(written by Dave) We have finally escaped from Georgetown and made it to Langkawi. Not that Georgetown was bad, far from it actually, we had a nice time there. It was, however, our longest stay in one place since the beginning of the trip, we were starting to fear never getting away. Nancy was feeling … Continue reading Finally made it to Langkawi (25/7040ks) (100k by ferry)

(written by Nancy) Well, today we said goodbye to Gretchen and Steve – it was sad to see them go as I really enjoy hanging out with my sister and it will be awhile before we get to see family again.  Thanks again to Gretchen for making the trip over and treating us to this … Continue reading Goodbye to our guests and one more day in Georgetown

(written by Dave) Back to the grind tomorrow. Gretchen and Steve are off to the US and back to the work grind. We are heading by ferry to Langkawi and back to the no-star-hotels and unknown-path-ahead grind. All of us have completely enjoyed Penang and Georgetown. There is lots to see and do here, plus it's not … Continue reading Guest photographers and back to the grind

(written by Dave) Pretty low key day here in Penang. We had a leisurely brekkie then eventually made our way to a bus stand. We decided to try taking the local bus to the spice garden (some 15ks from here). Of course, none of us have any experience with Georgetown buses so finding the stand, figuring out … Continue reading Spice Garden tourist

(written by Dave) I'll start this post by apologising for any contextual or normal spelling errors in the text.  My editor (Nancy) has gone to bed as she is a wee bit under the weather.  She is better tonight, but not great at all last night.  She must have eaten something yesterday that the rest … Continue reading Rain, Rain, Rain solo ride (85/7015 k’s)

(written by Dave) Today ended up being the day of Buddhist temples.  We visited at three of them.  I'm pretty sure that I'll mess up spelling one or more of the names below but it is good practice for us as we are heading to Thailand in a week and we'll have all sorts of … Continue reading Day of Buddhist temples

(written by Dave) As anticipated, today started with some very exciting shopping.  On the list were batik clothing and pewter.  Yes, Steve and I were quite excited as we departed the hotel for the shops with the girls.  Unfortunately, as we arrived at the first batik shop Steve and I lagged behind and were distracted … Continue reading Shopping, a mosque, haircuts and some trishaws

(written by Dave) Early start today, even in tourist mode.  We caught a 6AM taxi and were on the first funicular train heading up Penang Hill.  PH is about 3,000 feet above sea level and the train goes up a very steep incline.  We were on top of the hill before 7AM, well in time … Continue reading Sunrise and Cendol

(written by Dave) Today was bookended by two great meals.  Brekkie was at the hotel and again was great.  Great food and “5 fans”, one could get used to this.  The other day, I forgot to mention the 4 showers that we have in our hotel room(s)/suite.  That's right 4 showers.  Ok, one is outside … Continue reading More exploring Georgetown and great Nyonya dinner

(written by Nancy) Just a quick post today with some pictures of our activities.  We had breakfast at the hotel as it is included in the room rate.  Lovely breakfast, order what you want from the menu plus espresso, croissants, toast, cakes, muffins, etc.  Gosh, what a way to live.  Gretchen and Steve were brave … Continue reading Exploring Georgetown