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Oct 18, 2012, 10:08 am
#107
Join Date: Oct 2012
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For big travelling groups that requires 2 - 3 or more rooms, can consider the 2 or 3-bedroom serviced apartments with ascott or somerset. The serviced apartment comes with living room, kitchen, washing machine, etc. And the price wise would most likely be cheaper than booking 2 or 3 separate hotel rooms. Good for family.
Oct 24, 2012, 8:35 am
#108
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What is the best (i.e., most luxurious, with best views) hotel in Melaka?
The Renaissance Melaka is leaving the Marriott chain as of January 1 and will no longer be giving any Marriott Reward benefits or points. So I'm thinking of canceling my reservation there if there is a better option.
The Renaissance Melaka is leaving the Marriott chain as of January 1 and will no longer be giving any Marriott Reward benefits or points. So I'm thinking of canceling my reservation there if there is a better option.
Oct 24, 2012, 11:28 am
#109
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Join Date: Mar 2012
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If you are saying which is the BEST regardless of the price, I would vote for Casa Del Rio Melaka. It's located by the river (get the river-view room) and within walking distance (2mins?) to the Jonker street where you would find the cream of local culture=)
Do report back about your trip to this thread after your trip, if you have some time, please=) That would definitely help the others=)
Regards=)
Do report back about your trip to this thread after your trip, if you have some time, please=) That would definitely help the others=)
Regards=)
What is the best (i.e., most luxurious, with best views) hotel in Melaka?
The Renaissance Melaka is leaving the Marriott chain as of January 1 and will no longer be giving any Marriott Reward benefits or points. So I'm thinking of canceling my reservation there if there is a better option.
The Renaissance Melaka is leaving the Marriott chain as of January 1 and will no longer be giving any Marriott Reward benefits or points. So I'm thinking of canceling my reservation there if there is a better option.
Oct 25, 2012, 12:49 pm
#110
Join Date: Oct 2012
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What is the cheapest way from KLIA to Jalan Kamuning?
hi, i will be going to KL and would like to ask what is the cheapest way to travel from KLIA to Jalan Kamuning for 2 persons. i'm thinking of taking the airport coach bus, get off at bukit bintang, and then taking a cab from there to jalan kamuning. unless it's a walking distance from BB to jalan kamuning. thanks. 
Oct 25, 2012, 2:48 pm
#111
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Join Date: Mar 2012
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It's about 15mins walk from Bukit Bintang Monorail station to Jalan Kamuning. If you are going to some hotels there, you might wanna check out starwira.com to see whether they have direct shuttle to your hotel or not.
Regards.
Regards.
hi, i will be going to KL and would like to ask what is the cheapest way to travel from KLIA to Jalan Kamuning for 2 persons. i'm thinking of taking the airport coach bus, get off at bukit bintang, and then taking a cab from there to jalan kamuning. unless it's a walking distance from BB to jalan kamuning. thanks.
Oct 26, 2012, 12:23 pm
#112
formerly known as Tad's Broiled Steaks
Join Date: Jun 2004
Posts: 6,412
Is there still a Xinjiang restaurant in Kuala Lumpur? I recall eating at one two years ago on a street where restaurants would set up tables, and that was the odd child out. It was decent, and the owner told me they were thinking of expanding to Singapore. Who knows...
Oct 27, 2012, 12:23 am
#113
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I'm sorry that I can't help on this, maybe some other FTers could help=)
Is there still a Xinjiang restaurant in Kuala Lumpur? I recall eating at one two years ago on a street where restaurants would set up tables, and that was the odd child out. It was decent, and the owner told me they were thinking of expanding to Singapore. Who knows...
Oct 30, 2012, 8:48 am
#115
Formerly known as vgandhi
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Ask us about Malaysia travel=) (familiar with Kuala Lumpur and Melaka(Melacca))
Hello I am traveling by sir Asia from Siem rep to Singapore on November 25 and has a stop over for 10 hours in kula lumpur and would like to do some site seeing Can you please recommend what to do see and how to go about it we will have carry on bags with us so are there any way of storing at the airport and if I want to rent a car and driver for 8 hours what are their rates any help in this matter will be greatly appreciated
Thanks
Thanks
Nov 4, 2012, 8:41 am
#116
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Hi, so sorry for this late reply, I was kinda busy this few days...sorry...
Have a look at the link for luggage storage : http://www.lcct.com.my/facilities/lo...uggage-storage
I think u r flying by Air Asia for both flights, right? You can try to ask whether you can check your baggage in for both flights at once in Siem Rep so that you don't have to check-out and in your luggage at KL...Not sure about that though...
Where to go for 8 hrs? You might be interested in places like the Twin tower, KL tower, Merdeka Square and some shopping in Bukit Bintang perhaps?
I wouldn't suggest you to get the private charter...it won't be cheap, about USD 100 to USD 120 per day I guest...
Instead, you can get airport shuttle bus from LCCT airport to KL central, which runs frequently and very cheap. For KL central, you can easily take the LRT/Monorail to those attractions...Alternatively, you can take the Hop-on and off bus from KL sentral which will bring you to the attractions in KL...http://www.myhoponhopoff.com/tourmap.php
Save those extra money for nice food in KL=) Try 'Lot 10 Hutong' located in Bukit Bintang shopping area where all the best local food gather=) It's air-conditioned, no worry=)
If you prefer the chartered service, try to ask the taxi at the airport, maybe they can offer you better price? Not sure about that though...
Please report back about your trip after you get back ya...That will definitely helps the others=)
Sorry again for the later reply.
Regards,
Dolphinyong
Have a look at the link for luggage storage : http://www.lcct.com.my/facilities/lo...uggage-storage
I think u r flying by Air Asia for both flights, right? You can try to ask whether you can check your baggage in for both flights at once in Siem Rep so that you don't have to check-out and in your luggage at KL...Not sure about that though...
Where to go for 8 hrs? You might be interested in places like the Twin tower, KL tower, Merdeka Square and some shopping in Bukit Bintang perhaps?
I wouldn't suggest you to get the private charter...it won't be cheap, about USD 100 to USD 120 per day I guest...
Instead, you can get airport shuttle bus from LCCT airport to KL central, which runs frequently and very cheap. For KL central, you can easily take the LRT/Monorail to those attractions...Alternatively, you can take the Hop-on and off bus from KL sentral which will bring you to the attractions in KL...http://www.myhoponhopoff.com/tourmap.php
Save those extra money for nice food in KL=) Try 'Lot 10 Hutong' located in Bukit Bintang shopping area where all the best local food gather=) It's air-conditioned, no worry=)
If you prefer the chartered service, try to ask the taxi at the airport, maybe they can offer you better price? Not sure about that though...
Please report back about your trip after you get back ya...That will definitely helps the others=)
Sorry again for the later reply.
Regards,
Dolphinyong
Hello I am traveling by sir Asia from Siem rep to Singapore on November 25 and has a stop over for 10 hours in kula lumpur and would like to do some site seeing Can you please recommend what to do see and how to go about it we will have carry on bags with us so are there any way of storing at the airport and if I want to rent a car and driver for 8 hours what are their rates any help in this matter will be greatly appreciated
Thanks
Thanks
Nov 6, 2012, 5:28 am
#117
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Hello,
I arrive at KUL airport on Friday 18th January at 6am and depart from KUL airport on Saturday 19th January at 11.50pm.
I am looking for 2 rooms for 4 adults.
We will arrive early at the hotel at around 8am.
What hotel do we have the best chance of an early check in and late check out.
At the moment I am thinking of staying at The Westin using Cash+Points as it has a great location. I am SPG Gold and also an IHG Priority Rewards Platinum Ambassador.
Kind Regards
Robert Adams
I arrive at KUL airport on Friday 18th January at 6am and depart from KUL airport on Saturday 19th January at 11.50pm.
I am looking for 2 rooms for 4 adults.
We will arrive early at the hotel at around 8am.
What hotel do we have the best chance of an early check in and late check out.
At the moment I am thinking of staying at The Westin using Cash+Points as it has a great location. I am SPG Gold and also an IHG Priority Rewards Platinum Ambassador.
Kind Regards
Robert Adams
Nov 6, 2012, 11:21 pm
#118
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Join Date: Mar 2012
Posts: 940
Hi, I think it's better to email those hotels to ask about it. With the elite status you have, it shouldn't be a problem. Westin has the best location among your list I would say.
Personally, I got to check in early (10am) at JW Marriott KL=)
Regards.
Personally, I got to check in early (10am) at JW Marriott KL=)
Regards.
Hello,
I arrive at KUL airport on Friday 18th January at 6am and depart from KUL airport on Saturday 19th January at 11.50pm.
I am looking for 2 rooms for 4 adults.
We will arrive early at the hotel at around 8am.
What hotel do we have the best chance of an early check in and late check out.
At the moment I am thinking of staying at The Westin using Cash+Points as it has a great location. I am SPG Gold and also an IHG Priority Rewards Platinum Ambassador.
Kind Regards
Robert Adams
I arrive at KUL airport on Friday 18th January at 6am and depart from KUL airport on Saturday 19th January at 11.50pm.
I am looking for 2 rooms for 4 adults.
We will arrive early at the hotel at around 8am.
What hotel do we have the best chance of an early check in and late check out.
At the moment I am thinking of staying at The Westin using Cash+Points as it has a great location. I am SPG Gold and also an IHG Priority Rewards Platinum Ambassador.
Kind Regards
Robert Adams
Nov 17, 2012, 10:16 am
#119
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Perth (PER)
Programs: VA Gold
Posts: 263
Hi
I'm coming to Malaysia for 4 days in March for the Formula 1 Grand Prix. I am trying to figure out where to stay. I was leaning towards the Doubletree or Traders near the KLCC, but now I am thinking of the Le Meridien at Sentral because of the convenience to the KL Transit which is very well priced and convenient to get to/from the circuit (no traffic to worry about).
However I have heard that Sentral is a bit of a dodgy area i.e. lots of pickpockets etc.
Do you have an opinion on this and also where I should stay? I will be arriving late on Thursday and departing Monday afternoon - so Friday, Saturday and Sunday will be spent out at Sepang. I will have the evenings to have a small look around KL though, I have never been to Malaysia before.
I'm coming to Malaysia for 4 days in March for the Formula 1 Grand Prix. I am trying to figure out where to stay. I was leaning towards the Doubletree or Traders near the KLCC, but now I am thinking of the Le Meridien at Sentral because of the convenience to the KL Transit which is very well priced and convenient to get to/from the circuit (no traffic to worry about
).However I have heard that Sentral is a bit of a dodgy area i.e. lots of pickpockets etc.
Do you have an opinion on this and also where I should stay? I will be arriving late on Thursday and departing Monday afternoon - so Friday, Saturday and Sunday will be spent out at Sepang. I will have the evenings to have a small look around KL though, I have never been to Malaysia before.
Nov 17, 2012, 1:47 pm
#120
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Hi, if you are not interested in KL downtown at all (shopping, pub etc), then maybe you can just spend your time in quiet Sepang area, like the 5-stars Pan Pacific hotel, but I don't think you have anything else to do in Sepang besides the race.
Alternatively, you can have a look of Pullman Putrajaya Lakeside, which is about 20minutes to Sepang. It's a resort, so you would have something to do outside the race-time.
Or you can just stick with Le Meridian KL, it's connected to the KL central station (5minutes walk)...It's through that you have to watch out for pickpockets and some teenagers asking for 'charity donation' around downtown KL (just ignore them, it's a well-known scandal around that area), but it doesn't make much difference which part of KL you wanna stay at. Perhaps, Le Meridian KL would be safer as it's connected right to the station...
Hope it helps, and do report back about your trip=)
Regards.
Alternatively, you can have a look of Pullman Putrajaya Lakeside, which is about 20minutes to Sepang. It's a resort, so you would have something to do outside the race-time.
Or you can just stick with Le Meridian KL, it's connected to the KL central station (5minutes walk)...It's through that you have to watch out for pickpockets and some teenagers asking for 'charity donation' around downtown KL (just ignore them, it's a well-known scandal around that area), but it doesn't make much difference which part of KL you wanna stay at. Perhaps, Le Meridian KL would be safer as it's connected right to the station...
Hope it helps, and do report back about your trip=)
Regards.
Hi
I'm coming to Malaysia for 4 days in March for the Formula 1 Grand Prix. I am trying to figure out where to stay. I was leaning towards the Doubletree or Traders near the KLCC, but now I am thinking of the Le Meridien at Sentral because of the convenience to the KL Transit which is very well priced and convenient to get to/from the circuit (no traffic to worry about).
However I have heard that Sentral is a bit of a dodgy area i.e. lots of pickpockets etc.
Do you have an opinion on this and also where I should stay? I will be arriving late on Thursday and departing Monday afternoon - so Friday, Saturday and Sunday will be spent out at Sepang. I will have the evenings to have a small look around KL though, I have never been to Malaysia before.
I'm coming to Malaysia for 4 days in March for the Formula 1 Grand Prix. I am trying to figure out where to stay. I was leaning towards the Doubletree or Traders near the KLCC, but now I am thinking of the Le Meridien at Sentral because of the convenience to the KL Transit which is very well priced and convenient to get to/from the circuit (no traffic to worry about
).However I have heard that Sentral is a bit of a dodgy area i.e. lots of pickpockets etc.
Do you have an opinion on this and also where I should stay? I will be arriving late on Thursday and departing Monday afternoon - so Friday, Saturday and Sunday will be spent out at Sepang. I will have the evenings to have a small look around KL though, I have never been to Malaysia before.