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How to get to Kuala Lumpur - “KL”

Is a budget flight & has started operations from South India, Dec 2008 from (Tiruchirapalli-Kuala Lumpur-Tiruchirapalli), Frequency: 1 flight per day, Aircraft Type: Airbus A320, Aircraft Full Capacity: 180, Flight Timing: TRZ-KUL (0925-1540hrs), KUL-TRZ (0740-0855). Lowest Fare (round trip, including taxes): INR 7,000/- per person, Highest Fare (round trip, including taxes): INR 27,000/- per person, the mentioned fare is only a guideline & may be revised from time to time. It is advisable for you to book early in order to enjoy the cheapest fare.

Advantage for Chennai & Banglore Hashers:
Book online now at the earliest so that youget the cheapest fare & you can pay the registration before end of May.

Train Details to Tiruchirapalli:
Chennai:
Rock Fort /6177 Egmore Dept. :10.30p.m. Tiruchirapalli Arr.:05.25a.m.
Gurvayur Express /6128 Tiruchirapalli Dept.:13.55p.m. Egmore Arr. :20.55p.m.
Bangalore:
BangaloreExpress /6232 Bangalore Dept. :07.00p.m. Tiruchirapalli Arr. :04.30a.m.
Bangalore Express /6231 Tiruchirapalli Dept.:20.25p.m. Bangalore City Arr.:06.30a.m.

- connect from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Australia, Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Laos, Macau, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, United Kingdom & Vietnam. Check out the website: www.airasia.com

Overseas Hashers who will be flying with Air Asia can also take the advantage of booking now to get the best fare!!

LCC Terminal Airport-KL:-
The Low Cost Carrier Terminal is specifically built at KL International Airport to cater to the growing passengers of the Low Cost Airlines, especially the passengers of Air Asia & Cebu Pacific. It is located 20km away from the KLIA (Kuala Lumpur International Airport) Main Terminal Building (MTB). Shutter bus connects LCCT to KLIA main building.
LCC Terminal to KL Sentral:
Skyline (a/c bus) are available every 15 minutes just outside the terminal - one way is RM9/-. At KL Central station, you can take a taxi to your destination from the prepaid taxi counter-budget prepaid!!

Kuala Lumpur International Airport or KLIA
Kuala Lumpur has the most modern, state-of-the-art, futuristic airport in the world, called KLIA & host many airlines from Europe, all parts of Asia & the USA.

From KLIA to KL Sentral (KL City)-
KLIA Express Rail Link is designed with air travelers needs in mind. The non-stop journey between KLIA and KL Sentral Station (KL City)takes only 28 minutes. (Taxi takes 1hr from KLIA to reach KL city) KLIA Ekspres departs from both terminals every 15 minutes, on the hour and every quarter of an hour, seven days a week. KLIA Ekspres air-conditioned carriages are equipped with comfortable contoured seats, a washroom, overhead racks for light luggage and tiered racks for large luggage. At the KL Sentral station, there is a taxi counter-budget prepaid, where you can hire a taxi.

Visa Requirement
All visitors to Malaysia must possess a valid Passport or internationally recognized Travel Document valid for travel to Malaysia. The documents shall be valid, for more than six (6) months from the date of entry into Malaysia. Most nationalities do not require visas for social or business visits. For further information, please contact the nearest Malaysian diplomatic mission or Tourism Malaysia office. Alternatively visit the Malaysian Immigration Department's website www.imi.gov.my.
Chennai Hashers -you can getyour visa done-15 days before your departure- (If you need help on your visa call me at 9840866083)

Where we stay:-
Pearl International Hotel-K L: This is a 4-star Hotel & has 563 rooms which are big & spacious. It's located between Kuala Lumpur & the suburbs. Website: www.pearl.com.my
Afamosa Resort-Melaka. The resort is surrounded by rolling hills & lush countryside & is rated one of the regional foremost leisure & holiday destinations. The resort is about 2 hrs drive by bus from KL.
Website: www.afamosa.com

Where is Kuala Lumpur?
Kuala Lumpur or just "K L" as its fondly called, is the capital of Malaysia. Malaysia is situated in South East Asia, just south of Thailand, north of Singapore and next to Indonesia. Its indigenous people are Malays who are the people of South East Asia. The rest are Chinese, Indians & other are indigenous races such as Dayakas & Kadazans.Its a very much a cosmopolitan country.

Climate:
Tropical climate with warm weather all year round. Temperatures range from 21C to 32C. Annual rainfall varies from 2,000mm to 2,5000mm.

Language Spoken In KL?
Bahasa Melayu(Malay) isthe national language but English is widely spoken. The ethnic groups speak various language and dialects.

Religion:
Islam is the official religion but all others religions are practiced freely.

Local Cuisine:
The unique & authentic cooking styles & flavor of Malay, Chinese & Indian cuisine is an experience to be enjoyed when in KL. Dinning or eating out is easy and fun. Hashers can dine at 5-star hotels, food courts; hawker centers & even road side stall (tasty, clean & cheap).

Currency
The monetary unit is the Ringgit Malaysian (RM). One Ringgit Malaysia (RM) is equivalent to 100 sen in coins. (USD$ 1 = RM 3.6 approx) (Rupee13 = RM1 approx). Foreign currencies can be converted at banks, moneychangers and most hotels

What to Wear & Bring
Light casual clothing, (Black & White-for those attending the Homecoming Ball),running shoes, mosquito repellent, camera, and of course your Hash Spirit!!!