Penang, the luxury route

So, Sarah and I have spent a couple of days relaxing in a lovely hotel on the island of Penang courtesy of my Dad (thanks!), enjoying such luxuries as a clean shower, actually effective aircon, and gloriously white sheets.

Our journey here was less than fun, stuck as we were on a bus that moved at 20 miles an hour, for six hours. It was grubby, hot, and not that entertaining a ride. I was terrorised for much of the journey by a small cockroach that continually crept up the window, but didn't hang around long enough to be caught. Tired as I was, and somewhat emotional, I spent a couple of hours staring doggedly at the hole from which it emerged in an attempt to scare it out, with limited success. However, the great beach, night market, and the prospect of trips out in the next couple of days have raised our spirits, and of course, a bit of high-end accommodation has helped.

It's back to the beach for us, and here begins our last week (boo!).