Travel illo

  • FT of Malaysia,  Kuala Lumpur,  Malaysia,  Travel illo

    KL: A to Z on Fun Things To Do & Places To Visit With Kids {K}

    atoz K

    Typical fun entertainment for kids at shopping complexes. There are coin-operated rides as well as attendant-operated rides. For a RM1 (50 cent X 2) coin-operated ride, you (your kids) get 3 minutes ride. As for the attendant-operated it depends on the management, some cheap some expensive. Minimum is RM6 for 5 minutes!

    Every time my son saw these rides, he will jump up and down asking for money. Luckily I only shop once a month, so it’s not that bad. Normally I spent Rm16; 10x coin-operated different types of rides (i.e. Bob The Builder, Thomas The Train, Batman car, etc) and 1x attendant-operated ride.

    If you know places around Kuala Lumpur that provide kiddies rides, do let me know! Thanks heap!

    So far:

    1. Suria KLCC
    2. Mid Valley, KL
    3. Jusco Taman Maluri, KL
    4. Carrefour Wangsa Maju, KL
    5. Carrefour Cheras, KL
    6. Tesco Ampang, Pandan Prima, KL
    7. Let me know!
  • FT of Malaysia,  Kuala Lumpur,  Malaysia,  Travel illo

    KL: A to Z on Fun Things To Do & Places To Visit With Kids {J}

    a to z {J}

    Jogging is a great activity that we parents can do with our children. Children will be more likely to be physically active if it’s something they can do with their family.

    Familiar jogging tracks in Kuala Lumpur that my husband and I often bring our son to are KLCC Park, Titiwangsa Lake and Lake Garden.

    KLCC Jogging/Running Track
    A 1.3 km. long jogging track is laid with EPDM, a special rubberized material for comfort and safety. Rest areas are provided along interconnecting footpaths.

    Titiwangsa Lake
    Stretches over a sprawling area of 46 hectares of land, this recreational park is equipped with a lot of facilities suitable for jogging, canoeing, aqua biking and other outdoor activities. Two of the most unique attractions of the parks is the Radio Control Car Racing Track and the Horse Riding Facility.

    Lake Garden
    The park is fully equipped with pedestrian walkways and jogging paths as well as exercise equipment to aid walkers and joggers in their quest to keep fit.

    Entrance is FREE for all 3 parks so come, jog on!

    p/s: Please note that jogging is an aerobic exercise that helps strengthen our heart, lungs, muscles, and bones. It is recommended that a beginner start with a walking program and move up to jogging.

  • FT of Malaysia,  Kuala Lumpur,  Malaysia,  Travel illo,  TRAVEL/HOLIDAYS

    KL: Did you know? II

    did you know - skybridge

    Did you know that on 8 August 1995, the lifting of skybridge was halted for few hours due to bad weather condition? The storm struck in the evening and the wind was so strong that the engineers worried the lifting cables would sway and snap in the wind.

    It was lifted to its final position at the 41st and 42nd levels of the PETRONAS Twin Towers  on 9 August 1995 after grueling 32 hours.

    The skybridge was not part of the KLCC initial design. It was added later to facilitate an escape route between the Petronas Twin Towers.

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  • FT of Malaysia,  Kuala Lumpur,  Malaysia,  Travel illo,  TRAVEL/HOLIDAYS

    KL: Did You Know? I

    ribbon road

    Did you know that if you follow the main road and keep right after the Sungai Besi Toll (from South), you’ll end up back at the Sungai Besi Toll? Just remember the ribbon-shaped route illustrated above and you’re good to go.

    If you are just driving-through without the intention of stopping by anywhere, this route is the best for you. You’ll see some of the main landmarks of Kuala Lumpur. If by accident you entered the Smart Tunnel, no worries, you are still on the right track. Just keep right.

    Tips by my husband, actually 😀

  • FT of Malaysia,  Malaysia postcards,  pen & ink,  Putrajaya,  Travel illo,  watercolor

    Illustrated Postcard VI – Putrajaya

    UPDATED!

    The KL Illustrated Postcard Series ended with postcard V but I am continuing with number VI with Putrajaya illustrations.

    These illustrations are made especially to promote Federal Territories of Malaysia in the eyes of the world. Will make few more with different landmarks and different characters. I have converted it to postcard and made it downloadable and printable.

    Federal Territories Illustrated Postcard VI - Putrajaya

    Download and print postcard: Illustrated Postcard VI
    Resolution: 300dpi, jpg, 1.5MB

    postcard Vii

    Download and print postcard: Illustrated Postcard VII
    Resolution: 300dpi, jpg, 1.7MB

    I think I should change the series to Federal Territories Illustrated Postcard Series, what say you?

    Here’s the FT postcards once again in a row (click to see larger version):

    FT postcards in spread

    Yes, they are spread illustrations (measured 147cm width for all 7 illustrations). Final width will be 168cm with addition of Labuan postcard. Will update this post with the Labuan illustration soon!

    Here’s the Labuan postcard:

    poscard labuan

    Download as print postcard: KL Illustrated Postcard V
    Resolution: 300dpi, jpg, 1.80MB

     

    Terms of Use
    You can use them long as it’s for personal use only.

    Instruction
    You need:

    • a two-sheet card (120gm)
    • a clear self-adhesive lamination sheet
    • Spray mount or PVA glue
    • and of course a color-printer.

    Instructions:

    • After printing, cut along the dotted line and fold by half.
    • Glue the inside by using spray mount or if you don’t have spray mount, use glue polystyrene and use a piece of cardboard to spread the glue evenly.
    • Fold it and keep it under thick book for a while.
    • Cut the lamination sheet just about the size of the postcard.
    • Stick the sheet onto the image side of the postcard. Take a piece of cardboard and squeegee the sheets until it’s even.
    • Trim the edge nicely.
    • Keep it under the thick book again for half an hour.
    • Now you can send it safely to any destinations of the world!

    Note: If your printer’s inks are waterproof or if you’re using laserjet printer, you can skip the lamination process.

    Here’s the KL Illustrated postcards:

    Download as print postcard: KL Illustrated Postcard V
    Resolution: 300dpi, jpg, 1.65MB

    Download as print postcard: KL Illustrated Postcard IV
    Resolution: 300dpi, jpg, 1.8MB

    Download as print postcard: KL Illustrated Postcard III
    Resolution: 300dpi, jpg, 1.5MB

    KL postcard II

    Download and print postcard: KL Illustrated Postcard II
    Resolution: 300dpi, jpg, 2.9MB

    Download and print postcard: KL Illustrated Postcard I
    Resolution: 300dpi, jpg, 2.56MB