Pulau Pangkor, Malaysia

Pulau Pangkor is an island off the coast of Perak in north-west peninsular Malaysia. It has a land area of only 8 square kilometers, and a population of approximately 25,000 islanders. It is heavily promoted as a low-key tourist destination by the Malaysian government, but fishing and fish products remain major industries.

The name Pangkor is said to be originated from the Thai word Pang Ko which means 'beautiful island'. Others believe it may be a memorial to Pang Kui, a legendary Chinese adventurer said to have lent his skills in seamanship to the bands of pirates this island once sheltered.

Besides, it is a thriving tourist attraction with wonderful offerings of its pristine beaches on the western coastline. Among the popular beaches are Pantai Puteri Dewi (Golden Sands Beach), Pasir Bogak Beach, Teluk Nupah, Pulau Sembilan and Pangkor Laut.

Dutch Fort (Kota Belanda)

Foo Ling Kong Temple

Little Great Wall of China

Other attraction on the islands include The Chinese Fishing Village, Dutch Fort (Kota Belanda), Pangkor Town, Sacred Rock (Batu Bersurat), Foo Ling Kong Temple & Little Great Wall of China, Lin Ye Kong Temple and Kali Temple.

How to get there
By road: Access by road via the North -South highway to Lumut. If travelling from the south, exit at Gopeng interchange and turn left after Pangkor/Sitiawan/Batu Gajah signboard. Upon arrival in Lumut, you can see a ferry service counter there. Parking space are available here.

By Air: Berjaya Air offer 4flights weekly from Kuala Lumpur (Mon/Wed/Fri/Sun) - 35minutes from Subang Airport.

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Welcome to Pangkor Island
Cuti Malaysia, Pangkor Island, Perak

Pulau Perhentian, Malaysia

Pulau Perhentian is located in the South China Sea 21 km from the coast of Kuala Besut, Terengganut. It comprises of two islands; Pulau Perhentian Besar and Pulau Perhentian Kecil. Both islands are surrounded by beautiful palm-fringed powdery white sandy beaches and crystal-clear turquoise-blue sea.

The two Perhentian Islands are rated as some of the most beautiful islands in the world; a virtual paradise for snorkelling and diving in crystal-clear water or just for lazing on one of the white sandy beaches waiting for the coconuts to drop.

The two main islands are heavily forested and ringed with sandy beaches, typical of tropical islands. Both islands are separated by a very narrow sound but with strong current. The significant different between the two islands is, Perhentian Besar is more for a vocational island while the small one is an island with the mixture of vacation mood and reality life due to the fishing village.

All manner of aquatic life is visible both near and far from the beach such as turtles, sharks, coral and thousands of tropical fish. The interior is covered by jungle with a wide variety of species. You can watch monitor lizards, monkeys, geckos, flying squirrels, butterflies and many other types - sometimes right in front of your chalet. There are no roads and not many paths, so the islands are mainly peaceful and untouched - so far.


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Pulau Perhentian Besar | Perhentian Island - A Paradise Holiday Destination

Phuket, Thailand

Phuket, is Thailand's largest island. It is 48 km in length, 21 km at it’s widest, and is in Southern Thailand, on the west-facing Andaman Sea coastline.

Scuba diving, snorkeling, snuba, yachting, jet-skiing and parasailing are the most popular activities on the island.

Phuket's beaches share the same powdery sand, blue-green water, casuarina trees, palm trees and strutting mynah birds, yet each is unique and each satisfies a different kind of traveller.

Phuket's best beaches are along the west coast where the yearly pounding from the rainy season waves has created beautiful bays with golden powdery sand. Along the south and east coasts are stony beaches more suited to walking, shell collecting or relaxing in a restaurant and enjoying the view.

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Phuket hotel, Thailand: travel information guide

Pulau Langkawi, Malaysia

Langkawi island is an archipelago of 104 islands lying in the north western coast of Peninsular Malaysia. The exact location of these tropical islands is at the site where the Straits of Malacca meets the waters of the Andaman Seas.


Today, Langkawi is probably the busiest island of Malaysia second to Penang. The landscape has changed dramatically along with the number of visitors. Gone are the old designs and drab colours of Langkawi; new buildings painted in bright colours project a vibrant and dynamic image. Roads are constantly being tarred and maintained, while new construction projects occur at an astounding rate.

The main tourist attractions of Langkawi Island is its virgin white sandy beaches.The beaches have very gentle continental slope and the water is crystal clear.

Eagle Square

Oriental Village

Langkawi Cable Car

Besides, there are also many places of attractions in Langkawi that you can visit. Visit the Eagle Square, Ayer Hangat Village (Warm Water Village), Kota Mahsuri (Memorial in honour of Mahsuri) and Oriental Village. Try Langkawi Cable Car and see the spectacular view of the area.

The government of Malaysia has declared the entire Langkawi Island as a duty free zone. Hence this island is also termed Duty Free Island. All goods sold in this island are exempted from government tax. Therefore this Legendary Island is a haven for the shoppers. You only need to stay in Langkawi for a minimum of 48 hours to take back home a reasonable amount of tax free goods.

How to get there
By Road: Visitors travelling by road have to drive to Kuala Kedah or Kuala Perlis on north-western coast of Peninsular Malaysia, the main take-off points by ferry to Langkawi. The journey from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Kedah takes about 6 hours while Kuala Perlis is an additional hour away. Car parking facilities are availabe at both jetties.

By Air: The Langkawi International Airport at Padang Matsirat is about 20 km from Kuah and 8 km from the beach resorts on Cenang Beach. Direct air services from Kuala Lumpur to Langkawi are provided by Malaysia Airlines on a daily basis and AirAsia 5 times weekly. Silk Air flies 4 times a week from Singapore to the island. There are also direct international flights to Langkawi from London.

By Rail: Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) or Malayan Railway provides comfortable and economical rail services from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar and Arau. From Alor Setar or Arau, you can take a taxi or bus to Kuala Kedah or Kuala Perlis respectively and then proceed by ferry to Langkawi.

By Sea: Ferry Services Express ferries provide regular services daily to Langkawi from both Kuala Kedah and Kuala Perlis. The journey to Langkawi from Kuala Kedah and Kuala Perlis takes 1 hour 15 minutes and 45 minutes respectively. The journey from Penang to Langkawi by ferry takes about 2 hours 30 minutes.

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Malaysia Desitnations | Plces of Interest in Malaysia > Langkawi Island
Langkawi Guide with Maps and Travel Information

Redang Island, Malaysia

Pulau Redang or Redang Island is one of the premier Malaysian Marine Parks in Peninsular Malaysia. It located in Sorth China Sea off the northeast coast of Peninsular Malaysia within 5°44' - 5°50' North latitude and 102°59' - 103°5' East longitude. It lies about 45km north-northeast of Kuala Terengganu, the state capital of Terengganu, and about 22km off Tanjung Merang, the closest point on the mainland.

Redang Island is boasts with white sandy beaches lined with palm trees, crystal clear waters and spectacular coral reefs.

Redang offers many different dive sites to suit all kinds of skill levels, from beach dives, shallow dives to challenging deep dives. There are beautiful hard and soft coral gardens as well as sandy bottom sites offering muck dives. The dive sites are all located nearby and are quickly accessible by speedboat.

Pulau Redang is always my first priority for travelling in Malaysia. Many of my friends had recommend it to me. The beaches there is so nice and you will not believe that it is in Malaysia. Really hope to go there one day. =)

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Redang Island Rendezvous - online travel guide to redang and marine conservation