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Showing posts with label transportation. Show all posts
Showing posts with label transportation. Show all posts
Friday, June 21, 2019
Buying a Bicycle
Ok, let me just take five and share this 'important' message..
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Saturday, July 30, 2016
New parking rates in Kuala Lumpur starting today - Saturday July 31
Three zones in Kuala Lumpur will have new parking rates starting today as set by the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) and the Federal Territories Ministry citing parking rates in the city have not been increased in the last 40 years.
In an about-turn, Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) has reduced parking charges by up to 33% depending on the locality, after motorists raised a hue and cry.
RM1.50 charge would be levied for the first hour of parking in the city centre and RM2.50 for the second hour, with a maximum parking period of two hours.
For areas outside the city centre, deemed to be with a high-level of activities such as Sentul, Bangsar and Brickfields, the charge for the first and subsequent hours will be RM1.
"Charges for areas outside the city centre such as Segambut, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, Setiawangsa, Sungai Besi and Bandar Tun Razak for the first and subsequent hours is RM0.80," Federal Territories Minister Datuk Seri Tengku Adnan Tengku Mansor said, adding that there would be no parking time limit in these two zones.
Parking fees may be paid using coins, Touch 'N Go cards, and a mobile phone application.
For details, the public can visit the website at www.citycarpark.my.
In an about-turn, Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) has reduced parking charges by up to 33% depending on the locality, after motorists raised a hue and cry.
RM1.50 charge would be levied for the first hour of parking in the city centre and RM2.50 for the second hour, with a maximum parking period of two hours.
For areas outside the city centre, deemed to be with a high-level of activities such as Sentul, Bangsar and Brickfields, the charge for the first and subsequent hours will be RM1.
"Charges for areas outside the city centre such as Segambut, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, Setiawangsa, Sungai Besi and Bandar Tun Razak for the first and subsequent hours is RM0.80," Federal Territories Minister Datuk Seri Tengku Adnan Tengku Mansor said, adding that there would be no parking time limit in these two zones.
Parking fees may be paid using coins, Touch 'N Go cards, and a mobile phone application.
For details, the public can visit the website at www.citycarpark.my.
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
You can now explore Kuala Lumpur on a rented bicycle
A bicycle is a very handy and common mode of transportation in small towns and villages here in Malaysia. On my visit to Muar a few years ago, I was pleasantly surprised to see so many bicycles in this town some 45km south of Malacca. I was told there were even more in those days but automobiles now outnumber bicycles making the streets very congested in this little town.
Kuala Lumpur, unlike cities in developed countries, is not designed for bicycles but recently, under the Visit KL initiative, KL City Hall has introduced the 'Kuala Lumpur by Cycle' programme. This will allow the tourist an eco-frendly way to explore the city on a bicycle within a designated cycle zone.
To start off, 20 bicycles are available for rental. The tourist has a choice of visiting two zones - the Heritage Zone and the Park Zone.
The Heritage Zone encompasses attractions including the Sultan Abdul Samad building, the National Textile Museum, the Victorian Fountain, Royal Selangor Club, Cathedral of St Mary and the City Theatre, better known as Panggung Bandaraya.
The Park Zone takes tourists through the Tun Abdul Razak Heritage Park, with stops covering Perdana Botanical Gardens, KL Bird Park, KL Butterfly Park, Deer Park, KL Hibiscus and Orchid Gardens, National Planetarium, Tun Abdul Razak Memorial, Islamic Arts Museum and the National Mosque.
Currently, there are two packages that tourists can opt for; the Free and Easy Cycle, (a self-guided bicycle tour) and the Guided Cycle Tour, the first-of-its-kind in the country, where riders are provided with a set of headphones that will allow them to hear a running commentary given by a tour guide.
During the launch, Kuala Lumpur Mayor, Datuk Seri Ahmad Phesal Talib, flagged off a group of tourists who opted for the Guided Cycle Tour.
Riders will be provided with a safety helmet and safety vest as well as a route map for reference.
Rental fees are priced at RM30 for the first four hours and RM5 for every subsequent hour (for the Free and Easy Cycle) and RM45 for the Guided Cycle Tour.
Bicycles can be collected at the Kuala Lumpur By Cycle centre located at the KL City Gallery, Jalan Raja and a refundable deposit of RM250 is payable when you collect your bicycle.
Source: The Star..Tourists can now explore KL on rented bicycles
Kuala Lumpur, unlike cities in developed countries, is not designed for bicycles but recently, under the Visit KL initiative, KL City Hall has introduced the 'Kuala Lumpur by Cycle' programme. This will allow the tourist an eco-frendly way to explore the city on a bicycle within a designated cycle zone.
To start off, 20 bicycles are available for rental. The tourist has a choice of visiting two zones - the Heritage Zone and the Park Zone.
The Heritage Zone encompasses attractions including the Sultan Abdul Samad building, the National Textile Museum, the Victorian Fountain, Royal Selangor Club, Cathedral of St Mary and the City Theatre, better known as Panggung Bandaraya.
The Park Zone takes tourists through the Tun Abdul Razak Heritage Park, with stops covering Perdana Botanical Gardens, KL Bird Park, KL Butterfly Park, Deer Park, KL Hibiscus and Orchid Gardens, National Planetarium, Tun Abdul Razak Memorial, Islamic Arts Museum and the National Mosque.
Currently, there are two packages that tourists can opt for; the Free and Easy Cycle, (a self-guided bicycle tour) and the Guided Cycle Tour, the first-of-its-kind in the country, where riders are provided with a set of headphones that will allow them to hear a running commentary given by a tour guide.
During the launch, Kuala Lumpur Mayor, Datuk Seri Ahmad Phesal Talib, flagged off a group of tourists who opted for the Guided Cycle Tour.
Riders will be provided with a safety helmet and safety vest as well as a route map for reference.
Rental fees are priced at RM30 for the first four hours and RM5 for every subsequent hour (for the Free and Easy Cycle) and RM45 for the Guided Cycle Tour.
Bicycles can be collected at the Kuala Lumpur By Cycle centre located at the KL City Gallery, Jalan Raja and a refundable deposit of RM250 is payable when you collect your bicycle.
Source: The Star..Tourists can now explore KL on rented bicycles
Thursday, December 27, 2012
Enjoy a motorcycle ride with a Motorcycle Cruise Control
Before that I never knew there is such a thing as a Motorcycle Cruise Control.
In case if you are like me, ignorant about the workings of a motorcycle, what a motorcycle cruise control does is it makes a ride easier by allowing the rider to set a cruise and not making his hand cramp up having to hold the throttle open. It makes a long ride more enjoyable and comfortable with less hand fatigue and thus less stress.
Sunday, October 7, 2012
KL cabbies Worst in the World & Go-KL FREE bus service
Is there any truth in it? A reporter from the newspaper posed as a foreign tourist from England to find out if KL cabbies are indeed living up to the ‘worst taxi drivers in the world’ reputation as bestowed upon by LondonCabs.co.uk through a poll. For KL cabbies and the local tourism industry, it is certainly not a favourable thing to top the list for.
There's more.
Popular website Tripadvisor also warns travellers about KL's errant taxi drivers who “refuse to use the meter, quoting a fare often with the view of ripping you off”.
“This quoted' fare is generally akin to daylight robbery, and sometimes when haggling takes place, it is reciprocated with rude gestures or abusive language ...” adds Tripadvisor.
On Virtualtourist.com, a visitor posted: “I have travelled the world and from Bombay to Boston I can tell you the taxi drivers in KL are the biggest pack of thieving lying dirtbags you will ever come across.”
The above is from the article from the reporter who posed as the foreigner tourist. She found out that out of 11 taxis, only ONE fare almost match Malaysia Taxi Auto Fare's calculations. The asking price was RM10 for a trip from Jalan Tun H S Lee to Pavilion in Bukit Bintang.
If you'd like to know what she found out posing as a foreign tourist, read her article, KL cabbies living up to ‘worst taxi drivers in the world’ reputation.
Recently, some 200 cabbies went on strike at Bukit Bintang outside the Fahrenheit shopping complex during the evening rush hour. Their vehicles were parked right in the middle of the road as they staged their noisy protest. They told reporters that their livelihood was being affected because the Go-KL bus service passed through the most popular destinations. They also complained about alleged harassment by the Land Public Transport Commission (SPAD).
What is the Go-KL bus service? On August 31, a new bus service was introduced in Kuala Lumpur specifically in the city centre. The best part of this service is, it is FREE. Anyone, local or tourist, can get on it to take him or her to any destination within the bus route.
A reader who wrote in to The Star said,
Providing free bus services in city centres is a feature that has helped Australia reduce inner city private traffic.
KL is moving its public transportation up a notch and is joining a number of other cities that provide free bus services in the city centres. They include Manchester, Auckland, Melbourne and Sydney. These services make travel in the city convenient for city folks as well as for tourists. The free service also helps reduce transportation expenses subsequently reducing financial burden.
Of course not every taxi driver is in on the ripoff act but enough of them are drawing unwanted international attention that is not helping their profession, neither helping tourism in the country.
It's about time something is done. Go-KL deserves our support.
Information about the Go-KL free bus service:
At present, there are about 15 of the purple buses, equipped with WiFi, serving two routes.
From KLCC, the Green Line follows Jalan Ampang, Jalan Sultan Ismail and Jalan Raja Chulan, and into the Golden Triangle.
The Purple Line services the Central Market hub including Bangkok Bank, Masjid Jamek, Ceylon Hill's Junction and Kota Raya.
Both routes overlap at Pavilion, Starhill Gallery, Bukit Bintang, Wisma Boustead and Wisma MPL so passengers can transit.
The frequency of the buses is every five minutes during peak hours and every 15 minutes during non-peak hours.
Operating hours are 6am to 11pm.
For more information, visit the service's Facebook page (www.facebook.com/goklcitybus) or Twitter #GOKL or call the hotline at 1-800-88-7723.
Source
Additionally, all 15 vehicles are disabled-friendly. Besides WiFi-enabled, they are also equipped with security cameras to ensure safety of passengers. GPS is also available onboard and enforcement officers often travel incognito with the passengers.
That's not all. The bus service is also eco-friendly as, according to a report, a sapling will be planted for every cumulative 1,000km travelled to offset the estimated carbon emission of 0.11 metric tonnes. Thinking ahead, the worn-out tyres will be used to create artificial reefs to help restore damaged coral reefs. Source
THE Land Public Transport Commission (SPAD) has no plans to cease the free GO-KL bus service, following protests from taxi drivers here, NST reported.
Go-KL city bus routes: (Source: NST)
I blew up the earlier image on purpose so that the text could be easily read. Here's the uncluttered version..
When you visit KL next, do try out the Go-KL free bus service. You may be pleasantly surprised at how easy it is to get from one shopping mall or tourist destination to another.
Image source: The Star
Sunday, August 19, 2012
Owning a Communication headset - Scala Rider G9
Gone are the days when two riders on a motorbike were just that - plain riders, and not able to communicate without the sound of traffic or the wind distorting voice subsequently meaning.
If I were a rider, even riding pillion at that, I would consider owning one of those headsets that enables rider-to-passenger communication. I hear the Scala Rider G9 is a good buy.
I read that this G9 is the evolution of the G4 from Scala Rider and it can pair with up to 8 other Scala Rider headsets and toggle between them. In order to activate the capability, you program the names of your riding partners into the headset and when you want to talk to them you speak their name and you will connect to them instantly for a full duplex intercom conversation. How cool is that!
Sunday, August 12, 2012
Monorail drama downtown Kuala Lumpur
There was some drama downtown yesterday afternoon when a monorail coach suddenly stopped on the tracks due to a malfunction. It happened in Brickfields in front of Wisma Monorail and near Siew Dor apartments as reported yesterday.
A total of 183 people were left stranded for close to an hour before they were rescued by firemen using two Skylift cranes.
Three passengers, including a pregnant woman, reportedly fainted when the air-conditioning system failed due to a power loss.
The two-car train, which was packed with people commuting to the city, stalled at around 2pm yesterday after leaving the Tun Sambathan station.
More in The Star..Rescue drama after monorail malfunction
Image source: The Star
A total of 183 people were left stranded for close to an hour before they were rescued by firemen using two Skylift cranes.
Three passengers, including a pregnant woman, reportedly fainted when the air-conditioning system failed due to a power loss.
The two-car train, which was packed with people commuting to the city, stalled at around 2pm yesterday after leaving the Tun Sambathan station.
More in The Star..Rescue drama after monorail malfunction
Image source: The Star
Sunday, July 8, 2012
Bukit Bintang Plaza at Jalan Bukit Bintang to be demolished
In a few years time, a portion of Jalan Bukit Bintang in Kuala Lumpur will look different from what we know it today.
The iconic Bukit Bintang Plaza, built more than 30 years ago, will be demolished to make way for the Klang Valley Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) project.
Tenants located outside the front portion of the complex have been informed to vacate by the end of the year as work on the MRT will begin early next year.
Bukit Bintang Plaza is joined to Sungei Wang Plaza and both complexes appear to be one huge shopping complex in which there is no wall separating the two and shoppers can just walk across from one to the other.
If you visit Kuala Lumpur, this is the part of the city you don't want to miss. Tourists and locals alike flock to this vibrant part of the Golden Triangle for shopping (major complexes in the city are located here), food (including Middle-eastern), entertainment (for the family as well). There are many hotels to cater to tourists, from 5-star accommodations to budget hotels.
With the MRT coming onboard, this part of the city will be easier to access via public transportation. The existing monorail service currently only links certain parts of the city centre. The MRT will cover a wider reach including Chinatown which would save you a 30-minute walk from Jalan Bukit Bintang.
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Friday, February 24, 2012
Keretapi Sarong - Sat Feb 25 Meeting Point
The clock is ticking. Keretapi Sarong day is this
Saturday, Feb 25
4:00pm until 6:00pm
Meeting Point: KFC KL Sentral. When you get there, the organizing team will inform you where to go next. :)
1 - join the project: www.RandomAlphabets.com/KeretapiSarong
2 - what we are doing, is something like No Pants Subway http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yF9FM6KqCu4
On Sunday, January 8th, 2012 tens of thousands of people took off their pants on subways in 59 cities in 27 countries around the world. In New York, our 11th Annual No Pants Subway Ride had nearly 4,000 participants, spread out over six meeting points and ten subway lines.
3 - watch video the previous project: Fake Water Gun Fight http://RandomAlphabets.com/2011/07/fake-water-gun...
Have fun, People!
Saturday, Feb 25
4:00pm until 6:00pm
Meeting Point: KFC KL Sentral. When you get there, the organizing team will inform you where to go next. :)
1 - join the project: www.RandomAlphabets.com/KeretapiSarong
2 - what we are doing, is something like No Pants Subway http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yF9FM6KqCu4
On Sunday, January 8th, 2012 tens of thousands of people took off their pants on subways in 59 cities in 27 countries around the world. In New York, our 11th Annual No Pants Subway Ride had nearly 4,000 participants, spread out over six meeting points and ten subway lines.
3 - watch video the previous project: Fake Water Gun Fight http://RandomAlphabets.com/2011/07/fake-water-gun...
Have fun, People!
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Argentina train crash in Buenos Aires - 49 killed
According to officials, at least 49 people have been killed and more than 600 injured in the worst train crash in Argentina in 40 years.
The train hit the end of the platform at Once station in the capital Buenos Aires during the morning rush hour. Dozens of people were trapped for hours in the wreckage but all have since been taken to safety. Two days of mourning have been declared and planned carnival festivities in the country have been cancelled.
Unlike here in Malaysia, train lines in Argentina are not state-owned and many parts of Argentina's rail network are antiquated and in need of repair. This incident will increase concern about lack of investment in the system.
In September 2011, 11 people died when a commuter train in Buenos Aires hit a bus crossing the tracks and then hit a second train coming into a station.
This latest accident is Argentina's worst train crash since February 1970, when a train smashed into another at full speed in suburban Buenos Aires, killing 200 people.
Source: BBC.co.uk, including images
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Join "Keretapi Sarong" this Saturday - Kuala Lumpur
Now this is something interesting. If you enjoy flashmobs, group activities and such, this activity should provide some entertainment or fun if you participate.
Come Saturday, Feb 25, expect hundreds of people dressed in colourful sarongs to flock to trains in the city, Kuala Lumpur. Observers can take pictures, smile or wave at participants.
Venue..
The Keretapi Sarong poster that can be seen all around Taman Tun Dr Ismail, Kuala Lumpur.
Keretapi Sarong is an event inspired by No Pants Subway, a flashmob which, in 2009, organised 1,200 New Yorkers to ride the subway without wearing pants in a snow storm.
The event is organised by RandomAlphabets (RA) with the objective to bring people together and have fun. RA is a non-profit organisation that puts together event-based projects in and around Kuala Lumpur.
Participants are encouraged to write their “sarong stories” on a piece of A4 paper and hold it up during the event like them below..
At the end of it, these “sarong stories” will be posted on the Keretapi Sarong official website (www.keretapisarong.posterous.com) as well as on RA's Facebook page. Your chance at fame here.
Keretapi Sarong is scheduled for 4pm on Saturday. The venue will be announced on the website today.
Anyone game for it?
Source: The Star.. Keretapi Sarong to chug through
Come Saturday, Feb 25, expect hundreds of people dressed in colourful sarongs to flock to trains in the city, Kuala Lumpur. Observers can take pictures, smile or wave at participants.
Venue..
Keretapi Sarong is an event inspired by No Pants Subway, a flashmob which, in 2009, organised 1,200 New Yorkers to ride the subway without wearing pants in a snow storm.
The event is organised by RandomAlphabets (RA) with the objective to bring people together and have fun. RA is a non-profit organisation that puts together event-based projects in and around Kuala Lumpur.
Participants are encouraged to write their “sarong stories” on a piece of A4 paper and hold it up during the event like them below..
At the end of it, these “sarong stories” will be posted on the Keretapi Sarong official website (www.keretapisarong.posterous.com) as well as on RA's Facebook page. Your chance at fame here.
Keretapi Sarong is scheduled for 4pm on Saturday. The venue will be announced on the website today.
Anyone game for it?
Source: The Star.. Keretapi Sarong to chug through
Friday, December 2, 2011
Friday Frolics - What City should you Hail a Cab in?
The quickest way to get from one place to another is by cab. When was the last time you took a cab? Ever taken one overseas? Any interesting experience(s) to share?
This week's Friday Frolics personality quiz is about cabs, specifically What City should you Hail a Cab in? Find out what the quiz says based on your personality.
This week's Friday Frolics personality quiz is about cabs, specifically What City should you Hail a Cab in? Find out what the quiz says based on your personality.
Happysurfer Should Hail a Cab in Barcelona |
 You're content with what you have in life, and you can't stand feeling worked up. You feel like you live a life of abundance. There is so much in your life to feel thankful for. You prefer to sit back and enjoy every situation life has to offer. You put an optimistic spin on everything. You don't seek out change, but you don't necessarily avoid it either. If it comes, it comes. |
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
London's iconic bus makes a comeback - the Routemaster
Check out how cool it is..
Friday, November 18, 2011
X-citing surprise from RED AirAsia X OSAKA Double Decker bus
Hope you are having better luck with the weather at where you are. Kuala Lumpur has been having rain these past few days and it is raining as we speak.
The north-east monsoon season has started in Malaysia, so if you are visiting this part of the world at this time of the year, may I suggest you also pack an umbrella or you could buy one here. Umbrellas are plentiful here and are not too pricey too. You can find them at most shops and shopping complexes. The foldable type would be more convenient to have around. A raincoat might work better though umbrellas are more widely used and easily available if you need one.
Now here is something for you if you are in KL or PJ (Petaling Jaya). Caught this tweet from AirAsia that says:
[MALAYSIA] If you're in KL or PJ today, spot the #AirAsia X OSAKA Double Decker bus & be in for an X-citing surprise!
And from the AirAsia Facebook page..
If you're in Kuala Lumpur & Petaling Jaya today, there's no better way to welcome the weekend!
Keep an eye out for the sizzling RED AirAsia X OSAKA Double Decker bus, join in the fun and participate in the activities (& catch a glimpse of our Red Hot Cabin Crew!) and you'll be in for an X-citing surprise!
There you have it. Keep a lookout for the bus and join in the fun and activities. An X-citing surprise awaits!
Image source: AirAsia Facebook page
The north-east monsoon season has started in Malaysia, so if you are visiting this part of the world at this time of the year, may I suggest you also pack an umbrella or you could buy one here. Umbrellas are plentiful here and are not too pricey too. You can find them at most shops and shopping complexes. The foldable type would be more convenient to have around. A raincoat might work better though umbrellas are more widely used and easily available if you need one.
Now here is something for you if you are in KL or PJ (Petaling Jaya). Caught this tweet from AirAsia that says:
[MALAYSIA] If you're in KL or PJ today, spot the #AirAsia X OSAKA Double Decker bus & be in for an X-citing surprise!
And from the AirAsia Facebook page..
If you're in Kuala Lumpur & Petaling Jaya today, there's no better way to welcome the weekend!
Keep an eye out for the sizzling RED AirAsia X OSAKA Double Decker bus, join in the fun and participate in the activities (& catch a glimpse of our Red Hot Cabin Crew!) and you'll be in for an X-citing surprise!
There you have it. Keep a lookout for the bus and join in the fun and activities. An X-citing surprise awaits!
Image source: AirAsia Facebook page
Monday, September 19, 2011
New KTM Komuter trains to ease congestion
From one mode of transportation, the KL monorail, to another here.. to beat the traffic congestion, taking the Komuter train is another way of getting to and from work for those who live in an area where this train service is available. Unfortunately, this train service leaves much to be desired with the breakdowns and their not keeping to the schedules. Getting to work or classes late may be a daily consequence for some.
The good news is, KTM has bought 38 new six-car train sets (SCS) and the first set of SCS is scheduled to arrive at Port Klang on Sept 25. Another five more sets will be delivered between November and December, while the remaining 32 are scheduled to be delivered in stages from January to June 2012.
Below is a picture of the new six-car train set put up by KTM at KL Sentral for public display. Called My Komuter, the train has a design speed of 140km per hour and an operating speed of 120km per hour.
Interior of the new six-car train set.
Newly-added features include LCD info screens, LED destination indicator, two coaches for women, priority seating zone, dynamic route map, intercom and CCTV.
KTMB currently has 53 stations with the addition of two new ones in Sungai Gadut and Senawang to take passengers from Batu Caves to Sungai Gadut and Tanjung Malim to Port Klang.
KTM Komuter started its services with 64 Electric Multiple Units. On Aug 3, 1995, the first KTM Komuter train began taking passengers from Kuala Lumpur to Rawang. Free trips were offered until Aug 11, 1995.
There are also "women only" coaches.
Source: The Star
The good news is, KTM has bought 38 new six-car train sets (SCS) and the first set of SCS is scheduled to arrive at Port Klang on Sept 25. Another five more sets will be delivered between November and December, while the remaining 32 are scheduled to be delivered in stages from January to June 2012.
Below is a picture of the new six-car train set put up by KTM at KL Sentral for public display. Called My Komuter, the train has a design speed of 140km per hour and an operating speed of 120km per hour.
Interior of the new six-car train set.
Newly-added features include LCD info screens, LED destination indicator, two coaches for women, priority seating zone, dynamic route map, intercom and CCTV.
KTMB currently has 53 stations with the addition of two new ones in Sungai Gadut and Senawang to take passengers from Batu Caves to Sungai Gadut and Tanjung Malim to Port Klang.
KTM Komuter started its services with 64 Electric Multiple Units. On Aug 3, 1995, the first KTM Komuter train began taking passengers from Kuala Lumpur to Rawang. Free trips were offered until Aug 11, 1995.
There are also "women only" coaches.
Source: The Star
Friday, July 8, 2011
Public transportation and Diversion of buses in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday (Bersih rally)
Read update for Saturday, Kuala Lumpur is deserted
If you are in Kuala Lumpur and have a need to go downtown tomorrow, the information below on road closure and public transportation diversion may be helpful. The Bersih 2.0 rally is supposed to take place tomorrow though the stadium venue has yet to be determined. I'm staying at home. Don't want to add to the traffic congestion nor want to be caught in one.
Folks in Penang are luckier. They have the chance to watch this awesome dance performance of the 12 Monkeys and more.
News on Bus diversion in KL from The Star:
KUALA LUMPUR: Puduraya, Hentian Putra and Hentian Pekeliling bus terminals will be temporarily closed from 12.01am to 10pm on Saturday as police close off major roads into the city centre.
Buses heading for Hentian Putra would be diverted to the Integrated Transport Terminal-Bandar Tasik Selatan (ITT-BTS) and those headed to Puduraya and Pekeliling would be diverted to Hentian Duta.
As to the last light rail transit and KL monorail stops that city bus and taxi passengers would be allowed to disembark at, please see image below.
Click on image to enlarge
Motorists using major roads in Kuala Lumpur may want to refer to the alerts on bus route diversions through DBKL's electronic signboards.
Source: The Star..Buses to be diverted away from KL
If you are in Kuala Lumpur and have a need to go downtown tomorrow, the information below on road closure and public transportation diversion may be helpful. The Bersih 2.0 rally is supposed to take place tomorrow though the stadium venue has yet to be determined. I'm staying at home. Don't want to add to the traffic congestion nor want to be caught in one.
Folks in Penang are luckier. They have the chance to watch this awesome dance performance of the 12 Monkeys and more.
News on Bus diversion in KL from The Star:
KUALA LUMPUR: Puduraya, Hentian Putra and Hentian Pekeliling bus terminals will be temporarily closed from 12.01am to 10pm on Saturday as police close off major roads into the city centre.
Buses heading for Hentian Putra would be diverted to the Integrated Transport Terminal-Bandar Tasik Selatan (ITT-BTS) and those headed to Puduraya and Pekeliling would be diverted to Hentian Duta.
As to the last light rail transit and KL monorail stops that city bus and taxi passengers would be allowed to disembark at, please see image below.
Click on image to enlarge
Motorists using major roads in Kuala Lumpur may want to refer to the alerts on bus route diversions through DBKL's electronic signboards.
Source: The Star..Buses to be diverted away from KL
Friday, June 3, 2011
Friday Frolics - What Form of Urban Transportation Are You?
Gee, this is nice.. I'm nice. hehe..
Happy Friday, Everyone!
Happy Friday, Everyone!
You Are a Hybrid Car |
 You're the type of person who likes to pay it forward. When you're kind to people, you mean it. You are peace-seeking and even a bit of a hippie deep down. You want to make the world a better place. You like to help and support others. You're always willing to do a favor for a friend. You are predictable, stable, and consistent. You try to tread lightly and leave each place a little better than you found it. |
Monday, February 21, 2011
Puduraya bus terminal to reopen on April 16
Having not been to the Puduraya bus terminal or its vicinity ever since it was closed for upgrading last April, I was naturally excited by its progress driving by it the other day. The area is also quite devoid of traffic jams right now as you can see in the picture below.
Let's take a closer look.. New paintwork, of course. See the covered pedestrian walkway/waiting area in front of the terminal by the road? Commuters would appreciate this - great for rain or shine. The place is not quite ready yet, note the boarding.
Front-view.. Completely new look..
Familiar entry ramp. If you are driving, this is the only way in. This is one-way. Exit is through another way, at the back of the complex.
Good news for you if Puduraya is your hub for public transportation for going outstation, e.g., for going back to your hometown. The authorities have now set April 16 for the new date for the opening of the RM52mil terminal.
We will see a host of facilities that will improve the level of transportation services. There are two escalators heading to the basement where buses are parked and one travellator from a new main entrance to the ground floor.
Before, the waiting area was hot and uncomfortable for travellers waiting to get on or for people waiting for friends and family to arrive. The place used to be dusty and filled with carbon fumes. In the new terminal, heat from the bus engines and smoke will no longer affect the passengers at the ground floor with the new air-conditioned waiting area.
Other new features include ticket counters on the first floor, a surau (prayer area) on the second floor and a food court on the fourth floor.
All the 198 previous tenants including bus operators, food outlets, retail outlets, convenience stores and baggage storage will return to Puduraya. There will be 51 ticket counters for 72 bus companies.
Travellers to note:
- Puduraya terminal will only be for northbound routes
- Bandar Tasik Selatan terminal will be for southbound routes beginning March l, 2011
Information on and Map of Bandar Tasik Selatan
Related articles:
"Puduraya terminal" temporarily relocated to Bukit Jalil Parking Lot F
Puduraya bus terminal to close for 4 months from March 19
Kuala Lumpur Public Transportation
Opening of Puduraya bus terminal rescheduled to April 16, The Star
Let's take a closer look.. New paintwork, of course. See the covered pedestrian walkway/waiting area in front of the terminal by the road? Commuters would appreciate this - great for rain or shine. The place is not quite ready yet, note the boarding.
Front-view.. Completely new look..
Familiar entry ramp. If you are driving, this is the only way in. This is one-way. Exit is through another way, at the back of the complex.
Good news for you if Puduraya is your hub for public transportation for going outstation, e.g., for going back to your hometown. The authorities have now set April 16 for the new date for the opening of the RM52mil terminal.
We will see a host of facilities that will improve the level of transportation services. There are two escalators heading to the basement where buses are parked and one travellator from a new main entrance to the ground floor.
Before, the waiting area was hot and uncomfortable for travellers waiting to get on or for people waiting for friends and family to arrive. The place used to be dusty and filled with carbon fumes. In the new terminal, heat from the bus engines and smoke will no longer affect the passengers at the ground floor with the new air-conditioned waiting area.
Other new features include ticket counters on the first floor, a surau (prayer area) on the second floor and a food court on the fourth floor.
All the 198 previous tenants including bus operators, food outlets, retail outlets, convenience stores and baggage storage will return to Puduraya. There will be 51 ticket counters for 72 bus companies.
Travellers to note:
- Puduraya terminal will only be for northbound routes
- Bandar Tasik Selatan terminal will be for southbound routes beginning March l, 2011
Information on and Map of Bandar Tasik Selatan
Related articles:
"Puduraya terminal" temporarily relocated to Bukit Jalil Parking Lot F
Puduraya bus terminal to close for 4 months from March 19
Kuala Lumpur Public Transportation
Opening of Puduraya bus terminal rescheduled to April 16, The Star
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Government to reduce subsidies?
I remember receiving an SMS a few days ago to participate in some forum or feedback session on the subject of government subsidies.
What do you think? Should our government reduce subsidies to the rakyat (people)? A short news item in the papers today says Reduction of subsidy will result in RM103bil savings
The article from The Star says:
KUALA LUMPUR: Proposed reduction of Government subsidy will result in savings of RM103bil over five years, says Idris Jala.
Subsidy rationalisation laboratory has proposed that fuel price be increased in mid-2010 by 10 to 15 sen, followed by 10 sen increase every six months until it reaches market price.
More to come
When the day comes for more subsidies to be reduced, more items will be priced higher but will salaries be raised to commensurate the extra expenditure? Time to start the austerity drive like changing to smaller cars or perhaps turn to public transport among others? Food for thought, eh?
What do you think? Should our government reduce subsidies to the rakyat (people)? A short news item in the papers today says Reduction of subsidy will result in RM103bil savings
The article from The Star says:
KUALA LUMPUR: Proposed reduction of Government subsidy will result in savings of RM103bil over five years, says Idris Jala.
Subsidy rationalisation laboratory has proposed that fuel price be increased in mid-2010 by 10 to 15 sen, followed by 10 sen increase every six months until it reaches market price.
More to come
When the day comes for more subsidies to be reduced, more items will be priced higher but will salaries be raised to commensurate the extra expenditure? Time to start the austerity drive like changing to smaller cars or perhaps turn to public transport among others? Food for thought, eh?
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