Day started very well with a filling breakfast. Got s free shuttle into Georgetown. Dropped off at the central bus station (Komptar). waited for ages to catch the free shuttle (that transits around the town. The town itself is an UNESCO heritage site. When the bus finally arrived we were treated to an interesting ride. Really think the driver thought he was in a Grand Prix race. Anyway arrived at Fort Cornwallis. By now the sun was at its zenith. You know what they say "only mad dogs and Englishmen go out into the midday sun", Not sure which we were. The fort was interesting (hopefully there are a couple of photos attached. From there we went in search of a Chinese mansion. Apparently a the Chinese followed the British when they settled in Asia (don't think settled is a correct description). Anyway, the Chinese were known as Straits Chinese. Found the mansion and had a great personalised tour (hopefully pictures are attached). By now it was close to 3 pm, so we treated ourselves to the local white coffee. I don't know why they call it that. But it is seriously sweet (10% caramel added).. By now we were hot, tired and exhausted so we caught the local bus back to the resort (I'm sure the driver ripped us off, you know here comes the completely gullible tourist.
Tonight we ventured further around the island to visit a night market. Full of bloody tourists, but interesting.
Tomorrow we will stay by the pool.
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Hi Grey,
Great to hear from you. The photos aren't coming up, but let me know when you figure it out.
What's the food been like so far. Have a relaxing day at the resort, then get back out there on the site seeing trail.
Everybody sends their regards from here.
Isobelle says to enjoy the chinese food quarter when you are back in Singapore.
Chris is modelling horsey attire (equine jewellery) for the office - he looks great in it.
Cheers,
David.
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