In planning a trip to Southeast Asia, Thailand and Indonesia top most travelers' lists. But the destination that's earned a spot as one of my family's all-time favorites in the world is Langkawi, an archipelago located off the coast of Malaysian Borneo. The region's landscape features wild jungles and a pristine coastline with crystal-clear water.
You can have dinner alongside dusky leaf monkeys, brave your way across the spectacular Langkawi SkyBridge, and cruise through mangrove forests — just the right balance of adventure and relaxation, and it's all set against the dreamiest backdrop. Read on to learn more about why this far-off destination is well worth the journey.