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GLORIOUS FOOD FESTIVE EXCLUSIVEAs always, there is no shortage of food for the festiveseason, and those seeking traditional meals forChristmas Day and Christmas Eve will be spoilt forchoice, as nearly every hotel will be laying on a specialbuffet or set menu featuring many of the classicfavourites.For something more intimate, many restaurants haveset dinners for Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve, andmost showcase their in-house specialities rather thanfestive traditions. If you want to enjoy a meal at homebut the prospect of cooking a turkey fills you with fear,many hotels and restaurants offer take-away turkeysthat are ready-roasted and often come with all the sidedishes and desserts you could want. Just make sureyou place your order early.LIGHTING UP THE WORLDThere is something about Christmas lights that getseveryone in the jolly holiday mood. As such, Christmasdecorations are taken very seriously, especially atthe biggest malls in Selangor and centre courts aretransformed into winter wonderlands, complete withChristmas trees, sparkling decorations, and Christmasmusic blaring. Besides that, many malls will hostvarious events such as carol concerts, and nearly allwill have Santa stopping by with his team of elves, somake sure you take your little ones down to let the fatguy know their wish list and add a little sparkle to thefestive build-up.SHOPPING FRENZYIt would not be Christmas without a mad rush to buypresents, but gift purchasing is made a little moreconvenient thanks to the many Christmas markets andbazaars that appear in almost every shopping mall inthe country. Visit your favourite mall during the monthand you are bound to spot beautiful tree ornaments,gift hampers, and all manner of goodies that will makegreat presents when you go visiting.Shopping will also be kinder on your pocket here inMalaysia, because malls and shops nationwide willhave all kinds of promotions, reductions, and specialoffers to make shopping more affordable. This is alsothe perfect opportunity to pick up those things youhave coveted all year! 99

SPORTS & RECREATION Activities: Sports & Recreation! Malaysia's lush nature provides the ideal setting for exciting outdoor activities. When it comes to sports and recreation, Malaysia offers some of the most exhilarating experiences that one can indulge in. If you are looking for outdoor As you go through the pages under activities for adults, you may well this section, you will be outpoured find your next great adventure in with many outdoor sports and the outdoor activities listed for your activity ideas. Some are physically convenience in the coming pages. active, some are just plain fun. There are also lots of good ideas The list of outdoor activities will for outdoor activities to do on the inspire you with ideas for what fun weekend or rather things for couples and adventure you can get up to to do in the outdoors rather than the outdoors, either on your own, with usual stuffs! family, friends or colleagues.100

Golf SPORTS & RECREATIONKelab Golf Seri SelangorAddress: Persiaran DamansaraIndah, Off Persiaran Tropicana47410 Petaling JayaTel: 603-7806 1111Squash, Swimming & WatersportsPJ Palms Sports CentreAddress: No 1 Lorong Sultan, 46200Petaling JayaTel: 603 -7960 7919 Bowling Alley Sunway Mega Lanes Address: Lot F1, 22 Level 1, Sunway Pyramid Shopping Centre, 3, Jalan PJS 11/15, Bandar Sunway, 46150 Petaling Jaya Tel: 603-7492 6307Horse RacingSelangor Turf ClubAddress: Jalan Kuda Emas, SelangorTurf Club, 43300 Seri KembanganTel: 603-9058 3888 101

SPORTS & RECREATION Tennis Darts Dewan Sivik MBPJ Idarts Trinity Address: Jalan Yong Shook Lin, Address: 39&41 LG2 Block C, 72A, 46675 Petaling Jaya Jalan Universiti, Seksyen 13, 46200 Petaling Jaya Tel: 603-7956 3544 Tel: 603-7931 1298 Indoor Futsal, Badminton, Ping Pong, Pool The Challenger Sports Centre Address: 118, Jalan Semangat, 46200, Petaling Jaya Tel: 603-7955 3311 Archery Star Archery Address: F1.25, Sunway Pyramid, No.3 Jalan PJS 11/15, Bandar Sunway, 46150 Petaling Jaya Tel: 603-5621 1302102

Shopping Time! SPORTS & RECREATIONShopping Spree in StyleMalaysia is a Shopping heaven of theEast along with its eclectic mix of megamalls, vintage retailers, unique mom-and-pop stores, open air bazaars andmarkets. Voted 4th amongst 12 of theWorld’s Best Shopping Cities by CNN,Kuala Lumpur bested the likes of Paris,Hong Kong, Dubai and Milan in the stakesfor the most gratifying and enjoyableshopping experiences Selangor offerssome of the best bargain opportunities,quality upscale stores, variety of brandsand merchandises, city splendour, diningexperience, accommodation options andworld class services.The shopping landscape in the major citiesin Malaysia tends to extend from the citycentres to the outlaying suburban areas,meaning shoppers can experience greatshopping wherever they go. While mallslike One City Mall, Main Palace, EmpireShopping Gallery, The 19 USJ City Mall andSubang Parade are clustered together inthe Subang area, shoppers can still enjoygreat shopping in the suburban areas ofPuchong, Damansara and Petaling Jaya.Three of the largest shopping malls aresituated in these areas, IOI City Mall inPuchong, 1 Utama in Damansara andSunway Pyramid in Sunway, with hundredsof retail outlets at each mall to satisfy one’sshopping obsession.Ask any Malaysian why one should comehere and the answer ranges from thediverse culture and mouth-watering food tothe magnificent sceneries and landscapes,the warm and friendly people, the cities andnatural surroundings and not forgetting, theGREAT SHOPPING EXPERIENCE! And withthis year’s Visit Malaysia 2015, tourists toMalaysia can expect events and activitiesto be bigger, better and grander. 103

SHOPPING 1 Utama Shopping Centre Address: 1, Lebuh Bandar Utama, Bandar Utama, 47800 Petaling Jaya Tel: 603-7710 8118 Jaya Shopping Centre Address: Jalan 14/17, Seksyen 14, 46100 Petaling Jaya Tel: 603-7932 0955 Atria Shopping Gallery Address: Jalan SS 22/23, Damansara Jaya, 47400 Petaling Jaya Tel: 603-7733 5156 The Curve Address: 204, No.6, Jalan PJU 7/3, Mutiara Damansara, 47810, Petaling Jaya Tel: 603-7725 8775 Bangsar Shopping Centre Address: Jalan Maarof, 59000 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 603-2094 7700 Bangsar Village Address: 1, Jalan Telawi 1, Bangsar Baru, 59100 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 603-2282 1808 104

Sunway Pyramid Shopping SHOPPINGCentreAddress: Bandar Sunway,No. 3 Jalan PJS11/15,46150 Petaling JayaTel: 603-7494 3000One City Mall, USJAddress: Jalan USJ 25/1,47650 Subang JayaTel: 603 5115 9923Main PlaceAddress: Jalan USJ 21/10 ,Persiaran Kewajipan, 47630,Subang JayaTel: 603-8081 7896IOI City MallAddress: Lebuh IRC,IOI Resort City, 62502Putrajaya, SepangTel: 603-8328 8899AEON Mall Bukit TinggiKlangAddress: /KS 6, Bukit Tinggi2, 1, Jalan Batu Nilam 1,41200 Klang, SelangorTel: 603-3326 2370Klang ParadeAddress: No.2112, KM2,Jalan Meru, 41050 Klang,SelangorTel: 603-3343 7889 105

SHOPPING Empire Shopping Gallery Address: Jalan SS16/1, 47500 Subang Jaya Tel: 603-5635 9858 Amcorp Mall Address: 18, Persiaran Barat, Seksyen 52, 46200 Petaling Jaya Tel: 603-7956 2999 Paradigm Mall Address: SS7, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Tel: 603-7801 1188 The 19 USJ City Mall Address: Jalan Persiaran Kewajipan,USJ19 47600 Subang Jaya Tel: 603-80230286 Nu Sentral Address: No 201, Jalan Tun Sambanthan 50470, Kuala Lumpur Tel: 603-2773 5611 Quill City Mall Address: 1018, Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250, Kuala Lumpur Tel: 603 2603 1018 106

CITTA Mall SHOPPINGAddress: no, 1, Jalan PJU1a/48, Pusat PerdaganganDana 1, 47301 PetalingJayaTel: 603-7662 5000Setia City MallAddress: Persiaran SetiaDagang, Setia Alam, 40170Shah AlamTel: 603-3375 8788Subang ParadeAddress: 5 Jalan SS 16/1,47500 Subang JayaTel: 603-5633 2530Tropicana City MallAddress: No 3, JalanSS20/27 47400 PetalingJayaTel: 603 – 7710 1818IOI MallAddress: LDP, BandarPuchong Jaya, Puchong,SelangorTel: 603-5882 8888Setia WalkAddress: PersiaranWawasan, Pusat BandarPuchong, 47160 Puchong,SelangorTel: 603-5882 2995 107

ACCOMMODATION Introduction Live the culture, Stay in comfort! Travelling to a new country can be an unsettling experience sometimes. Not only are you facing a host of new and unfamiliar customs and traditions, you are likely facing them on your own or with your immediate family. Malaysia is home to the widest variety of quality accommodation and boasts some of the world’s most famous hotels, serviced apartments, resorts and budget accommodations. While some of these accommodations are beautifully designed, most of them fit the basic requirements for a comfortable night stay. With over 100,000 rooms to choose from, this column takes the initiative to welcome all tourists with sufficient info of accommodation by promoting the Malaysian Hospitality. It can be said that Malaysia is also generally a very friendly place to be, and you will quickly discover that local people are always happy to help and chat, and will be quick to take you under their wing when they realise that you are new to the country. Similarly, there are lots of expats living in Malaysia, and plenty of organisations, clubs, and events that cater to people looking to make new friends. Having said that, Malaysia, especially the capital state is a treasure trove of diverse and innovative experiences; providing all tourists a perfect mix of comfort and leisure which is a class above the rest. 108

Alami Garden Hotel ACCOMMODATIONAddress: 1-13, Block1, Presint alami, No.2,Persiaran Akuatik, Seksyen13 40100 Shah AlamTel: 603-5518 1223Ryokan Chic HotelAddress: 97, JalanSS21/37, DamansaraUtama, 47400 PetalingJayaTel: 603 2096 9184Cottage Inn SubangAddress: 8, Jalan USJ 9/5t,Subang Business Centre,47620 Subang JayaTel: 603 8024 5988The Verve HotelAddress: D3A-2, Dana 1Commercial Centre JalanPJU 1A/46, 47301 PetalingJayaTel: 603-7842 8820Merrida HotelAddress: No.18A, LebuhEnggang offPersiaran Sultan Ibrahim41050, KlangTel: 603-3344 8833 109

ACCOMMODATION Best Western Hotel PJ Address: No 1, Jalan 13/1, Section 13, 46100 Petaling Jaya Tel: 603-7610 2222 Concorde Hotel Shah Alam Address: 3 Jalan Tengku Ampuan Zabedah C9/C, 40100 Shah Alam Tel: 603-5512 2200 Summit Hotel Subang USJ Address: Persiaran Kewajipan, 47600 Subang Jaya Tel: 603-8023 3000 Eastin Hotel Petaling Jaya Address: 13, Jalan 16/11, Pusat Perdagangan Phileo Damansara, 46350 Petaling Jaya Tel: 603-7665 1111 Armada Hotel Address: Lot 6, Lorong Utara C, Section 52, 46200 Petaling Jaya Tel: 603-7954 6888 Crystal Crown Hotel Petaling Jaya Address: 12 Lorong Utara A, Off Jalan Utara 46200 Petaling Jaya Tel: 603-7958 4422 110

Hilton Petaling Jaya Hotel ACCOMMODATIONAddress: Petaling JayaHilton, 2, Jalan Barat,Seksyen 52, 46200 PetalingJayaTel: 603-7955 9122Sunway Resort Hotel andSpaAddress: 1, Jalan PJS11/15, Bandar Sunway,47500 Subang JayaTel: 603-5633 8788Hotel Villa SubangAddress: 9, Jalan SS12/1,SS12, 47500 Subang JayaTel: 603-5633 8788Dorsett Grand SubangAddress: Jalan SS12/1,Bandar Sunway, 47500Subang JayaTel: 603-5031 6060Holiday Inn GlenmarieAddress: 1 Jalan UsahawanU1/8, Seksyen U1,40250 Shah AlamTel: 603-7802 5200Best Western Petaling JayaAddress: No 1, Jalan 13/1Seksyen 13 Petaling JayaTel: 603-7724 9556 111

ACCOMMODATION Grand Bluewave Hotel Shah Alam Address: Persiaran Perbandaran, 40000 Shah Alam Tel: 603-5511 8811 Palace of Golden Horses Address: Jalan Kuda Emas, Mines Resort City, 43300 Seri Kembangan Tel: 603-8944 3808 Mines Wellness Hotel Address: Jalan Dulang Off The Darul Ehsan, Balakong, 43300 Seri Kembangan Tel: 603-8943 6688 Empire Hotel Subang Address: Jalan SS 16/1, Subang Jaya, 47500 Subang Jaya Tel: 603-5565 1388 Dorsett Grand Subang Address: Jalan SS 12/1, Bandar Sunway 47500 Subang Jaya Tel: 603-5031 6060 Saujana Hotel Address: Jalan Lapangan Terbang Subang 40150 Shah Alam Tel: 603-7843 1234 112

Première Hotel ACCOMMODATIONAddress: Bandar BukitTinggi 1/KS6, Jalan Langat41200 KlangTel: 603-3325 6868Pullman Hotel, PutrajayaLakesideAddress: No 2, Jalan P5/5,62200 PutrajayaTel: 603-8890 0000Seri Bayu Resort HotelAddress: PT 3076, Lot4756, Jalan Persiaran SriBayu, Bagan Lalang, 43950SepangTel: 603-3141 3603Cyberview Resort & SpaAddress: PersiaranMultimedia, 63000CyberjayaTel: 603-8312 7000Prescott Hotel KlangAddress: 18, LorongEnggang, Kawasan 17,41050 KlangTel: 603-3344 8833Tune Hotel – DPulzeCyberjayaAddress: Tune @ DPulze,Block D, Cyberjaya CBD,Persiaran Multimedia,Cyber 12,63000 CyberjayaTel: 603-8800 9103 113

ACCOMMODATION One Avenue Hotel Address: Lorong Masjid, Kampung Sungai Kayu Ara, 47400 Petaling Jaya Tel: 603-7725 3375 Gold Coast Morib International Resort Address: Morib, Banting, Selangor Tel: 603-3198 1028 The Royale Chulan Damansara Address: 2, Jalan PJU 7/3, Mutiara Damansara, 47810 Petaling Jaya Tel: 603-7959 9000 AVANI Sepang Goldcoast Resort Address: 67, Jalan Pantai Bagan Lalang, Bagan Lalang, 43950 Sepang Tel: 603-3182 3600 Best Western i-City Shah Alam Address: A-GF-01, No. 6 Persiaran Multimedia, Section 7, 4000 Shah Alam Tel: 603-5521 9000 Putrajaya Marriott Hotel Address: IOI Resort City 62502 Sepang Tel: 603-8949 8888 114

Café Culture in Klang Valley HANGOUT: CAFE HOPPINGStep into any coffee joint in theKlang Valley, and you are likely tofind yourself rubbing shoulders withcreative types and business expats.For a steadily growing group of youngMalaysians, café outings are not justfor the weekday wake-up kick, but aprofession, a passion, and a calling.It is a lifestyle, a joy, and not simplysomething to forgo regardless ofhow hectic life can get sometimes.Welcome to Malaysian café culture.

HANGOUT: CAFE HOPPINGThe Library Coffee Bar Address: Lot G - 8 B, Ground Floor, Avenue K, 156, Jalan Ampang, Kampung Baru, 50450 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 6013-454 7507 10am – 11.30 pm Franco Lot 146, G Floor (Old wing), 1 Utama Shopping Centre, 48200 Bandar Utama Tel: 603-7731 8923 10am – 10pm HarajuCube (Empire Damansara) Address: 103 Level 1, Empire Damansara, Damansara Perdana, Jalan PJU 8/8, 47820 Petaling Jaya Tel: 603-7733 5973 11 am – 11pm (Tuesday- Thursday & Sunday), 11am – 12am (Friday-Saturday) Caffe Bene Address: Sunway Pyramid Shopping Mall, Lot OB5, G-2 Oasis Boulevard, Ground Floor, Sunway Pyramid Shopping Mall. 10am - 10.30pm116

Brewyard Coffee Rekindle @ SS 2 HANGOUT: CAFE HOPPINGAddress: 42 (Ground Floor) SS15/4, Address: Ground Floor, No.25, Jalan47500 Subang Jaya SS 2/64, 47300 Petaling JayaTel: 6014-669 9319 Tel: 603-7496 630912pm – 12am (Except on Mondays) 12pm – 12am (Except on Mondays)Petiteserie DessertsFancy a dessert after lunch? Head on down to Amaya Saujana Condominiumat Saujana Subang, Petaling Jaya and look for Petiteserie Desserts whichis located just inside the residence. The name \"Petiteserie\" is a play onJanice Siew Jan Lin's petite-sized sweet morsels that are made with localingredients using French baking techniques that she mastered at Le CordonBleu. For example, the nutty Gula Melaka Banana was inspired by her favouriteMalaysian delicacies; deep fried banana fritters. But those who prefer Frenchclassics can still savour the Salted Caramel Chocolate that has a rich chocolatefilling yet is not too sweet or the Strawberry that simply melts in your mouthupon the first taste. Petiteserie desserts also provide 100% butter croissantsand danish pastries freshly baked every day from 2pm onwards. They alsoserve lunch from 12pm onwards serving rice and pastas using their very ownhomemade sauces. Besides that, its confections are supplied to cafes aroundthe Klang Valley including Battery Acid Club and Flingstones Cafe.Opening Hours: Daily,12 :00pm-7:00pmWebsite: www.petiteseriedesserts.com 117

Night out Nightlife in Klang Valley As the working day winds down and the sun sets in the horizon, Malaysian cities such as Selangor take on a different rhythm completely. While many larger cities in Malaysia have a nightlife scene to varying degrees, for the real movers and shakers scene,unsurprisingly Klang Valley is the place to be. In fact, when the sun goes down, the neon lights come up and Klang Valley comes alive with the hip and happening. The atmosphere is electric, with hints of an out of control carnival. Best of all, there are plenty of places to go for a quick bite after a night of merry dancing and drinking. The clubs are mainly Chinese patrons, but you will find visitors from all walks of life as well. To immerse yourself into the scene, all you have to do is sit down at one of the tables and wait for it to come to you! Getting to the clubs is easy by taxi, and even easier if you climb aboard the LRT. Get off at the designated station and all of these places are just a short walk away.118

The Roof Night outAddress: First Avenue,Bandar Utama, 47800Petaling JayaTel: 603-7729 1628Opening Hours: 5pm-3am(Daily)MuzeumAddress: G - 10 - G,Setiawalk, PersiaranWawasan, Pusat BandarPuchong, 47160, PuchongSelangorTel: 6012-703 6368Opening Hours: 11pm-2am(Daily)Hyde at 53MAddress: Jalan SS 21/1a,Damansara Utama, 47400Petaling JayaTel: 6012-299 5897Opening Hours: 5pm-2am(Daily)Movida Bar & LoungeAddress: Unit C-03 &C-03A, Block C, SunwayGiza, No. 2 Jalan PJU 5/14,PJU 5, Kota Damansara,47810 Petaling JayaTel: 603-6141 8022Opening Hours: 12am-3am(Daily) 119

Night outSoju Sunway Address: Level 12, 13 & 13M, Sunway Hotel Resort & Spa, Persiaran Lagoon, Bandar Sunway, Petaling Jaya Tel: 6012-6975576 Opening Hours: 7pm-3am (Daily) On Line Pub Address: 32, Jalan SS 20/10, Damansara Kim, 47400 Petaling Jaya Tel: 603-7728 0532 Opening hours: Mon-Fri, 5pm-1am; Sat, 7pm-1am Aquasonic Address: Oasis Boulevard, Sunway Pyramid, 3 Jalan PJS 11/15, 46150 Petaling Jaya Tel: 6016-223 9823 Opening Hours: 5pm-3am (Daily) Waikiki Bar Address: Lorong Sultan, Seksyen 52, 46200 Petaling Jaya Tel: 603-7957 3040 Opening Hours: 5.30 pm – 2am (Daily)120

Studio Lounge Night outAddress: Oasis Boulevard,Sunway Pyramid ShoppingMall, No. 3, Jalan PJS11/15, 46150 BandarSunway, Petaling JayaTel: 6018-229 9808Opening Hours: 11pm-2am(Daily)Bar TresAddress: A - 12, SunwayGiza Mall, 2, Jalan PJU5/14, Dataran Sunway,47810 Petaling JayaTel: 6016-230 0515Opening Hours: 3pm – 3am(Daily)The Beer FactoryAddress: Unit A-11,Sunway Giza, No 2,Jalan PJU 5/14, KotaDamansara,, Petaling JayaTel: 603-6141 6450Opening Hours: 4pm-2am(Daily)Laundry BarAddress: Lot G75;;76,Jalan PJU 7/3, MutiaraDamansara, 47820 PetalingJayaTel: 603-7728 1715Opening Hours: 3pm – 1am(Daily) 121

Cocoon Bar & ClubNight out Address: C-2, Sunway Giza Mall, Jalan PJU 5/14, Kota Damansara, 47810 Petaling Jaya Tel: 6016-692 9478 Opening Hours: 4pm – 2am (Daily) Dukes & Duchess Address: No 52, Lorong Rahim Kajai 14, 60000 Taman Tun Dr Ismail Tel: 603-7733 5850 Opening Hours: 4pm – 2am (Daily) Vintage Wine Bar & Restaurant D-G-60 IOI Boulevard, Jalan Kenari 5, 47170, Bandar Puchong Jaya, Selangor Tel: 603-8075 0545 Opening Hours: 12pm – 3pm, 5pm – 1 am (Daily) Foley’s Irish Bar & Oasis Skybar Address: Oasis Square Ara Damansara, Petaling Jaya Tel: 603-7734 0728 Opening Hours: 5pm – 2am (Daily)122

Tom, Dick & Harry Night outAddress: 18, Lorong RahimKajai 14, 60000, Taman TunDR IsmailTel: 603 7729 5678Opening Hours: 4pm –1am (Monday – Friday),10pm – 2am (Saturday);10pm – 1am (Sunday)Long Bar @ One WorldHotelFirst Avenue, BandarUtama City Centre 47800Petaling Jaya Selangor,MalaysiaTel: 603 7681 1111Opening Hours: 6pm- 2am(Daily)Social Bistro & Bar @PublikaAddress: Lot 31 & 32, LevelG2 The Square, SolarisDutamas, Jalan Dutamas 1,50480 Kuala LumpurTel: 603-6207 9225Opening Hours: 12pm-1am(Daily)Rootz Dance ClubAddress: Rooftop, Lot 10Shopping Centre,Jalan Sultan Ismail, KualaLumpurTel: 6017-638 2250 or 6011-1259 9250Opening Hours: Wednesday- Saturday 10pm-3am 123

WELLNESS, BEAUTY & SPA Refuge for Comfort Many of us would like to believe that beauty is skin deep however your appearance does to some extent leave an impression on people. And being the largest organ of the body, there’s plenty of skin to care about. So let’s get straight to the benefits of a spa getaway that in many ways is beneficial for your skin. Browse the next following pages in our guide to immerse yourself in what Klang Valley’s renowned spas has to offer for your wellness. Promising a complete journey for the senses, this Klang Valley 4 Locals guide will combine beauty, creativity and cultural authenticity, all for your indulgence pleasure. Of course, these spas are also transcendently beautiful, inspiring a sense of serenity all on its own. Andana Spa Kayu Ara Damansara Address: Holiday Inn 3-10,One Avenue, Glenmarie, 1 Jalan Jalan Masjid, PJU 6A, Usahawan U1/8, Seksyen U1, 47400 Petaling Jaya. Tel: 603-7725 6479 40250 Shah Alam Opening Hours: 9.30am - 7pm Tel: 603-7803 2328 Opening Hours: 10am-12am Urban Retreat Spa Baliayu Spa Sanctuary @ Address: Lot 157, 1st floor, Paradigm Mall Address: UG-25, Upper The Curve Shopping Mall, Ground Floor, Paradigm Mall, No 1, Jalan 7/26A, 6 Jalan PJU 7/3, Kelana Jaya, 47301 Petaling Jaya Mutiara Damansara, Tel: 603-7887 1213 Opening Hours: 10am – Petaling Jaya Tel: 603-7731 9829 Opening Hours: 11am – 10pm Aaroma Beauty Centre 10pm Address: Jalan PJU 5/14, Clarins Skin Spa 47810 Petaling Jaya Address: Level 1, F 301, 1 Tel: 603-6143 7633 Utama Shopping Centre, 1, Opening Hours: 11.00 am Lebuh Bandar Utama, 47800 – 7.30 pm Petaling Jaya Tel: 603-7728 5766 Opening Hours: 10am – 10pm124

The AsiaSpaSpa and Health Club Royale Spa, Royale Bintang WELLNESS, BEAUTY & SPA DamansaraAddress: No 33, 1st Floor, Address: Level 2, 6,Jalan Yap Kwan Seng, Jalan PJU 7/3, Mutiara50450 Kuala Lumpur Damansara, The Curve,Tel: 603-2289 0900 47800 Petaling JayaOpening Hours: 10am – Tel: 603-7727 736612am Opening Hours: 12pm- 11.30pmAnjung Jelita Spa & Beauty JoJoba Spa, Berjaya TimesAddress: Lot 115-1A & 1B, Square HotelJalan TKS 1, Taman KajangSentral, 43000 Kajang Address: 15th Floor, EastTel: 603-8736 4412 Wing Tower, No. 1, JalanOpening Hours: 11am-8pm Imbi, 55100 Kuala Lumpur(Monday & Wednesday Tel: 603-2141 7766– Sunday) *Closed on Opening Hours: 11am -2pm,Tuesdays 9pm-12amAura Wellness SpaAddress: 11-1, Jalan Remia4, Bandar Botanic, 41200KlangTel: 603-3324 0017Opening Hours: 12am –9pmBellevue Beauty & WellnessSdn. Bhd.Address: 28-3, Jalan Pju5/7, Kota Damansara,47810, Petaling JayaTel: 603-6141 7178Opening Hours: 11am-7pm(Tuesday-Sunday) *Closedon Mondays 125

WELLNESS, BEAUTY & SPA Emperor Spa Inner Sense Address: No.50, Jalan Address: H-G-12A, Jalan SS2/55, 47300 Petaling PJU 1/45 Aman Suria, Jaya Petaling Jaya, Malaysia Tel: 603-7865 4452 Tel: 603-7804 8608 Opening Hours: 10.30am- Opening Hours: 10am – 7pm (Tuesday-Sunday) 8pm *Closed on Mondays Kharyena Spa My Little Beauty n Spa Address: No. 36, Jalan Selangor, 46050 Petaling Address: C-3A-1, Block Jaya C, Setia Walk, Persiaran Tel: 603-7958 6219 Wawasan, Pusat Bandar Opening Hours: 10am- Puchong, 47160 Puchong 9.30pm (Daily) Tel: 603-5885 0118 Opening Hours: 11am-8pm Putrajaya Shangri-La (Daily) Health Club and Spa Foot Master Fish Spa Address: Precinct 1, 62000 Putrajaya Address: LG2.89, Sunway Tel: 603-8887 8882 Pyramid Shopping Mall, Opening Hours: 10am – 3, Jalan PJS 11/15, Bandar 10pm Sunway, 46150, Petaling Jaya Ozmosis Health & Day Spa Tel: 60-3 2144 1916 Opening Hours: 10am- Address: 16, Jalan Telawi 2, 10pm 59100 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 603-2287 0380 Alamia Spa Opening Hours: 10am – 9pm Address: Level 3, No.18 The Summit USJ 1 Subang Jaya Tel: 603-80114912 Opening Hours: 12pm- 10pm126

Sembunyi Spa Heavenly Spa WELLNESS, BEAUTY & SPA Address: 25, Jalan USJAddress: Persiaran 10/1F, 47620 Subang JayaMultimedia, 63000 Tel: 603-5632 3600Cyberjaya, Selangor Opening Hours: 10am –Tel: 603-8812 2700 8pmOpening Hours: 10am-10pm (Daily) Thai Odyssey (The Main Place)Sanctuary@One Address: Usj 21, 47630Address: Level 2, One World Subang JayaHotel, First Avenue, Bandar Tel: 603-8081 2766Utama, 47800 Petaling Opening Hours: 10am-Jaya 10pmTel: 603-7712 2266Opening Hours: 11am-9pm Starhill Spa(Daily) Address: Jw Marriot Hotel,Rosena Spa 183, Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala LumpurAddress: No. 92, Jalan 3, Tel: 603-2716 8342off Jalan Puchong, Taman Opening Hours: 10am-Tenaga, 47100 Puchong 10pmTel: 6012-245 0526Opening Hours: 10am-6pm The Sompoton Spa(Daily) Address: Level 10, TheSerenity Spa Intermark, 182, Jalan Tun Razak, 50400 Kuala LumpurAddress: No.45, Jalan Tel: 603-2172 7272Lawan Pedang 13/27, Opening Hours: 10am-Seksyen 13, 40100 Shah 10pmAlam, SelangorTel: 603-55106067Opening Hours: 10am-7pm(Daily) 127

TRANSPORTATATION Motoring in Malaysia One of the most enjoyable things about living in Malaysia is the country is served by an excellent transport system. Once you are in the country, there is always transport available to you to even remote areas. Traveling by road in Peninsula Malaysia is popular as the open roads take you through vibrant cities, coastal stretches, past highland mists and verdant jungles. Like most countries in Southeast Asia, Malaysia offers various transport options to you to even remote areas. The KL monorail, light transit railway (LRT) and Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTM) are some of the options available for you to get to a destination. Buses such as Rapid KL and KL Hop On Hop Off are generally depended on convenience but it is also one of the best ways to see the sights as you travel. Many visitors start driving in Malaysia without familarising themselves with the local rules and regulations, let alone the local driving style, which can make for a very frustrating learning curve. This is because Malaysian drivers are not known for their courtesy or predictability, so foreign visitors are advised to read about the safety and legal regulations on the road and take their time in learning the ropes before embarking on Malaysian roads. 128

KTM Komuter TRANSPORTATATIONKTM Komuter's 217km railway networkhas 53 stations. It consists of twolines, namely the Sentul to Port Klang(Pelabuhan Klang) line and Rawangto Seremban line, as well as a shuttleservice from Rawang station toTanjung Malim station which was firstlaunched on 21 April 2007.www.ktmb.com.my 03-22671200Light Railway Transit (LRT)Kuala Lumpur's light rail transit (LRT)system connects some key districtswhere banks, offices, hotels andshopping malls are concentrated.MonorailThe KL Monorail serves 11 stationslocated along the southeast andnortheast regions of Kuala Lumpur. Itconnects Stesen Sentral with variouslocations within the Kuala Lumpur CityCentre and Golden Triangle.Rapid KlRapidKL buses services 6 key areasof the Klang Valley with a total of165 routes. It provides 5 types of busservices to the commuter.www.myrapid.com.my 03-78852585KL Hop on Hop OffWith 22 designated stops, and over 40attractions throughout Kuala Lumpur,the double-decker, air-conditioned tourbus is equipped with facilities such aspre-recorded multi lingual commentaryfor each of the attractions and Wi-Fi,making it one of the most convenienttours around. 129

TRAVEL GUIDE Checklist 1st before To-Go! Tens of thousands of tourists and localians travel inbound and abroad. For most this is an incident-free experience but the best laid plans can be upset by a number of problems. Some are impossible to foresee or avoid so, by planning ahead and arming yourself with the right information, you can reduce the risks you might encounter overseas. Here are some tips before your-GO! Getting started Check that your passport are valid (your family’s too). The process of applying for a visa may take several months and some countries require at least six months of passport validity to issue a visa, so be careful. Find out if you and/or family members need a visa and make the application as soon as possible if you do. Getting ready to go Buy your tickets and make any necessary reservations for your trip. Check if you need an international driving license (remember that it is valid for only one year and it cannot be renewed, you must apply for it again). Make sure you and your pet have all the vaccines required to travel abroad. It may be required that your pet goes into quarantine. Arrange your travel insurance and your health insurance abroad (do not forget all other family members). Check whether your contributions towards your pension are recognized in the country you are moving to. Make sure that you and your family get medical and dental examinations, take a copy of the results. Also take documents that prove and describe your insurance cover. If you are renting a house, tell your landlord. Under many contracts you are required to give notice several months in advance. Sell anything that you are not taking with you (cars, furniture, property, etc.). Otherwise you can ask friends to take care of it or put it in a deposit. If you are leaving for a long period, perhaps you should give “powers of attorney” over your financial affairs to someone while you are absent. 130

Last things Checklist 1st before To-Go!Cancel your utilities in advance: electricity, gas, oil, water, telephone (also TRAVEL GUIDEyour mobile) and internet.Cancel your subscription to any clubs, associations, courses, newspapers,etc.Close your bank accounts unless you think that you will use them.Inform the tax authorities that you are leaving.Give your new address to your friends, family and business associates.Redirect your mail through the Post Office.Pay all outstanding bills and loans before you leave the country. Giveback any money you borrowed from friends. 131

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION Emergency Fire, Ambulance & Police 999 (Mobile Phones) 112 Civil Defense 991 Digi Customer Service +603 016 221 1800 Electricity Disruption +603 2282 1144 Water Disruption (PJ) +603 7781 2333 Kuala Lumpur City Hall +603 9284 3434 Kuala Lumpur City Hall Emergency Unit (24 hours) +603 4023 0428 Kuala Lumpur City Hall Enforcement +603 2693 4531 Kuala Lumpur City Hall General Complaints Department +603 2698 7998 Tourism Malaysia Tourism Infoline 1-300-88-5050 PWTC +603 2614 6999 KL Sentral +603 2730 2000 MaTIC, Jalan Ampang +603 9235 4848 KL Tourist Police Enquiries +603 2149 6590 KL Tourist Headquarters +603 2617 9000 Customs Regulations The following can be brought into Malaysia duty free: • 1L of alcohol • 225g of tobacco (200 cigarettes or 50 cigars) • souvenirs and gifts not exceeding RM200 (RM500 when coming from Labuan or Langkawi) Cameras, portable radios, perfume, cosmetics and watches do not incur duty. Prohibited items include weapons (including imitations), fireworks, ‘obscene and prejudicial articles’ (pornography, for example, and items that may be considered inflammatory or religiously offensive) and drugs. Drug smuggling carries the death penalty in Malaysia. Visitors can carry only RM1000 in and out of Malaysia; there’s no limit on foreign currency. Gay & Lesbian Travellers Malaysia is a predominantly Muslim country and the level of tolerance for homosexuality is vastly different from its neighbours. Sex between men is illegal at any age and syariah Islamic laws (which apply only to Muslims) forbid sodomy and cross-dressing. Fortunately, outright persecution of gays and lesbians is rare. Nonetheless, gay and lesbian travellers should avoid behavior that attracts unwanted attention. Malaysians are quite conservative about displays of public affection. Although same-sex handholding is quite common for men and women, this is rarely an indication of sexuality; an overtly gay couple doing the same would attract attention, though there is little risk of vocal or aggressive homophobia There’s actually a fairly active gay scene in KL. The lesbian scene is more discreet, but it exists for those willing to seek it out. The PT Foundation is a voluntary nonprofit organisation providing education on HIV/AIDS and sexuality and care and support programmes for marginalised communities in Malaysia.132

City Transport Personal Safety ESSENTIAL INFORMATIONAlthough the city centre with most Kuala Lumpur is one of theof the major sights is easy enough safest cities in Southeast Asia.to walk around, the city’s light rail As is the case in any othersystem or a bus is a far better city, however, visitors shouldmeans of transport, especially if be careful with their cashyou are not used to the climate. and valuables, keeping themEven one or two stops give you in their sight and if possiblea five-minute break in icy air in money belts. There areconditioning which will revive you pickpockets in this place asfor some more walking. On the in all other developed places,street do not rely on traffic lights and a particular problem insince motorbikes in particular Selangor is purse snatchingtend to ignore them. When using by motorcyclists, so handbagspublic transport, remember that should always be carried onthe rush hours are around 08:00 the side away from the road.– 10:00 and 17:00 – 19:00. 133

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION Mobile/Cellular Service Provider Maxis Communications +603 7492 2123 www.maxis.com.my Digi Telecommunications www.digi.com.my +603 5721 1800 Celcom www.celcom.com.my +603 3630 8888 U Mobile www.u.com.my +603 2117 9888 Public and Cellular Phones Local and International fixed land line calls can be made from public pay phones throughout Malaysia using coins and prepaid cards, or at any Telekom Malaysia office. Prepaid mobile phone and IDD (International Direct Dial) cards are also widely available at affordable local rates from most Post Offices, Petrol Stations, Supermarkets, Mini Markets, 7 Eleven Stores, Mobile Phone Kiosks and Shops. TMNet Streamyx www.tm.net.my 1300-88-9515 Jaring www.jaring.my +603 8991 7080 Airzed +603 6203 5181 www.airzed.com TIMEdotNet Berhad www.time.net.my 1800-18-1818 Telekom Directory Service 103 Telekom Domestic Assisted Service 101 Telekom International Service 108 Telekom Malaysia Telekom International Service 1050 Telekom Malaysia Products & Services Telephone Installation +603 4256 0622 Telekom Malaysia Time Announcement 1051 Telekom Multi-lingual International Service 1982 (Japan) Telekom Multi-lingual International Service 1981 (Mandarin) Telephone Disruption +603 2026 6464 Telephone, Datel & Telefax Disruption 100134

Domestic Airlines ESSENTIAL INFORMATIONAir Asia +603 7651 2222Firefly +603 7845 4543Malaysia Airlines +603 7846 3000 International AirlinesAir Canada +603 2148 8596Air France +603 2711 2300Air India +603 2142 0166Air Lanka +603 2143 3353Air Mauritius +603 2142 9161Air New Zealand +603 2715 5020American Airlines +603 2148 0644British Airways +603 2167 6006China Airlines +603 2148 9417Egypt Air +603 2145 6867Emirates +603 2058 5888Garuda Indonesia +603 2162 2811Iran Air +603 8787 3722Japan Air +6038787 1110Korean Air +603 2142 8311Myanmar Airways +603 2672 1261Singapore Airlines +603 2692 3122Thai Airways +603 2034 6888Uzbekistan Airway +603 2144 8994Vietnam Airlines +603 2162 8288Foreign High Commission andEmbassiesArab Saudi +603 4257 9433Australia +603 2146 5555Britain +603 2170 2200Canada +603 2718 3333China +603 2142 8495France +603 2053 5500Germany +603 2170 9666India +603 2093 3509Indonesia +603 2145 2011Italy +603 4256 5122Japan +603 2142 7044New Zealand +603 2078 2533Singapore +603 2161 6277Spain +603 2142 8776Thailand +603 2148 8222United States +603 2168 5000 135

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION Credit Cards American Express +603 2050 0000 Diner’s Club +603 2730 3388 Visa International +603 2096 1779 MasterCard International 1-800-80-4594 Information Counters at Kuala Lumpu International Airport (KLIA) The Main Terminal Building (MTB) +603 8776 4386 The Contact Pier (CP) +603 8776 0259 The Satellite Building (SAT) +603 8776 2454 Kedah Langkawi International Airport +604 714 2994 Penang Penang International Airport +604 643 4411 Sabah Kota Kinabalu International Airport +6088 325 555 Sarawak Kuching International Airport +6082 454 242 Information Counters at Low Cost Carrier Terminal (LCCT) Lost & Found +603 8777 6777 +603 8777 6641 Telecab Service Airport Limousine +603 8787 3030 Airport Limousine & Greet +603 8787 3678 Comfort Taxi +603 8024 2727 Destination Cab +603 6257 2727 Eco Transit +603 5512 2266 KL Taxi +603 9221 4241 KLIA Limousine +603 9223 8080 Outstation Taxi +603 2078 3525 Public Cab +603 6259 2020 Radio Cab +603 9221 7600 Saujana Cab +603 2162 8888 Selasih Muara +603 6185 6688 Shah Alam Taxi +603 5519 1740 Sunlight Cab +603 9057 5757 Supercab +603 7805 5333 Taxi Service +603 8024 2727 Teletaxi +603 9221 1011 Wilayah & Selangor +603 2693 6213136

Courier / Parcel Services Travel & Accomodation ESSENTIAL INFORMATION AssociationDHL 1-300-88-1188FedEx 1-800-88-6363 Malaysian Association ofTNT 1-300-88-2882UPS 1-800-18-0088 Hotels 03-4251 8477 Car Rental Agencies www.hotels.org.my 03-2141 2313 Malaysia BudgetAdvantage Hotel AssociationCar Rentals 03-2142 5855 www.budgethotel.org.myApex Rent A Tour and Travel Agents 03-9287 6881 www.matta.org.myCar 03-2124 1926Avis Rent A CoachCar 03-8787 4087Hawk Rent A Plusliner (Puduraya) 03-2070 2617Car 03-2164 6488 Transnasional 03-2070 3300Hertz Rent A (Puduraya) Car 03-2148 6433 Konsortium (Puduraya) 03-2072 4500Insas Pacific Rent A Sri Maju (Puduraya) 03-2078 6618Car 03-2287 0131 Medical ServicesKasina Rent-A- KL is an increasingly popular destination for health tourism, fromCar 03-8787 1739 cosmetic surgery to dental veneers. Medical centres and dentists areMayflower Car found in all the big malls and a private consultation will cost around RM35.Rental 03-62521888 Pharmacies are all over town; the most common is Guardian, in most malls.Orix Car DentistsRentals 03-9284 7799Local Government OrganisationThe Malaysian Government’sOfficial Portal Dental Pro Tel: 03-2287 3333www.gov.my Address: 8 Lengkok Abdullah, Bangsar UtamaKuala Lumpur Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday: 10am-6pmCity Hall 03-2617 9931 Pristine Dental Centre Tel: 03-2287 3782www.dbkl.gov.my Address: 2nd floor, Mid Valley Megamall, Mid Valley City, LingkaranImmigration Syed Putra Opening Hours: 10am-6pmDepartment ofMalaysia 03-20955077www.imi.gov.myRoyal MalaysianCustoms 03-8882 2100 Medicare Clinicwww.customs.gov.my Medicare Clinic Tel: 03-2287 7180Daily Weather Forecast Address: 2nd Floor, Mid Valley Megamall, Mid Valley City, Lingkaranfrom the Malaysian Syed PutraMeteorological Service Opening Hours: 10am-10pmwww.kjc.gov.my 137

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION USEFUL CONTACTS Banks MALAYSIAN FACTFILE Malaysian banking hours are from 09:30 to Country 16:30 Monday to Thursday and (09.30 to 16.00 on Fridays), with some banks Malaysia consists of 13 states, 11 in Peninsular open on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Malaysia (West Malaysia) with the 2 remaining (Banking hours may vary between banks states of Sabah and Sarawak, on the island of on the weekend). Most banks offer 24- Borneo in (East Malaysia). The country also has 3 hour cash withdrawals – with ATM machines Federal Territories, namely: Wilayah Persekutuan found almost everywhere in the city, including Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Labuan. major shopping malls and petrol stations. For problems with ATM or credit cards, please call Geographical Location the respective bank hotline or log on to the Malaysia lies 7° north of the Equator, and consists bank’s website. of Peninsular Malaysia and East Malaysia. Peninsular Malaysia’s closest neighbours are Affin Bank Berhad 1-800-88-3883 Thailand to the north and Singapore to the south, www.affinbank.com.my while East Malaysia is bound by Indonesia’s Kalimantan to the south. Kuala Lumpur is situated Alliance Bank Malaysia 1-800-18-1822 approximately halfway down the west coast of Berhad Peninsular Malaysia and 35 km (22 miles) inland. www.alliancebank.com.my Dubbed Malaysia’s Garden City of Lights, the city Al-Rajhi Bank 1-300-826-000 sits at the confluence of the Klang and Gombak www.alrajhibank.com.my rivers. Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad 1-800-88-8686 Area www.bankislam.com.my 03-2690 0900 329, 758 sq km; 234 sq km (Kuala Lumpur) Bank Simpanan Nasional 03-2162 3222 Capital (BSN) Kuala Lumpur (KL). The capitals new www.bsn.com.my administrative centre is at Putrajaya, approximately a half an hour’s drive from the city CIMB Bank 03-2084 8888 centre. www.cimb.com.my People Citibank Malaysia 03-2383 0000 Malays make up about 57% of the population, www.citibank.com.my with Chinese, Indians and other indigenous ethnic groups making up the balance. HSBC Bank Malaysia Berhad 1-300-88-1388 www.hsbc.com.my Language Maybank Group 1-800-88-3231 Bahasa Malaysia is the country’s national www.maybank.com.my language, with English being widely spoken. www.maybank2u.com.my Malaysians in general speak more than one language including, the Chinese dialects of Public Bank Berhad 1-800-88-3323 Mandarin, Cantonese, Hokkien, Hakka and Indian www.publicbank.com.my such as Tamil, Mallayalam, Punjabi and Telegu. RHB Bank Berhad 03-9206 8118 Religion www.rhb.com.my Islam is the official religion of Malaysia; all other Standard Chartered Bank 03-7711 8888 faiths are also practiced freely. Malaysia 03-2692 4511 www.standardchartered.com. Government my Malaysia’s government runs on Parliamentary United Overseas Bank democracy and a bicameral legislative system, Berhad with the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (the King) as www.uob.com.my the Head of State, and the Prime Minister as the Head of Government. Shop Hours Department stores and supermarkets are usually open from 10:00 to 22:00 daily. In Kuala Lumpur as well as in most major towns, 24-hour eateries and convenience stores are widely available.138

USEFUL CONTACTS School Holidays ESSENTIAL INFORMATION Post Office Schools break for holidays five times a year. The actual dates vary from state to state butPost offices in Malaysia open daily from are generally in January (one week), March08.00 to 17.00 daily (except on Sundays (two weeks), May (three weeks), August (oneand public holidays). In the northern states week) and October (four weeks).of Kedah, Kelantan and Terengganu, postoffices are closed on Fridays and public Tippingholidays. Generally, you do not need to tip as a servicewww.pos.com.my 1-300-30-0300 charge is included in your bill. However,Aerograms and postcards cost 50 cents to whenever good service is rendered a small tipsend to any destination. Letters weighing may be suitable.20g or less cost 90 cents to Asia, Rm1.40to Australia or New Zealand, Rm1.50 to Entry Requirementthe UK and Europe and RM1.80 to North Local Malaysians travelling betweenAmerica. A 1kg parcel to most destinations neighbouring states in Malaysia are required towill cost around RM35 by sea and RM70 by carry their Identification Cards (IC) at all times.air. Registered mail costs an extra RM3.90 Those travelling from East Malaysia to the(letters and parcels up to 2kg only). Main Peninsular must produce their IC and any otherpost offices sell packaging materials and necessary travel documents to the Immigrationstationery. authorities as they exit Sabah and Sarawak.For international postal services, go to themain Pos Malaysia office, at Jalan Raja VaccinationLaut, which is across the river from Central Visitors are advised to consult with their ownMarket. Branch post offices are found all GP before departure or check with the doctorover KL, including: at a local clinic on arrivalPos Malaysia (48, Jalan Telawi, BangsarBaru) CurrencyPos Malaysia (Jln TAR, near the crossingwith Jln Sultan Ismail, Little India) The unit of currency in Malaysia is the MalaysianPos Malaysia (3rd Floor, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Ringgit, denoted as RM. Coins and notes areSungai Wang Plaza) also used as smaller denominations from RM 1,Pos Malaysia (Basement level, Suria KLCC, 50sen, 20sen, 10sen, 5sen. Foreign currenciesJalan Ampang) can be converted on arrival at Kuala LumpurDHL (First Address: 60 Jalan Telawi, Bangsar International Airport (KLIA) and at banks andBaru; Opening Hours: Monday-Friday money changers across the city.10am-6pm, Saturday 11am-5pm); (SecondAddress: Ground Floor, Central Market,Jalan Hnag Kasturi; Opening Hours: 10am-9.30pm)As well as fixed secular holidays, variousreligious festivals (which change datesannually) are national holidays. Theseinclude Chinese New Year (in January/February), the Hindu festival of Deepavali (inOctober/November), the Buddhist festival ofWesak (April/May) and the Muslim festivalsof Hari Raya Haji, Hari Raya Puasa, Mawlidal-Nabi and Awal Muharram (Muslim NewYear).Fixed annual holidays include the following:New Year’s Day 1 JanuaryFederal Territory Day 1 February (KualaLumpur and Putrajaya only)Sultan of Selangor’s Birthday SecondSaturday in March (Selangor only)Labour Day 1 MayYang di-Pertuan Agong’s (King’s) BirthdayFirst Saturday in JuneNational Day (Hari Kebangsaan) 31 AugustChristmas Day 25 December 139

MEDICAL Introduction As one of Asia's most recognised developing countries, Malaysia has immense potential in an increasingly important tourism sector - health tourism Malaysia is one of the only countries within the region where medical tourism is promoted by the government. This thus provides medical tourists the assurance of quality care, regulation, safety standards and the governing laws within this industry. Malaysia healthcare offers specialties in various medical disciplines and performs some of the most complicated treatments in the world. Our teams of renowned medical specialists have been trained in some of the most esteemed medical institutions in the world and medical treatments are carried out in state-of-the-art facilities that have been furnished to meet international standards. Our healthcare facilities here are complemented by equally proficient doctors and nurses, offering round the clock service to the patients. With great hospitality and service being our practice, a comfortable stay in fully equipped and luxurious rooms is then assured.140

MEDICALThere are many hospitals in Malaysia that are accredited at an internationallevel by the JCI (Joint Commission International). The Malaysian Society forQuality in Health (MSQH) also issues accreditation on a national level to thehospitals to ensure the maintenance of quality in health care.The Ministry of health in Malaysia works with various healthcare services toensure that medical and health care quality is not compromised. Accordingto the rules of quality assurance in health care, all healthcare providers aresupposed to be licensed under the Health Care Facilities Act of 1998. Theassociation of private hospitals in Malaysia also strives to bring about thequality required in health care. Many of the hospitals in the country haveboth national and international accreditation. The Malaysian governmentis also taking huge steps to promote medical tourism in the country. TheMalaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC) has been set up to promoteand position Malaysia as the premier healthcare destination in the region.Under the current tourism development program, 35 private hospitals inMalaysia have been chosen to promote medical tourism. The MalaysianMinistry of Health has also launched a website to support the mission, andthey are considering including wellness centres, in addition to hospitals, intheir medical tourism offerings. A wealth of information is available at www.medicaltourism.com.my, the official site for Medical Tourism in Malaysia. 141

MEDICAL Hospital Listings Tropicana Medical Centre Colombia Asia Hospital Address: 11, Jalan Teknologi, No. 1, Lebuh Puteri, Bandar PJU 5, Kota Damansara, 47810 Puteri Puchong, Petaling Jaya 47100 Puchong, Tel: 603-6287 1111 Tel: 603-8064 8688 Fax: 603-6287 1212 Website: www.columbiaasia.com Website: www. tropicanamedicalcentre.com KPJ Damansara Specialist Hospital DEMC Specialist Hospital Shah Alam 119 Jalan SS 20/10, Damansara Utama Address: 4, Jalan Ikhtias, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Seksyen 14, Shah Alam Tel: 603-7718 1000 Tel: 603-5515 1888 Fax: 603-7722 2617 Fax: 603-5515 1815 Accident & Emergency Website: www.demc.com.my Department: Tel: 603-7722 3500 Sunway Medical Centre Website: www.kpjdamansara. com Address: Jalan Lagoon Selatan, Bandar Sunway, 46150 Petaling Beacon International Jaya Specialist Centre Tel: 603-7491 9191 Fax: 603-7491 8181 No. 1, Jalan 215, Section 51, Off Website: www.sunwaymedical. Jalan Templer, com.my 46050 Petaling Jaya Tel: 603-7620 7979 / 603-7787 Sime Darby Medical Centre 2992 Fax: 603-7787 2977 Address: No. 1, Jalan SS12/1A, Website: www.beaconhospital. 47500 Subang Jaya com.my Tel: 603-56391212 Fax: 603-5639 1675 Website: www.ramsaysimedarby. asia Ara Damansara Medical Centre Lot 2, Jalan Lapangan Terbang Subang, Seksyen U2, 40150 Shah Alam Tel: 603-5639 1212 Fax: 603-7846 0925 Website: www.ramsaysimedarby. asia142

Women & Cosmetic George Plastic Surgery MEDICALPuchong Fertility & Address: Wisma IndahWomen’s Specialist Centre 498-1-2 Jalan Tun Razak, 50400 Kuala Lumpur,Address: No. 5, Jalan Merbah Malaysia.3, Bandar Puchong Jaya, 47800 Tel: 603-9284 1292PuchongTel: 603-8076 7111 Gleneagles Kuala LumpurPusat Pakar Wanita & Address: 282 & 286 Jalan AmpangBersalin Selayang 50450 Kuala Lumpur MalaysiaAddress: No. 5, Jalan SJ 17, Tel: 603-4141 3000Taman Selayang Jaya, 68100Selayang Beverly Wilshire ClinicTel: 603-6120 1220/603-61388516 Address: Tropicana City Mall, Lot G-40, Jalan SSSoh & Loo Women’s 20/27,Specialist Seksyen 20, 47300 Petaling JayaAddress: No. 21, Jalan Batu Tel: 603-7725 8890Nilam 5, Bandar Bukit Tinggi,41200 KlangTel: 603-3323 5403The Women’s SpecialistCentreAddress: No. 24, Ground Floor,Jalan SS15/4D, 47500 SubangJayaTel: 603-5631 6631Nicanor Plastic & CosmeticSurgeryAddress: Merchant Square, A-1-3A, Jalan Tropicana Selatan,PJU 3, 47410 Petaling JayaTel: 603-7883 0964Beverly Wilshire ClinicAddress: Tropicana City Mall, LotG-40, Jalan SS 20/27,Seksyen 20, 47300 Petaling JayaTel: 603-7725 8890 143

Malaysian FactFile / Index Index Malaysian FactFile / Index Index A 21 N 33 24 14 Alam Shah Palace Nan Tian Temple Artemis Art Gallery 39 Nasi Lemak 223 21 Aviax-Aviation Experience Flight 48 Simulator 32 O 46 32 B 14 Old Chartered Bank Building 43 Bagan, Sekinchan 50 Orchard Homestay 23 Banting 35 Bukit Gasing Forest Park P 24 Bukit Malawati 47 41 Broga Hill 19 Paddy Field Sekinchan 42 26 Paya Indah Wetland Sanctuary C 28 Petaling Jaya Museum 19 Carey Island 38 Purplehouz Fine Arts Exhibition 33 Chong Kok Kopitiam Art Gallery Church of Lady Lourdes Putra Perdana Park 16 Church of St Thomas Putrajaya Botanical Garden City Karting 24 R D 27 Dong Zen Temple 26 Raja Abdullah Warehouse 26 Redang Beach 17 E 16 Escape Room 39 S 23 Extreme Park 43 Sealantis Dive Centre J Shalini Ganendra Art @ Gallery 34 Jugra Hill Lighthouse 46 Residence 41 Jump Street 16 Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz 42 Shah Mosque 42 K 50 Sultan Suleiman Royal Mosque 20 Kampung Kuantan Fireflies 17 Sunway Giza 14 Kidzania 19 16 Klang Railway Station 20 T 17 Klang Fire Station 49 21 Kuala Kubu Bharu Dam 50 Taksu Kuala Lumpur 27 Kuala Selangor Nature Park 26 Tanjung Sepat Kuan Yin Temple 28 Taman Botani Negara/ 23 Kuil Sri Nagara Bukit Cahaya, Shah Alam 36 Taman Ekuestrian Putrajaya M Taman Rimba Alam Masjid Darul Ehsan 28 Taman Wawasan The Kota Bridge Monument of Kuala Kubu Tragedy 49 The Pisang Cheese The Royal Bintang Morib 43 The Royale Chulan Damansara The Royal Gallery Mount Nuang 48 Thean Hou Temple Mudtrekker Paintball Park 38 W We-Ling Contemporary Wet World 144

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