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Shangri-La Hotel My name is Mike Smith. I am the tour coordinator and promotional Manager for Travelers Digest. My job and my objective is to travel the globe seeking its beauty and its secrets. I travel with an experienced filming crew and together we reference the facts and informative data that enlightens our millions of readers. We tour and film every country, continent, island, ocean, river, lake, city, mountain, valley, beach, park, reserve, adventure, excursion and everything in between. If its important to you...its important to us. I write not as a sponsor or critic, but as an individual with
an unquenchable thirst for art, culture, scenic treasures, ancient and or
modern civilizations, style, form, stimulating adventures and witnessing
natures ability to create the beautiful and bizarre. I admire Our crew boarded a train in Singapore and rode north into the
deep Malaysian jungle. Our cameras never stopped while A city with skyscrapers, small humble dwellings, huge office complexes, arts centers and street vendors. A city where the people, both local and foreign, mingle, learning to appreciate their differences and valuing each others contribution to society. It's an exciting, high energy city. While we were visiting and touring Kuala Lumpur we chose a centrally located hotel. With style and comfort in mind, we took a taxi to the Shangri-La Hotel. Amidst the hustle and noise of a large metropolitan, it gracefully exhibited it elegance. The tranquil surroundings of the establishment invited us to enter. As we walked through the lobby we were soon aware that the
Shangri La offered and provided everything that a business convention,
vacationing family, couple or individual Experiencing the Shangri-La is co-existing with the artful blending of taste, style, elegance and culture, as if created by a masterful artist. The Shangri La presents you with excellent dining decor and will tastefully stimulate you to savor a specially prepared cuisine from their master chef. When you have finished dining, stroll around the lounge,
superbly located in the grand area, offering views to the lobby, fountain,
shops and the open floors. At night you can enjoy your favorite drink or
one of their special blends. Bathe in tranquility as the nightly The Shangri La is stunning, but when you finally do venture out
into the city, as you must, visit the known inspiration of the Petronas
Twin Towers. Not only are they the worlds largest buildings, they are a
master of engineering. Its only a short walk from the Shangri Make sure you obtain your free visitors pass to the linking bridge on the 42nd floor. You must ask for your pass before 11 AM: each morning. Bring plenty of film, the visible expanse of the city will entice you to capture every detail. While wandering the lanes, alleyways and boulevards of this
diverse city I experienced some challenges when filming. The massive
buildings squeezed the very sky for space and offered no clarity when
filming. I then centered my attention on much more than a scene As when filming, I use artful discretion to review everything,
ancient ruins, a crumbling castle or a hotel. I try to form few, if any,
preconceptions. Even when touring a five star hotel, I do so with little
expectations. Beginning with the first impression, I then continue Travelers Digest toured the Shangri-La for several days as unacknowledged guests and recommend it without hesitation. It is a finely balanced and honorable establishment, offering much more than simple comfort, it flows with style and elegance. Any hotel or other business that is listed as being toured and reviewed by our company will grant at least 10 % and may grant up to a 20 % discount to Travelers Digest referred customers. These savings are passed directly to you, our customer. Travelers Digest does not receive payment from any businesses reviewed or toured. Click here for Rates, Reservations, or just Inquiries! Review written by the touring editor; Mike Smith. This editorial in its entirety is the sole property of Travelers Digest and may not be distributed, sold or copied without prior written permission of Travelers Digest and/or its licensed representatives.
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appreciate the value of difference. This beautiful planet is consistently
different and so are the billions of people that live on it. We must never
seek to become copies or to be copied. Our heritage, cultures and dreams
must be individually preserved. The art to understanding is the ability to
appreciate these differences. The Earth and all its people are unique.
With an open heart we shall strengthen the bond that makes us all members
of the human race! It is better to befriend with the strength of the heart
than to segregate with the blindness of ignorance and arrogance. Our
message must be universal to each and everyone we meet..unbiased
acceptance and respect.
the jungle and its mysteries were being displayed on our view finders. The
lights of the great city of Kuala Lumpur blinded the darkness as we
stepped from the train. The city's struggle of blending its culturally
mixed millions with the rapidly changing concepts of modern life was
evident. The great city was non the less glowing with tolerance and
dignity.
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require or desire. From the time you walk into their adorned lobby until
the time of your departure their warm and professional staff made you feel
as appreciated as a long lost friend. The staff were even quick to learn
your name and when addressed they responded personally. It was but a small
sample of Shangri La's prestige.
entertainers amaze you with talent and tasteful melodies. Once the night
has grown long you can escape into the splendor of your suite. The
tasteful suites are balanced with comfort, size and statue. Many offering
great views to the city. In the morning when you are truly rejuvenated,
you may dine in your suite or in the hotels cafe.
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and there are visual splendors at every step. These magnificent giants
will make you speechless. After thoroughly absorbing every detail, enter
and absorb even more amazement. The complexity, style and elegant form of
these towering giants will astound you. The mall offers every possible
selection of merchandise and services. The stylish elevators or the open
escalators will effortlessly deliver you to any floor, exposing you to
hundreds of boutiques, cafes, restaurants and specialty stores. Your
impulse will be to remain forever. A truly memorable experience.
or main object. I focused on its style, form, detail, depth, color,
accessibility, function, art, clarity, tone, lighting and its balance. I
studied how it worked together as a unit, whether a building, room,
painting, sunset or other. Once I had satisfied myself as to its energy I
would then choose to film it or not. Objectivity should always be a factor
in clarification of beauty or form. With that in mind, I must say that I
was impressed with the city and the Shangri-La. They both created light,
warmth and stylish form. A photographers dream.
my
search for its clarity, basing my objectivity on both the visionary and
tangible refinements of experiencing it's entirety. Our company has
reviewed countless hotels across the globe and without even the slightest
hesitation, I applaud the taste, style and eloquent statements made by
the, Kuala Lumpur, Shangri-La Hotel. As one of the worlds leading hotel
chains, the Kuala Lumpur Shangri-La Hotel definitely shares and even
elevates the high regard they hold for their customers.