Thanks, for Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu, the capital of Sabah, also known as "the land below the wind". I have only heard too much about this legendary mythical land, of its enchanted mountain myths, gorgeous seafood, the colorful population and the beach sceneries that looks exactly like postcard photos. Not trying to exaggerate here but the recount of people that either been there or are from there itself actually sum up their perception of Sabah into just that one simple word- beautiful.

Lucky enough, with a spice of spontaneity and the two nature-loving couple that rarely goes for vacation, i was flying to KK on a rare chance on different flights to start a weekend at the so called beautiful Kota Kinabalu.

And indeed with due expectations, it was beautiful! We arrive KK International Airport near evening. After bargaining with the rental for a Proton Saga, we drove around the city for tea before settling the sunset location at Sutera Harbour Resort. The day light was slowly shying away as the sun descend from the sky. Perfect timing and sight seeing spot for the first evening :)

Yep, my lovely parents

Exodus 20:12 Honor your father and your mother.. :)

There were boats from all countries "parked" silently side by side the bay. Its almost as if they had just finished a rough tiring day and are resting on the seacoast treating themselves for a good days work.

I bet it would be a satisfying experience to have owned one of those when i grow old :)

The coastal waters were so calm that the sky, collaborated with the setting sun, was able to paint skillfully, the brilliant colors of a sunset evening over the canvas of the still water.

I guess i was truly blessed to have the chance of witnessing the sun melting away into the ocean along with the splendid trickles of colors over the sea and sky.

And all that happened in less than 5 minutes. Makes you wonder how real the Earth is spinning even though we don't feel it :)

Despite nature's beauty, KK is also renowned as a tourist spot. And therefore, facilities and services are all in top-notch condition. With such world-class tourism quality blended with the natural advantage of sceneries and ambiance, you decide how enjoyable a stay in Kota Kinabalu can be :)

Surprisingly the sky wasn't as vibrant when the sun was still up. I'm guessing the "pixies of colors" would only dare to shatter their creativity on the sky for that few moments after the old Sun has left to the other side of the World.

From the smile on the face, what else needs to be say :D Mum had been to KK multiple times on company trips with on-the-house luxury, but i guess nothing beats the unspeakable time of being with the family ae?

Dad seemed familiar with KK as well, we didn't even need the map while going about places. But the best thing about going vacation with my dad is, he doesn't mind spending that much more for a priceless experience of having an expensive coffee or a tequila sunrise in hand, savoring the the view while experiencing the enjoyment of the present moment.

And hence, we had plenty of drinks throughout the weekend that cost way more than necessary, not so much about quenching a thirst, but more to enlight that moment of time, to bring it that much closer to perfection :)

Mum said the first drink that dad bought her, was the "Tequila Sunrise", which is a cocktail that has this wonderful balance between the rough edginess of alcohol and the smooth sweety taste of orange juice. Looking forward to buy 'you' a drink, whoever 'you' may be :)

As this family sipped their drinks on the coast, enjoying the classy rich experience that was never suppose to be, the sky leisurely turns from vibrant to a single color, and that was the first day of the holiday in the beautiful land of Kota Kinabalu.