Thursday 27 August 2015

Hotel in Malaysia named world's largest by Guinness Records ... - Hotel in Malaysia Blog

<b>Hotel in Malaysia</b> named world&#39;s largest by Guinness Records <b>...</b> - Hotel in Malaysia Blog


<b>Hotel in Malaysia</b> named world&#39;s largest by Guinness Records <b>...</b>

Posted: 20 Aug 2015 10:52 PM PDT

Kuala Lumpur: A Malaysian hotel with over 7,000 rooms has reclaimed the title of the world's largest hotel by the Guinness World Records.

The First World Hotel in the hill resort of Genting Highlands near boasts of as many as 7,351 rooms and the three-star hotel had previously won the same recognition for eight years from 2006 to 2013.

It regained its title this year following the opening of a new block.

Resorts World Genting senior vice president in hotel operations Edward Holloway said the recognition was a symbol of innovation excellence for the hill resort that would further enhance Malaysia's tourism industry.

The hotel has received over 35.5 million guests over the nine years since its first record in 2006, he said.

Jumeirah Group signs Agreement with Oxley <b>Malaysia</b> to operate a <b>...</b>

Posted: 17 Aug 2015 04:26 AM PDT

Jumeirah Group - known for luxury accomodation

Jumeirah Group – known for luxury accommodation

PRESS RELEASE: Jumeirah Group, the global hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, has signed management agreements to operate a 190-room luxury Jumeirah hotel and to brand 273 premium residences in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The agreements were signed by Mr. Dato' Othman Hj. Omar, CEO of Oxley Malaysia, and Mr. Gerald Lawless, President and Group CEO, Jumeirah Group.

Jumeirah Kuala Lumpur hotel and Jumeirah Living Kuala Lumpur residences will be set within one of the three towers which make up the landmark mixed-use development that is set to transform the skyline of Kuala Lumpur. The three towers, interconnected via a retail podium, will be located in the middle of the Kuala Lumpur City Centre precinct within easy reach of the Petronas Twin Towers, Maxis Tower and the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Construction of the development, which will cover an area of more than 12,500 square metres (135,000 square feet), is expected to start in 2016 and complete in 2021.

Jumeirah Living Kuala Lumpur residences will be located on the lower floors of the tower, and Jumeirah Kuala Lumpur hotel will occupy the upper floors offering spectacular views across the city. The hotel will feature 190 rooms and suites, an all-day dining restaurant, a fine dining restaurant, a lounge and a bar, as well as a finely appointed Club Executive and a Talise wellness facility comprising a spa, fitness club and swimming pool.

Mr. Ching Chiat Kwong, Chairman and CEO of Oxley, said: "We are pleased to announce we have taken a step forward with the milestone agreement with Jumeirah Group to build a hotel and residences in Kuala Lumpur.  This partnership with Jumeirah Group further enlarges and reiterates our presence in the Malaysian market.  We are excited, delighted and proud to be Jumeirah's first business partner in Malaysia to introduce the Jumeirah experience, an epitome of luxury, to guests staying in our hotel. Jumeirah Group has created a portfolio of world-class hotels with excellent operational performance and with this hotel being the first Jumeirah hotel in Malaysia, we are confident of this holistic journey."

"Kuala Lumpur is both a travel and business destination to many.  We believe our hotel and residences which lies in the heart of a bustling city with close proximity to the many landmarks of Kuala Lumpur is a gem to travelers.  We are looking forward to begin this successful relationship to deliver a truly luxurious experience with Jumeirah," added CEO of Oxley Malaysia, Mr. Dato' Othman Hj. Omar.

Speaking at the signing of the agreements, Mr. Gerald Lawless, President and Group CEO, Jumeirah Group, said: "Our agreement with Oxley Malaysia paves the way for Jumeirah's entry into the important Malaysian market. This highly prestigious development further reinforces the reputation of the Jumeirah brand and will greatly appeal to our loyal customers who stay with Jumeirah in our properties across Europe, the Middle East and Asia. We are proud to have been chosen as a partner and look forward to the launch of a new expression of outstanding luxury in the Malaysian capital."

Jumeirah Group's entry into the Malaysian market is a significant milestone for the company as it continues its ambitious expansion plans. The Group currently operates 23 hotels in Europe, the Middle East and Asia and has a further 25 Jumeirah and Venu properties in the pipeline. Jumeirah Group operates a full-service office from Singapore focused on development and sales, offering expert regional advice and support. In addition to Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel in Shanghai, China, which opened in 2011, there are currently 11 projects in the Asia Pacific pipeline being developed in India, Indonesia and China. The Group is in negotiations for further properties across the region including in Thailand, Cambodia and Singapore.

Notes to Editors:

About Jumeirah Group:

Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, operates a world-class portfolio of hotels and resorts including the flagship Burj Al Arab Jumeirah. Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts manages properties in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, UAE, and Kuwait in the Middle East; Baku, Bodrum, Frankfurt, Istanbul, London, Mallorca (Spain) and Rome in Europe; the Maldives and Shanghai in Asia. Jumeirah Group also runs the luxury serviced residences brand Jumeirah LivingTM with properties in London and Dubai; the new contemporary lifestyle hotel brand VenuTM; the wellness brand TaliseTM; Jumeirah Restaurant Group DubaiTM; Wild Wadi WaterparkTM; The Emirates Academy of Hospitality ManagementTM; and SiriusTM, its global loyalty programme. Future openings include luxury and lifestyle hotels in China, India, Indonesia, Jordan, Mauritius, Oman, Russia and the UAE. www.jumeirah.com

About Oxley Holdings Limited

Oxley Holdings is a lifestyle property developer specialising in the development of quality residential, commercial and industrial projects. Oxley's developments are typically located in choice areas that are easily accessible via a variety of transport modes. Most of the projects also tend to incorporate retail elements, and lifestyle features and facilities. Since going public in October 2010, Oxley has launched a portfolio of 28 distinctive developments locally, one waterfront township development in London, and one mixed residential and commercial development in Cambodia. Today, the Group's presence is in Singapore, United Kingdom, Cambodia, Malaysia, People's Republic of China, Myanmar, Japan, Dublin and Indonesia with its core businesses in property development and investment. http://www.oxley.com.sg/

Media contacts at Oxley:
Ooi Chee Eng
Email: cheeeng.ooi@oxley.com.sg

Joanne Teo
Email: joanne.teo@oxleyinternational.com.sg

For further enquiries please contact:
E-mail: PR@jumeirah.com
Visit us at: www.jumeirah.com

Vacay With Your Furkids At These Pet-Friendly <b>Hotels In Malaysia</b> <b>...</b>

Posted: 13 Sep 2014 10:00 PM PDT

The problem with going on a vacation when you have pets is having to leave your pets behind. If you're lucky, you've got someone at home who can care for it while you're gone. If you're not fussy, you can always board them at pet hotels, but many are wary about leaving their pets (especially dogs) at pet hotels, for personal reasons. Also, traveling with your furkid in Malaysia can be tricky sometimes as dog-friendly/pet-friendly accommodation is rare.

Fortunately, we've found some places that can make your "taking your pet on holiday" dream come true! Yes, it's possible now.

Here are some of the few hotels and resorts that are pet-friendly in Malaysia.

Ruby's Resort, Cherating

Ruby's Resort is located on the beautiful beach side of Cherating in Pahang, Malaysia. This rustic and comfortable resort, which offers a series of colourful wooden cabins with panelled interiors, lives up to its tagline "A Home Away from Home" perfectly! The resort opened in 2007 its series of chalets come in different configurations to accommodate various sized groups and budgets.

More importantly, it's an absolute haven to your furkids – both cats and dogs.

Source: Ruby's Resort Vacay With Your Furkids At These Pet-Friendly Hotels In Malaysia Rubys Resort Pet Friendly HotelSource: Ruby's Resort

Yes, Ruby Resort is one of the rare few resorts that welcomes cats and dogs, of all shapes and sizes, but they would need to be well-trained and well socialised especially since the resort has many other animals. Owner Ruby also has 7 of her own dogs on the property.

Visitors often bring their pets of all types, but they will also need to bring their own bedsheets and towels due to hygiene purposes. While dogs are allowed inside the room but not on the bed, so make sure you bring along something for your pooch to sleep on. The basic style rooms all have comfortable double beds, air-conditioning, hot showers, TVs, and lovely balconies. Breakfast is included with all rooms except for the dormitory style ones.

Source: TripAdvisor Vacay With Your Furkids At These Pet-Friendly Hotels In Malaysia Rubys Resort Pet Friendly 2Source: TripAdvisor

At Ruby's Resort, you can be sure that your furkid(s) will have a ball of a time as dogs can roam freely in the ample 4.5 acres of gated land (but are not allowed in the café area).

Rates start from as low as RM185 nett per night. Make a reservation here!

For more information, visit its official website.

Temple Tree at Bon Ton Resort, Langkawi

If you're ready to splurge on that little getaway with your furkid(s), this place is a treat and a half!

Situated in quiet area, the Bon Ton Resort Langkawi is built within the grounds of coconut plantation, featuring comfortable accommodation in serene environment. It's 10 minutes' drive from the Langkawi Airport and 5 minutes from the main beach of Pantai Cenang. Few places of interest in the vicinity are Tanjung Rhu, Rice Museum, Laman Padi Langkawi, Telaga Tujuh Waterfalls, Pulau Payar Marine Park, and Lake of the Pregnant Maiden.

But those aren't the only things that are wonderful about the resort. Temple Tree at Bon Ton Resort is also pet-friendly.

Source: Temple Tree Vacay With Your Furkids At These Pet-Friendly Hotels In Malaysia Temple Tree Bon Ton Pet FriendlySource: Temple Tree

Talk about a lavish retreat!

Of course, bringing your furkid to Langkawi can be quite a challenge. You can also fly with Malaysia Airlines or take the ferry. Depending on the Captain's goodwill and the size and breed of the dog, they would be allowed on board but you'd probably have to bring pet carrying case for that.

The villas at Temple Tree come in a variety of styles – Chinese, Malay, and colonial. As a result, Temple Tree is more like an eclectic little neighbourhood than an ordinary villa resort. Some houses are divided into up to 4/5 rooms while others are split into pairs of suites. The "Black & White House" is a self-contained unit. Each one is uniquely decorated in a style that blends authentic architecture and contemporary interior design, and is furnished with modern amenities such as telephone, shower, colour TV, bathtub, and a hairdryer.

Source: Temple Tree Vacay With Your Furkids At These Pet-Friendly Hotels In Malaysia Temple Tree Bon Ton Pet Friendly Colonial 2Source: Temple Tree

Do keep in mind that there aren't many places that are pet-friendly around Bon Ton. So you should expect to just relax with your furkid in the comfort of the house itself. Also, despite being a pet-friendly resort, only certain houses at Temple Tree at Bon Ton are suitable for dogs as these houses have a back courtyard or a garden. These are Colonial 1 and 2, Estate 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5. The pet-friendly villas can be requested during booking.

Rates from RM570 onwards per night, depending on the type and season. Make a reservation here!

For more information, visit its official website.

Borneo Highlands Resort, Kuching

This is perhaps one of the most exciting and uniquely environmentally-friendly resort on the other side of Malaysia. Snuggled within the hills 1000 meters above sea level, the Borneo Highlands Resort in Kuching is a retreat that's one of its kind! Located amid untouched natural beauty of the lush tropical rainforest, it's the perfect getaway where one can escape from the hectic city life.

We say "where one can escape" but we really mean, "where one and his/her furkid can escape". That's right, pets are allowed here!

Borneo Highlands Resort Pet-Friendly Hotel Vacay With Your Furkids At These Pet-Friendly Hotels In Malaysia Borneo Highlands Resort Pet Friendly HotelSource: Borneo Highlands Resort

The little haven, situated in Borneo's tropical rainforest (one of the world's oldest and second largest rainforest), the Borneo Highlands Resort offers rooms with Malaysian décor and rustic wooden furnishings. Each room features a seating area and work desk, and the private bathrooms come with a rain shower and separate jacuzzi. And just in case you're simply too comfortable to get up and go out, room service is available throughout the day.

Otherwise, the Hornbill Golf Course and Jungle Spa are on site, as well as their Annah Rais Café, which serves local cuisine prepared using ingredients from the resort's organic garden. After enjoying a meal, guests can schedule a tour of the organic garden with the resort's horticulturalist. There are also other activities such as swimming in the outdoor pool, hiking in the Penrissen Mountain Range, going for a horseback riding excursions, or biking around the resort.

Source: Borneo Highlands Resort Vacay With Your Furkids At These Pet-Friendly Hotels In Malaysia Borneo Highlands Resort Pet Friendly Hotel KuchingSource: Borneo Highlands Resort

And it's not inaccessible either because the Kuching International Airport is only about 45km away from Borneo Highlands Resort. Sounds like a wholesome and relaxing plan?

Rates start from RM500 onwards per night.

For more information, visit its official website.

Noordin Mews, Penang

Noordin Mews is Penang's newest private boutique heritage hotel, a welcome and refreshing addition to the already vibrant Penang tourist attraction.

Mews was originally for trishaws and hand carts as well as the servants quarters for the wealthy families who lived in Noordin Street in the first decades of the last century. Set in a walled tropical garden with its own private swimming pool, the main building is a classic 1920s Peranakan shop house in straits eclectic style with its own laneway. It's also just a 10-minute walk to the Street of Harmony which links Penang's most iconic landmarks – the Khoo Khongsi Clan House, the Guan Yin Temple, the English Georgian Church, Penang's main Mosque, and a remarkable kovil.

Oh, and it's pet-friendly.

Source: Noordin Mews Vacay With Your Furkids At These Pet-Friendly Hotels In Malaysia Noordin Mews Penang Pet Friendly HotelSource: Noordin Mews

16 air-conditioned bedrooms have 32-inch flat screen televisions, complimentary Wi-Fi, and restored retro fittings and furniture, and each are served by their own private en suite bathroom with Grohe accessories and antique tiles. As mentioned, the hotel welcomes travellers with their pets. However, only 6 rooms that are located on the ground floor are pet-friendly rooms, and the dining area is strictly off limits for pets as we have to be sensitive to the other guests as well.

So, how about it?

Source: Noordin Mews Vacay With Your Furkids At These Pet-Friendly Hotels In Malaysia Noordin Mews Penang Pet FriendlySource: Noordin Mews

Spend an adventurous day of eating and discovering Penang's historical treasures, hidden gems, and chasing down some street art, then return to Noordin Mews' beautiful lush tropical garden and swimming pool before heading off at night to one of Penang's famous street hawker centres for their renowned local foods. And finally, at the end of it all, retire at one of Noordin Mews' gorgeous rooms – with furkid in tow, of course.

Rates from RM290 per night. Make a reservation here!

For more information, visit its official website.

Valley View, Cameron Highlands

Want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy the peace and quiet in a place that's like your own home away from home? Yearning to wake up to the sounds of nature and magnificent views of the mist-covered valley and rolling hills? Want to enjoy a highland holiday without having to leave your beloved furkid behind? We've got what you're looking for!

Enjoy a great highlands holiday for you, your loved one(s), and your furkid(s) at Valley View bungalow. The bungalow is nestled on a hilltop surrounded by 2 acres of lush greenery, flower gardens, fruit trees, and vegetable plots. It's huge so it's pretty ideal for family holidays and group getaways for people of all ages.

Source: Valley View Vacay With Your Furkids At These Pet-Friendly Hotels In Malaysia Valley View Cameron Highlands Pet Friendly HotelSource: Valley View

The bungalow is a double-storey, fully furnished, 5-bedroom house with 2 bedrooms on the upper floor and 3 bedrooms on the lower floor. All the bedrooms have queen-sized double beds and attached bathrooms with hot/cold showers, towels, hand towels, and soap/shampoo dispensers. Each floor is self-contained with its own kitchen, dining area, and lounge, and each kitchen is fully equipped with refrigerator, gas cooker, rice cooker, micro-wave oven, toaster, cutlery, crockery, and steamboat cooking facilities.

Free wireless internet and TV with full Astro coverage are available. Valley View also caters for BBQ and steamboat dinners, and other meals for a minimum of 10 adults but they require notice of at least 3 days. In fact, there are 2 large BBQ pits on the front lawn with lighting for use after dark!

For more information, visit its official website.

To give you a little "push", here are some upcoming Malaysian public holidays for the rest of 2014 and 2015. Go ahead and take that time off! Happy holiday planning for you and your furkid(s), you guys!

If you have any suggestions, holler 'em at us in the comment box below!

Wednesday 26 August 2015

Jumeirah Group Signs Agreement with Oxley Malaysia to Operate a ... - Hotel in Malaysia Blog

Jumeirah Group Signs Agreement with Oxley <b>Malaysia</b> to Operate a <b>...</b> - Hotel in Malaysia Blog


Jumeirah Group Signs Agreement with Oxley <b>Malaysia</b> to Operate a <b>...</b>

Posted: 14 Aug 2015 03:03 AM PDT

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Dubai hospitality group to enter Malaysian market with outstanding property in Kuala Lumpur City Centre, expected to open in 2021

【11 August 2015】 Jumeirah Group, the global hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, has signed management agreements to operate a 190-room luxury Jumeirah hotel and to brand 273 premium residences in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The agreements were signed by Mr. Dato' Othman Hj. Omar, CEO of Oxley Malaysia, and Mr. Gerald Lawless, President and Group CEO, Jumeirah Group.

Jumeirah Kuala Lumpur hotel and Jumeirah Living Kuala Lumpur residences will be set within one of the three towers which make up the landmark mixed-use development that is set to transform the skyline of Kuala Lumpur. The three towers, interconnected via a retail podium, will be located in the middle of the Kuala Lumpur City Centre precinct within easy reach of the Petronas Twin Towers, Maxis Tower and the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Construction of the development, which will cover an area of more than 12,500 square metres (135,000 square feet), is expected to start in 2016 and complete in 2021.

Jumeirah Living Kuala Lumpur residences will be located on the lower floors of the tower, and Jumeirah Kuala Lumpur hotel will occupy the upper floors offering spectacular views across the city. The hotel will feature 190 rooms and suites, an all-day dining restaurant, a fine dining restaurant, a lounge and a bar, as well as a finely appointed Club Executive and a Talise wellness facility comprising a spa, fitness club and swimming pool.

Mr. Ching Chiat Kwong, Chairman and CEO of Oxley, said: "We are pleased to announce we have taken a step forward with the milestone agreement with Jumeirah Group to build a hotel and residences in Kuala Lumpur. This partnership with Jumeirah Group further enlarges and reiterates our presence in the Malaysian market. We are excited, delighted and proud to be Jumeirah's first business partner in Malaysia to introduce the Jumeirah experience, an epitome of luxury, to guests staying in our hotel. Jumeirah Group has created a portfolio of world-class hotels with excellent operational performance and with this hotel being the first Jumeirah hotel in Malaysia, we are confident of this holistic journey."

"Kuala Lumpur is both a travel and business destination to many. We believe our hotel and residences which lies in the heart of a bustling city with close proximity to the many landmarks of Kuala Lumpur is a gem to travelers. We are looking forward to begin this successful relationship to deliver a truly luxurious experience with Jumeirah," added CEO of Oxley Malaysia, Mr. Dato' Othman Hj. Omar.
Speaking at the signing of the agreements, Mr. Gerald Lawless, President and Group CEO, Jumeirah Group, said: "Our agreement with Oxley Malaysia paves the way for Jumeirah's entry into the important Malaysian market. This highly prestigious development further reinforces the reputation of the Jumeirah brand and will greatly appeal to our loyal customers who stay with Jumeirah in our properties across Europe, the Middle East and Asia. We are proud to have been chosen as a partner and look forward to the launch of a new expression of outstanding luxury in the Malaysian capital."

Jumeirah Group's entry into the Malaysian market is a significant milestone for the company as it continues its ambitious expansion plans. The Group currently operates 23 hotels in Europe, the Middle East and Asia and has a further 25 Jumeirah and Venu properties in the pipeline. Jumeirah Group operates a full-service office from Singapore focused on development and sales, offering expert regional advice and support. In addition to Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel in Shanghai, China, which opened in 2011, there are currently 11 projects in the Asia Pacific pipeline being developed in India, Indonesia and China. The Group is in negotiations for further properties across the region including in Thailand, Cambodia and Singapore.

– ENDS –

Notes to Editors:

For photos of Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts, please visit our extensive online photo library: http://media.jumeirah.com 

Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, operates a world-class portfolio of hotels and resorts including the flagship Burj Al Arab Jumeirah. Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts manages properties in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, UAE, and Kuwait in the Middle East; Baku, Bodrum, Frankfurt, Istanbul, London, Mallorca (Spain) and Rome in Europe; the Maldives and Shanghai in Asia. Jumeirah Group also runs the luxury serviced residences brand Jumeirah LivingTM with properties in London and Dubai; the new contemporary lifestyle hotel brand VenuTM; the wellness brand TaliseTM; Jumeirah Restaurant Group DubaiTM; Wild Wadi WaterparkTM; The Emirates Academy of Hospitality ManagementTM; and SiriusTM, its global loyalty programme. Future openings include luxury and lifestyle hotels in China, India, Indonesia, Jordan, Mauritius, Oman, Russia and the UAE. www.jumeirah.com

 

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Monday 24 August 2015

Jumeirah Group signs Agreement with Oxley Malaysia to operate a ... - Hotel in Malaysia Blog

Jumeirah Group signs Agreement with Oxley <b>Malaysia</b> to operate a <b>...</b> - Hotel in Malaysia Blog


Jumeirah Group signs Agreement with Oxley <b>Malaysia</b> to operate a <b>...</b>

Posted: 17 Aug 2015 04:26 AM PDT

Jumeirah Group - known for luxury accomodation

Jumeirah Group – known for luxury accommodation

PRESS RELEASE: Jumeirah Group, the global hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, has signed management agreements to operate a 190-room luxury Jumeirah hotel and to brand 273 premium residences in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The agreements were signed by Mr. Dato' Othman Hj. Omar, CEO of Oxley Malaysia, and Mr. Gerald Lawless, President and Group CEO, Jumeirah Group.

Jumeirah Kuala Lumpur hotel and Jumeirah Living Kuala Lumpur residences will be set within one of the three towers which make up the landmark mixed-use development that is set to transform the skyline of Kuala Lumpur. The three towers, interconnected via a retail podium, will be located in the middle of the Kuala Lumpur City Centre precinct within easy reach of the Petronas Twin Towers, Maxis Tower and the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Construction of the development, which will cover an area of more than 12,500 square metres (135,000 square feet), is expected to start in 2016 and complete in 2021.

Jumeirah Living Kuala Lumpur residences will be located on the lower floors of the tower, and Jumeirah Kuala Lumpur hotel will occupy the upper floors offering spectacular views across the city. The hotel will feature 190 rooms and suites, an all-day dining restaurant, a fine dining restaurant, a lounge and a bar, as well as a finely appointed Club Executive and a Talise wellness facility comprising a spa, fitness club and swimming pool.

Mr. Ching Chiat Kwong, Chairman and CEO of Oxley, said: "We are pleased to announce we have taken a step forward with the milestone agreement with Jumeirah Group to build a hotel and residences in Kuala Lumpur.  This partnership with Jumeirah Group further enlarges and reiterates our presence in the Malaysian market.  We are excited, delighted and proud to be Jumeirah's first business partner in Malaysia to introduce the Jumeirah experience, an epitome of luxury, to guests staying in our hotel. Jumeirah Group has created a portfolio of world-class hotels with excellent operational performance and with this hotel being the first Jumeirah hotel in Malaysia, we are confident of this holistic journey."

"Kuala Lumpur is both a travel and business destination to many.  We believe our hotel and residences which lies in the heart of a bustling city with close proximity to the many landmarks of Kuala Lumpur is a gem to travelers.  We are looking forward to begin this successful relationship to deliver a truly luxurious experience with Jumeirah," added CEO of Oxley Malaysia, Mr. Dato' Othman Hj. Omar.

Speaking at the signing of the agreements, Mr. Gerald Lawless, President and Group CEO, Jumeirah Group, said: "Our agreement with Oxley Malaysia paves the way for Jumeirah's entry into the important Malaysian market. This highly prestigious development further reinforces the reputation of the Jumeirah brand and will greatly appeal to our loyal customers who stay with Jumeirah in our properties across Europe, the Middle East and Asia. We are proud to have been chosen as a partner and look forward to the launch of a new expression of outstanding luxury in the Malaysian capital."

Jumeirah Group's entry into the Malaysian market is a significant milestone for the company as it continues its ambitious expansion plans. The Group currently operates 23 hotels in Europe, the Middle East and Asia and has a further 25 Jumeirah and Venu properties in the pipeline. Jumeirah Group operates a full-service office from Singapore focused on development and sales, offering expert regional advice and support. In addition to Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel in Shanghai, China, which opened in 2011, there are currently 11 projects in the Asia Pacific pipeline being developed in India, Indonesia and China. The Group is in negotiations for further properties across the region including in Thailand, Cambodia and Singapore.

Notes to Editors:

About Jumeirah Group:

Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, operates a world-class portfolio of hotels and resorts including the flagship Burj Al Arab Jumeirah. Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts manages properties in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, UAE, and Kuwait in the Middle East; Baku, Bodrum, Frankfurt, Istanbul, London, Mallorca (Spain) and Rome in Europe; the Maldives and Shanghai in Asia. Jumeirah Group also runs the luxury serviced residences brand Jumeirah LivingTM with properties in London and Dubai; the new contemporary lifestyle hotel brand VenuTM; the wellness brand TaliseTM; Jumeirah Restaurant Group DubaiTM; Wild Wadi WaterparkTM; The Emirates Academy of Hospitality ManagementTM; and SiriusTM, its global loyalty programme. Future openings include luxury and lifestyle hotels in China, India, Indonesia, Jordan, Mauritius, Oman, Russia and the UAE. www.jumeirah.com

About Oxley Holdings Limited

Oxley Holdings is a lifestyle property developer specialising in the development of quality residential, commercial and industrial projects. Oxley's developments are typically located in choice areas that are easily accessible via a variety of transport modes. Most of the projects also tend to incorporate retail elements, and lifestyle features and facilities. Since going public in October 2010, Oxley has launched a portfolio of 28 distinctive developments locally, one waterfront township development in London, and one mixed residential and commercial development in Cambodia. Today, the Group's presence is in Singapore, United Kingdom, Cambodia, Malaysia, People's Republic of China, Myanmar, Japan, Dublin and Indonesia with its core businesses in property development and investment. http://www.oxley.com.sg/

Media contacts at Oxley:
Ooi Chee Eng
Email: cheeeng.ooi@oxley.com.sg

Joanne Teo
Email: joanne.teo@oxleyinternational.com.sg

For further enquiries please contact:
E-mail: PR@jumeirah.com
Visit us at: www.jumeirah.com

Friday 21 August 2015

Jumeirah Group signs deal with Oxley | Sleeper - Hotel in Malaysia Blog

Jumeirah Group signs deal with Oxley | Sleeper - Hotel in Malaysia Blog


Jumeirah Group signs deal with Oxley | Sleeper

Posted: 18 Aug 2015 02:45 AM PDT

Jumeirah Group, the global hotel company and member of Dubai Holding, has signed management agreements with Oxley Malaysia to operate a 190-room luxury hotel and to brand 273 premium residences in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Jumeirah Kuala Lumpur hotel and Jumeirah Living Kuala Lumpur residences will be set within one of the three towers which make up the landmark mixed-use development that is set to transform the skyline of Kuala Lumpur. The three towers, interconnected via a retail podium, will be located in the middle of the Kuala Lumpur City Centre precinct within easy reach of the Petronas Twin Towers, Maxis Tower and the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Construction of the development, which will cover an area of more than 12,500m2, is expected to start in 2016 and complete in 2021.

Jumeirah Living Kuala Lumpur residences will be located on the lower floors of the tower, and Jumeirah Kuala Lumpur hotel will occupy the upper floors offering spectacular views across the city. The hotel will feature 190 rooms and suites, an all-day dining restaurant, a fine dining restaurant, a lounge and a bar, as well as a Talise wellness facility comprising a spa, fitness club and swimming pool.

Speaking at the signing of the agreements, Gerald Lawless, President and Group CEO, Jumeirah Group, said: "Our agreement with Oxley Malaysia paves the way for Jumeirah's entry into the important Malaysian market. This highly prestigious development further reinforces the reputation of the Jumeirah brand and will greatly appeal to our loyal customers who stay with Jumeirah in our properties across Europe, the Middle East and Asia. We are proud to have been chosen as a partner and look forward to the launch of a new expression of outstanding luxury in the Malaysian capital."

Ching Chiat Kwong, Chairman and CEO of Oxley, added: "We are excited, delighted and proud to be Jumeirah's first business partner in Malaysia to introduce the Jumeirah experience, an epitome of luxury, to guests staying in our hotel. Jumeirah Group has created a portfolio of world-class hotels with excellent operational performance and with this hotel being the first Jumeirah hotel in Malaysia, we are confident of this holistic journey."

Indeed, Jumeirah Group's entry into the Malaysian market is a significant milestone for the company as it continues its expansion plans. The Group currently operates 23 hotels in Europe, the Middle East and Asia and has a further 25 Jumeirah and Venu properties in the pipeline. In addition to Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel in Shanghai, China, (pictured) which opened in 2011, there are currently 11 projects in the Asia Pacific pipeline being developed in India, Indonesia and China. The Group is in negotiations for further properties across the region including in Thailand, Cambodia and Singapore.

www.jumeirah.com

Thursday 20 August 2015

Raffles, Batavia, Majestic: six of the best colonial hotels in south-east ... - Hotel in Malaysia Blog

Raffles, Batavia, Majestic: six of the best colonial <b>hotels</b> in south-east <b>...</b> - Hotel in Malaysia Blog


Raffles, Batavia, Majestic: six of the best colonial <b>hotels</b> in south-east <b>...</b>

Posted: 24 May 2015 07:58 PM PDT

English afternoon tea at the Majestic in Malaysia. Photograph: Supplied

You might expect all vestiges of colonial life to be slowly fading from Asia's modern, busy cities. But instead elements of those days, particularly the ones relating to the tourist trade, are being recreated, preserved and celebrated.

If you are travelling on a budget, many of the region's colonial-era hotels may seem prohibitively expensive but you can still get a taste of days of yore, should you wish to, in a hotel bar with an afternoon gin and tonic or taking high tea in a hotel lounge.

The Majestic Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Modern Kuala Lumpur is like any big developing Asian city: malls, traffic, more malls, street hawker stalls, Chinatown, nice bit where diplomats live, shiny towers, malls … But there's a pocket of KL that will be forever England.

High tea at the Majestic Hotel in Malaysia. High tea at the Majestic Hotel in Malaysia. Photograph: Brigid Delaney/The Guardian.

Arriving at the Majestic Hotel – built in 1932 and recently refurbished – is like stepping into a Somerset Maugham novel. There's a smoking room, where guys in linen suits (seriously!) light up, play pool and drink whisky; there's a screening room that shows black and white movies from Hollywood's golden age; and in the suites there are deep, lovely clawfoot baths where you can wash away the humidity and sweat of life in the hot zone.

During my stay at the Majestic (a 51-room hotel that combines neoclassical and art deco style), every afternoon the lobby was full of people enjoying English-style high tea – with plates of cakes, scones and pots of tea. Being serendaded by the piano "takes guests back to 1932", one of the staff told me.

Recently refurbished – the Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur. The Majestic Hotel, Kuala Lumpur. Photograph: Roderick Eime/flickr

Galle Fort Hotel, Galle, Sri Lanka

Galle, the capital of the southern part of Sri Lanka, is a Unesco world heritage site, and the Galle fort was built by the Portuguese in 1588 then fortified by the Dutch during the 17th century.

Many of the Portuguese- and Dutch-era buildings have been restored and renovated, but one of my favourites is the Galle Fort Hotel.

Restored to its former glory, the hotel is one of the pricier places to stay in town (up to $320 a night in peak season) – but you can soak up the vibe simply by having a G&T in the hotel's bar, which is a pleasant porch area out the front where you can sit amid the tropical blossoms and watch the street life pass by.

Cafe Batavia and Hermitage Hotel, Jakarta, Indonesia

Colonial Jakarta is a crumbly mess: beautiful old buildings with white cracked paint and trees growing out the windows; boarded-up windows and creaky narrow staircases where ravens now nest. It's as if the city doesn't have the heart to tear down the old buildings but lacks the money to restore them.

There is one notable exception – Cafe Batavia. Originally built circa 1805-1850 as administration offices before becoming an art gallery in 1990, an Australian, Graham James, bought it in 1991 and reopened it as Cafe Batavia in 1993.

There are black and white pictures all over the walls, an old piano and historical trinkets. The food is a pricey by Indonesian standards but the atmosphere is like stepping back in time.

If you want to stay at a heritage hotel in Jakarta, then the Hermitage Hotel is a welcome change from many of the capital's gleaming chain hotels. Situated in the historical district of Menteng, in central Jakarta, the hotel is in an art deco building from 1923 that was once a Dutch Telecommunications office.

Cafe Batavia in Jakarta. Cafe Batavia in Jakarta. Photograph: Brian Giesen/flickr

Mesa Stila, Central Java, Indonesia

On the grounds of a coffee plantation, surrounded by a ring of active volcanos, Mesa Stila in Central Java is strange, almost otherworldly place.

Now branded as a health and wellness resort, with an excellent spa, it's buildings and furniture hark back to Dutch colonial times. In the central lobby, ceiling fans, wide day beds, a large verandah and a piano all add to the colonial vibe and afternoon tea is served daily.

The hotel was a favourite of the former Indonesian president Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and only a few hours away from the incredible Borobudur temple complex.

x Just down the road from Mesa Stila … Buddhist monks pray at the Borobudur temple during the Vesak festival in Magelang, Central Java. Photograph: Clara Prima/AFP/Getty Images

Strand Hotel, Rangoon, Burma

The Strand's website declares it was named "the finest hostelry East of Suez" by John Murray in his Handbook for Travellers written in the early 20th century. Built in 1901, the three-storey, five-star hotel boasts that it's one of south-east Asia's "few grand colonial hotels and one of its most awe inspiring".

All the rooms were booked out when I visited Rangoon a few months ago (you need to book a long way in advance – there's a shortage of hotel rooms in the capital) but there were plenty of seats at the bar.

Make sure you bring your copy of George Orwell's Burmese Days to complete the experience.

An old favourite of Orwell – the Strand Hotel in Burma. An old favourite of Orwell … the Strand Hotel in Burma. Photograph: Shaun Dunphy/flickr

Raffles Hotel, Singapore

Raffles is a colonial icon – famous for its liveried Sikh doormen and its Singapore Sling house cocktail.

Open in 1887, Raffles Hotel Singapore is a prime example of colonial architecture, boasting period furniture and a tropical garden.

High tea is popular at Raffles – and you're encouraged to book ahead. It's the usual fare of cakes and crustless sandwiches served on a three-tiered stand, in the beautiful Tiffin Room. While you nibble on your sandwiches, a harpist plays in the background.

One thing I noticed at high teas at both the Majestic and Raffles that would have been unheard of in Maugham's day: pretty much everyone, at every table, photographing their food.

Rex Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Metropole, Hanoi, Vietnam

Majestic Malacca, Malaysia

The Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok, Thailand

Peace Hotel Shanghai, China

The Peninsula, Hong Kong

Grand Hotel d'Angkor in Siem Reap, Cambodia

The Imperial, New Delhi, India

High tea at the Peninsula in Hong Kong. High tea at the Peninsula in Hong Kong. Photograph: finedining indian/flickr

Monday 17 August 2015

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A Ghost is Caught in <b>Malaysia Hotel</b>.. Do Not Watch Alone <b>...</b>

Posted: 13 Aug 2015 08:32 AM PDT

Some of us do not believe in the supernatural creatures' existence, if you are one of them just wait to watch this video.
It displays an attack which took place in a Malaysian hotel, so watch the video and tell us if you believe the video or it could be a well-performed act from this girl!

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Sunday 16 August 2015

Jumeirah Group Signs Agreement with Oxley Malaysia to Operate a ... - Hotel in Malaysia Blog

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Jumeirah Group Signs Agreement with Oxley <b>Malaysia</b> to Operate a <b>...</b>

Posted: 14 Aug 2015 03:03 AM PDT

jumeirahDubai hospitality group to enter Malaysian market with outstanding property in Kuala Lumpur City Centre, expected to open in 2021

【11 August 2015】 Jumeirah Group, the global hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, has signed management agreements to operate a 190-room luxury Jumeirah hotel and to brand 273 premium residences in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The agreements were signed by Mr. Dato' Othman Hj. Omar, CEO of Oxley Malaysia, and Mr. Gerald Lawless, President and Group CEO, Jumeirah Group.

Jumeirah Kuala Lumpur hotel and Jumeirah Living Kuala Lumpur residences will be set within one of the three towers which make up the landmark mixed-use development that is set to transform the skyline of Kuala Lumpur. The three towers, interconnected via a retail podium, will be located in the middle of the Kuala Lumpur City Centre precinct within easy reach of the Petronas Twin Towers, Maxis Tower and the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Construction of the development, which will cover an area of more than 12,500 square metres (135,000 square feet), is expected to start in 2016 and complete in 2021.

Jumeirah Living Kuala Lumpur residences will be located on the lower floors of the tower, and Jumeirah Kuala Lumpur hotel will occupy the upper floors offering spectacular views across the city. The hotel will feature 190 rooms and suites, an all-day dining restaurant, a fine dining restaurant, a lounge and a bar, as well as a finely appointed Club Executive and a Talise wellness facility comprising a spa, fitness club and swimming pool.

Mr. Ching Chiat Kwong, Chairman and CEO of Oxley, said: "We are pleased to announce we have taken a step forward with the milestone agreement with Jumeirah Group to build a hotel and residences in Kuala Lumpur. This partnership with Jumeirah Group further enlarges and reiterates our presence in the Malaysian market. We are excited, delighted and proud to be Jumeirah's first business partner in Malaysia to introduce the Jumeirah experience, an epitome of luxury, to guests staying in our hotel. Jumeirah Group has created a portfolio of world-class hotels with excellent operational performance and with this hotel being the first Jumeirah hotel in Malaysia, we are confident of this holistic journey."

"Kuala Lumpur is both a travel and business destination to many. We believe our hotel and residences which lies in the heart of a bustling city with close proximity to the many landmarks of Kuala Lumpur is a gem to travelers. We are looking forward to begin this successful relationship to deliver a truly luxurious experience with Jumeirah," added CEO of Oxley Malaysia, Mr. Dato' Othman Hj. Omar.
Speaking at the signing of the agreements, Mr. Gerald Lawless, President and Group CEO, Jumeirah Group, said: "Our agreement with Oxley Malaysia paves the way for Jumeirah's entry into the important Malaysian market. This highly prestigious development further reinforces the reputation of the Jumeirah brand and will greatly appeal to our loyal customers who stay with Jumeirah in our properties across Europe, the Middle East and Asia. We are proud to have been chosen as a partner and look forward to the launch of a new expression of outstanding luxury in the Malaysian capital."

Jumeirah Group's entry into the Malaysian market is a significant milestone for the company as it continues its ambitious expansion plans. The Group currently operates 23 hotels in Europe, the Middle East and Asia and has a further 25 Jumeirah and Venu properties in the pipeline. Jumeirah Group operates a full-service office from Singapore focused on development and sales, offering expert regional advice and support. In addition to Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel in Shanghai, China, which opened in 2011, there are currently 11 projects in the Asia Pacific pipeline being developed in India, Indonesia and China. The Group is in negotiations for further properties across the region including in Thailand, Cambodia and Singapore.

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Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, operates a world-class portfolio of hotels and resorts including the flagship Burj Al Arab Jumeirah. Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts manages properties in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, UAE, and Kuwait in the Middle East; Baku, Bodrum, Frankfurt, Istanbul, London, Mallorca (Spain) and Rome in Europe; the Maldives and Shanghai in Asia. Jumeirah Group also runs the luxury serviced residences brand Jumeirah LivingTM with properties in London and Dubai; the new contemporary lifestyle hotel brand VenuTM; the wellness brand TaliseTM; Jumeirah Restaurant Group DubaiTM; Wild Wadi WaterparkTM; The Emirates Academy of Hospitality ManagementTM; and SiriusTM, its global loyalty programme. Future openings include luxury and lifestyle hotels in China, India, Indonesia, Jordan, Mauritius, Oman, Russia and the UAE. www.jumeirah.com

 

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Raffles, Batavia, Majestic: six of the best colonial <b>hotels</b> in south-east <b>...</b>

Posted: 24 May 2015 07:58 PM PDT

English afternoon tea at the Majestic in Malaysia. Photograph: Supplied

You might expect all vestiges of colonial life to be slowly fading from Asia's modern, busy cities. But instead elements of those days, particularly the ones relating to the tourist trade, are being recreated, preserved and celebrated.

If you are travelling on a budget, many of the region's colonial-era hotels may seem prohibitively expensive but you can still get a taste of days of yore, should you wish to, in a hotel bar with an afternoon gin and tonic or taking high tea in a hotel lounge.

The Majestic Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Modern Kuala Lumpur is like any big developing Asian city: malls, traffic, more malls, street hawker stalls, Chinatown, nice bit where diplomats live, shiny towers, malls … But there's a pocket of KL that will be forever England.

High tea at the Majestic Hotel in Malaysia. High tea at the Majestic Hotel in Malaysia. Photograph: Brigid Delaney/The Guardian.

Arriving at the Majestic Hotel – built in 1932 and recently refurbished – is like stepping into a Somerset Maugham novel. There's a smoking room, where guys in linen suits (seriously!) light up, play pool and drink whisky; there's a screening room that shows black and white movies from Hollywood's golden age; and in the suites there are deep, lovely clawfoot baths where you can wash away the humidity and sweat of life in the hot zone.

During my stay at the Majestic (a 51-room hotel that combines neoclassical and art deco style), every afternoon the lobby was full of people enjoying English-style high tea – with plates of cakes, scones and pots of tea. Being serendaded by the piano "takes guests back to 1932", one of the staff told me.

Recently refurbished – the Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur. The Majestic Hotel, Kuala Lumpur. Photograph: Roderick Eime/flickr

Galle Fort Hotel, Galle, Sri Lanka

Galle, the capital of the southern part of Sri Lanka, is a Unesco world heritage site, and the Galle fort was built by the Portuguese in 1588 then fortified by the Dutch during the 17th century.

Many of the Portuguese- and Dutch-era buildings have been restored and renovated, but one of my favourites is the Galle Fort Hotel.

Restored to its former glory, the hotel is one of the pricier places to stay in town (up to $320 a night in peak season) – but you can soak up the vibe simply by having a G&T in the hotel's bar, which is a pleasant porch area out the front where you can sit amid the tropical blossoms and watch the street life pass by.

Cafe Batavia and Hermitage Hotel, Jakarta, Indonesia

Colonial Jakarta is a crumbly mess: beautiful old buildings with white cracked paint and trees growing out the windows; boarded-up windows and creaky narrow staircases where ravens now nest. It's as if the city doesn't have the heart to tear down the old buildings but lacks the money to restore them.

There is one notable exception – Cafe Batavia. Originally built circa 1805-1850 as administration offices before becoming an art gallery in 1990, an Australian, Graham James, bought it in 1991 and reopened it as Cafe Batavia in 1993.

There are black and white pictures all over the walls, an old piano and historical trinkets. The food is a pricey by Indonesian standards but the atmosphere is like stepping back in time.

If you want to stay at a heritage hotel in Jakarta, then the Hermitage Hotel is a welcome change from many of the capital's gleaming chain hotels. Situated in the historical district of Menteng, in central Jakarta, the hotel is in an art deco building from 1923 that was once a Dutch Telecommunications office.

Cafe Batavia in Jakarta. Cafe Batavia in Jakarta. Photograph: Brian Giesen/flickr

Mesa Stila, Central Java, Indonesia

On the grounds of a coffee plantation, surrounded by a ring of active volcanos, Mesa Stila in Central Java is strange, almost otherworldly place.

Now branded as a health and wellness resort, with an excellent spa, it's buildings and furniture hark back to Dutch colonial times. In the central lobby, ceiling fans, wide day beds, a large verandah and a piano all add to the colonial vibe and afternoon tea is served daily.

The hotel was a favourite of the former Indonesian president Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and only a few hours away from the incredible Borobudur temple complex.

x Just down the road from Mesa Stila … Buddhist monks pray at the Borobudur temple during the Vesak festival in Magelang, Central Java. Photograph: Clara Prima/AFP/Getty Images

Strand Hotel, Rangoon, Burma

The Strand's website declares it was named "the finest hostelry East of Suez" by John Murray in his Handbook for Travellers written in the early 20th century. Built in 1901, the three-storey, five-star hotel boasts that it's one of south-east Asia's "few grand colonial hotels and one of its most awe inspiring".

All the rooms were booked out when I visited Rangoon a few months ago (you need to book a long way in advance – there's a shortage of hotel rooms in the capital) but there were plenty of seats at the bar.

Make sure you bring your copy of George Orwell's Burmese Days to complete the experience.

An old favourite of Orwell – the Strand Hotel in Burma. An old favourite of Orwell … the Strand Hotel in Burma. Photograph: Shaun Dunphy/flickr

Raffles Hotel, Singapore

Raffles is a colonial icon – famous for its liveried Sikh doormen and its Singapore Sling house cocktail.

Open in 1887, Raffles Hotel Singapore is a prime example of colonial architecture, boasting period furniture and a tropical garden.

High tea is popular at Raffles – and you're encouraged to book ahead. It's the usual fare of cakes and crustless sandwiches served on a three-tiered stand, in the beautiful Tiffin Room. While you nibble on your sandwiches, a harpist plays in the background.

One thing I noticed at high teas at both the Majestic and Raffles that would have been unheard of in Maugham's day: pretty much everyone, at every table, photographing their food.

Rex Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Metropole, Hanoi, Vietnam

Majestic Malacca, Malaysia

The Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok, Thailand

Peace Hotel Shanghai, China

The Peninsula, Hong Kong

Grand Hotel d'Angkor in Siem Reap, Cambodia

The Imperial, New Delhi, India

High tea at the Peninsula in Hong Kong. High tea at the Peninsula in Hong Kong. Photograph: finedining indian/flickr