Tuesday, August 31, 2010

TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE (TIC)

The BSB Tourist Information Centre is located outside the Airport Arrival Hall.  A new Tourist Information Centre is now open at Kampong Ayer Cultural Tourism Gallery (KACTG). 



SHOPPING IN BRUNEI
WHERE TO GO....WHAT TO BUY....


Shopping in Brunei Darussalam is fantastic value for the money because it is a tax free country.  If you are trendy shopper, Brunei has a number of malls and shopping complexes such as The Mall Gadong, Yayasan Shopping Complex, and many more.



The Mall Gadong, from http://www.arhbrunei.con/themall/images/themall_2004.jpg

The Mall Gadong is a bold futuristic complex that will set the standards of Brunei Darussalam's retail industry.  Combining a host of amenities, the complex comprises of the Mall, international hotel, cenvention or meeting areas.  The perfect blend of commercial, residential and leisure elements is achieved through the developer's meticulous attention to detail and no expense has been spared to make The Mall Gadong, the latest statement in functionality and sophistication.


Yayasan Shopping Complex,  http://molon.de/galleries//Brunei/Town/images01


The Yayasan complex is a project of His Majesty to generate revenue for a foundation dedicated to the welfare of the Bruneian people.
This shopping complex was openedin July 1996, and features designer-goods boutiques, depatment store shopping, and fine-dining venues.

HEALTH & FITNESS



Jerudong Park Medical Centre is a Private Specialist Hospital in Brunei Darussalam.  It is situated within the famous Jerudong Park area which also boast he Royal Polo Club and stables, a golf club and exciting theme park and playground.  The centre is located on the shores of the South China Sea with patient rooms facing an expanse of beautiful, private beach.


 http://brunei/fm/news/wp-conents/uploads/2009/04/jpmc2.jpg


TRAVEL AND TRANSPORT


 Brunei town is generally smal, so getting around is easy once you get to the town centres.  Soak in the tropical sun, stroll through local neighbourhood areas and discover some gems that locals rave about.  And when the walking has taken the tol, there are numerousoptions of public transport available. 


Buses
There are six bus routes servicing the BSB area: the Central Line, Circle Line, Eastern Line, Southern Line, Western Line and Northern Line.  They usually operate from 6.30am-6.00pm.  Bus fares start from B$1.OO.  Buses heading to other towns in Brunei like Tutong, Kuala Belait and Seria depart from the bus terminal located at the multi-storey carpark on Jalan Cator in BSB.

Taxis
There are not many taxis around but metered taxis are available from most hotels, shopping centres and the airport.

Water Taxis
Unique to Brunei, the water taxis are the most comon means of transpotation at Kampong Ayer.  You can hail for a water taxi from the numerous jetties along the banks of Brunei River.  The water taxi is an ideal way to view the Kampong Ayer up-close.  Fares are negotiable but usually a standard ride costs about B$1.00.  Regular boat services to Temburong operate between 7.45am to 4.00pm, and a round trip fare costs B$15.00.

Ferry Services
Passenger ferry services to he Malaysian town of Labuan, operates between 7.30a to 4.00pm and departs from the Serasa Terminal in Muara Town.  The journey takes between 45 minutes to an hour. 

BEAUTY AND THERAPY

Zen Spa Healthcare
One of the newer spas in town, with the well thought of spaces and clearly marked male-female treatment rooms.  The convenience of the shower built within each treatment rooms.  Open daily from 10.00am until 10.00pm. 



AMANHA SPA
An oasis where you can remove youself from the daily stress that effects us all, while gaining relief from the ache of a tired body and from the anxieties of an overworked mind, through the proven benefits of massages and spa treatments.

 


SPECIAL OCASSION

  1. New Year's Day
  2. Maal Hijriah (Islamic New Year)
  3. Chinese New Year
  4. National Day
  5. Maulud Nabi (Birth of Prophet)
  6. Anniversary of Royal Brunei Malay Regiment
  7. His Majesty's Birthday
  8. Israk Mikraj (Ascension of the Prophet)
  9. Start of Ramadhan
  10. Anniversary of the Revelation of the Quran
  11. Hari Raya Aidilfitri (End of Ramadhan)
  12. Hari Raya Aidiladha (Feast of the Sacrifice)
  13. Christmas Day
 ENTERTAINMENT

Jerudong Park and Playground
The playground, The Diamond Arch, The Musical Fountain, Food Court and of course, rides for the kiddos - make this is fun place to spend an enjoyable evening with the family and friends.  Open 4.00pm - 10.30pm - Wednesday, Thursday, Frida and Sunday ; 4.00pm-1.30am - Saturday.

http://www.bruneibay.net/the_royal_experience/index.html