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Tropical Retreat - Malaysia

2014 - Register your interest 

Smart Break for Smart Women!
.... a smorgasbord of activities, relaxation & food

• Explore the sights of Langkawi Island - cultural island paradise
• Taste the Exotic Cuisine
• Sunrise & Sunset Yoga
• Aromatherapy Massage
• Shop where the locals shop in Kuala Lumpur
• .... and much more. 

Tropical Retreat - Malaysia, Itinerary, Tropical Retreat - Malaysia, Tour Package Inclusions
Click here for more details on your Tour Host, Yoga Instructor & Resort information

Relax, revive & refresh in tropical paradise. This small group, Women Only, escorted tour offers a unique insight into the culture, history & scenery of Malaysia, combined with the knowledge of experienced Yoga and Nutrition guides.  This 9 day guided trip offers a delightful mix of adventures and learning opportunities both in the city and a beautiful tropical island paradise.  All while learning to appreciate & take care of ourselves.  What could be better??!

Travel VUDA is looking to provide busy women (aka Wonder Women!) with the opportunity to get away on a short smart break.  Quickly recharge your batteries and put a little distance between yourself and your daily environment in order to maintain perspective.

We're offering Wonder Woman the opportunity to get away for a short sharp energy booster.  We're offering a smorgasbord of experiences, for you to choose your own holiday platter - to do as little or as much as you like.   Our wish is that you'll come away having benefited from a relaxing holiday, time to reflect and be able to enjoy life!  We feel that all Wonder Women deserve to take a little "ME" time.

Wonder Woman is really a smart woman needing a smart break.

Travel with a qualified Mind Body Nutrition guide, enjoy the serene culture of Malaysia at a yoga retreat, while relaxing at an island paradise.  Plus the opportunity to shop where the locals shop in Kuala Lumpur!  This trip offers a balanced experience for the Mind & Body, with plenty of time for relaxation and exploration of the island.  The itinerary has been carefully created so you can enjoy a "relaxing & healthy holiday with plenty of fresh air, exercise and wonderful pampering".  And of course a wide range of scrumptious local cuisine to sample!

Your guide Margot van Cingel has been working in Tauranga as a Nutritionist for several years and has a keen interest in total body health. Margot has travelled extensively in Asia and spent three months living in Malaysia during 2007 and again in 2011.

"Join me on this exciting small group LADIES ONLY escorted Yoga + Mind Body Nutrition Holiday Retreat visiting some of the most beautiful parts of Malaysia.  I love to travel and South-East Asia is one of my absolute favourite parts of the world (& I've been to every continent!).  Not only did I choose to spend my honeymoon in Malaysia, I have been lucky enough to travel to Malaysia several times, and lived there for three months in 2007.  Let me share this wonderful country with you; allow me to introduce you to the people, the incredibly delicious food, the varied culture and traditions.  I believe that a healthy mind equals a healthy body.  Taking in to account our incredibly postive feedback from the October 2011 Tropical Retreat Malaysia, we have carefully re-created this itinerary so you can enjoy a relaxing & healthy holiday with plenty of fresh air, exercise and wonderful pampering."
Margot van Cingel, MIND BODY NUTRITION
Tour Hostess for the Tropical Yoga Retreat

Tropical Retreat Yoga Itinerary;

Kuala Lumpur 1 nights; Langkawi Island Yoga Retreat 6 nights; Kuala Lumpur 2 nights.

Day 1 Thurs 21JUN AUCKLAND - KUALA LUMPUR

1:50 pm, Depart Auckland on flight MH130 to Kuala Lumpur.
8:15 pm, Arrive in Kuala Lumpur.

On arrival into Kuala Lumpur you will be meet by your tour host Margot van Cingel and transferred to the hotel.  Accommodation for 1 night at Concorde Inn KLIA in Superior Rooms including breakfast daily.

Day 2 Fri 22JUN KUALA LUMPUR-LANGKAWI (B,D)
This morning over breakfast we will have a trip briefing.

Mid-morning we will be collected from our hotel and transferred to the airport in time for our onward Malaysia Airlines flight to Langkawi Island.

11:00 am, Depart Kuala Lumpur on flight MH1438 to Langkawi.
11:55 am, Arrive in Langkawi.

We will be met on arrival into Langkawi and transferred to our gorgeous resort .

Accommodation for 6 nights at Bon Ton Resort in the Silk & Black Coral Villas and Temple Tree at Bon Ton in the Estate Rooms 2 & 3. See below or  Click Here for more information on this amazing property.

Settle in to our rooms and enjoy the resort facilities, then enjoy a Welcome Dinner.

Dorothy Ang of Langkawi Yoga will be our Retreat Host for the next 6 nights. Please see the following pages for more information on this wonderful lady.

Day 3 Sat 23JUN LANGKAWI (B, L, D)
0730 Sunrise yoga
0900 Breakfast
1030 Mangrove Tour - lunch inclusive
1700 Sunset meditation with Reiki
1900 Dinner - Indian Cuisine

Day 4 Sun 24JUN LANGKAWI (B, L, D)
0730 Sunrise yoga and meditation
0900 Breakfast
         Free & Easy
1230 Lunch at Bon Ton Resort
         - One hour aromatherapy massage (Ishan Spa-half group)
         - One hour reflexology (Taratia-half group)
1730 Dinner-Night Markets (various hawker cuisine styles)

Day 5 Mon 25JUN LANGKAWI (B, D)
0730 Sunrise yoga and meditation
0900 Breakfast
         Free & Easy
1230 Lunch own arrangements
         - One hour aromatherapy massage (Ishan Spa-half group)
         - One hour reflexology (Taratia-half group)
1700 Sunset Dinner Cruise

Day 6 Tue 26JUN LANGKAWI (B, D)
0730 Sunrise yoga and meditation
0900 Breakfast
         Free & Easy
1230 Lunch own arrangements
         Free & Easy
1900 Malay Fusion Dinner -OR-
         (Optional Extra) Evening Cooking Class including Dinner

Day 7 Wed 27JUN LANGKAWI (B, D)
0730 Sunrise yoga and meditation
0900 Breakfast
         Free & Easy -OR-
         (Optional Extra) Deserted Island Tour - lunch inclusive
1700 Sunset meditation with Reiki
1900 Farewell Dinner at Bon Ton (Malay)

Langkawi ‘Free & Easy' suggestions;
Cable Car / Telaga Tujuh Waterfalls / Perdana Quay
Pantai Cenang-beach, shopping ..... and more.

Day 8 Thurs 28JUN LANGKAWI-KUALA LUMPUR (B)
After breakfast, we will be met at our hotel and transferred to Langkawi airport in time for our onward flight to Kuala Lumpur.

12:25 pm, Depart Langkawi on flight MH1447 to Kuala Lumpur.
1:25 pm, Arrive Kuala Lumpur.

We will be met on arrival into Kuala Lumpur and transferred to the hotel.

Accommodation for 2 nights at the Federal Hotel in Deluxe Rooms including breakfast daily.

Rest of the day at leisure or for independent activities.

Day 9 Fri 29JUN KUALA LUMPUR (B, D)
This morning we will enjoy a half day orientation tour of Kuala Lumpur.

Afternoon at leisure to rest, swim in the hotel pool, or shop & explore the city. Perhaps join Margot and go by taxi to the Central Market for some unique shopping bargains!

Meet in the hotel bar for a pre-dinner drink, before heading off for our Farewell Dinner.

Day 10 Sat 30JUN KUALA LUMPUR-AUCKLAND (B)
Day at leisure to rest, swim in the hotel pool, or shop & explore the city. Perhaps visit Batu Caves or KL Bird/Butterfly Park.

Late Check Out until 6pm has been arranged at the hotel. This evening we will be collected from the hotel & transferred to Kuala Lumpur International Airport to connect with our Malaysia Airlines flight back home to Auckland.

9:20 pm, Depart Kuala Lumpur on flight MH131 to Auckland.

Day 11 Sun 1JUL AUCKLAND
11:20 am, Arrive Auckland. Tour Ends.

 Tropical Retreat, Malaysia - Tour Package Inclusions;

Includes:
- Return economy class airfare from Auckland to Langkawi, via Kuala Lumpur with Malaysia Airlines
- All transport throughout, as per the itinerary
- 9 nights hotel/boutique resort accommodation
- Meals;  Breakfast daily, 2 lunches & 7 dinners, as per the itinerary
- Sightseeing Activities, Yoga Instruction, Aromatherapy Massage, Reiki Session & Reflexology as per the itinerary
- All airline surcharges & levies, departure taxes
- Local Malaysian guides during our stay in Malaysia
- Services of Tour Hostess Margot van Cingel of Mind Body Nutrition during your stay in Malaysia

Excludes:
Travel Insurance (it is mandatory that you have some form of cover, approximately $115).  Spending money, additional sightseeing (optional), some lunches & dinners not included - recommended approximately NZD$300 (more for those who just love to shop!).

Cost:
Due to the unique nature of the accommodation on Langkawi Island, prices are based per ’Villa’ style;

Silk Villa                  Bon Ton          3 ladies             $4,699.00 per person, triple
Black Coral Villa      Bon Ton          2 ladies             $4,649.00 per person, twin
Estate 3                   Temple Tree    2 ladies             $4,499.00 per person, twin
Estate 2                   Temple Tree    1 lady                $5,549.00 single share

Villas can either be booked on an ‘exclusive' basis, whereas you and your friends book all beds in your chosen villa OR a ‘sharing' basis, whereas you book the number of beds required and are happy to share the use of the villa with other guests. If you are travelling solo, Travel VUDA will team you up with a roommate/s. Alternatively if you'd prefer your own room, then ‘Estate 2' is available to book as a single room.

A limited amount of Land Only packages are also available for those joining us from elsewhere around the world and/or if this trip is part of a bigger itinerary.  Contact Travel VUDA to discuss this option.

Note prices are subject to change due to exchange rate fluctuations. 

Payment:
A deposit of $250 per person is required within 7 days of making your reservation.  This deposit is non-refundable.  The balance is then required on or before 20th April 2012.  Direct deposit or cheque payment preferred.  Credit card payment incurs a $100 surcharge (balance only).  Payment plan available.

Note:
- Where meals are shown on the itinerary, B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
- The tour will operate with a minimum group size of 8 & maximum of 12
- Standard booking conditions apply, these are included on the booking form which is required at the time your deposit payment is made.
- Every care and attention is taken in providing the services stated in this itinerary, however alterations can occur due to local factors beyond our control.  The information provided in this itinerary is prepared for the purpose of giving you accurate information available at the time of printing.  However, unforeseen circumstances may result in changes to the material advised.
- This tour has been carefully created to allow for a good mix of health related activities, sightseeing and free time to relax – so the experience is your own.  Margot of Mind Body Nutrition is there at all stages to help with suggestions, show you around, recommend cafes and generally help make your holiday run as smoothly as possible.
- Extend your stay?   Ask Travel VUDA for details

Margot van Cingel, Mind Body Nutrition
Nutrition Coach & NLP Practitioner

Your guide, Margot van Cingel, has been working in Tauranga as a Nutritionist for several years and has a keen interest in total body health.  Margot has travelled extensively worldwide, so far enjoying 3 extended "OE's"!!  She spent three months living in Malaysia during 2007 and again in 2011.

Margot recently completed her NLP Practitioner training with a Certificate in Business Communication.  She looks forward to incorporating these new skills in to her Nutrition business coaching people how to use their MIND to train their BODY whilst enjoying good NUTRITION.

In her spare time Margot likes to regularly twalk (talk & walk) around Mt Maunganui with her girlfriends, as well as cycling with her family.
Originally from Wellington, Margot loves living in Tauranga where she shares her home with her husband John, 11 year old son Hugo plus a couple of crazy cute cats.

Dorothy Ang, Langkawi Yoga
Fitness instructor & reiki practitioner.

Dorothy, a law graduate from a well known university in the United Kingdom, who upon obtaining her law degree returned to Malaysia and started conducting aerobics and steps classes in her mother's fitness centre. At the same time, she was also looking forward to having an unconventional profession as a fitness instructor. From being a fitness instructor, she became a yoga guru and has also been certified as a pilates instructor and reiki practitioner. With such fitness backgrounds, she is creative, open minded, is full of energy and compassionate. Due to that, she is able to conduct her classes spontaneously to adapt to the fitness levels and ability of her students.

LANGKAWI YOGA, the main yoga provider on Langkawi island, has been operating from 2006.  Since then,  Langkawi Yoga has been handling yoga sessions in various hotels, including the beautiful Bon Ton Resort.  
Dorothy will be our local guide and  yoga instructor during our 6 night stay on Langkawi Island.

Bon Ton Resort, Langkawi Island
simple yet stylish...

Bon Ton Resort Langkawi is one of the island's most stylish, unique and intimate resorts, with eight individually styled antique Malay villas, the perfect small boutique hotel. Nam Restaurant at Bon Ton is regarded as one of the best on the island.

Built within the grounds of a 100 year old coconut plantation, the villas are centered around a pool/jacuzzi and front onto a lotus lagoon.   Exclusive and private 100 year old villas, all individually designed. All eight villas facing the pool & lagoon with air conditioning & ceiling fans.  
Villas feature fridge, coffee and tea making facilities, complimentary mineral water, hairdryer, sarongs, local slippers, TV, CD/DVD player, Internet (WiFi) throughout the resort, computer/printer for guest use.

The resort restaurant, Nam, offers an exotic fusion of western and eastern gourmet cuisine with Asian spices - a variety of tastes for everyone.

Located 10 minutes drive from the airport and 5 minutes drive from the main beach of Pantai Cenang, Bon Ton is convenient yet secluded.

We also have the use of facilities at sister property Temple Tree.

Full itinerary details and tour inclusions available on request - please contact Travel VUDA today! 

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