Brunei in Brief

Selamat Datang!

Welcome to Brunei Darussalam.

Although we are the smallest state with a small population, but Brunei has one of the highest standards of living in the world thanks to size able deposits of oil and gas. 

Situated on the northern coast of Borneo in South-East Asia, Brunei is a heavily forested state where visitors will encounter the grandeur of Islamic architecture and royal tradition. Architectural treasures include the Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque, with its gleaming gold dome.

The country only gained independence in 1984, but has the world's oldest reigning monarchy and centuries of royal heritage. At the helm of the only remaining Malay Islamic monarchy in the world, the Sultan of Brunei comes from a family line that dates back over 600 years. 

The first sultan ascended the throne in 1405, founding a dynasty of which the current sultan, His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah, is the 29th ruler. Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah has been on the throne for 38 years and is one of the world's richest individuals.

courtesy of  http://www.worldtravelguide.net/country/43/country_guide/South-East-Asia/Brunei.html

Before you start scrolling down here are the 10 must do in Brunei Darussalam

Courtesy of BiG magazine and www.bruneitourism.com

Where to Stay?

This country have offer variety types of accommodation and price range can be found. This are some of the finest hotels in Brunei Darussalam

The Empire Hotel and Country Club, Jerudong

Rizqun  International Hotel, Gadong

Orchid Garden Hotel

Holiday Lodge Hotel, Jerudong

 

exploring the ATTRACTIONS!

 Discover the finest view in Bandar Seri Gegawan, the capital, from the minaret crowning the golden-domed Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque, which stands in the middle of its own artificial lagoon.

Still in the capital, don't miss the Brunei Museum and the Malay Technology Museum showing traditional crafts.


Walk around the wooden walkways between the houses (which combine traditional architecture with modern facilities such as Internet connections) in Kampong Ayer, a water village on the outskirts of the capital, reputed to be the largest collection of stilt habitations in the world.

Enjoy the cultural lifestyle of Iban Ethnic in Kuala Belait atTeraja Long House with it beautiful nature base environment and untouched forest. Exploring two water fall that can be found here; Teraja Waterfall and Beluluk Waterfall. Here you can learn cooking with bamboos, traditional dance, handicraft and many more.

 Find more beaches at Muara, Serasa, Kuala Belait and Lumut Beach near Tutong and Pantai Seri Kenangan where watersports are popular.

Try out traditional sporting activities, such as gasing, a game involving highly polished giant tops, and kite flying.By strolling down to the City area where you can found varieties of local products from food until handicraft were sold, that is the Tamu Kianggeh.


 Take a half-day boat tour to Pulau Selirong, a mangrove island 45 minutes from Muara by boat, where wildlife includes proboscis monkeys, macaques, kingfishers and eagles.

Drive out to Tasek Merimbun, Brunei's largest lake. Located in a hill resort in the Tutong District just over an hour's drive from Bandar Seri Begawan, peaceful picnicking, birdwatching and jungle trails await.

Take a tour to the Ulu Temburong National Park, which has forest canopy trails on wooden walkways. Trips can include rafting and swimming. By going to Sumbiling Eco Village also part of the list in exploration. You may experience the adventurous excitement especially if you are a nature lovers.  

courtesy of http://www.worldtravelguide.net/country/43/top_things_to_do/South-East-Asia/Brunei.html

Functions & Conference

The International Convention Centre (ICC) is located for about three minutes drive from Brunei International Airport, a four minutes walk to the National Stadium and five minutes drive from Bandar Seri Begawan Town Centre. 

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courtesy of www.duaseringgit.blogspot.com and flickr

Bridex Hall actually under the Ministry of Defence but now days it is been used by several functions such as during the Asian Tourism Forum (ATF 2010) and Consumer Fair 2010. It is located near Polo Club in Jerudong Park.

let's play OUTSIDE! going around and ENJOY!

Beside Bowling, Golf, Swimming and other common activities. Here are some of the FUN activities can be ENJOY in Brunei.

Kampong Ayer cruise, Proboscis Monkey Tour, Fishing, ATV races at the beach, Diving in Pilong Rocks, sport activities (yachting, banana boat ride,kayaking) at the beach, Jungle Trekking at Shahbandar and Sailing.

But still there were plenty more activities that Brunei have to offer. 

a TASTE of daily Brunei

"In Southeast Asian countries, eating is a national pastime. The tastes are so amazing, so diverse, so fresh, so flavorful, so wonderful and occasionally, so weird. Dining is an important part of life in Brunei Darussalam"

Meanwhile the local cuisine very much resembles its Malaysian neighborhoods with diverse mix of ethnic choices, including Chinese, Thai, Malay and other inspirational dishes.

Aminah Arif Restaurant, prepare Bruneian dish

Pondok Sari Wangi, Indonesia Restaurant

Li Gong ,Chinese Restaurant

Le Taj, Indian restaurant

Misato, Japanese restaurant

Aqil Shafiee, Thailand restaurant

Charcoal Bbq and Grill, Global restaurant

All of the above are one of the well-known restaurant.There also plenty of cafes can be found in Brunei; coffee bean and tea leaf, twelve cafe, chezbox cafe and many more.

courtesy of BiG magazine

what we got to ENTERTAIN you?

Brunei- arts and entertainment have been influenced by the years of sultanate rule and by the traditional heritage of the land. Tourists coming to Brunei will find an interesting mix of modernism and traditionalism existing side by side.

Brunei entertainment mainly comprises of shopping. The silver wares, hand-woven baskets and bronze ware are popular items of shopping in Brunei.

Eating out is another form of entertainment in Brunei. All kinds of cuisines are served in the restaurants of Brunei. Chinese, continental and Indian dishes are very popular.

Contemporary art forms have become popular in Brunei in recent years. Contemporary art festivals and exhibitions are held at regular intervals in the country.

courtesy of http://www.mapsofworld.com/brunei/arts-and-entertainment/

Things NOT TO MISS yearly!

Prophet Muhammad Birthday Anniversary
                                           

    courtesy of kg-belimbing.blogspot.com

15th July,His Majesty Sultan of Brunei Birthday

                                                                                         courtesy of Venice Tan

23rd February, National Day

       courtesy of Rudolf Portpolio

More Happenings in Brunei:

New Year

Chinese New Year

Adau Gayoh Festival

Royal Brunei Armed Forces Day

Israk Mikraj (Ascension of the Prophet)

Start of Ramadhan

Anniversary of the Relavation of the Quran

Hari Raya Aidilfitri (End of Ramadhan)

Hari Raya Aidiladha (Feast of the Sacrifice)
First Day of Ramadhan

Christmas Day

finding your WAY

With the tropical sun, stroll through local neighbourhood areas, you will find out that it is walkable distance from one area to another but still there are numerous options of public transportation available.

BUSES

 The Bus Station area will be at the centre of the town.

Operation Hours :6.30am- 6.00pm

Bus fares: $1.00

TAXIS

Less taxis can be found around but metered taxis are available from most hotels,

shopping centres and the airport.

WATER TAXIS

The most common transportation in Kampong Ayer.

You can hail for a water taxi from the numerous jetties along Brunei River.

Standard ride costs about $1.00, 

Round Trip are negioable but

usually around $15 to $30.

It will be available 24hrs

FERRY SERVICES

LAWAS to LABUAN

To/From LIMBANG..the journey take about 2 hrs only.
Ticket Fares:-


Business Class : RM 31.00 (Adult) & RM 20.00 (Child)


Economy Class : RM 28.00 (Adult) & RM 17.00 (Child)



To/From LAWAS..the journey take about 2 hrs & 15 minutes.



Ticket Fares:-
Economy Class : RM 33.00 (Adult), RM 18.00 (Child) & RM 9.00 (Child 1-3 yrs)

                            courtesy of http://afifmsb.blogspot.com/2009/11/getting-to-labuan-thru-passenger-ferry.html

Blissful Escapes to Healthier life

Bliss is a state of a mind few have encountered. Here is your key, since Brunei now is mushrooming with spas offering all the body-indulgences where there are various options available, from traditional Balinese to the detoxification program mes or even until healthiness and fitness.

Here some of your picks,

Fitness Zone in Kiulap and at The Mall, Gadong

Martha Tilaar Spa in Menglait

Zen Spa Healthcare in Delima Square, Jalan Muara

Matahari Ladies Spa in Shakirin Complex,Kiulap

                     courtesy of Health &Spa in Southeast Asia

and many more other choices you can look here in Brunei.

Where to go, Where to buy...

Shopping in Brunei Darussalam is value for many because it is a tax free country.

For the shoppers, you may go to

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The Mall, Gadong

Yayasan Shopping Complex, Bandar

 courtesy of www.southeastasia.com

Other than that you may also go to The Hua Ho Mall, Seri Qlap Mall, Giant Department Store and many more.

If you are looking for authentic local products,it is available at the Arts and Handicrafts Centre. Price range from a few dollars to a few thousand dollars. 

Or you may experience shopping in true local style at various 'tamu' across all district.

• Tamu Gadong (Gadong Night Market),
• Rimba Horticultural Center,
• Tamu Kianggeh, Bandar Seri Begawan
• 24hr Weekend Market, Jalan Sultan, BSB
• Tamu Kampung Serambangun,Tutong
• Tamu Seria
• Tamu Kuala Belait

need some HELP??

Have you ever heard about
TIC (Tourist Information Center)?
This is the right place for you to get help and seek information.  

Located at 3 places around Brunei :

1.The arrival hall of the Brunei International Airport (opening hours 9am-5pm);

2.Kampong Ayer Cultural and Tourism Gallery (9am-2pm),

3.Bangar Town,Temburong (8am-12pm).

Visitors can obtain information about Brunei and related pamphlets, maps and BiG magazine free from here.

For futher information you can always log on to Brunei Tourism official website @  http://www.bruneitourism.travel/

courtesy of Brunei Tourism Board

 BRUNEI TOURISM

Ministry of Industry and Primary Resources

Jalan Menteri Besar,

Bandar Seri Begawan BB3910

Negara Brunei Darussalam

Email : info@bruneitourism.travel