By: William Ching Wui Oon (Guest Blogger)

This article by William Ching Wui Oon extracted from: http://upperclass.wordpress.com/2010/06/16/

So after lunch we headed back on the road to our next destination – Apollo Bay, Victoria.

From where we left off, it took us another 4-5 hours of driving before we reach Apollo Bay. Reason behind this was we made pretty much plenty of stops at scenic spots along Great Ocean Road.

Our next stop was Hutt Gully, a scenic spot...

And off we continued to our destination, however while driving we came upon a sign that says turn left to “Lighthouse” and so we went deep into the woods (forest) areas. Well you might think why drive into the woods to get to a lighthouse? Well the lighthouse is located somewhere along the coast and since we were already in the forest areas we needed to drive to the coast and it has to go through the forest…and although it took us nearly 30 minutes to reach our destination, it was definitely worth it. You can breath the fresh green air surrounding you and the whole area just takes you’re breath away... just like that!

We had a wonderful time there and we decided there’s much more to see so... off we left and continue on to our destination. While walking back to our car, I spotted this nice area …

And the surrounding light house area looks like this…

Off we left … time seems to have pass quickly while we were driving to Apollo Bay! But the good part here was the weather was very good and driving long distances in great weather never gets tired. Unlike when driving back in Malaysia, an hour journey seems like forever.

And by the time we knew it... we were there! Voila!

Check in was brief and because we paid for the accommodation online so it was just key collection... and WOW the cottages were more like homes … beautiful homes with beautiful gardens and view! Check it out…

The fireplace ....keeps warm during the cold days.

The Kitchen.

The view from the cottage backyard... more like front yard.

Our Cottage!

The Cottage is just simply amazing... no words can describe how amazing this place really is!

And after that we just took a walk around the surrounding beaches and found a nice sweet spot called Marengo Beach...

and while we were exploring the area, we found out that the entire area is also known as the Great Ocean Walk...

and some more pics of our little cottage …

Ducks swimming in the lakeside.

Side view of the cottage.

Front view (Camry in Blue is our rented car)

Later in the day, we decided to take a drive around Apollo Bay and while driving we caught ourselves looking at what seems to be a Koala Bear hugging itself on the tree...

Then we continue driving and reach a place called Castle Cove. It’s another scenic spots with a different view...

And like many other scenic spots, each has its natural beauty...

the locals doing community service...

Beautiful Landscapes

And whilst heading towards Port Campbell, a place further away from Apollo Bay... we came across an exceptionally and different kind of gas station & snack out joint. Have a look:

The beautiful part about driving in Australia is being able to see the beautiful scenery Australia has to offer and also being able to breathe the fresh air and feel the cool winds on your skin. Remember the air in the city maybe nice, but the air on the out skirts is even better!

Green Green Grass...

and check out the photographer in action...

More beautiful scenery shots (all shots taken using Canon DSLR):

The above picture is where we were suppose to have our lunch but turns out we had to drive someplace else to find food (where in my cosmic brain I was only thinking about fuuuddd “food”) Its a restaurant without any servings and people.

As we drove, we took our very important stop in our destination leg which is The Twelve Apostles...

Here’s a map of where we are and where we live earlier and finally how far it is from Melbourne, Victoria:

Port Campbell

And our next destination is Loch & Gorge, another historical scenic spot...

and this is Loch and Gorge …

and for some historical lessons into why this place has a name and history to it. Read it “Two Survivors”:

Two Survivors

** If you can’t read the words in the picture, just Google it out or email me at wilcwo2003@gmail.com and I will send you the original image file.

and now... the interesting part of my agenda is driving into Port Campbell town and having a good meal... “Food”

12 Rocks Bar & Restaurant

Time Refresh and Let the good times roll...

One of the best coffee’s around!!!

Steak and Ham Cheese Burger (Fresh Meat)
After that meal we were on our way back to Melbourne, Victoria which will continue in Part 3 …

By: William Ching Wui Oon (Guest Blogger)

This article by William Ching Wui Oon extracted from: https://upperclass.wordpress.com/2010/06/28/the-old-new-mh-those-were-the-days-sultan-abdul-aziz-shah-kuala-lumpur-subang-international-airport-wmsa/

Walk Down Memory Lane to the Old Subang Kuala Lumpur International Airport also known as Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, Subang. During my younger days, when my Dad first started working with Malaysia Airlines, he used to bring me to Subang Airport to view the magnificent aircrafts and during those days, MAS had many Boeing 747-200, Boeing 737-200, Airbus A300's and DC-10-30's.

There was also a time when British Airways Concorde landed at Subang Airport and it was parked at the Terminal 2 apron. If I remember correctly, MAS aircraft in the days... the first class seats were red in color and the surrounding walls in the aircraft were filled with flower designs.

Anyway... I thought it would be good to have this on Blog for our old Subang Airport and where we were back then...

Its good to remember where we come from and how time has changed the way we look today as compared to the days behind us, and how the changes have evolved since…

Below are some pictures of the OLD Malaysian Airlines System aircraft (Red and White):

The Old MAS Airbus A300-200 (Captured in Hong Kong)

The Old MAS Boeing 747-236B 9M-MHI (powered by Rolls Royce) – taking off from LAX

Old MAS DC-10-30 (9M-MAT) – Captured in Hong Kong Kai Tak Airport

As time went by, the OLD MAS made a new change of colors resembling the Malaysian Flag (Red and Blue) as shown above on the Boeing 737-200 Series.

Images of the Old Subang Kuala Lumpur International Airport (WMSA) which has been demolished now:

The Old Subang Kuala Lumpur International Airport also Main Hub to Malaysian Airlines System or MH

The Old Subang Kuala Lumpur International Airport – Departure Hall (Terminal 1)

The Old Subang Kuala Lumpur International Airport – Outside View of Terminal 1

The Old First Class on the MAS Boeing 747-300/400 Series

The Newer First Class Seats on the Boeing 747-400 Series

The Newer First Class Seats on the Boeing 777-200 Series

And all the above First Class Seats have been replaced with the Newly Designed & Current Seats:

The All New First Class Seats, and only available on the Boeing 747-400 Series. Although it has been introduced into the Boeing 747-400 Series since 2005 and back then only the premier 9M-MPB and 9M-MPD were the only ones that were fitted with the new seating as the 2 Boeing 747-400 were MH’s new Hibiscus Design Aircraft. (Seen Below)

These 2 aircrafts were later then stripped of its new paint jobs during MH’s worst Financial Times. They were never introduced back and they are currently using the standard design.

Also, the Business Class Seats were replaced with newly design seats that were introduced in the Newly Design Heliconia Boeing 777-200 Series and the only Aircraft available was the 9M-MRD also known as Freedom of Space!

The New Business Class Seats are currently being used in all Boeing 747-400's and Boeing 777-200's. And the current configuration for the Boeing 777-200 does not include First Class anymore and it’s only available as Business Class

The Current Malaysian Airline Aircraft Body Design

And last, but not least … a view of Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport – Subang Kuala Lumpur’s Runway 15 Aerial View & Exit Passport Chop at SZB.

CheersJ

This article by William Ching Wui Oon extracted from: https://upperclass.wordpress.com/2010/06/16/fabulous-cape-town-with-mh/

Our Journey to Magnificent…

~With the Best Airline~

This blog entry is specially dedicated to Malaysia Airlines.

About 10 years ago, back then MH was only known as Malaysia Airlines. My family and I made a trip to Cape Town under Staff Travel – FOC Tickets & we travelled First Class! We booked our tickets and got a contact from within Malaysia Airlines back then who is a South African resident and tour guide for Malaysia Airlines Staff.

And we paid roughly RM 800 per pax for a total 8D7N in Cape Town with accommodation, food, drinks, transportation to & from hotel daily to wherever the guide takes us. It was an experience NOT forgotten!!

In Cape Town, one can view two different oceans at the same time just by standing at Cape Point, in South Africa they call it the blend of two oceans (Atlantic Ocean & Indian Ocean) – see image below.

That’s not all … we went to one of Earth’s greatest heaven on earth – Cape Point – Top Point where the fog and strong winds come blowing at your face & during the cold seasons – Its something you just have to experience yourself to know what I mean by Heaven on Earth!

Ok, to get to Cape Point Top, one can hike up the hills or take a cable car ride which saves you time and energy. And it’s relatively cheap to get a ride up to the top.

One actually never wants to go down after going up, because the cool breeze just makes one get addicted and all stoned!

In Cape Town, one doesn’t only enjoy the natural beauty and scenery South Africa has to offer, one actually get’s the see and experience a whole new meaning of Marine Life. In Cape Whale Coast, one can view the magnificent whales during the whale seasons. and if you’re lucky, you might just get up close with one of them!

And it doesn’t end there... one actually gets to experience SEAFOOD in a whole different meaning! I mean, when you visit South Africa and Cape Town, one actually has seafood for lunch and dinner! And seriously... you will never enjoy seafood as you did South Africa once you get back to Malaysia! Hell the price is helluva cheap! (At least back then it was... ha-ha)

Ok... if you thought you had the best Seafood in the world; wait till you have the world’s best Ostrich Eggs and Meat!
In South Africa, the famous dish is still the South African Ostrich Meats and Eggs cooked in a variety of styles. Ostrich meats are best eaten at the Ostrich Farms outside of Cape Town where live Ostrich’s are farmed, slaughtered and cooked to order for tourist and locals alike.

You can also get to sit on Ostrich’s for photo takings and take the challenge to see if the Ostrich Eggs are stronger than your weight. I personally stand on one and both Ostrich Eggs and at that time with a weight of 100KG!

Then after that you can have a taste of the eggs themselves. Be WARNED! The Eggs are not to be taken lightly! they are packed with Crabs and Energy. One egg can be eaten amongst 5 people or more depending on how much you can eat. But even then, you might want to avoid eating too much ostrich eggs …

Alright, so we have visited the marine life, view the best points in Cape Town, Enjoyed the seafood and ground food. What’s left? … Table Mountain, yes! the Major Highlights of Cape Town is the Table Mountain, a well known mountain that overlooks the entire city of Cape Town and surrounding areas. The only mountain to have a flat surface and accessible via a cableway transport or means of hiking to the top. Measured at 3,563 Feet high and its one of the nicest areas in Cape Town scenery.

(Lions Head, highest point of Table Mountain)

Last but not least, anyone who has thought or is thinking of making a trip there but isn’t sure if it’s the right choice?
Hesitate no further! South Africa is the place you want to be at and there’s no better place to enjoy good food, good shopping in places like the Waterfront City (see image below) and total relaxation for couples and families alike!

Malaysia Airlines takes you and your family to Cape Town, South Africa via Johannesburg, South Africa. Call 1-300-88-3000 now and be there!

Have a pleasant flight with MH!

CheersJ

By: The Living MH Blog Team

This article was featured in The New Straits Times on 8 June 2010. We thank NST for this interesting piece!

Most of us think that cabin crew members’ responsibilities are to serve customers onboard. This article featured in The New Straits Times showcased on how our cabin crew members are also given training in handling first aid and safety and emergency procedures onboard.

In this article, our crew share their experiences and stories handling safety and medical situations. It is an interesting read for those who are interested to learn about what our cabin crew responsibilities are.

To find out more, click this link or go to the story posted on the side bar.

By: Madina Yahya (Guest Blogger)

Madina (berdiri No 3 dari kanan) jalinan persaudaraan dibina dengan keluarga yang telah lama berpisah dari Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh

Impian ingin mengenali asal usul keturunan saya sebelah ibu terlaksana apabila diterbangkan ke Bandar Ho Chi Minh diatas tajaan MAS setelah memenangi Peraduan MAS! Saya Nak Cuti.

Sungguh terpegun dengan kesibukan Bandar Ho Chi Minh yang sesak dengan motorsikal. Sebuah bandar yang pesat membangun, mengejar kemajuan setelah sekian lama bergelut dengan peperangan peperangan. Hati terharu apabila ketibaan saya dijemput meriah oleh pakcik, makcik, sepupu-sepupu dan sanak saudara yang lain. Saya adalah anak kacukan Cambodia sebelah bapa dan Vietnam sebelah ibu. Saya merupakan anak bekas pelarian perang saudara di Cambodia 1979.

Apabila tentera Vietnam menyerang tentera Khmer Rouge sekitar tahum tersebut, ramai rakyat Cambodia ketika itu berjaya melarikan diri ke luar negara termasuklah ibu bapa dan adik beradik saya. Akhirnya saya selamat dilahirkan di sempadan Thailand.

Madina bersama suaminya di Ho Chi Minh

Memandangkan saya anak bongsu, ramai saudara-mara sebelah ibu yang saya tidak kenali. Namun kejayaan saya dalam peraduan MAS! Saya Nak Cuti membawa lembaran baru dalam lipatan sejarah hidup saya.  Terasa kehadiran diri ini sungguh dihargai dan di sayangi. Sungguh pantas jalinan persaudaraan dibina walaupun pertama kali bersua muka di lapangan terbang Ho Chi Minh.

Saya dibawa menjamu selera di rumah sepupu saya, Dip namanya. Sikap memuliakan tetamu sungguh terserlah di sini. Saudara yang terbang jauh dilayan umpama seorang raja. Tak dapat saya rasa nak saya menandingi keramahan dan kesungguhan mereka dalam melayan tetamu. Terasa diri bertuah bersaudara dengan mereka! Saya dijamu dengan “rice paper” yang berintikan sayuran mentah seperti timun, daun pudina, lettuce dan ikan kukus. Yum! sangat puas hati kerana itulah juga makanan yang ibu saya hidangkan di rumah. Selera kami sama. Kini saya mengerti kenapa saya suka makan banyak sayur mentah, rupa-rupa memang orang Vietnam suka diet sebegitu. Banyak pengaruh Vietnam dalam citarasa saya.

Memandangkan percutian saya bukan sekadar melawat sanak saudara, malah saya sempat melawat Museum Peninggalan Perang, Terowong Cu Chi dan menyusuri Delta Sungai Mekong. Apabila melawat Museum Peninggalan Perang Iansa sungguh menyentuh jiwa saya. Rupa-rupanya saya baru mengetahui yang datuk saya meninggal pada zaman perang Viet Minh. Datuk saya menjadi mangsa perang. Perkara ini diberitahu ini dikongsi dengan sepupu saya. Baru kami mengetahui yang datuk kami ditangkap di rumah oleh pihak  tentera Viet Minh dan di bunuh. Mayatnya tidak ditemu sehingga hari ini.Itulah kisah perang yang memberi impak pada diri saya dalam menyulusuri susur galur keturunan saya. Sedih!

Saya juga berkesempatan ke Terowong Cu Chi. Di sana saya berpeluang merangkak mensyusuri terowong kecil yang digunakan oleh tentera Viet Kong ketika berperang dengan Amerika. Saya juga sempat menembak menggunakan senapanag AK 47 di padang menembak di Terowong Cu Chi. Wah! pengalaman yang tidak mungkin  saya lupakan. Pertama kali saya menembak dalam hidup saya. Baru saya faham kenapa Amerika Syarikat mengaku kalah dalam perang Vietnam. Mereka tidak punya  kemahiran berperang dalam hutan.  Ramai yang mati.  Perang membawa kebinasaan.

Apabila berbual dengan sepupu saya yang hampir sebaya dengan saya, dia tidak berminat untuk melihat dan bercerita mengenai sejarah silam.  Biarlah kenangan pahit itu berlalu, kerana apa yang penting, orang Vietnam kini berusaha keras memajukan diri dan bangsa mereka. 

Selain melihat kesan perang,saya juga berpeluang melihat tatacara hidup orang Vietnam. Saya ke Cai Be yang terletak sekitar tiga jam dari Bandar Ho Chi Minh. Di sana, saya menaiki kapal merentas sungai Mekong. Disana, aktiviti perdagangan giat berjalan. Ramai orang Vietnam yang hidup di tebing Sungai Mekong menjalani kehidupan harian di atas bot. Bot-bot ini adalah "kedai" untuk menjual-beli barang dagangan seperti buah-buahan. Kalau ingin mengetahui apa yang didagang dalam setiap bot yg mundar-mandir di Sungai Mekong, perhatikan saja pada buah yang pada tiang buluh yang tergantung pada setiap bot.

Di sana, saya juga sempat menyaksikan sebuah rumah traditional milik hartawan di Cai Be.  Rumah warisan keluarga ini dibuka untuk lawatan orang ramai. Ia telah berusia 170 tahun dan telah didiami oleh 4 generasi.Ia diperbuat dari kayu yang sungguh bermutu tinggi. Rasanya tidak mudah di makan anai-anai. Rumahnya luas kerana tiada dinding diantara ruang tamu dan ruang makan. Selain itu, saya juga dibawa melawat industri desa seperti membuat "rice paper" (kulit beras yang sama seperti kulit popiah di Malaysia) dan gula-gula kelapa. Produk hasil daripada perusahaan desa ini telah banyak di ekspot ke luar negara. 

Setelah itu, keesokan hari nya saya telah membeli-belah di Pasar Ben Thant. Seperti insan yang lain, saya seronok membeli-belah.  Saya beli ikan masin sepat,biji buah teratai dan beberapa helai kain siffon.  Perasaan puas hati tergambar kerana dapat membeli belah di sini.Ikan masin memang saiz besar-besar belaka.  Memang tak dapat kalau nak cari ikan seperti ini di Kuala Lumpur.

Kalau kain siffon pula, coraknya unik dan agak berbeza daripada yang terdapat di kedai kain di Kuala Lumpur. Namun sekiranya tak berapa pasti nak beli,jangan sentuh barangan yang dijual lebih-lebihan. Penjual di Vietnam tidak gemar sikap begitu,minat hanya menyentuh tapi tak beli. Orang Vietnam suka berterus-terang dalam komunikasi. Sekiranya mereka tidak puas hati pada sesuatu perkara, mereka akan nyatakan secara terang-terangan berbanding Orang Malaysia. Maka jangan terkejut kalau dimarahi penjual Vietnam kalau anada membelek barangan mereka tetapi tidak membeli. Sikap seperti ini juga terdapat dalam diri ibu dan adik beradik saya.

Saya berpuas hati akhirnya keinginan saya ke Bandar Ho Chi Minh tercapai. Pelbagai pengalaman menarik yang telah saya lalaui disana. Apabila terpandang tata cara hidup mereka, kini saya mengerti sedikit sebanyak bagaimana ia mempengaruhi hidup saya. Sanak-saudara terdekat yang masih ada disana akan menjadi sebab utama saya akan ke sana lagi. Lain kali mungkin saya akan membawa anak sana melawat mereka pula agar hubungan persaudaraan yang wujud akan terus kekal.Bandar Ho Chi Minh, saya pasti akan kembali.

By: Aliff Ashari (Yogyakarta)

Aliff Ashari is one of our seven Saya Nak Cuti winners. In his blog story below, he shares his travel experience revisiting Yogyakarta and documenting the changes that have taken place since the earthquake.

Don’t miss to watch Aliff on Astro RIA Saya Nak Cuti tonight at 10 pm. If you missed tonight episode, you can view it at www.mastraveller.com/sayanakcuti

Ketibaan Aliff di Yogyakarta bersama Malaysia Airlines

Semenjak pengalaman saya sebagai sukarelawan bersama 3 saudara melalui PBSM di Yogyakarta pada gempa bumi May 2006, saya telah lama berhasrat untuk kembali melihat pembangunan dan keadaan mereka di sana selepas gempa bumi yang telah melanda mereka. Selepas 4 tahun, doa saya telah dimakbulkan setelah mendapat berita dari pertandingan Malaysia Airlines Saya Nak Cuti bahawa saya adalah antara 7 yang terpilih ke percutian idaman. Lebih-lebih lagi saya dapat mengacara rancangan television ini yang akan ditayangkan pada 5 Mei untuk berkongsi pengalaman dan explorasi saya selama 5 hari itu.

Mencuba Bakso di Jalan Marlioboro. Aliff memakai topi tradisional yang dipanggil ‘blangkot’

Aliff sedang cuba membuat lakaran batik sambil dibantu oleh penduduk Kg. Kebon

Apabila bertanya tentang gempa bumi 2006, ramai penduduk di Yogyakarta akan berkata bencana itu sebenarnya membawa berkat. Walaupun lebih dari 5000 yang kehilangan nyawa, banyak bantuan dari seluruh dunia telah dicurahkan ke situ dan setelah 4 tahun Yogyakarta pada masa kini lebih maju dari Yogyakarta sebelum berlakunya gempa bumi. Di sana, untuk melihat keadaan di Yogyakarta selepas gempa itu, saya mengikut sebuah NGO bernama IOM (International Organization of Migration) yang membantu penduduk yang terjejas oleh bencana itu . Mereka telah membantu membina bangunan dan memberi jentera kepada industri batik dan agrikultur disana supaya penduduk dapat menyara diri. Saya berkesempatan mencuba membuat batik, melihat cara mereka menanam tanaman mereka secara organik dan mengikuti proses membuat 'pupuk' iaitu baja organik yang dibuat dari najis lembu. Semuanya peramah dan mengalu-alukan ketibaan saya. Mereka semua kelihatan gembira dan isu gempa bumi itu hanya sekadar memori dahulu kala.

Sekolah anak yatim yang mengalami kerosakan dan khemah didirikan sebagai sekolah sementara untuk mereka

Selain itu, saya juga berkesempatan untuk mendaki sebuah gunung berapi yang masih aktif iaitu Gunung Merapi. Saya hanya larat ke sebuah tapak yang setengah jam sahaja lagi untuk ke puncak tetapi kerana matahari sudah hendak terbit kami berehat disitu dan menghayati keindahan warna warna yang semakin cerah. Saya tidak melepaskan peluang ini untuk merakam keindahaan matahari yang sedang terbit dan awan-awan yang mengelilinginya menggunakan kamera yang saya bawa. Sambil kamera saya merakam, saya duduk bersandar disebelah batu yang besar menghayati permandangan. Sepenat mana pun pendakiannya, awan-awan yang keemasan menyusuri permandangan dan langit yang semakin pekat berwarna oren membuat saya lupa tentang semua masalah saya dan berasa berterima kasih saya masih hidup untuk menyaksikan permandangan seindah itu. Masa berlalu dan langit semakin cerah, saya terasa rendah diri memikirkan tentang keagungan maha esa dan terfikir tentang bencana-bencana yang telah melanda bumi. Gunung Merapi memang adalah tempat yang baik untuk bertapa dan menjernihkan minda. Tidak hairanlah ia merupakan tempat untuk sultan-sultan zaman dahulu untuk bertapa.

Aliff keletihan kerana mendaki Gunung Merapi dari pukul 1 pagi untuk menyaksi matahari terbit

Setelah mempunyai minda yang tenteram, saya memulakan misi utama saya ke Yogyakarta iaitu untuk mencari semula rumah anak yatim yang saya dan saudara-saudara saya telah ziarahi pada 2006. Saya telah kesana pada 2006 dengan bantuan Palang Merah Indonesia yang telah banyak membawa saya melihat keadaan Yogyakarta ketika itu. Dr. Jeya dari PBSM telah lama bertugas di Yogyakarta dan beliaulah yang telah membawa kami dari Malaysia. Beliau bersama Pak Vishnu dari PMI telah banyak membawa kami melihat kawasan-kawasan yang telah ditimpa gempa bumi dan antaranya adalah rumah anak yatim. Saya ingin benar mencari kembali rumah anak yatim itu jadi saya berhubung dengan PMI untuk mendapat informasi. Dari situ, saya membuat kenalan bersama Kak Yani dan membuat temujanji untuk berjumpa apabila saya di Yogyakarta nanti. Beliau adalah seorang yang peramah dan telah banyak membantu saya mencari rumah anak yatim itu. Satu persatu rumah yang diberi tetapi tiada satu pun yang betul. Apabila saya disana, beliau mengejutkan saya dengan berita gembira yang telah menyempurnakan pencarian saya. Beliau telah menjumpai rumah anak yatim yang saya telah ziarahi semasa 2006! Pada asalnya Kak Yani telah memberi saya 3 nama rumah anak yatim yang mungkin adalah tempat yang saya ziarahi tetapi selepas dapat menghubungi Dr.Jeya yang berada di China sekarang, beliau dapat mencari rumah anak yatim yang sebenarnya. Saya terhutang budi kepada Kak Yani yang telah bersusah payah mencari rumah anak yatim itu iaitu 'Rumah Panti Asuhan Yapitu'.

Bangunan musnah akibat gempa bumi

Aliff bersama Yanti (kanan) yang telah dikenalinya semasa melawat Yogyakarta pada 2006. Yanti telah membantu Aliff untik mencari rumah anak Yatim ‘Rumah Panti Asuhan Yapitu’

Kak Yani dan pihak PMI juga sangat berbaik hati untuk membawa saya dan krew filem ke Rumah Panti Asuhan Yapitu. Semasa perjalanan kami kesana saya berasa gembira tetapi gementar juga jika tempatnya salah. Saya berharap sangat ada kanak-kanak yang saya kenali atau ada yang masih mengingati saya kerana saya ingin sangat melihat perkembangan mereka. Setiba disana, kami ke kawasan putera dulu dan saya masih tidak mengenali tempatnya. Saya mula berfikir ini adalah tempat yang salah tetapi apabila kami ke belakang ke kawasan puteri, saya tersenyum lebar kerana semua yang saya telah bayangkan adalah di kawasan puteri. Pokok yang saya telah bermain bersama kanak-kanak disitu, perigi yang rosak yang kini sudah dibaiki dan kedai runcit dimana kami membeli ais krim. Apa yang menyentuh hati saya adalah apabila saya sedang memberi buah tangan kepada mereka, ada salah seorang dari mereka yang mengingati saya. Namanya adalah Wani dan beliau masih mengingati saya dan saudara saya semasa kami datang menziarahi pada 2006. Saya berasa amat gembira dapat meluangkan masa bersama mereka dan berjenaka. Saya terasa lebih gembira melihat mereka bergelak dan membuat lawak. Keadaan rumah anak yatim itu juga kelihatan terurus dan retak-retak yang kelihatan dahulu telah ditampal dan persekitrannya adalah selamat. Tiada lagi serpihan kaca atau kayu yang berpaku tetapi ada sebuah blok yang masih belum dibaik pulih kerena tidak cukup dana. Selain itu, saya bersyukur melihat mereka dalam keadaan yang ceria.

Bermain dengan anak Yatim di Yogyakarta

Perjalanan saya ke Yogyakarta telah banyak membuka mata saya ke budaya baru yang saling menghormati dan menyayangi antara satu sama lain. Semasa di Kampung Kebon untuk melihat pemprosesan kain batik, mereka semua kelihatan seperti keluarga yang rapat. Saya juga berasa seperti salah satu daripada ahli anggota keluarga mereka walaupun berjumpa pada kali pertama. Adat mereka juga adalah indah dan mempunyai banyak persamaan dengan adat Melayu. Semasa di kampung Kebon saya disambut dengan sebuah kugiran tradisional dan saya berkesempatan mencuba bermain angklong mereka. Makanan mereka juga mempunyai banyak persamaan tetapi lebih banyak pilihannya. Saya telah jatuh cinta bersama Gudeg mereka yang dibuat dari Nangka, ayam dan telur. Rasanya memang susah dicari. Walaupun banyak yang saya telah pelajari dan temui, saya tetap akan membawa suara gelak ketawa kanak-kanak di Rumah Panti Asuhan Yapitu. Mereka adalah inspirasi saya untuk kekal mengahadapi perjuangan yang akan datang. Saya berharap saya dapat berjumpa lagi bersama mereka tidak begitu lama lagi.

By: William Ching Wui Oon (Guest Blogger)

This article by William Ching Wui Oon extracted from: http://upperclass.wordpress.com/2009/08/15/my-mh-trip-to-melbourne-vic-august-20-2009/

Destination: Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Airline: Malaysia Airlines (MH)
Departure Airport Code: KUL

Date: 20th August 2009
Departure Time: 21:30pm
Arrival Time: 07:15am +1
Arrival Airport Code: MEL
Aircraft Type: Boeing 777-2H6 ER

Fare Type: Get The Deal – MYR 1690.00 (Round Trip all inclusive) only on MH

Hotel: Bayview Eden on the Park (MH Crew Designated Hotel)
Price: AUD$ 115 per night for 2 nights (special price)

Apartment: Melbourne City Apartment on Spencer St.
Home away from home..

Cottage: Apollo Bay Collonial Cottages, Great Ocean Drive
Price: AUD$ 210 per night

Car: Toyota Camry
Price: AUD$ 75 per day Unlimited KM’s + 21.00 Excess Reduction + 5.00 GPS Navigation
Rental Company: EuropcarRentals

Place of Interest:
Great Ocean Drive & Apollo Bay (3 hr journey)
Mornington Peninsula (1 1/2 hr journey)

Must Eat Food’s:

Imperial Garden Hong Kong Dim Sum in Glen Waverly

20 August 2009

We left for KLIA in anticipation for our trip to Melbourne, Victoria. Upon arrival we checked in for our flight and headed to the satellite terminal where we boarded our flight to Melbourne at Gate C32.

The flight to Melbourne was awesome, the food on board the aircraft was exceptionally tasteful (MH has definitely done a fantastic job at making good food for its long haul journeys). I manage to sleep throughout the journey after dinner and woke up moments before landing into Melbourne Int’l airport.

Upon arrival, we collected our luggage’s and everything went swiftly as expected although the queue at the immigration counters were slightly long due flights from KUL, SIN which arrived at about the same time. After everything was done, we had to wait at the arrival hall as we had to collect our rental car. However not everything went as planned as our rental car plan sorta busted as they did not have the car we needed… So after checking at several rental agencies at the airport (which I had to go through the blazing cold winds and rain showers) in order to find the right car. But we managed to get ourselves a Toyota Camry 2.0 Blue from Europcar at a very cheap rate!!

Off we go!

driving into Melbourne City

After arrival, we headed straight into the city to meet my cousins where they have been there for a week already! After driving like 20 minutes into the city, we finally reached the Melbourne Central Station where we had our breakfast at one of the food court in Spencer St. Parking in Melbourne can be relatively cheap on the streets depending on the number of hours spent at that area. Some areas provide free parking for up to 30 minutes or 1 hour free car park. Some areas you will be required to pay for the parking of AUD$ 1-3 and you can only park a maximum of 2-3 hours at anytime. If you wish to continue parking you will be required to add money or move your vehicles away.

Parking is designated 1P, 2P, 3P which I believe means 1, 2, and 3 hours parking at any given time.

After breakfast, we headed to our hotel with my cousins to check in at our Hotel at Bayview Eden Hotel, Melbourne which happens to be Malaysia Airlines designated crew Hotel. We got airline rates which were awesome and the rooms were fantastic for the rates paid!

Address & Contact number
6 Queens Road, Melbourne
VIC 3004, Australia
Telephone: +(613) 9250 2222
Fax: +(613) 9820 9586
E-mail: bayvieweden@bayviewhotels.com
Website: www.bayviewhotels.com/eden

After checking in to the hotel and having a nice warm shower & cold shower since we were kind of tired and sleepy so the cold shower and the cold weather can wake a person up nicely. We headed to Mornington, Victoria which took about an hours drive south. The place is lovely, a small town with beautiful scenery and beaches that takes one breath away!

Couple of hours later we decided to have lunch at one of the Chinese Restaurants in Mornington, Victoria. I must say that it was probably the best chinese food I’ve had for a long time after all its Cantonese cooks.

All I can say is “It’s the Best!”

After a good meal, we decided to drive along the beaches around Mornington region and the views are great, but what makes the trip a memorable experience is the Cold Cold Winds that was probably the strongest I’ve encountered so far since it was in the mid-afternoon…

After that we just headed back to our hotel for another round of shower and to pick my mom up as she was resting after a tiring journey from KUL. We went into China town for our dinner and after that we just stroll around town before heading back to our hotel room. It was a goodnight …

Next day we woke up around 8.30am and checked out from our hotel and head towards to Apollo Bay, Victoria. Before that, we went into city to pick my cousins up from their apartment which they rented for an additional week and which we also rented for 3 nights of our additional stay after returning from Apollo Bay.

Off we went for our breakfast and straight to our destination. We drove along the Great Ocean Road (coastal HWY) which was great cause we could stop along for the scenery and the food too =D.

Along our way, we stopped at Geelong, Victoria. It was a beautiful place and we had a great time and a fantastic lunch together!

eating fresh strawberries

This is funny ...

The dog above was really cute .. he/she was literally trying to run away with the wind ..

Sparkling Clean Rivers - Jelly Fish swimming

Helicopter Rides - Tour Rides

It was nearing lunch hour .. we decided it was time to have lunch and get on with our journey!

Having Lunch

After lunch .. it was time to get back on the road to Apollo Bay, Victoria …

To be continued in Part 2

By: Melanie Ong (Guest Blogger)

This article is written by Melanie Ong and extracted from her blog http://chefmel.blogspot.com/2010/04/malaysia-airlines-in-flight-food.html

I know there are quite a lot of people out there who are anti-in flight meal. Well, to some extent it is understandable because they are not generally very tasty. But for me, I actually find it quite exciting. Perhaps because it incorporates two things I love - the aviation industry and food.

I've always wondered if Malaysia Airlines recycle (as in reuse) the boxes ? I'm sure it's not cheap so it will be quite wasting to throw away. At the same time, if they really do reuse it's quite disgusting also. :p

Nasi Lemak is definitely one of the most served food on board for Malaysia Airlines. Based on my experiences, any flights before 10 A.M you're sure to have Nasi Lemak. (and usually the other choice is fried bee hoon.)

The rice is a little too soft but taste wise, it is still edible.

With all the hype of being nice to the mother nature, MAS has join in the pact too! In some of their flights, they serve their meals in eco boxes like this.

You know, i've been flying MAS since I was seven years old (I'm 23 now *cough*). And while their food has improved a lot over the years, delicious was never the adjective to describe the food on board - albeit still tasting above average.

However, for once, I actually really thought the "chicken satay with peanut sauce and rice" was really nice. I finished it and almost asked for second servings. Haha. Kidding .. kidding. :P

I love fruit cakes but only home made ones. Commercialized ones tend to be too sweet or too dry. Surprisingly the one MAS was serving was almost on par with home made ones!

It actually takes a lot of courage to be photographing all these pictures on board. The passenger sitting beside me is always giving me weird stares! Heck, there's once this old men thought it was my first time taking the plane and actually taught me how to recline the seats and all. Geez.

I still have a few MAS in flight food review that is coming up! Divided them in two post cause I didn't want this post to be too lengthy.

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Check-in and luggage allowance:
Checking in 3 hours before the flight always ensures a quick and easy process. The attendant at the web check in counter processed my details in a professional but friendly manner, which I thought was a very nice start to my Malaysian Airlines experience.  Only travelling for 4 days, I was well below the luggage allowance of 20kgs.

Lounge access:
Even though I was flying economy, our group headed up by Malaysia Airlines and Tourism Malaysia had pre-organized lounge access in Sydney Airport. The well-sized lounge, now on the other side of the International Terminal is a good reprieve after the long walk. With a "noodle" menu to choose from, I opted for the traditional Vegetarian Laksa which was served fresh.

Seat/Cabin conditions:
Malaysia Airline's Boeing 747-400 sees pitch of 34" and seat width 17", with the cabin laid out in 3-4-3 exception being the last three rows of 2-4-2.

Meal and snack service:
Peanuts were the snack upon arrival, which was followed quickly by the dinner service. Since I opted for a vegetarian meal, I was served before my fellow passengers. The cous-cous salad with chickpeas was surprisingly very good, as was the vegetable lasagna, though ironically had cheese but for dessert, while everyone received cheese and crackers, I had fruit. We then all received ice cream bars. Before landing I was served a vegetarian roll, with a muesli bar.

Entertainment:
Gone are the days of one large screen and thankfully, we can all welcome video-on-demand! The MH Entertainment Select is available on each seatback, and with its 6 inch screen, travellers can choose from a variety of new releases and older programmes. Seeing as I was "Up in the Air", I picked it for my first film and was content with the choice.

On-time performance:
Leaving on time, we arrived Kuala Lumpur at approximately 8:30pm

Flight frequency:
MH122 flies from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur daily

By: Esther Teo (Guest Blogger)

It was an early but fulfilling morning on Saturday, 13 March as the Detik-detik MH ‘Meet the Judges’ Workshop took place at the Malaysia Airlines Academy.

Indira Nair, MAS’ Senior General Manager, Communications kicked off the day by asking the students: “What is Malaysian Hospitality?” She went on to explain that Malaysian Hospitality (“MH”) can mean different things to people. While Malaysians breathe and live MH, many find that it’s difficult to articulate what MH is. Hence, the reason for Detik-detik MH: to capture MH moments on film in less than three minutes.

One of the judges, George Aveling (CEO of TMI International), shared what Malaysian Hospitality meant to him. It was heart-warming to hear a foreigner’s point of view on Malaysian Hospitality. George had his first glimpse of Malaysian Hospitality when he met his wife’s family for the first time in Malaysia. As language was a barrier between them, her family showed him warm hospitality by preparing wonderful home-cooked meals for him and made him as comfortable as possible. Through their gestures, it struck George that MH could also mean ‘Malaysian Heart’, as a lot of heart and care was given into making him feel welcome in their home.

The writer headed to the first class by Bahir Yeusuff, whose session consisted of exploring areas in developing ideas for films. He noted that most filmmakers find it difficult to draw up inspirations and ideas for their films. “Tell a good, entertaining story; in order to do that, start exploring the possible background and themes, and start building your story from it,” emphasizing that the story is the key for this competition.

Chui Mui’s class proved to be an insightful session as she showed a few examples of short films that were made with little or no budget. “Filmmaking with a limited budget is not necessary a bad thing”, she shared from experience, as it helps one to stay focused on what’s important, and eliminate unnecessary elements in the film. Quoting Amir Muhammad, “if you have no money, you might as well have friends.” She pointed out how friends can help in playing characters and crew, “Network. Get to know people, because they can help you. Use whatever resources you have – good tripod, good camera, good location… these help you save on production costs.”

Seng Tat’s session had his class in stitches with his funny one-liners and entertaining examples of short films.  His topic, “Working with actors, non-actors, animals and plants” addresses one of the most vital, yet often taken for granted, aspects in filmmaking. As a filmmaker, Seng Tat pointed out, you define your film; directing is more than just you and the actors – it’s so much more. Having worked with kids for his films, he shared that you can’t direct them; you need to be their friend. He encourages the workshop participants to talk to the kids about how they would say the lines, and how they would act in the scenes. , Allow the kids to change the original dialogues, if they want to, as that allows you to capture their real self on film.

All in all, the students returned home after an afternoon well-spent.

By: Jonathan Tan (Guest Blogger)

Light balance, check. Boom mics on standby. Set good to go. Roll camera and ACTION!!!

After the many, many busy months of preparation, Detik-detik MH short film competition launched yesterday in spectacular fashion!  Held at the mock-up cabin area at the Malaysia Airlines Academy in Kelana Jaya (where the cabin crew are trained), the launch theme simulated a live television set - spotlights, a backdrop setting, and even a live camera crew!

Hosting the launch was none other than Malaysia Airlines’ very own Ms. Tan Wai Fong (Head of Media Relations), who injected much needed zest into the sleepy after-lunch crowd Playing ‘Oprah’, Wai Fong proceeded to interview judges Ms. Indira Nair (Senior General Manager of Communications; her boss!) as well as renowned filmmakers Ms. Tan Chui Mui, Mr. Liew Seng Tat, and En. Bahir Yeusuff.

The ‘talkshow’ was very engaging, with the judges providing valuable insights on topics such as filmmaking as a career, production and directorial techniques, and their personal beginnings into the industry.

Seng Tat, in particular, was the livewire of the show. His “short films are not only for shorties like me” line really got the crowd tickled. As to what he would be looking for in the competition, he said, “I’ve seen enough art films. I want something lighthearted that will make me laugh.” Chui Mui shared how she uniquely visualizes her film’s ending before scripting her story, “My films can be directionless, but I always know where it will lead to and end.”

With concerns to filmmaking as a career, Bahir assured that there are options aplenty, “These guys started out in short films, but I’m the opposite. I did a feature first and then went to shorts. You can even explore animation, stop motion, or even documentaries.”

In addressing one of the journalist’s questions, Indira explained the rationale behind Detik-detik MH. “We’re familiar with Malaysian Hospitality – but what exactly is it? We want the people to define to it and why not capture its essence on film.”

In closing, the audience were again reminded of the competition website at http://www.mastraveller.com/detikmh, which is where participants can register, download the entry form as well get the latest updates and ask questions about Detik-detik MH.

In looking forward, Bahir summed it best, “Explosions! We want explosions!” As the competition kick-offs, the journey will undoubtedly be an explosive one – full of bright sparks and fireworks!

By: Shashank Nigam (Guest Blogger)

This article by Shashank Nigam extracted from http://simpliflying.com/2010/brand-essence-of-malaysia-airlines-experiencing-malaysian-hospitality/

Over the past couple of months, I’ve spent a lot of time in Singapore and Kuala Lumpur, and that resulted in an overdose of branding messages from regional airlines like Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia and Tiger Airways.

I was intrigued in particular by Malaysia Airlines’ “Malaysian Hospitality” campaign – which is a play on the MH code of the airline. Soon enough, I got to experience the “world’s best in-flight service” myself, on Business Class from Kuala Lumpur to Los Angeles (see photos at the bottom of this article). And here’s what I feel is the essence of Malaysian Hospitality – it’s the “human-ness” of flying. Let me explain what I mean.

Malaysian Hospitality – a story of genuine care

It may sound strange, but a lot of airlines that have good service often lack “humanity” in their service. Sometimes, it even becomes robotic – I’m sure you’ve seen robotic smiles plastered on flight attendants. Malaysia Airlines’ service, in contrast, was genuine and very human – one that makes you feel good as a person. Let me share a story.

I opted to have my meal soon after take-off, while the gentleman next to me chose to have it later. I first received some traditional satay (a Malaysian specialty), and then more aromatic dishes. This obviously tempted the person seated next to me and he kept stealing glances at my food. Without him asking for anything, the leading stewardess asked him if he’d like some starters or dessert – he opted for the latter and happily munched on the tiramisu.

Not only was the service genuine, it was pro-active. I’m not saying no other airlines provide such service, just that it’s a rare feat. Moreover, we were all greeted by names, and complete eye-contact was made before we were spoken to – all the basics of providing a personal service.

The omnipresent Malaysian essence – on-board, and in the lounge

Not only was the food very Malaysian – like the satay and the teh tarik (pulled-tea), the products and service were too. The crew pointed not with their fingers, but with their thumb above their fist- a very Malaysian gesture. In the Business Class lounge, there were a variety of local foods available, and local massages too. So even if you’re in-transit, and not getting out of the airport, you can experience glimpses of Malaysian life.

Moreover, I was impressed with the lounge because not only did it have a dedicated Business Center and phone booths for private calls, but also a golf putting area and a children’s playground. I’m not sure how many children frequent the playground, but the other services were certainly desirable.

Room for improvement?

For one, the Boeing 777-200ER aircraft that Malaysia Airlines uses for this flight isn’t the newest. In fact, Singapore Airlines has retired all but two of this type from their fleet. Not only is this a competitive disadvantage, the wear and tear and the older business class product shows. In fact, the new flat-bed by AirAsia X may even prove to be a challenger, given the airline’s competitive fares.

I guess things will improve once the airline gets the new A380s over the next few years. The CEO recently mentioned that it will have a refurbished product, including a Premium Economy class.

Having said that, I think the excellent service and the genuine show of care more than makes up for the not-so-latest product. Overall, it was a pleasure experiencing Malaysian Hospitality, and I’d encourage you to give it a try.

By: Chin Wei Zhi & Lim Dao Feng (Guest Blogger)

This article by Chin Wei Zhi & Lim Dao Feng extracted from http://kampungboycitygal.com/2010/02/penang-food-trip-with-malaysia-airlines/

Few months back, MAS flew some of the bloggers up north for a FOOD TRIP. A day trip can’t get any cooler than this – fly to Penang in the morning just to eat a meal or two and fly back in the evening itself.

Pretty air stewardess greeted us with a wide, pretty and an attractive smile.

We were among the first batch of lucky users that get to check in using our mobile devices through MHmobile-flymas.mobi service. I checked in the night before and this was the QR code that I received via sms.

Pretty Iza placing her HP screen under the mobile check-in scanner to get validated. Just check in from your mobile phone to obtain the QR code and you are set to go, as easy as that.

We reached Penang airport in the blink of an eye. It took us only 45 minutes compared to a 4 to 5 hours drive up north. To top if off, MAS hired a tour guide who knows every nook and cranny of Penang island to bring us around. Such bliss!

# Line Clear Nasi Kandar
Our first stop was Line Clear Nasi Kandar located in an alley off Penang Road, between two commercial buildings. Contrary to it’s name, the line never clears! Be prepared to queue and wait for your turn.

Aiwei and I shared a plate of nasi kandar with curry chicken, curry mutton, some vege and gravy “campur” ala “banjir” style. After some bites, the spiciness from the curry gravy started to kick in and our eyes got all watery and red and we perspired from head to toe. No joke!

#2 Penang Road Teochew Cendol.
From Line Clear, we walked towards Lebuh Keng Kwee, off Penang Road for the most famous cendol stall in Penang. You can have it while standing beside the stall or seated comfortably at Joo Hooi coffee shop located down the road.

#3 Coconut Jelly, Dato Keramat Road.

We were very fortunate to have CK Lam, the famous food blogger from Penang. She brought us to this coconut jelly place at Jalan Dato Keramat. According to her, the outer husk of the coconut is initially removed and then roasted in the oven. After a cooling period, they are then placed in the cooler room. The jelly was formed during the hot and cold process.
The jelly was so good! It has a nice jello consistency and a good natural coconut flavour. Perfect for a scorching hot day!
Penang Coconut Jelly
201, Jalan Dato Kramat
10150 Penang
Tel: 016 440 9049
Email : joezcoco@yahoo.com

#4 Pasembur @ Padang Kota Food Court that comes with a stunning sea view.

Almost every stall in the food court are selling the same identical stuff: Pasembur! We randomly chose a stall and pick our orders. The pasembur was nothing great though.

Thanks to the kind soul from MAS for organizing this. Check out flymas.mobi for no frills ticket booking and checking in.

Aiwei, Rachel & Wilson. Thanks to Wilson for the ride to the airport.

Bonus! #5 Lorong Selamat Char Kuey Teow. Just some old pictures from my previous Penang trip.

Goggles Lady CKT. This is so famous that I need not elaborate further.

#6 Pasar Air Itam Laksa. Overrated.
All in all, it was an amateur list/guide to Penang food. Please refer to the pros – Penang Food Blogs for more hor liaos. :p
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By: Wilson Ng (Guest Blogger)

This article by Wilson Ng extracted from http://www.placesandfoods.com/2010/02/my-real-26-hours-experience-with-malaysia-airlines.html

This is not an advertorial or paid post. This is my real experience. My flight from Kuala Lumpur to Buenos Aires on Jan 27th took around 26 hours inclusive of 2 stop overs at South Africa. It was my furthest place I travel and the longest flying time I experienced in my life. I flew with Malaysia Airlines MH201 on this trip. It was a very early morning flight, around 1.20 am. Many might not know, only Malaysia Airlines fly direct to Buenos Aires from Southeast Asia. Hence, the flight is usually packed.

I wasn’t worry about the lengthy flight since I had 2 stop overs in South Africa. However, I was having a slight fever before that so it was quite tough for me. Of course, I did visit the doctor before hand, but I was still recovering and stuck on the plane for so long didn’t help much.

The flight from Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg was pretty relax, we got ourselves the back seats and managed to chat with the hot stewardess. The flight was say 80% full on economy class?

From Johannesburg to Cape Town, it was fun. The chief steward, Mr. Azmi/Azri (sorry I forgot his name) allowed me to go to the business class for me to take pictures. He shared some of his Cape Town experiences and I must not forget the lovely crews that chat with me as well.

With his help, I managed to capture this picture and also many other wonderful pictures of Cape Town, South Africa.

Well, the nightmare started when we flew from Cape Town to Buenos Aires. My fever shot up as I missed one of my medicine session. Thankfully, the MAS crew, Mexican lady Adrianna took care of me. She gave me a tray of ice with towel to keep myself cool throughout the journey. It was very kind of her. And also not forgetting Khairul who made the “teh tarik” for me. This were the crew that make Malaysia Airlines the award winning “Cabin Crew Of The Year”. Without them, I would not have enjoyed my journey, took nice pictures from the business class area and also keeping my fever away. Having fever on board was no fun, trust me on that.

Thank you MAS Crews for your special treatments, you all deserved the Cabin Crew Award!

By: Redmummy (Guest Blogger)

This article by RedMummy extracted from http://redmummy.com/2010/01/18/rm-won-2-return-flight-tickets-to-any-asean-country/ 

one is coming as lady of Thailand…

one is coming as a Japanese lady too…Misuko

one is coming as an Hawaian girl but from Phuket

Thomas is the famous latecomer…not just for MAS event, but most of the events, he s divadivuuu!

but one just wanna come to be not so hulk hogan

OMG!! Shah is soooooooooooooooo tall and big compared than ahkak yang very the kecik, tanduk siam aku tu pun takleh melangkau ketinggian Shah!!

**link pls?

Zaid didnt win anything that nite but the next day he won at the Samsung Corby…tuah manusia 

Joe KK

Citygirl is dressed as a lady going holiday to Bali?

Joshua and Joe KK…

Simon won a return ticket, will follow one of the winners of Saya Nak Cuti Contest and chances to be in front/behind the scene of the show too.

For the best dress, Mak Siam won 2 return flight tickets to any Asean country

the gang of Malaysia Airlines and Fleishman

Thomas doesnt need any help to capture this photo, i was surprised everybody memang cukup muat masuk dalam kameranya tuh. very the tangan panjang koo!

The most happiest man in the world coz the wife is taking him to any Asean country, i have not decided yet lar. Masa pun takdak tak tau bila nya nak pergi. i have 2 confirmed trips this year already, so ntah bilalah nak berjalannya.

So that s the good news lar for January, at least. good start for an early 2010.

mak Siam pun mak siam lah….