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Lazy Days Autumn in New Zealand.

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Great Finds Understated Singapore attractions.

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Holiday Heist Malaysian souvenirs worth getting.

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Perfect Surprise Unfamiliar grounds to explore in Melbourne.

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Dry Run UK’s alcohol-free bars.

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WELCOME ONBOARD CEO’S MESSAGE

From left: Captain Czarena Hashiem, Senior First Officer Nadiah Khashiem and Senior First Officer Sariana Nordin.

Dear Guests, Welcome aboard Royal Brunei Airlines (RB).

23 February, 2016 marked a special milestone for Royal Brunei Airlines and the nation. We not only celebrated Brunei’s 32nd National Day, but also witnessed our first female pilot trio flying the Boeing 787 Dreamliner from Bandar Seri Begawan to Jeddah. Their photo was widely featured on social and print media around the world and noted for their achievements.

They have made both Brunei and RB proud and we hope they continue to inspire women across the globe to believe they can achieve their dreams. RB has over forty percent female representation in our Senior Management Team and a strong women presence throughout the rest of the organisation.

All this would not be possible without the strong support of His Majesty’s Government under the Ministry of Education for providing scholarships and support to talented Bruneians through our Cadet Pilot Training Scheme (and the Engineering

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Apprentice Scheme for engineers). Brunei, with an estimated population of 405,000, is punching well above its weight for producing highly skilled pilots and engineers working on the very latest aircraft models.

Last but not least, we would like to wish our Muslim travellers “Selamat Berpuasa” (Happy Fasting) with the holy fasting month of Ramadhan approaching this June.

A sincere word of thanks to all our guests for choosing to fly with RB. We value your continuous support and loyalty to our airline.

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INSIDE RB Roundup of Royal Brunei Airlines happenings.

OPENING OF RB OPERATION CONTROL CENTRE RB Operations Control Centre (OCC) was officiated by Guest of Honour YB Dato Paduka Haji Bahrin Bin Abdullah, Minister of Development and Chairman of Royal Brunei Airlines. The event was held on 18 March, 2016 at Brunei International Airport.

11TH BELAIT TRAVEL FAIR Royal Brunei Airlines (RB) was proud to host this year’s 11th Belait Travel Fair (BTF), which took place from 5-6 March, 2016 at Pusat Insani, Seria.

The BTF grand lucky draw winners were presented with their prizes on 5 April, 2016.

The fair was supported by Sabre Travel Network Brunei (Official Global Distribution System), Baiduri Bank (Official Bank), Bank Islam Brunei Darussalam (BIBD), DST Sdn Bhd and Tourism Malaysia. Participating travel agents were Anthony Tours, At-Taqwa Travel Tours, Century Travel, Darussalam Holdings Sdn Bhd, Freme Travel Services, Pan Bright Travel Services and Southern Cross.

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CELEBRITIES ONBOARD RB was featured in Danang’s music video launched on 18 April, 2016.

Do check out the D’Academy Asia winner’s video at: www.vidio.com.

RB was also featured by two Taiwanese TV hosts for ‘Supertaste Me’, Hsieh Hsin-Hao and Chen Bing-Li, who held a reality tv show around Brunei with RB Brand Ambassador, Wu Chun. Catch their show in the upcoming months.

MIRI OFFICE OPENING Royal Brunei Airlines (RB) launched its newly refurbished and rebranded office at CentrePoint Commercial Centre (Phase 2) located on Kubu Road, MCLD in Miri, Sarawak. Officiating the event was RB Headquarters representative and RB Head of Sales, Christina Chua and RB East Malaysia Country Manager, Christopher Chang.

RB Miri Office was established in 1994 to oversee travel agencies in Sarawak and cater to RB’s customers in Miri.

RB DONATES TO PUSAT BAHAGIA As part of RB Corporate Social Responsibility, RB’s Welfare & Benefits and Management Information System teams donated 27 units of computers to Pusat Bahagia under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture Youth and Sports on 19 April, 2016.

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If there were a season of sentiments, autumn in New Zealand takes the cake.

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LAZY DAYS 01 Nature casts a mantle of golden colours across the landscape in Arrowtown.

02 Balloons assembled ready for the Hamiton Night Glow in Waikato.

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Autumn in New Zealand is a time of plenty in every imaginable way. During the months of March, April and May, skies are blue and foliage is ablaze with golden colours. Fruit harvests are underway and New Zealanders are heading out at weekends to play and compete alongside visitors in a jam-packed calendar of events.

Kiwis have mostly returned to work or school and university after their summer break, leaving a playground for guests to enjoy at their leisure. Popular destinations are uncrowded at this time of year, and it’s easy to travel between towns and within cities. Now’s the ultimate time to swim with dolphins or seals, visit rare native birds in their home environment, gaze upon stars in crystal-clear night skies, picnic among the drifts of leaves carpeting the ground at lakesides and in parks, and join Kiwis at sport and play in the great outdoors.

The seasons in New Zealand are the opposite of those in the northern hemisphere. As winter-weary residents north of the Equator watch for signs of spring, New Zealand’s long, languid summer days are gradually giving way to autumn, bringing cooler evenings, brilliantly clear skies and gorgeously burnished landscapes.

While the native flora is evergreen, there are also many introduced deciduous varieties which lose their leaves when summer has past. Nature casts a mantle of golden colours across the autumn landscape. The countryside is alight with trees decked out in orange, yellow and fiery red, set against deep blue lakes and skies, and mountains in the distance dusted with their first sprinkling of snow.

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Hawke’s Bay Marathon 03 Look out for playful seals at Tonga Island Marine Reserve.

04 Enjoy running through a natural landscape of orchards, beach front in late autumn.

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05 Routeburn Track is one of the nine designated “Great Walks” perfect for hiking.

06 Queenstown Bike Festival combines the best of amazing alpine scenery with mountain bikes.

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Savvy photographers and film crews head here at this time of the year to capture the exquisite light and intense colours. All through the length and breadth of the country, you can feast your eyes (and camera!) on the changing of the guard in the gardens of heritage sites such as Pompallier House and Kerikeri Mission Station in the Bay of Islands, at themed and botanic gardens like Hamilton Gardens and Hadley Park in Christchurch, while you’re passing lavishly planted homesteads and backyard plantings, and the tree-lined shores of the South Island’s alpine lakes.

Settled conditions and the smaller numbers of private boats out and about mean you can enjoy water-based activities without dodging sudden rainstorms or having to compete for space. You can choose your preferred level of water sport excitement, from exhilarating jetboat rides exploring scenic outposts in the Bay of Islands or Shotover River canyons outside Queenstown, to boat tours further offshore to observe wildlife on protected islands like Kapiti near Wellington, to swimming with dolphins or watching them at play at destinations on the North Island’s east coast or coastal waters off Kaikoura in the south. The calm, clear waters provide excellent visibility for snorkelling around the Poor Knights Islands marine reserve 23 kilometres off Northland’s east coast.

Your hosts provide wetsuits, and a hot shower and cup of soup on board when you surface.

Hiking and cycling tracks are usually dry and uncrowded during this time, too. It’s a pleasant time of year to take a spin along some of the trails in New Zealand’s growing cycle network, which covers all grades of difficulty from gentle gradient to challenging downhill runs. You’re also not too late to tackle one of the New Zealand Great Walks. Completing the world-renowned Tongariro Alpine Crossing, which involves traversing a multi-cratered active volcano, in a single spectacular day provides the kind of memories no souvenir could outclass.

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Fruit trees would also be groaning with produce – rosy apples and pears, juicy oranges and plump green and gold kiwi fruit. The grape harvest is underway, and festivals offering delicious fresh food and other delectable nibbles and tipples are popping up everywhere. Many restaurants also refresh their menus to reflect local seasonal produce. At growers and farmers markets in towns and cities across the country, opportunities abound to rediscover old food favourites and sample bold new tastes.

On any day, anywhere in the country, you can count on New Zealanders’ good nature, good humour and generous hospitality. Providers are increasingly looking to provide environmentally friendly tourism, including accommodation in boutique lodges and retreats that combine green credentials with luxurious appointments in inspired natural settings.

Whether you’re an adrenalin addict wanting to pit yourself against the elements or the competition, a nature lover seeking solitary rambles in unspoilt habitats or beautifully curated gardens, a peopleperson wanting to hang out with the locals, or a connoisseur with an appetite for good food, autumn in New Zealand ticks all the boxes.

Royal Brunei Airlines flies Melbourne daily for connections to New Zealand.

Central Otago Pinot Noir Celebration

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Venture Southland 07 Grapes ready for harvesting at Central Otago.

08 Fresh plump Bluff oysters line up at the Bluff Oyster Festival.

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Go beyond the attractions touted in Singapore guidebooks. These underrated bunch have opened quietly, but we’re shedding light on the ones that could have slipped under the radar.

There is no doubt about it. The stars of the museum are definitely Prince, Apollonia and Twinky, the three diplodocid sauropod skeletons found in the United States. But, the recent addition of the Jubilee Whale, a nearly complete skeleton of a 10.6-metre sperm whale, and the 2,000 specimens and interactive displays at this museum located at National University of Singapore makes a visit here anytime simply awesome.

Singapore’s one and only natural history museum is an incredible world of biodiversity. Divided into Biodiversity Gallery and Heritage Gallery, visitors walk through different exhibits that showcase the relationship between Singapore’s development and its natural history. Some exhibits are displayed in curiosity cabinets, further engaging visitors into discovering the displays in a unique way.

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THE LEE KONG CHIAN NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM

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Walk along Neo Tiew Woods and look out for birds and reptiles, such as woodpeckers and monitor lizards. At the Marsh Station, visit one of the bird hides for a chance to observe shy marsh birds such as the Purple Swamphen and Common Moorhen. Then enjoy a panoramic view of Kranji Marshes and Kranji Reservoir from the top of Raptor Tower. During the raptor migratory season between November to March, you may just spot visiting species such as the Black Baza and Japanese Sparrowhawk from here.

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KRANJI MARSHES GUIDED WALK

One of the largest freshwater marshes in Singapore is now ready to be discovered by visitors. Known for its rustic charm, Kranji Marshes is a 56.8-hectare freshwater marshland and home a unique biodiversity.

With the latest guided walk by National Parks Board, you can walk past pristine array of flora and fauna, catch sight of any of the 170 species of birds, 54 species of butterflies and 33 species of dragonflies that call this place home.

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Did you know that you can orchestrate a symphony of fireworks with a flick of your hand? Or that whatever your creative imagination desires can be realised on screen and more? This is the premise of MOSH! (pronounced “moshi”) at Sentosa. Okay, it’s a place designed more for the kids, but who says the kid in you can’t enjoy it as well?

Described as a creative future space, it utilises state-of-theart immersive multimedia technology to create a stimulating virtual environment. Like in Paper Plane Adventure, kids are taught to fold a paper airplane then aim it at the screen.

Once the plane hits the screen, an animation of a plane continues to fly across varied landscapes. There’s also Doodle Aquarium where your drawn caricature can be scanned and “transported” to another big screen that looks like a giant aquarium. What will make the child (and adult) squeal in glee is that each technological masterpiece identifies your gesture and motion and uses that to create an immersive virtual experience which is real-time, responsive and reactive. Now, that’s cool.

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National Gallery Singapore

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National Gallery Singapore

National Gallery Singapore

THE NATIONAL GALLERY SINGAPORE

National Gallery Singapore

Okay, this one did not quite open quietly, but it had to make the list. Whether you’re a fan of the arts or otherwise, a visit to this decade-in-the making museum will inspire and leave you breathless. Marrying two of Singapore’s iconic monuments, the former Supreme Court and City Hall building, the Gallery is more than just a hallowed hall for exhibits. Apart from being the home to the original painting printed on the Singapore SGD50 note – the “Drying Salted Fish”, curated in 1978 – it also lets you peek into stunning spaces, once off-limits to the public. This includes the secret library for Singapore’s lawyers and judges, the Rotunda Dome, with its awe-inspiring hall and purpose-built circular tables; the beautifully-terrazoed floors of the Supreme Court foyer and the Padang Atrium with its filigree veil roof that allows for a dazzling play of light.

For exhibits, explore the works of Singapore’s homegrown artists at the DBS Singapore Gallery and the UOB Southeast Asia Gallery that presents the largest South-East Asian modern art exhibition in any space.

Royal Brunei Airlines flies Singapore 2x daily.

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Holi day Heist Ten unconventional souvenirs to bring back from Malaysia.

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Remember the last souvenir you received? Chances are, it’s hidden deep in your closet or collecting dust somewhere. So the next time you’re souvenir hunting, forget the fridge magnets, keychains, t-shirts and little trinkets that your friends won’t know what to do with. Here are some unconventional souvenir ideas to bring back from Malaysia that your friends will love.

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Texti les – Bati k & Songket Batik and songket are traditional Malaysian textiles, each with its own unique designs.

Malaysian batik is renowned for its vibrant colours and bold prints.

The songket on the other hand, is a brocade of woven silk or cotton interwoven with either silver or golden threads. The intricate designs on the textile make great decorations around the home as tablecloths, pillow cases or even as a statement art piece.

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Whether you’re a fan of durian or not, durian chocolate is a great gift to introduce friends to the King of Fruits.

Love it or hate it, it’s sure to bring a great reaction out of them! The chocolates are often odourless, so they are safe to carry onboard or packed in the luggage.

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Instant White Coffee The coffee culture in Malaysia began in the olden kopitiam (coffee shop) days. It was a common sight to have the young and old enjoying a cup of freshly brewed coffee while reading the newspaper or chatting with one another. While kopitiams have evolved, Malaysian coffee has remained a favourite among the locals. Thanks to a special roasting technique involving margarine, Malaysian white coffee has a unique flavour and aroma that is loved by many. Creamy and rich in taste, the instant packs offer a convenience for the perfect cup of coffee at any time. Some of the more popular brands are OLDTOWN, Ah Huat and Aik Cheong.

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Share a taste of Malaysia with those at home.

From curry pastes to satay sauces, there are many different types of ready-to-cook sauces for you to bring home. Look out for Brahim’s or Baba’s for the most authentic flavours.

Some brands have ready-to-eat curries and sauces that need only to be heated up. Vacuum packed in convenient sachets, these are also a favourite with Malaysians abroad craving for a taste of home.

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MyKuali Penang White Curry Instant Nood les

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MyKuali Penang White Curry instant noodles is as authentic as it gets for instant noodles. What sets this instant noodles apart is the chilli paste and non-dairy creamer that gives the soup a rich and creamy texture.

When it was first launched, these noodles were so elusive that people went into a frenzy trying to get their hands on them. Some would even buy them in bulk from the factory in Penang to share them with friends back home. Thankfully, they are now easily available at most supermarkets.

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Gamat Products A species of sea cucumber, gamat is rich in protein and has medicinal healing values.

Processed gamat is available in pure liquid form, also known as “air gamat” (gamat water), that can be consumed, and a mixed type, known as “minyak gamat” (gamat oil) that is used for external application. It is useful in healing cuts, burns, injuries and even toothaches.

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Nutmeg oil is traditionally used to relieve muscular pains, sprains, cramps, headaches and stomachaches. It is made from the extract of the nutmeg seed. Just apply the oil on affected areas, and you’ll find relief. A popular brand of nutmeg oil is Cheong Kim Chuan which has a shop in Penang where you can find other nutmeg products, too.

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Boh Tea You might have seen the spectacle of teh tarik – Malaysia’s local tea – at the stalls, but the British also brought their love for English-styled tea when they colonised Malaysia. Founded in 1929

by J. A. Russell, BOH Plantations is the largest tea producer in Malaysia with tea gardens along the slopes of Cameron Highlands. Besides black tea, they also produce unique flavoured teas such as passion fruit, lime and ginger, mango, earl grey with tangerine and lemon mandarin.

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Half-Boi led Egg Cooker Half-boiled eggs remain a breakfast favourite across generations in Malaysia. This useful, nifty gadget makes it easy to make the perfect half-boiled eggs – soft egg whites with runny yolks. Just put your eggs in, pour hot water up to the indicator line, and wait for the water to slowly drip into the bottom container. No fiddling with timers and stoves early in the morning!

Adopt a Turtle

Want to give a gift that makes a difference? Adopt a turtle in your friend’s name and help save the turtles in Terengganu. By adopting a turtle, you will be helping WWF in their efforts to protect this national icon to ensure that they are around for generations to come. You’ll receive a cute turtle plush toy, an info card and a certificate that you can give to your friend. Donations start from MYR 38 monthly. For information, go to WWF Malaysia – Adopt A Turtle www.pandashop.my/adoptaturtle Royal Brunei Airlines flies Kuala Lumpur 2x daily.

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01 An imaginitive shot of Flinders Street Station on a photography tour.

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Perfect When the familiar becomes unfamiliar.

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Kayak Melbourne 02 For a city that is so familiar to many, there are still unfamiliar grounds that can be explored.

03 Get active and see another side of Melbourne from a kayak.

03 The city of Melbourne is often touted as vibrant. Its rich café scene and European vibe are the pride of the locals and, for visitors, among the things that pull them to explore.

For the frequent visitor, there is always the yearning to find something more. As though Melbourne, with its plethora of events and attractions, remain yet unexplored. That we have only scratched the surface, and like the proverbial tip of the iceberg, there remains much of the city hidden and just waiting to be discovered.

For a city that is so familiar to many, there are still unfamiliar grounds that can be explored.

Kent Cuthbert have long had a passion for the outdoors and living an active lifestyle.

From participating in sports from an early age right up to competing in 5 Ironman Triathlon events, Cuthbert never tire of reasons to spend time outside. After fifteen years in the corporate world, and realising others should also be shown how amazing Melbourne outdoors is, he started Kayak Melbourne.

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04 Freddy’s Bike Tours have got bike lovers covered to explore the city.

05 Bikes for hire so you can discover Melbourne on your own.

Through Kayak Melbourne, Cuthbert not only facilitates others to get active, but also enables visitors – especially locals – to see another side of Melbourne they have not seen before. For many who has taken the meandering opaque waters of Yarra River for granted, kayakking provides an incredible way to sightsee the city from water level. The river really comes to life as the journey takes you past century-old landmarks as the city looms above the trees along the riverbank.

For locals, it can be pleasantly disorienting, seeing the everyday in a different light.

Another tour that will cast a new lens over the city is with DJB Photography Walks. With your digital camera or smartphone, the folks at DJB will bring you on an intimate photo tour of Melbourne while sharing with you tips on how to take photos like a pro. Their two-hour photography “walk-shop” (as they like to call it) is part guided exploration to the city’s different areas and part photography tutorial. Knowledgeable guides, or mentors as they are referred to, often shed new light

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06 Melbourne after dark can be so enchanting.

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Daniel Bilsborough/DJB Photography School 07 There are always new and creative ways to cast new lens over Melbourne.

08 Locals may find it pleasingly disorienting seeing the everyday in a different light.

08 to what’s often familiar around the city. Among them, Brunswick Street where the scene changes everyday and makes for an amazing discovery.

From the paddling to walking, there’s one more excursion left to do. And that’s on two wheels.

Freddy’s Bike Tours have got bike lovers covered to explore the city and the surrounds. Bikers start at Federation Square under the guide’s watchful eyes before being led out on Melbourne’s cycling paths to see the most unexpected rock climbing wall in the city, the balmy riverbanks and its gum trees before heading out to Brunswick north of the neighbourhood. The historical commentary that accompanies the ride will help you to understand more clearly than ever how Melbourne came to be. It’s like being in an outdoor classroom, except this is more fun and leisurely.

Royal Brunei Airlines flies Melbourne daily.

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Brink

DRYRun The mocktails are having a moment.

Words EMMA RAMSAY

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Redemption

If sober is the new sexy, the English are at the forefront of teaching the world a new way to enjoy happy hours. With pubs quintessentially a cultural phenomenon, dry bars are now popping across the UK, merging trend with tradition. The feel remains a classic bar – good grub, friendly banter, great environment. The only thing missing is the booze, hence the word “dry”.

REDEMPTION in London is fast becoming an institution for sexy mocktail concoctions and a space dripping with coolness. Owner Catherine Salway came up with the idea after realising that 32 percent of London adults who don’t drink could do with a place that is other than a coffee or juice bar.

From being turned away with an idea that seemed ridiculous by many in the beginning, Redemption now has two outlets: one in Shoreditch, the other in the swanky neighbourhood of Notting Hill.

Among the bar’s brightly coloured drink ensemble includes the Coco-Rita, coconut water, lime, agave and pink salt. Another, Lettuce Spray, is a bold interpretation of Japanese flavours made of iceberg lettuce, lime, cucumber, wasabi and aloe vera. Redemption also takes pride in a menu that is sugar-free, wheat-free and vegan. There’s kelp noodle and lemongrass laksa and maki rolls filled with red and black quinoa, avocado and enoki mushroom. For Mimi Karim, a frequent Malaysian visitor to London, Redemption’s honest menu and alcohol-free environment appeals to her and her Muslim friends. “I think for the longest time my London friends and I feel kind of alienated by the whole bar-after-hours culture,” she says. “A place like Redemption, with its cool vibes, makes it feel more like a proper night out with the gang.”

Redemption

For a nation known to take their drinks seriously, the rise of dry bars may seem ironic, if not somewhat surprising. But, with an increasing awareness to create a healthier lifestyle, especially among the young, dry bars are proving to be a recipe for success.

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In Liverpool, the BRINK took home the Bar of the Year title at the Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards 2015 despite it being a dry bar. This unique enterprise, managed by Action on Addiction, was set up to help those recovering from alcohol addiction. Today, beyond a place where alcohol-free drinks are served, Brink also doubles up as a venue that showcases a range of monthly and exclusive events including fashion fairs, tea tastings, comedy and much more.

“Perhaps what differentiates a dry bar from the usual coffee places is the range of drinks on offer,” says mother of two and local girl Leticia Kramer.

“With the mommies, we want to feel slightly grownup and yet have a decent time without getting sloshed.” Mocktails, she says (and Brink does them brilliantly), are more sophisticated than say, a glass of orange juice drunk in every single outing.

Historically, dry bars first came into the scene in the late 19th century. Back then, “temperance bars” run by herbalists mushroomed, selling beverages like ginger beer and sarsaparilla. But today’s dry bars are a far cry from the Victorian forerunners.

The scene is vibrant, the crowd lively. And drinks are taken very seriously.

“Just because they are non-alcoholic does not mean we cannot make them interesting,” says mixologist Ian Graham. You can play around with seasonal syrups, like sour cherry and raspberries, and use them in flower-scented tea base drinks.

Kimchi juice, jalapeno peppers can all be used as infusions. The idea, he says, is to ensure mocktails also have the various layers of body, such as spice, acidity and complexity that, when taken with meals, can create an exciting pairing.

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At SOBAR in Nottingham, it’s not just about Coke or tonic with lime.

Mixologists and their martini shakes create drinks that are to be sipped and not downed in a single gulp. Like their Rainbow Road, a concoction of strawberry and kiwi cordial, citronade, lemon juice and blood tonic topped off with candy floss and glow sticks.

“Dry bars do not just mimic the pub experience,” says Pete Mortensen, a law student at Nottingham Trent University. “We have a healthy student community here, with varied religious backgrounds – and not everyone drinks.” Sobar, he says, provides just the right combination for a great hangout without the hangover. “It’s sumptuous than a coffee bar, and you can dress in your glad rags for a good night out without anyone turning nasty.”

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Royal Brunei Airlines flies London daily via Dubai with connecting flights to other cities.

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The aromatic Etlingera elatior, torch ginger.

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Rediscover one of Brunei’s most beautiful botanicals from nature.

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The turmeric grows wild in the forests of South and Southeast Asia. It is one of the key ingredients in many Asian dishes. The whole plant is edible; the roots are boiled, dried and ground up to produce turmeric powder, the leaves make a wrap for steamed fish, and even the flowers can be eaten as an exotically beautiful vegetable, like lettuce – but with a kick!

For anyone familiar with wild ginger flowers, they can immediately attest to its beauty. The unusual botanical may be red, pink or orange and technically, it is a rhizome (herb). Used in an ornamental decoration, ginger flowers can be a showy piece in a tropical flower arrangement while gardeners love them for their elegance and amazing symmetry.

While many species grow in the wild, some like the torch ginger – a pale pinky-red inflorescence – is also edible. This often grows in the home garden, blooming from colourful bracts and growing from the ground up, resembling a torch (hence the name). The floral variation within the genus is amazing.

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Ginger flowers are found largely in the rainforests of Africa and Southeast Asia. The stunning and versatile torch ginger flower is also known by other names, such as Porcelain Rose or Torch Lily. The exuberant colours also make it popular in traditional cooking, spicing up the look of cultural local dishes and flavour. In local Bruneian cooking, for instance, the whole bud is often used as a garnish to add flavour to dishes such as nasi ulam, a rice dish tossed with finely shredded local herbs such as jungle pepper leaves, Indian pennywort, cashew leaves and of course, torch ginger. The subtle nuances of the torch ginger along with the other fresh herbs complement the fragrant rice. The torch ginger is also used extensively in other dishes such as the tamarind broth of the assam laksa (a sour fish-based rice noodle soup), as a salad to be dipped in local sambal (chilli relish) and even made into a simple sauce using soy sauce and vinegar. When used in cooking, the waxy hard petals of the outer later are usually discarded and only the inside red buds and tender petals are used.

The Etlingera elatior, or locally known as bunga kantan in Malay, has been used by the local people in Borneo for centuries.

The shoots and flowers are traditionally used as a vegetable or rather as a condiment, the finely chopped young inflorescence is an essential part of some versions of laksa, and the fruits may be eaten or used as a natural shampoo. The leaves have the highest antioxidant, antibacterial, and tyrosinase inhibition activities.

The ginger plant, as well as the turmeric, cardamom and galangal plants belong to the Zingiberaceae family. This herbaceous perennial is a hot and fragrant spice frequently used in cooking. They are often pickled as a snack or cooked as an ingredient in many Asian dishes.

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Of course, not all ginger flowers are the same. In Brunei Darussalam, there are 77 species of gingers recorded.

Several are used as ornamental, while others are prized for its medicinal properties. One local hotspot where 46 species of ginger was recorded is at the Ulu Temburong National Park

by Dr Axel Dalberg Poulsen, during a rainforest expedition in 1991-1992.

Edible ginger represents only a few of the nearly 1,300 species of plants in the ginger family. The torch ginger has yet to be popular in cosmeceutical use and yet, scientific data have revealed its various active compounds and properties. This includes it being rich in phenolic compounds particularly in chlorogenic acid that defends against photoageing and support the skin’s moisture and hydration.

To discover one of Brunei’s edible torch ginger one needs only to visit the local markets, or tamu, such as Tamu Kianggeh. Usually sold in bunches, you only need a stalk or two to add flavour to any dish. Slice the buds thinly to release the floral, often grassy aromatics and you’ll understand why this flower is loved in local cuisines.

On 7 April 2016, the Forestry Department of Brunei Darussalam held the Princess Rashidah Young Nature Scientists Award (PRYNSA) 18 Awarding Ceremony. The flora selected for this year’s theme was the Etlingera elatior, or commonly known as the torch ginger.

The bunga kantan bud used as a condiment in the preparation of the asam laksa and local cuisine.

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Etlingera ďŹ mbriobracteata.

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Kenali keindahan alam botani halia liar Negara Brunei Darussalam.

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Etlingera elatior.

Mereka yang mengenalinya pasti akan mengakui kecantikan tumbuhan halia hutan.

Halia jenis ini adalah sangat unik, kelazimanya berwarna merah, merah jambu dan jingga, dan secara teknikal herba jenis ini mempunyai rizom.

Flora halia hutan kelihatan sangat menarik jika digunakan dalam gubahan bunga tropika, dan sering menjadi pilihan penyeri laman kerana kelihatan elegan dan juga mempunyai simetri yang sungguh menakjubkan.

Terdapat banyak spesis yang tumbuh liar, contohnya bunga kantan yang boleh digunakan sebagai salah suatu ramuan hidangan tempatan. Bunga kantan selalunya ditanam di laman rumah, di mana ia mekar dari permukaan bumi dan juga dikenali dengan nama ‘torch ginger’ kerana kelihatan seperti obor api. Variasi genus ini juga begitu menakjubkan.

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Halia hutan lazimnya ditemui dalam hutan hujan Afrika dan Asia Tenggara.

Ia dikenali dengan pelbagai nama, seperti Porcelain Rose atau Torch Lily.

Warnanya yang seri serta rasa eksotik menjadikannya pilihan dalam masakan tradisional dan hidangan tempatan.

Contohnya, dalam masakan tempatan Brunei, bunga kantan digunakan sebagai hiasan dan juga sebagai penambah perisa kepada hidangan seperti nasi ulam – nasi bersama herba tempatan seperti daun gajus. Bunga kantan menyerikan hidangan ini secara halus, dan bersama dengan herba segar lain, membantu mengharumkan hidangan nasi ulam. Bunga kantan juga digunakan dalam penyediaan hidangan asam laksa, sebagai ulaman dengan sambal, dan juga boleh dijadikan sos ringkas dengan sedikit kicap soya dan cuka. Dalam masakan, kelopak bunga yang keras dan berminyak akan dibuang, dan hanya isinya yang merah dan lembut digunakan.

Bunga kantan, yang diberikan nama saintiďŹ k Etlingera elatior, sudah berabad digunakan oleh masyarakat tempatan Borneo. Pucuk dan bunganya dianggap sayuran dalam masakan, atau sebagai perencah kuah laksa apabila isinya dihiris halus. Buahnya juga boleh dimakan, malahan, tumbuhan ini boleh digunakan sebagai syampu semulajadi!

Daunnya pula mempunyai ciri-ciri antioksidan, antibakteria, dan perencat tirosinase.

Tumbuhan halia hutan mempunyai ciri yang serupa. Di Negara Brunei Darussalam, terdapat sejumlah 77 spesis tumbuhan halia yang direkodkan.

Ada beberapa jenis yang digunakan

Etlingera brevilabrum.

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sebagai hiasan, dan ada pula digunakan dalam rawatan perubatan tradisional.

Satu kawasan yang kaya dengan spesis halia hutan adalah Taman Negara Ulu Temburong, di mana 46 jenis telah direkodkan hasil penerokaan Dr Axel Dalberg Poulsen dalam ekspedisi pada tahun 1991-1992.

Dari lebih 1,300 spesis dalam famili halia, terdapat hanya beberapa jenis halia liar yang boleh dimakan. Halia hutan buat masa ini belum lagi digunakan dalam penghasilan produk kosmetik, namun kajian saintiďŹ k menunjukkan potensi yang memberangsangkan kerana ada kehadiran kandungan bahan-bahan aktif.

Antaranya ialah kehadiran bahan aktif fenol khususnya dalam asid klorogenik yang diketahui menyokong kelembapan dan hidrasi kulit, sekaligus mampu mengekalkan rupa muda jelita.

Untuk merasai halia hutan yang boleh dimakan di Brunei, awda boleh melawat mana-mana pasar tempatan atau tamu, seperti Tamu Kianggeh. Selalunya bunga kantan dijual dalam jambakan, dan awda hanya perlukan setangkai dua untuk menambah perisa hidangan atau salad.

Hiris kuntumnya dengan halus dan awda akan dapat menikmati keharumannya – dan akan memahami mengapa bunga kantan sudah sekian lama menjadi pilihan dalam masakan tempatan.

Pada 7 April 2016, Jabatan Perhutanan Negara Brunei Darussalam telah mengadakan Majlis Penganugerahan Saintis Muda Alam Semulajadi Puteri Rashidah (PRYNSA) ke 18. Flora yang dipilih untuk tema tahun ini ialah Etlingera elatior, atau lebih dikenali sebagai bunga kantan.

Rizom lengkuas digunakan dalam pelbagai masakan di Asia: contohnya di negara Thai dan Laos, ia digunakan dalam masakan tom yum. Walaupun rasa halia sedikit seperti lengkuas, kebanyakan tukang masak yang menggunakan kedua-dua rizom ini tidak akan menggantikan satu rasa dengan yang lain.

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FRESH

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The Mercedes-Benz GL becomes the GLS. And it is setting standards – with an ample spaciousness, agile dynamics and luxurious comfort.

Like the GL before it, the new GLS is also setting standards in the world of the SUV as it confirms its position as the “S-Class among SUVs”. The only fullfledged seven-seater in the European premium SUV segment boasts ample spaciousness and combines luxury with impressive levels of comfort, agile dynamics and also best-in-class safety. Whether put to everyday use or venturing off the beaten track – the GLS meets all requirements effortlessly and comfortably. Compared with its predecessor, the new generation features improved efficiency, extended DYNAMIC SELECT transmission modes, the latest stage of development of the air suspension system AIRMATIC with enhanced damping system ADS, the nine-speed 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission, state-of-the-art assistance systems and the latest telematics generation with internet access.

The revised styling also means more power, more dynamism and more equipment offered by the new Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4MATIC. With a peak output of 430 kW (585 hp), independent suspension and the revised AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G-TRONIC transmission, it represents the pinnacle of the GLS model series. Features which come as standard on-board include the AMG DYNAMIC SELECT transmission modes which provide optimum flexibility and the rear-biased AMG Performance all-wheel drive.

Inside, a new, dynamic exterior and revised, luxurious interior underscores the impressive character of the GLS. State-of-the-art connectivity and infotainment are optionally provided by the latest generation of COMAND Online including a 20.3 cm (8-inch) colour

media display as well as the intuitive touchpad. An extensive package of free Standard Services and Remote Online Services is available for the GLS as part of the Mercedes me connect service. Standard Services include automatic emergency call (eCall), Accident Recovery and also breakdown assistance and after-sales service. The Remote Online services (standard with COMAND online and usable free of charge for the first three years) allow access to vehicle information from anywhere at all times, including the status of windows and doors, mileage, tyre pressures and other diagnostic data.

The GLS 350d uses a 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine, which produces 258 hp and 620 Nm of torque, and emits 199 g/km of CO2 (down from 209 g/km).

The 9G-TRONIC nine-speed automatic gearbox is standard, making for greater efficiency and smoother shifts, as well as DYNAMIC SELECT driving modes. An optional off-road package for the 350d adds a centre differential lock; low-range gearbox; extra modes for the DYNAMIC SELECT system and three additional heights for the suspension, to increase ground clearance to 306 mm and wading depth to up to 600 mm. Also included are underbody protection panels, and an off-road function for the headlights. With a peak output of 585 hp and peak torque of 760 Nm from just 1,750 rpm, the 5.5-litre bi-turbo V8 in the GLS 63 offers even more power (+28 hp), more dynamism and higher equipment levels than before. Standard features include a revised AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G-TRONIC transmission with AMG DYNAMIC SELECT transmission modes which provide optimum flexibility, and rear-biased AMG Performance all-wheel drive.

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Founder Zaliza Alias of Idrissi, the world’s first Eco-Islamic School, shares her thoughts on building from scratch and the best approach to foster every child’s individual potential.

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There are already various International and Islamic-standard schools in Malaysia. What inspired you to conceive the idea of a school like Idrissi?

I always believe that teaching and learning is not just about the technical aspects of academics, like grades and exams. Learning is about how you feel and how you should react responsibly upon yourself, others and the world. It’s all about character development and instilling faith as a servant of the One Creator.

Children need something tangible for character development; something that they can see and do every day. What better than working with the Earth? On a daily basis at Idrissi, for example, kids begin their day by watering the plants before going to class. They also have weekly and monthly programmes such as the Eco-Scouts programme – scouting missions based on an environmental lifestyle, and engaging in community work like river cleaning, forest replanting and such.

How do you see Idrissi’s approach to education benefiting the students, parents and community?

Every parent is made compulsory to volunteer, at the very least to serve meals for the children or plant a tree for the children to care. Getting parents involved allow them to see their children more than just the grades while engaging with the teachers that have been entrusted with their children’s education. By fostering this childparent-school relationship, we hope to encourage learning that is not limited to the classroom. This, we hope, can nurture children who will maintain best habits as they integrate into their community.

Idrissi’s concept advocates the homeschool environment. In your opinion, what is the appeal in Homeschooling and how is this reflected at Idrissi?

I homeschooled my children. I believe every child is unique and not every child is suited to the same education approach. Our education system in Malaysia is great; in fact one of my daughters is in a government boarding school now. But there are some children who need the homeschool approach, where the school is like home and there is flexibility of various learning programmes to explore individual talents and interests. God willing, Idrissi is here to provide that alternative.

While Idrissi is part of the Eco School fraternity, how do you hope to manifest your own course?

We are the first Islamic eco-school in the world.

Every activity is designed for a wholistic character development, with awareness and care for the environment made with references to the Qur’an and Sunnah (examples) of our Prophet (peace be upon him). When we do our river cleaning activity, for example, the children are reminded of references from the Qur’an that describes rivers in Paradise that flow with unimaginable beauty and taste. The lesson being we cannot pollute the rivers here if we wish to have beautiful rivers in Paradise.

What are your start-up challenges, if any?

I remember briefing the teachers the day before we started school: “I don’t know where you come from – from which part of the world; I don’t know how you got here. I don’t know how we can start this school and what will happen tomorrow and the next day. But I know that Allah has sent all of you here and made all plans for this school to happen.” It was indeed a heartfelt and humbling moment for us all. Due to time and budget constraint, we only had less than three months to build and market the school before it commenced in January 2015. God willing, we received our first 50 children intake and the journey began.

Idrissi is basically educating the Gen Zs, those that have predictors saying will be realists, the ones empowered to impact the world and find solutions that are out of the box. What are your thoughts on educating the young generation now and which country’s school education inspires you and why?

I believe no matter what generation they are, all children need love. Children may not remember what we teach or say, but they will definitely remember how we make them feel. If we nurture them with love, they will spread love. First we need love, then everything else will fall into place. Even to empower them to think out of the box Gen Z needs to love what they do, to love the people they work with, and to love the reason for doing it.

No country has a perfect school education; but I love any nation that takes time to nurture their children and mould their character before the academic technicalities and rankings.

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WHAT’S

NEW Trends and gadgets from around the globe.

CLEAN BEAUTY A lip balm so natural you can eat it (though we admit, we’ve yet to try!). But what we’ve tried is all the universallyflattering colours from Lük Beautifood’s Lip Nourish. All are 100 per cent natural, made using real food ingredients like sesame seed oil, avocado oil, honeycomb and spices. With stuff like these, who needs the nasties? lukbeautifood.com

HEAVEN SCENTS Inhale the scent of blooms everyday and shower your face with skin-loving botanical oils that hydrate, balance and address all skin concerns. Herbivore Botanicals uses no fillers; only effective natural ingredients, such as blue tansy, rosehip oil and camellia flower oil. herbivorebotanicals.com

TIMELY REMINDERS

SWITCH UP Change your look in a snap and have fun while doing it. This pendant set from Sifani jewellery has an individual circular piece that can be turned to show different coloured diamonds on the flip side.

You can choose to have a glittering array of all white diamonds or be inspired to reflect your creativity with up to 10 different combinations to choose from. sifani.com

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Gifts and essentials that are purposeful in more ways than one. Get your daily dose of caffeine, reminders and more from Remindworks. Apart from ceramic coffee mugs and tumblers, they also do t-shirts, hoodies and stickers, all aimed at integrating good morals in the everyday life. remindworks.my

SEAMLESS STYLE A premium day-to-day essential carry workhorse, The Everyday Messenger by Peak Design is for photographers, travellers, commuters and everyone in-between. Quick adjusting strap, a metal latch design that allows for a one-handed closure and a weather-proof top zipper all help make this bag a winner. peakdesign.com

GRAIN END Wood wallets are trending for their durable qualities and how they age gracefully through time. Slim Timber Wood Wallets are all minimalist, but more than makes up in strength. Crafted from a single piece of walnut or maple, the leather strap rounds o the design to securely hold your cards and cash in place. slimtimber.com

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Inspiring ISTANBUL

Half-Europe. Half-Asia. Istanbul is a sprawling metropolis where historical and modern times intersect seamlessly.

Images JACQUELINE WONG

SEE Many of the historical gems are found in the Old City, with most located within a walking distance of each other in the Sultanahmet District. The Hagia Sophia was originally designed as a basilica, but became a mosque in the 15th century.

Opposite it is the Sultan Ahmet Mosque, or more popularly known as the Blue Mosque, for the blue tiles decorating its interior. From there, it’s just a short walk to the Hippodrome and the Basilica Cistern, as well as the Topkapı Palace.

DO One of the unique things you can do in Istanbul is to have breakfast in Europe with the view of the sunrise coming up from Asia, then later in the day, have tea or dinner in Asia with the view of the sunset in Europe.

SHOP For fine carpets, jewellery and antiques, head to Nuruosmaniye Caddesi, a pedestrian boulevard that leads up to the Grand Bazaar.

Along the way, tuck into local desserts, like Turkish delights, nougat and baklava through the many stalls that dot the street.

STAY Built as a bank, Vault Karaköy hotel oozes discreet exclusivity with a modern twist. Located in one of Istanbul’s artsy neighbourhoods, it’s a great launch pad to discover the densely packed city. It’s got a spa, plenty of elegant decor and an in-house art curator, but you’ll still find traces of the former financial institution, including the cast-iron bank vaults (hence the name).

Royal Brunei Airlines flies Dubai daily for codeshare connections to Istanbul on Turkish Airlines.

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UNITED KINGDOM

LONDON CRAFT WEEK

May

If you appreciate beauty and the intricacy and value of craftsmanship, this is the event for you. London Craft Week will take you through a journey of over 130 events that encompasses hidden workshops and unknown makers, alongside celebrated masters, famous studios, galleries, shops and luxury brands. You can see fragrances being created, porcelain being hand-painted and glass being blown in various locations across Central London.

A world of adventure and new experiences await you when you fly with Royal Brunei Airlines. Make your trip even more memorable with free flights, seat upgrades and other privileges with Royal Skies, our frequent flyer programme. Not yet a member?

www.londoncraftweek.com

Register on www.flyroyalbrunei.com/ royalskies

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

SINGAPORE

PICASSO & MIRÓ: PASSION & POETRY

SAVOUR

Picasso & Miró: Passion & Poetry features the best works of both artists from around the world at the Burj Khalifa Annex. The narrative at the exhibit crosses figures and themes that characterises the graphic experience of Pablo Picasso and Joan Miró, linked by a common thread which intertwined their lives.

If you are a foodie, this is an event you cannot miss. Michelin star chefs from Singapore and around the world will gather and present their award-winning cuisine at the Bayfront Avenue.

Avid cooks will have the chance to get up close and personal with their favourite celebrity chefs.

Look out also for the gourmet market that will bring in unique and artisanal produce. www.savour.sg

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BRUNEI DARUSSALAM

May

18TH CONSUMER FAIR FEATURING FOOD FEST One of the most popular events in the country returns in May at BRIDEX, Jerudong. As with previous fairs, visitors can expect a vast variety of products and services. Foodies will be happy to note that this year’s theme will revolve around food. Be sure to visit with your stomachs empty! www.bruneiconsumerfair.com

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Devereaux & Huskie Glassworks at Vessel Gallery

LIFESTYLE TRAVEL DIARY

Marking the commemoration of the day the Royal Brunei Armed Forces was formed, a nationwide celebration will be held to honour their dedication and sacrifice. His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, will be present to oversee the parades by various military divisions, artillery displays and other military-related demonstrations. www.bruneitourism.travel

BRUNEI DARUSSALAM

The Brunei Times

ROYAL BRUNEI ARMED FORCES DAY

AUSTRALIA

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SHREK THE MUSICAL Everyone’s favourite ogre will be bursting onto stage in a riot of colours and catchy songs at Istana Budaya in Kuala Lumpur.

Both children and adults will be swept away in this magical tale filled with action and adventure. Follow Shrek’s journey as he and Donkey, his trusty sidekick, bumbles their way out of his swamp, meet Lord Farquaad and get sent to rescue Princess Fiona!

Australian fashion has been shaped by geographic, seasonal and cultural variant since settlement.

Melbourne’s NGV will host a showcase of over 120 works from more than 90 designers in this exhibition, traversing two centuries of design from the early dressmaking establishments of Brisbane to mid-century salons of Collins Street and to the contemporary studios by Bondi’s beaches. www.ngv.vic.gov.au

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7-PAPERHOLIC

Alvin Yiu/The Commandment

Exhibited at Oi! Gallery, works are inspired by the daily life in North Point, with the artists documenting their thoughts and impressions of the old district in their pieces. As part of the exhibition, there will be activities to bring participants around the streets and alleys in the area to explore creative ideas. Various types of paper-art workshop at Oi! will also be held. www.lcsd.gov.hk

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SELAMAT DATANG Selamat Datang means ‘Welcome’ in Malay, and your seamless journey begins here.

with the Eco 9-Inch personal touch screen monitors filled with great entertainment content. Each seat also comes with a USB port as well as shared power supply.

Business Class

RB Impian Inflight Entertainment

The Royal Brunei Airlines 787 Dreamliner Business Class cabin features “Contour” seats that reclines to a 180 degree flat bed, along with a plush duvet and larger pillow, offer a peaceful rest. Each seat is equiped with a 15.4 touchscreen LCD Monitor with Panasonic eX2 in-flight entertainment system; as well as in seat power connecter. The Business Class cabin lavatories are also equipped with bidets for passengers convenience.

Economy Class Comfort Royal Brunei Airlines 787 Dreamliner Economy cabin offers comfortable seats with semiarticulating recline and adjustable headrest, and with very spacious leg-rooms for passengers comfort. Each seat is intergrated

RB Impian Inflight Entertainment system gives passengers a number of entertainment options throughout their flight. A library of hit movies, classic Hollywood films and TV and audio programmes for all ages are available onboard. Refer to the Impian entertainment guide located in the seat pocket in front of you for the list of movies, TV and audio programmes. For Business Class seats; the sockets for earphones and channel/ volume remote control are located in your seat armrest. Seatback-mounted personal screens are only available on our Boeing 787s.

Elsewhere, passengers can avail our service, sit back and relax with our overhead movie screens. For more information, please contact your nearest Royal Brunei Airlines office.

JOURNEY THROUGH THE DECADES As Brunei Darussalam’s national carrier, Royal Brunei Airlines serves not only as the coming of age of this tiny Sultanate, but today cements itself as a serious competitor in the region.

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Cuisine Everything we serve has been carefully chosen for freshness and flavour. In fact, there’s nothing you can’t enjoy even when dining at 35,000 feet. Our award winning menu has been meticulously created by our Royal Brunei Catering chefs, combining both Western and Oriental flavours using the best seasonal and fresh produce available.

For our Business Class passengers on long-haul flights, you can now select your desired meal times. Our ‘Dine upon Request’ service is available throughout the flight up until 90 minutes before landing. Passengers on all classes also enjoy our ‘Food Fit to Fly by’ service menu that features healthier and lighter meal options, complemented by our award-winning cabin service from our crew.

Special Meals Royal Brunei offers a variety of tasty culinary solutions to suit our passengers’ special dietary requirements. Special meals can be

1970s

1980s

> The maiden Royal Brunei Airlines flight to Singapore left Bandar Seri Begawan on a Boeing 737-200 on 14 May, 1975.

> RB added a Boeing 737, the quick change convertible aircraft, to its fleet.

This aircraft allowed for either an allpassenger or an all-cargo configuration, or a combination of both.

> Two Boeing 737 aircraft were put into service flying five times a week to Singapore, two times to Hong Kong, and seven times to Kota Kinabalu. > Services to Bangkok and Manila were added.

> RB accepted the delivery of its Boeing 757 aircraft that featured a redesigned livery combining Brunei’s traditional royal colours on 16 May, 1986.

ordered when you make your reservation; please confirm your request at least 24 hours before boarding your flight.

Alcohol-free Environment Policy Royal Brunei Airlines operates alcoholfree flights to all destinations.

Hand Luggage For your safety and comfort, you may store your hand luggage in the overhead lockers or under the seat in front of you. Please do not hesitate to ask our cabin crew for help in stowing your luggage properly. Be careful when opening the overhead luggage compartments, as items dislodged by aircraft movement may fall on you or fellow passengers.

Liquids, Aerosols and Gels (LAG) Various countries have implemented restrictions on the carriage of liquids, aerosols and gels in compliance with new guidelines set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Passengers transiting through airports and carrying any liquids, pastes and gels in containers over 100ml may be asked to dispose of the items at security checkpoints.

These restrictions may affect your ability to carry duty-free purchases onboard the aircraft.

Customers are advised to check with duty free personnel before making their purchases. All liquids, aerosols and gels must be carried in containers of no greater than 100ml/3.3oz capacity (approximately 100gm in weight) and placed in a transparent, resealable plastic bag. The plastic bag must be removed from carry on baggage and presented to security

personnel at the checkpoint for inspection and separate x-ray screening.

Exceptions to the new regulations are medicines and dietary supplements needed during a flight, including baby food. Proof of need may be required.

Use of Electronic Equipment Electronic devices such as Citizen’s band (CB) radio, remote-controlled devices (such as radio controlled toys), and transmitting devices that emit radio frequencies are not to be used at any time during the flight. These devices may interfere with the aircraft’s electronic equipment, compromising aircraft safety and endangering the lives of passengers and crew.

The following devices may be used on board, except during take-off, initial climb, approach and landing; mobile phones (which must be

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2000s

2010s

> RB took delivery of the first of three leased Boeing 767-200ER aircraft in June 1990 and set a long distance world record for twin-engine commercial airlines.

> RB took delivery of two new Airbus A319 aircraft in August and September 2003.

> In October 2012, RB launched a rebranding journey with a new logo and livery.

> Two more Airbus A320s were delivered in December 2003 and January 2004.

> RB launched “A betterfly”, the Boeing 787 Dreamliner and commenced its first commercial flight from Bandar Seri Begawan to Singapore on 18 October, 2013, followed by flights to Dubai and London on 1 December, 2013 and to Melbourne on 2 April, 2014.

> The delivery of Boeing 767-200ER aircraft enabled RB’s route to extend to London Gatwick in November 1990. > Twice-weekly flights to London Heathrow began in May 1991. The route became a daily service on 1 December, 1996. > RB employed the use of a Fokker 50 aircraft to service Miri and Labuan in Malaysia, two destinations that were significant to the growth of Brunei’s oil and gas industry. > The opportunity to expand regional connections saw RB establishing a service to Surabaya in 1997.

> In January 2010, RB introduced Royal Brunei Holidays, a revamp of its Golden Touch Holidays, which offers passengers value-for-money holiday packages available locally and abroad. > Direct services to Shanghai were re-launched in March 2010. > RB’s newly-leased Boeing 777-200ER aircraft took off on its first commercial flight from Bandar Seri Begawan to London via Dubai in June 2010. > RB commenced four-times weekly flights to Melbourne in March 2011.

> RB unveiled its new heritageinspired uniforms on 21 February, 2014. > The first of RB’s two A320 CEO aircraft arrived in Bandar Seri Begawan on 26 September, 2015.

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switched to flight mode), personal computers, FM receivers, calculators, electronic shavers, audio and video recorders, hand-held computer games, and playback devices..

Lithium Batteries The abundant stored energy that makes lithium batteries practical also makes them dangerous when they are not packed and carried properly. Royal Brunei takes the initiatives to increase the safety onboard with the carriage limitations (from industry initiatives, ICAO and IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations guidance) to mitigate against the risks of the hazards.

Low and medium powered rechargeable batteries in equipment and limited quantity of spares are recommended as carry on baggage. All spare units must be in the original packaging or packed to insulate the terminals. Medium and large nonrechargeable must be carried as cargo/ freight in accordance with current Dangerous

Goods Regulations. High-Powered batteries are not permitted onboard passenger aircraft.

Information of safe carriage of lithium batteries on-board RB flights are also available at the RB websites www.bruneiair.com.

Non-smoking Policy Royal Brunei Airlines operates non-smoking flights to all destinations.

Reconfirmation Reconfirmation is not required except for passengers travelling to and from the Middle East. Please reconfirm your departure flight at least 72 hours in advance with the local Royal Brunei Airlines office or your travel agent. Failure to do so could result in the cancellation of your reservations.

Online Booking Fly through the airport. You can now book online at www.flyroyalbrunei.com, check in online and print your own electronic ticket

(e-ticket). Online check in is available 24 hours before flight departure and closes 60 minutes before departure time.

Check In Check in counters at the Brunei International Airport are open three hours before flight departure. Passengers are advised to check in at least two hours before departure to allow for security and baggage checks.

Check in counters will be closed 45 minutes before departure, after which no boarding passes will be issued. Royal Brunei Airlines also advises its passengers to reach the boarding gate 20 minutes before the flight departs to avoid missing their flights.

Passenger Comments Your comments and suggestions will help us enhance our services. Please e-mail us at: feedback@rba.com.bn.

BRUNEI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Brunei International Airport’s computerised passenger and cargo handling facilities can handle 3 million passengers and 50,000 tonnes of cargo a year. Among the facilities offered at the airport are the Airport Prayer Hall (Surau Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Brunei Darussalam), telephones and Free Wi-Fi services, restaurants and shower facilities for passengers who want to rest or freshen up before their flight.

For customer comfort and convenience, RB Service Centre is located on the Departure Hall area. Passengers can make reservations, ticket purchase, book tour packages and redeem Royal Skies miles. The Customer Service Centre at the Brunei International Airport operates 7 days a week, from 8am to

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9pm Mondays to Saturdays, and 8am to 5pm on Sundays; except for Friday midday break from 12noon to 2pm.

prior to their flights. Complimentary massage chairs, shower rooms, ablution areas and High Definition TV are available.

Our Business Class and Royal Skies Elite passengers can now enjoy the service of our RB porters at departure curb-side for baggage assistance and trolley service to the check-in counters. The premium checkin lounge offers our Business Class and Royal Skies Elite passengers with a relaxed check-in experience.

Duty-free shops offer consumer goods at competitive prices. There are several outlets, including a money changer located at the departure/transit hall. On sale are portable electrical goods with international warranties, designer goods, perfumes and confectionery. Brunei International Airport is a smoke-free airport.

RB Economy class passengers and groups booking may proceed to RB check-in counter Row B.

A mobile application app has been developed by the Department of Civil Aviation to help passengers/visitors experience the newly refurbished Brunei International Airport seamlessly through the ‘iFLYBRUNEI’ app on the smartphone.

Business Class and Royal Skies Elite passengers are able to access the SkyLounge

STAYING FIT At Royal Brunei Airlines, your health, safety and comfort is of prime importance to us. For your general well-being onboard our flights, we would recommend the basic inflight exercises.

Ankle circles While seated, raise one foot and draw a circle with your toes. Rotate clockwise for 15 seconds and repeat the same counterclockwise. Repeat with the other foot. You can do one foot at a time or both simultaneously.

Knee lifts Lift and hug your knee to your chest as close as you can. Hold for 15 seconds. Alternate knee. Repeat 10-15 times for each knee.

Shoulder roll Relax shoulders then hunch them forward.

Rotate gently 10-15 times.

Neck roll With shoulders relaxed, drop ear to shoulder and gently roll neck forward and back, holding each position about five seconds. Repeat five times.

Upper back flex Stretch hands forward, then pull back slowly as far as possible. Repeat 10-15 times.

Trunk flex With both feet on the floor and stomach held in, slowly bend forward and walk your hands down the front of your legs toward your ankles. Hold stretch for 15 seconds and slowly sit back up.

TRAVELLER’S GUIDE Brunei Visitor Information Visas* Austrian, German, Malaysian, Singaporean, British nationals with the right of abode in the United Kingdom, The Netherlands and New Zealand nationals are exempted from the requirement to obtain a visa for visits not exceeding 30 days. American passport holders can enter Brunei Darussalam for three months without visas. For nationals of Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Republic of Maldives, Norway, Oman, The Philippines, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand and The Principality of Liechtenstein — visas are waived for 14day visits. Nationals of Australia are issued visas on arrival at the Brunei International Airport for visits not exceeding 30 days.

All other visitors entering Brunei Darussalam must have visas obtainable from any Brunei Darussalam diplomatic mission abroad. These visas are normally issued for a two-week stay but can be renewed in Brunei. Visitors must hold onward tickets and sufficient funds to support themselves while in the country.

N.B. For more details, please contact your nearest Brunei Embassy or diplomatic representative.

Currency Bearer Negotiation Instrument Declaration Passengers entering or leaving Brunei who carry physical currency or bearer negotiable instruments valued at BND15,000 or more are required to complete a declaration form and submit it to a customs officer (if arriving in Brunei) or an immigration officer (if departing Brunei).

Duty-free Allowance* The import of the following products is subject to restrictions imposed by Brunei’s Customs and Excise Department.

Cigarettes: Passengers will be charged duty on cigarettes of $0.25 tax per stick, equal to $5 per pack of 20 sticks of cigarette, and $50 for one carton of 10 packs.

Other tobacco products - Import duty on other tobacco products has increased significantly. Passengers will be charged duty for the import of tobacco products.

Alcohol: Non-Muslim passengers may bring in two bottles of liquor plus 12 cans of beer for personal consumption only; and a reasonable quantity of perfumes.

Transportation The airport is about 11km from the capital. Taxis, car rentals and buses are available.

Currency The Brunei dollar is on a par with the Singapore dollar, which is also accepted in Brunei. Banks, hotels and many department stores will cash traveller’s cheques.

Language Malay is the official language but English is widely used. Other languages include Chinese and its dialect variants and other indigenous dialects. Although the official religion is Islam, other faiths including Christianity and Buddhism are practised.

Clothing Light clothing is advisable as the climate is generally warm and humid.

Women are requested to dress modestly in keeping with local customs.

* The visa and duty-free allowances are provided as a guideline and may change without notice.

Health Doctors provide private medical services for a nominal charge. There are a number of state health clinics and hospitals.

Credit Cards Hotels, department stores and other major establishments generally accept all internationally known credit cards.

Tipping Optional. Some hotels add a 10 per cent service charge to their room rates.

Telephones Overseas calls can be made from hotel rooms through the operator, or via international direct dialling (IDD).

There are also coin and phonecard operated public telephones.

Utilities Power supply is 220 - 240v, 50 cycles. The PAL and NTSC systems are used by local television. Tap water is generally safe to drink although some take the precaution of boiling it.

Media Radio Television Brunei has nightly news bulletins and a range of popular entertainment in both English and Malay.

Cable network and Malaysian television programmes can also be received. There are three local daily newspapers namely: Borneo Bulletin (English), The Brunei Times (English) and Media Permata (Malay). Other regional and international publications are also available at newstands.

Food For the adventurous, the food stalls offer Malay favourites, such as satay (barbecued meat on a skewer) and local dishes prepared with curry or coconut milk. Chinese, European and Indian cuisines are also available. All F&B businesses, including hotel restaurants, close for Friday prayer 12pm to 2pm.

For hotel guests, room service dining operates as usual.

Hotels Accommodation in the capital ranges from international standard to middle range hotels. Service apartments are also available at reasonable rates.

Shopping Department stores and shops offer goods ranging from cosmetics and stereos to local handicrafts such as the keris (an ornamental dagger), miniature brass cannons, and kain tenunan, a cloth woven with gold or silver threads.

Festivals and Celebrations National Day, 23 February, Hari Raya, the end of the Muslim fasting month, and His Majesty The Sultan’s birthday, 15 July. Other public holidays include Chinese Lunar New Year and Christmas.

Customs and Courtesy • In mosques, visitors should remove their shoes and should not pass in front of people at prayer. A woman should ensure that her head, knees and arms are covered before entering mosques. Robes are provided at the entrance to the mosque.

• A Bruneian shakes hands lightly and brings his hands to his chest. Members of the opposite sex do not shake hands.

• It is impolite to point with the index finger (use the right thumb instead) or to beckon someone with fingers and palm facing upwards. Instead the whole hand should be waved with palm facing downwards. The right fist should never be smacked into the left palm.

• Gifts, particularly food, are passed with the right hand.

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ROUTE MAP & DESTINATIONS

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AUSTRALIA MELBOURNE (MEL)

TULLAMARINE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Airport-City 22 kms Approx. Fare from Airport to City • Bus AUD16 • Taxi AUD85 Airport Tax AUD38 Currency Australian Dollar (AUD) Language English GMT +10 RB OFFICE Level 10, 45 William Street Melbourne, VIC 3000 T: (61) 3 8651 1000 T: Toll Free Aust wide 1300 721271 E: melrba@rba.com.bn MCH AVIATION HOLDING AUSTRALIA PTY LTD Suite 6, 7-9 Mallet Road, Tullamarine Vic 3043 T: (61) 3 8318 5100 / 5109 M: (61) 4 3046 3324

BRUNEI DARUSSALAM BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN (BWN)

BRUNEI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Airport-City 8 kms Approx. Fare from Airport to City • Bus BND1 • Taxi BND25 Airport Tax BND12, BKI: BND5 Currency Brunei Dollar (BND) Language Malay, Mandarin, Hokkien, English GMT +8 RB OFFICE RBA Plaza, Jalan Sultan, Bandar Seri Begawan, BS 8811 T: (673) 2 212 222 / 2 240 500 F: (673) 2 244 737 AIR LOGISTICS SDN BHD Unit 6, Ground Floor, Madang Complex, Berakas BC3715, Negara Brunei Darussalam T: (673) 865 7913

CHINA HONG KONG (HKG)

CHEK LAP KOK AIRPORT Airport-City 32 kms Approx. Fare from Airport to City • Taxi Kowloon HKD300, Hong Kong HKD400 Airport Tax HKD120 Currency Hong Kong Dollar (HKD) Language Cantonese, Mandarin, English GMT +8 GENERAL SALES AGENT DEKS AIR (HONG KONG) LTD Room 1804-5, Jubilee Centre, 18 Fenwick Street, Wanchai T: (852) 2529 3883 F: (852) 2527 7300 E: hkgres@rba.com.bn AIR LOGISTICS LIMITED 1205A, 12th Floor, Tower II, Cheung Sha Wan Plaza , 833 Cheung Sha Wan Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong T: (852) 2328 0278 F: (852) 2328 0221 M: (852) 9161 1747 / 9181 9146

GUANGZHOU (CAN)

BAIYUN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Airport-City 28 kms Approx. Fare from Airport to City • Bus CNY19 • Taxi CNY2.6 Airport Tax CNY90 Currency Chinese Yuan (CNY) Language Cantonese, Mandarin GMT +8

GENERAL SALES AGENT DEKS AIR (CHINA) LTD. Room 2915, Tower B, China Shine Plaza, 9 Linhe Road West, Tianhe District, Guangzhou, China T: (8620) 8332 3120 / 8332 1575 F: (8620) 8332 6369

SHANGHAI (PVG)

PUDONG INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Airport-City 35 kms Approx. Fare from Airport to City • Bus CNY50 • Taxi CNY160 Airport Tax CNY90 Currency Chinese Yuan (CNY) Language Chinese (dialects include Mandarin, Shanghainese) GMT +8 PASSENGER SALES AGENT BEIJING LONGWAY INTERNATIONAL Room 0, 22nd Floor, Zhiyuan Building, No.768 Xietu Road, Luwan District, Shanghai, China Post code: 200023 T: (86) 21 5302 7288 F: (86) 21 6304 7686 E: shasales@rba.com.bn AIR LOGISTICS GROUP Room 1631, No. 333, North Chengdu Road, Jing’an District, Shanghai, China 200040 T: (86) 21 2215 7645 M: (852) 9161 1747

INDONESIA BALI (DPS)

NGURAH RAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Airport-City approximately 16 kms Approx. Fare from Airport to City • Bus IDR25,000 • Taxi IDR70,000 - 90,000 Airport Tax IDR150,000 Currency Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) Language Bahasa Indonesia, English GMT +8 GENERAL SALES AGENT PT DEKS AVIATION INTERNUSA Suite #3, Lobby Level, Kuta Paradiso Hotel, Jl Kartika Plaza, Kuta, Tuban Bali (ID) T: (62) 361 757355 F: (62) 361 757785 E: dpsrba@rba.com.bn AIR LOGISTICS GROUP Wisthi Sabha Builing, 2nd FI, Room 19, Ngurah Rai International Airport, Tuban 80361, Bali, Indonesia T: (62) 361 936 3345 F: (62) 361 936 0284

JAKARTA (JKT)

SOEKARNO-HATTA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Airport-City 50 kms Approx. Fare from Airport to City • Bus IDR7,000 • Taxi IDR150,000 Airport Tax IDR150,000 Currency Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) Language Bahasa Indonesia, English GMT +7 GENERAL SALES AGENT PT DEKS AVIATION INTERNUSA Wisma Tamara, 6th Floor #668, Jalan Jend Sudirman Kav 24, Jakarta 1290, Indonesia T: (62) 21 520 6338 F: (62) 21 527 9990 E: jktrba@rba.com.bn

AIR LOGISTICS GROUP Suite 3K, 3rd Floor, Wisma Soewarna, Soewarna Business Park, Block E, Lot 1 & 2, Soekarno Hata International Airport, Jakarta 19110, Indonesia T: (62) 21 5591 1311 F: (62) 21 5591 1662 M: (62) 81 2165 799 22

SURABAYA (SUB)

JUANDA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Airport-City 17 kms Approx. Fare from Airport to City • Taxi IDR29,500 Airport Tax IDR150,000 Currency Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) Language Bahasa Indonesia, English, Madurese GMT +7 GENERAL SALES AGENT PT DEKS AVIATION INTERNUSA Wisma BII, 6th Floor #606, Jalan Pemuda No: 60-70, Surabaya 60271, Indonesia T: (62) 31 535 6377 F: (62) 31 535 6166 E: subrba@rba.com.bn AIR LOGISTICS GROUP Suite 3K, 3rd Floor Wisma Soewarna, Soewarna Business Park, Block E, Lot 1 & 2, Soekarno Hata International Airport, Jakarta 19110, Indonesia T: (62) 21 5591 2839 F: (62) 21 5591 1662 M: (62) 81 653 6501

MALAYSIA KUALA LUMPUR (KUL)

KUALA LUMPUR INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Airport-City 80 kms Approx. Fare from Airport to City • Bus Luxury RM25 • Taxi Budget MYR70-80, Limo MYR100-120 Airport Tax MYR51 Currency Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) Language Malay, English, Cantonese, Tamil, Mandarin GMT +8 RB OFFICE Lot 25, 1st Floor, UBN Tower (Shangri-la Shopping Arcade), P.O. Box 99, Jln P. Ramlee, 50250 Kuala Lumpur T: (60) 3 2070 7166 / 2070 6628 F: (60) 3 2070 6899 E: kulrba@rba.com.bn APPLE AVIATION SDN BHD No 57-59 (3FL), Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia T: (60) 3 2145 2029 / 2143 8877 F: (60) 3 2143 8876 M: (60) 12 388 5319

KOTA KINABALU (BKI)

KOTA KINABALU INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Airport-City 8.5 kms Approx. Fare from Airport to City • Taxi MYR13.50 Airport Tax MYR26 To/ Transit via Brunei: MYR20 Currency Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) Language Malay, Mandarin, English GMT +8 RB OFFICE Lot BG - 3B Ground Floor, Block B, Komplex KWSP, Jalan Karamunsing, 8000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah T: (60) 88 242 193 / 6 E: sskkoff@rba.com.bn

RB MIRI OFFICE Lot 1378 (Sub Lot 7) and Lot 1345, Block 10, Miri Concession. Land District, Kubu Road, Centre Point Commercial Centre, Miri Sarawak, Malaysia T: (60) 85 426 322 / 426 334 F: (60) 85 426 355

PHILIPPINES MANILA (MNL)

NINOY AQUINO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Airport-City 9 kms Approx. Fare from Airport to City • Bus PhP13 • Taxi PhP120 Airport Tax PhP750 Currency Philippine Peso (PhP) Language Tagalog, English GMT +8 GENERAL SALES AGENT AVIA-RH INC 4/F Le Rose Building, 832 A. Arnaiz Avenue, San Lorenzo Village, Makati City, Philippines.

T: (63) 632 886 7513 F: (63) 632 886 7494 E: mnlres@rba.com.bn AIR CARGO PARTNERS CORPORATION True North GSA Inc., Unit 26 Cargo Village Complex, Ninoy Aquino Avenue, Paranaque City Metro Manila, Philippines 1700 T: (63) 2 500 9114 F: (63) 2 854 0244

SAUDI ARABIA JEDDAH (JED)

KING ABDUL AZIZ INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Airport-City 25 kms (from North Terminal); 15 kms (from South Terminal) Approx. Fare from Airport to City • Taxi SAR50 Airport Tax SAR50 except Haj & Umrah pax, diplomats and escorts for human remains Currency Saudi Arabian Riyal (SAR) Language Arabic, English, French GMT +3 GENERAL SALES AGENT ELAF AVIATION Al Nakheel Centre, Madina Road Jeddah 21414, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia T: (9662) 665 7143 / 661 2679 / 665 7908 E: jedrba@rba.com.bn LEISURE CARGO FZCO Saudi Airline Cargo Terminal Building, Jeddah, K.S.A (SITA DXBFBAB) T: (966) 56 512 5101 M: (966) 56 512 5101

SINGAPORE SINGAPORE (SIN)

CHANGI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Airport-City 20 kms Approx. Fare from Airport to City • Bus SGD1.40 • Taxi SGD18 Airport Tax SGD21 Currency Singapore Dollar (SGD) Language Malay, English, Mandarin, Tamil GMT +8 RB OFFICE 81 Clemenceau Avenue, #03-13, UE Square Shopping Mall, Singapore 239917 T: (65) 6235 4672 E: sinrba@rba.com.bn AIR-ABDA (S) PTE LTD Room 234-236, SATS Airfreight Terminal 3, 105 Airport Cargo Road, Singapore 819462

Airmail Transit Centre, P.O.Box 0846, Singapore 918154 T: (65) 6543 2290 / 2260 F: (65) 6543 2296 M: (65) 9679 2259 / 9641 0393 / 9651 3944

THAILAND BANGKOK (BKK)

SUVARNABHUMI AIRPORT Airport-City 25 kms Approx. Fare from Airport to City • Bus BHT150 • Taxi BHT200-250 Airport Tax BHT700 Currency Baht (BHT) Language Thai, English GMT +7 GENERAL SALES AGENT DEKS AIR THAILAND 4th Floor, C.P. Tower, 313 Silom Road,Bangrak 10500, Thailand T: (66) 02 638 3050 F: (66) 02 638 2969 ABDA CARGO INTERNATIONAL 999 Moo 7, B-FZ Cargo Terminal, Room 302, 3rd Fl, Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangphli. Samutprakarn 10540 Bangkok, Thailand T: (66) 2134 2305 / 6 F: (66) 2134 2307 M: (66) 86 392 1132

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES DUBAI (DXB)

DUBAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Airport-City 4 kms Approx. Fare from Airport to City • Taxi AED20 + 50 fils for every 500m Airport Tax AED30 Currency Dirham (AED) Language Arabic, English GMT +4 RB OFFICE Centurian Star, Shop Number 3, (new RB office), Opp. Deira City Centre, Deira, Dubai, UAE T: (971) 4334 4884 (Reservation) / 4686 (Sales) F: (971) 4334 4585 E: dxbres@rba.com.bn, dxbrba@rba.com.bn Tower 400 (UNB Building), Shop 7-10, Al Soor Area, Sharjah, UAE (SHJBI0301) T: (971) 6005 24444 / 6575 8575 Oman Road, Nakheel, Shaikh Saqr Bin Mohammad Al Qasmi Street, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE (RAKBI0301) T: (971) 7227 2847 / 7228 9987 Al-Ain Tower, East 4th Road, Almouror, Electra Street, Al Markaziyah, Abu Dhabi, UAE (AUHBI0301) T: (971) 2815 3444 / 2815 3450 M-201, Paris Gift Palace Building, Zayed Bin Sulthan Street, Al-Ain, UAE (AUHBI0301) T: (971) 3764 1410 / 1990 LEISURE CARGO Office No 3069, Air Cargo Terminal Building, Dubai Cargo Village, P.O. Box 293051 Dubai, United Arab Emirates (SITA DXBFBLT) T: (971) 4 286 9666 F: (971) 4 286 9995 M: (971) 55 954 6066 Office No. M25 Freight Gate-4, Dubai Airport Free Zone, P.O. Box 54385, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (SITA DXBFBLT) T: (971) 4 299 7924 F: (971) 4 299 7989 M: (971) 55 221 6289

UNITED KINGDOM LONDON (LHR)

HEATHROW AIRPORT Airport-City 35 kms Approx. Fare from Airport to City • Bus GBP7 • Taxi GBP40 Airport Tax F & J Class Pax: GBP80; Y Class Pax: GBP40; PSC: GBP9 Currency Pound Sterling (GBP) Language English GMT +0 RB OFFICE 49 Cromwell Road, London SW7 2ED, England, United Kingdom T: (44) 207 584 6660 E: lonrba@rba.com.bn AIR LOGISTICS LIMITED Cargo Terminal 4, East Midlands Airport, Castle Donington, Derby, DE74 2SA (SITA LONALXH) T: (44) 0 1332 850021 / 7885 875184 F: (44) 0 1332 811961 E: airlogistics@airlogistics. co.uk / operations@ airlogistics.co.uk / sales@airlogistics.co.uk 2nd Floor, Building 558, Shoreham Road West, Heathrow Airport Hounslow, Middlesex TW6 3RN T: (44) 0 208 759 8686 F: (44) 0 208 990 9005 M: (44) 7713 506614 E: sales@airlogistics.co.uk

VIETNAM HO CHI MINH CITY (SGN)

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WELCOME ONBOARD

CAPITAL ATTRACTIONS

ABODE OF PEACE

Small in size but big in attractions, Brunei’s capital has lots to offer.

Brunei Darussalam is a country rich in culture and heritage.

It is a small, peaceful, prosperous kingdom on the northern shore of the ecologically-rich island of Borneo. Come and discover Brunei, a Kingdom of Unexpected Treasures.

Brunei is arguably best known today as an oil producing country. The nation became independent in 1984 and, thanks to its large reserves of oil and gas, now has one of the highest standards of living in the world. Its population of just over 408,000 is made up of two-thirds ethnic Malay, with the remainder being Chinese, Indian and other indigenous groups.

The Sultanate has four districts: Brunei-Muara (which includes the capital Bandar Seri Begawan), Temburong, Tutong and Belait. ‘Darussalam’, the Arabic word for ‘Abode of Peace’ describes Brunei’s Islamic history that dates back some 1,500 years.

Today, Brunei remains the world’s only Malay Islamic Monarchy with an unbroken royal lineage that has ruled the nation for the past 600 years.

www.bruneitourism.travel For more information on Brunei, email: info@bruneitourism.travel Images DAVID KIRKLAND/ BRUNEI TOURISM

Brunei-Muara

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THE OMAR ‘ALI SAIFUDDIEN MOSQUE

Brunei Darussalam’s iconic landmark, the mosque was completed in 1958 and is named after the 28th Sultan, the late Sultan Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien, who is referred to as the Architect of Modern Brunei.

ISTANA NURUL IMAN

The official residence of His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam. Although not open to public, except during Hari Raya Aidil Fitri, its golden domes and vaulted roof can be viewed from Kampong Ayer.

LAPAU AND DEWAN MAJLIS

The Royal Ceremonial Hall features an exquisite golden dome and hosts all of the Sultanate’s traditional royal ceremonies.

MUSLIM PRAYER TIMES in Brunei Darussalam May 2016

Rejab 1437 / Sya’aban 1437 Date Hijriah

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BRUNEI MUSEUM

The museum is home to a collection of royal regalia, including the royal chariot, gold and silver ceremonial armoury, the jewel encrusted crowns used during the coronation and a replica of the throne, which is used by the Sultan on state occasions.

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ISTANA DARUSSALAM

Located on Jalan Sumbiling, this wooden palace captures the architectural heritage of old Malay palaces. Visitors may view only from outside.

THE SULTAN HAJI HASSANAL BOLKIAH FOUNDATION COMPLEX

The capital’s most popular shopping venues, it combines both traditional Malay and modern architecture.

OFF THE BEATEN TRACK

Brunei’s national museum spotlights Brunei’s role in Southeast Asia’s history. The Islamic Art Gallery has historical pieces of Islamic art and a commendable Quran collection.

Temburong

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BRUNEI ARTS AND HANDICRAFTS CENTRE

Brunei’s ancient and traditional arts and crafts – kain tenunan, silver & brass ware, wood carving and basketry – are showcased in this centre, aimed to preserve its rich legacy.

TAMU KIANGGEH

The Tamu, or open air market, on the banks of the Kianggeh River is a popular local market for traditional dishes, fruits, vegetables, flowers and handicrafts.

Explore Brunei’s lush virgin forest through lofty canopy walkways, scenic hiking trails and a thrilling river ride to the park on the Temburong River.

Tutong TASEK MERIMBUN

Brunei’s largest lake that curves in an ‘S’ has an island in the centre accessible via a wooden walkway and various facilities for picnics and recreation.

Belait OIL & GAS DISCOVERY CENTRE

An ‘edutainment’ facility, this interactive science centre aims to make science exciting and accessible to all with more than 100 hands-on exhibits in themed areas to explore.

KAMPONG AYER

The world’s largest water village that is home to more than 30,000 people living on unique wooden houses on stilts over the Brunei River.

June 2016

Sya’aban 1437 / Ramadhan 1437 Date Hijriah Day

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