tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-87731739014296554112024-02-07T11:07:13.639+08:00Sabah Young Tourism AmbassadorsEverything posted on this blog is written based on information provided accordingly by the various companies involved. Any rewriting and copying of any part of this blog without the editor’s permission is strictly prohibited. Reposting is allowed with permission & reference to this blog. We allow comments & opinions, but kindly refrain from posting negative/irrelevant comments. Your cooperation is much appreciated. Thank you.Sabah Tourist Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13758820703383110495noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773173901429655411.post-42018831704491975262012-05-16T12:58:00.001+08:002012-05-16T12:58:26.965+08:00ZIMRI JAMES MAIDI: HOW IT ALL STARTED<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: purple;">It all started on a fine day in the class, one of my friends, Marissa Wong announced about a program called Sabah Young Tourism Ambassadors which was organized by the Sabah Tourist Association. Some of my friends didn't really pay attention about it, but at that point, I had a feeling that this might turn out to be something special for me. Although I never been to any competition before, I felt quite confident applying it. Me and one of my friend even joked about it saying "<i>we would be terrified if we win</i>". LOL</span></div>
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<span style="color: purple;">A week later, I got a call from Jennety, the Executive Secretary at Sabah Tourist Association. It was a good news! I got through to the semi final and will be joining the day tour at Lok Kawi Wildlife Park. </span></div>
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<b>Yup !! That's me on the day itself !</b><br />
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<span style="color: purple;">After the day tour, all the semi finalists are given a challenge to write a short article about Lok Kawi Wildlife Park. We were given time up until noon before submitting our short article with limited time and limited words. The tense arise as time running down. All the semi finalists did their best to impress the judges with their short article. Soon after, we were told that they will call the 10 finalists by tomorrow. </span></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">My phone woke me up early in the morning and it draws a big smile on my face as it was a call from the Sabah Tourist Association office. </span></i></div>
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<span style="color: purple;">Again, it was the beautiful voice of Jennety spreading a good news. ^_^</span></div>
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<span style="color: purple;">I was told to attend the final interview at Pan Pacific, Sutera Harbour with the other 9 finalists. The interview will ask questions about the tourism products in Sabah and we will have a week to prepare ourselves. On that day, we were divided into 2 groups which means 5 persons in a group. I picked up number 4 so I will be in the first group.</span></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">All sorts of emotions and feelings came to me as I went into the interview room.</span></i></div>
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<span style="color: purple;">To make it worse, we will pick our question from a box! I got no idea what kind of question is in there but after 3 finalists before me answered their questions, I got some confidence on facing mine because I believe I can answered all the question before. But soon after hearing the question, I was stunned. Of all things in Sabah, I picked up a question about a plant in Sabah. Unbelievable! =.=!!</span></div>
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<span style="color: purple;">I tried my best to recall all of my knowledge and experience to answer the question and can only hope that the judges will be impressed and convinced by my answers. </span></div>
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<span style="color: purple;">On 16th December 2011, the Sabah Young Tourism Ambassadors 2011/2012 Award Presentation and the Launching of Sabah Tourist Association Digital Map " The Eyes of Sabah" was held in Pan Pacific, Sutera Harbour. I was thrilled when I heard my name been called out as one of the winners! I'm very thankful that I was given this opportunity and I will valued it as one of my best moments in life. </span></div>
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<b>Datuk Masidi Manjun, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Environment presented the award to the winners.</b><span style="color: purple;"> </span></div>
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<b><i><span style="font-size: large;">Credits to <a href="http://www.facebook.com/BreezeMagazine" target="_blank">Breeze Magazine</a> and <a href="http://www.jofannabridal.com/" target="_blank">George Yong of Jofanna Bridal</a></span></i></b></div>
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<b><br /></b></div>Zimri Jameshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16416758043050734790noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773173901429655411.post-83629700698679509442012-05-14T16:57:00.001+08:002012-05-16T16:55:03.552+08:00Borneo Rainforest Lodge, Danum Valley<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="color: purple;">Hello! Greetings from STA, I hope everyone has been having a good time this month. :)</span><br />
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<span style="color: purple;">After spending almost a week on the road travelling from Sandakan to Lahad Datu, we came to our last destination in our schedule. </span><span style="color: purple;">On the 17th-19th of April, we had the chance to stay at the award-winning Borneo Rainforest Lodge (BRL) which is run by Borneo Nature Tours (BNT), situated in the heart of Danum Valley. BNT began operations since 1996, and is a subsidiary of Sabah Foundation Group of Companies (Yayasan Sabah). BRL is situated alongside the Danum River, flowing through the Danum Valley Conservation Area, Sabah's largest protected lowland rainforest which covers 43, 800 hectares and comprises almost entirely of lowland dipterocarp forest.</span></div>
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<span style="color: purple;">This happened to be my very first time being in Lahad Datu and going to BRL as well, and I was extremely excited (very cliche). The moment you step into the Borneo Nature Tours (BNT) office at Lahad Datu town, you are greeted with warm smiles and service. The office itself had a luxurious feel to it, with the cool ambiance and friendly staff. </span><span style="color: purple;">In order to get into BRL, you will have to go to the BNT office first to have their transportation pick you up, as entry to BRL is based on vehicles that are granted a permit by the forestry department. </span><br />
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<span style="color: purple;">From the BNT office in Lahad Datu town, the assigned driver will then drive you to BRL. </span><span style="color: purple;">Danum in itself is a beautiful place, a picturesque destination with trees in abundance. The journey to BRL takes approximately 2 hours and a half, from Lahad Datu town.</span><span style="color: purple;"> The road on the way is quite bumpy, but I assure you, the drivers are all very experienced and will make the journey as comfortable as possible for you.</span><br />
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<span style="color: purple;">After the 2 hours and a half journey, passing through many government tree replanting sites and the well-known Danum Valley Field Centre, we arrived at our destination.</span></div>
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<span style="color: purple;">Soon as we got out of the car, we were greeted by the floor staff as they draped us with a wreath of 'pandan' leaves around the neck, and handed an icy cool face towel to boot. Mind you, the weather was slightly humid when we got there. We were then escorted to the lobby, and served a 'pandan' lime drink. Just the right kind of drink, refreshing, as we listened to the Operations Manager, Mr.Henry Llames, brief us on the activities and facilities available at the lodge. He then introduced us to our guide, Mr.Dennysius Aloysius, or as he preferred to be called Denny, who further explained the activities that we will be doing and what to expect. (The whole time this was going on, I can think of nothing except for.... LEECHES!)</span></div>
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<span style="color: purple;">After the briefing was done, we were then taken to our rooms. I must say, I was really excited to see the room, what with the lobby looking like that.. one has to wonder. Well folks, wonder no more, I present to you our room!</span></div>
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<span style="color: purple;">What I really liked about our room was the fact that we were facing the river, a calming view. After settling in, Chloe and I headed to the boys' rooms to check out the scene. Boy oh boy, did I love Martin's room too. Spacious and comfy, he shared the same view as us; the serene river. After a quick snap of the room, all of us headed to the restaurant for lunch. </span></div>
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<span style="color: purple;">At 3pm sharp, we experienced our first walk of the day, a welcome to the virgin forest of Danum. For this afternoon walk, Denny brought us around the Nature Trail, which is 0.6km in length. The walk took us about 1 hour, roughly. So okay, let's get real here, Danum Valley is well-known for its population of leeches, especially the Tiger leech. *cringe*</span></div>
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<span style="color: purple;">Me being me, I was of course afraid of encountering it. What Chloe and I did was (yes ladies, tips here, don't forget it :)) we sprayed ourselves with insect repellents and made sure we didn't miss any body part. Naturally, I'm sure it makes sense why you would need insect repellent in the jungle, right? Unless you don't mind getting mosquito bites :p</span></div>
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<span style="color: purple;">We began our trek shortly after the introduction of the Mengaris tree, usually found in a tropical rainforest. Along the trail, there were a lot of flora habitats and we even saw a wild orchid. My first time seeing one, it is real pretty. We didn't see much of the fauna during this walk, but we managed to see the trails it left behind. In particular, a wild boar's trail. *piglet~~~*</span></div>
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<span style="color: purple;">After the walk, we returned to the lodge to freshen up for the night safari briefing and dinner. Due to the large crowd for the 8.45pm drive, we went for the earlier slot at 6.45pm as suggested by Denny. The drive lasted about 2 hours, and we were seated behind a big truck with the capacity of carrying at least 8 people. The ride was comfy, with cushioned seats on both sides and Denny was seated right on top of the truck as he was our spotter for the night. It was a quiet night for us, unfortunately, as there were not much to see due to the heavy rain earlier during the day. We then returned to the restaurant for dinner and to catch up on some much needed snooze after the long day.</span></div>
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<span style="color: purple;">The night ended pretty quickly, as I soon found myself all geared up, walking to the lobby for our early morning trek to the Canopy Walkway, which is 300m in length with multiple viewing platforms and stands at 26m at the highest point as stated in their website. The view from the top platform was simply breathtaking, coupled with the fresh air and cool morning breeze... ahh, it just can't get any better than this! Shortly after, we headed back for breakfast and to prepare for the 3 hours walk to the well-known Coffin Cliff.</span></div>
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<span style="color: purple;">The journey to the coffin cliff wasn't an easy one for me, as I rarely ever go for long walks. We were advised to each bring a walking stick, and it sure was useful going through the steep slopes along the hills. However, when we got to the viewpoint, it was worth the walk, as the view is just amazing. I was out of breath by the time we got up (warning: fitness level not good enough), so was everyone else except of course Denny. After a few snaps, we proceeded to go down to the burial grounds of the Dusun Subpan tribe. Walking to the burial site was kinda eerie in a way, what with it being extremely quiet and breezy, looks like a scene from another horror movie if you think about it...... kidding! :p</span></div>
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<span style="color: purple;">There are various coffins that are still visible on the cliff, with that of the Chief of the Subpan tribe as well as little children. Denny gave us a brief explanation on how to differentiate the coffins and how it was made during the olden days. After viewing the coffins, we then headed to the jacuzzi pool for a nice cold afternoon dip and fish spa. (picture a nice looking waterfall, clear water and lots of fishes) :)</span></div>
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<span style="color: purple;">I think I almost fell asleep in the tub, bad idea. hahaha. After soaking session, we quickly got ready for dinner as we had the night walk right after. For the night walk, we took the Nature Trail again. It was a bit chilly that night, and it even rained a little. We saw many kinds of amphibians and insects (none of which I can recall, due to the strange scientific names. sorry, hehe). Night walk ended around 9pm, and soon as we got back, both Chloe and I headed straight to the bar for a chill-out session. We spent the remainder of the night just chit-chatting with the staff and headed to snooze at 12. </span></div>
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<span style="color: purple;">The next morning was our last day at BRL. Initially, we were supposed to go for an early morning walk but the day before we changed plans to visit the Danum Valley Field Centre (DVFC) instead. Thankfully, we managed to get everything arranged at the last minute. We checked-out of our rooms around 10am, and headed straight for breakfast. A heavy one at that, as we were informed that no food is provided during the journey to DVFC and at DVFC itself. Before leaving, as per usual, we snapped photos with the BRL team. I felt sad upon leaving, as we had such a good time there with its amazing staff service and hospitality. Alas, time had come for us to go back to reality~~</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">It’s been a long week to Sandakan and Lahad Datu. I would
say, it is a great adventure! Why, because we get to travel several places in
almost a week and really thanks to our President of Sabah Tourist Association,
who drove us all the way from Kota Kinabalu. I also want to thank all who have
hosted us, the Sabah Young Tourism Ambassador.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Well, this is actually my second time to Sadakan and Lahad
Datu. I’ve been to Sandakan when I’m really young, that’s why I have limited
memories. As for Lahad Datu, I just visited this place in 2010 and I have
visited the same destination or attraction that I’m about to share here.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Visiting to Tabin Wildlife Reserve is not my first time. I
remembered the first time that I have visited Tabin Wildlife Reserve is when
I’m still in my college studying my Diploma in Tourism Management. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">It is funny though when I’m preparing myself to this trip
because I have been there and all the memories just flashed back and what I
have been through during my days in Tabin back in 2010. This trip, I make sure
I bring everything necessary, because what we need in Tabin Wildlife Reserve is
unexpected. I brought along extra bags, football socks, etc. Let me tell you
why before I start to talk about my experience in Tabin.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Why it’s funny?<br />
You don’t wanna know. I replace Leech Socks with Football/ Soccer Socks. Have
you thought about it? Well, at least the leech wouldn’t go in to the socks that
it’s ok enough. I brought plastics when I’m trekking to the volcano mud because
you just need to carry your stuffs after soaking in the Mud Volcano. You don’t
want to touch your clothes after going into the mud right? Try to think now,
how can you pack everything with mud cover your whole body? (Remember to share
a plastic with your friends. We are looking at protecting the environment).
Also, wet tissues. Why? Read through and you will know.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">As I mentioned, it is not my first time to visit Tabin
Wildlife Reserve and I’m shocked to see Stephen, our Nature Guide, Tabin’s
in-house guide. Although he can’t really remember me but when I mentioned my
past experience with him, he remembers! Stephen is a great guide; he has passion
in the wildlife and he’s an experienced wildlife guide.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">First of all, driving to Tabin Wildlife Reserve is not just
20 minutes but almost 2 hours from town. Meeting muddy roads all the way, we
have actually stuck-in-mud for several times because we are travelling by tour
van, not 4WD. Lucky enough we have locals who works there, saw us and they
helped us. Of course, all guys who are in our van, helped us push the van as to
overcome the problem which was Mr. Martin, the Treasurer of Sabah Tourist
Association and James, one of us.</span></div>
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On the First Day:<br />
Reaching Tabin Wildlife Reserve with an exciting mood but sadly, we are way
beyond schedule due to the muddy road. So, we just have to postpone our plans
to the next day in Tabin since we are staying there for 2 nights. Keeping
ourselves cosy and clean, all of us shared 3 bedrooms because there are 6 of
us. After settling ourselves, got to prepare for the first activity, which was
Night Safari.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">We were sitting at the back on a 4WD, searching for unique
wildlife. To tell the truth, somehow I didn’t manage to get a real closed up
pictures of the animals that we saw the other day but I manage to snap some
pictures when we are in action. That’s much more important to see how things
going on right?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Back to room after the Night Safari, James and I saw the
Leaf Grasshopper. It was so beautiful and it’s my first time seeing one this
close, I hope it’s James first time as well like I do. Normally they will just
hop-away when people are near to them as their senses are strong. The whole
situation when we took picture of the Leaf Grasshopper was like its dancing!
Really funny and that’s for the night.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">On the Second Day:<br />
We were up early for Dawn Drive. Yes, it’s part of our activities. In fact, the
first we saw was the Bucerotidae Hornbills and it’s everywhere! Then we came
across the tall highlighted Mangaris Tree, <span class="st">is the tallest tree
of the Bornean rainforest.</span></span></div>
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We started off with a simple jungle trek to the Mud Volcano. Trail to Lipad Mud
Volcano is just 700 metres. Not easy, not hard, just ok. It was really muddy, I
could say. Walking under giant trees, we saw different kind of plants.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span class="st">Now, the muddy mud volcano.<br />
Climbing up the tower for 3 minutes to enjoy the view of Mud Volcano. You
wouldn’t be surprised to see the wildlife around! Bear in mind that you must
pack your stuffs in your bag before going in to the mud because you are going
to get all muddy. And if you don’t, everything will be covered with mud... And
for my advice, please prepare wet tissue and I did and I share to everyone
because they didn’t expect it. On my first college trip to Tabin, I didn’t
prepare anything and it was so pain to wear the boots, trekking back to the 4WD
because your foot will be covers by mud and stones. I don’t want you to get
hurt like I do last time, but you can try maybe, at least? If you don’t mind.
:P But really, wet tissue helps a lot as you can clean your hands and carry
your bags, if you bring any bags. Also clean your foot before wearing the
boots. If not, poor guides need to help you all to carry all the way.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span class="st">Facts: You only can find Mud Volcano at Tabin
Wildlife Reserve other than the other destinations that you can explore in
Lahad Datu.</span></span></div>
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After soaking in the mud volcano, we visited the waterfall called Lipad
Waterfall and it’s beautiful. Washed away the mud on our body and face, I
saw... LEECH! I hope I have the pictures of the waterfall but too bad, my hands
are wet. Anyway, after some light swim, we need to do some adventurous trekking
back to the 4WD... Without any insect repellent! So, leeches are welcome ;) </span></span></div>
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It was raining once we reached the restaurant. So we took a rain bath! Well,
when you are in the rainforest, you just need to try taking a rain bath. It was
fun! We had some coffee and tea before head to our bedrooms to clean up.</span></span></div>
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After shower, took some rest and continue with Herbal Foot Soak before the Dusk
Drive. Herbal Foot Soak was awesome and it’s so relaxing after a long jungle
trek. For Dusk Drive, we saw lots of monkeys, the<i> </i><span class="st">Pig- tailed Macaque, and they are stealing foods from the trees. Plus, we witness the flying squirrels swinging from tree to tree. I bet you will see it when you are there too!</span></span><br />
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</tbody></table>I am Chloe Tiffany Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05401654192258189110noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773173901429655411.post-89703633692081843652012-04-09T14:58:00.000+08:002012-04-09T14:58:32.304+08:00Monsopiad Cultural Village, 10th March 2012<div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Well hello there, readers! :)</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">On a beautiful, sunny Saturday, we got the chance to visit Monsopiad Cultural Village, the historical living museum of the Kadazandusun tribe. Our guide for the day tour was Ben, one of the senior staffs at Monsopiad. He was dressed in the traditional warrior costume, with headgear and all.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">We were treated to a cultural dance performance, where the Monsopiad music and dance troupe performed several traditional dances. The well-known 'Sumazau' and 'Magunatip' dance were among the dances that were featured. For each performance, the dancers transformed into various traditional costumes.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Those are just some of the variety of 'Sumazau' dances that you can expect to watch while at Monsopiad. The opening performance was the 'Sumazau Penampang', whereby after they have performed, the audience are invited to do the 'Sumazau' as well as the 'Magunatip'. It was hilarious as we tried the 'Magunatip', I panicked and stopped dancing as the music got faster. LOL moment</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">After the cultural dance performance, we were given a tour of the 'House of Skulls'. This house showcases the skulls collected by headhunter warrior, Monsopiad, as well as other traditional Kadazandusun artifacts. Here, Ben explained to us how Monsopiad began his career as a headhunter and the story of his life. According to Ben, the village was built on the same land that Monsopiad lived and roamed about three centuries ago by his direct descendants, the 6th and 7th generations.</span><br />
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<span style="color: purple;">The tour continued as we proceeded to make the rounds at the traditional games site, Kadazandusun house, rice wine making station and so on. There is so much to see here, the tour just gets better and better!</span><br />
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</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">As per customary, a tour is incomplete without the final group photo. *rolls eyes* KIDDING!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt9UlGHHs1Z6byVMIyVTtsEMsKFH4C2ZnQbRbhkV7630E0NekW5Vk-AB-7ded_PDtWGX_dIZiMv3811IENjp_YbnF4ANkKZsQGUrnx7qvmUASqxpl7GPfvTsR1pfDtc0_vHTkTUdnrk4M/s1600/DSC03249.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt9UlGHHs1Z6byVMIyVTtsEMsKFH4C2ZnQbRbhkV7630E0NekW5Vk-AB-7ded_PDtWGX_dIZiMv3811IENjp_YbnF4ANkKZsQGUrnx7qvmUASqxpl7GPfvTsR1pfDtc0_vHTkTUdnrk4M/s320/DSC03249.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">An awe inspiring place, with rich histories of the Kadazandusun tribe, definitely a must-see for all locals and tourists alike. So go on, click this link <a href="http://www.monsopiad.com/Index.html" target="_blank">Monsopiad Cultural Village</a>, you know you want to. *winks*</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><b>INQUIRIES</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Monsopiad Cultural Village Sdn. Bhd.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Kampung Kuai Kandazon</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Penampang, Sabah, Malaysia</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">P.O Box 153, 89458, Tanjung Aru</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Sabah (East Malaysia)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><b>Tel: +60 88 761336</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><b>Fax: +60 88 761680</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><b>Email: info@monsopiad.com</b></span></div></div></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773173901429655411.post-90797802979333802112012-04-04T00:06:00.000+08:002012-04-04T00:24:52.098+08:00Zipping with Zip Borneo at Kiulu<div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: black; font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; text-align: center;">
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Ambassadors and finalists went for a day trip at Kiulu, Tamparuli. There are
three activities that we did that Saturday. Now, let’s see what we have been
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<span style="font-size: large;">Activity One: Zipping with Zip Borneo</span></b><br />
Zip Borneo (Asia Ability) offers several activities but the activity that we get
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<span style="font-size: small;"><i><span lang="EN-GB">"Whizz across the Kiulu River and back again for a unique double zipline experience! Start by climbing our hair raising 18 meter tower before zipping across to a jungle platform. With the help of our instructors, you will clip into a second cable and woosh your way back to the adventure centre after travelling 320 meters of zipline cable!" - Zip Borneo</span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">It was fun and exciting when we first stepped onto the field. Bear in mind that, "Please stay away from the cables", it's dangerous.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Welcome by Alex, the Expedition Manager whizzed across the Kiulu River and greets us. By the way, it's a nice welcome by showing us how it is like to do flying fox. This is her picture with an incredible pose. I can't do that!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Alex began with the basic safety briefing before we started.</span><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">One by one, each gadget were clearly explained on
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<span style="font-size: small;">Yep. That is how we did. Pictures left a thousand words. All together, 320 meters of zipline cable of double zipline experience. But please remember not to be too close to the cables while you are doing the flying fox, otherwise, it's all fun and exciting! More pictures on my <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ChloeTiffanyLee" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">Next activity on that day that we have done? Gonna check on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ChloeTiffanyLee" target="_blank">Chloe's</a> next pose. ;)</span></span></div>I am Chloe Tiffany Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05401654192258189110noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773173901429655411.post-60556516722811427202012-03-22T00:52:00.003+08:002012-04-03T12:43:43.151+08:00The Green Connection<div style="color: black;">
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">This is my first trip to travel as a
Sabah Young Tourism Ambassador. Not bad for a good kick start, the finalists
and ambassadors visited Green Connection and gained our knowledge.</span></div>
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Green Connection. He is the acting Head of Education and he has accompanied us
from the beginning of our tour until the end before you say ‘goodbye’.</span></div>
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that we met was the Plumbeous Water Snake, which located right before the
entrance into the small cave called the Cave Fauna. The Green Connection is
displaying the few types of insects that can be found in Malaysia. Bear in mind
that the cave is a man-made cave. You should try to hold it when you are there.
Interesting piece of art!</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Mr. Eric has a great and wide knowledge for
the creatures that can be found in Malaysia, may it be the marine life, or wildlife
creatures that live in the jungle.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">After a short tour in the Cave, we came
to the aquariums and Mr. Eric was explaining to us and to let us know how many
endangered species here in Sabah. I have to agree that back in 1950, the forest
is wide and there are enough space for the endangered species to stay in the forest.
Now, and later in 2020, the forest was expected to be less than 30% what we
have in 1950. Now, Sabah still has about 40 rhinos, 1500 pygmy elephants, and
11000 orangutans.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Just a personal reminder, if we don’t
help them to secure the forest, the endangered species will extinct soon. I
remembered when I did my thesis about Orang Utan and Proboscis Monkey, you will
be shocked how the numbers of both primates gone lesser and lesser.</span></div>
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appears. It is the Borneo Short Tail Python and this is my first time placing a
python around my neck. I didn’t see it coming thou, suddenly they just placed
it on my neck. Wow.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">By the way, I have decided to upload
a picture and do you know why there is a thorn at its tail? I will not tell the
answer yet but you need to find out from The Green Connection during your
visit!</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Other than fishes, there are actually
more that you can see in The Green Connection. You can visit my <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ChloeTiffanyLee/photos" target="_blank">Facebook</a> anytime you want for more pictures.</span></div>
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hall where there will be a showcase of fish feeding. I was so excited when I
saw one of the staff were diving and fed the fishes, sea turtles, stingrays, and
shark, because I am a diver too. So, I asked Mr. Eric whether is there any
packages for tourists to dive in The Green Connection, and he said yes! As for
the price, it’s below RM200, if I am not mistaken. But you can call them
anytime to their office for clarifications.</span></div>
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to ask the ambassadors and finalists to pledge for “Say No to Shark Fins”
campaign. For me, this is not my first time pledging and it is a good campaign and awareness for the public and
tourists. To tell the truth, there is no nutrition from eating shark fins but
it contains mercury and it’s bad for health when you eat it most of the time.
Human who killed the sharks should feel ashamed when you see the displayed
pictures that can be seen on the walls. It’s really sad to see from 50 sharks,
and left 1 shark in the future, or none. Do you want to see such wonderful
creatures to extinct in the future and there will be no chances for the future
generations to know about sharks? Well, I do not want this to happen as I have
witness a baby white shark during Project Aware, it was a magic. Miracle! Trust
me. There are harmless, unless you harmed them.</span></div>
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and we had some photo sessions in a group. Funny moments when we are taking
pictures because we need to wait for the turtles or fishes or stingray be in
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just knew that the Crown of Thorns is dangerous as they will kill the corals.</span></div>
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The Green Connection and do share with us for your experience there. Thank you
The Green Connection for hosting us and thank you Mr. Eric for teaching us, and
guiding us along the tour.</span><span lang="EN-GB"></span></span></div>
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<br /></div>I am Chloe Tiffany Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05401654192258189110noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773173901429655411.post-16856477668748554952012-03-20T12:43:00.074+08:002012-04-03T16:04:35.317+08:00Sabah Tea Garden Cottage, Long House & Camp Ground<div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Hello again, readers! :)</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">A little bit about our accommodation during our visit to Sabah Tea Garden. As mentioned in the previous post, we stayed at the cottages. It is a beautifully decorated cottage, homey and warm. Just the kind of feeling you would want your visitors to feel when they step inside. I got the privilege to share a cottage with Chloe and Queenie, in cottage number 2. </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Before you enter the cottage, it has a small gate with the name of the cottage. Ours was facing the lush scenery of Nalapak.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGweIbWw-9J0NWYgOGXg2uy8WZw1AkBYu_ivrs8liGNHztTbRNw2jWoZ-hqyDNtFqfQbYHDpItX3W0YB5bTme1wVwSLGV2L9sITpIzsKmhFIEexvup9Lq9FP8lNm1XJwLWJ5ldPGPWYzE/s1600/IMG_2667.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGweIbWw-9J0NWYgOGXg2uy8WZw1AkBYu_ivrs8liGNHztTbRNw2jWoZ-hqyDNtFqfQbYHDpItX3W0YB5bTme1wVwSLGV2L9sITpIzsKmhFIEexvup9Lq9FP8lNm1XJwLWJ5ldPGPWYzE/s320/IMG_2667.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbl73PQ_oYYAJr0_BwBWzW_Tj4hqQ6HXddVZD7vh9MW7_iohwzI4Tqx9QKUiHDVxvWAI41ZjR-x50_e5zs5kaICVdP4yD_HaZ7d9n_RLiSKJDkVPrGSPAqCHmFjjk1YTel6L7fWk2Apxk/s1600/IMG_2677.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbl73PQ_oYYAJr0_BwBWzW_Tj4hqQ6HXddVZD7vh9MW7_iohwzI4Tqx9QKUiHDVxvWAI41ZjR-x50_e5zs5kaICVdP4yD_HaZ7d9n_RLiSKJDkVPrGSPAqCHmFjjk1YTel6L7fWk2Apxk/s320/IMG_2677.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdnsWpsmWLmVuQkZ28DWV9ejK-uFm1WF8aJ871JCitui7SR6kggWUzgbqsMxwUHcUC_LeiPyfhTg-ZXrH7oYTfA-HFEBezmd2WOSs8FxwUlaUjOo9obDo2S7FWXlq_HbhhQxdmWZJv-lE/s1600/DSC02769.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdnsWpsmWLmVuQkZ28DWV9ejK-uFm1WF8aJ871JCitui7SR6kggWUzgbqsMxwUHcUC_LeiPyfhTg-ZXrH7oYTfA-HFEBezmd2WOSs8FxwUlaUjOo9obDo2S7FWXlq_HbhhQxdmWZJv-lE/s320/DSC02769.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">The cottage consisted of one bedroom, which had a Queen and Single size bed to accommodate 3 persons. It even has a </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;">small living room, LCD TV with Astro Channels, dressing table with mirror, private bathroom (with heater), closet and air-conditioning unit.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Overall, the cottage is very comfortable to stay in. I especially love the pillows, oh-so-fluffy! Wish I could sleep in all day.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Aside from the cottage, the Long House and Camping Ground is also available. For more information, click on these links <a href="http://www.sabahtea.com.my/index/tourism/accommodation/sabahtea_longhouse.html" target="_blank">Sabah Tea Long House</a>, <a href="http://www.sabahtea.com.my/index/tourism/accommodation/camp_ground.html" target="_blank">Camping Ground</a> and <a href="http://www.sabahtea.com.my/index/tourism/accommodation/cottages.html" target="_blank">Cottage</a>.</span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773173901429655411.post-70114686087235347302012-03-20T11:02:00.008+08:002012-04-03T14:35:55.935+08:00Sabah Tea Garden<span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;">Hello hello readers! I hope everyone has had a pleasant March so far. I know I have :)</span><br />
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</span></div><div><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;">We were invited for a 2 days 1 night stay from the 3rd to 4th of March, and were hosted by Melidin and Tenny of the Sabah Tea management. Our journey to Ranau began at 8am, as there was already a schedule prepared for us from the management which involved various activities. The highlight of our activity on Saturday was the shooting that the NTV7 crew were going to do. We were informed that NTV7 is shooting a new television show, Tea Tracker, and we were asked to be part of it as visitors to Sabah Tea to showcase what activities are available for prospective visitors.</span><br />
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<span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;">To keep myself distracted, I was camwhoring (I know, vain! can't help it) for the first 30 minutes of the journey while everyone else was chitchatting. 30 minutes? Really, Precious? *yes, you may roll your eyes at me. you are most welcomed to do so*</span><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibHCwRTzOt4Loqj3mFC3SB0M8iHghU-yXrcZxSUFc8ska1lm4NZYEBGF9dN2uzM_3leo9BiLTFdRsz1Lbu5zNI3T0zxRfU7tMtaHHo-gQK_X7B3jNOaTPTB_vhmTxdl8cFWBYvTs10TE0/s1600/IMG-20120303-00397.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibHCwRTzOt4Loqj3mFC3SB0M8iHghU-yXrcZxSUFc8ska1lm4NZYEBGF9dN2uzM_3leo9BiLTFdRsz1Lbu5zNI3T0zxRfU7tMtaHHo-gQK_X7B3jNOaTPTB_vhmTxdl8cFWBYvTs10TE0/s320/IMG-20120303-00397.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;">Actually, I got Queenie to join me, so that I won't look like a loner. LOL</span><br />
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</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">The journey to Ranau took us 2 hours plus. By the time we got to Sabah Tea Garden, we were just in time for lunch! Oh, how everyone was starving! Despite the hunger, we still managed to snap photos of the restaurant, etc before settling for our lunch. The lunch set consisted of 3 dishes, veggie, black pepper beef and sweet and sour fish. Super yummy! (yes, we were that hungry.) As soon as we finished, we were given our room keys to drop off our bags before heading to the multipurpose hall for the activities.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Initially I refused to participate in the games, but I couldn't stay away. This was where the fun started, with our first activity, which was Batik printing. We were provided with a cloth that has a picture waxed onto it and were given the necessary tools to colour it to our liking. Everyone was able to unleash their creative side into their Batik prints.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwytn7ovUt0cBZBcog6E6jDaCeFbfgBR5OG87NLuDanLnhdAAszPbVIs5iDMCcWrk9kaHtXWwk2wf6YdkymJOiW6eewpjn2hN0VhrAE5FLF3t8rjwmwG5Fa2g5UWVaW5gE3T85xOayaQw/s1600/IMG_2693.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwytn7ovUt0cBZBcog6E6jDaCeFbfgBR5OG87NLuDanLnhdAAszPbVIs5iDMCcWrk9kaHtXWwk2wf6YdkymJOiW6eewpjn2hN0VhrAE5FLF3t8rjwmwG5Fa2g5UWVaW5gE3T85xOayaQw/s320/IMG_2693.JPG" width="213" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">We then proceeded with the Sukaneka Games (various sports related activities). Before that, Tenny divided us into two groups with 5 person in each. The first game was <i>'Si Buta Mencari Selipar', </i>followed by a 5 in 1 game, namely; <i>'Makan Oren', 'Tiup Tepung', 'Kupas Bawang Putih', 'Tiup Belon' and lastly, 'Ekor Monyet'. * translations can be found at the bottom of page, above contact details. </i>It was </span><span style="color: purple;">really hilarious seeing everyone play these games, it got everybody acting like little kids, even Jennety, Beron and Mariam. ;D</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Overall, everyone enjoyed the games session. I hadn't expect it to be that tiring, but it was. We retreated to our own rooms soon after to get ready for dinner and the next shooting scene, in the Long House. NTV7 began shooting around 7.30pm and it included the dancing scenes, whereby Adrian Jalaludin (the host) participated in the 'Sumazau' and 'Magunatip' dance. During the 'Sumazau', a few of us were asked to join as well. The shoot then ended with the 'Magunatip' and off to dinner. We then had karaoke session, where I literally sang my heart out (I'm really a great bathroom singer). ;p</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">The next morning, we were suppose to catch the sun rise, but alas, it was raining heavily. We skipped to breakfast and the tea factory tour right after, where Melidin guided us in the process of tea-making and what makes a good tea. We ended our session with group photos, and I must say, by the end of it all, I was really exhausted. You don't realize it until after you've left the place. The hosts were really hospitable, and I'm grateful to have been given such a chance to experience Sabah Tea Garden with them. Thank you! :)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;">Adrian trying out the 'Magunatip' dance. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><b>Malay words translations:</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">'Makan Oren' - Orange Eating Competition</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">'Tiup Tepung' - Blowing Powder or Flour</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">'Kupas Bawang Putih' - Peel the garlic</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">'Tiup Belon' - Blow Balloons</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">'Ekor Monyet' - Monkey's Tail</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">'Si Buta Mencari Selipar' - The blind looking for his/her slippers (blindfolded in this case)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</b></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: purple;"><b>INQUIRIES</b></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;"><b>TEA GARDEN (Visitor Check-In & Restaurant)</b><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;">Address</span><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;"> </span><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;">: Km17, Jalan Ranau/Sandakan, Kg. Nalapak, 89309 Ranau, Sabah, Malaysia.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;">Tel: (6088) 879220<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;"><b>SABAH TEA SDN. BHD. (Inquiries & Reservation)</b><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;">Address 1: Lot 83, Lorong Mega, Off Jalan Kilang, Sedco Industrial Estate, 88450 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;">Address 2: P. O. Box 14479,88851 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;">Tel: (6088) 440882<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;">Fax: (6088) 423448<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;">Email: info@sabahtea.net</span></div></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773173901429655411.post-46327635870190449982012-03-16T17:00:00.002+08:002012-03-29T11:14:29.679+08:00Flying Fox with Zip Borneo (Asia Ability)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioh3SXM06sAgX0k5eGvuBcAu4p-Il324usXD_qzrqmck_WDT0RNGmmyKI4C_gsLU6RyF03CQnEgxA21jKVlqWvJOUw5ijOiL1ViBLg3-VQaZ5K_S9z-bvfRGVw2JJknRX6xMD6GANuvBw/s1600/IMG_6739.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioh3SXM06sAgX0k5eGvuBcAu4p-Il324usXD_qzrqmck_WDT0RNGmmyKI4C_gsLU6RyF03CQnEgxA21jKVlqWvJOUw5ijOiL1ViBLg3-VQaZ5K_S9z-bvfRGVw2JJknRX6xMD6GANuvBw/s320/IMG_6739.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;">The ambassadors/finalists, after arriving in Kiulu.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Saturday, 11th February 2012.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">After arriving in Kiulu, we started out our day trip with the Flying Fox activity, which was hosted by Zip Borneo (Asia Ability). Initially, I found the idea of hanging in the air a daunting task, but then again, it's not like its my first time. (wow, I sound so confident)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Or so I thought.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Before Alex, our guide, briefed us, we actually went around the site and had a look at the activity ground. When I saw a really, REALLY tall tower, I knew in my heart I wanted to be the first one to go. Mainly because I was scared, and wanted the adrenaline rush. (all the while having thoughts of how it would be super awesome if I could just fly and stay afloat in the air, childish but yes, it just seems so cool to fly!) ;)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;">The extremely tall tower I was talking about *cringe*</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Then we gathered at point 1, as Alex calls it, where she began the safety procedure briefing. Apparently there was such a thing as size for the safety gear, because earlier on, we were joking with Adrian of District 21 paintball, that the safety gears are a one-size fits all type. It proved to be a wrong theory. There are sizes for those who are slightly bigger than average, as well as for children. So remember, do ask for sizes if you are unsure :)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;">Can't recall what were laughing about, hmm *thinking*</span></div><br />
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</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Of course after briefing was done, we geared up and took turns to go on the tower. I was among the first to go, feeling all giddy and nervous while climbing up the flight of stairs. The walk was a mini workout, I got so dizzy by the time we reached the top. Initially I wanted to be the first one to go, but decided otherwise due to my nervousness. LOL! The view from up top was scenic, unless you're afraid of heights, like me. I remembered saying I will not look down, and James was telling me, "you're already up here, of course you should look at everything, including down". Oh my, so I did, thinking I'd get past the nervousness. How very wrong of me. *cringe*</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">We were again briefed by the guide at station two (tower), and had our safety gear clipped on to the hanging ropes for safety while waiting for our turns. They're super nice, 'cause they actually let me calm myself and assured me it was 100% safe, etc. (obviously Precious, otherwise you wouldn't have been allowed to go, har har har). James was the first to go, and then myself. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;">James: I'm ready!</span></div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;">Ah, you see, that's him. Bet he had a huge smile plastered on his face.</span></div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;">and finally, yours truly. Very poised even though I was dangling in the air.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">The feeling of being in the air was totally different, yes, I had my safety nets (I know, it is gears, but you get what I mean right) and my feet were clutching onto my sandals tight. We were warned about the possibilities of our sandals etc slipping off, so uhm, yeah. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;">Closer shot of yours truly. ;)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">While gliding through the air towards the third station, across the river, there are already 4 staff members ready to catch you upon your arrival. When you get to the third station, you'll stop abruptly while still hanging in the air (we were warned about this earlier, so I wasn't surprised. duh Precious) before the staffs help you down and transfer you to the other cable to prepare you for the trip back to the fourth and final station. I was still pretty much excited, because I was going for the second glide back to safety. :D</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">The arrival at the final station is pretty much the same as the third one, except that this time we're on ground. Far less intimidating. *huge smile*</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Thank you Zip Borneo (Asia Ability) for hosting us, I really enjoyed the 15 minutes experience of flying. Hopefully next time we'll get to do more! :)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">P/S: Zip Borneo provides other activities as well, kindly visit their website for more information.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><b>For enquiries:</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><b><br />
</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;"><b>ZIP BORNEO</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;"><b>Tel: +60 1380 88075</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;"><b>Email: ask@zipborneo.com</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;"><b>Website: www.zipborneo.com</b></span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773173901429655411.post-11049562315404785772012-03-01T16:18:00.006+08:002012-03-29T11:14:58.061+08:00District 21, Paintball baby!<div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">So I posted about our trip for rafting awhile back, right? Hope you guys enjoyed that, 'cause now its time for paintball!! ;) </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Mmhm, you read that right, paintball. The minute you utter the word "PAINTBALL", the image that first comes to mind is a big field, you in a bodysuit holding your marker, (note: Paintball guns are also called 'Markers'), hiding behind your bunker, getting ready for battle....... so you feel really cool now 'cause you have a gun, with your mask on. "I look so cool, imma snap a photo of me & post this right now"</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Then suddenly it hit you that paintball will actually make you bruise, and you're going all, "OMG, I'M GOING TO BRUISE! BIRU LA SA NE KANA TIMBAK! NOOOO!!!", in your head. Yes, this scenario was playing in my head over and over until the day actually presented itself and we were left with no choice but to participate in the game.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;">Precious, before gearing up. See that big smile?</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Well let me tell you now, and clarify this myth about paintball (is it a myth? maybe I'm exaggerating), it will hurt only if you don't play by the rules. By rules, there are a few; do not shoot in a close range, never remove your mask at all times when you're on the field, and always pay attention to the directions during briefing. Kapish? I thought so.</span><br />
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<span style="color: purple;">Briefing from Adrian Boon, one half of the twosome that hosted us for Paintball. They even assisted us while gearing up. They're really friendly, so don't be shy :)</span><br />
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</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;">All geared up and ready for the battlefield!</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">After briefing and gearing up, we divided ourselves into two groups, each with 6 members. I was all set and ready to go, even though in my head I knew I'd get blue black (note: I didn't bruise at all). As soon as we stepped onto the field, this was what came to mind; me behind my bunker, shooting and then rolling on the ground killing people (I mean marking them) and ducking for cover after shooting them.... *insert Star Wars battle song here* sounds epic, huh. Well, at least in my head it was. </span></div><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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<span style="color: purple;">I'll admit, I got really excited for the second round. I don't know why exactly, but I was so hyped up and it felt like I was really going into war. Most would think that a game would last more than 30 minutes or so, but no. Sorry to burst your bubbles, as much as we imagine it would be really long like in the movies, in reality, its not. In fact, it can even finish in less than 10 minutes; depending on the players ability to shoot and kill of course. :p</span><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">The second match was really fast, I didn't even realize it was down to the 3 of us, as we were playing 4x4. It got so exciting that at one point, I kind of forgot to look before I shoot. "How in the world?", but yeah, I did. So I was shooting aimlessly for 10 seconds, and then I saw my target, the one person left on the opposing team. Yes I went all out and did my military-ish moves that I had in mind (sort of), I was moving as fast as I could to the front, trying to hide myself as well. Sweet victory was ours, as yours truly had the opportunity of shooting down the opponent. Hurrah!!!</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">With a big smile (though its not visible, 'cause I had the mask on), arms in the air, I was really waving it like I didn't care. All the while, this song was playing in my head, "This is how we do it".</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">To the winning team, good job I say. District 21 really had us all excited like little kids getting a new toy. I had wished we had more time to play, but alas, we had a schedule to follow. The next time you feel like destressing yourself, I suggest paintball with friends. It really helps release all your emotions (for me it did), worked wonders. :)</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Once again, huge thanks to District 21 for hosting our paintball session. It was a good one, I will definitely come back. That's for sure. :)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Oh before I forget, I know most would think that when playing paintball, if the paint got onto your clothes, its not washable. Well.. think again. IT IS! District 21 uses<span style="font-family: inherit;"> "</span></span><span style="background-color: white; color: purple;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Field Protected paintball designed with field friendly properties that breaks on target and suited for most weather conditions. </span>Environmentally<span style="font-family: inherit;"> friendly </span>EcoFill<sup style="font-family: inherit; vertical-align: top;">TM</sup><span style="font-family: inherit;"> combined with a paintball formulated for rugged play, foliage penetration, and rental markers these </span>paintball<span style="font-family: inherit;"> certainly lend themselves to a great day of play at the paintball park." </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: white; color: purple; font-family: inherit;"><br />
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</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><b>Andrew Koh</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><b>Operation - Managing Director</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><b>Mobile: +6 014-3539102</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><b><br />
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</span></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773173901429655411.post-42534867830378298962012-02-22T09:18:00.004+08:002012-03-29T11:21:03.369+08:00North Borneo Railway 15th February 2012<div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Happy belated Valentines everyone! A wee bit late, but I hope everyone had a good one :)</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Just a day after V-day, James, Jennety, Sabrina and myself, went on board the <a href="http://www.suteraharbour.com/v3/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=131&Itemid=64" target="_blank">North Borneo Railway</a> (NBR) train courtesy of <a href="http://www.suteraharbour.com/v3/" target="_blank">Sutera Harbour Resort</a>. The NBR train is the oldest running steam train in Sabah and Borneo as stated in their website, but it looks magnificent inside. Yes, I meant that. MAGNIFICENT! ;)</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><b>Timeless, classic, vintage. </b>Just three words that I can think of to summarize the train as a whole. With wood paneling, cushioned seats, a personal table and open air ventilation.. it can't get any better than this. As soon as you step into the NBR train, it just gives you that nostalgic feeling of old-school luxury. The look and feel of it made me think like I was in some old British movie, "Ah, yes please. A cuppa tea for me, and some scones too." *snickers*</span><br />
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</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Before going on board the train, we were given a passport which we collected from the NBR office for stamping purposes. There are 5 stations altogether, the first station is of course Tanjung Aru Station. In the passport, there are several stamps that you will collect when passing each station. The stations after the initial one are Putatan, Kinarut, Kawang and finally Papar. How does it feel to have a passport on a train? Well, I felt like a tourist of course! Royalty~ :p</span></div><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">The interior of the train, as mentioned earlier, looked really fancy and old-school. In a good way of course. I felt like I had to act all lady-like just 'cause, hehehe. As soon as we got on board, we were served with a refreshing glass of ice lemon tea. Then we were served with a light breakfast, which consisted of Danish pastries, croissant and a beverage choice of either coffee or tea.</span><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">After departing from Tg.Aru station, the next station we passed was Putatan and we stopped at the third station, Kinarut town. Before our initial stopover, we actually recorded a short clip to capture the sound and essence of the train. This was really funny, as I had to talk into the camera and I tell you I am a very shy person when it comes to recording videos. I shall upload the video in the next post. ;)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">The train made a 20 minutes stop here, where all passengers were invited to visit the Tien Shi Buddhist Temple which was built by Chinese people who moved to Sabah during the olden days.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;">Inside the temple, Sabrina & Jennety looking on as the worker demonstrates how to rub the bowl & make the water splash inside the bowl.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">I took the opportunity to snap photos of the place and of course, what most people would normally do, camwhore (snap your own face with anything that represents the place) :p</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">I must say, the view was too nice to pass up camwhore photos, LOL!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><b>Imelda Thadeus</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><b>Sales Manager</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><b>H/P:</b> +60 17 813 9300</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><b>Tel: </b>+60 88 303 202</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><b>Fax:</b> +60 88 303 338/303 337</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><b>Email:</b> imelda.thadeus@suteraharbour.com.my</span></div></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773173901429655411.post-82209569069516777322012-02-22T01:48:00.000+08:002012-03-29T21:55:47.604+08:00Chloe Tiffany Lee: The Pre-Beginning<div class="MsoNoSpacing">
<i><span lang="EN-GB">“In this world, people always wanted to
achieve something in their life. No matter it’s big, or small.” – Chloe</span></i></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB">Sabah Young Tourism Ambassador is
totally a new programme in the state to end the year 2011. The first
introduction that I saw was on Daily Express where the organizer, Sabah Tourist
Association advertised in. My parents encouraged me to give a try as I am into
the Tourism Industry.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB">I applied without hesitation because I
understand that this competition is different than the one I have joined before
which was Miss Borneo Tourism Queen International back in 2010. Back then til now, I am
officially the title holder of Miss Nature’s Guardian, Miss Charity, and Miss
Popular. As the title holder, I am contributing back to the community and to
protect the environment by organizing small events or activities. </span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB">Well, even though both are related in
tourism but I believe I am able contribute more in the Tourism Industry as the
Sabah Young Tourism Ambassador to promote our beautiful state with the help of
our host. Without the hosts and sponsors, we can’t go further.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB">“Non-stop giving, my friend” – Chloe</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB">Back, to the competition.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB">50 semi finalists were chosen through
online applications and all of us met at the Lok Kawi Wildlife Park. We had
given a challenge to write a short article for the attractions in Lok Kawi
Wildlife Park. There is a limit of words for the article and we need to submit
by noon.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB">As the day passes and all of us are
waiting for that important call... Jennety, the Executive Secretary for Sabah
Tourist Association and she’s taking care of us now in every trip, called me
and told me the good news. I am overwhelmed and called my parents to share the
good news.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB">After writing article on the spot, what
is next? It’s the final interview.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB">10 finalists were called to have an
interview at Pan Pacific, Sutera Harbour. I packed my bags from work, and head
all the way to Sutera Harbour. Never expect to pick a number but I am number
two in the first group since we have divided into two groups. It’s actually
five finalists in a group.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB">Meeting the judges... on my birthday.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB">I can feel my heart is beating fast that
moment as I am nervous sitting in front of the judges. They are the past and
current president of Sabah Tourist Association, and the representative from the
Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Environment and Sabah Tourism Board.</span></div>
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nervous because we don’t know what is going to happen next.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB">The question that I picked without
peeking was about the Cultural Villages that we had in Kota Kinabalu.
Basically, I answered according to my experience and what I feel about because
I have explored both Cultural Villages on a road trip, the Mari Mari Cultural
Village and Monsopiad Cultural Village. I answered accordingly. Ops. Not to
forget, the interview session is recorded and you can see all of us in sweat.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB">After the interview, we felt relieved.
Never expected, all finalists from the first group wished me “Happy Birthday”
when one of them broke the news. *laugh*we took group pictures for great
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<span lang="EN-GB">16th December 2011, the Sabah Young
Tourism Ambassador 2011/2012 Award Presentation and the Launching of Sabah
Tourist Association Digital Map “The EYEs of Sabah”. That is when and where the
announcement made. Datuk Masidi had given a memorable speech and we received
the awards from Datuk.</span></div>
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<span class="style7"><span lang="EN-GB">“I'm happy that Sabah has three Tourism Ambassadors
now. Congratulations! Thank you to Sabah Tourist Association for organizing
this event. It's a special gift to end this year and also a special gift to
start next year. Now, we have responsibilities in our hands. Let's work
together as a big big family!” – By Chloe, <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">posted
on Facebook at 16<sup>th</sup> Dec 2011, night time</i>.</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB">Chloe Tiffany Lee, Sign out.</span></div>I am Chloe Tiffany Leehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05401654192258189110noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8773173901429655411.post-48231117827649460752012-02-21T14:42:00.004+08:002012-03-29T11:15:43.427+08:00Rafting! with Fastream Rafting :)<div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;">On the 11th of February 2012, SYTA ambassadors and finalists went on a little adventure! We headed all the way to Kiulu for some crazy fun activities, which included rafting, flying fox and paintball. However, I'll be sharing with you more about the rafting activity we did. Our rafting was sponsored by Fastream Rafting, thank you Fastream!!!! :)</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;">So the usual drill, journey began early around 7.30am as we depart from our pick-up points. After we got everyone, we left at 8am and arrived in Kiulu around 9. Rafting was the last activity for the day, it started at 12. As we got all geared up, everyone was excited seeing as the water currents on that day looked pretty great especially for a Level 1 and 2 rafting site.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;">Briefing before the expedition began :D</span></div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;">One last group photo before we begin!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Shortly after briefing, we began the road to teaching Precious how to swim! *blows trumpet*</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><b>Fact about Precious:</b> she does not know how to swim... AT ALL. Even with a LIFE JACKET ON! Dead serious about that, hehe. I reckon I'd be the last reliable person to help anyone when it comes to being in the sea, etc. Regardless, our journey started off being bumpy and soon enough as expected, the weather changed and it began drizzling.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;">The gang! Marissa, Grolina, Chloe and myself. :)</span></div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;">Chloe still managed a big smile, after we got stuck on a rock. Lost track of how many times it happened though. hehe</span></div><br />
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</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit;">Ladylike pose with Grolina, trying to look cool eventhough we were getting really exhausted. </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Despite the exhaustion, we weren't slowing down. In fact, our guide made us row even faster! The rain started pouring heavily by then, making it all the more fun, quoting our guide, "Lagi kuat tu hujan, lagi siok ne!". Which in English, literally means, the heavier the rain, all the more fun we'll have rafting. hahaha</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">We reached the resting point, where our rafters, (there were two boats used that day), stopped and parked us on the side. Here we had a little bit of fun, and got in the water. It was freezing cold, but nice at the same time. We were even asked if we wanted to do body rafting, which we didn't do at first but did so at the end of our journey. More on that later.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">The journey towards the end was superb, I can't count how many times we almost slipped in the boat... all in the name of good fun! We had an awesome guide for our boat, friendly and easy to get along with. You would not regret going with Fastream Rafting. Funny guys, and both teams were competitive, splashing each other while racing to the ending point. A very memorable day I must say, I don't regret swimming (or rather walking? trying to walk?) in the water. :) </span><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;">Grolina and Josia, the crazy duo who got me into the water! Loved it girls! ;D</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;">Happy faces after completing an hour plus of fun in the rivers of Kiulu!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;">Marissa, Nicholas, James, Queenie, Jesseca.</span></div><br />
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</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">photos courtesy of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/marissawong27" target="_blank">Marissa Wong</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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We here at STA had a great one, as we welcomed the new month with our first SYTA trip to <a href="http://www.aquaticakk.org/aquatica/" target="_blank">Green Connection</a> (click to find out more) together with the finalists of SYTA. We arrived at about 10.20am and immediately started our day tour. Our guide for the day was Mr.Eric Yu, the acting Head of Education. A very friendly person, who has a vast knowledge of sea creatures and wildlife. </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">Mildly venomous but according to Eric there is an antidote, rejoice! All is not forsaken. Next up was the Cave Fauna, a small man made cave with posters of various caves found throughout Malaysia and the type of insects we can expect to see inside it... now everyone say, "eeeewww~"... KIDDING! hehe.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">We had a friendly reptile to hang with us as well, or in my case, to scare me! FYI, not a huge fan of snakes and everything that falls in the same category. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;">What happens if Precious and Axel were put together? Lets just say, I will never do it again. Hmm.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple;"><br />
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</span></div><span style="color: purple; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Like everyone else, I never expected to be a part of the Young Tourism Ambassador program. It all started when a lecturer from my college encouraged me to participate in a competition called Sabah Young Tourism Ambassador, which was organized by Sabah Tourist Association.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">At first I was sceptical, as I have never joined any competitions prior to this and was also not sure of what the requirements were. However, I tried applying for it anyway and sent my answers without hesitation.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: purple; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">To my utmost surprise, I received a call a week later from the STA office informing me that I got through to the semi-final. I was overjoyed and happily prepared for the day tour. The journey began at Lok Kawi Zoo, whereby we were asked to have a day tour of the zoo and write a short article describing the place and its main attractions. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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Hello everyone! Welcome to the Sabah Young Tourism Ambassadors (SYTA) blog site! :)</div>
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We welcome the new year with a mission, to share and raise awareness about Sabah's amazing destinations to the society, most especially our youths. </div>
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After completing the challenges during the SYTA competition, we have successfully chosen 3 Young Ambassadors: <b>Chloe Tiffany Lee Mei Tchuin, Zimri James Maidi and Precious Sapphire Gidung</b>.</div>
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<b>Winners from L-R with Datuk Masidi Manjun: Chloe Tiffany, Zimri James & Precious Sapphire.</b></div>
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The 3 ambassadors will be taking up the responsibilities of visiting sites for familiarization and site inspection. From these visits, the young ambassadors will do a write up of the place and post on the STA blog, Facebook page and Twitter which will be accompanied with photos of the site and its key attraction. They will also link the associated website of said destinations in their blog posts. </div>
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All this is for the purpose of promoting these attraction places and keeping youths up-to-date with the tourism industry, and also to gain their interest to visit. </div>
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We hope that through this blog we are able to reach out to everyone and gain your support in our mission of spreading the beauty of Sabah! Feel free to share this site, and don't forget to add us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SabahTourist">Facebook</a>. Cheers to 2012! :)</div>Sabah Tourist Associationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13758820703383110495noreply@blogger.com0