Yoga Now in Langkawi

Shirley, 29 September 2009

Yoga with Marc & Meng Foong
Pantai Cenang now has its own yoga centre called Yoga Now. It is run by Marc and Meng Foong - an Irish and Malaysian couple who have already been teaching yoga in Malaysia and overseas for many years. They recently moved their yoga centre in Kuala Lumpur to Langkawi, tempted by the peaceful environment, the fresh clean air and the beautiful nature.

They teach daily morning and afternoon classes in their new centre, situated in a beautiful traditional Malay wooden house ten minutes walk from the beach in Pantai Cenang. They also run yoga retreats for those who are interested in taking the practice of yoga a little further.
Drop in classes are RM50, a 5 Class Pass is RM225 and a 10 Class Pass is RM400. All classes are 2 hours long. Local residents are entitled to a 20% discount on all these prices. Free water refill (1.5 litres) is also available when you attend class.
For more details about Yoga Now, their classes and retreats, and plenty more information on yoga, you can visit their website

http://www.yoganowmalaysia.com/

Yoga Teachers

Lai Meng Foong

....first came in contact with Yoga as a child and much later was blessed with the chance to study Yoga in India under different teachers. Former Malaysian National Sports Aerobics Champion, Meng Foong has more than twenty years experience in practising Yoga and teaching bodywork. Today, retired from aerobics, her focus is purely on teaching Yoga.
Meng Foong speaks Mandarin, Cantonese, Malay, English, a little Hindi and French.
Marc de Faoite

.....is originally from Ireland, but has spent the last twenty years living overseas. He has practised Yoga for more than twelve years and spent more than a year and a half in India studying Yoga, Sanskrit, Meditation and other techniques including Watsu and Reiki under a variety of different teachers. He has taught yoga in France, Ireland, India and presently Malaysia. He believes in sharing his experience and enthusiasm for Yoga.
Marc speaks English, French, Dutch and Spanish and is presently making slow, but steady progress in Mandarin, Cantonese, Malay and Tamil.
Co-founders of Yoga Now, Meng Foong and Marc first met in an ashram in India in 2005 while studying yoga. A year later they ran into each other again in the same place. Then Marc moved to Malaysia in 2007 to be with Meng Foong. Now they are married and teach yoga together. In 2009 they moved their yoga studio from Kuala Lumpur to Langkawi. They are both vipassana meditation practitioners.

by : Shirley, 29 September 2009 - langkawi-gazette

http://www.yoganowmalaysia.com/

Langkawi International Fishing Tournament - Tukun Perak Challenge 2009 (LIFT 2009)

Date : 12 - 15 November

A most challenging event held in the deep blue waters off the enchanting and mysterious Tukun Perak Island , southwest of Langkawi . Avid anglers compete for three days two nights in the open sea ,braving all the harsh natural elements in a bid to haul the prized catch that wins the days !

HEAVIEST CATCH (TEAM) ;

1st - Sultan Abdul Halim Challenge Trophy + RM10000

2nd - RM7000

3rd - RM5000

4th-10th - RM1000

HEAVIEST CATCH (INDIVIDUAL) :

1st - RM5000

2nd - RM3000

3rd - RM2000

BEST BOATMAN :

3 x RM500

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Registration fee at RM4200 per boat @ 6 persons inclusive of food ,live bait,insurance ,t-shirts,fuel and dinner (Prize Giving Ceremony)

For event program ..please contact ;

Langkawi Tourism Action Council - Langkawi

Tel : 604-9698080

Fax : 604-9698081

Email : info@tourismmlangkawi.gov.my

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www.langkawipages.com

www.malaysiahotels-accomodations.com

Malaysia's First Submarine is Now in the Strait of Malacca

Shirley, 3 September 2009 / Source: Bernama

Guess what is coming our way?
"KD Tunku Abdul Rahman" (KD TAR), Malaysia's first Scorpene submarine is now in the Malacca Strait and sailing towards Port Klang for the official welcoming ceremony today.

Scorpene is a conventional combat submarine, equipped with six torpedo tubes where guided missiles can be launched simultaneously. It can reach a speed up to 20 knots, has anti-aircraft missiles and anti-submarine torpedoes. It can submerge to a depth of up to 200m.
In 2002, two Scorpene-class submarines were purchased by Malaysia at the cost of RM3.4 billion. They were jointly designed and built by the French firm DCNS and Spain's Navantia. Both submarines are named after the country's first and second prime ministers.
The KD TAR is captained by Commander Zulhelmy Ithnain and along with him are 35 crew. The submarine will be displayed at the Langkawi International Maritime And Aerospace Exhibition 2009 (LIMA '09) on 1-5 December.

"KD Tun Razak", the country's second submarine will be commissioned in October 2009 and is expected to head home in January 2010 and to reach Malaysia two months later.

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Malaysian Business Expo During LIMA 2009


The Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition ( LIMA)this year won’t just be for exhibitors from the marine and aerospace industries alone . The host of LIMA 2009 , Mahsuri International Exhibition & Convention Centre (MIEC) ,will be simultaneously running an expo strictly for Malaysians companies to promote Malaysian-made Products and services .
MIEC is currently planning nightly public concerts featuring pop acts and culture shows from the mainland to draw the crowds.
Interested : ..RM5000 will get your company a 20 X 20 foot tent plus many other amenities.

Detail ;

Date : 26 november – 10 Disember 2009 ( 15 days )
Location : Front Mahsuri International Exhibition & Convention Centre
Time : 10am until 10pm
Last date to apply : 1 oct 2009



Want to join…?
Call : 013-4894418 (Hamidi) / 0174524232 (Rosli) / 012-5657255 (Saiful)
Fax : 04-9559225

Langkawi accomodation - langkawi Lagoon Resort

Welcome to Langkawi Lagoon Resort Langkawi, the latest five-star jewel of Langkawi, conveniently located just 3km or approximately 5 minutes drive from the Langkawi International Airport and Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre, offers remarkable views of the ocean and the rolling hills nearby.The Resort features two types of accommodations, Beach Front Hotel Suites and Sea Village.

click here
.Beach Front Hotel Suites consist of 86 units of sea and hill view rooms/suites. Spacious rooms ranging from 36 sqm to 63 sqm with full room amenities, chaise loungue (pangkin) and kitchenette facilities are available.
Langkawi Lagoon Resort

Langkawi Lagoon Resort
The 76 units of our Sea Village are built on stilts with typical Malay Architectural Design consist of Studio Suites, Family Sea Duplex and a Presidential Suite. Each unit comes with private balcony, kitchenette facilities and full room amenities. They are built within a sanctuary of calm waters protected from the open sea by a breakwater.
The Resort offers luxurious facilities such as beachfront swimming pool with jacuzzi and sunken bar, gymnasium, sauna and steam rooms, meeting and function rooms, Guest Service Centre and a Embun Spa.Full range of land and sea activities can be arranged for all guests.
For your dining and entertainment, the resort offers a choice of meal selections from local and international cuisines and beverages at the Anjung Brasserie, Rajawali Seafood Restaurant (specialty restaurant) and Mentari Lounge.
There is always a little something for everyone to take home as a souvenir from our duty free gift corner.
All in all, this premier international resort offers a serene environment and a totally different holiday experience.

Langkawi Lagoon Resort

Good News for the Langkawi Tourism Industry !

Mark, July 31 July 2009 / Bernama Business

Updated: Shirley, 3 August 2009 / Bernama

This Sunday - the First Tiger Airways Jet flew direct from Singapore to Langkawi
After AirAsia, Silk Air (Singapore) and Malaysia Airlines, Tiger Airways is now the 4th airline flying directly from Singapore to Langkawi.“The Airline will be using the Airbus A320 with capacity for 180 passengers and the flights are scheduled four times weekly, on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.”

Besides that, Kedah Tourism Action Council chairman Datuk Othman Aziz said: "Jetstar is scheduled to operate flights between Singapore and Langkawi in October."
The Jetstar Group consists wholly owned Qantas subsidiaries operating from Australia and New Zealand.

Four Season Island Resort - Langkawi Island

An archipelago of 99 islands in the Andaman Sea, Langkawi is a tropical paradise of lush foliage and dramatic cliffs. Set on Tanjung Rhu, one of the island's best beaches, Four Seasons Langkawi combines indigenous architecture with gracious service in a resort experience unmatched in Malaysia.

See Four Season Video

All 91 guest pavilions and villas offer the soothing sounds of the Andaman Sea and sensational views of sunsets beyond the beach. The generously sized guest accommodations are a fusion of traditional Malaysian design elements and contemporary resort features, with timber floors, soaring ceilings and large open verandas.

Inspired by the traditions of indigenous artisans, the decor reflects the vibrancy of the natural environment. Some villas and all lower-level pavilions include secluded outdoor bathing and showers that evoke the feeling of a gentle tropical rainfall.

Four Seasons Langkawi restaurant, Serai, which means “lemongrass” in Malay, celebrates the sun-drenched flavours of southern Italy and the Mediterranean. The creative menu features light, classic Italian specialties, using the freshest ingredients delicately balanced with aromatic herbs and spices.
The design of the restaurant, accentuated with stone and timber, perfectly complements the beautiful backdrop of lush greenery and emerald waters of the Andaman Sea. An open-air buffet and breakfast area seats up to 48 guests, while a separate dinner area on a higher floor features a 24-seat indoor dining room and an adjacent patio which seats 60.
Four Seasons Langkawi redefines the spa experience, providing total escapism that paradoxically encourages healing to arise from deep within the self. Four Seasons Langkawi nurturing and personal care ensure a renewing experience that honours ancient Eastern traditions, while celebrating modern Western sophistication.

Room Facilities
Bathroom with Shower
Satellite Television
Direct Dial Telephone
Hair Dryer
Voice Mail
Writing Desk
Down Pillows
In-Room Safe
CD/DVD Players
Tea/Coffee Maker
Iron and Ironing Board
Fax Machines Available
Cotton Yukatas (Robes)
Refrigerated Private Bar
Sitting Area with a Chaise Longue
Twice-Daily Housekeeping Service
100% Cotton Oversized Bath Towels
High-Speed e-mail and Internet Access

Hotel Facilities
Concierge
Valet Parking
On-Site Car Rental
Babysitting Services
Non-Smoking Rooms
Currency Exchange Services
In-House Medical Assistance
Same-Day Laundry/Dry-Cleaning

Dining & Entertainment

In-Room Dining
Rhu Bar Lounges
Serai Restaurants

Sports & Leisure
Spa
Pool
Tennis
Yoga at Spa
Fitness Facilities
Children's Amenities

Meeting Facilities
Meeting Rooms
Secretarial Services
Translation Services
24-Hour Business Services

Check-in time 1500hrs
Check-out time 1200hrs

Ratings : Five Stars

Four Seasons Langkawi

Urgent Blood Donation Drive On August 15 - Langkawi Fair Complex

Volunteers from ANSARA ,the alumni of prestigious science college Maktab Rendah Sains Mara (MRSM) , are running their annual nation-wide , pre-Ramadan blood donation drive on Saturday August 15th at Langkawi Fair .

They need as many people as possible to donate as there is a severe blood shortage during Ramadan ( due to Muslims being unable to donate blood while fasting ) . The problem og blood shortage during Ramadan in Malaysia is compounded by the fact that accident rates shoot up during the "balik kampung" season before Hari Raya .Donated blood as shelflife of 42 days , so it is crucial that as much blood as possible is collected before Ramadan begins .

For futher information ,call ;

Puan Zuraida : 04-9698103

or

017-5600384

Golf at Langkawi Island

Datai Bay Golf Course

Nestled between the northern foothills of Gunung Machincang and Datai Bay, the 6,000m long course is made up of fairways of Bermuda grass and greens of tifdwarf grass. The course undulates in all directions and a lost ball is probably….lost. You will see monkeys in the trees and hornbills in the air so it’s a bit of an eco experience as well. It is a 30-minute taxi ride from Pantai Cenang to the course. Uniquely, this course has a 19th hole that is not a bar! To finish you will need to clear 160m stretch over the sea, a rocky shore and a bunker. The club house is well serviced with a pro shop, restaurant and full buggy facility.

Datai Bay Golf Club sales@dataigolf.com

Gunung Raya Golf Course

As the name suggests, the club lies in the foothills of Mount Raya. It is the most popular course on the island, being less expensive than the Datai and easier to play. The 6,377m course is turf with Zoysia Matrella grass ending with superb greens of Tifdwarf Bermuda. You will see an abundance of wildlife on your way around this stunning setting of mountains and mangroves. The first nine holes are deceptively forgiving lulling you into a false sense of security before you reach the 13th, 14th and 15th where the trees, lakes and bunkers are ball magnets. Facilities include an open driving range and pro shop, club house, café and changing rooms. Buggies are essential and these are plentiful.

Gunung Raya Golf Club reservation@goldgr.com.my

99 Degrees East Golf Course

Langkawi may soon host international golf events with the development of two 18 whole world class golf courses. The plan is a part of a RM2.8 Billion township, resorts and golf club located in Ulu Melaka near Kuah.The first nine holes should be playable by June 2009 and the following 9 holes by January 2010.

99 Degrees Golf Club enquiries@99degrees.com

See Video info about Langkawi Geopark by LADA

Langkawi Taxi Service

Langkawi has a broad channel of network that is well connected. There is a wide range of transport available including taxis, buses, coaches, ferries and so on. The availability of transport depends on convenience and affordability.

Two very good ways to get around the island of Langkawi are taxis and rental cars. Both have their own distinct advantages.Taxis are the best and most convenient form of public transportation available. Most of the time (aside from early mornings and late nights) rides do not need to be pre-arranged. There are many taxis making regular loops around tourist destinations, whose drivers are eager to make money.

Langkawi taxi service - can transfer you from jetty to you hotels , from airport to your hotels .Where you want to go at Langkawi island - you can use taxi . You can take package from them to round this island . They charge with cheapest price .Types of Taxis- There are various types of taxis in Langkawi including the Premier Taxi and the Budget Taxi.

Langkawi taxi service - website

http://www.langkawitaxiservice.com

Tanjung Rhu Hotel Langkawi

5 Star hotel at Langkawi island

Tanjung Rhu is in northern Langkawi, a short drive north of Padang Lalang town and its nearby black sand beach. Sheltered Tanjung Rhu Beach is lined with casuarina trees and has shallow water. The nearby offshore islands can be reached by foot from the beach during low tide only.

Tanjung Rhu Resort Overview
A private paradise that offers total opulence and tranquility amidst the rugged natural setting unique to Tanjung Rhu. Tanjung Rhu (tan-joong-roo) - a scenic and untouched enclave nestled in the shade of luxuriant casuarina trees. Here lies the Tanjung Rhu Resort - a deluxe resort fringing the long, magnificent bay that leads to the clear, cool waters of the Andaman Sea.


Tanjung Rhu located on the northern tip of Langkawi - close to the Thai border. The Tanjung Rhu Resort is the only resort on this part of the island - ensuring its exclusivity and the privacy of its guests.

Guests at Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi will enjoy its convenient location, 30 minutes from the airport and only 28 km (17 miles) away from the central city.

The hotel offers a wide range of modern amenities and services in its 136 guestrooms and throughout the property. Featured in each room, among other amenities, are money exchange, wake up call, facilities for the disabled, a/v equipment, airport shuttle service, medical service, mail service. The hotel boasts baby crib, hair dryer, clock radio, bathrobes, tv, bathroom phone, a/c, ironing board as part of its superior facilities and services. Guests seeking exercise or leisure will be pleased to find aerial sightseeing, fishing, pool table, snooker table, on-site golf course, boating at the hotel. Guests will find this service-oriented hotel with superb facilities and amenities provides excellent value.

Facilities
Facilities & Services at Tanjung Rhu Resort
Internet Centr3

Our Internet Centre will ensure that you are always connected to the world. Enjoy private surfing and emailing sessions amidst our tropical lush garden.
Airport Transport

Guests can choose to be picked up at an additional charge from the Langkawi International Airport - 30 minutes away by car from the Tanjung Rhu Resort. Hotel's transportation available are either the chauffeured Daimler limousine, or coaster (shuttle van).
Self-Drive

If you're feeling adventurous, and want to discover Langkawi on your own, do so in style with our convertible Rovers. Of course, a valid international driving licence is a must.

Shuttle Service to Town

The distance between the Tanjung Rhu Resort and Langkawi's town centre Kuah, is 28 km. By car, this journey will take about 30 minutes. This shuttle service is available to guests at scheduled times daily at a minimal charge.
Business Service

They provide a full range of office and secretarial support.
Laundry & Dry CleaningLaundry and dry cleaning services are available round-the-clock.
Baby Sitting

Baby sitting services are available, with prior arrangement for children up to the age of 12. Our baby sitters are resort employees and are trained and approved to provide this service by the resort management.

welcome to Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi

LIMA '09 Will Team Up With The Homestay Programme & Island Festival
Shirley, 3 June 2009, Sources: Bernama, The New Straits Times and websites mentioned below

Why ?
This year's Langkawi International Maritime & Aerospace (LIMA '09) Exhibition will be held in Langkawi from Dec 1 to 5. This yearly exhibition will work together with The Homestay Programme & Island Festival. Tourism Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ng Yen Yen said that the aim was to attract local tourists to experience village life via the programme, and help villagers to earn some money at the same time.

The Homestay Programme is a programme that allows the tourists to experience life in a traditional Malay village, where guests will stay with their host families. Besides the popular homestays in Kampung Pulau Tuba, Kampung Sungai Itau and Kampung Bukit Tangga, some of the other residents of Langkawi agreed to participate in this programme after the discussion with the ministry.
"Most local tourists don't get the chance to see the exhibition due to limitations and high costs of accommodation, so with this programme they can not only enjoy the exhibition, but learn our local culture." said the Tourism Minister.
She also said that they will work with the Tourism Action Councils to present the culture of each state at the exhibition in a festival known as the Island Festival.
Moreover, daily night markets will be held at several locations in Langkawi. Shuttle bus services will be provided for a minimum charge of RM1 to solve transportation problem.
Meanwhile, the Defence Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said that there will be a first-time display of a B-52 bomber from the United States Air Force (USAF), which will be among the major attractions for visitors to the LIMA '09 Exhibition. He claimed that this was the first time Boeing aircraft being brought by the USAF to LIMA in Langkawi.
Ahmid Zahid said that it would also be the first time that an aerobatic team from Indian, Sarang and Surya Kiran, who would be the pilots of a helicopter and a light aircraft, would take part in LIMA '09.
"We are proud to showcase out latest acquisition, the KD Tunku Abdul Rahman (submarine), and the Alenia Aermacchi MB-339 CM jet trainer. A total of 94 aircraft and 80 ships are expected at LIMA '09."

Related Articles and Websites:

Homestay, Island Festival To Be Part of Attraction For LIMA '09 LIMA 2009: This year's edition to double up as military & tourism event B-53 Bombers To Attract Visitors To LIMA 2009 Langkawi Homestay: Go Local!

Website of LIMA 2009:

http://www.lima2009.com.my/factsheet.php

By..Langkawi gazette

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Langkawi: "If you are living here . . .
Mark, updated: 23 June 2009
. . . YOU are responsible for this Island." (Prof. d’Abrera)

This is a very uncomfortable truth and there are many justifications why ‘we can not do anything’ about the real or perceived absuse of the environment on this Island. "What can an individual do? Isn’t it the big money that rules the destiny of this Island? If I say something, I will have difficulties." Now there is something, that you CAN do -
and that is safe to do, even for Expats living here (who indeed should behave like the guests they are): You can become a Member of the Malaysian Nature Society.

In this way you can express your stand and give your support to the right side. Do you want more shopping centers on Langkawi and Skyscrapers in Tanjung Rhu ? No? Ok, join the people who have the science, the experience, the connections and the trust of the Government. Join a Malaysian organization who has the same goal as you and works on educating people.
Help them to find and initiate new, practical, viable solutions. Like putting up an "Institute of Natural History" on Langkawi, which will act as a Museum and a Center for Scientists who will be working here. It will generate income without having negative side effects.
The Nature of Langkawi is still in pretty good shape. But time might come, when it will be important to have a strong voice with many followers on this Island to put some weight on the right side of the balance.
These times might come earlier than we think.
Here is how you can become a Member :The easiest way is to go and make a visit to
Ms. Fadzillah Binti Mansor
the Program Coordinator of the new Langkawi Branch of the MNS in the Frangipani Hotel.
Please give her a call before you go: 04 955 8599

The ordinary Membership for one year is RM 70.00 / RM 100.00 (depending on which magazines you want to receive).

by langkawi gazette

Langkawi has only two more years . . .

Mark 18 June 2009 / Pictures: Shirley
We need a Langkawi Institute of Natural History !
In his hugely interesting, very motivated speech at a LADA auditorium, before about 60 people attending,

Prof. Bernard d'Abrera, explained, that the equilibrium between nature and habitat, the point between the ecological use of this island and it’s misuse, has now been reached.
If Langkawi continues to go along the same path it has taken in the last years, in regard to forest clearing for buildings and roads, we will have a considerably big impact in the direction of the destruction of the nature of the whole Island within the next two years, which will NOT be reversible.
This sounds like an alarming statement out of the blue. Why? What’s going on?
To understand this we have to consider two facts:
No 1: The Rain Forest creates it’s own weather
Each big tree of the Rain Forest sucks out tons of waters out of the ground daily, transports it into his leaves and transpires it through the non-shiny underside of his leaves into the air.
This humidity in the air condenses to clouds and comes down as rain. That’s why Langkawi has so much, and so predictable rainfall.
Once this mechanism stops working, because the cri tical mass of trees left to sustain it has been ‘over cleared’, the whole rain forest will start to suffer and go into decline.
No 2: The rainforest – once going into decline, can not recreate itself, because the Butterflies will be missing

What have the Butterflies to do with it ?
Here we have to know two things: Langkawi has such a big number of species of Butterflies (340) because his rain forest has such a huge number of different plants and trees. Each specie of butterfly is dependent upon a certain kind of plant or a certain kind of tree and in return helps this plant or tree to fertilize its seeds.
Once a species of Butterfly is extinct, because there were no more trees of a certain kind to sustain it, the seeds of the remaining trees of this specie will not be fertilized anymore: a downward spiral.
Simply counting the species of Butterflies immediately shows if a forest is untouched and in good shape (with many kinds of trees), or if it has already declined to a near mono culture of only a few species of trees left.
That’s why the Butterflies are so important, because Butterflies (and the Moths) are the ones who fertilize the seeds of the trees in the flowers on the top of the crown. This is not done by Bees or Wasps or any other insects, it’s done by the Butterflies.

“In planning the conservation of the Rain Forest, we have to think in a time frame of 500 years”, declared Prof. d'Abrera
No Forest Scientists or Ministry in the Geopark
Prof. d'Abrera explained, that “In planning the conservation of the Rain Forest, we have to think in a time frame of 500 years”. The changes in the forest can not be seen by a three week tourist or a land developer who only thinks in the range of a few years.
He then went on to explain what an incredible Jewel of Nature Langkawi really is, and that it can only be compared to it’s nearest neighbor island, Koh Tarutao, on the southern border of Thailand.
"Langkawi lives mainly from one thing: From the Rain forest. Without rain forest no tourists anymore…" But there is no ministry representing the scientific care for the rain forest on Langkawi. We do not care about the most important asset of the Island. We just take it for granted and are not even aware of its complex life cycles…
Prof. D'Abrera did lecture before the top people of the Langkawi Tourism Action Council. Its General Manager, Mr. Shaharudin Hjitam and the Manager Suziana W. Othman were present. At the end of the speech, in the question and answer session, Mr. Shaharudin showed that he had indeed understood the importance of the subject.

The d'Abrera initiative for launching the Langkawi Institute of Natural History
Do it now!
To work against the above deficit of forest scientists, DBRERA STRONGLY suggests, that Langkawi creates it’s own Institute of Natural History.
This, he said, for example, could be done in the remains of the Book village.
He himself, Prof. d'Abrera, would help to put the institute up, to create its rules and internal structure, organise the collection and exhibition of the samples and put together the scientific library. And: he would also be willing to teach there. He promised to bring in scientists from abroad (with funding) who would come and study their topics in the middle of where the objects of their studies live, instead of having to send samples to London, New York or Berlin…This Institute would be the first big world institute of Natural History being put IN THE FIELD and could within a short time be the center of research into classification and conservation procedures for the living species of Langkawi and all of Asia.
It would - at the same time - be a Museum and Tourist attraction, and the whole of Langkawi could benefit from it.
These are no shallow words, considering that Prof. d'Abrera, who has written more than 30 books about Butterflies, is regarded as THE international authority on Butterflies and Moths today and his books are the standard references on this subject.
Prof. d'Abrera will have talks with some ministers on the mainland next week and we can only hope, that his idea is the beginning of a new chapter of nature conservation in Langkawi.
The event in LADA was organized by the new branch of the Malaysia Nature Society, headed by Ms. Fadzilah (016 93 47760), who is establishing the office of the Langkawi Branch of the MNS in the Frangipani Resort.

...from Langkawi gazette

About Cable Car Langkawi

Hanging Bridge - The Facts ;

1.Overall distance 125m

2.Pylon height 82m

3.Pylon foundation above sea-level 605m

4.Top of Pylon above sea-level 687m

5.Loading/Maximum capacity 2000pax @ 4 person per m2

6.Square area 500m2

7.Consruction period ( August 2003 - August 2004 ) 12months

8.Open to public 27Feb 2005

Cable car system for Gunung Machincang ;

1.Hozontal distance 2079m

2.Vertical rise 680m ,inclined distance 2158m

3.Bull wheel diameter 6.10m

4.Passengers per-gondola 6 persons

5.Design and operating speed 5m/sec and 3m/sec

6.Height of Tower 1 (nearest to Base Station) 38m

7.Height of Tower 2 - 70m

8.Longest free span (between Tower 2 and Middle Station) 950m

Langkawi Cable Car - Activity Corner

1.Deer Farm - Come on in and see ,at the deer farm you don't justlook at the deer ,you walk among them,you touch them.you let them eatright from your hands...try it its fun .!
2.Archery - Test your skills on the archery .See if you can hit your target ,please enjoy yourself,what you need is time !
3.Wax - A replica of your hands souvenir ? Ready in 10 minutes.Don't miss this opportunity .
4.Cafe - In the cafe you can choose your meal from several different menus .
5.Photo Souviner - You can keep and reminisce your memorable visit on photosouviner that can be purchaced here .
6.Rabbit Farm - Get closer still with nature.You can feed the rabbits which is adjacent to the Base Station.Entrance is free .
7.Jungle Trekking - Jungle trekking activity can be arrange upon request.
8.Foot Massage - Reflexology is a relaxing massage of the feet,which enchances equilibrium in body circulation and the nerve system.All body parts are connected by subtle,which flows down from the head to the feet,and requires smooth channel to stimulates therelease and discharge of toxin .

Operation hours ;

Mon-Thur : 10am - 6pm

Fri-Sun & PH : 9.30am - 7pm

Wed Only : 12pm - 6pm

Important Info ;
Langkawi Cable Car operation is subject to weather condition.Customer are advised to call before visiting to avoid disappointment .
http://www.langkawicablecar.com.my/

info@langkawicablecar.com.my

Restaurant Siti Fatimah Langkawi

Located at Jalan Mata Air in the direction of Kota Mahsuri and near the Kampung Tok Senik Resort. Restoran Fatimah is well known in Langkawi and has lived up to its name through the years.
With over 70 dishes being served at any one time, the restaurant still maintains its low price for quality food. Best time to go is around 11 am when there are not too many people and the full spread is still fresh from the kitchen.
Try the assortment of grilled fish with various sambals, condiments or air assam (tamarind juice in shrimp paste). The gulai ikan talang masin is sensational. Very accommodating and friendly staff.
Opening hours: 8.00 am to 5.00 pm

Night menu
Malay Traditional Cuisine ,featuring Gulai Panas,Asam pedas Fatimah, Variety of seafood Dishes ,Ikan Masin Pok Kaw Liaw .

Closed : Wednesday

Restaurant Fatimah Langkawi ,famed for its is huge nasi campur spread and possibly the most well-known budget restaurant in LAngkawi,is now open evenings with a brand new dinner menu .

They were given crab, huge jumbo prawns , two different types of fish curry ,a plate of fried chicken with a secret spice mix , and a plate of salted fish sliced lengthwise and topped with tasty fried onion .

For reservations : Farid 012-4737430 / Wati 012-5735227 / Leen 012-5770979

Tel: 04-955 2754 Fax: 04-425 4844