Stranded ferry with over 500 people onboard safely towed to Kuala Kedah passenger ferry jetty
The ferry carrying over 500 passengers and crew members that was stranded at around 3 pm while on its way to Langkawi from Kuala Kedah has been safely towed to the Kuala Kedah Ferry Jetty last night.
Sun Oct 23 2022
New passenger jetty to be built to Langkawi
The MOT plans to build a new jetty for passenger ferry operations to Langkawi as a long-term solution to the sedimentation problems that often occur at the Kuala Kedah and Kuala Perlis jetties.
Sat Sep 10 2022
Tourism Malaysia gears up to woo Indonesian travellers
Tourism Malaysia welcomes fully vaccinated Indonesian travellers to Langkawi after nearly two years of border closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sun Nov 28 2021
Int'l tourists can travel to Langkawi beginning Nov 15 - Ismail Sabri
International tourists who wish to visit Langkawi are allowed to do so beginning Nov 15, through the International Tourism Bubble (Inbound) for the Langkawi Pilot Project.
Fri Oct 22 2021
COVID-19 test not required for Langkawi travellers from today - Health Minister
The Health Ministry (MoH), effective today, has decided to drop the mandatory COVID-19 test for individuals travelling to Langkawi.
Tue Oct 12 2021
Most tourists to Langkawi make own bookings - MOTAC
Most tourists to Langkawi tend to book their own travel, accommodation and tour arrangements, according to monitoring and a survey by the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry (MOTAC).
Tue Oct 05 2021
No COVID-19 case involving tourists to Langkawi reported - Exco
Mohd Firdaus said thus far cases had only involved locals on the island.
Wed Sep 22 2021
Kuala Kedah-Langkawi ferry service to resume from Sept 23
The ferry service from the Kuala Kedah Ferry Terminal to Langkawi will resume operations on Sept 23.
Sat Sep 18 2021
COVID: Travellers to Langkawi can reschedule flight tickets, hotel reservations
Nancy said airline companies and registered accommodation operators have agreed to give their commitment on the matter.
Sat Sep 18 2021
Tourist arrivals to Langkawi bring new ray of hope to tourism operators, small traders
The arrival of tourists to Langkawi Island has brought a new ray of hope to the island's tourism operators and small traders.
Fri Sep 17 2021
141 fly to Langkawi from Ipoh on maiden flight
More than 70 passengers have so far booked their seats for the next Langkawi flights on Sunday and Wednesday.
Fri Sep 17 2021
MOTAC targets 200,000 domestic tourists to Langkawi
Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said about 30,000 tourists are expected to visit the resort island this month.
Thu Sep 16 2021
Langkawi-bound travellers feel safe with KLIA'S COVID-19 screening test SOP
Travellers who wish to take a flight to Langkawi must undergo the COVID-19 screening test.
Thu Sep 16 2021
1,520 passengers on eight flights flew to Langkawi under travel bubble project - Wee
Wee Ka Siong said they travelled via Malaysia Airlines (four flights), Air Asia (three flights) and a Malindo flight.
Thu Sep 16 2021
100 pct flight load to Langkawi signals strong rebound for domestic air travel - AirAsia
AirAsia's inaugural service from Kuala Lumpur to Langkawi this morning under the travel bubble recorded a 100 per cent flight load, signifying a strong rebound for domestic air travel.
Thu Sep 16 2021
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024