The Perhentian Islands are a Malaysian archipelago, located just off the northeastern coast of Peninsular Malaysia, known as the ‘Maldives of Malaysia’. This is a popular destination for ...

And, while some of the top Thai islands look better on Instagram than they do in real life, Koh Lipe, known by locals and travelers as the "Maldives ... and a waterfall hidden in the jungle.

About 419 miles northeast of Aharen Beach (an overlooked Japanese gem rivaling the Maldives ... there is a discount.