3 Starwood Malaysia Recognized in Smart Travel Asia’s Best in Travel Poll 2014

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Malaysia were honoured to have three of its hotels recognized, which made it once again to the recent Smart Travel Asia’s Best in Travel Poll 2014 voted by its readers.

·         Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur – Top 25 Business Hotel in Asia

·         The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa – Top 25 Conference Hotel in Asia and Top 25 Leisure Hotel in Asia

·         The Andaman, a Luxury Collection Resort, Langkawi – Top 25 Leisure Hotel in Asia

Smart Travel Asia’s Research & Marketing Manager, Tenzing Y Thondub was at Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur to present the certificate of excellence. Representing the properties were Stephan Sieberg – General Manager of Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur, Sherrilyn Charles – Director of Sales & Marketing of The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa, and Cindy Yoong – Director of Marketing Communications, Malaysia (representing The Andaman, A Luxury Collection, Langkawi).

Smart Travel Asia is one of the region’s dedicated online travel magazine with over one million readers worldwide. Best in Travel Poll 2014 ran from May to July and readers from around the world contributed to the results of the three-month poll. This prestigious award includes Asia's best business hotels, spa hotels & resorts, conference hotel, holiday destinations, cities for business and the world's best airlines and airports.

Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel

Located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, the Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel is an urban oasis for both business and leisure travelers seeking the true Malaysian experience and impeccable service. Inspired by the finest elements in Asian heritage, the hotel takes its place among the city's grandest landmarks such as Petronas Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, KLCC shopping centre and is located within short walks to the light rail transit (LRT) and monorail service. Magnificently laid with elegant marble - the centerpiece is most certainly the sweeping staircase from the lobby to the mezzanine. The hotel’s 385 guest rooms reflect designs inspired by Malaysia’s colourful landscape, culture and people. The hotel offers exquisite food and beverage products in 5 venues and other 5-star facilities such as - 13 meeting options including the magnificent Nusantara Ballroom and @M event level, Link@Sheraton, a Business Centre, splendid massage treatments by renowned Mandara Spa and a free-form swimming pool.

Photo by: www.starwoodhotels.com

The Westin Langkawi Beach Resort & Spa

Nestled amongst 104 acres of lush tropical gardens, The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa features 202 spacious rooms and suites as well as 20 ultra luxury Ocean View Pool Villas. All the guestrooms, suites and villas feature luxurious amenities such as the iconic Heavenly Bed®, 42” plasma TV with satellite channels, DVD player and surround sound system, amongst others. The resort offers excellent food and beverage, including SuperFoodsRx™ in 3 venues along with a pool bar and other 5-star facilities such as its 4 unique pools, the Westin WORKOUT®, and Heavenly Spa by Westin. Set in an idyllic natural retreat of the island, adorned with an exclusive beach front location up to 500 metres, The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa is strategically located just 20 minutes from the Langkawi International Airport by car and within 1 km of the Jetty Point. The main shopping area of Langkawi, Kuah Town, which is only 3 km away from the Resort, acts as a further attraction to the Resort guests.

Photo by: langkawinow.diveasianow.com

The Andaman, a Luxury Collection Resort, Langkawi

The Andaman, a Luxury Collection Resort located in an idyllic tropical setting on Malaysia's Langkawi Island, is cosily tucked away between a 10 million year old rainforest in the tranquil Datai Bay and an 8,000 year old fringing coral reef. The resort’s 178 exquisite rooms and magnificently appointed suites reflect a contemporary Malaysian style, with sweeping views over the beckoning Andaman Sea and the ancient rainforest. The resort also houses 14 units of Direct Pool Access Rooms, the first of their kind in Langkawi. Catering to all food aficionados, the distinctive yet equally alluring 3 restaurants at The Andaman, namely The Restaurant, The Japanese Restaurant and Jala, along with the Jentayu Lounge and Beach Bar, offer a variety of local specialities and International favourites. V Botanical Spa, perched on a verdant hillside is a perfect sanctuary for a pampered bliss. As part of the resort's Coral Conservation project, guests are presented with the opportunity to give back to nature through its unique Coral Nursery and Coral Reef Activities.

Photo by: www.tourismlangkawi.com

#adidas #mygirls continues to celebrate the sporting passion of women in Southeast Asia!

Stellar cast of Malaysian personalities put together to inspire Malaysian girls across the nation

Adidas recently announced the return of the #mygirls campaign, created by women for women that aims to provide inspiration, support and motivation while celebrating women and their passion for sports. This year’s campaign captures each ambassador in their home country leading and inspiring their girls to work together and go #allin for their pursuits.

The adidas #mygirls campaign explores the support, encouragement and competitive edge that girls give each other to help them unlock their full potential both in and out of the sporting arena. Sharifah Sakinah – actress and fitness enthusiast is featured as the Malaysian Ambassador.  She is also backed by adidas #mygirls personalities Atilia Haron, Sazzy Falak, Megan Tan and Elfira Loy, who together make a unique group of Malaysian girls that represent different personalities and age groups.

“The adidas #mygirls is back this season with an inspirational brand direction designed to celebrate the special bonds between girls and how they inspire one another to go ‘all in’. With an authentic, creative, fresh approach, adidas aims to inspire girls throughout the country with a campaign that features stories and personalities they can relate to. We are happy to be supporting our home girls which love life, people, music, fashion, sports and living healthy with the support from adidas #mygirls – Sharifah Sakinah, Sazzy Falak, Atilia Haron, Megan Tan and Elfira Loy”, said Samantha Chan, Brand Manager of adidas Malaysia.

The campaign also featured the adidas Women’s Sports Performance Fall/Winter 2014 collection which includes the unrivalled energy BOOST running shoes that comes with a stretch mesh upper, and is popular for its BOOST cushioning and flexible TORSION® system that provides unparalleled comfort, support and stability, delivering a unique running experience.

Other products were also featured in the campaign such as the Clima Training bra and the adidas Techfit tights, which also help make each workout session as comfortable as possible. Designed with a wide racer back and cross back straps to provide maximum support and fit, the Clima Training bra is perfect for medium to high intensity workout sessions such as dancing and running.

The adidas Techfit training tights are made with the superior climalite® fabric which sweeps perspiration away from skin. The techfit™ technology also focuses the muscles' energy to generate maximum explosive power, acceleration and long-term endurance.

“It’s great to see these amazing and inspiring women outfitted in some of our exciting new products and witness our latest innovations come to life,” said David Wong, Head of Marketing at adidas Malaysia.

Malaysian women across the nation can stand a chance to bag the awesome adidas Women’s Sports Performance FW14 collection by participating in a month long Instagram challenge hosted by Sharifah Sakinah along with all the adidas #mygirls personalities - Atilia Haron, Elfira Loy, Megan Tan and Sazzy Falak. The lucky winner earns herself a shopping spree worth RM5,000 at adidas along with her ‘girls’ who are entitled to a shopping spree of RM500 each.

The Instagram challenge, which kicks off today, Monday 18th August, is aimed at engaging Malaysian women in becoming active with adidas and  its girls. Malaysians keen to know more and take on the challenge can follow the adidas #mygirls on Instagram at the following handles Sharifah Sakinah (@fitnessakinah), Elfira Loy (@elfiraloy), Atilia Haron (@atiliaharon), Sazzy Falak (@sazzyfalak) and Megan Tan (@iemegan).

The adidas Women’s Sports Performance FW14 collection is now available at all adidas Sports Performance Concept Stores in KLCC, Pavilion, The Gardens, Paradigm Mall and Empire Subang and supporting retail outlets nationwide.

ATAS Motor Show 2014 Happening This Weekend!

The Auto Traders Association of Sabah (ATAS) is hosting their 6th ATAS Motor Show from 15th August to 17th August 2014 (10:00am to 9:00pm daily) at the Sabah Trade Centre in Likas. This free-to-attend exhibition is the single biggest motor show in Sabah.

Dr. James Yong Chau Leong, the chairman of ATAS said, “We are delighted to showcase over 40 participants at the ATAS Motor Show this year. Our ATAS members will be offering special promotions to visitors during the event. And we also have exciting activities for the public to enjoy such as a lucky draw whereby an LED TV plus other goodies will be given away daily. The Hitz.fm, Era.fm and My FM cruisers will also be conducting fun games for everyone to enjoy.”

Organizing chairman of the event, Francis Lim commented, “This biannual event is a great place for car enthusiasts to convene as it is a one stop centre for all your car solutions from the latest car models and accessory trends to insurance policies and loans by your local banks. Daring visitors will also get a chance to conquer the 30 feet high Isuzu giant ramp which is not to be missed!”

The ATAS Motor Show 2014 participants include car dealership such as Sime Darby (Ford & Jaguar-Land Rover), Universal Motor (Isuzu), Right Power (Hyundai), Inti Deras (Big Bikes), Edaran Tan Chong (Nissan), Fook Loi/ Anak Sabah (Great Wall Motors), Maxspeed Auto (Mazda), Boon Siew (Honda), Boston Auto (Chevrolet) and UMW Toyota.

Heavy vehicles that will also be exhibited include Aulis Auto (Benteng), FF Auto (Hino) and Tan Chong Ind Equipment (Auman & UD Trucks). Plus, the Tint Shop will be there to assist visitors with all their car embellishing needs. Banks and insurance companies that will be participating are Maybank, RHB Bank, CIMB, AIG Insurance, UniAsia Insurance, Hwang Investment Mgmt Bhd, Toyota Capital and Public Bank

For more information, call +6016 826 9344 (Yvonne), email atas3131980@gmail.com or visit www.facebook.com/atas1980.