See what the experts are saying about Langkawi. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Introduction
Once a sanctuary for pirates, only the locals knew the delights of Langkawi until it was made a duty-free port in 1987. Since then, the construction of modern amenities has created an idyllic Malaysian getaway. Its natural beauty and intrigui... Continue reading »
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History
The imagination of many travelers has been stirred by the legends surrounding the 99 islands of the Langkawi archipelago. The resort is now one of the most sought after tropical retreats in South-east Asia, but it has not always been so. This... Continue reading »
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Where to stay
Being a premier tourist destination, Langkawi is more a sanctuary to holidaymakers from abroad than a home to its native inhabitants. Year in and year out, especially since 1987 when it was made a duty-free port and promoted as a holiday reso... Continue reading »
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Eat drink
A good meal is like a journey. While dining in Langkawi you will experience elements of intrigue, excitement and pleasure. Your palate will be delighted with exotic flavours and the beauty of your surroundings will stimulate all your senses.... Continue reading »
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Entertainment
What more entertainment do you need on an idyllic island that offers sun-drenched beaches, windsurfing, sailing, and jungle trekking as well as sightseeing and good bargain shopping? Langkawi ofers plenty of options to relax at the end of a b... Continue reading »
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Tours
Marine biologists will be thrilled by it, but you do not need to have a degree to fall in love with Pulau Payar Marine Park. With expansive rainforest and luxuriant vegetation, calm and crystal clear waters, long and pristine beaches, rich an... Continue reading »
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Getting there
Getting There: By Air: The Langkawi International Airport (+60 04 955 1322/ http://www.senaiairport.com) provides convenient and regular service from mainland Malaysia and Singapore with Malaysia Airlines (http://www.malaysiaairlines.co... Continue reading »
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Fun facts
Langkawi Country: Malaysia Langkawi by the Numbers: Population: 54,000 Elevation: 23 feet Average January Temperature: 82 degrees F Average July Temperature: 81 degrees F Quick Facts: Major Industry: tourism Time Zone: UTC/GMT... Continue reading »
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Introduction
Where the beautiful Andaman Sea meets the Strait of Malacca, Langkawi Island positions itself as one of the best emerging island paradise destinations in the region. Since 1990, the Malaysian Tourism Board has dedicated itself to promoting th... Continue reading »
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Planning a trip
Getting There By Plane -- Malaysia Airlines (tel. 1300/883-000; www.malaysiaairlines.com) and AirAsia (tel. 1300/889-933; www.airasia.com) make Langkawi very convenient from either mainland Malaysia or Singapore. In addition, Singapore Air... Continue reading »
Langkawi Travel Experiences
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Picture perfect beaches on Langkawi
About three hours after leaving George Town, we arrived at Pulau Langkawi. Right off the boat, we got some food in the terminal bef... Continue reading »
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Island Hopping
Island hopping is a good way of getting a feel for Langkawi's surrounding waters. This is one of the must-do activity when visiting Langk... Continue reading »
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Mahsuri's Tomb
It's our 2nd day in Langkawi. Had breakfast near Kuah town this morning - had to travel this far coz I need to get myself a new digi... Continue reading »
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Island Time
While waiting to board the boat to Langkawi (there are two - one at 8:15am and the second at 8:30am), we were told that the sea was rough... Continue reading »
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Koh Lipe - Koh Tao National Marine Park
The sand was so white it was cool on your feet. That was the first thing we noticed when we stepped off the boat... but what a trek to ge... Continue reading »
Popular Langkawi Hotels
- Westin Perdana Resort Langkawi
- Mutiara Burau Bay Beach Resort
- Pelangi Beach Resort Langkawi
- Langkawi Holiday Villa
- The City Bayview Hotel
- Rebak Island Resort - A Taj Hotel
- Grand Continental Hotel
- Pelangi Beach Resort Langkawi
- Federal Lodge
- Langkawi Lagoon Resort
