Malaysia’s Perhentian Islands are to beach bums what Kobe beef is to carnivores; once you’ve experienced it, nothing else quite matches up.The two main islands are the backpacker-happy Pulau Perhentian Kecil (Small Perhentian Island), and Pulau Perhentian Besar (Big Perhentian Island), which has slightly more expensive accommodations.
Highlight: The blue waters off Pulau Perhentian Kecil invariably contain turtles and small sharks.
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Less developed and less polished than Thailand, Tioman Island’s Juara Beach brings an all-natural, quiet vibe to the beach experience. This isn’t the place for parties or nightlife, unless you like your parties hushed and your nightlife nonhuman.
Worth knowing: Various travelers report sand flies on the beach.
5 great Malaysian islands — from Tioman to Langkawi
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Photo: Vibecke Markhus
Photo: Vibecke Markhus
Photo: Vibecke Markhus
Photo: Vibecke Markhus
Photo: Vibecke Markhus
