souls of yesteryears. A total of 3,908 soldiers lie in the famous WWII Memorial along Jalan Tanjung Batu in Labuan, which was officiated by the Australian government in June 1953. These soldiers were from all over: Australia, Great Britain, India, New Zealand and Malaysia. They are mainly the Prisoners-of-War (POWs) in Sandakan, perished war heroes of the Australian 7th and 9th Divisions, as well as those of the Punjab Signal Corp and a few locals.

CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS Date : December 25th Venue : Throughout Malaysia Christmas Day falls on December 25 every year, and it is celebrated mainly by Christians around the world. However, nowadays, it is a festive season everyone can take part in to spread the joy. Around this time, Christmas trees will be put up, decorated with colourful lights and ornaments, and with presents wrapped up nicely under the trees. On the days leading up to Christmas Day, there will be Christmas carols in shopping malls to promote the spirit of Christmas and get patrons into the festive mood.