Pangkor Island

     The name Pangkor may have originated from the Thai word Pang Ko meaning 'beautiful island'. However others believe it may have been a memorial to Pang Koi, a legendary Chinese adventurer said to have lent his skills in seamanship to the bands of pirates this island once sheltered.

Pangkor's main attractions are undoubtedly the wonderful offerings of its pristine beaches on the western coastline. Named after a legendary lovelorn princess, Golden Sands Beach or Pantai Puteri is one of the most popular beaches on the island. Located on the northwest of Pangkor, this 1.2km stretch boast warm turquoise water fringed with tall swaying coconut palms. The beach here is ideal for sunbathing and recreational as fishing or bird watching. Look out for hornbills said to roam the area.

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Langkawi Island

      Langkawi is the largest of a multitude of islands that lie off the coast of Kedah state, in the far northwest of Peninsular Malaysia. The island compromises a jewelled setting of 99 islands. Langkawi is a versatile holidays destination with world-class infrastructure and facilities - a modern international airport, excellent roads, state-of-a-art marinas, budget hotels to award-winning, luxurious resorts, superb golf courses and a host of a recreational activities especially fishing.

Visitors arriving by sea will disembark at the jetty in the main town of Kuah. Located southeast of the island, the town houses many hotels and shopping centres. A large prominent statue of an eagle, situated at the popular Eagle Square is visible from afar when approaching the island. According to local folklore, Langkawi derived its name from the eagle or helang.

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