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Visit to the Langkawi Orchid Farm

July 16, 2014 by Guest Writer: Thomas C. Gerrard Leave a Comment

One of the more recent Langkawi sightseeing options gives visitors a unique opportunity to not only see more than 200 species of tropical orchids, but to learn about the cultivation of these intricate flowers. The Langkawi Orchid Farm has been open just a short while and already seeing a ‘blooming’ success as the proprietor realizes […]

5 Eco-Friendly Hotels in Langkawi

May 24, 2014 by Guest Writer: Thomas C. Gerrard Leave a Comment

Reduce, Reuse and Recycle is the 3 ‘Rs’ mantra that has been heard around the world over the past decade. But even before the Malaysian Government officially launched a national campaign to promote these well-founded principals they were being implemented on the island of Langkawi. In fact a number of hotels new and old have […]

The Gleam of Satun, Thailand

April 12, 2014 by Guest Writer: Thomas C. Gerrard Leave a Comment

Satun, Thailand has a unique charm that I’ve always appreciated and I was pleased to find it had changed little, after my last visit more than a year ago. Satun is a sleepy little town, but with its central market, night market and small restaurants, it has a lot to offer visitors.  And my most […]

Mangoes Bar and Grill

February 18, 2014 by Guest Writer: Thomas C. Gerrard Leave a Comment

Tucked away in the small village of Kuala Teriang, in a converted kampung house, Mangoes Bar and Grill has become a Langkawi institution over the years. Upon approaching this veritable establishment, at the southern end of the Kuala Teriang waterfront, patrons are greeted by a small hand painted sign that leads into the lushly landscaped […]

Malaysian Tradition at Fox Hill Resort

August 12, 2013 by Guest Writer: Thomas C. Gerrard Leave a Comment

There is a large selection of options as to where to stay when visiting Langkawi.  The most popular are near one of the long expanses of beachfront or in the major town of Kuah. But unbeknown to most visitors to the island, there are a few options that take you away from the touristy areas […]

Jet Skis: the good, the bad & the just plain fun

May 1, 2013 by Guest Writer: Thomas C. Gerrard

Jet Skis are present everywhere these days and many only see them as the loud crafts that speed up and down the waterfront invading erstwhile swimmer’s  space. Some would like to see them banned from certain areas all together due to the noise, pollution and potential danger to wildlife (and people). But there’s another side […]

Tubotel? Don’t Be Square Lah!

August 9, 2012 by Guest Writer: Thomas C. Gerrard Leave a Comment

Tubotel is located just north of Pantai Cenang out on the base of the breakwater for the Langkawi Lagoon. The original Boat Quay building is still there but simply renovated to offer the budget traveler a comfortable and welcoming environment. It’s also within walking distance of Pantai Cenang across the river bridge and through the […]

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