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$22,450 Base Price MSRP
$31,315 As Tested MSRP
Model Lineup: Nissan Xterra 2WD X ($22,450); 4WD X ($24,500); 2WD S ($25,420); 4WD S ($27,470); Off-Road ($29,200); 2WD SE ($28,530); 4WD SE ($30,400)
Standard Engine: 4.0-liter DOHC 24-valve V6
Engine Options: 4.0-liter V6
Standard Transmission: 5-speed automatic
Transmission Options: 6-speed manual; 5-speed automatic
Basic Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles
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Model Tested MSRP: Nissan Xterra Off-Road automatic ($30,400)
Standard Equipment: Hill Descent Control; Hill Start Assist; 16-inch alloy off-road wheels with trail tires; Bilstein shock absorbers; skid plates; rear side bumper steps; front tow hook; roof-mounted off-road lights; gear basket on roof rack; fog lights; leather-wrapped steering wheel; cruise control; auto-dimming rearview mirror with compass; 9-speaker Rockford Fosgate audio system with 6CD/MP3 changer, auxiliary input and XM Satellite Radio; overhead console; three12-volt DC outlets; air conditioning; rear wipers; power door locks and windows; remote keyless entry; rear cargo channel system with utility hooks; First Aid kit; cargo net
Options As Tested: Floor mats ($115)
Standard Safety Equipment: dual-stage frontal airbags, side-impact airbags in front, airbag curtains, seat belt pre-tensioners and load limiters, tire pressure monitor, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control
Optional Safety Equipment: noneDestination Charge: $800
The 2010 Nissan Xterra comes in four models. Most offer a choice of rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. All are powered by Nissan's award-winning aluminum V6, stroked to 4.0 liters and making 261 horsepower and 281 pound-feet of torque at 4000 rpm. With 4WD and the smooth (optional) five-speed automatic transmission, the Xterra achieves 15 city and 20 highway miles per gallon, a bit more with 2WD or the standard six-speed manual transmission.
An Off-Road model is available that will go pretty much anywhere. It comes with Hill Descent Control, heavy duty trail tires, and skid plates. The electronic 4WD system is part time, with three functions available: 2WD, 4WD High and 4WD Low.
Last year (2009) Nissan freshened the Xterra's appearance a bit and, more importantly, made front-seat side-impact and full-length side-curtain airbags standard on all models. The Xterra now rates four of five stars in NHTSA crash tests for frontal impact, and three stars for rollover. For 2010, Nissan has made last year's Gear Package standard on S and SE models, and what was the Technology Package is now standard on SE and Off Road.
The base-level Xterra X 2WD ($22,450) comes with a six-speed manual transmission, cloth upholstery, air conditioning, remote keyless entry, cruise control, six-speaker sound system with single CD, three 12-volt DC outlets, power windows, 60/40 folding rear seat, cargo-area carpeting, roof rails with an air dam, and 16-inch steel wheels. The Xterra X 4WD ($24,500) adds an electronically controlled transfer case with three functions: 2WD, 4WD High and 4WD Low. A five-speed automatic transmission is available, although Nissan lists the X 2WD automatic ($23,250) and X 4WD automatic ($25,300) as separate models. Manual-shift X 4WD's come with BFGoodrich Long Trail tires.
The Xterra S 2WD ($25,420) and 4WD ($27,470) come with the automatic transmission only, and add an eight-way adjustable driver's seat, power mirrors, an interior microfilter, fog lamps, aluminum step rails, roof rack crossbars and gear basket, and alloy wheels with BFG Long Trail tires. The X-model's cargo-area carpeting is replaced by an easy-to-clean plastic cargo floor with two C-channels and four moveable hooks to strap down mountain bikes and things, plus additional hooks in the ceiling and side panels.
The Terri SE 2WD ($28,350) and 4WD ($30,400) upgrade further with leather seats; leather-wrapped steering wheel with Bluetooth and audio controls; Rockford Fosgate audio with 6CD changer, MP3 capability, auxiliary input, and XM Satellite Radio; auto-dimming inside mirror with compass; illuminated vanity mirrors; first aid kit; cargo net; and 17-inch alloy wheels. Mirrors and door handles are body color instead of black.
The Xterra Off-Road comes only with 4WD, but with a choice of manual ($29,200) or automatic ($30,400) transmission. Equipment is similar to SE, except that the Off-Road skips the step rails and leather seats. (It features its own unique red-and-gray rugged fabric upholstery.) Off Road adds roof-mounted driving lights, a front passenger seat that folds flat, an electronic locking rear differential, Bilstein gas shocks, and skid plates for the oil pan, fuel tank and transfer case. The automatic transmission version comes with Hill Descent Control and Hill Start Assist as well. Either way, Off Road rolls on BFG Rugged Trail tires mounted to 6-spoke 16-inch alloy wheels.
Splash guards ($135) for the X are the only factory option, but port-installed accessories range from a tow hitch ($460) to a dockable DVD player ($495) and Garmin portable navigation. But not all accessories are available on all models, so check with your dealer for details.
Safety equipment on all 2010 Xterra models includes dual-stage front airbags, side-impact airbags in front, roof-mounted airbag curtains with a rollover sensor, and the LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren). Vehicle Dynamic Control and vented disc brakes with ABS and EBD also come standard, along with the government-mandated tire pressure monitor.
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One of the six exterior colors offered on the 2010 Nissan Xterra is called Red Brick, a fitting name because if there's any SUV on the market that looks like a brick, it's the Xterra. But that's part of its popularity, if not charm.
This year's remaining color choices are Silver Lightning, Night Armor, Super Black, Navy Blue and Avalanche. You get the idea.
The front end is all very symmetrical and beef. Tidy, no-nonsense headlamps. The lower corners of the front fascia are rugged and massive, although not conspicuously so because they're flat black. The grille is sort of a black egg-crate hole with a floating chrome Planet Nissan logo in the center, surrounded by an inverted isosceles trapezoid (finished in a flat silver plastic Nissan calls Sandblast Aluminum) with wings that look like handles on a loving cup trophy. More Sandblast Aluminum trim wraps up from underneath like a bib, suggesting the skid plate that's real only on the Off Road model.
Our test vehicle was an Off Road, which meant the moldings on the doors were flat black instead of body color, which is kind of ugly especially since there are exposed bolts underneath, apparently where the running boards attach to other models.
Boxy fender flares hang over the wheels: decidedly common six-slot units on the X, and no-more-interesting five and eight-spoke cast-alloy patterns on the S and SE, respectively. At least the dark centers and six machine-finished spokes of the Off-Road's wheels add some interest. Maybe it's just as well, because snazzy wheels might not go with the mud flaps.
The Xterra's distinction comes as much from its roof rack as any vehicle on the road. It was tweaked last year, although how much tweaking can you do to a roof rack? Nissan calls its sloping front surface an air dam, and that's where the Off Road model houses its 50,000-candlepower roof lights. All but X have a "gear basket" right behind the air dam that's meant to hold wetsuits and ski boots and muddy mountain-biking clothes; it's covered by a lid held down with a sloppy plastic latch.
The back half of the Xterra is the part that people mostly notice. The brick has big windows. What's that lump on the tailgate? They might ask. That's where the First Aid kit goes. That kind of thing is what the Xterra has been all about, successfully, ever since it was introduced. And other things, such as the side steps that make it easy to climb up on the bumper and reach the roof rack.
2009 brought some small changes to the interior of the Xterra: a new center instrument panel cluster with new HVAC switches, new fabric upholstery for the X and S models, and unique rugged fabric with red stitching for the Off-Road. Except for the new standard equipment noted above, there have been no further changes for 2010.
The driver and front passenger seat recline way back, although when we tried to take a nap at a rest stop we couldn't line up our butt, the gap between the seat and seatback, the small of our back, the back of our head, and the headrest. The reclined seats might better fit six-footers.
The center console is deep, with coin holders and two cupholders and the emergency brake handle. Nice tray forward of the shift lever, glovebox of decent size, steering-wheel controls on most models. Good visibility out the rear liftgate window and big side rear windows.
The rear seat, split 60/40, folds flat with a few steps. Some SUV seats fold easier, some with more difficulty. Good grab handles over the rear doors, one map pocket on the driver's seatback, two 20-ounce bottle holders. Legroom in the rear seat is a bit lacking, at a mere 34.4 inches, although a person can fit their knees in there, even behind the driver with his or her seat slid back.
The cargo area is where the Xterra comes into its own. All but the base model have an Easy Clean surface, like hard vinyl, making your wet dog no problem. There's a nice deep hidden compartment under the floor, and no less than 10 utility hooks on the floor, sides and ceiling. Space and nets to carry jugs. We were intrigued by the adjustable track system in the cargo floor, similar in design to the Utili-track system offered on the Nissan Titan and Frontier pickups. Like the Easy Clean surface, it's standard on all but the base-level X.
Driving Impressions
The Nissan Xterra is built on a truck chassis. Its body is attached to a boxed-in steel ladder frame and uses a rugged suspension, double-wishbone front and solid axle with leaf springs in rear. It's the same chassis as the Nissan Frontier pickup truck, although the Xterra has a higher center of gravity that you can feel in the ride, which is reasonably comfortable thanks to a longish wheelbase.
During our week in the Xterra, including 40 miles on gravel and dirt roads, we didn't encounter any harsh spots in the ride, which is saying a lot, although the side-to-side motion is a bit more pronounced than with crossovers.
We took a few runs on a rough off-road course, and the Xterra met every traction and crevice challenge it faced, using 4WD HI and 4WD LO, easily switchable with one knob on the dash. Also, with short overhangs front and rear, things don't easily drag in the gulleys. You can take it hunting or dirt biking to the top of rugged mountains with no worries.
We tested Hill Descent Control on the off-road course as well. Provided only on Xterra Off Road with automatic transmission, Hill Descent Control (HDC) allows you to travel down a steep hill and rely on electronics (raising both feet off the pedals) to keep the Xterra safe and steady at 5 mph, with throttle control and ABS applied by the truck's tiny brain and feet, better in this circumstance than your own big ones. If you live in a place that has snowy and icy hills in winter, HDC, available on some other SUVs (that don't have to be off-road equipped), could save your life or the life of another, for example a passenger on the sidewalk. It also helps the driver keep the rear from sliding out on a steep, muddy descent, so you don't slowly slide off the trail and into a tree.
Hill Start Assist also comes only on the Xterra Off-Road with automatic transmission, though that seems strangely misplaced. Hill Start Assist allows you to start moving forward on a steep uphill, without drifting back, useful off road and in San Francisco. But with an automatic transmission, that's not a problem, because you have two feet and there are only two pedals. It's needed with the manual transmission Xterra, if anything, but Nissan didn't design HSA to work on that one.
The 4.0-liter V6 that's used in the Xterra is a great engine, a stroked version of the award-winning 3.5-liter that's used in the 350Z sports car and other Nissans. It has all the right stuff: aluminum block and heads, Teflon-coated pistons, Continuous Valve Timing Control (CVTCS), Nissan variable Induction Control System (NICS), silent timing chain and microfinished camshaft and crankshaft surfaces, digital knock control system, and 105,000-mile spark plugs.
Fuel economy for the Xterra is an EPA-estimated 15 city and 20 highway miles per gallon with 4WD, a bit more with 2WD. It would get more, if the body wasn't such a brick.
The engine certainly has plenty of horsepower and torque, 261 hp and 281 pound-feet, but its torque curve, peaking at a high 4000 rpm, is more suited to a sports car than a truck. As a result, the automatic transmission kicks down a lot at casual speeds, even 35 mph, from fifth gear to fourth; but because it's so smooth, you hardly notice it. However you do notice that the Xterra doesn't feel terribly powerful. Until you boot it, and then it blows you away. When you let it run, you find yourself driving a truck SUV that wants to be a Nissan 350Z. There will be no problem passing on two-lanes, or running with the hot sedans up long freeway slopes.
The Nissan Xterra maintains its steady course on the road and off, as a popular SUV that can do it all and then some, with a fold-flat cargo area that's rugged and easy to clean, and built-in channels on the floor with 10 hooks or eyelets to tie things down. Side-impact airbags in front and full length airbag curtains were added last year as standard equipment and, for 2010, most versions come with more standard conveniences. The fabric upholstery is attractive and rugged, and there are plenty of cubbies. The Xterra is user friendly, has a comfortable ride for a truck, and wears well. In 4WD it achieves 15 mpg city and 20 mpg highway, using an exceptional 4.0-liter V6 engine and smooth five-speed automatic transmission.
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So here's a fun parlour game. (NP is best at it :-P). Spot the many different ways in which philosophers attribute to Being the properties of capitalism, or of capital. Here's a good one, from Heidegger's A Dialogue on Language:
We say 'correlation' also when talking about the supply and demand of commodities. If man is in a hermeneutical relation, however, that means that he is precisely not a commodity. But the word 'relation' does want to say that man, in his very being, is in demand, is needed, that he, as the being he is, belongs within a needfulness which claims him.
Doesn't this demand for man "as the being he is" (and the attentiveness to this demand required for an authentic relation to the two-fold of presence and presence of beings) sound a lot like the capital-labour relation?
"J: Man stands 'in relation' then says the same as: Man is really as man when needed and used by…
I: … what calls on man to preserve the two-fold." [Those aren't my ellipses – they indicate great minds finishing each others' sentences.]
"[M]an who by nature stands in relation to, that is, is being used by, the two-fold."
It is only when man is made into a use-value, when man is used (or used up ) in the relation to Being – that is, when man is used by capital in the relation to and production of capital (or, if you prefer, in the preservation of the two-fold) – it is only in this scenario that man truly is. That which uses man can only be preserved if man maintains his relation to it – capital depends on the capital-labour relation for its reproduction. Therefore it is our ethical duty, above all else, to attend to capital/Being's demand.
It's probably not a coincidence that this dialogue between "a Japanese and an Inquirer" also thematises what Heidegger calls "the complete Europeanization of the earth and of man"; the "modern technicalization and industrialisation of every continent." I ought to say more about this – the way in which Heidegger's romantic anti-capitalism reinscribes the production of the capital-labour relation within its (manifestly troubling) discourse of authenticity – but I think the parlour-game fragment will do for the moment…


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CULTURE- Shepherds, rejoice: 35 years later, Vashti Bunyan is back!
It seemed from the get-go that the stage was set– Vashti Bunyan's first album was championed by the manager of the Rolling Stones, and her debut single had been penned by Mick and Keith themselves. But things grew more complicated with the release of Just Another Diamond Day in 1970.
Its otherworldly shimmering and timid swaying chord progressions were just a little too alien for the mainstream markets of the era, and it was not well received even though it makes a fantastic soundtrack by which to tend sheep in a placid corner of the Italian countryside. In other words, it was savaged by critics who have just as much trouble describing it now as they did in 1970.
Bunyan, then in her mid '20s, wasn't equipped to deal with all the frowny faces (though it could be argued that she was obviously cruisin' for a bruisin' with her xylophone-and-mandolin reimagining of "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star"), and she retreated from the music industry for a full 35 years before rolling out the follow-up, Lookaftering.
And as it turns out, three-plus decades of meditation might just be a viable cure for the sophomore slump: both albums are captivating listens, particularly with headphones, so it'll be worth the Satellite Ballroom's price of admission just to see how she brings it all to life Sunday night.
But despite any lumps or bumps or even occasional missteps– gentle ones, of course, delivered in a voice so soothing you scarcely know they're there– Lookaftering is an unqualified success on at least one front: seemingly against all odds, Bunyan has again delivered an album perfect for the relaxing goat herder. The two records are separated by three and half decades, but it might has well have been a week. If nothing else, that proves beyond all doubt that she's resolute in her artistic identity and capable of remaining true to her vision through all sensible boundaries of space and time.
The Hook: I'd like to apologize in advance for spending so much time on your 35-year disappearance.
Vashti Bunyan: Don't worry. I know it's the main ridiculousness of the story.
The Hook: So... er, why?
Vashti Bunyan: It was because I gave up music entirely and on purpose in 1971, after my album came out and nobody took any notice of it. I decided I must be rubbish.
The Hook: And you wouldn't so much as play guitar during that time?
Vashti Bunyan: Oh, no. It just hung up on the wall; it would just remind me of Diamond Day. It was ridiculed back in its day.
The Hook: So how did you react when they called it a classic when it was reissued?
Vashti Bunyan: Complete astonishment, honestly, but also great delight, because I put myself back in the shoes I was in when I made the album. It was like giving a present to the young girl who made those songs.
The Hook: What did you do in the meantime that affected the new album?
Vashti Bunyan: Well, I had my kids, I looked after so many different people and animals and things and learned how to make a living out of nothing, made furniture, had market stalls. I lived a pretty unconventional life; it just didn't include music. I grew a lot of potatoes.
The Hook: When did you start writing again? Why? Was it difficult?
Vashti Bunyan: It was definitely when the reissue of Diamond Day came out in the UK in 2000. The reviews this time were understanding– they seemed to get what I was talking about back then. They gave me courage. I picked up the guitar, and it didn't sound so terrible.
The Hook: It sounds like you were a pretty sensitive 24-year-old
Vashti Bunyan: I was always pretty shy. There wasn't much feedback; if you didn't have record sales, you assumed that nobody liked your music. The reviews that did come out were not very positive, and people were not as generous as they are now.
The Hook: So what would have happened if this one had been poorly received by critics?
Vashti Bunyan: Yeah, that was my dread. Between mastering the album and its release, I don't think I slept a wink. Would I have given up? Possibly not, because I would have had people to listen to. I would have known what was wrong.
The Hook: Did you find that you had a lot of material ready to gush out?
Vashti Bunyan: Yeah. And a lot of it was complete rubbish. It took a while to wade my way through. It was like teenage poetry, because I hadn't addressed all of those things for so long. It was a long time before I let anybody see or hear any of it, because I just didn't have any confidence in it at all.
The Hook: What changed about you during your time off?
Vashti Bunyan: I was incredibly slow. At first I thought I'd never be able to play my own guitar because it was terrible. After a while, it comes back. Even after 30 years, it comes back.
The Hook: But, honestly, how much a part of you can music be if you were able to ignore it for so long?
Vashti Bunyan: It had been my dream, and I had to put it away. Now I know how much of a hole it left in my life.
The Hook: Lots of people are tying your return to the success of Devendra Banhart and Joanna Newsom. Is there a connection?
Vashti Bunyan: Devendra has been my greatest advocate and a fantastic friend. She and Joanna have made a place for me, and I will always be indebted to them for that, but I don't feel as if I influenced them or they me.
The Hook: You don't think the resurgence of folk music made things more hospitable for your return?
Vashti Bunyan: I don't consider myself a folk singer. I don't have a traditional bone in my body.
Vashti Bunyan at the Satellite Ballroom Sunday, February 4. Vetiver and Meredith Bragg open. $15, 8pm.


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Some newborns' breathing during the first hours of life is more rapid and labored than normal because of a lung condition called transient tachypnea of the newborn (TTN).
About 1% of all newborns develop TTN, which usually eases after a few days with treatment. Babies born with TTN need special monitoring and treatment while in the hospital, but afterwards most make a full recovery, with no lasting effect on growth and development.
Before birth, a fetus' lungs are filled with fluid. While inside the mother, a fetus does not use the lungs to breathe — all oxygen comes from the blood vessels of the placenta.
As the due date nears, the baby's lungs begin to clear the fluid in response to hormonal changes. Some fluid may also be squeezed out during the birth, as a baby passes through the birth canal. After the birth, as a newborn takes those first breaths, the lungs fill with air and more fluid is pushed out of the lungs. Any remaining fluid is then coughed out or gradually absorbed into the body through the bloodstream and lymphatic system.
In infants with TTN, however, extra fluid in the lungs remains or the fluid is cleared too slowly. So it is more difficult for the baby to inhale oxygen properly, and the baby breathes faster and harder to get enough oxygen into the lungs.
TTN, also called "wet lungs" or type II respiratory distress syndrome, usually can be diagnosed in the hours after birth. It's not possible to detect before the birth whether a child will have it.
TTN can occur in both preemies (because their lungs are not yet fully developed) and full-term babies.
Newborns at higher risk for TTN include those who are:
During vaginal births, especially with full-term babies, the pressure of passing through the birth canal squeezes some of the fluid out of the lungs. Hormonal changes during labor may also lead to absorption of some of the fluid.
Babies who are small or premature or who are delivered via rapid vaginal deliveries or C-section don't undergo the usual squeezing and hormone changes of a vaginal birth. So they tend to have more fluid than normal in their lungs when they take their first breaths.
Symptoms of TTN include:
Other than the above symptoms, infants with TTN will look fairly healthy.
Because TTN has symptoms that are initially similar to more severe newborn respiratory problems (such as pneumonia or persistent pulmonary hypertension), doctors may use chest X-rays in addition to physical examination to make a diagnosis.
Other indicators used to make a diagnosis of TTN:
As with any newborn who has a breathing problem, infants with TTN are closely watched. Sometimes they'll be admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) for extra care. Monitors will measure heart rate, breathing rate, and oxygen levels.
Some are simply monitored to ensure that their breathing rates slow down and their oxygen levels remain normal. Others might need to receive extra oxygen through a mask, a small tube under the nose, or under a plastic oxygen hood (sometimes called a "headbox").
If a baby is still struggling to breathe, even when oxygen is given, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) might be used to keep air flowing through the lungs. With CPAP, a baby wears a special oxygen cannula (a type of tubing placed directly into the nose) and a machine continuously pushes a stream of pressurized air into the baby's nose to help keep the lungs open during breathing.
In the most severe cases of TTN, a baby would need ventilator support, but this is rare.
Nutrition can be a problem if an infant is breathing so fast that he or she can't suck, swallow, and breathe simultaneously. In that case, intravenous (IV) fluids provide hydration and will prevent the infant's blood sugar from dipping to dangerously low levels.
If your baby has TTN and you want to breastfeed, talk to your doctor or a nurse about maintaining your milk supply by using a breast pump while your infant receives IV fluids.
Within 24 to 48 hours, the breathing of infants with TTN usually improves and returns to normal, and within 72 hours, all symptoms of TTN end.
If fluid stays in a baby's lungs beyond that, or if an infant is not improving, doctors will look for other medical problems.
After babies with TTN receive special monitoring and treatment in the hospital, they usually recover fully. Even after TTN resolves, watch for signs of respiratory distress and call your doctor if you suspect a problem.
If your baby has trouble breathing, appears blue, or if the skin pulls in between the ribs or under the ribcage during rapid or labored breathing, call your doctor or emergency services (911) right away.
Reviewed by: Jennifer A. Tioseco, MD
Date reviewed: August 2012
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At 9:10pm on September 5th, not one minute before the time Shabbat ended in Moscow, the Israel Defense Force marching band set off from their hotel for Red Square in the Russian capital to parade before tens of thousands of people at the capital's annual Moscow Day celebration.
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Michael Faraday
To say that Michael Faraday is a giant in the history of science, and particularly in the history of electrical engineering, would actually be an understatement. A British physicist and chemist, Faraday discovered, among other things, the laws of electrolysis, electromagnetic induction (1831), hydroelectricity (1843), the relationship between electricity and gravity (1851), and atmospheric magnetism (1851).
Of all of these, electromagnetic induction was the most important. Without it power generation and power transmission would be impossible and the world we live in vastly different. Once Faraday discovered the principle of electromagnetism he was able to build the first electric motor, followed shortly after by the first generator and the first transformer. In 1832 Faraday demonstrated that three types of electricity thought to be different—that induced from a magnet, electricity produced by a battery, and static electricity—were in fact all the same. This led to great breakthroughs in electrical engineering. Faraday also introduced several words into our electricity vocabulary. These include ion, electrode, cathode, and anode. So powerful was his influence in the scientific arena that a unit of measurement—the "farad"—was named in his honor. The farad is the unit of measurement used for measuring capacitance. Capacitance is the capability of a device to store an electric charge.
Clearly, Faraday was a great scientist, but far from being the kind of scientist who locked himself in his laboratory day after day, having little contact with the outside world, Faraday brought his science to the people. In 1826 Faraday founded the Friday Evening Discourses and in the same year the Christmas Lectures for young people at the Royal Institution. Both were enormously famous and attended by hundreds of people, including such celebrities as writer Charles Dickens. Faraday was a gifted speaker and made complex science understandable to common, everyday people. In total Faraday gave 123 Friday Evening Discourses between 1826 and 1862 and 19 Christmas lectures between 1827 and 1861. These Christmas lectures were aimed at children. One of these lectures, titled The Chemical History of a Candle, was published in Faraday's twilight years and became an instant classic. It remains a classic of scientific literature.
In 1923 the Institution of Electrical Engineers (IEE) in the United Kingdom reestablished the Faraday Lecture series to continue Faraday's mission of bringing science to the masses, especially children. Each year, a leading organization in the field of electronics is invited by the IEE to present the Faraday Lecture in commemoration of the work of Faraday. Such famous individuals as Sir David Attenborough and Carl Sagan have given Faraday Lectures. Faraday was born on 22 September 1791 in England and lived his whole life there before dying on 25 August 1867.


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The halal facilities in Kuala Lumpur make it one of the most favoured destinations by Muslim travelers. There is an array of halal friendly hotels in Kuala Lumpur and finding one is not difficult. Some of the Kuala Lumpur Muslim friendly hotels include the Legend Hotel, Grand Seasons Hotel, etc. Today Kuala Lumpur stands as one of the most distinguished cities in South East Asia.\r\nThe former city centre of Kuala Lumpur at Merdeka Square is the core of the history of the city. It houses several historical buildings, which are fine examples of the amalgamation of British architecture with the Moorish style. There are several museums in the city such as the Islamic Arts Museum, which preserve the Islamic History of the country in the form of various artefacts. The Suria KLCC is one of the major attractions in the city. Apart from being a luxury shopping destination among locals, Suria KLCC also features several halal restaurants, the Petronas Art Gallery and Petrosains Science Discovery Centre. The Central KL Lake Gardens are excellent to relax and refresh yourself.\r\nKuala Lumpur features several shopping malls and markets. The main shopping destination in the city is the Suria KLCC. The areas of Bukit Bintang and Bangsar are home to several shopping complexes and markets. Just south of the Merdeka Square is the bustling Chinatown where visitors can find a variety of local specialities and authentic handicraft items. For Islamic artefacts the area around Masjid Jamek in Little India is an excellent place to shop.\r\n...more
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On the hunt for Romantic Restaurants in KL? We've picked out the best! :)
The halal facilities in Kuala Lumpur make it one of the most favoured destinations by Muslim travelers. There is an array of halal friendly hotels in Kuala Lumpur and finding one is not difficult. Some of the Kuala Lumpur Muslim friendly hotels include the Legend Hotel, Grand Seasons Hotel, etc. Today Kuala Lumpur stands as one of the most distinguished cities in South East Asia.
The former city centre of Kuala Lumpur at Merdeka Square is the core of the history of the city. It houses several historical buildings, which are fine examples of the amalgamation of British architecture with the Moorish style. There are several museums in the city such as the Islamic Arts Museum, which preserve the Islamic History of the country in the form of various artefacts. The Suria KLCC is one of the major attractions in the city. Apart from being a luxury shopping destination among locals, Suria KLCC also features several halal restaurants, the Petronas Art Gallery and Petrosains Science Discovery Centre. The Central KL Lake Gardens are excellent to relax and refresh yourself.
Kuala Lumpur features several shopping malls and markets. The main shopping destination in the city is the Suria KLCC. The areas of Bukit Bintang and Bangsar are home to several shopping complexes and markets. Just south of the Merdeka Square is the bustling Chinatown where visitors can find a variety of local specialities and authentic handicraft items. For Islamic artefacts the area around Masjid Jamek in Little India is an excellent place to shop.
The nearest airport to the city is the Kuala Lumpur International Airport in Sepang about 53 Km from the city. The KLIA Ekspres arrives directly inside the airport from KL Sentral;one way trip costs 35RM and round trip costs 70RM. The Express Coach takes about one hour for one way transfer. It costs 10RM for on-way and 18RM for a round trip. Taxis are also easily available from and to the airport and are quite affordable.
For Muslim travelers the first concern is the availability of halal food. Kuala Lumpur has a wide range of halal restaurants. Some of the most prominent halal restaurants in Kuala Lumpur include the Al Rawsha Restaurant, Mandarin Oriental, Bangsar Seafood Garden Restaurant,Al Nafourah,Santai Restaurant & Café, etc. At these restaurants one can enjoy authentic halal Malay delicacies.
Malaysia being a Muslim state, mosques can be found all around the country. The main masjid in the city is the Masjid Negara. Other prominent masaajid include the Masjid Jamek, As Syakirin Masjid, Masjid India, Masjid Wilayah Persekutuan, Masjid Jamek Seri Petaling, Yayasan Al-Bukhari Mosque,etc.
Jalan Sultan Ismail Ground Floor, No.32 Jalan Sultan Ismail 50250 Kuala Lumpur
Pejabat Pos Suria KLCC, C21-9/h/i Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur 50088
Level 56, Menara 3 Petronas, Persiaran KLCC, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Grand Hyatt, 12, Jalan Pinang, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2 Jalan Puncak, Kuala Lumpur, 50250
Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Jalan Parlimen, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur-Selangor border, Malaysia
Signature Food Court (Suria KLCC), 50088 Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Lot 1.41.00 - 1.51.00 Jalan Bukit Bintang 55100 Kuala Lumpur Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
THE GRAND PALACE RESTAURANT @ PAVILION 168, Jalan Bukit Bintang Kuala Lumpur Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
KLCC, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
KLCC Level 2, 147, Jalan Ampang, 55000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Jalan Ampang Kuala Lumpur City Centre 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Lorong Masjid India 4, City Centre, 50100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Jalan Mahkamah Persekutuan, City Centre, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
199, Jalan Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur, Selangor Malaysia
Ada pepatah mengatakan bahwa sushi itu membagi orang menjadi dua tipe – Mereka yang menyukai atau membencinya. Bagi pecinta sushi, artikel ini cocok untuk kamu! Sebenarnya terdapat banyak makanan khas Jepang selain sushi, bisa jadi rasa – rasa baru lainnya akan juga menggugah selera kamu. via GIPHY Memang sulit menemukan restoran khas Jepang yang menyajikan makanan Halal di Kuala Lumpur, karena meskipun dagingnya Halal, makanan yang disajikan cenderung menggunakan mirin dan anggur beras. Kami ingin memberikan kamu pengalaman menyantap makanan khas Jepang yang luar biasa dan Halal di Kuala Lumpur, jadi simak deh restoran – restoran Halal khas Jepang di KL berikut ini: 1. Sushi King Kredit Foto: Sushi King di Facebook Ini bisa jadi adalah restoran paling terkenal di KL, kebanyakan orang pergi ke Sushi King untuk memuaskan rasa ingin makan sushi mereka. Ada banyak pilihan menu tersedia di restoran ini, dari buffet sampai à la carte, dan lebih kerennya lagi jika tidak ada menu yang kamu inginkan di buffet, kamu bisa memesannya secara terpisah. Sushi King jelas merupakan salah satu restoran sushi buffet terbaik yang terbaik di Kuala Lumpur, meskipun begitu mereka tetap memiliki variasi menu yang banyak jadi walaupun makanan khas Jepang bukanlah makanan favorit kamu, dijamin kamu akan menemukan sesuatu yang kamu suka disana! Temukan di: Ada lebih dari 100 outlet di Malaysia, jadi Kamu pasti menemukan satu di dekat kamu 2. Sukiya Malaysia Kredit Foto: Sukiya Malaysia di Facebook Bersertifikat halal, Sukiya Malaysia menyajikan makanan Jepang seperti masakan lokal - tanpa daging babi dan kandungan alkohol - maka jika kamu sedang mendambakan semangkuk mie ramen, kamu tahu harus ke mana. Salah satu restoran Jepang tertua di Malaysia, Sukiya Malaysia telah dibuka sejak 1982 dan mereka paham benar tentang cara memperlakukan pelanggannya. Datang langsung dari Jepang, suasana restoran ini adalah budaya pop Jepang dengan makanan khas Jepang seperti Gyudon, Kari Jepang dan Chicken Bowl, dan yang terakhir tentunya Ramen. Temukan di: Restoran ini kebanyakan berada di mall. Dua outlet yang paling terkenal di Kuala Lumpur adalah di Mid Valley Mega Mall dan Sunway Velocity Mall. 3. Ramen Village Kredit Foto: Ramen Village di Facebook Tempat lain untuk memanjakan diri kamu dengan mie Ramen adalah Ramen Village – nama yang menggambarkan isi menu dari tempat tersebut. Rasa yang disajikan sangat mantap lebih lagi mereka bahkan menawarkan hidangan fusion, gabungan antara masakan khas Jepang dengan cita rasa Thailand dan Korea, yang disesuaikan dengan standar Halal. Kuah kaldu miso adalah salah satu menu yang terbaik disajikan dengan ayam yang begitu lembut sehingga hanya hancur berantakan. Karena harganya, restoran ini bukanlah restoran yang tepat untuk kunjungan rutin, tetapi sangat layak kok untuk dicoba sekali-kali. Temukan di: NU Sentral, Lot L5 09, No. 201, Jalan Tun Sambanthan, 50470, Kuala Lumpur 4. Agehan Japanese Restaurant, Grant BlueWave Hotel Kredit Foto: Grand BlueWave Hotel Shah Alam di Facebook Kalau kamu mencari restoran Jepang tipe fine dining di KL, maka Agehan adalah tempat yang harus kamu datangi. Restoran Jepang bersertifikat halal ini berada di hotel bintang lima, tetapi mereka memiliki berbagai menu dengan macam - macam kisaran harga. Bermewah ria dengan menu à la carte untuk fine dining, atau pilih menu buffet dengan harga terjangkau di akhir pekan. Menu unggulan Agehan adalah masakan tradisional Jepang - seperti Hosomaki Sushi, Nigiri dan Makimono - serta sentuhan rasa lokal pada masakan seperti Tuna Mayo Maki dengan Cili padi (cabai mata burung). Restoran ini adalah salah satu restoran Jepang terbaik di Lembah Klang. Temukan di: Grand BlueWave Hotel Shah Alam, Persiaran Perbkamuran, Seksyen 14, 40000 Shah Alam. 5. Wagyu Kokoro Kredit Foto: Wagyu Kokoro di Facebook Pastinya tidak mudah untuk menemukan Wagyu Yakiniku Halal di KL. Eiitsss.. tunggu dulu dan jangan berkecil hati! Karena Wagyu Kokoro ada untuk kamu. "Yakiniku" sendiri, yang artinya adalah daging panggang menjelaskan menu yang mereka sajikan. Benar saja, disini kamu bisa memanggang - panggang sendiri daging beef Halal pilihan chef mereka yang kualitasnya di atas rata - rata yaitu tingkatan A4 sampai A5. Mantap bukan? Selain daging beefnya yang lezat, mereka juga menyajikan menu berbahan ayam dan seafood yang segar. Menu yang disajikan ada beberapa tipe, dari menu pedas dan tidak pedas, serta dari menu set yang bisa dimakan 2 sampai 6 orang dan menu terpisah. Semua makanan yang disajikan pasti nendang. Selain itu, tempat ini memang cocok sekali untuk berkumpul bersama keluarga tersayang dan teman - teman kamu. Jangan lupa untuk mencoba Chicken Yakitori dan Kokoro Spicy Seafood Stew-nya, ya! Temukan di: Jalan Teknologi 2/1C Signature Park, Kota Damansara, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia 6. Pepper Lunch Express Kredit Foto: PepperLunch Malaysia di Facebook Meskipun salah satu outlet Pepper Lunch Express yang berada di Pavilion ditutup, mereka masih memiliki cabang di beberapa food court tertentu yang masih buka. Spesialisasi masakan Pepper Lunch adalah hidangan lada mereka (hampir semuanya sih) dan masakan disini paling enak dimakan langsung waktu sedang panas - panasnya. Coba deh Pepper Rice mereka yang diberi berbagai pilihan daging atau seafood dicampur dengan semua saus dan topping yang mereka tawarkan untuk membuat lidahmu bergoyang. Siap – siap ya terkena tendangan panasnya! Where to find: Bukit Bintang Food Court, Pavillion Food Court 7. Toyyiban Sushi, Bangi Getaway Kredit Foto: Toyyiban Sushi di Facebook Satu-satunya restoran sushi milik seorang Muslim, Toyyiban Sushi adalah bisnis milik sebuah keluarga yang dimulai oleh salah satu anggotanya yang merupakan orang asli Malaysia yang pernah belajar di Jepang. Meskipun tidak memiliki banyak pilihan pada menu mereka, restoran ini membuat orang muslim nyaman karena hidangan yang mereka sajikan adalah hidangan Halal terbaik di Kuala Lumpur. Selain sushi goreng renyah, mereka juga menyajikan hidangan mie seperti Udon, Soba dan Bento dengan harga yang pas. Mereka menawarkan sentuhan lokal pada kecap pedas (sambal kecap) yang dicampur dengan wasabi. Fakta menarik tentang restoran ini adalah bahwa restoran ini dinamai berdasarkan ayat Al-Qur'an loh! Dimana umat Islam diperintahkan untuk makan makanan murni, murni - Halalan Toyyiban – jadi pastinya kamu bisa yakin bahwa yang kamu makan disini itu makanan Halal! Temukan di: Bangi Gateway Shopping Complex, 43650 Bandar Baru Bangi, Selangor Darul Ehsan Itu tadi adalah beberapa restoran Jepang halal terenak di KL, jadi sekarang kamu bisa memuaskan hasrat ingin makan sushi atau masakan Jepang kamu di restoran – restoran diatas. Dari ikan bakar, sticky chicken, sashimi segar, atau wasabi yang nendang, buffet dan menu yang menyediakan semua yang kamu inginkan. Makanya, simak terus Aplikasi HalalTrip agar kamu bisa memberikan pendapatmu tentang tempat-tempat tadi, menu favorit kamu, dan jangan ragu deh untuk share tentang temuan - temuan kamu saat traveling langsung ke kami....
Kuala Lumpur – the city that never stops growing. Beneath all these skyscrapers, you can always discover new places that are beyond the ordinary. From classic to contemporary designs, the hotel industry in KL has really put itself above the rest. These hotels create experiences and set a unique ambiance for their guests. Each one of them holds their own identity and story. Here at HalalTrip, we want you to discover only the best of Kuala Lumpur, so here are our top picks of hotels this year. via GIPHY And the best part is, we have carefully cherry-picked these hotels so that they (hopefully!) won't burn a hole in your pockets. If you're on a budget, hang in there cause the cheapest one is right at the bottom of this article! So stay tuned! 1. The Kuala Lumpur Journal Hotel Credit: Kuala Lumpur Journal HotelNestled along the busy streets of Bukit Bintang, The Kuala Lumpur Journal Hotel is the ideal hotel for a luxurious stay while being on a 'budget'. Just 300m away from Bukit Bintang Monorail Station, this hotel is minutes away from local nightlife and KL's food galore. Credit: Kuala Lumpur Journal Hotel Credit: Kuala Lumpur Journal HotelWhat we love most about Kuala Lumpur Journal Hotel is its retro-inspired design. Our favorite spot at this hotel is The Swimming Club. When you're staying at this hotel, don't miss the chance to lounge by the outdoor swimming pool. Imagine rattan lounge chairs, mismatched printed sofa, open air alfresco setting and neon lights. Relax and enjoy the city view from above.Feeling extra glamorous? Pack your velour tracksuits because all those neon lights will gladly take you back to the '80s or maybe pretend you're in Yuna and G-Eazy's Blank Marquee music video! Price per night: Starting from SGD 95Address: 30, Beremi Street, Off, Sultan Ismail Street, Bukit Bintang, 50200, Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaWebsite | Facebook | Instagram 2. Hotel Stripes Kuala Lumpur, Autograph Collection Credit: MarriottLocated in the city center of Kuala Lumpur, Hotel Stripes KL is part of the Marriott Autograph Collection, offering bespoke guest rooms designed with a contemporary and urban touch. Never miss a chance to catch the sunset by the infinity pool at the rooftop. Credit: Marriott Our favorite part of this hotel is the urban neighborhood it's in. This is definitely a different side from the usual sight of Kuala Lumpur. Walk down the streets of this neighborhood and you'll find a mix of old and new businesses. Being in this area of Kuala Lumpur, you'll still find yourself reminiscing the colonial era. Price per night: Starting from SGD 101Address: 25, Kamunting Street, Chow Kit, 50300, Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaWebsite | Facebook | Instagram 3. Alila Bangsar Credit: Alila Bangsar Just 3 minutes from Bangsar LRT Station, Alila Bangsar welcomes you with its high-level oasis. Why? Because its lobby is on the 41st floor! This 5-star hotel is the go-to hotel if you're looking for extremely stylish yet spacious rooms in Kuala Lumpur. Expect huge beds with a spacious lounge area all in one room at an affordable price. Along with sleek design washrooms and a full rain shower, Alila Bangsar is an absolute dream for a stay in Kuala Lumpur. Credit: Alila Bangsar Credit: Alila Bangsar Alila Bangsar gives you the best stay if you're someone who appreciates contemporary design. Alila Bangsar is all about combining modern minimalist features and natural elements together. Along with minimalist lounge area, the pool in this hotel is simply amazing. Price per night: Starting from SGD 106Address: East Side, 58, Ang Seng Street, Brickfields, 50470, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Website | Facebook | Instagram 4. Oasia Suites Kuala Lumpur by Far East Hospitality Credit: Oasia Suites Kuala LumpurSituated close to the Menara KL Tower, Oasia Suites creates a fresh and vibrant ambiance for guests. This hotel emphasizes the natural elements and brings healthy lifestyles together in their hotel. In essence, Oasia Suites is a simple retreat from your busy lifestyle schedules. Credit: Oasia Suites Kuala LumpurOasia Suites accommodates you with its range of room types. It starts from the deluxe room, two types of one bedroom suite, two types of two bedroom suite to the family room. What's fun about this hotel is the fact that each room has a very cute kitchenette and washing machine.This 4-star hotel also has a large rooftop swimming pool, gym, and a restaurant. For a longer stay, this hotel is the best choice you could ever make! Price per night: Starting from SGD 52Address: 10, Lorong P. Ramlee, Kuala Lumpur, 50250, Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaWebsite | Facebook | Instagram 5. MOV Hotel Credit: MOV Hotel KLLocated in the Changkat area of Bukit Bintang, a busy area in Kuala Lumpur, MOV Hotel will greet you with its European-style interiors. The hotel was first opened in 2018. The building is still new and fresh. MOV Hotel's interior is very well-thought. It has a strong modern style - black, gray, white and red are used as their main colours. This hotel provides 147 rooms including 9 lofts. The room design is very edgy. With the hint of red inside the room, the ambiance becomes very romantic. On the rooftop, there is an outdoor swimming pool with a view of the city. You can chill and relax while sitting on a modern hanging chair. Let's slide down to the restaurant. Well, quite literally, because an actual slide to the restaurant is built just for you. In this playful restaurant, you can enjoy Wurst: a semi-buffet style breakfast. So unique, right? Price per night: Starting from SGD 44Address: 43, Berangan Street, Bukit Bintang, 50200, Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaWebsite | Facebook | Instagram 6. Tian Jing Hotel Credit: Tian Jing HotelIf you are looking for a hotel with a traditional touch and ambiance, then you must try to bunk into this amazing hotel. Situated in Chinatown, Tian Jing Hotel is a boutique hotel that is inspired by traditional Chinese architecture. Prepare to get charmed. Credit: Tian Jing HotelHandpicked unique furniture is all over the hotels and the rooms. From its wooden bed frame, wardrobe to its china glassware. Each room has a private gravel based courtyard separated by bamboo blinds from the bedroom. Credit: Tian Jing HotelFacing the bedroom is a large spacious outdoor bathroom with copper pipelines. Yes, it is outdoor, natural yet private. You can literally enjoy having a warm or cold fuzzy shower in the open air. Price per night: Starting from SGD 65Address: 66-68, Sultan Street, City Centre, 5000, Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaWebsite | Facebook | Instagram 7. Bello & Bella Boutique Hotel Credit: Bello & Bella Boutique HotelLocated in the residential segment of Cheras, Bello & Bella Boutique Hotel stands out from its surrounding. It will be hard for you to miss it. Bello & Bella pampers you with its European style and a touch of modern colors: ash gray, turquoise, gold, and honey-ish yellow. Credit: Bello & Bella Boutique HotelBello & Bella is a 4-story tall building with 19 available rooms that come in different sizes. With the exception of the studio type room, each room is equipped with a bathtub. The penthouse rooms have a sky view design bathroom where you can relax and watch the sunsets while taking a bath. What's fun about this hotel other than its style is its 24/7 free coffee machine. You can enjoy having your coffee anytime while reading some interesting magazines on the reading corner - Edgy. Credit: Bello & Bella Boutique Hotel Price per night: Starting from SGD 37Address: 19, 6 Manis Street, Taman Segar, 56100, Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaWebsite | Facebook | Instagram ...
Kuala Lumpur is known to be one of the most visited city for backpackers. It is pretty easy and cheap to roam around the city of KL which makes it safe and affordable for a first solo trip. It is rich in culture, history, and there is a whole array of religious sites you can visit. KL has so much to offer! There are plenty of hostels available in KL, but not all of them are worth a stay. If you are doing a solo or getaway trip with your friends, you will need a place to impress. Cheap but stylish hostels? We definitely got you! If you are planning to backpack to KL but have not really decided where to stay, we have gathered..... drum roll via GIPHY 5 MOST CHIC HOSTELS TO BUNK IN KL for as low as S$13! 1. Bunk & Bilik Jalan Ipoh | Bunk & Bilik Sri Petaling Credit: Bunk & Bilik Jalan Ipoh Credit: Bunk & Bilik Sri Petaling Bunk & Bilik is a contemporary designed hostel located in both Jalan Ipoh and Sri Petaling, Kuala Lumpur. This hostel accommodates bunk beds and private rooms (bilik in Bahasa Melayu). So, you can choose your room based on your budget or your privacy needs. Talking about price, Bunk & Bilik's shared bunk bedroom type is priced at only SGD 14. Seriously, don't believe me? Check out their website for more information lahh! Credit: Bunk & Bilik Jalan Ipoh Credit: Bunk & Bilik Sri Petaling If you're new to hostels, the bunk beds are located in a shared room. Every shared room comes with its own shared bathroom. The most important thing is, you do not have to worry about being in the same room with the opposite gender. In Bunk & Bilik, you can choose to book a bed in a mixed-gender room or a female-only room. Credit: Bunk & Bilik Jalan Ipoh Credit: Bunk & Bilik Sri Petaling The Bunk & Bilik at Sri Petaling has a dark and industrial, minimalist look while the Bunk & Bilik at Jalan Ipoh has a bright, vibrant look to it. You can expect well-maintained amenities, cozy lounge areas as well as bits and pieces of the Malaysian culture at every corner of the hostels. Don't miss the chance to grab a sit at their dining tables to experience communal dining the Malaysian way! And did we mention? Refreshments are free to flow guys! Price per night: Starting from SGD 13Address: 646, Sultan Azlan Shah Street, Segambut, 51200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | 9, Radin Bagus Street, Sri Petaling, 57000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Website | Facebook | Instagram (Jalan Ipoh) | Instagram (Sri Petaling) 2. Mingle @ Chinatown | Mingle @ High Street Does sleeping in a 100-year-old building sounds fun to you? Then this one is perfect for you! To start off, Mingle has two hostels located right in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, one in Chinatown and the other in High Street. Mingle hostels provide shared rooms with bunk beds as well as private rooms. Both located just 5 minutes away from LRT stations, these hostels makes it super simple to get around Kuala Lumpur. Credit: Mingle Chinatown Credit: Mingle High Street Let's talk about Mingle Hostel at Chinatown. This building has been around for about A CENTURY! Although it has been occupied for so long, it is safe to bunk into this hostel as they have been perfectly restored. The interior (and exterior) of Mingle @ Chinatown gets us all excited because it truly takes you back to the 1900s. Imagine peeling walls and wooden rattan lounge chairs. Credit: Mingle Chinatown Credit: Mingle Chinatown Moving on to Mingle @ High Street, it isn't that different. However, Mingle @ High Street takes you to colonial times. The High Street hostel is a lot brighter as compared to the one in Chinatown. Somehow it gives off the olden days atas (high-end) vibe. To top it all off, Mingle @ High Street is also the first ever hostel in KL to have their very own swimming pool within the hostel. Credit: Mingle High Street Credit: Mingle High Street Price per night: Starting from SGD 20Address: 53, Sultan Street, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | 22, Tun H S Lee Street, City Centre, 50100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Website | Facebook | Instagram 3. The Bed KLCC Credit: The Bed KLCC Strategically located in Kuala Lumpur's Golden triangle, The Bed KLCC is the best and cheapest place to stay if you are looking at staying in the city area. Though everything about this hostel is strategically designed to fit as many travelers, the brick walls and 'fireplace' still evokes some coziness within the hostel. This hostel is extremely close to major shopping malls such as Suria KLCC and the famous Petronas Twin Towers. Credit: The Bed KLCC Everything about this hostel is systematic, clean design and well-maintained. Built in 2017, this capsule hostel accommodates air-conditioned shared bunk beds and private rooms for single travelers. What we love most about this hostel is how there are weekly Friday movie nights for guests! Located just behind the building is a whole stretch of stalls serving local food. So if you're looking for some authentic Malaysia experience, grab a chair and dig into some Roti Canai for breakfast! Getting around KL gets even easier, knowing that there is a free GOKL shuttle bus stop right in front of the building. Price per night: Starting from S$18Address: VORTEX KLCC, 12, Sultan Ismail Street, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Website | Facebook | Instagram 4. Paper Plane Hostel Credit: Paper Plane Hostel Located in the corner of Bukit Bintang, the Paper Plane Hostel is the best-rated hostel to stay in KL. Away from the hustle and bustle of Bukit Bintang, the Paper Plane Hostel is nestled in a calm and quiet environment. The building was once an old colonial house that was rebuilt into the hostel it is today. Credit: Paper Plane Hostel The walls of Paper Plane Hostel is carefully decorated with black decals that turn it into an artsy hostel. The Paper Plane Hostel a mix of double and triple bunk beds. If you're a solo traveler, you can also opt for a single bedroom. Once you step into the Paper Plane Hostel, you'll be greeted with a full glasshouse lobby. Did we mention that this hostel has its own rooftop garden? Oh yes, they do! Price per night: Starting from S$23Address: 15, Sin Chew Kee Street, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Website | Facebook | Instagram 5. BackHome KL Credit: BackHome Hostel Located in the bustling area of the financial and historical district in KL, BackHome is an interesting boutique hostel to stay. Restored from 6 colonial shop houses, BackHome offers you a spacious contemporary designed place to stay. Credit: BackHome Hostel Double and gender-based dorm rooms are accommodated in this hostel. There is a large light-field courtyard in the middle where you can hang around, meeting new people or have a good conversation with your friends. Credit: BackHome Hostel Very much well-designed as it has been awarded by Malaysian Architecture Association's PAM Award for "Best Adaptive Re-use", this place guarantees you the best backpacking experience you could ever get. Delivering to its name, BackHome motto is to make sure that you should receive home comforts while staying here. Price per night: Starting from S$15Address: 30, Tun H S Lee Street, City Centre, 50100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Website | Facebook | Instagram...
Have you ever wondered how people can travel so regularly? Air tickets can get really expensive sometimes. But you know what, there is always a way to land yourself on the plane, not cheap... but at a reasonable price. Today, you have your trusty Google Flights to filter only the best flight deals to your preferred destination. Besides being practical and fast, Google Flights has a variety of features that can help you to plan your travel at a price that fits your saving fund. So let's skip the talking a go straight to it! 1. Pick More Than One Destination If you're still thinking which destination to go to and budget is important to you, then you need to use this feature! Google Flights lets you choose more than one destination under one search session. For example, if you're wondering which is cheaper – Singapore to Kuala Lumpur or Singapore to Penang, you can now add two destinations as your arrival airport and Google Flights will then choose the best deals for you! 2. Use the Map View on Google Flights Similar to the map feature on hotel booking platforms, Google Flights gives you the ability to view the different air ticket costs as a whole on the map. This way you are able to compare destinations in a glance. 3. Read everything Google Flights has included the feature to notify you if the flight tickets shown are generally cheaper during your travel period. So keep a look out for these if you want to snag the best deals. Though, it also helps if you have flexible travel dates. 4. Your Travel Menu will provide information about upcoming trips and edit travel reservations offline. This feature called 'You Trips' helps you to review upcoming vacation schedules or what you have done, complete starting from booking tickets, hotels, and other schedules. All data collected is guaranteed safe, and Google claims only users can access all ordering data. However, users can still send order details to friends or family directly from the application. 5. Plan the Cost of The Trip You can also plan your trips according to your costs. The Google application will automatically provide an estimated price of the trip that matches the contents of the bag. In the Google application, just use voice search or type, for example, "Attractions in Lombok". Then select "Other popular places on Lombok Island", then there will be a row of options at the top that can be shifted and select "Plan a Trip". You can adjust options such as date of departure, length of stay, other details such as hotel class and transit information that can be changed according to holiday needs. After selecting the departure and return dates, you will see a list of "best flights" that show the best combination of comfort and price factors. If you are not ready to order a ticket, you can choose to monitor the price in order to receive notifications by email when the ticket price is expected to change or when the price has changed significantly. 6. Now, Google uses artificial intelligence technology that can detect if there is an aircraft delay. Powerful predictive technology AI (Artificial System) is being used in several applications. Starting from mobile messaging to smart diapers. And now AI is used to predict flight delays. Google Flights now presents a wealth of information on flight delays, including providing information on reasons for late travel, before the airline notifies delay information to prospective passengers. To find out, users only need to search for flight numbers or destination routes to find out information on flight delays from Google Flights. The machine learning system will use flight history status info to predict delays. This feature will also give a flag when there is at least 80 percent confidence that the prediction will come true. Google emphasizes that you must still come to the airport on time, but you will be better prepared when you get there.Overall, these are the 6 coolest features in Google Flights. Hopefully the article above can help you to make your trip. But to do this, you must first have a Google application or Google App that can be downloaded on the Play Store. Good luck!...
Eat. Sleep. Repeat. via GIPHY Malaysia is famous for its scrumptious local cuisine as well as international restaurants, which makes it quite easy to find some great spots. If you have any doubts about where to eat in Kuala Lumpur, we have listed out some fantastic places that range from hawker stalls to food trucks, without forgetting popular restaurants too. So simply take your pick from the spots listed below! Malaysian Cuisine 1. Village Park Nasi Lemak Credit: Village Park Restaurant on Facebook This eatery is owned by a Chinese Muslim couple and is very famous for their nasi lemak ayam goreng. The succulent fried chicken is the best part of this dish which is excellent when paired with the fragrant coconut rice.The restaurant was chosen as the winner for the Best Ayam Goreng by Blogger's Choice in 2011 and at the Time Out KL Food Awards 2014. The restaurant is a local favorite for Halal food in Kuala Lumpur that travelers to the city also enjoy. Address: No. 5, Jalan SS 21/37, Damansara Utama, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, MalaysiaOperating hours: 6.30AM to 7.30PM (Mon-Fri) 6.30AM to 6PM (Sat & Sun)Contact: +60 3-7710 7860Facebook 2. Sate Kajang Haji Samuri Credit: Sate Kajang Hj. Samuri Are you craving some satay? Drop by this Muslim-owned restaurant to get your fix of delectable marinated meat paired with some fine peanut sauce and ketupat. This restaurant had its humble beginnings in 1992 and is a top favorite for satay with several branches operating in Malaysia today.Sate Kajang Haji Samuri has been among favorite food places in KL for a very long time and is bound to run into huge crowds – but it's worth the wait and you won't be disappointed. Address: Lot 7G & Lot 7LG, Jalan Melati Utama 4, Taman Melati Utama, 53100 Kuala Lumpur Various LocationsOperating hours: 11:00AM to 12AM (Mon-Sun) 3:00PM to 12AM (Fridays)Website 3. Nasi Kandar Pelita Nasi Kandar Pelita is another Muslim-owned dining spot that is famous for its fusion of Indian and Malaysian cuisine, where some of the famous dishes include nasi kandar. While the kuah campur is a favorite as well.Nasi Kandar Pelita started out small in 1995 but rose in popularity because of their famous nasi kandar, and now there are more branches located throughout Kuala Lumpur today. Address: No. 149 Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Various LocationsOperating hours: 24 hours dailyWebsite 4. Nasi Lemak Ong Credit: Nasi Lemak Ong Malaysiaon Facebook This outlet which is famous for its own version of nasi lemak, which is actually nasi kandar is located at the Pavilion Shopping Mall. The original stall has been around for over 20 years in Alor Star, and the locals in the area refer to nasi kandar as nasi Lemak which is the reason for this mild confusion.The founder, Ong Tee Kea who hails from China gained his expertise from an Indian Muslim chef and the dishes here boasts of the wonderful fusion of Chinese, Indian and Malay flavors. From spicy curries with fragrant rice and even unique charcoal-infused roti canai - you will certainly enjoy the menu here. Address: Lot 8.105 Level 8 Pavilion Shopping Centre Bukit Bintang Kuala Lumpur Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur(Pavilion Shopping Mall - 168, Bukit Bintang Street, Bukit Bintang)Operating hours: 10AM to 10PM (Daily)Contact: +60 3-2110 3499Facebook Street Food 5. Mansion Tea Stall Formerly known as Al Amnah, the Mansion Tea Stall is famous for its teh tarik which is considered as the national drink of Malaysia. It's even better when you pair your drink with their Roti Banjir Special which is served with gravy, soft boiled eggs, dhal, and spicy sambal. This stall has been one of the go-to places for teh tarik and roti, which is great if you are wondering where to eat in Kuala Lumpur for a late dinner. Address: Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaOperating hours: 24 hours daily 6. Cendol Durian Runtuh Credit: Cendol Durian Runtuh CowKit on Facebook While the durian is renowned for its pungent odor, durian cendol is a very popular dessert in Malaysia that you should try at least once. If you need to beat the heat with a durian cendol, pay a visit to the ever-popular Durian Runtuh which serves up one of the best versions of this dessert.Due to the popularity of the stall, you might encounter a long line, however, it's certainly worth the wait for a big bowl of the cool dessert. Address: No. 57, Lorong Raja Bot, Chow Kit, Kuala LumpurOperating hours: 2PM to 3AM (Daily)Facebook 7. Babarittos Food Truck @ TAPAK Urban Street Dining Credit: Babarittos Delight on Facebook The Muslim-owned Babarittos food truck was started by Aircraft Engineering graduate, Muhammad Hafiy whose father played an important role in the kitchen as well. You can head down to Babarittos at TAPAK Urban Street Dining which serves up delights such as burritos, quesadillas, and nachos which will leave you wanting more. Both the beef and buttermilk chicken burritos are the favorites you cannot miss, but it won't hurt to check out the other flavors as well. They serve up some pretty great pasta and burgers if you are in the mood too. Address: Tapak Urban Street Dining, Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaOperating hours: 5PM to 1AM (Tue-Sat) 5PM to 12AM (Sunday) (Closed on Mondays)Contact: +60 16-682 4877Facebook 8. FirstOrder Food Truck @ TAPAK Urban Street Dining Credit: First Order The FirstOrder food truck who is famous for their Milky Mango drink should be your next stop if you want to cool down after a long day. Every drink on the menu is mango-based, the food truck was started in 2015 by the founder Kamal; who thought of creating a business around his favorite fruit.You can catch FirstOrder at TAPAK Urban Street Dining, and do try the refreshing Mystic Mango shake which is another favorite. Address: Tapak Urban Street Dining, Jalan Ampang Various LocationsOperating hours: 6PM to 12AM (Daily)Website | Facebook | Instagram 9. Borak Time Food Truck @ TAPAK Urban Street Dining Credit: Borak Time on Facebook Wondering where to eat in Kuala Lumpur and get a hot fresh meal? The Borak Time food truck has just what you need. Their most popular dishes are definitely the Nasi Lemak Kukus with Garlic and Herb Grilled Chicken.Doesn't that sound delicious? They also served up some awesome Grilled Lamb as well as Bangers and Mash which is great if you want to deviate a bit from the local fare. Address: Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur City Center, Kuala LumpurOperating hours: 6PM to 12AM (Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday) 6PM to 1AM (Friday) 6PM to 1.30AM (Saturday) (Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays)Contact: +60 13-257 2054Facebook Indian Fine Dining 10. Betel Leaf For Indian cuisine fans who are looking for Halal food in Kuala Lumpur: the Betel Leaf restaurant is dedicated to serving up delectable Chettinad cuisine with all those exotic flavors. This fine dining restaurant has been part of the food scene since 2009, and has a very pleasant ambiance and boasts of an extensive menu.Take your pick from the aromatic biryanis, spicy curries, thalis and so much more when you decided to dine at Betel Leaf - some favorites include the mutton biryani and deep-fried cauliflower. Do note that the restaurant is not Halal certified, but dishes are only prepared with Halal ingredients. Address: 77A, Leboh Ampang, City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaOperating hours: 11AM to 11PM (Daily)Contact: +6012 3992312 / +603 20325932Website Korean Fried Chicken 11. KyoChon Credit: KyoChon Korean fried chicken is known for unique flavors, but finding Halal options might not be so easy. You don't have to worry about Halal food at Kyochon - all the chicken is sourced from JAKIM Halal certified Halal suppliers, and there are several outlets located throughout Kuala Lumpur as well. The star items on the menu are crispy, succulent chicken with Kyochon's own unique flavors such as Soy Garlic, Red Pepper, Honey and there are rice batter options as well. Additionally, Kyochon focuses on bringing a fresh, quality and preservative-free chicken to their customers - and it certainly pays off. Address: Lot 1.54, Level 1, Pavilion KL, 168, Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100, Kuala Lumpur Various LocationsOperating hours: 10AM to 10PM (Daily)Contact: +6017-283 3707 / +6012-611 9435Website | Facebook | Instagram Japanese Shabu Shabu 12. Suki-ya Credit: Suki-Ya, KL on Facebook At Suki-ya, you can enjoy the famous shabu shabu which is a healthy combination of fresh veggies, thinly sliced beef and more. The restaurant features four tantalizing soup bases to choose from and a nice range of appetizers as well.Even though alcoholic drinks are served at the restaurant, no alcohol is used in food preparation and the meat suppliers are JAKIM Halal certified. Suki-ya has been around since 2003 and is based on the Japanese shabu shabu spots which promote a comfortable and cozy setting. Address: Suki-Ya @ Tokyo Street Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, Lot No. : 6.24.04, Level 6 Various LocationsOperating hours: 11:30AM to 10PM (Mon-Sun)Contact: +603 2141 4272Website | Facebook Halal Dim Sum 13. Dolly Dim Sum Credit: @dollydimsum on Instagram Dolly Dim Sum is another great spot for Halal dim sum that is completely pork-free, with pretty delectable menu options too. This nice dim sum spot aims to create a modern concept of the Chinese tea house and give their customers a unique experience. Dolly Dim Sum has it all - from Siew Mai and Har Gao dumplings in bamboo baskets to egg tarts, as well as a nice range of drinks to go with your meal. Address: Lot G9 Ground Floor, Avenue K, 156 Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Opposite KLCC) Various LocationsOperating hours: 11AM to 10PM (Daily)Contact: 03-2181-3830Website | Facebook | Instagram Seafood Heaven 14. Muhibbah Seafood Restaurant Credit: Muhibbah Seafood Restaurant on Facebook This Muslim-owned restaurant's specialty involves a nice little fusion of Chinese and Thai cuisine with a menu that boasts of variety. The best dishes you cannot miss include sotong (deep fried squid), as well as the Thai Style chicken.This is one of the best Halal food spots to visit if you get the craving for seafood or for those savory Asian flavors, and it has been around for over 30 years as well. Address: Lot 2851, Jalan Seri Penchala, Kg. Sg. Penchala, 60000 Kuala Lumpur, Petaling Jaya, MalaysiaOperating hours: 12PM to 2:30PM | 6:30PM to 10PM (Daily)Contact: +60 3-7727 3153Facebook 15. Shell Out - Publika Credit: Shell Out on Facebook The Shell Out at the Publika mall is a Muslim-owned restaurant that features Cajun style seafood which is quite unforgettable once you try it. Founded by a husband and wife team, Shell Out is must visit for seafood lovers who are looking for fresh, delicious food with great flavor.You can choose from crabs to clams and prawns, or even octopus and select the cooking style, sauces, and spice level. There are some great combo deals to choose which is great for a large group or even you prefer sampling a bit of everything.Address: A2-G2-1, Solaris Dutamas, No.1, Jalan Dutamas 1, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Various LocationsOperating hours: 10AM to 10PM (Daily)Contact: +6016-3054616Website | Facebook | Instagram Western and Fusion Cuisine 16. Chili's Credit: Chili's Malaysia on Facebook Known best for serving up Tex-Mex food, you can taste your share of burgers, wraps, nachos and so much more from their mouth-watering menu. Popular items on the menu include their Chicken enchiladas and fajitas, but do give the Classic Ribeye steak or the Classic Club Sandwich a try too. Even though Chili's is not Halal certified and serves alcohol, they do have a Halal kitchen so you can still enjoy Halal meals here. We advise readers to consume at your discretion. Address: Lot 346B, Level 3, Suria KLCC, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur Various LocationsOperating hours: 11AM to 11PM (Sun-Thu) 11AM to 12AM (Fri & Sat)Contact: 03 2164 1400Website | Facebook | Instagram 17. My Burger Lab Credit: myBurgerLab on Facebook Want to try something unique? My Burger Lab specializes in a little range of burgers with charcoal infused buns, and you can even create your own burger with the delicious options on offer. With burger delights such as the Nasi Lemak Ayam Rendang and the In-N-Out Tribute, you will be back for more.The restaurant was founded by Ren Yi, Chang Ming, and Wee Kiat who initially had no professional culinary experience, but gained their expertise through part-time jobs in the food industry. My Burger Lab uses only Halal ingredients, so you can dine here with no worries. Address: No.8, Jalan Awan Hijau, Taman OUG, 58200 Kuala Lumpur Various LocationsOperating hours: 5PM to 10.15PM (Mon-Fri) 11AM to 4PM | 5PM to 10.15PM (Sat & Sun)Website | Facebook | Instagram 18. Kay's Steak & Lobsters Credit: Kay's Steak & Lobster on Facebook If a hearty dinner or lunch is what you are after, Kay's Steak and Lobsters might be that perfect dining spot. You can enjoy a range of juicy steaks - from Angus Ribeye to Sirloin with a side of mashed potatoes and a sauce of your choice, while seafood fans can opt for their famous Lobster Thermidor as well.Founded by a husband and wife team, the restaurant features an extensive menu and has been a favorite for western cuisine for a while. Additionally, you can easily reach the restaurant within a 35-minute drive from the Kuala Lumpur City Centre Address: 12A, Jalan Putra Mahkota 7/6b, Putra Heights, Subang Jaya, Selangor, MalaysiaOperating hours: 5PM to 10PM (Tue-Fri) 1PM to 10PM (Sat & Sun) Closed on MondaysContact: 03-5887 1081Website | Facebook | Instagram 19. Cor Blimey British Fish and Chips (Damansara Uptown) Credit: Cor Blimey Damansara Uptown on Facebook Cor Blimey's founder Adam Joseph Hanrahan who was raised in Hampshire, United Kingdom, started the restaurant to share his favorite British meal - fish, and chips, with Malaysia which is his second home. This is one of the best spots for Halal food in Kuala Lumpur, and for authentic British fish and chips.Of course, you must try their Signature Fish and Chips where you get to choose the type of fish, batter, and sides or add-ons. With platters, burgers and other British staples such as Bangers and Mash, this is an ideal outlet for a casual night out. Address: No 33 Jalan SS 21/1A, Damansara Utama, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia Various LocationsOperating hours: 5PM to 10PM (Tue-Thu) 12PM to 10PM (Fri-Sun)Contact: +60 37733 8358Website | Facebook | Instagram...


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Top PR tips for agrimarketing event organizers
An integral part of the marketing mix, an effective PR campaign can help significantly generate awareness of your next ag event or tradeshow and increase sales. Below are the top five ways, supported by examples, strategic public relations can attract sales and registrations leading up to your next big event.
1. Create an incentive. With hundreds of Ag events each year, how can you push your organization's show to the top of the list for busy Ag professionals? The answer is simple: you need to create an incentive for participants to attend. And we don't just mean pens and pins, either.
One way to do this is to create an awards program targeted to areas where you are most looking to draw new attendees. For example, you can establish an award for the company that has done the most to contribute to building business in a new market. You can then announce a list of finalists and work with them to promote their being named as finalists, creating additional opportunities of media exposure for the event organizer and nice reputational exposure for the company. It is most important, though, to encourage all finalists to attend the conference, where they will receive special recognition, and where one will be named the final winner.
It is also crucial to demonstrate tangible benefits of event attendance. By showing attendees what nuggets they can take away to apply to their own workplace, and by creating a level of excitement around unique opportunities to see excellent speakers, you can help potential attendees see: a) how important attendance is to their own development and b) make the case internally on the value of the registration price.
2. Create a sense of 'must attend.' Repeated mentions of the conference, its speakers and exhibitors, milestones in attendance, etc., in social and traditional media will create a sense of momentum and that the conference is something that is important to be part of. Some concrete suggestions for event organizers to consider:
- Create a social media campaign that encourages those who have registered to ask their friends and colleagues, "Are you in?"And provide sample tweets and social media messages to all the speakers/exhibitors at their event to make it as easy as possible for them to promote their participation.
- Engage your audience to pose the questions they are most pondering in relation to the conference sessions—and work to incorporate some of their questions (submitted via social media, email, and other channels) into the event.
- Attract targeted media to the actual event – and then call attention to their attendance on your website and through other channels. The more media interest, the more interest companies will have in attending so they can arrange media briefings.
- Hold a Q&A with some key speakers in the lead-up to the event to promote the sort of issues that will be discussed at the conference. This can be a video or audio podcast, or it could be held as a Twitter chat, with your organizational Twitter handle or a key representative from your organization interviewing a key speaker and inviting conference attendees to pose a question.
3. Take a holistic approach to your PR and marketing efforts. When you are planning other marketing initiatives, such as scheduled e-mail blasts, ads and newsletter drops, consider using the content for PR purposes as well (storylines, press release content, media outreach, op-eds, social media, etc.) to target publications read by potential attendees. The editorial credibility and reinforcement will help motivate people to register. Some other examples:
- When there are sister events taking place at another place during the year, consider harnessing the power of PR to cross-promote and generate interest from key attendees.
- If/when you publish your event preview, consider pushing the preview content out through social media channels including Twitter, key blogs, LinkedIn, and other places where prospective attendees spend time online.
- Survey attendees as they register. You can gather information that will not only help fine tune your event's content, but will also create the opportunity for news gathering. You can develop a story around the results of, say, the three minor but significant changes growers say they intend to make over the next two years.
4. Make use of compelling content (including a strong, unified theme) to attract attendees.
The program 'theme' can and should help anchor the entire program and also attract attendees.
Once you have settled on an umbrella theme, look for ways for the sponsors and attendees to tie into it and carry it all the way through as a unified industry message and call to action. Other considerations:
- Create an editorial calendar for your show – what is the story you want to tell, what do the "chapters" look like, and what communication tools will you use to engage with potential attendees? Make sure that you help attendees see that flow as well, and to understand how the event fits together to make a cohesive whole.
- Consider writing and placing articles (and sponsored content, as appropriate) in key publications that discuss current industry "hot topics" and, at the bottom, mention the discussion will be continued at your event. This can then be used as part of a thought-leadership direct mail campaign as well, aimed at attracting key attendees.
- Share multimedia clips from prior events as appropriate, to give people an idea of what it's like to be in person at one of your events.
- Curate content being published by and about the speakers at your upcoming event to share with potential attendees, to help get them excited about the high-caliber speakers you've lined up for your sessions.
5. Listen to – and engage with – potential attendees, in a meaningful way, online.
As you see who registers for your event, see if they are active online. If so, follow what they are talking about on a daily basis. Find ways to engage with them. Think about how your conference is addressing their day-to-day concerns if they are posting about their professional lives regularly. To take it a step further, put searches in place to find out what people are saying in real-time about some of the biggest hot-button issues that are going to be addressed at your event. This will give you clear avenues for engagement and point toward meaningful content you can share with potential attendees. But it also gives you insights that might help you better shape your programming—and your communication about the event—in a way that ensures it best serves the audience you're seeking to serve. For example:
- Use Twitter to connect with prospective attendees talking about your event, using the hashtag to create a sense of community – something that has been very effective in building attendance at many of today's conferences.
- Start discussion threads pre-show on LinkedIn or on the event website to engage people in the conversation and help them see the quality of conversations that will take place at the show, and ultimately, the benefit of attending.
- Promote various registration deadlines, show previews, news, incentives, etc. via social media channels, targeting specific attendees you want to invite.
- Ask attendees to provide their Twitter handles, blogs, and other social media contact information upon registration and begin listening regularly to the conversations they are sharing and the issues they are discussing. It's equally important to keep people engaged AFTER the event through social media channels so that they become easily excited about the next year's event when it rolls around.
Bonus tip: Repeat: Remember to monitor and adjust based on what works. For many clients, we closely monitor the link between a story placement or social media activity and sales. When something causes a spike, we do more of the same, with appropriate adjustments. And if a particular message isn't resonating in the form of sales, we regroup and refocus, and quickly adjust with new program elements. We suggest you monitor not only numbers but also whether your messages are being picked up and shared. If they aren't, it may be time to modify to better engage your audiences.