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AIRASIA INFLIGHT MAGAZINE

SMUGGLING ME IS SOOO 2012! ITS 2013, PEEPS. READ ME ONLINE.

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MAXIMUMIMPACTMalaysian Invasion Mixed Martial Arts

AIRASIA INFLIGHT MAGAZINE

TALE OF TWO CITIES

Taipei & Hualien

NAGOYA, JAPAN

Touchdown

FEASTING FRENZYKuala Lumpur

CITY OFF THE GRID

Hanoi, Vietnam

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Contents June 2013

74THE APPRENTICE ASIA The Regions Best

84KL, CONSUMEDFoodie Paradise

98HANOI OFF THE GRIDUnearthing the Real City

104TALE OF TWO CITIES Taipei & Hualien

112MAXIMUM IMPACTMIMMA

118 PILOTS PERSPECTIVEWinds beneath Your Wings

124TRAVEL LOGTravelling Family

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STYLE FILE128 OFF THE RACKMercury Rising

132 VANITY FAREEndless Summer

136 JETSETTERBobby Chinn

IN FLIGHT142 PICTURE PERFECTPhotos Taken by AirAsia Guests

144 GET COMFYJoy of Flying

PORT OF CALL146 ROUTE MAP

154 DESTINATIONS

164 AIRASIA SALES OFFICES & STATIONS

166 TOUCHDOWN Nagoya, Japang y , p

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BOARDING CALL 06 CAPTAINS ADDRESSThe Journey Continues

08 INBOXThe Buzz from our Guests

12 RED FORTNews from AirAsia

168 MY AIRASIAFriendly Frontliners

FLIGHT PLAN 20 SPOTLIGHTStuff youd Love to Know

26 HOT DATES June Events to Keep a Lookout for

30 ASEAN COMPASSInspiring Ideas, Incredible Getaways

34 QUICK BITESPalatable Pleasures

40 PAGE TURNERTop Tomes

44 MONEY MAKERCreating Competitive Advantage

46 PRESCRIPTIONSave Yourself

48 SCORE BOARDBabys First Sport

52 HYPER TECHChange The World

58 SLEEP INNSLifes a Beach

64 HIT LISTPowerful Phenomena

140 KIDS SPACEWild Charms


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STYLE FILE128 OFF THE RACKMercury Rising

132 VANITY FAREEndless Summer

136 JETSETTERBobby Chinn

IN FLIGHT142 PICTURE PERFECTPhotos Taken by AirAsia Guests

144 GET COMFYJoy of Flying

PORT OF CALL146 ROUTE MAP

154 DESTINATIONS

164 AIRASIA SALES OFFICES & STATIONS

166 TOUCHDOWN Nagoya, Japang y , p

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BOARDING CALL 06 CAPTAINS ADDRESSThe Journey Continues

08 INBOXThe Buzz from our Guests

12 RED FORTNews from AirAsia

168 MY AIRASIAFriendly Frontliners

FLIGHT PLAN 20 SPOTLIGHTStuff youd Love to Know

26 HOT DATES June Events to Keep a Lookout for

30 ASEAN COMPASSInspiring Ideas, Incredible Getaways

34 QUICK BITESPalatable Pleasures

40 PAGE TURNERTop Tomes

44 MONEY MAKERCreating Competitive Advantage

46 PRESCRIPTIONSave Yourself

48 SCORE BOARDBabys First Sport

52 HYPER TECHChange The World

58 SLEEP INNSLifes a Beach

64 HIT LISTPowerful Phenomena

140 KIDS SPACEWild Charms


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PUBLISHER Dato Kamarudin Meranun

GROUP HEAD, ANCILLARY INCOME

Al-Ishsal Ishak

MANAGING EDITOR R. Rajendra

DEPUTY EDITOR Beverly Rodrigues

ART DIRECTOR Kan Seak Hong

WRITERS Chitra SAdli Syahril

PHOTOJOURNALIST Adam Lee

EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Fazlina Bee Binti Abdul Rashid

GRAPHIC DESIGNER Fadillah Kamarudin

CONTRIBUTORS Captain Lim Khoy Hing, E Hamzah, Flash Parker, Pete King, Shantini Suntharajah

TRAVEL 3SIXTY DIGITAL TEAM

CONTENT Matthew Mok, Ellyse Ng, Irvin Hanni, Haze Jalalludin,Abby Yao, Ari Fajar, Seow Swee Har

WEBMASTER Iyan Yudhiana

WEB DEVELOPERS Mohd Su an, Zulasyraf Razak

WEB DESIGNER Angie Lew

ADVERTISING ENQUIRIES Indran Balavishnu (Malaysia) [email protected]

Senthuran Mohan (Malaysia) [email protected]

May Aung (Singapore) [email protected]

Paragorn Petchnaree (Thailand) [email protected]

Vikhram Radhakishnan (Indonesia) [email protected]

Ivan Riyansah (Indonesia)[email protected]

Frances Barsana (Philippines) [email protected]

Mairianne Reardon (Singapore, UK and International Markets) [email protected]

Tel: +6 03-7966 8655 (Phar Partnerships Malaysia)

Travel 3Sixty wishes to thank Lovatts Crosswords & Puzzles, MPH, Pansing Marketing, Quikmark Media

EDITORIAL ENQUIRIES [email protected]

PUBLISHED BY Travel 3Sixty c/o AirAsia BerhadLCC Terminal, Jalan KLIA S3, Southern Support Zone, Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 64000 Sepang, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia. Tel: 603-8660 4333

PRINTING Percetakan Zanders Sdn. Bhd.No. 16, Jalan BK 1/11, Bandar Kinrara, 47180 Puchong, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia.Tel: 603-5623 9393

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All rights reserved. The opinions and statements of contributors in Travel 3Sixty do not necessarily re ect those of the publisher or AirAsia Berhad. Travel 3Sixty and AirAsia Berhad are not responsible or liable in anyway for the contents of the

advertisements, articles, photographs or illustrations contained in this publication. We reasonably assume that all articles are factual and not plagiarised or intentionally libellous. The editorial team reserves the right to edit and / or re-write all

materials according to the needs of the publication upon usage. Reproduction of material from Travel 3Sixty in any form is strictly prohibited without the written permission of the publisher. Unsolicited materials will not be returned unless

accompanied by suf cient return postage. All information correct at the time of printing.

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PUBLISHER Dato Kamarudin Meranun

GROUP HEAD, ANCILLARY INCOME

Al-Ishsal Ishak

MANAGING EDITOR R. Rajendra

DEPUTY EDITOR Beverly Rodrigues

ART DIRECTOR Kan Seak Hong

WRITERS Chitra SAdli Syahril

PHOTOJOURNALIST Adam Lee

EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Fazlina Bee Binti Abdul Rashid

GRAPHIC DESIGNER Fadillah Kamarudin

CONTRIBUTORS Captain Lim Khoy Hing, E Hamzah, Flash Parker, Pete King, Shantini Suntharajah

TRAVEL 3SIXTY DIGITAL TEAM

CONTENT Matthew Mok, Ellyse Ng, Irvin Hanni, Haze Jalalludin,Abby Yao, Ari Fajar, Seow Swee Har

WEBMASTER Iyan Yudhiana

WEB DEVELOPERS Mohd Su an, Zulasyraf Razak

WEB DESIGNER Angie Lew

ADVERTISING ENQUIRIES Indran Balavishnu (Malaysia) [email protected]

Senthuran Mohan (Malaysia) [email protected]

May Aung (Singapore) [email protected]

Paragorn Petchnaree (Thailand) [email protected]

Vikhram Radhakishnan (Indonesia) [email protected]

Ivan Riyansah (Indonesia)[email protected]

Frances Barsana (Philippines) [email protected]

Mairianne Reardon (Singapore, UK and International Markets) [email protected]

Tel: +6 03-7966 8655 (Phar Partnerships Malaysia)

Travel 3Sixty wishes to thank Lovatts Crosswords & Puzzles, MPH, Pansing Marketing, Quikmark Media

EDITORIAL ENQUIRIES [email protected]

PUBLISHED BY Travel 3Sixty c/o AirAsia BerhadLCC Terminal, Jalan KLIA S3, Southern Support Zone, Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 64000 Sepang, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia. Tel: 603-8660 4333

PRINTING Percetakan Zanders Sdn. Bhd.No. 16, Jalan BK 1/11, Bandar Kinrara, 47180 Puchong, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia.Tel: 603-5623 9393

PRE-PRESS SERVICES Handprint.comNo 1A Jalan SS25/34, Mayang Light Industrial Park,47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia

All rights reserved. The opinions and statements of contributors in Travel 3Sixty do not necessarily re ect those of the publisher or AirAsia Berhad. Travel 3Sixty and AirAsia Berhad are not responsible or liable in anyway for the contents of the

advertisements, articles, photographs or illustrations contained in this publication. We reasonably assume that all articles are factual and not plagiarised or intentionally libellous. The editorial team reserves the right to edit and / or re-write all

materials according to the needs of the publication upon usage. Reproduction of material from Travel 3Sixty in any form is strictly prohibited without the written permission of the publisher. Unsolicited materials will not be returned unless

accompanied by suf cient return postage. All information correct at the time of printing.

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AirAsia on Facebook: www.facebook.com/AirAsia. For AirAsia promotional updates, travel stories & news: www.facebook.com/airasia

AirAsia blog to share travel experiences and stories: http://blog.airasia.com

Find us on Weibo athttp://t.sina.com.cn/airasia

Folow us on RenRen athttp://page.renren.com/airasia

FOR QUERIES, ASSISTANCE AND FEEDBACK, YOU CAN REACH US HERE:

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were already operating in the country. In fact, there was a growing clamour for stricter regulations on budget carrier practices such as misleading and deceptive promo fares. Instead of seeing this as a hindrance, we saw this as an opportunity to introduce AirAsias pro-people practice of all-in fares with no hidden costs and dishonest promos. We entered the market in 2012; within a year, the government enacted the Air Passenger Bill of Rights that made all-in fares mandatory! We, the smallest and newest player on the block, pioneered this practice, which is now an industry standard.

Our hub is 82 kilometres northwest of Manila in Clark International Airport, Pampanga. Today, we operate flights to two popular domestic destinations (Davao and Kalibo for Boracay) and four regional destinations (Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Taipei and Hong Kong). SMEs (Small and Medium Entrepreneurs) and travellers, particularly OFWs (Overseas Filipino Workers) and their families in Central and Northern Luzon, and those in Northern Metro Manila who have been underserved and saddled with poor connectivity and high fares can now connect to AirAsias vast route network in over 20 countries. Weve been taking small strides by offering low fares, awesome connectivity, ef ciency and quality service.

A young high-schooler from Pangasinan recently e-mailed me thanking me for bringing AirAsia to Clark. Because of AirAsia, he and his schoolmates were able to see, up close and personal, a real monkey-eating eagle at the sanctuary in Davao instead of just reading about this near extinct raptor in text books. I want more Filipinos to travel around the country and explore the world not only to nd work but to experience and learn about the environment, arts, culture, heritage, music and life.

We marked our first birthday in March 2013 by announcing a strategic alliance with Zest Airways, a local LCC based in Manila and Kalibo under the leadership of prominent Filipino businessman Ambassador Alfredo Yao. Through Zest, our guests will be able to y between Manila and Kalibo to points in South Korea, China and Asean as well as to major Philippine cities and island destinations. Im excited that very soon well be able to connect these major cities and small and emerging tourist islands directly to AirAsias enormous and growing network in Asia, Australia and beyond.

Marianne (Maan) HontiverosCEO, Philippines AirAsia

THE JOURNEY CONTINUESSummers during my teenage years meant a months visit with relatives in the Visayas province. In those days, my parents had to save up a considerable amount for our airfares. Those trips on the then state-of-the-art BAC 1-11s were always exciting and made us feel privileged to be able to travel by air instead of taking the long and tiring overnight boat ride.

In college, being a student activist involved travelling around the country mostly by bus, rail, ship and very rarely, by airplane. Flying was largely a bourgeois luxury but I must confess: I was totally enamoured by it!

Fresh out of college, believing that travel was an integral part of education, my friends and I set up the Youth and Student Travel Association of the Philippines and linked up with the Swiss Student Travel Bureau pioneers of cheap student charter flights between Europe, the Middle East and Thailand.

The next few decades turned me into an airplane junkie as my career morphed from one field to another television, corporate communication, music, the arts each providing opportunities for further travels. I dare say that I credit my travel experiences for enriching my life and preparing me for what is undoubtedly my most exciting and challenging metamorphosis as CEO of Philippines AirAsia.

Tony Fernandes dream of making air travel affordable so that Now Everyone Can Fly! truly resonated with me an airline for the people how cool is that! I witnessed Tony and Kamarudin (co-founders of AirAsia) make that dream come true as they built Malaysia AirAsia from a two-aircraft operation 11 years ago to the largest and most successful low cost airline in Asia. They replicated this success in Thailand and Indonesia! I very badly wanted that for the Philippines as well.

By the time we were ready to launch Philippines AirAsia, four other budget airlines

CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: Maan with her dad; Maan with the team at Warner Music with Tony Fernandes; Maan with PAA AllStar; Maan performing at the Lollipop Party ABC Ch 5 circa 1970; a still of Maan from the Road travel show Ch 4 circa 1987.

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were already operating in the country. In fact, there was a growing clamour for stricter regulations on budget carrier practices such as misleading and deceptive promo fares. Instead of seeing this as a hindrance, we saw this as an opportunity to introduce AirAsias pro-people practice of all-in fares with no hidden costs and dishonest promos. We entered the market in 2012; within a year, the government enacted the Air Passenger Bill of Rights that made all-in fares mandatory! We, the smallest and newest player on the block, pioneered this practice, which is now an industry standard.

Our hub is 82 kilometres northwest of Manila in Clark International Airport, Pampanga. Today, we operate flights to two popular domestic destinations (Davao and Kalibo for Boracay) and four regional destinations (Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Taipei and Hong Kong). SMEs (Small and Medium Entrepreneurs) and travellers, particularly OFWs (Overseas Filipino Workers) and their families in Central and Northern Luzon, and those in Northern Metro Manila who have been underserved and saddled with poor connectivity and high fares can now connect to AirAsias vast route network in over 20 countries. Weve been taking small strides by offering low fares, awesome connectivity, ef ciency and quality service.

A young high-schooler from Pangasinan recently e-mailed me thanking me for bringing AirAsia to Clark. Because of AirAsia, he and his schoolmates were able to see, up close and personal, a real monkey-eating eagle at the sanctuary in Davao instead of just reading about this near extinct raptor in text books. I want more Filipinos to travel around the country and explore the world not only to nd work but to experience and learn about the environment, arts, culture, heritage, music and life.

We marked our first birthday in March 2013 by announcing a strategic alliance with Zest Airways, a local LCC based in Manila and Kalibo under the leadership of prominent Filipino businessman Ambassador Alfredo Yao. Through Zest, our guests will be able to y between Manila and Kalibo to points in South Korea, China and Asean as well as to major Philippine cities and island destinations. Im excited that very soon well be able to connect these major cities and small and emerging tourist islands directly to AirAsias enormous and growing network in Asia, Australia and beyond.

Marianne (Maan) HontiverosCEO, Philippines AirAsia

THE JOURNEY CONTINUESSummers during my teenage years meant a months visit with relatives in the Visayas province. In those days, my parents had to save up a considerable amount for our airfares. Those trips on the then state-of-the-art BAC 1-11s were always exciting and made us feel privileged to be able to travel by air instead of taking the long and tiring overnight boat ride.

In college, being a student activist involved travelling around the country mostly by bus, rail, ship and very rarely, by airplane. Flying was largely a bourgeois luxury but I must confess: I was totally enamoured by it!

Fresh out of college, believing that travel was an integral part of education, my friends and I set up the Youth and Student Travel Association of the Philippines and linked up with the Swiss Student Travel Bureau pioneers of cheap student charter flights between Europe, the Middle East and Thailand.

The next few decades turned me into an airplane junkie as my career morphed from one field to another television, corporate communication, music, the arts each providing opportunities for further travels. I dare say that I credit my travel experiences for enriching my life and preparing me for what is undoubtedly my most exciting and challenging metamorphosis as CEO of Philippines AirAsia.

Tony Fernandes dream of making air travel affordable so that Now Everyone Can Fly! truly resonated with me an airline for the people how cool is that! I witnessed Tony and Kamarudin (co-founders of AirAsia) make that dream come true as they built Malaysia AirAsia from a two-aircraft operation 11 years ago to the largest and most successful low cost airline in Asia. They replicated this success in Thailand and Indonesia! I very badly wanted that for the Philippines as well.

By the time we were ready to launch Philippines AirAsia, four other budget airlines

CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: Maan with her dad; Maan with the team at Warner Music with Tony Fernandes; Maan with PAA AllStar; Maan performing at the Lollipop Party ABC Ch 5 circa 1970; a still of Maan from the Road travel show Ch 4 circa 1987.

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STAR BUY!Exclusive AirAsia foldable backpack at MYR39 only!!

Kudos to Travel 3Sixty for publishing the article Real vs Reel Pilots (April 2013). As a regular air traveller, it is only natural for me to feel anxious after watching the movie Flight. However, Captain Lim Khoy Hing eased my fears by clearly spelling out the distinction between fact and fi ction when it comes to the strict safety operating standards practised in air travel. The fact that there are always two competent pilots (the captain and his co-pilot) in the fl ight reassures me that I am in safe hands

at all times. Also, knowing that there are safety mechanisms in an aircraft that prevent it from making dangerous manoeuvers, further provides comfort to me. With this in mind, Id not hesitate to travel more by air! ~ Lee Joo Ee, via email

The article, The New Seoul (April 2013) in Travel 3Sixty proved to be very insightful in inviting readers to look at Seoul and South Korea from a more personal angle. I was in Seoul in the summer of 2012 and visiting the National Museum of Contemporary Art in Gwacheon was defi nitely one of the highlights. Reading the article, I was transported back to that brief time I spent walking the streets of Seoul, and I remember thinking how the ancient and contemporary existed side-by-side not incongruously,

but in fact, quite beautifully. As my trip was pretty short, now I long to go back and experience more of the new Seoul after reading the article. ~ Madelline Romero, Manila, Philippines

INBOX

I read the very inspiring article titled Timothy Sangawa (April 2013) in Travel 3Sixty during my fl ight from Kuala Lumpur to Tawau recently. What captured my interest was how Sangawa transited effortlessly from the corporate world to the entertainment business. I found similarities between his life and mine as I was reading the article. I too was spotted by a modelling agency scout some time ago but decided not to attend the interview; instead, I continued with my offi ce life. Although I too have experienced lots of adventures in my life, they come no where near what Sangawa has done and achieved. My point here: I was afraid to step out of my comfort zone and with that decision, missed my chance to try out something new and even more exciting. My advice to others: When opportunity comes knocking, grab the bull by its horns and just do it. You only live once! ~ Yeoh Yeong Kai, Singapore

HERES THE BUZZ ON AIRASIAS SOCIAL MEDIA

Like what you read in Travel 3Sixty? Share your thoughts with us in English! To show how much we appreciate your feedback, well give the best letter of the month a MYR300 voucher to be redeemed against products available at www.airasiamegastore.com while two other published letters will win a MYR100 voucher each to be redeemed against products available at the said website. Each voucher code is valid for one transaction per user and only at www.airasiamegastore.com. Vouchers are not exchangeable for cash and are valid until Dec 31, 2013 only. Take note that unutilised value of the voucher is not refundable. Other T&C may apply. Please refer to said website for details.

Thx to AirAsia, I just came back from Boracay. It was an amazing trip!

Choon Hooi

I bought plenty of cheap tickets for travels in 2014! Thank you, AirAsia!

Diyan Wijayanti

Been booking tix with AirAsia for the past 10 years with minimal problems and lots of good memories.

Ajim Ajim

@anoelblanc

I had the most pleasant fl ight to Padang on April 26 piloted by Capt. Caesar. Friendly service that ended with a smooth landing.

@JohnLamont2

Flew AirAsia for the fi rst time with my family from Clark to Hong Kong. I just wanted to say Thank You for the fantastic service.

@cahyakartika

Thanks AirAsia for your excellent service not only on board, but your ground staff were really nice as well.

Transfer to Koh Samui from airplane to bus, then boat. What a wonderful trip! Thumbs up to AirAsias Island Transfer package!

Eric

Thanks AirAsia for fulfi lling my dream! Successfully booked fl ight to Kunming on the cheapest fare!

Coco Face

Finally Ive booked my ticket to Macau for only about RMB800! Even though its not the cheapest, but I got it during the holiday season. Thanks AirAsia for making my dream come true!

Wendy2007

y chance LETTEROF THEMONTH!


AirAsiaMegastore is a one-stop solution shopping portal where guests can purchase exciting travel products, AirAsiacollectibles, in ight Comfort Kit, travel accessories, cosmetics, fragrances and loads and loads of exciting goodies. Make your online purchases from the comfort of your home or, buy that special item you have been coveting when onboard AirAsia ights. Either way, you will take home exciting products sold at amazingly affordable prizes! Whats

more, lots of new products are added every month and special sales are held frequently! What are you waiting for? Shop like theres no tomorrow at www.airasiamegastore.com

LETTER OF THE MONTH WINS A MYR300 voucher to be redeemed against products available for sale at www.airasiamegastore.com

OTHER PUBLISHED LETTERS WINA MYR100 voucher each voucher to be redeemed against products available for sale at www.airasiamegastore.com

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STAR BUY!Exclusive AirAsia foldable backpack at MYR39 only!!

Kudos to Travel 3Sixty for publishing the article Real vs Reel Pilots (April 2013). As a regular air traveller, it is only natural for me to feel anxious after watching the movie Flight. However, Captain Lim Khoy Hing eased my fears by clearly spelling out the distinction between fact and fi ction when it comes to the strict safety operating standards practised in air travel. The fact that there are always two competent pilots (the captain and his co-pilot) in the fl ight reassures me that I am in safe hands

at all times. Also, knowing that there are safety mechanisms in an aircraft that prevent it from making dangerous manoeuvers, further provides comfort to me. With this in mind, Id not hesitate to travel more by air! ~ Lee Joo Ee, via email

The article, The New Seoul (April 2013) in Travel 3Sixty proved to be very insightful in inviting readers to look at Seoul and South Korea from a more personal angle. I was in Seoul in the summer of 2012 and visiting the National Museum of Contemporary Art in Gwacheon was defi nitely one of the highlights. Reading the article, I was transported back to that brief time I spent walking the streets of Seoul, and I remember thinking how the ancient and contemporary existed side-by-side not incongruously,

but in fact, quite beautifully. As my trip was pretty short, now I long to go back and experience more of the new Seoul after reading the article. ~ Madelline Romero, Manila, Philippines

INBOX

I read the very inspiring article titled Timothy Sangawa (April 2013) in Travel 3Sixty during my fl ight from Kuala Lumpur to Tawau recently. What captured my interest was how Sangawa transited effortlessly from the corporate world to the entertainment business. I found similarities between his life and mine as I was reading the article. I too was spotted by a modelling agency scout some time ago but decided not to attend the interview; instead, I continued with my offi ce life. Although I too have experienced lots of adventures in my life, they come no where near what Sangawa has done and achieved. My point here: I was afraid to step out of my comfort zone and with that decision, missed my chance to try out something new and even more exciting. My advice to others: When opportunity comes knocking, grab the bull by its horns and just do it. You only live once! ~ Yeoh Yeong Kai, Singapore

HERES THE BUZZ ON AIRASIAS SOCIAL MEDIA

Like what you read in Travel 3Sixty? Share your thoughts with us in English! To show how much we appreciate your feedback, well give the best letter of the month a MYR300 voucher to be redeemed against products available at www.airasiamegastore.com while two other published letters will win a MYR100 voucher each to be redeemed against products available at the said website. Each voucher code is valid for one transaction per user and only at www.airasiamegastore.com. Vouchers are not exchangeable for cash and are valid until Dec 31, 2013 only. Take note that unutilised value of the voucher is not refundable. Other T&C may apply. Please refer to said website for details.

Thx to AirAsia, I just came back from Boracay. It was an amazing trip!

Choon Hooi

I bought plenty of cheap tickets for travels in 2014! Thank you, AirAsia!

Diyan Wijayanti

Been booking tix with AirAsia for the past 10 years with minimal problems and lots of good memories.

Ajim Ajim

@anoelblanc

I had the most pleasant fl ight to Padang on April 26 piloted by Capt. Caesar. Friendly service that ended with a smooth landing.

@JohnLamont2

Flew AirAsia for the fi rst time with my family from Clark to Hong Kong. I just wanted to say Thank You for the fantastic service.

@cahyakartika

Thanks AirAsia for your excellent service not only on board, but your ground staff were really nice as well.

Transfer to Koh Samui from airplane to bus, then boat. What a wonderful trip! Thumbs up to AirAsias Island Transfer package!

Eric

Thanks AirAsia for fulfi lling my dream! Successfully booked fl ight to Kunming on the cheapest fare!

Coco Face

Finally Ive booked my ticket to Macau for only about RMB800! Even though its not the cheapest, but I got it during the holiday season. Thanks AirAsia for making my dream come true!

Wendy2007

y chance LETTEROF THEMONTH!


AirAsiaMegastore is a one-stop solution shopping portal where guests can purchase exciting travel products, AirAsiacollectibles, in ight Comfort Kit, travel accessories, cosmetics, fragrances and loads and loads of exciting goodies. Make your online purchases from the comfort of your home or, buy that special item you have been coveting when onboard AirAsia ights. Either way, you will take home exciting products sold at amazingly affordable prizes! Whats

more, lots of new products are added every month and special sales are held frequently! What are you waiting for? Shop like theres no tomorrow at www.airasiamegastore.com

LETTER OF THE MONTH WINS A MYR300 voucher to be redeemed against products available for sale at www.airasiamegastore.com

OTHER PUBLISHED LETTERS WINA MYR100 voucher each voucher to be redeemed against products available for sale at www.airasiamegastore.com

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WORRY-FREE, FUSS-FREEAirAsia has made air travel affordable, thus enabling guests to visit and explore cities and countries with its Now Everyone Can Fly motto. Paying attention to the tips and pointers listed on this page will ensure guests truly benefi t from the facilities and services offered by AirAsia.

TRAVELLING INFANTS We want everyone to y and this includes infants. Special air fares for infants are provided in the Fee Schedule on www.airasia.com for infants between nine (9) days old to under the age of two (2) years old (24 months) on the date of travel. For your infant to travel, he or she must sit on an adults lap. Only one (1) infant is allowed for each (1) adult.

The number of infants is limited per ight due to safety regulations and as such, there may be a possibility that we may not be able to accommodate your request to carry infants with you. Furthermore, no perambulators are allowed on board the aircraft.

For infants eight (8) days old and/or below we reserve the right not to carry them. However, we may in our absolute discretion, decide to carry such infants when such carriage is expressly sanctioned in writing by a medical practitioner and when the parent of the infant signs a Limited Liability Statement.

CABIN BAGGAGEEach guest is allowed one piece of cabin baggage AND 1 laptop bag OR 1 handbag on-board. The main cabin baggage shall not exceed 56cm x 36cm x 23cm and should not weigh more than 7kgs. This baggage should also be able to fi t under the seat in front of you or in the overhead compartment.

CARRIAGE OF PREGNANT GUESTSCarriage of pregnant guests are subject to the following conditions.Pregnancy up to 27 weeks (inclusive)

X Carriage: PermittedX Limited Liability

Statement: RequiredPregnancy between 28 weeks to 34 weeks (inclusive)

X Carriage: PermittedX Limited Liability

Statement: RequiredX Doctors Medical

Certi cate: Required with the following information

Number of weeks of pregnancy

Letter shall be dated not more than thirty (30) days from the date of departure.

Pregnancy 35 weeks and above:

X Carriage: Not Permitted

SELF CHECK-IN FACILITIESGuests fl ying with AirAsia can choose to check-in via any of these three facilities: Website, Mobile or, Kiosks at airports. Here is a quick graphic timeline on the facilities available.

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X WELCOMES 10TH BIRDAirAsia X welcomed its 10th Airbus A330-300 aircraft into the fold at the Airbus manufacturing factory in Toulouse, France, on April 23. The aircraft is the rst of the seven total deliveries for 2013. To commemorate the event, the airline launched a social media contest called AirAsia X: Designate our Aircraft from March 18 to April 3, asking AirAsia X fans to name all seven of the airlines soon-to-arrive aircraft. The contest received a tremendous response with 200 names shortlisted, but it

was the Japanese-inspired Xakura Blossom that was picked for this special aircraft. The name re ects the beauty of the sakura blossom season, which takes place from April to May. All seven winners were judged on their creativity and relevance, as well as the rationale in describing the airlines brand. Winners received a free return ight to any of AirAsiaXs destinations.

In commemorating the birth of our 10th baby, we are pleased to announce its new name: Xakura Blossom. We believe that the name Xakura Blossom is synonymous with our dedication to the Japanese market. The name can also be easily remembered, as Japan is known for its sakura or cherry blossom season.~ Azran Osman-Rani, CEO of AirAsia X

On May 12, Virgin Group entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson served as a female fl ight attendant on board an AirAsia X fl ight from Perth to Kuala Lumpur. This change in career for a day was the result of losing a friendly wager with Tan Sri Dr Tony Fernandes, Group CEO of AirAsia. More than two years ago, the two aviation icons bet on whose Formula One racing team then, Virgin and Team Lotus

would fi nish ahead of the other in their debut at the 2010 Formula One Grand Prix in Abu Dhabi.

The loser would have the honour of serving as a female fl ight attendant complete with make-up and heels on board the winners airline. In 2010,

Tony Fernandes then Team Lotus fi nished two spots ahead of Sir Richard Bransons Marussia

Virgin Racing team, sealing the fate of the British business magnate. Ever the good sport, Branson shaved his legs, slipped into a sexy red skirt and took to the skies as a female fl ight attendant. In the name of charity, fl ight tickets were sold for MYR1,308 or AUD399 one way to witness the historic event with AUD100 from each seat donated by AirAsia X to the Starlight Childrens Foundation in Australia. The airline also donated 10% of all infl ight sales proceeds including duty free merchandise sold on board to the foundation. Guests were also invited to make donations on board the special fl ight. The Starlight Children Foundation is committed to brightening the lives of seriously ill and hospitalised children around the country.

BRANSON AT YOUR SERVICE

Azran Osman Rani with AirAsia X Allstars at the Airbus Delivery Centre in Toulouse, France.

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On April 7, AirAsia X celebrated the inaugural launch of the airlines Kuala Lumpur Jeddah route at the Hilton Hotel in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. In attendance were Dato Kamarudin Meranun, Co-founder and Director of AirAsia X; Tuan Mohd Khalid Abdul Razak, the Consulate General of Malaysia in Jeddah; Sheikh Khalid Al-Aboud, President and owner of Al Faris Travels and Tourism; representatives from tourism bodies and King Abdulaziz International Airport; as well as business associates and members of the media. Jeddah is an important destination as it is the main gateway to Makkah and Madinah, Islams holiest cities.

We are delighted to celebrate the launch of AirAsia X fl ights into Jeddah. Our presence will further solidify the AirAsia Groups position in offering guests greater fl ight connections and fl exibility between Asean and the Middle East. ~ Dato Kamarudin Meranun, Co-founder and Director of AirAsia X

JEDDAH ATTRACTIONS

X KINGS FOUNTAIN One of Jeddahs major attractions, the 853-foot fountain is said to be the tallest fountain in the world, and it uses saltwater from the Red Sea. Kings Fountain is simply stunning when illuminated at night.

X BALAD Forget the big malls and head over to Balad for

shopping. Balad is a bustling souq (open marketplace) selling local cuisine, perfumes, souvenirs and lots more.

X SILVER SANDS BEACH Escape the busy streets and chill by the Silver Sands Beach. Located at the northern side of Jeddah, this strip boasts clear waters, and is a perfect getaway for beach lovers.

AirAsia X ies to Jeddah from Kuala Lumpur four times weekly. Go to www.airasia.com for details.

LAUNCHING JEDDAH

On April 20, 14 teams comprising 70 AllStars from Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia participated in the Regional Paintball Tournament at Club 11Bbgun in Bangkok. The tournament was organised by AirAsias Culture unit with the aim of enhancing communication and team building skills, as well as creating a closer bond among AllStars. Thai AirAsia won rst place, taking home MYR1,000 and lots of medals, while rst runner-up went to AirAsia X. There was a tie for second runner-up with Malaysia AirAsias People Department and Thai AirAsias Engineering Department. First and second runner-up teams walked away with MYR500 and MYR300 respectively.

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ON TO JOHORNow, its even easier to visit Johor Bahru in Malaysia. Beginning June 7, AirAsia will connect the bustling cities of Medan and Jakarta in Indonesia to Johor Bahru. Check out some of the exciting attractions the sunny southern state has to offer.

X LEGOLAND MALAYSIA The rst Legoland in Asia has 40 interactive rides and exciting attractions such as Lego miniatures of city landmarks in Asia, the Legends of Chima 4D movie and, a super fun rollercoaster ride for adrenaline junkies. www.legoland.my

X PUTERI HARBOUR FAMILY THEME PARK Take your kids to this four-level indoor family theme park, which consists of Lats Place, Little Big Club and Sanrio Hello Kitty Town to meet some of their favourite characters like Hello Kitty, Barney and Bob the Builder. www.playtime.com.my

X JOHOR PREMIUM OUTLET This outlet offers cool fashion and designs from some 80 renowned designers and casual labels including Coach, Shanghai Tang and Charles & Keith, all selling at bargain prices.www.premiumoutlets.com.my

AirAsia ies to Johor Bahru four times weekly from Jakarta and three times weekly from Medan. Go towww.airasia.com for details.

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Left to Right: Mohd Khalid Abdul Razak, Consul General of Malaysia in Jeddah, Dato Kamarudin Meranun, Deputy Group CEO of AirAsia, Sheikh Khalid Al-Aboud, President and Owner of Al-Faris International Travel & Tourism

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On April 7, AirAsia X celebrated the inaugural launch of the airlines Kuala Lumpur Jeddah route at the Hilton Hotel in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. In attendance were Dato Kamarudin Meranun, Co-founder and Director of AirAsia X; Tuan Mohd Khalid Abdul Razak, the Consulate General of Malaysia in Jeddah; Sheikh Khalid Al-Aboud, President and owner of Al Faris Travels and Tourism; representatives from tourism bodies and King Abdulaziz International Airport; as well as business associates and members of the media. Jeddah is an important destination as it is the main gateway to Makkah and Madinah, Islams holiest cities.

We are delighted to celebrate the launch of AirAsia X fl ights into Jeddah. Our presence will further solidify the AirAsia Groups position in offering guests greater fl ight connections and fl exibility between Asean and the Middle East. ~ Dato Kamarudin Meranun, Co-founder and Director of AirAsia X

JEDDAH ATTRACTIONS

X KINGS FOUNTAIN One of Jeddahs major attractions, the 853-foot fountain is said to be the tallest fountain in the world, and it uses saltwater from the Red Sea. Kings Fountain is simply stunning when illuminated at night.

X BALAD Forget the big malls and head over to Balad for

shopping. Balad is a bustling souq (open marketplace) selling local cuisine, perfumes, souvenirs and lots more.

X SILVER SANDS BEACH Escape the busy streets and chill by the Silver Sands Beach. Located at the northern side of Jeddah, this strip boasts clear waters, and is a perfect getaway for beach lovers.

AirAsia X ies to Jeddah from Kuala Lumpur four times weekly. Go to www.airasia.com for details.

LAUNCHING JEDDAH

On April 20, 14 teams comprising 70 AllStars from Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia participated in the Regional Paintball Tournament at Club 11Bbgun in Bangkok. The tournament was organised by AirAsias Culture unit with the aim of enhancing communication and team building skills, as well as creating a closer bond among AllStars. Thai AirAsia won rst place, taking home MYR1,000 and lots of medals, while rst runner-up went to AirAsia X. There was a tie for second runner-up with Malaysia AirAsias People Department and Thai AirAsias Engineering Department. First and second runner-up teams walked away with MYR500 and MYR300 respectively.

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ON TO JOHORNow, its even easier to visit Johor Bahru in Malaysia. Beginning June 7, AirAsia will connect the bustling cities of Medan and Jakarta in Indonesia to Johor Bahru. Check out some of the exciting attractions the sunny southern state has to offer.

X LEGOLAND MALAYSIA The rst Legoland in Asia has 40 interactive rides and exciting attractions such as Lego miniatures of city landmarks in Asia, the Legends of Chima 4D movie and, a super fun rollercoaster ride for adrenaline junkies. www.legoland.my

X PUTERI HARBOUR FAMILY THEME PARK Take your kids to this four-level indoor family theme park, which consists of Lats Place, Little Big Club and Sanrio Hello Kitty Town to meet some of their favourite characters like Hello Kitty, Barney and Bob the Builder. www.playtime.com.my

X JOHOR PREMIUM OUTLET This outlet offers cool fashion and designs from some 80 renowned designers and casual labels including Coach, Shanghai Tang and Charles & Keith, all selling at bargain prices.www.premiumoutlets.com.my

AirAsia ies to Johor Bahru four times weekly from Jakarta and three times weekly from Medan. Go towww.airasia.com for details.

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Left to Right: Mohd Khalid Abdul Razak, Consul General of Malaysia in Jeddah, Dato Kamarudin Meranun, Deputy Group CEO of AirAsia, Sheikh Khalid Al-Aboud, President and Owner of Al-Faris International Travel & Tourism

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TUNE IN INDIAOn May 15, Tune Hotels opened its rst Indian property in the Gujarati city of Ahmedabad. The 100-room hotel within the newly-developed 4D Square Mall in the citys Motera area is located on the main road to the state capital of Gandhinagar and a stones throw away from Sardar Patel cricket stadium. Besides standard single and double rooms, the hotel has introduced family rooms that can accommodate up to six people. Tune Hotels will soon unveil ve to six more hotels in Gujarat as part of their plans to expand across India with 20 hotels in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Hyderabad and Chennai over the next three years.

We see this as a great boost for not only travel between Malaysia and India, but adding further attraction to increasing travel within India. Like AirAsia, we pride ourselves on being a customer-focused brand, ~ Mark Lankester, Group CEO of Tune Hotels.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, TONY!On April 24, AirAsia AllStars organised an early birthday surprise for Tony Fernandes, whose real birthday falls on April 30, at the RedFort. The Group CEO of AirAsia was presented with a birthday cake in the shape of an AirAsia aircraft, and entertained with a special birthday rap performed by members of the airlines Ramp Team and Flight Attendants department. Dato Aziz Bakar, Chairman of AirAsia; Dato Kamarudin Meranun, Deputy Group CEO of AirAsia; Aireen Omar, CEO of Malaysia AirAsia and members of AirAsias Board of Directors were there to join the celebration.

WINTER SPORTS IN AUSTRALIAWinter in Australia begins in June and lasts till August, and this is the best time to head to the land Down Under for some quality skiing and other wintry pursuits.

X VICTORIA Enjoy downhill and cross-country skiing, tobogganing and snow tubing at Victorias alpine region, which is part of the Australian Alps. Top spots for winter sports include Mount Buller, home to the Olympic Winter Institute of Australia; Falls Creek, a fun retreat for all budgets; and Mount Hotham, the powder capital of Australia.

X TASMANIA Visit the island states two small downhill ski- elds at Ben Lomond in the north and Mount Mawson, north-west of Hobart. When conditions permit, cross-country skiing is also possible at Cradle Mountain, part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area inscribed by UNESCO in 1982 and one of the countrys most scenic alpine locations.

X NSW Check out well-serviced ski resorts like Thredbo, Perisher, Charlotte Pass and Selwyn Snow elds in the Snowy Mountains Australias highest mountain range for some of the best ski resorts in New South Wales.

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TUNE IN INDIAOn May 15, Tune Hotels opened its rst Indian property in the Gujarati city of Ahmedabad. The 100-room hotel within the newly-developed 4D Square Mall in the citys Motera area is located on the main road to the state capital of Gandhinagar and a stones throw away from Sardar Patel cricket stadium. Besides standard single and double rooms, the hotel has introduced family rooms that can accommodate up to six people. Tune Hotels will soon unveil ve to six more hotels in Gujarat as part of their plans to expand across India with 20 hotels in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Hyderabad and Chennai over the next three years.

We see this as a great boost for not only travel between Malaysia and India, but adding further attraction to increasing travel within India. Like AirAsia, we pride ourselves on being a customer-focused brand, ~ Mark Lankester, Group CEO of Tune Hotels.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, TONY!On April 24, AirAsia AllStars organised an early birthday surprise for Tony Fernandes, whose real birthday falls on April 30, at the RedFort. The Group CEO of AirAsia was presented with a birthday cake in the shape of an AirAsia aircraft, and entertained with a special birthday rap performed by members of the airlines Ramp Team and Flight Attendants department. Dato Aziz Bakar, Chairman of AirAsia; Dato Kamarudin Meranun, Deputy Group CEO of AirAsia; Aireen Omar, CEO of Malaysia AirAsia and members of AirAsias Board of Directors were there to join the celebration.

WINTER SPORTS IN AUSTRALIAWinter in Australia begins in June and lasts till August, and this is the best time to head to the land Down Under for some quality skiing and other wintry pursuits.

X VICTORIA Enjoy downhill and cross-country skiing, tobogganing and snow tubing at Victorias alpine region, which is part of the Australian Alps. Top spots for winter sports include Mount Buller, home to the Olympic Winter Institute of Australia; Falls Creek, a fun retreat for all budgets; and Mount Hotham, the powder capital of Australia.

X TASMANIA Visit the island states two small downhill ski- elds at Ben Lomond in the north and Mount Mawson, north-west of Hobart. When conditions permit, cross-country skiing is also possible at Cradle Mountain, part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area inscribed by UNESCO in 1982 and one of the countrys most scenic alpine locations.

X NSW Check out well-serviced ski resorts like Thredbo, Perisher, Charlotte Pass and Selwyn Snow elds in the Snowy Mountains Australias highest mountain range for some of the best ski resorts in New South Wales.

AirAsia X ies to Sydney and Melbourne from Kuala Lumpur. Go to www.airasia.com for details.

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SUTHA PERUMALHOW IT BEGANMy career started with AirAsia when I joined as a Flight Attendant (FA) in 2006. At present, I am a Senior Flight Attendant.

MY MOTIVATIONThe things that excite me are AirAsias guests and the cabin crew. The idea of working with the worlds best crew to serve our esteemed guests is great motivation for me.

THE PAYOFFA FAs job is not easy but we have been trained well to serve our guests no matter what the situation. From my daily experience engaging and serving them, Ive learnt how to be patient, how to work together as a team with the crew and how to communicate effectively with people from all walks of life. These skills have given me huge amounts of personal con dence. No university can teach you that! My favourite experience was

when a young girl walked up to me and when I asked what I could do for her, she simply smiled and told me that when she grew up, she wanted to be exactly like me!

FUN TIME ON-BOARDWe do all sorts of fun things on board such as celebrating events like birthdays and Valentines Day, as well as playing in ight games with our guests. We ensure that guests have a good time on board but more importantly, it gives us FAs great joy to see others having a good time! It is very ful lling to make someone feel special on board.

MY ADVICE TO ASPIRING FASCome on board! The sky is the limit with AirAsia. Trust me; life does take on a meaningful turn when you are passionate about your role as a FA with AirAsia. It is fun and ful lling and you also get to see the world. Now, try beating that!

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STOMPING THE STAGE

Internationally-acclaimed production STOMP returns to Singapore with new

routines, choreography and music. Using everyday items like plastic bags, bin lids,

supermarket trolleys and even kitchen sinks to create a unique performance

that combines percussion, movement and visual comedy, the show has been a

global phenomenon over the past two decades. Be a part of the action at

Marina Bay Sands Mastercard Theatre, Singapore from

June 18 to 23, 2013. www.marinabaysands.com

FIND YOUR KEYSTired of ri ing through the contents of your bag to nd your keys? Get help with My Puppies Key Finder, a nifty device that helps you locate your keys. Simply attach your keys to the device with an elastic band and turn it on. Whistle or clap and the device will instantly light up, making it easy for you to spot those elusive keys. Available on board all AirAsia ights. www.airasiamegastore.com

GROOVY GEORGE TOWN Commemorating George Towns listing as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Malaysia celebrates arts, culture and heritage during the George Town Festival with events held at venues across Penangs capital from June 7 to July 7, 2013. Highlights include a concert by Italian chamber music group I Musici, Sutra - a dance performance inspired by Buddhist Shaolin monks and choreographed by Flemish/Moroccan artist Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui and, Roughcut a lm symposium by Tropfest South East Asia. www.georgetownfestival.com

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SULTANS OF SCIENCEAn exhibition that celebrates the contributions of Muslim scholars in science and technology during Islams Golden Age (700-1700 CE), Sultans of Science Islamic Science Rediscovered takes visitors on a journey of discovery through interactive, sensory and static exhibits in diverse elds from mathematics to astronomy. Marvel at the innovations that paved the way for modern-day inventions at Petrosains, The Discovery Centre, Kuala Lumpur from now until June 15, 2013. www.petrosains.com.my

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STOMPING THE STAGE

Internationally-acclaimed production STOMP returns to Singapore with new

routines, choreography and music. Using everyday items like plastic bags, bin lids,

supermarket trolleys and even kitchen sinks to create a unique performance

that combines percussion, movement and visual comedy, the show has been a

global phenomenon over the past two decades. Be a part of the action at

Marina Bay Sands Mastercard Theatre, Singapore from

June 18 to 23, 2013. www.marinabaysands.com

FIND YOUR KEYSTired of ri ing through the contents of your bag to nd your keys? Get help with My Puppies Key Finder, a nifty device that helps you locate your keys. Simply attach your keys to the device with an elastic band and turn it on. Whistle or clap and the device will instantly light up, making it easy for you to spot those elusive keys. Available on board all AirAsia ights. www.airasiamegastore.com

GROOVY GEORGE TOWN Commemorating George Towns listing as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Malaysia celebrates arts, culture and heritage during the George Town Festival with events held at venues across Penangs capital from June 7 to July 7, 2013. Highlights include a concert by Italian chamber music group I Musici, Sutra - a dance performance inspired by Buddhist Shaolin monks and choreographed by Flemish/Moroccan artist Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui and, Roughcut a lm symposium by Tropfest South East Asia. www.georgetownfestival.com

Bridges and Kaki Lima

SULTANS OF SCIENCEAn exhibition that celebrates the contributions of Muslim scholars in science and technology during Islams Golden Age (700-1700 CE), Sultans of Science Islamic Science Rediscovered takes visitors on a journey of discovery through interactive, sensory and static exhibits in diverse elds from mathematics to astronomy. Marvel at the innovations that paved the way for modern-day inventions at Petrosains, The Discovery Centre, Kuala Lumpur from now until June 15, 2013. www.petrosains.com.my

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With just about every AirAsia product and Tune Group merchandise under one roof, fans of these brands need not go far in search of football club memorabilia, top-ups for Tune Talk SIM packs, AirAsia ight tickets and all the essentials of a dream holiday. Located at Low Yat Plaza in downtown Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, the Tune Store is a one-stop lifestyle outlet that optimises brand value through a holistic approach that engages customers with a variety of products.

Of cially launched by the co-founders of the Tune Group of Companies, Tan Sri Dr Tony Fernandes (Group CEO of AirAsia) and Dato Kamarudin Meranun (Deputy Group CEO of AirAsia), Tune Store offers a host of products that include Tune Hotels, Tune Money and Tune Insurance products, Caterham F1 Team and Queens Park Rangers Football Team (QPR) memorabilia and collectibles, and AirAsia BIG Loyalty Programme, AirAsia Megastore and AirAsia RedTix service offerings. www.tunegroup.com

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With just about every AirAsia product and Tune Group merchandise under one roof, fans of these brands need not go far in search of football club memorabilia, top-ups for Tune Talk SIM packs, AirAsia ight tickets and all the essentials of a dream holiday. Located at Low Yat Plaza in downtown Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, the Tune Store is a one-stop lifestyle outlet that optimises brand value through a holistic approach that engages customers with a variety of products.

Of cially launched by the co-founders of the Tune Group of Companies, Tan Sri Dr Tony Fernandes (Group CEO of AirAsia) and Dato Kamarudin Meranun (Deputy Group CEO of AirAsia), Tune Store offers a host of products that include Tune Hotels, Tune Money and Tune Insurance products, Caterham F1 Team and Queens Park Rangers Football Team (QPR) memorabilia and collectibles, and AirAsia BIG Loyalty Programme, AirAsia Megastore and AirAsia RedTix service offerings. www.tunegroup.com

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HONG KONGHONG KONG DRAGONBOAT CARNIVALJUNE 21 - 23 One of the worlds biggest celebrations, this carnival sees thousands of spectators and athletes descend on Hong Kongs Victoria Harbour to party and paddle.www.discoverhongkong.com

MALAYSIAMEN IN TUTUSJUNE 2 - 23 Les Ballets Grandivas ballerinos don uffy white tutus for another round of hilarious ballet comedy at KL Live, PJ Live Arts and Penangpac. Their brilliant tongue-in-cheek humour will have you rolling on the oor with laughter!www.gardnerandwife.com

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LORD OF THE RINGS THE FELLOWSHIP OF THERING LIVE IN SINGAPOREJUNE 6 - 8 Catch the three-hour concert presentation of Peter Jacksons award-winning lm for the rst time in Southeast Asia at The Star Performing Arts Centre in Singapore. The rst instalment of the lm trilogy will be projected above the 250 musicians.

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CIRCUS OZ 2013: CRANKED UPJUNE 19 - JULY 14 Australias critically-acclaimed rock n roll, animal-free circus entertains crowds at Birrarung Marr in Melbourne with jaw-dropping stunts. www.circusoz.com

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HONG KONGHONG KONG DRAGONBOAT CARNIVALJUNE 21 - 23 One of the worlds biggest celebrations, this carnival sees thousands of spectators and athletes descend on Hong Kongs Victoria Harbour to party and paddle.www.discoverhongkong.com

MALAYSIAMEN IN TUTUSJUNE 2 - 23 Les Ballets Grandivas ballerinos don uffy white tutus for another round of hilarious ballet comedy at KL Live, PJ Live Arts and Penangpac. Their brilliant tongue-in-cheek humour will have you rolling on the oor with laughter!www.gardnerandwife.com

SINGAPORE

LORD OF THE RINGS THE FELLOWSHIP OF THERING LIVE IN SINGAPOREJUNE 6 - 8 Catch the three-hour concert presentation of Peter Jacksons award-winning lm for the rst time in Southeast Asia at The Star Performing Arts Centre in Singapore. The rst instalment of the lm trilogy will be projected above the 250 musicians.

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CIRCUS OZ 2013: CRANKED UPJUNE 19 - JULY 14 Australias critically-acclaimed rock n roll, animal-free circus entertains crowds at Birrarung Marr in Melbourne with jaw-dropping stunts. www.circusoz.com

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THAILAND NJs Story Concert JUNE 8 www.thaiticketmajor.com MALAYSIA Heineken Green Room JUNE 15 www.heineken.com/my HONG KONG Sesame Street Live: Elmos Super Heroes JUNE 28 - JULY 1 www.hkticketing.com INDONESIA G-Dragon 2013 World Tour JUNE 15 & 16 www.myticket.co.id CHINA Designing 007: 50 Years of Bond Style JUNE 1 - 30 www.shanghai247.net AUSTRALIA Melbourne International Jazz Festival MAY 31 - JUNE 9 www.melbournejazz.com

TAIWANCIRQUE DU SOLEILS MICHAEL JACKSON THE IMMORTAL WORLD TOURJUNE 28 - 30 Cirque du Soleil reinterprets Michael Jacksons unforgettable hits like Thriller, Smooth Criminal and Beat It in a theatrical stage production at the Taipei Arena. www.cirquedusoleil.com.tw

INDONESIARICHARD CLAYDERMAN LIVE IN JAKARTAJUNE 7 French pianist Richard Clayderman performs instrumental renditions of popular songs and easy-listening classical music at Balai Kartinis Nusa Indah Theatre in Jakarta.www.rajakarcis.com

SOUTH KOREA

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KOTA KINABALU JAZZ FESTIVAL JUNE 14-15Dance the night away at Kota Kinabalus Sutera Harbour as the annual jazz festival returns with a series of music workshops and performances from local and international jazz musicians including Janet Lee, Kekko Fornarelli Trio and Moscow Fish.

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MACAUFEAST OF NA CHAJUNE 25 Taoists pray for good weather, prosperity and social harmony at Na Cha Temple on the 18th day of the fth month in the Chinese lunar calendar. During this ritual, a statue of the Taoist deity of protection, Na Cha, is carried in procession accompanied by lion dance performers from the temple to the city. www.macautourism.gov.mo

JUNE 14 & 15 Get your rave gear ready for one of the worlds biggest dance music festivals. In its second year, the event will see some of the best DJs including Avicii, Armin van Buuren, Kaskade take Seouls Olympic Stadium Complex by storm.

www.umfkorea.com

WE LOVE ASIA PRESENTS JOACHIM GARRAUD JUNE 21Experience electronic music like never before when French DJ-producer Joachim Garraud entertains ravers with his rst live 3D show at KL Live in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

CHINA

SARAH BRIGHTMANLIVE IN SHANGHAIJUNE 23 Soprano superstar Sarah Brightman, whos known for popular classical crossovers, performs hits like Angel and One Day Like This at Shanghai Grand Stage as part of a world tour to promote her 11th studio album, Dreamchaser.www.piao.com.cn

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THAILAND NJs Story Concert JUNE 8 www.thaiticketmajor.com MALAYSIA Heineken Green Room JUNE 15 www.heineken.com/my HONG KONG Sesame Street Live: Elmos Super Heroes JUNE 28 - JULY 1 www.hkticketing.com INDONESIA G-Dragon 2013 World Tour JUNE 15 & 16 www.myticket.co.id CHINA Designing 007: 50 Years of Bond Style JUNE 1 - 30 www.shanghai247.net AUSTRALIA Melbourne International Jazz Festival MAY 31 - JUNE 9 www.melbournejazz.com

TAIWANCIRQUE DU SOLEILS MICHAEL JACKSON THE IMMORTAL WORLD TOURJUNE 28 - 30 Cirque du Soleil reinterprets Michael Jacksons unforgettable hits like Thriller, Smooth Criminal and Beat It in a theatrical stage production at the Taipei Arena. www.cirquedusoleil.com.tw

INDONESIARICHARD CLAYDERMAN LIVE IN JAKARTAJUNE 7 French pianist Richard Clayderman performs instrumental renditions of popular songs and easy-listening classical music at Balai Kartinis Nusa Indah Theatre in Jakarta.www.rajakarcis.com

SOUTH KOREA

ULTRA MUSIC FESTIVAL KOREA 2013

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KOTA KINABALU JAZZ FESTIVAL JUNE 14-15Dance the night away at Kota Kinabalus Sutera Harbour as the annual jazz festival returns with a series of music workshops and performances from local and international jazz musicians including Janet Lee, Kekko Fornarelli Trio and Moscow Fish.

BE OUR FAN ON FACEBOOK.COM/AIRASIAREDTIX, FOLLOW US ON TWITTER.COM/REDTIX AND PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS FOR THE ABOVEMENTIONED EVENTS AT AIRASIAREDTIX.COM

MACAUFEAST OF NA CHAJUNE 25 Taoists pray for good weather, prosperity and social harmony at Na Cha Temple on the 18th day of the fth month in the Chinese lunar calendar. During this ritual, a statue of the Taoist deity of protection, Na Cha, is carried in procession accompanied by lion dance performers from the temple to the city. www.macautourism.gov.mo

JUNE 14 & 15 Get your rave gear ready for one of the worlds biggest dance music festivals. In its second year, the event will see some of the best DJs including Avicii, Armin van Buuren, Kaskade take Seouls Olympic Stadium Complex by storm.

www.umfkorea.com

WE LOVE ASIA PRESENTS JOACHIM GARRAUD JUNE 21Experience electronic music like never before when French DJ-producer Joachim Garraud entertains ravers with his rst live 3D show at KL Live in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

CHINA

SARAH BRIGHTMANLIVE IN SHANGHAIJUNE 23 Soprano superstar Sarah Brightman, whos known for popular classical crossovers, performs hits like Angel and One Day Like This at Shanghai Grand Stage as part of a world tour to promote her 11th studio album, Dreamchaser.www.piao.com.cn

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MALAYSIAS LAKSA This is a spicy noodle dish with a somewhat fanatical following, especially in Penang. While there are many varieties hailing from Malaysias different states, the popular ones come in two styles: Curry laksa, which is usually coconut milk-based and asam laksa, which has a sh and tamarind paste.

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VIETNAMS PHO A mouth-watering delight, the classic pho is a rice noodle dish served with a avoursome broth that is prepared using beef and marrow-rich bones, and seasoned with cinnamon, cloves, fennel and star anise. It is served with basil leaves, chilli peppers, green onions, bean sprouts and lime wedges.

THAILANDS PAD THAI This is arguably one of the most popular Asian dishes around. A basic pad thai consists of at rice noodles, aromatic spices and meat or shrimp. Its topped with bean sprouts, ground peanuts, strips of omelette, and a dash of lime juice. Pad thai has found its way around

the world but you havent really had pad thai till youve tasted the authentic version in Thailand.

If youre having a hard time deciding the ideal spot for a beach vacation in Asia, here are some sizzling picks based on feedback from millions of travellers who participated in the 2013 Travellers Choice Beach Awards by TripAdvisor.

WHITE BEACH, BORACAY, VISAYAS, PHILIPPINES Famous for breath-taking sunsets, this gem is considered Boracays most popular beach and a romantic spot for honeymooners.

RAILAY BEACH, KRABI, THAILAND Ideal for family getaways, this beach serves up idyllic views and fun activities like snorkelling and kayaking.

RADHANAGAR BEACH, ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR ISLANDS, INDIA With turquoise waters and diverse fl ora and fauna in its surrounding area, this is one of the worlds best beaches and a nature lovers paradise.

OTRES BEACH, SIHANOUKVILLE, CAMBODIA A little off the beaten track, this lovely beach offers a peaceful escape.

SECRET LAGOON BEACH, MIMAROPA, PHILIPPINES This spectacular beach is surrounded by limestone cliffs, and accessible only by swimming through a hole in the cliff!

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MALAYSIAS LAKSA This is a spicy noodle dish with a somewhat fanatical following, especially in Penang. While there are many varieties hailing from Malaysias different states, the popular ones come in two styles: Curry laksa, which is usually coconut milk-based and asam laksa, which has a sh and tamarind paste.

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INSPIRING IDEAS, INCREDIBLE GETAWAYS

Many people fall in love with Asia the moment they discover the continents diverse and delicious cuisine. Here are some must-try dishes to begin your love affair.

EAT & LOVE ASIA

VIETNAMS PHO A mouth-watering delight, the classic pho is a rice noodle dish served with a avoursome broth that is prepared using beef and marrow-rich bones, and seasoned with cinnamon, cloves, fennel and star anise. It is served with basil leaves, chilli peppers, green onions, bean sprouts and lime wedges.

THAILANDS PAD THAI This is arguably one of the most popular Asian dishes around. A basic pad thai consists of at rice noodles, aromatic spices and meat or shrimp. Its topped with bean sprouts, ground peanuts, strips of omelette, and a dash of lime juice. Pad thai has found its way around

the world but you havent really had pad thai till youve tasted the authentic version in Thailand.

If youre having a hard time deciding the ideal spot for a beach vacation in Asia, here are some sizzling picks based on feedback from millions of travellers who participated in the 2013 Travellers Choice Beach Awards by TripAdvisor.

WHITE BEACH, BORACAY, VISAYAS, PHILIPPINES Famous for breath-taking sunsets, this gem is considered Boracays most popular beach and a romantic spot for honeymooners.

RAILAY BEACH, KRABI, THAILAND Ideal for family getaways, this beach serves up idyllic views and fun activities like snorkelling and kayaking.

RADHANAGAR BEACH, ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR ISLANDS, INDIA With turquoise waters and diverse fl ora and fauna in its surrounding area, this is one of the worlds best beaches and a nature lovers paradise.

OTRES BEACH, SIHANOUKVILLE, CAMBODIA A little off the beaten track, this lovely beach offers a peaceful escape.

SECRET LAGOON BEACH, MIMAROPA, PHILIPPINES This spectacular beach is surrounded by limestone cliffs, and accessible only by swimming through a hole in the cliff!

BEST BEACH HOLIDAY EVER!

For an extensive list of beaches and island destinations, scan this

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FOR FOOD-LOVING DADS Plan a culinary trip to Manila, Philippines and savour delicious local fare like sinigang (a sour stew) and lechon (roast pork). If your dads adventurous, theres balut, a fertilised duck embryo that is boiled and eaten in the shell.

FOR BEACH-LOVING DADS If your dad cant get enough of the beach then Indonesias world famous surf spots in Bali and Sulawesi are the places to go. Book a

sur ng class, and you both will be riding waves like pros in no time!

FOR NATURE-LOVING DADS If your dad enjoys an outdoor challenge, why not climb Mount Kinabalu together? The shared triumphs and tribulations that come with conquering one of the tallest peaks between the Himalayas and New Guinea, will give the two of you something to talk (and brag) about for the rest of your lives!

SAVING BIGIN JAPANTheres no doubt about it if youre serious about seeing the world, Japan is a must-visit country. However, budget travellers tend to give Japan a wide berth because even though its easy on the eye, it can be hard on the wallet! Here are some tips to help you cut costs.

ACCOMMODATION Capsule hotels are basic accomodations that give you just enough room to sleep. They may look cramped but many guests fi nd them to be quite comfortable and affordable at less than USD40 a night. www.hostelworld.com

TRANSPORT Public transport especially cab rides can be extremely pricey, setting you back JPY600 to 700 for just the fi rst two kilometres. Savvy budget travellers opt for buses or bicycle hire. Walking will help you save yen and work off that sushi lunch! www.rentabike.jp

FOOD Load up at lunch as many eateries offer special set menus that dont cost a bomb. Basement fl oors at large supermarkets are also a great place to fi nd cheap and good meals.

BHAKTAPUR Located in the east corner of the Kathmandu Valley, Bhaktapur is one of three royal cities in Nepal. Home to the Newari people, Bhaktapur is also known as Nepals Cultural Gem as it is brimming with architectural wonders such as terracotta monuments, palaces and temples with elaborate carvings and gilded roofs, and fabulous pagodas and religious shrines.

BOUDHNATH One of the most important Tibetan Buddhist pilgrimage sites, the highlight of this UNESCO World Heritage-listed town is its ancient stupa. One of

the worlds largest, this stupa has been attracting Buddhist pilgrims for hundreds of years. Watching pilgrims chant mantras and circle the stupa certainly counts as a peaceful, even spiritual experience.

SWAYAMBUNATH Swayambunath is located west of Kathmandu, and is one of Nepals oldest religious complexes. Ancient inscriptions found on a stone here indicate that it was founded at the beginning of the 5th century AD. The site is also known as the Monkey Temple as monkeys actually live in parts of the temple.

NEPALS GEMSNepal is known for its almost otherworldly beauty, famed Himalayan mountain range and of course, Mount Everest, the worlds tallest peak. Kathmandu, the capital and tourism gateway to Nepal, was once believed to be the fabled city of Shangri-La. Even if you have no plans to scale a mountain, Nepal will keep you busy with its stunning historic and spiritual sites.

DADDY TIME To surprise your dad this Fathers Day, treat him to an unforgettable vacation. Its a wonderful way to show him your appreciation and enjoy quality time together. Here are a few dad-worthy vacation spots that your father will absolutely love. Theyre certainly far more enjoyable than the boring wallet or tie he gets every year!

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GETTING THERE AirAsia X ies to Kathmandu from Kuala Lumpur. Go to www.airasia.com for details.

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