Category: Langkawi

Langkawi Duty-Free Shopping Guideline

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Langkawi Duty-Free Shopping Guideline.

In recent years, Langkawi has become as Malaysia’s duty-free capital. Today, grand-scale duty-free malls offering some of the best prices in Malaysia have encroached the whole island.

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The best shopping options are in Kuah Town, Each resort also has its own collection of boutiques along with one or two duty-free outlets. The biggest mall here is the Billion Duty Free Department Store. Here you will find tons of great deals on typical duty free goods, including liquor, tobacco, perfume, cologne, leather wear, sports gear and more. I have seen people coming with empty bags & … Read the rest

Looking up at the sky

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This was three days back in Langkawi, a place to wish for, if you go by tourist books and guides. We also went there to see what tourists see. And cable car and Skybridge is one of the attractions of the place.

There was a father-son duo with us in the car and the father was very impressed with India and Indians. He thought it was our first visit to Malaysia and guided us no end about the places to visit. 🙂

Coming back to the sky, as soon as … Read the rest

Raring to go to Langkawi

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I have visited Malaysia umpteen times but never had much time to spend in Langkawi. It was touch and go types. Maybe this year I will. 😀

Yes, you read it right. I am flying to Malaysia again and after landing in Kuala Lumpur I am heading directly to Langkawi. 😀

Langkawi, a group of islands north of Penang is also known as the Jewel of Kedah. It is, by far the most frequented destination for the Malaysians. Of course lot of Foreign tourists too go there, but the objectives are different.

While some tourists visits Langkawi to … Read the rest

Top 10 holiday destinations in Asia

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Asia is one of the most popular tourist destinations throughout the world – and for very good reason. Offering travellers diverse cultures and awe-inspiring natural beauty, it is often hard to resist the temptation of holidaying in Asia. Holidaymakers will have the luxury of deciding whether they laze on the beach all day or trek some of the most famous landmarks around the globe. For some inspiring ideas for planning your next escape, check out our favourite holiday destinations in Asia.

Ubud, Bali – Experience the luxury of private villas, set amidst the lush Balinese rainforest, in the arts and … Read the rest

Jus buah

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In Malaysia, my way of trying a juice was to put my finger on a name and ask for it. I refused to see a dictionary for its meaning or ask somebody who knew English. I wanted to know them by taste.
At times it resulted in disastrous distasteful situations but I was also glad that I could pick up some names. Also, I paid attention when they pronounced the names.

I have tried each one of these and a few more which are not mentioned in this list. My favourite was Jus Tembikai.
The locals were quite surprised … Read the rest