Batam with a 11 mths ?

[Cheyenne]

Hi Mummies, I won a voucher to Batam View Resort (all paid, except for lunch & dinner) that expired in 30 Jun. So thought of bring my 11mth prince along.

But faces major objection from parents, reasons cite : Mosquitoes, No clean water, still rather 'messy' there.

Any one can share experience at Batam? I also intend to bring my maid along, so that we can at least get around with her help in terms of communication.

Thanks.

 

[adlieyn]

hi there , my mom usually bring my 11 mt old daugther to batam to buy her things there .. as for the place that u are going , i guess it sud be alright as the place u are going is a resort .. whic i tink its more clener then the place wee my mom usually go and bring my baby out . My mom will also go to their dry markets , even the shopping center etc ..

and seriously , the items there is real cheap !!

 

[nsync_su]

I juz came back from phuket with my 1 month old son and all i caan say is if u really wanna go... prepare their things in details. From milk to medications and everything will be fine. Small details r the most important.

 

[Ting]

i think, if u r comfy in bringin your child there, just go ahead, but make sure u prepare all neccessities.
if not, just go ahead with your hubby if your mum is OK to look after y9ur child for u for a couple of days.

 

[apollo]

babe, just go ahead. as long as u prepare whatever ur bb needs will do. lik medications, FM, diapers all bring more than enough. and of cos, TOYS! haha!

 

[Cheyenne]

Thanks for all your reply.

Hubby and I also decided to go - since this is our first family trip. Of course, will be extra prepared = kiasu of the items.

Will 'strategies' our talk with Mum tonight for the last try, before booking.

 

[apollo]

Thanks for all your reply.

Hubby and I also decided to go - since this is our first family trip. Of course, will be extra prepared = kiasu of the items.

Will 'strategies' our talk with Mum tonight for the last try, before booking.

if i were u, i will book b4 telling mum. letting them noe is to respect them, not seeking for permissiion =)

 

[LSmummy]

I'll brought my then 10month old son to batam Harris in Mar. He enjoyed himself (esp the pool area). =)
As what the other mummies said, packed along some medication and those daily needs along should be fine.

 

[Cheyenne]

I've booked our June Hols trip, ie 2 weeks time - Finally. Parent gave a black face for 2 nights, but after that ok already.

Now got another headache : we want to bring our Indo maid along too (reward her and also help out), But was told by travel agent that she need to pay 1 Mil Rupiah = SGD 110 for exit tax. Alternatively, is to bring her to the embassy here for a 'chop' on her passport.

Gosh... so much obstacles to cross for this simple trip.

 

[ifah03]

For your maid's, Actually, it is not to chop her passport, it is to change her address to the work permit address. Yes, kind of a hassle, cos, employet must go in person. then, collect passport on another day. Only accept passport in morning, only can pick up at evening. Hesrd, they have quota, only accept a certain no of passport for processing. processing is free, but need a photocopy of passport and work permit (if I remember correctly).

Took my son to batam when he was younger, no problem. He enjoyed the ferry ride. Just be prepared with his supplies and enjoy!

Have Fun!