Beach Holidays

Compare coastal bases, beach access, transport and the everyday details that make a seaside stay work.

Langkawi with a Budget for Getting Around the Island

Langkawi accommodation can look inexpensive until every meal and outing requires another journey.

Da Nang can work as a beach-and-city base with a separate Hoi An outing, but the two experiences should not be squeezed into every day.

You do not need to spend hours in the water to enjoy a beach holiday.