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Originally Posted by opushomes
(Post 9469344)
The resort on the Island (Manukan Island Resort) is a Sutera resort. www.tripadvisor.com has bad reviews. My feeling since it is a Sutera property is that they are probably correct. One can take a day trip there-approximately 20-30 minute boat trip and come back to KK for the night. Will probably take a day trip!thanks
Here is the web-site for the Tanjung Aru. http://www.shangri-la.com/en/propert...resort/details Since you usually do as we do and eat breakfast, perhaps a snack and dinner here is a trick to cut your breakfast cost in half. Sign up for Shangri-la's Golden Circle should you decide to stay at either of the two Shangri-la properties. One of the benefits is half price breakfast. Breakfast buffet will last you through the day. If I recall correctly, it ran something like $US28 per person, so a $28 savings per day just for requesting the free card. [email protected]. I would e-mail them and tell them that you expect to have a few stays in the coming year; technically you need 2 different hotels, but they seem to ignore the requirement. There are also applications in the lobby, but I do not know if they will honor them at the time of sign-up. thanks for the info, but when I checked, even the cheapest rate for each SL I checked uncluded buffet breakfast; I might sign up anyway though. I find that the humidity in KK is not excessive. It is on the coast, thus getting sea breezes. " I hope they will treat us well." (Hilton KL) Everyone who I know who has stayed there tells the same tale. I'm sure they will. Great! "Didn't know that, but Berlin is high on my list!" The tropical island is off the Autobahn Berlin-Dresden about 60km south of Berlin. The building is extremely obvious even though it is approximately 5km off the autobahn. It is gigantic. It was a great place for a WC break on the way to Berlin since the toiletten are on the free side of the facility. Best wishes on a great trip. Chao. Thanks again! |
Originally Posted by MACH81
(Post 9432372)
Thanks for the links.
The most important thing for us in this trip is to avoid rain as much as possible. Anyone with first hand experience on the resorts in Perhentian and Redang? I have also stayed that KL Hilton. Had a 1 bedroom suite that was huge. 2 LCD TV's, LCD TV in the very large bathroom and very nice living room area. Would definitely stay there again. http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Rev...an_Pahang.html |
Originally Posted by aSiAnRiCk
(Post 9472723)
Are you into diving or snorkeling?
If so, you should consider Manado instead of Bali. They're both in Indonesia but you did say you've been to DPS before. Manado is located in North Sulawesi. http://www.visit-manado.com/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manado |
Originally Posted by SaigonCyclo
(Post 9473099)
I really enjoyed JapaMala on Tioman Island. Nice, secluded place to hang out with the GF (unfortunately, their website was down when I tried it today). But here are a few reviews from Trip Advisor.
I have also stayed that KL Hilton. Had a 1 bedroom suite that was huge. 2 LCD TV's, LCD TV in the very large bathroom and very nice living room area. Would definitely stay there again. http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Rev...an_Pahang.html |
Originally Posted by MACH81
(Post 9473630)
Thanks for the tip. Is there a cheap way to get there? Air Asia doens't fly there.
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Originally Posted by aSiAnRiCk
(Post 9473914)
I believe Silk Air (LCC of SQ) fly there but you have to go via SIN.
While the diving in Bunaken (Manado) is indeed spectacular, the problem for non-divers is that there is absolutely nothing else to do. Most of the islands are covered in mangroves, so many resorts don't even have beaches, and there's virtually nothing in the way of nightlife, good restaurants, cultural attractions, sports other than diving, etc. |
Thanks for claryfing this. the lack of cheap transportation options and activities besides diving won't cut it for us.
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Malaysia holiday for 3 adults and 2 young children?
Great topic and almost on point for me too!
I am looking into a 2 week holiday trip for the family. We are 3 adults and 2 young children (7 & 5 yo). I will be using *Wood points for accomodations and we prefer to fly on a 1World carrier since the Mrs. and I are both PLT with American. We are definitely looking for a beach resort property b/c the kids pretty much want to play on the beach & pool all day long. The Mrs. & I would be able to sneak away during the day to sightsee and go scuba diving as we have taken care of child care. We are considering flying into KUL and then maybe spending a couple of days in KUL to see the sights. The Mrs. is pretty hesitant about Malaysia since it is such a long flight for us, especially with the youngin's but I am trying to convince her that the trip won't be that bad and worth the long haul and so I am constrained on how much flying/airport time we can handle. The Sheraton & Westin Langkawi seem pretty nice. How difficult is it to get to Langkawi from KUL and what are my best options? Thanks for everyone's help! Onedog |
Langkawi
Originally Posted by onedog
(Post 9521646)
The Sheraton & Westin Langkawi seem pretty nice. How difficult is it to get to Langkawi from KUL and what are my best options?
If you are doing such a long trip to come over, maybe worth considering The Datai (or The Andaman) which are set in the rain forests. I am not a fan of the Sheraton Langkawi, and while the Westin Langkawi has nice rooms the beach is nothing to shout about. |
Originally Posted by jpatokal
(Post 9479329)
SilkAir is SQ's regional full-service carrier and most definitely not an LCC. Alas, they're also the only airline with international connections to Manado, so your only other option for getting there is to transit via Jakarta or Denpasar. It's also considerably further away from SIN than Malaysia, SIN-MDO direct is over 3 hours and detouring via CGK pushes the flight time alone up to almost 6.
While the diving in Bunaken (Manado) is indeed spectacular, the problem for non-divers is that there is absolutely nothing else to do. Most of the islands are covered in mangroves, so many resorts don't even have beaches, and there's virtually nothing in the way of nightlife, good restaurants, cultural attractions, sports other than diving, etc. I've always thought that SilkAir is the LCC version of SQ but perhaps they're cheaper due to the regional routes that they fly. And yes I did mention for him to go to Manado if he's into driving/snorkeling. Though I'm sure there are more things to do/visit there than what you made it seem to be ;) |
If you are doing such a long trip to come over, maybe worth considering The Datai (or The Andaman) which are set in the rain forests. I am not a fan of the Sheraton Langkawi, and while the Westin Langkawi has nice rooms the beach is nothing to shout about. - Michael |
Originally Posted by mario33
(Post 9521666)
There are easily 10-20 flights each day from KUL which takes no more than 1hr.
Originally Posted by mario33
(Post 9521666)
If you are doing such a long trip to come over, maybe worth considering The Datai (or The Andaman) which are set in the rain forests. I am not a fan of the Sheraton Langkawi, and while the Westin Langkawi has nice rooms the beach is nothing to shout about.
Thanks for the continued help. Onedog |
Originally Posted by onedog
(Post 9523347)
Are there direct flights from Hong Kong?
Originally Posted by onedog
(Post 9523347)
I think we are pretty much stuck with staying at a *wood property.
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Maybe we have a plan! A coupla days in KL, 2 days in Cambogia (REP) then off to KK for 5 days (1 nt LM and 4 nts at Shangri-la TA), then PEN for one nigh thinking about the G Hotel, anyone has an idea about this hotel? Recommendations for Siem Reap? We could splurge at the top hotels, but we feel it'll be a waste as we will be sightseeing and we are leaning towards LM. Restaurant recommendations for all destinations? Thanks
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Some comments
REP: Siem Reap has a large number of hotels for a place of its size, and in all price categories. I stayed at Auberge Mont Royal 3 years ago for about the same price currently offered. It was basic and fine for what it was.
http://www.asiarooms.com/cambodia/si...ont_royal.html Unless things have changed, there are no 2 day passes to Angkor, only 1 and 3 days. Be sure to bring a picture of each of you for the pass since it is laminated into the pass. My recommendation for a KK restaurant is "Port View" It is located on the harbor front across from the LM. Prices are somewhat high for Borneo, but much less than you will pay in much of the Western World including Singapore. When you enter, you will see the tanks on the right of the entryway. Ask any of the ladies for pricing and preparation style. The restaurant touts itself as Chinese seafood, but one can get a number on preparations if you know what you want. Seafood is priced by the kilo and they will tell you if there is a minimum weight required. Price includes the preparation that you request. There are other restaurants around the city; I'm sure that the conceirge at the Tanjung Anu can provide recommendations. The dinner buffet at Rasa Ria was expensive, expansive and good so I'm sure that the other property's will be as well. Frankly, if you are into them, buffets at most higher end hotels in Asia, and even many lesser ones, are really good. Please remember that sanitary standards in Malaysia are normally quite good. I cannot say the same for Cambodia. A picture of Port View's seafood tanks that someone posted is here. http://flickr.com/photos/25230080@N02/2410545019/ KK restaurant reviews. http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel...a_Kinabalu-BR- Try www.google.com for other recommendations. |
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