We went to Redang Island by Berjaya Air (4 turbo propeller engines plane J) from Seletar Airport. It was a comfortable 1hrs 20mins flight (other than the aircraft being obviously smaller in size, it was a very comfortable smooth trip). We would not hesitate to take the smallish plane again for our next Redang trip.
The view from our Ocean-front-room at Berjaya Redang . It was a great feeling to wake up to each morning….peaceful indeed. The sea is clear and blue with gentle baby waves, the sands are white and fine. The weather was perfect during our trip, it wasn’t scorching hot nor did it rain.
Am glad the girls enjoyed their first snorkeling experience – we snorkeled two mornings in a row. It was an instant hit for Nell. She loves animal so much and being able to be so closed to those fishes was a marvelous experience which she enjoyed immensely. Little Liz unfortunately had some co-ordination issue with the snorkeling gears (the ability to handle the mask, the air-hose and the breathing is deem challenging for her age). We decided to let her snorkel with only her goggles the next morning, which helps a heap. She enjoyed the next day snorkeling so so much more. Tips; bring some bread along – the fishes will swim so close to you that you can touch them effortlessly. And if you are lucky enough, they would even at times bumped into your snorkeling mask. But if you are the fortunate one like Old Man - one bit him on the belly button (its those MANLY HAIR ….hahhahahaaahha)
Other “free” activities in Redang..which are equally a blast for the kids
Food at Berjaya Redang is so-so in my opinion but great enough for the girls. They like the idea of having varieties of ice cream with sprinklers to go along for dessert. I must say the Malay food at the buffet spread is actually very yummy (fish curry is one of the good one for me…Really YUM). Old man enjoyed the malay desserts. Summary – Go for the Malay Peranakan dishes from the Buffet spread, they are guaranteed Delicious. Well, its not surprising as this is Malaysia…..so nevertheless their specialty dishes would top the scale.
This is definitely a very enjoyable hassle free short trip. Suitable for everybody including those who is swimming- handicap aka Old Man. (He never would want to admit it but this trip proved 100% that he indeed cannot swim and I enjoyed highlighting it..hahahahaahaha)
…indeed a happy holiday
26th – 29th Dec 2008
On the 5th day, we left Gold Coast to Moreton Island. We took a boat from
In the evening, we queue up to …feed the dolphins. Our turn came, we washed our hands and picked a fish. The dolphins were all ready, we put our hand in the water and the dolphins took the fish from us.
I ate yummy food at Tangalooma Resort.
I saw dolphins.
I swam at the swimming pool and I did a somersault in the water.
We were sad to leave
24th Dec 2008
After the show, we went to buy ice-cream, I chose the mint ice cream while my sister goes for the vanilla. Then back to our cozy hotel.
Liz: I had so much fun because there were a lot of rides.
I took the log ride twice and it was very fun! I wanted to take another ride on the log but it was time to leave.
23rd & 26th Dec 2008
The next day, WE WENT TO DREAMWORLD THEME PARK! My favourite rides were the WipeOut, it swings and spins us upside down! My 2nd favourite is THE CLAW, it swings us like a giant swing but it can swing really high, so high that the sun shine very brightly onto my face! When I look down…ARGHHHHH!!! We played till the theme park is about to close. We drove back to our cozy hotel room for a good rest.
22nd – 26th Dec 2008
Our hotel (Holiday Inn, Surfer Paradise) was extremely neat, tidy, clean and beautiful! The bed was bouncy and soft. There was a balcony and a flatscreen TV! The funny thing with the room setup was the window in the bathroom/toilet which you can see thru the bedroom. We can see our family taking a shower from the bedroom!
The first night we went out for dinner, we passed by a shop, not …only…a…shop…BUT A HAUNTED HOUSE SHOP! I quickly hugged my mother, covered my ears and shut my eyes until I passed by the HAUNTED HOUSE SHOP. We went to Hard Rock Café, the food was DELICIOUS. I could smell roasted chicken…..french fries..AHHHHHH…..when my food arrived, I gobbled almost everything up but then I had tummyachne. OUCH! We went back to our hotel and I rushed to the toilet, shut the door and POOOP! I did it! I felt much better after that.
21st Dec 2008 (Beerwah, Queensland)
I saw a lot of animals.
I saw tigers and elephants.
I patted a koala, kangaroo and a wombat.
I took an animal tea cup ride in the zoo.
I had fun at the zoo!
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