Photos for Download

All together I had snapped more than 1000 frames in the last few days around the event. All the photos has been transferred into my backup harddrive now and will be processed as soon as I return to KL. It should appear on this website some time tomorrow. I would be creating a pane on the top of the page for easy navigation.

All the photos should be free for download. You would be transferred to my photo site once you select the photos you would like to download. All the best. I hope you have enjoyed the Kuching meeting as much as I did. I will also make my slides available for download - the key once of course - not the Premier League table or William and Kate's wedding photos. :)

Weekend in Putrajaya - Day 1

Dessert in a spoon - put a new twist in the word dessert spoon, originally uploaded by Haris Abdul Rahman.

Unfortunately, due to the student exams and SIRIM audit in UMMC, my planned holidays were canceled. Instead, Anita booked a weekend getaway for us and her parents. After much deliberation, she decided on Pullman Putrajaya, a place we visited sometime in April.

Irfan redecorating the tableThe ceiling deco at b bistroIt is a brand new hotel, and as I can see during the stay, part of it were not yet opened. We stayed at one of the executive floors, but for the price we paid, I think the pricing was very steep. This was compensated however by the nice swimming pool and a sometime surprisingly resourceful staff. The room we stayed was advertised to have a lounge area, but it was essentially was a square room, with a settee and table as a study, plus a rather small toilet. There was no separation between the bed and the lounge. Worst still, the study table was smack in front of the TV.

Being a Friday, I can't escape from clinic especially with my Boss away in Beijing. Anita and the rest checked in first at around 2, and I only traveled after work. Traffic was rather tight and I only arrive there at around 8, starving of course. As soon as I reach there, we went for dinner at the 'b bistro'. There was a buffet, but the selection was forgettable. I ordered some salad and pasta - the healthy choice. The deco at the bistro was rather chic, with themed colour scheme - red and white - and tasteful cutlery. The ceiling decoration was also quite unique.

Daddy settling into some pasta.... and some starfruit juiceAs both Idlan and Irfan have already hit the pool earlier in the day, they were understandably tired. We settled in right after dinner.

A Long Day in Putrajaya

The main Lobby area

Saturday. Nice weather outside. That can only mean one thing. Roadtrip. We decided to check out a new hotel in Putrajaya, the Pullman.

The sitting area at the Jasmine building, built to Indian motif

Located in Precinct 5, after the usual drive around due to lack of signage, we finally arrive at the establishment just after 3. The was no real drive through lobby. Instead, we drove straight into the underground carpark, and took the lift straight up. The place was only opened last month, and they are running a promotion. A night's stay will only cost you just over RM200 with tax.

Hmm! Ice cream!

The hotel compound is divided into 4 areas with a different motif, each themed to the major Malaysian races. I can't remember the 4th though. The main check-in area is in the Oriental building, while the biggest building, in which the bistro was located has a Malay theme. The buildings were nestled next to a lake, with a pavilion. There are nice views of Putrajaya in the surrounding are, with the PICC forming the backdrop.

The concept is rather nice. Each area have their own sitting area, kind of similar to a usual lobby. The rooms are located in the peripheries, with a central open space, a park or a water feature. Everything is open and soothing. One thing I noticed, there are many sitting areas with comfy cushions. In every floor and every open areas, there are cushions and settees. The bistro is also had plenty of open space with verandah. Unfortunately, there was thunderstorm outside and we had to have our tea in. 

The deco on the ceiling of the B bistro, where we had tea

The Oriental theme garden

There were still construction taking place, new facilities are just being furnished. The creche area is already opened. There were also bicycles available for rent and other indoor sports theme. Unfortunately we did not have a chance to see any of the rooms. There is also a restaurant at the jetty area that is opened at night for dinner. It was almost 6 when we left. Everything is pretty quiet by then.

 In the creche

When we reached home Anita was saying that maybe we should bring our Mum there for a respite. I may be able to write a bit more about the place then.

Update on Sunday, April 12, 2009 at 2:13PM by Haris Abdul Rahman

PUTRAJAYA: A ward on the third-floor of Putrajaya Hospital caught fire yesterday, believed to be struck by lightning during the heavy rain.

Putrajaya Fire and Rescue spokesman said the department was alerted at about 4.16pm and immediately despatched two fire engines to the scene.

I wasn't lying when I said there were thunderstorm there yesterday.