Iftar@KL 2017

PUTRAJAYA: Iftar@KL 2017, a breaking of fast programme to be held every Saturday and Sunday in Kuala Lumpur city centre throughout the month of Ramadan, is expected to lure approximately 100,000 local and foreign visitors, according to Deputy Tourism and Culture Minister Datuk Mas Ermieyati Samsudin.

Speaking at a press conference on the programme here today, she said Iftar@KL 2017 would be specifically held on June 3,4, 10, 11, 17 and 18 at around Jalan Raja and Dataran Merdeka.

She said two new activities would be introduced at the sixth edition of Iftar@KL this year, namely the Islamic tourism exhibition and the “Feed The Homeless” donation counter.

Mas Ermieyati said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Abdul Razak and his wife Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor are expected to join the programme on June 4.

“In 2015, the programme attracted 72,650 visitors, while in 2016, the number had increased to 82,600. Of the total, 16,520 were visitors from ASEAN member countries and also from South Korea, China, Japan, Spain, Germany, Netherlands, United States and France.

"Last year, the programme had also received a good review from foreign bloggers, especially from Jordan, China, Japan and France, who wrote about the breaking of fast event in a harmonious society in Malaysia,” she said.

Among the regular activities lined up for Iftar@KL this year are distribution of bubur lambuk (savoury porridge), Quran recital, tithe payment, Ramadan talk, Ramadan concert and moreh. — Bernama

ROAD CLOSURE ALONG PERSIARAN KLCC-JALAN BINJAI & REALIGNMENT OF PERSIARAN KLCC-JALAN LUMBA KUDA

Public Notice from MMC Gamuda KVMRT (T) SDN BHD

Road closure of Persiaran KLCC-Jalan Binjai will take effect between 1 October 2016 to December 2021; and

The realignment of Jalan Lumba Kuda will be implemented from 1 October 2016 to 28 February 2017.

This is to make way for the construction of the MRT KL East Station (KLE/KLCC East Station) located beneath Jalan Binjai, when completed.

More information on the project / underground works at:

http://www.mymrt.com.my/
http://mymrt-underground.com.my/
https://www.facebook.com/MRTMalaysia/
http://www.mymrt.com.my/…/…/mediarelease_download_000887.pdf

Report: Halal Foods is Most Important Factor for Travelling Muslims

According to Women Tribe website, by 2020, 14 percent of all international trips will be undertaken by Muslims who will outpace the global average when it comes to travel growth.

And given that 67 percent of respondents in a survey that polled close to 1,000 Muslims said that the availability of halal foods was the most important consideration when booking their holiday, tour operators and tourism offices may do well to ramp up Muslim-friendly services, suggest the authors of the report.

According to DinarStandard, which specializes in emerging Muslim markets, the travel industry would do well to respond to Muslim travel needs given that by 2020, growth will have reached nearly five percent compared to the global figure of 3.8 percent. 

Half of the respondents polled were from Asia, 22 percent from the Middle East and Asia, and 15 percent from the Americas. After halal food and cooking, the second most important factor for Muslim travelers was price, followed by a ‘Muslim-friendly’ atmosphere.

That could mean everything from prayer rooms to special services for the holy month of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr. The survey also showed that the preferred destinations among Muslim travelers are Malaysia, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates.

The results mirror those released earlier this year by Singapore-based Muslim travel consultancy group Crescentrating, which listed Malaysia, Egypt, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia as the world’s top Muslim-friendly holiday destinations.


Source: [http://womantribe.net/]

Regional Turmoil Prompts Saudis To Change Their Vacation Plans

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Local tourism experts predict that the political uprisings in Syria, Lebanon, Egypt and other Arab countries has had an impact on Saudis’ vacation choices. 

Europe and south-east Asia remain the destination of choice for many Saudi tourists in light of developments in the Middle East. 

According to local travel agencies, 20 percent of Saudi tourists prefer to spend the summer vacation in the Kingdom, as the month of Ramadan will begin tentatively Jul. 9, coinciding with the beginning of the school holidays. On the other hand, 30 percent of the Saudis who intend to travel this summer have chosen to visit Turkey. 

“This summer, we anticipate that Europe will witness a 20-percent increase in the number of Saudi tourists, while Arab countries will witness a sharp decline,” Mohammad Abdul Aziz, a manager at the Gulf for Travel and Tourism Agency, told Arab News.

“Malaysia and Singapore will also be attractive destinations for many Saudi tourists. Meanwhile, Turkey is expected to receive more than 30 percent of Saudi holidaymakers this year,” he added.

Nasser Al-Tayar, chairman of Al-Tayar for Travel and Tourism, affirmed that 5 million Saudis traveled outside the Kingdom during the summers of 2011 and 2012. 

“Since Ramadan happens to fall during the beginning of the summer season this year, almost 3 million Saudis will opt to remain in the Kingdom,” said Abdul Khaleq Radwan, an employee at a local travel agency. 

“During the summer of 2010, Egypt alone received more then 500,000 Saudis. This season is different, as initial surveys indicate a 60-percent drop in Saudi tourists traveling to Egypt due to fears about the political situation,” he added. 

Meanwhile, Sultan Abdullah, a marketing executive at a private company, said he had planned to spend his summer vacation in Egypt, but after the latest violence the country witnessed, he is no longer sure.

“I am hesitant; I love Egypt and used to frequently visit, but the recent events have left me wary. I am currently searching for alternative vacation spots. London is an option, as I have many friends living there,” he added. 

Alternatively, Mohammad Saeed views the present state of affairs in some Middle Eastern countries as a chance to travel somewhere new.

“I think this is a good chance to explore new countries. We have been accustomed to traveling to Egypt every summer. This year, I will opt perhaps for Malaysia instead.”

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Writer: IBRAHIM NAFFEE
Source: www.arabnews.com

Happy Federal Territory Day

2013 theme: Perpaduan Teras Kejayaan, 1Wilayah Persekutuan 

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Federal Territory Day or Hari Wilayah Persekutuan is a state holiday for Federal Territory in Malaysia.  

It is celebrated on 1st February every year in Kuala Lumpur, Labuan and Putrajaya. The date marks the anniversary of formation of the Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory in 1974, ceded by the state of Selangor to the federal government of Malaysia.

History

The Federal Territory Day was introduced on 1st February 1974, four days after the Federal Territory Agreement was signed on 28 January 1974 by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Tuanku Abdul Halim Muadzam Shah of Kedah and the Sultan of Selangor, Almarhum Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah. On 17 May 1984 Labuan became the second federal territory, and Putrajaya became the third federal territory on 1st February 2001.

The celebration, the ninth edition for the three Federal Territories namely Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Labuan carries the theme 'Solidarity is the Thrust for Prosperity for the Federal Territory'. This year's Federal Territory Day celebration will be launched at the Kuala Lumpur Football Stadium (KLFA Stadium) at Bandar Tun Razak on 2 February 2013.

 

Various events had been drawn up for the celebration;

• On February 2 - National Level Pesta Ponggal at the Dataran Merdeka 
• February 17 - "Kenduri 1Wilayah' held simultaneously for the first time at all 11 parliamentary constituencies in Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Labuan 
• March 1 - Royal Concert featuring top artistes such as Siti Nurhaliza, Dayang Nurfaizah and Jamal Abdillah will be staged at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre

Federal Territory residents will enjoy numerous offers and discounts (goodies);

• Traffic compounds issued by DBKL at the rate of RM30 from February 1 to February 28 
• Free use of DBKL sports facilities 
• RM1 charge for the 'Hop on Hop Off' bus ride on February 1

Members of the public who attend the event (Launching Ceremony) will have the opportunity to participate in a lucky draw and win a Myvi special edition car, Honda motorcycle, smartphones and many more.

Events details:

1. FT Day 2013 Launching Ceremony on 2nd Feb, from 7.30am until 10.30am at KL Football Stadium, Bandar Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur 
2. Opening Ceremony National Ponggal Festival 2013 on 2nd February 2013 from 7.30am until 10.30pm at Merdeka Square, Kuala Lumpur.  
3. "1 Federal Territories Feast" on 17th February 2013 from 7.00am until 2.00pm at all Federal Territories Parliament.  
4. Wow! Putrajaya Carnival 2013 from 28th February until 3rd March 2013 from 10.00am until 10.00pm at 1 Malaysia Square, Precint 2, Putrajaya
5. Closing Ceremony of FT Day 2013 on 23rd February 2013 from 7.30am until 10.00pm at Labuan Square, Labuan. 

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source: www.dbkl.gov.my

Malaysia Public Holiday 2013

Malaysia has countless cultural festivals and public holidays all year round. Make new adventures with our public holidays in 2013! Make use these public holiday dates for your next awesome trips, explore the lands or the city of Asia’s amazing. 

Holidays falling on the weekend, including on Sunday, are observed the following Monday.  

Note; Fridays and Saturdays are weekend in Kedah, Kelantan, and Terengganu states. If a public holiday in these states falls on Saturday, it’s observed on the following Sunday. 

Below is the calendar for Malaysia Public Holiday 2013. 

JANUARY 1 January Tuesday New Year All states except Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Perlis, Terengganu. 14 January Monday Yang Di-Pertuan Besar Negeri Sembilan. 15 January Tuesday Sultan of Kedah's Birthday Kedah. 24 January Thursday Prophet Muhammad's Birthday National 27 January Sunday Thaipusam Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, Johor, Negeri Sembilan, Perak, Penang, & Selangor. FEBRUARY 1 February Friday Federal Territory Day Kuala Lumpur, Labuan & Putrajaya. 10 February Sunday Chinese New Year National 11 February Monday Chinese New Year 2nd Day National 12 February Tuesday Chinese New Year Replacement Holiday All states except Kelantan and Terengganu. MARCH 4 March Monday Anniversary of Installation of Sultan of Terengganu. Terengganu. 29 March Friday Easter - Good Friday Sabah & Sarawak. APRIL 15 April Monday Declaration of Melaka as a Historical City Melaka. 19 April Friday Sultan of Perak's Birthday Perak. MAY 1 May Wednesday Labour Day National 7 May Tuesday Hari Hol Pahang Pahang. 17 May Friday Raja Perlis' Birthday Perlis. 24 May Friday Wesak Day National. 30 May Thursday Harvest Festival Sabah & Labuan. 31 May Friday Harvest Festival 2nd Day Sabah & Labuan. JUNE 1 June Saturday Agong's Birthday National 1 June Saturday Hari Gawai Sarawak. 2 June Sunday Hari Gawai 2nd Day Sarawak. 5 June Wednesday Israk & Mikraj Kedah, Negeri Sembilan & Perlis. JULY 7 July Sunday Georgetown World Heritage City Day Penang. 9 July Tuesday Awal Ramadan Johor, Kedah & Melaka. 14 July Sunday Penang Governor's Birthday Penang. 20 July Saturday Sultan of Terengganu's Birthday Terengganu. 26 July Friday Nuzul Al-Quran Kelantan, Pahang, Perak, Perlis, Penang, Selangor, Terengganu. AUGUST 8 August Thursday Hari Raya Puasa National 9 August Friday Hari Raya Puasa National 31 August Saturday National Day National SEPTEMBER 8 September Sunday Sarawak Governor's Birthday Sarawak. 16 September Monday Malaysia Day National OCTOBER 5 October Saturday Sabah Governor's Birthday Sabah. 13 October Sunday Melaka Governor's Birthday Melaka. 15 October Tuesday Hari Raya Haji National 16 October Wednesday Hari Raya Haji, 2nd Day Kedah, Kelantan, Perlis & Terengganu only 24 October Thursday Sultan of Pahang's Birthday Pahang. NOVEMBER 3 November Sunday Deepavali National except Sarawak. 4 November Monday Deepavali Replacement Holiday National except Sarawak. 5 November Tuesday Awal Muharram National 12 November Tuesday Sultan of Kelantan's Birthday Kelantan. 22 November Friday Sultan of Johor's Birthday Johor. DECEMBER 11 December Wednesday Sultan of Selangor's Birthday Selangor. 20 December Friday Hari Hol Almarhum Sultan Johor Johor 25 December Wednesday Christmas National