Tuesday, 4 October 2011

PANGKOR LAUT - PART 2

Hello everyone :) I am posting my second part of Pangkor Laut....and still wishing I was there.
We stayed at this water villa. Perfect in every sense.



With the ocean in front and the mountains and wildlife as backdrop.  In the morning when I woke up, I heard loud noises outside and there they were, our Malaysian Hornbills.


Another peek of the water villas.








In the evening, we took a private boat out to see the sunset. Unfortunately, with gloomy weather, there was no sunset to be seen, which was dissapointing. However, we saw some fishing trawlers around.




Posting a picture of DH for the first time...


We found many such pretty water urns on display throughout our walk.










On the second day, we went to Emerald Bay.  There was a van travelling around the island and you can hop on/off whenever you wanted.  Emerald Bay was listed as one of the top 10 beaches in the world a few years ago and one can clearly understand why. Private island = private beach.  The cool water and waves, completely secluded and accessible only by the island's van and exclusive for those who stayed here.  When we arrived, free mineral water and beach towels were given and the whole day was ours to relax or sunbath...and for us, it was relaxing under the palm trees, no sunbathing, not even dipping into the waters.


Waiting area for the island's van.



Found this flower on the beach, so pretty.








When we came back from Emerald Bay, we walked over to the other side of the island.  Another part which was super exclusive only for those residing in the Spa Village. A whole range of spa experience await anyone willing to dish up top bucks for their world renowned treatment rooms. Also, water villas which are obviously very much more expensive than the ones we stayed.




Lovely daybed...


Reception at the Spa Village.



We love the long koi pond.



Another daybed calling me...




On our third day and going home.  While having breakfast (excellent selection of food by the way!), someone was showing off! Their resident peacock.





It even posed for me :)  Obviously used to crowd, no shyness from this peacock at all, just proudly strutting around.


Finally, sadly too, time to go home....I love this plant. I was so sweet smelling that I reminded myself to get one when I am home.  Oh yes, have mat will travel. That's my yoga mat which I took to Pangkor, they had daily free yoga session but I didn't attend. I did mine on the private verandah facing the ocean. I am sure my friend, Tracy from pranalight would have been proud of me :) Pop over to her blog to read about her amazing Chakra Journey.


27 comments:

  1. I know Pangkor Laut is calling me! Have to visit... Have not been to Pangkor Island for a long while. Glad you had a superb time.

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  2. You simply stayed in Paradise! Lucky you:)
    Big hug and much love!
    j.

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  3. What a lovely place to stay- gorgeous red flowers and the ponds were a joy. My koi would love a long pond like that.

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  4. Looked like a very beautiful place to relax.

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  5. That peacock is just amazing!! hugs to you!

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  6. how beautiful and thanks for sharing the tranquility!

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  7. What beauty everywhere. I especially love the water urns; such a lovely idea.

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  8. That peacock is amazingly beautiful! Certainly not shy at all! Actually the whole place is beautiful! I can't believe the places you travel to and stay in! They're always so gorgeous! I'm trying to imagine you staying in a backpacker hostel and I'm giggling at the thought! I'm so envious of your holidays M! Thanks so much for sharing such lovely parts of the world I'll likely never see for myself! :D

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  9. What an amazing place Langkor Laut is!

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  10. Oh my! Where'd you say this is? Heaven on earth? Take me with you next time, OK? Pretty please...

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  11. What a magnificent resort, M Kate! It looks so relaxing. I love the peacock photos --they are so beautiful and he gave you a good display of his feathers.

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  12. wow, thanks for sharing this. I never been to Pangkor and never really thought of going there, but now I do!

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  13. M. Kate! An instant vacation...as always when we come to visit! Hope this post finds you and your family well!!
    Karla & Karrie

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  14. good on you, you even do yoga when you are on hols.

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  15. What a lovely trip you had..Just beautiful..I laughed at the peacock..Would you believe Cara has a costume for Giorgie Girl and she is a peacock for Halloween..They are coming this weekend and she will wear it for us..Too cute.
    Getting chilly here..bet you are nice and warm..So good to hear from you, as always..miss you ..
    Sending love and blessings...Carolyn

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  16. Bonjour M Kate, how are you? long time no see as Malaysians say, I've been to Pangkor Island long time ago, before they did the spa village, it was lovely and we had a great time with plenty of friends visiting from France. I guess everything is well for you, we'll be back to KL in January only, as the children and their family are balik kampung for X'mas this year. See you soon over the blogs and for real in near future.

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  17. wow you go to the most amazing places. I love the photo of the hornbill, they are such amazing birds
    : )

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  18. Oooo... I just LOVE your pink yoga mat! Wonderful choice, that pink! ;o) And VERY proud of you for doing the yoga! Hope you'll enjoy, and keep it up. Sorry so slow to visit. It is hectic days just now with home and work. And I'm just releasing a newsletter (today actually!) which has been a lot of time behind the scenes. Thanks so much for visiting me--always a pleasure to see you name in the comments. And I am getting the comments, not to worry. Typepad has been temperamental for a while, sorry. But, LOVING these views here. Those villas are just gorgeous. The elegance of the places you stay is a thrill to see... I'd not want to leave...LOL! And very FUN to see your DH--Hi, M. Kate's DH! :o) Happy Days to you all ((HUGS))

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  19. yesterday was our Labour day public holiday. Children and me have no heart in school, still rejoicing over All Blacks win.

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  20. These places are pieces of art as is that peacock. Malaysia is such a beautiful country. I hope to visit there one day again

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  21. These places are pieces of art as is that peacock. Malaysia is such a beautiful country. I hope to visit there one day again

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  22. What a lovely place to relax!! Lucky you! It is absolutely stunning on every level! That beach is divine! Love the flower urns, koi pond, love it all!! The villas in the water are fabulous, too! Glad you had such a wonderful time!
    :o)
    Becky

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  23. Oh my, where have I been? How did I miss these two beautiful posts?
    What a lucky duck you are,paridise
    indeed.
    Love and hugs to you. xoxo

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  24. Needless to say (but I'm going to say it anyway) WOW!

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  25. Wow, Kate, this is really a nice place to stay. I love all that nature has to offer in this island. So thankful for your beautiful photos, cos it makes me daydream.....

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  26. What a lovely trip!
    One day I'll get to Thailand.
    Loved your very glamorous resort too.
    Wonderful beaches and pool.

    Sending you all good wishes from New York.
    Hugs

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