Vibe Managers guide:
Desaru Coast, Malaysia
Aaron Barnabas – Vibe Manager

Meet Aaron Barnabas, the Vibe Manager for Hard Rock Desaru Coast.

What is a Vibe Manager?

A VIBE manager, or rather  the Visionary Individual Behind Energy, has the task of curating the hotel atmosphere with lighting, music, decor, entertainment and surrounding memorabilia. They are the driving force behind Hard Rock’s unique events.

They are the go-to person for discovering and booking the best local music, the ins-and-outs of the scene, where to eat, drink and be merry… and so much more.

Aaron’s Insider Tips:

“Desaru is a peaceful town for a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. You can find great street food up till very late at night or past midnight. The best music scene is inside of the hotels and the beaches are great for surfing.”

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GMT+8

“I don’t drink coffee, but I do order the best hot chocolate from GMT+8!” – Touch Mahal

“Get the Bombay Sapphire with 7-up. And this is the only place in Desaru with the best live band!” – Aaron Barnabas, Vibe Manager

JALAN PANTAI 3, DESARU COAST, 81930 BANDAR PENAWAR JOHOR DARUL TA’ZIM, MALAYSIA
coffee
Constant Grind

“Get the Caffe Latte.” – Aaron Barnabas, Vibe Manager

Jln Pantai 3, 81930 Bandar Penawar, Johor, Malaysia
food
The Elephant & The Butterfly

“My favorite watering hole is the pool side at The Elephant & The Butterfly, great view and awesome crafted cocktails.” – Aaron Barnabas, Vibe Manager

Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast, Jalan Pantai 3, Bandar Penawar, Johor, Malaysia
shopping
Rockshop

“Favorite boutique? ROCKSHOP! ROCKSHOP AND ROCKSHOP!” – Touch Mahal

“For Hard Rock music inspired collectibles.” – Aaron Barnabas, Vibe Manager

JALAN PANTAI 3, DESARU COAST, 81930 BANDAR PENAWAR JOHOR DARUL TA’ZIM, MALAYSIA
food
Restoran Ehsan Jaya

“Best place to eat after a night’s drinking is a local Indian shop called Ehsan Jaya. Have some roti prata flooded with dhall is the best!” – Aaron Barnabas, Vibe Manager

Restoran Ehsan Jaya, Penawar, Jalan Cengal 2, Taman Desaru Utama, Bandar Penawar, Johor, Malaysia

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