By Anna DuddingIn Malaysia, Anna Dudding finds a supreme way to get away from everyday life. When I was in my 20s a friend and I set off on a six-week jaunt through Malaysia and Thailand. Getting there• Malaysia Airlines flies from Auckland to Kuantan, via Kuala Lumpur, with Economy Class return fares starting from $1511. Club Med Cherating Beach is about 45 minutes' drive from Kuantan airport. • Club Med Cherating Beach has five-night all-inclusive holidays priced from $925 per adult and $555 per child (flights additional, valid for booking until April 30).

Source: New Zealand Herald November 27, 2016 01:47 UTC