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97 shoppingShopping Spree in Style! even intricate local handicrafts. The exemption of duty on certainMalaysia is popular with the items has also resulted in moreMEGA SALES every quarterly of competitive pricing and madethe year. Shopping in Malaysia is shopping in Malaysia much morean adventure of discovery. Since attractive option.it is situated at the crossroads of Check out our shopping reviews!!Asia, it presents to tourists the You will be amazed!best that the region can offer. Ithas rare treasures of the Orient,branded designer goods, and

shopping98 subang parade Subang Parade’s It’s Our Place As Subang Jaya’s first shopping mall, Subang Parade is a household name and community landmark. Since its refurbishment, it has transformed into a vibrant and colourful shopping haven for local residents as well as shoppers from afar. The recent refurbishment centre also earned a Silver Award from ICSC Asia Pacific in the category of Development and Design. The regional shopping mall has over 500,000 square feet of retail space, featuring over 160 specialty stores. Anchored by Parkson, the shopping centre has diverse retail mix, ranging from chic, affordable boutiques to highstreet labels such as Blook, VOIR, BONIA, Levi’s, Hush Puppies and many more. There’s also I Love bazaar happening on on the first floor every Saturday and Sunday for the first and last week of the month. For parents looking to occupy the kids while they shop, there is Tumble Tots, a centre for physical play programmes located on the first floor. For teenagers and families, the new 8-screen MBO cinema has all the latest blockbusters, with three 3D screens in addition to normal viewing screens. In Digital One, gadget lovers can find all the computer gadgets and accessories that their heart desire. Subang Parade also offers a wide selection of food and beverage outlets. Have a hearty meal at the homegrown Uncle Lim’s or tuck into a juicy burger at Carl’s Jr. For other Western food, try out the popular chains Subway, T.G.I. Friday’s and Swensen’s. The latest addition to the mall, Market Place, is a fusion cuisine food haven that offers diners a delicious array of different dishes. For further enquiries, please call Ms. Yuel Kum at Tel: 03-5032 9778 or visit www. hektargroup.com.

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100 Golden triangleshopping Sungei Wang Plaza Built in 1977, Sungei Wang Plaza is considered Kuala Lumpur’s first modern shopping mall offering ‘all kinds of everything’ to the masses.Even now, Sungei Wang’s star has not waned and houses a retail mix of over 700 outlets featuring the best and affordable fashion, streetwear, footwear, accessories and mobile phones.The dining options there are updated and eclectic, suiting a range of preferences and the buzz word here is value-for-money as reasonable quality products can be obtained even for those on a budget. Off Jalan Bukit Bintang (www.plazalowyat.com) Fahrenheit 88 Berjaya Times Square Out of the ashes of the town KL Plaza A jumbled mix of independent rises the new Fahrenheit 88, a shiny and street label and established brands, edgy mall for the young trend- conscious one of Malaysia’s biggest malls not urbanite. Japa casual wear fashion giant only accommodates more than 100 Uniqlo makes it Malaysian debut here outlets but also has room for an as joint anchor tenant of Fahrenheit 88 indoor theme park complete with its together with Signature IT – purveyor of own rollercoaster. Don’t be alarmed Super gizmos and gadgets. if you feel the ground beneath you feet vibrate and hear distant shrieks 179 Jalan Bukit Bintang KL while shopping. (www.fahrenheit88.com) 1 Jalan Imbi, KL (www.timessquarekl.com) Pavilion Named World’s Best Retail Centre by the FIABCI Prix Excellence Awards  in  2009,  Pavilion’s swanky selection of high street and designer brand attract the right type of clientele- the type that you don’t mind simply observing as you dine at the restaurant and cafes along its open air walkway while street musicians perform, setting the score for this real life runway. 168 Jalan Bukit Bintang , KL (www. Pavilion-kl.com)

Pamper your hands and feet 101 shoppingwith quality.Be assured with hospital-grade sterilization for all our nail toolsOPI Luxe for Hands & Feet Pedicure by L’Occitane Gentleman’s Nail CareG007, Ground Floor, Sungei Wang Plaza, Open Daily 10am - 10pmJalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur,Malaysia (KL Monorail - Bukit Bintang Station)Tel : +603-2141 3485 Email : [email protected] : http://www.facebook.com/thenailresidence

102 around klshopping Mid Valley Megamall One of the famous shopping mall around. From designer brands to affordables ones and even a quirky charity shop. And near to it you also can look for hotel (Cititel, Bouvelard), offices (Menara IGB) and also the other shopping mall. (The Gardens). Mid Valley City, Lingkaran Syed Putra, KL (www.midvalleycity.com) Alamanda Putrajaya Being the only mall in Putrajaya, Alamanda is usually packed during the weekends with shoppers. You can get your household items and groceries as its anchor tenants Cold Storage and Carrefour. Other anchor Parkson provides further retail needs and there is a cinema, bowling alley, karaoke outlet and games arcade in their Entertainment area. There is showy water feature in the front courtyard that becomes quite beautiful when lit up at night. Jalan Alamanda Precint 1, Putrajaya (www.alamanda.com.my) The Mines Shopping Mall Empire Shopping Gallery Previously known as Mines Shopping A fairly new addition, Empire Shopping Fair, the mall has undergone a make- Gallery opened its doors in 2010. over and shortenede its name to a With its 180 retail outlets, it looks set more effective The Mines. With a brand provide yet another holistic shopping new look and name , it promises more experience with its wide range of retail fun and entertainment to the eateries and shops. Following the trend masses. Each mall in Malaysia aims to of providing edutainment for kids, out-glitz each other but no other can Empire offers a whole floor dedicated boast of having a river run through it to children’s activities. except for The Mines. Jalan Dulang, Mines Resort City, Seri Jalan SS16/1, Ss 16 , Subang Jaya Kembangan, Selangor (www.empiresubang.com) (www.the-mines.com.my)

Around kl 103Sooka Sentral shoppingClaiming to be the ‘Play’ element in KL Sentral’s Live,Work, Play’ development concept, Sooka Sentralis a centre for leisure activities for busy urbanitesworking and living within the area. Eateries, fitnesscentres and spas are some of the stress relief outletscollected under Sooka’s doomed roof.Jalan Stesen Sentral 5, KL Sentral , KL(www.sookasentral.com)Viva HomeIf  you  are  thinking  of  buying new  furniture, renovating a room or fixing aplumbing problem in the near future, then just head on down to Viva Home for allyour home needs. From April 2011 onwards, Viva Home will be an integrated one-stop centre where homeowners can take pleasure in finding all their home needsand related services, complemented by arange of lifestyle and entertainment outletsin one place. From furniture and fittings tofixtures and home deco accessories, VivaHome eliminates the hassle of travellingto multiple places to locate various homeproducts of different categories.Lot S17 Pamper FloorStarhill Gallery, 181 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaTel : +603-2142 1397 Website : www.asianel.com Open Daily 10am - 9pm : http://www.facebook.com/Asianel-Reflexology-Spa

shopping104 others Amcorp Mall When it comes to clothes, fabrics and fashion, the Klang Valley has both retailers and wholesalers vying for a piece of the action. In this section we bring you the wholesalers and textile merchants who shape the backdrop of the fashion and apparel industry for the many ladies who still prefer to tailor-make their clothes. Lower Ground Floor, 18 Pesiaran Barat Off Jalan Timur, (www.shopneasy.com) SM Digital Mall SM Digital Mall’s unmistakable yellow, white and black tiled façade forms the centre of the commercial district in Petaling Jaya’s Section 14.The four-storey medium-sized mall contains a variety of IT-related products neatly seperated into five main categories: computers, mobile phones, gadgets, game consoles and accessories. Both business and personal users will find SM Digital Mall’s high accessiblity from the Asia Jaya LRT via feeder buses and the fact that PJ residents no longer have to travel to KL for high- quality, cutting-edge and value for money IT solutions. No 2, Jalan SS 14/20, Section 14, Petaling Jaya (www.digitalmall.com.my) Shah Alam City Centre (SACC Mall) Bangsar Village I & II Located near Shah Alam Lake Garden, Located in the privilaged Telawi SACC Mall houses a variety of retail neighbourhood, these twin malls stores and shopping outlets with high- full with international fashion labels, end and moderate brands. With its quirky cafes and supermarket. It also slogan ‘Specialty Lifestyle’, it is able to have some entertainment for the cater for its shoppers’ daily needs. kids too like Gymboree Play & Music Jalan Perbandaran 14/9, Shah Alam and FasTracKids. (www.sacc.com.my) 1 Jalan Telawi, Bangsar, KL (www.bangsarvillage.com)

JADI BATEK GALLERY 105 Jadi Batek Gallery shopping Malaysian Batik has long mesmerized many people with its intricate design patterns that seem to create a sense of charisma for those who wear it. These alluring fabrics come in an array of various motifs and colors that are often themed with designs of tropical flora and fauna.Visitors to Malaysia have the opportunity to experience how these remarkable fabricsare made by the skillful batik masters at JADI BATEK GALLERY. It is one of the largestbatik and handicraft centers in Kuala Lumpur and has been established for over 30 years.One of the highlights at JADI BATEK GALLERY is batik classeswhereby visitors can create their very own masterpieces.The batik created will be a precious souvenir for the visitorto bring back home. Batik classes are also a popular teambuilding activity among students and various corporateorganizations.To discover more about Malaysia and learn about Malaysian culture and handicraft, JADIBATEK GALLERY is the right place to visit. It will be a truly memorable and educationalexperience.JADI BATEK GALLERY SDN BHD Tel : (60)3 - 2145 113330, Jalan Inai, Off Jalan Imbi, Fax : (60)3 - 2141 0179 Email : [email protected] Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Website : www.jadibatek.com

106 others The Curve No. 6, Jalan PJU 7/3, Mutiara Damansara,shopping Petaling Jaya +603-7710 6868 +603-7710 3868 10:00 to 22:00 daily; Street Mall: 10:00 to 00:00 (Mon-Thurs), 10:00 to 01:00 (Fri, Sun and eve of Public Holidays) www.thecurve.com.my Take the Putra LRT to Kelana Jaya Station, and take a short 15 minutes taxi ride to the Curve. 1 Utama Shopping Centre No. 1, Lebuh Bandar Utama, Bandar Utama, Damansara +603-7726 4788 +603-7722 5788 10:00 to 22:00 (Sun-Thurs); 10:00 to 22:30pm (Fri-Sat) [email protected] www.1utama.com.my Take the Putra LRT to Kelana Jaya Station. From there, take a short taxi ride to 1 Utama, approximately 10 minutes away. IKEA No. 2 Jalan PJU 7/2, Mutiara Damansara, Petaling Jaya Great Eastern Mall +603-7726 7777 +603-7726 6255 303 Jalan Ampang 10:00 to 22:00 daily +603-4259 8888 [email protected] 10:00 to 22:00 daily www.ikea.com.my www.greateasternmall.com.my Take the Putra LRT to Kelana Jaya Station. From there, take a short taxi ride to IKEA, The Mall just 15 minutes away. Jalan Putra Viva Home +603-4042 7122 No.85, Jalan Loke Yew 10:00 to 22:00 daily +603-9281 1998 Take the Sentul line and get down at 10:00 to 22:00 daily PWTC Station. The Mall is adjacent to the http://www.vivahome.com.my/ LRT station, and next to Legend Hotel. Flea Markets Souk Al-TAR 22/F Maju Junction +603-2772 8500 10:00 to 22:00 daily Take the Monorail to Medan Tuanku Monorail Station. Alternatively, take the STAR LRT to Jalan Sultan Ismail LRT Station. Maju Junction is just a short walk away. If you’re exiting from the Monorail, take the exit to Medan Tuanku, away from the Sheraton Imperial Hotel and walk straight for approx 500 metres, you will see Maju Junction straight ahead. If you’re taking the STAR LRT, from the exit, turn right and walk straight along the shaded pathway. Maju Junction will be on your right.

107accommodationLive the culture, Stay In Comfort!Malaysia is home to the widest varietyof quality accommodation and boastssome of the world’s most famous hotels,serviced apartments, resorts, and budgetaccommodations. Whether the touristcomes with a family on business orbackpacking, Malaysia has over 100,000rooms every night. Our guide took theinitiative to welcome all tourists withsufficient info of accommodation bypromoting the Malaysian Hospitality.Your place can be the one for them as thisthe first free copy guide that stationed atall main Airports in Malaysia.

108Accommodation “EXPERIENCE THE NEW ‘BLUE WAVE’ REFURBISHED ROOM” Our new refurbished room design is overarching theme ‘Blue Wave’ seeks to draw guests into a delicate balance ambience of calmness and aspiration. It caters to the astute business clientele who seeks some form of soothing calmness as they retreat into an abode of leisure. With 341 luxurious rooms, we offer the guest a tastefully designed to exude modern simplicity, with fascinating wallpaper colour. To facilitate the guests’ need, non-smoking rooms are available. In addition, the corridors -soothing earth tones will usher our guests to their room in anticipating the well deserved rest in a comfort luxurious feeling. In the quiet exclusivity of the fourth floor lies the swimming pool, gym and spa for those who fitness enthusiasts. Get in on the pleasure of relaxing then book a pamper session with the breath-taking Dr. Azimuth Spa by enjoying skin reviving body masks, indulgent bath and massage session designed. CRAVING FOR SOMETHING AUTHENTIC? Culinary team, lead by Executive Chef Azmi Md. Sidek, work passionately to present solid, gut-sticking buffet, with a particularly emphasis on wonderfully local and international cuisine. Do expand your taste buds and take on a culinary journey through the different tastes that we offer at the coffee house and room service.

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110 AROUND KLAccommodation Hotel Hilton Kuala Lumpur Bestotel City Centre 3, Jalan Stesen Sentral, 368, Jalan Ipoh Kuala lumpur Sentral +603-4043 1888 +603-2295 0888 +603-4048 1888 +603-2282 7888 www.bestotel.com [email protected] www.shr.my/carcosa.com.my Kuala Lumpur International Hotel 79, Lorong Haji Hussein 2, Off Jalan Raja Muda Abdul Aziz +603-2692 9133 +603-2698 3145 Flamingo Hotel Carcosa Seri Negara Tasik Ampang, Jalan Hulu Kelang, Taman Tasik Perdana, Ampang Persiaran Mahameru, KL +603-4256 3288 +603-2282 1888 +603-4256 3188 +603-2282 6868 www.flamingo.com.my [email protected] [email protected] www.carcosa.com.my Vistana Hotel 9, Jalan Lumut, Off Jalan Ipoh +603-4042 8000 +603-4041 1400 [email protected] www.vistanahotels.com Grand Season Hotel Ancasa Hotel 72, Jalan Pahang Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock +603-2697 8888 +603-2026 6060 +603-2691 3333 +603-2026 8322 [email protected] [email protected] www.grandseasonshotel.com www.ancasa-hotel.com Swiss Inn 62 Jalan Sultan +603-2072 3333 +603-2031 6699 www.swissgarden.com Hotel Grand Continental Jalan Belia/ Jalan Raja Laut +603-2693 9333 +603-2693 1360 www.ghihotels.com.my

beyond kl 111 accommodation Cyberview Resort & Spa Persiaran Multimedia, Cyberjaya +603-8312 7000 +603-8312 7001 www.cyberview-lodge.comPutrajaya Marriott Hotel seri kembangan IOI Resort, Putrajaya +603-8949 8888 Palace of The Golden Horses +603-8949 8999 Jalan Kuda Emas,The Mines Resort City, www.marriottputrajaya.com Seri Kembangan +603-8943 2333Putrajaya Shangri-La +603-8943 2666 Taman Putra Perdana, www.palaceofthegoldenhorses.com.my Presint 1, Putrajaya +603-8887 8888 +603-8887 8889 www.shangri-la.com/putrajaya/shangri-laAddress : No.101 A-C, Jalan Putra,Opp: PWC LRT Station, 50350 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.Tel : (03) 4041-4102 (03) 4041-4103Fax : (03) 4041-4105Breakfast Free, 24 hours security, LCD TV with DVD Channels in Roomsand Star Cafe, IDD Phone, Minibar / Fridge, Coffee & Tea MakingFacilities, Complimentary Mineral Water, Free Wi.Fi Internet Service, DailyHousekeeping Service Laundry & Dry Cleaning Services, IndividuallyControlled Air-Conditioning, Hair Dryer, Iron (on request), Non SmokingArea Transportation (on request), Conference Hall / Meeting Room.

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114Accommodation Hotel list Exclusive (RM300- RM400 Per Night) The Ascott Crowne Plaza Mutiara Pacific Regency Jalan Pinang Jalan Sultan Ismail Hotel Apartment +603-2693 3988 +603-2148 2322 +603-2332 7777 www.ytlhotels.com www.crowneplaza.com www.pacific-regency.com Sheraton Imperial Mandarin Oriental Shangri-la Hotel Jalan Sultan Ismail KLCC Jalan Sultan Ismail +603-2717 9900 +603-2380 8888 +603-2032 2388 www.starwoodhotels.com www.mandarinoriental.com www.shangri-la.com Hotel Maya Hilton JW Marriot Jalan Ampang Kuala Lumpur Jalan Bukit Bintang +603-2711 8866 +603-2264 2264 +603-2715 9000 www.hotelmaya.com.my www.kuala-lumpur.hilton.com www.marriot.com The Westin Renaissance KL Hotel Grand Plaza Park Royal Bukit Bintang Jalan Ampang Jalan Bukit Bimtang +603-2731 8333 +603-2162 2233 +603-2147 0088 www.westin.com www.renaissance.com www.parkroyalhotels.com Le Meridien Grand Millenium Concorde Hotel Jalan Stesen Sentral Kuala Lumpur Jalan Sultan Ismail +603-2263 7888 +603-2117 4888 +603-2144 2200 www.lemeridien.com www.milleniumhotels.com www.concorde.net/kl The Royale Chulan The Gardens Hotel and Residences Jalan Conlay Mid Valley +603-2688 9688 +603-2268 1188 www.theroyalechulan.com.my www.gardenshtlres.com Impiana KLCC Hotel and Spa The Ritz- Carlton Jalan Ampang Jalan Imbi +603-2147 1111 +603-2141 0828 www.impiana.com/klcc.html www.ritzcarlton.com

115 Moderate (RM150- RM300 Per Night) accommodationBintang Warisan Palace Hotel The FederalJalan Bukit Bintang Jalan Masjid India Jalan Bukit Bintang+603-2148 8111 +603-2698 6122 +603-2148 9166www.bintangwarisan.com www.palacehotel.com.my www.fhihotels.comBoulevard Hotel Quality Hotel City Centre Anggun Kuala LumpurMid Valley City Jalan Raja Laut Jalan Tengkat Tong Shin+603-2295 8000 +603-2693 9233 +603-2715 1000www.blvhotel.com www.quality.com.my www.anggunkl,comPrince Hotel & Residence Kuala Lumpur Dorsett Regency HotelNo 4, Jalan Conlay Jalan Imbi+603-2170 8888 +603-2715 1000+603-2170 8999 www.dorsettregency.com.myreservations@princehotelkl.com.mywww.princehotelkl.com

Accommodation116 hotel DdEe aArRtT WELCOME TO HOTEL DE ART, SHAH ALAM Hotel de Art is not just your ordinary hotel. Known as the pioneer Art- themed hotel in Malaysia, every 58 rooms in this trendy boutique hotel is individually and creatively designed! Among our exciting themes are Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon, Pharaoh’s Conquer, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Secret Garden, to even legendary superstars like Michael Jackson, Lady Gaga, Elvis Presley, Lady Gaga and even Hello Kitty! you will find each room decorated with a unique theme to impress all guests. For the first time in Malaysia, guests get to choose the theme that suits their mood every time they check in! Provided with a wide range of amenities including free high speed Wi-Fi and plasma TV with satellite TV, guests are sure to experience utmost comfort. While staying here, guests are within close proximity from the famous i-City, blue mosque, museums, galleries, botanic gardens, Bukit Cahaya agricultural park, theme parks, shopping centers and many more. What’s more, rates are so affordable, you will be surprised!! So come by, check in and discover our spaces. One thing we promise, you haven’t seen anything like it! For more info, you may log on to www. hoteldeart.com.my or Facebook and search “Hotel de Art Msia’s Coolest Hotel”.

117EssEntial information & IndexHotel de ArtAddress : Lot 3, Jalan Kristal AS7/ AS, Section 7, 40000 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia.Tel : 03-5518 0975 / 03-5518 0976Website : www.hoteldeart.com.myEmail : [email protected]

EssEntial information & Index118 Transportation KTM Komuter Initially running from Sentul in the north to Port Klang on the southwest coast and from Rawang in the north to Seremban in the state of Negeri Sembilan in the south. Both trains stop at KL Sentral (KLCAT), connecting passenggers with the STAR LRT, PUTRA LRT and the Monorail. Trains operate at 15-minute intervals during peak hours and a 20-minute intervals during peak hours. Contact Number : +603-2267 1200 website : www.ktmb.com.my Light Railway Transit (LRT) The city has two different LRT networks for getting around, the RapidKL LRT and the Monorail. The Kelana Jaya line stretches from the Putra Terminal at Gombak to the Kelana Jaya Terminal - south west of KL in Petaling Jaya, with 24 stations in between including, Suria KLCC in the city centre, KL Sentral - also known as Kuala Lumpur City Air Terminal (KLCAT), Bangsar and Masjid Jamek. KLCAT is also the central point for pasenggers who wish to transfer between all three systems take the KLIA Ekspress to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The Sentul LRT serves 25 stations and is divided into two lines, the Ampang line and the Sri Petaling line. The Ampang line runs between the northern suburb of Sentul and Ampang on the eastern side of the city - making stops at Putra World Trade Centre, Sultan Ismail and Plaza Rakyat. The Sri Petaling line also runs from Sentul in the cities north, but continues to Sri Petaling on the south side of KL - stopping along the way at Bukit Jalil Stadium. Trains operate daily - including public holidays, from 6.00a.m to 11.45p.m at intervals of 3-5 minutes during peak hours. The RapidKL station of Masjid Jamek is where passenggers can transfer between all the LRT lines. Contact Number : +603-2267 8000 website : www.KLIAekspres.com

Readers’ Reviews 119Alejandro Navio EssEntial information & Index(Age 30, From Madrid, Spain)I really enjoyed the travel livingsection. It made me more alertwhen I was travelling around Ma-laysia more. Thumbs up KL THEGUIDE.Jason Cheah Roslina Pakwan(Age 27 – From Beijing, China) (Age 23 – Brunei Darussalam)It will be more exciting if there are I love your websites. Very colourfulquizzes or something interactive and nice info! I would like to see moreactivities with readers in every happening stuffs in the websites. Isection. For example: Take a picture am looking forward for more peoplewith the respective building or to write something at the travel blog.restaurants and send to your guide. There are many bloggers out thereIt will be fun guide for tourists. would love to see their writing to beSomething different! read by public like in your websites. Maria Gibbs (Age 31 – Australia) It is very helpful and handy. The sightseeing section the map are good combination for tourist to see how far they can reach to one and another places by walking. Good suggestion: Every section something recommendation/ tips at the top (right) of selected pages. It will be a good highlight for us to go along with the guide.Ramesh Naidu(Age 42 – Mumbai, India)Thank you for giving good informationon accommodation. It’s very useful fortourists so we know to estimate on ourexpenses. Excellent job KL THE GUIDE!

120 Essential Information USEFUL CONTACTS Public and Cellular Phones Local and International fixed land line calls can be madeEssEntial information & Index Emergency Numbers from public pay phones throughout Malaysia using coins and prepaid cards, or at any Telekom Malaysia office. Tourism Police Kuala Lumpur Prepaid mobile phone and IDD (International Direct Dial) cards are also widely available at affordable local rates Enquiries +603-2149 6593 from most Post Offices, Petrol Stations, Supermarkets, Headquaters +603-2149 6590 Mini Markets, 7 Eleven Stores, Mobile phone Kiosks and 24-Hour Service +603-2166 8322 Shops. Fire, Ambulance & Police 999 TMNet Streamyx 1300-88-9515 (Land lines & Public Pay phones) 112 www.tm.net.my +603-8991 7080 (Mobile Phones) Jaring +603-6203 5181 www.jaring.com.my +603-2710 6200 Tourism Malaysia Airzed www.airzed.com Tourism Infoline 1-300-88-5050 TIMEdotNet Berhad PWTC +603-2615 8540 www.time.net.my KL Sentral +603-2272 5823 MaTiC, Jalan Ampang +603-2164 3929 +603-2163 3667 Airlines Public and Cellular Phones Malaysia Airline 1300-88-3000 Firefly +603-7845 4543 Local and International fixed land line calls can be made Air Asia from public pay phones throughout Malaysia using coins Sky Park Subang 1-300-88-9933 and prepaid cards, or at any Telekom Malaysia office. Japan Airlines +603-8775 4000 Prepaid mobile phone and IDD (International Direct Dial) Korean Airlines +603-7845 1717 cards are also widely available at affordable local rates Singapore Airlines from most Post Offices, Petrol Stations, Supermarkets, Cathay Pacific 1-800-81-3366 Mini Markets, 7 Eleven Stores, Mobile phone Kiosks and Thai Airways 1-800-81-3333 Shops. Garuda Indonesia +603-2144 0200 China Airlines +603-2692 3122 Telecomunication Service Provider British Airways +603-2978 3377 Telekom Malaysia (TM) Operators Air India +603-2091 2900 www.tm.net.my Emirates +603-2162 2811 Fault reporting Royal Brunei +603-2142 7344 Operator assisted call +603-2167 6006 Directory enquiry service +603-2142 0166 +603-2072 5288 +603-2070 6628 100 Foreign High Commission and Embasies 101 103 Mobile/Cellular Service Provider Arab Saudi +603-4257 9433 Australia +603-2146 5555 Maxis Communications +603-7492 2123 Britain +603-2170 2200 www.maxis.com.my Canada +603-2718 3333 China +603-2142 8495 Digi Telecommunications +603-5721 1800 France +603-2053 5500 www.digi.com.my Germany +603-2170 9666 India +603-2093 3509 Celcom +603-3630 8888 Indonesia +603-2145 2011 www.celcom.com.my Italy +603-4256 5122 Japan +603-2142 7044 U Mobile +603-2117 9888 New Zealand +603-2078 2533 www.u.com.my Singapore +603-2161 6277 Spain +603-2142 8776 Thailand +603-2148 8222 United States +603-2168 5000 Credit Cards

Essential Information 121 Credit Cards Travel & Accomodation AssociationAmerican Express +603-2050 0000 Malaysian Association of Hotels +603-4251 8477 EssEntial information & IndexDiner’s Club +603-2730 3388 www.hotels.org.myVisa International +603-2096 1779MasterCard International Malaysia Budget Hotel +603-2141 2313 1-800-80-4594 Association www.budgethotel.org.myInformation Counters at Kuala Lumpur Malaysian Association of +603-9287 6881 International Airport (KLIA) Tour and Travel Agents www.matta.org.myThe Main Terminal Building (MTB) +603-8776 4386 Local Government OrganisationThe Contact Pier (CP) +603-8776 0259The Satellite Building (SAT) +603-8776 2454 The Malaysian Government’s Official PortalInformation Counters at Low Cost Carrier www.gov.my Terminal (LCCT)Lost & Found +603-8777 6777 Kuala Lumpur City Hall +603-2617 9931 +603-8777 6641 www.dbkl.gov.my Immigration Department of +603-2095 5077 MalaysiaInformation Counters at Kuala Lumpur www.imi.gov.my International Airport (KLIA) Royal Malaysian Customs +603-8882 2100 www.customs.gov.myKEDAH +604-714 2994Langkawi International Airport +604-643 4411 Daily Weather ForecastPENANG +6088-325 555 from the MalaysianPenang International Airport Meteorological ServiceSABAH +6082-454 242 www.kjc.gov.myKota Kinabalu International AirportSARAWAK TaxisKuching International AirportDHL Courier/Parcel Services KLIA Limo Service +603-9223 8080FedEx Comfort Radio Taxi +603-8024 4727TNT 1-300-88-1188 Uptown Ace +603-9283 2333UPS 1-800-88-6363 Public Cab +603-6259 2020 1-300-88-2882 Supercab +603-7875 7333 1-800-18-0088 Cityline +603-4142 5566 Car Rental Agencies Coach +603-2070 2617 +603-2070 3300Advantage Car Rentals 03-2142 5855 Plusliner (Puduraya) +603-2072 4500Apex Rent A Car 03-2124 1926 Transnasional (Puduraya) +603-2078 6618Avis Rent A Car 03-8787 4087 Konsortium (Puduraya)Hawk Rent A Car 03-2164 6488 Sri Maju (Puduraya)Hertz Rent A Car 03-2148 6433Insas Pacific Rent A Car 03-2287 0131Kasina Rent-A-Car 03-8787 1739Mayflower Car Rental 03-6252 1888Orix Car Rentals 03-9284 7799

122 Essential Information EssEntial information & Index Government Malaysia’s government runs on Parliamentary democracy MALAYSIAN FACTFILE and a bicameral legislative system, with the Yang di- Country Pertuan Agong (the King) as the Head of State, and the Prime Minister as the Head of Government. Malaysia consists of 13 states, 11 in Peninsular Malaysia (West Malaysia) with the 2 remaining states of Sabah and Shop Hours Sarawak, on the island of Borneo in (East Malaysia). The country also has 3 Federal Territories, namely: Wilayah Department stores and supermarkets are usually open Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Labuan. from 10:00 to 22:00 daily. In Kuala Lumpur as well as in most major towns, 24-hour eateries and convenience Geographical Location stores widely available. Malaysia lies 7° north of the Equator, and consists of Tipping Peninsular Malaysia and East Malaysia. Peninsular Malaysia’s closest neighbours are Thailand to the north Generally, you do not need to tip as a service charge is and Singapore to the south, while East Malaysia is bound included in your bill. However, whenever good service is by Indonesia’s Kalimantan to the south. rendered a small tip may be suitable. Kuala Lumpur is situated approximately halfway down the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia and 35 km (22 miles) Entry Requirement inland. Dubbed Malaysia’s Garden City of Lights, the city sits at the confluence of the Klang and Gombak rivers. Local Malaysians travelling between neighbouring states in Malaysia are required to carry their Identification Cards Area (IC) at all times. Those travelling from East Malaysia to the Peninsular must produce their IC and any other necessary 329, 758 sq km; 234 sq km (Kuala Lumpur) travel documents to the Immigration authorities as they exit Sabah and Sarawak. Capital Kuala Lumpur (KL). The capitals new administrative Vaccination centre is at Putrajaya, approximately a half an hour’s drive from the city centre. Visitors are advised to consult with their own GP before departure or check with the doctor at a local clinic on People arrival. Malays make up about 57% of the population, with Chinese, Indians and other indigenous ethnic groups Currency making up the balance. The unit of currency in Malaysia is the Malaysian Ringgit, Language denoted as RM. Coins and notes are also used as Bahasa Malaysia is the country’s national language, with smaller denominations from RM 1, 50sen, 20sen, English being widely spoken. Malaysians in general speak 10sen, 5sen. foreign currencies can be converted on more than one language including, the Chinese dialects arrival at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and at of Mandarin, Cantonese, Hokkien, Hakka and Indian banks and money changers across the city. such as Tamil, Mallayalam, Punjabi and Telegu. Post Office Religion Islam is the official religion of Malaysia; all other faiths Post offices in Malaysia open daily from 08:00 to 17:00 are also practiced freely. daily (except on Sundays and public holidays). In the northern states of Kedah, Kelantan and Terengganu, post offices are closed on Fridays and public holidays. www.pos.com.my 1-300-30-0300

Essential Information 123Pharmacies BankGuardian +603-2145 7553 Malaysian banking hours are from 09:30 to 16:30 Monday to EssEntial information & Indexwww.guardian.com.my Thursday and (09.30 to 16.00 on Fridays), with some banks open on Saturday and Sunday mornings. (Banking hours Lot No. 89 & 91, may vary between banks on the weekend). Most banksJalan Bukit Bintang offer 24-hour cash withdrawals – with ATM machines found almost everywhere in the city, including major shopping mallsWatson’s Personal Care Stores +603-2148 8066 and petrol stations. For problems with ATM or credit cards, pleasewww.watsons.com.my call the respective bank hotline or log on to the bank’s website. G121,122 & SG 001, Affin Bank Berhad 1-800-88-3883Ground Floor, Sungei Wang Plaza, www.affinbank.com.myJalan Bukit BintangCaring Pharmacy +603-2142 2928 Alliance Bank Malaysia Berhad 1-800-18-1822www.caring2u.com.my www.alliancebank.com.my Lot 1.23, Level 1, Al-Rajhi Bank 1-300-826-000Pavilion KL, 168, www.alrajhibank.com.myJalan Bukit BintangVitacare Pharmacy +603-2166 2469 Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad 1-800-88-8686 Lot 229B, 2nd Floor, www.bankislam.com.my +603-2690 0900Suria KLCC Bank Simpanan Nasional (BSN) +603-2162 3222 www.bsn.com.myGeorge Town Chemist +603-2144 2382 Lot S15, 2nd Floor, CIMB Bank +603-2084 8888Lot 10 Shopping Centre, www.cimb.com.myJalan Sultan IsmailLing Chemist +603-4041 3905 Citibank Malaysia +603-2383 0000(Opposite General Hospital) www.citibank.com.my MMA Building, 124, Jalan Pahang HSBC Bank Malaysia Berhad 1-300-88-1388 www.hsbc.com.my Healthcare Maybank Group 1-800-88-3231 www.maybank.com.myHospital Kuala Lumpur +603-2615 5555 www.maybank2u.com.my(General Hospital) +603-4270 2500www.hkl.gov.my +603-2617 8200 Public Bank Berhad 1-800-88-3323 www.publicbank.com.my Jalan PahangAmpang Puteri Specialist Hospital RHB Bank Berhad +603-9206 8118www.ampangputeri.com.my www.rhb.com.mywww.apsh.kpjhealth.com.my Standard Chartered Bank +603-7711 8888 1 Jalan Mamanda 9, MalaysiaTaman Dato Ahmad Razali, Ampang www.standardchartered.com.myInstitut Jantung Negara(National Heart Institute) United Overseas Bank Berhad +603-2692 4511www.ijn.com.my www.uob.com.my 145, Jalan Tun Razak

124 Essential Information SIMPLE, USEFUL PHRASES IN MALAY DirectionsEssEntial information & Index Bahasa Malaysia or Malay is the official language and How do I get to .. ? Bagaimana saya many words are phonetically similar to English. The ke ..? letter ‘c’ is pronounced ‘ch’. Please draw me a map Tolong lukiskan saya peta Hello Helo Right Kanan Good Morning Selamat Pagi Left Kiri Good Afternoon Selamat Tengahari Straight ahead Terus Good Evening Selamat Petang Here Di sini Good Night Selamat Malam There Di sana Welcome Selamat Datang Front Depan Please come in Sila masuk Back Belakang How Are You Apa khabar I’m Fine Khabar baik Asking Questions My name is {name} Nama saya …. I’m from …. Saya dari …. Where? Di mana? What is your name? Siapa nama awak? How? Bagaimana? This is {name} Ini {name} Why? Mengapa? Husband Suami Who? Siapa? Wife Isteri What? Apa? Mother Emak Which? Yang mana? Father Ayah When? Bila? Grandmother Nenek Grandfather Datuk Time and Day Child / Children Anak / Anak Second Saat Greetings Minute Minit Hour Jam Goodbye(if you’re the Selamat Jalan/ Selamat Day Hari one who’s leaving) Tinggal Week Minggu Goodbye(to someone Selamat Jalan Month Bulan who’s leaving) Year Tahun See You Again Jumpa Lagi Sunday Ahad Monday Isnin Numbers Tuesday Selasa Wednesday Rabu Zero Kosong Thursday Khamis One Satu Friday Jumaat Two Dua Saturday Sabtu Three Tiga What is the time? Sekarang pukul Four Empat berapa? Five Lima {x} o’clock Pukul {x} Six Enam Yesterday Semalam Seven Tujuh Tomorrow Esok Eight Lapan Now Sekarang Nine Sembilan Ten Sepuluh Common Words Eleven Sebelas Twelve Dua belas None Tiada {x} teen {x} belas Many Banyak {x} ty {x} puluh Less Kurang {x} ty {y} {x} puluh {y} Thank You Terima Kasih Hundred Ratus You’re welcome Sama-sama Thousand Ribu

Index 125 Eat.Drink KL Morganfield ( Non Halal) 83 EssEntial information & IndexAl Amar Lebanese Cuisine 83 Noble House 78Bakita 84 Passafe Thru’ India 80BarlTALIA 86 Restaurant Haslam 77 78 Restaurant Sari Ratu 83Flower Drum Fine Chinese Cuisine 81 Restaurant Sri Kortumalai 80 80 Saloma Theatre Restaurant 77Cava 78Chat Masala Restaurant Song Kee 82(Vegetarian) 84 Sugimoto 83Chinoz 81 Tarbush Bukit Bintang 85Cristang Restaurant 84 Terrace at Hock Choon 80D’Lish 82 The Olive Three 86Daikanyama 84 The Ship 86D Legends Bar 81 The Social 82El Cerdo 77 Uncle Jang Korean Restaurant 80Felda Villa 86 Vishal 80Flame 81 Vishalachirs Restaurant 84Flamenco Restaurant & Bar 78 WIP 78Flower Drum 78 Yut Kee 78Four Seas 82 Zhe Hou DianGonbei 82 75Gokuraku Ramen 79 Medical Tourism 73Hailam Kopitiam 84 GSE Diabetes Care Centre 74Hakka Republic 81 Prince Court Medical CentreHardrock Cafe 77 Pantai Medical Centre 30Heritage Food 77 31Ibunda 82 Sights & AttractionsJogoya 82 Batu Caves 28Kameya 84 Cathedral of Saint Mary the 30La Bodega 86 Virgin (St. Mary’s Church) 30Lafite 84 Dayabumi Complex 33Latest Recipe 83 Guan Di Temple 27Laziz 86 Guan Yi Temple 31Le Midi 82 Islamic Art MuseumLittle Korea 78 Jade MuseumLuk Yu Tea House 86 Jamek MosqueMagnificent Fish & Chip Bar

126 Index EssEntial information & Index 28 Alexis Ampang 95 38 Beach Club Cafe 96 KL Railway Station 34 Borneo Barok Club 95 Kepong Metropolitan Park Havana 96 Malaysia Tourism Centre 31 Luna Bar 96 (MaTiC) 32 Mist/ Milk Club 95 Masjid India 33 Rootz 95 Memorial Tun Abdul Razak 31 Social Bistro & Bar 95 Museum Tekstil Negara 33 Thai Club & Bistro 95 National Mosque 34 The Cotton Club Jazzaurant 95 National Museum 36 The Pulse 96 National Theatre 35 Zeta Bar 95 NG Chee Tang 28 Zouk 95 Old Market Square 33 Old Sessions & Magistrates Court 26 Shopping 104 Royal Malayan Police Museum 35 Amcorp Mall 102 Royal Selangor Club 30 Alamanda Putrajaya 104 Petaling Street 26 Bangsar Village 1 & 2 100 Sri Maha Mariamman Temple 34 Berjaya Times Square 102 Sultan Abdul Samad Building 38 Empire Shopping Gallery 100 Stadium Merdeka 32 Fahrenheit 88 110 The Deer Park Great Eastern Mall 106 Tugu Negara (National IKEA 105 Monument) Jadi Batek Gallery 102 Midvalley Megamall 100 Culture 89 Pavilion 103 Art House Gallery 90 Sooka Sentral City Art Gallery 90 Subang Parade 99 G13 Gallery 90 Sungei Wang Plaza 100 House of Matahati 90 The Curve 106 June Art Space 90 The Mines 102 Pelita Hati Gallery of Art 90 The Nail Residence 101 PINKGUY Art Gallery 90 Viva Home 103 PIPAL FineArt 90 1 Utama Shopping Centre 106 Valentine Willie Fine Art Event & Entertainment

Index 127 Accomodation 111 Swiss Inn 110 EssEntial information & IndexAnum Hotel 110 The Ascott 114Ancasa Hotel 110 The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur 114Bestotel City Centre 115 The Westin Kuala Lumpur 114Boulevard Hotel 110 Vistana Hotel 110Carcosa Seri Negara 114Concorde Hotel 114Crown Plaza Mutiara 111Cyberview Resort & Spa 115Dorsett Regency Hotel 110Flamingo Hotel 109Grand BlueWave Hotel, ShahAlam 114Grand Millennium 114Grand Plaza Park Royal 117Hotel de Art 110Hotel Hilton Kuala Lumpur 114Hotel Maya 115Hyatt Regency Kinabalu 114Impiana KLCC Hotel and Spa 114JW Marriott Hotel 110Kuala Lumpur InternationalHotel 114Le Meridien 112Lexis Hotel 114Mandarin Oriental 112One World Hotel 114Pacific Regency 111Palace Of The Golden Horses 111Putrajaya Marriot Hotel 111Putrajaya Shangri-La 115Quality Hotel City Centre 114Renaissance KL Hotel 114Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur 114Sheraton Imperial

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