Lucky thing we managed to take advantage of the Mother's Day promotion to fly with AirAsia at a cheap rate which only takes an hour to reach Langkawi. Otherwise we would have taken the dreaded bus which takes about 7 hours to reach Kuala Perlis and 1 hour ferry ride to the main island. San Fu man!!
As we arrived at Langkawi airport and collected our luggage, we waited for our 'voiture' for the trip. Presenting our driver and Langkawi expert... Mr Gan Chong How.
By the time we arrived, it was about time for high tea (our lunch actually...). We had something simple at the malay stalls near the Langkawi Parade. Having satisfied our tummies, we proceeded to check-in to our hotel. Pantai Cenang!! We stayed at Best Star Resort as it is really value for money. We rented 3 rooms.
After we setteled into our rooms, we prepped up into our swimming attire. Our first destination, Durian Perangin Waterfall. Located on the North East side of the island, it took us some time to get to the waterfall but it was worth the ride. After all the travelling, it was so refreshing to dip ourselves in the water and cool off.
Refreshing as it was after all the splashing about, we headed back to our hotel just before the day began to darken. We got some rest and got ready for one of the best dinners in town. Where else but in Briyani House along Pantai Tengah. Although the place looks like and old shack, they serve fantastic food. First up, as the name indicates, the Nasi Briyani is very fragrant and is served either with beef or chicken. The Nasi Briyani comes together with a bowl of broth, pickled vegetables and curry. Next, their Bihun Goreng and other fried noodles are excellent. Slightly on the spicy side but has just enough kick to make it enjoyable. The Nasi Goreng Ayam is also a wonderful combination. The chicken is some sort like a chicken chop style but is especially flavourful. The last specialty of the place is the Soto Ayam. Add some of their homemade sambal to this Nasi Ketupat dish to make all the better. For those who do not want this dish to be so heavy, the rice can be substituted with noodles or bihun. Everytime you're in Langkawi, you'll definitely have a craving to eat at Briyani House. It's that good!
Feeling satisfied, we left and went opposite to the Holiday Villa Resort. The night was cool and breezy and was considerably calming. This was were Gan and Kimmy conducted their first industrial training. That's the reason they know Langkawi well. We then headed back to our rooms. Earlier in the day, we bought liquor. So, how do you make drinking fun? Play the '7' game!! Those who have played this game will know how much fun this game can turn out to be.
By the end of the night (or early morning), a few people had the chance to experience what it's like to constantly lose at the '7' game. With liquor on the table, you can imagine the 'perks' of losing such a game. Needless to say, we all turned in when someone became.....too high and wasted.
