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November to March is the best time to visit Langkawi, as this is when peninsular Malaysia receives the most sunshine. The weather during this period is relatively cold and pleasant. Although Langkawi falls into the tropical zone, it does not experience severe or unstable weather changes that Malaysia typically does. The reason behind it is that Langkawi is well-protected by the island of Sumatra on its west and the Malaysian mainland on its east. Due to its strategic location, the temperatures remain fairly consistent throughout the year, hovering between 25 degree to 34 degree Celsius. This region experiences two distinct seasons, namely the wet season from April to October and the dry season from November to March. February is considered as the hottest month of the year, while September to October is the wettest period. During monsoon, the rains last for only 2-3 hours and are usually followed by sunshine.Read More

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Langkawi is often referred to as the Jewel of Kedah, as a result of its lush natural and tropical beauty. It is a group of islands located in the clear Andaman Sea and is also a duty-free zone!

Spread out with clean beaches, sparkling blue waters and forests, Langkawi is a tourists paradise. Also known as Langkawi Permata Kedah or Langkawi, the Jewel of Kedah, the 99 islands that make up this place are an ideal spot for some rest and relaxation. The choicest seafood, tons of spas and other fun activities will make your stay in Langkawi real fun.

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18 Homestays In Langkawi

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RM 20 onwards

15 Chalets In Langkawi

RM 12 onwards

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RM 20 onwards

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RM 54 onwards

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Currency in Langkawi

The currency used here is the Malaysian Ringgitt (RM). There are no problems at all when it comes to foreign exchange.

Exchanging Money in Langkawi

In Langkawi, you can exchange currency as soon as you land, at the airport. You can do the same at the jetty area, shopping malls or even avail of various ATMs, for this purpose.

Daily Budget for Langkawi

A budgeted trip would cost you about RM 97, excluding accommodation. A mid-range trip will cost you RM 200 . A luxurious stay in this city would come up to RM 500.

Religion of Langkawi

Langkawi has a lot of Malays who are Muslims. This is followed by some Buddhists, Hindus and Christians.

Langkawi Customs

Tipping is not mandatory here. Again, it depends on whether or not you like the service provided. Some places specifically have signs that ask you to not leave tips, so watch out for those.

Language of Langkawi

Malay is the official language of Langkawi. English is also quite commonly spoken and understood. Chinese, Siamese and other local dialects are also spoken here.

History of Langkawi

The island of Langkawi has been mentioned in history by many travellers. It was initially occupated by seafarers. Legend says that in the 18th century, a woman named Mahsuri was wrongfully accused and sentenced to death. Because it was not her fault, she cursed the island before she died, saying that her curse would last for seven whole generations. Langkawi was indeed attacked by the Siamese, after that. It was also later captured by the British. After all of that, Langkawi was nothing more than a quiet and scenic spot. But in 1986, when the then Prime Minister saw its potential, he decided to turn it into a tourist resort and area.

Nightlife in Langkawi

Langkawi has quite a good nightlife. Its bars and pubs are frequented by couples and groups of friends, as well as those travelling solo. When here, visit Little Lylias, the beach bar, naam OMG!, a sports bar, Bam-Boo-Baa, which is an open-air lounge and Lepak Bistro, which has air conditioning and even board games!

Shopping in Langkawi

Langkawi is duty-free so youÂd better make the most of it! Langkawi Parade Megamall is the biggest duty-free mall for some great shopping. Zon Duty-Free Shopping Complex is another such example. Over here, you can shop for chocolates, alcohol, electronic gadgets, home d_cor pieces, etc. To shop for local handicrafts, visit Kompleks Budaya Kraf, at the Northeastern Coast.

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What is the best time to visit Langkawi?

November to March is the best time to visit Langkawi, as this is when peninsular Malaysia receives the most sunshine. The weather during this period is relatively cold and pleasant. Although Langkawi falls into the tropical zone, it does not experience severe or unstable weather changes that Malaysia typically does. The reason behind it is that Langkawi is well-protected by the island of Sumatra on its west and the Malaysian mainland on its east. Due to its strategic location, the temperatures remain fairly consistent throughout the year, hovering between 25 degree to 34 degree Celsius. This region experiences two distinct seasons, namely the wet season from April to October and the dry season from November to March. February is considered as the hottest month of the year, while September to October is the wettest period. During monsoon, the rains last for only 2-3 hours and are usually followed by sunshine.
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What is the local food in Langkawi?

At Langkawi, you will find one hundred per cent authentic Malay cuisine. Fresh seafood like lobsters, king prawns, squids, etc are also very famous. You will find no dearth of restaurants here, most of them also offering international cuisine options.
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What is the best way to reach Langkawi?

Langkawi is most easily accessible by air, by road and via ferries.
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How much does a package cost for Langkawi?

The packages for Langkawi start at INR 8710 which can be further customized based on number of people, days, hotel category, vehicle type and customizations. You can have a look at all packages here

What are the top hotels in Langkawi?

There are 520 in Langkawi which can be booked through Holidify. The most popular hotels in Langkawi are ZEN Rooms Villa Bunga Padi, homestay puteri langkawi, Sabandy House B&B, Foxi villa Langkawi196 ä½›ç³»ä¼‘é—²åˆ«å¢…å…°å¡å¨196, Nidzam homestay, Luxury Villa Langkawi. You can see all the hotels in Langkawi here

What are the things to do in Langkawi?

The top things to do in Langkawi are Dataran Lang, Langkawi Sky Bridge, Langkawi Cable Car, Underwater World, Gunung Raya, Pulau Payar Marine Park. You can see all the places to visit in Langkawi here

What are the places near Langkawi?

The top places near to Langkawi are Georgetown which is 116 km from Langkawi, Penang which is located 119 km from Langkawi, Perlis which is located 45 km from Langkawi, Kuala lumpur which is located 413 km from Langkawi, Phi phi islands which is located 193 km from Langkawi

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