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11 Top destinations for the upcoming School Holidays 2022

  • Johor Bahru
  • Legoland Malaysia
  • Malacca
  • Genting Highlands
  • Desaru
  • Pulau Tioman
  • Pulau Kukup
  • Port Dickson
  • Simpang Renggam
  • Cameron Highlands
  • Bekok

As the world becomes more COVID-19 resilient, borders around the world have been lifted. Many of you must be itching to go on a long-awaited holiday after all the pent-up frustrations during the 2 years lock down.
Following the reopening of Singapore and Malaysia land borders on 1 April 2022, and the upcoming school holidays, a family trip to many of the wonderful locations in Malaysia is definitely one of the things on all our minds.
We have prepared a list of 11 places comprising of some classic destinations (many of them revamped to bring more exciting activities for you!) and new destinations that many of you may not know about. We hope this list can offer you some ideas on where to go to in Malaysia for the long-awaited family trip during the upcoming school holidays.

Johor Bahru (JB)

First up on our list is the all-time-favorite Johor Bahru (JB). Located just across the causeway from Singapore, Johor Bahru is the ultimate go to destination for a fun-filled family trip that promises a good time for every member of the family. Before we go into the details of the amazing activities that you and your family members can enjoy in JB, we have prepared a list of amazing hotels (not in any particular order) that you can consider during your stay in JB:

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
Located just 8-minutes’ drive from the Bukit Chagar CIQ Complex across from Woodlands Checkpoint, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel is the top choice for hotel when many Singaporeans travel across the causeway from Singapore to JB for a short holiday. Strategically located in the heart of Johor Bahru, travelling to the myriad of shopping, good food and fun-filled activities in Johor Bahru has never been easier.

Address: 12, Jalan Ngee Heng, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor

Capri by Fraser, Johor Bahru
Another top favorite by many Singaporeans and travelers in Johor Bahru is Capri by Fraser, Johor Bahru. Similarly, Capri by Fraser, Johor Bahru is strategically located in downtown Johor Bahru, making sure timesaving (which is oh-so-important when holidaying) can be achieved when travelling to the wonderful locations within Johor Bahru.

Address: Menara Tiga Serangkai, Jalan Tengku Azizah, Kim Teng Park, 80300 Johor Bahru, Johor

Suasana All Suites Hotel Johor Bahru
Just like the previous two hotels, Suasana All Suites Hotel Johor Bahru’s strategic location in the city center of Johor Bahru makes travelling around JB so much easier. You will be able to visit many amazing locations in JB for activities for every member of the family, while many of the local favorite and highly-recommended spots for good food are within a stone’s throw away!

Address: No. 7, Persiaran Medini Utara 3, Bandar, 79250 Johor Bahru, Johor

Amari Johor Bahru
Another top of the list 5-star hotel in right in the heart of Johor Bahru is Amari Johor Bahru. Everything you need is easily accessible, from malls to entertainment facilities, to restaurants and bars. The hotel also comes with a luxurious spa that you and your loved ones can indulge in during the trip for some stress relief.

Address: 82C, Jalan Trus, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor

Also read: Top Tools to Help You Plan Your Trip Across the Causeway from Singapore to Malaysia

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre
Also wonderfully located in downtown Johor Bahru is Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre. Other than similarly being located at a strategic location, another plus point of Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre is the rooftop pool and fitness centre, where you can be treated to stunning views of the whole of Johor Bahru city. Did we also mention that kids under the age of 12 can stay and dine for free at any of the hotel’s on-site dining outlets?

Address: KOMTAR JBCC, Jalan Tun Abdul Razak, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor

The amazing Johor Bahru promises fun-filled activities for every member of the family. With so much to offer such as: shopping such as Johor Premium Outlets, family-activities such as farm trips and tantalizing good food to offer, you can be guaranteed of a good time with your family in Johor Bahru during the upcoming school holidays.

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Legoland Malaysia

Without needing any further introduction is Leogland Malaysia. Opening its doors since September 2012, Legoland Malaysia is one of the top places that many Singaporeans travel across the causeway with their family for a fun-filled and memorable trip especially for the kids. Over the years, Legoland Malaysia has added on many new rides and attractions that never fails to bring excitement to people visiting. With a theme park that has over 40 shows, rides and attractions, water park with more than 20 slides, attractions and water games, and aquarium that brings you the amazing underwater world, you can be guaranteed of a absolutely fun day out with your family.

Check out other articles for more on Legoland:

Malacca

Located in the southern region of the Malay Peninsula, next to the Strait of Malacca, Malacca or Melaka is one place that many of us are fondly aware of and have probably visited before. The city that is packed full of historical wonders and attractions was listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site since 7 July 2008.
In the early days, it was the location for one of the Malay sultanates, the Malacca Sultanate. Over the years, different cultural elements from groups such as the Portuguese and Dutch have been imbued into Malacca due to colonization and occupations.
Malacca is one of the top tourist attractions in Malaysia, with tourism playing its part as a booming industry in Malacca. With the adopted slogan reading “Visiting Malacca Means Visiting Malaysia”, one can be assured of a wonderful travel experience when traveling in Malacca. The city has also received illustrious international accolades such as Forbes and Lonely Planet as one of Asia’s and the World’s Top Travel Destination, “10 Best Destinations in Malaysia” by Tripadvisor, and “15 of the Best Street Art Cities” by HuffPost.

Also read: How to avoid jams when traveling between Singapore and JB

Genting Highlands

Mention Genting Highlands and many of us would be reminded of the wonderful memories of holidays that filled Singaporeans’ childhood. Located 386km away from Singapore, Genting Highlands has always been the top destination for Singaporean families to visit during the holidays. Genting Highlands is jam-packed with activities that caters to every member of the family, from casinos, famed restaurants serving tantalizing delicacies, and theme parks that are guaranteed to fill your kids’ day with fun and laughter. Having recently completed major overhaul and renovation works to uplift the theme parks and bring a whole new vibe to Genting Highlands, the endless activities and thrilling rides at the theme park awaits you.

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Desaru

The idyllic getaway approximately 83km away from Singapore is a huge crowd favorite with Singaporeans looking to escape the hustle of city life, and soak in the sun, sand and sea for an idyllic getaway to recharge. Overlooking the South China Sea, Desaru evokes a sense of refreshing calm to leisure seekers and whispers the promise of tropical adventures to the intrepid travelers. There is abundance of activities in Desaru waiting for you and your family to have a fun-filled and memorable holiday this upcoming school holidays.

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Pulau Tioman

A duty-free island off Peninsular Malaysia’s east coast, Pulau Tioman is highly acclaimed as a geological wonder, ecological paradise and one of Southeast Asia’s most beautiful travel destinations. Connecting on a ferry from Mersing in Johor, the island is a huge draw with Singaporeans and international travelers, and never fails to enchant visitors with its warm beaches, lovely seas and lush greenery. Get ready to go on diving or snorkeling trips in the crystal-clear waters at Pulau Tioman or enjoy the heartwarming experience of observing sea turtles hatching from eggs and wadding their way back to the sea from the beaches.

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Pulau Kukup

Located almost at the southern-most tip of Malaysia, Pulau Kukup is one of the largest uninhibited mangroves in the world. The island is turned into a national park where visitors can take 1 to 1.5 hours walk to navigate through the mangrove on one of the many boardwalks, viewing platforms and informative signages that brings learning to a whole new level for you and your kids. Being an important stopover site for migratory birds undertaking the journey along East Asian – Australasian Flyway (EAAF), the 807 ha of mudflats is the perfect feeding grounds for these birds during low tide. Get ready to enjoy some amazing birdwatching, learning more about wildlife species and birds that thrive in mangrove environment, and be amazed by nature-made marvels and wonders of mangroves.

Also read: Ultimate guide to beat the jam and long waiting time from Singapore to Johor Bahru (JB)

Port Dickson

Situated along the west cost of Peninsular Malaysia and to the South of Kuala Lumpur, Port Dickson is filled with amazing beaches that dots the coastline running from south towards Tanjung Tuan, a wildlife reserve and birdwatching spot with a lighthouse built in the 16th century. Many has likened Port Dickson to the likes of internationally renowned destinations such as the Maldives.

Simpang Renggam

Located in Kluang district in Johor, the previous sleepy town of Simpang Renggam has sprung to life thanks to the North-South road providing access. There are many things that you and your family can do in Simpang Renggam, bringing you a holidaying experience that you will never experience in city life.

Cameron Highlands

A district in Pahang, Malaysia, Cameron Highlands occupies an area of 712.18 square kilometers and at 1,500 meters above sea level. Cameron Highlands is one of the highest points in Malaysia that can be accessible by a vehicle. Cameron Highland is filled with many popular attractions such as tea and strawberry farms, amazingly delicious hotpot restaurants, and Mossy Forest. It is no wonder Cameron Highlands is a popular destination for many Singaporeans seeking to enjoy a different holidaying experience while escaping the hot weather in Singapore to enjoy cool climate in Cameron Highlands.

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Bekok

Located around 150km away from Singapore is Bekok, a simple peaceful and beautiful town that sparks old school charm. Be ready to be brought back in time when traveling in Bekok, an experience that many seniors in Singapore might find similar to Singapore in the early days. This would definitely be an amazing experience for your kids who may not have a chance to experience such a setting in Singapore.

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