The Malaysian Matters

  The Power of Potato Did You Know? Potatoes provide key nutrients at an affordable price. In a study designed to identify which vegetables provide the most nutrients per unit per cost, potatoes had the highest score per dollaron nine important nutrients potassium, fiber, protein, vitamin A,C and E, calcium, iron and magnesium. For many runners, Baked, mashed, or boiled, potatoes actually provide more energy-delivering complex carbohydrates. All varieties-russet, red, yellow, purple, and sweet is contain impressive quantities of vitamins and minerals. Plus, they're easy to digest and prepare. Potatoes rank high on the glycemic index which means their carbs get into the bloodstream fast. So quickly, in fact, that some ultramarathoners and Ironman athletes reach for boiled, skinless white potatoes during long endurance events. Eating foods low on the glycemic index, which means the sugars are processed more slowly, delivering a steadier stream of energy onimproves endurance. pot...

  The word Umgawa was created for the Legendary Tarzan to call jungle wildlife to action. This echoing call was used by Tarzan to put the jungle’s eco-system on high alert, so that the core nature of the jungle would remain safe for everything living within it. This attraction is located at Jalan Telaga Tujuh, few minutes walk from Langkawi’s Cable Car. And we can see the Rainforest in the mountains from anywhere on Langkawi Island and now I have a safe, thrilling and exciting way to experience it as never before possible. Full gear up for safety, Umgawa is the island’s first world-class zipline eco-adventure tour that is a fun and educational way for the whole family to share the thrill of a lifetime. Spend 2.5 to 3 hours along 12 different ziplines past waterfalls and experiencing spectacular views all around you and all the way to the Andaman Sea.  This is a truly eco-adventure that allows me to get close to many of Langkawi Geopark’s 550 million-year-old geological wonders...

  The fun when on holiday is where we wake up in the morning with breakfast is served in front of our eyes. This rustic laid-back cafe Smiling Buffalo is located at Panji Panji boutique resort in Kuala Cenang, open from 8am to 6pm daily. The place combination of nature and peaceful won the My heart with its structure, flourishing tropical garden, relaxed vibe, and the best coffee in Langkawi. It’s a hidden gem, among the lush greeneries and serene and quiet environment. You can literally hear crickets singing and birds chirping with the occasional breeze on your face, and the smell of fresh air, soil and plants. For city dwellers, this is definitely a big love. They concept the place to Unique. Trying to keep it rustic With old traditional Malay houses. Visitors will find this a great spot to read a book while enjoying the music of the nature generated by the soft breeze that blows across the paddy field. Smiling Buffalo Cafe has a small menu that offers Western dishes wi...

  Nadias Hotel, fronting on one of Langkawi island's finest beach, Pantai Cenang north-west of Peninsula Malaysia is the perfect place for travellers looking for a private and romantic retreat or business conference. The 136 guest rooms and suites, function rooms, restaurant and healthy juice bar is simple yet elegant and equipped with state of the art facilities. Nadias Hotel is only 10 minutes’ drive from Langkawi International Airport and within walking distance to local cafe's and restaurants offering unique dining opportunities. The hotel offers fantastic facilities, including a swimming pool to help guests unwind after an action-packed day in the city. Superb facilities and an excellent location make Nadias Hotel Cenang Langkawi the perfect base from which to enjoy Langkawi. Deluxe Room , Deluxe Quad Room, Deluxe Family Room and Junior Suite. Rooms at Nadias Hotel are fitted with a flat screen TV, private bathroom with shower facilities and free toiletries. Also availabl...

  Crocodile Adventureland Langkawi is located on the road to Teluk Datai Bay, about half an hour journey from Kuah Town and 20 minutes’ drive from Langkawi International Airport. Established in 1993 and a Geopark Partner of UNESCO Global Geopark, Crocodile Adventureland Langkawi is also registered with the Convention on International Trade and Endangered Species. Undoubtedly the top among the must visit places in Pulau Langkawi, this  place has the largest collection of crocodilians with nearly 4000 crocodiles from young to more mature specimens such as Tomistoma, Siamese, Guinea and Saltwater crocodile (Buaya Tembaga). It is also a home to the most fearsome and one of the world’s biggest crocodile in captivity, the “Bujang Lang”, a whopping 1000 kilograms saltwater crocodile that will sends a shiver down your spine by just looking at it! Don’t miss the chance to join the private tour and let their professional tour guide take you wander through our park to learn about crocodi...