Monday, April 27, 2009

Sabah gets set for three big events


KOTA KINABALU: Visitors will be spoilt for choice as three major events kick off this week showcasing the best of the state's culture and Labuan's marine natural wonders.

The launch of the month- long Pesta Kaamatan, or Harvest Festival, will be held in Papar on Friday while the Sabah Fest cultural extravaganza will begin the next day.

Tomorrow will see the launching of the Labuan International Sea Challenge, which ends on Sunday.

Each represents a distinct attraction aimed at keeping local traditions alive and can boost the lucrative tourism industry which both the state and Labuan are banking on to pull it through the global economic slowdown.

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