Is there access to the other side of the island, where the very large Buddha is on the mountain? A great vegetarian lunch by the monestary is part of the tour of the complex. It was excellent. I have been wondering if the airport has changed the island. It was so peaceful and laid back and undeveloped, when I was there 3 years ago. That island is certainly a place for new major resort hotels to be developed. Especially now that there is access other then ferries.