Saturday, May 28, 2011

National-Level Powerboat Fiesta

National-Level Powerboat Fiesta


Date:Jul 2 - 3 2011
Venue:Kapit Waterfront
Kapit Sarawak
Organiser:Kumpulan Kerja Pelancongan Bahagian Kapit dan Saberkas Daerah kapit
Website:http://www.kapitro.sarawak.gov...
Category:Sports
 


Another national event will be held in Kapit with hope to attract local and international participants. The organiser has line up various race category to encourage the local participants to take part in this event. With this event the organiser hope that it could promote sports tourism in Kapit.

Friday, May 27, 2011

Rainforest World Music Festival 2011

Rainforest World Music Festival 2011

Date:Jul 8 - 10 2011
Time:1200-2400
Venue:Sarawak Cultural Village
Kuching Sarawak
Organiser:Sarawak Tourism Board
Contact:Sarren Michael
Phone:            +6082423600      
Email:sarren@sarawaktourism.com
Website:http://www.rainforestmusic-bor...
Category:Festivals
 


The Rainforest World Music Festival is a unique festival that brings together on the same stage renowned world musicians from all continents and indigenous musicians from the interiors of the mythical island of Borneo. Its formula of afternoon informative workshops, ethno-musical lectures, jamming sessions and mini concerts, followed by evening performances on the main stage has proven to be a hit with the audience, who come from near and far.

The festival site also sets up a variety of food and drink stalls, an arts and crafts area as well as a counter for festival memorabilia, Sarawak souvenirs and CDs by the performing artists, all this contributing to a fun filled, wholesome festival experience. World Music plus a country fair atmosphere in the midst of lush greenery. The Rainforest World Music Festival, a not-to-be-missed occasion, guarantees a smashing time in the heart of the
Borneo Jungle.

Promotional tickets to the Rainforest World Music Festival 2011 are now available online commencing March 1, 2011. Limited tickets for the festival on each Friday and Sunday go as low as RM85 only during this promotional period whilst a 3 day pass are going at only RM260.

After this promotional period, all daily ticket will be priced at RM110 each and 3 day pass will be offered as on the normal price at RM300. RWMF fans are encouraged to purchase online tickets now to avoid disappointment.
All these promotional offers are limited and are available on-line up till April 15, 2011 and on first-come-first-serve basis. These offers will be a great opportunity to attend this annual event which has made itself into the top 25 world music festivals.

Organised by STB Leisure & Properties, a subsidiary of Sarawak Tourism Board (STB), the 14th edition of the Rainforest World Music Festival 2011 will see performances from across the globe and is expected to draw a crowd of at least 21,000 festival goers during the three days. The event which has put Sarawak on the world map will be held at the Sarawak Cultural Village from July 8 to 10.
To date 21 bands have been confirmed. Among them are Startijenn from France, Pacific Curls – New Zealand, Mamak Khadem – Iran, The Blue Canyon Boys – USA, Lisa Haley & The Zydekats – USA, The Shin – Georgia, Eastern Europe, Ikswew – Canada, Frigg – Finland, Malick Pathe Sow – Senegal, Agungbeat – Malaysia, Victor Valdez Trio – Mexico/Australia, Ilgi – Latvia, Hanggai – China, Kissmet – India/UK, Paddy Keenan Trio from Ireland, Leweton Women’s Water Music – Vanuatu, Joaquin Daz – Dominican Republic, Kamafei – Italy, Kenge Kenge – Kenya and Warsaw Village Band – Poland
To be staged again at the Sarawak Cultural Village against the backdrop of the legendary Mount Santubong, the Rainforest World Music Festival is a not to miss event. So grab this opportunity to get your tickets early. The earlier promotional offers have all been taken up so why wait and be disappointed?.

For purchasing, booking or enquiries please call 
TicketCharge Hotline:             +603-9222 8811       or at TicketCharge @ No 42A-1, Jalan Metro Pudu, Fraser Business Park, Off Jalan Yew, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

More details on the festival also available at www.rainforestmusic-borneo.com
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SARAWAK TOURISM BOARD
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Date : March 8, 2011

International Dance For Humanity 2011 MRC Miri Chapter

International Dance For Humanity 2011 MRC Miri Chapter


Date:Jun 26, 2011
Time:1pm - 5.30pm
Venue:Miri Indoor Stadium
Miri Sarawak
Organiser:Malaysian Red Crescent Miri Chapter
Contact:6085-411121
Phone:6085-428032
Fax:6085-420479
Email:mrcmiri@streamyx.com
Admission Fee:Free Admission
Category:Festivals
 


The Malaysian Red Crescent, Miri Chapter would like to invite you/troupe to participate in our "International Dance For Humanity" with the theme, " Together for International Peace & Harmony". Miri, is a beautiful and vibrant resort city located in Northern Sarawak. It offers visitors a great opportunity to sample and experience our beautiful diverse culture from various ethnic groups.
Visit our proud heritage, the world renowned Mulu caves and sample our delightful local dishes in the company of the warm hospitality of our people. Your participation will help to generate and promote mutual understanding and harmony among races and nations.
MRC, Miri Chapter has been organizing this event since 2004 known as the 'Dance for Humanity' to promote understanding through cultural dances. Local dancing troupes representing various social, ethnic and  cultural groups have been giving us enthusiastic participation to showcase their performance, which in itself is a great edu-entertainment.
The overwhelming support and popularity of the event has prompted the Chapter to organize this year's event on a larger scale to include participation from international community by upgrading the event as the "International Dance For Humanity'.
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Pesta Benak (Tidal Bore Festival)

Pesta Benak (Tidal Bore Festival)


Date:Jun 16 - 19 2011
Time:All Day
Category:Festivals


The festival is to promote harmony among local community and to introduce Sri Aman town through tourism. Tidal Bore or locally known as 'Benak' occurs everyday with different wave length and height. During spring tide, tidal bore with high magnitude can be observed clearly. The 'Benak' continues its journey another 30km inland, ending near the small village of Engkili in the same division.

1 Borneo Expedition 2011 (4WD)

1 Borneo Expedition 2011 (4WD)


Date:May 29 - Jun 3, 2011
Venue:Miri, Brunei, Limbang, Lawas, Kalimantan & Kota Kinabalu
Sarawak
Organiser:Borneo Jungle Safari Sdn Bhd
Phone:            +6085 422595      
Fax:+6085 417984
Email:sales@borneojunglesafari.com
Website:www.bjs4wda.com.my...
Category:Sports
 


1Borneo Expediton 2011 (4WD)
We bring you to explore the diverse and wonder of the real and the most exotic part of Borneo which consist of Sarawak, Brunei, Sabah and Kalimantan. The adventure will bring you into the tropical forest of Borneo to experience the unforgettable 4WD adventure, beautiful scenery and experience something which most people have not done. Driving out from the city into the deep jungle through rugged terrain. The destination would be places one could have never imagine would visit, nor would ever think to remote villages perched high on a vast mountain ranges, the edges of a massive natural basin, a "lost world of Borneo", still largely undiscovered by man. And to get to these places, we would have  brave treacherous off-road condition, cross rivers and even traverse a mountain. The uniqueness of this 1 Borneo Expedition is, we have Sarawak, Sabah, Kalimantan and Brunei Darussalam as part of the 1 Borneo Destination and this make it extra ordinary exciting to explore and the journey that truly counts. The event will highlight more on Sarawak Northern Region potential rugged terrain for this extreme sport.

Borneo Jazz Festival 2011

Borneo Jazz Festival 2011


Date:May 12 - 15 2011
Time:1700-2400
Venue:Park City Everly Hotel, Miri
Sarawak
Organiser:Sarawak Tourism Board
Contact:Pauline Lim
Phone:            082-423600      
Email:info@jazzborneo.com
Website:http://www.jazzborneo.com
 


        
Miri International Jazz Festival is now known as Borneo Jazz! This change is to reflect the growing stature of the festival among leading jazz festivals in the region. ‘Borneo’ gives a unique positioning of Sarawak among jazz music aficionados.

With this, comes a reimaging to reflect the vibrancy of the festival and the destination. Be prepared for exciting things to come as we bring you a richer experience at the Borneo Jazz.
Do not miss the magic of Borneo and what this exciting destination can offer as you groove to the music in this land where adventure lives…
Selamat datai* to our music room!
  • ‘Welcome’ in Iban dialect - Selamat datai
Borneo Jazz 2011 – Programme
Thursday May 12th – Evening
Opening Concert, Marina Bay Seafood Restaurant, Miri – 8pm:
Dhruv - India
Friday May 13th – Evening
ParkCity Everly Hotel, Miri
Time
Performer
7.00 - 8.00 pm
SIU2 - China
8.15 - 9.15 pm
Cunha E Piper – Brazil/Australia
9.30 - 10.30 pm
John Hammond - USA
10.45 - 11.45 pm
Les Doigts De L’Homme - France
Saturday May 14th – Evening
ParkCity Everly Hotel, Miri
Time
Performer
7.00 - 8.00 pm
Victor Yong & the Electric Carnival Band – Malaysia Canada
8.15 - 9.15 pm
Yuichiro Tokuda’s Ralyzz Dig - Japan
9.30 - 10.30 pm
State of Monc - Holland
10.45 - 11.45 pm
Maria Muldaur - USA
11.45 pm - end
FINALE – all musicians
Note:  Programme subject to changes
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