Langkawi is probably better known for upmarket beach resorts, but there are cheaper options. Laid back Pantai Cenang is situated on a long sandy beach which never gets crowded. There is a good choice of places to eat, drink and stay, some right on the beach. The AB motel has clean rooms with a/c, fridge and TV. We stayed in the (most expensive) room at only £24 a night.
07000 Langkawi, Kedah Darul Aman, Malaysia, Pantai Cenang, Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia
+60 (0)49551300
Google map: tinyurl.com/2wpet3h
A summer only day trip starting with a ferry from John O'Groat's to Orkney, followed by a coach tour of Orkney including stops at Skara Brae, the Italian Chapel and Kirkwall. Fantastic value at £42 for the basic trip. On the way back whales were spotted and the ferry stopped so that passengers could get a good look.
www.jogferry.co.uk
John O’ Groats Ferries Limited,
The Ferry Office,
John O’ Groats,
Caithness, Scotland,
KW1 4YR
+44 1955 611353
Google map: tinyurl.com/39v93s7
Infinity pool with great views of Dubai. Drinks and snacks available, children are not admitted. Day visitors can pay to use all the hotel's leisure facilities.
grandjumeirah.habtoorhotels.com
PO Box 24454, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Tel: +971 4 408 4444
Google map: tinyurl.com/33brom2
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