I want to write about Bali, the Gold Coast, Hawaii and Costa del Sol but I decided to start at home. So I'll write (or try to write) about Port Dickson.
Why PD? It is probably the most popular seaside town in Malaysia. The beaches are not exactly pristine, the water not that clear but being less than one and a half hours by car from KL or PJ or Shah Alam makes it a convenient weekend getaway. The beach stretches 12 or so miles, the more popular spots being the 4th mile, Teluk Kemang and Blue Lagoon near the light house.
Port Dickson is believed to have been discovered by Sir Frederick Dickson, a British official who was looking for a suitable port during in the 1880s. The port was needed to facilitate the transportation of tin ore from the mines of Sungai Ujong, to Klang.
Hotels and resorts line the beach; from the luxurious Avillion (there are two, the water chalets and the one near the marina) and Thistle (ehem!) to the budget I’m not sure of their names hotels. There is also the Tanjung Tuan, Ilham and Ancasa apartments. Most large companies and banks have holiday homes in PD. There is a campside at the 4th mile but the toilet facilities leaves a lot to be desired. For a nice clean toilet/shower, go to the one near Ancasa.
What is there to do in PD? Swimming in the sea and be sea-crabs is a must. Walking on the beach hand in hand or just sit by the beach and talk or read is also nice. Water sports are abundant, jet skis, sailing and banana boats, but not scuba or snorkelling. There is a golf course at the Thistle and another at the Army camp. The Eagle Ranch has team building and paintball facilities.
Food, there is nothing special, “Thai seafood” restaurants are everywhere but for speedy service, go early. If you get there after 8, expect to still be there an hour and a half later.
Decent nightspots can be found at hotels. I’m sure there are karaoke lounges but I can’t recommend any.
What I feel is lacking in PD is a theme park, something like Blackpool’s Pleasure Beach or the one in Genting.
Whether it’s a day trip or for the weekend, PD is not perfect but nice place to go.
Why PD? It is probably the most popular seaside town in Malaysia. The beaches are not exactly pristine, the water not that clear but being less than one and a half hours by car from KL or PJ or Shah Alam makes it a convenient weekend getaway. The beach stretches 12 or so miles, the more popular spots being the 4th mile, Teluk Kemang and Blue Lagoon near the light house.
Port Dickson is believed to have been discovered by Sir Frederick Dickson, a British official who was looking for a suitable port during in the 1880s. The port was needed to facilitate the transportation of tin ore from the mines of Sungai Ujong, to Klang.
Hotels and resorts line the beach; from the luxurious Avillion (there are two, the water chalets and the one near the marina) and Thistle (ehem!) to the budget I’m not sure of their names hotels. There is also the Tanjung Tuan, Ilham and Ancasa apartments. Most large companies and banks have holiday homes in PD. There is a campside at the 4th mile but the toilet facilities leaves a lot to be desired. For a nice clean toilet/shower, go to the one near Ancasa.What is there to do in PD? Swimming in the sea and be sea-crabs is a must. Walking on the beach hand in hand or just sit by the beach and talk or read is also nice. Water sports are abundant, jet skis, sailing and banana boats, but not scuba or snorkelling. There is a golf course at the Thistle and another at the Army camp. The Eagle Ranch has team building and paintball facilities.
Food, there is nothing special, “Thai seafood” restaurants are everywhere but for speedy service, go early. If you get there after 8, expect to still be there an hour and a half later.
Decent nightspots can be found at hotels. I’m sure there are karaoke lounges but I can’t recommend any.
What I feel is lacking in PD is a theme park, something like Blackpool’s Pleasure Beach or the one in Genting.
Whether it’s a day trip or for the weekend, PD is not perfect but nice place to go.
Hey seacrab...
ReplyDeleteI agree with Sam, Thistle (used to be called Guoman Resorts) is a nice place to stay, after the renovation has been done.