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2 Mesmerising Miri Oha... Welcome to Miri! Resort city by the bay and gateway to the orang Ulu heartland of Northern Sarawak. Miri, city by the sea, was once the last frontier in the north of Sarawak. It is the second largest city in Sarawak with a population of about 350,000. It guards the entrance of the Baram River, which is the main artery to the wilds of Sarawak and the heartland of the Orang Ulu peoples. Mysterious and charming, it has always been Sarawak’s most romanticised destination. The oil and gas industry and its close proximity to Brunei has made the city a popular weekend escape for expats and Bruneians alike. A lively nightlife and excellent dining options make it an even more attractive destination. A stone’s throw away are Niah National Park, the site of Southeast Asia’s oldest human settlement dating back at least 40,000 years; and Gunung Mulu National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where the world’s largest cave chamber and one of the world’s most extensive cave systems are found.

3 Map of Miri City OverviewThere are many attractions offered by Miri, Sarawak. As mentioned that Miri is the birthplace of Malaysia's petroleum industry, and so, one of the tourist attractions is related to the field and its name is The Grand Old Lady. The Grand Old Lady is Miri's first well. The landmark has a height of 30meters and is located up on Canada Hill. Most tourists visit Canada Hill with the purpose of checking out the first oil well drilled back in those years whereas locals are there in the morning to jog and walk. Aside from the historical landmark, Miri is popular for its remarkable diving spots. There are a few dive sites that is a must to go if you are a dive enthusiasts and most of these places can be reached with just a short boat ride from the city of Miri. They are Santak Point, Sea Fan Garden, Sunday Reef, Grouper Patch and many more. Beautiful corals and reefs along with various types of fishes including butterfly fish, stingrays, parrot fish and angle fish, just to name a few. If you are not that into water and prefer dry natural place, Loagan Bunut National Park fits these requirements the best. The largest natural lake is situated there too. There are quite a few activities offered such as boat riding and bird watching. You can either go visit this exciting place as a one day trip or even spend few nights there. The next famous attraction in Miri is Crocodile Farm. This is the best place to bring along your family for an educational and exciting tour. The farm situated not far from the city and you can reach it with just a 20 minutes drive. More than one thousand of crocodiles are to be seen in the farm along with a snake house, small zoo and fishponds.

4 EXCITING DAY TOURS Miri Handicraft Centre Tamu Miri (Taman Muhibbah)Around the City in 180 Minutes Get acquainted with Miri city with this introductory tour that takes only three hours. Miri Handicraft Centre Meet at the hotel lobby and be whisked away to the Miri Handicraft Centre on Raja Road. This is where indigenous artisans, weavers and craftspeople converge to showcase their skills and traditional craft at one a convenient one-stop centre for travellers with a tight schedule. Crafts range from traditional pottery to beadwork, basketry, beaitiful rattan mats and the epitome of Sarawak's traditional art - the hand-woven, cotton and naturally dyed Pua Kumbu. Sarawak Beads & Handicraft Tamu Miri (Taman Muhibbah) From handicrafts to the local farmers' marker. A tamu is a market in local lingua. Right in the city centre is an institution of Miri's local scene - Tamu Miri, otherwise known as Taman Muhibbah. Open daily from as early as 3am, produce from local farms as well as the jungle are displayed in all their splendour for local cooks and chefs to choose from. Fruits, the highly valued Bario rice from the highlands, baby chicks wrapped in "hen bags" and more. Tamu Market The Grand Old Lady From arts and markets, we adjourn to the industry that put Miri on the map - oil and gas. The Grand Old Lady was Malaysia's first oil well. Built over 100 years ago on the peak of what is now Canada Hill, she represents the petroleum history of Miri. In her lifetime, she produced over 650,000 barrels of crude oil. Lovingly preserved and protected as a historical site, there is now a Petroleum Science Museum right next to it. The Petroleum Museum (open daily, 9am - 5pm, admission fees apply) traces the history and technological development of the oil and gas industries in Sarawak and complements the Grand Old Lady's story. The Grand Old Lady

5 Three Hours of Fun with CrocodilesLoagan Bunut Loagan Bunut, which centers around Sarawak’s largest natural lake, is one of the most unusual aquatic ecosystems in Malaysia. The lake normally covers an area of approximately 65 hectares. However when the water level in the adjacent Tinjar river is low, the shallow lake can drain completely, leaving a huge expanse of dried and cracked mud. This normally occurs two to four times a year, in February and in late May or early June/July. This unique cycle of flood and drought has created a remarkable food chain which supports a large variety of aquatic and terrestrial animals. As the lake dries up, many aquatic creatures escape into the Bunut river, which connects the lake to the Tinjar and Baram river. Three Hours of Fun with Crocodiles Game for some hair-raising excitement? Located at the mouth of the Baram River is Miri Crocodile Farm and Mini Zoo, the first and largest crocodile farm in northern Sarawak. Located near Kuala Baram River Mouth (previous Ferry Terminal), a pleasant scenic Coastal drive along Miri-Kuala Baram Road from Miri will take you there in 20 minutes. Come face to face with Sarawak's most efficient predator, the estuarine crocodile (Crocodylus porosus). The crocodile farm opens daily from 9am - 6pm. Feeding hours: Sundays and public holidays: 10.30am, 11.30, 2.30pm and 4.30pm. Relaxing By Luak Bay You can't say that you've been to the South China Sea until you've seen the sunset at Luak Esplanade with a margarita in your hand. Luak Esplanade personifies the sunset stroll of romance movies. Beach Republic by the bay is a great one-stop spot for food, fun and a stroll on the beach. Picnics on the beach, a meal by the sea with a gentle ocean breeze blowing, and if you're lucky, a weekend event or flea market might be on. Relaxation is the key word. Best times to visit are during weekends. Food stalls are set up along the entire stretch for a delicious hawker style gastronomic experience.

6 3-Days Post Tour In Mulu, MiriFull Day Tours 3-Days Post Tour In Mulu, Miri Day 01 - Mulu National Park Fly from Kuching International Airport to Mulu via the bustling city of Miri. Enter the tranquillity and pristine paradise of Mulu National Park. Towering white cliffs and steaming jungle provides a beautiful habitat for 20,000 species of flora and fauna, over 3,500 plant species, 8,000 types of fungi and at least 170 kinds of orchids. You may be lucky enough to stumble upon the world’s largest flower, the dog-eared Rafflesia, in bloom. Each evening, behold the unusual and spectacular sight of thousands of flying bats rise in a weaving, snakelike pattern from the caves in search of food. A lively longboat ride takes you to the Wind Cave, named for the cool breeze which fans from its entrance and famed for its unusual calcite formations. The “King’s Room” unravels impressive glistening stalactites and stalagmites. The Clearwater Cave is the longest cave passage in South East Asia and the 10th longest in the world at 107 kilometres. To escape the tropical heat, bathe in crystal clear cave waters perfected by the combination of limestone walls and rushing water. A picnic lunch is spread out on the banks of the cool river. Renowned for housing the world’s largest cave passage, the Deer Cave is like a hidden miniature world complete with hills and valleys, plains and forests. A lush waterfall sets the stage for ultimate relaxation in the “Garden of Eden.” Lang Cave is adorned with unique stalagmites, stalactites and other beautiful cave formations. After breakfast, transfer to Mulu Airport for your short flight to Miri. You may either fly on or opt to stay another night in the city to sample the fine fusion food and bustling nightlife with celebrated live bands. Day 02 - “Treasures of Mulu” Day 03 - Departure Mulu

7 Conference Venues & HotelsMeritz Hotel, Miri 10 Number of Meeting rooms 220 accommodation rooms 1400 Capacity for banquets Pullman Miri Waterfront 6 328 1280 Capacity of largest Meeting room 830 Miri Marriot Resort & Spa 211 600 400 Imperial Hotel, Miri 3 119 1200 90 Pullman Kuching is the newest addition to the 5-star international brands in the city. Located in the heart of Kuching on top of the hill at Mathies Road, Pullman Kuching offers an astonishing panoramic view. The hotel is adjacent to a two-storey city life-style shopping centre “Hills Shopping Mall” and is within walking distance to the commercial centre and city attractions.

8 Top Reasons For Choosing Miri, SarawakSarawak has been blessed with political, economic and social stability for decades. The Queen’s English is widely spoken. Over 2.6 million people from 28 ethnic groups live in harmony in Sarawak. Our multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, multi-religious communities celebrate diversity, and welcome world travellers with a smile. Home to one of the world’s oldest rainforests yet striving to be at the forefront of modern technology and communications, Sarawak presents itself as a unique venue where “old-world charm meets modern convenience”, in a place where headhunters used to roam 150 years ago. Sarawak will take you to a unique world, where it is commonplace for misty mountains and green jungles to sit at the fringes of our ultra- modern city lights. The State Government ensures the best and the latest services are available in transportation, banking, commercial amenities, conferencing, accommodation and city developments. The State and Federal Governments offer financial sponsorship and delegate marketing packages to add amazing value to your event. Your supporters include Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Sarawak and Sarawak Convention Bureau. Outstanding value for money can be had with some of the most affordable rates for hotel accommodation, conference venues and tours in the world. Here, a room at 5 Star Hilton Hotel is only EU90 a night, while local meal (or a beer) is just EU2, and a sirloin steak just EU10.

9 Top Reasons For Choosing Miri, SarawakSarawak has been hosting world class conferences and meetings with great success since Its popularity and experience continues to rise as more delegates seek unique alternatives to typical city locations. This strength shines through the high 82% success rate we enjoy for international convention bids. For more information, go to The history of Sarawak is as romantic as any in the world, filled with swashbuckling English adventurers and noble tribal kingdoms. In 1841, James Brooke, an English adventurer, was awarded the feudal title of Rajah. Thus began the rule of three generations of the White Rajahs, which lasted over 100 years and brought development to this raw and wild land. Exciting tours are at hand and can be experienced in just one day! Forty minutes from the city, visitors can come face to face with real orangutans at Semenggoh Wildlife Centre, a secluded natural forest that is home to a group of semi-wild orangutans, most of which were rescued from the illegal wildlife trade. A stone’s throw away from Semenggoh is the Borneo Highlands Resort. Lunch will be a fully organic affair, with greens from the Resort’s very own organic gardens. After that, immerse into Sarawakian culture in half a day at the Sarawak Cultural village, one of the world’s largest and best “living museums” in which visitors enjoy live classes or shows in blow pipe shooting, cultural dancing, craft making and many more. The state is a gastronomic wonderland that offers five star cuisine to the world’s best street food! Asian, Western, Middle Eastern, European, Halal, Vegetarian, and even special menus are available. Sarawak sits in a strategic position in the very heart of Asia, which means that delegates from all over the region will find it easy to connect via multiple flights including low cost carriers, through 2,500 seats a day to Kuching, its capital city and 1,000 flights a week from all over the world into Malaysia, while Sarawak is also served by the major hubs of Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Kota Kinabalu (Sabah) and Hong Kong.