Remember the true Raya is a safe Raya! Have fun stuffing your face with food (I know I will!)
Monday, August 20, 2012
Eid Mubarak!
Eid Mubarak to all Muslims!
Remember the true Raya is a safe Raya! Have fun stuffing your face with food (I know I will!)
Remember the true Raya is a safe Raya! Have fun stuffing your face with food (I know I will!)
Ku Lambai Cahaya
Hilang dari pandangan zahir,
Di hatiku tetap kau hadir,
Suram naluriku menggamit syahdu,
Oh entahkan bila terubat nanti.
Nurkasih yang bersinar,
Tak mungkin pudar,
Biar seketika,
Rupanya tuhan lebih menyayangi,
Menjemputmu kembali.
Seharum wangian kasturi,
Doa dan rinduku hanya untukmu sayang,
Nun jauh di taman Firdausi,
Bahgia kau di singgahsana,
Ku redha kau pergi membawa cahaya.
~Izwan Pilus
Me : Wan, i suka lagu "Ku lambai cahaya" dalam album u tu.
Wan : Tu lagu orang mati!
Susah nak kumpulkan tenaga untuk dengar lagu ni. Bak kata lirik lagu ni, hilang dari pandangan zahir, dihati tetap kau hadir. Suram naluri menggamit syahdu entah bila akan terubat.
I miss you my friend. Al-Fatihah.
Friday, August 10, 2012
Heartwarming Short Film :: Petronas Hari Raya 2012
Hari Raya is never complete without the latest Petronas Aidilifitri commercial, a tradition created by the late Yasmin Ahmad.
This year, they went all out and produced a short film.
Check it out:
This year, they went all out and produced a short film.
Check it out:
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Painful Dreams
After reading few articles about the crazy demanding training (especially China's Olympic factory), I am extremely amazed by the price athletes have to pay for the medals.
It was reported that in China, children as young as six are handpicked to be the next generation of Chinese medal winners. They went to state-run schools where they get minimal education, but their core focus is on extreme training. They train every single day, for years! They all have the same goal; to become a world champion, to win honor for the country.
One story is incredibly mind-boggling. Wu Minxia, a Chinese diving athlete won gold in the 3-meter synchronized springboard, becoming the first diver ever to win golds at three consecutive games. After her victory celebrations, her parents informed her of family secrets which has been kept away from her.
She was told that her grandparents had died a year ago, and her mother was diagnosed with cancer eight years ago! All were kept away from her due to the strict athletics program, which separates children from their families and controls every aspect of their lives.
To the rest of athletes, I'm sure they have a different form of sacrifice which are equally painful. Monetary investment can be staggering with coaches fees, training facilities and travelling.
I honestly wonder if it's worth the sacrifice.
But then, I was very moved by athletes tearing up during the victory ceremonies.
From their faces, you could almost see the years of tireless training, energy & time invested. It was the most awaited "dream" where they are finally celebrated and at the same time allow their home country to be united. The highlight of the ceremony is of course when the national anthem is played and the national flag raised.
Maybe its worth it. Nothing comes easy in life. You have to move your ass to reach the top. The harder you work, the faster you reach your destination. And if you fail, your only option is to work harder, and try again.
It was reported that in China, children as young as six are handpicked to be the next generation of Chinese medal winners. They went to state-run schools where they get minimal education, but their core focus is on extreme training. They train every single day, for years! They all have the same goal; to become a world champion, to win honor for the country.
One story is incredibly mind-boggling. Wu Minxia, a Chinese diving athlete won gold in the 3-meter synchronized springboard, becoming the first diver ever to win golds at three consecutive games. After her victory celebrations, her parents informed her of family secrets which has been kept away from her.
She was told that her grandparents had died a year ago, and her mother was diagnosed with cancer eight years ago! All were kept away from her due to the strict athletics program, which separates children from their families and controls every aspect of their lives.
To the rest of athletes, I'm sure they have a different form of sacrifice which are equally painful. Monetary investment can be staggering with coaches fees, training facilities and travelling.
I honestly wonder if it's worth the sacrifice.
But then, I was very moved by athletes tearing up during the victory ceremonies.
From their faces, you could almost see the years of tireless training, energy & time invested. It was the most awaited "dream" where they are finally celebrated and at the same time allow their home country to be united. The highlight of the ceremony is of course when the national anthem is played and the national flag raised.
Maybe its worth it. Nothing comes easy in life. You have to move your ass to reach the top. The harder you work, the faster you reach your destination. And if you fail, your only option is to work harder, and try again.
Aseanita
Meet Aseanita, a cute young fictional character of Asean heritage and she speaks for all of us who calls the Asean region home.
She is on a quest to build a community who are proud to call Asean their home. She is also very generous, (she has been giving out FREE flights daily in conjunction with the 45th ASEAN Day!)
Join her in a remarkable journey exploring the best of Asean and play your part by spreading the word too!
Find her on Facebook (http://facebook.com/Aseanita) or on Twitter (@Aseanita).
She is on a quest to build a community who are proud to call Asean their home. She is also very generous, (she has been giving out FREE flights daily in conjunction with the 45th ASEAN Day!)
Join her in a remarkable journey exploring the best of Asean and play your part by spreading the word too!
Find her on Facebook (http://facebook.com/Aseanita) or on Twitter (@Aseanita).
Fly to Asean destinations from as low as RM29!
The good news keep coming!
To mark the launch of AirAsia asean and to help celebrate the 45th ASEAN Day, AirAsia is offering all-in fares from as low as RM29 one-way to all the 55 destinations in Asean that AirAsia flies to. The promotional fares are available for booking from today to 12 August 2012 at www.airasia.com and are valid for flights from 1 November 2012 to 31 January 2013.
Hotel deals of up to 50% in discount are also available at www.AirAsiaGo.com for the same booking and travel period.
To mark the launch of AirAsia asean and to help celebrate the 45th ASEAN Day, AirAsia is offering all-in fares from as low as RM29 one-way to all the 55 destinations in Asean that AirAsia flies to. The promotional fares are available for booking from today to 12 August 2012 at www.airasia.com and are valid for flights from 1 November 2012 to 31 January 2013.
Hotel deals of up to 50% in discount are also available at www.AirAsiaGo.com for the same booking and travel period.
AirAsia's nerve centre officially launched!
AirAsia asean, the regional base of the world’s best low-cost airline, was officially launched in Jakarta today.
The launch reaffirms AirAsia’s commitment to the Asean region, which it considers home, and coincides with the eve of the 45th anniversary of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
AirAsia asean was set up as part of the regional expansion strategy of the group, which now includes six airlines, five of which are anchored in Asean: AirAsia Malaysia, AirAsia Thailand, AirAsia Indonesia, AirAsia Philippines and AirAsia Japan, and AirAsia X.
The press conference was attended by more than 100 media from all over asean countries. Tony Fernandes, Group CEO of AirAsia said "The establishment of the AirAsia asean office in Jakarta as our regional base is to help to more fully deliver on our pledge – Now everyone can fly – to all the people of Asean and beyond.
The launch reaffirms AirAsia’s commitment to the Asean region, which it considers home, and coincides with the eve of the 45th anniversary of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
AirAsia asean was set up as part of the regional expansion strategy of the group, which now includes six airlines, five of which are anchored in Asean: AirAsia Malaysia, AirAsia Thailand, AirAsia Indonesia, AirAsia Philippines and AirAsia Japan, and AirAsia X.
The press conference was attended by more than 100 media from all over asean countries. Tony Fernandes, Group CEO of AirAsia said "The establishment of the AirAsia asean office in Jakarta as our regional base is to help to more fully deliver on our pledge – Now everyone can fly – to all the people of Asean and beyond.
Friday, August 3, 2012
AirAsia Japan Took Off!
It was an exciting day for AirAsia Allstars as AirAsia Japan paints Japan skies RED with its inaugural flights to Fukuoka and Sapporo on August 1st!
The inaugural flight to Fukuoka (JW8541) took off at 0700hrs (sharp) local time, where the dream has taken off with an almost full flight!
It was truly a dream come true for all of us at AirAsia! Check out some of the photos taken from the press conference held in Narita Airport!
The inaugural flight to Fukuoka (JW8541) took off at 0700hrs (sharp) local time, where the dream has taken off with an almost full flight!
It was truly a dream come true for all of us at AirAsia! Check out some of the photos taken from the press conference held in Narita Airport!
Travel3sixty :: The Japanese Connection
As AirAsia Japan celebrates it's inaugural flights to Sapporo & Fukuoka this month, lets say “Konnichiwa” to Travel 3Sixty’s August issue that highlights AirAsia Japan’s awesome new destinations!
This month, the in-flight magazine brings you Japanese icons, top landmarks, inspiring traditions and inventive J-pop culture that make the Land of the Rising Sun high on any must-visit list :-)
You may also download the e-magazine for FREE now at http://www.airasia.com/travel3sixty/downloads
Quick, tell your friends and share this awesome news!
This month, the in-flight magazine brings you Japanese icons, top landmarks, inspiring traditions and inventive J-pop culture that make the Land of the Rising Sun high on any must-visit list :-)
You may also download the e-magazine for FREE now at http://www.airasia.com/travel3sixty/downloads
Quick, tell your friends and share this awesome news!
AirAsia Iftar
Ramadhan is a time of joy, a time of reunion, a time of gratefulness and a time of reflection. It is also a time of sharing with those around us; irregardless of their age, race or beliefs.
Carrying a spirit of care and share, AirAsia & AirAsia X hosted a special Iftar session with old folks & media friends.
It was a splendid evening with good food, great company, celebrating the charitable spirit of this month!
Carrying a spirit of care and share, AirAsia & AirAsia X hosted a special Iftar session with old folks & media friends.
It was a splendid evening with good food, great company, celebrating the charitable spirit of this month!
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