The KL Monorail

The Kuala Lumpur Monorail, commonly referred to as the KL Monorail, is an iconic mode of transportation in Malaysia's vibrant capital city, Kuala Lumpur. As one of the city's major public transportation systems, the monorail plays a crucial role in connecting various key areas, providing convenience and efficiency for both locals and tourists alike.

The KL Monorail was officially opened on August 31, 2003, with the aim of easing traffic congestion and improving connectivity within the city. The system stretches across a distance of approximately 8.6 kilometers and consists of 11 stations that cover popular destinations such as Bukit Bintang, Chow Kit, and KL Sentral.

One of the notable features of the KL Monorail is its elevated track, which allows passengers to enjoy panoramic views of the cityscape as they travel between stations. This unique perspective provides a different experience compared to other modes of transportation, making the journey more enjoyable and memorable for riders. Additionally, the monorail's sleek and modern design adds to its aesthetic appeal, making it a recognizable symbol of Kuala Lumpur's urban landscape.

The KL Monorail operates daily from 6:00 am to midnight, offering frequent and reliable services for commuters and tourists. The trains are air-conditioned, providing a comfortable environment even during hot and humid weather conditions. The stations are equipped with escalators and elevators, ensuring accessibility for all individuals, including those with disabilities.

Apart from its transportation benefits, the KL Monorail also serves as an attraction in itself. Tourists often take rides on the monorail simply to experience the unique perspective of the city or as a means to reach popular shopping malls, entertainment centers, and tourist attractions. With the monorail linking various key spots, visitors can easily explore the bustling streets of Bukit Bintang, visit the famous Petronas Twin Towers, or even access the vibrant nightlife of Jalan Alor.

Overall, the KL Monorail offers a convenient, efficient, and memorable way to navigate Kuala Lumpur. Its elevated track, modern design, and connectivity to key destinations within the city make it a vital part of the capital's transportation infrastructure. Whether you are a local resident or a curious tourist, riding the KL Monorail is an experience not to be missed, allowing you to explore the city with ease while enjoying breathtaking views of Kuala Lumpur's ever-evolving skyline.

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Crowne Plaza Mutiara Hotel, Malaysia

 

Crowne Plaza Mutiara Hotel, Malaysia

Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

This hotel was initially known as KL Hilton under the Hilton Worldwide management.

It was renamed in 2004 to Mutiara Hotel following a takeover.

Spent 2 months staying in this hotel which I enjoyed and their service is indeed superb😉👍

They have a long breakfast buffet table with different varieties of cuisine from all over the world.

From left to right:

Tariray, Madzy, Avin, Alpha, Jeanette, and Alvin a.k.a Koko

We have a fully air-conditioned spacious room with two double beds with a view of Petronas Twin Tower. 

Room Amenities

mini fridge, 

complimentary daily bottled drinking water

daily Newspaper 

daily room service

Tea and coffee facilities

Private bathroom

Bathtub

Shower

Hair dryer

Television with cable

Direct dial telephone

Safe deposit box

Extra beds details

The maximum number of extra beds allowed in a room is 1.

Closed to the window is Jeanette and later on I shared the room with Madzy.

The hotel comfort room is so spacious so this bathtub that I enjoyed using it during my stay here in MY.

Love chillin' in this side of the room as this is near my bed.

This window overlooks the KL Petronas Tower which is so lovely at night with all of its light lighted and like a twin tower candle that looks after Kuala Lumpur at night.

By the way, Kuala Lumpur traffic is so heavy during rush hours from 6PM up until 11PM. And from this window, you could see all those cars lined up in the street of KL.

Crowne Plaza Mutiara Hotel 5 stars

 Paid Wi-Fi  24-hour services,     Swimming Pool

 Fitness/Gym  On-site Dining  Meeting Facilities

 Breakfast  No pets allowed

Featuring a swimming pool, an outdoor swimming pool, and a restaurant, Crowne Plaza Mutiara Hotel Kuala Lumpur offers designer accommodation 2.3 km from the intricately detailed South Indian Sri Maha Mariamman Temple. The venue is located in the center of Kuala Lumpur, a short walk from the Luxury Starhill Gallery Shopping Mall.

Lot 10 Shopping Complex is a few steps away, while Raja Chulan train station is within a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Pavilion KL is 0.6 km from this property. Chinatown is just a few minutes drive away.

This venue offers rooms with a safe box, an iron and ironing board, and a minibar. The 564 guest rooms are spread over 36 floors.

Guests can enjoy Asian, Chinese, and Taiwanese meals at Din Tai Fung Pavilion KL within 5 5-minute walk of the hotel. There is a Wisma Cosway bus stop within 150 meters away. A community pool, a bar, and an outdoor pool area are also found on site. There is a fitness suite on this property.

Hotel Lobby

24-hour reception

Restaurant buffet

Swimming Pool

Facilities

General

Paid Wi-Fi

Safe deposit box

24-hour reception

No pets allowed

Lift

Currency exchange

Dining

Mini-fridge

Breakfast

Restaurant buffet

Cafe

Bar/ Lounge area

Leisure & Sports

Swimming pool

Exercise gym

Services

Room service

Laundry

Business center

Room Amenities

Tea and coffee facilities

Private bathroom

Bathtub

Shower

Hair dryer

Television

Direct dial telephone

Important information

Check-in: from 14:00 until 23:59

Check-out: until 12:00

Local attractions

GSC Pavilion KL Golden Screen Cinemas  350m

Sungei Wang Plaza 850m

Stadium Negara 1.6km

Bukit Bintang 350 m

Capital Square 1.4 km

Badan Warisan Malaysia 950 m

Pavilion Kuala Lumpur 350 m

Airports

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah 18.2 km

Train stations

Ampang Park Station 1.3 km

Crowne Plaza Mutiara Hotel, Malaysia

Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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Happy Mother's Day!

"A mother's love is like no other – it knows no boundaries, it endures through every trial,
and it stands the test of time. Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible mothers out there."

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iStariray in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (MY)

The Petronas Twin Tower

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and the Philippines indeed share some similarities in terms of weather, language, and culture. The weather in both countries is typically hot and humid due to their tropical climates. The Malay language and Tagalog language also have some similarities, as they both belong to the Austronesian language family. This similarity can sometimes make it easier for Filipinos to communicate and understand basic Malay phrases. 

The people in Kuala Lumpur are known for their warm hospitality, similar to the friendly and welcoming nature of Filipinos. The diverse population in Kuala Lumpur, with a mix of Chinese, Indian, and Malay ethnicities, creates a rich tapestry of culture and traditions. It's interesting to note that many Malaysians have features that resemble those of Filipinos, which can sometimes create a sense of familiarity for visitors from the Philippines.

Rice is a staple food in both Malaysia and the Philippines, and you mentioned enjoying dishes like Nasi Lemak and Nasi Goreng, which are popular Malaysian rice dishes. The cuisine in Malaysia is indeed a delightful fusion of Chinese, Indian, Thai, and Indonesian influences, offering a diverse range of flavors and culinary experiences. This blending of culinary traditions mirrors the multiculturalism and diversity found in both countries.

Overall, the connections between Kuala Lumpur and the Philippines go beyond just geographical proximity, as they share commonalities in weather, language, culture, and cuisine, making it a welcoming and familiar destination for Filipino visitors.

The KL Monorail

We used this as our primary transport service while roaming the streets of Malaysia. It takes us to tourist places like the Sunway Lagoon, KL Menara, Petaling Night Market, Titiwangsa, Bukit Bintang, and Batu Cave, and the long ride we had is going to Resorts World Genting, Genting Highlands.

Sunway Lagoon
3, Jalan PJS 11/11, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

Sunway Lagoon is a popular destination for families, groups of friends, and thrill-seekers looking for a fun-filled day of entertainment and adventure. 

Crowne Plaza Mutiara Hotel, Malaysia

Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

This hotel was initially known as KL Hilton under the Hilton Worldwide management.

It was renamed in 2004 to Mutiara Hotel following a takeover.

Spent 2 months staying in this hotel which I enjoyed and their service is indeed superb😉👍

From left to right:

Tariray, Madzy, Avin, Alpha, Jeanette, and Alvin a.k.a Koko

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Last Night in Boracay

Our last night here in Boracay and indeed it's hard to say goodbye😭😭😭

Ayoko pang umuwi and gusto ko pang mag-stay dito for a few more days.

Yung bang dito ka na muna at mag pa laboy-laboy lang sa bora. 

Ang ganda naman kase talaga dito, na kakawala ng stress nang siyudad.  

We were able to catch yung gig ni Jummy Bondoc sa Baga Verde dito sa Boracay.

Panalo talaga yung boses ni Jimmy Bondoc, sarap sa tenga. At ang galing din ng mga 

kanta nya huh. Nakakatuwa na para kang hinaharana habang nakikinig ka nang mga kanta nya tapos nandito ka sa shoreline ng Boracay💓💓💓 ang romantic di ba?

Yun nga, at nag kasundo ang lahat na mag-drinking session na lang sa may pangpang ng Bora after manuod ng mini intimate concert ni Jimmy Bondoc sa may Baga Verde.

At dahil uwian na kami bukas, we just spend the night chillin and drinking here at the white shores sandy beach of Boracay. Wala lang kuwentuhan lang kami nang mga happy and funny moments namin dito sa Bora. Tapos mag tatawanan sa mga katangahang nagawa😂😂😂😂 

Mutual feelings para sa lahat nang naka bonding namin dito sa Bora. Iba iba din naman kase kami ng department pag nasa opis na kami. Kaya yung makasama sila dito is somewhat nakakatuwa ang I know we will leave this place tomorrow na may nabuo nang friendship sa aming lahat. 

Ist time ko to sa Boracay and talagang masasabi ko na sobra ko syang na-enjoy and talagang natuwa ako sa mga na-experienced ko dito. Nga pala, napag pray ko din kaninang umaga nung gumising ako, malinis pa ang pangpang nun at nasabi ko ke Lord na thank you kase naka punta ako ng Boracay and I know, babalik at babalik ako sa lugar na ito na kasama ko na yung mga mahal ko sa buhay.

«´¨`·..¤::*~*iStar-Tariray-23*~*:¤..·´¨`»

Goodbye for now Boracay, will see you soon....

Of course hindi pedeng walang pa-picture bago umalis.

Boracay for me is a happy place and there is one thing for sure, I will be back💓💓💓

«´¨`·..¤::*~*iStar-Tariray-23*~*:¤..·´¨`»

Caticlan Airport Departure Area

Saw the beautiful Ms. Angel Aquino and asked her for a group picture

💓💓💓

Goodbye, Boracay for now and see you soon!

Las Piñas here I come😊


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Boracay 3rd Day

Good Morning from the white sandy shores of Boracay Island!

«´¨`·..¤::*~*iStar-Tariray-23*~*:¤..·´¨`»

We start our day with breakfast here in Casa Pilar with the Gang😊

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Cave Visit / Island Hopping Continuation

Hei, hei, the gangs are here!

What the heck do we care!

What the heck do we care!

From left to right; Jason, Pam, Jennifer, Avegail's cousin, Avegail, Warren, Jeanette, Mel, iStariray, Kat, Bitoy's wifey, Bitoy, Marvin, Rica and Boyc

Yung moment na yun na nag kasya kayong lahat sa isang bangka na mag dadala sa inyo sa bawat isla nang Boracay. Ang saya saya di ba??

Visited this cave from one of the many little islands of Boracay. 

«´¨`·..¤::*~*iStar-Tariray-23*~*:¤..·´¨`»

Snorkeling and Fish Feeding

Eto yung sobra kong na enjoy talaga, ang ganda ng ilalim ng dagat. Eto talaga yung nakikita mo sa aquarium.
Grabeh, buhay na buhay yung ilalim ng dagat. Ang daming makukulay na isdang pang aquarium.

Fish feeding din ginawa namin, nakaktuwa kase yung mga isda hindi sila natatakot, kinakain talaga nila yung tinapay na ibigay mo sa kanila sa mga kamay mo.

Eto yung literal na kumain ka sa mga palad ko, ha ha ha😁
Nakaka tuwa and I enjoyed talaga tong experience na ito. Ang ganda ng ilalim ng dagat pati na din yung mga makukulay na isda at coral sa ilalim. 

Mababait din yung mga tour guide namin and definitely, babalik talaga ako dito sa lugar na ito.

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