{"id":1399,"date":"2024-09-10T01:56:05","date_gmt":"2024-09-10T01:56:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/curtin.edu.my\/event\/mfaic-2025\/sample\/"},"modified":"2025-06-24T06:56:27","modified_gmt":"2025-06-24T06:56:27","slug":"about-miri","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/curtin.edu.my\/event\/mfaic-2025\/about-miri\/","title":{"rendered":"About Miri"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We warmly invite you to experience the unique charm of Miri, a vibrant coastal city in northern Sarawak and the proud home of Curtin University Malaysia. While modest in size, Miri offers the perfect blend of convenience, comfort, culture, and natural beauty\u2014making it an ideal destination for both academic engagement and leisure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1589\" src=\"https:\/\/curtin.edu.my\/event\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/06\/Sunset-View-from-City-Fan-Roundabout-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1549\" srcset=\"https:\/\/curtin.edu.my\/event\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/06\/Sunset-View-from-City-Fan-Roundabout-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/curtin.edu.my\/event\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/06\/Sunset-View-from-City-Fan-Roundabout-768x477.jpg 768w, https:\/\/curtin.edu.my\/event\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/06\/Sunset-View-from-City-Fan-Roundabout-1536x954.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/curtin.edu.my\/event\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/06\/Sunset-View-from-City-Fan-Roundabout-2048x1271.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<section\n                class=\"block block--no-indent cards \"\n        data-segment=\"all\">\n    \n        <div class=\"card-grid\"\n         data-card-size=\"standard\"         data-card-count=\"5\"\n         data-card-background=\"white\">\n                    <div id=\"getting-to-miri\" class=\"card\"\n         data-type=\"\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"card__title\"><h2 class=\"h2\">Getting to Miri<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"card__content\"><p>Miri is easily accessible by air, with daily domestic flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL), Kota Kinabalu (BKI), and Kuching (KCH) via Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, and Firefly. For international travellers, Miri can be reached via major connecting hubs such as Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA and KLIA2) and Kota Kinabalu International Airport, both offering convenient onward flights to Miri Airport (MYY). Travellers from Singapore can also enjoy direct flights from Changi Airport (SIN) to Miri several times a week, operated by Scoot and Singapore Airlines. This makes Miri easily accessible to participants from any region. Miri Airport is located just 15\u201320 minutes from the city centre and Curtin University Malaysia, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free arrival.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>                    <div id=\"easy-to-get-around\" class=\"card\"\n         data-type=\"\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"card__title\"><h2 class=\"h2\">Easy to get around<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"card__content\"><p>Getting around Miri is refreshingly simple. With minimal traffic and short travel distances, most places are just 10 to 15 minutes apart. Grab, a popular e-hailing service in Asia, operates smoothly across the city. and taxis are also readily available. Curtin University Malaysia is just a short drive from the city centre, with easy access to hotels, eateries, and shopping areas.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>                    <div id=\"accommodation-to-suit-every-budget\" class=\"card\"\n         data-type=\"\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"card__title\"><h2 class=\"h2\">Accommodation to suit every budget<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"card__content\"><p>Whether you\u2019re seeking five-star comfort or affordable convenience, Miri has something for everyone. Choose from premium hotels like Pullman Miri Waterfront and Miri Marriott Resort &#038; Spa, or explore cozy boutique stays and budget-friendly lodgings near the city or campus.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>                    <div id=\"delicious-and-affordable-cuisine\" class=\"card\"\n         data-type=\"\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"card__title\"><h2 class=\"h2\">Delicious and affordable cuisine<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"card__content\"><p>One of Miri\u2019s greatest attractions is its food. Savour iconic Sarawak dishes such as Sarawak Laksa, Kolo Mee, and Nyonya kuih, all bursting with flavour and culture. From hawker stalls to local caf\u00e9s, food here is both delicious and wallet-friendly.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>                    <div id=\"nature-and-cultural-attractions\" class=\"card\"\n         data-type=\"\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"card__title\"><h2 class=\"h2\">Nature and cultural attractions<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"card__content\"><p>Extend your stay and explore some of Sarawak\u2019s most iconic attractions. Just an hour\u2019s drive away is the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Niah Caves, known for its archaeological significance and breathtaking limestone formations. For nature lovers, there\u2019s Lambir Hills National Park, Tusan Beach, and other scenic spots perfect for exploration and relaxation. You can also visit the Miri Handicraft Centre, where you\u2019ll find exquisite local crafts and learn about the traditions of Sarawak\u2019s indigenous cultures. <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section          class=\"block button-block\" role=\"complementary\" aria-label=\"Button block\"\n         data-segment=\"all\">\n\n        \n<div class=\"block-heading hidden\" data-segment=\"dom\">\n                                <h2 class=\"block-heading__title \" id=\"button-block\">Button block<\/h2>\n            \n                        \n                        \n                            <\/div>\n\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sarawaktourism.com\/web\/places-to-visit\/town-view\/miri\" class=\"button button--deep-blue\" target=\"_blank\">Visit Miri<\/a>    \n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Join us in Miri for the 27<sup>th<\/sup> MFAIC2025 \u2014 where meaningful academic exchange meets rich cultural experience. 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