Spur of the Moment Trip!
It began with a craving — the kind that Manila planted in us after that glorious seafood feast at Orang Bucket BGC. By 10:00am, we left Menara City One, the streets around Masjid India still quiet as the city slowly woke. We loaded our solitary non yellow submarine into BiBi and headed toward Jalan Kuching, bound for Kuala Selangor… or so we thought.
A Guitar Detour
Before hitting the highway, we made a necessary detour to Jovis Music. My Telecaster needed a pickguard replacement, while the newly acquired second hand Les Paul needed a full setup and intonation. Only Jack, our trusted master luthier, could give them the proper touch. With both guitars safely handed over, we resumed our westward drive.
LATAR — The Road Opens Up
Traffic was light, letting us reach the LATAR Highway quickly. Once on LATAR, the drive turned smooth and peaceful. Long straight stretches, wide green views, small towns in the distance, and the soft morning sun glowing across everything — it was the perfect backdrop for a spontaneous roadtrip.
Hotel Le Shore and a Riverside Feast
We arrived at Hotel Le Shore, our stay for the night, but check in was still four hours away. After registering and paying the RM100.00 deposit (≈ USD25/EUR22), we moved BiBi to a more secure parking space since we wouldn’t be driving again until tomorrow.
Then we walked over to Ah Yu Seafood, where we found a superb table overlooking the Selangor River. From their extensive pork and lard free menu, we ordered Ikan Bawal Tambak in Tomyam gravy, Chicken in Red Wine, Bitter Gourd scrambled eggs, and a jug of Longan. With hours still to spare, Cat added Coconut Water, while I enjoyed a pot of hot Chinese Tea. The feast came to RM153.50 (≈ USD38/EUR33). I later returned to BiBi to retrieve our tablets so we could relax by the river as the afternoon drifted by.
A Breezy Balcony Siesta
At 1:45pm, we walked back to Le Shore. The tiny front desk had only one sofa, already occupied, so we were directed to the first floor balcony. It turned out to be perfect — breezy, quiet, and overlooking the river. We sat half asleep as the Selangor River moved slowly past, wide and calm, with wooden fishing boats gliding to and from the old jetty.
Across the banks, the stilt houses and docks of Pasir Penambang went through their gentle daytime rhythm. Birds skimmed the water, mangroves rustled, and the humid air carried a mix of salty estuary breeze and the savoury scent of nearby seafood shops. It was a simple, peaceful river scene that made the whole afternoon feel suspended.
Premium King Check In
After the breezy siesta, we headed down to BiBi to collect our grey goblins. At 2:30pm, as promised, we were allowed to check in. We splurged on the Premium King room for RM243.71 (≈ USD60/EUR52) — a small indulgence for a riverfront stay.
Room Review — Premium King at Le Shore
The room was clean, comfortable, and straightforward, but the highlight was the tiny balcony. Despite its size, it opened up to a sweeping view of the Selangor River — fishing boats drifting by, the hum of Pasir Penambang across the water, and a steady river breeze that made the whole space feel alive. A small balcony with a big, beautiful view.
We settled in, rested up, and prepared for another round of seafood by the river as the sun began its slow descent.
Stay tuned — the evening glow is next!
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