(10) FELDA RESIDENCE HOT SPRINGS SG.KLAH, SUNGKAI, PERAK, MALAYSIA

Malaysia’s largest and most well-maintained hot springs is Felda Residence Hot Springs in Sungkai, Perak. It’s better known by its previous name, Sungai Klah Hot Springs Park or Taman Rekreasi Air Panas Sungai Klah (TRAP) in the Malay language than its new commercial name. Here, tourist get the wonders of nature that abounds and how it had been ingeniously engineered to offer a perfect getaway for a splashing, rejuvenating and exuberating experience for visitors.

Amongst the natural pools guest can choose to experience the open cold and hot pools as well as the private pools for those preferring some privacy while immersing in this therapeutic waters. For those familiar with reflexology, experience a relaxing time in the hands of well-trained practitioners as they work on regaining a balance in blood flow and overall well-being.

Another popular family activity not to miss out on is the hot springs egg-boiling experience. Many come to the park, some with baskets full of eggs which they then boil in the natural hot springs for its therapeutic properties. And guess what? The world’s egg-boiling world record was achieved at this very park! 50,480 eggs were boiled here in the hot springs over a span of 43hours in 2006!

On vacation, make full use of the natural Hot Springs Swimming Pool or the classic Cold Pools where tourist can pamper in a healthy, refreshing swim alone or with family and friends. Listen out for joyful laughter of children rushing down the splashing Giant Octopus Water Slide. Large and spacious, the pools offer an entertaining diversion from the hustle and bustle of everyday routine.

(11) i-CITY SHAH ALAM, MALAYSIA

i-City is a wonderful crystal in the rapidly developing city of Shah Alam. It is part of the popular Shah Alam International Park, which is a commercial area with the aim of attracting both local and international investors. Although some sections of i-City have been completed, it is expected to be fully developed by i-City Properties by 2015. Sitting on 72 acres of land, it will have 8 office towers, 2 luxury hotels, 2 residential blocks, and 3 to 5-storey shop-offices and retail suites. As i-City has been designated as an MSC centre, it has features suitable for any potential technopreneurs, such as 20mbps high speed broadband connection and round-the-clock data centers.

Visitors are welcome to a fortunately themed park to take a breath of fresh air and enjoy the aura of a pure vision of peace, riches and good health. At one end of CityPark, visitors will walk between rows of Chinese cherry blossoms and spot LED peacocks and other creatures of the forest at a nearby pond covered by the digital lights.

i-City is providing a new experience for all Malaysians. Now, people can feel that new technologies can not only be used for multimedia and communications but also for celebrating our various festivals and holidays in Malaysia.

Last but not least, the most new attraction that was opened to the public in March 2011 was the Snowalk, a 50,000 square feet environment 5°C below zero. This is a good experience for those who want to experience a change of environment. There is also an indoor theme park with video games, horse riding and games for enjoyment.