Malaysia’s garden city just 15 minutes south of Kuala Lumpur is reinventing itself to provide conference and incentive groups more reasons to head to the federal territory.
Built on an expansive marshland and former oil palm estate in Selangor, Putrajaya spans an area of almost 5,000 hectares and lies some 30 kilometres from the hustle and bustle of Kuala Lumpur.
Its integrated township, IOI Resort City, was built with entertainment and leisure facilities for professionals, families and holiday-makers alike. Facilities include a lifestyle mall, an 18-hole championship golf course and hotels all located within the vicinity of the lush resort city.
Biz Events Asia visited Putrajaya to bring you these five ways to utilise the city’s offerings.
District 21
Indoor theme parks make for a great team building venue without having to worry about any potential haze.
Taking up more than 6,500 sq m of space, District 21 has hosted a team building session of 500 people, although it will comfortably fit 300 people. Its 12 key attraction sites feature various challenges and obstacles designed to bring out the best (or worst) in team members through endurance and communication.
It’s not Hunger Games, but its concrete walls splashed with graffiti art and steel structures housed in a massive glass house that overlooks the greens will spark curiosity and excitement in people of all ages.
Le Meridien Putrajaya
Located in IOI Resort City, the hotel offers 353 guest rooms and suites with a city or garden view, 15 meeting and conference venues ranging from 66 to 196 sq m, a 2,500 sq m function space, recreational facilities as well as wine-and-dine experiences with eateries Latest Recipe, Le Mei and the Latitude Bar.
The hotel adjoins IOI City Mall, which houses a multitude of shopping, dining and entertainment options including an Olympic size ice-skating rink and the above mentioned indoor adventure park, District 21.
Apart from its multitude of event spaces, we were most impressed by its creative and localised coffee break options and activities, which includes customising your own éclair and sketching/painting.
Marina Putrajaya
Previously known as Putrajaya Maritime Centre, the circular complex is home to various recreational water sports, including kayaking, dragon boating, canoeing, sailing and more.
Events and corporate meetings can utilise Marina Putrajaya’s boardroom or banquet hall, which can seat up to 250 people.
For a wholesome day at the complex, kick-start with an adrenaline-pumping dragon boat session that’s great for groups of 22, followed by three to four hours of brainstorming session with one break in between for the best results. Wine down with a game of snooker or a karaoke session, followed by a fine-dining experience at the café.
Cruise Tasik Putrajaya
Revel in the sights of the garden city’s architecture and greenery while cruising on the tranquil lake in the heart of Putrajaya.
Learn about the history of Putrajaya and its architectural landmarks as well as the fascinating facts on the flora and fauna that form the ecosystem of the lake and wetlands while taking in the 360-degree view of the city on board one of Cruise Tasik Putrajaya’s cruises.
Putrajaya Lake Recreation Centre
Located within Putrajaya Wetlands, 76.8 hectares of vast expanse of water set against a background of lush vegetation make Putrajaya LRC the place for disconnecting from the hectic city life and connecting with people and nature without distraction.
Three tiers of team building packages help build water confidence through water rafting, aquatic treasure hunt, kayaking, paddle boating, and other water-based team building activities
If water-based activities is not for you, its park is worth exploring whether on foot or on bicycle. Barbecue site rentals and other camping facilities are also available.
For more of what Malaysia has to offer, look out for the April-May 2017 issue of Biz Events Asia.
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