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January | February 2012
Inflight Magazine of Royal Brunei Airlines • January/February 2012
Surf & Turf
Mataking Island, Malaysia
Voices From Beyond
Singapore
On The Hunt
Bangkok, Thailand
The Greatest
Outdoors
Cumbria & The Lake District,
United Kingdom
Sunny Days
Daylesford, Australia
www.bruneiair.com
in this issue...
Malcolm Blenkey
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Cover
A stunning barracuda vortex,
Mataking Island.
Features
08 Voices from Beyond
The Titanic’s 100th Anniversary, Singapore.
14 On the Hunt
Shopping grounds in Bangkok.
20The Greatest Outdoors
Exploring Cumbria and the Lake District.
30 Surf & Turf
Sabah’s Mataking Island.
36 Sunny Days
Discover Daylesford in Victoria, Australia.
Editorial board
Advisor Royal Brunei Airlines
Head, Corporate Communications Azhani Abu Daniel
Editorial Dian Idris, Muaz Hj Roslan
Editorial & production
General Manager Jacqueline W M Wong
Editor Anis Ramli
Editorial Assistant Kim Low
Senior Art Director Yee Wai Choong
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Studio Assistant Wong Fu Yong
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46Best of Brunei
Speedy Discoveries.
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50Keistimewaan Brunei
Lawatan Persinggahan.
Lifestyle
54Motoring Victory Motorcycles
56In Person Sairaini Mohd Sa’ad
58The Buzz What’s New
60Take 5 Krabi
62Travel Diary
Welcome onboard
04Deputy Chairman’s
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67Traveller’s Guide
06 Inside RBA
68Route Map &
Destinations Guide
64Selamat Datang
70Abode of Peace
66Brunei International
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Welcome Onboard Deputy Chairman’s message
Staff members of Royal
Brunei Airlines Finance
Department.
Dear Guests,
Welcome aboard and I sincerely hope you have a
pleasant flight on Royal Brunei Airlines (RBA).
Our objective is to recreate onboard the unique
Bruneian atmosphere of peace, tranquility and
hospitality. We hope you enjoy the experience
and will become one of our growing army of
unofficial ambassadors in promoting the airline to
new customers.
In each issue of MUHIBAH, we like to focus the
spotlight on the great work being done by our staff
in various departments of the company. In this
issue, we turn our attention to Finance for which
now is their busiest time, assisting all departments to
prepare their respective budgets for the coming year.
Furthermore, Finance plays a critical role in ensuring
RBA has the necessary resources available at
all times to enable us to operate to the highest
standard of safety and customer service.
Finance is also heavily committed to streamlining
processes and upgrading systems in line with our
overall objective of providing better products and
services to our customers and stakeholders. Finally, our
Finance team is also doing its bit for the environment in
promoting a ‘paperless’ office environment.
And now to this issue of MUHIBAH, where we focus
on “Things To Do” in five of the destinations on the
RBA Network.
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First, let us take you on a journey to the past to
experience the Titanic at its 100th Anniversary
Exhibition held at the ArtsScience Museum in
Singapore and discover the mysteries behind the
majestic ship, its passengers, and the fateful day.
For the sartorially savvy, visit Bangkok and discover a
shopper’s haven that takes you from modern highend malls to outdoor markets, providing the ideal
shopping experience for any budget.
Finally, If you’re looking for an island getaway, look
no further than Mataking Island in Sabah, Malaysia,
where visitors can explore its pristine waters and
serene sandscapes with activities for adventurelovers, spa-goers, and conservationists alike.
For those looking for another side of Melbourne,
then Daylesford is a worthy place to visit. The
town promotes the arts and leisure with a unique
character, natural beauty, and genuine charm that is
authentic to Daylesford.
If you are travelling to the United Kingdom, a visit
to Cumbria and the Lake District would not go
amiss. The picturesque coastline and magnificent
lakes are pleasantly accompanied by the captivating
local flavour that is both classical and contemporary.
Finally, we are pleased to commemorate Brunei
Darussalam’s 28th National Day on 23 February
2012 and we invite you all to take part in the
festivities as the entire nation comes together to
celebrate almost three decades of independence.
I sincerely hope you enjoy this issue of MUHIBAH. From
everyone here at the airline, we wish you a prosperous
year ahead and may 2012 bring you the peace and
tranquility for which Brunei has become famous for.
With warm wishes,
Dermot Mannion
Deputy Chairman
Welcome Onboard Insights
Inside RBA
Roundup of Royal Brunei Airlines happenings
New Technology Suite Launched
On 25 November, 2011, RBA officially
launched its New Technology Suite with
Technology Partner Amadeus, to enhance
RBA’s current online system, allowing
passengers a smoother online booking process.
The event was held at The Empire Hotel &
Country Club and officiated by Guest of
Honour, Yang Berhormat Pehin Orang Kaya
Global Television
Documentary
In an agreement between Global Television
and the Prime Minister’s Office in Brunei, The
Sultanate will appear in a documentary series
titled Wawasan Brunei 2035. To be aired
early 2012 four times a week on Channel
News Asia (CNA), the series will showcase key
sectors within Brunei, including Royal Brunei
Airlines. The documentary will also highlight
the diversity of Brunei’s economy by featuring
Brunei’s tourism, communications, education,
and finance sectors.
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Hamzah Pahlawan Dato Seri Setia Dato Paduka
Awang Haji Abdullah bin Begawan Mudim Dato
Paduka Haji Bakar, Minister of Communications
in Brunei.
During the event, RBA’s Deputy Chairman,
Mr. Dermot Mannion, presented Royal Skies’ Top
10 Gold members with an iPad 2 as a token of
appreciation for their loyal patronage.
Royal Brunei Airlines
with Royal Skies Top
Gold Members at the
launching ceremony.
Sabah Tourism Bestows RBA
‘Best Foreign Airline’ Award
Royal Brunei Airlines was recognised the ‘Best Foreign
Airline’ at the Sabah Tourism Awards 2011 recently.
The ceremony, held on 19 November, 2011 at Magellan
Sutera Resort, was officiated by The Honorable
Datuk Masidi Manjun, Minister of Tourism, Culture &
Environment Sabah.
41st Cadet Pilot Intake
Signing Ceremony
Seven young Bruneians signed agreements on 12 October,
2011, to join Royal Brunei Airlines’ 41st intake of the Cadet
Pilot Training Scheme. A signing ceremony to commemorate
the start of their aviation careers was held at the Muhibah
Room, Royal Brunei Recreation Club, with senior
representatives of Royal Brunei and their chosen training
provider, CTC Aviation.
Sabah Travel Fair
From 21-23 October, 2011, Royal Brunei Airlines featured
a variety of promotional fares at the 5th Sabah Travel Fair
held at The Mall in Gadong, Brunei.
Throughout the three-day event, Royal Brunei Airlines
provided patrons with an array of holiday options to Sabah,
Malaysia. Royal Brunei Airlines participation in the annual
travel fair is in support of Sabah Tourism, as well as local
travel agents while reaching out to the Brunei community.
During the event, a signing was also held between RBA and
CTC Aviation as part of an agreement for CTC to ensure the
Cadet Pilots receive the necessary ground and flying skills.
The Cadet Pilot programme is fully supported by His
Majesty’s Government through the Scholarship Section at
the Ministry of Education in Brunei. The Cadet Pilot Training
scheme is designed to equip young Bruneians with the skills,
academic qualifications and flying hours experience required
to join Royal Brunei Airlines as a First Officer.
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Voices from
Beyond
After almost 100 years, the RMS Titanic arrives
at the ArtScience Museum, Singapore.
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n April 1912, the world’s largest ship set sail with
over 2,200 people on board. Four days later, she sank
in the middle of the North Atlantic Ocean. Now,
nearly 100 years later, the ArtScience Museum at Marina Bay
Sands will bring to life the timeless story of RMS Titanic, her
passengers and crew in Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition.
The blockbuster exhibition, which is making its South-East
Asian debut, will feature approximately 275 artefacts, 14 of
which have never been seen before. These artefacts were
rescued from more than 3,800 metres below the ocean
surface at the ship’s final resting place, offering visitors a
poignant look at this iconic ship and her passengers. The
exhibition opened on 29 October, 2011 and will run through
the 100th anniversary of the historic sailing and sinking of the
great ship in April 2012.
The exhibition is designed to tell the incredible human stories
from the legendary RMS Titanic’s maiden voyage. The use of
authentic artefacts and extensive room recreations combined
with the compelling stories of the passengers and crew have
made this exhibition one of the most successful exhibitions
in the world with more than 25 million tickets sold to date.
Items from the ship’s construction, vials of perfume from a
maker who was travelling to New York to sell his samples,
china etched with the logo of the elite White Star Line,
postage stamps, sheet music, coins, jewellery, personal items
and many other authentic objects offer historical insights into
the life and times of travellers of that era and the wide socioeconomic disparity between rich and poor.
Mr. Tom Zaller, Museum Director, ArtScience Museum at
Marina Bay Sands, said “Titanic is such an iconic ship with such
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a powerful story to tell that we’re proud to present Titanic:
The Artifact Exhibition at such an equally iconic venue. For
the first time in Singapore and South-East Asia, visitors will be
able to travel back in time to relive Titanic’s majestic maiden
voyage and experience the drama that unfolded as the
world’s largest ship sank to the depths of the Atlantic Ocean.”
The artefacts will be displayed in ArtScience Museum’s lower
galleries which have been meticulously recreated to resemble
actual locations in Titanic, such as the First and Third Class
Cabins, Verandah Cafe, the famous Grand Staircase, the
Promenade deck and Boiler Room. Occupying 2,500sqm of
gallery space, the exhibition will show the magnitude of
Titanic using real artefacts recovered from the wreck site.
A total of nine galleries will take visitors through the ship’s
conception, construction, sailing day, life on board, the
famous iceberg, Titanic’s sinking, the discovery of the wreck,
while all throughout telling the incredible stories of her
passengers and crew.
To immerse visitors in Titanic’s story and bring them back
in time to the ship’s maiden voyage on April 10, 1912, each
visitor will receive a replica boarding pass of an actual
passenger aboard Titanic as they enter the exhibition. They
then begin their chronological journey through the life
of the Titanic, moving through the ship’s construction, to
life on board, to the ill-fated sinking and amazing artefact
rescue efforts.
Visitors will marvel at the recreated grandeur of the 27-foot
high Grand Staircase, an exact replica and reconstruction of
the real Grand Staircase on Titanic. They can also experience
firsthand the freezing temperature when Titanic sank by
pressing their palms against an interactive “Iceberg Wall” in
the “Iceberg Gallery”. To experience the luxurious decor of
Titanic’s “First Class Cabin”, visitors will see a precise replica of
the cabin with details such as furniture, carpet, bed structure
and bathroom facilities.
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The “Discovery Gallery” takes visitors through
the key milestones of Titanic’s expeditions
as divers searched for the Titanic wreck, the
ship’s final discovery in 1985 and the science
of how the wreck has been monitored and
artefacts recovered at such extreme depth. In
the “Memorial Gallery”, guests will take their
boarding pass to the “Memorial Wall” and
discover whether their passenger and travelling
companions survived or perished.
Over the past 15 years, more than 25 million
people have seen this powerful exhibition
in major museums worldwide. RMS Titanic,
Inc. is the only company permitted by law to
recover objects from the wreck of the Titanic.
The Company was granted Salvor-in-Possession
rights to the wreck site of Titanic by a United
States federal court in 1994 and has conducted
eight research and recovery expeditions to the
Titanic rescuing more than 5,500 artefacts. The
Company recently completed its eighth and most
ambitious mission to the wreck site of Titanic
in the summer of 2010. For the first time in
history, RMS Titanic, Inc. alongside the world’s
top oceanographic agencies set out to map
the entire wreck of Titanic with the hopes of
raising the ship virtually for future generations.
Singapore’s Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition at the
ArtScience Museum at Marina Bay Sands ends
29 April, 2012.
For more information visit www.marinabaysands.com
Royal Brunei Airlines flights to Singapore operate twice a day from
Bandar Seri Begawan.
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Hunt
On the
Bangkok is crawling with markets
and malls – it’s no wonder the
city’s loved by many.
Words Emma Ramsay
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ention shopping in Bangkok and most travellers
would agree that there’s nothing that comes close to
the exhilaration that this Thailand capital can offer.
In the past few years, Bangkok’s cityscape has changed to reflect its growing
expatriate community, with shopping options given a novel twist to make the
experience different, and most importantly, fun.
Take for example the city’s mega malls. In the Siam district, Siam Paragon is
perhaps the most notable mall, reflecting all that is modern and new with
Bangkok. It is unabashedly upscale, housing the usual suspects such as Louis
Vuitton, Chloe and Burberry, but it also offers plenty for those that crave for
originality.
Take advantage of Siam Paragon’s Hands Free shopping, where you can simply
shop in wild abandonment without having to worry about carrying your
purchase (they have someone to do that for you). You can also pay at one go,
and have the goods delivered to your car by an assistant (or to your hotel).
Not sure where to start or where to go? The mall offers an escorted shopping
complex tour, and trust us – with a retail space of 300,000sqm, you might just
need it!
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Bangkok’s major shopping
district in Siam is where
you’ll find Siam Paragon and
Central World, to name a few.
Not to be missed when you’re here is the Gourmet Food Hall. Regardless
of whether you’re a foodie, a cook or a novice in the kitchen, you’ve got to
sample the wide range of cafes and restaurants, then shop at the Gourmet
Market Place for produce and ingredients both local and imported. The
sensorial experience alone will be enough to entice you to repeat visits.
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On the other end of the shopping spectrum are
Bangkok’s neighbourhood malls. A trend that has
been prevalent in recent years, neighbourhood
malls are the new uber hangout place. These
minimalist mini malls shine with innovative
architecture and design that, unlike mainstream
malls, are more ‘inviting’ with a relaxing
environment. Often found in residential suburbs,
these serve the community within the area with
small specialty shops, cafes and restaurants.
Shopping here is also less frenzied as the malls are
located away from the tourist hot spots, allowing
you to soak in the vibe of Bangkok from the local’s
point of view.
The Crystal in Ladprao reflects a contemporary
California design with plenty of trees and places
to sit among the first-floor kiosks and cafes. It
offers a variety of services and goods that cater to
the community but also to urbanites in Bangkok.
K Village on Sukhumvit is a collection of chic
eateries and cafes, with a gourmet food market
and one-of-a-kind concept stores that are popular
with the young and urban hipsters. Shopping at
Park Lane on Sukhumvit Soi 63 is easy as it’s linked
to Ekkamai BTS, the city’s mass transit system.
The young, stylish Bangkok crowd are inclined to
come here as much as for the neo-classical French
architectural setting as well as the wide range
of restaurants, coffee shops, bakery houses and
beauty parlours.
The Crystal
Perhaps no mention of Bangkok shopping is
complete without a look at one of the city’s
famous markets: Chatuchak Weekend Market, or
else known to the locals as JJ Market. First-time
visitors should never give this market a miss while
return shopalholics should make the pilgrimage at
any convenient time as there’s always something
new cropping up.
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The Crystal
Don’t discount neighbourhood malls, such as
The Crystal, for a new twist on shopping.
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This page and opposite:
There is nothing you can’t find at
Chatuchak Market.
As the name suggests, the market opens only on
the weekends, beginning from 10am with many
shops closing at 6pm. It’s a sprawling, open air
market with over 15,000 stalls, covering an area
of 35 acres. Thankfully, the market is divided
into sections and sois (‘lanes’ in Thai), and a map
detailing the area helps you navigate through its
maze of small, narrow lanes and alleyways (for
a good Chatuchak map with tips on where to
shop, invest in Nancy Chandler’s Map of Bangkok
available at most Bangkok bookstores).
Royal Brunei Airlines flights to Bangkok operate daily from
Bandar Seri Begawan.
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Needless to say, the market sells everything from
T-shirts, teak furniture to orchids and exotic pets.
Some 400,000 visitors pass through here every
weekend: Local Thais, tourists and expatriates.
But come early to avoid the crowd and the
afternoon heat. Here at Chatuchak, you can buy
homemade local spices such as green curry paste
and mussaman Thai curry paste at RST Spices Shop
(Section 25, Soi 4). Everything is vacuum packed
for easy carrying and the trip back home. And
what is a trip to Bangkok without lugging back
its scents and smells? At Arb-ims (Section 8, Soi
15) you’ll find a wide range of home spa products
made from quintessential Thai herbs, such as
lemongrass body scrubs, mint soaps and rice milk
shower gels. For those who love cotton, perfect
for Bangkok weather, Mitra Handiwork (Section
2, Soi 41) sells airy tunics and dresses in colourful
prints hand-dyed and made in Nepal. And if ever
the shopping here tires you out, seek out the
many indie-coffee stalls that make delicious iced
coffee and lattes for a breather, or tuck into typical
Thai desserts such as mango sticky rice and fresh
coconut ice cream that are sure to revive you in
no time.
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Cumbria and the Lake District will appeal to
anyone who loves the ouotdoors and more.
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NWDA
Outdoors
The Greatest
Cumbria and the Lake District is a real picture postcard, enticing visitors
with its magnificent lakes, beautiful coastline and wonderful culture.
Images Visit Britain
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Above
A stunning view of the Lake District
at twilight.
Below
Left: Surprise View offers the best
vantage point over Derwent Water
and the surrounding area.
Right: At Keswick, hire a row boat
for a fantastic day out.
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rom 16 sparkling lakes and England’s highest mountains, to
sheltered valleys, heather moorlands and salty seascapes,
Cumbria and the Lake District have inspired and captivated
generations of visitors and famous writers and poets such as Beatrix Potter
and William Wordsworth. But there’s more to see than just scenery. The
area has a rich heritage to discover, a vibrant and contemporary cultural
scene, and a growing reputation for fine food and drink. And on top of all
this, there is a huge choice of tourist activities in some of the greatest Great
Outdoors in the world.
The unique landscape that inspired Wordsworth
and Potter today nurtures a new generation of
writers, artists and musicians. Sculpture trails,
poetry programmes, street art and theatre add up
to a thriving cultural scene. A must for literature
fans is the visit to Dove Cottage, home of William
Wordsworth from 1799 to 1808, the years of his
supreme work as a poet. Part of The Wordsworth
Museum, Dove Cottage in Grasmere is visited by
over 70,000 people a year. Visitors are given a guided
tour through the cottage’s white-washed walls, flagstone
floors and dark, wood paneling, as guides tell the story
of the house and family. Many of the Wordsworth’s
household items, such as furniture, family possessions and
portraits are displayed. During fine weather, the garden
opens – Wordsworth’s ‘domestic slip of mountain’,
restored to the half wild state that he and Dorothy
lovingly created from local plants and materials.
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Late afternoon light falling across sailing boats moored on
Derwent Water in the Lake District, Derwent Water.
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Children and the young-at-heart may like the
World of Beatrix Potter, the only Beatrix Potter
themed attraction in Europe, where they can
visit Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddle-duck and many
other delightful characters. Other attraction
includes all 23 Tales by Beatrix Potter, brought to
life in a magical indoor recreation of the Lakeland
countryside, complete with sights, sounds and
even smells.
Away from the fantasy land, those who love
the outdoors must follow the sculpture trail at
Grizedale Forest, nestled in the heart of the Lake
District between lakes Windermere and Coniston.
A project that began in the late 1970s, Grizedale
Forest is now home to over 60 sculptures including
works by Andy Goldsworthy, Richard Harris and
David Nash.
Various sculpted works are scattered throughout
the forest, often made from naturally occurring
materials such as stone and wood, with new
sculptures added each year. The unique part about
the art programme is previous works of art are
allowed to naturally decay back into the forest so
the collection is changing all the time!
Cumbria and the Lake District is fast becoming
a food lover’s paradise, too. From Michelinstarred restaurants to cosy cafes and farmers
markets, you’ll find food and drink produced and
prepared by people who are passionate about
quality. Whether it’s the simplest loaf or the most
sumptuous delicacy, there are so many places to try
recipes that have been turned into a form of art.
The Michelin-starred Sharrow Bay Hotel on
Ullswater captivates with its breathtaking setting
on the shore of the beautiful Lake Ullswater in the
Lake District. Led by Colin Akrigg, the kitchen uses
only the finest local ingredients to produce some
of the best ‘British’ cuisine you are likely to find.
And, Sharrow Bay is also where the famous British
dish, sticky toffee pudding, was invented!
Above
Tarn Hows epitomises the
many characters of the
Lakeland landscape with
rocky outcrops and tarn
(mountain lake).
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Clockwise from top: Hiking
near Martindale; the home
of Beatrix Potter in Sawery;
autumn colours at Tarn Hows;
postal service at Glenridding.
Farmers’ markets are a great way to get authentic
local produce, straight from the producer. Cumbria
is blessed with having such a great variety of
producers who are as passionate about food
as they are about the breathtaking Cumbrian
landscape it comes from. It’s all about character,
tradition, independence and above all, flavour.
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Low Wood Hotel jetty on Lake Windermere
in the Lake District, Lake Windermere.
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For those looking to experience the genteel
tradition of English afternoon tea, Tea Trail Cumbria
offers lovers of the outdoors a truly unique
collection of rural tea shop experiences. Enjoy a
refreshing combination of delicious homemade
jams, cakes and biscuits in some of Cumbria’s most
outstanding areas of natural beauty. From the heart
of Beatrix Potter country in the Lake District to
the spectacular Solway Coast, there are plenty of
tearooms and tea houses to discover.
Finally, Cumbria and the Lake District leave
plenty of scope for retail therapy. Carlisle is a
cosmopolitan city centre with big high-street
stores and small boutiques. The Lanes, Carlisle,
is Cumbria’s premier shopping centre, providing
great shopping at the heart of the city. Expect to
find homegrown British names and labels, such as
Debenhams, BHS, Littlewoods and Virgin.
There are also quaint market towns like Ulverston
and Kirkby Lonsdale that are made for browsing
and full of tempting, independent shops. And
don’t discount craft fairs, workshops, studios and
galleries all over Cumbria that offer everything
from designer jewellery to custom-made furniture
and those souvenirs to remember your time in the
greatest Great Outdoors.
For more information, visit www.golakes.co.uk and www.visitbritain.com
Royal Brunei Airlines flights to London operate daily from
Bandar Seri Begawan and Dubai.
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SurfTurf
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Dive, snorkel or find solitude
at Mataking Island, one of
Sabah’s unsung treasures.
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ven if you’re not a diving fan, don’t be too quick to cross out
Mataking Island. A small, paradise getaway off the shores
of Semporna in Sabah, it’s a place that lets you do and be
anything you want – from exploring the waters and enjoying the beaches to
just simply relaxing in Sabah’s magical sunshiny outdoors.
Mataking is often referred to as the shy sister to its better known siblings,
Sipadan and Mabul islands. Getting there is a journey unto itself; first getting
into Tawau, then taking a 90-minute drive to Semporna jetty before jumping
on the speedboat to Mataking Island for another 45 minutes ride.
Once on the island, the fatigue of travel easily slips away as you’re greeted
by one of the most heavenly sights ever to be seen. Wide expanse of clear
blue skies juxtaposed against the sparkling azure of the Celebus Sea beckon a
moment of quiet humility. Mataking’s waters are so clear and pristine that you
can’t imagine how the island manages to stay under the radar for as long as
it had. The waters are so crystal clear that you can easily make out a rainbow
of fishes just ten metres out from the shore.
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Mataking itself is made up of two islands, Mataking Besar and Mataking Kecil;
the former being the primary island that is simply referred to by its first name.
The island is separated from Mataking Kecil by a sandbar that is engulfed during
high tide. But approached at the right time (in the mornings at low tide), the
walk across the sandbar to Mataking Kecil is almost surreal; and with the seas
surrounding you on both sides, it feels like walking on water.
Accommodation on the island is available through one resort, The Reef Dive
Resort. Water activities are aplenty, including snorkelling and diving. Because of
the water’s pristine conditions, swimmers with just their snorkelling gear can easily
enjoy the spectacle of the live corals without having to dive.
Boat dives aren’t very far from the island, either. A journey of between five to
10 minutes brings you to the desired dive spot, where you can easily make out the
sea bed, generously littered with live corals and marine life scampering about.
There are all kinds of marine life to be seen, including sea turtles, moray eels,
and grouper fish. Look out also for the ‘Orang Utan’ crab that can occasionally be
spotted at Mataking’s Reef. Elsewhere, the House Reef literally lights up during
the night with many strange and tiny creatures that have charmed so many
photographers to this site. The unspoiled and living colour of hard and soft coral
decorations are also another special highlight for divers visiting Mataking and the
surrounding islands, a paradise for avid and amateur underwater photographers.
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For land-loving enthusiasts, fret not as there are
plenty of non-diving activities to do. Relaxation
and rejuvenation can be had at the luxurious Jamu
Spa, with ingredients sourced locally or inspired
by its surroundings, including sea algae and local
coffee. The days can be spent doing guided round
island tours, kayaking, canoeing and jungletrekking, to name a few. In between, there are arts
and crafts classes to fill up the day, with cooking
classes and batik painting. Fishing trips can also be
organised, where the catch can be brought to the
kitchen to be cooked as you like. Otherwise, you
can always laze by the beach, enjoy quiet walks
to view the sunrise/sunset, or retire to your room
where accommodations are designed to inspire
rest and the art of doing nothing.
For those interested in the resort’s conservation
efforts, the management does turtle patrolling
in the evenings. Informed guides will help you
spot turtle tracks and if you’re lucky, you can also
witness Green turtles laying their eggs by the
beach. Guests are encouraged to help the turtle
patrol staff dig up the eggs to be transferred to
the island’s hatchery. Alternatively, there is also the
opportunity to release turtle hatchlings from the
hatchery back to the sea. The best time to witness
this is to come to Mataking Island between July to
October. Then again, who needs a calendar when
anytime is really a good time to experience a slice
of Sabah’s undiscovered paradise.
Royal Brunei Airlines flights to Kota Kinabalu operate fifteen times
weekly from Bandar Seri Begawan.
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Sunny Days
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Alive with artists, abundant in artisinal food, a laidback lakeside and a
community filled with charm – what’s not to love about Daylesford?
Words Anis Ramli
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ayelsford isn’t shy to shout
out its most marketable
product. Just pick up a
brochure and the marketing blitz is unmistakeable:
Languid bodies lounging lazily amidst waters that
look divine against an equally arresting backdrop.
Lying within a region that contains Australia’s
largest concentration of natural mineral springs,
its therapeutic waters are reknowned and the spa
scene is rife. Naturally, one’s inclination would
be to think this is spa country and nothing else.
Which would be a huge mistake, as a recent visit
would reveal.
For many Melbournians, Daylesford is the go-to
town when they want to bring it down a notch.
Just an hour’s drive away, Daylesford could easily
be done as a day trip, with trains running up to
Ballarat, the closest town, before a short and
leisurely drive brings you to the heart of town.
Daylesford is not paradisiacal. Its landscape and
spirit have more in common with Aix-en-Provence
than Puerto Vallarta. It has the same kind of
tranquility and mix: Laidback locals passionate
about their local crafts and produce, leisurely
weekenders from neighbouring Melbourne, spa
enthusiasts, vacation renters, museum goers and
the serious-about-arts type.
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Coincidentally, there is also a taste of Provence in
the area; with fields of lavender just 10 minutes
outside of town where a game of petanque
is even possible! The streets are dotted with
patisseries and cafes – the aroma of freshlybaked breads lightly scenting the air, small shops
whose rustic shelves are an emporium of regional
produce crafted into heavenly-scented soaps and
scents, and Sunday farmers markets where locals
dress up their stalls with homemade preserves,
artisan cheese and home harvested honey.
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Daylesford is more country charm than paradiasical.
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Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges
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Above
Lake Daylseford is
the town’s stunning
centrepiece.
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Driving through the many narrow streets of
Daylesford is the best way to discover the town’s
hidden charms. On this sunny autumn day, the
glistening waters of Lake Daylesford beckon
anyone driving past it to stop, if only to sigh over
the sentimentality of the willow trees swaying
against such a stunning backdrop. Around the lake
and its scenic beauty scatters a choice of lodgings,
including a collection of bed and breakfasts. The
award-winning terrace-styled Lake House needs
no introduction among tourists, with its spa and
boutique-style accommodation. But intrepid
travellers desiring for the warmth and home spun
brand of true Daylesford hospitality would first
head to the Visitor Information Centre for a host
of available lodgings, often run by passionate
residents, such as Ambleside On The Lake.
Clockwise from top left
This tiny Edwardian-style cottage run by husbandand-wife team Linda and Frank Carroll has a sense
of timelessness that captures the very essence
of Daylesford. Rooms are intimate and lovingly
furnished with one that has a spectacular view
of Lake Daylesford. The house, with its sloping
gardens filled with all manner of flowers, shrubs
and plants, provide direct access to the lake.
Guests can also enjoy the view and catch a
glimpse of local wildlife from the quiet haven of
the home’s wooden terrace, where afternoon teas
are also served. Linda and Frank themselves are
a walking encyclopedia of the town; their insider
knowledge and helpful tips helping to make your
stay that much more memorable.
The Edwardian Ambleside
On The Lake, Ambleside’s
quaint rooms; the view from
Ambleside’s terrace.
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Clockwise from left
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Daylesford’s main street; the
Convent Gallery, Daylesford’s
rural country road.
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Daylesford Cafe
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Menu from Gracenotes Cafe
portrays the best of local
produce.
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Daylesford Cafe
Above: The lavender fields
outside Daylesford hints at an
air of French countryside.
Below: Bring home a taste of
Daylseford with their handcrafted and locally produced
beauty products.
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Looking for a place to lunch, Linda suggested the
family-run Gracenotes Cafe just a short walking
distance away. Like many restaurants and eateries
in and around Daylesford, Gracenotes Cafe
features a menu that celebrates the best in local
produce. But locals and out-of-towners indulge
in this beloved cafe for its intuitive traditional
home cooking, not to mention friendly service.
The pumpkin soup served for lunch that day was
simplistic in its execution yet big on flavours, and
the sourdough toast just seems the perfect pairing.
The housemade pasta gets a nice touch from the
spiced pureed beetroot stuffing and pairs perfectly
well with the poppy seed butter.
The town’s passion for all things earthy and
natural can again be seen in many of the shops
specialising in handcrafted beauty products. At
Daylesford Aromatherapy on Albert Street, shop
owner Fiona Harris makes everything in her home
kitchen, adding nothing except the purest and
most natural ingredients she can find. Her hair
shampoos made with rosemary and lavender are
sublime, while her soy wax rose otto candles are
the perfect gifts to transform your home into a
decadent boudoir.
In recent years, the transcending beauty of
Daylesford and its natural setting has also inspired
many artists to master their trade, whether in
pottery, painting or photography. Not surprisingly,
the town is filled with a number of galleries
and museums, each with its unique pull and
overflowing with ambiance. Foremost among these
is The Convent Daylesford that has been described
as ‘the most beautiful gallery in Australia’.
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Above
Daylseford Town Hall is a
stunning building in the
centre of town.
Left
Above and below: The town
centre is lined with cosy cafes
and friendly grocers and
makes for a nice stroll.
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Left: Many artists have made
Daylseford their home,
inspired by the town’s beauty.
Right: Meander through the
Convent’s various gallery for
the best in contemporary and
modern works of art.
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A 19th century Victorian mansion, the iconic
building with its red dome roof was first a
private residence before it became a convent
and a boarding school that lasted until the late
1980s. Even when the building suffered from
abandonment, artist Tina Banitska saw something
promising in it. Driven to create a space for other
artists, she took a multi-million dollar mortgage
at 18 percent interest during Australia’s most
tumultuous economic period. Twenty years
and many sleepless nights later, Tina would be
regarded among peers and contemporaries as a
true visionary and steward of the arts as today,
the Convent thrives as a place for complete
sensorial and cultural experience. It boasts of
seven galleries, a retail haven, a cafe and a lounge,
including a conference facility and an awardwining garden that, at its apex, allows you to view
the picturesque twin towns of Daylesford and
Hepburn Springs.
As you meander through the Convent’s many
rooms and acres of polished light wood floors,
watching the combination of historic features and
modern art merge, it is here that you discover
the most unforgettable moment at Daylesford
and why, beyond the thermal waters, the town
succeeds to inspire a satisfying experience for all.
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Royal Brunei Airlines flights to Melbourne operate four times weekly
from Bandar Seri Begawan.
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Discoveries
Feature Best Of Brunei
Speedy
Bandar Seri Begawan’s compact size makes
it a breeze to explore no matter how
limited your time.
Images David Kirkland/Brunei Tourism
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ith its quiet demenour and almost elusive personality,
Brunei Darussalam’s capital has never had trouble luring
visitors. The city is abound with tourists, many searching
for the quintessential Borneo experience – be it rustic villages and magnificent rainforest. Yet
some of its best offerings are those that define the Sultanate as the world’s only Malay Islamic
Monarchy on the cusp of modernisation: Contemporary galleries, majestic mosques, Europeanstyled cafes and a charming waterfront. Brunei Darussalam may not be a frozen relic of Borneo
past, but its appeal is timeless.
On transit for 6 hours
Make your way to the centre of town to
Kampong Ayer, where Brunei was thought
to have originated. This last remaining
floating village in Borneo is a collection
of wooden houses on stilts. Hire a water
taxi and have the boatman point out the
different villages and floating households,
the clinic, school and firehouse. Step back
on dry land and head to the Royal Regalia
Building, a museum dedicated to the
Sultanate’s royal regalia. The exhibits are
a testament to the rich legacy of Islamic
and Malay roots that define the Sultanate,
with an awe-inspiring Royal Chariot used
during His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal
Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, Sultan
and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam’s
coronation and Silver Jubilee celebrations,
intricate ceremonial armoury and various
items. Then take a slow walk to the Lapau
and Dewan Majlis, the Royal Ceremonial
Hall. While you may not see much, as
the venue is only used for the Sultanate’s
traditional royal ceremonies, the building’s
stunning architecture and golden domes are
still a sight to behold.
Take a break at Fratini’s Pasta & Pizza
on the ground floor of the waterfront,
the annexe of the Yayasan Sultan Haji
Hassanal Bolkiah Complex. Sip their freshlybrewed coffee while you watch tourists
and locals whiz in and around Kampong
Ayer on the water taxis. Follow the trail
to the Waterfront Promenade, Bandar
Seri Begawan’s latest hotspot and dig into
a light but delicious Japanese lunch at
Kaizen Sushi. There’s the usual sushi and
sashimi, but the must-try is the delectable
mushroom teppanyaki with its mélange of
forest flavours.
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Walk off your lunch with a short stroll
to the capital’s most iconic landmarks,
the Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien
Mosque. Named after the 28th Sultan
of Brunei, the mosque was built in 1958
and today stands tall with its gold-leafed
dome and minarets made from Italian
marble. Built with its own lagoon, the
mosque looks like a floating edifice
from the Arabian Nights, and is every
photographer’s dream.
A day’s trip
Visit the largest mosque in the
country, the Jame ’Asr Hassanil
Bolkiah Mosque. Built in 1992 to
celebrate the 25th year of the present
reigning monarch, His Majesty Sultan
Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin
Waddaulah, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan
of Brunei Darussalam, the interior is
simply stunning. Soaring minarets and
golden domes reach toward the sky, and
the mosque looks even more spectacular
at night. A stone’s throw away is the
Tamu Kianggeh. This open air market,
once visited by famed celebrity chef
Antony Worrall Thompson during the
filming of ‘Antony Worrall Thompson:
Adventures in Brunei Darussalam’ for
Discovery TLC, is popular with locals
for its wide range of fresh produce,
fruits and even local handmade crafts.
Depending on the season, you may be
able to tuck into Brunei’s renowned
durian kuning and the buah sukun, a
local breadfruit. Take a break at any of
the tamu’s stalls selling freshly squeezed
sugar cane juice and cool coconut water.
More than 2 days
Hire a guide and explore Brunei’s lush
protected park, the Ulu Temburong
National Park. Walk through lofty
canopy walkway for the best view of
the rainforest. The area is also great
for hiking with many scenic trails. The
journey to the park itself, a thrilling river
ride up the Temburong River, is also an
unforgettable experience.
Enquire about Royal Brunei Airlines Stopover
Programme ‘Window On Brunei’ to enjoy some of these
sights on your next transit.
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www.bruneitourism.travel
Lawatan
Persinggahan
Bandar Seri Begawan sememangnya destinasi
yang padat dengan tarikan, menjadikannya amat
mudah untuk diterokai tidak kira betapa pendek
jangka masa lawatan.
D
Imej David Kirkland/Brunei Tourism
engan persona
yang sepi dan
nyaman, ibu negara
Negara Brunei
Darussalam mempunyai gaya tersendiri yang
menjadi tarikan kepada pengunjung untuk
datang melawat. Bandar ini lazimnya dipenuhi
dengan pelancong, kebanyakkannya mencari
pengalaman melawat Borneo yang asli – dari
kampung-kampung yang indah hinggalah
ke hutan hujan tropika yang mengagumkan.
Namun, ada juga tarikannya yang menjadi
intipati definisi Kesultanan ini sebagai satusatunya monarki Melayu Islam Beraja di dunia
yang di ambang pemodenan. Galeri-galeri
kontemporari, masjid-masjid yang indah, kafekafe ala-Eropah dan sesiaran dermaga yang
menawan. Negara Brunei Darussalam mungkin
sinonim dengan peninggalan sejarah Borneo,
namun tidak dinafikan bahawa tarikannya
melampaui arah aliran.
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Transit 6 jam
Kampong Ayer sebuah destinasi menarik di
pusat bandar merupakan sebuah penempatan
asli terawal di negara ini dan satu-satunya
kampung terapung di Borneo. Ianya terdiri dari
rumah-rumah kayu yang dibina di atas kaki
bajang. Dengan menaiki tambang iaitu teksi
air, pemandu akan menunjukkan kampungkampung yang bertapak di sini, klinik, sekolah,
malahan stesen bomba juga ada! Kemudian,
singgah di Bangunan Alat-Alat Kebesaran
Diraja yang merupakan muzium khas yang
menempatkan semua alat-alat kebesaran
Diraja Kesultanan Negara Brunei Darussalam.
Pameran-pameran di sini menjadi bukti
betapa kayanya warisan Melayu Islam Beraja
yang membentuk asas negara ini, termasuk
Rata Diraja Kebawah Duli Yang Maha Mulia
Paduka Seri Baginda Sultan Haji Hassanal
Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, Sultan dan
Yang Di-Pertuan Negara Brunei Darussalam,
yang digunakan semasa Isitiadat Berpuspa
Baginda serta perayaan Jubli Perak, perisai
istiadat yang dihias terperinci serta pelbagai
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lambang kebesaran Keluarga Diraja yang lain.
Seterusnya, singgah melawat Lapau dan Dewan
Majlis, Dewan Isitiadat Diraja. Di sinilah segala
adat istiadat tradisi Diraja Kesultanan diadakan,
dan senibina bangunan ini dengan keemasan
kubahnya yang menakjubkan.
Berehat sambil menjamu selera di Fratini’s Pasta
& Pizza yang bertempat di tingkat bawah pinggir
perairan, bahagian annex Bangunan Yayasan
Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah. Hirup segelas kopi
yang segar sambil melihat para pelancong dan
warga bandar ini menjalani rutin seharian menaiki
teksi air di kawasan Kampong Ayer. Ikut laluan ini
hinggalah sampai ke kawasan dermaga Waterfront
Promenade, pusat tarikan terkini di Bandar Seri
Begawan dan pastikan awda menikmati santapan
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tengah hari yang enak di restoran Jepun Kaizen
Sushi. Terdapat pelbagai pilihan sushi dan sashimi,
dan satu hidangan yang awda perlu cuba ialah
teppanyaki cendawan.
Selepas menjamu selera, awda boleh berjalan kaki
melawat salah satu tarikan yang paling terkenal
di pusat bandar ini, iaitu Masjid Sultan Omar
Ali Saifuddien. Dinamakan sempena Sultan
Brunei yang ke-28, masjid ini dibina pada tahun
1958 dan sehingga ke hari ini masih lagi tersegam
indah dengan kubah yang dihiasi daun-daun emas
dan menara-menaranya yang dibina dari marmar
Itali. Masjid ini dibina dengan lagunnya sendiri,
kelihatan seperti sebuah istana terapung dari kisah
Arabian Nights, pastinya tarikan paling disukai
juru-jurugambar dikalangan pelawat.
Lawatan sehari
Pastikan awda berkunjung melawat masjid
terbesar negara ini, Masjid Jame ’Asr
Hassanil Bolkiah. Dibina pada tahun
1992 sempena menyambut perayaan Jubli
Perak Kebawah Duli Yang Maha Mulia
Paduka Seri Baginda Sultan Haji Hassanal
Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, Sultan
dan Yang Di-Pertuan Negara Brunei
Darussalam, ruang dalaman sungguh
indah tidak terkata. Menara-menara
yang tinggi dan kubah-kubah keemasan
mendukung langit, namun sukar dipercayai
bahawa masjid ini mempersembahkan
pemandangan yang lebih indah di waktu
malam. Terletak berdekatan ialah Tamu
Kianggeh. Pasar tamu terbuka ini, yang
pernah dilawati chef terkenal Antony
Worrall Thompson semasa penerbitan
filem ‘Antony Worrall Thompson:
Adventures in Brunei Darussalam’ untuk
Discovery TLC, amat popular dikalangan
penduduk tempatan kerana disinilah
awda akan dapat membeli sayur-sayuran
dan buah-buahan segar, serta barang
kraftangan. Bergantung kepada musim
ketika lawatan awda, mungkin awda
bernasib baik dapat merasai keenakan
durian kuning dan buah sukun Brunei.
Untuk menyegarkan awda semula selepas
penat bersiar-siar, singgahlah sebentar
untuk menjamu air tebu dan air kelapa
segar di tamu ini.
Lebih dua hari
Dapatkan perkhidmatan seorang pemandu
untuk menerokai Taman Negara Ulu
Temburong. Awda akan menerokai laluan
di bawah kanopi hutan yang amat sesuai
untuk pengembara dengan pilihan laluan
dan pemandangan yang indah. Malah,
perjalanan untuk sampai ke Taman Negara
ini melalui Sungai Temburong merupakan
satu pengalaman yang menarik dan tidak
dapat dilupakan.
Pastikan awda bertanya mengenai Royal Brunei Airlines
Stopover Programme ‘Window On Brunei’ untuk menikmati
tarikan-tarikan ini semasa transit awda ke Negara Brunei
Darussalam pada masa hadapan.
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Fuel It
Lifestyle Motoring
Victory puts you out on great
Borneo roads with the ultimate
combination of American value
and muscle.
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V
ictory Motorcycles was
established over 10 years
ago in the United States
and has become a popular brand in that
market. Victory Motorcycles boasts a full selection
of full-sized cruiser and touring bikes that are
setting new benchmarks for performance, quality,
comfort and modern styling. With styling input
from partners such as the legendary custom bike
builder Arlen Ness, it’s no wonder that the brand
has achieved cult status over the last decade.
While Victory Motorcycles are styled to feature
smooth, flowing lines and stunning paint and
chrome, they still afford riders ample opportunity
to customise and accessorise – to make the bikes
truly their own.
A great example of this growing need for selfexpression and individualism is the worldwide
growth of the custom cruiser – a billion-dollar
industry essentially created by legends such as
Arlen Ness and newer players whose popularity
has been fuelled by exposure on television reality
programmes.
Throughout the Victory model line there are
impressive examples of the unique, truly distinctive
Victory styling that helps set the brand apart from
the retro-cruiser crowd. There are myriad design
cues that look like they came straight from a
custom builder’s shop, such as:
• The stunningly painted, split tail, scallop-sided
fuel tanks that seamlessly intertwine with
the seat.
• Flush-mounted taillights integrated in rear
fenders.
• The fattest rear tyre on any production bike
– yet a tyre that handles beautifully on the road
because it was designed by Victory Engineers in
conjunction with their tyre manufacturer.
These are examples of how Victory separates itself
from the rest. In fact. one of the first things you
notice about a Victory Motorcycle is that it has
a real ‘custom’ look about it. The styling ‘extras’
that cruiser riders have previously needed to invest
in or custom order are standard on a Victory.
Rather than utilising retro styling and traditional
but outdated technology, Victory designers and
engineers have created these machines with an
eye toward the future. One ride on a Victory and
you feel and enjoy the difference.
Victory models are powered by Victory’s own
engine, an American V-Twin OHC Fuel Injected
100 cubic inch, 1634cc powerplant. The engine
not only performs, but they have set new
benchmarks for reliability and low maintenance.
The unit engine is strong and designed with a
complete hydraulic valve lash and cam chain
adjustment system that, in conjunction with the
belt final drive, simply means there is more time
spent riding and less time and money spent on
maintenance. It’s an engine that has won the
highest praises in the U.S market, winning a stack
of industry and consumer quality awards.
In 2007, Victory turned heads in the motorcycle
world when it launched the Victory Vision luxury
tourer. The Victory Vision has a sleek, modern
design that clearly shows that Victory is leading
the motorcycle world into the future. The two
variants of Victory Vision are the “Street”
and “Tour” models. Cool features such as
the integrated, iPod-ready sound systems and
cruise controls complement fresh engineering
approaches such as the aluminium frame and the
dual fuel tanks.
Victory debuts in Brunei Darussalam in 2012
with T.C.Y Motors as official distributor for
Brunei, Labuan, Sabah and Sarawak. T.C.Y will be
premiering models from the Touring, 8-Ball Cruisers,
Custom Cruisers, and Muscle Cruisers line. As a
premium brand, Victory Motorcycles is the one that
blurs the lines between custom and stock, bringing
with it a new head-turning design and uninhibited
style, leaving nothing to the imagination.
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Lifestyle In Person
Local
Parlance
Sairaini Mohd Sa’ad,
is on course to have the
art of Malay healing
therapies recognised in
the modern world.
In the world of modern health and
spa, traditional Malay healing and
therapies were once an alien concept.
What changed?
The spa concept grew in the United
States around the 1970s and 80s. In Asia,
Indonesia and Thailand were the first two
countries to jump on the bandwagon.
After spas became popular in these
two countries and, due to demand,
spas started to emerge in Malaysia. Of
course the trend was then either Thai
or Balinese therapies. It took some time
for Malaysians to realise that they have
something of their own to be proud of.
What changed was the realisation that
they could meet the demand without
looking elsewhere.
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How did you get involved in the field?
I became interested in the power of herbs
and plants as early as four and that went
on to my teens. I was a scrawny teenager
and wanted a full figure. I stumbled upon
Indonesian herbs and tried it for about
two months and discovered it worked. I
also learnt much from my in-laws the art
of Malay healing traditions.
Malay traditional therapies are about
maintenance, a lifestyle that must be
adopted for good, that reminds us of
being attuned to our bodies and listening
when things are not in synch inside. For
the past 25 years, I have learnt what
I can from whomever I can. There is
no college or university that can teach
you about Malay traditional therapies
anywhere in the world. You can only get
it from the elders who have practised the
healing culture for generations. In 2000,
my mother-in-law suggested I run her
spa in Bangsar. I accepted the offer and
developed the Malay Spa. It has been my
personal vocation to share the beauty of
this healing culture with the world.
You have been credited for reviving
the dying tradition and bringing it
mainstream. Would it be fair to also
say that this happened with the first
Malay-centric spa at Tanjong Jara?
Traditional Malay treatments are complex
and bountiful. They are family secrets
that are fiercely guarded and rarely
shared. Families and healers have their
own skills and recipes for health that
are unbeknownst to anyone except the
maker himself.
Persuading healers to part with their
knowledge to anyone other than
their next of kin is not an easy task. In
2003, I was approached by YTL Hotels
& Resort to participate in their Malay
Spa in Pangkor Laut Resort. It took
some time for the family I was then
working with to agree to having their
treatments, products and knowledge
practised outside of their own premise
and by a non- family member. In 2004,
YTL decided to open the first Malay
Traditional Spa in Tanjong Jara Resort.
It was a big responsibility for me as I
had the opportunity to showcase Malay
healing on a big scale. I had to do it well;
and with no examples to follow, it was
do or die.
Alhamdulilllah, eight years on, the
spa at Tanjong Jara remains the only
Malay Traditional Spa in Malaysia which
features numerous authentic traditional
treatments. It also set a precedence.
Many operators then dared to follow and
healers also realised that the demand and
market is growing tremendously, and if
they keep their knowledge to themselves,
they have all to lose. The Malaysian
government also has to be credited in
helping to promote the growth of Malay
healing and therapies.
What are the core specifics of Malay
healing and therapies?
Malay Healing is a holistic approach of
treating the mind, body, spirit and soul.
It combines the sum of total knowledge,
practices and skills on holistic healthcare
based on theory, beliefs and experiences
that have been handed down from
generation to generation for the
maintenance of health and treatment
of diseases.
The uniqueness of Malay healing is that
it has treatments and products for the
body, both internally and externally,
placing a great emphasis on the wellness
of the soul which is represented by the
human reproductive system. For the
Malays, the human reproductive system
is very important as it differentiates
between a man and a woman and, is an
indicator of the total wellbeing of the
entire body.
What aspects of your job do you
find challenging?
Adapting Malay therapy into the
Malaysian spa industry has not been
easy as the treatments that I have
introduced are often unheard of. For
example, there’s Tuam Pasir (Heated Sea
Sand Therapy), Tungku Batu (Heated
Stone Therapy), and Rendam-rendam
(Sitz Bath).
When I first introduced Rendam-rendam,
which is the treatment for maintaining
the wellness of the women’s reproductive
system, people were taken aback. I
remembered when I was in Hawaii
speaking on this particular treatment, the
audience were surprised, particularly at
the personal nature of the subject. But
now, many have taken this in stride.
What aspects of the job do you like?
I like creating something traditional into
something of commercial value. Who
would have thought a simple Ubat Periok
that Malay ladies drink everyday after birth
is now drunk as a cleansing solution to
detox. I love to see Malay treatments being
on par as all the rest of the commerciallyavailable spa treatments. I also love
showcasing something traditionally
practised in our own homes into something
that creates a “wow” effect in the industry.
Do you think Malay therapies and
healing can go global?
Definitely, yes. The competitive
advantages are as mentioned earlier lies
in the unique therapies and products
in the Malay spa. The Malay spa has
various individual treatments from
head to feet and for the whole body,
for example massages, body scrubs,
steaming treatments and baths. It also
has treatments for specialised body
conditions such as inflammation, body
chills, post natal and also treatments
to enhance the functions of the
reproductive systems.
The products used in the Malay spa
treatments are also unique to this region
and includes indigenous herbs, plants
and spices from our tropical rainforest.
The products are often a concoction of
various ingredients, each contributing its
individual benefit, making the product a
very powerful combination.
A Malay flower bath for example, uses
lime, flowers and sometimes milk.
While the lime cleanses the external
skin and acts as an astringent, milk
moisturises and flowers lift the spirit. The
lime is also known to flush out negative
elements from the body and the flowers
add glow and radiance.
When you have a Malay treatment at a
Malay spa , the whole process takes to
heart not only the external wellbeing of a
person, but also the health and wealth of
one’s insides, be it in the herbal tea given
after treatment or the medicated oil used
during the session. This is because the
philosophy behind the traditional Malay
art of spa is ‘prevention is better than cure’
and the importance of cleansing oneself
internally as well as externally is paramount.
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Beta Scents
Carrots equal indulgence, a sunny
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French organic line Honoré des
Prés imagines their I Love Les
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worry, you’ll not be smelling like
a root vegetable all day. Orange
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There is nothing more tempting than an
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crafts timeless designs, handmade in Italy
with tempered mineral lenses. The Keren
sunglasses is from a family of 14 styles
named after colonial-era cities on the
African continent. Solid brown acetate
encases two amber lenses that reinforce
the vintage feel of the frame. No hardware
or logos, only effortless Italian style.
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With the Fantasia collection, Roberto Coin exudes
fierce and edgy styling. Earrings, bracelets, rings,
and necklaces made in white, yellow, or rose gold all
create a unique collection that also includes details
in diamonds and coloured enamel. The look is very
exciting and beautiful, and each piece is finished with
Coin’s classic trademark, the hidden ruby.
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The new Patrimony
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watch from Vacheron
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It’s pure example of the classic
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an entire watch executed in
platinum, giving the timepiece
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Every sip of Prestat’s Velvety Milk,
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reminder of just how good hot
chocolate can be. Prestat’s trademark
swirly packaging, created by the
renowned artist and illustrator Kitty
Arden, hints at the indulgence and
pleasure that lie in wait. What better
treat for a fine cuppa than the world’s
finest hot chocolate, created by the
chocolatier to The Queen?
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Rayavadee
Lifestyle Take 5
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Serve
Big
Beaches and a simple lifestyle make
Krabi in Thailand a dream escape.
SEE
The elephant camp at Tumbon
Khao Thong lets you get close
to adorable pachyderms while
riding on their backs as you
trek through the jungle and
along crystal clear rivers. The
gentle journey is perfect for
all ages before you head back
to camp to feed the elephants
and enjoy local tea and snacks
at the rustic coffeehouse.
DO
Take advantage of Krabi’s many
limestone cliffs and go rock
climbing. Many operators offer
half- and full-day programmes
for both first-timers and
experienced climbers. Routes
are graded and bolted, and
once at the top, it’s a thrilling
experience to see Krabi and the
surrounding islands from a high
vantage point.
SHOP
The night markets are both
affordable and fun. They offer
the best shopping option for
souvenirs, knick knacks, t-shirts,
beach wear and delicious street
food. For high end quality
shopping, head to Rayavadee
Boutique, where you’ll find
handmade silk shawls, artisan
jewellery and distinctive
home furnishing.
STAY
Enchanting Rayavadee is made
up of a village of luxury Thai
pavilions. Peppered over 26
acres of coconut groves and
tropical gardens and bordered
by three beaches, a stay here
evokes an idyllic southern Thai
village atmosphere. Service is
attentive and personalised,
and the staff friendly. It’s hard
to imagine a more restful
beach retreat.
For more information,
visit www.tourismthailand.org
Royal Brunei Airlines operates daily
flights to Bangkok where there are
connecting flights to Krabi.
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Lifestyle Travel Diary
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MALAYSIA
14-19
Feb 2012
PASIR GUDANG
WORLD KITE FESTIVAL
An internationally acclaimed event that has been hosted
since 1995, the Pasir Gudang World Kite Festival attracts
hundreds of thousands of visitors and kiting enthusiasts
from all over the world. Taking place in the state of
Johor, the festival promises thrill and a fun filled time
with its colourful and creative showcase of kites by locals
and participants from all over the world.
www.kitefestpasirgudang.com
SINGAPORE
14-19
Feb 2012
A world of adventure and
new experiences await you
when you fly with Royal Brunei
Airlines. Make your trip even
more memorable with free
flights, seat upgrades and
other privileges when you
become a member of
Royal Skies, our frequent
flyer programme.
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SINGAPORE AIRSHOW
The Singapore Airshow is among the world’s Top 3 aviation
events. While it serves as a global marketplace and
networking powerhouse for the world’s aviation community,
the Singapore Airshow is not all business and no play. Held
at the Changi Exhibition Centre, it will be open to the public
from 18 to 19 February where aviation enthusiasts, both
young and old, can enjoy masterful aerobatic flying displays,
numerous exhibits and fairground attractions.
www.singaporeairshow.com
UNITED KINGDOM
13-15
Jan
THE FRANCE SHOW 2012
THAILAND
20-27
Are you a Francophile? Then, the France Show is an event you do
not want to miss. Held at Earls Court, the France Show is a great
way to sample the many aspects of life in France. There will be a
lively French market selling fresh produce, food stalls and cooking
demonstrations that will satisfy any food lover. There will also be
talks on buying property, holiday ideas and enlightening talks for
anyone interested in moving to the country. All in all, it makes for
a fun day out without having to travel to France itself!
Jan
THE 9th WORLD FILM
FESTIVAL OF BANGKOK
www.thefranceshow.com
Film fans should not miss the World
Film Festival of Bangkok. Each year,
the organisers bring more than 80
international films to be screened,
including non-mainstream films, short
films, experimental films, documentaries
and animation productions from the
European Union Film Festival, Latin
America, Asia and South-East Asia. Apart
from film screenings, the festival also
features talks by directors and actors,
and other fringe activities.
www.worldfilmbkk.com
HONG KONG
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Jan
AUSTRALIA
21-29
Jan
Feb
CHINESE
NEW YEAR 2012
Join in the celebration
s as Hong Kong ushers
in the Year
of the Dragon. Celebr
ated nationwide, the
focus of the
festivities will take pla
ce in Tsim Sha Tsui, wit
h a magnificent
New Year’s Night Par
ade, a stunning harbo
urside fireworks
display, followed by a
day of exciting horse
racing. The vibrant
atmosphere of the city
and the never-ending
festivities make
Hong Kong the place
to celebrate Chinese
New Year in style!
www.discoverhongkon
g.com
FESTIVAL OF SAILS
First held in 1844, the Festival of Sails is Victoria’s oldest ongoing
sporting event, and the largest annual keel boat regatta in the
Southern Hemisphere. This 8-day event consistently attracts the
highest calibre of boats and competitors. The highlights include the
historic Melbourne to Geelong passage race, which sees over 300
boats at a mass start off St Kilda Beach, taking place on Australia
Day. For those not competing on-water, there is plenty of shoreside
excitement taking place, especially at Geelong Waterfront.
festivalofsails.com.au
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Welcome Onboard
Selamat Datang
Selamat Datang means
‘Welcome’ in Malay, and
your seamless Royal Brunei
Airlines journey begins here.
Business Class
In June 2010, the airline introduced its B777
Business Class cabins. Ergonomically designed
to offer a unique relaxing space, the Business
Class seat deploys into an angled full length
flat-bed which, along with a plush duvet and a
larger pillow, to offer peaceful sleep. Each seat
comes equipped with in-seat power connector
and a 10.4-inch personal TV.
Economy Class Comfort
Economy Class offers seats with a 32-inch
pitch, and ‘winglet’ headrests for improved
neck comfort. Onboard our 777 aircraft, the
seatback-mounted personal screen provides
on-going entertainment including video and
audio on-demand choices. All Royal Brunei
passengers enjoy the same caring service
from our ASEAN flight attendants, along with
skillfully prepared meals and a wide range of
inflight entertainment options to choose from.
SkyShow Inflight Entertainment
Royal Brunei’s SkyShow Entertainment system
gives passengers a number of entertainment
options throughout their flight. A library of hit
movies, classic Hollywood films and TV and
audio programmes for all ages are available
onboard. Refer to the SkyShow entertainment
guide booklet located in the seat pocket
in front of you for the list of movies, TV
and audio programmes. The sockets for
earphones and channel/volume remote control
are located in your seat armrest. Seatbackmounted personal screens are only available
on our Boeing 777s and on selected routes.
Elsewhere, passengers can avail our service,
sit back and relax with our overhead movie
screens. For more information, please contact
your nearest Royal Brunei Airlines office.
Flying High
As Brunei Darussalam’s National
Carrier, Royal Brunei Airlines
serves not only as the coming of
age of this tiny Sultanate, but
today cements itself as a serious
competitor in the region.
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Cuisine
Everything we serve has been carefully chosen
for freshness and flavour. In fact, there’s
nothing you can’t enjoy even when dining at
35,000 feet. Our award winning menu has
been meticulously created by our Royal Brunei
Catering chefs, combining both Western and
Oriental flavours using the best seasonal and
fresh produce available.
For our Business Class passengers on longhaul flights, you can now select your desired
meal times. Our ‘Dine upon Request’ service
is available throughout the flight up until
90 minutes before landing. Passengers on
all classes also enjoy our ‘Food Fit to Fly by’
service menu that features healthier and
lighter meal options, complemented by our
award-winning cabin service from our crew.
Alcohol-free Environment Policy
Royal Brunei Airlines operates alcohol-free
flights to all destinations.
1970s
1980s
• The maiden Royal Brunei Airlines
flight to Singapore left Bandar Seri
Begawan on a Boeing 737-200 on
14 May, 1975.
• RBA added a Boeing 737, the quick change
convertible aircraft, to its fleet. This aircraft
allowed for either an all-passenger or an all-cargo
configuration, or a combination of both.
• Two Boeing 737 aircraft were put
into service flying five times a week to
Singapore, two times to Hong Kong,
and seven times to Kota Kinabalu.
• RBA accepted the delivery of its Boeing 757 aircraft
that featured a redesigned livery combining Brunei’s
traditional Royal colours on 16 May, 1986.
• Services to Bangkok and Manila
were added.
Special Meals
Royal Brunei offers a variety of tasty culinary
solutions to suit our passengers’ special dietary
requirements. Special meals can be ordered
when you make your reservation; please
confirm your request at least 24 hours before
boarding your flight.
Hand Luggage
For your safety and comfort, you may store
your hand luggage in the overhead lockers
or under the seat in front of you. Please
do not hesitate to ask our cabin crew for
help in stowing your luggage properly. Be
careful when opening the overhead luggage
compartments, as items dislodged by
aircraft movement may fall on you or fellow
passengers.
Liquids, Aerosols and Gels (LAG)
Various countries have implemented
restrictions on the carriage of liquids, aerosols
and gels in compliance with new guidelines set
by the International Civil Aviation Organization
(ICAO). Passengers transiting through airports
and carrying any liquids, pastes and gels
in containers over 100ml may be asked to
dispose of the items at security checkpoints.
These restrictions may affect your ability to
carry duty-free purchases onboard the aircraft.
Customers are advised to check with duty free
personnel before making their purchases. All
liquids, aerosols and gels must be carried in
containers of no greater than 100ml/3.3oz
capacity (approximately 100gm in weight)
and placed in a transparent, resealable plastic
bag. The plastic bag must be removed from
carry on baggage and presented to security
personnel at the checkpoint for inspection and
separate x-ray screening.
Exceptions to the new regulations are
medicines and dietary supplements needed
during a flight, including baby food. Proof of
need may be required.
Use of Electronic Equipment
Mobile phones cannot be used at any time
during the flight. They should be switched
off as soon as the cabin crew makes the
announcement. Other electronic devices
included in this list are: Citizen’s band (CB)
radio, remote-controlled devices (such as
radio-controlled toys), and transmitting devices
that emit radio frequencies. These devices
may interfere with the aircraft’s electronic
equipment, compromising aircraft safety and
endangering the lives of passengers and crew.
1990s
2000s
• RBA took delivery of the first of three leased Boeing 767-200ER
aircraft in June 1990 and set a long distance world record for
twin-engine commercial airlines.
• RBA took delivery of two new Airbus A319
aircraft in August and September 2003.
• Direct services to Shanghai were relaunched in March 2010.
• Two more Airbus A320s were delivered in
December 2003 and January 2004.
• RBA’s newly-leased Boeing 777-200ER
aircraft took off on its first commercial flight
from Bandar Seri Begawan to London via
Dubai in June 2010.
• The delivery of Boeing 767-200ER aircraft enabled RBA’s route to
extend to London Gatwick in November 1990.
• Twice-weekly flights to London Heathrow began in May 1991.
The route became a daily service on 1 December, 1996.
• RBA employed the use of a Fokker 50 aircraft to service Miri and
Labuan in Malaysia, two destinations that were significant to the
growth of Brunei’s oil and gas industry.
• In January 2010, RBA introduced Royal
Brunei Holidays, a revamp of its Golden
Touch Holidays, which offers passengers
value-for-money holiday packages available
locally and abroad.
• RBA commenced four-times weekly flights
to Melbourne, Australia in March 2011.
• The opportunity to expand regional connections saw RBA
establishing a service to Surabaya, Indonesia in 1997.
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Welcome Onboard
The following devices may be used on board,
except during take-off, initial climb, approach
and landing: Personal computers, FM receivers,
calculators, electronic shavers, audio and video
recorders, hand-held computer games, and
playback devices.
Non-smoking Policy
Royal Brunei Airlines operates non-smoking
flights to all destinations.
Reconfirmation
Reconfirmation is not required except for
passengers travelling to and from the Middle
East. Please reconfirm your departure flight at
least 72 hours in advance with the local Royal
Brunei Airlines office or your travel agent.
Failure to do so could result in the cancellation
of your reservations.
Online Booking
Fly through the airport. You can now book
online at www.bruneiair.com, check in online
and print your own electronic ticket (e-ticket).
Online check in is available 24 hours before
flight departure and closes 60 minutes before
departure time.
Check In
Check in counters at the Brunei International
Airport are open three hours before flight
departure. Passengers are advised to check in
at least two hours before departure to allow
for security and baggage checks. Check in
counters will be closed 45 minutes before
departure, after which no boarding passes will
be issued. Royal Brunei Airlines also advises
its passengers to reach the boarding gate 20
minutes before the flight departs to avoid
missing their flights.
Transit Tour Programme
A complimentary transit programme is
available for transit passengers arriving on
long-haul flights from London and Melbourne
and transiting in Brunei International Airport
for more than four hours.
Passengers wishing to join the tours can do
so by completing the Immigration Arrival
forms distributed inflight by RBA’s cabin crew
for entry clearance intro Brunei Darussalam.
Upon arrival, please contact our ground
staff at the transfer desk to register for the
transit programme. Please be advised that
seats are limited and RBA may not be able to
accommodate all requests.
Passenger Comments
Your comments and suggestions will help
us enhance our services. Please e-mail us at:
[email protected]
Brunei International Airport
Brunei International Airport’s computerised
passenger and cargo handling facilities can
handle 1.5 million passengers and 50,000
tonnes of cargo a year and the airport is
currently being expanded for traffic growth.
Among the facilities offered at the airport
are a prayer room, telephones and internet
services, restaurants, a viewing gallery and day
rooms for transit passengers who want to rest
or freshen up before flying.
WARNING!
For customers’ comfort and convenience,
Royal Brunei Airlines’ Service Centre and
SkyLounge are both located on the departure
level. The former is a one stop centre providing
services such as reservations, ticketing and
booking of tour packages. Customers who
book online can get their tickets here before
departure. Royal Skies members may also
redeem their miles here.
The trafficking and illegal import of controlled drugs are very serious
offences in Brunei Darussalam. The penalty for such offences is DEATH.
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AMARAN!
For Royal Brunei’s Business Class passengers
and Royal Skies’ Gold and Silver members,
the SkyLounge boasts plush seating for 120
people. Complimentary massage chairs,
shower rooms, ablution areas, and widescreen
plasma televisions are also available.
Duty-free shops offer consumer goods at
competitive prices. There are several outlets,
including a money changer, at the main
departure/transit hall. On sale are portable
electrical goods with international warranties,
designer goods, perfumes and confectionery.
Mengedar dan membawa masuk dadah terkawal secara haram adalah
kesalahan yang amat berat di Negara Brunei Darussalam. Kesalahan
sedemikian membawa hukuman MATI.
lder roll
Staying Fit
At Royal Brunei Airlines, your health, safety and comfort is of prime importance to us. For your
neck
roll back
shoulder
neck roll
roll rotation upper
ankle
rotation
shoulder
roll
trunkroll
ankle
flexknee
rotation
flex
knee lift
footback
flex
footupper
flex
shoulder
roll
ankle
trunk
neck
lift
flex flex
general well-being onboard our flights,
we
would
recommend
the basic inflight
exercises.
upper backneck
flex rolltrunk flex
ankle
knee
lift rotation
upper back
flex
Ankle circles
While seated, raise one foot
and draw a circle with your
toes. Rotate clockwise for
15 seconds and repeat the
same counterclockwise.
Repeat with the other foot.
You can do one foot at a
time or both simultaneously.
Knee lifts
Lift and hug your knee
to your chest as close
as you can. Hold for
15 seconds. Alternate
knee. Repeat 10-15
times for each knee.
Shoulder roll
Relax shoulders then
hunch them forward.
Rotate gently 10-15
times.
Neck roll
With shoulders relaxed,
drop ear to shoulder
and gently roll neck
forward and back,
holding each position
about five seconds.
Repeat five times.
Upper back flex
Stretch hands forward,
then pull back slowly
as far as possible.
Repeat 10-15 times.
Trunk flex
With both feet on the floor
and stomach held in, slowly
bend forward and walk your
hands down the front of your
legs toward your ankles. Hold
stretch for 15 seconds and
slowly sit back up.
TRAVELLER’S GUIDE Brunei Visitor Information
Visas* Austrian, German, Malaysian,
Singaporean, British nationals with the right
of abode in the United Kingdom,
The Netherlands and New Zealand nationals
are exempted from the requirement to
obtain a visa for visits not exceeding 30 days.
American passport holders can enter Brunei
Darussalam for three months without visas.
For nationals of Belgium, Canada, Denmark,
France, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg,
Republic of Maldives, Norway, Oman, The
Philippines, South Korea, Spain, Sweden,
Switzerland, Thailand and The Principality of
Liechtenstein — visas are waived for 14-day
visits. Nationals of Australia are issued visas on
arrival at the Brunei International Airport for
visits not exceeding 30 days.
All other visitors entering Brunei
Darussalam must have visas obtainable
from any Brunei Darussalam diplomatic
mission abroad. These visas are normally
issued for a two-week stay but can be
renewed in Brunei. Visitors must hold
onward tickets and sufficient funds to
support themselves while in the country.
N.B. For more details, please contact your
nearest Brunei Embassy or diplomatic
representative.
Currency Bearer Negotiation Instrument
Declaration Passengers entering or leaving
Brunei who carry physical currency or
bearer negotiable instruments valued at
BND15,000 or more are required to complete
a declaration form and submit it to a customs
officer (if arriving in Brunei) or an immigration
officer (if departing Brunei).
Duty-free Allowance* The import of the
following products is subject to restrictions
imposed by Brunei’s Customs and Excise
Department.
Cigarettes: Passengers will be charged duty
on cigarettes of $0.25 tax per stick, equal
to $5 per pack of 20 sticks of cigarette,
and $50 for one carton of 10 packs.
Other tobacco products - Import duty
on other tobacco products has increased
significantly. Passengers will be charged
duty for the import of tobacco products.
Alcohol: Non-Muslim passengers may bring
in two bottles of liquor plus 12 cans of
beer for personal consumption only; and a
reasonable quantity of perfumes.
Transportation The airport is about 11km
from the capital. Taxis, car rentals and
buses are available.
Currency The Brunei dollar is on a par with
the Singapore dollar, which is also accepted in
Brunei. Banks, hotels and many department
stores will cash traveller’s cheques.
Language Malay is the official language
but English is widely used. Other languages
include Chinese and its dialect variants and
other indigenous dialects. Although the
official religion is Islam, other faiths including
Christianity and Buddhism are practised.
Clothing Light clothing is advisable as
the climate is generally warm and humid.
Women are requested to dress modestly in
keeping with local customs.
Health Doctors provide private medical
services for a nominal charge. There are a
number of state health clinics and hospitals.
Credit Cards Hotels, department stores and
other major establishments generally accept
all internationally known credit cards.
Tipping Optional. Some hotels add a 10
per cent service charge to their room rates.
Telephones Overseas calls can be made
from hotel rooms through the operator, or
via international direct dialling (IDD). There
are also coin and phonecard operated
public telephones.
Utilities Power supply is 220 - 240v,
50 cycles. The PAL and NTSC systems
are used by local television. Tap water is
generally safe to drink although some take
the precaution of boiling it.
Media Radio Television Brunei has nightly
news bulletins and a range of popular
entertainment in both English and Malay.
Cable network and Malaysian television
programmes can also be received. There
are three local daily newspapers namely:
Borneo Bulletin (English), The Brunei Times
(English) and Media Permata (Malay). Other
regional and international publications are
also available at newstands.
Food For the adventurous, the food stalls
offer Malay favourites, such as satay
(barbecued meat on a skewer) and local
dishes prepared with curry or coconut milk.
Chinese, European and Indian cuisines are
also available.
Hotels Accommodation in the capital
ranges from international standard to
middle range hotels. Service apartments
are also available at reasonable rates.
Shopping Department stores and shops
offer goods ranging from cosmetics and
stereos to local handicrafts such as the
keris (an ornamental dagger), miniature
brass cannons, and kain tenunan, a cloth
woven with gold or silver threads.
Festivals and Celebrations National Day,
23 February, Hari Raya, the end of the
Muslim fasting month, and His Majesty
The Sultan’s birthday, 15 July. Other public
holidays include Chinese Lunar New Year
and Christmas.
Customs and Courtesy
• In mosques, visitors should remove
their shoes and should not pass in front
of people at prayer. A woman should
ensure that her head, knees and arms
are covered before entering mosques.
Robes are provided at the entrance to
the mosque.
• A Bruneian shakes hands lightly and
brings his hands to his chest. Members of
the opposite sex do not shake hands.
• It is impolite to point with the index
finger (use the right thumb instead) or
to beckon someone with fingers and
palm facing upwards. Instead the whole
hand should be waved with palm facing
downwards. The right fist should never
be smacked into the left palm.
• Gifts, particularly food, are passed with
the right hand.
* The visa and duty-free allowances are provided as a guideline and may change without notice.
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Welcome Onboard
Route Map & Destinations Guide
Australia
MELBOURNE (MEL)
TULLAMARINE International Airport
Airport-City 22 kms
Approx. Fare from Airport to City
•Bus AUD16 • Taxi AUD85
Airport Tax AUD38
Currency Australian Dollar (AUD)
Language English
GMT +10
RBA Office
Level 10, 45 William Street,
Melbourne, VIC 3000
T: (613) 8651 1000
T: Toll Free Aust wide 1300 721271
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Muhibah
Brunei
Darussalam
Bandar Seri Begawan
(BWN)
Brunei International Airport
Airport-City 8 kms
•Bus BND1 • Taxi BND25
Airport Tax BND12, BKI: BND5
Currency Brunei Dollar (BND)
Language Malay, Mandarin, Hokkien,
English
GMT +8
RBA Office
RBA Plaza, Jalan Sultan
Bandar Seri Begawan BS 8811
T: (673) 2212 222, 2240 500
F: (673) 2244 737
CHINA
Hong Kong (HKG)
Chek Lap Kok Airport
Airport-City 32 kms
• Taxi Kowloon HKD300, Hong Kong HKD400
Airport Tax HKD120
Currency Hong Kong Dollar (HKD)
Language Cantonese, Mandarin, English
GMT +8
General Sales Agent
Pacific Aviation Marketing (HK) Ltd
Rm 2505 Caroline Centre
28 Yun Ping Road.
T: (852) 3180 3232
F: (852) 2926 2041
Shanghai (PVG)
Pudong International Airport
Airport-City 35 kms
•Bus CNY50 • Taxi CNY160
Airport Tax CNY90
Currency Chinese Yuan (CNY)
Language C
hinese (dialects include
Mandarin, Shanghainese)
GMT +8
Passenger Sales Agent
Beijing Longway International
Room 0, 22nd Floor, Zhiyuan Building
No.768 Xietu Road, Luwan District
Shanghai, China
Post code:200023
T: +86 2153027288
F: +86 2163047686
Indonesia
Jakarta (JKT)
Soekarno-Hatta International
Airport
Airport-City 50 kms
•Bus IDR7,000 • Taxi IDR150,000
Airport Tax IDR150,000
Currency Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
Language Bahasa Indonesia, English
GMT +7
RBA Office
World Trade Centre, 11th Flr
Jln Jenderal, Sudirman, Kav. 29-31
Jakarta 12920
T: (62) 21 5211 842-6/784
Surabaya (SUB)
Juanda International Airport
Airport-City 17 kms
• Taxi IDR29,500
Airport Tax IDR150,000
Currency Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
Language B
ahasa Indonesia, English,
Madurese
GMT +7
General Sales Agent
PT. Surya Nayagatama
Plaza BRI, 6th Floor Suite 611
Jl. Jend. Basuki Rachmat No.122
Surabaya 60271
T: (62) 31548 1819
Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International
Airport
Airport-City 80 kms
• Bus Luxury RM25 • Taxi Budget MYR7080, Limo MYR100-120
Airport Tax MYR51
Currency Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)
Language M
alay, English, Cantonese, Tamil,
Mandarin
GMT +8
RBA Office
Lot 25, 1st Floor,
UBN Tower (Shangri-la Shopping Arcade)
P.O. Box 99, Jln P. Ramlee
50250 Kuala Lumpur
T: (603) 2070 7166, 2070 6628
F: (603) 2070 6899
Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Kota Kinabalu International
Airport
Airport-City 8.5 kms
• Taxi MYR13.50
Airport Tax M
YR26 To/Transit via Brunei:
MYR20
Currency Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)
Language Malay, Mandarin, English
GMT +8
RBA Office
Lot BG - 3B Ground Floor, Block B
Komplex KWSP, Jalan Karamunsing
8000 Kota Kinabalu Sabah
T: (60) 88 242 193/6
Philippines
Manila (MNL)
Ninoy Aquino International
Airport
Airport-City 9 kms
•Bus PhP13 • Taxi PhP120
Airport Tax PhP750
Currency Philippine Peso (PhP)
Language Tagalog, English
GMT +8
General Sales Agent
Global Air Services Corporation
G/F SGV II Bldg, 6758 Ayala Ave
Makati City, The Philippines 1200
T: (632) 864-0801 to 05
F: (632) 891-0435
Saudi Arabia
Jeddah (JED)
King Abdul Aziz International
Airport
Airport-City 2
5 kms (from North Terminal);
15 kms (from South Terminal)
• Taxi SAR50
Airport Tax SAR50 except Haj & Umrah
pax, diplomats and escorts for
human remains
Currency Saudi Arabian Riyal (SAR)
Language Arabic, English, French
GMT +3
General Sales Agent
Elaf Aviation
Al Nakheel Centre, Madina Road
Jeddah 21414
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
T: (9662) 6657143 / 6612679 / 6657908
Thailand
Bangkok (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Airport-City 2
5 kms
•Bus BHT150 • Taxi BHT200-250
Airport Tax BHT700
Currency Baht (BHT)
Language Thai, English
GMT +7
RBA Office
968, U Chu Liang Building, 17th Floor
Rama IV Road, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500
T: (66) 2 6375 151
Singapore
Singapore (SIN)
Changi International Airport
Airport-City 20 kms
•Bus SGD1.40 • Taxi SGD18
Airport Tax SGD21
Currency Singapore Dollar (SGD)
Language Malay, English, Mandarin, Tamil
GMT +8
RBA Office
81 Clemenceau Avenue, #03-13
UE Square Shopping Mall
Singapore 239917
T: (65) 6235 4672
United
Arab EmirateS
Dubai (DXB)
Dubai International Airport
Airport-City 4 kms
• Taxi AED20 + 50 fils for every 500m
Airport Tax AED30
Currency Dirham (AED)
Language Arabic, English
GMT +4
RBA Office
Ground Floor Shop No.5
Bu Haleeba Lamcy Building
319 Community
6B Street, Oud Metha Road, Bur Dubai
T: (971) 4334 4884/686
F: (971) 4334 4585
United Kingdom
London (LHR)
Heathrow Airport
Airport-City 35 kms
•Bus GBP7 • Taxi GBP40
Airport Tax F & J Class Pax: GBP80;
Y Class Pax: GBP40;
PSC: GBP9
Currency Pound Sterling (GBP)
Language English
GMT +0
RBA Office
49 Cromwell Road, London SW7 2ED
England, United Kingdom
T: (44) 207 584 6660
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Welcome Onboard
Abode of Peace
Brunei Darussalam is a country rich in culture and heritage.
It is a small, peaceful, prosperous kingdom on the northern
shore of the ecologically-rich island of Borneo. Come and
discover Brunei, a Kingdom of Unexpected Treasures.
Capital Attractions
Small in size but big in attractions,
Brunei’s capital has lots to offer.
Brunei-Muara
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The Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien
Mosque
Brunei is arguably best known today as an oil producing
country. The nation became independent in 1984 and,
thanks to its large reserves of oil and gas, now has one of the
highest standards of living in the world. Its population is just
over 370,000, made up of two-thirds ethnic Malay, with the
remainder being Chinese, Indian and other indigenous groups.
Brunei Darussalam’s iconic landmark,
the mosque was completed in 1958
and is named after the 28th Sultan,
the late Sultan Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien,
who is referred to as the Architect of
Modern Brunei.
The Sultanate has four districts: Brunei-Muara (which includes
the capital Bandar Seri Begawan), Temburong, Tutong and
Belait. ‘Darussalam’, the Arabic word for ‘Abode of Peace’
describes Brunei’s Islamic history that dates back some 1,500
years. Today, Brunei remains the world’s only Malay Islamic
Monarchy with an unbroken royal lineage that has ruled the
nation for the past 600 years.
Istana Nurul Iman
The official residence of His Majesty
Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah
Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, Sultan and
Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam.
Although not open to public, except
during Hari Raya Aidil Fitri, its golden
domes and vaulted roof can be viewed
from Kampong Ayer.
Muslim Prayer Times in Brunei Darussalam
January 2012
Safar 1433 / Rabiulawal 1433
Date
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Imsak
4.55
4.56
4.56
4.57
4.57
4.58
4.58
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4.59
5.00
5.00
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5.04
5.04
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5.06
5.06
5.06
Subuh
5.05
5.06
5.06
5.07
5.07
5.08
5.08
5.08
5.09
5.09
5.10
5.10
5.11
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5.14
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5.14
5.15
5.15
5.15
5.15
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5.16
5.16
5.16
Syuruk
6.28
6.28
6.28
6.29
6.29
6.30
6.30
6.30
6.31
6.31
6.32
6.32
6.32
6.33
6.33
6.33
6.33
6.34
6.34
6.34
6.34
6.35
6.35
6.35
6.35
6.35
6.35
6.35
6.36
6.36
6.36
Doha
6.53
6.53
6.54
6.54
6.54
6.55
6.55
6.56
6.56
6.56
6.57
6.57
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6.59
6.59
6.59
6.59
6.59
7.00
7.00
7.00
7.00
7.00
7.00
7.00
7.00
Zohor
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12.25 12.25 12.26 12.26 12.27 12.27 12.28 12.28 12.29 12.29 12.29 12.30 12.30 12.31 12.31 12.31 12.32 12.32 12.32 12.33 12.33 12.33 12.33 12.34 12.34 12.34 12.34 12.35 12.35 12.35 12.35
Asar
3.47
3.47
3.48
3.48
3.49
3.49
3.49
3.50
3.50
3.51
3.51
3.52
3.52
3.52
3.53
3.53
3.53
3.54
3.54
3.54
3.55
3.55
3.55
3.55
3.55
3.56
3.56
3.56
3.56
3.56
3.56
Maghrib
6.19
6.20
6.20
6.21
6.21
6.22
6.22
6.23
6.23
6.24
6.24
6.24
6.25
6.25
6.26
6.26
6.27
6.27
6.27
6.28
6.28
6.29
6.29
6.29
6.30
6.30
6.30
6.31
6.31
6.31
6.31
Isyak
7.34
7.34
7.35
7.35
7.36
7.36
7.36
7.37
7.37
7.38
7.38
7.38
7.39
7.39
7.40
7.40
7.40
7.40
7.41
7.41
7.41
7.42
7.42
7.42
7.42
7.43
7.43
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7.43
7.43
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Muhibah
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The Royal Regalia
Building
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Tamu Kianggeh
Tutong
The Tamu, or open air market, on
the banks of the Kianggeh River is a
popular local market for traditional
dishes, fruits, vegetables, flowers and
handicrafts.
The museum is home to a collection
of royal regalia, including the royal
chariot, gold and silver ceremonial
armoury, the jewel encrusted crowns
used during the coronation and a
replica of the throne, which is used by
the Sultan on state occasions..
Kampong Ayer
Tasek Merimbun
Brunei’s largest lake that curves in an
‘S’ has an island in the centre accessible
via a wooden walkway and various
facilities for picnics and recreation.
Belait
The world’s largest water village that
is home to more than 30,000 people
living on unique wooden houses on
stilts over the Brunei River.
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Lapau and Dewan Majlis
The Royal Ceremonial Hall features
an exquisite golden dome and hosts
all of the Sultanate’s traditional royal
ceremonies.
Oil & Gas Discovery
Centre
An ‘edutainment’ facility, this
interactive science centre aims to make
science exciting and accessible to all
with more than 100 hands-on exhibits
in themed areas to explore.
Off the Beaten Track
Temburong
The Sultan Haji
Hassanal Bolkiah
Foundation Complex
Ulu Temburong
National Park
Explore Brunei’s lush virgin forest
through lofty canopy walkways, scenic
hiking trails and a thrilling river ride to
the park on the Temburong River.
The capital’s most popular shopping
venues, it combines both traditional
Malay and modern architecture.
For more information on Brunei, email:
[email protected]
Images: David Kirkland/Brunei Tourism
February 2012
Rabiulawal 1433 / Rabiulakhir 1433
Date
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Imsak
5.06
5.07
5.07
5.07
5.07
5.07
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5.07
5.07
5.07
5.07
5.07
5.07
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5.07
5.07
5.07
5.07
5.07
5.06
5.06
5.06
5.06
5.06
5.06
5.05
5.05
Subuh
5.16
5.17
5.17
5.17
5.17
5.17
5.17
5.17
5.17
5.17
5.17
5.17
5.17
5.17
5.17
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5.17
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5.17
5.17
5.17
5.16
5.16
5.16
5.16
5.16
5.16
5.15
5.15
Syuruk
6.36
6.36
6.36
6.36
6.36
6.36
6.36
6.36
6.36
6.36
6.36
6.35
6.35
6.35
6.35
6.35
6.35
6.34
6.34
6.34
6.34
6.34
6.33
6.33
6.33
6.33
6.32
6.32
6.32
Doha
7.00
7.00
7.00
7.00
7.00
7.00
7.00
7.00
7.00
7.00
6.59
6.59
6.59
6.59
6.59
6.59
6.58
6.58
6.58
6.58
6.57
6.57
6.57
6.57
6.56
6.56
6.56
6.55
6.55
Zohor
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Asar
3.56
3.56
3.57
3.57
3.57
3.57
3.56
3.56
3.56
3.56
3.56
3.56
3.56
3.56
3.55
3.55
3.55
3.55
3.54
3.54
3.54
3.53
3.53
3.53
3.52
3.52
3.51
3.51
3.51
Maghrib
6.32
6.32
6.32
6.32
6.32
6.33
6.33
6.33
6.33
6.33
6.33
6.34
6.34
6.34
6.34
6.34
6.34
6.34
6.34
6.34
6.34
6.34
6.34
6.34
6.34
6.34
6.34
6.34
6.34
Isyak
7.44
7.44
7.44
7.44
7.44
7.44
7.44
7.44
7.44
7.44
7.44
7.44
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Excitement and Flair
Captivate, Innovate and Motivate. These emotions ignite
one’s desire to be drawn into a moment that has no
time, no ending and endless possibilities … a sensational
experience.
At S-Team Solutions, we see event management more
than just a function. We see an event as an opportunity to
showcase our client through a creative and well-planned
process. Every aspect of designing a successful event is
masterfully planned with the goal of creating a lasting
memory. S-Team Solutions helps our clients achieve this
through our full-service event management.
Our background as professional athletes set us apart
from other companies through our teamwork style of
management. This unique approach allows us to plan
events that are creative and dynamic.
Our uncompromising commitment to the highest level of
professional and ethical standards is the soul of our event
planning business. It is this foundation that enables S-Team
Solutions to take your event from vision to reality.
In 2012, S-Team Solutions will be organising various
creative events to cater to the growing needs of the nation.
Beginning from January 2012, The Bru Xpo (International
Expo) Volume 2 will be held at The National Indoor
Stadium, Berakas, Brunei Darussalam.
You probably noticed that green is everywhere these days:
In the news, politics, fashion and even technology. March
2012 will be the month Green-Tech Expo 2012 will be
held, also at the National Indoor Stadium, Berakas, Brunei
Darussalam. Going Green is a healthier way of living.
In March 2012 too, we present to you the Lifestyle Expo
2012. In today’s modern living lifestyle changes are taking
place to cater to the needs of the population. People
are moving in time and not to be left behind. Lifestyle
is described as the way a person lives. The way we live
and stay reflect our identity and capability. International
Property Expo 2012 brings you a modern living expo. This
expo showcases properties that are modern and unique; an
investment opportunity locally and internationally.
Branding in this modern era is a must for a certain product
or services. Without the presence of branding, the product
will not be seen in the market. In order for your product
to stand out from the others the Franchise and Brand
Expo 2012 will be held in May 2012 at the National Indoor
Stadium, Berakas, Brunei Darussalam.
The International Expo (Bru Xpo 2012) will be back with
Volume 3in May 2012, with greater and exciting products
and services. Other expos in the pipeline include Motor
Tech, Rahmadhan Expo, Travel & Holiday Showcase, Dream
Wedding showcase, and many more.
Don’t miss out on any of these events and excitement. For
more information, call S-Team Solutions at +673 2345 999,
or visit us at www.s-teamonline.com.
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Inflight Magazine of Royal Brunei Airlines • January/February 2012
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Mataking Island, Malaysia
Voices From Beyond
Singapore
On The Hunt
Bangkok, Thailand
The Greatest
Outdoors
Cumbria & The Lake District,
United Kingdom
Sunny Days
Daylesford, Australia
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