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Genting Highlands (Malay: Tanah Tinggi Genting; Chinese: 雲頂高原) (About 1850m above sea level 3°25′22.31″N 101°47′36.22″E / 3.4228639°N 101.7933944°E / 3.4228639; 101.7933944) is a mountain peak within the Titiwangsa Mountains on the border between the states of Pahang and Selangor of Malaysia and is home to a famous mountain resort by the same name which can be reached by car from Kuala Lumpur in one hour. It is also accessible by the world’s fastest and South East Asia’s longest cable car called Genting Skyway (3.38km[1]). In 2006, the resort had 18.4 million visitors.[1] Genting Highlands was founded by the late Tan Sri Lim Goh Tong in the late 1960s. Currently, this resort is being lead by Lim Goh Tong’s son, Tan Sri Lim Kok Thay who is also the current president and CEO of Star Cruises company.
It is sometimes informally known as the Las Vegas of Malaysia, dubbed the “City of Entertainment” as it is the only legal land-based casino in the country and is run by Resorts World Bhd, a subsidiary of Genting Group. The resort, Genting Highlands Resort, also features many hotels owned by Genting subsidiaries including Awana Genting, First World Hotel, Genting Hotel, Highlands Hotel, Resort Hotel and Theme Park Hotel. Facilities in this resort include two theme parks, a Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum, a wind-turbine sky diving simulator, golf courses and shopping malls.
In 2006, 2007, and 2008, Guinness World Records listed the First World Hotel as the world’s largest hotel with a total of 6,118 rooms.[2]
There is a computerised system outside First World Hotel which can automatically calculate the number of parking-bays left in four hotels; First World Hotel, Genting Hotel, Highlands Hotel and Resort Hotel.
Genting Highlands is also home to a 100 million year old forest.[3]
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Travel to Laos
If Laos is your next vacation destination, you will need our travel guide, for its excellent travel tips, extensive insight into the very diverse ethnic lifestyles and traditions, and of course, also for tips on getting the most out of your Laos vacation.
UNESCO has declared the Ancient City of Luang Prabang, and Vat Phou Temple Complex as World Heritage sites. The royal throne and some remarkable royal artefacts can be found at the Royal Palace Museum in Luang Prabang.
That Luang stupa, the most remarkable and largest stupa in Laos, is to be found in Vientiane, the capital of Laos.
Visit famous limestone mountains and beautiful caves in the Huaphanh region.
Although Phongsaly is famous for its handcrafted silver jewellery, and its weaving and embroidery, it is not the only place to buy handcrafted items and souvenirs. There is a large variety of wooden craft items, textiles, silver and gold items, and precious stones available throughout Laos. Do remember that it is forbidden to take any antiques or Buddha images that are older than 50 years out of the country.
The That Luang Festival is held in mid-November every year, and features many religious rites and a fair. The people of Laos are honest, friendly, respectful and courteous, and welcome visitors who display similar traits. Please remind the women in your family or group that it is forbidden for women to touch Buddhist monks.
Laos is home to more than 800 bird species, including peafowl, hornbills, ibis, and silver pheasant. Tigers, leopards, gibbon, and the Irrawaddy dolphin are found amongst the over 100 large mammal species found in Laos.
Spicy food is typical in Laos, and you will need to try the heavy sticky Laos rice with meat, chicken or fish, and vegetables. The Laos cultural heritage and the bio-diversity of the region will ensure that your vacation is unusual and memorable.
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Introduction to Insight Vacations Tour and Cruises in Europe and USA/Canada.An Insight Vacations escorted tour is a holiday as you would have planned it yourself, without the hassles of independent travel or the time restrictions of cruising. Insight Vacations exceeds the expectations of travellers worldwide by offering Smaller Groups, More Legroom – More Comfort, Selected Hotel in Desirable Locations, Leisurely Paced Itineraries, More Included Sightseeing, Delicious Dining, Personal Service.
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A youth trip to sliding rock