AirAsia offers KLIA Express train KLIA2 ticket + earn AirAsia big points

AirAsia travellers can book discounted KLIA / KLIA2 Ekspres ticket train fares at AirAsia’s website airasia.com. The new partnership with Express Rail Link allows AirAsia passengers travelling on the world’s best low-cost airline for the 9th year to enjoy maximum value for on-ground and flight transportation.

KLIA Ekspres is Kuala Lumpur’s fastest airport transfer to KL city in Malaysia, just 33 minutes journey between KL Sentral and KLIA2, offering travellers a fast, safe and reliable airport to city transfer.

 

AirAsia KLIA Ekspres tickets price offer is only RM48 for one-way/RM88 return trip, KLIA Ekspres child fares (two to 12 years old) at RM22 one-way/RM40 return trip, compared to the usual KLIA Express price RM55/RM100.

Book AirAsia KLIA Ekspres tickets under Manage My Booking page on airasia.com. AirAsia BIG members will earn 100 BIG points with purchase of KLIA Ekspres One-way Adult ticket and 200 BIG points for Return Adult ticket, with travel dates up to 6 months in advance, only available from now until 20th October 2017.

KL TravelPass Ticket KLIA, KLIA2 Airport to Kuala Lumpur Sentral Malaysia

KL TravelPass offers travellers airport transfers from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and KLIA2 on KLIA Ekspres high-speed train to KL Sentral, Kuala Lumpur City centre and Klang Valley, to connect Malaysia rail network - MRT, LRT and Monorail, Rapid KL buses and KTM Komuter rail services.

Similarly to London Heathrow Express Train Tickets and Oyster Card, Hong Kong Airport Express Travel Pass and Octopus Card, the integrated transport  KL TravelPass card with TouchnGo, provides tourists and locals a seamless travel experience on rail network around Kuala Lumpur city tourists attractions, surrounding suburbs as well as to pay for purchases at selected retail, food and beverages outlets.

Developed by Prasarana Malaysia Berhad and Express Rail Link Sdn Bhd, the KL TravelPass was launched by Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department, YB Dato’ Sri Hajah Nancy Shukri, Executive Chairman of ERL, YBhg. Tan Sri Mohd Nadzmi Mohd Salleh; Chief Executive Officer of Suruhanjaya Pengangkutan Awam Darat, Azharuddin Mat Sah; Chief Executive Officer of Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd, YBhg Dato’ Ir. Zohari Sulaiman and Chief Executive Officer of ERL, Noormah Mohd Noor. 

 

Prasarana Malaysia Berhad is the operator for Kuala Lumpur LRT (three networks),  KL MRT, KL Monorail including bus services of Rapid KL, Rapid Penang, Rapid Kuantan and Rapid Kamunting.

Express Rail Link operates KLIA Ekspres and KLIA Transit high-speed train services connecting Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA & KLIA2) and the city. The non-stop 57-km journey on KLIA Ekspres between KL Sentral and KLIA takes only 28 minutes. Passengers can also take a 3-minute ride between KLIA2 and KLIA. The KLIA Transit service stops at three intermediate stations Bandar Tasik Selatan, Putrajaya & Cyberjaya and Salak Tinggi.

 

The KL TravelPass airport transfer card is available for sale at KLIA Ekspres Ticket Counters in KLIA, KLIA2 and Departure Hall, KL Sentral and priced at RM70 for single trip and RM115 for return trips  (A 6% GST charge of RM0.30 is applicable on the card price of RM5), inclusive of two days of unlimited rides on KL MRT, LRT and monorail. For travelling on Rapid KL buses and KTM Komuter rail services or to pay for purchases, simply add cash value to the KL TravelPass.

MALAYSIA YEAR END SALE 2016 - Shopping at KLCC | Pavilion | Isetan Lot 10 | Sungai Wang | Designer Outlets

1Malaysia year end sale 2016 offers Designer wear discounts from Kuala Lumpur KLIA Sepang Mitsui outlet to Melaka Freeport A’Famosa Outlet, Alor Gajah and Design Village Outlet Mall, Penang, fashionistas will enjoy huge savings from designer brands from Givenchy, Prada, Fendi, Moschino, Versace, Viktor & Rolf to high street labels like Mango, Esprit, Levis' , Guess, Geox, Renoma, Adidas, Puma, Nike and more.

 

 

Deputy Minister of Tourism and Culture Malaysia Datuk Mas Ermieyati Samsudin officially launched 1Malaysia year end sale 2016 at Freeport Melaka A’Famosa Outlet, Alor Gajah  together with Exco and State Representative from Melaka, Miss Shophia Shopping Secretariat, tourism industry players and retailers.

 

 

 

Tourism Malaysia invited 32 key foreign media from Brunei Darussalam, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Republic of Mauritius, Singapore and Thailand to experience Tourism   Experiential Shopping packages that enable shoppers to go on a shopping spree while enjoying Malaysia’s best cuisines, entertainment, leisure activities or visiting Malaysia tourist landmarks near Kuala Lumpur shopping malls.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is the World’s 5th Best Shopping Destination 2016 as voted by Expedia UK and  2nd World’s Top Shopping City based on the Muslim Travel Shopping Index 2015.

 

 

Malaysia is the ultimate Shopping one stop destination for all shoppers to experience Malaysia Tourism  Experiential Shopping packages, explore Malaysia tourist attractions, enjoy Malaysia best cuisines and more. Most of the major shopping malls in Malaysia offers tourists privilege cards and rewards redemption for shopping.

Shoppers and tourists will be excited by Malaysia Kuala Lumpur new shopping centres in Bukit Bintang like Pavilion Elite with Malaysia first COS store by H&M, LEGO Certified store with Pick-A-Brick Wall, Isetan Mitsukoshi concept store at Lot 10 - the very first Isetan concept shop outside Japan and Da Men Mall in Subang Jaya.

 

 

Malaysia offers Duty free shopping at designer factory outlets including Johor Premium Outlet, Freeport A’Famosa Outlet Melaka,  Mitsui Outlet Park KLIA Sepang, Genting Premium Outlets in Genting Highlands, Pahang and  Design Village Outlet Mall Penang.

 

 

Malaysia Shopping malls have  lined up exciting entertainment events that promises lots of fun and adventure for shoppers to enjoy with their friends and families during Malaysia National Sales, Mega sale carnival and year end sale.

 

Freeport A’Famosa Outlet Melaka, Malaysia www.fao.com.my

Freeport A’Famosa Outlet Melaka is a  Dutch theme heritage designed shopping outlet offering 100 international brands at up to 80% off. On weekends, watch the buskers entertain the shoppers as they wander through its extensive grounds with discount outlets retailing brands like Samsonite, Elle, Esprit, Crocs, Li Ning sportswear, Puma and Sembonia.

 

Suria KLCC Shopping Mall www.suriaklcc.com.my

Suria KLCC Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur with the iconic PETRONAS Towers is a top attraction for all visitors and tourists with award winning Mandarin Oriental Hotel and Traders Hotel in close vincity. Shop at Chanel, Dior Homme, Dolce & Gabbana, Alexander McQueen, Giorgio Armani, Harrods, Farah Khan - brands exclusive to Suria KLCC.

 

Surf n Turf King Prawns with Tenderloin Steak, The Apartment Restaurant, Suria KLCC, KL, Malaysia

 Pavilion KL, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur www.pavilion-kl.com 

Pavilion Elite Kuala Lumpur and Pavilion Shopping mall at Bukit Bintang offers luxury brands to high street brands, wide selection of restaurants and Pavilion Golden Cinema for entertainment and leisure. Winner of 34 local and international best retail awards, shop at Pavilion for exclusive brands like Cartier, Balenciaga, Loewe, MCM, Bao Bao Issey Miyake, Manolo Blahnik and Roger Vivier, COS and LEGO Certified store with Pick-A-Brick Wall.

 

Authentic Malaysia cuisine at Serai Restaurant, Pavilion KL, Malaysia

 

Fahrenheit 88 Shopping www.Fahrenheit88.com

Fahrenheit 88 offers great style for less. Shop at Shoopen, South Korea's No. 1 fast fashion shoes, bags and accessories brand, Shoes  Gallery by Parkson, Uniqlo flagship store and Brands Outlet for great value.

 

 

Isetan The Japan Store, Lot 10 Shopping Centre, Bukit Bintang http://thejapanstore.mistore.jp/my

Isetan Malaysia Lot 10 recently unveiled the very first concept store outside Japan in the heart of Kuala Lumpur paying homage to Japanese fashion, food, beauty & home, arts & culture, academy and events.

Yohji Yamamoto, Commes des garcons, Porter International Bags, Mastermind Japan, G-Shock, Seiko are some of the popular fashion brands and the basement level is dedicated to Japan dining from sushi, sashimi, tempura, handmade ramen, soba to soft fluffy Japanese bread and desserts.

 

 

Sungai Wang Plaza, Kuala Lumpur www.sungaiwang.com

Sungai Wang Shopping centre is conveniently connected to AirAsia Bukit Bunting Monorail station and MRT direct access in 2017.  Shop at Sungai Wang with your whole family with its pocket friendly prices for great value in Bukit Bintang with one of the best money changer rates in Kuala Lumpur.

 

Malaysia Street Food, Foodzania Food Truck concept, Sungai Wang Plaza KL, Malaysia

Sungai Wang cultural street showcases Karyaneka, Malaysia handicrafts like authentic silver craft, batik , Malaysian products, souvenirs and gifts at Concourse level, affordable fashion trends, pampering services from facials, hair services, manicure and pedicure, toys, comics and hobbies street, FoodZania food trucks concept and more.

 

LOGO Flagship Store at Evolve Concept Mall www.logo-my.com 

LOGO designer outlet is the ultimate fashion store with a curated selection of more than 500 international authentic designer fashion label with apparel, bags, shoes and accessories for Women, Mens and Kids. Located at Evolve Concept Mall, next to Ara Damasara LRT, LOGO keeps your day busy with its massive selection of seasonal designer fashion at attractive discounts. Take your picks from Givenchy, Fendi, Prada, Gucci, Isabel Marant, Michael Kors, Marc Jacobs Men, Peter Pilotto, Viktor & Rolf to name a few.

 

 

Mitsui Outlet Park KLIA Sepang www.mitsuioutletparkklia.com.my

Mitsui Outlet near KLIA Airport offers  Japanese Art, Culture, Music and Culinary Delights at Japanese Specialty Store (Japan Avenue) as well as  international and local brands selections at attractive discounts. Popular brands include Bally, DVF, Ermenegildo Zegna, Hugo Boss, Moschino, Porsche, SuperDry, Mango outlet, Guess collection, Esprit, Timberland, FJ Benjamin, outlet by Club21.

 

 

Mitsui Outlet guest services includes flight check in kiosks, website check in services, flight information display system, free shuttle bus services to and from KLIA and KLIA2 and free baggage storage to ensure a hassle free shopping experience.

 

Visit Malaysia now to experience the extensive tourism offerings, enjoy great savings shopping in Kuala Lumpur and beyond during 1Malaysia Year End Sale 2016 where participating retailers and malls entice shoppers with attractive bargains and exciting reward programmes from now till 31 December.

L'Oreal Malaysia Luxury Beauty Sale | KL, Berjaya Times Square

L'Oreal Malaysia Luxury Family & Friends Beauty Fragrance Sale offering Yves St Laurent, Giorgio Armani, Ralph Lauren, Viktor & Rolf, Biotherm and Clarisonic will be held at Berjaya Times Square, second floor east, Kuala Lumpur on September 30th and October 1st (Friday and Saturday) from 10.30am - 9.30pm.

 

 

Present the mailer to receive an additional 10% savings. Goods sold are not refundable or exchangeable and are limited to 5 pieces per item per person. Handbags, pouches, carrier bags or any form of bags will not be allowed in the sales location. Happy Shopping ! 

 

Visit Trengganu 2017 Attractions | Heritage | Cultural | Local Food Cuisine | Hotels Resorts Homestay showcase

Visit Beautiful Trengganu 2016/ 2017 Tourists Attractions,  island hopping Perhentian Island, Redang beach and Pulau Tenggol, Hotels Resorts Homestay accommodation, Heritage,  Culture, local arts and crafts, traditional Malay Food Cuisine showcase of Malaysia’s east coast state at Plaza Angsana Mall, Johor Bahru.

Chief Minister of Terengganu YAB Dato’ Seri Haji Ahmad Razif Abdul Rahman, Chairman of the State Tourism and Culture  YB Dato' Haji Mohd Jidin Bin Shafee, State Tourism, Domestic Trade and Consumerism Datuk Tee Siew Kiong and Director General Of Tourism Malaysia Dato'Mirza Mohd Taiyab were among the VIPs who officiated Beautiful Trengganu 2016 showcase.

Renown for beautiful scenic islands, pristine beaches, scuba diving, rich cultural history, art crafts and tantalizing traditional cuisine, Terengganu welcomes travellers, offering over 300 hotels, resorts and homestays to experience the uniqueness of Trengganu.

Terengganu tax free island, Pulau Bayas tax free zone in Tasik Kenyir is targeted to be fully operational in September 2016.

Beautiful Trengganu 2016 showcase at Plaza Angsana Mall tentage parking areas from March 23-27 , 10am to 10pm daily, consists of Tourism Trade Fair focusing on Hotels resorts homestays, eco and sport tourism, Trengganu cuisines kitchen offering traditional local food like Nasi Dagang, Keropok Lekor, Otak-Otak, Pulut Lepa, Ketupat Sotong  and Consumer show with Trengganu small and medium entrepreneurs from food, agriculture like melon fruits and rice to heritage crafts and textiles like batik and songket.

Malaysia e-Visa China Tourists exemption | Shila Amzah Malaysia’s Tourism Ambassador in China appointment

Malaysia e-Visa programme and visa exemption by the Malaysian government for China tourists was officially launched by the Minister of Tourism and Culture Malaysia Dato’ Seri Mohamed Nazri Abdul Aziz.

Malaysia e-Visa system will be carried out in three phases starting with Chinese nationals residing in Mainland China, followed by the second phase for Chinese nationals residing outside Mainland China and the final phase which incorporates other countries like India, Myanmar, Nepal and Sri Lanka.

Chinese tourists could submit their application with relevant documents for Malaysia e-Visa at https://www.windowmalaysia.my/evisa the official website for Malaysian e-Visa application. A processing fee of USD25 (RM128/200 yuan) applies and upon visa approval, print the Malaysia e-visa at their convenience.

The Malaysia e-Visa is for visitors travelling and visiting relatives and friends in Malaysia and limited to 30 days for a single entry to Malaysia within three months from the date of issuance of the e-Visa.

Visa-free entry is available for Chinese tourists staying in Malaysia for a period not exceeding 15 days, subject to conditions from 1 March to 31 December 2016

Dato’ Seri Mohamed Nazri also announced the appointment of Shila Amzah, Malaysian singer-songwriter, actress, record producer and winner of Asian Wave, a Chinese reality singing talent show as Malaysia’s Tourism Ambassador in China.

The Tourism Ambassador Programme is an initiative by the Ministry of Tourism and Culture through Tourism Malaysia to engage prominent, well-established and influential Malaysians in various fields to promote the country.

Malaysia Super Sale 2016 | Miss SHOPhia Shopping Icon Launch in Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia National Sales 2016 Grand Launch of 1Malaysia Super Sale (1st-31st March), 1Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival (15th June - 31st August) and 1Malaysia Year-End Sale (1st Nov -31st December) was officiated by the Deputy Minister of Tourism and Culture Datuk Mas Ermieyati Samsudin at Nu Sentral, Kuala Lumpur in the presence of tourism industry players, retailers and Tourism Malaysia’s Mega FAM programme international media and travel agents participants from Singapore, Brunei, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Philippines, Seychelles, Sudan, Thailand and Vietnam.

Malaysia is an award winning shopping destination and secured the second top position in the Muslim Travel Shopping Index for the category of the Best Shopping Destination 2015 for Muslims in the OIC Destination.  

Kuala Lumpur  - Best shopping destination in Southeast Asia and among the top in Asia.

Malaysia's capital city, Kuala Lumpur is the best shopping destination in Southeast Asia and among the top in Asia. Expedia UK named Kuala Lumpur as top 5 in shopping destination for 2016. CNN ranked Kuala Lumpur as the world’s 4th Best Shopping City, after New York, Tokyo and London for two consecutive years – 2012 and 2013. Globe Shopper Index ranked Kuala Lumpur as the 2nd Best Shopping Destination in Asia Pacific in 2012.

Tourism Malaysia’s new Shopping Malaysia Maps with directional details around major shopping hubs in the country are shoppers must have. Four separate maps covering the shopping precincts of Kuala Lumpur, Selangor and Putrajaya, Penang, Johor & Melaka and Sabah & Sarawak included various places of interest for tourists to visit complete with a list of Malaysia Shopping malls.

Malaysia Miss SHOPhia Shopping Icon

Malaysia’s Tourist Refund Scheme information can be found in Tourism Malaysia Shopping Malaysia Maps. A step-by-step guide is given to help tourists claim GST refund of 6 per cent on shopping spend of at least RM300, including GST in a single invoice or receipt. 

Malaysia Tax Refund validation counters are located at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and KLIA 2 plus airports in Subang, Kuantan, Senai, Kuching and Kota Kinabalu where approved refund agents are available to help tourists with their GST refund claims.

Malaysia Super Sale 2016 fringe activity, Tourism Malaysia Shopping Hunt 2016 was flagged off by Tourism Malaysia’s Director General, YBHg. Datuk Seri Mirza Mohammad Taiyab and shopping mall representatives at Malaysia Tourism Center in Jalan Ampang.

Tourism Malaysia Mega FAM participants visited Kuala Lumpur shopping belts by rapid LRT trains and monorails to :-

1) Kuala Lumpur city center shopping malls : KLCC to Bukit Bintang starting from Suria KLCC, Avenue K, Pavilion KL, Starhill Gallery, Fahrenheit88, Lot 10, Sungei Wang Plaza, Berjaya Times Square and Nu Sentral in KL Sentral.

2) Kuala Lumpur shopping districts : Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman where Quill City Mall, Sogo, Jakel Mall and local stores beckons, Central Market (Pasar Seni) and Sunway Putra Mall at Putra World Trade.

Malaysia Miss SHOPhia Shopping Icon and shopping slogan “Super Bargains, Fantastic Experiences” was unveiled at Malaysia National Sales Grand Launch  2016.

Miss SHOPhia will be featured in international and domestic shopping campaigns, videos and television commercials plus shopping and food blog where she shares the best deals and bargains in Malaysia. Like facebook.com/missshophia, Instagram : @miss_shophia Twitter: missshophia for more Tourism Malaysia Shopping news.

MALAYSIA DEEPAVALI OPEN HOUSE 2015 KEDAH CELEBATION WITH NAJIB,MALAYSIA PRIME MINISTER

Malaysia Prime Minister, Dato’ Seri Mohd. Najib Tun Abdul Razak and wife, Datin Paduka Seri Rosmah Manson officiated Malaysia Deepavali Open House 2015 dinner at Padang Awam Kulim, Kedah to celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights with Malaysia Hindu community after the annual MIC Deepavali open house ceremony at the Batu Caves temple, Gombak in the morning.

 

Malaysia National Open House for Deepavali 2015 was organised by the Ministry of Tourism and Culture and Kedah State Government in the heritage, cultural and eco state of Kedah, renowned for the picturesque  Zahir Mosque in Alor Star, one of the oldest and most beautiful mosque in Malaysia to  Sedim Kulim tree top walks, world's longest canopy walk at 950 metres  and the recently discovered archaeological site Sungai Batu Petani, believed to be the oldest civilisation in Southeast Asia with relic artefacts over 1,900 years old (110 AD).

Prime Minister Najib wished all Malaysia Hindu Community a very Happy Deepavali as local Hindu dancers fronted the Deepavali Open House celebrations with popular Indian artistes, singers and comedians like Datuk David Arumugam, Iwal AF,  MGR Suresh, Rajini Suresh, Sathia, Shamimi, Sivakumar, Vivek Chakrasonic and William entertained  the cheery Malaysians crowd and tourists.

The 152  invited international  media and travel agents from  Australia, Azerbaijan, Brunei, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iran, Korea, Laos, Philippines, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka, Singapore, South Africa, Thailand, USA and Vietnam witness the grand celebration and feast of traditional Indian food, curries and snacks like muruki with local Kedah sweets.

The preparation of muruku by Prime Minister Najib and wife Rosmah , together with a strong team of 450 participants for Malaysia Deepavali Open House 2015 was awarded an entry in Malaysia Book of Records.

 

 

Prime Minister  Najib Tun and wife Rosmah Mansor, alongside with Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia, Dr. Ahmad Zahid bin Hamidi; Kedah state Chief Minister, Paduka Hj. Mukhriz Tun Mahathir; Minister of Health, Dr. Subramaniam K.V. Sathasivam; Minister of Tourism and Culture, Mohamed Nazri bin Tan Sri Abdul Aziz； and Deputy Minister of Tourism and Culture, Hajah Mas Ermieyati bin Samsudin graced 1Malaysia Deepavali Open House 2015 and a spectacular    fireworks display ended the Diwali festive night on  a high note.

 

 

Experience Malaysia Open House festive celebrations throughout the year when you travel to Malaysia for holidays. For more information, visit http://www.tourismmalaysia.gov.my,  www.facebook.com/friendofmalaysia; twitter.com/tourismmalaysia and blog.tourism.gov.my for calendar of Malaysia events to make your holidays more memorable.

1MALAYSIA DEEPAVALI OPEN HOUSE 2013 | PRIME MINISTER NAJIB CELEBRATES FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS WITH THOUSANDS OF TOURISTS & LOCALS

Malaysia Prime Minister,  Umno president and Barisan Nasional chairman Dato Seri Najib Tun  Razak together with his wife Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor graced 1Malaysia Deepavali  National Open House 2013, organized by the Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia with Johor State Government  to celebrate the true colours of 1 Malaysia Deepavali Festival.

Celebrated by Hindus all over the world, 1Malaysia Deepavali Open House 2013 for Malaysia’s Hindus community's reconnection to life and celebration of inner lights, spread goodwill, peace, harmony, give thanks for life and achievements are observed with family and friends gatherings, open house tradition with Indian delicacies like murukku and thosai for Festival Of Lights.

Malaysia Deepavali Festival of lights celebration was kicked off by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak, Deputy Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin and Malaysian Indian Congress President Datuk Seri G. Palanivel at Batu Caves temple complex in Kuala Lumpur on November 2nd and  celebration activities continued across Ipoh, Malacca, Johor Bahru and Kuching.

The 1Malaysia spirit is strengthen further with the hosting of National Open Houses like Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Deepavali, Chinese New Year, Christmas,  Tadau Kaamatan and Gawai Dayaks as it enriches the bonding unity, understanding and appreciating the rich Malaysia arts and heritage.

Held at Dataran Bandaraya Johor Bahru, Malaysia Prime Minister Dato Seri Najib Tun  Razak and his wife Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor, The Menteri Besar of Johor,  Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin and wife, Datin Seri Rosin Omar, Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, MIC President, Dato Seri G.Palamivel and wife, Datin Seri Kanagam Ramanujamn and Minister of Tourism and Culture Dato Seri Mohamad Nadzri Abdul Aziz were present.

Malaysian hip hop artist, Chakra sonic, Shruthi, Shamila Sivagura, Rahmat mega, Nassier Wahab performance and Temple of Fine arts showcased the exquisite Indian dance moves and guests enjoyed the 1Malaysia Deepavali Open House 2013 carnival and activities.

*All photographs are taken with Nikon D5200 with Nikkor 18-300 mn lens, courtesy of Nikon Singapore

Deepavali Open House 1Malaysia 2013 official ceremony was graced by Malaysia Prime Minister,  Umno president and Barisan Nasional chairman Dato Seri Najib Tun  Razak and his wife Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor opened the grand festivity with spurts of fireworks, special Indian and Malay dinner and dazzling fireworks display,  commendatory the richness of  Malaysia’s multicultural community for thousands of tourists, locals and media representatives around the world who attended the celebration.

KOTA BHARU KELANTAN HOLIDAY TRAVEL BY FIREFLY AIRLINES – TOP 10 ATTRACTIONS/ FOOD/CULTURAL GUIDE MUST DO HIT LIST

Kota Bharu, the capital of Kelantan is renowned as the Cradle of Malay Culture for  its rich heritage, scenic costal idyllic pristine beach hotel resorts, rustic fishing villages and padi fields, Islamic culture, preserved architecture,  traditional art handicrafts and delicious local Malay food.

Visit Kelantan, the city of culture for a genuine Malay traditional heritage experience with old world charm amid modern postcard pretty beach villas spa resorts that touches your mind, body and soul.

The Kelantan Culture Complex (Gelanggang Seni) is the perfect place to watch local heritage activities like Wau Bulan (giant moon kite) making and flying, Gasing (giant top spinning), performances like rebana ubi (giant drums), Malay music, wayang kulit (shadow puppet play) and silat.

Kota Bharu Handicraft Village and Craft Museum (Balai Getam Guri) is a one stop attraction developed by the Kelantan government in the heart of the city to showcase the traditional cottage industries.

Famous for their traditional artisan skills, Kelantanese pride themselves in hand painted batik,  songket weaving with gold and silver threads, traditional embroidery, kite making , silverware crafting, wood carving, mengkuang weaving and unique Kelantan food.

Tour Kelantan and experience a rustic holiday with BeauteRunway.Com Kota Bharu City of Culture Guide Top 10 Must Do Hit List.

1. Islamic Mosques and Architecture

Masjid Kampung Laut Kelantan is the oldest mosque in Malaysia, located at Kampung Nilam Puri, near Kota Bharu River.   Built in the 18th century, the amazing architecture design was created with cengal timber and without any use of nails, modelled after  the Demak Mosque and Peringgit Mosque in Java.

Beijing Mosque Kelantan otherwise known as Sultan Ismail Petra Silver Jubilee Mosque was inspired by Niujie Mosque in Beijing, China. Located at Rantau Panjang, the exquisite Chinese green tiles, red and white designed mosque looks majestic and picturesque.

2. Istana Balai Besar, Istana Jahar and Sultan Ismail Petra Arch.

Known as the Palace with Great Hall,  Istana Balai Besar was built in the early 1840. Commissioned by Sultan Muhammad, the regal palace was built using premium timber and showcased the intricate Kelantan woodcraving. One of Malaysia’s oldest royal palaces, it is the official venue for the royal ceremonies and rites.

Tourists are seen aplenty posing by the Istana Balai Besar palace gates, Istana Jahar –  the Museum of Royal Traditions and customs as well as Petra Arch, built to commemorate Kota Bahru as a cultural city.

3. Thai Buddhist Temples - Wat Photivihan Reclining Buddha, Wat Machimmaram Sitting Buddha, Wat Phothikyan Standing Buddha and Wat Mai Suwan Khiri Dragon Boat and Standing Buddha

With its close proximity to Thailand, Wat (temples) have a significant presence in Kelantan.

Wat Photivihan  is home to Asia’s longest Reclining Buddha statue at 40 metre and Wat Machimmaram houses the biggest Sitting Buddha . The Wat Phothikyan Standing Buddha in Kampung Balai at 100ft is the tallest in South-East Asia while Wat Mai Suwan  with the beautiful Dragon Boat Temple and the Standing Buddha are also popular with the locals and tourists.

4.  Wood Craving -  Kandis Resource Centre, Museum and Gallery in Bachok, Kelantan

Kandis Resource Centre is a treasure cove of refined Malay wood carvings, ship models, keris and other artefacts by the late master wood carver Nik Rashiddin Nik Hussein.

The 185-year old traditional Malay wooden house was restored as a museum and gallery to showcase Malay culture and traditions, Kelantanese wood carving, Islamic features, traditional motifs,flora and foliate designs.

Funded by the Kelantan State government and the Ministry of Culture, Arts and Heritage, The Kandis Resource conducts carving workshops, talks and tours for visitors, artists and arts lovers.

5.  Eco-tourism  - Gunung Stong, Jelawang Fall, Kuala Koh National Park

Eco-adventure lovers will find joy in watching sunrise, visiting Jelawang Waterfall where the breath-taking seven tiered waterfall is the highest in South East Asia or snapping a photo of Rafflesia, the world’s biggest flower, all while trekking at Gunung Stong.

Explore the fauna and flora in Kuala Koh National Park, go kayaking or talk a walk through on the 300m high canopy walkway for an eco-experience.

Watch fireflies in Kelantan while you take a boat ride down the mangrove swamp river at night.

6.  Batik Painting – Kelantan Traditional Craft

Using techniques like block, screen and wading, Kelantan beautiful traditional batik cloth are handmade. Each design are drawn, hand painted stroke by stroke to form gorgeous unique elegant  designs for a fashionable statement.

Nordin Batik’s Boutique is the largest batik atelier  and retail store in Kota Bharu with beautiful flora, butterflies and  sophisticated designs for  ladies and gentlemen to create the perfect outfit for special occasions or for daily wear.

7.  Songket Weaving
Songket is a hand-woven traditional textile making technique to create intricately patterned silk or cotton brocade fabric with gold or silver  threads, weaved meticulously by the dedicated experienced weavers.

Che Minah Songket Retail Store is one of the largest Songket weaving factories in Kota Bahru and offers  tourists and visitors the opportunity to watch live demonstrations by the skilful Malay ladies. 

Beautiful patterns from simple to sophisticated designs are weaved traditionally lovingly, thread by thread by talented Kelantanese, producing stylish and luxurious fabrics great for special celebratory occasions and perfect as gifts.

8. Kota Bharu Silverware, Kelantan

Kelantan is renowned for its exquisite handcrafted sterling 925 silversmithing.

A hidden gem in Kota Bharu is KB PERMAI, an established silverware shop with premium quality intricate hand made jewellery that are so  popular that it was handpicked by the Malaysia Government to retail at the world’s most prestigious Harrods Department Store in London, United Kingdom.

Luxury lovers looking for wedding gifts could indulge in this extraordinarily top quality fine silverware – at only RM$29,000.

Create your own designs and customize your creations at KB Permai Silverware Shop  where the talented local Kelantanese artisans will dedicatedly handcraft your dream jewellery, gemstones optional for an impeccable statement piece.

Take your pick from the beautiful heritage silverware products from accessories like earrings, rings, bracelets to souvenirs and more at its in retail workshop at extremely pocket friendly prices starting from RM$15.

9. Pasar Besar Siti Khadijah Central Market/ Wakaf Che Yeh Night market / Pengkalan Kubor and Rantau Panjang Tax –Free Shopping

In the heart of the city are two popular markets - Pasar Besar Siti Khadijah Central Market and Wakaf Che Yeh Night market, the must go Kota Bharu hot spots, visited by tourists and locals alike.

Rise and shine early to take a walk at the vibrant Siti Khadijah Central Market, where the locals do their daily marketing. The pulse of the wet market is dominated by Malay women owners where the atrium stalls sell freshly picked home grown vegetables, surrounded by  fresh seafood from the fishing villages, kampung poultry and fruits stalls on the left.

Feast like a local and indulge in Kelantan home made kuehs, cakes, fresh keropok lekor, Laksam, Ayam golek / percik, Nasi Kerabu, Nasi Dagang,  solok lada, fermented coconut milk tauk and more at the right side of the market.

Keropok, mini provision stall selling spices, curry powder, sweets and snack,  toys, batik, sarongs, silverware, copper tooled handicrafts, leather goods, clothing and household wares are located on the second and third storey.

Kota Bharu famous most visited night market is Wakaf Che Yeh along Jalan Kuala Krai. Shop for a wide variety of products from apparels, shoes and accessories to electronic, toys and local street food, fresh fruits,  exotic eats and grilled squid.

Shop to your heart’s content at Kelantan Tax-Free Zone at Pengkalan Kubor and Rantau Panjang, near Golok River. Situated about 40km from Kota Bahru City, catch a boat ride or bus across to the Gateway of Thailand, Tak Bai for a day trip.

10  Home stays in Kelantan - Kampung Renok Baru,  Kampung Pantai Suri and Kampung Blok Ulu Kusial

Close to the South China Sea, Kelantan is home to fisherman and farmers, harvesting fresh seafood like fish, prawns, crayfish and grain rice.

Live like a local and enjoy true blue Kelantanese villager laid back lifestyle. Wake up in a picturesque kampung, catch fishes, play a traditional Malay instruments like 'dikir barat', rebab or serunai, paddy husking, watch a Monkey leap up giant trees and pick fresh coconut for you to savour or enjoy a walk by the beautiful seaside.

Geographical Climate : Located on the northern east coast of Malaysia, bordered by Thailand and South China Sea, Kelantan is tropically sunny with monsoon season from November to January, temperatures from 22 to 32 °C.

Getting There : Kota Bahru is accessible by flights on Malaysia Airlines, Air Asia and FireFly Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of Malaysia Airlines which flies from Singapore/Johor/Subang direct to Kota Bharu Jalan Ismail Airport, in just 90 minutes. 

Kota Bharu-Singapore  is Kelantan's first international route, operating four times a week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday to Singapore. Road trips by bus, railway train or enjoy a scenic drive along the Peninsular Malaysia to the heart of Kelantan.

Travel around : Taxis, buses and trishaws.

Bonus : Visit Perhentian Island in Terengganu for white sandy beach, crystal clear water reef diving and snorkelling or turtle watch,  just 45 minutes from Tok Aman Beach Jetty.

Hotels & Accommodations :Renaissance Kota Bharu Hotel, Grand River View, Tok Aman Bali Beach Resort, Holiday Villa, Villa Danialla Beach Resort, Home Stays like Kampung Pantai Suri, Tumpat, Khalifa Suites hotel & apartments and Sutera Inn.

Contact : Visit Tourism Malaysia at www.tourism.gov.my , FireFly at  www.fireflyz.com.my or call Kota Bharu Tourist Information Centre at 609-7485534 for enquires.

Kelantan Kota Bharu holiday tour of rich cultural, heritage and delightful Kelantanese cuisine are just 90 minutes away from Singapore, perfect for a short rustic getaway or a relaxing beach holiday.  FireFly flies from Penang and Subang to destinations within the Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand Growth Triangle and between Malaysia and Singapore. Visit Tourism Malaysia at www.tourism.gov.my and FireFly at  www.fireflyz.com.my to plan your dream holiday today.

Special Thanks to Tourism Malaysia, FireFly and Kelantan Tourist Centre for the warm hospitality.