Sabang Cruises, Indonesia

Sabang’s sat on the small island of Pulau Weh, on one of Indonesia’s northern peninsulas. Pulau Weh’s known as the ‘Island of a Thousand Fortresses’, thanks to the amount of Japanese bunkers left over from the Second World War that are scattered around. The town itself is a sleepy, traditional place, home mostly to fishermen. You can sample famous Indonesian dishes like otak otak – steamed fish wrapped in banana leaves – at the local restaurants. The native culture’s not alone here, though. You’ll see plenty of colonial-style buildings peppering the streets – each one a nod to its past under Dutch rule. The area’s also a diver’s dream – its waters are full of marine life, including stingrays, lionfish, and dolphins.

• Hop in a taxi for five minutes to Sumur Tiga beach. You’ll end up on white sands backed by palm trees and a handful of cafés, with nothing but ocean in front of you.
• Drop in at Anak Laut Lake. This huge freshwater lake is a 20-minute drive from Sabang, and supplies most of the island’s water. It’s a really laidback spot, closed in by lofty, tree-decked hills.