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I Buy + You Buy = WeBuy
Apr 25th
The group buying sites phenomenal is seriously very tempting from time to time. Now, there is this new website that offers you cash credit into your account when you buy this particular deal called RM 203,000.
But, before I get into that particular deal, there is one thing that interests me with WeBuy. It’s Nana, the ambassador for WeBuy. Cute no?
Also WeBuy gives you 100% money back guarantee if you are not happy about any of your purchase. Not too bad, I think not many group buying sites are giving 100% money back guarantee. Correct me if I am wrong.
So back to RM 203,000… YES!!, they are giving out RM 203,000. Not in a lump sum but to everyone who purchased “The RM203,000 WeBUY Community Giveaway Project” offer.
What is this campaign all about?
They are rewarding those who buy this without any fee a sum of money. It is in the form of credit into your account; hence you need to login to your account first.
The reward tiers are as per below.
Additional Information
| No. of Participants | Cash Prize Giveaway to Each Participant | Total Giveaway From WeBUY (RM) |
| 0 – 499 | 0 | 0.00 |
| 500 – 1499 | RM 3 x 1,499 | 4,497.00 |
| 1500 – 2499 | RM 5 x 2,499 | 12,495.00 |
| 2500 – 3499 | RM 7 x 3,499 | 24,493.00 |
| 3500 – 3999 | RM 9 x 3,999 | 35,991.00 |
| 4000 – 4499 | RM11 x 4,499 | 49,497.00 |
| 4500 – 4999 | RM13 x 4,999 | 64,987.00 |
| 5000 – 9999 | RM15 x 9,999 | 149,985.00 |
| > 10000 | RM20 x 10,000 | 200,000.00 |
Isn’t it AWESOME!?!? Now you share it with everyone and you can have great deal not only for yourself, but EVERYONE!
Now, everyone can get free money!
To find out more about this deal, please read: http://www.webuy.com.my/V1/deal_info.php?pid=72
There are two deals running currently, which is
1) In my own terms, 3 in 1 Shabu Shabu Deal! Hehe
For RM 24, you can get yourself a RM 15 cash voucher at XO Shabu Shabu Restaurant, as well as 1 set of Shabu Shabu and Pan Fried Durian Roll, all in worth RM 74
and…
2) RM 95 for 90 minutes of Go Kart
RM 95 for 90 minutes pure fun, sounds good? Yes, there are about 55 more buys at time of writing this.
So… how about going for a session of Go Karting and then Shabu Shabu all the way! Wheeeee…
So yeah, check them out at http://www.webuy.com.my for more deals from now on…
HAHAH Deals – Skewers, Subang Avenue
Jan 25th
There is a epidemic going on around Malaysia right now. It is the Group On alike site. OMG! This is really a crazy phenomenon! This is what I call the real consumer power. Imagine if we can do this for our everyday essential. Hmmm…
So, yes, there is a new kid in the block and they are called Hahah. Yea, hahaha I know right! You could’ve mistaken me for laughing but trust me, if you don’t click on that link, I will be the one having the last laugh, cause I’m already snapping up all the deals now. Actually, you can’t really snap up, but you would miss the opportunity?
Anyways, enough of the babbling already! One word cost RM 0.50 and I am afraid they will not pay me if I write too long. 
If you go to www.hahah.com.my now you will see their latest deal for Skewers, Subang Avenue.
Okay, let me ermm…. run you through about Hahah Deals and their concept. How it works with Hahah?
Pioneered by Hahah.com.my:
Step 1: Person gets a deal at X amount of % off.
Step 2: Once deal hits a Tier (eg: 50 buyers), ALL buyers now get an additional Freebie (Eg: Free drink, dessert etc)
Step 3: As more people buy, EVERYONE gets additional discounts. Finally, a true group buying concept. 
So, what’s the “Hahah Deal” for Skewers?
Buy 1 Free 1 any Skewers Combo @ only RM 69 nett. Usual price is @ RM 141 nett.
Then, there is a minimum number of purchase to be met, like for this Skewers’ promotion it would be 20 purchases.
Once you exceed that minimum number of purchase here, the Hahah Rewards Multiplier kicks in.
So, what’s the “Hahah Rewards Multiplier” for Skewers?
Additional Free Soft Drink
So, what’s the catch here for Skewers?
No Catch! Just get more people to buy and you can catch the Hahah Rewards Multiplier.
SIMPLE RIGHT? So what you waiting for? Head over to www.hahah.com.my and look at the Skewers Combo Deal NOW!
The Skewers Combo Selections
The Meat Lovers Delight
Skewers and Fryer Combo
Skewers Signature – Teriyaki Chicken with Fries
Salted Egg Prawn Fritters
Fried Red Beancurd Chicken
Hickory Smoked BBQ Chicken Wings
You can follow them here on Facebook:
Hahah Facebook URL: www.facebook.com.my/hahah.com.my
Skewers Facebook URL: http://www.facebook.com/skewersmalaysia
HOT DEALS by Garuda Indonesia to Jakarta, Bali and Yogyakarta
Jun 4th
HOT DEALS BY GARUDA INDONESIA TO JAKARTA, BALI AND YOGYAKARTA.
ALL INCLUSIVE FARES*
JAKARTA ONLY RM 395
BALI ONLY RM 595
YOGYAJARTA ONLY RM 695
If you haven’t flew Garuda Indonesia, it’s about time you should do so. You are getting value for money airfares from a full service carrier.
There are two (2) flights daily on return to Jakarta, eight (8) flights daily on return from Jakarta to Bali and nine (9) flights daily on return from Jakarta to Yogyajarta.
What to do in Jakarta? It’s all about Shop! Shop! and Shop! The malls in Jakarta are like twice or even thrice larger than Mid Valley or Sunway Pyramid. Factory outlet town Bandung is 3 hours away and rest assured that your pocket will be empty by the time to bid Bandung goodbye. Although the traffic is just horrible in Jakarta, but hey, don’t let the traffic stop you from going there as there are not even a traffic at their factory outlets. 
What to do in Bali? What else but Sun, Sea and Shop and maybe Massage. Nice beaches at Nusa Dua and Kuta. Great deals of local items at Ubud and even Kuta while you can enjoy nice local food. If you haven’t heard about Bali, time to Google it up.
What to do in Yogyakarta? Some say boring place, some say a great destination. You judge! Have you heard about the largest Buddhist temple which was built 300 years ago before Angkor Wat in Cambodia? It’s called Borobudur Temple and it’s there in Yogyakarta. It’s a great sight and besides that, there are lots of culture and sight seeing to enjoy while you’re there. Give it a shot.
Back to the price above.
The above price is only valid with the following terms & conditions:
Terms/Conditions
1.) Flight application : Valid on GA 819 / 821 / 820 / 818 only. Codeshare flight is not permitted. Flight subject to availability of seats.
2.) Eligibility : Valid for Malaysia Passport holder only.
3.) Ticket Time Limit : Ticket must be issued within 3 days upon booking confirmation.
4.) Stopover : Permitted with a charge of MYR 100 per stop at Jakarta.
5.) Penalties : Rerouting and rebooking are not permitted.
: Ticket issued are non refundable.
6.) Endorsement : Non-endorsable, Non-reroutable, No extension of ticket validity.
7.) Taxes / Surcharge : Airport taxes, fuel surcharge and other charges is not included. International IDR 150,000 (MYR 60) and Domestic IDR 30,000 (MYR 12). *
8.) Validity : Ticket is only valid for 7 days. Maximum stay is 7 days.
8.) Remarks : The above fare quoted are subject to change without prior notice.
Flight timing from Kuala Lumpur to Jakarta
Departure:
KUL CGK 0710 0810 GA 819
KUL CGK 0730 0830 GA 819 (Beginning 18th June)
KUL CGK 1210 1310 GA 821
Returning:
CGK KUL 0810 1110 GA 820
CGK KUL 1855 2155 GA 818
For bookings and enquiries, please email travel(at)yapthomas(dot)com
Air Asia Last Minute Super Value Fare
Dec 29th
Yes, trust me when I say this. I can have access to “Air Asia Last Minute Super Value Fare”.
How?
Because I’m working in a travel agency!
I’m on a last minute plan to head up north, yes again. This time with Air Asia.
Wanted to fly Firefly because I’ve never flew on it and they have good comments so far. But, Air Asia stole my heart as the air fare that I can get is super cheap!
This is what I get from Firefly.
So expensive, even though it is nearer to my place but still, I don’t mind traveling further for cheaper fare.
This is what I get from Air Asia online price.
Even more expensive, given that I’ve added 20kg baggage and also taken advance boarding and on board meals, it is still expensive compared to what I can get through my system. Look at how cheap it is…
Half the price I can get online. Nyek! Nyek! Nyek! This is so so so cool! Plus, I just only bought my flight. Super last minute right? Even if I buy tomorrow also, the price is fixed and will never change.
Yes. I shall brand this as “Air Asia Last Minute Super Value Fare” (C). Of course, as a travel agent, we still will charge service fee and what not. In the end, it will still be cheaper than online price. Say, we charge RM 50 for all tickets issued, it totals up to RM 176 and it’s still cheaper than RM 241.
Who says you can only get cheaper price online?
Good thing about this “Air Asia Last Minute Super Value Fare” is that with the price I’m paying, I’m getting all these:
- Additional 20kg of baggage allowance.
- Meals of my choice.
- Express boarding with seat selection.
- I can change date anytime I want without being charged extra.
You know where to reach me should you feel like trying to grab this deal.
But anyhow, just email travel(at)yapthomas.com for more info.
Disclaimer:
“Air Asia Last Minute Super Value Fare” is my own term and is a contracted fare with my agency. I’m only using that term of “Air Asia Last Minute Super Value Fare” on my own accord. Don’t sue me.
MAS Travel Fair is BACK AGAIN!!!
Jun 21st
Yes, just like I said, it is back again!
The Malaysia Airlines Travel Fair (MATF) 2009 – June
Let me be the first* to tell you about it… Here are the prices…
You be your own judge if the price is cheap or not…
Remember, compare an apple to an apple.
You can only use this fare for traveling from 29th June onwards till 15th December.
Your last date to book is on 5th July 2009…
Please READ CLEARLY as it is all self explanatory. More question?
Email me at travel(at)yapthomas(dot)com
Also, with every promo prices there are terms & conditions. Here are the important T&C you should know before you make decision of picking up the phone to call your favourite travel agent (I know it’s me. ) or start going to http://malaysiaairlines.com. Oh you can also buy this promo ticket from the MAS ticket counter at KL Sentral.
As this fare is open for all, bookings with travel agents will incur a fee. You can either choose to use their service or head on to KL Sentral or MAS website for bookings.
MATF June 2009 Terms & Conditions
| Advanced Purchase | From Malaysia to Singapore & Bandar Seri Begawan: 21 Days From Singapore to Malaysia: 21 Days Others: 7 days |
| Minimum/Maximum Stay | Nil, but all travels must be completed by 15 December 2009 |
| Waitlist | Not permitted. |
| Flight change | Once booking number has been issued, NO Flight changes allowed. |
| Name change | Once booking number has been issued, NO Name changes allowed. |
| Cancellation/Refund | All partially & totally unutilised tickets are NOT refundable. |
| Stopover | Not permitted. |
| Rerouting | Not permitted. |
| Enrich Upgrade | Not permitted. |
| Child/ Infant Discount | Infants pays 20% of adult promotional fares. No discount on child fares. |
| Air Fare | Price includes airfare, airport tax, fuel surcharge, insurance and administrative fees. Certain selected all-inclusive low fares does not include airport taxes as such charge is collected separately by the airport authorities at point of check-in. Price listed is correct as of date of publication and may be subject to change due to fluctuations in exchange rate, airport tax, fuel surcharge, insurance and administrative fees. Airport tax is subject to revision from time to time by the relevant airport authorities. Fares are not applicable during peak periods and subject to seat availability. |
So, now you’ve known every little details…
The question is… Where would you like to go tomorrow?
My previous post on MAS Travel Fair…
* I Google already wan. No other websites popping up.
** GIF pictures from Malaysia Airlines’ website **
MATTA Fair MAR 2009 – Malaysia Airlines Promo
Mar 12th
So yeah, MATTA FAIR is coming… which is tomorrow…
Anyways, I will usually put up image of the pricing for previous MATTA FAIR postings, but you can download them instead.
MATTA FAIR MAR 2009 FIT PRICES
MATTA FAIR MAR 2009 2 TO GO PRICES
There are more and more promotions during MATTA Fair, but always read the fine prints.
Some other airlines that I know would have their promo prices are Qatar Airways, Qantas-British Airways, Brunei Airlines and Japan Airlines. Otherwise, head to PWTC for the fair and look it out yourself…
Read more about it here at MATTA Official Website.
For free passes, you can read Nicolekiss’ post about MATTA March 2009.
MAS Travel Fair 2009: Bigger! Competitive! Longer!
Feb 12th
MAS Travel Fair is back again this year! Bigger! Competitive! and Longer!
Okay! Okay! I know. I’m few days late in writing up about this. But hey, it’s better than not writing about it eh?
Anyways, this year’s promotion span last longer and it is all online now. No longer they are puting up booth to attract people to buy. It’s 2009 financial crisis year, where everyone is cutting their budget. So, MAS is cutting their budget to throw a big huge fair at any convention center. Thus, giving them the option to pull the promotion longer than the usual 3 days only promotion just like MAS Travel Fair 2008.
This year’s Malaysia Airlines Travel Fare is taking place from 10th till 19th February 2009 so that now, you can have a longer period of time to plan and decide. Enough time to get your leave approved as well. As usual, there is a special travel period and it is from 17th Feb till 30th Sep 2009.
One unique point of this MAS Travel Fair 2009 is that, people in Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam can enjoy the same promotion as well. But, with a different set of pricing for each location. Now, did I just said bigger earlier?
Furthermore, if you have the time you can bundle your purchase with either one of MAS Value Fare domestic routing with the current MATF prices to international destinations.
Remember, before you buy, please read the terms and conditions. Many people just don’t read the terms & conditions and just buy blindly. Which, in the end resulted in all complaints about this and that.
When a service company says *Terms & conditions apply*, you better read them. I’m telling you with such honesty because I am from the service industry and well, let’s just say I’m more transparent with my own set of terms & conditions.
MATF 2009 Terms & Conditions
| Advanced Purchase | From Malaysia to Singapore & Bandar Seri Begawan: 21 Days From Singapore to Malaysia: 21 Days Others: 7 days |
| Minimum/Maximum Stay | Nil, but all travels must be completed by 30 September 2009 |
| Waitlist | Not permitted. |
| Flight change | Once booking number has been issued, NO Flight changes allowed. |
| Name change | Once booking number has been issued, NO Name changes allowed. |
| Cancellation/Refund | All partially & totally unutilised tickets are not refundable. |
| Stopover | Not permitted. |
| Rerouting | Not permitted. |
| Enrich Upgrade | Not permitted. |
| Child/ Infant Discount | Infants pays 10% of adult promotional fares. No discount on child fares. |
| Air Fare | Price includes airfare, airport tax, fuel surcharge, insurance and administrative fees. Certain selected all-inclusive low fares does not include airport taxes as such charge is collected separately by the airport authorities at point of check-in. Price listed is correct as of date of publication and may be subject to change due to fluctuations in exchange rate, airport tax, fuel surcharge, insurance and administrative fees. Airport tax is subject to revision from time to time by the relevant airport authorities. Fares are not applicable during peak periods and subject to seat availability. |
What you waiting for?
Now, go to www.malaysiaairlines.com to buy your ticket to your favourite destination. OR you can simply contact me if you can’t buy online. I can help, with a small fee.
You can download the complete fare for a better view or to be printed out.
Hmmm… I’m gonna see if I can grab any cheap London seats
The Best of Europe by Trafalgar
Oct 13th
The time is now! Currency has dropped to all time low. Australia, US Dollar, British Pound, Euros, SG Dollar and etc. Grab the opportunity to travel with the best exchange rate ever. Make use of this economic turmoil and harness the great wonder of all time low exchange rates!
Time to go travel to destination where you always want to go but only being stopped by the high exchange rates.
Take a cruise trip on board the Legend Of The Seas by Royal Caribbean.
This cruise is making its round on the Straits of Malacca making a return trip from Singapore – Kuala Lumpur – Phuket – Singapore on the 27th January 2009 for 5 Days.
Good time for a Chinese New Year trip eh? Yes?
Think that’s too near to travel? Want to go somewhere further? How about Europe? There are plenty of tour options offered by Trafalgar Tours. Reasonable price. I’ve to be honest! NOT CHEAP, but WORTH IT…
Trafalgar has a wide range of tours where you can select how pack or relax the trip you want it to be. Of course, one their forte is Europe. Winter is coming up in Europe, quick, make a trip there now!!
For further enquiries, send them to travel[at]yapthomas[dot]com
Nuffnang Sharing Session @ The Apartment KLCC
Sep 16th
Last Saturday, 13th September 2008. I got myself an invite to the 2nd Nuffnang Sharing Session at The Apartment, KLCC.
Since I missed the 1st Sharing Session, I might as well go for this. At least I can meet up with one of my team head Muzaffar for the Mister Potato contest. Speaking of it, whatever happen about it eh? Winner?
So, the event started at 6.30pm. First thing I do when I arrive is to look for Alex, a buddy of mine who is the Restaurant Manager at The Apartment, KLCC. Then, continue with the mingling around of newly met bloggers. First person I talked to is Zaidi, he sat at one table alone, so I joined him.
These two people need no new introduction as they work for Nuffnang.
Getting to know each other…
Robb did his obligatory welcome speech and get things started…
Robb: Who wants more ads!! -_-
Let’s go to the food shall we? Coinciding with the Ramadan month, The Apartment whip out a special menu of local and western fusion. Click here for menu listing. I personally like the Beef Rendang the most! The deliciousness just overshot the rating meter! The Apple Crumble was the next best food served. It was just nice…
After everyone was done with their dinner, we adjourn upstairs for the sharing session. No pictures of the establishment was taken, but upstairs is a typical place where one would to spend their night as I would describe. A bar to whip out your favourite drinks, magnificent view overlooking the musical fountain and the gardens of KLCC, cozy seating environment, a small for performances, a merchandise store and heck, they even have a lift to go up one floor complementing the staircase.
We are all seated in a rectangle arrangement to listen to Muzaffar and Mira to share their views, which was about their own blogging “culture”, tips and also their life during Ramadan.
Muzaffar and Mira aka Redmummy…
Sharing by Mira and Muzaffar took 15 minutes each and the session ended with Robb opening the floor to all questions about Nuffnang. Robb took questions all related to Ad placement, eligibility of getting Ads, how the system roughly works, payments and advertorials. That last session by Robb certainly clears the air about the whole system which many are in vague or in doubt about. Certainly, a handful of those who were present are new to blogging as well as to Nuffnang.
Live band performance took place soon after the sharing session was over.
Bloggers all stayed on to mingle and also to understand each other better.
Spot someone you know???
And of course, what else would bloggers stay back for, besides chatting?
the blur Affandi… and he is always correct…
Suthesh knew me through Mae’s blog…
Jocelyn… She is with The Apartment, marketing…
And all this is yet another great event from Nuffnang. A great word of thanks and kudos to both Fairus and Robb for making us all bloggers feel at home. Well, I certainly do feel at home at The Apartment.
Keep it up Nuffnang, a great time I had there to meet new people… 
On a sidenote, The Apartment is having their first ever Ramadhan Buffet. Give it a try for only RM 48++ for adult and RM 29++ for children below 12. Food is good and on par to those in Hotels. Why pay more to hotel, while you can enjoy a better meal and view here at The Apartment, KLCC?
Okay, here are the list of attendees…
Suthesh http://themindofleoraj.blogspot.com/
Julian http://www.julianhopkins.net/
Lolina http://roflina.blogspot.com/
Jannah http://ifyoucanfindme.blogspot.com/
Arif http://arifsblackbook.blogspot.com/
Zakiah http://justmymemorabilia.blogspot.com/
Zaidi http://30jalanf3.blogspot.com/
Azfar http://themakingofazzazfar.blogspot.com/
Syd http://xsydz.com/
Maya http://myasefia.blogspot.com/
Affandi http://www.akubetul.com/
Zach Wong http://zachboy.blogspot.com/
Marcus Tan http://tanengsoonmarcus.blogspot.com/
Lina http://allaboutsexyinred.blogspot.com/
Thomas http://yapthomas.com/
Shaun http://catalyst-online.blogspot.com/
Ce-yan http://jacquelyn88.blogspot.com/
Wong http://gregorule.blogspot.com/
Kuee http://kueee.blogspot.com/
Robb Chew http://robbyaoi.blogspot.com
Firdauz http://takes5.firdauz.my/
Muzaffar http://sultanmuzaffar.blogspot.com
Sirman http://ashterix.blogspot.com
Redmummy http://www.redmummy.com
Cheers Peeps!
MATTA Fair 2008 – More Than Just A Travel Fair
Sep 4th
First MATTA Fair of the year in March ended like not too long ago…
The second MATTA Fair of the year is back again. Starting tomorrow, it is going to be bigger, more exhibitors, better deals and much much more!
So.. what do we have in place for this coming MATTA Fair on the 5th till 7th September 2008?
I do not have much to offer but a few packages, maybe it might interest you?
I have A LOT of request from people who either Google-d or Yahoo-d the keyword MATTA Fair.
Petrol is high, parking is expensive, many people will pack the PWTC Halls. Why not check out what I have over here and save on petrol and parking? hahaha Okay.. well.. be a good consumer, do your comparison.
Air Asia will also be participating at this MATTA with packages and what not. Check them out at PWTC, they are occupying a huge lot there!!!
So, these are some package deals from me…
Packages are based on lowest 2/3 star hotel options per person price.
3D 2N Macau Free and Easy from RM 345
3D 2N Bali Free and Easy from RM 118
4D 3N Bali Free and Easy from RM 172
4D 3N Bali Full Board from RM 338
3D 2N Shenzhen Free & Easy from RM 250
3D 2N Shenzhen Full Board from RM 280
3D 2N Hanoi Free & Easy from RM 195
3D 2N HoChiMinh Free & Easy from RM 205
4D 3N HoChiMinh/CuChi/Mekong Full Board from RM 915
3D 2N Siem Reap Full Board from RM 345 (ALL TIME BEST SELLER)
3D 2N Chiangmai/Chiangrai from RM 120
4D 3N Chiangmai/Chiangrai from RM 210
3D 2N Medan(Lake Toba) from RM 265
Oh… maybe some Air Fare deals too.
Air Fares are base on a return price per person without airport tax.
British Airways
KUL-SIN to Perth @ RM 1105
KUL-SIN to Adelaide/Brisbane/Melbourne/Sydney @ RM 1630
KUL-SIN to London @ RM 2310
KUL-SIN to Frankfurt @ RM 2205
Air China
KUL to Beijing @ RM 1365
Gulf Air
KUL to London/Paris @ RM 1980
KUL to Dubai @ RM 1715
Now, let me help you with some 10 reasons to go on a holiday
- You probably might have like more than 5 days of leave, or more!
- You hate to see your boss and need a break from him/her NOW itself!
- Your secret wife in Vietnam is bugging you to go over and bring her shopping!
- Your hunk in Hong Kong is missing you. He needs you there now!!!
- You are running out of idea of a Christmas gift!! Psst! GO TRAVEL!!
- You are probably the one among all your friend who have not traveled!
- You want to give Air Asia a try of their service. Better than FireFlyz I tell you!!
- You are still yet to experience the other Bangkok… *ahem*
- Your husband left you with a lot of shopping money! Go HONG KONG!!
- Your have been planning to run away from this country. How about now?
maybe one more…
- You “insert your own reason”
So what you waiting for???
travel[at]yapthomas[dot]com is the email…
