JANUARY
	Gems of the World Genting Highlands Resort 1st January - 30th September 2008  A showcase of the world’s largest collection of natural mineral gemstones in their purest uncut forms. View these priceless gemstones up close! Organisers: Genting – City of Entertainment Phone     : 603 6101 1118 / 2718 1118 Website : www.genting.com.my FEBRUARY Kuantan Challenge 2008 Kompleks Pelancongan & Rekreasi Pantai Balok 1st - 3rd February 2008 An exciting, adrenalin pumping 3-day event as some of the world's best windsurfers pit their skills against each other and the elements at the tail end of the Monsoon season in the East Coast. Organisers: Tourism Pahang Bangunan JKR 300, Jln Masjid, 25000 Kuantan, Pahang Tel       : 09-517 1623/4  E-mail : pkbf@tm.net.my                 pkbf@streamyx.com Kid's Scuba Adventure 2008 Kampung Salang, Pulau Tioman 28 - 2nd March 2008 The Kids Scuba™ Adventure 2008 brings you another fun packed excursion to Pulau Tioman. Come join the biggest Kids Scuba camp in Asia on this beautiful island in conjunction with "International Year of Reef 2008." Grab a chance  to 'Adopt A Coral'. Organisers: Kid's Scuba, No. 17, Jalan Putra Bahagia 8 / 2 K, Putra Heights 47650 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia. Tel       : +603 5192 8002 Fax      : +603 5192 8005 Mobile: +6019 317 6705 Email  : kidsscuba@yahoo.com Salang Pusaka Resort, Kampung Salang, Pulau Tioman, Pahang Darul Makmur. Tel  : 6 019 262 5330           6 019 750 5330           6 07 799 8337
	APRIL
	Pahang International River Rafting Expedition 2008 Kuala Lipis - Pekan 27 April - 4 May 2008 This annual 329km expedition is organised in conjunction with the National Water Festival Month, which is held in April each year. Open to anyone above 18 years of age and in sound health. Each team  comprises 6 persons with 5 persons on the raft at all times. The sixth person serves as a reserve. The participants will stop and spend the night at designated villages along the Pahang River. Each village will hold a feast in honour of the guests. Organiser: Perbadanan Kemajuan Bukit Fraser (PKBF) Bangunan JKR 300, Jln Masjid, 25000 Kuantan, Pahang Tel       : 609-517 1623/4  E-mail : pkbf@tm.net.my    pkbf@streamyx.com
	JUNE
	Kuantan Beach Run 2008 Taman Gelora to Balok 13 - 15 June 2008 Local and international participants are featured in this annual run that starts from Taman Gelora at the edge of Kuantan town, passing Pantai Sepat, Pantai Gelora, Teluk Chempedak, Pantai Beserah, and ending at Pantai Balok. A beach festival is also featured. Organiser: Majlis Perbandaran Kuantan, Jalan Tanah Putih, 25000 Kuantan, Pahang Darul Makmur. Tel       : 609-512 1555 Fax      : 609-513 0644
	Tioman Kayak Expedition  2008 Pulau Tioman 13 - 15 June 2008 Take on the savage seas on a challenging expedition to the pearl of the Seri Buat Archipelago - Tioman island. Organiser: Tioman Development Authority, A145-147, Level 1 & 2, Lrg Tun Ismail 6, Sri Dagangan, 25000 Kuantan, Pahang Darul Makmur. Tel       : 609-514 1206 Fax      : 609-514 8801  E-mail : tioman@mytioman.com.my
	Fraser's Hill International Bird Race 2008 Fraser's Hill 21 - 22 June 2008 The annual International Bird Race organized by the Fraser's Hill Development Corporation in collaboration with WWF-Malaysia and the Malaysian Nature Society oversees participants throughout the world converging to the hill station to determine which team can sight, identify and record the most number of species of birds as stated in the official checklist. Organiser: Perbadanan Kemajuan Bukit Fraser (PKBF) Bangunan JKR 300, Jln Masjid, 25000 Kuantan, Pahang Tel       : 609-3622 195 (Fraser's Hill Tourist Information Centre) E-mail : pkbf@tm.net.my    pkbf@streamyx.com
	Tioman Mega Dive  2008 Pulau Tioman 11- 15 June 2008 A four day ‘festival’ gathering of scuba divers and enthusiasts from various parts of the world. This annual event will include diving related activities with elements of fun, knowledge and skills. Participants may include enthusiast, novice as well as professionals. Organiser: Tioman Development Authority, A145-147, Level 1 & 2, Lrg Tun Ismail 6, Sri Dagangan, 25000 Kuantan, Pahang Darul Makmur. Tel       : 609-514 1206 Fax      : 609-514 8801  E-mail : tioman@mytioman.com.my
	AUGUST
	Royal Pahang International Billfish Challenge 2008 Kuala Rompin 8 - 10 September 2008 The best of the best converge on this sleepy corner of Pahang where the mighty Pahang river flows into the South China Sea. It is here at around this time that the powerful and beautiful sailfish have their annual face off with international fishing enthusiasts. It is a catch and release routine for the most outstanding team. Organiser: Tioman Development Authority & Berita Harian, A145-147, Level 1 & 2, Lrg Tun Ismail 6, Sri Dagangan, 25000 Kuantan, Pahang Darul Makmur. Tel       : 609-514 1206 Fax      : 609-514 8801  E-mail : tioman@mytioman.com.my
	Bera Ironman Challenge 2008 Tasik Bera 10 August 2008 Only the best and the fittest takes up the challenge in this extreme endurance race at the fabled Tasik Bera. Organiser: Perbadanan Kemajuan Bukit Fraser (PKBF) Bangunan JKR 300, Jln Masjid, 25000 Kuantan, Pahang Tel       : 609-517 1623/4  E-mail : pkbf@tm.net.my    pkbf@streamyx.com
	Merdeka Eve Celebrations 2008 Padang MPK 2, Kuantan 30th August 2008 Turn out in force to greet the nation's  50th birthday as the clock strikes 12 midnight. This may well be a grand occasion as Malaysia proudly strides into its half century of freedom. Organiser : PKKWNP Tel : 609-517 8466 / 7397    E-mail: pkkphg002@hotmail.com
	50th Merdeka Day Parade 2008 Jalan Mahkota, Kuantan 31st August 2008 The citizenry and officialdom of Pahang turns up for the grand independence day parade in conjunction with the country's 50th birthday. Come early to catch the best position to view this colourful extravaganza. Organiser: Pahang State Secretarial Office. Tel: 09-552253   Fax: 09 5526106
	September
	International Lipis Dirt Bike Challenge 2008, Kemahang, Lipis Kuala Lipis 15 - 16 September 2008 Another tough and gruelling competition as local and international dirt bikers pit against each other and the challenging terrain for the coveted prize. Organisers : The Pahang Tourism Action Council Tourist Information Centre, Jalan Mahkota, 25000 Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia. Tel           : 609-517 1111 Fax          : 609-514 6900 E-mail     : mtpnphg@tm.net.my   Perbadanan Kemajuan Bukit Fraser (PKBF) Bangunan JKR 300, Jln Masjid, 25000 Kuantan, Pahang Tel       : 09-517 1623/4  E-mail : pkbf@tm.net.my                 pkbf@streamyx.com
	Ramadan Bazaar 2008 Kuantan 7 Sept - Oct 5 2008 On this auspicious and holy month of Ramadan Muslims observe the dawn to dusk fast. It is also a month of culinary delights as food bazaars sprout like mushrooms after the rain at almost every locality. Join the crowd and immerse in this great tradition. The Pahang Tourism Action Council Tourist Information Centre, Jalan Mahkota, 25000 Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia. Tel           : 609-517 1111 Fax          : 609-514 6900 E-mail     : mtpnphg@tm.net.my Perbadanan Kemajuan Bukit Fraser (PKBF) Bangunan JKR 300, Jln Masjid, 25000 Kuantan, Pahang Tel       : 09-517 1623/4  E-mail : pkbf@tm.net.my                 pkbf@streamyx.com
	October
	Hari Raya Aidil Fitri 2008 Nationwide 13 October  2007 The end of the month Ramadan is celebrated joyously by Muslims and Malaysians of other races in a splash of colour, gaiety, racial harmony and deep spirituality. Come be our guest as the Malaysian open house tradition greets all with open arms.
	November
	Taman Negara Eco-Challenge 2008 Gunung Tahan, Pahang 8 - 9 November  2008 This a grueling 4-day race that traverses parts of the world's oldest rainforest, Taman Negara. The challenge, comprising participants in teams of four persons, is open to all individuals 18 years old and above with the drive, passion and courage. The starting point of the race is at Relau River, Merapoh, Kuala Lipis while the ending point is at National Park, Kuala Tahan, Jerantut   Organisers:   The Pahang Tourism Action Council Tourist Information Centre, Jalan Mahkota, 25000 Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia. Tel           : 609-266 2369                 (Mr. Burhanuddin Ghazali) Fax          : 609-514 6900 E-mail     : mtpnphg@tm.net.my SPKG Tour Sdn. Bhd. No 16, Jalan Diwangsa, Bandar Baru, 27000 Jerantut, Pahang Darul Makmur, Malaysia. Tel  : 609-266 2369 Tel  : 609-266 3752 Fax : 609-2664369 E-mail :  spkg@tm.net.my
	December
	New Year's Eve 2008 Kuantan 31st December Organiser: PKKNP Tel: 09-517 8446/7397  Email: pkkphg002@hotmail.com
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