Tag : public transportation

A nostalgic journey by rail

DISCOVER MALAYSIA North Borneo Railway, the oldest running steam train in Sabah provides a memorable ride.

By allMalaysia · August 1, 2011 · 0 Comment

Old dame abuzz again

DISCOVER MALAYSIA Ipoh Railway Station is experiencing a revival, of sorts, thanks to a new train service.

By allMalaysia · June 4, 2011 · 0 Comment

Convenient way to see Putrajaya

DISCOVER MALAYSIA There is not much that you can get for RM1 now, but you can get a glimpse of Putrajaya for just that.

By allMalaysia · May 9, 2011 · 0 Comment

Back on track

COMMUNITY The KTM Komuter has found itself in the news for poor service in recent years. But with a new batch of trains on the way, commuters can look forward to more efficient travel.

By allMalaysia · May 3, 2011 · 0 Comment

MALAYSIANA Her bubbly and cheerful outlook belies the determined core that rests within this lady, who at the age of 34 has big ambitions as she plies her trade in the traditionally male-dominated world of taxis.

By allMalaysia · January 16, 2011 · 0 Comment

New hill railway coaches ready for the ride

DISCOVER MALAYSIA The new Swiss-made coaches for the Penang Hill funicular train service have arrived.

By allMalaysia · August 20, 2010 · 0 Comment

A new chapter begins

DISCOVER MALAYSIA One would expect a large rush of local visitors to the Penang Hill railway station yesterday, the last day the funicular train would do its rounds. But that was not the case.

By allMalaysia · February 22, 2010 · 0 Comment

Mixed response to hill project

MALAYSIANA Penangites are divided over the Federal Government’s RM40mil proposal to upgrade and replace the Penang Hill funicular railway.

By allMalaysia · May 18, 2009 · 0 Comment

A nostalgic look at an unusual railway

MALAYSIANA An article in The New Zealand Railways Magazine showcased what’s unique about the Penang Hill railway track.

By allMalaysia · May 18, 2009 · 0 Comment

Now surf and ride with Rapid Penang

DISCOVER MALAYSIA Rapid Penang is believed to be the first bus company in the country to roll out a high-speed WiFi service which will be useful to passengers, especially during a traffic congestion.

By allMalaysia · May 14, 2009 · 0 Comment