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Bangsar South City, No. 8, Jalan Kerinchi, 59200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. CONTENTS KUALA LUMPUR OVERVIEW MALAYSIA 2 OVERVIEW 4 6 8 BANGSAR SOUTH ABOUT CONNEXION CONFERENCE & EVENT CENTRE GETTING THERE 8 THE BALLROOM 10 THE FUNCTION ROOMS 12 THE AUDITORIUM 14 BANQUET HALL 16 THE GAZEBO 17 CATERING SERVICES 18 ACCOMMODATION 19 WHERE TO DINE 20 Bangsar South City, No. 8, Jalan Kerinchi, 59200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. EXTRAORDINARY EVENTS BEGIN WITH AN EXTRAORDINARY DESTINATION. Introducing Malaysia, a melting pot of the finest that Asia has to offer, strategically combined with global standards and an international outlook. our event is hosted in enchanting Malaysia, the gateway to all of Asia. Malaysia, Ya tropical paradise at the tip of South East Asia, offers visitors their first taste of Asia’s most dominant cultures. People of Malay, Chinese, Indian and indigenous heritage live together embracing a uniquely Malaysian lifestyle that celebrates differences. Malaysia is truly a land of contrasts. Its attractions range from scenic landscapes of lush rainforests and crystal blue oceans to quaint little villages featuring wooden huts on stilts, with its cityscapes consisting of smart skyscrapers and multiplexes that house global corporations, international retail brands and luxurious high rise homes. The Malaysian cuisine too has gained worldwide fame for its enticing tastes, flavours, textures and smells birthed by an eclectic mix of traditional Malay, Chinese and Indian gastronomical delights. Malaysia is easily one of the most travel friendly countries in the region. Global languages like English and Mandarin are widely spoken and extensive travel services are available at hand… 2 WEATHER As an equatorial country, Malaysia enjoys a tropical climate year round with temperatures fluctuating from 21ºC to 32ºC at sea level, while temperatures at higher elevations range from 15°C to 25°C . Annual rainfall varies from 2,000mm to 2,500mm. The wet season on the west of the peninsula (Apr-Oct) brings thunderstorms in the afternoons, but these are usually brief, and the odd downpour is a welcome way to reduce the humidity. The east coast however tends to have a heavier wet season and is best avoided during the rainy period (Nov-Feb). During these months, many of the beach resorts close, re-opening in March. CURRENCY Licensed Money changers are based in most shopping malls in cities and operate from 10.00am to 10.00pm throughout the week. Money changing services are also provided 24/7 at most hotels. HEALTH SERVICES In case of a medical emergency, public and private healthcare centres of international standards are located within easy reach. CREDIT CARDS All major credit cards are accepted in most hotels, restaurants and shopping malls. Cash advances against all major credit cards too can be made at most banks while cash withdrawals can be made on payments cards bearing the Cirrus, Plus and MAESTRO logos at Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) of banks throughout the country. TRANSPORTATION Malaysia is supported by a well-established infrastructure system consisting of a comprehensive network of expressways that facilitate smooth intra-city and inter- state road travel. Public transportation consist of taxis, express trains and light rail transit. Extensive air travel networks covering both domestic and international routes are also available. 3 AT THE HEART OF MALAYSIA LIES KUALA LUMPUR, A FAST-PACED YET FRIENDLY METROPOLIS FEATURING THE FINEST CULINARY, RETAIL AND ENTERTAINMENT OPTIONS. onnexion Conference & Event Centre (CCEC) is strategically located at the Cheart of Kuala Lumpur, a cosmopolitan Asian metropolis which aspires to be a world class city by 2020. Featuring infrastructure of international standards, Kuala Lumpur supports a demanding business and social lifestyle and plays a key role in the fast growing ASEAN region. Live, Work and Play is the mantra of most KLites as they balance the drive and ambition that come with living in a city as progressive as Kuala Lumpur. The city plays host to strong corporate and service sectors and complements its status as a leading city of business and commerce with equally vibrant recreational offerings. Shopping, dining and clubbing are just a few ways KLites choose to unwind. Kuala Lumpur’s many attractions draws thousands of tourists each year. Amongst her most frequently visited landmarks are: Petronas Twin Towers – These iconic towers of steel and glass bearing Islamic motifs stand majestically in Kuala Lumpur’s city centre. At a height of 451.9 metres, the linked 88-storey twin structure is regarded as Kuala Lumpur’s crown jewel. A skybridge at 170metres which symbolises a gateway to the future connects the two towers and provides a stunning vantage point of Kuala Lumpur. Merdeka Square is the historical site where Malaya’s independence from colonial rule was declared in 1957. It was at Merdeka Square that the Union Jack Flag was lowered and the Malayan flag was raised for the very first time. Today a flagpole bearing the flag of Malaysia stands tall on the square. Kuala Lumpur Bird Park is 20.9 acre public aviary located in the serene and scenic Lake Gardens. It is the world’s largest Free- flight, Walk-in aviary. It is the home to more than 3,000 birds of approximately 200 species of local and foreign birds. Based on its free-flight concept, birds are let free in the aviary which closely resembles their natural habitat and are able to breed naturally in this unique environment. Bintang Walk is regarded as Kuala Lumpur’s trendiest shopping and entertainment district. It covers Jalan Bukit Bintang and its surrounding areas and features stretches of shopping centres, five- star hotels, restaurants and clubs. Viewed as the fashion capital of the country, Bintang Walk features upscale malls carrying international fashion brands. The nightlife at Bintang Walk is also legendary amongst locals, particularly around the Changkat Bukit Bintang area where there is a concentration of exciting nightspots. Aquaria KLCC is an oceanarium that showcases over 5,000 fish and other types of marine life from Malaysia and different parts of the world. It is located in the Kuala Lumpur City Centre area. Visitors to KLCC are taken on an aquatic journey that charts the flow of natural waters from the highlands to rivers and deep seas and also get to enjoy spectacular views of divers feeding sharks. 5 SAY HELLO TO BANGSAR SOUTH, MALAYSIA’S ULTIMATE INTEGRATED DESTINATION FOR WORK AND PLAY angsar South was conceived as a place where business, social and Bentertainment needs coexist in perfect harmony. Located at the true beating heart of the Klang Valley, within easy reach of Kuala Lumpur, Petaling Jaya and Damansara, this award-winning integrated development offers travellers an unparalleled range of gastronomical, retail and accommodation options to choose from. World Class Accommodation Two hotels and service residences call Bangsar South home, each offering the modern amenities and services demanded by today’s business traveller. The newest of these developments, the 432 room VE Hotel and Residences, features a 24 hour gym and an infinity pool. Capri by Fraser, on the other hand, is a luxury serviced apartment designed to combine the opulence of a hotel stay with the familiar comforts of home. 6 Fantastic F&B A truly staggering range of food and beverage options reflect Bangsar South’s international appeal. At Nexus lifestyle hub, travellers will find gastronomy abound from traditional Thai to contemporary Japanese, while various alfresco outlets are scattered throughout the vicinity of the neighbourhood. A Living, Breathing Community Even if you never leave Bangsar South during your time in Malaysia, you will have every facility to fulfil your every need. Exciting retail outlets dot the development, surrounded by the award-winning 6-acre Central Park, while Bangsar South even features a full service medical centre in the form of Life Care Diagnostic Centre. Regular shuttle buses connect the many parts of Bangsar South, making transport a breeze. A Hub For Business Some of Malaysia’s most progressive and fastest-moving companies call Bangsar South home. Thanks to a collaboration with the Malaysian Digital Economy Corporation (MDeC), dedicated office blocks and units are set aside for MSC Malaysia status companies, a mark given to companies who use ICT to attain world class standards. Aside from two purpose-built office developments - The Horizon and The Vertical - Bangsar South is also home to The Hive, a business incubator that also provides hot desking, virtual office and meeting and conferencing facilities. 7 CONNEXION CONFERENCE & EVENT CENTRE (CCEC) A Name That Spells Connectivity At The Heart Of It All Bangsar South sits strategically at the intersection of Petaling Jaya and Kuala Lumpur, straddling the active neighbourhoods of Bangsar, Bukit Damansara and Midvalley. The area is only 10-minutes away from KL Sentral, Malaysia’s main transit hub. In addition to serving taxi and bus lines, KL Sentral provides a direct link via an integrated rail system to Kuala Lumpur’s main urban and suburban areas, the Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Putrajaya (the Federal Government Administrative Centre). Bangsar South is also easily accessible via major expressways including the New Pantai Expressway (NPE), the Federal Highway and the Kerinchi Link, also boasting excellent LRT, bus and taxi connections to the rest of the Klang Valley. Getting Here From KLIA (Kuala Lumpur International Airport) The fastest way to Bangsar South from KLIA is via the KLIA Ekspres, a dedicated rail service that journeys from the airport to KL Sentral in just 28 minutes. Thereafter, a 10 minute ride on the LRT (light rail transport system) will take you to Kerinchi, which is connected via covered footbridge to Bangsar South. Alternately, bus and taxi services are available at KLIA and take approximately one hour to reach Bangsar South.