HOTEL MEMORIES (CHINA)

1 AUGUST 2001 : HUILONG HOTEL, CHENGDE, CHINA

Often referred to as Huilong Dasha Hotel in Chengde, China. The hotel is a well-known landmark in Chengde, due to its proximity to the city's main transport hub and its historical status as one of the earlier multi-functional high-rise hotels in the area. Situate at No. 1, Xinjuzhai North, Chezhan Road, in the Shuangqiao District, just 5-10 minute walk from the Chengde Railway Station. 

I stayed at this hotel during the IEM staff trip to China in 2001. The hotel serves as a base for tourists visiting Chengde's UNESCO World Heritage sites such as Chengde Mountain Resort, Putuozongsheng Temple, Puning Temple etc. 

31 JULY 2001: BEIJING TAIWAN HOTEL, BEIJING (北京台湾饭店)

The Hotel is famous for its distinctive twin Chinese Pagoda Towers on the roof. This "Sino-modern" style was very popular for prestigous buildings during the 1980's and 1990's. The Hotel was located at Jinyu Hutong. 

We stayed at this hotel during the IEM Staff Trip to China in 2001. 

27 JULY 2001: BEIJING LANDMARK TOWER, BEIJING

Beijing Landmark Towers (北京亮马河大厦) is still well-known fixture in the Chaoyang  District today. Opening in 1990, the hotel was a popular choice for business travelers dutie to its proximity to the China International Exhibition Center and various embassies. 

We stayed at this hotel during IEM Staff visit in 2001. 

24.12.2003: XIN KAI FU HOTEL, SHANGHAI

Located at 888, Sichuan Bei Road, Shanghai, China, originally opened in 1996, it was a 27-story building with 276 rooms. It was a prominent fixture in the Hongkou District, known for its proximity to the Bund and the Shopping district of North Sichuan Road. 

We stayed at this hotel during IEM Staff visit in 2003 to Shanghai, Hangzhou and Suzhou. 

Latest information on website, this hotel is no longe operating under the name in 2025. It is now known as Hitime Internation Tower. 

22.12.2003: JIAN FENG HOTEL, HANGZHOU, CHINA

Also known as Xin Yu Jian Feng Hotel is located at Qiutan North Road (Qiutan Bei Lu). in the District of Hangzhou. It is known locally as the Jianfeng Mansion. Located near the Qingchun Squae and theINtime Mall, a very busy commercial area today. 

We stay at this hotel during IEM Staff visit to China in 2003.

22.12.2003 : ZHEJIANG RAILWAY HOTEL, ZHEJIANG, CHINA

Zhejiang Railway Hotel (浙江铁道大厦) an iconic landmark in Hangzhou, China, known for its unique "H-shaped" or "gate" architecture that straddles the entrance to the Hangzhou Railway Station. 

We did not stay at this hotel, we only having our Dinner for that night at his hotel. 

2016: TAISHUN BUSINESS HOTEL, BEIJING

Taishun Business Hotel (also known as Taishun Shangwu Jiudian in Chinese, written as 泰顺商务酒店 on the building's facade). Located at Zhoujiazhuang, Chaoyang District, Beijing. China, near the East Fourth Ring Road. It was a popular choice for group tours because of its proximity to the Beijing Happy Valley theme park.

Based on recent information for 2025, the Taishun Business Hotel is no longer operating under that name. It is now operating as a Ji Hotel. 

12.11.2017: DAYS INN FRONTIER YANGSHUO HOTEL, GUILIN

Situated at Guanlian Road, strategically placed near the Li River and about 15-20 minute walk from the famous West Street (Xi Jie). This hotel was a popular 4-star choice for international travelers known for its blend of traditional Chinese architecture and modern western amenities. 

I stayed at this hotel with my familes during our vacation to China in 2017. 

13.11.2017: UNIVERSAL HOTEL, GUILIN, CHINA

Also known as Univeral International Hotel, a well-known 3 to 4-star Hotel favored by International tour groups because of its prime location in the heart of the city. 

Located at Jiefang East Road, right on the banks of the Li River, its surrounding would have offered some of the most iconic views of Guilin. 

NOVEMBER 2017: ROYAL TULIP LUXURY HOTEL, GUANGZHOU, CHINA

A 5-star Luxury hotel located at the foot of Baiyun Mountain in Guangzhou, China. The hotel featured between 178 and 302 rooms, known for their modern design and signature-glass enclosed bathrooms with rainfall showers. 

Me and my family stayed at this hotel during our vacation to China in 2017. 

That's a brief account of my travels to China. So far I have traveled to almost 9 regions in China.

Hj Zulheimy Maamor

Lembah Keramat, K.L

22/12/2025: 12.10 p.m

HOTEL MEMORIES (PERAK)

2003: HOTEL SERI MALAYSIA, TAIPING

During my family vacation at Taiping, we stayed at the Hotel Seri Malaysia, situated at Jalan Sultan Mansur, just a short walk from the famous Taiping Lake Garden and the Zoo Taiping & Night Safari.

Hotel Seri Malaysia was one of the most popular mid-range hotels in Perak. Part of the nationwide chain established in 1994, it was designed to provide affordable, comfortable and culturally authentic Malaysian hospitality. The area aroung the holte was dotted with old-British era rest houses.

7 APRIL 2012: BLUE BAY RESORT, LUMUT

During the Health Screening Program that took place at the Dewan Takraw on Pangkor Island on 7 April 2012, my colleagues and I,  from the Malaysian Heart Foundation stayed at the Blue Bay Resort at Jalan Titi Panjang, Lumut, Perak. A budget-friendly option for travelers. 

Today in 2025, it was rebranded to Harbourside Hotel Sdn Bhd, continues to serve as a practical base for travelers visiting the Lumut Waterfront. 

16 APRIL 2012: FAIR PARK HOTEL, IPOH

My friends and I stayed at this hotel on our way back from our program at Kg.Titi Teras, Balik Pulau, Penang on 15 April 2012.

We stopped in Ipoh to attend a meeting at AEON Kinta City the next day.

We also stayed at this hotel again during the Ipoh Heart Week program at AEON Kinta City from 19-24 June 2012.

Fair Park Hotel located at Jalan Kamarudin Isa, Ipoh, had been recognised by the Perak Tourism Board in 2011 as an award-winning budget hotel, which is likely made it a popular choice during our visit. 

The nama "Fair Park" comes from a 1930's British colonial housing scheme designed by Iverson & Co. Back then, people called the area "Kee Ah Molau" (English House) because it was where many British expatriates lived. 

8.9.2012: KAMPAR REST HOUSE

A traditional government rest house, a common type of accomodation in Malaysia originally established for government officials but later open to public. It featured the classic white-and-red roof aesthetic with a public swimming pool and simple, functional rooms. Located at Jalan Baru, Kampar, Perak, managed by Majlid Daerah Kampar. 

We stayed at this rest house during our event at the Taman Ros, Kampar, Perak on 9 September 2012. 

The Kampar Rest House has been renamed Hotel De Cassia still managed under the purview of Majlis Daerah Kampar. 

2013/2015: GALAXY INN, LUMUT, PERAK

A budget hotel, surrounding Lumut Waterfront , a nostalgic spot for many who have made the trek to Pangkor Island over the last decade. 

In 2025, the hotel is still operating, despite several newer hotels like the Brezza Hotel and Mornington Hotel Waterfront have opened nearby, making the competition for the budget stays a bit tighter. 

I once stayed at Galaxy Inn when attending a Program Coordination meeting at AEON Sri Manjung in 2013 and 2015.

GALAXY INN (2013)

GALAXY INN (2015)

NOVEMBER 2013: LEAD VIEW HOTEL, SERI MANJUNG

My colleagues and I had stayed at this hotel during the Heart Week Program at AEON Seri Manjung, Perak from 22-24 November 2013. 

The Lead View Hotel is now known as Hotel Sfera, it remains a landmark in the Taman Samudera area 

2013: HOTEL LEGEND INN,TAIPING

Stayed at this hotel on our way back from Kedah and Penang. We stopped over for the night at this hotel. 

Legend Inn Taiping was a popular choise for travelers visiting Taiping. Located at Jalan Long Jaafar.

11.4.2015: GRAND KAMPAR HOTEL, KAMPAR

When holding a Health Screening program at Taman Ros Kampar on 12 April 2015, we stayed at the Grand Kampar Hotel located on Jalan Timah, Bandar Baru Kampar.

Grand Kampar Hotel, a 3-star Hotel is a well-known in the Kinta Valley, particularly popular for its unique Spanish-style architecture and its proximity to Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR). Just a walking distance of the Kinta Tin Mining Museum and is a central hub for those visiting students at UTAR or TAR UMT. 

SEPTEMBER 2015: MARINA COVE RESORT, TELUK BATIK, LUMUT

Our Family vacation and we stay at Marina Cove Resort, Teluk Batik, Lumut, Perak. One of thejbest "base camps" for exploring the area - it's only a 2-minute drive to Teluk Batik Beach and about 5 minutes to the Marina Island Jetty if you want to hop over to Pulau Pangkor. 

26.8.2015: PANORAMA HOTEL, TAIPING

Stayed at this hotel while attending the Program Coordination Meeting at AEON Mall Taiping on 26 August 2015.

The hotel located at Jalan Kota, is a well-known landmark in Taiping, uniquely integrated with Raintown Plaza. It was a bustling hub with a supermarket Fajar ? The Store and various local shops. 

30.9.2016 : ABBY HOTEL, CHEMOR, PERAK

While organizing a Health Screening program at S.K. Tanah Hitam, Chemor, Perak on 1 October 2016, my friends and I stayed at Hotel Abby in Chemor, Perak. 

The Abby Hotel, a budget-friendly hotel for travelers and business workers in the Kanthan Industrial Zone. 

16.12.2017: CHERRY INN, TAIPING

While organizing a Health Screening program at Taiping Buddhist Society on 17 December 2017, my friends and I stayed at the Cherry Inn Hotel on Jalan Stesen, Taiping. Just a short walk from the Taiping Railway Station and the Taiping Mall, and next to Sek.Keb. King Edward VII. 

10.8.2018: HILLCITY HOTEL, GUNUNG RAPAT, IPOH

My colleagues at YJM and I stayed at this hotel to attend the Health Screening Program at Kg. Pos Brooke Lama in Gua Musang, Kelantan the next day.

The hotel located nearby the Klinik Kesihatan Gunung Rapat, on a slope, offering one of the best vantage points to see the limestone karst hills that Ipoh is famous for. 

Sadly, as I check the Google Maps in 2025, this hotel appears to be permanently closed. 

6.8.2018: LAVENDER INN, TELUK INTAN, PERAK

The Hotel located at Jalan Changkat Jong, Pusat Perniagaan Teluk Intan, an budget-friendly hotel. Sadly, when I check through Google Maps for latest info in 2025, the hotel appears to be permanently closed. We stayed at this hotel during our event at Majlis Perbandaran Teluk Intan on 6 August 2018. 

Once you have reached Teluk Intan, don't forget to visit the famous Leaning Tower in Teluk Intan.

5.8.2018: SAYONG RESORT, KUALA KANGSAR, PERAK

We stayed at the Sayong Resort located in Kuala Kangsar, Perak during our Health Screening Program at Masjid Aziziah, Kg. Ketior Dalam, Kuala Kangsar. 

This resort is well-known for its beautiful riverside location and the classic Malay-chalet-style architecture. Located on a prime spot of the Perak River, and had 32 guest rooms and chalets. It is perfectly situated near iconic landmarks like Masjid Ubudiah and Istana Kenangan. 

22.10.2018: SEEMSOON HOTEL,IPOH

Situated at Regat Dato Mahmud, off Jalan Pasir Putih, Ipoh, a popular spot because its a quick drive to the famous Ipoh "Dim Sum Street" and the Old Town. 

We Stayed at his hotel during our program at AEON Midtown Falim in Ipoh from 19-22 October 2018. 

Thus ended my journey in the state of Perak, carrying out the task entrusted to me. If I have the means, I will definitely return to explore the state of Perak.

Hj Zulheimy Maamor

Lembah Keramat, K.L

22/12/2025: 12.04 a.m

HOTEL MEMORIES (PAHANG)

18.7.1998: SELESA HILL HOMES, BUKIT TINGGI, PAHANG

A wonderful trip back to 1998, captures a specific era of Malaysian family holidays.  Selesa Hillhome was, and remains, a beloved getaway for many families seeking the cool mountain air of Bukit Tinggi without the intense crowds of Genting Highlands.

This picture was taken during a CJ Management and Consultants staff vacation in 1998.

18.2.2001: GENTING VIEW RESORT

On 18 February 2001 I attended a meeting at Genting View Resort located in Genting Highland, Pahang. The journey from Kuala Lumpur to Genting View Resort is 43 minutes and the travel distance is 40.9 km.

Genting Highland is a hill station located on the peak of Mount Ulu Kali in the Titiwangsa Mountains, central Peninsular Malaysia. 

Genting Highland was established in 1965 by the late Malaysian businessman Lim Goh Tong. 

25-27 MAY 2002: AWANA GOLF & COUNTRY RESORTS, GENTING HIGHLANDS

The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia held the ISO Training for staffs and members from 25 to27 May 2002 at Awana Golf & Country Resorts, Genting Highlands. 

In 2002, the engineering world was in the midst of a major transition to the ISO 9001:2000 standard. As a professional body, IEM was likely training its members of staff to align with these new global standards to ensure Malaysian engineering remained competitive. 

The Awana Golf & Country Resort is now known as Resorts World Awama, at 3,100 feet above sea level, was a favourite spot for "residential trainings" like this because of the cool weather (usually 16-24 degrees) kept everyone fresh during long seminar hours.  

11 MAY 2007: GENTING INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE

The site visit to Genting International Convention Centre is part of 16th Southeast Asian Geotechnical Conference (16th SEAGC) held at Subang Sheraton Hotel & Tower from 8-11 May 2007.

The GICC located 6,000 feet above sea level as part of the Resorts World Genting. 

25 APRIL 2012: HOTEL KRISTAL, BENTONG, PAHANG

During the Health Screening Program at SMK Bentong on 25 April 2012, my colleagues and I stayed at Hotel Kristal, Bentong, Pahang.

Located at Jalan Chan Siang, right behind the KFC in town and is just a short walk from Bentong Walk Night Market.

6 OCTOBER 2013: ISSORIA HOTEL, BANDAR TUN RAZAK, PAHANG

The hotel located at Bandar Jengka, Bandar Tun Razak, Pahang has been in business for many years. It is a budget-friendly hotel with strategic location and conveniet for visitors to the area, including those visiting nearby Universiti Teknologi MARA. 

During the Health Screening Program at Kampung Sungai Jerik, Jengka, Pahang, my colleagues and I stayed at this hotel. 

12.6.2013: HOTEL SRI JAYA, MARAN, PAHANG

A simple, basic and budget-friendly place with free WiFi and hot shower. It is strategically located near the main road of Sri Jaya. We stayed at this hotel during our Health Program at Kg.Sri Jaya at Maran, Pahang.

10.5.2014: VILLA RENGIT, INSTITUT BIODIVERSITI, LANCHANG, PAHANG

During the Health Screening Program at Kg. Bolok Hulu Sokmik at Lanchang, Pahang on 10 May 2014, we stayed at the Villa Rengit located at the Institut Biodiversiti, Bukit Rengit, Lanchang, Pahang. 

The Villa is situated within the Institute's grounds. The Institut Biodiversiti is a training centre for staff of the Department of Wildlife and National Parks (PERHILITAN). It is nearby the Kuala Gandah National Elephant Conservation Centre and the Krau Wildlife Reserve. 

SEASON VIEW HOTEL, KUANTAN, PAHANG

Located at Lorong Haji Abdul Rahman 1, an active hotel that still hosts events as 2015. My colleagues and I stayed at this hotel during programs at Kuantan Parade in 2014 and 2017.

2014: SEASON VIEW HOTEL

2017 - SEASON VIEW HOTEL

17.5.2015: HOMESTAY AT KG. SOKMIK BOLOK HULU, LANCHANG, PAHANG

This homestay located at Kg.Sokmek, Bolok Hulu, Lanchang,Pahang, popular for outdoor activities such as visiting the Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary and the nearby Deer Park. Other homestays in the surrounding area include Inap D'Kebun dan Mutiara Homestay Bolok. 

We stayed at this program during our Health Program at FELDA Lakum at Lanchang, Pahang. 

13.11.2016: EV WORLD HOTEL, MENTAKAB, PAHANG

My colleagues and I stayed at EV World Hotel in Mentakab during the Health Program at Taman Saga Indah in Mentakab on 13 November 2016. 

The hotel located at Jalan Orkid,Kampung Catin, Mentakab, Pahang, strategically located in the town. 

23.7.2016: HOTEL GAMBANG SELESA VIEW, GAMBANG, PAHANG

The hotel located at Jalan Bandar 3, Gambang, Pahang is the hotel that my colleagues and I had stayed during our event at SJK (Cina) Gambang on 24 July 2016. 

3 JULY 2018: THE V HOTEL, KUANTAN, PAHANG

The Hotel located at Jalan Haji Abdul Rahman, just a short walk to Kuantan Parade and the famous Sultan Ahmad Shah Mosque in Kuantan. We stay at this hotel during our event at Kuantan Parade from 4-8 July 2018.

AUGUST 2018: BB INN & PERUMAHAN MAKMUR, CAMERON HIGHLANDS,PAHANG

During our events at Kg. Pos Brooke Lama at Gua Musang, Kelantan, we stayed overnight at the BB Inn and the Perumahan Makmur at Cameron Highlands. 

Pahang is widely considered worth visiting due to its incredible natural diversity, offering a unique blend of ancient rainforests, cool highlands, and pristine beaches and islands. It caters to a wide range of interests, from nature enthusiasts to adventure seekers and those looking for relaxation.

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Hj Zulheimy Maamor

Lembah Keramat, K.L

20 December 2025: 11.02 p.m