Upcoming: Free Travel Talks – 2017 European Dream Destinations
We are coming to the end of 2016 already. What does it mean? It is time to plan for 2017 vacations! Isn’t that too early, you may ask? Definitely not, … Read More
Month: October 2016
Announcement: Kathina Pinkama 2016 @ Wat Puthanimittam
The three-month seclusion of monks for the raining season ends with the ceremony of giving “Kathina Robes” to the sangha community. This is an important merit-making event of great social … Read More
Impian Morib Hotel, Banting, Selangor
This hotel reminds me a lot of Hotel Seri Malaysia in Ipoh, Perak. However, beyond its unassuming façade are a very neat landscaped garden and inviting swimming pool.
The Haven: Buy Now, Stay in Nov 2016 – 15% Off!
For all of you who have been telling me that you wish to have the opportunity to stay at The Haven Resort Hotel & Residences in Ipoh, I have good … Read More
Gourmet Safari Kuala Lumpur
The sheer number of popular restaurants and bars in Kuala Lumpur is simply overwhelming for any visitor to the capital city of Malaysia. As an Ipohite, believe me, I am … Read More
Announcement: 4th Universal Medicine Buddha Mantra-Puja
At the Enlightened Heart Tibetan Buddhist Temple in Tambun, a Universal Medicine Buddha Mantra-Puja will be held this October 29, for the fourth year. Since there is more time for … Read More
Announcement: Sharpened Word 1st Anniversary (Oct 2016)
This October marks the first anniversary celebration of Sharpened Word, Ipoh’s very own literary matinee that is hosted on the third Saturday afternoon of every month. To celebrate the occasion … Read More
Upcoming: 8th Annual CCB (Asia) Wine & Dine Festival
As I was researching the internet for my upcoming trip to Hong Kong (which may or may not materialise), I came across information on the 8th annual CCB (Asia) Wine … Read More
Shooting of Rayakan Raya Starring Dr. Ezani Farhana
While visiting Kampung Sijangkang, we were told that a film shooting was in progress in one of the homes. I was curious and wanted to see a live film shoot … Read More
Kg. Sijangkang Mangrove Recreational Park, Selangor
This mangrove recreational park in Kampung Sijangkang is touted to be most tiring for visitors compared to all other mangrove parks in Malaysia. Well, I’m not so sure about that. … Read More
Tanjung Hani Homestay, Sijangkang, Selangor
Tanjung Hani Homestay is one of the many accommodations offered at Kampung Sijangkang in the District of Kuala Langat, Selangor. Apart from the usual “house” type of rooms, there are … Read More
Mozid Racing (Racing School), Sijangkang, Kuala Langat, Selangor
Opened in January 2016, Mozid Racing is owned by Mohd. Yazid bin Jamil. At 36 years old, this young entrepreneur has turned his hobby for speed into a business. With … Read More