Monday, January 30, 2012

Thank You Sponsors


Tourism Malaysia

Tourism Malaysia's objective is to promote Malaysia as an outstanding tourist destination. We aim to showcase Malaysia's unique wonders, attractions and cultures; develop domestic tourism and enhance Malaysia's share of the market for meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions (MICE). Our ultimate goal is to increase the number of foreign tourists to Malaysia, extend the average length of their stay and so increase Malaysia's tourism revenue.

Tourism Malaysia aims to encourage tourism and its related industries in Malaysia. It is hoped that this would help promote new investments in the country, as well as provide increased employment opportunities. The growth of tourism would also contribute positively to the country's economic development and quality of life.
The Tourist Development Corporation of Malaysia (TDC) was established on 10 August 1972 as an agency under the former Ministry of Trade and Industry by an Act of Parliament. With the inception of the Ministry of Culture, Arts and Tourism on 20 May 1987, TDC was moved to this new ministry; and became the Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board (MTPB) through the Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board Act 1992. Popularly known as Tourism Malaysia, its full focus is on promoting Malaysia domestically and internationally.



Qbiq Edar Sdn Bhd

           
Qbiq Edar Sdn Bhd is an established Bumiputera IT Infrastructure distributor in the region, distribut­ing Best-of-Breed Technology products that deliver the business values of IT. Our partners share our commitment in delivering solutions of the highest quality that will add further value to our clients' business growth.

Qbiq has demonstrated competitiveness, dedication and commitment in serving its clients. Qbiq’s experience combined with its capabilities and knowledge, enable Qbiq to handle consulting, inte­gration, implementation and support services.



Coral Reef Holidays

Coral Reef Holiday is a chalet that caters for all need from family or solo traveller. Located in Tanjung Saik beach Kg Tekek, Coral Reef Holidays provides tourist with affordable yet comfortable accomodation.


Tioman Dive Centre

Tioman Dive Centre is a new name for an old operation. Established in 1993 under the name Scuba Point, Tioman Dive Centre was adopted as a new name at the begining of 2002, following a change in management.

Previously managed by Dr Tarek Amin (known to his friends as Pako), Julian Hyde and and Yeen Lee took over the operation in early 2001, after managing it on Pako's behalf for several months. In 2009 Katie Yewdall bought into the centre and began to enhance its environmental focus.


The Swiss Cottage

The Swiss Cottage is one of the first resorts on Pulau Tioman and is located in Tekek.
We have taken great care in constructing the chalets so as not
to clash with the eco system that nature has gifted us. A lot of plants were planted at the Swiss Cottage Pulau Tioman to create a tropical ambiance where it is easy to relax in the shade enjoying the privacy of a long stretch of unspoilt beach.
Families with children are as welcome here as the individual traveller.


 Sinar Tioman Enterprise

Sinar Tioman Enterprise is a Tioman based logistic company. Sinar Tioman has provided transport and facilities to support this Event. 

Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Accomodation During Event

Accommodation in Kampung Tekek

Coral Reef Holidays
Kampung Tekek, Tioman Island, 

info.coralreefholidays@gmail.com
Phone: 609-4191868


Samudra Swiss Cottage
Lot 520 Kampung Tekek
Tioman Island
Tel/Fax Malaysia: 09-419 16 42
Email: contact@samudra-swiss-cottage.com
http://www.samudra-swiss-cottage.com

Accommodation in Kampung Juara

Juara Mutiara Resort
Juara Village ,Tioman Island
Phone: 609-4193161/012-3158057
Fax: 609-4193163
E-Mail: shahrol@juaramutiararesort.com
http://www.juaramutiararesort.com

Beach Shack Chalet
Juara Mentawak Beach, Tioman
Phone: 012-6961093, 09-4193148
Email:izanhussain@yahoo.com
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Beach-Shack-Tioman/132907510064237


Getting to Tioman

Fly to Tioman
Berjaya Air has direct 40minute flights from Singapore (Seletar Airport) and Kuala Lumpur (Subang Airport) to the airport at Tekek Village on Tioman. http://www.berjaya-air.com
Ferry
From Mersing, the ferries (150 passengers) can take up to 3 hours. Tickets cost RM 35 each way and they leave every two to three hours between 07:30 and 18:00.
Getting to Mersing
Mersing lies on peninsular Malaysia’s east coast, around 3 hours’ drive north-east of Singapore. If you are relying on public transport, you may need to spend the night in Mersing in order to catch the early morning ferry or boat to the island. Book well in advance if your trip coincides with the weekend or Singaporean and Malaysian public and school holidays.
Take a bus
From Johor Bahru (Larkin Bus terminal) take the Causeway Link, Transnational or S&S Express bus to Mersing (2.5-3 hours; about RM 10 each way): An alternative is to take the local bus between Johor Bahru and Kota Tinggi and then transfer to the local bus between Kota Tinggi and Mersing.
From Singapore (Lavender St. Terminal) take the Transnational bus to Mersing (3 to 4 hours). Tickets cost around RM 12 (in Malaysia) / SGD 27 (in Singapore) each way.
From Kuala Lumpur take the Transnational bus to Mersing (5 hours). Tickets cost around RM 23.
From elsewhere in Malaysia: Transnational, S&S Internasional and other bus companies that serve destinations along the east coast (Kuala Terengganu, Kuantan, Kota Bahru etc.) mostly stop at Mersing as well. S&S Internasional also has a service from Melaka.
Take a taxi
From the Johor Bahru Larkin bus station, you can charter a taxi to Mersing. The cost is around RM 100 and the journey takes around 2 hours. To get to Larkin from Singapore, take a shared taxi from the Queen St. bus terminal (S$ 10 per person). You can also charter taxis from Tanjung Leman (1 hour, RM 70-100) and Kota Tinggi (1 hour, RM 70-100).
Drive
From Singapore cross the border to Johor Bahru and Malaysia at the Causeway and continue down Jalan Wong Ah Fook. Keep an eye open for the left-hand side exit and flyover to Kota Tinggi. Continue east on the Tebrau highway and follow the signs to Kota Tinggi. From Kota Tinggi, the way north to Mersing is clearly signposted on Route 3. The journey should take around 3 hours.
From Kuala Lumpur the most common option is via the PLUS highway (E2) to the south, exiting at Segamat and continuing east on Route 50 through Kluang to Mersing. Alternatively, take the East Coast Highway (E8) from KL to Kuantan and Route No 3 southwards through Pekan and Rompin to Mersing.

Getting to Kampung Juara

Kg. Juara can be reached by water taxi (boat), by 4 wheel drive (4WD) taxi or u can go for a jungle walk from Kampung Tekek. You can get to Kg Tekek by boat from Mersing Jetty or by Berjaya Air flight. During monsoon season, water taxis are not available, you can either take the 4WD taxi or walk. Walking will take approximately 2 hours while 4WD taxi journey will take about 35 minutes. You can take 4WD taxis from Kampung Tekek Jetty and Tioman airport.


For more information please visit Tioman Development Authority website.http://www.tioman.gov.my

Monday, January 23, 2012

Tioman Surfing Event 2012




Island Channel & Tioman Cabana proudly present Tioman Surfing Event 2012.

Host: TIOMAN BOARDRIDERS

 

Main Sponsor:

Tourism Malaysia

 

Co-sponsors:

Qbiq Edar

Juara Mutiara

Coral Reef

Tioman Dive Centre

Swiss Cottage

Sinar Tioman Enterprise

 

 

Event Itinerary

 

Date: 3rd-5th February 2012

Venue: Juara Beach, Tioman, Pahang

Divisions: Surf Open, Body-board Open

Entrance fee: RM 35.00

 

3rd February 2012 - Day 1

- Registration, Rules & Safety Briefing

- Beach Cleanup

- Free surf session

- Dinner & Opening ceremony

 

4th February 2012 - Day 2

- Surf Contest

- Surf Clinic for Visitors

- Free surf session

 

5th February 2012 - Day 3

- Surf Contest

- Surf Clinic for Visitors

- Free surf session

- Prize Giving Ceremony

- Dinner & Closing Ceremony

 

Please email to tiomanboardriders@gmail.com for details and registration

Friday, January 20, 2012

About

Tioman Boardriders is a Tioman local surf community aiming to promote surfing in Tioman as well as promoting Tioman as a monsoon season tourist destination. Surfing has become an increasingly popular sports especially among youth in Malaysia. Tioman locals has been surfing the local surf breaks for 10 years. Tioman is less known for surfing compared to diving or snorkeling. Tioman Boardriders is trying to encourage local surfing talent to compete.  




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