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ISSUE 05 HAVING FUN IN LANGKAWI page 2 and 3 TOP 5 MUST-VISIT ISLANDS IN MALAYSIA page 4 8 TIPS FOR BETTER BEACH VACATIONS - page 5 海滩皮肤保养 - page 6 SUMMER HOLIDAY EXCLUSIVE - page 7 MEMBER’S EXCLUSIVE & EVENT UPDATE- page 8 ? ! Whats UP JOURNEYPEDIA

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E 05

▪ HAVING FUN IN LANGKAWI

page 2 and 3

▪ TOP 5 MUST-VISIT ISLANDS IN MALAYSIA

page 4

▪ 8 TIPS FOR BETTER BEACH

VACATIONS - page 5

▪ 海滩皮肤保养 - page 6

▪ SUMMER HOLIDAY EXCLUSIVE- page 7

▪ MEMBER’S EXCLUSIVE &

EVENT UPDATE- page 8

?!What’s UPJOURNEYPEDIA

HAVING FUN IN LANGKAWI

Langkawi’s hot spots Langkawi’s hot spots If you haven’t stepped (bare) foot on this famous tropical island, you might want to pay it a visit on your next break. Haven’t got a clue what to do? Don’t fret! Here’s a handy guide to having fun in Langkawi.

If you haven’t stepped (bare) foot on this famous tropical island, you might want to pay it a visit on your next break. Haven’t got a clue what to do? Don’t fret! Here’s a handy guide to having fun in Langkawi.

Sky Cab price: RM35* (Adult); RM25* (Child)Sky Bridge price: RM5* (Adult); RM3* (Child)

*Prices shown are for reference only.

One of the highlights of this island is its 125 meters-long curved pedestrian suspension bridge above Mount Mat Cinchang that’s located at the end of a Cable Car ride. For those who take delight in altitude and panoramic vistas, this is the perfect spot for Kodak moments as the view from the island’s second highest peak is simply breath-taking! Located 2,300 feet above sea level, visitors can make their way up via the Sky Cab that begins its journey at the Oriental Village near Pantai Kok. As the Cable Car ascends, the temperature gets pretty chilly with a windy breeze. �ere will be several pit-stops where you can take in stunning sights of the island’s unique geological formations including the Telaga Tujuh Waterfalls and magical rainforests, before stopping at the �nal station where the Sky Bridge is.

You haven’t been to Langkawi if you haven’t seen this stunning sculpture that greets its visitors who arrive via ferry. Also known as Dataran Lang, here’s a trivia on this popular manmade attraction: the name ‘Langkawi’ originated from two Malay terms, ‘helang’ which means eagle, and ‘kawi’ which means reddish-brown. �is is why the soaring 12-meter high eagle statue that’s poised to take �ight atop an elevated platform was built as an emblem of the island, making it a must-visit tourist spot! It also o�ers scenic views of Kuah Bay and has pretty miniature fountains, terraces and bridges around its square. Come here in the morning or evening when the weather isn’t scorching to enjoy the cooling sea breeze while you take leisurely walks, have a scrumptious dinner and take lots of photos!

When in Langkawi, be sure to book this awesome tour to the Kilim Geoforest Park to experience the natural wonders of the island’s coastal mangrove forest. With endless lush greenery spanning over an area of 100 square kilometres, this nature park is one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites and is a humble abode to many wildlife animals and marine creatures. As you walk through the mangrove swamp and cruise down winding rivers, you’ll be able to admire fascinating �ora and fauna such as the over-hanging ‘Bogak Trees’, brown eagles, tree crabs, macaques and even monitor lizards! Don’t forget to look down the mangrove swamp and seabed for unique limestone formations that have been aptly dubbed the Temple of Borobodur, the Elephant Stone and the Hanging Gardens. �e same path also leads you to a bat-�lled cave known as Gua Kelawar and a �sh farm in the open sea. All in all, this tour is an escape to another world as it o�ers a truly unforgettable sight and experience!

Explore the mysterious MANGROVE GEOFOREST PARK

Take a Sky Cab to LANGKAWI’S SKY BRIDGE

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Visit the iconic EAGLE SQUARE

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Price: RM30* (Adult with MyKad); RM40* (Adult without MyKad); RM20* (Child with MyKad); RM30* (Child without MyKad)

Have a feast on the SUNSET DINNER CRUISE

Want to discover the secrets of the deep blue sea in a unique environment? �en submerge yourself in the Underwater World Langkawi that’s located at the southern end of Pantai Cenang. Spread across nearly six acres, our country’s largest indoor aquarium was created to raise awareness on the importance of safeguarding our treasured marine ecosystem as it houses over 4,000 precious aquatic life forms. With more than 500 species of animals and sea creatures including �amingos, mandarin ducks, harbour seals, rockhopper penguins and sharks being exhibited in over 100 specially designed tanks, it acts as an educational centre that allows visitors and nature lovers to examine and learn all about the ocean’s inhabitants.

In front of the entrance door, you’ll catch a glimpse of the enormous Amazonian arapaima, the world’s largest freshwater �sh in a medium-sized tank! �e indoor complex is divided into three di�erent sections of display: Tropical Rainforest, Temperate and Sub-Antarctic; where visitors can observe each region’s respective species, such as an underwater tunnel featuring cute black-footed penguins swimming around. Other highlights include a three-dimensional (3D) theatre and a huge 15-metre, six million litre walk-through underwater tunnel tank that is home to large aquatic species such as giant stingrays and green turtles.

�is is one of the main reasons why tourists and locals alike �ock in the island almost all year long! Shop till you drop at this duty-free district, especially in Kuah as they o�er the lowest prices of tax-free goods such as chocolates, alcohol, cigarettes, perfumes, branded apparel and more. Prices are a fraction compared to what you’d pay in KL, so it’s best to stock up on these sweet treats and souvenirs for friends and family too before you head back home. With prices this cheap, it’s a shopping paradise that has the best bargains in the country, hands-down!

Experience an indoor aquarium at the UNDERWATER WORLD

Sunset dinner cruise price: RM330* onwards (per person)Sunset cocktail cruise price: RM280* onwards (per person)

Set sail on a gastronomic voyage along the calm Andaman Sea with a three-hour sunset cruise by Crystal Yacth Holidays that kicks o� at the Awana Jetty at 5pm. Once on board, you’ll be served a superb BBQ bu�et spread to whet your appetite, comprising tender meat and poultry, succulent seafood options and a multitude of healthy greens at its salad bar. If you’re not that hungry, you can opt for the cocktail cruise to nibble on tasty canapés while quenching your thirst as the open bar serves a free �ow of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages including refreshing fruit juices, chilled sodas, spirits, wine and beer. Be sure to bring along your bathers to take a dip in the warm waters of the ‘saltwater Jacuzzi’ or lounge on the trawling net that serves as a safety harness. When the sun sets on the horizon and paints the sky in gradient warm hues, it makes for a marvellous postcard-worthy snapshot! With the soothing sound of the ocean waves and fresh sea breeze blowing in your face, it’s the best way to sit back and relax while taking in the beautiful view of this archipelago.

RM20* (Child with MyKad); RM30* (Child without MyKad)

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DUTY-FREE SHOPPING

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HAVING FUN IN LANGKAWI

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PULAU LANGKAWI, KEDAHFamously known as the land of duty-free, this is the place to be for chocoholics and liquor lovers! Located at the north-west coast in the turquoise Andaman Sea, there are approximately 100 islands that form this archipelago. �ese islands are clad in many diverse landscapes – from beaches and mountains to rainforests and mangrove wetlands; it’s a tropical gem that hits the sweet spot for nature-lovers.

PULAU SIPADAN, SABAHSearching for paradise? You’ll de�nitely �nd it o� the east coast of Malaysian Borneo in Sipadan Island. Surrounded by thousands of coral reefs, it’s the perfect spot for expert divers and underwater enthusiasts alike as the island boasts over 3,000 diverse species of marine life including rainbow reef �shes, sea turtles and hammerhead sharks under its deep blue sea. Sipadan was declared a marine park in 2005, thus closing all resorts on the island. However, diving is still allowed with a limit of 120 divers per day, as they are ferried in and out from the mainland and other islands nearby that host accommodation for the divers.

PULAU TIOMAN, PAHANGBeing the biggest island on Malaysia’s east coast, Tioman is a one-stop holiday destination with an impressive variety of activities. Having played a mythical island backdrop in the 1958 Hollywood movie, ‘South Paci�c’, this natural beauty has a lot to o�er: jungle trekking in its lush rainforest, snorkelling and scuba-diving in its crystal clear waters, swimming under waterfalls, visiting the turtlefarm, duty-free shopping and experiencing the local culture.

PULAU PERHENTIAN, TERENGGANUWith in�nite shades of blue and alluring underwater coral gardens that are worthy of a picturesque postcard, Perhentian Island makes for a perfect beach getaway. Comprising two main islands which are Perhentian Besar and Perhentian Kecil, visitors can expect a relaxed, laid back vibe at the former while the latter o�ers lively music and drinks.

PULAU REDANG, TERENGGANU Another popular snorkelling and diving destination, Redang has ample tours and equipment for visitors who favour this wonderful location as their escapade. With an extensive shore of white sand and azure waters, it houses a sea of vibrant species such as clown �shes, baby sharks and jelly�sh. Due to its positioning in the east coast, you’ll need to take note of its monsoon season which starts in October and ends in April, hence the best time to visit Redang would be between June and August!

farm, duty-free shopping and experiencing the local culture.

PULAU PERHENTIAN, TERENGGANU

PULAU TIOMAN, PAHANGBeing the biggest island on Malaysia’s east coast, Tioman is a one-stop holiday destination with an impressive variety of activities. Having played a mythical island backdrop in the 1958 Hollywood movie, ‘South Paci�c’, this natural beauty has a lot to o�er: jungle trekking in its lush rainforest, snorkelling and scubadiving in its crystal clear waters, swimming under waterfalls, visiting the turtlefarm, duty-free shopping and experiencing the local culture. farm, duty-free shopping and experiencing the local culture.

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Longing for an island getaway for some much-needed R&R? �ere’s no need to jet o� to a di�erent country when Malaysia already hosts many exotic islands. We’ve narrowed down the top �ve, so grab your sunblock and head to these pristine beaches, pronto!

Top 5 must-visit islands in Malaysia

so grab your sunblock and head to these pristine beaches, pronto!

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you’ll need to take note of its monsoon season which starts in October and ends in April, hence the best time to visit Redang would be between June and August!

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TOP 5 MUST-VISIT ISLANDS IN MALAYSIA

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Best beach vacation, ever!

Hate leaving trails of sand in your car or room after visiting the beach? To remove sand particles from hands and feet, dust a handful of baby powder onto your body. Any clinging sand will fall right o� and you’ll have sand-free skin in no time!

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Our smartphones follow us wherever we go, but if there’s one place that’s a little tricky, it’s by the seashore. Stash all electronic gadgets in a plastic zip-lock bag so it won’t get wet or sandy. Don’t worry; you’ll still be able to use the touchscreen through the transparent bag.

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Everyone’s going to get hungry at some point, and a hungry tummy is never a happy one. On top of being able to save money by packing your own munchies, you can snack al fresco to the calming sound of waves – everything tastes better at the beach anyway!

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Here’s a post-sun care essential you need to bring: aloe vera gel. Keep it in the refrigerator so it stays cool and only take it out when you’re about to head to the beach. It will help soothe any stings and burns immediately if it’s kept chilled prior.

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If you’re not a fan of beach mats (because they give you embossed patterns on your skin), make your own beach blanket instead! Get an old bed-sheet or blanket, then fold the corners and sew them into pockets. �ey make great storage space while keeping it anchored to the sand!

DIY BEACH BLANKET

FLIP FLOP FIXRemember those plastic clips with imprinted expiry dates that secure loaves of bread? Here’s an unconventional way to use them. If the straps of your favourite �ip �ops have snapped, use a bread clip to lock it in temporarily at the sole.

but if there’s one place that’s a little tricky, it’s

the touchscreen through the transparent bag.

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If you don’t want a beach day to turn bad, stay far away from swimming near jelly�sh. But pack vinegar in a spray bottle in case you do get stung by one and immediately apply it to the a�ected area while waiting for medical help.

VINEGAR SPRAYmoney by packing your own munchies, you can snack al fresco to the calming sound of

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Driving to the beach? Try this handy parking tip: before parking in the sun, turn your steering wheel 180 degrees so the top part is now at the bottom. �is way you won’t burn your hands when you use it at the end of the day!

STEERING WHEEL TRICK

burns immediately if it’s kept chilled prior.

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Hate leaving trails of sand in your car or

and feet, dust a handful of baby powder

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8 TIPS FOR BETTER BEACH VACATIONS

沙滩肌肤保养5步骤

阳光、沙滩、海洋,很多人都爱沙滩和海洋,却不是每个人都爱阳光。可是要在沙滩上嬉戏,就没办法躲过阳光的“亲吻”。既然没办法逃过,就好好享受它吧!只要把以下步骤做好,就可以享受阳光的同时肌肤不被受伤害。

1. 补充水份在炎热的太阳底下,水份是非常重要的。随身带上一

瓶纯水,每十五分钟喝一两口,千万别让身体脱水。

汽水,咖啡和酒这些会加速水份排出体外的饮料就尽

量别碰。如果有必要喝这些饮料,就多喝几口水来加

倍补充水份。至于肌肤的水份补充,可以准备矿泉水

喷雾以随时随地帮肌肤补充水份。

4. 防晒水果

除了当下的防晒功夫,平时也要多吃具有防晒功能的

水果,如:柠檬,番茄,西瓜,草莓等等富含红色素的

水果 ,才能加强肌肤的抗晒能力。

5. 嘴唇保养因为大家都忙于为肌肤防晒,往往脆

弱的嘴唇就被忽略了。其实嘴唇的防

晒也相当的重要。可以使用拥有防晒

功能约SRF18的护唇膏。

如果想要晒一身古铜色,可以先擦一层SRF较低的防晒油,20分钟后补上一层SRF较高的防晒油以保护肌肤不被晒伤。

小提示:

2. 防晒产品很多时候擦了一层防晒油,可是皮肤还是被晒伤。原因是

没有及时补擦。要确保肌肤被防晒油彻底的保护,每隔半至

一小时就必须补擦一层防晒油。碰到水后也要立刻补擦,才

可避免肌肤被晒伤。

3. 晒后补水别以为补水只在于在太阳底下,晒后的补水工作也非常

重要。如果晒后的肌肤感觉热热的,可以先在肌肤上敷

一层芦荟,片刻后把芦荟清掉,再摸上一层乳液,补充

水份的同时也能帮助肌肤锁住水份。由于日晒后的肌肤

十分敏感,因此最好选择质地滑顺、无色无味、敏感肌

肤专用的乳液。

水果,如:柠檬,番茄,西瓜,草莓等等富含红色素的

水果 ,才能加强肌肤的抗晒能力。

旅途百科华语特版

�e Bootlegger is a modern day shape-shifting bag that brings modular functionality allowing the user to swap the suspension to a variety of packs depending on activity or weather.

BOREAS BOOTLEGGER ECLIPSE, WM: RM1,030

EM: RM1,050

Staying hydrated

Stainless Steel �ermo Bottle,WM: RM160, EM: RM170

Laken Aluminium Lunch Box 18cm, WM: RM120, EM: RM130

Laken Aluminium Lunch Box 18cm, WM: RM120, EM: RM130

�is Laken lunch box is your best camping or outdoor utensil that can help keep your rumbling tummy at ease. Make it hot whenever you need to!

No more worrying about your valuables getting wet while you’re playing water sports. �is lightweight dry bag made from welded waterproof material will follow you wherever you go – even into the sea!

LEWIS N. CLARK DRY BAG, WM: RM140, EM: RM150

�e Hapi+tas Boston bag can be transformed from smallto big whenever you need it to. Trust us, you can’t travel without it!

HAPI+TAS FOLDABLE BOSTON BAG,WM: RM150, EM: RM160

Tweak & Transform!

Shape Shifter

Calling all tourists! �e world’s �rst rain-ready suitcase is now available in Malaysia! Brought to you by Lojel,

this suitcase is 100% Rainproof! Yes! that’s right! You can now push through the rain wherever your journey takes you.

LOJEL 4W ZIPPER TROLLEY CASE,from RM1,160 onwards

Put me on �re!

at ease. Make it hot whenever you need to!

Summer Holiday Exclusive

Drink up!

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Fun in the water

Rain Lovers!

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