Sentosa Outing

 This was before COVID 19 and back in 2019 around Dec period. 

It has been quite a while since mi and wife went for a date ever since our 2 daughters are born. 

We planned our leave on a Friday so that we can enjoy ourselves without our kids around who are at school while we go and relax for ourselves.

Let me share with you on how the day went and perhaps it may be how you would like to spend you day as well with your spouse / friends  as well.

We woke up as usual at 630 am and prepare our 2 daughters for school. By the time we went out of the house, it was 7:30 am. Off we go hand in hand with our 2 lovely daughters. After putting them in school, we were off to Sentosa.

I didn't book any tickets as we go into Sentosa as i figured if there's any online deal, i will just check on the internet when i reach the ticketing office. We compared and checked the pricing as per internet. The ticketing officer lady was nice to point out to us that we can get a better deal by purchasing the 90 tokens as we were going for the Trick Eye and SEA Aquarium. On top of that we get 25% discount as locals. Do purchase from the ticketing counter 😊 Here's the link below.

https://www.sentosa.com.sg/en/deals/fun-pass/

We took our breakfast at Vivo City coffeeshop before going in on to the tram Sentosa Express monorail. After which we alight at the resorts world station and walk towards our first destination at SEA Aquarium. Here are below some of the photos we took. There were so many interesting creatures and not to mention the diver that is swimming around. There was also a Mascot which we manage to have a picture taken. 

Our First stop SEA Aquarium. 

Outing hours : 1.5 hours

Outing experience : 3.5 stars out of 5 stars.

I will give another 1 star if there are interactive games to play in understanding about the creatures and diver not just sight seeing. It could be a talk and show around with a guide so that it becomes more interactive. This will greatly enhance the experience for people. 

From there we exit and went for our lunch before we went to Trick Eye Musuem.

There is a coffee shop nearby Trick Eye Musuem where we can eat and dine. As it was a week day there were not many people, nevertheless the food was good. I did not take any pictures of the place but you will not missed it by following the sign boards. In Sentosa you will not get lost, there are so many sign boards pointing to you the direction and they are huge.

Take a look at the pictures we have taken. We really to thank the customer service guy who help to take our pictures and provided us a power bank as well as our handphone batteries were running very low.

Kudos to Trick Eye Museum people for making our experience. Thumbs up. 

 

End of our 2nd Stop

Outing hours : 3.0 hours

Outing experience : 4.75 stars out of 5 stars

7 days Itinerary in Malaysia (Malacca, Genting, KL) for holidays in June 2024 or Dec 2024

Here's a suggested 7-day itinerary covering Malacca, Genting Highlands, and Kuala Lumpur:

Day 1-3: Malacca

Day 1: Arrival and Historical Exploration

- Arrival in Malacca, check into your accommodation.

- Explore historical sites such as St. Paul's Hill, A Famosa, Dutch Square, and Jonker Street.

- Enjoy local delicacies for lunch and dinner, such as chicken rice balls, Nyonya laksa, and satay celup.

- Take a river cruise along the Malacca River in the evening.

Day 2: Cultural Immersion and Heritage Sites

- Visit the Malacca Sultanate Palace Museum and learn about Malacca's history and culture.

- Explore Kampung Morten, a traditional Malay village with well-preserved wooden houses.

- Have lunch at the Portuguese Settlement and try authentic Portuguese seafood dishes.

- Visit Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, the oldest Chinese temple in Malaysia.

- Witness the sunset at the Malacca Straits Mosque.

Day 3: Nature and Relaxation

- Take a morning stroll at Bukit China, the largest Chinese cemetery outside of China.

- Enjoy brunch at Hoe Kee Chicken Rice Ball.

- Explore the Malacca Butterfly & Reptile Sanctuary and the Malacca Tropical Fruit Farm.

- Spend the late afternoon shopping for souvenirs or relaxing at a spa.

Day 4-5: Genting Highlands

Day 4: Arrival and Theme Park Fun

- Travel to Genting Highlands from Malacca (approximately 3-4 hours by car).

- Check into your accommodation at one of the resorts.

- Spend the day at Genting Highlands Theme Park, enjoying the various rides and attractions.

Day 5: Entertainment and Relaxation

- Explore other attractions at Genting Highlands, such as Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park or Ripley's Believe It or Not! Odditorium.

- Relax and unwind at the resort's facilities, such as the spa or indoor entertainment options.

- Enjoy dinner at one of the many restaurants offering a variety of cuisines.

Day 6-7: Kuala Lumpur

Day 6: City Exploration

- Travel to Kuala Lumpur from Genting Highlands (approximately 1-2 hours by car).

- Check into your accommodation in Kuala Lumpur.

- Visit iconic landmarks such as the Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower, and Merdeka Square.

- Explore vibrant neighborhoods like Bukit Bintang for shopping and dining.

Day 7: Cultural and Culinary Delights

- Explore cultural attractions such as the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia and the National Mosque.

- Visit the vibrant street food markets of Jalan Alor or sample local delicacies at Central Market.

- Spend the evening at Kuala Lumpur's nightlife hotspots or enjoy a traditional cultural show.

Estimated cost for the booking of transport and hotels in Malacca, Genting, KL Malaysia

This itinerary offers a diverse mix of historical exploration, cultural immersion, nature appreciation, theme park fun, and culinary delights across Malacca, Genting Highlands, and Kuala Lumpur. Feel free to adjust the schedule based on your interests and preferences!

Night Safari Outing with My family

 It has been at least 14 years since i went to Night Safari. My wife and my 2 daughters have not been to Night Safari before and we were fortunate enough to get free tickets to Night Safari from PAP. We collected out tickets on the 11-May-2024 at Teban Gardens and we boarded a chartered transport bus to Night Safari. The journey took 20 mins from Teban Gardens to Night Safari. By the time we got there it was 645pm. There were ushers (night safari members) who guided us towards the entrance of Night Safari. Take note of the show of the creatures of the night whereby you will need to scan the QR code to book the event if not even if you queue, they will not let you in. We manage to book the last slot timing 9:30pm and we went in at 9pm. Below is the timing of the show. Don't forget to book. 

We went for the tram ride at 7:30pm across the guided animals hideout. The difference between 14+ years and now was that there is the voice recording from the tram instead of a zoo keeper explaining on the animals. As it is night, we couldn't really make out all the animals shape and size. If we can have a close up view, it will be much better. I believe that if they can provide binoculars or try to pull the animal towards us, it will be a much engaging experience as we sit there and took in the surroundings. 

After the 30mins tram ride, we went for our dinner. Below is the extract from Night Safari. The choices are limited though. The food was good and who can resist ice cream from Haagen-Dazs. Both my daughters enjoy 2 scoop of vanilla as the chocolate was sold out. We have a 45 mins dinner before we make our way to the performance of the Creatures of the Night. Once the performance ended, we made our way back to the Bus Bays and waited for our chartered transport to take us home. We reached home at 11pm. All in all it was enjoyable and my 2 daughters took a short nap in the bus as we buckled ourselves on the way back home. Kudos to PAP for arranging this tour for us on Mother's day.