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Tuesday, April 15, 2014

Top 25 Experiences #2: Shop till you drop – BBKLCC, Kuala Lumpur



And there come the #2 pick by Tourism Malaysia for 25 top experiences.

BUKIT BINTANG - KLCC

shoppers' heaven..... thats what i heard about it... there are nature trails. And there are SHOPPING TRAILS.  From Bukit Bintang to KLCC, there are NINE signature malls which provide the perfect backdrop to shopping ambitions of any size.

Features as the world's fourth best shopping city in CNNGo, Kuala Lumpur is indeed shopper's paradise.

picture: a snapshot from edition.cnn.com here

The BBKLCC strecth from Bukit Bintang to Kuala Lumpur City Centre in particular will leave you spoilt for choice with it abundant fashion, food and entertainment option. the shopping district is also well connected via a covered pedesterian walkway and an efficient network of public transportation.

Let have a peek of the NINE signature malls...

PAVILLION kUALA LUMPUR



At the heart of the trendy Bukit Bintang district lies the perfect reason to indulge in fashion, food and urban leisure. Experience the excitement of this 1.37 million sq ft retail haven with 450 outlets offering the finest fashion and home furnishings to entertainment and culinary delights. Let the endless appeal of Malaysia's premier shopping destination awaken your senses the moment you arrive at its doorstep.
Witness the Pavilion Crystal Fountain, a new national landmark. It is the tallest Liuli crystal fountain in Malaysia, endorsed by The Malaysia Book of Records. Another first in Malaysia is Pavilion KL's six distinguished shopping precincts and a row of street-front duplexes housing flagship boutiques from the world over.


FAHRENHEIT88



The latest shopping spot in Bukit Bintang.
Embrace a new shopping experience at fahrenheit88, Kuala Lumpur’s latest vibrant and iconic shopping destination for young urbanites. Set to be the new pulse of the city, fahrenheit88 is the epitome of youth culture with over 250 retail stores. Anchored by the first Uniqlo flagship store in Malaysia, F&B hot spots and entertainment outlets spanning over seven levels of shopping space. The pursuit of hottest discoveries begins right here.

SURIA KLCC



Suria KLCC is Malaysia's premier shopping destination located at Kuala Lumpur's most prestigious commercial address, the Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC). It offers an array of goods and services to please and pamper the needs of shoppers; from fashion, entertainment, arts  and culture to local delicacies and international gourmet cuisine.
Set in the heart of Kuala Lumpur's Golden Triangle, Suria KLCC is surrounded by hotels, office buildings, a scenic park and dancing fountains, promising hours of leisurely pleasure. From whichever entrance you take, the excitement hits you the minute you step into the sensational splendour and diversity of the centre.

STARHILL GALLERY



A pioneer in international luxury in Kuala Lumpur, Starhill Gallery is listed as one of Asia's 'most beautiful shopping malls'. 
Starhill Gallery is immediately recognisable with its distinctive façade of avant-garde architecture, masterminded by a world-renowned architect and an international team of designers. Constructed using lightweight steel and state-of-the-art technology, it features sleek, angular stone and glass panels of glimmering liquid-like effect. 
In Kuala Lumpur, Starhill Gallery delivers 'A Gallery of Rich Experiences'. Seven luxurious floors offer quality, privacy and exclusivity crafted for those who seek experiences out of the ordinary. International icons of luxury and the world's premier retailers are here, including some of the world's rarely seen standalone luxury watch boutiques. 
Starhill Gallery integrates two world class hotels and The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur into a seamlessly sophisticated environment that is designed to provide a myriad of different dining, leisure and lifestyle experiences. 
Food, fashion, living, beauty and art - Starhill Gallery is Kuala Lumpur's ultimate statement of style.


SUNGEI WANG PLAZA



Internationally known as 'The River Of Gold', Sungei Wang Plaza exudes charm and popularity both among tourists and the locals. Strategically located amidst high rises of the Golden Triangle, Sungei Wang Plaza offers visitors more than 800 retail outlets in one shopping haven complete with ample parking spaces, functional facilities and accessible public transportation.
Incorporated in Malaysia on 16th May 1972 with an authorised share capital of RM15 million, Sungei Wang Plaza opened for business in 1977. Its 1.2 million square footage consists of seven shopping levels and three split-level basement parking spaces. The Plaza continually receives an average of two million visitors on a monthly basis.
The core venture of Sungei Wang Plaza revolves around the ownership and leasing of commercial spaces at the Plaza. In view of the comfort of clients and visitors, USD 10 million was invested into the renovation and refurbishment of the retail floors in 1992. In addition to better facilities and comfort, the Plaza has evolved tremendously with the latest concepts to enhance its presence. The IT@SungeiWang was established to provide the latest IT solutions through reliable and warm customer services, alongside guaranteed quality products. Creation by Malaysian Designers and Hong Kong Station @ 6th Floor became an instantaneous hit and a must-visit destination and continued to create headlines.
The past 30 years recorded a colourful history of success and distinguished awards for Sungei Wang Plaza. Even though surrounded by competitors, the road ahead is undeniably bright and undefeated.


PLAZA LOW YAT



Plaza Low Yat first entered the shopping scene in 1999 and within a short time frame gained strong prominence as the country's premier IT lifestyle shopping mall. Situated right in the centre of Bukit Bintang's shopping belt, with over 500 retail outlets operating within seven themed retail floors. Plaza Low Yat is a complete and indulging one stop destination to fulfil all your digital needs at exceptional value! 

BB PLAZA



Bukit Bintang Plaza, better known as BB Plaza, is an establishment which is economic with its space. Walkways are narrow and shops sit shoulder to shoulder. The upside to all this is the sheer variety of stores available and the bargains that abound.

LOT 10



Lot 10 is situated within central Kuala Lumpur’s hottest new shopping and entertainment district, Bintang Walk, which features Kuala Lumpur’s very own 'Shibuya Crossing', with 12 million visitors per year.
Club wear, art books, the latest track and every watch under the sun can be found at Lot 10. Not to mention all the must-haves at the one and only Designers at National Geographic Store in Malaysia. Lot 10 is the conspicuous green giant with a 'Forest in the City', offering the city’s first rooftop brasserie at Teeq and Rootz dance club.
If Starhill Gallery is the big daddy of designer cool, Lot 10 is the groovy godson. Lot 10 is a favourite with tourists and upmarket shoppers.
You will thoroughly enjoy yourself with never-ending shopping. Other facilities provided include: Shopping Concierge, Professional Dry-Cleaning and Laundry Service, ECO Transit KLIA Shuttle Service, Baggage/Parcel Storage, Postcards, Stamps and Photocopying Facilities.



AND FINALLY......


BERJAYA TIMES SQUARE



Acknowledged as ‘Malaysia’s largest building ever built in a single phase’ with a gross build-up area of 7.5 million square feet, Berjaya Times Square offers unparalleled shopping, abundant dining choices as well as a variety of lifestyle entertainment, right in the heart of Kuala Lumpur city. It houses the Berjaya Times Square Theme Park – Malaysia’s largest indoor theme park which showcases 14 major rides, the exclusive Haunted Journey, the all new 5D Orion Simulator, Carnival Games Kiosks and other fun-tastic attractions; an IT Centre catering to all modern digital lifestyle needs; the largest 3D digital hall – GSC Maxx; one of the biggest bowling centers in the country – Ampang Superbowl and Malaysia’s First Motion Sensor Grand Musical Stairs. It is also home to themed retail districts 1st Avenue, Central Park and Tiny Taipei.

Berjaya Times Square is easily accessible via public transportation with the convenience of the KL Monorail stopping right at its doorstep and the RapidKL a mere 5 minutes’ walk away.

No wonder. Shop Till You Drop.!!!
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the shopping season soon in June, July & August. Kindly contact the number on the picture for more info or visit their website at www.klfestival.org.my

5 comments:

  1. i think one of the most needed info is the direction on how to get to these places via public transport. as an added value, parking rates as well as the public transport fare would help many to plan their trip to check out Bukit Bintang-KLCC.

    an illustrated map would be a bonus :D

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    1. Great idea.. inshaAllah will work on it. Tq. ;)

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  2. Grab your shopping bags in July for Malaysia’s Mega Sale Carnival that runs from June 14th to September 1st! Also, meet some of Malaysia’s talented artists and purchase their artworks at the Malaysia Contemporary Art Tourism Festival, which begins in July and lasts through September. July is also the Ramadan month observed by Muslims by way of fasting from dawn to dusk. Visit the Bazar Ramadan stalls and be amazed by the array of food prepared for the breaking of the fast each evening.....have a lot of exciting journey in Bukit Bintang. Kuala Lumpur.

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  3. The Government introduced Go - KL City Bus in last 2 years ago (20120, a FREE bus service which is welcome news for both visitors and residents of Kuala Lumpur from KLCC to Bukit Bintang and other places.

    Comfortable, air-conditioned, pink coloured single-decker buses now cruise two circular routes covering many of the main sight-seeing attractions in the heart of the city.

    The buses, which are disabled-friendly, run at 5 minute intervals at peak periods and every 15 minutes at other times.

    They operate from 6am until 11pm.

    There are two routes; Green Route and Purple Route, each around 7km in length.

    I have plotted the routes onto this Google map so that you can get your bearings. The routes overlap at 5 bus stops where passengers can switch from one route to the other if needed.

    https://maps.google.com.my/maps/ms?msa=0&msid=216672287334634973155.0004cb219289827786033&ie=UTF8&t=m&ll=3.151529,101.706748&spn=0.020568,0.027466&z=15&source=embed

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    1. Tq for the info... appreciate it very much. :)

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