Krabi Fun Family Holiday | Holiday Inn Resort | Ao Nang Beach (Part 1)

Air Asia Departing at Singapore Changi Airport

Our long awaited holiday is finally here. This time we are heading to Krabi, Thailand, the Land of Smiles. The flight time on Air Asia was about 2hrs. We had our hotel transport pick up waiting at the airport and it cost 850 baht one way.

Holiday Inn Krabi, Thailand

Rest & Relax area in Holiday Inn

Holiday Inn in Krabi

It was a 20-30mins drive to Holiday Inn Resort Krabi. Upon reaching we immediately fell in love with the surroundings. 

Check in area in Krabi, Holiday Inn

Checking in was a breeze. But when we were reached our room we realised it wasn't the room type we booked. For a moment, my heart sank, thinking there goes my holiday.

Old wing in Holiday Inn Krabi

While waiting for the change of room I managed to take some pictures of the old wing's room (pardon the quality of the photos as I forgot to bring my flash along hahaha).

It was more of a rustic feel comparing to the new wing's room. 

Family Suite in Krabi, Holiday Inn 

Family Suite in New Wing at Holiday Inn Krabi

My heart was full of thanks when we entered our new room. We had been upgraded to a Family Suite! It was an amazing suite and the beds were super comfortable. The suite came with a big bathroom, bunk beds and the TV area can accommodate friends to relax with wines and snacks.

After settling in the beautiful room, the children went for a swim. We had another family travelling with us which helps, as the children had so much fun together.

View from our room balcony

Children's play area

There were so many things available for children of different ages. Holiday Inn Resort Krabi has 3 pools, one at the old wing, one at the new wing and another pool with slides for the children.

There were also playground area and a trampoline near the swimming pools.

Kid's Club in Krabi, Holiday Inn

Entertainment for the children & adults

Not enough? There were also a Kids Club area for children and teenagers. Now the children had no lack of activities.

Dinner was in the hotel and we had seafood buffet. Fyi children below 12yrs old eat for free with every paying adult. 

The buffet wasn't fantastic, definitely need improvement.

Ended our 1st day with a good rest for our upcoming adventures. Stay tune for the adventures coming up in Part 2!

2D1N Batam Trip | Nagoya Hill Hotel | Nagoya Hill Mall

Horizon Ferry at Habourfront Ferry Terminal

Over the weekend we decided to do a short trip to Batam again, slightly more than a year since our last visit. This time we decided to stay at Nagoya area as we had been to Batam City side during the last visit.

Clean and Neat Horizon Ferry 

Departing from Singapore Harbourfront Ferry Terminal, we decided to take Horizon Ferry to Batam. It was one of the best choice of the trip. Unlike the other Batam ferry providers, this boat was so new and clean. Similar to the ferries going to Bintan.

Shops at Harbour Bay Batam Ferry Terminal

It was a great 45mins ferry ride to Harbour Bay Terminal, the nearest ferry terminal to Nagoya Hill. It was a pretty new terminal. The surroundings were still filled with constructions going on. Shops and eateries were spotted at the terminal.

We headed straight to get our return tickets for the next day as we wanted to take the 5.50pm ferry. At the terminal, we were approached by a Chinese man who provided transportation to anywhere in Batam.

So we decided to take the risk and took the transport to our booked hotel and paid RP$50000 (S$5.30). As the hotel was very near the terminal, we reached in less than 10 minutes.

Back of Nagoya Hill Hotel

Nagoya Hill Mall in Batam

Nagoya Hill Hotel Room 

We chose Nagoya Hill Hotel through Agoda and it was the best choice. Hotel's location was superb, just a stone throw away from the mall. Lots of massage parlours and food eateries.

Sakura Massage & Spa

We decided to check out the prices of the ever popular Majestic Spa & Massage. We were put off by the prices so we decided to try next door, Sakura Massage & Spa. The price wasn't as expensive as Majestic so we decided to have a try. The masseurs strength were alright but the environment wasn't relaxing at all. We had a whole 2hrs of raining sounds from above, think someone was doing major washing. Just our 'lucky day' I guess.

Ayam Penyet at Nagoya Hill Mall

Dinner we had Ayam Penyet from this stall and it was very yummy. The chicken was very tender (ps. I hate breast meat) to my liking.

Ended the day with a movie (watched Deadpool) that cost S$2.60 each.

Breakfast buffet at Nagoya Hill Hotel

Next day we had our breakfast in the hotel. The buffet spread was fantastic and we were told the selections changes everyday. You must try the Lupis dessert. It's super yummy!

We continued our search on massages in this area. Decided to try Go Massage. We message them on Facebook and manage to get a slot. There was a complimentary pick up to and fro so do check with them.

We thought we had chosen a better massage place today but to our dismay it was as bad as yesterday. Ok maybe just slightly better than yesterday. It wasn't relaxing at all. Phone calls were ringing from other patrons and they spoke loudly. The masseurs don't have a standard style of massage even though we both chose aromatherapy massage.

We noticed the prices of the massages at Nagoya Hill area is on the high side, the food prices had increase over the years. Shopping for our toiletries was good as usual due to exchange rate.

I guess for the next trip (if there is), we won't be there for the massage anymore. The massages were not relaxing at all.

Sunset at Batam

Till the next welovedayout holiday! Blessed Thursday everyone!