Being the ever so positive couple we are, Lyn (my boo) and I decided to make the most out of our not-so-dry Langkawi Day 1 episode. Given that the outdoors is not exactly an option and that our room is about to be flooded, we figured that indoor activity should be the order of the day. Going through a list of our favourite indoor activities, we narrowed down to two things we both enjoy – food and massage. With that, we headed to the nearby Sun Cafe at Sun Mall to stay dry (pun intended) and to grab some chow.
Left: The little Sun Mall | Right: The dry Sun Cafe
We both started off with non-alcoholic (let’s save that for the night) beverages followed by a main of chicken rendang for her and chicken lasagna for me. To further help ease our hunger pangs, we shared a nice big plate of supreme pizza. Food in Langkawi during our entire trip in our opinion is generally decent and at times leaving us wanting more. That sure does say a lot for dining there since we are somewhat critical about food, well, mostly Lyn… 
Left: Fruit juice for me | Right: Coke for her
Left: Chicken lasagna | Right: Chicken Nasi Rendang
Left: Pizza!! | Right: Heavy’ish rain
After a really fulfilling lunch, we made our wet journey back to the resort to check out the scene before deciding on our next activity. As we have earlier feared, the rain continued to pour not flooding the resort front but our rooms as well. Thankfully, we weren’t that badly affected as it was just a puddle inside compared to the outside. And yes we were farsighted enough to have earlier placed our belongings on higher ground. Of course we were much more fortunate than the other guests with their rooms completely flooded at shin level.
Left: Still flooded | Right: A scary sight, water invading our room
Left: In the bed room | Right: A little worse in the bathroom
Not wanting to stay in our rooms, we immediately booked an appointment at one of Langkawi’s best (meaning expensive) massage, Nithi Ayurvedic Massage. According to their website, “Ayurveda is the oldest system of Medicine in the world and traces its root to ancient India (1500 B.C). It is an age-old healing system that uses diet, exercise, herbs and body therapies to help meet life’s demands and embrace life’s opportunities. Located in Langkawi, Nithi Ayurvedic Massage offers both relaxing and healing Ayurvedic treatments. We practice healing through ritual and music, aromatic essential oils, herbs and teas – all part that makes your stay a truly authentic Ayurvedic experience.”
Touted by many as one of their best massage experiences by a great number of tourists and locals (I think) at TripAdvisor, we figured that it would be a shame if we didn’t at least give it a go. The photos don’t really do justice to the spa, but here is just a little glimpse.
Left: Our beds | Right: They used a lot of very warm (not hot) oil
Left: I think these are spares | Right: The bathroom, really nice and rustic
Leaving the spa just before sun set, we headed to our initial first choice for accommodation (but was fully booked), Beach Garden Resort for dinner. Also have earlier read of their wonderful yet simple dining options, we ordered up a set of grilled seafood platter and Antipasto for our main and banana pancakes for dessert. Needless to say, beer was our beverage that night. Service was amazing although there are just two staff waiting on about a good six or so tables indoors, they were receptive, friendly and quick.
Left: Beer, can’t go without beer | Right: Seafood platter..it was really good
Left: Antipasto | Right: Banana pancake with ice cream
After dinner, the restaurant continued their pampering by arranging a car to send us back to our resort. The water has receded and the rain stopped when we arrived. Making our way back to our slightly damped room, we crossed our fingers for a sunny day tomorrow. Day two coming right up…
Slightly dry
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