tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35331614715877908762024-03-18T16:41:19.577+08:00blissfulgurothe adventures of a public school teacher and how she finds bliss in anything and everything...blissfulgurohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13870571892501378691noreply@blogger.comBlogger66115tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3533161471587790876.post-7675694917527574622024-03-13T18:26:00.001+08:002024-03-14T10:04:11.801+08:00Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi: A Private Island Getaway<p><img title="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Review" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Review" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3PNRVzaGWNWfcavbRUAMRh2gpwqiDMkJ41fmkkW-m4sFCsyJ_iarNOfXWHipj5_y5N4f6oFgBNufw8vQyniOsa03cQtyK8Zko1LlKa6jGPak8MkPHCmC9subzOLY3cg8qEY9lhhffjBcnH1vL1z-tDVIlXgMskslz_QIsVj4hmTyPl03SbQIx00RK7ffY/s1600/_DSC2071-02-01.jpg" /></p> <p>It was two in the afternoon and the sea breeze was lulling me to sleep. I was sitting on the veranda of our suite in Rebak Island, watching the waves softly hit the shore, birds fluttering and flying across the clear sky. I gazed through the glass door of the suite and noticed that our son was fast asleep. I then gestured to the hubby to join me for an afternoon coffee. It was one of those rare moments when all I could think about was to be present at the moment. <br /> <br /><strong>Langkawi</strong> was our second stop on our 35-day backpacking trip around <a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/search/label/Malaysia"><strong>Malaysia</strong></a>, <a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/search/label/Singapore"><strong>Singapore</strong></a>, and a couple of islands in the <a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/search/label/Philippines"><strong>Philippines</strong></a>. We called our trip, <a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/07/backpacking-with-kid-2023.html"><strong>Backpacking With A Kid 2023</strong></a> since it’s our first time to bring our three-year-old son on this kind of trip. We traveled during my two-month school break, after the restrictions from the worldwide pandemic eased up. </p> <a name='more'></a> <br /> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>REBAK ISLAND RESORT & MARINA BLOG REVIEW</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS <hr /> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2024/03/rebak-island-resort-langkawi-review.html#about">Rebak Island Resort & Marina</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2024/03/rebak-island-resort-langkawi-review.html#rebak-suite">Rebak Suite</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2024/03/rebak-island-resort-langkawi-review.html#beach-pool">Beach And Pool</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2024/03/rebak-island-resort-langkawi-review.html#senari-sea-view-restaurant">Senari Sea View Restaurant</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2024/03/rebak-island-resort-langkawi-review.html#nature-walk">Sunday Morning Nature Walk</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2024/03/rebak-island-resort-langkawi-review.html#other-activities">Other Activities</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2024/03/rebak-island-resort-langkawi-review.html#final-thoughts">Final Thoughts</a></li> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br /><strong><font color="#c0504d" size="3">➤ </font></strong><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/city/190-langkawi-things-to-do/?aid=524" rel="nofollow"><strong><font size="3">BOOK DISCOUNTED LANGKAWI TOURS HERE!</font></strong></a> <br /><strong><font color="#c0504d" size="3">➤ </font></strong><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649718&city=16928" rel="nofollow"><strong><font size="3">CHECK FOR AFFORDABLE LANGKAWI HOTELS HERE!</font></strong></a> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 id="about" align="center"><font size="5">REBAK ISLAND RESORT & MARINA</font></h2> <hr /> <p>Rebak Island Resort & Marina is an exclusive <strong>390-acre island resort in Langkawi</strong> that offers secluded beaches and lush tropical jungles. The island is home to several local flora and fauna, the perfect escape from the bustling city life. </p> <p><img title="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Review" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Review" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhVPH-abJGE19Ca_o_jGsFXHlsNc30ehYoZ7lOrCupaJjniuhM4RX0mFYonoR5uUX8CBnyuyFUSmkmmBbg5QcK-9cI99I3ORUtyI9NKoPYbggOgrOszGaudalv_HXcgzQZQXY85V09fzTH94B0fmMqfN4chWfl7LYcNwMOsFiQlUWp3bKGbRjmQYkHOaQR/s1600/IMG_20230729_122640-01.jpg" /></p> <p>After checking out from our <a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/11/mercure-langkawi-pantai-cenang-hotel-near-beach.html"><strong>hotel in Pantai Cenang</strong></a>, we booked a taxi online to the resort’s jump-off point. We arrived at the pier at around two in the afternoon, just in time for the next scheduled speedboat to the island. We were ushered to a registration area where our bags were collected—we got reunited with our stuff when we checked into our suite. <br /> <br />The scenic speedboat ride to the island took almost ten minutes. We passed through beautiful terrains and yachts that were docked on the marina. There was a buggy waiting for us when we arrived on the island. Akira, our son, wanted to ride in front which the driver obliged—he held Akira all throughout the ride. </p> <p><img title="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Review" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Review" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLoZo6_bJl-pLiUQTcK1JeAzv-MFvxEdktxpVPHAs3-Ht-6dwMGjge3XCwfvBexbPukjCgg9V9kPNmKTL31PA90TAYZrCEjSTtDJVJsDBlKbjUnQ2SwjqNFeDzUb0Crb6f_HmdmNdhskAlNyXTMCU-8M8Vbla1UjmTP9qMGnj4dBCnnVtXokQcsJUtqaoP/s1600/IMG_20230729_170253-01.jpg" /></p> <p>We were brought to the main receiving area and were given cold towels and refreshing welcome drinks. The check-in process was a breeze and in no time, we were given the cutest keycard ever to our suite. It was a wooden card, and I asked one of the staff if I could bring it home as a souvenir—they happily granted my request. <br /> <br />We were then ushered to a buggy once again, which brought us to our home for three days in Rebak Island.</p> <p><strong><font size="3"><font color="#c0504d">➤</font> </font></strong><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-MY/activity/8024-private-car-charter-langkawi/?aid=524" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong><font size="3">BOOK CAR RENTAL IN LANGKAWI HERE!</font></strong></a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 id="rebak-suite" align="center"><font size="5">REBAK SUITE</font></h2> <hr /> <p>Our suite was located on the second level of a two-storey structure that resembled a traditional Malay house. We tapped the wooden keycard that opened up to an amazingly huge suite.</p> <p><img title="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Rebak Suite" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Rebak Suite" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimWUA_dEiEjoASXCTAE1aGUP6L3q-r9FbHva5G9-qfdzMjzWVuGW5GaK5eEtoFQ2HTQPp5O-9tk5VKtoszOfEgqfxwc5WZAMBkIV26fI4_FyJHgecf1w0EJuhBKdNEkFQfdwDmJfz6c-p-wwg0R241AZiv5dV-qnuXxyrWpc5D-5fQoxHlG1VSwhYxvIcb/s1600/IMG_20230729_113016-01.jpg" /></p> <p>What I noticed first was the beautiful layout. The wrap-around plan made Akira go round and round the whole area, pretending he’d be gone and be back again. The different areas were clearly defined and it was quite nice that they put a lot of windows off the side of the room that faced the <strong>Senari Strait</strong>. You can actually open up the whole space with a great view of the sea by parting all the curtains. </p> <p style="text-align: left;"><span><span style="color: rgb(192, 80, 77);"><strong><font size="3">➤ </font></strong><a href="https://www.agoda.com/rebak-island-resort-and-marina-langkawi/hotel/langkawi-my.html?cid=1649718" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong><font size="3">CHECK DISCOUNTED RATES HERE!</font></strong></a></span></span></p> <p><img title="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Rebak Suite" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Rebak Suite" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGxInUTQwOdE4ZgWmXM58b82lVUHTlmPEhEqyBnCLDppNKvUi15SBcnp86piv4LqakAteWbN5UDVC9i4Fm37GNqhJEAzeKfO0KcQ33OasyImdbqlDUcikY7Cbsgk2FwLPmSCCkYKQnXVW8jaavKb4BBjAsHnaKV3YmLSV1nkSx4Cy4eOjRRbAVfvYCq1rD/s1600/IMG_20230728_153855-01.jpg" /></p> <p>The design of the 76-square meter suite was mostly traditional Malay. From the steep thatched roof to the wooden floors and ceilings, you’d feel the room’s tropical vibes right away. There were also a few <em>batik</em> creations hanging on the wall. <br /> <br />There’s a living area with a TV—that we didn’t get to use—and a coffee pod machine. There’s also a mini fridge and a workstation. A comfy sofa that can also be used as an extra bed was in the middle of the room with a center table. A ceiling fan was also installed in the middle of the room. </p> <p><img title="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Rebak Suite" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Rebak Suite" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTku1gGYi3-Skd-t-EP0yiVhQCe5UYuZyDg2OuaRZgbYlcaVeY6lCZ1qcsyJTWw3vZtWU6YQq28tMQdxvhdtrYwBjqOuMASiMoe3VOBn6FiPPfT1V7YM-hpqoANjUiInQCy0qoNZCOdUPW3YLUtcWJdsHMm70Ym1oMiJbPNq4vU7P9_U9uTCQDbySZiOXI/s1600/IMG_20230728_154202-01.jpg" /></p> <p>The king-sized bed was framed with an accent wall painted with a reddish-orange tone. Table and wall lamps were everywhere which added a homey feel to the whole space. <br /> <br />At the back of the accent wall was the closet and vanity area. It featured a <em>his and hers lavatory,</em> which I totally love. The vanity area has its own chair and lamp, which I immediately filled with my stuff. </p> <p><img title="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Rebak Suite" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Rebak Suite" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHnXJq-m6QFgGxdv_qm1IqHa_JrhBxk3rUozkvFACl-J0O19tmFuKaij7eM6Y6A8jpsq2hRSC0HoAGi28wTnD_hs_KrVpF3zi2aFcNr8khumPpV7hrFG0lGyQkXIrig3Z2YbJoKt5MkQv6HbP3lSqxtki23y905Xri1xjumyTP788-Nk6F4VXfqoSQ09jS/s1600/IMG_20230728_154338-01.jpg" /></p> <p>The bathroom and shower area were tucked on the farthest end of the room. It has a bathtub and a separate stall for the shower.</p> <p><img title="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Rebak Suite" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Rebak Suite" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsyqRbakrljqDWWGGu1gbsdoqdBlN5ciqXbLLJtVco1R3LNhh9mP8kz8kndgV3HTadj7uMlStz0vGJ680NsQtyL4VpulK9WQQi7-lNwhDmfr096KXMt0wyB5Jjt05tQzuwYfnZUDyfVvqcqnHg_Rp3DdPbwnPffDZFP1ENi1uvyZ8qBEOFHuf4cahlKh6k/s1600/IMG_20230730_070444-01.jpg" /></p> <p>The veranda opened up to a great view of the Senari Strait and we also got a view of the swimming pool. <br /> <br />As much as we wanted to go to the beach right away, we let Akira take his afternoon nap first. We then unpacked our stuff and had our afternoon coffee paired with the complimentary cookies on the veranda. </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 id="beach-pool" align="center"><font size="5">BEACH AND POOL</font></h2> <hr /> <p>Akira woke up at around four in the afternoon and immediately asked if we could go to the beach and swim. We wasted no time and donned our swimsuits.</p> <p><img title="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPFCLpwBhyphenhyphenqkusxFfl9LcvIbXJUahI6geXD_ElthoXye7dM_buKEL68BrZKBcrF7a86c380PQnD6fJ4YQxzlAe5WGuhS0jG3T0DC5oj6cI4vRVwuQiie7yHEh0OFyMkkuGtImnbfnoHRVcrTSBshUT-gLZUykYNNcrTdjEtwq9PzodfUbm8cjt-OCh_5Ab/s1600/IMG_20230729_131127-01.jpg" /></p> <p>The water was slightly cooler than expected, perfect for Malaysia’s hot afternoons. Akira had some snack in between swimming, and after a while, he said that he wanted to try the pool. </p> <p><img title="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Pool" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Pool" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4EUUN3OWLVtPSI4dqegUhyphenhyphenE7cLYQh0EmI_fcv7Yc89Vtyd8ghvyf8glfCBK7pf0jiFa0LwJVyhZhOiYRVAptPAwEvt9KvHISuWUGp86KnKVEkixeUWQfai6_SaB_z9vFwU5Mina-rtCMzkoJDhucf-8sG4fLQYwE59NW9c5t9KS0P9FjtX2v_Si9DIIWL/s1600/IMG_20230729_173753-01.jpg" /></p> <p>Akira instantly made friends with other kids while swimming. The kiddie pool was connected to the adult pool through a partition. We stayed there until sunset and promised our son that we'd definitely swim again the next day. </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 id="senari-sea-view-restaurant" align="center"><font size="5">SENARI SEA VIEW RESTAURANT</font></h2> <hr /> <p>All of our meals were spent in Senari Sea View Restaurant. Housed in the main structure of the reception area, the all-day dining restaurant of Rebak Island Resort & Marina offers <strong>halal Malay and Continental dishes</strong>. </p> <p><img title="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Restaurant" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Restaurant" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2q1VmYgHJ9UnfTH8TXBPgqjv0gC77gHEF1owwhqHaVHbrzRaHTU1Nj-UKQxRrb9dTquRN6KZtfLN-amX8BfRPC0Ci04hmnzKWnXnAoo5sM_-l26jXq95FzEhlvXTbjNoAKk_iXSwC432chbFGeFm-z-XGLrdIQDoYLNqPqWb62R4WA8_N65dbHF6HKmlh/s1600/IMG_20230729_092942-01.jpg" /></p> <p>We had two breakfast meals and enjoyed the wide array of breakfast fares on their buffet set-up. <br /> <br />Akira would usually pick a couple of donuts and muffins plus olives from the salad section. Christian enjoyed the fried noodles and meat dishes. I, on the other hand, loved their croissants and local rice cakes.</p> <p><font size="3"><strong>➤LAKAD PILIPINAS’ VIEW: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html" target="_blank"><font size="3"><strong>REBAK ISLAND RESORT</strong></font></a></p> <p><img title="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Restaurant" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Restaurant" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheD26s36Ry-wx16yLma3useGyRE9jO3rdG6dyE3J7fc6_zCkNjk1xNaPkW7Fx5infe2bqwhbQLlPrKjw4Cyn9rXoxacZt0w-eIWy9ebB8nLyS1ZP3T3Aez4OLslK7W7e49gQWRrtBBALwaL4a0wNDeSuRSH85tHxZTyJ1dZTQQilV-R_0rjwZicKmSCe9J/s1600/IMG_20230729_093318-01.jpg" /></p> <p>We also got to try their famous <strong>beef rendang</strong> and <strong>burger kingdom</strong> on our first night.      <br />    <br />The next evening, a Saturday night, we got to join their <strong>Barbecue Night</strong> where we got to try some freshly grilled seafood, meats, and more. There’s also a buffet dinner spread as part of the meal. We enjoyed the unlimited barbecue. There was also an acoustic duo during our dinner, which added a cheery feel to our dining experience.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 id="nature-walk" align="center"><font size="5">SUNDAY MORNING NATURE WALK</font></h2> <hr /> <p>We woke up very early on our last day as we joined the Sunday Morning Nature Walk around the island. <strong>Mr. Selva</strong>, the resident nature guide, was fun and very informative. He gave tons of information about the flora and fauna on the island. </p> <p><img title="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Nature Walk" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Nature Walk" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2NNFphWBzrCoEX0c-qAzbbSNC3qywAbyiUhcT1xX9ZaQv9zViI_mQNsipJSNxewUUcGGguE8irxlW5n2RgNOfc9joHqhzztIAJg4CVbqGSryQIjso-gIQYNsU4rxaVygkOnjIn3SNlGA8lsJ75L56ufcq5uH99_4ROpyj_m2L7BSzj_mj91_wC4HX-PMX/s1600/IMG_20230730_091831-01.jpg" /></p> <p>We started with a quick look around the plants and mangroves nearby then went deeper into the forest for a quick hike. Mr. Selva was amazed by our three-year-old son’s interest in nature. The group also noted his patience as we delved through some of the more challenging parts of the hike. </p> <p><img title="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Nature Walk" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Nature Walk" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1CXjyMTqC2jPoFCqb69hYFxUuJPXyWg0yTHljGkH413asxNbufIGaNwVqK65HsZNEGCY0NmxZzFOfph1xZYR3rR07ZBHWoUO2eKD6iqgw6vPS7syBHx5zra4vk9oXmyA4GHNxZ7gTuv8rvFqqCt_9bWtQwk4r6jKLKODMYvndKaWhpjn7K8vYqHaQE_x5/s1600/IMG_20230730_092223-01.jpg" /></p> <p>We were halfway on our nature hike when Akira told me that he saw a <strong>pitcher plant</strong>. He was so amazed, he easily located it out of the thick foliage, and told me how it catches the insects as its prey. Of course, he got that from the lecture that our guide gave some moments ago. At the tender age of three years old, he never complained about the trek as well as the heat of the sun. It’s all an adventure for him.</p> <p><font size="3"><strong><font color="#c0504d">➤</font> </strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/7796-morning-rainforest-trek-langkawi/?aid=524" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="3"><strong>BOOK LANGKAWI RAINFOREST TREK HERE!</strong></font></a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 id="other-activities" align="center"><font size="5">OTHER ACTIVITIES</font></h2> <hr /> <p>During our first night, we had an outdoor movie night that featured a romantic comedy film. The sound of the waves and the night breeze were so relaxing. Free popcorns were served for guests who signed up for the movie night—which was free, by the way.</p> <p><img title="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Nature WalkRebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Outdoor Movie" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Outdoor Movie" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtAzy4Aj5iKJqhvZMgkoIsRc1cfgoBOBqSVVb9wrPKW5c8bAA52DeMsEQ-XHi0kR6fk295tSV_WLPTE5NTYxFIk-TlBqImESMwU1lRyOGoJWQKgc3V8A6Gi_9bphz9nYDcemRamkgpRaQIEinxMU5wH7TD-Z98_yUCw4jLyxiLqRM-ipxAA10NCaYPvSRX/s1600/IMG_20230728_214420-01.jpg" /></p> <p>We also got to walk around the property on a quiet morning right after breakfast. There were bicycles and ATVs for hire but we opted for a leisurely stroll.</p> <p><img title="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Review" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Review" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfeSflcBYW3SSsZk8CsXbexZYycOUiLfu7M8otczMC9wFYzKR-iuwYhrnQt0btf-9ipEFBJG4i6HeLDHF5YXDxvA25dp8zaFgvOswA-vgYdmoKhs_jxpXGAmi1_CoIzL4b1It4y1ak7gu7GHj5Zdo-sPMQGZwCYvVrNFLXxx6Qm8wZb1S8lTWZkXAfmeWU/s1600/_DSC2061-01.jpg" /></p> <p>Our son also enjoyed the indoor playroom that housed some games, puzzles, and toys for kids. There’s also a TV that you could use. We were also lent some sand toys that Akira enjoyed.</p> <p><img title="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Playroom" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Playroom" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbN0vBf1agmAhW7U06Dy3ZCy8mtVPBi1xVKgREhFSjy-o1u0h1U9MVBMSDi0nUy-0EHubqLzVrlizmKJdL4xCcenX-gk4FbhHiKuKb1YaT-oViXWqoWDmrZmEzKZoRh36HlRcxIlOgRSNmoKgKbPv1lWnqdlZEQVD_6hyYrKvKIoX4d5mXI5cS5gtYDNl_/s1600/IMG_20230728_215355-01.jpg" /></p> <p>We also got the chance to go to the marina which has its own store and facilities. This is also the place where guests can wait for the next available schedule of complimentary boat transfers to the mainland. </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 id="final-thoughts" align="center"><font size="5">FINAL THOUGHTS</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Review" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort and Marina Langkawi Review" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOrS1n8rnS8_FDVEzKo4fOB6FIZNaSks3q8DjRjpGvuLnnpU3_yqNb7JhZMoDBxzKu1ejQejIL7hK-9eMWCHComTcl1CM6eLVYw45EtDVsBpS0THRGaQEQgjF1jdgVE-cN9vn7u-i5w4S90gPVTQHs3-vYtw9ZwJP68ZuTjPmza3RADOcbWGXFaNmT94W8/s1600/IMG_20230729_172922-01.jpg" /></p> <p>What I noticed during our whole stay at Rebak Island Resort and Marina was the pleasant and warm gestures of all the staff. It felt like they were enjoying their job and it really shows how they treat each and every guest. I’m from the Philippines and being hospitable and friendly is like second nature to me. We’ve been around Malaysia countless times and I must say that not all hotels and resorts have the same customer service that they provide at Rebak Island Resort and Marina.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Rebak Island Resort & Marina</strong> <a href="https://www.agoda.com/rebak-island-resort-and-marina-langkawi/hotel/langkawi-my.html?cid=1649718" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="2"><strong>►ROOM RATES</strong></font></a> <br />Pulau Rebak Besar Peti Surat 125, Kuah, <br />07000 Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia <br />Contact Number: (+60) 4.966.5566 <br />Email Address: enquiry@rebakislandresort.com <br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/rebakislandresort/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook Page</a><font style="font-size: 12pt;"></font></p>blissfulgurohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13870571892501378691noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3533161471587790876.post-64452107406516467322024-03-11T15:07:00.003+08:002024-03-11T15:40:15.538+08:00Lessons from Defeat<p><img style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPQJ0zNNoG0FQ0yZu1yHRDpghF6BpN54JJuP4QWS8WEC_KN8jepjTDxyx80vMRm-5_6LLxvzXjmISlmETmfp_du_xOUEP_sr1sR5Vwo0UQfxa1LwkQTsFram-xt1SqMoTdBu_2bm1MoPyGZ9kMyTmkchVN3utNQT4fTzVjFkc-6OdF8_iIJZDDyBacR-Oh/s1600/Sinulog%20Festival%20High%20School%205.jpg" width="554" height="827" /></p> <p>It was ten in the morning and a few of my students were shouting in rage and crying uncontrollably, while a few were quietly protesting. All of the 200 students were so consumed in expressing their disbelief at what just happened. I stood there as I shared their grief with them, but also admiring how these kids weren’t afraid to show their true feelings anywhere, anytime—a stark contrast to my childhood memories of equating “strength” and “resilience” to <em>not crying in public</em>. <br /> <br />February is <strong>National Arts Month</strong> and every year, our department hosts several activities in our school to celebrate it. This year, we decided to have a <strong>Field Demonstration</strong> on different <strong>festival dances in the Philippines</strong>. It was a competition amongst different grade levels and we were assigned with <strong>Sinulog Festival </strong>from <a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2011/03/cebu-10-hour-whirlwind-of-adventures.html"><strong>Cebu</strong></a>. The task of choosing 200 out of 1,000+ Grade 9 students was stressful to start with 'coz almost all of them wanted to participate. Of course, we chose those overly competitive ones.</p> <a name='more'></a> <p><img style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSE79Uzj-SAS7DPlweg5u58YYeyT7zOi_BxpCkA07cs-dr1KzpkVvrJSVv1rHeZ-4FXYTTA5rxybpf4nTZoh_DOxJMJSB-HEHNNvcpiCwej4DuOIHXnotA3TaT0qJDa4EVS6JfvFpTznWssJFwdffqf5v1BK263ofK2jwZzVNF1p7plAmRNtMh3AsoVx0S/s1600/Sinulog%20Festival%20High%20School%203.jpg" width="827" height="554" /></p> <p>Honestly, at first, I wasn’t confident in us winning ‘coz the odds weren’t on our side. We spent weeks planning, rehearsing, and crafting their costumes—which were made from recycled stuff. A few teachers were prohibiting the students to practice during their time even if we asked them. And when we got all 200 of them together, some important school stuff would suddenly conflict with the practice. Suffice it to say, we had a very challenging time preparing for the competition. <br /> <br />As time went by, I realized how deeply connected and invested our students were in the performance. They were doing everything they could to practice and refine their routines. They also helped each other, regardless of their sections, in completing the costumes. Their parents were also involved and some even allowed their homes to be the base for the costume-making process. Needless to say, I was amazed at how this activity brought all of them together. From that moment on, I started hoping for a win.</p> <p><img style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3r5jycblLhH6HSlS4iol1BF72kLpLxG8-rOhk0JZiAv62xfvXU6Ygh3qLeAV09cJg5VmyA98F_HmnFcWEm-qfVsl8pdEwfxxPLxnVT0x0LKhD6C4sS7f-i9WUs_rFpo-D4jJ1q9JezDd68ED9fulIDuI-29E-L5D_0NYiXi3BahhffCnDQxPxYcbSZQEI/s1600/Sinulog%20Festival%20High%20School%202.jpg" width="827" height="555" /></p> <p>The day of the competition came and our tribe performed very well. I was so impressed by the outcome and it made me proud of how dedicated my students were. And after I watched the other performances, I was truly positive that we would bring home the trophy. <br /> <br />But then, we lost. We lost by just one point. <br /> <br />There were three judges and we were the winners for the two, except for one. <br /> <br />I’ve been into similar situations before and, of course, as a 40-year-old supposedly <em>mature</em> woman, I accepted it gracefully. Although deep inside me I was quite incensed and couldn’t accept the fact that we lost. <br /> <br />The first thing I did was to go where they were, but it was hard to comfort them when I, myself, was devastated by the results. <br /> <br />They were mad, furious, and crying—the kind that even if you tell them the nicest things, they wouldn’t listen; a toddler-kinda bout. I stayed with them, just listening. But no words could pacify them, I reassured them that it’s okay to cry and be angry.</p> <p><img style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilyjpwWbJVa-c0vN3nlto2hdepPKXXHPZlarqcPfqxzsnCzPBtbyWpxUbqfGe83SZ_rNf6gSe43EUliSLUyKFeJUvAjA_5ubp4xp_8DS4HtFnBtU4lebbpV8Dst4Zb8EXcsZkNFgHLdxNhC7OVbDUEmTt-L0N-wks83Jx-D55qMNb5t3KImu7IA7FRMceC/s1600/Sinulog%20Festival%20High%20School%204.jpg" width="554" height="827" /></p> <p>I chatted with them in class the day after. <br /> <br />The air was still heavy inside the room. The first thing I told them was to give themselves a big hand and give each other the biggest hugs ever. I then told them that they did great and I couldn’t ask for a better performance from what they delivered. <br /> <br />I then told them the lessons they must learn from the experience—which are actually relatable in a real-life adult-world situation—that even if you give it your best, sometimes the result will not be what you'd expect it to be. That they should look at failures in terms of successes and that it wouldn’t be as beautiful to win if you didn’t experience losing. <br /> <br />And just like what I always tell my son, Akira, in any competition or race, it's not about winning or losing; the important things is that you did your best, you had fun, and didn’t cheat. The rest of that one-hour class was spent in laughter about our booboos and other blunders we had during the event. One even mentioned that she hadn't seen anyone so beautiful, even when crying. She was, of course, referring to our festival queen. <br /> <br />I always believe that there’s so much to learn in school aside from what’s written in the curriculum. So, I would grab every chance I have to make my students realize this. And this is the kind of thing that keeps me grounded. This is one of the reasons why I’m still here. I stay here because I always feel privileged and honored to seize this moment with them, the future and hope of our country.</p>blissfulgurohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13870571892501378691noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3533161471587790876.post-88290181877637658842024-01-12T18:17:00.003+08:002024-03-02T21:08:43.388+08:0013<img alt="Blissfulguro" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiG8pb6j5-WP6S6uaWL0VY1qpVCfi2e7JuGv_fbv_yoB1vsNiYGITIKNi7PnvGJ2gCWJEgL3OGUL9K9PNxH8A5A6oR50Zd184zYgRBBQn8r8lE5h9R9qfyYm9TMRNEYmtGjpAh0zqIBzNEK3wVb5GMmy-DI59fTs3TMt0-oniZY1ss3W68jpn7t5IC2wOnV/s1600/download.jpg" style="background-image: none; border: 0px currentcolor; display: inline;" title="Blissfulguro" /> <p>Friday the 13th. Unlucky. Eight grader. Start of the teen years. 13 playing cards in each suit. 13 diners at the Last Supper. Thirteen. Labing-tatlo. Trese. Today marks my thirteenth year of blogging and although I may not be as diligent as before I am still keeping this little space of mine in the blogosphere. ‘Coz it keeps me sane. ‘Coz I want to write. ‘Coz I can. Just because.</p> <a name='more'></a> <p>It was fourteen years ago when I planned a D-I-Y trip to Cebu and Bohol with some friends. It made me realize that I can do a backpacking trip with my frugal means. And it made me happy. A few months later, I dared to start my own blog even if I knew that I wasn’t a great writer or a storyteller. Traveling was an escape for many reasons. But it found me. Traveling and documenting inspired me so much that it consumed me since then.</p> <p>It was the past year in 2023 when our small family started to pursue traveling after the worldwide pandemic in 2020. We often went to Nueva Ecija and Zambales which were our default provinces as these were the hometowns of our parents. We also went to Zamboanga for a quick trip during one of the major holidays while my friends and I went to Boracay for a few days making it my first-ever trip without my two boys.</p> <p>We also did a <a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/07/backpacking-with-kid-2023.html">35-day backpacking trip</a> to Surigao City, Siargao, Dinagat Islands, Malaysia, and Singapore during my annual school break. It wasn’t an easy thing to travel with a toddler though. There were times when we questioned our decisions on engaging in this kind of trip but at the end of the day, we would tell ourselves that it’s all worth it as our son was learning so much from everything, delighting all his senses.</p> <p>The past year also revolved around parenting and living a life with a toddler, and it is not easy. It may be because we do not have a house help and having a full-time job and side hustles sometimes sucks the energy from our 40ish bodies. There were days when we felt like giving up but we always chose to look at the brighter side of everything. That we both have each other and we share the same principles on how we want to nurture our child.</p> <p>Our son, Akira, is a strong-willed child. He wouldn’t sit down and wait until something happens, he makes things happen. He isn’t the child who would stay in a corner and linger until someone would approach him, he’s the type who would start a conversation easily with either kids or grown-ups alike. It really is a challenge to have a very extroverted child when both parents are introverts.</p> <p>“Life is definitely easier if Akira has his own gadget to play with all day, eh, or maybe not?” That is my usual conversation with Christian during our Friyay beer nights as we go over our convictions of the “no-gadget rule”.</p> <p>Akira once asked me why some kids have their own cell phones or tablets while he doesn’t have any, he was two years old at that time. I would explain that we want him to explore more of his surroundings and play with whatever interests him and that he’s too young to have self-control with such gadgets. He never asked me those questions again.</p> <p>Last Christmas, we gave Akira his first-ever gadget, an old-school digital camera that actually works! He recently became interested in taking photos using our cellphones and thought of it as a gift for him. And he’s definitely taking photos and videos every single day.</p> <p>I didn’t realize that parenting would consume Christian and me so much more than we expected. It is true when Warren Buffet said that who you marry is the most important decision you make. ‘Coz I never would imagine having any other partner in this parenting thing other than him.</p> <p>Happy 13!</p>blissfulgurohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13870571892501378691noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3533161471587790876.post-41044248577442133932023-12-22T15:52:00.001+08:002024-03-08T11:25:33.528+08:00Our Beach Adventure at Pantai Cenang Langkawi<img title="Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi" style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk5-Symn0vTUG7ucZrsa_a-l9fWuY0FLiRMj8eJH916I_1e_cA7q2JOLo5HnYaBIbJt4_i0BCsjahAtIZy3bZq_LuFyVIDrDZXS9Ar7FlLqBoNquuRBZmC_toj6rxgxZHBGGQUCY0-k6amPlXUPt96sn0_TuvyPVHkq8jxJwVLQk1kpgx6DSrHonlHCAtB/s1600/1.jpg" /> <p>It was seven in the evening when we went out to the beach. It was our first day in Langkawi and we're about to witness the famous sunset at Pantai Cenang. There were so many things going on and our son, Akira, gravitated to what seemed to be a bubble factory. Apparently, there were bubble makers for rent where you pay a rental fee for bubble-blowing stuff. We watched him pop other kids’ bubbles and he’s having so much fun, for free. </p> <a name='more'></a> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>PANTAI CENANG BEACH ADVENTURE</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/12/pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi-malaysia.html#arrival">Arriving In Pantai Cenang</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/12/pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi-malaysia.html#underwater-world-langkawi">Underwater World Langkawi</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/12/pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi-malaysia.html#cenang-beach">Cenang Beach</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/12/pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi-malaysia.html#shops">Streetside Shops</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/12/pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi-malaysia.html#night-market">Pantai Cenang Night Market</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/12/pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi-malaysia.html#last-day">Last Day In Pantai Cenang</a></li> </ol> <br />► <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/what-to-see-and-do-pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi.html"><strong>WHAT TO SEE IN PANTAI CENANG</strong></a> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p> </p> <p>It’s my third time visiting the island of Langkawi in Malaysia and none of my three trips are the same. The first time, Christian and I stayed in rather farther areas away from Pantai Cenang where we also visited <a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2016/06/malaysia-langkawi-beach-island-tour.html"><strong>Pulau Payar Marine Park</strong></a>. Our second visit was during a shore excursion from a cruise trip to Singapore and Malaysia where we visited the <a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2016/11/superstar-gemini-shore-excursions.html"><strong>UNESCO World Heritage Geopark of Kilim Geoforest Park</strong></a>. This was actually the first time that we’re staying in Pantai Cenang area.</p> <p><img title="Pantai Cenang Beach White Sand Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach White Sand Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD43dmJSj1gKa2y-87pYCCEAoZ0KOgBs3DdqnemGz1btEdb_I1v-OW3UIR1QRwyEnOoNrN33OPb5g0gV1LsDkS2JXgqy2GNGjpwJzvbDyIir-IxiOO_fvFORYTERniB82LuxjecmujyZcn-tWGeZwU8pyUYhw_915qI32dp-e2K0a4Lxu71Lnj4TAo1vOD/s1600/2.jpg" /></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 id="arrival" align="center"><font size="5">ARRIVING IN PANTAI CENANG</font></h2> <hr /> <p>Langkawi is a cluster of 99 islands around 30 kilometers off the coast of Northwestern Malaysia. Some people would refer to it as a Duty-Free island because of its tax-free status since 1987. Some people would actually go here just to shop. <br /> <br />Langkawi was our second stop during our backpacking around <a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/search/label/Malaysia"><strong>Malaysia</strong></a>, <a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/search/label/Singapore"><strong>Singapore</strong></a>, and some islands in the <a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/search/label/Philippines"><strong>Philippines</strong></a>. We traveled for 35 days with our three-year-old son for the first time and called our trip, <a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/07/backpacking-with-kid-2023.html"><strong>Backpacking With A Kid 2023</strong></a>. <br /> <br />We arrived at half past seven in the morning from <a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/search/label/Penang"><strong>Penang</strong></a> and immediately went to our hotel, <a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/11/mercure-langkawi-pantai-cenang-hotel-near-beach.html"><strong>Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang</strong></a>. What I like most about the property is its close proximity to Pantai Cenang (Cenang Beach) and other key destinations like the Underwater World Langkawi, restaurants, convenience stores, and Duty Free Shops.</p> <p><strong><font size="4"><font color="#c0504d">➤</font></font></strong><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/city/190-langkawi-things-to-do/?aid=524" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong><font size="4">BOOK DISCOUNTED TOURS IN LANGKAWI!</font></strong></a></p> <p><img title="IMG_20230726_072629-02" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="IMG_20230726_072629-02" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZClCjJWDMzXd0aOXHUzp8TbhmS4kkWysyHYiGzHS5EKgunGMWS-joozMJyD0Ah2Yndc-tokSnUaS2w_CO-7g1-nxhXY1nNgPrFIXKl106bVeqUMoTlJNCzjDIimhyphenhyphen-a7FAPPMfLJyDlyxJWxloeuuQHeJ93Pegw5gsdUUVqjxbbKhGEAckhMX0Ey7UPkS/s1600/3.jpg" width="552" height="827" /></p> <p>Pantai Cenang is the main tourist beach in Langkawi and the 2-kilometer stretch of white sand is a haven for sunbathers, water sports enthusiasts, and general tourists. Beach bars that serve snacks and drinks to the beach chairs and bean bags on the sand are a very common sight. </p> <p><img title="Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPZEJxJK8Nqp38u64kdQVS0kdqeqJChI2AJust62FI7johX2APHvOnoP9o0F6vEFu2ps3vB5U36mR8kW9_IBGIw0dyHGQGBVm5_en06du0ammr-Y8veUZ_w4pSlOfVSiI0lztH8NocnGqGUKzuLirl9ibwqNYenb94_QxvtfOXshM5xY5vXzFVvaNlonE5/s1600/4.jpg" /></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 id="underwater-world-langkawi" align="center"><font size="5">UNDERWATER WORLD LANGKAWI</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="Underwater World Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Underwater World Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0SGOVfNIUbVjsTIZVZdaaCxW1FhpPiKK9s0dOm-puO2hCdkJIUoEhU9a9TjVpLzONGhVKsVxce8OLAiLA7uVU0cx-xt2CaP3I9SyQBP7nHEyhIsUAvM5xEo7trm9B6imJOymGHZAezGezpDpJlXDAFjXhl0ybnIIZmXQInlXbB4rMtkqaWSQL_gqh6PaL/s1600/6.jpg" /></p> <p>We had seven hours to spare before we could check in to our room so we went first to <a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/11/underwater-world-langkawi-review.html"><strong>Underwater World Langkawi</strong></a> and go around the exhibitions featuring different marine and freshwater aquaria. <br /> <br />We also got the chance to check out different duty-free shops in the area. I noticed how cheap everything was especially chocolate products and liquors as compared to elsewhere in Malaysia (there’s a limit of one carton of cigarettes and one liter of alcohol per departing traveler).</p> <p><strong><font color="#c0504d" size="4">➤</font></strong><a href="https://www.agoda.com/city/langkawi-my.html?aid=524" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong><font size="4">BOOK UNDERWATER WORLD LANGKAWI TICKETS HERE!</font></strong></a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 id="cenang-beach" align="center"><font size="5">CENANG BEACH</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIxibZ0GPX0J4ReqZ5mzDL1pilfm0ZEMU1we-qE3AtVVNY4toMtwull77KpS0P5b0HKUhSQ2Kj5hB0jiyg-6NpffeViIgd3XQBA39zz8yIgbVD_IxAsGSQztY8WEDJgV_xPX0syCapm2t62ARxw_PAy3pknw70bzFTlvY5sE99wERk80TJ_8odGFmTSgFA/s1600/5.jpg" /></p> <p>We had lunch somewhere and noticed that some of the shops were either temporarily or permanently closed. I still remember how busy this area was right before the pandemic and the current sight is actually saddening. <br /> <br />After settling in our hotel room, we took a quick nap and got up right before sunset. </p> <p><img title="Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1RwesKv7JttAHoKuImMy8iNDT3Bw5zQXaPlBnFtcB-aypXbDDKiAn6iimkDnHOujrgbZv7OhFiyOeFYNTtJuLKJ42FvZT0t2DycbHtN79-3ZkGh3ivqfq7G5IlSBRYzmResFVdYL7eXv9Sty8Q2WIsmvlqp6IRbm6dgLjIBBoieSw4xdB8m8wdzFuz0St/s1600/6.jpg" /></p> <p>Beach sunsets will always be a lovely scene to watch. Almost everyone was out and there were a lot of establishments that served snacks and drinks in their makeshift dining area on the sand.</p> <p><img title="Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKhBYWma-F9rFkC6X0vBxd5xJaw46E3XNKcbqDNawVWgFBl-3ZkAEJ8QhiHyWfJ92epABp4qME3Pg9J9EiqDApDNjv93vLJzDTukfTIruOmZav84ULUqhyeZktehzWqun-rKJvJRQp9_p5cWOp8Purtx_9ic7uuNiPAdi119eXytetY7jCRbY9Eubhm0GI/s1600/7.jpg" /></p> <p>There was also some bubble-blowing stuff for rent as well as sand toys for kids. There were so many things happening all at the same time but the focus was definitely on the beautiful skyline.</p> <p><img title="Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi Sunset" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi Sunset" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirftcik9UBLZKEcLOBJfwp6ceu5WsatoaWiYIoVqaYREgtPKKJ6z1lqm8p-JuEpqqurQhRCp3ftd6UX4IbRsYQ25g8JxD4QTw0H6XmDBMIMhqp_bTkMsonlvwxlyXn9L6nr-gkehlEyLdrX9T4UPZTzsDaSWdyvotfV8oKaEwutLihSHHPPNWl2OeraTWY/s1600/8.jpg" /></p> <p>What I didn’t like about the experience though were the vehicles that freely roved on the shore that were somewhat distracting and dangerous. I wish they had their own spot so children could play or run freely on the shore. </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 id="shops" align="center"><font size="5">STREETSIDE SHOPS</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi Night Market" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi Night Market" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkb3t-tbO6f4MFnzmsIHYBl_GrklbQDQaOTeSMlEQjwc7EZqBhvmBZtRZi-geTKLmrXyF4boO1AL5n8KDE2cZvKrYl0rAhEMv4PjqNMdSxhWIH-Rp3u8LNO3ahbJ472k2_NPsF6AhjqAV_BR610Wy6P8nmmiYwOKV2OvqBsS3MKZlcKfZAz9IN63pO7Zrs/s1600/9.jpg" /></p> <p>The scene at Pantai Cenang area was very different at night. The streets become livelier with bazaars and shops. The plaza near the beach was filled with performers such as robot mascots and balloon twisters and entertainers like singers.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 id="night-market" align="center"><font size="5">PANTAI CENANG NIGHT MARKET</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi Night Market" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi Night Market" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE2zt4znXHCfRoSLT7Mc45Qk9M3QKInpqjahgMssirKTW9F43HOmIUJNk_3zZUipcJSAinLMZCHGhuZXJnvUHztXLhEtH48fQReKgKbdtI9d2zcxcmXDPCCqekPI0jreld91_RSAgesplnbsvUgsmcGEnoEqnAWXAW866E2jk7DOv5rvAhJwtAwvg8Jzyr/s1600/10.jpg" /></p> <p>We walked down the road and found a vacant parking area that was turned into a food park. Several hawker food stalls with local dishes, snacks, and fruits were there as well as tables and chairs for diners. <br /> <br />We were actually full from the dinner we had but decided to grab some <em>roti canai</em> and curry. It was so good that we ended up having five servings that night.</p> <p><img title="Roti Canai Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Roti Canai Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6UHUk_69dihuZppe-IpDHgWsYFh7KsnXqKo_lvFUahMBiN7-rCDc7mOgjK3x3y7torA5qrZo8jZB42AcqkVMpYvR0vgN1CEYYfYdI7RW2-8J7zw-Dua_c-sum2xNraCvvtH52ARNaFIp_m01HX3D2_-roN1z13nAMeSYphopIG6BPBfX74vmBTzBJdl8J/s1600/11.jpg" /></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 id="last-day" align="center"><font size="5">LAST DAY IN PANTAI CENANG</font></h2> <hr /> <p>The next day, we visited Pantai Cenang at around one in the afternoon, and the beach was filled with sun-kissed beachgoers who were enjoying the afternoon sea breeze. Akira decided to play with his sand toys and I, on the other hand, relaxed on our beach mat and people-watched.</p> <p><img title="Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidNqe973Ix5UkSmSVns5wVgcFT5XEnP5Ni5jtxq-LokIJVXRcCKJu5G9Rsc3Eql5T4EH1m_wZaeJbRQQH-b8Ai84zUMza_KoBsW0B06ED-Ho3rnv-HADJmDHJHBRr3Q4LgNSgUGcq9vT_Lltyu5XIB2-M-89tiJaQXGHuId3h7atLoWbA_qMtBSDY1Z7hq/s1600/12.jpg" /></p> <p>It was also laundry day for us and the good thing was that we saw a nearby 24-hour self-operating laundry along the main road and waited around 40 minutes for our clothes to be finished. </p> <p><img title="Pantai Cenang Langkawi Laundry" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Langkawi Laundry" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu97wSvQTN_KZnBIqzw-sFvoqHd4GHMEmgdlUQAq14FMfxLOKpyG_tjgcR3JaOtH3cTGok7YzY2kCPrVDxIe0uX8kqjqWBw_oSvcNgZmNRVO27S44nyACuMGCWoIYEJrkCg3OG5Y1JRAtTdaDBSe6Xgklncg5_EtPwCMk8xSz6TO5f9KifsXFFS7MXRRTL/s1600/13.jpg" /></p> <p>It was a beautiful afternoon and after checking out from our hotel, we took a ride from our ride-hailing app and proceeded to the pier for our next adventure on an exclusive island resort, still in Langkawi.</p> <p><strong><font size="4"><font color="#c0504d">➤</font></font></strong><a href="https://www.agoda.com/city/langkawi-my.html?cid=1649718" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong><font size="4">CHECK DISCOUNTED ROOMS IN LANGKAWI!</font></strong></a></p> <p><img title="Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkIxo_Mh96QxwCdX6cXR6GEV1Ion16Zz5GfuZTphpDfTISvWvN1pm246Mtjv0hUBaBqb1gg1zkQvN-RKrz7dbYxg_2brlb8260snv1M2PN8njf3Vvkuobqjp7y1Xhn-1HbmfEbeuy9UB7ZpRMLJ3r0qHOs_lz3oFWu3RKvu48oyQOHhbOi1j5vd2dq-ODL/s1600/14.jpg" /></p> <p>Staying in Pantai Cenang is actually the perfect base if you’re planning to explore Langkawi. It’s near the airport, beach, shops, restaurants, and other key destinations on the main island. Accommodation options in this area are actually cheap considering its prime location. Overall, we really had a good time here and will definitely consider it again on our next visit.</p>blissfulgurohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13870571892501378691noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3533161471587790876.post-73634476015152554772023-12-05T21:28:00.000+08:002023-12-19T11:17:03.032+08:00Navigating Europe in Style: Top 11 Versatile Rental Cars for Every Journey<p><img title="Navigating Europe in Style: Top 11 Versatile Rental Cars for Every Journey" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Navigating Europe in Style: Top 11 Versatile Rental Cars for Every Journey" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCvzhIsMy-XtAbuWqe8Uwd5pl6Fye3etSCf6LYFOlBKEkXgTaW3xm04LfgcUyO-E0VF6E15P8ZQpSU3IS4_J3FoNdWetEUqz_wtTirLmb8S39byT79ZT5zB0HkX12phYX34lVP_TtZah2NMFL5zp0Jk13N4boFGVGkqgrxmmTE9RMLE1BYuQ_YDcKrZ6aA/s1600/Untitled-1.jpg" /></p> <p>Exploring <a href="https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20120727-unmissable-eastern-european-getaways">Europe</a>, with its diverse landscapes and rich cultural tapestry, calls for a reliable and versatile mode of transportation. Renting a car provides the freedom to traverse city streets, coastal roads, and everything in between. The demand for <a href="https://guidetoeurope.com/best-car-rental">cheap car rental in Europe</a> has led to a plethora of options, catering to various needs and preferences. From compact cars ideal for narrow city lanes to comfortable SUVs for long coastal drives, the choices are abundant. This is particularly evident in <a href="https://guidetoeurope.com/italy/best-car-rental">European car rentals in Italy</a>, where the blend of urban exploration and scenic countryside drives is a common itinerary. This article delves into the most versatile cars for rent in Europe, ensuring your journey is comfortable, stylish, and memorable.</p> <a name='more'></a> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>TOP 11 VERSATILE RENTAL CARS FOR EVERY JOURNEY</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS ~ WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/12/europe-top-versatile-rental-cars-for-every-journey.html#volkswagen-golf">Volkswagen Golf</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/12/europe-top-versatile-rental-cars-for-every-journey.html#fiat-500">Fiat 500</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/12/europe-top-versatile-rental-cars-for-every-journey.html#bmw-3">BMW 3 Series</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/12/europe-top-versatile-rental-cars-for-every-journey.html#renault-clio">Renault Clio</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/12/europe-top-versatile-rental-cars-for-every-journey.html#audi-a4">Audi A4</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/12/europe-top-versatile-rental-cars-for-every-journey.html#volvo-xc60">Volvo XC60</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/12/europe-top-versatile-rental-cars-for-every-journey.html#peugeot-3008">Peugeot 3008</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/12/europe-top-versatile-rental-cars-for-every-journey.html#mercedes-benz-c-class">Mercedes-Benz C-Class</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/12/europe-top-versatile-rental-cars-for-every-journey.html#citroen-berlingo">Citroen Berlingo</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/12/europe-top-versatile-rental-cars-for-every-journey.html#ford-fiesta">Ford Fiesta</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/12/europe-top-versatile-rental-cars-for-every-journey.html#range-rover-evoque">Range Rover Evoque</a></li> </ol> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="volkswagen-golf" align="center"><font size="5">VOLKSWAGEN GOLF: THE ALL-ROUNDER</font></h2> <hr /> <table class="tr-caption-container" style="text-align: center; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody> <tr> <td style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiSzOHllue5zvkFGzFRp_Jzadt3fB46v66HivycouUINvc1T3kYh7I2hOttnaEjTArIZLrVVJaxj_pXaF9ba_LrhBdPEkfaKp3DZ3fQZIoNu7bbvlAm0TvNyVMCsgbnkRzAgMZZzn-S6HDWGNx-OKbR15V-QFQKusNApF198Egwy5IcmHV1OMmFFb6erZX/s1600/01%20Golf%20FBO%20Media%20Pexels.jpg" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">Volkswagen Golf ~ Photo By Fbo Media From Pexels</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><strong>City Agility and Highway Comfort</strong></p> <p>The Volkswagen Golf stands as a top choice for European travelers due to its perfect balance of compact size and comfortable interior. Ideal for navigating through tight city streets and equally at home on the open highway, the Golf offers a smooth <a href="https://edition.cnn.com/interactive/2014/02/tech/cnn10-future-of-driving/">driving experience</a> with its responsive handling and efficient fuel economy.</p> <p><strong>Technological Edge and Safety</strong></p> <p>Recent models come equipped with advanced technology, including infotainment systems and driver-assist features, enhancing both the driving experience and safety. The Golf's consistently high ratings in safety tests make it a reliable choice for families and solo travelers alike.</p> <p align="center"> <font size="4"><strong>➤HOTEL REVIEW: </strong></font><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/10/the-george-penang-by-the-crest-collection.html"><font size="4"><strong>THE GEORGE PENANG</strong></font></a></p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="fiat-500" align="center"><font size="5">FIAT 500: THE URBAN EXPLORER</font></h2> <hr /> <table class="tr-caption-container" style="text-align: center; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody> <tr> <td style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiao1IwCdDTjmflzsB_g60SLGokMaHzTK_1Ez5RqY2KrLFtM_iR7eWbkg5boR2Qa0RqMeXpx_uT9Q9g29qnd91iGsOi8AMXO0gBraHgLLCcWJ4izOKzyUZSTwERxsJMgdexBGb640Ljbo-GOhYLmgWe6H7QEm_80qCZ0JgKIQBhZWArHpuI4sYmD9Un-26q/s1600/02%20Fiat500%20Anton%20Ivanov%20Pexels.jpg" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">Fiat 500 ~ Photo By Anton Ivanov From Pexels</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><strong>Ideal for Narrow Streets</strong></p> <p>The <a href="https://www.fiat.com/fiat-500/500">Fiat 500,</a> with its iconic design and compact dimensions, is tailor-made for the labyrinthine streets of European cities. Its small size makes parking in tight spots a breeze, a significant advantage in bustling city centers.</p> <p><strong>Fuel Efficiency and Style</strong></p> <p>Despite its small stature, the Fiat 500 does not compromise on style or comfort. It offers surprising interior space for its size and is highly fuel-efficient, making it a cost-effective option for travelers looking to explore urban landscapes.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="bmw-3" align="center"><font size="5">BMW 3 SERIES: LUXURY AND PERFORMANCE</font></h2> <hr /> <table class="tr-caption-container" style="text-align: center; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody> <tr> <td style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhx7KP2ls6rRydsOYcT_vWqc7fRqPab_l5ijayH3imPEJb2TS9NB7mlkBXWlyg7zL_FMK7PAGsw7NmtlSEWiT8npadLxn4UcciQipGjLDEscZY5PI92ysl7rOdi4ThN53vgbYZVTztn3WyqNvQe81RgN2LdNb9_z8Fst7ZPqzTsQ5owbqPCrP8JUE2u9ok0/s1600/03%20BMW%203%20WAVYVISUALS%20Pexels.jpg" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">BMW 3 Series ~ Photo By Wavyvisuals From Pexels</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><strong>A Blend of Comfort and Performance</strong></p> <p>The BMW 3 Series is an excellent choice for those seeking luxury in their European journey. Known for its superior driving dynamics and comfortable interiors, it provides an enjoyable driving experience whether on country roads or motorways.</p> <p><strong>Advanced Features and Spacious Interiors</strong></p> <p>The 3 Series is also equipped with cutting-edge technology and safety features. Its spacious interiors and advanced navigation systems make it ideal for longer drives, offering a seamless blend of luxury and practicality.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="renault-clio" align="center"><font size="5">RENAULT CLIO: THE ECONOMICAL CHOICE</font></h2> <hr /> <table class="tr-caption-container" style="text-align: center; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody> <tr> <td style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXLt2Fl8Di8FH-1V9Xg9jYc2aektM3yZZWeONwEhEQyZounxxM2W9Q5aYEnXLsI7O19Jp0-epixHRbv5RooNucwc39m6tnnemR5vnfn9HCt-gSvgEXfFn6DX5B4xJQxYGYkSMZLmeVVk6TJEy997vIy4O7bL4fEnuzZQeLDgKDwlJzuyAONALrxA8tvCjL/s1600/04%20Renault%20Mike%20Bird%20Pexels.jpg" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">Renault Clio ~ Photo By Mike Bird From Pexels</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><strong>Cost-Effective and Reliable</strong></p> <p>The Renault Clio stands out as an economical choice for travelers on a budget. Known for its reliability and fuel efficiency, it's an excellent option for both city trips and longer journeys across the countryside.</p> <p><strong>Comfort and User-Friendly Features</strong></p> <p>Despite its affordability, the Clio does not skimp on comfort. The car comes with a user-friendly infotainment system and enough space to accommodate luggage for a road trip, making it a practical choice for budget-conscious travelers.</p> <p align="center"> <font size="4"><strong>➤HOTEL REVIEW: </strong></font><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/11/mercure-langkawi-pantai-cenang-hotel-near-beach.html"><font size="4"><strong>MERCURE LANGKAWI PANTAI CENANG</strong></font></a></p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="audi-a4" align="center"><font size="5">AUDI A4: THE EXECUTIVE CRUISER</font></h2> <hr /> <table class="tr-caption-container" style="text-align: center; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody> <tr> <td style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgTwcQsyKviAfiZFYl69FsAas4YLUoP49Y0DU3PdNgeIqqXrYrZrJAFUy4N0aR0S1TL3nZip9Twsn-jn-q0Ve8CSQiKTdRSjNxStk0mizJTA6ancQJJvTG9dCjbhaLNvUcvU_FMJoeeC_s2jP4ATiOxb-QxhwyvsCfLQlyY2ZFW-pdT4UF_T5H1d2jSHVe/s1600/05%20Audi%20Luke%20Miller%20Pexels.jpg" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">Audi A4 ~ Photo By Luke Miller From Pexels</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><strong>Sophisticated Design and High Performance</strong></p> <p>The Audi A4 is the epitome of sophistication and performance. Its sleek design and high-quality interior make it a favorite among business travelers and those seeking a premium driving experience.</p> <p><strong>Safety and Technology</strong></p> <p>With its advanced safety features and powerful engine, the A4 offers a secure and dynamic drive. Its spacious interiors and state-of-the-art infotainment system add to its appeal as a top choice for longer, more comfortable journeys.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="volvo-xc60" align="center"><font size="5">VOLVO XC60: FOR THE ADVENTUROUS SPIRIT</font></h2> <hr /> <table class="tr-caption-container" style="text-align: center; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody> <tr> <td style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOnmz6fa1jgpbikosb7myH_Qzc9OwAWA2nnRCVrxG8U-vep09ZfZeNEZDH7O4Uz1YctHnSN_NlrbFLzx9kDNXbEIw-m69L2eyu1F4cDnC7wrmI8YabEy5aUdZcuIrdlw-1L-e9fZXH0ACGdeceGhe-oPWDPlIces6hONUVfmQ8CEKxdyRPzgUVFsVwzVVt/s1600/06%20Volvo%20Vitali%20Adutskevich%20Pexels.jpg" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">Volvo XC60 ~ Photo By Vitali Adultskevich From Pexels</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><strong>Robust Design and Off-Road Capability</strong></p> <p>The Volvo XC60 is designed for those who wish to venture beyond the city limits. Its robust build and off-road capabilities make it suitable for rural landscapes and challenging terrains, without compromising on comfort.</p> <p><strong>Safety and Spaciousness</strong></p> <p>Volvo is synonymous with safety, and the XC60 is no exception. It's also incredibly spacious, providing ample room for luggage and equipment, making it ideal for family trips or outdoor adventures.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="peugeot-3008" align="center"><font size="5">PEUGEOT 3008: THE FAMILY-FRIENDLY SUV</font></h2> <hr /> <table class="tr-caption-container" style="text-align: center; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody> <tr> <td style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbiEbw9lIAz141gRPY4oXHyjYXrnrizGgOW1IgEdW4Edddu_cepAzxrFAfMQwyFHux47AXie8qVI90m_lW8w9IsqJuRVtdeQcls5_zMi1KnUKMcWAovXwq2ep5AW3t5dxis4dlxGrKU-028b00tiLVFkBvtWupDBVDCUzBAjY_wqlaByKeZlve-_fN2TPS/s1600/07%20K%C3%BCbra%20Kuzu%20Pexels.jpg" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">Peugeot 3008 ~ Photo By Kubra Kuzu From Pexels</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><strong>Spacious and Comfortable</strong></p> <p>The Peugeot 3008 is an ideal choice for families or groups travelling through Europe. This SUV offers ample space, both for passengers and luggage, making it suitable for longer trips. The comfortable seating and smooth ride ensure that even the longest journeys are enjoyable for all passengers.</p> <p><strong>Safety and Entertainment</strong></p> <p>With high safety ratings and equipped with the latest entertainment technology, the 3008 keeps both driver and passengers safe and entertained. Its balance of space, comfort, and safety makes it one of the best choices for family travel.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="mercedes-benz-c-class" align="center"><font size="5">MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS: ELEGANCE ON WHEELS</font></h2> <hr /> <table class="tr-caption-container" style="text-align: center; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody> <tr> <td style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaQu_V2AhI8_VHN_8zC3eixes8q55j2mZWuGtY6NltlxnO5wQIvsB9KPSuymCBCks_v-231fZEjm0grDYgJIHPoRSOE8rjFbVa2dXVE1-WGgR2NxJKokKyixxr1V7w9df-fp7pyaXUTb2_698A78je0nZ3wWuoUoMvB187CY6D2oa5PnEkdgXbAfNWUHky/s1600/08%20Benz%20%20Esmihel%20Muhammad%20Pexels.jpg" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">Mercedes-Benz C-class ~ Photo By Esmihel Muhammad From Pexels</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><strong>Luxury Driving Experience</strong></p> <p>For those seeking elegance and a premium driving experience, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class stands out. Known for its luxurious interiors and smooth performance, this car adds a touch of sophistication to any European journey.</p> <p><strong>Advanced Features and Comfort</strong></p> <p>The C-Class is equipped with advanced driving assistance systems, ensuring safety and ease of driving. The interior comfort, coupled with high-performance engines, makes this car a popular choice for both business and leisure travelers.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="citroen-berlingo" align="center"><font size="5">CITROEN BERLINGO: THE SPACIOUS MULTIPURPOSE VEHICLE</font></h2> <hr /> <table class="tr-caption-container" style="text-align: center; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody> <tr> <td style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqvmmiKXcJ3wWYIG9BbQTYq8PjpSQCyIhabuMhCL11MfE5-LPBPlnwORoLVSjvxsG3f10brRQTdLc5qI5Yy5uV2utyCyknK7VlCSbUeLKvvyw0c8nDUbWZpiKHUzOhtWp9UzHn7FJDl4BHC8U2U8uHcJqIgGVwHprkVBbYbLp6nQg9g0jroPVdux1HUs-I/s1600/09%20Citroen%20Calreyn88%20Wikimedia%20Commons.jpg" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">Citroen Berlingo ~ Photo By Calreyn88 From Wikimedia Commons</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><strong>Versatility and Space</strong></p> <p>The Citroen Berlingo is a versatile multipurpose vehicle that offers an exceptional amount of space, ideal for travelers with lots of luggage or those who plan to camp. Its flexible seating arrangement allows you to customize the space according to your needs.</p> <p><strong>Economical and Comfortable</strong></p> <p>Apart from being spacious, the Berlingo is also economical, offering great fuel efficiency. The comfortable ride and practical features make it an excellent choice for long road trips and varied terrains.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="ford-fiesta" align="center"><font size="5">FORD FIESTA: THE DYNAMIC COMPACT</font></h2> <hr /> <table class="tr-caption-container" style="text-align: center; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody> <tr> <td style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih-GEqF2QENyDmfg0S0t1nMnB8eCJ1UMOmhc0T4RhJdnJHbiesVDPSxvX9liSewaqSZ8D30yy1bXWmN72YjNUd2n0NrC7yOKzB0X_4fBsQFsn2TXKeUxbG0kmSQNkSwPmC2uKTM8pBhv8r0Y4sStdAhyphenhyphenmSH_Od_t3O42wBeGsMfy4ASB2wJGKsR-SwZVD0/s1600/10%20Felipe%20Massa%20Pexels.jpg" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">Ford Fiesta ~ Photo By Felipe Massa From Pexels</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><strong>Agile and Fun to Drive</strong></p> <p>The Ford Fiesta is known for its agility and fun driving experience. Its compact size makes it perfect for navigating through Europe's bustling city streets, and its responsive handling ensures a pleasurable drive on winding country roads.</p> <p><strong>Fuel Efficiency and Modern Features</strong></p> <p>The Fiesta is also fuel-efficient, making it a cost-effective option for travelling across Europe. Equipped with modern features and a comfortable interior, it's a great choice for solo travelers or couples.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="range-rover-evoque" align="center"><font size="5">RANGE ROVER EVOQUE: THE STYLISH ALL-TERRAIN SUV</font></h2> <hr /> <table class="tr-caption-container" style="text-align: center; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody> <tr> <td style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFjrrhHtcQmC7ztOiFBW1uwJcbDot3kdA0j_mNCNxKtpgvbpzgKhwUw8x91aGCZ8lFQ8kSOPTityblYNuX76BdNSAtYzeqxg94Dw-ef30UbHuqB9z3t_KVkbLvMj8cH3_y_rBGKJ2LUCIAIGCH3VnzItFyPDFzKLQ_wxOqGYZcnwt9h1dQpnx5nbYfSkoP/s1600/11%20Range%20Rover%20Sourav%20Mishra%20Pexels.jpg" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">Range Rover Evosque ~ Photo By Sourav Mishra From Pexels</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><strong>Luxury and Capability</strong></p> <p>The Range Rover Evoque combines luxury with all-terrain capability. Its stylish design and plush interior provide a luxurious ride, while its off-road capabilities ensure that you can explore Europe's varied landscapes with ease.</p> <p><strong>Advanced Technology and Safety</strong></p> <p>Equipped with the latest technology and safety features, the Evoque offers a secure and advanced driving experience. Its versatility makes it suitable for city drives, coastal roads, and rugged terrains alike.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="conclusion" align="center"><font size="5">CONCLUSION</font></h2> <hr /> <p>Renting a car in Europe opens up a world of possibilities, allowing travelers to explore the continent at their own pace and comfort. The versatility of these vehicles caters to a wide range of preferences and needs, whether navigating narrow city lanes, cruising along scenic coastal roads, or adventuring through rugged landscapes. From economical compacts to luxurious SUVs, the options for European car rentals are diverse and accommodating. Selecting the right vehicle enhances the overall experience, ensuring that your journey through Europe is not just about the destinations, but also about the joy of the journey itself. With the right rental car, you can seamlessly blend exploration, comfort, and style into your European adventure. Embracing this freedom, you can discover the hidden gems and cultural richness that Europe uniquely offers, creating unforgettable memories along the way.</p> <p> </p> <p><font color="#666666">~ Words Contributed By A. Lucanus, Cover Photo By Mihis Alex From Pexels</font></p>blissfulgurohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13870571892501378691noreply@blogger.com0