August 2018
The Inflight Magazine of Malindo Air
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VOYAGE : BANGKOK
Celebrating Malaysia’s 61 years of Independence
Events and festivals to explore in August
Malaysian Crooner Anuar Zain
Yangon, Myanmmar
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Exciting Labuan
Great offers for Malindo Air passengers
Suay Restaurant, Phuket
Hiking in Hong Kong
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ugust is a special month for Malaysians as we come together to celebrate 61 years of Independence. The annual celebration serves as a tribute to our forefathers who persistently fought to gain a better future for the generations to come. Since gaining Independence, Malaysia has successfully diversified its economy from one that was initially agriculture and commodity-based, to manufacturing and services sectors. Not to mention, the evolving tourism industry whereby the Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Report 2017 ranked Malaysia as the fifth best in Asia on tourist arrivals. Malaysia is also known to have the most open economies in Chandran Rama Muthy Chief Executive Officer Malindo Air
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the world, with a trade to gross domestic product ratio averaging over 140 percent since 2010. This is a reminder of how far we have come and progressed since 1957. The nation’s vision of becoming a fully developed nation is also getting closer as we continue to make a mark in the global arena for our rich diversities of Asian culture and heritage. In honouring the nation’s pride, this month’s edition pay tributes to Malaysian Independence. Our cover story takes you on a virtual journey of Malaysian history and the Merdeka (Independence) celebration that takes place at Merdeka Square in Kuala Lumpur every year. Just as our country is progressing, Malindo Air is also reaching greater heights in becoming a significant player in the aviation scene. We continue to bring the Malaysian hospitality and services to all
our passengers. On the network expansion note, we have two new routes to look out for this month. Beginning August 2, we are flying to Labuan in East Malaysia and the other new route is from Kota Kinabalu, Sabah to Singapore starting August 10. With the introduction of our new routes, we give you an insight of the wanders at Labuan in our Voyage section of the magazine. As for the other Voyage section, we take you to Yangon, Myanmar. The country is known to be one of the most magical and undiscovered destinations in the world, a golden land of breathtaking beauty and charm that is steeped in fascinating history and traditions. With this, I take this opportunity to wish all Malaysians Selamat Hari Merdeka (Happy Independence Day) and have a pleasant journey to your desired destination with Malindo Air.
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Flights Between Labuan and East Malaysia
Malindo Air has started its new services to Labuan on 2nd August 2018. The daily service marks the airline’s third destination into East Malaysia after Kuching, Sarawak and Kota Kinabalu, Sabah in its expanding local network. Flight OD1900 will depart Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) daily at 12:30pm to Labuan with a flight time of 2 hrs and 30 mins. The returning flight OD1901 departs Labuan at 3:45pm and arrives KLIA at 6:15pm. The narrow-body Boeing 737-800 aircraft with a seat capacity of 162, which includes 12 Business Class and 150 Economy Class seats, will be deployed
on this new route. Labuan, the Pearl of Borneo, is a Federal Territory of Malaysia. It comprises of one large and six smaller islands in East Malaysia. Today, the island enjoys duty-free status and is an epicenter for shipping, trade, and international banking. The small island is still highlyprized for its hurricanefree, deep-water port at the mouth of Brunei Bay. The island also serves as
an excellent stopover for travellers crossing between Brunei and Sabah. This new route is expected to attract
business from the government sector, the business community, diplomatic services and the tourism industry.
Direct flight From Kota Kinabalu, Sabah to Singapore Malindo Air now flies directly to Singapore from Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. This new route starts on 10 August 2018. Besides this, the airline also flies directly from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore f o u r times daily.
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With the aim to fly in more inbound tourists to Kota Kinabalu and Singapore, Malindo Air OD830 flies daily from Kota Kinabalu International Airport at 9:15am and arrives at Singapore Changi Airport at 11:40am. The returning flight OD831 departs Singapore at 12:40pm and arrives Kota Kinabalu at 3:05pm. The journey takes 2 hours and 25 minutes. The flights are operated in Boeing 737-800 with a total of 162 seat capacity – 12 Business Class seats and 150 Economy Class seats. Kota Kinabalu
is a modern capital with a warm hospitality. Situated on the tropical island of Borneo, the captivating beauty of Sabah has long sandy beaches, paradise islands, virgin coral reefs, tropical rain forests; and the mighty Mount Kinabalu which is the highest mountain in the Malay Archipelago. Singapore on the other hand is a garden city with skyscrapers and subways of an affluent city with a medley of Chinese, Malay and Indian influences along with a tropical climate, tasty food from hawker centres, copious shopping malls and vibrant night-life scene.
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New Additions in Malindo Air In order to enhance passengers’ travel experience, Malindo Air has kick-start a few initiatives that covers :
Airport Fast Track
Malindo Air collabrated with Airport FastTrack@KLIA to provide its customers seamless check-in experience for International departures. Upon check-in at our dedicated Counter 3, at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Departure Hall, guests will be greeted and assisted throughout the immigration and custom via dedicated VIP access lanes.
Express Check-In
Passengers who are booking the ticket online can purchase the express check-in under “Add Ons” option during the booking process. With the aim to provide a service beyond meeting basic needs for the total airport experience, the service provides a unique experience as well as creating memorable moments Take the option to experience a swift clearance at the airport upon your departure at KLIA with Malindo Air.
Hold Booking
Passengers can now hold their booking with the guaranteed fare in exchange for a fee of RM15 for up to 48 hours. Simply choose the ‘Hold Booking’ payment option and then proceed to pay either online or at your nearest Malindo Air sales office. The service is available for all regions and its corresponding bookings must be made seven days before departure.
Pre-order Duty Free Items
Malindo Air Duty Free has an exciting range of products on sale. Passengers can now pre-order online the items 48hrs before the flight. The pre-booked order will be delivered to the passenger at the comfort of their seat. They also get to enjoy savings from a wide selection of products ranging from top brand names in fragrances, cosmetics, jewelry, watches and gift items at exceptional prices.
Skypark Link
There is a new train service, Skypark Link which operates from KL Sentral to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport in Subang. It is an alternative mode of transport for the public to get from KL Sentral to the Skypark Terminal that is part of the main airport from which Malindo Air domestic flights operates. The Skypark Terminal is located 300 metres from the main airport terminal and the public can make their way to it easily as there is a covered walkway with lifts and travellators available.
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Singapore Night Festival, Singapore The Singapore Night Festival is an annual street festival held over two weekends celebrating the arts and Singapore’s rich cultural heritage. The festival is a massive street party centred around an artistic extravaganza of fun and entertainment. There is heaps to see and do including musical performances, improvisational theatre, film screenings, roving street performers, colourful building-sized light installations, dance, aerial performances, demonstrations of magic and cultural exhibitions. Date: 17-25 August, 2018 Venue: Bras Basah and Bugis Precinct, Singapore
Yayasan Sime Darby Arts Festival (YSDAF), Malaysia Almost 500 artistes and art workers will be involved in the enormous undertaking which will present a wide sampling of the arts, including dance, music, comedy, theatre, visual arts and children’s theatre. From workshops on gender equality and bracelet-making with autistic children to an exciting line up of music performances by the likes of indie group Bittersweet, experimental act Pastel Lite and a traditional segment by The Tuyang Initiative, the variety of events across the two days is impressive. Other groups set to perform include AIIA, NETMBR, Drum Simfoni, Lee Wushu Arts Theatre, Balletbase, Young KL Singers and Kwangtung Dance Company. Date: 18-19 August, 2018 Venue: Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre, Malaysia
Ocean Park Summer Carnimal , HK It is triple extravaganza time at this mega summer carnival in Ocean Park Hong Kong. Over a hundred international level elite performers from all over the world will present the biggest ever carnival at Ocean Park, including two different animalthemed grand parades during both the day and night, with tailor-made fine costumes and exquisite giant animal puppets being displayed for the first time. Start at the massive parade debuting at Ocean Park, with international performance artists in techni-colour animal costumes, grooving along to a wild beat. Date: Now till 2 September, 2018 Venue: Ocean Park, HK
Malaysian Independent Live Fusion Festival Malaysian record label PU4LYF will open the night with Rabbit Mac putting together a live band performance that is beyond rap and free styling. The Mainstage, as it is been called this year, will see a myriad of talent from Sathyaprakash and Pooja V fresh out of their successful Vijay TV Super Singer run, which has launched their singing careers to the peak with AR Rahman and many other song writers. The night will rock on with the infectious energy of Andrea Jeremiah and the band comprising of Leon James and other seasoned musicians that she has put together to back her up this time around. Taking the night to its peak with today’s generation Benny Dayal & Funktuation band. They have been performing all over the world. Date: 8 September, 2018 Venue: Bukit Kiara Indoor Arena, Malaysia 6 | M ALIND OM AG | AU GUST 2 018
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Tunku Abdul Rahman declares Independence for the first time at Merdeka Stadium.
Malaysia is one of Asia’s hidden gems. The nation is a tapestry of diverse cultural influences, drawing from its local indigenous, Malay, Indian and Chinese communities as well as its colonial heritage. While the city’s past is evident in the nostalgic British colonial buildings, the future is apparent in the form of gleaming towering skyscrapers. The city boasts world class meeting and event facilities supported by major highways, an efficient rail network, thriving central business district and pleasant nightlife that caters for the capital’s multi-cultural population. Malaysia has no shortage of natural beauty, it is home to one of world’s oldest rainforests, extensive cave chambers and pristine beaches. With a rich immigrant and colonial history, Malaysia is truly rojak — a term that literally refers to a local fruit salad, but has come to describe the country›s diverse mix of cultures and religions. This is reflected in the sheer number places of worship, from Moorish Malayinfluenced mosques to South Indianinspired Hindu temples and Chinese Taoist temples. Malaysia’s capital Kuala Lumpur is a place where Malay kampung (village) life stands cheek-by-jowl with the 21stcentury glitz of the Petronas Twin Towers, and shoppers shuttle from traditional wet markets to air-conditioned mega malls. Unesco World Heritage–listed, Melaka and George Town (Penang) have uniquely distinctive architectural and cultural townscapes, developed over a half a millennium of Southeast Asian cultural and trade exchange. Over in the Eastern Malaysian states, both Kuching and Kota Kinabalu offer fascinating introductions to contemporary and tribal life on Borneo.
History Back in the days, Malaysia was formerly known as the Federation of Malaya. During the 1950s, the nation experienced a time when freedom was yearned for and patriotism was at its peak. There were many political leaders who stood up for Malaya’s independence and the most prominent was Tunku Abdul Rahman. He successfully led a
mission to negotiate for Malaya’s independence and the first Merdeka proclamation began on 31 August 1957. A proud moment for all Malaysians when, Malaysia’s first Prime Minister Tunku Abdul Rahman intoned the words “Merdeka!” which means freedom three times before a crowd of dignitaries and citizens at the famous Merdeka Square in Kuala Lumpur. AU GUST 2 018 | M ALIND OM AG | 9
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Merdeka Celebration The Merdeka Day Parade unfolds as Malaysians demonstrate their civic and cultural pride in being part of one of Southeast Asia’s strongest nations. The national day parade is the perfect time to witness the colours and celebration of Malaysia’s Independence Day. While the main parade is traditionally held at the Merdeka Square in Kuala Lumpur, you can catch these parades in major capital cities in the country too. So come and join the locals and watch marching bands, float parades, cultural performances and
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This is one of the finest times to witness the unity of the Malaysian society, as people of all races and religions come together at Merdeka to witness the harmonious event.
Independence celebration at Dataran Merdeka.
civil-military marches pass you by. Major television channels and radio stations will also play patriotic songs all day. This is one of the finest times to witness the unity of the Malaysian society, as people of all races and religions come together at Merdeka to witness the harmonious event. Before Malaysia’s Prime Minister 10 | M ALIND OM AG | AU GUST 2 018
and elected King, organised marches of soldiers, civil servants, artists, dancers and other citizens parade down the promenade, with the historic Sultan Abdul Samad Building as a colorful backdrop. Over 13,000 participants are expected to watch the parade, witnessing dancers from Malaysia’s many cultures alongside battalions showing off the latest
military hardware. Other Independence-related activities take place around the city during this time, including video competitions, firework displays, and concerts. Everywhere you look, the Jalur Gemilang (national flag) flutters proudly to mark the occasion.
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Left: The historic Sultan Abdul Samad Building. Top: Merdeka Square
A walk Down Kuala Lumpur’s Memory Lane
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This city on the banks of the Kelang and Gombak rivers is the capital of Malaysia. It recently emerged as the fourth best shopping destination after New York, Tokyo and London.”
Kuala Lumpur is such a historically rich city despite its youthful age only 155 years old compared to other major cities of the world. And yet, it has gone through several rites of passage - a tin boom in the mid19th century, a devastating fire, a big flood, the Japanese Occupation and 151 years of British rule. This city on the banks of the Kelang and Gombak rivers is the capital of Malaysia. It recently emerged as the fourth best shopping destination after New York, Tokyo and London. Not bad for a city whose name refers to the muddy confluence of the two rivers that run through it! Today, all this rich history serves as a highlight to one of the city’s newest tourist attraction - the Free Heritage Guided Tours of Dataran Merdeka. Offered three times a week, these guided tours organized by Kuala Lumpur City Hall take in the history and architecture of the city’s landmark, Dataran Merdeka, and the ten heritage buildings surrounding the historic patch of field. The walking tour is the perfect way to admire the classic beauty of these important buildings in their entire original splendor. Tourists and locals will be guided by professional English speaking tour guides with
stops at the following heritage buildings: The Sultan Abdul Samad Building Built between 1894 and 1897, it is the first example of Moghul architecture in Malaysia and features a 41-metre high clock tower, arched colonnades and copper domes. Old City Hall (built in 1896) The Old City Hall, built in 1896, stands out from the surrounding buildings with its black domes and interesting roofline of Islamic arches and dome-shaped pavilions. The Government Printing Office Architects A.C. Norman and J. Russell built this magnificent MoghulIndia inspired building in 1898 to meet the printing needs of the then British Malaya Administration. Railway Station (built in 1905) This building is distinguishable by its design of alternating red bricks and white plaster bands and an Islamic-style façade with raised onion-shaped domes derived from Moghul architecture. The building now houses the National Textile Museum. The Chartered Bank (built in 1919) This three-storey symmetrical building with a protruding porch and arches on the ground level expresses Moghul architecture eloquently. AU GUST 2 018 | M ALIND OM AG | 11
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Former High Court Building (built in 1909) This two-storey building has a Moorish exterior with four towers and is now occupied by the Ministry of Information, Communications and Culture. Victorian Fountain The fountain, estimated to be more than 100 years old, was brought in from England and assembled in Kuala Lumpur; it features lovely Art Nouveau tile work. Kuala Lumpur City Library This new building serves as a public library with an auditorium, conference area and multi-purpose hall. The Padang The Padang, or today known as Merdeka Square, is where the British Union Jack was lowered and the flag of an independent Federation of Malaya, raised for the first time on 31st August 1957. 12 | M ALIND OM AG | AU GUST 2 018
“The fountain, estimated to be more than 100 years old, was brought in from England and assembled in Kuala Lumpur; it features lovely Art Nouveau tile work.
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The Cathedral of St Mary (built in 1895) This is the first brick church in the Federated Malay States and it is also one of the oldest Anglican churches in the region. It was rebuilt in its English Gothic style after a fire in 1922.
Left: Pewter Products of Royal Selangor. Right: The Cathedral of St Mary
Royal Selangor Club (built in 1884) Its Mock Tudor stylings fronting an expanse of well-trimmed green lawn harks back to its English beginnings and is a refreshing change from the modern skyscrapers of Kuala Lumpur The evolvement of tourism industry Malaysia achieved Independence almost six decades ago from the colonial powers like the British, Dutch and Portuguese leaving behind their legacy through the many buildings built during the pre-independence days. Many historic areas in Malaysia,
such as Penang, Kuala Lumpur and Melaka, bear testament to the rich diversity of the country’s past. From the rule of ancient kingdoms to conquests from other empires, Malaysian history is as colourful as its landmarks, festivities and unique cultures. Melaka was one of the earliest Malay sultanates in the country, to be colonised by the Portuguese in 1511 and the Dutch in 1641. After having established bases in Penang, Singapore and Melaka, the British managed to dominate the region from the 19th century onwards until Independence in 1957. With a rich history and natural
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“Malaysia is ranked 9th in the world for tourist arrivals. The Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Report 2017 ranks Malaysia 25th out of 141 countries overall, which was the fifth best in Asia.
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beauty, Malaysia quickly became a major tourist attraction around the world. Malaysia is ranked 9th in the world for tourist arrivals. The Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Report 2017 ranks Malaysia 25th out of 141 countries overall, which was the fifth best in Asia. In 1999, Malaysia launched a worldwide marketing campaign called “Malaysia, Truly Asia” which was largely successful
and brought in over 7.4 million tourists. The extra revenue generated by tourism helped the country’s economy during the economic crisis of 2008. The air transport market also grew strongly during this period, with Malaysia easily becoming Asia’s sixth-largest aviation market. Besides that, Malaysia emerged as one the fastestgrowing destinations for medical tourism in Asia and the local hospitality industry emerged as one of the largest in the Southeast Asian region. The Malaysian airline sector does not exist in isolation either, with Asia – and particularly Southeast Asia – already in the stage for heightened competition between Low Cost Carriers and flag carriers, which are moving to cut their prices. Nonetheless, the current market conditions have undoubtedly delivered a major boost to the air travel and tourism industries, as well as delivering more people than ever to the destinations of their choice. With so many choices of airlines and affordable ticket prices, the aviation industry is growing at a fast pace to accommodate the need of their customers. Sources : https://www.tourism.gov.my/media/view/a-free-walk-down-kuala-lumpur-s-memory-lane https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tourism_in_Malaysia
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CELEB R IT Y IN SIGHT | ANUAR Z AIN
Malaysian Famous Singer Anuar Zain is known throughout his illustrious career for his soulful voice and enigmatic persona. The former flight attendant made a breakthrough into the music scene when he was 13 and has since won numerous awards including the Anugerah Industri Muzik, Anugerah Juara Lagu and Anugerah Planet Muzik awards. Anuar signed the first contract with Warner Music Malaysia and recorded an album entitled ‘Anuar Zain’. He is famous for heart-rending love songs such as ‘Ketulusan Hati’, Musim Berlalu’, ‘Keabadian Cinta’ and plenty more. “Currently I am in the midst of preparing for my next concert Anuar Zain Cinta Takkan Berakhir Live in Singapore on 27th October 2018,” said Anuar. “Besides that, I am also busy with my album promo titled “Anuar Zain” and will launch the continuation of the music video after “Andainya Takdir” and “Cinta Takkan Berakhir” in my upcoming concert in Singapore. “For all music lovers, you may get your copies now at all music stores, Mydin outlets or via online at Lazada,” added the singer. Anuar feels that the local music industry is evolving and growing. Right now it is no longer a small measure to the country’s economy. We are definitely heading to the digital world and hopefully will not be forgetting the physical ones too. With the help of social media and platforms that we have in Malaysia right now, it also helps to showcase more local music internationally. As this month is the Malaysian Independence Day on August 31, Anuar feels proud and joyful to be a Malaysian and to know that it is a fast
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growing country that is civilized and modern intellectually, in technology as well as being innovative. For the singer, Merdeka (Independence) means to be able to live in harmony as Malaysia is a multiracial country, free from outside intervention, living in democracy and able to create our own future. Anuar loves to travel and likes taking Malindo Air whenever he can. “The service is very good with welltrained crew, who makes me feel comfortable all the time. The meals are always good and the cabin crew are very professional, kind and well mannered,” said Anuar. Besides being an entertainer, Anuar has his own scarves online business called “Awanbyaz” at www.shopbyaz. com as he is also into fashion.
The service is very good with well-trained crew, who makes me feel comfortable all the time. The meals are always good and the cabin crew are very professional, kind and well mannered.”
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Enchanting Labuan By Emily Lowe
The mention of Labuan may draw puzzled looks among many travellers in terms of its geographical location. Labuan, named after “labuhan” or harbour, is the second Federal Territory of Malaysia after Kuala Lumpur. Located off the state of Sabah in East Malaysia, enchanting Labuan is known as “the Pearl of Borneo”. On the other hand, for those who have heard of Labuan, most did not see a reason to visit this offshore financial hub. Why would they, when they have no business that require the financial services offered? Well, now here are some 18 | M ALIND OM AG | M AY 2 018
good reasons for you to consider this island as your next preferred destinations.
Of Sun, Sea, Sand and Surf
The Federal Territory of Labuan is made up of Labuan Island and its’ surrounding six smaller islands. Therefore, this is really a paradise for those who cannot get enough of the beach and sea. Island hop to Pulau Rusukan Besar, Pulau Rusukan Kecil, Pulau Papan and Pulau Layang-Layangan, to get your dose of sunbathing, swimming, snorkelling or even diving. One of the best experiences to be
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had at Pulau Papan is to sail into the sunset on a Parahu Larai (sail boat). For only RM15 per pax, the boat takes 8 - 10 passengers, 4 - 5 on each side. It is a therapeutic feeling to sail into the sunset far off in the horizon, with the wind blowing through your hair, leaving all worldly worries behind.
Famous Wreck Sites
Divers would be delighted to know that there are a few famous wreck sites off Labuan waters to appease their underwater adventurous spirit. The four identified vessels are SS De Klerk, USS Salute, MV Tung Hwuang and Mabini Padre. SS De Klerk, also known as Australian Wreck, was a Dutch merchant vessel that hit a mine and sank in 1944, killing 339 people. Meanwhile, USS Salute, or American Wreck, was a World War II US Navy minesweeper which also struck a mine. It sank in 1945, taking along with it the lives of nine American sailors. As for MV Tung Hwuang, or Cement Wreck, it was a freighter that transported cement to Brunei for the construction of the Sultan’s new palace in 1980. Finally, Mabini Padre, also known as Blue Water Wreck, was a Philippines fishing trawler which caught fire and sank in 1981. Wreck diving off Labuan waters vary in difficulty and requires different skill levels. MV Tung Hwuang is said to be one of the easiest to explore and most suitable for divers who are new to wreck diving.
Labuan is very much unexplored when it comes to tourism. There is still plenty to see and do. Surrender Point & Peace Park
Based on the above two wrecks from World War II, SS De Klerk and USS Salute, it is obvious that Labuan was a hot spot during that period. Occupied by the Japanese 37th Army for more than three years (1942 - 1945), the Allied forces headed by the Australian Army, launched an attack to repossess the island, starting with its airstrip. Within four days, most of the main island, including its main town Victoria, was secured by the Allied forces. This caused Japan to surrender, and it was done formally at a spot now known as Surrender Point, near Layang-Layangan Beach. Surrender Point is located within Peace Park, a park built by the government of Japan in 1982 as a memorial to peace and to preserve the memory of Japanese soldiers who fought and fell on this island, as well as civilians who perished as a result of the war. Centrepiece of the park is a large mound with two prominent curved walls ringed by tropical rocks and pavilions, not unlike a Japanese AU GUST 2 018 | M ALIND OM AG | 19
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garden. This Labuan Peace Park is one of three Peace Parks in the world that is built by the Japanese government.
Labuan War Cemetery
Erected by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, the Labuan War Cemetery is the final resting place for 3,908 war heroes who were killed during the Japanese invasion of Borneo in the early 1940s. More than half of these graves are identified. They included Commonwealth soldiers from Malaya, Australia, New Zealand, Britain and India, Prisoners of War, as well as those who perished from the Sandakan Death Marches. Believed to be the largest war grave in Southeast Asia, among those who are buried here are Victoria Cross medal recipients, Sergeant Thomas Currie Derrick (1914–1945) and Corporal John Bernard Mackey (1922–1945). Every year, a delegation of Australia and New Zealand war veterans, descendants and friends, alongside local leaders, attend the annual Remembrance Day at Labuan World War II Memorial, located within the grounds of the cemetery.
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Duty-Free Shopping Haven
Labuan’s duty-free status is a major attraction for tourists, as they enjoy exemptions of custom duty on a range of imported goods, including confectionery, textile, leather products, liquor, perfume, pearl, cigarettes and dive equipment. Is it any surprise that Labuan is a shopaholic’s haven? With the scheduled completion of the RM70 million BVO Premium Outlet, Malaysia’s first duty-free premium outlet in the first quarter of 2019, the Federal Territory will be elevated into a premier tourism destination.
Hidden Gem
Labuan is very much unexplored when it comes to tourism. There is still plenty to see and do, even if water activities, history and shopping are not interesting enough for some. Did you know that one of Labuan’s best kept secrets is its glorious sunset? It has to be seen to believe!
Getting there Malindo Air flies to LABUAN 7x weekly. Book your flights online at malindoair.com
Emily is a Social Media Manager who tries to travel as and when her schedule permits. This avid traveller nourishes her soul through exploring new places and gaining different experiences. She writes her blog: http://www.emily2u. com, which has been recognised by the Perak State Government of Malaysia for promoting the state as a premier travel destination of the country.
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Getting To Know By Zeenee Coogan Myanmar is nicknamed Land of Golden Pagodas, so it is no surprise that this lively country is home to the celebrated Shwedagon Pagoda. Apart from visiting the holiest Buddhist pagoda in Yangon, Myanmar, there are a lot of other attractions the city has to offer. While tourism has been encouraged since 1992, it is only over the last few years that there has been an influx of visitors to the country. Yangon (also known as Rangoon) is the biggest city in Myanmar, home to over 6 million people and it is a commercial and political hub. As the city develops, the Yangon skyline is continuously changing with skyscrapers and condominiums. Despite this move towards modernisation, the city’s infrastructure is trying to keep up. While Yangon is no longer the capital of Myanmar (that honour has been given to Nay Pyi Taw), it remains the country’s largest city, as well as its intellectual heart. And with Yangon’s golden pagodas, colonialera buildings, pulsating markets, and a delightful downtown area, it is no surprise the city is experiencing a rush of tourism. Most travellers visit the Shwedagon Pagoda, Chaukhtatgyi Buddha, Taukkyan War Cemetery, and Botahtaung Pagoda. These are all great destinations, but there are numerous other sites and activities in Yangon that are worth checking out, too; these alternatives are often less crowded and less touristy than the destinations on the main tourist trail.
Sule Pagoda
The Shwedagon Pagoda is breathtaking and unquestionably
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worth a visit when you are in Yangon, but do not miss the Sule Pagoda. This stupa is known in part for its unique location: it sits in heart of downtown, right in the centre of a large roundabout filled with heavy traffic, making the walk to the site a bit nerve-wracking. Once you are in, however, you can relax and enjoy its beauty. Around 2,500 years old, the golden, octagonal pagoda is surrounded by several smaller stupas, 10 bronze bells, and eight Buddha images; it also houses a hair relic of the Gautama Buddha. The Sule Pagoda was used as the centre of town planning during the
British colonial era and as a meeting point for Burmese royalty. Up the road is Yangon’s very own Chinatown. Located downtown, most of the affordable accommodations can be found here. The local life and street markets come alive every day. Feel free to observe the locals selling clothes, longyi, local fruits and produce along the side of the roads. It is quite an organised chaos. Within this area, there are 3 places of worship to visit (a mosque, Hindu temple and Buddhist temple).
Train Instead of a Taxi
Want to catch a glimpse of daily life
VOYAGE | YAN GO N , MYAN M M AR
in Yangon away from the chaotic commercial centre? Hop on the Circle Line Train, a slow train that circles Yangon, covering 45.9 kilometres of track and passing through 39 stations. This three-hour ride delivers spectacular views of the surrounding landscape and opportunities to mingle with locals (and possibly nonhuman passengers like chickens). The Circle Line Train runs daily from Yangon Central Railway Station and departs every 45 minutes to an hour.
Reasonable, Delicious, Authentic Meals
Mandalay Restaurant at Belmond Governor’s Residence is one of the most popular restaurants for tourists in Yangon. This fine dining establishment is located at the pool area of the hotel and serves both Burmese and European cuisine. While you can certainly get a fantastic meal at Mandalay Restaurant, why not eat where the locals do? Aung Thuka, located at 17 (A), West Shwe Gon Daing Road, near the Shwedagon Pagoda, is a local favourite. They serve a wide range of Burmese dishes, from curries made with various meats to fish to fresh salads. Although not much English is spoken here, the staff is friendly and will help you select good dishes. On the surrounding banks of Karaweik Lake are boundless food and beverage options, mainly catering to the local or various South East Asian region cuisine. If you fancy a cafe out of the ordinary, YGN Bus Cafe is a converted bus cafe serving up some delicious frappes. Floating on the east shore of the lake is the centrepiece, Karaweik Palace, which is now a rehabilitated restaurant enjoying cultural entertainment while dining. Tip: Do not miss out on the local delicacies – chicken feet salad, fish soup rice noodle (Mohinga), Burmese rice, Burmese paratha, Nutrient, Shan Tohu noodle (Tohu Nway), Fried Tohu
Getting there Malindo Air flies to YANGON 7x weekly. Book your flights online at malindoair.com
This three-hour ride delivers spectacular views of the surrounding landscape and opportunities to mingle with locals (and possibly nonhuman passengers like chickens).
Picture from livingnomads.com
(Thoke), Myae Oh Myee Shae (Claypot Noodle) and fried Burmese Tempura
Shop at Bogyoke Aung San Market
Instead of hitting one of the modern malls popping up around Yangon, try the Bogyoke Aung San Market. Housing over 2,000 shops selling clothes, handicrafts, and jewellery (including rare gemstones and jade), it can get hot and crowded in this 100-year-old market. While there are other local markets scattered across the city, this is by far the largest. Apart from selling fabrics and souvenirs, there are local food shacks located between the alleys serving up local cuisine and fresh fruits while you dine on little plastic stools and tables. It is common to see Burmese women sporting a pale-yellow paste on their cheeks. This paste is known as thanaka made from ground bark and is used for cosmetic purposes and as a sunscreen. There are several stores selling this product. Alternatively, if you ask, they may let you try it. Tip: If you are planning on taking the taxi, consider the traffic – especially if you are going from Downtown Yangon to the Bus Station or Airport.
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Zeenee Coogan is a journalist turned publicist who is sought after by event organisers for her experience with the media. Her love for music and food takes her around the world, sometimes settling her in a country for weeks, enabling her to fully explore her surroundings. Follow her on Instagram @zeeneeshri AU GUST 2 018 | M ALIND OM AG | 25
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Holiday Villa Beach Resort & Spa Cherating Kerteh, Malaysia From RM190 per room per night The captivating resort is located on one of Malaysia’s most popular and finest beaches amidst lavish exotic greenery, manicured gardens, and wildlife. The Holiday Villa Beach Resort & Spa Cherating has a varied food selection from high-quality dining opportunities to delight diverse cravings. Fresh seafood is readily available in front of restaurants at the Lagenda restaurant and for something much heartier, Mario’s steakhouse is the place to go.
Integrating an elegant atmosphere with top-notch features, the Holiday Villa Beach Resort & Spa Cherating has an outside swimming pool, a sauna, and a jacuzzi. The hotel is busiest between the months of May and September when travelers can see gigantic leatherback turtles go back to the beach to lay their eggs. The resort also provides a spa and comfy rooms with room service is readily available around the clock.
Swiss-Belinn Medan, Indonesia From RM144 per room per night Swiss-Belinn Medan is a threestar international hotel offers business or leisure travellers all the comforts and amenities of an international standard hotel blended with warm local hospitality to make your stay a memorable and enjoyable one. The hotel is 30km away from the Kualanamu International Airport, making it the ideal option for both business and leisure travellers who are looking for affordable yet convenient accommodation in Medan.
Hotel Janpath, Bangalore, India From RM78 per room per night Well-placed in the business, restaurants, shopping area of Bangalore city, Hotel Janpath provides a most conducive spot for you to take a break from your busy days. The excitement of the city center is only 3 km away. With its convenient location, the hotel offers easy access to the city’s must-see destinations. Offering hotel guests superior 26 | M ALIND OM AG | AU GUST 2 018
services and a broad range of amenities, Hotel Janpath is committed to ensuring that your stay is as comfortable as possible. This hotel offers numerous on-site facilities to satisfy even the most discerning guest. Whatever your reason for visiting Bangalore, the Hotel Janpath is the perfect venue for an exhilarating and exciting break away.
Comprising Superior, Deluxe, Superior Deluxe and President Suites the hotel’s 180 stylish guestrooms feature a minimalist design combined with a warm ambience for a pleasant home away from home feeling. Savor the selection of international and local dishes in the Barelo restaurant, lounge and bar. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The lounge is a stylish place to sit back and relax with delightful snacks, cocktails and mocktails served from the bar.
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M ALIND O H O LIDAYS | M EL B O UR NE , AUSTR ALI A
Melbourne, more than anywhere else in Australia, is known for its vibrant street life. Whether it is relaxing, dining, people watching or shopping, Melbourne seems to have it all in a colourful and artistic heritage environment. Interested in exploring Melbourne but wary of the cost? Worry not – with Malindo Holidays, you can choose the perfect hotel best suited for you and your family. This month we are honoured to present to you Jasper Hotel. Located In the heart of the Melbourne Central Business District and part of the Free Tram Zone, Jasper Hotel offers unmatched access to city transport options and shopping destinations. The historic and sprawling Queen Victoria Markets – a must-visit – is just a short stroll away on the north-west fringe of the city centre while other attractions, such the Melbourne Central, Bourke Street Mall and the newer Emporium Melbourne complex, are within an easy walk. Each of the 90 rooms in the 4-star hotel is colourcoded and inspired, it turns out, by the Jasper gemstone, after which the property is named. The neutral tones, soft lighting, and stylish furnishings provide all the 28 | M ALIND OM AG | AU GUST 2 018
rooms a tranquil atmosphere. Whether it is for work or play, the hotel offers the perfect place to relax in the heart of the city. With the majority of seasonal, free range and organic ingredients coming straight from Queen Vic Market, Jasper Kitchen offers meals with a focus on freshness and simplicity. The hotel’s all-day menu caters to big appetites and light grazers alike. For groups both small and large, Jasper Hotel offers the ability to pre-order lunch so that it will be ready as you arrive! Find out why Melbourne is the world’s most livable city and discover its combination of world-class dining, art galleries, and home-grown fashion. Head on over to malindoholidays.com and browse through our list of hotels and packages to find the perfect one for you. We have over 200,000 hotels for you to choose from, ranging from budget to luxury. Find weekly discounts on our websites for flight + hotel packages.
Getting there Malindo Air flies to MELBOURNE 14x weekly. Book your flights online at malindoair.com
Jasper Hotel, Melbourne with Malindo Holidays
By Reshma Nair
M ALIND O H O LIDAYS | TAIPEI , TAI WAN
Scenic Views from Gloria Prince Hotel, Taipei. Taipei’s oddness is one of its charms and in many ways this 300-yearold city is like a living museum. The beautiful temples are the setting for colourful folk festivals and as far as culinary delights are concerned, visitors can enjoy regional specialties from all parts of China! Malindo Holidays has numerous hotels all around Taipei for you to choose from and the other special hotel that we would like to introduce to you this month is the Gloria Prince Hotel Taipei. Gloria Prince Hotel Taipei has always made caring service its mission, and the hotel’s attentive service aims to help you feel right at home. Located in Taipei City’s Zhongshan District, Gloria Prince Hotel Taipei is conveniently situated just a short walk from Taipei Metro, making it a premier choice for both business and leisure travellers. The rooms at Gloria Prince Hotel Taipei are famous for their comfort and elegance. With an interior design emphasizing simplicity, the hotel boasts 220 rooms in seven different categories to satisfy the needs of a diverse range of guests. The hotel also understands the various kinds of spaces needed by their guests and lets you choose the size and plans that best fit your needs, making sure your important events go off without a hitch. From international conferences and corporate seminars to training sessions, the well-appointed spaces and meal services will ensure your events are both efficient
and comfortable. Foodies that visit Gloria Prince Hotel Taipei would not leave with their taste buds disappointed, thanks to L’idiot Bakery and L’idiot Restaurant, located on the hotel’s first floor. The much-loved L’idiot Bakery creates hand-kneaded baked goods using imported flour and other natural ingredients including fresh vegetables and imported dried fruits. A wide range of bread, cakes, and other pastries are available fresh-made each day in limited quantities, giving guests, visitors, and local residents healthy and delicious dining options.
Meanwhile, Fudy Chen heads up the team at L’idiot Restaurant, where diners can indulge in dry-aged steak surrounded by a beautiful rose-salt brick interior. Plan ahead and grab the early bird deal at Taipei today. You could even create your own travel list and book weekly affordable flight + hotel deals at Malindo Holidays. Browse through the malindoholidays.com website and find the perfect hotel for you. We have over 200,000 hotels worldwide for you to choose from, ranging from budget to luxury. So, hurry and book your flight + hotel packages today!
Getting there Malindo Air flies to TAIPEI 14x weekly. Book your flights online at malindoair.com
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CO NNECT | FEAST : SUAY R ESTAUR ANT , PHU K ET
Phuket’s Suay Restaurant
By Sudipto De
Modern Thai food is all the rage now as chefs trained in the Europe are combining contemporary cooking styles with Thai flavours. One of these is Chef Noi Tammasang Choothong. After finishing his training at the Uberkingen Culinary School is Germany, he honed his skills all over the world before returning to Thailand to open his own restaurant, Suay in the holiday island of Phuket, Thailand. Set in a relaxed yet elegant vibe, the restaurant lives up to its motto of being sassy, unique, authentic and yummy. The menu features a number of sprightly, refreshing cocktails that will have you all refreshed and ready for your meal. The tom yum rum coke features the fiery flavours so commonly found in the tom yum in the rum and coke sweet combo that is a cult classic all over the world. The Suay Sunset on the other hand features Tequila with Aperol mixed with Rice Berries. There is a free flow of tropical fruits in the cocktails as the Lychee Kiss, Passion Fruit Martini and Pink Pomelo Mojito ensures that the sweet, tangy flavours are never in shortage. As for the food, Suay features an eclectic mix of traditional Thai and European flavours.
The Thai salads includes a grilled rib eye steak marinated with coriander seeds and Thai green papaya. Chef Noi’s international cooking style comes to the fore with the Thai styled salmon ceviche served out with assorted crispy mushrooms and chilli lime dressing. His techniques are also displayed in the specialities. The grilled sous vide duck breast served with stir fried green asparagus in hot basil sauce combines the best of two worlds. One dish that exemplifies the best of his European cooking is the charcoal grilled beef tenderloin served pan seared with a foie gras (duck liver) truffle sauce, spring vegetables and parmesan french fries. But he also displays his proficiency in Thai food with a braised beef cheek in massaman curry, coconut gnocchi, edamame bean salsa & cashew nuts. There is also a pad thai made with a soft shelled crab that you must plan to try out. The menu also features a range of tacos and pastas. The eccentric ones of them are the cajun prawn and even a tandoori chicken taco that his Indian guests will truly enjoy. SUAY at Phuket Town some of the best modern Thai food you can find while visiting Thailand.
Getting there Malindo Air flies to PHUKET 7x weekly. Book your flights online at malindoair.com
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INDULGE | SPA
IMPIANA SPAS IN BALI PRANA SPA The multi award-winning Prana Spa is one of the largest spas on the island of Bali. Prana, unlike any other, has been designed with a strong influence of Indian & Middle Eastern exotic architecture. Inspired by the legendary Moguls of Rajasthan, the designers of Prana Spa sought to blend Indian Palatial complexity with Moroccan rustic simplicity. Strategically located on Seminyak, Bali’s most stylish and home to a host of private villas, top dining spots and fashion boutiques, Prana Spa re-creates the “journey” through the scared Eastern traditions of health and beauty, once upon a time the famous ritual of the ancient kings and queens of the ancient Morrocco, Middle East and India. Whether under a tented ceiling or an elaborate hand painted canvas, Prana Spa’s exquisite treatment rooms are the perfect space to relax completely under the expertly trained hands of its professional therapist. Prana Spa signature treatments include Ayurvedic, Prana’s Massages, Beauty & Body Treatments, and Facials. Ask for the unique Prana Spa packages for your total spa retreat.
PRANA SPA LUXURIOUS PRIVATE SUITE The Prana Spa Luxurious Private Suite is an intimate indulgence surrounded by luxury. Guest has a choice of either the perfectly designed Private Suite Spa Indulgences or the customise experience to choose from simply lounge, feast or soak. The modern amenities meet the decadent mysteries of the most exotic era in history, living our guest’s inhibitions behind and allow their imagination free reign as they journey back to ancient Persia, Egypt, India, Morocco and the Middle East. CELEBRATIONS & EVENTS
Getting there
Packages with Accommodation
Malindo Air flies to BALI 28x weekly. Book your flights online at malindoair.com
The Exotic Honeymoon Bliss, a three-night couple getaway, is the most magical honeymoon experience possible with all the special touches of luxury and pampering that Impiana Private Villas Seminyak is renowned for.
The Hens Party Getaway is a great time out from your busy prewedding planning and enjoy some special girl pampering time with your bridesmaids before you say “I Do”.
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ADV ENTUR E | HIK IN G IN H O N G KO N G
Hong Kong is quite popular for hiking but surprisingly not many avid hikers have this bustling city of angels on their bucket list. Renowned for awesome food and city madness, Hong Kong’s 42 hiking trails are often overlooked by tourists as they flock to Lantau Island in a cable car, have some fun at Disneyland or check out animals at Oceanpark. With so many things to see and do in Hong Kong, it is easy to miss the epic treks and tracks as you juggle from one popular attraction to another. The popular hikes in Hong Kong include, but are not limited to – The Dragon’s Back, Victoria’s Peak, Po Toi, Violet Hill, Lions Rock, Lantau Peak trail and more. However, try some offbeat hikes to steer away from the crowds. Even though the tourists are not often seen hitting the trails, locals are getting their daily dose of adrenaline, exercise and adventure there. So, if you do not want to be overwhelmed by sheer numbers – skip the popular trails. Two hikes you can try for uncrowded paths and spectacular 360 degree city views are – Suicide Cliff at Kowloon Peak and the 2100 stairs to Mount High West. Suicide Cliff has many paths heading to the top and you can choose to take a safe semi-paved route or an off-the-grid non-visible path in the bushes. If you choose to be adventurous and take the route less travelled, be wary of snakes and falls. Wear comfortable clothing and footwear, carry two litres of water and trek carefully to the top. Once at the nose of the cliff, either walk very slowly or crawl to the edge as there 32 | M ALIND OM AG | AU GUST 2 018
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have been a few accidents at that spot –it is not worth being careless for a selfie! The Mount High west hike via the stairs which trail up from Rock Hill road, are a nightmare. They are well paved but the route can be tricky if you do not read or save the directions beforehand online. Plus, 2100 is a lot of stairs which you might realise as you slowly pace up. With plenty of
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rest stops and city views, it is pretty much an interesting and fun day hike in Hong Kong.
Getting there Malindo Air flies to HONG KONG 7x weekly. Book your flights online at malindoair.com
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Eraman Rocks Its th with Style
25 Anniversary Fans and patrons of Eraman, Malaysia’s largest airport travel retail and duty free brand operated by Malaysia Airports, has a chance to win two new Mercedes Benz CLA Coupe 200 AMG Line as part of the new 2018 Eraman Shopping Extravaganza #25AmazingYears Contest. The announcement marks the many exciting offerings available instore in conjunction with the company’s 25th anniversary celebration. With prizes totalling more than RM1.2 million, the Eraman Shopping Extravaganza #25AmazingYears Contest 2018 kicked off with a bang at Kuala Lumpur International Airport. With a minimum spend of RM350 at any Eraman participating outlets, customers will stand a chance to win not one but two luxury cars and many lucrative prizes. Other prizes include international holiday packages for two to Scotland, Austria, and Switzerland, gift vouchers, designer handbags and jewellery as well as points for Petron Miles Card. The Contest, offering a range of promotional activities with a strong selection of global and local brands to suit travellers of all budgets, aims to effectively tap into the number of international and local travellers patronising
the airports, boost awareness of Eraman outlets and increase brand presence. With the campaigns’ impressive performance in the past, this four-month campaign – from 1 July until 31 October 2018,
is projected to record a doubledigit revenue growth for Eraman. As Eraman embarks on its 25th year, the brand continues to strive hard in ensuring that its relationship with travel industry partners and brand owners is further strengthened. Partners such as Diageo PLC (representing Johnnie Walker and other brands such as The Singleton of Glendullan, Smirnoff and Bailey’s Irish Cream), Malayan Banking Berhad and Petron International Sdn Bhd have been roped in for this campaign to help grow the Eraman brand further in the travel retail and duty free industry. During the campaign, 200 lucky Malayan Banking Berhad winners will receive RM250 cash
rebate which will be awarded back to the Maybank card member. New and existing Petron Miles card members will receive 350 Petron Miles points with a purchase of RM350 and above during the campaign. The ERAMAN Shopping Extravaganza #25AmazingYears Contest 2018 is held at all Eraman participating outlets, except Express at KLIA and klia2.
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DID YO U K N OW
Did You Know? Airport control tower windows must be angled at precisely 15 degrees from vertical at the top to decrease reflections from both inside and outside the tower.
Airplanes typically fly at an altitude of around 35,000 feet. If Earth were the size of a desktop globe, a plane at that height would be flying at only 1/10 of an inch off the surface.
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Airplanes typically fly at an altitude of around 35,000 feet. If Earth were the size of a desktop globe, a plane at that height would be flying at only 1/10 of an inch off the surface.
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Turbulence is caused by several factors, including jet streams and masses of rising hot air. Other causes include currents from storms, other planes, or air passing over mountains.
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Autopilot is usually turned on during most of an airplane flight. The computer can make more precise adjustments, which leads to better fuel efficiency (except during turbulence).
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Commercial airport runways are typically 2 to 4 feet thick with layers of asphalt. Taxiways are usually thinner, with around 18 inches of concrete.
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Stay, Play, Eat and Meet at Cinta Sayang Resort
Getting there Malindo Air flies to ALOR SETAR 55x weekly. Book your flights online at malindoair.com
Cinta Sayang Resort lies close to the city of Sungai Petani in the state of Kedah, which is situated in northern Malaysia. It sits on a large, flat plot of 77 hectares with several lakes and the Gunung Jerai in the background, which is part of the Cinta Sayang Resort. Compared to the previous ambience, the rooms in Cinta Sayang Resort is now decorated to suit the modern lifestyle. The rooms are renovated with breath taking designs and modern furnitures. The rooms’ interior also gave it a relaxing feeling suitable for leisure or business travellers. Cinta Sayang Resort now has two F&B outlets with great ambience. On weekends, guests can enjoy steamboat at CS Café. Chips & Bites, positioned as Retro Bar, will bring out the retro mood in each of us. Featuring a variety of cocktails and a retro ambience, the bar will surely lift your mood! The main part of the resort is the golf course. Cinta Sayang Resort boasts the first 18-hole course in Kedah with a practice area in which golfers can hang around at the club’s own driving range and putting green to practice. Cinta Sayang Resort have a wide array of facilities ranging from a golf-course, to a nearby waterpark, and a top-notch dining experience. Indulge in their all-day dining cafe set in a modern industrial setting that is offering a great fusion of Western menu after a day of golfing, or sightseeing.
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MALINDO AIR Aircraft Model B737 (Scale 1:130)
Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Miniature Set
Come visit the Jean Paul Gaultier factory in this travel exclusive set. The power and freshness of mint. Lavender, evoking the familiar, comforting scent of shaving soap, is transformed by the sensuality of vanilla. This travel exclusive set, contains 4 individually boxed miniature - 2 Le Male EDT and 2 Le Male Essence de Parfum. Perfect for gifting. 4 x 7ml. $52 MYR208
This aircraft model is exquisitely crafted with large curved winglets (Sharklets). Makes a great gift. US$33 MYR132
Skoss World Adapter Classic USB
The original from SKROSS enables travellers from all over the world to connect their unearthed 2-pole devices in more than 150 countries and is equipped with a powerful USB port. Both ungrounded 2-pole appliances and USB devices can be charged from an electrical socket. Comes with an integrated fuse. The Swiss design ensures the safest and most compact adapter worldwide. Power rating 100V 250W / 250V 625W. USB-Charger output: 5V / 1000mA. $30 MYR120
LiP Smacker Coca-Cola Flavoured Lip Balm Collection
The authentic taste of your favourite beverage flavours in lip balms that are as good for your lips as they taste. Designed around the classic Coca-Cola can, this fun and collectable tin box includes six Lip Smackers; Coca-Cola Classic, Coca-Cola Vanilla, Coca-Cola Cherry, Sprite, Fanta Orange and Fanta Strawberry. The perfect gift for all those who loves lip balms. $18 MYR72 3 6 | M ALIND OM AG | AU GUST 2 018
YO UR VO ICE IS O UR DR IV E
Your Voice is
Our Drive “Malindo, Thank you for getting us from Brisbane to Denpasar on Friday night, No one else flew out of Brisbane that day. The staff at Brisbane were amazing and did everything they could to get us to Bali (29th June 2017) - Lisa Hoole-Notley
“I traveled by Malindo on 1st July from Phnom Penh to kula lumpur and from there to Mumbai. It was my first experience with you .let me express my feeling that I am very much impressed and happy by your staff. You are the best in hospitality and kind. Many many congratulations and best wish for your future business.you are the best in your segment .love you” (1st July 2018) - Rishikesh Trivedi “@malindoair keep it up ! Happy to fly with you from ATQ-DPS and return. Legroom, excellent IFE and fresh tasting meals. Ground company at ATQ took 1 hour to unload baggage on carousel, pls work with them to improve baggage delivery. Overall loved your inflight ops.” (2nd July 2018) - Yogesh Kamra
“We wish to thank all our passenger for the sincere compliments and feedback. If you would like to share your thoughts with us, kindly email mmag@malindoair.com. Once again, thank you for your continous support towards Malindo Air.”
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MOVIE
HOLLYWOOD
Isle of Dogs DIRECTOR: Wes Anderson CAST: Bryan Cranston, Scarlett Johansson, Edward Norton GENRE: Animation, Adventure, Comedy LANGUAGES: English SYNOPSIS: ‘Isle of Dogs’ tells the story of Atari Kobayashi, 12-year-old ward to corrupt Mayor Kobayashi. When, by Executive Decree, all the canine pets of Megasaki City are exiled to a vast garbage-dump, Atari sets off to Trash Island in search of his bodyguard-dog, Spots.
The Blind Side DIRECTOR: John Lee Hancock CAST: Sandra Bullock, Tim McGraw, Kathy Bates GENRE: Drama LANGUAGES: English SYNOPSIS: Teenager Michael Oher is virtually homeless when he is taken in by Leigh Anne Tuohy and her family. As Michael becomes more and more integrated into the Tuohy family, he begins to flourish, leading to opportunities he never could have imagined.
Invictus
Tomb Raider DIRECTOR: Roar Uthaug CAST: Alicia Vikander, Dominic West, Walton Goggins GENRE: Action, Adventure LANGUAGES: English SYNOPSIS: Lara Croft is the fiercely independent daughter of an adventurer who vanished when she was a teen. Now, she is leaving London behind to search for her dad’s last-known destination: a fabled tomb off the coast of Japan. 42 | M ALIND OM AG | AU GUST 2 018
DIRECTOR: Clint Eastwood CAST: Morgan Freeman, Matt Damon, Tony Kgoroge GENRE: Drama LANGUAGES: English SYNOPSIS: The inspiring true story of how Nelson Mandela joined forces with Francois Pienaar, the captain of South Africa’s rugby team, to help unite their racially and economically divided country.
IN - FLIGHT | ENTERTAIN M ENT | MOV IES
Maze Runner: The Death Cure
The Greatest Showman
DIRECTOR: Wes Ball CAST: Dylan O’Brien, Kaya Scodelario, Thomas Brodie GENRE: Action, Science-Fiction, Thriller LANGUAGES: English
DIRECTOR: Michael Gracey CAST: Hugh Jackman, Michelle Williams, Zac Efron GENRE: Drama, Biography LANGUAGES: English
SYNOPSIS: A deadly virus has decimated the world’s population. But the cure comes by sacrificing the people left who are immune. Thomas must now band together with fellow survivors to free the test subjects.
SYNOPSIS: Inspired by America’s original popculture impresario, P.T. Barnum, comes a rags-to-riches tale of a dreamer who rose from nothing to prove that life itself can be the most thrilling show of all.
Going in Style
Storks
DIRECTOR: Zach Braff CAST: Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine, Alan Arkin GENRE: Comedy LANGUAGES: English
DIRECTOR: Nicholas Stoller, Doug Sweetland CAST: Andy Samberg, Katie Crown, Kelsey Grammer GENRE: Comedy, Adventure LANGUAGES: English
SYNOPSIS: Three lifelong buddies risk it all when their pension fund becomes a corporate casualty. Desperate to pay the bills, the three embark on a daring bid to rob the very bank that absconded with their money.
SYNOPSIS: Storks no longer deliver babies but now deliver packages. But when an order for a baby appears, they they must scramble to make their first baby-drop.
Murder on the Orient Express
Justice League
DIRECTOR: Kenneth Branagh CAST: Kenneth Branagh, Daisy Ridley, Judi Dench GENRE: Crime, Drama, Mystery LANGUAGES: English
DIRECTOR: Zack Snyder CAST: Ben Affleck, Gal Gadot, Ezra Miller GENRE: Action, Adventure LANGUAGES: English
SYNOPSIS: Renowned detective Hercule Poirot investigates the murder of a wealthy American travelling on the most famous train in the world, in a new film adaptation of Agatha Christie’s classic novel.
SYNOPSIS: Bruce Wayne enlists the help of his newfound ally, Diana Prince, to face an even greater enemy. Together, Batman and Wonder Woman work quickly to find and recruit a team of metahumans to stand against this newly awakened threat.
Our Shining Days
Mrs K
DIRECTOR: Ran Wang CAST: Lu Xu, Ming Jie Luo, Yong Xi Liu GENRE: Comedy, Music LANGUAGES: Mandarin
DIRECTOR: Yu Hang Ho CAST: Kara Wai, Simon Yam, Wu Bai GENRE: Action LANGUAGES: Cantonese
SYNOPSIS: To win the heart of the leader of the Classical Orchestra, wacky sophomore student Jing teams up with her buddy You to form a Chinese music ensemble along with a bunch of cosplaying outcasts..
SYNOPSIS: Suburban housewife Mrs K’s past comes back to haunt her when an ex-cop tries to blackmail her and her daughter is kidnapped. Now, Mrs K is forced out of her sheltered life to face an old enemy.
CHINESE
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INDONESIAN
MALAYSIAN
BOLLYWOOD
PUNJABI Posesif
Kirdar-E-Sardar
DIRECTOR: Edwin CAST: Putri Marino, Adipati Dolken, Griselda Agatha GENRE: Drama, Romance LANGUAGES: Indonesian
DIRECTOR: Jatinder Singh Jeetu CAST: Nav Bajwa, Neha Pawar, K S Makhan, Dolly Bindra GENRE: Action, Drama LANGUAGES: Punjabi
SYNOPSIS: Lala falls for a new student at her school, Yudhis. Whilst with Yudhis, she feels like she’s been freed from the boredom of routine, but the relationship proves complicated…
SYNOPSIS: Fateh Singh, is a skilled boxer but wastes his time in frivolous pursuits. When faced with the truth about his father’s courageous past, Fateh decides to carry forward his father’s legacy with utmost determination and in the process, fight a perennial social evil.
Ana Anak Ibu
MALAYALAM
Villain
DIRECTOR: Ghaz Abu Bakar CAST: Datin Seri Umie Aida, Puteri Balqish GENRE: Drama LANGUAGES: Malay
DIRECTOR: B. Unnikrishnan CAST: Mohanlal, Vishal, Manju Warrier, Hansika GENRE: Drama LANGUAGES: Malayalam
SYNOPSIS: Jannah and Mazlan’s daughter, Ana, is diagnosed with stage four liver cancer, but they decide not to tell the young girl that she is ill. When they find a list of three wishes that Ana has made, they set out to fulfil their child’s last requests.
SYNOPSIS: Troubled by his past, ADGP Matthew Manjooran is on the cusp of voluntary retirement, when he is called in to investigate a string of murders. As he is drawn into a deadly cat-and-mouse game, Manjooran discovers the killer is as crafty as he is destructive.
Golmaal Again!!!
Jab Harry Met Sejal
DIRECTOR: Rohit Shetty CAST: Ajay Devgn, Parineeti Chopra, Tabu, Arshad Warsi GENRE: Comedy LANGUAGES: Hindi
DIRECTOR: Imtiaz Ali CAST: Shah Rukh Khan, Anushka Sharma GENRE: Romance, Comedy LANGUAGES: Hindi
SYNOPSIS: A bunch of five childhood friends, revisit their former orphanage in Ooty, to pay homage to their deceased mentor. However, once there, they discover the presence of a resident ghost and that an unscrupulous lot plan to take over the orphanage!
SYNOPSIS: When Sejal loses her engagement ring on a family trip to Europe, she hires the services of tour guide Harry, to accompany her on her quest for the missing heirloom. As the two revisit the spots she had been to with her family, the journey takes quite an unexpected turn.
TAMIL
TELUGU Karuppan
Jai Lava Kusa
DIRECTOR: R. Panneerselvam CAST: Vijay Sethupathi, Bobby Simha, Tanya, Pasupathy GENRE: Drama LANGUAGES: Tamil
DIRECTOR: K. S. Ravindra CAST: N. T. Rama Rao Jr., Raashi Khanna, Nivetha Thomas GENRE: Action, Drama LANGUAGES: Telugu
SYNOPSIS: Karuppan is a Jallikattu enthusiast and is promised Anbu’s hand in marriage by her brother Maayi, if Karuppan can tame an unruly bull. Anbu and Karuppan end up getting married, much to the chagrin of another suitor, Kathir. What ensues, is a dramatic sequence of events.
SYNOPSIS: Identical triplets, Jai, Lava and Kusa are separated at a young age, due to a fire caused by the often mistreated, Jai. Years later, the siblings who have chosen separate paths, happen to meet again under the most unusual circumstances. What will the consequences be this time?
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AUDIO BOOKS Bull’s Eye
Comedy Box Set 1
GENRE: Audio Books LANGUAGES: English
Young Sheldon Season 1 Episode 1 Episode 8 GENRE: Comedy LANGUAGES: English
Comedy Box Set 2
SYNOPSIS: For 9-year-old Sheldon Cooper, being a once-ina-generation mind capable of advanced mathematics and science isn’t always helpful. While the gifted and somewhat naive Sheldon deals with the world, his very normal family must find a way to deal with him.
The Big Bang Theory Season 10 Episode 11 Episode 18 GENRE: Comedy LANGUAGES: English SYNOPSIS: Leonard and Sheldon are brilliant physicists - geniuses in the laboratory, but socially challenged everywhere else. Enter their beautiful, streetsmart neighbour, Penny, who aims to teach them a thing or two about life.
SYNOPSIS: Clarity, Focus, and Concentration: Three strong attributes needed to hit the bull’s eye! ‘Bull’s Eye’ will teach you how to unleash your powers for success, and accomplish more in the next few months than many people do in a lifetime.
Famous People in History 2 GENRE: Audio Books LANGUAGES: English SYNOPSIS: Here are nine outstanding men and women who made a special contribution to our history and civilisation in very different fields, from leadership and scientific discoveries, to music and art. Featured luminaries include Mahatma GandhiI, Isaac Newton & Madame Marie Curie.
The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs GENRE: Audio Books LANGUAGES: English SYNOPSIS: Whether he was introducing the latest iPad or delivering a keynote presentation, Steve Jobs electrified audiences with his incomparable style and showmanship. Now you can do it too, by learning the techniques that made Jobs the most captivating communicator on the world stage.
KIDS The Road Runner Show: Scrambled Aches, Hawaiian Aye Aye, Dr Jerkyl’s Hide GENRE: Kids LANGUAGES: English SYNOPSIS: Beep-Beep evades Wile E. Coyote’s traps. Vacationing in Hawaii, Tweety hires a dogfish to protect him from Sylvester. Sylvester takes refuge in Dr Jerkyl’s house and is transformed into a monster.
ThunderCats: Exodus GENRE: Kids LANGUAGES: English SYNOPSIS: From beyond any known galaxy, bringing with them the laws and ideals of their doomed planet, Thundera, come the ThunderCats.
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PODCAST
Lifestyle
Game Plan - How to Trick Yourself Into Retiring a Multimillionaire LANGUAGES: English SYNOPSIS: It’s not our fault that most of us are bad at saving. Steve Wendel, a behavioural scientist, explains how we’re wired to make bad retirement decisions. He teaches us how to take advantage of our shortcomings as humans and trick ourselves into saving for the future.
Guardian - How a new technology is changing the lives of people who cannot speak LANGUAGES: English SYNOPSIS: Millions of people are deprived of the power of speech by illness, injury or lifelong conditions. Can the creation of bespoke digital voices transform their ability to communicate? Let’s find out.
DOCUMENTARY Top Dive Sites : Thailand
A House Of It’s Time: Indonesia: Javanese Eclectic and the New Indies Style GENRE: Documentary LANGUAGES: English
GENRE: Lifestyle LANGUAGES: English
SYNOPSIS: We survey the houses of Kotagede and Bandung in Indonesia. There, two different styles emerge: the New Indies Dutch, and the Eclectic houses. Both are visually striking and show a wealth of architectural designs.
SYNOPSIS: A stunning guide to the best dive sites in Thailand, one of Asia’s top dive destinations.
Secret Lives of the Super Rich : The Priciest Mansion in Hawaii & Mayweather’s Supercar
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SPORTS Road to the 2018 FIFA World Cup: Episode 1
GENRE: Lifestyle LANGUAGES: English
GENRE: Sports LANGUAGES: English
SYNOPSIS: Get an exclusive look inside a $70 million mega-home in Hawaii. Watch Floyd Mayweather’s carbon fibre supercar deliver a knockout at auction. Check in to the most expensive hotel suite in Paris. Take Mauricio Umansky’s VIP tour of a James Bond-worthy LA lair.
SYNOPSIS: Take a look at how each team qualified and analyse their prospects, including key archival moments, match footage from qualifiers and behind-the-scenes interviews with players and coaches.
SHOW LISTS
HOLLYWOOD
Tomb Raider PG13 | 118 mins Isle of Dogs PG13 | 101 mins The Blind Side PG13 | 125 mins Invictus PG13 | 109 mins Maze Runner: The Death Cure PG13 | 141 mins The Greatest Showman PG | 104 mins Going in Style PG13 | 96 mins Storks PG | 87 mins Murder on the Orient Express PG13 | 114 mins
Tooth Fairy PG | 102 mins The Curious Case of Benjamin Button PG13 | 166 mins Anna and the King PG13 | 120 mins X-Men PG13 | 104 mins X-Men: The Last Stand PG13 | 104 mins X-Men Origins: Wolverine PG13 | 126 mins X-Men: First Class PG13 | 132 mins The Wolverine PG13 | 126 mins X-Men: Days of Future Past PG13 | 132 mins
Justice League PG13 | 119 mins
X-Men: Apocalypse PG13 | 143 mins
The Boss Baby PG | 97 mins
The Maze Runner PG13 | 113 mins
Assassin’s Creed PG13 | 115 mins
Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials PG13 | 132 mins
Life of Pi PG | 128 mins Water for Elephants PG13 | 141 mins The Devil Wears Prada PG13 | 109 mins Percy Jackson & The Olympians…. PG | 119 mins Mr. Popper’s Penguins PG | 94 mins Juno PG13 | 91 mins Me Before You PG13 | 110 mins A Good Year PG13 | 117 mins 500 Days of Summer PG13 | 93 mins This Means War PG13 | 96 mins The Peanuts Movie G | 93 mins Penguins of Madagascar PG | 91 mins Interstellar PG13 | 169 mins The Croods PG | 99 mins Turbo PG | 95 mins Grudge Match PG13 | 113 mins Rise of the Guardians PG | 97 mins The Three Stooges PG | 92 mins Puss in Boots PG | 90 mins Megamind PG | 96 mins
The Final Chapter PG | 93 mins
Baaraat PG13 | 124 mins
Ross’s Grant PG13 | 25 mins
CHINESE
Dangal PG13 | 155 mins Jolly LL.B 2 PG13 | 120 mins
Fresh Off the Boat : S3 EP2: Breaking Chains PG | 128 mins
Mohabbatein PG13 | 216 mins
Fresh Off the Boat: S4 E1: B as in Best Friends PG13 | 22 mins
Our Shining Days PG13 | 100 mins Mrs K PG13 | 92 mins Chasing the Dragon R | 128 mins Love is a Broadway Hit PG13 | 103 mins
Raees PG13 | 127 mins Kaabil PG13 | 120 mins Guru PG13 | 156 mins
Ip Man R | 104 mins
Ae Dil Hai Mushkil PG13 | 120 mins
Let’s Eat! PG13 | 95 mins
Befikre PG13 | 108 mins
INDONESIAN Posesif PG13 | 102 mins One Fine Day PG13 | 107 mins London Love Story 2 PG13 | 100 mins
Swades: We, the People G | 170 mins
TAMIL Karuppan PG | 120 mins Aramm PG | 106 mins
Trial & Error: S1 EP1: Pilot PG13 | 21 mins Trial & Error: S1 E2: A Wrench in the Case PG13 | 22 mins Powerless: S1 EP1: Wayne or Lose PG13 | 22 mins Powerless: S1 E2: Wayne Dream Team G | 22 mins Fresh Off the Boat: S3 EP3: Louisween PG13 | 22 mins
Stip & Pensil PG13 | 98 mins
Vivegam PG | 120 mins
Baskets: S1 EP1: Renoir PG13 | 22 mins
Juara PG13 | 104 mins
Kaaki Sattai PG | 120 mins
Comedy Box Set 1
Stay with me PG13 | 107 mins
Meesaya Murukku PG | 120 mins
MALAYSIAN
TELUGU
Young Sheldon : S1 EP1: Pilot PG13 | 22 mins
Ana Anak Ibu PG13 | 97 mins
Dolphin Tale 2 PG | 107 mins
Jai Lava Kusa PG | 120 mins
My Superheroes PG13 | 122 mins
Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian PG | 105 mins
Keshava PG | 109 mins
Istanbul Aku Datang! PG13 | 98 mins
Katamarayudu PG | 120 mins
Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb PG | 98 mins
MALAYALAM
Kittu Unnadu Jagratha PG | 120 mins
Villain PG | 120 mins
PUNJABI
Solo PG | 120 mins
Kirdar-E-Sardar PG | 120 mins
Role Models PG | 120 mins
Jora 10 Numbaria PG | 120 mins
Munnariyippu PG | 120 mins
TV SERIES COMEDY
Rise of the Planet of the Apes PG13 | 105 mins Dawn of the Planet of the Apes PG13 | 130 mins Dolphin Tale PG | 113 mins
Diary of a Wimpy Kid PG | 92 mins Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules PG | 100 mins Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days PG | 93 mins Sherlock Holmes PG13 | 123 mins Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows PG13 | 129 mins
The Great Father PG | 120 mins
BOLLYWOOD Golmaal Again!!! PG13 | 150 mins
Madagascar PG | 86 mins
Jab Harry Met Sejal PG13 | 121 mins
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa PG | 89 mins
Om Shanti Om PG13 | 124 mins
Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted PG | 93 mins Shrek PG | 89 mins Shrek 2 PG | 93 mins Shrek the Third PG | 93 mins Shrek Forever After:
Toilet: Ek Prem Katha PG13 | 121 mins Tubelight PG13 | 122 mins Lamhe G | 119 mins Mubarakan PG13 | 127 mins Rangoon PG13 | 124 mins Band Baaja
Speechless : S1 EP1: P-I--PILOT PG | 120 mins Me, Myself & I: S1 E2: The First Step PG13 | 21 mins Me, Myself & I : S1 EP1: Pilot PG | 120 mins Son of Zorn : S1 EP1: S1 EP1: Return to Orange County PG13 | 124 mins Friends : S10 EP4: The One with the Cake PG13 | 107 mins Friends: S10 E5: The One Where Rachel’s Sister Baby-sits PG13 | 28 mins Friends: S10 E6: The One With
Young Sheldon : S1 EP2: Rockets, Communist, and the Dewey Decimal System PG13 | 18 mins Young Sheldon : S1 EP3: Poker, Faith, and Eggs PG13 | 18 mins Young Sheldon : S1 EP4: A Therapist, a Comic Book, and A Breakfast Sausage PG13 | 19 mins Young Sheldon : S1 EP5: A Solar Calculator, A Game Ball, and A Cheerleader’s Bosom PG13 | 20 mins Young Sheldon : S1 EP6: A Patch, A Modem, and A Zantac® PG13 | 19 mins Young Sheldon : S1 EP7: A Brisket, Voodoo, and A Cannonball Run PG13 | 19 mins Young Sheldon : S1 EP8: Cape Canaveral, Schrodinger’s Cat, and Cyndi Lauper’s Hair PG13 | 19 mins Comedy Box Set 2 The Big Bang Theory S10 EP3: The Dependence Transcendence PG13 | 21 mins The Big Bang Theory S10 EP4: The
Cohabitation Experimentation PG13 | 21 mins
S4 EP2: War Games PG13 | 22 mins
The Big Bang Theory S10 EP5: The Hot Tub Contamination PG13 | 20 mins
Last Man Standing S4 EP3: Rediscover America PG13 | 21 mins
The Big Bang Theory S10 EP6: The Fetal Kick Catalyst PG13 | 19 mins The Big Bang Theory S10 EP7: The Veracity Elasticity PG13 | 20 mins The Big Bang Theory S10 EP8: The Brain Bowl Incubation PG13 | 19 mins The Big Bang Theory S10 EP9: The Geology Elevation PG13 | 20 mins The Big Bang Theory S10 EP10: The Property Division Collision PG13 | 20 mins The Big Bang Theory S10 EP11: The Birthday Synchronicity PG13 | 18 mins The Big Bang Theory S10 EP12: The Holiday Summation PG13 | 21 mins The Big Bang Theory S10 EP13: The Romance Recalibration PG13 | 20 mins The Big Bang Theory S10 EP14: The Emotion Detection Automation PG13 | 20 mins The Big Bang Theory S10 EP15: The Locomotion Reverberation PG13 | 20 mins The Big Bang Theory S10 EP16: The Allowance Evaporation PG13 | 19 mins The Big Bang Theory S10 EP17: The Comic-Con Conundrum PG13 | 20 mins The Big Bang Theory S10 EP18: The Escape Hatch Identification PG13 | 20 mins Comedy Box Set 3 Last Man Standing S4 EP1: Here’s The Kicker PG13 | 22 mins Last Man Standing
Last Man Standing S4 EP4: Sinkhole PG13 | 21 mins Last Man Standing S4 EP5: School Merger PG13 | 22 mins Last Man Standing S4 EP6: Mike Advises Mandy PG13 | 113 mins Last Man Standing S4 EP7: Big Shots PG13 | 22 mins Last Man Standing S4 EP8: Risky Behaviour PG13 | 22 mins
LIFESTYLE Managing Asia; Joe Gebbia, CoFounder, Airbnb PG | 25 mins Top Dive Sites: Thailand PG | 27 mins Secret Lives of the Super Rich: The Priciest Mansion in Hawaii & Mayweather’s Supercar PG | 22 mins
SPORTS 2018 FIFA World Cup Magazine PG | 25 mins Road to the 2018 FIFA World Cup: Episode 1 PG | 26 mins
KIDS Baby Looney Tunes: The Sandman Is Coming, Some Assembly Required G | 23 mins Green Lantern: The Animated Series: Fear Itself G | 22 mins Young Justice: Bloodlines PG | 22 mins The Tom & Jerry Show: What a Pain, Hop to It G | 22 mins Captain Planet and the Planeteers: Tree of Life G | 22 mins The Flintstones: Little Bamm Bamm PG | 26 mins The Bugs Bunny Show: Canary Row, For ScentImental Reasons, Knights Must Fall PG | 22 mins
The Tom & Jerry Show: Birthday Bashed, Feline Fatale PG | 22 mins Teen Titans Go! : Knowledge, Slumber Party PG | 22 mins Baby Looney Tunes : Band Together, War of the Weirds PG | 22 mins The Road Runner Show G | 20 mins The Flintstones: The Hot Piano G | 27 mins ThunderCats: Exodus PG13 | 20 mins Baby Looney Tunes: All Washed Up, Did Not! Did Too! G | 22 mins The Tom & Jerry Show: Belly Achin’, Dog Daze PG13 | 19 mins
DOCUMENTARY A House Of It’s Time: Indonesia: Javanese Eclectic and the New Indies Style PG | 23 mins
AUDIO BOOKS Bull’s Eye G | 90 mins Famous People in History 2 G | 158 mins The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn G | 158 mins The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs G | 256 mins The Happy Prince and Other Stories G | 152 mins
PODCASTS Game Plan - How to Trick Yourself Into Retiring a Multimillionaire G | 31 mins Guardian - How a new technology is changing the lives of people who cannot speak G | 34 mins Game Plan - The People Who Say They Can Save Your Career G | 24 mins Guardian Rise of the Machines: Who is the ‘Internet of Things’ Good For? G | 21 mins Game Plan Here’s What Office Workers Need to Get Healthier G | 25 mins
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A Young Activist at heart Student and activist Nguyen Thi Thanh Hien is a 20 year old girl from Hanoi, Vietnam who champions to inspire youths all over the world to live their dream. A student at Foreign Trade University, she is majoring in Business and Japanese Language. Last year, she took a leave of absence from school for 6 months to experience different things, travel and decided to write a book on her experiences in life. Hien also got invited to be one of the 150 youths from the all over the world to attend the first International Youth Summit in Lahore, Pakistan last year. The Summit looked into the ways to strengthen cooperation and joint efforts to co-create sustainable development in the areas of education and peace. The main theme of the conference revolves around three pillars: Sustainability, Peace and Education. The 1st International Youth Summit in Lahore aims to be a reset with youth-based events in one key fundamental aspect: attitude! Youth events, worldwide, have become a stage for the youth to complain about its non-inclusive status (not children and not adults) and to reinforce a certain sense of social alienation of being special. She wrote a heartfelt letter asking for sponsorship and Malindo Air sponsored her ticket to Pakistan to
“In the future, I hope to pride myself on being an innovator, a cultural and marketing mindset to inspire youth and to contribute to my community and society in Vietnam.” attend the Summit in 2017. “It was a life-changing experience for a young activist and social entrepreneur like me,” said Hien. “In the future, I hope to pride myself on being an innovator, a cultural and marketing mindset to inspire youth and to contribute to my community and society in Vietnam. “I come from a country that holds many big social issues. It motivates me to do something different. I observed the gender inequality in my family, in the relationships of the very close relatives such as my parents,
my brother and sisters. As a young generation of Internet age, I found the opportunity to change the perception of people by educating them and to think differently. She strongly believes in her dream of changing the mindset of the people in her country.
Getting there Malindo Air flies to LAHORE 7x weekly. Book your flights online at malindoair.com
If you are passionate about something and wish to share it with the world, do write in to mmag@malindoair.com 4 8 | M ALIND OM AG | AU GUST 2 018
IN - FLIGHT | AIR LINE FACILITIES
INDULGE YOUR SENSES ON BUSINESS CLASS
UNWIND IN SPACIOUS ECONOMY CLASS
A great experience with us starts on the ground. Breeze through the dedicated Business Class checkin counters. When you are on board, feel relaxed and pampered on full leather seats. Tune in to movies, documentaries, TV shows, songs and games using our in-flight entertainment system. What’s more – Business Class guests get a little bit more of everything! Get up to 40kg baggage allowance and full service meal to satiate every appetite. In addition, if you need to charge either your laptop or smartphone, utilise the power socket and USB port conveniently located at every seat. Did we mention, you can also view your own files and documents on the screen? Simply connect your USB device to the dedicated port. We will keep you comfortable on your journey like you never left home.
We believe that value-added service is what keeps our passengers coming back for more. Economy Class guests are entitled to between 20 to 30kg baggage allowance, depending on the destination. Our reclining leather seats onboard are made for an easy and fuss-free journey. They also provide extra legroom with a spacious 32” seat pitch. Keeping yourself occupied on a flight is now a thing of the past with the variety of TV shows, movies, documentaries and games on the in-flight entertainment system. There is something for everyone, young and old. The USB port affixed on each seat can be used to access files and gives enough charge for all gadgets. Just plug in, access and that is it! Enjoy a hot meal on flights more than three hours and a hot snack for flights less than three hours.
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FLEET
ATR 72-600 (12 units) Maximum passengers 72 (single-class layout)
Maximum range 1,648km
Wing span 27.05m
Maximum take-off weight 23,000kg
Typical cruising speed Mach 0.4173
Overall length 27.116m
BOEING 737-900ER (6 units) Maximum passengers 180 (dual-class layout)
Maximum range 5,990km
Wing span 34.3m
Maximum take-off weight 83,914kg
Typical cruising speed Mach 0.791
Overall length 42.1m
BOEING 737-800 (23 units) Maximum passengers 162 (dual-class layout)
Maximum range 5,765km
Wing span 34.3m
Maximum take-off weight 73,708kg
Typical cruising speed Mach 0.785
Overall length 39.5m
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R O UTE
Tianjin Lahore
Zhengzhou
Amritsar
PAKISTAN
New Delhi
CHINA
NEPAL
Kathmandu
INDIA
Kunming Hanoi
Taipei
Haikou
MYANMAR
Mumbai
TAIWAN
Chengdu Guiyang HONG KONG Guangzhou Hong Kong
BANGLADESH Dhaka
Changsa
Yangon
THAILAND Bangkok
Bengaluru
CAMBODIA
Phnom Penh VIETNAM Ho Chi Minh City
Tiruchirappalli
Kochi Trivandrum
Phuket Langkawi Penang Medan
Colombo
SRI LANKA
Kota Bharu
MALAYSIA
Kuala Lumpur Johor Bahru
SINGAPORE
Kota Kinabalu
Kuching
THAILAND Hat Yai Langkawi Alor Setar Aceh
Penang
Jakarta Kota Bharu Kuala Terengganu
Ipoh
Medan
Bandung
INDONESIA
Bali
Kerteh
Subang
MALAYSIA
Melaka Johor Bahru Batam
AUSTRALIA INDONESIA Pekanbaru
Brisbane
ATR
Perth
OD Boeing OD ATR
Melbourne
AUSTRALIA Brisbane Perth Melbourne
Hong Kong Hong Kong Taiwan Taipei
BANGLADESH Dhaka
INDIA Amritsar New Delhi Kochi Mumbai Tiruchirappalli Trivandrum Bengaluru
CHINA Guangzhou Changsha Haikou Chengdu Guiyang Zhengzhou Kunming
INDONESIA Bali Bandung
Banda Aceh Batam Jakarta Medan Pekanbaru Silangit (inaugural 17th August) MALAYSIA Alor Setar Ipoh Johor Bahru Kerteh Kota Bharu Kota Kinabalu Kuala Lumpur (KLIA) Kuala Terengganu
Kuching Langkawi Melaka Penang Subang
SRI LANKA Colombo THAILAND Bangkok Phuket Hat Yai
MYANMAR Yangon
VIETNAM Hanoi Ho Chi Minh City
NEPAL Kathmandu PAKISTAN Lahore SINGAPORE Singapore
CAMBODIA Phnom Penh
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GOV ER N M ENT WAR R ANT
Attractive Deals For Government Officials
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reat news for Government Officials. Check out the latest updates and launch of Malindo Air’s air travel warrant - Waran Perjalanan Udara (WPUA) through Global Distribution System that offers competitive open fares with special terms and conditions that applies for selected classes. All Government officials can enjoy promotional air fare deals on Malindo Air’s scheduled flights, which include Promo Fares, Flexi and Gom Flexi to reduce government expenses. All Government officials must book their flights through a Travel Agency as early as possible since offers for promotional ticket must be reserved in advance due to limited availability. Grab these competitive open fare flights as it is value for money.
Experience the benefits when travelling with Malindo Air’s WPUA services: The benefits of Malindo Air’s WPUA travel service: • Competitive open fare (Promo Fares, Flexi and Gom Flexi) • Baggage allowance up to 40 kg • Entitlement of Malindo Miles point (subject to Terms & Conditions) • Privilege to change travel date at no cost for Gom Flexi Fares • Executive Lounge access (In progress) • Extra leg room • Malindo WiFi and Roaming Services • In-Flight entertainment (B737 only) • Brand new aircraft • Departure from Subang SkyPark or KLIA
To make a booking with us, please contact a travel agency that is recognised by the Malaysian Government. For more information about Malindo Air’s WPUA, kindly contact the Government Relations Division at: Malindo Airways Sdn Bhd, Meritus @ Oasis Corporate Park, B2-1-01, Block B, No 2, Jalan PJU 1A/2, Ara Damansara, 47301, Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan. Phone: 03-2035 6699 (Ext: 1348) Fax: 603-5036 7058 Email: govwpua@malindoair.com 52 | M ALIND OM AG | AU GUST 2 018
IN - FLIGHT | M ALIND O CO R PO R ATE
MALINDO CORPORATE TRAVEL PROGRAMME Programme designed to suit company needs and requirements.
Be it a small company, medium or large corporation, Malindo has a suitable product for every company that meets the business/ corporate and individual needs. In today’s dynamic and competitive business environment, you need an airline product that are shaped and customised to meet the specific needs of your business. We believe our products meet company needs to effectively reduce costs and enjoy additional benefits. The business world has no borders, so does ours. Look no further as your company most valued executives will have even more reasons to choose to fly with Malindo Air whose hallmark is its innovation in premium products and services.
Malindo Managed Corporate Travel Programme
Malindo Self-managed Corporate Travel Programme
Malindo Managed Corporate Travel Programme is designed to save your company budget, maximize the value of your travel spend without compromising your traveller’s needs. It is very convenient to join the programme. Based on your company’s requirements, our dedicated Corporate Sales Team can recommend a proposal to suit your budget and needs. Malindo Self-Managed Corporate Travel Programme addresses the unique needs of busy corporate travellers whereby its synced with a tool to save time and money. The corporate booking tool which is self-managed by you is a great online tool, offering discounts on travel throughout Malindo Air network. It also helps you to manage your business travel bookings and expenses.
WHY MALINDO CORPORATE
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One of Malaysia’s fastest growing airlines with an innovative concept: enjoy full service options at great fares Greater flexibility in travel plans on bookings and flight changes Attractive corporate fare (fixed fare class) Exclusive business class privileges Easy access to real time reports on booking records and expenditures Dedicated helpdesk with trained personnel to attend to your needs
“Business travel has never been easier with Malindo Corporate Travel Programme”
For more information on Malindo Corporate Travel Programme, please contact our Corporate Sales Team at Malindo Airways Sdn Bhd, Meritus @ Oasis Corporate Park, B2-1-01, Block B, No 2, Jalan PJU 1A/2, Ara Damansara, 47301, Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan. Tel: +603-2035 6699 (ext 1323) Fax: +603-5036 7058 Email: corporate@malindoair.com
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Our Service at Your Convenience
It is our mission at Malindo Air to provide passengers with top quality customer service – a service that provides our passengers with up-to-date information related to Malindo Air, including the latest promotions from the airline. We have a dedicated and welltrained team of customer care agents who are able to consistently provide excellent services, delivered within a stipulated time. Malaysia +603 - 7841 5388 customer_care@malindoair.com Operating Hours: 8:00am - 10:00pm (GMT+8) Daily Singapore (+65) 6339 1922 customer_care@malindoair.com Operating Hours: 8:00am - 10:00pm Daily Dedicated Corporate help Desk For further queries on Corporate Travel, please call us at +603- 7841 5353 General Enquiries customer_care@malindoair.com
City Ticketing Office
Airport Ticketing Office
WEST MALAYSIA
Alor Setar (AOR) Lapangan Terbang Sultan Abdul Halim 06550 Alor Setar, Kedah Phone : +604-7144881 Business hours : 7.00 am to 8.00 pm Daily.
KL City Sales Office Ground Floor, 2 Lorong Medan Tuanku 1, Off Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman, 50100, Kuala Lumpur Business hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am to 6:00pm, Sat - Sun 11:30am to 4:00pm KL Sentral City Sales Office Level 1, Unit 24 Departure Hall, KL City Air Terminal, KL Sentral Station, 50470, Kuala Lumpur. Phone :+603 2035 6699 (Ext:1503) Business hours : Monday - Friday - 9:00am to 8:00pm Sat - Sun - 9:00am to 4:00pm NU Sentral LG Lot 46, NU Sentral Mall 201 Jalan Tun Sambanthan 50470 Kuala Lumpur Business hours: 10:00am to 10:00pm daily
Penang Sales Office No. 71, Jalan Rangoon, 10400 Penang Tel : +604 262 9858 Business hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am to 6:00pm, Sat - Sun : Closed
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Ipoh (IPH) L1 LTE 16 Malindo Office, Bangunan Terminal, Lapangan Terbang Sulatan Azlan Shah, 31350, Ipoh, Perak Phone : +603 2035 6699 (Ext:1437) Business hours : Mon - Thur 8.00am to 6.00pm, Sat - 8.00am to 8.00pm, Sun - 8.00am to 6.00pm Johor Bahru (JHB) Lot S8, Ground Floor, Senai International Airport, 81250, Johor Bahru, Johor Phone : +607 599 3418 Business hours : 6.30am to 10.00pm daily Kerteh (KTE) Lapangan Terbang Kerteh 24300, Kerteh, Kemaman, Terengganu. Phone : +609 8261 600 Business hours : Mon - Thurs 8.00am to 6.00pm, Sunday 8.00am to 8.00pm Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) Level 5, Departure Hall, Counter E, 64000, KLIA. Phone : Business hours : 24 hours Kuala Terengganu (TGG) Lot L1 L24, Departure Concourse Landside Area, Sultan Mahmud Airport, 21300, Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu Phone : +609 667 5412 Business hours : 7.00am to 7.00pm daily
Kota Bharu (KBR) Lot L1L25 (A) Public Concourse, Sultan Ismail Petra Airport, 16100, Pengkalan Chepa, Kelantan. Phone : +609 771 5082 Business hours : 6.00am to 11.00pm daily Langkawi (LGK) Lapangan Terbang Antrabangsa Langkawi, 07100 Padang Mat Sirat, Malaysia. Phone : +604 955 5688 Business hours : 8.00am to 8.00pm daily Melaka (MKZ) Lot GL 04, Lapangan Terbang Melaka, 75350, Batu Berendam Melaka Phone : +606 317 0118 Business hours : 9.00am to 6.00pm daily Penang (PEN) Lot 12, Departure Concourse, Penang International Airport 11900, Bayan Lepas, Penang Phone : +604 6468858 Business hours : 6.00am to 10.00pm daily PJ Sales Office C-G-05, Centum @ Oasis Corporate Park, Oasis Damansara (Pusat Korporat Oasis), No.2, Jalan PJU 1A/2, Ara Damansara, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor. Phone :Business hours : Monday - Friday - 9.00am to 6.00pm, Sat - Sun - Closed We are closed on Public Holidays. Subang Skypark (SZB) Ground Floor, Departure Hall Subang Airport Phone : +603-78400492 Business hours : 5.00am to 9.00pm daily
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Airport Ticketing Office EAST MALAYSIA Kota Kinabalu (BKI) Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Level 2, Terminal 1, Jalan Lapangan Terbang (Lama), 88200 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. Phone : +603 2035 6699 (Ext:1311) Business hours : 7.30am to 7.30pm daily. Kuching (KCH) L2L, 15A, Level 2, Kuching International Airport, Jalan Lapangan Terbang, 93722 Kuching, Sarawak. Phone : +60320356699 (Ext:1315) Business hours : 7.00am to 6.00pm daily.
AUSTRALIA Perth Airport Office Perth International Airport Ground Level 1.60, 245 Horrie Miller Drive Terminal 1, Western Australia 6105 Phone: +61 894 794101 Brisbane Airport Office: Brisbane International Airport Level 3, 3L-16, Airport Drive Brisbane 4008, Queensland Phone: +617 3860 6021 Melbourne Airport Office: Melbourne International Airport - Tullamarine, Level 2, Victoria 3045 Phone: +61 383 263388
BANGLADESH Dhaka Sales Office (DAC) 5th Floor, Modhumoti Plaza Concord, Plot No. 11, Road No. 11, Block G, Banani, Dhaka 1213, Bangladesh Phone : +88025504 2000 Chittagong Sales Office (CGP) 4th Floor, Delwar Bhaban Plot 104, Agrabad Commercial Area, Chittagong 4000 Bangladesh Phone : +88 031 252 1591/592 Fax : +88 031 252 1593 Business hours : Sat - Thur 10.00am - 06.00pm
HONG KONG Hong Kong Sales Office (HKG) Unit 2503 25/F, Island Place Tower, 510 King's Road, North Point, Hong Kong. Phone : +852 3180 6683 Email: ODHelpdesk@pam.com.hk Business hours : Monday to Friday (9:00am -5:45pm), Saturday and Sunday (Closed)
INDIA TRICHY (TRZ) Malindo Airways Sdn Bhd New Integrated Terminal Building, Trichy Internatinal Airport Trichy - 620007 Phone : +91 0431-2340209 / 2341772 Business hours : Mon – Fri 9.30am to 5.30pm, Sat 9.30am to 2.00pm Email: trz.sales@malindoair.com
NEW DELHI (DEL) Malindo Airways Sdn Bhd 106, First Floor, Surya Kiran Building, 19,Kasturba Gandhi Marg, New Delhi-110001 Phone : + 91 11 4351 5922 / 4351 5933 Business hours : Mon – Fri 9.30am to 5.30pm, Sat 9.30am to 1.30pm KOCHI (COK) Malindo Airways Sdn Bhd Counter 21, International Departure Terminal, Cochin International Airport, Kochi – 683111 Business hours : Mon – Fri 9.30am to 17.30pm, Sat 9.30am to 13.30pm MUMBAI (BOM) Malindo Airways Sdn Bhd Phone : +91 11-43515922 / 33 Business hours : Mon – Fri 9.30am to 17.30pm TRIVANDRUM (TRV) Airport Ticketing Office NITB, Near Indian post counter, Trivandrum international airport, Chackai P.O, Thiruvanthapuram 695024.Kerala. Phone : 9567861318 Business hours : Mon – Fri 9.30am to 17.30pm, Sat - 9.30am to 13.30pm
Lazimpat, Kathmandu, Nepal Phone : +977 1400 5205, +977 140 5206 Business hours : 9.30am to 5.30pm daily
SINGAPORE Reservation & Ticketing Office 61 Stamford Road #01 - 07 Stamford Court Singapore 178892 Business hours : Mon - Fri 9.00am to 6.00pm Call Centre : +65 6339 1922 Airport Ticketing Counter Check in Row 1, Changi Airport Terminal 3, Singapore 819663 Business hours : 8.00am to 8.00pm daily. SRI LANKA (CMB) Colombo Sales Office “Jetwing House I”,Ground Floor, 46/21 Navam Mawatha Colombo 2 Sri Lanaka Phone : +94 2345724, +942345714 Business hours : Mon – Fri 8.30am to 5.00pm, Sat - 9.00am to 1.00pm
VIETNAM
AMRITSAR (ATQ) Airport Ticketing Office Counter No 3, Shri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport, Amritsar. Business hours : Mon – Sat 9.30am to 6.30pm
Ho Chi Minh City Sales Office (SGN) 53 Huynh Khuong Ninh, Da Kao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Phone : +84 8 3915 2022, +84 8 3915 2023. Business hours : Mon - Fri 8.30am to 17.30pm, Sat - 8.30am - 12.00pm
PAKISTAN
Hanoi Sales Office (HAN) 90 Le Duan Street, Cua Nam Ward, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi. Phone : +84 4 3633 1773 Business hours : Mon - Fri 8.30am to 17.30pm, Sat - 8.30am - 12.00pm
LAHORE (LHE) Malindo Air National Towers (Opposite Aiwan-E-Iqbal), Egerton Road Lahore - 54000 Business hours : Monday - Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm ISLAMABAD (ISB) Malindo Air Pak Turk Center, 1-D, Unit 6, Block R, F6/G6 Jinnah Avenue Blue Area Islamabad Phone : (051) 281-0081/2/3/4/5 Fax : (051) 287-0084 Business hours : Monday - Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm KARACHI (KHI) Malindo Air NHOWA Tower, M.D.M. Wafai Road, Karachi-74200 Phone : (021) 3522-0081/2/3/4/5 Fax : (021) 3568-7810 Business hours : Monday - Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm
KATHMANDU Kathmandu (KTM) Ground Floor, GR Complex, House No. 531
TAIWAN Taiwan Sales Office (TPE) 10th floor, no.176, Chang Chun Road, ZhongShan District Taipei, Taiwan Phone : +886-2-25185855 Business hours : Mon – Fri 9.00am to 6.00pm
MYANMAR Yangon Sales Office (RGN) 186, MWEA Tower, Room no. 105, Shwe Dagon Pagoda Road, 11191 Dagon Township, Yangon. Email : customer_care@malindoair.com Business hours : Mon – Fri 9.00am to 6.00pm / Sat - 9.00am to 1.00pm (GMT+6:30)
CAMBODIA PHNOM PENH Sales Office (PNH) No. 135E0, Preah Sisowath Quay, Sangkat Wat Phnom, Khan Daun Penh 12200 Phnom Penh, Cambodia Phone : +855 23 969877, +855 23 969878 Business hours : Monday to Friday : 9.00am to 6.00pm Saturday : 9.00am to 1.00pm
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IN - FLIGHT | SAFET Y
SafetyOnboard
What you need to know about the security, comfort and safety in the aircraft. Mobile Phones
All mobile phones, radios and remote-controlled toys (unless authorised for use with Malindo WiFi and Malindo Mobile services) should be turned off as these items might interfere with the navigational and communication equipment on the aircraft. Important: Prohibition on the use of Samsung Galaxy Note 7.
No Smoking
All Malindo Air flights are non-smoking flights. This includes traditional and electronic cigarettes. Tampering with, disabling or destroying the smoke detectors located in the lavatories is prohibited by law.
Safety Priority
• Seat belts should always be fastened during take-off and landing. It is recommended to keep your seat belts on throughout the flight. • All cabin luggage must be stored in the overhead compartment or under the seat in front of you. • Pay attention to the safety demonstration and instructions given by the cabin crew. • Please read the safety instruction card that can be found in your seat pocket for further understanding. From the card, you will be able to determine the locations of the emergency exits and the life vest.
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TeCH GADGETS
Laptops and PDAs may be used under the flight mode once the Fasten Seat Belt sign goes off. Passengers are required to turn off their electronic devices when the Fasten Seat Belt sign goes on in preparation for landing.
Life Vest
E-CIGARETTE DEVICES
For safe transport, the batteries from e-cigarettes or “vapers” must be detached from the device and stored in handcarry separately. Other spare batteries and re-charging of the device during flight are strictly prohibited.
Dangerous Items
Flammable goods, The life vest is an explosives and corrosive important safety items like firecrackers, equipment in the aircraft wet cell batteries and for emergency conditions on water. Passengers are not allowed other items containing materials like to remove the life vest from the aircraft gas cylinders and paint are not allowed and legal actions would be taken against onboard. passengers who do so.
Baggage
Any sharp items or objects should be placed in the check-in luggage and is not recommended to be carried in the cabin luggage. All valuables are highly recommended to be carried in the hand carry. Carry on
Each passenger is allowed to carry one piece of hand carry not exceeding 36cm x 56cm x 23cm in size, up to 7kg (1 piece) in weight for Economy Class and 10kg (up to 2 pieces) for Business Class. Domestic luggage allocation
Economy class: 15kg (turboprops) 25kg (jet) Business class: 40kg International luggage allocation
The amount of checked baggage for international flights varies according to the route, class of travel, as well as terms and conditions of ticket.
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