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Not one island, but an archipelago of 99, Langkawi is the ultimate island-hopping getaway. Its unique natural landscape earned it UNESCO Global Geopark status in 2007. Truly 'the Jewel of Kedah', Langkawi is blessed with powder-fine beach sands and clear, calm waters ideal for snorkeling. Rare mangrove forests meet waterfalls gushing down jungle-covered mountains. Langkawi is a nature lover's dream.

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Italy is a country that offers a unique and well-documented history and one that is studied in schools and universities around the globe today. From gladiators to warrior Popes, Italy’s past has it all, and these 10 best historical sites in Italy serve as a reminder of those glorious and often tumultuous times.

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Standing at 12-meters high (39.3 feet), this commanding statue is inspired by Langkawi's namesake sea eagle. Poised to take flight, the statue is the focal point of the waterfront Dataran Lang, a star-shaped plaza located on Kuah Bay, and is one of the first sights to greet visitors arriving via ferry or cruise ship.

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Small in size, big in flavor. Penang's culinary scene is world-renowned, but the tiny island's essence merely begins on the plate, spilling over to larger-than-life wall murals, colonial heritage sites, sandy beaches, and lofty mountains. UNESCO Heritage-listed George Town draws history buffs and trendsetters alike while nature lovers escape to the jungle with treks from Penang Botanic Gardens to the peak of Penang Hill.

Relax in the lush, rainforest setting of the Tropical Spice Garden while enjoying authentic Thai food at Tree Monkey. The restaurant uses fresh herbs and spices locally grown at the Tropical Spice Garden, sending blissful aromas through the restaurant that will have your tummy rumbling in anticipation. Choose a Thai tapas plate to sample the flavors of Thailand, or for a more substantial meal, don’t go past a spicy Thai curry.

Put a Mexican spin on your night out at Holy Guacamole, located on Penang's nightlife hub, Love Lane. Fill up on Tex-Mex staples like nachos, burritos, tacos, and fajitas, paired with a perfectly mixed pitcher of margaritas or sangria.

One of the largest Buddhist temples in Southeast Asia and the center of Chinese New Year celebrations in Penang, Kek Lok Si temple is an important pilgrimage for Buddhists. The complex contains several buildings and courtyards worth exploring, the most significant being a 36.5-metre (120 feet) high statue of the Goddess of Mercy, Kuan Yin, and 7-story pagoda housing 10,000 Buddha statues. Open hours extend during Chinese New Year, when visitors can view the temple adorned with over 200,000 fairy lights and 20,000 Chinese lanterns.