MAS OFFERS TEMPTING FARES TO EUROPE, NORTH ASIA

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Airlines (MAS) today announced "enticing fares" for travel from Malaysia to 10 European and North Asian destinations for 14 days, beginning tomorrow until Nov 25, via its own distribution channels and travel agents in Malaysia. In a statement Friday, the national carrier said it is offering First, Business and Economy class fares for this promotion through www.malaysiaairlines.com, Malaysia Airlines Facebook, ticket offices and its Call Centre for travel from Nov 12 to Dec 31, 2011. MAS said the destinations covered by this 50-day travel period include London, Paris, Amsterdam and Rome in Europe as well as Tokyo, Osaka, Seoul and Taipei, with return Economy class fares starting from as low as RM3,011 for Amsterdam, RM3,188 to Paris and RM2,699 to Tokyo and Osaka. First and Business class fares are equally irresistible with return Business Class fares starting at RM11,999 to Paris and return First Class fares starting at RM22,222 to Amsterdam. All fares include taxes and surcharges. "With the strengthening of the Ringgit against the currencies in Europe and North Asia, this is a timely opportunity for holiday seekers and corporate travellers to plan their trips now to destinations in MAS’ European and North Asian network," it said. The airline is also offering these attractive promotional fares to encourage travellers to book and pay for their non-stop flights from Malaysia and enjoy full in-flight service at no extra cost during their travel. As these offers are only for travel until Dec 31, 2011, MAS advises customers to plan their travel now and purchase their tickets early as these offers are expected to be taken up fast. No extra charge applies for customers who commence their travels from Penang and Johor Baharu, while a 50 per cent rebate off the published fares is offered on flights from other parts of Malaysia to Kuala Lumpur International Airport to connect with the international journeys. -- BERNAMA