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This blog is use to capture our kids' growing up phases, and we want you to leave our blog with a smile :)
We participated in OCBC Cycle Mighty Savers family ride last weekend. Turnout is noticeably smaller as this was the exam weekend 🙂
But we wanted sports to help our kids de-stress. The 2 hour outdoor session did wonders.
Ok, kids did have to catch up on their studies when they got home hee hee.
Glad 大舅 Patrick’s family could join us in the Mighty Savers family ride category too! You might wish to read up on one of our practice session at Car Free Sunday.
Holding area and form up.
Image credit OCBC Cycle
Eager families waiting to be flagged off.
Proud parents riding along their kiddos.
Families enjoying 5km, together.
Boon Yee on his new 27.5in bike. I was worried that he might not be used to the new bike, but he was riding like a pro.
Guess we parents always underestimated the kids’ capabilities :p
Image credit OCBC Cycle
Our family of four, me and no3, Mummy and no4. Although Mummy came in at the end, she was very game to join us in the fun ride.
When we cycle as a family, it is really more enjoyable.
We are glad that our kids all know how to cycle. It opens up so much more “Fun” opportunities.
Train to JB, why not 🙂
In this post, we share why Train might be the alternate (or best) option to travel to Johor.
We can order our train tickets online at https://online.ktmb.com.my . Infact, online order is preferred in case tickets are sold out over the counter (especially on weekends).
Do take note KTM system only allow for booking of one-direction ticket, no return ( ie, need to buy to and fro tickets separately). Yes, we are bewildered too.
KTM train ticket cost only Rm16 and Rm5, to and fro respectively. Train to JB is so cheap 🙂
Free seating. After booking your tickets, print out your tickets receipt. Return trip will need the QR code.
A) At the information counter (level 1), you will need to show your passport and printed ticket receipt to exchange for real tickets. Sometimes, the counter staff will just stamp (acknowledge) your hardcopy receipts email (no tickets).
Train to JB
B) Queue for your train. Do arrive early (maybe 30minutes, expect bigger crowd over weekends). We need to queue for tickets collection, baggage scan etc
B1) At Singapore side, you will pass through both Singapore and Malaysia customs. All baggages will be scanned.
Immigration checkin is relatively fast and efficient, minimum hassle.
C) Your Train to JB is only 10 minutes, one stop. (Cars might take up to 1 or 2 hours )
Arrive at JB sentral, and you can walk across bridge to City Square.
(no more custom checks, since we have scanned our details at Singapore side already)
The FUN Starts now! SGD and RM exchange rate is still 1:3 🙂
CIQ Johor is at City Square
This is where you GRAB to your next stop. We should mention that Grab taxis are everywhere, and fares start from only Rm5 (for 10 minutes ride!)
Example, Google highlighted Massage joints (link ) are concentrated near KSL and Taman Sentosa areas.
Please read the reviews for the “real” massage joints. Some are sleazy, while others hard-sell to top up your package.
Attractions near KSL
Massage was our first activity 🙂
We decided on either Sabye Sabye or Let’s Relax Spa (Different from the Bangkok franchise). Both are side by side, popular and located at Plaza Sentosa. There are more tips from Vanessa’s blog or get SengkangBabies blog recommendations on our blog (2019).
Recommend Johor massage
We opted for Let’s Relax Spa (GPS 1.492031, 103.769116). Rm55 for 90 minutes, shoulder and leg and head. We recommend massage should be minimum 60 minutes, 30 minutes are only for warm up :p
We heard Thai massage are popular too. Our masseurs are from Thailand.
Soothing. Shoik. Rejuvenated.
.. and HUNGRY. We walk 5 min to some delicious paper wrapped chicken (Teck Sing).
Johor Paper wrapped chicken
Rm28 for a delicious tandalising chicken 🙂
Soft and tender, with a tinge of herbal goodness
Do order the bittergourd egg too.
More shopping for the Mrs, I was the porter. We also package some goodies for the hungry kids.
While she shops, I detour to buy famous banana cake. Hiap Joo is 7 min walk from City Square.
Mission achieved, if Darling happy, I am happy. 满载而归 🙂
On the return trip, head back to JB Sentral for your return train. Again, do arrive early, as you do not want to miss you train.
In worse case, you may still purchase tickets over the counter. Photo below-right, use the “printed QR Code” to enter the transit area.
Your luggage (and souvenirs) will undergo one more round of security scans.
So why do we recommend Train to JB for you?
-Convenient, avoid the jams, and it is a cheap mode of transport.
-Some folks might hesitate to drive into Johor for security reasons.
Additional tips.
*No photo taking in immigration areas
-Toilet facilities are available in immigration sections
-If you are driving around Taman Sentosa (at night), do be careful as this area is notorious hot spot for car smash and theft (read some tips on car protection)
