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Enquire About This Tour Code SEPS South East Asian Peninsula
Duration: 15 Days Route: Singapore to Bangkok Style: Adventure Tours Price: TBA
Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand
Your adventure through South East Asia doesn't get any better than this. Encompassing Chinese, French and Indian influences, Buddhist, Hindu and Muslim faiths, there is a diversity here which defies the geographical scale of the region. Taking in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand, you'll discover a variety of regional cultures and cuisines during the tour. Beyond the trappings of civilisation there is plenty of beautiful natural scenery to explore.
The tour that we operate in the reverse direction is South East Asian Peninsula (SESP).
Tour Dossier Introduction
- Dossier Last Updated: 08-09-2014
- Tour Code: SEPS
- Duration: 14 nights / 15 days
- Joining City: Singapore
- Departure City: Bangkok
- Nearest Joining International Airport: Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
- Nearest Departing International Airport: Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Intl Airport (BKK), Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport (DMK)
Please check this document just before departing in case of last minute changes to your tour.
Tour Documents
What's Included
Rickshaw City Tour of Melaka
Full Day Trek in the Cameron Highlands
Penang Heritage Walk
Entry and Guided Tour of the Grand Palace
13 nights in hotels, hostels & guesthouses, 1 nights on overnight buses
2 breakfasts
Travel by local public bus, train, boat, taxi, on foot
Tucan Travel tour leader, English-speaking local guide(s) on included excursions
What's not Included
International flights and departure taxes
Domestic flight taxes if applicable
Tips on included excursions, visas, travel insurance, personal items and single rooms.
Airport transfers and pre and post tour accommodation
Spending money – budget for meals, snacks, drinks, limited souvenirs, laundry, tips and any extras
Optional excursions - Please see our optional excursions guide on the dossier page for a comprehensive list of optional activities and excursions available on this tour.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 to 1 - Arrive Singapore
The first day of your tour is simply an arrival day with no pre-organised activities. In order to allow time to relax and see some of the sights you may wish to add pre tour accommodation. On arrival please ask at the reception for information on when the pre departure meeting will be held.
Singapore may be small in size, but its larger-than-life attitude and modernisation will ensure your visit here is truly unforgettable. A major international hub, the city will house travellers and business people from all over the world at any given time. You would be forgiven for thinking you should be donned in a suit clutching a briefcase as you lose yourself between the ultra-modern high rise buildings. Like any major city, the shopping is excellent here (although not always cheap). There are many historical and cultural sights to see if you are after an insight into the tradition of this fascinating country. Visit Little India and Chinatown for a glimpse into the old way of life of the city. You may want to don your best travelling garb and try a traditional Singapore Sling at the Long Bar in the famous Raffles Hotel. Steeped in history, this spectacular colonial style hotel is beautiful to see as you make your way to the bar which is more relaxed than you may think as it is a must to throw your peanut shells on the floor! Singapore restaurants are not the cheapest you will come across in South East Asia but if you hit some of the market food stalls or the hawker centres you are sure to delight in an amazing selection of fresh, scrumptious food.
Optional Excursions: Zoological Gardens – US$22 • Singapore History Museum – US$10 • Singapore Botanic Gardens and National Orchid Garden – free
Day 2 to 3 - Melaka
Melaka is one of Malaysia's most popular destinations and was an important trading port several hundred years ago. The historical city centre has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Portuguese settled here in the 16th century and their influence can be seen in much of the architecture around the city. There are many attractions in Melaka, from temples to churches, and mosques to museums. The destination is famous for its traditional Chinese Nyonya cuisine, which you can sample from one of the traditional Peranakan shop houses.
Included Excursions: Rickshaw city tour
Optional Excursions: River cruise from – MYR 20
Day 4 to 5 - Kuala Lumpur
We arrive in Malaysia's lively capital, Kuala Lumpur. A major tourist hub, 'KL' (as it is usually referred) is modern, slightly congested, and it offers all the creature comforts of your average major city. High rises abound, shopping is excellent (and one of the city's major attractions) and its bustling day-to-day goings-on provide an insight into Malay business culture. There are many things to do here - both cultural and indulgent. During your time here, why not check out Berjaya Times Square in the Bukit Bintang area, the biggest mall in Asia - where the 8th floor houses a mini theme park consisting of several roller coasters and white-knuckle rides. You could also visit the tallest twin tower building in the world, the Petronas Towers. There are also many colonial buildings to visit if you feel the need to step back in time and take a break from the modern high rises.
Day 6 to 7 - Cameron Highlands
Named after William Cameron, a British colonial government surveyor who discovered the plateau during in 1885, the Cameron Highlands is a highland region around 1500 metres above sea level. There are many things to do and see here, including: a butterfly farm, strawberry farms, rose gardens, a Chinese temple and vegetable farms. You also have a jungle trek amongst the cool, refreshing forest air. The region's fertile mountain slopes make it one of the best places in the country to grow tea, and there are many tea plantations. The Cameron Highlands is also a major supplier of vegetables to Malaysia and Singapore.
Included Excursions: Full day jungle trek
Optional Excursions: Kuala Kangsar town tour – US$30
Day 8 to 9 - Penang
We make for Penang. We will stay in Georgetown, which is the island's capital. Georgetown possesses a unique charm, blending old and new cultures. Peddlers exhibit their goods surrounded by modern buildings. Old buildings stand side-by-side with new businesses. Take a rickshaw tour and introduce yourself to this lively town or perhaps visit the 65-storey Kompleks Tun Abdul Razak (KOMTAR), a prominent Penang landmark, which houses Government departments, commercial offices, department stores, shops and restaurants.
Included Excursions: Penang Heritage Walk
Optional Excursions: Hill and Temple (Kek Lok Si) – MYR 80 includes guide and train tickets
Day 10 to 10 - Langkawi
Made up of 99 islands, Lankawi is a paradise nestled in north Malaysia. Here we relax on the beach, enjoy the beautiful waters and bury our feet in the sand. Until 1986, the islands were thought to be cursed until they were developed into a poplar destination for tourists.
Day 11 to 13 - Ao Nang
The gateway to the Southern Gulf of Thailand, Ao Nang is the perfect getaway. Here you can relax on quiet deserted beaches, go snorkelling or learn how to dive. There are options for trekking or if you simply want to take in the surrounds you can go island hopping and visit many pristine beaches and natural caves.
Hire a local longtail boat and visit hidden coves and tropical beaches around neighbouring islands. If you're after something a bit more energetic, hire a speedboat to , the small uninhabited islands, which offers fantastic snorkelling and vivid turquoise waters.
Day 14 to 14 - Bangkok
Thailand's capital, Bangkok, a crazy and chaotic city! Known in Thai as Krung Thep Maha Nakhon pronounced or Krung Thep "city of angels" for short, Bangkok was a small trading post at the mouth of the Chao Phraya River during the Ayutthaya Kingdom. Bangkok is now the gateway to South East Asia for most travellers and international backpackers come and go and the streets are always buzzing and full of life.
No visit to Bangkok is complete without a visit to Khao San Road, the famous strip filled with markets, stalls and neon lights. From people watching to shopping, and nightlife to food and drink, this is the place to be on a night out in Bangkok. If you're feeling adventurous you might wish to try a fried insect or two!
On a more cultural note, Bangkok also boasts hundreds of Wats (temples), with Wat Arun being the main one visited by most travellers. The Grand Palace is also a popular attraction, and for something different you can cruise along the Chao Phraya River and through the canals. Bangkok once had an elaborate network of canals and was given the nickname, 'Venice of the East', and although some of them have been filled in and converted to streets, many still exist today. Travelling through these canals you will see how the locals live along the riverside - you almost forget you are in a large, bustling city.
Optional Excursions: Thai Massage per hour from – THB 200 • Wat Phra Kaew – from THB 500 • Thai cookery course – from THB 1200 • Bangkok canal tour – from THB 750
Day 15 to 15 - Depart Bangkok
Your adventure of a lifetime comes to an end today. If you have a late flight or have lengthened your stay by adding post tour accommodation you will have more time to explore the sights.
Day by Day Itinerary
|Single Room
|Day 1
|Day 2
|Day 3
|Day 4
|Kuala Lumpur
|Day 5
|Kuala Lumpur
|Day 6
|Cameron Highlands
|Day 7
|Cameron Highlands
|Day 8
|Day 9
|Day 10
|Day 11
|Ao Nang
|Day 12
|Ao Nang
|Day 13
|Overnight bus/train to Bangkok
|Day 14
|Day 15
(B - Breakfast, L - Lunch, D - Dinner included)
For tours that include the option of a single supplement, a ✔ will indicate in which destinations single rooms are available. The detailed and day by day itineraries above are provided in good faith and it is our intention to adhere to the published route. Changes may be made before or during your tour for operational or safety reasons or to incorporate improvements. Impromptu changes may also occur whilst you are travelling as a result of one-off circumstances such as an excursion being closed on a particular day, weather conditions or transport. Delays are rare but occur occasionally and for this reason and the reasons above this itinerary should be considered as a guide only. Published transport times are approximations and may vary depending on local conditions.
Travel Style
This is an Adventure Tour, we see a destination from the locals' perspective using a variety of transport and staying in small locally owned accommodation. There is a maximum of 16 travellers with an average group size of 8-12. All our Adventure Tours are priced per person on a shared room basis meaning there is no compulsory extra payment for those travelling on their own. Please read the Adventure Tour travel style dossier to ensure you understand the style of travel you are undertaking: http://www.tucantravel.com/travel-styles/dossier/adventure-tours
I'd like my own room
If you are a solo traveller, a single room is available on most occasions at an extra cost. Price information can be found on the price page of each tour. This must be booked in advance.
Joining your tour
Your joining location is:
Hangout Hotel@Mt Emily
10A Upper Wilke Road
Tel: (+65) 6438 5588
Email: email@example.com
Website: www.hangouthotels.com
There are safe deposit boxes for your use (you will get an itemised receipt). Please leave all of your important documents, money and travellers cheques here when you go out but remember to carry some form of ID and a photocopy of your passport with you.
It is advisable not to wear chains or expensive looking watches or jewellery while in major cities. You should also keep your camera concealed when not in use and carry daypacks on your front for extra safety.
Arriving in Singapore
When arriving at Singapore's Changi International Airport we recommend that you obtain some Singaporean dollars (SGD) upon arrival. There are numerous international ATMs inside the airports, as well as money exchange offices. The rate will always vary slightly depending on where you go, it may be worth changing a small amount of money at the airport for your transport, and then finding a bank or money exchange within the town centre.
Making your own way
A taxi from the airport to the hotel will cost roughly S$25. Taxis are reliable and remember to insist to always go by meter.
The Metro runs from a station between T2 and T3, but you'll need to change trains at Tanah Merah to a city-bound train: just exit through the left hand side door and cross the platform. The 30-minute ride to City Hall station costs S$1.90 plus a refundable S$1 deposit.
Pre-Departure Meeting
When you arrive on day one of your trip, you should find some local information at the hotel lobby. Your tour leader will be staying in the hotel and should have put up a welcome note to let you know what room they are in. A pre-departure meeting is usually held in the afternoon or early evening of day one. You will need to bring the following important items to the meeting with your tour leader:
- Your passport, including any necessary visas and at least one photocopy to give to your tour leader
- Vaccination certificates if relevant to any destinations on your tour
- Travel insurance policy and a photocopy to give to your tour leader
- Your travel voucher
- Your local payment in US$ cash (Budget Expeditions only)
Missing the tour departure
If you miss the start of your tour, please ask at the reception of the hotel for a message from your tour leader which will give you instructions on how to catch up with the group. Any associated costs will be at your own expense (although, depending on the reason, you may be able to claim these from your travel insurance so ensure you keep all receipts).
If you know in advance that you are unlikely to arrive on time, please contact Tucan Travel immediately so we can inform the tour leader. Tucan Travel cannot be held responsible should your airline/boat/coach be delayed and we are unable to refund any unused portion of your tour.
Time Keeping
Punctuality is very important and throughout the tour your tour leader will give you the time to meet in reception. Tour leaders will often post notes at reception with meeting times, so remember to always look out for these.
Although rare, delays can occur and we therefore advise you not to arrange your onward travel too close to the end of the tour. We take no responsibility for any missed flights or additional expenses If the group arrives late into the departure city at the end of the tour.
Emergency Contact Details
In the unlikely event of an emergency, please contact our Asia Destinations Manager on +44 (0)203 129 3763
Emergency contact details are a service for emergency calls only. We respectfully request that you consider the urgency of your enquiry. Non-urgent enquiries should be made during office hours. Visit contact us page for office hours.
Keeping in Touch
Your tour leader will point out internet cafes in all major cities and towns and Wi-Fi may be available in some hotels. Mobile phones may not work locally depending on your network. If you have an unlocked phone you may be able to purchase a local SIM card. Hotel details, apart from the joining hotel, are not given in advance and are subject to change, so if someone needs to contact you urgently during your tour the best method is to contact our office who can pass a message on to the tour leader.
For personal spending money we recommend bringing US dollars, Pounds Sterling or Euros to exchange for or use alongside local currency. Travellers cheques are not accepted everywhere and can be expensive to exchange, but offer a more secure way of transporting funds. While bank cards provide a very good way to access funds overall, it is not recommended to rely on them as your sole source of funds as cash machines do not always work and may not be available in remote locations. Carry a mix of cards and cash with you, including notes in small denominations.
ATMs are fairly commonplace and pay out in local currency, except in Cambodia where US dollars is the main form of currency. If the ATM doesn't work after the first two attempts, find another machine as it may retain your card the third time. Always make sure no one else sees your PIN number when using ATMs.
Your spending money should cover some meals, optional excursions, souvenirs, drinks, laundry, border and airport taxes and any visas obtained locally. We provide guideline prices for optional excursions in the itinerary to help you budget, but ultimately the amount you will need to budget for your trip very much depends on your individual requirements. We recommend bringing extra money to cover emergencies or unexpected situations.
Tipping is a part of the life in Asia, but you should not feel obliged or pressured to tip if you have not received good service. A gratuity of 10% of the total bill is recommended in restaurants. Gratuities are usually expected for local guides on included and optional excursions. Tips are also appreciated by Tucan Travel tour leaders at the end of your tour and we recommend an average of $2-$4 per person per day for the duration of your tour. This is only if you feel that their service was up to standard and is completely at your own discretion.
Packing List
The best advice when packing is to travel light and leave space for souvenirs in your bag.
It is important to bring luggage you can carry and lift comfortably, potentially up several flights of stairs in hotels where elevators are not available and between bus/train stations and hotels. There may be times when you have to get your luggage through crowded streets which may be cobbled or store your luggage in lockers. Luggage too large for lockers will have to be left insecurely or carried for the duration of the day.
We recommend a frameless backpack or a sports type shoulder bag which fits comfortably on your shoulders, as they are less bulky and easier to handle than rigid suitcases or framed backpacks. Suitcases are not suitable for our tours and are not recommended. Tucan Travel takes no responsibility for damage to your luggage while on tour.
In addition to your main bag, you will need a small daypack for your everyday excursions. Try to keep this bag as light as possible and make sure that all main sections of your bags can be padlocked. This daypack should have enough room to carry food and snacks for long hikes and treks and space to carry belongings for overnight excursions.
Sleeping Sheet
Sleeping bags are not required on this tour, but a sleeping bag liner/sleep sheet is optional if you wish to bring one along. Some passengers like to use them on long bus journeys and overnight trains.
Clothing and Footwear
We recommend packing lightweight and durable clothes. Nights can be cold at higher altitude, so it is a good idea to bring at least one pair of warm trousers plus several thinner sweaters / fleeces which you can layer. Please avoid military or camouflage-patterned clothing as it can cause problems and in some countries may be illegal. In some sacred and religious areas you will be required to cover your shoulders and knees as a sign of respect (this often applies to men as well as women). A sarong or light scarf can be very useful in these scenarios.
Good, comfortable walking shoes are essential. These do not need to be expensive boots, but they should have good ankle support and grip, be worn in and ideally waterproof.
Essential items:
- A lightweight water/windproof jacket with hood
- East to pack wide-brimmed hat of cap
- Towel - you will need a towel for most overnight excursions
- Swimwear
- Sandals or thongs/jandals/flip flops
Suggested items:
There are usually laundromats or laundry services in or near most of our hotels. Hotel services can be pretty costly however your tour leader will be able to recommend cheaper options. If you wash clothes yourself take care not to be too obvious where you hang them as most hotels do not like guests washing and drying their clothes in the hotel rooms.
Electricity Supply
The power supply in Asia differs not only from country to country but sometimes from region to region within a country.
- Vietnam, Thailand & Laos require a European plug with two circular metal pins
- Singapore and Malaysia requires a three square pin power sockets as in the UK.
- Japan requires a plug with two flat parallel prongs similar to those used in North and Central America. However, the Japanese plug has two identical flat prongs.
- China use a Japanese-style plug with two parallel flat blades; Australian-style plug with two flat angled blades and one vertical grounding blade; British-style plug with two flat blades and one flat grounding blade; South African/Indian-style plug with two circular metal pins above a large circular
- Cambodia uses a European plug with two circular metal pins or Japanese-style plug with two parallel flat blades.
- Nepal uses 2 or 3 round prongs as found in the US. You will also need a voltage converter.
- India use South African/Indian-style plug with two circular metal pins above a large circular grounding pin.
- Central Asia, Indonesia, Russia and Mongolia use a European plug with two circular metal pins.
We recommend bringing a universal plug adaptor with you.
Health, Fitness & Safety
It is important to consult your doctor or travel clinic in good time before your tour departs to determine what vaccinations you require. You may need several vaccinations and/or malaria tablets and you should be aware that some inoculations require more than one visit and can take several weeks to administer. Always carry your International Certificate of Vaccination with your passport.
Malaria can be found in some parts of Asia. The risk is greater in rainforests or other areas at sea level. If required make sure you pack sufficient prophylactics for the duration of your tour and the incubation period after. You should take a good insect repellent (with DEET) and apply liberally and regularly. Flying-insect spray or mosquito coils (containing a pyrethroid insecticide) can help clear rooms of mosquitoes and may be worth bringing.
Pack a Medical Kit
A medical kit is handy for minor wounds and ailments. In areas with limited or dubious medical facilities, an emergency medical kit containing sterile syringes is also advisable. By law our staff are not allowed to administer first aid or give drugs to travellers, so please be prepared with your own supplies.
If you are taking medication, please ensure you bring an adequate supply and a letter from your doctor to avoid potential issues at border crossings.
Fitness & Suitability
This is a public transport-based tour so it is essential that you be able to carry your bags over distances between bus and train stations and hotels, generally for up to 20 minutes. Disruptions happen and while your tour leader will make every effort to ensure your trip runs smoothly, patience, a sense of humour and willingness to get involved and help your tour leader are essential ingredients for a successful and happy group.
If you have any pre-existing medical conditions please let us know at the time you book or as early before departure as possible. Depending on the severity of the condition, you may be asked to produce a medical certificate from your doctor approving your participation in this tour. While this would only happen in very exceptional circumstances, if we consider you incapable completing this tour or you have concealed an existing medical condition which is affecting your ability to participate in the tour of Tucan Travel reserve the right to turn you away without reimbursement.
Safety & Security
Asia is generally safe, even more so in a group. Reasonable precaution is advised; do not bring valuable jewellery or watches (even fakes can catch the eye of a thief), do not walk by yourself at night, heed your tour leader's advice and always keep an eye and a hand on your camera and bags in public places. Tucan Travel cannot accept responsibility for any valuables left in safe deposits in hotels or on public transport.
Travel Guides
If you would like to discover more about your destination, including history, geography, climate and language, please have a read of our country travel guides available here: http://www.tucantravel.com/destination-travel-guides/asia-travel-guides.
Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months after you have finished your tour with sufficient blank pages for visas and immigration stamps. Photocopy your passport, leaving one copy at home and taking one with you on tour. If you lose your passport while on tour, you will be responsible for any expenses incurred such as extra accommodation and transport while replacing your passport and will not be entitled to a refund of any unused portion of your tour.
Tour Documents
Before you depart you will be issued with a voucher for your tour and separate vouchers for any extra services such as airport transfers and pre/post tour accommodation. Please print these out and bring them with you. This dossier is updated regularly, so we recommend checking our website for the latest version just prior to the start of your tour.
Final Balance
The balance for your tour is due no later than 60 days prior to the start of your tour and no tour vouchers will be issued until this is received. In addition please send the following details at least 60 days before you depart:
- Passport number, date of issue, date of expiry, nationality and place of issue
- Your full name and date of birth
- Flight arrival details in your starting city
- Special requirements, e.g. special dietary requirements or allergies
Please let us know if you are travelling with another person on the tour but have made separate bookings and we will endeavour to make suitable rooming arrangements.
All countries have visa requirements that are subject to change at short notice. A general guideline for visa requirements is available here: http://www.tucantravel.com/before-you-go/visa-guide, but you must check with your local embassy or consulate for the very latest visa requirement information based on your nationality. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have all necessary visas for your tour. If you would like help applying for visas, we have recommended visa agencies on our visa page that we work with regularly.
Important things to check when applying for visas:
- Does the validity of the visa cover the duration of your time spent in the country?
- Do you require a single or multiple entry visa(s) for your tour?
- Are you required to show additional documentation when you arrive in a country? (Examples include proof of onward travel and travel itinerary)
Some visas are only valid for entry within three months of the date of issue which means on some of our longer tours the visa would expire before you are scheduled to enter the country. In these cases you must obtain the relevant visa during your tour. If it is necessary for you to obtain any visas en-route, please contact Tucan Travel or your travel consultant and inform your tour leader at the start of the tour. If you do not have the appropriate visas, Tucan Travel will not reimburse any expenses incurred in acquiring visas or any unused portion of the tour.
It is best to apply for visas in your home country if possible. If applying for visas by post, please allow plenty of time before departure and send your application by registered mail. Postal applications tend to be given a lower priority than in person applications and can take longer to process.
Special Note: If you have dual nationality it is advised not to obtain different visas in different passports. Although this may sometimes be cheaper, you may encounter problems at border crossings if your exit stamps from one country are not the same as your visa for the next.
Travel Insurance Policy
Travel insurance is compulsory for all tours. You must be adequately insured for medical, hospital, baggage and personal expenses, any necessary extra travel (rejoining tour or repatriation) as well as curtailment and cancellation.
We strongly recommend that all clients carry a copy of their full policy document with them at all times, together with any certificate showing the policy number and emergency contact details. Your tour leader will also ask for a photocopy of your insurance document, so please take this to the pre-departure meeting at the start of your tour. You will not be able to commence your tour unless you can provide proof of insurance to your tour leader.
Document Checklist
- Tour Voucher & Vouchers for extra services
- Passport (with photocopies of information pages and visas)
- Tour Dossier
- Cash & credit/debit cards (best to take a mixture and more than one card in case one does not work)
- Travel Insurance Certificate and photocopy for tour leader
- Travel consultant's phone number and email address
- Proof of onward travel, ie airline ticket
Optional Excursions
Optional excursions are not operated by Tucan Travel and while every effort is made prices may not be up-to-date and are intended as a general guide to help you budget for your trip. Prices for vehicle-based excursions such as game drives are approximate based on the optimum number of participants and the actual price may vary depending on group size.
Sufficient safety equipment such as helmets and life jackets are sometimes not available and Tucan Travel is unable to provide this equipment. If you intend to participate in an optional excursion you may like to consider bringing your own safety gear.
Excursions are run by a local operator or third party with both Tucan Travel and the Tour Leader acting as a booking agent only. Optional activities are not part of the tour and Tucan Travel's booking conditions do not apply to them. It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct travel insurance for the excursions you intend to take part in and Tucan Travel is not liable for any injuries incurred.
Responsible Travel
We work hard to ensure our tours are sustainably and ethically run. You can read our responsible travel policy and advice on how you can travel responsibly here: http://www.tucantravel.com/about-us/responsible-travel.
Meet Up
Our free Meet Up app, available on Facebook, on iTunes and Google Play is an opportunity to chat with others passengers before you depart or keep in touch when you arrive back from tour. Information on the app is available here: http://www.tucantravel.com/before-you-go/meet-up
Add-ons & Extras
On many of our Group Tours, we spend one night in our arrival and departure cities. If you want to explore these cities more we can book pre and post tour accommodation, city tours and airport transfers for you. Price information can be found on the price page of each tour. We also have Add-ons - short packages that can be booked alongside a tour or on their own and have been carefully designed to ensure you don't miss out on popular highlights.
Illegal Drugs
The possession or use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated on our tours. When overseas you are subject to local laws and the penalties for breaking these laws can be harsh. In order to safeguard the interests of the group as a whole, our tour leaders have been instructed to insist that any person found with illegal drugs leave the tour immediately – without refund. The tour leader's decision on this matter is final. If you need to carry certain drugs with you for purposes of medication, please inform your tour leader and ensure that you carry a copy of your prescription or letter from your doctor.


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Port Seafood Restaurant in Cebu
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It's the second day of the Sooo Pinoy Food Trip na Pilipinas Cebu leg and our gastronomic adventure continues. And our first destination: Port Seafood Restaurant.
Port Seafood restaurant is designed with a cruise ship/naval theme. The business is owned and managed by the couple Mr. Edward Hayco and Mrs. Eleanor Hayco.
After the restaurant has undergone renovations, overhaul, and total rebranding, the restaurant now enjoys a loyal following is an said to be one of the busiest buffet restaurant in Cebu City. The restaurant offers Cebuano/Filipino dishes recreated with international influence.
So as not to make sure that the interiors would not become boring. the management tries to change the decors at least 5 times in a year, depending on the season, like Halloween, Christmas, Summer, etc.
During the Sooo Pinoy Media tour in Cebu, we were served with Chicken Binakol in Port seafood Restaurant. Binakol is a dish with sliced chicken cooked in coconut juice with added with young coconut strips.
Among the one hundred and one ways of cooking chicken, Binakol is always on top of the list. I love its sweet savory flavor. The sliced coconut strips adds texture to the dish and gives an exciting flavor to the soup.
and to complement with the Binakol is Pineapple Rice. It is actually a fried rice cooked with pineapple bits. the flavor is very refreshing. It is a good pair for the Chicken binakol.
And more than just the binakol and the pineaple rice, Port Seafood Restaurant is also known for its all-day buffet and a la carte dishes. The restaurant's bestsellers includes Sizzling Bangus, Kare kare, lechon, Sizzling squid, pizza and Pasta.
It is also very interesting to note that the restaurant changes its menu every week. this is good so that loyal patrons will not get bored with the menu offerings, and that people will always lok for something new everytime they visit the seafood resto.
Port Seafood restaurant is located beside the Waterfront Resort and Hotel in Lahug, cebu City Philippines.
Our visit to the restaurant is part of itinerary for the sooo Pinoy: Food Trip na Pilipinas Cebu Leg.
Sooo Pinoy is an advocacy of Unilever Food Solutions championing the diversity of the Filipino cuisine.
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Srila Prabhupada was not alone to claim the monlanding was a hoax
PAMHO Devotees
Hare Krishna
Regarding a point raised by someone about - Could it be possible that over 40 scientists from all over the world are lying on the same issues.
Yes its possible.
A story which comes to mind is this
- there was a circus in a village..everyone went in..and came out and said its great.
- Finally they found that everyone was beaten inside..but was too shy to admit it.
It is a possibility :)
Comment Posted By mpcd On 04.10.2009 @ 07:08
Skype Preaching: The Next Frontier
PAMHO Mataji,
Excellent presentation of a truly amazing preaching opportunity for all of us.
I also saw some of your wonderful work at namahatta.org
Your husband Kaunteya Prabhu and yourself are contributing excellently towards the spreading of Lord Caitanya's mercy. My sincere wishes and prayers for both of you. I wish fallen souls like me could also make a small contribution. I request both of you to bless me.
My experience has also been wonderful on the internet. It is a non intrusive medium and I had some wonderful experiences on www.krishna.com in the livechats where I met so many sincere souls, surely many were sent by HG Radha Govinda Dasi and other devotees using the net as a preaching medium.
I would also like to use this opportunity to request devotees to volunteer on Krishna.com as a live helper. There are so many devotees who can preach and counsel, and Krishna.com needs more volunteer live helpers who answer chats and emails.
Devotees can make use of such forums as orkut, hi5, myspace, secondlife, yahoo messenger, gchat, msn etc.
It would be nice to post your profile on as many forums as possible, presenting yourself as a devotee and mention some nice things about being a devotee. LET THE WORLD KNOW THERE ARE SO MANY OF US HAPPY SOULS.
I personally have had a good experience on many such places and can vouch for the same experiences, though I think skypecasts seem much better. I am inspired to try it too. Thank you so much for the inspiration. :)
your servant in the service of Guru and Gauranga
Mahaprabhu Caitanya Das
Comment Posted By mpcd On 18.03.2007 @ 05:43
Disappearance of Sripad Bhakti Svarupa Damodara Maharaja
Dear Sripad Bhakti Svarupa Damodara Maharaja
I am another unfortunate soul who laments your passing. I have had only brief moments with you. I was present at some kirtans sung by you and later also present at a small lecture you gave in Bangalore at a devotee's house. Your style was so warm and personal. You were so humble and also urging everyone to take up scientific preaching and do good to others.
You appeared so shy and humble but when you had to smash a point you were fierce. Your devotion to Srila Prabhupada and ISKCON is so wonderful and the achievements in organising such wonderful conferences and giving recognition to ISKCON in scientific circles is legendary. We have lost a great general but I pray that inspired by you and recognising your desires all other devotees will double their efforts.
I pray that by the mercy of your lotus feet, I too may do some service to your cause.
Your humble servant in service to Guru and Gauranga
Mahaprabhu Caitanya Das JPS
Comment Posted By mpcd On 06.10.2006 @ 18:53
Maharaja Clarifies His Position on Gay Marriages
Dear Devotees
I think Maharaja has clarified his stand and I should accept the version of the senior Vaishnava. It is necessary to be compassionate to one and all. Depending on one's level in Krishna consciousness we may treat people differently. Madhyamas may distinguish between innocent and antagonistic and favorable.What wld me a Kanishta know about the thoughts of Uttamas.
I think I would put this controversy behind and proceed onto other things as this topic may drive one more to Homo..Hetro..consciousness rather than Krishna consciousness.
I can only advise my mind to desist from being distracted from Krishna, but it still is….attracted by so many material things…pray for all of your mercy and blessings…and seek forgiveness for any offence known and unknown. ys..mpcd
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Subha auntie's sexual emotions were negotiated by my uncle Durai and she expressed everything on me. This was unexpected but i loved the way she expressed.
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4x Cicso Aironet 1100 access points with Power over ethernet
everything has been fine until a couple of weeks ago.
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Cycling the power to the Aps works and clears the error, abut after a few days it crops back up again.
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Back and Forth to Go Forward: A Snake on Wheels?
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AbstractHave you ever ridden on a Roller Racer or Plasma Car? These are ride-on toys that you move ahead by moving the steering mechanism back and forth. You've probably seen skateboarders "slaloming" on level ground to keep rolling, it's bascially the same idea. This project explores the physics behind this method of locomotion.
The goal of this project is to study the physics of ride-on toys (e.g., Roller Racers, Plasma Cars) that are powered by moving handlebars back and forth in order to lever the drive wheels from side to side. What is the relationship between frequency of handlebar motion and forward speed?
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- Morris, S., date unknown. "The Physics of the Roller Racer and the Plasma Car," The Experimental Nonlinear Physics Group, Dept. of Physics, University of Toronto, [accessed February 1, 2006] http://www.physics.utoronto.ca/~smorris/edl/plasmacar/plasmacar.html.
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The Roller Racer and Plasma Car are ride-on toys that are powered by back-and-forth motion of a steering column connected to the front wheels (see still pictures of each vehicle, below).
Examine the pictures closely, and you'll see that the drive wheels are located behind the axis of the steering column. With this design, the side-to-side motion of the steering column can impart a forward force on the vehicle. Imagine looking down on one of the vehicles from the top, with the steering wheel turned to the right. In this position, the drive wheels are on the left side of the vehicle's center axis. As the steering wheel is turned back to the left, the drive wheels experience a torque, as well as friction with the floor. By Newton's Third Law of Motion, the floor pushes back on the wheels, and a component of the torquing force is translated into forward motion of the vehicle.
Here are some video links where you can see the vehicles in action. The first link is from the Discovery Channel. This is a "Gadget Grrl" clip hosted by Shannon Bentley, featuring an interview with University of Toronto Physics Professor Stephen Morris. Prof. Morris explains the physics behind the Plasma Car:
Discovery Channel Plasma Car link (This clip will run in a separate window. Be patient, this clip may take a minute or two to load and run.): http://www.exn.ca/video/?video=exn20030408-gg-plasmacar.asx
The second link is from the Mason Corporation, maker of the Roller Racer vehicle. This clip shows the Roller Racer in action (you can choose Windows Media Player or QuickTime format, with file sizes appropriate for either high or low bandwidth connections):
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As was mentioned in the Discovery Channel video clip, there is a knack to getting moving with one of these vehicles, but it is easy to learn. The goal of this project is to determine the relationship between the frequency of steering column oscillation and forward speed of the vehicle. Or, putting it another way, how rapidly should you rock the steering wheel in order to move forward the fastest?
Terms and Concepts
To do this project, you should do research that enables you to understand the following terms and concepts:
- Newton's laws of motion,
- oscillation,
- frequency,
- torque.
- How are the forces that move these vehicles similar to those involved in snake locomotion?
- Nice, Karim, 1998–2006. "How Force, Power, Torque and Energy Work", How Stuff Works, [accessed February 3, 2006] http://science.howstuffworks.com/fpte.htm/printable.
- This website on forces is aimed at upper middle school grades:
Westbrook, G., 2000. "Forces," Utah State Office of Education, http://www.usoe.k12.ut.us/curr/science/sciber00/8th/forces/sciber/intro.htm.
- Here is a high-school level tutorial on Newton's laws of motion:
Henderson, T., 2004. "Newton's Laws of Motion," The Physics Classroom, Glenbrook South High School, Glenview, IL [accessed February 3, 2006] http://csep10.phys.utk.edu/astr161/lect/history/newton3laws.html.
- Morris, S., date unknown. "The Physics of the Roller Racer and the Plasma Car," The Experimental Nonlinear Physics Group, Dept. of Physics, University of Toronto, [accessed February 1, 2006] http://www.physics.utoronto.ca/~smorris/edl/plasmacar/plasmacar.html.
Materials and Equipment
To do this experiment you will need the following materials and equipment:
- vehicle powered by side-to-side motion (i.e., Roller Racer or Plasma Car),
- smooth, level surface for riding with marked distance,
- stop watch,
- one or two helpers to time you.
Note: in theory, it should be possible to adapt this project to a skateboard, but it requires considerably more skill to make the required motions and to be able to do them consistently enough for a controlled experiment.Sources
Both the Roller Racer and the Plasma Car are available direct from the manufacturer
- Mason Corporation sells several versions of the Roller Racer (see "Self-Propelled Riding Vehicles" on their website): http://www.masoncorporation.com/index.html.
- The Plasma Car is available from PlaSmart Corporation: http://www.plasmacar.com/.
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Experimental Procedure
- First do your background research, and make sure that you understand the terms and concepts above.
- For this project, you'll be running a series of time trials over the same straight and level course. You should mark off a starting line, a finish line and measure the distance between them.
- Your helper says "go" and starts the stop watch.
- At the same instant, you start moving on the vehicle, keeping up a steady back-and-forth rhythm. (If you have a metronome, you could use it to help keep a steady rhythm.)
- You count the number of back-and-forth cycles you make (each time you move the steering mechanism from one side to other and back again counts as one cycle).
- Your helper stops the stopwatch and calls out "stop" (so you know exactly when to stop counting) when you cross the finish line.
- Your average speed will be the distance of the course (in meters or feet) divided by your time (in seconds).
- Your average frequency will be the number of cycles you counted divided by your time (in seconds).
- Repeat steps 3–6 at least five times at one steady frequency.
- Try at least two different faster frequencies and at least two different slower frequencies, again, five trials for each (minimum 25 trials total).
- Does forward speed increase with rocking frequency, or does rocking faster become counterproductive at some point? Why?
- Graph your average speed vs. rocking frequency.
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- For more detailed analysis of your velocity and acceleration, you will want to include some intermediate points on your course, at known distances from the starting line. As you pass each point, you will call out the number of cycles you've counted up until then, and your helper with the watch will call out the time. You will be able to calculate the average speed and your rocking between each point on the course. This will give you information about how steadily you are maintaining the pace, and how your speed is changing as you go. You may find that you need a second helper to record the additional data that will result. Your analysis should include your speed and rocking frequency at the intermediate points, as well as the average for the whole course. Were you able to keep up a steady pace? How do the results compare to riding while sitting straight?
- You could also use a video camera (preferably with an in-frame timer recorded along with the video) to record your motion along the course. On playback, you'll be able to analyze your frequency, and the times you pass the marked points on the course.
- Does the best frequency vary or stay the same for riders of different weights? Design an experiment to test your hypothesis.
- What additional forces would be imparted by rocking your body from side to side in synchrony with the steering mechanism? Would you expect these forces to increase, decrease, or have no effect on forward speed? How about rocking in anti-phase with the steering mechanism? Design an experiment to test your hypothesis.
- Analyze the forces that should be applied in order to direct the vehicle along a circular path. From your analysis, predict whether top speed along a circular path will be equal to, lesser than, or greater than top speed along a straight path? Does your analysis work in practice?
- For a more advanced project, determine the efficiency of this method of locomotion. How much of the energy put into the system goes into forward motion? Where does the rest of the energy go? Compare to locomotion of a snake.
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this was easy, quick, and delicious!
Superfast Salisbury Steak
Patten Posted: 12/10/09
karin227 Posted: 09/12/09
So quick and easy, definately a keeper. Kids and adults loved it. Passed it on to my friends
Kimmer Posted: 06/06/10
I made this recipe just as listed,except I didn't have any sherry. Turned out great. Definite comfort food. Very tasty & easy to boot! Will make again for sure.
nycook7 Posted: 01/15/09
Fabulous! Sauce is flavorful and tasty. Very filling comfort food. Even my kids like it. Can't believe it's lo-cal!
AngelaNC Posted: 01/08/09
I really enjoyed the flavor of the sauce and will make it again for a weekday meal. I utilized beef consomme instead of the french onion soup as the recipe calls. This probably greatly reduced the sodium in this recipe as Campbell soups are known for high sodium content. I thinly sliced my own onions and used some corn starch to thicken the sauce a bit more. I probably will add some spices to the beef/turkey mixture next time to give the meat a more hearty flavor.
Jennifer101 Posted: 01/20/09
My husband loves this! I only use extra lean ground beef (no ground turkey). I replace the onion soup with Healthy Request Cream of Mushroom. We have this often....My husband says the sauce really makes this dish.
kathymw Posted: 07/20/10
easy and quick avg meal. nothing fancy good for when u dont know what to make. my husband liked it but my son said it earned a zero. def ganna try again and change it up a bit :)
AshbeeDaven Posted: 01/04/10
I thought this was a good recipe.. BF didnt like it too much compare to traditional Salisbury steak..
bighairtexan55 Posted: 07/24/09
Not traditional Salisbury steak as there were no mushrooms. But it made a very tangy, interesting sauce that I liked even better. And so easy. It's not the most gorgeous meal when plated so i'd probably not serve it for company. I roasted some potatoes and carrots to serve alongside. I'll add this to my regular rotation.
Zakiyyah Posted: 05/23/09
This recipe was really easy to make. I read the previous reviews and added garlic, onions and some seasoning to the burgers. I used cream of mushroom soup instead of french onion and I didnt have the sherry wine on hand either. It still turned out great. It was easy and quick to make. Delicious will definitely make again
BrettDavis Posted: 02/22/09
Great meal for something different every now and then. Took a little longer to make then suggested. Kids liked it and there were no leftovers. I will make this again and soon.
weejackie Posted: 09/08/09
Really good, simple fare. The sauce is delicious. I did not change it a bit. However, I did tweak the
jules923 Posted: 03/01/09
The finished product was Outstanding, but it was NOT superfast at all...We used all ground beef for this recipe and added some fresh sliced mushrooms to the sauce. I would recommend making your steaks the night or morning before to save on prep time...Served it with roasted potatoes and carrots. Will definitely be making this one again though...Tasted great!!!
rwardmiller Posted: 04/15/09
This tasted great, but was not superfast. I agree with the suggestion to make the patties ahead of time to speed things up. Sauce tasted a little tart from the pan, but served it with egg noodles and it balanced out fine.
MommyG Posted: 07/27/09
My husband was browsing on here (watching my accition to this site- ha ha) and found this recipe. He followed it to the "T" and was absolutely wonderful. Everyone cleaned thier plates! This one is a keeper!
liz581 Posted: 01/28/10
This is a great have-dinner-on-the-table-in-30 kind of recipe. It is really tasty, especially for the effort put into it. I serve it with a Trader Joe's Brown/wild rice combo and some steamed vegetables and it is a really nice meal. This is on the standard rotation at our place.
lrgg82 Posted: 02/01/10
I love this recipe and have made it a handful of times. My husband didn't believe that it had turkey in it! It is very tender and has a good amount of sauce.
dickibean Posted: 07/21/10
I loved the consistency of the patties with the bread crumbs and egg whites-will definitely use again.They kept a good shape and didn't shrink too much.However, I didn't enjoy the sauce. I usually love recipes that get at least a 4 to 5 star rating, but wasn't thrilled with this. I cook a lot and do not usually use canned soup, I wonder if the french onion soup is what turned me off to this? My husband didn't hate it, but I don't think it will be on the rotation...
foxegurl266 Posted: 12/06/10
Very easy to make. Simple.
sueb402 Posted: 09/27/10
I really like this recipe. I double the sauce, add a few Tbs. of flour for thickening, and add 2 packages of sliced mushrooms. It really makes this a winner. I served it with mashed potatoes and a veggie.
tdclark Posted: 01/09/11
This is a staple in our household and has been for years. The whole family, including my 7 year old son love it. This is recipe you would never know was "light".
angelcraz76 Posted: 02/02/11
Very good. The family loved it!
Cbarr790 Posted: 08/17/11
Turned out great. I did change a little. I made this for my boyfriend and his brother whom they both don't like onions or mushrooms so I used cream of celery instead of the onion soup. I used all lean ground sirloin and I added about 6 T of cooking sherry to mask the tomato paste.Next time instead of using 3 T of tomato paste I'll use 2. I also used homemade breadcrumbs with 100% whole wheat bread. Overall great recipes and lo-cal which was even better. Served with oven roasted potatos and carrots.
brooke402 Posted: 08/13/11
This needs something to punch up the flavor, the meat needs some season and I suggest adding mushrooms to the sauce. Maybe add a sprig of rosemary to the sauce while its cooking.
Conniecooks2 Posted: 12/04/11
We really liked this recipe too. I substituted Italian ground turkey - which added flavor and less of a hamburger taste. I used everything else in the recipe but was out of sherry so substituted white wine. Not really noticeable anyway. Liked the hearty flavor of the onion soup and tomato paste together. Served with mashed potatoes and green beans.
coffeesoup Posted: 02/14/12
This was So good! I made it basically as directed, but made the following changes based on what I had on hand and what my family likes/dislikes. I used beef consomme in place of the onion soup, and I didn't have any wine or sherry. I also added quit a bit of seasoning, both to the meat and the sauce- onion and garlic powder, seasoning salt and a decent amount of black pepper and crushed red pepper. ( we like things spicy). I served it with roasted potatoes and salad.
Ashleyherron Posted: 10/11/12
Absolutely my favorite recipe for Salisbury steak! I just added more pepper and Tony's to it to make it spicer :-) I wil make this time and time again!
KatePaluch Posted: 01/23/13
this was great, made a lot so we froze the leftovers for lunches!
klb233 Posted: 09/28/12
We loved this recipe. Had to use bacon & bean soup because it's what I had on hand; now I'll always use that. Also used red wine instead of what was called for. Served with whole wheat rolls and green beans. Froze the leftover burgers in individual containers.
EllenDeller Posted: 05/27/12
Easy, fast, and delicious homey meal, but not a special occasion or company sort of thing unless your company are really down-home meat and potatoes types. I used all ground turkey to cut calories (but not ground turkey breast, which is too pale and dry alone) and substituted Campbell's Beefy Mushroom Soup, which has a wonderfully rich flavor, I think much better than French Onion. Served with steamed red potatoes and some green and yellow wax-beans, also steamed.
SaraStone Posted: 04/14/12
My boyfriend's favorite meal!
CarolynD1968 Posted: 01/31/14
Added garlic, onions and salt/pepper to the patties - they were great. However the sauce was not my favorite.
brenro Posted: 03/27/14
Salisbury steak without a mushroom gravy just isn't. Cooking Light has far better recipes than this that are just as easy.
mooseyme Posted: 09/18/13
Made it exactly like the recipe, we thought it was bland. Will have to add to the leftovers to make it appealing
tandcsmom Posted: 09/13/14
Even my son who despises ground turkey loves this dish!!
CGreene114 Posted: 08/27/14
This dish turned out wonderful. I was skeptical because my husband is picky and will not eat turkey breast and my kids do not like onions. They loved it and wanted seconds!! Will definitely be making these again instead of buying the store bought salisbury steaks!! Homemade is sooo much better and healthier.
dakotababy Posted: 10/23/13
Very tasty and quick! My husband said it was better than going to a restaurant:)
annettekoziol Posted: 05/15/14
Simple simple simple.. And oh so yummy. This will be a regular. Love the lightened up numbers.


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Hi all,
We have a couple of different interior doors in the house that don't close properly.
The edges on all sides of the door don't hit the frame, so the doors work great in that respect.
However, the "depth" of the door is the problem. The doors I'm talking about have to be pushed in very hard for the knob to actually click and "lock" in place to hold the door shut.
They are ancient knobs that are going to be replaced also, and the doors will be painted.
Is there a good way to give them some extra "depth" when closing so that (even after I add another coat of paint and the new knobs) they will shut properly?
You could remove the strike plate and knock out some more of the frame to move the plate towards the swing of the door. That would give you a little bit more room.
That would make sense...remove that piece and make the "hole" in the door jam bigger (closer to the door side), and then screw it in so it sits closer to the door, right?
Yup. It is not the 'best' way to fix it, but if you plan on replacing the doors and frame someday anyway it will hold you over for quite a while.
I would suggest another, better in my opinion, way to fix them.
Take a look at the stops on the door. This is the wood that the door presses against when closed. Its just a little strip, maybe 1/2" thick by 1.25" long. I'll bet when you press the door closed its hitting at the top, or the bottom, but not both and its not even.
Since you are repainting - I would remove this trim. Close the door so it latches properly and then re-install while the door is closed. This will give you a nice even look and no more binding. A small brad air nailer works great for easily re-installing this trim.
That seems like a better way to fix the problem.
My only issue is...there are so many layers of old paint over this area I'm not so sure it will be very easy to get the trim off. Plus...I hadn't planned on painting inside the door jam...just the door itself. I suppose I could do it this way still, but it will be a lot of extra work...even if it is the correct way to do it.
Do you think the above mentioned way could suffice also? I don't want to 'hack' it, but they are very old doors and will possibly be replaced eventually so if it will hold up I may go the quicker/easier route on this one...
Handyguys' way is better. My offering was the 'quick and dirty' method.
quick & dirty may be fine for your situation. Biggest issue may be the screw holes are too close to he old ones making it a little awkward to re-attach the strike plate.
With my technique I would probably just put on new stop material rather than trying to save the old.
Then remember - "a little caulk, a little paint, makes a carpenter what he aint" Caulk will probably be required where the old meets the new to hide the transition from the old to he new.
I actually got this done last week...finally.
The new strike plates that came with the new knobs worked great. I backed them slightly and there was actually room for new screw holes. Worked like a charm.
Thanks for the suggestions everyone!
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