Saturday, February 27, 2010

Paris Disneyland 2

There a lot of Walt Disney cartoon personalities around. Including Goofy.

In front of the vehicle used in Amageddon movie. Then we went inside the studio and experienced first hand how it was when the space ship was hit and there's fire and water. Some kids cried but not Aiman.

Aiman just loves all the colourful posters.

At the first entrance to Disneyland.

Another perspective of the entrance.

Paris Disneyland 1

Entrance of Paris Disneyland. Still in the morning and not many people yet. Went there by train. In Paris practically everybody moves around by train. Very efficient and cheap transportation mode.

So many vintage cars around. This one is famous around the 50s.

I think this model is used by the Sultans in Malaysia. Outside the Disneyland Tram while waiting for our turn. At peak hours, waiting can be more than one hour.

Outside Disneyland Fair. One of the park in Disneyland. Each park requires different ticket.


Inside Disneyland Studio where we spent most of our time. It is advisable to spent one whole day on each park. Don't have the time to do that.

The colourful ballons are too attractive to be ignored. Thus this photo.
At the entrance of Walt Disney Studio. It is a tour of all the behind the scene activities. Have to experience it yourself.

Thursday, February 25, 2010

Our first morning in Paris

Aiman infront of Adagio apartment hotel, the hotel that we landed first while waiting for my husband to pick us up. This is where Fiza, my traveling companion stays with her husband.
Aiman climbing in the playground. The playground is in the centre of a series or hotels. The temperature now is around 6 celcius - in the transition between winter and autumn. So no more snow.

A signboared in France that says the playground is for kids between 7 to 10 years old. Younger children should be accompanies by parents. Is my French correct?

Aiman having a great time in the playground. Even the 'stone' has high esthetics value.

Aiman on a 'stage' in the middle of the playground.

Playing in the middle of the lush foliage.

Trying to pull a spiderman stunt. A smile that light up the morning.
In the middle of dry grass overlooking the green bush fence behind.

Inside the bush fence.

A busy street in the morning. People walk to their office. Almost everyone wear black jacket.

In the middle of a roundabout. Behind are a few tall office buildings.

The tulips are beginning to bloom and produce flowers, a sign that spring is on the way.

In front our hotel.

A poster of the hotel. What does it say?

Friday, February 12, 2010

My husband at Arc de Triomphe

My husband infront of the Arc de Triomphe, a monument in Paris that stands in the centre of the Place Charles de Gaulle, also known as the "Place de l'Étoile".

The triumphal arch honors those who fought for France, particularly during the Napoleonic Wars.

On the inside and the top of the arc there are all of the names of generals and wars fought. Underneath is the tomb of the unknown soldier from World War I.

The monument stands 80.5 m (264 ft) in height, 45 m (150 ft) wide and 22 m (72 ft) deep. The Arc has one lift (elevator), to the level underneath the exterior observation level. Visitors can either climb 284 steps to reach the top of the Arc or take the lift and walk up 46 steps. From the top there is a panoramic view of Paris, of the twelve major avenues leading to the Place de l'Étoile and of the exceptionally busy roundabout in which the Arc stands.

Friday, January 22, 2010

My husband visiting Versailles Castle in Paris

My beloved husband before entering the Versailles Castle. Pretty excited over what's in store for him inside the castle. Let's take a tour.

Versailles Castle. What remain from an era of monarchy that was toppled down by people's power.
The garden of Versailles Castle.
My husband outside the palace overlooking the vast garden. The garden itself is almost the size of a town.

On the hallway outside the palace. Chandeliers to lit it all. Sculpture on the ceiling too.

Paintings is a common sight in European castle. The wall seem to be designed for the paintings, not the other way round. And the gold plated ceiling of course. Who can fail to notice that!

My husband inside Versailles Castle in front of a bed. With all the grandeur. Expensive painting to decorate the wall. I don't think I can sleep soundly in such a bed. Not homey enough.

Not much snow yet but the temperature is below freezing point.

Sunday, January 17, 2010

Outing at KFC with the kids

The one enjoying the meal the most is of course my eldest son, Ilman. So much so until his eyes are half close.

My second son, Ariff. In the process of finding out how long RM150 can last. Working in an animation company while waiting for his SPM results.

My two youngest kids with an age difference of ten years. When they quarrel, they are actually the 'same' age.

My third son, Aqil. The tallest one.

This is Imran, a friend of my first son and a regular visitor. Part of the family.

Wednesday, January 13, 2010

A visit to Sg Buluh nursery

One of the many nurseries in Sg Buluh.

Even bicyclists prefer to have a ride in Sg Buluh. A very scenic place.

Van downloading new supplies.

One of the classic tree. RM5000 anybody?

My favourite flower - daisy. It has every colour imaginable.

A unique chilli plant. Imported species I presume.

Close up picture. What's the colour? Orange? Red? Purple?

Lime trees full of fruits. Ready for Chinese New Year celebration.

The tantalizing lime.

Orchids of various colours. The flower that can last for a month.

Plants of various species.