A new kind of travel trend emerges In recent years, a fresh and unusual type of tourism has started gaining attention around the world. It's called doomsday tourism. This article focuses on one form of doomsday tourism: the type based on exploring safe zones, survival bunkers, and historical shelters linked to global conflict and the fear of nuclear war. It is important to not confuse this trend with other uses of the same term. Doomsday tourism is sometimes used to des

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Langkawi's moment of renewal Langkawi, nestled off the northwest coast of Malaysia, is the crown jewel of a 99-island archipelago in the Andaman Sea. With its lush landscapes, pristine beaches, vibrant retail scene and cultural richness, Langkawi has long captivated both local and international travellers. As a designated Duty-Free Zone since 1987 and a recognised UNESCO Global Geopark since 2007, the island has been steadily growing as a world-class tourism hotspot. Ye