INTERACTIVE: Langkawi, Penang and Ipoh are top spots for local tourists this year

Tourists enjoying some fun in the sun at the Batu Ferringhi beach in Penang. —ZHAFARAN NASIB/ The Star

PETALING JAYA: Many Malaysians are hoping to take in the beautiful sunset in Langkawi Island, Kedah and enjoy mouthwatering food in Penang for a holiday this year.

These places were among the top local destinations that Malaysians were planning to visit this year in a survey by Tourism Malaysia.