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Malaysia: Dusit Princess Melaka – Where Heritage Meets Hospitality

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Dusit International marks its debut in Malaysia with the opening of Dusit Princess Melaka, an upscale retreat blending Dusit's Thai-inspired hospitality with the rich cultural heritage of one of Southeast Asia’s most storied destinations. Set in the heart of Melaka’s UNESCO-listed historic quarter, the 296-room hotel elevates the city’s evolving hospitality landscape—offering refined accommodations, five-star …

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Penang Courtyard Opens in Malaysia

Courtyard by Marriott Penang  is the first Courtyard hotel to open  in Malaysia. However, Marriott already has a significant footprint in the country.In fact, it is Malaysia 17th Marriott property.

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Belitung Sheraton Resort Opens in Indonesia

  Where to  Stay in Indonesia The Belitung Sheraton Resort is the newest Marriott hotel to open in Indonesia. Set amid a designated nature reserve, the hotel is an environmentally friendly resort. And it has facilities and activities targeted at eco-tourists and active travelers. Hotel Overview The Belitung Sheraton Resort is an eco-friendly resort hotel. …

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Passenger’s Guide to Kota Kinabalu International Airport

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Kota Kinabalu International Airport is the second busiest airport in Malaysia. Located on the northern part of Borneo, it serves Kota Kinabalu and the island's northwestern coastal region, which is popular with ecotourists. Kota Kinabalu is the capital of Sabah province.

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King for a Day Among Descendants of Headhunters

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The Mari Mari Cultural Village is located deep in the tropical jungles of Borneo. Five tribes are represented in the village, which showcases the traditional lifestyles of headhunter. Guides are tribal descendants. My visit was a highlight of my stay in Kota Kinabalu. Find out why!

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Ritz-Carlton Opens Resort Hotel in Langkawi, Malaysia

Ritz-Carlton Langkawi overlooks a private bay in Malaysia. The 5 star resort is set amid a lush tropical rain forest along the shores of the Andaman Sea. Opening on 21 September 2017, it is the chain's 1st beachfront resort in Malaysia.

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Kuala Lumpur Hotel Offers 30% Discount to Celebrate US$9 Million Facelift

Kuala Lumpur Dorsett underwent a 40 million Malaysian ringit, or US$9.34 millon, renovation. All of the hotel's public spaces, 322 rooms and food and beverage outlets were renovated. The hotel is located in KL's Golden Triangle.

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Chinese New Year in 2021 – Dates and Customs

Friday 27 January 2017 is Chinese New Year's Eve, the beginning of a festival that traditionally lasted more than two weeks. Celebrations in Hong Kong will include fireworks, a night parade, horse-racing, and soccer.

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Hong Kong – London, Business Class (Return) for HK$12,000? Is That Possible???

Malaysian Airlines Airbus A380. Photo Credit: Aero Pixels. Airlines + Aviation Malaysian Airlines is offering return (round trip) Business Class tickets as low as Hong Kong to London Heathrow for HK$12,000 (US$1,547. ). There's got to be a catch, right? I did  my research, and this is what I found. I'm always a little suspicious when …

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Greater China: the Legend Behind the Dragon Boat Festival

The Dragon Boat Festival is celebrated on th 5th day of the 5th month on the Lunar Calendar throughout Greater China. It is especially popular in Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and other places with large Chinese populations such as Malaysia and Singapore.