17.06.05 18.06.05 Oh my gosh. It's like paradise here! Went snorkelling today with turtles, tropical fish and a baby shark!! Shame I have to leave tomorrow!

15.06.05 Arrived in Penang today after a long bus journey from KL. I was really nervous as I'd heard all these horror stories about how unsafe it is - especially at night & for a girl. I had a quick wander round town but when I got lost I headed back to my room! Unsure of what to do, I popped into the restaurant next door to the hostel. I was lucky enough to get chatting to 'Barry' - an Irish bloke who suggested we check out a bar where he'd met a few locals th...

13.06.05 Heather left to go back to the UK today - waved her off in the taxi, then sorted out my own stuff. Had to check out of my room, so thought I'd head to Little India to have a look before my bus at 3pm... Heat and heavy bags don't mix too well! But it was good having a look around. Bus was surprisingly comfy and spacious. Journey to Kuala Lumpur took nearly 6 hours, but was fine. Gorgeous views and awesome sunset. Arrived about 9pm. Room is very boxy, bu...