Dream Vacation (volume 20)

1. DreamVacationDreamVacationVolume 20, KDN: PQ/PP1505 (12383) (59)
Special Volume 20
with the best 15 highlights! >>
IN SPAIN
15 PASSIONATE THINGSYOU SHOULD DO
TO A SAFER HOLIDAY
15 LATEST TRAVEL SCAMS & TIPS
YOU SAID IT BEST
15 BEST FEEDBACKS FROM PVC MEMBERS

2. Contents
FEATURES
01 DESTINATION SPOTLIGHTS
KL - Johor Bahru
Spain
12 TO A SAFER HOLIDAY
15 Latest travel scams & tips
13 DO’S & DON’TS
For a peace of mind
MEMBER SECTION
05 UPDATES
06 RESORTS LISTING 2014/2015
08 NEW HOLIDAY DESTINATIONS
Among the 15 best new tie-ups
14 “WE PLAN 4U” - EASY PLANNER 2015
16 YOU SAID IT BEST
15 comments from PVC survey
17 WE HEARYOU
New & future features
18 MEMBERS’ HOLIDAY DIARIES
Memoirs from PVC members
Dream Vacation magazine is published by
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How time flies! And before we know it, the school holidays
are here and we are busy preparing for the year-end
festivities. So why not start your planning now…
In this inaugural issue of Dream Vacation, we have specially
included a vacation planner, aptly called the “We PLAN 4U”
planner (p. 14) where you “book” your vacation plans and we
“block” the rooms for you. For prudent planners, here’s an
excellent road trip idea for those travelling down south (p.
01). But if jetting off to another country is your cup of tea,
then check out our write-up on Spain (p. 02), the country
that gives us ‘matador’, ‘flamenco’ and ‘paella’.
As we continue to improve and innovate to offer
uncompromising quality of service that you deserve, we
look forward to bringing you more new affiliated resorts (p.
10), more events, more travel tips, and more magical
experiences to smart travelers like you.
Thank you for your support!
Planning
for the
Year-end Rush
“A good plan is like a road
map: it shows the final
destination and usually the
best way to get there.”
H. Stanley Judd

3. DESTINATION SPOTLIGHT – RIGHT AT HOME
DREAM VACATION 1Bangunan
Sultan Ibrahim
Seremban
Beef noodle
Top Curryhouse banana leaf rice
From Kuala Lumpur to Johor Bahru…
discover the wonders along the 330km journey!
Crafts & potteries in Ayer Hitam
Muar & Ayer Hitam
Mee Bandung
Otak-otak - a soft savoury
fish cake & spices grilled
in a banana leaf
Sultan Abu Bakar
Mosque
Legoland
Johor Premium Outlet
Johor Bahru
A Famosa - The
Portuguese fortress
Cendol - a fusion of shaved
ice, local famous palm sugar,
pandan jelly & red beans
Local delicacies -
Chicken rice balls
Jonker Street
Dutch Stadhuy
Malacca
Portuguese Ship Museum

4. DESTINATION SPOTLIGHT – FOREIGN LAND
DREAM VACATION2
Visit the Golden Triangle of Art
(Madrid City Centre)
Take time to visit the galleries & museums that
contain some of the world’s foremost artworks.
Have fun at La Tomatina
(Buñol, near Valencia)
This annual, fun food fight festival
celebrates the ripening of the tomato
harvest. Get together in your worst clothes
to throw tomatoes at each other!There is
also music, fireworks & a paella cooking
contest.
Attend the Running of the Bulls
(Pamplona)
You’d be crazy to want to participate, but equally
crazy to miss the chance of seeing it! Witness brave
Spanish men queue in the streets for a glorious
chance to outrun huge wild bulls.The event lasts 9
days & with many injuries – definitely not for the
weak stomach. Dance at the Sonar Music
Festival (Barcelona)
Hailed as the forefront of modern day
electronic music production in one of the
hippest cities in the world!
Explore Barcelona
Take the opportunity to wander around
this incredible city while you’re there -
from the skeletal buildings of Art
Nouveau architect Gaudí to the massive
Camp Nou football stadium.
Experience
the Flamenco
(Andalusia)
Probably the most hypnotic
dance form in Spain, the
Flamenco is comprised of
the Cante (song),Toque
(guitar) & Baile (dance).
The singing is melancholy
with a lot of wailing, foot
stamping & clacking of
castanets.
Party in the Balearic
Island of Ibiza
Not only is Ibiza fundamental to
the creation of dance music over
the last 2 decades with
incredible clubs, it has amazing
beach-side scenery where you
can watch the sunset with a
glass of sangria.
Go see Pablo Picasso’s
Guernica painting (Madrid)
Housed in the Museo Reina Sofia within
the GoldenTriangle of Art, Picasso’s huge
and troubling artwork captures the
anguish of that time when Spanish
Nationalist Forces asked the Germans
and Italians to bomb Guernica.
SPAIN

5. DESTINATION SPOTLIGHT – FOREIGN LAND
DREAM VACATION 3
Read more at:
http://www.offtoeurope.com/15-things-everyone-should-do-in-spain/
Visit the Alhambra (Granada)
Spain retains many beautiful buildings from
the period of Moorish occupation.This old
fortress is perhaps the finest of them with
exquisite decoration, courtyards & gardens.
Enjoy the Costa
Brava
No one could resist
visiting the Rugged Coast
- an alternative to the
crowded beaches in the
south.This is a place for
walking rather than
sunbathing & is an area
of outstanding natural
beauty!
Walk the Way of St. James
(Santiago de Compostela)
As one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites,
the Way of St. James pilgrim route is among
the most meaningful walks you will ever take.
Experience
Cadiz (South
West)
As the oldest city in
Western Europe, the
best time to visit Cadiz is
during its world famous
carnival in the spring
when the streets are
alive with all sorts of
costumed groups.
Go to the Semana Santa
Festival (Málaga)
It’s worth seeing as they have
incredible candlelit processions &
Málaga is one of the most exciting
places to watch the festivities.
Eat tapas & drink
wine
Try Spain’s special tapas,
small dishes of local
delicacies like fried
calamares, olives &
cheeses. Best to wash
down with a good Spanish
wine like Rioja.
See Mount Teide
(Tenerife)
This towering volcano at
3,000 metres high is Spain’s
highest peak & is part of a
large national park. You can
even see the other Canary
Islands in the distance.

6. DESTINATION SPOTLIGHT – FOREIGN LAND
DREAM VACATION4
Source: http://www.fodors.com/news/story_3900.html
15Customs & Etiquette in Spain
every visitor should know
Mind your words…
1 When addressing elderly Spaniards or those you’re
not well-acquainted with, use the formal usted rather
than the familiar tu.
2 Address new colleagues with the formal usted if you
speak Spanish; then follow their lead in switching to
the familiar tu once a working relationship has been
established.
3 Learn a little of the local language by just mastering
a few basic words & terms will make chatting with the
locals more rewarding.
4 Spanish is not the principal language in all of Spain:
the Basques speak Euskera; Catalan in Catalonia;
Gallego in Galicia & Valenciano in Valencia. Local
radio & television stations may broadcast in their
respective languages & road signs may be
printed/spray-painted over with the preferred
regional language.
5 Learn at least the following basic phrases:
- buenos días (hello - until 2pm)
- buenas tardes (good afternoon - until 8pm)
- buenas noches (hello - after dark)
- por favor (please)
- gracias (thank you)
- adiós (goodbye)
- sí (yes)
- no (no)
- los servicios (the toilets)
- la cuenta (bill/check)
- habla inglés? (do you speak English?)
- no comprendo (I don't understand)
6 If your Spanish breaks down, you should have no
trouble finding people who speak English in major
cities & coastal resorts, but don’t count on the bus
driver or the passer-by on the street.You might have
better luck with people under 30.
Dress to impress…
7 No swimsuits in public spaces. It’s common sense – if
you’re unlikely be allowed entry in a restaurant wearing
swimming attire back home, don't do it when overseas.
8 Be respectful when visiting churches. Casual dressing is
fine if it's not flashy or messy. Men shall not go bare-
chested anywhere other than the beach or poolside.
9 Casual-smart dressing is generally accepted in most
places these days.
10 Smart dressing for business meetings is the norm in
Spain.
Timing is everything…
11 Most shops outside of major cities close from 2-5pm
when shopkeepers go home for their main meal of the
day or to take a nap.You might want to join them by
taking a quick siesta after lunch in preparation for a long
night out on the town.
12 Spanish office hours can be confusing - some offices
stay open continuously from 9am-3pm, with a very short
lunch break. Others open in the morning, break-up the
day with a long lunch break of 2-3 hours & re-open at 4 or
5pm until 7 or 8pm.
13 Spaniards’ lack of punctuality has changed dramati-
cally in recent years, so you’re expected to show up for
meetings on time.
Dining manners…
14 Dining hours are often misunderstood: lunch to the
Spanish is no earlier than 1:30pm (preferably after 2pm) &
not before 9pm for dinner. Dining out on the weekend
can begin at 10pm or even later. Some restaurants
operate a bit earlier in popular tourist areas.
15 Anti-smoking laws introduced in 2006 requiring bars &
clubs to provide at least 100sqm of non-smoking section;
whereas smoking isn’t allowed at all in most of the better
restaurants.

7. DREAM VACATION 5
Annual General Meeting
of Palace Vacation Club 2014Liaison Committee members and 3 observers have been elected
during the last Annual General Meeting on 2nd May 2014.
During the dialogue session, members present gave their fruitful feedback to the
Management on membership enhancement and areas for improvement such as
reservation process flow, the facilities provided in the hotels as well as the resorts offered
under the Club.
Terms & conditions
1 Promotion and redemption end 31st December 2015
2 Not valid in conjuction with any other discount offer
3 Please contact DAE office for booking.Tel: +66(0) 2 654 0570, Email:infothai@daelive.com
DAE is the world’s largest privately-owned global timeshare exchange
provider. Since the company’s formation in 1997, DAE has now offices
in Australia, Bulgaria, China, Egypt, Germany, India, Italy, New
Zealand, South Africa, Thailand, UK and USA.

8. DREAM VACATION6
Palace Vacation Club - RESORTS LISTING 2014 / 2015
l Strictly seven (7) nights reservations
0 Not applicable during peak season
Call Member Services Hotline at 03 - 894 11 999 for more information
 Limited exchange available
¢ Admin fee applicable
¿ Not applicable on eve and 1st day of CNY & Hari Raya Puasa
q Not applicable during Public Holiday & eve of Public Holiday
MALAYSIA
PALACE OF THE GOLDEN HORSES, SELANGOR
MINES WELLNESS HOTEL, SELANGOR
COUNTRY HEIGHTS RESORT, KAJANG, SELANGOR
RIA APARTMENTS, GENTING HIGHLANDS 0
AWANA GENTING HIGHLANDS GOLF & COUNTRY RESORT,
GENTING HIGHLANDS 0
EQUATORIAL HILL RESORT, CAMERON HIGHLANDS
PERDANA BEACH RESORT, LANGKAWI
ASEANIA RESORT, LANGKAWI ¿
THE CENTURY BAY PRIVATE RESIDENCE, PENANG 0
HOLIDAY VILLA, CHERATING q
THE LEGEND RESORT, CHERATING ¿
MAHKOTA HOTEL MELAKA, MALACCA q
MUTIARA JOHOR BAHRU, JOHOR
BAYU MARINA RESORT, JOHOR
HOTEL ROYAL, PENANG
BORNEO HIGHLANDS RESORT, KUCHING
GRAND MAGHERITA HOTEL, KUCHING
DAMAI BEACH RESORT, KUCHING
THAILAND
MANHATTAN HOTEL, BANGKOK
ASPEN SUITES, BANGKOK
ROYAL LIGHTHOUSE VILLA AT BOAT LAGOON, PHUKET
PATONG TOWER CONDOMINIUM, PHUKET
ABSOLUTE SEA PEARL BEACH RESORT, PHUKET l
LAGUNA HOLIDAY CLUB, PHUKET
ABSOLUTE BANGLA SUITES, PHUKET l
ABSOLUTE NAKALAY BEACH RESORT, PHUKET l
ABSOLUTE PRIVATE RESIDENCE CLUB @ Q SIGNATURE SAMUI, KOH SAMUI l
PRANA RESORT & SPA, KOH SAMUI
ABSOLUTE @ NIRVANA PLACE, PATTAYA l
ABSOLUTE VILLAS AT PALM GROVE, PATTAYA l
ROYAL BELLA VISTA COUNTRY CLUB, CHIANG MAI
PHILIPPINES
CROWN REGENCY SUITES MACTAN, CEBU
CROWN REGENCY HOTEL & TOWERS, CEBU
CROWN REGENCY RESIDENCES CEBU, CEBU
CROWN REGENCY RESIDENCES DAVAO, DAVAO
CROWN REGENCY HOTEL MAKATI, MANILA
INDONESIA
ROYAL BALI BEACH CLUB AT SANUR, BALI
HAWAII @ CLUB BALI RESORT, ANYER, WEST JAVA
ROYAL BALI BEACH CLUB AT CANDIDASA, BALI
ROYAL BALI BEACH CLUB AT JIMBARAN BAY, BALI
CLUB BALI @ JAYAKARTA BALI RESIDENCE, LEGIAN, BALI
D' DJABU HOTEL SEMINYAK, BALI
IVORY RESORT SEMINYAK, SEMINYAK, BALI
RAMA CANDIDASA DIVE & SPA RESORT, BALI
CLUB BALI @ KOTA BUNGA, CIPANAS PUNCAK, WEST JAWA
(Government & service tax are applicable for all Indonesia Resorts)
INDIA
ROYAL GOAN BEACH CLUB AT HAATHI MAHAL, GOA
ROYAL GOAN BEACH CLUB AT ROYAL PALMS, GOA
ROYAL GOAN BEACH CLUB AT BENAULIM, GOA
ROYAL GOAN BEACH CLUB AT MONTERIO, GOA
(Government & service tax are applicable for all India Resorts)

9. DREAM VACATION 7
AUSTRALIA
CLC MERCURE GOLD COAST RESORT, GOLD COAST l
MANTRA CIRCLE ON CAVILL APARTMENTS, GOLD COAST ¢
CHINA
JIN GANG WAN HOTEL, SHANDONG
PENGDA HOTEL, SHANDONG
WANGHAILOU HOTEL APARTMENT, SHANDONG
WEIHAI DAWU SEA FEELING HOTEL, SHANDONG
WUZHEN PENGDA HOTEL, ZHEJIANG
THE FOUNTAIN RESORT, SHENZHEN
ABSOLUTE PRIVATE RESIDENCE @ JIN QIAO INTERNATIONAL GARDEN, BEIJING l
KING WING HOT SPRING HOTEL, BEIJING
TEDA INTERNATIONAL HOTEL, TIANJIN
TWIN PEAK GOLF & RESORT CLUB, GUILIN
BAODAO GRAND HOTEL, WUYISHAN
SHANGHAI CHERISH-YEARN HOLIDAY HOTEL, SHANGHAI
HAINAN CHERISH-YEARN SENIOR CLUB RESORT, HAINAN ISLAND
NOBLE YACHT CLUB, HAINAN ISLAND
CROWN SPA RESORT, HAINAN ISLAND
QING HUANGDAO BEHIND LINE RESORT, QING HUANGDAO
SURF PLAZA RESORT HOTEL, QINGDAO
HNA BEACH & SPA RESORT HAIKOU, HAIKOU
HNA BUSINESS HOTEL HAIKOU, HAIKOU
HNA HOTEL SHIJINGSHAN, BEIJING
HNA RESORT HUAGANG HANGZHOU, HANGZHOU
HNA RESORT YUNQI HANGZHOU, HANGZHOU
HNA RESORT SANYA, SANYA
HNA SPA & GOLF RESORT XINGLONG, HAINAN
TANGLA HOTEL BEIJING, BEIJING
TANGLA HOTEL SHENZHEN, SHENZHEN
TANGLA HOTEL TIANJI, TIANJIN
JIUZHAIGOU KANG BAHRAIN CARD HOTEL, JIUZHAIGOU
HUANG SHAN HOTEL, ANHUI
EUROPE
BEZIER APARTMENTS, LONDON ¢
CLC CLUBE PRAIA DA OURA, ALBUFEIRA, PORTUGAL l
CLC SUNNINGDALE VILLAGE, CANARY ISLANDS, TENERIFE l
CLC MONTEREY, CANARY ISLANDS l
CLC PARADISE, CANARY ISLANDS l
CLC MARINA DEL SOL, MIJAS COSTA, MALAGA l
CLC MARINA DEL REY, MIJAS COSTA, MALAGA l
CLC CASTILLO DEL REY, MIJAS COSTA, MALAGA l
CLC MARINA DORADA, MIJAS COSTA, MALAGA l
CLC SIERRA MARINA, MIJAS COSTA, MALAGA l
CLC SAN DIEGO SUITES, MIJAS COSTA, MALAGA l
CLC TRENYTHON MANOR, CORNWALL, ENGLAND l
CLC ALPINE CENTRE, SAALFELDEN, AUSTRIA l
TOPAZ BEACH CLUB, ST. PAUL’S BAY, MALTA l
SEASON CLUB TAHITI, COSTA TEGUISE, SPAIN l
KNOCKTOPHER ABBEY, IRELAND l
AFRICA
ROYAL RESERVE BEACH & COUNTRY CLUB, MOMBASSA, KENYA l
THE CENTURION ALL SUITE HOTEL, CAPE TOWN ¢
EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN
CLC KUSADASI GOLF & SPA, AKBUK, TURKEY l
USA
CLC ENCANTADA, ORLANDO l
Terms and Conditions for Internal and Affiliation Resorts
1. Reservation is subject to availability of exchange between Palace Vacation Club
and its affiliated partners.
2. The listof internal and affiliation resorts are subject to change from time to time
without prior notice to members. Members are advised to call Member Services
Department for further resort info.
3. Members may be required to bear some additional expenses for some affiliation
resorts.
4. The reservation procedures for affiliation resorts may vary from one holiday resort
to another.
5. Members are required to observe the rules and regulations of affiliations resorts,
governing the use of accommodation, amenities and facilities.
6. Kindly contact our Member Services Executive at 03-894 11 999 for futher details.

10. DREAM VACATION8
ASIANEW AFFILIATION RESORTS
BANGKOK, THAILAND
THE MANHATTAN HOTEL BANGKOK 
Conveniently located in central Bangkok, the Manhattan Hotel is accessible to the
historical landmarks that have made Thailand renowned worldwide. When in the
mood to shop, select from several shopping malls within minutes of walking
distance from the hotel. The airport is easily accessible, with the airport expressway
just a five-minute drive away.
• Basic Facilities: Swimming pool, Fitness Centre, Spa, Concierge, Wi-Fi,
Restaurant, 24-Hour coffee shop, Room service, Doctor on call, Smoking Lounge
• Top Attractions: Grand Palace & Wat Prakeaw, Temple of the Reclining Buddha
(Wat Pho), Wat Arun, Central World, Jim Thompson's House, Bangkok Klongs,
Khao San Road, Sukhumvit Road
ASPEN SUITES, BANGKOK 
Renew and recharge at one of the finest boutique serviced apartment in Sukhumvit,
Bangkok. Aspen Suites is located in Sukhumvit Soi 2, a quiet lane off Sukhumvit
Road and a stone’s throw from the JW Marriott Bangkok.
• Basic facilities: 24-Hour reception, Free Wi-Fi access (lobby area), Gymnasium,
Café, Outdoor swimming pool, Room Service, Shuttle Service
• Top Attractions: Grand Palace, Nana Plaza, BTS Phloen Chit Center
SHANGHAI, CHINA
SHANGHAI CHERISH-YEARN HOLIDAY HOTEL, SHANGHAI 
Located 25.5 kilometres from city centre, Cherish-Yearn Holiday Hotel Shanghai is a
great choice for accommodation when visiting Shanghai with only 34 minutes drive
from Pudong International Airport. Each unit offers broad range of amenities,
ensuring great service that will make your stay as comfortable as possible.
• Basic facilities: Restaurant, Airport Transfer, Concierge, Safety Deposit Box,
Facilities for disable guest, Fitness Centre, Indoor Pool, Garden
• Top Attractions: Shanghai Museum Of Traditional Chinese Medicine,Yintao Golf
Club, Century Parks (Botanical Garden & Zoo), Penglai Parks (Botanical Garden &
Zoo), Houtan Station Park (Amusement Park), Shanghai Zoo, Shanghai Safari Parks
ANHUI, CHINA
HUANGSHAN HOTEL, ANHUI 
Huangshan is the name of the 72 peak mountain range in the southern-most part of
Anhui Province. Famous for its "strange pines, absurd stones, sea of clouds and hot
springs"; Huangshan was listed in the "Inventory of the World's Cultural and Natural
Heritage" in 1990, probably, along with Guilin, the country's most famous
landscape attraction.
• Basic Facilities: Sauna & Massage, Night Club & Dance Hall, Disco & KTV, Chess
Room, Civil Aviation Ticket Office, Recreation Hall Bar, Travel Agency Service
• Top Attractions: Huangshan Mountain Tea Market, Huangshan Mounitan Gate 4,
Huangshan Cultural Centre, Forest Cultural Square, Huangshan Minjian Art Hall,
Beihai Kangle Garden.

11. DREAM VACATION 9
HANGZHOU, CHINA
HNA RESORT HUAGANG HANGZHOU, HANGZHOU 
Traditional and distinguished, the Hangzhou Huagang HNA Resort nestles in the
Yang Gong Causeway scenic area, with Hangzhou Railway Station and Xiaoshan
International Airport only 10 minutes and 40 minutes away by taxi respectively.
• Basic Facilities: 24-Hour Reception, Wi-Fi (Public Area), Restaurants, Lobby
Lounge, Room Service
• Top Attractions: Westlake, Downtown Area, Sunset Glow at Leifeng Pagoda,
Hangzhou Tourist Information Center, Lei Feng Pagoda, Three Pools Mirroring
the Moon
HNA RESORTYUNQI HANGZHOU, HANGZHOU 
Situated in the Hangzhou Zhijiang National Tourist and Holiday Resort Area, HNA
ResortYunqi Hangzhou is surrounded by several scenic spots including the
bamboo-lined path atYunqi (Yunqi Zujin), Nine Creeks in Misty Forest (Jiuxi
Yanshu), Six Harmonies Pagoda (Liuhe Ta) and the Temple of the Soul's Retreat
(Lingyin Si).
• Basic Facilities: 24-Hour Reception, Indoor Swimming Pool, Health Club, Wi-Fi
(Public Area), Restaurants, Lobby Lounge, Game Room, Tennis Court, Laundry,
Room Service
• Top Attractions: West Lake, LingYin Temple, Qiandao Lake, Wuzhen Ancient
Town
HAIKOU, CHINA
HNA BEACH & SPA RESORT HAIKOU, HAIKOU 
The luxurious HNA Beach & Spa Resort Haikou blends harmoniously with its natural
surroundings with a touch of elegance in its atmosphere. Nestled on the most
attractive tropical garden and sandy beaches of west coast of Haikou City, its
garden combines European royal style and Chinese traditional elements dotted
with hot spring pools.
• Basic facilities: 24-Hour Reception, Outdoor Swimming Pool, Hot Spring, Wi-Fi
(Public Area), Restaurants, Tea House, Beauty Salon, Sauna, Room Service
• Top Attractions: Impression Hainan Island, Western Coast Park, Holiday Beach
HNA BUSINESS HOTEL HAIKOU, HAIKOU 
HNA Business Hotel Haikou is the only international hotel with private tropical
garden in the city center located in downtown Haikou. Those travelling by car will
find transit to Haikou Meilan International Airport in 25 minutes and Haikou Railway
Station in 30 minutes.
• Basic facilities: 24-Hour Reception, Indoor Swimming pool, Wi-Fi (Public Area),
Restaurants, Spa, Laundry, Room Service
• Top Attractions: Jiaxin Store, Pearl Plaza, Haixiu Business Street
ASIA - NEW AFFILIATION RESORTS

12. DREAM VACATION10
HAINAN, CHINA
HNA SPA & GOLF RESORT XINGLONG, HAINAN 
Located near the Xinglong Hot Springs area in Wanning (midway between Haikou
and Sanya on the eastern coast of Hainan), HNA Spa & Golf Resort is the largest
golf resort hotel in China.
• Basic facilities: 24-Hour Reception, Room Service, Outdoor Swimming Pool, Golf
Course, Conference Hall, Restaurants, Hair Salon, Fish Spa
• Top Attractions: Xinglong Tropical Botanical Garden, Golf, Xing Long Hot Spring
Scenic Area
HAINAN CHERISH-YEARN SENIOR CLUB RESORT, HAINAN
Located in the center of Agile Clearwater Bay project, Cherish-Yearn sits on the 12
km Clearwater Veronica coast. With the perfect ocean view, the 22-storey hotel is
adjacent to two 18-hole international standard Golf Club and the ClearwaterYacht
Club. With a unique thematic feature: senior living, Hainan Cherish-Yearn Senior
Club Resort is tailor-designed by Oshima of Japan, Ltd. with barrier-free facilities
allowing you and your family to enjoy a high-end service.
• Basic Facilities: Restaurants, 24-hour butler Service, Swimming Pool,
Supermarkets, Gymnasium, Sports Club, Coffee Bar / Tea room, Reading Room,
Chess / Billiards Room, Car / Bike Rental service, Laundry service, Wake-up call
service
• Top Attractions:Yalong Bay, Daxiao Dongtian Scenic Spot, Nanshan Culture
Tourism Zone, Tianyahaijiao, Wuzhizhou Island Tourism Zone, Bo'ao Tourism
Area, Monkey Island, Xinglong Tropical, Botanical Garden, Coconut trees in
Wenchang, Holiday Beach
TIANJIN, CHINA
TANGLA HOTEL TIANJIN, TIANJIN 
Tangla Hotel Tianjin is conveniently located in the most important core business
area, the Golden Mile of Heping District. Situated on the 36th to 50th floors of the
Tianjin Center East Building, Tangla Hotel Tianjin is the first loft-type hotel. Guests
can enjoy the stunning city views and a unique experience of living in a downtown
oasis.
• Basic Facilities: 24-Hour Reception, Health Club, Indoor Swimming Pool, Wi-Fi
(Public Area), Restaurants, Lounge, Salon, Massage Service, Spa, Laundry, Room
Service
• Top Attractions: Binjiang Walking Street, Italian Street, Five Great Avenues,
Ancient Culture Street, Nanshi Food Street, Tianjin Eye, Cruise Tour of Haihe
River, China House, Water Park, Ceremony Garden
ASIA - NEW AFFILIATION RESORTS

13. DREAM VACATION 11
JIUZHAIGOU, CHINA
JIUZHAIGOU KANG BAHRAIN CARD HOTEL, JIUZHAIGOU
Jiuzhaigou Kang Bahrain Card Hotel is located in the World Natural Heritage
Jiuzhaigou Zhangzha town. Located two kilometers away from Mizoguchi and 5
minutes by car; the resort uses the design concept from the "Book of Changes"
building articles. The building compromises of Gesang, Zhaxi, Deji, Nima, Zewang
and Daxi Pavilions that symbolize purity, beauty, good luck and wealth. With an
inspired Tibetan landscape architecture, this hotel uses the 4 Deity symbols - the
Vermillion Bird (Suzaku), North White Tiger (Byakko), Black Warrior (Genbu) and
Azure Dragon (Seiryuu).
• Basic Facilities: Safe-deposit box, Baggage Deposit Service, Restaurant/Café,
Lobby Lounge, Room Service, Ballroom, Nightclub
• Top Attractions: Jiuzhaigou Natural Reserve, Jiuzailing Temple, Jiuzhaigou
National Arts Centre, Rize Valley, Pearl Shoal Waterfalls
BALI, INDONESIA
IVORY SEMINYAK RESORT BALI 
Ivory Seminyak Resort is located thirty minutes from Bali’s Ngurah Rai International
Airport, in Bali’s famed trendy town of Seminyak. The resort is located within a
short fifteen minute walk to the beach, minutes away from prime shopping and a
stone’s throw from some of Bali’s iconic dining and entertainment venues including
the famous Potato Head Restaurant, La Lucciola Beachside Restaurant, Ku De Ta,
The Living Room and Hu’u bar.
• Basic Facilities: 24-Hour Concierge, Spa, Laundry & Dry Cleaning Service, Money
Changer, Restaurants, Swimming Pool, Room Service, Airport Transfer
• Top Attractions: Petitenget Temple, "Bali Horse Adventure" Kuda Bahagia
Stables, Waterbom Water Park, Seminyak Square
D’ DJABU HOTEL SEMINYAK, BALI 
Djabu means ‘Home away from Home’, a projection of the perfect holiday seclusion
for their guests. Designed for easy living and utmost privacy for guests, the
beautiful D’djabu Hotel is ideal for couples and families who seek relaxation but at
the same time able to enjoy Seminyak’s vibrant nightlife.
• Basic Facilities: 24-Hour security, Wi-Fi, Tropical-style swimming pool,
Traditional Balinese Spa, Free Wi-Fi throughout entire complex
• Top Attractions: Seminyak Square, Maru Jewellery & Art Gallery, Seminyak
Beach, Waterbom Water Park, Pura Petitenget Temple
RAMA CANDIDASA DIVE & SPA RESORT, BALI 
Rama Candidasa Dive & Spa Resort is located in the east of Bali in the heart of
Candidasa district. Known as the best Dive Resort in Bali, Rama Candidasa offers
peaceful and relaxing holiday in Bali. It is also a place to explore the magnificent
underwater paradise in Bali, such as Tulamben, Amed, PadangBai, Blue Lagoon and
many more.
• Basic Facilities: Restaurant, Wi-Fi, Outdoor Swimming Pool, Day Bed & Garden
Gazebo, Billiard Game, Mini Golf, Library, Table Tennis, Spa
• Top Attractions: The Bali Aga at Tenganan, Orca Dive Clubs, Goa Lawah
ASIA - NEW AFFILIATION RESORTS

14. DREAM VACATION12
1 Did I order that? Check the items on your bill. Make sure it
matches to what you have ordered and no extra items
have been added.
2 Card or cash? Stick to cash especially at places with high
chances of credit card fraud. Never let a waiter/waitress,
shopkeeper, hotel staff or anyone take your card out of
your sight.
3 Is that locker really locked?You might be surprised that
some appear locked, but if you pull the unit away from
the wall or lift it from the floor, they might be backless or
even bottomless!
4 No thanks, I can carry myself. Don't let anyone carry your
luggage, even if they're wearing an official-looking badge.
At best, they'll expect payment; at worst they'll disappear
with it, or use you as an unsuspecting courier.
5 Taxi! Whichever part of the world, dishonest taxi drivers
overcharge, give lesser change or take longer routes.
Research fares beforehand so you know exactly how
much a trip should cost. Never allow drivers to load your
luggage until you've agreed on a price.
6 Beware of pick-pockets! The best way to prevent
pick-pocketing is to understand the most common tactics
used by pickpockets. They can operate individually or in
pairs and even in groups, employing various tactics to
distract you such as posing as a beggar or a tourist and
even as a concerned local pretending to be helpful.
Always be on the lookout and learn more on pickpockets’
modus operandi to better protect your belongings and
safety while travelling. www.wikihow.com/Pickpocket
7 Is your ticket for real? Buy only from official vendors to
ensure you won't be denied entry, fined or worse --
getting arrested!
8 Missing mobile phone credit. A favourite scam of dodgy
electronics shops is to sell you mobile phone credit & say
you'll receive a text message confirming your top-up
soon, but the message & credit never reach you.
9 Separate your sources of money. Keep at least one in a
different place, preferably not on you.
10 Scan all your major documents. Scan your travel
documents & email them to yourself. Or simply take a
picture and keep them in your mobile phone. That way,
your documents won't go missing even if your bags do.
11 Don't trust local strangers (too much). Limit how much
you should trust the locals when it comes to your personal
safety, money & consuming their food or drink.
12 Avoid PDAs. We mean Public Displays of Affluence (not
affection). Flashing that gold jewellery or carrying a
RM2,000 camera around your neck only makes you a
target for thieves.
13 Some things are best learned at home. Let’s be real --
teaching yourself to ride a motorbike or jet-ski in a
foreign country is probably unwise as some travel
insurance policies won't cover should there be any
injuries.
14 Check the fine print & certificates of instructors. If you're
doing a specialist course (scuba diving) or something risky
(bungee jumping), check that the operators have
legitimate qualifications & a good safety record.
15 Give it up. Here’s a simple rule that people find hard to
follow: give up their valuables when mugged. Just do it &
walk away unharmed.
TO A SAFER JOURNEY
Source: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/travel-tips-and-articles/77737
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/travel-tips-and-articles/76192
and you’re on your way to a safer vacation!
Know these latest 15
Travel Scams
& Tips

15. DREAM VACATION 13
DO’s
Reservation
- Always have your reservation on accommodation confirmed
prior to making flight bookings.
- Always request for your confirmation slip and verify the
details prior to check in.
- Follow your 5 weekdays and 2 weekends’ entitlement
- Pay your Annual Maintenance Fee and instalment payments
promptly
- Always provide alternatives resorts and/or dates to stand a
higher chance of successful booking
- Send us your written cancellation 14 days prior to check-in.
- Provide your guest details if you are assigning your holidays
to your guest.
Resorts
- Be prepared with the required Refundable Security deposits
as stated in your Confirmation Slip.
- Adhere strictly to the maximum occupancy of the unit
/apartment as stated in your confirmation slip.
- Present your confirmation slip during check in. - Always
bring along your resort fact sheet as reference.
- Adhere to your check in / out time strictly
- Take good care of resort’s furniture and amenities provided
for you.Your annual maintenance fee is used to upkeep and
refurbish your home resort s for the next 38 years
- Inculcate healthy habits to save and conserve energy.
- Note that food & beverages provided in the mini bars are
chargeable.
- Immediately highlight to the resort any matters that require
urgent attention during your stay.
Facilities
Pool
- Wear proper swimming attire for pool usage i.e. swim suit /
tights / caps
- Order food and beverage from the hotel’s F & B outlets
- Return used towel belonging to hotel / resort
- Shower prior to entering the pool
Gym
- Wear proper work-out attires and proper shoes.
- The usage is only applicable to adults above the age of 18
and above
DON’Ts
Reservation
- Do not practice otherwise and assume resorts are available
all the times.
- Do not take for granted that the processes are error free.
- Do not use weekdays entitlement for booking on eve of
public holidays
- Ensure no arrears in your account with us to avoid
disappointments in your bookings
- Avoid travelling during super peak period only as it will only
lower your chances of getting your booking confirmed
- Last minute cancellation and verbal cancellation is
unacceptable
- The resort deems the right to deny acceptance if the names
differ from the confirmation slip.
Resorts
- Do not dispute these charges as it is a mandatory require-
ment for all hotels/resorts.
- Additional heads will be denied entry or charged accordingly
as per the hotels / resorts rate
- The company shall not be held responsible if you are denied
entry by the resort without confirmation slip.
- Don’t assume hotel/resort Front Desk Counter operates 24
hours. Call and inform resorts personally for late check in.
- No vandalism, repositioning furniture, misuse or removing
of furniture in your holiday homes.
- Do not leave the lights and air conditioner on while you are
away.
- Do not be irresponsible towards your own acts.
- Do not wait upon your return to inform us your
concerns/disappointment.You can reach our Member
Services Supervisor 24/7 through the mobile no. stated on
your resort fact sheet.
Facilities
Pool
- No t-shirts, sarongs, head wraps, diapers etc other than
proper swimming attires
- No outside food is allowed and no picnicking around the
area
- Do not bring hotel / resorts property home
- Un-showered body carries germs and bacteria.
Gym
- The resort deems the right to deny entry for improper attire
- No children under 18 are allowed.
DO’S &
DON’TS
Over the years, Palace Vacation Club have indeed made radical changes as our goal is to always be in the
forefront of providing our members with better services. While we are committed in constantly
enhancing our membership values and to provide a comfortable and pleasant stay at our resorts, we
would like to urge for members’ cooperation in adhering to the rules and regulations of the resorts to
ensure the amenities are properly maintained for the best interest of members at all times.
Always remember these are your 38-years Holiday Home!

16. DREAM VACATION14
‘WE PLAN 4U’
EASY PLANNER 2015
Holidays are times for great joys and to cultivate the sense of togetherness with
family and loved ones. Last minute holiday plans can affect our holiday spirits
and lead to unnecessary stress.
Here at Palace Vacation Club, we can help you plan ahead with these easy steps:
1. CHECK your membership entitlement balance
2. SURVEY the list of resorts available under Palace Vacation Club
(as enclosed)
3. CHOOSE your preferred destination(s) and travel date(s);
Tips: Best to have few options on hand
4. PEN DOWN your choices by using our We Plan 4U Calendar as guide
on the Low and Peak seasons to avoid Hush and Rush for holiday booking
5. SEND your request to reservations@palacavacationclub.com / 03-89453340
(fax) or consult with our Member Services Executive at +603-8941 1999
So spare a little timeTODAY to plan your vacations ahead, and let us take care of the rest!
Way 1: VIA TELEPHONE 03-89411999
OR
Way 2: VIA FAX 03-89453340
OR
Way 3: VIA WEBSITE www.palacevacationclub.com
OR
Way 4: VIA SMS 019-600 2222
OR
Way 5: VIA EMAIL reservations@palacevacationclub.com
OR
Way 6: VIA WALK IN Members Lounge,
Palace of the Golden Horses
AMEND/CANCEL booking? What you need to do?
No worry... It’s as simple as ABC
1. Fax in your holiday request form and tick cancel / amend. Fax: 03-89453340 or email
us at reservations@palacevacationclub.com
2. Our Member Services Executive will contact you to confirm your
cancellation/amendment!
Note:
For Home Base and Internal Resorts/hotels, cancellations and/or amendments if confirmed booking
has to be made fourteen (14) days prior to actual check-in date.The reservation procedures for
affiliation resorts may vary from one Holiday Resort to another.
HOW TO
MAKE
RESERVATION
Making a
reservation
with us is
as easy as
1-2-3-4-5-6-7

17. DREAM VACATION 15
2015PALACEVACATIONCLUBPLANNER

18. DREAM VACATION16
“This perdana beach resort will be awesome if make a little
refurbishment on interior design. :)”
Mrs Suziane Haslinda Suhaimi
“Update regularly and correctly list of resort in the
reservation list”
Mr Syed Omar
“Add more units in favorite hotel/apartments like in
London or Australia.”
Ms Marziaton Daud
“Improve on the room cleaning service so that customers
wouldn't have to wait for too long when checking in to
the resort”
Mr Lim Chong Yee
“Add option and flexibility for late check out that might
due to guest's flight schedule etc.”
Mr Zalhan Mohd Zin
“Applaud the management for refurbishing the apartment
as cleanliness and comfortable beddings with non leakage
piping are important. Would appreciate even better if the
apartment faces greeneries and hills rather than buildings”
Madam Lim Huey Feng
“NO COMMENTS, WE ARE HAPPY AS A MEMBER ON
THIS VACATION CLUB.”
Mrs Premmah Superamaniam
“There should be instructions on how to use the facilities -
stove, oven, microwave, heater without having to try an
error (Bezier Apartment, London)”
Ms Normah binti Mohd Ghazali
“Confirmation from resort quite slow. We need
confirmation fast in order to secure airline booking”
Mrs Nor Alia Liew
“Your units in India could be in places like Bangalore and
Chennai instead of those hill station ones. These are not
anywhere near basic transportation needs”
Mr Mani Velloo
“1. Create personal account to log in to keep track status
of any info e.g. Holiday entitlement, etc.
2. Events notification through email or sms”
Zulhaimi Bin Mohd Yusoff
“1. We are very grateful if the services are available
during weekend.
2. No information regarding PVC lounge in KLIA”
Normaliza
“Please send email updates when resort listing is
updated or changed. Please share other members'
feedback and response. Please create a platform where
members can discuss and share such as a forum”
Sivakami Visvalingam
“Suggest CHVC to provide more options to members to
exchange for other features for those who are not able
to utilize their entitlement such as buffet meals”
WinstonTan
“1. Offering special rate for room upgrading for members;
2. Special rate for members if member's entitlement
already fully utilized or not entitle during the year;
3. Increase more resorts in the list. The list is getting
shorter & limited, difficult for members to make a
booking since most of the time there is no vacant
room.”
Saiful Hisham Samhudi
YOU SAID IT
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We have received so
many valuable
feedback from you but
we could not possibly
feature all here, so we
picked the Best 15 to
share with you!

19. DREAM VACATION 17
IN THE WORDS OF OUR MEMBERS -
YOUR APPRECIATION IS OUR MOTIVATION…
While we are committedto continuously enhancing our membership value
to provide comfortable and pleasant holidays for the best interest of our members, please allow
us to also share some images of inconsiderate and irresponsible acts by some of our members
during their stays at our resorts…
While we are doing our best level to maintain each and every unit to its optimal condition, we seek members’ cooperation to
adhere to the rules and regulations of the resorts for the long-term comforts of other members and guests.
We thank you for taking good care of the resorts as your Holiday Home and we look forward to serving you better in many more
years to come!
Stained bed
sheets
Bed dissembled,
not returned to
original state
Cigarette buds left
inside the drawer of
the bedside table
Blood stains on
towels
Beer bottles & cans
in dirtied room
Dirty towels &
garbage left on
the floor
Dear Cik Shah,
I had received the confirmation slip for my reservation to EQH.
I appreciate your excellent service for the above matter. Thank
you very much.
With Best Wishes and Regards
Giam Kee Soong
Hi Saadah,
Thank you for sending the confirmation slip to us. This is
actually for our wedding anniversary ......so, thank you again
for making our holiday at our hearts desired resort come true.
Best of regards,
Mrs. Lai
Hi. A big thank you for you Nur Saadah for your swift, warm,
kind assistance in helping me to obtain the rooms. Thanks is
also extended to Pat Leow and all who have assisted in one
way or other. Very good and always keep up the excellent
work!
Regards
Mrs Yee
Ammelia... thanks very much for the splendid job in securing
my booking at Century Bay, Penang. It has been a delight
talking to you yesterday morning and am very pleased with
your prompt response and professionalism in handling my
booking. Thanks again for making me & my wife a very happy
customer. May God Bless you & your team at PVC.
Regards
ZAINAL
Dear Sirs, my membership is M0820188. I have dealt with
Saadah, your customer service rep for twice and I am really
impressed over her immediate and responsible response. It is
very fortunate of Palace Vacation Club having her. She is the
value and asset of the Company. I have not met her and do not
know how she looks like. From her response, I believe she must
always carry her attractive smiles. She can be the model of
customer service that we are proud of.
Abi Lau
Dear Ms. Ada
Thank you for your excellent service!You have been very
patient and helpful. Have a nice day!
Warm Regards,
Ms. Kam
Dear Ammelia
I really really amazed with your prompt service! Everything
settled in less than 3 hours! I thought after I checked on the
availability of the resort I still need to re-submit a fresh
application form, and you have saved my time! I appreciated
very much. Once again, thank you very much!
Regards
KIM
Thank you & highly appreciated with your effort &
understanding regarding my situation.
Rgds
Azhar Bin Maatan
For Maria, thank you very much puan....u all the best... ;-)
Faizal

20. DREAM VACATION18
OUR ANDALUCIAN HOLIDAY (14 – 22 February 2014)
MEMBER’S HOLIDAY DIARIES
Our Andalucian holiday started on the 14th
February 2014 when we flew from KL to Paris
on Air France at 11.40 pm, to arrive in Charles
de Gaulle airport at 6.10 the following
morning. At 10.30 am on the same day we flew
to Malaga on Air Europa. and arrived at 1pm.
Our daughter and her husband who were on
their honeymoon, arrived in Malaga a day
earlier.They picked us from the airport in a car
rented from SIXT car rental.
We checked-in at Club La Costa (CLC) World Resort in Mijas
Costa without much hassle. The reception staff was very polite
and was already expecting our arrival. We were very fortunate
to be given two 1-bedroom apartments at the San Diego
Suites. The resort is about 27 km from Malaga airport and 32
km from Malaga city centre. It was very well equipped with
excellent cooking facilities (induction stove, microwave oven
and electric oven), refrigerator, dishwasher and a washing
machine. The induction stove proved to be very useful as we
were able to prepare some home-cooked meals instead of
having to eat at restaurants. An electric kettle and toaster were
also provided.
There was also a central heating which was very useful, as the
nights could get very cold. In fact we had the heating on all the
time for as long as we were in the apartment. We also
discovered that the sofa in the living area could be converted
into a double bed for additional guests.
Each apartment has a balcony with a garden table and 4 chairs.
Both apartments were facing the swimming pool and
surrounded by beautiful Mediterranean green plants and
hibiscus hedges. The CLC management even provided us with
breakfast on our first day comprising bread, milk, butter, jam,
coffee, tea and sugar.
The facilities in CLC suites included an outdoor swimming pool,
fitness centre, and a clubhouse. There is also a smaller heated
outdoor swimming pool. Other facilities in CLC resort include
restaurants, a convenience store and pastry shop. A
tractor-drawn road train that goes round the resort every half
hour is a good way to see the whole place without tiring ones
feet
Having a rented car to drive to places of interest was
something that we couldn’t have done without. Malaga is
almost equidistant from Seville, Cordoba, Granada and
Gibraltar. These were places of our interest with each being
about a two-hour drive from the Resort. The nearest
interesting sites like Mijas and the city of Malaga were less
than half an hour away from the Resort. With so many
interesting sites to visit, it was a great pity indeed that we
didn’t spend much time to enjoy the excellent facilities at CLC.
We were just too busy every day visiting the historical remains
of the 700-year Islamic (Moors) Ottoman Empire that ruled
Spain from mid-8th to mid-15th Century AD.
The highlights of our visit were the Nasrid Palaces in
AlHambra, Granada to see the remains of the beautiful Islamic
architecture in Spain, the Alcazaba fortress and museum
showing the remains of the Moors in Malaga, the Mesquita
which is the grandiest and most beautiful mosque built by the
Moors in Cordoba which now used as Church, the Toros in
Seville which is the second oldest bullfight ring in Spain and the
famous rock of Gibraltar. Apart from visiting these historical
places, we also had the opportunity to do some shopping. In
Mijas, which we visited on the second last day of our stay in
Andalucia, we had English tea with scones in a tea-house
operated by an English couple. A visit to Ronda, another
interesting city situated on a rocky mountainous area, an
hour’s drive from Malaga, with beautiful and breathtaking cliffs
was one of the highlights of our tour.
Regards,
Samad Solbai
Member since 19/06/2001

21. DREAM VACATION 19
My family and I decided to have a short
gateway to Phuket to celebrate my
granddaughter’s 4th birthday in February. It
was quite a last minute plan, but nevertheless
we managed to grab the flight tickets on 9th
Feb to 14th Feb 2014 as well as booked for
accommodations via Palace Vacation Club.
To our surprise, we were offered to stay in a Royal lighthouse
(private villa) with 3 spacious bedrooms which could
accommodate the 6 of us comfortably. The villa was fully self
contained with all the necessities. This has made our stay a
memorable one and to this day we still talk about the
memories we had during our short stay at the villa.
It was an ad hoc decision to go for a short
trip to cameron highland with the whole
family. Luckily even though i placed the
bookings within a week time the PVC staff
is so accommodative and efficient.
By the 2nd day I had my confirmation bookings ready and it
was so convenient. I booked at equatorial hotel cameron
highland. When we reached there the check-in was smooth and
easy. Just show the confirmation print out you will get your key
card. The apartment at the hotel is so cozy with 2 spacious
rooms and a hall. The location is very strategic (next to the very
famous Kea Farm).
While we were there even though for a short trip we managed
to go to the "pasar malam", kea farm of course, strawberry
plucking which my daughter enjoyed so much. Taste a unique
sets of tea at sungai palas boh tea plantation, visited the
butterfly farm and ate the best steamboat ever at snack corner.
Lastly we closed the trip with a nice refreshing picnic at Lata
Iskandar before heading back home with all the sweet
memories.
My daughter said she had the best ever time on this trip. So
when she's happy I'm happy :)
Thank you PVC for being part of my great vacation.
Puan Sharifah Shahira Wafa
Member since 23/04/2013
Phuket is indeed a heavenly place to relax and distress. We
visited Phi Phi Island for snorkeling and swimming, The
breath-taking view og Maya Bay and the crystal clear water in
Phi Phi Island, Patong Beach & all beaches will always be in our
memories. My granddaughter enjoyed the most at the Phuket
Fantasea dinner show. The performance was magnificent
according to her.
In short, we enjoyed our vacation tremendously, and it was one
of the best birthday celebration my granddaughter will ever
had. Thank you Palace Vacation Club for making our holiday an
unforgettable one..
From
Jamaliah & family
Member since 01/05/2002
Resort: Royal Lighthouse Villa at Boat Lagoon

22. DREAM VACATION20
MEMBER’S HOLIDAY DIARIES
Tentang hotel, alhamdulillah sangat berpuas hati. .. Bilik yang
disediakan besar dan sangat selesa (2 katil saiz queen) untuk
kami sekeluarga. Tambahan pula, lokasi sangat strategik
bersebelahan dengan shopping complex dan tidak jauh jika
ingin ke Danga Bay atau Legoland.
Kami melawat Legoland hari kedua. Anak-anaklah yang paling
seronok sekali. Terasa masuk ke dunia imaginasi
tambah-tambah lagi untuk pecinta LEGO. Siapa yang tak suka
kan? :D Walaupun sesak dengan ramai pelawat tapi itu tak
menghalang kami untuk cuba semua permainan yang ada.
Kebanyakan permainan lebih sesuai untuk umur-umur anak
lingkungan 3-12 tahun.
Esoknya kami sambung meneroka taman tema USS di
Singapura pula. Kami parking kereta di stesen bas Larkin dan
beli pakej tiket bas ke USS. Jarak hendak ke Stesen bas Larkin
Cuma 5km dari Hotel Mutiara. Berbanding dengan Legoland, di
sini banyak permainan yang lebih sesuai dan mencabar untuk
orang dewasa. Tetapi banyak juga permainan yang sesuai
anak-anak kecil. Cuma memandangkan hari kami pergi tu
kebetulan jatuh pada cuti Deepavali, sangat ramai pelawat jadi
perlu beratur panjang untuk main satu-satu permainan.
Seharian suntuk juga berada di sana, pukul 8 malam baru kami
keluar dari USS.
Antara yang paling best adalah Miniland di mana ada berpuluh
replika bangunan yang menarik di seluruh Malaysia dan Asia
Tenggara yang dibina menggunakan LEGO. Mulut asik sebut
“WOW” bila tengok binaan LEGO tu.
Pendek kata, percutian kali ini sangat menggembirakan
walaupun penat sedikit. Sehingga sekarang anak-anak asyik
sebut perkataan Legoland dan watak kartun di USS sahaja.
Terserlah sungguh
kegembiraan mereka. Nampak
gaya ada harapan untuk ulang
pergi ke Johor lagi cuti-cuti di
sana :D.
Terima kasih Palace Vacation!
En. Zamily + Pn. Suzie
Member since 20/07/2008
Resort: Hotel Mutiara, Johor Bahru (2-5 Nov 2013)
LEGOLAND – USS: MOST EXCITING & FUN TRIP EVER!! (^_^)
Percutian kami kali ini bertemakan ‘theme park’
kerana kedua-dua tempat yang kami nak tuju adalah
Legoland dan Universal Studio Singapore (USS). Bab
penginapan tak perlu risau memandangkan Hotel
Mutiara JB adalah salah satu hotel yang ditawarkan
di bawah PVC, jadi kami dah buat tempahan awal
untuk menginap selama 4 hari/3 malam.

23. DREAM VACATION 21
Dear PVC,
We were very happy with this vacation. Being married for 6 years with 2 kids, this
vacation was definitely our second honeymoon after Krabi. The place was very nice and
beautiful. The scenery was simply mind-blowing. We were able to spend quality time
for each other and release our stress these few days. We also managed to bring back
this beautiful Red Amaryllis from Borneo Highlands.
We would like to thank Palace Vacation Club for giving us
this free vacation. We also would like to thank the person in
charge, Ms. Habibah for her effort that makes it possible for
us to enjoy this great holiday.
Regards,
T. Menaka A/P Veerachari
Member since 31/08/2012
Dear PVC,
We have been members of Palace Vacation Club (PVC) for few years now. It was always a
holiday trip that we looked forward each year. From Penang, up the mountains of
Cameron Highlands, east coast of Kuantan and down to Johor we were able to explore
because PVC is part of it. Being provided with superior accommodation for my entire
family removed any anxieties and helped our holiday get off to a tremendous start.
Out of all the places we’ve been, Cameron Highland is a place that made us always feel
“HOME”. Cool weather paired with varieties scrumptious food who would resist with
that (we don’t!). The accommodation at Equatorial Hotel was superb! We stayed in a low
rise two-bedroom apartment with an English architectural style building overlooking a
magnificent view of green hills (amazing!) and mountains (breathtaking!).
Staffs showed great customer care and we had no troubles upon arrival. Though we had
some inconvenience with the first apartment provided, they were able to assist
promptly and we manage to settle on the next apartment swiftly. The room had good
amenities and facilities. The balcony would always be the best part.
As this is our second time in this paradise, we explore new places and sites we haven’t
seen and discovered. The tranquillity place of Lavender Park was great experience. We
also tried to explore the Parit Falls however as rain and dark clouds came, we didn’t
manage to carry on. A picturesque of a unique coffee place – Earth House was a new
discovery. Also, we visited a Boh Tea Plantation at Sungai Palas.
We explored the mountains of Mt. Brinchang where one can view the sunrise however
due to the bad weather that morning; we are not able to see anything. Alternatively, we
travel around the Mossy Forest with chilly weather and slight drastic wind (we walk with
clenching jaws!) – Definitely the highlight of the best experienced we had!
We wouldn’t miss any good foods! Strawberries, sweet potatoes (we had lots!), fried
veggies, steamed and grilled corn, we all had those. A trip to the night market
wouldn’t be neglected. Charcoal steamed boat - hot soup, good meats and
fresh veggies, everything is full and satisfying!
It was another holiday filled with adventure and extreme happiness for
us. We would always be back to this blissful place. Cameron Highland is
definitely a “TREASURE” of Malaysia!
Cheers for more discovery and adventures with Palace Vacation Club!
Stayed November 20-23 2013, travelled as a OHANA.
Foo Tee Haw
Member since 10/08/2003

24. 30% Off
on school fee
For
Palace Vacation club
members!