FAR EAST Travel Diaries (2009)

SOUTH-EAST ASIA

  FAR EAST TRAVEL DIARIES 

THAILAND, MALAYSIA, SINGAPORE 

(2009) 

DECEMBER (2009) 

It was December (2009) where my family was all set to fly and explore , experience the distinctive cultures, histories, and landscapes of Far East ( Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore)

Southeast Asia comes alive on this trip from the dynamic streets of Singapore to the lush rainforests of Malaysia and Thailand’s stunning temples. Cross the boundary between the city and the wild in Singapore’s Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve and the Lake Gardens of Kuala Lumpur, and explore echoes of extraordinary history in Melaka and the ancient Thai capital of Ayutthaya. Savor local flavors at bustling markets overflowing with exotic fruits and during a Thai cooking class.

We were travelling in a group tour travel package which included places –

Pattaya (2N)→Bangkok (2N)→Kuala Lumpur (2N)→Singapore (3N)

Day 1 — THAILAND

Pattaya, Thailand

Highlights of Thailand –

Pattaya-

• Visit to Alcazar Show
•  Visit to Coral Island.

Bangkok-

• Guided City Tour
• Visit to Safari World and Marine Park.

It all started in December (2009) , when we arrived at Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok and also had 2 nights at FX hotel / New Nordic or similar in Pattaya.

It was Pattaya, Thailand.

In the evening , we had visited ‘Alcazar’, a world-famous, ladyboy cabaret extravaganza show. Overnight in Pattaya — 2 nights at FX hotel / New Nordic or similar in Pattaya.

Day 2 — THAILAND

Coral Island, Nong Nooch Village

Pattaya, Thailand

The day 2 in Thailand was all adventurous and of fun with a ride in speedboat to Coral Island, even parasailing, water skiing and other water sports activities on your own. The evening was all about to explore the night life of Pattaya, and Nong Nooch Village. Overnight in Pattaya — 2 nights at FX hotel / New Nordic or similar in Pattaya.

Day 3 — THAILAND

Pattaya — Bangkok, Thailand

The Day 3 was all about travelling from Pattaya to Bangkok.

Enroute, we had a visit to the Gems Factory famous for jade stones. In Bangkok, we were on a guided city tour even had a visit to the temples of the Golden Buddha and the Marble Buddha and drive through China Town. Overnight in Bangkok — 2 nights at Ibis or similar in Bangkok.

Day 4 — THAILAND

Bangkok, Thailand

The Day 4 was all about an excursion to Safari World with Marine Park. There even was the fabulous Orangutan show, the Sea Lion show and the Dolphin Show. In the Spy War Show, hold on to your seats as the action unfolds in a state-of-art amphitheater. Thereafter we return to Bangkok. This captivating 80-minute journey to the Enchanted Kingdom uncovers the history, customs and cultural treasures that have descended through the centuries to fascinate Thailand’s guests. Overnight in Bangkok — 2 nights at Ibis or similar in Bangkok.

Day 5 — THAILAND — MALAYSIA

Bangkok, Thailand — Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The Day 5 was all about traveling from Bangkok — Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

On arrival at Kuala Lumpur Airport, we had the picturesque drive from the airport to Kuala Lumpur city, which takes approximately an hour. The evening was free to enjoy Kuala Lumpur city and . Overnight in Kuala Lumpur — 2 nights at Star Points hotel or similar in Kuala Lumpur.

Day 6 — MALAYSIA

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

It was DAY 6 in MALAYSIA and we were on a guided city tour of the sprawling capital city of Kuala Lumpur.It was the 88-storey Petronas Twin Towers, the Lake Gardens with the National Monument, the National Mosque and Merdeka Square. Enroute we take you for a short visit to Batu Caves, a Hindu Shrine. Overnight in Kuala Lumpur — 2 nights at Star Points hotel or similar in Kuala Lumpur.

Day 7 — MALAYSIA

Kuala Lumpur — Full Day Visit to Batu Caves, Genting Highland with Casino-De-Genting

The Day 7 started by a visit to Batu Caves,the amazing Batu Caves, a spiritual site for hundreds of thousands of Hindus each year .The cave is one of the most popular Hindu shrines outside India, and is dedicated to Lord Murugan. The limestone forming Batu Caves is said to be around 400 million years old. A 42.7-metre (140 ft) high statue of Lord Murugan. It is the tallest Lord Murugan statue in the world.

While proceeding to Genting Highland take one way cable car (weather permitting) . Overnight in Kuala Lumpur — 2 nights at Star Points hotel or similar in Kuala Lumpur.

Day 8 — MALAYSIA — SINGAPORE

Kuala Lumpur — Singapore — Visit Night Safari

The Day 8 was all about travelling from Malaysia — Singapore .& we had to be & travel in CRUISE  (its like The suite life on Deck ) our Cruise was royal caribbean cruises which has spectrum of the seas. (2009)

In the evening ,we had a visit to Sentosa Island and travel through the fantasy of tropical Singaporean garden. Also enjoy the 4D Marvel experience at Madame Tussauds along with Images of Singapore. Later, we see the fabulous light and sound show titled ‘Wings of Time’. Overnight in Singapore — 3 nights at Oxford Hotel / Cherry Loft Apartment or similar in Singapore.

Day 9 — SINGAPORE

The Day 9 was all about exploring the places in Singapore and excursion to S.E.A. AquariumTM along with Universal Studios. At S.E.A. AquariumTM, discover the awe-inspiring world of life in the ocean at this world’s largest aquarium. Later, we take you to the suggested excursion, the most famous Universal Studios Theme Park. Witness the world’s first Far Far Away Castle in ‘The Shrek 4-D adventure’. Meet the terrifying T-Rex in ‘The Lost World’, ride the world’s tallest dueling roller coasters at Sci-Fi City and witness ancient Egypt on the psychological thrill ride titled ‘Revenge of The Mummy’. After a full day of excitement and thrill at the universal studios, we return back to the hotel. Overnight in Singapore -3 nights at Oxford Hotel / Cherry Loft Apartment or similar in Singapore.

Day 10 - 
Return to India after long journey of Europe .
All these 9-10 days were of exploring , discovering and Venture off the well-trod path to experience England’s cosmopolitan capital like a local.

The Traveling Diary was of MAY 2009 .

Thanking you ,
ZARANA MEHTA