Travel to Beijing, China

         I went to Beijing on 2016 by plane, AirAsia. I got a round trip ticket at cost RM500. I went there with a friend. 

        When we talk about Beijing, of course we will imagine about one of the seven wonders in the World. It is the Great Wall of China. It has unique structure and long history. If you go there, don't miss out on the chance to visit there. If you are coming from Beijing city, you can take a direct bus or train. 

          In my opinion, people here are incredibly rude. Therefore, it's no surprise that security guards can be seen everywhere include inside public transports to protect people from something horrible happening. Most of bus stations also have at least a security guard on duty to keep passengers from pushing one other as they board the bus.  

           Honestly, they are very impure in my view. Most of their public restrooms are very dirty. I was shock when my friend who traveled with me said, she spotted a man was peeing at a public area in front of others. 

            In positive side, their public transports are very punctual. As a result, people like to use them. It is different in my home country. Even though our government encourage us to use the public transports for a long time ago, but our people still use their own transports because of inefficient services especially in term of time and punctuality.  

         Most of Malaysian like to come here for shopping. So am I. We all like shopping. I prefer to buy clothes. I love trench coat, jacket and cardigan. Their designs are very nice and awesome. When I was in Beijing, I stayed in Qianmen because it is a shopping area. Pictures below are scenery at Qianmen Street. 

            

            I like to travel around the World but, I don't think I can do so. That's why I choose World Park as my destination to see the World without having to visit each country. This park gives visitors a chance see the planet's best known landmarks. They are include Sydney Opera House, Eiffel Towel, the Great Pyramid and so forth. You can see the miniatures by click this link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t37ot8ob0lE

        Many visitor queued up to visit historical places like the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, and The Temple of Heaven. I believe their people like to explore and to understand more about their culture, religion, and history. It's not same with me, I don't like to go there. It's quite boring.

Resepi kuih lapis

 2   cawan tepung beras

1/2 cawan tepung gandum

1/2 cawan tepung jagung

1 cawan gula

3 cawan santan

2 cawan air

1)  Campurkan semua bahan di atas. Kacau sehingga sebati

2) Bahagikan adunan itu kepada 2 bahagian

3) Masukkan pewarna kesukaan anda ke dalam dua adunan tadi. Pastikan dua adunan itu menggunakan berlainan warna. Saya gunakan warna merah & hijau

4) Panaskan pengukus sehingga air mendidih

5) Masukkan loyang ke dalam pengukus

6) Masukkan 2 senduk adunan bewarna merah ke dalam loyang. Kukus sehingga masak ( lebih kurang 5 minit)

7) Kemudian, masukkan 2 senduk adunan bewarna hijau ke dalam loyang. Kukus sehingga masak

8) Step 6 & 7 diulangi sehingga habis adunan tersebut

9) Apabila masak, sejukkan dahulu sebelum makan

Anda boleh melihat cara membuat kuih lapis secara live dengan menekan link berikut : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VTV7nWIwjcA

Selamat mencuba !!!

Cameron Highlands

         In 2005, I went to Cameron Highlands for the first time for a reunion. I just attended the reunion program at Agro Technology Park Mardi & I didn't stroll around. It was disappointing. Then in 2013 & 2014, I visited there. 

        I didn't leave the house for two years during the corona virus pandemic.  Once the government announced anyone could travel across the country, I chose Cameron Highlands as my first destination. I visited there in November 2021.

            Cameron Highlands has undergone some changes. Now, they have ATV and safari in Kuala Terla. I choose safari to explore the hill. We have to go along the curving route. It is extremely dangerous, I am so terrified. However, the emotion will fade when I see a wonderful panorama from the summit as well as the tea plantation. After the safari is completed, the driver will take you to the animal feeding zoo. You can enter here by using the safari ticket. This link will show you the scenario there,  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qv9-HswCr4g

                             

        I was hungry after spending time at the Animal Feeding Zoo so, I ate at Cameron Valley Tea House which is close by. The tea here is quite tasty. Even if the price is high, I will never regret drinking here again.

        The Lavender Garden also is a great spot to see flowers. The view here is very nice and awesome. There are numerous shops in this area. Plants, souvenirs, clothing, and food are among the items on sale. You can dine at the restaurant if you are hungry. There is also a prayer room. When the time comes, Muslims can pray here. Click this link to see the scenery: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpURzTlO4a8&t=13s

 

            Agro Technology Mardi is divided into six areas. They are English Garden,  Herb Garden, Orchid Garden, Rose Garden, Research Centre, and Information Centre. The entrance charge is RM6.50. All of the gardens are open to the public, and you can also purchase fresh farm products. Here is a link to a video of the scenery https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C22tGnpbh6o&t=16s

            Green View Garden is situated at Jalan Simpang Pulai-Cameron Highlands. It is far away from any other attractions. Here, you will find a  strawberry farm, a grape farm, a hydroponic vegetable garden, and a lot of flowers. There are also a lot of pets. This link will take you to the panorama: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Vm4l1dGWeo&t=1s

            The original night market is in Brinchang and has relocated in Golden Hill, Tanah Rata. I had planned to go there but, I've cancelled after I going to the Morning Wet Market at Kea Farm. This market already sells what I'm looking for. After that, I had lunch at Medan Selera which is located opposite this market. 

           I went to the Sheep Sanctuary once I finished eating. Because of the corona virus, the Sheep Sanctuary administration restricts the number of guests. I have to wait in line to go there. You can see the imagination there by clicking this link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2gHU9vn-CIU

            

        

Travel to Singapore

        I would like to share some budget-friendly travel advice for Malaysian who want to travel in Singapore..........

1) Accommodation

        Saya suggest, anda menginap di hotel, Johor Bharu. Lebih menjimatkan lagi jika anda menumpang di rumah kenalan @ relatives yg tinggal di Johor Bharu. Ini bermakna, anda hendaklah berulang-alik dari JB ke Singapore setiap hari sepanjang percutian anda. Hotel di Singapore sangat mahal lebih-lebih lagi nilai currency kita rendah.

2) Transportation

         Anda boleh mengunakan public transport spt subway dan bas dari Johor Bharu ke Singapore untuk menjimatkan kos. Ababila sampai di Singapore, anda boleh ke sesuatu tempat by bus or lrt. Public transport di Singapore very efficient. 

3) Makanan

        Di sini mudah untuk mendapatkan makanan halal but, saya suggest agar anda membawa makanan yg di pack dari Johor kerana makanan di sini amat mahal. The cost per serving approximately RM50. 

4) Melawat tempat yang menjimatkan kos

    Terdapat banyak tempat yang anda tidak perlu membayar entrance fee antaranya  melihat pemandangan di Marina Bay, Botanic Garden, pantai, Marina Bay dan sebagainya.

        Pemandangan di sekitar Marina Bay sangat cantik dan tempatnnya luas. Di antara gambar yg saya ambil di Marina Bay adalah:

    

        There are many beaches in Singapore. Some of them are Tanjong Beach, Palawan Beach, Siloso Beach, and Changi Beach Park. Pantai-pantai tersebut sangat cantik dan bersih. Terdapat banyak aktiviti-aktiviti yg boleh dilakukan di sini. Di antara gambar yg saya ambil adalah :

        Henderson Waves & Alexander Arch adalah di antara tempat yg percuma yg boleh anda lawati. Ia menghubungkan Gunung Faber, Bukit Telok Blangah dan Kent Ridge. Ia merupakan laluan untuk pejalan kaki. Anda boleh berjalan kaki di sini sambil melihat pemandangan di bawah dan juga pemandangan hutan-hutan yg berada di atas bukit. 

        Pengunjung juga boleh melawat Botanical Garden for free of charge. Di sini anda boleh melihat flora dan fauna yg menyejukkan mata memandang.

    

        Most of Malaysian suka ke Universal Studio Singapore(USS). Terdapat banyak travel agent di Johor Bharu yg menawarkan tour ke sana dengan menyediakan bas pergi dan balik ke sana. Walaupun harga pakej tersebut RM200++ per person include tiket masuk ke sana namun, pengunjung tidak kisah dengan cost tersebut dan berduyung-duyung orang ke sana. Di sini terdapat pelbagai jenis permainan & pengunjung boleh bermain sepuas hati.