Wednesday, October 22, 2008

Langkawi – Intriguing Legends and Nature’s Wonders


The Langkawi archipelago consists of 99 islands situated in the Andaman Sea, south of Thailand. Tourists flock here for the delightful beaches, superb resorts and refreshing nature-based activities. The best beaches included Pantai Cenang, Burau Bay, Pantai Kok and Pantai Datai.

Accomodation ranges from worldclass resorts such as The Datai and The Andaman to affordable family chalets and facilities for budget travelers.

Pulau Payar Marine Park, 20 km south of Langkawi is a popular diving and snorkeling site. Boats from Langkawi take day trippers to the park where there is a viewing platform for relaxation between underwater adventures.

Langkawi is a duty-free island, offering an attractive range of goods. Shops in the main town of Kuah and the Langkawi International Airport offer the island’s best shopping.

Ferry services operate during daylight hours from Kuala Perlis and Kuala Kedah on the mainland, to Langkawi and from Penang to Langkawi. Direct air services connect Langkawi to London, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and Penang.

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