Mar 7: Pennang

  Penang, Malaysia

Penang was our last minute replacement for Langkawi, Malaysia. It was actually closer to Singapore and our port arrival slot was 11:00 so it has been a slow smooth ride to Penang.

Malaysia money

The Malaysian ringgit (/ˈrɪŋɡɪt/; plural: ringgit; symbol: RM; currency code: MYR; Malay name: Ringgit Malaysia; formerly the Malaysian dollar) is the currency of Malaysia. It is divided into 100 sen (formerly cents). The ringgit is issued by the Central Bank of Malaysia.

1 ringgit is about 22 cents, $1 dollar is about 4.52 ringgit

Tour to see the Temple of 1000 Buddhas and the Sleeping Buddha

Since docking wasn't until 1100, craft class that is usually just on Sea Days was held. Preparing for St. Patrick's Day

Getting closer and  the city was in view

We have a next door neighbor

The Penang Dock

We were to meet in the Dining Room while the Malaysian Port Authority cleared everything.  Rob was able to finish the daily Suduko while we waited.

Getting off the ship and heading into the terminal

Arrived at the Temple of a 1000 buddhas

Turtles

A guest appearance from Disney 

The Reclining Buddha Temple

Headed back to ship but one last stop at a market that specialized in Nutmeg.  Had Nutmeg Juice, biscuits, and souvenirs.

Queen Victoria Clock Tower

The terminal had shops for souvenirs, tourist information, snacks and drinks, and a currency exchange

Tomorrow, Phuket!