If you are flying to the east coast from KL or Singapore you
will land in Kuantan, and it's well worth exploring the city.
Kuantan is the capital of Malaysia's largest state, Pahang, and
sits roughly at the midpoint of the east coast of Peninsular
Malaysia. The number of quality beaches accessible from Kuantan is
impressive, making it a tropical retreat on a large, and diverse,
scale. The city is also a culinary hotspot, famous for its
delicious and locally produced dried fish dishes, Indian
specialities and street food. Kuantan is also well known for a
number of large and beautiful waterfalls.
Thirty kilometres north of the east coast's largest city
Kuantan is the beach village of Cherating. This laid-back fishing
village is a popular hangout for backpackers and even surfers
during the monsoon season, due to its lovely beaches and seasonal
swell. Visitors can also enjoy jungle trekking, yachting and
turtle-spotting at the turtle sanctuary. The award-winning
Cherating Club Med, Asia's first and recently renovated, is an
excellent choice for those seeking all-inclusive
indulgence.