Saturday, December 3, 2016
A Quiet Uptown
Monday, September 5, 2016
Intermission
Sometimes you’ve gotta close your mouth
To let the words speak clearly
Sometimes you have to close your eyes
To let the sun come shining
Sometimes you have to learn to leave
To make sure love continues
Sometimes we’re all gonna need an intermission
Sometimes you’ve gotta get on your knees
To keep your spirit standing
Sometimes you’ve gotta let it bleed
And let go of the bandage
Inhale, exhale, release and let yourself receive forgiveness
Sometimes we’re all gonna need an intermission
Saturday, September 3, 2016
Autumn Is Here
Friday, July 22, 2016
The Call From St. Regis Kuala Lumpur
Thursday, June 23, 2016
Frustration
Sunday, May 15, 2016
Maybe
Tuesday, May 10, 2016
Something Good
When you have something good, protect it.
Guard it. Look after it. Make sure no one is trying to steal it. Know its worth, understand its value and don’t tell everyone about it. Don’t let people put a discount on it. Don’t let people make you doubt how precious it is. Don’t talk about how you’re scared of losing it or question if it was worth the investment. When you have something good, keep it safe, don’t risk losing it because you didn’t know what to do with it.
When you have something good, love it.
Be kind to it. Look beyond the minor imperfections or minor bruises, don’t try to make it spotless or whole again, love it the way you got it, the way you found it, the way you just couldn’t take your eyes off it when you first saw it and how you kept thinking about it all night. Love it the way you did when all you wanted to do it was get it and what it took for you to get your hands on it. Love it even though at times you will not understand why you bought it or why you wanted it so much. Love it because deep inside it’s what you want but you’re afraid of getting so attached to something you just got. When you have something good, admire it, don’t try to lose it because you think you don’t deserve to have something that good.
When you have something good, understand it.
Understand who owned it before you, which homes did it live in before it found yours and if it was taken good care of or left unattended in a dark room. Understand the history behind it, know the details of how it was made, how it came to life, and what kind of pressure it had to go through to look that good. Delve deeper into the things that make it so special and then try to understand why you are the best person to have it. Why it will be safe in your hands. When you have something good, don’t be scared of how precious it is – precious things find precious homes.
When you have something good, don’t go looking for something better.
When you have the real thing, don’t look at the competition, don’t look at the cheaper fake versions, don’t look at the new models or the different colors and don’t forget why you loved it so much when you’re distracted by all the new things you keep looking at. If you’re always looking for something better you will never appreciate what you have. If you’re always looking for something better, you may not realize that what you have is already the best.
Saturday, November 21, 2015
Questions
Thursday, November 19, 2015
Void
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
A Prayer
Monday, November 9, 2015
365 Days & Closing Chapter One
Sometimes life just slips in through a back door
And carves out a person
And makes you believe it's all true..
- Sara Bareilles
End of a Chapter 1 - Part 009 : Nov 10th 2015
It's not simple to say, most days I don't recognize myself. It is also not easy to know I am not anything like I used to be. For every reason, I can't believe we are closing chapter one.
The imperfection and the uncommonly interest we had, it is not easy to believe things would actually work out. Now, I've got you and you are not what I've asked for. Bringing back to 365 days of memories we have forged, it's all seems too fast. The good and the bad, we managed to come to a close for this chapter.
Life is always messy, and life has been kind. We are human, and we are bound with our sins. For one reason that I could pull it through is because you have been my anchor. You are mine....
The things we have lost, the things we have made, and the things to come. It is a beautiful disaster. Do I wanna rewrite the ending, I guess I would be happy to just let it be. You're imperfect, but you try. You are messy but you are kind. It is as simple as I can just say that I am the happiest person alive.
It is not easy to know when the part of your dream is becoming reality. There is a thin line where I mixed up what is a fantasy and reality. What is there for me to sabotage everything I have? Where do I wanna go from here? What will the next chapter lies? For the one person who see me for who I am...
Thank you for a wonderful 365 days and I want another 365 years with you.
Saturday, October 3, 2015
‘Diamond of Dubai’: Burj 2020 Tower Design Unveiled
“The demand that will be registering will dictate the exact height of the tower but at the highest it might go 700 plus. We are looking at a super tall tower and we are looking at having one of the world’s highest viewing decks which will offer 360 degree experience,” Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman, DMCC, said after launching the Burj 2020 District at Cityscape Global.
The pure commercial tower is slated to claim the title of the world’s tallest residential tower in 2020, the year when it will be completed.
“We have seen lot of success and lot of mistakes as well but we are not going to repeat it in this initiative,” Bin Sulayem said.
The master planned Burj2020 District will comprise seven towers and over one million square metres built up area (BUA), which is equivalent size of approximately one-third of the existing Jumeirah Lakes Towers (housing 66 towers) and nearly twice the size of New York’s Rockefeller Center. In addition, there will be retail offering totaling over 100,000 square metres.
The district has been designed by Adrian Smith and Gordon Gill (AS+GG).
“Inspired by faceted gemstones, the Burj2020’s design is rooted in the principles of perpetual value, enduring strength and everlasting beauty. Symbolising the next stage of growth for the city, the design of the tower is also inspired by the facets of a diamond – elegant, bold and timeless,” said Smith.
Meydan, a Dubai-based developer, has also announced plans for the world’s highest 360° observation deck at 655 metres, while other developers have announced plans to build the second tallest tower in the emirate after Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest tower.
Friday, September 11, 2015
Malindo Air Expands International Operations
Kuala Lumpur – Hong Kong
OD605 KUL1015 – 1410HKG 738 D
OD606 HKG1510 – 1905KUL 738 D
Kuala Lumpur – Perth
OD151 KUL0825 – 1410PER 739 D
OD152 PER1500 – 2055KUL 739 D
Reservations for these service are currently not available, further changes to planned launch dates remain highly possible.
Elsewhere, Malindo from 25OCT15 plans to adjust operations on following routes:
Kuala Lumpur – Delhi eff 10OCT15 Increase from 7 to 10 weekly
Kuala Lumpur – Denpasar Increase from 1 to 2 daily
Kuala Lumpur – Dhaka Reduce from 2 to 1 daily
Kuala Lumpur – Jakarta Increase from 1 to 2 daily
Kuala Lumpur – Kathmandu eff 01OCT15 Increase from 3 to 7 weekly.
Thursday, September 10, 2015
2015 Business Traveller Asia-Pacific Awards
The Business Traveller Asia-Pacific Awards is now in its 24th year and still growing, with the addition of two new categories for 2015: Best Hotel Loyalty Progamme; and Best Luxury Hotel Brand in Asia-Pacific.
One of the reasons why the awards are so revered, and so popular, is that they are chosen by people who travel for a living, frequently using airports, airlines and hotel services, and visiting regional destinations. These people are the readers of and subscribers to Business Traveller Asia-Pacific. A good proportion of them travel particularly frequently, racking up tons of miles along the way!
This year a number of brands have held their award winning positions from 2014, reflecting their popularity and pursuit of excellence. But there were some significant new winners, particular among the hotels, perhaps reflecting the growth in new properties springing up in the region.
Perhaps not surprisingly, Singapore Airlines again reigned supreme, winning the overall award for Best Airline in the world and for Best Asia-Pacific Airline for the 15th year running. The airline also managed to scoop the awards for: Best Airline First Class; Best Airline Business Class; Best Airline Economy Class; and Best In-flight Catering.
Lufthansa won the award for Best European Airline, while awards for Best North American Airline, Best Middle Eastern/African Airline and Best China Airlinewere won by United Airlines, Qatar Airways and Air China, respectively. All four airlines also won the same awards last year. British Airways won the Best Premium Economy Class award.
Cathay Pacific also enjoyed some prestige at the event, winning the Best Frequent Flyer Programme award, and also the Best Airline Lounge in Asia-Pacific.
The Grand Hyatt won the award for Best Business Hotel Brand in the World, marking its third consecutive year in the top spot, while the Shangri-La won the award for Best Business Hotel Brand in Asia-Pacific.
Island Shangri-La Hong Kong and The Peninsula Hong Kong won Best Business Hotel in the World and Best Business Hotel in Asia-Pacific, respectively. The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore won the Best Boutique Hotel in Asia-Pacific for the second year running, while The Westin Singapore won theBest New Business Hotel in Asia-Pacific.
Mandarin Oriental took out the inaugural award for Best Luxury Hotel Brand in Asia-Pacific, while the new award for Best Hotel Loyalty Programme was won byStarwood Preferred Guest.
In the awards for serviced residences, Ascott remain undefeated in the category ofBest Serviced Residence Brand in Asia-Pacific since 2004, when the award was introduced. Fraser Suites Top Glory Shanghai won the award for Best Serviced Residence in Asia-Pacific.
For work and play destinations, Hong Kong and Bangkok once again won awards for Best Business City in the World and Best Leisure Destination in Asia-Pacific, respectively.
Best Airline
2. Emirates
3. Cathay Pacific
2. China Eastern
3. China Southern
Best Economy Class
2. Singapore Airlines - Krisflyer
3. Thai Airways – Royal Orchid
Best Airline Lounge in Asia-Pacific
2. Singapore Airlines – Changi Airport
3. Thai Airways - Suvarnabhumi Airport
Best Airport in the World
2. Hong Kong International Airport
3. Incheon Airport
Best Airport in Asia-Pacific
2. Hong Kong International Airport
3. Incheon Airport
Best Duty-Free in the World
2. Changi Airport
3. Hong Kong International Airport
Best Business City in Northeast Asia
2. Shanghai
3. Seoul
Best Business City in Southeast Asia
2. Bangkok
3. Kuala Lumpur
Best Business City in the World
2. London
3. New York
Best Leisure Destination in Asia-Pacific
2. Singapore
3. Tokyo
Best Business Hotel Brand in the World
2. Shangri-La
3. Intercontinental
Best Business Hotel Brand in Asia-Pacific
2. Grand Hyatt
3. Intercontinental
2. Sofitel
3. Hilton
Best Business Hotel Brand in North America
2. Sheraton
3. Hilton
Best Business Hotel Brand in Middle East/Africa
2. Intercontinental
3. Sheraton
2. Novotel
3. Courtyard by Marriott
Best Mid-Market Hotel Brand in Asia-Pacific
2. Novotel
3. Four Points by Sheraton
2. Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
3. Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore
2. Shangri-La, Singapore
3. Conrad Hong Kong
2. Crowne Plaza Changi Airport, Singapore
3. Novotel Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, Thailand
Best New Business Hotel in Asia-Pacific
2. Rosewood Beijing
3. JW Marrriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul
Best Resort Hotel in Asia-Pacific
2. Anantara Phuket Villas
3. Intercontinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort
Best Boutique Hotel in Asia-Pacific
2. Hotel Quote Taipei
3. Keraton at the Plaza Jakarta
2. Grand Hyatt
3. The Westin Beijing Chaoyang
2. Garden Hotel
3. The Westin
Best Business Hotel in Hanoi
2. Intercontinental Hanoi Westlake
3. Sheraton
2. The Caravelle
3. Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Towers
Best Business Hotel in Hong Kong
2. Grand Hyatt
3. Conrad
Best Business Hotel in Jakarta
2. Hotel Indonesia Kempinski
3. Pullman Jakarta Indonesia Thamrin CBD
2. Shangri-La
3. Hilton
Best Business Hotel in Macau
2. The Venetian
3. Mandarin Oriental
Best Business Hotel in Manila
2. Fairmont Makati
3. New World Manila Bay
Best Business Hotel in Melbourne
2. Park Hyatt
3. The Westin
Best Business Hotel in Mumbai
2. Grand Hyatt
3. Four Seasons
2. The Oberoi
3. The Imperial
Best Business Hotel in Osaka
2. The Westin
3. Hilton
Best Business Hotel in Seoul
2. Grand Hyatt
3. Conrad
Best Business Hotel in Shanghai
2. The Langham Shanghai, Xintiandi
3. Grand Hyatt
Best Business Hotel in Shenzhen
2. Futian Shangri-La
3. Grand Hyatt
Best Business Hotel in Singapore
2. Shangri-La Hotel
3. The Fullerton
Best Business Hotel in Sydney
2. Intercontinental
3. Shangri-La
Best Business Hotel in Taipei
2. The Regent
3. The Okura Prestige
Best Business Hotel in Tokyo
2. Conrad
3. The Imperial
Best Serviced Residence in Asia-Pacific
2. Ascott Raffles Place Singapore
3. Gloria Residence Taipei
Best Serviced Residence Brand in Asia-Pacific
2. Fraser
3. Marriott Executive Apartments














