<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Changi Village Hotel <br /><br />[A Far East Hotel]<br />1 Netheravon Road<br /><br /><a href="http://www.changivillage.com.sg/index.cfm?id=8F130CB4-F206-A174-376690E6EE2F81B7">http://www.changivillage.com.sg/index.cfm?id=8F130CB4-F206-A174-376690E6EE2F81B7</a><br /><br />While waiting for hubs to finish his night race (marathon), lemme share<br />a gem of a place this Changi Village Hotel is. Some pictures to share too.<br />10 mins - 15 mins slow walk across the bridge will lead to cool breezy<br />Changi Beach. 5 mins out from the hotel is the Changi open street of<br />push carts and loads of makan places to explore! Extremely convenient.<br />There's CHEERS and 7-11 for the late snack cravings and also the main<br />Nasi Lemak attraction at Changi Village itself. People are queueing in<br />troves till now! Happening!!!  :shock: <br /><br />A cosy nook for a day with your spouse. Check in here is at 2pm and<br />check out is at 12nn the following day. Reservations can be made with<br />choice to have it with or without b'fast. The kiddies are with grandpa so<br />here i am enjoying some me time... nice music on... air con full blast on<br />a warm nite... there's cable too if you're the TV kind AXN and STAR <br />MOVIES and also pay on demand. Broadband surfing available from<br />the comfort of the rooms. <br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aVTSXAJ">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aVTSXAJ</a><br /><b><b>Queen Bed with nice soft extra long pillows...  :love: </b></b><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=Pq1cAnbA">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=Pq1cAnbA</a><br /><b><b>Neat sliding doors revealing closet space... safe included...</b></b><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aVTTC_9">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aVTTC_9</a><br /><b><b>Washing area... with ample mirror perimeter for some action in<br />the bathroom...  :evil: </b></b><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aVTU0WA">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aVTU0WA</a><br /><b><b>Cosy tub for couple soaking time...  :hugs: </b></b><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aVTUsn9">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aVTUsn9</a><br /><b><b>Blinds can roll up to see thru' the bedroom area...<br />If lonely showering alone with an \"un-sporting\" &amp; <br />\"un-participating\" spouse... roll up to entice... hehee..</b></b><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=Pq1cDgh0">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=Pq1cDgh0</a>   <a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=Pq1d6lYA">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=Pq1d6lYA</a><br /><br /><b><b>Nice sitting area by the window can also provide alternative <br />romp space, hahaa!... and again there's a nice long mirror to<br />indulge in your own sexy moments..  :love: </b></b><br /><br />All this for abt SGD $188 for a quickie escape for 2.<br />And with the convenient amenities, it is a great place<br />to tuck into without the kiddies.  <img src="https://forum.kiasuparents.com/assets/plugins/nodebb-plugin-emoji/emoji/android/1f609.png?v=f4f27f6278e" class="not-responsive emoji emoji-android emoji--wink" style="height:23px;width:auto;vertical-align:middle" title=":wink:" alt="😉" /></p>]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/topic/3483/nice-destinations-for-ks-couple-time</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 20:12:02 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://forum.kiasuparents.com/topic/3483.rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2009 19:34:28 GMT</pubDate><ttl>60</ttl><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Thu, 10 Nov 2011 03:47:57 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Hi<br /><br /><br />I want to share what I have booked @Bintan Lagoon Resort for a <b><b>3D2N Deluxe Sea Facing room</b></b> stay.<br />We paid for a family of 4 @$680 (including ferry) to travel on the weekend of 2012 CNY.<br /><br />Adult nett SGD$270 (Be it twin or triple sharing)<br />Child nett SGD$70 w/o bed<br />Child nett SGD$195 w bed<br /><br />I booked thru agent, not sure if it will be cheaper to book directly from the resort.<br />If anyone else has the rate, could you please share.<br /><br />:thankyou:</p>]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/631632</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/631632</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[chatelaine]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 10 Nov 2011 03:47:57 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Thu, 28 Jul 2011 17:30:26 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p dir="auto">Hi thanks for the info. Sorry took so long to thank you.<br /><br /><br />In the end I only went JB to have 1 night stay over when my parents look after my daughter. We did that about twice seems the Jan this year. Now I am deciding if to bring my 19 mth DD along. We intend to go bintan or batam soon.<br /><br />I am thinking maybe Bintan Lagoon or Nirwana or even holiday inn.<br /><br />I have heard very good things about club med but they are really too expensive. With that money, I will go for longer holiday at farther destination.</p>
]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/514755</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/514755</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[EASON MAGPIES]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2011 17:30:26 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Thu, 21 Jul 2011 13:35:30 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Dear all<br /><br /><br />Any romantic places for couples to relax, rekindle, refresh............ :celebrate:</p>]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/501236</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/501236</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[flyfree]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2011 13:35:30 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Sat, 16 Jul 2011 16:37:28 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p dir="auto">hi friends , any nice destinations( local/ overseas) for rekindle husband/wife relationship?</p>
]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/492610</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/492610</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[flyfree]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 16 Jul 2011 16:37:28 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Tue, 12 Jul 2011 04:08:49 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p dir="auto">Should try pulau redang</p>
]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/482971</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/482971</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kopiseesiewtai]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2011 04:08:49 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Tue, 12 Jul 2011 03:01:02 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>wow thanks... :xedfingers:</p>]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/482697</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/482697</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[SBKS]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2011 03:01:02 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Wed, 25 May 2011 16:17:14 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Package to jump meaning to stay over 2 or 3 different resorts within a 3 day package issit?<br /><br /><br />My entire family around 8 of us stayed at Mayang Sari once and we ate, swam and had<br />massage done at Nirwana Gardens but we retired back in our room after all the fun is<br />done. No probs.. <img src="https://forum.kiasuparents.com/assets/plugins/nodebb-plugin-emoji/emoji/android/1f604.png?v=f4f27f6278e" class="not-responsive emoji emoji-android emoji--smile" style="height:23px;width:auto;vertical-align:middle" title=":D" alt="😄" /></p>]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/430168</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/430168</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[buds]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 25 May 2011 16:17:14 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Wed, 25 May 2011 10:10:37 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p dir="auto">i like nirwana gardens also…we went there before having kids and love the swimming pool and the activities they have there. 3d2n is just enuff…any longer will be sian liao.<br /><br /><br />do they have those package that allows us to jump from gardens to mayang sari to bintan lagoon or similar?</p>
]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/429985</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/429985</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[SBKS]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 25 May 2011 10:10:37 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Sun, 30 Jan 2011 10:56:54 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Heyya EASON MAGPIES, while kids' clubs generally are able to accept 3-4yrs old<br /><br />children without their parents for a small fee, children younger than that presch-<br />going-age can also be minded by hiring a babysitter. By this i mean, there are<br />resorts/hotels that offer babysitting services and this service is usually up on<br />their websites. Presch-going-aged children can usually be left the entire day<br />@ the kids' clubs for a small/nominal fee of S$10.. (may be more depending on<br />individual resort rates) and will be indulged in a host of activities as planned by<br />the kids' club. During festive seasons, the clubs sometimes have extra activities<br />planned for the children... like fancy dress party... children's carnival... and so<br />on. During one of our trips to Phuket, Ramada Resort Karon... offered to babysit<br />our children including meals! The children loved it so much they told us to shoo<br />for jalan-jalan (shoping trips) without them readily and told us to just leave em'<br />there... in their own words, \"We don't mind.. you two can go have your own<br />quiet time without the kids.\" :lol: <br /><br />During one of our trips to Bintan Lagoon Resort, they offered in-room massage<br />services, as well as their signature spa treatments at their spa rooms. As our<br />girls were still very small then, we took up the in-room massage. We took turns<br />to have our one-hour-traditional-javanese-massage in the comfort of our own<br />room and took turns to play with the children. <br /><br />The spa in Desaru Pulaie Beach Resort allowed us to bring our children into the<br />treatment rooms. We opted for the couple massage so we got to do our spa<br />package together, while the kiddies ate chips, played their own games &amp; do<br />their drawings in their scrapbook (plus we bought them sticker books) and <br />even eventually took a nap on the sofa as we were almost done.  <br /><br />One well-known resort, Club Med, is one place where children as young as a 2-mth<br />old infant can be left to the GROs to care for while parents indulge in their spa<br />sessions. In fact, over at Club Med it seems that they encourage all their patrons<br />to enjoy their own personal time and just remember to pick their children up <br />thereafter for family time. They also have buffet meals for all three meals a day<br />and free flow of drinks. Activities for the older children can also include with or<br />without instruction from a qualifiied coach/instructor. We have yet to try Club<br />Med mainly due to the cost, but definitely is in our list of to-go-to list. <img src="https://forum.kiasuparents.com/assets/plugins/nodebb-plugin-emoji/emoji/android/1f609.png?v=f4f27f6278e" class="not-responsive emoji emoji-android emoji--wink" style="height:23px;width:auto;vertical-align:middle" title=":wink:" alt="😉" /><br /><br />You may email the resorts directly to find out if they indeed offer babysitting<br />services as sometimes these webbies aren't updated for quite awhile.<br /><br />Dunno if this helps.<br /><br />Regards, buds.</p>]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/349486</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/349486</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[buds]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 30 Jan 2011 10:56:54 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Tue, 11 Jan 2011 16:59:02 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p dir="auto">In the end miss the xmas trip cause was partly busy with work, partly dunno what to do with DD. Really hope to go during CNY.<br /><br /><br />So anyone can tell me if any of the kids club in these resort have minders that can take care of my 1year old nicely for 2-3 hours???</p>
]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/331129</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/331129</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[EASON MAGPIES]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 11 Jan 2011 16:59:02 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Tue, 21 Dec 2010 02:08:07 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p></p><blockquote><b>buds:</b><blockquote style="border:1px solid black"> All 5 resorts under Nirwana Gardens got free wi-fi access!  <img src="https://forum.kiasuparents.com/assets/plugins/nodebb-plugin-emoji/emoji/android/1f609.png?v=f4f27f6278e" class="not-responsive emoji emoji-android emoji--wink" style="height:23px;width:auto;vertical-align:middle" title=":wink:" alt="😉" /></blockquote></blockquote><br />Hi buds,<br /><br />Yup!  That's was the first thing I told my husband and that's how he got connected and let me read KSP on his handphone - and that was when I saw your fantastic avatar at Nirwana Gardens.  Kee....hee...hee! <br /> <img src="https://forum.kiasuparents.com/assets/plugins/nodebb-plugin-emoji/emoji/android/1f609.png?v=f4f27f6278e" class="not-responsive emoji emoji-android emoji--wink" style="height:23px;width:auto;vertical-align:middle" title=":wink:" alt="😉" /><p></p>]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/316551</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/316551</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[DesertWind]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 21 Dec 2010 02:08:07 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Tue, 30 Nov 2010 19:02:32 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p dir="auto">This is a very good thread. Been thinking of going to either Bintan or Batam for this christmas 24th for 1 or 2 nights trip.<br /><br /><br />Wife don’t want to spend too much money and DD only 11 months old so not sure if we should leave if with my parents or bring her along. If we bring DD along then both of us might as well stay in Singapore. The kids club sure sound interesting but I think they probably cannot baby sit her since she is only 11 months.<br /><br />I just wanted a 2-3 hours massage time with DW.<br /><br />Almost Christmas still not confirmed plans yet.</p>
]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/306903</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/306903</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[EASON MAGPIES]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 2010 19:02:32 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Tue, 26 Jan 2010 09:58:34 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>To be continued... hubs coming back liao. :siam:<br /><br /><br />Next up.. something for couple time. :evil:<br /><br />The Tea Tree Spa Review.. :drool:<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=PqcC2o9">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=PqcC2o9</a></p>]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/113215</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/113215</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[buds]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 09:58:34 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Tue, 26 Jan 2010 09:51:09 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Am reminiscing some nice moments my family and i had taken on our<br /><br />short getaways. Here's another place to share with all. Though it would<br />be lovely to have gone without the kiddies in tow, no regrets. Cause at<br />Holiday Inn Batam, not only do you get to do couple time... the kiddies<br />are well taken care of. Read on if you're keen to take a short trip any-<br />time soon... For those wanting to take a quickie break during CNY to<br />avoid the relatives, you guys can chill here till the coast is clear. :lol:<br /><br />As usual, i simply did a quick click on <a href="http://www.holidaybagus.com/Group-Batam.html">http://www.holidaybagus.com/Group-Batam.html</a> which i've bookmarked <br />as one of my favourite sites for short getaways. As we just wanted a <br />short trip to a venue without floods or quakes last Dec 09, we decided to <br />go for Batam. As we've tried quite a few in Batam from the city hotels + <br />tours plus the Turi Resort at Nongsa, this time i decided on Holiday Inn @ <br />Waterfront City. I found myself attracted to what i googled on the web &amp; <br />my instincts brought us to one nice chill nook within the hour.  :rahrah:<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.postimage.org/">http://www.postimage.org/</a><br /><br /><br />I made a quick call to the accommodating agents at Holiday Bagus<br />Peninsula Plaza and told them i'd be confirming with them shortly<br />after hubs okay-ed it. We were quoted these rates.<br /><br />Adult Twin : SGD $ 135.00 per pax<br /><br />Child with bed : SGD $ 113.00 per pax<br /><br />Child without bed : SGD $ 50.00 per pax<br /><br />All in all we paid SGD $433.00 for the 4 of us. :celebrate:<br />Monies paid include 2 way return ferry tickets, 2 nights<br />accommodation plus daily breakfast for all four of us. Oh<br />yes, land transfers are also included. <br /><br />As usual, i would be checking out sites everywhere for<br />facilities within resort and within the town plus the different<br />activities they offer for adults and children alike.<br /><br />Here was a brief overview of the resort &gt; <a href="http://www.holidaybagus.com/Waterfront_Hotels_-_Holiday_Inn.html">http://www.holidaybagus.com/Waterfront_Hotels_-_Holiday_Inn.html</a><br /><br />Price wise... not too bad. And now for the real thing...<br />Why real thing? Cause pictures lie. And the pictures in <br />certain sites are like dated 10yrs ago and without any<br />maintenance especially for resorts, the place tend to look<br />kinda old and everywhere would be creaking... :roll:<br /><br />I was informed that the ferry ride from Harbour Front Ferry Terminal <br />would take us about 45mins there. We parked one big luggage packed<br />for all 4 of us at Banquet while waiting for our ferry. We had something<br />light to eat before boarding to ensure we won't get too sea sick from an<br />empty stomach. Waterfront City was the second stop so we didn't alight<br />when the captain announce arrival at Sekupang (first stop).<br /><br />Upon arrival at Waterfront Terminal, we were segregated by two groups.<br />One group queued up altogether upon being greeted by staff from Harris<br />Resort and then there was us : two families who opted for Holiday Inn.<br />Tho' we didn't receive preferential welcome unlike the Harris Resort-ers,<br />our immigration procedures were swift and barely took minutes. <img src="https://forum.kiasuparents.com/assets/plugins/nodebb-plugin-emoji/emoji/android/1f609.png?v=f4f27f6278e" class="not-responsive emoji emoji-android emoji--wink" style="height:23px;width:auto;vertical-align:middle" title=":wink:" alt="😉" /><br /><br />A polite staff from Holiday Inn welcomed us and requested we follow him<br />to the transport which was a small van. It could fit both the two families.<br />I told the children to lean back thinking it was gonna be some time before<br />we reached the resort, but like barely 2 minutes into the land transfer, we<br />were already there! :shock: Very near! Harris Resort though, was a little<br />further up front.<br /><br />I checked us all in and confirmed our ferry timing back as well just to<br />ensure we could get available seats cause on the day we were going <br />back, we were informed there was gonna be quite a big crowd returning<br />to Singapore... some tourists from Japan included.<br /><br />The porter brought our luggage and led us to our room on the third floor<br />of the resort. We were pleased that since we went weekdays, our unit had<br />partial pool view from the veranda. <img src="https://forum.kiasuparents.com/assets/plugins/nodebb-plugin-emoji/emoji/android/1f609.png?v=f4f27f6278e" class="not-responsive emoji emoji-android emoji--wink" style="height:23px;width:auto;vertical-align:middle" title=":wink:" alt="😉" /><br /><br />This was the view that greeted us when we came into our room.<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=TsQbdsJ">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=TsQbdsJ</a>     <a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=PqcnUV9">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=PqcnUV9</a>     <a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=TsQbzV0">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=TsQbzV0</a><br /><br /><b><b>So best the main bedroom can close with sliding doors! :evil:</b></b><br /><br /><br /><b><b>We realised that the room was more apartment styled as compared to<br />the usual resorts that come only with the usual queen/king bed, bathrm,<br />dressing table area... so it was a nice change. <img src="https://forum.kiasuparents.com/assets/plugins/nodebb-plugin-emoji/emoji/android/1f604.png?v=f4f27f6278e" class="not-responsive emoji emoji-android emoji--smile" style="height:23px;width:auto;vertical-align:middle" title=":D" alt="😄" /></b></b><br /><br /><br /><b><b>This is the view at/from the balcony.</b></b><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=TsQc0lA">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=TsQc0lA</a>     <a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=TsQc5kS">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=TsQc5kS</a><br /><br /><br /><b><b>This is the view of the other parts of our room. <img src="https://forum.kiasuparents.com/assets/plugins/nodebb-plugin-emoji/emoji/android/1f609.png?v=f4f27f6278e" class="not-responsive emoji emoji-android emoji--wink" style="height:23px;width:auto;vertical-align:middle" title=":wink:" alt="😉" /></b></b><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=PqctM4i">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=PqctM4i</a>     <a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=gxyohkJ">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=gxyohkJ</a>     <a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=Pqcua0J">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=Pqcua0J</a>     <a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aV1Wvzg9">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aV1Wvzg9</a>       <a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=TsQfMj9">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=TsQfMj9</a>     <a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aV1WAtyS">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aV1WAtyS</a><br /><br /><b><b>Wardrobe came with a safe and even ironing board + iron. Some resorts<br />only provide this if you make special request. A few resorts i've been to<br />have a special ironing room. :shock: Everyone who wants to press their<br />own clothes will go to that one particular room. Hehee.. :lol:</b></b><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=PqcyNRr">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=PqcyNRr</a><br /><br /><br /><b><b>This is the small kitchen/kitchenette area behind the TV area.</b></b><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=PqczvL0">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=PqczvL0</a>     <a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=gxyufZi">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=gxyufZi</a><br /><br /><br />Since we already ate before reaching Batam, we decided to just dump<br />our luggage bag (which we packed really light) and tour around the plc<br />together. The girls as usual got hyped up upon seeing there was a Kids<br />Club and pestered us to make that our first stop.<br /><br /><b><b><br />Called Panda Kids Club, the atmosphere that greeted us was a really<br />spacious room equipped with the usual masak-masak toys (kitchen play).</b></b><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aV1WqsuJ">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aV1WqsuJ</a>     <br /><br /><a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=TsQc_I9">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=TsQc_I9</a><br /><br /><b><b><br />There was also a small library corner with books for different age range, <br />TV area with lotsa cushions and bean bags on the added upper floor, a <br />small slide for indoor play and a gaming area (i saw x-box console). </b></b><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aV1Wu0ZA">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aV1Wu0ZA</a>     <a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=PqctpD0">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=PqctpD0</a>     <a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=PqcrbX0">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=PqcrbX0</a>     <a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aV1WqEYr">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aV1WqEYr</a>     <a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=TsQdeG0">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=TsQdeG0</a><br /><br /><br /><b><b>Small shelves at the entrance displayed works of art done by some <br />kiddies and the minders. The minders will play with the children and<br />keep them occupied with different activities at different times of the<br />day. There can be fish feeding in the morning, shell craft in the aft..<br />and my girls couldn't be happier when they were told the first thing<br />they could do the minute they entered was painting! All it needed <br />was a simple form registration and SGD $5.00 for half a day or <br />SGD $ 10.00 for the whole day. I must say that's very cheap child<br />care. Parents only pay the sum if they decide to leave the children<br />there in the minders' care. </b></b><br /><br /><i><i><br />But if parents with smaller children wish to play with their own children <br />in the Kids Club or allow the minders to play with them but you're in the <br />area (so-called... with parental supervision), then no charge.</i></i><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aV1WqTWi">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aV1WqTWi</a>     <a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=TsQdr8J">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=TsQdr8J</a>     <a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=gxyncZS">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=gxyncZS</a>     <a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aV1WtbBA">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aV1WtbBA</a><br /><br /><b><b><br />The Kids Club also had a few garments up here for children to play dress ups. <img src="https://forum.kiasuparents.com/assets/plugins/nodebb-plugin-emoji/emoji/android/1f609.png?v=f4f27f6278e" class="not-responsive emoji emoji-android emoji--wink" style="height:23px;width:auto;vertical-align:middle" title=":wink:" alt="😉" /><br />My girls had fun changing clothes and some costumes here..</b></b><br /><br /><a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=TsQelw0">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=TsQelw0</a></p>]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/113205</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/113205</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[buds]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 09:51:09 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:47:16 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Yeah, EN... Gawd!  :roll:</p>]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/35006</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/35006</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[buds]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:47:16 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Sat, 20 Jun 2009 07:34:16 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>[quote]buds wrote: <br /><br />No problemo... One of my best girlfriend likes <br />to say, \"good things must share...\"  <br /><br />I hope that I am not \"included\" in this right?? [/quote]Gawd! :faint:</p>]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/34565</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/34565</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[en107rn.01056yahoo.01056com.01056sg]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2009 07:34:16 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Fri, 19 Jun 2009 18:04:00 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p></p><blockquote><b>buds:</b><blockquote style="border:1px solid black">Naaah.  <img src="https://forum.kiasuparents.com/assets/plugins/nodebb-plugin-emoji/emoji/android/1f61b.png?v=f4f27f6278e" class="not-responsive emoji emoji-android emoji--stuck_out_tongue" style="height:23px;width:auto;vertical-align:middle" title=":P" alt="😛" /> <br /><br /><br />You're not!  <img src="https://forum.kiasuparents.com/assets/plugins/nodebb-plugin-emoji/emoji/android/1f48b.png?v=f4f27f6278e" class="not-responsive emoji emoji-android emoji--kiss" style="height:23px;width:auto;vertical-align:middle" title=":kiss:" alt="💋" /></blockquote></blockquote>Glad to hear that dear!! :snuggles:<p></p>]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/34527</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/34527</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[buds hubs]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 18:04:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Fri, 19 Jun 2009 17:53:10 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Naaah.  <img src="https://forum.kiasuparents.com/assets/plugins/nodebb-plugin-emoji/emoji/android/1f61b.png?v=f4f27f6278e" class="not-responsive emoji emoji-android emoji--stuck_out_tongue" style="height:23px;width:auto;vertical-align:middle" title=":P" alt="😛" /> <br /><br /><br />You're not!  <img src="https://forum.kiasuparents.com/assets/plugins/nodebb-plugin-emoji/emoji/android/1f48b.png?v=f4f27f6278e" class="not-responsive emoji emoji-android emoji--kiss" style="height:23px;width:auto;vertical-align:middle" title=":kiss:" alt="💋" /></p>]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/34522</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/34522</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[buds]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 17:53:10 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Fri, 19 Jun 2009 17:47:13 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p></p><blockquote><b>buds:</b><blockquote style="border:1px solid black">No problemo... One of my best girlfriend likes<br /><br />to say, \"good things must share...\" <img src="https://forum.kiasuparents.com/assets/plugins/nodebb-plugin-emoji/emoji/android/1f609.png?v=f4f27f6278e" class="not-responsive emoji emoji-android emoji--wink" style="height:23px;width:auto;vertical-align:middle" title=":wink:" alt="😉" /></blockquote></blockquote>I hope that I am not \"included\" in this right?? :?<p></p>]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/34520</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/34520</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[buds hubs]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 17:47:13 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Fri, 19 Jun 2009 05:33:24 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Yap-per-dee-dooo!<br /><br /><br />This is buds for you!<br /><br />No problemo... One of my best girlfriend likes<br />to say, \"good things must share...\" <img src="https://forum.kiasuparents.com/assets/plugins/nodebb-plugin-emoji/emoji/android/1f609.png?v=f4f27f6278e" class="not-responsive emoji emoji-android emoji--wink" style="height:23px;width:auto;vertical-align:middle" title=":wink:" alt="😉" /></p>]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/34402</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/34402</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[buds]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 05:33:24 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Fri, 19 Jun 2009 04:51:21 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>[quote]EN wrote: <br /><br />However, Buds might get a better deal from the travel agent. <br /><br /><br />Hmmm.. I agree with you.. buds always acts as my agent for my \"Travel\" needs and not forgetting my other needs too!!... Ahakz.. [/quote]I'm quite particular too. Just that, the deals that I have gotten cannot be shared with others.  <img src="https://forum.kiasuparents.com/assets/plugins/nodebb-plugin-emoji/emoji/android/1f61b.png?v=f4f27f6278e" class="not-responsive emoji emoji-android emoji--stuck_out_tongue" style="height:23px;width:auto;vertical-align:middle" title=":P" alt="😛" /> <br /><br />Like ds school friend invited us to stay in Angsana Bintan FOC (a room to ourself) so that their only daughter has friends to play with.  <img src="https://forum.kiasuparents.com/assets/plugins/nodebb-plugin-emoji/emoji/android/1f609.png?v=f4f27f6278e" class="not-responsive emoji emoji-android emoji--wink" style="height:23px;width:auto;vertical-align:middle" title=":wink:" alt="😉" /> <br /><br />Book hotels using company's corporate rate which can be very attractive.  Free city tour when I meet up overseas colleague/relatives/ friends if I happen to tour to their country of residence. <br /><br />However, it is nice of Buds to share the name of the travel agent. As a kiasu parents, we must always keep our options open &amp; pick the best choice.</p>]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/34382</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/34382</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[en107rn.01056yahoo.01056com.01056sg]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 04:51:21 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Wed, 17 Jun 2009 06:56:15 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p></p><blockquote><b>EN:</b><blockquote style="border:1px solid black"> However, Buds might get a better deal from the travel agent.</blockquote></blockquote><br />Hmmm.. I agree with you.. buds always acts as my agent for my \"Travel\" needs and not forgetting my other needs too!!... Ahakz.. :lol:<p></p>]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/34003</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/34003</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[buds hubs]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2009 06:56:15 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Tue, 16 Jun 2009 14:51:48 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Yup. Actually, Batam too!<br /><br />Seafood, clothing, groceries<br />and many other items are<br />way cheaper... Bintan's only<br />off-factor is the currency<br />used is still in Sing.  <img src="https://forum.kiasuparents.com/assets/plugins/nodebb-plugin-emoji/emoji/android/1f61b.png?v=f4f27f6278e" class="not-responsive emoji emoji-android emoji--stuck_out_tongue" style="height:23px;width:auto;vertical-align:middle" title=":P" alt="😛" />  The<br />food and spas are as pricey<br />here except the ambience is<br />the main attraction.<br /><br />Chief, we paid SGD $604<br />for 2 adult and 2 children <br />package. Short getaways<br />via ferry is cheapest by<br />Holiday Bagus. I recce all<br />liao, that's why...  <img src="https://forum.kiasuparents.com/assets/plugins/nodebb-plugin-emoji/emoji/android/1f609.png?v=f4f27f6278e" class="not-responsive emoji emoji-android emoji--wink" style="height:23px;width:auto;vertical-align:middle" title=":wink:" alt="😉" /> <br />Kiasu mah.  :roll: <br /><br />Another attraction for us<br />are places with KIDS CLUB.<br />We also pack lighter with a<br />presence of a kids' club, cos<br />the kids have a lotta fun too<br />rather than just follow mummy<br />and daddy go shopping during<br />the stay. They do not have to <br />pack their stationery, craft stuff<br />or games as they're very occupied<br />with the activities at the kids club..<br /><br />Now with Nirwana Resort Centre,<br />where they have archery, elephant<br />and pony rides, trampoline play, air<br />rifle range, basketball, badminton <br />court, a soon-to-be gymnasium, <br />bowling centre, spa and a spanking<br />new food court... it's a good place to<br />have a chill with the whole family or<br />just a short romantic getaway for 2.<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aVHZiZ0">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aVHZiZ0</a>                                 <a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aVHZFqi">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aVHZFqi</a>                                <a href="http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aVI1749">http://www.postimage.org/image.php?v=aVI1749</a><br /><br />Activities @ <a href="http://www.nirwanagardens.com/index.php/view_c/view_index/activities_nrc.php">http://www.nirwanagardens.com/index.php/view_c/view_index/activities_nrc.php</a><br /><br />We've also stayed at Bintan Lagoon Resort &amp; <a href="http://www.nirwanagardens.com/index.php/view_c/view_index/ms_index.php">http://www.nirwanagardens.com/index.php/view_c/view_index/ms_index.php</a><br />Mayang Sari was ultra peaceful, calming, and boasts an extremely<br />beautiful sea view. Rooms are huge, unique decor, 4-poster bed,<br />bathtub, and a balcony area to enjoy the breeze... nice rustic feel.<br /><br /><a href="http://web.bintanlagoon.com/resort.shtml">http://web.bintanlagoon.com/resort.shtml</a>was so-so for us. But we find that the kids' club is bigger!<br />However, our girls were both a wee bit young then to enjoy any of the<br />features of the kids' club there. <img src="https://forum.kiasuparents.com/assets/plugins/nodebb-plugin-emoji/emoji/android/1f61b.png?v=f4f27f6278e" class="not-responsive emoji emoji-android emoji--stuck_out_tongue" style="height:23px;width:auto;vertical-align:middle" title=":P" alt="😛" /> We skipped the spa cos the kids were<br />too young to be babysat had we wanted to do a session, but we sure did<br />enjoy a memorable, relaxing full body massage in-room tho... That lady<br />had magic hands. We slept throughout the night and almost missed <br />breakfast. :lol: <br /><br />This is how <a href="http://web.bintanlagoon.com/accommodation.shtml">http://web.bintanlagoon.com/accommodation.shtml</a> are after the initial <br />stages of refurbishments. Waaaayy nicer than when we last visited. <br /><br />Our last Bintan trip was about 3 or 4 years ago..  <br /><br />:celebrate:</p>]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/33901</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/33901</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[buds]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2009 14:51:48 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reply to Nice Destinations For KS Couple Time on Tue, 16 Jun 2009 14:04:42 GMT]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>[quote]buds wrote: <br /><br />And ooh Chief.... <br /><br />All 5 resorts under Nirwana Gardens got free wi-fi access!  <br /><br /><br />Awright! Onz. It's been 5 years since we last went to Bintan. How much did it cost you?[/quote]Yes, Bintan is a great quick getaway for Singaporean. Stayed in Nirwana Gardens before in Banyu Biru. I love the spaciousness of the resort. It allows the visitors to use facilities from other resort as well. I like the huge swimming pools near Nirwana &amp; there's a smaller pool with a slide in the Banyu Biru area. <br /><br />As for the sea, I prefer the Banyan Tree ones. <br /><br />Here's the website for the rate: <a href="http://www.nirwanagardens.com">http://www.nirwanagardens.com</a> <br /><br />However, Buds might get a better deal from the travel agent.</p>]]></description><link>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/33896</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/33896</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[en107rn.01056yahoo.01056com.01056sg]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2009 14:04:42 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>