Nov - Sept12½ hoursGMT +8Any age Malaysia Family HolidaysWith its wonderful climate, superb beaches, beautiful hotels, friendly people and varied landscape
Malaysia is an ideal destination to visit with your children. The beautiful island of Langkawi, easily reached by air, just 1 hour from
Kuala Lumpur is perfect for families where everything and anything is available; huge underground caverns, soaring mountains, primeval rainforests, tropical beaches and a bustling metropolis full of markets.
Our recommended hotels are
The Andaman and
Four Seasons Resort Langkawi.
The AndamanSituated in the heart of a 50 million-year-old virgin rainforest between a majestic mountain range and the
Andaman Sea, this resort is perfectly situated to enjoy the island's wildlife and the stunning 1.5km sandy beach of
Datai Bay, while also providing great facilities for parents travelling with a family.
Designed in traditional Malaysian style, this spacious low rise resort provides 186 guest rooms and suites with soaring views across the Andaman Sea. With a choice of rainforest or sea-facing views, the cosy deluxe rooms offer king or twin beds, ideal for couples and small families. Some rooms are interconnecting (suite to deluxe room) while, for a nominal charge, extra beds can be added to most room categories.
A variety of food and beverage outlets provide ample dining options and children's menus are available at each.
Facilities include a magnificent lagoon-style swimming pool, games room and fitness centre. Non-motorised watersports facilities include snorkelling, windsurfing and sailing while, for the less energetic, the hillside Spa, with its magnificent views of the bay, offers a wide range of luxurious pampering treatments.
For younger guests, there is a children's pool, Kids Club (free of charge to guests and open Wednesday to Monday) where supervised activities are enjoyed and a baby-sitting service.
The cost of the above is from £1,295 per person based on two adults travelling with two children. This price is inclusive of international economy class flights, return airport transfers, 7 nights in two deluxe rooms with breakfast.
The Four Seasons Resort LangkawiLocated on Langkawi's northern cape, the Four Seasons Resort stretches along a 1.5km expanse of fine white sand, against a backdrop of towering granite cliffs and mountainous rainforest, facing west to the Andaman Sea.
All 91 Malaysian style guest pavilions have sensational sea views while some villas and all lower-level pavilions include secluded outdoor bathrooms. Children 18 years old and under can be accommodated at no additional charge in their parents' pavilion or villa, subject to maximum occupancy guidelines. A crib or daybed is available upon request.
Younger guests are also provided with child-size bathrobes, chilled juices by the bedside each evening and complimentary babies' and children's amenities and toys.
Three bars and restaurants offer a range of spectacular cuisine from Asia and the Mediterranean. The resort has also designed a children's menu that includes breakfast and all-day dining selections and doubles up as a colouring book!
There is a lap pool and a family pool which overlooks the beach and the Andaman Sea. Scuba diving, sailing and cruising are all available for hotel guests.
Four Seasons Resort Langkawi has an itinerary and activities tailor-made to ensure that your little ones feel welcome. They can arrange activities such as touring mangrove swamps, spotting tropical animals or simply walking and taking in the wonderful surroundings.
For parents wishing to completely unwind, there is a beautiful Spa and fitness centre which guests, over the age of 13 years, are welcome to use.
Babysitting is available upon request.
The cost of the above is from £1,595 per person based on two adults travelling with two children. This price is inclusive of International economy class flights, return airport transfers, 7 nights in two deluxe rooms with breakfast.
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