The Albatross
Monday 20 May 2024
I really did go in with enthusiasm and an optimistic attitude, however, alas, my lingering doubts were well founded. Maybe I’ve travelled to these things too often, but when a place is listed as a must do and in the back of your mind you think it sounds a bit crap, it is.
We went to the clan Jetties today. These are the old Chinese floating jetties that the different Chinese clans (surprise) set up during British colonial rule. You are graciously allowed to explore the narrow walkways while the honourable hosts try and sell you tat and ice-creams. You also get to waddle behind fat Germans who won’t get out of the way, praying for a breath of fresh air. It’s just so cultural, and soul enriching, you must go. Don’t forget to Instagram it.
To get there we did get to drive through Georgetown, it was way less congested than on Saturday, so it’s really fun pumping our go cart through traffic (I’m not being sarcastic, it’s a hoot). It’s like a video game as lanes run out without warning, scooters dodge out everywhere and the car in front has right of way over everything as everything behind is dead to you, yet you mustn’t get caught behind a large vehicle as all vision is lost. All road rules are advisory only. Just don’t do it tired.
After many hours of culture and go carting we were back in our wee village, where we found a nice place on the coast and had a smashing steamed snapper, rice and vegies, washed down with a few frosty ales.