Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Sunway Lagoon


  • Sunway Lagoon is strategically located in the township of Bandar Sunway in Petaling Jaya. Spanning 80 acres, the Lagoon draws fun seekers from all over with its reputation as a fascinating land of fun and excitement.
  • Sunway Lagoon is separated into 3 major themed lands, each boasting their own exciting attractions.
  • Looking to cool down, thrill your senses or simply craving a day at the beach? Try our relaxing tube rides, ride on the adrenalin pumping speeding slides or even take a surf at the giant waves at Sunway Surf Beach.
  • Get really up close, interact and learn from our friendly cuddle Wildlife friends. Get intimate and enjoy the moments with the amiable exotic wildlife friends by feeding, sitting or even speak them.
  • Ever fancied yourself as a hotshot? Take on your mates to some speed test at the challenging All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) rides, glide like a sugar glider through the 203 metres Flying Fox, or even gun 'em down through a friendly Combat Paintball Game.
  • Action and adventure comes alive. Challenge and thrill yourself at the runaway rollercoster, Lost City of Gold, look at the world upside down from the 360 Degrees Rotating Pirate's Revenge or experience a life like an old cowboy, at the Wild Wild West! It's simply fun for all ages, all year round!

Taman Negara,Pahang


  • Taman Negara is indeed one the oldest rainforests in the entire world, estimated at 130 million years old. The abundance and diversity of nature is phenomenal in Taman Negara, one of the world's most complex and rich ecosystems.
  • The geology is sedimentary rocks, mainly sandstone and shale, with some scattered limestone outcrops and caves. Steeply tilted and folded sandstone outcrops are expose along the Sungei Tembeling, especially at Kuala Tahan and Kuala Keniam. Limestone outcrops are found at scattered locations, the highest of which is Gua Peningat (723m).
  • The pristine rivers in Taman Negara boasting waterscapes from mirror-still reflections to wild rapids and scenic waterfalls.
  • The park is home to about 14,000 species of plants and trees more than other forest in the world. There are more than 2,400 species of flowering plant, 200 species of mammals, 350 species of birds, 67 species of snakes, 55 species of frogs, 80 species of bat, 30 species of rats and 109 species freshwater fishes (15 species endemic to Taman Negara).

Batu Feringgi



  • Famous international icon, laid back local community
  • World famous long stretch of fine sandy beach, probably the best beach in Penang
  • All beachfront international hotels - Rasa Sayang Resort, Golden Sands Resort, Lone Pine Resort, Holiday Inn, ParkRoyal, Casuarina Beach Resort, Bayview Beach Resort, some serviced apartments
  • Variety of water sports facilities, public baths/toilets
  • A number of international standard restaurants and local eating stalls, duty free shops
  • Daily night market stalls selling a wide variety of stuff - curios, clothes, souvenirs, handicrafts, etc
  • Smaller beaches between Tanjong Bungah and Batu Ferringhi - Sunshine Beach (government bungalows for rent), Miami Beach (Ferringhi Beach Resort)

Fraser Hill





  • Fraser's Hill is measured at 1,260 meters above sea level. Year round temperatures are between 17°C~25°C / 63°F~77°F. This resort is situated approximately 64.6 miles / 104 kilometers from the capital city, Kuala Lumpur.
  • One of Malaysia's earliest golf courses was constructed on Fraser's Hill in 1925.
  • Accommodation at Fraser's consists of (colonial era) bungalows for rent, as well as apartments, inns and other small hotels.
  • Fraser's Hill is becoming a center for bird watching aficionados. The hill station has over 270 species of local and migratory birds flocking here together.
  • There are a few hiking trails available scattered around the hill; their entrance is usually marked by signboards. Also, there exists an accessible waterfall (but the facilities there are extremely dilapidated).
  • fraser hill smoke house:

Pulau Tiga




  • Pulau Tiga is a group of small uninhabited MalaysianKimanis BaySabah. islands in off the western coast of
  • This State Park is created to protect the natural environment including the coral reefs, marine life, terrestrial flora and fauna and other ecological and natural presence on the island.
  • The geological formation of this island is that it was formed from the eruption of several mud volcanoes, whose combination of subterranean gas pressure expelled muddy sediments, which have built-up this island to its present height of more then 100 m above sea level.
  • In summary the islands have the following distinct features:
  • Outstanding scenic views and sunsets.
  • A variety of island habitats.
  • Floral diversity with old stands of trees in an area that has never been logged.
  • Floral composition that includes several species of orchids, ferns, palms and shrubs.
  • Fauna composition that include the elusive megapodes, variety of insects, birds and reptiles.
  • Interesting geological formation - the "mud volcanoes" and its effects on the island vegetation growth and composition.
  • The well known snake island and snake biology and ecology.
  • Good coral environment for Scuba diving and snorkeling.
  • A reasonable sheltered bay at most times of the year for a safe place to conduct many water sport activities.

Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Pangkor Island




  • Pulau Pangkor is an island off the coast of Perak in north-west peninsular Malaysia, reached by ferry from Lumut (a small coastal town that links to Ipoh, or from Sitiawan).
  • It is heavily promoted as a low-key tourist destination by the Malaysian government, but fishing and fish products remain major industries.
  • Pangkor is famous for its fine beaches and a mix of low budget to 5 star accommodations.
  • Dutch Port Pangkor Island

Cameron Highlands

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  • Cameron Highlands is a highland region located about 121 km east of Ipoh and about 214 km north of Kuala Lumpur, in Pahang, Malaysia.
  • At 5,000 ft (1,500 m) above sea level it is the highest area on the mainland, enjoys a cool climate, with temperatures no higher than 25 °C and rarely falls below 12°C year-round.
  • Apart from the cool weather, key attractions in Cameron Highlands include a butterfly farm, strawberry farms, rose gardens and vegetable gardens.
  • Other features include Cactus Point, Cactus Valley and the BOH Tea Plantation.
  • BOH tea plantation:

Genting Highlands



  • Genting Highlands has hosted several award ceremonies in the past decade. In 2007, the Zee Cine Awards and Lux Style Awards were held at the Arena of Stars, a musical amphitheater for mostly musical performances capable of holding up to 6,000 people at a time.
  • outdoor theme park