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CONTENTS MALINDOMAG
INSIDE THIS ISSUE 06
HAPPENINGS Shell Malaysia Motorcycle Grand Prix 2016
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A GLEAMING EXPERIENCE
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CELEBRITY INSIGHT
Bernard Chandran - A Fashion Extraordinaire
24 WANDERLUST: Chiang mai Discover OD’s new destination An Enchanting City of Thailand
28 MALINDO HOLIDAYS
Dorsett Kuala Lumpur : Retreat in the heart of the city
32 FEAST: SRI ANANDA BAHWAN Indulge in the rich flavours of Indian cuisine
34 SPA
Rejuvanating @ Thai Odyssey
36 ON-BOARD - WISHLIST Malindo Air’s latest and exciting collection of duty free products
42 IN-FLIGHT: MOVIES
Keep yourselves entertained on board with these awesome flicks.
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CEO’s LETTER THE MALINDOMAG TEAM PUBLISHER Chandran Rama Muthy EDITOR Kalpana Devasagayam SPECIALIST WRITER Sharmila Vella CONTRIBUTOR Azuan A Zahdi CREATIVE Azim Hafifz Zaini Siti Aisyah Ahmad Tamidzi ADVERTISING & PROMOTIONS Nuruljanna Niza Mohd Noor Siti Zareha Bt Mohamad Salleh Yong MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS Andrea Liong PHOTOGRAPHER Siti Aisyah Ahmad Tamidzi Distribution Nuruljanna Niza Mohd Noor PUBLISHED BY Malindo Airways Sdn Bhd C-5-05, Block C, Oasis Ara Damansara, 2 Jalan PJU 1A/7A, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor. PP 18733/05/2015(034185) PRINTED BY BHS Book Printing Sdn. Bhd. Lot 17-22 to 17-25, Jalan CJ 1-1, Bersatu Industrial Park, 43200 Cheras Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan
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As we approach the final quarter of the year, many of us will be tracking down our respective progress, especially in terms of business. It is not an exception at Malindo Air. In the third quarter, we focused on expanding our regional network, recruitment and talent management strategies. I believe it is currently one of the most important responsibility of any leader in an industry. If you surround yourself with great people, all else will fall in place. Having said that, I am pleased at the milestones that the company has reached most recently with the commitment of the Malindo family and industrial experts. Over a short span of two months we have taken delivery of new aircraft, inked interline partnership with two internationally renowned premium airlines, and extended our wings to four Asian countries ; Medan of Indonesia, Hanoi of Vietnam, Taipei of Taiwan, and finally this month to Chiang Mai, Bangkok. Due to overwhelming demand and with the up-coming year-end holidays, we are also increasing our flight frequencies to Kathmandu, Nepal to 10x weekly, Kochi, India to 11 x weekly and Trivandrum, India to 4x weekly, beginning this month. While planning on your holiday destination with your family, it is good to know of Malindo Air’s facilities for children on board our flight. Our cover story this month
highlights infant, toddler and child’s safety features as well as privileges while flying with us. This is to ensure a comfortable flying experience for both, the minor and parents. Our Wanderlust segments highlight two of our brand new destinations, Taipei and Chiang Mai. While Taipei is an ideal destination for all, it has also been commercialised for Muslim tourists whereby one can stay in Muslim friendly hotels and eat at halal (permissible) certified restaurants in the city. As for Chiang Mai, it will mark its inaugural flight on 30th October. This mountainous old city still retains vestiges of walls and moats from its history as a cultural and religious center. It is also home to hundreds of tranquil Buddhist temples. With this, I would like to wish a very Happy Diwali to all celebrating Indians. May this festival of lights illuminate your well-being simultaneously and create more flying opportunities for you and your loved ones during the festivities. To my team, who will be on duty during this holidays, I sincerely appreciate your continuous commitment towards the company. Till next month, have a pleasant journey and happy reading!
Chandran Rama Muthy CEO, Malindo Air
INSIDER’s PR & Events
Malindo Air Launches KL-MEDAN Daily Service
Malindo Air’s inaugural flight took off from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) to Kualanamu International Airport, Medan (KNU), Indonesia on August 29 in line with the airline’s international network expansion plan, bringing its route network to 41 destinations in 14 countries, to date. Malindo Air flight OD 322 departs every day from KLIA at 8.15 pm and arrives at Kualanamu International Airport at 8.15 pm local time. There is a time difference of one hour between Kuala Lumpur and Medan. 4 | MALINDOMAG
Whereas, the flight will depart Medan at 7.10 am and arrive at KLIA at 9.10 am local time. This new service will have much to offer in stimulating business and trade growth between Malaysia and Indonesia. Medan is a very popular holiday destination with the famous Lake Toba, being an attraction to most Malaysian travelers. Passengers’ load is quite promising on this sector and Malindo Air is expecting good demand for this route. The airline is glad to offer passengers another travelling
option and convenience by bridging the gap between Kuala Lumpur and Medan. The tourism traffic between both countries is expected to grow with the commencement of Malindo Air’s new services. Herein, Malindo Air will also be able to contribute to the Government's aspiration of turning KLIA into a preferred transit and tourism hub in the region. The narrow-body Boeing 737800ER aircraft with a seat capacity of 162, with 12 Business Class and 150 Economy Class seats, will be used for this route.
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Expanding in Asia Malindo Air expanded its connectivity to Vietnam and Taiwan last month with commencement of flights to Hanoi on September 1 and to Taipei on September 10. This expansion is in line with the airline’s international network plan, bringing its route network to 41 destinations in 14 countries. With the launch of daily services from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) to Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, the airline marks its entrance into the second city in Vietnam after Ho Chi Minh City. Malindo Air flight OD 571 departs daily from KLIA at 9.15 am and arrives at Noi Bai International Airport at 11.25 am local time. Hanoi is one hour behind Kuala Lumpur. The return flight will depart Hanoi at 12.15 pm and arrive at KLIA at 4.35 pm. As for Taiwan, this will be Malindo Air’s first venture to the country. OD 632 departs every day from KLIA at 7.15am and arrives at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport at 11.45am. The return flight OD 633 will depart from Taipei at 12.45pm and arrive at KLIA at 5.30pm. Both the destinations are expectedly popular for tourism and business ventures, especially in
view of the encouraging passenger load since its inception. Malindo Air foresees an overwhelming demand for these sectors. Tourism is one of the fastestgrowing economic contributors to the country’s Gross Domestic Product. In 2014, there were about 286,000 Vietnamese tourist arrivals to Malaysia for business and leisure and last year the arrival growth was registered at 6.7 percent. As for Taipei, the new daily service
will continue opening Malaysia up to the world, making it easier for passengers to travel not just to Malaysia but also beyond, via Malindo Air to Indonesia, Singapore, the Indian sub-continent and Australia. Vietnam’s and Taiwan’s market has a huge potential among Asian countries, and Malindo Air’s foray into these cities will certainly contribute towards achieving Malaysia’s target of getting 36 million international visitors by 2020. The airline will work closely with Tourism Malaysia and the travel agents to design promotional and shopping packages, to coincide with Malaysia’s Year End Sale happening in December. The plan is also in tandem with Tourism Malaysia’s strategy of boosting arrivals from Vietnam and Taiwan through health tourism, MICE tourism and increased air travel options. The Tourism Ministry is targeting a total of 30.5 million tourists arrivals this year, which would translate into a total tourism income of RM103 billion. With the expansion of its network, Malindo Air is now aspiring to be renowned for its aviation excellence and onboard hospitality.
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HAPPENINGS
ShellMalaysiaMotorcycle Grand Prix 2016 MotoGP Malaysia 2016 is a highlyanticipated motorcycle racing event in Kuala Lumpur which takes place every year at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC). Also known as the Shell Malaysia Motorcycle Grand Prix from Oct 2830, the event also hosts 80 bikethemed booths, on and off-track entertainment, top motorcycle manufacturers such as Honda, Yamaha, Ducati, Suzuki and Aprilia, and not forgetting an impressive line-up of the best riders from all over the world. Local fans will definitely want to root for Adam Norrodin and Khairul Idham Pawi who are making their mark in the Moto3 championship even in their rookie year, and not forgetting, national favourite Hafizh Syahrin in the Moto 2 category. The race, which is Round 17 of the 18-leg 2016 MotoGP World Championship, is also the 26th edition of the Malaysia MotoGP. The MotoGP weekend offers a packed programme filled with evergreen favourites such as the Riders' Autograph Session, Bike Stunt Show, Safety Car Ride, Public Pit Lane Walk, and the Mega MotoGP Carnival. Meanwhile, new on the programme is a riders’ cycling activity, a sports match between 6 | MALINDOMAG
the top MotoGP riders against Malaysia’s top athletes, Riders’ Fan Forum, and a two-day Rockaway Malaysia MotoGP Weekend concert. Leading up to race week, SIC is also organising fun activities including live viewing sessions of MotoGP races complete with contests and prize giveaways. So be sure to catch the upcoming races at The Podium by Daun in Sri Hartamas. Keep track of the timing on SIC’s Facebook page.
For the first time ever, SIC is offering a special Watch the Race from the Sky activity that literally offers a different point of view of the race. MotoGP fans can watch the various warm-up and qualifying sessions and races, and enjoy refreshments 50 metres above the race track, on all three days. To find out more about ticket prices and activities lined up for 2016, visit Sepang International Circuit’s website at www.sepangcircuit.com.
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By Sharmila Vella
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raveling with children in a flight can be a fun adventure given that the rightful preparations are done prior to the trip to ensure a pleasant flying experience for the whole family. Many young parents anticipate quality time with their little ones especially during school holidays or festivities. However, the thought of flying may sound a little challenging to some. Almost all airlines provide facilities to ease parents when travelling with infants and toddlers. Malindo Air provides exceptional priviliges for these passengers to find the fun back into flying. The airline defines an infant as any child under two years of age. Healthy newborn babies may travel after nine days of delivery without medical clearance. Passengers between two and 12 years of age will be considered as children and need to have their own seat.
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Infant and Child Facilities In order to make your journe y comfortabl e and pl easant, it is
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best to pre-plan and consider several aspects before the journe y. Parents with infants are advise to request for a bassinet when booking a ticket. The bassinets are located on Row 1 of Business Class and Row 4 of Economy Class in Boeing 737 aircraft. You are also permitted to use a Child Restraint System (CRS) for infants inside the aircraft, provided an additional seat has been booked for the infant. If a seat has not been purchased, the infant will be secured to the adult’s lap using an infant seat belt that is attached to the adult’s seat belt during takeoff, landing and when the fasten seat belt sign is illuminated and recommended at all times while seated. Malindo Air also provides a diaper-ch anging tabl e in lavatories on all flights except
on ATR aircraft service. Our cabin crew will guide you to the lavatory equipped with this facility.
Infant and Child Safety Procedures Malindo Air practices detailed procedures and has highly trained cabin crew that are specific to the evacuation of infants and children. The responsible person (parent or guardian) should be made aware to remove the infant or child from the CRS for the evacuation process and to always leave the CRS behind. In a planned emergency evacuation, the responsible person should hug their infant to them so that they can evacuate down the slide together. When boarding an escape device (e.g. slide, slide raft, ramp slide) with infants, jumping together onto the
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escape device, produces faster way out than sitting and sliding. Another safety feature is to place small children near the window seat as children enjoy reaching out and exploring. If they are on the aisle, there maybe chances of accidental bumps by other passangers or serving carts. Ideally, two responsible adults should sit on either side of the child. Also, one can seat the child on a row with a window on one side and the adult on the other. If masks deploy, the parents should put the mask on first. The practical reason for it is, if the brain is starved of oxygen (hypoxia), one can get confused and be unable to help their child. By putting on their mask first, the parent or responsible adult will reduce their chance of falling victim to hypoxia. In Malindo Air, every aisle has four oxygen mask to a three seater in a row. So there will always be extra oxygen mask for children seated with parent. As for baby prams they will have
to be handed over to the airline staff, before boarding the aircraft cabin due to cabin storage space limitation. They will be carefully stowed in the cargo hold upon check-in for both the safety and convenience of your family and other passengers. However, umbrella-type baby strollers are allowed onboard and will be stored in the Business Class coat closet with the assistance of cabin crew.
Unaccompanied Minors and Young Passengers Travelling Alone Malindo Air also provides services for passengers aged between two and sixteen who are entitled to additional amenities and privileges. Children in this age group usuall y should be accompanied by an adult in the flight but if they are travelling alone under any circumstances, then rest assured that they will be in safe hands. Passengers within this age
group who are travelling alone, are categorised into two; Unaccompanied Minors (UM) for children travelling alone between the ages of 5 to 12 years and Young Passenger Travelling Alone (YPTA). Independent young travelers aged between 13 and 16 years traveling with our airline are considered as YPTA. Our ground staff will be alerted of UM and YPTA present for flights and take them under their care from the check-in process until the boarding gate where they will be handed over to the cabin crew. Upon reaching, the child will be accompanied by our staff through immigration processes and baggage collection, before being handed over to the appointed guardian. Malindo Air takes extra precaution to ensure that your child will be with welltrained staffs hence experiencing a smooth journey.
Infant and Child Benefits The airline also practices priority boarding for families with young children in tow. Families with children are invited to board the aircraft first. This allows ampl e time for parents to stow awa y their lugga ge and ensure their children are settl ed in their seats comfortabl y before other passengers come in. Flight fares also varies for infants and children. Malindo Air onl y charges 10 percent from adult fare for infants. As for toddlers aged two till 11, the airline charges 85 percent from adult fare on international routes. As a travel tip, parents or guardians are advise to bring along some preferred toys, favourite snacks, books, childfriendl y headphones or other enternaining distraction in efforts to keep them occupied till reaching their destination. On the whole, parents will not have to worry when travelling with young ones on Malindo Air as we provide all the facilities needed in having a comfortable journey. MALINDOMAG | 11
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Children Friendly Outlets The child friendly cafés and restaurants are talk of the town in recent times. Here are some interesting cafes to check out when travelling with kids within Malindo Air’s destinations.
Rosie Jean’s Cafe
119 Caine Road, Central Hong Kong Rosie Jean’s Café is completely dedicated to children of all ages. The coffee house is home to all kinds of seating areas to choose - the playground, a terrace, sofas and high-quality food for both parents and kids alike. To keep the little ones entertained, the play area is a treasure trove of scooters, doll houses, legos, bowling pins and lots of books. The nextdoor Woodland School has its own playground with all kinds of slides and climbing structures, and you can access it all for an additional HK$20. If you need a sweet treat to round out the afternoon, ask about the ‘mini’ cupcakes, which are the perfect snack size for kids.
Money Jump Restaurant
2nd Floor 127 Lake Street, Taipei Good Man, Taiwan This restaurant has a carousel for children to ride and play on. This child friendly restaurant not only provides healthy meals for kids and adults but the restaurant concept has many unique entertaining features for young ones. Some of the features rendered for kids are Power Sand Table that resembles a sandy beach, parent-child reading corner, slides and a peek-aboo tunnel.
Ootong & Lincoln
258 South Terrace, South Fremantle Perth, Australia Situated in one of the storefronts along South Terrace, Ootong & Lincoln is a large and airy space, with plenty of light streaming through the windowed front walls. There are tables outside along the sidewalk, counter seating along the front windows, and the café is filled with mismatched tables and chairs. There is plenty of space for highchairs, prams and bikes. There are a few large tables perfect for big families or groups. The decor is comprised of metal piping, old bicycles, and light bulbs hanging from the ceiling in jars, creating a very cool ambiance. Kids will enjoy this café as much as the parent. There is a designated kids’ area with a mini table and chairs, and a chest full of games, books and toys.
Charlie Brown Cafe
58-60 Cameron Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong Charlie Brown Café in Hong Kong is the first Charlie Brown Café ( Peanuts Comic Strip themed café ) in the world. The flagship store is located at Tsim Sha Tsui, with a total area 4,000 square-foot, decorated with lovely Peanuts Character sculptures and collector’s items. With an ornate interior that’s matched to a relaxing ambience, this café is the perfect leisure retreat for people with family living in Tsim sha tsui. Any pedestrian walking by will be captivated by the Peanuts cartoon drawn on ceiling light, and upon walking in, meet the gang of characters illustrated on wallpapers. It is perfect for fans of all ages. By using organic condiments and not MSG or other artificial additives,the soups, pastas and sandwiches served at Charlie Brown Café makes it the ideal choice for those seeking a healthy meal especially for little ones.
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IN-FLIGHT TRAVEL INSURANCE
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olidays are not just about checking a new country off the list. They are about experiencing a new culture. As this typically includes tucking into the local cuisine and wine, staying fit and trim while on holiday is a challenge. A good exercise routine is all about… routine. A holiday is not routine. You do not have access to your usual gym; you might not know a safe running route; your meals are being prepared for you and your sleep patterns are affected by different time zones. Staying healthy and trim on holidays can be a chore, and who needs chores on a vacation? We’ve put together some top tips to help smart travellers enjoy the wining and dining without putting on the kilos.
Pack your running shoes Even if you are not a runner, taking a walk and stretching your legs is the best exercise for burning calories. After all, exploration is what travel is all about.
Have red days and green days Mentally mark each day as red or green. On a green day enjoy the food on offer without feeling guilty. On a red day choose only the really healthy options on the menu.
Pack your swimming costume You cannot use the pool without one, and if you are not staying in a resort, you never know when you will find a beach, or a beautiful lake, with shimmering clear blue waters to swim in. Have fun and splash around, but try to get some proper swimming in too.
Take some healthy snacks When you are out and about, it’s so easy to grab snacks from a convenier store or café, but the healthy choices may be unavailable or sold out. Include a trip to a convenience store to pack some dried fruits and nuts. Enjoy your meals and experience the local cuisine, but reduce eating between meals.
Turn your room into a gym If your itinerary is packed for sightseeing, the only time you have to exercise may be late at night. Spread a towel or a sarong on the floor for a good stretch. If you have a pilate band, use it to keep your muscles toned. And turn those mineral water bottles into weights to shape up your arms!
A little of everything is good for you Another approach is to eat smaller portions. For example, have two courses instead of three; ditch the dessert altogether; eat an appetiser instead of a main meal. Restaurant food tastes great, but the main ingredients that make it taste that way are fat and salt. If you were cooking the same meal at home it would probably be healthier.
Try something new Travelling to new places gives you the opportunity to have new experiences and that is the same for sports. Whether it’s mountain walking, rock climbing, horse riding or snorkelling, find a reputable company to help you try something new in a safe environment. Ditch the taxi Why use a car or public transport when you can walk, and see life at your leisure? Of course, do check out the safety aspects before you setoff. Stay active Try dividing your days into two halves. Each morning get up and get out. Choose an activity to get the blood pumping. Talk a long walk; take the children to the beach and, rather than sitting in the sun, organise some races; hire some bikes; climb the tallest building in the city. Then when you get back to your hotel after lunch you can relax and enjoy a good book without feeling guilty.
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CELEBRITY INSIGHT
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CELEBRITY INSIGHT
Bernard Chandran a fashion extraordinaire
By Sharmila Vella
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Image by Siti Aisyah
alaysian Fashion Designer, Bernard Chandran is in the business of creating beautiful and exceptional attires that makes every woman feel amazing whenever they wear his creations. His penchant for refined, ladylike image struck a chord with lots of women all over the world and garnered the designer a name in the fashion industry. Bernard designs for many of the country’s elite including the royal houses of Malaysia and Brunei. His designs also caught a number of celebrities like Lady Gaga, Estelle, Rihanna, Little Boots and Tori Amos who have flaunted his designs. When asked about his views on fashion, he sees fashion as a “form of freedom of expression and individualistic style,” and believes that it is significant to be innovative and take risk to introduce new concepts and styles. Most of Bernard’s creations are drawn from Chinese, Malay, Indian and other eastern cultures. His inspiration comes from simple things like even a baby’s contraction monitor. He found the pattern inspiring as he was present during the delivery of his five children and used the monitor’s pattern in his designs. He explains that inspirations are everywhere and all one needs is an eye to capture and turn it around in their work like he does. He regularly does runway shows around the world, although he does
Malindo Air. Also the scheduled time for flights in Malindo Air are to his convenience. “Overall it has been a smooth and pleasant journey with Malindo Air,” added Bernard recently during an interview. As most industries are becoming fashion conscious, many countries around the world are slowly emerging to become fashion capitals. His fashion not only has “I loved the one-sided an edge, but he customises his designs according to his kebaya and the attractive clients taste and preference. sarong design and actually He is known to make women feel comfortable and fabulous thought it was an in couture fashion. Indonesian airline before He told us, “Today the Bernard Chandran brand is also best coming to know that it known for interpreting cultures originated from my own on the runway. Bernard also believes that home country” having a positive mind is important in the world of fashion; to aspiring fashion was first attracted to the Cabin designers, he would say: “Believe in Crew’s uniform and the element of what you do, be passionate about it, fashion is significant to any airline be genuine about it and eventually in this sense as it resembles the the universe will favour you!” A traditional family life is important company. “I loved the one-sided kebaya to Bernard, and he always strives to and the attractive sarong design keep his feet on the ground with his and actuall y thought it was an wife and children. He comes from a traditional Indonesian airline before coming to know that it originated from background with mixed parentage of Indian and Chinese. He is known my own home country.” Bernard is also an avid traveler and to be spiritually tied to his roots. uses Malindo Air whenever he flies to And now, not only does he chant his prayers, but he also chants for any of the airlines routes. Spacious legroom and good his success. service is what attracted him to use tailor his overseas ranges to be more daring than his range for Malaysia. Bernard believes in the importance of creativity, confidence and vision. “I am a big believer in what I do, rework and rework and you will attain the success or the design you want,” says the designer. With the mention of Malindo Air, Bernard commented that he
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WANDERLUST TAIPEI
taipei Fun City of
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Yangmingshan National Park
Getting there Malindo Air flies to Taipei from KLIA 7x weekly. Book your flights online at www.malindoair.com
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destination that offers an interesting mix of cultural and historical treasures along with abundance of natural beauty, Taipei of Taiwan is fast becoming a serious contender in the battle of being East Asia’s top holiday destinations. If your idea of a great getaway includes a selfie in front of one of the world’s tallest building, trying out delicious local cuisine, spending a night in a historical building and hiking in a scenic volcanic landscape, then Taipei is the place for you. The city has long been a popular choice amongst tourists within the region. Recently, efforts have also been introduced to ensure tourism products in Taipei are Muslimfriendly which enables Muslim visitors to equally enjoy the Fun Taipei experience promoted by the local tourism authorities. After spending four short days in Taipei, you will get a glimpse of the Fun Taipei experience with an interesting twist, combining the must-sees of Taipei with the Muslimfriendly hotels and restaurants in the city.
Taipei 101, Discovery Centre of Taipei & Taipei Grand Mosque The first landmark that would attract the attention of a first-time visitor would be the Taipei 101 building. This 509.2 metres tall skyscraper is the icon of Taipei and makes a good background for any “I am in Taipei” kind of photos. Not too far away is the City Hall building which houses the Discovery Centre of Taipei. This is the right place to appreciate the history and background of Taiwan, including the diversity of Taipei city. The exhibits are mainly interactive which allows visitor to virtually travel across the city and through time in discovering the city in detail. After touring the city centre, a good stop would be the Taipei Grand Mosque. Being the largest mosque in Taiwan, this mosque is the centre of Muslim community in the country. The warm hospitality common among Taiwanese can also be seen at the mosque as visitors are always welcomed to perform their prayers and meet up with the locals. The mosque also serves an important role in advising the various initiatives taken in making restaurants, hotels and service providers to be Muslimfriendly. One restaurant that had benefited from this is Kanna Khazana. Located in the City Centre, this restaurant not only has a nice backdrop of Taipei 101 but also serves tasty halal authentic Indian cuisines at a reasonable price. MALINDOMAG | 19
WANDERLUST
Ximending Shopping District & Chang’s Beef Noodle Ximending is not only a shopping haven, it is also one of the city’s culture centres, home to a massive variety of fashion clothing shops, wide-ranging restaurants and kiosks that sells interesting stuff. Known to some as “Hara juku of Taipei”, this place is a perfect spot for peoplewatching while enjoying a cup of Taipei’s famous bubble milk tea. One would not leave Taipei without trying out the famous Taiwanese beef noodle. After all, this is a city that has an annual festival of its own devoted to the dish. The good news for Muslim visitors is that there is a halal version of the famous beef noodles. One of the restaurants selling it is Chang’s Beef Noodle Shop which offers a delicious bowl of homemade noodle with tender and juicy beef in a clear broth soup. Chang’s Beef Noodle
Ice Monster’s Shaved Ice
Ice Monster’s Shaved Ice
Yangmingshan National Park & Beitou Hot Springs Just 45 minutes away from the city, Yangmingshan National Park provides a contrast environment to the city’s modern settings with its scenic grassland hiking trails and beautiful flowers especially during the cherry blossom season. A popular area within this national park is Qingtiangang known for its wide, grassy meadows and occasional strolling buffaloes which make a perfect setting for substantial travel photos. Another interesting side of Yangmingshan National Park is Xiaoyoukeng which is well-known for its fumaroles, sulfur crystals, hot springs and unique terrain formed by postvolcanic activities. The intense smell of sulfur along with the geothermal heat and seeing bubbling puddles by the side of the footpath are part of the experience of visiting Xiaoyoukeng. Not to be missed is a visit to Beitou District. A countryside resort town in the mountains with obvious traditional Japanese influence, Beitou is famous for its hot springs, bath houses, public parks and a beautiful public library. For Muslim travellers visiting these areas, Atami Hotel is a great place to stay or stop for lunch. The hotel not only 20 | MALINDOMAG
Shaved ice is a popular dessert in Taiwan. Walk along any night markets and you will easily spot people of all ages enjoying it. Ask any locals and most would recommend one name associated to shaved ice in Taipei – Ice Monster. Named by CNN as one of the top 10 desserts in the world, shaved ice at Ice Monster is a must-try item particularly its signature item - Mango Shaved Ice. It is a generous portion of shaved ice topped with fresh mango, mango syrup, condensed milk, and mango sorbet. Beitou Hot Springs
offers halal food upon request but also Muslimfriendly facilities such as prayer area for its hotel
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guests. A delicious halal meal and soothing hot-spring soak, is the perfect recipe for a great relaxing time.
Whether you are a backpacker or someone who enjoys luxury travel, Taipei has something for everyone. Together with its unique culture and amazing attractions,
the status of being Muslim-friendly is something that will definitely widen Taipei’s attractiveness as a top holiday destination.
Muslim-Friendly Hotels Just like Atami Hotel, Muslimfriendly hotels are picking up around Taipei. Hotels like Taipei Nandong City Suites and The Grand Hotel are providing delightful halal local cuisine and dedicated dining area for its Muslim guests. Additional facilities such as prayer mats, the Holy Quran and Qiblah direction are also provided upon requests by guests. While it may be seen as just a place to sleep after a long day of touring the city, staying in a classy hotel can at times be an experience by itself. This is where The Grand Hotel fits in nicely. The hotel is not only famous for its iconic traditional architecture but also has a long history of receiving world leaders and guests from all over the world. You might even be lucky to get to tour the secret passage well hidden within the hotel.
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WANDERLUST CHIANG MAI
Chiang Mai By Sharmila Vella
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WANDERLUST CHIANG MAI
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he ancient city of Chiang Mai is a travel guide favourite, mainl y because of its’ spectacular mountains, vibrant hill tribes and a tranquil vibe when one visits this part of Th ailand.
Situated in the northern part of the country, it oozes culture and history with its pretty moat, ench anting fortresses and ancient pagodas. The natural wonders in Chiang Mai creates a ch aracter that is unique to a region once known as the Kingdom of a Million Rice Fields, or “Lanna” in Th ai language. Tourists can opt to stay among the old town lanes th at offers an exceptional taste of provincial Th ailand, with centuries-old templ es, bustling street markets and cozy coffee shops at every corner. There are many activities to experience such as adventure trips to mountain national parks and waterfalls, trekking, el eph ant riding, famil y attractions like the zoo and more. One of its other main attractions are the numerous wats (templ es) th at carries its own traditions, history and myths. Also known to be a shopping paradise, visitors should take note on their beautiful h andicraft and nick knacks sold at pretty reasonabl e prices in Chiang Mai. Tourist can also watch artisans make their products before purch asing them. A not to be missed part of shopping is to browse the night market and Sunday market for wood carvings, silver, silk and snap up brand-name items in the department store on Huay Kaeo Road. The city itself offers pl enty of things to do in the way of templ e visits, street food, and culture. But beyond its boundaries, you will find natural perfection, awe-inspiring sceneries and interesting communities deep in the mountains.
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Wat Prathat Doi Suthep This mountain top templ e is a must-see in Chiang Mai. Wat Doi Suthep’s central shrine contains a much-revered, seated Buddh a, and is one of the most popular attractions in the city. Statues of two demons guard the entrance to the templ e precinct and the gall ery is adorned with statues of Buddha in the Chiang Mai and Sukhoth ai styl es.
Doi Inthanon This is the highest peak in Th ailand, and the national park th at surrounds it, is fill ed with some of the many natural wonders th at make the country such a draw in the first place. You can do some trekking and hike the mountain, or take a more l eisurel y route around the park. Several waterfalls and a hill tribe village are among the attractions, along with two pagodas built to honor King Bhumibol Adul yadej and Queen Sirikit.
Wat Chedi Luang Constructed in 1401, the imposing structure was damaged during an earthquake in 1545. But it remains remarkabl e today, and you can still see the massive el eph ant carvings th at adorn it. Beneath a huge gum tree on the l eft of the entrance to the precinct stands a delightful littl e templ e, the Lak Muang. Built in 1940 on the site of an earlier wooden building, the shrine is the abode of Chiang Mai’s guardian spirit (Lak Muang). According to tradition, if the great tree should fall, disaster will overtake the city.
Wat Prasingh It is the largest wat in the city, and dates to 1345 when an ancient king built it in his father’s honour. The wat’s most sacred shrine is a small building call ed the Phra Wih arn Lai Kam, erected during the reign of King San Muang Ma (1385-1401) to house the famous, now sadl y headl ess, Sukhoth ai-styl e figure known as the Phra Singh Buddh a.
Elephant Nature Park Visitors are invited to spend a day volunteering with the el eph ants, feeding them and bathing them in the river. Most of the el ephants are rescues, h aving suffered as show or labor animals. Once they come here, they are no longer workers and are treated gentl y and respectfull y. A day spent here is an eye-opening experience, as you both get to spend time up close with the el eph ants and l earn about their plight.
Bua Thong Sticky Waterfalls The wooded area surrounding the falls is serene and peaceful, but the real draw is the fact that you can walk up the falls. The limestone is “sticky” even as the water runs over it, so you can climb up and down to your heart’s content. Lanna Folklife Museum Set inside the Th ai-colonial-styl e former Provincial Court, dating from 1935, this imaginative museum recreates Lanna village life in a series of life-sized dioramas th at explain everything from lai krahm stencilling and fon l ep (a mystical Lanna dance with long, metal false fingernails) to the intricate symbolism of different el ements of Lanna-styl e monasteries. Sourced from - http://www.planetware.com/ and http://www.lonel yplanet.com/thailand/chiang-mai
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orsett Kuala Lumpur is located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur’s Golden Triangle and at the start of Bintang Walk. It is just a stone’s throw away from the capital’s finest shopping malls, eateries, entertainment centers and tourist spots.
A short 5 minutes’ walk and guests will find themselves at the door steps of Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, Starhill Gallery, Sephora, Lot 10 Shopping Centre, Sungei Wang Plaza, Fahrenheit 88, Berjaya Times Square and more. Whether it is a high-end label or a highstreet brand you are after, it is easy to make a day out going to the stores available here. In another short scenic stroll by the airconditioned link-bridge, patrons will find the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC), Petronas Twin Towers and Suria KLCC Shopping Centre. Slightly further away will be the iconic KL Tower, world’s 6th tallest tower, offering the most spectacular view of the city. Another five to 10 minutes’ drive away is the newly opened IKEA Store in Cheras. 28 | MALINDOMAG
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At the other end of Dorsett is Jalan Imbi, a charming juxtaposition to the gloss and shine of Jalan Bukit Bintang’s malls. The street is richlydecorated with heritage kopitiams (coffee shops) and old shops that have spanned generations. This street is also home to some of the best street food in the city. Being approximately 50 minutes away from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, the hotel is certainly the perfect place for the business and leisure travellers. To ensure your stay is beyond expectation, Dorsett has completed the makeover of all its 322 guestrooms with a series of newly refurbished rooms and suites. Choose from the stylish Dorsett Room, sophisticated Deluxe Premier Room and well-designed Family Room to the classy and engaging Dorsett Suite that measures up to 45 square metres for a refreshing Dorsett experience. Each room is well-equipped with 40-inch Full HD LED television with 24-hour satellite TV programmes, direct dial and voice mail system phones in room, complimentary bath amenities, high-speed Wi-Fi internet access, in-room electronic safe box, minibar, coffee and tea making facilities, iron and ironing board amongst others. Dorsett is the first hotel in Malaysia to offer smartphones in each room, for its guest to use outside of the hotel as well. The “Trendi” phones are pre-loaded with unlimited 3G
data, local calls, SMS and are free to use, to ensure that they are always connected. In addition, guests are able to gain access to a wide range of information, including places to visit, best in class special promotions, as well as make reservations at restaurants or book tickets for shows all through one integrated platform. The technology-led hotel also has individual Wi-Fi signals in each room, so there’s little risk of
your connection slowing down – a real advantage when traveling on business. The hotel also boasts two newlyrenovated food and beverage outlets to cater to ones’ palate. Whether it’s a buffet, casual dining or a coffee break whilst you recline in your comfy sofas, or to unwind after a long day, the new contemporary food & beverage outlets at Dorsett will cater to any occasion and taste. Checkers Cafe, an all-day dining outlet, is located on the 1st Floor whilst Windows Cafe and Lounge is conveniently located adjacent to the lobby, with a dedicated bar. Other facilities include the gymnasium located at Level 4 of the hotel and an outdoor swimming pool with a dedicated kid’s pool. The spacious four function rooms located at Level 2 are fully complete and readily available to facilitate all kinds of business and banqueting needs from 10 to 200 people. Dorsett Kuala Lumpur remains one of the most preferred and recommended 4-star hotel in the city centre of Kuala Lumpur.
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D Pavilion Inn Colombo, Sri Lanka From MYR 549 per room per night D Pavilion Inn defines the ultimate boutique hotel experience in Colombo. With its mid twentieth century heritage structure and antique style furnishings, this colonial villa embodies the art of luxury living. With elegant accommodation options including a suite, a unique salt water swimming pool, and a fine dining restaurant complete with sommelier, the Pavilion offers the ultimate in privacy and seclusion for the most discerning traveller. Unwind yourself from the cares of the world and relax in the soothing waters of our salt water swimming pool.
Hyatt Amritsar Amritsar, India From MYR 369 per room per night Hyatt Amritsar, a luxury hotel in Amritsar (applied for 5-star deluxe reclassification to the Ministry of Tourism India) is located at a convenient distance of 4 kms from The Golden Temple and provides complimentary scheduled shuttle service to it, as per the prayer timings. Hyatt Amritsar welcomes business and leisure travelers to enjoy world class hospitality along with historical wonders the city has to offer. It is located minutes drive from main market Hall Bazar & Katra Jaimal Singh and several iconic local attractions like Jallianwala Bagh and Wagah Border. Hyatt Amritsar offers 248 elegant guestrooms including suites which are on the highest floor of the hotel to ensure panoramic views of the city. Rooms have a sleek contemporary design with the highest levels of comfort.
Chokhi Dhani Resort Jaipur, India From MYR 529 per room per night Ra jasthan is the land of mahara jahs and one of the most well-known destinations in all over the world. The heritage hotels in Jaipur are synonymous of luxury. Well known for warm hospitality and part of India’s Golden Triangle, Jaipur is one of the top best five destinations in India. Chokhi Dhani Group provides a unique experience of Ra jasthani culture.Our luxury hotel comprises ethnic cottages, suites, heritage hospitality and beautiful ethnic ambience. It is an ideal place for vacation, business meetings with 5 star facilities fulfilling all guests’ needs. Chokhi Dhani Ra jasthani Village is a cultural tour with folk entertainment and mouthwatering Ra jasthani food.
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Flavourful
By Sharmila Vella Images by Siti Aisyah
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ndian restaurants in Kuala Lumpur are aplenty, particularly in affluent Bangsar and Brickfields’ Little India area. However to choose an authentic one that fullfills your craving, can be quite tricky. Serving original Northern and Southern Indian cuisine with rich ingredients and spices, is this local household chain of restaurants called Sri Ananda Bahwan (SAB). The outlet was first established on October 3, 1991 as a start-up enterprise with a mere capital of RM6,000 at 2982, Jalan Bagan Luar, Butterworth in Penang. It was later incorporated into a private limited company called the Sri Ananda Bahwan Restaurant (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, on March 9, 2001. SAB is a well-established business model with 25 years of history. As of 2016, there are about 12 different outlets in Malaysia. They have set a great vision to achieve the best banana leaf restaurant and catering organisation in Malaysia. To meet this mission, they strongly believe in providing healthy and nutritious products at exceptional value with an unrelenting commitment to provide superior customer services.
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SAB takes pride in their wide selection of vegetarian meals, meat dishes and sweet savouries served at reasonable prices. The interesting part of eating authentic Indian food here, is its servings that are displayed on a banana leaf in small or medium portions of rice, vegetables, meat and sweets. Just the presentation will entice customers to savour on the delicious spread while their drinks, served in big silver tumblers or mini clay pots are equaly appetising. To quench your thirst, there are a variety of creative drinks on the menu. Some of their signature drinks are mint lassi (flavoured yogurt drink), mango lassi, chocolate lassi, badam milk (cow’s milk with cashew nut), three layer tea and masala tea. All the flavours of robust spices and fresh ingredients made it a meal to return for. Especially the chicken and mutton dishes. The buttermilk helped cool some of the heat and
spice, while the pappadam offered its usual crispy crunch. Located conveniently right behind Bangsar LRT station (walking distance through Menara UOB), SAB also offers nasi kandar, banana leaf rice with side dishes, naan, tandoori, thosai, roti, chapatti, poori and many more varieties in the menu. The naan had a very welcoming aroma, and the dishes were served with excellent selection of condiments such as mint chutney, curry, lime, onion, carrot and cucumber. A must try in SAB is their tandoori chicken, chicken tikka masala, mutton vindaloo, mutton peratal and fried fish. Not only are the dishes flavourful, but they were unique in taste. Some of them were a little bit spicier which added more zest to the cuisine. Their exquisite taste rivalled even those from other fine dining Indian restaurants. Another not to be missed item in their menu is their briyani dish.
The dish was tenderly cooked and delicious, without too much of the overpowering spices. As for dessert, there is an array of Indian sweets to satisfy your sweet tooth craving. Some of the desserts that are available in SAB are gulab jamun, payasam, halwa, laddu, jangiri, and mysore pak. The rava kesari is one of the most popular Indian desserts to go for. The semolina pudding was beautifully moist and generously sprinkled with raisins and sliced almonds. Patrons who are celebrating Diwali, can purchase some of the festival specialities from SAB such as traditional murukku, achi murukku, ghee balls and murukku mixture. If good South Indian food is much needed on your palate, then SAB is a one stop destination for you to experience India, in the Malaysian style.
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Authentic Thai Massage @ Thai Odyssey By Sharmila Vella
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raditional Thai massage has been practiced for centuries to deeply relax the mind and
body. As a restorative and holistic full body massage, the Thai Odyssey treatment stretches your muscles through gentle, rhythmic control to relieve aches and pains. As you enter any of the Thai Odyssey outlet, soothing Thai music and aromatic herbs will embrace you, making you feel immediately relaxed. With attention to details of the Thai cultures in their warm décor, it is the perfect place to escape from your daily hectic routine. Apart from the well-designated and equipped single and group spa rooms, there are varieties of massage services for both men and women to choose from, such as their signature Traditional Thai Massage, Thai Aromatherapy Massage, Thai Herbal Therapy and Traditional Foot Massage to name a few. All the treatments are performed by well-trained and attentive therapists from Thailand. As in many massage spas, it starts with a foot wash. Instead of the usual foot bath, you will get a foot shower on a pile of pebbles to clean 34 | MALINDOMAG
your feet before the massage. After which you will be escorted to a private room that is designed in beautiful Thai interior. Before the massage, the therapist will give you some comfortable clothes to change in. Thereafter the therapists applies her skills to unblock your trapped energies. As is the custom with this sort of treatment – sometimes known as passive yoga – the expert therapist will maneuver the body into yoga-like stretching positions, applying pressure along the meridians and mobilizing your joints. It is reasonably standard that the massage consists of long, slow strokes or rubbings. At first the strokes were applied with fingers and palms, but it gets stronger and firmer in the later half of the session when the masseuse switches it to the sides of her upper arms with reasonable firmness. To complete the Traditional Thai Massage session, the therapist performs the signature stretching of body and arms leaving one fully relaxed and rejuvenated. Extending the spa experience to the comfort of one’s home, Thai
Odyssey has created “Back to Nature” skincare and body care products. Using natural ingredients, without preservatives, customers are able to enjoy the quality of their products even at home. Thai Odyssey believe that perfect skin comes from good ingredients, good products and good skincare. The spa products are also certified by Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia. All Thai Odyssey’s 50 outlets can be found in prominent shopping complexes throughout Malaysia and currently, they have extended their services to customers in Thailand, Indonesia and China as well.
Write & Win! Stand a chance to win a Traditional Thai Massage voucher worth MYR130 In not more than 30 words, tell us what do you like about Thai Odyssey. Be one of five lucky winners by emailing your answers to; mmag@malindoair.com
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aving worked over 8 years in the corporate sector, Pamela Nathan decided to take a bold step of leaving employment and pursue what she really wanted to do most - baking. Being extremely passionate about baking, she developed a natural flair for decorating cakes and cookies. Additionally, her biggest inspiration is said to be from her grandmother and mother who have passed on their family recipe which has its unique ingredients that makes her baking goods compelling. In order to preserve the family heirloom of decadent cakes she started baking business from home and called it Natalees Treats. Her array of products include fruit cake, premium butter cake, macadamia cookies, gourmet gift baskets just to name a few. All products are made from pure butter with imported natural ingredients. whereby one will be able to immediately taste it when indulging in them. This Diwali, Natalees Treats would be focusing one of the most sought after cakes - The Sri Lankan Rich Fruit Cake. The cake is intense in texture, bursts with
flavour and has a nice nutty nibble at the end. It is then topped with a layer of crushed almond burfi (a dense milk based sweet confectionery) and enrobed with a velvety fondant icing. Each cake is intricately hand painted and inspired by mehendi designs. This wonderful treat is also ideal as a beautiful festive season gift. You may get in touch with Pamela at nataleestreats@ gmail.com or Fb page Natalees Treats.
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The Novotel Vines Resort & Country Club
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he Novotel Vines Resort & Country Club is located within the Swan Valley in Perth, Western Australia. The Resort is located approximately 35 mins from the Perth Central Business District (CBD) in the tranquil Swan Valley. Surrounded by award winning wineries, restaurants and galleries, the Resort will provide the relaxed atmosphere to unwind and rest, knowing you are only 35 mins from the city.
History The Vines Resort & Country Club was first established in 2 separate developments with the golf course being completed first. The first 27 holes of the golf course was built in 1988. The additional 9 holes, making the Golf Course 36 holes, was established in 1997. Both courses were designed by Course architects Graham Marsh and Ross Watson and is continually featured in the Top 20 Resort Courses every year.
Golf Course Continually rated as one of Australia's best golf resorts, The Vines golf courses are surrounded by native bush with abundant wildlife, lush manicured gardens and the magnificent Swan
Valley wine region. Two equally challenging 18 hole golf courses await your arrival. With lush bent grass greens, among the largest in the country, unique bunkering and a beautiful natural layout, you will be tested on every hole whilst also taking time to soak up the surrounds. Together the Ellenbrook and The Lakes layout hosted some of the world's golfing greats including Norman, Player, Els, Langer, Daly & Campbell during the Heineken Classic 1993 – 2001, Johnnie Walker Classic in 2006/2009 & the Lexus Cup 2007 saw some great lady golfers on the course including Annika Sorenstam & Se Ri Pak. This is your chance to follow in the footsteps of the greats either to test yourself off the championship tees or relax and enjoy the fun of the 'white' tees.
Getting there Malindo Air flies to Perth from KLIA 12x weekly. Book your Flight + Hotel package now via www. malindoholidays.com
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Dining in the dark kl 20% savings on total bill Grill Chick 15% savings on food bill Femina Shopping Mall, 107-A, Williams Road, Cantonment, Trichy, India. Kampong Kravers 10% savings on ala-carte meals total bill Skypark Mezzanine Floor and Departure Lounge only Kohinoor 20% savings on total bill Manmaru Robatayaki & Bar 15% savings on food only G26, Ground Floor, Atria Damansara, Jalan SS22/23, Damansara Jaya, Petaling Jaya Marrybrown 10% savings on food bill O’ Galito 15% savings on total bill Lot C3.05.00, Connection Level 3, Pavilion Shopping Mall Opium KL 20% savings on total bill PREZZO 15% savings on total bill 14, Jalan Telawi 5, Bangsar Baru, Kuala Lumpur. SABA RESTAURANT 15% savings on total bill SH-1, Sanjay Arcade, Indian Bank Colony, Sundarnagar, Trichy India. 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
Skillet @ 163, Fraser’s Place 20% savings on food bill Spice Of India 20% savings on total bill • Spice of India KLCC Level 4, Suria KLCC • Spice of India Pavilion Lot 6.41 & 6.42, Pavilion Shopping Mall Starbucks 10% savings on F&B bill for selected outlets
ATTRACTIONS Bird Park 10% savings on adult ticket Caversham Wildlife Park, Perth Australia 15% savings on admission tickets Jump Street Malaysia 20% savings on all jumping time
The BAR, klia2 20% savings on total bill
RETAIL Eraman Duty Free 10% savings on purchase (excluding Liquor & Tobacco)
The Green Market, klia2 20% savings on total bill
Bally Opening Special 15% savings on your total net bill
The Green Market, Singapore Changi Airport 20% savings on total bill
Shop & Stay @ Airport Shoppe RM 30 spend in a single receipt and get RM 10 Voucher
The Resort Café, Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa 20% savings on food bill The Steakhouse KL 20% savings on total bill The Whisky Bar KL 20% savings on total bill The Green Market Express, Singapore Changi Airport 10% savings on total bill Rosie Jean’s Cafe (Hong Kong) Free coffee with every slice of cake purchased
Eraman Privilige Card - Double Reward 10% savings and enjoy an 20% OFF with a minimum purchase of RM300 nett in a single receipt. Femina Shopping Mall (Hyper) 10% savings on purchase of gifts, toys, crockery, household articles and home appliances Offers valid at Femina Shopping Mall at Trichy, India. Samsonite 20% savings on normal priced Samsonite luggage or backpack WELLNESS SPA 20% savings on normal priced items at : • Wellness Spa, KLIA • Wellness Salon, KLIA • Wellness Spa, klia2 • Wellness Spa, Singapore Changi Airport
OTHERS Institut Jantung Negara (IJN) 15% savings on Fitness & Wellness package 15% savings on Essential package 15% savings on Elite Female package 20% savings on Premium Female package 15% savings on Elete Male package 15% savings on Premium Male package TurboJet • 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* Hong Kong (Sheung Wan) to Macau only Plaza Premium Lounge 20% savings on Plaza Premium Lounge access at : • Kuala Lumpur International Airport • Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (klia2) • Plaza Premium Lounge, Kota Kinabalu International Airport • Plaza Premium Lounge, Kuching International Airport • Plaza Premium Lounge, Penang International Airport • Plaza Premium Lounge, Langkawi International Airport • Plaza Premium Lounge, Senai International Airport • Plaza Premium Lounge, Singapore Changi Airport Vasan Eye Care, Trichy India 10% savings on surgery and optical consultation charges and complimentary of registration fee Vasan Dental Care, Trichy India 10% savings on treatments Complimentary on registration, consultation OPG and Cephogram
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IN-FLIGHT In-Flight Movie
Movie Airlift Cast: Akshay Kumar, Nimrat Kaur YEAR: 2016 GENRE: Drama LANGUAGES: Hindi SYNOPSIS: Ranjit Katyal is an affluent Indian, living in Kuwait. His world comes crashing down, when Iraq invades Kuwait. While he can help evacuate his family, the usually ruthless Katyal decides to stay back to ensure the safe passage of scores of Indians back to their homeland.
Toba Dreams Cast: Vino G Bastian, Mathias Muchus, Marsha Timothy YEAR: 2015 GENRE: Drama LANGUAGES: Indonesian SYNOPSIS: “An adaptation of T. B. Silalahi’s novel of the same name. Conflict arises between former sergeant Tebe and his rebellious eldest son, Ronggur, when Ronggur disapproves of this father’s plan to use his retirement money to live in peace on the shores of Lake Toba.
Ice Age: Dawn Of The Dinosaurs Cast: Ray Romano, John Leguizamo, Denis Leary YEAR: 2009 GENRE: Comedy, Animation LANGUAGES: English SYNOPSIS: Manny and the gang’s third cool adventure sees them discovering a whole new world with some very scary inhabitants. Meanwhile, Scrat goes nuts over the beautiful Scratte, but is she trying to win his heart or steal his acorn?
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First of May Cast: Richie Jen, Alyssa Chia, Lyan Cheng YEAR: 2015 GENRE: Drama LANGUAGES: Mandarin SYNOPSIS: An English speech contest brings high school students Lin and Wong together, however an incident tears the young lovers apart. 20 years later, however, their paths cross again because of Wong’s 17-yearold daughter, Bai.
IN-FLIGHT In-Flight Movie
Mad Max: Fury Road
Ra jini Murugan
Cast: Tom Hardy, Charlize Theron, Nicholas Hoult YEAR: 2016 GENRE: Action, Adventure LANGUAGES: English
Cast: Sivakarthikeyan, Soori, Keerthi Suresh YEAR: 2016 GENRE: Comedy, Drama LANGUAGES: Tamil
SYNOPSIS: In a bleak post-apocalyptic future, Max joins forces with female warrior Furiosa to flee from tyrannical cult leader Immortan Joe and transport the despot’s five wives to safety, resulting in a deadly, high speed chase across the Wasteland.
SYNOPSIS: Ra jini Murugan is an aimless lad who spends his time loitering around. Fed up with his antics, Ra jini’s grandfather fakes his own death, in order to distribute his property. But when a local goon lands up at their doorstep, claiming kinship to the deceased man, trouble begins.
Wazir
If I Stay
Cast: Amitabh Bachchan, Farhan Akhtar, Aditi Rao YEAR: 2016 GENRE: Thriller LANGUAGES: Hindi
Cast: Chloe Grace Moretz, Mireille Enos, Jamie YEAR: 2014 GENRE: Comedy, Romance LANGUAGES: English
SYNOPSIS: ATS Officer Daanish loses his daughter while chasing terrorists. Guilt-ridden, he is on the verge of ending his life, when he meets a wheelchair bound chess grandmaster. A tenuous friendship is struck between the two. A game of life & death ensues, with startling discoveries.
SYNOPSIS: As Mia struggles to choose between pursuing her musical dreams at Juilliard or following a different path to be with the love of her life, a car crash changes everything and all Mia’s choices are gone... except one.
The Wedding & Bebek Betutu
CityLights
Cast: Tora Sudiro, Aming, Ananda Omesh YEAR: 2016 GENRE: Comedy LANGUAGES: Indonesian
Cast: Ra jkummar Rao, Patralekha YEAR: 2014 GENRE: Drama LANGUAGES: Hindi
SYNOPSIS: The cast of the hit comedy ‘Extravaganza’ reunite for this tale of a group of hotel employees trying to save the wedding of their boss’ only daughter while attempting to cater for a demand for special bebek betutu (Balinese grilled duck) in the space of 24 hours.
SYNOPSIS: Having failed to repay his debts, Deepak, his wife and young daughter, move to Mumbai, in search of a better life. But soon the sincere Deepak falls prey to the treacherous charms of the city. With two mouths to feed, survival is a challenge.
I Am Somebody
Paris Holiday
Cast: Wan Guopeng, Wang Ting, Lin Chen YEAR: 2015 GENRE: Drama LANGUAGES: Mandarin
Cast: Louis Koo, Kuo Tsai Chieh, Alex Fong YEAR: 2015 GENRE: Romance, Comedy LANGUAGES: Mandarin
SYNOPSIS: A cast of bona fide extras takes centre stage in Derek Yee’s bittersweet drama depicting young migrants chasing their dreams of stardom at China’s Hengdian World Studios, the “Hollywood of the East”.
SYNOPSIS: After his high-flying girlfriend refuses his marriage proposal, Chun-kit flees to Paris to mend his broken heart. But Chun-kit’s plans for a soul-searching holiday go awry when he is forced to share an apartment with an eccentric artist, who is also fresh from a breakup.
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IN-FLIGHT In-Flight Movie
Merah Putih
The Longest Ride
Cast: Lukman Sardi, Teuku Rifnu Wikana, Doni Alamsyah YEAR: 2009 GENRE: Drama LANGUAGES: Indonesian
Cast: Scott Eastwood, Britt Robertson, Jack Huston YEAR: 2015 GENRE: Romance LANGUAGES: English
SYNOPSIS: Despite their differences, Amir, Tomas, Marius, Soerono and Dayan quickly bond when they join Indonesia’s struggle for independence, and when their unit is all but wiped out by Dutch soldiers the survivors form a guerrilla group to defeat their enemy and defend their freedom
SYNOPSIS: Based on a novel by the author of ‘The Notebook’. Following a car accident, young couple Luke and Sophia make an unexpected connection with Ira, an elderly man whose memories of his own decades-long romance with his wife deeply inspire them.
Temporary Family Taken 3 Cast: Liam Neeson, Forest Whitaker, Maggie Grace YEAR: 2015 GENRE: Action, Thriller LANGUAGES: English SYNOPSIS: When his ex-wife is brutally murdered, former covert-agent Bryan Mills is framed for her murder. On the run from the police and relentlessly chased by the CIA and FBI, Bryan uses his unique skills to find out who the real murderer was and clear his name.
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Cast: Nick Cheung, Sammi Cheng, Angelababy YEAR: 2014 GENRE: Comedy, Drama LANGUAGES: Mandarin SYNOPSIS: Real estate agent Hong Siu Lung goes in with his stepdaughter Ah Hak, rich kid Very and divorcee Kam Fung to buy a cheap penthouse to flip for a high price, only for them to all wind up living together when property prices plummet.
Ilo Ilo
Juara
Cast: Yann Yann Yeo, Angeli Bayani, Tianwen Chen YEAR: 2015 GENRE: Drama LANGUAGES: Mandarin
Cast: Bisma Karisma, Tora Sudiro, Cut Mini Theo YEAR: 2016 GENRE: Action, Drama LANGUAGES: Indonesian
SYNOPSIS: In 1990s Singapore, the Lims hire a Filipino maid, Teresa, who has come in search of a better life. However, the family struggles to adapt to the presence of a stranger in the household, which further threatens their already strained relationship.
SYNOPSIS: The “zero to hero” story of Bishma, a teen whose talent for martial arts has been discouraged by his protective mother, Sarah. When Bella, the girl Bishma loves, becomes the target of a thug called Attar, a man from Sarah and Bishma’s past comes to their rescue.
Spy
True Story
Cast: Melissa McCarthy, Jason Statham, Rose Byrne YEAR: 2015 GENRE: Comedy LANGUAGES: English
Cast: James Franco, Jonah Hill, Felicity Jones YEAR: 2015 GENRE: Drama, Thriller LANGUAGES: English
SYNOPSIS: When her partner falls off the grid and all the other field agents are compromised, desk-bound CIA analyst Susan Cooper volunteers to go deep undercover to infiltrate the world of a deadly arms dealer and prevent a diabolical global disaster.
SYNOPSIS: Disgraced New York Times reporter Michael Finkel gets caught up in the case of Christian Longo, a man accused of murdering his family. When apprehended by police, Longo claimed to be Michael Finkel, & the real Finkel is determined to uncover why Longo chose to claim his identity.
IN-FLIGHT In-Flight Movie
TV Series
2 Broke Girls Season 4 Episode 4- And the Brand Job GENRE: Comedy LANGUAGES: English SYNOPSIS: Max and Caroline’s friendship is severely tested when Caroline drags Max to a motivational business seminar to help brand their cupcake business.
Modern Family Season 6 Episode 11- The Day We Almost Died GENRE: Comedy LANGUAGES: English SYNOPSIS: A brush with death on the way to breakfast has a ma jor impact on the Dunphys, including Claire, who vows to be more carefree; Haley and Alex, who promise not to fight anymore; and Luke, who starts a bucket list.
How I Met Your Mother Season 9 Episode 8 - The Lighthouse
Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey
GENRE: Comedy LANGUAGES: English
SYNOPSIS: A Sky Full Of Ghosts An exploration of how light, time and gravity combine to distort our perceptions of the universe, focusing on William Herschel, whose many discoveries include the insight that telescopes are time machines.
SYNOPSIS: When Robin and Loretta’s conflict escalates, Barney is caught in the middle. Meanwhile, Marshall and Daphne deal with a stowaway on their road trip, and Ted and Cassie try to enjoy a trip to a lighthouse.
JFL Gags Season 15 Episode 5 GENRE: Comedy LANGUAGES: English SYNOPSIS: When the ‘Just for Gags’ cameras start to roll, ordinary folk on the street beware! This uproarious hidden camera show plays pranks on unsuspecting subjects and captures their hilarious reactions.
GENRE: Documentary LANGUAGES: English
The Big Bang Theory Season 8 Episode 7- The Misinterpretation Agitation GENRE: Comedy LANGUAGES: English SYNOPSIS: The guys try to help Penny out of an awkward work dilemma, when a smitten doctor (special guest star Billy Bob Thornton) shows up at her door after her flirtatious sales techniques work a little too well.
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I had a pleasant short flight last night with you from Spore back to KL. What I have observed since flying with you all since you start operations was it was pleasant all the way from day one. Last night was very good. I am a stroke patient and still recuperating. After alighting from your plane, i felt pain in my legs and due to that i feel that i could not walk properly to the immigration counter. Thank God, your ground crew was so attentive and offered me a ride on the buggy. Your ground crew help me climb the buggy and help me alight too. They were so caring just like your cabin crew. Both crews are fantastic, couldn’t ask for more. Indeed for my next flight if your gracious airline covers the route, i will definitely book the ticket from your good selves and enjoy the wide seating space which is wider for a LCC and the pleasant cabin crew and ground crew attentive great service. Thank you most kindly.
Hello! I would like to thank flight attendants and pilots who made my flight was wonderful. I was flying with a child transfer. Unfortunately, I do not remember flight numbers), but flight attendants are immensely grateful for the best service and friendly attitude towards young mothers and their passengers, the pilot for a successful soft landing and taking off, and the company Malindo Air for a flight on the remarkable aircraft! Also, I cannot fail to notice that during the flight we were given in addition to drinks and snacks are still - thank you very much.
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Alina (Russia)
I write to congratulate your Customer Service who rendered excellent service to my recent enquiry about your flight to Bangkok. He was most patient and wellinformed and addressed my queries in a professional and warm manner. Kudos for a job well done, Malindo Air!
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I was flying from KLIA to Kota Bahru and it was such a pleasant flight. It was my first time on Malindo Air, and it exceeded my expectations completely. Thinking that it was going to be cramped, but every seat (including Economy Class where I was in) had spacious legroom. At the time, I realized my phone was running out of battery and there was a port for me to recharge. Refreshments were served on board too! Other than flight delay, Malindo is so convenient, efficient and comfortable. Would definitely be going on Malindo from now on! Way better than the other airlines in Malaysia!
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Hi Malindo, This is to inform that I have successfully received the purchased e-tickets via email without any delays. I take this opportunity to say thank you to all the teams involved and special thanks to Mr Aren from the Customer Care who assisted me via telecommunication throughout the entire process. Appreciate the help, keep up the good job!
Dinish (Malaysia)
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IN-FLIGHT GOV WARRANT
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 Perjal anan 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) Free baggage allowance up to 40 kg Entitled Malindo Miles point subject Terms & Conditions apply Change date of flight with no extra charges 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, C-5-05, Block C, Oasis Ara Damansara, 2 Jalan PJU 1A/7A, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor. Phone: 03-2035 6699 (Ext: 1348) Fax: 603-5036 7058 Email: govwpua@malindoair.com 48 / MALINDOMAG
IN-FLIGHT MALINDO CORPORATE
OPTIMISE YOUR CORPORATE TRAVEL
WITH Malindo
Whether you are a big company with a huge travel budget or an average size company looking for the best corporate fares, Malindo Corporate Travel Programme can cater to your travel needs. In today’s competitive business environment, we truly understand the need of a flexible travel solution that is able to meet your specific needs. The business world has no borders and so does ours. Look no further as your company’s most valued executives will have even more reasons to choose to fly with Malindo Air which is renowned for its innovation in premium products and services. Malindo Managed Corporate Travel Programme Our dedicated Corporate Sales Team can recommend customised solutions for your company’s Corporate Travel via your preferred Travel Management Company to help your company achieve its unique goals and specific travel needs. Reduce your company’s air-travel reconciliation time from days to hours or even minutes by reaching our dedicated corporate sales team at corporate@ malindoair.com. Put your worries behind and let our corporate sales team tailor plan your company’s travels.
Malindo Self-managed Corporate Travel Programme Go ahead and have the flexibility to make urgent travel plans by being in control of your company’s travel patterns and expenditure. Malindo Air’s Corporate Travel Programme is designed to let your company enjoy substantial savings by receiving the best rates on business related travels. Business travel has never been easier and efficient with up-to date travel logs. If you are looking for a corporate travel solution that will ensure great value and efficiency, then register your esteemed company with us today at malindoair. com/corporate. Successful registrations will be notified via email. As the leading choice for all business travelers who wish for seamless air travel experience, we warmly welcome you to be part of one of the fastest growing airline that is complemented with young fleets. More than 2000 of our registered corporate clients are now enjoying the benefits of Malindo Corporate Travel Programme. Shouldn’t your company be one of them?
For more information on Malindo Corporate Travel Programme, please contact our Corporate Sales Team at Malindo Airways Sdn Bhd, C-5-05 Block C, Oasis Ara Damansara, 2 Jalan PJU 1A/7A, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Tel: +603-2035 6699 (ext 1323)
Fax: +603-5036 7058
Email: corporate@malindoair.com
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FLEET MALINDOMAG
BOEING 737-900ER (6 units)
BOEING 737-800 (16 units)
ATR 72-600 (13 units)
Maximum passengers 180 (dual-class layout)
Maximum passengers 162 (dual-class layout)
Maximum passengers 72 (single-class layout)
Maximum take-off weight 83,914kg
Maximum take-off weight 73,708kg
Maximum take-off weight 23,000kg
Maximum range 5,990km
Maximum range 5,765km
Maximum range 1,648km
Typical cruising speed Mach 0.791
Typical cruising speed Mach 0.785
Typical cruising speed Mach 0.4173
Wing span 34.3m
Wing span 34.3m
Wing span 27.05m
Overall length 42.1m
Overall length 39.5m
Overall length 27.116m
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ROUTES MALINDOMAG
AUSTRALIA Perth
BANGLADESH Dhaka
CHINA Hong Kong Sanya Wuhan
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
NEPAL Kathmandu
PAKISTAN Lahore
TAIWAN Taipei
THAILAND Bangkok Chiang Mai
SINGAPORE Singapore
SRI LANKA Colombo
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IN-FLIGHT AIRLINE Facilities
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 to enjoy free facilities such as WiFi, personal workstations, coffee and tea, buffet spread and other privileges. 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
Economy Class We believe that value-added service is what keeps our passengers coming back for more. Economy Class guests are entitled between 20 to 30kg free baggage allowance, depending on destination. Our reclining leather seats onboard are made 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-
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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! While only light refreshments are served for free onboard, fret not, because we have a range of delicacies and tidbits for you to purchase. Browse through our new and improved menu with popular brand items such as Starbucks.
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.
IN-FLIGHT AIRLINE Facilities
Fly
SHORT-HAUL CONVENIENTLY from major airports across Malaysia
Hungry for a foodie weekend in Ipoh or Penang? Thinking about a quick getaway to the beach in Langkawi? 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 Subang Skypark, we have 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.
Our Service at Your Convenience
It is our mission at Malindo Air to provide passengers with top quality customer service – a service that provides our passengers with up-to-date information related to Malindo Air, including the latest promotions from the airline. We have a dedicated and well-trained team of customer care agents who are able to consistently provide excellent services, delivered within a stipulated time.
Malindo Air Customer Care Centre Established in March 2013 with 15 staff, the Customer Care Centre takes charge of all enquiries with regards to the airline. In July the same year, our sister company, Lion Air became part of the Customer Care Centre, and we started handling queries for Lion Air’s flights departing from Kuala Lumpur to Jakarta and from Singapore to Jakarta as well. The Customer Care Centre is dedicated to assist passengers and we can be easily contacted via phone at +603-78415388 or email at customer_care@malindoair. com from 7am to 11pm on Monday to Sunday. We are constantly improving to serve you better.
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IN-FLIGHT SAFETY
Safety Onboard
What you need to know about the security, comfort and safety in the aircraft.
Mobile Phones All mobile phones, radios and remotecontrolled 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.
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.
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.
No Smoking All Malindo Air flights are non-smoking flights. This includes traditional and electronic cigarettes. Tampering with, disabling or destroying the smoke detectors located in the lavatories is prohibited by law.
Life Vest The life vest is an important safety equipment in the aircraft for emergency conditions on water. Passengers are not allowed to remove the life vest from the aircraft and legal actions would be taken against passengers who do so.
D ang e r o u s Items Flammable goods , explosives and corrosive items like firecrackers, wet cell batteries and other items containing materials like gas cylinders and paint are not allowed onboard.
Safety Priority • Seat belts should always be fastened during take-off and landing. It is recommended to keep your seat belts on throughout the flight. • All cabin luggage must be stored in the overhead compartment or under the seat in front of you. • Pay attention to the safety demonstration and instructions given by the cabin crew. • Please read the safety instruction card that can be found in your seat pocket for further understanding. From the card, you will be able to determine the locations of the emergency exits and the life vest.
Baggage Any sharp items or objects should be placed in the check-in luggage and is not recommended to be carried in the cabin luggage. All valuables are highly recommended to be carried in the hand carry.
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Carry on Each passenger is allowed to carry one piece of hand carry not exceeding 30cm x 40cm x 20cm in size, up to 7kg in weight. Domestic luggage allocation Economy class: 15kg Business class: 40kg International luggage allocation The amount of checked baggage for international flights varies according to the route, class of travel, as well as terms and conditions of ticket.
30cm
Hand Carry
Checked Baggage Allowance
Baggage Dimensions
Domes c & Interna onal
Up to
7kg
30kg*
40kg
Economy Class
Business Class
20cm 40cm
Note: There are no extra charges for oversized baggage. *According to des na on
MALINDO DIRECTORY
Customer Care Centre 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
PERTH AIRPORT Office
General Enquiries Email: info@malindoair.com
Thursday, Friday & Monday
245 Airport Drive, Terminal 1, Perth Airport WA 6105 Australia.
Business hours : 12pm to 2pm & 10.20pm to 12.00am. Tuesday & Wednesday
Malindo Air started its maiden flight to Australian soil on November 2015. Our first flight was to Perth, of Western Australia. Malindo Air operates 12 flights weekly. Through leaps and bounds we have been experiencing steady growth for southeast Asia, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and other destinations in our network. This is due to excellent customer service and better connectivity for our valued customers. Ample baggage allowance (30Kgs), tasty food on board, in-flight entertainment and spacious legroom for competitive pricing, is a tremendous advantage. June 2016 was a great milestone for us, as we entered into interline agreement with three prestigious Premium Airlines. They are Turkish Airline, Etihad and Qatar Airways. With this, passengers are able to connect to Middle East and European countries for a competitive air fare with premium service. We have our GSA (General Sales Agent) team at Perth City who extensively market Malindo and extends out to many top travel agents that contribute to sales and promotes Malindo. We have our Call Centre in Sydney to support ticketing and attend to customer queries in Australia.
12pm to 2pm.
City Ticketing
Airport Ticketing
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 We are closed on Public Holiday.
STATION: Alor Setar ADDRESS: Lapangan Terbang Sultan Abdul Halim Operating Hours: 7:00am - 8:30pm
STATION: Kota Bharu ADDRESS: Sultan Ismail Petra Airport Operating Hours: 6:00am - 11:00pm Daily
Station: Langkawi Address: Langkawi International Airport Operating Hours: 8:00am -8:00pm
STATION: Kuala Terengganu ADDRESS: Sultan Mahmud Airport Operating Hours: 6:30am- 9:00pm daily
STATION: Penang ADDRESS: Penang International Airport Operating Hours: Monday - Saturday 6:00am to 10:00pm, Sunday 4:50am - 10:30pm
STATION: Kerteh ADDRESS: Kerteh Airport Operating Hours: Sunday-Thursday 6:30am -6:00pm Friday-Saturday Closed
PJ Sales Office Ground Floor, Block C, Oasis Square Ara Damansara 47301, Petaling Jaya Business hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am to 6:00pm. We are closed on Saturday, Sunday and Public Holiday. 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 : +6042629858 Business hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am to 6:00pm, Sat - Sun 11:00am to 4:00pm. We are closed on Public Holiday. Miri Sales & Ticketing Office Lot FL08, 1st FL, Public Concourse, Airport Road, 98008, Miri, Sarawak. Business hours: 7:30 am - 6:30pm daily
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STATION: Ipoh ADDRESS: Sultan Azlan Shah Airport Operating Hours: Monday-Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm daily
STATION: Kuching ADDRESS: Kuching International Airport Operating Hours: 7:00am-7:00pm daily
STATION: Subang Skypark ADDRESS: Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport Operating Hours: 5:00am - 9:00pm Daily
STATION: Kota Kinabalu ADDRESS: Kota Kinabalu International Airport Operating Hours: 7:30am-7:30pm daily
STATION: Melaka ADDRESS: Malacca International Airport Operating Hours: 9:00am to 6:00pm daily
STATION: Singapore ADDRESS:Check in Row 1, Changi Airport Terminal 3, Singapore 819663 Operating Hours: 8:00am-8:00pm daily
STATION: KLIA ADDRESS: Kuala Lumpur International Airport Operating Hours: 4:00am to 12:00am daily STATION: klia2 ADDRESS: Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 Operating Hours: 9:00am to 9:00pm daily STATION: Johor Bahru ADDRESS: Senai International Airport Operating Hours: 6:30am-10:00pm daily