WELCOME ONBOARD COMMERCIAL AIRWAYS

WELCOME ONBOARD COMMERCIAL AIRLINE

If you are planning to go on a trip to overseas especially for the first timer this journal will help you have an idea of travelling with commercial airline. It will be more crucial for you if you need go on transit . Here is two type of travelling with commercial airline that you need to know

• ·         DIRECT FLIGHT
• ·         CONNECTING FLIGHT (TRANSIT)

We as a traveller would exquisitely like a smooth trip, arrive on time, and a flexible seat on air,no problems  luggage . Here I would like to share my travel to you.  I will expose to you some problems that I faced during travelling.

I was onboard for more than 6 month and it’s time to go home.  My signing off place is a small island in the Carribean which is Virgin Island ,USA. My home is Malaysia. As my hometown was thousand mile away from my signing off country ,I need to travel by air of course. On December 10 2014 I got my E-ticket from the company.  Me and another Engine Cadet will be signing off there

The E-ticket is as follow

                     Flight                                    OPERATING FLIGHT                            DATE/TIME      

ST CROIX.USA- MIAMI,USA                 AMERICAN AIRLINE                 DEP:17:05 DEC 10 ARR:19:15 DEC 10

MIAMI,USA – PARIS,FRANCE              AIR FRANCE                               DEP:20:55 DEC 10 ARR:11:20 DEC 11

PARIS,FRANCE – KUL,MALAYSIA        AIR FRANCE                              DEP:19:50 DEC 10 ARR:15:20 DEC 12

Then the American Airline flight attendance try to figured out our problem to be solved. This is delayed flight is not just one problem that arise, there are some more. There are as follow

1.       According to their system, our E-ticket does not connect our flight to Air France. Our agent does not made a proper reservation for our flight. Due to this

technical problem we might need to check out our luggage in Miami first. Then we are required to check in back to air France system. The problem here is that our connecting flight is Air France and my first flight is American Airline. The American  flight attendance cannot figured out how to solve this problem.

2.       Then , she ask me my agent telephone no so that she can call back the agent to tell our problem. I was shocked I forgot to take the agent telephone no . maybe because I was too eager to go back home ,I forgot to take this agent no.

Lesson learnt here always have your travel document ready with the important personnel number is there.

But then we made our decision to try our luck to board the plane to MIAMI hoping that we can make it. The two hours of flight to Miami was not good. I haven’t ate since noon. On board I though we be served with food at least snacks. But this American system does not come with meal on board, we need to buy food and snack with credit card. So for two hours I aint ate anything

after two hours of flight arrival Miami

As soon as arrival to Miami ,we made ourself run to the next terminal, Air France. With no experience on the vast airport as my first time touch down Miami ,w e got lost for a while. But with the aid of the security guard and air attendance we made it to Air France Check In .

We are thankful to this flight attendance who gave us the solution regarding our luggage.  Emma, Florence, Jacqueline 30 years old with 5 years of experience have her own intelligency in handling problems like us. With her Experties in the system, she manage to transfer our luggage from The American to Air France with his intelligent hand. we thanks her as we don't have to check in luggage again until Kuala Lumpur

Air France Flight attendance

BONJOUR

We got Lucky . My next flight does not take off yet.  For some reason they delayed too!!!.2 hours delay. Fuhhhhh….relieved with that. Some more because of two hours delayed we got USD 40 dollar coupon for meal. Finally we got something to eat. We finish up our coupon 40 dollar buying sandwich and snack for our empty tummy that tiring evening journey.

American Sandwich Miami

2 hours of waiting we board off A380-800 Air France to Paris ..Bonjour

On the Way to the Terminal

Boarding A 380 for the first time..yee  haaa. very comfortable big seat

12 hours of exhausting flight. Morning In the sky..

BREAKFAST

12 HOURS OF FLIGHT TO PARIS WE FINALLY TOUCH DOWN

A 380-800 Air France

At the back A-380

In Paris, we have time about 8 hours before the next flight.. so what to do??

Quick tour of Eiffel tower ??yes it is..

symbolic tower of France

AFTER 8 HOURS OF WAITING, FINALLY WE GET ON OUR NEXT FLIGHT.

MALAYSIA HERE WE COME!!!

GOOD BYE PARIS

ANOTHER 10 HOURS BEFORE ARRIVING KLIA

FAMILIES EAGERLY WAIT FOR US AT ARRIVAL HALL .




FINALLY TOUCH DOWN KLIA.. 6 MONTH AND 23 DAYS OF LEAVING MALAYSIA,,,WE ARE BACK!!!!




THANK YOU AIR FRANCE FOR A MOMENT OF TRAVEL WITH YOU.
SPECIAL THANKS TO AMERICAN AIRWAYS FOR GIVING US A SAFE JOURNEY

CARIBEAN SEA

HEART OF THE CARIBEAN SEA

 Curaçao Is an island in the southern Caribbean Sea, north of the Venezuelan coast, that is a constituent country  of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Formally called the  CURACAO,   it includes the main island and the uninhabited island of Klein Curaçao ("Little Curaçao"). It has a population of over 150,000 on an area of 444 km² (171 sq mi) and its capital is Willemstad.

Prior to the dissolution of the Netherlands Antilles in 10 October 2010, Curaçao was administered as the "Island Territory of Curaçan one of five island territories of the former Netherlands Antilles.

SOURCE: Wikipedia

A SMALL  ISLAND IN THE CARIBEAN

Curacao is an attraction tourist mainly the Dutch and Americans. For us Malaysian may have not heard of the beauty of the Caribean region. Well maybe because of our climate is the same. Tropical region just same as us. But once in a lifetime if you got your chance to go there, you better be. Its worth a penny. Here I would like to share my visit to Curacao one of the beautiful island in the world.

WILLEMSTAD ,CURACAO

GETTING THERE????

Im not rich so I travelled around the world while working. Getting stuck with cargo ships made me reach here.!! Thanks to my seaworthiness ,my lover Eagle Madrid

SUNSET IN EAGLE MADRID

If you are not a sailor ,dont worry .. you still can reach there.. just a little bit of saving of your penny you might reach here....CURACAO. Here is some link of flight going to Curacao

KLM Flights to Curacao - Return flights from €756 - klm.com

Cheap Flights to Curacao - cheapflights.com‎

ARRIVING THERE.....

you will be surprised that Curacao is not as clean and beautiful as it is claimed.but onlypart

 of it is

 very nice 

for tour and relax

FEELING BORED? GET CHALLENGED AND RELAX ..

 GO DIVING BUT BE CAREFUL ...CARIBEAN IF FULL OF SHARK!!!!!!

10 Best Islands in Thailand

 

The islands off the coast of Thailand in the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Siam are some of the most popular places for tourists to Southeast Asia to visit. Some of these islands are famous throughout the world for their beautiful beaches and party atmosphere. But the best islands in Thailand also offer numerous opportunities for recreation, spiritual exploration, and relaxation.

 

10Ko Lipe

 

 

Settled by sea gypsies, Ko Lipe is located in the Adang-Rawi Archipelago in southwest Thailand. It is a small island and visitors can walk around the island in little over an hour. Ko Lipe is just outside the jurisdiction of Tarutao National Park, and as such is exempt from certain laws prohibiting development. Its three main beaches have plenty of accommodations ranging from grass huts to air-conditioned bungalows.

9Ko Lanta

 

Ko Lanta is made up of a group of islands off the coast of Thailand in the Krabi province. The largest island of the group is called Ko Lanta Yai also known as simply Ko Lanta. Several beaches on the west coast of Ko Lanta Yai are each strung with a line of resorts and bungalows. This region is an important destination for snorkeling and scuba diving enthusiasts, who come to the islands to view the coral reefs and the ocean life, including manta rays and whales. There is also an abundance of tropical plant life, including the remnants of the ancient rainforests.

8Ko Samet

 

Ko Samet is known for being a favorite respite from the bustle of Bangkok. Though the majority of the island is a national park, there are a number of vacation spots located there with different amenities depending on the type of experience sought. One of the great attractions of Ko Samet are its white sand beaches. Visitors can choose from peaceful and relaxing settings or popular beaches with lots of activities. Ao Noina, Ao Phutsa, Au Nuan, and Ao Wai are known for being more serene, and feature cozy accommodations and stunning sunset views. Hat Sai Kaeo and Ao Hin Khok are busier, and visitors to these beaches frequently come to sunbathe, swim, windsurf, or enjoy nightlife.

7Ko Tarutao

 

Ko Tarutao is one of the 51 islands that belong to the Tarutao National Marine Park archipelago in southern Thailand. This island offers accommodations including campsites and bungalows that can be rented. Tourists to this island can enjoy the pristine and quiet atmosphere of the area, and can also view the rugged mountain and jungle scenery, including the limestone cliffs for which this part of Thailand is famous. Visitors can have a good chance of catching a glimpse at some exotic wildlife, particularly if they visit the beach on the western part of the island, which is frequented by large turtles.

 

6Ko Samui

 

Ko Samui is one of the most visited islands in Thailand. There are abundant accommodations for travelers ranging from small bungalows to exclusive villas on the island. There are several festivals that take place every year on Ko Samui, including the Buffalo Fighting Festival, the Ten Stars Samui Art Party, and several street fairs with vendors selling local delicacies, clothing, and souvenirs. Sailing enthusiasts also gather for the yearly Samui Regatta, and triathletes and their supporters flock to Samui for the annually Triathlon Event.

5Ko Phangan

 

Ko Phangan is an island in the Gulf of Thailand, halfway between the islands of Ko Samui and Ko Tao. It is a famous destination for the backpacking community, who come to immerse themselves in the island’s natural beauty including rainforests and beaches. Every year the island holds an electronic dance festival known as the Full Moon Party. Those tourists who would like a more serene getaway are keen to visit Ko Pha Ngan’s numerous Buddhist temples. The island is also known for its spas and meditation retreats.

4Phuket

 

Phuket is the name of both a Thai province and the main city of that province. The province of Phuket covers a large island and several smaller islands off the western coast of the mainland. Outside of Bangkok, it is the most popular tourist area in the country, and many of its scenic beaches feature numerous resort accommodations for visitors. Close to these beaches, tourists will find thriving nightclubs and shopping areas. Some of the other attractions on Phuket include golf courses, historical museums, and monuments.

 

3Ko Chan

Located near the border with Cambodia, Ko Chang is the third largest island in Thailand and the biggest in the Ko Chang Marine Park archipelago. It is a mountainous island known for several waterfalls, thriving coral reefs, rainforests and long white sandy beaches. In less than ten years, Ko Chang has become a major tourist destination in Thailand although still far quieter than islands like Phuket or Ko Samui.

 

2Koh Tao

Ko Tao is fast becoming the favorite destination of those who come to Thailand for recreational purposes. The island’s caters especially to scuba divers, rock climbers, and hikers. Around 7000 new divers get certified on Koh Tao each year making it one of the most popular destinations in the world to learn to dive. Fishing enthusiasts also visit the island in increasing numbers, hoping to catch a specimen of one of the abundant marlin, snapper or barracuda. With the exploding tourist population of Ko Tao, a number of resorts, bars and nightclubs have opened up, though it is still possible for those seeking a more relaxed vacation to find quieter, less developed areas of the island.

1Ko Phi Phi

Ko Phi Phi is a small archipelago in the Krabi Province in Southern Thailand. Ko Phi Phi Don is the largest island of the group, and is the only island with permanent inhabitants while the smaller Ko Phi Phi Leh is famous as the filming location for the 2000 movie “The Beach”. Ko Phi Phi was severely hit by the Indian Ocean tsunami of December 2004, when nearly all of the island’s infrastructure was destroyed. Redevelopment has, however, been swift, and services are back with building regulations in place to limit the height of new hotels and other buildings to preserve the island’s stunning views.

 



 

 

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 Student money saving tips

Travel smarter

Travelling home for a weekend or visiting friends at other universities can be a costly affair, but that doesn’t have to put you off.

                                                                                     

Sell, sell, sell

Your textbooks are surprisingly valuable, so when you’re sure that a book’s future is to sit and gather dust, head to Amazon to trade it in for a gift card. The same applies to your clothes. Rid yourself of fashion faux-pas at eBay, or head to the ASOS marketplace if you think they’re worth a buck or two.

                                                                                               

Head online for money saving tips

Once you've arrived at university, chances are you’ll spend more time online than can really be healthy – generally at 1am. As you're already connected, make the most of your browsing time by heading to studentbeans.com or studentmoneysaver.co.uk for offers, discounts and budgeting tips.

Avoid the kebab shop

You’re on your way home from another night of dancing and trying to converse over a deafening beat. It’s time for something greasy, and you can already smell the kebab shop on the crisp morning air …

Stop! Adding fast food to each and every night out is going to take its toll, not only on your waistline, but also on your finances. Indulge in some cheesy chips from time to time, but if you’re serious about saving money, try returning home to a bowl of cereal or some toasted pitta.

Buy non-branded

We understand that there’s something less than glamorous about supermarket value ranges. Don’t let that stop you – the quality is often indistinguishable from that of branded produce. Avoiding the household names can mean a hefty saving on filling the fridge, so you’d be wise to look beyond the labels.

Next time an all-nighter leaves you with a headache, remember that the same principle also applies to medicines. Branded pain killers can be significantly more expensive than supermarket versions, which often sell for less than £1.

Get paid to do stuff

Shouldn’t that say ‘get a job’? Well, sort of – but we’re aware that not every university gives you time to put your all into studying while working in a bar along the way. If you think you can balance it, by all means apply for a job. If you can’t, try taking part in paid online surveys or market research focus groups. After all, everyone secretly loves a good survey!

Enjoy student discounts

Congratulations – you are now eligible for a ridiculous number of discounts. This doesn’t mean you should be increasing your spending just to enjoy them, but it does mean savings when you do go shopping.