The tranquil atmosphere, fantastic beaches, warm weather, gastronomical delights and enriching culture is what attracts tourists from all over the globe. Kuantan holidays allow you to relax and unwind away from the frenzy of urban life. Kuantan is considered as a commercial, social and economical hub for the East Coast region of Peninsular Malaysia. From a sleepy town it has rapidly developed into a modern city. It is mostly famous for batik, handicrafts, salt fish and dried fish crackers. Holidays in Kuantan caters to all kinds of people from children to adults alike. A variety of attractions await the visitors when they holiday in Kuantan. Since Kuantan has a tropical climate, it is a year round vacation destination and is very popular with British travellers. The most popular and enticing factor of Kuantan are the sandy white beaches and crystal clear waters. The Teluk Cempedak Beach is very popular with tourists and its enclosed bay makes it possible to indulge in a plethora of aqua sports such as jet-skiing, surfing and swimming. A lot of street food stalls and restaurants line the beach. Teluk Cempedak also has a forest reserve which houses a lot of admirable flora and fauna. A range of trails allow hikers and trekkers to explore the area. Balok Beach is a fabulous place for windsurfing. A wide range of Kuantan hotels and Kuantan resorts are situated here which provide facilities for scuba diving, snorkeling and sailing. Every year a windsurfing event called “Monsoon Madness” is held here with windsurfers vying for top sot on the Balok waters. Some of the other lovely beaches are Beserah, Batu Hitam, Chendor, Lanjut/Rompin Beach and Rantau Abang. Rantau Abang is where the massive leatherback turtle comes to nest each year. Visits can catch a glimpse of the turtles climbing the beach slopes to lay eggs and return to the sea if they visit Kuantan between May and September. Cherating is situated about 75 km to the north of Kuantan. It is an ideal recreational spot offering a host of water sports activities such as snorkeling, parasailing, swimming and windsurfing. The beautiful sandy beaches are lined with Casuarina trees and present a scenic sight.

One of the key highlights of the beach is the rustic ambience in the kampungs where the hospitable people usually play host to the tourists. Cherating is frequented by backpackers where most of the guesthouses serve dinner for wayfarers at a fixed time. This is a great way to meet other travellers. Cherating is also famous for sea turtles while the beach waters are quite uneventful. Cherating is a good base for exploring the nearby areas. For a relaxed Kuantan holiday, you can include Cherating in your itinerary. The 4 star Holiday Villas Cherating is a lovely place to stay when you visit Cherating. The islands off the eastern coast of Kuantan offer astounding marine ecosystems and fantastic beaches.  Some of the islands are Tioman Island, Redang Island, Perhentian Island and Kapas Island. Within close proximity to Kuantan are some cool mountain townships that offer a welcome respite from the warmer beach climate. Some of the popular highlands are Cameron Highlands, Fraser’s Hill, Berjaya Hill, and Genting Highlands. Challenging white water rafting, adventurous jungle treks or a silent communion with nature are among the range of activities that can be experienced at Kunatan’s outdoor environment. Kunatan offers daily tours to nearby townships and marine parks where you can enjoy nature at its best. Kuantan is also very famous for its scenic waterfalls. These spectacular and natural cascades of water originating from the mountains offer tourists a chance to take a dip and refresh themselves in rejuvenating and mineral rich waters. The Sungai Pandan Waterfalls is a well known tourist spot about 25 km away from Kuantan. Located within a jungle and 75 meters above sea level, the waterfalls present a series of cascading drops of water up to 100 metres high.  Sungai Berkelah is 47 km from Kuantan and the Berkelah River offers opportunities for canyoning along the pools of the waterfalls. Other well known waterfalls that are ideal for taking a dip are Jerengkang Waterfalls, Lata Iskandar Waterfalls and Champang waterfalls. All the waterfalls sites are good places for trekking, camping and picnicking. Go on a holiday to Kuantan along with your family and reconnect with nature. The iconic waterfalls are attractive getaways for the locals from the city especially during the weekend. If you are the adventurous type, you can go on a river cruise down the Kuantan River and pass by modern skyscrapers and traditional fishing villages. At night you can stop to watch the sparkling fireflies, thousands of them glittering in the dark presenting a fascinating spectacle. Sometimes you can even spot an alligator or two popping its head out of the river. The Wan Fo Tien Temple is a Buddhist temple situated on the outskirts of Kuantan. The highlight of the temple is a 5.5m high Buddha statue. The surrounding areas present picturesque vistas. Choosing good hotels in Kuantan is very easy since you can find accommodations that suit your budget and needs. For a fabulous 5 star Kuantan hotel, you could enjoy a stay at the Eastern Pavilion. Since food and accommodation are available at cheap rates, it is not difficult to have cheap holidays to Kuantan. Great Kuantan deals at unbelievable rates may be offered in certain hotels. Kuantan is a perfect base for exploring the surrounding regions. Kuantan late deals are also available online as also package holidays to Kuantan. International travellers must fly to Kuala Lumpur and from there they can take domestic flights to Kuantan airport. Cheap Kuantan holidays can be acheived when you make early bookings for hotels and flights. For an exotic and culturally enriching holiday, Kuantan is the place for you.