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terry57 · 26-10-2007, 09:20 PM

Following on from Malacca we will travel by bus up to KL, fly on to Kota Bharu in the far north east corner of Malaysia, take a taxi down to Kuala Besut, ( 1 hour ) and then on to the Perhentian Islands by boat. ( 30 minutes)

A boat trip of 20 klm from " Kuala Besut ", ( the closest port ) will take us to the beautiful Islands of the Perhentian's.

These are arguably the most beautiful islands in Malaysia, with crystal clear waters full of quality coral and abundant marine life.

Ive been to many islands in my travels but i must say the Perhentians where a big surprise and we will kick it of from Malacca and the bus that took us up to KL.

Enjoy the trip.

cheers

terry57 · 26-10-2007, 09:22 PM

terry57 · 26-10-2007, 09:25 PM

terry57 · 26-10-2007, 09:29 PM

We paid 90 ringit for a deluxe room with all the fruit, this was exceptional value and money goes along way in this part of Malaysia.

terry57 · 26-10-2007, 09:32 PM

terry57 · 26-10-2007, 09:36 PM

Begbie · 26-10-2007, 10:40 PM

Where's the special brew then Terry ?

Looks interesting, never heard of the place.

terry57 · 26-10-2007, 10:42 PM

terry57 · 26-10-2007, 10:45 PM

^

Sorry beggars,

Im a tad busy at the moment, but i will post a picture of the " Special Brew " again just for you.

cheers

terry57 · 26-10-2007, 10:51 PM

This place is much like Samui was back in the 80's so i suggest if any of you fellas want a flash back, id be heading down here.
Dont expect any Waccy Tabbacy as its not very kosher but you can get a nice cold beer.

terry57 · 26-10-2007, 10:54 PM

sabang · 27-10-2007, 12:00 AM

Beautiful spot.

terry57 · 27-10-2007, 07:56 PM

terry57 · 27-10-2007, 08:01 PM

These bungalows are located on " Long beach " and i highly recommend them.

terry57 · 27-10-2007, 08:05 PM

Comes complete with inhouse dive shop and on the left hand side you will see the local bar.

terry57 · 27-10-2007, 08:11 PM

Because of the strong Muslim influence in this part of the world none of the bungalow complexes sell alchohol. Its not a problem, as there are bars located on the beach. The Muslims don't drink but kill themselves by chain smoking cigarette's all day.

Wayne Kerr · 27-10-2007, 08:07 PM

Bloody lovely stuff old Tez, but I suspect the spray paint shit on the front of your shack would have pissed you off, loving every post of this thread

dirtydog · 27-10-2007, 08:47 PM

That last one would do me for a week or 2

terry57 · 27-10-2007, 09:16 PM

terry57 · 27-10-2007, 09:19 PM

26-10-2007, 09:20 PM	#1 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 08:36 AM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,220	Perhentian Islands. North East Malaysia. Following on from Malacca we will travel by bus up to KL, fly on to Kota Bharu in the far north east corner of Malaysia, take a taxi down to Kuala Besut, ( 1 hour ) and then on to the Perhentian Islands by boat. ( 30 minutes) A boat trip of 20 klm from " Kuala Besut ", ( the closest port ) will take us to the beautiful Islands of the Perhentian's. These are arguably the most beautiful islands in Malaysia, with crystal clear waters full of quality coral and abundant marine life. Ive been to many islands in my travels but i must say the Perhentians where a big surprise and we will kick it of from Malacca and the bus that took us up to KL. Enjoy the trip. cheers __________________ saving life and property in the city of perth.

26-10-2007, 09:22 PM	#2 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 08:36 AM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,220	Bus from Malacca to KL

26-10-2007, 09:25 PM	#3 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 08:36 AM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,220	Arriving in Kota Bharu on Air Asia

26-10-2007, 09:29 PM	#4 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 08:36 AM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,220	Crystal lodge. Stay here if you ever go to kota bharu. We paid 90 ringit for a deluxe room with all the fruit, this was exceptional value and money goes along way in this part of Malaysia. Last edited by Marmite the Dog : 26-10-2007 at 11:01 PM. Reason: Duplicate photo removed to aid faster loading

26-10-2007, 09:32 PM	#5 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 08:36 AM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,220	It was Ramadan and fire works were going off everywhere.

26-10-2007, 09:36 PM	#6 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 08:36 AM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,220	In the taxi on our way to Kuala Besut 1 hour away from Bharu

26-10-2007, 10:40 PM	#7 (permalink)
Begbie Thailand Travel Forum Last Online: Today 08:11 AM Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Lagrangian Point Posts: 7,310	Where's the special brew then Terry ? Looks interesting, never heard of the place.

26-10-2007, 10:42 PM	#8 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 08:36 AM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,220	Lovely bays with cheap bungalows.

26-10-2007, 10:45 PM	#9 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 08:36 AM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,220	^ Sorry beggars, Im a tad busy at the moment, but i will post a picture of the " Special Brew " again just for you. cheers

26-10-2007, 10:51 PM	#10 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 08:36 AM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,220	Secluded bays with only a few bungalows. This place is much like Samui was back in the 80's so i suggest if any of you fellas want a flash back, id be heading down here. Dont expect any Waccy Tabbacy as its not very kosher but you can get a nice cold beer.

26-10-2007, 10:54 PM	#11 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 08:36 AM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,220	Pulau Besar where there is a better class of accomodation.

27-10-2007, 12:00 AM	#12 (permalink)
sabang Watching the Wheels Last Online: Today 09:29 AM Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: where the streets have no name Posts: 11,575	Beautiful spot.

27-10-2007, 07:56 PM	#13 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 08:36 AM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,220	This was our bungalow looking down the beach and water front.

27-10-2007, 08:01 PM	#14 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 08:36 AM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,220	We stayed at the moonlight bungalows and it was a good choise. These bungalows are located on " Long beach " and i highly recommend them.

27-10-2007, 08:05 PM	#15 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 08:36 AM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,220	Moonlight bungalows. Comes complete with inhouse dive shop and on the left hand side you will see the local bar.

27-10-2007, 08:11 PM	#16 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 08:36 AM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,220	No alcohol. Because of the strong Muslim influence in this part of the world none of the bungalow complexes sell alchohol. Its not a problem, as there are bars located on the beach. The Muslims don't drink but kill themselves by chain smoking cigarette's all day.

27-10-2007, 08:07 PM	#17 (permalink)
Wayne Kerr Hifaluten Member Last Online: Today 09:37 AM Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Fiji Islands Posts: 2,681	Bloody lovely stuff old Tez, but I suspect the spray paint shit on the front of your shack would have pissed you off, loving every post of this thread

27-10-2007, 08:47 PM	#18 (permalink)
dirtydog The Dog Last Online: Today 08:44 AM Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Pattaya Jomtien Posts: 42,393	That last one would do me for a week or 2

27-10-2007, 09:16 PM	#19 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 08:36 AM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,220	The very sophisticated local shop and internet cafe to the right.

27-10-2007, 09:19 PM	#20 (permalink)
terry57 Thailand Forum Last Online: Yesterday 08:36 AM Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: perth and bangkok Posts: 4,220	Boat transfers around and between islands.

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