PHILEA RESORT & SPA AYER KEROH, MELAKA

Pavilion Room

Philea Suite

In-door Play Room

27 Resort Overall Suite

Flanked by the breathtaking panoramic views of lush greenery and faultless flow of waterfalls, check-in to this valuable yet educational family vacation package offered by Philea Resort & Spa, Ayer Keroh, Melaka.

Family vacations are time to come together, to reconnect as a family. Parents and pint-sized travelers can enjoy the holiday together by exploring the first and largest log resort in Malaysia, discover a world full of colorful butterflies and reptiles, splashing around in the resort's outdoor pool and enjoy family picnic baslet filled with tasty finger foods. The little ones will be delighted with the indoor play room or games room while parents spend some quiet time together. Alternatively, parents can opt for further relaxation at the Tanjung Wellness Spa.

The three days two nights' accommodation Family Getaway package is just RM1,400 nett in a Philea Suite and RM1,000 nett ina Pavilion Room package includes :
* Overnight accommodations in Pavilion Room or Philea Suite (3 days 2 nights)
* Daily buffet breakfast at Nusantara (2 adults and 2 children)
* One picnic basket (2 adults and 2 children)
* Four tickets (2 adults and 2 children) to the Malacca Butterfly & Reptile Sanctuary
* Complimentary use of the outdoor pool, gym, indoor play room and games room
* Free high speed Internet access and on-site parking

This special family package offer is valid through 31 May 2011.

Resort Facade

Swimming Pool @ Nite

Philea Resort & Spa offers a total relaxing retreat through its range of facilities and amenities. A well-equipped gym and a swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery against a backdrop of rolling hills and untouched natural wonders which adds on to the soothing, restful ambience. Philea Resort & Spa is the place where you can enjoy an unforgettable experience and strengthen family ties. So, plan a quality family escape the kids will remember forever---and one that allows plenty of parents-only quiet time. For more reservations, please call 603-2141 8966 or e-mail to resv@phileahotel.com.

EQUATORIAL CAMERON HIGHLAND

Equatorial Cameron Highland Hotel

Apartment in front pond

Tea Plantation

Equatorial Cameron Highlands, perched at 1,628 metres above sea level the only resort located at the peak, offers the finest view of Cameron Highlands. The resort is surrounded by lush greenery, rolling hills and majestic mountains that promises a room with a view. Complemented with the familiar Equatorial touch of warmth and hospitality combined with the serene atmosphere, we invite you to come and experience this ultimate highland getaway with a refreshing difference. 

RM98 Giveaway Deal. Discounted rates start from RM218++ per room per night with daily RM98.00 nett Food and Beverage spending credit, also accorded per room per night basis. Unused credit will be refunded at 50% of its value upon departure. With the new Simpang Pulai Route, travel time is shortening by one hour, it is less winding hence making the drive easy and fun.

Treasure special moments with your love one at the New Journey together being "One". Equatorial Cameron Highlands Honeymoon Package starts from RM928.00++ per package inclusive of 2 nights accommodation in a suite room, strawberry platter with chocolate dip and welcome drink upon arrival, candle light dinner at the romantic Cricket Bistro.

Escape and gateway to Cameron Highland to meet Equatorial lovely and friendly teams !and not to forget to bring along your family and loved one !!! See you there.

SPELLBINDING INDIA @ INTERCONTINENTAL KUALA LUMPUR

Lovers of Indian food are in for a treat at InterContinental Kuala Lumpur as Serena Brasserie points the spotlight to the incredible Indian cuisine this April! From 4^th till 22^nd April 2011, Serena Brasserie will take you on a culinary journey to the various regions of India with wondrous flavours skillfully prepared by Chef Vicneswaran. 

Start off your culinary adventure with a host of salads such as Murgh Malai Tikka (Skewered Boneless Chicken in Creamy Cheese), Ajwaini Jhinga (Oven-baked Prawns with Cheese, Garlic & Carom Seeds) and Aloo Chaat (Potato Salad). Also try out their Chicory & Walnuts with chopped Bacons & Roquefort, Roulade of Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese, Garden Salads, various cheeses available at the Cheese Board, soups and buns or pizzas at Soup Station and Bread Display counter before you venture into the main dishes.

Featuring on the buffet line are scrumptious Indian specialties by Chef Vicneswaran, including the tantalizing Mutton Varuval, Kadai Prawns, Palak Paneer, Meen Poriyal, Kolapuri Chicken, Cabbage Kuttu, Mutton Rogan Josh, Paneer Kastoori, Chicken Tikka Masala and many more. Also discover the splendour of curries and slurp away the Prawns Curry, Pawaka Curry, Malabar Meen Curry and Kozhi Curry.        

Check out various must-have Indian ‘roti’ at the Action Station such as Plain Naan, Garlic Naan, Cheese Naan, Roti Canai and Capati accompanied by Tandoori Chicken, Machili Hariyali, Quail Tandoori, Dhall Curry and Channa Masala.   

Also do not miss out the yummy-licious Mysore Pak, Halwa, Ghee Ball, Muruku, Payasam, Gulap Jamun and other desserts at the Dessert Counter.  

Make your way to Serena Brasserie and discover the Spellbinding India for yourself this April. It is priced at RM68.00++ per person for lunch and RM80.00++ per person for dinner.

For inquiries and reservations, please call Serena Brasserie at +603 2782 6228 or log on to www.intercontinental-kl.com.my.

HOTEL MAYA MOTHER'S DAY

Mother’s Day @ Hotel Maya

8 May 2011

On a day dedicated to all mothers, treat your lovely mum to an unforgettable celebration at Hotel Maya. Maya Brasserie will offer a hi-tea buffet that will have an extensive selection of dishes starting from hearty appetizers to healthy salads, scrumptious main course, right up to delicious desserts. Among special dishes that will be served are grilled oyster Rockefeller, braised Nyonya beef, assorted sushi and sashimi, kimchee fried rice and lamb kebab. All time-favourites such as dim sum, laksa and Nyonya lobak will be served a la minute. Desserts will include assorted pastries like durian cake, Nyonya kuih plus ice cream and freshly prepared pancakes.

After the delightful meal, mums will get to enjoy a demonstration of live Western cooking by the chefs. That is not all of it as all mothers’ will get a 20-minute foot reflexology massage by the skilled therapists at Level 3, Anggun Spa whilst kids will be entertain by a clown at the brasserie.

For reservations and enquiries, please contact (03) 2711 8866 extension and 258.  The Mother’s Day hi-tea buffet at Maya Brasserie will be available from 12 noon to 4.00 p.m., and is priced at RM 75 per person; while children between 5-12 years old are charged RM 40. All prices are subject to 10% service charge & 6% government tax.

TOH LEE CHINESE RESTAURANT

Now everyone can afford to dine in InterContinental Kuala Lumpur! From 1 to 31 March 2011, Toh Lee Chinese Restaurant offers an irresistible selection of great food at affordable price for lunch and dinner.

A melting pot of flavours await you as you tuck into unsurpassed delights such as the famous Taiwanese Stewed Chicken, Ma Po Beancurd in Claypot, Stewed Salmon Head in Brown sauce, Stewed Oxtail with Button Mushrooms & Red Wine and Stir-fried Beef with Preserved Clam Sauce.

If you like white meat, specialties like Sautéed Chicken with Ginger & Spring Onions, Fried Chicken with Chili Sauce, Braised Chicken with Egg Plants and many more tantalizing chicken dishes will bound to please your palate.

Craving for seafood? Try out aquatic favourites cooked to perfection by the skillful chefs at Toh Lee Chinese Restaurant such as Baked Prawns in Mongolian Specialty Sauce, Poached Prawns with Herbs, Deep-fried Fish with Sweet & Sour Sauce, Sautéed Fish Fillet with Black Pepper & Onion, Wok-fried Salmon with Garlic, Deep-fried Squid with Mayonnaise, Deep-fried Mussels with Butter Crisp and more.   

Using only the best of ingredients and herbs, our talented chefs have prepared more than 80 types of oriental dishes to satisfy your discerning taste buds at very affordable prices. Hence, be sure you to try out other tempting ‘home cooked’ food like the nourishing Crab Meat & Winter Melon Broth, Seaweed Tofu Soup, Shimeiji Mushrooms & Scallops Broth, the fragrant Fu Yong Fried Egg, the juicy Barbequed Chicken Char Siew and the smooth Braised Beancurd with Diced Seafood, just to name a few.

For vegetarians, indulge in Stewed Vegetarian Goose Roll with Sea Moss, Sautéed Vegetarian Chicken with Dried Chili, Deep-fried Vegetarian Prawn, Sautéed Mock Fish with Pickled Vegetables & Black Beans and other equally thrilling temptations.             

Other than these mouth-watering delectables, a selection of vegetables, beef, lamb, fried rice and noodles are also available cooked to your liking, be it fried, steamed, stir-fried, or braised.

Priced from RM15.00 to RM30.00 per dish, the Good Food Great Price promotion is available for a limited period from 1^st to 31^st March 2011 only. Toh Lee Chinese Restaurant is located at Level 1, InterContinental Kuala Lumpur and is open from 12.00noon to 2.30pm for lunch on weekdays, 11.00am to 2.30pm on Saturdays and 10.00am to 2.30pm on Sundays while open for 6.30pm till 10.30pm daily for dinner. 

For reservations and inquiries, please call +603 2782 6228.

Notes :

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