Genting First World | Premium Outlet | Zok Noodle | VR Games | Connaught Night Market

Brayden 

Bevlynn

We were given free hotel room for 1 night at Genting First World. We packed our luggage lightly, hopped on a cab to Genting Premium Outlet (midway to Genting). This was my first time there. Surprisingly for a weekday, there was a large crowd - mostly tourists. 

There were sales everywhere! And just like that, my "shopping mode" was switched on, and my eagle eyes were scanning every corner. In and out, outlet to outlet, walking out with more each time yet I felt lighter on my feet. Wheeeeeeee....... 

After the retail therapy, we took a cable car up the hill. Bray and Bev were not afraid of the height; they enjoyed it. We checked into the hotel. Not wasting much time, the children went to their favourite Funtopia Largest Bouncy Castle. They played the whole day with Bro Max. This time it is different - Bev is now stronger and could climb without much help. 

We had dinner at Zok Noodle and ordered our favourite soup pork noodle. We needed something to warm us up on a cold night like this. 

Bray played the arcade Pokemon Mezastar. It was the first battle, combined with another player. The opponent was a 6-star BLASTOISE. Both boys played so seriously. They sent out their strongest pokemon in their decks and gave a tough fight. After 3-consecutive battles, the Blastoise fainted. They threw the pokemon GREAT ball, first shake, second shake, third shake and IT was caught! Everyone (including us parents) was cheering and put up a fist like it was a good win! YES!!!!

It's already past 10.30pm, we can now go back to the hotel room.    

The next day, we checked out the theme park but realised the tickets had to be pre-booked online for the promotional rates. Since we only have a short afternoon, we decided it was not worth it to purchase a full day theme park ticket. We decided to go for the VR game + Race Car + Switch Jamboree instead.  Not too bad, but the 3 big boys were complaining of dizziness afterwards. 

We went down to KL, and managed to go to Connaught Night Market. There were endless stalls selling various food (Chinese, Malay, Korean, Seafood, Snacks, Desserts....) and miscellaneous items. This time it was packed, super super packed. It was a moving human traffic jam. We walked in our line, space was limited. Bro Max had big appetite and ordered a lot of different food. Indeed there were many things to try. There were more tourists now.  

After the long walk, we end up resting at McDonalds nearby. The children who were complaining of tiredness were no longer tired when they get to play at the playground. 

Lalaport | Midvalley Megamall | Pokemon Go Fest Global | Pavilion Bukit Jalil | Fairytale Art Craft | B.Duck City Duck | Hai Di Lao Mask Changing Performance

Brayden 8Y4M7D

Bevlynn 4Y1M0D

Bro Max and Mom came and joined us.  

At Lalaport, the children played at the garden dining food court playground and playland. There was a diploma student (preschool teacher-to-be) giving free lessons to the children in the playground. She was also giving away freebies to excite the children. The children were happy, parents were happier. We could sit right next to the playground and have cooling Mixue ice lemon tea while waiting (without breaking the wallet). 

At Midvalley Megamall, there was Parent Day promotion. we went on a shopping spree; new clothes and pajamas for the children, Geronimo book series and special editions, oven. 

We were here for another purpose. The 2-day Pokemon Go Fest - GLOBAL 2025! Our vacation was planned around this; we wanted to meet Bro and Mom to play this together. Phones were fully charged, eyes were sharp, fingers ready to roll. They went into raids after raids, gyms after gyms. They have caught few shinies with background. 

At the end of the day, we ate at Bananabro. They had unlimited refills and Parents eat for FREE (with min. RM80 spend).  

At Pavilion Bukit Jalil, we decided to go for Fairytale Art and Craft this time. We had the whole place to ourselves. I am quite surprise; this small place offers much more activities than meets the eye. There was live fish catching (children's favourite), sand pit, role play with costumes, necklace/bracelet making, beads art, mini house bricks. I made a few bracelets and Pikachu + Fish Bead art. It was a relaxing creative moment for a parent. I guess it's easier to get into the "creative zone" because it was quiet and there were no other children or parent around. 

We spent another full day at the B.Duck City Fun at the Piazza. We bought the unlimited rides for 2 adults and 2 children. The best part was only the children were given the tag, any adult can tag along with them. So Bro and Mom could also play along. There were 8 rides altogether; Around the World (merry-go-round), It's Meowgination (giant swing), Treasure Pirate Ship, Flight Diary (hot air balloon), Romantic Paris (little cars around Eiffel Tower), Lil' Cowboy Adventure (rocking bullride), Windmill Trampoline, and the best favourite Bathroom Battle. 

Everyone was given a net to catch balls shooting up into air. For 90 balls caught, one is rewarded with a small toy ball from the machine. My mom loved it and teamed up with Bray to catch more than 10 small toy balls... Bev loved the trampoline, she's light enough to bounce high. 

In the centre of the Piazza, there were two rotating claw machines with diamonds & unique duck toy keychains. We won 8 different duck keychains. At one time, 3 keychains dropped simultaneously; we were lucky. Some other players went back empty-handed after several attempts. We gave away the diamonds to the children around. 

 

We had dinner at Hai Di Lao. The top service and food quality never fail to impress. The children can play in the play area, while parents slowly dine. They even put a CCTV for us to watch the children (for my Mom who is constantly worried about the children). The noodle dancer was a good performer. Tonight, there was something more... The loud dramatic traditional chinese music pulled our attention to this performer in the middle of the restaurant. Dressed in a brightly coloured costumes, he danced and turned around to keep the suspense. Then in a blink of an eye swooooosh his face mask changed. A few more rounds and more masks changed. He walked to Bev and Bray, played rock paper scissors and both won a small price (although Bev may have cheated a little, her hand of scissors came out after he put his paper out). When he was out of masks, we thought that was the end of the performance, then...... he pulled up another mask back on his face. The whole restaurant applauded.

Some other nice spots: 

• Jin Xuan Dim Sum
• Togather
• Ben's Midvalley
• Foot and shoulder Massages at Wellness Oasis
• Kuchai Lama Night Market (small night market) - Nice Pan Mee, Lekor and Nasi Lemak 

 

  

 

 

KL Petaling Street | Breakfast Spot | Chan Che Shu Yuen Temple

Brayden 8Y4M2D

Bevlynn 4Y0M26D

On our first day in Kuala Lumpur. 

Breakfast Spot (Petaling Street) 

Love the nice ambience. We sat at the entrance.

During my last visit, I bumped into a close friend HP at this same spot. It was such a big coincidence.

I was reading comfortably at this nice spot. The feeling of everything around you was in motion and I could slow down to enjoy my time. The candles lights by the window slowly melting away. It felt like every worries just melt away in that moment.

While I was in thoughts, I happened to glance briefly at the direction of the cashier. The back of this lady standing at the cashier was so familiar. I walked towards her. True enough, it was HP!

Petaling street is such a big area. On this particular day, I walked around and chose this cafe to slowly enjoy breakfast and read a book. I chose this cafe because it reminded me of the last time Bray took a photo beside this building. It was a moment of right place, right time.

HP also told me this was only her second time at the cafe. I joined her family for breakfast.   

Outside the window, there were photographers taking wedding photoshoot. Bray and Bev was making funny faces on the other side of the window. 

Chan Che Shu Yuen Temple

There were many wedding couples there. It might have been a mass wedding registration day. Beautiful young couples happily taking photos to celebrate their moments. Hub and I decided to take one photo too (photographer was Bray, hiding behind the wedding logo was Bev).

We went for a swim in the big pool and jacuzzi; with tallest building Merdeka 118 in view. The children pool had a slide. Bev was so scared to come down any slides in a pool, but this time she loved it - sliding down over and over again with Bray gor gor. 

VivoCity Stitch Theme | How to Train your Dragon movie

Brayden 8Y3M22D

Bevlynn 4Y0M15D

It was Father's Day and we celebrated it at VivoCity Singapore. 

Outside the main entrance, there was a giant display of Stitch with balloons. Right beside it was a mini-pop-up-Carnival, mini-express train and a bouncy castle - all filled with BLUE Stitch themed plush toys and merchandises. We happily captured some nice moments with the cute alien. 

Bray asked, "Where is Lilo?" O yes, how is there no Lilo around? We were so focused on Stitch, that we had forgotten about this little girl - the one who adopted an unwanted "dog"; taught him how to flirt like Elvis Presley and made him realised how important is "Ohana". Her words stuck with me after watching the movie. 

"Ohana means FAMILY, Family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten". 

We were at VivoCity to meet Bro. He was going through some tough time, but I hoped to comfort him. 

We bought discounted tickets from Golden Village to watch the newly released "How to train your dragon". Bray and Bev loved the dragons. Bev could hardly keep her eyes open until the end because it was too long for her. Although I had watched the cartoon version several times before, this live version is still a good remake and surprisingly good. With all the different versions of dragons coming together, flaunting their strengths and cutely succumbing to their weaknesses in real action; made me want to keep a pet dragon of my own (ok probably not a good idea! I am too slow to react and run away from their fire attack, likely turned into a human turkey and easy meal in the battle ring). 

After dinner at Astons, we went to Timezone. Caught a Toothless plush toy from the claw machine and several mini Stitchs keychains from the candy claw machine. What lucky day! 

Seems the children had more enjoyable time than Hub! Happy Father's Day

 

FunMax | Animal Pen | Utopia Jungle World | Jumptopia Space Warriors | Paradigm Mall

Brayden 8Y3M24D

Bevlynn 4Y0M17D

We planned for a weekend trip to Legoland. At the entrance, we were turned away. We had forgotten the annual pass was not applicable for June and December holidays. 

The children were both disappointed. Oops! 

We played at FunMax nearby - claw machines and arcades. Brayden caught a Snorlax toy, it became his "travel buddy" for the next days (He has forgotten about the "special" toy after reaching home). We then let the children into the small animal pen near the entrance of Legoland - for RM10/each. They happily carried the rabbits, chickens, gecko, bearded dragon lizard, tortoise. 

Next stop, Paradigm Mall. It was crowded due to the school holidays. There were many exciting activities for the children. We were there 2 days in a row. On the first day, we let the children in the Utopia Jungle World Themepark. On that day, there was free face painting and cheerleading workshop. The children loved the playground; balloon house, sand play area, ball pit with cannon and their favourite the large lego blocks. They built castles and small homes. 

On the second day, my 10 year-old niece joined us at Jumptopia Space Warriors , Paradigm Mall Convention Centre. The bouncy wonderland is open from 1 June - 6 July 2025. It is fun for children of any age and adults too. We bought the family combo (2 adults + 2 children + 1 add-on child) at RM200. There were 5 castles, 1 battle arena, 1 ball pit. They loved it. It is good fun spot to escape the hot outdoors and heat waves, it is definitely a good choice over Legoland.  It was big enough to play tag & hide-and-seek. I was all drained after a few hops and bounced. Bev's height was just the same as the big ball in the battle arena. She could easily roll across the room inside the big transparent ball. It was funny how Bev, Bray and Hub tried to battle against one another. They were seen rolling on the floor more often than battling. 

We had lunch at the Thong Bowl Thai Food. The Thai noodles were delicious and the Thai Bubble Milk Tea was humongous! I think one big Milk Tea can serve more than 8 standard glass. 

We had dinner at Century Street Food near KSL. It was a nice outdoor hawker setting. The curry fish head, duck rice, satay, grilled seafood were good. 

Time to head back to Singapore!