New premium economic hotel

ACCOR, the leading international hotel operator in Asia-Pacific, is ramping up its presence in Kuala Lumpur with the debut of its premium economy brand – ibis Styles, Accor’s non-standardised economy and design brand.

It caters to both business and leisure travellers seeking great value and an all-inclusive accommodation, which is packaged with breakfast and internet access.

The new ibis Styles hotel in Kuala Lumpur – the ibis Styles Kuala Lumpur Fraser Business Park – will open its doors to hotel guests on Oct 25.

http://www.thesundaily.my/news/517302

Melaka Sentral to LCCT/KLIA & vice versa

Venice row: Cruise ships 'dwarf' historic city

At one moment the scene is everything you expect of Venice; medieval churches, domes and bell towers, and water sparkling in the canal in front of you. But quite suddenly, this picture can be dramatically and controversially transformed.

A colossal, gleaming white cruise ship hoves into view.

Way up high on its rails, some of its thousands of passengers look down on the palaces and piazzas.

As it passes slowly down the canal, this very modern, floating resort completely dominates the scene, dwarfing the ancient city.

Full story at:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-19415485

Quakes kill at least 64 in mountainous SW China

http://news.yahoo.com/quakes-kill-least-64-mountainous-sw-china-135611731.html

Indonesia-Earthquake S Java

http://www.theedgemalaysia.com/political-news/219674-strong-earthquake-of-65-on-rs-hits-south-java.html

Top 5 Olympic Closing Ceremony Traditions

The Olympic Closing Ceremony celebrates the games, the athletes, the host country, and the handover to the next host country. Olympic traditions during the Closing Ceremony honor the Games' past Greek heritage, the present host's culture, and the future Games.

Here are the significant traditions to watch for:

Full story at:

http://sports.yahoo.com/news/top-5-olympic-closing-ceremony-traditions-163000748--oly.html

London 2012 Olympics close with spectacular ceremony

The London 2012 Olympics have ended with a spectacular musical closing ceremony and the official handover to the next host city, Rio de Janeiro.

The packed show featured some of the biggest names of British pop from decades past, including the Spice Girls, George Michael and Elbow.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-19236754