tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10849583676749776622024-03-07T22:21:19.601+08:00Essence of BorneoSharing sights, sites, taste and colours of BorneoPassionwriter58http://www.blogger.com/profile/07731335282860574714noreply@blogger.comBlogger158125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1084958367674977662.post-69798155574122335362024-03-07T22:20:00.000+08:002024-03-07T22:20:35.008+08:00Hilton for Breaking of Fast<p><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;">KOTA KINABALU: The arrival of Ramadan is much anticipated as it brings with it a unique and exhilarating thrill, being a time of heightened spirituality, self-reflection, and immense devotion for Muslims.</span></p><div class="mceTemp" style="color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;"><dl class="wp-caption aligncenter" data-mce-style="width: 803px;" id="attachment_20638" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; clear: both; margin: 6px auto; max-width: 100%; text-align: center; width: 803px;"><dt class="wp-caption-dt" style="-webkit-user-drag: none;"><a data-mce-href="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/front.jpg" href="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/front.jpg" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; color: #4db2ec; display: inline-block; text-decoration-line: none;"><img alt="" class="size-full wp-image-20638" data-mce-src="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/front.jpg" height="363" src="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/front.jpg" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; display: block; height: auto; margin-bottom: 0px; max-width: 100%; width: 695.992px;" width="803" /></a></dt><dd class="wp-caption-dd" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; color: #444444; font-size: 11px; font-style: italic; line-height: 17px; margin: 6px 0px 26px; padding: 0px !important; text-align: left;">Smital, the General Manager and the Dining area</dd></dl></div><p class="ReactMarkdownParser_TextContainer__RodgY" data-testid="youchat-text" style="color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;">With it comes the test of faith especially for the fasting populace. When the breaking of fast arrive in the evenings, many anticipate to dine in comfort and savour the food. Most will go home and cook for their loved ones, enjoying the togetherness that comes with dining with one's family.</p><div class="mceTemp" style="color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;"><dl class="wp-caption aligncenter" data-mce-style="width: 800px;" id="attachment_20639" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; clear: both; margin: 6px auto; max-width: 100%; text-align: center; width: 800px;"><dt class="wp-caption-dt" style="-webkit-user-drag: none;"><a data-mce-href="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/inava.jpg" href="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/inava.jpg" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; color: #4db2ec; display: inline-block; text-decoration-line: none;"><img alt="" class="size-full wp-image-20639" data-mce-src="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/inava.jpg" height="360" src="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/inava.jpg" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; display: block; height: auto; margin-bottom: 0px; max-width: 100%; width: 695.992px;" width="800" /></a></dt><dd class="wp-caption-dd" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; color: #444444; font-size: 11px; font-style: italic; line-height: 17px; margin: 6px 0px 26px; padding: 0px !important; text-align: left;">local favourite, Inava</dd></dl></div><p class="ReactMarkdownParser_TextContainer__RodgY" data-testid="youchat-text" style="color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;">Not everyone can go home and cook though, or go home and eat with their family. There are those who work until late in the evenings, travelers on business trips, families on vacations and other members of the mobile community. There are also those who wish to treat their family to an evening out and break their fast outside. Of course, some of us just want to sample the various types of food being offered and sold in the various outlets and food stalls that mushroom around the city at that time.</p><p class="ReactMarkdownParser_TextContainer__RodgY" data-testid="youchat-text" style="color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;">One of the place to break one's fast in Kota Kinabalu is Hilton Hotel Kota Kinabalu. This establishment is sited at Asia City right by the main road so one cant miss it.</p><p style="color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;">Hilton Kota Kinabalu is excited to introduce "Merentasi Tradisi: Sajian Dulu dan Kini," a Ramadan-themed buffet that celebrates both the traditional flavours of the past and the contemporary culinary creations of today.</p><div class="mceTemp" style="color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;"><dl class="wp-caption aligncenter" data-mce-style="width: 800px;" id="attachment_20640" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; clear: both; margin: 6px auto; max-width: 100%; text-align: center; width: 800px;"><dt class="wp-caption-dt" style="-webkit-user-drag: none;"><a data-mce-href="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/lamb.jpg" href="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/lamb.jpg" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; color: #4db2ec; display: inline-block; text-decoration-line: none;"><img alt="" class="size-full wp-image-20640" data-mce-src="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/lamb.jpg" height="360" src="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/lamb.jpg" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; display: block; height: auto; margin-bottom: 0px; max-width: 100%; width: 695.992px;" width="800" /></a></dt><dd class="wp-caption-dd" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; color: #444444; font-size: 11px; font-style: italic; line-height: 17px; margin: 6px 0px 26px; padding: 0px !important; text-align: left;">Sumptuous roasted lamb</dd></dl></div><p style="color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;">In line with a nationwide campaign for Hilton properties across Malaysia, 'Merentasi Tradisi: Sajian Dulu dan Kini,' which translates to "Beyond Tradition: Cuisines of Then and Now," will be held at Urban Kitchen, Hilton Kota Kinabalu from March 12 to April 9, 2024.</p><p style="color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;">This special Ramadan buffet not only showcases the authentic local flavours but also emphasises sustainability by using locally sourced produce and prioritising effective food wastage management. The menu will feature well-loved recipes from the past as well as modern interpretations of traditional dishes synonymous with Ramadan.</p><div class="mceTemp" style="color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;"><dl class="wp-caption aligncenter" data-mce-style="width: 900px;" id="attachment_20641" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; clear: both; margin: 6px auto; max-width: 100%; text-align: center; width: 900px;"><dt class="wp-caption-dt" style="-webkit-user-drag: none;"><a data-mce-href="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/dessert.jpg" href="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/dessert.jpg" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; color: #4db2ec; display: inline-block; text-decoration-line: none;"><img alt="" class="size-full wp-image-20641" data-mce-src="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/dessert.jpg" height="405" src="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/dessert.jpg" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; display: block; height: auto; margin-bottom: 0px; max-width: 100%; width: 695.992px;" width="900" /></a></dt><dd class="wp-caption-dd" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; color: #444444; font-size: 11px; font-style: italic; line-height: 17px; margin: 6px 0px 26px; padding: 0px !important; text-align: left;">Dessert</dd></dl></div><p style="color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;">Smital Boultwood, General Manager of Hilton Kota Kinabalu, shared that she was excited about the offerings and invites residents from in an around Kota Kinabalu during he fasting month to drop by and enjoy the sumptuous offerings.</p><p style="color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;">She is also excited to be in Sabah after being posted from another Hilton establishment in Maldives.</p><p style="color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;">The Ramadan buffet at Urban Kitchen offer a diverse and sustainable culinary experience that blends old and new flavours seamlessly.</p><p style="color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;">Running from March 12 to April 9, 2024, between 5:30 PM and 9:30 PM, the Ramadan Buffet at Urban Kitchen is priced at RM 178 nett per adult and RM 89 nett per child. Guests can enjoy a range of delectable dishes, including Ayam Bakar Pasu, Sup Mamak Lamb Shank, Bubur Lambok Kampong Bharu, Daging Bakar Ala Thai, Ikan Bakar Portugis, Seafood Bakar Jimbara, Kambing Bakar Tandoori, and Gulai Kawah Ekor Lembu, among many others. There are also popular local cusines such as Inava or lime-pickled fish as well as local vegetables. The array of food is mind-boggling and if one wants to sample all of them, a few return visits are commendable.</p><div class="mceTemp" style="color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;"><dl class="wp-caption aligncenter" data-mce-style="width: 800px;" id="attachment_20642" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; clear: both; margin: 6px auto; max-width: 100%; text-align: center; width: 800px;"><dt class="wp-caption-dt" style="-webkit-user-drag: none;"><a data-mce-href="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/cakes.jpg" href="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/cakes.jpg" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; color: #4db2ec; display: inline-block; text-decoration-line: none;"><img alt="" class="size-full wp-image-20642" data-mce-src="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/cakes.jpg" height="302" src="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/cakes.jpg" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; display: block; height: auto; margin-bottom: 0px; max-width: 100%; width: 695.992px;" width="800" /></a></dt><dd class="wp-caption-dd" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; color: #444444; font-size: 11px; font-style: italic; line-height: 17px; margin: 6px 0px 26px; padding: 0px !important; text-align: left;">Cakes to titillate the palate</dd></dl></div><p style="color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;">To make it more exciting Hilton Kota Kinabalu is offering an Exclusive Ramadan Bundle Deal – Buy 4 and Get 1 Free or Buy 10 and Get 3 Free.</p><p style="color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;">Additionally, guests have the opportunity to purchase F&B vouchers at RM130 nett per person (with a minimum purchase of 20 vouchers), each accompanied by a door gift. Hilton Honors discounts are available for guests.</p><p style="color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;">For reservations or more information, please visit EatDrinkHilton.com or contact Hilton Kota Kinabalu at +6088 356 000 or email kotakinabalu_fnb@hilton.com.-ends</p>Anna Viviennehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573348545032424969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1084958367674977662.post-4898230592025728812024-03-07T22:16:00.001+08:002024-03-07T22:16:50.533+08:00Ramadan Offerings at Rasa Ria Resort<p><span style="font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;">TUARAN: The Fasting month of Ramadan is just around the corner and food stall will mushroom around the city and towns catering to the fasting community during that time.</span></p><div class="mceTemp"><dl class="wp-caption aligncenter" data-mce-style="width: 800px;" id="attachment_20825" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; clear: both; margin: 6px auto; max-width: 100%; text-align: center; width: 800px;"><dt class="wp-caption-dt" style="-webkit-user-drag: none;"><a data-mce-href="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG20240225174758-e1709042933667.jpg" href="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG20240225174758-e1709042933667.jpg" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; color: #4db2ec; display: inline-block; text-decoration-line: none;"><img alt="" class="size-full wp-image-20825" data-mce-src="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG20240225174758-e1709042933667.jpg" height="360" src="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG20240225174758-e1709042933667.jpg" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; display: block; height: auto; margin-bottom: 0px; max-width: 100%; width: 695.992px;" width="800" /></a></dt><dd class="wp-caption-dd" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; font-style: italic; line-height: 17px; margin: 6px 0px 26px; padding: 0px !important; text-align: left;">Chicken Wing, a local favourite</dd></dl></div><p style="font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;">However, the fasting community is not the only group of people who frequent these stalls but also people from all walks of life. There is always that festive atmosphere in the evenings as people throng into the stalls called Ramadan Bazaar.</p><div class="mceTemp"><dl class="wp-caption aligncenter" data-mce-style="width: 800px;" id="attachment_20826" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; clear: both; margin: 6px auto; max-width: 100%; text-align: center; width: 800px;"><dt class="wp-caption-dt" style="-webkit-user-drag: none;"><a data-mce-href="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG20240225174501-e1709043033651.jpg" href="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG20240225174501-e1709043033651.jpg" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; color: #4db2ec; display: inline-block; text-decoration-line: none;"><img alt="" class="size-full wp-image-20826" data-mce-src="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG20240225174501-e1709043033651.jpg" height="361" src="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG20240225174501-e1709043033651.jpg" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; display: block; height: auto; margin-bottom: 0px; max-width: 100%; width: 695.992px;" width="800" /></a></dt><dd class="wp-caption-dd" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; font-style: italic; line-height: 17px; margin: 6px 0px 26px; padding: 0px !important; text-align: left;">Quail</dd></dl></div><p style="font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;">Those who have to go home and cook for the family after a hard day are always happy to just get their food from the stalls and hurry home before breaking of fast. Travellers during the month of Ramadan also benefit tremendously from these stalls. These food stalls however are mostly for people who wish to pack and take away their food. For those who wish to dine in, there are eateries available for them too.</p><div class="mceTemp"><dl class="wp-caption aligncenter" data-mce-style="width: 800px;" id="attachment_20827" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; clear: both; margin: 6px auto; max-width: 100%; text-align: center; width: 800px;"><dt class="wp-caption-dt" style="-webkit-user-drag: none;"><a data-mce-href="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG20240225174529-e1709043098546.jpg" href="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG20240225174529-e1709043098546.jpg" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; color: #4db2ec; display: inline-block; text-decoration-line: none;"><img alt="" class="size-full wp-image-20827" data-mce-src="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG20240225174529-e1709043098546.jpg" height="361" src="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG20240225174529-e1709043098546.jpg" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; display: block; height: auto; margin-bottom: 0px; max-width: 100%; width: 695.992px;" width="800" /></a></dt><dd class="wp-caption-dd" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; font-style: italic; line-height: 17px; margin: 6px 0px 26px; padding: 0px !important; text-align: left;">Squids</dd></dl></div><p style="font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;">Those who wish to break their fast watching the sunset and listening to sounds of nature should check out Shangri-La Rasa Ria's Selera Ria at Tepi Laut, Tuaran. Located near the resort's Garden Wing pool, this restaurant presents an extraordinary culinary experience curated by Chef Boniface Luhok exclusively for the month of Ramadan.</p><div class="mceTemp"><dl class="wp-caption aligncenter" data-mce-style="width: 800px;" id="attachment_20828" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; clear: both; margin: 6px auto; max-width: 100%; text-align: center; width: 800px;"><dt class="wp-caption-dt" style="-webkit-user-drag: none;"><a data-mce-href="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG20240225174513-e1709043293740.jpg" href="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG20240225174513-e1709043293740.jpg" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; color: #4db2ec; display: inline-block; text-decoration-line: none;"><img alt="" class="size-full wp-image-20828" data-mce-src="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG20240225174513-e1709043293740.jpg" height="361" src="http://borneonews.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG20240225174513-e1709043293740.jpg" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; display: block; height: auto; margin-bottom: 0px; max-width: 100%; width: 695.992px;" width="800" /></a></dt><dd class="wp-caption-dd" style="-webkit-user-drag: none; color: #444444; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; font-style: italic; line-height: 17px; margin: 6px 0px 26px; padding: 0px !important; text-align: left;">Chicken with cashew nuts</dd></dl></div><p style="font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;">From March 12th to April 9th, diners are invited to embark on a tantalising journey through the rich and vibrant flavours of Malay cuisine, among others.</p><p style="font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;">Taste buds will be titillated by the authentic flavors of Malay cuisine specially prepared for this season, as there is an array of mouthwatering dishes to indulge in.</p><p style="font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;">A personal favourite is the Roti John. It is a huge bun filled with vegetables cheese and beef. This is a Malaysian street food classic. There is also the Sup Kawah, a hearty beef rib soup infused with aromatic spices as well as Tulang Rusuk, beef ribs that are cooked to perfection.</p><p style="font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;">The Roasted Whole Lamb should not be missed, with its briyani rice as well as the Nasi Lemak, the traditional fragrant rice with peanuts and anchovies. This is a traditional Malaysian dish, too.</p><p style="font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;">The famous Satay and Lemang are also available as well as the mee hoon pecal. There is a station there that you can get this dish, as well as a local fruit salad, famously called Rojak buah. Actually, there are about 100 dishes available at any one buffet, with a rotation of 400 dishes throughout the fasting month.</p><p style="font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;">There is also an exclusive early bird pricing exclusively for Malaysian residents. From Monday to Thursday the price is RM138 per person (Normal Price – RM238 and Friday to Sunday, RM168 per person (Normal Price – RM238)</p><p style="font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;">For those who want to enjoy the food at the resort visit www.dinerasaria.com to secure reservation. They are encouraged to contact Shangri-La Rasa Ria's Food & Beverage Team at +6088 797 888 for more information.-MYS</p><p style="font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px; margin-top: 0px;"><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222;" /></p>Anna Viviennehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573348545032424969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1084958367674977662.post-83638213578870456142023-02-28T20:52:00.002+08:002023-02-28T20:52:39.648+08:00 Tea Destination<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin-left: 36.0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZaZDLrzGml_UkpXHyt1AdHnn3NvaI0MQJAeU9gGE9bLapOeOjpOJzP8HZ_8MTjUwtdNSA4xIbYmllRdKXllZm6phTGB_oOUrU6bYANN0O1Cr1ZHYPd4Y0i8DCLbDn85gZ2sNUulq7rOu4r-bAXNtoUV5tbq6Sz8Ovi4ys7IBlkhWjzNldYk9xdnWP/s800/sabah%20tea.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="800" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZaZDLrzGml_UkpXHyt1AdHnn3NvaI0MQJAeU9gGE9bLapOeOjpOJzP8HZ_8MTjUwtdNSA4xIbYmllRdKXllZm6phTGB_oOUrU6bYANN0O1Cr1ZHYPd4Y0i8DCLbDn85gZ2sNUulq7rOu4r-bAXNtoUV5tbq6Sz8Ovi4ys7IBlkhWjzNldYk9xdnWP/w400-h180/sabah%20tea.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />RANAU is one district in the State that has a lot to offer tourists. It has the Poring Hot Spring, the Kg Luanti Fish Spa, the Memorial Park, and the Kinabalu Parks as well as Mount Kinabalu, among many others. Guests will actually be spoiled for choice but they should not pass up the opportunity to visit the Sabah Tea Resort.This resort sited in a picturesque area within the tea plantation is well worth several visits actually. They have very good accommodation, comfortable and clean.</div><p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin-left: 36.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEighxCoskJbcph1MO_fstuejZkOQQAebzP8Aj3STzX-faHDMkobItQGCF_G4rZrQf6WpDa_UU2jL3d2x8bzJhiROVZ68ttm3OqGVepyGDMJp80-7lBv2xD1rpm0OEbeGM1oL39polWRo2D4PmuWjmKzsycSePsrYkrvmr-4bJkLKDpTmVDwUsK7Vwrm/s640/teas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="491" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEighxCoskJbcph1MO_fstuejZkOQQAebzP8Aj3STzX-faHDMkobItQGCF_G4rZrQf6WpDa_UU2jL3d2x8bzJhiROVZ68ttm3OqGVepyGDMJp80-7lBv2xD1rpm0OEbeGM1oL39polWRo2D4PmuWjmKzsycSePsrYkrvmr-4bJkLKDpTmVDwUsK7Vwrm/s320/teas.jpg" width="246" /></a></div><p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin-left: 36.0pt;">There are 16 rooms in the four
cottages. The cottages, with their quaint picket fence, are named after some
British and Australian personalities including Sir Alfred Dent, a founder of
the British North Borneo Company; Sergeant Lofty Hodges who was part of a
special forces unit that parachuted into North Borneo to rescue the prisoners
during the Japanese occupation; Martin and Osa Johnson who flew from Singapore
to North Borneo; and Sir William Goode, the last Governor of North Borneo.</p><p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin-left: 36.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin-left: 36.0pt;">These little gems in history
can be very interesting to guests especially those who came from the countries
concerned.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin-left: 36.0pt;">Besides the cottages, there
are 25 rooms at the longhouse to cater to guests who wished to stay over for a
couple of nights. This place is worth staying a few days in actually, to enjoy
the ambiance and rest from the hassle of city life and running the rat race.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin-left: 36.0pt;">From the cottage, one can wake
up to the glorious sight of Mount Kinabalu, the highest mountain in Malaysia
and one of the more famous tourist destinations in the State.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The brooding mountain in the distance never
fails to amaze and is a favourite of photography buffs.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin-left: 36.0pt;">Those who have never seen a
tea plantation before can walk around to their hearts’ content. In the morning
one can actually watch the people picking tea leaves. It is an interesting
sight, and merits more photos.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin-left: 36.0pt;">Plants and flowers abound
around the resort, so more subjects for photographers. The main area of
interest seemed to be the pretty teapot effigy at the restaurant ground and a
sign where more people take photos for remembrance’s sake.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin-left: 36.0pt;">The ambiance with little
touches for their guests allows them to enjoy the cool morning air and the
walk, they can also take memorable photographs. One of these touches is the ‘Go
Sabah Frame’ erected in collaboration with the Sabah Tourism Board. When one
stands there, Mount Kinabalu is the ‘framed’.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin-left: 36.0pt;">Walk around and guests will
come to a memorial to a fallen Australian Prisoner of War (PoW) memorial. This
was one of the young man who died during the infamous death march during the
Second World War.<o:p></o:p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjthHH4krhIQr-lgjd5B12Mi5dlacb-KTJwocTEm-swcrA03h-BktLES5bmY-GkwoWeLXgh10R0JUoLwYRpL9dVHbRkydzwMJ8aHyJx7saViH973r1y6M_o_UveNs4oUODqx6TSxJUI1PgJEU6DRTk2KEGxMZ8_wfV5LhKAgbCMSRsTxpL-tmWCoQ1K/s800/tears.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="800" height="168" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjthHH4krhIQr-lgjd5B12Mi5dlacb-KTJwocTEm-swcrA03h-BktLES5bmY-GkwoWeLXgh10R0JUoLwYRpL9dVHbRkydzwMJ8aHyJx7saViH973r1y6M_o_UveNs4oUODqx6TSxJUI1PgJEU6DRTk2KEGxMZ8_wfV5LhKAgbCMSRsTxpL-tmWCoQ1K/w320-h168/tears.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin-left: 36.0pt;">This site is where Allan
Quailey fell and died on Feb 16 1945. His photo is there with a brief history
of the event. An Australian and a Malaysian flag fly there, flapping in the
wind, forever saluting the fallen hero.</p><p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin-left: 36.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin-left: 36.0pt;">As for tea, Sabah Tea is very
famous among tea drinkers. They have now augmented the tea flavours, where people
can taste tea with a hint of lavender, Calamansi and lemon, mango and
strawberry as well as Passion fruit, among others. They have a website where
customers could order from.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin-left: 36.0pt;">Personally, I believe that
guests should stay longer at the Sabah Tea Resort due to its comfortable
accommodation, and go around the touristic sites around the area, such as the
Poring Hot Spring, the Fish Spa at Kg Luanti and Ranau township among many
others.-PW<o:p></o:p></p>Passionwriter58http://www.blogger.com/profile/07731335282860574714noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1084958367674977662.post-69905609058592079252023-02-28T17:48:00.003+08:002023-02-28T17:48:31.177+08:00Dining at Venition Club<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieNzKSkLoi8LJ3pzAkJ61xxuEbhWWuUhnuNe1of9_b50jWIn8nr1AJxVU_2J0txCzmmDbDtJmytyUsXpgGl98pwv7wf__ttV6HJHk6QAPGMwiwG7CUEFckgjx332N4Q1VBmFElahrjGIeILrQNW8NA44-H1U7z7cOrE0n24J4LJPG2cnAc8TnudqYE/s1468/venition2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="636" data-original-width="1468" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieNzKSkLoi8LJ3pzAkJ61xxuEbhWWuUhnuNe1of9_b50jWIn8nr1AJxVU_2J0txCzmmDbDtJmytyUsXpgGl98pwv7wf__ttV6HJHk6QAPGMwiwG7CUEFckgjx332N4Q1VBmFElahrjGIeILrQNW8NA44-H1U7z7cOrE0n24J4LJPG2cnAc8TnudqYE/w396-h180/venition2.jpg" width="396" /></a></div><br />Having food </b><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; text-align: justify;">at Venition Club sited at Off Jalan Lintas, Lido is a leisurely adventure through their extensive menu. The ambiance is cosy and the staff is friendly and welcoming. There are booth seats that give you a sense of closeness to your dining companion and are indeed suitable for couples who wish to dine together in their own ‘secluded’ space.</span></div><p></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">This place is famous for
its dim sums but the menu offers extensive choices for diners. </span><span style="background: white; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">The </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">Deep-Fried Chicken with Belacan is
interesting and should be sampled as well as the all-time favourite cold Thai
Style Glass Noodles. </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">The
</span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">Sweet and Sour
Eggplant a</span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">nd </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">Dry Butter Mock Prawns </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">as well as the </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">Curry Vegetables are must-sample
items that shouldn’t be missed.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-MY;">The Fish and Chip is a classic. The Grilled Lamb Chop is worth
ordering so is the Pineapple Fried Rice with Chicken. </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">The
</span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">Double Boiled Soup
is absolutely delicious as is the Imitation Sharkfin Soup with Fish Maw.
The Wet Butter Chicken and the 3 Flavours Chicken are delicious and should
really be sampled.</span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSDa3gwsjuOTQdSimv4yDHp59CFAfqoY9aT8uMvYaP9jDOkD4Ws8P_4TkdMY_yKXFG8EiY4e_o_OzgcC_eyOoOZlyrdCgIHV-_dmIAIINn8b4Nfbg1E2x2YeYBbnyrK4Pb53YOfQkVtbQzTSu9nBP_pDtAUnsKP30CP4oHcPfoF8XRmQPeJ1xIC_Tt/s1610/venition1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="418" data-original-width="1610" height="83" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSDa3gwsjuOTQdSimv4yDHp59CFAfqoY9aT8uMvYaP9jDOkD4Ws8P_4TkdMY_yKXFG8EiY4e_o_OzgcC_eyOoOZlyrdCgIHV-_dmIAIINn8b4Nfbg1E2x2YeYBbnyrK4Pb53YOfQkVtbQzTSu9nBP_pDtAUnsKP30CP4oHcPfoF8XRmQPeJ1xIC_Tt/s320/venition1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">For something a little different, get the Honey Roasted Char Siu as
well as the Tomato Beef and Braised Lamb Belly. Those are a veritable feast. </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">The Beancurd with Minced Chicken with Salted Fish and Kimsha Beancurd with
the Szechuan French Bean </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">are good accompaniments
for lunch. Top that with Thai Sweet Chili Fish and Special Crispy
Chicken Skin and it’s perfect.</span><p></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-MY;">Don’t forget the Korean Chicken Wings, they are delicious. But get the
real experience, visit the Venition Tasty Wok’s today-PW</span></div>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Tahoma",sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-MY;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>Anna Viviennehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573348545032424969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1084958367674977662.post-26604266052435755102023-02-28T11:16:00.001+08:002023-02-28T11:38:33.171+08:005th Avenue's Offering for 2023<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCt02gZjZ2m87AFWNrhLTAsSo8NoU56A-Y1FSm18tD_DpXNjx8OMNZ-p216RJZ8LCCMjg6Z5WFFiforxw9aX5pk7qXMe4wJOgEcbDVYqw4SGzMyXdUOu8CY-E1hYyCsGJpDcw9yokMDE5C-tmZBzxUCO-mOE9gEcdPp-a6ZykiXjNSHIFOOPcfpVog/s800/25aven.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="316" data-original-width="800" height="159" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCt02gZjZ2m87AFWNrhLTAsSo8NoU56A-Y1FSm18tD_DpXNjx8OMNZ-p216RJZ8LCCMjg6Z5WFFiforxw9aX5pk7qXMe4wJOgEcbDVYqw4SGzMyXdUOu8CY-E1hYyCsGJpDcw9yokMDE5C-tmZBzxUCO-mOE9gEcdPp-a6ZykiXjNSHIFOOPcfpVog/w405-h159/25aven.jpg" width="405" /></a>\</div><p style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif" style="text-align: left;"><b><span>THE </span> best </b>thing about dining at the 5<sup>th</sup> Avenue Café sited at </span><span face=""open sans", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #222222; font-size: 14px; text-align: left;">Taman Foo Long, Luyang, Kota Kinabalu,</span><span face=""open sans", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #222222; font-size: 14px; text-align: left;"> </span><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif" style="text-align: left;"> is the food’s
great flavour. There is always something titillating the palate with every dish.<br /></span></p><div><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; text-align: left;">Mostly because they have great quality ingredients for
their dishes and of course, the expertise of the chef takes them a level
higher. So, each dish gain impressive flavours that allow you to taste sweet,
sour, salt oi,l and spice among others, distinctively. The taste of the food
does not bleed together, lending each dish similar taste.<br /></span><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; text-align: left;">Mouth-watering is a popular saying when it comes to
food, and the new 2023 Chinese dishes at the 5</span><sup style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; text-align: left;">th</sup><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; text-align: left;"> Avenue are made of
those. It requires returns. The presentations are also commendable. Visual
presentation makes the dishes appetising<br /></span><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; text-align: left;">For 2023, diners at 5</span><sup style="background-color: white; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; text-align: left;">th</sup><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; text-align: left;"> Avenue will be
able to enjoy these new dishes. They include Kiu Nyuk Mantao, Steamed Pork
Slice with Salted Fish and Crispy Pork Belly with Homemade Thai Sauce.<br /></span></div><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif" style="text-align: left;">For those who simply loves prawns, order the Kim
Hiong Prawns followed by the Longan Prawn Salad and the get the Teo Chew
Style Steamed Beancurd for taste.</span><p></p><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: left;"><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-MY;"><o:p> </o:p></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4JF7DX3QvYS2OOhspeqDr5orYzrf9lqNL6tHuqYDc2EzGs260IXrNhOaUAQTAJSLMKMcN3qzrN3j1MFr00OIxwPaNDZxQxej95ENeklPcfY8DViXeRfhWtaXwa_Rg3DRJ_AOIXu2Wbbvx0dRLb_73REa2UFquPNkuxxsQxXpWZHleczk3ylaFCk30/s800/15food.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="345" data-original-width="800" height="138" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4JF7DX3QvYS2OOhspeqDr5orYzrf9lqNL6tHuqYDc2EzGs260IXrNhOaUAQTAJSLMKMcN3qzrN3j1MFr00OIxwPaNDZxQxej95ENeklPcfY8DViXeRfhWtaXwa_Rg3DRJ_AOIXu2Wbbvx0dRLb_73REa2UFquPNkuxxsQxXpWZHleczk3ylaFCk30/s320/15food.jpg" width="320" /></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0cm;"><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-MY;">The Homemade Crispy Beancurd with Squid and Chicken
Ham is delicious as is the<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Crispy Apple
Chicken and Black Sesame Crispy Chicken.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<div style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: left;"><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif">The Laici Honey Lamb is worth coming back for
seconds, just as the Spicy Garlic Lamb. Eat those with a serving of the all-time
favourite Salt and Pepper Shimeji Mushrooms.</span></div><div style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: left;"><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif">The Nam Yee Mixed Vegetable is recommended followed
by the Steamed Mushroom Chicken Roll with Egg Gravy and of course the Mock
Sharkfin Omelette. </span></div>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0cm;"><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-MY;"><o:p> </o:p></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimEVIEog2lmxjsDCpK9oWHMDszUciu5JjTbM1HsIcWAAJD4OiWlXHcaCdBbHdxK_ptvz5Kpn59D9YQBh3eLAvbg9wmIzJCtMzzHOQ9bAdcZa1KJ4JFaaIfzjJa1S_gH6Tk9MugLrMBMZSw--6QMvZRBoNvUOiUXJDsuhrari5bXXkrqQDroqZ9SFQO/s800/5food.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="336" data-original-width="800" height="134" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimEVIEog2lmxjsDCpK9oWHMDszUciu5JjTbM1HsIcWAAJD4OiWlXHcaCdBbHdxK_ptvz5Kpn59D9YQBh3eLAvbg9wmIzJCtMzzHOQ9bAdcZa1KJ4JFaaIfzjJa1S_gH6Tk9MugLrMBMZSw--6QMvZRBoNvUOiUXJDsuhrari5bXXkrqQDroqZ9SFQO/s320/5food.jpg" width="320" /></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0cm;"><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-MY;">Try the Stir Fried Black Bean Fish Fillet and the Stir
Fried Fish fillet with Salted Vegetable and Pineapple as well as the Fish
Maw Seaweed Crabmeat Soup. </span><span face="Tahoma, sans-serif">All these and more are available at the outlet.
Make sure to check it out and enjoy the sumptuous food.-PW</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0cm;"><span face=""Tahoma",sans-serif" style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-MY;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>Anna Viviennehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573348545032424969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1084958367674977662.post-56494942229092262912023-02-28T00:20:00.000+08:002023-02-28T00:20:19.632+08:00At Karanahan View<p><b><br /></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRZ9NsIcZNV3__Y-VD33DIEg5NjurIUOlsMOriasFSefMatKJqQe_Aoa-wIRUYoHoBfdA4XCr03WEY4rMw8dEoVrMYtmmh3pcA4t8wJ-O9_V_6fpIdaEkiMTW9jjgLWvQ6srvwAMZuCWYKQJPdyKxQ-ARIs7ZuxZj42sKdrjqsYmxXSpd86Quth_Hm/s300/Karanahan-Pix-2-300x135.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="135" data-original-width="300" height="181" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRZ9NsIcZNV3__Y-VD33DIEg5NjurIUOlsMOriasFSefMatKJqQe_Aoa-wIRUYoHoBfdA4XCr03WEY4rMw8dEoVrMYtmmh3pcA4t8wJ-O9_V_6fpIdaEkiMTW9jjgLWvQ6srvwAMZuCWYKQJPdyKxQ-ARIs7ZuxZj42sKdrjqsYmxXSpd86Quth_Hm/w396-h181/Karanahan-Pix-2-300x135.jpeg" width="396" /></a></b></div><b><br />Visiting </b>Karanahan View<b>, </b>in Kg
Tempasuk 1, Kota Belud, one can see the colourful field of photo booths,
beautifully landscaped lawn and the swimming Pool. By the side, there is a pond
with plenty of fish and several kayak and boats nearby in a hut, just ready for
guests to push into the water and go for a good paddle.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh4dFpu0FwNWW47XJBrek-q6Cx54Fy0SUkRAqZTQARGu4Usfql-1_KXO70GKqzD6a0HP2EXjG2wbUawdLSIr5Q-fHa2v7H1Up7BVQfDMUYDOv76NORL1KNQh2UumuPuc9vcQ1l6UCAzo2xlrpQZHB4lRnOc1WRwlkxmpuSsNQDoXMMl8PeiTXpFUis/s420/Karanahan-Pix-1-317x420.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="420" data-original-width="317" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh4dFpu0FwNWW47XJBrek-q6Cx54Fy0SUkRAqZTQARGu4Usfql-1_KXO70GKqzD6a0HP2EXjG2wbUawdLSIr5Q-fHa2v7H1Up7BVQfDMUYDOv76NORL1KNQh2UumuPuc9vcQ1l6UCAzo2xlrpQZHB4lRnOc1WRwlkxmpuSsNQDoXMMl8PeiTXpFUis/s320/Karanahan-Pix-1-317x420.jpeg" width="242" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">There are flowers growing in abundance along the paths to the huts and chalets there. At one side, umbrellas hang on strings overhead, creating a pretty sight to the shade, and of course paused for visitors to capture photographs.<br />There are several buildings there, one of which is a one-storey restaurant, where they serve filling food, and traditional fare upon request. The ambiance is cosy, with comfortable seats and breeze blowing in from the open space outside. The view is of the paddy fields and the villages far in the distance.</div><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing">In the morning one can see Mount Kinabalu in the distance from Karanahan View. There are beautiful photographs of the majestic mountain captured from this site.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing">The proprietor Michael Asik shares that area used to be just paddy fields, tended to by he and his mother. It was just like any other fields where they would toil and sweat under the hot sun, ploughing the fields and making it conducive for planting. The mother and child would plant paddy seedlings in a row as fast as they could so the paddy would grow uniformly.<o:p></o:p></p><div style="text-align: left;">“I planted paddy very fast and had been commended for it,” Michael shares, reminiscing about the past.<br />He was very close to his mother, he shares, as his father had passed a while back. He went with his mother everywhere to tend the field and generally working the land with her. He went to school though and got gainfully employed as a civil servant. Sadly, his mother had since passed.<br />“The land was lying idle, so I got the idea of making a fish pond there. Initially I had no intention of making it accessible to the public, but it created a lot of interest, with people passing by, coming in and watching me feed fish,” he shares.</div><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></p><div style="text-align: left;">“Friends encouraged me to develop the place more, as it can be turned into an attraction, so they said. So, I began to look into developing the land into something more appealing than it originally was. We began to put up the meandering path, construct huts and the chalets. We have gazeboes and shades for picnics and the children who come to use the pool.”<br /><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 12pt;">Bicycles ready for guests<br /></span><div style="text-align: left;">“We have chalets for those who wished to stay over. The people that come here are usually those who want to rest for a while away from their home or workplace environment. We have welcomed international visitors in the past, before the pandemic, and hope to, again.”<br />Visitors to Karanahan View, which is opened from 6am to 10pm daily, will usually be welcomed by a group of youngsters in traditional Dusun costumes, and beating of the gongs. They will be ushered in for welcome drinks and rest before embarking on any of the activities.</div></div><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></p><div style="text-align: left;">“Those who wish to just play around in the swimming pool can do so, while others go on the paddle boat. They can choose the inflatable boat to if they are so inclined. The remote-controlled boat is also quite popular as well as the remote-controlled car. Bicycles are also available for those who wish to go cycling. One of the best times to cycle is in the morning, when Mount Kinabalu can be clearly seen. Learning to fly a kite is also quite interesting, and one can crush up on one’s skills here.”</div><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></p><div style="text-align: left;">“For those who wish to commemorate the occasion of their visits, they can borrow the traditional costume there for a mere RM25 and pose for as many photographs as they want. There are many more activities here that can be of tremendous interest to guests such as paddy fields activities and fishing,” he enthuses.</div><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing">The 1.5 acre of land where Karanahan View stands is only part of a piece of land that Michael owns, and he will continue to expand his tourism site. He also runs a six-room homestay nearby. The rooms are clean and comfortable.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing">The houses are surrounded by a village’s natural environment, so guests can experience a real stay in the homes of a local. Karanahan View is an example of the ingenuity of an innovative landowner who wishes to participate in the tourism industry, even when there’s no particular significant landmark nearby. He carves beauty off a paddy field, and maintains the fields around the site, to enhance its attraction. The fields will serve as a reminder to the people about their heritage and past livelihood, while the tourism spot present man-made wonders.-PW<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><p><br /></p>Anna Viviennehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573348545032424969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1084958367674977662.post-89065121669862256262023-02-27T23:56:00.006+08:002023-02-28T10:41:11.365+08:00Turtle Tales in 2022<p style="text-align: left;"></p><p align="left" class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1oMdHDZnJbDlUaFeEWEJgooJe3POKnffzqD1ee8uDNYKjQ7EyPhvwt1qnF-eH3f52UOILAX_Xaox11lhBOgIRs5-wYOGewWTIIVbtrsN0E809bNvNMNYnb4_OTkb756g3_4RsSHYSwCskLmcmTl6JWiMevJm9GTsYkT7C9OSp0YnsjG21U7JI8sjm/s800/IMG-20220627-WA0030.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="751" data-original-width="800" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1oMdHDZnJbDlUaFeEWEJgooJe3POKnffzqD1ee8uDNYKjQ7EyPhvwt1qnF-eH3f52UOILAX_Xaox11lhBOgIRs5-wYOGewWTIIVbtrsN0E809bNvNMNYnb4_OTkb756g3_4RsSHYSwCskLmcmTl6JWiMevJm9GTsYkT7C9OSp0YnsjG21U7JI8sjm/s320/IMG-20220627-WA0030.jpg" width="320" /></a></p><div style="text-align: left;">KOTA KINABALU: A book
on Walai Penyu Conservation Park hit the market on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 to
coincide with the World Ocean Month.<br />The book is an
elaboration of the aspirations and struggles of its founder and managing
director Alexander Yee, co-authored with Dr. James Alin, an environmentalist.<br />James, in a brief interview said that he believed the book was important
to ensure that the generations to come would appreciate and understand the
importance of turtle conservation as well as the struggles of their
conservators.<br />The book entitled “A Tale of 30 Thousand Turtles” is about the journey of the
sea turtle conservation works on Libaran island, starting from the beginning
when the people from the village there still harvested turtle eggs
for food and commerce.<br />Through the years, with patience and tenacity, as well as education, Alexander
had convinced the people that conservation was necessary to ensure
the perpetuation of the species.<br />In the beginning objections from the villagers was rife and it
disheartened the founder tremendously, almost leading to him giving up
the praiseworthy project.<br />“His story was interesting and I believed that it should be compiled in a book.
All the happy and inspiring tales should be written and shared with others. At
that time, he was ready to give up due to villagers who were against his
conservation efforts,” James shared.<br />During a long heartfelt conversation between James and Alexander, about whether
or not the conservation efforts should be continued, a turtle came ashore,
right to their place where they were seated and started to lay its eggs.<br />“It was like a sign for me not to give up; that conservations should be
continued to ensure against their eventual extinction,” Alexander said.<br />A photograph immortalised the sights of the two happy men with the
turtle and now grace the back cover of the book.“30,000 baby sea turtles that had been released during the 10 years since
in 2010, thus the book title. <br />The proceeds from the sales of the book will go
to conservation programmes. <br />At the moment, the turtle conservation activities
are carried out by the Friends of Sea Turtles Education and Research (FOSTER).”<br />“We are planning to set up the FOSTER environment award to give recognition to
the media and the marine works carry out by Sabahan non-governmental
organisations (NGOs), individuals and groups. We will also set up a platform
for marine based NGOs in Sabah to exchange ideas so that we can have the
synergy flowing. We will work together with Tanjung Aru Marine Ecosystem Centre
(TAME) to conduct workshops and study sessions,” Alexander shared.<br />The sea turtle conservation efforts won the Asean Sustainable Tourism Standard
Award 2022-2023 for the rural category on March 2022 and the Best Tourism
Product 2019 awarded by Sabah Tourism Board.-PW<br /><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></div><p></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: left;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p>
<br /><p></p>Anna Viviennehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573348545032424969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1084958367674977662.post-80514991932850811762020-03-23T16:26:00.002+08:002020-03-23T16:28:53.410+08:00A Sanctuary for the Proboscis of Borneo<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Proboscis Feeding time</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 12pt;"><b>The Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary </b>in
Sandakan is a place where you don’t need to walk like the fictional pink
panther in the forest to sight these arboreal creatures. You can see them almost
everywhere; some sitting quietly on a branch, others jumping from branch to
branch nonchalantly while some others watch you as you pass by. This is not surprising
as there are more than 300 of these primates in the 260 hectares of land.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Actually, the land was supposed to be a part of a
plantation, Michael Lee Hing Huat, the owner shared.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 12.0pt;">In 1997, after they acquired the land, they set
about clearing it. They had engaged several workers to do the job for them. The
workers went to work very early but before they left, they kneaded flour to
make into pancakes when they returned for their coffee break. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 12.0pt;">However, they had a shock one day to find out that
their dough was missing. They looked high and low for it but couldn’t find the
dough and they surmised that somebody had stolen it. A few days of monitoring
and they found out that Proboscis Monkeys had entered the house and stolen the
dough. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Michael Lee</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 12.0pt;">So, they set up a trap for the primates, which was
a success, as they saw the red-haired creature staring at them when next they
looked into their trap. They showed the monkey to their boss, Lee’s late
brother, who was quite amazed with the catch. It was later confirmed that the
primate was a Proboscis monkey.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“We
realised that the Monkeys encroached into human dwelling as they were finding
it hard to find food. The severe drought brought about by El Nino had impacted
on their food source badly. To boot it all we had encroached into their natural
habitat. They had no choice but to steal food,” Lee said adding that this
prompt their next decision that resulted into the sanctuary they have today. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 12.0pt;">“We decided to leave that area alone for the
proboscis monkeys to ensure that they still have their dwelling place even as
we developed the land adjacent to this area.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 12.0pt;">The two workers who caught the monkey was later
assigned to specifically look after the primates.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 12.0pt;">“They went inside the jungle to survey their
population and also to construct a five-feet-high platform to feed the monkeys.
However, as time goes by, the raised platform was gradually lowered for the
convenience of the monkeys and the workers. Soon, the monkeys felt safe and began
to come out in numbers.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 12.0pt;">By that time, Lee had constructed a building and observation
balcony there as well as low feeding platforms for the primates to dine on. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Silver Langur eating his vegetables</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 12.0pt;">And on that note, the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey
Sanctuary came into being where more than 300 of these primates’ roam on
260-hectare land earmarked for their protection and mangrove forest conservation.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 12.0pt;">“We are still feeding the primates, although it is
more like a supplement for them. Not everyone come to feed at the platform. We
may see about 40 or so coming to the platform and eat. Sometimes more, but
not all of them come. So, it’s more of a supplement for their natural food.
There are four feeding hours for them and for visitors to see. Feeding time are
9.30am and 2.30pm at platform A, and 11.30am and 4.30pm at platform B. Both the
platforms are located 1.1-kilometre apart.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Lee believed that there may be an additional 10 to
20 monkeys a year and to ensure that the primates have ample space an additional
17-hectare land was purchased for this purpose, from a neighbouring landowner,
recently.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 12.0pt;">The proboscis monkeys are not the only group to
enjoy the sanctuary though; there are dozens of silver langur famously known as
‘David Beckham’ (England football player) due to its spiky hairstyle.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 12.0pt;">“The silver langurs actually follow the proboscis
monkeys to the feeding platform so we give them long beans, a supplement to
keep them healthy,” Lee said. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 12.0pt;">In fact, during my visit they were languishing on
the floor of the look out area, sitting on tables and shelves as well as on the
balustrades. They were not shy at all. A baby was seen running from one adult to
the other.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Other primates spotted include the pig-tailed
macaque and long-tailed macaque. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 12.0pt;">The orang utans saunter by sometimes to look for
ripe fruits, he added.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">One of the chalets</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 12pt;">For those who wish to visit Labuk to watch the primates,
they can also stay overnight as there are</span> six<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 12pt;"> units of timber chalets with
air-conditioning that can fit between 20 and 30 persons, two dormitories that
can cater for up to 40-60 people.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "comic sans ms"; font-size: 12.0pt;">To get there, travel to Samawang Village at Labuk
Bay, Sandakan; it is 38km away from the airport and takes about an hour to get
there. More information can be acquired from 089 672 133.-AV/MSN<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br />Anna Viviennehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573348545032424969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1084958367674977662.post-50032685448856816612020-03-22T22:42:00.000+08:002020-03-22T22:46:45.022+08:00Relax with Nature at Kinabatangan<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Nature Lodge Kinabatangan</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Reaching </b>the banks of Kinabatangan River late
in the evening when the sun had set and flickers of electricity lights were the
only illumination could be quite daunting. This was more so with the knowledge
that the river was home to hordes of crocodiles, who bear no reverence to mammon,
man or beasts.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">A fellow journalist and I travelled the long
drive from Kota Kinabalu, the State Capital to Kinabatangan River, in
Kinabatangan district, Sandakan Division.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Our travel was dotted by pit stops, some quite unintended as we ventured
into roads other than towards Kampung Bilit, our actual destination. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A cosy bed</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">When we did reach the river banks where the boat
from Nature Lodge Kinabatangan, our host, waited, we had travelled some 350 kilometres
in ten hours of driving. It was indeed a long journey and all we wanted to do
was check in, eat and sleep.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Checking in was absolutely heavenly, for the cabin
was cosy, the bed pristine and inviting and of course, there was hot water in
our shower. Nothing could be more important to the weary traveller.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A crocodile languishing in the mud</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">The Nature lodge have 13 units of these wooden
chalets and fitted with air-conditioning, ceiling fan and bathroom. They could accommodate
two people and an extra mattress upon request. I thought the room sized chalet well-appointed
and quite comfortable.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Dormitory units equipped with double bunk beds
cater for large group especially students, Front Office Supervisor, Sahnita
Bani informed us later adding that guests could also choose to set up their
tent at a camping site nearby.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Dinner at Café Haji Awang was filling, where
lots of local food were served with a choice of coffee and tea as well orange
juice and water. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tourists on a boat</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><br />Sleep was a spiral into a comfortable dreamless
state that was only interrupted with the muezzin call the faithful to prayers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Malaysian style breakfast was our fare. We had
fried noodles, eggs and baked beans among others. There was also pancakes and
bread. A filling breakfast to start the new day.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">After breakfast we were scheduled for a morning
river cruise to get a glimpse of wildlife along the river. I was excited to get
on this cruise, as my last sojourn in this area was about six over years ago.
The one and a half hour of cruising was very fruitful, thanks to our boatman Mohamad
Juri. He did have a very keen eye and could spot macaques walking around the
bank, birds flitting by and yes, crocodiles. We saw a huge one which he said
was about four metres long. I thought it looked quite wide too. We also saw two
smaller ones, about two metres long each and a baby croc, floating by. We
clicked away of course.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">After the cruise, there was a nature walk
lasting 45 minutes. For those who love nature, a slow meander should be taken
on the trail. Just don’t forget to spray on mosquito repellent. Later we took a
walk on the trail without anybody else. It was a surreal walk. Quiet except for
the periodic bird call, I enjoyed the walk under the coolness of the shade,
with the sunlight filtered through the tree tops. Lunch was served at 12noon
where we gratefully walked towards the restaurant to have our fill of delicious
filling food. There was chicken curry and mixed vegetables for lunch.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sahtina Bani</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">After lunch, we had a quick rest and then
joined in the afternoon river cruise with our boatman Mohamad and a tour guide</span>
<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Zulayqah
Roderick, who was born in Kg Bilit. A true local who knew everything about that
area.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">This afternoon was very interesting indeed as
we went into another side of the river, and saw a lot of wildlife including birds
such as kingfishers and darters. We also saw proboscis monkeys. They were all
over the trees, and seemed to put up a show. They jumped from one tree branch
to the other and crashing and hurtling from one branch to the other like boisterous
boys. Some of them would pause on a branch as if to pose for our furiously clicking
camera and phone camera. Some walked on the ground for a few seconds before
running up the tree again.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Zulaygah Roderick</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">We
moved on to another area and watched a congregation of pig-tailed macaque just
chilling around on branches and watching us. Some little ones were running
around on the ground, playing roll-over and jump. The older one, the parents
perhaps, sat on some logs watching their young. Other adults just kept a look
out, watching us. We were watching them as much as they were watching us. I
wondered how we looked like in their eyes.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">We went back to the restaurant, had our tea
and relaxed. Other guests went for the walks or siesta. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pig Tailed Monkeys </td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">We had a brief chat with the staff there where
we found out that they offered a lot of interesting activities for guests.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">For instance, they hold a cooking class for
the guests. The fare was usually traditional Ubian food. I thought that was
interesting as I had never learned to cook their traditional food. The tourists
would go home with such knowledge. Besides that they would also be able to try
their hand in batik painting. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Proboscis Monkeys</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">“Other than that, we also have tree planting
and river cleaning activities by visitors especially groups of students. We had
been visited by British student groups. They usually stay between two and five
nights,” she said.</span><span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">People from all over
the world had visited the area and stayed at Nature Lodge, she said, and they come from countries such as South Korea, Australia, America, Argentina, Estonia, China,
Spain and Hungary among others.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">She shared that an additional five chalets will be constructed soon, thereby augmenting the present
number of rooms.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">We checked out a day afterwards, bidding fond
farewell to the friendly staff. I looked at the chalets among the trees for a
while and once again marvelled at the beauty of nature; and how with a little
effort, human formations can be incorporated into the environment without compromising it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "tahoma" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">For those who wish to visit this area, you are
advised to call 0133516263 for more information.-AV/MSN<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br />Passionwriter58http://www.blogger.com/profile/07731335282860574714noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1084958367674977662.post-77935369024085811052020-02-28T21:03:00.001+08:002020-02-28T21:03:57.380+08:00UNIQUE UBIAN DANCE FROM USUKAN KOTA BELUD 0<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="270" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/L3z-M6HimgE" width="480"></iframe>Anna Viviennehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573348545032424969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1084958367674977662.post-87729426995518155162020-02-23T23:16:00.001+08:002020-03-22T22:51:04.970+08:00Stargazing at Tegudon<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">By the river of Togudon</td></tr>
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<b>Stargazing</b> is an interesting pastime or hobby and for those who wish to indulge in this activity, there is a place to go to in Kota Belud that will not disappoint. It’s a village where a river passes busily by and along its banks the paddy fields flourish.
<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is called Kg Tegudon, and the site in
particular is the Tegudon Tourism Village (TTV).<br />
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TTV hospitality bureau committee member Jakunis Gindua enthused
that Kampung Tegudon is the third most popular stargazing sites in Malaysia. They
officially welcomed visitors to gaze at the sky in May 2017 and since then
there has been an endless stream of stargazers flocking to this area.<o:p></o:p></div>
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“Last year we carried out three events here, and the
stargazers who came were not disappointed as they could always see the clear
night sky full of stars and meteor showers in the dark,” she shared adding that
the stargazers would lie down on their back looking at the clear night sky
while others would be glued to their telescope.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Guests coming from Sabah, Sarawak, Peninsular Malaysia,
Brunei, Singapore and Indonesia visited this area and according to her there
were no complaints from among them, they all went away happy with their experiences.<o:p></o:p></div>
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2017 was a memorable time for them and of course the
stargazers were awed as they recorded a total of 1,284 meteor showers and 18
fireballs blazing across the night sky, she said adding that they were visible
to the naked eye.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Presently, they are working closely with Sabah Stargazing
Association who will inform and guide them about the best time to look up the
sky and be amazed at the sights. <o:p></o:p></div>
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“The stargazers usually gather at the open space and lie on
the ground the whole night until the wee hours looking up at the night sky,”
Jakunis said, adding that all the lights at the site would be switched off to
optimise their vision.<o:p></o:p></div>
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She shared that those who wish to stargaze at their site
should let them know two weeks advance so they don’t miss out on space. The
space is quite limited and allow only 500 people at any one time. They also
rent out tents with costs according to the tent sizes. <o:p></o:p></div>
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If there are walk in guests, they are still welcomed but
they would have to sleep in their vehicles when there’s no space for them, she
shared.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The huts at TTV</td></tr>
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TTV boasts picturesque views of clear water river and paddy
fields with Mount Kinabalu in the distance. The village is located 15
kilometres away from Kota Belud Township.</div>
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Information can be acquired from Jakunis Gindua at 012
8287814.-MSN</div>
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Anna Viviennehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573348545032424969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1084958367674977662.post-40460581348515571522020-02-21T21:37:00.000+08:002020-03-22T23:01:34.853+08:00Enjoying Nature at its best<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The River at 3V</td></tr>
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<b style="font-family: "times new roman", serif; font-size: 12pt;">We all love splashing</b><span style="font-family: "times new roman", serif; font-size: 12pt;"> around
in a river with crystal clear water. It is reminiscent of a childhood in an
innocent past. Many who grew up in the village will have experienced this sort
of environment. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;">When I visited Kg Nahaba in Kota Belud, nostalgia was the first emotion that hit me; especially when I visited 3V which stands for Villa
Valley View. A river runs through the valley, rushing its crystal clear water on the pebbly water riverbed.</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Deren Liging</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;"><br /><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The river is under
the tagal system, which means no one is allowed to harvest the fish there for a
year or two until the tagal committee decides otherwise. The fish are then
harvested by the villagers.</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Meanwhile, a group
of people are taking care of the three kilometres of tagal river promoting it
as a tourism destination. This group of people called the area 3V and promoting
it as a place to picnic, to camp out and bath in the river, as well as fish
feeding. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">This group is led by
Deren Liging, 46, who shared that some 80 people are actively involved in the endeavor.
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">“The river called Woriu
is direct from Mount Kinabalu, therefore its crystal clear most of the time. We
have lots of fish in the river and we are now trying to make them a little
tamer by feeding them as we want to promote fish spa and fish feeding here too.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">“We also encourage our guests to hold picnics
here as this is a cool place, with tranquil natural environment that most
people will enjoy. We have several huts for our picnickers. These huts can be rented
out for overnight stays,” he disclosed.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;">According to him,
they are currently clearing out a trail for those who like jungle trekking. The
track will be about three kilometres round trip and the destination is a
waterfall they call ‘Wasai Ponohuan’ which means ‘waterfall for fish to lay eggs’
in Dusun. When the trail is completed, guests will be able to enjoy bird
watching. Besides the flora and fauna, they will also be able to enjoy the
freshness and challenge of a jungle walk.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">The camping ground
is spacious enough to accommodate 14 tents and students from SK Narinang has
camped there once quite comfortably, he shared, adding that their guests in the
past comprised of Malaysians and Singaporeans with a few westerners.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">“We hope that more
tourists will come and enjoy our nature here and what we have to offer. We can
also accommodate those who wants to hold their functions here such as birthdays
or other types of gatherings. Our site can accommodate some 300 people.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">“As for food, we
can provide food upon request. We usually cook traditional food. We don’t have
an eatery as yet but we hope to open up one soon,” Deren said.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">They also hope to
embark on the homestay programme where they will be able to share their lifestyle
and daily activities with their guests. The people who live in Kg Nahaba are traditionally
paddy planters and rubber tappers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">For more
information, call Deren at 018 9720839.-BNN<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br />Anna Viviennehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573348545032424969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1084958367674977662.post-72372512734232843262020-02-03T20:37:00.001+08:002020-02-03T20:37:29.475+08:00Edna Homestay, within sight of the sacred mountain<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">From right: Petrus, Edna and Edna's father</td></tr>
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<b>Waking up</b> with nature is the best holiday you can have especially when the air is invigoratingly cool. One of the best place to go to experience such an atmosphere is Edna Homestay. This homestay is sited in a
beautiful area of Melangkap Kota Belud. </div>
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I am sure many visitors are sorry to leave the homestay after a few days sojourn. This is because it is a beautiful place that one wish one can stay forever. It is also because the people there are so friendly and warm, that it almost feels like family</div>
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The three-storey house is right
in a place where waking up in the morning is an invigorating experience. If
your bed room is in the right position, you will see Mount Kinabalu, in its
full glory every time you wake wake.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Other Homestay near Edna</td></tr>
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Spokesperson for the homestay,
Petrus Sualan shares that they have three units of single houses, newly renovated
to ensure full comfort for their guests. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Guests have choices in this
homestay. They can stay in any of the to offer more choices and comfort <o:p></o:p></div>
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with four rooms in each floor.
They can also choose the dormitory where eight people can fit in very
comfortably.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Edna Homestay</td></tr>
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The rental fee per floor is
RM540 for the ground level (four rooms) with attached kitchen and refrigerator,
the first and second floors with three standard rooms and one VIP room is
RM600.<o:p></o:p></div>
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“Visitors can rent the whole
house for RM1,400 and save RM200. Many groups have stayed with us as we can accommodate
up to 50 people including those who bed down in the living room. We do provide
them with extra mattresses,” he shares.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Breakfast and dinner are provided
unless told otherwise. He says they are working with a caterer from Kota Belud
township for the halal menu.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Not that it is confined to these
foods, as they also offer Asian fusion food. In fact one can also request for
local traditional food but they must be informed in advance. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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“Not everyone likes
traditional food,” he quips adding that although he likes to promote such food
as one of their packages, he also serves guests according to their desires.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Those who come to stay in his
homestay usually go around to explore the surrounding villages, ride his ATV
(all terrain vehicle) or go fishing. Most enjoy photography due to the scenic
surrounding. The sky, the river, the forests and the mountains are good
backdrops for photographs, especially selfies.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Most of his guests are domestic,
he shares, adding that they come from Lahad Datu, Tawau and Limbang (Sarawak)
as well as Peninsula Malaysia.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Petrus shares that sometimes
Edna homestay may get full occupancy but he does not really worry much about it
as his sisters in law are running homestays too and he just check in his guests
at their homestay. Later the guests can gather in a common hall.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mt Kinabalu seen from another spot in Melangkap</td></tr>
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Though they are staying in different house,
they can always gather at the open hall here for buffet style breakfast or
dinner,” he says adding that the hall can accommodate up to 120 people,” he
said,<o:p></o:p></div>
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Nearby his homestay is Liza
homestay with 10 rooms, Eva Homestay has three rooms whilst his father-in-law
has four rooms. His guests are mostly church group. Juliet homestay has 10
rooms and will be adding another three more whilst Larraine Homestay has seven
rooms.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Petrus says business has been
good and attribute it to the good road condition in that area. He expresses his
hopes that it will keep on getting better due to eco-tourism awareness and
promotions.<o:p></o:p></div>
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To meet the rising demands, he
is planning to develop more rooms along the riverbanks, where two units of
air-conditioned houses with attached bathroom will be constructed.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Petrus is also the chairman of
Melangkap Kota Belud Tourism and Accommodation Association which boasts 47
homestay operators with 22 active members. There are nine ecotourism-based
operators and 13 homestay operators, providing a total of 200 rooms.<o:p></o:p></div>
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They are promoting Culture,
Adventure and Nature (CAN). Culture includes <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Dusun
traditional dance, music and farming to entertain visitors. The traditional
dance is usually performed to welcome guests or before the start of a function
upon request from the visitors coming here to experience the rural Lifestyle.</div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWlnHqjrGWE5SdG5lTvJikFoNRnTWs6O4g0yYYrBh_mxeXKqxzA9Qq2Sf4VuBp8bgq7Zo901EeDvZstsJcQm19dHwtuTgIeuRdrPwGxvfnnSVdNyrB0476MLnuoULU8e7AWOQ1A1yXBh4/s1600/edna+3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="436" data-original-width="904" height="192" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWlnHqjrGWE5SdG5lTvJikFoNRnTWs6O4g0yYYrBh_mxeXKqxzA9Qq2Sf4VuBp8bgq7Zo901EeDvZstsJcQm19dHwtuTgIeuRdrPwGxvfnnSVdNyrB0476MLnuoULU8e7AWOQ1A1yXBh4/s400/edna+3.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">One of Edna's bedroom</td></tr>
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<br />A is for adventure seekers who
wants to test their endurance by trekking up Kapa, Noriou, Tiong and Sayat Baru
or even Mount Melangkap which can be quite a challenge.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Another site that they had
just discovered and cleared is the Gunung Parang Melangkap or Mount Machete. He
says that it looks like a machete is seen from the foot of Mt Kinabalu.<o:p></o:p></div>
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N is for nature where guests
can learn about medicinal plants along the trail, he says.<o:p></o:p></div>
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With all the things they have to offer, I believe that periodic return is in order. After all what better way to wake up in the morning but to see the awesome Mt.
Kinabalu in the distance. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Information can be acquired
from Petrus at 014 650 1940.-BNN<o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />Passionwriter58http://www.blogger.com/profile/07731335282860574714noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1084958367674977662.post-1052133302672337092020-01-19T22:48:00.004+08:002020-01-19T22:52:09.692+08:00By the Rivers of Telungan<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">By the River of Telungan</td></tr>
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<b style="font-family: "calibri light", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Visiting Kampung </b><span style="font-family: "calibri light" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Talungan in Kota Belud is an unforgettable experience. The drive towards this village is scenic, if a little bumpy. The air is invigorating, the atmosphere very rural and the people are absolutely welcoming. For all that, it is a typical village, sited among gentle
hills and two rivers that come together there and flow towards a larger river.
The people are mostly sustenance farmers and rubber tappers, eking their livelihood
from the land and sending their children to school.</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Harlina Daiti</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri light" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">With the onset of education, some of the people there
are now government servants while others work in the city in the private sector.
With knowledge comes their desire for their own betterment and one of the
ventures that they had gone into is ecotourism. This village has plenty to show
where eco-tourism is concerned. This community based-tourism has brought the
villagers side income to complement their revenue.</span></div>
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<span style="mso-bookmark: _Hlk30365823;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "calibri light" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Talungan which means ‘the meeting of two rivers’ is
one of the earliest villages to embark on the venture. With its picturesque rolling
hills and rushing river, the villagers who were encouraged by other ecotourism
players, embarked on this venture and the rest as they say is history.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Journalists and Kadamaian Tourism Association (KATA)<br />
member (right) visiting Kg Telungan<br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri light" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">The
main tourism attraction there is of course the river, which is teeming with
fish as the villagers practiced an ancient form of river management called ‘tagal’
or ‘Bombon’ where the harvesting is done only once every year or once every two
years. This allows the fish to grow and also to multiply, ensuring that the
river is every populated with fish.</span></div>
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<span style="mso-bookmark: _Hlk30365823;"><span style="font-family: "calibri light" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">The
Bombon Committee usually decides when to harvest and all the fish caught at
that time are divided equally among the members, or villages. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="mso-bookmark: _Hlk30365823;"><span style="font-family: "calibri light" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">The
villagers of Kg Talungan formed their committee in 1996 and <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>in 2015 they decided to promote their destination
as Tagal Village Ecotourism Talungan.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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<span style="mso-bookmark: _Hlk30365823;"><span style="font-family: "calibri light" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Chairperson
of Tagal Village Ecotourism Talungan, Harlina Daiti <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>said it was officially launched by the</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark: _Hlk30365823;"><span style="font-family: "calibri light" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;"> <span lang="EN-US">Rural Development Minister Datuk Ewon Benedict who was then
political secretary to Deputy Chief Minister cum Agriculture and Food Industry
Minister in 2016.</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark: _Hlk30365823;"><span style="font-family: "calibri light" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="mso-bookmark: _Hlk30365823;"><span style="font-family: "calibri light" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">She
shared that there are </span></span><span style="mso-bookmark: _Hlk30365823;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "calibri light" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">76 members in the working committee divided into three
groups to manage the ecotourism site voluntarily without salary. Each group is
headed by a leader and assisted by a deputy.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="mso-bookmark: _Hlk30365823;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "calibri light" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">A school teacher St Edmund in Kota Belud, Harlina shared
that she usually worked at the site on Saturdays.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="mso-bookmark: _Hlk30365823;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "calibri light" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Tourists who visit the village will enjoy the drive
through the countryside. The scenic route is marred by the bumpy road, but this
could all be chalked up as an adventure. Upon reaching the village they will be
able to walk around and bath in the river or feed the fish. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="mso-bookmark: _Hlk30365823;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "calibri light" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">The Tagal Village Ecotourism Talungan is located about
21 kilometres away from Kota Belud town via Jalan Sayap and Jalan Tambulian
Piasau.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="mso-bookmark: _Hlk30365823;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "calibri light" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">It takes about 30 minutes’ drive to reach the
destination but the road condition to the village is still very poor only a
short distance is tarred whilst the remainder is gravel and dirt road. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="mso-bookmark: _Hlk30365823;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "calibri light" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">For those who wish to visit this village, they may
call 013 6052421 for more informat</span></span><span style="font-family: "calibri light" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">ion. -MSN</span></div>
<br />Passionwriter58http://www.blogger.com/profile/07731335282860574714noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1084958367674977662.post-43677812506056868132020-01-19T21:12:00.000+08:002020-01-19T21:12:16.154+08:00Dining with setting sun<div style="color: #222222; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 26px; margin-bottom: 26px;">
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<b>Blazing sunsets </b>never fail to
amaze most of us. It is wondrous to behold especially all the colours that seem
to mix together in all its brilliant hues. Most people think of the sunset as a
promise of another amazing da, while others might think of it as a tapestry of
nature that makes up the universe…for the poetic, it’s nature’s painting in all
its brilliance. It all boils down to admiration of a beautiful scene. <o:p></o:p></div>
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To see one in all its
brilliance, one should watch it from Sutera Harbour's Horizons Sky Bar and
Cigar Lounge. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The sunset seen from this
location is awesome as there is nothing on its way. The mix of colours lighting
up the horizon are just so brilliantly diverse that one can only admire it with
the almighty creator in mind.<o:p></o:p></div>
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While at the site, enjoy what
the Horizons Sky Bar and Cigar Lounge has to offer. It is one of the hotel's
newest addition in the food and beverage department. Sited at the rooftop, this
outlet comes alive at sunset, which is anytime from 5pm onward. The blazing
sunset usually occurs at 5.45pm to 6.30pm and then the sky will slowly turn
dark. There are of course lights from the city and the occasional plane that
flies overhead, but nothing beats the sunset.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Those who wish to dine in the
outlet will be able to sample delicious Italian food. They are delicious in its
moderate portion but very filling to.<o:p></o:p></div>
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There are two sets of menus to
choose from; both sumptuous and will titillate the palate enough to make one a
return diner. The mesclun salad with smoked duck breasts is incredibly good and
should be followed by the crab meat soup. The mushroom risotto with cheese is
nicely filling. As for the mains, the lamb shank with beer and rosemary is good
but a personal favourite is the Atlantic cod fish fillet with poached egg and
spinach.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />To savour all the delectable
food served, visit the outlet and indulge in the sumptuous food served. While
you are at it, enjoy the blazing sunset, the cool evening air and the cosy
ambiance in that rooftop outlet. With good music in the background, this is a
place where one goes to at the end of the day after a hard day’s work and enjoy
the end of the day.<o:p></o:p></div>
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For those who wish to get a
couple of drinks, this is the best place to be. There is an assortment of
drinks at the bar from 7pm onward. It's closed on Monday though.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The Pacific Sutera Hotel is a five-star
establishment in Kota Kinabalu with 500 well-appointed rooms and suites. It is
about 20 minutes’ drive away from the Kota Kinabalu International Airport
(KKIA) and 10 minutes’ drive from the city centre.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Information can be acquired
from 088 303 240.-MSN<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Extreme Sports</b> fans
can now indulge in a game that requires them not only to exercise vigorously,
but enhance their stamina and alertness. These great toys can be a lot of fun
especially for those who want to ‘battle’ it out in the garden or hold a ‘shoot
out’ against one another’s team.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The good news is Gelsoft Sabah was officially
launched today at a leading hotel by the Minister of International Trade and
Industry (MITI) Datuk Darrel Leiking.<o:p></o:p></div>
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During the event, he
also witnessed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing ceremony between
Sabah and led by George Tann Junior and Australia represented by Siva Sara the
Chief International Officer of Gelsoft Australia.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Speaking to
reporters after the ceremony, Darrell said the extreme sport started with only
a few interested individuals but now boasted 32 groups in 10 locations in the
State.<o:p></o:p></div>
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He said this augured
well for the sport as it had caught the attention of like-minded youth, which enhanced
interaction and rapport among them.<o:p></o:p></div>
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“This is a healthy
sport where they can sweat out. It is better for them to sweat out (in the
sport) and interact.”<o:p></o:p></div>
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<o:p> </o:p><span style="text-indent: 0in;">On another note, he
said Tann wanted to apply to the Government to create a business manufacturing these
gel soft blasters. With the technology between Australia and Sabah, they would
be able to export the products from out of the State.</span></div>
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“Of course, first of all they have to sort out
any legalities, I think they are doing it. We have the relevant authorities
here that want to help them out. I support this, as a lot of our children stay
at home, which is good, but could be unhealthy for them.”<o:p></o:p></div>
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On the national
focus for youth development, he said in MITI the focus was in manufacturing
which is an industry that we want to bring to Sabah. But this has to be an initiative
by investors. We support them but they have to acquire permission and license
from the Government to manufacture gel soft blaster.<o:p></o:p></div>
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“In Warisan, we
encourage our youth to look into business ventures that can give them a good
lifestyle. We must no longer be blaming the people for our own shortcomings. We
must find something that will group people together.”<o:p></o:p></div>
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Meanwhile, Tann
said their first step would be carrying out safety awareness campaign to the
public throughout Sabah because some might not understand the sport.<o:p></o:p></div>
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He said they would
show members of the public what the game was all about, adding that they would hold
a road show around Sabah.<o:p></o:p><br />
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“We will work with
the relevant authorities in our endeavors, including the police,” he said.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Some 300 people
attended the event. An exhibition of the ‘weapons’ and costumes were also held.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"> Also
present during today’s events were Minister of Youth and Sports Phoong Jin Tze,
Sabah Police Commissioner Datuk Omar Mammah
and Social and Digital Media Manager of Gelsoft Australia Gilly Palacios, Chief
Operations Officer of Gelsoft Australia Joe Zarillo, Chief International officer of Gelsoft
Australia Siva Sara, Chief Deputy Superintendent of Penampang District Police
Mohd Haris Hj Ibrahim an officer from the Penampang District Police, Insector
Arisanti Aziz.-MSN</span>Passionwriter58http://www.blogger.com/profile/07731335282860574714noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1084958367674977662.post-48325105250158135372020-01-08T20:24:00.001+08:002020-01-08T20:24:28.846+08:00Sojourn in the garden of peace, Capernaum<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<b><br /> One</b> should stay more than a couple of days at Capernaum Garden in
Narinang Kota Belud. The peace and tranquility of that place can be a balm to tired and weary individuals who wish to get out of the hustle and bustle of the city once in a while. It also brings to mind a certain Galilean Ministry some 2000 years
ago, where miracles were performed and the greatest religion was founded. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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The garden in Kota
Belud is a place where one goes to relax and enjoy the tranquility and calmness
of a countryside. There one can enjoy the sounds of the forests and the river
that flows nearby the garden. This is a place where night falls in utter
calmness….no cars revving up or motorbikes passing by with its engines cranked high.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />Capernaum Garden
boasts two swimming pools, one for adults at four and a half feet deep and one
two and a half feet deep. The water in the pool is from the river that passes
nearby.<o:p></o:p></div>
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There is also a natural
pool in the river, where guests can enjoy cool and fresh flowing water, with fruit
trees and natural bushes along the river.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />Its owner Michael
Liman, 51, shares he also planted fruit trees around his property and when it’s
in season, guests will be able to enjoy jackfruits and durians among others.
Besides that they also plant their own vegetables.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Besides fruit
trees, there are also herbs planted in the vicinity. Guests can request Michael
for a walk thru for this where he will share the uses of the herbs concerned.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Those who wish to
stay in Capernaum can choose to stay in any of the four cabins or dorm style at
the Longhouse. The cabins are quite comfortable and well aired.<o:p></o:p></div>
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There is also a kitchen
available for those who wish to cook, but if they require the host to cook for
them<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>they have to inform the management
in advance. The food will not be included in the accommodation prices.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">At Capernaum Garden</td></tr>
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<br />Michael says that
he will be upgrading his homestay soon, where he will build more washrooms
nearer the cabins as well as an eatery. He will also look into constructing
more cabins.<o:p></o:p></div>
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For those who wish
to stay in Capernaum and enjoy the peaceful ambiance of the garden, they may
call Michael at 018 8748845 for more information.-MSN<o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />Passionwriter58http://www.blogger.com/profile/07731335282860574714noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1084958367674977662.post-53241625209363335852020-01-08T15:46:00.003+08:002020-01-08T19:12:30.558+08:00At the beach in Toburon, Kota Belud<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<b><br />THE</b> houses and chalets by the beach are stuff that dreams are made of. A place where one wish one can enjoy the beach front and the mangroves without ever having to leave. It is a place that most visitors feel like staying for a long time, if not forever. Alas, one can only visit and stay as long as one can, but have to leave afterwards.</div>
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This is Toburon Beach, a tourism site developed based on the concept of the Dusun Tobilung community in
Kota Belud.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The house stands at
40 by 60 feet showing an ancient architecture utilised by the people in that
area. It is a basic house for guests, who wish to experience the people’s old
way of life, where beds were piled on the bamboo floor.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Its<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Manager Abar Gumpai said he got the idea to
build the traditional house after the Kadamaian Tourism Association (KATA), President Walter Kandayon and Panorama Paradise Ecotourism Resort, Operator Sylvester Junid came to
inspect the site in 2017 at Abar's invitation.<o:p></o:p></div>
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He said he wanted
his place to be unique and stand out on its own, so he abstained from building
just another house or chalets.<o:p></o:p></div>
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He said he is quite
pleased with the outcome as many international tourists have expressed their
appreciation for its authenticity.<o:p></o:p></div>
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He initially wanted
to build it as a family home but since tourists took interest in it, he decided
to rent it out as a homestay.<o:p></o:p></div>
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This encouraged him
to build nine more huts there, where one can utilize for a day stay. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He
doesn’t encourage overnight stay in the huts as guests can be exposed to the
elements, being that they are very close to the sea.<o:p></o:p></div>
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For guests who wish
to explore the mangrove area, he has a boat ready for river cruises. The six-seater
boat stands ready at the jetty to bring tourists around. They can travel for
two kilometres upriver and thereabout.<o:p></o:p></div>
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He is not about to
rest in his laurels and enjoy his achievement thus far. In future he plans to establish an eatery where
he will serve food, notably local food upon demand. He also plans construct a
hall and a swimming pool for guests convenience and enjoyment.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Abar is already
welcoming visitors from as far as Korea and he hopes that more international
and domestic tourists will come and enjoy his hospitality.<o:p></o:p></div>
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For photography
buffs they will enjoy the beach as the sunset is spectacular. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Overnight guests at
the eco resort will be provided with three meals; breakfast, lunch and dinner
with the selling prices from RM10 to RM15.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The traditional
menus are also available but it will only be served upon request from the visitors.
Besides that, the visitors can also do their own cooking at the kitchen and for
those staying at the chalets they can rent the stove.<o:p></o:p></div>
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For those who wish
to enjoy Abar’s place, don’t hesitate to call him at 012 8391045.-MSN<o:p></o:p></div>
<br />Passionwriter58http://www.blogger.com/profile/07731335282860574714noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1084958367674977662.post-22310307174589130452020-01-08T13:27:00.002+08:002020-01-08T13:27:37.752+08:00Rest and relax amidst the paddy fields<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>FOR </b>those who have worked in the paddy fields, they know it is not an easy task. However there are those who have never worked in one before. To them visiting the green patch of land where paddy are planted is a treat; as it indeed is. It is an educational and inspiring experience that one should indulge in at least once in one's life.</div>
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In Kg Tempasuk 1, Kota Belud, there is a piece of land that has been developed into an area when guests can reminisce life of times gone by, while others revel in the wonder of another's way of life.</div>
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Owner Michael Asik, 47, says he developed the 1.5 acre of land where he constructed a pond for visitors to play on paddle boats or just sit around and enjoy the view.</div>
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They may also feed the fish in the pond, he shares, adding that they do hold fishing competitions too. Those who catches a fish can either keep it at a cost or release it back, especially if its too small.</div>
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During the right time, visitors can participate in harvesting paddy, separating them from the stalks, de-husking and other such work that pertains to paddy.</div>
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"Or during ploughing, they can held to plough, comb and flatten the land to get ready for planting," he said.</div>
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There are several small gazebos on the developed piece of land on the paddy fields, where one can picnic or sit around just to get out of the sun.</div>
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"We do not cater any food for our guests as yet, but we will cater upon demand. We hope to establish an eatery within the area in the near future," he shared.</div>
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Micheal also runs a six-room homestay nearby. The rooms are comfortable and the houses are surrounded by a vilage's natural environment, so guests can experience a real stay in the homes of a local.</div>
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The views from his homestay is fantastic as guests can view Mount Kinabalu very clearly on a good day. The mountain and the paddy fields makes for excellent photographs.</div>
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Those who wish to sojourn briefly at the paddy fields have to pay an entry fee of RM5 for adults and RM3 for children. It opens from 8am to 6pm.</div>
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Michael said wedding photographers usually came in to take their clients photos here due to the beautiful view.</div>
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"In fact one can hold a wedding here. We can easily accommodate a substantial crowd, but they must consult with us first so that we can arrange the event for them properly," he stressed.</div>
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Michael's homestay is under Kadamaian Tourism Association (KATA). More information on his homestay can be acquired from him at 013 8048485.-MSN</div>
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Passionwriter58http://www.blogger.com/profile/07731335282860574714noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1084958367674977662.post-42252639593118914772019-12-24T16:02:00.001+08:002019-12-24T16:02:23.961+08:00E West's CNY fare <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The array of food at E West</td></tr>
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<b>The Chinese New Year</b> is fast approaching and most celebrants are now busy getting ready to welcome the Year of the Rat. Most are looking forward to exciting activities during that time.<br />
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One of the most awaited for event at that time is the family reunion dinner, where members of the family from all over the country come together to feast.<br />
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For those who want to have their reunion dinner in comfort, E West is one of the best place to go to in town. The restaurant is comfortable and spacious, while the staff are attentive and courteous.<br />
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The E West Restaurant 's Head Chief Chinese Kitchen , Chef Joseph Chang has prepared a 9-course table set menus promotion in conjunction with the Chinese New Year celebration.<br />
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The RM888++ table set menu for 10 pax include three hot and cold combination, crab meat soup with dried scallops, fish lip and fish maw, steamed corn-fed chicken with ginger sauce and Hong Kong style steamed Dragon Garoupa.<br />
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Diners will also be served fried prawn with cereal, black pepper ostrich meat served in noodle basket, stir fried celery with fresh scallops, fried rice with crab meat and salted egg and Chinese sticky rice as dessert. The package is inclusive of a bottle of wine.<br />
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The E West banquet hall can cater all types of functions either corporate meetings and events, engagements, weddings, full moon parties, birthdays or any social events. The hall<br />
can accommodate up to 200 seats for sit in dinner function or 320 seats if combine with<br />
restaurant space.<br />
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So if you want to hold your family gathering during the occasion call 088 221 233 for more information.-pr/MSNPassionwriter58http://www.blogger.com/profile/07731335282860574714noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1084958367674977662.post-40043282389812637042019-12-24T16:01:00.000+08:002019-12-24T16:01:00.420+08:00Get something Tasty from Tasty Wok at Venition during CNY<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<b>To all Chinese New Year</b> celebrants, celebrating the Lunar New Year always involves family. This is where they all come home to be together and enjoy the holidays as well as eating and drinking.<br />
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The restaurant is offering two Chinese New Year Family Set Menu 2020 and New Chinese New Year 2020 Dishes, available for booking now for 24th Jan till 9 February 2020.<br />
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The Chinese New Year Family Set Menu 2020 is a 6-course table set menu enough for 4-6 pax, priced at RM399++ per set or RM499++ inclusive of a bottle of red wine. Menu includes steamed rice, rainbow fish maw soup, salted steamed corn chicken, Vietnamese prawn, prosperity seafood and fatt choi mixed vegetables with tang hoon and crispy fresh milk as dessert.<br />
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New Chinese New Year 2020 Dishes is an a la carte signature dishes prepared as an add on to the table set menu where diners can pick the dishes that they like. Among the dishes are fatt choi herbal chicken soup with Chinese yam RM55++, Vietnamese style prawns RM45++ and yam lamb RM66++, homemade preserved duck with sweet peas and arrowhead RM50++, steam salted corn<br />
chicken RM58++, and fatt choi oyster with mushroom RM75++ and stir fried scallop and prawns with sweet peas RM45++. While to add on Yee Sang or Yusheng the rate is RM116.00++ per set.<br />
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Tasty Wok Venition established since March 2010 is located at Jalan Lintas (Lido- Kepayan bypass).<br />
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<b>KOTA BELUD :</b> Semangat saling berkerjasama dalam satu pasukan dikalangan ahli komuniti berasaskan pelancongan telah terbukti membawa hasil kejayaan. </div>
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Turut berbangga dengan pendapatan Eko Pelancongan Kalangadanku (EPKK) Kampung Nahaba yang 2 tahun berturut turut menunjuk prestasi menjana pendapatan.</div>
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Penolong Pegawai Pembangunan Daerah, Salleh Ombang yang mewakili Pegawai Daerah berucap demikian di Majlis Pembahagian Bonus Tahunan 2019 Ahli di Mini Dewan EPKK Kg Nahaba disini.</div>
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"Turut bangga dengan kejayaan pengurusan yang memberi bonus kepada ahli sebagai galakan. Gandakan usaha dan berganding bahu memberi perkhidmatan yang terbaik kepada pengunjung " , kata Salleh.</div>
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Katanya, daerah ini terkenal membangunkan eko pelancongan yang dibangunkan oleh komuniti secara gotong royong dan kian pesat.</div>
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Walter Kandayon, Presiden Persatuan Pelancongan Kadamaian (KATA) berkata , Community Based Tourism (CoBT) yang telah dimulakan sejak 2014 kini telah membuahkan sedikit hasil kejayaan. </div>
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EPKK Kg Nahaba berjaya memenuhi konsep CoBT dan kali ke 2 mengagihkan bonus kepada ahli-ahlinya.</div>
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"Ini membuktikan bahawa penyampaian bonus adalah pengurusan yang telus diagihkan kepada ahli-ahli, 4 tahun yang lalu kita sudah melihat hasilnya," kata Walter.</div>
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Tambahnya, EPKK adalah antara CoBT yang berhasil , berjaya dan sedang menjana pendapatan. Terdapat beberapa ahli KATA turut mengagihkan bonus atau dividen salah satu prinsip dalam CoBT.</div>
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" Kita semakin membuktikan bahawa konsep CoBT amat releven terutama memastikan setiap individu (ahli) menerima kek yang adil kesan penjanaan aktiviti pelancongan. Ia juga indikasi kejayaan pengurusan yang telus dan mampan dari CoBT setempat," kata Walter yang juga Presiden Gabungan Persatuan Pelancongan Luar Bandar Negeri Sabah (FeRTAS).</div>
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Sementara itu Pengerusi EPKK Kg Nahaba , Dairon Malun berkata, Penyerahan Bonus Tahunan tersebut memberi semangat untuk terus berkerjasama memajukan EPKK dan mengukuhkan lagi semangat perpaduan dikalangan ahli. EPKK mempunyai 182 ahli berdaftar.</div>
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Passionwriter58http://www.blogger.com/profile/07731335282860574714noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1084958367674977662.post-21381383166060309882019-12-19T15:30:00.000+08:002019-12-19T15:30:26.463+08:00CNY at Runway<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<strong>The </strong><b>Chinese New Year</b> celebrated on January 25, will see the entrance of the Rat. The New Year , Rat or otherwise, will always be celebrated with pomp and pageantry as usual where Lion dances will be held every where in the city.</div>
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Of course, it will also be a time for feasting, where celebrants will hold reunion dinners, with lots of good food, while the children and unmarried relatives get their red packet.</div>
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For those who wish to dine out during this time Runway Café in Tanjung Aru is just the place to go. They have prepared a special Chinese New Year promotion to usher the coming Chinese New Year celebration.</div>
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Diners can choose between two set of menu at this time. The first set is priced at RM288++ enough to serve 3-5 diners. This package includes braised sea-cucumber with crab meat soup, steam fish nyonya style, salt and pepper prawn, steam salted corn chicken and stir-fried beef with cashew nuts as well as Fatt Choy braised assorted mushroom and mix fruit.</div>
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Set B priced at RM688++ is enough to serve 6-10 diners. The menu list include Fortune Seasons’ platter, braised fish maw with shark fin and dried scallop soup, steam gravy corn chicken, roasted plum duck and Cheong Cheng style red snapper. Diners will also enjoy the pan fry prawn with sweet chili bean, braised scallop and sea cucumber with broccoli , golden fried rice with salted egg and snow fungus with longan .</div>
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For those who wants Yee Sang, it is available at RM68++ per set but please book in advance. Call Runway Café at 088 218084 /<br />219084.</div>
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Runway Cafe established since 2008, a Fusion concept restaurant cafe serving authentic Chinese, Malay, Baba Nyonya cuisine &amp; Western cuisine and other local favorites. It opens from 8am-12 midnight daily and can accommodate from 80 up to 120 people.</div>
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Anna Viviennehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04573348545032424969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1084958367674977662.post-63941529375973390822019-12-19T10:56:00.000+08:002019-12-19T10:56:06.380+08:00Celebrate CNY at Super 7 Restaurant <div dir="auto" style="background-color: white;">
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<b>The Chinese New Year</b> celebration will be here soon. This is a time when most celebrants will look forward to the family reunion and of course to feasting and general merriment. The gift of money in a red packet is also something to look forward to, especially by children and unmarried people. </div>
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Most may not want to slave in the kitchen for the day as they don't want to be too tired to celebrate the occasion. Super 7 Restaurant has just the answer, dine at their place and don't worry about the food as the Head Chef , Chef Wong Chee Vui, a local chef with more than 15 years will ensure that everything is taken care of.</div>
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He has prepared a sumptuous spread of Chinese New Year tables set menu for the coming Chinese New Year Celebration and is available for booking for the whole month January 2020.</div>
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It is 9-course table set menu priced at RM688++ (JD Member) RM718++ (Non-Member) where diners will be served Super 7 double plate combo (Stewed duck & corn-fed chicken), braised 8 treasure soup, steam dragon tabby grouper, and steamed yam pork belly. Besides that he will also serve Super 7 ring, Chef’s special soy sauce prawn, stir fried celery with Chinese sausage, golden garlic fried rice and papaya pudding as dessert.</div>
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For those who wish to dine at Super 7 Restaurant for lunch and dinner, it is an all -day dining outlet that serves mainly Chinese dishes and dim sum. They open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner from 8am till 11:30pm.</div>
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For more details and booking inquiry, please contact 088 722888/728988 or contact HOTLINE 011-2528898.-MSN</div>
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<b>A Christmas</b> Lighting Ceremony held by The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu was a fun event where their team members, friends and business partners came together to enjoy an evening of togetherness and good food. The event was held at the Tangerine where the attendees witnessed the lighting of a centre piece where the tools of the trade were exhibited.</div>
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During the event, the General Manager Chloe Loo, addressed the audience where she conveyed her appreciation for their constant support for taking time out to celebrate with them their first Christmas Lighting Ceremony.<br />
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She shared that the tree was not traditional as they wanted to build a bigger and different tree that would also mirror their Green Hotel values, the 4R- recycle, reuse, reduce and recover. </div>
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With the help of her Maintenance and Housekeeping teams, they built the core structure with recycled flooring and plywood, then gathered recycled items from all departments to showcase on the tree. </div>
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She said her teams' effort turned an obstacle into an opportunity and "it truly proves that positive change can be achieved when unison is formed based on clear vision."</div>
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"This time of the year is a great time to gather, unwind, reflect and to give thanks with a grateful heart," she said adding that their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) project this year was to collect gifts for children of the Bundu Tuhan Don Bosco Children's Home in Ranau, through their Angel Tree.</div>
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"Pick a tag with the child’s name and age from the tree, prepare a present for the child. Once ready, attach the tag onto the gift and place it under this Christmas tree by 24th December," she shared.</div>
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" You can write down your contact details on the tag for the child to thank you later or remain an anonymous Santa if you’d like. We will then visit the Home with all your presents and celebrate Christmas with them with food and fun activities."</div>
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" It’s a meaningful activity that will warm the children’s hearts this festive season so I encourage all of you to pick a name tag today! Apart from that, we also have Christmas cupcakes selling for RM8 each, and 70% of the profit will go straight to organising the a Christmas party with the children." </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px; text-align: center;">Chloe (right) with her guests and in-house Santa</td></tr>
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" As for Christmas Eve, we will have our extensive Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet, which will be bigger than tonight’s spread. There will be carolers from SDA church and a lucky draw with prize like a year free of gym membership and etc. Our usual Christmas popular items are lamb and turkey with cranberry and orange sauce, seafood paella rice, American beef pie, BBQ corner and croissant butter pudding with vanilla sauce." </div>
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"This buffet dinner is RM119 per adult and RM60 per child. On New Year’s Eve, we have something fun planned. New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet with complimentary glass of wine/ beer/ mock tail, lucky draw, live band performance, pool party and 2020 countdown lighting celebration led by myself and our team. Then followed by drinks promotion at our poolside. This buffet dinner is RM150 per adult and RM75 per child. We have a festive counter here for you to ask questions and make reservations. We hope you can support one of these events, we promise there will be full of good food and music."</div>
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"This year, we are extremely blessed to have met many new friends in and out of the industry and have gotten a lot of guidance in things we have achieved. Currently, we are working on rebranding ourselves to present a new and better image to the public." </div>
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She also shared that they were working hard on renovating their rooms, kitchen, conference rooms and garden, that would be open to all in-house guests.</div>
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The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu is a 4-star hotel sited on a hill at the Karamunsing area. Its location is convenient for both business travellers and leisure guests. Standing majestically on a hill, it overlooks the hustle and hustle of the city on one side and serene tropical rainforest on the other. It is ten minutes walk away from the city centre where guests can visit shopping malls, similar complexes and restaurants.</div>
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Information can be acquired from 088-217222.-MSN</div>
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