Saturday 28 April 2018

Weekend in Krabi

Hello there...

Krabi is famous for its many beautiful scenic islands with white sandy beaches. They became even more so after the movie, Beach starring Leonardo De Caprio. It is the perfect holiday destination for those looking for a relaxing area. But if you wanted some adventure to your holiday, they do offer many too, such as island- hopping, snorkelling, rock climbing, sea kayaking, fishing, jungle trekking, scuba diving, ATV, elephant ride and a few more I could not remember.

There are so many hotels and resorts to choose from but after a few weeks, we decided on beautiful Nakamanda Resort and Spa, Krabi, Thailand We stayed at the hotel for 4 days and 3 nights. The hotel did not serve halal food but out of their own courtesy, they had made halal selections for us. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. Because the resort is situated on a hilly area, they have made many stairs to climb. (See my picture below).



Below is the hotel's layout.  Don't you think it is helpful if you have the hotel's layouts? I find it rather useful to know. So I may choose or prebooked a room(s) best suited for me and my family.


This is my first time wearing Bokitta while travelling. I have to say it was quick and stylish at the same time. If my Bokitta went askew, which happened alllll the time, I could readjust it in seconds.  Bokitta is the best travelling scarf without compromising my Deen.


While we were there, we partook in four trips. Two of the trips were complimentary from the hotel which took us to Ao Nang Market and the Night Market.  The remaining trips were the jungle tour and the four island boat ride. Total cost for three adults was RM600 which was much cheaper than our Langkawi tour package. Huhuhu...


Day 1: Jungle Tour
Friday 27/4/2018
8 am - 4 pm

Hotspring Waterfall

The day started with the trip to the jungle. Once we reached there, we had to walk for 300 metres to the hotspring from where we parked our car. After half an hour dipped, we were called back to our next destination.


The Emerald Pool

There is no other explanation as to why it was named as such except that it is truly green. It is not the water though but the algae underneath it. The rest is science, which I rather not explain... 😒



Lunch Break 

Inclusive in the package, we were served tasty sweet sour chicken, fried vegetables, tomyam chicken and watermelon for lunch.  


Tiger Cave Temple

Our last destination was the Temple. Once, there were tigers prowling here, hence the name, but now not anymore.  Huhuhu...


Day 2: Island Trip
Saturday 28/4/2018
8 am - 2 pm

On this trip, I had planned to wear my Nashata's sports hijab but unfortunately, I accidentally left it behind. So I had to wear my Ariani's basic hijab instead. Nashata has a very good sports outfit selections. The shirt I wore was not actually for swimming, but because it is loose, long and somewhat quick drying, I opted to wear it even though I have a swimming outfit in my cupboard.

Pra-Nang Cave Beach
Island Trip

Our day begins with a ride on a 600hp boat to the four islands. The first one was Pra-Nang Cave Beach. We were there for only thirty minutes.  We took some pictures and then off to Tub Island for snorkelling. On the way there, we passed an island that looked like a 🐓 head. Thus the name, Chicken Island.

Chicken Island

Tub Island

Poda Island


Our last stop was Poda Island where we had our lunch; rice, chicken ginger, fried egg and fruits. An hour and a half later, we headed home.

At 5 pm on the same day, we went to the night market at the heart of Krabi. I wore my favourite palazzo by Tiedye Specialist and pair with a matching top by Zara.  Ah yes, to complete the look, I styled it with Bokitta scarf.  Perfecto!!!



That is all from Krabi. Until next time...






Friday 27 April 2018

Makeup Essentials for Minimilist Travellers


Hey you travellers... 

Do you bring any makeup when you travel? Most of the time i don't; solely because there're just troublesome.  I prefer to go bare with only sunscreen to protect my skin. Yes Alicia, i support you... However nowadays, i feel the need to have some color to my pale cheek and a touch of red on my lips. 

So let me share with you the make up i brought for my beach holiday this weekend.



I wear Chanel lip balm almost daily to prevent my lips from drying. It can be slightly uncomfortable for first timers because the texture is quite thick. But because i have good experiences using it in dry and cold weather, i trust it will not fail me anywhere else.


Dior Lip and Cheek Glow
Having this dior product makes my sling bag a ton lighter.  Neither do i need to carry blushers with its brush nor the lipstick.. I just chuck  the dior glow in the my bag and off i go. It is that easy. Wish they make it in many shades.




Yes another lip balm.  Looks like i'm a lip balm addict. Hahaha. I love this one because of the presense of sunscreen, SPF 25, in its formula. There's a few shades to choose from but the one i love are only 2: Simply Rose and .....





There are so many good reviews i read and heard on this product. One particular review that got my full attention is the lip pucking thing. Hahaha. I have tried but i did not see any difference besides my lips felt slightly swollen. It is just the feeling you know... to say the lips actually puckered literally, i have yet to see.. Question is... Will i buy it again?  Hmmmm.. we'll see.





It has 6 different shades piled up into one long silinder.  Clever huh?  The shades are very light. Perfect for daily wear.  


There you go. All 5 most basic make up essentials for me when i go out and about. The end results is almost bare with a touch of freshness. If you have 10 minutes to spare, do add in some eye liner and mascara.  As for my eyebrow, is it thick enough as it is. So i would not bother much about it. 

I am in Krabi now... so you there.

Signing off ...


Wednesday 25 April 2018

AVENGERS INFINITY WAR PART 1

  

 Wow! It was beyond my expectation.  Their cost of making the movie (USD$300M to USD$400M) was definitely well spent. 

   The reason I went to see the movie in the first place was to chaperon my son and his friends. I expected the movie to be, well, more so like normal superhero movies. But to my relief and surprise, it was NOT!  I couldn't find one outstanding character that outshone the rest because they were all superb. Hmmm... except one! QUILLLLLL ...why la youuuuuuu... hahahaha. 

   Go and watch for yourself why I was so frustrated with his character. I expect the movie to be a huge blockbuster and thus the tickets will be sold out for weeks. Book now! You wouldn't want to be THE ONLY ONE without the knowledge of the war... THE  INFINITY WAR!

Now, I can't wait for Part 2 to come out next year.

Ah yes. Before you go, do watch this video first. 

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU SEE AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR


Tuesday 24 April 2018

HAALLLLOOOOOOO....

    It has been a longggggg break since my last write up. So much things had happened.  Good and sad .. but alas, they were part and parcel of life. The good, Alhamdulillah and the sad ones, well, Alhamdulillah too.  They are all good for me for HE only gives us the best!




    Ok now, let's begin.... A new journey.... A new beginning. With HIS Blessings,



                                     BISMILLAHIRRAHMANIRRAHIM.