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<pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 23:54:26 -0800</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Fiji Lauds Tanoa Hotels for Business Excellence, AAA Accreditation]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[VITI LEVU, Fiji Islands-A local hotel chain in the Fiji Islands, The Tanoa Group of Hotels, won the 2008 Commitment to Business Excellence Awards held in the resort island of Nadi in Viti Levu, Fiji. Tanoa, the largest locally owned chain of hotels in the Fiji Islands, adds the award to its 2008 achievements that include the 4-Star Accreditation it received in October from AAA Tourism, an international organization that sets the standard of hotel accommodations for hotels worldwide.Ratu Epeli, the Fijian Minister for Indigenous Affairs, feted the winning companies for advancing the quality of products and services that come from the Fiji Islands. &quot;Fiji companies have proved that they can be competitively ranked among the best in the world,&quot; he said. The Tanoa International Hotel, along with its sister hotel--the Tanoa Waterfront Hotel--received the award for the travel and leisure industry.The Tanoa International Hotel, a 4-Star business class hotel in Fiji's main island of Viti Levu, has been a pre-eminent hotel destination in Fiji for its international-standard facilities, conference centers, and guest service practices. Located in the heart of the resort town of Nadi, the Tanoa International Hotel is the first stop of guests coming from the nearby Nadi International Airport, providing the ideal jump-off point to the shopping areas, day cruise departure ports, and adventure tours available in Fiji Islands.The Tanoa International Hotel, a business class hotel in the resort island of Fiji, caters to diverse guests that include FITs, tourist groups, corporate travelers, transits, honeymooners, among others. The location of their hotel in Nadi likewise makes it a convenient stopover for Fiji guests on a South Pacific Tour.The Tanoa International Hotel belongs to the Tanoa Group of Hotels owned by the Reddy Group of Companies and is the highest-rated Tanoa hotel in Fiji by the AAA Tourism. The international body awarded the hotel with a 4-Star rating for its ability to provide world-class services to both business travelers and island vacationers.Tanoa International HotelVotualevu Road, Nadi, PO Box 9203Nadi Airport, Viti Levu, Fiji IslandsWebsite: www.tanoa-international-fiji.comTel No.: (679) 672 0277Fax No.: (679) 672 0191 <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Malaysia gears up for 4th New Year of 2008]]></title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2008 00:04:39 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Not many countries in Asia thrive on diversity as much as Malaysia. With its quaint mix of Chinese, Indian, Western, and Muslim heritage, Malaysia is a country rich in the colors of culture. And it is this multiplicity of traditions and races that make visitors in Malaysia feel like they are in four different countries.As the Muslim population of the country observes the holy month of Ramadan this September, it is hard not to wind up having a nationwide celebrations of the Muslim New Year or the Hari Raya, actually the 4th New Year of 2008 in Malaysia.The Hari Raya is a joyous occasion observed toward the end of Ramadan by Muslims and non-Muslims alike to celebrate the conclusion of the holy month of Syawal, which falls between September and October.Long-practiced traditions are observed in Malaysia during the Hari Raya, or Day of Celebrations. Households and hotels, restaurants, and malls offer Buka Puasa or Ramadan Buffet at the end of the day to break the fast.Specialty shops and stalls at the Golden Triangle in Kuala Lumpur, meanwhile, sell lemang (glutinous rice cooked in bamboo tubes), serunding (desiccated coconut fried with chili), and curry chicken.The buffet features special dishes and foods usually prepared only for this time of year. At the Zon Hotel in Kuala Lumpur a Buffet Sahur will be available in September from 6 to 10 in the evening. For RM35, guests at their hotel in Malaysia can avail of the kanak kanak buffet at the Terracotta Restaurant of the hotel.Also, the hotel in Kuala Lumpur of the Zon All Suites Residences will be raffling off duit raya or festivity money for its guests. From Sept. 1 to Oct. 31, guests have a chance to win RM1,000 cash. Duit raya is traditionally given to kids during the holy month of Ramadan as gift.Another can't-miss in Malaysia during the Hari Raya celebrations is shopping at the malls of big cities like Kuala Lumpur. At this time of year, the malls at the vicinity of the Golden Triangle and the Embassy Row hold great-bargain sales and promotions, as the premises are transformed with Muslim decors, fireworks, light display, and Selamat Hari Raya jingles.Because Hari Raya is a family-centered celebration like the West's New Year and Christmas or the Hindu's Deepavali Festival, expect the city of Kuala Lumpur to witness, for the fourth time this year, the influx of Malaysians and visitors from other parts of the world making a balik kampung or homecoming for the festivities.Of course, it will be a different New Year than the last.### <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Past is present in Malaysia 51 years after independence]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 22:37:09 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[PENANG, MALAYSIA-In the run up to Merdeka Day (Independence Day) on August 31, an unmistakable atmosphere of excitement and pride is palpable across Malaysia. It will now be 51 years since the country has declared independence from the British Commonwealth, and anticipation is infectious as the country wraps up the first year of its golden age.Formerly an agricultural country playing catch-up with its neighbors, Malaysia has flourished into a thriving hub of information technology. Malaysia is now among the most advanced countries in Asia and now bears the face of progress in the region.In the face of progress, however, Malaysia has been able to keep many aspects of its ancient identity. And it is this achievement of preserve its Old Country heritage amid modernity that Malaysia will celebrate on August 31 as it commemorates the nation's 51st Independence Day.  Deep-rooted industries, customs, and heritage sites in Malaysia stand side by side with progress and modern technology. Penang, an island-state on the northwest coast of the Strait of Malacca, is one such place in Malaysia where the heritage of the Old Country combines with the New World.Penang, Malaysia, is a predominantly resort island north of the capital Kuala Lumpur. It is well-known for its pre-war buildings, myriad religious temples, shopping centers, and tropical promenades and quays. On July 27 this year its capital city of Georgetown was added to the Unesco World Heritage Sites. The city of Georgetown has likewise been voted into the Top 10 livable cities in the region by Asiaweek.Because Georgetown is protected by Unesco and is considered an architectural gem, rent controls are well in place so that acquiring land and property is difficult. Hotels and other accommodation providers usually cater to short-term and long-term visitors alike.Penang hotels range from mid-size to five-star hotels and guests of budgets and itineraries can stay with relative ease in Georgetown, Penang. The Century Bay Service Suites in Georgetown, Penang, is one of the oft-visited hotels in the Malaysian resort island.Like the city of Georgetown, Malaysia, Century Bay combines to serene effect the rustic atmosphere of the Old Country with the technology-driven ethos of the New World. Rooms are plush and come complete with modern amenities, all for the price of a mid-size city hotel in Kuala Lumpur.Minutes away from Gurney Drive, Little India, Chinatown, and the Penang Airport, the hotel in Georgetown of Century Bay puts its guests near the festive flashpoints of the Merdeka Day celebrations. <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Tennis Top 3 Books Shanghai ATP Spots]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 02:50:40 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[The Big 3 of tennis has qualified for the 2008 Masters Cup in Shanghai, China, that will run from Nov. 9 to 16 at the Qi Zhong Stadium, ATP Tour director Brad Drewett said in a press conference.World No. 1 Roger Federer, 2008 Wimbledon champion Rafael Nadal, and Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic are the first of the eight qualifiers to earn a spot in the 2008 tennis finale.Defending champion Roger Federer will try to improve on his 4-1 Masters Cup record. Only three other players-Ilie Nastase, Ivan Lendl, and Pete Sampras-have won the circuit finale four or more times.But Federer's domination of the Masters Cup in recent years will likely be put to a test after the classic Wimbledon matchup he had with Nadal early in the year. Nadal, the World No. 2, has earned points dramatically this year not only to pose a threat to Federer's Masters Cup title, but to the World No. 1 ranking as well.&quot;It is wonderful to see these three great players, Rafa, Roger and Novak, qualify for the Tennis Masters Cup again. Shanghai 2008 is certain to be a thrilling finale as the battle for the year-end World No.1 ranking is the closest in years,&quot; Drewett said.Beginning in 2005, Shanghai has played host to the annual Masters Cup of the ATP Tour. Qi Zhong Stadium, located at 5500 Yuan Jiang Road, Minghan District, was built in the Minghan District of Shanghai especially for the ATP Masters Cup.Nearby districts in Shanghai like city center Huangpu links Minghan to the commercial hubs in China. Huangpu is also home to the 1920s-style Jin Jiang Pacific Hotel in Shanghai, China on Nanjing Road, an oft-visited hotel in Shanghai due to its European splendor and rich Chinese heritage.From the hotel in Shanghai Huangpu District, the Qi Zhong Stadium can be reached through the shuttle bus line that plies the city center, or through the subway system of the Shanghai Metro.### <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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