The Kuala Lumpur Traveler

Tomorrow is the first day of Ramadhan Al Mubarak. Muslims around the world will start fasting from dawn until dusk.
During Ramadan, Muslims are also expected to put more effort into following the teachings of Islam as well as refraining from anger, envy, greed, lust, sarcastic retorts, backstabbing, and gossip. They are encouraged to read the Qur’an. Sexual intercourse during fasting in the day is not allowed but is permissible after the fast (when referring to sexual intercourse, it is intended to mean with one’s spouse alone, as all pre- and extra-marital relations are strictly forbidden in Islam). Obscene and irreligious …read more

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So much had been said about Ijok by-election, which is believed to be the last by-election before the upcoming general election. Today, the people of Ijok will make their wish known. And what is at stake are of paramount importance to both contesting parties BN and PKR.
To BN, the Ijok by-election is not really about do-or-die mission (at least that is what I personally think) as BN, the coalition of various parties in Malaysia which is led by Malay-based UMNO, already have comfortable margin and control in both the State and Federal Government levels. Ijok by-election, in my humble opinion, …read more

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I submitted my entry on National Bloggers Alliance, blogging in Malaysia just got merrier to the Home Turf Media’s Carnival of Cities #8 Global Village. There are also other interesting happenings around the globes submitted by other writers as well for your reading pleasure.
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Charleston, South Carolina, USA   Jaz bemoans her failure to lunch properly and the terrible habit of snarfing down fast food, so she tries to make up for it with “just a bite of culinary Charleston…” and a review of the Bluerose Cafe at her blog Wicked Winter.  I can’t go for her entree choice of liver and …read more

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I have seen this kind of tourist attraction in many cities I had travelled to and eventually Kuala Lumpur has one too. Now you can enjoy Kuala Lumpur city in a luxury double decker that takes you around many interesting places at reasonable prices. The service should be good for both local and foreign tourists as it takes you through 22 stops at only MYR38 (approximately USD10) and the ticket is valid for 24 hours upon purchase. I’d say that is awesome value for money…. enjoy your ride in Hop On-Hop Off next time you are in Kuala Lumpur. Cheers …read more

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It has only been a week in the new year of 2007, and there have been quite a few interesting events unfolded right here in Kuala Lumpur.
Here are some of those events I think at the heart of most Malaysians:
1. While sending my daughter to her boarding school in Subang Jaya, I was greeted by a banner that reads ‘Happy New Toll 2007′ just in front of the toll plaza at the LDP Highway. I just smiled to myself initially, but suddenly my face turned sour when MYR1.60 was deducted from my Touch and Go Smart Tag, instead of the …read more

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Just few days ago I wrote about AirAsia, which is run based on the low cost carrier model and is doing very well. Last night the CEO of AirAsia Dato Tony Fernandez received Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Malaysia 2006 Award for his feat developing AirAsia to what it is today.
While he was celebrating with the award, one of his aircrafts caused major havoc in Kota Bharu, where my home town is. Apparently, Flight AK6329 was taking off from Sultan Ismail Petra Airport in Kota Bharu when the plane veered off the runway and was stranded. The …read more

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The nature-lover rescue team fought tirelessly yesterday evening to free a 24-meter-long Bryde’s whale which was found stranded off Gaya Island in Sabah, East Malaysia on Sunday. After several hours of hard work by the rescuers,

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Cyberjaya had an extra day holiday for the weekend due to public holiday applicable only for the state of Selangor. 3-day weekend is kind of long but it seems that a holiday is never long enough..
So I am back to work today. It’s going to be busy this week I think, I hope I wont be that exhausted when I am back from office because I need some energy for my blogs.
How was your weekend?

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The target is ambitious. By December 2007, Home Turf Media would have 100 city bloggers under its umbrella. I guess Jon would be very busy with the selection process, the second round application has already opened so don’t wait any second longer to apply for a spot at Home Turf Media.
To get there we have to start some where right? So here you go, the first three Home Turf Media city blogs:
1. Chattanooga Is Home by Alli
2. Kuala Lumpur Is Home by CJCM
3. Invisible LA by Jessica
Enjoy your stay at Home Turf Media city blogs.
[tags]city blogger, blogger wanted, problogger[/tags]

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Having your meals at hawker centre is something not to be missed by anyone visiting Malaysia. Hawkers food are very popular among locals due to its cheap price but full of varieties. Hawkers selling food, fruits, or drinks in mobile stalls are a common sight around the country. These type of food joints usually stay open until late night, some even open until the wee hours of the morning, catering for those who are on early morning shifts or those seeking supper after a late night out.
Watching a hawker prepare the food is an interesting experience in itself. You would …read more

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