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Nightlife in Langkawi
Langkawi is not Asia's hardest partying destination, though unlike in some parts of the country alcohol is still widely available. The heart of the action is in the main town of Kuah with the best venues. Most of the resort hotels have bars of their own, with a sundowner on the beach the most important drink of the day for most holidaymakers. Many couples and families chose to spend the majority of their nights in their resort hotels taking time over a meal.
Eating out
All of the resort hotels have restaurants, with the larger ones offering enough choice to keep most people happy for a week or two. In Kuah there are numerous street stalls and informal restaurants where holidaymakers can enjoy traditional Malaysian dishes such as creamy laksa soups and excellent spicy curries.
Langkawi food is fantastic - warm beaches, gentle breeze, clear waters and magnificent seafood. As an island surrounded by azure blue seas that hold a rich variety of marine life, its no wonder that Langkawi has a buffet spread of culinary delights from the sea, And just as Langkawis visitors are diverse in cultures, youll find the food on the island carry influences from around the world; theres shrimp on the barbie to burgers and bratwurst to seafood platters. Plenty of upmarket hotels stock contemporary international cuisine and youll find the resorts to be excellent dining places for local food as well. But for that rustic feeling, it cant get better than eating out among the natives at their regular hide-outs.
Beaches in Langkawi
Langkawi's main island boasts a number of excellent sandy beaches that can be considered some of the very best in Asia, which fringe the coastline of the main island. The most popular beach is Pantai Cenang, while many of the island's resort hotels also enjoy sweeping stretches of beach of their own. With so much beachfront to choose from, there is always plenty of space for holidaymakers to unfurl their towels for the day. Pantai Kok is another local favourite and is dramatically set amidst a fold of limestone mountains.
Pantai Cenang - the most popular beach in Langkawi is carpeted by fine, white grains of sand that doesnt stick to you this is the hallmark of a good beach. Delightful coconut trees and elegant casuarinas line the 2 km (1.2 miles) stretch of sand with resorts and chalets mushrooming in between. International restaurants, bars and pubs have also sprouted over the landscape in view of the overwhelming number of tourists that flock here each season. When the water subsides, you can even walk across to near-by Rebak Kecil Island, a quaint little version of Cenang itself but do make your way back in two hours before the tide sets back in.
Datai Bay- hidden by a tropical rainforest, the Datai Bay offers an exclusive retreat for the rich and famous. Some of the countrys most expensive resorts are located here. The secluded beach in the bay offers gorgeous sights, including a view of Thailands coast-line on a clear day. Besides beaching yourself, you can also explore the surrounding tropical rainforest and admire the gems of Malaysias natural heritage.
Burau Bay this stunning beach lined with rocky outcrops is located at the West Coast of Langkawi. Several world-class hotels operate in this area which offers a peaceful and tranquil environment for relaxation and quiet meditation. The near-by Burau island is also a roosting place for migratory birds a treasure trove for bird-watchers.
Pasar Pantai Hitam - as the name means Black Sand, this is an unusual beach with a strange colouration. The sand is mixed in white and black shades, giving the illusion of pollution. On the contrary, the rich tin and mineral deposits (iron ore) in the area wash up on the shore constantly, creating that false notion.
Pantai Kok - a beautiful sweeping bay, Pantai Kok may be relatively far, but the pay-off is ultimate seclusion in a beautiful, serene beach. Limestone hills with mysterious caves can be explored here with the help of a guide.
Tanjung Rhu - located in the north, is also known as the Casuarina Beach for its abundance of Casuarina trees rather than the usual palms and coconuts. Tanjung Rhu is sheltered by the curve of the bay while its waters are shallow and warm. Life here is low, relaxed and soothing, perfect for a therapeutic getaway. During the low tide, it is also possible to walk across a sandbank to some nearby islands; Pulau Pasir and Pulau Gasing.Shopping in Langkawi
Langkawi is a duty-free shopping haven offering an attractive range of local and imported goods for those with a yen for shopping. Most of the island's shopping establishments can be found in and around Kuah. A good place to start one's shopping spree is the modern Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall, consisting of 100 retail lots housed in a 2-storey building. Its anchor tenant, the Samudra Duty Free Department Store, stocks a wide selection of items such as perfumes and fragrances, cosmetics, leather wear, sports gear, ladies' accessories, confectionery, liquor and cigarettes.
Among the many choices for shoppers include souvenir items such as pewter, handicraft, batik, crystals and glassware. Others include confectionery, liquor, silk fabrics, perfumes and fragrances, cosmetics, shoes and seafood items.
