Sometimes, the best holiday plans involve having… fewer plans! With its golden beaches, tropical surroundings and inviting resort experiences, Desaru Coast in Malaysia is a lovely place to step away from busy routines and rediscover the pleasure of taking life at a gentler pace.
Stay Beside the Beach
Make a beachfront luxury property overlooking the South China Sea, such as Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas, your home for a while, set amidst idyllic lagoons and gardens. Choose from ocean-facing rooms, private pool villas or spacious residences with infinity pools. Having the beach just moments away means you can start the morning with sea views and end the day listening to the gentle sound of the waves.
Indulge in a Wellness Retreat
Give yourself time to recharge with spa experiences, including traditional Malaysian and Ayurvedic healing therapies and other restorative rituals. At Desaru Coast-based luxury resorts in Malaysia, you can also jog through tropical gardens, try beachside yoga and savour a healthy gourmet breakfast. Some properties, like the one mentioned above, also offer sunrise sessions using a dong stick, a bamboo cane that supports mindful movement, balance and flexibility.
Experience Private Dining
You can enjoy a private beachfront feast or a relaxed family barbecue too. Arrange a romantic meal beneath the stars with a personalised menu, dedicated chef, butler and sommelier services, perhaps ending around a bonfire with toasted marshmallows. Alternatively, have your chef prepare fresh seafood and grilled favourites at your pool villa, or take charge of the barbecue while a butler handles the other details.
Enjoy the Art of Slow Travel
Desaru Coast rewards those who take their time. At low tide, look out for fascinating little creatures such as sand bubbler crabs, or join a naturalist-led walk and spot local birds too. You can also try kayaking, paddleboarding, golf, mangrove eco-tours, fruit farm visits and foodie discoveries in Johor Bahru Old Town. Some resorts will give you a chance to join a terrarium-making or cooking class, but remember to leave plenty of room for simply enjoying the beach!
