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CONTENTS MALINDOMAG
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SPIRITED ACROSS AYUTTHAYA Discover a spiritual connection in ancient Ayutthaya, as opposed to the usual hustle and bustle that follows a trip to Thailand.
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COVER THE MALINDO AIR STORY
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Resilient planks from the enduring Chengal tree help Terengganu carry on an age-old nautical legacy.
Say hello to Asia’s latest player, with plenty of refreshing differences in the crowded field of budget air travel.
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MALINDO UPDATES Bringing us closer to our passengers, our new ticketing office offers convenience and our signature customer service.
IT’S THE WOOD THAT MAKES IT GOOD!
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INSIDE THE SOUTH EAST ASIAN GAMES Get your pulse racing with the biggest regional sporting event, held in lionhearted Singapore.
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INDULGE THE GRAND SEQUEL Brand new gastrobar chain Torii lends a touch of Nippon sophistication to dinner and drinks in Kuala Lumpur.
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SEEK YOUR PRIVATE SHOPPING LIST Discover all the latest things that you might run into, and want to spend on, when duty free shopping at your favourite airport.
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PERSONALITY THE FREQUENT FLYER Meet Ayu Iryani, the seasoned air hostess who has done more than her fair share of flying the friendly skies. JUNE 2015 / 5
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CEO’s LETTER MALINDOMAG
EDITORIAL
CEO’s LETTER
MANAGING EDITOR RAMESH MARTHAVERON EDITOR IZAK RAGATAF WRITERS SARJEET NOOR AIN CREATIVE DIRECTOR IRINA YASMIN ADVERTISING & SALES MANAGER CHRISTOPHER KANNESAN PHOTOGRAPHER MOHD NASIR PUBLISHED BY MALINDO AIRWAYS SDN BHD C/O STAR OUT OF HOME SDN BHD C-5-05, CAPITAL 3, OASIS ARA DAMAMSARA, 2 JALAN PJU 1A/7A, 473001 PETALING JAYA, SELANGOR PP 18733/05/2015(034185)
WELCOME to the very first issue of MALINDOMAG, the magazine offering in-flight entertainment that works beyond words to bring forward hidden gems, exciting travel destinations, trendy jet-setter habits and all that falls in between.
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March 22 this year was a momentous event for our team where we celebrated our 2nd anniversary, having carried over 3 million passengers in a short span of 2 years. At Malindo Air, we have been cultivating a culture of innovation in the company, the industry and beyond. In our company’s infancy, we invested heavily in expanding and maintaining top notch service quality. We have seen those investments bear fruit, and it was apt to introduce other ancillary products to complement existing services, such as MALINDOMAG, Malindo WiFi and Malindo Mobile inflight connectivity and the upcoming Malindo Air Executive Lounge for our Business class passengers. From here on, we will be moving at full speed to become Malaysia’s pride and a top airline of our class in the ASEAN region.
ON THE COVER Our CEO invites you to delve into this inaugural issue of MALINDOMAG. Let us take you to whole new places. The Aircraft Boeing 737-900ER Crew: from (left to right) Nadia Zuber, Fazlun Abu Bakar, Lena Ong, Suhaili Razali
as we discover everything new in today’s hippest gadgets, technology and automotive news every month. You can look forward to INDULGE as we bring to you the finest and mosthunted-for cuisines and delicacies (sometimes exotic too) in town. Flip through the pages of TRAVEL for eye-opening insights into the world of travel in the 21st century, with new tourist attractions, exciting festivals around the world, top things to do new flight connections and handy travel tips that will come in handy. The FEATURES section will provide an insight into personalities such as celebrities, movers and shakers and also the people behind our brand. Whether you are the relaxed beachgoer, the urban tourist, or the adventurous backpacker, you will find everything from A-Z on the most exciting places to visit on the planet and so much more. Trust us to keep you abreast monthly about the latest happenings and offers. We hope MALINDOMAG would be your best bet for an enjoyable read the next time you take to the skies again. We look forward to your continued support as we embark on this journey. May 2015 be a great year for the aviation industry.
CHANDRAN RAMA MUTHY CEO, Malindo Air
With MALINDOMAG, we have an ambition to set high standards for quality in-flight reading through these colourful pages. The SEEK, INDULGE, TRAVEL and FEATURES sections will each feature interesting places to visit, exciting things to do in the region and people of interest with every issue. Go page by page with us on SEEK
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Welcome Aboard
the new age of air travel
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ecently, we caught up with Malindo Air’s Chief Executive Officer Chandran Rama Muthy and he had the following remarks to make about the local aviation industry; “With Malaysia’s brand new hybrid airline Malindo Air taking to the skies, passengers have a whole new class of airline to meet their needs.” Operating some 13 jet routes, 4 domestic and 9 international since its launch in March 2013, from its base at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), Operations have since moved to klia2 from 2nd May 2014. Malindo Air also operates 10 turboprop routes – eight domestic and two international – from its second base Subang Skypark.
Malindo Air’s klia2 schedule currently consists of an average of 183 flights weekly using Boeing 737-800 & Boeing 737-900ERs in two class configuration – economy and business respectively – making it a hybrid airline. Meanwhile, its Subang schedule consists of an average of 359 weekly using ATR 72600s turboprops in a single class configuration.
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by setting a new standard by adapting advantages from both business models and come up with a class of our own to balance both ends of traveller necessities. Where is the airline officially based? We have two hubs now – Subang Skypark for our turboprop operations and klia2 for jet. Where does Malindo Air currently fly to? What are the upcoming exciting new destinations? Our airline currently flies to 6 countries namely; India, Bangladesh, Nepal,
Thailand, Indonesia and Singapore, apart from domestic routes within Peninsular and East Malaysia. For 2015 we have a few exciting destinations such as southern cities in China on our radar. We will announce them in due time. In a crowded budget airline playing field, what unique and exciting experiences does Malindo Air present to the savvy air traveller? Savvy air travellers are well aware that it is the consumers who have the upper hand in this business. Consumers are generall y attracted to lower fares, but they also look out for great value in the things they need such as in-flight entertainment and free baggage allowance. This is exactl y what we offer our passengers and we know they acknowledge it when we see them leaving our aircrafts with joy on their faces.
What can your passengers look forward to, as far as Malindo Air’s brand new fleet of aircraft is concerned? What are some of the attractions onboard a flight? Our passengers can rest assured that our fleet consists of only brand new models with the most up-todate technology and enhancements. Compare us with budget airlines and you’ll see a vast difference. We look at an average traveller’s needs and seek out ways to enhance what we can
“Consumers are generally attracted to lower fares, but they also look out for great value in the things they need such as in-flight entertainment and free baggage allowance.”
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offer. For example, there’s free in-flight entertainment and baggage allowance, plenty of legroom in between seats and the paid WiFi and mobile network access onboard. What would you say is the biggest challenge for the travel industry in 2015? In your opinion, how will this affect the fortunes of Malindo Air ? The fluctuating fuel prices and the decreasing value of the Ringgit probably. But being under the Lion Group umbrella, we’ve managed to maintain fairly low costs operation. However the recent implementation of GST in effect from 1st April gave travellers cause for concern. The truth is, GST only affects domestic flights, such as from Subang to Johor Bahru or from Melaka to Penang. Let’s not forget that fuel surcharges have been removed earlier this year too, so that’s actually generally good news for everyone.
What are the most immediate expansion plans for Malindo Air this year? Definitely route expansion and fleet enhancement through new aircraft delivery. Inevitably, with new aircrafts joining the fleet, we will open up more new routes in the region. Will you be introducing new ancillary products this year to boost your product offerings? What sets us apart from other airlines is the fact that we include more bang for the buck. Besides in-cabin WiFi and mobile network services this year, we will also be introducing official airline merchandise for sale both onboard and at our ticketing centers across the country. Malindo Air recently celebrated its 2nd anniversary. At this juncture, what do you envision for the carrier as a whole and the achievements to come? To stand out in what’s already a pretty crowded industry was both challenging and exhilarating for our company. We came out as a small but very ambitious airline, amongst the bigger more established airlines. I think dedication, focus, teamwork and a pure passion to provide great flying facilities to Malaysians really fuelled us to achieve the things we did. Years down the road, we will continue to challenge and change the norm. JUNE 2015 / 11
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New Ticketing Office at NU Sentral, KL
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alindo Air opened new ticketing office in Kuala Lumpur at NU Sentral Mall latel y, signifying the airline’s focus on offering convenience and excellent customer service. The outlet is Malindo Air’s second ticketing office in Kuala Lumpur and the airline’s fourth in Peninsula Malaysia after offices in Penang and Klang Valley. Malindo Air also has ticketing counters at all ma jor airports in the country.
Malaysian Resources Corporation Berhad (MRCB) and Malindo Air CEO, Mr. Chandran Rama Muthy. Mr. Chandran Rama Muthy, said, “This new outlet which is located centrall y in Kuala Lumpur establishes our commitment to bring our services closer to our passengers, besides the flexibility of purchasing tickets online via our website.” The new Malindo Air ticketing office located at Lot 46, Lower Ground Floor, NU Sentral Mall, 201 Jalan Tun Sambanthan 50470 Kuala Lumpur. Opening hours are 10am to 10pm dail y.
The ribbon-cutting ceremony was officiated by YBhg. Dato’ Mirza Mohammad Taiyab, DirectorGeneral of Tourism Malaysia in the presence of YBhg. Dato’ Ha ji Ishak bin Ha ji Mohamed, Director of
Joint Relief Efforts with NGO for Nepal Malindo Air joins local NGO, MERCY Malaysia, in a joint CSR collaborative effort to bring
medical practitioners and relief aid from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu in light of the twin earthquake disasters that took thousands of lives. The airline’s commercial flight OD1820 departed for Nepal carrying 1.56 tonnes of medical supplies and aid in its cargo hold and another 11 personnel from MERCY Malaysia including doctors and relief workers. Malindo Air CEO, Mr. Chandran Rama Muthy said, “It’s an unfortunate disaster. My heartfelt condolences to those affected by the catastrophe. The earthquake has devastated the lives of many and millions are in dire need of immediate
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assistance and basic amenities. We’ll be doing all we can to help bring relief aid into Nepal.” In true humanitarian spirit, Malindo Air has also started a Malindo Cares fund, which aims to collect monetary donations from its 1,900-strong staff across all ticketing stations and airport hubs in Malaysia.
Delivery of Medical Supplies to Nepal with Rotary Club Singapore Medical supplies courtesy of Rotary Club Singapore with the assistance of the Consulate of Nepal Singapore were brought in through Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu, Nepal with the help of Malindo Air. The cargo carried medical supplies, swab sticks, bandages, water
purifications tablets and other medical provisions. Mr. Chandran Rama Muthy said, “Our heartfelt prayers are with the victims of the disastrous earthquake. We are more than glad to offer a helping hand to ensure these emergency supplies arrive at even the remotest areas hit by the disaster. We are making a commitment to help wherever we can.”
families, friends, co-workers and their social networks just like they would on the ground.
services in line with expansion plans in Asia.”
New WiFi and Roaming Services Onboard Malindo Air has selected Panasonic Avionics and Aeromobile for inflight communications onboard its young fleet of Boeing 737900ER aircraft. The services, aptly named Malindo WiFi and Malindo Mobile, are officially online since 18 May 2015. Chandran said, “We to offer high quality mobile phone services passengers connected
are able WiFi and that keep with their
These new services, which will leverage Panasonic and Aeromobile’s latest technology in inflight connectivity, are proof of our airline’s commitment in enhancing current products and
Panasonic Avionics President and Chief Executive Officer Paul Margis said: “W e are proud that Malindo Air has recognized the unmatched capabilities of our comprehensive connectivity services.” JUNE 2015 / 13
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Spirited across Ayutthya Rustic, spiritual and refreshing to the soul. Thailand has so much more to offer than great food, wonderful bargains and friendly people. Text by Sanjitpaal Singh
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way from the great food, wonderful bargains and friendly people, Thailand also offers a strong spiritual attachment to those looking for something refreshing.
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more rural and laid back setting. Founded around 1350, Ayutthaya became the second capital of Siam after Sukhothai.
Certainly, the alluring charms of Thailand provide a world of excitement to complement any exploration there. From international fashion, entertainment and sporting events, to more leisurely attractions and of course, hardcore shopping Thailand certainly has a lot to offer any casual traveller.
By 1700, Ayutthaya became the most influencial city in the world for international trade. Unfortunately for this then booming capital, the Burmese invaded in 1767 and burnt the entire city almost completely to the ground. Recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991, the ancient city still offers travelers plenty of splendour with its many temples and palaces from yesteryear.
Yet, its capital Bangkok perhaps suffers from a bit of over exposure. Hence, travelling to Ayutthaya has always been a city boy dream of mine. To explore this region, dotted with ancient ruins and glorious history, is indeed a different kind of holiday. This is where one gets to experience a more honest form of Thai culture through a simplistic lifestyle in a
I started my journey from bustling Bangkok to the rustic setting of Ayutthaya via rail, simply to absorb the views of the scenic countryside. The almost three hour train ride is also the most cost effective mode of transport by far. To aid you, the future visitor to this wonderful place, the following is a bit of a travel diary that I have put together. JUNE 2015 / 15
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Wat Yai Chaya Mongkol The Pagoda Chaya can be easily spotted and recognised from afar as it is perhaps one of the most iconic landmarks around. It was originally constructed as a school for Buddhist monks. Legend has it that the area surrounding the temple was once the site of a famous battle involving two rival kings and their elephant armies.
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Wat Chaiwatthanara Accessible via road or boat, Wat Chaiwatthanara is a large compound that is part of the Ayutthaya Historical Park. It was utilised as a royal temple where the king performed religious ceremonies. Its structures reflect Buddhist beliefs and symbolises mountains, life in the old world, seas and continents. This is one of Ayutthaya’s best known temples and certainly a ma jor tourist attraction.
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Wat Maha That Known as the ‘Monastery of the Great Relic’, it is situated in the central part of Ayutthaya. According to history books, the temple was built in 1374 and used as a royal temple. It was most sacred during Ayutthaya’s glorious times in the past when Buddha relics were enshrined in the principle pagoda. Also a monastery, it was destroyed and burnt in the last war between Siam and Burma, and since left in ruin. These days, a key attraction here is a Buddha head entwined in the roots of a banyan tree. Unfortunately, most of the Buddha figures there have been dismembered by unscrupulous relic collectors.
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Getting there:
Ayutthaya An easy 90 km day trip out of Bangkok via commuter flight or land transport, visitors to Ayutthaya ought to start any exploration by visiting Bang PaIn, the spectacular Summer Place, followed by a lazy boat trip across the Chao Phraya River, and finally to the island of Ayutthaya, the legendary Kingdom of Siam’s former capital. Visually
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astounding, it is an excursion that inspires. It is also a veritable treasurehouse for photographers. Malindo Air flies daily to Don Mueang Airport in Bangkok. Connecting flights or land transport to Ayutthaya can be arranged from this point.
ANCIENT ROYAL PALACE Constructed between 1448 and 1602, this palace complex is filled with 12 meter-tall Buddha structures. Yes, one can easily spend an entire day wandering around and exploring the huge compound, and still not quench the thirst for discovery. This UNESCO Heritage Site’s architecture boasts all the glory of the Ayutthaya era and served purely as a royal temple. Apparently, no monks resided on its grounds and instead, they were invited to perform a royal ritual or ceremony by the royal household.
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Ayutthaya Floating Market Any trip to Thailand is not complete without experiencing a bit of local lifestyle and culture first-hand and of course, enjoying food the way the locals do. What better way to do all of this than to visit the Ayutthaya Floating Market. Weekends are the best time to visit as the place is filled with locals. It’s almost like the whole affair acts as a reminder of the great Ayutthaya international trade era, with scores of boats anchored there and acting as shops offering all manner of goods and food. In the centre of the Ayutthaya Floating Market is the most traditional section, where small meals are cooked on boats and served to customers sitting on decks next to them. As you move outwards to other parts of the floating market, things become a bit more like a fair. Wat Worachetha Ram The almost insignificantly small ruins of Wat Worachetha Ram may escape any casual visitor if he or she is not directed there properly. Built over 400 years ago, the temple is situated just north of the Reclining Buddha. Once there, visitors will be pleasantly surprised as it features a delightful garden surrounding the actual temple, perfect for relaxing in and even a spot of meditation, if you like.
Wat Lokayasutha Known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, it is situated to the west of Ayutthaya. Unfortunately, there is hardly any known historical record pertaining to this temple, making it somewhat mysterious. The Reclining Buddha structure – measuring over 40 meters long – was fully restored back in 1954. Incidentally, this is one of temple complex’s only intact structures as the other surrounding temples are almost entirely destroyed and overgrown.
Wat Phu Khao Thong This temple complex’s name literally translates to ‘Golden Mountain’, and mainly consists of a huge, square-shaped white pagoda. Records found in the oldest Ayutthaya Chronicle reveals that this monastery was established in 1387 A.D. Taking into consideration that most historical ruins in the area are brown and clay-coloured in nature, this white structure has become a somewhat standout landmark of this ancient city.
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Kuala Terengganu A microcosm of Malaysia’s economic explosion; fishing village strikes oil, modernity ensues. Kuala Terengganu is surprisingly attractive despite the number of newly built (with petrowealth), sterile-looking skyscrapers. There’s a boardwalk, a couple of decent beaches, a few old “kampung” style houses hidden among the high rises and one of Eastern Peninsular Malaysia’s prettiest Chinatowns. With seafood-heavy local cuisine and good transport links, Kuala Terengganu is worth a day or two in between the islands and jungles. Malindo Air flies 3x daily to Sultan Mahmud Airport in Kuala Terengganu.
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arious ancient Chinese records – dating as far back as the 11th century - make reference to the ports of Terengganu. The capital of this state is Kuala Terengganu, strategically located almost smack in the middle of the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia, was a natural stopping point for seafarers who plied the trade routes from China to Southeast Asia in the early days of history. With these historical facts in mind, it is only natural for any visitor to be drawn to the rich nautical heritage of traditional boat and ship builders in this proud maritime state. For that, Pulau Duyong – an island located just off the coast of Kuala Terengganu and connected by a causeway to the mainland, is a natural first stop for anyone wishing to look into woodwork bound for the high seas. “I learned the wood skills, and the other boat building techniques from my father and he learned it
from his older relatives. Everything I practice now was passed on to me by word of mouth - there were no written plans or manuals to follow, mind you. As far as I know, we’ve been doing this for more than five generations,” said Pulau Duyong native Ha ji Abdullah Muda. According to him, experience goes a long way in ensuring the success of building from just memory. As a young apprentice, he was assigned to work on every section of a boat in turn. This way, he eventuall y became an expert on every single part of the hull. “Once you know the size of the hull, everything else is built to scale accordingl y, so it’s not a big problem to remember the individual measurements of the parts that connect to the hull.” Ha ji Abdullah reckons that this age-old method are not practiced in its entirety by all boat builders these days. To be a master builder through this method takes formidable patience and a long, long time. “These days, a lot of
traditional boat builders just build the hull from memory, but the rest is properl y measured out, or built according to specifications provided by the party who commissions the boat.” This grizzled 70-year-old runs a boat yard that is famous for building ocean-going sailboats that are popular among foreigners. Certainl y, one of the reasons for his boat yard’s success is the use of Chengal - every single part of the boat, except for the metal fittings and engine, are handmade from this tropical hardwood. A muchvalued commodity in Southeast Asia, the Chengal is mostl y found along the Malaysian East Coast and Thailand. It’s the perfect wood for boat building because it contains a natural resin that makes it almost invincible against termites and other rodents. “Best of all, this type of wood actuall y ages gracefull y in seawater, and becomes tougher with age, making it perfect for boat hulls,” Ha ji Abdullah reveals.
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“I learned the wood skills, and the other boat building techniques, from my father and he learned it from his older relatives. Everything I practice now was passed on to me by word of mouth there are no written plans or manuals to follow, mind you! As far as I know, we’ve been doing this for more than five generations” — Pulau
Duyong native Haji Abdullah Muda.
Chengal wood used to be harvested in the surrounding jungles. This continued all the way till the mid 20th century, when the demand for this type of wood for construction and boat building threatened to exhaust the supply of natural mature trees. Incidentally, the trees need to be about 10 years old before its wood becomes valuable. Fortunately, since the 1970s, efforts spearheaded by the local government and the Malaysian Timber Industry Board have been made to replant and cultivate Chengal trees. Currently,
supply has somewhat stabilised and it is readily available again from local wood suppliers. Ha ji Abdullah remembers the golden era of the 1980s that saw a deluge of foreigners from Europe, America and Australia were ordering boats from his yard. “Back then, I could easily get orders for three or four sailboats a year and this pretty much took care of our business for the whole year.” The numbers may have dwindled
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but orders from abroad still come in every now and then. Now, for instance, a German gentleman lives in the village where the boatyard is located, patiently awaiting the completion of his 15-metre sailboat. “In fact, the man is happily settled in after a year living among us, he rented a small house for himself and spends his days toiling around on a motorbike and exploring the countryside. Once the boat is completed, he is planning to sail it home,” reveals Ha ji Abdullah.
islands offshore) await repair. “The Chengal hulls are usually intact; it’s a matter of rebuilding the boathouse and storage compartments. I also refurbish lighthouse boats quite often because they are usually left out at sea for weeks and they take quite a beating.” But it’s not all grim work when it comes to the boats built by Johari Hamzah. This one time fisherman
turned boat-building apprentice decided that all the grief and hard work associated with the boat building industry wasn’t for him. “I became an apprentice when I was in my teens and learned how to work Chengal hardwood to build boats. But it was very hard work for me.” He recalls. Instead, Johari began scaling down his work and built models of traditional perahu and detailed fishing boats with working
On any boat-building project, Ha ji Abdullah’s team may number between four to six people. The most labour-intensive part of any nautical constriction would be to shape the curve of the hull and this alone requires a minimum of three people - two to hold on to a plant and a third person, armed with a blowtorch, heats up the plank so the curve is eventually fixed by the searing heat. Meanwhile, on the nearby islet of Pulau Ketam, fellow boatyard owner Johari Hamzah focuses on the needs of local fishermen instead. “Most of the boats that I build at my yard are 9 to 12 metre fishing boats, suitable for trips that take days on the open seas. I also build lighthouse boats - these are manned by a skeleton crew of a couple of sailors and are anchored strategically near rich fishing grounds. At night, generators on the boat’s power lights aimed to shine onto the water. This attracts fish to the surface and the fishing boats just trawl around them.” For Aziz Embong of Kampung Batin, about half an hour away from Pulau Ketam, refurbishing tired work boats of all types form the basis of the work being done at his boat yard. “If you’re a fisherman or a passenger boat man, it’s only natural to work your boats almost to the ground. On this side of the country, we often get rough sea conditions and this takes a toll on the boats too.” At his yard, a collection of fishing boats and boat “tambang” (passenger boats that ferry tourists to Pulau Redang and other resort
rudders that actually float in water. “At first, I made them for local collectors around the area, then I started to get orders from corporate bodies and museums. Now, I have my own apprentice to help me run my backyard workshop.” Even though the boat makers here perpetually complain about the steadily rising price of local hardwood, they know that sea craft builds in Terengganu is still but a fraction the cost of an equivalent craft abroad. “Now wood costs maybe three times as much as it used to in the 80s, but we can still build a seagoing sailboat hull for about RM1 million to 2 million, reveals Ha ji Abdullah Muda. “A comparable Australian hull would cost the same amount, but in U.S. dollars!”
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Inside the South East Asian Games M
ALINDOMAG takes a look at this year’s biggest regional sporting event, when 7,000 athletes from 11 nations will converge on the vibrant, bustling city-state of Singapore. 790,000 tickets have gone on sale since February and most have been snapped up. Half of the sports will be open to the public for free viewing. At least 17,000 Singaporeans have volunteered to help out at the games - in exchange for a free pass at the Games. Singapore will feature its biggest contingent to date at the Games,
with 749 athletes competing for medals in 36 sports. Traditional performers Vietnam hopes to emerge as one of the best performing nations in this year’s game - reportedly setting a goal of 60 to 70 medals in all events. For this year’s edition of the biannual sporting event, Singapore has chosen a red-maned lion named after Sang Nila Utama, the nation’s founder, as the Games mascot. Nila has a red mane and a heart shaped face, and can be found sporting a tracksuit or blue sport attire.
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TOP 3 PLACES TO CATCH THE ACTION • SINGAPORE INDOOR STADIUM The Singapore Indoor Stadium is an architectural icon, designed by famed Japanese architect Kenzo Tange and opened in 1988. The stadium seats up to 12,000 and has a cone-shaped roof, a pillarless arena and reaches 47 meters in height at its highest point, which makes it one of the tallest single storey buildings in Asia. Suspended from the ceiling in the centre is a large four-screen Sony Jumbotron through which spectators can get a close up piece of the action. • SINGAPORE NATIONAL STADIUM The Singapore National Stadium is the only stadium in the world designed to host football, rugby, cricket and athletic events. Constructed at a cost of S$1.87 billion, the arena is a technological and architectural marvel. It is the largest dome structure in the world and can seat up to 55,000 people at one time. At night, the roof can be used as a giant projector, to display images such as the Singapore flag. In the morning, the roof can open up to provide natural daylight required for pitch growth. • MARINA RESERVOIR The Marina Reservoir was built to provide about a tenth of Singapore’s water needs. Today, it doubles up as a tourist attraction. This location is also commonly used for water events such as canoe-kayak and rowing events, such as the Singapore Canoe Marathon 2009 and the 2010 Youth Olympic Games. It offers stunning views of the Marina Bay and the Marina Bay Sands. At night, light installations make the fountains come alive in vibrant colors.
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F you plan to visit Singapore during the Sea Games, here are a few places of interest that you can visit that will not cost you a bomb. Singapore, surrounded by the sea and known for being a concrete jungle, will still thrill you if you know where to go, and what to do while you are visiting the tiny republic.
GETTING AROUND Once you land at Changi Airport, one of the world’s best and busiest airports. You can catch the SkyTrain to Terminal 2, where the Airport MRT station is located. A one-day pass that allows access to all MRT and bus services is available at the airport for S$10 and a $10 deposit.
Two-day passes and three-day passes are also available for $16 and $20 respectively. If you return the pass within 5 days of the purchase, you can obtain a refund of the deposit. Singapore benefits from an advanced transit system, which enables its citizens to get around easily, and you seldom need to wait longer than five minutes for a train to your next destination. BUGIS JUNCTION The Bugis Junction district will give you a taste of Singaporean shopping. Getting to Bugis Junction via MRT is easy. Just make sure you are on the Downtown Line (heading
to Chinatown) or the East West Line (heading to Joo Koon). From the underground Bugis MRT station you need to take exit C to access Bugis Junction. The mall is surrounded with Victorian-style shophouses, but still retains the modern vibe synonymous with Singapore. References to sails play homage to the Bugis, a group of sailors from Indonesia who used to traverse the large canal that ran through the area. BUGIS STREET Home to Singapore’s largest street-shopping spot, Bugis Street is only a stone’s throw away from Bugis Junction and the Bugis MRT is not to be missed. Massive crowds
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SINGAPORE Singapore is known as a bustling metropolis that also happens to be one of the cleanest and safest cities of its size in the world. Just make sure you heed the local laws— something like spitting in the street might merely be considered rude in your hometown, but here, it carries a severe penalty. You’ll find historic sites like the Thian Hock Keng temple, superlative shopping, numerous beaches and a healthy concert season (kicking off this month). Malindo Air flies 4x daily to Changi Airport in Singapore.
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yourself in the amazing views with $5 for a ticket to walk the OCBC Skyway, a platform suspended by Supertrees, tall tree-like artificial structures that form vertical gardens. Singapore National Library Home to hundreds of thousands of books, the Singapore National Library, which sits along Victoria Street can fulfill your inner bookworm’s wildest dreams. Housed in a 16 storey tower building a short walk from the Bugis MRT station, you can visit either the Central Public Library in the basement, home to 200,000 books, half of which are fiction titles, or Levels 7 to 13 which play host to the Lee Kong Chian Reference Library, which has over 530,000 print and non-print materials. There are also plenty of comfortable seating areas and work tables. Entrance is free.
flood the market, especially during weekends. You can visit the stalls to sample traditionally prepared puffs, or beat the heat with one of the many varieties of iced juice drinks they sell at the market. For the kinky or uninitiated, you can purchase toys here as well. The place is crammed with cheap oddities and accessories, cheap clothes, shoes, and handbags. Chinatown There are plenty of yummy delicacies here, but those looking for a budget option can try out the Chinatown Traditional Kitchen. Food here is tasty and scrumptious
with equally attractive prices. For a sampling of true Chinese Singaporean fare, you can try the spring onion frog dish ($12) and Singaporean Bee Hoon ($8). Gardens by the Bay Entrance is free to the Gardens By The Bay, ranked one of the top ten indoor gardens in the world. To get there, alight at the Bayfront MRT station which is served by the Circle Line and the Downtown Line. The park consists of three waterfront gardens; Bay South Garden, Bay East Garden and Bay Central Garden. Experience the thrill of heights and immerse
Marina Bay’s Rain Oculus No visit to Singapore is complete without dropping by here. Marina Bay Sands was the most expensive casino complex in the world to build, and is simply stunning to look at. Lose yourself in watching the sunset, and be mesmerised by the free light show at night. Do also look out for the Rain Oculus, designed by world renowned artist Ned Kahn. The Rain Oculus is large whirlpool that forms inside a 70-foot diameter acrylic bowl and falls 2 stories to a pool below. It collects rainwater and fills a canal that runs through the mall. The whirlpool keeps changing in shape and intensity and is a thrill to watch. JUNE 2015 / 33
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The Golden Girls of the SEA Games Source: Netball Singapore Facebook Page
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he South East Asian Games is a regional celebration of athleticism's drive and determination to perform at the highest regional level. Female Games athletes have always captivated spectators with displays of grit, confidence and beauty. MALINDOMag takes a look at some of the hottest stuff that has graced the SEA Games, past and present. Thailand's 4x100m team Thailand's most successful female athletics export, the 4x100m relay team is usually led by Phatsorn Jaksuninkorn, Orranut Klomdee, Laphassaporn Tawoncharoen and Nongnuch Sanrat. This is the team that clinched gold in the 2010 Asian Games in Guangzhou, China and the 2011 and 2013 editions of the South East Asian Games. Singapore's netball team Ranked 17th in the world, the Singaporean netball team is widely considered in the best in recent history of Asian netball, winning the Asian Netball Championships twice in a row in 2012 and 2014. Look out for Lin Qingyi, Chen Huifen, Nurul Baizura, Ang Shi Qi, Charmaine Soh, Chen Lili, Yasmin Ho, Kimberly Lim, Pamela Liew, Premila Hirubalan, Shelby Koh, and Shina Teo, as they will give any contender a serious run for their money.
Indonesia's track sensation A specialist in the long and triple jump events, Maria Natalia Londa did not make the Korat Sea Games team in 2007 due to an ankle injury. But Maria made a fantastic comeback in the 2011 edition with a silver medal before taking it to the top with gold at the 2013 Sea Games in Myanmar.
"ASIAN CHAMPIONS — with Ang Shiqi, Micky Lin, Chen Lili, Kim Ashlee Lim, Anna Soo, Melissa Teo, Huifen Chen, Jessica Tan and Lawrence Wong at OCBC Arena."
SEA Games. A bronze medal in the girls’ 400m final at the Asian Youth (Under-17) Athletics championships in Doha has boosted Shereen's confidence. In March, she clocked a personal best of 54.96 to win silver at the Malaysian Open in Bukit Jalil to qualify for the SEA Games. Then in April, she won the gold medal at the South East Asian Youth Championships in a time of 55.02 at Bukit Jalil. Thailand's shuttlecock queen Thai sensation Ratchanok Intanon's never-say-die attitude wins the hearts of badminton supporters, especially in her home country. Ratchanok started playing the sport when she was just 6 years old, winning her first championship the following year. She won the World Junior Championships in 2010 and again in 2012. Ratchanok has a silver medal from the 2010 Asian Games, and clinched gold and bronze in the 2011 SEA Games. Malaysia's track dark horse Malaysia has a new heroine to cheer for. One to watch, teenager Shereen Samson Vallabouy is in high spirits over her chances in the
Watchout for the Vietnamese women footballers The Vietnam women's national football team currently ranked 34th in the world, 7th in Asia and 2nd in South East Asia by FIFA (March 2015). They are out to regain the glory in the current SEA Games, which they last won in 2009, which was their fourth triumph in the games. The Vietnam women's national football team has become the most powerful team in Southeast Asia since 2000. They have finished seven times in the group stages of the AFC Women's Asian Cup 1999, 2001, 2003, 2006, 2008, 2010 and 2014. They have also won the AFF Women's Championship 2006 and 2012.
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GREAT MUSIC ACROSS THE CAUSEWAY The Singaporeans curate yet another unmissable music fest with The Gathering
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he festival calendar for Singapore in 2015 is looking even more jam-packed with a flurry of new entries to the scene. Now, fresh off the back of Laneway comes The Gathering to the Lion City – a new live music series, which seeks to bring in uniquely brilliant live acts within the idyllic settings of Fort Canning Park. What’s more, its Singapore debut, featuring international acts Belle and Sebastian, Caribou, How to Dress Well, Real Estate, Temples and TuneYards, along with locals Charlie Lim and Pleasantry – kicked off exactly on Valentine’s Day. Local act Charlie Lim opened up The Gathering with the full force of the harsh seaside sun right smack in his face just before noon. Nonetheless, this Melbourne-based singer-songwriter swept away his handful of fans who braved the fryer with very calm and composed vocals, and ardent guitar strumming. The other Singapore gem on stage soon after, was Pleasantry; a five-piece that has been winning crowds with its downright gorgeous and heartfelt lyrical melodies and unique song structures. Accompanied by violinist Josh Wei, they went about melting hearts early on with velvety vocals and a sense of penetrating dynamics spearheaded by gritty guitar grooves, pulsating drums and booming bass-lines during the instrumental fills. JUNE 2015 / 35
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The first international act to perform was How To Dress Well. Of course, this is the stage name for Chicago native Tom Krell, who arrived on stage, perhaps with only one thing on his mind – to entertain. When he’s not making jokes about the odd security guy, or the smattering of people in front of the stage (it was still fairly early in the afternoon, after all), Krell puts on his solemn male R&B routine and delivers a surprisingly potent performance, decimating all doubts about his live vocal quality. That evening, Krell falsetto-ed his way through favourites old and new, including intoxicating performances of ‘Precious Love’, ‘Set It Right’ and more on his trademark dual microphone setup, as his backing band enhanced the atmosphere tenfold, complete with vocal harmonies, violins and live drums. Next up were Indie rockers Real Estate, who had previously made its Singaporean, debut to a much bigger crowd back at the 2013 Laneway Festival. But this time, the now five-piece group has added keyboardist Matt Kallman and drummer Jackson Pollis alongside original bassist Alex Bleeker.
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The result is a lush, jangling sound that veers close to a 1970s power pop jam, with a little bit of Beach Boys surf vibes thrown in for good measure. Real Estate poured out some pure chill-vibes all over the Fort Canning Green as theirs is the set where the most beers and pricy cocktails were spilt as people swayed in tune (or so they thought.) to ‘It’s Real’, and other similar lazy weekend songs. You could hardly keep up with everything that was happening on the stage during the performance of Merrill Garbus that came up next – the New England native who is the genius behind Tune-Yards. Decked in a somewhat psychedelic outfit of bright colours with tribal design, Garbus wafted the crowd away with what could easily have passed for rapping, along with inimitable vocals, as fans echoed bloops and zagging keys. The 36-year-old occasionally teased the audience with frequent pauses in between songs - vaulting while playing the drums and prancing around with her back up vocalist. “I guess I have to play more shows to be able to swim at the Marina Bay Sands Infinity Pool as I don’t have the money now.”, joked Garbus. She certainly knew how to interact with fans along with the cacophony of percussion, synthesisers, vocal and drum loops. She even whipped out a ukulele for a few of her songs. The set stuck heavily to manic and seemingly unpredictable drum beats, compelling the audience to dance and sing along as best as they could. Of course, singing along with Garbus was an intimidating task as her voice blasted across the venue like a siren.
What’s the point of the microphone, then? Then it was English psychedelic rockers Temples’ turn to brave the sophisticated Singapore festival crowd. Perhaps, fortunately, the Temples don’t do things by halves. The Kettering quartet’s ultra-literalist take on 1960s acid rock, which has earned them the endorsement of trad rock grandees such as Johnny Marr and Noel Gallagher, and support slots with everyone from Suede to the Stones after a handful of tracks were anonymously and enigmatically uploaded to YouTube after its release, is all about period accuracy... and that apparently involves grooving to the beats on stage. And as the night sky closed in on Fort Canning Park, Dan Snaith a.k.a. Caribou got on the stage. While the crowds remained around their picnic blankets for most of the day, Caribou got everyone standing up and gathering closer to the stage for an amazing act. This Canadian artist had the festival crowd moving and singing along to the lines from ‘Our Love’ and ‘Can’t Do Without You’. Words can hardly describe the atmosphere during his performance, which certainly left everyone wanting more. Snaith is an old hand at folktronica performances, so his time on stage proved somewhat chaotic, but charmingly so, with him making his way through various hit singles with plenty of help from band members Ryan Smith, Brad Weber and John Schmersal. They laid down everything bar the kitchen sink, including a 1980s-era zap sound effects and crash of percussion, while a kaleidoscopic light show bounced around the stage. Finally, it was time for the headliners to hit the stage. For a band that has
quietly ruled the indie waves for the last 15 years, the seven-piece Glasgow ensemble certainly didn’t have much time for nostalgia that night. Instead, they are more keen to play songs from the band’s recently released ninth studio album, Girls In Peacetime Want to Dance. And given that the night’s date is only the second of three headline gigs since the release of the new album, which also saw its first in London for five years, it’s no wonder then that the crowd was barely keeping it down to a dull roar. Young, old, hip, not so much – the band’s followers don’t conform to any one stereotype, although an unofficial uniform is there: girls sport unthreatening kit that perhaps would flash a bit of thigh for a bit of a tease, while the guys put on stuff that just proves impossible to pigeonhole... but certainly love their hats. As the band play through a welljudged mix of old and new tracks (‘I’m Not Living in the Real World’, ‘If You’re Feeling Sinister’, ‘She’s Losing It’, ‘I Want the World to Stop’) there was never a feeling that fans that night had to take the medicine of new tunes before enjoying a spoonful of familiar sugar as there is always a constant backdrop to the band’s sweetly subversive soundtrack. Singer Stuart Murdoch bounces away, and explains that he is feeling nostalgic tonight and “in an indie mood”. So, it seems, is the crowd as ‘Write About Love’ kicks in and the front row folks cut loose with all manner of dancing. Then, the quiet kings of indie leave the stage with a bang, rather than a simper... and so ends yet another brilliantly successful crowd-pleaser on Singapore’s dynamic live music calendar. JUNE 2015 / 37
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he high end neighbourhood of Damansara Heights in Kuala Lumpur is now opening its doors to those looking to discover new and exciting nights out, garnished with interesting dining and bar selections. The business hub along Damansare Height’s main thoroughfare of Jalan Batai is the latest to be reborn as the more pretentious ‘Batai Village’, catering to a more sophisticated clientele. Here is where you will find the sister establishment to the Torii Yakitori and whisky bar that had earlier caught the undivided attention of fine dining ladies and gents in this city of ours. Unsurprisingly, the look here at this new outlet showcases an increasingly mature and trendy restaurant, or gastrobar if you like, with Torii’s unmistakable markers in the friendly, busy wall space packed with facts about food and drinks (particularly about premium Nippon whisky) merges with a warmer, more intimate setting with beautiful flourishes. The latter includes infinitely comfortable lounging chairs and settees decking out the casual space on the ground floor, where busy professional types from the nearby Damansara Town Centre and Plaza Damansara can kick back with a tumbler or two of their favourite happy hour elixir. But hold on a minute. Before we dwell further into this, let it also be known that the new Torii also has a bit of a split personality. Yes, the sequel to the Taman Tun Dr Ismail outlet now spreads its stylish wings over two floors, with street level facilities catering for unbashful diners
who fancy high tables and chairs so that passer-by will notice new snazzy hairdos and such with ease. After all, this is Damansara Heights where a sizeable percentage of Kuala Lumpur beautiful people call home. Head upstairs, and a slightly different tale unfolds. In spite of its trendy furnishing and perhaps still unfamiliar Yakitori delights on offer, the distinct feel of a friendly neigbourhood bar can still be felt so much so that one may just have to fight the urge to show up dressed in casual shorts and ratty t-shirt, right after giving the car a wash outside your porch. But please, don’t show up like this anywhere especially if you fancy having an unblemished social profile. The glass windows upstairs at the place have been cleverly shaded with the application of stick ons featuring
intricate lattice work designs. These do a great job in keeping out the full glare of the sun – certainly most useful if you happen to be a lawyer type you cut out of work a tad earlier than usual to enjoy a quiet drink or two as a means to water down a particularly long and stressful day. Up here also sits a very well appointed bar, with plenty of countertop space for a plethora of bar tricks from an accomplished bartender type. Even better, the space can also serve to act as serving area for king-sized bar snack servings to accompany your pints. But who’s got time for beer after spying the centerpiece display here – a gigantic display case featuring the creme of Japanese whisky-making. If you thought that the Taman Tun branch had a breathtaking display of Yamasakis and Nikkas, wait till you come here to the new Torii. JUNE 2015 / 39
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The food is still distinctively Torii, with a lust-at-first-bite skewer selection that’s enormously extensive, spanning special mains, unique salads and grilled meats on sticks. Standouts include the Blue Fin Tuna Salad where the blue fin salad comes with the generous portion of chopped mango together with the cilantro, saffron and topped with the balsamic dressing on top. Meanwhile, the Wagyu Sliders is indeed well-made with moist and juicy patty, topped with spinach, caramelized onions and scones. The wagyu beef is certainly top class, featuring aromatic flavours and each mouthful just melts in your mouth like it should. The Bonded Unagi & Foie Gras is one of the signature in Torii. The Unagi comes moist and juicy with the fragrant foie gras. It is served on the table where the grilled river eel, egg and the panseared foie gras that had made a perfect combination. Another must-try are of course the items on the skewers. These include crispy chicken thigh meat with sansho pepper, duck breast with sea salt, ox tripe with salsa, baby cuttlefish with BBQ sauce and much, much more. Every one of these sizzling skewer orders can be easily complemented with a mind boggling variety of salads, sashimi, udon, pasta, fried rice, soup and deserts for a satisfying and complete meal. A particular delight is the Red Lobster which is perfectly well done with the moist pulpy texture of the lobster served together with scallions and garlic chili sauce. For beef lover, don’t miss the Wagyu Seven Skewers. This is marinated with sea salt and black pepper which just highlights the premium flavour of the wonderful super premium beef.
The new Torii is located at: Lot 8-6 Batai Village, Jalan Batai, Damansara Heights, 50940 Kuala Lumpur. Tel: 03-2011 3798, 019-203 7093. Open from 5p.m. onwards. www.torii.my
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The Reinvention Of Cool The House of Häagen-Dazs in Malaysia now presents tantalising handcrafted treats to tempt the senses with its new menu. It’s Signature Collection features the much sought-after, signature Häagen-Dazs Fondue. Perfect for sharing with friends and loved ones, this elegant creation is a myriad of textures and flavours thanks to the chocolate sauce with a choice of rich dark or milk chocolate, crunchy almond nibs and an assortment of mini ice-cream scoops, seasonal fruits and patisseries. Completing the signature creations are the newly introduced and elegant, Macaroon Collection and Eiffel Tower. The Classic Creations feature all-time ice-cream favourites like the Banana Split, Flower Blossom, the HäagenDazs Crunch range, Seventh Heaven and more. Meanwhile, there are also an irresistible range of Ice-Cream Drinks, from floats and decadent frappes that burst with the flavours of Häagen-Dazs’ bestselling ice-creams, to delicious ice-cream-based coffee creations. Fans can try their hands at creating their own dessert in the Create Your Own section. With almost 20 flavours to choose from, fans can let their creative side loose and select their preferred number of scoops, toppings, sauces and patisseries to complete their creation.
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WATCH IT, MATE... Rise of the watches Smartwatches are still relatively new, but these devices are poised to hit the mainstream soon. The year 2015 will be known as the year smart watches made their mark in the mainstream, with the introduction of the Apple Watch. Other ma jor players also introduced their versions of the wearable. LG and Motorola throw their smartwatches on the marketplace, along with Samsung, Sony, and a host of smaller companies like Pebble and Martian. While Apple Watch can claim it is more innovative than its competitors, we give you an idea on the latest smartwatches, which are the watches of the future indeed. Three of the latest such watches on the market runs on the very promising Android Wear operating system, which Google created specifically for a wearable device. They are the LG G Watch, Samsung Gear Live,
and Motorola Moto 360. Other basic models tested are the Martian Notifier, Cookoo 2, and MetaWatch M1. With the arrival of the Apple Watch, analysts who looks down on these smart wearables, now says prospects are Apple will be selling 30 million of these devices next year. Lab reports in USA indicate the toprated smartwatch is the stainlesssteel Apple Watch. Its performance on the scratch-resistance test and excellent scores for ease of pairing and ease of interaction make it the top choice. Not an iPhone user? Not to worry, Cookoo 2 is, however, the best bet if you are not an iOS user. It costs around RM550 if you buy from online sites, while the Apple Watch may cost you around RM36,800 for the 18k gold watch. But surely, you would want a cheaper version.
HEADS UP Navdy heads up display Navdy is another attempt at bringing the crazy future of transparent computer screen overlays onto your car dashboard. The others previewed so far, like from HeadsUP and Garmin, project notifications and handy GPS directions but unfortunately still require the driver to pick up their phone and handle it separately. That’s still a giant safety nono. Navdy’s dashboard interface simply projects your destination on your windshield and you can simply follow its directions without having to take off your eyes from the road ahead. Plus, it also comes with a great feature that allows you to
command the device’s interface by just swiping your fingers in the air. In addition, the device includes a microphone which basicall y allows you to perform voice queries. Google Voice and Siri can be use through Navdy depending on which platform your smartphone is on — Android or iOS. Navdy is offering its HUD unit for a special promotional price of RM299 over the 30-day pre-order period before starting full production in the first quarter of 2015. Navdy ships internationally, too, at a fixed additional price of RM20.
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SUPER SNAPPER GoPro HERO4
Capture stunning 4K high-definition video footage in extreme settings using a GoPro HERO4 action camera, which features a standard waterproof housing for recording in up to three meters of water. There’s also burst mode that lets you snap 12.0MP photos at 30 frames per second. So, it is easy to see now why this is another must-have gadget, especially for those who love to document their entire lives for all to see on YouTube. You can mount it on your helmet, skateboard, bicycles as well as motorbikes and take it along with you as you explore the jungle, beach or Brickfields. From RM1,335 to RM1,710, depending on which online retailer you log on to.
FOR THAT FRESH-FACED APPEAL For the businessman constantly on the go, perhaps keeping a suave appearance at every city he arrives in may just be the thing that closes the deal. Hence, Philips presents its Shaver Series 9000 — a grooming system packed full of features designed to deliver the perfect shave every time. For example, in order to tackle hardto-reach areas where hairs can grow in different directions, men often have to go over the same part of their face
or neck during shaving, causing skin sensitivity and irritation, leaving them feeling frustrated. Packed with intuitive innovations tested to the ultimate limit, including unique Contour detect technology and V-Track Precision blades, the Philips Shaver series 9000 detects and holds every contour of the face to deliver the closest possible shave known to man. The new Philips Shaver Series 9000 range retails from RM899 to RM1,799.
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SOLAR POWERBANK POWERED BY THE SUN Always on the road yet need to stay connected? But what happens when your portable devices run out of juice in the middle of nowhere? Well, now there’s the RM106 Xiagua solar powerbank. Granted, the brand name doesn’t quite roll off the tongue (give us a PRC brand that does.), but it does feature either a built-in
30,000 or 80,000 mAh high capacity rechargeable battery. Charge your cell, MP3 player, GPS and more. And when the power bank goes low on juice, just use sunlight to charge up the Li-ion polymer battery. What’s more, you can use this to charge two devices together and it also comes with a useful LED light for illumination. JUNE 2015 / 43
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POCKET ROCKET Perhaps the only bit of complain about the brand spanking new Ford Fiesta ST is that the car just isn’t outrageous enough
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t’s all black and grey in here – and the impression of long-term durability isn’t high (the flimsy manual air-conditioning controls – familiar from the standard prefacelift Fiesta – being the biggest offender). But the ST isn’t about convenience to others, its about having fun to drive runabout for the semi-accomplished fellow who loves driving... make sure you remember that when you walk into the Ford showroom. The EcoBoost engine is superbly smooth, though not exactly tractable from low speeds. Its clutch uptake is far sharper than any Gti worth mentioning, and it demands more from the driver to really show its full potential.
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The controls are those of a sports car; accurate and proportional, challenging you to slot everything together smoothly. The position of the gear lever in relation to the steering wheel – a tad too low and far away from the wheel than is ideal – however, interrupts the flow slightly. It can bite a big chunk out of a corner the moment you turn the wheel with such alacrity and poise, giving it a kind of instant swivelabout- its axis response.
But on the flipside, the Fiesta ST’s ride bordered on being appalling. It picks up bad heave and pitch on roads the other cars read as absolutely smooth, and the hard springs transmit ma jor road bumps directly to the base of your spine, turning your backside into the primary suspension component. Of course, its 17-inch wheels and low profile tyres clearly doesn’t help at all in the comfort equation one bit.
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BIODATA Name Ayu Iryani Bt Ahmad Nationality Malaysian Company Malindo Airways Position Senior Flight Attendant
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Blessed with cover girl good looks, Ayu Iryani has spent more than half her life in front of the camera. MEET AYU IRYANI, a city girl from Kuala Lumpur. A refreshingly calm and composed flight attendant with many years of experience in the industry. In this quick chat with Ayu, she enlightened us on the thrills, spills and everything else that contributed to her making this line of work a most delightful career indeed. Here is the interview: What brought you into this line of work? I was 21 years old when one of my closest cousins said she was attending an open interview with Malaysian Airlines. I ended up tagging along and was hired. A few years later I joined AirAsia and now, I find myself onboard Malindo Air. How do you find the experience of working as a flight attendant over the years? It’s been just about a decade now and I am still very passionate about my job. I am a typical peopleperson – I find it natural to make new friends, interact and nurture friendship. Perhaps you could say I was born to do this (laughs). Do you still think that this is the best job for you? After a couple of years as a flight attendant, I have found that I just couldn’t do the 9 to 5 routine at an office somewhere. What is that one thing that gets you all excited making up every morning to go to work? It’s definitely the travelling. I
“I get used to new challenges very quickly so it’s not a big deal. Guess this is just one of the things that make flight attendants a different breed of people.” mean, ask any girl out there about what she likes and I’ll bet you that travelling will be high up on her list. A lot of people think that we just fly into a new city, and fly out again elsewhere when the plane is all fuelled up. Actually, for transcontinental destinations, we do stay at the new city for a day and that’s when most of us put on our travelling clothes and sneakers to try discover as much as we can within those few hours. What is that destination that remains fresh at the back of your mind? New Delhi is still fresh in my memory. It is definitely a city with many faces – a very sophisticated city that offers lots to see, unique food and beverages and of course, lots of culture and history as well. I will definitely try and extend my stay there the next time I fly in. You did time in both full service and budget airlines. Now you’re working
for one that’s a hybrid of both – was it difficult adapting? Not at all. Working for Malindo Air has afforded me the luxury of drawing upon my past experience in both, a full service and budget airline. I apply my knowledge acquired and further hone my skills when serving all passengers I find adapting to different job requirements not a challenge at all, really. What do you love the most in your current job? The best thing about working with Malindo Air is the management support, people and team. I feel privileged to be a part of this airline and am proud to be a cog in this wheel, which is growing so rapidly. My roster allows me the flexibility of day trips, which means that there is no jet lag to deal with. The occasional stopover in Delhi or Mumbai allows me to further explore these destinations. What’s not to love about this job? (laughs) When you’re done flying as a flight attendant, what’s next? I am under no illusion that I will be doing this forever. I suppose since my forte is actually making sure that people are happy and always have a smile, I may want to get into customer service or even the food and beverage industry. If I do decide to venture into the Food & Beverage business, I can perhaps consult my fiancée who just happens to be in the restaurant business. That is why it is so important to have good people skills. JUNE 2015 / 49
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TRAVEL HOROSCOPES 2015 MALINDOMAG Taurus (April 21 to May 20)
Taureans are patient, reliable, warm, persistent and loving. Overseas traveling is high on cards for the Taureans in the first half of the year and most of it will be for the business purpose. Chances are less for any romantic vacations in the following year but yes some romantic excursions are on cards in the second half of the year. A romantic escapade to Bali, Indonesia will fits your trait well.
TRAVEL HOROSCOPES Cancer (June 22 to July 23)
Leo (July 24 to Aug 23)
Cancerians are emotional,loving, intuitive, imaginative, shrewd, cautious, protective and sympathetic. You will be required to travel to a nearby city for some family celebration in the coming year. There will be on and off traveling both for personal and professional reasons in the year ahead for the Cancerians. Being budget conscious, a short trip to Penang for gastronomy delights whilst beach bumming will be highly desirable.
You are generous, warmhearted, creative, enthusiastic, broadminded and faithful. First half of the year might sound boring due to no or very less traveling for the Leos. Some memorable family tours will be planned in the second half of the year. Prefer traveling in the months of October and November for more fun, as the climate will be favorable for your temperament.
Sagittarius (Nov 23 to Dec 22)
Being optimistic is a key trait for you supplemented with good traits like freedom-loving,jovial, good-humored,honest, straightforward, intellectual and philosophical Sagittarians will be looking to get time out with life partner and they will get the right opportunity in the months of October and November for a romantic vacation. Kochi, the backwaters of Kerala is a perfect travel antidote.
Libra (Sept 24 to Oct 23)
You are romantic, charming sociable, easygoing, idealistic, diplomatic and urbane. You will be able to go to your dream destination and enjoy the best time ahead with your spouse in the first quarter of the year. August and September will be the right months to plan some adventurous tours with friends and family. Singapore will wet your appetite naturally whilst Kathmandu provides you an exotic flavour for your escapade.
Pisces (Feb 20 to March 20)
You are imaginative, sensitive, compassionate, selfless, intuitive and sympathetic. You will need space and time to relax and unwind but work pressure will not spare you. A family member will surprise you by gifting you and your spouse a vacation package in June or July. November and December will be the months, when these people will travel a lot in the coming year and most of it will be for the official reasons.
Virgo (Aug 24 to Sept 23)
Virgos are modest, shy, meticulous, reliable, practical, diligent, intelligent and analytical. Chances are bright for the Virgos whom spiritually inclined to go on a religious skewed trip in the first half of the year that will bring in some mental peace for these people. Creatures of habit, you love carrying the world in your suitcase. This year, resolve to travel light.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 21) Versatility and adaptability form the key traits whilst being communicative and witty to complement the overall excellent interpersonal skills. You are also intellectual, eloquent, youthful and lively.Year will start with some family tours for rejuvenation and fun. Due to the fresh mind after traveling, you will be able to concentrate more on work and progress ahead in a brilliant way.
Scorpio (Oct 24 to Nov 22)
Determined individuals with forceful nature, or rather passionate. Simply exciting, magnetic and intuitive. Scorpions will not be able to enjoy much of traveling the coming year. Some romantic nearby excursions are foreseen for these people in the last quarter of the year. Krabi, Thailand could be a perfect gateaway whilst Bali, Indonesia would tickle the senses of Scorpions.
Aries (March 21 to April 20)
Aries generally represents adventurous, energetic, pioneering, courageous, enthusiastic, dynamic and quickwitted individuals. Coming year will start on a fantastic mood with some adventurous traveling with friends and family. In the last quarter of the year there will be some official tours to some foreign cities that will bring in some important deals and swells your wealth.
Aquarius (Jan 21 to Feb 19)
Aquarians are friendly, honest, loyal, original, inventive and independent. Official tours are not foreseen much for these people in the coming year. August and September will be the months to explore new destinations around the world for fun and leisure.Chittagong, Bangladesh would be an eye opener for you together with Kathmandu Nepal.
Capricorn (Dec 23 to Jan 2)
Practical , prudent, ambitious, disciplined, careful,humorous and reserved culminates your key characteristics. Your boss will select you for some crucial official meetings to be held in a foreign city right in the beginning of the year. You will feel relaxed after some family tours in the middle of the year. March and April will be the best months of the year to plan your romantic tours in the coming year.
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CURRENCY EXCHANGE MALINDOMAG
CURRENCY EXCHANGE So now that you are on your way to your destinations, have you exchanged enough currency to sustain your expenses there? To help you out, the following are exchange rates between Malaysia Ringgit to the official currencies of the dstinations that we fly to: 1.00 MYR Malaysia Ringgit 1 MYR=28.4190 NPR
28.4190 NPR Nepalese Rupee 1 NPR=0.0351877 MYR
1.00 MYR Malaysia Ringgit 1 MYR=21.7263 BDT
21.7263 BDT Bangladesh Taka 1 BDT=0.0460273 MYR
1.00 MYR Malaysia Ringgit 1 MYR=3.617.88 IDR
3,617.88 IDR Indonesian Rupiah 1 IDR=0.000276405 MYR
1.00 MYR Malaysia Ringgit 1 MYR=17.8154 INR
17.8154 INR Indian Rupee 1 INR = 0.0561313 MYR
1.00 MYR Malaysia Ringgit 1 MYR=9.09916 THB
9.09916 THB Thai Baht 1 THB = 0.109900 MYR
1.00 MYR Malaysia Ringgit 1 MYR=0.372106 SGD
1.00 MYR Malaysia Ringgit 1 MYR=0.279330 USD
0.279330 USD UD dollar 1 USD = 3.58000 MYR
21.7263 BDT Singapore Dollar 1 SGD = 2.68741 MYR
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PRODUCT AND SERVICES MALINDOMAG
Malindo Air introduces the Malindo Corporate Programs. Corporate Travel is crucial for businesses and it is growing at an amazing pace. To meet the growing demands of corporate travel, Malindo Air recently introduced 2 new programs under corporate travel; Malindo Gold and Malindo Executive. With a fleet of 19 aircrafts serving 182 sectors a day, Malindo Air has become a preferred choice of airline for business travelers. By signing up with Malindo Air Corporate, a company has a choice to choose between 2 programs that cater to different needs. Malindo Gold, is a premium category of Malindo Corporate and it tends to provide all necessary and luxury services and products to ensure a business traveler experiences a smooth, comfortable and flexible journey. It allows a business traveler to have peace of mind while en route for his meetings. Facilities like Business Lounge, last minute
changes, buggy services, VIP Escort, added baggage allowance and many other facilities that will certainly complete a business traveler’s flight experience. Not to mention special check in counter and priority boarding will offer him more comfort and ease of travel. While the premium category offers complete flexibility and rewards, our Executive category will allow organisations to grab whatever online promotion that is available at real time. Malindo Executive Category will ensure companies that are cost conscious do not miss out on savings. You will not be left out from enjoying all our inflight and on ground services which are completely optional, as this gives you a free hand to cherry pick our services and pay accordingly. For more details on Malindo Gold and Malindo Executive, please log on to www.malindoair.com/ corporate-travel.
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PRODUCT AND SERVICES MALINDOMAG
MALINDO AIR CARGO Malindo Holidays currently offers the best discounts of up to 31% when you book flight and hotel as a package. Whether your holiday is to Langkawi or to the island of Bali, Malindo Holidays offers you a fantastic list of hotels to suit all your needs and fancies, according to your budget. So if you are going for a holiday or business, do check out our offers on our website before you make any bookings. MALINDO AIR EXECUTIVE LOUNGE Malindo Premium Lounge will be operating from 1 June and located at KLIA2 departure food and beverage area (near gate P&Q). Premium Lounge facilities exclusively for our Business class passengers and our frequent flyer members only. Lounge operate from 6am to 10pm daily with the seating capacity of 60pax at one time. We provide comfortable seating area, light refreshment and WIFi.
In June 2013, Malindo Air Cargo was established as part of Malindo Air services on its current flight network. As one of the fastest-growing airline in Malaysia, we strive to deliver highest standard of product to support business logistics to achieve complete customer satisfaction through innovation and creating mutual engagement and synergy. We aim to create a truly global distribution network with relentless focus on improving and providing a reliable service. With our passenger aircraft, our network spans over more than 20 cities. With over 500 flights scheduled weekly, we believe our wide Asia network and reliable service make us your ideal air cargo transport partner. Our airport-to-airport cargo services covers:
• General cargo is the solution for fast and convenient transportation of all goods for a wide product lines that requires less documentation and fewer procedures • Important documents and packaged boxes will be carried as courier on air waybills • Ensures proper handling and utilizes flight-specific routing to provide fresh and on-time delivery for perishable and frozen food Ready to book? We offer technological logistics solutions to our customer, enjoying the convenience of our e-Cargo system for booking and tracking. For any inquiries please contact our cargo sales division at: cargo_sales@ops.malindoair.com +603-2039 6695
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ROUTES MALINDOMAG
Kathmandu
More than 800 flights weekly. Over 30 routes and counting.
NEPAL
Delhi
Dhaka
BANGLADESH Chittagong
Mumbai
THAILAND
INDIA
Bangkok Trichy
Kochi Krabi Langkawi Kota Bharu Alor Star Kuala Terengganu Penang Kertih Ipoh Medan Subang Kuantan
KUALA LUMPUR
Melaka
Johor Bahru
Pekanbaru
Boeing 737
Jakarta
ATR72-600
MALAYSIA Alor Setar Langkawi Penang Ipoh Johor Bahru Kuantan K.Terengganu Kertih
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Singapore Batam
Kota Kinabalu
Kuching
Bandung
INDONESIA
Kota Bharu Kuching Kota Kinabalu Subang Melaka Kuala Lumpur (klia2)
INDONESIA Bali Bandung Jakarta Batam Pekanbaru Medan
THAILAND Bangkok Krabi SINGAPORE Singapore
BANGLADESH Chittagong Dhaka
Bali
INDIA Delhi Kochi Mumbai Trichy Visakhapatnam NEPAL Kathmandu
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FLEET MALINDOMAG
Our Fleet
BOEING 737-900ER
BOEING 737-800
ATR 72-600
Maximum passengers 180 (dual-class layout)
Maximum passengers 162 (dual-class layout)
Maximum passengers 72 (single-class layout)
Maximum take-off weight 83,914 kg
Maximum take-off weight 73,708 kg
Maximum take-off weight 23,000kg
Maximum range 5,990 km
Maximum range 5,765 km
Maximum range 1,648 km
Typical cruising speed Mach 0.791
Typical cruising speed Mach 0.785
Typical cruising speed Mach 0.4173
Wing span 34.3 m
Wing span 34.3 m
Wing span 27.05m
Overall length 42.1 m
Overall length 39.5m
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ON BOARD FACILITIES MALINDOMAG
LUXURIOUS FLYING EXPERIENCE
with our brand new BOEING 737 Business Class
A great experience with us starts on the ground. Breeze through the dedicated Business Class check-in counters and then hop on over to our new Malindo Lounge at klia2 to enjoy free facilities such as WiFi, personal workstations, coffee and tea, buffet spread and other privileges. When you’re onboard, feel relaxed and pampered on full leather seats. Tune in to movies, documentaries, TV shows, songs and games using our in-flight entertainment system. We’ll keep you comfortable on your journey
like you never left home. 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. To add to that, if you’re in need of a charge for either your laptop or smartphone, utilise the power socket and USB port conveniently located at every seat. Oh did we mention you can also view your own files and documents on the screen? Simply connect your USB device to the dedicated port!
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SHORT-HAUL CONVENIENTLY from major airports across Malaysia
Hungry for a foodie weekend to Ipoh or Penang? Thinking about a quick getaway to the jungles of Pahang? How about a short homestay overlooking the idyllic paddy fields
in Kedah? With our frequent flights, all these places are easily within reach. Since the beginning of our turboprop operations in June 2013 at the Subang Skypark, we’ve grown our route network within Peninsular Malaysia and to three cities in Indonesia. As an added courtesy for our guests, enjoy a snack or two with free light refreshments. Also, bring more with you as each flight ticket comes with free 15kg baggage allowance.
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ON BOARD FACILITIES MALINDOMAG
Economy Class 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 free baggage allowance depending on destination. Our reclining leather seats onboard make for an easy and fuss-free journey, and to try to keep 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’s something for everyone young
and old. The USB port on affixed on each seat can be used to access files and gives enough charge for all gadgets. Just plug in, access and that’s it! While only light refreshments are served for free onboard, fret not, because we have a range of delicacies and tidbits to purchase. Browse through our new and improved menu with popular brand items such as Krispy Kreme and Starbucks.
Taking Social To Another Level Ever felt disconnected when you’re travelling? You can leave your worries at the aircraft door – Malindo Air now offers paid access to WiFi and roaming network onboard selected flights*. Send a text message, chat online, update your status on Facebook, tweet your followers or call your loved ones that you’re coming home. Stay connected and updated
Malindo WiFi
like on ground. With 30-minute to 12hour packages to choose from, there’s one for every need. It’s as easy as logging into the WiFi network at a café or restaurant! Purchase any one of the four passes available and follow the login instructions. Voila! * Aircraft type Boeing 737-900ER only.
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malindo directory MALINDOMAG
STATION: ALOR SETAR Station ID: 71000020 ADDRESS: LAPANGAN TERBANG SULTAN ABDUL HALIM Tel: 04-7144881 Operating Hours: Daily 0830-2030
STATION: KLIA2 Station ID: 91200060 ADDRESS: LS2-3-108, Terminal KLIA2, Jalan KLIA2, 64000 KLIA, Selangor Darul Ehsan Tel: 03-20356699 ext 1472 Operating Hours: Daily 0530-2200
Station: Langkawi Station ID: 51000025 Address: Tel: 04-9555688 Fax: 04-95554588 Operating Hours: Daily 0800-2000
STATION: Medan Tuanku Station ID: 91100015 NU Sentral: 91200093 ADDRESS: Ground Floor, 2 Lorong Medan Tuanku 1, Off Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Tel: 03-20356699 ext 1430 Operating Hours: Weekdays 0900-1800 Weekdends 1130-1600
STATION: PENANG Station ID: 51200026 ADDRESS: LOT 12, DEPARTURE CONCOURSE PENANG INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 11900 BAYAN LEPAS ,PENANG Tel: 04-6458858 Operating Hours: Weekdays 0500-1000 STATION: PENANG Station ID: 51200030 ADDRESS: NO 73, PENANG STREET, 10200 PENANG. Tel: 04-2629858 Fax: 04-2619858 Operating Hours: Weekdays 0900-1800 Weekends 1100-1600
STATION: MELAKA Station ID: 21100063 ADDRESS: LOT GL 04, LAPANGAN TERBANG MELAKA, 75350 BATU BERENDAM MELAKA Tel: 06 3170118 Operating Hours: Daily 0900-1800
STATION: TERENGGANU Station ID: 41100021 ADDRESS: LOT L1 L24, DEPARTURE CONCOURSE LANDSIDE AREA, SULTAN MAHMUD AIRPORT, 21300 KUALA TERENGGANU, TERENGGANU Tel: 09-6675412 Fax: 09-6675411 OperatingHours: Daily 0700-1900 STATION: KERTEH Station ID: 21200060 ADDRESS: Lapangan Terbang Kerteh 24300 Kerteh, Kemaman, Terengganu Tel: 09-8261600 Operating Hours: Monday-Thursday 0800-1800 Friday-Saturday (Station Close) Sunday 0800-2000 STATION: KUCHING Station ID: 96102005 ADDRESS: L2L10 Level 2, Kuching International Airport Tel: 082-575820 Fax: 082-575810
STATION: JOHOR BAHRU Station ID: 51400020 STATION: SIBU, SARAWAK ADDRESS: LOT S8, GROUND FLOOR, SENAI Station ID: 61100023 INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, 81250, JOHOR BAHRU, ADDRESS: JOHOR Tel: 084-307901 Tel: 07-5993418 Fax: 084-307902 Fax: 07-5994418 Operating Hours: Operating Hours: Daily 0900-1800 STATION: IPOH Daily 0630-2200 Station ID: 61000026 STATION: KOTA KINABALU ADDRESS: L1 LTE 16 Malindo office, Bangunan STATION: Kuantan Station ID: 96101025 Terminal, Lapangan Terbang Sulatan Azlan Station ID: 21100015 ADDRESS: KOTA KINABALU INTERNATIONAL Shah, 31350 Ipoh, Perak ADDRESS: Lapangan Terbang Sultan Ahmad AIRPORT (KKIA) TERMINAL 1, LEVEL 2 LOT NO. L2L04 Tel: 03-20356699 ext 1437 Shah , 25150 Kuantan (A) 88740 KOTA KINABALU, SABAH Operating Hours: Tel: 09-5381400 Tel: 088-413551 Monday-Thursday 0800-1800 Operating Hours: Fax: 088-413184 Saturday 0800-1800 Daily 0700-1800 Operating Hours: Sunday 0800-2000 Daily 0800-2000 STATION: KOTA BHARU STATION: Subang Skypark Station ID: 51100022 STATION: MIRI Station ID: 51300023 ADDRESS: LOT L1L25 (A) PUBLIC CONCOURSE , Station ID: 61200020 ADDRESS: Lot M24, Mezzanine Floor, Sultan SULTAN ISMAIL PETRA AIRPORT , 16100 PENGKALAN ADDRESS: LOT FL08, FIRST FLOOR, PUBLIC Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, Skypark Terminal, CHEPA, KELANTAN. CONCOURSE, JLN LAPANGAN TERBANG MIRI, MIRI, 47200 Subang, Selangor. Tel: 09-771 5082 98008, SARAWAK Tel: 03-78400492 Fax: 09-771 5081 Tel: 085-615925 Operating Hours: Operating Hours: Fax: 085-616577 Daily 0500-2100 Daily 0600-2300 Operating Hours: Daily 0830-1800 STATION: TAWAU Station ID: 41000024 ADDRESS: LOT NO, L 1 L02B, 1st FLOOR, TAWAU AIRPORT TERMINAL BUILDING, APAS BALUNG ROAD, 91001 TAWAU, SABAH Tel: 089-950551 Fax: 089-950552 Operating Hours: Daily 0900-1800
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