[General] Resorts World
Genting Hosted Majlis Berbuka Puasa
Genting Highlands, June 2019 –
In conjunction with the holy month of Ramadhan, Resorts World Genting recently hosted a
Majlis Berbuka Puasa for
underprivileged orphan children and senior citizens, treating them to the
latest and greatest experiences available at the mountain resort.
With 158 children from three orphanages (Dar Asnaf Al-Fateh Gombak, Rumah Kasih Nurul Hasanah and Rumah Anak Yatim Dan Asnaf As-Solihin)
and 12 senior citizens from Pusat Jagaan
Warga Emas Husna Arrashid in attendance, the journey up Gunung Ulu Kali
allowed these special guests the chance to see spectacular views of pristine
rainforest coming up the mountain. Upon arrival at Genting Grand Hotel, the
children and senior citizens were greeted warmly by the Resorts World Genting
team, including Puan Seri Cecilia Lim,
wife of Genting Malaysia Berhad Chairman Hospitality and CEO Tan Sri Lim Kok Thay, Dato’ Edward Holloway, Executive Vice
President of Leisure and and Katherine
Chew, Vice President of Resort Communications and Public Relations).
“I would first like to
extend my thanks to the children’s homes and old folks’ homes for attending our
‘buka puasa’ feast on this special day. The month of Ramadhan is a holy time
where our Muslims friends fast together for their faith. This month is also a
time where we are all reminded to be giving and this celebration today is a
small gesture by Resorts World Genting to the community.” said Puan Seri
Cecilia Lim in Bahasa Malaysia.
The children and senior citizens has witnessed the brand-new
Batman Experience at the SkySymphony
stage. A celebration of the iconic comic superhero’s 80 years, the show
dazzled the guests as the history of the Caped Crusader played out across 360-degree wraparound screens and transforming winch ball display set to
an upbeat soundtrack. (Find out more regarding Batman 80 Years Celebration via
my previous article: https://www.wljack.com/2019/05/explore-batmans-80th-anniversary-sky.html
)
Snow World at First World Plaza brought the guests into an
enchanting wintry wonderland at a chilly -6°, they were ushered in by warm
staff to prepare them with gloves, boot and jackets. The children were in awe
of the snow and all the 3D trick art attractions. Laughter was heard as they
were having fun.
The group also get to experience Jurassic Research CentreIn the
Jurassic Research Centre and Ripley’s Believe it or Not at SkyAvenue, Resorts
World Genting.
(Find out about Jurassic
Research Centre @ Sky Avenue, Resorts World Genting here: https://www.wljack.com/2018/03/explore-jurassic-research-centre-sky.html
, and Ripley’s Believe it Or Not at Sky
Avenue, Resorts World Genting here: https://www.wljack.com/2018/03/explore-ripleys-believe-it-or-not.html
)
With the time for Buka Puasa drawing near, the children and senior
citizens were treated to a thrilling ride on the SkyAvenue Skyway cable car, marvelling at the dusk-hued panorama. Upon arrival at the graceful setting of Awana
Hotel, they were led to Rajawali Coffee
House where a delicious spread of over 100
dishes awaited them. Puan Seri Cecilia Lim, Dato’ Edward Holloway and
Katherine Chew were once again in attendance, greeting and mingling among the
group.
As the Maghrib prayer call rang out across the clear mountain air,
the guests tucked in to the special pasar
malam-themed buffet. Featuring a collection of food and drink stalls
serving dishes deeply steeped in Malaysian culture – from Ayam Percik to Murtabak, Nasi Briyani to Roast Lamb, fresh seafood to a
giant spread of traditional kueh – members of the Genting team assisted the
guests to ensure that everyone got to sample a taste of the splendid Buka Puasa
buffet.
With full bellies and broad smiles, the children and senior
citizens were treated to one last surprise. Each of the three orphanages and
the old folks home received a gift hamper of rice, cooking oil, Milo, Maggi
instant noodles, dried Bihun and biscuits to take a little bit of the Genting
hospitality home with them. Each child also received a goodie bag containing a
Faber-Castell stationery set and snacks like Twisties, Cheezels and assorted
candies, along with an auspicious Duit Raya packet. The senior citizens were
not left out, with each receiving a gift bag containing necessary amenities
including a toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, body wash, body cream and a
revitalising bottle of Minyak Cap Kapak.
Under the twinkling light of a thousand stars against an
inky-black sky, it was time to say goodbye. The Resorts World Genting team bade
farewell to each and every one of their guests, wishing them a happy Ramadhan
and a special Hari Raya Puasa, with a promise that they would see each other
again. Ramadhan is a month of reflection and generosity, and this special
Majlis Berbuka Puasa day will be one that these children and senior citizens will
always remember.
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