Langkawi, We're Leaving

12^th July 2007. Day 4 and the last day for 5 of us. We had so much fun, we weren’t ready to leave for home yet. Anyway, for this day, we had island hopping planned for us. We woke up as early as possible. Some managed to have breakfast. Everybody was somewhat hung over. At about 10, we started our Island Hopping. First stop, Tasik Dayang Bunting. Arriving at the starting point of this lake, we found ourselves having to walk quite a bit to get to it. This lake is pretty large and is supervised. Life jackets can be rented to swim at the lake. Paddle boats for 2 could be rented as well.

Fun as it was, we had to leave. There’s a time schedule to keep to. Next stop, Beras Basah Island or literally translates to Wet Rice Island. This beach seemed rather commercialized as there were lots of people on this beach. On this beach, those seeking fun and excitement can test and feel the adrenalin from the water sports offered on this island. There were activities like the banana boat ride and paragliding to choose from. Food and drinks could also be purchased from a small shack. Apart from being commercialized, I’m sure everyone would agree that this was the cleanest and clearest seas to swim in as compared to the other beaches we visited. Adhering to the time regulation, we headed back to the main island. Along the course of the island hopping, we were taken to see the eagles of Langkawi and the famous ‘Perempuan Mengandung’.

Back to our rooms, 5 of us started packing up. When we arrived back, we found Jamie already checked in to our rooms. The packet rice we had the previous day was so good that everyone agreed to have it again for lunch.

Next on the agenda…time to spend MOOLAH! Shopping for chocolate and liquor. We went all over town or all over the island rather, to buy our stuff. From Underwater World to Kuah Town, from Langkawi Parade to Teo Soon Huat, we spent the whole evening shopping. Earlier when we got back from island hopping, we were hailed with good news. This is the only time and place you would be pleased that your flight is delayed. Our flight was scheduled for departure at 8.45pm but delayed till 10.30pm. We were so glad we had some extra hours to spare. 5 of us had a hard time dealing with temptation but we had to put a limit to our shopping spree. Satisfied, we rushed back to Fat Mum’s again to have our last meal together as 13.

Before we knew it, we were at the airport saying our good byes as though we were leaving for another country. The remaining 8 people stayed on till the 14^th of July. Before 10.30, we boarded the plane and that marked the end of a very memorable trip for all of us. THANKS GUYS and Thank You Langkawi!!!