Friday 28 February 2014

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Posted: 27 Feb 2014 03:58 AM PST

Luggage Label : Runnymede Hotel, Penang

Luggage Label for Runnymede Hotel, Penang

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Catering Sales Manager - Saujana Hotel & Resort | Online Jobs in ...

Posted: 26 Feb 2014 10:15 AM PST

Welcome to our Sanctuary. Picture breathing in the fresh, invigorating air of a peaceful sanctuary against a sprawling backdrop of nature and its luscious green views.

The Saujana Hotel Kuala Lumpur, strategically located 30 minutes from Kuala Lumpur city centre, 35 minutes from the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and only 5 minutes from the Subang Skypark, combines comfort and adventure amidst 160 hectares of lush tropical gardens. Taking its name from an old Malay expression 'sejauh di sana' meaning – as far as the eye can see –the 210-room retreat adjoined to two 18-hole championship golf courses of Saujana Golf & Country Club is an idyllic haven for business and pleasure.

A world of sublime indulgence awaits you at The Club Saujana Resort Kuala Lumpur.

Positioned as the ultimate urban retreat, The Club Saujana Resort is nestled amidst 160 hectares of lush tropical gardens and fringed by two 18-hole championship golf courses of Saujana Golf & Country Club. A haven for business and leisure travellers, the resort's architecture, interior and outstanding accommodation reflects a contemporary Asian style incorporating local inspired design elements. In providing guests a unique and culturally inviting experience, The Club Saujana Resort reflects all the charms of true Asian hospitality.

HOTEL ACCOLADES
Condé Nast Traveller "Hot List 2009"
DestinAsian "2009 Luxe List"
TripAdvisor's Travellers' Choice Awards for "Top 25 Luxury Hotels in Malaysia" and "Certificate of Excellence" in 2012
Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH)

For that luxurious pampering and ultimate inner tranquility, The Spa at The Club Saujana Resort opens the door to an intimate world dedicated to the restoration of strength, beauty, and balance of the body, mind and soul following ancient healing traditions of the East. Allow us to elevate your body, mind and soul to a state of pure bliss and inner peace.

Located in its own sanctuary next to The Club Saujana Resort, Kuala Lumpur, the tropical rainforest setting scattered around a reflection pool provides the ultimate environment for relaxation and rejuvenation combing a luxurious environment with superior quality botanical based products. The unique spa menu includes indulgent Oriental and Asian rituals, therapeutic massages, nurturing rituals, rejuvenating beauty rituals and romantic bathing ceremonies designed to relax and rejuvenate.

A historical heritage mansion, the Carcosa Seri Negara claims a hilltop setting among more than 16 hectares of garden and lawns in the heart of Kuala Lumpur city, Malaysia. The history of Carcosa Seri Negara is integral to the development and history of Malaysia.

In 1895, four Malay states were governed by hereditary Sultans, with the help of British advisors. Sir Frank Swettenham, then the British advisor to the Sultan of Perak, suggested that the four states form a single Federation. His suggestion was accepted by the Sultans and the British Foreign Office. Sir Frank himself was appointed the first Resident-General of the Federated Malay States.

Kuala Lumpur then was a simple village inhabited mainly by Chinese tin miners. But Sir Frank had loved the site ever since 1888, when he visited a jungle area on the western outskirts. Feeling that the town needed a public area, he supervised the damming of a stream on that jungle site. The stream became a lake and the jungle became what is today the Lake Gardens.

In 1896, Sir Frank started constructing his official residence above the Lake Gardens. This was Carcosa, probably a stylization of the Italian cara cosa or "dear place".

In 1904, Sir Frank moved to Carcosa, at the same time finishing a building called "King's House" on an adjacent hillside. King's House, today Seri Negara (which means "beautiful country"), was to house the Governor of the Straits Settlements as well as other illustrious guests of the Malay Federation. From 1904 until the 1941 Japanese invasion of Malaysia, Carcosa was the official residence of the highest British representative to the Malay States. The titles have varied over the years (Resident General became Chief Secretary, which became British Resident, Selangor State), but Carcosa always remained "the house on the hill". Receptions, formal balls and holidays were always celebrated here. When guests arrived, they were housed at the King's House.

A point of pride with the residents has always been the Lake Gardens. Malaysia has over 18,000 indigenous plants, trees and flowers. Added to these, the British planted flora from their previous postings, many of which thrived in this privileged spot.

During World War II, Carcosa became the Japanese Senior Officers' Army Mess. In August 1945, the British Army used the mansions for their own Senior Officers until a Chief Secretary was appointed. With the independence of Malaya in 1957, Carcosa became the official residence of the British High Commissioner, while the King's House – now renamed Seri Negara – was the official guesthouse for Malaysia's most important visitors.

In 1987, Carcosa was returned to the Government of Malaysia, and in 1989, after Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II stayed at Carcosa during the meeting of the commonwealth nations – Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), both mansions were administered together forming what is now called Carcosa Seri Negara.

First World Hotel, your ultimate place for Malaysia holiday - Outdoor ...

Posted: 21 Jan 2014 09:45 PM PST

If you have finally decided to get a couple of days off from the chores of life and want to have a sole searching vacation amidst nature and at the same time desire to sink in the fete of light, sound, excitement and life, Malaysia is the destination you must explore. Malaysia is a cauldron of tropical rainforest, hills, magnificent islands and lively, cosmopolitan cities featuring all cultural and life-style flavors and fragrances of Asia.

First World Hotel

Kuala Lumpur, Pahang, Sabah, Selangor, Kelantan, Penang etc are the main tourist destinations in Malaysia. It is a place you can visit through out the year due to excellent climate, conducive for roaming around. Apart from natural beauty, exciting tourist attractions and lively surroundings, it's the ambience of excellent accommodations in First World Hotel for which you would always cherish your trip to Malaysia.

First World Hotel Attractions:

First world hotel is one of the largest hotels that loom over first world plaza that spans over 500,000 sq. feet area. Lush green yard, theme parks, shopping mall, food courts, casinos, golf course, gymnasium and a lovely Spanish courtyard would make you enamored. The greeting by the tropical rainforest at the gate of First World Hotel would make you feel special. The state of the art room amenities, furnishing, décor and housekeeping services are real value additions to the luminous grandeur of this 3-start hotel, located at the heart of Pahang.

First World Hotel Accommodation:

First World Hotel has more than 6000 spacious rooms to cater to the discerning needs of the guests. The rooms are classified under standard, deluxe, super deluxe and world club rooms. Depending on the room type, the rents vary. All the rooms are well lit and have proper ventilation, air conditioning, internet facility, coffee making machine, hair dryer etc all depends up on the room you are choosing.

First World Hotel room

Dining extravaganza in First World Hotel:

For gastronomical charm, there are restaurants and bars available in First World Hotel. Torcello's,Hainan restaurant,Shanghai 10, Lake View Seafood restaurant are the most prominent ones and to name a few. It is to mention that First World Café is the largest café in Malaysia.

First World Hotel Reservation:

Booking an accommodation at First World Hotel is hassle free and easy. The simplest way to reserve your room is to visit the official web site of First World Hotel and using the online easy booking facility. You can specify your check-in time, room type and duration of stay in the hotel and check whether there is any accommodation available. If it's available, you can book First World Hotel room by making payment to the hotel. First World Hotel accepts payment via credit card, worldCard points, voucher redemption etc. which is good for guests to have options to select which payment service needed to make payment.

Apart from the above procedure, First World hotel reservation can be done via third party websites specify all the relevant details and finally you are offered the safe and secured transaction for making payment to book a room at First World Hotel. The greatest new is that First World Hotel does not charge any fee for online hotel booking and at times it offers "value for money" deals by offering best discounts to the guests.

Hence First World Hotel should be your ultimate destination in Malaysia

Sunday 23 February 2014

YTL Hotels rebrands the Vistana Hotels in Malaysia | Rebecca Saw - Hotel in Malaysia Blog

YTL Hotels rebrands the Vistana Hotels in Malaysia | Rebecca Saw - Hotel in Malaysia Blog

YTL Hotels rebrands the Vistana Hotels in Malaysia | Rebecca Saw
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YTL Hotels rebrands the Vistana Hotels in Malaysia | Rebecca Saw

Posted: 15 Feb 2014 11:22 PM PST

The Vistana Hotels brands were relaunched in the theme of "Time Change, So Do We" earlier this week.
It was a timely and apt theme, for Vistana Hotel KL was opened in 1995 and 2014 marked its 19th year in business. After nearly 2 decades, any hotel would benefit from a refurbishment!

The 2 other Vistana properties in Penang and Kuantan were relaunched simultaneously in their respective hotels on the same day.

I was at the KL Vistana ceremony and took time to tour the rejuvenated hotel.
The extensive upgrading of the Vistana brand wasn't just limited to the façade but the workforce as well.
Careful appointment of a task force specially selected from within the company are in place to ensure the delivery of the brand new promise of "Vibrance, Verve and Value".
The smartly dressed staff was decked in Edmund Ser's (a local fashion designer) well cut uniforms.

I admired the Vistana guest rooms and public spaces; all which have been fully refurbished. Vistana Hotel aims to provide an accommodation experience of comfort and practicality, with new facilities such as a 24 hour gym, Barista – the grab-and-go coffee bar and HUB247 – the business solutions centre plus greater connectivity with free WIFI throughout the hotels.
No doubt the company strived to evolve the brand to suit the needs and trends of the modern traveller.

The Cafe.

HUB247.

Private cubicles for discreet meetings on the lobby floor.

The Executive Deluxe Room – RM300++/night.
Contemporary and uncluttered, each room is fitted with comfortable feather-topped beds, ergonomically designed bedside reading lights and easy-to-access pulg points. Textured wallpaper, plush carpeting and large windows further enhanced the ambiance, which mimics the cycle of the day; starting off bright and cheery from the sunlight from the windows and then ending with burnished sundown shades to encourage relaxation.
The boutique Malaysian toiletry brand "Mangosteen" makes its hospitality debut with the Mangosteen Basics range.

The Executive Suite. This is with an adjoining living room. RM480++. There are only 2 such units available.

View from the rooms.

The pool.

The Vistana brand's new ethos is to offer good value, convenient location, great service plus smart and stylish accommodation. The transformed Vistana Hotel Kuala Lumpur took one year from conception to fruition.
For business meetings and social events, Vistana Kuala Lumpur offers 12 meeting rooms and a 330 seater banquet room. It's strategic location offers superb convenience as it is a breeze to just hop into a taxi or the monorail to major business and recreational hubs as such KLCC and Bukit Bintang; all a mere 10 minutes away.

All in all, it looks like the Vistana brand is finally catching up to its sister resorts/hotels of the YTL brand with its fresh outlook and trendy vibe.

Vistana Hotel KUALA LUMPUR TITIWANGSA
9 Jalan Lumut, Off Jalan Ipoh, 50400 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Tel: +60 3 4042 8000 Fax: +60 3 4041 1400 Email: viskl@ytlhotels.com.my

GPS: N 03° 17′ 45.39″ E 101° 69′ 56.2″

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Posted: 16 Feb 2014 11:00 PM PST

February 17, 2014 BBw Hotels, Kuala Lumpur Hotels

Melia Kuala Lumpur is a 4 star international hotel located opposite of Times Square Shopping Centre, The hotel is surrounded by the city's most popular shopping centers, as well as closely connected to the monorail station and is 20 minutes away from major tourist spots. The Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a mere hour drive along a panoramic route.

Melia Kuala Lumpur has elegantly furnished 300 rooms are Standard, Deluxe, I-Room, The Level E-Room and Premier Suites. Room facilities include individual air-conditioning, remote controlled 24-hour satellite TV programmer, personalized voice mail system, minibar and coffee/tea making facilities. Taking time off a busy day is rewarded at our secluded garden swimming pool and relaxation continues at The Lounge with live entertainment.

A casually styled restaurant offers a range of diverse dining options; nightly music is featured in the lounge. The freeform pool is complemented by a deck area. The hotel also offers a gym, business center, and a host of functional meeting rooms.Book now at www.hoteltrip.com

MELIA KUALA LUMPUR INTRODUCES

Swimming pool – outdoor
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop or café
Airport transportation (surcharge)
Currency exchange
Tour assistance
Gift shops or newsstand
Laundry facilities
Fitness facilities

And More…

ATTRACTIONS NEAR HOTEL

Times Square Shopping Centre
Petaling Street
Merdeka Square
Petronas Twin Towers
Pavilion Kuala Lumpur

TRANSPORTATION TO THE HOTEL

Monorail station
Hotel Airport transportation

HOTEL LOCATION
16, Jalan Imbi, Bukit Bintang Area, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 55100

SEE MORE HOTELS IN KUALA LUMPUR

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Tipu muslihat hotel milik PKNS naik harga 10 kali ganda | Malaysia ...

Posted: 18 Feb 2014 10:43 PM PST

Empire Strikes Back

Selepas PKNS FC, kini rangkaian perhotelan milik PKNS, De Palma Group dikatakan tidak telus serta menyimpang dari apa yang diuar-uarkan sebagai mematuhi syariah.

Menurut Raja Petra (http://www.malaysia-today.net/de-palma-not-really-syariah-compliant/) De Palma menjalankan sistem pengurusan yang mencurigakan terutamanya bila menyentuh tentang sebut harga yang diberikan oleh pembekal.

Pembekal-pembekal yang dipilih untuk memberikan perkhidmatan kepada rangkaian hotel berkenaan juga diragui kerana ada di antaranya yang tidak mempunyai alamat pejabat yang lengkap selain mereka berurusan dengan individu yang sama dari syarikat yang berbeza.

Lucu apabila pembelian walkie-talkie dibuat melalui pembekal tekstil dan harga bagi sebuah pemanas makanan (chafing dish) untuk meja bufet boleh mencecah lebih sepuluh ganda harga pasaran.

Raja Petra juga menyenaraikan tiga syarikat yang dipertanggungjawabkan untuk mengubahsuai ruang legar Tapas Lounge di De Palma Ampang dimiliki oleh individu yang sama dengan tender bernilai setengah juta.

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Tuesday 18 February 2014

PR Executive - Saujana Hotel & Resort | Online Jobs in Malaysia ... - Hotel in Malaysia Blog

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PR Executive - Saujana Hotel & Resort | Online Jobs in Malaysia ...

Posted: 16 Feb 2014 10:54 AM PST

Welcome to our Sanctuary. Picture breathing in the fresh, invigorating air of a peaceful sanctuary against a sprawling backdrop of nature and its luscious green views.

A world of sublime indulgence awaits you at The Club Saujana Resort Kuala Lumpur.

In 1896, Sir Frank started constructing his official residence above the Lake Gardens. This was Carcosa, probably a stylization of the Italian cara cosa or "dear place".

ONYX TO LAUNCH FIRST AMARI HOTEL IN MALAYSIA

Posted: 03 Oct 2013 02:29 AM PDT

Introducing Amari Johor Baru

Bangkok, Thailand. 3 October 2013 - Thailand-based, ONYX Hospitality Group has been appointed to operate a 207-room property in the Malaysian town of Johor Bahru.

Amari Johor Bahru is owned by Exquisite Mode Sdn Bhd (a subsidiary of United Malayan Land Bhd) and will be managed by ONYX under their upscale Amari brand. The property will offer a selection of Amari's signature features including an Asian Food Gallery, Breeze Spa and Idea (meeting) Rooms. The property is scheduled to open in 2015 and is part of the Suasana Iskandar Malaysia development, which also offers serviced apartments for sale and a retail podium. The development is within a 5-minute walk of the upcoming JB Sentral Mass Rapid Transit System (MRT) which will link Johor Bahru and Singapore.

Located in southern Malaysia, Johor Bahru is becoming a popular weekend escape for families and leisure travellers. Singapore is currently Johor's top source of international arrivals, followed by Indonesia, China, Hong Kong, Macau, the Philippines and India. Johor's Department of Tourism is aiming for 24.2 million arrivals in 2013, having recorded 12.6 million as of July. The state of Johor offers a number of popular attractions, including Johor Premium Outlets, Legoland Malaysia, Danga World theme park and the Angry Birds Activity Park.

ONYX President and Chief Executive Officer, Peter Henley, said:

"We are very excited to be in a position to announce our second hotel development in Malaysia, so soon after the first. As a Thai company, having a presence in one of our closest neighbouring countries has always been a priority for us. We are excited to be joining forces with Exquisite Mode Sdn Bhd. and bringing the first Amari to Malaysia with Amari Johor Bahru. Amari has become a household name in Thailand and we look forward to building that level of brand recognition in Malaysia."

UMLand GCEO, Mr. Charlie Chia Lui Meng said:

"We are honoured to have ONYX Hospitality Group on board to manage and operate Amari Johor Bahru. With its solid reputation and global marketing network, we strongly believe that the collaboration with ONYX will be a win-win for all parties. The development's prime location in the heart of the city, combined with the retail component, is hoped to rejuvenate and revitalise Johor Bahru, preparing the city for economic growth, whilst also offering an attractive and conducive living environment for locals and expatriates."

ONYX announced their first property in Malaysia earlier this year for select service brand OZO. OZO Penang is scheduled to welcome its first guests in 2016. There are currently six OZO properties under development in Malaysia, Thailand and Sri Lanka.

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About ONYX
ONYX Hospitality Group operates four diverse yet complementary brands – Saffron, Amari, Shama and OZO - each catering to the distinctive requirements of today's business and leisure travellers. ONYX reaches beyond its Thai roots to offer innovative management solutions across the Indian Ocean, Arabian Gulf and Asia-Pacific regions. Visit www.onyx-hospitality.com.

For more information about this release or to request high-resolution photography, please contact:
Hannah Filer - Director, Communications
Email: hannah.filer@onyx-hospitality.com

Sunday 16 February 2014

The Yum List: Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Hotel in Malaysia Blog

The Yum List: Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Hotel in Malaysia Blog

The Yum List: Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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The Yum List: Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Posted: 16 Feb 2014 03:00 PM PST

Shangri-La Hotel's Lobby

We arrive to the Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur directly after an intense workweek Friday afternoon. Immediate calm overcomes us as we enter the softly scented grand lobby. It's their signature scent, Essence of Shangri-La, with notes of vanilla, musk, bergamot, tea and ginger. It's a small nicety, but one that defines Shangri-La properties, signifying attention to detail and care in forming environments of harmony and beauty for their guests.

Shangri-La Essence

Magnificent floral arrangements adorn a spiral staircase, the centerpiece of the lobby, which leads the eye in a splendid corkscrew motion up to the second floor and strikingly lofty ceiling. There's glass and greenery all around. Our eyes are drawn to the lounge. It breathes a graceful elegance with its floor to ceiling windows overlooking a fountained pond and lush tropical garden. We make a mental note to make time for a visit this weekend.

Reception

Fresh Floral Arrangements Adorn the Hotel

The entrance is abuzz with well-dressed clients. Stylishly dressed ladies loll by the windows sipping cups of tea, while business travelers stride to and from the valet off to their next appointment.

Lobby Lounge with Stunning Water Views

Looking to recharge our batteries, we've booked two nights at the Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur for a staycation. Avoiding the hassle and expense of leaving the city, time has been optimized and we arrive well before sunset. We've requested the Horizon Club so have a speedy check-in in the comfort of our room. Fresh floral arrangements, a fruit platter and a pretty box of house made chocolates give a warm welcoming touch.

Vase of Flowers in our Room

Shangri-La Welcome

Distracted momentarily by the enormity of the room, it takes us almost a full minute to notice the magnificent view. Tall windows look out over the street and up to the city's iconic twin towers. We're already imagining the following morning lounging in our suite, sipping fresh espresso coffee from our in-room machine, glancing through the day's journal and repeatedly gazing up at KL's pride.

Day Time View from Our Room

Our room is fresh but of a style of an older generation. It reminds of a time when things were built to last. Solid wooden furniture, lavish marble and high-grade carpet provide a sturdy base. Shimmering fabrics, warm lighting and an abundance of mirrors outfit it with a splash of glam. Chandeliers hang from the ceiling and every comfort imaginable in a hotel is available: mini-bar; coffee machine; safe; printer; three TVs (including one in the bathroom); multiple light and air-conditioning controls; DVD player; the list goes on.

Dressing Room

Coffee Machine and Printer

The perfection shown in workmanship on finer details such as cornices and architraves has me wondering who their contractor is and, might I possibly be able to employ him to fix up some of our home's shoddy renovations.

Horizon Club Room

We're delighted with the separate living, sleeping, bathing and dressing spaces. All are divided by heaven wooden sliding doors meaning minimal disturbance – especially with our different sleep patterns – hubby is the night owl and I'm the early bird. But now it's cocktail hour and we're ready to take advantage of the Horizon Club benefits.

Living Area of Horizon Club Room

The Horizon Club is filled with natural light thanks to tall bordering windows. It's a large space but separated with ornate dividers – carved white wood backed with mirrors. Fawn hued walls and beige wing chairs provide a neutral palette for the room. Lavender and dark coral lounges and carpet warm the canvas. Giant empire style lampshades rimmed with silver hang midway between floor and ceiling creating more cozy hubs. It's a soft Art Deco theme with some shiny metallics and geometric lines defining features.

Horizon Club

Throughout the day, refreshments flow freely, with fruit, cake and biscuits for the nibbling. High speed Wi-Fi, use of the business centre and, even a children's playroom make the floor a popular location for the most part of the day. Early evening however hosts two hours of cocktails, which brings the large room to almost maximum capacity. Light finger food, wine, beer and spirits enliven guests turning the club into an even more amiable atmosphere.

Horizon Club

Hubby quaffs an Australian sauvignon blanc, while I mix my own Gin and Tonic. From our window perch, we grin at the traffic below, on the jammed Jalan Sultan Ismail, congratulating ourselves on our decision to vacation without attempting to leave the city. A fresh fruit and cheese platter appeases my hunger, as do a plate of sushi and array of Japanese dishes for hubby. We're pooped and decide on a lazy night, so check out some DVDs from the Horizon Club and move back to our room.

Barely keeping my eyes open until the end of the movie, we hit the sack, and I hardly remember my head hitting the pillow before I'm awake and fresh the next day. We luxuriate in the lush bed linens until the sun rises. We've had such a restful night we wonder if the bedding is for sale.

Returning to the Horizon Club lounge, breakfast is a short a la carte menu supported by a buffet of hot and cold items. Local favourites, Western classics and a pleasantly comprehensive bakery section are more than enough to start the day with enthusiasm. I order the Eggs Florentine and, hubby the Pancake Stack. Simple fluffy rounds please hubby and I'm satisfied with my runny eggs and creamy Hollandaise sauce that brings with it a slight tang. Everything seems possible here. My requests are taken with a smile and, to my wonder (I'm perhaps a little jaded from too many miscommunications with service staff in Malaysia), come back fulfilled - wholemeal bread instead of white, my choice of skim or soy milk for coffee, hubby's desire for extra turkey ham as a side – our wishes are accurately executed and not a problem.

Eggs Florentine

It's such a pleasant environment in the Horizon Club that we spend a leisurely morning reading the day's newspapers and browsing the grand assortment of magazines available. The sun begins to find a path through the morning's overcast sky and sparks our interest in a visit to the pool.

Horizon Club Reception

We take a spot on shaded chaise lounges by the lagoon shaped pool. Water fountains spurt from the edge and tropical gardens insulate the outdoor space from the surrounding metropolis. It feels like an island escape until we look up and marvel at the vista glimmering above the treetops. Peaks of the Petronas twin towers on one side and, the KL tower on the other, seem to gaze down on us from their heavenly heights. We smile and think how lucky we are to enjoy both nature and man-made architectural wonders all from the comfort of our poolside chairs.

A Peak at the Petronas Twin Towers from the Pool

View of KL Tower from One Side of Pool

Hunger twangs and we're grateful for the light meal and beverage options available at the Poolside Terrace. Hubby orders the Grilled Beef Burger (RM42) and I the Sunshine Salad (RM40). Salads, burgers, sandwiches, pastas and pizzas dominate the menu with kids options and healthy choices too. There's a thorough drink list, covering all of the bases: cocktails; spirits; wine; beer; soft drinks; fresh juices and; smoothies. A buzzer is placed on our table with the invitation to press it anytime we need service.

Sunshine Salad at the Poolside Terrace

Hubby's burger is a tower of bun sandwiching 220grams of Australian ground beef, cheddar cheese, onion and tomato slices and, pickles. Long fries side the plate with a turret of crisp onions rings. He bites in and juice spills from his lips. The deep guttural "mmm" he's murmuring suggests a thumbs-up. My salad is bedded with Belgian endives, which fan around the plate forming a pretty platter for the rest of the ingredients: mesclun greens; olives; sun-dried tomatoes; blue cheese and; caramelized walnuts. It's a combination of garden fresh (provided by the salad leaves) and rich decadence (thanks to the caramelized nuts and creamy cheese).

Beef Burger Poolside Terrace

Most of our day has been filled with mental repose and physical relaxation so we decide it's time for a change of pace and head to the gym. The Health Club is excellent. A good range of cardio and strength equipment, alongside free weights, mats and balls are in fine function. Media systems hooked up to the cardio machines make time pass quickly and we work out much longer than our usual hour (I want to see the end of the movie I'm tuned into!). Hubby heads off to use the sauna and steam room. We leave energized and head back to our room to prepare for the evening's fun.

Health Club - Green Views

I appreciate the amenities of the room as I shower and prim. L'Occitane bath products smell divine and the lighted magnifying make-up mirror is perfect for plucking eyebrows and ensuring my eyeliner is evenly drawn. A hair dryer, iron and ironing board and, full length mirrors make getting ready more comfortable than my own home. With a separate dressing room, a dressing table and the generous bathroom area, hubby and I are able to avoid clashes and are ready without incident. (Not doing well in small spaces, his and hers bathrooms in our own home have spared our marriage ;-). Tonight is special. We've reserved a table at Lafite.

Bathroom

L'Occitane Bath Products

Lafite is Shangri-La's fine dining restaurant and has long held a reputation around the city as being one of the best. The location is centred by a giant glass sculpture and windows overlook lush tropical gardens. Service is supreme and the wine list is one of the finest in the city. Chefs change, but standards are consistent. The top masters in their field are recruited and, the restaurant has benefited from a stream of well-reputed names gracing the kitchen.

Chef de Cuisine, Jean-Philippe Guiard, is the current head of the crew and, with a line up of Michelin starred restaurants behind him, we're expecting grand things.

Beginning with a glass of bubbly in the Red Room, Champagne Bar, our appetites are whet and our thoughts enthusiastic. We could easily pass a couple of hours here but remember we want to try chef's set menu, which is a line up of six courses, so switch our low lounges and dimly lit room for the elegant fine dining set up of Lafite.

The Red Room Champagne Bar

Service is superb, ambience romantic and the food exquisite. Usually there's at least one dish that either hubby or I are not so fond of in a set menu, but chef has wowed us with a sensational line-up of impeccably executed recipes and we're impressed with every single one. There are scallops, oysters, foie gras, wild turbot and wagyu. Long legged wine glasses are kept topped throughout the meal and pairing suggestions are at our ready.

Lafite - French Fine Dining

Chef Jean-Philippe's menu has left us dreamily satisfied so we move to the lobby lounge to linger a little longer in the lushness of Shangri-La's quality food and beverage outlets. The lounge is an opulent space with soaring ceilings, glass and gentle illumination everywhere. A live band plays in the evenings so we savour a few tunes along with a cocktail and digestif before retiring for the night.

Live Music in the Lobby Lounge

View at Night from Our Room

All too soon it's morning again and we're up for brekkie. Horizon Club comes with the benefit of choice. If you prefer a quiet elegance during breakfast, the lounge is at your call. If you revel in the unlimited array of dishes offered by a large hotel buffet, Lemon Garden Café is at your service. Wanting to experience it all we head to the smorgasbord on the ground floor this morning.

Lemon Garden Café is alive with a cheery buzz. Colour dazzles the eye with fresh food spread around the room as far as the eye can see. Learning from past experiences I hone in on one section (healthy and fresh) as I tend to get overwhelmed by too many options. Hubby on the other hand celebrates the diversity and returns to the table with Chinese noodles, Japanese soup, Indian naan and a big plate of eggs, sausages and mushrooms. There's certainly something here for everyone. The buffet is not only frequented by hotel guests, but a favourite amongst locals for dinner and weekend brunch too. It's advisable to go early if you're not fond of crowds and, to book ahead if you can't avoid peak periods.

It's our last day at the Shang so we revisit the pool and the gym before preparing for check out. Determined though to extend our luxury weekend just a little longer we leave our bags with the concierge and spend our final meal at the hotel at Zipangu.

The weekend brunch at Zipangu, Shangri-La's Japaneserestaurant, has long been a favourite amongst weekend gourmets. Set on the lower floor, it overlooks landscaped gardens and cascading waterfalls. A fine range of ready-made sushi, salads, hot dishes and desserts, are supplemented by live cooking stations, where teppanyaki, noodles, sashimi and other goodies are made fresh to order.

From the Teppan - Zipangu

We soak up the ambience, tasting a variety of Japanese dishes and appreciating the quality and high level of care behind each plate. Free flowing tea is poured, with the option of hot or iced. Tradition demands we finish with the house-made green tea ice cream and, we take it by the teaspoon full, attempting to lengthen our time in these beautiful surrounds for as long as possible. But, alas time passes and we must say goodbye.

Japanese Tea

We leave our weekend staycation at the Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur rejuvenated, relaxed, but already pondering our next return.

Reason to visit: exceptional service; convenient location; comprehensive facilities.

Shangri-La Hotel

11 Jalan Sultan Ismail

Kuala Lumpur 50250

Malaysia

+6 03 2032 2388

www.shangri-la.com/kualalumpur

hotel with free pickup at airport? - Malaysia Forum - TripAdvisor

Posted: 14 Feb 2014 08:35 AM PST

7. Re: hotel with free pickup at airport?

As I said in an previous post most hotels will send a pick up for you at a premium cost, there not just going to do it without something for themselves organizing it for you.

Get a taxi, pay for a voucher at the airport counter fixed price then go into town.

We cannot tell you where you will land either KLIA or the LCCT as you dont give any info of who your flying with. Check your ticket it will tell you

But remember if your thinking of the Tune Hotel which is at the LCCT terminal you are still going to pay to get there if you arrive at KLIA. Its a budget hotel for a short stay but it does get booked up quickly.

The Yum List: Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Date Night, Malaysia

Posted: 10 Feb 2014 03:00 PM PST

Lobby Lounge, Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Miss manners once said, "There are three possible parts to a date, of which at least two must be offered: entertainment, food, and affection. It is customary to begin a series of dates with a great deal of entertainment, a moderate amount of food, and the merest suggestion of affection. As the amount of affection increases, the entertainment can be reduced proportionately. When the affection IS the entertainment, we no longer call it dating. Under no circumstances can the food be omitted."

The Yum List can't guarantee the affection part of the equation, but we can set the scene by giving you ideas for fun entertainment and fabulous food. Here's the fourth in a series of suggested itineraries for taking your loved one, or someone you're hoping will soon become your special person, on a Date in Kuala Lumpur:

Date Night - Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Champagne, fine French cuisine and live music - Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur has all you need for a fancy night out with your loved one.

Bubbly in The Red Room, Champagne Bar

shangri-la hotel kuala lumpur, romantic date

Red Room, Champagne Bar

Beginning with a glass of bubbly in the Red Room, Champagne Bar, our appetites are whet and our thoughts enthusiastic. The lounge is gently lit and, both low sofas and bar stools (the bar - big enough for four, ideal for two) provide seating. Soft Buddha Bar melodies strum the air and the intimate setting is sensuous and seductive.

The waitress, dressed in a red slinky dress, plays the part perfectly as she tops our flutes and delivers some hors d'oeuvres, complimentary from the chef. We could easily pass a couple of hours here but remember we want to try Lafite's set menu, a line up of six courses, so switch our low lounges for the elegant fine dining set up of Lafite.

Date Night, Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur

Begin with Champagne in the Red Room, Champagne Bar

Fine French Cuisine in Lafite

Lafite, Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur

The room is round, centred by a giant glass water feature, with tables fanning out in a circular manner from the decorative core. Sounds of running water form a pleasant background hum and tall windows overlook lush tropical gardens. There's glistening glass everywhere.

Service is superb, ambience romantic and the food exquisite. Usually there's at least one dish that either hubby or I are not so fond of in a set menu, but the chef wows us with a sensational line-up of impeccably executed recipes and we're impressed with every single one. There are scallops, oysters, foie gras, wild turbot and wagyu. Long legged wine glasses are kept topped throughout the meal and pairing suggestions are at our ready.

Exquisite Fine Dining at Lafite

See photos and a full description of dishes and prices here.

Well chosen wine and a magnificent meal have left us dreamily satisfied so we move to the lobby lounge to linger a little longer in the lushness of Shangri-La's quality food and beverage outlets.

Live Music and Cocktails in the Lobby Lounge

Listen to Live Music in the Lobby Lounge

Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur's Lobby Lounge is an opulent space with soaring ceilings, reflective glass and mellow illumination. It gently swings with the dulcet croons of a live band. Giant cone shaped chandeliers hang from above, drum lamps adorn side tables and, candles in crystal holders flicker in the late evening light. Single stem orchids with multiple blooms decorate the gold-rimmed glass tables.

Sound quality is noteworthy, ambience relaxed yet spirited and, the drink list extensive. Hubby decides on the Secret Early Grey Cocktail (RM36). It's a creation from The Pegu Club, NYC and blends Earl Grey Tea infused gin, lemon juice, sugar syrup, egg white and grape fruit bitters. I choose a Williams Eau de Vie (RM32), a clear pear brandy, which is clean and subtly sweet, aiding digestion of the rich dinner we've just consumed.

Enjoy a Cocktail or Digestif in the Lobby Lounge

We sink into the soft couches happily sipping and slowly rocking to songs of the musicians. We came for one drink, but relish in the lowly lit seductiveness of the space, and stay for two.

The only way to make this date better might be by collapsing into a room at the hotel. Which we, (cleverly we think to ourselves), have prearranged.

Lafite

Lobby Level

Shangri-La Hotel

11 Jalan Sultan Ismail

Kuala Lumpur 50250

Malaysia

+6 03 2074 3900

restaurantreservations.slkl@shangri-la.com

www.shangri-la.com/kualalumpur

Lunch: 12noon – 2:30pm (Monday to Friday)

Dinner: 7pm – 10:30pm (Monday to Saturday)

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Friday 28 February 2014