27th March 2011
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| Cathy's new best friend |
It was still dark when our Air Asia flight took off fro Perth, we were back in Kuala Lumpur for lunch time. We had two nights in K.L. before returning to “Catcha Star” in Langkawi.
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| You can buy almost anything at the local shopping centre in K.L. |
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| Yes that is a BMW, no that is not an Alfa Romeo........ It's a local Malaysian built Proton |
“Catcha Star” was in fine shape when we returned, which gave us the next ten days to relax and reflect on everything we had seen and done while away. Mark had also secured a deal with Ben Lexcen Marine’s new owner, this was the brokerage Mark worked with for eight years until 2009. This deal meant that we now had a solid office base and dedicated people back in Australia, we could now concentrate on developing a similar base in SE Asia.
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| Relaxing and reflecting |
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| Rebak Island Resort Marina |
The day after we originally arrived in Langkawi from Penang was Australia Day, we were ready to celebrated on our own when we met Steve, Sue and Billy the dog on "Tropical Fever" at the Pregnant Maiden Lake. Steve and Sue are an English couple that have been living in Thailand for nearly 15 years. When they realised why we were flying all our Australian flags, they insisted we join them on "Tropical fever" to celebrate the occasion. It was while on board "Tropical Fever" that we met Albert and Beth off "Sunflower". Al and Beth are a wealth of knowledge, having set sail from the USA in the mid 70's after building their yacht "Sunflower"
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| Pregnant Maidens fresh water lake |
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| Australia Day |
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| In The Fjords with the motor cruiser "Tropical Fever" and S.V "Sunflower" |
We had become very fond of and comfortable in Langkawi before we went back to Australia in March. The four weeks after we returned were no different, we can really appreciate why so many cruising yachties make Langkawi their home for an extended period. Almost everything is available (even Vegemite and Hot English mustard) and it is all TAX free. The scenery is quite special and in most cases the whole area is relatively clean. The locals and their Government could not be more friendly and are always very helpful.
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We first met Florence and Linda on "Serefin" back in Indonesia,
It was great to catch up with them again in Langkawi. |
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| "Serefin" in Talaga |
We are excited about going to Thailand, but know we will be back to stay in Langkawi again soon. There is just so much to see and do in Langkawi.
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| "Catcha Star" Anchored in Datai Bay |
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We met Samantha (from Canada/ working in London) at the Andaman Resorts Happy Hour.
Sam sailed back to Talaga with us and has stayed in contact since. |
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| The Andaman Holiday Resort, Datai bay, Langkawi |
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| Datai Bay from Datai Resort |
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| Warung (Cafe) built on the water near Tanjung Ruh |
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| Crocodile Cave, about half way between Tanjung Ruh and Hole in the Wall |
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| Hole in the Wall, an alternative place to more your yacht and a lot cheaper than the marinas |
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| Talaga, as seen from the chair lift |
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| The suspended walkway bridge at the top of the chairlift |
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| We even get motorsport in Langkawi |
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| The Langkawi Markets are always busy and good fun |
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| Great food too |
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| Talaga Harbour, Langkawi |
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| Talaga Harbour |
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| In the Oriental Village they have trained the fish to clean your feet, for a price. |
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| Chinese New year came to Talaga Harbour and was celebrated with free Sangria at the Tapaz Bar |
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| Most of the resorts are very welcoming and the Happy Hours are great fun |
