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13 Resipi : Sotong Madu Bersanding

10 Fesyen : Demam PialaDunia

14 Projek pelebaran lorong keempat: PLUS nasihat orang ramai rancang perjalanan di lebuh raya

18 Premium shopping atJPO

19 Program Road Safety Walk 2014

21 Smart Driving Tips

20 Keselamatan kenderaan

15 Guna kad Touch ‘n Go untuk pembayaran secara elektronik di R&R

16 R&R Pagoh beri kelainan

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The Seoul of Korea

Nasi Ambang Bumbu Kito

Forest Within a City

Kembara PLUS Online is produced by Strategic Communications & Corporate Communications, PLUS Malaysia Berhad

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Celebrating Buddha on Wesak Day

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Gathering to chant and pray is an important part of a traditional Wesak celebration. It is said that Wesak is that time of the Full Moon in May in which the Christ gathers

the entire Spiritual Hierarchy together in meditation to invoke the forces of Shambhalla, a kingdom hidden somewhere in Inner Asia or the Buddhist Pure Land. The Buddha, representing those forces, appears and blesses humanity. Wesak Day is also celebrated by Buddhists all over the world and is known by the name of Puja or Buddha Purnima Visakah in India, Visak in Singapore, Visakha Bucha in Thailand, and Wesak in Sri Lanka.Devotees will begin the celebrations usually before dawn, where they will gather at temples. The Buddhist flag will be hoisted and hymns in praise of the holy triple gem namely, The Buddha (Pioneer), The Dharma (teachings) and The Sangha (disciples) will be sung. Simple offerings such as flowers are also brought to the temple while devotees pray using candles and joss-sticks.Besides using them for prayers, these items are also significant in the Buddhist teaching as it teaches the devotees about the non-permanence of life. Like a flower that will wither in due time or candles that will eventually burn out so is that of life which is subjected to destruction and decay. Before the actual day of the celebration the devout Buddhists will eat a vegetarian diet so that they will be cleansed and purified. Wesak Day is also where you will see many Malaysian Buddhists release animals such as pigeons and tortoises. This act is seen as a symbolic gesture of one releasing the soul and giving up the sins of the past. Besides that, this particular act is also seen as a way of giving freedom to those who are held against their will or are being tortured. Celebrating Wesak Day means bringing happiness to those who are less fortunate such as the elderly and the sick. Buddhists will usually conduct various charitable activities such as making donations and visiting orphanages and old folks home and helping out wherever they can. An interesting practice on this auspicious day involves the statue of a baby Buddha which is placed in a basin filled with water and decorated with flowers where devotees will then pour water over the statue. The act of pouring water over the statue is seen as a symbolic act of cleansing bad karma. The other significance of pouring water over the statue is to reenact the events following Buddha’s birth, when devas and spirits made heavenly offerings to him.

A proccession of devotees at a night walk

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Devotees light candles and reflect upon Buddha’s teachings

Monks sing hymns in praise of Buddha

Baby Buddha statues play a symbolic role in the celebrations

Wesak is a celebration not only of the birth of Buddhism’s founder, Sidharta, in 623 BC, but also the day that Sidharta became the Buddha in 588 BC at 35 years old and his eventual death at the age of 80.

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Korea became a household name after Samsung, Hyundai and the infectious Oppa Gangnam Style brought the country into international focus. The capital city Seoul is the largest metropolis of Korea and is home to over 10 million citizens. Renamed after the independence of Korea in 1946, the word “seoul” is derived from a Korean word meaning “capital city”. Seoul is roughly divided into northern and southern halves by the Hangang River and is surrounded by vast mountains.

Visitors to Seoul have a lot to explore as this fast-paced and high tech city embraces both tradition and modernity, making it a very unique city.

GYEONGBOKGUNG PALACE A must-see attraction is the Gyeongbokgung Palace. Built in 1395, Gyeongbokgung Palace was located at the heart of newly appointed capital of Seoul (then known as Hanyang) and represented the sovereignty of the Joseon Dynasty. The largest of five Grand Palaces (the others being Gyeonghuigung Palace, Deoksugung Palace, Changgyeonggung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace), Gyeongbokgung served as the main palace of the Joseon Dynasty rulers.

NAMSANGOL HANOK VILLAGE Namsangol Hanok Village is a collection of five hanoks (traditional Korean houses) from the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910), recovered from different parts of the city and relocated to the northern foot of Namsan Mountain. The interiors of each of these five houses reflect owners from different walks of life, from the middle class to the yangban (who were mainly high government officials, noblemen and aristocrats).

NAMDAEMUN MARKETNamdaemun Market is the largest traditional market in Korea with over 10,000 stores that line the streets around Namdaemun (Gate), the main southern gate of the old city wall. It boasts one of the largest distribution structures in Korea, providing local products, daily living essentials, food products, souvenirs, medical supplies and more to retailers and consumers across the country. Namdaemun Market is also packed with interesting things to see and eat, making it a popular destination for both locals and international visitors alike.

DONGDAEMUN MARKETDongdaemun Market is a large commercial district comprised of traditional markets and shopping centers that cover the entire area around Dongdaemun (Gate), a prominent landmark in Korea. It is Korea’s largest wholesale and retail shopping district featuring 26 shopping malls, 30,000 specialty shops, and 50,000 manufacturers. All kinds of goods can be found here including silks and fabric, clothes, shoes and accessories, electronics, leather goods, sporting goods, office supplies, pet products and toys.

NAMI ISLANDNami Island is a must visit for tourists. This romantic island is 63 km away from Seoul. Nami Island is famous for its beautiful Korean pine tree lands and the shooting location for Korea’s most famous drama, “Winter Sonata”. Nami Island was formed as a result of the construction of the Cheongpyeong Dam. It is a half-moon shaped isle, and on it is the grave of General Nami, who led a great victory against rebels of the 7th king of the Joseon Dynasty, King Sejo.

N SEOUL TOWERKorea’s first integrated transmission tower beaming television and radio broadcasts across the capital is a much-loved Seoul landmark. It is a popular place to unwind for locals and tourists alike and has become famous for its “Locks of Love” where thousands of padlocks attached to the fence by romantic Seoulites symbolize their undying affection.

Extracted from http://www.visitseoul.net andhttp://www.discoverkoreatour.com

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Johor Bahru, the capital city of Johor Darul Ta’zim, has gone through massive transformations over the years. Numerous skyscrapers and high-end residences now define the landscape of this prosperous land.

Local authority Johor Bahru City Council (MBJB) has set its sights for the city to become “A City of International Standard by 2020”. Determined to achieve that vision, the city council

ensures sustainable development is adhered to in every approved project and as such, has consciously carved out a green tranquility area in the heart of the city. “City Forest” or more affectionately known as Hutan Bandar among local residents, is a unique public park spanning over 32 hectares of prime land. Situated at Jalan Tasek Utara, this green lung offers more than just respite to its many visitors but also plenty of variety and excitement.There are various facilities to suit the needs of everyone in the family. One of the highlights at this expansive recreational area is its free-of-charge open space pool for children who want to wade, splash and swim. Don’t want to get your kids wet? Not to worry,

you can get them to play and learn instead at a vast playground equipped with self-learning info walls and educational aids.For those dedicated to a healthy lifestyle, a track which meanders all around the establishment is perfect for jogging and brisk walking, taking you through a scenic route to better appreciate nature as you break a sweat. You may also want to try the outdoor gymnasium equipment installed not far from the jogging track. The facilities here are thoughtfully provided to encourage JB residents to lead healthy lifestyles without having to burn their pockets through enrolling in private health clubs and gymnasiums. The park is well maintained and welcomes visitors at all hours of the day.This green jewel also offers other aesthetic enjoyment for the entire family such as an Orchid Garden, an Adventures Park, a camping site and a viewing tower.

Open space pool for the kids Among the equipment installed at the outdoor gym area

Reflexology trail with naturally-grown roof at Hutan Bandar Vast playground and learning wall for the kids to play and learn

Hutan Bandar is open to visitors at all hours

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“Bumbu Kito” is one of the food stalls located at Pagoh Rest and Service Area (Southbound) and arguably the most popular too. The reason? Patrons swear it serves the best Nasi Ambang ever! Not surprisingly, this stall has its own followers who are willing to make that journey on the North-South Expressway just to whet their appetite on this traditional food.The dish which originally hails from Indonesia is a mixture of rice and fried noodles with other side dishes such as fried chicken, salted fish and coconut “serunding”. Customers attest that Bumbu Kito serves the true taste of Nasi Ambang, and this is even endorsed

by Ramli Sarip, Malaysia’s favorite Father of Rock, who waxes lyrical about the dish. So on your next travel down south, make sure you head for Pagoh RSA and try the authentic taste of Nasi Ambang Bumbu Kito.

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BAHAN UNTUK SOS:

250 gm gula pasir

Sedikit serbuk cili

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CARA MEMASAK:1. Gaulkan tauhu dan daun bawang yang telah dihiris bersama lada sulah serta bawang goreng.2. Kemudian sumbat bahan tersebut ke dalam sotong yang dibersihkan.3. Panaskan minyak, kemudian goreng sotong sehingga masak. Ketepikan.

CARA MEMBUAT SOS:1. Campurkan ke semua bahan sos dan rebus sehingga pekat.2. Kemudian tuang keatas sotong yang sudah digoreng. Sedia untuk dihidangkan.


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FOURTH LANE WIDENING PROJECT:PLUS ADVISES HIGHWAY USERS TO PLAN THEIR JOURNEYUsers of the New Klang Valley Expressway (NKVE) and the North-South Expressway (NSE) are advised to plan their journey due to widening works being carried out on both highways as follows:

As such, traffic flow at these stretches will be affected until December.PLUS will continue to take all necessary measures to mitigate traffic congestion and improve safety at these stretches but users plying these routes are advised to drive carefully and follow all traffic instructions.

PLUS also advises the public to continuously check the traffic situations at these stretches via the PLUSTrafik Twitter service, the PLUS Mobile App application for smartphones and tablets, highway electronic boards, major radio stations or contact the PLUS Traffic Monitoring Centre at 1800 88 0000.


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GUNAKADTOUCH ‘N GOUntuk pembayaran secara elektronik di R&R

Sistem pembayaran tol secara elektronik menggunakan kad Touch ‘n Go telah diperkenalkan pada 4 Julai 1998. Bertitik-tolak daripada itu, sistem-sistem lain yang berasaskan kad Touch ‘n Go seperti SmartTAG dan PLUSMiles telah diperkenalkan untuk mempelbagaikan lagi kegunaan dan fungsi kad tersebut untuk kemudahan orang ramai. Kaedah pembayaran menggunakan kad Touch ‘n Go telah berkembang pada hari ini, bukan sahaja digunakan untuk pembayaran tol, tetapi digunakan juga untuk pembayaran perkhidmatan meletak kenderaan, perkhidmatan pengangkutan awam, pembayaran runcit seperti farmasi, panggung wayang, taman tema, kedai serbaneka dan restoran-restoran terpilih. Tidak dinafikan, evolusi penggunaan kad Touch ‘n Go membolehkannya ia terus kekal sebagai ‘mode’ atau kaedah pembayaran yang jauh lebih mudah, tepat dan efisien. Malah, pihak Kerajaan juga telah menggalakkan penggunaan sistem elektronik ini apabila orang ramai yang menggunakan sistem pembayaran secara pintar ini berpeluang menikmati rebat tol, diskaun dan pelbagai faedah yang lain. Kerjasama di antara PLUS dan Touch ‘n Go maju setapak lagi apabila penggunaan kad Touch ‘n Go diperluaskan lagi secara rasmi untuk pembayaran di kawasan-kawasan rehat yang terpilih di rangkaian lebuh raya PLUS. Kini, orang ramai yang memiliki kad Touch ‘n Go boleh membayar secara elektronik apabila membeli makanan, minuman atau barangan lain di gerai-gerai yang beroperasi di R&R Tapah dan R&R Seremban. Sepertimana pembayaran tol, pengguna tidak perlu lagi membawa wang tunai untuk membayar makanan yang mereka beli, tetapi pembayaran boleh terus dilakukan dengan menggunakan kad yang sama di gerai-gerai yang terlibat. Pemilihan R&R Tapah dan Seremban adalah hanya sebagai permulaan. Perlaksanaannya akan diperluaskan ke R&R yang lain secara berperingkat selepas ini untuk memberi lebih banyak pilihan dan kemudahan kepada pemegang-pemegang kad elektronik ini.


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Kawasan Rehat dan Rawat (R&R) Pagoh merupakan salah satu kawasan rehat dan rawat yang harus disinggahi jika ke selatan tanah air. R&R ini juga telah menerima perubahan setelah kerja naik taraf dilakukan oleh PLUS dan kini menjadi sebuah kawasan rehat yang eksklusif, tersusun dan moden. Keistimewaan R&R Pagoh ini, selain pasarana yang lebih kondusif, turut menitik beratkan kebersihan dan pemeliharaan alam sekitar. Keadaan ini akan menyuntik keselesaan dan ketenangan terhadap pengunjung.Lebih menarik, dengan menyajikan hidangan selera Johor seperti Nasi Ambeng dan Mee Rebus Johor menjadikan R&R ini padat dengan pengunjung lebih-lebih lagi ketika hujung minggu dan cuti sekolah. Makanan seperti Bihun Sup dan Mee Bandung juga

turut menggamit penggemarnya

tersendiri.

Antara keunikkan lain yang

terdapat di R&R Pagoh adalah

Paip Rokok. Ia mampu menarik

minat pengumpul barangan unik

itu untuk singgah di R&R ini. Paip

Rokok yang berbagai bentuk

di datangkan dari Belanda dan

New Zealand. Harga yang

ditawarkan bermula RM19.90

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Selain itu juga, pengunjung boleh

singgah di gerai buah-buahan

R&R Pagoh yang menyediakan

buah-buahan segar seperti

jambu, betik, tembikai, mangga

dan lain-lain. Ia boleh dibeli

sebagai bekalan ataupun buah

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Seni anyaman antara kraftangan yang turut dijual di R&R Pagoh Prasarana yang lebih kondusif setelah kerja baik pulih dilakukan

Kemudahan taman permainan disedikan untuk kanak-kanak

Berehat sebentar di Baskin Robbins

Pelbagai rekaan paip rokok boleh didapati di sini


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No need to go across the border into The Lion City anymore if you are hankering for branded items as these are now available at Johor Premium Outlets (JPO). Here, more than 130 designers offer savings of 25% to 65% off their items every day! Officially opened in December 2011 and located at the intersection of the North-South Expressway and the Second Link Expressway, this new landmark in Johor has become an attraction for area residents as well as international visitors especially from South East Asia to come in here and shop to their heart’s content. Branded goods from well-known stores such as Coach, Victoria’s Secret, Gap, Aigner, Adidas, Polo and Michael Kors are available with attractive marked down factory outlet prices.The concept of a garden makes the outlet different from other malls and the shaded pathways treat shoppers to comfort while they feast their eyes and scorch their wallets. There are many eateries as well that offer respite and refreshment for tired shoppers. A selection of restaurants offering Thai food, western cuisine and even local delicacies are available, as well as the iconic Starbucks Coffee, and Coffeebean and Tealeaf cafes.

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Singapore "Sultan Iskandar CIQ JB " Jalan Yahya Aldatar "Lebuhraya Tebrau"Lebuhraya Utara Selatan" Exit 253 " Exit 304 " Exit 302A"Johor Premium Outlets®

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Wide footpaths, escalators and garden oases welcome visitors to the premium outlet

A wide selection of food is available at the food court

Benches are thoughtfully placed around the entire complexCovered walkways provide shelter from sun and rain


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Jabatan Keselamatan Jalan Raya (JKJR) negeri Melaka telah melaksanakan program “Road Safety Walk 2014” yang bertempat di hadapan Bangunan Memorial Pengisytiharan Kemerdekaan, Bandar Hilir, Melaka pada 8 April yang lalu.Program yang dirasmikan oleh YBhg Dato’ Dr. Tam Weng Wah, Ketua Pengarah Jabatan Keselamatan Jalan Raya Malaysia ini berobjekif untuk memupuk kesedaran tentang keselamatan jalan raya di kalangan para belia.

Seramai 276 peserta dari 6 buah sekolah telah mengambil bahagian di dalam program “Road Safety Walk 2014” ini. Sekolah-sekolah tersebut ialah SK Sacred Heart, SK St. Francis, SK Bandar Hilir, SMK Tinggi, SMK St. Francis dan SMK Jesus Convent.Agensi-agensi kerajaan mahupun swasta turut sama-sama menjayakan program ini antaranya ialah Briged Sukarelawan Khidmat Negara, Agensi Antidadah Kebangsaan (AADK), Jabatan Bomba Dan Penyelamat Negeri Melaka, dan juga PLUS Malaysia Berhad.

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PLUSMiles dan MUFORS turut sama menjayakan program ini

Penyampaian sijil penyertaan oleh YBhg Dato’ Dr. Tam Weng Wah


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Kunci kenderaan dan jangan tinggalkan kunci dalam kenderaan.

Jangan tinggalkan kenderaan anda dengan enjin terpasang walaupun seketika.

Pastikan semua tingkap kenderaan ditutup rapat.

Jangan tinggalkan barang berharga dalam kenderaan.

Pada waktu malam, letakkan kenderaan di tempat terang.

Cari tempat punyai kawalan keselamatan.

Periksa tekanan angin tayar seminggu sekali terutamanya apabila selalu berjalan jauh.

Periksa tekanan angin tayar dengan tolok (pressure gauge) waktu tayar sejuk.

Maklumat tekanan angin tayar boleh dilihat pada pelekat khas di pintu pemandu.

Disarankan tayar diselenggara setiap 10,000 km perjalanan.

Jangan guna tayar yang bunganya sudah haus atau botak.

Pemilihan tayar yang tepat penting untuk keselamatan, keselesaan, kawalan pemanduan dan ekonomi anda.

Pastikan tekanan angin bagi tayar ganti sentiasa mencukupi.

Tayar yang baru atau tayar yang masih tebal bunganya dipasang di bahagian belakang.

Pastikan skru (bolt) tayar dipasang dengan betul dan kemas.

Jangan bawa lebih muatan daripada kemampuan tayar.

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BEFORE YOU GET INTO THE CAR:

• Makesuretherearenotoys,toolsorotheritems lying around your vehicle. • Checkyourlightsandblinkersoccasionallyto make sure they are inworking order.• Lookunderyourvehicleforanyfluidleaks.• Makesurethetiresarenotflat.

GETTING STARTED:

• Adjustyourmirrorsbeforeyoustartyourengine.• Movetheseatcloseenoughtothepedalssothat you do not have any trouble reaching them with yourfoot.• Makesuretherearenosoft-drinkbottlesor otheritemsonthefloorboardofthedriver’s side.• Buckleup.Makesurechildrenareproperlyfitted into appropriate car seats.

ON THE ROAD

• Leaveatleast10minutesearlysoyouwillnotbe in a hurry or have an urge to speed.• Donotracethroughayellowlight.Ifthelight turnsyellowbeforeyougettoit,alwaysstop.• Whenalightturnsgreen,alwayslookbothways, even though it is your turn.• Drivecautiouslyandexpectotherdriversto make mistakes.

OTHER SAFETY TIPS

• Neverdrinkalcoholbeforeorwhileyouare driving a vehicle.• Neverdriveavehiclewhileundertheinfluenceof heavy medication or illegal drugs.• Donottalkortextonthephonewhiledriving.• Ifitisraining,driveabout15kilometersperhour slower than you normally would.

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Wear your best clothesChoosethecheeriestcolorfromyourwardrobe to start the week with

Early start Haveenoughtimetoorganizeyourself;you’llfeellikeyoucanconquerthedaybetter

Treat yourself Taketimetoreallyenjoyyourfood

Complete as much work As possible on FridayYou’llhavelessworktoworryaboutonMonday

Have everything laidout the night before Prepareyourclothes,files,shoesetcas it saves you time in the morning

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