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Tourism Malaysia Launches the “Malaysia Trip Planner” Smartphone Application

LOS ANGELES – Visitors to Malaysia will now be able to download a free application for their smartphones that puts a complete guide of Malaysia in the palm of their hand. This recently launched application by Tourism Malaysia, called the “Malaysia Trip Planner,” gives travelers personalized, inspiring and practical information on Malaysia, and all you can see and do.

The application’s main features include:

• *Detailed information on local attractions to explore
• *A complete schedule of events
• *A description of places and must-see attractions
• *A nifty way of planning your itinerary

Commenting on the launch of the application, Dato’ Mirza Mohammad Taiyab, Director General of Tourism Malaysia says, “Mobile platforms have gone beyond traditional advertising and are an excellent way to showcase a country’s diverse tourism offerings. Tourism Malaysia is proud to launch this mobile app to meet the demands of today’s travelers who want tourism information in an innovative way at their fingertips.”

The application organizes travel plans into an itinerary that has all of the visitor’s trip details in one place. Moreover, it provides extensive information on Malaysia’s various attractions and enables quick and easy sharing with friends via Facebook and Twitter.

“The application was designed to create a portable, engaging, motivational experience for users. It’s a great tool to enhance the experience of exploring Malaysia,” says Zaleha Asmahan, Director of IT Department of Tourism Malaysia.

The “Malaysia Trip Planner” application is available for use on iPhone and Android phones in their respective app stores.

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Malaysia’s October Highlights

NEW YORK – Visitors traveling to Malaysia during the month of October will be presented with an array of events comprising of food, sports, and culture to choose from. Below are some of the highlights:

Malaysia International Gourmet Festival (MIGF) 2013

Get ready to enjoy a delectable feast as the Malaysia International Gourmet Festival (MIGF) is back for the 13th year! Thirty of the country’s finest restaurants will serve up special menus at special prices, along with a host of attractive offers. The Festival is an integral part of Tourism Malaysia’s “Fabulous Food 1Malaysia” initiative. Themed “Cool Chefs!”, this year’s MIGF will continue to promote truly global cuisines including Western, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean and, of course, multi-cultural fare from Malaysia.

Date: October 1-31, 2013
Venue: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Website: www.migf.com


2013 Shell Advance Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix

It is Malaysia’s turn again to host the 2013 Shell Advance Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix – the 15th round of a total of 18 races in the Moto GP World Championship season. As the season draws near and it might be the last chance for the riders to claim the 2013 Moto GP title, fans from all over the world are expecting another thrilling showcase of skills and engineering brilliance on the sizzling track.

Date: October 11-13, 2013
Venue: Sepang International Circuit
Website: www.sepangcircuit.com.my


27th Mt. Kinabalu International Climbathon 2013

The ‘World’s Toughest Mountain Race’ is back to challenge those who are game enough to run up and down Mount Kinabalu in a few hours. (Best time recorded was 2:33:56 in 2010). The two race courses in this year’s Climbathon are: the Summit Race (33km, 19th October) for elite runners and the Adventure Race (23km, 20th October) for non-elite runners. Towards the end of the race, all runners will be greeted by the locals, dressed in traditional costumes.

Date: October 19 – 20, 2013
Venue: Kundasang, Ranau, Sabah
Website: www.climbathon.my


Rhythm Of Kinabalu (ROK) 2013

In conjunction with the Climbathon race in Kundasang, a musical performance event – Rhythms of Kinabalu (ROK) 2013 will be held to showcase local music ensembles such as bamboo, gong, angklung and gambus. Get into the rhythmic groove and be serenaded by the mellifluous voices of Malaysia’s contemporary entertainers, from internationally known artists to new acts.

Date: Date: October 20, 2013
Venue: Kinabalu Park, Kundasang, Sabah
Website: www.sabahtourism.com

Tamu Besar Kota Belud 2013

Make your way to the biggest traditional open-air market in Sabah as the annual Tamu Besar Kota Belud 2013 is back! The main highlights of the event include the famous ‘Cowboys of the East’ – Bajau Horsemen parade, Ratu Sarimpak beauty pageant and water buffalo race. Haggle your way to great bargains and enjoy a spectacle of wonderful cultural presentations!

Date: October 26 - 27, 2013
Venue: Tamu Pekan Kota Belud, Kota Belud, Sabah
www.sabahtourism.com

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Malaysia Introduces ‘MYPass’, Making Travel for Visitors Hassle-Free

LOS ANGELES – With the launch of the ‘MYPass’ travel card, visitors to Malaysia can now conveniently travel within the country and save money while doing so. ‘MYPass’ is a prepaid and discount flash card issued by Touch ‘n Go, Malaysia’s leading e-payment service provider. ‘MYPass’ can be used to pay for products and services, in cities such as Kuala Lumpur (KL), the country’s capital, and wherever the Touch ‘n Go signs are displayed, including KL’s public transport, retail stores, restaurants, theme parks, attractions and more.

The card can be reloaded from as low as RM10 and up to a maximum of RM1,500 at convenience stores, transit stations, petrol stations and selected retail outlets. Visitors can purchase, reload, and refund their ‘MYPass’ pack from the ‘MYPass’ Mini Hubs at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Departure Hall Level 5 and The Zon, Low Cost Carrier Terminal (LCCT), the moment they land.

‘MYPass’ also comes with a complimentary SIM pack, which includes discount vouchers. Visitors simply need to present the card along with the voucher to enjoy exclusive discounts and other great benefits.

KL’s public transport is operated by different entities. However, visitors can use their ‘MYPass’ to pay the fare on all of the different transit systems including KLIA EKSPRES, the non-stop airport rail service and the fastest way to reach city center. Avoid having to stand in line to purchase tickets or figuring out the fare schedule. Visitors only need to get their ‘MYPass’ and the transit map, and they are set to go. It is recommended that visitors have a minimum of RM10 per day to cover public transport needs during their stay in Malaysia.

For more information, visit http://www.mypass.com.my/

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