Mr. Lim Kit Siang
I am at Pulau Perhentian Kecil
Facebook friends are shocked that I am at Pulau Perhentian because they expect the region to be closed because it is monsoon period.
I was of similar feeling and I was surprised when it was proposed that the DAP hqrs break be held at Pulau Perhentian as I expected the area to be unhabitable because of monster monsoon season at this period.
But not to be a wet blanket I went along, despite grave reservations.
I was very surprised that there was no storm whatsoever. The sea was so calm and clear that it was like sheet of glass.
I am told that until the last few years, Pulau Perhentian was virtually a closed area because of public perceptions that monsoon in the East Coast begins in October.
But surprise of suprises, it is not so. According to the Bubu Long Beach Resort (Pulau Perhentian Kechil) operations manager, Zaidon Ismail, the climate calendar has changed. Maybe it is because of the global climate change.
The Bubu Long Beach Resort live-wire, Along Bubu, tells me that the climate is so changed that the authorities concerned is confident of organising a Perhentian Island Challenge involving kayaking, jungle tracking and sea sports challenges and this will be held on 17 to 19 October.
This has been a hairs-down experience. I went snorkelling. I also went up to the wind mill. Many ask why I have choosen Pulau Perhentian Kecil and not Perhentian Besar or Pulau Redang.
It was not a conscious choice but I did not regret the final destination. It was unforgettable experience with great friends Zaidon and Along Bubu.
BuBu...the story
BUBU… the story
“BUBU” – the local fish trap, usually made of local bamboo cleverly weaved to entice a fish to enter but not escape once inside…by far the most important gadget any serious fisherman in Terengganu and the East Coast of Malaysia will use to bring home a decent catch. Bubu represents all things central to a blissful living - breathtakingly white sandy beaches lapped by crystal clear waters teeming with marine life and the casual island lifestyle amidst the innocence of nature. Just like the proverbial fish in the trap, these is no escape for the visitors to this tropical paradise, Memories of romantic nights, colourful sunsets, teeming tropical fishes dancing among equally dazzling coral reefs and stunningly beautiful white sandy beach and crystal clear blue water matched with casual island lifestyle and hospitality.
The Resort, strategically located on Long Beach, Perhentian Island Kecil is the one and only deluxe resort hotel on the island. Long Beach is undoubtedly the most popular spot on Perhentian Island. Uniquely designed right on the beach, the resort incorporates local architecture with modern day facilities.
“BUBU” – the local fish trap, usually made of local bamboo cleverly weaved to entice a fish to enter but not escape once inside…by far the most important gadget any serious fisherman in Terengganu and the East Coast of Malaysia will use to bring home a decent catch. Bubu represents all things central to a blissful living - breathtakingly white sandy beaches lapped by crystal clear waters teeming with marine life and the casual island lifestyle amidst the innocence of nature. Just like the proverbial fish in the trap, these is no escape for the visitors to this tropical paradise, Memories of romantic nights, colourful sunsets, teeming tropical fishes dancing among equally dazzling coral reefs and stunningly beautiful white sandy beach and crystal clear blue water matched with casual island lifestyle and hospitality.
The Resort, strategically located on Long Beach, Perhentian Island Kecil is the one and only deluxe resort hotel on the island. Long Beach is undoubtedly the most popular spot on Perhentian Island. Uniquely designed right on the beach, the resort incorporates local architecture with modern day facilities.
