Dear valued customers,
Please be advised that all apartments have been fully booked on this date;
for check in (will be updated later)
Thank you for your support !!!
your friend,
- zack -
Friday, November 6, 2009
Friday, October 30, 2009
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Don't worry, I have the solution. This is the best way to show your appreciation to your love one...
Private Owner Unit for Daily Rent
Deluxe water chalet & Premium water chalet (on top of seawater)
Fantastic & romantic place to be
Award winning design
4 star resort newly open in Dec 2007
Everything looks new
Many facilities available - swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna, children playground, etc
Facilities in the room - large bath tub, tv, freezer, kettle, towels, daily housekeeping, etc.
Balcony facing the sea - can fishing & crabing from the balcony (please bring your own fishing gears)
suitable for small family or honeymoon couples
Room condition is guaranteed as seen in the internet !!!
DELUXE WATER CHALETS
DELUXE WATER CHALET
normal seaview
upper chalet
number of units : 1 unit only
Only RM200 per night (without breakfast) - normal day rate
Only RM230 per night (without breakfast) - Sat/Sun/School Holiday/Public Holiday rate
THIS UNIT IS CURRENTLY UNDER RENOVATION - SCHEDULED TO BE READY BY 2 DEC 2009
DELUXE WATER CHALET
normal seaview
single or lower chalet
number of units : 2 units
Only RM230 per night (without breakfast) - normal day rate
Only RM250 per night (without breakfast) - Sat/Sun/School Holiday/Public Holiday rate
DELUXE WATER CHALET
FULL SEAVIEW !!! (uncovered view from the balcony, 100% privacy)
number of units : 1 unit only
Only RM280 per night (without breakfast) - normal day rate
Only RM330 per night (without breakfast) - Sat/Sun/School Holiday/Public Holiday rate
THIS UNIT IS CURRENTLY UNDER RENOVATION - SCHEDULED TO BE READY BY 30 NOV 2009
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Bedding – 1 King & 1 Day Bed
(Suitable for 2 adults + 2 children)
Separate standing shower
Large bath tub
Private Balcony
1 Solid glass panel for viewing the sea beneath the floor (lower & single unit only)
SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROMOTION !!!
VALID FROM 30 NOVEMBER 2009 UNTIL 4 JANUARY 2010 ONLY
FOR CHECK IN ON ANY DATE
SUBJECT TO UNIT AVAILABILITY
FULL SEAVIEW DELUXE WATER CHALET
RM250 PER NITE IF YOU BOOK FOR 3 CONSERCUTIVE NITES
(my normal rate is RM330 per nite... you save RM240 !!!)
RM290 PER NITE IF YOU BOOK FOR 2 CONSERCUTIVE NITES
(my normal rate is RM330 per nite... you save RM80 !!!)
UPPER UNIT DELUXE WATER CHALET
RM200 PER NITE IF YOU BOOK FOR 3 CONSERCUTIVE NITES
(my normal rate is RM230 per nite... you save RM60 !!!)
RM220 PER NITE IF YOU BOOK FOR 2 CONSERCUTIVE NITES
(my normal rate is RM230 per nite... you save RM20 !!!)
* all rates are without breakfast
BOOK NOW !!!
PORT DICKSON LEGEND WATER CHALETS
DELUXE & PREMIUM WATER CHALETS
(private units) for daily rent
call/sms Zack 019-2184563
or email to holidaypd@gmail.com
DELUXE & PREMIUM WATER CHALETS
(private units) for daily rent
call/sms Zack 019-2184563
or email to holidaypd@gmail.com
SCHEDULE OF RATE
PREMIUM WATER CHALETS
PREMIUM WATER CHALET
normal seaview
single chalet
number of units : 3 units
Only RM330 per night (without breakfast) - normal day rate
Only RM350 per night (without breakfast) - Sat/Sun/School Holiday/Public Holiday rate
Size of unit - 605 square feet
Bedding – 1 King & 1 Queen
(Suitable for 6 adults or 4 adults + 2 children)
Separate standing shower
Large bath tub
Separate standing shower
Large bath tub
Private Balcony
2 Solid glass panels for viewing the sea beneath the floor
Check in time after 3 pm.
Check out time before 12 noon
Can check in early if no customer on the previous day.
Experience new excitement !!!
HOW TO GET THERE? |
Accessibility - The distance of the Resort is approximately 100 km south of Kuala Lumpur and a leisurely drive would take about an hour. It is also about 20 minutes drive from Seremban. The Resort is easily accessible via the PLUS Expressway. Take Seremban/Port Dickson exit (RM7.20 toll from Sungai Besi Toll Plaza) and then enter Seremban-Port Dickson Highway (RM3.20 per entry). Take Lukut/Sepang exit and drive about 5 km to the resort. |
Location - The resort is located at Pantai Tanjung Gemok, the northern part of Port Dickson nearer to Lukut Town. Adjacent to this resort is Glory Beach Resort.
Many road signboards are located at strategic junctions along the road to guide you to the resort. You can refer to Glory Beach Resort signboards and Legend International Water Homes & Water Chalet signboards - you will reach for the same location.
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
ACTUAL PHOTO...
Many people asking whether what I am offering here is what they saw in the internet. I understand their concern on the condition and quality of the chalets. So, I posted here some of the photo of the actual chalets. These photo are taken by myself :)
I hope no more questions regarding this matter. The testimonials on the right side panel is the true evident.
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with one glass panel infront the bed (the other glass panel is in the bathroom)
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
WE CAN MANAGE GROUP BREAKFAST + LUNCH + BBQ DINNER AT THE BEACH
ONLY RM70 PER PAX (F&B ONLY - VERY REASONABLE PRICE!!!)
or email to holidaypd@gmail.com
- BREAKFAST - NASI LEMAK + 3 KUIH + HOT DRINK (PACKED & DELIVERED TO YOUR LOCATION/RESORT)
- LUNCH - NASI AYAM + FRUIT + COLD DRINK (PACKED & DELIVERED TO YOUR LOCATION/RESORT)
- BBQ DINNER - LAMB, CHICKEN, HOTDOG BBQ + FRUIT + COLD DRINK, FRESHLY BBQED AT THE BATU 3 BEACH OR TANJUNG GEMOK BEACH
ONLY RM70 PER PAX (F&B ONLY - VERY REASONABLE PRICE!!!)
For reservation & information, please
call/sms Zack 019-2184563or email to holidaypd@gmail.com
Friday, October 23, 2009
PORT DICKSON - TIDE TABLE
PORT DICKSON - WEEKLY WEATHER FORECAST & TIDE TABLE
TIDE TABLE - DECEMBER 2009
FOR KAKI PANCING, TO FIND OUT WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO BRING ALONG YOUR FISHING GEARS, OR TO FIND OUT WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO GO TO THE BEACH, PLEASE REFER TO WEEKLY WEATHER FORECAST & TIDE TABLES BELOW...
WEEKLY WEATHER FORECAST - 25 NOV TO 1 DEC 2009
click on the image to enlarge
for latest Port Dickson weather forecast, please visit
Malaysian Meteorological Department Website
TIDE TABLE - NOVEMBER 2009
click on the image to enlarge
for latest Port Dickson weather forecast, please visit
Malaysian Meteorological Department Website
TIDE TABLE - NOVEMBER 2009
TIDE TABLE - DECEMBER 2009
click on the image to enlarge
for latest and details Port Dickson tide table, please visit
http://www.mobilegeographics.com
for latest and details Port Dickson tide table, please visit
http://www.mobilegeographics.com
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
BEACHES IN PORT DICKSON
Beaches are the heart and soul of Port Dickson. This is the primary attraction of what is otherwise a small and sleepy town that gets baked by the sun daily.
The weekdays are actually the best times to go as the beaches are quiet and peaceful, broken only by the sound of waves lapping the shore.
On weekends, there are more people but it is still an enjoyable atmosphere and you’ll be able to find your own cosy spot to relax.
The stretch of beaches starts from Port Dickson town all the way down to Pasir Panjang in the south, which is roughly around 15 km long. Along this long stretch are many popular spots for swimming, sun-bathing and water sports. Most of the hotels and resorts are located from 2nd-8th Miles but a few are scattered further down.
Different beaches offer different kinds of recreational activities; such as water sports such as jet-skiing, canoe riding and parasailing; nature-based activities such as bird watching and jungle-trekking; as well as angling for saltwater fish and crabbing.
THE BLUE LAGOON
The Blue Lagoon is located at the 10th Mile from Port Dickson town, and is one of Port Dickson’s more quiet and peaceful beaches. Sheltered by two capes, a narrow road takes you into this short stretch of beach where a few resorts and guest bungalows provide homely accommodation. The right area of the beach is where most of the visitors go to, while on the left side the beach gradually fades into a swampy area as part of the Cape Rachado forest reserve.
The beach is usually clean and the waters are nice and warm. During the night and at low tide, the shores off the cape on the right side of the beach provide some good hunting ground for crabs. The seas waters melt away at low tide and reveal hundreds of tunnels in the murky sand, which provide some good fun for spearing crabs for the barbeque pit at night.
TELUK KEMANG
Teluk Kemang is Port Dickson’s most popular beach located between miles 7-8. The beach has a wealth of facilities, with shower bays, souvenir shops, car parks and food stalls scattered evenly along the sand. The beach is covered with fine orange sand and dotted with plenty of coconut and casuarina trees. This beach also attracts a high volume of visitors on the weekends so it’s often a party atmosphere!
Teluk Kemang is also the place to go if you’re looking for water sports. You can rent jet skis, speed boats and canoes from operators along the beach. A new attraction is the ‘banana boat’, where a speedboat tows a large and long banana-shaped float that has a group of people perched on it. It provides for some real splashing fun especially when people fall off it!
Note : This article is written by someone else... I just cut & paste for us to share...
TANJUNG TUAN
Tanjung Tuan is also known as Cape Rachado, named after a naval battle between Portuguese and Dutch forces during colonial times. A light house sits on top of a hill on the cape, and is still functional today. The whole cape is actually a forest reserve, with a mix of coastal jungle and mangrove swamps. Nature is at its richest here, and an amazing array of migratory birds can be spotted flying in the air.
Besides watching eagles and kites soar in the sky, there are jungle trails for visitors to follow, enabling them to see the flora and fauna of a coastal forest. The trails also lead to a beautiful unspoilt beach. It is because you need to walk through the jungle to get to the beach that not many come here. However, the sight that greets you at the end of the trail is simply amazing.
The waters are almost crystal clear and an array of rocks landscapes the area. Many trees provide shade and the waves gently lap the shore. Over here, you can swim in complete tranquillity and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, surrounded by pristine natural sights. Between September and March, bird-watchers will have a field day observing migratory birds make their way to and from Sumatra.
The weekdays are actually the best times to go as the beaches are quiet and peaceful, broken only by the sound of waves lapping the shore.
On weekends, there are more people but it is still an enjoyable atmosphere and you’ll be able to find your own cosy spot to relax.
The stretch of beaches starts from Port Dickson town all the way down to Pasir Panjang in the south, which is roughly around 15 km long. Along this long stretch are many popular spots for swimming, sun-bathing and water sports. Most of the hotels and resorts are located from 2nd-8th Miles but a few are scattered further down.
Different beaches offer different kinds of recreational activities; such as water sports such as jet-skiing, canoe riding and parasailing; nature-based activities such as bird watching and jungle-trekking; as well as angling for saltwater fish and crabbing.
THE BLUE LAGOON
The Blue Lagoon is located at the 10th Mile from Port Dickson town, and is one of Port Dickson’s more quiet and peaceful beaches. Sheltered by two capes, a narrow road takes you into this short stretch of beach where a few resorts and guest bungalows provide homely accommodation. The right area of the beach is where most of the visitors go to, while on the left side the beach gradually fades into a swampy area as part of the Cape Rachado forest reserve.
The beach is usually clean and the waters are nice and warm. During the night and at low tide, the shores off the cape on the right side of the beach provide some good hunting ground for crabs. The seas waters melt away at low tide and reveal hundreds of tunnels in the murky sand, which provide some good fun for spearing crabs for the barbeque pit at night.
TELUK KEMANG
Teluk Kemang is Port Dickson’s most popular beach located between miles 7-8. The beach has a wealth of facilities, with shower bays, souvenir shops, car parks and food stalls scattered evenly along the sand. The beach is covered with fine orange sand and dotted with plenty of coconut and casuarina trees. This beach also attracts a high volume of visitors on the weekends so it’s often a party atmosphere!
Teluk Kemang is also the place to go if you’re looking for water sports. You can rent jet skis, speed boats and canoes from operators along the beach. A new attraction is the ‘banana boat’, where a speedboat tows a large and long banana-shaped float that has a group of people perched on it. It provides for some real splashing fun especially when people fall off it!
Note : This article is written by someone else... I just cut & paste for us to share...
TANJUNG TUAN
Tanjung Tuan is also known as Cape Rachado, named after a naval battle between Portuguese and Dutch forces during colonial times. A light house sits on top of a hill on the cape, and is still functional today. The whole cape is actually a forest reserve, with a mix of coastal jungle and mangrove swamps. Nature is at its richest here, and an amazing array of migratory birds can be spotted flying in the air.
Besides watching eagles and kites soar in the sky, there are jungle trails for visitors to follow, enabling them to see the flora and fauna of a coastal forest. The trails also lead to a beautiful unspoilt beach. It is because you need to walk through the jungle to get to the beach that not many come here. However, the sight that greets you at the end of the trail is simply amazing.
The waters are almost crystal clear and an array of rocks landscapes the area. Many trees provide shade and the waves gently lap the shore. Over here, you can swim in complete tranquillity and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, surrounded by pristine natural sights. Between September and March, bird-watchers will have a field day observing migratory birds make their way to and from Sumatra.
Monday, July 13, 2009
PLACES OF INTEREST IN PORT DICKSON
THE RACHADO LIGHTHOUSE
The Rachado Lighthouse sits on a hill overlooking the Tanjung Tuan Forest Reserve. It is the oldest light house in the country, first built in 1528 before being remodelled over the years to its current look. The lighthouse was originally built by the Portuguese in colonial times to guide its ships, while the area of sea in front of it is where a historical battle between Dutch and Portuguese forces took place.
To access the lighthouse, you need to enter the entrance of the Tanjung Tuan Forest Reserve. From there, a steep road takes you up. A warning sign outside prohibits vehicles from entering, but many who do not want to take a long walk will drive their bikes or cars in. At the top, the lighthouse sits on a small hill where you need to climb another 72 steps to reach it.
Once there, walking to the front of the lighthouse will enable you to catch a panoramic view of the Malaccan Straits and the clear blue seas below. Over here, the wind is breezy and the sight of ships sailing in the wide sea is breath-taking. On clear days, you can even catch a glimpse of Sumatra’s outline in the horizon. Also look down at the shore from the top and you can see some corals in the waters.
TANJUNG TUAN RESERVED FOREST
The Tanjung Tuan Forest Reserve is a protected park which spans about 80 hectares in size. It is also know as Cape Rachado and it is at the top of the park where the historic lighthouse sits. This small forest reserve consists mostly of coastal forest with some mangroves at the bottom.
The park, though small, is a rich area for flora and fauna, especially birds such as jungle fowls, hawks, buzzards and kites. There are two main jungle trails which can be accessed from the lighthouse area. Both will take you to scenic beaches which are practically unspoilt and pristine.
Tanjung Tuan is located at the 10th Mile of Port Dickson. This is a place that nature-lovers and bird-watchers should not miss. If you don’t mind the short but tiring walk through the forest, the beach is awesome and is probably the most beautiful of Port Dickson’s beaches.
FORT LUKUT
Fort Lukut is located north of Port Dickson in Lukut town; a very short distance away from Port Dickson. Built in 1826, the fort was used by Raja Jumaat to safeguard the tin trade in the area during that era. Raja Jumaat was a famous Bugis chieftain who led the Bugis community which migrated from Indonesia to Lukut.
Climbing up a series of stairs, visitors will be greeted with what looks more like a park than a fort. Indeed little remains of the fort save a few wells, some bricks that line the sides of the hill and a small moat. Instead, this place should be used for recreational purposes or to imagine just how expansive and impressive the fort was in its heydays.
LUKUT MUSEUM
The Lukut Museum is located on the same grounds of Fort Lukut, at the foothill. Housed in a nice wooden bungalow, the museum exhibits a wide range of artifacts and relics relating to the tin mining industry during the olden days of Lukut. The exhibits, posters and dioramas also explain the historical aspect of it, including the wars between local chieftains and the influence of British colonists.
Opened just several years ago, the museum is air-conditioned and separated into four galleries; History of Lukut, Customs and Traditions, Negeri Sembilan and Nassau. Besides artifacts and relicts, visitors can also view photos and models of tin mining equipment. Entrance is free and a food stall is located just outside for snacks and drinks.
THE ARMED FORCES MUSEUM
The Armed Forces Museum is located 8 km away from Port Dickson town in an area where military bases and camps are located. Opened a few years ago, the museum has spacious grounds to house a wide range of former combat vehicles, artillery and planes. The museum is on an elevated land, and a fountain cum monument for fallen soldiers in battle sits in the middle.
Around the monument are rows of decommissioned artillery, trains, vehicles and tanks. There is also a fighter jet plane, a transport plane and a helicopter parked at the sides. There are two buildings; one is an office zone while the other one is where you will find the galleries dictating the successes and achievements of the military, navy and air force. There are models and decoys to demonstrate equipment in the military including historical weapons like canons.
The highlight is a subway tunnel that runs below the building and exits near the cargo plane at the side of the museum grounds. This tunnel is a realistic simulacrum of tunnels used by communist soldiers during the war for communication purposes. At the sides of the tunnel are glass cases displaying weapons and military equipment as well as dioramas of soldiers engaged in meetings, medical treatment and sleep.
ORSTRICH FARM
The Ostrich Farm at 9th Mile has a large collection of over 90 ostriches along with jungle fowl, peacocks, pheasants and some interesting animals such as crocodiles and a horse. The ostriches are housed in open paddocks littered with trees and visitors can easily reach out to touch the ostriches which are curious by nature. The ticket counters sells bird feed which you can use to feed the ostriches as well.
However, do beware of a few individuals that can be quite aggressive and will peck you lightly just for fun! Other than the ostriches; turkeys, pigeons and peacocks roam the grounds freely and they will come up to you expecting food. There is also a small ring at the side where you can ride ostriches for a fee of RM4. However, the weight limit is 75 kg and you can only take the ostrich for two rounds.
In the centre is a souvenir shop where you can not only purchase conventional handicrafts and T-shirts but also ostrich-related products such as ostrich oil, eggs, dusters and leather items made from Ostrich. The stall serves ‘Satay’ made of ostrich meat for RM10 per 6 sticks. Satay is a type of Malay meat kebab roasted over hot charcoals.
The Rachado Lighthouse sits on a hill overlooking the Tanjung Tuan Forest Reserve. It is the oldest light house in the country, first built in 1528 before being remodelled over the years to its current look. The lighthouse was originally built by the Portuguese in colonial times to guide its ships, while the area of sea in front of it is where a historical battle between Dutch and Portuguese forces took place.
To access the lighthouse, you need to enter the entrance of the Tanjung Tuan Forest Reserve. From there, a steep road takes you up. A warning sign outside prohibits vehicles from entering, but many who do not want to take a long walk will drive their bikes or cars in. At the top, the lighthouse sits on a small hill where you need to climb another 72 steps to reach it.
Once there, walking to the front of the lighthouse will enable you to catch a panoramic view of the Malaccan Straits and the clear blue seas below. Over here, the wind is breezy and the sight of ships sailing in the wide sea is breath-taking. On clear days, you can even catch a glimpse of Sumatra’s outline in the horizon. Also look down at the shore from the top and you can see some corals in the waters.
TANJUNG TUAN RESERVED FOREST
The Tanjung Tuan Forest Reserve is a protected park which spans about 80 hectares in size. It is also know as Cape Rachado and it is at the top of the park where the historic lighthouse sits. This small forest reserve consists mostly of coastal forest with some mangroves at the bottom.
The park, though small, is a rich area for flora and fauna, especially birds such as jungle fowls, hawks, buzzards and kites. There are two main jungle trails which can be accessed from the lighthouse area. Both will take you to scenic beaches which are practically unspoilt and pristine.
Tanjung Tuan is located at the 10th Mile of Port Dickson. This is a place that nature-lovers and bird-watchers should not miss. If you don’t mind the short but tiring walk through the forest, the beach is awesome and is probably the most beautiful of Port Dickson’s beaches.
FORT LUKUT
Fort Lukut is located north of Port Dickson in Lukut town; a very short distance away from Port Dickson. Built in 1826, the fort was used by Raja Jumaat to safeguard the tin trade in the area during that era. Raja Jumaat was a famous Bugis chieftain who led the Bugis community which migrated from Indonesia to Lukut.
Climbing up a series of stairs, visitors will be greeted with what looks more like a park than a fort. Indeed little remains of the fort save a few wells, some bricks that line the sides of the hill and a small moat. Instead, this place should be used for recreational purposes or to imagine just how expansive and impressive the fort was in its heydays.
LUKUT MUSEUM
The Lukut Museum is located on the same grounds of Fort Lukut, at the foothill. Housed in a nice wooden bungalow, the museum exhibits a wide range of artifacts and relics relating to the tin mining industry during the olden days of Lukut. The exhibits, posters and dioramas also explain the historical aspect of it, including the wars between local chieftains and the influence of British colonists.
Opened just several years ago, the museum is air-conditioned and separated into four galleries; History of Lukut, Customs and Traditions, Negeri Sembilan and Nassau. Besides artifacts and relicts, visitors can also view photos and models of tin mining equipment. Entrance is free and a food stall is located just outside for snacks and drinks.
THE ARMED FORCES MUSEUM
The Armed Forces Museum is located 8 km away from Port Dickson town in an area where military bases and camps are located. Opened a few years ago, the museum has spacious grounds to house a wide range of former combat vehicles, artillery and planes. The museum is on an elevated land, and a fountain cum monument for fallen soldiers in battle sits in the middle.
Around the monument are rows of decommissioned artillery, trains, vehicles and tanks. There is also a fighter jet plane, a transport plane and a helicopter parked at the sides. There are two buildings; one is an office zone while the other one is where you will find the galleries dictating the successes and achievements of the military, navy and air force. There are models and decoys to demonstrate equipment in the military including historical weapons like canons.
The highlight is a subway tunnel that runs below the building and exits near the cargo plane at the side of the museum grounds. This tunnel is a realistic simulacrum of tunnels used by communist soldiers during the war for communication purposes. At the sides of the tunnel are glass cases displaying weapons and military equipment as well as dioramas of soldiers engaged in meetings, medical treatment and sleep.
ORSTRICH FARM
The Ostrich Farm at 9th Mile has a large collection of over 90 ostriches along with jungle fowl, peacocks, pheasants and some interesting animals such as crocodiles and a horse. The ostriches are housed in open paddocks littered with trees and visitors can easily reach out to touch the ostriches which are curious by nature. The ticket counters sells bird feed which you can use to feed the ostriches as well.
However, do beware of a few individuals that can be quite aggressive and will peck you lightly just for fun! Other than the ostriches; turkeys, pigeons and peacocks roam the grounds freely and they will come up to you expecting food. There is also a small ring at the side where you can ride ostriches for a fee of RM4. However, the weight limit is 75 kg and you can only take the ostrich for two rounds.
In the centre is a souvenir shop where you can not only purchase conventional handicrafts and T-shirts but also ostrich-related products such as ostrich oil, eggs, dusters and leather items made from Ostrich. The stall serves ‘Satay’ made of ostrich meat for RM10 per 6 sticks. Satay is a type of Malay meat kebab roasted over hot charcoals.
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