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cameronhighland: Kang Travel and Tours Job Opportunity http://goo.gl/fb/ei6QU

cameronhighland: Kang Travel and Tours Job Opportunity http://goo.gl/fb/ei6QU ...

  • Posted on 30 August 2010 | 6:05 pm

Kang Travel and Tours Job Opportunity

Hello! Looking for a job in Cameron Highlands? Well here's some job opportunity for those who like to work in the highlands, Kang Travel is looking for drivers who have PSC License and Sales Operator for their office. If you think it would be interesting to work in Cameron Highlands, well you can give Kang Travel a call. Their telephone contact +60 (5) 4915828 So give a call and see if the ...

  • Posted on 30 August 2010 | 5:43 pm

cameronhighland: Forum: Hi Jan , Tks for the info . Actual I don't want to be tied to local tour schedule with limited times to see… http://goo.gl/fb/wAeAC

cameronhighland: Forum: Hi Jan , Tks for the info . Actual I don't want to be tied to local tour schedule with limited times to see… http://goo.gl/fb/wAeAC ...

  • Posted on 20 August 2010 | 7:19 am

cameronhighland: Forum: taxis are available in Tanah Rata and Brinchang. I don't see them plying around Cameron Highlands. Unlike… http://goo.gl/fb/t2EzH

cameronhighland: Forum: taxis are available in Tanah Rata and Brinchang. I don't see them plying around Cameron Highlands. Unlike… http://goo.gl/fb/t2EzH ...

  • Posted on 20 August 2010 | 7:19 am

cameronhighland: Forum: Ya, I'm getting a lot of negative feedback about this Schwabing Haus Inn German Restaurant in Tanah Rata… http://goo.gl/fb/3IDif

cameronhighland: Forum: Ya, I'm getting a lot of negative feedback about this Schwabing Haus Inn German Restaurant in Tanah Rata… http://goo.gl/fb/3IDif ...

  • Posted on 20 August 2010 | 7:19 am

cameronhighland: Forum: First timer to Cameron Highland , please enlighten me whether easy to get local transport at major tourist… http://goo.gl/fb/jl5IT

cameronhighland: Forum: First timer to Cameron Highland , please enlighten me whether easy to get local transport at major tourist… http://goo.gl/fb/jl5IT ...

  • Posted on 17 August 2010 | 5:30 am

Just came back

my dad just came back from cameron highlands. he had great time there for the entire week and boought back some veggie and flowers too! they stay at heritage hotel and use up their vacation club points for it. they noted that heritage hotel got a splendid new wing and of course anything new means higher price. and there was bus loads of european tourist escaping the summer heat of europe. hmmm I ...

  • Posted on 16 August 2010 | 3:02 pm

cameronhighland: Forum: ello, we was eaten in de Schwabing Haus Inn Geman swiss in the cameron highlands. It was dirty, on the floor… http://goo.gl/fb/b0oPZ

cameronhighland: Forum: ello, we was eaten in de Schwabing Haus Inn Geman swiss in the cameron highlands. It was dirty, on the floor… http://goo.gl/fb/b0oPZ ...

  • Posted on 9 August 2010 | 3:14 pm

Equatorial Cameron Highlands EON Bank Promotion

Saw this Hotel Equatorial Cameron Highlands Hari Raya promotion on my brother's EON Bank credit card. So if you are looking for some cuti-cuti Malaysia promotion, you can look through the fine print and see if this offer is worth it. My brother was considering it but there are some terms and condition to be considered. Too bad my mobile camera makes such a lousy shot so can't really see the ...

  • Posted on 2 August 2010 | 12:15 pm

cameronhighland: Jul 23, Blue Valley Flowers Farm Cameron Highlands http://goo.gl/fb/lbgXw

cameronhighland: Jul 23, Blue Valley Flowers Farm Cameron Highlands http://goo.gl/fb/lbgXw ...

  • Posted on 23 July 2010 | 5:50 pm

Jul 23, Blue Valley Flowers Farm Cameron Highlands

Blue Valley Flowers Farm Cameron Highlands is tucked away in between farms in the Blue Valley area of Cameron Highlands. The nursery here sells potted plants and you can pick your own strawberry! And they got chirping birds for sale too! ...

  • Posted on 23 July 2010 | 5:32 pm

cameronhighland: Jul 23, Green View Garden Cameron Highlands http://goo.gl/fb/CrEmf

cameronhighland: Jul 23, Green View Garden Cameron Highlands http://goo.gl/fb/CrEmf ...

  • Posted on 23 July 2010 | 4:18 pm

Jul 23, Green View Garden Cameron Highlands

Green View Garden Cameron Highlands is located along the Simpang Pular route. Here you can find various strawberry delights in their cafe, a nursery garden growing strawberries and flowers, and various strawberry jams and chocolates in their shop. ...

  • Posted on 23 July 2010 | 3:49 pm

Stop the desecration of Cameron Highlands

Stop the desecration of Cameron Highlands Thursday July 22, 2010 I was a resident of Cameron Highlands for almost 10 years and returned recently after a short break of three years. I am shocked at what I see today. There appears to have been no control over land clearing, building development or river preservation. Hotels, housing schemes, farms and small industries have emerged ...

  • Posted on 22 July 2010 | 11:45 pm

Committee to look into plight of farmers

Committee to look into plight of farmers By Sylvia Looi Friday July 16, 2010 A COMMITTEE will be set up to look into the land problem faced by Bertam Valley farmers, which recently sparked a tense standoff. Tanah Rata assemblyman Ho Yip Kap said the Perak Government had instructed a committee to be formed by the district office to look into the problem faced by the farmers due to the ...

  • Posted on 16 July 2010 | 11:49 pm

cameronhighland: Green Tea Polyphenols and Catechine http://goo.gl/fb/sKJ76

cameronhighland: Green Tea Polyphenols and Catechine http://goo.gl/fb/sKJ76 ...

  • Posted on 15 July 2010 | 11:52 am

Green Tea Polyphenols and Catechine

Came up this discussion about the downside of drinking too much Green Tea. Although drinking Green Tea Polyphenols and Catechine has the good benefit of anti-oxidants which helps to prevent cancer and fighting against free radicals. Drinking too much has side effects that are no good for the body.   Also to note that Catechine can be found in fruits and vegetables too.   In everything, ...

  • Posted on 15 July 2010 | 11:45 am

cameronhighland: Forum: I am still old school...Still uses maps to navigate (actually planned way before the trip)..signboards may be… http://goo.gl/fb/tgi93

cameronhighland: Forum: I am still old school...Still uses maps to navigate (actually planned way before the trip)..signboards may be… http://goo.gl/fb/tgi93 ...

  • Posted on 14 July 2010 | 7:30 am

cameronhighland: Forum: Oh, Alvin just recently came back from Cameron Highlands and he tried the new route from Bertam Valley to… http://goo.gl/fb/YWLY1

cameronhighland: Forum: Oh, Alvin just recently came back from Cameron Highlands and he tried the new route from Bertam Valley to… http://goo.gl/fb/YWLY1 ...

  • Posted on 14 July 2010 | 7:30 am

cameronhighland: Forum: Here was the post about the trip from Cameron Highlands to Tasik Kenyir. There is information given by Idil… http://goo.gl/fb/1K2oL

cameronhighland: Forum: Here was the post about the trip from Cameron Highlands to Tasik Kenyir. There is information given by Idil… http://goo.gl/fb/1K2oL ...

  • Posted on 14 July 2010 | 7:30 am

Bertam Valley Road to Bentong

Received feedback from Alvin that he tried the new road from Bertam Valley to Bentong, Pahang / Kuala Lipis. I would have thought they would open the new road in August but looks like they have already open it. The road is still a little rough according to Alvin but he made it all the way to Bentong without any problem.Excerpt from his comments as follows:Interest route that you may like to know ...

  • Posted on 13 July 2010 | 12:01 pm

cameronhighland: I posted a new photo to Facebook http://fb.me/wOy8aQXY

cameronhighland: I posted a new photo to Facebook http://fb.me/wOy8aQXY ...

  • Posted on 13 July 2010 | 10:36 am

cameronhighland: Forum: New highway from Bertam Valley to Kuala Lipis is not ready yet. But that takes you to somewhere in Pahang and… http://goo.gl/fb/ka0kV

cameronhighland: Forum: New highway from Bertam Valley to Kuala Lipis is not ready yet. But that takes you to somewhere in Pahang and… http://goo.gl/fb/ka0kV ...

  • Posted on 13 July 2010 | 1:44 am

cameronhighland: Forum: Dear, Hi,I going to Cameron next weekend, i was wondering can i drive from cameron to kenyir? Jan had… http://goo.gl/fb/fKzcF

cameronhighland: Forum: Dear, Hi,I going to Cameron next weekend, i was wondering can i drive from cameron to kenyir? Jan had… http://goo.gl/fb/fKzcF ...

  • Posted on 12 July 2010 | 4:13 am

All quiet on the highlands front

To take the pun, "All quiet on the western front", well school holidays is over and most people is back to work so Cameron Highlands is having a little peace and quiet for now. Good for relaxing but not good for the people who are working the tourism industry in Cameron Highlands.And yes, as for the Malaysia economy is not quite picking up as what the government says. That's propaganda for you. ...

  • Posted on 9 July 2010 | 11:41 pm

Spice up farm produce

Spice up farm produce Friday July 9, 2010 MALAYSIAN farmers should be bold enough to cultivate new vegetable and fruit species to provide consumers with a wider choice, said Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority (Fama) senior assistant director (regulatory) Suhaimi Ismail said. He said the farmers were generally contented with their existing varieties as they were confident the wholesalers ...

  • Posted on 9 July 2010 | 11:41 pm

Hari Raya Puasa Malaysia holidays Coming Up

It is kinda early to blog about Hari Raya Puasa but this is one big Malaysia holidays festival. The other biggie is the Chinese New Year holidays. These two Malaysia holidays have to really watch out when you are planning for a trip to Cameron Highlands. If you are self drive you can have some measure of control over your transportation. But if you are without your own car and have to rely on ...

  • Posted on 7 July 2010 | 9:52 am

cameronhighland: Jul 2, Drive Travel from Singapore to Cameron Highlands http://goo.gl/fb/y01LV

cameronhighland: Jul 2, Drive Travel from Singapore to Cameron Highlands http://goo.gl/fb/y01LV ...

  • Posted on 2 July 2010 | 12:06 pm

Jul 2, Drive Travel from Singapore to Cameron Highlands

Travel from Singapore to Cameron Highlands. Directions and map to drive from south to north. ...

  • Posted on 2 July 2010 | 12:01 pm

History About Police Fighting Against Communist

My hats off to them for taking the difficult road to protect the freedom of Malaysia during the Emergency period. And wonders of wonders, Paul Kiong also contacted me about trying to connect to a fellow police veteran whom he fought alongside. That's what you get for making the best website about Cameron Highlands! I get some unusual request, and of course get to meet interesting people! Though I ...

  • Posted on 1 July 2010 | 7:36 pm

Water Quality From Cameron Highlands Rivers

Stream investigators monitor water quality Thursday July 1, 2010 CAMERON HIGHLANDS: Chew Lai Ling and Suhaimi Mamat are teachers in Cameron Highlands. Chew, 42, teaches music at her own Cameron Music School in Brinchang whilst Suhaimi, 28, teaches special education to students with learning disabilities at Sekolah Kebangsaan Tanah Rata. One Saturday morning, Chew, Suhaimi and another 26 ...

  • Posted on 1 July 2010 | 7:25 pm

New Bertam Valley Road Causes Farmers to Protest

Tense standoff by farmers over road project By Sylvia Looi and Ivan Loh Wednesday June 30, 2010 CAMERON HIGHLANDS: About 400 farmers in Bertam Valley here blocked the main road for three hours to stop enforcement officers from tearing down their farms to make way for a road project. The farmers used their vehicles to block the road, causing a 2km traffic jam. The standoff lasted from 8.30am ...

  • Posted on 1 July 2010 | 7:10 pm

Sunny days again

Although I spoke of monsoon. Such south-west monsoon weather in Malaysia are not long lasting.And today it is back to hot weather in the lowlands. Good for a car wash though. May as well clean up the car.Funny, I always experience rain after a car wash. And some my friends and family says the same thing. Must be something to do with Murphy's Law! ...

  • Posted on 26 June 2010 | 3:30 pm

Wet weather in Malaysia

Is getting cloudy and rainy lately. I guess wet weather in Malaysia and Cameron Highlands is to be expected. It is now the middle of the south-west Sumatran monsoon season and the rain moisture that got pass Sumatra will now be releasing the moisture laden atmosphere onto the Malaysian west coast.And when it hits the cool mountain range like the Titiwangsa range it will precipitate. So you just ...

  • Posted on 25 June 2010 | 11:54 pm

4 ways to go Cameron Highlands

I found out that there are four ways to go Cameron Highlands. Well almost 4 ways, as the latest route is still under construction. I learned it from Kang Travels the last I was up, and some weeks ago it was reported in the newspaper. So in future you can take your pick on how to travel to Cameron Highlands or even make your connection to another holiday travel destinations from those routes! ...

  • Posted on 24 June 2010 | 2:37 pm

cameronhighland: Jun 23, Cameron Highlands Essentials http://goo.gl/fb/ypQCt

cameronhighland: Jun 23, Cameron Highlands Essentials http://goo.gl/fb/ypQCt ...

  • Posted on 23 June 2010 | 4:34 pm

Jun 23, Cameron Highlands Essentials

Cameron Highlands essential information about planning your trip to the popular Malaysian highlands. About the weather, when to go, where to stay, transportation, banks in Cameron Highlands, petrol station, etc. General information to get you started on your holiday vacation trip! ...

  • Posted on 23 June 2010 | 4:06 pm

Now may be a good time

School holidays is over, traffic in the cities is back to a crawl with rush hour traffic a chore to grind through everyday. Well for those who traded one congestion of the cities to the congestion of Cameron Highlands resort, just too bad. I know, I know, your children cannot take time off from their school studies and you just have to schedule some cuti-cuti Malaysia during the school break, so ...

  • Posted on 23 June 2010 | 12:00 pm

Cameron Highlands Blog

Decided to change the Cameron Highlands blog look and feel a little bit. Well actually I was using the old HTML style, but would like to use the new Blogger layout to use those new features. Oh, well since I'm a one leg kick kinda guy, creating this Cameron Highlands travel website writing content, researching and photography, and of course doing web hosting maintenance and design and who knows ...

  • Posted on 22 June 2010 | 2:37 pm

cameronhighland: School holiday over. Now is the time to go CH! No maddening crowd, yes? http://fb.me/yhTneMEY

cameronhighland: School holiday over. Now is the time to go CH! No maddening crowd, yes? http://fb.me/yhTneMEY ...

  • Posted on 22 June 2010 | 12:38 pm

Worker Shortage In Cameron Highlands

Seems like worker shortages might spell the end of Cameron Highlands. I hope the government will lift the ban coz this is not good for the Cameron Highlands tourism industry, the tea industry, the nurseries, vegetable farms, and all round causes a bad name for Malaysia. If government is sincere about their efforts to promote tourism Malaysia, they need to look into the manpower problem.Sure there ...

  • Posted on 22 June 2010 | 11:48 am

Foreign Workers Labour Shortage

Camerons tourism faces backlash over lack of foreign workers Sunday June 20, 2010 CAMERON HIGHLANDS: Tourism in cool Cameron Highlands, famous for its tea plantations, vegetable and strawberry gardens, is "under threat." And it has got nothing to do with intruders, just the lack of foreign workers. Hoteliers and tour operators said the lack of helping hands might lead to more tea plantations ...

  • Posted on 20 June 2010 | 9:13 am

cameronhighland: Forum: We left Hanoi on a shuttle bus with our tour guide Khoa and 10 other tourists. It took about 3 hours and a… http://goo.gl/fb/Ohvbt

cameronhighland: Forum: We left Hanoi on a shuttle bus with our tour guide Khoa and 10 other tourists. It took about 3 hours and a… http://goo.gl/fb/Ohvbt ...

  • Posted on 16 June 2010 | 2:46 am

School Holidays

How time flies! It is already pass the middle of school holidays. Days are hot and sometimes it rains. Cameron Highlands is no different when it comes to kooky weather. The world climate is topsy-turvy and so is Cameron Highlands. So take your chances and see if the weather in Cameron Highlands is cool or just plain balmy like the English weather. Then you can go for a dainty afternoon tea and ...

  • Posted on 15 June 2010 | 10:42 pm

Cameron Highlands Tea Industry Labour Shortage

This is another case of the short-sightedness of Government. They always think the locals will willingly take up employment in all areas of work. They make some industry not able to approve certain work permits and hope the locals will take up the vacancy. So tell me, what happens when no locals take up those vacancy? Time to close shop and relocate elsewhere where at least can find people to ...

  • Posted on 14 June 2010 | 1:31 pm

Budget accommodation

Sometimes people ask where is the cheapest accommodation to stay in Cameron Highlands? Well be careful what you ask for! Because the cheapest accommodation is not necessary where you want to stay! This cheap lodging goes for about RM10-RM15 per night per person. And they are usually dormitory style or room share style. This type of accommodation is for those backpackers who are traveling on a ...

  • Posted on 13 June 2010 | 2:47 pm

Vegetable Prices Increasing

The local Malaysia news daily reported that the price of vegetables would increase by at least 30% due to low supply caused by the erratic weather and lack of workers. Cameron Highlands Vegetable Growers Association secretary Chay Ee Mong was quoted by the daily as saying that the supply of beans, tomatoes and chillies would be affected. He claimed that farmers were reluctant to plant ...

  • Posted on 7 June 2010 | 9:51 am

Illegal land clearing for cultivation in Cameron Highlands

Sultan of Pahang upset with illegal land clearing for cultivation in Cameron Highlands By Nik Naizi Husin Saturday May 29, 2010 CAMERON HIGHLANDS: Illegal land clearing for cultivation has become a big problem in Cameron Highlands that it has prompted a call from the Sultan of Pahang himself. Sultan Ahmad Shah Sultan Abu Bakar said he had received complaints and assured that the Government ...

  • Posted on 29 May 2010 | 10:10 am

cameronhighland: May 27, Twin Pines Guest House | Cameron Highlands http://goo.gl/fb/nJW0H

cameronhighland: May 27, Twin Pines Guest House | Cameron Highlands http://goo.gl/fb/nJW0H ...

  • Posted on 27 May 2010 | 6:40 pm

May 27, Twin Pines Guest House | Cameron Highlands

Twin Pines guest house is a budget accommodation in Cameron Highlands located in Tanah Rata within easy walking distance to all the amenities. They consider themselves to be the friendliest guesthouse accommodation in Cameron Highlands! ...

  • Posted on 27 May 2010 | 6:18 pm

May 27, Summer Coffee Tasting at Starbucks Coffee Shop location Centrepoint Bandar Utama

Coffee tasting at Starbucks coffee shops location at Centrepoint Bandar Utama and learned a thing or two about beginner coffee tasting tips. ...

  • Posted on 27 May 2010 | 11:13 am

Coach Bus Transportation

An interesting conversation with Gerard. When a guest enquired on which bus coach service to take, Gerard replied, “You pay more for the bus service that breaks down the least often.” Intriguing. The cheaper the coach bus service, the more prone the bus you're planning to take will breakdown. And if you have a connecting flight to catch, you are in big trouble! Murphy's Law also plays a part ...

  • Posted on 26 May 2010 | 2:59 pm

Rafflesia used as traditional medicine unwise

Warning against 'jamu' using Rafflesia 24/5/2010 KUALA LUMPUR: Clinical tests on mice have shown that traditional medicine using the Rafflesia flower can have adverse effects on the liver and spleen, claims a Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia senior lecturer. Dr Nazlina Ibrahim, of the university's School of Biosciences and Biotechnology, said Masters student Khairunnadwa Jemon's research found ...

  • Posted on 25 May 2010 | 12:41 am

School Holidays in June

School term break, Malaysia holidays and Singapore holidays coming up! Cuti-cuti Malaysia, yes? Hey, do watch out for holiday scrunch in Cameron Highlands and if at all possible don't come up during the weekend. You might regret it from the traffic congestion! Cameron Highlands is very popular getaway travel destination so plan wisely!Malaysia School Holidays 2010Second mid-term break from 5th ...

  • Posted on 24 May 2010 | 6:22 pm

Starbucks Summer Tasting Special

Starbucks in Cameron Highlands is part of the Summer Tasting Special promotion amongst the Starbucks Malaysia chain of Starbucks coffee shops. Check out the list and see if you can get some free coffee on that day on the 27th May 7.30pm. Since I not there in CH, I won't get to try it up there, but I still can try them coz there is one near my house in Petaling Jaya! Check out the list of ...

  • Posted on 24 May 2010 | 6:14 pm

May 24, A date with Summer Coffee Tasting at Starbuck Cameron Highlands Malaysia

Starbucks coffee shops in Cameron Highlands will be part of the A Date with Summer Coffee tasting promotion arranged by Starbucks Malaysia on the 26 and 27 May 2010. ...

  • Posted on 24 May 2010 | 5:49 pm

How to use this Cameron Highlands website

Basically I have tried to compartmentalise the information and article reviews into section. Of course sometimes the ideas do overlap so it might end up here and there, but basically I have placed them into several general groups: Accommodation Food Tourist Attractions Getting There Others And from there, there are sub-groups and sub headings, so in the end it gets kinda messy. Hopefully you ...

  • Posted on 20 May 2010 | 3:33 pm

Cameron Highlands Blog on the go!

I'm going to give this blogging on the go for Cameron Highlands Destination website. Quick short post from my mobile phone giving short insightful comments. Or even use it for quick notes while I'm at Cameron Highlands for my later posting of proper articles about our favourite Malaysian highlands escaped holiday travel destination getaway! Yey. ...

  • Posted on 19 May 2010 | 11:38 pm

Rafflesia Flower Kerrii Found

650ha of Rafflesia Kerrii clusters found in Kelantan Wednesday May 19, 2010 KOTA BARU: A 650ha site with many clusters of Rafflesia Kerrii has been found in Lojing Highlands, about 260km south of Kelantan. The area has a potential to be a world heritage site but is threatened by encroaching development from neighbouring Cameron Highlands. The site was discovered by a Universiti Malaysia ...

  • Posted on 19 May 2010 | 12:41 am

Cameron Highlands's farmers need foreign workers

MP: Cameron's farmers need foreign workers Monday May 10, 2010 IPOH: The multi-million ringgit farming industry in Cameron Highlands is under threat due to the Government's ruling restricting the hiring of foreign workers, said Cameron Highlands MP Datuk S.K. Devamany. Devamany, who is Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister's Department, said that unless an exemption was allowed for farmers ...

  • Posted on 10 May 2010 | 12:52 am

Orang Asli free to practice any religion

Well, I certainly hope so. Because sources from the ground for the past many years says otherwise. Sometimes there were road blockades and stand-offs. This kind of things never get reported in mainstream news. We just keep it to ourselves, hush-hush and pray that something will be done. Freedom to practise any faith Friday May 7, 2010 CAMERON HIGHLANDS: The orang asli in Pahang are free to ...

  • Posted on 7 May 2010 | 12:55 am

May 5, Step In CH Vegetable Farm Cameron Highlands

Step In CH vegetable farm in Cameron Highlands is a pleasant small vegetable farm and garden visit. You get to learn some farm lessons too if the owner got the time to converse with you. ...

  • Posted on 6 May 2010 | 12:23 am

Pahang Attracting More Tourist

Pahang to attract more tourists with better packages By Roslina Mohamad Wednesday May 5, 2010 KUANTAN: Pahang, which registered 10 million tourist arrivals last year, has targeted to attract 13.6 million tourists this year by offering better and suitable tour packages featuring the state's popular destinations and activities. State Tourism, Arts and Heritage Committee chairman Datuk Shafiq ...

  • Posted on 5 May 2010 | 12:57 am

May 4, Newsletter #17 Rafflesia Hiking Adventure, Strawberry Farms and Homestays

Newsletter #17 about Rafflesia flower hiking adventure, strawberry farms and homestay Malaysia Cameron Highlands. ...

  • Posted on 5 May 2010 | 12:41 am

Apr 27, Kang Tours and Travel Cameron Highlands

Kang Tours and Travel agency Malaysia in Cameron Highlands provides travel services, tours, accommodation and transportation to explore the Malaysia highlands. ...

  • Posted on 27 April 2010 | 6:04 pm

Apr 27, Cameron Highlands Blog

Cameron Highlands blog and reflection about my recent trip, 4x4 off road hiking adventures and viewing the Rafflesia flower plant and work life balance. ...

  • Posted on 27 April 2010 | 4:47 pm

Apr 27, Fort Brooke Ulu Kelantan Cameron Highlands

Fort Brooke Ulu Kelantan Cameron Highlands was a stronghold against the communist during the Emergency period. However it is now dismantled as it is no longer required. ...

  • Posted on 27 April 2010 | 2:30 pm

Apr 26, Marrybrown Restaurant

Marrybrown Restaurant, a franchise business in Malaysia Cameron Highlands has been around Tanah Rata for sometime. Head out to this eatery for a variety of fast food meals. ...

  • Posted on 26 April 2010 | 7:05 pm

Apr 26, Kentucky Fried Chicken Franchise Business in Malaysia Cameron Highlands

Kentucky Fried Chicken aka KFC franchise business in Malaysia Cameron Highlands, Brinchang is where you head out if you have no idea what else to eat. ...

  • Posted on 26 April 2010 | 6:58 pm

Apr 26, Taman Sedia Cameron Highlands

Taman Sedia is where you can find homestay programs in Malaysia Cameron Highlands. This a peaceful Malay kampung village and has an interesting folklore background. ...

  • Posted on 26 April 2010 | 2:51 pm

Apr 26, Starbuck Coffee Shops | Cameron Highlands

Find yourself a Starbucks Coffee Shops, location in Cameron Highlands Malaysia. If you need your daily coffee lattes in the highlands then head on over to Tanah Rata ...

  • Posted on 26 April 2010 | 1:23 pm

Apr 24, Homestay in Malaysia Cameron Highlands

International cultural homestay in Malaysia Cameron Highlands. Homestay programs supported by tourism Malaysia for a unique cultural homestay international experience. ...

  • Posted on 24 April 2010 | 1:34 pm

Apr 23, Strawberry Farms

There are many strawberry farms in Cameron Highlands. Looking for pick your own strawberry farms? Find a u pick strawberry farms in Cameron Highlands as an activity to do in this popular Malaysia highlands! ...

  • Posted on 23 April 2010 | 1:11 pm

Apr 19, Rafflesia Flower

Rafflesia flower plant in Cameron Highlands, some simple facts about the biggest flower in the world! ...

  • Posted on 20 April 2010 | 12:26 am

Apr 14, Rafflesia Flower Hiking Adventures

Rafflesia flower hiking adventures trail, guided by the Orang Asli of Cameron Highlands, we get to see the Rafflesia plant, largest flower in the world! ...

  • Posted on 14 April 2010 | 11:09 pm

Our hill resorts need cleaning up

Our hill resorts need cleaning up Wednesday April 14, 2010 I AM happy to read that there is a freeze on development in Fraser’s Hill. I spent two days and one night there two weeks ago and came away feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. However, I noticed garbage on the way up the hill and also around Fraser’s. Another thing I couldn’t help but notice was that some of the bungalows were dirty and ...

  • Posted on 14 April 2010 | 10:19 am

Fraser's Hill Development Halted

Pahang state exco rules out any new development in Fraser’s Hill By Roslina Mohamad Tuesday April 13, 2010 KUANTAN: No new land will be opened for development in Bukit Fraser, a popular highland resort in the state. The decision, made three weeks ago by the state executive council, is effective immediately. Pahang Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Adnan Yaakob said the move was necessary to protect and ...

  • Posted on 13 April 2010 | 12:06 am

Flower Show in Chelsea

Local flora set to bloom at the Chelsea Flower Show this May By Sheila Stanley Thursday April 1, 2010 KUALA LUMPUR: A tropical Malaysia-themed garden is set to bloom at the Chelsea Flower Show in London this May. The 220-sq metre garden, designed by award-winning botanical design firm Amphibian Designs, is inspired by lush rainforest and traditional Malaysian village garden plants. The main ...

  • Posted on 1 April 2010 | 11:57 pm

Blue Valley estate workers go three months without salaries

Estate workers go three months without salaries Monday March 29, 2010 WORKERS at Blue Valley Tea Estate in Cameron Highlands have not been paid their salaries for the past three months, highlighted Tamil Nesan. It quoted Blue Valley MIC branch chief S. Cheran as saying that the matter was brought to their attention and a report had been submitted to the Human Resources Ministry. He said the ...

  • Posted on 29 March 2010 | 10:21 am

REACH Cameron Highlands

REACH-ing out Saturday March 27, 2010 Cameron Highlands has been experiencing accelerated growth, especially over the past two decades that, while beneficial to the local economy, is threatening the area with environmental degradation. Part of this can be attributed to poor planning and enforcement. Landslides, silted rivers and dams, constant water disruptions and poor water quality have ...

  • Posted on 27 March 2010 | 11:49 pm

Jim Thompson Thai Silk King

And yet another conspiracy story about Jim Thompson, the Thai Silk King. Nobody knows for sure what happened to him and probably never will considering that there is just isn't enough evidence about what transpired on that day. Still there will be people who just loves a good mystery and will come with a conspiracy theory of their own. And so we have another angle to the disappearance of Jim ...

  • Posted on 23 March 2010 | 12:47 pm

Strawberry Farm in Genting Highlands

Strawberry lure at GentingStory and photos by Nik Naizi HusinThursday February 25, 2010Bentong: Genting Highlands has new attractions for the droves of tourists who visit its theme parks and casino. It is now also home to strawberry and orchid farms.Genting Strawberry Leisure Farms chief executive K.C. Chung said his farm was conceptualised a year ago to diversify the tourism products in Genting ...

  • Posted on 25 February 2010 | 11:04 am

Jan 26, Cameron Highlands Malaysia -- Comments/Replies 2010

Year 2010 Cameron Highlands Malaysia comments/replies submitted by readers/visitors of Cameron-Highlands-Destination.com website/blog. Travel destination feedbacks. ...

  • Posted on 26 January 2010 | 3:25 pm

Vegetables to cost more during CNY

Shortage of supply may raise prices of greensBy Foong Thim LengWednesday January 20, 2010Cameron Highlands: Prices of vegetables with names that symbolise good tidings are expected to go up during Chinese New Year because of higher demand and lower supply.Supply of the vegetables is expected to be lower because farms here were recently affected by bad weather, said Cameron Highlands Vegetable ...

  • Posted on 20 January 2010 | 12:58 pm

Cameron Highlands Enviromental Issues

Cameron Highlands will always have environmental issues as long as there are "tidak apa" people in the government approving project without a care. Perhaps the lack of transparency in approving projects or some other undesirably elements (you know what I mean, the sad state of affairs in this country won't be solved overnight). Cameron Highlands will not be the only affected place, there are so ...

  • Posted on 13 January 2010 | 12:11 am

Hillside hazard and other issues

Cameron Highlands is popular for tourist. But it has a number of enviromental issues. And yet again they are in the limelight for irresponsible development. And this was showcase in the frontpage of the local daily too! Cameron Highlands popularity sure produces it own set of problems. Hopefully the authority will do the needful to keep the enviroment protected or we are going to lose this ...

  • Posted on 11 January 2010 | 8:07 pm

Dec 15, Newsletter #16 Uncle Chow Kopitiam, SPM Resort Home Apartments, Kang Travel

Newsletter #16 Cameron Highlands updates. Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! This issue some recap on Uncle Chow Kopitiam, info about SPM Resort Home and apartments and Kang Travel. ...

  • Posted on 15 December 2009 | 2:26 pm

Oct 30, Destination Wedding Photos

Cameron Highlands destination wedding photos for your romantic bridal photography in the Malaysian Highlands! ...

  • Posted on 30 October 2009 | 6:13 pm

Oct 29, SPM Prima Villa Apartments in Cameron Highlands

SPM Prima Villa Apartments in Cameron Highlands is well furnished and comfortable to stay in for a large group looking for accommodation in Cameron Highlands. ...

  • Posted on 29 October 2009 | 3:36 pm

Oct 29, SPM Resort Home Arabella Cameron Highlands

SPM Resort Home in Puncak Arabella is a bungalow in Cameron Highlands, a guesthouse accommodation with a warm homely feeling to it. ...

  • Posted on 29 October 2009 | 1:54 pm

Oct 22, Malaysia Holidays 2010 and School Holidays

Malaysia Holidays 2010 and School Holiday breaks for your vacation planning trip to Cameron Highlands ...

  • Posted on 22 October 2009 | 1:19 pm

Oct 21, Strawberry Moments Dessert Cafe | Brinchang Cameron Highlands

Head on over to Strawberry Moments Dessert Cafe and enjoy some strawberry desserts, cakes, strudels and other delicious strawberry themed cakes in this little shop in Brinchang, Cameron Highlands. ...

  • Posted on 21 October 2009 | 6:00 pm

Oct 19, Brinchang Night Market in Cameron Highlands

Brinchang night market in Cameron Highlands, a quick video tour of this pasar malam roadside vegetable market. ...

  • Posted on 19 October 2009 | 11:48 am

Oct 16, Kea Farm Vegetable Markets

Kea Farm vegetable markets is located along the roadside on the main road between Tringkap and Brinchang. Here you cay buy various vegetable produce including potted plants and strawberries. ...

  • Posted on 16 October 2009 | 5:59 pm

Oct 16, Brinchang Night Market

The Brinchang Night Market (pasar malam) is a very popular tourist attraction of Cameron Highlands where you can buy vegetables, souvenirs, and various delicious food. ...

  • Posted on 16 October 2009 | 12:39 pm

Oct 5, Kang Travellers Lodge and Hotel | Cameron Highlands

Kang Travellers Lodge (Daniel's Lodge) is a simple, warm budget hotel accommodation in Cameron Highlands. It may be scruffy as Lonely Planet puts it, but its warm hospitality more than makes up for it! ...

  • Posted on 5 October 2009 | 7:51 pm

Sep 17, Cameron Highlands Apartment

Cameron Highlands Apartment destination guide to help find the right apartment for your next trip to Cameron Highlands. Apartment accommodation are affordable and can house your entire family for a vacation travel. ...

  • Posted on 17 September 2009 | 5:53 pm

Sep 8, Newsletter #15 Cameron Highlands Travel Destination Latest Updates

Newsletter #15 Cameron Highlands travel destination latest updates. Some tourism Malaysia update about Taiping, Bukit Larut, destination wedding photos, and the revised hotel directory list. ...

  • Posted on 8 September 2009 | 11:30 pm

Aug 26, Hotel Rosa Passadena | Cameron Highlands

Hotel Rosa Passadena is conveniently located in Brinchang Cameron Highlands. A star rated hotel easily spotted when arrive Brinchang as the hotel towers above other shop building. ...

  • Posted on 26 August 2009 | 11:14 pm

Aug 17, Bukit Larut Map (Maxwell Hill Map)

Here's a Bukit Larut Map (Maxwell Hill Map) giving you a quick guide to the smallest Malaysian Highlands. ...

  • Posted on 17 August 2009 | 11:35 am

Aug 14, Taiping Sights and Attractions

Spend a day to explore the various Taiping sights and attractions including the popular Bukit Larut and other old heritage buildings around this peaceful town. ...

  • Posted on 14 August 2009 | 6:40 pm

Aug 14, Taiping Golf Resort and Hotels

There are Taiping hotels and Taiping golf resort and other accommodations to stay over to explore the town and Bukit Larut. ...

  • Posted on 14 August 2009 | 3:45 pm

Aug 14, Bukit Larut Rest House Accommodations

Here's a list of Bukit Larut rest house accommodation in case you want to stay over and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of Maxwell Hill. ...

  • Posted on 14 August 2009 | 12:17 pm

Aug 13, Benefits of Honey

Here are some health benefits of honey. If ever you decided to buy some honey in some honey bee farms like Ee Feng Gu, at least now you will know some of the benefits of honey. ...

  • Posted on 13 August 2009 | 11:35 pm

Jul 21, Tourism Malaysia Pictures: Bukit Larut

Tourism Malaysia pictures: Bukit Larut (Maxwell Hill). I cobbled together a series of photos of my trip to this small hill station in Perak. Hopefully it would provide some insight about Malaysia smallest and oldest highland. ...

  • Posted on 21 July 2009 | 3:34 pm

Jul 17, Taiping, Perak.

Taiping, Perak is the town where Bukit Larut (Maxwell Hill) is located next to it. A visit to the hill station is not complete without a visit to Taiping town. ...

  • Posted on 17 July 2009 | 7:07 pm

Jul 17, Bukit Larut (Maxwell Hill) in Perak

Visit Bukit Larut (Maxwell Hill) in Perak, Malaysia smallest and oldest hillside resort. Let's see how it compares with Cameron Highlands, eh? ...

  • Posted on 17 July 2009 | 7:00 pm

Jul 16, Travel to Penang and Taiping

We took a weekend break and travel to Penang, Taiping and Bukit Larut (Maxwell Hill) for short tourism Malaysia getaway holiday. ...

  • Posted on 16 July 2009 | 11:53 pm

Jul 3, Destination Wedding Photography Tips

Travel destination wedding photography tips, where to take that beautiful wedding reception photos in Cameron Highlands. ...

  • Posted on 4 July 2009 | 1:01 am

Jul 1, Cameron Tringkap Bee Farm - honey bee hives

Want to see honey bee hives? Visit Cameron Tringkap Bee Farm in Cameron Highlands and learn about honey bees and perhaps find out about the health benefits of honey while you are browsing through their exhibits. ...

  • Posted on 1 July 2009 | 5:26 pm

Jun 24, Kavy Hotel Boutique | Brinchang, Cameron Highlands

Kavy Hotel style itself as a boutique hotel accommodation with a Tudor theme. Located in Brinchang Point, Cameron Highlands you can have quick access to the Brinchang Night Market when it is on. Tourism Malaysia hotels. ...

  • Posted on 24 June 2009 | 3:07 pm

Jun 20, Cameron Organic Produce Restaurant | Products, Farms, Vegetables

Cameron Organic Produce Restaurant not only provides healthy steamboat meals using organic vegetables, they also sell organic products in their restaurant shop. Make an appointment and go for an agro-tourism Malaysia organic farming tour! ...

  • Posted on 20 June 2009 | 5:34 pm

Jun 9, Hotel Flora De Cottage | Brinchang, Cameron Highlands

Hotel Flora De Cottage, Brinchang, Cameron Highlands. Looks small accommodation but can take in a full bus load of tourist. Tourism Malaysia hotel. ...

  • Posted on 9 June 2009 | 11:17 am

Jun 8, Ho Organic Farms, Agro-Tourism, Restaurant and Apartments

Ho Organic Farms has restaurants, apartment and agro-tourism tour of their organic vegetable garden so you can learn about benefits of eating organic vegetables then go for their charcoal steamboat with organic vegetables! ...

  • Posted on 8 June 2009 | 9:12 pm

Jun 4, Uncle Chow Kopitiam, Cameron Highlands tourism Malaysia

Uncle Chow Kopitiam is the first of its kind in Tanah Rata Cameron Highlands. With its coffee shop style and delicious Nyonya foods and local fares, a refreshing change from the usual steamboat restaurants, tea and scones and western styled cafes. ...

  • Posted on 4 June 2009 | 5:46 pm