Tag Archives: Johor Bahru

Komtar: New Mall Next to City Square in JB

Posted on January 5, 2015 by bookjunkie

Komtar is open in Johor Bahru (JB). This new mall has many of the upmarket stores that Singapore has in Orchard Road. But I find the prices here higher and the selection smaller. I wish we had a sit down … Continue reading →

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Yummy Cheap Meals at JB Coffeeshop

Posted on December 21, 2012 by bookjunkie

I absolutely love this coffeeshop in JB which is pretty near City Square. It’s actually two coffeeshops but they are side by side. I’m not sure of the road name or how to get here but B knows it by … Continue reading →

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Driving into JB (Shops & Sights)

Posted on August 10, 2011 by bookjunkie

I just got a timely warning to watch out for snatch theft by people on motorcycles. I have witnessed such an incident in KL but not in JB and I think it’s best not to risk it since I have … Continue reading →

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View of Singapore from Malaysia

Posted on August 10, 2011 by bookjunkie

This is the view of Singapore from Malaysia, just to show you how close we are. We are close not only by proximity, but also in terms of culture, food and history. I think we have wonderful neighbours and I … Continue reading →

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I am Singaporean because I love going to Malaysia

Posted on August 9, 2011 by bookjunkie

I think most Singaporeans should be thankful that Malaysia still welcomes us and that it’s so easy to get there. It’s no secret that we go there for cheaper petrol, food, groceries and even medicine. And we can relieve our … Continue reading →

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Asia’s First Legoland will be just 15 Minutes away in JB

Posted on February 27, 2011 by bookjunkie

I was excited to read that there will be a Legoland in JB in 2013.  The story is that Danish toy maker Lego will open a multimillion dollar Legoland theme park in southern Malaysia (Johor Bahru) in 2013. I am … Continue reading →

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Trip to JB for Chinese New Year Cheer and No Bak Kwa

Posted on January 31, 2011 by bookjunkie

Made a short trip across the causeway to Johor Bahru (most Singaporeans just refer to it as JB) in Malaysia and was impressed at the vast improvements in the roads that have been repaved. No more potholes! The nearest mall, … Continue reading →

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The Haze Across the Border

Posted on October 22, 2010 by bookjunkie

It seems as bad in Johor Bahru as it is in Singapore. Heading back towards Singapore, you can see the HDB flats at Woodlands enveloped in smoky air.  A pretty dismal scene.  I feel sorry for the tourists who have … Continue reading →

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