Southeast Asia Building - March-April 2018

The Ritz-Carlton unveils

tropical paradise in Malaysia

The rooms vertical lines fully integrate

the living spaces into the surrounding

jungle, while elegant overwater villas offer

panoramic views of the sea, complete with

magnificent Langkawi sunsets. Especially

suited to multi-generational families or

other groups, the resort’s Villa Mutiara,

offers deluxe accommodations for up to

eight and boasts two pools and access to

a private beach.

Intended to allow guests to soak up

the island’s rich culture and beauty from

their first moment, the resort’s Walkway of

Wishes entrance offers a warm welcome

with a water fountain inspired by the

island’s mystical granter of wishes, Tasik

Dayang Bunting, ‘The Lake of Pregnant

Maiden.’ Each guest will be invited to write

their wishes on a flat stone, which is then

placed into the water in the hope that it

will come true, as the first of many special

memories to be created during their stay.

During the ‘golden hours’ of sunrise and

sunset, guests can enjoy a contemporary

performance of an ancient tarian payang

on the beach, a traditional gesture of thanks

and respect for the rich bounty of the sea

and land. Guided jungle walks reveal the

myths and creatures of the surrounding

rainforest, while learning the graceful Silat

moves of ancient Malay warriors allow one

to tap into the magic of Langkawi legends.

Travelers looking to experience Langkawi’s

vibrant blend of local cultures can partake

in a visit to one of the local night markets,

where they can sample traditional Malay,

Chinese and Indian delicacies and crafts.

The resort is home to four distinct

dining venues, each overlooking the

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