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spend around 14 days there. Please help me find good places to vist to chill out. Hve 2 kids also travelling with me and wife. (1yr& 4 yrs) should be fun for both kids and us.
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Malaysia is a good place for a holiday (living there is another matter). It usually makes the 'Best Destination List' (http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0198352.html). Locals wouldnt believe it but it was rated one of the safest places to visit in the world, along with Thailand and Singapore. Tourism is big business. Year 2007 is Visit Malaysia Year (http://www.tourism.gov.my/). It means more programmes for tourists.
You will probably land in the main airport, near Kuala Lumpur (KL). If your kids dont suffer vertigo, start at the KL tower (Menara KL - http://www.menarakl.com.my/) for lunch. Its a revolving restaurant....At night, you wont get the views. Easier to get in than the Petronas Towers (once tallest building).
KL's Butterfly park - little ones would like that. (http://www.malaysiasite.nl/butterflyeng.htm)
Nearby is the Bird Park - small netted enclosure which can be a bit humid but fun (http://members.tripod.com/~panseakl2002/birdpark.htm)
On the way back, stop at the National Mosque - its tranquil as long as you avoid prayer times and nice architecture. Toddlers LOVE to run the open spaces and keepers are tolerant if you dont go with shorts and sleevless and look like you respect their religion (they ask women to put on a modest robe they provide though)
KLCC menara Suria shopping Mall- where the towers are. This is the center of Western-hearted Malaysia. Dont buy the souvenirs there though they have fantastic shops for that there (unless you can break the bank)
For souvenirs, go Central Market - http://www.centralmarket-kl.com.my/ DO bargain or at least try. With chinese vendors, start with half the price they quote you if you dare, and go up.
These are all within the city. Taxis are ok but ALWAYS insist on the meter. (sometimes they pretend they forgot in order to rip you off) Never ever more than 20Malaysia Ringgit to these places.
The BIG 'secret' just for you (I was invited to go but didnt due to love problems): A day trip to Kuala Gandah Elephant Center where you can bathe and ride those creatures. (http://www.malaysiasite.nl/gandaheng.htm). Best way to get there is to hire a taxi which your hotel could help you with or you can plan with any taxi driver who seemed nice so far. I'd imagine 200 Malaysian Riggit would be good for them but dont go overboard. Please make everything clear before hand as to what is inclusive, return time etc so everybody will be happy at the end of the day.
Next- take the budget airline Air Asia flight to LANGKAWI ( http://www.airasia.com/site/en/home.jsp ) which is in north Malaysian peninsular on the border with Thailand and choc full of groovy things to do. (http://langkawi-info.com/)
I went to the night stalls in Kuah town with my sis- we had a blast eating local food, especially 'Satay' and 'Ice kacang'. But, get you injections first in case you dont have a strong stomach (not that its dirty).
Of all the beaches there, I would go Tanjung Rhu (Casuarina Beach http://langkawi-info.com/attractions/beaches.htm ) Why? First, because when its low tide, you can walk quite some way 'into the sea'. Second: From there ask around for a boat trip "to see/feed the eagles".....'Lang' is the dialect for 'Eagle' and you'll see why its called that. You'll be taken on a private little boat along the river until a spot where the man throws pieces of chicken.....Then the eagles swarm in....fantastic.
Also rent a taxi around the island and make sure you pass and stop at paddy fields......and rubber plantations.....or a road side stall set up by some villagers. We did and tried to buy some fried bananas- we were shocked how many bananas the girl wanted to give us for 10 ringgit....Well, its a village and things are cheaper.
We went to the Crocodile Farm - gobsmacking (http://www.affiliate.viator.com/brochure/product_show.jsp?CODE=3705LGK14&ID=1010&PRODUCTID=1016&AUID=3427)
Also went to this exotic restaurant off shore which you get to by the hotel's boat...Again we made the mistake of going at night so though the breeze was fantastic, we didnt see past the restaurant. Which hotel? Errr, forgot. Berjaya Langkawi Resort maybe http://www.berjayaresorts.com/index.html
After you've had enough/want more of/than Langkawi, fly AirAsia to the destination most people would not recommend you because its so exotic - Kelantan - the only state not governed by the same party as the government. Its run by the Islamic Party but dont buy the mumbo jumbo anti-propaganda especially since you are a family and not looking for illicit things.
Too bad the website is only in Malay http://www.kelantan.gov.my/
Why Kelantan? Because its differnt and out of the tourist-trap loop.See the wet market where women sell http://www.kelantan.gov.my/main.php?page=pusatbelibelah&sub=pasar
Night market - http://www.kelantan.gov.my/main.php?page=pusatbelibelah&sub=pasarmlm
Select to stay with a local family (they dot on foreign families) - http://www.kelantan.gov.my/main.php?page=homestay
Or another easy going beach chill out on the east coast is Cherating http://www.marimari.com/content/malaysia/popular_places/beaches/cherating/cherating.html
Why? Its traditional, east coast....Just the resorts would be family friendly...lots of running in coconut groves...Try Club Med http://www.clubmed.com.au/cherating/family.php
Or Legend Cherating http://www.marimari.com/hotel/malaysia/legend/cherating/index.html or Impian Resort http://www.marimari.com/hotel/malaysia/impiana/cherating/index.html
Have a fab trip!
Malaysia is a good place for a holiday (living there is another matter). It usually makes the 'Best Destination List' (http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0198352.html). Locals wouldnt believe it but it was rated one of the safest places to visit in the world, along with Thailand and Singapore. Tourism is big business. Year 2007 is Visit Malaysia Year (http://www.tourism.gov.my/). It means more programmes for tourists.
You will probably land in the main airport, near Kuala Lumpur (KL). If your kids dont suffer vertigo, start at the KL tower (Menara KL - http://www.menarakl.com.my/) for lunch. Its a revolving restaurant....At night, you wont get the views. Easier to get in than the Petronas Towers (once tallest building).
KL's Butterfly park - little ones would like that. (http://www.malaysiasite.nl/butterflyeng.htm)
Nearby is the Bird Park - small netted enclosure which can be a bit humid but fun (http://members.tripod.com/~panseakl2002/birdpark.htm)
On the way back, stop at the National Mosque - its tranquil as long as you avoid prayer times and nice architecture. Toddlers LOVE to run the open spaces and keepers are tolerant if you dont go with shorts and sleevless and look like you respect their religion (they ask women to put on a modest robe they provide though)
KLCC menara Suria shopping Mall- where the towers are. This is the center of Western-hearted Malaysia. Dont buy the souvenirs there though they have fantastic shops for that there (unless you can break the bank)
For souvenirs, go Central Market - http://www.centralmarket-kl.com.my/ DO bargain or at least try. With chinese vendors, start with half the price they quote you if you dare, and go up.
These are all within the city. Taxis are ok but ALWAYS insist on the meter. (sometimes they pretend they forgot in order to rip you off) Never ever more than 20Malaysia Ringgit to these places.
The BIG 'secret' just for you (I was invited to go but didnt due to love problems): A day trip to Kuala Gandah Elephant Center where you can bathe and ride those creatures. (http://www.malaysiasite.nl/gandaheng.htm). Best way to get there is to hire a taxi which your hotel could help you with or you can plan with any taxi driver who seemed nice so far. I'd imagine 200 Malaysian Riggit would be good for them but dont go overboard. Please make everything clear before hand as to what is inclusive, return time etc so everybody will be happy at the end of the day.
Next- take the budget airline Air Asia flight to LANGKAWI ( http://www.airasia.com/site/en/home.jsp ) which is in north Malaysian peninsular on the border with Thailand and choc full of groovy things to do. (http://langkawi-info.com/)
I went to the night stalls in Kuah town with my sis- we had a blast eating local food, especially 'Satay' and 'Ice kacang'. But, get you injections first in case you dont have a strong stomach (not that its dirty).
Of all the beaches there, I would go Tanjung Rhu (Casuarina Beach http://langkawi-info.com/attractions/beaches.htm ) Why? First, because when its low tide, you can walk quite some way 'into the sea'. Second: From there ask around for a boat trip "to see/feed the eagles".....'Lang' is the dialect for 'Eagle' and you'll see why its called that. You'll be taken on a private little boat along the river until a spot where the man throws pieces of chicken.....Then the eagles swarm in....fantastic.
Also rent a taxi around the island and make sure you pass and stop at paddy fields......and rubber plantations.....or a road side stall set up by some villagers. We did and tried to buy some fried bananas- we were shocked how many bananas the girl wanted to give us for 10 ringgit....Well, its a village and things are cheaper.
We went to the Crocodile Farm - gobsmacking (http://www.affiliate.viator.com/brochure/product_show.jsp?CODE=3705LGK14&ID=1010&PRODUCTID=1016&AUID=3427)
Also went to this exotic restaurant off shore which you get to by the hotel's boat...Again we made the mistake of going at night so though the breeze was fantastic, we didnt see past the restaurant. Which hotel? Errr, forgot. Berjaya Langkawi Resort maybe http://www.berjayaresorts.com/index.html
After you've had enough/want more of/than Langkawi, fly AirAsia to the destination most people would not recommend you because its so exotic - Kelantan - the only state not governed by the same party as the government. Its run by the Islamic Party but dont buy the mumbo jumbo anti-propaganda especially since you are a family and not looking for illicit things.
Too bad the website is only in Malay http://www.kelantan.gov.my/
Why Kelantan? Because its differnt and out of the tourist-trap loop.See the wet market where women sell http://www.kelantan.gov.my/main.php?page=pusatbelibelah&sub=pasar
Night market - http://www.kelantan.gov.my/main.php?page=pusatbelibelah&sub=pasarmlm
Select to stay with a local family (they dot on foreign families) - http://www.kelantan.gov.my/main.php?page=homestay
Or another easy going beach chill out on the east coast is Cherating http://www.marimari.com/content/malaysia/popular_places/beaches/cherating/cherating.html
Why? Its traditional, east coast....Just the resorts would be family friendly...lots of running in coconut groves...Try Club Med http://www.clubmed.com.au/cherating/family.php
Or Legend Cherating http://www.marimari.com/hotel/malaysia/legend/cherating/index.html or Impian Resort http://www.marimari.com/hotel/malaysia/impiana/cherating/index.html
Have a fab trip!
What are you supposed to do with a 13 month old? Feeding, dicipline, playing, etc. Need help :/?
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I mean seriously. I just don't know what to do now that she is getting older. I read the parenting mags and child parenting books, and all my mommy friends think I'm super mom but I just don't feel like it. I'm slowly getting better but I'm still not **there** yet.
1. I've slacked off on her menu (healthy eating) and upped the tv the past month, but I'm working on a new meal plan for the whole family and completely banned the tv except everyonce in a while.
Her sleep patterns have changed.
2. She is constantly tossing and turning all night and not only is she not sleeping well, but I'm not either as we co sleep. I don't know if I should move her to her own bed, a crib or toddler bed or an arms reach co sleeper? We travel quite a lot, and I don't want to have to transition her all the time. I don't know what to do. She has never fallen asleep alone. We've always nursed to sleep and still do. My husband gets mad at me everytime I try to wean.
3. I get really aggrivated when she pinches or bites and sometimes blow up when I don't mean to when it hurts really bad. I don't know if I should calmly tell her no, grab her hand, or what. My husband makes a game out of biting and he says "get a bite" and she'll play bite. We should definitely stop this, right?
4. I'm worried about her socializing with other people. I don't have a vehicle to go anywhere so every other week we're stuck. She has 5 boxes of toys, but a lot of them she has out grown. We buy her new ones every once in a while but I don't know what she should play with? She has dolls, blocks, books, dress up stuff, puzzles, stuffed animals, balls of all textures shapes sizes and colors, play teaset, pretend cooking stuff. She also has a pop up play hut with a tunnel she loves. And a ride on pony.
She's always fed, dry, happy and loved, but I still feel like I'm doing something wrong or not doing something. A lot of it has to do with just not having a vehicle, a kitchen table (my husband finds it pointless. He's a little dumb), and no real socializing... I have mommy friends now, but they're all 400 miles away since we moved.
Please answer as best you can. Thanks.
Answer
I can really relate to you,
i have a 10 month old and read alot i do let him watch seseme street (it's educational) and he loves it
but i also include a number of other activities for him in his day, such as walk to the park, play time, independent time, crib time, snacks and meals, one on one time, animal time, reading time, car time, bath time ect.....
his sleep patterns are changing too. he sleeps less now so i added more activities and keep him up for 3 hours not 2 and let him watch while i cook for us. Set up playstations in every place for the house for him so where i go he goes, and has something to do.
As far as healthy eating i told myself i would only feed him organic foods that did not happen , i too am trying to come up with new meals for the family.
sleep i would allow her to sleep in her own crib with soft music, i find my lil guy sleeps better and its safer for him, but in the day he sleeps with me for naps when i do sleep with him in the day. i give him a warm bath and put the johnsons bedtime lotion on every night with a warm bottle and duvae he sleeps all night, everythime. He also goes out side so the freash air will tire him out.
He is encouraging her to bit you, parenting both ways will make it easier on you guys. He should not teach her to bit or make a game of it, because shes having fun with you and thinks it is a game, so does not understand when you get aggrivated, let him know he cant do that because it makes your job as a mom harder and you have to re-teach her not to do it.
Add walks too the schedual, and i hear that you can put the toodlers in a time out once they hit the age of one. so it is one minute per year. 1 years old one minute on a chair, because they understand by that age some right from wrong and what no means. if you say no more than 3 times she would go in a time out on her bed or your bed for 1 minute apparently it works???? have not tryed it yet because mine is only 10 months.
Look for age apprpreat toys on line ones that will teach her in a variety if ways like music pianos, pretend vacum puzzles crayons ect.........
I hope this helped in some way........
Keep up the good work mom.
I can really relate to you,
i have a 10 month old and read alot i do let him watch seseme street (it's educational) and he loves it
but i also include a number of other activities for him in his day, such as walk to the park, play time, independent time, crib time, snacks and meals, one on one time, animal time, reading time, car time, bath time ect.....
his sleep patterns are changing too. he sleeps less now so i added more activities and keep him up for 3 hours not 2 and let him watch while i cook for us. Set up playstations in every place for the house for him so where i go he goes, and has something to do.
As far as healthy eating i told myself i would only feed him organic foods that did not happen , i too am trying to come up with new meals for the family.
sleep i would allow her to sleep in her own crib with soft music, i find my lil guy sleeps better and its safer for him, but in the day he sleeps with me for naps when i do sleep with him in the day. i give him a warm bath and put the johnsons bedtime lotion on every night with a warm bottle and duvae he sleeps all night, everythime. He also goes out side so the freash air will tire him out.
He is encouraging her to bit you, parenting both ways will make it easier on you guys. He should not teach her to bit or make a game of it, because shes having fun with you and thinks it is a game, so does not understand when you get aggrivated, let him know he cant do that because it makes your job as a mom harder and you have to re-teach her not to do it.
Add walks too the schedual, and i hear that you can put the toodlers in a time out once they hit the age of one. so it is one minute per year. 1 years old one minute on a chair, because they understand by that age some right from wrong and what no means. if you say no more than 3 times she would go in a time out on her bed or your bed for 1 minute apparently it works???? have not tryed it yet because mine is only 10 months.
Look for age apprpreat toys on line ones that will teach her in a variety if ways like music pianos, pretend vacum puzzles crayons ect.........
I hope this helped in some way........
Keep up the good work mom.
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