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October 2007
Discovery Today
 
Highlights of the month: Journey Into The Wilderness Of Sabah
Discovery Overland Holiday recently sent a few of their staff for a familiarization trip to Sabah. This trip gave the staff an insight to what is being offered and experienced by our overseas clientele. more...
 

Hari Raya Aidilfitri Celebration and Open House
Muslims mark the arrival of Syawal with a month-long celebration, where families and friends visit one another and an abundant spread of food and delicacies are shared amongst the guests. more...

 

The Legend Hotel
Buffet Ramadhan
from 12 September 07 till 12 October 07
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Tanjung Bungah Beach Hotel
Buffet Ramadhan

from 13 Sept 07 till 10 Oct 07.
Travel Trade only. ( Breakfast / Sahur & Buffet Dinner for 2 person )

 

Borneo Highlands Resort
Borneo Highlands Resort will be upgrading their facilities and rooms from 19 November 2007 to 31st March 2008.There will be 31 rooms only after renovation and all rooms will have shower rooms.

 
Bayview Beach Resort Penang
The upgrading of their Superior Hillview rooms scheduled to be completed on 15 December 2007. more...
 
Malaysia Golf Carnival 2007
Date: 19 Oct 2007
Venue: State to state (Tel: 6-012 221 8812)
A series of golf competitions rotating from state to state throughout Malaysia.
(Website: www.rotarykldiraja.org)
Melaka International Tourism Show (MITS)/ Melaka Carnival & MATTA Travel Fair
Date: 26 Until 28 October 2007
Venue:
Melaka International Trade Centre (MITC), Ayer Keroh, Melaka
(606-288 2942 / 233 3336 / 284 6373 / 231 8200) (Website: www.melaka.org.my)
Held over 3 days and 3 nights, this event features various performances and challenging competitions. Visitors have a chance to get special packages for overseas tours.
 
Tamu Besar Kota Belud 2007
Date:
27 Until 28 October 2007 Venue: Kota Belud, Sabah (Tel: 6088-232 121)

Kota Belud has a population of 60,000 people, comprising the ethnic groups of Bajau, Kadazan, Irranun, Obian and Chinese. The cultural diversity of this melting-pot can be seen and experienced during the open Sunday market, locally known as Tamu. In this annual "Tamu Besar", Bajau Horsemen, hailed as the 'Cowboys of the east', come out decked in their traditional finery and ride their beautifully decorated ponies to display their legendary horsemanship. (Wedsite: www.sabahtourism.com)
  Invitational Water Colour Painting Exhibition
Date: 18 Oct Until 19 Nov 2007
Venue: Sabah Art Gallery (Tel: 6088-268875)
Sabah’s artists display their most recent works of art in water colour of more than 30 paintings depicting a delightful and fascinating collection of everyday life, culture, nature in various approaches and media. (Website: www.sabahtourism.com Email: gallery_9@msn.com)
 
Pesta Gong Matunggong 2007
Date: 10 Until 11 November 2007
Venue: Kudat, Sabah (Tel: 6088-613760)
This event celebrates the gong, one of Sabah’s vital traditional musical instruments. The picturesque town of Matunggong in Kudat comes alive in this festival, where most of the gongs are produced. (Website: www.sabahtourism.com Email:luvita.Koisun@sabah.gov.my)
 
Pesta Jagung (Maize Fest)
Date: 10 Until 11 Nov 2007
Venue: Kota Marudu, Sabah (Tel: 6088-661321 / 232121)
An annual festival of Kota Marudu District that celebrates the maize industry. Featuring a myriad of activities including maize-related exhibitions, competitions, traditional sports, Pesta Jagung beauty pageant and colourful cultural performances.
(Website: www.sabahtourism.com Email: jane.tan@sabah.gov.my
)
 
Perak Tropical Rainforest Tourism Symposium
Date: 27 Until 28 Oct 2007
Venue: Pulau Banding, Perak (Tel: 603-7725 8115 / 605-2550413 / 14)
An international programme that focuses on the amazing diversity of flora and fauna in the state's tropical rainforests.
(Email: enq@royalbelumtropikalrainforest.com)
 
Raja Muda Regatta
Date:
27 Until 28 Oct 2007
Venue:
Royal Selangor Yacht Club, Port Klang (Tel: 603-3168 6964)
The sailing tournament in Port Klang features well-known participants from all over the world competing for glory. (Website: www.rsyc.com.my)
 
Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week
Date: 27 Until 31 Oct 2007 Venue: Kuala Lumpur (Tel: 603-2698 1033)
Featuring a dazzling display of high fashion and creative attire, the 4th KL International Fashion Week is a mecca for fashion designers, models and the fashion conscious. See aspiring models strut their stuff and designers compete for top awards and recognition.
(website: www.kualalumpurfashionweek.com)
 
Perlis Open International Cycling Championship 2007
Date:
18 Until 21 Oct 2007
Venue:
Kangar, Perlis (Tel: 604-977 8617 / 985 3701)
This 17th annual cycling championship is poised to create excitement and interest in the world cycling fraternity. Visit Perlis, the enchanting northern state and blaze trails across the tracks! (Email: mtpnperlis@motour.gov.my)
 
Perlis MTB Open 2007
Date:
28 October 2007 Until 28 October 2007
Venue:
KTM Recreation Park, Padang Besar, Perlis (Tel: 604-977 8617)
A great opportunity for mountain-biking enthusiasts, this race will see cyclists competing across the state's scenic landscapes and mountaneous terrain. It is expected to lure a bigger crowd with the participation form Thailand. (Email: mtpnperlis@motour.gov.my)
  Malaysian Textiles and Traditional Costumes Fair
Date: 29 Sep Until 21 Oct 2007
Venue: Pasar Seni (Central Market), Kuala Lumpur (Tel: 603-2031 0399)
Don't miss the exhibitions and fashion shows that feature 'songket', 'batik' and other local fabrics as well as traditional costumes. Workshops and demonstrations on weaving and batik-painting are also included.
 
Heart of Borneo 4X4 Safari
Date: 28 Oct Until 4 Novr 2007
Venue:
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah (Tel: 6088-268 996)
This event takes you deep into the heart of Sabah, with powerful 4WD vehicles that have been modified to challenge the tracks. Experience the action in one of the world's most beautiful jungle terrains. Fit for those who love adventure and challenges that are out of the ordinary. (Website: www.sabahtourism.com Email: tom9m6kl@tm.net.my)
  Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix
Date: 19 Until 21 October 2007 Venue: Sepang, Selangor (Tel: 603-87782222)
Cheer on the world's greatest riders in this annual event as they race to the finish line at the one of the world's most challenging tracks. The Sepang International Circuit, just a short drive form Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), is an internationally acclaimed state-of-the-art circuit. Enjoy thrilling action in this inredible race.
(Website: www.malaysiangp.com.my Email:ticket@malaysiangp.com.my )
 
HSBC-COBRA RUGBY 10s 2007
Date:
27 Until 28 October 2007
Venue: Kelana Jaya Stadium, Selangor (Tel: 012 210 7927 / 03 2092 3579)
COBRA, Malaysia’s premier rugby club will be staging the 38th HSBC-COBRA Rugby 10s on the 27th and 28th October 2007 at the Kelana Jaya Stadium. 16 renowned club teams from 10 rugby playing nations, including the host team, will be putting on a display of speed and strength to compete for the Challenge Trophy and the USD33,000 offered as prize money.
(Website: www.cobrarugby.com Email: sheela.knathan@batey.com.my)
   
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