KENYIR RESORT ON GLOBAL MAP BILLS RM 10 MILLION ON DRB-HICOM
 

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 19 (Bernama) — Conglomerate, DRB-Hicom Bhd has spent RM10 million to upgrade and refurbish Lake Kenyir Resort and Spa, in a bid to position the resort on the international tourism map.

“The resort has a lot of potential. We hope to position the resort as the only international class resort in Lake Kenyir,” said its group managing director Datuk Mohd Khamil Jamil.

“The massive upgrading and refurbishment exercise early last year involved 135 chalets, the main lobby, Tembat restaurant, Jenagor Bar and Lounge, Ulik Mayang Spa, conference facilities, as well as staff hostel,” Mohd Khamil said.

In an interview with Bernama recently at the DRB Hicom Amazing Hunt 2009 in Lake Kenyir, he said the Lake Kenyir Resort and Spa has become an attraction not only for locals but foreigners as well especially from the Netherlands and Japan.

Lake Kenyir is the largest lake in Malaysia, which spans over 260,000 hectares. The lake serves as another gateway to the country’s national park, Taman Negara, and is surrounded by lush tropical jungle.

Home to nine of the thirty-one species of Hornbills in Asia, Lake Kenyir is a popular and ideal retreat for nature lovers, anglers, bird watchers, photo enthusiasts and fun seekers.

Besides the Lake Kenyir Resort and Spa, there are two other resorts under DRB-Hicom stable — Rebak Island Marina Resort in Langkawi and Holiday Inn Glenmarie in Kuala Lumpur.

On the Amazing Hunt 2009, held from Aug 7-9, Mohd Khamil said it was DRB-Hicom’s first ever long distance media drive.

About 50 journalists, driving 25 cars, travelled all the way up to Lake Kenyir and back, covering a total distance of 1,140km.

The event was to enable the media to test seven vehicle brands under its stable — Audi, Honda, Isuzu, Mitsubishi, Suzuki, Chevrolet and Proton.

The flagship of DRB-Hicom is undoubtedly its automotive sector, where as the country’s single largest integrated automotive player, it offers a comprehensive suite of services that encompass manufacturing, assembling and distributing operations.

Other core activities of the company include in the services sector, property and infrastructure and defense sector.

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Malaysia money currency

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Travellers cheques can be exchanged for Malaysian Ringgit at commercial banks, hotels or at authorised money changers. All major hotels are only licensed to buy, but not sell, foreign currencies in the form of notes and travellers cheques. Credit cards including American Express, Visa, Master Card and Diners Club are accepted at most hotels, shopping centres and major restaurants. ATMs are widely available

Duty Free: Travellers to Malaysia do not have to pay customs duty on 200 cigarettes, 50 cigars or 225g tobacco; 1 litre wine, spirits or malt liquor; 100 matches; cosmetic products to the value of RM200; up to three new items of clothing and one pair of footwear; one portable electrical or battery-operated appliance for personal hygiene; food preparations to the value of RM75; souvenirs and gifts to the value of RM200 (with the exception of goods from Langkawi and Labuan, to the value of RM500). Prohibited items include goods from Haiti, counterfeit money and illegal drugs.

malaysia climate and weather

The country is made up of two regions. Peninsular Malaysia which lies between Thailand and Singapore, and East Malaysia across the South China Sea on the island of Borneo. The combined land area of both regions is about 330,400 sq km (127,000 sq miles). 
 
The Peninsular is divided into the ‘east coast’ and the ‘west coast’ by the Main Range, known as Banjaran Titiwangsa, which runs from the Malaysia-Thai border in the north to the southern state of Negeri Sembilan. Geographically, East Malaysia is rugged, with a series of mountain range encompassing the interior regions of both states.

The Crocker Range in Sabah is the site of Mount Kinabalu, the highest peak in South East Asia. Low’s Peak, at 4,093 metres above sea level, is the highest point of the mountain.

 
  The country is generally warm throughout the year with humid tropical climate temperatures ranging from 21° to 32° Celsius in the lowlands.Temperatures and humidity are high all year round, Malaysia’s position in the equatorial zone guarantees a classic tropical climate with relative humidity levels usually around 90%.but it is slightly cooler in the mountains. This can however be as low as 16° Celsius in the highlands. Annual rainfall is heavy at 2,500mm (100 inches). Malaysia has a hot with two monsoon seasons, one between October and February and the other from April to October; the latter is characterised by thunderstorms. 
 
On a rainy day, thunder and lightning often accompany the heavy downpour which normally lasts for about an hour or two. The high humidity level at 80% throughout the year favours light and sweat-absorbent material like cotton for daily dressing.

Generally, Malaysia has two distinct seasons. The dry season occurs during the south-west monsoon from May and September. The northeast monsoon brings the rainy season to the country during mid-November till March. 
 
Try to avoid east coast destinations and Island Malaysia between November and January. Otherwise, Malaysia can be enjoyed at any time of year as the weather is generally hot, sunny and fairly uniform; it’s rare to have a day without showers and unusual to have a day without sunshine. Take light summer clothes, carry an umbrella and an extra warm sweater if visiting the hill stations.
Slightly thicker clothing may also be worn in air-conditioned spaces like cinemas and meeting rooms.

If heat is your enemy, the only alternative is to ensure the home you choose for yourself has excellent ventilation with lots of windows for better air circulation, and is fitted with air-conditioning.
Most accommodation will have air conditioning although many houses and apartments will only have it in the bedrooms.

PULAU LANGKAWI TRAVEL PACKAGE – 5 DAYS OF BEST STANDARD ACTIVITIES / ITINERARY AND ATTRACTIVE PLACES

Pakej Pelancongan Langkawi dan Tempat Menarik

Langkawi standard Tour Packages

Hotels Accommodation with Tours
Also known as The Jewel of Kedah, Langkawi is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Malaysia. Comprising an archipelago of 99 islands, it recently made history when it became South East Asia’s first UNESCO Geopark.

Langkawi is well-known not just for its legendary tales, but also for its legendary beauty. Kuah, Langkawi’s capital town, is famous for its duty-free shopping, where unbelievable bargains can be found all year round. There is something here for everyone – from those looking for a good bargain to those looking to spend some quiet time in the midst of nature

Langkawi Car Rental

**Rental car type is Proton Wira (manual transmission). Upgrades to a Hyundai or an automatic Proton Wira is possible at an additional charge of RM 20 per day. A surcharge of RM 20 per day applies for rental during school holidays, public holidays and the eve of public holidays. Room surcharge applies during school holidays, public holidays and the eve of public holidays

INTERESTING PLACES & ACTIVITIES IN LANGKAWI

Day 1

Arrival at Resort
After a traditional welcome with bunga manggar (floral displays) and kompang (Malay hand drums), relax and refresh:

Enjoy lunch in the privacy of your pavilion.
Unwind by the pool.
Indulge in an ayurvedic-inspired body treatment in the Spa.
Work out in the Fitness Centre.

Day 2

Start the day with an orientation breakfast in Serai restaurant. Afterwards, experience the Resort’s facilities or venture further afield.

Tour island attractions, including Air Hangat Village, paddy fields, remote villages and Durian Perangin Falls.
Play golf at Golf Club Datai Bay.
Lunch at Royal Langkawi Yacht Club or B & Z Sempoy, a local warung (street stall) that serves 30 types of native dishes.

Visit Perdana Quay Marina.
View Langkawi’s rainforest from the air.

Travel by cable car to the summit of Gunung Mat Cincang for an aerial view of Langkawi at sunset.
Take a sunset drive to Gunung Raya to watch the regal hornbills.
Capture the local flavours of Langkawi at Pasar Malam, a bustling night market.
Dine in the privacy of your pavilion or at your leisure in Serai.

Day 3

Breakfast at your leisure. Afterwards, experience the Resort’s facilities or venture further afield.

Spend a morning or a full day at one of three nearby islands in the Langkawi archipelago, to snorkel, kayak, windsurf, hike or go deep sea fishing.
Picnic on a private beach.

Shop for exquisite regional treasures in the Resort’s galleria of boutiques.
Experience a customised spa treatment in the full-service spa.
Search for exotic Malaysian handicrafts in Langkawi Fair Mall, Kuah Town (Pekan Kuah) or Kompleks Kraft Budaya.

Savour sunset cocktails and dinner aboard a luxury yacht.
Barbecue on the beach.

Map To Langkawi

Day 4

Savour a local breakfast specialty, nasi lemak, for a spicy start to a day of action and adventure.

Explore the mangrove wetlands at Kilim Nature Park. Visit the Bat Cave, Cave of Legends and floating fish farm, or try to spot an eagle.
Snorkel, dive, swim or hike at Pulau Payar Marine Park.
Enjoy a picnic lunch.

Go-kart at MORAC circuit.
Golf at Datai Bay.
Improve your game at a tennis clinic.

Celebrate your successful event with dinner at Mare Blu on Perdana Quay’s waterfront promenade or at Bon Ton, a restaurant near some restored timber houses. Afterwards, tour Pantai Cenang and Pantai Tengah to enjoy the night lights of Langkawi.
Day 5

Breakfast at your leisure before the day’s activities.

Learn Asian cooking from a Four Seasons chef.
Discover indigenous tropical flora with the Resort’s resident naturalist on a Jalan-Jalan (walkabout) in the Resort’s gardens.
Attend farewell lunch in Kafe Kepala.

Relax by the pool with your favourite book.
Unwind with a soothing spa treatment.

Depart for Langkawi International Airport.