Dinner in the Sky – Sabah’s Latest Attraction

KOTA KINABALU: Dining a three-course Italian meal while being suspended 50 metres in the sky is the latest attraction introduced here.

Locals and tourists can get the bird-eye view experience at Sutera Harbour Resort, where two dinners are served daily this August.

State Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Seri Masidi Manjun who had first hand experience during the launch last night, said both locals and tourists alike are expected to be drawn to this new tourism experience.

“I took the first ‘flight’ and what better way to experience our beautiful sunset.

“It might not be everyone’s cup of tea but then again it is something unique and eventhough Sabah is known for its nature as our niche, I always encourage new products here to keep visitors engaged.

“Those with a fear of heights, I suggest them to try as you are safe. With the music playing and the chef and waiter talking to you, you would be so busy, what with eating and taking photos that you wouldn’t realise it (being high off the ground),” he said after his dinner.

‘Dinner in the Sky’ has history which began in Belgium and over 5,000 dinners were hosted over 45 cities including Kuala Lumpur to date.

Organiser TwoSpicy Entertainment who brought the experience to Sabah said up to 30 percent reservations were made after just three days of opening the tickets for purchase.

“This is impressive as we didn’t expect this kind of response in Sabah,” said chief executive officer Arvin Randahwa.

He assured the standard safety measures of seated guests wearing safety belts while standing presenter and crew are secured by safety harnesses at all time during the dinner.

The dining experience is endorsed by Sabah Tourism Board and co-sponsored by Sutera Harbour.

Source: New Strait Times