It's almost December and with school holidays coming up, it's time for fun and exciting activities in the cities! There's no better time to spend time with your family and friends and this is the perfect opportunity to enjoy your well-deserved break from work. Thinking of what to do this December? Here's a list that can help you ?
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1. Enjoy thrilling activities at ESCAPE Petaling Jaya
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Tucked inside Paradigm Mall, ESCAPE Petaling Jaya brings exciting rides and games into a contemporary setting inside a mall! There's no age limit to having fun here as the rides and games are designed for a wide range of age groups, abilities, and energy levels so you could bring your whole family here for a thrilling trip. One ticket costs RM68.60 per adult and RM45.50 for children between the ages of 4 and 12. But, tickets are free for senior citizens and children below 3 years old.
One of the rides available is the Aerobat where you could swing in the air and perform acrobatics. If you love swinging among the trees, the Slingshot is for you to launch yourselves into the air with trees in the background. Head over to their for more information!
Address: GB-07 Paradigm Mall, Petaling Jaya, 47301 Selangor, Malaysia
Opening hours: Tues-Sun, 10am-8pm
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2. Camp out with a private pool at Sunway Lagoon
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There's a new attraction at Sunway Lagoon and it's their Camp Out attraction! This new attraction inside the 88-acre theme park is the first-ever camping experience complete with proper beds and air-conditioners! No more sweaty bodies or pesky mosquitoes with this camping trip. Plus, you'll be happy to know the camping adventure also comes with a BBQ dinner prepared by a chef and you'll have a private pool! The area is only for campers and other visitors are not allowed to join in. This is truly one of the best activities to spend more good time with your loved ones by eating delicious food and play in pools.
You can choose between the Single Package (RM498) for one person if you wish to go on an adventure alone or the Twin Package (RM598) to bring along your bestie or romantic partner. You'll also get 10% discount for pay-per-ride activities, lockers & tubes rental!
Address: 3, Jalan PJS 11/11, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours: Wed-Mon, 10am-6pm (closed on Tuesdays)
3. Take a romantic staycation in the city
Wanting to rekindle the love between you and your partner? Take a romantic staycation in the city! From boutique to 5 star hotels, Kuala Lumpur and Selangor have plenty of romantic hotels to give you that lovey-dovey experience. Here's a list of beautiful hotels in Klang Valley that you should check out. As for an intimate dinner, check out this article for some of the best places to get a delicious dinner and gorgeous view of the city with the love of your life.
4. Be with nature through rejuvenating hikes
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Whether you’re rising early in Kuala Lumpur or Selangor, early mornings are the best times for a sun-kissed hike. They say the hiking trails will leave everyone breathless at every step of the way, but it’ll reward the most determined hikers with a breathtaking view. As the early sunlight casts its glow on these bustling cities, wake up and take your mornings to new heights! Here are our tips and guide on the 9 best hiking trails in KL and Selangor.
5. Reach skies (kinda) at Jump Street Asia
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If you love indoor activities to stay away from the scorching sun, head over to Jump Street Asia in Petaling Jaya! It's Malaysia's first indoor trampoline park and as the name suggests, you get to jump and bounce everywhere to your heart's content. Located near the trendy shopping and food centre, Jaya One, Jump Street is among the popular choices among locals for a fun and thrilling time. You could jump into the Foam Pit or challenge gravity by bouncing on The Wall. For those bringing kids, you'll be pleased to know they have a kids only court - The Cage where Not only will you get to exercise, you'll also have a fun time doing it with your loved ones.
The entrance fee per person is RM45 for a 2-hour jumping session and you'll need to get the Grip socks for RM6 which you can bring again the next time you come to the trampoline park!
Address: No 8A, Jalan 13/6, Seksyen 13, 46200, Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours: Thurs-Sun, 10am-6.30pm (closed on Mon-Wed but opens on Public Holidays)
6. Enjoy a romantic walk or befriends deer at Perdana Botanical Garden
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KL's Perdana Botanical Garden is a gorgeous public park with plenty areas to enjoy a romantic walk. Among the places you could take in stunning views of the park is the Orchid Garden which houses up to 120 species of orchids! The Sunken Garden is also a famous spot for Insta-worthy pictures with its beautifully designed paths and colourful flowers to brighten up the area. The centerpiece of this garden is the star-shaped fountain and the small splashes of water gives you relive from a hot sunny day. The entrance fee into the park is free but certain areas require a small fee during weekends.
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Another relaxing and family-friend activity you could do this December is visiting the deer at Perdana Botanical Garden. It's a 2 hectare closure and you could visit adorable Fallow deer from Holland, Netherlands!