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COVER STORY Short & Affordable Getaways

HAPPENINGS Britney Spears Live in Asia

FEAST: RAMADHAN SPECIAL Enjoy Ramadhan Feast at Sheraton

Imperial Hotel KL and Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

CELEBRITY INSIGHT Dee - Comedian & Entertainer

ON-BOARD - WISHLIST Malindo Airâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest and exciting collection of duty free products

VOYAGE : BANGLADESH Bustling City of Dhaka

Boarding Pass & Loyalty Card Privileges Great offers for Malindo Air

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VOYAGE : Alor setar Hidden Treasures in Northen, Malaysia

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Chandran Rama Muthy

Chief Executive Officer Malindo Air

s we glide into the mid of 2017, we celebrate one of the most historical milestone of the company. Malindo Air has taken the lead to be the first airline in the world to commercially fly the new Boeing 737 Max 8. Max 8 is known to be the best in its class, providing unmatched performance and economics reliability in favour of customers. In view of this, we herein will not only focus on expanding to longer haul flights but will play a key role in providing competitive air fares to travellers alike. Moving into exciting times, I take this opportunity to announce our latest endeavour with Oman’s largest travel and hospitality company. We have appointed Travel Point LLC as the General Sales Agent in Oman. The partnership with Oman will serve the market for leisure, business, pilgrimage and medical tourism. The on-going and auspicious fasting

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journey for Muslims which began end of last month will be an eventful one with the subsequent celebration of Eid al-Fitr that marks the end of the fasting period. For this festive holiday, journey home is usually the most important plan as most individuals intend to get home to be with their loved ones. Planning ahead is advisable to ensure a smooth hopeful journey. In conjunction with the holy month fasting, we have some interesting promotions. This does not only include attractive offers on flight tickets but also on fabulous restaurants to dine-in which can be found in our Indulge section of this issue. As the mid-term national school holidays kicked in end of last month, there will be many requests, demands or talks of vacations. That brings us to our cover story this month which interestingly gives you detailed insights on managing short and more importantly, affordable getaways.

Herein there will be also several suggested destinations within Malindo Air’s international network for you to make your next dream holiday come true. Unconventional tourist destinations; Dhaka, Bangladesh and Alor Setar, Kedah which is in the northern region of Malaysia are exclusively selected to give an eye-opening perspective in our Voyage section. It may indeed be surprising for fellow locals or frequent travellers who are aware of these places but is just learning the hidden treasures in them Marking another celebratory event in June is Father’s Day. Let me take this opportunity to wish all father figures out there, a blessed Happy Father’s Day. Until our next issue, have a pleasant flying experience with us and happy reading. To all celebrating Muslims, wishing you a Happy Ramadhan and Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri.

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Malindo Air

Takes The Skies as The World’s First To Fly Boeing 737 MAX 8

Malindo Air recently held a welcoming ceremony to celebrate being the first airline to take delivery and operate the 737 MAX 8. The welcoming ceremony is graced by Dato’ Sri Azharuddin Abdul Rahman, Director General of Civil Aviation in Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) before the departure of the aircraft’s first commercial service for OD803 from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore. Also present during the event was Rusdi Kirana, co-founder of Lion Group, Dr Dinesh Keskar, Senior Vice President, Asia Pacific & India Sales, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. The airline will be re-branding to Batik Malaysia in the second half of this year.

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Therefore, the first MAX 8 comes in Batik Malaysia livery. Dato Azharuddin said that this marks another milestone for Malaysia’s aviation industry. The airline is proud to be the first to operate one of the world’s most technologically advanced singleaisle airplane. The fuel-efficient airplane is better for the environment and quieter for the communities and hopes to have more people flying to and within Malaysia given the enhanced flying experience with the aircraft. Dr Dinesh said Boeing is honored to join Malindo Air for the very first commercial flight of the 737 MAX. The 737 MAX will provide Malindo with superior economics and performance

and passengers around the world can experience all that the 737 MAX has to offer - with its beautiful features of the Boeing Sky Interior, the quieter engines for a more peaceful flight, and the industryleading reliability of the 737 family. The first commercial flight to Singapore landed at Changi Airport at 11:30am followed by a ceremony from the airport to welcome the arrival. Malindo Air Boeing 737 MAX 8 are configured with a mono-class layout with a total of 180 seats. The airline will received a total of four 737 MAX 8 this year and the aircrafts will be deployed mostly for chartered flights, beginning with its first commercial service from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore.

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Malindo Air

Celebrate First 737 MAX Delivery

Boeing marked the first delivery of the new 737 MAX. The airplane, a 737 MAX 8, was handed over to Malindo Air at the Seattle Delivery Center. The Malaysia-based airline will be the first to put the 737 MAX into commercial service.

Boeing Commercial Airplanes president and CEO, Kevin McAllister said that the airplane will change the face of the single-aisle market. The 737 MAX 8 is the best in its class, providing unmatched performance and economics for the airline customers.

The airline is thrilled to partner with Boeing to take the delivery of the world’s first Boeing 737 MAX. The Boeing 737NG fleet has served Malindo well in its growth and believe that the 737 MAX will become the centerpiece of Malindo Air’s fleet. The

new aircraft will go to further destinations and will play a key role in providing lower air fares to the customers. The 737 MAX family is designed to offer the greatest flexibility, reliability and efficiency in the single-aisle market. Every airplane will feature the new Boeing Sky Interior, highlighted by modern sculpted sidewalls and window reveals, LED lighting that enhances the sense of spaciousness and larger pivoting overhead stowage bins. The 737 MAX is the fastestselling airplane in Boeing’s history. To date, it has received almost 3,700 orders from 87 customers across the world.

Malindo Air

Appoints Travel Point LLC as GSA In The Sultanate Of Oman Malindo Air has appointed Travel Point LLC, Oman’s largest travel and hospitality company as the General Sales Agent (GSA) in Oman, with immediate effect. This appointment signifies the airline’s commitment to expand its presence to the international network, by allowing easy access to Malindo Air’s product & services to the Oman market. The airline aim to grow a stronger network that will connect the passengers to more destinations. The

partnership with Oman Air will serve the market for leisure, business, pilgrimage, medical tourism and more. Malindo Air aims to build a stronger market presence and be the airline of choice with the support from Travel Point LLC. Commenting on their new partnership with the airline, Mr Sunil Prabhakar, CEO of Travel Point LLC said that with attractive fares and premium services, Malindo Air has witnessed quick growth and significant expansion of its route network in a short span

of time and that they share a common vision Travel Point LLC is happy to partner with Malindo Air and will endeavor to leverage this service and offer travellers in Oman, fantastic prices to the

destinations of Malindo Air, that the airline currently operates into. The partnership with Malindo Air in Oman, will further boost the growing tourism industry, enhancing the accessibility of travellers to the world.

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Britney Spears Live in Asia

American pop princess, Britney Spears is coming to Asia for a full-fledge concert. Britney will be performing live in Bangkok on 24 June, Hong Kong on 27 June and Singapore on 30 June. Spears last performed in Singapore nearly 20 years ago at a closed-door showcase. Britney is one of the most successful and celebrated entertainers in pop history with nearly 150 million records worldwide. In the United States (US) alone, she has sold more than 70 million albums, singles and songs, according to Nielsen Music. Born in Mississippi and raised in Louisiana, Spears became

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a household name as a teenager when she released her first single “Baby One More Time,” a Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 smash and

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international hit that broke sales records with more than 20 million copies sold worldwide and is currently 14x Platinum in the US. Her musical career boasts countless awards and accolades, including six Billboard Music Awards and Billboard’s Millennium Award, which recognises outstanding

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Ticket Prices (The Best of Rodgers & Hammerstein)

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career achievements and influence in the music industry as well as an American Music Award and the 2011 MTV Video Vanguard Award. The pop icon currently headlines a show in Las Vegas. She also released an album titled Glory in 2016, which was named as one of the year’s best pop albums by

Rolling Stone magazine. Fresh out of her Las Vegas residency, Britney will be bringing her show “Piece of Me” all over the globe as a world tour. Fans can expect to hear her latest hits in addition to crowd favorites, accompanied with slick dance moves and sparkly, lavish costumes.

Fans of musicals should not miss the exciting concerts themed The Best of Rodgers & Hammerstein on 3 June at 8.30 pm and Sunday, 4 June at 3pm. To be led by its Resident Conductor, Harish Shankar, the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) will present music from some of the most popular musicals of all time such as The Sound of Music, Oklahoma!, Carousel and South Pacific. Petrushka is the next music offering from the MPO slated on 9 & 10 June at 8.30pm. To be led by British conductor Mark Wigglesworth, the MPO will present works by Ravel, Tchaikovsky and Stravinsky, and will collaborate with violinist Nemanja Radulovic.

The Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (MPYO) returns to the DFP stage to present works by Sibelius, Dvorak and Grieg, 11 June at 3pm. A chamber concert with the MPO and MPYO performing side-by-side is scheduled on 13 June at 8.30pm, before the MPO wraps-up the glorious season of music-making with its finale concerts of the season. Themed Love & Death at the Opera, the MPO will present engaging operatic works by Bizet, Verdi and Wagner, on 17 June at 8.30 pm and Sunday, 18 June at 3pm. Wigglesworth will again lead the MPO in these concerts which will welcome soprano Tamara Wilson.

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SHORT & AFFORDABLE getaways

oing on holidays may be fun and exciting, but as it turns out, it

also holds a number of more tangible benefits. In fact, even just a short weekend getaway can do wonders for your health and well-being. It can be tough to find time off from work to go on full-fledged holidays throughout the year, but a three-day weekend can help you rest and recharge in a way that will positively benefit your outlook, relationships, health and productivity. The quick getaway does not require taking a weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s worth of vacation days. It can be done over a long weekend or even just a normal two-day weekend. One can save up vacation days for those future longer trips further from home. Even a two-night trip can result in adequate recharging of the batteries. In fact, short breaks are ideal for various reasons, one being that they can be enjoyed more easily throughout the year. We all need a break from time to time, and opportunities for extended getaways might not come around as often as we would like to. That is where a short break can fit in perfectly, enabling you to go away for a few days and come back ready to take on everyday life once again. Another great reason to take a short break is that it would not cost you as much as an extended getaway. Countless people have been affected by the economic crisis, and many of them have cut holidays from their budget due to necessity. However, while a one or two-week holiday might not be financially realistic for many people during the economic slump, a two or three-day getaway might be manageable. No matter where you are going, there are plenty of simple ways to cut expenses and still enjoy the quality vacation you and your family desire. Here are some tradeoffs to make to keep your vacation on your budget.

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Here are top 8 tips for turning any trip into an affordable activity Sign Up For A Travel-Related Credit Card

Take free tours

Be Flexible With Flights

Book last-minute

Travel Off-Season

Pay for train travel strategically

By utilising the signup bonuses offered with airline credit cards, you can accumulate hundreds of thousands of miles each year. You also get certain perks related to travelling that will ease the travelling expenditure and your pocket. You can also use your miles to reduce your air fare.

A minor tweak in your travel plans can save a bundle, especially if you are buying tickets for a whole family. For solo travellers, choose off-peak seasons to fly to get a good bargain. Fly with stops instead of direct flights. Small changes can save you hundreds of dollars. There are many good sites to set alerts on travel sales. Be on the loop for good bargains. That means signing up to few sites and airways. One can also use Google’s flight search, which allows you to browse the cheapest fares to anywhere in the world from your home airport.

Travel just before or after peak season. Prices are normally low and shops and restaurants are usually open and happy to see tourists. Most importantly, things are also cheaper during off peak season to encourage tourism.

Think Outside The Box

Why are the most popular destinations so expensive? Because everyone goes there. Look out for a country that many people do not flock there. There are many less expensive cities with charm and excitement. Just need to do some research online and decide a country to visit that fits your financial plan.

Skip The Chain Hotel

• Budget hotels: Small family-run hotels and guesthouses, as they are reasonable and have much more personality to them than big hotels. There are many listed on sites like Hotels.com or TripAdvisor for the best selection. Since listings are free, you will see a lot of options. • Apartment Rentals: If you are travelling with friends or family and do not need a concierge, maid service and other hotel amenities, this is the ideal accommodation option. Furnished apartment rentals have become enormously popular in recent years because they are easy to book via the Internet and they often cost half the price of a hotel on a per-person basis. Plus, you get a kitchen, allowing you to cook and reduce food costs. Great resources for this is Airbnb.com.

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In major cities around the world, free walking tours show you the city’s highlights and teach you about the culture. You also meet cool, smart and genuinely nice people. You can also use the hospitality site Couchsurfing to connect with locals who are happy to show visitors around.

Airfare costs tend to skyrocket when reserving at the last minute. Not all aspects of travel work this way, though. Book tours late in the game and it will knock an easy 25% off your bill. No one wants to run an empty tour, so companies always scramble to fill spaces if they have not sold. The ideal time to get the best deal is a couple of weeks before your departure date. Conversely, booking ridiculously far in advance (such as a year or more) can also score a great deal. Try Go-today.com and lastminute.com to get good bargains.

If you are embarking on a tour rather than traveling point to point, consider a rail pass. When used properly, a rail pass can help you save hundreds of dollars, especially if you are taking overnight, high-speed, or long distance trains. A pass lets you pre-book your train travel with a certain number of rides or a pre-set amount of time; if used to the maximum, you will save significantly compared to buying individual tickets. In Australia, a pass can cut costs by up to 70%.

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Best Value Destinations To Visit

Hanoi, Vietnam Vietnam’s ancient capital city has a compact and easy-to-visit center that is a great mix of Colonial and Asian architecture. It has aged well, with the well-preserved Old Quarter, a maze of streets more than 1,000 years old set between the city’s famed Hoan Kiem Lake, the Red River and the few walls that remain of the Hanoi Citadel along with monuments and colonial architecture sitting alongside modern developments. Hanoi has not forgotten its past, as the only city in Southeast Asia with an embalmed leader on display – the body of Ho Chi Men lies preserved in a mausoleum, against his own wish to be cremated. Pretty parks, lakes, shady boulevards and more than 600 temples and pagodas add to the appeal of Hanoi, which can easily be explored by foot or taxi.

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Langkawi, Malaysia Langkawi is an archipelago made up of 99 islands on Malaysiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s west coast. Surrounded by turquoise sea, the interior of the main island is a mixture of picturesque paddy fields and jungle-clad hills. If you are intent on carting off dutyfree alcohol, cigarettes and chocolate, then this is the place to be. Still, nature lovers will find the island just as agreeable as the shoreline is fringed by powder-fine sand and swaying coconut trees. The island is especially recognised for its excellent diving opportunities and this tropical gem hides a treasure trove of other exciting holiday opportunities. From the expansive Underwater World Langkawi along Pantai Cenang to the soaring Cable Car in Pantai Kok, Langkawi is an electrifying locale that keeps visitors coming back for more.

Bangkok, Thailand Bangkok is the perfect blend of old and new, East and West, along with the romance of the Chao Phraya River, which is intertwined with the city it flows through. Golden palaces, floating markets and magnificent porcelain-laid spires are just a few of the other reasons to visit. The Grand Palace is a must, as a compound of palaces and temples where you will discover Thailandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most important relic, the Emerald Buddha, a fifteenth-century sculpture that is actually made of jade. Unwind in the Europeanstyle gardens of Dusit after hitting up Siam Square or Pratunam for shopping and do not miss visiting Phra Nakhon, which hosts the Wat Pho temple of the Reclining Buddha.

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Kathmandu, Nepal Nepal’s capital is surrounded by a valley filled with practically an endless number of historic attractions – in fact, there are seven UNESCO world heritage sites here, including the Buddhist stupas of Swayambhu and Bauddhanath, the Durbar Squares of Hanuman Dhoka, Patan and Bhaktapur, as well as the Hindu temples of Pashupati and Changu Narayan. Visitors can enjoy mingling with locals and animals among the monuments of Durbar Square or join mountain trekkers in the Thamel District and shop for cashmere, pashmina and wool scarfs, carpets and paper prints, created by local artisans. Do not miss sampling the mouth-watering Nepalese dumplings while you are here.

Bali, Indonesia A tropical island in the Indonesian archipelago, known to be picturesque and beautiful, it could almost be a painted backdrop. It has rice paddies tripping down hillsides like giant steps, volcanoes soaring up through the clouds, dense tropical jungle, magnificent temples and palaces, long sandy beaches, warm blue water, crashing surf and friendly people who do not just have a culture but actually live it.

Bali is the perfect holiday destination for all ages offering something for everyone. This tropical paradise has a unique blend of modern tourist facilities combined with wonderful shopping and a rich past and heritage. Some of the best surfing beaches in the world can be found on the western side of the island. The eastern side is a wonderful haven for families, with beautiful white sandy beaches and scenic places.

Kochi, India The striking port city of Kochi or formerly known as Cochin is a tourist’s paradise. Lush mangroves, coconut tress reflected in the translucent waters of backwaters, ancient churches, cathedrals and fort are beautiful scenes that tourists on sightseeing tours would find. Flanked by the Western Ghats on the east and the majestic looking Arabian Sea in the west, Kochi occupies a very strategic location and has been a significant trading zone and attractive tourist destination. The tradition and reputation of this enchantingly quaint port city has maintained till date. Some of the interesting places to visit are Fort Kochi, Bolgatty Palace, Chinese Fishing Nets, Cochin Backwaters and Mattancherry Palace. Sources: http://www.tripstodiscover.com https://www.lonelyplanet.com

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CELEB R IT Y IN SIGHT | DEE

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CELEB R IT Y IN SIGHT | DEE

Dee legendary comedian and entertainer

ee from the hit series Jangan Ketawa is an all-rounder entertainer that got most

Malaysians laughing out of their gut in the 1990s. The vivacious comedian is not just a good entertainer but very hospitable as well. His charming personality has embraced product launches, emceeing and organising events for companies and private functions. Dee comes from a family of good cooks and without a doubt, he inherited the cooking skills. In fact, he has good taste when it comes to food and expects nothing less than perfection. From his late great grandmother, to his mother, aunties and cousins, are all fantastic cooks, so he naturally learned the tricks of the trade. “Once you learn from the best, you will become one of the best .We are the Arab Decendents of Al-Hadi’s and Benyahya’s. Whenever we meet, it is all about food and being festive,” said Dee. Cooking is part of his therapy. Once he gets busy with his creative work and events, he channels his energy towards cooking to calm himself and dispose his negative energy towards something positive and DEE’ licious. He usually cooks his favourite dishes during the fasting month which are

daging masak kicap, ikan goreng berempah (spiced fried fish) and fish curry. When asked about how he celebrates Hari Raya (Eid-al-Fitr), he said he goes back to his hometown with Malindo Air and the festival starts with cooking for the whole family during the season. It is also the time to come together and tighten the family bond. There is usually a lot of laughing and teasing and a good catch-up session. After which he goes on a well-deserved holiday to refresh. Dee is a big fan of Malindo Air. He loves the services he receives whenever he flies with the airline. “I am usually greeted by warm and friendly cabin crews whenever I come aboard. They always provide me with first class service throughout my journey. The seats are super comfortable because there is ample of leg room space for a 6 footer like me. Besides it is also quite affordable to travel in Business class with Malindo Air,” added Dee The entertainer plans to be working for a long time. Cracking jokes, entertaining the masses and making people laugh their hearts out is a skill done by Dee without much effort but great contentment in return. In the long run, he plans to be an

“ I am usually greeted by warm and friendly cabin crews whenever I come aboard. They always provide me with 1st class service throughout my journey. The seats are super comfortable because there is ample of leg room space for a 6 footer like me ” entertainment consultant in providing the best entertainment persona that will make people remember his work and appreciate him for what he does as he wants to become a household name forever etched in the heart and minds of people. That is the branding of Dee that he wishes everyone will cherish and remember him for.

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Bustling City of

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angladesh is a land of exciting mix with fascinating history, vibrant cultures, panoramic beauties of flora and fauna, hills and forests, sandy sea beaches and wildlife. Meanwhile, Dhaka the capital city of Bangladesh, is set beside the Buriganga River, at the center of national government, trade and culture. The 17th-century old city was the Mughal capital of Bengal, and many palaces and mosques remain. American architect Louis Khan’s National Parliament House complex typifies the bustling and fast-growing modern metropolis. To see Dhaka, just climb into the back of one of its myriad colourful cycle-rickshaws and the capital city’s charm will slowly reveal itself. Life flows from the boats on the Buriganga River to its unexpectedly green parks and university campuses. Mughal and British monuments speak of its history. The city has its beautiful mosques and Hindu temples that adds allure to Dhaka. There are also some interesting art and restaurant scenes to see. The city is also in the rush to build new roads

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and a metro railway system that gives a glimpse of the direction of future travel in Dhaka. Dhaka is also known to be a shopper’s haven. The city has some of the largest shopping malls in the world with Basundhara City and Jamuna Future Park being the most prominent ones. If you go shopping in the street bazaars and markets, be ready to bargain. To get a feel for what things should cost in the local markets check prices in the western-style fixed price shops and then deduct 10%. If you prefer hassle free shopping then head to Bashundhara City, a huge shopping centre with lots of modern shops. There are also many kinds of lifestyle of the people in Bangladesh — urban, rural and tribal. Amidst the concrete jungle, the urban life follows a different direction than the rural life. The rural life has a much more strong relation with the nature. And, far from the maddening crowd, there are many tribal lifestyles can be noticed which are unique and vibrant in their own characteristics.

Getting there Malindo Air flies to Dhaka from KLIA 21x weekly. Book your Flight + Hotel package now via www. malindoholidays.com

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National Museum The excellent National Museum, sprawling over several floors, begins with the geological formation of Bangladesh and whisks visitors through a list of the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s flora and fauna before going through the history of Bangladesh. The museum brings up to date with the War of Liberation and the creation of the modern state. Highlights include lively 6th century terracotta Hindu plaques, Buddhist statuary, vignettes of village life and the wooden river racing boat.

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Lalbagh Fort

The half-completed Lalbagh Fort and its well-tended gardens are an excuse to escape Old Dhaka’s hustle and bustle for an hour or so. The fort is particularly atmospheric in the early morning light. Construction began in 1677 under the direction of Prince Mohammed Azam, Emperor Aurangzeb's third son, although he handed it to Shaista Khan for completion. However, the death of Khan’s daughter, Pari Bibi (Fair Lady), was considered such a bad omen that the fort was never completed. Three architectural monuments within the complex were finished: the Mausoleum of Pari Bibi, the Diwan, or Hall of Audience and the three-domed Quilla Mosque. The only monument visitors are allowed is the Diwan, an elegant two-storey structure containing a small but excellent museum of Mughal miniature paintings, coins, carpets and calligraphy, along with swords and firearms. In the same building, a massive arched doorway leads to the hammam (bathhouse).

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Dating from 1872, the must-see Pink Palace was built on the site of an old French factory by Nawab Abdul Ghani, the city’s wealthiest zamindar (landowner). Some 16 years after the palace’s construction, it was damaged by a tornado, then altered during restoration, becoming even grander than before. After the death of the nawab (prince) and his son, the family fortune was dispersed and the palace eventually fell into disrepair. It was saved from oblivion by massive restoration in the late 1980s, aided by photos of each of the 23 rooms, taken during the high point of the palace’s history. The photos are still on display, as are various family portraits and the skull of Nawab Abdul Ghani’s favourite elephant, Feroz Jung.

Bara Katra

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although searching for it among the high-walled, pinched alleyways of this part of the city can be a challenge. Bara Katra, once a palace of monumental dimensions, was built in 1644 and now has a street running through its arched entrance. To find Bara Katra, walk west along Water Works Rd, then turn left down the alley beside a blue-and-white, mosaic-tiled mosque.

Botanical Garden

The shady, tranquil botanical gardens, stretch over 40 hectares and contain over 1000 species of local and foreign plants, as well as lots of birdlife that flock to its several lakes and ponds (particularly in winter). Some way from the centre of Dhaka, it is a nice respite from the city’s mass of humanity. In the distance you will be able to see the Turag River.

Sixty Dome Mosque

It is widely considered to be one of the most impressive Muslim structures in Bangladesh, if not the entire Indian subcontinent, the Sixty Dome Mosque in Bagerhat is a major tourist attraction in the area, forming part of the cultural UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the Historic Mosque City of Bagerhat. The Sixty Dome Mosque, which is also referred to as Shait Gumbad Mosque, in fact consists of more than seventy domes, with the roof being supported in the interior by a multitude of columns and arches, forming a myriad of aisles and bays.

Sources: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/bangladesh/dhaka

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VOYAGE | ALO R S ETAR , K EDAH

Hidden treasures of

Alor Setar, Kedah Text by Carissa Gan

raving a budget escapade into the northwestern realms of Malaysia? A trip to Alor Setar could be just what you need. Situated on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia, Alor Setar is the capital city of Kedah and also the second largest city in the state. Lush green paddy fields are a notable feature that contrast the great mountains in the background. So if you are planning a quick trip there, here are some places you can visit:

Photo credit: The Star Online

Kedah Royal Museum Getting there Malindo Air flies to Alor Setar from Subang 55x weekly. Book your Flight + Hotel package now via www. malindoholidays.com

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This museum was once an old palace that housed the royal families of Kedah. If you are holidaying with your family, a trip to the museum could be an educational and enjoyable activity. Beautiful, intricate details of Kedahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rich culture are engraved into the architecture. The museum is a well-maintained infrastructure with excellent exhibits and information on the royal regalia of the Sultan of Kedah, as well as displays of traditional Kedah weddings.

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Photo credit: Tourism Malaysia

If you are heading to the Royal Museum, the State Art Gallery is just a short walk away. The buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s design reflects elements from eastern and western Roman architecture, and its interior boasts fascinating works by the local people, such as wood carving, calligraphy and painting.

Kedah State Art Gallery

Zahir Mosque Admission into Zahir Mosque is free. Situated in the center of the city, this mosque has been voted as one of the top 10 most beautiful mosques in the world, and is a spectacular sight to behold at night. It is also one of the oldest mosques in the country. Its architecture exuberates IndoSaracenic design, which draws elements from native Indo-Islamic and Indian architecture, along with Gothic and Neo-classical styles. The five black domes mark the five pillars of Islam. Photo credit: Tourism Malaysia

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Alor Setar Tower This is a tourist favourite, as it offers a generous panoramic view of the city from a vantage point on the edge of town. The best time to visit would be right before sunset, so you can catch the last rays of sun beaming brilliantly upon the city, and at the break of dusk, the whole city springs to life in a myriad of colourful lights.

Photo credit: Sit Min Teng

If you are driving along the countryside, you will see green paddy fields stretching into the horizon. That is because paddy fields are a big part of Kedahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s geographical makeup. The Kedah Paddy Museum pays homage to that through its artistic murals and drawings. It is also located beside Gunung Keriang, a beautiful recreational park northwest of the museum.

Kedah Paddy Museum

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ADV ENTUR E | CA M P 5

ock climbing can be both a sport and a tourist activity. Camp5, located at 1 Utama Shopping Center is a popular indoor climbing gym that provides both a good recreational activity for tourists and locals and a comprehensive training ground for the pros who loves rock climbing. Camp5 offers state-of-the-art indoor climbing facility, housed in a 24m high fully air conditioned environment, located on the 5th Floor of 1 Utama Shopping Centre, Bandar Utama. The gym offers 270 o panoramic cityscape views, a relaxing café, and a specialist climbing proshop. The climbing gym has been constructed in accordance with UIAA International Standards. Carpet and foam padding is installed in all climbing areas for ‘short fall’ protection. Bouldering sectors have full mattress protection. Anchors, Top Ropes, and Auto Belays are installed on the climbing walls, with all other climbing equipment available for rent from the reception desk. Camp5 is a facility for climbers. Anyone whom has the acquired the minimum standard of safety skills and

experience simply has to complete the Membership Application Form to gain access to the facility. As members are not directly supervised, age restrictions are part of our safety policy. Members aged younger then12 years, must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian member. Continued adult supervision is recommended for kids up to 15 years of age, however, if the parent is comfortable with their child’s skills and ability, then Camp5 is willing to allow youth, between 12 to 15 years of age, independent access upon request. As the sport of rock climbing provides experiences that are unique to each individual, it is considered as an excellent tool for character and confidence building. Camp5’s also organises school programmes that are centred on the

objectives of team working skills and trust building elements, which are pertinent in the formative years of each child. Since Camp5’s initial provision for school programmes, response has been phenomenal and inspiring. Many international schools of Kuala Lumpur have since widened the size and scope of their rock climbing clubs or societies. Positioned in the centre of the gym, the Camp5 Café offers the public an opportunity to enjoy both the indoor action and the expansive views. A meeting place for climbers and non-climbers, the café serves food with an emphasis on nutrition and flavour. A library of climbing literature, and widescreen TV to view action-sports movies, are a few of the extra services provided to generate a relaxed, friendly atmosphere typical of an indoor climbing scene.

Malindo Air passengers are entitled to 15% savings when the boarding pass or Malindo Miles Membership card is presented at Camp 5. For more information, visit their website at www.camp5.com or call +60 3 7726 0420/0410. JUNE 2 017 | M ALIND OM AG | 27

M ALIND O H O LIDAYS | KUALA LUM PUR

SUNWAY PYRAMID

HOTEL

Located in the vibrant integrated township of Sunway City, the Sunway Pyramid Hotel is 35 minutes from Kuala Lumpur International Airport and 25 minutes to Kuala Lumpur city centre.

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or an all-inclusive convenience, check in to Sunway Pyramid Hotel and be spoilt for choice. Located in the vibrant integrated township of Sunway City, the Sunway Pyramid Hotel is 35 minutes from Kuala Lumpur International Airport and 25 minutes to Kuala Lumpur city centre. The hotel forms part of the iconic integrated development of Sunway City, an award winning destination with a vast array of entertainment, leisure and lifestyle attractions seamlessly integrated across 800 acres for an all-inclusive convenience. This wasteland-turned-wonderland landmark is also home to Asia’s Best Attraction Sunway Lagoon theme park, the massive Sunway Pyramid Mall and a collection of Sunway Hotels with a combined 1,433 rooms, suites and villas, affording guests every conceivable choice and budget. After undergoing a RM125 million renovation which completed in November 2016, Sunway Pyramid Hotel reflects refreshing colours with contemporary interiors catering to the needs of a new generation of travellers. The hotel features 564 guestrooms with options of having unimpeded views of Sunway Lagoon theme park or the city’s skyline. Guests will experience an upgraded stay in the hotel’s latest Deluxe Rooms and the new purpose-built Family Rooms and suites. The Family Rooms are suitable for those travelling with young children for its vibrant interiors and a bunk bed. Whereas the new Family Suites are amongst the hotel’s largest rooms offering comfortable spaces, with added extras like two bathrooms, a mini refrigerator, a microwave and bedding options for up to six persons. Each guestroom and suite in Sunway Pyramid Hotel is focused on technology improvements with complimentary Wi-Fi, bedside USB charger outlets, 42” LED Smart TV with satellite channels, high pressure walk-in shower and other enhanced facilities and services. Guests staying at Sunway Pyramid Hotel will be spoilt for choice when it comes to the extensive food and beverage available in the hotel and choices which are just steps away. Located at the hotel’s lobby level, Taste Enclave offers an exciting culinary landscape of eleven specially-selected food eateries and three mini restaurants; and for those on the go, Kaffeinate at the hotel’s main lobby, serves freshly brewed speciality beverages and a range of light snacks and refreshments. Guests of Sunway Pyramid Hotel have access to the leisure facilities at Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa. These include the free-form landscaped swimming pool with cascading waterfall, a fitness centre and the Balinese-inspired Mandara Spa to enhance the leisure experience for travellers. Sunway Pyramid Hotel is also just steps away from the Sunway Lagoon theme park and Sunway Pyramid Mall. Spanning over 88 acres, the theme park draws fun seekers

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Overall, it is an exciting experience to stay in Sunway Pyramid Hotel where it caters to everyone’s need and fancy be it a child or an adult. With many accessible places and food to explore, it promises an enjoyable and fun stay. Currently, Sunway Pyramid Hotel is offering a special promotional WOW rates, starting from RM338++ per room per night which will end on 28 June 2017.

with its ultimate theme park experience in six adventure zones – Water Park, Amusement Park, Wildlife Park, Extreme Park, Scream Park and Nickelodeon Lost Lagoon. Delve into more than 90 rides and attractions at the family-friendly water park. There are rides and attractions for kids to teenagers and adults. Sunway Pyramid Mall, located adjacent to the Sunway Pyramid Hotel, is home to over 900 specialty stores, 170 food and beverage outlets, entertainment centres, and recreational facilities like an ice skating rink, 48-lane bowling alley, 12-screen Cineplex and much more. Unique for its iconic architecture, Sunway Pyramid Mall has four distinct and experiential themed precincts: Fashion Central, Oasis Boulevard, Asian Avenue and Marrakesh. For immediate booking, call the hotel’s reservations at Tel: +60 3 7492 8000, toll-free (Malaysia only) at 1 800 82 8888, email: srhs.reservations@sunwayhotels.com or book direct and save at www.sunwayhotels.com JUNE 2 017 | M ALIND OM AG | 2 9

CO NNECT | STAY

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Kinabalu Daya Hotel Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia From RM139 per room per night

Kinabalu Daya Hotel offers a wide range of rooms and suites which are fully equipped with modern facilities to accommodate your stay. Each room is tastefully designed and furnished to the highest standard of comfort including individually controlled air-conditioning,

private bathroom with separate shower unit, shaver unit, colour TV, cable TV channels, mini bar IDD and bedside control panel for lighting. Hunterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub, Cafe & Karaoke and

Hunterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Terrace offers the perfect venue for dining, relaxation and enjoyment. Asian & Western cuisines are served in the cafe. It also features popular snacks, thirst quenching drinks and cocktails whilst the karaoke are delights aspiring vocalist and amateur entertainers.

Silom City Hotel Bangkok, Thailand From RM165 per room per night Silom City Hotel Bangkok offers a unique hotel experience with emphasis on comfort and courteous service for both business and vacation traveller. This hotel perceives as the best value 3-star hotel in Bangkok. Silom City Hotel is conveniently located in the business center of Bangkok near all major shopping centers (MBK, Siam Square, Siam Paragon, Central World, Platinum, and the Pratunam district), world famous nightlife and entertainment establishments (Patpong), Bangkok Railway Terminal, Suan Lumpini Park, the Chao Phraya River and the expressway to the airport. The Sky Tain (BTS) is also within walking distance which

is about 11 minutes to Surasak (S5) station and 13 minutes to Chong Nonsi (S3) station. Silom City Cuisine is popular with the guests. They start the day early at 6.30am, with a hearty buffer breakfast, including Asian and European choices. Enjoy favourite western dishes, authentic Thai or Chinese cuisine in our friendly restaurant. The private lounge is an ideal place to relax or entertain friends.

Novotel Bandung, Indonesia From RM225 per room per night Novotel Bandung is the perfect base for exploring the rich colonial architecture of the city. The hotel is conveniently located in central Bandung, just to make your life easier, only 15 minutes from train station and airport, close to shopping center as well as attraction. Enjoy a relaxing massage, followed by a dip in the swimming pool. Get a taste of Indonesian with The Square restaurant truly authentic Indonesian and Asian cuisine at Novotel Bandung Not forgetting the family rooms which are to spend cozy evenings together and wake up smiling in the morning with safe play areas and balanced menus, families at Novotel, are where children are pampered guests and their parents are, quite simply relaxed and happy.

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CO NNECT | FEAST | R A M ADH AN SP ECI AL

Ramadhan at Essence

Sheraton Imperial Hotel

reat your senses to a gastronomic indulgence as the culinary maestros of Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel bring forth a feast not to be missed. During the fasting month, treat your family and friends to dinner in style as our kitchen features a delectable spread of home-made authentic “Resepi Masakan Ibu”

(Mom’s Recipe) experience here at Essence Restaurant, where you can find your favourite mom’s recipe in mouth-watering delights at our collection of stalls and live cooking stations, each traditionally decorated to its food origins. Essence aims to bring about a delightful and tantalising spread mainly of Mother’s

secret recipe, boasting more than 300 mouth-watering specialties from traditional “resepi masakan ibu” (Malay cuisines) and other local favourites and International delights. Guest can expect an array of famous dishes such as Steamed Bamboo Rice, Nasi Lemak Berlauk, Sup Keting, Kerabu Sheraton, Baked Salmon with Onion Acar, and Gulai Kawah Rusuk are just a few from the 120-metre buffet spread, you can witness our chefs create dishes at live cooking stations for a dining experience that heartily satisfies the appetite, using only the freshest of ingredients. The Buffet is priced at RM 155 nett per person with an early bird promotion priced at RM 108 nett (from now until 28 May 2017). The “Resepi Masakan Ibu” at Essence

Restaurant is available for dinner only from 29th May to 23rd June 2017. Children below 4 years old eat for free and Children aged 4 to 12 years old will received 50% discount. For reservations, call 03 2717 9933 or email to Essence.Venue@sheraton. com to book your seats today. For those who would like to break fast in the comfort of their homes or in more exclusive venues, the Hotel also caters for outside catering or at its various function spaces. For cozy company gatherings or private get-togethers, we encourage you reach out to the hotel’s Catering team at 03 2717 9900 or e-mail catering.imperial@sheraton. com to find out more about the hotel’s special Ramadhan Banquet and meeting offers.

Malindo Air passengers are entitled to 20% savings when the boarding pass or Malindo Miles Membership card is presented at Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur in the month of Ramadhan.

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CO NNECT | FEAST | R A M ADH AN SPECI AL

Ramadhan at Le Meridien

Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

e Meridien Kota Kinabalu’s Bazaar Ramadhan, the

city’s most renowned Berbuka Puasa buffet, continues to engage diners with the introduction of a new perspective at Latest Recipe, the hotel’s allday-dining restaurant. The buffet draws inspiration from the muchloved Malaysian phenomena of stalls that mushroom collectively in every town during the fasting month of Ramadhan. These stalls are frequented not only by fasting Muslims but also non-Muslims for the sheer variety of dishes, specialties,

desserts and beverage choices available only during Ramadhan. This year’s Latest Recipe at Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu will showcase another Berbuka Puasa buffet highlighting the many specialities this venue has to offer. Some of which includes scrumptious dishes from Middle Eastern, Japanese, North Indian, Indonesian, Hong Kong, Singapore and Western cuisines, complemented by Malay, Chinese, Nyonya and native Sabah specialties. Diners can also indulge

their sweet tooth with a fabulous spread of desserts from cakes, jellies, puddings, ais kacang, white and milk chocolate fountains, fresh fruits, ice creams plus sweet condiments, various Malay delicacies, a variety of dates, local and western cookies. This year Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu’s Latest Recipe features gearbox soup, briyani gam, flavoured ABC, roast lamb, ayam penyet and warung kelapa. Also Latest Recipe’s signature chicken rice and the return of Tampatan specialties with hinava, tuhau, ayam bambangan, ambuyat and

pinasakan. Not to be missed are the buffet salad and beverage spreads with a vast array of local and international salads and appetizers, cold cuts, pickled condiments, as well as fruit juices, air sirap, air bandung, teh tarik, kopi tarik, and variety of soft drinks. The buffet is priced at RM168nett per person and children (7 – 12 years old) gets 50% off the normal price, however lucky diners can get special rates with the hotel’s Early Bird vouchers which are available at RM108nett and Pre-Purchased vouchers at RM128nett per person.

Malindo Air passengers are entitled to 20% savings when the boarding pass or Malindo Miles Membership card is presented at Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu, Sabah in the month of Ramadhan. For reservation or more information call us at +60 88 322 238 or email us at lemeridien.kotakinabalu@lemeridien.com JUNE 2 017 | M ALIND OM AG | 33

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TA N A M ERA

Weekend Wellness Spa Kit 5 Founded with the commitment to offering fully natural and eco-friendly products, Tanamera has become a stalwart in the natural products market since 2000. All items are made from natural plant ingredients, with raw materials sourced from the rich soil of our tropical rainforests. They contain zero artificial colouring, perfumes, chemical actives or preservatives, and they are full of everything that is good for you and your body. The small woven box comes with five carefully selected items which are Himalayan rock salt scrub sachets x 3, Brown soap (125gm), Black facial soap (60gm), Herbal bath (120gm) and Herbal massage oil. Available at Tanamera retail outlets and online at MYR121.90

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Heart of Gold

ational Heart Institute (IJN) Foundation fundraising

chairman Datin Julini Mohd Ali is a woman on a mission to raise philanthropic support for the care of heart patients at IJN. The IJN Foundation is a non-profit organization with tax exemption status, which was established in 1995. Under the IJN Foundation’s Patient Assistance Programme, the Foundation has spent more than RM2 million each year to fund the treatment cost for poor

and needy patients, for their heart surgery, purchase of devices and heart transplant surgery. The Foundation is also the main supporter of the ongoing research done by IJN’s specialists in cardiovascular diseases. The foundation relies heavily on the generous support of corporates and kind donors to help it continue its’ philanthropic mission for the benefit of those less fortunate. “With heart disease as the leading cause of death in Malaysia, it is even more vital that funds are available, to help more patients and to save more lives,” said Datin Julini.

“It all started when my husband had a heart bypass surgery 19 years ago. It was like a wake-up call for me and felt it was time for me to give something back to the society. She was initially just helping out but the constant visit and help in raising funds had got her to be on the board of trustee at IJN. Ever since then, Datin Julini has been championing for this cause to help people who cannot afford to get treatments. “We have to collect at least RM4 milion a year in order to help the less fortunate patients,” added Datin Julini. The noble cause has given her much happiness as it is very rewarding to see patients especially some of the kids in the ward that she is

very close to healing well and on the road to recovery. Kids have a very special place in her heart as it is quite heartbreaking to see them suffering especially toddlers. She takes her time to get to know the patients and give constant encouragement to them to get better. IJN organises lots of activities and road shows to raise fund for the foundation whereby Datin Julini also takes part to spread the word. In year 2016, the foundation disbursed an amount of RM3.9 million under its Patient Assistance Programme. With the said amount, 157 patients’ surgery and treatment cost were financially assisted in which 80 were adult patients and 77 were paediatric patients.

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CO NNECT | GO L F

Bukit Unggul Country Club

ocated just 40 minutes from the Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Bukit Unggul Country Club is strategically located in the heart of the country’s Multimedia Super Corridor of Putrajaya and Cyberjaya. Accesss to this popular valley-style course is made simple by the KL-Seremban Highway and the Putrajaya – Cyberjaya Highway.

Very few golf courses in Malaysia leave a lasting memory and Bukit Unggul Country Club is one of them. Carved into a 65-hetare valley, the par71 5858 meter long 18 holes golf course is a natural wonder created by renowned American architect, Ronald Fream. Golfers who play here for the first time instantly fall in love with each hole of varying character and challenge. Playing the hilly course demands patience and precise club selection. Here a comprehensive fairway and green maintenance programme ensures a satisfying round for golfer

of all levels. Its undulating Bermuda Tifways fairways and tees, and true-rolling Tifdwarf greens exist harmoniously among a lush, majestic tropical rainforest to make play a true test of accuracy. This course features also a swimming pool, sauna, snooker and games room, fully-equipped gymnasium, a wellstocked pro-shop and three function rooms So come and experience Malaysia’s Valley of Dreams. Bukit Unggul Country Club is simply an unforgettable experience.

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ATTRACTIONS

RAMADHAN SPECIAL Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu 20% savings on Ramadhan Bazaar at Latest Recipe from 27 May - 24 June 2017 Sheraton Imperial Hotel Kuala Lumpur 20% savings on Ramadhan buffet at Essence Restaurant (Regular price at RM155 per adult from 29 May - 23 June 2017) Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa 25% savings on Buffet Dinner at The Resort Café from 27 May - 24 June 2017 V E Hotel & Residence Straits & Arabian Bazaar Promo 15% savings on Straits & Arabian Bazaar Dinner from 6-23 June 2017 Straits & Arabian Bazaar Early Bird Specials Straits & Arabian Bazaar Dinner at RM98 nett per adult (dine from 29 May - 5 June) Book and pay by 15 May 2017 (dine from 6-23 June 2017) with 20% savings for the following : • Straits & Arabian Bazaar Dinner (Regular price at RM128 nett per adult) • Muhibbah Dome Set (cater up to a group of 10) priced at RM1,288 nett or RM1,588 nett per table

Camp 5 15% savings on admission tickets Caversham Wildlife Park, Perth Australia 15% savings on admission tickets KL Bird Park 10% savings on adult ticket

Sunway Lost World of Tambun 35% savings on admission ticket (Malaysian) 15% savings on admission ticket (non-Malaysian)

DINING

Macau Open Top Bus (Macau) Macau Open-top Bus (1 day pass) Promotion price : HKD130/Adult, HKD80/Child

Bombay Spice 30% savings on total bill

Macau Open-top Bus Night Tour Promotion price : HKD130/person

Dining in The Dark KL 20% savings on total bill

The House of Dancing Water (Macau) Promotion price : A Reserve - HKD930/Adult B Reserve - HKD740/Adult C Reserve - HKD550/Adult The House of Magic & Dine Experience (Macau) Promotion price : HKD460/person Resorts World Sentosa Additional 10% savings on the Double The Fun at 50% savings (from RM512/pax) of the below packages : 2D1N Genting Hotel Jurong Fun Fun Fun USS Package • Superior Room (Week Day / Week End) • 1 Night Stay in Superior Room • 2 x Daily Breakfast • 2 x USS Adult Ticket • 2 x USS S$5 Meal Voucher with minimum S$20 spending • 2 x Complimentary Adult SEAA Ticket or Show Ticket 2D1N Genting Hotel Jurong Fun Fun Fun USS Package • Deluxe Room (Week Day / Week End) • 1 Night Stay in Deluxe Room • 2 x Daily Breakfast • 2 x USS Adult Ticket • 2 x USS S$5 Meal Voucher with minimum S$20 spending • 2 x Complimentary Adult SEAA Ticket or Show Ticket Book now at http://malindoholidays.com/promo/ resorts-world-sentosa

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Sunway Lagoon 32% savings on admission ticket (Malaysian) 20% savings on admission ticket (non-Malaysian)

El Cerdo KL 20% savings on total bill Flight Club, Flight Club Grab n’Go KLIA 25% savings on total bill for Malindo Miles Gold and Platinum cardmember 20% savings on total bill for Malindo Miles Silver cardmember and all boarding pass holders Hard Rock Hotel, Penang 10% savings on total bill at: • Hard Rock Café • Starz Diner • Pizzeria • Lobby Lounge • Sand Bar O’Galito 30% savings on total bill Opium KL 20% savings on total bill Royal India 30% savings on total bill Sarnies Cafe 10% saving on total bill Starbucks 10% savings on F&B bill for selected outlets *Offer valid at selected airport outlets by presenting the Malindo Air Boarding Pass only

SOULed OUT 10% savings on a la carte food menu •SOULed OUT Sri Hartamas •SOULed OUT Ampang •SOULed OUT Bangsar South •SOULed OUT Kota Kinabalu •SOULed OUT Taman Tun TheBAR, klia2 25% savings on total bill for Malindo Miles Gold and Platinum cardmember 20% savings on total bill for Malindo Miles Silver cardmember and all boarding pass holders

The Steakhouse KL 20% savings on total bill The Whisky Bar KL 20% savings on total bill V E Hotel & Residence Year Long Deals 15% savings on theme dinner and ala carte order at The Straits Estate Restaurant and Veranda Bar & Lounge

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The Green Market, klia2 25% savings on total bill for Malindo Miles Gold and Platinum cardmember 20% savings on total bill for Malindo Miles Silver cardmember and all boarding pass holders

Sunway Lost World Hotel 60% savings on published room rate

The Green Market, Singapore Changi Airport 20% savings on total bill

SHOPPING & LIFESTYLE

The Morning After 20% savings on total bill Offer valid at the following The Morning After outlets : • Subang Skypark • Penang International Aiport • Ativo Plaza Bandar Sri Damansara • T6 Light Grey • Mroof Ipoh

V E Hotel & Residence 15% savings on Best Available Rate (room only)

Bally 10% savings on normal priced items Hard Rock Hotel, Penang 10% savings on selected merchandise at Rock Shop 15% savings on a la carte treatment at Rock Spa Wellness Spa (KLIA and klia2) 20% savings on normal priced items

OTHERS KPJ Healthcare Berhad 20% savings on executive health Sreeening Male/Female • KPJ Penang Specialist Hospital • KPJ Sentosa Specialist Hospital • KPJ Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital • KPJ Tawakkal Specialist Hospital • KPJ Damansara Specialist Hospital For Indonesian Passport only TurboJet Hong Kong (Sheung Wan) to Macau only • Economy Class Less HK$10 per one way • Super Class Less HK$25 per one way • Premier Grand Class Less HK$40 per one way* Plaza Premium Lounge 25% savings for Malindo Miles Gold and Platinum cardmember on Plaza Premium Lounge access 20% savings for Malindo Miles Silver cardmember and all boarding pass holders on Plaza Premium Lounge access at : • Kuala Lumpur International Airport • Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (klia2) • Kota Kinabalu International Airport • Kuching International Airport • Penang International Airport • Langkawi International Airport • Singapore Changi Airport

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Movie

Azhar Cast: Emraan Hashmi, Nargis Fakhri, Prachi Desai… YEAR: 2016 GENRE: Drama LANGUAGES: Hindi SYNOPSIS: A celebrated cricket team captain’s life and career are in shambles, when he finds himself embroiled in a match-fixing scandal. Will it be a blip that he can overcome or will his involvement cost him his career?

Book of Love (Fighting Mr. Right 2) Cast: Tang Wei, Wu Xiubo, Zhihong Liu YEAR: 2016 GENRE: Romance LANGUAGES: Mandarin SYNOPSIS: Taking a leaf from Helene Hanff’s book ‘84, Charing Cross Road’ and the film it inspired, Xue Xiaolu’s romance centres on a Macau casino hostess and LA real estate broker who fall in love on paper rather than in the flesh.

The Revenant

Cinta di Saku Celana

Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hardy, Will Poulter YEAR: 2015 GENRE: Adventure, Drama, Thriller LANGUAGES: English

Cast: Donny Alamsyah, Joanna Alexandra, Dion Wiyoko YEAR: 2012 GENRE: Drama LANGUAGES: Indonesian

SYNOPSIS: Legendary explorer Hugh Glass is brutally attacked by a bear and left for dead by his own hunting team during an expedition of the uncharted American wilderness, and must navigate a vicious winter in a relentless fight for survival.

SYNOPSIS: A set of mysterious postcards provides the opportunity for Ahmad to meet Indah, a beautiful but vulnerable student, and fall in love. But there’s one problem: Ahmad doesn’t have the courage to talk to her.

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M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story

The Grand Budapest Hotel

Cast: Sushant Singh Rajput, Disha Patani, Kiara... YEAR: 2016 GENRE: Drama LANGUAGES: Hindi

Cast: Ralph Fiennes, F. Murray Abraham, Adrien Brody YEAR: 2014 GENRE: Comedy, Drama LANGUAGES: English

SYNOPSIS: M.S. Dhoni, one of India’s most successful cricketers, led the team to a remarkable victory at the ICC Cricket World Cup finals. From the discipline with which he honed his skills to the obstacles he faced along the way, this film tells it all.

SYNOPSIS: The adventures of Gustave H, a legendary concierge at a famous European hotel between the wars; and Zero Moustafa, the lobby boy who becomes his most trusted friend.

Joy

Rocky Handsome

Cast: Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro, Bradley... YEAR: 2015 GENRE: Drama, Comedy LANGUAGES: English

Cast: John Abraham, Diya Chalwad, Shruti Haasan YEAR: 2016 GENRE: Action LANGUAGES: Hindi

SYNOPSIS: The true story of Miracle Mop millionaire Joy Mangano, founder of a business empire that spanned four generations. Facing betrayal, treachery, the loss of innocence and the scars of love, Joy becomes a true boss of family and enterprise.

SYNOPSIS: A reclusive pawn shop owner forges a bond with his eight-year-old neighbour. Both their lives are turned upside down when she is abducted and he must come to her rescue.

Perahu Kertas

Sang Martir

Cast: Hanung Bramantyo Maudy Ayunda, Adipati Dolken, Reza Rahadian YEAR: 2012 GENRE: Drama LANGUAGES: Indonesian

Cast: Adipati Dolken, Nadine Alexandra, Ray Sahetapy YEAR: 2012 GENRE: Drama LANGUAGES: Indonesian

SYNOPSIS: Best friends Kugy and Keenan are attracted to each other, but hide their feelings from themselves and their friends. When aspiring artist Keenan leaves to study painting in Ubud, things start to fall apart for the friends, and it will be some time before they meet again.

SYNOPSIS: When the orphanage he was raised in is threatened by the criminal Rambo and his gang, Rangga becomes a martyr in order to save the children.

Ice Age

Go Away Mr. Tumor

Cast: Ray Romano, John Leguizamo, Denis Leary YEAR: 2012 GENRE: Animation, Family, Comedy LANGUAGES: English

Cast: Bai Baihe, Daniel Wu YEAR: 2015 GENRE: Comedy, Drama LANGUAGES: Mandarin

SYNOPSIS: When Scrat’s nutty pursuit of an acorn causes a huge seismic shift, Manny, Diego and Sid are cast adrift on an iceberg. If that wasn’t bad enough, they manage to upset a crew of prehistoric pirates as they try to chart their way back home.

SYNOPSIS: The true-life story of a woman’s inspiring journey in fighting a terminal illness, based on the famous Chinese comic series created by online cartoonist Xiong Dun, chronicling the darkest hours of her life in a surprisingly amusing way.

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Aandavan Kattalai

Trouble with The Curve

Cast: Vijay Sethupathi, Ritika Singh, Mehboob Nasser YEAR: 2016 GENRE: Drama LANGUAGES: Tamil

Cast: Clint Eastwood, Amy Adams, Justin Timberlake YEAR: 2012 GENRE: Drama LANGUAGES: English

SYNOPSIS: What happens when people resort to illegal means to fulfil their dreams? ‘Aandavan Kattalai’ paints a riveting portrait of the lives of these dreamers.

SYNOPSIS: “Gus Lobel has been a top baseball scout for decades, but his age is starting to catch up with him and his bosses are starting to question his judgement. The one person who might be able to help is Gus’s estranged daughter, Mickey, who joins him on his latest scouting trip.

Bidadari-Bidadari Surga

Let the Bullets Fly

Cast: Nirina Zubir, Nino Fernandez, Nadine Chandra YEAR: 2012 GENRE: Drama LANGUAGES: Indonesian

Cast: Chow Yun Fat, Jiang Wen, Ge You YEAR: 2010 GENRE: Action, Adventure, Comedy LANGUAGES: Mandarin

SYNOPSIS: Laisa changes the lives of many people by transforming the fields around her village into a strawberry farm. However, Laisa faces a series of challenges in her own life, including falling in love with a married man and suffering from a chronic disease.

SYNOPSIS: In 1920s China, notorious bandit chief Zhang descends on a remote provincial town posing as its new mayor, but soon he meets his match in local gangster Wang, who seems to have more than the wellbeing of the townspeople on his mind.

Cheaper By the Dozen 2

Operation Wedding

Cast: Steve Martin, Bonnie Hunt, Hilary Duff YEAR: 2005 GENRE: Comedy LANGUAGES: English

Cast: Bucek Deep, Yuki Kato, Sylvia Fully YEAR: 2013 GENRE: Drama LANGUAGES: Indonesian

SYNOPSIS: Tom and Kate Baker take their twelve offspring to their long-time family vacation home in Wisconsin. But their retreat soon turns cutthroat when they enter into a competition with the overachieving members of a large family headed by Tom’s old rival, Jimmy Murtaugh.

SYNOPSIS: Kardi leaves the Navy to singlehandedly raise his four daughters, but struggles to leave his hard-nosed military ways behind. As the girls grow up, and suitors start knocking at his door, Kardi sets the amorous men some serious challenges to protect his precious daughters.

Ip Man 3

Kung Fu Panda 3

Cast: Donnie Yen, Lynn Hung, Jin Zhang YEAR: 2015 GENRE: Action, Drama LANGUAGES: Mandarin

Cast: Jack Black, Bryan Cranston, Dustin Hoffman YEAR: 2016 GENRE: Animation, Action, Adventure LANGUAGES: English

SYNOPSIS: In 1959 Hong Kong, martial-arts master Ip Man is forced to protect his city when a crooked property developer and his gangster cohorts attempt to seize control of local real estate.

SYNOPSIS: Portly panda Po must train a village full of his fun-loving, clumsy brethren to make a stand against the supernatural villain Kai in this third instalment of one of the world’s most successful animated franchises.

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TV Series

Mike & Molly Season 6 Episode 1Cops on the Rocks GENRE: Comedy LANGUAGES: English SYNOPSIS: Long-time police partners Mike and Carl attend a couples counselling session in an effort to heal their fractured work relationship. Meanwhile, Molly decides to go solo after Peggy decides not to take part in a promotional radio interview.

The Middle Season 8 Episode 1- The Core Group GENRE: Comedy LANGUAGES: English SYNOPSIS: Frankie and Mike are excited to meet Axl’s girlfriend April, but discover that love may indeed be blind when she reveals a quirky personality trait. Meanwhile, Sue wants to change her major to theatre, and Brick is looking forward to a fresh start at high school.

Fresh Off the Boat Season 2 Episode 2: Boy II Man

The Big Bang Theory Season 9 Episode 2The Separation Oscillation GENRE: Comedy LANGUAGES: English SYNOPSIS: “After Amy breaks up with Sheldon, he tries to retaliate by filming a special episode of ‘Fun with Flags’. Leonard, meanwhile, confronts the woman he kissed on the North Sea in an attempt to put Penny’s mind at ease.

GENRE: Comedy LANGUAGES: Malay SYNOPSIS: “Eddie is so crushed when Nicole ditches him for another boy that he starts listening to Boyz II Men’s ‘End of the Road’ on repeat. Meanwhile, Louis longs for a daughter, which makes Emery and Evan panic that they will be forced to move out of their room.

Mom Season 4 Episode 1High-Tops and Brown Jacket

Two and a Half Men Season 12 Episode 2A Chic Bar in Ibiza

GENRE: Comedy LANGUAGES: English

SYNOPSIS: Bonnie and Adam’s relationship is tested when he moves in with her and Christy for a few weeks. Also, Christy learns the hard way that it may be a mistake to try and meet men with Jill.

SYNOPSIS: “When Walden asks Alan to sign a prenuptial agreement, Alan gets offended and has second thoughts about getting married.

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IN - FLIGHT | GOV ER N M ENT WAR R ANT

Attractive Deals For Government Officials

Great 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 via 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. To make a booking with us, please contact a travel agency that is recognised by the Malaysian Government. Experience the benefits when travelling with Malindo Air’s WPUA travel service:

The benefits of Malindo Air’s WPUA travel service: • • • • • • • • • •

Competitive open fare (Promo Fares, Flexi and Gom Flexi) Baggage allowance up to 40 kg Entitled Malindo Miles point (subject to Terms & Conditions) Change date of flight with no extra charge 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

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

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IN - FLIGHT | M ALIND O CO R PO R ATE

MALINDO CORPORATE TRAVEL PROGRAMME Programme designed around company needs and requirements.

Be it a small company, medium or large corporation, Malindo has a suitable product for every company that meets the company and individual needs. In today’s dynamic and competitive business environment, you need airline product that can be shaped and customized 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 traveler’s needs. It is so easy 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. We can work closely with your appointed travel management companies who are involved in managing your bookings. All you need to do is just to look forward to greater saving and travel experience with Malindo Air.

Malindo Self-Managed Corporate Travel Programme addresses the unique needs of busy corporate travelers and arrangers with a tool to save time and money. The corporate booking tools which is self-managed by you is a great online tools, offering discounts on travel throughout Malindo Air network. It also helps you to manage your business travel bookings and expenses. To get started, register your company with us today by completing an online corporate profile form for registration. Once successfully registered, your company will be notified via email and will be assigned a unique ID & password. The ID will enable a company’s employees to become registered users of Malindo Self-managed Corporate booking tools. Membership is free, join now! Corporate travel has never been easier.

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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FLEET

ATR 72-600 (16 units)

BOEING 737-900ER (6 units)

BOEING 737-800 (23 units)

BOEING 737 MAX 8 (2 units) Operated by Malindo Air

Maximum passengers 72 (single-class layout)

Maximum passengers 180 (dual-class layout)

Maximum passengers 162 (dual-class layout)

Maximum passengers 180 (single-class layout)

Maximum take-off weight 23,000kg

Maximum take-off weight 83,914kg

Maximum take-off weight 73,708kg

Maximum take-off weight 82,200kg

Maximum range 1,648km

Maximum range 5,990km

Maximum range 5,765km

Maximum range 6,510km

Typical cruising speed Mach 0.4173

Typical cruising speed Mach 0.791

Typical cruising speed Mach 0.785

Typical cruising speed Mach 0.8

Wing span 27.05m

Wing span 34.3m

Wing span 35.9m

Overall length 27.116m

Overall length 42.1m

Overall length 39.5m

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R O UTES

AUSTRALIA Brisbane Perth BANGLADESH Dhaka Chittagong CHINA Guangzhou Sanya Wuhan HONG KONG Hong Kong

INDIA Amritsar New Delhi Kochi Mumbai Tiruchirappalli Trivandrum INDONESIA Bali Bandung Batam Jakarta Medan Pekanbaru

MALAYSIA Alor Setar Ipoh Johor Bahru Kerteh Kota Bharu Kota Kinabalu Kuala Lumpur (KLIA) Kuala Terengganu Kuching Langkawi Melaka Miri Penang Subang

TAIWAN Taipei

MYANMAR Yangon NEPAL Kathmandu

THAILAND Bangkok Phuket

PAKISTAN Lahore SAUDI ARABIA Jeddah SINGAPORE Singapore

VIETNAM Hanoi Ho Chi Minh City

SRI LANKA Colombo

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INDULGE YOUR SENSES ON BUSINESS 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. To add to that, if you are in need of charging 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.

UNWIND IN SPACIOUS 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 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

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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.

FIRST TO FLY IN THE WORLD MAX APPEAL AT GREATER HEIGHTS Advance airplane engineering with elements to improve reliability, efficiency and performance. Extraordinary interior improvements with you, the passenger in mind; truly spacious, quiet and with more room for on board baggage.

BOEING 737 MAX 8 AIRCRAFT

Purchase via www.malindoair.com, at sales and ticketing offices, or call 03-7841 5388. *Terms and conditions apply. Malindo Airways Sdn. Bhd. (1018546W )

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Our Service at Your Convenience

It is our mission at Malindo Air to provide passengers with top quality customer service â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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 well-trained 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: 7:00am - 11:00pm (GMT+8) Daily Singapore (+65) 6339 1922 customer_care@malindoair.com Operating Hours: 7:00am - 11:00pm 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 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 11:30 am 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 11:00am to 4:00pm.

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Alor Setar (AOR) Lapangan Terbang Sultan Abdul Halim Phone : +603 2035 6699 (Ext:1436) Business hours : 8.30am to 8.30pm daily 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 8am to 6pm, Sat 8am to 8pm, Sun - 8am to 6pm

Kuala Terengganu (TGG) Lot L1 L24, Departure Concourse Landside Area, Sultan Mahmud Airport, 21300, Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu Phone : +609 667 5412 Business hours : 7am to 7pm daily Kota Bharu (KBR) Lot L1L25 (A) Public Concourse, Sultan Ismail Petra Airport, 16100, Pengkalan Chepa, Kelantan. Phone : +609 771 5082 Business hours : 6am to 11pm daily

Johor Bahru (JHB) Lot S8, Ground Floor, Senai International Airport, 81250, Johor Bahru, Johor Phone : +607 599 3418 Business hours : 6.30am to 10pm daily

Langkawi (LGK) Lapangan Terbang Antrabangsa Langkawi, 07100 Padang Mat Sirat, Malaysia. Phone : +604 955 5688 Business hours : 8am to 8pm daily

Kerteh (KTE) Lapangan Terbang Kerteh 24300, Kerteh, Kemaman, Terengganu. Phone : +609 8261 600 Business hours : Mon - Thurs 8am to 6pm, Sunday 8am to 8pm

Melaka (MKZ) Lot GL 04, Lapangan Terbang Melaka, 75350, Batu Berendam Melaka Phone : +606 317 0118 Business hours : 9am to 6pm daily

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) Level 5, Departure Hall, Counter E, 64000, KLIA. Phone : Business hours : 24 hours

Penang (PEN) Lot 12, Departure Concourse, Penang International Airport 11900, Bayan Lepas, Penang Phone : +604 6468858 Business hours : 6am to 10pm daily

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Airport Ticketing Office Subang Skypark (SZB) Ground Floor, Departure Hall Subang Airport Phone : +603-78400492 Business hours : 5am to 9pm daily

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 : 7am to 6pm daily. Miri (MYY) Lot FL08, 1st FL, Public Concourse, Airport Road, 98008, Miri, Sarawak. Phone : Business hours : 7.30am to 6.30pm daily.

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 Ground Floor 3 Ansal Bhawan, 16 Kasturba Gandhi Marg, New Delhi – 110 001 Phone : + 91 11 4351 5922 / 4351 5933 Business hours : Mon – Fri 9.30am to 17.30pm, Sat 9.30am to 13.30pm

KATHMANDU

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

SINGAPORE

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 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

PAKISTAN 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 (KTM) Ground Floor, GR Complex, House No. 531 Lazimpat, Kathmandu, Nepal Phone : +977 1400 5205, +977 140 5206 Business hours : 9.30am to 5.30pm daily

Reservation & Ticketing Office 61 Stamford Road #01 - 07 Stamford Court Singapore 178892 Business hours : Mon - Fri 9am to 6pm Call Centre : +65 6339 1922 Airport Ticketing Counter Check in Row 1, Changi Airport Terminal 3, Singapore 819663 Business hours : 8am to 8pm 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 Ho Chi Minh City Sales Office (SGN) 37 Dang Thi Nhu street, Nguyen Thai Binh Ward, Dist 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 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

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)

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Safety Onboard

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.

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.

No Smoking

Life Vest

Safety Priority

Baggage

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.

• 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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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 wet cell batteries and aircraft for emergency conditions on water. Passengers are not other items containing materials like allowed to remove the life vest from the gas cylinders and paint are not allowed aircraft and legal actions would be taken onboard. against passengers who do so.

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 Business class: 40kg International allocation

Hand Carry

The amount of checked baggage for international flights varies according to the route, class of travel, as well as terms and conditions of ticket.

Checked Baggage Allowance

Baggage Dimensions

luggage 36cm

Domes c & Interna onal

Up to

7kg

30kg*

40kg

Economy Class

Business Class

23cm 56cm

Note: There are no extra charges for oversized baggage. *According to des na on

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