Langkawi Family Vacation Guide

Until the mid-1980s, Pulau Langkawi (usually referred to as just Langkawi) was a little-known slip of land in the 104-island Langkawi archipelago that dots the narrows where the Indian Ocean meets the fast-flowing waters of the Malacca Straits. In 1986, the Malaysian government gave the island, which is roughly the size of Singapore, duty-free status and invested heavily in its infrastructure and tourist facilities. The result is an island with sturdy roads, a new international airport, a range of visitor attractions, and a sprinkling of world-class resort hotels—making it perfect for families.Read More