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Diving in Malaysia. Where to choose?

Published on July 25, 2007

With so many islands and beach destinations, where’s a good place to dive in west Malaysia? Langkawi? Perhentian? Redang? Tioman? Pangkor?
A week in Langkawi seems to me to be a waste of diving to me. There is only one spot to dive there and not much good either. The water is not very clear.
There is […]


Tioman Island - An introduction

Published on September 26, 2006

Located 56 km off the coast of Pahang in the South China Sea, Tioman Island has white, sandy beaches, crystal clear water, and lush greenery. All of these, and more, make the island a premier destination.
There are many things to do in Tioman. For most visitors, diving or snorkeling, or both, are a must. Those […]