Langkawi

Langkawi has always been Malaysia’s headline beach escape, but the next phase looks different. It is no longer just about sun, sea, and weekend getaways. The island is preparing for a meaningful upgrade in premium accommodation, with a wave of new upscale rooms coming into the market. When luxury hotel brands expand aggressively in a destination, it usually reflects one thing: confidence in sustained...

Langkawi’s appeal has always been clear, an iconic island, nature rich experiences, and a resort lifestyle that feels effortless when everything works. What is changing now is the strength of the gateway itself. When an airport consistently delivers a smooth, comfortable experience, it does more than please travellers. It upgrades the perception of the destination, raises confidence for repeat visits,...

Langkawi is quietly registering another positive tourism signal as arrivals via roll-on roll-off (RoRo) passenger and vehicle ferry services are expected to rise this year. The projected increase in ferry traffic may appear incremental at first glance, but for an island destination, transport trends often provide early insight into broader tourism momentum and economic confidence. Tourist arrivals to...

Penang & Langkawi Among Asia’s Best Islands — A Win for Malaysia’s Global Appeal Malaysia’s island destinations continue to make waves internationally. In the latest Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2025, Penang and Langkawi have been listed among the “Top 10 Best Islands in Asia”, securing the 10th and 7th spots, respectively. The recognition places Malaysia alongside the...

Clarissa Residences @ Tropicana Cenang: A New Benchmark for Langkawi Beachfront Living Clarissa Residences brings a new dimension of luxury to Pantai Cenang, Malaysia’s most vibrant and internationally acclaimed beach destination. Nestled within the Tropicana Cenang integrated development, Clarissa represents the perfect balance between holiday charm, family-friendly leisure, and investment-driven...

Tropicana Cenang Celebrates 100% Take-Up for Phase 1 & 2, Unveils Final Phase Clarissa Seafront Suites Tropicana Corporation Berhad has marked a major milestone with the topping-off of Assana and Merissa Serviced Suites, the first two phases of its flagship AerialView development in Langkawi. With all 891 units in these phases fully taken up, the developer officially launched Phase 3 – Clarissa...

Mitrajaya Secures RM70 Million Construction Contract for Langkawi Serviced Apartment and Training Centre Construction and engineering group Mitrajaya Holdings Bhd (KL:MITRA) has landed a RM70 million contract via its wholly owned subsidiary Pembinaan Mitrajaya Sdn Bhd to develop an eight-storey serviced apartment building in Langkawi that will also function as a training centre and recreational hub for...

OYO Debuts Premium SUNDAY Hotel Brand in Malaysia with Launches in KL and Langkawi KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Global hospitality tech giant OYO has officially launched its premium hotel brand, SUNDAY Hotels, in Malaysia, with dual openings in Kuala Lumpur and Langkawi’s Pantai Cenang. These launches mark OYO’s latest move in expanding its premium segment presence across Southeast Asia. With...

LIMA’25 Opens in Langkawi: Aerobatics, Naval Power, and Global Innovation Take Centre Stage The Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2025 (LIMA’25) has officially taken off, filling Langkawi’s skies with the roar of fighter jets and the seas with warships from around the globe. Held under the theme “Today’s Innovation, Tomorrow’s Achievements,” this 17th edition of LIMA...

Langkawi’s Tourism Boom & Malaysia’s Property Market: How It Impacts Investors Langkawi’s post-pandemic tourism growth is driving a new wave of opportunities in Malaysia’s property market, particularly for real estate investors looking to benefit from increased demand for holiday homes, serviced apartments, and commercial properties. With an 11% surge in tourist arrivals from 2022 to 2024,...