Malaysian PM launches Langkawi’s new Chinese connection
Malaysia's Prime Minister, Najib Razak, has overseen the launch of AirAsia's new direct flight connecting Langkawi with mainland China.The low-cost carrier recently commenced the first…
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Langkawi in line for huge beachfront development
The landscape of Langkawi will change significantly in the coming years following the development a huge new tourism and residential complex.Earmarked for Cenang Beach, a popular…
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Hilton YantaiLocation: Within the Shimao Skyscraper, a 323-metre-high building in Yantai, overlooking the Bohai Strait in China's Shandong province
Grade: Upper-upscale
Keys: 252…
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AirAsia adds Malaysian domestic connectionWhere? Kuching to Langkawi (both Malaysia)
When? Four times a week, effective immediately
Who? AirAsia
Why? Low-cost carrier…
Asian air route updates from PAL, AirAsia, Hong Kong Airlines and more
Tianjin Airlines starts flying to VladivostokWhere? Tianjin (China) to Vladivostok, pictured (Russia)
When? Twice a week, effective immediately
Who? Tianjin Airlines
Why? Connecting…
Four Seasons entices families to Langkawi
Four Seasons is aiming to attract more families to the Malaysian island of Langkawi with the introduction of three new villas.Each of the Deluxe Family Beach Villas covers 226m² and…
Asian air route updates: AirAsia, Spring Airlines, Vistara and more
China Eastern expands operations in SapporoWhere? Nanjing (China) to Sapporo, pictured (Japan)
When? Twice a week, effective 26 March 2017
Who? China Eastern Airlines
Why? Another new…
Biggest upgrade planned for Datai Langkawi
The Datai Langkawi will embark on a major renovation next year.In September 2017, the luxury resort will start to undertake its biggest overhaul since it opened 23 years ago, and the…
Langkawi to impose tourist tax
Visitors to the Malaysian island of Langkawi will soon be forced to pay a new tourist tax.Malaysia's Bernama news agency reports that, effective 1 July 2016, the island's tourism…
St Regis makes Malaysian debut in Langkawi
Starwood has opened the St Regis Langkawi, marking the luxury brand's first ever property in Malaysia.The new resort, which is a joint venture between Rajawali Group and the Malaysian…
AirAsia adds flights from Malaysian hubs
AirAsia is planning to launch three new international routes from Kota Kinabalu, Langkawi and Penang later this month.The expansion will kick off on 22 January with the launch of…
Langkawi develops islands for eco-tourism
Langkawi is planning to open two outlying islands to visitors as a new eco-tourism destination.Located off the northwest coast of Peninsular Malaysia, the Langkawi archipelago…
AirAsia connects Langkawi with Guangzhou
The Malaysian resort island of Langkawi will be connected directly to the Chinese metropolis of Guangzhou next year.Commencing on 24 January 2016, AirAsia will launch four weekly…
Michel Roux host culinary events at The Datai Langkawi
Legendary French chef Michel Roux host a series of gastronomic events at The Datai Langkawi early next year.In his first trip to Malaysia, Roux will bring a taste of his three…
Langkawi becomes AirAsia’s latest international hub
Connectivity to the Malaysian island of Langkawi will get a boost in future, after AirAsia announced plans to set up a new international base at Langkawi Airport.AirAsia CEO Tony…
Etihad Holidays’, Tourism Malaysia launch joint promotion
Etihad Holidays and Tourism Malaysia have launched a joint promotion that offers packages to four key Malaysian destinations including Kuala Lumpur, Genting, Langkawi and Penang.
The…
