ONE OF THE BLESSINGS IN THE LIFE OF A TEACHER

the roti canai/teh tarik session after midnight

One of the best things being a teacher was to see an ex-student when I traveled. Mr. Radin Mohd. Hafiz, an ex-student of SMK Taman Universiti, showed his eagerness to entertain me when I was in Ipoh on 15th-17th of August 2023 even though he had to still work until late at night and continue working the next morning.

One of the best things was being given a ride on his motorcycle and was given some sort of briefing what the city had to offer - twice after the hours past midnight and one time early in the morning.

the cafe at the airport

He also had taken the trouble to bid me farewell at the airport right before I caught my place back to Johor Bahru in the afternoon.

It is a blessing to have a kind-hearted ex-student. Thank you Mr. Radin Mohd. Hafiz for your sincerity and kindness. I hope we will get to travel together and see other places this year. 

THE 3D2N STAY AT REGA LODGE IN IPOH

Rega Lodge was recommended by my other UPM TESL Class of 1993 friends who were also staying here on 25th - 27th August 2023.

Being not a fussy person, I found the hotel quite good. Location wise, it was a bit away from the touristy Concubine Lane but it was still within walking distance.

Instead of offering welcome drinks, guests could munch on the welcome snacks: either nuts or Muruku, an Indian traditional snack.

the view from the window

I always love to stay in a hotel which comes together with the buffet breakfast.

One reason I might stay again here when I am in Ipoh is because of its affordable rate.

THE SUNDAY MORNING MARKET IN IPOH

    27th AUGUST 2023    ~ There was also a Sunday Morning Market held in the heart of the city. I was there quite early when there were still not many people roaming the streets where the stalls had been set up along the left and right of the road sides.

One could find a variety of items put on sale, and there were things that could not be found in the Night Market I visited a few hours before. [READ HERE]

One of the attractions of the Sunday Market was one could find second hand items as well as antiques - definitely the place for collectors.

In about half an hour the place was already filled with both the locals and visitors alike. The touristy vibe could be felt in the air.

The market was big and should provide a good spot for a morning walk. Unfortunately, there was nothing that I was attracted to but I was glad I was here. One place you could consider going to if you are in Ipoh in the morning on Sunday.

THE NIGHT MARKET IN IPOH CITY CENTRE

    26TH AUGUST 2023    ~ The only attraction that we could find late at night on Saturday in Ipoh city was its Night Market. There were not many people visiting this area when we were there. The place was located right in the heart of the city, the commercial area, I supposed.

I walked from one end to the other and found nothing that caught my attention. It was just another Night Market but thanked to Mr. Radin Mohd. Hafiz, an ex-student of SMK Taman Universiti, who was working and residing in Ipoh for taking me there. It was more fun riding a motorcycle around the city in the middle of the night when the road was almost unoccupied most of the time.