The Gurney Resort Hotel and Residences Introduces its Early Bird Bonanza Promo

At The Gurney Resort Hotel and Residences, early bookers get a special treat. Guests who book for two nights before 15 January 2010 are entitled to an extra complimentary night, thanks to the hotel’s Early Bird Bonanza Promo. At a special rate of MYR 250++ per suite per night, guests get to enjoy the luxurious suites and the world-class facilities and services that The Gurney has to offer. The package includes two breakfasts and is valid from 3 January to 10 February 2010.

The Gurney Resort Hotel and Residences is located along Gurney Drive in Penang, Malaysia and near the central business district and major shopping establishments of the city. It is considered as the premier destination for business and leisure travelers, offering 259 well-decorated rooms that come with modern conveniences such as high-speed broadband Internet, Jacuzzi, a telephone with voicemail system, and many more.

At this Penang accommodation provider, nothing is spared for the guests’ ultimate relaxation. For recreational facilities, guests can indulge in fun activities such as foosball and table tennis. Younger guests such as children are guaranteed to have a great time at the recreational park. There is also a wave pool with water slides, river rides, and waterfalls for their enjoyment.

For corporate travelers, there are conference rooms and a business centre. The Gurney’s ballroom can accommodate up to 900 persons, which can be used for social or business gatherings.

The hotel also offers a variety of restaurants that serve delicious dishes guests will surely find delightful. Fitness enthusiasts can use the gym, and guests who want to get pampered can avail of the spa and massage services.

Other hotel services include airport transfer, laundry and room service, as well as car rental. For guests bringing cars, there is ample parking.

The hotel’s location places guests near the local attractions such as Kek Lok Si Temple, Bird Park, Butterfly Farm, and Botanic Gardens.

For more information on the hotel’s Early Bird Bonanza promo and to book reservations, visit www.gurney-hotel.com.my/.

Have A Sunny Christmas in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Christmas doesn’t always have to be all about the cold and thick clothes. In Kuala Lumpur Malaysia, it can be about light clothing and tropical weather.

Have a warm and sunny Christmas in Malaysia before 2009 comes to a close. Check out the stately Petronas Towers. Shop, wine, dine, and party at The Golden Triangle – Kuala Lumpur’s bustling entertainment, shopping and business district. Check out other nearby tourist destinations too.

Be in the midst of all this merriment as well, when you check-in at The ZON All Suites Residences On The Park. The ZON All Suites Residences On The Park boasts 182 spacious and modernly-furnished rooms and suites. All accommodations come with air-conditioning, cable television, private toilet and bath, IDD telephone, coffee/tea maker, digital safe, hair dryer, ironing board, electronic smoke detector, complimentary newspaper and mineral water, and computerized door lock.

If you are planning to book at The ZON All Suites Residences On The Park you’d be pleasantly surprised to know that you can now enjoy your guestroom at lower rates.


One-Bedroom Superior RM-230.00 net
One-Bedroom Deluxe RM 270.00 net
One-Bedroom Executive RM 330.00 net
Two-Bedroom Superior RM 360.00 net
Two-Bedroom Deluxe RM 380.00 net

*All rates are inclusive of breakfast until 31 March 2010


The hotel also has in-house facilities and services for your enjoyment and convenience. These include a business center, gymnasium, jacuzzi, sauna, swimming pool, meeting room, tour office, laundry, valet, and the Weenie Minnie Kids Club. If you want to dine within hotel premises, the ZON All Suites Residences On The Park houses the Terracotta Restaurant, and offers in-room dining.

For more hotel information or for direct online booking, log on to www.zonhotel.com.my.

Trying to Plan a Perfect Wedding? Be a Part of the Bridal Showcase 2009

Planning a wedding? Head on over to The Gurney Resort Hotel and Residences in Penang Island, Malaysia for the Bridal Showcase 2009. The event will be held on 17-18 October 2009 at The Gurney Hotel Grand Ballroom. Top wedding suppliers such as Desantia Bridal House, Crystal Brides, Stareast Wedding, and Aspial Wedding will be available to help couples envision their perfect wedding. Aside from that, guests are also entitled to door gifts, shopping vouchers, and they have the chance to win lucky draw prizes.

Engaged couples who are looking for unique and innovative ideas for their wedding will have the chance to look around, shop, and get more information from the top wedding suppliers and services that will be present at the event.
This event is a joint project of The Gurney Resort Hotel and Residences and its sister property The Northam All Suites.

The Northam All Suites is located in Georgetown City in Penang, Malaysia. The city is considered to be a tourist favorite because of its multi-cultural charm. The glory of past and present architectural designs can be seen here in the form of cathedrals, temples, mosques, shops, cafes, and government offices. It is also near the business and commercial district, as well as tourist attractions such as Penang National Park, Kek Lok Si Temple, Pinang Peranakan Mansion, and the Penang Bird Park.

The luxurious business hotel offers spacious, well-designed air-conditioned suites. Each suite has an en suite bathroom and amenities such as two cable televisions, room safe, hair dryer, high speed Internet access, room safe, coffee/tea maker, ironing board, and telephone, to name a few. Business travelers will find that the rooms also have two-line speaker phones, fax machines, and the daily newspaper.

Hotel facilities and services include a rooftop swimming pool, giving guests a chance not only to enjoy a refreshing dip, but to also bask in the wonderful view of the city. The hotel restaurants offer a variety of scrumptious dishes that will undoubtedly leave guests wanting more. The Suite Spa offers treatments for the stressed traveler, such as the traditional Balinese and Oriental Massage. The spa also has turbo water-massage Jacuzzi, shower, steam, and sauna. For the fitness buffs, the fitness centre is available.

For more information on the Bridal Showcase 2009 and the hotel and its direct online reservation system, visit http://www.northam-hotel.com.my/.

Relive History at The Heritage Station Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Stepping into The Heritage Station Hotel Kuala Lumpur gives one the sense of having gone back in time. The Neo-Moorish design gives this vintage building a Colonial charm, having been designed by British architect Mr. A.B. Hubback. It has been operational since 1910, and its rich history is one of the many things that attracts visitors.

This Kuala Lumpur hotel aims to be perceived as a community hotel that supports the arts, history, and culture of Malaysia. It is a no-frills hotel that offers comfortable accommodations and basic amenities and services at rates travelers on a budget will appreciate.

Each room contains a private bathroom, air-conditioning, and colour TV. Hotel facilities and services are also available to help guests have a relaxing and worry-free stay. These include Internet access, photocopying, faxing, and laundry facilities for the guest’s convenience. Those looking to explore Malaysia’s areas of interest will find the tour desk useful as well.

The hotel is also a fine place to hold events, and whether it is a business or social gathering, the function rooms and facilities are more than suitable for hosting get-togethers.

Looking to fill your appetite? The hotel’s restaurant serves Japanese, local, and Western dishes you’d want to sink your teeth into. If you feel like going for a drink with your friends, there’s a bar/lounge you can hang out in.

The hotel's location is also one of the many factors that make it a great place to stay. It is located at the old Kuala Lumpur Railway station and is near popular attractions such as the Natural History Museum, Kuala Lumpur Bird Park, Chinatown, Central Market, Hibiscus Gardens, Little India, National Planetarium, and many more. The hotel is also near public transportation stations, making it easy for guests to get around the city.

For more information on this hotel and to make reservations online, visit www.heritagehotelmalaysia.com.

Be At the Heart of Malaysia, Be At Meliá Kuala Lumpur

When visiting cosmopolitan Malaysia, there’s nothing like being in the middle of all the excitement. If you want to experience this round-the-clock during your Malaysian getaway, come to Meliá Kuala Lumpur.

Book yourself into a fully-furnished and fully-equipped guestroom with elegant and stylish ambiance. All rooms come with air-conditioning, IDD phones, private baths, sofas, satellite TV with pay-per-view, mini-bars, room safes, and hair dryers. You are also entitled to welcome drinks and complimentary breakfasts. Choose from the hotel’s Standard Rooms, Deluxe Rooms, I-Rooms, and The Level E-Rooms.

Extra services are also provided by the hotel for your convenience. These include daycare, laundry/dry cleaning, limousine service, parking, travel/tour desk and 24-hour security.

If you want to relax and unwind, the hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, a gym, and a souvenir shop. For dining within the hotel premises, the hotel houses the El Patio Coffee House and the Piano Lounge.

For more hotel information or direct online bookings, log on to http://www.meliahotel-kualalumpur.com/ppc.

Kuala Lumpur at Your Fingertips: Lanson Place Ambassador Row Serviced Residences

Lanson Place Ambassador Row Serviced Residences welcomes visitors looking to do business in or simply enjoy the vibrant city of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The hotel is a top choice especially for long-staying guests with its affordable rates and accommodations furnished with all the comforts of home. Located along Jalan Ampang Hilir, Lanson Place is easily accessible from foreign embassies, important business establishments, and shopping centers.

The most discerning guests will find that Lanson Place Ambassador Row makes everyone feel right at home with its comfortable accommodations, quality facilities, and sincere guest services. The Kuala Lumpur hotel features 221 spacious serviced residences that come with first-class amenities – cable/satellite TV, en suite/private bathrooms, mini-bars, radio, modem/data port connection, and many others. Accommodation rates start at MYR 210. Residences come in One-Bedroom, Two-Bedroom, and Three-Bedroom appointments.

Facilities for both business and leisure are amply provided by the hotel in Kuala Lumpur. A business center and well-equipped meeting rooms are at the ready for guests’ corporate needs. An outdoor swimming pool, a gym, and a sauna can be accessed by hotel visitors if they choose. Guests are also treated to concierge, laundry, paid parking, and disabled facilities. In addition to these, Lanson Place Ambassador Row Serviced Residences also houses a restaurant serving exquisite dishes.

The high-rise atrium building that is Lanson Place is nearby museums, the KL Bird Park, the Aquaria KLCC, and the Forest Research Institute of Malaysia. It is also only a few minutes away from the Golden Triangle, the Malaysian capital’s entertainment and shopping hub. Foreign embassies are just around the corner, as well as the Royal Selangor Golf and Country Club and the Polo Riding Club.
Get more information on this strategically located hotel by visiting www.lansonplace.com/klr-welcome.php. You get your money’s worth and the best of Malaysian hospitality at Lanson Place Ambassador Row Serviced Residences in Kuala Lumpur.

Manukan Island Resort Provides the Perfect Sanctuary for Vacationers

If you want a vacation that’s sure to relax your mind and rejuvenate your senses, then Manukan Island Resort in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia is the place for you.

Surround yourself with crystal clear ocean, beautiful corals and tropical trees. Indulge yourself in the resort’s luxurious accommodations and wake up to an amazing view of the South China Sea, right from your very own guestroom.

Whether you book the resort’s Hilltop Cabins or the Beach Lodges, you are sure to find yourself in your own little piece of heaven. All resort chalets are stylishly decorated and are equipped with modern amenities for your comfort.

All accommodations at Manukan Island Resort come with air-conditioning, spacious dining and living areas, televisions with satellite channels, private bathrooms, and daily breakfasts. All chalets are double-storey units. All bookings also come with return boat transfers, 20% discounts on all SeaQuest watersports and National Park entrance fees.

If you want some adventure for your holiday, then you can avail of different activity packages such as the Manukan Island Resort Excursion Program which features sea and island adventures, snorkeling and a barbecue lunch. Diving, parasailing and other water sports are also available upon request.

For more resort inquiries or for direct online booking, log on to http://www.suterasanctuarylodges.com.

Eastin Hotel Offers Early-Bird Promo for September 2009 Bookings

If you’re planning to head to Malaysia this September, then you’re in for a treat. Eastin Hotel is offering an Early-Bird Promo for vacationers who book their September accommodations between 21 July and 20 August, 2009.

Enjoy discounted rates and extra perks. The Early-bird promo offers Eastin Hotel’s Deluxe Rooms at a marked down rate of RM195++. This package also comes with 20% discounts on F&B outlets, as well as complimentary WIFI. Room rates are subject to service charge and government tax and are subject to change without prior notice.

All of Eastin Hotel’s accommodations come with cable television, air-conditioning, coffee/tea makers, king-sized beds, daily newspapers, mini-bars, private baths, room safes and telephones. All rooms are spacious and are non-smoking.

Whether you’re traveling for business or for leisure, Eastin Hotel has the amenities and services to cater to your every need. You can opt to use the hotel’s business center for all your work-related activities. The hotel also houses restaurants, lounges, a gym, swimming pool with jacuzzi, tennis court, and a spa and wellness centre for all your leisure and relaxation needs.


Valet parking and limousine service are provided, as well as complimentary shuttle services to Mid Valley Megamall, The Curve, One Utama, Tropicana City Mall and Bangsar Shopping Centre on scheduled days.

For more hotel information or for direct online booking, log on to http://www.eastin.com.

Bintang Garden Hotel Puts You in the Midst of Exciting Events in KL This Month

There is a long list of mid-priced hotels offering quality accommodations in Kuala Lumpur and Bintang Garden Hotel is inarguably one of the best. Leisure and business travelers looking for a comfortable place to stay are sure to get their money's worth in the Bukit Bintang hotel. With room rates starting at MYR 100, privacy is guaranteed while easy access to the bustling commercial district of the Bukit Bintang Golden Triangle is also provided.

Bintang Garden Hotel is also a good place to stay if you are looking to participate in a wide range of events in Kuala Lumpur all throughout the months of August and September. As mentioned earlier, it is located close to Bukit Bintang Golden Triangle, where a host of shopping malls, restaurants, cafes, night spots, and massage and spa centers are found. Currently, malls across the country are participating in the 2009 Mega Sale Carnival.

In Bukit Bintang specifically, watch out for the “Big 7 Special,” where a “shopping feast like no other” is promised to visiting tourists. Seven major malls in the area – namely Metrojaya Department Stores, Isetan Kuala Lumpur, Suria KLCC, and Parkson – are offering great discounts on various merchandise. MasterCard and Tourist Privilege Card holders are sure to enjoy countless treats. The 2009 Mega Sale Carnival runs until September so you have plenty of time to book your Kuala Lumpur getaway. Shoppers and sightseers are sure to have the time of their lives joining contests and plenty of other activities.

Malaysia is also currently celebrating its Merdeka Month in celebration of the country's 51st year of Independence. Expect vibrant parades, colorful fireworks displays, and lots of merriment all throughout the country. Kuala Lumpur as the capital city will be the center of all celebrations.

Book directly online for Kuala Lumpur accommodations at http://www.bintanggardenhotel.com. Make the most of your stay without having to splurge for a hotel room. Experience what the country has to offer and make your city getaway as memorable as possible at Bintang Garden Hotel.


Other Upcoming KL Events:

Aug 22-31 - Ramadan Bazaar In conjunction with the holy month of fasting for Muslims from dawn to sunset, the event happens across the country. Starting around 4PM, bazaars throughout Kuala Lumpur sell an unusual abundance of food, including authentic Malay dishes not often found at other times. Mosques give out bubur lambuk (rice porridge). Celebrations continue until September 21, 2009.

Sept 20 – 21 Hari Raya Aidil Fitri As commencement of Ramadan celebrations, Aidil Fitri is a joyous occasion for Muslim families. Family and friends donning traditional finery will attend special prayers in mosques and pay their deceased loved ones a visit in cemeteries on this day. Local delicacies will be in abundance.

Find All the Excitement in Bukit Bintang Golden Triangle

Bukit Bintang is regarded as the center of shopping and entertainment in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia's capital city. Also referred to as the Golden Triangle, the district is frequented by local and foreign tourists for it is where the city's trendiest shopping malls and chic entertainment centers and night spots can be found. Bukit Bintang also has a wide range of hotels that puts you right in the center of all the events and exciting activities at the Golden Triangle.

One such hotel offering excellent yet affordable Kuala Lumpur accommodations in the district is Dorsett Regency Hotel, which is currently offering room rate discounts to guests. Effective August 16 to September 16, 2009, guests booking for two nights or more are entitled to a 5% discount on their room rates. Visitors staying for four nights or more get a 10% discount on their accommodation fees.

The Kuala Lumpur hotel is right in the heart of Bukit Bintang and all its favorite spots for:

Dining. From five-star restaurants to food joints and hawker stalls, there are hundreds of food choices available to suit your taste. Bintang Walk is among the main dining districts in the Golden Triangle, lined with outdoor cafes, specialty shops, restaurants, and clubs. Changkat Bukti Bintang is known for its pre-war colonial buildings that have been transformed into an area for pubs and posh restaurants.

Activities. Tourists will not find it difficult to find something to do in Bukit Bintang with its various shopping malls, cinemas, spas, and massage parlors. Drop by the Berjaya Times Square to see the latest movie in IMAX or visit the Cosmo's World Theme Park with your family and friends. Ampang Superbowl is ready to welcome bowling enthusiasts. Get the best shopping deals in the likes of Sungei Wang Plaza, Pavilion KL, Starhill Gallery, and Berjaya Times Square, where hundreds of retail outlets have whatever it is you are looking for.

Nightlife. The Golden Triangle is also known for its vibrant nightlife – especially in the Changkat Bukit Bintang and Jalan Bukit Bintang areas. Restaurants and bars come to life once the sun goes down to provide entertainment and a place to meet new friends. Karaoke lounges with private rooms and buffet are also in abundance.

The ongoing promo offered by Dorsett Regency Hotel covers all its Deluxe, Deluxe Premier, and Junior Suite rooms. Guests are provided with well-appointed rooms, excellent facilities, and the best of Malaysian hospitality. The hotel houses restaurants, a fitness center, a health club, and an outdoor pool. It makes an ideal relaxation spot after a long day of shopping and exploring. For further information and for online bookings, visit www.dorsettregency-kl.com/ppc.

Experience the Best of Both Worlds at Shah’s Beach Resort

If you want to experience the best of both worlds during your vacation, then Shah’s Beach Resort in Malaysia is a good place to head to. The resort fuses rustic and traditional beachside living with the modern luxuries in a bustling countryside.

All accommodations at Shah’s Beach Resort are designed to give guests a relaxing homey atmosphere, yet are equipped with contemporary comforts for a stress-free stay. All rooms come with coffee/tea makers, air-conditioning, radios, private baths, IDD telephones, and televisions. Other resort conveniences include safe deposit boxes, free parking, free Wi-Fi at the hotel lobby, laundry service, wake-up calls, and room service. Airport transfers and city transfers are also available upon request.

For visitors who want to do more than just lie down and relax, the resort gives them the option to unwind at the resort’s beachfront, poolside, Jacuzzi, private museum or library. Guests can also opt to dine and chill at Serai, the resort’s open-air restaurant which serves both Western and Malacca specialties. Fresh fruit juices and yogurt mixes are also available at the Watson’s refreshing juice bar. Beachside and poolside barbecues are also available.

For special occasions and functions, Shah’s Beach Resort is home to the Balai Sri Tanjong, the resort’s theatre-style conference hall which can accommodate up to 150 people.

For resort inquiries or for direct online reservation, log on to http://www.shahsresort-melaka.com/ppc.

Selangor's One World Hotel Supports Earth Hour

The five-star hotel in Selangor, Malaysia has announced that it it will join the Earth Hour program initiated by the World Wildlife Fund.

On March 28, 2009 at 8:30 pm local time, the entire hotel will will turn off all their lights to do their bit to protect the earth.

Earth Hour is a global initiative that asks people around the world to switch off their lights for an hour in a bid to highlight the need for action in the race against global warming.

For more information on Earth Hour and to sign up to be counted as a participating hotel or resort please visit http://www.earthhour.org

One World Hotel is a 438-room hotel nestled in a prestigious residential enclave. It is ideal for both business and leisure because of its great location and accessibility. One World Hotel is adjoined to 1 Utama Shopping Centre--one of Malaysia's most successful shopping centres--which showcases 600 retail outlets, 2 cinema complexes and a 36-lane bowling alley. Rest and relaxation is a mere 35-minute drive from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) by road and a 15-minute drive away from KL Sentral which is the Express Rail Link (ERL) station to KLIA, that takes 28 minutes.

For more information about this five-star Malaysia hotel, visit http://www.oneworldhotel.com.my

Extend Your Stay at the Mandarin Court Hotel

Site-seeing can be a fun and delightfully distracting activity when you're in Kuala Lumpur. Famous tourist spots such as the Petronas Towers and KLCC, the shopping havens of Bukit Bintang, Berjaya Times Square, Lot 10, and the local Chinatown of Pasar Seni are just some of the must-see places when you're in this vibrant city.

Recognizing the Malaysian capital's lure amongst its visitors, Mandarin Court Hotel has come up with two new promos for their guests this March to encourage a longer stay in Kuala Lumpur. Conveniently located near most of the major tourist destinations in the area, the hotel is an ideal place to relax after a long day of shopping and touring. With its 250 well-appointed rooms and fully-equipped business facilities, it is quite popular with executives on the go and leisure travelers alike.

With Mandarin Court's Family Weekend Package, guests get three (3) days, two (2) nights at RM173++ per night, a complimentary extra bed, a 15% discount voucher for coffee house, complimentary breakfast for two (2) persons with additional breakfast at RM18 nett per person, flexibility on early check-in, and free use of Internet access in the room. With the Executive Long Stay Package on the other hand, guests will get five (5) days, four (4) nights at RM131++ per night, a 15% discount voucher for coffee house, complimentary breakfast for two (2) people, 20% discount on all business center services, flexibility on early check-in, free use of Internet access in the room, free pressing for up to two (2) garments, complimentary newspaper, and extended check-out at 1500 hrs., subject to room availability. Both promos can be availed when reserving the Deluxe Room of the hotel and is valid until March 31, 2009.

For more information on Mandarin Court Hotel and their promo packages for March, visit the hotel's website at http://www.mandarincourthotel.com.my/ and make your reservation online.

Make a pit stop at Hotel Armada this F1 season

Come April, the F1 Malaysian Grand Prix excitement is expected to reach fever pitch as the entire nation gears up for this momentous occasion. Tourists and locals are expected to flock to Penang, where the hyper-modern Sepang International Circuit can be found. Hotel Armada, located in Serangol Darul Ehsan, expects the inevitable influx of people from all corners of the world. It gears up and celebrates this big event by offering discounted rates in all its rooms during the duration of the race.

From the 3rd to the 5th of April 2009, this strategically-located Serangol hotel is offering a special discounted rate on all their rooms. Guests may book the Deluxe Room for only MYR 308.00 a night, the Grand Deluxe for only MYR 310.00, the Junior Suite for only MYR 358.00 and the Executive Suite for only MYR 448.00. Aside from its world class accommodations, guests may also enjoy the different entertainment and dining options Hotel Armada offers.

For a wide range of local and international a la carte menu selections, dine in Utara Coffee House where they serve buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner. It is most famous for its non-stop Marathon Buffet during weekends. For guests who are fans of kopi tiam, Coffee Terrace is the best bet for its kopi tiam-style dishes. When the day draws to a close, unwind in The Merchant Pub, which is famous for having the longest bar counter in town. There is a live band featured nightly, except Sundays. Pool tables are also available for billiard buffs. If your choice of a night cap is somewhere more mellow, then Piano Lounge is just the destination for you. This lounge provides a relaxed ambiance and serves an extensive selection of beverages and snacks. They hold a Happy Hour every Sunday where house pouring brands are sold at half the price.

Hotel Armada's generous offering to F1 fans is for a limited time only and is subject to availability of rooms. To secure your reservation as early as now, visit http://www.armada.com.my/

Enjoy Hotel Midah's recession-friendly rates

Hotel Midah brings the best of Malaysia closer to you. Located in Kuala Lumpur, the country’s business and leisure hub, this business hotel offers both traveling executives and vacationers the perfect base from which to enjoy the city.

The location of this prime hotel is really apt for the demanding business traveler who also wants to get a slice of the leisure pie from time to time. There’s a myriad of things to do for the thirsty travel hound. Midah's Hotel has a scheduled shuttle service, which transits guests to popular tourist attractions such as Chinatown, KLCC, Mid Valley Megamall and Bintang Walk. Whether you decide to while the time away doing nothing or doing everything, rest assured that you are at the hub of Kuala Lumpur's thriving commercial district.

What better time to take a break than now with the hotel's discounted offers on all its rooms and suites? Book the Deluxe Room for only MYR 135, the Premier Deluxe Room at MYR 215, the Premier Club Room at MYR 235 and the Premier Suite at MYR 300. All accommodations are furnished with modern comforts like a satellite TV, private bath & shower, and mini-bar. These rates can be availed if guests book for a minimum of ten nights and a maximum of twenty nights. This promo is valid until the 28th of December 2009. Offer is on a first-come, first-served basis. Secure your reservation online at http://www.hotelmidah-kualalumpur.com/ppc/

Bukit Bintang: A Shopper's Heaven

Shopaholics fancying a shopping spree while visiting Kuala Lumpur would want to give the Bukit Bintang Golden Triangle area a visit. The place is actually a large area that is outlined by three main roads: Jalan Imbi, Jalan Sultan Ismail, and Jalan Raja Chulan, where a variety of stores that suit every taste and budget can be found. Popular destinations such as the Berjaya Times Square, the Kuala Lumpur Plaza, Sungei Wang Plaza, Lot 10, Low Yat Plaza, and of course, the Bukit Bintang Plaza (more popularly known simply as BB Plaza) offer a wide range of both high-end and budget-friendly merchandise that would attract avid shoppers easily. Whether it's clothes, accessories, or electronic gadgets, one is sure to find what they are looking for at the Golden Triangle. Aside from the numerous stores, the area is also littered with restaurants, entertainment hubs, and city attractions that keep the place vibrant and exciting for its visitors.

Conveniently, several hotels are also located just a few meters away from these shopping havens, making it easy for weary shoppers to take a break and relax. Dorsett Regency Hotel for example, is situated on the Jalan Imbi Road and is just meters away from the Golden Triangle, making it an ideal place to stay. Incidentally, this Kuala Lumpur hotel is currently offering their Deluxe Hottest Deal promo to their guests, providing discounts and other treats to those that make reservations of the Deluxe accommodation at the hotel.

With Dorsett Regency Hotel's Deluxe Hottest Deal promo, guests are given food and beverage credit worth RM100.00 redeemable during their stay, 20% discount on laundry or pressing, and 50% discount on other food and beverage items excluding alcoholic drinks when they reserve a Deluxe accommodation at the hotel. The promo also provides welcome drinks for two (2) persons and the option to upgrade their reservation for free to Deluxe Premier for a minimum of three (3) nights' stay. Strictly no cancellation is allowed however, once guests have decided on their reservation choice.

For more information on Dorsett Regency Hotel and their new Deluxe Hottest Deal promo, visit http://www.dorsettregency-kl.com/ppc/ where you can make direct reservations through their online reservations system.

Maytower Hotel's La Maison Restaurant Observes Yee Sang Tradition

La Maison, the in-house restaurant at Maytower Hotel and Serviced Apartment, unveils its Yee Sang Promotion as the whole of Malaysia ushers in the Year of the Ox. The offer, complimentary to the KL hotel’s ongoing Room Package Deals, will last from 15 January to 10 February 2009.

Yee Sang for Good Luck

What exactly is the significance of Yee Sang and why is it so popular among Chinese-based cultures? Yee Sang, also called ‘Yusheng’ or ‘Yuu Sang,’ is a salad dish that is prepared for good luck in Chinese New Year feasts. The salad meal is a delectable mixture of thin vegetable strips, raw fish, and various sauces. Its origins could be traced to the fishermen of ancient China, who are said to have feasted on their catches every seventh day following the New Year.

Migrants are said to have adapted the tradition and brought it to Southeast Asia. In 1964, Lai Wah Restaurant master chef Than Mui Kai is said to have first served the Yee Sang as it is known today in Chinese and Southeast Asian cultures. The practice of preparing and eating Yee Sang is mostly prevalent among the Chinese families in Malaysia and Singapore. Indonesia and Vietnam have their own versions of the appetizer.

Yee Sang is a colorful salad because of the various vegetables prepared to make the salad. Green papaya, carrots, turnip, jicama, daikon, yam, ginger, cabbage, and cucumber are among the most commonly used vegetables to make Yee Sang.

The vegetable strips are arranged artfully around the plate then raw fish, usually a salmon, is placed in the center. Sauces and condiments are then poured while garnishes like wanton skin and shrimp crackers could also be added.

Yee Sang not only symbolizes good luck, it also stands for prosperity, vigor, and abundance. Businessmen and families start their Chinese New Year feast by mixing the salad together in one plate using chopsticks. The tossing practice is known as Lo Hei. Not many kids like Yee Sang but adults love the dish.

This year, the practice of Yee Sang carries on as people continue to hope for a more fruitful year. Malaysia is one of the most enthusiastic celebrators of the Chinese New Year, many of its inhabitants coming of Chinese descent.

The La Maison Restaurant in Maytower Hotel offers the best Yee Sang salad meals for only MYR 68 and MYR 88, for half and full meal servings, respectively. Visit the hotel website, http://www.maytower.com.my, for more details about the Yee Sang promo and the room package deals.

KL’s Olympic Hotel Joins in Chinese New Year Celebrations

Book your Kuala Lumpur accommodation at Olympic Hotel and witness the excitement of the city’s Chinese New Year celebrations. The KL hotel stands right in the midst of Chinatown, also known as Jalan Petaling in Malay and Chi-Cheong-Kai in Cantonese.

See the excitement as the city comes to life. Relatives from other provinces usually reunite with their families at this time of the year. Shoppers hype up their enthusiasm in haggling with city traders, local shops offer special bargains, and establishments hold Lion Dances and special events to be enjoyed by locals and foreign tourists. Anyone will surely find the festive mood contagious.

Olympic Hotel is currently offering special promotion rates, offering you front seats in witnessing the most important event for the Chinese population. Kuala Lumpur is one with the whole country in marking the Chinese New Year festivities - the city being a melting pot of Malay, Indian, Chinese, and other cultures.

In time for the 15-day festival, suites at the Kuala Lumpur hotel now start at MYR 76.52++. Experience the comfort and luxury of Olympic Hotel accommodations - Superior King, Superior Twin, Superior Triple, Deluxe Twin, Deluxe King, and Family – at affordable rates.

The hotel in KL promises a cozy refuge for guests after a whole day of excitement exploring Chinatown stalls and shopping for clothes, local food, and other cheap goods. It also makes an ideal place of stay for business travelers as much as holidaymakers.

Stay at Olympic Hotel until 31 March 2009 and avail of the special rates. For more information, see the official website at http://www.olympichotel-kualalumpur.com. The direct reservations system allows easy access to room availability and offer instant confirmation.

Celebrate Chinese New Year at Dorsett Regency Hotel

Whether you’re Chinese or just someone who appreciates Chinese culture, whether you’re in China or in some other part of the world—there is no doubt that the passing of a lunar year to another is a well-observed event. Those who celebrate the Chinese New Year look forward to “Prosperity through Fortitude” in the Year of the Ox. What better way to usher this in than getting the best deals while enjoying abundance at the same time? Dorsett Regency Hotel in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia gives the best deal this month as people all over the world celebrate Chinese New Year.

Herald the Year of the Ox with lots of good fortune and Dorsett Regency Hotel’s Chinese New Year package for only RM338.00++. The package is good for two guests and includes an array of delectable buffet breakfast, a choice between a Chinese New Year lunch or dinner and a CNY goodies gift pack. To make the lunar spirit merrier, Dorsett Regency Hotel also gives its guests a CNY Red Packet (which includes food and beverage credit worth RM88.00, a discount on the rooms and a complimentary breakfast for 1 person). Those who will avail of the special package can also get a 20% discount on laundry and pressing services and an additional breakfast meal for a special rate of only RM20.00++ per person. This special package is available from 25 January to 2 February 2009.

Enjoy the colorful Chinese New Year celebrations even while in Malaysia and book now at http://www.dorsettregency-kl.com/ppc/

The ZON Kuala Lumpur Hotel Offers New Package Promos this New Year

Some good surprises await guests that make a reservation at The ZON All Suites Residences on the Park Kuala Lumpur Hotel in Malaysia this 2009. The hotel is offering three new promos that encourage guests to enjoy and see more of Malaysia during their stay.

The Family Package promo offers two days, one night’s stay for those who will reserve any of the hotel’s 1 and 2-Bedroom Superior Suites for RM 290.00 and RM 480.00. The R & R (Rest & Relax) Package on the other hand, offers three days, two nights’ stay at the 1 and 2-Bedroom Deluxe Suites which rate at RM 700.00 and RM 850.00 respectively. Both packages grant guests 20% discounts on food at the ZON’s Terracotta Restaurant and on tickets to Aquaria KLCC. These promos are valid from January 1 to December 31, 2009.

Aside from the Family and R & R Packages, the ZON Hotel is also offering guests one night free on their next visit when they stay two consecutive nights at any of the hotel’s suites. This promo runs from January 19 to March 6, 2009 and is not applicable for existing packages.

The ZON All Suites Residences on the Park Kuala Lumpur Hotel in Malaysia is located in the business district of Kuala Lumpur, along the same road as the Embassy Row, Government offices and the Malaysian Tourism Information Centre (MATIC), making it an ideal sanctuary for the weary business traveler. This Kuala Lumpur hotel offers a selection of modern apartments that are all designed to have the comforts of home. With choices ranging from one to two-bedroom apartments that come complete with separate lounge and bedroom areas as well as kitchen facilities, guests will find it easy to relax and enjoy their stay. Facilities include a gym and swimming pool for the fitness-conscious, while diners can go to the hotel’s Terracotta Restaurant which offers local and international cuisine within a cosy setting.

For more information on the ZON Kuala Lumpur Hotel and their new package promos, visit their official website.