Tuesday, July 11, 2006

The Oriental Village Langkawi

The Oriental Village Langkawi is located at Burau Bay (Teluk Burau), nearby several other popular places to visit at Langkawi Island (Pulau Langkawi) such as Seven Well (Telaga Tujuh), Langkawi Cable Car Terminal at Mount of Mat Chinchang (Gunung Mat Chinchang) and Summer Palace (Anna and the King). Several great places of accommodation such as Berjaya Langkawi Beach and Spa Resort and Mutiara Burau Bay Resort are also located nearby the Oriental Village Langkawi. For those who really want to stay at the village, there is also accommodation provided in the village – that is the Oriental Village Inn.

With the objective of providing a new concept in resort duty free shopping, the Oriental Village Langkawi allocates more than 30 outlets that offer variety of products of different brands. You can get your batik clothes, shirts, pants, accessories, souvenirs, perfumes, chocolates, and etc. from the various outlets. Each outlet has its own specialty. All the outlets at the Oriental Village Langkawi are built in various Asian styles housing shops, including the restaurants and the hotel (the Oriental Village Inn).

Located against a spectacular mountain backdrop of the Mount of Mat Chinchang (Gunung Mat Chinchang), The Oriental Village Langkawi is a very beautiful and a great place to visit. Everytime I visit Langkawi Island (Pulau Langkawi), I never miss the opportunity to go to The Oriental Village Langkawi. The fascinating and beautiful scenery at The Oriental Village Langkawi has attracted me so much…. The Oriental Village Langkawi - The place is not only recommended for the local and foreign tourists, but also recommended to the film or photography directors to make the Oriental Village Langkawi as their film or photography location or background….

Tuesday, June 13, 2006

Beautiful Coral Reef and Marine Life at Redang Island (Pulau Redang) Terengganu, Malaysia


Situated at the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia, Redang Island or Pulau Redang is one of the famous attractions not only in Terengganu or Malaysia, but also in the world. The crystal clear waters in Redang Island (Pulau Redang) together with its collection of beautiful coral reef and other marine life has made Redang Island (Pulau Redang) as the favourite destination for travelers around the world especially those who have interest in outdoors activities such as scuba diving, snorkeling, swimming, boating, canoeing and jungle trekking. Apart from the main island, that is Redang Island (Pulau Redang), there are several other islands such as Pulau Lang Tengah and Pulau Ekor, that offer the underwater excitement.

You can reach Redang Island (Pulau Redang) by speedboat from Merang Jetty, Terengganu. It takes about 45 minutes to reach Redang Island (Pulau Redang) from Merang Jetty. If you come from Kuala Lumpur, you can take a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu, then to Merang Jetty. Otherwise, you can drive from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu.

For accommodation, you can choose from the various packages that are available at Redang Island (Pulau Redang). Among the popular choices are Laguna Redang Island Resort and Coral Redang Island Resort at Pasir Panjang Beach and Berjaya Redang Beach and Spa Resort at Telok Dalam Beach. Others include Ayu Mayang Beach Resort, Redang Bay Resort, Redang Kalong Resort, and etc.

Normally, the packages offered will include breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus snorkeling and diving packages and boat transfer from Merang-Redang Island-Merang. For those who do not know how to dive, there are classes available at Redang Island (Pulau Redang). So, don’t worry,if you don’t know how to swim or dive…the professional instructors here may assist you.

Sunday, June 04, 2006

Bird Watching at Langkawi, Malaysia


Thinking of going for Bird Watching? You may consider Langkawi as your destination choice for Bird Watching. In Langkawi, there are two choices if you are interested to go for bird watching. You may choose to go for bird watching in an adventurous way or a more relaxed way…it’s your choice..your decision…whatever it is, both activities promises a wonderful experience…that will last forever…in your memory…trust me…

I haven’t got the opportunity to go for bird watching in an adventurous way…Of course due to some reasons…for example, due to time constraint...whereby every time I go to Langkawi, I only stay for 2-3 days…and there are so many places to visit….especially Kuah, my favourite place to go for shopping…Well, may be in my next visit to Langkawi, I’ll go for bird watching (the adventurous way)…I’m sure there’s so much fun and excitement. You will have the opportunity to feed the eagle, watch the various species of birds available around Langkawi, while enjoying the fresh air and nature….There are many travel packages that offer this bird watching activities. The fees ranges from RM120- RM2500, depends on the activities chosen….There are a half a day trip, day-trip and overnight trip. I’m still searching for the best price…as preparation for my next trip. When? Ermmm…it depends on my work schedules and budget…I’ll upload the picture for you…don’t worry…

But, these pictures (as shown in the blog) were taken from my last visit to Langkawi in 2004. The whole family decided to go to Langkawi by ferry. It was really a great time…And, while the ladies busy spending their money at Kuah, I’ll bring my nieces and nephew for a bird-watching at Langkawi Bird Paradise. It’s my first time visit the bird park. I can see the excitement of my nieces and nephews watching the colorful and beautiful birds of different species.

On more than 10,000 square meters, Langkawi Bird Paradise offers a home to various species of birds. The park is adapted to the birds’ natural habitat. Langkawi Bird Paradise is opened daily from 10 am until 6:00 pm.
For the tourists, you don’t have to worry about the weather…because Langkawi Bird Paradise provides a covered walkway to avoid any inconvenience. The walkway covers jungles, ponds and waterfall background as the natural habitats for the birds. Among the popular species are Hornbill, Eagle, Owl, etc. Sorry…I can’t remember their names….
If you feel thirsty or hungry in the middle of the tour, you may buy snacks or tits-bits….and at the end of the tour, you will be headed to the souveniur shops…Whatever it is, Langkawi Bird Paradise is a well worth place to visit. Don’t miss the opportunity to go there…These are among the shot taken from my visit to the Langkawi Bird Paradise. Enjoy watching…