“Luxurious” is often associated with hefty price tag. But when you’ve been working hard and a vacation is what your soul needs, treating yourself to a luxurious beach getaway, no matter how much it costs, only seems justifiable.
The good thing is, there are severalbeach resorts here in Asia that you can visit without having to pay as much as you would when you go on a holiday at many of the world’s most popular beach destinations, say, the Bahamas. Check out the following awesome beach spots:
Hong Kong
Just 30 minutes away by ferry from Central Hong Kong, Silvermine Beach Resort on Lantau Island is one of your most affordable options. Rates can go as low as HKD 1,180 (around USD 150) to book at the room. You can take a dip in the resort’s outdoor swimming pool or go water biking and boating on Silvermine Bay. The resort has a spa where you can relax and get a facial or one of the signature massages. Since the hotel is on Lantau Island, other popular tourist destinations nearby are now more accessible, including the popular cable ride Ngong Ping 360 and Hong Kong Disneyland.
Malaysia
Sunset Beach Resort is located in the popular beach town of Langkawi in Malaysia. While it may not have a spa, it does offer a lush Balinese-style garden where you can relax at any time of the day. You can lounge on beach chairs while enjoying the view of the sunset if you stay at this resort. If you’re looking for white sand beaches, you won’t be disappointed. Sunset Beach Resort is as budget-friendly as it gets. You can avail of a room for as little as MYR 290 (around USD 89). There are restaurants and bars nearby, so grabbing something to eat won’t be a problem.
Philippines
Boracay is the famous island-town located in the Philippines. It’s a plane ride away from Manila so it’s a world away from the noise and energy of the capital city. All of the rooms in Nami Resort have a balcony and a jacuzzi. The hotel offers spa and massage services and even a butler if you need it. Rates at this resort can be as low as PHP 5,700 (USD 130) and that’s a steal considering the luxurious rooms and great location of this resort. You won’t get bored on Boracay Island as there are so many things to do, including para-gliding, boat riding, or scuba diving. Once the sun sets, head on over to Station 2 where most of the bars and restaurants come alive at night.
Thailand
Phuket is Thailand’s beach resort central and there’s quite a lot of affordable resorts to stay at in this town. Chanalai Romantica Resort deserves your consideration. Rooms at this hotel are being offered on travel sites such as Expedia for as low as USD 40. Avail of a Thai massage to complete your Thailand experience. Sample the exquisite buffet or take your pick from their restaurant’s ala Carte menu. Phuket provides a lot of attractions that will surely make your vacation all the more memorable. Enjoy a cabaret show performed by transvestites on Patong Beach or visit the Wat Chalong and Phuket Temples in Chalong.
Indonesia
Say “Bali” and the first thing that crops up in many people’s heads is the beach. Kind Villa Bintang Resort and Spa exemplifies this vision of the exotic island. The resort has a beach bar where you can enjoy cocktails, while watching the sunset with friends. It also offers spa services and you can also choose to take a dip at the resort’s swimming pool, which has direct access to the beach. Rooms at this Balinese beach resort are being offered on travel sites for as low as USD 70. At that price, you won’t get a headache when you read your credit card bill when you get home.
Ready to take a break? These are just some of the luxurious beach resorts that come at a more affordable rate than other well-known beach resorts that could cost more than USD 300 to USD 400 a night. Before you pack your bags and fly off to these destinations, make the reservation with your credit card, as many credit cards provide travel insurance protection if you book flights or hotel rooms using a credit card. Check with your provider if they have outstanding promos available.
By bringing a credit card with you on your trip, you avoid bringing a lot of cash with you so it’s more convenient. Boracay and Phuket have tons of restaurants and bars that accept credit cards. If you don’t have a card yet, you can acquire credit cards from local banks, just make sure to do your research first. Compare features online and find the perfect travel companion for you!
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