Home › Travel › Top 10 Perfect Vacation Islands: Malaysi...

Top 10 Perfect Vacation Islands: Malaysia Makes the List Twice

Published: 2026-11-14 👁 101 views
Last updated 2026-11-14 — Island vacations not only help you relax your body and mind but also serve as a great way to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and momentarily unwind. A well-known travel search website has listed the top 10 perfect island destinations in Asia, offering beach lovers...

By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

Island vacations not only help you relax your body and mind but also serve as a great way to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and momentarily unwind. A well-known travel search website has listed the top 10 perfect island destinations in Asia, allowing beach-loving travelers to visit these holiday paradises in 2017 and enjoy the sunshine, beaches, and azure seas in leisure. Malaysia’s Perhentian Islands and Langkawi are among the popular islands that made the list.

The beautiful sunset on the Perhentian Islands makes you want to pause time right here. (Image provided by Tourism Malaysia)

The breathtakingly beautiful Perhentian Islands are world-renowned for their stunning blue waters, attracting visitors from all over the globe. Among the many activities on the Perhentian Islands, scuba diving and snorkeling are especially popular for the chance to see beautiful coral reefs. Coral reefs can be found all over the islands, allowing visitors to freely enjoy the vibrant underwater life. If you're lucky, you might even get up close to sea turtles and friendly reef sharks.

Stroll along the passionate beaches of Langkawi, which boast unique and stunning geological landscapes. (Image provided by Tourism Malaysia)

Langkawi is another dazzling and enchanting island of Malaysia, exuding a laid-back and relaxing atmosphere. The island is located on the country’s west coast. While exploring Langkawi, visitors will discover beautiful beaches such as Tanjung Rhu Beach. Another highly recommended spot is Telaga Harbour, where you can swim to your heart's content in the lake, admire the adjacent beaches, and venture through lush mountain forests.

[Info]
What to do on the Perhentian Islands: The underwater world is everything – try snorkeling or diving.
How to get to the Perhentian Islands: Take a short flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu, then take a ferry to the Perhentian Islands.
Flight duration: 1 hour.

What to do in Langkawi: Besides swimming in calm waters, you can also go on jungle adventures.
How to get there: Take a short flight from Kuala Lumpur to Langkawi.
Flight duration: 1 hour 15 minutes.

 
 

Malaysia Doubles Visa-Free Stay Period for Taiwanese

Share

This article is published by HowToTrip. Sharing and reposting are welcome — please credit the source.
Article URL: https://www.howtotrip.net/views-33780

↑
0