AirAsia to launch Flights from Singapore to Miri and Tawau
Posted July 14, 2009 , add a commentAirAsia is to launch two new flights between
Singapore and East Malasyia. The new Singapore - Miri and Singapore - Tawau sectors,
which begin 9 September, will help draw more inbound international
tourist traffic arriving from Singapore into Sabah and Sarawak.
To celebrate the introduction of the new routes,
AirAsia is offering all-in-fare for Tawau- Singapore from RM79
(Sin$42) and Miri- Singapore from RM59 (Sin$32).
Both promotional fares open for sale from
14 July to 19 July 2009 for travel between 9 September 2009 and 30
April 2010. Promotional seats are limited and available on
first-come, first-served basis.
AirAsia’s first connection between East Malaysia
and Singapore was from Kota Kinabalu and Kuching, which commenced
last November. Other existing routes include Kuala Lumpur -
Singapore, Langkawi- Singapore and Penang- Singapore.
Apart from Malaysia, AirAsia currently flies
between Singapore and the Indonesian provinces which include Bali
(2 daily flights), Jakarta (4 daily flights), Pekanbaru (3 flights
weekly), Yogyakarta (1 daily flight) and Bandung (2 daily
flights). In addition to that, AirAsia also flies to Bangkok (4
daily flights) and Phuket (1 daily flight) in Thailand.
AirAsia currently has a total of 406
weekly flights to and from Singapore.
Kathleen Tan, Regional Head of Commercial
AirAsia, said “We are proud to open-up new market as these sectors
are not served. Students, families and foreign workers can now
take advantage of our low fares and renew their social ties more
frequently or even indulge in leisure holidays to both countries.
There are countless attractions in East Malaysia and Singapore as
it entails a wonderful journey of discovery into its culture,
heritage and adventure. Our recent initiative to remove the
administration fee reiterates AirAsia’s commitment to offer big
value so everyone can fly following our move to abolish fuel
surcharge last year.”
Miri is the second largest city and
the most popular tourist destination in Sarawak. It is famous for
its national parks, heritage sites and adventure destinations for
the most spellbinding experiences in Sarawak. For instance the
Gunung Mulu National Park, is home to the world’s largest cave
system, the world’s largest cave passage and the largest natural
rock chamber in the world. Miri is also a bustling commercial
centre and boasts as the home of Sarawak’s oil industry.
Tawau is located at the northern tip of Sabah Borneo and is the
gateway to the world class diving paradise Sipadan Island and many
neighboring island resorts. Through Tawau tourists will also gain
access to a few oldest virgin forests in the world, for instance
Danum Valley, Tabin Wildlife, Maliau Basin, and Tawau Hill Park.
Millennium Resort Patong Phuket Celebrates 1st Anniversary with Promotion
Posted , add a commentTo celebrate its first birthday, the
Millennium
Resort Patong Phuket is giving its guests over THB4,690 (Sin$200 /
US$138) worth of gifts, on top of numerous shopping and dining
discounts.
Until 31 October 2009, guests who stay at the
five-star hotel will be entitled to various promotions when they
book the hotel’s inaugural Anniversary Package, which includes
freebies such as free scuba diving lessons, cinema tickets and
one-for-one car rentals. Guests can also enjoy massages at the
in-house Escentika Spa at half price.
To enjoy these privileges, guests simply need to flash their hotel key cards at select retailers.
The
Anniversary Package also offers rooms at wallet- friendly prices
from THB2,888 +++ (Sin$123 / US$85) per night.
“We thought it
would be great if we could take care of our guests every need - in
and outside of the hotel,” said hotel General Manager Peter
Gibbons. “The Anniversary Package is our way of doing that.”
Those who want some retail therapy can also indulge in discounts
of up to 50% at various shopping outlets - including gem
retailers, Robinsons Department Store and sports stores - located
at the hotel or at the neighbouring Jungceylon Shopping Mall,
Phuket’s largest and best international shopping mall.
“The past year
has been a very eventful one for the country,” said Mr Gibbons.
“Nonetheless, we’ve received tremendous support from guests and
the local community alike. These promotional tie-ups are our
way reciprocating that support, especially to the local
retailers.”
Anantara Phuket launches Villa Promotion
Posted , add a commentThe Anantara Phuket Resort & Spa has launched an
Ultimate Romance promotion designed especially for honeymooners or
those celebrating a special anniversary.
The promotion includes an array of daily
extras including champagne and romantic dining and spa
experiences.
On arrival, couples will be shown to their
Anantara Pool Villa. In addition to a spacious living area, each
villa features a bathroom with an Anantara signature oversized
terrazzo tub that resides in perfect harmony with the private
pool, indoor and outdoor rain showers, daybed and outdoor living
sala.
Breakfast will be served every morning at the
private Sala in the villa and then later couples receive a
complimentary bottle of champagne to share over lunch, by the pool
or as the sun goes down.
The package also includes a personalised Dining by Design candlelit dinner in a choice of
romantic locations and an indulgent in-villa spa bath ritual that
aims to leave couples feeling pampered and serene.
Anantara Phuket Resort & Spa is located in
the serenity of Mai Khao Beach, just 15 minutes from Phuket
International Airport and a short drive from the bustling beaches
of the south.
This promotion starts from
THB 32,300++ per Pool Villa per night and from THB 39,300++ per Sala
Pool Villa per night.
AirAsia to launch Flights from Singapore to Miri and Tawau
Posted , add a commentAirAsia is to launch two new flights between
Singapore and East Malasyia. The new Singapore - Miri and Singapore - Tawau sectors,
which begin 9 September, will help draw more inbound international
tourist traffic arriving from Singapore into Sabah and Sarawak.
To celebrate the introduction of the new routes,
AirAsia is offering all-in-fare for Tawau- Singapore from RM79
(Sin$42) and Miri- Singapore from RM59 (Sin$32).
Both promotional fares open for sale from
14 July to 19 July 2009 for travel between 9 September 2009 and 30
April 2010. Promotional seats are limited and available on
first-come, first-served basis.
AirAsia’s first connection between East Malaysia
and Singapore was from Kota Kinabalu and Kuching, which commenced
last November. Other existing routes include Kuala Lumpur -
Singapore, Langkawi- Singapore and Penang- Singapore.
Apart from Malaysia, AirAsia currently flies
between Singapore and the Indonesian provinces which include Bali
(2 daily flights), Jakarta (4 daily flights), Pekanbaru (3 flights
weekly), Yogyakarta (1 daily flight) and Bandung (2 daily
flights). In addition to that, AirAsia also flies to Bangkok (4
daily flights) and Phuket (1 daily flight) in Thailand.
AirAsia currently has a total of 406
weekly flights to and from Singapore.
Kathleen Tan, Regional Head of Commercial
AirAsia, said “We are proud to open-up new market as these sectors
are not served. Students, families and foreign workers can now
take advantage of our low fares and renew their social ties more
frequently or even indulge in leisure holidays to both countries.
There are countless attractions in East Malaysia and Singapore as
it entails a wonderful journey of discovery into its culture,
heritage and adventure. Our recent initiative to remove the
administration fee reiterates AirAsia’s commitment to offer big
value so everyone can fly following our move to abolish fuel
surcharge last year.”
Miri is the second largest city and
the most popular tourist destination in Sarawak. It is famous for
its national parks, heritage sites and adventure destinations for
the most spellbinding experiences in Sarawak. For instance the
Gunung Mulu National Park, is home to the world’s largest cave
system, the world’s largest cave passage and the largest natural
rock chamber in the world. Miri is also a bustling commercial
centre and boasts as the home of Sarawak’s oil industry.
Tawau is located at the northern tip of Sabah Borneo and is the
gateway to the world class diving paradise Sipadan Island and many
neighboring island resorts. Through Tawau tourists will also gain
access to a few oldest virgin forests in the world, for instance
Danum Valley, Tabin Wildlife, Maliau Basin, and Tawau Hill Park.
How Safe is Phuket For Travel?
Posted January 17, 2009 , add a commentPhuket is one of Thailand’s most popular tourist destinations, and yet visitor numbers are well down on previous year. The beaches and streets in Phuket are quiet and businesses are beginning to feel the strain. Thailand’s political problems have been well documented by the media, so much so that the country is portrayed as being in complete anarchy. Although the problems have been centered in Bangkok, they have impacted Phuket. But what’s the reality of the situation? Should tourists be wary of traveling to Phuket?
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