Essence of Borneo

  BANGKOK: Malaysia Airlines is excited to announce the launch of flights to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) in Paris, marking a significant milestone in the airline's European expansion. This new route, set to commence on 22 March 2025, will be Malaysia Airlines' 68th destination, further solidifying its role as the gateway to Asia and beyond. In celebration of this route's return after nearly a decade, Malaysia Airlines is introducing the "Time for Paris" campaign. Tickets will be available for purchase starting 6 September 2024, featuring an introductory all-inclusive return fare of THB 25,500. The service will operate four weekly flights from 22 March 2025, departing directly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 1 aboard the A350-900 aircraft, with daily flights commencing on 29 March 2025. Paris, celebrated for its iconic landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, and Notre-Dame Cathedral, offers a rich tapestry of world-class cu...

KOTA KINABALU:   Garnering valuable insights for personal and professional growth from a successful entrepreneur can accord young aspirants a roadmap to strive and cultivate a fulfilling and successful life. For Cleopatra Lajawai, Chief Executive Officer of AEI Wellness Sdn Bhd, a prominent leader in sustainable Wholistic wellness lifestyle products, services, and trade events, there are guidelines that can be adhered to for success. Discovering Your Passion "Understanding your passion is the cornerstone of any meaningful journey. If you find yourself uncertain about what truly excites you, take the time to explore different interests. Engage in self-reflection, seek guidance from mentors, or participate in workshops. The journey to discovering your passion can be transformative and enlightening, setting the stage for the goals you will pursue." Translating Passion into Action Cleopatra, a Penampang-born entrepreneur, shared that once young entrepreneurs have identi...

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. Smital, the General Manager and the Dining area 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. local favourite, Inava 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 va...

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. Chicken Wing, a local favourite 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. Quail 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. Squids Those who wish to break their fast watching the sunset and listening to sounds of nature should check out Shangri-La Rasa Ria's ...