Appreciation Trip to Genting Highlands, July 2013

In just a few hours, I'll be off to Genting for 2 nights. This trip is an appreciation for the N34BukitGasing committee members. 

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To be honest, not a big fan of Genting.. I'd prefer Cameron or Frasers anytime. But looking forward to just chilling and spending time with the rest, and of course the durian ice-cream at Gohtong Jaya!

Phuket with my best friend

Phuket was a blast!

This was my 2^nd visit to Phuket and the first was when I was 9 years old with my parents and some portions of that trip is still vivid in my mind. But my oh my, how Phuket has developed and changed!

Whacky start @ LCCT before our flight. We had to wake up at 3am due to some mistakes made by Expedia regarding our names on our flight.

I loved the fact that I got to visit and explore more of this island with my best friend. It was his first time and we truly do l love exploring new places with him.

A good friend of mine, Ms N was getting married (finally) to her prince and we decided together that we would love to be a part of that special moment and also to catch up with many other ex-colleagues mine, and what more on a beautiful island.

On the first day itself we rented a bike and explored the island for a good 5.5 hours. The wedding was up north near the airport in Nai Yang so we stayed there as well. But on day 1 we literally traveled all the way down south right up till Kata Beach. If any of you know Phuket, you'll know that's quite a journey, especially on a bike but I loved every moment of it.

The one place I wanted to revisit was the cashew nut factory and we managed to. But some goodies back home.

 The cashew nut factory has expanded
and much more touristy now.

Can you spot the cashews
on the tree?

Cashews being extracted thru
a hand machine from their nut

We then continue our journey down south. Rode on the main highways, coastlines and even explored a bit of  Phuket town.

Day 2 was just spend in Nai Yang catching up with friends. I was asked to help coordinate the dinner which I gladly agreed to not only because I absolutely enjoy it but also cos she's a really good friend. 

With the enchanting bride

The groom who's really a 
black man stuck in a Chinese 
body. This is one dude who can dance!!!

Camwhoring before dinner with my love

Dinner & dance was a blast. We had so much fun, we slept at 4am.

Khim & Ellen

Khim & her hubby, Ton

Theresa & Marcus

Day 3 was a struggle in the morning as we planned to visit the biggest waterfalls in Phuket called Bang Pae. We forced ourselves outta bed by 1030am and started making our journey there.

Having no time to grab breakfast at Nai Yang, we decided we'll have our meal at a restaurant we find near the waterfalls, and that was a great decision. Found this gem of a place called Peang Prai Restaurant. This place is a M-U-S-T when you visit Phuket!

Treetop Restaurant, beautiful view and sounds of the gibbons as you enjoy your meal

Mangosteen Salad. Decided to
try something different

Crab Curry! Yes you've seen right, they peel the meat out for you!!!
I had this dish  3 times in 2 days.

We realised that we were really spoilt by the beautiful waterfalls of Malaysia as their biggest there did not impress us. We also noticed that the locals come out to the waterfalls after lunch, unlike Malaysians who go out first thing in the morning. 

We didn't stay long as it got a bit crowded in the afternoon and we were slightly afraid of our belongings so we both took turns to take dips in the water while the other stays with the stuff.

On the way to the waterfalls we passed by a coffee joint called, Monkey Pod  and decided we'll give it a shot on the way back.

Pretty cool place with modern wooden furniture

His

Mine

Mine <3

The ride back from Monkey was one like never before. It started to pour crazy. We took cover under a shade for a bit and continued our journey when the rain subsided only to be welcomed by it 5 minutes later. We decided we'll just ride out in the rain. We were drenched, cold and hurting in some parts with the rain hitting us in full force but it was an unforgettable experience.

On day 4 being our last day, we decided to check out the beach in Nai Yang but waves were too big so we only stayed awhile and adjourned to the resort's pool (there were 3 pools in the resort!!). 

The man has a friend in Phuket so we then got cleaned up and waited for the ride which the friend sent for us. He took us to explore more parts of Phuket town and had our scrumptious Thai lunch at Raya Thai Cuisine. (yes, crab curry again).

The friend owns Flying Hanuman (among many other establishments) so we got to check that place out but unfortunately not enough time to try it out. He also told us that he just purchased an island near Phuket and will be opening another restaurant there as well as some water sports activities by end of the year. Definitely would like to check those out next I'm in Phuket.

Phuket is definitely on my list of places to return to. 

9 days to Phuket

and I can't wait!!!

Looking forward to spending some quality time with the man and hoping to be able to catch beautiful sunsets as gorgeous as this.

Koh Lipe : Sunrise

This is what I will be waking up to in just one week...

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It's been ages..

since I've updated my blog.. So much has happened since..

• I've finished my studies
• In the midst of looking for a job
• Attended a couple of weddings
• Went for a relaxing holiday in Sabah
• Continued with my cross-stitch
• Watched season 1-4 of 24
  
• and just came back from diving in Redang

I'm sure there's much more that happened but I can't seem to remember them now.. lol..

I feel so so tired today.. All I wanna do is SLEEP!!!

Just got back from Redang last night, and it was truly an awesome holiday. I managed to clock 7 dives, which is just superb for me k, cos previously I had so many problems when it came to descending when I dive, but this time I thought I was pretty good hehe. We went to RedangKalong,which in my opinion has one of the best dive masters and instructors. The owner of the place, AB Lee was nice enough to even take us hiking up his favourite spot on our last day there (Pictures attached in the link below).

Just uploaded lotsa different picture onto Facebook.. Some are way overdue.. Check them out!

• Hwee Yen's Birthday
  
• Weng Yan's Affirmation
• Danee's Wedding
• Cell Leaders' Retreat
• Diving in Redang
  

There's still another album that I've yet to upload which is the Sabah trip.. Need to get those photos from Roger/KF first.. hehe..

Do pray along with me as well I look for the right job. There has been one offer so far but I'm still thinking and praying about it. Will update more when I decide.

Okies, enough for today.. Wanna continue uploading some more pics, then catch Final Break, Prison Break on dvd then SLEEP!!!!

Penang

I just got back from Penang yesterday.. Actually more like Butterworth cos we stayed at Uncle Alfie's house.. Attended Danee's wedding on Sat night.. Still find it hard to believe that she's married.. She's still like such a baby to us..

Melissa took us to all the good spots to eat in Butterworth - Pokok Ceri Pasembor, Mee Goreng and Mee Rebus.. a small stall that only opens at night selling Char Kuey Teow.. Satay Rojak buah (this one was just addictive)..

Bought a dvd - Kabhi Kushi Kabhi Gham and we watched it from 1230am to 4am.. It wasn't the first time we were watching it (hmm ok maybe Joel being the exception lol).. So it was really fun as we could remember most of the dialoges.. singing along to the songs.. laughing at the jokes even before it was played.. That was the first night!!

On the second night, after the wedding.. we got back home, changed and headed over to Penang.. Took the ferry and it was really nice.. I have not been on the ferry to Penang in many years.. (It was the first time for Joel, lotsa first for him on this trip lol).. We then drove along Gurney and finally decided to chill at Bukit Ferringhi, at this really secluded spot.. There was a bistro there by the sea.. we chilled there for a couple of hours.. with the waves crashing, under the blanket of sky and stars, with the swaying of the coconut trees.. All us girls wore our heels there cos we didn't know initially where we would be going.. haha.. Had to take off our shoes as we definitely couldn't walk on the sand with them..

After chilling there, we headed over at 330am to Nasi Kandar Beratur (where you literally have to beratur for your nasi kandar).. Hmm I didn't think the food was all that good.. I've tasted better nasi kandar in PJ but the experience was nice..

On this trip as well was the first time I heard my nephew, Jerome say my name.. Ma che teh which stands for Michelle Atteh.. hehe..

So that was the end of my Penang trip.. Short but truly fun and memorable.. Will try to post up pics soon..

One Night Retreat

I'm off to Gua Tempurung for the night for the GT Overseas Retreat..