Monday, November 4, 2013

#3 Legoland, Johor, Malaysia





Your children feel bored? Want try new experience? The best place that you should choose!!


Which child does not dream of becoming a knight, an explorer, a test driver or a pilot and entering into a fascinating world of adventure? At LEGOLAND® Malaysia, children can slip into the roles of their heroes and do things that normally only the grown-ups are allowed to do – like taking their first driving test, competing in a jousting tournament, jetskiing across the water at breakneck speed, or designing and programming LEGO® robots. It takes twelve hours just to ride on all the LEGOLAND attractions, watch all the shows and 4D films and take part in all the workshops – and that is just the actual ride and performance time.



LEGOLAND Malaysia, which opened to the public on 15th September 2012, is the sixth LEGOLAND to be built in the world and the very first in Asia. Designed for families with children between the ages of 2 and 12, LEGOLAND Malaysia features more than 40 interactive rides, shows and attractions. LEGOLAND Parks are based on the universally popular LEGO building toy and offer families the opportunity to push the boundaries of their imaginations and creativity, and have fun while learning, all while enjoying hands-on, interactive experiences. Families are immersed in a unique mix of child powered rides, building challenges, spectacular LEGO models, family-friendly coasters and shows that pull the audience into the action.

Other LEGOLAND theme parks across the world are situated in Denmark, the United Kingdom, Germany and the USA (California and Florida). There are LEGOLAND Hotels in the Parks in Denmark and the UK; with a hotel scheduled to open in California in 2013. LEGOLAND Malaysia family theme park is owned by Themed Attractions and Resorts Sdn Bhd (TAR), Iskandar Investment Berhad (IIB) and Merlin Entertainments Group. The Park is operated by Merlin Entertainments, the world’s second largest visitor attraction operator.

LEGOLAND Malaysia has seven themed areas of attractions for all ages such as The Beginning, LEGO® Technic, LEGO Kingdoms, Imagination, LEGO City, Land of Adventure and MINILAND. It’s an inspirational land where the children are the heroes. From LEGO experiment centres to rollercoasters, the park is a day-long voyage of discovery for all the family.

  • The centrepiece is MINILAND, where Asian landmarks have been recreated using more than 30 million LEGO bricks. It’s an interactive world on a scale of 1:20, where people, trains and aeroplanes come to life at the touch of a button.
  • LEGOLAND Water Park which can be enjoyed seperately or in combination with the theme park has more than 20 slides and water based attractions and boasts 70 LEGO models. Highlights of this unique LEGO themed water park are:
  • Joker SoakerA fun interactive play structure in the wade pool where children can aim water cannons at one another. But watch out: The huge bucket will pour 350 gallons upon everyone every few minutes.
  • Build-A-RaftA unique concept where children can customize their own raft made from LEGO soft bricks before floating down the lazy river.
  • LEGO Wave PoolFamilies can ride the waves or simply cool off in this wave ppol where swimmers of all ages will enjoy making a splash.



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Ticket price *RM30 Rebate for MyKad/MyKid


Hotel Legoland (Model)
Lego City

Land Of Adventure
Imagination
Miniland
Market Restaurant
Pintu Masuk Legoland Malaysia (Entrance)















Sunday, November 3, 2013

#2 Planning a trip to Australia




I have collected useful travel information you need, including visa , customs, duty-free shopping and insurance .

FLIGHT

Many airlines fly to Australia and the prices are quite different . Therefore, make your own comparison before buying . Consider the length of the flight and any mandatory stopovers . Start by contacting the major airlines or local Aussie Specialist travel agent you .
Transportation to the airport. All international airports in Australia have regular public transport such as buses , trains and taxis and private vehicles to the city center . The shuttle bus is also available and take you to the property.

CRUISE

Many international cruise ship stopover in Australian cities , and there are opportunities to take excursions inland and then back to the ship or stay longer and fly back after that. Most cruise ship stopover on the Australian coast during the summer months .

VISA
Unless you are an Australian or New Zealand , you need a visa to enter Australia . New Zealand passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Australia . All other passport holders must apply for a visa before leaving your country . You can apply for different types of visas , including tourist visas and working holiday visas , the Australian Consulate nearest you . For more information, visit the website of the Australian Government Visa & Immigration.

CUSTOMS AND QUARANTINE

Australian customs law prohibits you from bringing drugs , steroids, weapons , firearms and protected species in Australia . Some common items such as food , fruits , eggs , meat , plants, seeds , skin and coat fresh or packaged also prohibited. There is no limit on currency but you must declare amounts over $ 10,000. For more information, visit the website of the Australian Government Customs & Quarantine

MEDICINES

The drugs brought into Australia for personal use subject to the control and must be declared on arrival. It is recommended to bring a prescription or a letter from your doctor stating your condition and medications taken . For more information, visit the Medicare Australia website.

VACCINATION

You do not require vaccinations unless you come from , or have visited the country with yellow fever infection , within a period of 6 days before your arrival . Read Australian government fact sheet yellow fever.

INSURANCE

Taking a travel insurance policy that covers theft , loss, accidents and medical problems is highly recommended . If you plan to do extreme sports like scuba diving , bungee jumping, motorcycling, skiing and bushwalking, check that your policy covers you completely. The Australian Government has reciprocal agreements with other countries that include limited subsidized health services for medical care through Medicare . For more information, visit the Medicare Australia website.

CUSTOMS

  • Useful travel tips

Currency , communication , health and safety and shopping are all important aspects of planning your trip to Australia . If you have a disability or are traveling with someone who has special needs , you should also know about the facilities offered . 

  • Australian climate

Australia's climate varies across the continent, from topika warm and comfortable down the snowy north to south . Our season against the winter in the northern hemisphere . Between December and February is summer in most areas of Australia , and the wet season in the tropical north. Australian winter from June to August is generally mild, but offers snow in the southern mountain regions and dry and bright day in the northern states . It is important to protect yourself from the Australian sun with a hat, shirt and sunscreen SPF30 + . For more information, visit the website of the Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
time zone

Australia has three time zones : Eastern Standard Time ( EST ) to the eastern states , Central Standard Time ( CST ) for the Northern Territory and South Australia and Western Standard Time ( WST ) for Western Australia . CST is half an hour behind EST and WST is two hours behind EST .

  • Daylight Saving

Most Australian states wind their clocks forward one hour during Daylight Saving New South Wales , Australian Capital Territory , Victoria , Tasmania and South Australia do this from the beginning of October to early April. Northern Territory , Western Australia and Queensland does not have Daylight Saving