Tuesday 30 September 2014

MMS Education Fair roadshow schedule for Sabah, Sarawak ... - Hotel in Sarawak Blog

MMS Education Fair roadshow schedule for Sabah, <b>Sarawak</b> <b>...</b> - Hotel in Sarawak Blog


MMS Education Fair roadshow schedule for Sabah, <b>Sarawak</b> <b>...</b>

Posted: 17 Aug 2014 04:11 PM PDT

KUCHING: Market Management Services Sdn Bhd (MMS) is organising comprehensive and interesting programmes for students and parents in Sabah and Sarawak to take part in at the MMS Education Fair.

"We have representatives from many providers of quality education taking part in the MMS Fair. Please check our Facebook events page and website for information on the participants. We are very pleased that Monash University, Canning College, Murdoch College, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), University of Tasmania, Taylors College (colleges in Australia & New Zealand – Auckland) and University of Reading Malaysia Campus taking part for the whole fair stretching over eight days," MMS said in a press release yesterday.

The roadshow got off to a good start in Sandakan at the Sabah Hotel with 13 institutions meeting students and parents on Saturday (Aug 16), with the new branch office in Sandakan managed by Mdm Margaret Liew. The next leg of the roadshow is in Tawau (at Promenade Hotel) and then to Labuan (Dorsett Grand) before going to Bintulu (ParkCity Everly Hotel and Tanamas Hotel) and Miri (Imperial Hotel).

After Kuching, the last leg will be at Le Meridien in Kota Kinabalu next Sunday (Aug 24).

The fair will be held in Kuching at Hilton Hotel this coming Saturday (Aug 23; noon to 5pm) with 28 participants from a great variety universities and colleges. MMS have representatives from Australia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, UK and Switzerland.

The Australian institutions are University of South Australia (Uni SA), Monash University, Curtin University, Murdoch University, University of Western Australia (UWA), Queensland University of Technology (QUT), University of Newcastle , University of New South Wales (UNSW) and University of Tasmania.

The Australian private colleges are Taylors College preparation college in Canberra, Perth, Sydney and Auckland in New Zealand; The Specialist School, Kilmore International School (TKIS) in Melbourne offers IB programme, Canning College and Murdoch College.

From the UK, there is Pathway Colleges for Foundation and A Levels Bellerbys College and Cambridge Education Group.

UK universities present are Northumbria University, University of Lancashire (UCLAN), University of South Wales and Writtle College.

The Swiss Hotel School, BHMS, makes its first appearance in MMS Fair to meet students and parents in Sibu, Miri, Kuching and Kota Kinabalu.

From closer to home are well-known institutions from Singapore – At-Sunrice Global Chef Academy, SIM Global Education and Curtin Singapore.

"Within Malaysia, we have increasingly popular institutions represented by Le Cordon Bleu Sunway Campus, Monash University Malaysia, University of Reading Malaysia. The One Academy which is supported in some towns in Sabah and Sarawak," MMS said.

The fair is scheduled as follows: Sandakan – Aug 16 1.30pm-5.30pm, Sabah Hotel; Tawau (Aug 17 1pm-5pm, Promenade Hotel); Labuan (Monday Aug 18 3pm-6.30pm, Dorsett Grand Labuan); Bintulu (Aug 20 Wed. 2pm-6pm, ParkCity Everly Hotel), Sibu (Aug 21 Thurs 2pm-6pm, Tanahmas Hotel); Miri (Aug 22 Fri 2.30pm-6.30pm, Imperial Hotel); Kuching (Aug 23 Sat 12pm-5pm, Hilton Kuching) and; Kota Kinabalu (Aug 24 Sun 12pm-5pm, Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu).

For further information, contact MMS at Block E, No.32 (2nd Floor), Taman Sri Sarawak Mall,

Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman (Opp Hilton Kuching), 93100 Kuching (Tel: 082-246795 / 012-8089112 / 012-8085112).

MMS contact in Sibu are 084-324 178 / 016-857 7512 (Teo) while in Bintulu (086-317617 / 013-8333230 – Annette Yip); Miri (085-428066 / 019-8546850 – Angela Kong); Kota Kinabalu (088-252 044 / 088-222799 / 016-8105250 – Ivy Tan); Labuan (087-424822 / 016-8338822 – Woo); Sandakan (089-221901 / 013-8831901 – Margaret Liew) and Tawau (089-760377 / 012-8107378 -Annie Lee)

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Monday 29 September 2014

Imperial Hotel, TM MoU to enhance services - The Borneo Post Online - Hotel in Sarawak Blog

Imperial <b>Hotel</b>, TM MoU to enhance services - The Borneo Post Online - Hotel in Sarawak Blog


Imperial <b>Hotel</b>, TM MoU to enhance services - The Borneo Post Online

Posted: 10 Jun 2014 09:33 AM PDT

KUCHING: Imperial Hotel Kuching's subscription to Telekom Malaysia Bhd's (TM) Hospitality Entertainment Solution – the first hotel in Sarawak to subscribe to the service in – is expected to enhance the hotel's efficiency and competitiveness.

The Hospitality Entertainment Solution is TM's latest ICT and entertainment package comprising In-Building Broadband Solution (IBS), TM's IPTV service – HyppTV and a Call Centre service, powered by TM's Direct Over Metro-E (DOME) network connectivity.

The Hospitality Entertainment Solution is exclusively targeted at hospitality industry players which include hotel businesses, retreat owners, resort owners/operators, hospitals, apartments, condominiums and any high tenancy buildings that require wired or wireless internet access and uninterrupted TV viewing.

According to Imperial Group Of Hotels general manager Su Sii Jiong, this initiative by TM will lay the foundation for collaborative and strategic partnership between both organisations to render mutually beneficial assistance with the aim of progressing to the next higher level of service standard offered to the hotel's valued customers.

"We are certainly proud to have TM, which is no doubt the leading telecommunications company in Malaysia to deliver high quality of hospitality entertainment solutions supported by dedicated high speed broadband internet access to our hotel guests and to elevate our hotel's in-house entertainment offering in Imperial Hotel Kuching.

HyppTV, the latest IPTV service operated by TM is diversified with its weather-proof channels, seamless internet access and superb customer support.

In a press conference with the media, Imperial Hotel Kuching general manager Patrick Kuek mentioned that the weather-proof channels are one of two reasons which motivated them to enter into a partnership with TM.

It also addresses the need for WiFi services which Kuek pointed out was a key criteria of late when business and leisure travellers search for hotels.

"Over the years, I think most hotels, especially international name brand hotels, realised that WiFi has become a necessity, rather than a luxury item. This is why more international hotels are providing WiFi (services) on a complimentary basis," he observed.

Commenting on the new partnership, TM Sarawak state general manager, Sarbini Hamdan TM hopes that the other hotels under Imperial Group, particularly in Sarawak, will follow suit.

On the background of the Hospitality Entertainment Solution, Sarbini noted this solution was launched sometime in June last year, and TM only started aggressively promoting this service in August 2013.

To date, TM has already secured commitments from 32 hotels around the country.

"We are completely open to any of our consumers or hoteliers, resort owners or developers out there who want to work with us to subscribe to this service. Currently, Imperial Hotel (Kuching) is the first hotel that signed up," Sarbini said, adding that there is also another group of hotels (Everly Group of Hotels), that has signed up just recently.

Sarbini noted that the collaboration established with Imperial Hotel Kuching reflects their commitment in preparing Malaysian small medium enterprises (SMEs) for a paradigm shift, especially those in the hospitality industry.

"This all-in-one solution not only elevates the hotel guests' experience but most importantly, ease the hotel's technical management concerns as the solution provides High Speed Broadband Interent access via TM's DOME netowrk, world-class entertainment via HyppTV, as well as a 24/7 Call Centre and Customer support."

The MOU signing ceremony yesterday saw Khaidhir Elias, vice president SME of TM and Sarbini signing the Service Agreement on behalf of TM while Imperial Hotel was represented by Don Yew Hoon, chief executive officer of Boulevard Group of Companies and Kuek.

Also present at the ceremony were Su, Sharon Lau, financial controller of Imperial Hotel Kuching, Azman Yusof, general manager of SME, TM and Roslawati Mohd Tahir, head of SME, TM Sarawak.

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Sunday 28 September 2014

Pembinaan Hotel Majestic Tower mendahului jadual BorneoPost ... - Hotel in Sarawak Blog

Pembinaan <b>Hotel</b> Majestic Tower mendahului jadual BorneoPost <b>...</b> - Hotel in Sarawak Blog


Pembinaan <b>Hotel</b> Majestic Tower mendahului jadual BorneoPost <b>...</b>

Posted: 18 Sep 2014 09:17 AM PDT

Oleh Jessica Jawing

KUCHING: Projek pembinaan hotel baharu di bawah Perbadanan Pembangunan Ekonomi Sarawak (SEDC), Majestic Tower kini mendahului jadual yang sepatutnya dan dijangka siap pada tahun depan.

Hotel yang dibina bersebelahan dengan Hotel Riverside Majestic itu dibina dengan kos RM68 juta.

Pengerusi SEDC Datuk Talib Zulpilip berkata, projek yang menunjukkan perkembangan baik itu kini pada peringkat mengeluarkan air bertakung dan menukar asas tapak oleh kontraktor yang bertanggungjawab.

"Projek sekarang sudah berada pada peringkat awal (daripada dijadualkan) dan kami amat gembira dengan perkembangan ini.

"Ia sepatutnya sudah ada (siap) pada tahun depan dan menjanjikan kadar yang berpatutan kepada tetamu hotel," katanya ketika ditemui pemberita selepas satu majlis di pejabatnya di sini, semalam.

Tambah beliau, disebabkan kos pembinaan iaitu RM68 juta, hotel berkenaan akan menawarkan kadar harga yang berpatutan kepada tetamu hotel.

Jelas beliau, bukan itu sahaja hotel itu turut menawarkan kadar yang berpatutan kerana tender terbuka yang diberikan sebelum ini mendapat sebut harga yang berpatutan.

"Bagi kemudahan bilik, ia setanding dengan Riverside Majestic yang sedia ada dan disebabkan ia hotel berkembar maka standard biliknya pun sama.

"Kami juga bercadang untuk berkongsi kemudahan dengan Riverside Majestic," katanya.

Majestic Tower merupakan hotel empat bintang 18 tingkat dengan 263 bilik, merupakan sebahagian daripada projek baharu dan baik pulih dalam pembinaan serta direka bentuk mesra golongan kurang upaya.

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Friday 26 September 2014

MMS Education Fair roadshow schedule for Sabah, Sarawak ... - Hotel in Sarawak Blog

MMS Education Fair roadshow schedule for Sabah, <b>Sarawak</b> <b>...</b> - Hotel in Sarawak Blog


MMS Education Fair roadshow schedule for Sabah, <b>Sarawak</b> <b>...</b>

Posted: 17 Aug 2014 04:11 PM PDT

KUCHING: Market Management Services Sdn Bhd (MMS) is organising comprehensive and interesting programmes for students and parents in Sabah and Sarawak to take part in at the MMS Education Fair.

"We have representatives from many providers of quality education taking part in the MMS Fair. Please check our Facebook events page and website for information on the participants. We are very pleased that Monash University, Canning College, Murdoch College, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), University of Tasmania, Taylors College (colleges in Australia & New Zealand – Auckland) and University of Reading Malaysia Campus taking part for the whole fair stretching over eight days," MMS said in a press release yesterday.

The roadshow got off to a good start in Sandakan at the Sabah Hotel with 13 institutions meeting students and parents on Saturday (Aug 16), with the new branch office in Sandakan managed by Mdm Margaret Liew. The next leg of the roadshow is in Tawau (at Promenade Hotel) and then to Labuan (Dorsett Grand) before going to Bintulu (ParkCity Everly Hotel and Tanamas Hotel) and Miri (Imperial Hotel).

After Kuching, the last leg will be at Le Meridien in Kota Kinabalu next Sunday (Aug 24).

The fair will be held in Kuching at Hilton Hotel this coming Saturday (Aug 23; noon to 5pm) with 28 participants from a great variety universities and colleges. MMS have representatives from Australia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, UK and Switzerland.

The Australian institutions are University of South Australia (Uni SA), Monash University, Curtin University, Murdoch University, University of Western Australia (UWA), Queensland University of Technology (QUT), University of Newcastle , University of New South Wales (UNSW) and University of Tasmania.

The Australian private colleges are Taylors College preparation college in Canberra, Perth, Sydney and Auckland in New Zealand; The Specialist School, Kilmore International School (TKIS) in Melbourne offers IB programme, Canning College and Murdoch College.

From the UK, there is Pathway Colleges for Foundation and A Levels Bellerbys College and Cambridge Education Group.

UK universities present are Northumbria University, University of Lancashire (UCLAN), University of South Wales and Writtle College.

The Swiss Hotel School, BHMS, makes its first appearance in MMS Fair to meet students and parents in Sibu, Miri, Kuching and Kota Kinabalu.

From closer to home are well-known institutions from Singapore – At-Sunrice Global Chef Academy, SIM Global Education and Curtin Singapore.

"Within Malaysia, we have increasingly popular institutions represented by Le Cordon Bleu Sunway Campus, Monash University Malaysia, University of Reading Malaysia. The One Academy which is supported in some towns in Sabah and Sarawak," MMS said.

The fair is scheduled as follows: Sandakan – Aug 16 1.30pm-5.30pm, Sabah Hotel; Tawau (Aug 17 1pm-5pm, Promenade Hotel); Labuan (Monday Aug 18 3pm-6.30pm, Dorsett Grand Labuan); Bintulu (Aug 20 Wed. 2pm-6pm, ParkCity Everly Hotel), Sibu (Aug 21 Thurs 2pm-6pm, Tanahmas Hotel); Miri (Aug 22 Fri 2.30pm-6.30pm, Imperial Hotel); Kuching (Aug 23 Sat 12pm-5pm, Hilton Kuching) and; Kota Kinabalu (Aug 24 Sun 12pm-5pm, Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu).

For further information, contact MMS at Block E, No.32 (2nd Floor), Taman Sri Sarawak Mall,

Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman (Opp Hilton Kuching), 93100 Kuching (Tel: 082-246795 / 012-8089112 / 012-8085112).

MMS contact in Sibu are 084-324 178 / 016-857 7512 (Teo) while in Bintulu (086-317617 / 013-8333230 – Annette Yip); Miri (085-428066 / 019-8546850 – Angela Kong); Kota Kinabalu (088-252 044 / 088-222799 / 016-8105250 – Ivy Tan); Labuan (087-424822 / 016-8338822 – Woo); Sandakan (089-221901 / 013-8831901 – Margaret Liew) and Tawau (089-760377 / 012-8107378 -Annie Lee)

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Thursday 25 September 2014

New hotel, mall extension boosts Boulevard's presence in Kuching ... - Hotel in Sarawak Blog

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


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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Boulevard expands presence in <b>Kuching</b> with new properties <b>...</b>

Posted: 10 Jun 2014 04:55 AM PDT

By Jude Toyat

seeds@theborneopost.com

KUCHING: The Boulevard Group of Companies opened its latest establishments – the Imperial Hotel Kuching, Boulevard Shopping Mall, Lexus Kuching and Toyota 3S Centre here on June 9.

"The Imperial Hotel Kuching is the first hotel in Sarawak to subscribe to the Hospitality Entertainment Solution, the latest hassle free offering from Telekom Malaysia 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," said group executive director of Boulevard Group of Companies, James Ling Lu Kiong at the signing ceremony officiated by Chief Minister Tan Sri Datuk Amar Adenan Satem.

Imperial Hotel Kuching (Phase 3) is a 4-star business class hotel with 339 well-appointed guestrooms and suites including two executive floors, a fully functional business centre, a fitness centre comprising of a gymnasium, sauna and steam room and an outdoor elevated sky pool.

The Imperial Hotel Kuching also offers comprehensive MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing and Exhibitions) 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.

The Boulevard Shopping Mall Kuching offers more than 230 retail outlets under various themes including Stylish Avenue, Enchanter Boulevard, Savory, Gizmo Zone and Harajuku Mode.

Boulevard Shopping Mall (Phase 2) is an extension of Phase 1 project which opened for business on June 1, 2012. There are over 160 retail shop lots spread over three floors of the Phase 2 mall.

Adjacent to Boulevard Shopping Mall Phase 2 is the proposed multi-storey car park cum entertainment center, Phase 4 which will consist of a roller skating rink, K-Box karaoke, amusement arcade and a TGV cinema with 8 theaters. Slated for completion by the end of this year, the Boulevard Shopping Mall Kuching will be the largest, one-stop lifestyle mall in Sarawak.

Boulevard Jaya Sdn Bhd is one of the authorized Toyota 3S and Lexus Dealer in Kuching, and their dealership with Toyota had made them to earn the Dealer Performance Excellence Award.

"Boulevard Jaya has been one of our most successful dealerships in the country and has been highly supportive of all UMW Toyota initiatives. It is these qualities that make Boulevard Jaya our chosen dealer to operate the first Lexus outlet right here in Kuching, Sarawak and the first in East Malaysia," said Datuk Ismet Suki, President of UMW Toyota Motor in his speech during the ceremony.

The Toyota 3S (sales, after-sales and spare parts) Center is equipped with a spacious showroom that can display up to 10 cars, comfortable customer lounge with WiFi internet facilities and a service center to provide better sales and after-sales experience under one roof.

The newly established Lexus Kuching 3S center, which also happens to be the first in East Malaysia, will also operate as a service center that will be able to display up to seven of its latest yet impressive Lexus models, including Lexus IS, ES, GS, LS and RX.

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Wednesday 24 September 2014

Imperial Hotel, TM MoU to enhance services - The Borneo Post Online - Hotel in Sarawak Blog

Imperial <b>Hotel</b>, TM MoU to enhance services - The Borneo Post Online - Hotel in Sarawak Blog


Imperial <b>Hotel</b>, TM MoU to enhance services - The Borneo Post Online

Posted: 10 Jun 2014 09:33 AM PDT

KUCHING: Imperial Hotel Kuching's subscription to Telekom Malaysia Bhd's (TM) Hospitality Entertainment Solution – the first hotel in Sarawak to subscribe to the service in – is expected to enhance the hotel's efficiency and competitiveness.

The Hospitality Entertainment Solution is TM's latest ICT and entertainment package comprising In-Building Broadband Solution (IBS), TM's IPTV service – HyppTV and a Call Centre service, powered by TM's Direct Over Metro-E (DOME) network connectivity.

The Hospitality Entertainment Solution is exclusively targeted at hospitality industry players which include hotel businesses, retreat owners, resort owners/operators, hospitals, apartments, condominiums and any high tenancy buildings that require wired or wireless internet access and uninterrupted TV viewing.

According to Imperial Group Of Hotels general manager Su Sii Jiong, this initiative by TM will lay the foundation for collaborative and strategic partnership between both organisations to render mutually beneficial assistance with the aim of progressing to the next higher level of service standard offered to the hotel's valued customers.

"We are certainly proud to have TM, which is no doubt the leading telecommunications company in Malaysia to deliver high quality of hospitality entertainment solutions supported by dedicated high speed broadband internet access to our hotel guests and to elevate our hotel's in-house entertainment offering in Imperial Hotel Kuching.

HyppTV, the latest IPTV service operated by TM is diversified with its weather-proof channels, seamless internet access and superb customer support.

In a press conference with the media, Imperial Hotel Kuching general manager Patrick Kuek mentioned that the weather-proof channels are one of two reasons which motivated them to enter into a partnership with TM.

It also addresses the need for WiFi services which Kuek pointed out was a key criteria of late when business and leisure travellers search for hotels.

"Over the years, I think most hotels, especially international name brand hotels, realised that WiFi has become a necessity, rather than a luxury item. This is why more international hotels are providing WiFi (services) on a complimentary basis," he observed.

Commenting on the new partnership, TM Sarawak state general manager, Sarbini Hamdan TM hopes that the other hotels under Imperial Group, particularly in Sarawak, will follow suit.

On the background of the Hospitality Entertainment Solution, Sarbini noted this solution was launched sometime in June last year, and TM only started aggressively promoting this service in August 2013.

To date, TM has already secured commitments from 32 hotels around the country.

"We are completely open to any of our consumers or hoteliers, resort owners or developers out there who want to work with us to subscribe to this service. Currently, Imperial Hotel (Kuching) is the first hotel that signed up," Sarbini said, adding that there is also another group of hotels (Everly Group of Hotels), that has signed up just recently.

Sarbini noted that the collaboration established with Imperial Hotel Kuching reflects their commitment in preparing Malaysian small medium enterprises (SMEs) for a paradigm shift, especially those in the hospitality industry.

"This all-in-one solution not only elevates the hotel guests' experience but most importantly, ease the hotel's technical management concerns as the solution provides High Speed Broadband Interent access via TM's DOME netowrk, world-class entertainment via HyppTV, as well as a 24/7 Call Centre and Customer support."

The MOU signing ceremony yesterday saw Khaidhir Elias, vice president SME of TM and Sarbini signing the Service Agreement on behalf of TM while Imperial Hotel was represented by Don Yew Hoon, chief executive officer of Boulevard Group of Companies and Kuek.

Also present at the ceremony were Su, Sharon Lau, financial controller of Imperial Hotel Kuching, Azman Yusof, general manager of SME, TM and Roslawati Mohd Tahir, head of SME, TM Sarawak.

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Tuesday 23 September 2014

New hotel, mall extension boosts Boulevard's presence in Kuching ... - Hotel in Sarawak Blog

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


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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MMS Education Fair roadshow schedule for Sabah, <b>Sarawak</b> <b>...</b>

Posted: 17 Aug 2014 04:11 PM PDT

KUCHING: Market Management Services Sdn Bhd (MMS) is organising comprehensive and interesting programmes for students and parents in Sabah and Sarawak to take part in at the MMS Education Fair.

"We have representatives from many providers of quality education taking part in the MMS Fair. Please check our Facebook events page and website for information on the participants. We are very pleased that Monash University, Canning College, Murdoch College, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), University of Tasmania, Taylors College (colleges in Australia & New Zealand – Auckland) and University of Reading Malaysia Campus taking part for the whole fair stretching over eight days," MMS said in a press release yesterday.

The roadshow got off to a good start in Sandakan at the Sabah Hotel with 13 institutions meeting students and parents on Saturday (Aug 16), with the new branch office in Sandakan managed by Mdm Margaret Liew. The next leg of the roadshow is in Tawau (at Promenade Hotel) and then to Labuan (Dorsett Grand) before going to Bintulu (ParkCity Everly Hotel and Tanamas Hotel) and Miri (Imperial Hotel).

After Kuching, the last leg will be at Le Meridien in Kota Kinabalu next Sunday (Aug 24).

The fair will be held in Kuching at Hilton Hotel this coming Saturday (Aug 23; noon to 5pm) with 28 participants from a great variety universities and colleges. MMS have representatives from Australia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, UK and Switzerland.

The Australian institutions are University of South Australia (Uni SA), Monash University, Curtin University, Murdoch University, University of Western Australia (UWA), Queensland University of Technology (QUT), University of Newcastle , University of New South Wales (UNSW) and University of Tasmania.

The Australian private colleges are Taylors College preparation college in Canberra, Perth, Sydney and Auckland in New Zealand; The Specialist School, Kilmore International School (TKIS) in Melbourne offers IB programme, Canning College and Murdoch College.

From the UK, there is Pathway Colleges for Foundation and A Levels Bellerbys College and Cambridge Education Group.

UK universities present are Northumbria University, University of Lancashire (UCLAN), University of South Wales and Writtle College.

The Swiss Hotel School, BHMS, makes its first appearance in MMS Fair to meet students and parents in Sibu, Miri, Kuching and Kota Kinabalu.

From closer to home are well-known institutions from Singapore – At-Sunrice Global Chef Academy, SIM Global Education and Curtin Singapore.

"Within Malaysia, we have increasingly popular institutions represented by Le Cordon Bleu Sunway Campus, Monash University Malaysia, University of Reading Malaysia. The One Academy which is supported in some towns in Sabah and Sarawak," MMS said.

The fair is scheduled as follows: Sandakan – Aug 16 1.30pm-5.30pm, Sabah Hotel; Tawau (Aug 17 1pm-5pm, Promenade Hotel); Labuan (Monday Aug 18 3pm-6.30pm, Dorsett Grand Labuan); Bintulu (Aug 20 Wed. 2pm-6pm, ParkCity Everly Hotel), Sibu (Aug 21 Thurs 2pm-6pm, Tanahmas Hotel); Miri (Aug 22 Fri 2.30pm-6.30pm, Imperial Hotel); Kuching (Aug 23 Sat 12pm-5pm, Hilton Kuching) and; Kota Kinabalu (Aug 24 Sun 12pm-5pm, Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu).

For further information, contact MMS at Block E, No.32 (2nd Floor), Taman Sri Sarawak Mall,

Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman (Opp Hilton Kuching), 93100 Kuching (Tel: 082-246795 / 012-8089112 / 012-8085112).

MMS contact in Sibu are 084-324 178 / 016-857 7512 (Teo) while in Bintulu (086-317617 / 013-8333230 – Annette Yip); Miri (085-428066 / 019-8546850 – Angela Kong); Kota Kinabalu (088-252 044 / 088-222799 / 016-8105250 – Ivy Tan); Labuan (087-424822 / 016-8338822 – Woo); Sandakan (089-221901 / 013-8831901 – Margaret Liew) and Tawau (089-760377 / 012-8107378 -Annie Lee)

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Bus conductor gets jail, cane for hotel robbery BorneoPost Online ... - Hotel in Sarawak Blog

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Posted: 02 Sep 2014 05:13 PM PDT

KOTA KINABALU: The Sessions Court here yesterday sentenced a bus conductor to seven years' jail and ordered him to be whipped once for robbing a Sarawakian man with a machete.

Mohd Izam Suliman, 35, pleaded guilty before judge Azhaniz Teh Azman Teh, to a charge under Section 392 of the Penal Code, punishable under Section 397 of the same Code.

The indictment provides for a jail term of up to 20 years and is also liable to a fine, upon conviction.

Mohd Izam had robbed the 23-year-old victim of RM450 in cash at the lobby of a hotel in Kampung Air here on December 28, 2013.

Deputy public prosecutor Afzan Abd Kahar told the court that the accused had lodged a report on the same day stating that he was robbed by the accused, who was armed with a machete.

The accused was arrested on February 7 this year and the victim had identified him during the identification parade.

Mohd Izam, who was defended by counsel Farazwin Hexdy, pleaded for the lowest punishment on the grounds that the offence did not involve any violence.

She also said that her client had been detained since seven months ago as he was denied bail during his first arraignment in court.

In reply, deputy public prosecutor Afzan Abd Kahar urged the court to take utmost consideration on the public interest and the gravity of the offence as it is rampant particularly in Sabah.

The victim stated in his impact statement that he felt traumatised because of the robbery.

Meanwhile, the same court transferred a robbery case involving two siblings to the Juvenile's Court here.

No plea was recorded from the two boys aged 14 and 16.

The two brothers were alleged to have robbed a 37-year-old Japanese woman of a handbag containing RM1,000 in cash and her cosmetics worth RM1,000 at a taxi station of a shopping centre here at 8pm on August 7.

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Boulevard expands presence in <b>Kuching</b> with new properties <b>...</b>

Posted: 10 Jun 2014 04:55 AM PDT

By Jude Toyat

seeds@theborneopost.com

KUCHING: The Boulevard Group of Companies opened its latest establishments – the Imperial Hotel Kuching, Boulevard Shopping Mall, Lexus Kuching and Toyota 3S Centre here on June 9.

"The Imperial Hotel Kuching is the first hotel in Sarawak to subscribe to the Hospitality Entertainment Solution, the latest hassle free offering from Telekom Malaysia 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," said group executive director of Boulevard Group of Companies, James Ling Lu Kiong at the signing ceremony officiated by Chief Minister Tan Sri Datuk Amar Adenan Satem.

Imperial Hotel Kuching (Phase 3) is a 4-star business class hotel with 339 well-appointed guestrooms and suites including two executive floors, a fully functional business centre, a fitness centre comprising of a gymnasium, sauna and steam room and an outdoor elevated sky pool.

The Imperial Hotel Kuching also offers comprehensive MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing and Exhibitions) 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.

The Boulevard Shopping Mall Kuching offers more than 230 retail outlets under various themes including Stylish Avenue, Enchanter Boulevard, Savory, Gizmo Zone and Harajuku Mode.

Boulevard Shopping Mall (Phase 2) is an extension of Phase 1 project which opened for business on June 1, 2012. There are over 160 retail shop lots spread over three floors of the Phase 2 mall.

Adjacent to Boulevard Shopping Mall Phase 2 is the proposed multi-storey car park cum entertainment center, Phase 4 which will consist of a roller skating rink, K-Box karaoke, amusement arcade and a TGV cinema with 8 theaters. Slated for completion by the end of this year, the Boulevard Shopping Mall Kuching will be the largest, one-stop lifestyle mall in Sarawak.

Boulevard Jaya Sdn Bhd is one of the authorized Toyota 3S and Lexus Dealer in Kuching, and their dealership with Toyota had made them to earn the Dealer Performance Excellence Award.

"Boulevard Jaya has been one of our most successful dealerships in the country and has been highly supportive of all UMW Toyota initiatives. It is these qualities that make Boulevard Jaya our chosen dealer to operate the first Lexus outlet right here in Kuching, Sarawak and the first in East Malaysia," said Datuk Ismet Suki, President of UMW Toyota Motor in his speech during the ceremony.

The Toyota 3S (sales, after-sales and spare parts) Center is equipped with a spacious showroom that can display up to 10 cars, comfortable customer lounge with WiFi internet facilities and a service center to provide better sales and after-sales experience under one roof.

The newly established Lexus Kuching 3S center, which also happens to be the first in East Malaysia, will also operate as a service center that will be able to display up to seven of its latest yet impressive Lexus models, including Lexus IS, ES, GS, LS and RX.

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Thursday 11 September 2014

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Thursday 4 September 2014

Imperial Hotel Kuching to open May 9 - The Borneo Post Online - Hotel in Sarawak Blog

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Imperial <b>Hotel Kuching</b> to open May 9 - The Borneo Post Online

Posted: 30 Apr 2014 12:27 PM PDT

by Marilyn Ten, reporters@theborneopost.com. Posted on May 1, 2014, Thursday

KUCHING: Imperial Hotel Kuching will be holding its soft opening on May 9 with a special promotional room rate from RM180 per room per night.

"This promotion is inclusive of breakfast and complimentary in-room Wi-Fi for a limited period only," said Imperial Hotel general manager Patrick Kuek at a media preview of the hotel yesterday.

Also present were Boulevard Group of Companies chief executive officer Yew Hoon and Imperial Group general manager Su Sii Jiong.

The upcoming four-star business class hotel, which is the latest addition to the fast-expanding Imperial Group of Hotels, features 325 well-appointed guestrooms and suites, including two executive floors, all carefully designed with practicality and comfort in mind.

Each guestroom is tastefully furnished and complete with complimentary in-room Wi-Fi and wired Internet access point.

It also comes equipped with individual control air-conditioning, 42-inch flat screen LED television, laptop-size in-room safe, mini fridge, coffee and tea making facilities, HyppTV channels, bathroom with bath tub and separate shower, iron and ironing board and hair dryer.

"We take pride in being the first hotel in Sarawak to subscribe to the Hospitality Entertainment Solution, the hassle-free offering from Telekom Malaysia (TM) with the latest ICT and entertainment package comprising In-Building Broadband Solution (IBS) and TM's IPTV service, HyppTV all powered by TM's high-speed broadband network connectivity," said Kuek.

In addition to this, there are also a full range of hotel facilities and services provided for the comfort and convenience of hotel guests such as the Business Centre as well as the Fitness Centre featuring a fully equipped gymnasium, sauna and steam room complemented by an outdoor swimming pool.

"Safe deposit boxes are also provided on complimentary basis at the Front Desk for guests to keep their valuables."

Those who drive will be able to park their car at the basement car park for free.

The hotel will also be providing complimentary scheduled transfer to and from Kuching International Airport (KIA) and the central business district.

Strategically located at just a five-minute drive from KIA and 10 minutes to the city centre, Imperial Hotel Kuching, which sits on top of the popular Boulevard Shopping Mall and adjoins the upcoming Imperial Suites, also offers extensive conference and meeting facilities.

"We have two grand ballrooms, namely the pillarless Imperial Grand Ballroom, which can accommodate up to 1,400 persons for a sit-down banquet, and the semi-circular Boulevard Grand Ballroom, which has a capacity of 500 persons for banquet style reception," Kuek said.

There were nine multi-functional meeting rooms to cater to events such as small seminars and meetings.

"These purpose-built banquet facilities, equipped with the latest technological facilities including built-in LED screen, wireless telecommunication and digital audio visual equipment, are designed to accommodate events of varying sizes, ranging from large conferences, weddings and exhibitions to seminars and private intimate functions."

Meanwhile, for dining needs, the hotel's contemporary all-day dining restaurant Imperial Garden Restaurant with show cooking stations serves buffet breakfast daily as well as a comprehensive ala carte menu containing an excellent mix of western, oriental and local cuisine.

"We will also be holding weekend promotions such as 'The Great Imperial Feast' buffet dinner every Friday and Saturday as well as 'Tea Time Treats' hi-tea buffet every Saturday and Sunday.

"At Imperial Hotel Kuching, we strive to ensure that whether your stay with us is for business or leisure, your experience will be truly memorable."

For further enquiries or reservation, call the hotel at 082-588999 or email enquiries@imperialhotelkuching.com.my. Alternatively, visit its website www.imperialhotelkuching.com.my.

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Top <b>Hotels in Sarawak</b> | Cuti Cuti Malaysia Holiday and Hotel Portal

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 11:08 PM PDT

RH Hotel, Sibu

The RH Hotel is one of the established hotels located in the heart of Sibu, one of the major towns of Sarawak which is also widely regarded as the 'gateway' to the central regional hub of the state. The hotel is easily accessible which can be reached through a bridge from Wisma Sanyan, the largest shopping center in Sibu.

The hotel houses 226 rooms which come in different shapes and sizes. Decorated and equipped with the best possible facilities to the customers, it is one of the most ideal places to stay whether it is for leisure or business. Standard facilities in the room include a Mini-Bar, Astro TV services, complimentary water and coffee and tea, ironing facilities and safe deposit boxes. The hotel also offers Wi-Fi internet access to the guests in the rooms. Hairdryers, bath-robes and a modern bathtub is also provided in the bathrooms so you can have the most comfortable stay here.

The rooms here are affordable with their Superior rooms starting from RM260, Deluxe rooms from RM300, Executive from RM350, Junior Suites from RM550, Executive Suites from RM1100 and the Presidential Suite starting from RM 4000. The hotel is located at Jalan Kampung Nyabor and can be reached at (6) 084-365 888.

Dynasty Hotel, Miri

Dynasty Hotel is one of the oldest hotels located in Sarawak's popular oil town Miri. Located in the heart of Miri city, the 3 star hotel houses some 130 rooms that are designed to cater to the leisure and business traveller here. Its location is strategic as it is nearby to Miri's commercial and shopping areas. For a taste of the authentic Sarawakian lifestyle, Dynasty Hotel provides a truly cultural and modern stay for its guests.

Located at Lot 683, Block 9, Jalan Pujut-Lutong, you can call 60 85 42 1111 for reservations or further enquiries. The rooms are designed elegantly to provide the most comfortable option one can get in staying here. Luxurious and modern, there are 2 non-smoking floors available where all the rooms are equipped with facilities like air-conditioning, hair dryer, satellite and cable television, internet access as well as a mini bar. Apart from accommodation, Dynasty Hotel also offers other services like meeting rooms and conference facilities with 5 function rooms to cater to any event of up to 150 people. Wedding banquets are also a common favourite at this hotel as its Chinese restaurant here are renowned for serving the best Chinese food in Miri.

Asian Hotel and China Town Inn, Kuching

Asian Hotel in Kuching is one of the most affordable hotels located within the heart of Kuching, the state capital of Sarawak. It is located just beside the waterfront and is easily accessible as it is about 8kms from the Kuching International Airport. Located within Kuching's central district, it is also nearby to the local attractions here that include the Chinese Museum, Sarawak Museum, the Indian Mosque, the Sarawak Textile Museum, the Kuching Waterfront as well as the Tua-Pek Kong Temple. It is located at No.3 Jawa Street and can be reached at 6 082 231 133.

China Town Inn is one of the 2 branches operated by Asian Hotel. It is locate within Chinatown of Kuching made up of 3 shophouses which have been restored. Located at 2nd Floor, Lot 8-9, No. 117-119 at Jalan Padungan, this is where one can stay at one of the most traditional and cultural accommodations in Kuching that exudes the Chinese tradition.

The Grand Margherita Hotel, Kuching

The Grand Margherita Hotel is the first international hotel established in Kuching, the state capital of Sarawak. It is a majestic building located by the riverfront with a great view of the Sarawak river and its surrounding landscape. Located within the heart of Kuching, it is easily accessible and is nearby the business and commercial areas of the city. Furthermore, it is also very near to the Kuching International Airport which brings about tourists and business travellers alike. Nearby to the Hotel are local attractions like the Tua Pek Kong temple, the Chinese Museum, the Kuching Waterfront as well as the Fort Margherita.

The hotel offers 288 highly comfortable rooms that are equipped with world class facilities and offerings. The rooms are very well equipped with standard facilities that include tea and coffee making facilities, IDD phone services, air-conditioning, satellite television and such. On top of that, there is also an Executive Club here that offers services for the business traveller. It is considered to be one of the most established hotels and is the only hotel at the riverfront in the state where it can be reached at Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Kuching or call 6082423111 for more information or reservations.

Mega Hotel, Miri

Mega Hotel is one of the most established hotels operating within the heart of Miri city, known as the oil town of Sarawak. It is situated within the business and entertainment district of the city, making it one of the most convenient hotels around. Whether you are here for leisure or business, Mega Hotel is an ideal accommodation choice as it is easily accessible as well as affordable, offering the best choices in Miri.

There are many different choices in terms of rooms that are offered in Mega Hotel which are catered to different range of stays where each of the rooms come with several facilities for optimum luxury and comfort. The bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bath while the rooms offer individually controlled air-conditioning, IDD phone services, a mini bar, complimentary coffee and tea, hair dryer, a safe deposit box, satellite television channels as well as Wi-Fi internet access.

If required, there are also non-smoking floors, 24 hours reception, security with room service as well as more than enough parking spaces. Rooms are accessed using keycard system while the hotel also offer laundry and dry cleaning facilities too. A business center is available for travellers who need to use facilities like photostating, courier, email and such. The hotel is located at Lot 907, Jalan Merbau and can be reached at 6085-432432.

Hotel Bahagia, Sibu

Known to be one of the most convenient hotels in Sibu, Hotel Bahagia also offers the most affordable accommodations here. It is located in the heart of Sibu town area where it can be accessed through the major business and entertainment areas of the town. Here is where you can reach the major offices and shops around Sibu which are only a stone's throw away from the hotel.

There are many choices of accommodations here which include the Standard rooms which are ideal for 2 people or the Double rooms or Deluxe rooms for more while there are also the double-bed rooms here for the business travellers. Each of the rooms are well equipped to provide the best and most comfortable stay for the traveller. Individually controlled air-conditioning are provided while one can also enjoy IDD telephone services, television as well as free Internet access.

Room rates start from RM55 for the Double rooms and for the Family suites, they start at RM120. One can easily find food here that include fast food chains like Sugarbun and KFC while there are more than enough parking spaces around here. It is minutes away from the Sibu Market as well as Wisma Sanyan, the largest shopping mall here. Call 084-331131 for reservations and for further information.

MMS Education Fair roadshow schedule for Sabah, <b>Sarawak</b> <b>...</b>

Posted: 17 Aug 2014 04:11 PM PDT

KUCHING: Market Management Services Sdn Bhd (MMS) is organising comprehensive and interesting programmes for students and parents in Sabah and Sarawak to take part in at the MMS Education Fair.

"We have representatives from many providers of quality education taking part in the MMS Fair. Please check our Facebook events page and website for information on the participants. We are very pleased that Monash University, Canning College, Murdoch College, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), University of Tasmania, Taylors College (colleges in Australia & New Zealand – Auckland) and University of Reading Malaysia Campus taking part for the whole fair stretching over eight days," MMS said in a press release yesterday.

The roadshow got off to a good start in Sandakan at the Sabah Hotel with 13 institutions meeting students and parents on Saturday (Aug 16), with the new branch office in Sandakan managed by Mdm Margaret Liew. The next leg of the roadshow is in Tawau (at Promenade Hotel) and then to Labuan (Dorsett Grand) before going to Bintulu (ParkCity Everly Hotel and Tanamas Hotel) and Miri (Imperial Hotel).

After Kuching, the last leg will be at Le Meridien in Kota Kinabalu next Sunday (Aug 24).

The fair will be held in Kuching at Hilton Hotel this coming Saturday (Aug 23; noon to 5pm) with 28 participants from a great variety universities and colleges. MMS have representatives from Australia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, UK and Switzerland.

The Australian institutions are University of South Australia (Uni SA), Monash University, Curtin University, Murdoch University, University of Western Australia (UWA), Queensland University of Technology (QUT), University of Newcastle , University of New South Wales (UNSW) and University of Tasmania.

The Australian private colleges are Taylors College preparation college in Canberra, Perth, Sydney and Auckland in New Zealand; The Specialist School, Kilmore International School (TKIS) in Melbourne offers IB programme, Canning College and Murdoch College.

From the UK, there is Pathway Colleges for Foundation and A Levels Bellerbys College and Cambridge Education Group.

UK universities present are Northumbria University, University of Lancashire (UCLAN), University of South Wales and Writtle College.

The Swiss Hotel School, BHMS, makes its first appearance in MMS Fair to meet students and parents in Sibu, Miri, Kuching and Kota Kinabalu.

From closer to home are well-known institutions from Singapore – At-Sunrice Global Chef Academy, SIM Global Education and Curtin Singapore.

"Within Malaysia, we have increasingly popular institutions represented by Le Cordon Bleu Sunway Campus, Monash University Malaysia, University of Reading Malaysia. The One Academy which is supported in some towns in Sabah and Sarawak," MMS said.

The fair is scheduled as follows: Sandakan – Aug 16 1.30pm-5.30pm, Sabah Hotel; Tawau (Aug 17 1pm-5pm, Promenade Hotel); Labuan (Monday Aug 18 3pm-6.30pm, Dorsett Grand Labuan); Bintulu (Aug 20 Wed. 2pm-6pm, ParkCity Everly Hotel), Sibu (Aug 21 Thurs 2pm-6pm, Tanahmas Hotel); Miri (Aug 22 Fri 2.30pm-6.30pm, Imperial Hotel); Kuching (Aug 23 Sat 12pm-5pm, Hilton Kuching) and; Kota Kinabalu (Aug 24 Sun 12pm-5pm, Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu).

For further information, contact MMS at Block E, No.32 (2nd Floor), Taman Sri Sarawak Mall,

Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman (Opp Hilton Kuching), 93100 Kuching (Tel: 082-246795 / 012-8089112 / 012-8085112).

MMS contact in Sibu are 084-324 178 / 016-857 7512 (Teo) while in Bintulu (086-317617 / 013-8333230 – Annette Yip); Miri (085-428066 / 019-8546850 – Angela Kong); Kota Kinabalu (088-252 044 / 088-222799 / 016-8105250 – Ivy Tan); Labuan (087-424822 / 016-8338822 – Woo); Sandakan (089-221901 / 013-8831901 – Margaret Liew) and Tawau (089-760377 / 012-8107378 -Annie Lee)

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Imperial <b>Hotel</b>, TM MoU to enhance services - The Borneo Post Online

Posted: 10 Jun 2014 09:33 AM PDT

KUCHING: Imperial Hotel Kuching's subscription to Telekom Malaysia Bhd's (TM) Hospitality Entertainment Solution – the first hotel in Sarawak to subscribe to the service in – is expected to enhance the hotel's efficiency and competitiveness.

The Hospitality Entertainment Solution is TM's latest ICT and entertainment package comprising In-Building Broadband Solution (IBS), TM's IPTV service – HyppTV and a Call Centre service, powered by TM's Direct Over Metro-E (DOME) network connectivity.

The Hospitality Entertainment Solution is exclusively targeted at hospitality industry players which include hotel businesses, retreat owners, resort owners/operators, hospitals, apartments, condominiums and any high tenancy buildings that require wired or wireless internet access and uninterrupted TV viewing.

According to Imperial Group Of Hotels general manager Su Sii Jiong, this initiative by TM will lay the foundation for collaborative and strategic partnership between both organisations to render mutually beneficial assistance with the aim of progressing to the next higher level of service standard offered to the hotel's valued customers.

"We are certainly proud to have TM, which is no doubt the leading telecommunications company in Malaysia to deliver high quality of hospitality entertainment solutions supported by dedicated high speed broadband internet access to our hotel guests and to elevate our hotel's in-house entertainment offering in Imperial Hotel Kuching.

HyppTV, the latest IPTV service operated by TM is diversified with its weather-proof channels, seamless internet access and superb customer support.

In a press conference with the media, Imperial Hotel Kuching general manager Patrick Kuek mentioned that the weather-proof channels are one of two reasons which motivated them to enter into a partnership with TM.

It also addresses the need for WiFi services which Kuek pointed out was a key criteria of late when business and leisure travellers search for hotels.

"Over the years, I think most hotels, especially international name brand hotels, realised that WiFi has become a necessity, rather than a luxury item. This is why more international hotels are providing WiFi (services) on a complimentary basis," he observed.

Commenting on the new partnership, TM Sarawak state general manager, Sarbini Hamdan TM hopes that the other hotels under Imperial Group, particularly in Sarawak, will follow suit.

On the background of the Hospitality Entertainment Solution, Sarbini noted this solution was launched sometime in June last year, and TM only started aggressively promoting this service in August 2013.

To date, TM has already secured commitments from 32 hotels around the country.

"We are completely open to any of our consumers or hoteliers, resort owners or developers out there who want to work with us to subscribe to this service. Currently, Imperial Hotel (Kuching) is the first hotel that signed up," Sarbini said, adding that there is also another group of hotels (Everly Group of Hotels), that has signed up just recently.

Sarbini noted that the collaboration established with Imperial Hotel Kuching reflects their commitment in preparing Malaysian small medium enterprises (SMEs) for a paradigm shift, especially those in the hospitality industry.

"This all-in-one solution not only elevates the hotel guests' experience but most importantly, ease the hotel's technical management concerns as the solution provides High Speed Broadband Interent access via TM's DOME netowrk, world-class entertainment via HyppTV, as well as a 24/7 Call Centre and Customer support."

The MOU signing ceremony yesterday saw Khaidhir Elias, vice president SME of TM and Sarbini signing the Service Agreement on behalf of TM while Imperial Hotel was represented by Don Yew Hoon, chief executive officer of Boulevard Group of Companies and Kuek.

Also present at the ceremony were Su, Sharon Lau, financial controller of Imperial Hotel Kuching, Azman Yusof, general manager of SME, TM and Roslawati Mohd Tahir, head of SME, TM Sarawak.

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