This budget-friendly island is perfect for Indian travelers, not Thailand, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, this is…
The total estimated cost of travel and accommodation from India to this island is about Rs 25,000. The price for two nights of hotel accommodation ranges from Rs 2,000 to Rs 5,000.
The number of Indians traveling abroad is steadily increasing, with significant increase in solo and budget travelers. While destinations like Thailand, Indonesia and Sri Lanka are still popular, the Maldives continue to attract travelers with its stunning white sand coast.
Among these well-known attractions, an island has recently gained perfect affordability and beauty on social media. Langkawi is one of the 99 archipelagos on the northern coast of Malaysia and is visa-free for Indian travelers. In addition, food, accommodation, alcohol and even gasoline are very cheap. Solo Traveler Roop Verma's viral video has attracted attention as she shares detailed insights on exploring this hidden gem.
Roop Verma visited her Instagram account @Roopvermaa and shared insights about Langkawi. She noted in the title that direct flights from Kuala Lumpur can be provided directly. The estimated total cost of travel and accommodation from India is around Rs 25,000. The price for two nights of hotel accommodation ranges from Rs 2,000 to Rs 5,000. Meals are usually priced between Rs 600 and Rs 1,000 and local activities are priced between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,000.
In her video, Verma highlights several lesser-known aspects of Langkawi. She was surprised that the island she called “hidden gems” was visa-free and obligated, making it attractive to those who like alcoholic beverages. Vegetarian food is easy to obtain and costs around Rs 200 to 300. The price of petrol is an unusually high at Rs 40 per liter, allowing visitors to rent a car and explore the island freely.
Langkawi is praised for its amazing natural features including beaches, waterfalls, caves and jungles, which are home to diverse wildlife. Monitoring lizards and other animals can be freely seen.
Roop Verma's video highlights Langkawi is an amazing and budget-friendly destination that is perfect for a pleasant vacation.
The video has quickly become more popular on social media, accumulating over 88 million views. It received more than 2.7 million stocks, and more than 6,000 comments.
The video sparked reaction between viewers. One user shared their experience and pointed out that the island has fewer beautiful and crowded environments compared to popular destinations like Thailand and Bali, while expressing concern about the increase in tourism. Another user announced the upcoming trip to Lankavi.
However, some viewers expressed doubts. One comment questioned the affordability of the destination, while another objected to the availability of vegetarian foods, citing their experience on a January 2024 visit.
