Category: Travel

Date                   : 8- Aug-2012  – 10-Aug-2012 

Assemble Time    :  6:00am    

Departure  Time  :  6:15am 

Place                        :  Blk 919 Hougang Ave 4 & Jurong East MRT

Charges                   :  $168 – Adult or Child (Twin-Sharing)

Contact                    :  june.choo@yahoo.com.sg

Packages includes:

 – 26 seater Malaysian SVIP aircon coach  (45seater Sin Coach transfer)

 – RM100 Non-negotiable Slots Credit

 – 2 nights hotel accommodation at   First World Hotel Deluxe Room

 – Grand Dinner at Genting International Convention Centre

 – Entertainments & Lucky Draw  (Grand Prizes worth more than RM20,000)

 – 5 meals as per itinerary (2 breakfast /1 lunch /2 dinner) 

 – Group Insurance $10,000 and $500 medical for age 3-70 yrs                      

Day 1 (8/8)  – Sin-Genting (Lunch)

Breakfast at Ayer Hitam (own expenses). Lunch at Seremban Weng Heong Restaurant. After lunch proceed to Genting Highlands. – City of entertainment. Check-in First World Hotel. After check in hotel, free and easy.

Breakfast at hotel (from 7 am – 9.30am).  After breakfast free & easy for own activities.  

6.30pm  Gala Dinner at First World Hotel  International Convention Centre.

Optional Tour (RM 10/pax) 

Cheng Chwee Temple, Strawberry Park, Chocolate Shop. Lunch at Gotong Jaya (own expenses)

Day 3 (10/8) Genting / Sin    

Breakfast at hotel (from 7 am – 9.30am).  Free & easy till time to check out hotel.  Assembly 1130hrs at First World Hotel bus terminal, coach leaving at 1145 hrs.  On the way stopover for local product shop. After dinner, continue journey back to Singapore, estimated arrival time at about 2100hrs, with fond memories of the tour.

Booking and Tour Information

– Full payment upon registration.  Any cancellation will not be refunded

– Coach seating number will be on first-come-first served basis. 

– Minimum 6 months passport validity at date of departure 

EC : June Choo

Ever since the Club started, we have always maintained that all its activities can only be attended by members, and that attendees must be 45 and over.  This rule will continue to be adopted.

However, many SHC members are still young, and may have young children or grandchildren to look after. There are also cases where their brothers and sisters are still young, below 45.  And, of course, there are the grandfathers or grandmothers who are not able to participate in SHC; but from time to time, may want to enjoy a family day, with other grandparents.

The objective of the Family Day is to provide an occasion and place whereby family members get to meet other family members over a 2D1N or 3D2N affair.

1. First, as a rule, we will continue to maintain the over 45 age and events can only be attended by registered members.
2. Second, after some feedback from senior members, I am thinking that we can have a Family day.  This will be held once a year; we can have a committee.  Venue and price will have to be approved, prior to the acceptance of a Family Day.  In principle, the cost should be reasonable and low. Activities will be organised by an organising committee.  Every item or event must be organised by a SHC member, no external individuals or company.
3. Third, the Family day will be open to members of SilverHairsClub, their brothers, sisters, grandfather and grandmother, children and grandchildren.
4. Fourth, where possible, during the Family Day, there should be events for SHC members who come along and want to meet up with other SHC members only.

When I  visited Sentosa last saturday, I realised that there is so much to see and do. It is so near and yet I wonder whether some of us had the opportunity to explore and enjoy all the scenes and activities right here. It will be like a family outing for us.

The itinerary as follows:

3:30pm   Meet at Vivocity Sentosa Station

4:00pm   Take monorail to Beach Station where the Palawan Beach is. Take a stroll down and enjoy the refreshing sea breeze and scenery.

5:00pm   Take monorail to Imbiah Station. At the Merlion Plaza standing at 37 metres high, this half lion. half fish creature is a delight to snap our camera at. There is also an escalator that brings us to the Imbiah Lookout and the Tiger Sky Tower and lots of things to do.

6:00pm   Next, take train to Waterfront Station where Resorts World is. Take in all the amusements here and enjoy the activities at Universal Studio. There is so much to do and take in here too.

7:00pm   Adjourn to the Malaysian Food Street where all the best of Malaysian hawker fares are waiting  to fill our hungry stomachs.

Those who are tired may take a train home after dinner. For others, the free show on the ‘Crane Dance’ starts at 9:00pm and another free show, the ‘Lake of Dreams’ starts at 9:30pm.

Another option available is for us to leisurely stroll back to Vivocity by the Sentosa Boardwalk.

Entry by monorail from Vivocity to Beach Station is $3.00, any other trips by monorail within Sentosa are free.

Are you ready for a day of fun, enjoyment and adventure at Sentosa?

Register here.

1. Dan
2. Boon Liang
3. Gabriella
4. Geok Suan
5. Steven Chan
6. Winnie Tan
7. June Koh
8. Primrose Kok
9. Maria Tan
10. Tan Seok Wah
11. Jane Ong
12. Aaron How
13. Juliet Ong
14. Barbara Lim
15. Alice Low
16. Joan Ang
17. Lydia Chin
18. Angie Ng
19. Anne Chee
20. Ann Lim
21. Irene Poh
22. Hew Lee – (tentative)

EOs, Dan & Boon Liang

Hi All SHCians,

Annie Tan and me is going to watch Concert Live at Stars Genting on 26 June
(Tuesday).

The last Live Concert at Genting Highland we watched was two months
ago. Its seating capacity for 6.000 people at the Arena were all taken
up.

Yes we do also go to the casinos and to the lounge listening to
philipinos band (the three ladies singer’s voice really powerful).

On the second day we book a cap to Chinatown in KL and shop at Petronas
tower.

This time we will leave Singapore on 26 June (Tues) and return 28 June
(Thu)

For two nights accommodations at First World Hotel Deluxe Room (Twin sharing
basis) the cost is S$78.00/pax which also include:

1. Two way coach transfer Singapore – Genting – Singapore by CEO Silver/Gold
Cruise.
   
2. Daily Buffet Breakfast at First World
Cafe

3. One Concert Ticket – 26th June 2012

4. Coach Travel Insurance by ACE Insurance

NOTE: This package is only for member of Resort World Genting. However you
can easily applied for one on the day of booking. This is free like
joining SHC. :)

For your information you can choose to take the coach at the following
location (must let them know on the day of booking)

0600 – Ang Mo Kio Blk 710, Tampines MRT (Exit B) or Pungol (Coral Edge LRT
Exit B)

0615 – Woodlands (Causeway Point) or Bukit Timah Plaza or Bedok (Ex-Princess
Cinema)

0630 – Choa Chu Kang (Outside Gain City) or Bukit Panjang Plaza or Clementi
MRT (Exit A Taxi Stand) or Bishan Blk 511

If you like to go for this trip, please let me know your prefered
pick-up point and I will email you the tour operator contact and the
information on the concert.

Cheers and stay healthy!

The sounding is out to all members to at least put up an event or activities for fellow members to participate. The thing to consider is that there should be no advertisement of the company organising the trip. Some members do keep a lookout for such cheap day tour or trip overseas and want other members to join in so that there is ample opportunity to interact and have fellowship together.

A trip may be planned strictly for members whereas in other where non-member are involved, a co-ordinator is required. I know some members are frustrated when their attempt to post an activity are rejected after several try.

On the one hand much encouragement are put forward for members to step forward and be involve in organizing activities, yet we feel that some of their efforts are curbed. Can there be some flexibility? Without doubt some company names will be mentioned in any tours but if we look at the greater picture the advantages and benefits to our members far outweighed any other consideration.

Dan

May/June, we have the school holidays.  The weather is terribly hot; and the ideal clothes are either thin cotton or nothing.  Although I am in Bangkok this one week, I shall be back there again in May and Jun.

I plan to take a rest and enjoy the beautiful coast, south of Bangkok, all the way from airport to Bang Saen, down to Chonburi, Pattaya and Rayong.  This will be all coastal, and the highlights, I think will be sea, sea, mountain views, simple steam or grilled seafood, beach chairs, coconut ice-cream, down to earth massages, fresh air and sea breezes blowing over face.  Guaranteed plenty of cockcroaches in 2-4 star huts and hotels. We can have squeeky microphone/Karaoke.

Likely, I can advise the dates I am available next week before 5 May.  It is be 3-4 days, 3 nights max.  I will try for a In Sat, out Mon/Tues.  Fares are usually lower these dates.  If total is less than 4 pax, I will drive.  If total is less than 8 or 9, we shall have a van.  I look forward to half boys and half girls on this trip.

If you like the sea, look out on this Post.  Interested, let me know yet.  If you miss this trip, there is always another chance every month.  There is no price, except that we share all costs, including one scoop of ice-cream and thai whisky.  You will love the sunset and the early morning dawn!

Terence Seah 

Confirmed participation:

1.  Laura Wee, Gingko Tay – 26 May SIN to BKK (TR2102) : depart SIN 0635 arrive BKK 0800; 30 May BKK to SIN (TR2109) : depart BKK 2005 arrive SIN 23302.

2a.  Mega Abdullah – 26May SIN/BKK TR2102 0635/0800; 30May BKK/SIN TR2109 2005/2330

2b.  Terence Seah – Haven’t book ticket. But will be in Friday and out Wed.

3.  Ah Nee, Molly – 26May SIN/BKK TR2102 0635/0800; 30May BKK/SIN TR2109 2005/2330

4.  Bira,  Norlinda – 26May SIN/BKK TR2102 0635/0800; 30May BKK/SIN TR2109 2005/2330

5.  James, Inez – Fri 25 May tr2106 dep 1100 arr 1215,Tue 29 May tr2109 dep 2005 arr 2330

Total 10 pax. Registration close.

Hi,

Come July, I will have a whole month to myself and I’m planning to go
traveling! I was thinking of a cruise but can’t seem to find one in July, so I
will settle for air or land travel, unless there is one that I’m not aware
of?

I am looking for travel buddies. I will consider joining anyone or a group if
the itinerary is to my liking.

Please write to me at my email address at meiliiX@gmail.com.

Thanks

Mary

 DEPARTURE:  25th May, Friday 9pm leave by Express-bus to Johor Baru, then 11.40/45pm

                                     leave by train(with sleeping berths) to Kuala Lumpur

                      26th May, Saturday 6.40/45am arrive KL Sentral Stesen, then 8.50/55am

                                     transit to North-bound train leaving for Butterworth

                                    11.45/50am  ARRIVE Kampar, Perak, then taxi 40/45mins to Teluk Intan

                                    Check-in  hotel Anson, then Lunch-break

                                    3pm-6.30pm visit Leaning Pagoda and walk-about town

                                    7.30/8pm  Dinnertime 

                       27th May, Sunday  9.30/10am DEPART Teluk Intan by taxi to Kampar

                                   11.50/55am DEPART Kampar to arrive JBaru by 8.30/35pm

            MAXIMUM to travel Sixteen persons including Two EOs (URGENT request for one participant to

                              be co-EO) 

            Participant, kindly remit Thirty dollars to POSB 510-03270-0 upon signing-up

         Abel Tan

 To all food lovers in KL and PJ.

 I am off to PJ this Monday and Tuesday. and I need to give some friends a treat to the best or most famours Char Kway Teow in PJ.  Must come with cockles.  Can you help me with some recommenedations?  Thank you very much.

Terence Seah 

Many of us have not visited Yangon, let alone see the rest of Myanmar.  I have visited Yangon at least 10 times, the last was with Ivan Lim last year.  Myanmar has been close to the world for many years; and it’s only in the last 10 months that there are signs of the country opening up.  Today, Myanmar has many visitors, all wanting to have a look at this unexplored country.

I have just returned from Yangon, and I am planning to go back this time to celebrate the water festival, which will fall on 12 – 16 April 2012.  Actually, it is a weeklong holiday, and I am hoping to have a few good water splashes.  This period is expected to be very hot.  The local currency is the Kyatt.  However, most hotels and tourist areas transact in USD.  Current exchange rate is about 1 USD = 850 kyatt.   1 SGD = 650 kyatt.

5 star hotels are expensive and limited.  However, 3 and 4 star hotels can be available for around USD 40. Some of you may have gone to Myanmar for meditation; Others for the temples; while others for the shopping. There are good Singapore and Malaysian food; these are easily available as many Singaporeans venture there for business and excitement of the unventured.  

The trip is not confirmed; subject to hotel availability.  However, the likelihood of me going is high.  If you like to visit Yangon, I like to invite you to join me and a few other Singaporeans.  Tourism wise, it does not have many of the tourist places we see in other countries.  You will also get a chance to meet William Chew, one of SHC co-founders who has been there for the last 20+ years.  Enjoy the local food and get a taste of local shopping, morning markets, catch a glimpse of the lady, the lakes and local culture. 

A tourist visa is needed, SGD 35, taking two days to apply.  Flights are not cheap, you can fly direct or you can fly via bkk.  Time wise, it is 1.5 hours behind Singapore.  There are plenty of cockcroaches, and there is no hot water.  If you like to join, simply indicate here.  You can withdraw at a later date. 

And, for those who have been to Myanmar, in particular Yangon, feel free to share your experience and knowledge of this golden country. 

Terence Seah

Hi Everyone! Happy CNY !!

Retirement is a hot topics here, guess most of us wanna enjoy our lives after years of working hard for our $$$ :)
Several places hv been brought up here as we noticed.

I’m glad tt there’s a couple of guys who’re willing to share their knowledge & experience of Chiang Mai with us.

If u hv a thot of Chiang Mai & wanna know more of the place, … or
U hv experience there & wanna share some tips & advice …

… let’s come together for an informal sharing session to explore Chiang Mai as a retirement destination.
Am arranging a simple meetup as below:-

Date: next Sat,  11th Feb
Time: 10:30am, morning
Venue: YaKun at Orchard Central, 5th floor

Hope to touch on topics like:-
* Good & bad of Chiang Mai
* Stay options available
* Immigration laws, property options & laws, etc
* Biz opportunities & regulations (for those who still wanna biz / freelance job but less streeful one :)
* The community, weather, health facilities, security concerns, banking facilities, etc
* The various areas, zones for leisure, games, nature, … & to avoid !!!
* Charity / voluntary organizations tt’re worth supporting / helping
* Preparation needed to settle there
* Contacts there for assistance, etc

Do add if u’d like to know more or can provide info on.

Thanks all & hope to hear from u! Hv a great weekend ahead :)

2012 is round the corner! Many of us will be thinking of plans to do. I wish to bring up a travel plan for ladies who would like to visit Perth or its surroundings but lack friends to travel with. I know that sometimes we put off trips for lack of finding someone to travel with and may not feel comfortable travelling alone. As I spend about 2-3 months in Perth when I am there, I can provide B & B homestay accomodation in my home of 1 furnished room for single or 2 ladies sharing. You can have a free and easy stay, moving on your own or join me sometimes for activities eg golf, walks, eateries or short trips to nearby towns eg Mandurah, Margaret River. You will need to arrange your own flights to and from Perth but airport transfers can be arranged. For details and costs, contact can be by email. Cheers Joan

I need some advice.  Instead of flying to Subang or KLIA, I am thinking
of thinking of taking a coach to PJ this Thur morning.  Am hoping to save
some time and, some dollars and also the waiting time at airports.  I find
the time taken to get out of KLIA into PJ or KL too cumbersome and long.

Have you been to PJ on a comfortable coach?  Your recommendations would
be great.

Terence Seah

Does anyone know if I travel to Perth in November, will I be able to view the Monkey Mia dolphins, is this available all year round? and do some whale watching.  I read whale watching is available between Sept – Dec but on one website it says just October.  Appreciate all replies..tks

Hi guys!

It’s time to look at travelling for next year: And this post is inspired by the new Expedia.com.sg site in today’s newspaper. Yes, there are dozens of offers to all destinations with Air Asia… including my favourite: Thailand!

Please log in to the site within the next five days (till 9th October) and get special packages with hotel and flight.

I’m looking at going to Chiang Mai in February 2012 for the Flower Festival (Feb 3 – 5) which will feature dazzling flower displays, parades and beauty contests: a great photo/video opportunity! Besides, there’s all the food, craft shopping, sightseeing, etc, etc.

On checking the website, the offers for a five night stay (Feb 3 – 8) can be as low as S$280 per person twin-sharing. This includes flight, hotel and breakfast at a good tourist-class hotel.

So, if any of you are keen please register your interest and I’ll come back with details and recommendations. This is not a guided tour package and I will only help co-ordinate the trip if there are enough SHC members wanting to go.

Hi guys

If u remember, we had a memorable stay at Pengarang/Ramunia Beach Resort in Oct 2010. The fun, laughters, food, kamponng games n the cycling around kept us talking so much of a comeback. This time we will be staying at another resort after Ramunia Beach Resort n Army Camp. Now we are preparing for action.

Date : 24-25 Sep 2011

Location : Senang Mahibah Resort in Pengarang

Accommodation : 2 or 4 paxs chalets

Price : Not known yet till recce

Meals : Breakfast @ RM4.50 n lunch/dinner @ RM7.00 are available

Distance : Jetty – Sg Rengit (17 km) – Resort (6 km)

If you are keen, we would like u to put your names here. Booking of chalets will take place probably next month after recce. This will follow by collection of fees upon confirmation.

Yew Kwong (Event Organiser) assisted by Boon Liang

Attendance :

1. Yew Kwong
2. Boon Liang
3. Tian Soo (single room)
4. Daisy Yeo
5. Steven Ng
6. Charles Chua
7. Ivan Lim (single bed)
8. Janie Leong
9. Ah Nee
10. Anna Seet
11. Bira
12. Dave
13. Steven Chan
14. Susan Tan
15. James Tan
16. Mike Tay
17. Lily Ho (by car)
18. Andrew Yeung (by car)
19. Sockie (by car)
20. Dolly Lim (by car)
21. Sam Goh (by car)
22. Janet Chan (by cab @ Tg Pengilih jetty)
23. Irene Seet (by cab @ Tg Pengilih jetty)

Maximum number of participants will be pegged at 30. Once the number is reached or after the chalets are booked, we shall close the registration.

Today,s ST feature Bohol, Philippines. I am curious to go and take a look. Anyone here knows more about the place or interested to to go there? 

Hi people,  your “once a year” organized Exploring Yunnan trip is coming

Date: 25 October to 1 November 2011.

Those who wish to stay longer to explore other areas in Yunnan or other areas of your life please let me know.

• Group size: Preferably at least 8 travelers, if not enough confirmed travelers by 31 August, trip will be cancelled.
• Confirmation: By paying $100 (part of the total cost of travel) before 31 August 2011. However, if you cancel or change your mind, there will be no refund.
• Target Travelers:

Please note that this is NOT a package tour type of trip, if you prefer package tour, please visit the travel fair. No staying in 5 stars hotel but boutique and unique hotels and guesthouses.

• I will be your guide with one or two locals.  Suitable for first timers to Yunnan
• Those who don’t speak or understand much mandarin
• Those exploring Yunnan for personal or spiritual or health reasons
• Those exploring the idea of short term stay and retreat living in "eternal spring Yunnan"
• No quarrelsome petty travelers!

About The Trip………….

Yunnan is situated on a 1,000M above sea level plateau and surrounded by mountains mainly. The weather in October is the best in a year; about 23 Deg C to 15 Deg C. Land of 25 ethnic minority nationalities. Below are some details;

Destinations & Attractions:

1. Kunming, Flowers and Birds Street, Stone Forest, Jiu Xiang Cave, Dinoaurs Fossils Village, Dwarf Kingdom, Organic Farm Stay, Olive Farm Stay and Harvesting of Olives,
2. Dali; Within Old City, Erhai Lake, Cangshan Mountain by Cable cars, Unique”Noah’s Ark” Catholic and Evangelical Church Buildings, Tie Dye Factories, 3 Course Tea Bai Dance
3. Lijiang; 2 Ancient Cities, World Heritage Site, Dongba cultural dances, Lijiang Impression Performance By Zhang Yimou Group,
4. Food: Famous “Cross The Bridge Noodle” and cultural dance, Chairman Mao Restaurant. Biggest Muslim Restaurant in Kunming, Donkey Meat Hotpot, Mushroom and Vegetables Steamboat, Other tons of local delicacies of Kunming, Dali and Lijiang, of course there are many western cafes, KFC, Big M, Breadtalk, Dim Sum restaurants, etc.