When asked about the sea gypsy way of life, Saluoy Hantalae's eyes flashed with happiness. The woman of Urak Lawoi origin from Lipe island, rushed to bring a ga-bang boat (traditional boat used by sea gypsies) model and explained vividly.
A controversial land row on idyllic Koh Lipe that has marginalised the indigenous Urak Lawoi people for far too long demands more attention from the government and authorities concerned.