As the anticipation for the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games builds, I had the pleasure of diving into the excitement at the Olympic Village Plazza of Paris by Visa pop-up at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur’s Centre Court during its launching. This event, running until 28 July 2024, is hosted by Visa – the official Worldwide Payment Technology Partner of the Olympic Games – and Maybank. It was an incredible experience that I just had to share!
Entering the Olympic Village
Stepping into the Olympic Village through a beautifully recreated Arc de Triomphe was a magical moment. The attention to detail was remarkable, and it set the stage for what was to come. Once inside, I found myself on an Olympic track filled with a variety of engaging games and activities. I couldn’t resist trying my hand at the Champion of Sports games, including football, basketball, bowling, and sprinting booths. The competitive spirit was contagious, and it was thrilling to participate and even win some fun rewards!
French Culinary Treats
No event celebrating France would be complete without amazing food, and this one did not disappoint. The food stalls were a highlight, offering a taste of France right in Kuala Lumpur. PAUL’s pastries were irresistible. You get to treat yourself to the limited ‘PAUL Olympic Pancake’ – free with a purchase of RM120 or more. By the way, the ‘flag street,’ adorned with the flags of participating countries, made for fantastic photo opportunities, and I snapped plenty of memorable shots.
Exclusive Paris 2024 Merchandise
One of the best parts of the day was shopping for exclusive Paris 2024 Olympic merchandise. By spending RM300 in a single receipt with Maybank Visa Debit card, you can redeem a stylish Paris 2024 Olympic umbrella. For those spending RM800 in two cumulative receipts, you get to choose between a Paris 2024 Olympic figurine or a plush, which looked adorable and were definitely on my wishlist.
‘Sports and Fraternity’ Photography Exhibition
The ‘Home of Champions’ activities around the mall added an extra layer of excitement. I visited the ‘Sports and Fraternity’ photography exhibition by the French Embassy, which runs until 11 August 2024. The exhibition features 24 stunning photographs from Agence France-Presse, capturing inspiring Olympic moments and celebrating unity and peace. It was a moving tribute to the spirit of the Games and left a lasting impression.
Screening of French Films at Dadi Cinema
To round off the day, you get to indulge in French arts and culture with screenings of two delightful French films at Dadi Cinema: ‘Le Petit Nicolas’ on 5 August 2024 and ‘Ride Above’ on 6 August 2024.
Shopping for Exclusive Collections
Don’t miss to explore the exclusive Olympic-themed collections from several renowned brands. Omega’s Olympic Games Exclusive Collection was particularly impressive, and check out the special collections from Diptyque, Armani Exchange, Sergeant Major, CARLO RINO, and Maison Margiela Replica.
Be A Part of the Olympic Festivities at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur
If you haven’t yet experienced the Olympic festivities at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, I highly recommend it. Whether you’re a sports fan, a foodie, or a culture enthusiast, there’s something for everyone. Be there before 28 July 2024 to join in the magic of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games celebration in Pavilion Kuala Lumpur!
About Pavilion Kuala Lumpur
Pavilion Kuala Lumpur is an award-winning, world-class mixed-use urban development located in the heart of Bukit Bintang, the shopping district of Malaysia. Pavilion Kuala Lumpur blends the best of the international and local retail world with over 700 stores and eight themed precincts. This premier
shopping destination is a duty-free shopping paradise and the defining authority in fashion, dining and urban leisure. Visit www.pavilion-kl.com for updates on the latest trends, offers and events.
About Maybank
Maybank is among Asia’s leading financial groups and Southeast Asia’s fourth largest bank by asset with close to 44,000 employees worldwide. The Group has an international network of some 2,600 offices in 18 countries including all 10 ASEAN countries and also present in international financial centres such as London, New York, Hong Kong and Dubai. With a purpose to Humanise Financial
Services and guided by its M25+ strategy, Maybank provides any array of values-based solutions established on sustainable and ethical principles to meet its customers evolving needs. These extensive range of products and services, include consumer and corporate banking, investment banking, Islamic banking, stock broking, insurance and takaful and asset management.
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