These Photos were taken 2 weekss ago. Myself and 2 other friends visited vegetable farm in Kundasang, Ranau. We ask a friend posing while smoking and then we took pictures. Just for fun!
13 November 2012
29 October 2012
Attending a Wedding Photography Workshop
I have no experience for taking picture of wedding photography, either for portrait, actual day and pre wedding. So, I attended a wedding photography workshop held by a friend last week. These are pictures during the workshop.
7 October 2012
4 October 2012
Black and White
Just post some examples of black and white photography.
For those who don’t know what is “Black and White” in terms of Photography then, In early time photography was black-and-white or shades of sepia. Color photography was originally rare and expensive, and again often less than true to life.
21 July 2012
Buffet Ramadan - Special Menus
Break fast, or have a meal out, with your family and loved ones at your favourite restaurant this Ramadan. With delectable dishes specially prepared for the occasion, and Starwood Privilege member discounts of up to 50%, it is a fulfilling way to end each day – in the company of people closest to you, and sharing quality time and a meal.
Receive a host of member privileges at these participating restaurants:
- Latest Recipe, Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur
- Celestial Court, Essence, Villa Danieli, Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel
- The Living Room, The Westin Kuala Lumpur
- Circle Restaurant, Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
For reservations, please book online or contact hotels directly.
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Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur Redefining Traditional Malay Cuisine Rediscover new perspectives over a shared meal. Get together with family, friends and business associates in true muhibbah spirit at the vibrant Latest Recipe, Le Merieiden Kuala Lumpur. Chef Zubir showcases his childhood memories of delicious cuisine this month. Starwood Privilege members receive 20% off total food bill and complimentary parking on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
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Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel Ramadan Dining Privilege – 20% Off Food Bill Get together with family and loved ones this holy month of Ramadan. Enjoy the Ramadan Dining Privilege for Starwood Privilege members at Essence Restaurant, Villa Danieli and Celestial Court, where Starwood Privilege members get 20% off the total food bill.
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The Westin Kuala Lumpur A Fulfilling Ramadan Make this Ramadan the most fulfilling one at The Westin Kuala Lumpur. Spread over 25 days and featuring the combined talents of 130 Chefs using 210 spices and 1,200 ingredients to create 800 dishes, the Ramadan Santapan dining experience will nourish your senses and bring on a million smiles and warm memories. Starwood Privilege members receive 20% off the total food bill.
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Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu Flavours, Aromas and Textures Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu’s Circle Restaurant is featuring a refreshing burst of flavours, textures and aromas. The Bazaar Ramadan is a buffet feast that’s ready to take its place among Sabah’s most delicious. With more than 300 varieties of local, Asian and Middle-Eastern delicacies, with a hint of Moroccan, this is a dining experience that will get everyone talking. Your Starwood Privilege dining discount applies. Price: RM98++ (adult); kids between three and 11 years of age get 50% off.
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29 June 2012
Menara Tun Mustapha (Sabah Foundation Building)
Menara Tun Mustapha or formerly known as Sabah Foundation Building is one of the tourism destinations located in Kota Kinabalu (Capital City), Sabah Malaysian Borneo.
This building is not far from the city of Kota Kinabalu. Located at nearby Likas Bay about 6.7 kilometers or 15 minutes away from the City Centre.
This circular tower of steel and glass stands 30 storeys high in the Likas Bay area and is instantly recognizable as a Sabah icon. It has a central core with steel brackets supporting each floor. When completed in 1977, it was one of the three such buildings in the world based on this design concept.
How to get there?
Take the UMS bus No.5A from the bus stations in front of the City Hall or Wawasan Plaza in KK and indicate your drop-off point to the driver. Fare is RM2.00 to RM2.50 one way. Any taxi will take you there for RM15.00 - RM20.00 one way.
19 June 2012
Top 10 Luxury Hotels in Kota Kinabalu
In Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, you will find some of the best luxury hotels in Asia. Your choice depends on budget, taste and season. Most of the Kota Kinabalu´s business hotels are downtown.
But, for those who want to escape the busy city of Kota Kinabalu, you can find many Hotels located in the beach side, outside the city.
Here Top 10 Luxury Hotels in Kota Kinabalu. Hope you enjoy your vacation!
Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort
Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Sutera Harbour Resort
The Pacific Sutera
The Magellan Sutera
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
Ming Garden Hotel & Residences
Grand Borneo Hotel
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Sutera Harbour Resort
The Pacific Sutera
The Magellan Sutera
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
Ming Garden Hotel & Residences
Grand Borneo Hotel
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
14 June 2012
Top Hotels and Resorts in Kundasang, Ranau
Kundasang has many hotels, resorts and homestay for those who want to spend a few days for holidays while enjoying the fantastic view of the Mount Kinabalu. Here the list of Hotels, Resorts and Homestay in Kundasang, Ranau, Malaysia.
- Sabah Tea Garden
- Poring Hot Spring & Nature Reserve Ranau
- The Cottage Hotel Kundasang
- Kinabalu Pine Resort Ranau
- Mount Kinabalu Holiday Home Haleluyah Retreat Centre
- Mount Kinabalu Heritage Resort & Spa
- Mesilau Nature Resort
- Celyn Resort Kinabalu
- Kinabalu Park Kota Kinabalu
- Poring Hot Spring & Nature Reserve Ranau
- Kinabalu Mountain Lodge
- KK- Suites Residence at Kinabalu Park
- Slagon Homestay Puncak Borneo Resort
- Jungle Resort
- Dream World
- Mesilou Atamis Homestay
- DVilla Rina Ria Lodge
- Strawberry Garden Cottages & Restaurant
- Kinabalu Rose Cabin Sabah
- Bayu Kinabalu Lodge
13 June 2012
7th Sabah International Folklore Festival 2012
Once again dance troupes from around the world gather for the seventh edition of the Sabah International Folklore Festival 2012. The 7th Sabah International Folklore Festival will be held from July 8 to 17.
For information, the folklore festival is a celebration to provide
opportunities for culture vultures to enjoy and see the beauty and
uniqueness of dance performances by various ethnic cultures of the world
beside to promote peace through music and dance.
OBJECTIVE OF SABAH INTERNATIONAL FOLKLORE FESTIVAL
SIFF provides the opportunities for the culture enthusiasts to enjoy and
witness the beauty and uniqueness of cultural dances performance by
various ethnics of the world. SIFF is truly meant to be an East-West
Cultural rendezvous in promoting peace through culture.
The main objective of the Sabah International Folklore Festival is to promote culture tourism among participating countries and to introduce the state’s rich and unique cultures. The objectives of the event are as follow:
- To promote understanding and goodwill;
- To celebrate mankind brotherhood through cultures;
- To promote culture tourism among participating countries; and
- To promote Sabah as an attractive tourists’ destination in Asia: Malaysia Truly Asia
HOW TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SABAH INTERNATIONAL FOLKLORE FESTIVAL?
Folk dance ensembles around the world are invited to participate in this
Festival. This annual event is organised annually in the month of July.
Participating groups have only to pay their travel expenses to and from
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia. Other expenses, which include
accommodation, local transportation and food throughout the festival,
are the responsibility of the organiser. The information, details and
updates including terms and conditions of participation, and on-line
registration (for ensembles), are available at http://www.sabah.gov.my/lks.
9 June 2012
The Magic Fresh Water Spring
Magic! Mystery! Strange but it's true! Perhaps it is the feeling and the words that will be expressed when I first time visited and witnessed the unique freshwater springs coming out from between the rocks located in a salty environment, being by the sea. A real story behind the myth of Cursed Ship of Supirak and Mystery of Batu Gerawang in Kampung Malubang, one of the villages in Pitas, Sabah (Sabah is a state of Malaysian located in the northern Borneo island).
The villagers told us, the freshwater springs was first discovered by one of the villagers here, Mr. Abdul Kassim Kagia (excuse me if the spelling is not accurate). According to them, he (Abdul Kassim) had a dream; an old man came to see him and then tell him there is a magic freshwater springs in the village that have not been found by anyone. The old man also tell him where is freshwater springs location.
The next day, he went to the location that was told in his dream and was found two holes in the rocks and there is water flowing from inside. He felt the water and he was surprised because it is really fresh.
It is quite hard to believe because the freshwater springs located about 5 meters from the beach. This means it is located in salt water and will only appear on the surface when the water has receded. That is weird with this spring. Although always covered with salt water above and around it, this spring will be producing fresh water.
Since there are two holes (springs) that can produce freshwater, on the initiative of the Pitas District Officer, concrete wall was built around the spring to prevent salt water covering it, so the visitors can take the freshwater even during high tide. However, less strong concrete wall causing salt water still entered and permanent stagnant in the barrier, so the water in the concrete walls are also still salty. Means, if you want to take the freshwater, you have to wait until low tides.
I also ask question to the villagers if there is something "special" or magic with this spring. They said, of course there are a number of benefits! In fact, tourists from China and Korea have come here just to get water from the spring. However, I refuse to mention here to avoid any conflict of beliefs and understanding. If you are interested to know more, come here to find out whether there is magic or not.
To reach the Kampung Malubang where the freshwater spring located, you need traveling about 2 hours from Pitas town. You can choose between two types of transportation; by road using four-wheel drive or waterways using motor boat down the Bengkoka River. If given the choice, I would like to prefer waterways because at the same time I can enjoy the natural scenery along the river.
The magic freshwater spring located on the beach near Batu Gerawang. If you look at the photo below, you can see a square concrete beside the rock and there is the freshwater springs that I mean.
The next day, he went to the location that was told in his dream and was found two holes in the rocks and there is water flowing from inside. He felt the water and he was surprised because it is really fresh.
My Travel Photo #2
Here are some more pictures that I took during our holiday in Kuching, the capital city of Sarawak. All These pictures were taken using Nikon D90, AF-S Nikkor 16-85mm 1:3.5-5.6 G ED lens and build-in flash.
To produce these pictures, I also use the same technique with my first travel photography; edited by using some type of software to enhancing the photos. However, for the picture below, I did not change or edit much except for the hue and saturation.
To produce these pictures, I also use the same technique with my first travel photography; edited by using some type of software to enhancing the photos. However, for the picture below, I did not change or edit much except for the hue and saturation.
Hotel Hilton - Kuching, Sarawak
Perhaps, my editing techniques are incorrect or not follow the concept. However, the meaning of a picture is subjective and it depends on the individual. As a beginner, I need to try several techniques to get me interested in color tone.
Historical Monument & Building in Kuching Sarawak
Kuching Waterfront - Bazaar
Kuching Waterfront - Sarawak State Assembly Building
Of course, produce pictures like this is not an easy job, especially when the picture is quite poor quality. This is where I learned one thing; I'm supposed to learn what's best for taking pictures, not learn what is best for editing the pictures!
