Taking advantage of the massive offers before the start of the school holidays, we managed to get really cheap deals to Genting. At $156/2pax, the pig shit cheap package consisted of a 2N stay at the no frills First World Hotel and a complimentary breakfast for a day.

I basically slept through the journey to Genting, waking only to get my blood moving at Yong Peng. We were greeted by bus loads of school children where they invaded the tiny rest stop. No doubt, the schools had obviously had recognized the perks involved in travelling beyond the scope of the peak seasons.

Luckily for us, we managed to survive on horrid waffles. Only the mandatory visit to the loo and the DVD station was neccessary. Heehee.. Twilight!!!

I so wanabe a CULLEN...!!

As the bus climbed up the hill, a lovely mist started to envelop the view, twirling around the mountains in an age old embrace.

Such beauty to behold.

As usual, it has been ages since I last visited Genting and my previous experiences with it only revolved around the casinos and Pizza Hut. Yup, lame. So this time, I really wanted to explore the grounds a little more extensively.

see the crowd that we had to negotiate through?!

Upon clearing the hideous check-in counter (aka refugee camp), we slugged our bags to our hotel room on the 18th floor, gleefully pounding on the doorbell as we went through this morose replay everytime we're overseas.

Well, you pay for what you get and with the cheap pricetag, there wasn't much to expect from the no frills room. Sheets and toilets were clean but do not expect much else. No cable wired through the pathetic rendition of a tv either.

And the view, wow. Instant budding voyuerism. Har har.

With Stick Insect as my guide, we spent the 1st day roaming First World Plaza. Browsing through the shops nestled within and clicking our tongues at the steep prices so comparable to Singapore's.

the lobby..feels like christmas doesn't it?

a lovely miniature of Genting Highlands

Hunting down Sushi King was supposed to be a long awaited reunion. Alas, the anti-climax of lacklustre quality and a group of loud, vulgar patrons behind me proved thoroughly disappointing. We had the mix fry bento and a spicy ramen. All enthusiasm sapped out of me like a flowing tap, so I really couldn't bother much about pictures.

What happened eh?

Next, we moved on to a little bakery just oppposite Sushi King and ordered the chocolate cheese muffin RM4.50/each. The frankensteinish combination was actually quite delighful. The little muffin was engorged with chocolate! Yum Yum.

In the end, aching for some action, I decided to try rock climbing. Strapped to a guide acting as a counter weight, I tried to envision myself as spiderwoman and started clawing myself up the wall. As you might have guessed, due to my inexperience and sheer weight of my buttocks, it wasn't long before I came crashing down. Nonetheless, it was quite pleasant and I would most definately engage in this sport again!

RM4 for a single climb, however, you should note that RM10 gets you an unlimited 2hr climb which is soooo much more worth my hard earned money.

Next, we went to try our hand at Archery (just beside rock wall). RM18/2pax buys you many arrows (I can't remember exactly how many) and there are instructors on-hand to guide you through. On the whole, archery is extremely easy to learn even though the weight of the bow rivals some unwanted parts of my anatomy. I loved it, and can most definately forsee a replay soon!

Next, we went to watch WATCHMEN at the cineplex, opting for the OSIM edition at RM16, which includes an OSIM i-Medic through the whole movie. Needless to say, I milked the damned machine for every cent I paid. Hahaha...

Anyway, I enjoyed Watchmen immensely. Adapted from the comic, it's a griping epic about an alternate universe where some superheroes co-exsist, their identities kept secret by disguises. And even while they defend, it portrays the ungratefulness that men so easily exhibit despite all the positive work that the heroes do.

Set against the backdrop of a less then ideal hero, we see that these supermen are also not immune to greed, temptation and mortality. And where certain sacrifices have to be made for the greater good of the majority, most of the times, these decisions come at great price.

Events that we are all too familiar with.

with great power comes great responsibility

Some sacrifices we condone, some we understand without condemnation, and others we vehemently disagree upon. Even if it means dragging it to our deathbed.

On the 2nd day, after waking near lunch, we filled our hungry tummys at Hou Mei. You are advised NOT to purchase their dry noodles. It is the EXACT replica of dry instant noodles. And at close to RM15/bowl, you can buy many, MANY bowls.

Afterwhich, the adrenalin junkie in me headed straight to the amusement park. I've always marvelled at how physics can jolt my senses to make me feel so alive and stupid at the same time.

Stupidly alive.

I sat the Pirate Ship first, which made me almost nauseas after my lunch. Luckily, my stomach was able to hold out and I avoided a Tatiana Del Toro moment.

woohoo!

I sat the Space Shot twice. Loved it to bits! The machine takes you up where a spectacular view of Genting surrounds you followed by a free fall which lifts you off your chair.

Sat the Corkscrew twice too. On the 2nd episode, I found myself in front of a group of "macho" men. One gave his friend a running commentary on what to expect and said that he'd bang his head on the harness. It should be noted that he was also screaming worse then a "wittle gerl" throughout the ride. Nothing could shut him up. Once the ride was over, he boasted that it wasn't so bad and egged his green-faced companion to take another swig with him.

Sick.En.Ning.

I also took the Tobbogan, Spinner, Go-Kart, Ferris Wheel (Matahari) and the Paddle Boat outdoors. I was trying to make the most of the admission price so yah, I was mentally dividing the cost of each ride. Heheehee...

The indoor themepark paled in comparison because the rides were pitifully tame. Though we managed to take some interesting pictures of the gaudy little place.

Wanted to take the Flying Coaster but the mist had fogged up real bad which meant the speed would really make flying through the air really chilly. Or maybe I'm just chicken. Har har...!

Until next time!

On the 3rd day, we tried out the free breakfast provided which proved to resemble more like some jungle warfare. Despite the poor variety, taste and presentation of the buffet, hotel guests acted sooooooo greedy. Everytime the server dished out the food, they swarmed in like vultures, heaping mountains onto their plates with frenzied speed.

Like vampires to prey?!
Betcha even James & Victoria have better manners

The servers did not take too kindly to their disposition and many were cussing loudly at the maddening crowd. What drama.

Speaking about drama, we also caught The Race To Witch Mountain. Again, via the Osim i-Medic category. My chair was spoilt and irrepairable so Stick Insect sacrificed her seat for me.

Awwwww....

The special effects were great though the storyline was a little far-fetched. However, given the lack of choices in Genting, this was by far the most entertaining.

Our loot from Genting. The puff sleeved Tee was 50% off and the barettes were 70% off..!!

And here's the highlights of what we stuffed our faces with over the 3 day period.. mouthwatering!

Mmmmm..Marybrown! This was ONE meal. Hahaha..

Kenny Rogers! Only the jacket potato was passable...

KFC combo meal. Comes with a Twister Orange which tastes like a flat F&N Orange. You are advised to change the drink!

Flavours - Kung Pow Chicken Rice.. Yum! But the chicken was so bony.
Just like Stick Insect. Har Har.

Yong Peng's Yong Tau Foo..!! Very nice!
We also had the Ramly burger which was equally magnificent.