We went to Penang Batik Factory so my kids could learn how to do batik. Unfortunately we went late around 4PM and they said it was already closed.
Even for next day they were fully booked and it requires 2 days to do the batik. One day to do the coloring by your own and another day for them to die the batik cloth and dry it.
Fortunately the person in charge was really friendly and showed us the factory and brief us on the making of batik without any fee.
The Factory
The factory is situated just behind the batik shop.
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The Shop & Souvenir
They sell their made batik at the shop and you can buy souvenir to the adjacent shop.
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Price
Penang Batik Factory charges RM35 to make your own handkerchief batik.
We had our off road ATV adventure at Park Larut Taiping on 11th December 2022. It was our first time to do off road ATV.
the ATVs at Taiping
There were 9 of us with 8 years old kid.
My son of 12 years old and my daughter of 13 years old ride their own ATV.
At first the guide will teach us how to ride ATV. After that they will ask us to follow them on simple path to see whether we can handle the ATV for climbing and going down a slope.
If everyone can do it, then they will allow us to ride our own off road ATV. Fortunately my children of 12 and 13 years old pass the test.
The Adventure
They were 9 of us riding the off road ATV. There were 2 guides assisting us in our adventure. They were really helpful in ensuring our safety so no one was injured during the adventure.
It was really scary at first going down the steep slope or climbing up a slope. Sometimes you have to do sharp turn if not you going off to the cliff.
During the adventure, the guide will take your photos and videos and later will share them via telegram with you.
stop at river before returning to base ATV Taiping
Glamping
If you want to stay there, you can rent a glamping for your staycation. They have few type of glamping.
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Amenities
ATV Adventure provides Coway for your water needs.
The toilets are also really clean.
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If you stay they and want to do BBQ, you can rent the BBQ pit at reasonable price.
Minimum Age
Minimum age is 16 years old to ride your own ATV but if you pass the ATV ride test, the guide might consider your kids to ride their own ATV.
We bumped into a Japan Patisserie called Chateraise in Penang. It made us remember of our trip to Japan. Japan breads are delicious and nicely decorated or packed.
The Patisserie Shop
Most of the delicious breads on display is actually a fake but it looks really real. After you order, the waiter will take out the bread from a fridge.
We went to Zoo Taiping. It is the oldest zoo in Malaysia that covers 36 acres and exhibits 1,300 animals representing 180 species.
Tram Ride
For the night safari, we used the tram to do the night safari and there was a tour guide explaining the animal around the zoo. It took around 20mn ride to see most of the animals in the zoo.
tram ride at night safari at taiping zoo
The Animals
We saw different animals such as lion, tiger, elephant, birds, swan, crocodile and other animal species.
Ticket Price
Standard price:
Adult: RM10
Kids: RM5
Locations
There is ample car park at the zoo. Car park is RM3 per entry. Besides there are F&B like Marry Brown and souvenir shops at the zoo.
It was my first time did night safari and I found it really interesting even though we can see all the animal but at least we could see the animal at night. Some active some passive.
We had our short vacation in Taiping from 10th December to 12th December 2022. We stayed at Hermitage Boutique House Taiping.
The Unit – Pink Sapphire
We stayed at a unit Pink Sapphire.
It had
one master king bed
a balcony
one bathroom
living room with one TV and sofa
microwave and fridge
hot shower
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The receptionist is responsive and friendly. Really fast delivering our request such as extra towel and cleaning up the room.
They provide water, biscuits, coffee 3 in 1, toothpaste, shower, shampoo etc.
Problem we had with the unit is the TV is having lines on its monitor. The rain got into the main door and not really sound proof you can hear people talking at the walkway.
The floor is tiles floor so your feet get cold.
But as a whole those issues are small matters for us.
Activities
The Hermitage Boutique House is located to lake of Taiping. So there is cycling and boating activities at the lake.
Besides nearby you can visit Taiping Zoo and Botanic Garden.
It also has off road ATV nearby the zoo.
After tired of doing those activities, you can have a good swim at the Hermitage Boutique House swimming pool.
Surrounding Amenities
Plentiful of F&B nearby such as Mcd, KFC, Marry Brown, ZUS coffee, Nasi Kandar Beratur and CU.
We rented a cabana at Legoland Johor Water Park so we can put our things and valuable things easily.
There are two types of cabana
With fan only
With aircond
We rented with fan only.
To use the safety box, you have to pay RM50 refundable deposit. Make sure you don’t lose your receipt as the cashier wants to see back the receipt to refund your deposit.
You will receive free drinks and gift bags. In the gift bags there is a small Lego toys to assemble and one Lego key chain.
Legoland Johor – safety box deposit RM50legoland johor cabana rentallegoland johor cabana rental gift
Pertama kali saya makan burger ayam di gerai Roti John dan Burger di Restoran Mak Uda. Saya dapati ianya lagi sedap berbanding gerai-gerai burger yang lain saya pernah makan.
Selain itu harga berpatutan iaitu hanya RM4. Kalau tempat lain harga dalam RM4.50 hingga ke RM5 untuk satu burger ayam.
Anda juga boleh WhatsApp untuk order dan pick-up kemudian.
