| The Royal Langkawi Yacht Club (RLYC) is a | | | | colourful guests to an equally varied culinary |
| marina and a premier yachting and sailing club. The | | | | palate. |
| establishment is situated on the island of Langkawi | | | | Charlie's Place serves Malaysian and Western |
| (Kedah), Malaysia. | | | | dishes, delectable cocktails and various beverages |
| (Latitude 6o 18.2' N, Longitude 99 o 51.1' E, its | | | | to accompany the picturesque sunsets and |
| main radio service being accessible at VHF Channel | | | | sensual bellows of the sea. |
| 69.) | | | | Captain's Deck is far more adventurous, and its |
| In 2008, the Christofle Asia Boating Awards -- the | | | | menu, featuring pan-Asian delicacies, panders |
| region's premier sailing event, which celebrates the | | | | toward the eclectic. Here, live music would |
| efforts of boat builders, marinas, clubs, | | | | serenade patrons, who are given the choice of |
| enthusiasts and other like-minded individuals -- | | | | savouring the fine dining experience from various |
| crowned The Royal Langkawi Yacht Club with the | | | | locations on the penthouse deck (all of which |
| title of Best Asian Marine / Yacht Club of the | | | | display an arresting view of the marina and the |
| Year. | | | | azure blue sea). The Royal Langkawi Yacht Club is |
| Former Commodore of the RLYC, Tunku Tan Sri | | | | quite capable of handling functions, and may |
| Abdullah, has seen it fit to attribute the win to the | | | | accommodate up to 300 people at any one time. |
| dedication and hard work of staff, and the loyalty | | | | There is something for everyone at the The |
| of members and supporters. RLYC Rear | | | | Royal Langkawi Yacht Club: Those seeking play or |
| Commodore, Tunku Soraya Dakhlah Tunku Tan | | | | peace of mind may be drawn to the |
| Sri Abdullah, also adds that the recognition would | | | | waterfront swimming pool, jaccuzi and sauna. |
| only increase Langkawi's reputation and desirability | | | | Deep-sea fishing, sailing, and scuba diving may |
| as Asia's premier sailing destination. | | | | fancy the inquisitive and hardcore sea-lovers. The |
| In brief, the award of Best Asian Marine / Yacht | | | | audaciously daring should not hold back from |
| Club of the Year looked at and tips its hat to | | | | experiencing the jet skis and speedboats. |
| various features of The Royal Langkawi Yacht | | | | The Royal Langkawi Yacht Club offers, through |
| Club. | | | | its Hocus Pocus, three outlets for the curious: The |
| Firstly, as a marina: The Royal Langkawi Yacht | | | | Boatique, a chandlery, featuring signature |
| Club allocates some 205 berths for docking | | | | souvenirs, marine supplies and general items; The |
| yachts. These berths vary in size and cater to a | | | | Bottle Shop, a duty-free wine and liquor outlet; |
| diverse range of crafts; in addition, six areas have | | | | and the Cyber Centre, an internet cafe. |
| also been designated for mega yachts (of up to | | | | If personal sightseeing and exploration is more to |
| 60m in length, and a low tide depth of 3 meters). | | | | one's liking, The Royal Langkawi Yacht Club allows |
| All berths enjoy electricity supply (single phase and | | | | guest to book tours, and charter yachts from the |
| 3 phase, from 32A to 100A), free water, wireless | | | | various offices within club premises. Guests may |
| Internet access (spanning the whole club/marina), | | | | try exploring the island of Langkawi itself, which is |
| shower rooms/toilets, a swimming pool, 24 hours | | | | abundantly laden with lush greenery, gorgeous |
| of security, maintenance services, laundry, fax, | | | | (and historical) locations, an assortment of |
| telephone services, and a supply of diesel fuel. | | | | sea-based culinary delights, and folklore spanning |
| Qualified professionals, equipped with the expertise | | | | some few centuries (oftentimes curiously |
| to handle minor boat repairs and basic boat | | | | interweaved with history.) A nearby island, Pulau |
| maintenance, are in attendance at all berths. | | | | Dayang Bunting, renown for its uniquely placed |
| Then, as a club: The Royal Langkawi Yacht Club | | | | fresh water lake and scenic seaside, may also |
| plays host to The Royal Langkawi International | | | | prove to be a tempting and irresistible draw for |
| Regatta. First established in 2003, the event has | | | | those with an affinity for natural beauty. |
| managed to attract the biggest names from the | | | | The Royal Langkawi Yacht Club is both marina |
| international yacht racing and sailing crowd ever | | | | and club, and it strives to afford world-class |
| since. | | | | facilities and a variety of leisure diversions to its |
| As The Royal Langkawi Yacht Club has become | | | | distinguished guests. |
| an international melting pot of sorts, its two main | | | | The establishment warmly welcomes all to the |
| restaurants, Charlie's Place and Captain's Deck, | | | | experience. |
| choose to reflect this status by treating its | | | | |