Showing posts with label Island. Show all posts
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Layang Layang Island



Malaysia might have some 3,000 islands (estimates only) around the waters. But if in comparison with over 7.100 in the Philippines and more than 13,500 in Indonesia, it is only a small amount.
Most of the islands, there is no penhuninya and perhaps also, there will be those who want to live there, unless you have to, or ship stranded there. While many of these islands we've never heard of this name, such as Omadai Pu, Pu Patuk, Dark Pu, Pu Kulapuan, Pu Sabangkat and so on, but to the local people.

But there are also some very famous island, such as the White Stone Pu, Pu Sipadan and Ligitan while Pu Pu Pu Langkawi and Tioman. Pulau Layang-Layang (PLL) that I visit is also, one of the island is quite famous as well, especially those living in Sabah or scuba diving enthusiasts. It is located in the South China Sea, about 300 km North West of Kota Kinabalu.

Layang Layang Island, the original name was "Swallow Reef", or Reef Layang Layang. First time I get there in the 80s, and did not get a chance to land, at that time also there is no resort and the airport there.

In 2001, satelah leave services, while on vacation I had the opportunity to work for two weeks on this man-made island, while supervising the work of a company in the waters. If ever I get there by boat, which took 12 hours, now travels only two hours by plane from Kota Kinabalu ..

Because there is only one resort there, the resort has been my home for two weeks. Tidor eat and work, as well as peace of mind there's only island in the middle of the South China Sea.

Because not interested in diving berscuba (hesitate to open private parts), as well as limited time and purpose to go there to work, not be able to enjoy the natural beauty of the underwater beauty products touted it.

Tranquility during your stay, may only be stopped when it is time to pay the bill after completion of holiday accommodation

Bidong Island


"Back to Pulau Bidong make me remembered of the past where once again how lucky we are able to weather a long and tiring journey in a leaky boat sebuat over 10.5 meters that accommodate 61 people displaced by the war. Still I imagined a Malay man gloves and dark fabric that we found in the ocean gave us food and drink for the journey. They are heroes and angels in my heart. I will never forget his face in life. In my visit this time to remind me how good hospitality extended to us at the time of this island. That is a very wonderful feeling to be remembered for life on the island which houses sementaraku "- Daniel Nguyen

That is the expression of the heart of a Vietnam war refugees after re-visit the island once the home and haven for him at one time. An island that gives so much hope and expectations for their future.
Name Bidong Island not satiated other islands in Terengganu, but it is rich in heritage and historic war refugees from Vietnam when Vietnam invaded by the United States in 1975. Naturally, this historical remains and dipeliharan maintained properly. This is because, most of the former refugees returning to the island to see and relive the bittersweet memory that they ever had for occupying the island. Not least is that come here just to visit the tombs of family members, relatives and friends who breathed their last breath here.

History of Vietnam war refugees coming to this island began around the year 1975 where the first boat that landed here with 47 refugees. After from the boat after the boat arrived at the island to reach the figure 250,000 refugees over the years 1975 to 1991. The island was officially opened as a refugee camp on August 8, 1978. Basically Bidong Island can accommodate around 4,500 people displaced, but never in this island state have deposited nearly 40,000 refugees at any one time. . I personally can not imagine the mood. Why Bidong Island was also known as Saigon Mini.

Remnants such as schools, homes, churches, temples already looking increasingly frail in feeding time. After the island is covered with the official Vietnam war refugee camp on October 30, 1991, the island was left unattended and the place where the local fishermen to take shelter from waves or storms while at sea.

I set foot on the island for the first time in 2007 with the aim to take portraits of refugees remains of Vietnam. At that time, a long wooden pier still exist but unfortunately it is not used anymore and, most of the buildings also have started to fall. The surrounding area is covered with trees and shrubbery. Inside it was still there the remains of water tanks is larger to accommodate the needs of the refugees at the time. Several monuments or memorials have been erected by the refugees to remember his deeds good and Malaysians working in the island. We will also be able to see hundreds of cement plates written the names of refugees. I myself was not sure that the names of those who had died or the names of those who have lived on this island.

My last visit to this island is in the middle of 2009. When the construction of jetties to facilitate visitors to the island are underway and have now completed. State Government has decided that no development chalets or resorts on the island for tourism purposes that treasure is preserved remains of war refugees. However I feel the efforts of the authorities is necessary to oversee and develop the island to attract more tourists to come visit and see for themselves the atmosphere. Facilities such as toilets and a rest area, walking trails and a host of other better be prepared. May also be created mini museum for displaying photographs or documents memorial can provide information to visitors about the history of this island.

To reach the island, you have to take a boat from the jetty Merang where it is located about 39 kilometers from the city of Kuala Terengganu.Perkhidmatan boats for rent are available here. Boat rental prices usually offered up to RM500.00 for the return journey speed boat which can accommodate around 10 passengers. In one corner of this island Research Station is situated Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) to carry out research on marine biology and so on. To date, more Bidong Island under water world famous among scuba divers compared with historical values ​​that exist on the island.

Information:

To get a boat to Pulau Bidong services you can contact Brother Zul (Norul Boat Services) at 019-9852259
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Trip To Lang Tengah Island

9.30pm - Depart from Serendah Terengganu.Jangan forget to start with a prayer journey ... amin.Singgah some place for the final preparations there. The trip takes 8jam expected to reach Merang Jetty, Kuala Terengganu 2:30 am arrival in Bukittinggi, feel quickly reached for Abah driving at full speed. seem not many cars along the highway from Karak to Aurangabad. We had planned to stop at Meratau Inn, Region brother Kak Nun family accommodation which has embarked on a journey today. Not wanting to disturb their sleep, so we slept in rest areas around the coast region brother. Turtle cry Who would know .... Our 5.30pagi Roaming Inn for prayer and having a bath before proceeding to Kuala Terengganu. 8 JUN 2010 6:45 we start the journey. Stop over breakfast at a roadside stall to fill the stomach before proceeding. Travel fun while watching the beauty of the beach. Subhanallah. 9.30 Arrive at Pier Merang, Kuala Terengganu.memandangkan all boat business was managed by the owner Langsari Resort, Ms. Halimah. We do not have to wait long.
We Continue to speed up the Boat. All are excited to raise our boat. When the boat it began to glide Imtiyaz'm scared. Were asking me when to come. Increased suspense when the boat is far left land. Boat sea driven fallen motorcyclist this tendency to exaggerate it began trekking waves. Scared but also fun. All enjoy. Bismiilahi majreeha wa mursaaha, amen. Tawakkaltu A'lallah. 10:30 am we arrived at Langsari Resort, Pulau Lang Tengah. Our accommodation 3D2N sponsored by resort owner, Ms. Halima Brahim friends brother (the powerful Tourism Malaysia). We just need to pay RM650.00 (2 adults 3kanak children) to eat including barbecue, boat and sea snorkerling. definitely worth it-Baloi. Thank you Ms. Halimah. Alhamdulillah Lang Tengah Island beach beauty untouched. Dah dah ready to eat all I'm anxious to go to sea. First outing on the beach. Then we have just the bestnya Mandiiii .... see fish swimming-pool beside our feet. DAY TWO: 9 JUN 2010 Our family would go out for snorkeling around the coast of the island. All will experience the look and feed the fish up close. Excited .... We missed the area. There are many fish that come round about us. Everything not miss the opportunity. Imtiyaz even feel like see also my fish, dive and he was very happy to see so many fish came up to him. Wajdi and Kiki long wanted to be in the sea but because of our fear of floating just makes them feel less confident. Qayyim pulak shocked by the presence of large fish triggerfish / Jebung that come right into his face. The Jebung naughty finger biting Pak Brahim long because he wants to grab the bread in his hand. Umi also feel nervous while trying mengacah.Banyak Jebung fish trevally fish also a raid towards us to get our Gardenia carry. Experience at sea is very enjoyable.
In having the courage to place our discontent. What's more, we continue this around the beach resort. Are too brave to swim far to the middle. 'm Confident ... All'm exhausted. Asleep while waiting for the barbecue. Done barbeque we enjoyed the roar of waves crashing sonority to the beach. It relaxes the mind. Away from the hustle and bustle of work. THIRD DAY 10 JUN 2010 Preparing to go home. Lebatnya.Seolah rains if not let us go home. We had to postpone the trip because the boat could not come. Patience. Record last memories Langsari Resort, Pulau Lang Tengah. Next we are going to the island destination where????? ....... Tioman? daddy is there a way? Okay? Next project.
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FAMILY VACATION IN KAPAS ISLAND


Difficult to describe the excitement felt by the members of Rajasthan PAPISMA who has spent a holiday to Pulau Kapas, Marang, Terengganu on June 1 to 2 today. The program was originally planned for Family Day Terengganu PAPISMA, but since many obstacles faced by other members, this program finally become a Family Vacation Program PAPISMA Rajasthan. If we always called Family Day EFDI, so it is best we call AWARE Family Vacation. Unlike EFDI, AWARE is a very relaxed program. No specific program planned by the organizers. It is a program of relaxing the mind.advocate any  unnecessary stress with various preparations, participants already unnecessary stress due to the move.

We departed after Friday prayers. Arriving at Marang Jetty, at 2.30 pm, MGH Kapas Coral Beach boat was waiting. We continue begegas find parking place amid an already full parking lot.  school holidays prompted many travelers to fill their vacation to participate to the same destination.

We left about Marang jetty at 2.40 pm. Boats are tight with modest move passengers leave the jetty leading to Kapas Island, a distance of about 6.5 km. The journey takes about 20 minutes.


At about 3 pm, we landed in front of Aunt Fat Beach Resort, but we rent in Kapas Coral Beach Resort is located right next door. No there as a naval jetty very mild. The passengers down with the help of wooden stairs that can be moved back and forth. This causes no interference resort area piers. It is harmony with nature ...


Not far play and swim in the beach sand ramps, various beach activities available such as kayaking (Canoe), snorkeling and beach games like volleyball. Of course, this opportunity is not released  by the participants, especially the father. Difficult to find a sloping beach area and small waves like this. Sea water was very clean and not too salty as well as fine sand.

Rent a kayak is 15.00 per hour. Kayak can be picked up as many as two adults and one child. But who was used for kayaking, 3  even adults can take as long as no reverse.

For mothers who do not want to play, they may watch their children play with calm water because there was nothing to worry about the risk of sinking and violent waves.


The second day began with calm. Although last night we were hit by the storm for about 10 minutes and drizzle, but nothing untoward happened. Only trash baskets and hurled wet coats lying on the ground. Today's schedule provided by the resort are snorkeling.

Looks very peaceful morning atmosphere. Soft wind from the sea meets fresh air caressing the hills of the island dwellers with soft and comfortable. Of course this is a dream of living conditions of the citizens to restore peace of mind after months of struggling with work and responsibility.

This morning the sun was causing climate cloud cloudy cold and quite long. Fit enough to play in the sea.

Exactly at 9.00 am we gathered on the beach for snorkeling follow. A while ago a briefing was given. This activity will be carried out at other beaches. At the opposite side of the hill. For those who do not want bersenorkeling, they can wait on the beach alone. Place reserved for snorkeling is a quiet area and there is no interference passing boats. Therefore, all participants will be SENSITIVE time to participate. Payment for equipment rental is RM25.00 per person. But price is only RM15.00 including a package. Everything for 2 hours.

Life on the sea coast here is very beautiful. Not reflected by the word. We always see articles on television about life at sea. Seaweeds colorful, coral in varying forms and colors, hundreds of pretty little fish types with various patterns and colors, sea rocks formed and organized as a park, oysters that are cracked and made
playing and chasing fish place, a few pieces of jellyfish that always followed harmless ... and many more wonderful sights that can be seen all 'live'. It is interesting and exciting.

Time to return has arrived. The sun was visible cause relatively warm climate and dazzling beaches. If this point is still soaking in water, the skin certainly will 'burn' and take a week to ten days to recover. Although we have not been up to two hours here, but we have to go back because of these factors.


Lunch precisely at 12.00 pm. Check-out time is also at the same time. All items we carry our jewelry and collect outside their rooms. Only one room is allowed to be used until the boats are expected to arrive at about 2 pm. This is because the prayer is still under construction. So the room can be used for prayer.

Food at the resort is very satisfactory in terms of taste. So delicious and appetizing. From the dinner menu, breakfast to the lunch menu. Simple but feel that attract memory. Style favorite dishes Chef Master Chef Joe in Malaysia ..


After supper and prayers of Zuhr, all gathered at our place next Tuesday. They each tell their experiences. There is discontent. But what could have to return anything. God willing, in other instances, the assessment of the participants this time are determined to spend more time to program or SENSITIVE EFDI larger in the future here.

Boat this afternoon quite late because some drivers. We departed at about 3:45 pm and arrived safely in Marang Jetty at 4:05 pm.


Alhamdulillah. After 24 hours the participants SENSITIVE PAPISMA Rajasthan in Pulau Kapas, finally ending their holiday by bringing back a thousand memories. Although only four families involved with the total of 21 people including the little ones still do not understand anything, but this time the assessment is successful pioneering SENSITIVE larger in the future. The choice of destination moderate challenge is a right because it is a new experience for PAPISMA Rajasthan. It is also a 'world' of new rarely explored together. Program relaxing and not burden the organizers also very comfortable to be used as a regular program for every week unwind after a fight with the people in PAPISMA SMART program. Hopefully we will come together for the assessment ...

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Honeymoon in Perhentian Island


Honeymoon on the island is a moment of rest that can be reminiscent of a new pair berkahwin.Tambahan about if you take a holiday package to the island as a stopover for the first time come to be structured sana.Segala your travel so that you can enjoy the beauty of nature created by God.

Stops Island is a beautiful island in the State Terengganu.Kawasan available land close to the Perhentian Islands is at a distance of Besut is far 25KM.Dari Here you can choose to normal boat or speed boat to take you to Pulau Perhentian.

Perhentian Besar and Hampi

The island got its name as the temporary stopover before returning kenegaranya.Pulau government is divided into two large islands and island stop stop small

Small Perhentian Island

Small stop island located west besar.Kawasan stop is perfectly suited for a select vacation packages to the island with the rest of the budget rendah.Terdapat two places here in the small island of stops and Aur Gulf Coast Panjang.Dengan unspoiled natural beauty, you can feel the serenity of nature.

Chalet available here are very reasonable in price is mostly starting from RM40.Antara chalets and resort is as Mira Beach, Maya Chalets, Bubu Long Beach, Cempaka, Panorama and more as an option for your stay.

Perhentian Besar.

The island is still protected because most of the area is uninhabited and developed to preserve the beauty of flora and fauna on the island famous ini.Terdapat two areas here, which has a bay in the Gulf area and curved and Main Beach is located on the west coast this.

Among Chalet available in Pulau Perhentian Besar is like Perhentian Island Resort, New Cocohut Chalet, Tuna Bay Island Resort, Ocean beach chalet is well suited for a family vacation.

Activities in the Vacation Packages to Pulau Perhentian.

For those who want to appreciate the beauty of the ocean floor, you can take a holiday package that offers all snorkelling and scuba activities diving.Bagi there snorkelling package 5 attractive destination for them to try, which was between snicker bay, Lighthouse (an area with a bottomless pit), Romantic Beach, Turtle Point (can see turtles swimming) and Shark Point (baby sharks swim).

Redang Island


Introduction

Redang Island is located off the coast of Terengganu. It is one of the islands have beautiful beaches in the world. Various sea creatures ordinary and extraordinary can be seen here. Marine Park (Marine Park) it became tourists around the world. Too bad if the local people do not enjoy the advantages of home. The journey takes about 45 minutes by speedboat from the jetty Merang beach. Merang beach is located about 40 km north of Kuala Terengganu beach down the road.

As Langkawi in Kedah, Pulau Redang is a group of islands large and small. One of these islands is the Marine Park (Marine Park) which is a tourist around the world.

Activities

Snorkeling is very popular here. And shallow sloping beaches. Clean white sand. Jerneh waters. You do not have to go far to see a wide variety of marine life, shapes and colors. Our fish are very tame as preserved. They will approach you with just a few pieces of bread and biscuits scattering on the surface. You do not need to know how to swim for snorkeling because it happened on the beach at the border bounded by the buoy chain. This boundary marks placed by the Marine Department to protect snorkelers from boat collided commute from island to island or water scooters or water skiing. In conclusion snorkeling is an activity that is secure, easy and suitable for all ages. Snorkeling equipment provided by the tour operator and is often included in the tour package.

Another popular activity here is scuba diving (scuba diving).
If snorkeling is not necessary experience and is suitable for children, scuba diving is only for those who are trained. Equipment including special clothing, gas jar of oxygen, boats and drivers must be rented. Equipment rental facilities are available at Marine Park and other resorts. This activity is popular among foreign tourists.

Other water sports such as water skiing, water scooters provided by operating resorts in Redang island. Motorized water sports are not allowed in the Marine Park feared damaging marine life such as fish and coral reefs exotik. Beach volleyball courts can be seen along the coast, where there are resorts.

Camping groups also organized but now dwindling. Refer to the tour operator.

Marine Parks are protected areas. Tourists were forbidden to carry out all types of marine life from the area. On my days here sebuat armed navy boat looks patrol security control Redang island. In addition to the threat of piracy, there are also boats illegally fishing in this area. We congratulate our navy!

No fee is charged to enter the Marine Park. I think it is part of the boat fare.

Expensive to pi want Redang Island?

Round-trip boat fare (Merang Jetty - Redang Island - Pier Merang) about RM50-RM60.
Package valued at RM150 per person (minimum 15-20 people) can be negotiated outside the peak season (peak season). This package includes round-trip boat fare, lunch, a visit to the Marine Park and a number of attractive beaches.

Taxi fares from Kuala Terengganu Airport to Pier Merang about RM60 one way.
Taxi fare for a taxi from the bus station in the heart of Kuala Terengganu to about RM35 Merang Jetty.
--- The bus fare is not known!

Pi, how to get there?

There are several modes of transportation to go to Redang Island.

Aircraft:
Malaysia Airlines and Air Asia have direct flights from KLIA to Kuala Terengganu. From KT you can take a taxi to Merang Beach Pier.

Driving:
If you are from Kuala Lumpur, you will traverse the city of advance. Follow the directional signs to Kota Bharu. After crossing the bridge merintasi Sultan Mahmud of Terengganu River, you will come to a circle (better known Set as stone circle 6). Follow the directions to Stone Raft and Puller. Distance from KT to Merang Beach pier about 40 km.
If you are from Kota Bharu, Kelantan, turn left onto Queen City. Follow the directional signs to the pier Pulau Redang (do not confuse with the jetty to Perhentian Island in Kuala Besut!)

Note: If driving follow the speed limit. Do not become a statistic drp accident.

Arriving at the jetty Merang, you have to take a boat to Pulau Redang. Speed ​​boat takes about 45 minutes. Most boats leave to go early in the morning and early afternoon bali because often rough seas in the afternoon. Merang Jetty does not have many amenities and is very busy in the summer holidays (general or school). If you drive up to the pier, the car can be kept here until some time with a small fee (kinds Kuala Kedah or Kuala Perlis to Langkawi). There was a gated area and security guards. By day and car payments. I'm not sure how Rs.

To dock where?

When you call Redang, people will refer to the Marine Park or Marine Park. No other interesting places around Redang if you are not a fan of water sports. Often a trip to Redang is day trip (day trip). Tourists will come in the morning and return in the afternoon and most packages so. If you want to stay longer, a lot of chalet resort till 5 star hotel. Among Laguna Redang Resort and Berjaya Redang Resort. Berjaya Redang Resort has its own airport for a direct flight from KLIA. If you prefer, you can also stay on the mainland in Kuala Terengganu, Stone Raft and Merang. Many of accommodation such as International Park Inn, Hotel Grand Continental, Hotel Seri Malaysia (all in KT) and Gem Beach Resort (in Stone Raft). Silk Beach Resort is located in Merang. Refer to the website of hotels and facilities on the rates.


Other articles Redang

A little history.
Historically, this Marine Park uninhabited but due to the rapid development of the tourism industry, the island's original inhabitants have moved in a special place complete with community facilities. Site of the old cemetery at Marine Park can be seen clearly. A local tour guide told me that this grave is no longer used now. Local residents who had moved to the nearby island will visit the cemetery at the Marine Park on the day-to-day Islamic greatness as Eid ul-Fitr and Adha.

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