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Malaysia: Directions to Genting

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Mkl22

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55 minutes ago, teomingern said:

No wonder mishmash... ha ha... some Fox, some Genting ideas... some Fox standards, some Malaysia standard...

https://www.google.com/amp/s/mothership.sg/2021/02/genting-skyworlds-opening-mid-2021//amp

It's smaller than Singapore's Universal Studios... surprising though...

yup. malaysian standard. just like the resort world at sentosa. horrible design.

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2 hours ago, teomingern said:

The theme park design doesn't look much different from before... a mishmash of themes and colours... a bit out of place...

Kids will definitely love it. Adults probably the weather.

Let wait for the border reopening and hype to die down. 

Safety first.

I missed my machine!🤣 Keep receiving free room.... sms.

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2 hours ago, Kopites said:

Kids will definitely love it. Adults probably the weather.

Let wait for the border reopening and hype to die down. 

Safety first.

I missed my machine!🤣 Keep receiving free room.... sms.

What machine do you miss? Free room?

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2 hours ago, Kopites said:

Kids will definitely love it. Adults probably the weather.

Let wait for the border reopening and hype to die down. 

Safety first.

I missed my machine!🤣 Keep receiving free room.... sms.

Downside of genting i went 2-3 yrs ago before the new mall open, everywhere got cigarette smell. really unpleasant not only in casino but at mall, hotel etc. 
 

then when new mall completed its slightly better but still can smell abit ciggy smell. 
 

 

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3 hours ago, teomingern said:

What machine do you miss? Free room?

Yes, they do give out free accomodation and sometimes with credits as well.

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3 hours ago, Thaiyotakamli said:

Downside of genting i went 2-3 yrs ago before the new mall open, everywhere got cigarette smell. really unpleasant not only in casino but at mall, hotel etc. 
 

then when new mall completed its slightly better but still can smell abit ciggy smell. 
 

 

You must have wandered into those smoking room/section. Generally they as re pretty strict with the no smoking rule. 

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10 minutes ago, Kopites said:

You must have wandered into those smoking room/section. Generally they as re pretty strict with the no smoking rule. 

Only during 2016 and 2017 that time smoke everywhere even at restaurants, shops and hotel lobby. Go casino non smoking section also got smoke smell. Maybe the ventilation is poor. 
 

the new sky avenue mall is better but can smell abit still. My nose sensitive☺️

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7 minutes ago, Thaiyotakamli said:

Only during 2016 and 2017 that time smoke everywhere even at restaurants, shops and hotel lobby. Go casino non smoking section also got smoke smell. Maybe the ventilation is poor. 
 

the new sky avenue mall is better but can smell abit still. My nose sensitive☺️

I see.

If you stick to the gold or silver zone probably would fare better.

 

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1 hour ago, Kopites said:

I see.

If you stick to the gold or silver zone probably would fare better.

 

Genting cannot la play abit only always lose money there so spend max 100-200rm.  Go cruise better easier to win. 

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On 3/15/2021 at 6:50 PM, Thaiyotakamli said:

Only during 2016 and 2017 that time smoke everywhere even at restaurants, shops and hotel lobby. Go casino non smoking section also got smoke smell. Maybe the ventilation is poor. 
 

the new sky avenue mall is better but can smell abit still. My nose sensitive☺️

I agree... I last went to Awana in 2018 and the smoke smell was bad even in the hotel... can't imagine the top where the casino is... that's the one problem in Malaysia... smoking everywhere...

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I am planning a road trip to Genting Highlands - KL then back to SG in end May.

 

As this is my 1st drive to Genting/KL, just want to ask for advise on the followings:

 

a) Is google maps or WAZE good enough for navigation to Genting/KL?

 

b) What's the recommended rest stops area to Genting and back?

 

c) Is there any recommended petrol kiosks just before i drive up to Genting?

 

d) I have already installed my VEP tag 3 years ago, is there anything i need to take note? Just download the TouchnGo App and does it mean that I can drive and it will auto-deduct the fees? How much will it costs to go to Genting?

 

e) Anyone got any recommended breakdown services for tyre puncture/battery/etc along the trip that I can call if i need help?

 

Thanks!

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2 hours ago, kwongmengfoo said:

I am planning a road trip to Genting Highlands - KL then back to SG in end May.

 

As this is my 1st drive to Genting/KL, just want to ask for advise on the followings:

 

a) Is google maps or WAZE good enough for navigation to Genting/KL?

 

b) What's the recommended rest stops area to Genting and back?

 

c) Is there any recommended petrol kiosks just before i drive up to Genting?

 

d) I have already installed my VEP tag 3 years ago, is there anything i need to take note? Just download the TouchnGo App and does it mean that I can drive and it will auto-deduct the fees? How much will it costs to go to Genting?

 

e) Anyone got any recommended breakdown services for tyre puncture/battery/etc along the trip that I can call if i need help?

 

Thanks!

 

a) both will do fine but Waze is preferred as it has warnings on other hazards like debris on road and police. Just be sure to have data on your hp. 

b) recommended rest stop is when you are tired. The big RnR along the highway are alright. Can pump petrol, have coffee etc. If you are not used to driving long distances, do plan to stop every 90-120 minutes. I.e. start looking for the next petrol station/RnR at 90min mark.

c) https://goo.gl/maps/qvFtmQaije1A6UC86 or https://goo.gl/maps/29MZ7s81UBM39xZRA

there are also petrol stations on the hill 

https://goo.gl/maps/CFVRe7k924GAVMiV9 and https://goo.gl/maps/Xwr8goVqJp8T5TwP6

d) i'm not familiar with VEP usage but i think it's better to have the physical TnG card as it will be accepted at all tolls and can also be used to pay carpark at major malls. IIRC one way toll from SG to GH is about Rm70

e) their expressway support (PLUS) is quite helpful. Otherwise, for specific support, it's more location-based. Good to have your car thoroughly checked prior to the trip. 

 

enjoy the trip. 

 

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1 hour ago, Shibadog said:

 

a) both will do fine but Waze is preferred as it has warnings on other hazards like debris on road and police. Just be sure to have data on your hp. 

b) recommended rest stop is when you are tired. The big RnR along the highway are alright. Can pump petrol, have coffee etc. If you are not used to driving long distances, do plan to stop every 90-120 minutes. I.e. start looking for the next petrol station/RnR at 90min mark.

c) https://goo.gl/maps/qvFtmQaije1A6UC86 or https://goo.gl/maps/29MZ7s81UBM39xZRA

there are also petrol stations on the hill 

https://goo.gl/maps/CFVRe7k924GAVMiV9 and https://goo.gl/maps/Xwr8goVqJp8T5TwP6

d) i'm not familiar with VEP usage but i think it's better to have the physical TnG card as it will be accepted at all tolls and can also be used to pay carpark at major malls. IIRC one way toll from SG to GH is about Rm70

e) their expressway support (PLUS) is quite helpful. Otherwise, for specific support, it's more location-based. Good to have your car thoroughly checked prior to the trip. 

 

enjoy the trip. 

 

b) I usually stop every 2 hours.  Even just for 5 minutes toilet break.

Along NSH, i recommend following R&R:

https://goo.gl/maps/YiNPZgat4bs1pZjv6

https://goo.gl/maps/giJsdAfVDfRAH54s9

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before going up the highlands, drive a little further to kampong bukit tinggi

got some nice seafood restaurants there to go for a good meal

 

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9 hours ago, kwongmengfoo said:

I am planning a road trip to Genting Highlands - KL then back to SG in end May.

As this is my 1st drive to Genting/KL, just want to ask for advise on the followings:

c) Is there any recommended petrol kiosks just before i drive up to Genting?

 

 

When driving on Malaysian highways, my advice is don't wait your tank is near empty before you top up. I tried that once and was along the NS Highway when I saw on GPS there was a petrol station not too far away. Indeed there was a station there but it was Closed 🤯. I had to drive carefully and nervously for the next 40 km or so before I saw an operating petrol station :relief:

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15 hours ago, Cosmicclaw said:

When driving on Malaysian highways, my advice is don't wait your tank is near empty before you top up. I tried that once and was along the NS Highway when I saw on GPS there was a petrol station not too far away. Indeed there was a station there but it was Closed 🤯. I had to drive carefully and nervously for the next 40 km or so before I saw an operating petrol station :relief:

just exit highway in the next nearest exit ...

80-90% chance there is a petrol station in B-road within 5km highway entry/exit

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16 hours ago, Cosmicclaw said:

When driving on Malaysian highways, my advice is don't wait your tank is near empty before you top up. I tried that once and was along the NS Highway when I saw on GPS there was a petrol station not too far away. Indeed there was a station there but it was Closed 🤯. I had to drive carefully and nervously for the next 40 km or so before I saw an operating petrol station :relief:

Spore to Genting it is only 400km plus distance. Full tank can surely get you from home to Genting back to seremban at least?

On the hill top there is a service station with tyre repair. Get it check if there is a need. Never tried so don't know the pricing. 

Rest stop. Hmmm with son we will stop every hour for a toilet break. I will choose those with service station/fork and spoon.

 

 

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