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Langkawi’ans Tip For You
- The best way to move around Langkawi is to rent a car or a motorbike. Petrol is cheap and the roads are good, too.
- There are many villages where you can stop and have something to eat in a traditional “warung” — a rustic shack/stall serving cheap, tasty, local food.
- Remember this is a Muslim country, so dressing fairly modestly — especially away from the beach areas — will be highly appreciated by the locals.
- The whole island is a duty free zone. There are bargains on perfume, chocolates and other wares to be had, especially in the jetty area and on the shopping strip at Pantai Cenang.
- If you are into natural medicine, you will notice there are many outlets selling “gamat.” This is a sea cucumber extract believed to be good for many ailments
- Try to keep public displays of affection to a minimum, as these are generally frowned upon
- Do take your shoes off when entering somebody’s house or a place of worship, as a sign of respect. Some places also require additional covering up
- Be wary of monkeys when visiting certain areas of Langkawi. Some are placid and harmless, while others are aggressive and won’t hesitate to steal your food and other belongings
- Jellyfish can cause problems for swimmers for a large part of the year in Langkawi. Stings are more common in the high season, so wear a stinger suit to be on the safe side
- There’s no public transport on Langkawi so you’ll need to take taxis to get around. It’s also easy and affordable to hire a moped or bicycle
- The locals are very welcoming, and Langkawi is a kid-friendly place
- Most hotels have good facilities for kids of all ages, and some even have kids’ clubs
- Please do not feed the wild animals