So, after much deliberation and constant pestering from the kids, you finally decide to do a holiday in Bintan this June. The only question now is, which of the many resorts on the island should the family put up at – and what to do during your holiday in Bintan?
Before you drown yourself in the sea of choices, perhaps it’ll be a good idea to decide on the type of holiday to take with the family. Will it be a simple beach resort holiday? Or an all-inclusive getaway where all your holiday arrangements will be taken care of? Or maybe you’re leaning towards a golfing holiday with the family?
Once you have decided on the type of holiday to take with the family, the rest of the planning should fall into place nicely. In the meantime, here are some great ideas to get you started on your June holiday planning.
All-inclusive holiday in Bintan
Resorts that offer ‘all-inclusive’ holiday concepts are popular choices for families, as these save mum and dad the hassle of juggling separate bookings and arrangements for travel, accommodation, meals and activities.
If you’re set on an all-inclusive holiday in Bintan, one of the places that you should check out is Club Med. With attractive package prices for adults and kids under their School Holiday Treats programme this June, the whole family can look forward to a comfortable stay with all meals and snacks taken care of. There’ll also be lots of activities for mum, dad and the kids to take part in – and a lively, colourful show put up by the friendly Gracious Organisers at the resort at night.
Prices start from $580 per adult and $460 per child (aged from 4-11 years), which include return ferry and transfers. To find out more about Club Med Bintan’s School Holiday Treats programme, visit www.clubmed.com.sg or call the reservation hotline at 1800 258 2633.
Beach resort getaways
If you’re looking for a relaxing family getaway that allows you to enjoy quality time together, you may want to check into one of the beach resorts around Bintan. Some of these beach resorts are currently running packaged holiday promotions for the June holiday period.
Nirwana Gardens Resort is offering a 20% discount off its best available room rates under the Family Fun programme. Among the perks that come with this programme include complimentary buffet breakfast for 2 adults and up to 2 children, free Activities Passes for the kids and lots more. To find out more about Nirwana Gardens Resort’s Family Fun programme, visit www.nirwanagardens.com.
Bintan Lagoon Resort’s 3D2N Fun N Stay programme is priced from $122 per person for each night’s stay. Items included in the package include complimentary buffet breakfast and 10% off F&B and leisure activities for the family such as mini golf, face painting and kids jungle trekking. If you’re keen to take the family on a short trip during the June holidays, do drop the resort an email at reservations@mozaichotels.com or call them at 6750 2280. Be sure to mention the Fun N Stay package to enjoy the promotional rates!
Let’s go golf!
For a different experience, what about taking the family on a holiday that involves lots of swinging on the golf course? This great holiday idea gives mum and dad the chance to bond with the kids while learning a new sport.
One of the best places to play golf in Bintan is at the Ria Bintan Golf Resort, which is home to a 36-hole championship golf course designed by professional golfer, Gary Player. The resort is running a special 2D1N Learn Golf programme in June, starting from $149 per person. This includes 2 hours of introductory golf lessons at the driving range, accommodation at the Ria Golf Lodge and two-way land transfers between Bintan ferry terminal and the Ria Bintan Golf Resort, among others. For more details on this holiday golf programme, you can call the resort’s reservation hotline at 6546 7555. Be sure to quote ‘The Asian Parent Special’ to enjoy the promotional rates for bookings and travel this June.
So now that you’ve decided on the type of holiday to take the family to in Bintan, go ahead and make the best of the great offers at the various places mentioned in this article. Book a slot for your family – and have a happy June holiday!