Trip to Los Angeles, Las Veges and San Francisco

I promised to blog about my 11 days 8 nights trip to US in my previous post. So, here it goes:

Well, the first morning in Los Angeles was a blast. It was a full day at “ The Happiest Place on Earth”- Disneyland. There were so many activities to experience in this place where dreams come true for the young and old a like. Our One-Day ticket to the Magical Kingdom of Disneyland allowed us unlimited rides on all attraction and adventures. At there, we rubbed our shoulders with Mickey Mouse and friends, watched the colorful parades down Main Street USA to enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the twinkling floats and etc. 

Before we ended the first day of trip, we dropped by California Adventure as well. It is the latest additional to the Walt Disney Theme Park lineup; features miniature version of the best the state has to offer from Historic Landmarks to its rides, stores and restaurants.  The moment you step inside, you’ll feel yourself transported into a California postcard, with blue sparkling water, boardwalks, and mountain peaks on every side. 

We didn't really spend much time here, as we were too tired after a long day and we still having jetlag by that time. So, we left there around 7pm and later we went for dinner at Joe’s Crab Shack! The crab served was really scrumptious and mouth watering! I would like to pay a visit again if I drop by LA next time. 

On the following day, we proceed to Hollywood to visit the footprints at Mann’s Chinese Theatre and the Walk of Fame (星光大道). 

On the same day as well, we visited the world’s largest and busiest studio- UNIVERSAL STUDIOS. On our narrated tram tour, we got to experience the secrets of Hollywood movie-making in the studio back-lots arte uncovered, be attacked by the shark from Jaws’ experience and earthquake, saw the spectacular stunt shows like ‘Waterworld’ and the breathtaking journey through Jurassic Park. The ride did captivate us. 

Day 3, started off the day by transferred to Santa Monica Beach that is approximately three miles long located along Pacific Coast. At the same time, we drove pass Beverly Hill where the famous movie stars live. 

Last day in Los Angeles, we travelled to Barstow Factory Outlet for some shopping. Here is the place where you can find unbelievable bargains for almost anything from branded goods, designer clothes, and perfumes to stainless steel cooking ware. Those goods really give the value for money! *shop until drop*

We onward our journey to the gambling and entertainment capital of the world-Las Vegas! It took us few hours of journey to reach there due to the massive traffic jam. At night, we took the night tour to explore the prosperity of nightlife in Las Vegas and enjoyed the well-known shows such as the Fremont Street Viva Vison and Fountain Show at Bellagio. 

For your information, Las Vegas is also my first time experience to step in casino. To reach any place, you will definitely need to pass through casino. Awesome right? 

The next day, we travelled to one of the seven natural wonders of the world- GRAND CANYON. The spectacular beauty of this famous attraction draws more than five million visitors a year around the globe. We visited to ‘Skywalk’, which is the new gigantic construction built on the very edge of the Grand Canyon West Rim. The Skywalk is suspended 4000 feet above the Colorado River. From the bridge, we stepped out onto the glass floor for a 720-degree view of Canyon. The scenery is absolutely perfect, breathtaking and picturesque. We also took the golden opportunity to take an optional helicopter and boat tour to view the true beauty of Grand Canyon. It was quite expensive, but it’s worth after all. 

We ended the tiring day by enjoying Asia Buffet dinner. To be frank, Asia foods are still the best! I miss Malaysia foods very badly. 

Last day in Las Vegas, it was also a free day. We went to Las Vegas Premium Outlets to pamper ourselves. A cheaper price will be offered to all customers for branded stuff, so what are you waiting for? Time to shop.

The next day, we departed Las Vegas by getting a domestic flight to San Francisco. Upon arrival, we proceed to the famous Golden Gate Bridge and continue to Sausalito to enjoy the bay views. Sausalito it’s home to some of the country’s wealthiest citizens. We then headed to Fisherman Wharf and Pier 39. Pier 39 is a shopping center and popular tourist attraction built on a pier in San Francisco, California. At Pier 39, there are shops, restaurants, a video arcade, street performances, an interpretive center for the Marine Mammal Center, the Aquarium of the Bay, virtual 3D rides, and views of California sea lions hauled out on docks on Pier 39's marina.

The last day of trip was all about San Francisco city tour that included the Bay Bridge, Civic Centre, and Lombard Street and ascends of the Twin Peaks for a panoramic view in San Francisco. On the same day, we do drop by Chinatown. San Francisco is a melting port of many races and one of the biggest Chinatown in America, where a labyrinth of exotic shops, renowned restaurant and temples. Before goodbye to everyone, we stopped by at Union Square. Here is a place to do some shopping and souvenirs.

Till then, I met up with Ying Yu, who was here to pick me up. I bid goodbye to everyone on bus, took my luggage and followed Ying Yu back to her house. That’s where my life in San Francisco began until today.

Now, I’m done with orientation week. I will be officially backed to my university life after a year of holidays. Finger crossed everything goes well and it’s time to study smart. 

Till then.

Greetings from US.

Hello everybody, as you know, I am now miles away from home sweet home. Undoubtedly, I miss home, I miss everyone back there, I miss the foods and everything. I’ve to stay real strong to get use to the new environment, and just for your information, I am better than what I’ve expected. I thought I would cry from days to nights, but I didn’t. It’s something glad to hear for everyone that worried for me back in homeland, I’m happy for myself too. I hope it lasts longer until I’m back to Malaysia next year.

Since I’m away from blog for a while, I’ve so much to blog about but I will try to shorten everything and make it simple. On the day I left, I would really want to send my greatest appreciation and thank you to the best friends of mine who sacrificed their time to accompany me for the very last time before I left. It meant so much to me thou it was a sober farewell, but hang on, I will be back in few months time.

Well, I stepped out my sweet home’s around 12.30pm and that’s where a place I will definitely miss a lot. I was too depressed to even bid goodbye to my siblings and everyone that send me off at my house, I’m sorry for that. My tears just couldn’t stop rolling when I was in car, all I did was plugged on my headphones with emotional songs played. In the meantime, all the best wishes from all my dears make me feel double saddening. All those messages touched my heart and it took me some times to reply each and every one of them.

At around 5.15pm, we departed from KLIA to Hong Kong. It was about 4 hours of flight and we transited at Hong Kong for about 2 hours before the long journey to Los Angeles, US. It’s about 14hours on flight, and we reached LA in the midnight. After immigration done, we left airport and back to hotel. It’s so tiring and exhausted and jetlag killed us because the time zone made us have to sleep for the whole day. On the next morning, we started our journey in LA, and I will blog about it in the next post. Stay tuned for it.

Till then. 

Last Post in Malaysia.

Last week in Malaysia.

Here comes the end of July 2013 and which means I left 3 days before leaving the homeland, I don’t know what I should feel besides worried and scared. No matter what, I am trying to stay calm and steady throughout this week so that my mood did not spoils or affects others. It’s hard and unacceptable but it is that fact which I still have to face it somehow.

Anyway, I started Monday by spending the day with Kar Kar. We planned to have our breakfast in Odean. While having breakfast, all we did was catching up with each other’s recent story. After breakfast, we went for desserts, thought of going Eggxtra but the shop is closed every Monday, so no choice, we dropped by De Reve Saloon. It’s a saloon which combined with café, isn’t it special? Thou it was small, but it is comfortable. We were the first customers on that day because we actually reached there quite early. We ordered Chocolate Lava and Berries Lassi. Both tastes is like heaven! Best one ever! Rated 10/10. Have a try is a must if you have the opportunity.

On Tuesday, I planned to go out with Shu Pan. So yeah, we went to Eggxtra to have our lunch and teatime. I simply love their decorations so much. It’s all about garden themed. It’s a nice place to chill and spend time. The food is thumbs up too! We spent around 2 hours at there by eating, chit-chatting and of course picture taking before bidding goodbye to each other.

Bidding goodbye to them can be really sad, but I promise myself not to make it a heartache one. I will meet them again, but not that often like how we used to be. I will miss you all, don’t worry there’s no one else can replace the friendship that we’ve shared until now. I won’t find anyone else better than you all. Keep in touch my entire loves one. All the best in everything and take care!

Till then, my next post probably will be updated not that soon and I supposed it will be my first post written in US.