beaches of Malaysia

THE inaugural Sime Darby LPGA Malaysia tournament proved an unqualified success in terms of its world-class field, the short but tough course, the overall organization and large crowds.

Not surprisingly, LPGA Commissioner Mike Whan, left Kuala Lumpur a satisfied man. In the exert of his interview with a local chronicle when asked to comment of how Malaysia did as a host. He was asked as this was an inaugural tournament for ladies if more ladies would pick the sport in Asia. He quoted there is a lot of potential. This is testimonial that as a besides a having many tour packages we are also an international golf tour destination.

So Malaysia offers many fascinating options for its visitors in the form of our tour package. If has been said is wonderful, fascinating, charming destination heaven on earth. Plus we also have artificial snow spots to pamper everyone Tour organizers say we trying to focus on every type of holiday destination also. So a whole mass of option are available. Every aspect has been catered for provided you know where to find them and do the research. Bike, Rafting, Eco and Scuba tours can be located. Comments have been mentioned that is a beautiful and charming destination on Asia. Millions of tourist from all over the world keep coming to Malaysia. Our currency is easily exchangeable and rates are very competitive.

Some say it is wonderful, some say it is fascinating, some say it is charming destination, some say it is heaven on earth. With whatever description you define Malaysia; this beautiful holidaying destination of Asia is beyond visual and verbal description. It is one of the most beautiful and charming destination in Asia visited by millions of tourists from all the nook and corner of the world. It is amazingly beautiful and truly there are lots of things to do and see in Malaysia, which will surely leave your spell bind. Above all the astonishing and mesmerizing. 

For honey mooning couples holiday destinations to Malaysia is a preferred location as after spending money on a wedding they can value tour for short stay and exotic quite tour for young one attractive. The natural beaches on the east coast are thriving with corals just along the beaches. Also the coo mountain type climate is a attraction due to its serenity. Also some manmade sites in between the hill and beaches are more modern visit for camera taking.

The attractions are bountiful for any tourist. Malaysia started wooing tourist very late so due to the catching up process of the industry and lack of marketing many of the destinations are still very intact. So the hotels are fairly new and other boarding have been set up. Chalets are all scattered in the trees along sandy beaches. Some tourist stay for extended time due to the peaceful atmosphere around. Previously tourist passed through Malaysia to Australia or when visiting other Asian cities. Now is an icon in the tourist calendar. We have almost every airline landing in Kuala Lumpur. And budget air in Asia was originated by Malaysia. Today we are building a specialized budget air terminal. Cheap and fast accessibility is an advantage.

Some of the Must Visit Attractions of Malaysia

Penang

This is an amazing place even for the locals. Why? Is a food paradise for local food. Batu Ferringi even it may not have a long hotel strip like Miami but still attracts tourist that the airport run way has to be extended many time to cater for larger and more flights. Bayan Lepas airport if away a bit from George town. But it has flights directly leaving it to other Asian destination. So accessibility is second to none. Once it was a duty free trade location. Subsequently to not spoil the local heritage even when it was no more it did not go off the tourist map.

Kuantan

Every state capital has its own identity but also similarity for unique Malaysia local delicacy. The slowness of the pace of life is a wonder. They are not perturbed by the speed of change. Come what may when it's time to stop work they stop work. The beautiful sandy beach is surely a factor for speed of life. The port here had to be moved to another location. Trishaw is a very convenient way of moving around. During the exodus of the Vietnam boat people relics of their boats are on the beaches.

Kuala Trengganu

As this east coast town was drastically cut off from major development previously due to lack of highways there accept for a coastal one. Backpacker paradise this is. As miles of sandy beaches sprawl the drive to the city. Cottage boat builder are international noted. Also batik manufacturing is a major tourist attraction as many fashion designers use this art in their work.

Kangar

State capital of the smallest here. It is next to the Thailand border. The last town is Padang Besar about 1 hour from Hadyai. Rice, textiles and commodities much smuggled can be apprehended here. The climate here is much warmer then the southern states. It is ruled by a royalty who is addressed as Raja of Perlis.

Pulau Pangkor

Is a tiny island on the west coast which can cater for cruise ship plying along Singapore and Haadyai and there are world class resorts on stilts to accommodate the big spenders. Also chalets in Pangkor can pamper for more value stretchers. This is like home stay where meals and accommodation provided and they are on the fine sandy beaches. Again sea food is something which Pangkor chefs are renowned.

There are ample ways to the details for tour packages and flights for a real adventure to Malaysia. You will find this is God's gift to man. Is also a natural mineral rich land

Since my first visit to Malaysia in 1994, I've always been curious about Langkawi; an island very close to the border of Kingdom of Thailand. Back than my friends told me it would be empty because of rain season. So I've never been there. Than suddenly, a phone call while I was in Bangkok opened an opportunity to live in Langkawi.

I've arrived there in October, 2006 which was almost the beginning of high season. I've flew to Kuala Lumpur with Gulf Air and than to Langkawi with Air Asia. The airport is small, few shops and cafes, lots of car rental benches and taxis. It's clever to rent a car in Langkawi because taxi is more expensive than big cities. Also there are no public transports, if you want to go around, you always need a taxi. It's very easy to find a good deal for a small car or with a little more budget a Perodua jeep. More expensive cars are available but I don't think it's necessary.

There are lots of hotels and resorts in Langkawi. Most of them are stationed around Pantai Cenang area. But if you want to live there, you don't have many choices.

If you want to live in Langkawi, you might prefer a condo. There are 5 choices; Century Surya which is close to the west Kuah Town, almost in the middle of the town; Kondo Istana, Chogm Villa which is what I've chosen back than, Sri Lagenda is right at the opposite of Chogm Villa and in a very remote place between Pantai Cenang and Pantai Kok; Perdana Beach Resort. Also you can find Malay houses around Pantai Cenang or other areas. It's really hard to find a decent one and usually most of them need lots of repairs.

Prices vary between 1000rm (~$290) and 3500rm (~$1000). Kondo Istana and Century Suria looks very nice but they have poor pools and prices are high compared to others. I strongly recommend Chogm Villa which is a very beautiful place. Apartment quality is same as the other condos and it has a very big beautiful pool.

For shopping there are not much choices. You can go to Langkawi Fair which is the biggest shopping mall now. You can find a good supermarket here and lots of shops where you can buy nice souvenirs, furniture etc. Most of the good quality and brand shops are here. There is also Langkawi Parade at the west entrance of the town. It's the poorer version of Langkawi Fair. But it has a large supermarket at the bottom floor where you can find lots of goods. Other than these malls you can go to Trimula to buy mobile phones, some electronics and house accessories like curtains, window blinds.

Food in Langkawi is really good. There are lots of choices. You can find almost any type of cousine here; Thai, Japanese, Malay, Chinese, Indian, Italian and even Russian. Because of its touristic state, island has very good high quality restaurants. But for long term, you need to learn where to buy goods to cook by yourself. Other than buying from markets, there is a wet market in Padang Matsirat which is close to Langkawi International Airport. Here you can buy fresh fruits and vegetables as well as fish, crabs and lobster.

Going in and out of island is a little problem. Penang is quite close, you can go there by ferry but ferry hours for a round trip to Penang is not useful at all. From airport, you can fly to almost anywhere. Like any other Southeast Asia country, flights are really cheap. If you want to go to mainland by car, you must send your car one day before with freight service than take it there. If you bought your car in Langkawi, because of its duty free status, you can use it in mainland not more than one month.

Once you get your own car or bike, it's really easy to find your way around in Langkawi. People are quite friendly and most of them speak English. Also the foreign community of the island is really large and they are really willing to help.