More tourist hotspots in Penang and Langkawi


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There are many nature activities you can do in Langkawi — Filepic

The Penang state government and Langkawi Development Authority (LADA) will join forces to beef up the country’s tourism competitiveness to make Malaysia a destination of choice in the region.

Penang State Executive Councillor for Tourism and Creative Economy (PETACE), Yeoh Soon Hin said both Penang and Langkawi were among the tourist hotspots with the former being steeped in cultural heritage and the latter offering pristine nature and splendid beach activities.

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