As you’ve probably heard, or rather, seen, many areas across the country are experiencing bad haze. As reported by the New Straits Times, the haze began blanketing many areas of Sarawak on 25 July 2025 and the Air Pollutant Index (API) readings are nearing an unhealthy level. The Selangor state government even stated that parents may keep their children home from school due to the haze, as reported by Free Malaysia Today. According to Pantai Hospital’s website, haze can lead to a range of adverse health effects including breathing difficulties, dizziness, and skin irritation.

However, did you know that there’s an excellent place only an hour’s drive outside of Kuala Lumpur to escape the haze? That’s none other than Resorts World Genting, 6,000 feet above sea level and surrounded by a lush 130-million-year-old rainforest landscape. Resorts World Genting’s climate stays cool all year round at 10–22 °C and is a refreshing change from the gloomy, hot hazy weather in KL. Plus, you don’t have to look at the dreadful smog anymore, but gaze at the natural mists and clouds amongst the scenic mountaintops instead.

Studies show that polluted fog is more common in densely populated cities than in high-mountain areas. Mountains often have cleaner air due to fewer local pollution sources such as cars and better dispersion, while cities tend to have higher concentrations of pollutants. The abundant amount of trees at Resorts World Genting also help to filter the air to help you breathe in crisper air.

Time for Nature

While people are discouraged from carrying out outdoor activities now in the cities, you can do so at Resorts World Awana and Resorts World Genting while breathing easy.

1. Take part in one of the Genting Nature Adventures there such as the Awana Trail, a two-hour guided walk. Here, get up close and personal with various fauna and flora - encounter wild Siamangs, beautiful tropical birds and endangered highland pitcher plants. Learn more about them through narrated guided tours and interactive wayfinding as you hike through their majestic natural habitat and incredible landscape.

2. Embark on a three-hour Wild Orchid Explorer Tour and ride through lush landscapes on a buggy and hike scenic trails, all guided by our expert nature guide. Along the way, explore rare wild orchids in their natural habitat and take in breathtaking views of majestic waterfalls and crystal-clear streams.

3. Take the Genting Highlands Premium Outlets Cable Car and get off the free stop at the mid-way point at the Chin Swee Caves Temple. Even if the fog rolls in here, it’s all part of the charm. This grand religious site included a 15-metre-tall statue of Buddha, an iconic nine-storey lamp-lit pagoda, and an open-air SkyTerrace to admire the surroundings from.

Wellness & Indoor Escapes

If you’re not an outdoorsy person, you can also head indoors for a time of rest and tranquility.

1. Try out one of the luxurious wellness packages at M Spa at Genting Grand which includes saunas, jacuzzis, and massage therapies all within the comfort of the indoors.

2. Otherwise, just take the time to relax and take a stroll at one of our shopping malls such as the SkyAvenue lifestyle mall or the First World Hotel shopping complex.

3. You can also head to our Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park which has over 20 rides for the whole family to enjoy.

Right now, escaping KL’s smog could be both invigorating and restorative. Doesn’t that sound like exactly what your lungs and spirit need? Rise literally above the pollution at Resorts World Genting and have a fun time!

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