This holiday season, forget about tuition, homework and studies. It’s time for fun and excitement at the theme parks across the border
Put those electronic games and devices aside and experience a world of fun and family bonding at one of the many exciting theme parks in Malaysia.
When was the last time you laughed together, or screamed your heads off together on a rollercoaster ride? These are unforgettable moments to be shared as a family. And, you don’t have to break the bank at more expensive, far off places.
Malaysia has more than enough theme parks that offer quality fun. If grandma is particular about her food, you can twin the theme park experience with some of the most delicious and inexpensive street food in the world at the nearby towns
and villages.
Legoland Malaysia Resort – Asia’s first
Just across the border, in Johor, Legoland not only has world famous landmarks made out of 30 million Lego bricks, it also has fun shows and attractions, as well as 40 exciting rides.
Lego Technic is the high-speed rides area with a futuristic bent, while Lego Kingdoms is a Mediaeval-themed park with train rides for the younger ones and rollercoasters for the whole family.
The most inspiring of all is Lego City, with life-sized planes, cars, trains, boats and other vehicles to explore – Lego style!
Sunway Lagoon – Multi-parks for All Kinds of Fun
So what if the sun is blistering hot? Change into your swimsuits and dive into the Waters of Africa area, with its multi-lane water slide, and the water playground Little Zimbabwe.
For the more adventurous, try gravity-defying rides such as the Tomahawk & Pirate’s Revenge, which spins at 360 degrees, as well as the Grand Canyon River Rapids where the raging waters give you a tumbling wet and wild experience!
Sunway Lagoon also offers traditional attractions such as archery, go-kart racing, the flying fox, and even rides on the All-Terrain Vehicle. The Wildlife Park has more than 150 species of animals from the around world, and live animal shows and educational programmes. Who says you won’t learn anything at theme parks?
Lovers of the spooky will enjoy Scream Park, the first horror-themed park of its kind in the country, where you can catch local horror flicks such as Hutan Yang Seram and Rumah Hantu 3DX in the Pontianak Theatre, or experience Three Floors of Fear in the new attraction, Horrorwood Studios 2: The Zombie Apocalypse.
Genting Theme Park – An Entire Resort of Fun & Entertainment
For those who want to escape the tropical heat, Genting Highlands offers an average springtime climate of 15°C.
Resorts World Genting is one of the country’s oldest and most loved holiday resort theme parks. It’s home to the only licensed casino in the country, while the First World Indoor Theme Park carries a wide array of classic theme park rides and attractions.
There are carousels and junior bumper cars specially-designed for the little ones. Hop on to the Rio Float, Reindeer Cruiser, or the mini-train rides. Older siblings can head for the Euro Express, the indoor rollercoaster that packs a punch. Also, enjoy a 4D movie motion experience with The Little Prince or the spine-tingling Haunted Mine that will scare you out of your wits.
For a freezing winter experience, drop by the SnowWorld in First World Plaza, where indoor temperatures of -6°C is set to thrill you and your family. Walk through a winter-laced downtown which is modelled after different countries, or climb up to the lookout point for a magnificent winter land view. Play on the slides, toboggan, or enjoy snowball fights.
More Theme Parks & Family Fun
i-City located in Shah Alam has five main attractions. The City of Digital Lights dazzles with over 1 million LED lights, and The Red Carpet is an all-star interactive wax museum. Strike a pose with Marilyn Monroe, Elvis, Michael Jackson and many more superstars.
The Trick Art Museum is where exhibits come to life in 3D form, while the Snowalk is a snow wonderland below 5°C. At Waterworld, experience Malaysia’s first Tornado ride, and enjoy a day of fun wet activities.
Cosmo’s World Theme Park is the largest indoor theme park, located in Berjaya Times Square and the Lost World of Tambun Theme Park in Ipoh. Lose yourself to exciting adventures like Dragon Flight and Storm Riders. If you’re hungry, Ipoh has fantastic food you can enjoy the whole day long.
Malaysia has so many varied and enjoyable theme parks for the family. Make plans for fun now!
For more information, contact: Tourism Malaysia (Singapore), 80 Robinson Road, #01-01 B/C/D, Singapore 068898,
Tel: 6532 6321, Fb: Facebook.com/TMSingapore.
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