Bobs and I joined Allan, his wife Nia plus a mixture of Aussies, Kiwis, Americans, Dutch plus even a few English for a splendid party in their penthouse apartment. It was most interesting discovering how this eclectic gathering ended up living in Langkawi. A love of boats and all things boating seemed to be the common thread.
At the midnight hour, an impromptu cabaret was performed by nephew Andy, entertaining us with a pyrotechnical display courtesy of a load of ship’s flares
which was much enjoyed by the reasonably inebriated gathering.
I’m not entirely sure that the Health and Safety Executive would have approved but the totally unscripted event passed off uneventfully and there was a hosepipe to hand if the need had arisen.
Inevitably, it was a slow start this morning although Bobs surprised me by waking at around 7.00 am, just in time to wish all her friends in UK a Happy New Year.
When we finally got going, we headed for the beach which was surprisingly quiet. Those who were there seemed busy Facetiming, Snapchatting or whatever it is.
Bobs, though, had peaked early.
and only came to when the inevitable rain started.
Tomorrow we are off to Ho Chi Minh City (aka Saigon to you and me). I will be sorry to leave Langkawi but a) my liver needs a rest and b) it would be good if we could find some consistently good weather. With my track record, I have my doubts.
Richard
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