COACH DEBUTS WORLD’S FIRST “COACH AIRWAYS” RETAIL CONCEPT STORE IN A CONVERTED BOEING 747 AT FREEPORT A'FAMOSA OUTLET, MALACCA

Freeport A’Famosa Outlet is proud to unveil the world's first Coach Airways,
a unique retail concept store and café housed in a transformed 1981 Boeing 747-230B aircraft.
The ambitious project, which began in April 2021, saw the successful acquiring, transferring, assembling, and completing the Boeing 747 in May 2023. With a length of 231 feet 10 inches and a wingspan of 195 feet 8 inches, the Boeing 747 was once hailed as the largest civilian aircraft in the world during the late 1960s. On 19 June 2023 beautiful Sunday morning, it takes on a new role as the world's first-ever Coach outlet in a Boeing 747 aircraft.

YAB Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Bin Yusoh, Chief Minister of Malacca giving his speech at the launch of Coach Airways.

 YAB Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Bin Yusoh, Chief Minister of Malacca said, “Coach Airways is the latest
addition to the heart of Malacca, which marks a significant milestone in the state's dedication to
enhancing its tourism offerings for the public. This launch aligns with the objectives of Visit Malacca
2024 to achieve the targeted visitors. Beyond shopping, this establishment represents a symbol of
luxury and prestige for all Malaysians, especially Malaccans”.

Datuk Julian Lau, Director of Freeport A’Famosa Outlet said, “This project has been in the works for
the past two years and it took an immense effort by the team to redesign this mega Boeing 747 Jumbo
into an exclusive one-of-a-kind retail destination by Coach”.

“Since the opening of Freeport A’Famosa, we have always strived to create various innovative
experiences for all our visitors. This latest addition adds a feather to our cap to offer Malaysians and
tourists a fun and immersive shopping experience where they can explore the cockpit, passenger and
lounge cabins whilst browsing the collections from Coach,” he added.

 

Aviation enthusiasts and shoppers alike can prepare to be captivated; The Queen of the Sky, as the
Boeing 747 is affectionately known, now reigns as the Queen of Retail, offering an extraordinary fusion
of aviation history and shopping. The spacious layout of the plane allows for a comfortable and
memorable shopping environment reminiscent of the golden age of air travel when luxury and elegance
were emphasized.

An entry pass resembling an air ticket will be given to customers upon entering the store to emulate an
air travel experience right from the entrance via an air bridge. Customers will be able to explore the
interior of the plane and its retail cabins to browse a curated selection of all-gender ready-to-wear, bags
and travel accessories— inspired by the next generation’s expressive approach to fashion.

So cute heart shape Coach

Coach will also release an exclusive Coach Airways Collection featuring a selection of t-shirts, a
passport leather case, a wheeled carry-on luggage, and field tote and travel accessories such as
luggage tags, pouches, and small wallets, printed with a limited-edition reimagination of the house’s
iconic Signature.

Campbell O’Shea, General Manager, Tapestry Southeast Asia & Oceania said, “The opening of
Coach Airways marks not only the launch of our first retail concept of its kind but also an exciting
moment for Coach as we continue to push innovation and create a space where customers can explore
and interact. We are looking forward to bringing our customers this experiential retail pop-up at Freeport A'Famosa Outlet, a popular shopping destination in Malacca”.

On the left Datuk Julian Lau, Director of Freeport A’Famosa Outlet receiving the FIRST RETAIL CONCEPT STORE 

IN AN AIRPLANE certificate from Christopher Wong, Chief Operating Officer, Malaysia Books of Records and 

witnessed by (center) YAB Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Bin Yusoh, Chief Minister of Malacca.

Also present at the event was Dato’ Dr. Ammar Abd. Ghapar, Director-General, Tourism Malaysia,
who congratulated the management team of Freeport A’Famosa Outlet for achieving the Malaysia Book
of Record’s recognition for the “First Retail Concept Store in An Airplane”, adding to the vast
accolades of the state of Malacca to inspire Malaysians to excel in various fields to the extent of
surpassing the world standards.

The Outlet was also awarded the “Unique Retail Experience” of 2023 by the Malaysian Association of
Theme Parks & Family Attractions (MATFA) earlier this month, signifying Freeport A'Famosa Outlet as a must-visit destination where fashion, history and innovation converge to provide an unforgettable retail experience.

Coach Airways at Freeport A'Famosa Outlet is set to provide guests with a distinctive and value-added
shopping experience while attracting a broader customer base and driving sales. In addition to the retail
space, the aircraft will be equipped with a welcoming area, an immersive gallery, and a contemporary
café, providing guests with a space to relax and indulge in refreshments while enjoying the unique
ambience of the transformed aircraft.

Coach Airways is poised to become a global attraction which enchants customers with its fusion of retail and aviation, where imagination takes flight.

It's a wonderful experienced to be there to witnesses the launched. Thank you for having me.

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Freeport A'Famosa Outlet has been a trailblazer in the outlet industry since its opening in January 2016
and has consistently sought innovative ways to engage customers and build a unique brand value.
Designed with a Dutch heritage concept by a leading Australian architect, Freeport A'Famosa Outlet
stands as an open-air mall, boasting verdant landscapes, five water features, a lake, four parks and lawns, a windmill, and a carousel. Spanning an impressive 180,000 square feet, the outlet offers over 80
renowned fashion, sports, and accessories brands. Additionally, a multi-purpose Exhibition and
Convention Centre, featuring 20,000 square feet of column-free space, adds further versatility to the
outlet's offerings

Southeast Asia's first 360 degree rotating audience platform at Encore Melaka

Good day to dear reader and visitor, it's a beautiful Monday. Today sharing with you about the beautiful Encore Melaka that I have visited during the Guardian Malaysia's Wellness Retreat. To see some sneak peak of the untold stories of Melaka , you need to watch the video below. It's the first day of Guardian Malaysia's Wellness Retreat, you may click on the link to read.

The evening we are invited to watch the untold stories of Melaka at Southeast Asia's first 360 degree rotating audience platform at Encore Melaka. Ths 70 minute long mega show recounts the long-forgotten tales; stories of the early voyagers, legacy of Cheng Ho's diplomatic mission, indigenous settlement and cross-cultural encounters such as the Baby Nyonya. The audience will be transported through different eras, presented in English, Bahasa Malaysi, Mandarin, Tamil, local dialects and Portuguese to reflect the harmony that exists within Melaka.

The theatre buidling was designed by Mr. Wang Ge from the Beijing Institute of Architectural Design (BIAD). Specially design for the Encore Melaka performance, the theatre building occupies 15 acres and overlooks the scenic water view of the Stratis of Melaka.

The geometric facade has concaved arcs made out of thousands of fish scale-like LED panels, which reflects light from the ever-changing and vibrant sky of Melaka. The Encore Melaka theatre embodies the cloud and the sea, movement and serenity, and where East meets West. This unconventional concept represents a journey through time and space, complementing the Encore Melaka performance. 

Group photo with media blogger infront of Encore Melaka

 Encore Melaka is the newest offering from China's iconic Impression Series- established in 2003 by renowned directors, Zhang Yimou, Fan Yue and Wang herself and has since staged ten widely acclaimed productions. Out of 150 contesting countries, Melaka was handpicked by Wang as the coveted home of the first Impression Series performance staged outside of China.

The theatre is located in Melaka's most prominant site, along the city's waterfront, 3.5km from Jonker Street in No.1, Jalan KSB, Impression 8, Impression City, at Kota Syahbandar, 75200, Melaka, Malaysia, a new tourism-cultural integrated development from Yong Tai Berhad.

Showtimes:
Monday to Sunday: 5.30pm & 8.30pm
Sunday: 2.30pm & 5.30pm.

If you like to know more about Encore Melaka cn visit htts://encore-melaka.com ,
for ticket purchases visit https://encore-melaka.com/ticketing or contact +606 270 7777

Guardian launches BYOB Campaign

The morning I took KTM from Subang Jaya to KL Sentral and we took bus to Dataran Pahlawan Megamall, Malacca. In support of Malaysia Environment Week (Minggu Alam Sekitar), Guardian Health and Beauty (Guardian) launches its 'Bring Your Orange Bag' or 'BYOB' campaign in Malacca.

In conjunction with the occasion, a series of three reusable bags, exclusively designed for Guardian were revealed to an excited media and audience.

The Guardian BYOB campaign was created from funds collected from its participation in a nationwide ministry initiative, the No Plastic Bag Day Campaign.

The bags are named Trust, Passion and Inspiration.

Named Trust, the first bag to be released the reliability of Guardian's available health products.

The second bag, Passion, represents confidence and beauty from the wide range of beauty products.

Third bag, Inspiration best describes the fun, overall well-being and positive-living gained from Guardian's assorted lifetstyle accessories.

Present the launch was Malaysian actress and host, Deanna Yusoff, who shared with the audience her environmental-friendly shopping habits. She has been practicing using reusable bags for many years.

During the event, Guardian's Final Challenge which involved a find-the-word-puzzle.

A total of 10 contestants selected from BYOB's 4-day Facebook contest took part in the Final Challenge in Malacca. Prior to the launch, Final Challenge contestants were asked to guess the acronym 'BYOB'. Total 8 contestants that present on launch at the day.

A group photo with the winners and VIPs

The Final Challenge winner received RM500 worth of Guardian vouchers, a hamper valued at RM200, and an exclusive goodie bag. Other prizes included RM100 Guardian shopping vouchers and goodies bags. Each finalists also received an exclusive photo and autograph session with Deanna Yusoff.

As part of the grand launch, Guardian stores in Malacca received an early-release of the Trust bag.

The nationwide release will be spread over a three-week period, beginning 29 October to 4 November 2015 for Trust.

This will be followed by Passion, from 5 November to 11 November 2015; and finally Inspiration from 12 to 18 November 2015.

Photo credit to Nannie

During this period, a total of 150,000 reusable bags await lucky shoppers.

You will get this bag for free of charge with every purchase of RM80 and above on a single receipt, and a limited to one (1) bag per transaction. 

CIMB cardholders will be eligible for a special privilege of a one bag with every minimum purchase of RM60 on a single receipt. The bags will be available at all Guardian outlets nationwide.

Good news if you love contest, to participate simply submit a selfie with any of the BYOB bags, hashtag #GuardianBYOB and follow @GuardianMalaysia on instagram to be one of 80 winners for the best picture. The selected pictures will win a RM80 Guardian Gift Certificate.

The contest will run from 22 October to 18 November 2015.

SkinSoul SkinShield Travelling Set product review

Anyone feeling Monday blue? 

Today I am going to blog about the SkinSoul SkinShield Travelling Set (RM500).

It consists of you can refer photo above, from left to right

Hydra-Purifying Cleanser

Hydrating, Energizing & Pore Refining Lotion 

Lift & Bright Serum

12-in-1 Suncare Day Cream (SPF 50)

Night Cream

I have been using this skin care range for two weeks now. It does not irritate my skin, it is suitable for my combination skin. 

Hydra-Purifying Cleanser

This small bottle is packed with skin vitamins and minerals of Ashitaba encapsulated in pure Swiss Glacier Water that gently washes out impurities, excess sebum and pollution while nourishing the skin's softness and suppleness.

It doesn't dry out my skin, this is suitable for all skin types.

Application:

Apply every morning and evening on pre-moistuned face and neck.

Lightly massage to detoxify skin.

Rinse with lukewarm water.

Skin feels hydrated.

Tone and pat dry.

Follow with day or night skin care.

Suitable for normal/combination skin.

Hydraing, Energizing & Pore Refining Lotion

The Hydrating, Energizing & Pore Refining Lotion can be use everyday, to hydrate and energise skin. 

Application:

Soak a cotton pad with lotion and smoothen over cleansed face and neck every morning and evening.

Pat dry.

Follow with day or night skin care.

For external use only.

Avoid contact with eyes.

Suitable for normal/combination skin.

Lift & Bright Serum

One of the skin care regime that you don't want to left out is the serum.

Lift & Bright Serum, it is use to target ageing at the core, this serum has been formulated with smaller molecules of Ashitaba's anti-ageing essence that can penetrate into the deepest layers of skin to restore skin elasticity and firmness.

Application:
Apply every morning and evening on cleansed and toned skin.

Suitable for normal/combination skin.

12-in-1 Suncare Day Cream (SPF 50)

 This 12-in-1 light textured and easily absorbed day cream goes the extra mile by acting as both a powerful skincare with sun protection and as makeup foundation that blends to any skin tone, thanks to the unique benefit of Ashitaba-enriched properties that:

1. Hydrates and protects skin
2. Unifies complexion
3. Whitens and brightens skin
4. Evens out skin tone
5. Conceals and corrects blemishes
6. Fights the signs of ageing
7. Protects skin from UV rays
8. Promotes natural skin health
9. Soothes skin irritation from environmental stress
10. Fight of damaging free radicals
11. Stimulates skin rejuvenation
12. Nourishes skin for a youthful radiance

Application:

Every morning, dab a small amount on thoroughly cleansed and toned face and neck. 

Apply evenly. I did by dabbing on 5 dots of my face.

Repeat frequently with prolonged exposure to sun.

You can check out my photo above for before and after application. I using it even I am just out from the house for 10 minutes. 

Suitable for normal/combination skin.

Night Cream

 The Ashibata enriched night cream is designed to work synergy your skin's natural regeneration cycle by depositing encapsulated retinol in precise concentrations that is time released for constant skin reconditioning throughout the night.

Application of night cream:
Every evening, dab a small quantity onto chin, cheecks and foreheads.
Smooth over thoroughly cleansed and toned face and neck before sleep.
Spread evenly until fully absorbed, working upwards from the chin to the forehead.

Suitable for matured/wrinkled skin

So last Friday was the day me with my family members to visit Melaka.

Above are skin care products of SkinSoul that I pack with my luggage.

SkinSoul Ultra-Soft Facial Towelettes 

SkinSoul SkinShield Travelling Set

SkinSoul Volume Attack Mascara 

SkinSoul C-Jello Collagen Jelly Bar that is not in the photo.

To my readers if you like to purchase the SkinSoul SkinShielf Traveling Set, you are welcome to use my code #sssherry. This set is at only RM388.

You will also be entitle to walk away SkinSoul SkinShield Set worth RM100 by minimum purchase of RM100 and above in a single receipt. 

Just for my readers are entitle to purchase 2 SkinSoul Ultra-Soft Facial Towelettes and walk away with a limited edition (not for sale) SkinSoul lip balm.

#iluvSkinSoul

For more info about SkinSoul you can visit www.skinsoul.com.my

Mamee Chef Day Out

 Last Saturday, I woke up 5.30 am the morning yeah I am so ready for this day to come. The Mamee Chef Day Out from Mamee Subang Jaya with Nuffnang by bus to Mamee Factory, and Mamee Jonker House in Melacca. We are group into four group so two groups in a bus each. Total of two buses to go Malaka.

Look we reached the Mamee factory in Melaka. 

There was quick intro by Sham Mee, Marketing Manager and there's La Mien Sifu performance. 

Above is La Mien Sifu performance on handmade dough, look below picture on how thin is the noodle.

La Mien Sifu is from China, La Mien in Bahasa Malaysia means Mi Tarik.

One of the bloggers very happy to hands on the La Mien by sifu. 

Above picture ingredients on how pastes cooking show case.

We can smell delicious smell in the air, you just want to try them immediately! 

Mamee Chef's Thai Tom Yam and Curry Laksa paste, smell so good..

Who wanna try? 

above we get to view the video of famous US blogger of Theranmenrater.com

Mamee Chef Curry Laksa rated Top 10 Best Instant Noodles in the World for 2014 by www.theramenrater.com

Theramenrater.com is known for his popular reviews of all the instant noodles that he has tasted from around the world. He is based in US and has reviewed over 1,200+ different type of instant noodles. He reviews and rates them solely based on his own opinion. In his recent posting in The Ramen Rater has included Mamee Chef in his annual Top 10 best instant noodles in the world for 2014.

Recent Mamee Double-Decker and Mamee Chef success, they have been presented with a few awards, as mention above there are Putra Brand Awards Bronze Recipient 2014 under Food Stuff Category

25 April 2014 - Mamee-Double Decker reached another milestone when it was presented Bronze Award under Food Stuff Category. An annual awards event judged by the consumers in Malaysia and is organized by Association of Accredited Advertising Agents Malaysia (4As). 

Frost and Sullivan Malaysia Excellence Awards Recipient

Mamee-Double Decker Sdn Bhd is the proud recipient of Frost & Sullivan's Home-Grown Packaged Food Company of the Year for 2 consecutive years. The Frost & Sullivan's awards recognises innovation and best practices across various industries in Malaysia.

Now let's move on the Mamee Factory Melaka that I visited.

above pic is Mr. Ng, Operation Manager of Mamee Factory. 

 We get to view from upstair the bridge we cross to see through the glasses on how the process of Mamee noodle making in process. Mixing, Rolling, Slitting, Cooling, packing and so on.

RM80 Million Investment on the Machinery in Mamee Double-Decker, that's because technology will improve the taste of the noodles. To imitate the La Mian technique for better springier noodle texture. This machine and technology, they are able to make noodle goes through the same pulling and folding process like La Mien noodles.

Do you know that Mamee-Double Decker holds 4.2 Million Households? In the recent data research released by Kantar WorldPanel shows that out of 5.47 million TOTAL household, Mamee-Double Decker instant noodles are being purchased by 4.2 million household buyers in Peninsular Malaysia. 

Now let's head on to Mamee Jonker House, located at famous Jonker Street.

 You can never miss out this yellow shop lot, above has the sign board of Mamee Jonker House. Click on the link to see more photos taken by me.

Once enter we are greeted by this cute Mamee Chefs.

 We are introduced about the Mamee Jonker House, it was open since last year November.

We head to upstair where we can DIY our cup, yeah Noodle Doodle is the fun place where you get to personalized your cup. Check out mine, I have chosen the colour that I like and color my pretty Mamee Chef Cup, then I choose the ingredients of Mamee. Yeah this instant noodle Mamee Chef Cup is mine, one and only signature of my blog on it. 

 Next we visited the Monster Kitchen, it's the kitchen where children can enjoy making their very own Mamee Noodles, they have their Mamee dough available there. It is 3 hours workshop, so is better you make a booking with them before you join the workshop.

 There have a video to watch while you can enjoy making noodle, yeah Mamee Monster teaching you that you'll need to wash your hands with soap first before the making of noodle starts.

Hehe.. never the less, everyone needs to go restroom. Look at above cool restroom signs of the Mamee Jonker House. 1st picture above is up stair rest room, 2nd picture is down stair rest room.

Yeah a fruitful day for me with Mamee Chef Day Out with Nuffnang bloggers. 

Thank you Mamee Chef and Nuffnang.

If you like to see more of Mamee Chef click on the link to find out. This link to their Facebook.

While typing this post you know I'm hungry, first comes in mind Mamee Chef so here's my lunch.

Yummylicious Mamee Chef Thai Tom Yam flavour, I added meat balls.

The Recipe of Success for Mamee Chef

Dato' Chef Ismail collaboration

A renowned celebrity chef who is well known for his expertise in Malay cuisine has teamed up with Mamee-Double Decker to create original recipe and flavour that represents Malaysia.  

For Mamee Chef creation, Dato' Chef Ismail has ensure the flavours and taste is similar to what Malaysian always have at home. The paste (co-created with Chef Ismail) for Mamee Chef's Thai Tom Yam and Curry Laksa recipe are made with fresh ingredients of herbs and spices. Just like above picture you can view.

Condiments

To ensure that Mamee Chef has an even better taste, each packet of Mamee Chef comes with a pre-packed condiment. There's different condiments for different flavours such as Prawns, bite-sized tofu, shiitake mushrooms and vegetables.

As a Malaysian brand, Mamee-Double Decker is very particular about having their products certified as Halal.

For more pictures, you can view my instagram sherrygo.