Latest Update-Chennai Hash 12th Anniversary at Kota Kinabalu in August 2012.
Sashi Varma
The Changes: - We have changed our hotel accommodation and venue for our “Grand Finale Hash Ball” to the spacious and sprawling Sabah Oriental Hotel, from Tang Dynasty.
Chennai Hash celebrates its 12th Anniversary outside India in Kota Kinabalu, capital city Sabah, East Malaysia, on Wednesday-15th – Saturday 18th August 2012. Most of our anniversary runs are always out of Chennai, within India & this will be our 3rd overseas trip.
4 fabulous days of: Hashing & Partying at Kota Kinabalu & Borneo Kelly Bay Mangrove-www.kellybays.com
Joint Runs with: K2 H2 Bunnies & Moyog Full Moon Hash House Harriers.
Hashers have 3 packages -you may opt for either of the below. Do go through the details of what the registration fees include:-
1) Hashers arriving at KK on 14th to 19th Aug (6days & 5 nites) –With Accommodation RM1530/-
Registration fee includes: - (6d/5n)- accommodation at Sabah Oriental Hotel + all B/fast + 4 dinner + 1 lunch + transfer from hotel-run- Hotel + runs, beers (only at runs & party) + T-shirts + Towel + 1 day trip to “Borneo Kelly Bay” for hashing & party + Grand Finale Ball (Sabah Oriental Hotel).
* Rates are per head, on twin sharing basis. ** 14th Aug –Food on your own
2) Hashers arriving at KK on 15th to 19th Aug (5days & 4 nites)-With Accommodation RM1460 /-.
Registration fee includes: - (5d/4n)- accommodation at Sabah Oriental Hotel + all B/fast + 4 dinner + 1 lunch + transfer from hotel-run- Hotel + runs, beers (only at runs & party) + T-shirts + Towel + 1 day trip to “Borneo Kelly Bay” for hashing & party + Grand Finale Ball (Sabah Oriental Hotel )
* Rates are per head, on twin sharing basis.
3) Without Accommodation- 15th-18th Aug -RM1190 /-
Registration fee includes: - 1 lunch + 4 dinner + transfer from Sabah Oriental Hotel -run- Tang Hotel + runs, beers (only at runs & party) + T-shirts + Towel + 1 day trip to “Borneo Kelly Bay” for hashing & party + Grand Finale Ball (Sabah Oriental Hotel ).
Registration Payment:
Where is Kota Kinabalu?
Kota Kinabalu is situated in the tropical island of Borneo and is the capital of the Malaysian state Sabah, which is one of the two states of East Malaysia. Set between lush tropical hills fronting emerald green waters-vibrant and exciting yet serene and uplifting, what with its eco-treasures from top to bottom and the South China Sea. A great place for HASHING!!
Kota Kinabalu is also affectionately called KK by the locals. Known as 'The Land Below The Wind' because geographically, it is below the typhoon belt. Formerly known as Jesselton before its name was changed to Kota Kinabalu in 1967. The three million population of SABAH is as diverse as its ecology. Comprising of a colorful mix of 32 ethnic groups and other non-indigenous people - they are all interwoven by culture, tradition, marriage and language. The result is the face and dialect unmistakably SABAH.
Sabah sits at the tip of Borneo, the world’s third largest Island, washed by the South China Sea on the west and the Sulu Sea and the Celebes Sea on the East. A land blessed with natures most bountiful treasure. For more info on Sabah visit www.sabahtourism.com for their post and preamble tour...for those interested.
How to get to Kota Kinabalu (KK), Malaysia.
From India - Air Asia /Malaysian Airlines to Kuala Lumpur (KL) & from KL to KK by Air Asia/ Malaysia Airlines. Kota Kinabalu has direct flights to/from major cities – Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Manila, Cebu, Hong Kong, Taipei, Kaoshiung, Seoul, Tokyo, Perth & Jakarta, also one can reach KK via Brunei with Royal Brunei. It’s the Eastern hub and Gateway to Malaysia.
Other Carriers:- Dragon air, Hong Kong Dragon Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, SilkAir, China Southern, Omar Airlines, KLM, Royal Brunei, Cebu Pacific, Firefly, All Nippon Airways, Etihad Airways & Korean Air Check the website: www.airasia.com www.fireflyz.com you will get cheap fare if you book early.
Would recommend Overseas Hashers from India, Australia, China and other parts to arrive at Kota Kinabalu on the 14th Aug. West Malaysian Hashers can arrive on the 15th Aug before 1pm.
From Chennai: Air Asia on 14th Aug by AK 1254-8.30am to Kuala Lumpur-Arr: 2.45pm (Malaysian time), From Kuala Lumpur a connecting flight AK 5116-6.35pm to
Kota Kinabalu- Arr: 9.50pm.
The KKIA-KK International Airport
Terminal One serves all international flights and the national carrier, Malaysian Airlines.
Terminal Two is used mainly by Air Asia, the second national carrier and some other charter flights. From the Airport it’s about half an hour drive to KK city centre.
Where do we stay?
Sabah Oriental Hotel (formerly known as Beverly Hotel) in Kota Kinabalu is one of the most favoured 4 star hotels in Kota Kinabalu city. Located in a suburban setting of Kinabalu City, this 4-star hotel offers majestic view of Mount Kinabalu, the highest mountain in South East Asia, the South China Sea, the islands, and the bustling city.
Address: Sabah Oriental Hotel, Lorong Kemajuan, 88000, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. Tel: 088258998
From the Airport to Sabah Oriental Hotel by cab takes 15minutes, peak hours 25minutes.
Borneo Kelly Bays
Borneo Kelly bays, the Borneo’s Mystical Paradise is located within a mangrove forest with a beach that stretches 8 km long overlooking the South China Sea. Is located at Kampung Laya-Laya Tuaran, It is just only a 40-minutes leisure drive from Kota Kinabalu to the private jetty, then a uniquely built ferry which is just like in a “Floating Pondok” ferries across the mangrove river and accompanying by the creaking sounds of insects. A unique double opportunity for Hashers to experience life in the mangrove forest and river while at the same time enjoy the sea breeze and sun bathe at the beach. A great place to spend the day & hashing & partying by the beach.
What Language Is Spoken In KK?
Malay (Bahasa Malaysia) is the national language spoken across ethnicities, although Sabahan dialect called Baku is different from West Malaysian dialect of Johor-Riau. Sabah also has its own slang for many words in Malay, mostly originated from indigenous or Indonesian words. In addition, indigenous languages such as Kadazan, Dusun, Bajau and Murut have their own segments on state radio broadcast as well as English.
Religion:
Islam is the official religion but all others religions are practiced freely. Sabah is home to the second highest proportion of Christians (Roman Catholic and Protestant) in Malaysia, behind that of Sarawak.
Local Cuisine:
The unique & authentic cooking styles & flavor of Malay, Chinese & Indian cuisine is an experience to be enjoyed when in KK. Dinning or eating out is easy and fun. Hashers can dine at 5-star hotels, food courts; hawker centers & even road side stall (tasty, clean & cheap).
Climate:
Kota Kinabalu features a tropical rainforest climate
Visa Requirement
All visitors to Malaysia must possess a valid Passport or internationally recognized Travel Document valid for travel to Malaysia. The documents shall be valid, for more than six (6) months from the date of entry into Malaysia. Most nationalities do not require visas for social or business visits. For further information, please contact the nearest Malaysian diplomatic mission or Tourism Malaysia office. Alternatively visit the Malaysian Immigration Department's website www.imi.gov.my. Chennai Hashers -you can get your visa done- 10 days before your departure- (If you need help on your visa call me at 9840866083).
Currency
The monetary unit is the Ringgit Malaysian (RM). One Ringgit Malaysia (RM) is equivalent to 100 sen in coins. (USD$ 1 = RM 3 approx) - (Rupee15 = RM1 approx). Foreign currencies can be converted at banks, moneychangers and most hotels.
What to Wear & Bring
Light casual clothing, running shoes, Long tight pants leggy (most of the runs are thru the jungles & bushes, hat, small towel, swim wear, sun lotion, insect /mosquito repellent, camera, your personal medication and of course your Hash Spirit!!!
Anything else you need to know?
Please call or mail:-
Sashi “Lord Krishna” Varma +919840866083 or email: mexvar...@gmail.com
Sidhart “Steel Dick” Agarwal +91 9840380839 or email: robby....@gmail.com
Julia “Pretty Woman” Robert +60168310540 or email: jrtr...@yahoo.com
Program:
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Wed -15th Aug 2012- Joint Run with K2H2 Bunnies | |
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9am-2pm |
Registration at Sabah Oriental Hotel |
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3:15pm |
Assemble at lobby |
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3:45pm |
Transfer to run site |
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5pm |
Joint run with K2H2 Bunnies-(run fully handled by the Bunnies) |
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6pm |
Hash Circle at run site |
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6:30pm |
Transport leaves for hotel. |
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7:30pm |
Dinner & Party at Putra Hall Theme="Nations"; Dress Code=National Costume; Music=D J Vivek (Retro) |
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11:30pm |
Transport leaves back to hotel. |
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Thur - 16th Aug 2012- Borneo Kelly Bay | |
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07-08am |
Breakfast |
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08.30am |
Transport leaves city hotel( 40 minutes drive) |
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09.30am |
Arrive at Borneo Kelly Bay Private Jetty in Tuaran |
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09.40am |
Board wooden /bamboo ferry, mangrove Tambatang river crossing to Mukim Baka Bay. |
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10am-12noon |
Free & Easy: - (Bring Hash Gear, Towels, Sun Block, Hat, Shoes/ Slippers, Insect repellent & party wear) |
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Swim, Sunbathe, Volleyball etc |
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Batik Painting, Water Sport, Banana Boat, Fishing, Kayaking & Surfing (Own Cost) |
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12.30pm |
Buffet Lunch |
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02.15pm |
Hash Run through the Mangrove & Kampong (Village) |
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03.30pm |
Hash Circle |
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05-09:45pm |
Sunset Beach Party, buffet dinner. Theme= Beach Wear or Hawaiian; Music= D J Vivek |
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10pm |
Ferry to main jetty and return to Hotel. |
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Fri - 17th Aug 2012- Joint Run with Moyog Full Moon Hash | |
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After Breakfast |
Free for shopping or sightseeing (Own Account) |
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04:45pm |
Assemble at lobby |
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05:00pm |
Transfer to run site at Madsiang Riverside (It will be truly Hash way) |
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06:00pm |
Joint Run with Moyog Full Moon Hash (Run & Party hosted by Moyog). |
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07:15pm |
Circle |
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08:00pm |
Dinner & Party by the Riverside. Music= Local D J |
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11:30pm |
Transport leaves for hotel. |
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Bring: Torchlight, towel, change of clothes and toiletries |
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Sat - 18th Aug 2012- Grand Finale Ball-Sabah Oriental Hotel | |
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After Breakfast |
Free for shopping or sightseeing (Own Account) |
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07:30pm |
Dinner & Party. (Theme=Black & Red; Music= Live Band) |
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11:30pm |
Time to hit the bed!! |
On On
Mis Management of CH3
Who's Cumming!!
| Kota Kinabalu 2012 | |||
| No | Name | Chapter | Country |
| 1 | Thierry Darle | Shang Hai | China |
| 2 | Beverley Darle | Shang Hai | China |
| 3 | Arun Agarwala | Chennai H3 | India |
| 4 | Nathan | Madras H3 | India |
| 5 | Hyangmi Lee | Kh3 | Korea |
| 6 | Eun Jung Seo | Kh3 | Korea |
| 7 | Joohee Kim | Kh3 | Korea |
| 8 | Yun Jung Song | Kh3 | Korea |
| 9 | Stephen Mcfadden | Chennai H3 | Australia |
| 10 | Kim Mcfadden | Chennai H3 | Australia |
| 11 | Francis Cope | Kalgoorlie/Boulder | Australia |
| 12 | Marianne Cope | Kalgoorlie/Boulder | Australia |
| 13 | Magad Los | Capital Hash3 | India |
| 14 | Gloria | Capital Hash3 | India |
| 15 | Balasubba | Great BH3 | India |
| 16 | Chakravathy | Great BH3 | India |
| 17 | Madhu Jayram | Bangalore H3 | India |
| 18 | Ian Reynolds | Chennai H3 | China |
| 19 | Preeti Chaudhary | Chennai H3 | China |
| 20 | Rajeev Bhargava | Capital Hash | India |
| 21 | Parthi | Chennai H3 | India |
| 22 | Ravindranath | Great BH3 | India |
| 23 | Vijaya | Great BH3 | India |
| 24 | Balasubramaniam | Great BH3 | India |
| 25 | Rana Prathap | Great BH3 | India |
| 26 | Rajkumar | Great BH3 | India |
| 27 | Jhansi | Great BH3 | India |
| 28 | L.S.Boon | SAH3 | Malaysia |
| 29 | Ram Parasnath | SAH3 | Malaysia |
| 30 | William Johnson | Mackay Full Moon | Australia |
| 31 | John Kay | Mackay Full Moon | Australia |
| 32 | George Barkho | Chennai H3 | India |
| 33 | Vivek | Chennai H3 | India |
| 34 | Pradeep Singh | Bangalore H3 | India |
| 35 | Uday Singh | Bangalore H3 | India |
| 36 | Raunaq Singh | Bangalore H3 | India |
| 37 | BK Ahulwalia | Bangalore H3 | India |
| 38 | Gowri | Chennai H3 | India |
| 39 | Neil | Hyderabad H3 | India |
| 40 | Saravan | Chennai Hash | India |
| 41 | Raghu | Chennai Hash | India |
| 42 | Sashi Varma | Chennai H3 | India |
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