Where to Shop and What to Buy in Langkawi
Duty Free Retail Therapy
Located within easy reach of Malaysia, Langkawi has become quite the hotspot in the region when it comes to shopping. There are plenty of duty free options here so you can enjoy some great deals and bargains that makes retail therapy that much more satisfying! Here are some shopping hotspots worth checking out on your excursions.
1. Jetty Point Complex
Ideally located in the Main Ferry Terminal area, the Jetty Point Complex is a mall that spans 2 storeys, offering lots of shopping options when you visit Langkawi, Malaysia. Head to the top floor where you will find a department store featuring branded apparel and clothing for the whole family along with perfumes, cosmetics and sportswear. Downstairs you will find smaller shops where you can purchase watches, jewellery, chocolates and souvenir items as well. It’s an ideal place to do some shopping when waiting for your ferry, while you do get accommodation options close by as well such as The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa.
2. Teow Soon Huat
When it comes to duty-free shopping in Langkawi, this is one place definitely worth checking out. Part of the Langkawi Parade Mall, Teow Soon Huat is a duty free haven with discounts that can be as much as 70% off! This is the perfect spot to buy liquors and wines from around the world be it Bacardi, Dalmore or Wynns Coonewara Estate. Cuban cigars are also on offer here as well as an array of chocolaty goodness sold at less than the retail price. Make sure to explore the mall where you will also find such brands as Billabong, Guess and Body Glove.
3. Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall
With more than 100 stores on offer, this rather expansive mall has something for everyone. It is a popular haunt amongst local shoppers, as well as foreigners in search of duty-free deals that are available for items such as liquor and chocolates. When shopping here also keep a lookout for cosmetics, electronic items and perfumes along with the ever popular liquor and confectionery varieties.
4. Saga Shopping Centre
Another duty-free hub, the Saga Shopping Centre also offers some great prices and can be found in the town centre of Kuah. This is a great spot to buy items for the household which are reasonably priced as well as crystals, intricate ceramics and clothing.
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