E s c a py Escape Into A World Of Travel And Adventure
Mah Meri A Cultural Walk
Urumee Melam The Calling Of Spirits
Kellie’s Castle A Story of Love And Tragedy
A Road Trip
The Damai Laut Food & Fun Hunt
Rooms
Swiss-Garden Beach Resort Damai Laut
Foodies Spiced Pumpkin Cafe & Bakery
The Beats Of Selangor A Journey Through Music
z Bali & Spice
Lots More Inside
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Dear friends, Welcome to another issue of Escapy, your free travel digital magazine and “Pockezine�; your magazine that is designed to be read on mobile devices. First and foremost Happy Chinese New Year and Gong Xi Fa Cai to all celebrating the new lunar year. Welcome to the year of the rooster... not just any rooster but the fire rooster. We wish you lots of travel, lots of luck, lots of experiences, lots of laughter, and lots of happiness. You know how music gives little hints about certain cultures and traditions... In this issue we look we look at the Beats of Selangor, the music from various cultures in Selangor. We recently participated in a treasure hunt called the Damai Laut Food and Fun Hunt 2017. It was loads of fun. We saw certain areas in Lumut, Teluk Intan, Sitiawan, etc. that are really interesting. Not forgetting the yummy food found in the area. Read about it here too and perhaps you would head out on your own adventure and go in search of these places. Well my friends, there are lots more inside. Thank you for reading Escapy and have many, many wonderful adventures.
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Batu Caves A Cave Of Temples
The Damai Laut Food & Fun Hunt
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KL Tower Mini Zoo A Zoo In The City
Spiced Pumpkin Cafe & Bakery
Bali & Spice, Da-Men Subang Jaya Page: 124
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Cultures Philemon Foo
Beats Of Selangor An Adventure Into Cultures Via Music Fact:
Selangor the heart of Malaysia is a melting pot of cultures, some forgotten.
R
ecently, the State Economic Development Unit Selangor together with GAYA Travel, and the Selangor Exco for Youth Generation Development, Sports, Culture, and Entrepreneurship, and PUSAKA, organized an event called Rentak Selangor (Beats Of Selangor) that focuses on cultural music and dance of various groups in Selangor, Malaysia.
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This event took us on a journey back in time where the music of old graced the few radios with music from genres that were once popular but have long lost its lustre; such as “Keroncong, Cempuling, etc.” With the aim of preserving culture, we embarked on a learning adventure into the “Beats of Selangor.”
Adventure Into The Past
^An old train engine on display at Alam Shah Museum.
Our adventure started at the Alam Shah Museum in Shah Alam where we went on an hour and a half journey to a place in Sepang, a coastal area in Selangor (Malaysia), and stopped at the Banghuris Homestay in a village called Hulu Chuchoh. Here we were greeted warmly by our hosts as we took our seats at the dining table. 11
Cempuling
^Feature Cempuling Cendana Klasik.
Here we were entertained by a band called the Cempuling Cendana Klasik, a band that plays a genre of music called “Cempuling,� a genre of music from Java. The line up of instruments here are various traditional percussion instruments, an accordion, as well as more modern stringed instruments, and a keyboard.
The traditional percussion instruments include the “Rebana Ibu, Rebana Gong, Rebana Kempul, Rebana Kempreng, Enteng-Enteng, and the Rebana Anak.� These instruments form the basic beats of Cempuling music. Adding guitars, keyboard, and an accordion gives it a more melodious tune. 13
^Cempuling Cendana Klasik in action.
Cempuling Cendana Klasik plays a variety of songs from local classical tunes to other genres the likes of cha-cha, pop, etc. with the exception of rock. They also sing songs from other countries such as Thai, Hindustan, Chinese (Malaysia / Hong Kong / China), and Arabic song.
Banghuris Homestay
Should you be interested in staying the night, Banghuris Homestay offers village type accommodations. Address: Banghuris Homestay, Kg. Hulu Chuchoh, 43950 Sg. Pelek. Sepang, Selangor, Malaysia. Tel: +6013-300 3942
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Bugis (Buginese) Dances
The Bugis have long migrated to Malaysia yet not much is known about their culture. Even in Sulawesi, Indonesia where they came from, the Bugis culture is lost. Lucky, all is not lost as a small group of Buginese people in Malaysia are trying their very best to reignite the flames of their culture.
^Professor Dr. Haji Mohd Lahir Bin Haji Maharam.
Professor Dr. Haji Mohd Lahir Bin Haji Maharam, an expert in Buginese dances and Mohamad Romazi Bin Nordin, both of the Buginese Malay Association of Selangor are hard at work bring back the Bugis Culture with the teaching and practise of the language, music, and dance. On this trip we experienced the “Citra Ugik� (The Bugis Ensemble).
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Tarian Poja or Pooja (Pooja Dance)
According to Professor Dr. Haji Mohd Lahir Bin Haji Maharam, In the days of old before the introduction of Islam to the Buginese community, the Pooja Dance started as a dance to praise the Gods. Later after the introduction of Islam it was used to praise the sultan and is dance performed only in the palace for the royal family and no one else.
That of course is history and today the Pooja Dance is used publicly as a dance to welcome guests and visitors to functions, celebrations, etc. on many occasions. It has since become an art and an important part of the Buginese culture.
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Tarian Maduppa Bosara (Maduppa Bosara Dance)
The Maduppa Bosara Dance used to be a dance performed while the sultan was dining. These days it is a dance performed to welcome guests with sweet desserts. These sweet desserts are to signify gratefulness as in being grateful for having one (visitors) come visit.
The “bosara” is a metal dish used when serving the sweet desserts to visitors and guests. Dancers dressed in “baju bodo” (literally means stupid clothing) as it is a simple square shirt without any decorations; dance about carrying the “bosara,” placing it on the table where the guests or visitors are seated at the end of the dance.
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Tarian Zapin Cemara (Zapin Cemara Dance)
The Zapin Cemara Dance is an upbeat Buginese dance that incorporates martial arts movements called silat. The Zapin Cemara Dance is normally performed at the end of a martial arts competition or demonstration.
Tarian Pattennung (Pattennung Dance)
The Pattennung Dance is a dance that depicts women weaving with moves showcasing the patience and hard work that women put into the craft of weaving cloth. The moves begins with “mappali” or thread spinning, followed by “massau” which means inserting the thread into a weaving machine. Next is to weave the thread into cloth. This dance originated in Toraja, South Sulawesi, Indonesia. 23
Urumee Melam
^ World famous Urumee Melam band, the Chinna Rasa Urumee Melam Masana Kali. Urumee Melam is a drumming method that comes from Tamil Nadu, South India. This method of drumming was brought over by the Indian community that migrated over to Malaysia from South India and is usually played during religious ceremonies and processions such as Thaipusam, a Hindu festival celebrated mostly by the Tamil community here in Malaysia.
^The Urumee drum. Checkout the intricate carvings.
Urumee is a type of drum that comes from Tamil Nadu, South India, and is designed in an hourglass shape made up of wood, usually jack wood. The heads are usually made of cow hide. The whole assembly is fastened together using ropes and metal coils.
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The Calling Of Spirits
^ Saying a prayer before drumming. A huge golden statue of Murugan (Hindu deity) in the background.
Urumee Melam is played typically by drummers called “Dalits� or the oppressed, and the drumming is used to call up spirits inducing spirit possessions and putting some into a trance. The Urumee Melam drums up various sounds including the sounds of moaning.
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^As they played, souds of moaning can be heard. The sound is made by rubbing the drum head.
One of the world famous Urumee Melam band is the Chinna Rasa Urumee Melam Masana Kali, a Malaysian Urumee Melam band. They not only perform ceremonial drum beats but also more familiar modern beats from various pop songs.
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Mah Meri Dances
^ Mah Meri dancers and musicians.
The Mah Meri tribe is believed to be the oldest indigenous tribe in Malaysia. They are well known for two types of ritual dances called “Tarian Mayin Jo’oh” or Jungle dance and “Tarian Topeng” or Mask dance. These dances are accompanied by music played using drums, bamboo, and a violin.
^A masked dancer joking about whilst performing the “Tarian Topeng.�
Female dancers put on traditional clothing made of natural materials made of materials gotten from trees as well as a head wear made of palm leaves. Two male dancers wearing similar clothing with the exception of an additional wooden mask, dance around doing things like picking up things, and joking about.
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^A Mah Meri violinist playing a tune as the dancers danced.
More Information
^Drumming with bamboo.
The Mah Meri activities can be experienced at the Mah Meri Cultural Village in Carey Island, Selangor, Malaysia. Address: Jln Kampong Orang Asli Sungai Bumbun, Kampung Manikavasagam, 42960 Pulau Carey, Selangor, Malaysia. Hours: 9AM–6PM Phone: +60 10-252 2800 31
^Reminds me of ZZ Top.
Educational
^A Buginese dancer preparing for her performance.
The Rentak Selangor (Beats Of Selangor) was very educational even for a Selangor born person. It is good that the Selangor Government put emphasis on maintaining and keeping these traditions and cultures alive.
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Travel Guide Philemon Foo
Batu Caves A Cave Of Temples Interesting:
Batu Caves Temples were built by South Indian migrants since 1891.
C
aves, cavities naturally formed in places like mountains and hills, underground, etc. that conjures up a sense of mystery and adventure. Caves have been many things to us humans, such as shelter, playground of adventure, and places of worship. Batu Caves is home to the ĹšrÄŤ Subramaniar Swamy Devasthanam temple, also called Batu Caves temple by the locals. 37
Very Popular
^Inside the caves.
Batu Caves, built in 1891, is a very popular tourist destination. It is also the most popular Hindu shrine outside India dedicated to Murugan (a Hindu deity), attracting millions of visitors both local and foreign especially during the Thaipusam festival.
Tallest Statue Of Murugan
Nearing Batu Caves one will see this huge golden statue. This statue of Murugan stands at about 140 feet and it is the tallest statue of Murugan in the world. This huge towering statue stands at the entrance to Batu Caves. 39
Caves & Galleries
At the base of Batu Caves there are two temples, and Art Gallery Cave, and a Museum. The gallery and museum showcases Hindu statues and paintings. Somewhere about midway up the steps is another cave section called Dark Cave, a place showcasing the natural history of the cave.
A Workout
While the entrance to Batu Caves, the Hindu shrines and two temples sit at the bottom of the cave at ground level, one will have to climb 272 steps to get into the main chamber to see more temples. Climbing 272 steps is certainly a good workout. 41
Along the climb one may encounter macaques hanging out by the side of the steps looking for food and waiting for a handout. The higher one climbs the tougher it gets as the muscles start to feel the strain of the climb.
when one reaches the top one gets a pretty view of the town below (Gombak). Up here is a huge chamber or hall. With the timing right, nice cool breeze blows through certain areas. Walking in, one will come to temples, shops, etc. The atmosphere in the chamber is cooler too.
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A Ceremonial Sacrifice
During Thaipusam devotees go into a trance, have their bodies pierced with skewers and / or large hooks, etc. carrying a heavy thing called a “Kavadi�; make their way on foot all the way to the top climbing each of the 272 steps. An incredible feat indeed. > Work going on at the entrance.
What’s There To Do
The climb up is a good way to challenge oneself and strengthen one’s believe in one’s capabilities. Although 272 steps may not sound tough, it really is quite a challenge especially to the less fit. However, taking that challenge and just climbing no matter what one’s body says will at the end (at the top) be rewarding. 45
Photography is another thing that can be done. There are lots of statues to photograph. Should one not want to engage in photographing these statues, one can shoot the town below, natural structures or architecture of Batu Caves, etc. > The world tallest statue of Murugan.
> The huge chamber at the top. 47
Take Note
As Batu Caves is a place of worship certain things need to be followed. Dressing is one of them. Shorts are not allowed and skirts must be below knee length. Revealing clothing are not allowed too. It is best to wear pants that are no shorter than knee length, t-shirt, and comfortable walking shoes. Other rules include no spitting, no pets, and no smoking. Do bring a long a bottle of drinking water to rehydrate.
Additional Information
Address: Batu Caves, 68100 Batu Caves, Selangor, Malaysia Phone: +60 1-300-88-5050 49
^Sde shot of Murugan.
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Travel Guide Philemon Foo
The Mah Meri Tribe A Walk Into An Old Culture Fact:
The Mah Meri are said to be the oldest indigenous tribe in Malaysia.
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he Mah Meri tribe is believed to be the oldest indigenous tribe in Malaysia. They used to be sea gypsies and formidable sea warriors back in the day, protecting the coastal waters of Selangor from intruders. These days they are no longer sea gypsies but live in various villages, some along the coastal areas of Selangor (mainly in Carey Island), some in Negeri Sembilan, Malacca, and Johor. > A Mah Meri mask. 53
Mah Meri as they are known now, comes from two words; Mah meaning people and Meri of which means forest. But prior to being known as Mah Meri, they were originally known as Besisi, or Mah Betisek; “people with fish scales,� perhaps back when they were sea gypsies.
Beliefs
The majority of the Mah Meri people believe in and worship spirits. To them everything has a spirit. Plants, trees, rocks, wood, etc. have spirits. It could be a spirit of their ancestors or it could be other spirits (good and evil). They live their lives trying their best not to anger any of these spirits. When a person falls ill, the belief is that a spirit has been angered and has punished the said person with illness. > Mah Meri prayer alter. 55
Culture Kept Alive
^Bird on eggs made using palm leaves. The Mah Meri are expert wood carvers and handicraft makers. Being “forest people� they make use of natural things like wood, leaves, etc. turning them into various handicraft items. What they are famous for is the wood carvings of certain animals (especially one of a tiger and chains), and face masks.
The wood carvings made by the Mah Meri are not mere decorative objects but hold spiritual and rich mythological meanings. Behind some of these wood carvings are stories that are best told by the woodcarver himself. Such stories and woodcarving skills have been shared for generations. 57
Dances
One important part of the Mah Meri tribe is their traditional ritual dances. They are well known for two types of dances called “Tarian Mayin Jo’oh” or Jungle dance and “Tarian Topeng” or Mask dance. Dances wear costumes made of natural materials such as bark, leaves, etc. Two male dancers wear wooden mask and it is said that when they put on these mask they take on a new persona.
“Tarian Mayin Jo’oh” is performed during “Hari Moyang” or “Ancestor’s Day” where the Mah Meri people worship their ancestors, performing various rituals of which includes cleansing and worshiping at the spirit huts. > Guardian of the spirit hut. 59
Story Tellers
The Mah Meri have lots of stories to tell. Some handed down from many generations and some through their own personal experiences. One story is that of an old lady who used to reside in a hut. She wanted children but unfortunately she could not have one. > The old lady immortalized at the spirit hut. She is peaking.
^Sharing the story of the old lady at the spirit hut.
One day while walking in the jungle she chanced upon two tiger cubs and decided to adopt them as her own children. They lived with her in her hut. She told people in her village that should they want to visit they must only come at a certain time (when the cubs are a sleep). She also said that one day if she is never seen again, it means that her children have buried her. There is a deeper meaning to this story. 61
Mah Meri Cultural Village
^A sugarcane crushing device made by the Mah Meri. To learn more and experience the Mah Meri culture, visit the Mah Meri Cultural Village in Carey Island. As the Mah Meri speak do not speak English; bring along a translator (should the need arise) as the Mah Meri people have lots to share. Address: Jln Kampong Orang Asli Sungai Bumbun, Kampung Manikavasagam, 42960 Pulau Carey, Selangor, Malaysia. Hours: 9AM–6PM Phone: +60 10-252 2800
> Mah Meri dancer’s head gear. 63
> Mah Meri dancer wearing a mask.
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The Damai Laut Food & Fun Hunt A Road Trip Of Adventure Fact:
Lumut is the gateway to Pangkor Island and is famous for dried sea produce.
“T
reasure Hunt,� the second I heard those words my mouth automatically said yes even before my brain could comprehend the invitation I was offered verbally. It was only after saying yes that I started thinking of all the work I had piled up back in the office, and all the appointments I have had made.
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From Kuala Lumpur To Lumut
This treasure hunt organized by Swiss-Garden International Hotels, Resorts, and Inns started at the Swiss-Garden Hotel Kuala Lumpur with the finish line being the Swiss-Garden Beach Resort Damai Laut in Lumut, Perak. The distance is about 241 kilometres but on a treasure hunt it was a lot more.
The Damai Laut Food and Fun Hunt was broken into two days. The first day saw us flagging off at 8.30am hunting all the way from Kuala Lumpur to Lumut visiting towns such as Bidor (the birth place of one of my favourite noodle places, Pun Chun Restaurant), Teluk Intan, Sitiawan, and then on to Lumut. 69
^A famous noodle processing place called Hock Chew So Mee Shua Konpian in Sitiawan, Perak.
We had to crack clues, hunt down a good number of places where we had to do challenges of which mainly involves eating, taking selfies or wefies, buying or searching for treasures, and to collect stamps; a sign that we have completed a certain challenge. Day two was more manageable although we had more questions, more challenges, tougher brain teasers, and two more treasures to get. Day two saw us visiting Batu Gajah, Pasir Panjang, Beruas, the tin mining town of Tanjung Tualang (also a famous fishing area), etc.
What A Rush
^Panning marbles in a pan.
We were in a frantic rush all the time having to race against 18 other teams, and time itself. My mind was so engrossed with the hunt that I ate so fast I could not tell what I was tasting, drank so fast I cannot remember what I had drank, and now sitting back on my office chair... wondering what I had done. 71
Places Of interest
^Famous bread makers / bakers called Kedai Roti Kim Hock (Kim Hock Bread Shop).
Of course there are parts of the hunt that I can still remember thanks to what little grey matter I have left or perhaps these things have had an impact on me. So, here they are, not in any order of time category or place.
Mee Kari Ramli Bidor
I was still full from the heavy breakfast that I had at the Swiss-Garden Hotel Kuala Lumpur (over ate as the omelettes were just so tasty). I believe that this was our first stop. Although feeling full I had to order a bowl of curry noodles. I told my team that I will eat as much as I can and the rest will be shared (since we were all still full). After the first bite I just went on and on, and I somehow emptied the yummy bowl of curry noodles leaving nothing to my team mates. 73
James Cendol
Cendol is a cool dessert with fragrant Malaccan brown sugar syrup, coconut milk, green pudding strips, and shaved iced mixed together. I love cendol and normally I take my time to savour this delicious dessert, but this time I downed the bowl of cedol in 14 seconds; the fastest record I believe during this hunt. Anyway, James Cendol serves one of the best cendols. A definite must try when one is in Sitiawan. * In front of Maha Mariamman Temple Opens 11am-5.30pm
The Last Remaining Tin Dredge
One of the place we visited is the last remaining tin dredge in Malaysia. The place is TT5 in Tanjung Tualang. Unfortunately the dredge is currently undergoing maintenance work as it is sinking slowly, and we were not allowed to go on it. However, when it reopens, this tin dredge will house a museum and I will be back to visit. 75
Kellie’s Castle
Kellie’s Castle is a ruined mansion built by a Scottish planter named William Kellie Smith. Kellie’s Castle is situated in Batu Gajah, Perak, and was built as a gift to his wife as well as to be a home away from home. Unfortunately, tragedy struck and the mansion did not see completion. >Full article in this issue.
Leaning Tower Of Teluk Intan
You’ve probably heard of the Leaning Tower of Pisa. This here is indeed a leaning tower. Just like the one in Pisa, this tower wasn’t meant to lean. The ground of which it stands on is somewhat soft and the tower started tilting hence its name, the Leaning Tower of Teluk Intan. 77
Tua Pek Kong Temple, Sitiawan
The Tua Pek Kong Temple is a temple that is said to be over a 100 years old. This temple is where giant statues of deities lookout into the coast of Pasir Panjang in Sitiawan. There are some 98 statues there of deities and animals based on the Chinese calendar. It is a serene place hidden within a village that one can go to take some photos.
Pasir Panjang Turtle Sanctuary
Not far from the Swiss-Garden Beach Resort Damai Laut is the Pasir Panjang Turtle Sanctuary. This here is where research and studies of turtles take place. Eggs are collected from nest before poachers and predators get to them. These eggs are hatched in a hatchery and the hatchlings are kept until they are about 6 months old before they are released back into the sea. 79
I See The Light
^Winning team of the Damai Laut Fun & Food Hunt.
One thing this food and fun hunt has done for me is to show me that there are so many things to do, see, and eat in Perak. It certainly is an eye opener. Now, I will just have to make my way to the Swiss-Garden Beach Resort Damai Laut again but this time at a slower pace to enjoy what I had to rush through during the hunt. * Directions to all these attractions can be found on Google Maps
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Kellie’s Castle
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hen one visit’s Perak, Kellie’s Castle is one of the attractions that one must visit. It is by no means like the castles in Europe. Far from it in fact. It is actually a ruin, and not one of a castle but a mansion. Like all ruins, there is a story behind Kellie’s Castle.
Back Into History
^The cellar as well as entrance to an underground tunnel.
Kellie’s Castle is located in Batu Gajah, Perak, Malaysia. It all started back in the late 1800s, when William Smith came to Malaya in search of opportunities. He started his own company and built a successful business called William Smith Civil Engineers, Architects and Contractors. He then bought 200 acres of land in Batu Gajah for coffee and rubber.
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^William and Agnes in their black Marlborough, one of four cars in his collection.
In 1903 he met Agnes who shortly after became his wife. They got married and in 1904 Helen, their first child was born. Their son, Anthony, heir to his estates was born in 1915. They were then living in Kellas House on the grounds of Kellas Estate. Agnes was feeling rather uncomfortable as she was used to the cooler weather of England and spent lots of time at the hill stations such as Maxwell Hill in Taiping where the climate is cooler. To help her feel more at home and to show his love for her, he decided to build her a castle.
Construction Begins
William brought in 70 craftsmen from Chennai, Madras in India, together with bricks and marble to build his mansion. Construction begun but not long later Williams finances took a turn and he had to sell off parts of his estates. World War 1 too played a role interrupting the delivery of raw materials and funding. > Steps that leads to the uncompleted 1st floor. 85
Things Got Worse
^A depiction of a room should the castle see completion.
A virulent strain of Spanish Flu struck killing many of his workers of which included skill masons, etc. Work on his mansion slowed. In 1926, William Kellie Smith died at the age 56 of pneumonia during a short trip to Lisbon in Portugal. Devastated, Agnes returned to Scotland and the construction of Kellie’s mansion never saw completion.
An Attraction
That was history. These days Kellie’s Castle attracts many visitors. It is one of those places photographers go to, to shoot wedding photos, models, etc. Visitors flock to the ruin to see and learn about the place and its history. Ghost hunters too flock there as there have been reports of ghostly sounds and sightings. *Time to turn on the lights and hide under a blanket. 87
Ghost Of William Smith
^William (far right) and Agnes (left most) enjoy time with friends.
One of the ghosts that call Kellie’s Castle home is said to be that of William Kellie Smith himself (seen by a crew member of a Canadian nature scientists doing research there). Perhaps he returned to haunt his incomplete project, a mansion for his loved one. No one knows. His ghost is said to pace the corridors. Sightings of a child ghosts has also been recorded believed to be that of Helen, the first child of William and Agnes.
< William Kellie Smith
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^Staff members of William’s abode at Kellas Estate.
There have been other ghost sightings at Kellie’s Castle of which includes a guard without feet that stopped a group of visitors from entering the place, and that of a white ghost with black hair seen by one of the guards that guard Kellie’s Castle.
What To Do Here
^A nearby temple that was built by William has a statue of him (William) amongst the deities.
If you’re into ghost hunting, well, you’ve just found a new site to visit. For the rest of us, ruins offer lots of photo opportunities. There are also lots of information about the place for one to read. It is nice to just go there and experience the place. Don’t go alone though. Bring some friends. 91
Information Address: 31000 Batu Gajah, Perak, Malaysia. Operating Hours: 9am to 5pm Phone: +60 5-365 3381 Entrance Fees: Mykad holders - Adult RM5.00 | Children RM3.00 | Senior Citizens RM4.00 Non Mykad Holders - Adult RM10.00 | Children RM8.00 Parking: RM2.00
> The family alter at Kellieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Castle.
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KL Tower Mini Zoo A Zoo In Kuala Lumpur City Fact:
The KL Tower Mini Zoo is home to over 60 species of animals.
^What comes to mind when one mentions Kuala Lumpur.
W
hen one mentions Kuala Lumpur, what comes to mind is an image of a modern city with tall skyscrapers, large shopping centres, busy commercial centres, etc. One thing that probably would not pop up in oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mind is a zoo. Kuala Lumpur certainly has a mini zoo right in the city itself.
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Kids Will Love It
^A parrot welcoming children to the mini zoo.
The iconic KL Tower is certainly a must visit. Right below it is the KL Tower Mini Zoo. Kids just love seeing and interacting with animals and the KL Tower Mini Zoo allows just that (not all animals of course).
Once inside there are parrots, cockatoos, and iguanas on branches waiting to be picked up and photographed. There is also a friendly wallaby hopping about greeting visitors and hoping for a handout. In big glassed areas are meerkats, prairie dogs, etc. >An iguana hanging out on a branch. 97
^A disfigured rabbit stares at the camera.
Leaving the air-conditioned area one comes to another area with a large python, a cayman, etc. in large glassed areas. Here too one gets to pet chickens and observe cute monkeys. Leaving this enclosure will take you out to the open areas.
Larger Animals
Outside one gets to see and feed ostriches, deers, etc. The cutest animals here with cutest eyes are the alpacas. Alpacas have thick wool and big round cute eyes making them so adorable. They will walk up to you hoping for food. >The adorable eyes of an alpaca. 99
Petting Area
^Two guinea pigs sharing a vegetable.
At the petting area children get to pet and feed guinea pigs and rabbits. Green vegetables are provided by the staffs that the rabbits and guinea pigs love eating unless they are full (or unwell). One thing to keep in mind is to not allow children to pick up the rabbits as rabbits generally do not like to be picked up and can injure (fatally or non fatally) themselves in their bid to escape.
The Oldest Animals
The oldest animals here would perhaps be the tortoises. There are a few of them walking about. These tortoises love vegetable and visitors are allowed to feed them. However, children (and adults) are not allowed to sit on them. Maybe some have thus why the staff had to mention so.
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Feeding Birds
There is an enclosure where colourful sun conures hangout. With bird seeds in hand one will automatically become an attraction to these sun conures. They will fly to oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hand to eat the seeds thus allowing for fun photos.
> A white parrot perching on a branch. 103
> An osterich hoping for a handout.
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^A Lop ear rabbit feeling suspicious. The KL Tower Mini Zoo is certainly a fun place to visit for the whole family. Those with babies take note as there will be some climbing (steps) involved. Address : KL Tower, Lot.6 Ground Floor, KL Contact : 03-2072-3923/3913 Email : kltower.minizoo@gmail.com Operation hours : 10:00am - 9:00pm Tickets: Adults RM32, Children & Senior Citizens RM27 Contents Page
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Rooms Philemon Foo
SwissGarden
Beach Resort Damai Laut, Lumut, Perak, Malaysia. Interesting:
A secluded peaceful paradise.
^The lobby of the Swiss-Garden Beach Resort Damai Laut.
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s an angler I have visited Lumut many times. Lumut is a doorway to many good fishing spots the likes of Pulau Sembilan (Nine Islands) and Pulau Jarak (Jarak Island). However, I have not gone there just for a holiday with my family, unless we intend to go to yet another island called Pangkor Island.
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A Paradise In Lumut
^A night shot of the swimming pool and waterfalls.
Recently I stayed at the Swiss-Garden Beach Resort Damai Laut in Lumut during my participation in the Swiss-Garden Damai Laut Food and Fun Hunt, and I must say that it was a pleasant surprise. The SwissGarden Beach Resort Damai Laut is a paradise for those wanting a place to relax. The resort sits deep in a secluded beach area of Teluk Kopiah Forest Reserve. Surrounded by greenery, the Swiss-Garden Beach Resort Damai Laut offers fresh air and relaxing sights, a good place to de-stress and forget about life for awhile.
Lovely Room
I pay a lot of attention to rooms and bed (especially bed) since there is where I recharge my energy for the next day’s travel. Although we didn’t get one with the lovely sea view, I am happy with the room. It is well decorated, comfortable, and more importantly; clean. The bed and pillows offered a goodnight’s relaxing sleep (and naps) being comfortable and clean. I slept well and woke refreshed. The air-conditioning is superb as I love lying under a comforter in a cold room. Thoroughly enjoyed it. 109
A basket of fruits placed on the coffee table welcomed is into our room. Not just the usual one or two bananas and / or apples. This time we got three or four bananas, apples, grapes, dragon fruit, kiwis, etc.; a proper fruit basket.
Activities
There are lots of activities that one can do (or not do). For the more adventurous there is the all terrain vehicle ride of which is lots of fun, riding round a sandy track. There is horse riding, a host of water sports activities, jungle walks, etc.
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Should you prefer a more relaxing holiday you could take a dip in the pool, go for a massage at the Samara Spa, etc. If you suddenly feel the urge to torture your muscles, there is a gym for you to go to to workout those muscles. They have a something like a kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s club too with scheduled activities.
A Mixture Holes & Tees
Antique furnitures. Just before arriving at the hotel one will pass a golf course. This here is the Damai Laut Golf & Country Club, a lovely place for golfers to put their balls into holes, 18 of them in fact (that didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t come out right). The par-72 championship course is designed by Ronald W. Fream, overlooking both the river and straits. For those who prefer the use of a buggy, this here is a course for you. 113
I Need More Time
^Walking about the beach in the evening.
I so want to spend more days there but other responsibilities took priority over extending my trip. Anyhow, I will be back there again as I want to experience more of the resort and enjoy my time there. Next time I will be spending more time in the resort experiencing it and perhaps, I will tell you more.
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^A decoration at the area where the elevators are.
Address: Persiaran Swiss-Garden,, Jalan Damai Laut,, Off Jalan Teluk Senangin,, lumut, 32200 Lumut, Darul Ridzuan, Perak, Malaysia Phone: +60 5-684 3333 Website: http://www.swissgarden.com/hotels/sgrdl/ Contents Page
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Foodies Escapy
Spiced Pumpkin Cafe & Bakery
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oing the same thing over and over again seems to be our thing. We usually frequent the same restaurants over and over again probably because of its familiarity, convenience, etc. Once in a while we look for something different. If your â&#x20AC;&#x153;once in a whileâ&#x20AC;? is up, try this place called Spiced Pumpkin Cafe & Bakery in Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia.
Malaysian & Palestinian Love Story
It has been said that love knows no boundaries or borders and this here is proof. Although Spiced Pumpkin Cafe & Bakery started with Nur Azizarin and Mas Zuhairin Zubir joining hands and going into business; the story started much earlier. Nur Azizarin fell in love and married her late husband, a chef from Palestine. Nearing the end of his life, Nurâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s husband handed over to her his recipes. Today, through the hands, heart, and mind of Nur and her business partner, Mas Zuhairin; her late husbandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s legacy lives on in the delicious dishes served at Spiced Pumpkin Cafe & Bakery. 117
Maghlubah Rice
One very delicious main course that we had was the Maghlubah Rice that is cooked in a pot and brought to the table. The pot is then overturned (like when one turns over a bucket of sand when building a sandcastle) and the rice with everything else cooked in it comes out according to the shape of the pot. In the mix came tender lamb (mutton), a mixture of nuts, carrots, potatoes, raisins, etc. This dish is super tasty and offers a good dash of cholesterol. For those worried about cholesterol there is the option of chicken instead of lamb. I enjoyed this dish thoroughly and so did everyone else on the table.
Tres Leches
When it comes to desserts I like mine sweet and I think I may have found a heavenly one in the form of “Tres Leches,” Spanish for “three milk” a dessert that uses three types of milk of which if memory serves me well are evaporated milk, condensed milk, and fresh milk. This sweet delightful dessert comes with a cake drowned in sweet milk, topped with a slice of peach, strawberries, and blueberries. 119
Kunafa
Another lovely dessert for those whose preference of desserts are one that is lower in sweetness, the Kunafa would be one to try. It is fried crispy shreds of orange dough stuffed with a cheesy filling, and showered with bits of pistachios. For those that like it sweeter, adding syrup to it gives it the needed sweetness.
Pita Nachos
Now, if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a big fan of nachos and you think Mexico makes the best nachos in the world, here comes competition. The pita nachos here are super yummy. They may be a little saltier than usual but they taste delicious having been fried with their special herbs and spices (secret formula). This is a must try.
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Certainly A Must Visit
^Yes, they do have healthy food too the likes of this salad.
Well, if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in Selangor or Kuala Lumpur, I highly recommend that you have at least one meal here at the Spiced Pumpkin Cafe & Bakery. It certainly is worth a visit. Do not blame me should you over eat. Everyone who ate there that evening over ate; a testament to the good tasty food served.
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Address: 2.0 Kompleks KPPMS Lot 291, Jalan Ru 3/9A, Seksyen 3 40000 Shah Alam Contact: +6 019-272 8317 Operating Hours: 10.30 am - 10.30 pm Contents Page
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Foodies Escapy
Bali & Spice, Da-Men Subang Jaya
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f youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re got a big appetite and you love eating food flavoured with lots of spices, why not take a trip to Bali... errr, okay, I am just kidding. You can have lovely, tasty, Balinese cuisine here in Malaysia and one of these restaurants Bali & Spice by Ole-Ole Bali.
Nice Setup
Looking for a place to eat one day we headed to a shopping mall called Da-Men. We wanted to dine in some place nice since we were celebrating a birthday and the ambience of Bali & Spice caught my eye. Although it did not look like a high-end dining place on Fifth Avenue, it certainly looked nice. 125
Balinese Cuisine
I ordered â&#x20AC;&#x153;Siap Bumbuâ&#x20AC;? or Balinese roasted chicken with lemongrass marinate. The portioning was really good. More importantly, the meal was delicious. The chicken on its own tasted a little bland but the chilli paste was really good although tongue melting spicy. The vegetable side it came with was lovely.
Another set we ordered is the “nasi campur” of which is a mixture of Balinese grilled prawns, squid, fish, chicken, and “sate lilit” (it is like chicken satay skewered with lemongrass). The food is superb. Every mouth full is accompanied by the bursting of flavours from the spices used. The chilli paste can be quite a torture as it burns the tongue but it taste so good one just cannot stop eating it. 127
Decent Prices
^The chilli sauce on the left is really a tongue burner.
Personally I find the prices there to be slightly above average but decent due to the portioning, ambience, and good service rendered. When I have friends over and I want to see them having difficulty walking yet happy, this is where I bring them. Certainly worth every cent.
Location
^Tasty fried chicken dish. I cannot remember its name.
Address: LG-17, Da Men Mall, Persiaran Kewajipan, Usj 6, 47600 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia Phone:+60 3-8011 8752 Open Daily: 11AMâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;11PM
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Events
Food & Fun Hunt @Swiss-Garden
Beach Resort Damai Laut
^ Flag off by Mr Patrick Tee and Ms Linda Evelyn Wong at Swiss-Garden Hotel & Residences Kuala Lumpur.
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wiss-Garden Resort Beach Damai Laut recently organized a Food & Fun Hunt from 13 to 15 January 2017. The event jointly organized with Time Out Solution, a treasure hunt specialist, saw 61 media, bloggers and social media influencer participating in the inaugural hunt. A pre-hunt clinic was conducted prior to the event which combined various activities such as food challenges, puzzles, questions & answers, treasure hunts and Facebook contest. 131
^ Participants of the Damai Laut Food & Fun Hunt.
According to Patrick Tee, General Manager of SwissGarden Beach Resort Damai Laut, “The Food and Fun Hunt is a fun way to discover places of interest as well as local cuisines unique to the state of Perak. It is also Visit Perak Year 2017 and the event is an ideal platform to promote tourist attractions and discover Perak’s history, culture and heritage”
^ SGI Corporate Communications team with AJ and Lily from Team #11
The hunt commenced from the Swiss-Garden Hotel & Residences Kuala Lumpur after the official flag off by Mr Patrick Tee and participants visited the Leaning Tower of Teluk Intan, Tua Pek Gong Temple in Kampung Pasir Panjang, Marina Wing in Lumut, Kellieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Castle, Segari Turtle Sanctuary, Muzium Beruas and Tanjung Tualang Tin Dredge. They also sample a range of local delicacies such as James Chendol, Mee Hailam Parit, Paksu Laksa in Tebuk Yan and Bubur Perak prior to checking in at the resort. 133
^ 2nd Day Flag Off by Mr Izudin Merican, Group General Manager and Mr. Patrick Tee, General Manager of Swiss- Garden Beach Resort Damai Laut.
^ Golf Mania Challenge, the first challenge of day 2.
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^ Team #2 from TV3 News
^ Baker! Baker! Challenge- Team #12
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^ Mr. Patrick Tee with the turtle
The highlight of the event was the Turtle Release Programme courtesy of the Segari Turtle Santuary and the Ministry of Fisheries Perak. Approximately 30 green turtles were released as part of the resortâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Turtle Awareness Programme, aimed at educating the public on the types of turtles found in Malaysia, their habitat as well as increase awareness on the turtle conservation effort.
^ Turtle Release Programme (TV3 News Team #2)
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^ Turtle Release Programme (Unreserve Magazine Team#9)
^ Fishermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Night - Saturday Gala Night Dinner
The hunt culminated in a Gala Beach Dinner and prizes were awarded to the Top 5 winners based on scores obtained during the 2 days hunt. The winners were from Team 6, The Asian Publisher comprising of Angeline Lee Bee Cheen, Philemon Foo Choong Ming and Emily Lowe Poh Choo. Representing ParGolf Magazine is Team 10, Jonathan Edward Ponniah, Stanley Saw Boon Leong and Ng Wai Leng who were awarded 2nd place while Neeraj Chhabra, DJ Fiqrie Dahari from Mix Fm, Loke Jian Ming and Leong Gar Yee of Team 14 were at 3rd placing. In the 4th place were Team 4 from Projek Travel while Team 9 from Unreserved magazine were in the 5th placing. 141
^ Champion - Team #6 The Asian Publisher. From left Angelina Lee, Izudin Merican, Philemon Foo and Emily Lowe
^ 2nd place - Team 10 from Pargolf Malaysia. From left Jon- athan Ponniah, Izudin Merican, Stanley Saw and Ng Wai Ling
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^ 3rd place - Team #14 from Beyond Innovations. From left Leong Gar Yee, Izudin Merican and Neeraj Chabra
^ 4th place - Team #4 from Projek Travel. From left Mawardi, Mohd Fuad, Izudin Merican, Mohd Khairul and Syazwan
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^ 5th place - Team #9 from Unreserved Magazine. From left Izudin Merican, Wan Mohd Hilmi, Baidura Ahmad and Nur Amira Farhana
^ Facebook Challenge Best Selfie - Kharunnisa from Team #17 (Santai Magazine)
There were also 5 Social Media prizes, the Best Selfie Category went to Khairunnisa Assila Binti Saharudin from Santai Magazine while Team 4 from Projek Travel won the Best Wefie category. Team 8 from Media Prima and NST was selected as the winner for the Most Creative Pose and the Most Creative Caption was awarded to Team 6 from The Asian Publisher. The team from mytravellicious.com won the Most Likes category. 147
^ Facebook Challenge Best Wefie - Team #4 (Projek Travel)
^ Facebook Challenge Most Creative Caption - Team #6 (The Asian Publisher)
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^ Facebook Challenge Most Like Category - Team #1 (my travellicious)
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Travel News
Tourism Selangor
Collaborates
With Fireflyz. Com to Promote Selangor MOU Signing Ceremony Between Tourism Selangor and Fireflyz.Com
^ Mr. Ignatius Ong, Chief Executive Officer of Firefly (left) and Madam Noorul Ashikin Mohd Din, General Manager of Tourism Selangor exchanging signed MOUs, witnessed by Yang Berhormat Puan Elizabeth Wong.
19 JANUARY 2017,
Subang - Tourism Selangor Sdn Bhd (TSSB) in an effort to increase visitors into Selangor, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Fireflyz.com. The parties both signed the MoU this morning at Subang Skypark Airport in conjunction with the launch of Tourism Selangorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s #DiscoverSelangor themed Firefly aircraft. 153
^ The interior of the plane filled with advertisement about Se langor.
This collaboration will boost the efforts to increase arrivals of tourists especially from Singapore and promote Tourism Selangor’s 2017 campaign ‘Discover Selangor, Heart of Malaysia’. It hopes to achieve increased sales of tour packages, primarily into Selangor in both domestic and international markets. Tourism Selangor will work closely with Fireflyz.com to increase number of flights from Singapore to Selangor and make it the main destination for the ASEAN Tourism Forum 2018.
^ Firefly aircraft with Tourism Selangor’s livery.
One of the main initiatives of the collaboration is the aircraft livery advertising where Firefly aircraft is wrapped with Tourism Selangor’s advertisement featuring a few of Selangor’s main attractions. The aircraft livery was launched at the beginning of this year in conjunction with Tourism Selangor’s campaign, ‘Discover Selangor, Heart of Malaysia’. The interior of the aircraft carries more information on Selangor’s popular tourist destinations.
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^ The beautiful livery promoting Selangor.
The two parties will also work together in promoting tour packages which will range from day trip to 5 day trips and include shopping, culture and homestay, eco and nature, extreme sports and activities, MICE and more as part of the offering. There will also be special promotions throughout the year in accordance with Fireflyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s marketing plan to offer special prices with tour and travel agencies, as well as corporate companies that plan series of visits to Selangor. The special ticket prices will also be offered to customers during the promotional programmes participated by Tourism Selangor both locally and abroad.
^ Mah Meri dancers posing with the Fire Fly plane.
Speaking at the launch today at Skypark, Subang, Mr. Ignatius Ong, Chief Executive Officer of Firefly beamed with excitement at being the airline to bear the Tourism Selangor livery. “Being a 100% Malaysian airlines, we are truly proud to have the beautiful colours of the nation on our aircraft. This is the best time to explore and highlight what we have to offer as Skypark is situated in Selangor and passengers will directly land here. We must constantly push for the excellence of the tourism industry and help fulfil the government’s agenda to stimulate growth in tourism in more effective and innovative methods”. 157
^ Participants about to embark on the FAM (familiarization) trip.
To further enhance the promotion campaign, FAM Trip Programme was organised for the Travel and Tour Agencies and media on the 19th until 22nd January 2017. The group visited choice areas of interest, including the latest tourism products and activities in the state. The locations are selected based on major tourism segments in Selangor, such as, Homestay, MICE, Sports, Education, Medical, Heritage, Theme Parks, Shopping, Nature and Food & Dining.
^ Ground crew removing bags of participating media folks from Singapore from the Firefly plane.
“Once again, Tourism Selangor has decided to launch this year’s campaign with the theme, ‘Discover Selangor, Heart of Malaysia’ following the success of Visit Selangor Year 2015 with the same slogan, ‘Discover Selangor’ but with a latest addition of ‘Heart of Malaysia’ to capture the real essence of Selangor,” said Madam Noorul Ashikin Mohd Din, General Manager of Tourism Selangor
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This collaboration has very high expectations and hopes to achieve them in the coming months leading up to the ASEAN Tourism Forum 2018 where it hopes to be named the best destination in the ASEAN region at the forum.
^ A photograph before the arrival of the plane.
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Travel News
LEGOLAND® BRINGS ITS
AWESOME HOLIDAY FUN TO THE KIDS IN HOSPITAL SULTAN ISMAIL JOHOR
^ Casper Bonavent, Director of Operations, LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort (left) sharing a light moment with a young boy in the ward while gifting him a LEGO® gift set.
JOHOR BAHRU, 14 December 2016 – LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort and LEGO® Malaysia teamed up to bring its awesome brand of fun and play to children in the pediatric ward in Hospital Sultan Ismail, Johor.
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^ A young boy in the pediatric ward happy with his complet ed LEGO® Christmas set build created during the LEGO® Building Activity.
The kids of the palliative care unit at the pediatric ward – a special unit for kids suffering from serious illnesses – were treated to awesome, fun-filled LEGO® activities that were meant to stimulate their imaginations through play. These kids, who are not allowed to go home during the holiday seasons, received the ultimate holiday treat, as they were treated to building and colouring activities, singing and dancing performances and a special appearance by LEGO® Police costume character.
^ Dr. Mahendra Raj, Director of Health and Safety, LEGO LAND® Malaysia Resort (4th from right) and Casper Bonavent, Director of Operations, LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort (5th from right) capturing a moment with the Model Citizens and 30 kids from the pediatric ward of Hospital Sultan Ismail.
“At LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort, we believe deeply that every kid deserves the right to play, and grow through play. This holiday season we wanted the children to have a great time and fully explore their imaginations through play even though they are unable to spend the holidays at home.
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^ The LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort Police costume charac ter poses with a young girl receiving a LEGO® gift set from Casper Bonavent, Director of Operations, LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort (2nd from left) and Dr. Mahendra Raj, Di rector of Health and Safety, LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort (3rd from left).
We wanted them to forget their illness and just be kids once again, with no worries about treatment and pain. We felt compelled to bring the fun to them,” said Young Pil-Kim, General Manager (Interim) at LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort.
^ Casper Bonavent, Director of Operations, LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort (1st from left) together with one of the resort’s Model Citizen (1st from right) join for a picture with a young patient in the ward showing her beautiful artwork produced during the colouring activity.
Starting the visit with the LEGO® building activity, the children were challenged to a speed building activity where they were all given a LEGO® Christmas Set. The first five kids whom completed the activity won LEGO® sets and LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort merchandise. Following the building activity, the children got to express their imagination through the colouring activity. 167
^ A young boy in the ward looking really excited to receive the LEGO® gift set from LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort Model Citizen.
Aside from the building and colouring activities, the children had fun decorating their very own jelly based on their creativity using healthy fruits. Both LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort and LEGO® Malaysia worked hand-inhand to sponsor various LEGO® sets and LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort merchandise for the kids’ play area for them to continue building their imagination. The day was ended with various goodies, sponsored by LEGO® Malaysia and LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort, were handed to all the children to enjoy.
^ The resort’s Model Citizens and the hospital staff joining the kids in completing the build of the LEGO® Christmas set during the LEGO® Building Activity.
“We’re proud to have done this with like-minded partners in LEGO® Malaysia. Some say there is kind of a healing quality in laughter. Beyond the smiles and laughter that the kids experienced here today, it is our sincere hope that the awesome fun and games today brings them closer to their family and their imaginations. They could not visit us in LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort so we brought LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort to them. It is after all the Merlin Magic Wand’s spirit,” Young concluded. 169
^ A young patient being assisted by one of the resortâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Model Citizen during an activity carried out.
^ The LEGOLANDÂŽ Malaysia Resort Police costume character joining the kids in the ward in a sing and dance activity.
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^ The LEGOLANDÂŽ Malaysia Resort Police costume character joining the kids in the ward in a sing and dance activity.
^ Casper Bonavent, Director of Operations, LEGOLANDÂŽ Malaysia Resort (left) sharing a light moment with a young girl in the ward.
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he Altec Lansing iMW457 Jacket H2O Bluetooth Wireless Speaker features an compact design, voice confirmation and an onboard microphone for clear, hands-free communication. The Jacket H2O is IP67 Waterproof/Dustproof/ Shockproof rated and it FLOATS! With 8 hours of battery life and an Aux In port the Jacket H2O is the perfect compact music companion for wherever you want to go. Website: http://www.alteclansing.com/en/al-products/jacket-h2o/ Note: May not be available in certain markets.
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BEAR GRYLLS SURVIVAL TOOL PACK
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erber designed this multi-tool pack for survival in the most extreme conditions. Sheathed in a locking carrying case that attaches to a belt or backpack strap, it includes a 12 component multi-tool, flashlight and fire starter rod. Every tool in the kit is outfitted with durable rubber handles for easy gripping, even with gloved hands. All of the multi-tool features are locking - needle nose pliers, wire cutters, wood saw, pierce, scissors, partially serrated blade and more. This is the all weather workhorse of the Survival Series. Website: http://www.gerbergear.com/Equipment/Kits/Bear-GryllsSurvival-Tool-Pack_31-001047 Note: May not be available in certain markets. May not be available in some markets
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Olympus Stylus TG-4 Tough
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ntroducing the Stylus TG-4 Tough, the pinnacle of the Tough series. It is equipped with a variety of features that perfectly capture the most amazing moments in any environment, including a bright f/2.0 lens, Microscope Mode, a variety of underwater modes, and GPS. New accessories that expand your photographic field have also been introduced, including a converter lens and Sport Holder. This is a must-have camera for those who enjoy outdoor sports such as diving, mountain climbing, and hiking. Website: http://www.olympus.com.au/Products/Compact-DigitalCameras/T-Series/TG-4/Overview Note: May not be available in certain markets.
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