#SHOWBIZ: HK actress Zoey Sham, married to Malaysian, takes family on RM5K helicopter tour
The former TVB star stepped away from the limelight after marrying Malaysian tycoon Dixon Chin in 2012 and has since become a proud mother to two sons – aged 10 and six.
Sham, 38, recently made headlines after sharing on Instagram a vlog of her three-day, two-night holiday in Australia.
In the video, the family was seen enjoying a helicopter tour, taking in stunning views of the coastline, mountain landscapes, Cairns city and the Great Barrier Reef.
However, the experience came at a hefty price of HK$10,000 (RM5,624) for four people.
"The view of the Great Barrier Reef from the helicopter was stunning. For those prone to seasickness, taking a helicopter is a great option," the Best Selling Secrets star wrote in the caption.
The family also ventured underwater, boarding a submarine to explore the Great Barrier Reef.
During their underwater adventure, they were treated to a captivating view of sharks, corals, tropical fish, and sea turtles.
"The most amazing part was seeing so many fish – more than you can imagine. They would constantly swim close to see what we were doing. It felt like we were being watched more than they were," Sham joked.
After the submarine ride, the family spent the rest of the afternoon snorkelling and enjoying the picturesque beauty of Green Island.
They capped off the day with dinner at a Western restaurant by the pier.
In her post, Sham revealed that her husband handled all the trip arrangements whenever they travelled as a family.
"He is very efficient. Since businessmen are very time-constrained, they tend to choose quality over quantity. He would choose to go to must-see places. We would never settle for regular sightseeing," she said.
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