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Langkawi tourism dips amid rising costs and fewer visitors

Langkawi, a Malaysian island heavily reliant on tourism, is experiencing a decline in international visitors. Businesses like boat operators and restaurants are reporting fewer customers, attributed to increased operating costs. Specifically, higher fuel prices have led to a rise in prices for activities such as jet ski rides and boat tours, potentially deterring tourists. AI

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Langkawi tourism dips amid rising costs and fewer visitors

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 · Ushar Daniele ·

    Malaysia’s tourism-dependent Langkawi fears rising costs are deterring visitors

    On Cenang Beach, Mohamad Zaki Najmi sells fun and adventure activities that have powered Langkawi’s tourism economy for years – jet ski rides and boat tours on the Malaysian island’s turquoise waters. But costs are rising fast at the popular island resort, and the sea sports oper…