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EvENts & ENtErtaiNmENt || 99 EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT || 95 Nightclubs he main clubbing area of Bangsar Baru showcases the fashion, the class and the glamour of the neighbourhood as he main clubbing area of Bangsar Baru showcases the fashion, the class and the glamour of the neighbourhood it is lled with bars, clubs and pubs of all shapes and sizes, each with their own unique theme. The entertainment as it is filled with bars, clubs and pubs of all shapes and sizes, each with their own unique theme. The Tavenues are as diverse as the outlets themsleves, all you have to bring is your enthusiasm to party! Tentertainment avenues are as diverse as the outlets themsleves, all you have to bring is your enthusiasm to party! At the back of the hill which Bangsar lies is another clubbing area known as Sri Hartamas and Mont Kiara. Over here the At the back of the hill which Bangsar lies is another clubbing area known as Sri Hartamas and Mont Kiara. Over here outlets cater to the trendy expatriate crowd and the growing republic of young clubbers. Come here for nightlife that the outlets cater to the trendy expatriate crowd and the growing republic of young clubbers. Come here for nightlife may mellow or funky depending on your mood. Whatever your style, you can be sure it matches your taste! that may mellow or funky depending on your mood. Whatever your style, you can be sure it matches your taste! Alexis Ampang +603-4260 2288 www.alexis.com.my Telawi Street Bistro Club 11:15 Absolute Chemistry Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar Baru Jalan Telawi 2, Bangsar Bar u Jalan Telawi 2 +603-2284 6721 +603-2284 1310 +603-2282 7242 www.telawi.com.my The Attic Bar Flam Illusions Jalan Bangkung, Bukit Bandaraya Jalan Telawi, Bangsar Bar u Jalan Telawi 3 +603-2093 8842 +603-2284 6721 +603-2287 9950 www.attickl.com www.flams.com Alexis The Bar Upstairs Modesto’s Bangsar The Social Jalan Telawi 3 Jalan Telawi 3 Jalan Telawi 3 +603-2284 2880 +603-2284 2445/6 +603-2282 2260 www.alexis.com.my www.modestos.com.m y www.thesocial.com.my Chili’s Grill & Bar Barzar Club18@Bangsar Avenue within Bangsar Shopping Centre Jalan Telawi 3 Jalan Liku, Off Jalan Riong +603-2092 2023 +603-2283 1898 +603-2282 2018 www.chilis.com Vintages Bar & Grill Finnegan’s 1 Voyeur Jalan Telawi 3 Jalan Telawi 5 Jalan Telawi 2 +603-2287 3810 +603-2284 9024 +603-2287 8598 www.finneganspubs.com event.indd 15 7/4/2009 10:17:33 AM

96 || EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT 100 || EvENts & ENtErtaiNmENt Nightclubs Sri Hartamas / Mont Kiara Finnegan’s 2 Groove Junction near RHB Bank next to Rum Jungle +603-2300 0538 +603-2711 7266 www.nneganspubs.com www.alohakl.com Supper Club Diva Matrix Pub & Cafe Lot PT 4512 (PT 48672), Plaza Crystaville 2, Jalan Jalan 25/70A, Desa Sri Hartamas 22A/70A, Desa Sri Hartamas, +603 – 6203 5566 Kuala Lumpur. www.supperclubkl.com +603-6203 1817 Backyard Pub Little Bali Jalan Sri Hartamas same row as Souled Out +603-6201 0318 Café, Desa Sri Hartamas www.backyardpub.com +603-2300 7718 Flagz Restaurant & Pub RAW KL Desa Sri Hartamas – Corner J-OG-9 Solaris Mont Kiara, 2 lot after the pet shop Jalan Solaris, Mont Kiara +603-2300 6650 +603-6203 6869 www.nneganspubs.com www.rawkl.com Modesto’s Sri Hartamas Soda Club Souled Out o Jalan Bukit Kiara Desa Sri Hartamas Desa Sri Hartamas +603-6201 7898 +603-6201 3778 +603-2300 1955 www.modestos.com.my www.souledout.com.my Bar Amber Breakers Pool Club & Bar Karma Desa Sri Hartamas Desa Sri Hartamas Desa Sri Hartamas +603-2145 8708 +603-6201 8628 +603-6203 2111 Around KL Carl’s Bar Palate Palette Restaurant & Bar Swiss-Inn Hotel, Jalan Jalan Mesui, o Jalan Nagasari Sultan, Kuala Lumpur. +603-2142 2148 +603-2072 3333 www.palatepalette.com http://www.swissgarden. com/hotels/sikl/ The Borneo Baruk Club No Black Tie Jalan Kia Peng Jalan Mesui +603-2148 0015 +603-2142 3737 www.bbc.net.my [email protected] Zeta Bar Seven Ate Nine Hilton Kuala Lumpur, Jalan The Ascott, Jalan Pinang Stesen Sentral, Kuala Lumpur. +603-2162 7789 +603-2264 2264 www.sevenatenine.com Skybar The Bar Club 9 & the Six Lounge 33rd Floor, Carcosa Seri Negara, Taman Tasik 9, Jln Yap Ah Shak, (Asian Heritage Row), Traders Hotel, KLCC Perdana, Persiaran Mahameru, O Jln Dang Wangi, 50300, Kuala Lumpur, +603-2332 9911 Kuala Lumpur. +603-2692 6969 www.skybar.com.my +603-2295 0888 [email protected] www.ghmhotels.com event.indd 16 7/4/2009 10:17:33 AM

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102 || HOLE IN THE WALL 98 || HOLE IN THE WALL HOLE IN THE WALL || 99 5-Star Hotels otels located within the Golden Triangle are in one o f the most strategic locations. These hotels are made up of mainly exquisite business class hotels and boutique resorts, with some budget hotels thrown in. With easy access to Hotel Equatorial Kuala Lumpur Hthe shopping and entertainment district of Bukit Bintang, these hotels boast a whole world of convenience for their Jalan Sultan Ismail guests, and all within walking distance. Transit systems including taxis and busses are just nearby. +603-2161 7777 +603-2161 9020 [email protected] 5-Star www.equatorial.com Berjaya Times Square Hotel & Convention Centre No. 1, Jalan Imbi +603-2117 8000 +603- 2143 2902 [email protected] www.timessquarekl.com/hotel.html The Imperial Hotel Jalan Sultan Ismail +603-2717 9900 +603-2717 9999 reservations.imperial @luxurycollections.com www.luxurycollection.com The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur No. 168, Jalan Imbi +603- 2142 8000 +603- 2143 8080 www.ritzcalton.com Grand Plaza Parkroyal Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur Jalan Sultan Ismail 11, Jalan Sultan Ismail +603-2142 5588 +603-2032 2388 +603-2141 5524 +603-2070 1514 www.kualalumpur. [email protected] parkroyalhotels.com www.shangri-la.com Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur 160, Jalan Bukit Bintang +603-2117 4888 +603-2142 1441 www.millenniumhotels.com/my/ millenniumkualalumpur JW Marriott Hotel 183, Jalan Bukit Bintang +603-2715 9000 +603-2715 7010 [email protected] www.ytlcommunity.com/ jwmarriottkl The Westin Kuala Lumpur 199, Jalan Bukit Bintang +603-2731 8333 +603-2731 8000 [email protected] www.westin.com/kualalumpur hotel.indd 2 7/4/2009 9:18:31 AM hotel.indd 3 7/4/2009 9:18:33 AM

HOLE IN THE WALL || 99 HOLE IN THE WALL || 103 HOLE IN THE WALL || 99 5-Star Hotels Hotel Equatorial Kuala Lumpur Hotel Equatorial Kuala Lumpur Jalan Sultan Ismail Jalan Sultan Ismail +603-2161 7777 +603-2161 7777 +603-2161 9020 +603-2161 9020 [email protected] [email protected] www.equatorial.com www.equatorial.com The Imperial Hotel The Imperial Hotel Jalan Sultan Ismail Jalan Sultan Ismail +603-2717 9900 +603-2717 9900 +603-2717 9999 +603-2717 9999 reservations.imperial reservations.imperial @luxurycollections.com @luxurycollections.com www.luxurycollection.com www.luxurycollection.com The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur No. 168, Jalan Imbi No. 168, Jalan Imbi +603- 2142 8000 +603- 2142 8000 +603- 2143 8080 +603- 2143 8080 www.ritzcalton.com www.ritzcalton.com Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur Grand Plaza Parkroyal Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur Grand Plaza Parkroyal 11, Jalan Sultan Ismail Jalan Sultan Ismail 11, Jalan Sultan Ismail Jalan Sultan Ismail +603-2142 5588 +603-2142 5588 +603-2032 2388 +603-2032 2388 +603-2141 5524 +603-2141 5524 +603-2070 1514 +603-2070 1514 [email protected] www.kualalumpur. [email protected] www.kualalumpur. www.shangri-la.com parkroyalhotels.com www.shangri-la.com parkroyalhotels.com hotel.indd 3 hotel.indd 3 7/4/2009 9:18:33 AM 7/4/2009 9:18:33 AM

104 || HOLE IN THE WALL 100 || HOLE IN THE WALL Around Jalan Ampang The main road of Ampang, situated on the eastern side of the City Centre, is easily accessibly from Jalan Tun The main road of Ampang, situated on the eastern side of the City Centre, is easily accessibly from Jalan Tun Razak or Jalan Ulu Klang. They are plenty o f shopping complexes such as Ampang Point, Plaza Ampang, Razak o r Jalan Ulu Klang. They are plenty o f shopping complexes such a s Ampang Point, Plaza Ampang, Ampwalk and City Square found along Jalan Ampang itself. Many embassies and consulates are also found along Ampwalk and City Square found along Jalan Ampang itself. Many embassies and consulates are also found along Jalan Ampang including the Cuban Embassy, Royal Thai Embassy, Zimbabwe High Commission, Japanese including the Cuban Embassy, Royal Thai Embassy, Zimbabwe High Commission, Japanese Jalan Ampang Embassy, British High Commission, China Embassy and French Embassy. Jalan Ampang also includes 2 Embassy, British High Commission, China Embassy and French Embassy. Jalan Ampang also includes 2 international schools: Sayfol International School and Fairview International School. Hotel guests staying international schools: Sayfol International School and Fairview International School. Hotel guests staying around this area will find it easy to travel in to the city centre as there is plenty public transportation plying Jalan around this area will find it easy to travel in to the city centre as there is plenty public transportation plying Jalan Ampang including Putra LRT trains (underground), at KLCC and Ampang Park Stations. Ampang including Putra LRT trains (underground), at KLCC and Ampang Park Stations. Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur City Centre +603-2380 8888 +603-2380 8833 [email protected] www.mandarinoriental.com Hotel Nikko 165, Jalan Ampang +603-2161 1111 +603-2161 1122 [email protected] www.hotelnikko.com.my Prince Hotel & Residence Kuala Lumpur No.4 Jalan Conlay +603-2170 8888 +603-2170 8999 reservations @ princehotelkl.com.my Hotel Maya 138 Jalan Ampang [email protected] +603-2711 8866 www.hotelmaya.com.my +603-2711 9966 hotel.indd 4 7/4/2009 9:18:44 AM

102 || HOLE IN THE WALL HOLE IN THE WALL || 105 Around Jalan Ampang Crowne Plaza Mutiara Hotel Jalan Sultan Ismail +603-2148 2322 +603-2144 2157 [email protected] www.crowneplaza.com Hotel Istana 73, Jalan Raja Chulan +603-2141 9988 +603-2144 0111 [email protected] www.hotelistana.com The Zon All Suite Residences 161 D, Jalan Ampang +603-2164 8000 +603-2164 1000 www.zonhotels.com.my hotel.indd 6 7/4/2009 9:18:51 AM

106 || HOLE IN THE WALL HOLE IN THE WALL || 103 Outside the Golden Triangle Hotels situated in the older parts o f Kuala Lumpur, while slightly outside the Golden Triangle, enjoy easy Hotels s ituated i n the older parts o f Kuala Lumpur, while slightly outside the Golden Triangle, enjoy easy accessibility to all the entertainment and shopping districts in the city centre via Light Rail Transits (LRT) accessibility to all the entertainment and shopping districts in the city centre via Light Rail Transits (LRT) and and even public transportation. However, hotel guests in this part of Kuala Lumpur are very much closer to the city’s even public transportation. However, hotel guests in this part of Kuala Lumpur are very much closer to the city’s famous Petaling Street (Chinatown), flea markets and bazaars i n Masjid India and Jalan Tuanku Abdul famous Petaling Street (Chinatown), flea markets and bazaars in Masjid India and Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman Rahman and other attractions including Merdeka Square and the city’s iconic Sultan Abdul Samad Building. and other attractions including Merdeka Square and the city’s iconic Sultan Abdul Samad Building. Carcosa Seri Negara Taman Tasik Perdana, Jalan Mahamer u +603-2282 1888 +603-2282 6868 [email protected] www.carcosa.com.my Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur 2, Jalan Stesen Sentral, Kuala Lumpur Sentral +603-2263 7888 +603-2263 7222 [email protected] www.lemeridien.com Kuala Lumpur Hilton Hotel 3, Jalan Stesen Sentral, Kuala Lumpur Sentral +603-2264 2264 +603-2264 2266 [email protected] www.hilton.com.my The Legend Hotel & Apartment Putra Place, 100 Jalan Putra +603-4042 9888 +603-4043 0700 [email protected] www.legendsgroup.com/legendkl hotel.indd 7 7/4/2009 9:18:53 AM

HOLE IN THE WALL || 105 HOLE IN THE WALL || 107 Outside the Golden Triangle Swiss-Garden Hotel Kuala Lumpur 117, Jalan Pudu +603-2141 3333 +603-2141 5555 [email protected] www.swissgarden.com Ancasa Hotel Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock +603-2026 6060 +603-2026 8322 [email protected] www.ancasa-hotel.com Flamingo Hotel Tasik Ampang, Jalan Hulu Kelang, Ampang +603-4256 3288 +603-4256 3188 www.hotelflamingo.net [email protected] Dynasty Hotel 218, Jalan Ipoh Grand Seasons Hotel +603-4043 7777 72, Jalan Pahang +603-4043 6688 +603-2697 8888 [email protected] +603-2691 3333 www.dynasty.com.my [email protected] www.grandseasonshotel.com Lanson Place Ambassador Row Residences Vistana Hotel 1, Jalan Ampang Hilir 9, Jalan Lumut, Off Jalan Ipoh +603-4253 2888 +603-4042 8000 +603-4253 1773 +603-4041 1400 [email protected] [email protected] www.lansonplace.com www.ytlhotels.com/properties/vistana/kl hotel.indd 9 7/4/2009 9:18:56 AM

108 || HOLE IN THE WALL 104 || HOLE IN THE WALL The Golden Triangle The Royale Bintang Kuala Lumpur 17-21, Jalan Bukit Bintang +603-2143 9898 +603-2142 1807 www.royalebintanghotel.net Federal Hotel 35, Jalan Bukit Bintang +603-2148 9166 +603-2148 2877 [email protected] www.federal.com.my Corus Hotel Jalan Ampang +603-2161 8888 / 2160 5967 +603-2161 2393 / 2162 3428 [email protected] www.corushotelkl.com Holiday Villa Apartment Suites Dorsett Regency Kuala Lumpur 225, Jalan Ampang 172, Jalan Imbi +603-2179 9000 +603-2715 1000 +603-2179 9100 +603-2715 5000 [email protected] [email protected] www.holidayvilla.com.my www.dorsettregency.com.my Coronade Hotel Meliá Kuala Lumpur Jalan Walter Grenier 16, Jalan Imbi +603-2148 6888 +603-2142 8333 +603-2142 5359 +603-2142 6623 [email protected] [email protected] www.coronade.com www.meliakualalumpur.solmelia.com Novotel Hydro Majestic KL Concorde Hotel Kuala Lumpur 2 Jalan Kia Peng 2, Jalan Sultan Ismail +603-2147 0888 +603-2144 2200 +603-2147 0889 +603-2144 1628 [email protected] [email protected] www.novotel-asia.com www.concorde.net/kl hotel.indd 8 7/4/2009 9:18:55 AM

HOLE IN THE WALL || 107 HOLE IN THE WALL || 109 Budget Hotels Swiss Inn 106 || HOLE IN THE WALL 62 Jalan Sultan +603-2072 3333 +603-2161 1122 On A Shoestring www.swissinnkualalumpur.com Those on shoestring will nd that accommodation within the Klang Valley is particualrly easy to nd. In fact, there are various enclaves within KL itself which oers various means of accommodation. Some of the more common ones are listed here and within this section you will nd that most of the outlets match your budget and meet the basic Brisdale Hotel requirements for a good night’s rest. In fact, there are some which are nicer ones which go by a bed and breakfast theme 65, Jalan Haji Hussein, Off Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman as well. Do check with at the check-in counter if there are any other benets for you during your stay! A good source of reference, besides the usual backpacker forums would be: +603-2694 8833 +603-2694 9933 Malaysia Budget Hotel Association www.brisdale.com.my No. 52 Tengkat Tong Shin, 50200 Kuala Lumpur. mbha1 @tm.net.my. +603-21412313. www.budgethotel.org.my Agora Hotel 106-110, Jalan Bukit Bintang The Plaza Hotel Kuala Lumpur +603-2142 8133 Jalan Raja Laut +603-2142 7815 +603-2698 2255 www.agorahotel.net +603-2692 0959 / 2692 9822 www.hotelplazakl.com.my Bintang Warisan Hotel Tune Hotels 68, Jalan Bukit Bintang No. 316, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman +603-2148 8111 +603-7962 5888 +603-2148 2333 +603-2691 3301 www.bintangwarisan.com www.tunehotels.com Allson Genesis Hotel Bukit Bintang Nova Hotel 45, Tengkat Tong Shin, Bukit Bintang 16-22, Jalan Alor +603-2141 2000 +603-2143 1818 Duta Vista Executive Suites Hotel Midah +603-2141 1000 +603-2142 9985 No 1. Persiaran Ledang, Off Jalan Duta 8 Jalan Kampung Attap www.allson-genesis.com www.novahtl.com +603-2095 2020 +603-2273 9999 +603-2095 0808 +603-2273 9199 www.dutaresorts.com Capitol Hotel www.midahhotelkl.com Bestotel City Centre Jalan Bulan, Off Jalan Bukit Bintang 368, Jalan Ipoh +603-4043 1888 Grand Olympic Hotel Mandarin Court Hotel +603-2143 7000 +603-4048 1888 +603-2143 0000 55 Jalan Maharajalela Wisma OCM, Jalan Hang Jebat www.bestotel.com www.capitol.com.my +603-2273 9933 +603-2078 7888 +603-2078 1488 +603-2273 9833 www.ghihotels.com.my Grand Centrepoint Hotel Hotel Malaya www.mandarincourthotel.com.my 162, Jalan Hang Lekir 316, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman +603-2693 3988 / 2694 1588 +603-2072 7722 Hotel China Town Inn City Villa +603-2070 0980 +603-2694 3688 52-54 Jalan Petaling 69, Jalan Hj, Hussein, www.ubb.com.my/hotel www.hotelmalaya.com.my +603-2070 4008 Off Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman +603-2078 4033 +603-2692 6077 Stanford Hotel Kuala Lumpur Corona Inn +603-2692 7734 www.chinatowninn.com 449, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman 22, Jalan Tong Shin, Off Jalan Bukit Bintang www.holidayvilla.com.my +603-2691 9833 / 2711 9839 +603-2144 3888 Grand Central Hotel Kuala Lumpur International Hotel +603-2691 3103 / 2693 6482 +603-2144 0715 / 0716 www.stanfordhotel.com.my 63, Jalan Putra / Jalan Raja Laut www.coronainn.com.my No. 79, Lorong Haji Hussein 2, Off +603-4041 3011 Jalan Raja Muda Abd. Aziz +603-4042 4758 +603-2692 9133 www.ghihotels.com.my Radius International Hotel +603-2698 3145 51-A, Jalan Changkat Bukit Bintang +603-2715 3888 +603-2715 1888 www.radius-international.com hotel.indd 11 7/4/2009 9:19:06 AM hotel.indd 10 7/4/2009 9:19:02 AM

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[email protected] 5, Tengkat Tong Shin, Bukit Bintang 6 Jln Galloway, 50150 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia [email protected] +603-2072 9933 www.equatorhostel.com hotel.indd 14 +603-2072 9933 +603-2148 6812 7/4/2009 9:19:32 AM hotel.indd 15 6 Jln Galloway, 50150 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 7/4/2009 9:19:36 AM Equator Hostel Anjung KL Guesthouse and Hostel Traders Hotel by Shangri-La www.anjungkl.com 1300-88-2837 +603-2143 1279 1300-88-2837 +603-2072 9922 +603-2072 9922 www.hostelbookers.com Kuala Lumpur City Centre www.redpalm-kl.com 70, Lorong 1/77A, Off Jalan Pudu [email protected] +6012-333 5666 (Michael Fong) +603-2332 9888 +6012-333 5666 (Michael Fong) [email protected] 13-A, Jalan Tong Shin, Off Jalan Bukit Bintang +603-2145 2120 +603-2142 2272 www.hotelchinatown2.com +603-2142 2272 Web: www.shangri-la.com Hotel Chinatown 2 www.hotelchinatown2.com +603-2148 6812 Pujangga Homestay [email protected] Sarang Galloway www.equatorhostel.com [email protected] www.anjungkl.com No.70-72,Jalan Petaling, Kuala Lumpur. 21 Jalan Berangan, Off Jalan Nagasari, Kuala Lumpur. 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114 || HOLE IN THE WALL 112 || HOLE IN THE WALL HOLE IN THE WALL || 115 112 || HOLE IN THE WALL Outside KL Outside KL Outside KL Depending on where you will be temporarily based while you are on your business trip, we have just the thing for you, Depending on where you will be temporarily based while you are on your business trip, we have just the thing for you, especially if you nd yourself outside Kuala Lumpur. The various areas containing business hotels are focussed in the towns especially if you nd yourself outside Kuala Lumpur. The various areas containing business hotels are focussed in the towns and suburbs of Selangor. Here, we take a look at a few other areas. and suburbs of Selangor. Here, we take a look at a few other areas. Pearl International Hotel Pearl International Hotel Batu, Jalan Klang Lama 5 Batu, Jalan Klang Lama 5 03-7983-1111 03-7983-1111 www.pearl.com.my Hotel Sun Inns Mentari Hotel Sun Inns Lagoon Hotel Sun Inns Mentari Hotel Sun Inns Lagoon No.1, Jalan PJS 8/5, Dataran Mentari, Bandar Sunway, 121, Jalan PJS 11/2, Subang Indah, Bandar No.1, Jalan PJS 8/5, Dataran Mentari, Bandar Sunway, 121, Jalan PJS 11/2, Subang Indah, Bandar 03-5638 0993 03-5638 0993 www.suninnhotel.com www.suninnhotel.com Crystal Crown Hotel, Klang Histana Hotel Crystal Crown Hotel, Klang Histana Hotel Harbour View Port Klang 10, Jalan Batu Tiga Lama, Klang Harbour View Port Klang 10, Jalan Batu Tiga Lama, Klang 217, Persiaran Raja Muda Musa, Pelabuhan Klang, 603-3343 8999 217, Persiaran Raja Muda Musa, Pelabuhan Klang, 603-3343 8999 03-3165 4422 Web: www.histanahotel.com.my 03-3165 4422 Web: www.histanahotel.com.my www.crystalcrown.com.my www.crystalcrown.com.my Shah's Village Hotel Petaling Jaya Prescott Hotel Prescott Hotel Shah's Village Hotel Petaling Jaya Lorong Sultan, Seksyen 52, Petaling Jaya No.18A, Lebuh Enggang No.18A, Lebuh Enggang Lorong Sultan, Seksyen 52, Petaling Jaya O Persiaran Sultan Ibrahim, Klang 03-7956-9322 O Persiaran Sultan Ibrahim, Klang 03-7956-9322 (60)3 3344 8833 (60)3 3344 8833 www.vhhotels.com www.vhhotels.com hotel.indd 16 7/4/2009 9:19:38 AM 7/4/2009 9:19:38 AM hotel.indd 16

114 || HOLE IN THE WALL 118 || HOLE IN THE WALL HOLE IN THE WALL || 115 Subang Jaya & Shah Alam Subang Jaya/Shah Alam The Saujana Hotel Kuala Lumpur Jalan Lapangan Terbang SAAS, +603-7843 1234 +603-7846 2789 www.thesaujanahotel.com Concorde Hotel Shah Alam 3 Jalan Tengku Ampuan Zabedah C9/C, Shah Alam +603-5512 2200 +603-5512 2233 www.concorde.net/shah Sheraton Subang Hotel and Towers No 1 Jalan SS12/1, Subang Jaya +603-5031 6060 [email protected] Quality Hotel Shah Alam Grand BlueWave Hotel Holiday Inn Glenmarie Plaza Perangsang, Shah Alam Persiaran Perbandaran, Seksyen 14, 1 Jalan Usahawan U1/8, Seksyen U1 +603-5510 3696 +603-5511 8811 +603-7803 1000 +603-5510 2913 +603-5511 8899 +603-7804 1000 www.quality.com.my/SA www.bluewavehotels.com www.ichotelsgroup.com/ hotel.indd 22 7/4/2009 9:20:17 AM

Sunway Lagoon Sunway Lagoon’s theme park is backed up by prestigious resorts and hotels for tired bodies to rest at night. More than just for water babies who pamper themselves silly with the water theme park, these resorts appeal to businessmen who have to conduct business in the southern part of the Klang Valley as well as for the many shopaholics who splurge at Sunway Pyramid’s newly upgraded shopping mall. With everything all in one place, Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa, is touted as the best value for money that one can get if visiting Sunway Lagoon. Among the resorts and hotels located within the complex include Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa, Pyramid Tower Hotel, Pyramid Suites & Studios, The Villas and The Duplex. Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa Persiaran Lagoon, Bandar Sunway +603 7492 8000 www.sunwayhotels.com 116 || HOLE IN THE WALL HOLE IN THE WALL || 113 HOLE IN THE WALL || 117 Genting Highlands & Sunway Lagoon Genting Highlands The City of Entertainment is the city that never sleeps as Malaysia’s only hill-top casino remains opened throughout the night into the day, everyday. As the throngs gather to make it a unique weekend retreat or even for a holiday, Genting’s outdoor and indoor theme parks are a good bet for those who do not gamble. With that said, Genting Highland’s integrated resorts provide the much needed place to rest after a fun-lled day. There are plenty of resorts in this place such as Maxims, Genting Hotel, Highlands Hotel, Resort Hotel, Theme Park Hotel and One World HotelGenting Highlands Resort HOLE IN THE WALL || 113 HOLE IN THE WALL || 113 Genting Highlands, 69000 Pahang Darul Makmur, Malaysia +603-6101 1118 www.genting.com.my Sunway Lagoon Sunway Lagoon Sunway Lagoon’s theme park is backed up by prestigious resorts and hotels for tired bodies to rest at night. More than Sunway Lagoon’s theme park is backed up by prestigious resorts and hotels for tired bodies to rest at night. More than just for water babies who pamper themselves silly with the water theme park, these resorts appeal to businessmen who just for water babies who pamper themselves silly with the water theme park, these resorts appeal to businessmen who have to conduct business in the southern part of the Klang Valley as well as for the many shopaholics who splurge at hotel.indd 17 7/4/2009 9:19:47 AM have to conduct business in the southern part of the Klang Valley as well as for the many shopaholics who splurge at Sunway Pyramid’s newly upgraded shopping mall. With everything all in one place, Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa, is touted Sunway Pyramid’s newly upgraded shopping mall. With everything all in one place, Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa, is touted as the best value for money that one can get if visiting Sunway Lagoon. Among the resorts and hotels located within the as the best value for money that one can get if visiting Sunway Lagoon. Among the resorts and hotels located within the complex include Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa, Pyramid Tower Hotel, Pyramid Suites & Studios, The Villas and The Duplex. complex include Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa, Pyramid Tower Hotel, Pyramid Suites & Studios, The Villas and The Duplex. Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa Persiaran Lagoon, Bandar Sunway Persiaran Lagoon, Bandar Sunway +603 7492 8000 +603 7492 8000 www.sunwayhotels.com www.sunwayhotels.com Genting Highlands Genting Highlands The City of Entertainment is the city that The City of Entertainment is the city that never sleeps as Malaysia’s only hill-top casino never sleeps as Malaysia’s only hill-top casino remains opened throughout the night into the remains opened throughout the night into the day, everyday. As the throngs gather to make it day, everyday. As the throngs gather to make it a unique weekend retreat or even for a holiday, a unique weekend retreat or even for a holiday, Genting’s outdoor and indoor theme parks Genting’s outdoor and indoor theme parks are a good bet for those who do not gamble. are a good bet for those who do not gamble. With that said, Genting Highland’s integrated With that said, Genting Highland’s integrated resorts provide the much needed place to rest resorts provide the much needed place to rest after a fun-lled day. There are plenty of resorts after a fun-lled day. There are plenty of resorts in this place such as Maxims, Genting Hotel, in this place such as Maxims, Genting Hotel, Highlands Hotel, Resort Hotel, Theme Park Highlands Hotel, Resort Hotel, Theme Park Hotel and One World HotelGenting Highlands Hotel and One World HotelGenting Highlands Resort Resort Genting Highlands, 69000 Pahang Darul Genting Highlands, 69000 Pahang Darul Makmur, Malaysia Makmur, Malaysia +603-6101 1118 +603-6101 1118 www.genting.com.my www.genting.com.my hotel.indd 17 7/4/2009 9:19:47 AM hotel.indd 17 7/4/2009 9:19:47 AM

114 || HOLE IN THE WALL 114 || HOLE IN THE WALL 116 || HOLE IN THE WALL HOLE IN THE WALL || 117 114 || HOLE IN THE WALL Bandar Sunway, Bandar Utama, Damansara & PJ One World Hotel First Avenue, Bandar Utama City Centre +603-7681 1118 +603-7681 1188 [email protected] www.oneworldhotel.com.my Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa Persiaran Lagoon, Bandar Sunway +603-7492 8000 [email protected] Crystal Crown Hotel, Petaling Jaya HOLE IN THE WALL || 115 One World Hotel 12, Lorong Utara A, Off Jalan Utara First Avenue, Bandar Utama City Centre 46200 Petaling Jaya Eastin Hotel +603-7681 1118 +603-7958 4422 +603-7681 1188 +603-7958 7223 13, Jalan 16/11, Pusat Dagang One World Hotel http://www.crystalcrown.com.my/ Seksyen 16, Petaling Jaya [email protected] www.oneworldhotel.com.my +603-7665 1111 First Avenue, Bandar Utama City Centre +603-7681 1118 +603-7665 9999 +603-7681 1188 www.eastin.com [email protected] Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa www.oneworldhotel.com.my Persiaran Lagoon, Bandar Sunway Pyramid Tower +603-7492 8000 Pyramid Tower at Sunway Lagoon The Royale Bintang Damansara [email protected] Resort Hotel, Persiaran Lagoon, Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa Bandar Sunway, Petaling Jaya 6, Jalan PJU 7/3, Mutiara Damansara, Petaling Jaya Persiaran Lagoon, Bandar Sunway +603-7492 8000 +603-7843 1111 +603-7492 8000 +603-7492 8001 +603-7843 1122 [email protected] www.sunwayhotels.com www.royalebintang.com.my HOLE IN THE WALL || 115 Crystal Crown Hotel, Petaling Jaya 12, Lorong Utara A, Off Jalan Utara 46200 Petaling Jaya Eastin Hotel hotel.indd 18 HOLE IN THE WALL || 115 +603-7958 4422 13, Jalan 16/11, Pusat Dagang 7/4/2009 9:19:49 AM Seksyen 16, Petaling Jaya Crystal Crown Hotel, Petaling Jaya Armada Petaling Jaya +603-7958 7223 Eastin Hotel +603-7665 1111 Lorong Utara C, Section 52, 13, Jalan 16/11, Pusat Dagang 12, Lorong Utara A, Off Jalan Utara http://www.crystalcrown.com.my/ Seksyen 16, Petaling Jaya +603-7665 9999 +603-7665 1111 46200 Petaling Jaya Petaling Jaya +603-7665 9999 www.eastin.com www.eastin.com +603-7954 6888 +603-7958 4422 +603-7958 7223 +603-7956 8088 The Royale Bintang Damansara www.armada.com.my 6, Jalan PJU 7/3, http://www.crystalcrown.com.my/ Mutiara Damansara, Petaling Jaya +603-7843 1111 +603-7843 1122 www.royalebintang.com.my Pyramid Tower The Royale Bintang Damansara Pyramid Tower at Sunway Lagoon 6, Jalan PJU 7/3, Resort Hotel, Persiaran Lagoon, Mutiara Damansara, Petaling Jaya Armada Petaling Jaya Lorong Utara C, Section 52, Bandar Sunway, Petaling Jaya +603-7843 1111 Petaling Jaya Hilton Hotel Petaling Jaya +603-7492 8000 +603-7954 6888 Pyramid Tower +603-7843 1122 2, Jalan Barat, Petaling Jaya +603-7956 8088 Pyramid Tower at Sunway Lagoon www.royalebintang.com.my www.armada.com.my +603-7492 8001 +603-7955 9122 www.sunwayhotels.com +603-7955 3909 Resort Hotel, Persiaran Lagoon, Petaling Jaya Hilton Hotel Bandar Sunway, Petaling Jaya www.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/ 2, Jalan Barat, Petaling Jaya +603-7492 8000 [email protected] +603-7955 9122 +603-7955 3909 www.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/ +603-7492 8001 [email protected] www.sunwayhotels.com hotel.indd 18 Armada Petaling Jaya 7/4/2009 9:19:49 AM Lorong Utara C, Section 52, Petaling Jaya +603-7954 6888 hotel.indd 18 +603-7956 8088 7/4/2009 9:19:49 AM www.armada.com.my Petaling Jaya Hilton Hotel 2, Jalan Barat, Petaling Jaya +603-7955 9122 +603-7955 3909 www.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/ [email protected] hotel.indd 19 7/4/2009 9:19:51 AM hotel.indd 19 7/4/2009 9:19:51 AM hotel.indd 19 7/4/2009 9:19:51 AM

118 || HOLE IN THE WALL HOLE IN THE WALL || 117 HOLE IN THE WALL || 119 Seri Kembangan & KLIA Seri Kembangan / KLIA Palace of The Golden Horses Jalan Kuda Emas, The MINES Resort City, Seri Kembangan +603-8943 2333 +603-8943 2666 www.palaceofthegoldenhorses.com.my Palace Beach Resort & Spa Jalan Dulang, The MINES Resort City, MINES Wellness Hotel Seri Kembangan +603-8943 6688 Jalan Dulang, The MINES Resort City, Seri Kembangan +603-8943 5555 +603-8943 2333 www.palacebeachandspa.com.my +603-8943 2666 www.mineswellnesshotel.com.my Pan Pacific Kuala Lumpur Concorde Inn Kuala Lumpur International Airport Hotel International Airport Jalan CTA 4B, KLIA, Sepang Jalan KLIA 1/60, KLIA, Sepang +603-8787 3333 +603-8783 3118 +603-8787 5555 +603-8783 1211 www.panpacific.com www.concorde.net/sepang hotel.indd 21 7/4/2009 9:19:51 AM

118 || HOLE IN THE WALL 116 || HOLE IN THE WALL HOLE IN THE WALL || 119 Cyberjaya & Putrajaya Cyberjaya / Putrajaya Putrajaya Marriott Hotel Putrajaya Shangri-La IOI Resort, Putrajaya Taman Putra Perdana, Presint 1, Putrajaya +603-8949 8888 +603-8887 8888 +603-8949 8999 +603-8887 8889 www.marriottputrajaya.com www.shangri-la.com/putrajaya/shangri-la Pullman Putrajaya Lakeside No.2, Jalan 5/5, Presint 5, PUTRAJAYA (+60)3/88900000 (+60)3/88900001 [email protected] Cyberview Lodge Resort & Spa Persiaran Multimedia, Cyberjaya +603-8312 7000 +603-8312 7001 www.cyberview-lodge.com Palm Garden Hotel IOI Resort, Putrajaya +603-8943 2233 +603-8948 6568 [email protected] www.palmgarden.com.my hotel.indd 20 7/4/2009 9:19:51 AM

Special Feature: Special Feature: Special Feature Melaka Melaka Introduction.....………………….……..........120 Heritage Area……………………………….121 Museums and Galleries…………………......122 Private Museums………………………..…..123 Places of Worship……………………...……124 Shopping………………………………........125 Food………………………………….......…126-127 Sightseeing…………………………....…….128 Accommodation……………………........….129 Entertainment……………………........….....130 Boutique Hotels and Transportation........…..131 Melaka City Centre Map…………...........….132 some of the trendier malls in elaka is a state the Chinese and Indians with situated on the the locals respectively. Over Melaka. west coast of time, Melaka fell under the In the midst of all these are MMalaysia, about 1 dominance of the Portuguese, lodgings to suit every taste, hour 45 minutes drive south Dutch and English in 1511, from quaint boutique hotels of Kuala Lumpur. The famous 1641 and 1824 respectively to luxurious five-star hotels. birthplace of the Melakan and the Eurasians (or Serani) There are even theme parks Sultanate, which is the basis community came forth as and a whole range of farms to the Malay sultanates in a result. and parks to suit a family Malaysia, was honoured as The main thoroughfares vacation in nearby Ayer Keroh one of the World Heritage of Bandar Hilir, Melaka’s and an exciting new way to Sites in July 2008. Founded city centre is a feast for the see the ever-changing Melaka by a Sumatran prince, senses as architecture from Riverfront brings out its charm Parameswara, between 1390– communities past and present to all ages. 1400 AD, Melaka became a stand next to each other and Tucked within this Special thriving entrepot for traders roadside hawkers call out to Feature of KL – The Guide is from all across Asia, including visitors to try the wide array a magic carpet ride through the Middle East, India and of authentic Peranakan dishes Melaka city’s highlights. China. It was during this available. One is simply spoilt This section will give you an time that hybrid cultures for choice when it comes to overview of all there is to see, such as the Peranakans (or buying antiques, traditional feel, taste and do while in Babas and Nyonyas) and wear and other bric-a-bracs Melaka and help you plan a Chitties were birthed out of from pedestrian walkways and trip back in time to the Historic the intermarriage between City of Melaka.

121 || SPeCiAl FeATURe: MelAKA SPeCiAl FeATURe: MelAKA || 122 Heritage Area alacca’s town centre hosts many Malaysian historic monuments which are recognizable by their architects: the Malays, Chinese, Indians, Portuguese, Dutch and English as they each tell Mof the different twists and turns of Malaysian history. Here, diversity of culture and religion is celebrated as different cultural and religious centres are located in close proximity to each other. A’ Famosa walk down the other flight of steps leads to the d’ Albuquerque, in 1511. The A Porta de Santiago, more red-bricked and white washed famously known as A’ Famosa, S-shaped gate was constructed the gate being the only remnant in such a way to avoid gunfire of a walled fortress built by the and was restored after the Dutch Portuguese Admiral, Alfonso took over Melaka in 1641. The Stadhuys Complex and African countries. Admiral On the right of Christ Cheng Ho was a diplomat sent by Church is The Stadhuys, the Ming court to conduct trade A the former Dutch with countries in the Indian Ocean adminstrative building which was and Melaka, being an entrepot at completed in 1660. It is the oldest that time, was one of his port-of- Dutch building remaining in Asia calls. Other museums within this and has been converted into complex include: The Literature the Historical and Ethnography Museum, Govenor’s Museum and Museum which archives the the Democratic Rule Museum. All life and times of Malacca’s museums within this complex is multi-racial citizens. Behind the managed by PERZIM, the statutory Stadhuys is the Admiral Cheng body which is in charge of all Ho Gallery, which features his public museums in the state. feats and achievements in fostering diplomatic relations +606-6526/+606-281 1289/ between China and the Asian +606-282 6645 http://www.perzim.gov.my Christ Church Dutch Square St. Paul’s Church Dutch Reformed Church ight outside Christ Church ight behind the Stadhuys built in 1753, Christ is Queen Victoria’s Complex is a flight of stairs to A Church stands testament RFountain, built Rleading to the remnants of to Anglo-Dutch influences in the commemorate Queen Victoria’s St. Paul’s Church, which was built Dutch Square. Originally built as a Diamond Jubilee. Installed in by Portuguese captain Duerto replacement for St. Paul’s Church 1904, it is the only fountain in Coelho in 1521 and named Nossa the church was converted into Malacca and is the converging Senhora da Annunciada (Our Lady an Anglican church by the point for local trishaw or beca of Annunciation). St. Paul’s was British and they added the drivers who offer their services renamed by the Dutch who used weather vane and a clock tower. to all and sundry. In this square it before Christ Church was built It is the oldest Protestant is also the Tang Beng Swee and after that is became a Dutch church in Malaysia and the Clock Tower which was built cemetary for notable statesmen, floor and walls bear witness to in 1886 in the honour of a local with the marble statue of St. the Dutch heritage in Malaysia. Chinese tycoon and has Dutch- Francis Xavier bearing testament Thurs to Tues inspired architecture. to his interrment here 400 years Free ago before his remains were buried in Goa, India.

121 || SPeCiAl FeATURe: MelAKA SPeCiAl FeATURe: MelAKA || 122 Museums & Galleries ost of the museums and galleries in Melaka are surrounded by heritage sites and are under the Mcare of PERZIM. Malaysian Youth Museum & Melaka Art Gallery n the left of Christ Church is the Malaysian Youth Museum, a museum primarily focussed on the youth associations in Malaysia Ounder the care of the Malaysian Youth Council. On the first floor of the same building is the Melaka Art Gallery, featuring a collection of 150 paintings and 30 sculptures of various media and themes by local artists. This building was previously a Post Office and is an example of English architecture. +606-6526/+606-281 1289/ +606-282 6645 09:00 to 17:30 (Wed to Sun) RM 2 (adults), RM 1 (children/student) http://www.perzim.gov.my Melaka islamic Museum he former Melaka Islamic Council office now houses religious Islamic artifacts including a replica of an early Al Quran and Thistorical records of mosques in Melaka among many others. +606-282 2973 09:00 to 17:30 (Wed to Sun) RM 1 (adults), RM 0.50 (children/students) http://www.perzim.gov.my Melaka Sultanate Palace Museum t the foot of St. Paul’s Hill, the main entrance to the Melaka Sultanate Palace Museum Ais at the end of the road from A’ Famosa. This museum is a replica of the Sultan’s palace during the golden era of the Malaccan Sultanate. Within are dioramas and displays giving visitors a glimpse of traditional Malay court life. +606-282 7464 09:00 to 17:30 daily RM 2 (adults), RM 0.50 (children/student) http://www.perzim.gov.my Maritime Museum islamic World Malay rom Jalan Kota, a simple right turn World Museum into Jalan Merdeka will lead you lso known as the DMDi Fto the Maritime Museum. This Museum, it is in Bastion unmistakable landmark measuring 34 A House, built by the British metres high, 36 metres long and 8 as an administrative base in metres wide is a replica of the Portuguese Melaka. It is now a reference galleon, Flor de la Mar and contains point for issues related to the naval and maritime-related artifacts, socio-economic status of Malay including a special corner dedicated to communities in the whole Panglima Awang, an eminent Malay seafarer. archipelago, including those from neighbouring countries. Jalan Merdeka +606-6526/+606-2811289/ +606-6526/+606-281 1289/ +606-282 +606-282 6645 6645 http://www.perzim.gov.my 09:00 to 17:30 daily RM 1 (adults), RM 0.50 (children/student) http://www.perzim.gov.my

123 || SPeCiAl FeATURe: MelAKA SPeCiAl FeATURe: MelAKA || 124 Private Museums number of private homes have been turned into either private museums or galleries within the A heritage quarter of Melaka. The Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum T he Peranakans or Straits-born Chinese are the result of the interaction between the Chinese and Malays when their ancestors arrived from China for trade in the early 15th century. This museum houses traditional costume, antique furniture and wood- work art all in a house built during the Dutch occupancy on Millionaire’s Row. 48-50, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock +606-283 1273 10:00 to 12:30, 14:00 to 16:30 daily except Tuesdays RM 8 per entry Villa Sentosa T his landmark is visible from the Melaka River during the Melaka River Cruise through Kampung Morten, where it stands. Built in 1920 by Tuan Haji Hashim bin Dato’ Demang Haji Abdul Ghani, its conversion into a private museum gives visitors a glimpse of the ambience in a kampung house, replete with the owner’s essentials and collectibles. Kampung Morten +606-282 3988/ +606-335 0739 The Melaka Stamp Museum ans and hobbyists of philately will simply Flove this museum housed in the former Melaka Museum which Rumahku Muziumku came about in 2007 via a his private house which collaboration between Pos became a museum features Malaysia and the Melaka Tantique items which help State Government. preserve the Malay culture +606-283 4698 through a collection of relics. 09:00 to 17:30 (Wed to Sun) RM 1 (adults), RM 0.50 No 68068 Lot 649, Padang Temu (children/students) +606-286 8894 http://www.perzim.gov.my

123 || SPeCiAl FeATURe: MelAKA SPeCiAl FeATURe: MelAKA || 124 Places of Worship f particular note is Jalan Tokong which is also known as Harmony Street because it contains the worship centres Malaysia’s three main religions: the Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, the Masjid O Kapitan Kling and the Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple. While heading northwest along Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock would lead to Tengkera, where the famous Masjid Tengkera is located. Cheng Hoon Teng Temple T he ‘Temple of Blue Clouds’ was built in 1645 by Kapitan China lee Wei King and is the oldest Chinese temple in Malaysia serving the Hokkien Chinese of Malacca then as it does now. The stalls huddled outside the entrance sell prayer items required by devotees. 25 Jalan Tokong +606-282 9343 07:00 to 19:00 daily St Francis Xavier’s Church uilt in 1849 by a Frenchman, Reverend Farve, this Gothic- styled church is the largest Catholic Church in Melaka. B Dedicated to St. Francis Xavier, the ‘Apostle to the east’, this church bears witness to the missionary’s contributions to the Malaysian congregation. The Straits Mosque Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Masjid Tengkera (Masjid Selat) Moorthi Temple he Tengkera Mosque’s his floating mosque is he oldest surviving unique three-tiered built on a 1.8 hectare land T Hindu temple still in use, Tpyramidal roof and a Tin Pulau Melaka with the it was built towards the pagoda-shaped stone minaret craftsmanship of Middle Eastern end of the 18th century during makes it a top draw even though and local Malay architects. Dutch rule and is inspired by it is located in the neighbourhood Facing the Melaka Straits, this the Chetty community of of Tengkera, northwest of the landmark has spectacular city centre. Believed to have been sunset views and showcases Malacca. It is devoted to the constructed in 1750, it was the modern and functional Islamic Lord Vinayagar or Ganesha state’s official mosque before of the Hindu faith and Dutch craftsmanship. and bears strong resemblance to influence is traceable through the Demak Mosque in Indonesia Pulau Melaka the architecture, finishing and and the Kampung Laut Mosque roof tiling. in Kelantan.

125 || SPeCiAl FeATURe: MelAKA Shopping ention Melaka and the word antiques pop into the mind. Indeed, Melaka’s rich heritage provide an excellent choice of traditonal and local wares to purchase. Saying that however, the Mshopping scene in Melaka has grown tremendously and now, even modern shopping malls vie for your attention (and your money) when in Melaka. Remember to bring along your good haggling and bargaining skills when you visit the local shops. Jonker’s Street his is reputedly the best place in Melaka to shop for antiques. During the day, Jonker’s Street is Thome to the many antique shops, Peranakan craft shops, eateries and numerous gift shops. This road is also saturated with cultural and heritage buildings such as the Chinese clan houses, clubs and associations, a temple and church and Hang Kasturi’s Mausoleum. When the sun sets on Friday all the way till Sunday night, the street is closed and street peddlers transform this road into a pedestrian mall called Jonker’s Walk, offering their wares such as traditional food, arts and crafts, various curios and souvenirs and even Chinese fortune telling! This is the best place to a piece of Melaka back home. ahkota Parade Melaka’s first M‘regional’ shopping centre was Mahkota Parade, which opened its doors in 1994. At the heart of Melaka town, it covers over half a milllion square feet of retail space and is synonymous with city retail in Melaka, Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Mega Mall with anchor tenants Parkson Grand and Giant. ight opposite the road is Melaka’s newest shopping mall, Dataran Besides that is Ampang Pahlawan Melaka Megamall, which blends the historical legacy of Superbowl (Bowling Alley), RMelaka with modern retail convenience. In operation since 2006, Golden Screen Cinemas, a the mall is located under the historic Padang Merdeka, where Malaysia’s gaming arcade and over 200 first Prime Minister, Tunku Abdul Rahman, announced the Proclamation of speciality stores. Independence. The largest shopping mall in Melaka, it has a gross area of 1.5 million square feet and a net retail area of 700, 000 square feet, featuring a Lot B02, Mahkota Parade, heritage gallery, local and traditional handicrafts and top fashion, accessories No. 1 Jalan Merdeka and IT labels across more than 600 retail lots. This fusion of modern with +606-282 6151 traditional means you can satisfy any shopping craving here. +606-282 7305 [email protected] Jalan Merdeka +606-283 2828 +606-283 8828 [email protected] www.dataranpahlawan.com

SPeCiAl FeATURe: MelAKA || 126 Food W ithout doubt one of the main reasons why Melaka lingers on in your mind is the food. Famous for its’ Peranakan cuisine, it is also offers Portuguese fare and uniquely Melakan food. Peranakan Cuisine elakan Peranakan cuisine is a bit different from the MPenang Peranakans’. The signature dishes are Ayam Pongteh (chicken in bean sauce), Ayam Buah Keluak (chicken and bitter fruit) and traditional Nyonya kuihs. They share certain dishes with the Peranakans of the north with their offering of Laksa (rice noodles in a briny and tangy fish broth garnished with vegetables, pineapples and mint) and Cendol, a dessert consisting of green cendol strands, red beans and shaved ice topped with coconut milk and gula Melaka (palm sugar). Understandably, the concentration of Peranakan food is around the Jonker Street – Heeren Street area. That said, the newer restaurants are concentrated in the Melaka Raya area. Among some of them are: Portuguese Fare he descendants of the Portuguese make up Malaysia’s Tonly Portuguese Settlement in Ujong Pasir. Their unique Curry Debal is devilishly hot, just as its name suggests, and for most part, their cuisine invokes their dependency on the sea’s provision. Among some of the restaurants in the Portuguese Settelment are: Restoran De lisbon his restaurant is probably Celine’s Café one of the most featured 18A, Medan Portugis, Ujong Pasir TPortuguese restaurants as +606-292 1384 Restoran Ole Sayang it is just on the left of the arch 198-199 Taman Melaka Raya that welcoms visitors to the Papa Joe’s Restaurant +606-283 1966 Portuguese Settlement. Within 18B Lot 2, Medan Portugis, is served a variety of Portuguese Ujong Pasir Restoran Makko Nyonya Melakan cuisine and the friendly +606-284 3276 123 Taman Melaka Raya proprietors, Albert and Julie, are +606-284 0737 on hand to welcome diners to Donald & lily’s Corner this restaurant. They also cater Behind No 31 Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Restoran Bibik Neo for groups and functions which Lock, Melaka 6 Jalan Merdeka, Taman Melaka need a touch of Portuguese to the +606-284 8907 Raya +606-281 7054 proceedings. Clocktower Cendol Jalan Laksamana, 18 Medan Portugis, Ujong Pasir opposite the Dutch Square +606-284 8067

127 || SPeCiAl FeATURe: MelAKA Food Manis Sayang Restaurant anis Sayang Restaurant has successfully distinguished itself from the main fray of Nyonya cuisine in the Malaccan dining scene by introducing its own usage of sambal (pounded Mchilli and prawn paste sauce) such as seen in its Sambal Bendi (sambal lady’s fingers) and Sambal Sotong Petai (sambal stinkbean and squid). Besides that their family’s unique dish of Udang Lemak Nanas (pineapple prawn curry) is a must-have when you visit this authentically decorated Nyonya restaurant in Melaka city centre’s hippest address. 618, Taman Melaka Raya, Jalan Melaka Raya 10 +606-2813393/+6012-3939468 10:30 to 14:30, 17:30 to 19:30 daily (including Public Holidays) Only in Melaka elaka is famous for certain food items which can only be found there. The first Mthing that comes to mind is Chicken Rice Ball. This Chinese dish is very much like the Hainanese Chicken Rice in other states, where one may choose from steamed chicken, roasted chicken, barbecued pork or a mixture of these served with rice that comes in the shape of ping pong or golf ball sizes. Check out Melaka’s very own franchise, Famosa Chicken Rice Ball, spread out across Melaka, and most other restaurants located in the Jonker Walk area. Famosa Chicken Rice Ball Hoe Kee Chicken Chung Wah Coffee Shop 28-30 corner of Jalan Hang Kasturi-Jalan Hang Jebat Rice Ball Corner of Lorong Hang Jebat +606-286 0121 4 Jalan Hang Jebat -Jalan Hang Jebat +606-283 4751 Satay Celup his brilliant invention is a cross between eating steamboat or lok lok and satay. The skewered foodstuff is usually seafood and fish-based products which are then dipped into vats of satay Tsauce, hence the name satay celup, which means dipped satay. The most famous outlet for this is Capitol Satay Celup, which is slightly further away from the city, at 41 Lorong Bukit China.Hawker FareA unique Malaysian experience is open air dining in a hawker area and in Melaka’s case, a daily open air hawker area is found in Jalan Kee Ann. This road is bustling with street hawkers offering popiah, satay, wan tan mee, sup kambing and a variety of drinks like sugar cane, soy bean and grass jelly and other local delights.

SPeCiAl FeATURe: MelAKA || 128 Sightseeing f Melaka had a centre for recreation and activities, Ayer Keroh would be it. When one has done all the sight-seeing, shopping and dining in Melaka city, it is time to head out to Ayer Keroh for some fun in the Isun! Those driving to Melaka just have to exit at the Ayer Keroh Toll Plaza and find themselves surrounded with interesting vistas on the left and right to begin their adventure. Those looking for an integrated resort for everyone in the family need look no further than Melaka’s award-winning A Famosa Resort in nearby Alor Gajah. Melaka Butterfly and Reptile Farm ocated on the left, just after the toll plaza, the Butterfly and Reptile Farm boasts of the largest reptile aviary in LMalaysia and a bird aviary besides the butterfly aviary. The 3 hectare farm showcases more than 20 different species of snakes, both poisonous and not-poisonous from Malaysia and some of the rarest specimens of butterflies found in the country. 8.30 am – 5.30 pm daily +606-232 0033 Ayer Keroh Recreational Forest ight opposite the road is a recreational forest that contains the Ayer Keroh Botanical Park, Prehistoric RGarden, the Orang Asli (Aborigines) Park and Museum, the Deer Park, the Storyland and children’s playground, suspension bridge and plenty of picnic areas. 10 hectares out of the 359 hectare area is used as camping grounds. Beyond Ayer Keroh Auyin Hill Resort alaysia’s first and only Feng Shui resort, Auyin Hill Resort is a short drive from the toll plaza. It comprises Mof a series of gardens each with a differently shaped gateway and is the brainchild of a Malaysian geomancer. MC 13, Simpang Gading, Durian Tunggal, Melaka +606-553 2864 8:00 am – 8:00 pm A Famosa Resort Zoo Melaka he famous A Famosa Resort, an award-winning, 520- hectare integrated resort which includes attractions he Melaka Zoo is right next to the Tsuch as a 27-hole golf course, Animal World Safari, Mini Malaysia and Mini ASEAN Park Water World Theme Park and an Equestrian Club amidst Tand headlines more than 215 species the Resort Hotel, Villas and Condotel. It definitely attracts of wildlife of Southeast Asian and African people of all ages and all interests. origins. If you are a night owl, then visit the night zoo on Fridays, Saturdays and Jalan Kemus, Simpang Empat, Alor Gajah, Melaka +603-2781 8888 on the eve of Public and School Holidays or you could even go night fishing here. However, a not-to-be-missed daily event Ayer Keroh Xtreme Motorsport Station is the multi-animal show and the elephant show, as they showcase the animals’ skills yer Keroh’s very own Go-Karting racing circuit is right next door to the crocodile farm. Open to adults and and uniqueness. Achildren alike, you can race each other around in go- 9.00 am – 6.00pm daily except Fridays karts, all terrain vehicles (ATVs), buggies or pocket bikes. (for the day zoo) and 8.00pm – 11.00pm (for the night zoo) 10.00 am – 7.00 pm +606-232 4053/4054 +606-282 1154

129 || SPeCiAl FeATURe: MelAKA SPeCiAl FeATURe: MelAKA || 130 Accommodation he main hotels in Bandar Hilir enjoy easy access to the heritage area while surrounding areas like Chinatown, Melaka Raya and Bunga Raya are close to the shopping, dining or business areas of TMelaka city. It must be said that Melaka’s accomodation has something for every budget, need and taste from the boutique hotels in Melaka, which offer a slice of heritage with it, to the 5-star establishments that pamper you from head to toe and everything in between. equatorial Melaka elaka’s Grand Old Lady, Equatorial Melaka, is famous for its excellent location in the heart Mof the heritage area, Bandar Hilir. This 22- storey building features496 rooms and is the largest 5-star hotel in Melaka. Equatorial is equally famous as a premier business resort, offering business, banquet and conference facilities while not neglecting its overall role to holidaymakers. Its excellent service and location make it an excellent choice for all travellers, both business and leisure alike. Jalan Bandar Hilir, Melaka +606-282 8333 / 1-800-88-1800 +606-286 1261 [email protected] www.equatorial.com Holiday inn everly Resort Hotel Jalan Syed Abdul Aziz, Melaka +606-285 9111 10km Jalan Tanjung Kling, Melaka +606-285 9000 +606-315 3888 [email protected] +606-315 2888 www.melaka.holidayinn.com [email protected] www.everlyhotel.com Mahkota Hotel Melaka 16 Jalan Syed Abdul Aziz, Melaka +606-281 2828 +606-281 2323 [email protected] http://www.lion.com.my/WebOper/ Property/MahkotaMelaka.nsf/Home A Famosa Resort Hotel Bayview Hotel Melaka Jalan Kemus, Simpang Ampat, Alor Gajah +606-552 0777/888 Jalan Bendahara, Melaka [email protected] +606-283 9888 http://www.afamosa.com/main.php +606-283 6699 [email protected] www.bayviewhotels.com/melaka Avillion legacy Melaka No. 146 Jalan Hang Tuah, Melaka +606 281 6868 / 1-300-88-1180 +606-281 9898 [email protected] www.avillion.com

129 || SPeCiAl FeATURe: MelAKA SPeCiAl FeATURe: MelAKA || 130 Entertainment here are different forms of Geographer’s Café entertainment in Malacca, with rguably one of the Tfamous, traditional ones like the finest cafés this night market or bazaar, Jonker Walk Aside of Malacca and the Light and Show Spectacular, city, Geographer’s Café where history comes alive, in Dataran occupies a converted pre- Pahlawan as a backdrop while those war shophouse on Jonker wishing to party the night away head Street and offers a fusion for the heart of Malacca’s nightlife of traditional, authentic scene in Melaka Raya and those Malacca fare such as Asam needing down time find it easily in Laksa, Nasi Lemak, Lontong, the Hang Tuah Mall area. Curry Ramen and local as well as fusion drinks. This Set the Scene award-winning watering hole Jonker Walk is on come sundown comes alive with Friday Nite on Friday all the way to Sunday Fever and live bands playing night. The vibrant street market is occasionally as visitors relax transformed into a fiesta of souvenirs in their comfortable lounge and wares, not to mention food in environment. this night market or bazaar on Jonker 83 Jalan Hang Jebat Street. Some of the cafés, bistros and (Jonker’s Street), Melaka pubs in the Jonker Walk area are as +606-281 6813 below: Honky Tonk Haven Café Lorong Hang Jebat limau limau Cafe 49 Jonker Street Libra Restaurant & Cocktail House Jalan Hang Jebat Melaka Raya eel the pulse at Melaka Raya, which boasts of countless pubs, Fdiscos, cafés and restaurants which rival those found in KL. This is Malacca’s newest throughfare and is jam-packed with clubbers looking for a great time come weekend. There is a variety of the type of bars and clubs, discos and bistros that play a variety of music and each have a different theme. Hang Tuah Mall nother nightlife hub, Jalan Hang Tuah’s facelift by the Malacca State Government has given this area a new Alease of life, especially in regards to the night scene. While there are no rowdy clubs or pubs here the al fresco side walk cafés more than make up for it by offering a place to wind- down for patrons looking for a little down time.

131 || SPeCiAl FeATURe: MelAKA Boutique Hotels & Transportation Boutique Hotels ost of the boutique hotels i n the Jonker Street-Heeren Street enclave a re actually former residences o f the Peranakans which have been refurbished and re-used as hotels. There are also Mthose which are right in the heritage area as well as areas surrounding Melaka city. Most if not all of them provide a slice of heritage along with shelter from the elements. They are as below: Aldy Hotel Melaka Hotel Puri Number Twenty 27 Jalan Kota, Melaka 114-118, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, Guesthouse +606-283 3232 Melaka 20 Jalan Hang Jebat , Melaka +606-286 3236 +606-282 5588 +606-281 9761 [email protected] +606-281 5588 +606-281 9761 www.aldyhotel.com.my [email protected] [email protected] Heeren House www.hotelpuri.com www.twentymelaka.com 1 Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, Melaka The Baba House +606 281 4241 125-127 Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, +606-281 4241 Melaka [email protected] +606-281 1216/2168 +606-281 1217 [email protected] / [email protected] By Road: By Sea: alacca is accesible through the North-South here are daily ferries which run between Expressway via the Ayer Keroh exit. It is a 90- Malacca to and from Bengkalis, Dumai Mminute drive from KL city. All long distance and Tand Pekan baru in Sumatra, Indonesia. local buses are based at the Melaka Sentral bus terminal The Harbour Master’s Jetty ( Jeti Shahbandar) which is 3km away from Malacca city. Chartered taxis in Taman Melaka Raya near the Maritime are available at the end of Jalan Kee Ann, which is Museum. Departure times vary among across the Old Market Bridge from Jonker’s Street. individual charters. Check at the Jetty for further information. Buses Transnational Mayang Sari express 06-2820687 06-2829301 03-2303300 Jebat ekspress Malacca- 06-2849940 Useful Contacts Singapore 06-2814307 Malacca State Government: www.melaka.gov.my express Malacca-Kuala Malacca Tourism Information Centre: www.tourism-melaka.com 06-2824470 Jalan Kota branch: +606-281 4803 02-2935915 lumpur express Ayer Keroh branch: +6018-261 6913 06-2822503 Tourist Police of Malacca: +606-2854114 03-2381578



Getting Around Visitors to Kuala Lumpur have a variety of public transportation options to choose from when travelling around the city. With the city’s efficient network of Monorail, train, bus and taxi services – getting around KL is both convenient and affordable. Taxi Services Most taxi drivers in KL have a fair command of the English Language. By law, all taxis must use meters and fares are based on metered rates, please insist that the meter is used for all journeys. Rates start from RM 2.00 for the first 2 kilometres and 10sen for every subsequent 150 metres. There is a surcharge of 50% levied to the fare between midnight and 6.00 am the next day. For taxis carrying two or more passengers an additional charge of 20 sen for each customer will also be imposed. Buses As part of KL’s extensive public transport network, a number of bus companies provide public transport throughout KL and the surrounding areas. Rapid KL, Metrobus, SJ Bus, Park May and Len Seng bus companies all provide bus services to parts of the city. Rapid KL is very popular with visitors to KL; covering most of the city, with fares starting from RM 1.00. As in most major cities, buses in KL are a very popular form of cheap public transport among the locals and become very packed during peak hours. Bus routes are usually displayed by the electronic board on the side of the bus, but it’s always advisable to check first with bus driver for any passengers who may be uncertain of their destination. For passengers travelling interstate, tickets can be purchased from the respective counters at Pudu Bus Station in KL. +603-7625 6999 www.rapidkl.com KL Monorail The newest addition to the cities transit system is the KL Monorail. The KL Monorail serves the city, connecting passengers to the major shopping and entertainment areas of the city. Stopping at Imbi, Bukit Bintang, Raja Chulan, Bukit Nanas and Medan Tuanku, the Monorail operates between 6.00am to 12 midnight at 5-minute intervals during peak hours and 6 to 10-minute intervals during off-peak hours. Starting in the city from opposite KL Sentral (KLCAT), passengers getting down at KL Sentral (KLCAT) should walk out of the building, across the car park and cross Jalan Brickfields to the Monorail station. +603-6625 6999 www.rapidkl.com.my

KLIA Express & KLIA Transit KLIA Express high-speed electric trains travel non-stop between KL International Airport (KLIA) and KL Sentral (KLCAT) in 28 minutes. The rst train leaves at 05.00am. Trains depart at intervals of 15 minutes during peak hours (05:00am to 09:00am and 16:00pm to 22:00pm), 20 minutes intervals during o-peak hours (09:00am to 16:00pm and 22:00pm to Midnight) and every 30 minutes after midnight. KLIA Transit’s high-speed electric trains also travel between KL Sentral (KLCAT) and KLIA in 35 minutes, but this transit service stops at Bandar Tasik Selatan, Putrajaya/Cyberjaya and Salak Tinggi on route to KLIA. Trains depart at 30 minute intervals, the rst and last train from KL Sentral (KLCAT) to KLIA depart at 05.33am and 12.03am past midnight respectively, and the rst and last trains from KLIA to KL Sentral (KLCAT) depart at 05.52am and 01.03am respectively. +603-2267 8000 www.KLIAekspres.com KTM Komuter Initially running from Sentul in the north to Port Klang on the south west 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 passengers with the STAR LRT, PUTRA LRT and the Monorail. Trains operate at 15-minute intervals during peak hours and a 20-minute interval during o-peak hours. +603-2267 1200 www.ktmb.com.my Light Railway Transit (LRT) The city has two dierent 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 passengers who wish to transfer between all three systems or take the KLIA Express to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. (See KL transit map on following page for more details) 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 6.00am to 11.45pm at intervals of 3-5 minutes during peak hours and 5-8 minutes during o peak hours. The RapidKL station of Masjid Jamek is where passengers can transfer between all the LRT lines. +603-6625 6999 www.rapidkl.com.my endlism.indd 2 7/4/2009 2:24:12 PM

KL MONORAIL, LIGHT RAIL TRANSIT (LRT) AND KTM KOMUTER TRAIN NETWORK KL SENTRAL STATION This modern transportation hub offers a comprehensive network of trains, buses and taxis. From here, one can take a train to most cities in Peninsular Malaysia or within KL itself. The Putra Light Rail Transit (LRT), KL Monorail and KTM Komuter provide easy and efficient access to well-known landmarks in KL as well as outlying districts and nearby towns. For rail services to international destinations or within Peninsular Malaysia, visit the KTM (Malayan Railway) counter. There is also a free source of tourism information found at Tourism Malaysia’s office at Lot 21, Level 2, Arrival Hall, Kuala Lumpur City Terminal (Tel: 03-2272 5823). Tel: +603-2272 5823 Kuala Kubu Bharu B Batang Kali Serendah E PUTRA TERMINAL (Gombak) P P RAWANG Taman Melati D C SENTUL TIMUR P Wangsa Maju P Kuang Sri Rampai P SENTUL A SENTUL P Sungai Buloh P Setiawangsa P A SENTUL KTM KOMUTER Jelatek P PORT KLANG B RAWANG KTM KOMUTER P Kepong TITIWANGSA P AMPANG C SEREMBAN F Dato Keramat C AMPANG STAR LRT Chow Kit Damai LINE D SRI PETALING STAR LRT P Segambut Kg. Baru Ampang Park P Cahaya LINE E KELANA JAYA PUTRA LRT PWTC Medan KLCC P Cempaka LINE F KL SENTRAL KL MONORAIL Putra Sultan Tuanku TITIWANGSA Ismail AEROCITY KLIA TRANSIT P Pandan Indah COMMUTER Dang Wangi Bukit Nanas Pandan Jaya AEROCITY KLIA EKSPRES P EXPRESS Bandaraya Raja Chulan INTERCHANGE STATION Bank Negara Bukit Bintang INTERCHANGE Imbi Maluri P STATION WITHIN Plaza Hang Chan Sow WALKING DISTANCE Rakyat Tuah Pudu P Lin Miharja P Masjid P CAR PARK Jamek BUS P Kuala Lumpur Pasar Seni Maharajalela Cheras P F P KL SENTRAL STATION Tun Salak Selatan Sambanthan KELANA P Taman Taman Bangsar Seputeh P JAYA Paramount Jaya Kerinchi P Salak Selatan P E Taman Asia Universiti Abdullah Angkasapuri Bandar Tun Razak P Bahagia Jaya Hukum Pantai Dalam P Petaling P Bandar Tasik Selatan P Jalan Templer P P Bukit Jalil Kampung Dato Harun P Serdang P Seri Setia P D Bukit Jalil Kajang P Setia Jaya P SRI PETALING P P Subang Jaya P UPM P Batu Tiga P Bangi P Shah Alam P Padang Jawa P Putrajaya P P Batang Benar Bukit Badak P Klang P P Nilai Teluk Pulai P Salak Tinggi P P Labu Teluk Gadong P Kampung Raja Uda P P Tiroi Jalan Kastam P P SEREMBAN B A PORT KLANG P KL INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (KLIA) >> Map Courtesy of TOURISM MALAYSIA June 2008 Edition endlism.indd 3 7/4/2009 2:24:12 PM

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INDEX SIGHTSEEING TOURS Sri Maha Mariamman Temple 25 Sultan Abdul Samad Building 13 1 Utama Shopping Centre 38 Sze Ya Temple 24 ASEAN Sculpture Garden 27 Taman Aman Kuala Selangor(MNS Kuala Selangor) 34 Bandar Utama Driving Range 40 The Bird Park 28 Batu Caves 25 The Butterfly Park 28 BU3 Community Centre 40 The Curve 36 Bukit Melawati 34 The Deer Park 28 Bukit Nanas Golf Course 26 The Hibiscus Gardens 27 Carcosa Seri Negara 14 The Orchid Garden 27 Cathedral of Saint Mary the Virgin (St. Mary’s Church) 24 The Royale Bintang Damansara 39 Central Park Bandar Utama 40 Thean Hou Temple 24 Centrepoint Bandar Utama 38 Titiwangsa Lake Gardens 26 Corner of Jalan Mawar & Jalan Melati 39 SHOPPING AROUND Courts Megastore 37 Craft Museum 17 AEON Bukit Tinggi 55 Forest Research Institute of Malaysia (Frim) 32 Alamanda Shopping Centre 56 Galeri Petronas 21 Amcorp Mall 52 Galeri Tangsi 21 Ampang Park Shopping Centre 44 Ikano Power Centre 37 Avenue K 44 Ikea 36 Bangsar Shopping Centre 44 Islamic Arts Museum 17 Bangsar Village i 50 Istana Negara(National Palace) 15 Bangsar Village ii 50 Kampung Kuantan 34 Bargain Bin 64 KBU Field 40 Berjaya Times Square 43 Kepong 32 Bijou Bazzar 61 Kepong Metropolitan Park 32 Bukit Bintang Plaza 42 KL Gallery & Library 21 Bukit Raja Shopping Centre 55 KL Lake Gardens 27 Campbell Complex 48 KL Railway Station 16 Central Market 60 Kl Tower 19 Centro Klang 55 Kuala Selangor 34 Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman 59 Masjid Jamek 23 Jaya 33 52 Merdeka Square 13 Jaya Jusco 55 National Mosque 23 Jaya One 52 National Museum 17 KL Arts Market (Laman Seni) 61 One World Hotel 39 KL Plaza 42 Pasir Penambang 34 Kota Raya 47 PETRONAS Twin Towers 20 Lot 10 43 Petrosains 20 Low Yat Plaza 43 Putrajaya 29 Maju Junction 48 Ribs@Oasis,BU 4 39 Metrojaya 62 Royal Selangor Club 14 Mid Valley Megamall 49 Mydin 62

INDEX Nilai 3 59 Bombay Palace 79 OUG Plaza 57 Carmen’s 84 Parkson Grand 62 Ceylon Bar 83 Pavillion Kuala Lumpur 43 Chakri Place 81 Pearl Point Shopping Mall 57 Changkat Bukit Bintang 76 Pertama Complex 48 Chikuyo-Tei 82 Petaling Street 47 Chili’s 85 Plaza Mont Kiara 51 Chinesefood 78 Plaza UE 3 57 Chynna 78 Queen’s Park Shopping 57 DainTi Hill 82 S&M Shopping Arcade 47 DELIcious 86 Sinar Kota 47 Eden Seafood Village 83 SM Digital Mall 58 Etoile Bistro 84 Sogo Department Store 48 Farmland Porridge Steamboat 70 Solaris@Mont Kiara 51 Flam’s 83 Souk AL-Tar 61 Genki Sushi 82 South City Plaza 56 Han Sung 82 Starhill Gallery 42 Hard Rock Café 84 Subang Parade 54 Indian food 79 Sungei Wang Plaza 42 Jalan Alor 75 Sunrise Arts, Bric-a-Brac and 61 Kallianees 85 Craft (ABC) Market 61 Kohinoor 85 Sunway Pyramid 54 Koryo Won 82 Suria KLCC 44 La Manila 86 The Atria Shopping Centre 52 La Risata 84 The Gardens Retails Gallery 49 Lotus 79 The Mall 48 Malay food 77 The Mines Shopping Fair 56 Marmalade 86 The Weld 47 Mentari Business Park 73 USJ 19 Digital Mall Moghul House 85 LOCAL FLAVOURS Nasi Lemak Antarabangsa 68 Ah Tuan Ee Restaurant 80 Outback Steakhouse 84 Alexis Ampang 83 Passage Thru’ India 85 Ampang Yong Tau Foo 69 Pelita Nasi Kandar 79 Aunty Nat 80 Saffron 79 Bah Kut Teh 74 San Francisco Steakhouse 84 Banana Leaf Rice 72 Satay Kajang 71 Bangkok Jam 81 Secret Recipe 86 Bangles 85 Shook! 83 Bee Won Korean Restaurant 69 Spice Garden 85 Beef Noodles 66 Sri Paandi’s Restaurant 72 Benkay 82 Sri Paandi’s (PJ) Restaurant 72 Bijan 77 Teluk Pulai Bah Kut Teh 74 Bistro de Paris 84 The Ship 84 Bom Brazil Churrascaria 76 Victoria’s Station 84

INDEX Events & Entertainment Little Havana 97 Absolute Chemistry 99 Luna Bar 98 Alexis Ampang 98 Malaysia Tourism Centre (MTC) 92 Alexis The Bar Upstairs 99 MBO Galaxy 93 Aloha 98 Minnal Fun & Family Club 97 Backyard Pub 100 Modesto’s Bangsar 99 Bangkok Jazz Thai Bistro 97 Modesto’s KL Tower 98 Bar Amber 100 Modesto’s Sri Hartamas 100 Bar Flam 99 National Theatre 91 Bar Ibiza 98 No Black Tie 100 Bar Uno 98 Palate Palette 100 Barzar 99 Panggung Bandaraya (City Hall Theatre) 92 Beach Club Café 98 PETRONAS Philharmonic Orchestra 92 Bently’s Pub 98 Poppy - Restaurant, Bar & Garden 98 Breakers Pool Club & Bar 100 Pulse 97 Budaba 98 Qba 97 Bukit Jalil Golf & Country Resort 96 Quattro Club 98 Carl’s Bar 100 RAW KL 100 Chilli’s Grill & Bar 99 Rum Jungle 98 Cineleisure Damansara 93 Ruums Bar & Club 98 Club 11:15 99 Salsa Havana Club 97 Club 9 & the Six Lounge 100 Setapak Golf Range 96 Club de Vegas 97 Seven Ate Nine 100 Club18@Bangsar Avenue 99 Skybar 98 Cosmo’s World Theme Park 94 Soda Club 100 Dama Orchestra 92 Souled Out 100 Desa Water Park 94 Supper Club 100 Diva Matrix Pub & Café 100 Sutra Dance Theatre 91 Events & Festival Calendar 88, 89,100 The Social 99 Finnegan’s 1 99 Voyuer 99 Finnegan’s 2 100 Zeta Bar 100 Finnegan’s 3 98 Zouk 98 Flagz Restaurant & Pub 100 Hole In The Wall Golden Screen Cinemas 93 Groove Junction 100 41 Berangan 111 Hard Rock Café 98 Allson Genesis Hotel Bukit Bintang 110 Hemingway’s 97 Ancasa Hotel 107 Illusions 99 Anjung KL Guesthouse 110 Karma 100 Armada Petaling Jaya 117 Kuala Lumpur Funtheque 97 Attapsana Guesthouse 111 Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club 96 Babylon Guesthouse 111 Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (KLPAC) 91 Backpackers Travellers Inn 112 La Bodega 97 Berjaya Times Square 102

INDEX Bestotel City Centre 110 Hotel Midah 109 Bintang Warisan Hotel 109 Hotel Nikko 104 Brisdale Hotel 110 Hotel Sun Inns Lagoon 114 Capitol Hotel 110 Hotel Sun Inns Mentari 114 Carcosa Seri Negara 106 JW Marriott Hotel 102 Cintamani Travellers Lodge 112 Klang Histana Hotel 114 City Park Hotel 111 Kok Ping Hotel 111 City Villa 106 Kowloon Hotel 111 Concorde Hotel Kuala Lumpur 108 Kuala Lumpur Hilton Hotel 106 Concorde Hotel Shah Alam 115 Kuala Lumpur International Hotel 109 Concorde Inn Kuala Lumpur International Airport 118 Lanson Place Ambassador Row Residences 107 Corona Inn 110 Le Meridien 106 Coronade Hotel 108 Mandarin Court Hotel 109 Corus Hotel 108 Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur 104 Crowne Plaza Mutiara Hotel 105 Maytower Hotel & Serviced Apartments 113 Crystal Crown Hotel, Harbour View Port Klang 114 Mayview Glory Hotel 112 Crystal Crown Hotel, Petaling Jaya 117 Melia Kuala Lumpur 108 Cyberview Lodge Resort & Spa 119 New Merdeka Hotel 111 Dorsett Regency Kuala Lumpur 108 Nova Hotel 110 D-Villa Boutique Apartments 113 Novotel Hydro Majestic KL 108 Dynasty Hotel 107 Number Eight Guesthouse 111 Eastin Hotel 117 One World Hotel 117 Equator Hostel 112 Palace of The Golden Horses 118 Federal Hotel 108 Palm Garden Hotel 119 Flamingo Hotel 107 Pan Pacific Kuala Lumpur International Airport Hotel 118 Genting Highlands City of Entertainment 116 Parkroyal Hotel 103 Grand BlueWave Hotel 115 Pearl International Hotel 114 Grand Central Hotel 106 Petaling Jaya Hilton Hotel 117 Grand Centrepoint Hotel 110 Prescott Hotel 114 Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur 102 Prince Hotel & Residence Kuala Lumpur 104 Grand Olympic Hotel 109 Pujangga Homestay 112 Grand Seasons Hotel 107 Pullman Putrajaya Lakeside 119 Hankyu Hotel 111 Putrajaya Marriott Hotel 119 Holiday Inn Glenmarie 105 Putrajaya Shangri-La 119 Holiday Villa Apartment Suites 109 Pyramid Tower 117 Hotel Agora 111 Quality Hotel City Centre 113 Hotel China Town Inn 109 Quality Hotel Shah Alam 115 Hotel Chinatown 2 112 Radius International Hotel 110 Hotel Equatorial Kuala Lumpur 103 Rainforest Bed & Breakfast 101 Hotel Grand Continental 111 Red Palm 112 Hotel Istana 105 Sarang Galloway 112 Hotel Malaya 110 Serai Inn 112 Hotel Maya 104 Shah’s Village Hotel, Petaling Jaya 114

INDEX Shangri-La Hotel 103 Hoe Kee Chicken Rice Ball 127 Sheraton Subang Hotel and Towers 115 Holiday Inn Melaka 129 Sima Hotel 111 Hotel Puri 131 Stanford Hotel Kuala Lumpur 110 Islamic World Malay World Museum 122 Sunway Lagoon 116 Jonker’s Street 124 Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa 117 Mahkota Hotel Melaka 129 Swiss Inn 110 Mahkota Parade 125 Swiss-Garden Hotel Kuala Lumpur 107 Malaysian Youth Museum & Melaka Art Gallery 122 The Green Hut Lodge 112 Manis Sayang Restaurant 127 The Haven Guesthouse 112 Maritime Museum 122 The Imperial Hotel 113 Masjid Tengkera 124 The Legend Hotel & Apartment 116 Melaka Butterfly and Reptile Farm 128 The Ritz-Carlton 103 Melaka Islamic Museum 122 The Royale Bintang Damansara 107 Melaka Raya 130 The Royale Bintang Kuala Lumpur 108 Melaka Sultanate Palace Museum 122 The Saujana Hotel Kuala Lumpur 115 Number Twenty Guesthouse 131 The Westin Kuala Lumpur 102 Papa Joe’s Restaurant 126 The Zon All Suite Residences 105 Peranakan Cuisine 126 Vistana Hotel 107 Portuguese Fare 126 Restoran Bibik Neo 126 SPECIAL FEATURE: MELAKA Restoran De Lisbon 126 A’ Famosa 121 Restoran Makko Nyonya 126 A Famosa Resort 128 Restoran Ole Sayang 126 A Famosa Resort Hotel 129 Rumahku Muziumku 123 Aldy Hotel Melaka 131 Satay Celup 127 Auyin Hill Resort 128 Sri Poyyatha Vinayagar Moorthi Temple 124 Avillion Legacy Melaka 129 St. Francis Xavier’s Church 124 Ayer Keroh Recreational Forest 128 St. Paul’s Church 121 Ayer Keroh Xtreme Motorsport Station 128 The Baba House 131 Bayview Hotel Melaka 129 The Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum 123 Celine’s Café 126 The Melaka Stamp Museum 123 Cheng Hoon Teng Temple 124 The Stadhuys Complex 121 Christ Church 121 The Straits Mosque (Masjid Selat) 124 Chung Wah Coffee Shop 127 Villa Sentosa 123 Clocktower Cendol 126 Zoo Melaka 128 Dataran Pahlawan 125 Donald & Lily’s Corner 126 Dutch Square 121 Equatorial Melaka 129 Everly Resort Hotel 129 Famosa Chicken Rice Ball 127 Geographer’s Café 130 Hang Tuah Mall 130 Heeren House 131

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