PSS Overseas Trip

Journey to Phatthalung
4 Mar - 8 Mar 2011

Phatthalung was formerly known as Mardelong in Malay, especially during the time when the region came under Muslim influence.

During the reign of King Ramathibodi I of the Ayutthaya kingdom in the 14th century Phatthalung became one of twelve royal cities. At the end of the 18th century King Rama I submitted the city to the Ministry of Defense, which was responsible for all the southern provinces. During the administrative reform by King Chulalongkorn Phatthalung became part of the Monthon Nakhon Si Thammarat.

Phatthalung is also characterised by towering limestone mountains, home to myriad caves used for meditation, and flat rice growing areas. The ever popular shadow plays, using puppets carved from buffalo hides, and the famous Nora dance was originated here.

Program

Day one - 4 March 2011

1300 hrs, Meet at Changi International Airport for check-in to departure flight,
1505 hrs, Flight departing from Singapore
1625 hrs, Arrives at Penang
1730 hrs, Transfer to Hotel Continental by coach for check-in, rest of the day is free at leisure,
1800 hrs, Dinner at Penang Best Food Garden (beside Hotel)* 

*this meals is not included*

Day two - 5 March 2011

0500 hrs, Depart from Hotel by coach and Breakfast at border, 
0915 hrs, Photo taking at heritage temple,
1030 hrs, Break for Chicken Rice,
1300 hrs, Lunch at TESCO Supermarket,
1430 hrs, Check in to Hotel for a short rest,
1700 hrs, Gather and departs to photographs Buffalo,
1930 hrs, Dinner at Thai Food restaurants.

Day three - 6 March 2011

0600 hrs, Breakfast,
0630 hrs, Photo taking of Sunrise at fishing village at shore,
0800 hrs, Boat ride to take close up of village scene, 
1300 hrs, Lunch at TESCO
1430 hrs, Check in to Hotel for a short rest,
1700 hrs, Gather and departs to photographs Buffalo,
1930 hrs, Dinner at Thai Food restaurants.

Day four - 7 March 2011

0600 hrs, Breakfast,
0630 hrs, Photo taking of Sunrise at fishing village (on boat - 5 person to 1 boat),
0900 hrs, Photographing the in-famous rooster fighting or "Cock fights", 
1300 hrs, Lunch at TESCO
1430 hrs, Self-exploration with Instructors,
1700 hrs, Gather and departs to photographs Buffalo,
1930 hrs, Dinner at Thai Food restaurants.

Day five - 8  March 2011

0500 hrs, breakfast,
0630 hrs, Sunrise shoot of the fishing village,
1200 hrs, Lunch at Haiyat
1445 hrs, departs for Penang
1800 hrs, Dinner at Penang local resturant
1900 hrs, checks in to Penang Airport for departure
2130 hrs, Departs from Penang Airport.
2245 hrs, Arrives at Changi International Airport.

Flight Details

TBC

*Economy class air ticket will be our top choice in booking air tickets, however in the event where seats are no longer available due to late signups, alternative airline will be used.
*Air tickets price may be increase for participants who sign up late, in such event; participants will have to top up difference in air ticket cost.

Pricing (PSS Members)

Price per person:              SGD $ 900.00 (twin-sharing)
Single room Supplement: SGD $ 950.00 (Single room)

Pricing (Non-PSS Members)

Price per person:              SGD $ 1000.00 (twin-sharing)
Single room Supplement: SGD $ 1050.00 (Single room)

*single room only applies for first night, subsequence nights are single room*

Price includes:

- All airfares in economy class
- Accommodation in International-class 4 stars hotel
- All meals from Day 2 onwards
- Private transportation
- Local guides in Penang & Phatthalung
- Accompanying Tour agent
- Accompanying Photo Instructor

Price excludes:

- Personal expenses including drinks, telephone, laundry and tips during the trip,
- Entrance Fee for sights during free and easy periods,
- Personal Travel Insurance,
- Tips for drivers and local guide.

Cancellation Charges

Fees paid are non-refundable for this trip, as the funds is required to secure the hotels stays & Air tickets.

For more enquires, you may email to George Low at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Click here to   or download the Application form here

Photography Society of New Zealand National Convention 2011

Venue : North Harbour Function Centre
Dates : 6 to 10 April 2011

The photographic Society of New Zealand National Convention 2011 is being hosted bt the North Shore Photographic Society 

We are excited to be welcoming you to the North Shore in April 2011, to showcase our neighbourhood and the talented photographers and speakers who are attending.

We have some very unique Field Trips to enjoy, or you can spend the day learning at the workshops.

Sadly, you can’t do everything so choose carefully— a Devonport/Downtown Auckland tour, Sunset at Muriwai or Cultural Chaos north of the City are options as is the chance to really get to grips with lighting techniques.

The North Shore is different from Auckland, the people, the villas, the beaches and the slower pace of life. Photo opportunities abound and following the Convention it is only 3 hours’ drive to the beautiful Bay of Islands or the famous Hokianga and the giant Kauri forests.

We want you to come and enjoy, learn and socialise with your photography friends. For this we have kept one evening free by popular demand. Local accommodation will go quickly so get in early. Many of the ones we have listed are offering special rates, so make sure you mention the convention when you make your booking. 

It’s a SHORE THING — we want you to come to North Harbour Stadium, Stadium Drive, Albany

Early Bird registrations received by February 11th are in the draw for Light Room 3.

Please complete the attached Application form with a photocopy of the first page of your passport and return to PSS together with a cheque made payable to:

The Photographic Society of Singapore.