Going Places October 2016

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Contents

In This Issue

October 2016

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INSIDE

NAVIGATOR

MALAYSIA AIRLINES

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NEWS Updates and promotions

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GUIDE Information on check-in and the dos and don’ts while flying

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WHERE WE FLY Airline and oneworld network

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GOING PLACES ON THE WEB

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EDITOR’S NOTE

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GIZMOS & GADGETS Our pick of gadgets to have

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THREE TO WATCH Our movie recommendations to watch onboard this month

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THE CURE Lotions, potions, spas, and more

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FASHION & ACCESSORIES The globetrotter’s styling guide

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TRAVEL CONCIERGE Dining, events and hospitality news and options from around the globe

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ART & DESIGN Interactive installations in London and Montreal and a geometric mural at a Perth university

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GLOBAL CITIZEN Entrepreneur Maple Asaro raves about Kuala Lumpur and Kyoto

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FEATURES

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WINDOW OR AISLE

HOMEGROWN

CHEF’S CUT

WARISAN

Kam Raslan gets melancholy about turning 50

Legendary choreographer and dancer Datuk Ramli Ibrahim

Johorean cuisine takes centre stage

Raja rempah Negeri Sembilan: Santha Store Flour Mill

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MY GUIDE Singapore

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TÊTE-À-TÊTE Samsonite’s Vach Pillutla talks about the luggage business in Malaysia

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UNPLUGGED: TRAVEL Canggu, Bali

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TRENDSPOTTING Luxury facial spas for de-stressing

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GP ENTERTAINMENT Your in-flight entertainment guide

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UNPLUGGED: GOURMET

GIVING BACK

UP CLOSE

Dishes to celebrate the Festival of Lights

Malaysian bread programme for the underprivileged

Squash world champion Nicol David takes our quiz

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Our online exclusive content this month includes historically significant and off the beaten track places to visit in Singapore and how to savour culturally immersive and unique luxury experiences in Asia. For fans of military history, the Netherlands Military Museum is preparing to roll out a number of exhibits in the next few years, which will highlight the role of the armed forces from around the globe.

These and more at goingplacesmagazine.com

Best Asian Luxury Experiences With travellers becoming increasingly demanding and always on the lookout for new and unique culturally immersive experiences, Viator, the world’s leading resource for tours, has outlined a number of Asian activities for visitors to explore. Curated by a team of experts, these are some of the recommended picks for travellers looking to maximise their visit to the region.

Tracing Military History

More Than A Concrete Jungle

For Music Lovers

The National Military Museum in Soesterberg, Netherlands ranks as one of the best and most popular museums of its kind in Europe. Carving a niche for itself by highlighting the role of the armed forces in the past, the museum illustrates significant moments in military history via stories, activities and topical exhibits. In the next few years, it will hold a series of exhibits, which will please fans of military history.

Vibrant and modern, Singapore is a spectacular destination to explore owing to its number of attractions and activities.

But the city also boasts unique places that travellers can visit in order to trace the nation’s rich history and heritage. If you’ve had your fill of shopping on Orchard Road and snapping photos of the Merlion, then these off-the-beaten-path attractions will offer a new perspective of Singapore.

Concealed within Potato Head Hong Kong, the Music Room showcases state-of-the-art audio equipment and a carefully curated vinyl selection. Designed with left-field dance music enthusiasts and LP lovers in mind, this one-of-a-kind interactive facility features the finest imported equipment from around the globe, all of which is housed in this specially designed, acoustically treated space.

going Editor’s Note

I mentioned a few issues ago that I grew up in Segamat, the small town in Malaysia’s southern state of Johor famous for the love-itor-hate-it king of fruits, durian. There is a lot more to be proud of about being a Johorean these days but that’s a story for another day. goingplacesmagazine.com / 10 / October 2016

SHORTLY AFTER THAT NOTE, I received an email from a fellow townsman who congratulated me on my role and said perhaps a story about Segamat would make it into Going Places one day. As it turned out, Encik Zulkifly Md Said, who is now the Director General of Malaysia’s Islamic Tourism Centre, and I share more than just a hometown in common; his mom had worked for Jabatan Telekom; so did mine. He used to go to Kedai Kopi Lim next door for coffee and roti kahwin; so did I. Meeting this way was truly a nice surprise.

So Encik Zulkifly, while Segamat is still in the content pipeline, I hope you find joy in the meantime reading about the two wonderful Johor-born ladies who were resolute in their mission to put the state’s culinary treasures on the world stage.

Datin Kalsom Taib and Datin Hamidah Abdul Hamid painstakingly compiled and tested the 240 recipes that they had collected into a cookbook that took two and a half years to produce. The dedication paid off. Johor Palate: Tanjung Puteri Recipes won the Best In The World award in the Culinary Heritage category at the 2016 World Gourmand Cookbook Awards.

Still on recognitions, our Homegrown hero this month is the legendary Datuk Ramli Ibrahim, who has achieved so much in more than four decades of championing Indian classical dance. Trained in classical ballet and modern dance, Datuk Ramli tells us why dance is an effective tool for community empowerment.

This month, Hindus in Malaysia and around the world will celebrate the Festival of Lights or Deepavali. The festival celebrates new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil with lights and firecrackers and of course, food. Our Unplugged Gourmet article this month highlights the traditional fare consumed during this auspicious time.

On the morning of writing this note, I threw away uneaten slices of bread at home because they had become mouldy.

This upset me because I could have put them in the freezer before they expired.

There is simply no excuse for this oversight when millions of others have none or not enough to eat. That’s why causes such as the Roti 1Malaysia programme must be highlighted in the hope that more people or organisations will support it.

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government initiative despite its name but the brainchild of Dato’ Anne Eu, who got the idea when she was judging in the Hospitality Asia Platinum Awards. Read the story in our Giving Back column.

Our travel articles this month take you to Singapore, and the coastal village of Canggu in Bali. The latter is emerging as the Indonesian island’s trendiest area and you should head there if you want to escape the frenzied crowds of Kuta and Seminyak.

I hope you enjoy reading this month’s issue. It has been a pleasure putting it together for you. We hope you will find it a delightful companion as you travel to your next destination.

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Dear Editor, I am writing onboard flight MH130 from Auckland to Kuala Lumpur after spending a mesmerising holiday in New Zealand.

The Business Class in-flight comfort, meals and service exceeded my expectations. Reading the June issue of Going Places topped off a truly memorable holiday experience. The double-page photo of Pulau Redang and the write-up (“Island Paradise”) reminded me of my first and only visit to the pristine island paradise half a century ago. Your articles about the present not only entice people to visit in the future but also have the power to make us revisit the past.

Thanks for the memory.

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I love the flow of the magazine’s contents. I always look forward to what is featured especially the Gizmos and Gadgets, Fashion and Accessories, and the events section. Your travel articles connect me to the world, inspiring me to travel, while the vibrant photos speak a thousand words. I salute your efforts to make my flight time a breeze.

Your magazine was a very good companion during my recent trip to Singapore. The colourful cover caught my attention immediately and I was hooked till the very last page. I was moved by the story of the non-profit society People Support People’s noble effort to make it possible for people with disabilities to enjoy underwater activities (“No Limit”).

Way to go Team Going Places for highlighting this story! The culturally rich article in Bahasa Malaysia (“Irama Drama”) deserves a mention too. As a proud Malaysian, I love the touch of the Bahasa Malaysia language in the magazine. Travelling with Malaysia Airlines always makes me feel at home.

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Congratulations to our Best Travel Photo Contest winner!

PHOTOGRAPHER: Sharkawi Che Din, Selangor, Malaysia DESCRIPTION: A sunset shot of the breath-taking Taj Mahal, a mausoleum of white marble in Agra, India, built between 1631 and 1648 by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favourite wife.

JUDGES’ COMMENT: This image was captured at the perfect time with the last rays of sunshine beginning to disappear behind the building, giving the foreground, middle and background a mix of lighting effects. The photographer’s calculated move to wait for the right moment when the birds take flight reflects his experience and understanding of the elements required in travel photography. The result is an image that exhibits great quality and colour and one that shows the true majesty of the UNESCO World Heritage site.

*The winner wins a HTC One A9 smartphone worth USD570 (RM2,299).

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For October, the winning letter will receive a 17-piece Noritake Tea Set worth over USD500 (RM2,000).

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Contributors

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Putu is a documentary and travel photographer based in Bali. A self-taught photographer, his work has been published in Monocle, Sawasdee and others. He is the founder of the photographers collective, Arka Project.

Anita is an Australian journalist who has lived in Asia for the past eight years. She has worked at Phnom Penh Post in Cambodia and DestinAsian in Indonesia. Now freelancing, Anita spends most of her time in Bali, Indonesia

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Valen Lim

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Melanie is a writer from Singapore who sometimes pretends she’s a tourist in her own country to jazz things up a little. Melanie has written for Travel + Leisure, DestinAsian and Yahoo! Singapore.

A magazine and typography junkie, Valen works across a variety of fields, including brand identity, print graphics typography, and illustration.

Born and raised in Penang, his work is influenced by heritage and modern aesthetics.

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1. Visa Made Easy Evisa Asia has introduced a mobile application that allows for easy visa applications. It utilises a single universal form that caters to single or multiple applications simultaneously and safely. Users can also opt to apply in their own language and make payments in their own currency. To top it off, it also provides passport drive-through facilities for clients to drop off their passports alongside passport photo conversions via a selfie photo. evisaasia.com

2. Streamlined Package Presented in an ultra-thin design, the Huawei MateBook is the perfect companion for travellers. The tablet’s all-metal unibody is 640g light and 6.9mm slim, making for an easy carry. The MatePen (available for purchase separately) gives you greater control and focus over your actions. Featuring a sensor that detects 2,048 levels of sensitivity and an easy-access eraser mode, you can make clear expressions with bold strokes. huawei.com

3. Sounds Convenient Bang & Olufsen’s Beoplay H5 wireless earphones promise high fidelity with Bluetooth 4.2 connectivity, 6.4mm dynamic drivers, impedance value of 16 Ohm and frequency range of 20 to 20000Hz. The cable that connects the earbuds is braided, and when not in use, can be ‘clicked’ together magnetically to power it down. A companion smartphone app is available to monitor battery life and customise the earphone’s sound signature. beoplay.com

4 4. Game To Go Lenovo has unveiled a portable gaming desktop, which could possibly allow gamers to take their best hardware on the road. The Lenovo IdeaCentre Y710 Cube has a handle at the top and weighs only 7.4kg. It features an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 graphics card, a sixth generation Intel Core i7 processor, 32GB of RAM, and the choice between a 2TB HDD or 256GB SSD hard drive. lenovo.com

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5. Case In Point The Razer Mechanical Keyboard Case for Apple iPad Pro comes with a metal kickstand that provides multi-angle support as well as backlight illumination for typing in low-light conditions. Complete with Bluetooth connectivity and a metal kickstand, the keyboard case protects and delivers absolute typing comfort and efficiency at all times. razerzone.com

6. Go For Gold Sony’s latest music player, the NW-WM1Z Walkman, comes encased in a beautiful goldplated copper chassis that minimises contact resistance and magnetic interference. The gadget also incorporates a dual clock circuit with low phase noise quartz oscillation and supports up to 384kHz/32bit recording and Quad (11.2MHz) DSD native playback. sony.com

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Into the third year of his mission, Captain James T. Kirk is restless and is contemplating the meaning behind the endless space explorations. Shortly after arriving at Starbase Yorktown, The Enterprise is forced into new and dangerous territory after an enemy named Krall with a deep resentment towards the Federation launches an attack and causes the spacecraft to crash-land on an unfamiliar planet.

Paranormal investigators, Ed and Lorraine Warren, travel to the borough of Enfield in London at the request of a local church to help the Hodgson family following disturbing poltergeist activities in their home. Things take a turn for the worse when daughter Janet starts showing signs of demon possession. While attempting to cast out the evil besieging Janet, the Warrens find themselves the target of a more malicious and haunting spirit.

Twelve-year-old Sarah has lived in New York her entire life. When her mother decides to travel to China to pursue her fashion career, she is left in the care of her paternal grandfather, Chun Gen, in Kuala Lumpur. Sarah belongs to the social media generation whereas Gen is conservative and very much a traditionalist.

This is a story about love, family and the relationships formed between people who are worlds apart from one another.

CHRIS PINE, ZACHARY QUINTO, KARL URBAN PG-13 / / 122 mins / Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi / E, J, K, F, C+

VERA FARMIGA, PATRICK WILSON, MADISON WOLFE R / / 134 mins / Horror, Mystery, Thriller / E, F, J, G, C+

TOMMY TAM, JESSICA HSUAN, TAN QIN LIN PG / 120 mins / Drama / M, C+, E+

For more in-flight entertainment selections, please see pages 87–94 of our Going Places In-Flight Entertainment Guide.

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1. Post-Wedding Therapy For newlyweds looking to honeymoon in India’s beach town of Kovalam in Kerala, the Niraamaya Spa, a 2015 World Spa Awards winner, is running a promotion until the end of the year with a package that includes two nights in a Rock Garden room, daily breakfast and dinner, welcome drinks and food platter, and a 45-minute couple’s spa therapy. Additionally, guests may also book personalised treatments ranging from Ayurveda to popular Western massages at going rates. niraamaya.in

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As the Southeast Asia ambassadors for Skechers, South Korean K-Pop group Sistar recently launched the footwear brand’s latest Fall-Winter 2016 collection, which features a range of bright and vibrant designs on shoes suitable for working out and running. Pretty colours liven up Skechers’ Illuminations and Life In Color lines, both with Air Cooled Foam insole and their Burst midsole for better comfort during workouts.

Meanwhile, GoRun Ultra Road, GoRun Ride 5 and Go Fit 3 TR models feature Resalyte cushioning for better impact protection while running. skechers.com.my

With the Cooling Shave Cream from Lab Series Skincare for Men, skin and facial hair are prepped pre-shave, skin is protected with coconut oil and dimethicone to help razors glide easier, and then menthol and peppermint extract to refresh post-shave – all with one product.

The cream comes in both a jar or a tube, available at authorised LAB Series Skincare for Men counters at major shopping malls. labseries.com

4. Old School Beauty The ‘Roaring Twenties’ and Art Deco period artist Tamara de Lempicka were the inspirations behind Clé de Peau Beauté’s Autumn-Winter collection featuring rich shades and beautiful illustrated Holiday Collection packaging. The brand’s ambassador, actress Amanda Seyfried, is partial toward the New Liquid Rouge #18 in Lempicka Red as her favourite. cledepeau-beaute.com

5. Weekday Sojourn In celebration of the opening of Alila Anji Zhejiang, enjoy a blissful back-to-nature respite from the city at Spa Alila. The Weekday Sojourn is inclusive of yoga, reflexology and spa treatments.

Spa Alila has seven treatment rooms dedicated to relieve stress, restore balance and inspire a renewed sense of well-being. alilahotels.com

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1. Made For The Everyday The new Maple from Mulberry is the epitome of an easy, useful tote. Its beautiful thick leather reinforces the open shopper-style structure and holds an elegant line even when carrying heavier items. Unlike most classic totes, it also has an external, detachable pocket, useful for keeping small essentials together. mulberry.com

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2. Chic Carries Lipault Paris’ latest Lady Plume collection is presented in a range of soft colours and exuberant hues. Be captivated by the trendy and graphic appearance of the satchel for instance, which adds a touch of femininity for professionals on the go.

Another design, the bucket bag, is both stylish and extremely practical. It confers sophistication to the most casual of outfits. lipault.com

3. Bold & Masculine Lotus Arts de Vivre’s cufflinks are the perfect addition to any man’s wardrobe. Made of silver, wood, jade or gold, each different pair is sure to turn heads. The brand also offers a range of gorgeous bracelets fashioned from ebony wood.

These come with Chinese zodiac charms that are decorated using diamonds and rubies. lotusartsdevivre.com

4. Look Sharp The Cactus de Cartier is a striking, free-spirited collection of Cartier’s sculptural jewellery. Dignified yet fantastical, it celebrates the beautifully hardy plants of the desert. The gemstone flowers are made up of emeralds, chrysoprases, carnelians, lapides and diamonds, which come together in a brilliant geometry. cartier.com

5. Powerful Collaboration

7. Stylishly Warm

Jaeger-LeCoultre has joined forces with Christian Louboutin to reinvent the Reverso Classic Duetto. The shoe designer has designed seven dials and 10 straps for the watch, pairing the sober Art Deco lines of the case with iridescent colours. The reversible timepiece now has a classic face on the front, while the back – framed by two rows of diamonds on either side – features dials with standout elements. jaeger-lecoultre.com

The Trofeo Country Waxed Wool is a major innovation in Ermenegildo Zegna’s world.

Jackets made from the comfortable material include an interchangeable down-filled warmer, and are the ideal transeasonal outerwear. From classic field coats to younger bombers and stylish parkas, the designs utilise a special dye technique to add a range of colours to all details. zegna.com

6. Rising Sun

A reinterpretation of Rado’s vintage Cape Horn collection, the HyperChrome 1616 is an audaciously modern timepiece. It makes use of the brand’s signature high-tech ceramic, or titanium with an exclusive hardening treatment, for added durability. The angular case measures 46mm and is available in black or metallic – each with an extra-wide leather strap. rado.com

Tumi is travelling to Japan for Autumn/ Winter 2016, whereby the country plays muse to a stunning line-up of luxury travel and lifestyle accessories. The Japanese philosophy of Wa – otherwise known as “harmony” – defines the designs, with pieces dipped into a rich colour palette reminiscent of nature. tumi.com

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1. Made For The Everyday The new Maple from Mulberry is the epitome of an easy, useful tote. Its beautiful thick leather reinforces the open shopper-style structure and holds an elegant line even when carrying heavier items. Unlike most classic totes, it also has an external, detachable pocket, useful for keeping small essentials together. mulberry.com

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2. Chic Carries Lipault Paris’ latest Lady Plume collection is presented in a range of soft colours and exuberant hues. Be captivated by the trendy and graphic appearance of the satchel for instance, which adds a touch of femininity for professionals on the go.

Another design, the bucket bag, is both stylish and extremely practical. It confers sophistication to the most casual of outfits. lipault.com

3. Bold & Masculine Lotus Arts de Vivre’s cufflinks are the perfect addition to any man’s wardrobe. Made of silver, wood, jade or gold, each different pair is sure to turn heads. The brand also offers a range of gorgeous bracelets fashioned from ebony wood.

These come with Chinese zodiac charms that are decorated using diamonds and rubies. lotusartsdevivre.com

4. Look Sharp The Cactus de Cartier is a striking, free-spirited collection of Cartier’s sculptural jewellery. Dignified yet fantastical, it celebrates the beautifully hardy plants of the desert. The gemstone flowers are made up of emeralds, chrysoprases, carnelians, lapides and diamonds, which come together in a brilliant geometry. cartier.com

5. Powerful Collaboration

7. Stylishly Warm

Jaeger-LeCoultre has joined forces with Christian Louboutin to reinvent the Reverso Classic Duetto. The shoe designer has designed seven dials and 10 straps for the watch, pairing the sober Art Deco lines of the case with iridescent colours. The reversible timepiece now has a classic face on the front, while the back – framed by two rows of diamonds on either side – features dials with standout elements. jaeger-lecoultre.com

The Trofeo Country Waxed Wool is a major innovation in Ermenegildo Zegna’s world.

Jackets made from the comfortable material include an interchangeable down-filled warmer, and are the ideal transeasonal outerwear. From classic field coats to younger bombers and stylish parkas, the designs utilise a special dye technique to add a range of colours to all details. zegna.com

6. Rising Sun

A reinterpretation of Rado’s vintage Cape Horn collection, the HyperChrome 1616 is an audaciously modern timepiece. It makes use of the brand’s signature high-tech ceramic, or titanium with an exclusive hardening treatment, for added durability. The angular case measures 46mm and is available in black or metallic – each with an extra-wide leather strap. rado.com

Tumi is travelling to Japan for Autumn/ Winter 2016, whereby the country plays muse to a stunning line-up of luxury travel and lifestyle accessories. The Japanese philosophy of Wa – otherwise known as “harmony” – defines the designs, with pieces dipped into a rich colour palette reminiscent of nature. tumi.com

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Special Feature Ernie Els

The Els Club Desaru Coast - The Ocean

goingplacesmagazine.com / 20 / October 2016

A New Destination Emerges in Malaysia IF JOHOR IS THE ‘jewel’ of Malaysia, then Desaru Coast is set to be its latest gem. Located on the southeastern shores of the state, the 3,900-acre resort – which spans across a 17 kilometre stretch of pristine, unspoiled beachfront – aims to cement its place as a premier integrated destination resort once it is completed.

Construction of Phase 1 of the much-anticipated tourism development, which comprises of globally renowned hotels and resorts, two golf courses, a conference centre, a water theme park, and a retail village, is scheduled to be completed in 2017/2018. Visitors can expect the conveniences of shopping, accommodation, golfing and business meetings all under one roof.

Green Escape Golfing enthusiasts can look forward to teeing off at The Els Club Desaru Coast, which will sport a total of 45 holes divided into two distinct clubs.

The Els Club Desaru Coast The Ocean, launched to public in September 2016, is a 27-hole championship course designed by golf legend Ernie Els. It will house a 45,000 square feet contemporary clubhouse with private function rooms, a Big Easy Bar and Grill and an adjacent 261 Sports.

The Els Club Desaru Coast The Valley, set to open early 2017, is an 18-hole championship golf course offering dramatic changes in elevation to cater to players of all levels. Designed in collaboration with another golfing legend, Vijay Singh, the course will feature a 25,000 square feet clubhouse that comes complete with a golf shop, locker rooms, a casual dining restaurant and a meeting space for up to 120 people.

The Els Performance Golf Academy accessible from both The Ocean and The Valley is Ernie’s latest effort in sharing his success story across the globe; giving juniors and adults an opportunity to learn the game the way it should be played, adopting an individualised approach using the most up-to-date technology, diagnostic and teaching strategies.

Relaxing Escape Visitors will truly be spoilt for choice when it comes to accommodation. The Westin Desaru Resort will feature 275 guest rooms and an adjoining conference centre with a full suite of facilities, including a banquet area, exhibition space, meeting rooms, VIP lounges and a courtyard.

Family fun at Desaru Coast

one of the world’s largest wave pools as well as water slides for adrenaline seekers, a children’s splash area, a beach and cabanas.

Getting There

An exclusive six-star luxury resort experience awaits when The Aman Resort and Villas opens its doors, offering 46 suites and 52 luxury residential villas with beautiful beachfront views of the South China Sea.

BY ROAD: Accessible by road from Johor Bahru, Kuala Lumpur and Singapore.

• 1 hour 15 minutes from Johor Bahru via the Senai-Desaru Expressway.

• 1 hour 30 minutes from Singapore via the Causeway.

• 4 hours from Kuala Lumpur via the NorthSouth Expressway.

Also in the pipeline is The Anantara Desaru Resort, a luxury family-oriented resort with direct access to the beach, as well as the 365-room Branded Themed Family Resort, located next to the water theme park.

BY AIR: Accessible via the Senai International Airport, Johor • 45-minute flight from Kuala Lumpur to Senai International Airport, followed by a 45-minute scenic drive to Desaru Coast.

Adventure Escape

BY SEA: Accessible via the Changi Ferry Terminal, Singapore.

• 30-minute ferry ride from Changi Ferry Terminal to Tanjung Belungkor Ferry Terminal followed by a 30-minute drive to Desaru Coast.

Visitors seeking retail therapy will be thrilled at the 23-acre waterfront landscaped retail and lifestyle village, where exciting restaurants, cafés and entertainment outlets await. Within the vicinity is the Desaru Coast Adventure Water Park, with a kampong-style ambience, featuring

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Travel Concierge

goingplacesmagazine.com / 21 / October 2016

The inside track on the best accommodations, dining options and calendar of events from Malaysia and around the world.

DANCE MUSIC FESTIVAL

THE AMSTERDAM DANCE EVENT, the world’s leading event for electronic music, is back for its 21st edition and is happening on 19-23 October. Some 375,000 local and international visitors are expected to attend the five-day festival comprising shows, panel discussions and business meetings, with more than 2,200 DJs performing throughout the city.

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1. Provoking And Inspiring

2. Design Conference

3. Fantastical Fairytale

The Melbourne Festival, one of Australia’s flagship international arts festivals, will present a spectacular line-up of more than 62 events and 207 performances by renowned artists and companies from all over the world, encompassing dance, theatre, circus, contemporary and classical music, visual arts, film, free events, and more. This takes place over 18 days from 6 October.

The inaugural Royal Selangor Design Week on 25 October at Aloft KL Sentral will bring together leading designers and influential thought leaders, including Jarrod Lim, Nick Munro, and Jamy Yang, to educate a global audience on the crucial trends shaping contemporary design. The conference also provides a valuable platform for like-minded peers to network, find creative inspiration, forge new partnerships and meet design luminaries.

A fun-filled family adventure that promises great laughs, awesome songs and pretty costumes awaits fans of the Australian children’s musical group at Hi-5 Fairytale.

Staged at Istana Budaya on 8-11 December, the fun-tastic cast of Mary, Dayen, Lachie, Chris, and Tanika will take audiences through rough seas, down sparkly lanes and even prehistoric lands as Chatterbox narrates from her magical Hi-5 book of Sharing Stories.

festival.melbourne

royalselangordesignweek.com

4. For Art Lovers

5. Tee Off

6. Eco Film Fest

On 6-9 October, the 14th edition of Frieze London will bring together more than 160 of the world’s leading galleries to showcase the works of today’s most significant artists. This year, the fair will debut a new gallery section known as The Nineties to revisit influential exhibitions from that decade. Frieze London coincides with Frieze Masters and the Frieze Sculpture Park, where large-scale artworks from a spectrum of periods and countries are on display.

The seventh edition of the CIMB Classic, the only official PGA TOUR FedExCup event in Southeast Asia, returns to the Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club on 20-23 October. Seventy-eight top golfers will battle it out for the lucrative USD7 million (RM28 million) prize money.

The 2016 International Kuala Lumpur Eco Film Festival is back for its 9th edition, bringing 85 awardwinning eco films from around the globe for the first time in Malaysia. Alongside the cinematic experience, there will be performances by local artists, a nature photography exhibition, 12 eco-related workshops and over 50 green market exhibitors. Taking place on 14-16 October in Publika, be inspired to lead a greener lifestyle! Admission is free and the festival is suitable for all ages.

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cimbclassic.com

kleff.my

ticketpro.com.my

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Nick Munro

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1. Provoking And Inspiring

2. Design Conference

3. Fantastical Fairytale

The Melbourne Festival, one of Australia’s flagship international arts festivals, will present a spectacular line-up of more than 62 events and 207 performances by renowned artists and companies from all over the world, encompassing dance, theatre, circus, contemporary and classical music, visual arts, film, free events, and more. This takes place over 18 days from 6 October.

The inaugural Royal Selangor Design Week on 25 October at Aloft KL Sentral will bring together leading designers and influential thought leaders, including Jarrod Lim, Nick Munro, and Jamy Yang, to educate a global audience on the crucial trends shaping contemporary design. The conference also provides a valuable platform for like-minded peers to network, find creative inspiration, forge new partnerships and meet design luminaries.

A fun-filled family adventure that promises great laughs, awesome songs and pretty costumes awaits fans of the Australian children’s musical group at Hi-5 Fairytale.

Staged at Istana Budaya on 8-11 December, the fun-tastic cast of Mary, Dayen, Lachie, Chris, and Tanika will take audiences through rough seas, down sparkly lanes and even prehistoric lands as Chatterbox narrates from her magical Hi-5 book of Sharing Stories.

festival.melbourne

royalselangordesignweek.com

4. For Art Lovers

5. Tee Off

6. Eco Film Fest

On 6-9 October, the 14th edition of Frieze London will bring together more than 160 of the world’s leading galleries to showcase the works of today’s most significant artists. This year, the fair will debut a new gallery section known as The Nineties to revisit influential exhibitions from that decade. Frieze London coincides with Frieze Masters and the Frieze Sculpture Park, where large-scale artworks from a spectrum of periods and countries are on display.

The seventh edition of the CIMB Classic, the only official PGA TOUR FedExCup event in Southeast Asia, returns to the Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club on 20-23 October. Seventy-eight top golfers will battle it out for the lucrative USD7 million (RM28 million) prize money.

The 2016 International Kuala Lumpur Eco Film Festival is back for its 9th edition, bringing 85 awardwinning eco films from around the globe for the first time in Malaysia. Alongside the cinematic experience, there will be performances by local artists, a nature photography exhibition, 12 eco-related workshops and over 50 green market exhibitors. Taking place on 14-16 October in Publika, be inspired to lead a greener lifestyle! Admission is free and the festival is suitable for all ages.

frieze.com/fairs/frieze-london

cimbclassic.com

kleff.my

ticketpro.com.my

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1. Choc Overload

2. Sublime Roll

3. Chic Affair

Chocoholics, don’t miss out on The Chocolate Show when it arrives in London on 14-16 October at Olympia National Hall. Billed as the UK’s largest chocolate festival, the event features dozens of boutique stalls manned by independent brands, artisanal chocolate makers and international producers.

Aside from the endless sampling and chocolate tasting sessions, celebrity chefs and professional patissiers will also showcase their delicious recipes. The evening is capped off with a fashion show that showcases edible clothing designs created by a collaboration of chocolatiers and fashion designers.

Pince & Pints Restaurant and Bar, located in the Kuala Lumpur neighbourhood of Bangsar, is turning one. To celebrate the milestone, the popular lobster-only eatery has created a decadent version of its signature Lobster Roll. The Truffle Lobster Roll is stuffed with chunks of meat from a whole lobster, and topped with truffle shavings and truffle caviar. To finish off the truly heavenly roll, the dish is served with a house-made truffle sauce that makes for a perfect dip for the side serving of fries and chef’s salad. Available from now until the year’s end, the creamy and exquisite roll merits its USD44++ (RM178++) price tag.

Options for dinner dates in the heart of Kuala Lumpur just got better. BLVD House introduces diners to “elevated casual dining with a twist” and complementing its cosmopolitan brasserie feel is a menu that bears influences from Paris, New York, and London, created by its Director Nur Nadia Tan Sri SM Nasimuddin in collaboration with General Manager Ansgar Schlemmer, a former chef who had stints at The Savoy London and Kempinski Hotel. Among highlights you can look forward to are the Smoked Duck Pizza; Peach Kale Pizza; Roasted Miso Cod; Oozing Ovomaltine Beignets; Chili Maine Lobster; and Bean-Can Roasted Free-Range Chicken.

thechocolateshow.co.uk

pinceandpints.com.my

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5. Bright Start

6. Goldfarb Heads To PTT

Chocoholics, don’t miss out on The Chocolate Show when it arrives in London on 14-16 October at Olympia National Hall. Billed as the UK’s largest chocolate festival, the event features dozens of boutique stalls manned by independent brands, artisanal chocolate makers and international producers.

Aside from the endless sampling and chocolate tasting sessions, celebrity chefs and professional patissiers will also showcase their delicious recipes. The evening is capped off with a fashion show that showcases edible clothing designs created by a collaboration of chocolatiers and fashion designers.

Pince & Pints Restaurant and Bar, located in the Kuala Lumpur neighbourhood of Bangsar, is turning one. To celebrate the milestone, the popular lobster-only eatery has created a decadent version of its signature Lobster Roll. The Truffle Lobster Roll is stuffed with chunks of meat from a whole lobster, and topped with truffle shavings and truffle caviar. To finish off the truly heavenly roll, the dish is served with a house-made truffle sauce that makes for a perfect dip for the side serving of fries and chef’s salad. Available from now until the year’s end, the creamy and exquisite roll merits its USD44++ (RM178++) price tag.

Options for dinner dates in the heart of Kuala Lumpur just got better. BLVD House introduces diners to “elevated casual dining with a twist” and complementing its cosmopolitan brasserie feel is a menu that bears influences from Paris, New York, and London, created by its Director Nur Nadia Tan Sri SM Nasimuddin in collaboration with General Manager Ansgar Schlemmer, a former chef who had stints at The Savoy London and Kempinski Hotel. Among highlights you can look forward to are the Smoked Duck Pizza; Peach Kale Pizza; Roasted Miso Cod; Oozing Ovomaltine Beignets; Chili Maine Lobster; and Bean-Can Roasted Free-Range Chicken.

Curious about what makes Japanese food so perfectly delicious? Make a date with Food Japan, ASEAN’s leading exhibition for Japanese F&B-related products taking place on 27-29 October at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre. Visitors can experience the best, most authentic Japanese ingredients and food, as well as participate in classes that will showcase the finest culinary techniques and equipment from Japan.

With a focus on seafood this year, expect to learn a lot from the Japanese about prefecture specialities, seasonal produce, and culinary techniques from interactive masterclasses throughout the weekend.

Hidden away in APW in the Jalan Riong area of Kuala Lumpur’s Bangsar neighbourhod is Breakfast Thieves, a Melbourne-style café that brings all the comforts of a wholesome brunch meal in one neat setting. Housed under a modern-looking glasshouse architecture, Breakfast Thieves does more than look good: among the dishes to try are The Legend (spicy baked eggs with chunky beef salami, okra, caramelised onion jam, mushrooms, and basil oil with herbed garlic toast); Leprechaun (sweet corn and zucchini fritters with creamed mushroom, pickled radish, avocado mousse and poached eggs); and Mr Terry Benedict (braised beef cheeks with smoked paprika-charred cauliflower).

PTT Family, the Indonesia-based hospitality company behind the Potato Head brand, has appointed Will Goldfarb as the group’s culinary director. As founder of the highly lauded Room 4 Dessert in New York (now closed) and Bali, Goldfarb is known for his ability to blend cutting-edge gastronomy with classic techniques and flavours to create never-before-seen dishes that won over the likes of chefs David Chang and Thomas Keller. “The first time I visited Room 4 Dessert, I was very impressed with Will’s passion, creativity, and culinary abilities,” said PTT Family CEO Ronald Akili. “I look forward to see the great things he’ll come up with at PTT Family.”

thechocolateshow.co.uk

pinceandpints.com.my

blvdhouse.com

oishii-world.com/en

breakfastthieves.com

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7. Gastronomic Shangri-La

8. Hit The Decks

9. Pizza Pleaser

Following the success of its inaugural launch last year, The Shangri-La International Festival of Gastronomy returns bigger and better. Held on 25-31 October across 11 Shangri-La hotels across the world – Beijing, Hong Kong, Jakarta, London, Manila, Paris, Taipei, Tokyo, Shanghai and Singapore – the festival features 12 chefs who will cook up a feast worthy of the 21 Michelin stars they collectively hold. Among them are Frédéric Anton from the 3-starred Le Pré Catelan; Mauro Colagreco from the 2-starred Mirazur; Peruvian chef Virgilio Martinez from Central restaurant; and Shangri-La Hotel Paris’ Christophe Moret.

The latest addition to the burgeoning TREC lifestyle destination on Jalan Tun Razak in Kuala Lumpur is The Deck @ Mango’s. Aimed at providing a chill-out vibe for party-goers, this cosy space is home to Play For Passion, a collective of local DJs who spin progressive electronic music on Sundays, from sundown to the wee hours of the morning.

The Deck @ Mango’s follows the opening of Le Noir KL and Byblos Cafe & Lounge at TREC’s The Hive.

For pizzas that are more than just an overload of toppings, check out Plank Sourdough Pizza.

Located in Singapore’s Namly Estate, the pizzeria-bakery is founded by renowned baker Dean Brettschneider. Here, he makes pizzas baked on sourdough bread from a combination of flours slowly fermented with natural wild yeast for up to 48 hours. On the menu, try pizza Number 4 (a pulled BBQ chicken pizza with cranberry compote, camembert cheese and rocket) and Number 7 (a vegetarian pizza with tomato, sautéed onions, portobello and oyster mushrooms with mirin, shaved parmesan and a touch of truffle oil).

shangrilalovesfood.com

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PHOTO OBEROI HOTELS & RESORTS

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1. Lush Greenery

2. Africa Down Under

3. Room With A View

The Oberoi Sukhvilas in Chandigarh, India is a luxury spa resort surrounded by over 3,000 hectares of protected natural forest. Its design incorporates traditional Indian pavilions with aesthetically landscaped courtyards and chic, modern elements. The spa occupies a secluded space surrounded by forests on three sides and offers massage therapies, Ayurveda, hydrotherapies, steam baths, an ultraviolet sauna, a Turkish hammam and a Roman tepidarium.

Nestled in the heart of Canberra, The Jamala Wildlife Lodge at the National Zoo and Aquarium offers a truly unforgettable overnight safari experience. To get up close and personal with the wonderful wildlife in the comfort of luxurious accommodations, guests can choose from the Jungle Bungalows and Giraffe Tree Houses suites, or private rooms at the uShaka lodge, where they can share a bath with a bear, eat with a lion, or feed a giraffe from their private balcony.

Situated on Oahu’s western coast in the community of Ko Olina in Hawaii, the Four Seasons Resort Oahu introduces a new level of luxury on the island. Nearly all 371 rooms and suites boast expansive ocean views that can be enjoyed from floor-to-ceiling windows and private lanai terraces. Amenities include five F&B options, an enormous spa and fitness complex, family and adult pools with beach cabanas, two ballrooms, five function rooms, and a custom-built wedding chapel nestled in its gardens.

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jamalawildlifelodge.com.au

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4. For The Family

5. Refined Sophistication

6. Urban Sanctury

For travellers seeking a memorable and luxurious getaway for the whole family in Northern Thailand, the Dhara Dhevi Chiang Mai ticks all the right boxes. Perched on 24 hectares of beautifully landscaped tropical grounds, the resort offers a wide range of carefully curated activities for children and parents to enjoy together such as umbrella painting, bamboo weaving, and rice planting. The Lanna Kids Club has half or full day programmes for children from four to 12 years old, while adults can revel in cooking classes, shopping, spa treatments, and gourmet eating and drinking experiences.

Set in the capital of Hainan, adjacent to centuries-old volcanic clusters, tropical wildlife parks and nature reserves, The Langham, Haikou, features 249 elegantly styled guestrooms and suites that offer views over the South China Sea and the city. The hotel also houses five food and drink options, a spa, fitness centre, swimming pool, as well as 1,564 square metres of event space.

Tucked away on an elegant row of Victorian townhouses with striking views over Egerton Gardens, and having Harrods and the V&A Museum as its neighbours, The Franklin in Knightsbridge, London is the latest boutique creation by former Bond girl and celebrated designer, Anouska Hempel. There will be 35 rooms with intricate, embroidered furnishings, and Italian-influenced finishes for style and comfort.

langhamhotels.com/haikou

thefranklinlondon.com

dharadhevi.com

7. Rebirth Of A Legend

8. Exclusive Hospitality

9. Rustic Sanctum

One of the most highly anticipated hotel openings of the year, the Ritz Paris finally reopens its doors after a spectacular four-year, 400-million-euro renovation.

The legendary hotel has been restored to its famed grandeur and now boasts 142 rooms, of which 71 are suites. Other notable upgrades include a renovated Bar Hemingway, the world’s first Chanel Spa; a tunnel from the parking facility to the hotel for private VIP entrances, and a nearly 2,000 square metre lush garden.

Nestled in the secluded island of Koh Krabey, Arovada by AKARYN is the first private island wellness retreat in Cambodia. Forty private and unique villas allow guests to experience the luxury of space, privacy and exemplary service in an undiscovered tropical island setting.

The Ayurah Wellness Centre features water therapy suites, fitness facilities and a meditation boardwalk, while dining includes the slow food concept and French-influenced Indo-Chinese cuisine.

Opening this month and touted to be Myanmar’s most ambitious new hotel, the Sanctum Inle Resort situated on Inle Lake features arched windows and graceful cloisters, which reference the monastic life. The resort offers eight tours for guests to explore the area, ranging from a half-day cycling excursion to Red Mountain Estate winery to a full-day trip to Kakku’s ancient temples.

ritzparis.com

akaryn.com

sanctum-inle-resort.com

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4. For The Family

5. Refined Sophistication

6. Urban Sanctury

For travellers seeking a memorable and luxurious getaway for the whole family in Northern Thailand, the Dhara Dhevi Chiang Mai ticks all the right boxes. Perched on 24 hectares of beautifully landscaped tropical grounds, the resort offers a wide range of carefully curated activities for children and parents to enjoy together such as umbrella painting, bamboo weaving, and rice planting. The Lanna Kids Club has half or full day programmes for children from four to 12 years old, while adults can revel in cooking classes, shopping, spa treatments, and gourmet eating and drinking experiences.

Set in the capital of Hainan, adjacent to centuries-old volcanic clusters, tropical wildlife parks and nature reserves, The Langham, Haikou, features 249 elegantly styled guestrooms and suites that offer views over the South China Sea and the city. The hotel also houses five food and drink options, a spa, fitness centre, swimming pool, as well as 1,564 square metres of event space.

Tucked away on an elegant row of Victorian townhouses with striking views over Egerton Gardens, and having Harrods and the V&A Museum as its neighbours, The Franklin in Knightsbridge, London is the latest boutique creation by former Bond girl and celebrated designer, Anouska Hempel. There will be 35 rooms with intricate, embroidered furnishings, and Italian-influenced finishes for style and comfort.

langhamhotels.com/haikou

thefranklinlondon.com

dharadhevi.com

7. Rebirth Of A Legend

8. Exclusive Hospitality

9. Rustic Sanctum

One of the most highly anticipated hotel openings of the year, the Ritz Paris finally reopens its doors after a spectacular four-year, 400-million-euro renovation.

The legendary hotel has been restored to its famed grandeur and now boasts 142 rooms, of which 71 are suites. Other notable upgrades include a renovated Bar Hemingway, the world’s first Chanel Spa; a tunnel from the parking facility to the hotel for private VIP entrances, and a nearly 2,000 square metre lush garden.

Nestled in the secluded island of Koh Krabey, Arovada by AKARYN is the first private island wellness retreat in Cambodia. Forty private and unique villas allow guests to experience the luxury of space, privacy and exemplary service in an undiscovered tropical island setting.

The Ayurah Wellness Centre features water therapy suites, fitness facilities and a meditation boardwalk, while dining includes the slow food concept and French-influenced Indo-Chinese cuisine.

Opening this month and touted to be Myanmar’s most ambitious new hotel, the Sanctum Inle Resort situated on Inle Lake features arched windows and graceful cloisters, which reference the monastic life. The resort offers eight tours for guests to explore the area, ranging from a half-day cycling excursion to Red Mountain Estate winery to a full-day trip to Kakku’s ancient temples.

ritzparis.com

akaryn.com

sanctum-inle-resort.com

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Exhibitions, news + reviews

Words Georgina Yates

5. Urban Flair

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It’s your last chance to dance in the steps of 5,000 painted footprints on architect Jean Verville’s Dance Floor, located opposite The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts on the Du Musée Avenue. The interactive installation invites crowds to let loose in public, bringing an infectious energy to the Museum’s surrounding area. Strut your stuff on Verville’s Dance Floor until 23 October. mbam.qc.ca

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2 Strength In Numbers After being crowned 2016 Artist of the Year by the Korean Cultural Centre in London, Koo Jeong A launches a solo exhibition at the establishment, which she invites other artists to add to in order to transform the show into a larger collaborative effort. Jeong A uses a variety of mediums to create her pieces and often explores both fact and fiction through her work. The show at the Korean Cultural Centre, which launched on 7 October, is a fabulous celebration of her oeuvre. london.korean-culture.org

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3. Superhero Collectible To celebrate the 75th anniversary of the iconic Marvel superhero, Captain America, Royal Selangor has been commissioned to produce a limited edition pewter replica of the superhero’s life-size bronze statue that was unveiled at the San Diego ComicCon (SDCC) in July. The 1:4-scale replica is limited to 100 pieces worldwide and is priced at USD4,800 (RM19,500). Marvel legend Stan Lee was on hand to sign the first pewter replica during the unveiling at SDCC. Fans can view the made-to-order replica at Royal Selangor’s flagship store in Pavilion Kuala Lumpur. royalselangor.com

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PHOTO KOO JEONG A AT KOREAN CULTURAL CENTRE UK, LONDON, 7 OCTOBER – 19 NOVEMBER 2016, WWW.KCCUK.ORG.UK

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If you’re passing through Perth, be sure to drop by Curtin University to see the incredible geometric mural decorating the ceiling of a passageway between two campus buildings.

The fabulous mural can be credited to street artist HENSE, otherwise known as painter Alex Brewer. For two decades, Brewer has added colour and charm to otherwise oppressive and bland urban landscapes. His unique style has become instantly recognisable and earned him a reputation as one of the most exciting street artists working today. Visit the space at the university and see if his vibrant work doesn’t make you smile. hensethename.com

The Making Africa exhibition at the Kunsthal in Rotterdam gathers work from over 120 of the continent’s most intriguing contemporary artists. From the sculptural eyewear creations of Kenyan Cyrus Kabiru to the photography of Mozambiquan Mario Macliau, the show explores the impact that the digital age has had on Africa – both socially and politically. Innovative and exciting, as well as providing an insight into African culture, the mixed multimedia exhibition proves Africa’s thriving art scene. kunsthal.nl

Prestigious mixed multimedia artist Romuald Hazoumè presents a challenging and deeply moving exploration of immigration at the October Gallery in London from 7 October. The show consists of three installations, plus numerous paintings, curious objects and photography.

Hazoumè’s work reaches to the heart of the social and political issues of today.

For example, his Cry of the Whale installation – a crashed boat created from jerry cans accompanied by the audio of mournful whale song – is clearly a lament for those forced to flee their war-torn countries on unsafe vessels.

The solo exhibition at the October Gallery promises to be a thought-provoking and stimulating show. octobergallery.co.uk

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It’s your last chance to dance in the steps of 5,000 painted footprints on architect Jean Verville’s Dance Floor, located opposite The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts on the Du Musée Avenue. The interactive installation invites crowds to let loose in public, bringing an infectious energy to the Museum’s surrounding area. Strut your stuff on Verville’s Dance Floor until 23 October. mbam.qc.ca

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6. Heart Of The Matter

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2 Strength In Numbers After being crowned 2016 Artist of the Year by the Korean Cultural Centre in London, Koo Jeong A launches a solo exhibition at the establishment, which she invites other artists to add to in order to transform the show into a larger collaborative effort. Jeong A uses a variety of mediums to create her pieces and often explores both fact and fiction through her work. The show at the Korean Cultural Centre, which launched on 7 October, is a fabulous celebration of her oeuvre. london.korean-culture.org

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4. Digitalism

3. Superhero Collectible To celebrate the 75th anniversary of the iconic Marvel superhero, Captain America, Royal Selangor has been commissioned to produce a limited edition pewter replica of the superhero’s life-size bronze statue that was unveiled at the San Diego ComicCon (SDCC) in July. The 1:4-scale replica is limited to 100 pieces worldwide and is priced at USD4,800 (RM19,500). Marvel legend Stan Lee was on hand to sign the first pewter replica during the unveiling at SDCC. Fans can view the made-to-order replica at Royal Selangor’s flagship store in Pavilion Kuala Lumpur. royalselangor.com

PHOTO OCTOBER GALLERY, LONDON

1. Step By Step

PHOTO KOO JEONG A AT KOREAN CULTURAL CENTRE UK, LONDON, 7 OCTOBER – 19 NOVEMBER 2016, WWW.KCCUK.ORG.UK

goingplacesmagazine.com / 30 / October 2016

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If you’re passing through Perth, be sure to drop by Curtin University to see the incredible geometric mural decorating the ceiling of a passageway between two campus buildings.

The fabulous mural can be credited to street artist HENSE, otherwise known as painter Alex Brewer. For two decades, Brewer has added colour and charm to otherwise oppressive and bland urban landscapes. His unique style has become instantly recognisable and earned him a reputation as one of the most exciting street artists working today. Visit the space at the university and see if his vibrant work doesn’t make you smile. hensethename.com

The Making Africa exhibition at the Kunsthal in Rotterdam gathers work from over 120 of the continent’s most intriguing contemporary artists. From the sculptural eyewear creations of Kenyan Cyrus Kabiru to the photography of Mozambiquan Mario Macliau, the show explores the impact that the digital age has had on Africa – both socially and politically. Innovative and exciting, as well as providing an insight into African culture, the mixed multimedia exhibition proves Africa’s thriving art scene. kunsthal.nl

Prestigious mixed multimedia artist Romuald Hazoumè presents a challenging and deeply moving exploration of immigration at the October Gallery in London from 7 October. The show consists of three installations, plus numerous paintings, curious objects and photography.

Hazoumè’s work reaches to the heart of the social and political issues of today.

For example, his Cry of the Whale installation – a crashed boat created from jerry cans accompanied by the audio of mournful whale song – is clearly a lament for those forced to flee their war-torn countries on unsafe vessels.

The solo exhibition at the October Gallery promises to be a thought-provoking and stimulating show. octobergallery.co.uk

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Global Citizen

An entrepreneur and animal rights activist, Maple gives tips on her two favourite cities in the world.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Kyoto, Japan

What do you love most about this city?

The answer is a really personal one. Zoo Negara is here.

It's the only place in the world where I can be an animal worker on a regular basis and I’ve been a volunteer here for 14 years.

Describe the locals.

Most courteous and benevolent.

Where would you take a first-timer to in this city?

To see the Petronas Twin Towers.

What is the one thing that the first-timer must do in this city?

Eat hawker food and shop around Petaling Street (Chinatown).

The best place to have dinner with: a. family - Overseas Restaurant on Jalan Imbi. b. friends - Neo Tamarind in Bukit Bintang.

The best thing about the locals.

Friendly and laid back, and everyone speaks English.

Name one souvenir to bring home.

Pewter from Royal Selangor.

Five words that sum up this city.

Raw, hectic, vivacious, tasty, and colourful.

Where might we find you at 1 am in this city?

If I’m out and about, probably having supper at the Nasi Lemak Antarabangsa stall in Kampung Bharu.

What do you find most refreshing about this city?

While public toilets are super clean, their fully automated toilet bowls are ingenious!

The one experience that everyone must try out.

Enjoying shōjin ryōri (a way of cooking food in Zen monasteries) at one of the temples in Koyasan is an experience not to be missed.

The one local dish everyone must try.

Yuba, a type of tofu that’s available in Kyoto and they prepare it here in different ways.

The best thing you can do here for free.

Strolling along or just sitting by the riverbank to enjoy the breeze.

A lesson learnt from this city.

Always have your hotel address in the local language to show to taxi drivers.

The best piece of souvenir you took home from here.

Professional photographs taken of me as a geisha in my Maiko Makeover experience.

Something they have that you wished you had at home: Nishiki Market.

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Maple Asaro

Global Citizen

An entrepreneur and animal rights activist, Maple gives tips on her two favourite cities in the world.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Kyoto, Japan

What do you love most about this city?

The answer is a really personal one. Zoo Negara is here.

It's the only place in the world where I can be an animal worker on a regular basis and I’ve been a volunteer here for 14 years.

Describe the locals.

Most courteous and benevolent.

Where would you take a first-timer to in this city?

To see the Petronas Twin Towers.

What is the one thing that the first-timer must do in this city?

Eat hawker food and shop around Petaling Street (Chinatown).

The best place to have dinner with: a. family - Overseas Restaurant on Jalan Imbi. b. friends - Neo Tamarind in Bukit Bintang.

The best thing about the locals.

Friendly and laid back, and everyone speaks English.

Name one souvenir to bring home.

Pewter from Royal Selangor.

Five words that sum up this city.

Raw, hectic, vivacious, tasty, and colourful.

Where might we find you at 1 am in this city?

If I’m out and about, probably having supper at the Nasi Lemak Antarabangsa stall in Kampung Bharu.

What do you find most refreshing about this city?

While public toilets are super clean, their fully automated toilet bowls are ingenious!

The one experience that everyone must try out.

Enjoying shōjin ryōri (a way of cooking food in Zen monasteries) at one of the temples in Koyasan is an experience not to be missed.

The one local dish everyone must try.

Yuba, a type of tofu that’s available in Kyoto and they prepare it here in different ways.

The best thing you can do here for free.

Strolling along or just sitting by the riverbank to enjoy the breeze.

A lesson learnt from this city.

Always have your hotel address in the local language to show to taxi drivers.

The best piece of souvenir you took home from here.

Professional photographs taken of me as a geisha in my Maiko Makeover experience.

Something they have that you wished you had at home: Nishiki Market.

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Maple Asaro

Window or Aisle

I LIKE TO THINK that I am now a village elder because I have just turned 50 and at my birthday party the main topic of conversation among my contemporaries was “Ooof!” and “Ouch!” whenever we were getting in and out of chairs. But I think that I am a youthful 50-year-old and that I can still talk to people much younger than myself who are in their 40s and even late 30s. I listen to them talk about their young people concerns like mortgages and menopause and then they turn to me for the wisdom that comes with my great age, and I say things like, “In my day, we only had two sticks and a piece of string” or “I remember Windows ‘98”.

Now that I’m old I can do or say whatever I want whenever I want. I can say something patently dumb like, “I agree with Donald Trump” and nobody can argue with me because I am officially set in my ways. It’s good to finally be a village elder.

were all on TV at set times. I didn’t know it at the time but it was a curated experience where somebody had decided that we should watch these shows at these specific times.

Looking back I suppose we were unwitting slaves to a schedule over which we had no control. The schedule made our actions so predictable that in Britain, where I grew up, even the electricity power stations knew that there would be surges in demand during commercial breaks of popular TV shows because millions of people would be switching on their kettles to make tea.

But the other day I was talking to a young person (aged 42) and I suddenly felt very old and completely out of touch with the modern world. He was telling me about things called Raspberry Pi, Recalbox and an SD card (which you’ll need to format to FAT32).

I had absolutely no idea what he was talking about. And then he told me something that made my whole world come crashing down: People don’t watch TV anymore. Instead they use these funny-sounding devices to access a whole world of entertainment for free and whenever they want. As we used to say in my day, OMG!

I guess we were all predictable sheep back then, all waiting for a set time to watch the same TV show and then we would all talk about it the next day. We were all having the same conversation. Now these newfangled devices and the “Intertubes” give us the personal power to choose what we want to watch and when we want to watch it without the interference of the unknown and unseen curator at the TV station. Now I don’t have to wait till 8 pm or 1983 to watch Dynasty. I could watch it right now but I’m not going to.

Instead I, and 50 million other people around the world, am going to watch the Swedish

When I was young if I wasn’t playing with my two sticks and a piece of string then I was watching TV. It had lots of fascinating documentaries like Scooby-Doo and gritty true-to-life dramas like Dynasty. And they

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YouTuber PewDiePie talk about, well, I actually have no idea what he’s talking about.

Sadly, I have to say RIP TV. TV has been my lifelong friend but now I’ve been told that it is dead. It has been losing its way for some time. The History Channel only has shows about UFOs and how the pyramids were built by aliens, which isn’t what I understand to be history. If things carry on this way then soon a university history course will involve concocting conspiracy theories and when you get your degree, you won’t a wear mortar board on your head but some tin foil so the CIA can’t see what you’re thinking.

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50 is the new 60

Now we can watch what we want and when we want it. We don’t have to sit through anything we don’t like, find boring or disagree with. Finally we have the freedom to only enjoy the things that confirm what we already believed to be the truth. Basically, now everyone has the power to become set in their ways, even at an early age. I guess this way we’ll all become village elders, which doesn’t make me feel so special anymore. Oh well, maybe it’ll be different when I turn 60.

Kam Raslan is the author of Confessions of an Old Boy: The Dato’ Hamid Adventures.

He is also a columnist, and a writer and director working in film, TV and theatre in Malaysia.

He will one day make his own feature film. Kam's column is written exclusively for Malaysia Airlines.

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Bustling Singapore The world’s most expensive city has just about everything to see and do.

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FOR HISTORY BUFFS The best places to understand Singapore’s heritage are two of the country’s grandest national monuments. The National Museum of Singapore presents a fascinating overview of Singapore’s history and culture with multimedia installations. The National Gallery Singapore is housed in the old colonial City Hall and Supreme Court buildings and showcases the world’s largest collection of Southeast Asian art.

GETTING AROUND Singapore has a very well-connected transportation network. Its Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) can pretty much get you to any part of Singapore relatively quickly, and it is efficient. Taxis and buses are clean and the

drivers are courteous. There is also GrabCar or Uber for those so inclined.

DESIGNER STAYS The award-winning PARKROYAL on Pickering is Singapore’s first hotel-in-agarden with lofty sky gardens, reflecting pools and a unique undulating façade that resembles Asian paddy fields. If you’re more into vibrant colours, you’ll feel right at home in Hotel Vagabond, which is adorned with more than 1,000 pieces of art in its luxuriant crimson and gold French salon settings.

AWARD-WINNING FOOD Joël Robuchon Restaurant is the epitome of fine dining with its haute French cuisine and a selection of over 1,000 premium wines. It is

the only restaurant in Singapore to have been awarded three Michelin stars. Meanwhile, Hong Kong Soya Sauce Chicken Rice and Noodle at Chinatown Food Complex is one of the two hawker stalls in Singapore to have been awarded one Michelin star for its tender roasted meats and springy noodles.

INDUSTRIAL CHIC COFFEE Chye Seng Huat Hardware is a café and roaster located in an art deco shop-house that formerly housed a hardware company – its coffee is top-notch and its pastries are all baked in-house. There are also plenty of Instagram opportunities with the striking brick façade of Wheeler’s Yard, a warehouse space that doubles up as a bicycle shop and a bistro.

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Malaysia Airlines operates twice daily flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Heathrow, London (LHR)

Singapore

GARDEN CITY The lush Singapore Botanic Gardens is the perfect place for a morning stroll.

This UNESCO Heritage Site is a breath of fresh air just at the edge of the shopping mecca, Orchard Road. For something a little more futuristic, Gardens By The Bay with its 16-storey man-made ‘supertrees’ and Flower Dome replicating the dry and cool Mediterranean climate fits the bill. The Flower Dome, perpetually in spring, is the largest glass greenhouse in the world, as listed in the 2015 Guinness World Records.

AWAY FROM TOWN Tiong Bahru has a colourful mix of old-school coffee shops, edgy restaurants and cafés as well as a huge market centre housing some of Singapore’s best hawker stalls. Another eclectic spot is Kampong Glam with its vintage shops and laidback bars. If you have time, sign up for the Sultans of Spice Walking Tour to gain an insightful appreciation of this historic precinct.

SHOPPING MADNESS Arguably Asia’s most famous shopping street, Orchard Road is a 2.2-kilometre stretch packed with shops and malls selling all kinds of everything, from luxury designer boutiques such as Hermès and Chanel to Swedish retail chain H&M. ION Orchard is the most striking one of them all with its futuristic glass facade and sheer size.

NOT THE USUAL SHOPPING SPOT Mustafa Centre is a 24-hour bustling mall that offers everything from electronic goods to jewellery. Located in the heart of Little India, it’s also a popular spot to change currency. For something a little quieter, there’s Books Actually, a delightfully quirky independent bookstore that has become an

essential pit stop for book lovers worldwide.

It curates an impressive selection of literary fiction and random retro thingamabobs.

MERLION MEMORABILIA The Merlion, a half-fish, half-lion lovable mascot created to promote tourism in Singapore in 1964 has now become an icon of the state. This mythical creature can be found in various forms, from keychains, T-shirts and fridge magnets to can openers, chocolates and jade statues. Bring one home for a keepsake.

SHORT TRIPS Get away from the city for a spot of sun on the weekends at Sentosa Island. From the diverse marine life at the S.E.A. Aquarium to thrilling theme park rides at Universal Studios, and a huge casino for those wanting to place a bet or two, it’s the perfect day out for the entire family. For an upscale and more exclusive short getaway, take a 40-minute ferry ride out to Club Med Bintan to cleanse the body and mind. Practise yoga on the private beach or relax under the skilful hands of wellness therapists at the spa perched on the rocks. Kids have their own dedicated areas and activities too.

WHAT’S ON BNP Paribas WTA Finals Singapore (23-30 Oct): Adrenaline-packed action awaits as the world’s best women singles players and double teams fight their way to the top to earn USD 7 million in prize money.

Singapore Writers Festival 2016 (4-13 Nov): This is one of Asia’s largest literary events showcasing creative talents from the region and abroad. This year’s programme includes Chocolat author Joanne Harris and former CNN correspondent Atia Abawi.

CULTURE VULTURE Film - 7 Letters: An anthology of seven short films by Singapore’s most acclaimed filmmakers to commemorate Singapore’s 50th year of independence last year.

Music - TIME/SPACE by Charlie Lim: The best local album of 2015 is an impressive debut of whimsical, broody songs that showcases Lim’s daring musicality and soulful vocals.

Travel Tips

UMBRELLAS AT ALL TIMES! Don’t get drenched as it rains often and unpredictably in this tropical, humid island-state.

April and May are the hottest months, with the wet monsoon seasons from November to January.

AND A PACKET OF TISSUES TOO! If you’re at a hawker centre or a fast food restaurant and don’t have anyone to watch over your table while you’re getting food, place a small packet of tissues on the table to indicate it’s taken.

In local lingo, this is called “chope”.

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SIPPING WITH SCENERY You’ll get a stunning bird’s eye view of Singapore from Ce La Vi Club Lounge at the 57th floor of Marina Bay Sands – do make reservations. Another great place to unwind while appreciating the breath-taking city skyline is Lantern Rooftop Bar at Fullerton Bay Hotel.

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GST Refund

GST REFUND If you spend at least USD75 (SGD100) in Singapore, you can claim a refund for the 7 percent Goods and Services Tax. Remember to collect your receipts and apply for your refund using the Electronic Tourist Refund kiosks at the airport or at the international cruise terminals.

Malaysia Airlines operates 56 times weekly flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Singapore (SIN)

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Tête-à-Tête /

Vach Pillutla

Interview Julie Goh Photography courtesy of Samsonite Malaysia

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Tell us briefly about what you do at Samsonite.

I am responsible for growing the smaller individual markets in Asia as well as strengthening the family of Samsonite brands in those markets. The focus for me for the past two years has been the Malaysian operation.

1. The Tru-Frame collection of hard-shell luggage is durable, lightweight and stylish 2. The integrated TSA combination lock provides peace of mind when bags are checked in 3. Pillutla has been tasked to grow Samsonite's business in Malaysia for the past two years

How intense is the competition for travel luggage?

The market size for travel luggage in Malaysia is about RM600 million (USD150 million), and is expected to grow at around 5 percent per annum in the foreseeable future.

We take a segmented approach, which means that we have brands that can compete in all possible consumer segments. We have Samsonite in the premium segment, followed by American Tourister in the mid-market segment, and in the beginning of 2015, we launched a brand called Kamiliant, which is fast gaining market share at the entry level. The entry-level market is the largest segment, taking up almost 60 percent of the luggage market in Malaysia.

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Vach Pillutla, Samsonite’s Business Director for Market Development, Asia, talks about the Malaysian market and what’s in store for the brand.

This is also where the competition is the toughest with 30-plus brands and private labels competing fiercely to gain maximum market share. But I am happy to say that Kamiliant has been extremely well received by our customers for its colourful silhouettes and extremely affordable prices.

The mid-market is addressed by our brand, American Tourister. This is a brand which we intend to really grow through a combination of our own retail, multi-brand stores (House of Samsonite), existing luggage retailers, and departmental and wholesale stores. We are also looking to gain market share through e-commerce and television-based home shopping.

In the premium segment, which is where Samsonite operates, there is no direct competition. Samsonite is the clear leader in the premium segment. The luxury segment is much smaller and is addressed by a couple of niche players.

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Tell us briefly about what you do at Samsonite.

I am responsible for growing the smaller individual markets in Asia as well as strengthening the family of Samsonite brands in those markets. The focus for me for the past two years has been the Malaysian operation.

1. The Tru-Frame collection of hard-shell luggage is durable, lightweight and stylish 2. The integrated TSA combination lock provides peace of mind when bags are checked in 3. Pillutla has been tasked to grow Samsonite's business in Malaysia for the past two years

How intense is the competition for travel luggage?

The market size for travel luggage in Malaysia is about RM600 million (USD150 million), and is expected to grow at around 5 percent per annum in the foreseeable future.

We take a segmented approach, which means that we have brands that can compete in all possible consumer segments. We have Samsonite in the premium segment, followed by American Tourister in the mid-market segment, and in the beginning of 2015, we launched a brand called Kamiliant, which is fast gaining market share at the entry level. The entry-level market is the largest segment, taking up almost 60 percent of the luggage market in Malaysia.

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Vach Pillutla, Samsonite’s Business Director for Market Development, Asia, talks about the Malaysian market and what’s in store for the brand.

This is also where the competition is the toughest with 30-plus brands and private labels competing fiercely to gain maximum market share. But I am happy to say that Kamiliant has been extremely well received by our customers for its colourful silhouettes and extremely affordable prices.

The mid-market is addressed by our brand, American Tourister. This is a brand which we intend to really grow through a combination of our own retail, multi-brand stores (House of Samsonite), existing luggage retailers, and departmental and wholesale stores. We are also looking to gain market share through e-commerce and television-based home shopping.

In the premium segment, which is where Samsonite operates, there is no direct competition. Samsonite is the clear leader in the premium segment. The luxury segment is much smaller and is addressed by a couple of niche players.

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What does Samsonite stand for today?

Samsonite is the most trusted luggage brand in Malaysia today and the top choice of Malaysian consumers. What Samsonite stands for today is its reputation for producing durable and quality luggage. We have invested a lot in terms of technology into our Samsonite products. We are constantly looking to innovate by pushing the boundaries for our consumers. For example, we have this proprietary technology called Curv. It is an advanced impact-resistant, durable yet extremely lightweight material. Samsonite has formulated the process to create an ultra strong material by weaving fibers of durable polypropylene together, transforming them into individual sheets which are quickly reinforced and fused together to form an outer shell.

Our aim is to meet the needs of today's travellers, be they business or leisure travellers, as more and more airlines place restrictions on the size and weight of luggage.

Consumers are always trying to pack as much in as possible while trying not to exceed the restrictions set by airlines.

The second quality that consumers look for is ease of manoeuvrability. Therefore, the quality of the wheels and sturdiness of the wheels are also very important. Samsonite has met all the main criteria of what consumers look for in a luggage and we have been doing it very successfully.

What can we look forward to from Samsonite in the next couple of years?

A lot of our main products will carry improved technology such as the Track&Go technology, which allows travellers to track their luggage to ensure it does not get lost during transit. Consumers can also look forward to more lightweight luggage coming into the market. The global trend now is more towards hardside luggage but in Malaysia, there is also a huge demand for softside luggage as well.

We have also noticed consumers changing the way they travel, from a very formal way of travelling to a more informal way, for instance, we see a lot of CEOs now carrying business backpacks instead of briefcases as they free up the hands for carrying other things for example, their smartphones. This is an example of the needs of a modern traveller that Samsonite is addressing. We will be bringing in more products that cater to the needs of the market.

What should consumers look for when choosing a travel luggage?

A travel luggage should be light, durable and easy to manoeuvre, and all this needs to be delivered at the right price. Finally, reputation and after-sales service and global/ international warranty matter tremendously to consumers.

Samsonite, as an organisation, has successfully addressed these main points which is the reason why we now are a clear leader in the travel luggage category, not just in Malaysia, but across all key markets globally.

4. The side handle adds an extra touch of convenience 5. The roomy interior of the TruFrame, featuring two divider panels, two crossstraps and plenty of organisational pockets; the multi-directional dual spinner wheels provide effortless mobility

Any packing tricks or tips to share with our readers?

Seasoned travellers will already have their own style of packing. For me, I have a very clear format for packing. I have different pieces of luggage depending on the length of travel. For travellers with tight schedules or those with transits, it is important to travel as light as possible so that you avoid checking in and you minimise the possibility of losing your luggage when moving from airport to airport. It’s always better to pack as light as possible. We have luggage in a variety of sizes to cater to different lengths of travels; for example, the cabin size and specs for Inova allows you to pack for a week. It also has a compartment to store your laptop. It’s my personal favourite.

aim is to meet the needs of today's ‘‘Our travellers, be they business or leisure travellers, as more airlines place restrictions on the size and weight of luggage.‚‚

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THERE ARE VERY FEW PLACES IN KUALA LUMPUR where you can listen to the silence – and Sutra House is one of them. Beyond its solid gates, even the air feels different as if the magic of Datuk Ramli Ibrahim’s mesmerising dances lingers in the air.

Filled with greenery and artwork, Sutra House is where Ramli works his magic in dance. It is his studio and art gallery, performing space, and the heartbeat of Sutra Foundation. Ramli is arguably Malaysia’s best-known dancer, beloved for his dazzling artistry. At 63, his fluid strength and grace remain evident in his poised movements, even when in casual jeans.

Although his name is synonymous with Odissi, his work is far more varied and diverse. Trained also in classical ballet and contemporary dance, he has truly embraced dance in all its forms, from the traditional to modern.

One of his best-known productions was Quintessence, a collaboration with the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra in 2014, where he choreographed a set of dances to Debussy’s Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun, Ravel’s Shéhérazade and Stravinsky’s The Firebird Suite.

Famed for establishing Indian classical dance, in particular Odissi as a widely appreciated art form in Malaysia and beyond, Ramli’s creative talents also extend to choreography, teaching, sketching and painting, and to his work in community empowerment.

“We are not just about Indian classical dance although people can be forgiven for thinking so. We are also very contemporary, using the classical tradition as a point of embarkation,” he said. Even his classical Indian dance can be immediately recognised as being Malaysian, he said.

But Ramli isn’t too interested in plastering labels on his work. He said the form that each production takes depends on that particular work.

For the breadth of his achievements, he has received numerous awards, including one from the Malaysian King in 2013. Ramli has been on the Malaysian dance scene for more than three decades now, and was instrumental in breaking down cultural barriers as a Malay male dancer with a talent for Indian classical dance.

“Modernity can exist within traditional forms,” he said.

“In that way, the traditional form becomes alive as it goes through evolutions. It’s not stultified in that form.”

This continuous evolution is something that he has been exploring in his 40-plus years on the stage, from the time he was a student in Australia.

Ramli has spent 40-plus years on the stage

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proud. Under the auspices of the foundation that he chairs, Ramli spends quite a bit of time in two far-flung small towns in the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur to teach dance to young pupils. “This makes the Indian community proud of their culture; we want to empower them through their culture,” he said. goingplacesmagazine.com / 46 / October 2016

In November, he’s leading a six-day festival of dance at the Sri Subramaniar Swamy Temple in the small fishing town of Kuala Selangor. Dancers from nine dance institutions in Malaysia and Singapore will perform in this festival aimed at bringing the arts to the community.

After graduating from the Royal Military College in Kuala Lumpur, he went on to study engineering at the University of Western Australia in Perth. But the lure of the arts proved too great. “Right from the beginning, I knew I was going to be an artist but the system slots us into boxes. Still, my calling for the arts was very intense,” he said.

It was then he took up formal classes in ballet, contemporary dance and Indian classical dance, in particular the Odissi. His 14 years in Australia were a productive time, and he reluctantly returned to Malaysia after his permit to stay expired in 1983. Yet despite his reluctance to leave a flourishing career, he felt a deep reconnection with Malaysia.

“When I came back to Malaysia, I was so happy. I felt a reconnection with my cultural psyche,” he said. “But at that time, there was nothing very much here in terms of dance.”

That, though, gave him a chance to become a pioneer, and in 1983, he set up the Sutra Dance Theatre, followed by the Sutra Foundation in 2007 to run educational and community programmes that would cultivate the love for dance and the performing arts.

His career now spans an astounding 40-plus years, with his dance troupe having performed in over 150 cities globally, including in Carnegie Hall in New York, at Singapore’s Esplanade and at the Sydney Opera House.

To Ramli, though, dance isn’t just an art form, wonderful as it is for its ability to transport the audience into another world.

Instead, dance can be a tool for community empowerment.

And towards this end, he devotes much of his energy to Sutra Foundation’s noble work, of which he is justifiably

As captivating as his dancing is, Ramli’s influence goes well beyond the arts, and has had a strong impact in challenging social attitudes, changing perceptions and empowering the marginalised. It’s been quite a journey over four decades. Or in his own words, it has been “a journey of passion, to the limits that it would take me.”

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3 1 RENOWNED FOR ITS PICTURESQUE RICE TERRACES , breathtaking beaches and unique culture, Bali has been on the radar of sun and surf enthusiasts since the 1960s.

While the majority of the island’s first tourists didn’t venture beyond the beachside townships of Sanur and Kuta, this gradually changed as more adventurous visitors discovered new areas that piqued their interest.

One destination that is currently emerging as Bali’s slice of tourist paradise is Canggu, a coastal village with a strip of beaches that run from Seminyak to the iconic temple of Tanah Lot. A perfect mix of verdant greenery, breathtaking coastline, and chic restaurants and bars, it is no wonder that Canggu is fast becoming a magnet for both holidaymakers and expats.

ACTIVITIES Canggu’s ever-growing number of surf camps stands testament to the area’s legendary waves. The Chillhouse is one such establishment. A surf, mountain bike and yoga retreat rolled into one, the camp is perfect for new to intermediate surfers looking to add a little variety to their holiday. The retreat offers full board, as well as International Surfing Association licensed instructors with first-hand knowledge of nearby breaks. Another option in the area is the Lapoint Surf Camp, which offers packages that include accommodation, meals, equipment hire, lessons and a ready-made social scene.

Those who prefer dry land to water-based activities need not fret. Landlubbers wishing to stay active can pop into

2 one of Canggu’s ubiquitous yoga centres such as The Practice Bali, which offers a community-oriented space and a full schedule of classes, where beginners, as well as seasoned yogis and yoginis, can deepen their practice of asana. Yoga Shala, at the nearby Serenity Eco Guesthouse, offers a yoga hall with 270-degree views of rice paddies as well as daily drop-in classes that cater to both newbies and intermediate practitioners. The yoga styles on offer include variations of Vinyasa, Ashtanga and Hatha.

Whether you are a surfer, yoga enthusiast or a sun junkie on holiday, Canggu’s Sunday markets are a must. The open-air Love Anchor Bazaar features fashion from Bali’s up-andcoming designers, tasty snacks, as well as live jams from DJs stationed at a fruit and vegetables stall cum DJ booth.

Those done stuffing their bags can head down the street to the Samadi Sunday Market where farmers and artisans lovingly display their organic produce and wares. The market offers a unique opportunity to sample home-cooked treats and learn about sustainable farming on the island.

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GOURMANDS 1. A Chillhouse instructor giving surfing tips to a student 2. A practice session in progress at Yoga Shala 3. Warung Dandelion's river prawns in lemon and basil sauce 4. Farmers hawking their fresh produce at Samadi's Sunday market 5. Designer fashion at Love Anchor Bazaar

perfect mix of verdant greenery, ‘‘Abreathtaking coastline, and chic

restaurants and bars, it is no wonder that Canggu is fast becoming a magnet for both holidaymakers and expats.

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Food buffs looking for quality Balinese and Indonesian dishes should not miss Warung Dandelion. Overlooking verdant rice paddies, this locally-owned restaurant comes housed in a rustic Javanese joglo (traditional house). While the menu covers favourites including nasi goreng (fried rice) and gado-gado (salad with peanut sauce), it also features more elaborate options such as coconut grilled blue river prawns in lemon and basil sauce. The atmospheric restaurant opens to a garden, complete with an irresistible army of fluffy bunny rabbits.

A couple of blocks away, Gypsy blends an industrial-style interior with high-quality eats and delicious cocktails. The restaurant’s kitchen, which is helmed by a French-Canadian chef, dishes up light and flavoursome fare made from the freshest ingredients. Popular dishes on the compact menu include slow-cooked pork belly, octopus salad and tuna tartare topped with a poached egg.

Farther afield, between Batu Belig Street and Berawa Beach at the southernmost end of Canggu, La Laguna can be a bit tricky to find. However, the journey is well worth the effort as the venue’s secluded location is very much a part of its charm. The quirky venue’s claim to fame includes its colourful vintage gypsy caravans and a 30-metre wooden bridge over an adjacent lagoon. La Laguna’s menu features all-time favourites such as salads, soups and chargrilled delicacies, as well as tapas.

LIBATIONS Housed in a spacious bamboo pavilion on Berawa Beach, Finn’s Beach Club is the latest addition to Canggu’s chic beach bar scene. Laze on a day bed while looking out over

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GOURMANDS Food buffs looking for quality Balinese and Indonesian dishes should not miss Warung Dandelion. Overlooking verdant rice paddies, this locally-owned restaurant comes housed in a rustic Javanese joglo (traditional house). While the menu covers favourites including nasi goreng (fried rice) and gado-gado (salad with peanut sauce), it also features more elaborate options such as coconut grilled blue river prawns in lemon and basil sauce. The atmospheric restaurant opens to a garden, complete with an irresistible army of fluffy bunny rabbits.

A couple of blocks away, Gypsy blends an industrial-style interior with high-quality eats and delicious cocktails. The restaurant’s kitchen, which is helmed by a French-Canadian chef, dishes up light and flavoursome fare made from the freshest ingredients. Popular dishes on the compact menu include slow-cooked pork belly, octopus salad and tuna tartare topped with a poached egg.

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Farther afield, between Batu Belig Street and Berawa Beach at the southernmost end of Canggu, La Laguna can be a bit tricky to find. However, the journey is well worth the effort as the venue’s secluded location is very much a part of its charm. The quirky venue’s claim to fame includes its colourful vintage gypsy caravans and a 30-metre wooden bridge over an adjacent lagoon. La Laguna’s menu features all-time favourites such as salads, soups and chargrilled delicacies, as well as tapas.

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A collection of antique teakwood houses, each refurbished and uniquely decorated, Desa Seni is a tranquil oasis set amid paddy fields and an organic veggie garden. Each of the cottages features a canopied bed, Indonesian artifacts, private porches and a small altar where the staff leaves daily offerings. The mini village comes complete with a saltwater pool and a restaurant that serves organic Indonesian and Mediterranean treats. Keeping in line with Canggu’s new-age vibe, the resort offers regular yoga and meditation classes.

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Those with a penchant for the sleek and modern might wish to station themselves at Morabito Art Villa.

Masterminded by a renowned French architect and interior designer, the villa is an elegant mix of minimalist architecture and Balinese motifs. The seafront property is set on a one-hectare tropical garden, which comes complete with coconut and frangipani trees, a 14-metre pool, three temples, as well as a private beach.

6. Finn's Beach Club features a 30-metre infinity pool with underwater speakers 7. Hotel Tugu's Walter Spies suite; named after the German painter who made Indonesia his home 8. Catch the sunset from Tugu's Calon Arang Bar 9. Warung Dandelion operates out of a traditional Javanese house

Malaysia Airlines operates three times daily flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Denpasar-Bali (DPS), Indonesia

the Indian Ocean, soak in the 30-metre infinity pool (with underwater speakers) or paddle to the swim up bar for a cocktail or two. The venue, which features 180-degree views, has been specifically designed to guarantee sunsets for all guests. Resident DJs usually come onboard at about 4 pm.

Overlooking the surf breaks of the neighbouring Batu Bolong beach, Old Man’s is Canggu’s certified hipster hangout. The all-day beer garden is popular both with expats and travellers, and packs a full house on Dirty Ol’ Wednesdays and Salty Sundays. Paddle in for a beer or choose from Old Man’s selection of bar fare and Asian dishes.

A concept store, restaurant and bar, Deus Ex Machina is hard to miss. Smack bang in the heart of Canggu, the

Travel Tips Bali is safe and reasonably easy to navigate. Nevertheless, here are a few tips to make your trip as close to hassle-free as possible.

• Best time to travel is during

• Bring more than just beachwear,

• As of March 2016, visitors

• Pack a sarong if you wish to visit

the dry season between May and October. from 169 countries are eligible for a free 30-day visa on arrival.

especially if you are considering visiting high-end restaurants and clubs. temples.

• While tipping is not expected, it is always appreciated.

8 surreal structure has been providing motorbike enthusiasts with custom-built two-wheeled machines and branded accessories since 2006. Be sure to stay for drinks, especially if you happen to be there during one of their event nights.

Live Music Sundays, when some of the island’s best take to the stage, always pack a punch. Better still, buy a taco on Taco Tuesday and get a free tattoo with your food (yes, you heard right).

DIGS Hotel Tugu Bali, which showcases over 1,000 antiques, stands in stark contrast to more modern venues overrunning the island. The fact that this is not an ordinary hotel becomes evident from the moment one enters the semi-open reception area that houses a stunning 120-yearold giant statue of the Garuda, a large mythical bird. While most of the hotel’s artifacts come from Indonesia, there is also Dutch memorabilia, harking back to the archipelago’s colonial past. Despite its historical slant, the stylish hotel features all the modern comforts one would expect from a property of this calibre.

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A collection of antique teakwood houses, each refurbished and uniquely decorated, Desa Seni is a tranquil oasis set amid paddy fields and an organic veggie garden. Each of the cottages features a canopied bed, Indonesian artifacts, private porches and a small altar where the staff leaves daily offerings. The mini village comes complete with a saltwater pool and a restaurant that serves organic Indonesian and Mediterranean treats. Keeping in line with Canggu’s new-age vibe, the resort offers regular yoga and meditation classes.

PHOTO FINN'S BEACH CLUB

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Those with a penchant for the sleek and modern might wish to station themselves at Morabito Art Villa.

Masterminded by a renowned French architect and interior designer, the villa is an elegant mix of minimalist architecture and Balinese motifs. The seafront property is set on a one-hectare tropical garden, which comes complete with coconut and frangipani trees, a 14-metre pool, three temples, as well as a private beach.

6. Finn's Beach Club features a 30-metre infinity pool with underwater speakers 7. Hotel Tugu's Walter Spies suite; named after the German painter who made Indonesia his home 8. Catch the sunset from Tugu's Calon Arang Bar 9. Warung Dandelion operates out of a traditional Javanese house

Malaysia Airlines operates three times daily flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Denpasar-Bali (DPS), Indonesia

the Indian Ocean, soak in the 30-metre infinity pool (with underwater speakers) or paddle to the swim up bar for a cocktail or two. The venue, which features 180-degree views, has been specifically designed to guarantee sunsets for all guests. Resident DJs usually come onboard at about 4 pm.

Overlooking the surf breaks of the neighbouring Batu Bolong beach, Old Man’s is Canggu’s certified hipster hangout. The all-day beer garden is popular both with expats and travellers, and packs a full house on Dirty Ol’ Wednesdays and Salty Sundays. Paddle in for a beer or choose from Old Man’s selection of bar fare and Asian dishes.

A concept store, restaurant and bar, Deus Ex Machina is hard to miss. Smack bang in the heart of Canggu, the

Travel Tips Bali is safe and reasonably easy to navigate. Nevertheless, here are a few tips to make your trip as close to hassle-free as possible.

• Best time to travel is during

• Bring more than just beachwear,

• As of March 2016, visitors

• Pack a sarong if you wish to visit

the dry season between May and October. from 169 countries are eligible for a free 30-day visa on arrival.

especially if you are considering visiting high-end restaurants and clubs. temples.

• While tipping is not expected, it is always appreciated.

8 surreal structure has been providing motorbike enthusiasts with custom-built two-wheeled machines and branded accessories since 2006. Be sure to stay for drinks, especially if you happen to be there during one of their event nights.

Live Music Sundays, when some of the island’s best take to the stage, always pack a punch. Better still, buy a taco on Taco Tuesday and get a free tattoo with your food (yes, you heard right).

DIGS Hotel Tugu Bali, which showcases over 1,000 antiques, stands in stark contrast to more modern venues overrunning the island. The fact that this is not an ordinary hotel becomes evident from the moment one enters the semi-open reception area that houses a stunning 120-yearold giant statue of the Garuda, a large mythical bird. While most of the hotel’s artifacts come from Indonesia, there is also Dutch memorabilia, harking back to the archipelago’s colonial past. Despite its historical slant, the stylish hotel features all the modern comforts one would expect from a property of this calibre.

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Festive Fare The Hindu festival of lights, Deepavali, features traditional fare bursting with colours and bold flavours.

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colours, fireworks and alluring food, with age-old traditions prevailing among the Hindu communities in Malaysia.

It is the most important festival that celebrates Lord Krishna’s victory over the demon king Narakasura.

Essentially it is the victory of good over evil, light over darkness – hence the Festival of Lights. The Tamil word “Deepavali” itself means “the way of light”.

On Deepavali, Hindus across Malaysia begin their day with a luxurious oil-massage and bath before performing prayers. The immediate family then gathers for a traditional breakfast of idli, thosai and idiyappam or string hoppers – steamed rice noodle pancakes – served with a light coconut gravy called sothi. These largely grain-based dishes are paired with a variety of chutneys – coconut, onion, tomato and chilli – and sambar, which is a lentil-based curry cooked with spices and vegetables.

Traditionally, as this food would also be offered to deities in temples, it would be completely vegetarian. But most households in Malaysia include a delicious chicken curry and mutton peratal, a dry curry cooked for a longer period to give the final dish a more intense flavour. Mutton is a key ingredient in most Indian celebrations, and it is cooked to perfection in a variety of dishes.

As the day progresses, in typical Malaysian style, houses are ‘opened’ for neighbours, family and friends to visit, and this is where the full plethora of Indian food comes to the fore in its outstanding colours and deep flavours.

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1. Hindus start the morning of Deepavali with a traditional breakfast of idli and idiyappam 2. Savoury snacks are a favourite for munching throughout the day

The hues span the cream ochre of meat kurmas, the turmeric-yellow of dhals and stir-fried vegetables, the rich red chilli-onion of chutneys, and the deep orange of curries that comes from caramelised onions, chillies and spices, lovingly cooked by mothers and grandmothers for generations.

It is a sight to behold and a feast for the senses, especially when paired with fragrant saffron-infused ghee rice.

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3 3. Curry chicken with rice and vegetables 4. Mysore Pak (background) and Kesari (foreground) are popular South Indian sweets for the festive season

Indian sweets and snacks are made mostly of various grain and lentil-based flours – chickpea, rice, semolina, wheat and mung dhal. These ingredients are transformed into morsels of delight with the addition of ghee, milk, sugar, nuts and raisins, all wonderfully steeped in fragrant spices like cardamom, cinnamon, cloves or nutmeg, and my favourite rose water and pandanus leaves.

4 While these dishes might be common in Indian restaurants across the country, they are not usually cooked all the time at home. Deepavali is when the family recipes for celebratory meals are unearthed, cooked and enjoyed together.

On the sideboards of most homes, there will be trays and glass jars of savoury snacks and sweets or palagharam. Womenfolk, especially those in my grandmother’s time, would start preparing their specialities weeks ahead of the festivities.

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The most popular snack is the ubiquitous murukku – the star of Deepavali. Made weeks ahead patiently at home or bought from favourite restaurants, these twisty coils of sometimes prickly, savoury rings are delightfully munched throughout the day with a cup of tea close by.

Making murukku is important business in south Indian families. Many hold dear recipes handed down from generations, and there are varying flavours of murukku in each household. The kitchen or backyard becomes a hive of activity with family members coming together to make murukku. It is also how traditions and recipes are passed on to the next generation.

Murukku is made from rice and urad dhal (black gram) flour mixed with water seasoned with salt, sesame and cumin seeds to produce a dough that is then pushed through a brass or stainless steel mould paired with star-

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shaped or plain circular nozzles to form coils. These are then deep-fried till golden brown and crunchy.

Most homes use a large metal wok heated by charcoal fire to keep the heat even throughout the cooking process.

The fried rings are then kept in jars or tins and sealed with cellophane to keep them safe from prying hands and mouths until the festivities begin.

Another treat made especially during Deepavali is adhirasam, a slightly fiddly dessert created with rice flour, jaggery and ghee. The dough is kept for up to three days to intensify the flavour and ferment a little before it is made

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5. Mutton peratal, an intensely flavourful dry curry 6. Thosai, a pancake made from fermented batter, is best eaten with chutneys or sambar 7. Biryani is one of the traditional Deepavali dishes 8. Sweets are the star of the festive season

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into either flat discs or small doughnut-like rings and fried in hot oil. The flavours of the caramelised raw cane sugar with the fermented rice are so comforting after all the spicy fare throughout the day, and this is usually enjoyed with a cup of masala chai on the side.

Other rich sweets served include pineapple jam tarts and semolina ghee biscuits or sugee biscuits. North Indian favourites also make for a splash of colours on the dessert table – yellow laddoos dotted with raisins and cashew nuts, bright orange jalebis, milky barfis and heavenly fruit halwas.

By nightfall, the curries are warmed up, fresh thosai and idli are served for dinner, and the children get busy playing sparklers, pausing only to cram their mouths full of pakoras and omapodi – another addictive crunchy snack that resembles small strands of fried vermicelli, flavoured with carom seeds. Mixed with groundnuts, fried curry leaves and other small bits of fried lentils, it is fondly referred to in Indian homes as “mixtures”.

Deepavali, like any major Malaysian festival, promises a chance for the extended family to bond over their favourite food, cooked and served with love.

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Cousins from Malaysia’s southern state bring their triedand-tested recipes to the world.

DATIN KALSOM TAIB AND DATIN HAMIDAH ABDUL HAMID

are not celebrity chefs, but they come from a line of exceptional cooks whose recipes, tried and tested over four generations, have culminated in a book that recently won the Best In The World award in the Culinary Heritage category at the 2016 World Gourmand Cookbook Awards.

Johor Palate: Tanjung Puteri Recipes is a book that the ladies have painstakingly produced to showcase the unique flavours and culinary diversity of Johor, peninsular Malaysia’s southernmost state.

It was truly a proud moment for Kalsom and Hamidah to stand onstage in their traditional dress of baju kurungs, carrying the Malaysian flag and saying Terima Kasih (Thank you in Bahasa Malaysia) at the awards ceremony. The World Gourmand Cookbook Awards is a major event, founded in 1995 by Edouard Cointreau of the prominent liqueur families Cointreau, Frapin and Remy Martin, with distinguished jurors adhering to strict criteria.

The contestants they were up against included entrants from France, Germany, the US, South Africa, Luxembourg and host country China, each with their own strengths and uniqueness. Kalsom and Hamidah never expected to win, but the details they worked hard to insert into the book clinched the award for the cousins. The book features not just recipes but snippets of history and background information of some of the dishes, especially on how they came to be regarded as Johorean specialities.

Readers unfamiliar with Johorean cuisine will be surprised to see some Western dishes. But the ladies have included notes and anecdotes on why the dishes are relevant, especially those from the capital, Johor Bahru, or Tanjung Puteri, as it was known in the old days. One such Western dish is the Cocoa Pudding with Custard and Fruit Cocktail,

1 which the authors’ grandmother learned to make from the wife of the British chief of police. It has been a favourite in the households of Johor’s Malay elite since then.

In order to show the diversity of the state’s cuisine, Kalsom and Hamidah sought recipes from acquaintances, including from the sister of the current Sultan of Johor, Her Highness Tunku Kamariah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah Binti Almarhum Sultan Iskandar, who contributed recipes for fruitcake and other dishes from the royal palace.

1. A sampling of the mouthwatering dishes from the cookbook 2. The cousins who made Johor proud, Kalsom (on the right) and Hamidah

Being avid collectors of recipes since they were young, Kalsom and Hamidah had amassed a sizeable number gleaned from their grandmother, aunts and cooks who worked in their households. And as it transpired, both had plans to publish the recipes in a book.

“One day we were talking and found out that we both had similar ideas for publishing a recipe book. As it turned out, we had many similar recipes from family favourites, so we decided to work together to publish one book,” Kalsom explained.

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Cousins from Malaysia’s southern state bring their triedand-tested recipes to the world.

DATIN KALSOM TAIB AND DATIN HAMIDAH ABDUL HAMID

are not celebrity chefs, but they come from a line of exceptional cooks whose recipes, tried and tested over four generations, have culminated in a book that recently won the Best In The World award in the Culinary Heritage category at the 2016 World Gourmand Cookbook Awards.

Johor Palate: Tanjung Puteri Recipes is a book that the ladies have painstakingly produced to showcase the unique flavours and culinary diversity of Johor, peninsular Malaysia’s southernmost state.

It was truly a proud moment for Kalsom and Hamidah to stand onstage in their traditional dress of baju kurungs, carrying the Malaysian flag and saying Terima Kasih (Thank you in Bahasa Malaysia) at the awards ceremony. The World Gourmand Cookbook Awards is a major event, founded in 1995 by Edouard Cointreau of the prominent liqueur families Cointreau, Frapin and Remy Martin, with distinguished jurors adhering to strict criteria.

The contestants they were up against included entrants from France, Germany, the US, South Africa, Luxembourg and host country China, each with their own strengths and uniqueness. Kalsom and Hamidah never expected to win, but the details they worked hard to insert into the book clinched the award for the cousins. The book features not just recipes but snippets of history and background information of some of the dishes, especially on how they came to be regarded as Johorean specialities.

Readers unfamiliar with Johorean cuisine will be surprised to see some Western dishes. But the ladies have included notes and anecdotes on why the dishes are relevant, especially those from the capital, Johor Bahru, or Tanjung Puteri, as it was known in the old days. One such Western dish is the Cocoa Pudding with Custard and Fruit Cocktail,

1 which the authors’ grandmother learned to make from the wife of the British chief of police. It has been a favourite in the households of Johor’s Malay elite since then.

In order to show the diversity of the state’s cuisine, Kalsom and Hamidah sought recipes from acquaintances, including from the sister of the current Sultan of Johor, Her Highness Tunku Kamariah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah Binti Almarhum Sultan Iskandar, who contributed recipes for fruitcake and other dishes from the royal palace.

1. A sampling of the mouthwatering dishes from the cookbook 2. The cousins who made Johor proud, Kalsom (on the right) and Hamidah

Being avid collectors of recipes since they were young, Kalsom and Hamidah had amassed a sizeable number gleaned from their grandmother, aunts and cooks who worked in their households. And as it transpired, both had plans to publish the recipes in a book.

“One day we were talking and found out that we both had similar ideas for publishing a recipe book. As it turned out, we had many similar recipes from family favourites, so we decided to work together to publish one book,” Kalsom explained.

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When Kalsom and Hamidah started the project, both only wanted to pass on their beloved recipes to the next generation.

Now that it’s been completed, there is relief followed by satisfaction, knowing they will leave a legacy not just of their cuisine but also of their family heritage and history.

Cook Like A Chef The authors share a simplified recipe for Laksa Johor, said to be the most difficult of all Malaysian laksas to cook.

INGREDIENTS:

3 tbs tamarind paste 3cm shrimp paste 4-5 tbs kerisik paste (toasted and ground coconut gratings) Handful of Vietnamese mint

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Handful of Thai basil leaves ½ tbs pepper

1.5 litres water

2 tbs sugar

300g medium prawns

Salt to taste

800g wolf herring

2 boxes of spaghetti

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5-6 tbsp fish curry powder 3 tbs chilli puree 4 stalks lemongrass, crushed

For the gravy, blend the following in a food processor: 20 shallots 1 bulb garlic 9cm galangal 10cm ginger

500ml coconut cream

4 stalks thinly sliced lemongrass

2 cups water

2 cups water

STEPS:

1. In a pot, bring the water to

boil. Add prawns, remove and shell once cooked. Set aside.

2. In the same pot, boil the

fish until cooked. Remove, debone and flake. Strain the stock.

3. Blend the fish bones with a little fish stock and strain into a deep pot placed on the stove.

4. Liquidise the fish, prawns

and coconut gratings with the strained stock. Pour into the pot with any excess stock.

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5. Grind the dried shrimp and flaked salted fish and set aside.

6. Heat oil in a pan and sauté the ground spice paste, curry paste, chilli puree, dried shrimp and salted threadfin with lemongrass over low heat until fragrant and the oil separates. Stir in some stock and then pour into the pot. Add any excess stock available.

7. Slowly add the coconut

cream and remaining ingredients, stirring constantly. Slowly boil on low heat for 1.5 to 2 hours until oil appears on the surface and the gravy is well combined.

Add a little hot water if the gravy is too thick.

Serve with cooked spaghetti and accompaniments of bean sprouts, finely sliced onions, julienned peeled cucumber, pickled radish, finely chopped Thai basil and Vietnamese mint leaves, halved calamansi limes for squeezing over the dish, and sambal belacan (a chilli condiment).

However, it wasn’t just a case of compiling recipes and having them printed out. For one, Hamidah had to test out all 240 recipes to find the exact measurements of the ingredients for each dish. This was because cooks in the olden days would simply throw in ingredients such as salt or sugar guided by instinct or familiarity with a recipe, or they might refer to a container such as a bowl or a cup, but there would be no way of knowing how big or small the bowl or cup was. “Imagine, there were recipes that called for ‘one whisky bottle of oil’ – which whisky bottle did they mean?” Hamidah said.

Because of the tedious work involved, Hamidah almost gave up at one point, as did Kalsom, who would be in front of the computer as soon as she woke up, and would not stop except to bathe, pray and eat.

“It was tough doing the book – especially involving 240 recipes,” said Kalsom. “We set very high standards and were too ambitious. We collapsed and had to take a break of about three to four months before we came back refreshed, recharged and finally able to finish the book.” It took them two and a half years to produce the book.

Winning the award made all the sweat and tears worth it, especially as the ladies wanted to win the award for their home state of Johor, the Sultan and the Queen, Her Royal Highness Raja Zarith Sofiah binti Almarhum Sultan Idris Shah, who wrote the foreword, and their sponsor, Johor Corp.

3. The recipe book took two and a half years to produce 4. Preparing the noodles for Laksa Johor 5. The cocoa pudding with custard and fruit cocktail is a favourite in the households of Johor's Malay elite

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When Kalsom and Hamidah started the project, both only wanted to pass on their beloved recipes to the next generation.

Now that it’s been completed, there is relief followed by satisfaction, knowing they will leave a legacy not just of their cuisine but also of their family heritage and history.

Cook Like A Chef The authors share a simplified recipe for Laksa Johor, said to be the most difficult of all Malaysian laksas to cook.

INGREDIENTS:

3 tbs tamarind paste 3cm shrimp paste 4-5 tbs kerisik paste (toasted and ground coconut gratings) Handful of Vietnamese mint

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Handful of Thai basil leaves ½ tbs pepper

1.5 litres water

2 tbs sugar

300g medium prawns

Salt to taste

800g wolf herring

2 boxes of spaghetti

½ cup grated coconut 70g dried shrimp, soaked until soft 70g salted threadfin, soaked until soft and flaked 1 cup cooking oil goingplacesmagazine.com / 60 / October 2016

5-6 tbsp fish curry powder 3 tbs chilli puree 4 stalks lemongrass, crushed

For the gravy, blend the following in a food processor: 20 shallots 1 bulb garlic 9cm galangal 10cm ginger

500ml coconut cream

4 stalks thinly sliced lemongrass

2 cups water

2 cups water

STEPS:

1. In a pot, bring the water to

boil. Add prawns, remove and shell once cooked. Set aside.

2. In the same pot, boil the

fish until cooked. Remove, debone and flake. Strain the stock.

3. Blend the fish bones with a little fish stock and strain into a deep pot placed on the stove.

4. Liquidise the fish, prawns

and coconut gratings with the strained stock. Pour into the pot with any excess stock.

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5. Grind the dried shrimp and flaked salted fish and set aside.

6. Heat oil in a pan and sauté the ground spice paste, curry paste, chilli puree, dried shrimp and salted threadfin with lemongrass over low heat until fragrant and the oil separates. Stir in some stock and then pour into the pot. Add any excess stock available.

7. Slowly add the coconut

cream and remaining ingredients, stirring constantly. Slowly boil on low heat for 1.5 to 2 hours until oil appears on the surface and the gravy is well combined.

Add a little hot water if the gravy is too thick.

Serve with cooked spaghetti and accompaniments of bean sprouts, finely sliced onions, julienned peeled cucumber, pickled radish, finely chopped Thai basil and Vietnamese mint leaves, halved calamansi limes for squeezing over the dish, and sambal belacan (a chilli condiment).

However, it wasn’t just a case of compiling recipes and having them printed out. For one, Hamidah had to test out all 240 recipes to find the exact measurements of the ingredients for each dish. This was because cooks in the olden days would simply throw in ingredients such as salt or sugar guided by instinct or familiarity with a recipe, or they might refer to a container such as a bowl or a cup, but there would be no way of knowing how big or small the bowl or cup was. “Imagine, there were recipes that called for ‘one whisky bottle of oil’ – which whisky bottle did they mean?” Hamidah said.

Because of the tedious work involved, Hamidah almost gave up at one point, as did Kalsom, who would be in front of the computer as soon as she woke up, and would not stop except to bathe, pray and eat.

“It was tough doing the book – especially involving 240 recipes,” said Kalsom. “We set very high standards and were too ambitious. We collapsed and had to take a break of about three to four months before we came back refreshed, recharged and finally able to finish the book.” It took them two and a half years to produce the book.

Winning the award made all the sweat and tears worth it, especially as the ladies wanted to win the award for their home state of Johor, the Sultan and the Queen, Her Royal Highness Raja Zarith Sofiah binti Almarhum Sultan Idris Shah, who wrote the foreword, and their sponsor, Johor Corp.

3. The recipe book took two and a half years to produce 4. Preparing the noodles for Laksa Johor 5. The cocoa pudding with custard and fruit cocktail is a favourite in the households of Johor's Malay elite

Facial Spas

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1 & 3. Caudalie's skincare products and treatments use the powerful properties of vine and grape extracts 2. Natural ingredients used in Caudalie's indulgent treatments

IF YOUR SKIN IS SHOWING a little less than its optimal glow, consider an indulgent facial. Few things are more pampering for the skin than the work of a good therapist, quality products and perfected techniques. From grape therapy to intense hydrating solutions, we highlight a few luxury treatments in the Klang Valley that will have you looking radiant in the city.

French brand, Caudalie, is famous for its use of the powerful properties of grapes in its products and subsequently, its beauty treatments. Founded in the heart of wine country, Bordeaux, it harnesses the exceptional antioxidant and anti-aging properties from vine and grape extracts to produce safe and high-quality skincare.

Amongst its best-sellers is the refreshing grape water and the instant skin pick-me-up Beauty Elixir. With these products in line, it follows that the facial treatments should be equally indulgent.

Pamper your skin with a luxury facial treatment.

PHOTO GETTY IMAGES

Skin Therapy

“These days, customers prefer to be in an atmosphere that is sensational, where they can enjoy the entire process from a simple personal touch to the luxurious skincare products offered. The products speak for themselves.

Customers not only can see the results but indulge in the products that offer the best texture and scent, as well as the inspirations behind them. It is to experience the uniqueness where the senses are indulged, bodies soothed and souls regenerated,” says Hubert Hoi, Caudalie’s head of training in Malaysia.

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Situated in Bangsar Shopping Centre, the Caudalie boutique spa offers a calming experience from the get-go. After a consultation with the beauty therapist, she suggested the Vinoperfect Radiance Facial for my stressed-out skin from constant travel, exposure to sun and dehydration. Having been almost constantly on the move the last few months, my beauty regime had been put in the backseat to just the bare minimum and my skin was showing the toll. The treatment is said to offer instant radiance for dull, tired skin while correcting uneven complexion.

The facial was indeed pampering, complete with a sculpting massage with warm and cool basalt stones slathered with Regenerating Concentrate to increase the skin’s luminosity.

During the Enzymatic Peel Mask, the therapist remained in the room to give a gentle hand and arm massage that

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Words Summer Tan Photography SooPhye

Facial Spas

/ Trendspotting

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goingplacesmagazine.com / 62 / October 2016

1 & 3. Caudalie's skincare products and treatments use the powerful properties of vine and grape extracts 2. Natural ingredients used in Caudalie's indulgent treatments

IF YOUR SKIN IS SHOWING a little less than its optimal glow, consider an indulgent facial. Few things are more pampering for the skin than the work of a good therapist, quality products and perfected techniques. From grape therapy to intense hydrating solutions, we highlight a few luxury treatments in the Klang Valley that will have you looking radiant in the city.

French brand, Caudalie, is famous for its use of the powerful properties of grapes in its products and subsequently, its beauty treatments. Founded in the heart of wine country, Bordeaux, it harnesses the exceptional antioxidant and anti-aging properties from vine and grape extracts to produce safe and high-quality skincare.

Amongst its best-sellers is the refreshing grape water and the instant skin pick-me-up Beauty Elixir. With these products in line, it follows that the facial treatments should be equally indulgent.

Pamper your skin with a luxury facial treatment.

PHOTO GETTY IMAGES

Skin Therapy

“These days, customers prefer to be in an atmosphere that is sensational, where they can enjoy the entire process from a simple personal touch to the luxurious skincare products offered. The products speak for themselves.

Customers not only can see the results but indulge in the products that offer the best texture and scent, as well as the inspirations behind them. It is to experience the uniqueness where the senses are indulged, bodies soothed and souls regenerated,” says Hubert Hoi, Caudalie’s head of training in Malaysia.

3

Situated in Bangsar Shopping Centre, the Caudalie boutique spa offers a calming experience from the get-go. After a consultation with the beauty therapist, she suggested the Vinoperfect Radiance Facial for my stressed-out skin from constant travel, exposure to sun and dehydration. Having been almost constantly on the move the last few months, my beauty regime had been put in the backseat to just the bare minimum and my skin was showing the toll. The treatment is said to offer instant radiance for dull, tired skin while correcting uneven complexion.

The facial was indeed pampering, complete with a sculpting massage with warm and cool basalt stones slathered with Regenerating Concentrate to increase the skin’s luminosity.

During the Enzymatic Peel Mask, the therapist remained in the room to give a gentle hand and arm massage that

goingplacesmagazine.com / 63 / October 2016

Words Summer Tan Photography SooPhye

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Facial Spas

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4 & 5 & 6. The warm and relaxing Jurlique spa in Mid Valley Megamall 7 & 8. Clarins has a range of highly personalised and effective facials called Tri-Active Facials 9 & 10. Sothy's Hydra3Ha Intensive Treatment is perfect to revitalise tired and dehydrated skin

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almost sent me to sleep. All throughout the therapist was generous in applying grape water and the Beauty Elixir in between steps. The final application of the Vinoperfect Radiance Serum meant that I stepped out of the spa with quite the glow on my face. By the evening, the complexion did seem noticeably brighter and more even.

The trick with facials is that in order to see longer-lasting and better results, it requires commitment. For my skin, subjected as it were to life’s stresses, I was advised to go for a facial once in two weeks until my skin was operating at a more optimum level, after which I could cut back to a treatment a month for maintenance.

“My advice for someone to get the best from their facials is to have a healthy skin regimen at home. This will further maintain their treatments,” says Hoi. S127, Level 2 Bangsar Shopping Centre, Bukit Bandaraya, Kuala Lumpur. +603-2095 0001

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Few things are more pampering for the skin than the work of a good therapist, quality products and perfected techniques.

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Hailing from Australia, Jurlique specialises in natural botanical-based skincare. There is plenty to enjoy at their warm and relaxing spa in Mid Valley Megamall. Using their organic and natural spa line, they offer a complete skin-pampering facial, including a neck, shoulder and hand massage during mask application. If your skin is feeling under the weather, opt for the Signature Revitalising Facial, designed to moisturise and nourish the skin with beautifying plant extracts and antioxidants.

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Clarins has launched a new batch of highly personalised and effective facials called the Tri-Active Facials. There are six new treatments, tailored to suit different skin types and needs. Whether your skin is in need of a radiance booster or a drenching of moisture, the therapist will help you choose the treatment that suits you best, aided by all-natural spa products.

For the latest luxurious offerings, there is the Nutri-Define Facial Treatment, using Jurlique’s new anti-ageing range and incorporating unique facial techniques for contouring and defining. The 105-minute massage uses precious stones to help alternate between cooling and warming the skin, which will leave it feeling replenished and revitalised.

Top on the list is the Total V Face Shaper, perfect for days when your face feels puffy. It’s a high-performance contouring treatment that will help to refine, lift and firm the skin, giving your face better definition. It’ll also help reduce the look of a double chin.

Hydration is crucial for good, healthy skin. So for days when your skin is looking tired and lacking moisture, Sothys’ Hydra3Ha Intensive Treatment should sort you out. With this treatment, you will be luxuriating your skin in almost two hours of continuous hydration boosted with triple hyaluronic acid, the latest development from Sothys. The treatment starts by prepping the skin with an exfoliation before nourishing it with a ceramides omega-infused serum.

Next comes a triple mask to regenerate and plump up the skin, before a final layer of serum loaded with hyaluronic acid to envelop and smooth out the skin. For this ultimate in moisture immersion, Sothys has several outlets in the Klang Valley and across the country, including men’s-only spas.

S010, 2nd Floor North Court, Mid Valley Megamall, Mid Valley City, Kuala Lumpur. +603-2202 1163

401C, 4th Floor Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur. +603-2382 6800

1F-10, 1st Floor, Bangsar Village II, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur. +603-2287 8128

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4 & 5 & 6. The warm and relaxing Jurlique spa in Mid Valley Megamall 7 & 8. Clarins has a range of highly personalised and effective facials called Tri-Active Facials 9 & 10. Sothy's Hydra3Ha Intensive Treatment is perfect to revitalise tired and dehydrated skin

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almost sent me to sleep. All throughout the therapist was generous in applying grape water and the Beauty Elixir in between steps. The final application of the Vinoperfect Radiance Serum meant that I stepped out of the spa with quite the glow on my face. By the evening, the complexion did seem noticeably brighter and more even.

The trick with facials is that in order to see longer-lasting and better results, it requires commitment. For my skin, subjected as it were to life’s stresses, I was advised to go for a facial once in two weeks until my skin was operating at a more optimum level, after which I could cut back to a treatment a month for maintenance.

“My advice for someone to get the best from their facials is to have a healthy skin regimen at home. This will further maintain their treatments,” says Hoi. S127, Level 2 Bangsar Shopping Centre, Bukit Bandaraya, Kuala Lumpur. +603-2095 0001

‘‘

Few things are more pampering for the skin than the work of a good therapist, quality products and perfected techniques.

‚‚

Hailing from Australia, Jurlique specialises in natural botanical-based skincare. There is plenty to enjoy at their warm and relaxing spa in Mid Valley Megamall. Using their organic and natural spa line, they offer a complete skin-pampering facial, including a neck, shoulder and hand massage during mask application. If your skin is feeling under the weather, opt for the Signature Revitalising Facial, designed to moisturise and nourish the skin with beautifying plant extracts and antioxidants.

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Clarins has launched a new batch of highly personalised and effective facials called the Tri-Active Facials. There are six new treatments, tailored to suit different skin types and needs. Whether your skin is in need of a radiance booster or a drenching of moisture, the therapist will help you choose the treatment that suits you best, aided by all-natural spa products.

For the latest luxurious offerings, there is the Nutri-Define Facial Treatment, using Jurlique’s new anti-ageing range and incorporating unique facial techniques for contouring and defining. The 105-minute massage uses precious stones to help alternate between cooling and warming the skin, which will leave it feeling replenished and revitalised.

Top on the list is the Total V Face Shaper, perfect for days when your face feels puffy. It’s a high-performance contouring treatment that will help to refine, lift and firm the skin, giving your face better definition. It’ll also help reduce the look of a double chin.

Hydration is crucial for good, healthy skin. So for days when your skin is looking tired and lacking moisture, Sothys’ Hydra3Ha Intensive Treatment should sort you out. With this treatment, you will be luxuriating your skin in almost two hours of continuous hydration boosted with triple hyaluronic acid, the latest development from Sothys. The treatment starts by prepping the skin with an exfoliation before nourishing it with a ceramides omega-infused serum.

Next comes a triple mask to regenerate and plump up the skin, before a final layer of serum loaded with hyaluronic acid to envelop and smooth out the skin. For this ultimate in moisture immersion, Sothys has several outlets in the Klang Valley and across the country, including men’s-only spas.

S010, 2nd Floor North Court, Mid Valley Megamall, Mid Valley City, Kuala Lumpur. +603-2202 1163

401C, 4th Floor Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur. +603-2382 6800

1F-10, 1st Floor, Bangsar Village II, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur. +603-2287 8128

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Bread Programme

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2 1. The programme has extended its reach beyond Kuala Lumpur but a more sustainable one is needed in other states 2. Bread and pastries are collected and delivered five days a week

Casting Bread Upon The Waters Roti 1Malaysia delivers quality bread to underprivileged communities.

AS A JUDGE OF THE Hospitality Asia Platinum Awards (HAPA), Dato’ Anne Eu made the rounds at the kitchens of five-star hotels to inspect the level of cleanliness, food preparation, and work flow. But she couldn’t help noticing the large amount of surplus bread and pastries. The hotels have to ensure they have enough to feed their customers but they also have to serve fresh batches daily, so they make a lot of bread everyday but there are still leftovers by day’s end.

Seeing the loaves gave Eu an idea. “I usually buy my bread in the afternoon, sometimes later in the evening, and I keep it for breakfast the next morning,” she says. “It is still edible the next day.” She decided that good food shouldn’t go to waste and approached her friends in the hotel food and beverage industry to find out if she could acquire the surplus bread. “The hotels serve quality breads such as croissants, muffins, and Danish pastries, which cost more than USD2.50 (RM10) each. So I started a programme to collect all these five-star breads to share with the underprivileged.”

Roti 1Malaysia is a private sector initiative that Eu started with her friends. The name was inspired by the Malaysian government’s programme to promote national unity. “I really like the slogan 1Malaysia. To me, it means inclusive of everyone regardless of race, creed, and religion,” enthuses Eu. The word roti – which Malaysians know as bread - was also selected for its universal appeal.

“Chinese, Indians, and Malays all use the word roti. It’s a common and comforting word. We all have roti for breakfast one time or other.”

Roti 1Malaysia collects excess bread and pastries from various five-star hotels in the greater Kuala Lumpur area and delivers them to underprivileged communities five days a week. When the programme started in 2011, it delivered bread only to homes registered with the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development. These included orphanages, old folks’ homes, and homes for the disabled. As word about Roti 1Malaysia spread, other homes and communities requested to participate. “We don’t differentiate between registered and non-registered homes. If they come to us and we see a need, we will fulfill it,” says Eu, adding that the programme has also provided bread to children in refugee communities as well as to prison inmates in conjunction with Father’s Day. Furthermore, Roti 1Malaysia has extended its reach beyond the Klang Valley. A Roti For Sabah programme was launched in 2014. While the programme is based in Kota Kinabalu, the capital of Malaysia’s Sabah state in Borneo, it also delivers bread to the rural areas of Sabah.

Roti 1Malaysia also implements projects outside the Klang

We don't differentiate ‘‘between registered and

non-registered homes.

If they come to us and we see a need, we will fulfill it.

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Valley as a one-off event. These projects are usually larger in scale and involve more than delivering just bread. “We visited the Orang Asli (indigenous people) community in Kedah state, which was fantastic,” says Eu. Aside from food items such as bread, rice, and cooking oil, the programme also brought rice cookers and water filters for the community.

Although she would like Roti 1Malaysia to run on a regular basis in other states as well, Eu says she doesn’t have the resources to do it on her own. “In the Klang Valley, I have contacts in the hospitality industry and friends in the corporate sector who also run their own businesses.” She points out that a state like Kedah may not have enough big hotels to sustain the programme. “It’s hard to expand when I don’t have a local network but if anyone can launch similar Roti programmes in other states, I would gladly support them. For instance, Sabah is doing well with the programme as they have a few resorts and hotel groups there, and I have corporate friends over there.”

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Words Najua Ismail Photography courtesy of Roti 1Malaysia

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Bread Programme

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2 1. The programme has extended its reach beyond Kuala Lumpur but a more sustainable one is needed in other states 2. Bread and pastries are collected and delivered five days a week

Casting Bread Upon The Waters Roti 1Malaysia delivers quality bread to underprivileged communities.

AS A JUDGE OF THE Hospitality Asia Platinum Awards (HAPA), Dato’ Anne Eu made the rounds at the kitchens of five-star hotels to inspect the level of cleanliness, food preparation, and work flow. But she couldn’t help noticing the large amount of surplus bread and pastries. The hotels have to ensure they have enough to feed their customers but they also have to serve fresh batches daily, so they make a lot of bread everyday but there are still leftovers by day’s end.

Seeing the loaves gave Eu an idea. “I usually buy my bread in the afternoon, sometimes later in the evening, and I keep it for breakfast the next morning,” she says. “It is still edible the next day.” She decided that good food shouldn’t go to waste and approached her friends in the hotel food and beverage industry to find out if she could acquire the surplus bread. “The hotels serve quality breads such as croissants, muffins, and Danish pastries, which cost more than USD2.50 (RM10) each. So I started a programme to collect all these five-star breads to share with the underprivileged.”

Roti 1Malaysia is a private sector initiative that Eu started with her friends. The name was inspired by the Malaysian government’s programme to promote national unity. “I really like the slogan 1Malaysia. To me, it means inclusive of everyone regardless of race, creed, and religion,” enthuses Eu. The word roti – which Malaysians know as bread - was also selected for its universal appeal.

“Chinese, Indians, and Malays all use the word roti. It’s a common and comforting word. We all have roti for breakfast one time or other.”

Roti 1Malaysia collects excess bread and pastries from various five-star hotels in the greater Kuala Lumpur area and delivers them to underprivileged communities five days a week. When the programme started in 2011, it delivered bread only to homes registered with the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development. These included orphanages, old folks’ homes, and homes for the disabled. As word about Roti 1Malaysia spread, other homes and communities requested to participate. “We don’t differentiate between registered and non-registered homes. If they come to us and we see a need, we will fulfill it,” says Eu, adding that the programme has also provided bread to children in refugee communities as well as to prison inmates in conjunction with Father’s Day. Furthermore, Roti 1Malaysia has extended its reach beyond the Klang Valley. A Roti For Sabah programme was launched in 2014. While the programme is based in Kota Kinabalu, the capital of Malaysia’s Sabah state in Borneo, it also delivers bread to the rural areas of Sabah.

Roti 1Malaysia also implements projects outside the Klang

We don't differentiate ‘‘between registered and

non-registered homes.

If they come to us and we see a need, we will fulfill it.

‚‚

Valley as a one-off event. These projects are usually larger in scale and involve more than delivering just bread. “We visited the Orang Asli (indigenous people) community in Kedah state, which was fantastic,” says Eu. Aside from food items such as bread, rice, and cooking oil, the programme also brought rice cookers and water filters for the community.

Although she would like Roti 1Malaysia to run on a regular basis in other states as well, Eu says she doesn’t have the resources to do it on her own. “In the Klang Valley, I have contacts in the hospitality industry and friends in the corporate sector who also run their own businesses.” She points out that a state like Kedah may not have enough big hotels to sustain the programme. “It’s hard to expand when I don’t have a local network but if anyone can launch similar Roti programmes in other states, I would gladly support them. For instance, Sabah is doing well with the programme as they have a few resorts and hotel groups there, and I have corporate friends over there.”

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Words Najua Ismail Photography courtesy of Roti 1Malaysia

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3 Time, effort, and money are the key ingredients for a successful long-term charity project, says Eu, which is why she manages Roti 1Malaysia like a corporate organisation.

The programme was started with seed money from Eu and her friends in the corporate sector. From the get-go, she insisted that it would have a proper brand identity and adhere to health and safety standards. “I do not want it to be a slipshod effort so we made sure that the boxes that hold our bread meet food standards and that we have dedicated vans with the Roti logo on it.” While the programme is implemented by volunteers, there is a fulltime coordinator to oversee the scheduling and logistics of bread delivery.

“The van drivers tell me when they go to the kitchens of the hotels, the kitchen staff will shout ‘Roti is here!’ and come scurrying out with the boxes of bread,” says Eu with a laugh. She adds that she would love to be involved in more on-the-ground activities. She participated in a jungle trekking expedition to bring food and other items to the rural communities in Sabah and Kedah. “We went prepared but it’s not something we were used to,” she chuckles. “We are city girls but at the end of the day, if you want to reach out to the people, you just have to roll up your sleeves and get the work done.”

Roti 1Malaysia has approximately 40 to 50 volunteers and Eu says she would like to see more youths, especially

4 university students get involved. “They are the future leaders of the country and the programme can help inculcate the value of charity in them.” Roti 1Malaysia has been enlightening for all volunteers, she maintains, as it has fostered a sense of camaraderie among them and opened up their hearts to other communities. “My personal motto is: life is not measured by the wealth we own, nor the number of years we live; instead our lives should be measured by the number of hearts we touch and the difference we have made in the lives of the underprivileged,” she concludes.

3. The charity bread programme is the brainchild of Eu (seated in the middle) 4. The programme has 40-50 volunteers

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Perusahaan Serbuk Rempah

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Teks Alexandra Wong Foto SooPhye Terjemahan Yeo Li Shian

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Legenda Rempah Bermula sebagai pembekal rempah bergerak, Santha Store Flour Mill kini menjadi syarikat tempatan kebanggaan ramai.

1. Rangkaian produk Santha kini mencecah lebih 100 jenis Santha now produces more than 100 types of food products 2. Dr TVK Balakrishnan telah merangka pelbagai pemasaran moden yang memastikan kejayaan Santha Dr TVK Balakrishnan drove many of the modernisation efforts to ensure Santha's success 3. Process memisah dan menyusun kunyit A worker sorting out turmeric

BARANGKALI HANYA SEGELINTIR ORANG-ORANG LAMA

yang sedar tentang perkara ini. Raja rempah tersohor dari Negeri Sembilan, mendiang Vallison Raman asalnya adalah seorang guru.

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Setiap kali, jika ada masa terluang, Vallison akan menghantar bekalan produk rempah ke rumah rakanrakannya. Sedikit demi sedikit, beliau mula jatuh hati dengan perusahaan rempah. Maka tidak hairanlah apabila rakannya ingin melepaskan perniagaan tersebut, Vallison dengan pantas merebut peluang tersebut.

Hanya bermodalkan RM50, Vallison berusaha mendapatkan sebuah mesin pengisar selain menyewa kedai di pekan Rantau yang terpencil. Dari situ, bermulalah kerjayanya sebagai pembekal rempah ratus campuran kepada kedaikedai kopi dan runcit mengikut kehendak pelanggan. Selain memproses rempah, kilang kecilnya turut menawarkan satu perkhidmatan khas untuk suri rumahtangga.

Setiap pagi, kilang Vallison akan dibanjiri oleh suri rumah yang berbaris panjang menanti giliran untuk mengisar beg-beg rempah pilihan masing-masing. Mereka datang membawa bekalan cili, bawang merah dan bijirin sendiri. “Mata saya pedih setiap kali terkena rembesan gas daripada cili dan serbuk warna-warni yang memenuhi udara,� kenang Mathubala, anak perempuan sulung Vallison.

Apabila perniagaannya semakin laris, Vallison mula menggantikan kereta lamanya satu demi satu. Bermula dengan kereta Morris Minor, Volkswagen sehinggalah kepada van Mercedes Benz. Selain menerima tempahan awal daripada pelanggan, kenderaan tersebut turut berfungsi sebagai kedai runcit bergerak ketika membuat penghantaran stok.

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Perusahaan Serbuk Rempah

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Teks Alexandra Wong Foto SooPhye Terjemahan Yeo Li Shian

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Legenda Rempah Bermula sebagai pembekal rempah bergerak, Santha Store Flour Mill kini menjadi syarikat tempatan kebanggaan ramai.

1. Rangkaian produk Santha kini mencecah lebih 100 jenis Santha now produces more than 100 types of food products 2. Dr TVK Balakrishnan telah merangka pelbagai pemasaran moden yang memastikan kejayaan Santha Dr TVK Balakrishnan drove many of the modernisation efforts to ensure Santha's success 3. Process memisah dan menyusun kunyit A worker sorting out turmeric

BARANGKALI HANYA SEGELINTIR ORANG-ORANG LAMA

yang sedar tentang perkara ini. Raja rempah tersohor dari Negeri Sembilan, mendiang Vallison Raman asalnya adalah seorang guru.

3

Setiap kali, jika ada masa terluang, Vallison akan menghantar bekalan produk rempah ke rumah rakanrakannya. Sedikit demi sedikit, beliau mula jatuh hati dengan perusahaan rempah. Maka tidak hairanlah apabila rakannya ingin melepaskan perniagaan tersebut, Vallison dengan pantas merebut peluang tersebut.

Hanya bermodalkan RM50, Vallison berusaha mendapatkan sebuah mesin pengisar selain menyewa kedai di pekan Rantau yang terpencil. Dari situ, bermulalah kerjayanya sebagai pembekal rempah ratus campuran kepada kedaikedai kopi dan runcit mengikut kehendak pelanggan. Selain memproses rempah, kilang kecilnya turut menawarkan satu perkhidmatan khas untuk suri rumahtangga.

Setiap pagi, kilang Vallison akan dibanjiri oleh suri rumah yang berbaris panjang menanti giliran untuk mengisar beg-beg rempah pilihan masing-masing. Mereka datang membawa bekalan cili, bawang merah dan bijirin sendiri. “Mata saya pedih setiap kali terkena rembesan gas daripada cili dan serbuk warna-warni yang memenuhi udara,� kenang Mathubala, anak perempuan sulung Vallison.

Apabila perniagaannya semakin laris, Vallison mula menggantikan kereta lamanya satu demi satu. Bermula dengan kereta Morris Minor, Volkswagen sehinggalah kepada van Mercedes Benz. Selain menerima tempahan awal daripada pelanggan, kenderaan tersebut turut berfungsi sebagai kedai runcit bergerak ketika membuat penghantaran stok.

Warisan / Perusahaan Serbuk Rempah

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Selain itu, beberapa produk utama seperti garam masala dan tepung muruku pula masih dihasilkan daripada pengisar tradisional yang diwarisi sejak penubuhan Santha. “Berbeza dengan mesin pengisar kilang yang menghancur sehingga lumat, proses pembebasan haba ini dapat mengekalkan tekstur, aroma dan minyak semula jadi rempah,” jelas Dr Balakrishnan.

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Selepas sesi lawatan berakhir, isterinya Mathubala tampil menghidangkan kami sebiji kek vegan yang diperbuat daripada bahan khas – tepung atta. Tepung atta cukup sinonim dengan pembuatan capati. “Rempah India bukan sekadar penambah perisa tetapi juga bahan serbaguna,” tambahnya dengan teruja.

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“Pelanggan adalah keutamaan Santha dalam menerokai pelbagai kaedah baharu dan menarik menerusi penggunaan rempah tradisional,” ujar Dr Balakrishnan. Tambahnya lagi, “Kami yakin kesinambungan perusahaan ini terletak pada keseimbangan antara pelaksanaan kaedah moden dan tradisi lama.”

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Kemudian, beliau mengambil keputusan untuk membeli sebuah ladang getah yang belum pernah diterokai di Seremban pada tahun 1979. Percaturan strategik tersebut akhirnya membuahkan hasil apabila premis syarikat dan kediaman keluarganya kini bertempat di lokasi seluas 2.4 ekar tersebut.

Bermula dengan penjualan serbuk cili dan kari daging terkemukanya, Santha kini merupakan pengeluar serbuk rempah terbesar di Malaysia. Rangkaian produknya mencecah lebih 100 jenis termasuk buah-buahan kering, kekacang, tepung kisar bijirin penuh dan makanan khas untuk pengamal sayuran. Selain membekalkan kepada pasaraya dan kedai-kedai runcit, produk Santha turut dieksport kepasaran dunia seperti Amerika Syarikat, Jepun, Taiwan dan Singapura.

Hakikatnya, sebahagian daripada kejayaan Santha adalah berpunca daripada kredibiliti Vallison dalam aspek penjenamaan. Ketika para pesaing masih menggunakan bungkusan plastik, beliau bijak memperkenalkan bungkusan kerajang aluminium yang lebih bersih. Kini, bungkusannya dilengkapi dengan logo burung gagak beserta cadangan resipi, sekaligus memudahkan produk Santha dikenali ramai.

Hari ini, Santha diuruskan oleh menantunya, Dr TVK Balakrishnan. Malah, Dr Balakrishnan juga gigih merangka pelbagai pemasaran moden bagi memastikan kejayaan

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Santha di mata dunia. Santha merupakan satu-satunya syarikat tempatan daripada 143 negara pesaing yang merangkul Anugerah Komitmen Berkualiti Bertaraf Dunia pada tahun 1999.

Menariknya, kilang Santha terbentuk daripada gandingan kelengkapan lama dan moden. Bilik-bilik sejuk gergasi digunakan untuk mengekalkan tahap kesegaran bahanbahan mentah import dari serata dunia. Pelbagai teknologi canggih pula memudahkan kerja-kerja membakar, mengaul, menghancur, mengisar, menapis, menyejuk dan membungkus produk. Saban hari, pekerja-pekerja Santha kemas berpakaian kot dan bertopi biru sebelum memulakan tugasan mengikut ketetapan jadual operasi.

Di sebalik pelbagai kelengkapan moden dan tahap kebersihan terbaik, kaedah-kaedah tradisional masih penting dan terus dipraktikkan oleh syarikat tersebut.

Pekerja-pekerja lama Santha misalnya mampu mengambil bahan-bahan keperluan mengikut sukatan yang tepat tanpa bantuan penimbang!

Santha merupakan satu-satunya syarikat tempatan ‘‘ daripada 143 negara pesaing yang merangkul Anugerah Komitmen Berkualiti Bertaraf Dunia pada tahun 1999.‚‚

4. Van Mercedes Benz yang berfungsi sebagai kedai runcit bergerak serta kenderaan untuk menghantar stok The Mercedes van was used both as a mobile grocery store as well as for making deliveries 5. Produk Santha dikenali ramai Santha's products are instantly recognisable 6&7. Kilang Santha dilengkapi peralatan moden dan tradisional The factory uses a mix of modern and traditional equipment 8. Pekerja-pekerja lama mampu menyukat rempah tanpa bantuan penimbang Long-serving staff can measure out spices accurately without using weighing machines

SANTHA STORE FLOUR MILL SDN BHD Lot 1564, Batu 6, Jalan Jelebu, P. O. Box 229, 70720 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia.

Tel: +606-7620123, 7636399, 7639816

Warisan / Perusahaan Serbuk Rempah

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5

Selain itu, beberapa produk utama seperti garam masala dan tepung muruku pula masih dihasilkan daripada pengisar tradisional yang diwarisi sejak penubuhan Santha. “Berbeza dengan mesin pengisar kilang yang menghancur sehingga lumat, proses pembebasan haba ini dapat mengekalkan tekstur, aroma dan minyak semula jadi rempah,” jelas Dr Balakrishnan.

7

Selepas sesi lawatan berakhir, isterinya Mathubala tampil menghidangkan kami sebiji kek vegan yang diperbuat daripada bahan khas – tepung atta. Tepung atta cukup sinonim dengan pembuatan capati. “Rempah India bukan sekadar penambah perisa tetapi juga bahan serbaguna,” tambahnya dengan teruja.

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“Pelanggan adalah keutamaan Santha dalam menerokai pelbagai kaedah baharu dan menarik menerusi penggunaan rempah tradisional,” ujar Dr Balakrishnan. Tambahnya lagi, “Kami yakin kesinambungan perusahaan ini terletak pada keseimbangan antara pelaksanaan kaedah moden dan tradisi lama.”

4 goingplacesmagazine.com / 72 / October 2016

Kemudian, beliau mengambil keputusan untuk membeli sebuah ladang getah yang belum pernah diterokai di Seremban pada tahun 1979. Percaturan strategik tersebut akhirnya membuahkan hasil apabila premis syarikat dan kediaman keluarganya kini bertempat di lokasi seluas 2.4 ekar tersebut.

Bermula dengan penjualan serbuk cili dan kari daging terkemukanya, Santha kini merupakan pengeluar serbuk rempah terbesar di Malaysia. Rangkaian produknya mencecah lebih 100 jenis termasuk buah-buahan kering, kekacang, tepung kisar bijirin penuh dan makanan khas untuk pengamal sayuran. Selain membekalkan kepada pasaraya dan kedai-kedai runcit, produk Santha turut dieksport kepasaran dunia seperti Amerika Syarikat, Jepun, Taiwan dan Singapura.

Hakikatnya, sebahagian daripada kejayaan Santha adalah berpunca daripada kredibiliti Vallison dalam aspek penjenamaan. Ketika para pesaing masih menggunakan bungkusan plastik, beliau bijak memperkenalkan bungkusan kerajang aluminium yang lebih bersih. Kini, bungkusannya dilengkapi dengan logo burung gagak beserta cadangan resipi, sekaligus memudahkan produk Santha dikenali ramai.

Hari ini, Santha diuruskan oleh menantunya, Dr TVK Balakrishnan. Malah, Dr Balakrishnan juga gigih merangka pelbagai pemasaran moden bagi memastikan kejayaan

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Santha di mata dunia. Santha merupakan satu-satunya syarikat tempatan daripada 143 negara pesaing yang merangkul Anugerah Komitmen Berkualiti Bertaraf Dunia pada tahun 1999.

Menariknya, kilang Santha terbentuk daripada gandingan kelengkapan lama dan moden. Bilik-bilik sejuk gergasi digunakan untuk mengekalkan tahap kesegaran bahanbahan mentah import dari serata dunia. Pelbagai teknologi canggih pula memudahkan kerja-kerja membakar, mengaul, menghancur, mengisar, menapis, menyejuk dan membungkus produk. Saban hari, pekerja-pekerja Santha kemas berpakaian kot dan bertopi biru sebelum memulakan tugasan mengikut ketetapan jadual operasi.

Di sebalik pelbagai kelengkapan moden dan tahap kebersihan terbaik, kaedah-kaedah tradisional masih penting dan terus dipraktikkan oleh syarikat tersebut.

Pekerja-pekerja lama Santha misalnya mampu mengambil bahan-bahan keperluan mengikut sukatan yang tepat tanpa bantuan penimbang!

Santha merupakan satu-satunya syarikat tempatan ‘‘ daripada 143 negara pesaing yang merangkul Anugerah Komitmen Berkualiti Bertaraf Dunia pada tahun 1999.‚‚

4. Van Mercedes Benz yang berfungsi sebagai kedai runcit bergerak serta kenderaan untuk menghantar stok The Mercedes van was used both as a mobile grocery store as well as for making deliveries 5. Produk Santha dikenali ramai Santha's products are instantly recognisable 6&7. Kilang Santha dilengkapi peralatan moden dan tradisional The factory uses a mix of modern and traditional equipment 8. Pekerja-pekerja lama mampu menyukat rempah tanpa bantuan penimbang Long-serving staff can measure out spices accurately without using weighing machines

SANTHA STORE FLOUR MILL SDN BHD Lot 1564, Batu 6, Jalan Jelebu, P. O. Box 229, 70720 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia.

Tel: +606-7620123, 7636399, 7639816

Warisan / Perusahaan Serbuk Rempah

Spice King From a mobile store supplying spice powders to the neighbourhood, Santha Store Flour Mill has become a national institution.

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ONLY A HANDFUL OF OLD-TIMERS may remember this detail, but the late Vallison Raman, spice king of Malaysia’s Negeri Sembilan’s state, was originally a teacher.

In his spare time, Vallison used his car to help a spice maker friend deliver his products from door to door. He developed an avid interest in the trade, and when his friend decided to sell the business, he jumped at the opportunity.

With a capital of less than USD13 (RM50), he bought a grinder and rented a shop-lot in the rural township of Rantau, supplying custom spice blends to shopkeepers and coffee shops. His humble spice mill performed another important service for the neighbourhood: Every morning, housewives queued up with bags of chillies, onions and grains, waiting their turns to grind spice powders for their kitchens. “My eyes would sting from the chilli fumes and coloured powders flying in the air,” recalls Mathubala, his eldest daughter.

As his business grew from strength to strength, Vallison upgraded to a Morris Minor, a Volkswagen and eventually a Mercedes-Benz van. In addition to preorders, those vehicles doubled as mobile grocery stores for ad hoc purchases while making deliveries.

In 1979, Vallison made the strategic decision to buy a plot of undeveloped rubber land in Seremban, Negeri Sembilan’s capital. Today, this is the site of the family home, and the company’s one-hectare premises. From their signature meat curry powders and chilli powders, Santha’s (for short) has diversified into one of Malaysia’s largest spice powder mills, with over 100 food products including dry fruits and nuts, whole-grain stone-ground flours and specialty foods like vegetarian meats. Other than supplying to supermarkets and provision shops, Santha’s exports to an international market that includes the US, Japan, Taiwan and Singapore.

The success is at least partially due to the founder’s branding savvy: Vallison introduced the more hygienic aluminium foil

packaging at a time when its competitors were still using plastic versions. The current look has evolved to include a distinctive crow logo and recipe suggestions, making the products instantly recognisable. Vallison’s son-in-law Dr TVK Balakrishnan, who took over management in 1990, also drove many of the company’s modernisation efforts, which resulted in Santha’s becoming the only Malaysian company among 143 countries to receive a World Quality Commitment Award in 1999.

The factory is a curious mix of the old and modern. Massive chiller rooms preserve the freshness of raw ingredients imported from around the world. State-of-the-art machines perform an assortment of tasks such as roasting, mixing, crushing, grinding, sifting, cooling and packaging. Staff in blue caps and industrial coats go about their daily tasks following detailed operating manuals.

Yet amidst those modern conditions, you’ll find pockets that show the importance of revered traditions in the company culture. Long-serving staff can measure out ingredients with accuracies that match weighing machines. Some key products such as garam masala and murukku flour are produced using old-school grinders from the company’s early days. “The heat release process helps retain the texture, natural oils and aromas of these ingredients, compared to the pulverising process of industrial super micro grinders,” explains Dr Balakrishnan.

After our tour of the production area, his wife Mathubala serves us an incredibly moist vegan cake made from a surprise ingredient: Atta flour, traditionally associated with chappati (Indian griddled flatbread). “Indian spices not only add tonnes of flavor, but are very versatile,” she enthuses.

“Santha’s is all about going on a journey with our customers and exploring new and exciting ways of using traditional spices,” says Dr Balakrishnan. “We believe that maintaining a balance between beloved traditions and modern ways is the key to our longevity.”

Dr Balakrishnan yakin dengan keseimbangan kaedah moden dan tradisi lama Dr Balakrishnan believes in balancing traditions with modern ways

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Inside Malaysia Airlines

WE ARE ONE! WE CELEBRATED OUR FIRST YEAR as Malaysia Airlines Berhad on 1 September. Chief Executive Officer Peter Bellew said the airline has seen real growth in 12 short months, which goes to prove that great things can be accomplished if we stood as one. “We must continue the momentum and not take our foot off the pedal. There is no obstacle that can stand in the way of thousands working together for a change.� Onwards and upwards!

76 News and updates from the airline

78 Our fleet of aircraft

79 Safety and service information

80 Our network and those of our oneworld partners

84 oneworld benefit information

86 Enrich quick facts and guide

Inside Malaysia Airlines

Inside Malaysia Airlines

GREAT END TO TRAVEL FAIR

Tell us a bit about what you do.

I have been a Golden Lounge Supervisor since 1 September 2015 (under AeroDarat). My task is to ensure that all of our First and Business Class guests are well taken care of at the lounge. That means we have to ensure that they feel right at home and when they leave, they have good memories of the time spent here.

MALAYSIA AIRLINES RETURNED WITH A BANG at this year’s MATTA travel fair, offering irresistible discounts to popular destinations which were quickly snapped up by bargain hunters. Chief Executive Officer Peter Bellew was at the fair held last month to personally greet the visitors and to tell them about the great deals.

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GETTING TO KNOW JACKSON BIN JAFFRY LINGUH, GOLDEN LOUNGE SUPERVISOR

WELCOME TO THE FAMILY

What skills do you need to have for this job?

We must have an open mind and most of all, we must always think positively. This will ensure that we attend to and serve our guests with the Malaysian Hospitality that we so proudly uphold. It will also show that we are genuine and are serving from our heart. Other skills

to have are good knowledge of lounge products and the ability to multi-task.

What do you love most about this role?

It allows me to meet with our guests, who are from different walks of life. This supervisory role also allows me to challenge myself and improve on my leadership skills.

What was the greatest challenge you have faced in this role?

The greatest challenge is in proving to my bosses that I can be the best. I always tell my colleagues that we need to support and respect each other. That’s the secret to great teamwork.

WE WELCOME ARVED VON ZUR MUEHLEN

as Chief Commercial Officer. An airline veteran with more than 20 years experience, he will develop a comprehensive and sustainable plan to improve the airline’s marketing, sales, products and customer service. “Arved will play a crucial role in the next phase of the turnaround, focusing on restoring our position as a leading international carrier and developing our innovative customer centric services,” says Peter Bellew, Malaysia Airlines’ Chief Executive Officer. “He is a welcome addition to the team as we move forward with our global marketing strategy to increase sales and promote the wonders of Malaysia.”

Arved previously worked for Qatar Airways, Swiss International Airlines and Lufthansa Airlines.

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GREAT END TO TRAVEL FAIR

Tell us a bit about what you do.

I have been a Golden Lounge Supervisor since 1 September 2015 (under AeroDarat). My task is to ensure that all of our First and Business Class guests are well taken care of at the lounge. That means we have to ensure that they feel right at home and when they leave, they have good memories of the time spent here.

MALAYSIA AIRLINES RETURNED WITH A BANG at this year’s MATTA travel fair, offering irresistible discounts to popular destinations which were quickly snapped up by bargain hunters. Chief Executive Officer Peter Bellew was at the fair held last month to personally greet the visitors and to tell them about the great deals.

goingplacesmagazine.com / 76 / October 2016

GETTING TO KNOW JACKSON BIN JAFFRY LINGUH, GOLDEN LOUNGE SUPERVISOR

WELCOME TO THE FAMILY

What skills do you need to have for this job?

We must have an open mind and most of all, we must always think positively. This will ensure that we attend to and serve our guests with the Malaysian Hospitality that we so proudly uphold. It will also show that we are genuine and are serving from our heart. Other skills

to have are good knowledge of lounge products and the ability to multi-task.

What do you love most about this role?

It allows me to meet with our guests, who are from different walks of life. This supervisory role also allows me to challenge myself and improve on my leadership skills.

What was the greatest challenge you have faced in this role?

The greatest challenge is in proving to my bosses that I can be the best. I always tell my colleagues that we need to support and respect each other. That’s the secret to great teamwork.

WE WELCOME ARVED VON ZUR MUEHLEN

as Chief Commercial Officer. An airline veteran with more than 20 years experience, he will develop a comprehensive and sustainable plan to improve the airline’s marketing, sales, products and customer service. “Arved will play a crucial role in the next phase of the turnaround, focusing on restoring our position as a leading international carrier and developing our innovative customer centric services,” says Peter Bellew, Malaysia Airlines’ Chief Executive Officer. “He is a welcome addition to the team as we move forward with our global marketing strategy to increase sales and promote the wonders of Malaysia.”

Arved previously worked for Qatar Airways, Swiss International Airlines and Lufthansa Airlines.

Shop in-flight!

SELF-PRINT BAGGAGE TAGS TO SIMPLIFY AND REDUCE THE TIME SPENT ON CHECKING IN, Economy Class passengers will now need to print their baggage tags at check-in kiosks located on the departure level of Kuala Lumpur International Airport, and self-tag their bags before proceeding to the drop-off counter. This applies to all domestic and international flights, and is in line with the move to leverage on technology to allow customers to manage their own travel experience. Malaysia Airlines hopes to introduce self-baggage drop by the fourth quarter of this year. Economy Class passengers are allowed to check-in a maximum of two pieces of baggage weighing 30 kilogrammes in total.

Passengers travelling to Dhaka and Kathmandu will continue to check rlines flights. in at dedicated all Malaysia Ai Available on off. Board. counters on row Check in. Drop 3 off 2 Drop baggage A17 and A18 until 1 Tag at the counter baggage Check in print further notice. via kiosk and tag

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Fleet

Firefly Firefly

Firefly A380-800

ATR 72-500

NO. OF AIRCRAFT 6

NO. OF AIRCRAFT 12

A380-800

PASSENGER SEATING 494

ATR 72-600

ENGINE Rolls Royce Trent 970 RANGE 15,400km

NO. OF AIRCRAFT 6

A380-800

MAXIMUM FUEL CAPACITY 84,600 US Gallons

PASSENGER SEATING 72

MAXIMUM CRUISING SPEED Mach 0.9 (1,102km/h)

ATR 72-500 ENGINE PW127M MAXIMUM FUEL CAPACITY Firefly 841 US Gallons MAXIMUM Firefly CRUISING SPEED ATR 72-500 510km/h Firefly

Firefly Maswings

ATR 72-500 Maswings

Height 24m

Wingspan 79m

A380-800

Height 8m

Wingspan 27m

Length 27m

ATR 72-500 ATR 72-500

A380-800 A380-800 A380-800

ATR 72-500

Length 73m

Maswings

NO. OF AIRCRAFT 10

ATR 72-500

PASSENGER SEATING 68 ENGINE PW127M

A330-300

Wingspan 27m

ATR 72-500

MAXIMUM FUEL CAPACITY 841 US Gallons

B777-200

PASSENGER SEATING 283

MAXIMUM CRUISING SPEED 510km/h

ENGINE PW4170

Maswings

Height 8m

B777-200 NO. OF AIRCRAFT 15

ATR 72-500 Maswings Maswings

Length 27m

RANGE 10,000km MAXIMUM FUEL CAPACITY 25,770 US Gallons MAXIMUM CRUISING B777-200 SPEED Mach 0.8 (980km/h)

ATRATR 72-500 72-500 ATR 72-500

B777-200 B777-200 B777-200

ATR 72-500 VIKING DHC-6 TWIN OTTER - SERIES 400 Height 17m

Wingspan 60m

NO. OF AIRCRAFT 6 ENGINE PT6A-34 MAXIMUM FUEL CAPACITY 378 US Gallons MAXIMUM CRUISING SPEED 337km/h

B777-200

Length 63m

Wingspan 20m

PASSENGER SEATING 19

Viking DHC-6 ATR 72-500

Height 6m

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Maswings

ATR 72-500

A380-800

Viking DHC-6 Viking DHC-6 Length 16m

Viking DHC-6 Viking DHC-6

A330-300 A330-300

A330-300

MasKargo MasKargo Viking DHC-6

A330-300 A330-300

B737-800

MasKargo MasKargo MasKargo

NO. OF AIRCRAFT 54

A330-200F

PASSENGER SEATING 160-166 RANGE 5,765km

ENGINE PW4000

A330-300

RANGE 13,400km

MAXIMUM FUEL CAPACITY 6,875 US Gallons

MasKargo MAXIMUM FUEL CAPACITY 25,765 US Gallons A330 200f

Viking DHC-6

MAXIMUM CRUISING SPEED Mach 0.7 (857km/h)

MAXIMUM CRUISING SPEED Mach 0.9 (1,102km/h)

A330-300

B737-800

Height 13m

A330 200f A330 A330 200f 200f

Wingspan 34m

Wingspan 60m

A330 200f

Height 17m

ENGINE CFM56-7BE

NO. OF AIRCRAFT 2

MasKargo B737-800 B737-800 Length 40m B737-800

B737-800

B747 400f Length 58m

A330 200f

B747 400f B747 400f

B747 400f

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A330 200f B747 400f

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Safety & Service Info

CABIN LUGGAGE HANDLING

Passenger and crew safety on board our flights is our highest priority. In compliance with the airline’s policy and in observing Occupational, Safety and Health Regulations requirements, cabin crew are no longer required to stow passengers’ hand luggages into the overhead stowage compartment. This is to minimise occupational hazard and ergonomic risks faced by cabin crew in the aircraft. Cabin crew on duty will, however, assist passengers travelling with infants, young passengers travelling alone, the elderly, and passengers with reduced mobility. Passengers who are fit and in good health must carry, stow and secure their own hand luggages on board. Hand luggage exceeding the 7kg weight limit is required to be checked in before boarding.

PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICES (PED)

For safety reasons and in line with the Department of Civil Aviation guidelines, mobile phones and all PEDs must be switched off once aircraft doors are closed.

Whilst cruising, devices placed in flight mode may be used. The devices must again be switched off during the approach for landing until the aircraft is parked at the terminal building. Devices transmitting strong signals must remain switched off throughout the flight, until disembarkation. The Captain may prohibit the use of devices that can interfere with the aircraft’s system.

LITHIUM BATTERIES

Lithium metal or lithium ion cells or batteries for portable electronic devices (PEDs), including medical devices must not exceed 2g for lithium metal batteries and 100Wh for lithium ion batteries. All spare batteries, including lithium metal or lithium ion cells or batteries, for PEDs must be carried in passengers’ carry-on baggage only. These batteries must be individually protected to prevent short circuits. For PEDs containing non-spillable batteries, they must be 12V or less or 100Wh or less. A maximum of two spare batteries may be carried. These batteries must be individually protected to prevent short circuits.

ELECTRONIC CIGARETTES

Electronic cigarettes must be carried on one’s person or in carry-on baggage only. Recharging of the device is not permitted.

ZERO TOLERANCE OF ABUSE

We value courteousness. Any form of threat, verbal abuse or violence towards our staff will be taken seriously. We are committed to supporting anyone who has been the victim of an assault.

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RECONFIRMING BAGGAGE FOR TRANSIT PASSENGERS

We recommend that transit passengers in KLIA reconfirm their final baggage destination at the Transfer Desk to ensure they are identified and loaded accordingly.

Just show your baggage identification tag to the Transfer Desk officer.

COMFORT AND CARE

Personal care, baby paraphernalia and first aid treatment are available upon request.

IN ADDITION TO AIRPORT CHECK-IN, HERE ARE OTHER OPTIONS:

WEB: Check in online at malaysiaairlines.com. Print out the boarding pass yourself.

ENTERTAINMENT

Movies, TV and Music On-Demand are available on selected flights.

ON BOARD CONNECTION

Laptop power points are fitted on First and Business Class seats.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE

All food served is halal. Special meals can be prepared with 24-hour notice. First and Business Class guests may use Chef-on-Call services to book meals 24 hours prior to departure on selected flights. Alcoholic drinks are available on flights over three hours long to passengers above the age of 18. Our cabin crew reserves the right to decline serving and selling alcohol to any passenger who appears intoxicated.

Consumption of personal alcoholic drinks is prohibited.

SPECIAL ASSISTANCE

Wheelchairs and attendant services are available with 24-hour advance request.

WEB-TO-MOBILE: Check in online. Your boarding pass will be sent to your mobile phone. The 2D barcode mobile boarding pass can be scanned at airport security and at the boarding gate.

MHMOBILE: Download and log onto flymas.mobi on your mobile phone and you will be sent a 2D barcode mobile boarding pass via SMS or email.

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ON-TIME PERFORMANCE

Our check-in counters close 60 minutes before departure. Please allow at least 45 minutes for immigration and security clearance. Boarding gate will close 20 minutes prior to departure and late passengers will not be accepted.

FASTCHECK SELF-SERVICE KIOSK: Check in and print your boarding pass at these kiosks at the airport.

YOUNG PASSENGER TRAVELLING ALONE (YPTA)

We provide assistance for children aged five to 14 years old travelling alone, with 24-hour advance request.

NO-SMOKING POLICY

CITY CENTRE COUNTER CHECK-IN: Available at KL Sentral in Kuala Lumpur and in Hong Kong.

Smoking, including the use of electronic cigarettes, is prohibited on all flights.

FRESH AND FROZEN SEAFOOD

Fresh and frozen seafood are strictly not permitted in check-in baggage. They may be accepted in cabin baggage, subject to the destination’s quarantine regulations, but they must be properly packed and meet the cabin baggage weight and size requirements. A maximum of 2.5 kg of dry ice per passenger is permissible if dry ice is used to carry these items. We reserve the right to refuse carriage if the items are not properly packed.

EXCLUSIVE CHECK-IN: Enrich Platinum/Gold Members and First/Business Class Passengers can check in at the premium front-end check-in lounge, or via telephone, arriving 30 minutes before take-off if you do not have check-in baggage.

*Terms & conditions apply to the above, visit malaysiaairlines.com for more information.

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Norwegian

Our NetworkSea/ Malaysia

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Kuusamo Kajaani

Reykjavik Jyvaskyla

Inverness

Labrador Sea

Glasgow Belfast Shannon

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Martha's Vineyard

Nantucket a Ocean City Ponta Delgada (Azores)

Leeds Birmingham

Westerland Amsterdam

Sargasso Sea Langkawi

Langkawi

Riga

Aarhus Gdansk Hamburg

Kaliningrad

Nizhny Novgorod

Penang

Samara

Cork

Guernsey

London Brussels Jersey

Caspian Sea

Labuan

Dakar Kuala Terenggganu Kuala Terenggganu

Lawas

Port of Spain Abuja Accra Kuantan

Boa Vista

Lagos

Bintulu

Natal João Pessoa Maceió Aracaju

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Salvador

Calama

Rio de Janeiro

Asuncion

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São Paulo

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Gulf of Tanjung Manis Tanjung Manis Sibu Guinea Kuching

Mukah Sibu

Bario

Semporna Semporna Tawau

Tawau

Kilimanjaro Dar Es Salaam

Zanzibar

Luanda

Kuching

Johor Bahru Johor Bahru

Livingstone

SOUTH ATLANTIC OCEAN

Victoria Falls

Harare

Windhoek Maputo Johannesburg

Porto Alegre

Buenos Aires

Addis Ababa Ba’kelalan Ba’kelalan

Bario Marudi Long SeridanLong Seridan

Durban

LEGEND Cape Town

Punta Del Este

Port Elizabeth

Neuquén Bahía Blanca

San Carlos Bariloche

MASwings flights operated by Royal Brunei

Scotia Sea

ate Río Gallegos

oneworld destinations Greenwich Meridian

aceda

Mount Pleasant

Ushuaia

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Salalah

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Rosario

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Porto Seguro

Santa Cruz

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Bintulu

Limbang Mulu

Dushanbe

DjiboutiLahad Datu Lahad Datu

Lawas

Kigali

Fortaleza Teresina

Miri Marudi

Malabo

Kuantan

Macapá Kuala LumpurKuala Lumpur São Luís

Miri

Abha Asmara

Labuan Khartoum

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Tashkent

Taif

Kota KinabaluKota Kinabalu

Penang

Tobago

Caracas

Kazan

Moscow

Vilnius

Warsaw

Berlin Leipzig

Kota Bharu Kota Bharu

Alor Setar Alor Setar

San Juan

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St Petersburg

Tallinn Tartu

Jeddah

Santiago

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Gothenburg

Helsinki

Mediterranean Sea

NORTH ATLANTIC OCEAN

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Newcastle

Billund

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Black Sea

Halifax

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Aalborg

Aberdeen

Mariehamn

Oslo

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Celtic Sea

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North Sea

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Asia & Oceania

Novyj Urengoj Nadym

Nizhnevartovsk Magadan Novosibirsk

Omsk

Bratsk

Krasnoyarsk

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Abakan Pavlodar

Samara

Irkutsk

Gorno-Altaysk Semey

Blagoveschensk

Petropavlovsk

Khabarovsk

Ust-Kamenogorsk

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk

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Taraz

Bishkek

Urumqi

Almaty

Vladivostok

Tashkent

Tianjin

Islamabad

Faisalabad

Amritsar

Multan

New Delhi

Kathmandu

Karachi Abu Dhabi

Mumbai

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Bay of Bengal Bangalore Chennai Kozhikode Andaman Tiruchchirappalli Kochi Sea Trincomalee Thiruvananthapuram

Phuket

South China Sea

Da Nang Siem Reap Bangkok Phnom Penh

Tokyo

NORTH PACIFIC OCEAN

Okinawa

Kaohsiung

Angeles Manila

Guam

Cebu

Ho Chi Minh City

Koh Samui

Philippine Sea

Kota Kinabalu

Male

Yamagata

Krabi

Hambantota Medan

Misawa Hanamaki

Haikou Sanya

Yangon

Goa

Xiamen

Hong Kong

Hanoi Chiang Mai

Hyderabad

Colombo

Guangzhou

Kolkata

Nagpur

Aomori Akita Niigata

Busan

East China Taipei Sea

Fuzhou

Guilin

Kunming

Dhaka

Ahmedabad

Seoul

Qingdao

Zhengzhou

Peshawar Shiraz

Dalian

Obihiro Kushiro

Komatsu Izumo Osaka Hiroshima Xi’an Fukuoka Tokushima Jeju Nanjing Kochi Nagasaki Shanghai Miyazaki Chengdu Wuhan Hangzhou Kagoshima Ningbo Chongqing Changsha Wenzhou

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Memanbetsu

Asahikawa

Sea of Japan

Beijing

Osh Dushanbe

Tehran

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Sea of Okhotsk

Okha

Chita

Ulan-Ude

Medan Kuala Namu Kuala Lumpur

Koror Bandar Seri Begawan Tarakan

Singapore

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EQUATOR

Jakarta

Arafura Sea

Denpasar-Bali

Timor Sea

INDIAN OCEAN

Weipa

Karratha

Mount Isa

Port Hedland Newman

Alice Springs Ayers Rock

Geraldton Perth

Coral Sea

Cairns

Broome

Exmouth Paraburdoo

Port Moresby

Horn Island

Darwin

Townsville Hamilton Island Mackay Moranbah Rockhampton Longreach Gladstone Emerald Blackall Hervey Bay Roma Charleville Brisbane Moree Cloncurry

Kalgoorlie Whyalla Port Lincoln

Mildura Adelaide

Coffs Harbour

Armidale Tamworth Dubbo Wagga Wagga

Albury

Port Macquarie Newcastle

Lord Howe Island

Sydney

Canberra

Melbourne Devonport

New Caledonia

Launceston

Tasman Sea

Auckland

Wellington

Hobart Queenstown

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GMT +6

GMT +7

GMT +8

GMT +9

GMT +10

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Hudson Bay Labrador Sea

Americas & Canada

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Vancouver Seattle

Gulf of Alaska

Sacramento San Francisco

Québec

Marquette

Portland

Traverse City

Hayden Denver Aspen Colorado Springs Montrose Vail

Reno

Las Vegas Monterey Ontario Santa Barbara Palm Springs Los Angeles

Ottawa

Milwaukee

Toronto Grand Rapids

Chicago

Watertown Portland

Buffalo

Pittsburgh Washington Winston-Salem

St Louis

Montreal

Boston New York

Nantucket Philadelphia Salisbury-Ocean City

Hudson Bay

Raleigh-Durham Charlotte New Bern Myrtle Beach Atlanta

Nashville Phoenix

Dallas

San Diego San Angelo

Savannah

Houston

San Antonio Brownsville Mazatlán San José del Cabo

Ixtapa

Tallahassee

Corpus Christi

Tampa Sarasota

Gulf of Mexico

Ponta Delgada (Azores)

NORTH ATLANTIC OCEAN

Bermuda

Charleston Jacksonville

Sargasso Sea

West Palm Beach

Nassau Key West Miami George Town Havana Varadero Providenciales Cancún Cap-Haïtien Santiago Grand Cayman Merida

Mexico City

Gulf of Alaska

New Orleans

Halifax

Martha's Vineyard

Puebla

Belize City Guatemala City San Salvador

Montego Bay

Santa Marta

San Andrés Island

Liberia

San Juan

Caribbean Sea

San Pedro Sula

Managua

Port-au- Santo Prince Domingo

Kingston

San Jose

Dakar Tobago

Caracas

Port of Spain

Panama City Yopal

PACIFIC OCEAN Lihue Honolulu

Bogotá

Cali Baltra Island

Kahului

Boa Vista

Talara

Sargasso Sea

Macapá

San Cristóbal Island Guayaquil

Gulf of Mexico

Tumbes

Chiclayo

EQUATOR

São Luís

Fortaleza Natal João Pessoa

Teresina

Cajamarca

Trujillo

Kailua Kona

Maceió Aracaju

Puerto Maldonado

Caribbean Sea

Salvador Porto Seguro

Santa Cruz

Tacna

Calama

SOU ATLA OCE

Rio de Janeiro

Asuncion

Antofagasta

São Paulo

Copiapó Easter Island

Chilean Sea

SOUTH PACIFIC OCEAN

Comodoro Rivadavia

La Serena Santiago

San Juan Mendoza

Porto Alegre Rio Grande

Rosario Buenos Aires

Concepción Valdivia Puerto Montt

Punta Del Este

Neuquén Osorno

Bahía Blanca

San Carlos Bariloche

Castro

LEGEND

Scotia Sea

Balmaceda El Calafate

oneworld destinations

Río Gallegos

MH flights operated by Emirates

GMT -8

GMT -7

Punta Arenas

GMT -6

SOUTH PACIFIC OCEAN

GMT -5

Chilean Ushuaia Sea

Mount Pleasant

GMT -4

GMT -3

GMT -2

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Sea

Kajaani

Reykjavik Jyvaskyla

Inverness Glasgow

Aalborg

Leeds

Mariehamn

Oslo

Aberdeen Newcastle

Belfast Shannon

North Sea Billund Westerland Amsterdam

Turku

Visby

Gothenburg

Nizhnevartovsk

Helsinki Tallinn Tartu

St Petersburg

Riga

Aarhus Gdansk

Kazan

Moscow

Vilnius

Kaliningrad

Krasnoyarsk Abakan

Europe, Middle East & Africa

Hamburg

Novosibirsk

Omsk

Nizhny Novgorod

Pavlodar

Samara

Gorno-Altaysk

Warsaw Berlin Semey Rotterdam Leipzig Kiev London Brussels Dusseldorf Ust-Kamenogorsk Prague Guernsey Frankfurt Jersey Ivalo Luxembourg Vienna Quimper Paris Basel Budapest Kittila Zurich Chisinau Ljubljana Astrakhan Geneva Simferopol Zagreb Bordeaux Milan Urumqi Venice Pula Kemi Kuusamo Chambery Belgrade Bucharest Almaty Taraz Genoa Varna Toulouse Bishkek Sochi Rimini Dubrovnik Marseille Leon Sofia Pisa Burgas Calvi Batumi Kajaani Tivat Tashkent Reykjavik Valladolid Tbilisi Barcelona Porto Bari Tirana Kavala Rome Olbia Jyvaskyla Yerevan Osh Ankara Brindisi Baku Madrid Volos Mytilini Cagliari Dushanbe Palma De Lisbon Preveza Helsinki Mallorca Palermo Oslo Athens Mariehamn Catania Erbil St Petersburg Turku Almeria Antalya Thira Kulob Kalamata Stockholm Tallinn Oran Algiers Tunis Malta Yekaterinburg Tangier Larnaca Karpathos Chania Sulaymaniyah Visby Tehran Gothenburg Tartu Inverness Melilla Paphos Beirut Aalborg Aberdeen Islamabad Casablanca RigaBaghdad Nizhny Novgorod Peshawar Aarhus Glasgow Tel Aviv Amman Billund Kazan Marrakech Al Najaf Gdansk Alexandria Newcastle Faisalabad Moscow Amritsar Vilnius Copenhagen Belfast Agadir Westerland Kaliningrad Leeds Shiraz Samara HamburgCairo Amsterdam Shannon Multan Shárm el-Sheikh New Delhi Warsaw Kathmandu Berlin Birmingham Gassim Hurghada Rotterdam Leipzig Dammam Cork Kiev London Brussels Dusseldorf Luxor Karachi Madinah Prague Guernsey Luxembourg Riyadh Dhaka Frankfurt Marsa Alam Jersey Ahmedabad Abu Dhabi Vienna Munich Quimper Kolkata Paris Basel Nagpur Budapest Jeddah Chisinau Zurich Ljubljana Taif Astrakhan Geneva Simferopol Zagreb Bordeaux Milan Abha Lyon Mumbai Bucharest Venice Pula Belgrade Hyderabad Chambery Varna Genoa Sochi Toulouse Rimini Dubrovnik Leon Sofia SalalahBatumi Pisa Asmara Marseille Nice Burgas Urgench Tivat Khartoum Goa Valladolid Calvi Tbilisi Porto Barcelona Kavala Tirana Rome Bari Bangalore Yerevan Ankara Olbia Chennai Brindisi Baku Madrid Volos Mytilini Ashgabat Palma De Lisbon Preveza Djibouti Cagliari Kozhikode Mallorca Palermo Athens Tiruchchirappalli Catania Erbil Kochi Antalya Almeria Thira Ponta Delgada (Azores) Kalamata Oran Tunis Malta Algiers Trincomalee Thiruvananthapuram Abuja Larnaca Tangier Karpathos Chania Mashhad Sulaymaniyah Tehran Addis Ababa Colombo Melilla Beirut Paphos Hambantota Baghdad Casablanca Lagos Accra Tel Aviv Amman MalaboMarrakech Al Najaf Alexandria Agadir Male Shiraz Cairo Kuwait Shárm el-Sheikh Entebbe

Celtic Sea

Cork

Birmingham

Norwegian Sea

Caspian Sea

Black Sea

North Sea Mediterranean Sea

Ponta Delgada (Azores)

NORTH ATLANTIC OCEAN Dakar

Celtic Sea

Black Sea

Bay of Bengal Andaman Sea

Mediterranean Sea Nairobi

EQUATOR

Kigali

Gulf of Guinea

tal ão Pessoa

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Kilimanjaro Dar Es Salaam

Gassim

Hurghada Luxor

Zanzibar

Jeddah

Dammam Riyadh

Dubai

Bahrain

Muscat

Abu Dhabi

Taif Abha

Luanda Asmara

Khartoum

Dakar

Addis Ababa

Malabo

Maputo

Entebbe

Johannesburg

EQUATOR

Nairobi Kigali

Durban

Gulf of Cape Town Guinea

INDIAN OCEAN

Arabian Sea

Harare

Abuja Victoria Falls Lagos Windhoek Accra

Salalah

Djibouti

Livingstone

SOUTH ATLANTIC OCEAN

Madinah

Marsa Alam

INDIAN OCEAN

Kilimanjaro Dar Es Salaam

Port Elizabeth Luanda

Zanzibar

Lusaka

GMT -2

Livingstone Victoria Falls

Mauritius

Maputo Johannesburg Durban Cape Town

GMT -1

Harare

Windhoek GREENWICH MERIDIAN

Greenwich Meridian

SOUTH ATLANTIC OCEAN

GMT 0

GMT +1

Port Elizabeth GMT +2

GMT +3

GMT +4

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be recognised As a oneworld traveller, satisfaction awaits you around the globe. Your Enrich status is recognised across all member airlines. And you are entitled to a range of benefits, which are provided according to the following oneworld tier levels, no matter which cabin class you are flying in:

*Access to preferred or pre-reserved seating is in accordance with the individual policy of the oneworld member airline operating the flight. First and business class check-in desks and lounges are not available at all airports. Fast track is not available at all airports. Priority baggage handling is not available on flights operated by British Airways. Extra baggage allowance benefits differ for Sapphire and Emerald level members. oneworld benefits are available only to passengers on scheduled flights that are both marketed and operated by a oneworld member airline (marketed means that there must be a oneworld member airline’s flight number on your ticket). airberlin, American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Finnair, Iberia, Japan Airlines, LAN, Malaysia Airlines, Qantas, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, S7 Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, TAM Airlines and oneworld are trademarks of their respective companies. TAM Airlines (Paraguay) is currently not a part of oneworld.

Some limitations and exceptions may apply. For more information, visit www.oneworld.com/benefits.

be global Round-the-world travel is easy, flexible and affordable with oneworld Explorer. Fares are based on the number of continents you visit or pass through, and class of travel. Select your route, plan your stopovers, even adjust your itinerary. oneworld Explorer means ultimate flexibility and value.

To book, or to discover more multi-continent and single-continent options, visit www.oneworld.com/flights

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Enrich Quick Facts

MISSING MILES What are missing miles?

Missing miles are miles you have earned but are not showing in your account. You can submit a missing miles claim within 6 months from the date of your activity. Here is how:

Remember your profile exclusive inv promo

REDEEM MILES How to redeem miles for your travels: STEP 1: Login to your Enrich account.

STEP 2: Go to “Redeem Flights” or “Redeem Lifestyles” for Enrich redemptions worth RM50 and Golden Lounge vouchers.

Did you know?

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You can redeem your flights with Malaysia Airlines for as little as 1,000 Enrich Miles with Cash + Miles.

Remember to update your profile for news on exclusive invitations and promotions.

Your Enrich Miles can be used to redeem flights with oneworld® member and Enrich partner airlines through our ticketing counters and call centres.

Enrich Extension Login to your Enrich account and you can extend miles that are first to expire for 12 months from the month of expiry at RM0.02 per mile.

Enrich Miles Transfer Share your miles as a gift to your family and friends with “Enrich Transfer” at RM0.04 per mile.

STEP 2: Go to “My Miles” and click “Claim Missing Miles”.

ENRICH SERVICES

STEP 3: Select from a list to fill in a claim form and attach proof of your activity (eg. e-ticket, boarding pass, receipt).

Click “Submit”.

STEP 4: Look out for an acknowledgement email from us once you have submitted your claim.

Enrich Express Top up a maximum of 30% of your miles with minimum purchase of 500 Enrich Miles at RM0.10 per mile for your flight redemption.

*Note: GST and administration fee of RM40 will be charged. Terms and conditions apply.

FORGOT PASSWORD How to login if you forgot your password: After 5 unsuccessful attempts, your account will be locked. Please contact our call centre at 1-300-88-3000 for assistance.

STEP 1: Go to the Enrich login page.

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STEP 2: Click “Forgot password”.

STEP 3: Enter your membership number and registered email address.

STEP 4: An email will be sent with your temporary password.

STEP 5: Login using your temporary password.

STEP 6: Change to a new one by going to “My Account” and click “Change Password”.

STEP 7: Fill in your new password and click “Submit”.

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PG Parental guidance suggested.

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PG13 Parental guidance strongly

Contains scenes or language that may be disturbing or offensive.

Viewer discretion is advised.

Programmes with Malaysian content.

Some material may not be suitable for children.

recommended. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.

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MOVIES

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LATEST

Star Trek Beyond

The Intern

CHRIS PINE, ZACHARY QUINTO, KARL URBAN PG-13 / / 122 mins / Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi / E, J, K, F, C+

ROBERT DE NIRO, ANNE HATHAWAY PG-13 / 121 mins / Comedy / E, I, ES, K, C+

Independence Day: Resurgence

The Conjuring 2

Eddie The Eagle

Black Mass

VERA FARMIGA, PATRICK WILSON, MADISON WOLFE R / /134 mins / Horror, Mystery, Thriller / E, F, J, G, C+

TARON EGERTON, HUGH JACKMAN, TOM COSTELLO PG-13 / 106 mins / Biography, Comedy, Drama / E, I, ES, G, A+

JOHNNY DEPP, BENEDICT CUMBERBATCH, DAKOTA JOHNSON R / / 123 mins / Biography, Crime, Drama / E, ES, G, K, A+

Mike And Dave Need Wedding Dates

X-Men: Apocalypse

Now You See Me 2

ZAC EFRON, ADAM DEVINE R / / 98 mins / Adventure, Comedy, Romance / E, G, F, I, J+

JAMES MCAVOY, MICHAEL FASSBENDER, JENNIFER LAWRENCE PG-13 / 144 mins / Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi / E, F, G, J, C+

JESSE EISENBERG, MARK RUFFALO, WOODY HARRELSON PG-13 / 129 mins / Action, Adventure, Comedy / E, Es, I, F, C+

Me Before You

Our Brand Is Crisis

Mistress America

EMILIA CLARKE, SAM CLAFLIN, JANET MCTEER PG-13 / 110 mins / Drama, Romance / E, I, K, ES, A+

SANDRA BULLOCK, BILLY BOB THORNTON, ANTHONY MACKIE R / / 107 mins / Comedy, Drama / E, K, G, J, C+

GRETA GERWIG, LOLA KIRKE, NAT BALDWIN R / / 84 mins / Comedy / E, G, ES, I, A+

21 Days Under The Sky

Fantastic Four

Paper Towns

TROY CRITCHLOW, GENTRY DAYTON, RYAN GROSSMAN NR / 70 mins / Documentary / E

MILES TELLER, KATE MARA, MICHAEL B. JORDAN PG-13 / 100 mins / Action, Adventure, Fantasy / E, F, G, I, C+

NAT WOLFF, CARA DELEVINGNE, AUSTIN ABRAMS PG-13 / 109 mins / Drama, Mystery, Romance / E, J, F, ES, C+

• The Revenant

• Hitman: Agent 47

• Alvin And The Chipmunks: The Road Chip

• Deadpool

• Me And Earl And The Dying Girl

• In The Heart Of The Sea

• How To Be Single • The Man From U.N.C.L.E. • Midnight Special • Pan • Max • Creed

LIAM HEMSWORTH, JEFF GOLDBLUM PG-13 / 120 mins / Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi / E, J, I, Es

Independence Day: Resurgence

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Twenty years have passed since the devastating alien invasion that almost destroyed mankind. Through the reengineering of the alien technology, a space military defence and research facility is developed in anticipation of the invaders’ possible return. Earth is once again attacked with unprecedented force by the returning extraterrestrials during the 20th anniversary of humanity’s victory, and the world must band together once more to save itself from total annihilation.

LIAM HEMSWORTH, JEFF GOLDBLUM, MAIKA MONROE, BILL PULLMAN PG-13 / 120 mins / Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi / E, J, I, ES

Now You See Me 2 This sequel showcases the encore performance of the team of illusionists known as The Four Horsemen, who pull off incredible bank heists through their magic shows. After escaping from a stage act, the group finds itself in Macau and is met by tech prodigy, Walter Mabry, who forcibly conscripts them into stealing a powerful chip that is able to decrypt and access every electronic device in the world. Their only avenue is to perform one last stunt to clear their names and reveal the mastermind behind it all.

JESSE EISENBERG, MARK RUFFALO, DAVE FRANCO, DANIEL RADCLIFFE, WOODY HARRELSON PG-13 / 129 mins / Action, Adventure, Comedy / E, ES, I, F, C+

• Victor Frankenstein

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• Joy • The Peanuts Movie

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HINDI

EUROPEAN

Chowrasta (above)

我来自纽约 / The Kid From

The Big Apple (above)

बाज ीराव मस्तान ी / Bajirao Mastani (above)

Babysitting 2 (above)

TOMMY TAM, JESSICA HSUAN, TAN QIN LIN PG / 120 mins / Drama / E+, C+

PRIYANKA CHOPRA, DEEPIKA PADUKONE, IRRFAN KHAN PG 13 / 158 mins / Drama, History / E+

CHRISTIAN CLAVIER, PHILIPPE LACHEAU, ALICE DAVID G / 93 mins / Comedy / E+

谋杀似水年华 / Kill Time ANGELABABY, ETHAN JUAN

फाउं ड आ ट्रे झ कॉल्ड लव / Found A Treasure Called Love

Les Visiteurs 3 / The Visitors: Bastille Day

• I Origins • Into The Storm • The Day After Tomorrow • Fantastic Mr. Fox • A Good Year • Home Alone • Home Alone 2: Lost In New York • Home Alone 3 • Ice Age • Ice Age: Dawn Of The Dinosaurs

ROSYAM NOR, NORA DANISH, FAUZI NAWAWI PG-13 / 120 mins / Action / E+

Ola Bola BRONT PALARAE, DAPHNE LOW, HARIS ZAINUDDIN, MARK WILLIAMS G / 113 mins / Drama, History / E+, C+

MALAY CLASSICS

PG / 127 mins / Romance / E+, C+

SALMAN KHAN, SONAM KAPOOR, NEIL NITIN MUKESH PG-13 / 164 mins / Action, Drama / E+

HINDI CLASSICS चलते चलते / Walking Along

• The Campaign

SHAH RUKH KHAN, RANI MUKHERJEE G / 120 mins / Drama / E+

• Blended • The Secret Life Of Bees

• Alvin And The Chipmunks • Alvin And The Chipmunks: The Squeakquel • The Lego Movie • The Book Of Life

GERMAN

胡越的故事 / The Story

Terbaik Dari Langit BRONT PALARAE, IEDIL PUTRA, AMERUL AFFENDI, NADIYA NISAA PG-13 / 106 mins / Drama

Of Woo Viet

TAMIL

FLORIAN DAVID FITZ , MATTHIAS SCHWEIGHÖFER PG-13 / 110 mins / Drama / E+

JAPANESE

Ich bin dann mal weg / I’m Off Then

INDONESIA வேதாளம் / Phantom

• Sunshine

AJITH KUMAR, SHRUTI HAASAN, LAKSHMI MENON NR / 148 mins / Action, Drama / E+

• Trouble With The Curve

Iseng (above)

• True Story

DONNY DAMARA, DONNY ALAMSYAH, TIO PAKUSADEWO R / / 100 mins / Drama / E+

• Hot Pursuit

Sepatu Dahlan

• The Big Year • Ice Age: The Meltdown

AJI SANTOSA, DONNY DAMARA, KINARYOSIH G / 98 mins / Drama

• 42 • Invictus

DEVID STRIESOW, MARTINA GEDECK, KAROLINE SCHUCH G / 90 mins / Drama, Comedy / E+

(above)

• San Andreas

• The Descendants

Der geilste Tag / The Most Beautiful Day (above)

CHOW YUN-FAT, CHERIE CHUNG, PG / / 89 mins / Drama / E+

• Independence Day

• The Fault In Our Stars

JEAN RENO, CHRISTIAN CLAVIER, MARIE-ANNE CHAZEL G / 120 mins / Comedy / E+

CHINESE CLASSICS

• Ice Age: Continental Drift

• The Hobbit: The Desolation Of Smaug

FRENCH

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• I, Robot

0.5ミリ / 0.5mm (above) SAKURA ANDO, MASAHIKO TSUGAWA, AKIRA EMOTO G / 197 mins / Drama / E+

エヴェレスト 神々の山嶺 /

Everest: The Summit Of The Gods

JUNICHI OKADA, HIROSHI ABE G / / 122 mins / Drama, Action / E+

மிருதன / Miruthan JAYAM RAVI, LAKSHMI MENON, KAALI VENKAT PG-13 / 106 mins / Science Fiction, Thriller, Action / E+

TAMIL CLASSICS

HUGO SILVA , MICHELLE JENNER, VERÓNICA FORQUÉ PG-13 / 91 mins / Comedy / E+

RAJINIKANTH, AISHWARYA RAI, G / 120 mins / Action, Romance / E+

Distancias cortas / Walking Distance

இந் திரன் / Robot

KOREAN

ARABIC

TAGALOG

• Get Hard

SPANISH

Tenemos que hablar / We Need To Talk (above)

LUCA ORTEGA , MAURICIO ISSAC NR / 100 mins / Drama, Comedy / E+

• Mad Max: Fury Road • Run All Night • The Heat • Jupiter Ascending • The Hobbit: The Battle Of The Five Armies • Horrible Bosses 2 • This Is Where I Leave You • Aloha • DodgeBall: A True Underdog Story

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‫ظرف صحي‬

/ Zarf Sehy / Medical Situation (above)

MOHAMMED REDHA, DOLLY SHAHEEN PG / 88 mins / Comedy / E+

‫ ابوالعريف‬/ Abou Al

Oureef

MAJDY KAMEL, NEHAL ANBAR, PG / 93 mins / Comedy / E+

너를 기억한다 / Remember

You (above)

JUNG WOO-SUNG , KIM HA-NEUL PG-13 / 106 mins / Romance, Mystery / E+

폭력적인 검사 / A Violent

Love Me Tomorrow (above) PIOLO PASCUAL, COLEEN GARCIA, DAWN ZULUETA PG / 130 mins / Comedy, Romance / E+

Prosecutor

Always Be My Maybe

JEONG-MIN HWANG, DONGWON KANG, JIN-MO JOO NR / / 126 mins / Action, Crime / E+, C+

GERALD ANDERSON, ARCI MUNOZ, TIRSO CRUZ III NR / / 112 mins / Romance / E+

ITALIAN

Suburra (above)

PIER FRANCESCO FAVINO, ELIO GERMANO R / 135 mins / Thriller / E+

Mia Madre / My Mother MARGHERITA BUY, JOHN TURTURRO, GIULIA LAZZARINI PG-13 / 106 mins / Drama / E+

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TV

TV HIGHLIGHTS

COMEDY

DRAMA

SPORT

Supergirl S1

• Golf Fever: Malaysia Ep4 (above)

The Middle S7 PATRICIA HEATON, NEIL FLYNN, CHARLIE MCDERMOTT 11 Episodes / 30 mins each

MELISSA BENOIST, CHYLER LEIGH, MEHCAD BROOKS Box Set / 20 Episodes / 60 mins each

Mom S3

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Single mother and recovering addict, Christy, decides to sober up and start a new life in Napa Valley, California, where she attends Alcoholics Anonymous meetings together with her once-estranged mother, Bonnie, who is also a former addict. The third season of the series continues to explore real-life issues that Christy and Bonnie deal with in their dysfunctional lives and relationship.

• Xiamen International Marathon 2016 • Toyota Racing Series 2016

Rush Hour S1 JUSTIN HIRES, JON FOO 5 Episodes / 30 mins each

Rizzoli & Isles S6

MALAY

ANGIE HARMON, SASHA ALEXANDER, JORDAN BRIDGES 9 Episodes / 60 mins each

ANNA FARIS, ALLISON JANNEY, MIMI KENNEDY Box Set / 22 Episodes / / 30 mins each / Comedy

Mike & Molly S5 BILLY GARDELL, MELISSA MCCARTHY, RENO WILSON 3 Episodes / 30 mins each

• Hello… Ep1 Gotham S2 BEN MCKENZIE, JADA PINKETT SMITH, DONAL LOGUE 5 Episodes / 60 mins each

Undateable S2

Sullivan & Son S2

The series centres around Danny, a single guy with commitment issues toward women. Danny finds himself a new roommate in Justin, a bar owner, and inherently inherits Justin’s romantically challenged and oddball friends to whom he feels compelled to dispense dating advice.

STEVE BYRNE, BRIAN DOYLEMURRAY, CHRISTINE EBERSOLE 3 Episodes / 30 mins each

The Big Bang Theory S9

SIMON BAKER, ROBIN TUNNEY, TIM KANG 13 Episodes / 60 mins each

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Mom S3 ANNA FARIS, ALLISON JANNEY, MIMI KENNEDY 22 Episodes / / 30 mins each

• 欢喜吃饱饱 / Hua Hee Makan Ep1 (above) • 新的征程 / A New Journey S3 Ep3

Arrow S4

MELISSA BENOIST, CHYLER LEIGH, MEHCAD BROOKS Box Set / 20 Episodes / 60 mins each / Drama

• LePaknil Ep1

CHINESE

JOHNNY GALECKI, JIM PARSONS, KALEY CUOCO 22 Episodes / 30 mins each

Kara Zor-El was sent to Earth as a child from the doomed planet of Krypton to protect her infant cousin, Kar-El. However, she lands on Earth after 24 years and mysteriously without aging, while Kar-El is now an adult and has become known as Superman. A decade later, Kara begins to harness her superpowers to fight alien criminals her mother had previously prosecuted back on Krypton.

• Komediri Ep1

The Mentalist S7

CHRIS D’ELIA, BRENT MORIN, BIANCA KAJLICH Box Set / 10 Episodes / / 30 mins each / Comedy

Supergirl S1

(above)

ARABIC

STEPHEN AMELL, KATIE CASSIDY, DAVID RAMSEY 7 Episodes / / 60 mins each

• Flying Post Undateable S2

Longmire S4

CHRIS D’ELIA, BRENT MORIN, BIANCA KAJLICH 10 Episodes / / 30 mins each

ROBERT TAYLOR, LOU DIAMOND PHILLIPS, CASSIDY FREEMAN 10 Episodes / / 60 mins each

(above)

• Adam Henein

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TV

JAPANESE

FRENCH

HISTORY

LIFESTYLE

KIDS

• 北海道のカジュアル旅 / Casual Traveling In Hokkaido Ep89 (above)

• The Cyclades, Hidden Treasures Of Greece

• Galleons, Pirates and Treasure Special (above)

• The Halal Foodie Ep4: Singapore

• Be Cool, Scooby-Doo!

• 日本でホット何ですか / What’s Hot In Japan Ep26

• Polynesia, The Pearl Of The Pacific

KOREAN

NATURAL WORLD

(above)

• The Story Of Spice • For Arts Sake

SHOWBIZ • The Smurfs Ep10–Ep13

• 디자인스 투어 시즌2 / Design’s Tour 2 Ep2 (above)

• An Unexpected Journey 2 Ep1

TAMIL

• The World’s Best Dive Sites (above) • Masters Of Rice: A grain with many faces

• Rich Kids Of Beverly Hills (above) • Worst Thing I Ever Bought Ep102 • Fashion Police

BUSINESS

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• Without Boundaries Ep3: Redang Island

• Car Matchmaker: Off Road Warrior

• Hi-5 Ep38–Ep40 • Best In The World Ep3: The best laksa in Bangsar, Kelantan, Penang and Johor Bahru

• Soccer Bugs Ep5

SOUNDSTAGE TRAVEL

• ரசிக்க ருசிக்க / Rasikka Rusikka S2 Ep13 (above)

• வணிகத்தை தேடி / Vanigathai Thedi S2 Ep52

• IT Figures Ep2 (above) • The Big Idea S1

• Lost At SEA Ep2 • Queen: Rags To Rhapsody

• Happy Endings: Chiang Mai Ep2

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

RELIGIOUS

HINDI

• Supper Heroes Ep2: Malacca/Quezon City (above)

• Paradise Wedding: Phuket Ep1 (above) • Science In A Golden Age Ep1 (above) • द ी कप िल शर्मा शो / The Kapil Sharma Show Ep9 (above) E+ • मम्मी का मै जि क / Mummy Ka Magic E+

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• The Eco Traveller Ep2 • Grand Escapes: Bali Ep1

• Rebel Geek Ep1

• Go Travel Ep8

• Rebel Architecture Ep1

• Enrich Luxe Retreats: Destination Sydney

• Enrich Luxe Retreats: UK • Enrich Luxe Retreats: City Of Lights • Enrich Luxe Retreats: Destination Sydney

• Jejak Rasul As-Salam Ep1: Saudara Dari Timur (above)

• Madrasah Ep2

• Masterchef Poh

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including... Sonaone (above), Simple Plan, Iron Maiden, Charlie Puth, Sia, Sara Bareilles, The Vamps, Ed Sheeran, Cyrus, Olly Murs

AUDIO ON DEMAND

AUDIO HIGHLIGHTS

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NAO – For All We Know The debut studio album written and constructed by the British singer-songwriter, NAO, features predominantly soothing electronic sounds intertwined with modern R&B and a touch of funk. The album title is named after the 1934 jazz song of the same name, as a reference to the artist’s background in that genre. NAO has come a long way from her early beginnings as a jazz student and back-up singer to become one of the most progressive voices in the soul and R&B industry.

For All We Know is one of 2016’s most impressive debut albums.

THE HITS

COUNTRY

MALAY

MANDARIN

including... Delta Goodrem (above), Sezairi, Grace, MAGIC!, Blink 182, Tegan & Sara, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Cash Cash, Meghan Trainor

including... Jake Owen (above), Mary Duff, The Highwaymen, Blake Shelton, Kelsea Bellerini, Jewel, Cam, Carrie Underwood, Don Henley

including... Alif Satar (above), Ogy Ahmad Daud, Hujan, Aishah, Aliff Aziz, Datuk Hattan, Wings, Mojo, Dato’ Siti Nurhaliza, KRU

including... Amber Kuo (above), Jam Hsiao, Eve Ai, Phil Lam, Coco Lee, Victor Lau, Sue Su, Cyndi Wang, Rosie Yang, Princess Ai

R&B

JAZZ

NASYID

JAPANESE

including... Maxwell (above), Laura Mvula, Prince Royce, The Weeknd, Miguel, Ciara, Stan Walker, Ne-Yo, Mary J. Blige, Jennifer Hudson

including... Branford Marsalis Quartet With Kurt Elling (above), Allen Toussaint, Miles Davis, Theo Crocker, Sonny Rollins, Bill Frisell

including... Maher Zain (above), Ammar Hamdan, Almarhum Ustaz Asri Ibrahim, UNIC & Ustaz Syed Abd Kadir Aljoofre, Suhaimi Saad, Opick

including... Angela Aki (above), Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, Baby Metal, Scandal, Depapepe, Flow, Kalafina, Mika Nakashima, Eir Aoi, 2PM

CLUB

SOUNDTRACK

HINDI

KOREAN

including... Soda (above), ZHU, DJ Shadow, Moby, Kygo, RUFUS, Faithless, Disclosure, Nero, Giorgio Moroder

including... Ghostbusters (above), Money Monster (OST), The Angry Birds Movie, Original Broadway Cast Recording of ‘On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan’, VINYL: Music From The HBO Original Series Vol. 1, Concussion OST, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Janis Joplin: Little Girl Blue (OST), Star Wars: The Force Awakens

including... Junooniyat (above), Housefull 3, Bhaaghi, Ki & Ka, Rocky Handsome, Best Of A.R Rahman, Sanam Re, Dilwale, Tamasha, Prem Ratan Dhan Payo

including... FTIsland (above), Akdong Musician, AOA, Lee Hi, 4minute, Winner, iKon, Hyuna, Royal Pirates, BTOB

CLASSICAL

Blink-182 – California The seventh studio album of the American punk rock band is their first without co-founder Tom DeLonge, whose absence is filled by vocalist-guitarist Matt Skiba. The album’s first single Bored to Death skyrocketed up the US rock charts, proving that Blink-182 still has what it takes to appeal to the current generation of angsty youths.

California is clearly the musical direction the band should be heading.

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including... Handel In Rome 1707, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, The Vienna Philharmonic & Mariss Jansons, Simone Kermes, Nils Monkemeyer, Sabine Meyer, Julia Fischer and William Youn, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus of Vienna, Christian-Pierre La Marca, Placido Domingo, Ludovico Einaudi, David Garrett, Igor Levit

LIGHT & EASY

including... Gimme Some Lovin’, Tom Odell, Vincent Niclo, case/ lang/veirs, Roxette, Bob Dylan, Ray Lamontagne

RELAX

including... Yanni, Yiruma, Enya, Jennifer Defrayne, Michał Lewicki, Carl Weingarten

COMEDY

including... Weird Al Yankovic, Lily Tomlin, Mike Birbiglia, Jerry Seinfeld, Ray Romano, Woody Allen, Bocey

TAMIL

including... Thodari, Meenkuzhambum Manpaanayum, Irudhi Suttru, Size Zero, Masala Padam, Baahubali - The Beginning, Varuthapadatha Vaalibar Sangam, Idhu, Kathirvelan Kadhal

WORLD

including... Humood Alkhuder, Celtic Thunder, Magos & Limon, Miloš Karadaglić, Aziza Brahim, Vieux Farka Toure & Julia Easterlin, St. Germain, Bixiga 70, Terakaft, Toto la Momposina y Sus Tambores, Fofoulah

CANTONESE

including... Phil Lam, Jason Chan, Eason Chan, MR., Pong Nan, Priscilla Chan, Sandy Lam, Ella Koon, PakHo, GEM Tang

INDONESIA

including... Indah Dewi Pertiwi, Nadira Adnan, Sheila On 7, Ungu, Hijau Daun, ST12, Sherina, Judika, Afgan, Rossa

KIDS

including... Lah-Lah, Jane Sheldon & Teddy Tahu Rhodes, Nay Nay, Siti Nordiana, Emma, Rhys Muldoon, Play School, Jennifer Gasoi, The Wiggles

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RADIO CHANNELS & E-LEARNING

CHART TOPPERS

MALAY HITS

MANDARIN MIX

JAZZ

HOSTED BY B EN LOH

HOSTED BY K C ISMAIL

HOSTED BY C HONG HUEY LING

HOSTED BY B RAD POWER

E-LEARNING

Put your time in the air to good use with our essential learning tools.

Some learning tools only available on selected routes.

ROCK ARENA

including... Shila Amzah & Alif Satar (above), Sarimah Ibrahim (feat.

Rydza Radzy), Repvblik, Lawa Nie Geng, Nabila Razali, Faizal Ramliy, Afgan, Pandora, Eyza Bahra, Nidji, Farahdhiya, Qanda, Harris Baba

MALAY CLASSICS

including... 曲婉婷 (above), 曹格, 丁噹, 李荣浩, 孙燕姿, 林宥嘉, 戴佩妮, 方大同, 五 月天, 陈奕迅, 李佳薇, 方炯 镔, 林明祯, 邓紫棋, 苏盈之, 品冠 Jayden, 家家, 许亮宇, 张韶涵, Fuying & Sam, 周 杰伦 & 张惠妹, 张栋梁

KOREAN HOSTED BY E LLEN HAN

including... Joe Pass (above), The Gene Harris Quartet, Brother Jack McDuff, Stacey Kent, Woody Herman, Taylor Eigsti, Benny Green & Russell Malone, Gregory Porter, Michael Brecker, Christian McBride, Scott Hamilton, Eliane Elias

Holy Quran

An interactive e-learning application that enables passengers to read the Holy Quran and listen to its recitation.

NASYID

HOSTED BY J AY SHELDON

including... Bad Company (above), The Velvet Underground, The Parrots, Motorhead, Deep Purple, T.Rex, Kansas, Garbage, Jeff Beck, Merchandise, The Doors, The Hollies

GOLDEN ERA

including... Ramlah Ram (above), A. Ramlie, J. Mizan, Sudirman, Salamiah Hassan, Iklim, Zaiton Sameon, Wan, Fauziah Latiff, Azlina Aziz, Dato’ M Daud Kilau, Hetty Koes Endang, Kopratasa

HINDI RHYTHMS

including... Wonder Girls (above), Girl Friends, Sistar, Beast, Kim Tae Woo Ali Davichi, Eric Nam, Loco, TaeYeon, San E, Raina, Kissum, Seulong, Seo Hyun Jin, Yoo Seung Woo, Jung Seung Hwan

JAPANESE HOSTED BY K AORU SATO

HOSTED BY R ICHARD LA FABER

Berlitz® Word Traveler Including... Sami Yusof (above), Ammar Hamdan, Humood Al-Khuder, Maher Zain, Imam Muda Asyraf, Hazami, Farid Sanullah, Faizal Tahir, Azmarul Azuan, Wani (feat. Juzzthin)

This language training tool can teach you the basics of 23 languages.

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including... Pentatonix (above), Lawson, gnash, MAGIC!, Slot Machines, Snakehips (feat. Zayn), Troye Sivan, Katy Perry, Britney Spears (feat. G-Eazy), Tiesto, Jonas Blue, Halsey, Fergie, Rihanna, SAFIA, Frenship, Jack Garratt

AGHANI ARABBIYAH

HOSTED BY M ONA JASMAN

b-wise™ (A380 only)

Learn about local business cultures and etiquette, wherever you are in the world!

including... Donna Summer (above), Seal, Sister Sledge, Deee-Lite, Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, Harry Nilsson, Rod Stewart, Tom Jones, Huey Lewis & The News, The Beach Boys, John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John

including... Nikhil D’souza (above), Vishal Dadlani, Shalmali Kholgade, Sonu Nigam, Meet Bros, Asad Abbas, Arijit Singh, Arjun, Samira Koppikar, Meet Bros Anjjan (feat.

Khushboo Grewal), Sohail Sen, Mika Singh, Neeti Mohan

including... Yui (above), アンジェラ・アキ Angela Aki, ナオト・インティライ ミ Naoto Intiraimi, 平井 堅 Ken Hirai, 平原綾香 Hirahara Ayaka, 福山雅 治 Fukuyama Masaharu, 葵エイル Eir Aoi, TM Revolution, Scandal, 森山直太朗 Moriyama Naotaro, Kalafina

including... Ramy Sabry (above), Razan, Amr Mostafa, Sherine, Loai, Fadl Shaker (feat.

Elissa), Mohamed Raheem, Somaya, Rabih Al Assamr, Suwar, Ehab Tawfik, Samara, Hatem Fahmi, Houda Haddad, Dina Hayek

Passengers with AVOD can enjoy a host of radio shows across a range of genres. Channel numbers depend on the aircraft.

Check your aircraft type and then on your in-flight entertainment system to find out.

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Soundview Executive Book Summaries (A380 only)

A quick and easy way to distill key ideas from today’s top business books.

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HANDSET INSTRUCTIONS

GETTING STARTED For passengers with a seatback personal screen, please refer to the following instructions for use of the remote control. 擁有個人屏幕的乘客請參照以下圖像和說明來使用您的遙控器. 個人スクリーンをお持ちのお客様はお手元のハンドセットを下の画像と合わせてから続けてお読みください.

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1. 控制板*

1. 上下左右ボタン*

2. Window Display

2. 顯示視窗

2. ウィンドウ表示

3. Mode

3. 模式

3. モード

4.

Reading Light ON/OFF

4. 閱讀燈 ON/OFF

4. 読書用ライトON/OFF

5.

Channel UP/DOWN

5. 頻道 UP/DOWN

5. チャンネルUP/DOWN

6.

Volume UP/Down

6. 音量 UP/DOWN

6. 音声ボリュームUP/DOWN

7. Brightness UP/DOWN

7. 亮度 UP/DOWN

7. 明るさUP/DOWN

8. Button Disabled

8. 呼叫乘務員/取消

8. 乗務員呼び出し/取消

9. Select/Start*

9. 選擇/開始*

9. 選択/スタート*

10. Enter*

10. 確認*

10. 入力*

11. Game Controls*

11. 遊戲控制*

11. ゲームコントロール*

12. Audio/Video Controls To Rewind, Play/Pause, Forward and Stop for Audio/Video.

12.

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1.

Control Paddle*

13. Back button To go to previous screen.

14. Screen ON/OFF button To switch the Interactive screen ON/OFF. 15. Home button Shortcut to go to Main Menu.

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16. QWERTY keyboard - B738 / A333 17. Magnetic card reader * Not on the Inseat System

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Up Close

1. The greatest moment in my life was when I won my first World Open title in Hong Kong in 2005 at the age of 22.

3. The one virtue I try to live by is living life to the fullest. goingplacesmagazine.com / 96 / October 2016

4. The people I most admire are my parents.

5. I deplore people who are lazy.

6. The quality I like most in a person is staying simple and true to one’s self.

7. My guilty pleasures are (deep fried) chicken wings.

8. To keep motivated, I train really hard to perform at my best at competitions.

9. The book I’m reading now is Bossypants by Tina Fey. 10. My current favourite song is In Common by Alicia Keys.

HOLDER OF THE WORLD SQUASH CHAMPION TITLE FOR A RECORD EIGHT TIMES, MALAYSIA’S DATUK NICOL DAVID, REVEALS THAT WHAT SHE REALLY WANTS TO DO IS … FLY, LIKE HER FAVOURITE SUPERHERO, SUPERMAN.

PHOTO COURTESY OF NICOL DAVID

2. The greatest regret I have is … nothing.

11. The last time I took a vacation was last July in Spain.

12. To relieve stress, I listen to music or dance to good R&B/Hip Hop tunes at street dance classes.

17. In another life, I am Lara Croft: Tomb Raider or Black Widow?

Lara Croft: Tomb Raider.

21. If I could invite three people, dead or alive, to dinner, they would be … there are too many people I’d like to invite!

13. The three things I cannot live without are my iPhone, sketch/note book and my wallet.

18. My favorite superhero is Superman.

Ever since I was a little girl, I would wear my Superman t-shirt that had a cape and fly around the house.

22. And we would be eating Malaysian fusion food. We’ll mix everything good together!

14. My favourite movie of all time is … too many to mention but mainly true life stories or inspirational sports movies.

15. The most memorable scenes are when somebody wins at the end!

16. If I had super powers, it would be the ability to fly or teleport.

19. If I could turn back time, I would not change a thing.

20. If I could change one thing in this world, it would be to secure a stable life for everyone, with proper homes and living resources for all.

23. And discussing the food we’re eating, to start with, then who knows where the conversation will take us!

24. When flying, I never wear caps.

25. When flying, I always have my massive headphones with me.