Fun Time at World Wide Conference

The first two days of conference are being programmed or planned by your Conext leadership or Collective Leaders. On Wednesday, Thursday and Friday of conference, we have scheduled some nice breaks to allow for fun and connection with one another (click here for a look at the full conference schedule).

We have set aside time on Thursday and Friday between lunch and dinner to allow you the choice to take advantage of free time OR participate in a “Conversation” (small optional workshops; more details and sign-ups for “Conversations” are coming soon). We have also intentionally left Wednesday from lunch until bedtime completely empty, giving you an opportunity to participate in what we are calling “Fun Time” activities. Free time will also be available each evening after the evening plenary sessions.

There is a lot to do during this free time, so check out the offerings below and be sure register to participate in Fun Time activities.

Here is a list of activities that you may want to try out while at the Pelangi Beach Property:

• The Pools: There are two lovely pools. They typically close at 9pm, but we negotiated longer hours at the main pool (Horizon Pool) so you can swim there after the evening plenary meeting until midnight!
• The Sea: We are right on the waterfront and this affords nearly limitless opportunities, including:
  - Strolling on the beach
  - Swimming in the sea (check with hotel staff about jellyfish activity and stay within the netted area for your own protection)
  - During low tide, walking to the neighboring island (make sure you get back prior to the tide coming in or you are in for a long swim!)
  - Checking out the sea life during low tide
  - Renting a Wave Runner
  - Para-sailing (at an additional cost)
  - Renting a Kayak
  - etc.
• Miniature Golf: Each attendee will receive one free round of miniature golf at the little mini golf course located on the property.
• Tennis Courts (if you can brave the heat and humidity)
• Exercise circuit on the property
• Weight/workout room
• Bicycle rentals to stroll around the island
• Walk to the business strip near the hotel to visit a variety of shops and restaurants
• Massage or spa treatment: The hotel has a truly beautiful spa facility and is offering each conference attendee a 20% discount. There may be locations that are cheaper near the hotel to get a massage, but they will not be as nice. Please travel in pairs and be smart when exploring any outside facilities.

In addition, we have established a relationship with a tour group that is offering a number of great activities that we are calling “Fun Time.” These Fun Time activities are at an additional charge and you need to sign up in advance.  Please note that the Fun Time Activities all take place Wednesday afternoon and you may only participate in one.

Click here to sign-up for the Fun Time activities, which include:

• Langkawi Discovery Tour
  Take a day to tour some of the conventional attractions of Langkawi with the Langkawi Discovery Tour. Start out with a visit to Eagle Square – a sprawling 19-acre landmark comprising a bronze eagle statue visible from the air or sea of Langkawi – and stroll along this area and check out the kiosk vendors selling souvenirs. Afterwards scurry on down to the duty-free shopping pavilion – one of Langkawi’s busiest areas.  Then get a bird’s eye view of the legendary isle of mystical Langkawi as you take an exhilarating cable car ride from the foot of the Oriental Village to its peak. Situated at the base of the geo-park’s mountain range, this cable car ride will let you see panoramic vistas of the surroundings forests, the Telaga Tujuh (Seven Wells) waterfalls as well as sweeping views of the sea. The ground station for the Langkawi Cable Car is located beside a gorgeous lake with the rolling mountain range in the background and the village itself has an array of entertaining activities to engage in.
  
  Cost: RM 145.00, or approx $45.00USD
  Cost includes admission to attractions and transportation to each attraction with an English speaking guide.

• Golf
  Golf is one of Langkawi’s popular attractions, with courses in some of the most spectacular venues in Asia. Surprisingly, there are three courses in this rugged and beautiful island, all in great locations.
  
  Cost: RM 298.00 per person, or approx $93.00 USD
  Cost includes transit to and from course, cart, green fees and required.

• Snorkeling at Pulau Payar Island
  The Pulau Payar Marine Park is one of the most beautiful and exotic marine parks in Malaysia, with abundant and colorful tropical marine life. This makes it an excellent destination for scuba diving and snorkeling. The pleasant white beaches are also the perfect retreat for those who want to escape the business of urban living in cities. Besides diving, enjoy swimming in clear warm seas and sun-bathing on the glittery white sand. Please note we need at least 50 people to sign-up in order to charter the boat needed to get to the island (Pulau Payar).
  
  Cost: RM 196.00 per person, or approx $60.00 USD
  Cost includes round trip transit from hotel to dock/boat terminal, boat ride to island, drinking water and snorkeling gear.

• Mangrove Tour
  Experience the Mangrove Trees on this boat tour where you will see eagles feeding, monkeys frolicking in the trees and bats hanging out.
  
  Cost: RM 76.00, or approx $24.00 USD
  Cost includes transit to and from boat terminal, boat ride, guide and mineral water.

• Island Hopping Tour
  Spend the day island hopping and exploring the mythical sights of Langkawi when you take the Langkawi Island Tour. First you’ll be taken to visit ‘Pulau Singa Besar’ – Big Lion Island – and the verdant greenery of its rainforests and sunny beaches. Next head on over to Dayang Bunting Island to see the Lake of the Pregnant Maiden and immerse in its waters which are purported to have magical powers that help women conceive. Finally you will visit ‘Beras Basah Island’  – another pristine Langkawi beach with clear waters and far-reaching views of the sea.
  
  Cost: RM 75.00, or approx $24.00 USD
  Cost includes round trip transit from hotel to dock/boat terminal and the boat ride to the islands.

Again, please sign up for the Fun Time activity of your choice by clicking here and do not hesitate to ask any questions via email at wwcdirector@crmleaders.org.