*Sayonara* *Good Bye*

Hello everybody !! There's a Malay saying that "Tak Kenal, Maka Tak Cinta .." Well, we do believe in that . ;') Why we said like that ?? Becauseeeeee ..... like we mentioned in our first entry, none of us have any experience in blogging 'industry' . heeee ... So, at first when En.Hafiz Hanafiah gave this assignment, we felt that it is a waste of time when someone spending their golden and precious time in blogging . LOL . But after few entries, the skeptical thinking of it slowly fade away and suddenly changes to "I LOVE BERBLOGGING" !! :'P hahahahaha .... Hurmmm.. Guess people change right ?? That including us . Well, we would like to take this opportunity to thank En.Hafiz Hanafiah since because of HIM, now we know how to "BerBlogging" . :')  

BLOGGING IS FUN !!!!

We are really hope that this blog is really helpful and meet the criteria of what En.Hafiz Hanafiah wants .  Probably this is going to be the last entry that we make BUT who knows ?? We are planning to continue this blog even though the assessment marks is not taken anymore . hehehehehe .... We'll see how it goes .... If we have  free time then we will write .  That's all for now . Looking forward to continue this blog and hopefully one day this blog will be as famous as Hanis Zalikha's Blog ! *blushing* :') Okaih... Tata ! Bye2 ! WE LOVE YOU ALL . Muahz ! Muahz ! Muahz !

Universal Studios Singapore (USS) Budget Trip

Hewhewhew ... "Watcha Doing ??" :') *quoted by Isabella; Phineas&Ferb's friend* In replying to her question, we decided to make an entry about one of the interesting place to go for those entertainment seekers; UNIVERSAL STUDIOS SINGAPOREEEEE !!!! phewwww.... *relief* :') 


Well, the reason behind why we write about this entry is because one of our group members love THE CARTOON sOoooooo much and a movie addict! (you know who we referring to) :'P Plus, nowadays people are keen to go to this such place because it is family-bonding-oriented and besides it suits for the youngsters to have an independent travelling with their friends (near Malaysia + consider as overseas okeee .)  That is why USS is a perfect place to describe for a sort of tight budget trip planning .  :')  So, sit back, relax and enjoy !!!!

The big globe in front of the entrance gate to USS
*credit image to Asian Attraction*

Basically to apply the budget trip concept to USS, there are two options available which are By Car then charter a bus to enter Singapore OR By Train then go directly to Singapore .  Which one would you choose ??? Here are some advice that you can considerate and according to which you more comfortable with .  But the important thing is ..... BOTH ARE STILL ON BUDGET . :') *wink2* 

OPTION 1:

If you guys taking car as your mean to go to USS, the cost of car petrol from KL to Danga Bay, Johor Bahru is only RM90 for return trip !! But of course, the cost is vary depending on what type of car you drive . :')  Then, don't forget that we have the PLUS toll fare to be paid .....but no worries, it is only cost you for nearly RM88.40 ... Finally, after a very tiring journey, you reach Danga Bay and tadaaaa !!!! From here you have to leave your car there and ride a Odyssey Bus to go inside Singapore which it is also brings you directly to the USS .  The bus ticket and the entrance ticket to USS are not sold separately so you have to pay approximately RM200 per person . Wahh !!! You like it ? You like it ? Us too ... :') 

Use a petrol saving car when planning for a well budget trip.

OPTION 2:

Now, we'll see what if you take train to go to USS and how you can get there ?.. First, from KL you have to go to KL Sentral and take a KTMB train directly to Singapore and reaches the Woodlands CIQ station . It is only cost you RM52 / return trip . After safely arrive at Singopare, you can take a cab to go directly to USS and it only cost you roughly RM70 / return trip plus the cab will drop you in front of USS gateway ! ;')  Lastly, the entrance fee of USS is SGD74 for 1 Day Pass / adult which equals to RM184.29 .. 

KTMB Train to Singapore
*credit image to skyscrapercity forum*

ALTERNATIVES:

Accommodation is necessary for everyone, anywhere because people need to sleep oke ?! *ops,emo* . So, it is depends to you whether you want to go back to Malaysia at end of the day or stay for overnight at any affordable Singapore Hotels after spending a whole day excruciating your energy . :')  It is a choice ..... Or you can stay at any low cost hotel at Johor Bahru .  You will find many reliable street hotels around the town . 

Besides that, if you still have an extra money and you want to see some attractions available at Singapore, you can do so by visit:

• ORCHARD ROAD
• SENTOSA ISLAND
• JURONG BIRD PARK

To show to you that USS is a worth place to invest your money, here are few comments pertaining to it that taken from TripAdvisor:

"USS is a great theme park had so much to offer. all the rides were great. food was reasonable prices and the wait to go on rides was small. i really loved the Transformers Ride (had to wait ages for it tho but it was only just opened when i went) and the Mummy ride."  said Breeanna F. 

"Went from KL to Singapore for the day ...Just to visit Universal Stuidos! It's 1000% worth it! I've been to Orlando back in 2001 ..So very familiar with Universal Studios ...But Singapore Park is SIMPLY AMAZING! The attractions are SIMPLY AMAZING! The layout, the crowd, the decor, the service, the security, the cleanness" .. 
said Elyes B.

From here, we know that USS can be categorized as an entertainment place that can serve different kind of market segments . Thus, we hope that the information given by us is really helpful the next time you plan to go to USS :')  
SEE YA !!!

Hot Travel Tips!!

Bonjour !!! :') Hey there .. We meet again ! Okay, let's straight to the point ....do you anxious to know what is the HOT TRAVEL TIPS that we're going to share with all of you ??  This is BIG !! Very big ! (self-promo)  hahahaha !!!  For this time entry, we will divide it into two (2) sections .  First is the 'Plan Out What I'll Spend When Travelling' and the second one is 'Packing Light' .  Do scroll until THE END . Tenkiu ! :')

1) PLAN OUT WHAT I'LL SPEND WHEN TRAVELLING
*credit image to BudgetTravel*

How much will my trip cost ??? Arghhh .... The question everyone asks, and the one that has no straight answer . The only answer that we can give you is , only YOU will know when you BUDGET it . But what we can do tell you are the things you should consider when budgeting your trip . :'))

FYI, you need to be aware that trips cost more than just what you spend on the trip . There are Pre-Trip Expenses, Trip Expenses, and those little "Ghost Expenses" that we don't take into account but that could add up quickly and take us out of budget .  Here is a breakdown of the most common expenses :

(i) Pre-Trip Expenses - Among things you need to get before you start your trip .

• Travel Insurance: The price vary depending on the type and extent of insurance you decide to take, the duration, and the place of residence . MSIG Travel is one of the most trusted travel insurance companies among travelers in Malaysia . Before heading out on the road, get a quote to keep your travels safe .

• Transportation: Take into account airplanes, train, coach, taxis, subways, trams, ferry, and other methods of transportation.

• Accommodation: Good motels can start from RM 60 per night and hotels from RM 90 per night . Of course, the prices vary depending on the city you are visiting . Get tips on choosing cheap accommodations  

(ii) Trip Expenses - All the expenses you incur while travelling and   are usually budgeted when you plan your trip.

• Souvenirs: Liked that key chain? That necklace? That t-shirt? and many other stuff ?? Then you don't mind to buy it if you have the money . There is no way to budget accurately for souvenirs since this is something we will not know until we get to the store . Most importantly, the budget depends on your buying trends .

• Foods: A good daily budget for food, you can have your meals at various food court rather than expensive restaurant . 

• Sightseeing: Of course you want to sightseeing and go on tours right?.. You might not be taking tours everyday but its good to have a daily budget . Actually, city passes are good to save money on sightseeing . :')

(iii) Ghost Expenses - This is not meant by when you spend on it, you'll get haunted ! But, the expenses that we don't usually budget accordingly .. 

• Wash Room Fees: Most country nowadays are charging for their public toilet . Obviously !

• Exchange Rate and Fees: When exchanging money to a different currency there is an exchanging rate that is slightly different (below) than the current exchange rate . This difference is considered the exchange place fee . It is always recommended to exchange a large amount of money, but only if you expect to use it . 

• Random Snacks: We always find some random local snacks that we want to try (chocolate, hot dogs) . *nyum-nyum*

2) PACKING LIGHT
*credit image to Travelpod Blog*

Even when you have the "perfect" backpack, you should know how to pack correctly according to your trip . To prevent muscle strain and back pain, it is advisable to pack as little and as light as possible . *do girls can??* heeee ... How much you need to pack for you trip ? Well, it depends on the season and length of your trip . Common sense will dictate this and this is some recommendations to consider :  :'))

• If you're traveling during winter, try packing clothes that can be used in layers . Layering is more effective than carrying that bulky sweater and coat.

• Choose dark or neutral colored clothing . This helps "hide" the stains .

• Roll your clothes into tight tubes . This saves space and reduces wrinkling . (refer picture). 

• Carry a laundry bag in your pack . It will help separate your dirty clothes and keep your clean clothes fresh .

• When writing your packing list, try to reduce things to the minimum . Don't add things just because you think they can come in handy . From experience, most of the time those "handy" things are almost never used, and you ended carrying them all the way . 

• Use airtight bags for your clothes and important stuff . They help reducing the amount of space clothes take and also help protecting everything from getting wet . 

• If possible, try to leave at least 25% of your pack free . You will see that as you spend your time traveling, it will fill up with souvenirs and extra stuff . Of course !! *wink2*

So, this is from us telling all of you about the HOT TRAVEL TIPS, hopefully it can help you to plan your budget wisely and your trip could cost more or less .  Let's hope that it cost less ....... 

Till then ! :')  Merci ~~

Langkawi Island Budget Trip

Why must Langkawi ??? Why not other destinations ?? Why ??!! Why ??!! Whyyyy ??!! Heeeee..... :') (ops ! oveeerrr) *excuse us* Well, the reason why we choose Langkawi is becauseeeee ..... EVERYONE have been to Langkawi isn'it ? Obviously . Don't lie okay . Some of us have went there more than once right ? So, we feel that it may there will be next time that you will go to Langkawi back since as long as Idaman Suri's building is firmly stands, till then people will keep coming . LOL . Who doesn't know Idaman Suri ??? Booooo ... LIAR . Every mummy would come to it even at first she do not plan to buy anything but in the end .... OMG ! *only god knows* :D Okay, enough with description .

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An uncle was walking out from the store while carrying two plastic bags . (that was his first round) heee ..

Basically, this entry will tell anything that you want to know about going to Langkawi Island with little use amount of money ! *wink2* ;] 

Okay ... if depart from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Perlis by Transnasional Bus, the rate is RM42.50 for one-way and it will takes about 7hours including the stop by at RnR and usually the bus will stop at Sungai Perak.

Then, after reach Kuala Perlis Jetty, take ferry to Langkawi (KP-LGK) .  The first boat trip is starts at 8am and the ride will take about 45minutes to 1hour only ... For that it will cost you RM18/way for adult and RM13 for children .

After reach Langkawi Jetty, you can choose whether you want to take a taxi or you want to be independent and more thrill, you can rent a car or motorbike to go to the hotel !  Here is the contact number for renting vehicles, 019-4170007 and speak to Abg. Lan .  We believe that you will get an affordable price when dealing with him because the lowest price when rent an auto Kia Picanto is RM50 per day ! *very,very,very cheap + petrol saving* :')

Eh, Abg. Lan is inside the car ! LOL .

Finally ...the accommodation that we suggest for you to stay is at Sunderland Motel because it is at the center of Pekan Kuah which is easy for you to SHOPPING ! and plus it is worth for you to stay .  Why we said that because it is near with EVERYTHING ! Yes, read our lips, EVERYTHING . Jetty, bank, restaurant, chocolate outlet, perfume shop and many more . You name it . And it only cost you starting from RM65 per night for standard room(twin sharing) .

After having a very long day, your tummy must be busy grumbling sooooooo ..... the best place for you to eat is at 'Restoran Nasi Ayam Pak Ya' because you will have the best chicken rice in Langkawi with a reasonable price; RM4 . The restaurant is near with EE Burger at Jalan Trimula  and to make it easy for you to find with GPS, here is the address "No.85 & 86, Persiaran Mutiara, Pusat Dagangan, Kelana Mas Langkawi, Kedah" .

Pak Ya's Restaurant is always busy with customers from inside and outside Langkawi.

Basically, when in Langkawi there are many places for you to spend your time by doing many activities thus, the expenses is varying and depending on what you do .  We listed among the popular attractions that you should consider to make your trip memorable :

• Langkawi Cable Car
• 'Makam Mahsuri'
• 'Dataran Lang'
• Craft Cultural Complex
• Legend Park
• Langkawi Mangrove Tours
• Langkawi Island Hopping
• Underwater World Langkawi

As in conclusion, (wah, like in final exam) :') Langkawi Island is a good destination for you if you are planning on a budget trip with your friends & relatives .  From the prices that we give, the estimation cost for the whole journey regardless on how many nights that you stay and how much money that you going to spend, the total cost for this return budget trip is approximately RM236 / person / day ! *wallah* :')

That's all for this entry ... for further information, you can ask us by leave your comment . Heeee..... 

Ja, Arigato Gozaimasu ! Sayonara ~~

10 Things Must-Haves When Traveling

Moshi- Moshi !! :') Konichiwa . Hahahahaha ~ We meet again . Okay, since all of us are Tourism Students from Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM), *proud to be in it* O.o .. So we have listed some essential stuff that will help you when travel and stay at foreign country .  Surprisingly, we figure out this things so important and helped us to have a much better journey because certain things it can fit into handbag and portable . :')

(1) SUNGLASSES

Well, everybody knows that our beloved earth has been 'attacked' by our enemy, 'GLOBAL WARMING' ~~ LOLOLO .  Thus, the increasing heat that we felt were getting hotter and hotter plus our precious eyes will also be affected by it . NO !! That is why it is so important to bring your sunglasses anywhere .  Not to mention, obviously it will help you to look like Katy Perry ! (our sis) :')

(2) HAND SANITIZER

When we are traveling, we will always mingle around with everyone and busy touching anything that looks awesome . But ! We does not realized that germs are everywhere and we never notice when we get infected plus the H1N1 flu are nightmares .. :'(  So, we don't want that to be happen right ?  To keep you hands clean from the germs, here comes Hand Sanitizer . :') *smile back*

(3) WET TISSUES

Wet Tissues a.k.a Wet Wipes now are considered as very important because since most countries, in fact malls in Malaysia nowadays are applying the concept of "Dry Toilet", *hurm-hurm* you get me don't you ? :p  LOL .  Hence, this wet tissues will help you to clean your bottom like your mother once did to you . :')  Soooooooo Sweet!!

(4) MULTI PLUG SOCKET

Not every country have the same type and size of adapter so, the International Travel Adaptor is vital to charge your important things like phones and cameras.  Plus it can be use in almost 150 countries and it won't be happen like when we was in Indonesia, for one whole day were looking for this kind of adapter. *lesson for today* :p

(5) CAMERA

Despite what kind of camera that you have, whether DSLR or Digital  Camera as long as you have one to snap every memorable moments that you won't forget when traveling .  Who knows you might like this one restaurant so you take a picture and the next time you may come back, you will remember the restaurant's landmark from your previous picture . :')

(6) A. MEDICATED OIL

(6) B. PANADOL


Both items are use for emergency when you feel not so well.  Everybody knows the use of medicated oil, in case you get stomachache in the middle of the journey. Doesn't matter whether it is "Cap Dua Singa" or "Cap Kapak" (two competitors that have been rivals since ages) :') as long as you comfortable when using it .  As for Panadol, it will help when you have minor pain such as jet lag gives you headache and also act as your temporary pain killer (like people always said) before you buy the correct medicine .

(7) GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS)

Not everybody aware how important GPS is . For instance, you are lost and barely know how to speak foreign language (besides English and Indonesia okay), just find way back by inserting the address in GPS .  Tadaaaaa !!! You're HOME . :')  There is no need for you to buy the big2 maps according to countries anymore . *wasting !* ;p

(8) SNACK

Buahahahahaha ~~ :D This is everyone's favourite ........ SNACK ! Just look at the packaging face . It's like luring us to eat them . LOL . Who never EATS it ?? LIAR . :p  Yes ! Snack is not good . But under some circumstances, actually it will help you in case you didn't get to eat anything before you start your journey . Don't embarrass yourself with grumbling tummy . *shy* Besides that, it also helps you when you cannot find any good restaurant (mostly, HALAL food) . :')

(9) EARPHONE

"Hey ! This one looks like mine ." Faizura mumbling . Hurmmm...like she is the only who one has it *sigh* :p By the way, obviously the reason of having earphone is when you're in the flight or feeling bored in the bus whereby to make your time occupied and as therapy for those who afraid being in plane . Seriously ! LOL . :') But some people doesn't like to hear music so they can replace it with books which means READING ~ heeee ...

(10) FANS

This thing is a MUST especially for one of our group-mates (clearly its FAIZURA) hahahaha !! :D because she is always secrete sweats and produce plenty of it . Pity her ... That's why it is important to have it in handbags because we never know when the sun will shine so bright ... *wah ! poetic us* hahaha .... :') As for other woman who have the same kind of 'problem' ,they might consider this suggestion . :')


Well .... and now we're ready ! Yeahhh !! :D


*Credit to Google Images because most pictures are taken from there*

Beijing Holiday

"I Believe I Can Fly" ~ Yeah ! As promises, we going to share with all of you about holiday in China that one of us have went to as our 1st entry :') .  Well FYI, one of our group member which is MASFAZILLA has worked at Travel Agency before this namely TM Tours & Travel (free publicity......hopefully got commission) LOL.  So, she has gone to various places and we decided to write an entry about BEIJING !!  Are you ready ? 'To Infinity and Beyond !' hahahahahaha :p  The story goes .......

Standing in front of Tienanmen Square

I considered this as a BIG present from my ex-employer. I was very happy she believe in me and give an opportunity to lead a group of 39 people! *shaking plus excited* hee... but at the same time, I was afraid to hold this responsibility because this is my FIRST TIME EVERRRR to go outside from Malaysia.. Luckily, I have very supportive colleague that convinced me to be the TOUR LEADER and Tadaaa!! Officially I becoming like one of them and I promise to do my best for this trip. (perghh! *sweet talking...*)  My trip was on 17 Dec until 22 Dec 2008 and I flew with the winner of World Travel Awards 2011, our FIRST CLASS carrier; Malaysia Airlines ! (wow ! free publicity again ? ) :') 

"Welcome to Beijing. The weather report this morning predicted 0'Celsius today and -4'Celsius at night." said smiling Azmi, My Superb Tour Guide at China ! =)

My Group Members in front of  Forbidden City ! (my favorite place)

On the 1st day, we go straight to Forbidden City .  I've been informed by the tour guide that it was the previous castle that been used by the China Emperor during Ming Dynasty to the end of Qing Dynasty .  There are many historic stories behind this beautiful castle and most interestingly, most box office movies related to the place were being done here ! *hysteria* (I wish I could meet all the actors) LOL . 

Mr. Azmi was giving commentary to our group about Forbidden City and Tienanmen Square . :')

At Large Stone Carving; ramps flanked by stairs that symbolized Emperor greatness . The emperor would be carried in his sedan over the stone carving and was the ONLY person allowed to pass over it . Interesting isn't ? :')

The Acrobatic Show  O.o

Mind Blowing !! I was standing at one of the 7 WONDERS IN THE WORLD; THE GREAT WALL OF CHINA !

This part of the trip was the BEST part EVERRRR because it was my dream to see with my own eyes of how the Great Wall looks like. :') *overwhelmed* I was startled at first but it only last for few seconds . hahaha ... I was impressed and just cannot imagine HOWWW those past people build this wall WITHOUT any modern equipment . *hurm......wondering* 

The Summer Palace; Mr. Azmi told me that this palace was used by the past Emperor during summer season .  That's how it got its name . Obviously ! heee ....

Freeeeeeeeezing !!! (gggrrrr !!)  I was in front of Bird Nest Stadium .

The "Bird Nest Stadium" is the national pride stadium for China at 2008 whereby the Olympic Games was been held here and the opening ceremony as well .  It symbolized "The Healthiness of People" because the Chinese loves to drink 'Bird Nest Soup' and they believe it is good for their health so they built a stadium that looks like a 'Bird Nest' to show the sincerity towards their community .

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Hopefully, you will like our entry this time and find it useful to share with others . *still bragging* heee ... Till the next entry ! Daaaaaaa ..... :')

Our Blog Issue

Hola !!! Greetings from us to anyone who read this .  Well, this is our first entry eeeever in this blogging 'industry' ..  LOL ! None of us have any experience in blogging.  So, if there any lack of something hopefully you will tell us and we're going to improve it . Thanks in advance !  Okay .... The story behind why this blog have been created is because to fulfill our e-tourism course requirement .  Thanks to En. Hafiz Hanafiah (wow ! full name babe) complimentary marks pleaseeeee ~ heee ..  He was the one who introduce to us and told us to be an active members of blogging becauseeeee from this, he will evaluate us and give our final marks ! *God Help Us !!*  So ....please, please, please do help us by giving comments either positive nor negative and what do you think about our blog .

By the way, we're too overwhelmed in explaining this blog till forgot to introduce our group members . Ehem..ehem... *In Emcee Style* "Tadaaaa !!!  Now , we present to you ....... the hottest 'Nenex Kebayans' at Lorong Naluri Sukma (street name of our house) heeee ..... act as our eldest sister, MASFAZILLA KAMAL BAHARIM !! Then we have our best chef in town, NUR FAIRUZ SHAHIRAH AB. JELANI !! and last but not least is our movies addicts that has reached critical stage recently, FAIZA FAIZURA MOHD SAJARI !!"  LOLOLOLOLO .  Enough with drama . Back to reality, basically our blog is about suggestions and tips when travelling on tight budget . It's kind of Budget Trip Blog .... (hope it becomes) and we will highlight anything that related and important when planning for a budget trip.  

* credit image to hostel 247.com *

Well, that's are all about us .... we'll see you in the next entry with lots of new information that you might not know *bragging* . :')  Till then ...... Tata Bye2 !!!!!!