Journey of A Lifetime Together: June 2017

Day 1 (Singapore to Malacca) Ole Sayang Restaurant > Hatten Hotel > A' Famosa Fort > Christ Church > Jonker Street > San Shu Gong > Alto Sky Lounge

It was an impromptu visit to Malacca on a long Good Friday weekend
And I had always wanted to visit my friends in Malacca
Booked a private van to fetch us from Singapore
Since we are travelling in a big group of 13 people
We opted for the most convenient hotel
We stayed at Hatten Hotel once again

We embarked on a four-hour road trip
I was glad to have an itinerary whipped up in a day
Looking back at my photo albums,
I realized that my last visit was back in 2013
I must exclaim, "I Cannot Believe What Four Years Can Do To A City!"

And I was right

There were new buildings located just right at the Jonker Street entrance

5-storey H&M building and Hard Rock Cafe

Mamee Jonker House is also at Jonker Walk

I wasn't tempted to enter the building either

The entrance fees for this museum is RM5

Besides that, Malacca River Cruise didn't catch my attention either

They have different pricing for both Malaysian and foreigners

Ranging from RM10 to RM15

More info here

We reached Malacca at about 2pm

We left Singapore at 7am lol

So we were hungry and made a reservation earlier with a restaurant nearby our hotel

Lunch at Ole Sayang Restaurant 198, Jalan Merdeka, Taman Melaka Raya, 75000 Melaka, Malaysia It was not bad but not fantastic either

We didn't manage to board the free shutter bus from Hatten Hotel

Therefore, we shall head to Jonker Street on foot

Without further ado

Got ourselves refreshed at the hotel

And head out to explore heritage area

A' Famosa Fort located close the Sultanate Palace Museum

at the bottom of the hill of St Paul's church

This place is beautiful and eerie at the same time

Captivating and enchanting with its rich history

Next is the Christ Church

Its striking red walls attract many visitors around the world

Also an Anglican church and it's free to pay a visit

Surrounding this red brick building you’ll find many special, brightly decorated rides

These trishaws will bring you around the popular areas of Malacca

Ask and settle a price with the trishaw rider before you hop in

Dutch Windmill, the opposite of Red Square

We went for a slow walk at Jonker Street

Shopping at San Shu Gong

A well known shop at the start of Jonker Street

Selling local products, from traditional goodies

Beh teh soh and tau sar piah to durian confectionery and mochi

Near the cashier, they also sell made-to-order chendol desserts

I am not a fan of Chendol so I just skipped it

You can also get their Iced White Coffee – thick, sweet and rich

San Shu Gong

Address: 33, Jalan Hang Jebat, Malacca

Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday 10:00 – 22:00

Slot in stunning view of Malacca’s skyline from a rooftop bar

We had awesome supper at Jonker Street

We had ostrich ramly burger

Before we go back to our room

I nudged him to accompany me to the rooftop bar

And look what we were greeted with

A panoramic view of the cityscape of Malacca so beautiful

We couldn’t resist grabbing a few shots for memories sake.

And they have liveband performing that night

I cared less cause they didn't sing contemporary songs

Overall , it was a pleasant and relaxing experience

And we head back to our room at 1am

Tired and dropped dead instantly

Alto Sky Lounge

Address: Hatten Hotel, Hatten Square, Jalan Merdeka, Bandar Hilir, Melaka 75000, Malaysia

Operating Hours:

4.00pm – 12.00am (Sunday to Thursday)

4.00pm – 1.00am (Eve of Public Holidays, Friday and Saturday)

Not to forget this > Bibik House Cendol
Too bad I don't eat Cendol therefore I cannot comment on this

Day 2 (Malacca) Huang Chang Chicken Rice Restaurant > Mango Float Royale Malacca > Nadeje > Malacca Straits Mosque > Portuguese Settlement > Restaurant Bokchik Dan Keluarga

So these are the view from my hotel room and also the infinite pool on the rooftop

My friends fetched me to this famous chicken rice ball shop out of the town

Here you go, a picture of what I ordered
A small portion of chicken with small serving of chicken rice balls

Also, their cendol was served in a plastic cup
Too bad I don't know how to appreciate this

The next food hunt was to try the Malacca New Mango Float

It was thirst quenching drink on a hot sunny day

I would return to buy this if I ever visit Malacca again

And it's actually located near a cemetery but who cares right?

Mango float

Me and my crazy bunch of friends

Nadeje Crepe Cake Shop (Jaya 99)

G-01, Bangunan Jaya 99, Block A, Jalan Tun Sri Lanang, 75100 Melaka

More info on other locations here

Of course this is something you must eat when you are in Malacca

Their famous crepes which is not bad

And that's when we bid goodbye and join the next group of friends

We attempted Sunset shoot @ Malacca Straits Mosque

But the sun wasn't helping at all so we only managed to get orange tinge in the sky

This was taken opposite the mosque and it seemed empty
Super creepy as well, I suggest those who wanted to film horror movies to come here and try

Our trip with these people

Thanks to the organizers for planning this out

Next, we proceeded to the Portuguese Settlement
As usual, when you alight from the vehicle
The stall people usually stomped towards you like you owed them few thousand dollars
We were fortunate that we hired a driver and he shoo-ed them off
The driver sort of affiliated with this Restaurant 88 and we were directed to dine here
Without hesitation, we just comply as the kids were hungry as well

Actually it wasn't expensive and the food wasn't that fantastic either

After dinner, the kids can play fire crackers and pop pop nearby

Then my friend, Xeno actually fetched us to this place

Restaurant Bokchik Dan Keluarga

Kampung Ladang, 75050 Malacca, Malaysia

They are famous for their Roti John since 1985

Patrons love stopping by here for their all-time favourite Roti John Klasik

Do give it a try if you crave for good Roti John

Day 3 (Malacca to Singapore) Dragon Fortune Restaurant > A&W > Baba Charlie > Peking Restaurant Sutera Mall

Woke up quite early on the last day to try some dimsum
Recommended by Xeno and of course up to the standard
Pretty satisfied and it was way better than dimsum in Singapore

Next, we went ahead to try A&W in Malacca
Knowing that we wouldn't be able to enjoy the float in Singapore
We will definitely lay our hands on the Rootbeer Float

On our way back, we stopped by at Baba Charlie shop

They are specialize in selling kuih and some local products

Too bad I am not into kuih so no I didn't buy anything

No photography allowed but shhhhh
For the sake of you guys I just took a few shots
To show you how good their business are

My biggest shoutout would be this > Nasi Lemak Ayam Rendang
This is a must buy if you visit this place
This is x1000 times better than Nasi Lemak in Singapore