Pulau Pangkor, a perfect holiday destination.

NEW Special Edition of the Pulau Pangkor Newsletter

2005-10-28T14:41:00.000+08:00

I hate to do it again. Everybody knows by now that the Pulau Pangkor Newsletter is the only newsletter that keeps you informed about the situation in and around Pangkor. So why bother you again with a message? The reason is the SPECIAL EDITION! Subscribe now to the newsletter and read all about the upcoming holidays: Deeepavali and Hari Raya. Better do it now!

What is Deepavali? What is Hari Raya? Is it safe to travel to Pangkor during the holidays or do you need special police escort? Ofcourse the latter one is a bit ridiculous. It's great fun these days. Why? Read more in the Special Edition of the Pulau Pangkor Newsletter.

You will find some awesome recipes Indians and Muslims prepare for these two days. Subscribe now!

NEW Ikan bilis or anchovies, a delicacy of Pangkor

2005-10-28T14:31:00.000+08:00

Have you ever heard of Ikan Bilis? Ok, you are a Malaysian, you know what I am talking about. For everybody else, ikan bilis is the Malay word for anchovies. And anchovies you do know. You eat it in the pizza, as a small side dish or in the soup.

But did you know where the best anchovies comes from? Nope, not from Italy where they use it in pizzas. Nope, not Taiwan or Thailand. The best, and most natural anchovies comes from Pangkor Island Malaysia.

I know, it's easy to buy anchovies in the supermarket in tin cans. But once you have eaten the real thing, you don't want that anymore. Now, where do you have to look for? Read more at this page.

NEW Raja Muda International Regatta yacht race

2005-10-26T11:02:00.000+08:00

Raja Muda International Regatta yacht race comes to Pangkor Island. At the 20th of November in the morning a fleet of race yachts will be a spectacular view around Pasir Bogak. Do not miss it. Check some details here.

NEW Ship Security Alert System

2005-10-25T19:39:00.000+08:00

By the end of next year all ships above 500 gross tons need to be equiped with a Ship Security Alert System or SSAS. We made it easy for you. Is your ship moving to Malaysia? Then it's time to be equiped with Satamatics SSAS system. Why? We can do it cheap and fast, need more info? Click here for more information how we can help you with your new Ship Security Alert System.

NEW Sembilan Divers shop now open in Lumut

2005-10-04T11:15:00.000+08:00

The opening of the new shop of Sembilan Divers in Lumut was a great success. We all had a lot of fun first with the official part. Quite some people showed up. And in the afternoon? Ahh... read more here.

NEW Lumut Waterfront

2005-09-23T18:48:00.000+08:00

It's already a few months old and many laugh about it when they know what it is. The Lumut Waterfront is a promenade for a nice afternoon walk and a refreshment. Good for if you have to wait in Lumut for your bus. Check now

NEW Hiking in Lumut

2005-09-20T21:41:00.000+08:00

Possible? For sure it is! Is it nice? For sure it's worth if you have to spend an hour or two. What can I expect? Do I need a guide? Isn't it too hot? Can I bring my children? Read the details about hiking in Lumut here

NEW Opening of Sembilan Divers Scuba Diving shop in Lumut

2005-09-17T13:01:00.000+08:00

The already years existing Sembilan Divers operating from Seri Manjung in Perak now have the official opening of their shop in Lumut. It will be a big party divided over two full days. Find the details here and join!

There are prizes to win too so make sure you're there!

UPDATE Facts about Malaysia

2005-09-14T14:38:00.000+08:00

What are the National Holidays in 2006? Important when you come to Malaysia! Why? Well, you may find it difficult to book a hotel room at that specific day.

Fortunately, the Click here for an overview of all the National Holidays from this day on until 2007. Better be informed then have no hotel room!

NEW Teluk Dalam Resort offers FREE stay

2005-09-09T14:01:00.000+08:00

Ever wanted to stay in a comfortable 4 star resort at Pulau Pangkor? Teluk Dalam Resort offers a free stay. No, this is no joke, look here for the details and how you can book your FREE stay at Teluk Dalam Resort.

No idea what Teluk Dalam Resort looks like? For an impression what teluk Dalam Resort looks like, click here

NEW Pulau Pangkor Newsletter no. 7

2005-08-27T10:04:00.000+08:00

The new Pulau Pangkor Newsletter will be released right now! Haven't you subscribed? Do it right now! Subscribe here. But why would you subscribe to a newsletter if you already follow the blog? Answer is that the newsletter has some more details then given here in the blog! So, Subscribe now and get your FREE copy of the Pulau Pangkor Recipes ebook.

UPDATE Get your taxi for a daytrip

2005-06-28T13:40:00.000+08:00

To visit one of the mentioned towns in the area of Pulau Pangkor can be best done by taxi. Fortunately I found a fantastic taxi driver who knows all the best places in the area, speaks excellent English and is an aimable man. Mr. Ruslan is his name. So, for your daytrip to Ipoh, Kuala Kangsar, Pantai Remis or Taiping, why not give him a call, he'll be more then happy to show you around.

NEW Shopping in Sitiawan and Manjung

2005-06-21T03:19:00.000+08:00

Have your holiday at Pangkor Island but you may want to do a bit of shopping. Here's a few good shops to check if you need them. The shopowners will be more then happy to help you with your queries.
Click here for the info about the shops in Sitiawan and Seri Manjung

NEW Weather in the Pangkor area

2005-06-17T13:05:00.000+08:00

Recently I received a query about the weather conditions in North Malaysia. I realized I didn't have information about this subject on the site. Since I live here it was so obvious I overlooked it. I have added therefore a page about the weather.
Have a look here before you come to Malaysia and e good informed.

NEW Indian Wedding

2005-06-01T21:57:00.000+08:00

Last week my friend David asked me to attend the wedding of his son. It was an excellent opportunity to experience an Indian wedding. Find a selection of photos and information about this very special number of days this wedding took place. I have enjoyed it so much. Click here for the details

Planning a beach wedding?

2005-05-16T22:22:00.000+08:00

Planning a beach wedding? What fun!

Beach weddings are becoming more and more popular as people opt for less traditional, more relaxed settings for their big day. They can be much cheaper, less stressful, and just all around plain fun - for everyone!

One thing about choosing a beach wedding theme is that it allows you total creative freedom. Depending on the time of day, the beach can set the mood. At sunrise or sunset, it is a place of serenity, beauty and romance. Mid-day, it is the hub of excitement, activity, and fun. By nature, a beautiful scene has already been set for you. There is no need for many decorations!

Perhaps you will marry in a romantic sunrise ceremony followed by a breakfast reception. How about an early afternoon wedding followed by a beach barbeque? Get your guests involved in the festivities. Plan fun activities such as a sand castle building contest or a volleyball game. Marry at sunset. Follow the ceremony with a wine and cheese reception. Hire a magician!

By the way...

Don't rule out a beach wedding because you don't live near an ocean. The definition of a "beach" is - "the shore of a body of water, especially if sandy or pebbly". That includes lakes and rivers. For that matter, you may have a "beach" by your swimming pool. There are no rules. Be creative!

It is your beach wedding...it can be anything you want it to be - wherever you want it to be! Most of all...have fun!

For more inspiration, visit: http://www.beach-wedding-themes.com. Beach wedding themes full of fun, fantasy and romance!

NEW The Pangkor Village Beach Resort

2005-05-06T11:09:00.000+08:00

Talk about a nice resort in Pangkor, the Pangkor Village is a good one. Located at Pasir Bogak this is the place for groups and tours on a smaller budget. Yes, your reunion or days out with the school class can be held here. Check the details

China, a great travel destination

2005-05-05T10:08:00.000+08:00

If there is one travel destination in the world that has a magic sound to the ears of the traveler over the centuries, then it is China. Fortunately these days China is open to travel. It wasn't always like that in the last 50 years. I have traveled there over the years but I had to wait until John McKenna wrote a good website about China. It's a great travel destination. Go now before it is too late. Check Johns' site here.

NEW Search tool

2005-05-02T15:52:00.000+08:00

You may remeber you read about animals at Pangkor. Maybe it was about the Nipah Bay Villa. Or when the ferries leave. But you forgot where. Good news. There's a new search tools available. Sitesearch gives you all the results in one view. Click here and fill in the search box "pulau pangkor your subject". You'll find all the relevant pages. Hopefully this will help you find what you need.

NEW Nipah Bay Villa

2005-05-01T17:39:00.000+08:00

Affordable chalets in Nipah Bay. The Nipah Bay Villa is a comfortable and reasonable cheap hotel with chalets for couples, families and therefore they have dorms available. Check our Nipah Bay Villa pages.

NEW Study in Ipoh, Malaysia

2005-04-25T14:39:00.000+08:00

The Perak Institute of Electronics (PIE) has some excellent new courses available. Study in Malaysia is not limited to Kuala Lumpur only. In Ipoh the PIE has courses in electronics running. More information? Have a look our "study in Malaysia" page and if you feel this is what you are looking for, fill in the application form and come to Ipoh.

UPDATE Doctor in the Pangkor area

2005-04-20T14:10:00.000+08:00

While on holiday anything can happen. How good you prepare, it can be necessary you need a doctor. Dr. Goh is a womans specialist. He has a clinic in Sitiawan.
Check his details if you need him.

Transport to Pangkor Island Malaysia

2005-04-19T14:27:00.000+08:00

Come to Pangkor Island in North West Malaysia. But how? Car? Bus? Train? Taxi? All is possible. Check it out.

Facts for the traveler

2005-04-18T18:12:00.000+08:00

Are you planning to come to Malaysia? To Pangkor? You need to know a few things. What? Things like money, ATM, postal service, telephone and much more. It's all compilated for your at facts about Pangkor.

Main attractions at Pulau Pangkor

2005-04-17T10:33:00.000+08:00

Although Pangkor Island is small, it is a good place to hang out for even a few weeks. As a 3 week holiday destination for example. So, what is there to do except beaches, blue water and sun shine? This page tells you all about the main attractions and hidden gems which can be visited. Check them out and let me know what you think about it.