Hi guys! I'm a solo traveler who will be visiting Malaysia in early December. As much as I really want to explore Langkawi, I'm afraid I will run into insects / lizards there given it's a beach area and have heard such experiences from people who visited Bali etc.

I have an irrational fear of all insects (to the point I'm scared of big houseflies, moths and butterflies). Given this, would you suggest I take the risk or drop it entirely and go to Penang instead?

I'm already going to KL and Genting, just the third stop on my itinerary is kind of up in the air. Would appreciate any suggestions and advice in general as well for a first time solo visitor!