2011 HotelClub Hotel Awards

Congratulation of Several Langkawi Hotel who won the award. The HotelClub Hotel Awards is a flagship programme that honours outstanding hotels from the most popular destinations around the world. The 2011 Singapore and Malaysia hotel award categories were uniquely tailored for specific local specialities like food and festivals. The hotel winners were selected based on genuine member reviews posted on www.hotelclub.com and through reviews by HotelClub's on-the-ground hotel experts. Source here

Below are the Hotels who won the awards.

Top Bar for Breathtaking Views
Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa Langkawi
Finalist

Coolest Pool to Beat the Heat
Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa
Winner

Most Indulgent Hotel
The Danna Langkawi Hotel
Finalist

Best Hotel for a Beach Getaway
Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi
Winner

Best Kept Secret Hotel
Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi
Finalist
The Andaman A Luxury Collection Resort Langkawi
Finalist

Best Place To Have Fun
Sheraton Langkawi Beach Resort
Finalist
Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa Langkawi
Finalist

Congratulations & keep it up..

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Blythe to race off-road in Langkawi

Another road racer to compete in MTB stage race

Road racer Adam Blythe (Omega Pharma Lotto) will be competing in the Langkawi International Mountain Bike Challenge (LIMBC) in late October. The sprinter is the latest roadie to sign up after Chris Froome (Sky).
The British-born Blythe, who this week is racing the Tour de Wallone-Picardie (Circuit Franco Belge) as defending champion, confirmed that he will join Vuelta a Espana runner-up Froome to test his mountain bike skills on the island of Langkawi.
Blythe, who turns 22 this week, has already spent two and a half seasons in the professional peloton and twice ridden some of cycling's greatest monuments, including the Giro d'Italia and both the Tour of Flanders and Paris Roubaix as right-hand man to fellow teammate and world number one Philippe Gilbert.
Despite having such an important supporting role, Blythe still managed to open his professional account in his first full season in 2010 with four wins and a fifth place in stage 3 of the Giro d'Italia. The promising youngster is now looking to add to that tally in the last remaining weeks of the season before heading to Malaysia for the LIMBC.

Full news here. 

AL :-

More & more stars coming to participate will participate in the Langkawi International Mountain Bike Challenge. LIMBC. Kudos to LIMBC. May this event be a successful ones. 

  

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Geocaching Sites In Langkawi

I've found an interesting hobby that existed. Its geocaching. In wikipedia it says :-


SOURCE WIKIPEDIA


Geocaching is an outdoor sporting activity in which the participants use a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver or mobile device^[2] and other navigational techniques to hide and seek containers, called "geocaches" or "caches", anywhere in the world.
A typical cache is a small waterproof container containing a logbook where the geocacher enters the date they found it and signs it with their established code name. Larger containers such as plastic storage containers (tupperware or similar) or ammunition boxes can also contain items for trading, usually toys or trinkets of little value. Geocaching is often described as a "game of high-tech hide and seek", sharing many aspects with benchmarking, trigpointing, orienteering, treasure-hunting, letterboxing, and waymarking.
Geocaches are currently placed in over 100 countries around the world and on all seven continents, including Antarctica.^[3] After 10 years of activity there are over 1,532,000 active geocaches published on various websites. There are over 5 million geocachers worldwide.

FAQ about Geocaching.
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Geocaching is a real-world outdoor treasure hunting game. Players try to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, using GPS-enabled devices and then share their experiences online. Geocaching are more concentrating on geological sites around the world.

In Langkawi at the moment there's already several Geocache sites such in Langkawi such as :-

1. Gunung Raya 

2. Kuari Sungai Itau 

3. Pinakel Kubang Baduk

4. Pantai Pasir Tengkorak 

5. Air Terjun Temurun

6. Seven Wells

7. Gua Kelawar

8. Tanjung Burau
    
Its an interesting activity but you need to have a GPS to play. Well to be part of the geochaching please log in here. If you're a geocaching member i'll give you a site which you may register in your geochaching. Please find a place called Black Sand Beach or Pantai Pasir Hitam. Its sand are mixed with natural minerals such as Zircon, etc2. ( which makes the sand black (mix of black & typical sand color).

This should be a site you can register as a Geocache site.  Pictures of Black Sand Beach or Pantai Pasir Hitam here.

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Part 48 – Four Seasons Resort Langkawi: A Luxurious Paradise and a Vacation Destination of a Lifetime!

‘Wow, I would love to stay here!’ I can vividly remember saying this phrase when I had the chance to inspect one of the 16 beach villas (plus 4 Family Beach Villas) in the majestic hideaway of Langkawi.  It was May of last year when I did a site visit at Four Seasons Resort in Langkawi. The place fits exactly like a beautiful post card picture come to life.

In this article I am very pleased to feature Fours Seasons Resort Langkawi, proud full sponsor of my recent indulgent escape.  For more information about the resort, visit http://www.fourseasons.com/langkawi
On Sunday, I arrived in Langkawi from Penang via a comfortable 4-hour ferry ride.  The Four Seasons Resort Langkawi pride themselves on personal care and unrivalled service, which instantly shined from the moment I was picked up via the resort’s private car. Travel time from Penang Ferry Terminal to the resort is approximately 25 minutes.

The first thing that caught my attention upon arrival at the resort was the Greeting Pavillion which is set in a tropical lush landscape and in the midst of a reflective pond, creating a serene ambience. I was welcomed and escorted by the Sales Staff, who offered me refreshment while I was checking in.  A few moments later, I was met and greeted by Philippe Larrieu, the Resort Manager. 
Within 10 minutes, an electric cart picked me up and brought me to the comfort of my upgraded beach villa. I was really amazed on the room assigned to me. “Wow” was the first word uttered. It was an instant rebirth of a memory of absolute luxury facing the splendid beachside and overlooking the azure sea.  The 220m2 size beach villa proudly offers a massive living area in its luxuriously presented tropical decor. I also noticed the  ‘welcome bowl of fresh fruits’ on the living centre table. Each room of the villa offers an alluring view of the beachfront or the lush surrounds.

More here..

AL :-

Interesting article of Langkawi Four Seasons Hotel at Tanjung Rhu. 

Look at the video to.. Very interesting..  

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Jobs in Langkawi / Kerja Kosong di Langkawi October 2011

For those who is looking for jobs in Langkawi there're a lot of openings in Langkawi especially related to tourism industry.

Please check jobstreet.com here.. Link to Langkawi Jobs.
Among the job listed there are :-
- General Manager - Eden Inc
- Asst Manager & Marketing - Berjaya
- Kitchen Helper, Chambermaid etc- Hotel Langkasuka
- Front office Manafer - Sri Chenang Resort
- Receptionist etc - Four Point Sheraton
- Brookstock Tech - Aquagrow
- Waiter, therapist - Langkawi Resort
- Tour Officer - Natural History Sdn. Bhd. (Junglewala)

Any many more from Bon Ton, Asenia, Kuari etc2.


Try to apply & make sure ready for the interview.
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Berikut list diatas adalah senarai kerja-kerja kosong utk bulan Februari ke March. Kepada warga Langkawi yg mencari pekerjaan bolehlah cuba nasib masing-masing utk memintak jawatan yg ada.

Untuk mencari di website JobsMalaysia.gov.my.
Caranya begini.

Click 'Hantar'

Byk senarai akan keluar.. Pilihlah mana2 yg sesuai.

Setakat ni di JobsMalaysia.gov.my terdapat byk kekosongan di Langkawi. Selamat mencuba..


For all employers if you wish to find staff please email me with a short brief of jobs. I'll post it out FOC.
Kepada pada majikan jika anda mahu mencari pekerja sila hantar email ke saya tentang ciri-ciri pekerja yg dicari beserta maklumat yg dikehendaki.

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Froom to Ride In Langkawi

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 22, 2011 – Chris Froome, Britain’s new cycling sensation who finished runners-up in the recent Vuelta, the Tour of Spain, will saddle up for the Langkawi International Mountainbike Challenge 2011 next month.
Currently competing with the British team in the World Championship in Copenhagen, Froome is looking forward to swapping his road bike for some off-road action on the legendary island of Langkawi on Oct 17-23.
The 26-year old said: “I actually started cycling through mountain biking, so it’ll be a nice change to switch away from the road bike for a bit and go back to my roots at the Langkawi International Mountain Bike Challenge.

“I believe Langkawi is a paradise for training, so I plan to ride an event or two and then spend some time enjoying a few outdoor activities, exploring a few places and taking in the scenery on my bike.”

Froome’s attendance is seen as a further boost to the Langkawi event which, into its second year, is already attracting considerable international interest from the mountain bike community.
Race organiser and Human Voyage CEO, Datuk Malik Mydin, said: “We are naturally delighted to have a rider of Chris’s stature come to Langkawi and participate in our event. I’m sure the other riders will relish the rare opportunity to meet him and ride alongside a true international star of cycling.
“The island of Langkawi provides him the perfect place to ride, relax and enjoy himself after his recent remarkable results and I’m sure his attendance will attract more world class athletes in the years to come. Above all his presence in the jamboree event will allow riders from all social strata to ride beside him. That opportunity does not come often,” said Malik.
Froome’s epic battle in the recent Vuelta a Espana with eventual winner Juan Jose Cobo had cycling fans around the world on the edge of their seats.

Full news here..

AL :-

Great to hear even Froom will be coming to Malaysia. For those who already sign up! You'll be riding with a star.. 

Out to Sea @ Berjaya Langkawi Resort Malaysia!

Staying at the Berjaya Langkawi Resort in Malaysia is a great way to spend a relaxing beach holiday with your loved ones and friends!

In August 2011, my wife and I spent three fun-filled days and luxurious nights at the popular Berjaya Langkawi Resort in Malaysia.

But we didn’t restrict ourselves to just the resort’s private beach and its facilities.

Full article here.. from Uncle Jay

AL : 

Nice captured picture.

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'Trepang' breeding project in Langkawi

LANGKAWI: The Fisheries Department is breeding trepang, a species of sea cucumber (gamat), via a research and development project in the waters of Langkawi.
Deputy Agriculture and Agro-based Industry Minister Datuk Mohd Johari Baharum said it was to diversify the species of sea cucumber bred at Teluk Yu, Ayer Hangat here.

"Trepang has many other benefits and comes in the form of gamat oil. It is used in producing cosmetics and food," he said at a Merdeka Raya celebration with fishermen at Pasir Hitam here.

A flotilla of 80 fishing boats hoisted the Jalur Gemilang in a procession from Pasir Hitam to Teluk Yu.
Johari also released 40 trepang in the breeding area at Teluk Yu.

Increasing demand for trepang had pushed the price to as high as between RM150 to RM350 per kg.

"We have identified areas in Kuala Temoyong and Pulau Tuba for expansion of the project and we also plan to increase fish breeding grounds."

Johari said the Fisheries Department was considering building a jetty at Pasir Hitam for the benefit of more than 150 fishermen. -- Bernama

Read more: 'Trepang' breeding project in Langkawi http://www.nst.com.my/nst/articles/34bred/Article/#ixzz1Z4rluRh8

AL :

Trepang @ bronok sama ka?

Overview of Langkawi from above.

 

Picture of the day. Overview of Langkawi from above. Clearly can see the wave breaker at Pantai Chenang. Also Telaga Harbour Port & its two wave breaker Island. Also on the right Burau Bay Resort. Picture was taken from Cable Car.

Thanks to Nicotine for sharing. More from him here.

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Nantikan kedatangan LIMA 2011.

Gambar ditangkap oleh Arifuddin Rahmad.

Gambar RSAF Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcon dari Singapore sewaktu persembahan LIMA 2009.
Pemandangan seperti & bunyi bising kapal terbang akan menerjah masuk ke halwa telinga masing-masing sepanjang LIMA 2011 berlansung. Lihat disini utk lebih jelas.

Dikatakan beberapa pengusaha kapal terbang tempur antarabangsa akan datang utk membuat promosi masing-masing sepanjang LIMA 2011 bagi melobi utk menggantikan pesawat MIG-29 TUDM.

Satu saja soalan yg mahu ditanya kepada mereka yg berniat utk mengunjung LIMA 2011. Adakah tempat tinggal telah ditempah?? Kalau belum.. Maka saya cuma boleh ucapkan 'good luck'.

Email kepada saya utk berkongsi cerita menarik di Langkawi @ berminat utk meletakkan iklan.

Arifuffin Rahmad juga menyediakan pakej photography kepada pengantin & acara-acara rasmi @ tidak rasmi. Sila layari website beliau di http://www.monarastudio.com/ .. 
 

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Stunning Lubuk Semilang Waterfall

Lubuk Semilang Waterfall

Picture of the day. Never seen such a beauty taken of Lubuk Semilang waterfall. Such amazing. I'm stunned. Well this waterfall quite not famous compared to Telaga Tujuh or Temurun. However, this place gives opportunity for you to explore the surrounding forest. 

Comment by Him 

Hi anaklangkawi
What a big honor for me.Thank you for your offer.
I giving you permission to use my picture in my flickr but with my name as a copyrighted image on your blog.
I also sell pictures to anyone interested. Btw, I'm real Langkawi citizen. Just got few weeks free here to photograph more at Langkawi Island for my Landscape Portfolio.For link to my Flickr acc,I'm very agree with it.
Thank you again for dropping by and also for the offer.I really appreciate that.
Regards
Arifuddin Rahmad


There's a lot of amazing pictures taken by him here. If you wish to use it in your magazine, pamplet, banner etc2.. Do contact him ok... Thanks mate for sharing.. Amazing picture of the lubuk semilang waterfall mate.

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Middle of the sea on a Yacht

Picture of the day. Combination of great colours. Sure quite hard to take since its a moving boat/ yacht.

Thanks for sharing mate. More from him here. 

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Group holds protest over revoking of Langkawi ferry discount

LANGKAWI: About 30 Umno, PAS and PKR representatives held a joint protest Tuesday against the sudden decision by the ferry consortium here to revoke the RM3 discount for Langkawi folk on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
They claimed the discount for both the Kuala Kedah and Kuala Perlis routes was revoked from last Friday, without any prior notice or an announcement on the decision.

They claimed the consortium, , had issued a new directive that the discount, introduced in 2004, would only be given to them from Ferry Services Consortium on Monday to Thursday.
The group held a peaceful demonstration at the jetty terminal parking area, demanding the discount be returned to the locals, before submitting a memorandum to a consortium representative.
"The locals were given RM3 discounts for ferry fares on the KuahKuala Kedah and KuahKuala Perlis routes after showing their identification card at the counter when they buy the tickets," said Langkawi Umno Youth chief Nor Saidi Nayan.
Without the discount, he said the islanders have to pay the normal price of RM23 for adult and RM17 for children for the Kuala Kedah route and RM18 for adult and RM13 for children for the Kuala Perlis route.
Nor Saidi said the ferry consortium should consider the effect on the locals who depend on the ferry services to go to mainland for official and family businesses.

Langkawi PAS chief Zubir Ahmad urged the Transport Ministry to intervene in the matter as it involve the welfare of the local people.
Consortium spokesman Ng Eng Soon when met said the discount for Langkawi people was given since 2004 out of goodwill.
"We are not permanently revoking the discount as we hope that we could urge the Federal Government to give us fuel subsidy. We are now paying the industrial price for fuel," he said.

AL:-

I applause the joint effort of all political parties with regards to the protest. Its fair to give RM 3.00 discount to the folks of Langkawi. Its consider part of Corporate Social Responsibility. By asking government for fuel subsidy does not justify the revoking of the discount. Not only that the government has done so much to promote Langkawi which as well boost the sales of ticket ferry. Perhaps Langkawi Ferry Services should re-check their own services before asking for subsidy. Much comment with regards to safety & services of their staff . 


Please consider the well being of Langkawi folks which need to travel to the Island nearly everyday or every week.

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Langkawi Code of Conduct Launched by MNS

Islanders chart the way forward for a greener Langkawi – Code of Conduct  Launched

The Malaysian Nature Society (MNS) today launched the Langkawi Code of Conduct, in conjunction with its 64^th Annual General Meeting in Langkawi, Kedah.  The event was graced by Yang Berhormat Mohd Rawi Abdul Hamid, ADUN Air Hangat Langkawi at the Frangipani Resort, Langkawi. The Langkawi Code of Conduct is a set of guidelines and principles to work towards the sustainability of Langkawi’s environment and sustainable ecotourism.

Printed in both Bahasa Malaysia and English, this pamphlet was one of the milestones achieved and funded by a GEF/Small Grants Program (SGP) project entitled ”Conservation of Biodiversity in Langkawi Through Sustainable Eco –Tourism”. Beginning in October 2008, the Code was formulated through a series of awareness programs and stakeholder workshops organised by the MNS and LADA.

Speaking at a simple ceremony in Langkawi, MNS President, Prof. Dr Maketab Mohamed commented, ”Since our Scientific & Heritage Expedition in Langkawi in 2002,   MNS has always and continues to be proactive in promoting awareness and conservation of Langkawi’s natural heritage. We will continue to be active in this as we are concerned with regards to many issues especially on-going land-clearing activities that have now fragmented the forests of Langkawi. Fragmented forests in this case will cause a chain reaction and ultimately lead to the loss of unique flora and fauna of the area.”    

He also added that they will meet with local authorities to discuss the full implementation of the Langkawi Code of Conduct and appealed to all stakeholders to lend support to all activities and stressed that sustainable development in the form of sound environmental practices, respect for nature’s gifts and the integration of scientific and local knowledge will ensure that Langkawi continue to offer something unique and sustainable through the ages.

The launch was attended by MNS members, local government agencies, and key tourism industry players.

AL :-

Its about time this thing come out. But.. Its just a code of Conduct. Will the participant & locals of Langkawi follow it? More explanation & awareness need to be made to promote this. All of Langkawi folks, bloggers, papers, & tourism, pages etc2 need to take part..

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