Located in Southeast Asia, encompassing a peninsula on the Asian mainland and the northern island of Borneo, Malaysia offers a wealth of unique sights and experiences. From the glittering skyscrapers of its capital to island rainforests with exotic wildlife and idyllic beach islets, a luxury holiday to Malaysia offers something for everyone.
You have travelled quite a distance with your family to get to Malaysia so the chances are you will want even your youngest members to be aware of their greater surroundings. Look out for features such as the Young Explorer’s Club in the Andaman Langkawi which will introduce your youngsters to the natural world around them as well as fun sports and crafts. On Borneo, Shangri-La has ranger activities which allow children to assist the ranger with his daily tasks as well as meet Orang-Utans. If you would like a more adventurous family holiday where your children will be entertained as well as challenged then Malaysia may be just the place for you!
‘Mile Long Beach, Tropical Experience’
Set amidst an archipelago of 99 islands within Southeast Asia's first UNESCO Geopark, Four Seasons Resort Langkawi is situated on a remote mile long beach surrounded by tropical vegetation. There are 91 villas and pavilions that are either beachfront or surrounded by landscaped gardens and all have a private terrace with lounge and dining areas. The resort has two pools, a spa, fitness centre, tennis courts and watersport activities – paddle-boarding, wake-boarding, jet skiing and more. There are 3 restaurants which offer a variety of cuisine, a bar serving cocktails and the opportunity for a private dining experience in your villa or on the shoreline.
'Exclusive Malay Hideaway'
Tanjong Jara Resort faces the South China Sea and boasts a shoreline of palm-fringed golden sand. Inspired by 17th century Malay palaces, the resort blends elegantly with its surrounding landscape and has earned the Aga Khan Award for Architecture. All rooms are crafted from fine local materials and combine intricate design with rich timber and fabric, along with picture-perfect views of the ocean or tropical gardens. Dine in one of three restaurants offering local delicacies and flavours or explore a selection of private dining experiences. Resort activities include snorkelling and diving excursions, plus guided bicycle tours of the local village; there is an award-winning spa that features a variety of traditional Malay massages and treatments that should not be missed.