Have you ever walked 30 minutes into a foreign country only to realize that you had somehow overlooked the immigration checkpoint? Yes, it does sound a bit farfetched, but imagine my surprise and sudden discomfort to realize that was exactly what I had done, on my way from Langkawi, Malaysia to Hat Yai, Thailand. And […]
The Ultimate Guide to the Langkawi Rainy Season
Ask locals, in Langkawi, Malaysia, what the islands’ weather is like, for a particular time of year, and you will get a variety of responses from the various self-proclaimed weather experts. That will be especially true during the Langkawi rainy season(s). According to scientific data the ‘official’ Langkawi rainy season is from September until about […]
Oriental Village, Where The Sky’s The Limit
It’s easy to see why the Panorama Cable Car is the number one attraction in Langkawi, Malaysia. It offers visitors breathtaking views of the surrounding archipelago and even distant Thailand (on a clear day). But down below those unforgettable vistas of Malaysia’s surrounding pride and joy UNESCO Global Geopark is the quiet enclave of Oriental […]
Must Try Night Market Food In Langkawi
Writing about Malaysia’s diverse cuisine takes more expertise than one might expect. Writing about night market food in Langkawi is no small undertaking either. My own personal knowledge has certainly improved since my first night market visit years ago, but there is still so much to learn. Traveling through Malaysia you’ll find that names, recipes […]
Langkawi Guide to a Unique Kampung Stay
As night gives way to the slivers of daybreak, the quiet of the morning village air is broken first by the calls to prayer followed by the crescendo of song birds’ choruses. The familiar daily soundtrack repeats itself as the scent of the sea drifts through. And thus, begins another day in a seaside kampung. […]
Langkawi’s Best Waterfront Watering Holes
When it comes to Langkawi waterfront restaurants and bars, the island has plenty. But when it comes to places to have a bite to eat and a beverage of your particular ‘choice’, then the selections can vary greatly. From limited beverages choices to inconsistent hours of operation or indifferent customer service and uncomfortable local cliques. […]
Learning to Golf in Langkawi, Malaysia
Despite golf becoming more mainstream it is still a sport which maintains an elite air about it. And it isn’t exactly an inexpensive hobby, at least not for those of us new to the sport. But for golf enthusiasts (or potential golf enthusiasts) traveling through Malaysia high end, world class, and challenging golf courses are […]