Destinations Of the Month

Located off the north west coast of Peninsular Malaysia, Langkawi is
part of an archipelago of around 104 mostly uninhabited islands
where hidden coves and deserted beaches were once the haunt of
pirates. Beautifully unspoilt, Langkawi's rugged beauty and local
legends offer an irresistible combination of cultural and natural
attractions.
Langkawi isn't just one big island, but consists of a group of
around 100 islands. While most are uninhabited, a few have been
designed for tourism development so that visitors from all over the
world can admire and appreciate the magical beauty of Langkawi. Many
island tours are available from reputable operators to explore these
exotic getaways.
Langkawi has some of the warmest water in the world and some of the
most colorful coral teeming with tropical fish...from tiny clown
fish to much larger species. Take a snorkeling trip to payer Island
for a great day out or sail off on the sea on a luxury yacht,
cooling down with the gentle breeze,marvelling at the sights and
scenery on a relaxing voyage to explore this beautiful, serene
paradise.
Langkawi also hosts a number of international events including the
Tour de Langkawi,an annual cycling competition starting in Langkawi
and ending in Kuala Lumpur; The Langsawi International Maritime and
Aerospace Show (LIMA) and the annual Royal Langkawi Regatta which
draws boats from all over the world.
With its beautiful sweeping coastline, sandy bays,invisiting warm
water and tropical vegetation, it's no wonder why the is land is
renowned for some Malaysia's finest beaches among locals and
sun-loving tourists from across the globe.
| Location |
: Malaysia, South East
Asia |
| Visa |
: Myanmar passport holders require the visa
before visiting Malaysia. For other
nationalities, please check with the Malaysia Embassy before
visiting.
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| Time Zone |
: GMT + 8 |
| When to go |
:
Travel is possible year -round, as it has no defined seasonal
weather patterns. |
| Currency |
:
Ringgit (MYR) |
| Airport tax |
: MYR 45 (US$ 12) is
levied at the time of ticketing. |
| Languages |
: Behasa Malaya (also known as Malay is the
official language of Malaysia English is widely spoken and
understood.Mandarin,Cantonese and Tamil are also spoken. |
| Where to visit |
: Palau payar Marine Park,Langkawi Bird
Paradise, Under Water World, Summer Palace
Langkawi,Snake Sanctuary, Oriental Village, Seven Wells,
Crocodile Farm,Pasar Malam (Night market), |
| What to do |
: Discover the great outdoors,play golf,go
diving or snorkelling,visit the marine park,charter a boat or
take a cable car to the top of the mountain. |
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