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I am Ulyssa Elaine - Travel, Food and Lifestyle Blogger

Malaysia is a multi-cultural country and one of the wealthiest country in Southeast Asia. It consists of thirteen states and three federal territories separated by the South China Sea.

Kuala Lumpur is the Malaysia's capital and its largest city. It serves as the country's economic and business hub. 

We've been to Malaysia a couple of times already and it's in Johor Bahru, another Malaysia's southern gem. Thus, this was our first time to visit Kuala Lumpur. This trip was made possible because we celebrated my mom's birthday.


» How To Get There? «


The best way to get to Kuala Lumpur is a direct flight from local or international carriers. We chose Cebu Pacific Air from Manila, Philippines. Travel time from Manila (NAIA Terminal 3) to Kuala Lumpur (Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 2) is 4 hours.


» Travel Requirements «

Here are the requirements (as of September 2, 2022) that we prepared prior to our trip:

  • Passport
  • Roundtrip Air Tickets
  • Confirmed Hotel Booking
  • Travel Insurance (not required but we purchased for our safety)
  • Philippine's VaxCert or BOQ Yellow Card (2 doses with booster)



    » How Long To Stay? «


    Technically, we stayed here for 2 days. I suggest to stay here for 3 to 4 days to experience the mix of modernity and Malaysian tradition.




    » Where To Stay? «


    We stayed in Bukit Bintang, which is the most popular and central area in Kuala Lumpur. You can also choose the KLCC, where the Petronas Tower and KL Tower is located.





    » Where To Exchange Currency? «


    We found a money changer inside the Pavilion Mall (Bukit Bintang) with a great exchange rate, Merchantrade. You can check the branch location and exchange rates online thru this link.


    » Things To Do «


    Here are the things that we did on our short trip to Kuala Lumpur:

    • Shop and dine at Pavilion Mall
    • Stroll around KLCC Park

    • Visit Petronas Tower

    • Visit Batu Caves


    • Ride and enjoy KL Hop-on Hop-off Bus
    • Visit Istana Negara (National Palace)


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    Thursday, November 17, 2022 No comments
    I've been to Johor Bahru, Malaysia once with my cousins. But this time, I was with my sister and my mom. The same as last time, we just had a lunch there and travelled back to Singapore.

    Without further ado, we travelled to Johor Malaysia on our 2nd day in Singapore (January 21, 2017). From our hotel, Southeast Asia Hotel, we walked going to Bugis MRT Station and travelled to Woodlands MRT Station. It took us an hour to get to Woodlands MRT Station. 

    Bugis MRT (Blue Line) → Newton (Blue Line) → Newton (Red Line) → Woodlands (Red Line)


    From Woodlands MRT Station, take a walk going to Woodlands Bus Terminal. Take the bus SMRT #950. Eazy Link Card are widely accepted on this transportation. The route of the SMRT #950 is Woodland Bus Terminal - JB Bus Terminal and vice versa. The trip costs SGD$ 1.43. 

    This is not the right bus to go there. We just had some photo-ops.

    After you reached the Singapore - Malaysia Border, there's a checkpoint. You have to get off the bus and present your passport to the immigration officers. The immigration officers will access your passport and (hopefully) stamp your passport to allow you to cross Malaysia. Taking photos inside the immigration counters are not allowed so we didn't have any photos on that area.


    Johor Bahru, Malaysia

    Hooray! We're now in Johor Bahru, Malaysia! 


    After we passed by the Malaysian Immigration, we proceeded to Johor Bahru City Square Mall. 


    After our lunch, we explored the mall and noticed that they were preparing for the upcoming Chinese New Year.



    After exploring the mall, we transferred to another mall named Komtar JBCC. It is just beside Johor Bahru City Square Mall.




    After that, we travelled back to Singapore and took again SMT Bus #950 to Woodlands Bus Terminal. Then took MRT from Woodlands Station to Bugis Station.


    How about you? Have you experienced to travel from Singapore to Malaysia and vice versa? How was your experience?

    Sunday, February 05, 2017 No comments
    Singapore and Malaysia countries were one of my dream countries to travel since my sister and my mom went there last 2011 to celebrate my sister's 18th birthday. Unfortunately, I was not able to go with them before because I was busy struggling to graduate on time. 



    This 2014, my dream came true when my cousins invited me to join with them and visit the countries that I've been dreaming for. I was very happy that my parents agreed to travel alone (without them) and only my cousins, aunt and nephews were with me. 

    Without further ado, I'll be sharing my itinerary for my 1-week trip. This was my first time traveling using my own hard-earned money. 😊

    Day 1 (February 26, 2014) : Manila to Singapore

    Our flight at that time was 1:40 pm to 5:10 pm via Cebu Pacific Air. 

    As we arrived at Singapore International Airport, we checked in at our hotel: Tai Hoe Hotel and headed to Mustafa Center to buy pasalubong for our loved ones.

    Day 2 (February 27, 2014) : Universal Studios Singapore

    I posted my experience on my other blog post: My Universal Studios Singapore Experience. Kindly check it.

    Day 3 (February 28, 2014) :  Chinatown, Orchard, Esplanade Theater, Fullerton Road / Esplanade Drive and Singapore Flyer

    We headed to Chinatown to buy also some pasalubong and to have a lunch at Chinatown Complex.

    After that, we went to Orchard Road to buy also some pasalubong + series of shopping.


    After a series of shopping galore, we headed to Esplanade Theater and walked to Fullerton Road / Esplanade Drive.



    Our final itinerary for that day was we went to Singapore Flyer. I'm afraid of heights but I conquered it! Yey!


    Day 4 (March 1, 2014) : Bugis, IT Show, Clarke Quay and Merlion Park

    My aunt, my other cousin and 2 nephews travelled back to Manila on our 4th day. So I was with my 2 cousins and 1 nephew. We transferred to a hostel in Bugis to save money for the next 3 days.


    After transferring to another hostel, we headed to IT Show located in Marina Bay Convention Centre. Kindly check my other post: Singapore's Largest IT, Digital, Mobile & Consumer Electronics Exhibition: IT Show 2014

    Our long walking tour started here. We headed to Clarke Quay and some photo-ops. 


    We passed by at Cavenagh Bridge then football field (Sorry I don't know the name of the field.).



    Then, walked to Esplanade Bridge again to reach the Merlion Park.


    Day 5 (March 2, 2014) : Bugis, Meet-up with Friends, etc.

    We passed by at the Kuan Yin Thong Hood Cho Temple, which is located in Waterloo Street.


    My cousin met her friends and former co-workers. I forgot the other places, where we went but here's the glimpse of it.


    Day 6 (March 3, 2014) : Singapore - Malaysia Cross-Border, Orchard Road and Hard Rock Cafe

    We went to Johor Bahru, Malaysia and had a lunch there. 

    Then, we headed to Orchard again to do some shopping (again?!!!)

    Our last itinerary for that day was we had a dinner at Hard Rock Cafe Singapore located in Orchard Road.



    Day 7 (March 4, 2014) : Singapore to Manila

    Our flight going back to Manila was 6:40 pm to 10:20 pm. I felt I was on a jet lag the day after but still I worked at the office.

    How about you? Have you been to Singapore and Malaysia? Share your experience.

    Sunday, April 06, 2014 No comments
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