2020 Has Made It Hard For Self-Care
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2020 has been a stressful and overwhelming year for most of us. With travel plans down the drain and more than half the year spent confined at home, it's hard to feel rested even on weekends and public holidays. If you feel like 2020 has taken a toll on your mental health, it's time to be kinder to yourself in the new year.
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We've compiled a well-balanced list of self-care day out activities in KL for days when you're feeling the need to relax and recharge. From learning to make your own ceramic art piece at a pottery studio to getting a well-deserved massage - we've got something for everyone on this list.
[CMCO Update] Be sure to adhere to the SOP whenever you're out and about - masks on, wash or sanitize your hands frequently, and avoid crowded locations. Stay safe!
Everyone Needs A Break Once In A While
1. Soak Your Worries Away In An Onsen Spa
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In need of some me-time and an activity that will allow you to relax wholeheartedly? Treat yourself to a 45-minute Japanese Onsen Spa experience at Urban Retreat, a Japanese-inspired luxury massage and day spa centre located in 163 Retail Park, Mont Kiara.
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Urban Retreat offers the first authentic Japanese bath spa in Malaysia, and they've managed to recreate the rejuvenating hot spring experience similar to the ones you can get in Japan. Soak in single-person Onsen Spa Tubs imported all the way from Japan and feel your worries and stress melt away. You'll even get to choose the onsen mineral of your choice from 3 options targeted for beauty, healing, and calmness.
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2. Get Some Me-Time With A Solo Staycation
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Need a temporary escape? Clear your annual leaves and book yourself a much-deserved solo staycation at a beautiful city hotel! Though the interstate travel restrictions have been lifted, we understand that you may still be hesitant to travel far. Thankfully, KL is home to a great selection of luxurious 5-star establishments as well as cosy, charming boutique hotels that won't burn a hole in your wallet. Plan a solo staycation if you're craving for some me-time, or an intimate getaway with your partner or bestie!
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Here are some of our favourite staycation spots in KL:
3. Enjoy A High Tea With Great Views
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Pamper yourself to an elegant high tea experience and fill your leisurely afternoon with delicate sandwiches, scones, macaroons, and fragrant tea. If you're hesitant to head over yourself, invite a friend you haven't met in a while and spend a lovely afternoon together catching up over sweet treats and tea.
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You'll be surprised to find out how many great high tea spots there are in KL - dine with breathtaking views of the KL city skyline from the top of a luxurious 5-star hotel, or even at Atmosphere 360, the revolving restaurant at the top of KL Tower.
Check out our favourite afternoon tea spots in KL:
4. Treat Yourself To A Well-Deserved Massage
Massage therapy has always been a popular self-care activity - a one-hour session can do wonders in making you feel better after a long and stressful week. If you're feeling the soreness and stress accumulated from the past few months, it's time to pamper yourself to a massage session that will leave you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated.
Check out the range of massages available at Neutra Reflexology & Spa - choose from an extensive list of body massages to aromatherapy and foot reflexology, and enjoy rejuvenating treatments without burning a hole in your wallet.
5. Pick Up A Paintbrush And A Glass Of Wine
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Located in Desa Sri Hartamas, Art & Bonding is a creative haven where everyone can be painters, even if you have zero artistic skills or experience. The Klook Team has done a team building here before, so we can totally vouch for that (most of us have totally no artistic skills). Head over for a therapeutic, fun Sip And Paint experience and create art in a welcoming space. This activity is great when you try it with friends, but totally ok if you're coming alone as well.
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Another art studio we love in KL is Yorokobi Studio located in Sri Petaling! This social painting space is incorporated with a cafe, and provides a therapeutic experience for you to unleash your inner Picasso. You can choose to paint whatever you like, or pick from references available at the studio, with the guidance of passionate art assistants. Book a 3-hour painting class at Yorokobi Studio on Klook at only RM95!
Hesitant to head out? Alternatively, book a Home Bonding Art Kit and have your own sip and paint session in the comforts of your home. Book your Art Kit on Klook and get it delivered to your doorstep inclusive of all materials like the canvas, palette, acrylic paint set, paint brushes, a disposable apron, and even an online tutorial. Enjoy free delivery within Klang Valley, and you'll even get to choose your preferred art design!
6. Make Your Own Cup At A Pottery Studio
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Pottery-making has always been described as a therapeutic, relaxing, and stress-relieving activity - nothing beats the calming vibe of spinning clay and creating a one-of-a-kind ceramic piece with your very own hands. Melt your stress and worries away by kneading, throwing, or hand-building your own ceramic masterpiece!
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Book yourself a Pottery Trial Class or 4-class Pottery Course at 22CraftStudio, a quaint pottery studio located in Bandar Sungai Long, Kajang. Learn to make your very own Khmer pottery from scratch under the guidance of a passionate, friendly instructor.
7. Rejuvenate With A Dry Onsen Experience
An alternative to the Onsen Spa at Urban Retreat, you can pamper yourself to a dry onsen experience at Ki To Wellness, a new wellness centre that has only opened its doors this year in Phileo Damansara. The centre provides a wide-range of scientific and natural healing therapies in a calm and serene environment that will take your mind off your worries and stress temporarily.
The star offering at the centre is the Yunohana Hokutolite Onsen Stone Therapy, featuring dense crystal minerals extracted from the hot springs in Tamagawa Onsen, Japan and Beitou, Taiwan.
Lie in a capsule-like bed that will cover you from neck to toe, and wait for your body to respond to the gentle, persistent heat and energy. The onsen treatment offers a wide-range of benefits including detoxification, deep relaxation, rejuvenation of skin, and pain alleviation!
8. Find Happiness In Nature
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Nothing screams #selfcare more than being in an environment that makes you happy, calm, and at ease. If you've been itching for some fresh air and a good sweat, head out for a jog, nature walk, or biking adventure. For those who didn't know, exercise produces a positive chemical effect on your brain that makes you feel happy and reduces your stress. Especially after spending so much time indoors facing a screen, you might need this more than you think!
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Pssst, you can even head to one of the scenic picnic spots around KL and chill on the grass, munch on mini sandwiches, and people-watch while spending some quality time with your friends or family.
9. Surround Yourself With Fur Babies
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This one's a day-out idea for animal lovers! Spend time with cuddly dogs and fluffy cats at one of the pet cafes around KL - these furry friends can be an instant mood booster for days when you're feeling a bit down. Most of these pet cafes also allow you to bring along your own fur babies, and serve great food, drinks, and dessert as well.
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Here are some of our favourite pet cafes:
- Cubs & Cups, Desa Sri Hartamas
- Huskiss Cafe, Petaling Jaya
- Good Meowning Cafe, Cheras
- Purradise Cat Cafe, TTDI
10. Build Your Very Own Terrarium
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Prefer to just stay in the comforts of your home? How about attempting to build your very own miniature forest? Practice your green thumbs and try assembling a mini terrarium with our Forest In A Bottle Terrarium Kit that can be delivered directly to your doorstep.
These adorable terrariums make great decorative plants, and are super fun and therapeutic to put together. The DIY Kit bookable on Klook comes inclusive of all materials and equipment you need, including decoration stones, pebbles, tweezers, the plants, as well as a digital guide book and instruction video.
11. Get Some Retail Therapy
It may have been a while since you've headed to the mall for some retail therapy. If you're missing the feeling of walking around a mall and doing some shopping, put on your mask and head out to get yourself something nice from the mall - just make sure you adhere to the SOP and keep your distance when you're in crowded spaces!
12. Learn To Make A Handtied Bouquet
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Do flowers make you happy? Learn to make your own bunch of happiness by heading for a handtied bouquet workshop! Be guided by a professional instructor and opt for either a half-day or full-day class. All flowers and equipment required to assemble your very own bouquet will be provided, and you can choose to have an English or Malay-speaking instructor.
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