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Chiang Mai is the natural capital of the north, a fascinating destination in its own right but also a starting point for exploring the country`s most dramatic scenery with its remote hills, villages & mountain tribes. Chiang Mai itself is a moated & walled city retaining many ancient treasures but also rapidly evolving into a modern city with boutique hotels, chic shops & stylish restaurants serving the delicious local cuisine. It is also the centre of Thailand`s art & craft industry. Wood carving, saa paper umbrellas & intricately painted pottery can all be found in the city or visitors can travel to the countryside to see the makers in their home villages. Beyond the city, this book takes readers on a tour of northern Thailand encompassing the elephant camp at Anantara; Doi Inthanon, Thailand`s tallest mountain; the city of Chiang Rai & the Golden Triangle; & the highlights of the Mae Hong Son Province. Whether trekking on foot or driving through the region, Enchanting Chiang Mai & Northern Thailand introduces all of the unmissable sights & scenery through its informative text & intimate photographs. ...

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Enchanting Langkawi

Langkawi is the premier island destination in Malaysia. This beautiful tropical archipelago surrounded by an azure sea has an unbeatable combination of sun, surf and sand as well as international beachfront resorts, iconic restaurants and easy access by flight from Kuala Lumpur and Penang. There are also hidden charms to be explored by taking a sunset cruise around the offshore islets or exploring the natural attractions on land. Langkawi wetlands are particularly scenic as steep limestone walls rise from the mangrove-lined mudflats. They are home to various species of mangroves and rare cycads. For slowing down the pace there are the picturesque beaches of Pantai Cenang, Datai Bay with Pantai Tengah. For holidaymakers looking for more active pursuits, there is diving around the four
small coral islands just south of Langkawi where there is also a large floating pontoon facility offering snorkelling for all the family. As well as other watersports, including parasailing and kayaking, there`s jungle trekking, mountain climbing, caving, fishing or taking an adventurous journey through the rainforest canopy all to be explored. Enchanting Langkawi reveals all of the scenic wonders and adventure opportunities that make Langkawi so special, to provide both a guide to and a souvenir of a memorable holiday.

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Langkawi is the premier island destination in Malaysia. This beautiful tropical archipelago surrounded by an azure sea has an unbeatable combination of sun, surf & sand as well as international beachfront resorts, iconic restaurants & easy access by flight from Kuala Lumpur & Penang. There are also hidden charms to be explored by taking a sunset cruise around the offshore islets or exploring the natural attractions on l&. Langkawi wetlands are particularly scenic as steep limestone walls rise from the mangrove-lined mudflats. They are home to various species of mangroves & rare cycads. For slowing down the pace there are the picturesque beaches of Pantai Cenang, Datai Bay with Pantai Tengah. For holidaymakers looking for more active pursuits, there is diving around the four small coral islands just south of Langkawi where there is also a large floating pontoon facility offering snorkelling for all the family. As well as other watersports, including parasailing & kayaking, there`s jungle trekking, mountain climbing, caving, fishing or taking an adventurous journey through the rainforest canopy all to be explored. Enchanting Langkawi reveals all of the scenic wonders & adventure opportunities that make Langkawi so special, to provide both a guide to & a souvenir of a memorable holiday.

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