2017 and consists of 31 stations, which 7 stations of that are located along a 9.5 kilometre underground railway system. Tourists can now add mall-hopping to their list of activities with the entire 51km MRT Sungai Buloh-Kajang line. That brings it to a total of 43 shopping malls, supermarkets, wet markets and street markets. There are also around 11 hospitals or healthcare providers along the MRT SBK line. DESTINATION NEWS SPECIAL EVENTS Deepavali 18 October 2017 Deepavali is the Hindu festival of lights celebrated every year and is one of the most popular festivals of Hinduism, it spiritually signifies the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, knowledge over ignorance, and hope over despair. Christmas Day 25 December 2017 Christians in Malaysia celebrate Christmas by way of meals with family and friends on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day, along with gift-giving, music, singing, church events and prayer. More broadly, Malaysian society celebrates Christmas with colourful displays in shopping malls for one or two months before Christmas Day and with a public holiday on the 25th December. HOTEL NEWS NEW HOTEL Prophet Muhammad s Birthday 01 December 2017 Prophet Muhammad s birthday is also called Maulud Nabi in Malaysia, and is commonly marked by religious lectures and readings of the Quran. Muhammad s birth was approximately in the year 570 (in the Gregorian Calendar). His uncle raised him after both the boy s parents died while he was very young. Prophet Muhammad learned the trades of the merchant and of shepherding. He began to preach around the age of 40. Eventually, he and his followers numbering around ten thousand took control of Mecca. Muhammad died from an illness in 632 after uniting Arabia into a single Muslim entity. BE THE FIRST TO KNOW! NEW TOURIST ATTRACTIONS Malaysia s Newest MRT Stations Klang Valley Malaysia s Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) Sungai Buloh-Kajang (SBK) launched on 17 Jul 2017 Ritz Carlton, Langkawi (Opening In October) The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi is now accepting reservations for arrivals beginning on October 1st. Fringed by lush rainforests and lapped by the clear-blue Andaman Sea, the Malaysian island of Langkawi has a new addition to its landscape: The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi. The oceanfront resort blends beautifully with its surroundings and was designed to reflect a traditional kampong village with 90 luxurious guest rooms and suites and 29 pool villas, three swimming pools, a locally inspired spa, three dining outlets, two ocean front bars and lounges, and both indoor and outdoor wedding venues.
WHAT S HAPPENING? SPECIAL EVENTS Dinosaurs Alive In Kuala Lumpur 14 July 2017 14 January 2018 Dinosaurs are back from the dead and they are roaring in KL! The Dinosaur Alive pop-up Jurassic theme park is now open for children and adults alike to explore and learn about the prehistoric creatures while participating in exciting interactive activities.the exhibit is displaying over 40 life-size animatronic dinosaurs, each made to look as life-like as possible down to their reptilian skins. This is the chance for visitors to get up close and personal with dinosaurs -- including the infamous T-Rex -- in a primordial Jurassicthemed forest! The Lanai, Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTiC), Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur The Creative Alliance Exhibitions Kuala Lumpur Biennale 2017 19 September 2017 28 February 2018 Biennale is a large-scale international contemporary art exhibition that serves as a benchmark for a nation s culture. Biennale in Latin means any event that happens every two years. Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Sabah National Visual Arts Gallery A Photo Exhibition For Everyone to Participate 29 August 19 November 2017 Now for the first time in Malaysia, Fujifilm is holding a similar initiative called the SHOOT. PRINT.SHARE. Photo Exhibition to spread the excitement. The aim of the SHOOT.PRINT. SHARE. Photo Exhibition is to celebrate and preserve the culture of photography whilst breaking the communication walls and bringing people together. We hope to achieve this by creating a space where photographers (experts and novices alike) and the mass public can meet and have a dialogue on photography whilst shining light on Malaysia s colourful charm. We truly look forward to your photo submissions about Malaysia! Everyone is welcome to participate. Sunway Pyramid Shopping Mall FujiFilm +603-7977 077 Borneo Arts Festival The Borneo Arts Festival is back on the scene, ready to bring amazing cultural and contemporary performances to visitors! Expect to see visual arts, ethnic music, 2017 recitals and many more performed by talented artists from across the country, and neighbours including Brunei and Indonesia. A variety of programmes have been organised such as traditional ethnic music like the mukun (percussions performed by women), fusion concerts with traditional instruments like the gambus, fashion shows of traditional ethnic costumes, visual arts and more. The Borneo Arts Festival is a great time to learn and see the exotic culture of beautiful Borneo with its rich and colourful traditions in performing arts. Financial Park, Labuan Labuan Corporation, Department of Tourism, Culture & Arts Catch The Final Formula 1 Petronas Malaysia Grand Prix! The Formula 1 Petronas Malaysia Grand Prix is celebrating its 19th run in Malaysia with the biggest bash ever! Being the last Formula 1 race organised in Malaysia, this is your last chance to smell the burning rubber and the fast paced action at the Sepang International Circuit. Sepang International Circuit, Selangor Sepang International Circuit Sdn. Bhd. +603 8778 2222
KL Tower International Jump Malaysia 29 September 02 October 2017 Every year, more than 100 daredevils make repeated jumps from the tower and make three second free falls before opening their chutes, leaving spectators breathless. KL Tower International Jump Malaysia KL Tower, Kuala Lumpur Menara Kuala Lumpur +603 2020 5444 Homedec 2017 HOMEDEC is the leading renovation, redecoration and refurbishment exhibition, fulfilling homeowners needs by providing solutions, tips, trends, ideas and products for better living. Setia SPICE Arena, Penang C.I.S Network Sdn Bhd +603 7982 4668 Bendang Fest 06-07 October 2017 Kedah Darul Aman is the nation s rice bowl and at this festival, the rhythm of the pestle and mortar, known as Lesung, acts as a key element. Kampung Tobiar, Pendag, Kedah Jabatan Kebudayaan Dan Kesenian Negara +603 2614 8200 Ext 8222 KL Fabulous Food Hunt 07 October 2017 The KLFFH 2017, organized by the Ministry Of Tourism & Culture Malaysia (FT Office) and Red Adventure is held in conjunction with the Fabulous Food 1Malaysia Festival, which in annually held from October to December. The food hunt is specially designed to introduce, as well as promote Kl s fabulous, famous food to the public. This is our 7th year of the KL Fabulous Food Hunt, we started with only twenty (20) teams in 2011 and expect two hundred fifty (250) teams for 2017! We re getting bigger and bigger, come join us for one of Malaysia most anticipated annual event! All Around Kuala Lumpur Beauty Expo 2017 06-09 October 2017 BeautyExpo has become the industry show of the year with five exhibition zones including health and nail, wellness beauty, hair, makeup and education. Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC), Kuala Lumpur UBM Malaysia CIMB Classic 01 October 2017 CIMB Classic is the only official PGA TOUR FedExCup event in Southeast Asia. It features a limited 78-player field, with a prize purse of USD 7 million and no cut, making it one of the richest professional golf tournaments in the region. Kuala Lumpur CIMB Berhad Art Expo Malaysia Plus 12-15 October 2017 The Art Expo Malaysia (AEM) is celebrating its 11th edition in 2017 as the longest running international art fair in Southeast Asia, a rainbow package of art from the East and West, from the South and Central America, apart from Central Asia. This year, the art fair runs from October 12 to 15, at Matrade Exhibition and Convention Centre (MECC), featuring 60 established and reputable art galleries from 30 countries, exhibiting 2,000
pieces of artworks (including paintings, sculptures, installation and photography) under one roof. The Art Expo Malaysia Plus is an upgraded art fair in standards and procedures with a spruced up presentation. Also, ensuring that more reputable artists, bona-fide better run galleries and artwork stipulations get priority. MATRADE Exhibition and Convention Centre (MECC), Kuala Lumpur Art Expo Malaysia Sdn. Bhd +603 7728 3677 Cameron Ultra Marathon 14-15 October 2017 Held at Cameon Highlands at an altitude between 1,135m to 2,031m above sea level, this race takes participants along tea plantations, vegetable farms and an Orang Asli Village. Cameron Highlands, Pahang Pacat Event Solution Deepavali Festival of Lights Deepavali Festival of Lights 18 October 2017 Deepavali or the Festival of Lights is celebrated by Hindus with prayers, family gatherings and festivities. Nationwide Traditional Arts Showcase Traditional Theater Jikey 27-28 October 2017 Traditional Arts Showcase 2017 (PST2017) returns to entertain the fans and tourists in Kuala Lumpur. This programme has been held by National Department for Culture and Arts (JKKN) for FIVE consecutive years, and the implementation of the programme is in collaboration with Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTiC). The Chinese Opera (Cantonese) is the 1st installment of the 2017 Traditional Arts Showcase programme and will be performed by The Sound of Tai Hei troupe. Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTIC) Kuala Lumpur 27th Borneo Safari International Off-Road Challenge 29 October 05 November 2017 The much anticipated annual 8-day event is one of the ultimate gruelling yet exciting off-road challenge traversing the rugged terrain of Sabah. There are two main categories: Special stages of competition and Expedition experiences for tag-ons. This 8-day off road adventure promoting 4X4 Motorsports and the eco-tourism journey has been held annually since 1991, covering approximately 1,000km of extreme driving conditions through the most challenging terrains in Sabah. This competitive expedition is designed to unleash the spirit of adventure, teamwork and puts the true skill of fourwheel driving to test. West Coast Division, Kota Kinabalu
1Malaysia Year End Sale 2017 01 November 31 December 2017 1Malaysia Year End Sale is part of the country s thrice yearly nationwide sales campaign to promote Malaysia as a worldclass shopping destination to domestic and international tourists. Nationwide Shopping Secretariat Malaysia, Domestic Promotion Division, Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board Ironman Malaysia Langkawi 2017 many many activations focused on Wellness Music Dance. Come Explore & Experience an Urban Retreat in Malaysia. Le Meridien Putrajaya & IOI Resort City Putrajaya Ironman Malaysia Langkawi 2017 11 November 2017 The ocean swim starts from the picturesque white sandy beach of Pantai Kok with a twoloop triangle out and back course. A twoloop bike course heads out of Pantai Kok on to a clockwise loop from towards the rolling hills of Datai and the fringes of Kuah Town. Athletes will return from the bike into an unique indoor air conditioned transition at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Center (next to the airport). The 2 lap run course will be an amazing scenic run beside the Langkawi International Airport towards the finish line at the stunning Cenang beach. Chenang Beach, Langkawi Malaysia Urban Retreat Festival MURFEST 2017 03 05 November 2017 A unique homegrown now International Urban Retreat Festival. Inaugurated in 2014, MURFEST has grown to position Malaysia as a Health & Wellness tourism destination. With more than 6000-8000 participants over 3 days, MURFEST surely is a not to missed Urban Retreat. 3 days, 80+ Workshops, 1 Asian Health & Wellness Awards, 1 Internationsl Zumba Concert and RFC Rainforest Challenge 2017 RFC Rainforest Challenge 2017 25 November - 05 December 2017 Come witness the Bravest of the Land Daredevils in action come this 25 Nov to 5 Dec.! Rated among the Top Ten Toughest Motor Races in the World, the RFC Grand Final in Malaysia is the 4x4 off-road racing event not to be missed. Participation from over 36 nations. Pahang RFC International Sdn Bhd