Joanna James
With travel restrictions now at a minimum, travellers who have waited long enough for a visit to the tropics are now planning their holidays. Located close to Phuket Island towards the northern part of Malaysia is Langkawi, a wonderful place to visit with many things to do and places to see. If you are travelling to Langkawi this holiday season, here are a few safety tips to help you out.
Although the pandemic seems to have died down, Covid-19 has not been completely eradicated from any part of the world. Therefore, even on your holiday in Langkawi, it would be best to stick to the rules of the new norm as followed strictly during the pandemic time. Always keep your mask on, sanitise and wash your hands as frequently as possible to avoid contacting the virus. Prevention is always better than cure after all!
When it comes to safety, Langkawi is known to be one of the safest cities in Malaysia, you don't have to worry much about being scammed or mugged. However, it is still better to keep your personal items close to you at all times and never leave them unattended. If you have brought along any valuables with you, a family resort in Langkawi the likes of Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa may offer an in-room safe where your valuables can be locked away until you need them.
The less contact you have the better. One way to stay safe is to go cashless when you go on your shopping sprees. Many of the shops and stores here are open for cashless payments. This means that you can simply tap your debit or credit card on the machine for payments. Various e-wallets are also available as payment methods.
In the evenings and wee hours of the morning, mosquitoes and sandflies can be active as Langkawi has a tropical climate. Therefore, being prepared with insect repellent is recommended. Just spray some repellent on in the evenings to keep these insects away.
Feeding wildlife isn't encouraged anywhere as these creatures are quite unpredictable. When exploring Langkawi, you are sure to come across wildlife often. Especially long-tailed macaques. They might seem friendly and cute but are known to become aggressive if you try feeding them and they want more. Therefore, it is always better to steer clear of these creatures and make sure to keep everything inside your bag.
When you set out on excursions in Langkawi, it is important that you carry a bottle of water along so you can stay well hydrated. The weather is humid and full of sunshine throughout the year. The sun can get quite strong during mid-day, so don't forget to keep some sunscreen on you as well. Constantly drink water to avoid the side effects of the heat while on your holiday here. Wearing a hat will also keep you comfortable when travelling in the heat.
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