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29 Mac 2023

Pusat Sains Negara Cawangan Utara, Alor Setar

Pada akhir tahun yang lalu, kami akhirnya mendapat peluang untuk melawat Pusat Sains Negara (PSN) Cawangan Alor Setar. Sebelum ini, semasa kami mengembara di Alor Setar pada tahun 2020, peluang untuk mengunjungi PSN tidak terbuka kerana ia sedang ditutup untuk tujuan penambahbaikan. Namun pada bulan Disember tahun lepas, kami berjaya membawa anak-anak kami ke tempat ini.

Pusat Sains Negara Cawangan Utara terletak di kawasan Gunung Keriang dan merupakan destinasi yang menarik untuk dilawati oleh semua golongan, sama ada kanak-kanak atau dewasa. Semua orang dialu-alukan untuk datang dan memperoleh pengetahuan baru di sini. Kawasan ini juga berdekatan dengan Muzium Padi yang menarik perhatian.

1 Feb 2022

Naik ETS dari Bukit Mertajam ke Taiping dengan Nenek

Hari Sabtu lepas masa bincang-bincang pukul berapa nak gerak balik KL hari Ahad, tiba-tiba terkeluar idea minta Nenek bawak Balqis Bilal naik keretapi halfway.

Nenek being Nenek - yang memang rajin layan anak-anak buah, cucu cucu saudara berjalan sejak dulu lagi, onz aja lah dengan idea tu. Cucu sendiri je mmg Nenek kurang bawak berjalan sbb bila balik KL mmg ada Mummy Daddy skali so jalan-jalan sekali je la. 

Malam tu terus belikan tiket ETS online. Tak bagitau budak-budak pun. Bagi surprise tiba-tiba konon hantar Nenek nak naik train je.

Tapi Bilal buat drama pulak taknak ikut sbb Mummy tak ikut. Nasib baik lepas tu okay nak ikut juga.

31 Mac 2021

Berkhemah di Discovery Agarwood Research, Balik Pulau, Pulau Pinang

Balqis dah banyak kali ajak Mummy Daddy pergi berkhemah. Kami pun tak pasti dia faham tak berkhemah tu apa sebenarnya, macam mana tidur dalam khemah, nak survive berkhemah tu. Walaupun Mummy Daddy memang biasa camping zaman muda remaja dulu, tapi fikir panjang juga lah kalau nak bawa anak kecil berkhemah.


Yang terpaling "berkhemah" sebelum ni pun bawa khemah pasang tepi pantai sementara BBQ dengan kawan-kawan Daddy kat Pantai Bersih. Tapi tak overnight lah. Tu pun ntah berapa tahun punya cerita.

Banyak kali juga ajak Daddy nak bawa budak-budak konon glamping. Tapi lepas pregnant terfikir, nanti dah ada baby mesti dah putus harapan glamping glamping ni. Ye lah... ada baby kan..

Tapi kami silap percaturan. Bakri yang baru 3 bulan lebih first time camping, tidur nyenyak Alhamdulillah. Tak nangis-nangis pun. Padahal memang takde katil tilam ala glamping la. Tidur atas sleeping bag je. Kat rumah pun kadang jenuh nak bagi tidur. Hahaha! Cuma sebab air sejuk, so mandi ala kadar je la Bakri. Hehe.


30 Apr 2020

Jalan-jalan Kota Bharu Kelantan - Hari Ketiga

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Jalan-jalan Kota Bharu Kelantan

Jalan-jalan Kota Bharu Kelantan - Hari Kedua 


Hari ketiga pagi tu alas perut di homestay dulu sebelum memulakan perjalanan. Sebab lepas siap-siap, terus nak check out, singgah mana patut dan terus meneruskan perjalanan pulang ke rumah.


Sejak plan datang Kota Bharu, memang nak sangat makan di Yati Ayam Percik. Teringat-ingat masa makan di sini masa datang tahun 2014 dulu. Tapi masa dulu, datang dinner (kalau tak silap). Tapi sekarang dia tulis tutup pukul 6 petang pula. Sebab hari kedua tak sempat singgah sini, maka masuklah program dalam hari ketiga. Tu yang jadi alas perut breakfast kat homestay siap-siap sebab nak lunch awal di Yati Ayam Percik, sebelum terus gerak balik Pulau Pinang.


Dari parking kereta dah nampak asap berkepul-kepul dari tempat bakar ayam tu. Yummss! Lapar terus perut. Masa ni tak ramai orang lagi kat kedai, mungkin sebab awal lagi. Tempat makan selesa sebab ada ruangan yang ada penghawa dingin.



3 Apr 2020

Jalan-Jalan Kota Bharu, Kelantan - Hari Kedua

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Jalan-jalan Kota Bharu Kelantan


Hari kedua di Kota Bharu dimulakan dengan sesi mencari sarapan pagi. Tak lah mencari sangat sebenarnya, sebab dah ada destinasi yang memang dah aim. Salah satu tempat sarapan pagi yang terkenal di Kota Bharu semestinya Kedai Kopi White House. Masa kami sampai, kedai agak penuh, lama juga kami terpaksa berdiri dan tunggu ada tempat kosong.


Masa nak order makanan pun masalah juga. Masalah sebab tak tahu nak order roti bakar dengan telur separuh masak, atau nak makan nasi dagang, nasi kerabu atau nasi berlauk. Rambang mata! Tapi akhirnya pilih Nasi Dagang dengan lauk ikan. Sedapnya! Lawan dengan kopi panas. Ya Allah... nikmat sungguh!



1 Apr 2020

Jalan-Jalan ke Kota Bharu Kelantan


Salah satu destinasi jalan-jalan yang selalu lalu di fikiran bila niat nak melancong dalam negara mesti termasuk Kota Bharu, Kelantan. Kali terakhir melawat Kota Bharu tahun 2014, masa tu tengah mengandungkan Balqis. Awal tahun ni, keluarga mertua bincang nak pergi jalan-jalan bersama-sama. Jadi, Mummy pun gunakanlah kesempatan yang ada ni dan cadangkan pergi Kota Bharu.


Percutian ke Kota Bharu ni merupakan road trip yang agak singkat, hanya 3 hari 2 malam saja. Tapi, memang seronok! Sebab dah lama juga kami tak berjalan sekeluarga besar. Rasanya kali terakhir masa pergi jalan-jalan ke Genting Highland dan Bukit Tinggi dalam tahun 2015. Ke 2016?


Kami mulakan perjalanan seawal pagi selepas semua sarapan di rumah masing-masing dulu. Kami jumpa di tengah jalan, dalam perjalanan menuju ke Baling. Alhamdulillah cuaca baik pagi tu, jadi perjalanan pun lancar. Anak-anak dah sambung lena balik dalam car seat masing-masing, maka happy lah Mummy nak layan permandangan cantik dengan kabus di sesetengah kawasan tu tanpa gangguan minta itu ini. Hehe.



27 Nov 2019

Taman Burung Kulim is more than just a bird park

Taman Burung Kulim is not just a bird park. It is more like a very small mini zoo with other animals besides birds. There are tortoise, rabbits, chicken, duck, and reptiles too. You can also feed the rabbits and fishes. It may not as big as other bird parks or mini zoo, but with the very minimal admission fee, I'd say it is worth a visit.


We just happened to know about this Taman Burung kulim by chance on Youtube. We've stayed nearby for almost 8 years and only found out about it few months ago lol! Could have visited the place earlier if we knew.


18 Nov 2019

Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm, Teluk Bahang, Pulau Pinang

This is our second time to Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm and I still get excited with all the free-flying butterflies, insects, reptiles and other animals in the place!


Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm, which is located at Teluk Bahang, Penang, is one of the largest butterfly garden in Malaysia with over 15,000 free flying butterflies with more than 200 species of plants with waterfalls, ponds, caves and other artistic garden features!


The kids get to explore nature’s largest classroom and discovery hub, where butterflies and insects are free to come out and play.


30 Okt 2019

Space Mission to the Planetarium Negara Kuala Lumpur

The last time I visited Planetarium Negara (National Planetarium), Kuala Lumpur was back in 2010 when I brought my niece and nephews. After 9 years, finally I'm back, with my two busy bees!


There's not much change in the Kuala Lumpur Planetarium beside the new (not sure how new) Space Pod. I remember I played a virtual football at the main space there.


Planetarium Negara Kuala Lumpur is located at Jalan Perdana, near the other Kuala Lumpur attractions like Masjid Negara, Lake Garden, KL Bird Park and Muzium Negara.



21 Okt 2019

Jawi Peranakan cuisine at Jawi House Cafe Gallery, Penang

We had been wanting to go to Jawi House Cafe Gallery for some time but had always been postponed. As we were planning to have our 7th anniversary lunch, the cafe came to mind again, and we thought it would be great to give it a visit for this special occasion.

Jawi House Cafe Gallery is located at the Armenian Street in Georgetown city centre. Placed in between the old herritage building, it serves halal Jawi Peranakan cuisine, blending Arabic, Northern Indian, Pakistani, Levant and Malay culinary traditions.

Jawi House Cafe Gallery is ranked #8 Malaysian Restaurants in Georgetown Penang with 4.5 out of 5 rating from over 600 reviews, and received TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence too!

11 Sep 2019

The Kids First Merdeka Celebration - National Day at Dataran Kulim Kedah

We were all excited to go celebrate the National Day at Esplanade (Padang Kota), Penang on the Saturday, 31st August 2019 morning, as per stated in the government website and few other website.


But once we arrived there, we saw the road was way too clear and quite for a long weekend holiday in Penang, let alone to have a Merdeka celebration. Then we remembered that daddy said the notis penutupan jalan is for Butterworth. So we checked on Facebook and other social media updates - yes - the celebration was done in Butterworth, not Esplanade. 😭


I was so frustrated for the fact I stayed up to sew their t-shirts to go for the national day marching and celebration. So we ended up go to have our breakfast (again) at Roti Canai Jalan Argyll and brought the kids to the playground instead.


sambutan merdeka kulim kedah 2019

23 Jul 2019

Experience Balik Pulau by Cycling, Balik Pulau Festival 2019

It's just last two weeks that we went to the Audi Dream Farm in Balik Pulau, and we were there again last weekend to join Let's Rock Balik Pulau programme, in conjunction with Balik Pulau Festival 2019.


There were two activities offered through the Let's Rock Balik Pulau programme - cycling at Balik Pulau or mangrove boating and hiking. The event is organized by Tourism Malaysia together with Matahari Cycle Tours and Travel.


The inaugural Balik Pulau Festival 2019 was held for three days from 19 to 21 July 2019, offering various programs including running events, cycling, traditional orchestral performances, services from government agencies, games, food and handicraft.


Cycling Balik Pulau, Balik Pulau Festival, Matahari Cycle Tours, Penang

18 Jul 2019

Feeding the farm animals at Audi Dream Farm, Balik Pulau

We found out about Audi Dream Farm months ago when I saw some friends postings on going there but then, we forgot about the place until recently so we decided to take the kids there since Balqis had been bugging us to take her to the zoo. FYI, Penang tak ada zoo ye. So, Taiping is the nearest and we just been there last few months too.


Audi Dream Farm is located in Sungai Rusa, Balik Pulau, Penang. Just Waze "Audi Dream Farm" and it will take you there straight away.


For MyKad holders, the admission fee was RM 10 each for adult, RM 5 for children 3 to 12 years old and free for below 3. For animal feeding, the basket cost RM15 including several animal foods, pre-packed.


[ Get Audi Dream Farm Admission Ticket with Camel Riding here: http://bit.ly/audidreamfarmklook


The Audi Dream Farm opens everyday from 8.00 am to 6.00 pm including most public holidays.


Audi Dream Farm Balik Pulau Penang Petting Zoo Feed Animal

7 Jul 2019

Witnessing awesome Taiwan products and services at the Taiwan Expo 2019

After attended the Industry 4.0: Smart Factory Solution seminar, I went to the Taiwan Expo at the Ballroom of Setia SPICE Convention Centre to witness the awesomeness the Taiwanese brought to Penang.

Based on Taiwanese government’s flagship programs and prospective areas, the Taiwan Expo presents and share Taiwan’s experience in various industries.

There were different pavilion with different theme showcasing Taiwan finest products and services including Taiwan Excellence Pavilion, Taiwan Tourism Pavilion, Taiwan Halal & Bubble Tea Pavilion, Taiwan Beauty Pavilion and Taipei Your Partner Pavilion.



28 Mei 2019

Pelbagai tempat makan dan rehat baru di R&R Juru Arah Selatan, Pulau Pinang

Kalau sebelum ni, perjalanan dari utara ke selatan melalui Lebuhraya Utara Selatan tak banyak kawasan rehat yang agak besar di belah utara. Jadi semua tempat makan, tempat solat, tandas agak sesak. Kalau yang keluar exit bawah sikit, dah banyak juga pilihan tempat rehat seperti di R&R Gunung Semanggol (Bukit Merah), R&R Sungai Perak atau R&R Tapah.


Tapi lepas kawasan baru dibuka di Pusat Perniagaan Setia Sentral di R&R Juru (arah selatan), lepas ni lebih mudah dan selesa lah para musafir nak isi perut, beli bekalan atau berehat seketika sebelum menyambung perjalanan tu. 


Kalau travel dari utara ke selatan lepas ni, boleh lah singgah tempat-tempat makan baru di R&R Juru Arah Selatan ni, selain gerai makanan R&R yang sedia ada. 


Ada sesetengah premis ini menyediakan kemudahan seperti surau, indoor playground kanak-kanak dan wifi percuma untuk keselesaan pelanggan. Dan hampir kesemua menyediakan perkhidmatan pandu-lalu.


Mcdonalds mccafe surau

15 Mei 2019

Tambang murah ke Seoul dengan Cathay Pacific

Hari tu duduk mengemas rumah, ternampak lah buku Little Pilot Logbook & Travelogue Diary Balqis ni dan photobook-photobook travel Balqis. Mummy pun belek punya belek. Sikit punya lama lah tak berjalan jauh rupanya. Kalau Balqis dulu umur 8 bulan dah start merasa naik kapal terbang (walaupun naik dari Penang turun Langkawi je haha), Bilal belum ada rezeki lagi nak bawak berjalan dengan aeroplane.


Lepas tu mula lah membayang-bayangkan, kalau la ada rezeki nak pergi jalan-jalan... nak pergi mana ya?



10 Mei 2019

Taiping Zoo, Ansari Famous Cendol and Mee Udang Mak Jah

We went to Taiping the last weekend before Ramadhan. Balqis had been asking us to bring her to hotel. She basically imagine to get to go to "hotel Terengganu" again because obviously she had so much fun when we were there. Primula Beach Resort, Kuala Terengganu has a fun slide and pool with views and a private beach for some sand play.


So anyway, since we obviously won't make a trip to Kuala Terengganu again in near future, we make a rather impromptu plan two days trip to Taiping as it is one of the nearest city and has some fun place for kids too.


We started our journey on Saturay morning to Taiping by car. The travel took around 40 minutes only from our home. We went straight to the Zoo Taiping as it was one of our main agenda for the trip.


Taiping Zoo Night Safari Perak

3 Mei 2019

Labour Day Outing, KTM Komuter Northern Sector and Penang Sentral

I was reminiscing the good old study days when I took the KTM train back to Kuala Lumpur with the bed coach and all. I really think that the new ETS should just be an additional option, not to fully replace the old train. I've always wanted to bring my kids to experience the life I had before. Sad. Anyway, can you believe I have never try the ETS? The young and adventurous me might have taken the ETS for hundreds of time by now. But taking the ETS back to Kuala Lumpur is not really a good option for us since we would need a car (with safety seats) to go around town when we were there. Hence it's always best that we just drive back home.


The night before Labor day public holiday, I asked husband if he wants to bring the kids to try the KTM Komuter Northern Sector (Komuter Utara) the next day since we did not have anything planned. I knew Balqis would really love a train ride, and I wanted to give it a try too. We've never tried the KTM Komuter Utara. (Like there's so many difference with KL train kan haha). So we decided to bring the kids outing, taking the train to Butterworth and might as well visit the (not so) newly opened Penang Sentral.


mbb ktm komuter utara bukit mertajam butterworth

5 Apr 2019

Penang Science Cluster @ Heritage, Georgetown, Penang

Penang Science Cluster (PSC) @ Heritage is located at at the Wisma Yeap Chor Ee, Georgetown, Penang. It was launched on 5 December 2015.


PSC is a non-profit organisation with a mission to build a pipeline of talent in by sparking interest in science and technology, creating a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship among the youngsters. PSC inspires students through hands-on, inquiry-based science and technology programs.


penang science cluster heritage georgetown penang

27 Nov 2018

Learn & Fun Trip to Pusat Sains & Kreativiti Terengganu

From my recent post on our Jalan-Jalan Terengganu trip, many had asked me about the Pusat Sains dan Kreativiti Terengganu. It seems that many have never heard of the place, just like me if we were not going to Kuala Terengganu hehe.

Pusat Sains & Kreativiti Terengganu (PSKT) or Terengganu Science & Creativiti Centre is located at Kampung Laut, Chendering, Kuala Terengganu, which is about 15 to 20 minutes drive from Kuala Terengganu city centre. I'm not sure if there are any public transportation to go there as we went there by car.


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