7 Big Attractions in Malaysia's “Little England”

If you have a passion for traveling then having a holiday at any Cameron Highlands accommodation is one of the best decisions you will ever make as a tourist. Located 300 km from Kuala Lumpur and 1,500 m above sea level, Cameron Highlands boasts a climate that paved the way for beautiful natural attractions. In fact, the British called it “Little England”.

Despite the nickname, there are at least 7 big things waiting for you here in Cameron Highlands:

1. First up, the hills is home to the largest tea plantation in Southeast Asia. There's no secret that the English love their tea and that's probably why they made the area home for many years. In addition, the views from here is simply fantastic especially during sunrise.

2. Sunsets here at not bad either, espeically from Gunung Brinchang, the highest peak of Cameron Highlands at 2,032 m. Get your phones and cameras ready because the skies here during sundown is jaw-dropping glorious.

3. If you think that's amazing, then wait till you see the Mossy Forest. This place is like something straight out of a fantasy-adventure motion picture or even better. The plants and trees here strip a lot of moisture from the clouds that explains their mossy or cloudy appearance.

4. Sometimes you see something and you have to do a double-take because it's hard wrap your head around it. One of these things is the rafflesia or some call the biggest flower on Earth. Flowers, now that's another thing Brits love. Although this one looks scary, smells bad, and won't be an appropriate gift to your girlfriend on Valentines' Day.

5. Did you know that Cameron Highlands is also the leading producer of flowers in Malaysia? Go on a stroll with your significant other and feast on the sight of extraordinary multi-hued gardens reminiscent of paintings done by Chagall.

6. Strawberry farms are also a big hit here. Due to the cool climate, the highlands make the perfect area for planting strawberries. Places like the Kok Lim Strawberry Farm even lets guests harvest their own batch of berries.

7. The best resorts in Pahang are also found in Cameron Highlands because tourism is, and has always been, a booming industry. Just to mention a few, there's Cameron Highlands Resort, Strawberry Park Resort, and Century Pines Resort. The latter is a Tudor-inspired property that offers luxury suites with balconies, free Wi-Fi, cable TV, double beds, mini-bar, safe, telephone, and mini-refrigerator. It also has various conference rooms, a bar, gym, restaurant, sauna, spa, steam room, and gift shops. To know more about this Cameron Highlands accommodation, visit its website at http://www.centuryresort-cameronhighlands.com.

Jim Thompson's Mystery Trail and Other Cool Things in Cameron Highlands

Choosing an accommodation in Cameron Highlands in Pahang, Malaysia is easy because all of them are good. This former British military station is one of the most charming tourist destinations in the country, and travelers from all over visit every year to enjoy its cool weather and captivating sights. Although it would be nice to have a Tudor-inspired Pahang resort with deluxe suites like at Century Pines Resort to call home for a few days, don't make the mistake of spending all your time indoors. There are many interesting sites and things in this place, which are also known as Little England for you to discover. Here are some of them:

Jim Thompson, the famed pioneer of Thailand's silk industry, who went missing on March 26, 1967 in Cameron Highlands. It is said that after attending mass at the nearby All Souls' Church, he left Moonlight Cottage for a walk and never returned. This incident launched the largest manhunt the country has ever known. Up to 400 policemen, soldiers, aboriginal trackers, helicopters, and even a psychic investigator were tasked to try and find him but to no avail. Some believe he was abducted by Chinese communist guerrillas, eaten by a tiger, assassinated by the CIA, faked his own death in order to start a new life, or simply just got lost in the jungle.

Today, visitors can stay in a room in the actual cottage Thompson where he was last seen. Meanwhile, the Cameron Highlands Resort has its own Jim Thompson Mystery Trail and hosts events in which guests are encouraged to dress up in 1960's attire and try to solve the disappearance. Then there's Strawberry Park Resort that went as far as naming a burger recipe after him as a kind of tribute.

Cameron Highlands' second biggest town, Brinchang, is home to butterfly gardens and strawberry farms. Thanks to the area's elevation, it's one of the few places in the country where the fruit can be grown. The biggest plantation is the Kok Lim Strawberry Farm and it lets visitors harvest their own batch of berries.

Not far from here is the popular Time Tunnel and its gallery of oddities and rarities collected by history junkie See Kok Shan. The museum is full of items and images from past decades and nostalgic tourists come here to check out stuff that remind them of their childhood. Time Tunnel is open daily from 9 AM to 6 PM if you would love to have a quick trip down memory lane.

Note: To know more about Century Pines Resort accommodation in Cameron Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia, visit http://www.centuryresort-cameronhighlands.com.

Century Pines Resort in Pahang, Malaysia Upgrades Website With Direct-Booking Engine

Cameron Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia – Making holiday arrangements in Century Pines Resort at Cameron Highlands is now made easier, thanks to a newly installed direct-booking engine on its website. This online reservation system is powered by DirectWithHotels and offers travelers the following:

Quick and easy booking process
The days of endless emails and comparing rates among online travel agencies are over. Just by logging on to http://www.centuryresort-cameronhighlands.com and then clicking "Reserve Now", guests can access the booking engine and finish reserving a hotel room soon after. A set of easy-to-follow instructions will guide them through the rest of the process. Real-time information about room amenities, booking policies, as well as promos and packages are also shown here.

Instant confirmation
Guests only need to provide the required prepayment to get instant confirmation. When the system has successfully processed the transaction, they will also receive a confirmation email as reference.

Guaranteed reliable and secure
Aside from making everything swift and efficient, the website's booking engine also ensures that all transactions are safe. It is monitored by Digicert, Trustwave, and GlobalCollect — 3 of the most trusted online security providers today.

Simple modification/ cancellation
In case of sudden changes in itinerary or flights, guests can make modifications and cancel reservations using the same booking engine. However, specific policies may apply depending on the rate plans available.


About the Century Pines Resort
- This Pahang resort is located along Jalan Masjid in Tanah Rata, the biggest town in Cameron Highlands, which is the highest region in mainland Malaysia. Just a 2-minute walk from restaurants and shops, and a few kilometers away from key places of interest, such as Boh Tea Plantation and Rose Farm.
- All accommodations are furnished with a balcony, lanai or terrace. Each room has a ventilation system, Internet access, cable TV, coffee/tea maker double bed, daily newspaper, mini-bar, safe, telephone, and mini-refrigerator. There's also a private toilet and bath with shower and bathtub, individual water heating system, trouser press, and ironing board.
- Also available are conference rooms, a bar, gym, night club, restaurant, sauna, spa, steam room, shops, ample car park, and CCTV security system. Furthermore, the resort offers room, laundry, and massage services.

To know more about Century Pines Resort and experience first-hand its delightful new booking system, visit http://www.centuryresort-cameronhighlands.com.


Century Pines Resort
Lot 42, Jalan Masjid, Tanah Rata 39000
Cameron Highlands, Pahang Darul Makmur
Malaysia

Phone Number: +605-4915115

About DirectWithHotels
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