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Adenan officially opens Promenade <b>Hotel</b> Bintulu – BorneoPost <b>...</b>

Posted: 23 Nov 2014 02:06 PM PST

BINTULU: Promenade Hotel Bintulu was officially opened by Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Adenan Satem during a grand opening ceremony yesterday.

Among those present were his wife Datin Patinggi Datuk Jamilah Anu, Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Alfred Jabu Numpang and wife Dato Sri Empiang Jabu, Double Dynasty Group of Companies managing director Tan Sri Yee Ming Seng and several assistant ministers and their wives.

Promenade Hotel Bintulu chief operating officer Alex Cham said Promenade Hotel Sdn Bhd's maiden hospitality business began with the opening of Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu Sabah 17 years ago, which now operates as the corporate headquarters.

"Since then, it has successfully achieved its business vision to manage and operate a chain of Promenade Hotels in Tawau Sabah, Fujian China and now in Bintulu and another hotel is in the pipeline," he said.

Promenade Hotel Bintulu has an inventory of 188 rooms and suites that are elegantly styled with a creative twist in its choice of colours plus a host of contemporary features such as the ingenious use of natural lighting and mirrors to give the feeling of warmth and spaciousness.

"In conjunction with the grand opening of Promenade Hotel Bintulu, we are pleased to extend our special introductory rates from RM168 nett and above, which includes breakfast," said Cham.

He added since the soft opening last September 9, this 8-storey business class hotel had been consistently enjoying excellent occupancy rate of 80 per cent.

This smoke-free hotel houses various 4-star facilities such as lift security access card to every floor, special handicap rooms and two function halls complete with state-of-the-art sound and light systems on the first floor.

It has a combined total of 60 tables for seated banquet and peppers cafe which uses flamboyant tableware to give diners a zestful culinary experience.

"Our coffeehouse, which can seat up to 120 diners and serves signature cuisines from Sabah will be fitted with computer terminals for free Internet access."

On the social-economic aspect, Cham said they were proud to be contributing to the local community by generating job opportunities for aspiring hoteliers and income for related businesses in the supply and services chain.

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<b>Hotel</b> di <b>kuching</b>... - Come <b>Sarawak</b> - <b><b>Hotel</b> di <b>kuching</b></b <b>...</b>

Posted: 03 Dec 2014 08:16 PM PST

attractionI am going to take you to a country which is full of islands. Any guess? Yes, you are right. It's Malaysia. There are878 islands in Malaysia. This country is known for its stunning sights and attractions. We are going to explore its astounding natural beauty that magnetizes vacationers/ tourists or visitors attraction. It's a country of exclusive culture and tradition. It's one of the best places on the globe with delicious cuisine and hospitable people. Kuala Lumpur is its capital with charming iconic Petronas Twin Towers.  Malaysia has many offshore geographical places. There would be around 510 which include ridges, sandbank and rocks. It's a multicultural state with many festivals and celebrations. Tour to Malaysia, is really a unique and pleasant experience.

There're lots of choices to stay in Malaysia, so it's tough to decide where to stay?

Mid-range hotels and 5 stars hotels with Chinese, Indian or Malaysian traditional cuisine and cozy rooms are easily available for vacationers/visitors anywhere in cities. You can enjoy luxury hotels or resorts located on islands. Accommodation is so cheap in Malaysia, you can easily get a room for $ 3 to $ 9 USD/night. Private rooms are available for $ 11 to $ 20 USD/night. You can camp in Taman Negara and can save lodgings cost.

Anyways, here're some suggestions.

Lone Pine Hotel, located Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island, posses welcoming staff, stunning swimming pool, lip-smacking food, and calm atmosphere with beautiful sea views. You can get a huge variety of cocktails in bar corner.

Golden Sands Resort by Shangri-La, located on Batu Ferringhi beach, Penang Island, is a fantastic family resort, offers services such as water sports, tennis court, delicious food, pools, cozy rooms, hospitable staff and family entertainment center. Its cuisine includes Bar & Grill pizzas and seafood, tea/coffee, snacks, pastries.

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Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur, in Kuala Lumpur City Centre, is a fantastic hotel with superb services. Welcoming staff, comfortable rooms, suspended pool and delicious Malaysian food make it more worthy staying.

Tanjong Jara Resort, located on Batu, Dungun, is one of the top 25 hotels in Malaysia, offers services such as Spa village, Pools, tennis court, delicious dining out, air-conditioned rooms, seafood and bar. You can spend a relaxing morning with coffee and newspaper on the beach.

Berjaya Tioman Resort, located in Pulau Tioman, is a traditional Malay style resort, offers services like pools, golf, tennis court, spa, coffee, snacks, global drinks, tasty food, air-conditioning cozy rooms and water sports including diving, fishing, snorkelling etc.

The Majestic Hotel, Majestic Malacca, Cameron Highlands Resort and Sama-Sama Hotel, in Kuala Lumpur, Holiday Villa Beach Resort & Spa and Four Seasons Resort in Langkawi, Miri Marriot Resort & Spa, Mega Hotel, Grand Palace Hotel and Imperial Palace Hotel in Miri, Seven Terraces, Yeng Keng Hotel, Museum Hotel and Hotel Panega are also wonderful places to stay in Malaysia. 

As far as meal is concerned, you can have it in restaurants, western hotels , cooking own when living in camping or as a street meal and just have to pay $1 to $3 USD /head for street meal, $4 to $6 USD/head in restaurants while western food is a bit expensive. Malaysia is a Muslim country that's why drinks are expensive here. Anyways, here are some suggestions of restaurants for you.

Dining in the Dark, located on Changkat Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, is an amazing restaurant deeply into darkness and offers delicious food including soups, desserts etc.

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Black Forest, located on Changkat Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, offers German cuisine.

Kebaya, located on Stewart Lane, Georgetown, Penang Island, offers good services and food.

Living Room Cafe Bar & Gallery, located on Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island, is a good place for families, lovebirds, special occasion or groups. You can enjoy Bar, Asian and Eclectic cuisine here until late night.

Top Spot Food Court, located Bukit Mata Kuching, Kuching is a family restaurant, offers best seafood and opens until late night.

Jambu Restaurant and Lounge, located on Crookshank Road, Kuching is a restaurant offers best pasta in town. It also deals with Bistro, Bar for cocktails and Tapas etc.

Black bean, The Heritage, Tribal Stove and Bella Italia are also superb restaurants in Kuching with the fantastic setting near river.

La Casa Kuantan, Crocodile Rock Pizza & Grill Restaurant, Satay Zul, and Dallah Restaurant in Kuantan offer great services with superb cuisine.

Malaysia is a country with many attractions or points of interests and more exciting thing is those are quite cheap. Here're some suggestions, and you must visit those places once you are in Malaysia.

Birch Memorial Clock Tower, located in one of the biggest cities of Malaysia named "Ipoh". Here're plenty of attention-grabbing sights such as museums, temples and historical buildings.

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Galeria Perdana, Rice Museum, and  Padi Langkawi, in Langkawi, are amazing places with precious stuff and collection, to visit. Langkawi is a beautiful island with lovely beaches and plenty of interesting sights. Ave Stella Maris Catholic Chapel is a beautiful church. Langkawi Wildlife Park and Underwater World are educational and exciting places with lots of fun.

The Islamic city "Kota Bharu" is a great city with royal places, museums, and plenty of other eye-catching sights.

Taman Negara National Park is a beautiful park in oldest rainforest Taman Negara. It's a place with lots of activities like trekking, safaris, and canopy walks.

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Islamic Art Museum, Petronas Twin Towers, Putrajaya Bridge, Petrosains Science Discovery Centre, Kuala Lumpur Bird Park, Thean Hou Temple, and Lake Garden Parks are some suggested amazing places to visit in Kuala Lumpur.

Mount Kinabalu National Park, is the best choice for hiking, this Park is full of fun and will never disappoint you on your visit.

Malaysia is a land of festivals and celebrations as multicultural people exist here. Tourists or vacationers can enjoy these festivals almost every month of the year. Here are some suggestions for our visitors.

Tamil Community celebrates festival named "Thaipusam". It's a unique festival that is worth seeing. It can be best observed at Batu Caves in Selangor or Penang, in Januanry.

Chinese New Year is celebrated in February and last for 15 days. You can enjoy lion dances, fireworks, and delicious Chinese meal.

In April, Good Friday and Malaysia Water Festival are celebrated.

Wesak Day, and Harvest Festival are celebrated in May.

June is a month with amazing festivals like Hari Gawai and Dragon Boat Festivals.

July and August are the months with festivals such as the Rainforest World Music Festival, Independence day, Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Hungry Ghost Festival.

September becomes more colorful with Malaysia Day and Mid-Autumn Festival.

Hari Raya Haji, Deepavali Festivals of Lights, and Christmas are celebrated in October, November and December.

Malaysia is not less than a heaven for shopaholics. Super international brands have covered Malaysian market and have luxury stores here. Sales at shopping mall attract many tourists every year. Mega Sales held on Christmas and Independence Day and last up to two months.

Utama, BB Plaza, Fahrenheit88, Lot10, Plaza Low Yat, Suria KLCC and Sogo are some remarkable shopping malls in Kuala Lumpur.

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ICT@Komtar, Island Plaza, Midlands One Stop, Plaza Gurney, Prangin Mall, Queensbay Mall and Straits Quay are some suggested shopping centers in Penang.

Langkawi Fair is a beautiful place for a shop in Langkawi.

Malaysia is a country with beaches. Therefore, beach holidays can be enjoyed all around the year. Summer season is mild, and usually climate is pleasant in Malaysia so you can visit it in all seasons. Anyhow, December and January are two peak tourists' seasons.  From June until August is also a good time to enjoy beaches activities.

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I assure you, your vacations to this country holding natural beauty, would be a treasured and unforgettable experience.

UN Ebola response special representative found dead in <b>hotel</b> room <b>...</b>

Posted: 18 Nov 2014 12:19 AM PST

KIGALI: A special representative of the United Nations secretary-general for Ebola emergency response was found dead in his hotel room in Guinea's capital Conakry, Xinhua news agency reported.

Rwandan national Marcel Kanyankore Rudasingwa had recently been appointed by UN secretary-general Ban Ki-moon to coordinate efforts against Ebola in Guinea.

"We are very sad to hear the death of a Rwandan national while on a UN duty mission to fight Ebola in Guinea," said Nathan Mugume, head of communications at Rwanda Biomedical Centre.

Mugume said the circumstances surrounding Rudasingwa's death remained unknown.

Rudasingwa is the second foreigner who died mysteriously in Guinea.

Head of Cuban medical delegation Graseciliano Jazbatolo also died in similar circumstances. -Bernama

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<b>Hotel in Sarawak</b> Blog: Special Offer: Hotel Seri Malaysia Lawas <b>...</b>

Posted: 21 Oct 2014 03:45 PM PDT

Special Offer: <b>Hotel</b> Seri Malaysia Lawas <b>Hotel</b> <b>...</b> - <b>Sarawak Hotels</b>

Posted: 10 Oct 2014 08:18 AM PDT

Jalan Gaya, Lawas , Lawas Town, 98850 Lawas, Sarawak, Malaysia

This is the largest mid-range hotel in the country.The hotel is conveniently located in strip of Sarawak territory sandwiched between Temburong district of Brunei and Malaysia's Sabah state.

At this hotel, you can't expect anything less, its ideal for business, leisure or plain old family fun. Couples with modern amenities with traditional Malaysian charm making every parting is a difficult one.

Each accommodation is complete with furnish room, equipped with Free internet access/Wi Fi, ASTRO Channel, telephone with IDD access, coffee tea making facilities are just some of the facilities at your disposal. Convenience store, outdoor pool and self-service laundry are also available. Whatever your purpose of visit, Hotel Seri Malaysia Lawas is an excellent choice for your stay in Lawas.

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Customer Reviews:

The best hotel in Lawas town
~ Comfortable, clean & new

Hotel Seri Malaysia Lawas is the only hotel you can find in Lawas town through Agoda, I think is also the best hotel in town. We also searching around the town, only few budget type hotel available, no lift provided. Well, this is a nice and quiet hotel, big parking place, big lobby, big restaurant, big room also! Room is clean, comfortable, only the TV is small. The fount counter also very helpful, I booking through Agoda is RM20 cheaper than I walk-in, so I book immediately online and show to counter my booking number. Lawas town is a small town, no place to go during night time, but you still can go to the foods stall next to hotel enjoy your local foods and drink there, otherwise you can get some snack from the shop at hotel lobby and enjoy in your room. Morning breakfast is great, big restaurant with many choice of foods. Although the day we stay, morning only two of us in the restaurant, you still can see many foods were provided, noodle, cake, bread, porridge, fruits and western foods as well.

Lim Y.
Couples
Malaysia, October 03, 2014

Great hotel to stay with your family
~ Comfortable, friendly staff and centrally located

comfortable bed, friendly staff and great serve. centrally located to nearest town and market.

Muhammad A.
Families with young children
Brunei Darussalam, September 20, 2014

New <b>hotel</b>, mall extension boosts Boulevard&#39;s presence in <b>Kuching</b> <b>...</b>

Posted: 09 Jun 2014 09:45 AM PDT

by Sharon Kong, sharonkong@theborneopost.com. Posted on June 10, 2014, Tuesday

KUCHING: The joint launch of Boulevard Group of Companies'four new establishments – Imperial Hotel Kuching, Boulevard Shopping Mall, Lexus Kuching and Toyota 3S Centre – will strengthen the group's presence in Kuching.

During the opening ceremony, Shin Yang Group of Companies' group executive chairman, James Ling Lu Kiong affirmed that the launch of its new four-star hotel targeted at business travellers was timely as Sarawak celebrates Visit Sarawak Year 2014 and Visit Malaysia Year 2014.

The hotel's strategic location between the airport and the central business district (CBD) will certainly be an advantage to both business and leisure travellers, he added.

"Imperial Hotel Kuching also has much to offer in the form of meetings, incentives, conferencing and exhibitions (MICE) facilities," he said during the launching ceremony yesterday.

The event was graced by the Chief Minister, Tan Sri Datuk Amar (Dr) Adenan Satem and his wife as well as Deputy Chief Minister, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Alfred Jabu Numpang.

Also present were Shin Yang Group of Companies' group executive director Tan Sri Datuk Ling Chiong Ho, Boulevard Jaya Sdn Bhd general manager Heu Nging Ching, Boulevard Group of Companies directors Tan Sri Lau Hieng Wui and Dato' Sri Law Kiu Kiong, UMW Toyota president Datuk Ismet Suki and other honoured guests.

"Kuching has really been transformed into a well-known MICE destination when our state government under the vision of our former Chief Minister, Tun Pehin Sri Abdul Taib Mahmud spearheaded the set up and established the Sarawak Convention Bureau (SCB) in 2006 and the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) in 2009 to tap into this vast potential MICE market," he highlighted.

The number of international conferences and conventions held in Kuching over the last few years, the latest being the Asean Tourism Forum 2014 in January and Routes Asia 2014 in March earlier this year were testimony to the enormous success of our state government's vision and efforts.

Imperial Hotel Kuching aims to tap into this market by offering comprehensive MICE facilities including two ballrooms, nine multi-functional meeting rooms, extensive pre function foyer, VIP lounges and a covered outdoor terrace to suit conferences and events of different sizes and preferences.

"Imperial Hotel Kuching's extensive conference and meeting facilities with a total floor area of 5,856 square metres equipped with the latest technological audio video equipment will most definitely support the state government's objective to make the city of Kuching and Sarawak the destination of choice not only for tourism but also for international conventions and events," James affirmed.

In addition, Ling acknowledged that the evolution of today's business world has created the need for a high level of technological solutions and supports to both business and leisure travellers on the go.

On that note, Imperial Hotel Kuching takes great pride at being the first hotel in Sarawak to subscribe to the Hospitality Entertainment Solution, the latest hassle free offering from Telekom Malaysia Bhd (TM) with the latest ICT and entertainment package comprising of In-Building Broadband Solution (IBS), TM's IPTV service – Hypp TV and powered by TM's high speed broadband (HSBB) network connectivity.

"It is an honour for our hotel to work in partnership with Telekom Malaysia, the largest integrated solutions provider in Malaysia to extend our discerning guests with good WIFI connectivity, be it for entertainment or work related, a weather proof uninterrupted access of internet and good quality HyppTV entertainment and news channels," he said.

Looking at Boulevard Shopping Mall's expansion, James observed that retail offerings have expanded to more than 230 offerings with a good mix.

"Furthermore, three floors of link corridor are connected with this addition to the Phase 1 Mall to give shoppers a more comforting and convenient accessibility.

"After this extra phase of addition, the mall has finally being transformed and fully completed making it the largest on stop lifestyle mall in Sarawak with 1.7 million square foot of retail space," he added.

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Posted: 26 Oct 2010 08:00 PM PDT

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Special Offer: <b>Hotel</b> Meligai Kapit <b>Hotel</b> Booking Online <b>Sarawak</b>!

Posted: 10 Oct 2014 08:04 AM PDT

Lot 334, Jalan Airport , P. O. Box 139, 96800 Kapit, Sarawak, Malaysia 

Designed for both business and leisure travel, Hotel Meligai Kapit is ideally situated in Kapit; one of the city's most popular locales. From here, guests can enjoy easy access to all that the lively city has to offer. With its convenient location, the hotel offers easy access to the city's must-see destinations.

The facilities and services provided by Hotel Meligai Kapit ensure a pleasant stay for guests. This hotel offers numerous on-site facilities to satisfy even the most discerning guest.

In addition, all guestrooms feature a variety of comforts. Many rooms even provide television, air conditioning, internet access – wireless (complimentary), complimentary bottled water, coffee/tea maker to please the most discerning guest. Besides, the hotel's host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. Enjoy unparalleled services and a truly prestigious address at the Hotel Meligai Kapit.

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Customer Reviews:

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well located, reasonable price, clean low cost accommodation
basic accommodation at reasonable price within easy walking distance to kapit town's shops, restaurants and central market. hotel was clean and rooms serviced promptly. considering its location it offers adequate accommodation for a short stay in kapit or a transit stopover to go further inland. wi fi is available. there are no eating facilities at the hotel, however there are plenty of cafes and a night food market nearby

Richard S.
Couples
Australia, September 08, 2014

Not bad for where it is
Location, helpful desk staff, clean

Although a bit shabby, the room was clean. The front desk staff spoke very limited English but did their best to help with our requests. The hotel's location, a bit out of the city center but near the market was good. The town is so small that it was still easy to walk everywhere from the hotel.

James C.
Couples
United States of America, August 16, 2014

Transportation, <b>hotel</b> stay, cruises subjected to GST – BorneoPost <b>...</b>

Posted: 01 Oct 2014 03:05 PM PDT

KOTA KINABALU: The impact of the Goods and Service Tax (GST) on the travel industry would include taxable supplies such as hotel accommodation, domestic transportation/hire of vehicles, inbound tour package and restaurant meals.

It will also include tickets for entry to exhibitions, entertainment venues, spa services, agency commission, booking fees, tour guide services, inbound travel insurance services, visa fees and other related tourism services, all of which will be subject to standard rate of 6 per cent GST.

Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) Malaysia president Hamzah Rahmat disclosed this at the MATTA Malaysia GST seminar.

For land transportation, he said taxi will be exempted, excursion bus for domestic tour, limousine and airport taxi, hire and drive vehicle will all be standard rated supplies. For cruise services, cruises-to-nowhere, cruise around Malaysian waters and cruise around international waters are subject to GST at standard rate.

As tourist destinations, Langkawi, Tioman and Labuan are expected to have a slight advantage under the GST-era compared to other states because these islands are "designated areas" whereby there is generally no GST charged on goods/services such as retail shops, restaurants and hotels located therein, thus giving these islands a small cost-advantage for tourists, he said.

Hamzah urged members to register early and start preparations as non compliance of the GST rules will attract heavy penalties.

Additional manpower requirements are needed to ensure compliance.

As most of the travel agents have an annual turnover above RM500,000, and would become a GST-registered business, he advised travel agencies to put in place procurement policies that are GST-compatible and notify respective vendors/suppliers that GST-registered vendors/suppliers will be preferred in order for the travel agencies to recover Input Tax Credits on the GST incurred on goods and services purchased.

"As responsible corporate citizens, we must ensure our organization, system and processes are well equipped and able to embrace the implementation of GST," he said.

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Law student jailed for suicide bid at <b>hotel</b> - The Borneo Post Online

Posted: 04 Nov 2014 08:40 AM PST

by Nathaniel Gitom Sario. Posted on November 5, 2014, Wednesday

KOTA KINABALU: A law student who attempted to commit suicide over a RM40,000 debt at a five-star hotel here, was sentenced to six months' imprisonment by the Magistrate's Court yesterday.

Sylvester Kuan, 24, pleaded guilty before magistrate Mohd Faiz Omar to committing the offence on October 28 at the 13th floor of Pacific Sutare between 4pm-9pm.

For attempting to commit suicide, a person is liable to an imprisonment term up to year, a fine, or both, upon conviction.

Based on the facts of the case, on the day of the incident, a police report was made at the Tanjung Aru police station by a security personnel of the hotel known as Rizal, informing the police that a man was going to commit suicide.

Rizal had received information from Sylvester's cousin, telling him (Rizal) that the accused was attempting suicide, prompting him to notify the police.

Sylvester had been persuaded to come down from the roof of the hotel at 8.50pm, as he had been standing there since 4pm.

He had checked into the hotel using the name of his cousin's fiance and had said that the reason he wanted to commit suicide was because of personal stress and problems.

Sylvester's counsel, Sairah Haji Yahya from the Legal Aid Bureau told the court during mitigation that her client, an active student from a university in Kuala Terengganu, had a generous heart and did not have a criminal record.

She also said that it was due to his commitments in the university which led to his financial burden.

Sirah further stated that her client was aware of what he had done and regretted his action. He had pleaded guilty, thus saving the time and energy of the court.

A heavy sentence, she said, would affect his future as a lawyer, and as he was still a youth, he deserved a lighter sentence.

However, deputy public prosecutor Ahmad Nazneen Zulkifli, who acted for the prosecution, told the court that though Sylvester's offence would have harmed no one but himself, it was still a felony under the Penal Code.

If a light sentence was to be meted by the court, it would send a message to teenagers that if faced with problems, then the shortcut would be suicide.

"Suicide is wrong in the eyes of the law and religion," Ahmad Nazneen said, adding that as Sylvester was a bright student, who in the near future might be facing the judge, the action of suicide contradicted his background as a brilliant student.

There was also the fact that the hotel chosen was a "premium" location, which may suffer damage in name and reputation, while at the same time opening a "Pandora's Box" that would lead outsiders to come to the city to commit suicide.

Sairah further applied for a stay of execution, pending an appeal to the High Court, which was permitted by the magistrate who allowed a bail of RM1,000 under one local surety.

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