Events Highlights Malaysia 2009

KL Festival 2009 1 July 2009 Until 31 July 2009 Watch as the KL Fest 2009 unveils the festivity throughout Kuala Lumpur and the Klang Valley in this month long celebration. Catch the variety of performances and activities held at various landmark such as the Istana Budaya, Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, the Central Market, Petronas Twin Towers and KL Tower. Venue: Kuala Lumpur Phone: +603 2615 8188/+603 2052 3600 Email: info@klfestival.org.my Website: www.klfestival.org.my

4th Sabah International Folklore Festival 2009 1 July 2009 Until 8 July 2009 Sabah International Folklore Festival provides the opportunity for the culture enthusiasts to enjoy and witness the beauty, uniqueness and authenticity of cultural performances of various ethnics of the world. Venue: Sabah Phone: +60 88 268890 / +60 88 268863 Fax: +60 88 26423 Website: www.sabah.gov.my/lks Organiser: Sabah Cultural Board Phone: +6088-259457

Putrajaya Sailing Week 1 July 2009 Until 31 July 2009 Tasik Putrajaya is a prime location for water-based event. Several water based events held here will be participated by local and international participants. Venue: Water Sports Complex Putrajaya Phone: 03-8887 7000 Fax: 03-8887 5001 Website: www.ppj.gov.my Organiser: Perbadanan Putrajaya

Malaysian Domestic Tourism Fair 2009 3 July 2009 Until 5 July 2009 This inaugural domestic fair with more than 120 booths, aims to showcase the best Malaysia has to offer on travel and holiday bargains. Be there! Venue: PWTC Kuala Lumpur Phone: +603 - 2287 1830 Fax: +603 - 2287 1832 Email: secretariat@ntcm.com.my Website: www.ntcm.com.my Organiser: National Tourism Council Malaysia

MALAYSIA INTERNATIONAL DIVE EXPO 2009 (MIDE) 3 July 2009 Until 5 July 2009 To promote the Best Diving Destination in Malaysia and its surrounding water’s and to extend the promotions of Asia’s best diving spots and our thriving natural habitat with glorious colorful ethnicity. Venue: Hall 3, PWTC Kuala Lumpur Website: www.mide.com.my Organiser: ASIAEVENTS EXSIC SDN BHD Phone: +603-7980 9902 / 7981 9909 Email: asiaeven@streamyx.com

Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival 2009 4 July 2009 Until 31 August 2009 Malaysia’s most popular shopping event is back! Visitors will find amazing discounts and special offers on a wide array of goods such as branded apparel, household equipment, electrical appliances, accessories and many more. Be sure to check out the bargains at shopping malls, specialty outlets and boutiques all around the country! Venue: Throughout Malaysia ALL Phone: 603 2615 8121 / 8118 Fax: 603 2694 5548 Email: enq-megasales@tourism.gov.my Organiser: Shopping Malaysia Secretariat

BHR Padawan Nature Challenge 2009 5 July 2009 Until 5 July 2009 The Borneo Highlands Resort (BHR) Padawan Nature Challenge 2009 is a cycling and trekking adventure with competition categories for experts and amateurs. This event is open to all healthy men and women age 18 years and above; two persons per team. Venue: Kuching Sarawak Phone: 6082 – 577 930 / 6082-573 980 Email: enquiry@borneohighlands.com.my Website: www.borneohighlands.com.my/naturechallenge2009.html Organiser: Borneo Highlands Resort

Samrah Festival KL 10 July 2009 Until 26 July 2009 Samrah, is the Arabic cultural performance (combination of zafin& Syarah), accompanied by singing and music.Festival schedule from 10, 11, 17,18,24,25 &26 July, 2009 (8.30pm onwards). Venue: Lot 10, Jalan Bukit Bintang Kuala Lumpur Phone: +603 2617 6272 Website: www.kualalumpur.gov.my Organiser: KL Tourism Action Council/KL City Hall

Arab Events, Buskers & Concerts 10 July 2009 Until 8 August 2009 Fans of Arabian music can enjoy sensational performances right here in the city! Great concerts such as the KL Samrah Festival, Ziryab and Ahlan Wahsahlan will be held at Bukit Bintang and other main parts of the city to greet the arrival of guests from the Middle East. Get ready for an electrifying time! Venue: Kuala Lumpur Phone: 603 2617 6272 Fax: 603 2698 3819 Email: mtpkl@motour.gov.my Website: www.kualalumpur.gov.my Organiser: Kuala Lumpur Tourism Action Council

Sarawak Rainforest World Music Festival 10 July 2009 Until 12 July 2009 Musicians from around the world gather to perform diverse ethnic music in a living museum known as Sarawak Culture Village. The festival is set to bring ardent fans of music from all corners of the world. Venue: Sarawak Cultural Village, Santubong Kuching Sarawak Phone: +6082-423600 Fax: +6082-416700 Email: sarren@sarawaktourism.com Website: http://www.rainforestmusic-borneo.com Organiser: Sarawak Tourism Board