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Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Connecting prospective clients via ‘Telegram of Borneo’ – BorneoPost Online | Borneo , Malaysia, Sarawak Daily News | Largest English Daily In Borneo

Connecting prospective clients via ‘Telegram of Borneo’ – BorneoPost Online | Borneo , Malaysia, Sarawak Daily News | Largest English Daily In Borneo

KUCHING: The Sarawak Convention Bureau (SCB) hopes to connect directly with prospective clients across the globe via the social media following the recent launch of its international marketing campaign, the “Telegram of Borneo”, said managing director Mike Cannon.
He said in line with the bureau’s core focus on winning bids, prospective associations and meeting planners would receive a “Telegram of Borneo” invitation to connect with Sarawak at international trade shows.
“Upon receipt of the telegram, prospective clients will need to add “BE. Sarawak” on Facebook and join “The Borneo Telegram” group administered by SCB, which will invite them to take part in a lucky draw during the International Meetings and Incentive Travel Exhibition to be held in Frankfurt from May 21-23, he said in a statement yesterday.
Cannon said SCB was targeting prospective clients through the social media because it was a productive tool for sending updates and keeping in touch from miles across the planet.
For more information on SCB and to download the latest marketing tools, visit www.sarawakcb.com or contact info@sarawakcb.com.
Set up by the state government in 2006, SCB supported 45 convention bids representing 19,688 delegates and 66,945 delegate days, which contributed an estimated direct delegate expenditure of RM39.9 million to Sarawak last year. — Bernama


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China-based company promotes North Korea day trip - seattlepi.com

China-based company promotes North Korea day trip - seattlepi.com

BEIJING (AP) — A Western tour company in China said Tuesday it has obtained permission from North Korea for Westerners to make day trips into the country from the Chinese border.
Gareth Johnson of Young Pioneer Tours said his Xi'an-based company — after years of lobbying — had received Pyongyang's approval to organize tours for non-Chinese foreigners to the North Korean border town of Sinuiju, which so far has been open only to Chinese tourists.
Johnson said he expects the day trips — which may begin in June — to be popular among Westerners looking for an affordable and convenient option to visit the largely isolated country.
Westerners already can visit North Korean on weeklong organized tours, with an average cost of $1,300 per person, while day trips would cost considerably less and could fit into the travel itinerary of someone who is visiting China, Johnson said by telephone.
Sinuiju is connected by bridge to the Chinese city of Dandong along the Yalu River. It has been open to Chinese tourists since the 1990s and receives about 20,000 Chinese visitors each year. However, travel agencies say the number of Chinese tourists recently has plunged due to tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
Tourists to Sinuiju can visit a local revolutionary museum, see a statute of the country's former leader Kim Il Sung, watch performances and take photos with kindergarteners.


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Borneo Eco Tours Launches New Blog | Press Release Distribution

Borneo Eco Tours Launches New Blog | Press Release Distribution

Borneo Eco Tours launches new blog to inform people of the best travel destinations in Borneo and offers a free eBook about Borneo travel Essentials.
Borneo is a world class destination for many travelers and Borneo Eco Tours offers all the information, including a new blog to make it easier for tourists to learn about all the different opportunities available for traveling throughout the Borneo area. There is a broad variety of activities including lush scenery, cultural activities, shopping and more for those looking for any type of experience. These activities include calm, peaceful and relaxing vacations to more energetic and exciting adventures. No one else knows about all these events like Borneo Eco Tours does. Because of this, the new blog will be a valuable resource for people looking forward to the perfect break from day to day living.
A spokesperson from BorneoEcoTours.com, comments, “From the moment you land in Borneo, you will be enamored by the locals and their unique cultures.”
Owner of Borneo Eco Tours has personally explored more than 1,000 KM in Borneo and has an expert insight about the opportunities that await travelers. The company owns a fleet of 19 air conditioned vehicles, 5 semi-cabin powerboat boats and 7 river boats to transport people in and around Borneo.
Borneo Eco Tours include lodging and activities such as botanical tours, exotic cultures tours, bird watching tours, a wildlife river safari, white-water rafting trips, jungle trekking adventures, tours of holiday homes, diving, and more. They also recently published a free eBook about travel essentials travelers will want to include with their luggage. Travel tips and documentary videos are also available to help inform everyone about the opportunities available for travel throughout Borneo including Sabah, Sarawak and Brunei among other destinations.
For those looking to go on a tour with Borneo Eco Tours, visit the blog to learn more about what the company has to offer. Available on the blog is also sign up for updates to the blog to stay up to date on latest offerings. Visit the site now to get the information at www.borneoecotours.com/blog.
About Borneo Eco Tours: Albert Teo created Borneo Eco Tours in 1991. He has more than thirty years experience in the tourism industry and has personally explored over 1,000 km in Borneo. The well trained staff he has developed for this company has exemplary customer service skills that have earned multi international tourism awards. Nature based tours are a special with travel packages ranging from soft and easy to more adventuresome depending on personal tastes in travel. Borneo Eco Tours is a member of the International EcoTourism Society that supports conservation, communities and sustainable travel.
For more information about us, please visit http://www.borneoecotours.com/blog
Contact Info:
Name: Joshua Siaw
Email: joshua@borneoecotours.com
Address: Lot 1, Pusat Perindustrian, Kolombong Jaya, Mile 5.5, Jalan Kolombong, 88450 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia
Phone: 60-88-438300
Organization: Borneo Eco Tours

80 to participate in Matta Travel Fair – BorneoPost Online | Borneo , Malaysia, Sarawak Daily News | Largest English Daily In Borneo

80 to participate in Matta Travel Fair – BorneoPost Online | Borneo , Malaysia, Sarawak Daily News | Largest English Daily In Borneo

KUCHING: Over 80 exhibitors including Malaysia Airlines (MAS) will be participating in Sarawak’s very own Matta Travel Fair 2013 to be held at Boulevard Shopping Mall here from May 10 to 12.
The event is organised by Malaysia Association of Tour & Travel Agents (Matta) Sarawak Chapter with MAS as official airline.
Organising chairman Samuel Chung told a press conference at the Matta Kuching office in Jalan Tabuan here yesterday that participants include hotels and resorts, tourism-related companies, travel agencies and tour operators, airlines and national tourism agencies.
“We hope the public will come in droves to support us,” he urged.
This leading and largest travel exhibition in Malaysia will provide an opportunity for visitors to explore an extensive range of discounted travel packages and offers for domestic and overseas trips.
Chung revealed another highlight of the event – a lucky draw where visitors stand a chance to win flight tickets and hotel stays.
Tourism and Housing Minister Datuk Amar Abang Johari Tun Openg is expected to be guest-of-honour.
MAS regional senior vice-president Malaysia and Asean region Muzammil Mohd said the national carrier will be offering attractive and international travel airfares, MASholidays packages and travel related products at the event.
The promotion is held in conjunction with the celebration of MAS’ 40th anniversary.
“All inclusive discounted return airfares for economy and business class will be available through appointed agents participating in the fair, while MASholidays will offer domestic and international holiday package promotional offers at Malaysia Airlines’ booths No. 54 to 60,” he said.
Muzammil said MAS will also showcase Sarawak, a great tourist paradise with attractive deals to explore Bumi Kenyalang.
“MASholidays is offering holiday packages to many destinations on MAS extensive network. These packages
are inclusive of return economy class airfare with surcharges and taxes, airport transfers, hotel accommodation with daily breakfast and tour as per itinerary provided,” he added.
He also invited travellers to experience enhanced comfort on their new super jumbo Airbus A380 which flies to London, Paris and even Hong Kong.
“This is a great opportunity for our customers to try our widely applauded aircraft,” he said.
“The flagship aircraft will provide exciting new levels of comfort, luxury and convenience in long haul travel,” he assured.
Earlier Muzammil introduced the new Sarawak area manager Alias Suut who will assume his role effective May 15 this year.
MAS all-inclusive return economy class fares start at an attractive price from RM799 to Hong Kong while to two popular European destinations of London and Paris start from as low as RM2,799.
As for Business Class travel, the return fares to London and Paris start from only RM10,999 while fares to Phnom Penh, Hanoi, Saigon and Bandar Seri Begawan start from RM999.
At the fair, travellers can find attractive and affordable packages as low as RM2,036 per person for a 4-day/3-night to Hong Kong Disneyland and RM926 for Bali.
Other interesting packages with tour include the 4-day/3-night to Singapore and Universal Studios for RM1,979, 4-day/3-night Hong Kong Free and Easy Tour and 5-day/3-night tour in Paris for RM3,822.
Muzammil urged the public not to miss out on this fair and take advantage of the big discounts for both overseas and domestic trips offered by MAS.


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