tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-70362674438028417942024-03-25T16:11:19.103+08:00Lakad PilipinasLakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.comBlogger1566125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-90254814322406134342024-03-24T20:23:00.004+08:002024-03-25T11:47:06.197+08:00AIRASIA MOVE UNLIMITED ASEAN PASS Guide 2024 ~ How To Book, Redeem, And Use<p><img title="AirAsia Move Unlimited ASEAN Pass" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="AirAsia Move Unlimited ASEAN Pass" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd1SYo6HfL2oN7XqA1KgH8FmSHCoF6EVBpZP7K6cLZYhtJkU019u5TwzXqxx217AbWLDT5mDAJvesz9mLlNjkYTsm14tw1-wXnGRUt5U-icbxf7k5sRlOoR8_1LmLWrOw3O6MjveDT6XPcM6ZrFqjHoAvw2kblj2IJyuDETG_n4bOQ0JwOWtBIVAOjaZBw/s1600/AirAsia%20Unlimited%20Asean%20Pass.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p>AirAsia has recently relaunched its AirAsia ASEAN Pass, which they now rebranded as the <b>AirAsia MOVE Unlimited ASEAN Pass</b>. It’s an annual flight subscription which you pay for once, and which allows you to book an unlimited number of flights within South East Asia for zero-base fare. It can be used for a duration of one year. <br /> <br />AirAsia originally launched the <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2015/03/how-to-book-asean-pass-philippines.html"><strong>AirAsia ASEAN Pass in 2015</strong></a>, which lets you buy 10 or 20 Credit Passes, which you then redeem for flights—a flight can range from 1 to 3 credits—around South East Asia. <br /> <br />So, what’s new with the 2024 version of AirAsia’s ASEAN Pass? <b>Is it worth it?</b> How does it compare to Cebu Pacific Air’s extremely popular <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/how-to-purchase-redeem-ceb-super-pass.html"><strong>CEB Super Pass</strong></a>, which also lets you travel to any local destination for a period of one year? Well, let’s find out.</p> <a name='more'></a> <br /><center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK TOURS IN SOUTH EAST ASIA HERE!</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>AirAsia MOVE Unlimited ASEAN Pass Guide & Review</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS ~ WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/airasia-unlimited-asean-pass.html#what-is-airasia-unlimited-asean-pass">What Is AirAsia MOVE Unlimited ASEANPass?</a> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/airasia-unlimited-asean-pass.html#other-perks">Other Perks</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/airasia-unlimited-asean-pass.html#how-much">How Much Is It?</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/airasia-unlimited-asean-pass.html#travel-destinations">Where Can You Travel?</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/airasia-unlimited-asean-pass.html#who-can-buy">Who Can Buy It?</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/airasia-unlimited-asean-pass.html#when-can-you-buy">When Can You Buy?</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/airasia-unlimited-asean-pass.html#when-can-you-travel">When Can You Travel?</a></li> </ol> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/airasia-unlimited-asean-pass.html#how-to-buy">How To Buy AirAsia MOVE Unlimited ASEAN Pass</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/airasia-unlimited-asean-pass.html#how-to-redeem">How To Redeem AirAsia MOVE Unlimited ASEAN Pass For Flights</a> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/airasia-unlimited-asean-pass.html#can-you-book-multiple-flights">Can You Book Multiple Flights On The Same Travel Date?</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/airasia-unlimited-asean-pass.html#can-you-reschedule-flights">Can You Reschedule Your Already Booked Flights?</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/airasia-unlimited-asean-pass.html#missed-flights">What Happens If You Miss Your AirAsia MOVE ASEAN Pass Flight?</a></li> </ol> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/airasia-unlimited-asean-pass.html#how-to-redeem-airasia-unlimited-asean-pass-hotels">How To Redeem AirAsia MOVE Unlimited ASEAN Pass For Hotels</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/airasia-unlimited-asean-pass.html#is-it-worth-it">Is The AirAsia MOVE Unlimited ASEAN Pass Worth It?</a></li> </ol> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.agoda.com/?cid=1649989" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>CHECK AFFORDABLE HOTELS IN SOUTH EAST ASIA</strong></font></a></center> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 id="what-is-airasia-unlimited-asean-pass" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">WHAT IS AIRASIA MOVE UNLIMITED ASEAN PASS?</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="Siem Reap Cambodia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Siem Reap Cambodia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTgbclnC1cbuqrMIPBN_MGUTLL9xs6Wu_P3wE0zksB-nLc3M8jcX3B6j3MGLhmAuzIqQnn1fPWCLFkb3ZClhl-TuQHZhuOVHF7E12zLPQysHHGbPvMKRnijGE-LCPo6F2oqDKm1wBy7AD0fjsJjA3-gwl9cQQrv0N0XJlfuUNX22qxMXvte-_FRyKVXTou/s1600/20140201-SIEMREAP-S3IS-0003%20copy.jpg" /></p> <p>The new 2024 AirAsia Move Unlimited ASEAN Pass is a zero-base fare subscription for <b>international flights within South East Asian countries</b>. This means, you can buy the pass, then use it for an unlimited number of times for traveling from one country to another (domestic flights are not included) for one year, for zero-base fare. Yes, the base fare is zero, but you still need to pay for other flight-related fees like terminal fees, admin fees, fuel surcharge fees, taxes, among other things. <br /> <br />The countries included for the pass are <b>Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Myanmar, Laos</b>, and <b>Brunei—</b>these are flights with carrier codes AK, FD, Z2, QZ, and D7. <br /> <br />Since there are no AirAsia flights to <b>East Timor or Timor Leste</b>, and it isn’t really part of ASEAN nations just yet, it is not included with the Pass. <br /> <br />For 2024’s AirAsia ASEAN Pass, the <b>travel dates are from May 1, 2024 to April 30, 2025</b>.</p> <p> </p> <h3 id="other-perks" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Other Perks</font></h3> <p><img title="AirAsia Move Unlimited ASEAN Pass Dashboard" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="AirAsia Move Unlimited ASEAN Pass Dashboard" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkxkEvRpD-gW7hyo9GlgmcCNjHhs8uCrl51jYAyeWfvCKy3wrjd5cndMLNOcYZHl8yUXlrj0SkYOBzQrqw7-i5M5zchvYZ4-8flLWl-AVRhYgsjuBH3bIAhTVnDH9L7bfQzCTgdmtARV1M0NV9mbUnq4khSG-9XW9xUBOkx-5RBSDyDfDirfgSTcBg9fHv/s1600/AirAsia%20Unlimited%20Asean%20Pass%20SC2.png" /></p> <p>Besides the unlimited zero-base fare flights, AirAsia ASEAN Pass also has other benefits and perks. <br /> <br /><b>Unlimited Hotel Deals</b> – AirAsia MOVE offers up to <b>50% discounts</b> for stays with their hotel partners on the website and app. This also works with additional exclusive promo codes for Pass holders for more savings. <br /><b> <br />Free Airport Ride</b> – For every purchase of an AirAsia Unlimited ASEAN Pass, users are given one free ride to or from KLIA / KLIA2. Note that this <i>free ride</i> is capped at MYR 80.00, which is the usual taxi fare from KLIA to Klang Valley—any additional fare past MYR 80.00 would be shouldered by the user. <br /> <br />To avail of the free ride, access the AirAsia ASEAN Pass dashboard, click “<i>Ride (Go)”</i>, then choose “<i>Free Airport Ride</i>”. <br /> <br /><b>Unlimited Discounted Rides</b> – Since you can use AirAsia MOVE to book AirAsia Rides (similar to Grab Car) in Malaysia, you get MYR 2.00 discount for every single ride. <br /> <br />To avail of the discounted ride, access the AirAsia ASEAN Pass dashboard, click “<i>Ride (Go)”</i>, then choose “<i>Unlimited RM2 City Rides</i>”. <br /> <br /><b>Bonus Sign-Up Points</b> – A purchase of an AirAsia ASEAN Pass earns the subscriber 5,000 AirAsia Points, which you can use for flights or hotel bookings.</p> <p> </p> <h3 id="how-much" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">How Much Is An AirAsia MOVE Unlimited ASEAN Pass?</font></h3> <p><img title="AirAsia Move Unlimited ASEAN Pass Price" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="AirAsia Move Unlimited ASEAN Pass Price" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvb92GAHLm75jCOdQail0Fso9WBgjYvymlXwivmkqXiGVQy6QE5vNKyrbIgHIqbdEXtm0KHAe2VbL4ztIq36muJnpJoXpbXdP3cuS-KqjRFyaFpUOMGhfQXUezxhp1EK0ltvyPjBgufxQQ7GVC9ir0HCy5ejih7hl2rAjzOB3-P_DVwF3hnCgf4TtYgHRb/s1600/AirAsia%20Unlimited%20Asean%20Pass%20Price%20List.png" width="705" height="705" /></p> <p>An AirAsia Move Unlimited ASEAN Pass costs PHP 14,888.00 for Philippine residents, THB 8,888.00 for Thailand residents, IDR 3.98 MIO for Indonesia residents, SGD 388.00 for Singapore residents, and MYR 1,188.00 for Malaysia residents. <br /> <br />Payment methods include <b>BigPay, Credit Card, Debit Card,</b> and <b>Internet Banking</b>. For those with <b>AirAsia Credits</b> left on their account, unfortunately, this cannot be used to purchase an ASEAN Pass. <br /> <br />For <b>Malaysian, Singaporean</b>, and <b>Thai residents</b>, there is an <b>MYR 50.00 / SGD 16.00 / THB 388.00 discount</b> when you pay with <b>AirAsia BigPay.</b> For these nationalities, the pass can also be availed using 0% instalment plans with preferred banks in Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia. The Philippines, unfortunately, is sadly excluded for these promos. <br /> <br />There is an <b>Early Bird discount of 5%</b> for those who will buy the pass from March 22 to 24, 2024. To get the discount, use the code “EARLYBIRD5” during check out. <br /> <br />Again, the <b>AirAsia MOVE Unlimited ASEAN Pass fee only covers a flight’s base fare</b>—that means zero fee base fare for its subscribers—you still need to pay for other flight-related fees like terminal fees, admin fees, fuel surcharge fees, taxes, among other charges regulated by ASEAN airports.</p> <p> </p> <h3 id="travel-destinations" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Where Can You Travel Using AirAsia MOVE Unlimited ASEAN Pass?</font></h3> <p><img title="AirAsia Move Unlimited ASEAN Pass Destinations" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="AirAsia Move Unlimited ASEAN Pass Destinations" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6WgwMdkK7OBcHcSHUFR3adR0Msf4a4ZEh7phZwYPxWXA6D6-vmofuY0UkNoEl5ngTZEwvDzM3X0uReDibFLql9cnvPuzIxaGsdY3p-gq7mCrO4YMYLVuWtyldFFrIab-KOLO2x1nDL9ibDi210yns-WyZhoLW8LULzXG5o4HraS1v2uJfASCPM_FYCj40/s1600/AirAsia%20Unlimited%20Asean%20Pass%20Routes.jpg" /></p> <p>AirAsia MOVE Unlimited ASEAN Pass subscribers can travel to all ten ASEAN nations. Note that East Timor or Timor Leste is not part of the list. While it is indeed part of South East Asia, it is still not part of the ASEAN nations, plus the fact that there is currently no AirAsia flights to the said country. <br /> <br />Here is a list of countries and cities where you can use your AirAsia ASEAN Pass.</p> <p><b>Brunei:</b> Brunei</p> <p><b>Cambodia:</b> Phnom Penh, Siem Reap</p> <p><b>Indonesia:</b> Bali, Jakarta, Surabaya, Jogjakarta, Medan, Lombok, Padang, Bandung, Makassar, Pekanbaru</p> <p><b>Laos:</b> Vientiane</p> <p><b>Malaysia:</b> Penang, Langkawi, Kota Kinabalu, Ipoh, Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru</p> <p><b>Myanmar:</b> Yangon</p> <p><b>Philippines:</b> Manila</p> <p><b>Singapore:</b> SIngapore</p> <p><b>Thailand:</b> Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai, Hat Yai, Krabi</p> <p><b>Vietnam:</b> Ho Chi Mihn, Hanoi, Danang, Sihanoukville, Phu Quoc, Nha Trang <br /> <br />One important thing to know is that you can only use the AirAsia ASEAN Pass to travel internationally—that means one country to another. You cannot travel locally, even if there are other airport locations that are listed for the Pass. <br /> <br /><b>Here’s an example</b>, say you want to travel from Manila, Philippines to Penang—a popular destination in Malaysia which doesn’t have a direct flight from the Philippines. The usual route would be Manila > Kuala Lumpur > Penang. But since KL and Penang are on the same country, you can’t book it using the Pass. What you’d have to do instead is book a Manila > Kuala Lumpur > Singapore > Penang flights. <br /> <br />This is quite inconvenient, totally different from their previous ASEAN Pass which you can use even for local flights.</p> <p> </p> <h3 id="who-can-buy" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Who Can Buy AirAsia Unlimited ASEAN Pass?</font></h3> <p>The AirAsia MOVE Unlimited ASEAN Pass is available for any nationality above 18 years of age. Minors can also purchase a Pass under adult supervision. Minors under 12 years of age on the flight departure date cannot purchase a Pass. <br /> <br />To buy the Pass, a user would have to register on the AirAsia MOVE app or website using the same details (name and birthday) found on his/her passport. A user can only buy a pass for him/herself. The pass cannot be shared or transferred to other people, with a few listed valid exceptions and provided that it still hasn’t been used. <br /> <br />One thing that isn’t clear is that there are <strong>only four base countries</strong> (where you supposedly purchased the Pass) listed under the ASEAN Pass dashboard—Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, and Indonesia. So, say for example, you live in Vietnam and want to purchase a Pass? Do you list Malaysia or any of the other three countries? </p> <p> </p> <h3 id="when-can-you-buy" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">When Can You Buy AirAsia MOVE Unlimited ASEAN Pass?</font></h3> <p>The AirAsia MOVE Unlimited ASEAN Pass is available for purchase starting March 22, 2024.</p> <p> </p> <h3 id="when-can-you-travel" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">When Can You Travel Using AirAsia MOVE Unlimited ASEAN Pass?</font></h3> <p>The travel date for the 2024 Unlimited ASEAN Pass is from <b>May 1, 2024 to April 30, 2025</b> and booking a flight requires 14 days before flight date. <br /> <br />There are, however, embargo or blackout dates where you cannot travel using the Pass. Here’s the list of <strong>AirAsia ASEAN Pass embargo dates</strong>: <br /> <br />October 30, 2024 to November 4, 2024 <br />All Souls / Saints Day - Z2 Flights <br /> <br />December 19, 2024 to January 5, 2025 <br />Christmas and Year End Holidays - All Carriers <br /> <br />January 24, 2025 to February 3, 2025 <br />Chinese New Year - All Carriers <br /> <br />March 27, 2025 to April 6, 2025 <br />Hari Raya - AK, D7, FD, QZ Flights <br /> <br />April 10, 2025 to April 20, 2025 <br />Songkran Festival – AK, D7, FD, QZ Flights <br /> <br />April 15, 2025 to 22 April 2025 <br />Holy Week - Z2 Flights <br /> <br />To check seat availability before booking your AirAsia ASEAN Pass, you can head over to <a href="https://www.airasia.com/unlimited/en/gb/search-flights" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.airasia.com/unlimited/en/gb/search-flights</a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 id="how-to-buy" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">HOW TO BUY AIRASIA MOVE UNLIMITED ASEAN PASS</font></h2> <hr /> <p>To purchase an AirAsia MOVE Unlimited ASEAN Pass you would need to access the AirAsia MOVE app or website. You would have to register if you’re not yet an AirAsia member. Note that you would have to <b>use the name and birthdate as indicated in your passport</b> as these would be used when booking flights under your account. <br /> <br />Here’s a step-by-step guide on buying an AirAsia Unlimited ASEAN Pass: <br /> <br />1. Log in to the AirAsia MOVE app or <a href="https://www.airasia.com/" target="_blank">website</a></p> <p>2. Click the “Asean Pass” icon</p> <p>3. Click “SUBSCRIBE”</p> <p>4. Fill out the required personal details</p> <p>5. Choose your preferred payment method</p> <p>6. A confirmation email will be sent to the email you used after successful purchase. <br /> <br />Note that once bought, an AirAsia Move Unlimited ASEAN Pass cannot be cancelled. It is also not available for purchase by travel agencies.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 id="how-to-redeem" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">HOW TO REDEEM AIRASIA MOVE UNLIMITED ASEAN PASS FOR FLIGHTS</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="AirAsia Move Unlimited ASEAN Pass How To Redeem" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="AirAsia Move Unlimited ASEAN Pass How To Redeem" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUAoKuXAeIS_m_wOsKdwrbiwOmq9cJEzPsNclz8Nas7z34gHg_xUeCyLYkpoGzJT22jPJtwPRXCOigK538G40nBoAJxpE6Z-79xVurIZwHLTrT5zaJaU9FYwi2lEXeVkTta9zqbNCN2IhIF8VRvoeeKcRPb4up-Uwt1McUBu8AZnBgeKbAcJBMEy90sNlr/s1600/AirAsia%20Unlimited%20Asean%20Pass%20GIF.gif" width="705" height="705" /></p> <p>Here’s a step-by-step guide on redeeming an AirAsia Unlimited ASEAN Pass: <br /> <br />1. Log in to the AirAsia MOVE app or <a href="https://www.airasia.com/" target="_blank">website</a> and access the ASEAN Pass subscription dashboard.</p> <p>2. Click “Go” button next to <i>Flights</i>, then a promo code would be auto-generated. There is no need to copy this.</p> <p>3. Click “Book Now” to proceed to your Flight Search</p> <p>4. In <i>Flight Search</i>, select departure “From”, and destination in “To” </p> <p>5. Select <em>departure date</em>, and <em>return date</em> if you’re getting a round-trip flight</p> <p>6. Click “Search” </p> <p>7. Select AirAsia flights with <i>100% OFF</i> fares </p> <p>8. Select <em>add-ons</em> (optional)</p> <p>9. Complete payment</p> <p><img title="AirAsia Move Unlimited ASEAN Pass How To Redeem" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="AirAsia Move Unlimited ASEAN Pass How To Redeem" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEip7Z5edvb66tIiyhsHHb1lS9GBvvXV0hVV043TtoZK2pKFqVRoQwOt83R8VuSsm3vMRJjYgCTI9EbQa6wcDEb2O77elLx7i26Lqk3DYnJUS6AQuCPZdpHQXjDKX3Q66X8U5tPQW6sdm8kIZ36CqOUaVbvIeRv9fqK3Ey0ZC447fF4nZMP5E43oZkobIMcz/s1600/AirAsia%20Move%20Pass%2001.png" /></p> <p>Note that flights must be booked 14 days in advance and are not inclusive of airport taxes, fees, and other additional charges. <br /> <br />Another important thing to note, ASEAN Pass subscribers can <strong>only book two flights at a time</strong>—a safeguard to ensure that there would be no passenger overbookings. This means that you can <strong>only have two confirmed flights at any given time</strong>. Once you have <i>flown</i> or <i>cancelled</i> one of these two, then a slot for your ASEAN Pass opens up, and you can then immediately book another flight.</p> <p> </p> <h3 id="can-you-book-multiple-flights" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Can You Book Multiple Flights On The Same Travel Date?</font></h3> <p>Yes, you can book multiple flights on the same travel date using the AirAsia MOVE Unlimited ASEAN Pass, provided that it would not be from the same origin. This is actually a no-brainer, since how can you actually fly from the same location twice on the same day. </p> <p> </p> <h3 id="can-you-reschedule-flights" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Can You Reschedule Your Already Booked Flights?</font></h3> <p>Yes, you can reschedule flights booked using your AirAsia MOVE Unlimited ASEAN Pass. This can be done using the AirAsia app or website, but it is subject to flight availability. You might also be charged a fare difference fee, so a better way to do this is to simply cancel your existing booking and book a new one using your Pass.</p> <p> </p> <h3 id="missed-flights" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">What Happens If You Miss Your AirAsia ASEAN Pass Flight?</font></h3> <p>AirAsia MOVE Unlimited ASEAN Pass subscribers are allowed 3 no-shows for their confirmed flights. The 4th no show would incur a revocation of the user’s AirAsia ASEAN Pass. <br /> <br />If, however, you have a valid reason for missing your flights—medical related, loss of family member, legal issues, among others—you may submit your reasons complete with supporting documents to AirAsia.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 id="how-to-redeem-airasia-unlimited-asean-pass-hotels" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">HOW TO REDEEM AIRASIA UNLIMITED ASEAN PASS FOR HOTELS</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="AirAsia Move Unlimited ASEAN Pass How To Redeem" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="AirAsia Move Unlimited ASEAN Pass How To Redeem" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkxkEvRpD-gW7hyo9GlgmcCNjHhs8uCrl51jYAyeWfvCKy3wrjd5cndMLNOcYZHl8yUXlrj0SkYOBzQrqw7-i5M5zchvYZ4-8flLWl-AVRhYgsjuBH3bIAhTVnDH9L7bfQzCTgdmtARV1M0NV9mbUnq4khSG-9XW9xUBOkx-5RBSDyDfDirfgSTcBg9fHv/s1600/AirAsia%20Unlimited%20Asean%20Pass%20SC2.png" /></p> <p>Another great benefit of having an AirAsia MOVE Unlimited ASEAN Pass is the discounted hotels you can book. Like the flights, there is no limit to your hotel bookings which have discounts that can range from 30% to 50%. <br /> <br />Here’s a step-by-step guide on redeeming an AirAsia ASEAN Pass hotel discount:</p> <p>1. On the <i>AirAsia Hotel widget</i>, copy the promo code for your chosen hotel</p> <p>2. Access the ASEAN Pass subscription dashboard.</p> <p>3. Click the “Go” button next to <i>Hotel</i></p> <p>4. Enter your <i>Destination, Travel Dates,</i> and <i>Number of Rooms & Guests</i></p> <p>5. Search for your chosen hotel</p> <p>6. Choose <i>Room Type</i></p> <p>7. Click “Pay Now and Continue”</p> <p>8. Apply the promo code</p> <p>9. Complete payment</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 id="is-it-worth-it" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">IS THE AIRASIA MOVE UNLIMITED ASEAN PASS WORTH IT?</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="Sapa Vietnam" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Sapa Vietnam" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivT3dcQt7SLd-CZPXc_7kxbtpKrZXkeLpot6srqLyh62xfJOzIttF38N6RK-EkS4-JgEh1p9ujKlcobWGm5Qk_bMLwhD6LdLZn5WpCe5iA_VwdwYW2uT7KDitQBcOU1LZJZA_6a-pqHIPsvyHLH8GN6jswKI_yaOBnonA6qNfAbE05RQYqIKBAEVx4lGaF/s1600/20170523-SAPA-A6000-0075%20copy.jpg" /></p> <p>Is the AirAsia MOVE Unlimited ASEAN Pass worth it? It depends on who’s going to use it. <br /> <br /><strong>It’s worth it for people who travel to only a single destination for multiple times a year</strong>—like weekend travelers who can only travel during non-work holidays, since you can book an unlimited number of round-trip flights every time you have a holiday. You probably have to travel at least four or five times to recoup the Pass’ fee. <br /> <br /><strong>It’s probably good for long-term travelers who plan to explore South East Asia on an extended period of time too</strong>. The major downside, however, is the prohibition on booking local flights—which can incur a lot of additional expenses if you have to fly to another country and back just to get to your chosen local destination. An option would be to use the Pass only when moving to the next country and using regular flights or buses on intercity travel. <br /> <br /><strong>The Pass is also inconvenient for multi-destination trips with a rigid schedule</strong>. Since you can only book two flights at any given time, it makes planning long trips quite hard. Think of booking hotels and reserving activities ahead of time on destinations you’re unsure if you can actually book using the AirAsia ASEAN Pass since you’re only allowed two existing flights. <br /> <br /><strong>For group travels, the Pass can also be problematic</strong>. Since each booking has to be made individually by the person traveling, the possibility of actually booking and traveling on the same flight can be hard, especially for popular destinations. This, however, can still be achieved, if your group is willing to travel on different flight times. <br /> <br />And lastly, <strong>the Pass is definitely not for families traveling with children below 12 years of age</strong>—since they’re not allowed to purchase a pass and you’d have buy them a regular flight ticket on the same flight as yours. <br /> <br />So, is the AirAsia MOVE Unlimited ASEAN Pass worth it? For the reasons stated above, it’s both yes and no.</p>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-31757375418485824702024-03-12T21:44:00.003+08:002024-03-12T21:53:42.960+08:00MALAYSIA | TANJUNG RHU RESORT LANGKAWI REVIEW ~ WHAT TO EXPECT FOR A THREE-DAY STAY<p><img title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwIpg2UUG1oibaxVgt0ME0Md9D5kyivDYk_MMtcvEH8fsAxKf7q1jbjBTzeeTh45QflHJHXXueWgZSoYvi6qzTMzDPkZvLtx0jajJYwHiA2WHDWf3W16jMjYhHdSRMotSCv9aw2fq6n2TwyoadDHEVE5G5YoCw2yqXRqWxtYiZKwnxXbAJsSgJeW5mb9rs/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0049%20copy.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p>It was our last full day in Langkawi, our last full day in Malaysia. And our last stop in the country was <strong>Tanjung Rhu Resort</strong>, and here, for the past two days, we’ve done nothing but eat, relax, and laze around. It was just what we needed after traveling our way through the colorful streets of <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/search/label/BWAK+Penang"><strong>Penang</strong></a> and Langkawi’s Pantai Cenang.</p> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Beach" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Beach" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiB4o_o4EnpeGcigadzfIhXY_emJ_gpJZmKridIrjxJw26Upm6Xz0DKJK5bCpzia83pe2Fe44nI-O_n3ZrHbsdNbz_QHdcdKd6_sjOkVSRHYG6dmlTO_qF_ZqEljk0hsUH-QZ66RLjpS8f_BvLHw6E0FGrDKRq5mE3k0m8XPm5BHKhSwsvMMezTgBqrIgmZ/s1600/20230730-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0079%20copy.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;">SUNSET AT TANJUNG RHU BEACH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Tomorrow, we fly to Singapore, the third leg of our <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/08/backpacking-with-a-kid-2023.html"><strong>Backpacking With A Kid</strong></a> trip. But for now, we savor the setting sun while we laze on a sandy beach almost all to ourselves. It was quite perfect—well, okay, not really. If we have a cold, cold beer in hand, then that would really make it perfect.</p> <a name='more'></a> <br /> <p><strong>      <font size="4">EASY LINKS FOR YOUR TANJUNG RHU TRIP</font></strong></p> <blockquote> <p><strong>Discounted Room Rates</strong> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=3096661" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi on Agoda</a> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/100598-tanjung-rhu-langkawi-day-pass/?aid=524" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Day Pass</a> <br /> <br /><strong>Easy Transfers</strong> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.klook.com/en-MY/activity/8024-private-car-charter-langkawi/?aid=524" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Car Rentals</a> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/22949-motorbike-scooter-rental-langkawi/?aid=524" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Motorbike or Scooter Rental</a> <br /> <br /><strong>Discounted Klook Activities</strong> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/24668-tanjung-rhu-mangrove-forest-tour-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tanjung Rhu Mangrove Tour with Lunch + Transfers</a> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/71822-group-atv-ride-tanjung-rhu-beach-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tanjung Rhu ATV Ride</a> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/23229-cable-car-admission-ticket-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cable Car SkyCab Ticket</a> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/98370-stand-up-paddle-snorkeling-tanjung-rhu-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tanjung Rhu Stand Up Paddle and Snorkeling Experience</a> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/9259-underwater-world-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Langkawi Underwater World Ticket</a> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/86667-dream-forest-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dream Forest Langkawi Ticket</a> </p> </blockquote> <br /> <hr /> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>TANJUNG RHU RESORT LANGKAWI BLOG REVIEW</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS ~ WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/tanjung-rhu-resort-langkawi-blog-review.html#getting-there">How To Get To Tanjung Rhu</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/tanjung-rhu-resort-langkawi-blog-review.html#about-tanjung-rhu-langkawi-resort">About Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/tanjung-rhu-resort-langkawi-blog-review.html#room">Where We Stayed</a> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/tanjung-rhu-resort-langkawi-blog-review.html#receiving-room">Receiving Room</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/tanjung-rhu-resort-langkawi-blog-review.html#walk-in-closet">Walk-In Closet</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/tanjung-rhu-resort-langkawi-blog-review.html#toilet">Toilet & Bath</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/tanjung-rhu-resort-langkawi-blog-review.html#main-bedroom">Main Bedroom</a></li> </ol> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/tanjung-rhu-resort-langkawi-blog-review.html#things-to-do">Things To Do In Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi</a> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/tanjung-rhu-resort-langkawi-blog-review.html#swimming-pools">Swimming Pools</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/tanjung-rhu-resort-langkawi-blog-review.html#gym-spa">Gym & Spa</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/tanjung-rhu-resort-langkawi-blog-review.html#reading-room">Reading Room</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/tanjung-rhu-resort-langkawi-blog-review.html#bar-games">Bar Games</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/tanjung-rhu-resort-langkawi-blog-review.html#tennis">Tennis</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/tanjung-rhu-resort-langkawi-blog-review.html#hiking">Hiking</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/tanjung-rhu-resort-langkawi-blog-review.html#beach">Beach</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/tanjung-rhu-resort-langkawi-blog-review.html#birding">Bird Watching</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/tanjung-rhu-resort-langkawi-blog-review.html#kilim-geoforest-park">Kilim Geoforest Park Cruise</a></li> </ol> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/tanjung-rhu-resort-langkawi-blog-review.html#dining-options">Where And What To Eat In Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi</a> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/tanjung-rhu-resort-langkawi-blog-review.html#sands-restaurant">Sands Restaurant</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/tanjung-rhu-resort-langkawi-blog-review.html#sunset-pool-bar">Sunset Pool Bar</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/tanjung-rhu-resort-langkawi-blog-review.html#saffron-restaurant">Saffron Restaurant</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/tanjung-rhu-resort-langkawi-blog-review.html#others">The Reading Room, Chef’s Table, Sands Pool Bar</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/03/tanjung-rhu-resort-langkawi-blog-review.html#beach-dining">Beach Dining</a></li> </ol> </li> </ol>            ► <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/what-to-see-and-do-pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi.html"><strong>THINGS TO SEE IN PANTAI CENANG</strong></a> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://skyscanner.pxf.io/rQzZGD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>FIND THE CHEAPEST FLIGHT TO LANGKAWI</strong></font></a></center> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 id="getting-there" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">HOW TO GET TO TANJUNG RHU</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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4U6Sowha_q-xZXdhKXk83m5cAqYLtZvscaaOqnhpJFcqY7APHCGzebbC_oXt_icl-S0B4oDS5kbCs8LBh3Qh3SCE0fALRP4rFL_nj6nARbjQacAg-74h5oO3l8FA0FW5vm6r9rgqzUtTrcZSpSWgRW512dtzGLIUUK9vuaxbRt4_0iHETP1gigo4SmuM8/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0011%20copy.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;">TANJUNG RHU RESORT <span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">LANGKAWI</span> BEACH SIDE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>From <strong>Pantai Cenang</strong>, where we stayed for the past six days—first at <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/mercure-langkawi-pantai-cenang-blog-review.html"><strong>Mercure Langkawi</strong></a>, then at <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html"><strong>Rebak Island Resort</strong></a>—we took a Grab car to Tanjung Rhu. We have previously been to this area before, trying out <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/06/langkawi-parasailing-tanjung-rhu.html"><strong>Parasailing at Langkawi</strong></a> via Naam Sports. So, we do have an inkling on what to expect on this side of the island—and that is endless stretches of white sandy beaches without the tourist crowd.</p> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje7KKgoTvbzhTHI5txHTS1ExqWPHdswCEenzLGjn-Kb5znuRwHtY_A5AKyXPtFbBJ04CIZYA_XYRmuecO9UtqNd7cKcZMdskdKWWUQI1-VChrzgxuFbBUFxbosGAd0HyVIvkxbP6WSbrlpWH3Pvt69kpJFTdn95MQgKURoygRp8-H2AaGhn8q0codqIwiG/s1600/20230730-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0020%20copy.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;">TWILIGHT AT THE RESORT</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Tanjung Rhu Resort is located at the <i>mukim</i> or township of <b>Ayer Hangat</b> on the northern portion of Langkawi. It is quite a ways away from Pantai Cenang, and it took us about half an hour to reach it, with our bill for a Grab car at around MYR 50.00. Well, it’s actually not that bad—there was absolutely no traffic for the forty-minute drive and the route was quite scenic, with lush towering trees lining the road like a tunnel.</p> <p><font color="#c0504d" size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-MY/activity/8024-private-car-charter-langkawi/?aid=524" rel="nofollow" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>RENT A CAR IN LANGKAWI HERE!</strong></font></a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 id="about-tanjung-rhu-langkawi-resort" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">ABOUT TANJUNG RHU RESORT LANGKAWI</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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Facade" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Facade" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZC1bae-31kYcLeBxib0QKb3th7jgASiE6A9fc6v0FioGmIe_bYf0zEWYYXShbgBP7QropE47uqcKY2i2cAbd6qFUXZl8hfNT5KB57gb2MAa0cdbgWnQcSZykmB6mq5TReyywOkRx355PitW4AQ4slTD_XzEWc9tkTB11g43EQlQHEn1OfSDBuSBHZpiHx/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0018%20copy.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;">TANJUNG RHU RESORT’S MAIN ENTRANCE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Rated as a five-star resort, <strong>Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi</strong> offers nothing but luxury to guests—they don’t have any ordinary hotel rooms, the only ones they have are suites. Spectacularly massive suites. Designed around a circular central courtyard filled with trees and tranquil ponds, they have seven types of suites—most, if not all, have two balconies—one overlooking the central atrium, and another overlooking the sea or the forest beyond.</p> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Lobby" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Lobby" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvD6TYt5j_jJXM4I98RYaIJ-d9YAHjb_lOfjUVZBhDdSwhcB26Z3gdOtfnvBQxWS9qfYLk-lgpnKGtyVuJHgHdFMHm1P15KnR9pUWrczWSEB-aKvvoNdRXBPOj2JWQmqi6ifd16qAHdt9SL9HoKQH9QR516OwaKC42FMgsvKFdKWCD9o64DUcg0Jolvmp5/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0017%20copy.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;">RUSTIC LOBBY AREA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><b>Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Pet Policy:</b> Unfortunately for pet lovers, Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi<b> </b>is not pet-friendly. It does not allow pets on its property.</p> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Night" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Night" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKlOtHdAGzbEaPq_GdFGNyUC4ob4yySuFGite0jzjhzQrzHt4Vq_TFspEJcrvl8VmlPA2V-Bq70mnR0DsG9FnakTkE_RuUsDbMFxu79FGy-Ns06e88dkJVgfHjDaS2pplOS_8ykjvOIji2wd2zKgv2bSjCh-Q6tr3TYccwME0oVERrEgDON0jqXBcZW3_X/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0023%20copy.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;">EVENINGS AT THE RESORT’S GARDEN ATRIUM</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 id="room" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">WHERE WE STAYED</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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Room" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Room" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiwGdCAzbZAC06WJUi2CwIu6Wwbwk6fj2ol3ROlPvxpziN4VMvhoueI2syqN-HumDIJKa316o7AFUCoy2fRLkS45DY_6okJkv4Ece0xm4KE3OO6bj7U9PzheTf-k7hIDRpJKYQErCAWE0MWIQEJIMZ2fcMnCh6Gpmn-NgqiJ2PMo3S6Skps3iUdtMOyvyS/s1600/20230730-LANGKAWI-P9-0037%20copy.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;">A TYPICAL BEDROOM AT TANJUNG RHU RESORT <span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">LANGKAWI</span></span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>For three days, we stayed at Tanjung Rhu Resort’s <b>Bayu Senja Seaview Suite</b>, one of their most luxurious suites. To say it was huge, is an understatement, and the view was nothing short of spectacular.</p> <p><font color="#c0504d" size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=3096661" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>CHECK DISCOUNTED RATES HERE!</strong></font></a></p> <p> </p> <h3 id="receiving-room" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Receiving Room</font></h3> <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/AVvXsEjJLwMm5CZ7kMHSZnUvmeGHSTLnrUdsonBUgm03TSEOccVlVqL7N3hkg-z5xhIZdARSQ7WIu8nEGUoa0W6tvkqHNCtrPbsty9KucmIaMxcgxSzqL9S8vgFlW7KOlqsZmIpOpkYaxxOTc4-pDZb0Tjh5IU_irS2irUwVuQZjAILPtCsu1pMGYbD1qBj8zI9a/s1600/Untitled-2%20copy.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;">RECEIVING ROOM ~ PHOTO FROM TANJUNG RHU RESORT WEBSITE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Located on the second floor, it has a <b>receiving room</b> that is almost as big as a regular <i>Deluxe Room</i> for most mid-range resorts. It has a sofa, a flatscreen TV, a snack cabinet where the mini-fridge and coffee and tea-making facilities are—they have coffee pods, but their local instant coffee are one of the best I’ve had—and its very own balcony that looks over the garden atrium.</p> <p> </p> <h3 id="walk-in-closet" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Walk-In Closet</font></h3> <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/AVvXsEiTePpcxTOpQ9SlxCnc17nFFtb1g_UKm0mDW8NEd5oCH3czYsqyZknSpqtbK-i-cD7edt3nS8VBaOACqIzpMt-og6b2MFeBxhO-Vb7uYHu0sGXKXMZJGzdKEYNg1MuUOWSY1QkN4AEpj_GibeU5QlPj5_tY57CarsYVR1l5UlyJ5hpjsYQlXO99vyHwSd9Y/s1600/Untitled-3%20copy.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;">WALK-IN CLOSET ~ PHOTO FROM TANJUNG RHU RESORT WEBSITE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>To get to the main bedroom, you have to pass through a walk-in closet, which has a massive amount of storage space, which you cannot possibly max out. A door on the left leads to the toilet and bath, and the one out front leads to the main bedroom.</p> <p> </p> <h3 id="toilet" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Toilet & Bath</font></h3> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Toilet & Bath" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Toilet & Bath" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2_uVCw6JsEuATHz5SFNzbsnvNCyqPq7PT_TUMFcLZkzSSJxrX4K5bzgunHHtBxZmEi7q4E65DGyWfvBFGVqm1gUvrOKxsNBS4Dv8HqgaUMchGm_lwax39iVa4027XkkBqRW2UVCPY2wiFFIELa_tUt6O_-weUXK7xa-5ZLktHW-7aCI3oyps0zNvC9Za1/s1600/20230730-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0010%20copy.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;">SPACIOUS TOILET AND BATH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The toilet is, naturally, incredibly spacious. <br /> <br />A very long <i>his and hers </i>lavatory line the left side of the wall and on the right, a bathtub with a retractable window that opens to the bedroom—good for a romantic stay or if you just want to relax on the tub with a view of the <strong>Andaman Sea</strong>.</p> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Toilet & Bath" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Toilet & Bath" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBlzuFebmgzd8z3_bQxskDQtajL-5CBiub9_pd_lTn4CC99n_GeWMFzjtHaPUk5AvLpP2HaxtNCms9pZoYEAClCxpFW4wpo36e6bCWSQoTJDOvLDFwgUjDJZTIt4XFNgWrDVxcICcJhmjqTEdabiC8VaFUe7V_UYzdUBSEy_7Q-_aw2FxYIOpVNcLKqj-N/s1600/20230730-LANGKAWI-P9-0032%20copy.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;">THE TOILET AND BATH AS SEEN FROM THE BEDROOM</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Straight on is the water closet and shower, with each having its own closable stalls.</p> <p> </p> <h3 id="main-bedroom" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Main Bedroom</font></h3> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Bedroom" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Bedroom" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUc4ohQKtQc4L-hobSE6E4w0U2Xc55yjRd3zCoOt9XMucfmPE_fi8QwZw2cw0Wbabxu9XjJ5hE8zoNY4CEzQdMys-L-dLZTk4fdiWXOnxQ402Lxl4spEicvmM1Gr52VOA4LpNRsd4hnnj5bbOxzhc_5OgAzIGdLR5kM3MSOmrPQj1jjCFeZ-MfD_8GRkyS/s1600/20230730-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0007%20copy.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;">MASSIVE MAIN BEDROOM</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>And the main feature of the suite, is of course the main bedroom.</p> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Bedroom" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Bedroom" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhftC34NQLW1OxAS3qn5gM6WEdXV7P0REpHuFC3afBlxMQMtYW6ztNTbBRepVhBAVIsPADs0rKFrZ_EU4yRDJConaZNlYnhg8O86cDYenzt6EPKFKLog0wDoNFoyrk8QWZGqcGtVXr5MS6aM_pLvJvzUWKflyVQ22E2YBmlc12OW7rpu3dQbw9fNTRusJjO/s1600/20230730-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0012%20copy.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;">SITTING AREA INSIDE THE BEDROOM</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Not to be outdone, it has a sitting room with full sofa, and behind it, a workstation that can sit two workaholic bloggers. On the wall, narrow vertical windows allow a framed view of the beach—whetting our curiosity for a full view of the sea.</p> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Bedroom" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Bedroom" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg50WPxDGMojs7CO-Sp64aJWNrr5hJ9l86NXZ51ETlVQITOY3vA_tWb-I0EaD1Y1Dhrjq3rUtG9AIeJrqiVDC295liQaLlbtFum6_3rtJ6BUoOAy7lqF8ozLFkZYZE2wV7TAlEm6ZspwwK8LWCB8JfG5fisGuhBiOqf_BQnjIPkhbz5u8l0Ds3tni7UULmo/s1600/20230730-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0008%20copy.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;">SLEEPING AREA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>A low cabinet with a flatscreen TV that can be swiveled stands as divider for the sleeping area, where an invitingly soft queen-bed sits. On its left is the retractable window for the bath tub, and on the right a sliding glass door that leads to a balcony that overlooks the beach, the sea, and two islets. A couple of bottles of beer on the mini-fridge and it cannot be more perfect.</p> <center> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Bedroom" style="border: 0px currentcolor; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Bedroom" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW2CRid8_DZau7yrGRbwK2RmEY7jzNI-f4VB-o_Lqts7U0sFJtaWs-wuI877QLy-7hmFSWFAmQq0KqcGoOGM41-qrXh6hmpjO_sxz2ozKG3nJHVDjaI6JK_5Y7mXRc4VWj4OXg8vbuHLWG6lTiH-JTYjvbfH1-qA4jlsKIm99Be_FDXnoTaBlWAeH1vBdy/s1600/20230730-LANGKAWI-P9-0051%20copy.jpg" width="327" height="492" /> <img title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Bedroom Balcony" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Bedroom Balcony" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5dgZBmu2sscWEAHdwBhc5CF9wBbvTF_CytJ26zgBs_w4r-4k3EZdkbs7YQFY8hhb60JkkwDgPhAucar0Q9wdk_FDrXUcKNHqYST5zwQZrVVdOZLWEjShjXH1eXATLpUYnawVjquplw2PqrhYjrem_a1V5vnsey2eUow1r75D47zS94mah5HEHyzJ_2Hp4/s1600/20230730-LANGKAWI-P9-0047%20copy.jpg" width="370" height="492" /></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;">THE VIEW FROM THE SITTING AREA AND THE BALCONY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> </center> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 id="things-to-do" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">THINGS TO DO IN TANJUNG RHU RESORT LANGKAWI</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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi View" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi View" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPhF_wAcTGA5vUf6mxejNEokG5x0ThzUv9uloufk3ApbyhTVUmj_uFi9ZTNFX95nY9L15sDZ4JPG8o-mQpzaC2P5i_PEJKcmy_mJx65Q7riIIYKpIeBoEnuMpoN8MJ8WFBOyMMeGqrKl3usAJKONBffgp7-MhHaTtjR1HM8Qs_Al62QT-tU1oIkms_sq8b/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0040%20copy.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;">A VIEW OF THE ISLETS IN FRONT OF THE RESORT</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Since Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi is located on a remote part of Langkawi, getting out of the resort to do stuff isn’t really an option—except for a few activities. But fear not, since there are not a few things you can do while at the resort itself.</p> <p><font color="#c0504d" size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/city/190-langkawi-things-to-do/?aid=524" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK DISCOUNTED LANGKAWI TOURS HERE!</strong></font></a></p> <p> </p> <h3 id="swimming-pools" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Swimming Pools</font></h3> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Swimming Pool" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Swimming Pool" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiDCYjhkv6Z01lZZmd2IO13IitEBMhVf0T2co4ZaI6a8iXSQnbOH8R2BMTAbsVpdK9lXNv4oY0GpAWXTnNttJk5xpbgKl_QLQuXhc4tKNbCsjA-Uvj0WcilLzJRwDu3AGxXAi0qP4PAWkrjS_ICqKHGTwuW15bFaVGB31TFxL8K2UtqhxHbjqPMZIe819l/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0002%20copy.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;">THE SANDS SWIMMING POOL, FOR ADULTS ONLY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>One of the biggest draws of Tanjung Rhu Resort are its two massive pools, the <b>Sands Pool</b> at the south and the <b>Sunset Pool</b> on the north end of the property. Both of these are really, really long pools. The Sands Pool measures close to fifty meters, similar in length to an Olympic-sized pool, and the Sunset Pool exceeds it at sixty meters long. I actually tried doing laps on the latter, and I just barely made it from end to end—it is extremely long!</p> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Swimming Pool" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Swimming Pool" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDF8D7L9rtd0xLhckh5VyT4KRI_5rP1bt-HFcHcF-VvbPbtndaMLDY_HAoYTH2cX1OCO6gFsww2464dY-NLmK6qMJ3uaNXgap7ir0nAxkOrhxPlWh1FctzKmiE6td1RsRY4zworkOM215MJTPkx9RfqPclr-QStKWdVwcX3F_GG_Ap25mCc8DOCY9lreNH/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0025%20copy.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;">THE POOL IS RIGHT BESIDE THE BEACH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Both pools sit right beside the beach and are quite unusual in that they don’t have tiled walls and floors, utilizing a pebble-washout finish instead.</p> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Swimming Pool" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Swimming Pool" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6fZrQaUhfogXDpxOjnWuA_kFLaICHebNhk0qZ_9iquvWVCIhxe5PIa4rgZ_B2q4-UwFVFndn0x68HvoZS0ECyC_IFc5ecGRT8yvIZRYdg_XYASWEgpk8__b4PRfBwQzbWyExxcvweuS9VJhUAHwvacpLEheCmGgMwscJui8ocW4CXdkfgTLnCRCTHwPHF/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0010%20copy.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;">SUNSET AT THE SUNSET POOL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>While The Sands Pool is an adult-only pool—probably since it is quite deep—the Sunset Pool has a roofed kiddie area, so that’s where we usually frequent since we have <strong>Kid A</strong> with us.</p> <p> </p> <h3 id="gym-spa" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Gym & Spa</font></h3> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Spa Gym" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Spa Gym" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEl4G68ZmhOtmzN2UFOlRaNjPuj-iKCL3s-9Xuc2gW_U1sjQ-zpwGeR6xgmh9reLmfk8T1EZTj7Ms4_XR233Yj_kRdK2P1aytKvc3Hy1woaV1RetWWz-qf3h35RDENNu0xx0YFS0o8nG39UQWSaJQ5uk_NlL2KOOX4ioTl9wp4BnG5VlGNh3dr4muX2WGE/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-P30-0003%20copy.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;">THE SPA AND GYM AREA SITS AT THE BACK OF THE SUNSET POOL AREA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Open from 7:00AM to 11:00PM, Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi has a gym with multi-functional fitness and weightlifting equipment. Work out with a view of the beach as your backdrop. <br /> <br />Tanjung Rhu’s Spa opens from 12NN to 8PM, and offers traditional and contemporary treatments with their <em>Rhu Ritual Massage, Rhu Relaxing Massage</em>, and <em>yoga classes</em>.</p> <p> </p> <h3 id="reading-room" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Reading Room</font></h3> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Reading Room" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Reading Room" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW2HnFtvWpkSOg07etaGWmgZtbMuKrh1JGcQ2TvCjAlL7ZvtUABcqq7ybXM9YiusmGLuhyphenhyphenTSAZynBrPSzYoy8BvVOHjaw-gI6XSyvUq9N4MO1LJvphHjPHNu2EtPsQwMInhaChTmw2KA0aw26bmOu0X4wNrFPQVQCff7lYNXgnAcXwroVaHBjpZjkpebQj/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0012%20copy.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;">FRAMED VIEW OF THE BEACH AT THE READING ROOM</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>For bookworms, Tanjung Rhu Resort has a dedicated library where you can borrow and read books while enjoying the view of the beach. Board games are also available, if your group is into those. And It also has a small café where you can order cakes, pastries, gelatos, and even wine.</p> <p> </p> <h3 id="bar-games" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Bar Games</font></h3> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Saffron Bar" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Saffron Bar" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9jyDt2PyoU1A438_emjOj0QMrT2Blh1npwAk7VhyCAAHZ9JGbGCbPfceuKNqSM6m-7mFuAqrqszl9zQ0kttZwfCLNz2rR3Jkw1V1s9xYcszycOCIw3bpmODQg7Nvec7FAi3O7GTzVxFdN_DKefEUW7CE3F7ycmRZt2B8XCE0GAv76ndoM6bA_6emKpMok/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0021%20copy.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;">BAR GAMES AT THE SAFFRON BAR AND RESTAURANT</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Billiard tables, table football or foosball, and dart boards are available for guests at the Saffron Restaurant. However, it does open late, from 5:00PM to 12:00AM.</p> <p> </p> <h3 id="tennis" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Tennis</font></h3> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Tennis Court" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Tennis Court" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiv5fViuPsGAaZQTM3_xVSbegCotrrvB-RD38kJDri2b4EgKw14hBeVqF-BMDEqthGY8zQejd7oKVZc2r4irlELbKb-zIkKG7_HmFwSfxNKgb4PPf8Tt8CG0rQoK41lnXWqz6znKxayJk_YuSySQph_FnQqjccEsGuSoJNOD7v7uS1K_o-SUNsEP6ABE297/s1600/Untitled-1%20copy.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;">TANJUNG RHU RESORT HAS TWO TENNIS COURTS ~ PHOTO FROM RESERVING.COM</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>If smashing a ball with a racket is your thing, the resort has a couple of tennis courts across the road. It’s open from 7:00AM to 11:00PM and you can even book lessons from professional instructors.</p> <p> </p> <h3 id="hiking" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Hiking</font></h3> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Hiking" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Hiking" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5240o0XPQq3glzLos6Fbz-AuEEjnwsPryZ_M-I2ab1c6RcuONCQzyflpFYLzypIUaAStUMRsDuGPpBhb2yYAw2pPPywh4LvrzPCcU5J79ZoO5MBWDFgNCUEa8G7QWarhnLnDIX2Hlkb5-V_KAy7V3zKePdSAoypvrl0KAaknyR7osc2We55jKZDcpLLJu/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0044%20copy.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;">BG AND KID A TAKING AN AFTERNOON WALK AT THE BEACH AREA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>For the adventurous, the resort offers nature walks around the forested area of Tanjung Rhu or even the beach. Guided walks, both for personal or group hike, can be booked at the lobby.</p> <p><font color="#c0504d" size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/7796-morning-rainforest-trek-langkawi/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK LANGKAWI RAINFOREST TREK HERE!</strong></font></a></p> <p> </p> <h3 id="beach" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Beach</font></h3> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Beach Sunset" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Beach Sunset" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZz2STmkSRAd26UGvfv3bZ8o0uq1P73V6rziNT6hOKwEBtzfnOTbYkhio-wNqSPbN4k-q-nMLzjRROGn3AL91tGQKBoMklimL5dN5A1eW4rUcJxKbHsmOYqHkkhMJG_aMa_GR-lRO9WuTXn4oeB1qf3cl3u1yMQNXTFgElSeaGIKSipq49b99koS2GUOQG/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0054%20copy.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;">SUNSET AT TANJUNG RHU BEACH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>And then, there is of course, the beach. Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi fronts a 1.5 kilometers-long white sand beach fringed with Casuarina trees. With a backdrop of the <strong>Chabang and Kelam Baya Islands</strong>, you can swim, snorkel, ride jetskis, kayak, walk from one end of the coast to the other, and even rent an ATV (45-minute guided tour, 10am to 6pm).</p> <center> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Beach" style="border: 0px currentcolor; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Beach" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHUStCNJNok7b4tWKhBQQ7qpu1VES0741do3xrppCck5HmCOCG4QJOZtrxTA8F8oK-zrlxeY5mOWlz6_PyMPtaLYmOY0H4sVWuqtCwz6vBDglHyNBFPJii00Wgm9ts5oUAd431w_dUpE7UvRenhaH3-84QH5gF_f22JeTTa65mtOjBmYR0baXARKVq7QkO/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-P9-0013%20copy.jpg" width="348" height="464" /> <img title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Beach" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Beach" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-Vybaq-CDYD2_TFdEgzL-NtVJwTff1x4X1HXv9Mnm6F0lDkUqjadN9prgMPjw9Wu5d5SDbFSWZors9h20mkLqBAIWvwbMAASQBRV15EmGXd4PfpJ9sZrPikIfzAmfLRwJKUqcbvz4C8GI6H8ssYlGo_R5Vybf9usD41Dzs1h_Ex9fsllQL98LqoXgMNcA/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-P9-0028%20copy.jpg" width="348" height="464" /></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;">TANJUNG RHU BEACH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> </center> <p>When the tide is low, one of the unique things you can do at Tanjung Rhu is walk along a sandbar that goes all the way to Pulau Chabang.</p> <p><font color="#c0504d" size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/71822-group-atv-ride-tanjung-rhu-beach-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK TANJUNG RHU ATV HERE!</strong></font></a></p> <p><font color="#c0504d" size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/98370-stand-up-paddle-snorkeling-tanjung-rhu-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK STAND UP PADDLE BOARD / SNORKELING HERE!</strong></font></a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h3 id="birding" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Bird Watching</font></h3> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Birding" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Birding" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTl23sIdTA01deD22pkIjl27mhASYdHTC4Oz3e84CLBoa4Pwr2NUThofV05riDjFReMSIioFaTAFz7bSWOb623UZxmunHaOyjbaq6mWsM2mS8xO2hwQOrQttbzOnS3vbWF_W75sdYJXE4BdonX_3ayPSI0TrYgKY3ppQfxPRwYnrEGDBRO_OQWGPy7A_Ro/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0043%20copy.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;">COMMON MYNA AT TANJUNG RHU BEACH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The Tanjung Rhu area is home to more than twenty species of birds—a haven for birding enthusiasts. During our stay, we spotted <em>common mynas</em> and <em>Brahminy kite eagles</em>. I read that there are <em>hornbills, kingfishers, dollar birds, shrikes,</em> among others, which our untrained eye weren’t able to spot. You can actually hire a birding guide if you fancy doing bird-watching activities.</p> <p> </p> <h3 id="kilim-geoforest-park" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Kilim Geoforest Park Cruise</font></h3> <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 title="Kilim Geoforest Park Cruise" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Kilim Geoforest Park Cruise" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjb-wwAY2yZKUd_8EMe6eYnjAT4duBItzPQxntMvVOPj2QV20J7R8-l8tjowBygcYyEnoVhPZT1BgxKPCGwQ1cCYa1zrrAnKW5m2mrXIqaF-xDub-JrchUQypORYEPkGZqoDyFKXnxplV-7LgiWcLTl4l3CNqi7xThQFzTdchqECULaxngdtJ1ShxvgXOUC/s1600/20160414-LANGKAWI-D80-0092%20copy.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;">KILIM GEOFOREST PARK CRUISE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The resort is located near the <strong>Tanjung Rhu Mangrove Jetty</strong>, the starting point for the <strong>UNESCO Global Geopark-inscribed </strong><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/06/kilim-karst-geoforest-park-tour-langkawi.html"><strong>Kilim Geoforest Park</strong></a>—one of the must-visit places not only in Langkawi, but the whole of Malaysia. A tour can be booked at the lobby or you can do it DIY via online booking sites like Klook, preferably after you check out so as to maximize your time inside the resort.</p> <p><font color="#c0504d" size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/7798-unesco-geopark-cruise-tour-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK KILIM GEOFOREST PARK TOUR HERE!</strong></font></a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h2 id="dining-options" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">WHERE AND WHAT TO EAT IN TANJUNG RHU RESORT LANGKAWI</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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Dining" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Dining" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-QR-B8Ue7VYsrauX7Wv5jO6qvHNbk2RpPzJdA-qT6gnHaQYAOe6iDuyJByCCtUCT5Ac25xQIZa9tKdtxGhYFY5FNN2BLf33yZ4ok3OaD8D_s-D6MHzN0mT-oCkLbMeJ_3NmCCnok-kVWCMfxRH9u_1LI8OeZCaLvrtdNBTpgQdCyBthq3xnVEY4iVvi-U/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0060%20copy.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;">DINING OPTIONS AT TANJUNG RHU RESORT <span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">LANGKAWI</span></span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>One of the best things to do in Tanjung Rhu Resort is to eat. And you have, not one, but six places to go to without leaving the resort to satiate your appetite.</p> <p> </p> <h3 id="sands-restaurant" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Sands Restaurant</font></h3> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Sands Restaurant" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Sands Restaurant" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPUYdsHz193Q7YsLx_9FUjKk3oO8vIafjQo9wY199GU8ZRujVvofpPoUbMC31DYj3iYD8YQZ-Ld5wLqygO2Ub4JIHJSrI2fMwKcyAC4_mfk6jSs2rTLgdHRQhPTwQRAphEckGw3aABbn1WvK0-qUem-I_jeVAgmjrlsFav86aVW-2012qkN6X4VMaeZB2g/s1600/20230730-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0100%20copy.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;">SANDS RESTAURANT AT TANJUNG RHU RESORT <span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">LANGKAWI</span></span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The resort’s main restaurant, <strong>Sands</strong> is where guests have their <em>complimentary buffet breakfast</em>. Situated on a high-ceilinged open-air structure, they offer a combination of Western and Malaysian dishes, all <strong>halal-certified</strong>.</p> <center> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Sands Restaurant Breakfast Buffet" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Sands Restaurant Breakfast Buffet" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjS7ZZaDV9CTIlgG4Nj-BlvxE3sqLPG6jtDlKPWuH_udNz_9ythYXX4GAhXOU_Njyoal2MZ-HpJKH_hQ7ZGO1x8rv0Bf_RGteAK3haN0l3UToSP6nkm_g9H7UDaqispABhieBm3BUrYVRTC_eSyRMoTb_Xr7nF2LurasVakp9Dn2EgKfcnrjuC015QZBku4/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0002%20copy.jpg" width="369" height="492" /> <img title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Sands Restaurant Breakfast Buffet" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Sands Restaurant Breakfast Buffet" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv7yIC3h30NdoeLfiDjtWFkd3UE9fBvFRPG-vU-bpI3l9oSsKqsHoDhXr-4cEheVNibmieNpTE1QS12K3LR8zamPsVUu3UnqjQDSQHu1sCa52Z0Ogthtrmeo6RzrdJVlVWzo5SMBifp-hd_FylDPLrmJ4o8rVPUDvumPDGma3HhfMRd8d1fAPfEpRIAuUp/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0001%20copy.jpg" width="328" height="492" /></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;">OUR BREAKFAST SPREAD FROM THE COMPLIMENTARY BUFFET</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> </center> <p>We, of course, have tried their breakfast buffet and it was one of the best we’ve had in Langkawi. We love their freshly made <b>roti canai, bihun goreng, nasi lemak, dimsums</b>, and their really spicy <i>i-forgot-the-name</i> soup. We paired it with their Western brethren—<b>sausages, muffins, omelets</b>, and <b>pancakes</b>.</p> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Sands Restaurant Breakfast Buffet" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Sands Restaurant Breakfast Buffet" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAM_ykuGSk8maF1yawfMCORQ3YYvU1yYktxcEpj0vHF_97qLzN2IxPyPmU18VeIAu_W_Su5AtK11dIQFU-C4UMniOsW-IETHnxE-Wym-3Ypp-cxkx_meGXv4lPnL-SmKhyphenhyphen42Wb1l2RkFr_Wkrv-MziT1-X1UnMXunOnqgchOU4ZgvmrPykJUBu1NUaBCjI/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-P9-0008%20copy.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;">ICED COFFEE AND CHAMPAGNE FOR BREAKFAST AT TANJUNG RHU RESORT</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Another great thing about their breakfast is that you can request for <strong>kopi ais</strong> (Malaysian iced coffee), <strong>teh tarik</strong> (pulled tea), and even champagne. Champagne for breakfast? Why not.</p> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Sands Restaurant Burger" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Sands Restaurant Burger" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbUGXcjwD2xqf5tZL9lISxmilH3cFuvs8Cs50HIv8koFS726Crgpymay8z2iu2s2-51WamUhyphenhyphenjRQCyYwjojR4z88VrmBsbXcPJsdcyciYVVVXEHBvoiGZS7yC_GHj2ou_r74Tej6a5wXNNRVEeObD-uYKahTgsBmN1QzeFLe-rjGw9pKKJVkbqNs15wyH1/s1600/20230730-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0110%20copy.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;">GRILLED BURGER TANJUNG ~ MYR 42.00</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We also got to try dinner at Sands, ordering <b>nasi goreng udang, grilled burger Tanjung</b>, and for <em>Kid A</em>, <b>Barney & Friends</b> or breaded chicken with French fries and mayo.</p> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Sands Restaurant Nasi Goreng Udang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Sands Restaurant Nasi Goreng Udang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7jZ-_YOsBtkri1JhvVvM5wWazhDe_KQV4kaBJeumYF1zRlKx47R3gy3e-PRKTY9CaY7KB-m8QDTjrUDcN99IBFhDaKDYXKf3BLUMJAj4LFYlqiQfjBQfiUiGGezT5_NWskho9oIhXr3BEi88qtXoJZiHptqDG8itH0kxkMpgDOWsJjiMMNC1t0vaDuT_7/s1600/20230730-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0107%20copy.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;">NASI GORENG UDANG <span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">~ MYR 45.00</span></span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We were blown away with <i>nasi goreng udang’s</i> massive freshwater prawn paired with the mildly spicy fried rice. Their burger was also good, nothing to write home about, but good nonetheless. While the toddler meal got a thumbs up from <strong>Kid A</strong>.</p> <p> </p> <h3 id="sunset-pool-bar" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Sunset Pool Bar</font></h3> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Sunset Pool Bar" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Sunset Pool Bar" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRNpaSg5Fs3S_t8qWzzgKJmozg8Us8QoVYgqY7gSjWkBj-rVte1AXUsgto6eqgfi9Ts4dEavHXU4TjXOSjEbIkGoIyy0Ki1NO89Lom-HhY0k29udjprDKSWxyxKo4-DG8v7LbY6-hnjFAfttZP21mbM8ZRVeVr_t4fEiq22WhI62VG6jSHnFM4gCg1GWp5/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0008%20copy.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;">THE SUNSET POOL BAR</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We spent one of our meals at Tanjung Rhu Resort at their <strong>Sunset Pool Bar</strong>. Our lunch included hotdog sandwich, nachos, clubhouse, and for Kid A, chicken fingers. They also have beer, so it’s <strong>Asahi</strong> for me, <strong>Carlsberg Draught</strong> for <strong>BG</strong>, and fruit shake for <strong>Kid A</strong>. </p> <center> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Sunset Pool Bar Hotdog" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Sunset Pool Bar Hotdog" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4pn0dqq4zblDSLGb4VSSmHRmbj-ADlBl9dwZngZLHBprXPIlhVn5uTb2u9E5h8N456FYfFRvyIkWXYKOslvi2IrQgQu2pS1CKng3zWsfw-GoNKcGo76Yw1HaaRVtXkkZ_i1GmBgEhj0FH0VhbIc2GDvxeAyor4RVbKvnGTnOPtZUxI8dSxuqiAEYT5ELg/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0034%20copy.jpg" width="328" height="492" /> <img title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Sunset Pool Bar Clubhouse Sandwich" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Sunset Pool Bar Clubhouse Sandwich" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_GDoN4DZqckTuL4Qx7nhEcZ9s5sKWK-pP9_R1CyzJ4CiPJo7NO06hNZXhhmnm0dfq2W_nyMqoG_8XEKerG-uK9Ue_3iluLSylyIj-0j3qlorXiFICiV9GO4U9NTl_FCN8LTPEaDpnBQTEHtbo2R6u-N-9dzWxUQUbnSC0P0Ej2nBM3UGHdlZ0VpHRA0IB/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0035%20copy.jpg" width="369" height="492" /></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;">HOTDOG AND CLUBHOUSE SANDWICH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> </center> <p>While it won’t win any <strong>Michelin Stars</strong>, it was quite the fun meal. The staff were also so kind, they even gave us a bowl of <em>rambutan!</em></p> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Sunset Pool Bar" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Sunset Pool Bar" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinpon2AncMJDUw2adSRAfp5zKQaPf4lWZXFt4qJgwMJVnjdHcglf9sCM3YEW9NO7NNn2dqlFfZ7Cf1RmHql2KpCQ8Iaj77xkhZZp-a7Kzc_EvkEjwTR_b7P1J7NY2lLllyugGCmTcJu-wUaIL30ScLCjJvaVA9hE6BfacocYlEulyfZlPIzLiDsKS1do1I/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0032%20copy.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;">FREE RAMBUTAN FROM THE FRIENDLY STAFF</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p> </p> <h3 id="saffron-restaurant" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Saffron Restaurant</font></h3> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Saffron Restaurant" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Saffron Restaurant" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_ZuJo0W7ozize48gr1CP3v6uilucHaqx0UNjtyKwK8wE3QW74SGbSXYNPB3yQB5J94IUyqoRV_dioTYjQrIUWgMul-dqEKPEk62xR_VKMTAevkLJ3K_K2F_SxnZJKJ2fVmV59hLqHgLgv71krJnO3FkzfLKSIFjDM54xGVkMpbpABDNpm9lhh5egFnqoT/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0055%20copy.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;">OUR PIZZA BEING COOKED ON SAFFRON RESTAURANT’S BRICK OVEN</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The best meal we’ve had at Tanjung Rhu Resort was at their <strong>Saffron Restaurant</strong>. Everything from the menu of the restaurant are cooked on wood-fired oven. We requested for a plate of <b>chicken and beef satay</b> which comes with rice cakes and peanut sauce; <strong>spicy corned beef</strong> with diced potatoes and garlic bread, <strong>wood fire BBQ chicken wings</strong> with <i>latin</i> sauce, and <strong>beef bacon & chicken pizza</strong>.</p> <center> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Saffron Restaurant" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Saffron Restaurant" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxAlVNfV2zPM7OltlQ3NhbmdXkrrP-phs0tE07Cpq6i7XckfhP2hzlUSNH7e1uk7xWs-j1p1iLxy5HJzINjzBGF-aSa7a4_3zTfnToPWzPbMtuVG8KCeHsR99zwYBairEwxwtBp8SnHQSPCRLInEhTC77xNo78Y9qBomps5go15p8uitTuAMb0gGl2SepV/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0058%20copy.jpg" width="348" height="464" /> <img title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Saffron Restaurant Satay" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Saffron Restaurant Satay" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1nfkJcRQ5TplOWd5v55BeBKbTBEB6P6UIsJpKGMQU3brtcVZCkEw5OO7XlZwn4TmjC19bT3g25ZH6u8dfLUOdxhBdkGvGXqMVoTxXOkCPzSsCxrcq9j8BpeqoOnLFB0qdw7g5cyyv5mJ-jHtb5r2J2FtaM6q29lxm5MkYjzR69ANJGapgq_XIVpgplmj6/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0062%20copy.jpg" width="348" height="464" /></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;">CHICKEN AND BEEF SATAY ~ MYR 35.00</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> </center> <p>Everything was really, really delicious. I particularly love mildly spicy corned beef which was marinated with spices. The pizza, which was made from sour dough and topped with beef bacon, chicken ham, black olives, tomato cherry, capsicums, and mozzarella cheese, was also particularly good.</p> <center> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Saffron Restaurant Pizza" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Saffron Restaurant Pizza" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgziYos4tb5I4FWhRMt8njJetD4tf3e-L3dEo5BZudH4dUbuYg34lw17AOVJXhrKGu8_ZZb9QdUGOHx825Hxo2YXut7OENT5MxPOEcuZUumMaiuhOtGCXdWbUdXrgEbesh7UYG8V_EgqGmTqOT9NZ9s3B7JH03YrD8Jt-wIYqHh92NDbE1cb1bc9J9x6hvq/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0063%20copy.jpg" width="369" height="492" /> <img title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Saffron Restaurant Corned Beef" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Saffron Restaurant Corned Beef" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBPnpoZbpbEpd9K-6dNCcpmeNQys-UpOySZimWCEHfEQfq02XAgPdMsLM7Ijg-aM7tADeObp3l68DU6O_GAfAyVBP1ofUhyphenhyphenl7-68DbydvQE3ngd2VIf7hKhYXveT0Jk0JXM8N3Q-juSzXHs0EgO_9dgnjefoES6hSqv2y9QSkfYhYz0x3J5YosVK16tlhZ/s1600/20230731-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0065%20copy.jpg" width="328" height="492" /></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;">BEEF BACON & CHICKEN PIZZA <span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">~ MYR 45.00 | SPICY CORNED BEEF <span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">~ MYR 38.00</span></span></span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> </center> <p> </p> <h3 id="others" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">The Reading Room, Chef’s Table, Sands Pool Bar</font></h3> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Chef's Table" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Chef's Table" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc_oTm_BStz_TceBXsSGzNuta-G-5urqDnThYSxXZxIzGN9_nm7qfNL0bfsXc5smr0zR2IcZhMkH-SZVRRyG5TYqe4PzYrA9DvcuY7oaaPzINKOLZqvRHgw5NAQWhvKxh8Ti6W7q-p2xA7kuTeQ_FliPK654ETpVX5NAszmzPVDISYZgS28RyEjEMe1M5J/s1600/20230730-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0021%20copy.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;">TANJUNG RHU RESORT’S CHEF’S TABLE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>There are a few more eating places inside Tanjung Rhu Resort which we weren’t able to try. <strong>The Reading Room</strong> offers mainly snacks and gelatos, the premier <strong>Chef’s Table</strong> which serves classic Italian dishes, and the <strong>Sands Pool Bar</strong> which probably serves the same menu as those we’ve tried at the Sunset Pool Bar.</p> <p> </p> <h3 id="beach-dining" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Beach Dining</font></h3> <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 title="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Beach" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Beach" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLH3sKm-JsTlQETO0B3Q2TZUpX_h_bvcj9F63qe7-venQn54i-9pZuLOVcwy-eB7ZgPqBH3fPpeh2TeApUuCYGwylOnjZF0GC9a8xYd2lGplsS-ax1duU5hy1ShBA2xRKLYENoJn_DUzC5OlNmF9kYjFBNFrtlpL9QWNEJw83VK5BQjVgFaSl_AfTVkAC6/s1600/20230730-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0019%20copy.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;">TANJUNG RHU RESORT’S BEACH AREA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Another dining option at Tanjung Rhu is the beach. The resort actually offers <strong>Private Beach BBQ Dinner, Romantic Beach Dinner</strong>, and <strong>Sunset BBQ Buffet Dinner</strong> for guests thru special reservation.</p> <p><font size="2" face="Century Gothic">~ OUR GRATITUDE TO TANJUNG RHU RESORT LANGKAWI FOR HOSTING OUR STAY, VIEWS & OPINIONS ALL MINE</font></p> <br /> <h4 id="related-posts" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">RELATED POSTS:</font></h4> <hr /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/01/underwater-world-langkawi-blog-review-what-to-expect.html">Underwater World Langkawi</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/06/malaysia-not-your-ordinary-sunset.html">Langkawi Sunset Cruise</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/06/langkawi-eagle-square-pantai-cenang.html">Langkawi Half Day Tour</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/06/pulau-payar-tour-langkawi.html">Pulau Payar Day Tour From Langkawi</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/06/malaysia-century-langkawi-beach-resort.html">Century Langkawi Beach Resort</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/06/hotel-bahagia-langkawi-review.html">Budget Hotel Bahagia Langkawi</a></li> </ol> <hr /> <br /> <br /> <p><img style="border-width: 0px; margin: 15px 10px 0px 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWT5E0CV4ici3LCXtFzu5_AMwpLa-yZqDcGkXqDc1YTXd5d3AyoHKaSzsMwUPDKVGR1r08iX2Vv6m1w9OOhN0BMQ6jFxggCGpIqB-TXoLXFd0eTfV-leK9cXsYZKNTrXvACuWsT23qxSrb/s1600/12.jpg" align="left" /></p> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi</font></strong> <a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=3096661" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="1">► ROOM RATES</font></a> <br />Address: Mukim Ayer Hangat, Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia <br />Contact Number: (604) 959-1033 <br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/TanjungRhuResort.Official/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tanjungrhuresort/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.tanjungrhu.com.my/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <br />GPS Coordinates Map: <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/1YQG93AbtNcuQwhZ9" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">6.455228, 99.823462</a> <br clear="all" /></p> <center> <br /><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&city=16928" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>• CHECK DISCOUNTED HOTELS IN LANGKAWI •</strong></font></a></center> <p><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/search/label/BWAK+2023?&max-results=5"><img title="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGUd8PHLlNEbEy_8D5Q2UZKVEzn0W4uCiSKZopMkxyK7SFCf4i5dfcDCOXDgvSszzUH35LhZG6lNA4bbZ0HAXLzjYfEWhn4GHDkzAjTFfCAYrfRrsp1tGHbBNQgobdGK3a5wxGQR02-1fSTJ9dEIVowNe8jH6TmOoz1OR8XUC86ynxeXoK6s8yRcDxq33c/s1600/-%20FOLLOW.png" /></a></p>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-80816640023086612332024-03-06T16:50:00.000+08:002024-03-06T17:12:22.300+08:00How To Purchase & Redeem Cebu Pacific’s CEB Super Pass 2024<p><img title="How To Purchase & Redeem Cebu Pacific’s CEB Super Pass" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="How To Purchase & Redeem Cebu Pacific’s CEB Super Pass" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRXRrgbMA2lYc0Xf7WdmNGEQEeG-RgcHB2oXtw62HOJ6t00fEuWtz_b5gB6N4-CXiijgq8amzjUZhUxJ2A_48Yf7U79x47SozWQ9b38p-iZ9kugv8BSF0y1Nok9Ok2V9teFj0ODsSzoioUV0bnoAuqCbIELXu5kZ0vfH-rzukp_zLhgaMwpavweIM_Ag/s1600/Untitled-1.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p>The latest airline seat sale has taken a new form with <strong>Cebu Pacific Air’s CEB Super Pass</strong>. It used to be that you’d need to know exactly when and where you’ll fly before burning the midnight oil to wait for a seat sale. Now, you just book with no extra thoughts on where or when you’d go.</p> <a name='more'></a> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>CEB SUPER PASS GUIDE & REVIEW</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS ~ WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/how-to-purchase-redeem-ceb-super-pass.html#ceb-super-pass">What Is CEB Super Pass</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/how-to-purchase-redeem-ceb-super-pass.html#how-to-book">How To Book A CEB Super Pass</a> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/how-to-purchase-redeem-ceb-super-pass.html#foreigners">Can Foreigners Buy A CEB Super Pass?</a></li> </ol> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/how-to-purchase-redeem-ceb-super-pass.html#how-to-redeem">How To Redeem A CEB Super Pass</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/how-to-purchase-redeem-ceb-super-pass.html#next-sale">When Is The Next CEB Super Pass Seat Sale</a> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/how-to-purchase-redeem-ceb-super-pass.html#pre-sale">Is There A CEB Super Pass Pre-Sale?</a></li> </ol> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/how-to-purchase-redeem-ceb-super-pass.html#troubleshooting">CEB Super Pass Problems & Solutions / FAQ</a> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/how-to-purchase-redeem-ceb-super-pass.html#on-hold">What To Do If Your CEB Super Pass Is On Hold</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/how-to-purchase-redeem-ceb-super-pass.html#misspelled-name">Misspelled Your Booking Name In CEB Super Pass</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/how-to-purchase-redeem-ceb-super-pass.html#forgot-second-name">Forgot To Add Your Second Name In CEB Super Pass</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/how-to-purchase-redeem-ceb-super-pass.html#multiple-redemption-error">Unable To Redeem CEB Super Pass For Multiple Passengers</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/how-to-purchase-redeem-ceb-super-pass.html#redemption-error-below-7-years-old">Unable To Redeem CEB Super Pass For A Child Passenger</a> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/how-to-purchase-redeem-ceb-super-pass.html#wrong-destination">What Happens If You Book A Wrong Destination</a></li> </ol> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/how-to-purchase-redeem-ceb-super-pass.html#contact">How To Contact A Cebu Pacific Live Agent</a></li> </ol> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="ceb-super-pass" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">WHAT IS CEB SUPER PASS</font></h2> <hr /> <p>So what exactly is Cebu Pacific’s Super Pass? It’s a <strong>₱99.00 base fare voucher</strong> you can purchase <em>only during</em> Cebu Pacific’s CEB Super Pass sale which you can then use to <strong>any local destinations in the Philippines on any given day</strong>—minus a few blocked dates, usually holidays. It’s somehow like the <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2015/03/how-to-book-asean-pass-philippines.html">AirAsia ASEAN Pass</a>, but with a longer duration, more flexible, less complicated, and on a local level. <br /> <br />The only thing you need to enter is the first and last name of the passenger who will intend to take the flight. You can enter your name and anyone else’s name. And that’s it, you’re done. Note that CEB Super Passes are absolutely non-transferable.</p> <p><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/coureg/16-philippines-things-to-do/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK TOURS IN THE PHILIPPINES!</strong></font></a></p> <br /> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="how-to-book" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">HOW TO BOOK A CEB SUPER PASS</font></h2> <hr /> <p>Here’s a step by step guide on how to purchase a CEB Super Pass.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>1.</strong> Head over to <a href="http://www.cebupacificair.com" target="_blank">www.cebupacificair.com</a></p> <p><strong>2.</strong> Sign in if you have a Cebu Pacific account. This is optional, but this makes tracking your CEB Super Pass purchases easier.</p> <p><strong>3.</strong> Scroll down until you see the <strong>CEB Super Pass button</strong>. Click on it and you will be redirected to the CEB Super Pass Page.</p> <p><img title="step by step guide on how to purchase a CEB Super Pass" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="step by step guide on how to purchase a CEB Super Pass" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVhLe4YTTZVmjcwRZ2zw0dUowxZeS03y3AV2WWszcx23lg6IjhojmJpeejEeqKeEDdI9cUtjADC_GgpuwU_GYNZ7DU7Wfoa34oMmrt0_C1exEPn9aX9yUk1ysuVFmoAShjAHUEvDpy8l1O0rrBVZanRYi1qZB2TTswWDI66vQCw5gwEiYOaeMfB2brrw/s1600/Fullscreen%20capture%2031%20Mar%202023%2080458%20PM.jpg" /></p> <p><strong>4.</strong> Click on <strong>BUY CEB SUPER PASS</strong> button and indicate how many passes you want to get, maximum is ten vouchers but you can buy again.</p> <p><strong>5.</strong> Enter the <strong>first name and last name</strong> of the passenger who will take the flight. You can also enter the names of friends and family who wants to buy the pass. Note, that the pass is non-transferable.</p> <p>Ensure that the names you entered are free of errors, since it cannot be changed afterwards (there is a fix for minor errors—see here: <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/how-to-purchase-redeem-ceb-super-pass.html#misspelled-name">misspelled names</a>). For those with name suffixes like Jr. or Sr., make sure to enter this on the First Name field. </p> <p><strong>6.</strong> Enter your payment details (credit card, debit card, Paypal, Alipay, or travel fund), then click <strong>Pay</strong>.</p> <p><img title="CEB Super Pass Voucher Confirmation Page" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="CEB Super Pass Voucher Confirmation Page" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0q2HdrJ3S49LRr0jAOIQPlaX3yJogOnNHUTKOQfwdYNleFzbwkZI0isK18Kbu4t1LVsmS85_PjjYz8cFCTJhYPBE22CKU4K9Rfn1N0zmBaWfPHlV9Oc4po21DCWD-_GLC5HAgFzfCgA1yn4TOiI8Zj-Ibffx-_BBDjHSMFf32hXtjrix1UlopYh--bg/s1600/337612912_2406783316162358_5257083409128699479_n.png" /></p> <p><strong>7.</strong> You will then be redirected to a voucher confirmation page if your attempt is successful and your CEB Super Pass and receipt will be sent via email.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="foreigners" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Can Foreigners Buy A CEB Super Pass</font></h3> <p>Yes, foreign nationals can buy and use CEB Super Pass vouchers. This is particularly useful for foreign backpackers who want to explore different parts of the Philippines without being locked on exact flight dates. <br /> <br />This is also helpful if you have foreign friends or relatives who wish to visit parts of the country. They can either buy it themselves, or, you can buy it for them. Just be sure to have their names and birthdays on hand, as you’d be needing those details when buying and redeeming.</p> <p><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.agoda.com/en-gb/country/philippines.html?cid=1649989" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>CHECK FOR AFFORDABLE HOTELS IN THE PHILIPPINES!</strong></font></a></p> <br /> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="how-to-redeem" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">HOW TO REDEEM A CEB SUPER PASS</font></h2> <hr /> <p>And here’s how you can actually use your CEB Super Pass to get a ticket. <br /> <br />Note that you can only redeem your voucher <strong>30 to 7 days before your intended flight date</strong>. There is a limit to the number of guests who can redeem a pass per particular flight—sometimes, just two or five slots—and there are days when there are no CEB Super Pass available for redemption at all, so book early. Note that the flights refreshes daily every 8:00AM, and not 12:00MN. If you’re travelling with a big group, you might be forced to take different flights to accommodate everyone in your group. <br /> <br />Another thing to note—since you probably would want round trip tickets for your travels, <strong>make sure that your return date is 30 days or less away from your redemption date</strong>, else, no available CEB Super Pass flights will be available for your planned return date. <br /> <br />Or if you really want to be the first to get the CEB Super Pass flights, you can <strong>book your departure date</strong> first (30 days before the flight), wait for a few days, <strong>then book your return date</strong>. The risk here is that you might not get your desired flight back even though you have already booked your departure date. <br /> <br />Here’s a step by step guide in redeeming a CEB Super Pass voucher. </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>1.</strong> Head over to <a href="http://www.cebupacificair.com" target="_blank">www.cebupacificair.com</a></p> <p><strong>2.</strong> Scroll down until you see the <strong>CEB Super Pass</strong> button. Click on it and sign in to your Cebu Pacific Air account. If you don’t have a Cebu Pacific account or if you did not sign in to your account before booking your CEB Super Pass, enter the <strong>booking reference number and surname of the passenger</strong>. You will then be redirected to the CEB Super Pass Page.</p> <p><img title="How To Redeem CEB Super Pass" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="How To Redeem CEB Super Pass" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibjPUwD_OK5qMkLEeQtqGRLdGD2dMK-_UB-MM0o8qMIhtbz0eZ046Xe_82taCck81soJ3AZPjnm0fJplD2AdG_QAYBhtXnG9Gu4083fejLA6nIv_P668X_3TlNCHb9IXiFRr-riRhfy1kzM5v9NNllJqu7yUVUhV623_1Fu_6h8cWIGzXUXn9DMrsj2Q/s1600/Fullscreen%20capture%2031%20Mar%202023%2080544%20PM.png" /></p> <p><strong>3.</strong> Click on <strong>REDEEM CEB SUPER PASS</strong> button, then put a tick mark on the guest who will take the flight. Tick two if you plan to redeem a round-trip flight. You can also choose multiple guests if all of them are planning to take the flight together. Click the <strong>CONTINUE</strong> button and you will be redirected to the Search Flight page.</p> <p><strong>4.</strong> Enter your intended destination and date, then select <strong>flights that are marked with CEB Super Pass</strong>.</p> <p><strong>5.</strong> Fill out your details and purchase add-ons if you need them.</p> <p><strong>6.</strong> Pay for the remaining dues—<strong>more or less about P1,000.00</strong> (these are usually admin fees, terminal fees, fuel surcharges, etc). These differ per flight destination.</p> <p><strong>7.</strong> Once successful, you will be provided with a booking reference number for your flight.</p> <br /> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="next-sale" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">WHEN IS THE NEXT CEB SUPER PASS SEAT SALE?</font></h2> <hr /> <p>For the past years, Cebu Pacific Air launched CEB Super Pass seat sales only once a year. <br /> <br />In 2021 the first CEB Super Pass was on sale during Cebu Pacific Air’s 25th anniversary on May 5. In 2022, during the 10.10 sale on October 10. And in 2023, for apparently no reason, on March 31. <br /> <br />Since Cebu Pacific does not reveal its dates for a seat sale, your best bet is to watch out for these particular dates for a possible CEB Super Pass Seat Sale.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="pre-sale" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Is There A CEB Super Pass Pre-sale?</font></h3> <p>There is a social media post from a travel agency that has gone around Facebook claiming they’re pre-selling or have “pre-sale” Ceb Super Pass vouchers. <br /> <br />On a Facebook post posted by Cebu Pacific Air, they made it clear that this is not authorized by Cebu Pacific and that there’s no such thing as a CEB Super Pass pre-selling. The airline has also terminated the travel agency’s CEB user account.</p> <br /> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="troubleshooting" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">CEB SUPER PASS PROBLEMS & SOLUTIONS / FAQ</font></h2> <hr /> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="on-hold" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">What To Do If Your CEB Super Pass Is On Hold</font></h3> <p><img title="CEB Super Pass Voucher On Hold" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="CEB Super Pass Voucher On Hold" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidXIuV5y15CAXqIy7Jjj3IEktOeWlg1lq8zTttdlUu6ZYwcMFq49KDII9puq22ngOS9QhHLvKQdvT-FtsF7b8I5YOeBEOjOXGkXYIKfbjiGs6TLT2EcjLiz3wKL41KJpnlz-t_TS0ryaCANPKa-EltEi4dJVchn35k7z6rqZz5bklOFlt54OVbhTPpvg/s1600/01.jpg" /></p> <p>You have entered the CEB Super Pass website, entered the guest names, paid successfully, but received a <b>Voucher On Hold</b> message after payment. Did your payment go through? Or do you need to rebook again? <br /> <br />According to Cebu Pacific’s post on their <a href="https://www.facebook.com/cebupacificairphilippines/posts/pfbid0FrFLth23EmGbPFkSMxPP375J2MNbSacGD7rBHqnbEZ3X263SALfppMZo5FXzDpn8l?__cft__[0]=AZUxv0nYgqA7UnsRAb1C09R20hEXtC5ULE4x2vTEGJFCa7zfWK_njXuEGsasRh-GkJeUj8JXKzv_vm_wk-jXd2ZNBrGJS-LL-uIuuTjtoVm1FBBf2yoKDtwdUgMzdsl1ulGqdOFLeVZ-lkle0ZNgJgiKQPa9d7SCaGg97jUMdiw1d-sLKFJ-qQwGM8C8ZlTrKJo&__tn__=%2CO%2CP-R" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook page dated March 31, 2023</a>, <b>your booking successfully went through</b>. <i>“Guests with vouchers on hold will be sent their confirmation emails within the next 24 hours. We hope for your patience and understanding, and rest assured our teams are working hard to resolve customer concerns.” <br /> <br /></i><strong>There is no need to rebook</strong>, it will only cause double booking. If you have, however, rebooked again, <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/how-to-purchase-redeem-ceb-super-pass.html#contact">contact Cebu Pacific</a> to reverse the charges.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="misspelled-name" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Misspelled Booking Name In CEB Super Pass</font></h3> <p>It happens that sometimes you misspell the name of the guest when booking a CEB Super Pass. Well, what happens if you do? Can you actually correct it? The short answer is no, but <strong>there is actually a way to correct it</strong>. <br /> <br />To do this, you would need to redeem your CEB Super Pass before being able to change your misspelled name. After redeeming it and actually getting a flight booking, <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/how-to-purchase-redeem-ceb-super-pass.html#contact">contact Cebu Pacific Air</a> and ask them to correct the minor spelling mistake on your name. If it’s just a couple of letters, they will correct the name.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="forgot-second-name" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Forgot To Add Second Name In CEB Super Pass</font></h3> <p>For those with second names and you happen to forget to add it to your CEB Super Pass booking, there are a couple of things to note. <br /> <br />Do <strong>you have valid IDs that use only your first name</strong>? If you do, then there’s no problem. Use that particular ID when boarding the flight. <br /> <br />If you <strong>don’t have a valid ID with just your first name</strong>, then that would be a problem. In my opinion, it would be quite hard to ask Cebu Pacific to correct your mistake, even using the method I outlined on <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/how-to-purchase-redeem-ceb-super-pass.html#misspelled-name">correcting misspelled booking name</a>. The only thing you can do is take your chance in boarding your flight using the ID with your two first names and hope they allow it.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="multiple-redemption-error" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Unable To Redeem CEB Super Pass For Multiple Passengers</font></h3> <p><img title="CEB Super Pass Multiple Redemption Error" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="CEB Super Pass Multiple Redemption Error" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf5mz4V4nx6Jmo2_LqvV6NJTvC60cSQsYW47TQgfnZvrgw3xjw_bb6evlKTFni7BDxHk_HdJxXCet7VxMh1pxILg6u87CFQrlRPHyV_wLGbOMb6iaGMYyv94J2mk_hAm9MGj3YPwWD1XhXlXr7-ZZJNQNHOZJ7YyM6nTdMdWuUuHLh3rTWceNOVrp_ow/s1600/Untitled-1.jpg" /></p> <p>You booked all your friends a CEB Super Pass so you can all travel together, but when you tried to do multiple redemptions, the tick boxes are grayed out and you’re unable to redeem the passes at the same time. <br /> <br />This happens when the person you’re trying to redeem a pass with has a <strong>different confirmation number</strong> from the other passengers. Since you can only book ten CEB Super Pass at a time, the next batch you book will have a different confirmation number from the first batch. <br /> <br />To keep this from happening, make sure to book as many of your companions as you could on a single batch of CEB Super Pass, that way, you’ll all have the same confirmation number. <br /> <br />For example, if you’re six in the group, book six CEB Super Pass first with no double names—don’t max out the ten passes yet—that way all your outgoing flights can be redeemed at the same time. After successfully booking this, buy another six CEB Super Pass for your return flight redemptions.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="redemption-error-below-7-years-old" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Unable To Redeem CEB Super Pass For A Child Passenger</font></h3> <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/AVvXsEiHRCl6khoqD_IqWilHaJ3-Os_Q5dVOAq06uMCfTFyv2Crv6L7EBrKETx5JOhpcSdNam6mhoAdaviGvQImkfz1PhQnwNBcbS1mBxxbiSd2qnd9eA0BwAyQpmKMlsOABpvi1a5n5jczZPLzSSzmMHMcxqSp139QMl0PjEXMszh-sr0Wd0sDLh4vdoA8CZg/s1600/Untitled-4.jpg" /></p> <p>You are receiving a CEB Super Pass error: <em>Children below 7 years old cannot travel alone. Please create another booking with an accompanying adult</em>. <br /> <br />The reason for this is that you booked a separate CEB Super Pass for you and your child which resulted in two different confirmation numbers. To avoid this scenario, ensure that you book your passes for you and your child on a single CEB Super Pass session. Do not book your child on a separate one with no adult companion. <br /> <br />But what if you have already done so? <br /> <br />To resolve this, change the birthyear for your child to an adult on the CEB Super Pass redemption page, then once you have received your booking reference number, <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/how-to-purchase-redeem-ceb-super-pass.html#contact">contact Cebu Pacific</a> to request a change in birth year for your child.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="wrong-destination" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">What Happens If You Redeemed A Wrong Destination Using CEB Super Pass</font></h3> <p><img title="CEB Super Pass Redeemed Wrong Destination" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="CEB Super Pass Redeemed Wrong Destination" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgV8zXWADvLZAB-kPHV57FcmToPMa0Clz_LqpgJIAkFYnh97TXbfJysgD0U2pxmSD8ZxcKzMh4UABFdn42uQcGMDV5-k0eXxMJC45kvATSujI0-Ox6_eXiE67y5GGkbqnb8UymfeSQhXmGUzDZGG28Any6_24kemTlEyL6A-7EqTu3vAEdmDadRgG7QsCRi/s1600/Untitled-1.jpg" /></p> <p>It happens, you were planning to go to Siargao, but you redeemed your CEB Super Pass on a wrong destination, like perhaps Surigao. What do you do then? <br /> <br />This actually happened to us. Instead of Siargao, we accidentally booked Surigao. We contacted the Cebu Pacific help line on Facebook, and they said the only thing they can do about it is cancel the booking and convert it to travel fund—both the amount I used to buy the CEB Super Pass and the amount I paid in redeeming the flight. After a couple of days, the travel fund has been credited to my account. <br /> <br />This, however, isn’t always an option. As I have another case where they didn’t allow me to convert the flight to a travel fund. So, I guess this would depend on the agent who would be handling your case. It’s still worth a shot to try though. <br /> <br />Another option is rebooking your CEB Super Pass. Once it has been redeemed on a wrong flight, you can rebook it to the correct flight. However, you would need to pay the fare difference.</p> <br /> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="contact" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">HOW TO CONTACT CEBU PACIFIC LIVE AGENT</font></h2> <hr /> <p>Cebu Pacific Air has long since removed their telephone hotline and have also closed their physical ticketing offices in Metro Manila. So, if you have issues with your flights, bookings, or CEB Super Passes, you can no longer call them to have it fixed or go to their satellite booking offices. There are, nevertheless, <strong>four ways to contact Cebu Pacific Air</strong> should the need arises. <br /> <br />The first one is via their <strong>cebcares@cebupacificair.com</strong> e-mail. This is the slowest, but easiest way to contact them. <br /> <br />The second one is by messaging them on their <a href="https://www.facebook.com/cebupacificairphilippines/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>Facebook Page</strong></a>. Note that you will get a <em>bot</em> that will reply to your questions, so you need to type, <strong>“Need More Help”</strong>. The bot will then give way to a <em>Live Agent</em>. Waiting might take a while, especially during peak hours. Try to message during early mornings or late evenings. <br /> <br />The third way to contact Cebu Pacific is thru <a href="https://twitter.com/CebuPacificAir" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>Twitter</strong></a> @cebupacificair. They do respond to tags, but I’m not 100% sure that they do. <br /> <br />And the last way to get in touch with Cebu Pacific is by going to their one and only physical office in Metro Manila, which is located at the <strong>level 3 of NAIA Terminal 3 Airport</strong> in Pasay City. They’re open daily from 8:00AM to 5:00PM, but be sure to get there early, as they impose a cut=off by 4:00PM due to the high volume of customers.</p>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-66829746276632480112024-02-28T14:57:00.002+08:002024-03-14T10:09:02.940+08:00MALAYSIA | REBAK ISLAND RESORT & MARINA LANGKAWI BLOG REVIEW: What To Expect For A Three-Day Stay ~ A Weekend Travel Guide<p><img title="Rebak Island Resort & 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 & Marina Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhm_w-7VJW3ZgSC1v9r7t227gTFG-Epxfef8pMKsbilAzC2IutxF1XxJMznKeY_C3MAIguxp5mum_YrGP58UJRDv-CxCmL2wXSZ1HsdPatVyqns-YEJAx4Vh_8iC7wOqmDGzkCWJmPZaayQDbIbiZUy3-5mhDVoUvPG9Khuenx0hyphenhyphenXn5BtMTFSfTphLT7u/s1600/20230729-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0035%20copy.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p>An island vacation on an island vacation? That’s just how our stay went after our three-day stay at <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/what-to-see-and-do-pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi.html"><strong>Pantai Cenang</strong></a>. I mean, yes, we’re already on a vacation—a <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/08/backpacking-with-a-kid-2023.html"><strong>35-day tour around Malaysia, Singapore, and the Philippines</strong></a>, to be exact—but on the Langkawi Island leg of our trip, we moved from one of the most popular vacation spots in Malaysia to a more remote one. Well, not really that remote—it’s just a zoom of a speedboat away from Chenang Beach across the Senari Strait—the exclusive <strong>Rebak Island Resort</strong>;<strong> </strong>a private island resort in Langkawi Island.</p> <a name='more'></a> <br /> <p><strong>      <font size="4">EASY LINKS FOR YOUR REBAK ISLAND RESORT TRIP</font></strong></p> <blockquote> <p><strong>Discounted Room Rates</strong> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=29379698" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rebak Island Resort on Agoda</a> <br /> <br /><strong>Easy Airport Transfers</strong> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.klook.com/en-MY/activity/8024-private-car-charter-langkawi/?aid=524" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Car Rentals</a> <br /> <br /><strong>Discounted Langkawi Klook Activities</strong> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/25137-water-activities-cenang-beach-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Water Sports Activities at Cenang Beach</a> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/6919-half-day-island-hopping-tour-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Island Hopping Shared Speedboat Tour</a> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/23229-cable-car-admission-ticket-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cable Car SkyCab Ticket</a> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/25115-private-island-adventure-paradise-101-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Private Island Adventure at Paradise 101</a> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/9259-underwater-world-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Langkawi Underwater World Ticket</a> </p> </blockquote> <br /> <hr /> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>REBAK ISLAND RESORT REVIEW: WHAT TO DO & WHAT TO EAT</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS ~ WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#about-rebak">About Rebak Island</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#getting-there">Getting There</a> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#docking">Docking On Rebak Island</a></li> </ol> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#lodgings">Accommodations On Rebak Island</a> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#villas-room-types">The Villas & Room Types</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#our-room">Our Room</a></li> </ol> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#what-to-do-in-rebak-island">What To Do In Rebak Island</a> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#rebak-island-beaches">Rebak Island Beaches</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#swimming-pool">Swimming Pool</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#playroom-library">Playroom & Library</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#walk-run-hike">Walk Run Hike</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#nature-trail">Nature Trail</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#bike-atv">Bike & ATV</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#sunset-cruise">Sunset Cruise</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#kayak-paddle-board">Kayak & Paddle Board</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#cooking-class">Cooking Class</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#beach-yoga">Beach Yoga</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#movie-under-the-stars">Movie Under The Stars</a></li> </ol> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#what-to-eat-in-rebak-island">What To Eat In Rebak Island</a> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#breakfast-buffet">Breakfast Buffet</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#dinner-specials">Dinner Specials</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#bbq-nights">BBQ Nights</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#beach-bar">Beach Bar</a></li> </ol> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/rebak-island-resort-review-what-to-do-and-eat.html#final-thoughts">Final Thoughts</a></li> </ol> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://skyscanner.pxf.io/rQzZGD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>FIND THE CHEAPEST FLIGHT TO LANGKAWI</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="about-rebak" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">ABOUT REBAK ISLAND</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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Gazebo" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Gazebo" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOB8ATanL-9jVhotFMDUaxBQg5bCgbsl0hSXJt-s9-vGIlYO04J00AnABhQ1T_wenrdOidy7fFe1DfXaQR13__UDF93G6W1JtPWxlkBaiXTEZH6oAHWXwt2lgrSwykYjP_FmCduZjS8yOqWt32ncx99cc6z6Mlj5XX5Nzqs573rBYGnPSMhyd-F5yFYdjh/s1600/20230729-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0003%20copy.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;">THE MOON DECK GAZEBO, A FAMED SPOT AT REBAK ISLAND RESORT</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><i>Experience Your Own Private Island Resort,</i> so goes their tagline. But what really can you expect on a weekend—or even an extended weekend—at Rebak Island Resort & Marina? Rebak Island, the island itself, is located four kilometers away by boat from the famed Pantai Cenang. Inside the 390-acre island are lush forest, private beaches, and a marina. And catering to all of these is one single resort, the Rebak Island Resort & Marina. <br /> <br /><strong>Rebak Island Resort & Marina Pet Policy:</strong> Unfortunately for pet lovers, Rebak Island Resort & Marina is not pet-friendly. It does not allow pets on its property.</p> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Swimming Pool" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Swimming Pool" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEjwq6TPqIzjbGI1GQoRfEZSR_V59PlmABFSbI7X8b9yv-7ddhteqXP3oTmZWTNtI2lpC525RgIw3nMKjOXFmy-IBMXNDDr3xTaRPGOnGUybkL9P9xZH8EfoDzeqrmD4jUcD7fev3Cl43xWk0qllEHvCgWil9OXbouSvbp_Z3NXZnn_TKKvgsBHYMTbvkZ/s1600/20230729-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0025%20copy.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;">REBAK ISLAND RESORT & MARINA’S SWIMMING POOL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p> </p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="getting-there" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">GETTING THERE</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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Cenang Terminal" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Cenang Terminal" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirCH9TKL81U38yx-w0ivdwUO0ns2SyuivXTPhKXhJaJXIshV79cNR8BWEBas2sSep62jvynEzB2mOZ6gFGs44W0CXPqD2JkTplASN7I1UUlA-j28hr5RanTpCHO1FpMN2g4uqas2exG9szeTlMizjDS4aS5N_InvGSRm3e6O1HJVwTwVLYQgmILY94VtRQ/s1600/20230728-LANGKAWI-P30-0009%20copy.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;">CENANG TERMINAL WAITING AREA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>From <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/mercure-langkawi-pantai-cenang-blog-review.html"><strong>Mercure Langkawi</strong></a>, where we were staying in Pantai Cenang, we took a ten-minute drive via a Grab car to Rebak Island’s boat station, which is located at the northern end of Chenang Beach. The <b>Cenang Terminal</b> is the only way in and out of Rebak Island and a stay on the private island comes with complimentary boat rides.</p> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Cenang Terminal" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Cenang Terminal" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4JFL8Q6J1z4CcqcDK5_CO7nYuL-UsUIbNDrNPxalWT0z_LPVSfaXgpSHrjZibFywqQB2EBNtzm4sMFeMYE8o2G9WOUiF1SZn3KTl8aLLqkpnL2c0qt-LqyKXwz-SSxFc3ik5BjdWWNNOqu9km0VtxhxyakRRRW30ZbnCtPbHtwC-jrKmJq7VZGJLZ1lZa/s1600/20230728-LANGKAWI-P9-0015%20copy.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;">THE SPEEDBOAT RIDE TO REBAK ISLAND</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>There’s a scheduled ride every thirty minutes for guests who want to visit Pantai Cenang and other areas of Langkawi Island. The boat schedule starts at 6:00AM and terminates at 12:00MN from the Cenang Terminal. If you don’t want to wait for these scheduled trips, you may pay 160.00 MYR per boat per way. And if you wish to go back later than twelve midnight—like if you’re still not finished partying at Pantai Cenang—a private boat can be requested for 210.00 MYR per boat per way.</p> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi View Pantai Cenang Night" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi View Pantai Cenang Night" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5hnHZU0FbfOG4z7Sr8Nqt1hIkN4tASPDY9E4xfwbGSNiI-GSSJmnSQ5Yt4LG_9dBjSre9UPjKw2MRGiJ9V89Ktu2PeTcWjLiuHDLjedJAjqH0KVocinfCkWkoOYWArWcczYFJgNs46LA3/s0/20230729-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0060+copy.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;">PANTAI CENANG <span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">EVENING </span>AS SEEN FROM REBAK ISLAND</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The boat station is a simple open-aired waiting area with seats and cold drinks for guests. <br /> <br />The speedboat ride itself was fast and exhilarating. I loved the rush of parting the aquamarine waters of Andaman Sea, then the release of slowing down as it entered the placid emerald waters of the Rebak Island’s harbor.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="docking" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">DOCKING ON REBAK ISLAND</font></h3> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & 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 & Marina Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBx3fvPoC2SEOoO0D9hGHAggGOTlI59oIod4XqawPGvg2Nqg2FEcgwQ7j3HVuW6xRDyW0SIT2YxjIXpULTWlUInUyQMMaEZZl4Yh2yewsnrGHTLvUsS-owktEjefLBNP5j9jk8iiKCVHK9g2IrYPEMtAIZFUZyQUt4Loky1CRkcHMvac6mMH1UbJmVdShY/s1600/20230729-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0011%20copy.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;">REBAK ISLAND MARINA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Docking on the island felt surreal—on super emerald green waters, the harbor bordered by lush towering trees, surrounded by multitudes of white yachts, with nary a sound of civilization. It does feel like entering a totally different island from that of Pantai Cenang.</p> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSeaIDbQG9t2_jtTyurfX84NRcpqR1G2JcOj9U75SohtlafB2VgT48E-Y6Qh2b6m-iYs8diCk8_ob3jxN34xEefaLsyBJ4dCsRoLUL0GI60E1hX1Qd1amSVixsIMeVOYcPbVrpttDMYIo9-EabMrCqr4s4wUSp8ozS7UjxlIoxxZIKpVwO3YhNvQcjL_lT/s1600/20230728-LANGKAWI-P9-0023%20copy.jpg" width="368" height="491" /> <img title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP6cOBuh9OlcMlkKiDTABBBudAsmQ0yfTfDaW6tOQpXArkclU6k2-wLSaGVaVDETMO5zwcKWPuRKWti7sofNZPCLbQAQK87pJ5rvBCk6GKnzNVybCLaU00vMf4T7QAmtFylTauf8cxDW1JM8dbT4X9NPHnAx7F29IZzfMEmvENEcd3tBLKDGuQquc-8_pC/s1600/20230728-LANGKAWI-P9-0024%20copy.jpg" width="334" height="491" /></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;">ENTERING REBAK ISLAND RESORT | KID A, WAITING AT THE LOBBY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>From the harbor, we were fetched by golf carts used to service guests around the island. We were soon passing through a classic resort gazebo bridge, and finally to Rebak Island Resort & Marina’s lobby where a cold drink and towel were waiting to refresh us. Checking in took a couple of minutes and we were soon back on the golf cart, being whisked away towards our villa.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="lodgings" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">ACCOMMODATIONS ON REBAK ISLAND</font></h2> <hr /> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="villas-room-types" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">THE VILLAS & ROOM TYPES</font></h3> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Villas" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Villas" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAhjrXKTNyJbJuFirOvVruyxVeocRzc08FzYZ9G8CGjqIt6YkujzYh6JE4DXpgJC85WUBKBXWWAeX7y3WwH7PdarL8WhVh3RkdZSW9qNHoHcAG9uCt9mlDt_64k7Y892rQ4i2owOTzHM_ULmA_nHv6QW61NUFuwFscyEpj2Ih2oAU-6rMJbmdhhs6H2MMQ/s1600/20230729-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0009%20copy.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;">MODERN VILLAS AT REBAK ISLAND RESORT</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>There are two types of villas on Rebak Island Resort; the <strong>original dark <em>chengal</em> hardwood chalets</strong> fashioned after <i>kampung</i>-style Malaysian architecture—only much simpler and refined—and the much <strong>newer concrete villas</strong>, painted in clean whites and accented by dark-stained wood—its form still retaining that traditional architectural style.</p> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Villas" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Villas" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhT6yHvHWYjFje8cN5F25AOtJ7V_m6zrwd7or04R9vnJpSsoKNwKhUSZpiNN3Bkx15zoHJB3y2gq5dPcNnN_Ac5qOadTACb1DD2BAYRnEVZ4ArYzB7ooayryMqXqJPir7nuwTOCP18dctwjpmIuyWQA54UJWnPSBXRNdbi5XxUijB3Co29m_QJE-mvZM5xf/s1600/20230728-LANGKAWI-P30-0017%20copy.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;">REBAK RESORT’S ORIGINAL CHENGAL-WOOD VILLAS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>And housed within these two are seven room types, from the basic <strong>Deluxe Garden View Rooms</strong> to <strong>Premium Sea View Suites</strong>.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="our-room" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">OUR ROOM</font></h3> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Villas" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Villas" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxZk56zCz47boKGfkl8ULkBl1kcKAEGkWsNYVCit-i_PhtEB1rb02XX_whDm5aNk8K3TMHxAHNspcgeFCNf-7mq9hnb4M0h_mwyfYAq6p4fG6N1M4gYsJE-hJGx10Cwc2jTZAGwcXX5-e4nxDH_NC9DVerYkQvZRJqVnLPfUUDgnFDeeAFCqJRMVg8oFCH/s1600/20230729-LANGKAWI-P9-0001%20copy.jpg" width="328" height="492" /> <img title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXUA2NQ-uMu5UJ72IIh8A7fIJkyQdhdJ0coXq5-MLp5jJcure2gAd5SZ6kJBQwSYItcuD134-cTKG0A03LsSh8ogAnqZisBHjshJdmx-qIjPSsT_S3wR950eLhDGvLLSQMLgosNyQZsqlCDSbjh82oZq7XmCg7uk-QMzdjPCogvnR7_dMLvActCi5PT6XC/s1600/20230728-LANGKAWI-P30-0012%20copy.jpg" width="369" height="492" /></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;">OUR ACCOMMODATION AT REBAK ISLAND</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>During our three-day stay on Rebak Island Resort, we were billeted on their original chalets, which has a more premium location—being closer to the restaurant, pool, and more importantly, the island’s main beach. Granted, these villas do show sign of age, being part of the original resort. We were told, that restorations are being undertaken to restore them to their former stately form.</p> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Room" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Room" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM7HOXweNN_1k4CzGYV9GPj_UMnSZecgNlLZ-Nd7ySKbP6VyNtipxLctXKvFUvz4nQ1uYsrGrS9JUjBsbvz3zUVsbT8HA5sYnBXLbdvye0tUA5uPpq5xI8guwHqQpGTTBch7OI6Ja7L2MAZiqIsJfHToke8s0zUEDNVCOTgPpRco_sG14XYyN-6W0s-t52/s1600/20230728-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0001%20copy.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;">LIVING / BEDROOM AREA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Our room, a <strong>Studio Sea Room</strong>, is actually more of a suite than a room. Situated on the second floor, it has its own living area delineated from the bedroom space by the placement of the couch. The ceiling follows the pitch of the roof, creating a really spacious feel, and on the walls area <i>batik</i> paintings, reflecting Langkawi’s culture.</p> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Room Walk In Closet" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Room Walk In Closet" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-HTSUloID9YG1SDB6HwdRDQUF_irc3S-7nc3c7sT79-wwVfEPEdQvQYaQyo4o2k5u7uKjOlMyYVmkuiaw8Rz9WGpEIAI_RGJzhrJImMnl9xvM56I8JahAYMeu9U7_C1xrz6y8LLQIE1wR-Q2JGg6S1lGHf3fm2qInFqCtlfow1h97gv7urPAe-BuuafS6/s1600/20230728-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0005%20copy.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;">WALK-IN CLOSET</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Room Toilet & Bath" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Room Toilet & Bath" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8CyGKK_UIRovz1D2WKEIA-kP-Bmf98JVpnFnRAetttURu9uOo7jDZcrvQL8DJKk62LuqAo6J11ko8P6u7LaF3OKZVnj5b2eIh8UxMrMWGI6BFdn-eEgYuATCFzqgVnbQjFc_X4FsiKRN5R7U298bFbCysRrsyeuGE0tc9A77tE4wDr21C4o0vlPw8P3Qt/s1600/20230728-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0007%20copy.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;">TOILET AND BATH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>At the back of the king-bed is a full-blown walk-in closet complete with his and hers lavatory, a vanity table, and lots of closet space. On one of its corners is the toilet and bath, which is fitted with a bath tub—this is probably luxurious back in the day, but it’s pretty basic nowadays.</p> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Room Balcony" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Room Balcony" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ8VmaVXBCkrMWMtYCeJJVdcTAPGnNHx4Nf3DE5zIwbx6vxFQCjiXUSm3oTLSwBTCo0JeC8SU3JT8BO8uzdUVDoggZy7G-TQI6Q5IRlTbYLLcFGJ8eqkvlnGX2hdcEwqqd66AgRRfYDgd9Ko-L9lilYFQ8XAJyqFuyau5OIXMRzV3-_klHSsqSz8Dq3oAr/s1600/20230728-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0012%20copy.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;">OUR FAVORITE PART OF THE ROOM, THE BALCONY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The living area of the room opens to a spacious balcony overlooking the beach. We usually spend more of our time here, transforming into our very own private bar during the evenings. Alcohol is extremely cheap in Langkawi, the whole island being duty-free, so we brought a stash of spirits with us, lol. It does get <i>mosquito-ish</i> at night, but we’re prepared with anti-mosquito lotions, so no problem on that front.</p> <p><font color="#c0504d" size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=29379698" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>CHECK DISCOUNTED ROOM RATES HERE!</strong></font></a></p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="what-to-do-in-rebak-island" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">WHAT TO DO IN REBAK ISLAND</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 title="Rebak Island Resort & 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 & Marina Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNnEwhA_S4aaPX0uSMWlHBPmShOX1jUVZNaGUV2KySUTEk_MPNTIesTp-dWA_aqe80ekGMHL0hhySZq6Si8noTOljmBwQKYBQbZ9rM4A2a4fPlAqCFBLlaR5cJ6ph5rRFr5LxLMaefDWvPhP5-OY2BxqYBksX-_gluu4bqyN8KlSom4b3JPx1cZJtWMzc1/s1600/20230729-LANGKAWI-P9-0008%20copy.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;">PLANE FLYING OVER REBAK ISLAND RESORT & MARINA’S MOON DECK</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Rebak Island Resort shines, not because of its rooms and suites—although they are really quite nice—but because of the island itself. There are a lot of things to do in Rebak Island that a full weekend is simply not enough. We initially came to Rebak Island thinking that three days might actually be a tad too long, thinking there’s probably not much we can do on the island, but it turns out, even three days wasn’t nearly enough to experience everything on Rebak island.</p> <p><font color="#c0504d" size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/city/190-langkawi-things-to-do/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>GET DISCOUNTED LANGKAWI TOURS HERE!</strong></font></a></p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="rebak-island-beaches" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">REBAK ISLAND BEACHES</font></h3> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Beach" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Beach" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglC5UiVzV0lxXxtFpRarfOYSpFfgY1ayMxCPm1nb0ntULwIwmLt95g5qiDut13JyVkKNBffml1ga3rc52mPzCleZ4cSjgBZsNvHfhNpvbyBTExPO1mWbSue5neGy0E9lImdFS1GYOa8fogQ0RkmJbqSA3c3SMeQBFuwLJH601UPy3R0w6trD7pKQ3HLBNE/s1600/20230729-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0004%20copy.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;">REBAK ISLAND RESORT’S MAIN BEACH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The main draw of Rebak Island Resort is its main beach. While there are a lot of beaches in Langkawi, what sets those in Rebak Island is its exclusivity. And the private island has not one, but five beaches—Rebak Resort Beach, Red Rock Beach, Rocky Beach, Freshwater Beach, and Long Beach.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="swimming-pool" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">SWIMMING POOL</font></h3> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Swimming Pool" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Swimming Pool" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioYWPheg3bkzBWX8vmt8xA5xqzd-R27QShTQ1DQKZeI1fcakW9C7pSdB6t3mekwS-7_Ji6GolFLjM2VOzNZx3eirr676dl087u_2lACRqXtgWnEmyrFtB91ueCzJtozHeHqblChVBhFIBJd6dyTOS6ls1L4hcSzpxshw6lk-Rb_D63dmD3E9WOpgKyVkpR/s1600/20230729-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0048%20copy.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;">BG & KID A ENJOYING REBAK’S SWIMMING POOL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>If swimming on the beach is not your thing, a hop away from the resort’s main beach is the swimming pool. It has a separate shallow kiddie pool, which is perfect for our toddler, and a main one where I was able to do my usual afternoon laps. It connects to a pool bar, which seemed to be non-operational during our visit.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="playroom-library" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">PLAYROOM & LIBRARY</font></h3> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & 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 & Marina Langkawi Playroom" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinJiZWDTxPZymFpeKpHxwjekWKLeIPK3DIUHO_H6C7GEY3IartKHLvjElRBMONHZjU6t17ZRoLxeFEDUO6jvCNLNQDDPzwMIhDfUaW8bswSO9lth6AH0qPb6mCoudUp5aT46ocolN5yjAS5c8xjdql5c76mpWKLpOmHjnzpEdyZYkfABGcurOwS5rhOpsJ/s1600/20230728-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0022%20copy.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;">KID A ENJOYING THE PLAYROOM</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Library" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Library" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdjwpA1Y0hsqrdddxitnTWeEIU7dxIiIqeFR4sIe4zHieI_HNOYpNz9ZVCk-afsKkZ2vQmrEAToSDYleqgbxD9RaSKCEGtNJqQyKqXpw7bYBVIJLxnsn0p1SkJGeLYQH9HqOi-X9ghXvnlVovC-5GirmMrt0WLhUOXAN-4ukQV2tBtLhUeQUKxntZyFUFR/s1600/20230728-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0020%20copy.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;">YOU CAN BORROW BOOKS AT THE LIBRARY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>When your kid tires of the pool, which they probably won’t, there’s a playroom at the lobby area with plenty of educational toys to keep them busy. And while he’s at it, there’s a billiard table outside. Across it, there’s also a small library where guests can borrow books to read.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="walk-run-hike" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">WALK, RUN, HIKE</font></h3> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Hiking Trail" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Hiking Trail" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7dplCI4QsubUc1ivskAg2egAU9Jb87Dns-Xmo7iilNp3h4kjW2CvUnItPROMVXmjE2n-PSYzqeFrYID1kZxUXkPhbTsI0nEXM3ONmU9jNpUyKqwa5YV6OLDrwZxRZWJWIuevBSDBZcqOZlJTNl4ELgxutKUe2nSH-IwASKKm5Efym8PloQv1snKsr4TlJ/s1600/20230729-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0005%20copy.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;">EXPLORING REBAK ISLAND ON OUR OWN VIA MARKED TRAILS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>For walking and running enthusiasts, and even for those who just love taking nature hikes, Rebak Island has an interesting trail that wounds through the whole area. The trail is marked, and the island isn’t really that big, so getting lost isn’t really a problem. And even with its size, the trail goes through surprisingly thick vegetation that you’ll really feel you’re in the middle of nowhere.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="nature-trail" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">NATURE TRAIL</font></h3> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Nature Trail" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Nature Trail" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgrj8rNobb1PhsvBT90380DTW9XQILzbclGBTEP7pEEdg9Xye9GCTSXzQ2SGikm2rxhMLWY-eZQcb_wPL1CYD-E-3pNfS1m9OP5bslgT7nFhOGNg2WgvqlcdXvKvp_iibHEtxslpQ5oKI-nd-9kWw9mEf1AdHHH4sAR7JAcMio0NAdYYij1vQtPtRJbhjP/s1600/20230730-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0005%20copy.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;">JOINING THE NATURE TRAIL WALK WITH NATURALIST GUIDE, SELVA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>For a more in-depth hike, the Rebak Resort has a <strong>free guided 1.6-kilometer nature walk</strong> every Sunday that takes you through the heart of the island. <strong>Naturalist guide Selva</strong>, a very passionate and funny guy, takes you through the trail, pointing out all sorts of herbal medicine and interesting nature facts along the way. Be on the lookout for carnivorous pitcher plants, monkeys, Brahminy kite eagles, and colorful Malaysian oriental pied hornbills.</p> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Nature Trail" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Nature Trail" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirNyxBTV5v6bnjhZTdEbEV_BwyzJdbRdYEMGyavyQHHQrQAxXlHUMfT_-Yp7CSflMTeVXrE-1yJDPEwWd8Sbe_tabffEyf37oEW5AvDCG1OEPdj6d8l0FpYSr7kkqyzzjDf5ler-QxPvca5glE5i3FWR-By2FiFx5xOiTdzGHMciSkqHPyWVHqQZ1JMQX8/s1600/20230730-LANGKAWI-P9-0014%20copy.jpg" width="348" height="523" /> <img title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Nature Trail Pitcher Plant" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Nature Trail Pitcher Plant" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWkBwJx1dxaHMcpp2pNUfqKr4Lx_oIipCaz7LJT-iXvmqSiHauMerjg59Nol1FABdWJMaixi_DKmuiHen0dergQP0RL1pjV_rshTiwYQc7MDpjPwla7QGsHV4QlpuX2x9Hl8RtiW_xrbixnukAB54k01f-g8JUg-Mk1fXm_8XEwa4GsVoDpqZxOpONZ9oD/s1600/20230730-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0013%20copy.jpg" width="348" height="523" /></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;">KID A JOINED THE HIKE TOO | PITCHER PLANTS ALONG THE TRAIL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The <b>morning walk</b> tour starts at around 8:30AM and is usually limited to 15 participants—first to reserve gets the slot. They won’t wait for you, so get up early to have your complimentary breakfast buffet or have it right after the tour, which takes about an hour or so. They also have <b>evening walks</b> that starts around 5:30PM every Thursday.</p> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Nature Trail" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Nature Trail" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnips95TzuBGLXstVyyrtPXSD1ZSke6OMv4TB_e1ZAZIpXB9EWiAdGPk06xlNQerHEJYkCLti2D3E6f6CJnSwHa-IZEoiw9CT-N9vnWrOzmT9qfkLC47bkapFCpZnhhbYxAbeXeI0VHcMNQ84xXy_tfrTWrcanPvCEsw-VAS2jNqmottmvB7ViQb0Q80lp/s1600/20230730-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0002%20copy.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;">A BREAK AT THE RED ROCKS AREA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>For longer and more challenging hikes to Red Rock Beach or Long Beach, the resort offers a guided tour for two at 120.00 MYR.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="bike-atv" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">BIKE & ATV</font></h3> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina ATV Tour" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina ATV Tour" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3vPHDU4j_P1_Lzl6vG8ocQLdcGFDlgZJ4mRosE3RSmQuPR10_wkbA264oE_SSIQfWSDhA5SvUxEOUS75EJMtO-qNq8mAmw6q1U9qdMauNrPOy6isYaZXogfYeWe9oitXTlSBXAuiTdQKDoIIuAAC8ehdfbGm1DV_zPlV-0BImnsr18EtoFXret5l-OMxZ/s1600/Untitled-2%20copy.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;">ATV AT REBAK ISLAND ~ PHOTO FROM REBAK WEBSITE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>If you’re not into walking and would rather sit it out, well, you can still explore the island while sitting—using a bike or better yet, an ATV. Bikes are available for rent at 10.00 MYR per hour, and guided ATV tours are available at 180.00 MYR per person for a ninety-minute ride.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="sunset-cruise" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">SUNSET CRUISE</font></h3> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Sunset Cruise" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Sunset Cruise" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxHSzStSjv2yAvpV8mqzzEd59-KdDOmwaDga9CzD4hMxsSOf4UuSsRmR0SXr_6RpomGo8WSD_aHPmb1aeAZWlkCcz-1vUxzhP1ABulJQtUh4vuf6m-7SR8uagCFQ-MbO3zebpm_WiNhWSYqcCxYG4ZzrzwMHlM3aWPI16hJxEsB4k1ln3X7M1bV1ltNvGN/s1600/Untitled-2%20copy.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;">REBAK ISLAND SUNSET CRUISE <span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">~ PHOTO FROM REBAK WEBSITE</span></span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>For a more relaxing and luxurious activity, Rebak Island Resort offers a two-hour sunset cruise aboard the <strong>MV Petrus of London</strong>. The cruise lasts for two hours and sails around the waters of the Andaman Sea, while guests enjoy a private barbecue. It’s a bit pricey at 450.00 MYR per person with a minimum requirement of four adults, but if you can afford it, why not.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="kayak-paddle-board" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">KAYAK & PADDLE BOARD</font></h3> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Kayak" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Kayak" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggQhhlwZinfcBJgR-h20Ak_cV854p8Zcs-IxYcV6Asob94iTxKrLRIQMWSFszPMKUUWHnZIlgGETs_uIpQglkn8I4FCX1tjB9xMfmmgpTCAR9JtdORVD06vFEB_q7Som0wa8dcm5GW-1RiBw6i7j_MWcFviad4DKPw90BMP0jEkitDddwK2Zbbh4HpSYDI/s1600/Untitled-4%20copy.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;">KAYAKING AT REBAK ISLAND <span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">~ PHOTO FROM REBAK FB PAGE</span></span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>But if you really can’t afford a cruise around Andaman Sea, kayaking and paddle boarding would be the next best thing to do. Rental is at 60.00 MYR and if you wish to have an hour-long guided tour, just add another 60.00 MYR.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="cooking-class" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">COOKING CLASS</font></h3> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Cooking Class By The Beach" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Cooking Class By The Beach" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJ68rBpyHspusUuKyWnl4mcYFdZfvVmofdSnE4NDx5FXCPz6tEfwvl82A2YEhSL5qJNkbkpvaDUXesXt7fNAIjCB6V4C6w0fCGi5QPw9Im7_ecXgp_nzRjswzJeJa5l0IdhOVODwA-lOoOjdwAOpFvjESesAD4f0M0aOI3ZjCYCaXhybUrRa1teYrgPRmZ/s1600/Untitled-5%20copy.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;">COOKING CLASS BY THE BEACH <span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">~ PHOTO FROM REBAK FB PAGE</span></span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Every Mondays during lunchtime, Rebak Island Resort offers cooking classes for the culinarily curious guests. And it’s not just any cooking class, you get to try your hands on two authentic Asian menus, not on the kitchen, but right by the beach! Class fee is at 45.00 MYR, inclusive of lunch prepared by the chefs themselves.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="beach-yoga" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">BEACH YOGA</font></h3> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Beach Yoga" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Beach Yoga" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEin9vN-CIRkLOIQXKdMRB46iuED_E0iXL-1_kfzx1ugM-ZNSqBEo0Cs831NxGrHkurH9yOEK1y04RJCKs10UCUPgp0_eIQ3KNwwLCAux_G-uYz_vi0em1chW8-K29VeB0wOhFV-MVtBMCqFbEVkvIrfOPq966GKzNzqppxN8yieVWME2C4aqK-F5gnrbylc/s1600/Untitled-2%20copy.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;">SUNRISE & SUNSET BEACH YOGA AT REBAK <span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">~ PHOTO FROM REBAK FB PAGE</span></span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Before the day begins or evening arrives, relax your body and mind by joining Rebak’s free yoga session by the beach. Facilitated by <strong>Wong Shinny, a yoga master</strong>, start your Wednesdays with a sunrise yoga and a sunset yoga every Monday.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="movie-under-the-stars" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">MOVIE UNDER THE STARS</font></h3> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Movie Under The Stars" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Movie Under The Stars" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrYf0O-fWuKFZyjeVZCkGAlRBlVEMt7-bP-LGuYNwKGnXSSDovdSi2TFAE5Ig2-6Ys-2XBvRAVtY8bv7F2jXTrYG3CDl9Mtb0EfFJwNaBulBU2YI_gi-Cj4z9klBnA6twsH69JBaVcJMdpqsGl3wOdz4sjKaJ5QeVTzpvBULzlna_ab0T30tuyFBlSYLs2/s1600/20230728-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0019%20copy.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;">REBAK ISLAND MOVIE NIGHT AT THE BEACH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Before retiring to your room, there’s one more activity to enjoy at Rebak Island Resort, a movie by the beach. Every Thursday nights beach recliners are set by the beach with a choice movie for guests. Drinks are 50% off if you join, and they have free popcorns too. <br /> <br />During our stay, the scheduled movie for the night was <em>Maid in Manhattan</em>.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="what-to-eat-in-rebak-island" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">WHAT TO EAT IN REBAK</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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Senari Sea View Restaurant" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Senari Sea View Restaurant" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy6SDaS_lvnQW5_9iV967GVmhXxEEH2cvgM-dVxNp8aSv1QRYDHqplBxmizyTz-8xBjFJ8Hr3qbsDj66AN-59O27oweRxrqJwZkWTMW0aDX_5LTcJb4xjhoRAdIPkGGnV6xY7vi_9RhV0pN37zXeMa2rQbAcXQWSiLVSlZBLuIl4zZtAVLQ7fJBJSpOLbQ/s1600/20230728-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0013%20copy.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;">REBAK ISLAND RESORT’S SENARI SEA VIEW RESTAURANT</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Besides exploring around, another great thing about being on Rebak Island Resort is eating. There is only one restaurant on the island, the <strong>Senari Sea View Restaurant</strong>, but boy, it’s really more than enough.</p> <p><font color="#c0504d" size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/fnb/190-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>GET DISCOUNTED RESTAURANT VOUCHERS HERE!</strong></font></a></p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="breakfast-buffet" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">BREAKFAST BUFFET</font></h3> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Senari Sea View Restaurant Breakfast Buffet" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Senari Sea View Restaurant Breakfast Buffet" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjL-oK2-smux273pVoRkgNJbx-kBmxbQRW1iwTvG1mCWKvALZeufnvUgiDQ6-pK29imuuVfpxLKkeER3ryJp1aQIMKOzljMJHaKccJ0e4mwVkdn5UnPdcszFsZhaiS6VezJtJzN80MxXK0C9OVE8QOAamGd9bjnYkG_5A-NqiSaVeU-DiZlm39iLuAtlgbq/s1600/20230729-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0001%20copy.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;">BREAKFAST BUFFET AT REBAK ISLAND</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>A stay at Rebak Island Resort comes with complimentary breakfast buffet. We’ve tried it twice during our stay and was totally satisfied every time. And we’d usually eat at the lanai area of the restaurant, preferring the open-air environment of their porch.</p> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Senari Sea View Restaurant Breakfast Buffet" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Senari Sea View Restaurant Breakfast Buffet" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj16tXhVYBrNqwNfIck0RygixEYUB2l7y_DkLp7JqNeut0ddjbedQQQRNm4VpMI5dXYVvqxlWGl4XbGWUTZJ6fs9GiO-xZiIXa7jbuVYgzHBjt9ncC0tdDUuAcM8MKq6CE74jdClB0lHI1XFWibNieZm8pmKC8irU1j6qrGDLcP8upfAZOy8fjueE0QrRrz/s1600/20230729-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0002%20copy.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;">A MIX OF WESTERN AND MALAYSIAN DISHES</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The breakfast fare usually consists of Malaysian and International dishes—<strong>all halal</strong>, of course. Our usual breakfast spread consists of omelets, beef bacons, sausages, hams, pancakes, local noodles like <em>mee goreng</em>, curry, rice porridge, and some muffins and donuts for desserts. <br /> <br />Breakfast schedule at Rebak Island is from 7:00AM to 11:00AM. We’re late wakers and we’re usually so full after breakfast that we’d skip lunch altogether and go straight for dinner afterwards.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="dinner-specials" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">DINNER SPECIALS</font></h3> <p>On our first night in Rebak Island, we tried a couple of their restaurant specialties.</p> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Senari Sea View Restaurant Burger Kingdom" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Senari Sea View Restaurant Burger Kingdom" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhv65JsjiKHNrpbTYWFveejyi-gkUvRUk6fue6ZLf_6zPMZOIq1qeuDHkOU_h-rtzScZRkQ9GqdhcQJ9uWd64ATrwLytmVMVOUuFyHuro8sG4cchx9wG0daHJTeTuSNyjzHmNKvkSaMPNb92HbJS7q13ci0G6q95ne-0mfya7yX15ecrnGWIJB-oz69xsSu/s1600/20230728-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0020%20copy.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;">REBAK ISLAND RESORT’S BURGER KINGDOM</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>It’s <strong>Burger Kingdom</strong> for me, where you get to choose your own buns (<em>senari</em>, beet rock, <em>teluk kelubi</em>, and <em>keriang </em>bun), meat patty (ostrich, salmon, wagyu, lamb, venison, turkey, chicken, duck, and vegetarian), fries (steak f, curley, waffle fries, potato wedges, sweet potato, and onion rings), sauces (<em>masala</em>, teriyaki, tomato), plus smoked cheese. My version has <em>senari</em> buns, wagyu patty, onion rings, smoked cheese, and all their sauces!</p> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Senari Sea View Restaurant House Of Rendang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Senari Sea View Restaurant House Of Rendang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWzdjesIVGEJoC9TTtKMRvvlahyphenhyphenD0tboyBahiS0S560eN0tn8hwIbDgipOrsYmDE1DTK6BX_sAUrJdQzWGdWmJtQhL2Wf_8WYZQxXHzgtBPzPTK63O-KG0U178d_zDccDVpOhVe0U3BfY3r1UXTm0lZ3ksnHpUZ0vXKMur51bb8FOWDgDkKGuMW8NRebgk/s1600/20230728-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0021%20copy.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;">REBAK ISLAND RESORT’S HOUSE OF RENDANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>For BG, she tried their <strong>House of Rendang</strong>. First, you choose your version of rendang (Kedah, Minang, Tok, or Daging). Then the choice of meat (mixed veggies, chicken, duck, beef, lamb, ostrich), and what to pair it with (white rice, ghee rice, Lebanese pita bread, or glutinous rice with turmeric). Since we’re at the Kedah State of Malaysia, she chose Rendang Kedah with beef and paired it with steamed white rice.</p> <p><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►BLISSFULGURO’S VIEW: </strong></font><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2024/03/rebak-island-resort-langkawi-review.html" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>REBAK ISLAND RESORT</strong></font></a></p> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Senari Sea View Restaurant Kids Menu" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Senari Sea View Restaurant Kids Menu" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaKqlcVpuZWBIuF1ejHCeIWdR0dlkYpI6TwY-OpuWDlLHOd3QWd_TD5A7PphaPdN0u21gFXgv2X9xu6P4QqHeILe1hcGmZZvduuq7C4ZZZhUgLnW0OIaFs5frxEr0Of1SWfLn6gjd7o6JS28tvCKTrwM9HKTcYO6sBskVLAYMcboTwWD5HLEvt5ckl3YV7/s1600/20230728-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0018%20copy.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;">PINOCCHIO NOSE FOR KID A</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Senari Restaurant also has a <strong>special menu for kids</strong> with playfully named dishes like <em>Ninja Michelangelo </em>(pizza) and <em>Cuckoo Nest</em> (spaghetti). Kid A chose <em>Pinocchio Nose</em>, which is fried chicken fingers (or fish fingers) served with French fries.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="bbq-nights" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">BBQ NIGHTS</font></h3> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Senari Sea View Restaurant BBQ Nights" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Senari Sea View Restaurant BBQ Nights" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirtKU4XGCi0qdnwnxY0AisamZlA9ou41ppBnRR6JgXRPatX5jtFWhiyCqJkFz5rkC5bGFALB1SHYQ-Vbo0wR8AkD_YlbcQ8l2TsF_sCIlcV3CpxSpRzikBA13Ou_pCI8ESKbDmFySPgGZYxnjYKup6a701xgsg4JvdXYoH1Nmk96K8qeSvC8NRZ9rirfYg/s1600/20230729-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0049%20copy.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;">BBQ NIGHTS AT REBAK ISLAND RESORT</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We were lucky our second night in Senari Restaurant fell on a Saturday where they usually hold their BBQ Nights (98.00 MYR adult, 49.00 MYR kids).</p> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Senari Sea View Restaurant BBQ Nights" style="border: 0px currentcolor; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Senari Sea View Restaurant BBQ Nights" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAzqpkEHCzVqdj9JK2wmAcq3nn_EtpGzEIQdlnDInW2i6dEKT7qVb7tcZYFUAyHxaU3I4Sflh7y0c-IU3ux2xW3sybuAXqfVSvPaMBMG7HnHmBxG9b2KSCQv7TrJe_7lWJXc3KCe1Seb4vh7QLmUW9tUXDufmCC9zcZZxEpuoFQzD85dB_NX-I7ffGp_IZ/s1600/20230729-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0051%20copy.jpg" width="348" height="464" /> <img title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Senari Sea View Restaurant BBQ Nights Band" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Senari Sea View Restaurant BBQ Nights Band" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnH3IpFGjQzF0PNI3Gnkc1JsO3sxmxfBpGqE3chTjk2Ede8My70IFfvC7-c42AQhF7cyoYrw3cnxcDvLEocH9HN5hVI0s3443u6ghyphenhyphentCvQM5Dyf-DAIL8MOm6R7VDXSaP5kUQ56xG5onfp7uheISNtf9Ag8F1TcbpsQOOY5loUkddKyaUPveAcerda2Qks/s1600/20230729-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0052%20copy.jpg" width="348" height="464" /></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;">BARBECUED SEAFOOD PLUS CHILL LIVE MUSIC</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Grills were set up in front of the restaurant as skewered delights were cooked non-stop—beef, chicken, seafood, everything you can think of, well, except pork, since they’re halal. Besides these, they have non-grilled offerings on the buffet spread inside the restaurant too.</p> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Senari Sea View Restaurant BBQ Nights" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Senari Sea View Restaurant BBQ Nights" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrABAtC7nD-K88uZPyKsNGRWHhhqjeOHcP40gHWS92aoh8PxUQCODlbQfjSvs0bFRisHljxlweC6hRYYIskfgdC7OEfkJMZ_2YNDO-8xq8dxPWnMJ6QVgGQSQ6yBDw1Jfsbj-imVbprXBBoQbsb-vY91EM5FlFuimF7vemQ1NUAgohy8qLz7LixO8s8iJw/s1600/20230729-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0056%20copy.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;">SPICY SQUID SKEWERS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>It was the most fun meal and also the best meal we’ve had on the island.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="beach-bar" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">BEACH BAR</font></h3> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Beach Bar" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Beach Bar" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSLk0ZrwSD_yzJFU5WguDAYqeulx3JWJ41-YX-5hyphenhyphenkPMge1PsdMLn4pLnBmBkLTz1goKt19KJBj2uX_xz0sKF1QvgXnFmOiPTDcvvcQSDWzFUxopbidRGOpvL-njIl47iLODEoFvJ-x8R-qUi2y8CQ-0kAhsktVwEBKp3LzhEbi7xof-I7dPylx0aIbXh4/s1600/20230729-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0031%20copy.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;">REBAK’S BEACH BAR AT NIGHT</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>While we really didn’t get to hang out at Rebak Island’s bar—since we have our own stash of spirits from Pantai Cenang’s duty free, lol—their bar does really look inviting. Situated right in between towering trees beside the beach, it is open-air, and you can either choose to sip your drinks right there, or by the tables along the beach.</p> <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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Beach" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Beach" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjL-xtctL1zttAqOYwvzb9HVISVTdkZxj5qvUFRRx55vVQkOND-goTE7-zsSny95tKWq8BcqPioFNgmdou9YZLzBTnzk7tUJO7r7u9Mawj_g8OwyCDF3ZtyMSUVZfUAV9sA7nU6d_afokaxib4Z_LsoxX0hDZ2R-y4tXSVwJaxItzWD7sYliPOzTeKLpAC/s1600/20230729-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0048%20copy.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;">CHILLING BY THE BEACH DURING THE EVENINGS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Happy hour is from 5:00PM to 8:00PM with everything at 50% off, and <em>satays</em>—which is grilled right by the beach—are available from from 5:00PM to 7:00PM.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="final-thoughts" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">FINAL THOUGHTS</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 title="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Night" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rebak Island Resort & Marina Langkawi Night" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2boH3Bd46ctZJrRKrEO8-bCeBjFN7PStfyKMzbCD6_ZWgJY0V9vbgCX7xtic-WQEiDdQEjbxldIcNR10vw4u-xZ7hHTLC8ckjitYrawbk4IfQZpy4Th16rT0JzYrWU-a_zYwxgN1MGJaNczauZyOXEI7zBwBCjiGCPbPMCj4CdCP4bPtpzez3ZYIAcFM6/s1600/20230729-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0059%20copy.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;">REBAK ISLAND RESORT IS TOTALLLY WORTH IT</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>It was a heck of a three-day vacation for us at Rebak Island Resort. What we thought would be a chill stay—one that might be a tad too long and might border on being a bore—turned out to be an action-packed holiday. We got to do so many things; our day always full, always exciting, and with nary a dull moment. <br /> <br />Three days, in fact, wasn’t enough to fully enjoy Rebak Island, there were a few more activities we were unable to try—I guess, that’d be something to look forward to should our feet lead us back to Langkawi.</p> <br /> <p><font size="2" face="Century Gothic">~ OUR GRATITUDE TO REBAK ISLAND RESORT & MARINA FOR HOSTING OUR STAY, VIEWS & OPINIONS ALL MINE</font></p> <br /> <h4 id="related-posts" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">RELATED POSTS:</font></h4> <hr /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/01/underwater-world-langkawi-blog-review-what-to-expect.html">Underwater World Langkawi</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/06/kilim-karst-geoforest-park-tour-langkawi.html">Langkawi Kilim Karst Geoforest Park</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/06/malaysia-not-your-ordinary-sunset.html">Langkawi Sunset Cruise</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/06/langkawi-eagle-square-pantai-cenang.html">Langkawi Half Day Tour</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/06/pulau-payar-tour-langkawi.html">Pulau Payar Day Tour From Langkawi</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/06/langkawi-parasailing-tanjung-rhu.html">Parasailing At Tanjung Rhu Langkawi</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/06/malaysia-century-langkawi-beach-resort.html">Century Langkawi Beach Resort</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/06/hotel-bahagia-langkawi-review.html">Budget Hotel Bahagia Langkawi</a></li> </ol> <hr /> <br /> <br /> <p><img style="border-width: 0px; margin: 12px 10px 0px 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWT5E0CV4ici3LCXtFzu5_AMwpLa-yZqDcGkXqDc1YTXd5d3AyoHKaSzsMwUPDKVGR1r08iX2Vv6m1w9OOhN0BMQ6jFxggCGpIqB-TXoLXFd0eTfV-leK9cXsYZKNTrXvACuWsT23qxSrb/s1600/12.jpg" align="left" /></p> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">Rebak Island Resort & Marina</font></strong> <a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=29379698" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="1">► ROOM RATES</font></a> <br />Address: Rebak Island, Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia <br />Contact Number: (604) 966-5566 <br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/rebakislandresort/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rebakislandlangkawi/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.rebakislandresort.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <br />GPS Coordinates Map: <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/PbQ4HrfDn79bCAWi6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">6.294589, 99.700668</a> <br clear="all" /></p> <center> <br /><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&city=16928" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>• CHECK DISCOUNTED HOTELS IN LANGKAWI •</strong></font></a></center> <p><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/search/label/BWAK+2023?&max-results=5"><img title="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGUd8PHLlNEbEy_8D5Q2UZKVEzn0W4uCiSKZopMkxyK7SFCf4i5dfcDCOXDgvSszzUH35LhZG6lNA4bbZ0HAXLzjYfEWhn4GHDkzAjTFfCAYrfRrsp1tGHbBNQgobdGK3a5wxGQR02-1fSTJ9dEIVowNe8jH6TmOoz1OR8XUC86ynxeXoK6s8yRcDxq33c/s1600/-%20FOLLOW.png" /></a></p>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-77759304075812586602024-02-20T16:26:00.004+08:002024-03-11T17:02:12.536+08:00MALAYSIA | WHAT TO SEE & DO IN PANTAI CENANG BEACH LANGKAWI<p><img title="What To See & Do in Pantai Cenang Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="What To See & Do in Pantai Cenang Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpOltcE_oSg4XG7hV_HaWr-XUGCuaSh1ScVjDXYzvAjneRNbLjyszoag1-654lfjxFMxGy0V_wkcgJyXpRKdLxCWI3XzvAdpPIJFO0K3OX8o-muxzIzbfQCWu4VZNhL_-AA5bjsLD9V_kSlAAgkjivR71WQ9RMbDROohRqGE-OdVv17wtwRgUawqTYYT4w/s1600/20230727-LANGKAWI-P9-0029%20copy.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p>Pantai Cenang is said to be the most visited beach in Malaysia—it is, shall we say, Malaysia’s version of our <a title="Boracay Travel Guide" href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/10/boracay-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html"><strong>Boracay</strong></a>. We’ve visited Langkawi a couple of times before, but it is actually the first time we’re staying in the exact vicinity, courtesy of <b>Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang</b>. We’re definitely excited since we haven’t fully tried the Pantai Cenang experience before since we’re usually lodged on the more remote parts of the island during the past visits. <br /> <br />But what exactly can you do in Pantai Cenang, or Chenang Beach, for it to deserve a base camp for your Langkawi adventures? Well, for such a small area, quite a lot.</p> <a name='more'></a> <br /> <p><strong>      <font size="3">EASY LINKS FOR YOUR PANTAI CENANG TRIP</font></strong></p> <blockquote> <p><strong>Discounted Hotels</strong> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.agoda.com/hotels-near-pantai-cenang/attractions/langkawi-my.html?cid=1649989" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pantai Cenang Hotels in Agoda</a> <br /> <br /><strong>Easy Transfers</strong> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.klook.com/en-MY/activity/8024-private-car-charter-langkawi/?aid=524" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Car Rentals</a> <br /> <br /><strong>Discounted Klook Activities</strong> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/25137-water-activities-cenang-beach-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Water Sports Activities at Cenang Beach</a> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/6919-half-day-island-hopping-tour-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Island Hopping Shared Speedboat Tour</a> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/23229-cable-car-admission-ticket-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cable Car SkyCab Ticket</a> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/25115-private-island-adventure-paradise-101-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Private Island Adventure at Paradise 101</a> <br /><font size="1">►</font> <a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/9259-underwater-world-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Langkawi Underwater World Ticket</a></p> </blockquote> <br /> <hr /> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>THINGS TO SEE & DO IN PANTAI CENANG LANGKAWI</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS ~ WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/what-to-see-and-do-pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi.html#understand">Understand Pantai Cenang</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/what-to-see-and-do-pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi.html#what-to-see-do">What To See & Do In Pantai Cenang</a> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/what-to-see-and-do-pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi.html#pantai-cenang">Pantai Cenang ~ Chenang Beach</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/what-to-see-and-do-pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi.html#water-sports">Water Sports</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/what-to-see-and-do-pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi.html#pantai-tengah">Pantai Tengah</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/what-to-see-and-do-pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi.html#underwater-world-langkawi">Underwater World Langkawi</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/what-to-see-and-do-pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi.html#roadside-shops">Roadside Shops</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/what-to-see-and-do-pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi.html#duty-free-shops">Duty Free Shops</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/what-to-see-and-do-pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi.html#spa">Spa</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/what-to-see-and-do-pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi.html#go-kart">Morac Adventure Park Go-karting</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/what-to-see-and-do-pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi.html#laman-padi-rice-garden-museum">Laman Padi Rice Garden And Museum</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/what-to-see-and-do-pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi.html#pantai-cenang-night-market">Pantai Cenang Night Market</a></li> </ol> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/what-to-see-and-do-pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi.html#where-to-eat">Where To Eat In Pantai Cenang</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/what-to-see-and-do-pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi.html#where-to-stay">Where To Stay In Pantai Cenang</a> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/what-to-see-and-do-pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi.html#budget-accommodations">Budget Accommodations</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/what-to-see-and-do-pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi.html#midrange-accommodations">Mid-Range Accommodations</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/02/what-to-see-and-do-pantai-cenang-beach-langkawi.html#luxury-accommodations">Luxury Accommodations</a></li> </ol> </li> </ol> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://skyscanner.pxf.io/rQzZGD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>FIND THE CHEAPEST FLIGHT TO LANGKAWI</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <p> </p> <h2 id="understand" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">UNDERSTAND PANTAI CENANG</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 title="Pantai Cenang Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0XCSn5aSJ2z0Qs34itXEdJD_3szlY99hX5gtdmzMq2gudRjnPvLJ1eRao9ADcj3sViKgl92QHVDiMAHaozMhjlCO6AXbk6DNS19eSe66AH-osICa_AqZ5ezy6m9_uTHWfej6C2QyqHeuNUNW7qLBW77JV3cbjF05AdunDeifsis9gm-XpJhm-Q_H5sHm5/s1600/20230727-LANGKAWI-P30-0026%20copy.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;">PANTAI CHENANG PLAZA, THE MAIN ENTRANCE TO CHENANG BEACH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Pantai Cenang literally means <em>Beach Chenang</em>, and indeed, the place is named after the very popular two-kilometer long white sand beach. Built along this area are numerous hotels, resorts, shops, and restaurants—making the place quite lively, from mornings to evenings.</p> <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 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/AVvXsEjspdxosaTQH8PRd-dAbKlKDirUMADOuqEH4zKVncEvOp6BcbOBhWxRViFabaA4pH1ygFceO9q_DTnMYWQ_hUzIB1WR1_BaqSZ-qO19J3vt8AQTZIkH52ZWnZjHVWnHpTKBdvtNz7u_Onv4eXrtnRDVXnDHh5g2z2mmZDRZFwMWSOyybc1DVo0FpyYOwkPq/s1600/20230727-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0023%20copy.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;">PANTAI CENANG HAS FINE WHITE SAND</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Located on the south western tip of Langkawi Island, it can easily be accessed by regular taxis and Grab cars in the area. Public transport is quite limited on the island—or to be more honest, practically non-existent. Nevertheless, Grab cars are very affordable, so we usually use it to get around Langkawi.</p> <p><font color="#c0504d">►</font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-MY/activity/8024-private-car-charter-langkawi/?aid=524" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>RENT A CAR IN LANGKAWI HERE!</strong></font></a></p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="what-to-see-do" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">WHAT TO SEE & DO IN PANTAI CENANG</font></h2> <hr /> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="pantai-cenang" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">PANTAI CENANG ~ CHENANG BEACH</font></h3> <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 title="The Cliff Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The Cliff Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwfgTyWE9eNHDXzdJ1Is7qEb1nYyAfXDZSb5InD0qyTcW4KxsOuhYKylPUPjh68tXGq8Ez_L4tkn5ED1Ljo7kdrOo1Bkp-3WeUP-ynOEgNjd-E7uPyzjKf1CYKyLz-KeG5Qp0txKKlAAH96nCzwbctST8ZLDpJHtqzcGGSNValsgSGuRcm6Ca-B1lx33Yf/s1600/20230727-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0033-Enhanced-NR%20copy.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;">SOUTHERN END OF PANTAI CENANG BEACH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The main tourist attraction in Pantai Cenang is, of course, Pantai Cenang. The beach is characterized by fine white sand and light bluish water. The beach sits right beside the road, and is bordered by an assortment of shops, resorts, restaurants, along with palm trees.</p> <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 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/AVvXsEjSkjlmpOGhy6econzTtXlP6bXr5R27lYFqBtSqkT-VsAVONh8RtZY8Y2ivraloz6HH-JFZ_iWLuPZ0FHTlsY3GX-hpfxWRFMfUxNGZaZ-su5RubgirFKkHHESKbH-EPY3_ydWSFLNmuMgAZ3xTOkVfkmbM7rp4v9YfXmIjs6eoK5FdZJHlmJ7uLtgpL9pg/s1600/20230727-LANGKAWI-P30-0007%20copy.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;">PELANGI BEACH RESORT AREA, THE NORTHERN END OF PANTAI CENANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The beach itself stretches for two kilometers and is about 80 meters away from the water at its widest point. The average width is at 30 meters, still wide enough for an assortment of happenings on the beach.</p> <center> <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 title="Pantai Cenang Beach Sunset Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Sunset Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpxLP4qVXj0gaCKbYnyYjdUTkiyAK68OxC61ULrSIhco4mMdoX_rRDSPeWdMnVLAH5AuplxsZ_jC5eFPYiCnfsDN8SmGMqC6Ema4z_5K7TXmCnC9iTr7I5d7ZPuxHGyj0AGAYrTzCNlVxoAA_GFDG6mdJHqkPI1nBRS2Pln86IjGasBItVEhA8m3lBvqCb/s1600/20230727-LANGKAWI-P9-0024%20copy.jpg" width="348" height="523" /> <img title="Pantai Cenang Beach Sunset Fire Dancers Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Sunset Fire Dancers Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBAE3x2-IMPJufJclDjTuIreB5U_VaNrIAbcXcRZfIPVVPAEQFidQtXVOcykSEI7xFShLr22xnTZYHYPZupF98K25Qj3Fj2WkIc3Yh1Bk962aqvctCtIMQY4Mrr0E6vFxkSun01aSOKFzvfnPRZCz4mD3Qq5wUn3N-keRxh6W5YCaUH4aYyVeRixi1U3g6/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-P9-0114%20copy.jpg" width="332" height="523" /></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;">SUNSET AT PANTAI CENANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> </center> <p>As evening approaches, the beach is set up with beanbags and tables for those who want to see the sunset while sipping cocktails and drinks. And at around this time, fire dancers also appear, competing with the spectacle of the lowering sun.</p> <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 title="Pantai Cenang Beach Sunset Bubble Makers Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Sunset Bubble Makers Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm4rP8nNeCckXDshjY_jgoQHYLmueleS2mkHYwU22wiF1uEXKg8LDUbAyTZVX1OiJpgamBf5aLg191wK6HjA-_91foHBCHMIHLMMgWDiGbmKwABc1i_w5Rmd5lX2Ip76_1csJSrt_zbkq7W4iX7ixlLx2r8A7-Ru5xcLhorMraRaUtN1d9eMcoY9541z5M/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-P9-0109%20copy.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;">GIANT BUBBLES AT PANTAI CENANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Along the beach, there are numerous vendors hawking everything from food to rentable bubble makers—a big hit among kids. That last one definitely was <strong>Kid A’s</strong> favorite. Though we really didn’t rent any, he’d chase all them giant bubbles up and down Pantai Cenang.</p> <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 title="Pantai Cenang Beach Dinner Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Dinner Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_xDsQDOJv1M1q4s3rZCCgi_8fsfTTBbIM4QON4lNXk-xikvLeutJ6tbScJy-wEsjbMeRqgPkOkfJshdxNTikP6Jh35_YL-9GS0MqiKENvnsyTnA9z713li7JfBwHZdXrsOu7QsJ3CicHEyruWeaE1kYZ6YmUpgFV5jdOQbR-1OAvToximVRDr2cQCxx3w/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0046%20copy.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;">DINNER BY THE BEACH AT PANTAI CENANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Come evening time, seats for diners line the beach for a premium dinner by the beach experience. On the less populated parts of the beach, a few special tables are also available for couples who want a special romantic beach dinner date.</p> <center> <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 title="Pantai Cenang Beach Transformers Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Transformers Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNZwbJVu7kDtGrJ6cBPiirZthth1epCj6KVMCzHPFnrIgjuR1Phvcv8jrc6bg_y95yZ_JxstB-jlwETsCpgen4rgz1bXqY-O7siuwJNlDFLUOc5fTlPBuHt2NAEPodR1xgxE2saBtFe-bBALQn_tD8Mp6XfYDS-zVWmmBBaDB8cK2joH7mZKCTYVipua86/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0047%20copy.jpg" width="348" height="523" /> <img title="Pantai Cenang Beach Winnie The Pooh Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Winnie The Pooh Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi01sdwyGWoyzvN1PUig7ZQG7cSJKTgkeWpGxH9Ni0p6SUCeszaTbIGle3EjgIk0h68Mx16RA_kTt-brZIRvTy1mfko10i1KKJbrLR09xDmLwhpLpc_8fs2nm0FOYCeM5bXkFRAknwGTj1V3r4rXqg9Nu-uaGSsyXYC4eVf8eK7HIZtbQBeK4t07khPejb_/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-P9-0129%20copy.jpg" width="348" height="523" /></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;">TRANSFORMERS & WINNIE THE POOH AT PANTAI CENANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> </center> <p>And before going, right by Pantai Cenang’s main plaza are costumed Transformers, Gundam robots, and other cartoon characters dancing and ready for photo ops. Quite fun, really, especially for kids.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="water-sports" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">WATER SPORTS</font></h3> <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 title="Pantai Cenang Beach Jetskis Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Jetskis Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyvx_4dhBJAE1jxfMkIQPcDXOG3kjmSeP-REJ8dYjwt6elQMEZsntsijvIww5lruFtQj7Ul_J3YMstY8CEBmru7Jw1fpeYpv-LYWvWsgb93qdTL76uhzY3mdprY7QG5iRSfJDnO-vE_Wtr-0BYuwxWIdxOR9EgnAj73UrGqfqGFI873TnoR6hgeVTsgITC/s1600/20230727-LANGKAWI-P30-0005%20copy.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;">JETSKIS AT PANTAI CENANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>During our visits to Pantai Cenang, we actually never did swim along its waters, finding its clarity to be a bit wanting. And while, I guess, it’s really not that popular for swimming, the famed beach makes up for it with water sports. There are numerous water sports kiosks by along Chenang Beach that rents out jet skis, banana boats, and parasailing activities.</p> <p><font face="Century Gothic"><font size="3"><font color="#c0504d"><strong>►</strong><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/25137-water-activities-cenang-beach-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>GET WATERSPORTS TICKETS HERE!</strong></a></font></font></font></p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="pantai-tengah" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">PANTAI TENGAH</font></h3> <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 title="Pantai Cenang Beach Pantai Tengah Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Pantai Tengah Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyKu7QPV7vsXKob9DML86hFWq3K_8Sk5whFK1xM7sYLt-Fsjh8XlOgvY-hg-_ueL9BlqJEf84AEDUz4maaVYnkKVnFhPJUxCmPGIpmYR0A8BAgafsue-UBkZS7epwsnRYSMByDFmN-PpcR-GPAA7apYvJA_U2M5lOQPZnM24wkQnmjXosqlvrC1KKWxHLJ/s1600/Pantai%20Tengah%20-%20Jetsun%20-%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;">PANTAI TENGAH, CENANG BEACH’S NEIGHBOR ~ PHOTO BY JETSUN FROM WIKIMEDIA COMMONS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>If ever you tire of Pantai Cenang’s beach, the next beach is just a hop away. South of it is Pantai Tengah, it’s actually a continuation of Chenang Beach, if not for the small rocky cliff that separates it. <br /> <br />It is quite similar to its more popular neighbor, but without the tourist crowd. Even so, you can still rent out water sports activities, enjoy restaurants by the beach, and even a mini water theme park at Aseani Resort, when in Pantai Tengah.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="underwater-world-langkawi" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">UNDERWATER WORLD LANGKAWI</font></h3> <center> <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 title="Pantai Cenang Beach Underwater World Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Underwater World Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-2daajHNKh2Cf2ri4QKw1151-RXxkVRYmIWal9AbholWyDalrXyHvMhuPa7ij5EQOLYctJPKF-pnjb46R8web3wteYdrcm7K_P5_grLgJUqoOUL1H8vQvJJbe2esa8Hi9gvE13ed_bliQJFvlPO4JLzb14WArWwyRFjSo0rfzzW8-J2xKEV10XG-kzjwJ/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0006%20copy.jpg" width="328" height="492" /> <img title="Pantai Cenang Beach Underwater World Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Underwater World Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXTOufRaAH9QvLzHBAGW1PymUR0wpDXEQa5oNMvdMmCYLXSBOCGAtDCGCHWjqX1hhitotoeS86zTFQfAJ7irJs8mVzzfsoZDMfzAQhXq9XUfv014O7-h-yZqfjFHC6VSmHWQVbdG3XtVOhyKtgyf4rFz-gZdfubh0c_tQ4TcBno9MTPE-rlOpZs9ToBI9Q/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-P9-0071%20copy.jpg" width="369" height="492" /></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;">SEA CREATURES AT UNDERWATER WORLD LANGKAWI</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> </center> <p>One of the main draws of Pantai Cenang is the massive <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/01/underwater-world-langkawi-blog-review-what-to-expect.html" target="_blank"><strong>Underwater World Langkawi</strong></a>. The oceanarium, said to be one of the largest in South East Asia, is host to more than 4,000 animals and aquatic life forms. It is famous for its cute penguins, overly active seals, massive Jurassic-looking fishes, a 600-kilogram groper fish, manta rays, sharks, and of course, the requisite aquarium tunnel.</p> <center> <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 title="Pantai Cenang Beach Underwater World Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Underwater World Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjo4cLKeO94JwYYBD3rReMzXEAvVWYvH4Ud0t5eQjt8YmUwaCrc2xbf73HO6Ia1kEJWsvW2kUR4X9JZD0PLgPyliEfFapaJ_lct1a6fPyWObkS4W1Pv9j7K05goJRk2QHXIFcOuxmBgPPtPT8ID4G1cGu473LgWZg4VogROhRtlFDaSsiBDJ-bMRzmTNNM/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0055-Enhanced-NR%20copy.jpg" width="349" height="523" /> <img title="Pantai Cenang Beach Underwater World Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Underwater World Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4iiuLuPBLijvw3BqFp5WfI5KJtBFu_T7Bfh42j9khMzL0UdedM6KDS-JLkIUPDHGJT_QFBG0Yn_5H6QoZYoOeE4ZRmp9FSYffo6nneMrPl9erGkKSTTczywftjkOhj9nNvGFZhnbaqDBVhyJ25iUVCoOhNAymcFClfnOCS3uSd7DxWcqE-ossTi9uZGXs/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-P9-0052%20copy.jpg" width="348" height="523" /></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;">KID A, ENJOYING THE SIGHTS AT UNDERWATER WORLD LANGKAWI</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> </center> <p>A visit to Underwater World Langkawi would take about half the day, perfect for rainy days, or even if you just have a morning to spare.</p> <p><font face="Century Gothic"><font size="3"><font color="#c0504d"><strong>►</strong><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/9259-underwater-world-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>GET UNDERWATER WORLD TICKETS HERE!</strong></a></font></font></font></p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="roadside-shops" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">ROADSIDE SHOPS</font></h3> <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 title="Pantai Cenang Beach Roadside Shops Shopping Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Roadside Shops Shopping Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOPsFyNs5ONypghDVklYqp01WQsb8sJKzW5a0Kp9HMFrdzl1WiiybjBh3yVZFkJDJkOh3NtfS1xOoeKVwR4zTM0KNPx7tBBVds3FgfmmYpK3K4eGzy7Mnmk2Z-Vmb5MpEHSBPP0o5Ps2xS4XdFtRAFN5Aoy0coDjMR_6tWVpUJ8qqcXYhYu2z3kreQw9db/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-P9-0135%20copy.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;">TYPICAL PANTAI CENANG ROADSIDE SHOPS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Like any self-respecting touristy area in Southeast Asia, Pantai Cenang’s sidewalks are littered by shops selling everything from fridge magnets to elephant pants. The area probably has the highest concentration of tourist shops in the whole of Langkawi, so if you’re looking to buy some souvenirs to bring back home, Pantai Cenang is the place to get it.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="duty-free-shops" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">DUTY FREE SHOPS</font></h3> <center> <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 title="Pantai Cenang Beach Duty Free Shops Shopping Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Duty Free Shops Shopping Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2SPD5sjaESVsmt3bxe3nBrH23-1e8nfXghY9O4_sF6PoBlKtMKj6iQw0lJ7G-02oX8uHqSSQ1I7ZTYJ2okMPmfVKNrrYWw05iNfmKUPv6jYvNMDPtNXdvC7T6CjipW8JLLsARyIWr1L8NC0BskU5vcfDFQKjDw68gzvEUGxQQuO9fV9Q_thr_VfoFPb9e/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-P9-0090%20copy.jpg" width="348" height="464" /> <img title="Pantai Cenang Beach Duty Free Shops Shopping Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Duty Free Shops Shopping Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglSBQECVm9CQxgPO0SlGIW8jihUzWx9xvd70yC-yHikkN5BmS3wf2JTh4zTTDahrmT0RFUHqw3OBAMxLOLvnT_LGoOfthIRTakR4eHn51k12rTEmnxUnUEJ1zXk1j87s5gSQh69-sY-iz_7nJJqzTDZGYR4ReGDLQWiCvfasCMNTXjNnA-xE27OyGhFSCs/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-P9-0089%20copy.jpg" width="348" height="464" /></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;">IMPORTED AND LOCAL GOODS ARE TAX-FREE IN LANGKAWI</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> </center> <p>If you still don’t know it, the whole island of Langkawi is tax-free, and to complement your souvenir shopping, Pantai Cenang has several duty-free shops. Some of the notable stores are <strong>The Zon Duty Free Zone, Eastern Cenang 2 Duty Free, Duty Free Sport City, Warisan</strong>, and <strong>Cenang Mall</strong>. This is the cheapest place to go shopping in Malaysia—especially for liquor and spirits, which is extremely expensive in the country. A shopping haven, indeed.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="spa" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">SPA</font></h3> <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 title="Pantai Cenang Beach Spa Massage Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Spa Massage Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirhH7Tk5YhwRiySjLfvvqy_690lK-3p0ZLQWq4KKLBwCp3Mj05OhPRQLWElsVjS7u67Z1kgEQUWcyqs2ys3TGCcaFT_SkNRDreAC5OnpZlKgwUfyjMHJLAhlyVCYeASrCJDEDhrw5l1isR6V3Vy-mfzTjkR-ws9uMiaKfkcAzNH5IC8sjWiU6v4Mjlxi8J/s1600/Spa%20-%20IQP%20-%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;">RELAXING SPA AT PANTAI CENANG <span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">~ PHOTO BY IQP FROM WIKIMEDIA COMMONS</span></span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Extend your R&R with an hour or two of <em>me-time</em>. Like most beach destinations, Pantai Cenang has more than enough massage places, spa, and wellness centers to cater to everyone’s needs at every price point. A few of the recommended ones are <strong>Alun-Alun Spa, Salt Room, Kayangan Spa</strong>, and <strong>Breeze Beauty Spa</strong>.</p> <p><font color="#c0504d" size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/experiences/list/langkawi-spa-massages/c190-cate21/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK A SPA TREATMENT HERE!</strong></font></a></p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="go-kart" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">MORAC ADVENTURE PARK GO-KARTING</font></h3> <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 title="Pantai Cenang Beach Morac Adventure Park Go Kart Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Morac Adventure Park Go Kart Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlbHsctX1ndxAFkUIvwLvaFj4VOh3SFDxp73T_HuiUBDreT4LTTSkFKCMuYIIwjI7WySyY8iTzzraLsfjSPFtOBAwUpkUgRprdn1M9h-VTY_JFamSHYT2zsQnchCFIWVCqb2FsU8lh4kB8WvzL51lsnONYyD-hPqCPPDrFWBW3vqbO5_yZj9cnSExNfpSX/s1600/Morac%20-%20Klook.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;">GO-KARTS AT MORAC ADVENTURE PARK <span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">~ PHOTO FROM KLOOK</span></span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Race your heart out at the Morac Adventure Park using go-karts on a 1.3-kilometer long <em>Sodi World Series-certified track</em>. Besides the usual single-seater karts, they have double-seater racers for those who’re not that comfortable in driving over the speed limit but still want to experience the rush. <br /> <br />Note that the racetrack is actually not in Pantai Cenang itself, but it is close enough to include it in your itinerary.</p> <p><font color="#c0504d" size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/52906-morac-adventure-park-go-kart-experience-karting-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK A GO-KART RACE HERE!</strong></font></a></p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="laman-padi-rice-garden-museum" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">LAMAN PADI RICE GARDEN AND MUSEUM</font></h3> <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 title="Pantai Cenang Beach Laman Padi Rice Garden Museum Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Laman Padi Rice Garden Museum Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMVmQiaqy7ipcROOisC4qQRjaZ85wM11yGW2Rm-E5GLXFjG3r-ZUdDa72cilTyKvcgoSMjLa4atDla6La58kTRyHw3qmyVYPcGlyDzwkMJXR4kM2d2wY-72QaPiMqWOJbpRIrdl_vEwz0P_hSKwwYnL3z4fM3Sixzz9lhiuWoILPNKbyhkzBE1YbLCACCw/s1600/Laman%20Padi%20-%20Facebook.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;">A VERY VERDANT SETTING AT LAMAN PADI RICE GARDEN & MUSEUM <span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">~ PHOTO FROM FB PAGE</span></span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>If you’re into museum, the Laman Padi Rice Garden & Museum is the only museum in Pantai Cenang. It’s actually not your ordinary museum—being open-air and outdoor—and it focuses on rice cultivation. Well, it’s really something that most people aren’t into, but its location is really quite rustic and they do have an indoor gallery which features rice-related art. <br /> <br />And if you’re totally not into anything rice-related, you can simply eat, err rice, from their restaurant along one of the many <em>floating</em> huts along the rice paddies.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="pantai-cenang-night-market" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">PANTAI CENANG NIGHT MARKET</font></h3> <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 title="Pantai Cenang Night Market Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Night Market Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOLW4YRKGnSnvwiqySQno8ooaPoOhRpDXtedAHlLrC-naIIZjx6Zcxm59hHO_Jv6jMMR6YyeMvY5jt-wizkj9STi_hfBIauIwTJZSe2qrB8OPoPcwF6JlOIuqwAAG3Rg_FWRD9Kev9-JzzGJw0fgn0379IH2NDbt05dBQrmIMEUuIyMsIs9aiRkR9i116R/s1600/20230727-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0034%20copy.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;">EVENING HAPPENINGS AT THE PANTAI CENANG NIGHT MARKET</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>At the far end of Pantai Cenang is an open area that fills up with make-shift stalls as evening descends. These mostly offer local Malaysian dishes, from fresh fruit juices to spicy plates of <em>mee goreng</em> noodles. <br /> <br />The Pantai Cenang Night Market isn’t really that crowded, and it’s a good place to sample local cuisine on the island—Langkawi really doesn’t have that much <em>warungs</em>, hawker, and food courts. There are seats and tables available for diners, so having dinner here isn’t really that inconvenient.</p> <center> <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 title="Pantai Cenang Night Market Langkawi Roti Canai" style="border: 0px currentcolor; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Night Market Langkawi Roti Canai" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU17YP8GNgxRNLcchhgRBoDHMD7D5EflscfCbi1qcNqYlnrkqh61omL46z3wFSCZBVmv_il2iC3tivx6-i53JRAl8PQVAGtze3dwQ12fisd7INZd92tOe4kAkwi1f7ymQ1ajOLZss9tuKwBCOQem6jj7n293rpWWAsKQmJLamw3mcoVuaq1iynR56WyIXu/s1600/20230727-LANGKAWI-P9-0037%20copy.jpg" width="348" height="523" /> <img title="Pantai Cenang Night Market Langkawi Roti Canai" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Night Market Langkawi Roti Canai" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHpY81N75ry06HVM4kT0TbipBUdD2JbjHgv5yGXA5Uu5oZa2DuXYom7aDNwfEgCw-uGu4oomOs-1kJ0uWGh4CsZ7VlZWuvRbLkjSTcQZ9gtc7IBd5jMKxd3VFVuDd6CZ-pJj9T73vSkeLdwy8ppZoMQx45r8jFxkRFdmKoBQCjKTjhbNKSDAi6ZmlgsRvb/s1600/20230727-LANGKAWI-P9-0032%20copy.jpg" width="348" height="523" /></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;">OUR FAVORITE ROTI CANAI STALL AT THE NIGHT MARKET</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> </center> <p>What we usually come here for are the <em>roti canai</em>. It’s one of the best we’ve had, flaky and soft, with just the right amount of umami and grease. The accompanying curry gravy perfectly complements it.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="where-to-eat" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">WHERE TO EAT IN PANTAI CENANG</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 title="Pantai Cenang Warung De Cenang Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Warung De Cenang Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitR3H6AEHLnRpWNOFb_MC0hPukxSx7GwHRii9Z1RCqbPf7js4F-_tKp0e2m8SglVkwxt8gSb-pcouGBLzf2VVckS9g2obuU6CiWa_3Y28Gw5PUlIRo7Wnd2uGcAA6IVPOh9weWcdKGVKNKwfwOFXYOsNGFdAKu570Uwrwq8hUAgc7hLOQ5GY1_QhOucD1q/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0061%20copy.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;">ONE OF THE FEW WARUNGS IN PANTAI CENANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Besides the local night market, there are numerous restaurants and fast food chains around Pantai Cenang. A few notable restaurants are <strong>Pelangi Gril, Damascus Café, Kalut Café N Bar, Rao’s Bananaleaf</strong>, and <strong>Artisans Pizza</strong>. Most of the big hotels’ buffet breakfast are also open for walk-in guests, so if you’re into buffets, there’s that.</p> <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 title="Pantai Cenang Malaysian Food Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Malaysian Food Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKwnYNEFSHl3nk0sLwSQXX-E4J2_e_MtEJn-g74W4CvKWudtFpmoNwKSflmV5lndN6h50somJVk7bDxjpvN-sd8IpXd7MTT379rj16TNuTNOyaio2gkb4N-Ex4RemWcznQTykoEuGtxHIE1uhG5dS3wQ6WZVYurZLh7FeAhIPJPtUlqeOn1bZf_efJFLyp/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0042%20copy.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;">MALAYSIAN FOOD AT PANTAI CENANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>If you’re looking for a more local flavor and one that doesn’t break the bank, there’s <strong>Warung de Cenang</strong> and <strong>Ali Bistro</strong>.</p> <center> <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 title="Pantai Cenang McDonald's Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang McDonald's Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhAKd7Hrnmi05KFOxBFG8LkZPtyXEhy9grIOrpfWuBI9zyKOwYaeHroRQtJmgCoaYO7WIpnTJI4xxKxgsZOFQz2Wlba3qCKD9Obv5UuUzjnpShldZ6u6BpiE79ymoT9E0p2RZKq8quzEn9XV1ltPo3_b4O9XT6yVoOnBQ7AR1bHWlLUkYSq1ERD8323pKX/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-P9-0094%20copy.jpg" width="348" height="523" /> <img title="Pantai Cenang McDonald's Nasi Lemak Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang McDonald's Nasi Lemak Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-tDdxTnGPyIyq4_o-VnmI4aJ8f9KcOHSqVb_UXyjphDBvMPKozGx5IqxPICufkoOaMh7wyfcGEixJi0Enm9NVh1nI951G7iBYSNAHu7hH03Yw-Kkwwpu92W-yc-J1RgRyyT3OgffqFoh2RbTv2-qHeiVMi0jwPn_rykq2-njKzg7zc9lt9lSwfgwTCT5f/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-P9-0092%20copy.jpg" width="348" height="523" /></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;">KID A, ENJOYING MCDONALD’S IN PANTAI CENANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> </center> <p>And if you’re on the lookout for something more familiar, there’s a <strong>McDonald’s, KFC, Pizza Hut, Subway</strong> and <strong>Starbucks Coffee</strong> to fill your cravings.</p> <p><font color="#c0504d" size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/fnb/190-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>GET DISCOUNTED RESTAURANT VOUCHERS HERE!</strong></font></a></p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="where-to-stay" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">WHERE TO STAY IN PANTAI CENANG</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 title="Pantai Cenang Lodgings Langkawi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Lodgings Langkawi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUgmtHmdJDQBsTURKzxDR0ShsrzHbDdsbF5vReg510CXvIWCJUpcUyAp7kBG4M0GTLKla8P5nsPMXOmEHf0887a-KgHtbUxldnVopDO01ynFJGTqdy1e87B4ej6FSRkYS2Sh-nmwRjXsaFlMRGvCOsPMvBQm3M7nSvzzvEJNKus3KW9jMZTgJ0O-c7RmLd/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0075%20copy.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;">LODGINGS AT PANTAI CENANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Pantai Cenang offers all kinds of accommodations for every kind of traveler, from backpacker accommodations, mid-range resorts for regular vacationers, and luxury accommodations for the loaded ones. A few of these are located right by the beach, but most are located across the street—which isn’t really not that bad since it’s just a hop away.</p> <br /> <h3 id="budget-accommodations" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">BUDGET ACCOMMODATIONS</font></h3> <p>• <strong>Cenang Rest House</strong> <font style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);" face="Calibri"><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=240499" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">  <strong>CHECK RATES!</strong></a>  </font> <br />• <strong>D’Lima Beach Inn <font style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);" face="Calibri"><strong><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=2175563" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CHECK RATES!</a>  </strong></font></strong> <br />• <strong>Gecko Guest House <font style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);" face="Calibri"><strong><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=1958464" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CHECK RATES!</a>   </strong></font></strong></p> <br /> <h3 id="midrange-accommodations" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">MID-RANGE ACCOMMODATIONS</font></h3> <p>• <strong>Delta Cenang Resort</strong> <font style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);" face="Calibri"><strong> <a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=34830147" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CHECK RATES!</a>  </strong></font> <br />• <strong>Cenang Plaza Beach Hotel</strong> <font style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);" face="Calibri"><strong> <a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=1119267" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CHECK RATES!</a>  </strong></font> <br />• <strong>Nadias Hotel Cenang <font style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);" face="Calibri"><strong><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=1166240" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CHECK RATES!</a>  </strong></font></strong></p> <br /> <h3 id="luxury-accommodations" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS</font></h3> <p>• <strong>Mercure Langkawi</strong> <font style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);" face="Calibri"><strong> <a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=30912683" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CHECK RATES!</a> </strong></font> <font size="1">►</font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/mercure-langkawi-pantai-cenang-blog-review.html"><font size="2">MERCURE LANGKAWI REVIEW</font></a> <br />• <strong>Pelangi Beach Resort</strong> <font style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);" face="Calibri"><strong> <a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=10442" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CHECK RATES!</a>  </strong></font> <br />• <strong>Casa Del Mar <font style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);" face="Calibri"><strong><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=4461" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CHECK RATES!</a>  </strong></font></strong></p> <br /> <table class="tr-caption-container" style="text-align: center; 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margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Underwater World Langkawi Review" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUrUNco5pKclJ_602vSXQuMLNK6KQ10FiDwSGCjjMyfcnJhB1-WLp-OooEpbHH2m9WyFhyphenhyphenUtYaQZE4U9W0Sm7lqqoV55418Uh5NK0JBKnNR7Evn96qJfO8y5KU0zIVH_38RN-zm7pUZauvP_mhNb2T2RPU2dC52Xb_fU_jhRRAUkZRq7T0QjkcAAxbAzgh/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0018.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p>With free time to spare—we arrived very early in Langkawi from Penang and our room at <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/mercure-langkawi-pantai-cenang-blog-review.html"><strong>Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang</strong></a> was still unavailable—we decided to visit one of Langkawi’s most popular tourist spots, the <b>Underwater World Langkawi</b>.</p> <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 title="Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi Family" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Cenang Beach Langkawi Family" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkD51R9xaKm08aP0UmUexCpQnBL50wBrZR-20nByiQ8MfBB04NvuPmmWx4L7A577PGALaRKku82muxPEnInRy5Z1EUOYa7tlChq0c_ZlUvE0TVxR9rz0YlO91wnbHvv19kH0xsGUmjJfXAsq5zKHvqS5Oj2f7CXTprSbM_HEjg4LSqVvB3BAv-ohRfCNJw/s1600/20230727-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0030.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;">KID A AND BG AT PANTAI CENANG BEACH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Located at the southern end of <strong>Pantai Cenang</strong> or Cenang Beach, it can easily be accessed by booking Grab cars, passing taxis, or simply by walking—that is if you’re staying along the Pantai Cenang area of Langkawi like us. So, walk we did.</p> <a name='more'></a> <br /><center><font color="#c0504d" size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/city/190-langkawi-things-to-do/?aid=824" rel="nofollow"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK DISCOUNTED TOURS IN LANGKAWI</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>UNDERWATER WORLD LANGKAWI BLOG REVIEW </strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS ~ WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/01/underwater-world-langkawi-blog-review-what-to-expect.html#booking-tickets">Booking Tickets</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/01/underwater-world-langkawi-blog-review-what-to-expect.html#about">Underwater World Langkawi</a> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/01/underwater-world-langkawi-blog-review-what-to-expect.html#temperate-section">Temperate Section</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/01/underwater-world-langkawi-blog-review-what-to-expect.html#about">Underwater World Langkawi</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/01/underwater-world-langkawi-blog-review-what-to-expect.html#sub-antarctic-section">Sub-Antarctic Section</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/01/underwater-world-langkawi-blog-review-what-to-expect.html#preview-tank">Preview Tank</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/01/underwater-world-langkawi-blog-review-what-to-expect.html#river-ecosystem">River Ecosystem</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/01/underwater-world-langkawi-blog-review-what-to-expect.html#tropical-rainforest">Tropical Rainforest</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/01/underwater-world-langkawi-blog-review-what-to-expect.html#tour-break">Tour Break</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/01/underwater-world-langkawi-blog-review-what-to-expect.html#hexagonal-tank-tunnel-tank">Hexagonal Tank &Tunnel Tank</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/01/underwater-world-langkawi-blog-review-what-to-expect.html#koi-pond">Koi Pond</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/01/underwater-world-langkawi-blog-review-what-to-expect.html#invertebrate-coral-reef-venomous-sections">Invertebrate / Coral Reef / Venomous & Poisonous Sections</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/01/underwater-world-langkawi-blog-review-what-to-expect.html#souvenir-duty-free-shops">Souvenir Shop & Shopping Area</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/01/underwater-world-langkawi-blog-review-what-to-expect.html#mcdonalds-langkawi">McDonald’s Langkawi</a></li> </ol> </li> </ol> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://skyscanner.pxf.io/rQzZGD" rel="nofollow"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>FIND THE CHEAPEST FLIGHT TO LANGKAWI</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="booking-tickets" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">BOOKING TICKETS</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 title="Underwater World Langkawi Building Pantai Cenang Malaysia Night" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Underwater World Langkawi Building Pantai Cenang Malaysia Night" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsm_7OVEUs5xVNzkOduzUXvjfPBXX2XWhQrC_wChsnAlZQ3IC2hnAgagT94WrBvmRcUySJdpmi1MD8ULD6dZlFEMrmnRscpm7R74ztReB4ziNz7AoTVT12S7lXjgkuf5O2rYX4kUIlcaSz73K5f2VI1jRTO1fhE7XcrVkgD2JsZpwZH8fVEc53QGLoOxyL/s1600/20230727-LANGKAWI-P9-0030.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;">UNDERWATER WORLD LANGKAWI FACADE DURING EVENINGS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Underwater World Langkawi tickets can be bought straight from their lobby or online via booking apps. <br /> <br />We had ours via <b>Klook</b>, which has discounts. Redemption was quite easy, we simply showed our online booking, they scanned it, gave us physical tickets, and we’re in.</p> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/9259-underwater-world-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK DISCOUNTED UNDERWATER WORLD TICKET</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="about" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">UNDERWATER WORLD LANGKAWI</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 title="Underwater World Langkawi Pantai Cenang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Underwater World Langkawi Pantai Cenang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPI94rcRF0IGZrVKCcyAn5NCZ8G6osiL4qZLiGNIJ8cG5JHBV5GVrar0m_Rz0vOeKISQlJ0oEIN1MsXCggA5jZXz45Bh4QcPN8cyYIGhHGDNGtEhodsS39jUJ1Qu3W8CFV_9WTQhN1UfcVVSDNaFeO7Z6Wzi7dCRrzErks32Cedy1pTwBa0dUr47tsJCLO/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0027.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;">KID A AT THE UNDERWATER WORLD LANGKAWI</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Dubbed as one of the largest marine and freshwater oceanarium in South East Asia, Underwater World Langkawi hosts more than four thousand animals and aquatic life forms along its sprawling grounds. It is divided into three major sections, which are further subdivided into eleven areas.</p> <center><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►EXPLORE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/06/kilim-karst-geoforest-park-tour-langkawi.html" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>LANGKAWI KILIM KARST GEOFOREST PARK</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="temperate-section" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">TEMPERATE SECTION</font></h3> <hr /> <p>The first area we explored was Underwater World Langkawi’s <i>Temperate Section</i>. It’s really not the first area you’ll see at the aquarium, but we entered UWL just in time for the penguin feeding, and those are located in this section. <br /> <br />To get there, we passed a few sectors, but backtracking is allowed, so no problem there. </p> <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 title="Underwater World Langkawi Pantai Cenang Malaysia African Black-Footed Penguin" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Underwater World Langkawi Pantai Cenang Malaysia African Black-Footed Penguin" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9wb9f5Kfa-s6G9qwUmY6KzYZWeKre2ZN9DxT-8cFg1B5BcxKyrO_LF1X5lirOOnfKkElCICTWh5N3pcC9LI0SjZs3mEiWGNnsdLoRHitGtLLv-xVK2i0WzHtJwWahqC-nX2H7-5QUlVWBPgw0vkgP4xyaWdhV_iOlhOKepTm8tIyYxmFmxsRbbdW-I7o5/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0002.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;">AFRICAN BLACK-FOOTED PENGUINS AT THE UNDERWATER WORLD LANGKAWI</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The Temperate Section features around sixty <b>African black-footed penguins</b>, which you can see above and below water—they have a mini eight-meter aquarium tunnel where you can view penguins swiftly swimming underwater. These guys are fast!</p> <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 title="Underwater World Langkawi Pantai Cenang Malaysia African Black-Footed Penguin Tunnel" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Underwater World Langkawi Pantai Cenang Malaysia African Black-Footed Penguin Tunnel" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTmN8Wn6mtlLdqs8eKN_FLCU0yQr9t2oRNerd4lHwKSWXNG9KQ08wjXQyVWHK6bm5XYGPRsgcY5HPVcYg3jpDpUj4N35f0-0i8CBJwwluGmcgZKV6hH6DijCGBeLcqp4A2lgGk35_3LfLvlZHxJRYkELhpMRHKpdAIwvpB1Je7M-lkoitQRndEvb4v-v0k/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0053.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;">UWL’S EIGHT-METER AQUARIUM TUNNEL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <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 title="Underwater World Langkawi South American Fur Seal Pantai Cenang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Underwater World Langkawi South American Fur Seal Pantai Cenang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHoRsoleTpsXCXLpA8HGtwzJ6_hvDRnOo9SoCv32qBa-PKXqvg-mxuz-rxbaaz4yEoe98KOAIvMxyBfTz-OMl2N78VoI3ow79q5vh7oc9m1AjDzgc3F1crGFKQtsrzVgrbpYWw2e4B6oTN2q0XNrsnrjR7HRPUORCYdPrfEp9Mq98Q1xtYsKX_dIA58IBF/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0041.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;">THE HYPER-ACTIVE SOUTH AMERICAN SEAL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>They also have a separate enclosure for their <b>South American fur seal</b>, this animal is overwhelmingly huge and you can really feel its power underwater when viewed up close.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="sub-antarctic-section" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">SUB-ANTARCTIC SECTION</font></h3> <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 title="Underwater World Langkawi Pantai Cenang Rockhopper Penguins Malaysia " style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Underwater World Langkawi Pantai Cenang Rockhopper Penguins Malaysia " src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb4yupEMU7ZYn3BbwgFR0nJvdNhgFcHs7ksvevfQ4fLqelDiPYEHs67pihf94I7sbL10uziLAI-lAiMssTRLveOrjf7WqXEUEC8yP5_n3q0VRFEWBE0dpfMuQiz-RWybIpv0qVOwgF27N5bucxfzwWv9c8XwVwopSvQPWk8BK9brinfkqpiaMsTwRwgHS_/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0009.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;">THE FUNKY LOOKING ROCKHOPPER PENGUINS AT UWL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Right along this area is another section featuring penguins, twenty five <b>rockhopper Penguins</b> to be exact. Their enclosure looks similar to their black-footed counterparts, however, they don’t have an aquarium tunnel underneath. These <i>rockhoppers</i> are much cuter though, sporting their funky hair-style—which are actually yellow and black feathers.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="preview-tank" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">PREVIEW TANK</font></h3> <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 title="Underwater World Langkawi Preview Tank Pantai Cenang Malaysia " style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Underwater World Langkawi Preview Tank Pantai Cenang Malaysia " src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnnZuuBL2UbgFlKlEE5lH9XXvJQRMFtsGfI6RygHp6QymgTV_CuOTBGoMkMbTwUOUWo8bhEGyNZiyJSQeYROHgaPWc7jJpR50U7r8ensU1N3Mf7KrJ2gPULG6AfJ98KRFd5bDIdJYqx5XTR1bMN6M7XjqEZHihbqHcvVaCMG9KWtv0DtbBj3pho7BNZbCj/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0032.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;">THE PREVIEW TANK AND RIVER ECOSYSTEM</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>After the penguin feeding demo, we backtracked to the first section of Underwater World Langkawi, the <em>Freshwater Area</em> which has the aptly titled <em>Preview Tank</em>—a preview of what you’ll see on the oceanarium. But to be fair, this is hardly a cross-section of what Underwater World Langkawi has to offer, they have more. <br /> <br />The main attraction of this area is the so-called Jurassic fish, the <b>arapaima</b>. It is the largest freshwater fish on Earth and can grow to more than eight feet. There are also <b>wallago catfish</b> and <b>freshwater stingrays</b>.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="river-ecosystem" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">RIVER ECOSYSTEM</font></h3> <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 title="Underwater World Langkawi Chinese Water Dragon Pantai Cenang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Underwater World Langkawi Chinese Water Dragon Pantai Cenang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLOL2EY3yER1gQk-Wv_XpY8CW1Bj95_mf6JKZBjSZzT_3et_nz1epo8Fn_4vAUmRYAN6SwCsSaxxog0zhTMUIVSOfboCOcuRDTu0tENLkoKA0nuIJ5DAwaJxPDHDjlYd7kBYQztsPF0PPnKyTzvGE86jwfCZuAVmB9kJGF8xr1LoI_1TkbtMACOrQ37L-L/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0031.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;">CHINESE WATER DRAGON</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Just across is the <em>River Ecosystem</em> area, a series of three connecting tanks depicting a river ecosystem. Still part of the Freshwater Section, it features freshwater fishes from all over the world. Besides these, it also has a collection of unique reptiles such as <b>Chinese water dragons, Indonesian blue-tongued skink</b>, and a host of <b>snakes</b>.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="tropical-rainforest" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">TROPICAL RAINFOREST</font></h3> <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 title="Underwater World Langkawi Tropical Rainforest Cenang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Underwater World Langkawi Tropical Rainforest Cenang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSusj-Sc0zzxxIt5QfLXlMsPm1_51-vIVLSr3gNWnMBrKCqSox-RCPbQdohjH2dCmsLPdsFGoFaRZNXKF0bz70u4TuI7YLK4OT9nP3VibQfOiGTihcTBEnwxouVHoGZ8iTL97bI-eAcxSPeK5NcqPpaGgZz0-lKZwyXJk6v8qBfh9wAGFK3EPDS2lAXVna/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0033.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;">UNDERWATER WORLD LANGKAWI’S TROPICAL RAINFOREST AREA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Moving inwards, an open-air area simulating a tropical rainforest features pink <b>flamingos</b>—a favorite of Kid A—and free-roaming birds like <b>cockatoos, macaws, ruddy shelducks</b>, and colorful <b>pheasants</b>. Also, be on the lookout for cute <b>marmoset monkeys</b> scurrying above the trees.</p> <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 title="Underwater World Langkawi Flamingo Cenang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Underwater World Langkawi Flamingo Cenang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD8tSDC3a06UDi0HJ8346v3AMCoYiVz6WJawWC3FgiVD5AdemsPjNdBeM69SoT2h7vlLz6b2HRB2rb9Eg_whRJ2jZWsz0tulSG2mM0Bv5HcPICie9F1_4VBVhlXKRAfZGBZIHM9S7PeXvfct0b9UNTv7JckC1SyV_UYbCDgCD-nAuPo7Rviq6Dz37yYblI/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0013.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;">PINK FLAMINGOS AT UNDERWATER WORLD LANGKAWI</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Right in the middle of the rainforest is a massive tank home to gigantic strange-looking fishes that looks straight out of <i>Jurassic Park</i>—<b>knifefishes, giant gouramies</b>, and <b>arowanas</b>.</p> <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 title="Underwater World Langkawi Knifefish Arowana Cenang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Underwater World Langkawi Knifefish Arowana Cenang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpdGZOt5IPcc7EwQy46NmV-5bHgHJcbJlASE4prucMN1xa6GkEbyiChGPUFTDBhmnuZGHMdy5go8Wj0PD-0VQAHh1SArkJuoWhUu8PQrzsBxm0kWKdhkJP-uM5C0-GX0TsblXZ0Xfz7Z8fLKrJLkR3330CIeqWDqb1NqA1nDISFpeSQguQcf2SpzMKCPog/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0025.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;">HUGE JURASSIC-LOOKING FISHES AT UWL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="tour-break" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">TOUR BREAK</font></h3> <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 title="Underwater World Langkawi Pantai Cenang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Underwater World Langkawi Pantai Cenang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQUKbBFtCY9gax57ZX9NTgNjVINDtr07bfw2q5Sh95v8p38lMJqWwIomdm1OeFUb35nJhS9IvUji1e5FK2ta50jhnIjz0DGbfBI0unifm_2lmM8Ncpa3-INio7GC7of-SQqaHM1ptYUOLOkSP5mcXeXti00NqO4CgxZyBB34Rs4diH7JvBikaC5edPTvx0/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-P9-0070.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;">THE REQUISITE TOURIST SHOT FOR KID A</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The rainforest exits into the penguin area, which we have already explored. Then to a photo gallery where your photos are taken for the requisite souvenir photo at the end of the tour. A mini café, and finally, to the oceanarium area of Underwater World Langkawi.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="hexagonal-tank-tunnel-tank" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">HEXAGONAL TANK & TUNNEL TANK</font></h3> <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 title="Underwater World Langkawi Tunnel Tank Pantai Cenang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Underwater World Langkawi Tunnel Tank Pantai Cenang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_ngZHn_6FcR2dELIZq6BP_T3QvU5xcx9L7krgpcYOo1Ry3WlldqABbHgS8pcagOVwrvrVJcQOfEnfNtY10LrLFSH6D4tO86F5zhSTtoUGXpdp6P7ApCn3rrrHT9mPySJs4DF2dh91oHk51xq5_I8-U-uUYXY58ngOCWelmzB_9quVHWobLcmyXwQWoiBw/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-P9-0083.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;">A VIEW OF THE HEXAGONAL TANK FROM THE TUNNEL TUNK</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The largest aquarium in Underwater World Langkawi is their <em>Hexagonal Tank</em>. It is 70,000 liters large and is home to <b>black tip sharks, white tip sharks, huge manta rays, turtles, Pakistani butterflyfish, Madras snapper</b>, and an astoundingly large 600-kilogram <b>groper fish</b>.</p> <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 title="Underwater World Langkawi Giant Groper Fish Pantai Cenang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Underwater World Langkawi Giant Groper Fish Pantai Cenang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinw-Gi5d0k8lLSFI3jbiyKWJBtYZpQpVVi8YK443MIy4mtqZZ21Mt0jKKul1T6tTUjrI8znSvm_kFCY1QpnfqnlIuNmS4BLE_3LVhTBzFppwg2T8layXvcjmexaSQHjsV8MVPLXRaF6igYppZ5sa-Eyts2t5YumSVirqNgV5ii3rY-_nYvYlFOuhlnJWJ4/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-P9-0085.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;">THE BIGGEST GROPER FISH I’VE EVER SEEN</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>A <b>fifteen-meter long aquarium tunnel</b> cuts across the tank and from here, you can even see a sunken ship wreck. This, for us, was the highlight of Underwater World Langkawi.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="koi-pond" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">KOI POND</font></h3> <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 title="Underwater World Langkawi Koi Pond Pantai Cenang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Underwater World Langkawi Koi Pond Pantai Cenang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg78LtB8IzRBfUslglnIippAQf6qwzRmwSXN36j7y46K6UJeWmYzLdT2cVVzvHGJu8gAAlcDogpi-QlckzM08ZnxsbTgS4Wzi8rUhmJkFTyQRlL6qS9NSOhydssv5Eteq4iCHEyQU2dKoHhvV7QJBcLRm6WM170vSZJx9lNB04jUey8JTwWzJdhir11h-sy/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0071.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;"><span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">A BREATHER AT </span>THE KOI POND</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>After that intense experience, we were able to breathe out at the <em>Koi Pond</em> area—a small open-aired section filled with tropical vegetation, a faux waterfall, and a pond. Along the water swims numerous <strong>Japanese native carps</strong> popularly known as kois. There are also <strong>sultan fishes</strong> and <strong>chichids</strong>, although, to my untrained eye, I only saw kois, lol.</p> <center><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►EXPLORE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/06/langkawi-eagle-square-pantai-cenang.html" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>LANGKAWI HALF DAY TOUR</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="invertebrate-coral-reef-venomous-sections" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">INVERTEBRATE / CORAL REEF / VENOMOUS & POISONOUS SECTIONS</font></h3> <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 title="Underwater World Langkawi Prickly King Crab Pantai Cenang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Underwater World Langkawi Prickly King Crab Pantai Cenang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiF9u3av6B5QeUtytnqd0qg3thG94c6FOX9MD9BGTXmCU4ItlIJTpnsq19t9wGn7kpbSaqY5b5GbPoyqkQZO2xdi33FFZkAxYyijJecD32abYKlktgBMV9yM4dWpclI4NKEUdU6jj6N_2tKpVokNrnJnW_InAsXPTuHCLebaIY1PC48qGSfzfS3IbIOs96w/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0015.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;">SHELL OF PRICKLY KING CRAB ON DISPLAY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Before exiting, we passed through the final area showcasing sea invertebrates, coral reef fishes, and poisonous creatures. These are housed in smaller aquariums and display cases for taxidermized animals, which are no less interesting.</p> <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 title="Underwater World Langkawi Jelly Fish Pantai Cenang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Underwater World Langkawi Jelly Fish Pantai Cenang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUXC4p7mEsAdTNaAxeTOC6IOr6KMbNnq0LtPtZOeDpCyF4W-6JnKuaYYLzslSviQX8xLcjy7q4JDHHVELoGp63iylXsciuWGutjjz8cUSrgPQ3D2baA8yTpmVMcGMgHnhcnkoxDOJ7nRandU0Ze2q6QoIkno1vMM5omD9UnJh9pCBiffKHihfy1m8yVC5h/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-P9-0072.jpg" width="328" height="492" /> <img title="Underwater World Langkawi Nemo Clown Fish Pantai Cenang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Underwater World Langkawi Nemo Clown Fish Pantai Cenang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3biOjm88WA8FVqPxcj6zJg40Dh0wJ26YNDkXQYJvFmh5JnGYDvBF_VsasLcZFQLevXVwzVsyuan8IZl8uz5YdovwZrkOy8RTjBICjjV1S-7OQgAtuSrPzI2KvHPuTZ7dvr05oIkrPYIb655P1PgymgwWxm-s70lNBeF1MN7l6mpMUhW3ZbZIl26K71bQz/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-P9-0071.jpg" width="369" height="492" /></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;">A TYPICAL JELLYFISH DISPLAY AND OF COURSE, NEMOS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>And a favorite for everyone is, of course, the tank containing clown fishes or <em>Nemos. </em>I also dig the jellyfish area, which was quite psychedelic.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="souvenir-duty-free-shops" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">SOUVENIR SHOP & SHOPPING AREA</font></h3> <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 title="Underwater World Langkawi Shopping Pantai Cenang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Underwater World Langkawi Shopping Pantai Cenang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg_FkNnwvqTsgvg0EyywIX4W_H5jHP5KiwupeYJfG2VjooMUXs3y8UsRRSS_0HBfIADCXwaKstxBEAtVF_SIgrEhXWqfZii5xwVe2_2hA9cu892kK-e96v4QLpW4t6BsFPRBuEWq1Hkdl7r5jBd_tKJutzeXjOpX5G8DM7qUr7Un9k8-F5wrv3pG8qGHrH/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-P9-0089.jpg" width="369" height="492" /> <img title="Underwater World Langkawi Shopping Pantai Cenang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Underwater World Langkawi Shopping Pantai Cenang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJd5CJx0EKKB3WHy1vskRGXSEnFua1nNyycFP4CcBtmoQPtdpMkCWcwStorSraliJ2gMDIJgcSAGoglK9lA8F8AiaCABslYWby5C4vnjHn0oRUkE57T9S7fgG04pFGhpocdw91ykUjEnRvtfowvwmWFSGtyAFYH6G-hN87IVt8L5gu-S1hKW3rLSZS962F/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-P9-0091.jpg" width="328" height="492" /></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;">DUTY FREE SHOPPING AREA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Visitors exit through the Langkawi Underwater World souvenir shop and <strong>The Zon Duty Free</strong> shop. The whole of Langkawi is duty free, so you can find these tax-free shops anywhere. To be fair, even if it’s a tourist trap, The Zon is one of the more extensive duty free stores around Langkawi.</p> <center><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►EXPLORE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/06/pulau-payar-tour-langkawi.html" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>PULAU PAYAR LANGKAWI DAY TOUR</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="mcdonalds-langkawi" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">MCDONALD’S LANGKAWI</font></h3> <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 title="Underwater World Langkawi McDonald's Nasi Lemak Pantai Cenang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Underwater World Langkawi McDonald's Nasi Lemak Pantai Cenang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD8QjKvKgoec4Ku26pVlY7Q4MYUX8s8NxQUiJYQvGoUPrfPIMLhRPH5vcAvqxyEox9jQKXeG3l1wsi0FznGjpfOYrL3e2MfD81Wl0z3om6njF0Sc4pMqtqyWhqw26NMUnxEpO6mI0xvTBA9XMe8y50wzUoHJp_U2goDUuwlhTbHmWbnxmPWRxkaqNYNKSU/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-P9-0093.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;">LUNCH AT MCDONALD’S UNDERWATER WORLD LANGKAWI</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>And to cap off our tour, we headed to McDonald’s for a somewhat local lunch of <em>Nasi Lemak McD + Two-Piece Ayam Goreng Spicy</em>. Yup, they have <em>nasi lemak</em> in McDonald’s complete with spicy chicken and <em>sambal</em> to boot! <br /> <br />There’s also a Starbucks within the building, but we weren’t able to check it out, I wonder if they have iced <i>teh tarik</i> there too. </p> <blockquote> <p><font size="2" face="Century Gothic">~ BIG THANKS TO KLOOK FOR MAKING THIS TOUR POSSIBLE, VIEWS & OPINIONS ALL MINE</font></p> </blockquote> <br /> <br /> <p><img style="border-width: 0px; margin: 12px 10px 0px 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWT5E0CV4ici3LCXtFzu5_AMwpLa-yZqDcGkXqDc1YTXd5d3AyoHKaSzsMwUPDKVGR1r08iX2Vv6m1w9OOhN0BMQ6jFxggCGpIqB-TXoLXFd0eTfV-leK9cXsYZKNTrXvACuWsT23qxSrb/s1600/12.jpg" align="left" /></p> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">Underwater World Langkawi</font></strong> <a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/9259-underwater-world-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="1">► BOOK TICKETS</font></a> <br />Address: Jalan Pantai Cenang, Kedawang, Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia <br />Contact Number: (604) 955-6100 <br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/underwaterworldlangkawi/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/underwaterworldlangkawi/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.underwaterworldlangkawi.com/" rel="nofollow">Website</a> <br />GPS Coordinates Map: <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZrrmnRxx1KtjHcgY8" rel="nofollow">6.287708, 99.728583</a> <br clear="all" /></p> <center> <br /><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&city=16928" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>• CHECK DISCOUNTED HOTELS IN LANGKAWI •</strong></font></a></center> <p><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/search/label/BWAK+2023?&max-results=5"><img title="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGUd8PHLlNEbEy_8D5Q2UZKVEzn0W4uCiSKZopMkxyK7SFCf4i5dfcDCOXDgvSszzUH35LhZG6lNA4bbZ0HAXLzjYfEWhn4GHDkzAjTFfCAYrfRrsp1tGHbBNQgobdGK3a5wxGQR02-1fSTJ9dEIVowNe8jH6TmOoz1OR8XUC86ynxeXoK6s8yRcDxq33c/s1600/-%20FOLLOW.png" /></a></p>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-77962416128534595682023-12-22T00:43:00.000+08:002024-03-11T09:47:08.196+08:00MALAYSIA | MERCURE LANGKAWI PANTAI CENANG HOTEL REVIEW ~ WHAT TO EXPECT ON YOUR STAY<p><img title="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Hotel Review" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Hotel Review" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh-MgX80lIIUdIxCTnxl5lCX_wPndodmg5o4kKLIUXTXGHQNMSRkyFltfqTFi9F1VD2b58-Rhb4-6N-RLnYBrZWM1ND-Tld8oJRUihDUlQsfvdBZwY8lHScoWZowOPY-VUFCCLc6yZrdu3i06HLNgM3s8Mgz4nC3YJG5LpfndyAh430l8QghOMmik2juj9/s1600/20230727-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0004.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p>It was our third time in Langkawi, and this time we’re bringing our four-year old toddler along with us. Langkawi was the second leg of our month-long <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/08/backpacking-with-a-kid-2023.html"><strong>Backpacking With A Kid 2023</strong></a> trip. And our first stop here, Mercure Langkawi—a four-star hotel along the island’s famous Pantai Cenang or Cenang Beach.</p> <a name="more"></a> <br /><center><font color="#c0504d" size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/city/190-langkawi-things-to-do/?aid=824" rel="nofollow"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK DISCOUNTED TOURS IN LANGKAWI</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Blog Review</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS ~ WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/mercure-langkawi-pantai-cenang-blog-review.html#checking-in">Checking In</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/mercure-langkawi-pantai-cenang-blog-review.html#pool-play-room">Swimming Pool & Play Room</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/mercure-langkawi-pantai-cenang-blog-review.html#room">Our Room</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/mercure-langkawi-pantai-cenang-blog-review.html#toilet">Toilet & Bath</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/mercure-langkawi-pantai-cenang-blog-review.html#dining">In-House Dining</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/mercure-langkawi-pantai-cenang-blog-review.html#best-location">Best Location</a></li> </ol> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://skyscanner.pxf.io/rQzZGD" rel="nofollow"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>FIND THE CHEAPEST FLIGHT TO LANGKAWI</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="checking-in" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">CHECKING IN</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 title="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Lobby" style="border: 0px currentcolor; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Lobby" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMp7tY-d3doL19u4LQ79z47LezlibriwS8z1G_nTX2NsxSNTNMCh5ZQdW41P4b4FLo4hauO7wHg9Rz3tjjRY36kjZY1Fbdl222MZL9LRZXzOcLl5gwltmLNGdIxeKJOJN-0YrN3Q016pXbUlqFaWtLwC6DL8_8hqEiOgXYIFvQZCxJbB5jIsLNb8HMSjT-/s1600/20230727-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0011.jpg" width="433" height="650" /></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;">MERCURE LANGKAWI’S LOBBY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Straight from a very early morning flight from Penang, we sped directly to Mercure Langkawi from the <strong>Langkawi International Airport</strong>. It took less than twenty minutes before the Grab car we booked was slowing down at the resort’s driveway.</p> <center><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►SEE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>THINGS TO DO IN GEORGE TOWN</strong></font></a></center> <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 title="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Swimming Pool" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Swimming Pool" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2WXDwu5mU2poPFo4fHf37NHMC4-ioICHhTI0AdHBByW9eb2ovKkJHStD3_Pw3UHUSfO7eX7sjM6hjs0Amyu-IB_4d2xsMHHRwqVZbXCRwce-U_x6t5b2sHhyphenhyphenbpjLzstH6wA5hBLQnIUWX4leCH22F6yJrnH9V0fbvU6W8XP2lECUpmPe-Mqf_4xx-lJ70/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-P9-0024.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;">EARLY MORNING SWIM</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Since it was still quite early, like eight in the morning early, we expected that we probably would have to wait for our room to be available. Check in time was at still at three in the afternoon. Not wanting to waste time, we asked if we can use the pool while waiting, to which they quickly agreed.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="pool-play-room" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">SWIMMING POOL & PLAY ROOM</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 title="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Swimming Pool" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Swimming Pool" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfMM0EhIAOT3ZExA2a6iNyPhdBPxjBU38eYIWP0m34YX3HIkJ7VNA4Am47G2J5DymKjySqeORAofvlkfqSWkLjFaDB6jHeDX-z38AYlShOZ2Aw8H66vuy_iJ4D43k6yCQM9P-NHOqMerNYHEIJPjBak4i0njSk9dIw838E9vAo-M7axQ6-Q1WB0GGKBcgF/s1600/20230727-LANGKAWI-P9-0009.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;">MERCURE LANGKAWI’S POOL FROM THE RESTAURANT BALCONY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang has a huge outdoor swimming pool centrally located on their atrium. <br /> <br />We love how it has a sizable section for kids as our son loves swimming. The <b>kiddie pool</b> has a depth of about two feet, perfectly safe for toddlers. We also love the open gazebo besides it—it’s actually where we temporarily parked our luggage and bags as we swam the morning away. Our son specially liked the Jamaican cherry or <i>aratilis</i> tree beside the pool, particularly its small sweet fruits. <br /> <br />The <b>adult pool</b>, on the other side, is about five-foot deep and has a decent length, perfect for my daily swimming laps.</p> <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 title="Langkawi Underwater World Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Langkawi Underwater World Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbATT79Yj7ehaCF974t5AFNeSTj8xsPy5FPzV5-VxQsLZc1GLbryRfz_16WF0e0TZBtYt3tSLo_YPdc_L6bwi0Da8VRjt2b5SiUxf4t_ryF1HY6dxZMmfp7QT6G4e17Nf6JutOiTdHyroBztrTRl0K95u8YB5lWSaaikbyQu_1bgns98AfjYK_nSmmrMqq/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-P9-0052.jpg" width="348" height="523" /> <img title="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Facade" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Facade" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigH5U5gSMRTwk4_2XlzziXTZ4Vmpxq-7Sf6Dc5-OPirKdebiWMCR7rWi5arjWLPv-6HpueEbLHj3xSUIjNnHizF9RtJwEUqwlv1LMFDP75LIzzoWnAe0vVJf2LAPXTubfD8Ej0fxo9iYoEJpK08Du02qoV-8LgPLHRKU6we_68YPCRqb5mdZcW9Y5r-pqx/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-P9-0096.jpg" width="348" height="523" /></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;">EXPLORING LANGKAWI’S UNDERWATER WORLD BEFORE GOING BACK TO CHECK IN</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>After having had our fill of morning swim, we dried off, deposited our bags with the concierge, walked towards breakfast along the nearby restaurants, before heading off to the <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2024/01/underwater-world-langkawi-blog-review-what-to-expect.html"><strong>Underwater World Langkawi</strong></a>—which is just within the resort’s area.</p> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/9259-underwater-world-langkawi/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK DISCOUNTED UNDERWATER WORLD TICKET</strong></font></a></center> <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 title="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Play Room" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Play Room" src="https://drive.google.com/uc?id=1-6u8LlTcTnwuppFue0tiaYWWzRIpt-2Q" width="705" height="473" /></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;">KID A, AT THE PLAYROOM</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We returned to Mercure Langkawi after our underwater exploration and an interesting <em>nasi lemak</em> lunch at McDonald’s. Unfortunately, our room was still being prepared, so we headed off to the resort’s <b>Play Room</b>. As <strong>Kid A</strong> happily played with the toys, I immediately went for the soft chair and promptly fell to sleep. <br /> <br />Some minutes before 3PM, I was awoken by my wife, our room was finally ready.</p> <center><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►BLISSFULGURO POV: </strong></font><a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2023/11/mercure-langkawi-pantai-cenang-hotel-near-beach.html"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>MERCURE LANGKAWI</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="room" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">OUR ROOM</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 title="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Privelege Room" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Privelege Room" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0WgEtyhQB89PlWSQW4OkEjATJYHrosUfiGjrQlNukr3rdGkxP8BI9ifQtAO0Q1GqAHANMCDZeZkaMzh3cde-Ti_X-fBk1QlUXYxV0BZnJXtiZRCJRys8oN4eNrOzGJwxDJRR4Qi1KV3V9Ep0TiQMX5ToHxeH44sFpBmviy4ArE9t9RvwjEoreMSUjvbLc/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0080.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;">THE PRIVELEGE ROOM, OURS FOR THREE DAYS IN LANGKAWI</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We were billeted on Mercure Langkawi’s <strong>Privelege Room</strong> for three days. It’s actually one of the accommodations at the ground floor that has direct access to the swimming pool from the room balcony. Sweet. <br /> <br />The room is tastefully decorated in dark earthy colors splashed with a shocking orange headboard for accent. I love the compass print on the walls too.</p> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=30912683" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>CHECK DISCOUNTED RATES & AVAILABILITY</strong></font></a></center> <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 title="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Privelege Room" style="border: 0px currentcolor; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Privelege Room" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-v37n_5EmUbe_tC8UXFlGWE9pgV-iBOY_OIjUwY6NnQjRgEAzzb6i2daFY7XyGLA4LcFSrz6XFt4tTt2VWQnp3Azy5yaB7q1-98Gsh1dcl35xwjN27dVw8IWFuEg7ZHKOh4br4rVdh9ARsxofilEnld1Y9ygqtK8G3QMIfhbh_C8OWuIUh5LbfNNmjbyH/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0077.jpg" width="350" height="438" /> <img title="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Privelege Room" style="border: 0px currentcolor; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Privelege Room" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8dKPSl6jPUy-UEx2nFsgcRARsJwA75geHtHbvBSBnDIiaLYN8EokcNqM3rrZ33aAyv7kUjN9MW3JqBcqeB7a_O9MfaDkB0qBIzIYsLdPyLyMUaFfvVZGgIvAuOxnz6xQW_MNqd8PBfnkogqcDEdgYo6Kn3MG3kxsuJuQlER2DFJRDTFfaWDLTU-EZfppj/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0024.jpg" width="350" height="438" /></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;">LOVELY READING SPOT & COFFEE NOOK</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>On one corner of the room was an inviting couch with a faux rattan weaving paired with an ottoman. A cozy corner for reading, or in our case, <i>socmed-ing</i>, lol. <br /> <br />The coffee corner was also a delight for caffeine lovers with its <strong>Lavazza BLUE</strong> coffee machine and pods. A mini-fridge, perfect for our alcohol stash, was available just below it.</p> <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 title="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Privelege Room Balcony" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Privelege Room Balcony" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhv3XwmqpxfX6ZaeEWlAOZgCuAfjkPlgBtFE6-jTi4ldKp-N5LrOzEnJWbNN1lo0sh5_89_Zfc24L_SQK4kbrOfJH2pN7VHgdvGwl75TTic4tBiq2dClWfp5UFaI5hKf-GgTc7v-66A0c6eUA5j3k17dpwUQD1z7-jZdz1pkdjo3oWiLbwkJHEqujSIdm5C/s1600/847f1997-7601-420a-a1b1-c71c632ec660.jpg" width="705" height="472" /></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;">THE BALCONY HAS DIRECT ACCESS TO THE POOL ~ PHOTO BY BLISSFULGURO</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The balcony was where we spent most of our time in Mercure Langkawi, when we’re not swimming that is. Well, the two is somewhat connected, literally, since it opens straight to the pool.</p> <center><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►EXPLORE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/06/kilim-karst-geoforest-park-tour-langkawi.html" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>LANGKAWI KILIM KARST GEOFOREST PARK</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="toilet" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">TOILET & BATH</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 title="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Privelege Room Toilet & Bath" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Privelege Room Toilet & Bath" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPYvAPOiblzdNnhwe0-415jyxMVmpbfRLSNiGn4z_GwSKQH1fBQ9GZDNr0k6FIkAPo8EzmD1f95-VfyaxOgSb28TQxjm39mZETptOTctCXsmYprgegkNvwyuzNiIzODLin6nv2TeJv6boxD7v6Q_lWm1ByiYqvMkX5oYf5rQd6vW7KERuLnYsd9noyTnvg/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000B-0078.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;">SNAZZY TOILET & BATH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Accessed by a wooden sliding door, the room’s toilet and bath is really spacious. Besides its striking interiors—the hanging massive circular mirror against a blue hexagonal-tiled wall was quite lovely—I also appreciated the separate enclosures for the water closet and shower.</p> <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 title="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Privelege Room Toilet & Bath Filtered Water Faucet" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Privelege Room Toilet & Bath Filtered Water Faucet" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioHT4xwxYpl2_XucfhUwRIei-fmmsVEihFX7iL2TfxA0V0jb_KOsNKfu8HUfPVkaPLPd16o3251DfGiIMGQoWk8UDMI5vYAt8Q_kKPYW7RCuR2MucPLySWSFmseJClUclI9Qcjzocum4C8JYoJBXt55zHiuybRRTN1pqruf9j1dLBFgiH2NGbrwpMEse7S/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0026-B.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;">AN EARTH-SAVER, FILTERED WATER FAUCET</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>But the best part of their toilet and bath was their <strong>3M-filtered water faucet</strong>. Being an environment advocate, I highly appreciate how they’re reducing the amount of plastic water bottles hotels consume daily. I hope this becomes a standard for all hotels. And, of course, their bath soap and shampoo were also refillables from <i>Elemental Herbology</i>.</p> <center><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►EXPLORE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/06/pulau-payar-tour-langkawi.html" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>PULAU PAYAR LANGKAWI DAY TOUR</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="dining" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">IN-HOUSE DINING</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 title="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Lobby" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Lobby" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZHMKQmTvAkf-YmlmDC-AKzEXDMCbDuqNlULuhmeop7CIlz8nBpGAVjFqKPpbOnknbCpizRtsc46Jvbwpp_9QbDHjKXaSlMBWk-I3htXOnXZ6LL8b9FK2CEkWqjaoGGlO-i7_kuKC6z_4Kk7If0bpda6CeVTGxxDaHG0oa5e9LzOjClzYRBHYXClSSPndY/s1600/20230727-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0039.jpg" width="350" height="438" /> <img title="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Room" style="border: 0px currentcolor; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Room" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirSBKXuz1eDSqwN2aEFZm9lRW6OHDWKySXZGoa_2VfuJGEv1wgDXwGnmioCSI-y1CasiuEkexYmla25YwHqGqjLyvJyeoN-8UnTlIEkSPI1WoAy-7EZ40kW5bjcNv-NqbIqjkjAS8PNGDh9okndRK0nM6sX-SAeU1DJWhm5qjrAiJMo0XdRy8xDrL9Hetv/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-P9-0145.jpg" width="351" height="438" /></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;">CAT AT THE LOBBY & OUR EVENING DRINKS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Mercure Langkawi has a full-fledged restaurant at the upper level of the resort and a bar at the lobby. <br /> <br />While we really didn’t get to try their <b>99 Islands Lounge and Bar</b>—each guests are given a complimentary drink upon check in, by the way. We mostly had our evening drinks on our balcony, courtesy of the extremely affordable spirits available in Langkawi—the whole island is duty free. Hello, <i>limited edition Absolut Vodka</i>.</p> <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 title="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Rice Garden Restaurant" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Rice Garden Restaurant" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1n_idObm_t6GnOV26fL08G5k39ppf4RQDojMk7oikHO5fetikOLU1KUHuZJsgdYUJr9HKW75pxC624pP5uSlVDtl8SiW2Zr8Y74wt3qhV9EbyvHbpdYV8-_tCKcC9NfpHT6X3XKsLl3iwHH6GEnZ6YSlbQLOMM60OBXR9l12OPXm2W8IrgIgfjEoFRl7F/s1600/20230727-LANGKAWI-P9-0003.jpg" width="339" height="453" /> <img title="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Rice Garden Restaurant" style="border: 0px currentcolor; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Rice Garden Restaurant" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHmdv8dsm5jrSkZVU4_nI-exGSXotQgTOqwt_K-SAqpEy8ic40lgdaI5b9qGZjr6R0AViHf2LeesSIEV6CHorTfmW1L3x7Ge345OX8I4_O0i00hcjD8m2Hthvm0yAui01zkA_x6wpWS5B5DvSp7I2FnYdqgrR2ZaKPMJeGVANXj8QvdRt9v3eB-JUc524X/s1600/20230727-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0005.jpg" width="362" height="453" /></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;">RICE GARDEN’S SOPHISTICATED INTERIORS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><b>Rice Garden</b>, their in-house restaurant, was where we have our daily complimentary breakfast buffet. They serve a good mix of Western and Malaysian dishes on a really nice <i>art deco-ish</i> interiors.</p> <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 title="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Rice Garden Restaurant Baked Mashed Potato Quiche" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Rice Garden Restaurant Baked Mashed Potato Quiche" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhG4gsg6QqaDNngQPRbxJsnPTLPzIWskRT4gbl8b_fZJTCjZIXg_j_ki5eRJy5AKY5tfk2dJZWfqI-qOx3pJU5rcCXckzikfanw2BjdvAfbKlCgBjrUadwENZ4gdBcI9vZULNLAvAeEeumEdUVlt7lpVcb-kyvMedUcdlnuFOmpqr4yk7u1JHZpKlldJYSr/s1600/20230728-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0001.jpg" width="318" height="479" /> <img title="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Rice Garden Restaurant Desserts" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Rice Garden Restaurant Desserts" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZEbfJ28IbQtYpMZIyamangHyPgmNAopiM-TnejTXFm7LD6oq4p9bRuvnAedbA7CIg29gkNctemexte5JjTnMy_NZsF0aMGTDIBEbpTVLKDdQ2-lMz2X5JZBEBCb_u_KmVjeJPdTD9Z-rFvHYdtd7VZTvfz9INjLhLdPHmNUAUyNaIFiu45QqslfSt0QRW/s1600/20230727-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0002.jpg" width="383" height="479" /></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;">THE BEST MASHED POTATO & RICE GARDEN CAKES</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>While most of their dishes were good, the most notable one we had was, surprisingly—not our favorite <i>mee goreng</i> noodles—but rather, of all things, their mashed potato. Yes. Mashed potato. Rice Garden’s <strong>baked mashed potato quiche</strong> was simply the best mashed potato we’ve ever had. Bar none.</p> <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 title="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Rice Garden Restaurant Nasi Kandar Daun Pisang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Rice Garden Restaurant Nasi Kandar Daun Pisang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXNiDjaVbMwTpIEz6XuBxwqxyYcrRZX9ZhBR_Bkp3GL8OTWzHpJr9T45U_LYVPUok4JnmqykzVmb7UUb5q6ahIFMW1cvZ8uAU_xFZHFtwXe3LqMdEi1FVgFLiHig9o_UkSbFugZnR0nq4Q39-mIyIzsJNsl8DeEj1JrRO8FtyCGopO_K6C7rgnt1ixtmS2/s1600/20230727-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0010.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;">RICE GARDEN’S NASI KANDAR DAUN PISANG AT MERCURE LANGKAWI</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Aside from their breakfast buffet, we were also invited to try their <i><strong>Nasi Kandar Daun Pisang</strong></i>—a traditional Malaysian mixed rice meal set on a banana leaf. It consists of what seems like basmati rice, prawns, fish, beef, veggies, boiled egg, crispy <em>kropuk</em>, and a slew of side dishes.</p> <center><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►EXPLORE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/06/langkawi-eagle-square-pantai-cenang.html" target="_blank"><font size="3" face="Century Gothic"><strong>LANGKAWI HALF DAY TOUR</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="best-location" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">BEST LOCATION</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 title="Langkawi Pantai Cenang Hawker Food" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Langkawi Pantai Cenang Hawker Food" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVUl1auqrWpbhq1m4kEzxcVrGaMM8r0LtVvc7QDhXLDEB7RXr4Vxnm70I4UWPCyhGi9yGHlYJp7WttDfiEmPBO_nPDIpKyHQJncO6aq_qGWwIh_tR9srXRhlsfNZJVYk37ZyPaALinYQfX4-wvH363b3wLzWq3tHi8ZbieMGBP1-R7-c06HvpqbbQEiYIf/s1600/20230726-LANGKAWI-P9-0115.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;">HAWKER FOOD NEAR THE RESORT</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The best part of staying at Mercure Langkawi is its proximity to everything <strong>Pantai Cenang</strong>. It’s near restaurants and hawker stalls, grocery stores, and numerous duty free shops. it’s also within striking distance to utilities like self-serve laundry, and tourist spots like <strong>Underwater Langkawi</strong>.</p> <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 title="Langkawi Pantai Cenang Beach Bubbles" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Langkawi Pantai Cenang Beach Bubbles" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSEc2LmvN6Jzl65NNajZDt6rzqHVtYqPf3Enym8KY5Pu2xXcSxsmeJNlh5yYNG19H3lvtZ1smmRSqspiz7AT8M0CHJwmfmtZ0KZI6eaePO-r7mPm0LEQTLAgrVSz4B6WRVtOWfOfeZhKeWwnXkoWhSbD7X1g3mioP_hUQYsbMyDyrGLKAm67xb-00MsJl9/s1600/20230727-LANGKAWI-A6000S-0015.jpg" width="328" height="492" /> <img title="Langkawi Pantai Cenang Beach" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Langkawi Pantai Cenang Beach" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhx5n27sgHaVHKvKoJwzi873Gc4BMHfOJKud3mSPw2Pbq6YP-iShhyh3koxQaj0VP2_idv31nVXGkRU954mzhQG5gzOag8CleGHozYs7GK2qSOXkF7lb6JKXQxdaisPf-quczVut6wb6nPCRpUsvzKQsZC92OBRGsVNssks9xQCakFet2W0Bj-5etwMEnxg/s1600/20230727-LANGKAWI-P9-0020.jpg" width="369" height="492" /></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;">SPENDING TIME WITH KID A AND BG AT CENANG BEACH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>But most importantly, even if it’s not a beachfront resort, it’s literally just across <strong>Cenang Beach</strong>. This is where we spent most of our time in Pantai Cenang—from morning exercise walks, afternoon beach time, and relaxed evening strolls.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang Pet Policy:</strong> Unfortunately for pet lovers, Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang is not pet-friendly. It does not allow pets on its property.</p> <p><font size="2" face="Century Gothic">~ OUR GRATITUDE TO MERCURE LANGKAWI FOR HOSTING OUR STAY, VIEWS & OPINIONS ALL MINE</font></p> <br /> <br /> <p><img style="border-width: 0px; margin: 12px 10px 0px 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWT5E0CV4ici3LCXtFzu5_AMwpLa-yZqDcGkXqDc1YTXd5d3AyoHKaSzsMwUPDKVGR1r08iX2Vv6m1w9OOhN0BMQ6jFxggCGpIqB-TXoLXFd0eTfV-leK9cXsYZKNTrXvACuWsT23qxSrb/s1600/12.jpg" align="left" /></p> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang</font></strong> <a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=30912683" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="1">► ROOM RATES</font></a> <br />Address: 2500 Jalan Pantai Cenang, Kedawang, Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia <br />Contact Number: (604) 952-5888   <br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/MercureLangkawiPC" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mercurelangkawipc" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://all.accor.com/hotel/A3M7/index.en.shtml" rel="nofollow">Website</a> <br />GPS Coordinates Map: <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/74bmAu8Vtiv" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">6.359888, 99.704619</a> <br clear="all" /></p> <center> <br /><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&city=16928" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>• CHECK DISCOUNTED HOTELS IN LANGKAWI •</strong></font></a></center> <p><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/search/label/BWAK+2023?&max-results=5"><img title="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGUd8PHLlNEbEy_8D5Q2UZKVEzn0W4uCiSKZopMkxyK7SFCf4i5dfcDCOXDgvSszzUH35LhZG6lNA4bbZ0HAXLzjYfEWhn4GHDkzAjTFfCAYrfRrsp1tGHbBNQgobdGK3a5wxGQR02-1fSTJ9dEIVowNe8jH6TmOoz1OR8XUC86ynxeXoK6s8yRcDxq33c/s1600/-%20FOLLOW.png" /></a></p>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-53303473357679156742023-12-17T01:23:00.000+08:002023-12-17T17:31:44.987+08:00MALAYSIA | WHAT TO SEE & DO IN CENTRAL GEORGE TOWN<p><img title="George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPTo6kMcf9afm7cnequj43CJ8HEOqKQJRKtnUtB6EBDVPOcJb3l11ZOlltlUPD6IAJA-o9B8AZR-wSoeYkAnFGDSY6kBt7HpaO2HaBG705eSUwmNekRwmhKAgPyhnufyf3nCCzkyKG2vaMBpgjdR_KYGFFoz9f8J5jlH0Uf7hGjF8SXXCbn-3fPNy3SEcK/s1600/20170414-PENANG-A6000-0064.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p>George Town is Penang’s main tourist draw. Its city center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site—with its charming, old-world shophouses and handsome colonial structures. Its popularity with tourists skyrocketed in 2012 when street art and wall murals started appearing along its age-old walls.</p> <a name='more'></a> <br /><center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&city=16087" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>CHECK FOR AFFORDABLE HOTELS IN PENANG</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>THINGS TO SEE & DO IN CENTRAL GEORGE TOWN PENANG</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS ~ WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#understand">Understand Central George Town</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#getting-there">How To Get To Central George Town</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#street-art">Central George Town Street Art</a></li> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#ernest-zacharevic">Ernest Zacharevic</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#louis-gan">Louis Gan</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#julia-volchkova">Julia Volchkova</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#101-lost-kittens">101 Lost Kittens</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#penang-iron-rod-street-art">Penang Iron Rod Street Art</a></li> </ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#clan-jetties">Clan Jetties Of Penang</a></li> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#yeoh-jetty">Yeoh Jetty</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#new-jetty">New Jetty</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#lee-jetty">Lee Jetty</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#tan-jetty">Tan Jetty</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#chew-jetty">Chew Jetty</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#lim-jetty">Lim Jetty</a></li> </ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#museums">Central George Town Museums</a></li> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#batik-painting-museum-penang">Batik Painting Museum Penang</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#pinang-peranakan-mansion">Pinang Peranakan Mansion</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#asia-camera-museum">Asia Camera Museum</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#wonder-food-museum">Wonder Food Museum</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#penang-state-museum-and-art-gallery">Penang State Museum And Art Gallery</a></li> </ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#temples">Central George Town Temples & Mosques</a></li> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#kapitan-keling-mosque">Kapitan Keling Mosque</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#khoo-kongsi-temple">Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi Temple</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#penang-snake-temple">Penang Snake Temple</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#wat-chayamangkalaram">Wat Chayamangkalaram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#dhammikarama-burmese-temple">Dhammikarama Burmese Temple</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#arulmigu-balathandayuthapani-temple">Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#penang-old-protestant-cemetery">Penang Old Protestant Cemetery</a></li> </ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#historic-buildings">Central George Town Historic Buildings</a></li> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#malayan-railway-building-clock-tower">Malayan Railway Building & Clock Tower</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#penang-central-fire-station">Penang Central Fire Station</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#penang-city-hall-town-hall">Penang City Hall & Town Hall</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#fort-cornwallis">Fort Cornwallis</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#queen-victoria-memorial-clock-tower">Queen Victoria Memorial Clock Tower</a></li> </ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#parks">Central George Town Parks</a></li> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#penang-botanic-gardens">Penang Botanic Gardens</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#penang-city-park">Penang City Park</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#color-port">Color Port</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#mbpp-walkways">MBPP Walkways</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#komtar-the-top-rainbow-skywalk-gravityz">Komtar The Top Penang Theme Park, Rainbow Skywalk, The Gravityz</a></li> </ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#famous-streets">Famous Central George Town Streets</a></li> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#lebuh-king">Lebuh King ~ Little India</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#lebuh-armenian">Lebuh Armenian</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#love-lane">Love Lane</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#lebuh-chulia">Lebuh Chulia</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#jalan-kek-chuan">Jalan Kek Chuan</a></li> </ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#food-streets">Central George Town Food Streets</a></li> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#chulia-carnarvon-food-street">Chulia-carnarvon Food Street</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#kimberly-street-food-night-market">Kimberly Street Food Night Market</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html#new-lane-street-foodstalls">New Lane Street Foodstalls</a></li> </ol> </ol>     ► <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-tanjung-bungah-tanjung-tokong.html"><strong>WHAT TO SEE IN TANJUNG BUNGAH & TANJUNG TOKONG</strong></a> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://skyscanner.pxf.io/B0z6Mx" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>FIND THE CHEAPEST FLIGHT TO PENANG</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="understand" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">UNDERSTAND CENTRAL GEORGE TOWN</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 title="George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhykiMzLEmd40s1-1Ov1JEmO7QFB6nSv1zneT2DebmfuuxuV1Ezj7VWLLj0NE88mpunxBigd2CM0sUT-yveIe9TJFW1RC-s1LTjlPO-u0mOuxgB3gqjAM2tY6UpRYn4okCSEjNJeNU2W9lnPZy-Zmbyy3TyzF1b8Vhs-w3_uOM9G9GbhzIQZATK3C_gFmHQ/s1600/20140222-PENANG-D3000-0001.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;">A TYPICAL STREET AT GEORGE TOWN’S HISTORIC CENTER IN PENANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>George Town, which is almost always incorrectly spelled as Georgetown, is a city that encompasses the whole of Penang Island. Its center is Central George Town, which is subdivided into the Core Zone Historic Center, Buffer Zone Historic Center, Central Business District, and outer George Town.</p> <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 title="George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVUH_cS0vhhiTPfgciN78ee0wPxrCfRTEDc5e-mZzkMdAZmik7Wu0gzVXD3aLBM2Y6WVafApLMEQwQmdNUkKveq-wT89NpxHsqrCVSO8yqj9GJ_iJEpFtwRyfTHXBkXQQBaXtD9fbN9vSMI0z0jamzS03uAwwtRNNhNbwlPUwrTN0eihOTau10SqoyFTTA/s1600/20140221-PENANG-D3000-0005.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;">CENTRAL GEORGE TOWN’S CBD AREA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The UNESCO World Heritage part of George Town is actually only a seventh in size with that of Central George Town’s 19-hectare area. Located on the easternmost side of town, these are the Core Zone and Buffer Zone. Most of George Town’s tourist spots are located within this historic center, but there’s still a lot to see outside these two areas.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►HOTEL REVIEW: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/the-george-penang-hotel-review-blog.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>THE GEORGE PENANG</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="getting-there" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">HOW TO GET TO CENTRAL GEORGE TOWN</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 title="Taxi George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Taxi George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuACzWtNy2m0yhwwKMGpX1zentRodEHkzCKiM2zO2UsU9XtDIAL8u0aMPWjrD3-WKKK04BtXNy_2NYIERzujaqqDA9NGKxJ9c69FhljX0O6ZkfNZ9-y-vISf0HnxiIuv8BtBRCYyJo47uXC04WMPt9GWEOz45cVnzp_h73km-GlUqMg7zoEKioviS-QYop/s1600/20140222-PENANG-D80-0060.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;">GETTING AROUND GEORGE TOWN</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Rapid Penang buses goes to and from Central George Town with terminus at Komtar Bus Terminal and the Weld Quay Jetty Bus Terminal. There are also free CAT (Central Area Transit) Buses that loops around George Town’s historic core. Taxis and Grab Cars are also available in the city, so are colorful trishaws that you can rent for quick tours around the historic core.</p> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/city/65-penang-things-to-do/?aid=824" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK DISCOUNTED TOURS IN PENANG</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="street-art" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">CENTRAL GEORGE TOWN STREET ART</font></h2> <hr /> <p>George Town is famous for its street art, and it’s actually one of its main driving force. A lot of tourists go to Penang to simply pose beside these wall murals. One unique aspect of George Town street art is how it integrates real-world objects with painted ones.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="ernest-zacharevic" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">ERNEST ZACHAREVIC</font></h3> <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 title="Ernest Zacharevic Street Art George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Ernest Zacharevic Street Art George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpogs-2Ls-rYdJbup6LzNQLBj1Ea7yFU4sHym5evt973Wuy7157CD9ne1dSgKc7ZAp4xdkH3X6jgENo27k_rkRGW_5odR-ud3Rb5Wci_CRQnE6ObQU9qAk1mgNGiOgImLBeRYfNIE0AlqDZ6XXbTbCBWL1Tin2QDGnJFMGM99srUmfmChOJcdwaL28dCtH/s1600/20140222-PENANG-D3000-0011.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;">ERNEST ZACHAREVIC’S CHILDREN ON A BICYCLE, A PENANG FAVORITE FOR TOURISTS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>It was in 2012 when Lithuanian artist Ernest Zacharevic did <i>Mirrors of George Town</i> for the George Town Festival—six murals painted over parts of George Town that put Penang on the world’s tourist map. These include the now iconic <i>Little Children on a Bicycle</i> (Armenian Street)<em>, The Boy and his Motorbike </em>and<em> Little Boy with a Pet Dinosaur</em> (Ah Quee Street), and <i>Boy on a Chair </i>(Cannon Street).</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="louis-gan" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">LOUIS GAN</font></h3> <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 title="Louis Gan Street Art George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Louis Gan Street Art George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivGXC2JgrskM1e-HzUgrrbBc0xH6yrF9O5RJD8TXEMThRR4fWQzcQlxtnDcWt0nBMhyVSh6iyVmDabWtTFwi9QuZbhT_AxTRsNUsHpc4ov0X73KIHUluUjUTlW1iTkfLTW3YPNg3jO8drx2wHCNeewbwuRfSHkyy3ehuOoUfrJVHmCcSLeZr9YossORECt/s1600/20140222-PENANG-D3000-0066.jpg" width="329" height="492" /> <img title="Louis Gan Street Art George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Louis Gan Street Art George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmWUTVYxGH9V_W0wjUlJgQVR-pE0K_URJRBv7fbGk2fOF93uxJkvJh2alHvekv1Bv0Y76lTt0ckraP3gIEnCzC8Y2zKWqzdDx_b0_1D8a-OvNTMnUbxchroPafoRhepTzZn7ZE6-ttuzsKJQajZTJN4BVlPEyJLxyVHA5MLeM9wOgFvBrVxFV2-lydamjc/s1600/20230723-PENANG-P9-0077.jpg" width="369" height="492" /></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;">LOUIS GAN’S BROTHER & SISTER ON A SWING AND CHILDREN PLAYING BASKETBALL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>A few of the more famous murals in Penang is the work of a deaf-mute <i>Penangite,</i> Louis Gan. A few of these are <em>Brother and Sister on a Swing </em>(Step By Step Lane)<em>, Children Playing Basketball</em> (Chulia Street), and <i>Nostalgic Meal Order</i> (Kinta Alley). These works are within the Penang street art framework of mixing real-world objects with art.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="julia-volchkova" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">JULIA VOLCHKOVA</font></h3> <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 title="Julia Volchkova Street Art George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Julia Volchkova Street Art George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjf8zOtOZXAGXsuS3oZ3ATZu0ia4zLL4fw2prurrXy6m13xu4mrTnir8QgwRHZhLJaPapVlwPhJzyAiFK7WIcoTF3CH49K2Wo0i0blpbgqd8_IlZpcdGuG3bTwZPEhZV39DZbA7yNc3OtCj7XJMD7afY8FgdF05zWx2EqEZwztuYZJft-12TY429eTz61jE/s1600/Untitled-2.jpg" width="348" height="523" /> <img title="Julia Volchkova Street Art George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Julia Volchkova Street Art George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOjibZCTUANBgyv33UNffrj9FmO_MWzzrnksumAWbYwkTnA6pKpz30hsr1BidlbdbmrXIWHTkZdVTk7c5_IbV4PZSCXDPuMMjfgziDkMRyXc0ytn8_RJq_XnHqmfwfvswk1WFPQvq_Rvgf1zfXxB8agg9dXaAd_wLS_-JRriUHliObp-I9wKfidUEJU6C1/s1600/Old%20Indian%20Woman%20-%20Ah%20Wei%20-%20Flickr.jpg" width="348" height="523" /></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;">JULIA VOLCHKOVA’S THE INDIAN BOATMAN & OLD INDIAN WOMAN ~ PHOTO BY AH WEI FROM FLICKR</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Another prominent artist that has made it mark in Penang is Julia Volchkova. The Russian artist has done evocative portraits of Indian people. A few of her notable works in Central George Town are the <i>Old Indian Woman </i>(Lumut Lane)<i>, Indian Water Bearer</i> (Acheh Street)<i>, </i>and<i> The Indian Boatman</i> (Stewart Lane). A few of her larger-than-life work, standing two-storeys high, can also be seen at Balik Pulau—which is not part of Central George Town, by the way—are <i>The Old Fisherman, The Silat Master,</i> and <i>The Rubber Tapper</i>.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="101-lost-kittens" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">101 LOST KITTENS</font></h3> <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 title="101 Lost Kittens Street Art George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="101 Lost Kittens Street Art George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7SI27VDJdfdUHooOEdbJ7QeqAu_heInkWMA_K1e3B6J-LIAC8ANSZ8Ly0WCQJrtwJmb6FNABtROL052vWJU0360VViWtty19khwmTnfaBu9owzlrw8MpBSHB1_0Yd97_IH4WS61d8yM5Se79wlPvGyFNVwQvFKc-7PHpkvNqCOhfopOjoSH_Eap2L9w5L/s1600/20230723-PENANG-A6000B-0011.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;">ONE OF THE ORIGINAL TWELVE  101 LOST KITTENS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Painted by the group <b>Artists for Stray Animals</b> are a series of twelve cat-inspired street art and murals along the streets of Central George Town to raise awareness about the strays in the city. Some of the more famous of these are <i>The Real Bruce Lee Would Never Do This</i> (Ah Quee Street), <i>Cats Walking for Animal Awareness</i> (Beach Street), and <i>I Can Help Catch Rats</i> (Armenian Street).</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="penang-iron-rod-street-art" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">PENANG IRON ROD STREET ART</font></h3> <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 title="Iron Rod Street Art George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Iron Rod Street Art George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFradHPNB5NtSEg6iFmRv91_a2DhawzrShtgAGz0omkniGIjKfPGuFdzM5AmapaowCM4EWgSI9oTPwuawLH8KdgT4hGwlCVeAsIhwJfW2_B0RJFiBNPAbyNW5eQVwe0XtRUXiWf3Qa_iTey_qRAEZWn2x1Pf7TlwSrszaE0QxC-eTaJicEWLnJ2hhBVg_f/s1600/20140222-PENANG-D3000-0048.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;">ONE OF THE 52 QUIRKY IRON ROD STREET ART IN CENTRAL GEORGE TOWN</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Spread out all along George Town are 52 metal rod artworks depicting funny local scenes in the city. The rods are bent and curved to create outlines, <i>ala</i> comic caricature-style, and are created by KL-based art studio, <strong>Sculpture At Work</strong> in 2013.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►SEE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/manila-to-kuala-lumpur-to-penang-flight.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>MANILA TO KUALA LUMPUR TO PENANG FLIGHT</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="clan-jetties" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">CLAN JETTIES OF PENANG</font></h2> <hr /> <p>Located on the eastern part of the George Town historic center, along Weld Quay, are six jetties made famous by houses on stilts that stand beside its wooden walkways. <i>Pengkalan Weld</i> was part of a reclaimed area in the late 19th century and the jetties that jutted out of it were the product of Chinese workers employed along the harbor. Each floating village were named after the clans that occupy it.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="yeoh-jetty" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">YEOH JETTY</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> ALWAYS OPEN | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> FREE | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/L6uswkSq5u3YMGSj7" rel="nofollow">5.411309, 100.336646</a></font></center> <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 title="Yeoh Jetty George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Yeoh Jetty George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjWN1hVf0e7HWKdVzAYpqzd_xkWpcI-NPDiZPngiCQlXUVSI4Pzxz0b6ELR0QOW7Tm6RO2jokQHY_8PC69a8dlc3jxySDQ6OjdwlZ46WNj7-jkQwS_aCCRYTAl4wNa7yUEfrBh54CSFSNSZ0BI92iiLBcuCFgUcsxJJOY9jZaQrKfarommnbC2kjV47UPp/s1600/Yeoh%20Jetty%20-%20Google%20Maps.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;">YEOH JETTY ~ PHOTO FROM GOOGLE MAPS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The southernmost jetty from the bunch. Like most of the clan jetties, Yeoh Jetty is built during the late nineteenth century. Its structures are situated on the shallower portion of the sea and the pylons that support the houses can actually be seen standing on mudflats as the tide ebbs.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="new-jetty" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">NEW JETTY</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> ALWAYS OPEN | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> FREE | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/MCCn6PSqeyHC2T4f6" rel="nofollow">5.411632, 100.337222</a></font></center> <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 title="New Jetty George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="New Jetty George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq0D3MRrrQ6cWAP9-0uwZ7RfIYITSPnsQAWYmeFDHxyEtLMES7WLNoPxOjth2pwCRm4s1Yd9MwmyzIsDd4mHaP-RzbkCZXdFJIm2-OQqVYwc_dBrir1269oimzAlaM4UAKN8fiVT8C1f0TJg7hQrdWCY88yXdXJsdL6iQ3ge0lGTJNovSoVRV4R4lZEyPU/s1600/20170413-PENANG-A6000-0039.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;">A VIEW OF NEW JETTY FROM CHEW JETTY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>As with the name, this is the newest of the six jetties. Built during the sixties, it is also the smallest—sheltering only twenty two houses. It is also called the <b>Mixed Clan Jetty</b>, since the residents here are, well, composed of mixed clans.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="lee-jetty" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">LEE JETTY</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> ALWAYS OPEN | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> FREE | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/bL1is39u5GsbNHGa6" rel="nofollow">5.411941, 100.337788</a></font></center> <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 title="Lee Jetty George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Lee Jetty George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZrL051KemYjgcYrIKJ_bwBTMjKcmx5QHDETfxq-GhkYF4wRE33KuZATTdIvZOm42wRTHbbdIRm0EhfyfbZ0Zg1NVWrpuo-z3YYa1xHaOuvHYzkSK6YOGn43IzFXkh3RNCSEf_4z4H2z-hit9XGsPXyRxAHGk-mdZmaEUZhYrJAobYEfbZokXOtKl4mqyv/s1600/Lee%20Jetty%20-%20Google%20Maps.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;">LEE JETTY ~ PHOTO FROM GOOGLE MAPS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Built by laborers from China’s Fujian Province, Lee Jetty is the shortest of the six. This is one of the least commercial of the jetties and is best visited during the evenings, with its plethora of colorful lights and lanterns lighting the pier.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="tan-jetty" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">TAN JETTY</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> ALWAYS OPEN | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> FREE | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/p82dkMM332f8fxwm8" rel="nofollow">5.412383, 100.338600</a></font></center> <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 title="Tan Jetty George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tan Jetty George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiamd6Opp22ZFBVOe-5k21nJ42W0YWSc9tGqZLe70vvnBUof1JOAwajFpkhizYliISSA06HZyeHmdkI8nxc-SU5Al4GVEW-SeOFG1zN7JvD9kH_Yq1-qVpMmlvpeEo3RoWHjWmIoPJCcP2R7xFlSurbKzb3KpRFVl0tkN2cuj6J9hbxJqEjP_3IAu0JC6D/s1600/Tan%20Jetty%20-%20Google%20Maps.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;">TAN JETTY’S MAZU TEMPLE ~ PHOTO FROM GOOGLE MAPS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The Tan Jetty is unique to the other six as it is home to Chinese fishermen rather than descendants from <i>coolies</i> or laborers from yesteryears. It is also the longest of the six, with a railless wooden pier extending seaward and ending on a nondescript red temple for Mazu, the Goddess of Seafarers.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►SEE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/07/resorts-world-one-shore-excursion-penghu.html#penghu-tianhou-temple"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>PENGHU MAZU TEMPLE</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="chew-jetty" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">CHEW JETTY</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> ALWAYS OPEN | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> FREE | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/GzZFf4xAeyU6tajA8" rel="nofollow">5.412933, 100.339609</a></font></center> <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 title="Chew Jetty George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Chew Jetty George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAHRPEkjD4IBW_8HKOA9ysqypENWGAO_VOXJp03S2mryhvZ7oYCVLTRx79X482c7JC1eCZV1O8JQLyOQ1NOjtqMBpgBcRBB7ZTsMjCio_-9J16i5BwKG6GNlKm4qcxVMBZ0yf9FCUbkXoU6EHgYd0Jw2j9jAH4LTqDhkB3Yy3DYed6x4rqIvWWv0S2mzSw/s1600/20160418-PENANG-D80-0047.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;">CHEW JETTY’S BUSY WALKWAY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The oldest, most populated, and most popular of the six jetties, <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/malaysia-stroll-along-chew-jetty-in.html">Chew Jetty</a> is as commercial as it can get. Most of the residences that front its wooden path are now converted into shops, restaurants, and even lodgings for tourists. There are also a bit of street art that can be found on a few of the sea-worn wooden walls of its stilt houses.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="lim-jetty" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">LIM JETTY</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> ALWAYS OPEN | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> FREE | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/GGyPNjP6Ua4JqZjE7" rel="nofollow">5.413808, 100.341343</a></font></center> <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 title="Lim Jetty George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Lim Jetty George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_omfuwBGmzoka0_iNUrnOp7fjMrGpeoYyNAVSJikFi70-qA-deRjmzjOQ3DCO-mYa6XBHBJibjxrtgQe1smvWCdDwnh-BSwRZ3HAioKOFa3hsKi0aPjk19EaKd8V8ZYH5ycl-t50UMj9s5mStBUqwaxvynMURw6FYXD5b2r-yFdHWcwPMbXY_LXvwwVt5/s1600/20140222-PENANG-D3000-0051.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;">LIM JETTY, QUIET BUT STILL INTERESTING</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Rebuilt after being destroyed during the Second World War, Lim Jetty is the northernmost of the six Penang jetties. The families residing here migrated from China’s Hokkien Province during the early 1900s. Its structures are composed mainly of residences, without shops and restaurants for tourists, but no less interesting.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="museums" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">CENTRAL GEORGE TOWN MUSEUMS</font></h2> <hr /> <p>Penang has tons of museums catering to all walks of life—for kids to adults, from art to whimsical, food to religion, and random stuff, like, ghosts. According to Google Maps, Central George Town has no less than twenty museums to date. And for brevity, let’s just list the five most interesting museums in Central George Town.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="batik-painting-museum-penang" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">BATIK PAINTING MUSEUM PENANG</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 10AM TO 6PM, DAILY | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> MYR 5.00 TO 10.00 | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/he2p7ChDRoECqbWc8" rel="nofollow">5.414805, 100.337981</a></font></center> <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 title="Batik Painting Museum George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Batik Painting Museum George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbMxcV6c-Rt0rD46INIBXbocNdduACPMyxr5O161jAdkwviMR0MFr6XhE9Z7p6ENAVeg-G4KCMgVK6kafcHn25Dvxh-0DPgtYnBf9y8Q3y8QjYc8hRVmUCsXchthpip2GMDhe575Gh-Noj6MnOzEcTZu-uKITyhc5bO-9JSk61C09nP_sHZHCLqauIo-HT/s1600/Untitled-1.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;">BATIK PAINTING MUSEUM ~ PHOTO FROM GOOGLE MAPS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Housed inside an eclectic <i>Straits Settlement-</i>style shophouse, the three-story <i>Muzium Lukisan Batik Pulau Pinang</i> holds no less than eighty batik paintings done by twenty five Malaysian artists. Perfect for people who are into unique local art.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="pinang-peranakan-mansion" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">PINANG PERANAKAN MANSION</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 9:30AM TO 5PM, DAILY | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> MYR 20.00, KIDS ARE FREE | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/7tT7A1Q3UdwJTEvq5" rel="nofollow">5.417896, 100.341222</a></font></center> <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 title="Pinang Peranakan Mansion Museum George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pinang Peranakan Mansion Museum George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNZZEY0WGsNp7Ie1t-1rmdT3rUchZFoNTwyOPUCqOUgygtbZh703Y3c8Zo8SGeWFRzTn4V8V-hnamR_cQW3cS25B-rgiQIna0tgvoCiQLW8uztyT3U2RuqohHdKyLBs0FzeF9qlF8RjAgcYQwHyf0X-Qhqp16oshORyqZgTgQ323twKCyhFPS02j0k6COI/s1600/Pinang%20Peranakan%20Mansion%20-%20Supanut%20Arunoprayote%20-%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;">PENANG PERANAKAN MANSION ~ PHOTO BY SUPANUT ARUNOPRAYOTE FROM WIKIMEDIA COMMONS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><i>Peranakans</i> generally refer to people with mixed Chinese and Malay blood. And the grand fusion of these cultures can be seen on the numerous artifacts and the interiors of the Pinang Peranakan Mansion. <br /> <br />For a deeper understanding of Peranakan Culture, a visit to the Pinang Peranakan Mansion is a must. And since the museum was also featured as one of the <i>Pit Stops</i> for the sixteenth season of <b>The Amazing Race</b>, it’s also a must-visit for The Amazing Race fans as well.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="asia-camera-museum" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">ASIA CAMERA MUSEUM</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 10AM TO 6PM, DAILY | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> MYR 10.00 TO 20.00 | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/YEBqSp2dyzFRhdxdA" rel="nofollow">5.415469, 100.336775</a></font></center> <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 title="Asia Camera Museum George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Asia Camera Museum George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2LzqZORGRL22I3H_vXlUC60wdO5v3GXC377gE7s7b0hlMM7p8sVNq3O4Ppvp_oxVWfEyhxmpZW5uBQkA8H8X0eQfceN10nyfHc3llZuR_VVCmdx6mR4mm9VIOZpsItIjcWhMJ3EhkiiEIVjtvFmALUOSPbdu_SFzKVglPhqHjpZoxXCyW2cWJ8-sgxZfP/s1600/20140222-PENANG-D80-0025.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;">THE ASIA CAMERA MUSEUM</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/penang-camera-museum-georgetown.html">Asia Camera Museum</a> is divided into three sections—the <em>Dark Room</em>, where you can explore how to actually develop a picture from film; the <em>Camera Repair Workplace</em>, where you can get your hands on tools used to repair cameras in the sixties; and finally the <em>Camera Collection</em>, where you can actually hold hundreds of antique and vintage cameras and equipment. There aren’t many museums dedicated to cameras, so a visit is a must for photography enthusiasts.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="wonder-food-museum" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">WONDER FOOD MUSEUM</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 9AM TO 6PM, DAILY | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> MYR 20.00 | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/1JrPc6aH4M9n5QUz9" rel="nofollow">5.416321, 100.341192</a></font></center> <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 title="Wonder Food Museum George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Wonder Food Museum George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirxqrIbuSHzIBs8RPF5ujtafddeScJsefJ9xd39LvWQkXtiiqoJXZt1mcCQwV40Km90xhESWQ9ppGhAvgp2xu58bFE0o3FpPZqu4USyv5iRijaBir8yzjDWdHxSFYFr6j5-e9Y5W3NPNA6hQ5qwfKPiAErRb2VCI9NSKJZWhrbZaBH37lbvodR1U9H89oR/s1600/Wonder%20Food%20Museum%20-%20FB.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;">LARGER THAN LIFE FOOD AT WONDER FOOD MUSEUM PENANG ~ PHOTO FROM THEIR FB PAGE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Penang, being one of Malaysia’s culinary centers, of course has a museum dedicated to food. If you haven’t had enough of <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/penang-food-trip-malaysia.html">eating around Penang</a>, then delve into a playful world of food at the Wonder Food Museum. Here, oversized Malaysian dishes are displayed, ready for you and the ‘gram. But if you’re not into that, there are also more serious sections in the museum which explore about the history and heritage of Malaysian cuisine.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="penang-state-museum-and-art-gallery" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">PENANG STATE MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 9AM TO 5PM, CLOSED FRIDAYS | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> MYR 1.00 | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/CWUNyhGAfBjxTcri6" rel="nofollow">5.420446, 100.338654</a></font></center> <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 title="Penang State Museum & Art Gallery George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Penang State Museum & Art Gallery George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6Lq6fC9N1GCUEyYBZo2jNsJ-nNDX1YwQsw7HYNg208ANkJm-pSGop8B8iKK6gpfIBmdjjCG20mlYxSSmLoO8nFJ2UY8wvbPwX52RXGtzcdRdKBIiOEsh5vNItZ0vQxcIKBTURqT-Vqv0-4XxESSnN8-PUljyH5CLiBMfjv-DeZRK_dup2N6zxGd8Fb82E/s1600/Penang%20State%20Museum%20.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;">PENANG STATE MUSEUM & ART GALLERY ~ PHOTO FROM THEIR WEBSITE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Housed in a Malaysian heritage building, the Penang State Museum and Art Gallery has an impressive collection of modern and contemporary Malaysian art—from paintings, sculptures, photographs, and even video films and old maps. It also has a rotating gallery that features both local and international artists. For art enthusiasts, this is the museum to visit in Penang.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="temples" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">CENTRAL GEORGE TOWN TEMPLES & MOSQUES</font></h2> <hr /> <p>Central George Town is home to numerous temples. Malaysia’s multi-cultural facet is also reflected with the town’s diverse house of worships—from Muslim mosques, Burmese temple, Thai <i>wats</i>, Christian churches, and Hindu <i>mandirs</i>. There are probably a hundred worship places in Penang, and listed here are a few of the most interesting ones. Note that <b>Ke Klok Si</b>, the largest Buddhist temple in Malaysia, isn’t listed here as it’s really not located in Central George Town.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="kapitan-keling-mosque" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">KAPITAN KELING MOSQUE</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 5AM TO 10PM, DAILY | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> FREE | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/iBNWGhf4w924Vxb7A" rel="nofollow">5.416890, 100.337062</a></font></center> <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 title="Kapitan Keling Mosque George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Kapitan Keling Mosque George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXjCsx8JPTiXG-IhqVati8mj8Y9o1zo2QABNpts7JwsPhSJpvvZ-oj9w_wZH2-8cNSIvliRpM1ULF46n3FEhDCfR8JGCQ33VA3M6kskkWzFqElYi-kKn6xHsBYshE44kEup4k2C9RTMdtZxBX29U_CpKYfMI0ydlMwxDLvDKn1ccSL9E_YhrnF38iIenLH/s1600/20140222-PENANG-D80-0047.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;">KAPITAN KELING MOSQUE IN GEORGE TOWN</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Arguably the most popular mosque in Penang, <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/kapitan-keling-mosque-penang.html">Masjid Kapitan Keling</a><i></i> is a 19th century Indian Muslim mosque. It is the biggest mosque in Penang and sports an Indian-Moghal architecture. It features a huge central dome offset by two smaller ochre ones. A separate minaret stands independently off its left flank.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="khoo-kongsi-temple" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">LEONG SAN TONG KHOO KONGSI TEMPLE</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 9AM TO 5PM, DAILY | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> MYR 10.00 | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/YxuihWgBJKHxmJXm6" rel="nofollow">5.414482, 100.337416</a></font></center> <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 title="Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi Temple George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi Temple George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7WQfTVwthpfhs2bLtfetOqCOfcxdSaoTisxyOARxSKuXiZtSa9pQhF3OdV115Nd0SpcQ_Whi12TVs4XvzPwTcId6lMRUyI3wf34b2qC7iuSne3z8_UZ9q_bMCtD5OKPPl7uV4ZxwkrGFxT_nh5AaWKUgoHnrunorcjPuV17TGsryiJ17leb4-5KOet2N_/s1600/20161024-PENANG-D7000-0035.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;">ORNAMENTATION OVERLOAD AT THE KHOO KONGSI TEMPLE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The most ornate temple this side of Malaysia, the <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/11/superstar-gemini-shore-excursion-penang.html#khoo-kongsi-temple">Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi Temple</a>—or simply Khoo Kongsi Temple—is actually part of a Hokkien clanhouse clustered around a granite-paved square. It was built in 1906 for the Khoos—a wealthy Chinese clan in Penang.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="penang-snake-temple" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">PENANG SNAKE TEMPLE</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 9AM TO 5:30PM, DAILY | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> FREE | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/kZQAEFUTK2s8G64EA" rel="nofollow">5.314265, 100.285462</a></font></center> <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 title="Penang Snake Temple George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Penang Snake Temple George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjVqq8TvtOWYS8A4xr_jEn7kYEZsQD3YhFHQPo7WJloZuRDDQfnjDntcBicB-wcGP0yI49fMRcK7cx19uqCQ5QkK1aae_HLwBPTt8CKZZMgt-B8vlWrXCb_tebjouMMF73KtW0KePag7Ts9-TChSkqv66c1yzD1FnwoG8kbwfhtCofBtYK21B53S4XNUh2/s1600/Snake%20Museum%20-%20Wilford%20Peloquin%20-%20Wikimedia.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;">AN ACTUAL SNAKE AT PENANG’S SNAKE TEMPLE ~ PHOTO BY WILFORD PELOQUIN FROM WIKIMEDIA COMMONS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Also known as <i>Temple of the Azure Clouds</i>, Penang’s Snake Temple indeed has live snakes inside its halls, which the faithful believes to be the reincarnation of Master Qingshui’s disciples. It was constructed in 1805 and is home to numerous de-venomed pit vipers, among other snakes.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="wat-chayamangkalaram" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">WAT CHAYAMANGKALARAM</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 8AM TO 4PM, DAILY | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> FREE | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/1YoPqhBzonEr4hD86" rel="nofollow">5.431716, 100.313800</a></font></center> <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 title="Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh98J9-0vZfbYuPxyj-XDhYdo1BR8EV3eiV-l8bYpjUbATdUgipixhakmZtBc6VvjPEDxGp-XtVVxRD3JwTZBSyq-F475I6W0k4vRTud5ydnGlPGAdE1kMK93N70XgjnPgPI3bu8M3T53dV1dwf8vDKEHERvzss9Q9tA7ssjchxviJg7kJrVZymitjyO7qC/s1600/20140223-PENANG-D80-0079.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;">THE RECLINING BUDDHA AT WAT CHAYAMANGKALARAM IN GEORGE TOWN</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/malaysia-thai-burmese-temple-in-penang.html#dhammikarama-burmese-temple" target="_blank">Chayamangkalaram Temple</a> is a Theravada Buddhist temple built for the Thai community during the 1800s. It features one of the world’s longest reclining Buddha. Like most <i>wats</i> in Thailand, they also celebrate the festive <em>Songkran Water Festival </em>around this area.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="dhammikarama-burmese-temple" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">DHAMMIKARAMA BURMESE TEMPLE</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 9AM TO 5PM, DAILY | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> FREE | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/a8i7CmWLCifV15eC7" rel="nofollow">5.431095, 100.313967</a></font></center> <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 title="Dhammikarama Burmese Temple George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Dhammikarama Burmese Temple George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi8ilz3H6STOX9N5ztbe4Vd9I-BR7WsoBKdzLp4Vc6MXgdf-UT7gghnfk47w0s3xaDVnX-35xbsFJnq6LGbrHL8FsRcgbSnEreoKNWcTOvt6QFUgrbsLVNf3USW7RP142SZZ-tNOnlR1CarV85Hn457DCjF-aMlIlbTKECxDKtFalhQ4YsbzuVOyj3j9l2/s1600/20170413-PENANG-P9-0064.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;">GIANT STANDING BUDDHA AT PENANG’S ONLY BURMESE TEMPLE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Right across the Thai temple is the <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/malaysia-thai-burmese-temple-in-penang.html#wat-chaiyamangkalaram-penang" target="_blank">Dhammikarama Burmese Temple</a>. It’s also a Theravada Buddhist temple, but it is the only Burmese temple in the whole of Penang. Built in 1803, it features a traditional Burmese stupa and a huge Standing Buddha. The temple also celebrate the <em>Thingyan Festival</em>, a similar water festival that almost coincides with its neighbor’s Songkran Festival.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="arulmigu-balathandayuthapani-temple" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">ARULMIGU BALATHANDAYUTHAPANI TEMPLE</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 6:30AM TO 12:30PM / 4:30PM TO 9:15PM, DAILY | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> FREE | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/nMPRXcRPG98hbBCg8" rel="nofollow">5.432904, 100.295844</a></font></center> <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 title="Waterfall Hilltop Temple George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Waterfall Hilltop Temple George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWyLrifCc-dLK_87MW440YQUHPwSZmIAu9p7ZAsqPEttV5kg_0uOq8VdZ-NfCeG6ZXkBjs4Rm0-fal_18YV3cLZX1l0zGHFFPqzE06mua_XhcYeO3JsCnyX_PmK806Q7wzp1H-JYSm5ZDUeCAHwUoRn5fnI2MdLwcmzBwQ55wiZYMiATnE0_anx_Wxw7Fd/s1600/Waterfall%20Temple%20-%20Facebook.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;">THE HINDU WATERFALL HILLTOP TEMPLE ~ PHOTO FROM THEIR FB PAGE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Popularly known as the <i>Waterfall Hilltop Temple</i>, the Balathandayuthapani Temple is a Hindu <i>mandir</i> built on a hill top near the Penang Botanical Garden. With its seven-storey high <i>gopuram</i> tower, it is the largest Lord Mururgan temple outside of India.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="penang-old-protestant-cemetery" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">PENANG OLD PROTESTANT CEMETERY</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> DAYLIGHT HOURS | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> FREE | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/HoZHd1Wveu67vMsCA" rel="nofollow">5.422745, 100.333223</a></font></center> <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 title="Old Protestant Cemetery George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Old Protestant Cemetery George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijPxcvm1LRxgXBm57fQOg2TZT2TIjryldebn1YeIiTN_OvhbbQGfQ3O7mqnt86h1QL5E_jqvmKpn_DRew5UGQ7rtgF4QmNPsfn7cuK-Ap_z6uxq8TIuMXM2ZXZKtw4OvXrA5qqRiXuJ41yJx0l7qVu1Bmcq9bMsgckp3gMlVj5PXantA4eAPazu1V4Z95V/s1600/20160418-PENANG-D80-0052.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;">PENANG’S OLD PROTESTANT CEMETERY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>While not really a place of worship, the old Protestant Cemetery is an interesting and beautiful—in a somber way—place to visit when in Central George Town. Also known as <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/old-penang-protestant-cemetery.html">Northam Road Cemetery</a><i>,</i> it was established in 1786 and is a historic disused Protestant graveyard filled with ornate tombs and statues surrounded by a grove of fragrant frangipani trees.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="historic-buildings" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">CENTRAL GEORGE TOWN HISTORIC BUILDINGS</font></h2> <hr /> <p>With Penang’s colonial past, Central George Town is replete with stately government buildings. And even though the island has been bombed and strafed by the Japanese Imperial Forces during the Second World War, a few historic structures still remain intact.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="malayan-railway-building-clock-tower" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">MALAYAN RAILWAY BUILDING & CLOCK TOWER</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> N/A | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/uWaW4bqAfUeLyJbV8" rel="nofollow">5.415523, 100.342553</a></font></center> <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 title="Malayan Railway Building & Clock Tower George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Malayan Railway Building & Clock Tower George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_V7NSj_N6tW6_R4a0hmlvmoS9SNg6KqDHKimXDACE5NM14xJxnOCExZi0Esboecs-ITJI1kja1wdPHCE_6czkz3HwwXTnP3x0SzpATXdPsZGT6JWp-preO9xjgnmiW53bNJS54QdFZKl-0WgWZi4Ppn7sQt-hLWL_8MzEDWxvG6y4R62uHMe9CEdF_cJP/s1600/20230723-PENANG-A6000B-0040.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;">GEORGE TOWN’S MALAYAN RAILWAY BUILDING & CLOCK TOWER</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>One of the most imposing colonial era building in the whole of Penang, the Malayan Railway Building served as a railway ticketing station for people traveling via the Prai Railway Station. It is interesting to note that back then, people need to purchase their tickets here before taking a boat to the mainland, where the actual railway station is. Built in 1909, the Edwardian Baroque-style station is 73 meters long with a 45 meters tall clock tower with a massive two-ton bell.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="penang-central-fire-station" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">PENANG CENTRAL FIRE STATION</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> DAYLIGHT HOURS | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> FREE | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/HCVbbGqcgYzMrhP4A" rel="nofollow">5.415305, 100.339531</a></font></center> <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 title="Central Fire Station George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Central Fire Station George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_zIUivvdovZiSIE-MKmHrqE6apje-UHQlouNxaB5JAGOHl03-xmHIFK86pA7QrrE5iPE1fYji-myZH1Xd5tBpHg2gqh0FUfmcfZeIJ7DzOiwzB0o2sgdSK-BMRNrdv8BEQ0OroCZBKE_Nx2mmZQ1OYOvS__0MuNjsn5oCSgZ77Sw6SsA8Rh9CDX-oBq3w/s1600/20230723-PENANG-A6000B-0038.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;">PENANG CENTRAL FIRE STATION’S RED AND WHITE FACADE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Also built in 1909 is Penang’s first Central Fire Station. It’s a four-storey building painted in immaculate white with red highlights. It has a Classical cum Edwardian cum Mughal architectural style. Its ground floor has a mini museum open for visitors, and an actual fire truck where you can sit in.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="penang-city-hall-town-hall" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">PENANG CITY HALL & TOWN HALL</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 8AM TO 5PM, WEEKDAYS | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> FREE | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/YJ2FGHvtLeh5MCbp7" rel="nofollow">5.421417, 100.341545</a></font></center> <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 title="Town Hall George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Town Hall George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNHbAHYYUKaB2849Xz7OvJCMFFBG6NdT1v3uyrpMxdT2C3PlYRr7oaf0qh-pE6Ojdh6bwm-pMffdJ2jAX5JkPUyoGYHKFAtxhRMU_09pqrYFWUervmPRE_DJx88Ysu4RZ6CnPeRkV8OWAZMbvApGGjO-x8Ff8DUG0viSxm72xGwWDJe59JOuAw-8nZwcsj/s1600/20161024-PENANG-D7000-0122.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;">EVENING VIEW OF THE PENANG TOWN HALL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <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 title="City Hall George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="City Hall George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp3tfvix2I-vEmTYyDk6Jb7bPucPpqQJm6prLrx-OaKJN5rth-MjpIMKPaMWp_QsldNECKjpVEBJsCwQpFr5B31_C__tpo3Qotx-R9sZbQusFfnZ19781TG4tMWLgR8DVYU410TeSTlCVbhImtY6LaDqzLC6ekpDmxoGWf5lCxDX4PjalJcbZgKYK-HxHa/s1600/20161024-PENANG-D7000-0132.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;">THE LIGHTED FACADE OF PENANG CITY HALL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Located right next to each other are two of the most beautiful buildings in Penang, the Penang Town Hall and <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/11/superstar-gemini-shore-excursion-penang.html#penang-city-hall">Penang City Hall</a>. The Town Hall was constructed in 1880 while the City Hall followed 23 years later. Both have ornate Palladian and Edwardian Baroque façade.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="fort-cornwallis" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">FORT CORNWALLIS</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 8AM TO 11PM, DAILY | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> MYR 10.00 | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/WShr1e5CX6TEhD428" rel="nofollow">5.420425, 100.344560</a></font></center> <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 title="Fort Cornwallis George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Fort Cornwallis George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvmMyCO3slVQLi6pk2Qma90zlUDYVT5D2zrH5e2CL5wJCKsU_PDIaaA4t4N0uEBLP3lfM37PcdzNrVbFLHPGLvD5lvqTUhrAePuJ4K66tzqMXFTzUq8gVtARTTFQMcgbTOld1ez9t0phfas8IL7x0FwpLzAILR3pEVz7XrGNnl_jGYwqJPLMGqxQv_MyNP/s1600/20140224-PENANG-D80-0016.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;">FORT CORNWALLIS ENTRANCE ARCH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Penang’s Fort Cornwallis was built in 1786 when the British took Penang from the Sultan of Kedah. Its present form of brick and stone was finished in 1810. There are numerous cannons inside the fort as well as a 21-meter lighthouse—the second oldest in Malaysia.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="queen-victoria-memorial-clock-tower" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">QUEEN VICTORIA MEMORIAL CLOCK TOWER</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> ALWAYS OPEN | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> FREE | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/P3neFFCyPDKowcVE6" rel="nofollow">5.419362, 100.344265</a></font></center> <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 title="Queen Victoria Memorial Clock Tower George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Queen Victoria Memorial Clock Tower George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuXhvnEXWYxV9E1kSw9ez-wTVWr1krN1Lt4y4afGkU79eU2wkvak15Y6-hGD9dOfX3Xf8rWB3oVQLWbuRnKxp258crE5la0Hj5-2X_gfTNHADYgsNCLjZ74Obc2lXaRiA0eByy4lIyIPD3bxTef-JZrJ2bhzRIEi504-53tartWIdM7rPmMkB1csJWLVFO/s1600/20140224-PENANG-D80-0010.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;">QUEEN VICTORIA MEMORIAL CLOCK FROM THE ROTUNDA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Also known as the <i>Jubilee Clock Tower</i>, the beautiful Moorish-style thirty-meter tall clock tower was built to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria in 1897.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="parks" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">CENTRAL GEORGE TOWN PARKS</font></h2> <hr /> <p>George Town is located in between mountains on the west and the sea on the east. And in these are sprawling mountain parks, small urban pocket parks surrounded by colonial houses, and seaside promenades. One of the most popular parks in George Town is <b>Penang Hill</b>, this however, falls outside of Central George Town.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="penang-botanic-gardens" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">PENANG BOTANIC GARDENS</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 6:30AM TO 7PM, DAILY | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> FREE | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/k3u6aEUPZNqPZouf7" rel="nofollow">5.437729, 100.290684</a></font></center> <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 title="Penang Botanic Gardens George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Penang Botanic Gardens George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmaZbtccpFvCR00ZkD_nhEKGB7u-X6ef6FRjmI6LPYxN_G2gI016oe0pwj5DHSw9qv8V5GRDh_tZHgMvtRdAtukfuUaWs-mNdwn5gwK_XHqs7JlWZJaGo_HcRJbp4gn5sdbqSm0rIKWGEXohFEUfptRsgdBkWnVRY3Mp2ras49xeB-4SGjw7SrcM5nbl6m/s1600/Botanic%20Garden%20-%20Dr%20Htgoon.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;">PENANG BOTANIC GARDENS ~ PHOTO BY DR. HTGOON FROM WIKIMEDIA COMMONS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Established in 1884 from an old granite quarry by the same guy that supervised the <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2019/01/singapore-botanic-gardens-diy-tour.html">Singapore Botanic Gardens</a>, the Penang Botanic Gardens is located on the northern outer area of Central George Town. The 29 hectare garden is a popular spot for walking, jogging, and trekking. There’s also a 121-meter waterfall in the area, but it can only be accessed during organized guided tours.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="penang-city-park" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">PENANG CITY PARK</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 6AM TO 5:30PM WEEKDAYS / 6AM TO 7PM, WEEKENDS | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> FREE | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/QYWDaXBKi49XG1cVA" rel="nofollow">5.431677, 100.297277</a></font></center> <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 title="City Park George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="City Park George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlu2OdV-oSVyrqkdbGRd6JG5vKhKl9VVL9B_iiLGtElq_folSf8rt5ziWlHQMdMp5t2-SXZCRSpv3McgnOIhBjN_6aBXAUgRnJZPuZmfWzVocWEl3uHlTU1Y0ZLIcX_JWd7JuXc_WhYtSBevzBFn-CyKgxW-vQ47a9D0iiHpwlawZglA-cXsIwklfRidLZ/s1600/City%20Park%20-%20Vnonymous%20-%20Wikimedia.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;">PENANG CITY PARK’S PUBLIC POOL ~ PHOTO BY VNONYMOUS FROM WIKIMEDIA COMMONS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Located near the foot of the Penang Botanic Gardens, the City Park is a <i>Youth Park</i>. Opened in 1972, it has playgrounds, skating rink, outdoor auditorium, graffiti walls, nature trails, reflexology paths, and even a public swimming pool.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="color-port" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">COLOR PORT</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> ALWAYS OPEN | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> FREE | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/zXNMiQM2KtCGtJUb7" rel="nofollow">5.414610, 100.343263</a></font></center> <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 title="Color Port George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Color Port George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLXIOtAtHGtWfCeI9gwU4xsWAZRdozwm6b-YX_-hdjNRAqR9GNSm3LRA7GxG6WDRIqXcGdroSwAow7qnTYMXhtEGmvIX_OZrgVqLkEbwTlZSO0RAFxD_xwE7ATULVbi2ExeYtpvgbZYW7i_upRSU6mkm4laAReaEXf3ixkqusbzaIGhUmn4N49kXPwZf-6/s1600/20230723-PENANG-A6000B-0041.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;">THE COLORFUL COLOR PORT IN GEORGE TOWN</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Situated along Weld Quay is a colorful seaside promenade dubbed as the COLOR PORT. True to its name, it is indeed a colorful park designed to appeal to younger people. Besides playgrounds for kids, it has numerous food stalls, café, and shopping kiosks.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="mbpp-walkways" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">MBPP WALKWAYS</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> ALWAYS OPEN | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> FREE</font></center> <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 title="MBPP Walkways George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="MBPP Walkways George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFEycfGZ6CtwOmWw_MEJj0sjmmsto9DokuxJPyHApBF7JZuc355bGbGMsC5IbCPXl39rkPu7tYnKJLNnGygnIk0lmoIySUJSYzPr7gKuUIYBhMtrT8dytvUN8e509L-9EB3VoJL9dXJU7H91WmdOA_UE21C7fGypAhsQOm55zsX6oe7hLFEZ7wW7LykQqX/s1600/20230723-PENANG-A6000S-0048.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;">ONE OF THE MBPP WALKWAYS IN GEORGE TOWN</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>A project of Penang Island City Council, the MBPP Walkways are city alleys converted into bright and colorful linear parks in George Town. These areas are usually characterized with colorful paving blocks, poles, overhead umbrellas, and bright lamps.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="komtar-the-top-rainbow-skywalk-gravityz" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">KOMTAR THE TOP PENANG THEME PARK, RAINBOW SKYWALK, THE GRAVITYZ</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 10AM TO 10PM, DAILY | <strong>ENTRANCE FEE:</strong> FREE / VARIES | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/JPdnWKMVzQ1Cs5Qu5" rel="nofollow">5.413940, 100.330356</a></font></center> <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 title="The TOP George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The TOP George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMhysJGv8fymdUotwJ47IF7tE_0VPbklYBXEyMPdYI6dzMpWid6MZ43P4AZfxF7QOG0WKzFfwMq69pwjQlKPXPQvfWqaj9vORMakvM6Srmy82zrj5vtwDMdD8-cuROyLQA4SbdDDMV-_4gLKqdAwM39qHXCHvhgrSzdvGH3JgieOx2NNvqgjnaal8cd0pL/s1600/20230723-PENANG-A6000B-0001.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;">THE TOP THEME PARK AT THE UPPER FLOORS OF KOMTAR PENANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Located at Komtar Tower, THE TOP is an indoor kiddie theme park located at the upper floors of Penang’s transport hub. It has numerous rides, arcade machines, dinosaur park, carousels, 7D theater, and restaurants.</p> <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 title="The TOP Penang Rainbow Skywalk George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The TOP Penang Rainbow Skywalk George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilS31UWl3yr1OdIGporXEUv6afUta-cxo-gq68Kv6PANvca3j2Iq2d-3-nJeKDd_kzag-g3gyf6E6Td0suWCqIJOpmqJUteAs-NhgbKNiPcbzWazrR9_aXIA83cw5tuqu1KZCUZz8popjEDjyJ4fMIfXBXLduwjWqzNqhjWaa1hO1Sejn1Gy6javk3ay3O/s1600/Skywalk%20-%20Facebook.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;">PENANG RAINBOW SKYWALK ~ PHOTO FROM THEIR FB PAGE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>It also houses the <strong>Penang Rainbow Skywalk</strong>. At 248 meters high, it is the highest outdoor glass sky walk in Malaysia. The 16-meter U-shaped walkway looks over Central George Town, all the way to Tangjung Tokong, Pulau Tikus, Air Itam, and Penang Hill.</p> <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 title="The TOP Penang The Gravityz George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The TOP Penang The Gravityz George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsujp1cDEobKBVK400e57Dut2xmETQ9MCXotpd5mujcT5OpZ8SR-uMXw4lr-UV0ME3PmXJ6xOUmAr-edTgp0NetliriWa_dUg6C5aazeANXCY2sB42XbEQEBLpOLfQK2R_2v69HQoXNo1ZxZFvB0UVXu-PV7r8yWSJEHuY7NZN7C4e5avKIGVRwCaAHa8K/s1600/Gravityz%20-%20Website.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;">THE GRAVITYZ ~ PHOTO FROM THEIR WEBSITE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>There is no bungee jumping at Penang’s Rainbow Skywalk, but <strong>The Gravityz</strong> at Level 65, does offer a one-hour rope course challenge, elevated 239 meters above ground.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="famous-streets" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">FAMOUS CENTRAL GEORGE TOWN STREETS</font></h2> <hr /> <p>The whole George Town Historic Zone is famous, but some of its streets and thoroughfares are more famous than others. Here are a few of the notable ones.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="lebuh-king" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">LEBUH KING ~ LITTLE INDIA</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> ALWAYS OPEN | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/ngXfPuXtACF1CqWk6" rel="nofollow">5.417148, 100.339367</a></font></center> <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 title="Little India George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Little India George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0lIUHeWcJVbkcm8DXxyVfsJfjHo9YWIu2VUGfP7q4omOpww3InQNNLR4ZbB_yWN5gkj3kSpKIaSzTmeEBuEJ59lq2nViTCfgd9SJxoZE148cWWemjShXnP95U_ZGihKjmO2gK7CS-zVjAowWNi-tCeGXNrqlRR0zQrMMrQljgbnSGDczEPegs9fekdK0m/s1600/20140222-PENANG-D3000-0075.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;">A STREET FOOD HAWKER IN LITTLE INDIA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Part of Penang’s Indian enclave, Lebuh King is replete with colors from Indian stores selling scarves and clothes, distinct Indian music, the scent of numerous spices, and of course, delicious Indian cuisine. </p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="lebuh-armenian" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">LEBUH ARMENIAN</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> ALWAYS OPEN | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/R2y4V4GAxnYvbvQt6" rel="nofollow">5.415312, 100.337298</a></font></center> <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 title="Lebuh Armenian George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Lebuh Armenian George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_An52gbKhxTNCJgZ76HvKZDadNAmWcs8oPo8IeqXcpC5c-P8KH8x9QuYUqJwe-8Vo-PFYc7-Bzx0dNCVkFGwCShdI4-4KU_FDc6J_RWHjmmFL72lcXQzWG69GqvhCfI9agW7S-40wE5Q_PLG1fg0_mJeBcEBlnpE-cahBNqwikgZRh59TGGAIx_y0Ou41/s1600/20160418-PENANG-D7000-0015.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;">TYPICAL VIEW AT </span><span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">LEBUH ARMENIAN</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Famous for Ernest Zacharevic’s iconic <i>Little Children on a Bicycle,</i> Lebuh Armenian is one of the most popular streets in Penang. It’s home to ornate clan houses, colorful shophouses, restaurants, cafés, and museums.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="love-lane" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">LOVE LANE</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> ALWAYS OPEN | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/EZ6PkfHhcLFj5y9d8" rel="nofollow">5.419697, 100.337014</a></font></center> <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 title="Love Lane George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Love Lane George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixwqKdfz_EinvZKboSqKB_IW4ufx50B4b55Wd4xHPPU16itFhIzDYuD_hRzjr1nsK5wjNmiEB3K7kW5Wp5eAtpHYDc0SsPoVMmlzRDaynYIdH41gZWjDysJuQStPzaUCHV-HOJ7kJukyBUlB27dLa5t5V3Zd6Mwvz0x5xAnwT8r8INA44E1Pj_3DPZD5OW/s1600/20230724-PENANG-P30-0014.jpg" width="370" height="492" /> <img title="Love Lane George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Love Lane George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7xF1LkazSVTYD3EgsiLoq5ubQkEaGVBrNJDcTlBf9DnPGv5rDz7GeTQpEDGTdiAB4kQ7z2PoqBYh9bejm1ecXuRD3PtLWH0P5Ul6B53OOROF_D3Wher4v6YvIFGHxi4S1WKrKtTDnA2ehHYPXZIFjbxPXW8AJbwvrEmgASiPXhRHqqVGXGVAy38rH9nQn/s1600/20230724-PENANG-P30-0020.jpg" width="328" height="492" /></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;">LOVE LANE BACKPACKER AREA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The center numerous budget hostels in Penang, Love Lane is George Town’s backpacker area. Its corner at Lebuh Chulia transforms into a party street at night as bar crowds spill right into the road. The streets moniker came from its past as an area for brothels where rich locals keep their mistresses.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="lebuh-chulia" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">LEBUH CHULIA</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> ALWAYS OPEN | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/j8Edrs4esNPtQiCR6" rel="nofollow">5.418424, 100.336247</a></font></center> <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 title="Lebuh Chulia George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Lebuh Chulia George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGGVkopygAgBwNlI-C_UubQQTHILE284-_SP4K8PQf28uTWBLb_hB5ehvvUopeQgXhMtJQZnvhc53iqUX95yuibxuhXjnhwcJdNB7Ix6X60RHqkJIgFkQ7bkQLD89BywXE0xAA5VFzPoCRN2xYuZ2OJWts2Ymk-MYKSR_zUEvgs6FgtNKlJQkn6KL5LvSA/s1600/20230724-PENANG-P30-0029.jpg" width="348" height="464" /> <img title="Lebuh Chulia George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Lebuh Chulia George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCUWtm6rFEBuTZgR1XO-Zlp_U6fzFHXUF3u9CUF8L-jrFI6Eaxe_N1l9QN1RZelo7qGnC-0sIiXl2ACe1JS9ukJGleYdnYV6SziwbAAMpPtSZuxnotsZRE0JYx9RNG6I4cp27f5gksQTXKf-gYYEmEs58BmrqBxtfvFEQykMghuwQ11g-8EEuDT5TBFGeF/s1600/20230724-PENANG-P30-0008.jpg" width="348" height="464" /></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;">FOOD PLACES IN LEBUH CHULIA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Opened in 1798, Lebu Chulia is one of the oldest roads in George Town. It is a haven for foodies with its multitudes of restaurants, bars, and hawker stalls that come alive during the evenings.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="jalan-kek-chuan" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">JALAN KEK CHUAN</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> ALWAYS OPEN | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/KhAVuipC8V6Cxmby6" rel="nofollow">5.415311, 100.324863</a></font></center> <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 title="Jalan Kek Chuan George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Jalan Kek Chuan George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgUOV7kDyg7e82kYc9Ebs2wS06gWDSTUI0hoQqIYjSrREXv97DcziuJL7lPdRBTSF_sveXYDKsJcrJC5GwR_qPQeyX30lLknxfSo3b5IrJ2-DeZXIY8x8aSadNBakjMqgOVF8C0ZWznsfGWoFZRK_2gZcJktIRXx9Hv6PNVbJhujpx8IQ1cqFVgE6fFqp6/s1600/Jalan%20Kek%20Chuan%20-%20Google%20Maps.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;">COLORFUL SHOPHOUSES IN JALAN KEK CHUAN ~ PHOTO FROM GOOGLE MAPS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Named as one of the forty of the <i>Most Beautiful Streets in the World That Will Stop You in Your Tracks</i> by <i>House Beautiful</i>, Jalan Kek Chuan is host to colorful rows of shophouses sporting a uniform architectural design painted with the colors of the rainbow. The view is particularly beautiful and hypnotic along its sidewalk arcade.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="food-streets" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">CENTRAL GEORGE TOWN FOOD STREETS</font></h2> <hr /> <p>Evenings are special in Penang—select streets are closed to motorized traffic, hawker stalls start to open shop, and the aroma and smoke from various street foods starts to waft through the early twilight.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="chulia-carnarvon-food-street" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">CHULIA-CARNARVON FOOD STREET</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 4:30PM TO 11PM, DAILY | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/aAYcxUMu9WBV5cqH7" rel="nofollow">5.418028, 100.336227</a></font></center> <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 title="Chulia Carnarvon Food Street George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Chulia Carnarvon Food Street George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR2hnAJtCK0ho-ANYegm8ykTQvJV6CrGQHCOJw7BiNavljZUeCGVnk_fQ_bg-TFqcCj-g2xi6Ew3HyuyAIvB1YYZUpilGI9FpZ9mHMcq6pDDHknTb_iuCpfHyMoM1TjqT9jHMIrAP2QcYMaNe65sKllmpROllxbsMGz-wLoAyudwo1lrCchecrKsBL3_MM/s1600/Lebuh%20Chulia%20-%20Richard%20Lee%20-%20Flickr.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;">A HAWKER STALL AT CARNARVON FOOD STREET ~ PHOTO BY RICHARD LEE FROM FLICKR</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Formerly located at Lebuh Chulia, the OG Chulia Street Food has moved to an adjacent, less busy, Lebuh Carnarvon to ease the traffic on Penang’s main avenue. Some of the must tries here are the <i>Mother & Son Wantan Mee</i> and <i>Chulia Street Curry Mee</i>.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="kimberly-street-food-night-market" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">KIMBERLY STREET FOOD NIGHT MARKET</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 5PM TO 11PM, DAILY | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/UJD4fUc7xsW2cyfh6" rel="nofollow">5.416410, 100.332693</a></font></center> <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 title="Kimberly Street Food Night Market George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Kimberly Street Food Night Market George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIzjevzmMm9Z4XuGUFdOKyzV2JNm-aLVITlcHYsb2IQ9zm3EMH2N0pSgpWDdZXpxm2ckCzvQH33SSjhEK4oTtuzKrl-0Pj3ab1-ZJ4FiyUQgej_OqGNlU8YvaGh0i75ZCkE_TJozuoZvv99QHA9_PVPd2UlSpRbLs6zNYgGNs4YwJ0GvFZoaqMVLy2OT1K/s1600/20160416-PENANG-D7000-0061.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;">YONG TAU FOO AT KIMBERLY STREET FOOD NIGHT MARKET</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Located at Lebuh Kimberly, the <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/penang-food-trip-malaysia.html#LEBUH_KIMBERLY_NIGHT_MARKET">Kimberly Street Food Night Market</a> pop up hawker stalls vie head to head with permanent <em>kopitiams</em> along the street. The best dishes to order here are <i>duck kway chup, yong tau foo</i>, and <i>lok lok</i>.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="new-lane-street-foodstalls" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">NEW LANE STREET FOODSTALLS</font></h3> <center><font size="1"><strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 4PM TO 11PM, CLOSED WEDNESDAYS | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/DbgkS5JPMB1wipDe6" rel="nofollow">5.414825, 100.326521</a></font></center> <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 title="New Lane Street Foodstalls George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="New Lane Street Foodstalls George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1EMDndH2E0805r9Jbe3YCBdejGtgNlvZDW1ifjWox_iphcp0frZtsC87F0By6UYyz_U258qT2mWZJqUvJmi-ADCRrqH1QIkFpQMbtWyjoz-OPDDt0BxXlbbVz1_OBc-3r_QkXzQFxb5GtqBKoerwvOnVk1ifRQqs3ajtARoL_0qUp-nyjrdM3l7Cdm7ar/s1600/20230721-PENANG-A6000S-0032.jpg" width="328" height="492" /> <img title="New Lane Street Foodstalls George Town Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="New Lane Street Foodstalls George Town Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgCHHFqFAcgSp-EI4WR45ZuLER-Z0MUc1mQ6WJoukBe8C2dPitxHdpts7c-uHa9G6Xvhyphenhyphenv0wPQh5KNjFAKcjTF7Pi14V92U3-l9lR-7ByLYQ5_7gF_ekFmABl4GkkhMDW0zxoRB-t0ESQII-lp_gaRKfMfS0_jvdRqsV4lU8Fan-pQ1Hrj1jkLOJ8YWO7x/s1600/20230721-PENANG-A6000B-0017.jpg" width="369" height="492" /></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;">NEW LANE STREET FOOD STALLS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Lorded over by a three-storey tall mural of a boy lovingly eating his soup, the <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/penang-food-trip-malaysia.html#new-lane-hawker-center">New Lane Street Foodstalls</a> hawkers stall along Lorong Baru gets busy as night settles in Penang. Must tries include the <i>Charcoal Seafood Char Koay Teow</i> and <i>Hokkien Mee with Lor Mee</i>.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►EAT MORE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/penang-food-trip-restaurants-malaysia.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BEST PENANG RESTAURANTS</strong></font></a></center> <p> <br /></p> <p> </p> <p><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGN-vXol5pHyZKOhN43pvfwCEBSY76hzMiC4p5NlBzwZ4lRsUaNEBRVqqxAL-e3wrlNSOrAWnIvnNpjMjbneLGg3zWR0-6ApBWIqwC3yKMDF5Hhgrp1s-UNmF5BpRsMJ32PyD3vmpTwVW-/s1600/7.jpg" /></p> <p><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/search/label/BWAK+2023?&max-results=5"><img title="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGUd8PHLlNEbEy_8D5Q2UZKVEzn0W4uCiSKZopMkxyK7SFCf4i5dfcDCOXDgvSszzUH35LhZG6lNA4bbZ0HAXLzjYfEWhn4GHDkzAjTFfCAYrfRrsp1tGHbBNQgobdGK3a5wxGQR02-1fSTJ9dEIVowNe8jH6TmOoz1OR8XUC86ynxeXoK6s8yRcDxq33c/s1600/-%20FOLLOW.png" /></a></p> <br /><center><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/city/65-penang-things-to-do/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>• BOOK DISCOUNTED TOURS IN PENANG •</strong></font></a></center>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-51012550313731502522023-12-11T15:00:00.001+08:002023-12-17T12:10:22.182+08:00MALAYSIA | WHAT TO SEE & DO IN TANJUNG BUNGAH & TANJUNG TOKONG, PENANG<p><img title=" Things To Do At Penang’s Tanjung Bunga & Tanjung Tokong" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt=" Things To Do At Penang’s Tanjung Bunga & Tanjung Tokong" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSpw8qH_j8K7hUaaeIxZM312pOIPp0fVJ6lr8q0v1w8R4pldUG3L5p7kyQAdJbsCYVPMrdrpB3n8NIj6z9puH4yVrJDMCQxl5W4ajvPwI-XAXqiJ_zedaZ-MwtrFlXv-3ZBq-I0F3E8bBsSPLpIbY9eDRmdO_CYg7GH4zfWeGvEIAyP1yTNNcdJnq_Nj_K/s1600/20140223-PENANG-SGS2-0001.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p>When you mention Penang, the first thing that comes to mind, besides food, is the UNESCO World Heritage inscribed city of Central George Town—it is the state’s claim to fame. But Penang is huge, and there are other places on the island worth visiting, like the suburbs of <b>Tanjung Bungah</b> and <strong>Tanjung Tokong</strong>—both off-the-radar places for tourism that can be explored for a day, or even half a day. Perfect for people who’ve already ticked all the places to see in George Town or those looking for a side trip from Batu Ferringhi.</p> <a name='more'></a> <br /><center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&city=16087" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>CHECK FOR AFFORDABLE HOTELS IN PENANG</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>WHAT TO SEE & DO IN TANJUNG BUNGAH & TANJUNG TOKONG</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS ~ WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-tanjung-bungah-tanjung-tokong.html#understand">Understand Tanjung Bungah And Tanjung Tokong</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-tanjung-bungah-tanjung-tokong.html#how-to-get-there">How To Get To Tanjung Bungah And Tanjung Tokong</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-tanjung-bungah-tanjung-tokong.html#tanjung-bungah-tourist-spots">Tanjung Bungah Tourist Spots</a> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-tanjung-bungah-tanjung-tokong.html#tikus-island">Tikus Island</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-tanjung-bungah-tanjung-tokong.html#penang-floating-mosque">Penang Floating Mosque</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-tanjung-bungah-tanjung-tokong.html#tanjung-bungah-public-beach">Tanjung Bungah Public Beach</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-tanjung-bungah-tanjung-tokong.html#tanjung-bungah-market">Tanjung Bungah Market</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-tanjung-bungah-tanjung-tokong.html#pearl-hill-park">Pearl Hill Park</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-tanjung-bungah-tanjung-tokong.html#longest-malaysian-flag-mural">Longest Malaysian Flag Mural</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-tanjung-bungah-tanjung-tokong.html#college-general-seminary">College General Seminary</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-tanjung-bungah-tanjung-tokong.html#patricks-beach">Patrick’s Beach</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-tanjung-bungah-tanjung-tokong.html#pantai-beach">Pantai Beach</a></li> </ol> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-tanjung-bungah-tanjung-tokong.html#tanjung-tokong-tourist-spots">Tanjung Tokong Tourist Spots</a> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-tanjung-bungah-tanjung-tokong.html#tua-pek-kong-temple">Tua Pek Kong Temple</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-tanjung-bungah-tanjung-tokong.html#tanjung-tokong-beach">Tanjung Tokong Beach</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-tanjung-bungah-tanjung-tokong.html#tanjung-tokong-wave-breaker-viewpoint">Tanjung Tokong Wave Breaker Viewpoint</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-tanjung-bungah-tanjung-tokong.html#tanjung-tokong-world-war-2-relics">Tanjung Tokong World War 2 Relics</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-tanjung-bungah-tanjung-tokong.html#seri-tanjung-pinang-promenade">Seri Tanjung Pinang Promenade</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-tanjung-bungah-tanjung-tokong.html#straits-quay-mall-marina">Straits Quay Mall & Marina</a></li> </ol> </li> </ol>   ► <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html"><strong>WHAT TO SEE IN GEORGE TOWN PENANG</strong></a> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://skyscanner.pxf.io/B0z6Mx" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>FIND THE CHEAPEST FLIGHT TO PENANG</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="understand" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">UNDERSTAND TANJUNG BUNGAH & TANJUNG TOKONG</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 title="Tanjung Bunga Tanjung Tokong Penang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Bunga Tanjung Tokong Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-IxvrUIBy9a89uXD1QPyNoFR8ssVyw_EfMxhCBBoYaiZGa61N8UYXkezma9NvUdHgGorjhD_zmZzF-u9wqHRmHgepUnxWtdNTSMRtwhMrw2U4ipE-qOw7uoS9ON9eKBxVUJFX88YvxL_qm8OKvHmr0A2Mf5Y2dHVSmaYMsbr-ef1NAHYEh_wLobXLRKc4/s1600/20140222-PENANG-NEX5N-0011.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;">AN EVENING VIEW OF TANJUNG BUNGAH AND FARTHER OFF, TANJUNG TOKONG, IN PENANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><i>Tanjung</i> or <i>Tanjong</i> in Malay means cape, and these two eastern seaside towns are mostly upscale residential areas—home to most of Penang’s expats. <br /> <br /><b>Tanjung Bungah</b>, or <i>Cape Flower</i>, borders the famous beach town of Batu Ferringhi on its northern side. And right below it is <b>Tanjung Tokong</b>, or <i>Cape Temple</i>, which sits right beside the northern border of Central George Town. Both Tanjung Bungah and Tokong are suburbs of George Town City, which encompasses the whole of Penang Island.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►HOTEL REVIEW: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/the-george-penang-hotel-review-blog.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>THE GEORGE PENANG</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="how-to-get-there" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">HOW TO GET TO TANJUNG BUNGAH & TANJUNG TOKONG</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 title="Tanjung Bunga Tanjung Tokong Penang Bus Route" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Bunga Tanjung Tokong Penang Bus Route" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjydbuQ_aaV_xVCz2kiWr9fVJASgRQOUI2T1f5Msg3QQCnzezf43dqKWg6bSLAY_Eb1j6G9cnhqH5ilp8lZmMwmBsVrd1yHgIWMAwCbdsAJHSBIJ1Iw-49aFI7qTtkFmT7vUbEj-AfNcMQ0DjrsIQIAllT68y7IRNTLv3oEukXrDKwteGzuVp5q8eb963xS/s1600/20140223-PENANG-D80-0001.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;">RAPID PENANG BUS FOR GEORGE TOWN - TANJUNG BUNGAH - TANJUNG TOKONG - BATU FERRINGHI ROUTE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Besides hailing a taxi or a Grab Car, there are numerous public transportation buses that ply the main roads of Tanjung Tokong and Tanjung Bungah—Rapid Penang buses 101, 102, and 104—that goes to Batu Ferringhi up north, and Central George Town and Penang International Airport, down south.</p> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/city/65-penang-things-to-do/?aid=824" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK DISCOUNTED TOURS IN PENANG</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="tanjung-bungah-tourist-spots" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">TANJUNG BUNGAH TOURIST SPOTS</font></h2> <hr /> <p>Most of Tanjung Bungah’s tourist spots are located by the sea, but a few of these can also be found on its hilly western portion. For easier navigation, we’ll start at the northernmost part of Tanjung Bungah, going down south where its beaches connect to its neighbor—Tanjung Tokong’s—beach areas.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="tikus-island" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">TIKUS ISLAND</font></h3> <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 title="Tikus Island Tanjung Bungah Penang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tikus Island Tanjung Bungah Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4rKbsumF4yCRk1iOboI-Iy3M8rgRR3k3iYGo9TjW0hjIXMs7Guv4DmA6oS9eG3HvMzsPZx-I-5FPQm4zB_nSqdiTi6SwKjqX35qI2S3w9WUwftQMKWNpJ5vw4i-9-bC2IzbpB0WHrIN4611BS2VPAO9Kuv5Yjxf4p6VCEO-CHxU6JATvsotNfzongm7F6/s1600/20230722-PENANG-P9-0043.jpg" width="369" height="492" /> <img title="Tikus Island Tanjung Bungah Penang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tikus Island Tanjung Bungah Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibSdPLdj2pl5CvSejPBPaDFXrhysmnydiMvAUE5BpdXZSmlTEwg2yOrOs2oW9gl1P_4wjMJpZvrnl9lJIng_cSjZUW1k88hL2zgH5ZppwdkvQGiEenrYH3SzRjMjXtbE7oqFt0niA-NanCpE7qjRf4xfkGjiMxAz40vcgFRUYHFrYXkKuy3gd_DxiaRn2M/s1600/Untitled-2.jpg" width="328" height="492" /></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;">TIKUS ISLAND, TANJUNG BUNGAH ~ MAP FROM GOOGLE MAPS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>One of the first thing I noticed during our stay at Tanjung Bungah was Tikus Island, a small islet located almost a kilometer away from the coast of Tanjung Bungah Beach. It literally translates to <em>Rat Island</em>, not because it’s infested by rodents, but due to the collection of smooth large rocks that make up the island which vaguely looks like a profile of a rat when viewed from above.</p> <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 title="Tikus Island Tanjung Bungah Penang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tikus Island Tanjung Bungah Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqadnSm2npsEmdeLSrJiJfetoc9_sVUx_0DhbOnXzflDNIDlR75u22pZw-nnBqLXRBByW1WAksp3-xZ6KiyUQ-Y2tzJuO6cWynTbd31X8CRgicHGwhwb-CenBIE4GsDhRZ9E7NBn1EjFBfbYsAYifdOoMph9WwA5Hgq2cJJwbWyHC8WGxdnuROQXULh5Qg/s1600/Untitled-1.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;">PULAU TIKUS OR RAT ISLAND ~ PHOTO BY CMGLEE FROM WIKIMEDIA COMMONS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>There is actually a beach on the island and a tomb—the <strong>Shrine of Seyad Mohamed Kuddoos Oliyullah</strong>, a local Muslim saint, apparently. It is a proper shrine with a jetty leading to it. There’s, however, no regular boat service or even a tour that takes people to and from Tikus Island. Getting to the island requires a kayak, and these can be rented from the Penang Water Sports Centre.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="penang-floating-mosque" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">PENANG FLOATING MOSQUE</font></h3> <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 title="Penang Floating Mosque Tanjung Bungah" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Penang Floating Mosque Tanjung Bungah" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgayOAhBF2xM9lFjTJ-O7WHbWwMDIQubCW_slfq-rfydVf7euP7FAm8ABihjJ420bjRebFLtpgcwvRDpjlM5zsh7DGW0cOvZgMFo7Ts1e-_Bf0Bi2lBVsBh9wP_xfwmruWz94xXg8YEW3D2cp9Ck8L9k8OAcQkZ6bngsArhNVnIkC4e6RmJv960sehZ4Zb0/s1600/PENANG%20FLOATING%20MOSQUE%20-%20SHEBALSO%20-%20WIKIMEDIA.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;">SUNRISE AT PENANG’S FLOATING MOSQUE ~ PHOTO BY SHEBALSO FROM WIKIMEDIA COMMONS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>There’s the <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2014/12/kota-kinabalu-day-tour.html#floating-mosque"><strong>KK Floating Mosque</strong></a> and there’s <b>Melaka’s Floating Mosque</b>. Penang followed suit and built their own floating mosque right by the Straits of Melaka. Fronting a middle-eastern style façade mixed with local motifs, it has a seven-story high minaret and a <i>muṣallá</i> prayer hall that can accommodate 1,500 people. <br /> <br />Like other floating mosques in Malaysia, it’s actually built on stilts and only appears to float when the tide is high—and it’s even more beautiful when it coincides with the rising sun.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="tanjung-bungah-public-beach" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">TANJUNG BUNGAH PUBLIC BEACH</font></h3> <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 title="Tanjung Bungah Beach" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Bungah Beach" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguXOkix898Vq6slP2QLNRlQT8mWCvJydQr-iA5l9yxckAoM_XsQ2U9y-BLBnmOVpcQLLy728WWYv4Dxpqtqe5F7HuQCf_kWEM510jl-bMjkayDi8s2kKYgcaZYryAleOHoDfANS7wKqDYG0Nw5jm7mk0oCdNwnM3SukjN2m3Ju4WDc3KO1hLEakzgn_fjz/s1600/TANJUNG%20BUNGAH%20BEACH%20-%20SOUMYADEEP%20-%20PIXABAY.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;">THE EXPANSIVE TANJUNG BUNGAH BEACH ~ PHOTO BY SOUMYADEEP FROM PIXABAY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Before Batu Ferringhi became the go-to public beach in Penang, Tanjung Bungah Beach was <i>the</i> beach for both tourists and <em>Penangites</em>. It’s almost two kilometers long and has creamy white sand bordered by trees, posh condominiums, and mountains beyond. Penang’s Floating Mosque is also located on the western part of this beach.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="tanjung-bungah-market" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">TANJUNG BUNGAH MARKET</font></h3> <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 title="Tanjung Bungah Wet Market" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Bungah Wet Market" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4wbHmrZGIaPaKlY_EnyxSdWhR9NTjbRun-qetzLo2IP17UIBsHYkVFfL5Yi4UnpY4y_q4BOzfc4QfnzHHLslAZpImSqttyHOnuncIi_-A6tTHdLFWrG-AG6Uv1sqI80JetQUxDyTAXyRPRuIaZyd4IEVt_eAzkxqw2kdySeajcP2RqYZvq-Z7J1KJqqCX/s1600/20230722-PENANG-P9-0015.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;">MORNING SCENE AT THE TANJUNG BUNGAH WET MARKET</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The biggest wet market north of Penang, the Tanjung Bungah Market is a bustling two-story building housing a wet and dry market, and a hawker center. On Tuesday nights, the grounds surrounding the market transform into a night market.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►EAT MORE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/penang-food-trip-malaysia.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>PENANG FOOD TRIP</strong></font></a></center> <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 title="Tanjung Bungah Wet Market" alt="Tanjung Bungah Wet Market" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVxGpZagNuJeskSUetAe2CVVTbuA2VhyoeQpIy0353Rq3QaNKdfPKzw9LZ1D6-XS7XDpsq2GX2ZpgFegc0RxkZBHrL-Tf8jZmcFDRb4bw0dFTl2FrT6aU5UhoAsw47cd3n0u7Tvsrt4zkerC1sRVGbc7yznBrKghskPUzquP4IsDnKuTvHTVhIuXcm_1uM/s1600/20230722-PENANG-P9-0014.jpg" width="348" height="523" /> <img title="Tanjung Bungah Wet Market" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Bungah Wet Market" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyecFl7Bcjrm6eMrugrL4PejGZm4b3sUFaZs61JhDMUHupnAGFy2WcZN-0nShx8tW9YaDNBCIjlqbj73wHNUPkasJqyhwkXhiSREwxZwCsNQQe_W1AfUev41HgakVFNMe-eAcQmjT_yMFPnC7gy1hFtwTG3erxpY-zRGgZtpTudlN_9GJoJF2C6jUheU3R/s1600/20230722-PENANG-P9-0013.jpg" width="348" height="523" /></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;">INTERESTING FOODS AT THE MARKET</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The market itself is quite interesting, even for tourists, with its plethora of local foodstuff. I find their selection of fresh and dry noodles and <em>dimsums</em> to be remarkable. <br /> <br />Its hawker center is typical, but not that crowded. People recommend the <em>hokkien mee, hokkien prawn mee</em>, and <em>popiah</em>.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="pearl-hill-park" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">PEARL HILL PARK</font></h3> <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 title="Pearl Hill Park Tanjung Bungah" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pearl Hill Park Tanjung Bungah" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTUGTLPzeCQdA_WQmDz7LMxw_A-CHrMw59xp7nLpX5ycBAwWt-Xwvo8Obt8F6PvGlGRfgCS5KBcM3USY3ESSvVZmNlYYZRz1vObBP_aKCHklLM9J6bEumISllmtbi9LCXKFH2YsQXzzDfammG-5qpy_ABXUu2yq7jK5vF9ezfOGknbRtotqqLF_q6SdXLh/s1600/PEARL%20HILL%20-%20CMGLEE%20-%20WIKIMEDIA.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;">TANJUNG BUNGAH’S PEARL HILL PARK ~ PHOTO BY CMGLEE FROM WIKIMEDIA COMMONS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>For people who are into short hikes, the Pearl Hill Park is the perfect course. Elevated 222 meters, its looping trail meanders for about 5.3 kilometers with a view of the surrounding areas of Tanjung Bungah and the Melaka Straits. The hike is fairly easy, with paved roads that can even accommodate bicycles. Be sure to bring insect repellents though.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="longest-malaysian-flag-mural" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">LONGEST MALAYSIAN FLAG MURAL</font></h3> <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 title="Longest Malaysian Flag Mural Tanjung Bungah" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Longest Malaysian Flag Mural Tanjung Bungah" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHpYVXsTfHD57doEqUOBmXB17CMkdHqv88ehUE12AWvWbuDwniujix022iEIZbtnmrBEiY24ACUzICNL2S-IKGD8Itp6W3UGjooPvsXydAOEWzT60TAbB1Vjz70oT7MM2zjGj6t-GpMgj-pn1lQjwX6uo46ZxFiXHgcjfJ79cLrS82_Txzbpvun68J-Xdg/s1600/20230721-PENANG-P9-0002.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;">THE LONGEST JALUR GEMILANG MURAL IN THE WORLD</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Painted off the side of an elevated road along Tanjung Bungah’s main road is Malaysia’s longest national flag, the <i>Jalur Gemilang</i> or the Stripes of Glory. 541 meters long and 3.3 meters high, it was painted in 2003 by the Young Muslim Sports Club.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="college-general-seminary" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">COLLEGE GENERAL SEMINARY</font></h3> <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 title="College General Seminary Tanjung Bungah Penang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="College General Seminary Tanjung Bungah Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxyCF_bF6gNRNaCJoH70PDmauE7z-cEGN-GIdKO042FCWfFweDQQ8g6Y2FzoasjSNFo2pgnBI7vUSagyYwDZOB8feqkiH3NUREb2oQQ59cD0ZkB6H71AK0sksmYVNTFG25mqYWNVN6xYSp7lZi4gcrWSveg1ukHcvdPMA9Tf2t92aj-X-4518472xXH32_/s1600/02%20College%20General.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;">THE COLLEGE GENERAL IN TANJUNG BUNGAH ~ PHOTO FROM GOOGLE MAPS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Located at the foot of Pearl Hill is the historic College General Seminary. It was founded in 1665 in Ayuthia, Siam—now <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2015/06/ayutthaya-historical-park-tour-thailand.html">Ayutthaya</a>, Thailand—and has since moved to other parts of Thailand, Cambodia, India, and Melaka before relocating in Penang in 1808.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="patricks-beach" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">PATRICK’S BEACH</font></h3> <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 title="Patrick’s Beach Tanjung Bungah Penang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Patrick’s Beach Tanjung Bungah Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ6em_-xlMq2KkMuaKDBehfv6ExQr-cE3BGWT9TW0986y4Vw7JQKUmGYwyTttvswsQkka7kMJmqGwDMGQareRDxz-yUEMWobZCwmvi43gyckderjYdG7ByD8EXmMbJncTjWJvYYfMl_Ud_UpIiFhwPEK_xBmbrQIlNeXEz2kYA8GmwFLytKSOFBNUKRvyO/s1600/01%20Patrick%20Beach.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;">TANJUNG BUNGAH’S PATRICK’S BEACH ~ PHOTO FROM GOOGLE MAPS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Located beside the Penang Swimming Club, Patrick’s Beach is a pocket beach about 300 meters long. It is probably the least visited beach in Tanjung Bungah, good for those who abhor the crowd. It can be accessed from the main road through Jalan Abbas.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="pantai-beach" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">PANTAI BEACH</font></h3> <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 title="Pantai Beach Tanjung Bungah Penang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Beach Tanjung Bungah Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLQUiehryX7hiCMKQikYxu-CfYqny_2tSmTf-WX9EOBEfhk6LDKpcegSGoguKIhLY_xrzFNiPFdy0CGZqglc8Rce09SnwhZ0A9r0s_q1u3cT-P-hCeQQqHy0jzpuazkL4ulUUqJhv9t_xyQxrSeSQYcmtmFiw8Ux4jUX3B82o3-l3-Atu2YJNH8DtC0UjF/s1600/20230721-PENANG-P9-0008.jpg" width="369" height="492" /> <img title="Pantai Beach Tanjung Bungah Penang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Beach Tanjung Bungah Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPtIUiLT3nrAsBbTAnkIbmNPPq85WzDNH2d4ZoaA9ZPzu2jzP4016j3qYICpstZSMvuVZ0k-ueZu5TUfeVCo20wBWt5mUYhfMNafqPfaOd2CJjjbkWDRiP2A9d7F_w-G80mZaKPU8vy737AUtZgDL6NN4ABXy0TR52DlqTXoyLAtz9Gb_KajU_7Kauhyd8/s1600/20230721-PENANG-P9-0014.jpg" width="328" height="492" /></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;">PANTAI BEACH IN TANJUNG BUNGAH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>This beach is sometimes called <i>Mercure Penang Beach, Hompton Beach</i>, or <i>BoraBora Beach</i>—depending on which resort it fronts. On Google Maps, it is labelled as Pantai Beach, but <i>pantai</i> in Malay means beach—so, is it really named Beach Beach? I doubt it. Even though I have actually walked its 700-meter stretch, I still have no clue as to its official name.</p> <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 title="Pantai Beach Tanjung Bungah Penang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pantai Beach Tanjung Bungah Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjE9jyqXFtI9rUplsyTr6G7xJpSTR88NjmTGCwvk6vWFiwU6Y3TvEVG1tOwos-b52R0Y4PvniMmDeuSre5SOFqfTd4XeibsTYBopv3s9CkjV8caGEiQh9Us_K5AApa1pDOv_ueCMSk-J7dGl3C4BYeokA4mEPVFhqCPwMhiL4pgJvm_6gBSArFRnslzUKb/s1600/20230723-PENANG-A6000S-0001.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;">PANTAI BEACH’S NORTHERN BREAKWATER</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>It has the usual Penang cream-colored sand, but on its western side the shore is replete with shells, so bring proper footwear. The beach terminates on the east on the border of Tanjung Tokong’s Tua Pek Kong Temple.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►SEE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/manila-to-kuala-lumpur-to-penang-flight.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>MANILA TO KUALA LUMPUR TO PENANG FLIGHT</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="tanjung-tokong-tourist-spots" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">TANJUNG TOKONG TOURIST SPOTS</font></h2> <hr /> <p>Before glitzy apartments lined Tanjung Tokong’s coastline, it was once a quiet fishing village, and this actually can still be gleaned from parts of Tanjung Tokong Beach. It is smaller than Tanjung Bungah, and like its northern neighbor, its tourist sites can mostly be found along the sea. If you continue southwards, past its border, there are two famous temples, a <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/malaysia-thai-burmese-temple-in-penang.html"><strong>Penang Thai and Burmese Temples</strong></a>, and a famous hawker place, <b>Gurney Drive Hawker Center</b>, just past it, which are actually part of Central George Town.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="tua-pek-kong-temple" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">TUA PEK KONG TEMPLE</font></h3> <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 title="Tua Pek Kong Temple Tanjung Tokong Penang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tua Pek Kong Temple Tanjung Tokong Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMK3dTRbMX2JkSW0CmJLJeET8Rb_A18sPmghomOyBSHM2tWLBuhx8J5DHqsfg-VCNoNuYpr17ciwcHXDAdKfvEh2NmpW9Bx7T_ralOZPHZEXKW7wEiaonym8IPprifikYUIEbE-zQb48_TRlL12mZ5IuCzJXRfZMZnVB320_qhl0zL5j3kfxu6EX9Qgh6_/s1600/20230721-PENANG-P9-0019.jpg" width="328" height="492" /> <img title="Tua Pek Kong Temple Tanjung Tokong Penang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tua Pek Kong Temple Tanjung Tokong Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5LF23-GwxKfq3YSkl3luz73iu-Y1upjP-YV586ifsgK-aTjO5noZh9C0sPunxe9EFzqtRRrNGoPxfCLbA1K8xGO_tVN2kONWjfKe6WhTLuKfhU9cU8h06Ernd80TQP_3a65-PTplrPmN5-nJHaoUAoW3mCFUnz2YzyJAC065NXbUugPhxEjOs978qFUdK/s1600/20230721-PENANG-P9-0022.jpg" width="369" height="492" /></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;">TUA PEK KONG STATUE AND HILL ENTRANCE IN TANJUNG TOKONG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Tua Pek Kong is a Taoist deity that is believed to bestow spiritual guidance, wealth, safety, and harmony to its faithful. Tua Pek Kong, translated, literally means <em>Grand Uncle</em>. The deity is based on a Hakka clan Chinese that accidentally landed on Penang as he was sailing to Sumatra. It is said to be the source of Chinese migration in Penang.     <br />    <br />The first Tua Pek Kong Temple was built on the border of Tanjung Bungah and Tanjung Tokong after his death. And <i>tokong</i>, which means temple, is actually where Tanjung Tokong got its name.</p> <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 title="Tua Pek Kong Temple Tanjung Tokong Penang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tua Pek Kong Temple Tanjung Tokong Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCpx6W2aJ7zfX1XXpUw4LxNxv9NSrol9t47edOtGSOfiPfJfidXJfWdD2sHon0r9MbKkwL3QR8Q7FRscJJ0wo5ZENMHdQ5XcJsShX8ZWd5kf0SLUzerA2qa2rf-XOfu4qCUDgCTF6oF6GDzK9ymoxda1w9rEWxVGveRJNLWdwcKdvlQV8Bp_G1txHAcAUQ/s1600/20230721-PENANG-P9-0024.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;">THE TUA PEK KONG TEMPLE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The temple itself is not that big and a bit unremarkable, but finding his larger than life stone statue near Tanjung Bungah Beach was a bit of a surprise. I also saw a closed off stairs leading to a hill, probably a view point.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="tanjung-tokong-beach" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">TANJUNG TOKONG BEACH</font></h3> <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 title="Tanjung Tokong Beach Penang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Tokong Beach Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjybKzgXz7aOBJp3P6JUFYG-bR78zMB6bhiJkl3VXKecHWMkhTu-iolmXqqauuXElV6N4LhbSQ0F4hqfS5Ylald-1LXlR-EdD9Tg29dDEqf6oX6Aaxn3YU3nKmM4mq4On4KxinKoMtq_0Xv1tiMYXu0zrnAlJXSiU1pVf4yv1toa1EFqSENmltFzA2iUFDi/s1600/20230721-PENANG-P9-0028.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;">KOLEK BOATS ALONG TANJUNG TOKONG BEACH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Directly after Tanjung Bungah’s Pantai Beach and connected by the Tua Pek Kong Temple is the crescent-shaped Tanjung Tokong Beach. Littered by traditional blue and red Malaysian <i>kolek</i> fishing boats, it echoes the town’s origin as a fishing village. The beach has similar features with its neighbor’s and stretches for about half a kilometer before terminating on the Seri Tanjung Penang Promenade.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="tanjung-tokong-wave-breaker-viewpoint" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">TANJUNG TOKONG WAVE BREAKER VIEWPOINT</font></h3> <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 title="Tanjung Tokong Wave Breaker Penang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Tokong Wave Breaker Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqxju9cOG6pfCE0UsDQdTMPJmNSYXi0VLRlTSE4MQJWVPHTEUgtDgx3ZFcnrO0qgMMrXU4Oci2ShTBslC3CYYhXal4GA36lmPXfU1hfmmV9nwKnXN6vVX8O5_8stEM3aluSbRbeWqSPYaHbTSQUPe4iWSjAtTomxYd543O0QE4SuTcD3PNsgYvuNLOKBic/s1600/03%20Breaker.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;">THE BREAKWATER VIEWPOINT AT TANJUNG TOKONG ~ PHOTO FROM GOOGLE MAPS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Jutting out 160 or so meters out into the sea along Tanjung Tokong Beach’s western portion is the View Point Wave Breaker. Made from boulders, it is literally made to keep the waters along Tanjong Tokong Beach calm for the fishing boats that dock on its shore. It has also became a local go to place for a grand view of the two adjoining beaches.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="tanjung-tokong-world-war-2-relics" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">TANJUNG TOKONG WORLD WAR 2 RELICS</font></h3> <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 title="Tanjung Tokong World War II Relics Penang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Tokong World War II Relics Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgON6rauJgxVFx1yK_-oOH-Rrf3U0WsEKchNti4fTRsZXCZsLaO0P1K_myL6tUV0r7xpThbGtw0hF8TuAzQb9ZwvbbbKmcR3yBNLN87BQ7tHBDD96xc-MGQAkfEC_3a0JDG6EyTfE8lcGhGHvLiH7yFjD0Maww1_HQgGQ9bY5ZtUwbNqbekxB4tgx2UJQd4/s1600/03%20WW2.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;">WORLD WAR II STRUCTURES IN TANJUNG TOKONG BEACH ~ PHOTO FROM GOOGLE MAPS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Dividing Tanjung Bungah and Tanjung Tokong Beach are a series of small concrete structures—pillboxes, bunkers, and a three-story lookout tower—constructed by the British in anticipation of the Japanese invasion during the Second World War. Japan did invade and occupy Penang in 1941, but these structures remain, surviving the strafing and bombings on the island.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="seri-tanjung-pinang-promenade" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">SERI TANJUNG PINANG PROMENADE</font></h3> <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 title="Seri Tanjung Pinang Promenade Tanjung Tokong Penang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Seri Tanjung Pinang Promenade Tanjung Tokong Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4WO9vZW8NFFggCZO1iNhe_bJTwXaZTFpiPu6XXcDNe5OaMDgzjRgy0gxSrhT9XCV2JqMfPV7PRCmyF_ldxJIxm1R3Kc7DYHYQWo3j_tKMZylIIA8E82q7wlFvcVvRyBana5r83rNCVW-8B8ZpKaJZUYP-ZL2DA5NSC2SkH_aV45r1ETml3Y_3IVdTP6p4/s1600/20230721-PENANG-P9-0035.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;">THE NORTHERN PORTION OF THE SERI TANJUNG PINANG PROMENADE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Where Tanjung Tokong Beach ends, starts the Seri Tanjung Pinang Promenade. The park walkway follows the coast as it turns northward to the Straits Quay Marina. It then continues past the marina and the shopping mall, past a bridge that connects to the artificial island being reclaimed parallel it, and into City of Dreams.</p> <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 title="Seri Tanjung Pinang Promenade Tanjung Tokong Penang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Seri Tanjung Pinang Promenade Tanjung Tokong Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYEnkZgtJuuU0r6_SfqqxcR9FNNlhLR6l35ktQpYgXiwHFulSJyJ82t-QAUbJMj8SC222QTwF4jDT77Ho9hBfoMLpDMXOfXKhnXbTbTaib0_JtGFlkpOFIzIGqeW4rxjRwsqlw-_3E-x01aIX6Rn8-2mal2Wm-KtsKrrOZn5dBHmeoCKmZXa4PGCul0Luc/s1600/20140221-PENANG-D80-0006.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;">EVENING VIEW OF THE SOUTHERN PORTION OF SERI TANJUNG PINANG PROMENADE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>It’s about two kilometers long, perfect for walking and jogging. The view of Gurney, Georgetown, and Butterworth is particularly lovely during the evenings when the building are all lighted up.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="straits-quay-mall-marina" align="center"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">STRAITS QUAY MALL & MARINA</font></h3> <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 title="Straits Quay Mall Marina Tanjung Tokong Penang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Straits Quay Mall Marina Tanjung Tokong Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyuYqS0rfWPzFFpVOHKx0tsKMy7CXX1SvlND29pTu5iLD5lCBFNqYWkvzFkXdbCnbG9Irf0Uuskl0tqWRnQPMkPQsHoObC_c01KU-cods6ujuqxe9mwyOPm0s0Zxdz-7YYWQEgC5A6-BK1GWFuHW_CKFZjm2IdnDNgIwtbbfaxb1ufdf1dUL3Xg0TSyP6r/s1600/20230724-PENANG-P30-0001.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;">STRAITS QUAY MARINA AND MALL IN TANJUNG TOKONG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>A swanky mall with swanky a department store and swanky food places—<a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/straits-quay-marina-penang.html">Straits Quay Mall & Marina</a> is Tanjung Tokong’s twelve acres of swankiness. Managed by <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/eo-hotel-penang-review.html"><strong>E&O Penang</strong></a>, it sports a similar colonial era façade with the famous hotel. It literally has a hundred shop lots, numerous bar and restaurants, and even a performing arts theater.</p> <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 title="Straits Quay Mall Marina Lighthouse Tanjung Tokong Penang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Straits Quay Mall Marina Lighthouse Tanjung Tokong Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAKurw-JTdVHsNv2yDfsIRVVKPvqJ_QszGOxtxRgfJl6sBPLUYZ9zLokvQAlrgJFB0wlXCCzbZr91PQQZZoxE8F1BmLDAvR_4ifMraL9rv92cUdisqvf289vrP2Wt_5dr_BARZpQ-iShU4OaKIJYckwb8NRwwlqqRaij_JFL5LHJQPrTbKUpuYRcY39ZUf/s1600/20140221-PENANG-D80-0003.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;">STRAITS QUAY MARINA’S TOWERING LIGHTHOUSE AT NIGHT</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>It also has a proper marina that can berth forty boats and a towering seven-storey <i>faux</i> lighthouse that houses E&O’s visitor center.</p> <br /> <p><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGN-vXol5pHyZKOhN43pvfwCEBSY76hzMiC4p5NlBzwZ4lRsUaNEBRVqqxAL-e3wrlNSOrAWnIvnNpjMjbneLGg3zWR0-6ApBWIqwC3yKMDF5Hhgrp1s-UNmF5BpRsMJ32PyD3vmpTwVW-/s1600/7.jpg" /></p> <p><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/search/label/BWAK+2023?&max-results=5"><img title="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGUd8PHLlNEbEy_8D5Q2UZKVEzn0W4uCiSKZopMkxyK7SFCf4i5dfcDCOXDgvSszzUH35LhZG6lNA4bbZ0HAXLzjYfEWhn4GHDkzAjTFfCAYrfRrsp1tGHbBNQgobdGK3a5wxGQR02-1fSTJ9dEIVowNe8jH6TmOoz1OR8XUC86ynxeXoK6s8yRcDxq33c/s1600/-%20FOLLOW.png" /></a></p> <br /><center><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/city/65-penang-things-to-do/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>• BOOK DISCOUNTED TOURS IN PENANG •</strong></font></a></center>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-26040505689123725032023-12-06T15:00:00.001+08:002023-12-06T15:00:00.140+08:00TRAVEL COLLAB | 6 BEST THINGS TO DO IN THE UAE DURING WEEKENDS<p><img title="6 Best Things To Do In The Uae During Weekends" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="6 Best Things To Do In The Uae During Weekends" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbX8pvXc4mnTx0WwLPTEC6Fv_e6nm3Xa5YjMLnIsUwCq3m2Y8kBQZ-kC42hdhJEcet6IPmdC1I6lo-1IVCgyyQ7FP9KcMq_9SVWH-3sBP3ayukcM-EizAsFRaZJOCg4PVHliS74aspgglH9kCaSM7Ph4G4ARbedtWD5mYr2F7exXu-oyhExyoBafWWb-qL/s1600/00%20Abu%20Dhabi%20-%20Max%20Avans%20-%20Pexels.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p>Weekends in the United Arab Emirates offer a golden opportunity for locals and tourists to relax, rejuvenate and have fun. <br /> <br />The country's variety of attractions, including the <a href="https://www.yasisland.com/en/things-to-do/theme-parks">best theme parks in the UAE</a>, present incredible and fun options for people of all ages. Whether you’re spending the weekend with your family, friends or even by yourself, you will find something you’ll enjoy doing that will help you forget the challenges and stress you faced during the previous days.</p> <a name='more'></a> <br /><center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://skyscanner.pxf.io/4PxmKL" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>FIND THE CHEAPEST FLIGHT TO ABU DHABI</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>6 BEST THINGS TO DO IN THE UAE DURING WEEKENDS</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS ~ WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/best-things-to-do-in-uae-during-weekends.html#seaworld-abu-dhabi">Seaworld Abu Dhabi</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/best-things-to-do-in-uae-during-weekends.html#warner-bros-world-abu-dhabi">Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/best-things-to-do-in-uae-during-weekends.html#waterworld-abu-dhabi">Waterworld Abu Dhabi</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/best-things-to-do-in-uae-during-weekends.html#ferrari-world-abu-dhabi">Ferrari World Abu Dhabi</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/best-things-to-do-in-uae-during-weekends.html#clymb-abu-dhabi">Clymb Abu Dhabi</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/best-things-to-do-in-uae-during-weekends.html#qasr-al-watan-abu-dhabi">Qasr Al Watan</a></li> </ol> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&city=10182" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>CHECK FOR AFFORDABLE HOTELS IN ABU DHABI</strong></font></a></center> <p> </p> <p><strong><font size="4">TOP WEEKEND ACTIVITIES IN THE UAE</font></strong></p> <p>Below are the six best things you can do in the UAE during the weekend to unwind and enjoy your free time.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="seaworld-abu-dhabi" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">VISIT THE NEWEST THEME PARK IN THE UAE: SEAWORLD ABU DHABI</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 title="Seaworld Abu Dhabi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Seaworld Abu Dhabi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWE-iHzZkAlGPgrCBZ3KZvPtCVI7vYETwGQksE1HOmpeLVwWLK3THmZpDLaQwALR1C70pFKTZE841c7Rx16U60ckg6WsTyP0gIfPgI_QBj2IPiPr91FFDPVIGOUC14t8iy0vIb-uhBAt_JvlhM9Gj0XYh6rh7TxFUZac56zu1QQXheDAsW1BXftpetm067/s1600/01%20Seaworld%20Website.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;">SEAWORLD ABU DHABI ~ PHOTO FROM THEIR FB PAGE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Yas Island Abu Dhabi, the country's premier leisure and entertainment hub, recently opened<b> SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, </b>MENA's first marine life theme park. <br /> <br />SeaWorld Abu Dhabi is home to various marine-inspired <a href="https://www.seaworldabudhabi.com/en/explore/interactive-experiences-and-rides">theme park rides</a> and attractions, including the Manta Coaster, a roller coaster featuring the world’s first zero gravity flips and 17 airtime moments. <br /> <br />This new theme park also features dozens of interactive animal experiences and presentations and is home to thousands of marine creatures and different bird species. <br /> <br />The park is divided into eight realms: <br /> <br />● One Ocean <br />● Abu Dhabi Ocean <br />● Rocky Point <br />● MicroOcean <br />● Tropical Ocean <br />● Arctic <br />● Endless Ocean <br />● Antarctica <br /> <br />While here, take the time to visit <b>Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue</b>, the country’s first state-of-the-art marine research, rescue, rehabilitation and return center. <br /> <br />The center supports local, regional and international marine conservation efforts. It is also a leading knowledge hub that aims to educate guests about the fascinating marine life and ecosystems of the Arabian Gulf and how they can help protect and conserve these. <br /> <br />If you think you can’t explore the massive theme park in just a day or you’d like to return, consider getting a SeaWorld annual pass to enjoy discounts and other perks during your visits here.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="warner-bros-world-abu-dhabi" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">HAVE ENDLESS FUN AT WARNER BROS. WORLD ABU DHABI</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 title="Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicEa_hUBB6lR9SSqEu-vlatKzUJBzVO_KPDSTX5xiliffPzKi9AiAUd4_yWUEA09QqBS28-y7dTajGnRyvEocwFzL_ahX6Iw5rt_W3gLqK_NbcHztirBV0zLIl1H6cUNnJjYWe1LhxK0vgi7xobwhDDy58qETmdFoyahmJiB8r3KUUnq8I3CJDf1JoA-Zz/s1600/02%20Warner%20Bros%20-%20FB.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;">WARNER BROS. WORLD ABU DHABI <span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">~ PHOTO FROM THEIR FB PAGE</span></span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>With over 29 rides and attractions, Warner Bros. World<sup> </sup>Abu Dhabi is the ideal place to let your hair down and have fun on a weekend. <br /> <br />This theme park is inspired by popular TV and movie franchises, such as <b>Scooby-Doo, Looney Tunes, The Flintstones, Tom and Jerry, Superman, Batman </b>and <b>the Justice League.</b> <br /> <br />The park is divided into six lands teeming with family-friendly rides and attractions: <br /> <br />● Warner Bros. Plaza <br />● Bedrock <br />● Dynamite Gulch <br />● Cartoon Junction <br />● Gotham City <br />● Metropolis <br />● Harry Potter (Coming Soon) <br /> <br />Whether you want to ride a roller coaster, carousel, or drop tower, drive around in a bump car, or play interactive and arcade games, you can enjoy all these activities at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. <br /> <br />You save money when you visit here and the other attractions on Yas Island when you avail of their <a href="https://www.wbworldabudhabi.com/en/tickets/yas-island-theme-parks">multiple theme park offers</a>.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="waterworld-abu-dhabi" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">COOL DOWN AT YAS WATERWORLD ABU DHABI</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 title="Waterworld Abu Dhabi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Waterworld Abu Dhabi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTEb7xNnXhyphenhyphenLwAvqMU61WHs2gkyDn4gWdYhXutm5lIxTOHDOp_qaGO6GrCXXRprWE0xjD8vxcwGxtTlXdfatmwyoGxxUeNjIayDsA5ZZBAkQMCxY14gSLfhqpVd7yPBJbZkJ6yI7d1mamCYGkYX9b6rKro4JhY2850qafK6Of877CopACyHQ_rPV3BeNGG/s1600/03%20Yas%20Waterworld%20-%20FB.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;">WATERWORLD ABU DHABI <span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">~ PHOTO FROM THEIR FB PAGE</span></span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>If going to a waterpark is your idea of having fun, you’ll forget your worries and have a great time at Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi. <br /> <br />Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi is home to <b>40 water rides, slides </b>and <b>attractions</b>, making it one of the biggest waterparks in the UAE. <br /> <br />Based on thrill levels, the most exciting <a href="https://www.yaswaterworld.com/en/rides">amusement park rides</a> and slides you should try include the following: <br /> <br />● Bandit Bomber <br />● Bubbles Barrel <br />● Dawwama  <br />● Falcons Falaj <br />● Hamlool’s Humps <br />● Liwa Loop <br />● Rush Rider <br />● Slithers Slides <br /> <br />If you want to relax while cooling down, head to Amwaj, Yadi Yas, Al Raha River and Cinesplash. <br /> <br />For more unique yet enjoyable experiences, try the Underwater VR Experience and Pearl Diving Experience. You can also rent a private cabana to get some rest and relaxation in between trying out the park’s attractions.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="ferrari-world-abu-dhabi" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">FULFILL YOUR NEED FOR SPEED AT FERRARI WORLD ABU DHABI</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 title="Ferrari World Abu Dhabi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Ferrari World Abu Dhabi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidtG1zbzFI73-RxkssRUhWCy_Ep22jjz1vSAuVPZHNAPY0fiZRiM0Jyo55dvOspfIurIj8DGtFiye6R2A7g5HhpztK2j9aiRzD1KwWgGku3FQbNoegYmr_xdlF37uo7u3PQPlkZCP5cteA48GYYctii2Ukby3NQeV-fR5po2PlrzVKcDT8g_tJlS54qblQ/s1600/04%20Ferrari%20-%20FB.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;">FERRARI WORLD ABU DHABI <span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">~ PHOTO FROM THEIR FB PAGE</span></span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>If you’re a fan of fast cars and exciting activities, spend a weekend at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. <br /> <br />The <b>only </b><a href="https://www.ferrariworldabudhabi.com/"><b>Ferrari-themed amusement park</b></a><b> in the world </b>offers a variety of exhilarating rides and attractions. <br /> <br />The park’s fastest and most thrilling rides include: <br /> <br />● Formula Rossa <br />● Flying Aces <br />● Fiorano GT Challenge <br />● Turbo Track <br />● Turbo Tower <br /> <br />Ferrari World Abu Dhabi also has several interactive experiences and games that will let you have fun while delving deeper into the fascinating world of the iconic Italian car brand. These include: <br /> <br />● Bell’ Italia <br />● Benno’s Great Race <br />● Driving With the Champion <br />● Made in Maranello <br />● Mission Ferrari <br />● Scuderia Challenge <br />● Speed of Magic <br />● Viaggio in Italia</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="clymb-abu-dhabi" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">EXPERIENCE INDOOR SKYDIVING AT CLYMB ABU DHABI</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 title="Clymb Abu Dhabi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Clymb Abu Dhabi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieMgZ0io-sJ7dhojARfA8nbjh8i4gF2PniB5eWhlN7ph1V1RQnM6JGHyjPtSvPzN6YnKfVU_TlycGPVaydafBNI4rh1BYFlnUcw8BKjIgqw0WMsnps6qkIcOAxGItrslP6Q7SnQ62zSbgK-yOVMnMzSf32u7LLc12oJ1aI5HEcIRwgd2iLxMK6kER6MSEd/s1600/05%20Clymb%20FB.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;">CLYMB ABU DHABI <span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">~ PHOTO FROM THEIR FB PAGE</span></span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>If you’re looking for an adrenaline rush, tryindoor skydiving at CLYMB Abu Dhabi. <br /> <br />CLYMB Abu Dhabi is an adventure hub and the best place for <a href="https://www.clymbabudhabi.com/en/group-bookings/team-building">team building activities in Abu Dhabi</a>. It boasts the world’s largest indoor skydiving flight chamber and tallest climbing wall. <br /> <br />The <b>indoor skydiving flight chamber is powered by 16 fans, allowing you to enjoy the unique sensation of freefalling</b>. You can also perform any aerial maneuvers you know or want to try to maximize your experience. <br /> <br />You can try indoor skydiving even if you have no prior experience since all guests are trained by the onsite instructors before engaging in the actual activity. <br /> <br />While here, you can also try climbing the <b>tallest and first indoor multi-pitch climbing wall in the world – The SUMMYT. <br /> <br /></b>This massive indoor climbing wall features 13 challenging routes, which means you can choose how high you want to climb. You can aim for the peak, which is 42 meters from the ground, or any level you feel comfortable tackling.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="qasr-al-watan-abu-dhabi" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">LEARN ABOUT THE COUNTRY’S HISTORY AND CULTURE AT QASR AL WATAN</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 title="Qasr Al Watan Abu Dhabi" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Qasr Al Watan Abu Dhabi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgUJ7dRw9OeCigxzZmgStYjPpoqhagO0mFV5X8oN0IvysgrPxsRAPGXS49QzmLyJkcdmwVk9gpg4i2teQrdPtkItjOY-dKxtXkbKlRrYNHEbCJbY7cyWPUg91VtQpKdHQx8kcd4sIGyewmIZCewd_kjKi1DrsrKYKlD-7zQft99ocPt-JKc6DnA1ddG8Ct/s1600/06%20Qasr%20FB.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;">QASR AL WATAN ABU DHABI <span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">~ PHOTO FROM THEIR FB PAGE</span></span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Lastly, weekends are the perfect time to learn more about the culture and history of the UAE. You can do this by visiting Qasr Al Watan. <br /> <br />Qasr Al Watan is <b>the UAE’s official presidential palace</b>. It is located on the Abu Dhabi Presidential Palace grounds and features exhibits showcasing the country’s history, cultural heritage and legacies. <br /> <br />One of the main highlights here is the Qasr Al Watan library, which you can find at the Great Hall. This <a href="https://www.qasralwatan.ae/en/explore-the-palace/qasr-al-watan-library">public library in Abu Dhabi</a> houses around 50,000 books and rare manuscripts and documents regarding different subjects and topics from various eras. <br /> <br />The Great Hall is also the first zone you can explore upon entering the palace. While here, you can marvel at its features that showcase the country’s architectural and artistic legacy. <br /> <br />The other zones you can find at Qasr Al Watan are: <br /> <br />● The House of Knowledge <br />● The Hall of Presidential Gifts <br />● The Spirit of Collaboration Room <br />● The Presidential Banquet Hall <br /> <br />If you’re thinking about what to do this weekend, take a few ideas from this list to make the most of your time off from work and feel refreshed and ready to take on next week’s challenges.</p> <p> </p> <p><font color="#666666">~ WORDS CONTRIBUTED BY C. IKEDA, COVER PHOTO BY MAX AVANS FROM PEXELS</font></p>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-1310593294262984672023-12-01T22:55:00.003+08:002024-03-11T11:36:33.882+08:00MALAYSIA | THE GEORGE PENANG BY THE CREST COLLECTION HOTEL REVIEW<p><img title="The George Penang By The Crest Collection Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The George Penang By The Crest Collection Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3VryeBFM9mTHXKex4vSVYQRrg5zPL3-u_4ile0E2U1wbNyLR295xcOxwkHdBUk_LU5TmUTv2LH-fptSMxHg0h-GMKNd1Pb-mfCK-lgY2xVFPqO5U_mat2ysDRpA3mTWvvYWnldsiycxfnUtJtTaV1gjA4efPhdHvBzIOyMqnxTcmgdy2UCSAMMyKyn72g/s1600/20230724-PENANG-A6000B-0042.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p>We just had bowls of delicious curry mee—that’s just how it is when in Penang—and it was almost evening when we wended our way back to our hotel. Located right in the midst of George Town, warm lights now illuminate its handsome colonial façade, contrasting beautifully with the electric hues of early twilight. The George Penang, indeed lives up to its name, it really does look gorgeous.</p> <a name='more'></a> <br /><center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&city=16087" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>CHECK FOR AFFORDABLE HOTELS IN PENANG</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>THE GEORGE PENANG HOTEL REVIEW</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS ~ WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/the-george-penang-hotel-review-blog.html#about">About The George Penang</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/the-george-penang-hotel-review-blog.html#location">Superb Location</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/the-george-penang-hotel-review-blog.html#checking-in">Checking In</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/the-george-penang-hotel-review-blog.html#pool">Saltwater Pool</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/the-george-penang-hotel-review-blog.html#rooms">The Rooms</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/the-george-penang-hotel-review-blog.html#bar-restaurant">Bar & Restaurant</a></li> </ol>    ► <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html"><strong>WHAT TO SEE IN GEORGE TOWN PENANG</strong></a> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://skyscanner.pxf.io/B0z6Mx" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>FIND THE CHEAPEST FLIGHT TO PENANG</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <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 title="The George Penang Swimming Pool" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The George Penang Swimming Pool" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjl2BOO9T78SYewHpKfSolils4E8EXTW0H5guOQGLk-UFh3LBIArfnX2xlOp8-F72ef-px-mVBCf0Yp-24G1RGRCts0v_Wn_SN5Rd-PPFZrXPZEGuVWk67Z6IzJcleNpOhTXEmpWP2JoqDZ3M6dKo29Wj2BaMlUyO66D24Pl7Rgyr7T1-NR7IHEqvIQoAa0/s1600/20230724-PENANG-A6000S-0006.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;">OUR SON AT THE SALTWATER POOL AT THE GEORGE PENANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Penang was the first leg of our <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/08/backpacking-with-a-kid-2023.html"><strong>Backpacking With a Kid 2023</strong></a> trip. We’re actually spending eight days on the island state, but most of these were at Blissfulguro’s aunt and uncle at the suburbs of <em>Tanjung Bungah</em>.</p> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/city/65-penang-things-to-do/?aid=824" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK DISCOUNTED TOURS IN PENANG</strong></font></a></center> <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 title="The George Penang Lobby Interior" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The George Penang Lobby Interior" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRX3npoFWBnvTsezxked7XxV5LJYNcJmDjQgVSXQ98Ima9ipGBKD476CdARVcuStCK1i-8yy5zHXWkL-hY2Ngb0rXLahrYOcw7pBMum9IC9zZpI8psXqDoYeDdkByzKDOQqlO2rkW18U7FMd3NA4V3MplATaN15XjzNb7Yx2xLhYz1zysL_pNiMhrmaGjX/s1600/20230724-PENANG-A6000S-0004.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;">THE GEORGE PENANG BY THE CREST COLLECTION</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We’ve actually stayed at George Town a couple of times before—from the luxurious <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/eo-hotel-penang-review.html"><strong>E&O Hotel Penang</strong></a>, the chic <a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/2017/07/hotel-neo-penang-blog-review.html"><strong>Hotel NEO+ Penang</strong></a>, to <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/malaysia-lone-pine-hotel-beach-front.html"><strong>Lone Pine Hotel</strong></a>’s beachfront resort, and even on a cruise ship, the <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/11/star-cruises-singapore-malaysia-cruise.html"><strong>Superstar Gemini</strong></a>. Still, for this trip, we thought of at least spending a night at Penang’s historic center, the UNESCO World Heritage area of George Town. And this time, <b>The George Penang</b> perfectly fitted our bill.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="about" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">ABOUT THE GEORGE PENANG</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 title="The George Penang Lobby Interior" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The George Penang Lobby Interior" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2vkWIdjiXF7_ZG-aRpThQIKwvF6ytUlk9fiPoY2EVjZS7fCRLjpCajfJohlcpgJLEStiyLe1flyki05v1CuEzyYX5m4YZ_mn5SmSBFHvlMgZAyAKVWUKyIsomOPn3X1pRY2OSEXVikYjX076sTIVr8U3QKFhu9Xkndq6R2UtcjEYpk0UccdLlmtHFPRAD/s1600/20230724-PENANG-A6000B-0010.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;">THE GEOGE PENANG LOBBY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The five-star hotel is housed on a restored 1923 building. From times past, it transformed from being the <i>Australia Hotel</i>, the <i>Teik Bin Chinese Dispensary</i>, and the <i>Osakaya Japanese Sundry Shop, </i>and now, The George Penang.</p> <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 title="The George Penang Hallway Elevator Area" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The George Penang Hallway Elevator Area" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ1gihj9Y3EnIT8WfTLAYYhO2uiRxUcfgXs_vSmPTxVsL4iPP2fMVCa9hzvyJLBUTKv1_0FnZZdA2de1q2X-xEDRbSTmQZTTr-Y8zh2YMYTPlNG4JHk5ZHm3KyaEnYAsQVx9QgVA6nRD1I4Zbs143rgBEA8bz2tkqR-V7MrQ2CvRgkVNQsdLQmtcUnnEkE/s1600/20230724-PENANG-A6000B-0006.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;">ELEVATOR HALLWAY DECOR</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>While its façade sports a neo-classical colonial look, its interiors has a more modern art deco flourish. A mix of metal, textured glass, and dark wood exudes a luxurious chic feel that doesn’t feel intimidating.</p> <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 title="The George Penang Postage Stamps" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The George Penang Postage Stamps" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisW9Tr38fl0MOVQFG4DaNfdwcN1U_pjQ7VgzxCd_vra4DnihHMvFJ-LNBEbN4Rr2Ohk-I5RjwXhK_kC5iU-mi3AseHNqJ-USlt6ORw27NPWKyald3O4JIjvbwW4EHG_kdRVFT63-4w9oAKeV1EF9VDsQlzotugjOLQ5x1Y4_nB4WXLi3FdKju_tg6qWdgl/s1600/20230724-PENANG-A6000S-0001.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;">POSTAL STAMPS DISPLAY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>I also noticed, scattered across the hotel from the lobby all the way to the hallways, are framed postage stamps from various countries and eras. It turns out that the hotel owner is an avid philatelist. It does add a unique touch, something I’ve never seen in a hotel before.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>THE GEORGE PENANG PET POLICY:</strong> Unfortunately for pet lovers, The George Penang is not pet-friendly. It does not allow pets on its property.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="location" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">SUPERB LOCATION</font></h2> <hr /> <p>One of the best assets for The George Penang is its superb location. It sits right on George Town’s Penang Road, Leith Street, Chulia Street, and Argyll Road.</p> <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 title="Lebuh Chulia Mr. Bean" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Lebuh Chulia Mr. Bean" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWrxgQU91GtE9nsJl1TUhrfKha5s4sTwesq4U69eEdvTMK_lNBar-IgXwYn9VgmOe_LUcrTuELD_cAFiGyOE8R7TGVFfqHRL8FNVKIFTWGJKtoGbMtB4HcdLbsaOJeGOyQogcJP86FP4-Q8GjXEf4O3Tdya-6aPD9mb3SaHr_kt6-DpxVlqX5fhidxOtJl/s1600/20230724-PENANG-P30-0006.jpg" width="348" height="464" /> <img title="Love Lane Penang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Love Lane Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmyhBh6zHsxZOszIpxu6VBhXTKJ8HrVS9K8q_89_TQwBX0EdW-jbXuOYcE5azaWLV-wYWhAveOLPcfpWIZhAPgslQyQiHCbW8A6fhgrRC8BCAPo9q5bJ5QAyN9-gG1jkMmPPp_btiZKOrOEzRIanSuW2sFmTTlqh2xLQj_7KMeaoKqYae717AKhGPIZkai/s1600/20230724-PENANG-P30-0029.jpg" width="348" height="464" /></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;">LEBUH CHULIA NIGHT LIFE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>This is especially perfect for guests who love food. <br /> <br /><strong>Chulia Street</strong>, one of the oldest in Penang, is filled by an array of restaurants and hawker stalls. Walk a few blocks more and you’d come across <strong>Love Lane</strong>, a small road that comes alive at night with its numerous street side bars—a favorite hangout for travelers and backpackers. Then there’s <strong>Lebuh Kimberly</strong> for an evening filled with street hawkers. And if you’re looking to score the cheapest beer in town, <strong>Antarabangsa Enterprise</strong> is also within the area.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►SEE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/penang-food-trip-malaysia.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>PENANG FOOD TRIP ~ HAWKERS</strong></font></a></center> <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 title="Bicycle Kids Street Art Penang" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Bicycle Kids Street Art Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbzHnO5frFObQNr4fCQ7zYEea_vzCgqfhIYZ-1I2iIRxH6B5t3yM5T7UsCX0A-83nTfx_GTsIpD80bIzn26PZ23PrlXExwhMbL0UNGbEBPrXrbz9KM_WljOplSnDhKT237u_AJl2dx5ncPID4r-XJUDQTA5Al7NV8zg_7QEY29LqTFRJLl8edoSZsbxz4Q/s1600/20230723-PENANG-P9-0065.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;">THE FAMED PENANG STREET ART</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The hotel is also within striking distance to Penang landmarks like the <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/kapitan-keling-mosque-penang.html"><strong>Kapitan Keling Mosque</strong></a>, <strong>Chinatown</strong>, The <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/old-penang-protestant-cemetery.html"><strong>Old Penang Protestant Cemetery</strong></a>, and <strong>Armenian Street</strong> which is famous for its <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/georgetown-penang-history-street-art.html"><strong>Penang street art</strong></a>.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="checking-in" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">CHECKING IN</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 title="The George Penang Lobby Check In" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The George Penang Lobby Check In" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6VWr6lNg1yEwTJqr2V5hS_iPpbVvH-_6Glivxte2mRAdyYC4chMDsM3KaSy9PnaaumeJ9K68rMz9tENHCIN4KQs7tqjjJocnafyrbeHqCGMvcE8a2jrUVxNJCqQVhn155lsS9PEqB_qLwqS6cGm2ZYgTHPTYQh-MlOSDSbXreCJHYcVmHlbO0A0ceYvt9/s1600/20230724-PENANG-P9-0030.jpg" width="328" height="492" /> <img title="The George Penang Lobby Check In" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The George Penang Lobby Check In" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxq2cxZgphkel1JOpqhGmrTS_xW4Dih6sEJX95s3VTr9gagX9Aj1vAUlair7ZrImmyzh7t7ni7XUF6bZmFTYRzCDFJqDDOnxLveWkvs7GqwNP0vq6ypbahSzQAC7CaivsRlPzO1uCCooULDfHDJ8hWjERdk-DWm_992yW5vIbD1hSkTen0J2oonaGt8nK0/s1600/20230724-PENANG-P9-0026.jpg" width="369" height="492" /></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;">CHECKING IN AT THE GEORGE PENANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We arrived a bit early at The George Penang after enjoying an Indian lunch at <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/penang-food-trip-restaurants-malaysia.html#rockafellers-straits-quay"><strong>Rockafellers Straits Quay</strong></a>. Check in time is at 3:00PM, and check out is before 12:00PM. So, instead of waiting in the lobby, we asked if we can swim and lounge at the pool area instead—to which they readily agreed.</p> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=36924888" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>CHECK DISCOUNTED ROOM RATES</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="pool" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">SALTWATER POOL</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 title="The George Penang Swimming Pool" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The George Penang Swimming Pool" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBJBkpHyQUOhE5paFJHoFInaGiHNGeCi0pRyifuzotXzZ-4ow7tmpWjUQ4IStIVjmpPqtpBifhEaSNT607zJAIHfvSu8R4bAwuSHLoGC5ihhR46x8SNJxnKZ8DfJ2AIXOghEEo3WL3N2_uAALvpBx500krdvq0gZFRA8HXHqdlwbtT1EksQsIFSP7mbwSO/s1600/20230724-PENANG-A6000B-0008.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;">THE SALTWATER LAP POOL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The George Penang’s saltwater pool is strategically located on a central courtyard surrounded on two sides by hallways that connect to rooms. It is more of a lap pool, being narrow and long, but it does look inviting nonetheless.</p> <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 title="The George Penang Swimming Pool Toilet" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The George Penang Swimming Pool Toilet" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJQ5DalNwHXZx6QAzfJliKjqSQoR0tXgnfVjh5Bi9-Mg_0M_3v9AT2Gumwkd9fNNKbZZUDwCnvSh6-jbD5kMkBJ7kjfz6EXiSRG-nYnuyz-l5H8DTNb_2gZn6z0NKiqLNKB4V6zD0KtQ8plqy0GzKYy6V02r3mWvZLhxLVEKy3MNh4JJYGDG6XqyPbdEwR/s1600/20230724-PENANG-A6000B-0007.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;">REALLY STYLISH POOL AREA TOILET AND BATH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We were, however, unable to swim it since there wasn’t a shallow kiddie pool that would be safe for our toddler. Unfortunately, we also didn’t have any floaters that <strong>A</strong> can use, so we just contented ourselves with simply relaxing on the loungers and our son wading his feet on the waters. <br /> <br />And finally, after a while, we’re finally led to our room.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="rooms" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">THE ROOMS</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 title="The George Penang Room" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The George Penang Room" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjluPt_uInZ25OpJSOYBUGENYVvXbQ-OHwYgyrxKMVlWzMssblTl-g5OoP7LZeGPG3PPPclkbcyVwW4sCMQAQNtqEzGp9M1ZFRJs3d7d63magfkfgeR3CalcD3Kw6IRiqU-sJVwk9o8sDJH40YvCKWunzrU04M3pn7K5sSxgqqNx232Ud1gyFNdJhk7I2GH/s1600/20230724-PENANG-A6000S-0013.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;">FREE SHADES FOR OUR KID</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The George Penang has a total of 92 rooms, situated on six floors and divided into seven room types—<i>Deluxe, Executive Deluxe, Premier Deluxe, Governor Suite, Colonial Suite, Pearl Suite, </i>and<i> Heritage Suite</i>. We were billeted on their <b>Colonial Suite</b> at room 306 and it was simply beautiful.</p> <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 title="The George Penang Room Suite" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The George Penang Room Suite" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfBBKyuc4lSq9yYF2Od2GzVBy7iP3OUj_T882FP7P1hoFRA1WF5WKRTYC60PPOHG4_QP8mEvbTIAXFpUWSXFiHkQgHeiZdaPqtt2YVImbvJbt4jopGPDX0JspUPVbG9kB850rRVsyhJ9hXKmFLzmjQzkdw11NgqT5l5nb5jRVDOcuHQBIXKy1U82EE3HhG/s1600/20230724-PENANG-A6000B-0028.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;">THE COLONIAL SUITE LIVING ROOM AREA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The room is minimally decorated with muted walls and dark wooden floors accented with thick rugs. The suite’s living area is spacious and tastefully furnished—I especially like the leather accent on the sofa—which also has a pull out for sleeping.</p> <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 title="The George Penang Room Suite Free Snack" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The George Penang Room Suite Free Snack" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgV7V3prDRSaJCTFtF4ro_NYNRUCFO-5U5yDBmzCRLNigoqyaUG9TO58zMeJn5RUu_yEqoQ65dObobpKOQgzhB72K6rQdyu8lqu2q-TLzVR0ZQBxeBOW4KQ9U8V1dekJCzneqfC_9-ZBe7P2yRZGapynb1Y6LkXmtGk84ftBXeYDQFfsf22kP74GhccNfmO/s1600/20230724-PENANG-A6000S-0011.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;">FREE LOCAL SNACKS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>There’s no kitchen, but they do have a fridge. There’s also a mini dining table near the TV area, which I thought to be a bit out of place. I like the complimentary snacks they provided for guests—a menagerie of local Penang street snacks, very charming, indeed.</p> <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 title="The George Penang Room Suite Bedroom" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The George Penang Room Suite Bedroom" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiapTK-FT8fCWnUSOqMzGUbp2rE6Q1GO92tL562GC0ATqy34zlSPVmM6mkj3J-ReND4q38ytDCp_WJOuEDO5-Ipy-DBMDcutqrCqFAyZwBkQHrUy7zgks0p08Px3qnhpDX80YWfsCQrMOZk4-mgbOQRQ4dv6RQskpheIGl6sHNhkQxQdSH_jv3bA8r2FE2V/s1600/20230724-PENANG-A6000B-0021.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;">THE COZY BEDROOM</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <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 title="The George Penang Room Suite Toilet & Bath" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The George Penang Room Suite Toilet & Bath" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMRKh8F-i3OOOAP2kd7e1FJh-w0Rq5nlI2gp2Wc40jTj4i5N2i5ZhTX4m4ZSDO5YSBRrDzKsPLZwgNfLNyEMlao9DBnRDcT4S1x-jxiGtiol5R-_6o_KdcXy8-ppY8SyzIyzFMIMyqvJvKFljWA4TMj4_FT_j7bFT95yqTAipm_BS2SHGiLw3FzraASvjn/s1600/20230724-PENANG-A6000B-0023.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;">REALLY SPACIOUS AND STYLISH TOILET AND BATH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The bedroom is much more cozily spaced, but its <em>en suite</em> toilet and bath was as grand as can be. It is massive. I also love the monochromatic approach on its interior. And yes, the bath tub looks particularly lovely.</p> <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 title="The George Penang Room Suite Balcony" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The George Penang Room Suite Balcony" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0x2eApTn5J1oTJ3yRBRGeOo4yRhT_Hu3FgaWxT6IM2LZDPLcHsmLnYuNVmPwZehLk11AhOlbcFb8ILuqj_0-VbuWAqQUrLbjloDzt56535OTedg9DbQqrEKJNpgLxjwLXg457I7YQw8IfMRSG4W6ruGoZjhTUuDhQKoXYDpBlcpBXfTfzH-k4B5w8NUaJ/s1600/20230724-PENANG-A6000B-0030.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;">OUR SUITE’S MASSIVE BALCONY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>But the main draw of staying at The George Penang’s Colonial Suite is its balcony. It is, I think, bigger than the entire suite and looks into the streets of George Town below. Perfect for a couple of rounds of beer—which we readily got from the nearby <i>Antarabangsa Enterprise</i>, by the way. If you know, you know.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="bar-restaurant" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">BAR & RESTAURANT</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 title="The George Penang George Bar" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The George Penang George Bar" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgucafHz3CaadKYmcAFfVVWG7yXip6gOpTAt84zZoU4K0_vk9Y52tL0f7tjrEzGh607gTdKgnCefuj2JZ94-WFU-9T8WzaGnS9gm2BBzw1teAe457xH2oq2tWymXwZToADPx8R7p0XQEr2I4YuVQ7CTL6mm91_qSH5gnGCJhWZLhin2FVaTNjrJC0AnI211/s1600/20230724-PENANG-P9-0044.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;">THE GORGEOUS GEORGE BAR</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The George Penang has two dining options at the ground floor, the <strong>George Bar</strong> and <strong>Saffron Dining</strong>. <br /> <br />While we weren’t able to try the offerings at their very handsome bar, preferring our drinks at our very own balcony, we did get to try the food at the Saffron Restaurant since a stay at The George Penang comes with a complimentary breakfast buffet.</p> <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 title="The George Penang Saffron Dining" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The George Penang Saffron Dining" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsk4EnJHk6DTvkQaboqv8yWJvsnieTPU-qsjnki6JkXR6Evt693xq0GLOTVcRUOTs7ZX5oqXx9wipdeGyg3zQ3WSdmNaH0-y5hIbmd6LiX8qDEiHwzVnY4P32iL5GDnf_aIKWEHsqlVXXjM6K5kn7UJGvpRYTbnd6LzJXfSOBq_5h2uFFWVMeRTjfg6tNX/s1600/20230724-PENANG-A6000B-0012.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;">SUNNY MORNING AT SAFFRON DINING</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>I love the restaurant’s sunny and airy vibe, but I love their offerings more. They mostly have local Malaysian dishes with a few western choices, which is perfect—we absolutely love Malaysian cuisine.</p> <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 title="The George Penang Breakfast Buffet" style="border: 0px currentcolor; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The George Penang Breakfast Buffet" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIvcGy1CAEAHGqGLHjSWQ43Tw5DA4gMfJFfPi-OopTaUORDqeEKd5eNs85wvFOGpcuttA6UYCayoaG-n-CWYg6-jLLMWBiI_FcSLteVWTOgqS9tgl2GaYVKfBK2TmKMWTxL3kP0CY9UMnD8e64oZxJqe4BlIpq0ORbPdxgd4xrOJgZ-yugWNRzosrqSfQ3/s1600/20230725-PENANG-P9-0003.jpg" width="348" height="523" /> <img title="The George Penang Breakfast Buffet" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The George Penang Breakfast Buffet" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXNEOQQgn1GE_9Dx07Tv2Hx0TGHlkh95fz5An1YnXch2sRIwQ4LIdxEd2eTy_71PbihMz3rlVAHkhT06e3q2iBBAP1K2j1iuptsoUmYwKcIDhoJmBui_QiZEATOH2Ap9MxKRib17SvYFbFSFhHhc6XvXgEusJNYAF8Yftk1Ijh200roamqTlT2n5HbwV8k/s1600/20230725-PENANG-P9-0005.jpg" width="348" height="523" /></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;">OUR BREAKFAST MEAL FROM THE COMPLIMENTARY BUFFET</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Soon, our table was packed with plates filled with <em>mee goreng</em>, <em>roti canai</em>, chicken curry, pork dimsum, noodle soup, <em>nasi lemak</em>, rice congee, along with a western omelets, pork and beans, and pastries. Everything was good, but their curry mee was the one worth writing home about. Definitely a fitting end for our stay in George Town.</p> <p><font size="2" face="Century Gothic">~ OUR STAY WAS MADE POSSIBLE BY THE GEORGE PENANG. VIEWS AND OPINIONS ARE ALL MINE.</font></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/search/label/BWAK+2023?&max-results=5"><img title="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGUd8PHLlNEbEy_8D5Q2UZKVEzn0W4uCiSKZopMkxyK7SFCf4i5dfcDCOXDgvSszzUH35LhZG6lNA4bbZ0HAXLzjYfEWhn4GHDkzAjTFfCAYrfRrsp1tGHbBNQgobdGK3a5wxGQR02-1fSTJ9dEIVowNe8jH6TmOoz1OR8XUC86ynxeXoK6s8yRcDxq33c/s1600/-%20FOLLOW.png" /></a></p> <p> <br /> <br /> <br clear="all" /><img style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGN-vXol5pHyZKOhN43pvfwCEBSY76hzMiC4p5NlBzwZ4lRsUaNEBRVqqxAL-e3wrlNSOrAWnIvnNpjMjbneLGg3zWR0-6ApBWIqwC3yKMDF5Hhgrp1s-UNmF5BpRsMJ32PyD3vmpTwVW-/s1600/7.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">The George Penang</font></strong> <a href="https://www.agoda.com/the-george-george-town-penang/hotel/penang-my.html?cid=1649989" rel="nofollow"><font size="2" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►ROOM RATES</strong></font></a> <br />Address: 138 Jalan Penang, George Town, Penang, Malaysia <br />Contact Number: (+60) 4291-9000 <br />GPS Coordinates Map: <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/LL7Dot3JYPDuFg916" rel="nofollow">5.419986, 100.332212</a> <br /><a href="https://www.discoverasr.com/en/the-crest-collection/malaysia/the-george-penang-by-the-crest-collection" rel="nofollow">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thegeorgepenangbythecrestcollection/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thegeorgepenang/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></p> <p> <br /> <br /></p> <center><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/city/65-penang-things-to-do/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>• BOOK DISCOUNTED TOURS IN PENANG •</strong></font></a></center>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-56044022383003954042023-11-22T11:54:00.001+08:002023-11-22T11:58:20.590+08:00FOOD COLLAB | Top 5 Must-Try Rum Brands from the Philippines ~ Tropical Delight<p><img title="Top 5 Must-Try Rum Brands from the Philippines" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Top 5 Must-Try Rum Brands from the Philippines" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV_POfKml3JX1Q9PzQFIOisptv0ONoC0wEtjSQYW9y3h4cI29Vp-szW9mtGUeFth_SQp-RtlglgqFNPZqrcL4EnpPO2jVzsBvEaRyjhM8Wn87LQHXJU3YrdSVY9dZrSj46dUmRF30jcRoz4hM2BLUO0IBVvJ5v4PX1nDoSCWr46UXt1pajf9PBlV_UXSBJ/s1600/01%20Pexels%20Eva%20Bronzini.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p>Rum, the golden elixir synonymous with tropical paradise, has a rich history in the Philippines. From the Spanish colonization to the rise of local distilleries, Filipino rum has grown in popularity and gained recognition worldwide. In this article, we will highlight the top five must-try rum brands from the Philippines, each offering its own distinct characteristics and charm. Finally, we will discuss how to pair Filipino rum with local cuisine, creating mouthwatering combinations that will transport your taste buds to the sunny shores of the Philippines.</p> <a name='more'></a> <br /><center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/coureg/16-philippines-things-to-do/?aid=824" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK DISCOUNTED TOURS IN PHILIPPINES</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>TOP FIVE RUM BRANDS IN THE PHILIPPINES</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS ~ WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/top-5-rum-brands-philippines.html#history">What Is The Rich History Of Rum In The Philippines?</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/top-5-rum-brands-philippines.html#local-distilleries">Local Distilleries</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/top-5-rum-brands-philippines.html#legacy">Savoring The Legacy</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/top-5-rum-brands-philippines.html#global-rise-filipino-rum">The Global Rise Of Filipino Rum</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/top-5-rum-brands-philippines.html#unique-flavor-profile">What Is The Unique Flavor Profile Of Filipino Rum?</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/top-5-rum-brands-philippines.html#top-5-rum-philippines">The Top 5 Must-try Rum Brands From The Philippines</a> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/top-5-rum-brands-philippines.html#tanduay-rhum">Tanduay Rhum</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/top-5-rum-brands-philippines.html#don-papa">Don Papa Rum</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/top-5-rum-brands-philippines.html#manille-liqueur-de-calamansi">Manille Liqueur de Calamansi</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/top-5-rum-brands-philippines.html#destileria-limtuaco">Destileria Limtuaco</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/top-5-rum-brands-philippines.html#apo-lakay">Apo Lakay</a></li> </ol> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/top-5-rum-brands-philippines.html#how-to-pair">How To Pair Filipino Rum With Local Cuisine</a> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/top-5-rum-brands-philippines.html#desserts-and-rum">Sweet Combinations: Desserts and Rum</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/top-5-rum-brands-philippines.html#main-dishes-and-rum">Savory Pairings: Main Dishes and Rum</a></li> </ol> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/top-5-rum-brands-philippines.html#conclusion">Conclusion</a></li> </ol>     ► <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/10/boracay-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html"><strong>BORACAY TRAVEL GUIDE</strong></a> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.agoda.com/en-gb/country/philippines.html?cid=1649989" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>CHECK FOR AFFORDABLE HOTELS IN PHILIPPINES</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="history" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">WHAT IS THE RICH HISTORY OF RUM IN THE PHILIPPINES?</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 title="HISTORY OF RUM IN THE PHILIPPINES" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="HISTORY OF RUM IN THE PHILIPPINES" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH2R5j979k_ancC4Ig0TzTqD2UlfTBvtfZpKdXlem1xXmlVmeat9nk9MpdL8M3jFg82K5kqYQmVxrbCDPUeEZF7OuNyGNqPnbDf63wXVQnn6CUemQ2Nh4aLHMzDl_lM7CU0IUmQ-7U8B_W_Ox_Vn88gOPXU0-ajhhoYaHtmRDdhwqoSUaiHqPBAc_1RpSd/s1600/02%20Map%20Public%20Domain.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;">RUM IN THE PHILIPPINES CAN BE TRACED BACK FROM THE 16TH CENTURY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Filipino rum's origins can be traced to Spanish colonization in the 16th century, marked by the introduction of sugarcane and distillation techniques. This laid the cornerstone for the country's rum-making tradition, with the locals adapting these methods to create their own flavorful spirit, which we now know as Filipino rum.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="local-distilleries" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">LOCAL DISTILLERIES</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 title="Philippine Local Distilleries" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Philippine Local Distilleries" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhF-A_gn2fEPIRJZEbEW3oJn0RgLQsqLinZC2c5OBomi41Y-65QWlBcxXzdZfonGd8cj6SfDuy3EwNlQYUPwZ4WpAa0eJ6ptbTUqrmnhcB8nqLARSSlAVgu2FwOCMcDjwLirfV5bD_Kb4jo7nKYCFBAwY6Kn9ts5eZhL4un1YuYi1nKd9KseJdWV0qjyRyg/s1600/Distillery.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;">THE LIMTUACO DISTILLERY ~ PHOTO FROM DESTILERIA LIMTUACO</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Over the years, local distilleries emerged, challenging international brands and revitalizing traditional techniques, resulting in a diverse array of rum flavors. Notably, provinces like Negros Occidental and <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2017/08/cebu-travel-blog-guide-itineray-budget.html">Cebu</a> played pivotal roles in preserving tradition and fostering innovation within the Filipino rum scene.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="legacy" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">SAVORING THE LEGACY</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 title="Thirst Liquor On Demand" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Thirst Liquor On Demand" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD2eyhWCF1BNq8qdMQjjy4fcTvhsiNY8AvbQNLJyFAW2VQ3J_1cjxyP8BPvaT_QFy2GymVkYal6xNc2YvvFG8N4poM2mMjlojqqKniIB9yU98mW2i1RieoSVpLhSspzvNllFfO80Dhcca2aA6IGa2aLwvjA4Y26hjB7VEBmtrIfDdIVnK9ewtLmp503mZX/s1600/03%20Thirst.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;">THIRST ~ LIQUOR ON DEMAND</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The history of rum in the Philippines is a tapestry woven with colonial influences, indigenous innovation, and distinct regional styles. To immerse yourself in this history and savor the legacy of Filipino rum, you can conveniently <a href="https://www.thirst.com.ph/rum">buy rum online in the Philippines</a> at thirst.com. Experience the flavors and heritage of this iconic spirit from the comfort of your home.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="global-rise-filipino-rum" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">THE GLOBAL RISE OF FILIPINO RUM</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 title="Global Rise Of Filipino Rum" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Global Rise Of Filipino Rum" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnZ60BO0N0xqW6i4CSaKXN_TKpa22vluFTWC_JbKu7tQmfD28ZohIiI1RVaVwTKqraoyamg6hoMuzQZ0WP7BG-m2tuXx35_oRL1gdQe_nw54_TkCK3YoeFR584iPPArszdlF4tmx_edUa34iR2PEBX54E0NzX0mp2E7YtiUWekZORSiQd1ABJGcJBzw5YO/s1600/00%20Rise.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;">THE RISE OF FILIPINO RUM ~ PHOTO FROM TANDUAY FB PAGE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Filipino rum's global recognition has steadily risen, underscored by numerous awards and accolades. The distinct flavors and craftsmanship found in Filipino rum have captivated the palates of enthusiasts worldwide, solidifying its status as a sought-after spirit for connoisseurs and collectors alike. <br /> <br />Today, the Philippines proudly stands as one of the world's leading rum producers, boasting a vibrant and diverse industry shaped by its rich history, passionate distillers, and unique flavors that offer a taste of the country's heritage and a glimpse into its flavorful past.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="unique-flavor-profile" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">WHAT IS THE UNIQUE FLAVOR PROFILE OF FILIPINO RUM?</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 title="Unique Flavor Profile Of Filipino Rum" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Unique Flavor Profile Of Filipino Rum" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvIsrHwUP56tmVo1C7qq9yaa8reVBDqbGeIe7-vaCGyPB9TLXxjshnlWCayPOLdXZtWiGL-LOYdn0zlZweltDafKzOnuLYZlA6VJfOB4JGTExWyPr34aOnUZAvDKnbRag7Hfm3eoxgv2zQ__8hbso00GWBDLWJRJesQx1e6Z5Cxz1jlZtEYjz7n8r8Nbsy/s1600/00%20Flavor.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;">WHAT DOES FILIPINO RUM TASTE LIKE? ~ PHOTO FROM TANDUAY FB PAGE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>One of the key factors that sets Filipino rum apart is the use of sugarcane, which imparts a distinctive sweetness to the spirit. Unlike some other rum-producing regions, Filipino rum is made from fresh sugarcane juice, giving it a fresh and vibrant flavor. This natural sweetness blends perfectly with the tropical climate, creating a truly delightful drinking experience. <br /> <br />The aging process also plays a crucial role in shaping the flavor profile of Filipino rum. Many distilleries age their rum in oak barrels, allowing the spirit to develop complexities and depth. The warm and humid climate of the Philippines accelerates the aging process, resulting in rums that are nuanced and well-balanced.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="top-5-rum-philippines" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">THE TOP 5 MUST-TRY RUM BRANDS FROM THE PHILIPPINES</font></h2> <hr /> <p>When it comes to Filipino rum, there are countless options to choose from. However, we have curated a list of the top 5 must-try rum brands that embody the essence of the Philippines:</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="tanduay-rhum" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Tanduay Rhum</font></h3> <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 title="Tanduay Rhum" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanduay Rhum" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoHMI9O84jNNl-HJqF86Di251ngdDSd1H3jtuUmI_Umg8_jR_hjra9humEZGmXm53m515ubgknsewe0RuYJwQPkv_qJfLOxF4XWqQYM5IVA2fDHiYkLECBYmztC2YlTBYNroOf7o57aa2uLAKaW3AwLHJgCR2GBQDxEnOvbzsJx0VQbQ-Rziid4WwkXtGO/s1600/04%20Tanduay.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;">TANDUAY RHUM ~ PHOTO FROM TANDUAY FB PAGE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>One of the world's best-selling rum brands, Tanduay has been crafting its spirits since the 1850s. With a variety of expressions ranging from silver to aged dark rums, its flavors are a harmonious blend of tropical notes with hints of oak from the barrel aging process.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="don-papa" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Don Papa Rum</font></h3> <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 title="Don Papa Rum" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Don Papa Rum" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj91gI2ZIF_REPB5oWbyULPCCp12cH8eiHHGq1UiaHmDXplFRj9XGSSlW2ICw8WAjEXCVLu4RuwbjdciS1v7QV_1_F_5Gp_kp0tP6YlOexV2HEF47ouXpWtuvFFJhoU9Hw-MmBUdCjdtFJB-lxKzhJCqR6RNSOUFBfQzxzcsl2_NF8h-gUNZW6sbGkTY2xE/s1600/05%20Don%20Papa.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;">DON PAPA RUM ~ PHOTO FROM DON PAPA FB PAGE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Originating from the island of Negros, Don Papa is a premium small-batch rum aged for several years in oak barrels. It boasts a sweet, fruity profile with undertones of vanilla and a velvety finish, making it particularly popular among new rum aficionados.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="manille-liqueur-de-calamansi" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Manille Liqueur de Calamansi</font></h3> <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/AVvXsEgSpZTvaj-mBu-bthcF4gptOZ_I7iaRaT4Qk38cPsyv4DxEPIdjwE4CJQ0K26-xmCijuxez3MIhiwd-rpkQYRt63f6gr5OHfAT3IbzJUBwEi7PDyMeKqt1Kz1OXBwuhGXUMl4sMXkJTjz3minJhE170AF4QLWbwisRVxmGFuSUp9j8EQlGatejUS137qtVa/s1600/06%20Manille.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;">MANILLE LIQUEUR DE CALAMANSI ~ PHOTO FROM MANILLE FB PAGE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>While not a traditional rum, this liqueur is made from rum distilled in the Philippines and infused with <em>calamansi</em>, a local citrus fruit. The result is a zesty and refreshing spirit perfect for cocktails or sipping on its own.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="destileria-limtuaco" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Destileria Limtuaco</font></h3> <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/AVvXsEiM1h0TdBiqzv2gVNcX08RcDaa3JbSE9Ofy9PJ-R5xcCd8oTppL3OsCHaG_eTD1Y7Hv8k4jTPv9WR9jpfeWdnWIeNSJF4iKXaqm5wmKM-DZaA1OIzmS6ia8igI9GgnwzQtuZ3EV_tVvf9EItou3gfwu3kuLecSh2KN8pQlJ9Zz2jJ_ckMhe_Ia1dVU86ZM1/s1600/07%20Destileria%20Limtuaco.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;">DESTILERIA LIMTUACO ~ PHOTO FROM DESTILERIA LIMTUACO WEBSITE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The oldest distillery in the Philippines, established in 1852, offers a range of spirits including its well-regarded rums—Palawan Blanco, Inferno Flaming Rum, Old Captain, and Very Old Captain. Their craftsmanship and dedication to tradition ensure a quality taste experience.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="apo-lakay" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Apo Lakay</font></h3> <p>This brand, while lesser-known internationally, offers a genuine taste of Filipino terroir. Made from native sugarcane varieties and aged in the tropical climate, it carries a robust and authentic flavor profile reminiscent of the archipelago's landscapes. <br /> <br />Each of these brands captures a facet of the Philippines' diverse and rich rum heritage, making them worthy additions to any spirit collection.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="how-to-pair" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">HOW TO PAIR FILIPINO RUM WITH LOCAL CUISINE</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 title="Pair Filipino Rum With Local Cuisine" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pair Filipino Rum With Local Cuisine" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiotxHI9MrMARexOhAl-ntwKaZ4-dSFMVOtonZ4iOm6JN_3tQ5xpZHa9DSEoZfZkaekp6cCGGOLkP2nPo7F7cMVmqVY-HKbSpz32Fl9NEOI6mL2e5t155nP49_SqxdSqQWbVEDsDRjNc4hJI5Mzi81F1uBaVd7x-QmwdfkrrRStshs7JB8-o7ifbZzJmPGm/s1600/08%20Pairing.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;">PAIRING FILIPINO RUM ~ PHOTO FROM TANDUAY FB PAGE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>No tropical experience would be complete without indulging in the rich flavors of Filipino cuisine. Pairing rum with local dishes can elevate the dining experience to new heights. Here are two enchanting combinations:</p> <br /> <h3 id="desserts-and-rum" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Sweet Combinations: Desserts and Rum</font></h3> <p>Pair a luscious caramel flan with a smooth and velvety rum. The caramel notes in both the dessert and the rum will intertwine, creating a harmonious marriage of flavors. Alternatively, explore the combination of a tropical fruit salad with a fruity rum. The vibrant and refreshing flavors of the fruits will complement the rum's tropical notes, resulting in a delightful symphony of flavors.</p> <br /> <h3 id="main-dishes-and-rum" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">Savory Pairings: Main Dishes and Rum</font></h3> <p>For those who prefer savory delights, try pairing a succulent lechon, a traditional Filipino roasted pig, with an aged and robust rum. The bold flavors of the lechon will be enhanced by the rich and complex notes of the rum, making each bite a memorable experience. Another savory pairing to explore is adobo, a tangy and savory Filipino stew, with a spiced rum. The spices in the rum will accentuate the aromatic flavors of the adobo, creating a symphony of savory sensations.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="conclusion" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">CONCLUSION</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 title="The Filipino Rum" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The Filipino Rum" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVK0a7m6yBEATw-a-nVqsLvTKOB_L8P50nwWv7mNaVZzNzgMihD146NeDKMYJ02_Bd4FOxaxO64D99kvgA_n1Iml3S_cTSu1kXpKBlhN6ClEn3K2UF1b9LR8THSxZZLFLFZem-EhD33p6OpKUqLyh5YiDE67OfDiXU_HUsU9StAVg19flBnUTPg3pbtlpD/s1600/Untitled-4.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;">THE FILIPINO RUM ~ PHOTO FROM TANDUAY FB PAGE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Filipino rum is a tropical delight that embodies the rich history and vibrant flavors of the Philippines. Each sip takes you on a journey through time and culture, offering a taste of the enchanting paradise. With the top 5 must-try rum brands, you can explore the diverse range of flavors and find your personal favorite. And when paired with local cuisine, Filipino rum opens up a world of culinary possibilities, allowing you to discover the perfect harmony of flavors. So raise your glass and savor the magic of Filipino rum.</p> <p> </p> <p><font color="#666666">~ WORDS CONTRIBUTED BY S. WATTS, COVER PHOTO BY EVA BRONZINI FROM PEXELS</font></p>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-56652445464126541842023-11-20T13:41:00.003+08:002023-12-17T12:17:53.081+08:00MALAYSIA | PENANG FOOD TRIP ~ RESTAURANT EDITION<p><img title="Penang Restaurants Food Trip" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Penang Restaurants Food Trip" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4giVk0UNM2KwDGizV0KWOUF30CY1tH09VAA6o4qjYsA6Gg7EyZRn0ZJ37RePP4iuU0megNPvSe7rHc40pTdkypUGbeioqfZqhBVmCoPYAUWZuaMGTiYzJWmzUfyTEOLX8J6ZE4b5rF0ieLJiKApXWi_JuSM4e8DhY0l0iX6TUpp1u1GexAzl8gq40hyphenhyphenhw/s1600/20230722-PENANG-A6000S-0003.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p>Besides eating local street food on Penang’s numerous hawker centers and small eateries, we also got to try out a few restaurants serving international dishes on the island. This is usually when we go out with <a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/"><strong>Blissfulguro</strong></a>’s uncle and aunt who actually lives in Penang. Since they’re really not too keen on street food, to the malls and restaurants we usually go.</p> <a name='more'></a> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&city=16087" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>CHECK FOR AFFORDABLE HOTELS IN PENANG</strong></font></a></center> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong> PENANG FOOD TRIP ~ RESTAURANTS</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS ~ WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/penang-food-trip-restaurants-malaysia.html#sigis-bar-shangri-la">Sigi's Bar & Grill On The Beach by Shangri-La</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/penang-food-trip-restaurants-malaysia.html#rockafellers-straits-quay">Rockafellers Straits Quay</a></li> </ol>   ► <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html"><strong>WHAT TO SEE IN GEORGE TOWN PENANG</strong></a> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://skyscanner.pxf.io/B0z6Mx" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>FIND THE CHEAPEST FLIGHT TO PENANG</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="sigis-bar-shangri-la" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">SIGI’S BAR & GRILL ON THE BEACH BY SHANGRI-LA</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 title="Sigi's Bar & Grill On The Beach Shangri-La Golden Sands" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Sigi's Bar & Grill On The Beach Shangri-La Golden Sands" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnnh5OdMRov-44oAyLwpGZ8EA_HEV91Ozx1lhDmjI2zp8Rct58uAWft2RUTkQBsyRiNyR_qKVu90tZYMBovYqYpIepbbW6Mj_YIr-bjiGnauQ0u091KwQZ5gMwXT2kebXnlMVT3f3f5YiBIB29f66BzkJAbpWYP7RFhxP2u29ooBw2BVtzkZCFqA2fDuZr/s1600/20230722-PENANG-A6000S-0001.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;">EATING OUT AT PENANG’S BATU FERRINGHI BEACH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>On a daytrip to Penang’s famous <strong>Batu Ferringhi Beach</strong>, we dropped by Shangri-La Golden Sands for lunch. Their beachfront restaurant, Sigi’s Bar & Grill, serves authentic Italian dishes and is a favorite haunt for BG’s uncle and aunt.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►NEAR HERE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/malaysia-lone-pine-hotel-beach-front.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>LONE PINE HOTEL PENANG</strong></font></a></center> <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 title="Sigi's Bar & Grill On The Beach Shangri-La Golden Sands" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Sigi's Bar & Grill On The Beach Shangri-La Golden Sands" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDy8bY9ecjcFAVdHwI01iLAsM-hGO-pcGvRyKCz80-tA6jaDoZ1arJZXdSpTonnOcuOMZexfJKB_A_pK-1K8iTz0j5oFxUKUrxwLcA5v36buTjcCe_F9vwpeFQ8soVhbRO29hjsdjbSEvfMzccRHbpa5FMSQNr-Gyg8UZffZeLg_hX4tEc_uxHsRDe3mth/s1600/20230722-PENANG-P30-0001.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;">SIGI’S BAR & GRILL BY THE BEACH AT SHANGRI-LA GOLDENSANDS PENANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The restaurant has a sunset view of the beach and has both air-conditioned dining hall, a rooftop eating area, and al fresco tables that connects directly to the beach. We, of course, went for the beach tables.</p> <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 title="Antipasti Sigi's Bar & Grill On The Beach Shangri-La Golden Sands" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Antipasti Sigi's Bar & Grill On The Beach Shangri-La Golden Sands" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsdF65Ou9VLgnY6PSHGrTfPCg6U44wfQ0gQ7IbLPy4kmy-uLmWL50_skunjrU7kMc1iatTQ7o6KXougpv3tHl6cpj_mjQWPbG7K2Tzkli-_86V8SWjPBVmIFbyCTtIRhKVpOpeWa8wDj8fXh0fjw2uATjo6f9OzXknd4giNcsU_k7CRbBrNlK_rr3t0KXB/s1600/20230722-PENANG-P9-0075.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;">ANTIPASTI FOR TWO ~ MYR 28.00</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Italian fares soon filled our table; bruschetta 28, antipasti, bolognese, lasagna, and pizza. A bit of disclaimer, I’m not really a fan of Italian cuisine, so I’m really not the best judge for these food. <br /> <br />For starters, the <b>Traditional Bruschetta</b>, the slices of toasted baguette topped with chopped tomatoes, basic, and garlic was just okay for me. The <b>Antipasti For Two</b>, was totally not my cup of tea.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►SEE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/penang-food-trip-malaysia.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>PENANG FOOD TRIP ~ HAWKERS</strong></font></a></center> <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 title="Superb Bolognese Sigi's Bar & Grill On The Beach Shangri-La Golden Sands" style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block;" alt="Superb Bolognese Sigi's Bar & Grill On The Beach Shangri-La Golden Sands" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVSsBEaJaa71_euSXcGxjejmL0pKILSXe0jwaZSzuAnRTjymkSIbvx9-f5pMRneNyyPh3ONjoxuOjAYYQOjjLvGcn32GUChDYnHeg0fKhA9TqMwrPFg8e1T33zz8udsYxdeEzuaeyD4ko8CWe-1jN0FnDoC2u7eKd6s_OnQ0eiswhXPEdU6TtWAHae_BRc/s1600/20230722-PENANG-P9-0073.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;">SUPERB BOLOGNESE ~ MYR 48.00</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Next up are the pasta. I personally ordered the <b>Superb Bolognese</b>, I think it was actually really good if you’re into Italian food, but I’m not really into sour tasting tomato-based pasta dishes, so it’s a no for me. Their <b>Layers Of Love</b>, which is lasagna with beef and Mornay sauce, is better suited for my taste buds—it’s a big yes for me.</p> <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 title="Lasagna Sigi's Bar & Grill On The Beach Shangri-La Golden Sands" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Lasagna Sigi's Bar & Grill On The Beach Shangri-La Golden Sands" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQJD3AwBUB2qfVt31UIpZxsTn37Z7k4BnZczIPR7II4VDK4YLbIpX0zBY1_AmRb_0BS_0LdUeJXZjc4wRCgh4lubk8kIt3bqholYvhxgtlYc0iY1wL4Zoawl5OesISSiNh7OqKnAKwCyjSfvIJU4Cw9uxQ8YYmDVLbFHdIGJf599sk2Z7GiG6GYJnFqtHx/s1600/20230722-PENANG-A6000S-0004.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;">LAYERS OF LOVE ~ MYR 45.00</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <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 title="Godfathers Pizza Sigi's Bar & Grill On The Beach Shangri-La Golden Sands" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Godfathers Pizza Sigi's Bar & Grill On The Beach Shangri-La Golden Sands" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitdoao6abi09bfzKFqfB0LwD4-P2D2JY7ZecBogCy4Ynh9OcOXyfaqMyukUIaBJDOyValJnHet4GPbL6cP3MBwB_ApfEyA2cnActHlfTDxp3awt8ozH3bsJSQzx4Q_sptcLUkrmYPCY9sKbjDJQ7nXLGNZ_68noCTGXAIneWod_Y8QYJoEuqad_x8A0uKq/s1600/20230722-PENANG-A6000S-0005.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;">THE GODFATHER PIZZA ~ MYR 50.00</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>And finally, their <b>Godfather Pizza</b>—beef pepperoni, chicken sausage, grilled chicken strips, and ground beef, mixed with onions, olives, and mozzarella on a thin crust. A big big yes. It is satisfyingly good.</p> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/city/65-penang-things-to-do/?aid=824" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK DISCOUNTED TOURS IN PENANG</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="rockafellers-straits-quay" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">ROCKAFELLERS AT STRAITS QUAY</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 title="Straits Quay Marina Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Straits Quay Marina Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUfjbFhoP18JHz9BvL1BIuG6klaGB0jP-WRldkoOGNHpTr5EOWhf6hC_re3Gw5Rs1smntzem6sMNhu0sXkRVhNh_wAV7BlY92634sv5dLKbGxGvZl5KC2mPSvqyDkm3zuKOR2rgdFpuJKMfdrBBw_Vj4kD9UEf15fLoYaaPLpR9mDvtEWYjikvouSos1wM/s1600/20230724-PENANG-P9-0012.jpg" width="348" height="464" /> <img title="Straits Quay Marina Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Straits Quay Marina Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjO6q_tYcfzv8vaq81KZVAenax4nQxz-jdCH1-qshEzlukCa9PWB9_dStBsuFIbnEss_-d2_fbmbrfnQ8HKI36oM2b6wwPfcRQ1aLK52rfv8XQagBAOym_lSN8GhUuXuX6Y5qX3rDaDvjB2mG5FyIXpnh1GoInCxYALCMibh813nRm7OwVwlr4DoHfWH3a/s1600/20230724-PENANG-P9-0013.jpg" width="348" height="464" /></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;">THE STRAITS QUAY MARINA IN PENANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>One of the best meals we had when it comes to restaurants in Penang was at Rockafellers at <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/straits-quay-marina-penang.html"><strong>Straits Quay Marina</strong></a>—they also have a branch at <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/georgetown-penang-history-street-art.html"><strong>Georgetown</strong></a> which I think is more of a bar than a food place. The restaurant has a premium location along the seafront at the Straits Quay Retail Marina, an upscale mall in Tanjung Tokong. Their posh dark wooden interiors has a bright sunny al fresco counterpart—we went for their outdoor seats.</p> <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 title="Rockafellers Straits Quay Marina Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rockafellers Straits Quay Marina Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyZu0EzsJ4oAgq51974EGTWAOporhuD-eFzPwCvPRzKfU5JK8V0TPxidrW-JR2ZbZH6QBZEVUDYi8aPU3s-4gPwmBpa_5vmyIRRvDcVKbEmRtYZRE2J9s7Y6JboovKqvl-_s1VlogPxTH6CcLSgMb6BEBsW4X287VXyjYsTfMQXRs2Cuhq6tQ9DkjPKJ0F/s1600/20230724-PENANG-P30-0003.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;">ROCKAFELLERS PENANG AL FRESCO AREA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Their menu consists mostly of Indian cuisine with a modern take. Besides the usual vegetarian and non-vegetarian Indian favorites, they also have Indian flavored pizzas and sizzling plates.</p> <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 title="Rockafellers Combo Biryani Straits Quay Marina Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rockafellers Combo Biryani Straits Quay Marina Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0ZoC2bqtHolIQywjyMyRyFnFGu2vHYqVk4AZAmAzwqcldzasLLVZJWM2d0TkLH3z89grUUgnDS4nE7Dc_V22DsAnHddP81PCiWHnF_c_8SXZwX65NIG9jLYBDv0UUZPv_GwSSbu4rg8hGN1BEMYocC9Wi23pg_1ba78Jtpz8SOW-Jta2SMQp3a0M1wX4P/s1600/20230724-PENANG-P9-0015.jpg" width="369" height="492" /> <img title="Chicken Popcorn Rockafellers Straits Quay Marina Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Chicken Popcorn Rockafellers Straits Quay Marina Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHagPqi_f35k8HBRMhh-QbK3YnbPWW9rzLjaE_GsAx4PM2rNwv2dnXciVeE8OnnZUTLLwp2ypLZNiecWA4pxu6od-_UCtnTllJRAbeUraokcj8WDWqItek5h5fW0_QVcsaJeMplfDLFhGuw0kFtuW-pS1vasXDYQP7868PjWHjjie60Tp1aIcthX58diz7/s1600/20230724-PENANG-P9-0014.jpg" width="329" height="492" /></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;">ROCKAFELLERS COMBO BIRYANI ~ MYR 52.00 | CHICKEN POPCORN ~ MYR 15.00</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>C ordered their <b>Rockafellers Combo Biryani</b>, which is aromatic basmati rice cooked with either chicken, prawn, lamb or vegetables—she chose chicken. It was <b>Murg Tikka Butter Masala</b>for me—amaretto marinated chicken tikka, simmered in smooth tomato gravy—and paired it with <strong>plain naan</strong>. For the kid, the <b>Chicken Popcorn</b> from their Kids Menu looks safe enough for him—meaning, not spicy.</p> <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 title="Murg Tikka Butter Masala Rockafellers Straits Quay Marina Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Murg Tikka Butter Masala Rockafellers Straits Quay Marina Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIboMFDZFwCNQxtutFN84shQa1eyASbCCouf5sAd-9CfsgPGianCatG58sT5LLdiQ2jvV_gftjwf9mck3Y-VQHzohaKZp9VHpND1MWxlMQC70MT5H8TiGm4KpMHbzqgvZTAd6j0x1XQKr6_Z3LksSmg-kvFkWYGKIdhOAM1Qn6gLSDMGlU_1h_-I-AvtGf/s1600/20230724-PENANG-P9-0017.jpg" width="328" height="492" /> <img title="Naan Rockafellers Straits Quay Marina Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Naan Rockafellers Straits Quay Marina Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFS5gDirOp7m3lEg8lK2Nzd9vuqOeiR22xXY0C8VnskIy03ysZPxE_JXYZe9Tu_71afcB10sGZIyNqN-aRaphRjDi1NL3BryuAybDCq-nzCQg2Zpth-FmYWk1ZhsAnszHv2JOyEocbTexmR-yQWd4g50_Oc7uhs9uAai19n9l1VSLYlJl_92ssQRVR-Ocx/s1600/20230724-PENANG-P9-0019.jpg" width="369" height="492" /></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;">MURG TIKKA BUTTER MASALA ~ MYR 45.00 | NAAN ~ MYR 8.00</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Serving size was huge for the mains, but a tad too little for the kiddie meal. The biryani was really good, and very spicy, and the same can be said for my butter masala. I did find it to be missing something, which is why I ordered naan bread to scoop its gravy with—I prefer <em>roti canai</em>, really, but they only have <em>naan</em>. <br /> <br />Considering how commercial its location is, we were quite surprised at how authentic their dishes were. We’d considering eating here daily, but then we saw the prices on their menu, and decided, once in a while is probably okay, lol.</p> <p> </p> <p><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/search/label/BWAK+2023?&max-results=5"><img title="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGUd8PHLlNEbEy_8D5Q2UZKVEzn0W4uCiSKZopMkxyK7SFCf4i5dfcDCOXDgvSszzUH35LhZG6lNA4bbZ0HAXLzjYfEWhn4GHDkzAjTFfCAYrfRrsp1tGHbBNQgobdGK3a5wxGQR02-1fSTJ9dEIVowNe8jH6TmOoz1OR8XUC86ynxeXoK6s8yRcDxq33c/s1600/-%20FOLLOW.png" /></a></p> <br /> <br /> <br clear="all" /><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/AVvXsEjGN-vXol5pHyZKOhN43pvfwCEBSY76hzMiC4p5NlBzwZ4lRsUaNEBRVqqxAL-e3wrlNSOrAWnIvnNpjMjbneLGg3zWR0-6ApBWIqwC3yKMDF5Hhgrp1s-UNmF5BpRsMJ32PyD3vmpTwVW-/s1600/7.jpg" />  <br /><center><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/city/65-penang-things-to-do/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>• BOOK DISCOUNTED TOURS IN PENANG •</strong></font></a></center>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-9734037179949638832023-11-15T22:29:00.001+08:002023-12-17T12:20:23.972+08:00MALAYSIA | THE GREAT PENANG FOOD TRIP ~ WHERE TO EAT IN PENANG, HAWKERS EDITION<p><img title="Penang Food Trip" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Penang Food Trip" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZFPtlRTkADUE9b6MfG83gurjAqMkcIstgrKO0R2Bi6k5iwtCOjx1p4Nxo4z3QV2oBd8oYqf52O1RYWV9w6BovaHGsy_XzWIwxjvw861sGuoMRtNWQnTZS8kF5JH9LJ4U5OtlJ49cQV4v0/s1600/1.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p>The moment we landed at Penang’s International Airport, we knew right away that we’d be in for a culinary treat. Besides the numerous TV shows and write-ups about the city’s food, a brochure along the airport’s corridor confirmed everything--it listed each and every dish we needed to sample in Penang and where to get it too! Nifty, eh?!</p> <a name='more'></a> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://skyscanner.pxf.io/B0z6Mx" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>FIND THE CHEAPEST FLIGHT TO PENANG</strong></font></a></center> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong> PENANG FOOD TRIP</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS ~ WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/penang-food-trip-malaysia.html#JOOI_HOOI_CAFE">Jooi Hooi Cafe</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/penang-food-trip-malaysia.html#MEE_GORENG_MAMAK_LEBUH_ARMENIAN">Mee Goreng Mamak Lebuh Armenian</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/penang-food-trip-malaysia.html#ULTIMAXX_CAFE">Ultimaxx Cafe</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/penang-food-trip-malaysia.html#LEBUH_KIMBERLY_NIGHT_MARKET">Lebuh Kimberly Night Market</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/penang-food-trip-malaysia.html#GURNEY_DRIVE_HAWKER_CENTER">Gurney Drive Hawker Center</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/penang-food-trip-malaysia.html#TOH_SOON_CAFE">Toh Soon Café</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/penang-food-trip-malaysia.html#new-lane-hawker-center">New Lane Hawker Centre</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/penang-food-trip-malaysia.html#tanjung-bungah-market">Tanjung Bungah Mppp Food Court & Market</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/penang-food-trip-malaysia.html#kannaas-bamboo-masalla-briyani-restaurant">Kannaas Bamboo Masalla Briyani Restaurant</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/penang-food-trip-malaysia.html#duck-blood-curry-mee-restaurant">Duck Blood Curry Mee Restaurant</a></li> </ol>   ► <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html"><strong>WHAT TO SEE IN GEORGE TOWN PENANG</strong></a> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&city=16087" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>CHECK FOR AFFORDABLE HOTELS IN PENANG</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="JOOI_HOOI_CAFE" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">JOOI HOOI CAFÉ</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>ADDRESS:</strong> 475 JALAN PENANG, GEORGETOWN | <strong>OPEN HOURS:</strong> 11AM TO 5:30PM | <strong>GPS COORDINATES MAP:</strong></font><font size="1"> <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/kEKpM5DcvHF2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5.417129, 100.330583</a></font></p> <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 title="Jooi Hooi Cafe Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Jooi Hooi Cafe Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPE2yzfOyodMCdQl4xcNlSgIBTe9FI435H4A0RA6PXrIX6lLmVvJH_N5TKxhUAVckpli5i7fywIEalOPgapImCHVvqWsTL61DLV1Hp-2Lyh2P7NFMqmICZrPXZ6St4n85HqQ1LyFHMGeCb/s1600/2.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;">THE CRAMPED DINING HALL OF JOOI HOOI CAFE IN PENANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Jooi Hooi Café was one of the first food places we tried in <a href="http://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/georgetown-penang-history-street-art.html" target="_blank"><strong>Georgetown</strong></a>. At the time, we weren’t really aware that this is <em>the</em> place to get your <i>asam laksa</i> and <i>char kway teow</i> fix in the city. It was pure chance that we passed by this hole-in-the-wall at the corner of Jalan Penang and Lebuh Keng Kwee and saw multitudes of people trooping inside. A throng of people lining up, both locals and tourists, on an eatery is an excellent measure on how good a place is.</p> <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 title="Jooi Hooi Cafe Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Jooi Hooi Cafe Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8ZQol3sPq8vjgLCnVRLnLY7P4_UYj9jyyR2tB8fzVvtl4I_Hl1dhkzctls_4Y04uvU9PAACmWRYqgkGcYVM97LJmKKQ9gWoOYBpYnSIhZkVALMYil5i8U8nfBX7KC1fuv3JZR3wemiAZa/s1600/3.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;">KUEH PIE TEE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The place is packed, the tables and chairs were tightly spaced, and it was quite hot inside. We sat ourselves on one end of the café and ordered a bowl of <i>asam laksa, kueh pie tee</i> and <i>kopi ais</i>. We heard so much about Penang’s version of <i>laksa</i> that we were literally salivating as we asked it, we love <em>laksa!</em></p> <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 title="Jooi Hooi Cafe Georgetown Penang Laksa" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Jooi Hooi Cafe Georgetown Penang Laksa" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN3wdTm9Kf-CGcO20xqVN-hHnPvjbfn-qLosETOio_ygAUCtYy5azts8tYwI18ORXJnOBuE6onQw84UD7iY9FpvEU8ReKvTU4aMEWLXdUQ4WUDAz3n-fZlfS-bQuRQDJJuFtNqyMgF1Mm-/s1600/4.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;">ASAM LAKSA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We nibbled on our <strong>kueh pie tee</strong>, a mix of shredded bamboo shoots and turnips on edible <em>pie tee</em> cups, while waiting for the <em>laksa</em> to be finally laid on our table. We were quite surprised that it isn’t milky at all, like how we liked our <strong>laksa</strong> in Singapore, but rather it has a clearer broth with a reddish tinge. It turns out that Penang does their <em>laksa</em> differently, instead of using coconut milk, the soup is flavored with mackerel fish flakes, tamarind <i>(asam),</i> lemongrass, mint, and chili--which results to a sour than usual broth. </p> <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 title="Jooi Hooi Cafe Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Jooi Hooi Cafe Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-Nh2tIxrS5CIY7_F1VuW6hrQKSLFhb-IfQUD0vE5jQR9ptIn8ugme3K6RxEIjUZMMrBMcsU8ilQ9prky8vAdTBPKfAjATD6lOsU27KuWrBZZZPf2jH0C8sGyPV3lWJAKBOQaU78GAKb-J/s1600/5.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;">KOPI AIS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Unfortunately, we found it to be unsuitable for our taste; it was way too fishy for us. We quickly washed it off with <strong>kopi ais </strong>(iced coffee), which was smashingly good. I asked a local acquaintance about this, since I was quite disturbed that I didn’t like <i>asam laksa,</i> Penang’s most famous dish. He told me not to worry, as it is indeed, an acquired taste.</p> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/city/65-penang-things-to-do/?aid=824" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK DISCOUNTED TOURS IN PENANG</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="MEE_GORENG_MAMAK_LEBUH_ARMENIAN" align="center" face="Century Gothic"><font size="5">MEE GORENG MAMAK LEBUH ARMENIAN</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>ADDRESS:</strong> JALAN MASJID KAPITAN KELING COR.<font size="1"> LEBUH ARMENIAN, GEORGETOWN | <strong>GPS COORDINATES MAP:</strong> </font><a href="https://goo.gl/maps/KVY2Wwau4xr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="1">5.415467, 100.337116</font></a></font></p> <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 title="Mee Goreng Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mee Goreng Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrqouDYpaxUKDLGV2oUXcrDHc9hIxqgkQ1vZatutcJbH4qDQa1bERsbQVva3MnsZL7mlWXblSl6KYNj5d0kxvfZAAh2xBEvJzYcgnXExMnYzN-MHxdW4pzS5KwqPmpVCD-YAKsJDfFrNnt/s1600/6.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;">THE MEE GORENG STALL AT GEORGETOWN’S LEBUH ARMENIAN</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We first came upon this noodle seller at the corner of Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling and Lebuh Armenian after visiting the <a href="http://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/kapitan-keling-mosque-penang.html" target="_blank"><strong>Kapitan Keling Mosque</strong></a> on our first trip to Penang several years ago. Always crazy for <i>mee goreng</i> (Malaysian fried noodles), we ordered a plateful from him. Barely able to speak any English, we used sign language to indicate the spiciness level of our dish.</p> <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 title="Mee Goreng Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mee Goreng Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnnUvTgtiYjqKNRxedG_BpO6i5PSBKpeOUQD3nR810JyxU7aiB8_JN8rL8hglYMwEOIYOsBoVCjMEjgeUVFGZszNoE-_czFfihXrTsTPgMyaY_pxiyn1FqmJgWtRLseJ1hoUSKKgT14R2v/s1600/7.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;">COOKING MEE GORENG LITERALLY ON THE STREETS OF PENANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <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 title="Mee Goreng Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mee Goreng Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyySdFGCw3U6ZcgVgCW6EQRmr9nfueOjfq19Vfa0MtAVgmZuNpDEuX0J-dGaTFG05Lri_s738Pz-BV3IPHrd5sFTq7XikZlCkxb22skh2PzzQ41O07KBS3lgz6BOOH8yv-m6VC53ZD899S/s1600/8.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;">MEE GORENG MAMAK-STYLE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>After cooking our lunch, <i>mamak</i>-style, he personally brought our still hot noodles to the nearby benches across the street to where we were sitting. <em>Mamak,</em> by the way, is a term used for Malaysians with Indian descent. It was one of the most remarkable <strong>mee goreng</strong> I’ve ever tried, and it even got better when a passing vendor sold us a cold bottle of beer.</p> <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 title="Mee Goreng Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mee Goreng Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUd08N-F0F-HirQU2tN96NCT_S6LvwX1omTZl4gJE3ibidAfK-kFqCyecrVeupREjlXl9GtaMhYAys59VOLMEozxuXHUQ8Oz2MbARaitmvPB8p0B94_fr7wajrsza-v45YEKPlUZ5hf4je/s1600/9.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;">THIS GUY HAS BEEN ON THIS SAME SPOT FOR YEARS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Years later, we came back to this very same spot, hoping against hope that this <em>mamak</em> hawker was still in his place. Lo and behold, he’s still there, cooking the very same <em>mee goreng!</em> This old man, apparently, has been selling his noodles at this corner for several years already, rain or shine. Curious, I checked out Google Maps’<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/5%C2%B024'55.7%22N+100%C2%B020'13.6%22E/@5.4154915,100.3369769,3a,60y,70.2h,85.04t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1s8uYHl0IHO0jX2vQ2nOIVDA!2e0!7i13312!8i6656!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x0!8m2!3d5.415467!4d100.337116" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> streetview of the place</a>, and yes, he’s right there too! We’re definitely keeping our hopes up that we’d see him again on our next visit to Penang.</p> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/fnb/65-penang/?aid=824" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK DISCOUNTED PENANG FOOD TOUR</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="ULTIMAXX_CAFE" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">ULTIMAXX CAFÉ</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>ADDRESS:</strong> PERSIARAN BAYAN INDAH, BAYAN LEPAS | <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 7AM TO 4PM | <strong>GPS COORDINATES MAP:</strong> </font><a href="https://goo.gl/maps/cXLCAz9zXpA2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="1">5.335568, 100.306280</font></a></p> <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 title="Ultimaxx Cafe Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Ultimaxx Cafe Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6FC5hWY6TquFdBY6KHrj9BwQ-J-9MWfkhgOnfo1iwBoVVh4dtd_kqs3RG_nl_2EuNtoeCCXJSP4ySd7wNrJnzLYXOl7HbGedubHWfNbeNqL8305690qNzTttqTQr4hv_jv4vUSGl430Km/s1600/10.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;">ULTIMAXX CAFE NEAR QUEENSBAY MALL PENANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Lunch came calling during one of our outings to see the Penang Bridge near Queensbay Mall along the Selatan Strait. It was noontime when we finished our quick jaunt at the mall and our even quicker view of the bridge. Not wanting to eat inside the mall, we searched for a good hawker place and found the Ultimaxx Café just right beside it.</p> <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 title="Ultimaxx Cafe Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Ultimaxx Cafe Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp9F1NUSdIL2sitK7BiqvCp6-1HoL5v5kff_shfqdx-pUAKBcfhXMSME0fG4NVSHizYmuDHCsA3h8Hm1gjmlsanQA9epeWNfqfmUgHlOa83xXBmKTrXs3zJ8fujkdHg26Zdz7xuANK6trh/s1600/11.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;">NASI GORENG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The place, as most hawker centers are, is not air-conditioned. They have the usual plastic chairs and tables surrounded by different hawker stalls selling everything from <i>asam laksa</i> to <i>char kway teow.</i> But after our experience with Jooi Hooi Café, we wanted to try something else other than <i>laksa</i>, like err, fried rice? </p> <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 title="Ultimaxx Cafe Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Ultimaxx Cafe Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgN01TVLkQfLSGFKNz2JYXxOaNWdIjXpKZ_DzKaQcjs8UzPpxWEqG6y84eThC2nN85iLfIcYIRdKEVecCwMnupwf-C3ECitfsd8o71XCsAV6d7BTQC3EdD-WTdaX9WwhRyLRDEpeOvsdeP-/s1600/12.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;">ERR, A NOODLE DISH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <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 title="Ultimaxx Cafe Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Ultimaxx Cafe Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTqNkCSRuDqEjI6OU6BDnlDChMiwpigoq8HRXCwcgiGm0OLGjshEig4wonOaOjZw9RQ6HWuK7N-tDXYf8cnulo9-j09Y-udVEudCB3KHac_9adaAsoXBme0L5kue_iF5nYiWgBdI-nliaq/s1600/13.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;">FRIED BEAN CURD AND TOFU</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <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 title="Ultimaxx Cafe Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Ultimaxx Cafe Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbRYe0EhrF9p0gI1NAvL_BoyGitxDFEyg17d_BAwk0FXqFGMSpU0X5LPgqv8vvmKyGvcUW_g5KbL9YSX1dTcgKDqLckcOugzWbk_8Mj0Vs4Krb0hVx9NhmKSyPRwvvocNZuimDI9phlXQ8/s1600/14.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;">MORE NOODLES, CAN’T REMEMBER THE NAME THOUGH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We went crazy this time, buying everything that looked good in pictures. I love how the hawkers in Malaysia have photos of the dishes they’re selling--it’s much easier that way for us <i>persiarans,</i> lol. After a few minutes of food spree, we had a total of three full dishes—<strong>nasi goreng</strong><em>,</em> two <strong>noodle dishes</strong>, a bowl of <strong>fried bean curd</strong>, and two glasses of <strong>kopi ais</strong>. <br /> <br />Ultimaxx Café might be a bit off radar for food aficionados in Penang, but we had one of our most enjoyable meals in the city right here.</p> <br /> <br /> <hr /><center><strong><font style="letter-spacing: 2px;" size="6" face="Century Gothic">2016 UPDATE</font></strong></center> <hr /> <p>We went back to Penang for our <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/04/on-road-beach-hop-asia-2016.html"><strong>Beach Hop Asia</strong></a><strong> summer trip</strong>, and of course, we ate, and ate, and ate! We got to try old favorites and new ones, and here are some of them.</p> <br /> <h2 id="LEBUH_KIMBERLY_NIGHT_MARKET" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">LEBUH KIMBERLY NIGHT MARKET</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>ADDRESS:</strong> LEBUH KIMBERLY, GEORGETOWN | <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 6PM ONWARDS | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> </font><a href="https://goo.gl/maps/bY3zo1AqNEH2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="1">5.416222, 100.332952</font></a></p> <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 title="Lebuh Kimberly Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Lebuh Kimberly Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQrjIcPXT94L0oO0aZeT33qcwBDt00Ba3owOXpTkVF5EFrZqtTLx8eo2mAUM7GU3Mbey3eLKMzfVhWSSyQRDT5oLRtfPtCyqX-qejVtX_2X9D4PHjxwTdV59CBv_OVYM1rHRVb0v5T038Q/s1600/15.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;">TYPICAL HAWKER STALL AT LEBUH KIMBERLY IN PENANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>N, a friend from the Philippines working in the city, toured us around the second time we visited Penang. From <a href="http://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/eo-hotel-penang-review.html" target="_blank"><strong>E&O Hotel</strong></a> where we were cooped up, we took a quick walk to the nearby Lebuh Kimberly where she said we would have dinner. Again, with zero knowledge about Georgetown, we were quite surprised to see a host of stalls hawking Malaysian-Chinese dishes along the length of the street sidewalks.</p> <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 title="Lebuh Kimberly Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Lebuh Kimberly Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy5vjYXKL4ImD-LjvcRBy3jdEOmaAX4vKS677jU-Jg73fBBaWMqA6yDxkSphhvD0Ly9GmdFqXsDd9zynCTaC_QPYiHJ0sm-E-RVMWUKTEkxO3QyHOEmBgUqqB_y1ymkWg9lWikVVebmeC-/s1600/16.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;">LEBUH KIMBERLY FOOD MARKET AT NIGHT</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <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 title="Lebuh Kimberly Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Lebuh Kimberly Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgylVkAQh4cuu9LxHKP9HVmMmiV3u794IX_3jIFk-fHX24ffh6LWIolRISGdDvjS2Ew7W54HODBg-BbRouKVUhoe53JZUx-jvRcuReFj00-G6IMtUviYEZnroZVNLglCId6Bgo2kgGOVXt9/s1600/17.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;">OUR CHOSEN SPOT</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Quickly securing a rare vacant table right on the street side, she proceeded on ordering our dinner for us along her favorite stalls—seems like she frequent this place quite often as I saw her being chummy with most of the vendors she spoke with (thanks N!).</p> <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 title="Lebuh Kimberly Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Lebuh Kimberly Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1VVsETYySLFmGNneHS_v6Ggx9QxDlG52F7S2189d2u2vIVGUsnJsvQKjIhL-ROABHb86XSJ32EBrQU7dJxlHaQxiikBXzEUYBpOhAz6V_hbjIrcyY0ZRTG4sCz6yDs8lXx51yqJQu-5fJ/s1600/18.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;">KWAY CHAP</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <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 title="Lebuh Kimberly Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Lebuh Kimberly Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3-NbOTzYm4js34UtJCSqWsm4rykze3ibVOFOYeZuDLpfx1bpEB553567T_kLYm3KyUIfcZK3-5OHIrlQmJzDKdER5jpGVWZCVZN4Ef5fErFdwB-WJHsq47VEcP1oIyjwWbrDMOxy2Uf33/s1600/19.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;">FRIED TOFU, BEANCURD AND LOBAK</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>After much <em>terimakasih</em>-ing, she plunked a bowl of <strong>kway chap</strong>—braised flat noodles all over braised pork innards—and a plate of <strong>fried tofu, lobak, and bean curds</strong> on our table. The former looked quite intimidating, with its dark broth and unknown pork parts swimming along the dark steaming soup, its thick flat noodles didn’t help either. The fried everything was superb though!</p> <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 title="Lebuh Kimberly Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Lebuh Kimberly Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZRCx59j64UuzTFBNdBioApJiQ91Y7RTGI6dhEn_ErwGnP2aqSnB7m_N5YXVC8DQoaLc9UTMkQPo_IBVrkAFLFPFWQybbAGGkhbqWVnEMGBoBgjxoGvivLEhAR24okcCbza2t59sh80s6C/s1600/20.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;">MEE GORENG STALL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We also saw hawkers selling <em>mee goreng,</em> but we were, surprisingly, too full from what we ate that we passed off on ordering a plate. Imagine that, eh? More than the food, I guess the charm of Lebuh Kimberly comes from having your fill right along one of the historic streets of Georgetown.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="GURNEY_DRIVE_HAWKER_CENTER" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">GURNEY DRIVE HAWKER CENTER</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>ADDRESS:</strong> SOLOK GURNEY, GEORGETOWN | <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 6:30PM ONWARDS | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> </font><a href="https://goo.gl/maps/QhPFYPmbuUs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="1">5.440006, 100.308950</font></a></p> <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 title="Gurney Drive Hawker Center Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Gurney Drive Hawker Center Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKZ7ilYOpSJoWdXC_datk_9TxLU_r5kOJUWbKYiOJWvbJw3jhxJZP30NHrD6Csmy51Fmrhnnp7xKVl-0SBIjqSthUT_hPrOEu06iZ9raFr1GKP0X1IS-jJ_ajJjRNI3wRcRHWcM-fK13-I/s1600/21.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;">GURNEY DRIVE HAWKER CENTER</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>One of the most famous hawker centers in Penang is located at the upscale Gurney Drive area. I know, a hawker center on a posh area? Most Penangites really don’t care much for this place, claiming the food here is overrated and quite overpriced. But being the tourists that we are, we simply have to try it out and judge for ourselves (not that we’re good food judges, lol).</p> <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 title="Gurney Drive Hawker Center Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Gurney Drive Hawker Center Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNHxaHANrwgxwtNiMUzjduz5d2X1Tilr_Omd3QfuudnfZTUZRaFufTdHvUwVuPOB_C77dlPgPYOlrUYLHtwJaXhYR-PC2_kNXoT3151-pMW1Ys4_w-IvlE6LOTpZbpD5YWt4z395LvReut/s1600/22.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;">INDIAN ROJAK, WE WOULD’VE ORDERED BUT THE PRICING WAS TOO CONFUSING</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The Gurney Drive Hawker Center is located on a center island in between Persiaran Gurney and a smaller road, Solok Gurney 1. The place is filled by local stalls divided into three sections; Chinese, Malay, and <em>Mamak</em> cuisine. It looks relatively cleaner than most hawker stalls in Penang and there are, surprisingly, a lot of locals eating at the tables. Well, so much for what the Internet says.</p> <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 title="Gurney Drive Hawker Center Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Gurney Drive Hawker Center Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgbjnMwK_izYu6wTNKcxbHYR4OGK_qNxgx1HHLWknTL-ruRkPqD62nI8VQqKPo8c4Bk7Ms0KcTYrzZOJXrYwyysU514VNrf9BYs_Wn6ECT5FOfO5exvGr6lUxWg4YGB9KlA8TqlPlDpJKV/s1600/23.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;">FRIED CRISPY CHICKEN SKIN</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>For starters, we bought a plate of crisply <strong>fried chicken skin</strong>, which was quite ordinary, to say the least, while waiting for our bowl of <i>asam laksa</i> and <i>char kway teow</i>. <em>Asam laksa?!</em> Yes, we’re giving this famous Penang noodle soup another try just to be sure we weren’t really missing anything.</p> <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 title="Gurney Drive Hawker Center Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Gurney Drive Hawker Center Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilslVq0SSDvlNc1TvcdnIETqHubpkNggbrp1cpcDFqgROF2Jof6jmwZUSP0z3RMyh0aNyat_KYY9dPy-kC5NoaDUhQ7N6Hh_9FQNZzgFwxyUl6Gt22IW2QzzvWZCKhNLpMPm3-X56KNFz_/s1600/24.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;">ASAM LAKSA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The famous Penang noodle soup arrived on our table quick enough, and it looked almost exactly the same as the first bowl we ordered years back; reddish soup, fish flakes floating on the surface. With trepidation, we spooned a mouthful and decided that <strong>Penang laksa</strong> isn’t really for us.</p> <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 title="Gurney Drive Hawker Center Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Gurney Drive Hawker Center Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbskCwQHpJ2C_Ca8m8OTefMgsLkj4_15kxG5_KM4IRg-QkwdeSRXgsGZygwwQvD8HH6wf0kw047ukqB0zfC00BdRHGQfiS3CaJUSu0Rh093qT9c56g6HdIsLuLBXKNIw_Zg5R4XtgKYC2N/s1600/25.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;">CHAR KOAY TEOW</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>What’s for us though is Penang’s other famous street food, the tongue twisting <strong>char kway teow</strong>. I usually don’t dig thick noodles, but I love this dish, even though I cannot for the life of me pronounce it. It’s basically fried thick noodles set with eggs, bean sprouts, and prawns. The flavor is twice milder than my favorite <i>mee goreng,</i> but I love it all the same. <br /> <br />Indeed, the offerings at Gurney Drive may be quite average, but in terms of selection, you can’t hardly go wrong here. I recommend it for first time Penang visitors who want a good cross-section of what the city has to offer when it comes to food.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="TOH_SOON_CAFE" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">TOH SOON CAFÉ</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>ADDRESS:</strong> LEBUH CAMPBELL, GEORGETOWN | <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 8AM TO 6PM | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> </font><a href="https://goo.gl/maps/TuyC1q3e2LK2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font size="1">5.418923, 100.332025</font></a></p> <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 title="Toh Soon Cafe Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Toh Soon Cafe Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZyhMajbHKQlrukfj7ZTOGOXPzcRZYGwdmHQ6w5s3847XzxMtdmsTHFl1RrB93KeeW895HXbyapXfDobed9a9few8UeMdlHtPp1hA0Z606Psz11EAF-OBZ2uLMydhfe2p_Bdn9dfnwMpt_/s1600/26.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;">TOH SOON CAFE, SET ON AN ALLEY BETWEEN TWO BUILDINGS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>During one of those rare hours when we actually went out of our hotel in Georgetown (too hot!), we found this curious hawker place tucked in one of the narrow alleys of Lebuh Campbell. Toh Soon Café, a sign says. We excused our way in through the tight tables and found us a seat after waiting for a few minutes, this place looks quite popular with the locals, a good indication.</p> <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 title="Toh Soon Cafe Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Toh Soon Cafe Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEit3Nf3a4vA3ER3cEPg2MMiVka2DNO7pAyDUYzf7lREwcwphUNErb7Yuo6ygZa7nyir8R1tJySOxVI-ysnDCflEHx8WxCx9vS-Ie1B2dcrlJUYdaADIfG8R8g1244HTFlZU9UGxRkAO8USs/s1600/27.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;">HOW THEY TOAST IT HERE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We have absolutely no idea then what we would eat here, it’s just that the crowd attracted us and so did the <em>legitness</em> of its location. While waiting, we were quite shocked when we saw one of the staff toast loaves of white bread on the belly of a rusted drum filled with smoldering coals. What the heck did we get into!? </p> <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 title="Toh Soon Cafe Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Toh Soon Cafe Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlrZodMgND2xYaqQz-k_zzlblFCS8JXa7al42Mm1wqMf4ErDvDUDzNGVNFS2hDOz4R_jpAR6zpajA1i8wlG5I4hk2e5QWmBxgNaXmR-xXLJ95G0g39FRbYH1b09dpAUf5tdh2pmXcp_B6q/s1600/28.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;">PREPARING OUR KOPI AIS AT TOH SOON CAFE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Coffee and toasts, that’s the only thing Toh Soon Café offers, and just look at how they do their toasts! We were flabbergasted! Still, we ordered a batch of those metal drum-toasted bread, an egg, and a couple of <em>kopi ais</em>. It was perfect since we really weren’t too keen on anything heavy to eat.</p> <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 title="Toh Soon Cafe Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Toh Soon Cafe Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiTpVRJGqdO8KMoVrnLsTTO1U1kJGouue2kY68zqBNzmrjaMOXfbkdyPibavpdjZiyr9mbdF9glP3X5tRvR2jXXAsJSF8LTs2kOw5Rmw7LV4v1TtJw8Q7UZ0xSfmW8F1hfCD0mhJbsZ654/s1600/29.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;">TOAST AND EGG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The <strong>toast</strong> was wonderfully crisp and was lathered with what seemed like peanut butter. It went perfectly well with our cold coffee. The egg, on the other hand, was a complete mystery. Plunked on a cup, it was very, very soft and looked barely cooked; we absolutely have no idea what to do with it.</p> <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 title="Toh Soon Cafe Georgetown Penang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Toh Soon Cafe Georgetown Penang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvz1H5rCf6xKgWztN2nUw7NzjmO1b7SUhF01YBvpU-o3YITSyV_YS9EAXLZKSf9M2FwOPE54IKnzaDD99WsFfX8c-2phgEAB-KjosfK8lBAYvD2oP0Nwbhyphenhyphent76qucQ8oOdZoKRlITS4QDV/s1600/30.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;">KOPI AIS FOR TAKE-AWAY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Looking around and taking cue from other customers, we saw them gulping the egg straight down. We’re no Rocky Balboa and we ain’t definitely doing that. What we did instead was add a pinch of salt and pepper to the gooey mess and dipped our crispy toasts on it. It may not be the proper way to eat it but it worked quite well for us!</p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.lakadpilipinas.com/search/label/Beach%20Hop%20Asia+2016?&max-results=8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><img style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQ_sF_uzC_nLFzcLPfKSEVrkXN3jb-js3fiHPvuxYXFp4TOqBX4VtVMafb2EmUBWbi3gkvoFUk0M0j6pxtfp8oEOoixEBYZNWZqtu7TTe-YZmf_p_rb1tF6bofzQvxmH5xxKc-D78mlqmb/s1600/19.png" /></a></p> <br /> <br /> <hr /><center><strong><font style="letter-spacing: 2px;" size="6" face="Century Gothic">2023 UPDATE</font></strong></center> <hr /> <p>On our first post-pandemic trip, Penang was the first city outside the Philippines we visited. We now have a toddler with us, and he’s gonna be tagging along for the continuation of our Penang food trip.</p> <br /> <h2 id="new-lane-hawker-center" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">NEW LANE HAWKER CENTRE</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>ADDRESS:</strong> LORONG BARU, GEORGETOWN | <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 4PM TO 11PM, CLOSED WED | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/x3WWLpEaLkXjj3Nu8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5.414807, 100.326520</a></font></p> <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 title="New Lane Hawker Centre Georgetown Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="New Lane Hawker Centre Georgetown Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp974J408wLLjjGWbKge2IchzSmb3EwMfkHEzaYgfB-X5NXn9FAn9gmAosXywfVRcTOLJlRZiSZR28qXRxRMsbQK3sqvBrMzrFxwO5YY8IaZrpF16JShDWAZRHG9v6j4ms6x3Pls50ppgTBuAYwoomdv6gDSkhJUDQjZxUmVF3pZQMYjmF1-3yxpqOItFY/s1600/20230721-PENANG-P9-0092-SharpenAI-motion3.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;">THE SCENE AT NEW LANE HAWKER CENTRE PENANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Our first taste of post-pandemic Penang was at the New Lane Hawker Centre. The heavy crowd was a bit of a shock for us—we’re still trying to get used to mingling with people. The area is very much alive with locals and tourists on the hunt for the best Penang food.</p> <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 title="New Lane Hawker Centre Georgetown Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="New Lane Hawker Centre Georgetown Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2h3s8bYEcbwjgu4LfcodXLV6ZBbVBUHfXrELIsrYolRoKFtcbSbzY2VZhyE3F3AHr20OXDNKT_1DOUeKmW23XdDoKSI1HY_OR_ZuMeSQFMttpasL66dvYG96IymgRqFj6LmaJ4uLnvEZ-hOP5fFza3kv1FGy-URqrEGM4TCAuOdTE7AxcdYSBqtQkDxDd/s1600/20230721-PENANG-A6000S-0038.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;">THE ROAD AS THE HAWKER CENTRE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>New Lane Hawker Centre isn’t really a hawker center per se, it’s actually a street with stalls lining both sides of the road—tables and chairs are located on the parallel sidewalks and open areas. A local food vlogger, <b>Steven Goh </b>of<b> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nMnV3mfEPc4" rel="nofollow">48 Holiao</a></b>, herded us to the best stalls this side of Penang. It’s good that we actually have a food guide with us as we were quite overwhelmed with what to eat. </p> <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 title="New Lane Hawker Centre Georgetown Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="New Lane Hawker Centre Georgetown Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiyCU_js8t2SiuWKcKje0FABnouMk0QslhZt8dE0A-hLZLqYZe5SrZkewrP3XNi8WSrADYtfA1yRTwp3jJHT1yxR1c4oQvD63S_eHNT7xftb6XGTisngj9yTy8kWWndVdr647HkOD_COAJoEGqEbLYjFdHHTj4NXELOOcFOMhrnZi5qaT3N2NgOdxbTnu2/s1600/20230721-PENANG-P9-0084.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;">OUR ORDERS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Soon, our table was filled with plates of <i>char kway teow, hokkien mee mixed with lor mee</i>, and <i>cuttlefish kang kung.</i></p> <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 title="Honey Glazed Roast Chicken New Lane Hawker Centre Georgetown Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Honey Glazed Roast Chicken New Lane Hawker Centre Georgetown Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwjw9d5eFfVYIvwrZwBfmPXagu10_jAibdg47Fm3au-zqWcSqMoKxUNqO96-_HpUVrkad2aNIPKI8Z28KUHlP9IdYBeeqnmwysSRccjwMo0pYkoX44cd0g84pKgywR5En4GeqRqXUb1AlazgF5h3WAC0hyphenhyphenQ9gA8Frf1NEJV4Qo-iL4HFOjw63VveJ9kZ_T/s1600/20230721-PENANG-A6000S-0031.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;">HONEY ROAST CHICKEN ~ </span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Since most of what we ordered were on the spicy side, we separately ordered <i>honey-glazed roast chicken</i> and <i>apom manis</i> for Akira. The <b>honey chicken </b>was actually very good, that we ended up taking not a few bits from his plate. The <b>apom manis</b>, which is traditional Malaysian pancakes filled with either banana, sweet corn, or coconut. The kid chose banana and it was perfect for his, and our, dessert.</p> <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 title="Char Kway Teow New Lane Hawker Centre Georgetown Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Char Kway Teow New Lane Hawker Centre Georgetown Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxj8ESEYIPmBafhhOYjQCRmz_42vaTXrPlIKb2aNtt03KXNlIdsYiXkKe1x3i0RBqJO_3LFsPnYL1HiYAe0AZrNOfEgd31nHSTWyqb-iXwTyN3ybL-EDKr_Ubc93vS8rk4w-e0vyWwbumh3YH1j3JJjdotWPwnTTOFHILlx3MpPo8Qbz4ymIA57pH29tOr/s1600/20230721-PENANG-A6000S-0023.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;">CHAR KWAY TEOW ~ MYR 14.00</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>I absolutely love the <b>char kway teow</b>, which was served with crab meat, huge prawns, and has that signature charred taste achieved with cooking with a very hot wok. I heartily declared it as one of the best I’ve tried in Penang.</p> <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 title="Char Kway Teow New Lane Hawker Centre Georgetown Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Char Kway Teow New Lane Hawker Centre Georgetown Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguiwcMgIDqo1aChfTYKnjGoQ2B79M4IdSqOsk49_H0e65cvCwhVQzznil_qQzaEw5og6WZsYAi4P_-9C_j5xHLisYdXBeUoohrFcJwTjw_FK2lldVXTeS_DmZbxBGU2rxuwj3KpdeYKjE4To5gnDvHVojtqyePV79HwQQM4k03MbOoyPT9UMOMBXbhhyzn/s1600/20230721-PENANG-A6000B-0013.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;">OUR VERY FLAMBOYANT CHAR KWAY TEOW VENDOR</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>There’s actually a famous <em>char kway teow</em> stall at the New Lane Hawker Centre, the <strong>Charcoal Seafood Char Koay Teow</strong> which has been serving the dish for forty years, but we chose a different one since the line was just too long and the uncle manning the stall we bought our noodle from was very flamboyant. According to him, he’s also about forty years in the business, and if his noodle isn’t as good as that from the other stall, we need not pay, lol.</p> <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 title="Hokkien Mee With Lor Mee New Lane Hawker Centre Georgetown Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Hokkien Mee With Lor Mee New Lane Hawker Centre Georgetown Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-pGTBUWGHbRtQgnnnbT_KrlfuOY-t0zWToJOcd95jALCVW0I0LLnjBwLiHJCSoKvlQKceg64TFX_VQLbliC0ckI6rQfovl15PyRNkPpfIr6YO55LusyZZ4oY2Mx11awmswE9vX3LjL0QtAhz9a3l96_J0T_iMfkni4eG3l3BPq62mKkcB3MANlCbnP_Tb/s1600/20230721-PENANG-A6000S-0009.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;">HOKKIEN MEE WITH LOR MEE ~ <span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">MYR</span> 6.50</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The <b>hokkien mee</b>, which is a dry egg noodle dish, was also savory good. But the one we tried was quite unique since it was was mixed with <b>lor mee</b>, which is a soup-based starch noodle dish. That’s two superb dishes, in one go. And again, it’s served by a stall who’s been in the business for fifty two years.</p> <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 title="Cuttlefish Kang Kung New Lane Hawker Centre Georgetown Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Cuttlefish Kang Kung New Lane Hawker Centre Georgetown Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwLd80q55VZpvJcM6Kcfw_HCdn7yz3lcRCXx7MWOe9ONIIC__byDT3VVyjkmEWNe6dT1C5ED54qUeL8kNbRUtrXPJ2alZm9f9LK-bVHJ1Ix75kvWVUYOfhzmguhpXocUCO4Ecby0cIfKmyevOnxy98mzoSU9O2G0dy7Jxbgt9PQxci-Iao1k6pGgemo7XS/s1600/20230721-PENANG-A6000S-0024.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;">CUTTLEFISH KANG KUNG ~ MYR 20.00</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The <b>cuttlefish kang kung</b> was a surprise for me, as I initially thought it won’t be any good. The cuttlefish actually tasted like tender squid and it went well with the blanched water spinach. The two are lathered with a sweet salty gravy, prawn paste, and sprinkled with crushed peanuts.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="tanjung-bungah-market" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">TANJUNG BUNGAH MPPP FOOD COURT & MARKET</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>ADDRESS:</strong> JALAN SUNGAI KELIAN, TANJUNG BUNGAH | <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 7AM TO 12NN, DAILY | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/mxMvHVgC5aUsKg5N6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5.464207, 100.284935</a></font></p> <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 title="Tanjung Bungah MPPP Food Court & Market Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Bungah MPPP Food Court & Market Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5-19I8pu2xDON91GAU2GtAIGfxSHDUrmaKrogEor5qZoyeIi8C5POkcALHpynBRM7x5saNy4zZNj7ZeTmvZ11GbC2yNnYEmLsg5Kdg2ssOtPSLwSoTn_ohplNoBxKMkYCmjggipVfjGyWuQC3JN8HnCl7g8Z-U1d8YWY3rvF1rtpkHqkE7XZMb4Ds774k/s1600/20230722-PENANG-P9-0011.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;">TANJUNG BUNGAH MARKET’S HAWKER CENTRE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Another place I frequented during our recent visit was the hawker center at the <strong>Tanjung Bungah Market</strong>. I usually drop by the area early in the morning for my daily walk. The market itself is quite interesting, so much varieties of noodles and dimsums. I would’ve bought heaps, but it would’ve been hard to bring it with us back home, us being on just the first leg of our trip.</p> <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 title="Roti Canai Tanjung Bungah MPPP Food Court & Market Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Roti Canai Tanjung Bungah MPPP Food Court & Market Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSHWKJEMrr-cLn87G-dIIL4_tDREsahb1-VFPnHUBdSDCW6T79Vg9NXL47ab6jFbXA_I7pl01Jdidfpcn7UhEk61IjN9ZfhpkZVCMVI_ShpLV-2R5Mx49Ft13rd7uvDT86X3yq9145HAjaFy6CVWqvKBXv4pYZN86Uy1HWRz0QoqMHMOnaMOe8fetwJYgC/s1600/20230722-PENANG-P9-0021.jpg" width="348" height="464" /> <img title="Roti Canai Tanjung Bungah MPPP Food Court & Market Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Roti Canai Tanjung Bungah MPPP Food Court & Market Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSxi7yTPpWG_xMqDRO5iodT5SYe7S1BVKYeomAt_xHsW8HHV1QprI5-FTSveGosiRLrUPPFSplj4eECqJDqizp_Qf4Eb-x0ElBYEBkMJFeJ9A-Y91Q3KDbH9g0R6khlBrAc_Wj5QD_h1WrKQyLZzbPknmSUbc86vS_-smv4bCaTWteqCZaMP24WTwhq3u2/s1600/20230722-PENANG-P9-0023.jpg" width="348" height="464" /></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;">MY DAILY FIX OF ROTI CANAI ~ MYR 1.50</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Since I’m supposed to be exercising to lose weight, hence my morning walk, I usually just limit my meal at the Tanjung Bungah MPPP Food Court to a couple of <b>roti canai</b>—which is quite good especially with a glass of <b>kopi ais</b>.</p> <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 title="Noodles Tanjung Bungah Market Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Noodles Tanjung Bungah Market Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwM-woqKTrBA_g5ab5sotgPOak35xQWamP6PKIAICEr5aauqii1aeAX3DcUL36jpGx5JndWQww-Uu2cYcx5nl0LMla_Uo8fSVHb6Y2wglQLCRKZOlNT6o0OYEIYdW5V3dcmtaIe70Lula4Ht2b97b32s8gEksCgsig2RsPB7Jv274bVgClMUoeAcYYIORI/s1600/20230722-PENANG-P9-0013.jpg" width="348" height="523" /> <img title="Dimsums Tanjung Bungah Market Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Dimsums Tanjung Bungah Market Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiamS9xRgKfz_7ze1AQ6EXbehA-xdXEgP6XjQSMQw9kTywj7Pt0M75Npccgc2EzOv3rVy30tBe8EJp5DMLWDqtoYjCWFLUISbSKlQW8lFnccAbGAr2FliLrb_C0vM_Ukd014EOXLPipJlHo9HCi9uItJ7Osp_570oJc-ZRxWMB2Q9F_JHVo6lpI6Sm5KvuF/s1600/20230722-PENANG-P9-0014.jpg" width="348" height="523" /></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;">FOOD BEING SOLD AT THE WET MARKET PROPER</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>I do longingly look at folks forking their mee goreng and <em>char kway teow</em> while I dunk my crispy-soft roti on curry and chick pea gravies. Also, I heard that there’s a stall hawking a really good <em>hokkien prawn mee </em>here. Pfttt, next time. </p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="kannaas-bamboo-masalla-briyani-restaurant" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">KANNAAS BAMBOO MASALLA BRIYANI RESTAURANT</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>ADDRESS:</strong> LEBUH CHINA, GEORGETOWN | <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 9AM TO 10:30PM, DAILY | <strong>GPS MAP: </strong><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/RTbCwd8r4gBqsgjz8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5.418218, 100.339367</a></font></p> <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 title="Kannaas Bamboo Masalla Briyani Restaurant Georgetown Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Kannaas Bamboo Masalla Briyani Restaurant Georgetown Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvaYWLQanK81LgAEjj6_trZQuLcp_ipkwDh2GEcjv_FvAxhUWRKmpFuva8y2KhK8KfWbqv0_MknafK_JAKc0mUUkf5mmxXkjG_7wZk0Zjf0KQrq42fHcuNf8381xxsDiR7_-Lzfu9I3BHfTj16f754VePIFA9TuDF4RoStYANb1ksMM9euJ0xN1mOLW0Lu/s1600/20230723-PENANG-P9-0105.jpg" width="369" height="492" /> <img title="Kannaas Bamboo Masalla Briyani Restaurant Georgetown Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Kannaas Bamboo Masalla Briyani Restaurant Georgetown Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJI-NeOcH8t-d2t1zo1a78jmWqmIQTjvBEaNpe0UOIM1MiSMdhKz2SB0zpyLbMWaQ7YoatHs_WgwxfatEcWdbYw4hedZNgsV2Eq2_4k9InOMUCouK3yjWgqJIcLQjpNREWg7V2KSbGFE0Ueb7gt1AQsNL-To_M25rbFj86JY8d5JYTtx1OiNni6sUYDlYn/s1600/20230723-PENANG-P9-0106.jpg" width="328" height="492" /></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;">AT THE KANNAAS BAMBOO MASALLA BRIYANI RESTAURANT</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Looking for a place to sit while our son naps the afternoon away as we explore Georgetown, we chanced upon Kannaas Bamboo Masalla Briyani Restaurant at Penang’s <strong>Little India</strong> area. Of course, we’re not wasting the opportunity to eat while the kid sleeps.</p> <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 title="Mee Goreng Chapatti Kannaas Bamboo Masalla Briyani Restaurant Georgetown Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mee Goreng Chapatti Kannaas Bamboo Masalla Briyani Restaurant Georgetown Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR4EcJ5lEnxGfDyk5ngG-pFey3XLdNSwuxyAc4ddCy0miiiY_BsSmLQ9JNR4cu8Ezm7qpDLBI5eRE0vwuA-Y12adhuu2HvUvCcsoIjUtMHJByMxSoa0R1uFK0TACI7Le8KVRLhV-lAREctWrz1XM5E12JC7Yy2I-3lVXawuCTwetFfZhSlsmAICZNrwP63/s1600/20230723-PENANG-P30-0004.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;">MEE GORENG AYAM MYR 8.50, CHAPATTI SET MYR 3.00, KOPI AIS MYR 2.30, TEH TARIK MYR 2.30</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>While their specialty is <em>bamboo masala biryani</em>, we ignored it and ordered our favorite plate of <b>mee goreng ayam</b>. We mistakenly thought it would come with a fried chicken on the side. Instead, the <i>ayam</i> was chopped and was mixed with the noodles, bones and all—making for a very hard to eat noodle dish as we kept on getting bits of bone with every forkful. Nevertheless, it was still very very good and very very spicy. <br /> <br />Two orders of their <b>chapatti set</b> and a lovely cold pair of <b>kopi ais</b> and <b>teh tarik</b> completed our meal.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="duck-blood-curry-mee-restaurant" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">DUCK BLOOD CURRY MEE RESTAURANT</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>ADDRESS:</strong> 223B JALAN BURMA, GEORGETOWN | <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 12NN TO 10PM, CLOSED THU | <strong>GPS MAP:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/hhWnHCH6BQiaAMk89" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5.423771, 100.321023</a></font></p> <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 title="Duck Blood Curry Mee Restaurant Georgetown Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Duck Blood Curry Mee Restaurant Georgetown Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFtXm9ii1kG7nZY21FOrYk5uy1xBGl1KgmzQ5Bj8zkXAsstcmYvGc72-FgnfKc1MQthWmPKzhTQGhU4vIWJ_DdJ3ANjjgGoF7gZIGNtn6Q-bC1A-DE_fjTGry3bZ0BcPIJKlsbwYAZf-DTTP-olRHgjncgE-Bwm-VYl5rPQ0VZ5yFunbFNJXz9yJ-nTJcu/s1600/20230724-PENANG-P9-0062.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;">OUR SPREAD</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We mentioned to Steve that we like curry mee, and he immediately scheduled an <i>eat-a-thon</i> at one of the best curry mee restaurants in Penang, the Duck Blood Curry Mee Restaurant. It was walking distance from <b>The George</b> where we were staying, so to burn a few calories in reserve for what’s ahead, we walked.</p> <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 title="Duck Blood Curry Mee Restaurant Georgetown Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Duck Blood Curry Mee Restaurant Georgetown Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrffboXVoDl3SmxXUbiAUbcdRfkJZDY5VpncHndVvV60hkMufEIsff1WRdtGRqwzs-KLapEoYjAqLFo4fFjhsbxIjXk6KczUSZW2G6zq5zd7uxPMV3tfWMeEFePjWpuJwTz75fvErIuvVR6OgjUooxu5qrgM3VGxEUUKbs0IjznxOpJR8jhq6e-pInsxYQ/s1600/20230724-PENANG-A6000B-0031.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;">DUCK BLOOD CURRY MEE RESTAURANT IN GEORGETOWN PENANG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The restaurant is simple and unassuming but their dishes are some of the best I’ve had in Penang. Well, they do have a <b>Michelin Bib Gourmand</b> plaque on their wall which are awarded to superb restaurants with affordable price tags.</p> <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 title="Pork Intestine Congee Duck Blood Curry Mee Restaurant Georgetown Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pork Intestine Congee Duck Blood Curry Mee Restaurant Georgetown Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmzAlBV4DF5-G-SirLWpRfjx3shrwIZA5PqK10ORAkndorO6vdtc0zZjGQLBLESGXPs4ke1ycmWktATf-G2VX2ZHDSL_KdCbtCOrjTm0SawVw4wbcGlE5XqqRH8cYBSobT3wDCC8Vjhe5DtSboLx1qwhN6R0Qw78jWBVuXC3W585fYmlHoaUEl0x3Urq__/s1600/20230724-PENANG-A6000S-0014.jpg" width="348" height="523" /> <img title="Roasted Pork Duck Blood Curry Mee Restaurant Georgetown Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Roasted Pork Duck Blood Curry Mee Restaurant Georgetown Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYmKhHmzMhXdLma-jI7_axXWmiRZqIO9sN9uWb5PnKuBP5L5YFaa1R3OHhhzPWL7ojfED092VZ_AHiWTCzuBzkH2OYiWl76HM1PUF-HYQnSoaYhwnegeIcKENneDmf69Jn04GYc5J1jJqVjb9VcayFTjqdFQ5B1gVBkoghEpEBLoxvMOtsQ70bW8Z2qf-I/s1600/20230724-PENANG-A6000S-0017.jpg" width="348" height="523" /></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;">PORK INTESTINE CONGEE ~ MYR 11.00 | ROASTED PORK ~ MYR 12.50</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The first on our table was the <b>pork intestine congee</b>. The porridge was fine and creamy with the chopped green onions adding a bit of zest to the dish, but the star of the show, really, was the really crispy and savory pork intestine. It also went really well with the <b>roasted pork</b>—the crispy skin on that one was just wow.</p> <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 title="Curry Mee Duck Blood Curry Mee Restaurant Georgetown Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Curry Mee Duck Blood Curry Mee Restaurant Georgetown Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV0-Vjy-DcqDKZzWR7e17JXEhJaO7whd7dsESFu15hOVxhm36Vd_dEo_xiCRUWAJvtHvaUIyQaF1yFWglVpfA1ekBhtVge7NaqZA7jmvpHM4JqeVM6FhNx8BwmrzMY3pjTIb6aQSecGedfMgoercv-dM5ajiFvuQJ8Mf_oPp7Jv64uTGvrr76dQxP51EjB/s1600/20230724-PENANG-A6000S-0019.jpg" width="348" height="523" /> <img title="Century Egg Duck Blood Curry Mee Restaurant Georgetown Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Century Egg Duck Blood Curry Mee Restaurant Georgetown Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWE74iK-OEGfQY7LbS3iNNAigL8y_80zTf8oGQm95pr2bV_VBxJLIzTr-iNOSc5EYBLmwLy9eBybgJZPAPqG81SepN7ANs8HIdPT515qdaAwKFpmdDbPxP_FOTBivWq334Wy36tqmH_AxpHr2xNuH8ZegWxKw5e_Fz1oafYT9qtjDRZLAnjuq62-bVSZcS/s1600/20230724-PENANG-A6000S-0024.jpg" width="348" height="523" /></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;">CURRY MEE ~ MYR 9.00 (BIG) | PRESERVED EGG ~ MYR 3.00</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>A plate of <em>Hainanese chicken, bean sprouts</em>, and bowls of <em>curry mee</em> soon followed. <br /> <br />Indeed, the <b>curry mee</b> was really delicious. Along with what seems like flat rice noodles, it has shrimps, tofu, gizzards, and, of course, duck blood—this is where the restaurant got its name. The <b>bean sprouts</b> were a good palate cleanser—the curry mee was very spicy. As for the <b>Hainanese chicken</b>, well, I’m really not a fan of this dish, but my companions quite liked it.</p> <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 title="Special Dry Curry Mee Duck Blood Curry Mee Restaurant Georgetown Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Special Dry Curry Mee Duck Blood Curry Mee Restaurant Georgetown Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHf8jlOiAzKJ2P1e18SU4NzXZyeyODXICSkrAkAPMa4i6RnhTH5M1WV7y2mJEOdt6IRTgj8yr6Gw0UO_-sqoivqUcA9yWbTmmkT7q7FdxKr4zX2aWQwtP3YxK8a-3JcZj-oIUzy35sIAlrX69cHc57C9ln7K0PvspKVTsMmqyZnTsij3RXgrGWTXdIhz3T/s1600/20230724-PENANG-A6000S-0026.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;">SPECIAL DRY CURRY MEE ~ NOT ON THE MENU</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Next on the table was a plate of <i>preserved egg</i> and a <i>special dry curry mee</i>—this last one was not on the menu and was given to us <i>on the house</i> for us to try. The <b>preserved egg</b> or century egg, was really tasty, in fact, it was too delicious that you can only consume a slice at a time. The <b>special dry curry mee</b> was as good as its soupy counterpart, but it was extremely spicy. I mean, I like spicy, but this is probably the spiciest noodle dish I’ve ever tried.</p> <p> </p> <p><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/search/label/BWAK+2023?&max-results=5"><img title="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGUd8PHLlNEbEy_8D5Q2UZKVEzn0W4uCiSKZopMkxyK7SFCf4i5dfcDCOXDgvSszzUH35LhZG6lNA4bbZ0HAXLzjYfEWhn4GHDkzAjTFfCAYrfRrsp1tGHbBNQgobdGK3a5wxGQR02-1fSTJ9dEIVowNe8jH6TmOoz1OR8XUC86ynxeXoK6s8yRcDxq33c/s1600/-%20FOLLOW.png" /></a></p> <br /> <br /> <br clear="all" /><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/AVvXsEjGN-vXol5pHyZKOhN43pvfwCEBSY76hzMiC4p5NlBzwZ4lRsUaNEBRVqqxAL-e3wrlNSOrAWnIvnNpjMjbneLGg3zWR0-6ApBWIqwC3yKMDF5Hhgrp1s-UNmF5BpRsMJ32PyD3vmpTwVW-/s1600/7.jpg" />  <br /><center><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/city/65-penang-things-to-do/?aid=824" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>• BOOK DISCOUNTED TOURS IN PENANG •</strong></font></a></center>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-69721074915457915372023-11-09T22:15:00.001+08:002023-12-17T12:24:33.894+08:00EN ROUTE | MANILA TO KUALA LUMPUR TO PENANG FLIGHT<p><img title="Manila to Kuala Lumpur to Penang Flight" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Manila to Kuala Lumpur to Penang Flight" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSICL4q5Josyh_sCcGqsDRUmDRPh9l84C8rMPQRRT1xmbLJR7MM0F4zQEMoc1DrpBUZDeE5IHqFZyw-0dNzewMg6cauFNAbCCBGi1V9107xHWJCXXIWBQDkgLvRJkrJHNeIs_mZi0PNvGg3GS_jZFv9PLVDooIOIj4aYX8WsTeO9gfIyjCn0407jJnpvAr/s1600/20230719-PARANAQUE-A6000S-0001.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p>It was the eve of our month-long tri-country trip with our toddler—our first out of the country with the kid. There was still hesitation within me, knowing how hard this trip would probably be—our son being at the peak of his <i>Energizer Bunny </i>phase. But crossing fingers, we are indeed pushing ahead with <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/08/backpacking-with-a-kid-2023.html"><strong>Backpacking With A Kid 2023</strong></a>.</p> <a name='more'></a> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://skyscanner.pxf.io/baQkdg" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>FIND THE CHEAPEST FLIGHT TO KL</strong></font></a></center> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>MANILA TO KUALA LUMPUR TO PENANG</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS ~ WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/manila-to-kuala-lumpur-to-penang-flight.html#manila-to-kl-flight">Manila To Kuala Lumpur Flight</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/manila-to-kuala-lumpur-to-penang-flight.html#klia2-layover">KLIA2 Malaysia Layover</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/manila-to-kuala-lumpur-to-penang-flight.html#kl-to-penang">Kuala Lumpur To Penang</a></li> </ol>   ► <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/12/what-to-see-and-do-in-george-town.html"><strong>WHAT TO SEE IN GEORGE TOWN PENANG</strong></a> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&city=14524" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>CHECK FOR AFFORDABLE HOTELS IN KL</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <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 title="Packing For A Trip Suitcase" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Packing For A Trip Suitcase" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2FrLy_iOSz5FMvOggZwqddfKbuyq4A7JqnTma45DJeMdtq2UrucMhL1oA9TbNy-B8AsI55zxfRoQQUwXHMg5Xm1VDchylHTDmT8wtTAhVRjaWo_UJ0989qhSNObLN9FpciYDHHOPKkdMHeVUdnWQ_q86qi1U3bBua859d1BD4df7CSWMBJDRE5bVPX6FL/s1600/20230719-PARANAQUE-P30-0001.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;">ALL OUR BAGS ARE PACKED AND READY TO GO</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Penang is our first destination. We’ve been to this Malaysian city countless times before, but we really don’t mind. We absolutely love Malaysian food, and Penang is one of the gastronomy centers of the country, as we can attest with our previous <strong><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/penang-food-trip-malaysia.html">Penang food trip</a></strong>. Also, we’re visiting the Akira’s grandparents who resides near <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/georgetown-penang-history-street-art.html"><strong>Georgetown</strong></a>, its historic center. We’re hitting two birds with one stone, so to speak. <br /> <br />Only problem is, there’s no direct flight from Manila to Penang. We’d have to do this the long way. It’s gonna be a litmus test of what’s to come for the next <strong>thirty five days</strong>.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="manila-to-kl-flight" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">MANILA TO KUALA LUMPUR FLIGHT</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 title="NAIA Terminal Airport III" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="NAIA Terminal Airport III" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNT6JXn5Iihy0zz3m-XED32x1HvIpXxYsd-vlpPXaviwDJXtDcLN1_ePBQC2tUP4kG7Qbr7Pps-kZiZB5ks7IqUTKNQSbzec5Cf3wghsM6fe9OkAmNuPwjOhIUyfp1_Cl80bJ_QT_u1ggimMcJ-FRbfu0yAo_bSC8QFi6GLXc_peGgfoflXmF_2DikVzao/s1600/20230719-PARANAQUE-P30-0005.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;">AKIRA AND HIS NON-STOP ANTICS AT NAIA TERMINAL III</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><b><a href="https://www.cebupacificair.com/en-PH/">Cebu Pacific Air</a></b> has a daily evening flight from Manila to Kuala Lumpur <b>(5J501)</b>. It’s at nine in the evening, perfect for people who wants to maximize a weekend off in KL. But for us with kids, it’s a bit of a mix. <br /> <br />The pros, our toddler can sleep the four-hour flight off—one less problem for fidgety kids. We, of course, have to take care not to wake him as our plane lands in KL for our connecting flight to Penang. The cons, well, he wouldn’t be able to enjoy riding the plane and seeing the <em>map from below</em> and the fluffy clouds. Well, there’s always next time. We have a lot of flights in the coming days for all of those things.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►RELATED: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/how-to-purchase-redeem-ceb-super-pass.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>CEB SUPER PASS</strong></font></a></center> <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 title="Cebu Pacific Airport Check In" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Cebu Pacific Airport Check In" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXuPKUekNqiJ4TOBz70pQvoiMZecBvK8f95NhtuWXZaM7_Jwv6cNCr5GSJ9R0h7kqARduNr0aM7c8iQUf1jVY7kGPO8bUGDVuj5me2jE7_fsqn4kuYzOrgNZM6bWg9tmS3ISVzYldx6oD1QyLP8s-bFkcdgY02ga0Ki61Hgh6-40RcUetqlKWcqMLIbJfB/s1600/20230719-PARANAQUE-P30-0003.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;">CHECKING IN AT CEBU PACIFIC AIR</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>As is our custom, we arrived early at <strong>NAIA Terminal III</strong>. We made our check in online, but we were given random seats, so we requested for adjoining ones at the check in counter—which they easily obliged to. Well, unless someone else is willing to take care of our kid while we enjoy the flight, we really don’t mind, lol. We also dropped our luggage with no hassle.</p> <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 title="NAIA Terminal III Marhaba Lounge" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="NAIA Terminal III Marhaba Lounge" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUyUtZLVh1_CUuswuyLh-GjEjzmtVQsBTltHmLTrc4NAlmhxaThyXVSMJ5j3RbRG_jIR6kAW1ZbSQ1vCUbqQtjpFNKfZqW_q30gaH1gsTqsD38uYuKjhGzyNLpkk10tEOZcLth2y-mcMfTR7aWeQ2e9tFcxTzFoJ0GwUTltuj11si73vu3ekx3OIuIeFS4/s1600/20230719-PARANAQUE-P30-0007.jpg" width="327" height="492" /> <img style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFVZxt-EQOAPynV6dIMU9o1zaJCzeVfpMXqdL3nMBzABd03ZKevtWnHAPUBVqRb7JD4t7af5Xi-Huni4B0cisYRyjyEaXv0Q6xQhbx67ChNDI8w5iAIRbCfKd3SDbGx0M4E8D78xAOcKQC-fahyJEzG9ruKqhzDlj-dQYN5dIPvIdGIqXb1R4lrv1iVYSF/s1600/20230719-PARANAQUE-P9-0007.jpg" width="369" height="492" /></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;">RELAXING AT MARHABA LOUNGE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We initially thought of doing our usual Jollibee route before flying out, since it’s gonna be a month of no Chickenjoys for us, but we decided to utilize the airport lounge instead, since I have free access. Free food wins, lol. <br /> <br />In all fairness, the <strong>Marhaba Lounge</strong>, even with its limited choice of dishes, always has excellent food.</p> <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 title="Cebu Pacific Flight" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Cebu Pacific Flight" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2g5_cggAtQgimNW_M2nDH1RDLRwVXfVG6OjdbUMe-6_KKrlD4XQ-frtcbzMtN_Pqivc3smvtemEn3R1e1XH4Jk5yqCn5_vV_nQE7207B0OLmn2GXYIO-0M77LYUo7fC3UD1GYRvLgriscfTHWR0N94JlY_ZFA_aMpiOrl3DiVsyWaYg_8PYHTWhCidow4/s1600/20230719-PARANAQUE-P9-0015.jpg" width="348" height="464" /> <img title="Cebu Pacific Flight" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Cebu Pacific Flight" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgalwOBUB3vOcNjCvZEBgegK-bYLTS0B-6kPC0Za0DlSPWIHIUSJINkP6KmCtQR98dXXAp9viXSHUs_M1gYmGp5v-4oEpmkZmSQiylh3Rx9dzTtb6oQiSIeJeKvZUOQbonEbwGz8O3rcG3ieGZrd_EmblnWUPDXkKb323zqlMAhcaPZY9VSuA0y8bV9asVf/s1600/20230719-PARANAQUE-P9-0020.jpg" width="348" height="464" /></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;">FLYING TO KUALA LUMPUR VIA CEBU PACIFIC’S AIRBUS A321 NEO</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We flew on time. Like our <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2022/09/manila-to-boracay-with-toddler-cebu-pacific-air-pandemic.html"><strong>Manila to Boracay flight</strong></a>, we boarded an <b>Airbus A321 Neo</b>. I really like this plane, even with its non-reclinable seat, it feels a lot more comfortable and spacious. And more importantly, it has a USB charging slot, perfect for recharging our phones while watching a Star Wars series en route to KL.</p> <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 title="Cebu Pacific Flight" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Cebu Pacific Flight" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZXX96MXmgnCUFbu2VsCurwL-_YmHrEvzQMCMx9CHjNnULkueseOa7Vojft-1w_1fIKfUjFmtbz6pbHzVcJGX-0XePBzi3YsQkETJxRsvJZ5nSiINDACI9bOhrTlFbGWzNWyPgLhl7L0dMzVMbsccY35BeGcsd4NOPY6-0hUPal2wAMSS4cBGCFaragTqa/s1600/20230719-PARANAQUE-P30-0009.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;">A SELFIE IS IN ORDER</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We also have meals for our flight—this can be pre-ordered 24 hours before traveling—and was promptly served to us as the seatbelt button was turned off. Spam Nori for me, Char Siu Chicken for <a href="https://www.blissfulguro.com/">Blissfulguro</a>, and Pinoy Spaghetti for Akira.</p> <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 title="Cebu Pacific Inflight Meals Spam Nori Char Siu Chicken Pinoy Spaghetti" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Cebu Pacific Inflight Meals Spam Nori Char Siu Chicken Pinoy Spaghetti" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii2ND0ZhlhuwQmbR_nBxZa7DYhabXSRIHRVZ837PsV1n7M4RUAJ-BtIkTviUkQUOd-kxNUA-rAasw7dxXmcurw1q2-XG8kUU5BHYaCr_RrrnE3t-m3Ezkq272Ko6lHfliDCM4OaFNcqRer8bTYrWsKj2eo-DsSGb7pTR31ZbLTymM6OUqeeQaZLx2VxSVO/s1600/20230719-PARANAQUE-P9-0036.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;">CEBU PACIFIC AIR’S INFLIGHT MEALS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <strong></strong> <p>I love the <b>Spam Nori</b>, which has a thick slice of Spam and scrambled eggs with nori. The veggies balanced the meal. The <b>Char Siu Chicken</b> was just okay for me, while the <b>Pinoy Spaghetti</b> is what it is—sweet spaghetti topped with hotdogs and grated cheddar cheese. Our son loved it. <br /> <br />As expected, Akira slept the flight away. And as expected, he woke the moment we landed at Kuala Lumpur, lol.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="klia2-layover" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">KLIA2 MALAYSIA LAYOVER</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 title="KLIA2 Layover Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="KLIA2 Layover Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5gWmdvo4W1ktPYgUwS8lG133Vf2qWWPmuSU6cbW00ZfigGs-VDyeulcfmhRZ-k1PWDMXVswsY5cemOQCKvmg9TkJ9XNFyqUm3uuBhpBosjB-oohNl9tfa_NhptPlXhGS8pi_xjfj5kReVNRNmEoisSvJSfYgCe4gHa18qwEAjypPv-6Gm_RGkloilSvXS/s1600/20230719-KL-P9-0011.jpg" width="369" height="492" /> <img title="KLIA2 Layover Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="KLIA2 Layover Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgicFDsVVmI2sSug8yhr2gg74a2Jf12BRU00BBn8Xw3It7b9wLkWOarh6qjWWpWV_jSJZCeYiINov4I61tMFkoQyVTGGlEUkMzhHyIGu8HGxV4p-DUlRmfdZpv2imgJOGG5qu3-2F2MtaukG9SYj-UJKRlDZcf56NduALvXCFfMh11ZzFOU03fkGVXkJoZF/s1600/20230719-KL-P9-0005.jpg" width="328" height="492" /></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;">TOUCHDOWN KUALA LUMPUR AT ONE IN THE MORNING</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We arrived in KL at past 1AM, and our flight to Penang was still at 6AM. We roamed the empty halls of the massive KLIA2, past closed shops and a few open ones.</p> <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 title="KLIA2 Malaysia Jollibee" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="KLIA2 Malaysia Jollibee" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEity2he9wXxhQCvdDOR98dhiqAGTJ1aFOirvVrothpvdX1bs72z5uxQ616yrS9kOfbFzg6xeAYoRjxl9174lHWS7LbfAHS0ZZ7HxblIVT84or5AtDbhqzrAItfhobS_bxS5ChEXsVpHCCpCcZRwbcpLmeev1leuPfB3mvL5_Ci1BdrdiQUpT9k7MFbjc34t/s1600/20230720-KL-P9-0014.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;">JOLLIBEE OPENING SOON AT MALAYSIA’S KLIA2</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We were looking forward to this part of our trip, as we miss <strong>Marry Brown’s fried chicken</strong>, but alas, there’s no more Marry Brown in KLIA2. We saw a huge tarp with Jollibee’s Chickenjoy covering a shop though, Jollibee is finally opening in Malaysia! But, it’s still under construction.</p> <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 title="KLIA2 Malaysia Layover" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="KLIA2 Malaysia Layover" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe8_x6Kj5BPH9eH7vsoFCz5NwK6n8Mb6JXfq3CqP2GxdVkbVimK2w0-Zxt_vhVkk9N4oK__QmpoqpL6wvSf2mhzQzptR2urImYw5jGr9D7h-UQLYnV23pPaGNzhgZZXte8bsSMeVVa0hDJ6vDo6qpAhc8TM3UKcl9aoUeM_-Lt9UdMUtHf-T87uglv4JAj/s1600/20230720-KL-P9-0019.jpg" width="348" height="464" /> <img title="KLIA2 Malaysia Layover" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="KLIA2 Malaysia Layover" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxME2CRCtwnVUM1kHb1y1y4mynxYC68o_wBJ7efQb7PvKSpU2uqPovuKoLj8_Yt7aM6GqC_VCmsHrmKEK3ogsWMwvOwLxx6n5_VZj6x3FBYrfVR-5Mh_7JhRgu0dgp-U4qLUuxKgd4GJGO-q1ScQM69oUEBfInMrb1L7cJ4XujsyyBqK9rsFUnycNCF0es/s1600/20230720-KL-P9-0027.jpg" width="348" height="464" /></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;">SLEEPING AT AIRPORTS WITH A TODDLER</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We decided to simply sleep the remaining hours off until the gates opened for our flight.</p> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/3811-intercity-transfers-kuala-lumpur/?aid=524" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK TRANSFER FROM KL TO PENANG</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="kl-to-penang" align="center"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">KUALA LUMPUR TO PENANG</font></h2> <hr /> <p>We flew via AirAsia from KL to Penang, since there’s no Cebu Pacific flight to Penang. It went without a hitch—quick and uneventful.</p> <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 title="Penang Malaysia Longest Flag Mural" style="border: 0px currentcolor; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Penang Malaysia Longest Flag Mural" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYnn1dEcXR_ly20yEEi-2CW4n9l06phQkYzicTZ-5i4lZ4jHcQC30hi_xfzGhch94oYi1r8ICePaex9ecX1HZOMzHJ9fYRpYc0SJlYqlNRfE2vgUXhDqY43YlBV_VYHo2YVgWk7rhEkNRlHgifm3bVx-HyBtgJIPbLKK6hy55LWm3uLD1PoXofIJ6Oyeq7/s1600/20230721-PENANG-P9-0002.jpg" width="348" height="464" /> <img title="Tanjung Bungah Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Bungah Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1GzeCSRNj9NGECIDjcHetNmmeeAUGztyy23qDUpBmeOy0rZvtTiB8uUSssbcMA3vpkRFO8krVLzNrO3Y0o3EenBngHjUwlFP6Z5vvu_grktDiBD12PQPnrp5UrQinf2FjVlynM2wiR1Uh5nAJe6bx2YerGZbGx48cPxNFFMdqsUBQomEq_Z6ln01ehIif/s1600/20230722-PENANG-P9-0042.jpg" width="348" height="464" /></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;">PENANG, FINALLY!</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Within an hour, we were touching down at the tarmac, getting our bags, and finally boarding a Grab cab to the hilly suburbs of Tanjung Bungah where BG’s aunt lives. Grab, by the way, is really cheap in Malaysia!</p> <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 title="Tanjung Bungah Penang Malaysia" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tanjung Bungah Penang Malaysia" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPcQewRbUHjqCcsUGCxWrYDK_V9krubXAgpU4hEf-C8JzrfYZXr1YuAwgxaMfwpzr0G5fhbjj_oHGatITGOXvDOdXlNkmAJ1fBavSIIKkXC64mZ31r0R3mD2cj5Mty8i1eWWIpTgOUTV4QTyPZcoIvY2nqNiDwAAfV7_pkx1VDGFR_gnPedw0Ket6yAXwJ/s1600/20230722-PENANG-P9-0043.jpg" width="348" height="464" /> <img style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwgDNj9cA6FmBXX0EB4fjDZyOdAtybGiz_j2-iMnGPF4_2-_m8KdoV3v5WQn1QIoZ54HiU4_R8OXGG6RoOc4pKiTeHgP0QbLRkPVUnm_fP37B_d08UQdEa4YFUjvlOE8c-i6yjVwSPeNqLoemZsUJZgFnaZWWeI-WuITQKBzH3bsdBAfxApGtpwFVNVKI1/s1600/20230722-PENANG-P9-0045.jpg" width="348" height="464" /></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;">FIRST LEG OF BACKPACKING WITH A KID 2023</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>I could hardly keep my eyes open, being too tired and sleepy from almost ten hours of traveling. But finally, we’re on our first leg of our trip, and so far, our toddler has been a very well-behaved boy. A good start, definitely.</p> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/city/65-penang-things-to-do/?aid=524" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>SEE DISCOUNTED PENANG TOURS</strong></font></a></center> <p align="center"><font size="2" face="Century Gothic"></font></p> <center><font size="2" face="Century Gothic"> <strong>THIS TRIP WAS MADE POSSIBLE BY CEBU PACIFIC AIR</strong> <br />CEBPAC HAS DAILY FLIGHTS FROM MANILA TO KUALA LUMPUR</font></center></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/search/label/BWAK+2023?&max-results=5"><img title="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGUd8PHLlNEbEy_8D5Q2UZKVEzn0W4uCiSKZopMkxyK7SFCf4i5dfcDCOXDgvSszzUH35LhZG6lNA4bbZ0HAXLzjYfEWhn4GHDkzAjTFfCAYrfRrsp1tGHbBNQgobdGK3a5wxGQR02-1fSTJ9dEIVowNe8jH6TmOoz1OR8XUC86ynxeXoK6s8yRcDxq33c/s1600/-%20FOLLOW.png" /></a></p>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-22385495435922167772023-11-04T16:14:00.004+08:002023-11-04T16:23:54.614+08:00TRAVEL COLLAB | DUBAI ADVENTURES ~ VACATION RENTALS AS YOUR GATEWAY TO EXCITEMENT<p><img title="Dubai Adventures ~ Vacation Rentals As Your Gateway To Excitement" style="border: 0px currentcolor; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Dubai Adventures ~ Vacation Rentals As Your Gateway To Excitement" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWn6Qsl47qbDoUgyANvQUs8J5QXs2_Vl2AppJOqPTppwe9j3gCQilI1qTLP6yN_9pEXNdT9DYtaUmLJiqtKcLzu1Fx2-DVrf5i27LuYoSvKmhS_FthpLRiB8YoW_LwYZn651GivdSJ33kYZTjcBGus-Smqtvmy4ADEPH2UsXTvWXeMGqoAfgmyOvTw8KX_/s1600/01%20HARIS%20KHAN%20PEXELS.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p>It's good to unwind your thoughts and let go of negativity by going on an adventurous cruise with friends and family. The world is full of fun stuff, and one place where the excitement gets cozy, warm, and blissful is the United Arab Emirates Dubai. <br /> <br />When it comes to<a href="http://deluxehomes.com/"> vacation rentals</a>, Dubai is a comfy place for experiencing lots of adventurous activities. Every cruise, action, and penny is worth it. The thrills are out of this world. You can't get enough!</p> <a name='more'></a> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>DUBAI ADVENTURES</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS ~ WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/dubai-adventures-vacation-rentals-as-your-gateway-to-excitement.html#vacation-rentals-dubai">Vacation Rentals Dubai</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/dubai-adventures-vacation-rentals-as-your-gateway-to-excitement.html#rock-climbing">Rock Climbing On The Al Hajar Mountains</a> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/dubai-adventures-vacation-rentals-as-your-gateway-to-excitement.html#skydiving">Skydiving With Sky Dive Dubai</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/dubai-adventures-vacation-rentals-as-your-gateway-to-excitement.html#dune-bashing">Dune Bashing In The Sandy Desert Of UAE</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/dubai-adventures-vacation-rentals-as-your-gateway-to-excitement.html#surfing">Surfing With Surfhouse Beach Dubai</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/dubai-adventures-vacation-rentals-as-your-gateway-to-excitement.html#sand-boarding">Sand Boarding In Rub Al Khali Desert</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/dubai-adventures-vacation-rentals-as-your-gateway-to-excitement.html#indoor-skiing">Indoor Skiing With Snow Park Dubai</a></li> </ol> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/dubai-adventures-vacation-rentals-as-your-gateway-to-excitement.html#fun-never-stops">The Fun Never Stops</a></li> </ol>  ► <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html"><strong>ZAMBOANGA TRAVEL GUIDE</strong></a> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.skyscanner.net/g/referrals/v1/flights/cheap-flights-to?adId=1100662&campaignId=13416&currency=PHP&destination=dxb&mediaPartnerId=3753270" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>FIND THE CHEAPEST FLIGHT TO DUBAI</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="vacation-rentals-dubai" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">CREATING UNFORGETTABLE MEMORIES WITH VACATION RENTALS IN DUBAI</font></h2> <hr /> <p>Whether skydiving, rock climbing, or dune bashing, Dubai is a great choice. If you're thinking of what to do on your vacation, we included a whole lot of fun activities for you here:</p> <br /> <h3 id="rock-climbing" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">ROCK CLIMBING ON THE AL HAJAR MOUNTAINS</font></h3> <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 title="Rock Climbing On The Al Hajar Mountains" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rock Climbing On The Al Hajar Mountains" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxmkqTru7YNJwLLCK2JGzjiZC_LMH8SUVmb0_-W3P0kOCHttGK1heN8YYS4Owt40P4QV6SHYqezjQ4NqRnp4JkM1DFZDaifKPlTdg93Zdrzhj4LKmchLGeGqstB9yIFTqwE4MULumz0w7P2CpRH_1YuKpqHoskJ9YDWhISvUXSdo0Ag_6vJUtUfTVfBI-k/s1600/02%20lina%20kivaka%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;">AL HAJAR MOUNTAINS ~ PHOTO BY LINA KIVAKA FROM PEXELS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The opening of the via Ferrata in the magnificent<a href="https://www.bayut.com/mybayut/hajar-mountains-uae/"> Al Hajaar Mountains</a> is one thrill to experience. Mountain bikers, campers, and thrill-seekers climb through the rocky cliff of Jebel Jais to share the best adventures of their life. <br /> <br />The Jebel Jais has one of the tallest peaks in the country, which is about 6,266, and combines carved steps with safety cables and fixed ladders for tourists. On one part is a sheer rock face with a height of about 400 feet off the canyon floor. <br /> <br />Rock climbing is different in this part of the world. The popular Jebel Jais includes a half-mile-long trail with three segments. On one of these segments, there's a 328-yard-long steep descent to the floor level of the canyon. Kudos to the inventors of this project.</p> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&city=2994" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>CHECK FOR AFFORDABLE HOTELS IN DUBAI</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <h3 id="skydiving" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">SKYDIVING WITH SKY DIVE DUBAI</font></h3> <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 title="Skydiving In Dubai" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Skydiving In Dubai" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuteHPMNFSxslNAsvxTcqpE3U2nwCtoTzAW8PwYl5ZKmxzsw5fBPoVEPRvvp4fpf11nUsyHDTaX_fJwvq7DwwXCONKhiwS0DSoWiLu7EidrOL1E124W_eMBmdoYYejr6pSP7c5l3Z879eZ1jHMVyjVMgDkqs0981X0vIpoJwUTfTvW4IIWiKA-AxLUbxqS/s1600/03%20MELQUI%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;">SKY DIVING IN DUBAI ~ PHOTO BY MELQUI FROM PEXELS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Sky Dive Dubai has one of the most adventurous services. You board the beautiful, endowed, equipped Emirate flights and enjoy the best food-serving services and reception. Then, prepare for a tandem jump in the sky with your pilot. First-time divers enjoy jumping from a boarded plane 8,000 feet from an airport on the water beside the Palm Islands. <br /> <br />That superb feeling of falling at 120 mph before deploying the chute is just something to experience. <br /> <br />Skilled skydivers enjoy heading into the empty desert in less than an hour for a different airfield drop zone. They then try wingsuits, covering longer miles of horizontal terrain as they descend to the ground.</p> <br /> <h3 id="dune-bashing" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">DUNE BASHING IN THE SANDY DESERT OF UAE</font></h3> <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 title="Dune Bashing Desert UAE" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Dune Bashing Desert UAE" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqGpd35fyTi4YHmuAqaFxF8rAaa3VuFHBkwFSyV1iLJffrtxC3nDJvF7s0dmj5rKAnCC8gaC6BppZ9HxqfvvdvoVkc_3VSvStJkYeUml4KsV5uueBUJ0rLvaIguVtMcI5mqKvbgqdjTn4xKLM44zWYbfIWSGSqBrS3mrCMleJRBGC_t-1IoE7c6ScNrw3J/s1600/04%20SERGO%20KARAKOZOV%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;">DUNE BASHING ~ PHOTO BY  SERGO KARAKOZOV FROM PEXELS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Rip up and down in the<a href="https://uaepedia.net/uae-desert/"> Sandy Desert of UAE</a> with a thrilling Toyota Land Cruiser into 4WD. It's a different type of fun cruising on a 45-minute drive into the sand-dune region. <br /> <br />To boost your adrenaline, you can participate in a dune-buggy safari into UAE empty quarters alongside ATV (All all-terrain vehicles). Or employ a professional for a roller-coaster. <br /> <br />Dune bashing in Dubai is unlike other places. A guide is in place to lead you through the empty landscape as you move up the 500-foot dune.</p> <br /> <h3 id="surfing" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">SURFING WITH SURFHOUSE BEACH DUBAI</font></h3> <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 title="Surfing Dubai" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Surfing Dubai" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7495eXLIAfO0fZRzRRE9ctLqa7PxlCJTka436WG8k_hQDqG40QVOSg9TvV4SZetUIoBwTtiQhQemIqmIW3vJo3BzxW7NL8ocZj_Jv8pjbTscimN0RooNHidF6tWhdil_F03h5089yXm8VclfuG4unUF-rWThEiRdC4psd1qGua_YfrDMstQBRdnfQPiSf/s1600/05%20ALEXANDRE%20SARAIVA%20CARNIATO%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;">SURFING ~ PHOTO BY ALEXANDRE SARAIVA CARNIATO FROM PEXELS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Several surfing beaches will give you the vibe that you seek. The most popular is Sunset Beach. It has a soft, cozy, and exciting surf scene. <br /> <br />The Ajmah and Sharjah surf beach undergoes consistent break due to the absence of artificial islands colliding with the waves. Tourists' best option is the Surfhouse Beach Dubai, located on Jumeirah Shore Road, two blocks from the shore. Surfing and cruising in the Arabian Gulf will cost around AED 3000 ($980) per individual. <br /> <br />The best time to surf is between October and April. By then, the disarray of waves reached about two feet, making it an excellent option for surfers.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►CHECK OUT: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/06/resorts-world-one-cruise-review-guide-for-first-timers.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>RESORTS WORLD CRUISES REVIEW</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <h3 id="sand-boarding" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">SAND BOARDING IN RUB AL KHALI DESERT</font></h3> <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 title="Sand Boarding Dubai" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Sand Boarding Dubai" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmCc6bXmN9n-78kvRDiCfxb1mrQOKvkLiHjvNZxb022kNutPpWabKbsQPT9A0J1Jwph5UWyu0tI8ICtP8V5svseU76EJ92-GVICyPfUbdJ50DL2kMDulpviWtfy1RBhO7917rDTyQgR1p96q7XkZ_rAckl6I_nu_vRAW4PSdOLhdFOZqWS5Jh-Hy3iZs78/s1600/06%20LUKE%20BARKY%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;">SAND BOARDING ~ PHOTO BY LUKE BARKY FROM PEXELS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The next big thing to dune-climbing is to fly down massive ones. Sandboarding will give you this experience, and the best place to have it is in the desert of Dubai. <br /> <br />Since Sandboarding involves crushing down sandy areas on wax boards, it is one of the most popular sports in the country, considering its deserted regions. <br /> <br />The best sandboarding experience takes place just outside the city in the<a href="https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rub%27_al_Khali"> Rub Al Khali Desert</a>. You'll find the best dunes ranging from 600 to 800 feet high in this place. <br /> <br />Another option is using a pair of snowboard boots and bindings to go sandboarding. Many individuals prefer to use snowboards for sandboards. Some outfitters prefer stiffer sandboards mainly designed for the sport.</p> <br /> <h3 id="indoor-skiing" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">INDOOR SKIING WITH SNOW PARK DUBAI</font></h3> <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 title="Indoor Skiing Snow Park Dubai" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Indoor Skiing Snow Park Dubai" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizGOJdGdvCS6-bZ1STBPsrlgjivCrdamFSRXTCmNUYY6-yYUBMYYOPySdy53PK9yBbW60RVkRBfpW5FJ1V8l2oaiyzp7JWogInYb9SXXk2NkpgFyW-YokfNc7LeACbju3mvCovY-JHK2FlYk_H2i0PSZfTY0X_SW5bsQtC15HHSQV-yVXcd1mRdnH6muQQ/s1600/07%20JASON%20MRACHINA%20FLICKR.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;">SNOW PARK DUBAI ~ PHOTO BY JASON MRACHINA FROM FLICKR</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Isolate in a relaxed indoor environment in the Ski Dubai Snow Park in a freezing temperature of 28 degrees F. This tourist center is the most significant indoor ski slope in the Middle East, with five ski runs. These runs consist of 200 feet of elevation and a quad chairlift. <br /> <br />The Snow Park Dubai is a beautiful spot for a Slalom racing course. It has one of the best terrain parks, and you can even try a 10-foot kicker jump. To everyone's surprise, Dubai has one of the most fabulous ski and snowboard schools.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►EXPLORE MORE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2022/12/how-to-spend-two-days-in-dubai.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>TWO DAYS IN DUBAI</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="fun-never-stops" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">THE FUN NEVER STOPS</font></h2> <hr /> <p>All first-time tourists in Dubai can ascertain numerous adventures in its city. It caters to every type of adventurer, whether a dare-devil or one searching for a serene escape. <br /> <br />Dubai combines a vibrant and modern landscape with natural wonders. The large deserts and beautiful mountains make it a unique destination.</p> <p> </p> <p><font color="#666666">~ WORDS CONTRIBUTED BY ANNIE, COVER PHOTO BY HARIS KHAN FROM PEXELS</font></p>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-29387273238469751982023-10-30T16:58:00.001+08:002023-10-30T17:05:53.399+08:00TRAVEL COLLAB | Top 10 Essential Travel Accessories Every Woman Should Own<p><img title="Top 10 Essential Travel Accessories Every Woman Should Own" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Top 10 Essential Travel Accessories Every Woman Should Own" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7LtT7ZsUeH9RW6thuuMJqnxhz0EMTPKlh0CbWXOi3i-gUHpxlFafX1y5XGcOQX2S_IgcVsQbcJDtBA5KrP8YgXe-GH0ArDfUnCzeHAPdnr6DWqKqCgM8ijMXD_uaSmojUYrcO7p_uU0IZqjOgK2j-UTP0ST8msIIUlshEoYxCG6iOUYrms3FZ4BwjvgCf/s1600/00%20Q000024%20PXHERE.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p>Embarking on a <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/19/travel/long-walk-exercise.html">journey</a> is not just about the destination; it's also about the experiences you collect along the way. To make those experiences more comfortable, enjoyable, and memorable, the right travel accessories are essential. For women travelers, the <a href="https://thesharmini.com/travel/best-travel-accessories-for-women/">best travel accessories for women</a> are those that seamlessly combine style and functionality. In this article, we'll explore the top seven essential travel accessories every woman should own, backed by statistics and research findings, to ensure that your travels are not just hassle-free but also stylish and sophisticated.</p> <a name='more'></a> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>TOP 10 ESSENTIAL TRAVEL ACCESSORIES EVERY WOMAN SHOULD OWN</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS ~ WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/top-10-essential-travel-accessories-every-woman-should-own.html#travel-friendly-backpack">Travel-Friendly Backpack</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/top-10-essential-travel-accessories-every-woman-should-own.html#versatile-scarves">Versatile Scarves</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/top-10-essential-travel-accessories-every-woman-should-own.html#portable-charger">Portable Charger</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/top-10-essential-travel-accessories-every-woman-should-own.html#travel-wallet">Travel Wallet</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/top-10-essential-travel-accessories-every-woman-should-own.html#noise-cancelling-headphones">Noise-Cancelling Headphones</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/top-10-essential-travel-accessories-every-woman-should-own.html#reusable-water-bottle">Reusable Water Bottle</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/top-10-essential-travel-accessories-every-woman-should-own.html#packing-cubes">Packing Cubes</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/top-10-essential-travel-accessories-every-woman-should-own.html#travel-sized-beauty-essentials">Travel-Sized Beauty Essentials</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/top-10-essential-travel-accessories-every-woman-should-own.html#travel-friendly-footwear">Travel-Friendly Footwear</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/top-10-essential-travel-accessories-every-woman-should-own.html#travel-jewelry-organizer">Travel Jewelry Organizer</a></li> </ol>  ► <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/10/boracay-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html"><strong>BORACAY TRAVEL GUIDE</strong></a> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="travel-friendly-backpack"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">TRAVEL-FRIENDLY BACKPACK: Your On-the-Go Companion</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 title="Travel-friendly Backpack" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Travel-friendly Backpack" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj12hzOObUoRebbYDNyE7Td0Ehgo26SKh5BFyYMNDkObdRy4JmMNfIRwZvdvk3BeqnS9Rir-TGLhvckTy9wnHibPMin44yjkc6GaispgnbOLfiBh8V4e29yjnZ9jKdhJ4dvU-A1A7iIhGJdpxNlt2wSLkZDhXVfo3sJTIxWVqLvpXspFWL2syyz-zUYayUO/s1600/02%20Creative%20Commons%20CC0%20PXHERE.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;">CREATIVE COMMONS PHOTO FROM PXHERE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>A travel-friendly <a href="https://time.com/4477959/a-brief-history-of-the-modern-backpack/">backpack </a>is the cornerstone of any successful trip. According to a survey by Statista, 63% of women prefer using backpacks while travelling. These versatile bags come in various sizes and styles, from sleek urban designs to rugged outdoor options. <br /> <br />Look for a backpack that offers ample storage, multiple compartments, and padded straps for comfort. It should be spacious enough to carry your essentials, including a laptop or tablet while remaining compact and easy to carry. Brands like Osprey and Deuter provide a range of backpacks designed for women's comfort and style.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►TRAVEL MORE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/what-to-see-and-do-in-bgc.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>THINGS TO DO IN BGC</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="versatile-scarves"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">VERSATILE SCARVES: Fashion Meets Functionality</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 title="Versatile Scarves" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Versatile Scarves" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPH-JVOjb1ZYG9KRLl4vfM_mPt52LJmxLo8fZao2Ejq7LFLYyK09x7JbK0hFh4wCthTnzhUW9eCiQyUOJyp8zSuPACQhc6zA_KR7zXr7VcLrYELQSZ_wVx_ahYAcLV0hNaTTgTnqsRJ0ZtjwG2f4GghVspyo1q-V4T-kW-V5xAMeP0MKFYIMsSA4PkoD35/s1600/03%20C00%20PXHERE.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;">CREATIVE COMMONS PHOTO FROM PXHERE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Scarves are incredibly versatile <a href="https://www.cntraveler.com/story/best-travel-accessories">travel accessories</a> for women. A survey conducted by Travel Fashion Girl found that 67% of female travelers pack scarves in their luggage. These lightweight and compact accessories serve multiple purposes. <br /> <br />A scarf can be a fashion statement, adding flair to your outfits. It can also provide warmth on chilly flights or protect you from the sun's rays during outdoor excursions. In conservative destinations, a scarf can double as a modest cover-up. Choose scarves made from breathable materials like cotton or linen to ensure comfort in different climates.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="portable-charger"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">PORTABLE CHARGER: Power in Your Pocket</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 title="Portable Charger" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Portable Charger" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRZm4G0xdGdUCBi7Es0KyPp5Vw22pFvKx6oFTOeprxdRJLQi39kNJsCpCZO-XlXCGr-dBkLvVgsSlsqEZnJ7-Mxz4F2DMdO8rx_Dcxbw8iLe23r2ytL51wRR9Iqrc_6nrHP_uP0NvDqmFOqEcJ_ipvOZRjkTgh_raMoGIFyZCsBfncOBFnGQYNpGBrVN_v/s1600/04%20RAWPIXEL%20PXHERE.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;">RAWPIXEL PHOTO FROM PXHERE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>In today's digitally connected world, staying charged is crucial. A portable charger is a must-have travel accessory. According to a report by the Pew Research Center, 77% of Americans own smartphones, making a portable charger a valuable tool for most travelers. <br /> <br />Opt for a compact, high-capacity charger that can juice up your devices multiple times. Brands like Anker and RAVPower offer reliable options. With a portable charger in your bag, you'll never have to worry about your devices running out of battery during your adventures.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="travel-wallet"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">TRAVEL WALLET: Keep Your Essentials Organized</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 title="Travel Wallet" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Travel Wallet" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixfjkNokEvdcXmx5IAzCXbZP1xWe9sjfuqZWOAo_lJj7zv4Qvwye886rAaBOSlRgt4yzrwTtppJmuE3d4HPgtVDEtYrnAREQ4_aItDy_C0s6UFtL4LnHIKiX7_Fa4dVQnEoh98gaF0fbhe0vmOICs5EjGQXLg4fxOBMsWaA5WQqKInx0VaIXDuoGMkYQHK/s1600/05%20C00%20PXHERE.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;">CREATIVE COMMONS PHOTO FROM PXHERE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>A travel wallet is your go-to accessory for keeping important documents organized. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, approximately 1.8 million travelers pass through U.S. airports daily, making travel a common activity. A dedicated travel wallet can store your passport, boarding passes, credit cards, and cash in one secure place. <br /> <br />Look for wallets with RFID-blocking technology to protect your sensitive information from electronic theft. Some travel wallets also come with multiple compartments for organizing foreign currency, making them an essential travel accessory for women exploring international destinations.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="noise-cancelling-headphones"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">NOISE-CANCELLING HEADPHONES: Serenity on the Go</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 title="Noise-cancelling Headphones" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Noise-cancelling Headphones" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEaZx_1rSarfz2aHyugon5LtOS8Io1ZBLPWPPJhA16PZCfhMksPpRaGc01GLwjxz-ON-jVE_J5_-4_xoYhLOJaQPP9nFwGyncixYOZZRLxoGlCevhEvNkS2gMSL9KH0Puge9FPsHU93AdUXueCadiNqC6SKl8dZn2x6QPycgKHwEazinGV5Zu5-jFLZ9sp/s1600/06%20RAWPIXEL.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;">CREATIVE COMMONS PHOTO FROM RAWPIXEL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Statistics from the Federal Aviation Administration reveal that in 2020, over 370 million passengers travelled on U.S. airlines. Whether you're on a long flight or a noisy commute, noise-cancelling headphones can be a game-changer. These headphones use advanced technology to reduce ambient noise, allowing you to enjoy your music, audiobooks, or podcasts in peace. <br /> <br />Investing in a high-quality pair, like those from Bose or Sony, can significantly enhance your travel experience. Many models are foldable and come with a carrying case for easy packing. Noise-cancelling headphones provide a sanctuary of tranquility, making them one of the best travel accessories for women who value serenity during their journeys.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="reusable-water-bottle"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">REUSABLE WATER BOTTLE: Stay Hydrated Sustainably</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 title="Reusable Water Bottle" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Reusable Water Bottle" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn8ClACE9eH75qtp27K4t_Np-ay2ZolfHTbcz6RCt6GrY-03rhfROoaGnmrAQUG06x2zzUVE_kN9Lw5azDanAcHRSUo3WIanS5deXwZNS50HEYzxcH3YYq7KXwe5tXZGw_jCTWVzf0SEtU7WtGQTSZugIZ4A6iVXK8nrc9DhYA7wAEVzWqYRKNDlnUySZ2/s1600/07%20RAWPIXEL.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;">CREATIVE COMMONS PHOTO FROM RAWPIXEL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Sustainability is a growing concern in the travel industry. According to a report by Booking.com, 70% of global travelers believe that people should travel more sustainably. A reusable water bottle is a simple yet impactful way to reduce your environmental footprint while staying hydrated on your travels. <br /> <br />Look for bottles with features like built-in filters or insulation to keep your water clean and at the right temperature. Many airports and cities have water-refilling stations, making it easy to fill up your bottle throughout your journey. By carrying a reusable water bottle, you not only save money but also contribute to a more eco-friendly travel experience.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►EAT MORE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/best-siopao-in-metro-manila.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BEST SIOPAO IN METRO MANILA</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="packing-cubes"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">PACKING CUBES: Organize Your Luggage Efficiently</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 title="Packing Cubes" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Packing Cubes" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuesQL-IKbtRvZqWfu8dWKxGenlLPk8_BQQfx4pMoDMw7Rvk_KocFpWEbJ7L69xxA1h4q8smfybX7FmDueR3no-Y74b5OY-bi2r9F57W4R3leXW-5_dxrROWYKQ489H9fQse338xVFrjHzV2NQldfIh9X_lqhaTbqcJd5ZDKlHrx9vUvEfiCXA2NaoXW9r/s1600/08%20TIMUR%20WEBER%20PEXEL.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;">PHOTO BY TIMUR WEBER FROM PEXEL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Packing efficiently is a skill that can save you time and frustration during your travels. According to a survey by Condé Nast Traveler, 44% of women use packing cubes to organize their luggage. These lightweight and compact organizers come in various sizes and help you separate your clothing and accessories, making it easier to find what you need without rummaging through your suitcase. These 100% make the best travel accessories for women list. <br /> <br />Using packing cubes also allows you to maximize the space in your luggage. This is especially useful if you're planning to bring a variety of outfits for different occasions. Keeping your belongings organized with packing cubes ensures that you're always prepared and put together while on the road.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="travel-sized-beauty-essentials"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">TRAVEL-SIZED BEAUTY ESSENTIALS: Glamour on the Go</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 title="Travel-sized Beauty Essentials" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Travel-sized Beauty Essentials" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3A-0pahWNTJ1Xo2oN_89D71H85KStTVPUDokmNkukMtwmFbOPxPMd8Q7A3YHwcJ1-srPgFv2dd5z4Guk-nzTm__avvvTA_YRWg-cXlC8YmwIrbfgfwHzYrSKo7sxk8gvgrBcRbm5URU5I38n0q2TrdPu79h0hjb-IRY5yGrgqoujLAXlpYLV9HVrv6i7-/s1600/09%20%20karolina%20grabowska%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;">PHOTO BY CAROLINA GRABOWSKA FROM PEXEL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Travel-sized beauty essentials are a lifesaver for women who want to maintain their grooming routines while on the road. According to a survey by Travel + Leisure, 76% of female travelers bring travel-sized toiletries with them. Look for travel-sized versions of your favorite skincare products, makeup, and haircare items to ensure you stay fresh and glamorous during your travels. <br /> <br />Many brands offer convenient travel kits, and you can also invest in reusable travel-sized containers to fill with your preferred products. Whether it's a mini facial cleanser or a compact hair straightener, these travel-sized beauty essentials help you look and feel your best while exploring the world.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="travel-friendly-footwear"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">TRAVEL-FRIENDLY FOOTWEAR: Style Meets Comfort</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 title="Travel-friendly Footwear" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Travel-friendly Footwear" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihGcDV6XuWTi611LQpYM1oGihxHwhRcpRJ5jPgZ-MIkIv8knYqbtAsa-e6JJOL7kieAtRulrYDqcJ8CcO7tw0YVUOiCuuD6V-k_9_5b4Xoqksdztwuymf7hjsStTnBaOWpcbY-3QV5Og_sYZY6P8-KHWdajleTzVt1P3iFwZtQxKZkFydeE4kqK9plXQ0o/s1600/10%20atiana%20Syrikova%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;">PHOTO BY ATIANA SYRIKOVA FROM PEXEL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Travelling often means hours of walking and exploring new destinations. Having the right footwear is essential to keep your feet comfortable and your style intact. According to a survey by TripAdvisor, 72% of female travelers prioritize comfort when it comes to footwear. Opt for versatile shoes like comfortable sneakers or stylish walking sandals that can handle both city strolls and outdoor adventures. Look for options that are easy to slip on and off during security checks at airports and offer good arch support for long days of exploration. With the right travel-friendly footwear, you can step into any adventure with confidence and ease.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►BOOK MORE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/how-to-purchase-redeem-ceb-super-pass.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>CEB SUPER PASS</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="travel-jewelry-organizer"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">TRAVEL JEWELRY ORGANIZER: Tangle-Free Accessories</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 title="Travel Jewelry Organizer" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Travel Jewelry Organizer" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHOP44vIMLiystqEwedZ9lVQ2eh0UNzk3rJI7nmsqZ0tcADiPLUx7Z_L246MkI_WqE9CoaZ2si8Wr_lMaoNH4U-QN2ZJPdKP3DJHvzYxHXDKLwlwAtf18gsOGU-yUjdzOYgcpRU6Eqsgv9k9k9iESiu6F7t5JFQZSEzW74UFFjjh6oTRRXm8oOmJIi18_X/s1600/pexels-vie-studio-6167403.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;">PHOTO BY VIE STUDIO FROM PEXEL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Travel jewelry organizers are often overlooked but can save you from the hassle of tangled necklaces and misplaced earrings. According to a survey by Orbitz, 65% of female travelers bring jewelry with them on their trips. A compact travel jewelry organizer with individual compartments ensures that your accessories stay organized and protected during your travels. Many of these organizers are designed to fit in your carry-on or handbag, making them a practical accessory for women who want to add a touch of glam to their travel outfits without the fuss.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="conclusion"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">CONCLUSION</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 title="Top 10 Essential Travel Accessories Every Woman Should Own" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Top 10 Essential Travel Accessories Every Woman Should Own" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgL2IykgGd0q_he64iouwhqH0sdrNWha660uLeg-pHS23BhnipWazizKvGfbn50TcgWLU5eNfDysx3uRvjaEmjiRV6xqZ2rGWt62xfnGqP5MRqcqIUnlQzywoKxnxQwNrl65syie90S15xR05sLpUXnpLlmRe7_IhVycFcH6-vDO4BbVSTe2RWz-qM89HPT/s1600/12%20Oriol%20Segon%20Torra%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;">PHOTO BY ORIOL SEGON TORRA FROM PEXEL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The best travel accessories for women are not just add-ons; they are essential tools that enhance comfort, organization, safety, and overall travel experience. Statistics and research findings underscore the significance of these accessories in ensuring a seamless and enjoyable journey. From versatile scarves to travel-friendly backpacks, each item serves a unique purpose, making it easier for you to navigate the challenges of travel while maintaining your personal style and comfort. <br /> <br />By packing these must-have travel companions, you can elevate your journey to new heights of practicality, sophistication, and personal care, ensuring that your adventures are not only memorable but also stress-free, stylish, and environmentally responsible. So, whether you're exploring bustling cities or tranquil landscapes, be sure to include these travel essentials in your packing list for a journey that is truly elevated and enjoyable, with memories that will last a lifetime.</p> <p> </p> <p><font color="#666666">~ WORDS CONTRIBUTED BY A. LUCANUS, COVER PHOTO BY Q000024 FROM PXHERE</font></p>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-3348767107157596812023-10-25T15:16:00.000+08:002023-12-17T12:29:04.343+08:00ON THE ROAD | BACKPACKING WITH A KID 2023<p><img title="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuheKatLASBwbXgCzi6UgKmRVAYSQH4RWrcxLGsKlXz6iqDbXxaSBq0-TZsKV4QEHVd-gzZ0VPTulZ9jm2qUXLBWGoyIzxzmZolr_Y5wdwzLBm1rtvMSMnhVup-oTmShrMVP1bDoh9kaGUodwWAZ2lSaWULOrIP5GabpjkF9gt_n_ENCRo0bA6eVPANHkH/s1600/BPWAK-MAP.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p>It was with much trepidation when I said yes to a month-long backpacking trip across three countries. My wife and I have certainly done this multiple times before, on even longer time periods, but this time, the deal breaker is we're lugging a three-year old kid along with us. A very rowdy three-year old kid.</p> <a name='more'></a> <p> </p> <p>But what's done is done. I agreed, the flight tickets have been booked, hotels lined up, activities and itineraries were planned. So, I guess it's a go. <br /> <br />We're actually revisiting places we've already travelled to years back during our <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2015/03/south-east-asia-summer-loop.html"><strong>ASEAN Summer Loop</strong></a>, <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/04/on-road-beach-hop-asia-2016.html"><strong>Beach Hop Asia</strong></a>, <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2017/04/same-same-summer-trip-2017.html"><strong>Same Same Summer Trip</strong></a>, <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/04/south-east-asia-to-africa-two-months-trip.html"><strong>SEA2Africa</strong></a> trips. A comfort zone of sort—testing the waters, if you will. Just to see if we could really pull it off. <br /> <br />So, for this trip, which we dubbed <b>Backpacking With A Kid 2023</b>, we're traveling to three countries—the Philippines included—spanning <strong>eight cities for thirty five days</strong>. A bit of a disclaimer, we initially planned on just bringing backpacks with us—hence the name—like in the olden days, but the kid just needs so much stuff that we eventually gave in and switched to rolling luggage. So, the better name for this trip would have been, <i>Luggage Trolleying With A Kid 2023</i>. Har. Har. <br /> <br />With that out of the way, here's what our elementary route looks like: <br /><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/manila-to-kuala-lumpur-to-penang-flight.html#manila-to-kl-flight" target="_blank">Manila</a> ➤ <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/manila-to-kuala-lumpur-to-penang-flight.html#klia2-layover" target="_blank">Kuala Lumpur</a> ➤ <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/search/label/Penang+BWAK+2023?&max-results=5" target="_blank">Penang</a> ➤ Langkawi ➤ Singapore ➤ Johor Bahru ➤ Kuala Lumpur ➤ Manila ➤ Siargao ➤ Surigao ➤ Dinagat Islands ➤ Surigao ➤ Manila    <br />    <br />We’re flying via <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/11/manila-to-kuala-lumpur-to-penang-flight.html"><strong>Cebu Pacific Air from Manila to Kuala Lumpur</strong></a><strong> and back</strong>. From Kuala Lumpur to Penang to Langkawi, all the way to Singapore, we’re taking a really cheap multi-city AirAsia flight (around ₱800.00++ per way per person), including the Johor Bahru to Kuala Lumpur flight. The trip from Singapore to Johor Bahru would be done via bus, since getting out of Singapore via plane is quite expensive. From Kuala Lumpur to Manila, we’re heading straight to the provinces of Surigao Del Norte using our <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/how-to-purchase-redeem-ceb-super-pass.html"><strong>CEB Super Pass</strong></a>. <br />    <br />The only three destinations we considered for this year’s route was <strong>Penang</strong>, so we can visit the kid’s grandma and grandpa; <strong>Johor Bahru</strong>, so he can run around Legoland; and <strong>Kuala Lumpur</strong>, so we can eat mee goreng on our favorite stall in <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2015/02/jalan-alor-food-trip-bukit-bintang-kl.html"><strong>Jalan Alor Food Street</strong></a>. The rest of the places we included were incidental, lol. <br /> <br />And yes, we also included a few Philippine destinations for this trip as well. From Manila’s airport, we’ll head straight to Mindanao to visit three provinces in the region. And to lighten our load, we’ll cheat a bit by sending our big luggage full of stuff we’d be buying along the trip to a friend who lives near the airport via Grab or Lalamove, lol.     <br />    <br />This year’s trip may not be as grand as our last <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2019/04/eurasian-summer-bump.html"><strong>The Eurasian Summer Bump</strong></a> which had us flying to Mongolia and Russia, but baby steps first. If we can somehow pull this off without losing our mind and all our hair out of frustration and pure exhaustion, then we’ll probably move to a grander stage next year.</p> <p> </p> <p><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/search/label/BWAK+2023?&max-results=5"><img title="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Backpacking With A Kid 2023" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGUd8PHLlNEbEy_8D5Q2UZKVEzn0W4uCiSKZopMkxyK7SFCf4i5dfcDCOXDgvSszzUH35LhZG6lNA4bbZ0HAXLzjYfEWhn4GHDkzAjTFfCAYrfRrsp1tGHbBNQgobdGK3a5wxGQR02-1fSTJ9dEIVowNe8jH6TmOoz1OR8XUC86ynxeXoK6s8yRcDxq33c/s1600/-%20FOLLOW.png" /></a></p>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-24336959689990544972023-10-20T15:00:00.001+08:002023-10-21T10:49:57.914+08:00METRO MANILA | THE BEST SIOPAO IN TOWN<p><img title="Best Siopao In Metro Manila" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Best Siopao In Metro Manila" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMxZ-qsc0fakxe7QJvTr9lwWMBVfVH22Zt-0c-WUwluGYyEaFwGi3R3h58ISSiw8e22V4A5WcuTEdboB9CNqW07gb9P-5EWUF9_tTzGZSP8EOd8uTOPXAY_9Z6IH_mfS_nJwZIwb-j8SGGYZ6TMzfhJtpjutiKIMf_Yie9GC3qlUSr_sU0ptxayx7G49Mp/s1600/20230524-BANAWE-P9-0009.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p>Soft, slightly sweet buns contrasting with an umami-filled meat filling—be it saucy pork <em>asado</em> or juicy <em>bola-bola</em>, <em>siopao</em> is one of the Philippines’ most delightful comfort foods. It was introduced by Chinese immigrants during the Spanish period and it has since become a staple, not only in Binondo—Manila’s Chinatown—but in every Chinese restaurants in the country as well. <br /> <br />But have you tasted the best siopao in Metro Manila? Here’s a list of the best and unique ones I’ve actually tried. I’m sure that there’s more out there, so drop a comment if you have a <em>siopao</em> recommendation. I’ll update this best <em>siopao</em> list from time to time.</p> <a name='more'></a> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&city=1622" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>CHECK FOR AFFORDABLE HOTELS IN MANILA</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>THE BEST SIOPAO IN METRO MANILA</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS ~ WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/best-siopao-in-metro-manila.html#le-ching">Le Ching Tea House</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/best-siopao-in-metro-manila.html#masuki">Masuki</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/best-siopao-in-metro-manila.html#ling-nam">Ling Nam</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/best-siopao-in-metro-manila.html#shanghai-fried-siopao">The Original Shanghai Fried Siopao</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/best-siopao-in-metro-manila.html#kowloon-house">Kowloon House</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/best-siopao-in-metro-manila.html#ma-chicken-mami-house">Ma Chicken Mami House</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/best-siopao-in-metro-manila.html#casa-daza">Casa Daza</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/best-siopao-in-metro-manila.html#wan-kee">Wan Kee Bakery</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/best-siopao-in-metro-manila.html#wai-ying">Wai Ying</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/best-siopao-in-metro-manila.html#ma-mon-luk">Ma Mon Luk</a></li> </ol>   ► <a href="https://www.klook.com/experiences/list/manila-food-wine-tours/c96-cate29/?aid=824"><strong>BOOK DISCOUNTED MANILA FOOD TOUR</strong></a> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="le-ching"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">LE CHING TEA HOUSE</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>PRICE:</strong> ₱199.00 • <strong>BRANCHES:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/AhRLY4mmN1MFFtBZ6" rel="nofollow">GREENHILLS</a> 11AM - 8PM / <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/BAEkg1gV98dGmzACA" rel="nofollow">BANAWE</a> <font size="1">10AM - 8:45PM</font> / <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/foBMzuQv6U83DTFP8" rel="nofollow">SCOUT TOBIAS</a> 10AM - 9PM</font></p> <hr /> <p><img title="Le Ching Tea House Tai Po Siopao" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Le Ching Tea House Tai Po Siopao" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDCEMlr7nhBZuxd8oTMN30smiuj-XhWynasRoJBpvAhtpZtF-7rGcy7rPDhYh9LXvEMnJUBsJoi3DsizVd6U-AfyK7FDE2-HkWvMXsyTDQ5S9XExHUl4i7PtsWPUWkXW9TfrXK1lAVDb_q10Pp2i5GGbAzSpd7C8Xaj7YGEgG9zUn5Q0BU1uqHypz92E9v/s1600/20230503-GREENHILLS-P9-0007.jpg" width="348" height="464" /> <img title="Le Ching Tea House Tai Po Siopao" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Le Ching Tea House Tai Po Siopao" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisvitH5F16Ksmes24AuELnPBZU-8fb2rNtKYiMztS8MfqT2N-mmq_x9VV4P71r7xDxDmMnhMQznXwJ_tBddEmFjwLdxVP8gNPBPDluLfvh7wioGN0kixGbzdQyiZ_Wuh893zhd1U_m1CNOOcyzhb9S_-zPF6QfhTohWN8MPUR4vTsfRMhR9UVPUrOtchlB/s1600/20230503-GREENHILLS-P9-0010.jpg" width="348" height="464" /></p> <p>One of the OG restaurants in Greenhills’ Shoppesville Shopping Center, Le Ching Tea House stands proud with their enormous <em>bola-bola siopao</em>. Their <strong>tai po</strong> is so enormous—about six to seven inches in diameter—that I was unable to finish it. It’s definitely good enough for two people, especially if you have <em>mami</em> on the sides. <br /> <br />Their bread is soft, though a bit dry and crumbly. The bola-bola filling was also ginormous, I can see bits of carrots, <em>chorizo</em>, salted egg, and small shrimps. They have one of the best bun to filling ratio at around 20 to 80. <br /> <br />It is curious to note that Le Ching Tea House does not serve their <em>tai po siopao</em> with the usual <em>siopao</em> sauce, rather with hot sauce and chili garlic. To be fair, it does work, but I think it would fare better with a traditional one.</p> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/city/96-manila-things-to-do/?aid=824" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK DISCOUNTED TOURS IN MANILA</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="masuki"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">MASUKI</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>PRICE:</strong> ₱95.00 • <strong>BRANCHES & <strong>OPENING HOURS</strong>:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/DduHrHdfHqVzza759" rel="nofollow">MEGAMALL</a> 9AM - 8PM / <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/yQZ5SUdGr8bnoYbX9" rel="nofollow">GREENHILLS</a> 9AM - 8PM / <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/ez8Mz3oNfUVxCieMA" rel="nofollow">LUCKY CHINATOWN MALL</a> 10AM - 9PM / <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/taySytS3YqtwmBVL6" rel="nofollow">BINONDO</a> 7AM - 10PM</font></p> <hr /> <p><img title="Masuki Special Siopao" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Masuki Special Siopao" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgV5w7xi0Cyua8NylWV5G6nZrDrIR-k7Os_-XckOROE3DQMuV5vWeu8mQV1SkMMH1ADEwvbXsw-ZmlnT5raE_P5M8bi8cMC9oyo9DxsHv1Qkv_2xy6FSl68bVL33D8DCwN5qKAGuWNUJjLnY4XZ7REHqnhdFBVNsD_MQzBa5lryk2-YingLFj7nGSvWBSLB/s1600/20230628-QUIAPO-P9-0053.jpg" width="348" height="523" /> <img style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwURtyiIwjaMOT1KPH08XBWiGLUEUrB_h_zZUKJVZZ1T3WEtCvRh5Cq8V1pC3zEIKp_rExX3aYbx7_aT57Qi9FDc8GoYXZaYuftq2ZxSzznVO9d_2Ritl6OF8y_c4vCplQN1SLOuA4_A-Z4RoBr8R0nqAELnKSykxHl7ulRkPkdnXf5y4BNAwQ2urC-Gtm/s1600/20230504-GREENHILLS-P9-0034.jpg" width="348" height="523" /></p> <p>Masuki has one of the best <em>asado siopaos</em> that you would ever taste in your life. Their <strong>special siopao</strong> measures at around five to six inches in diameter, it is huge. Its bread is soft and delicious, but its chunky filling is even more flavorful. Filled with hefty amount of dark brown shredded pork <em>asado</em> flakes, what seems to be slices of pork <em>asado</em>, and salted egg, it goes really well with Masuki’s <em>siopao</em> sauce. Their bun to filling ratio is at around 30 to 70. <br /> <br />It is said that Masuki is also owned by the same clan that operates Ma Mon Luk. No wonder they share the same siopao goodness—though, Masuki has a stronger flavor than those at Ma Mon Luk.</p> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.skyscanner.net/g/referrals/v1/flights/cheap-flights-to?adId=1100662&campaignId=13416&destination=mnl&mediaPartnerId=3753270" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>CHECK FOR CHEAP FLIGHTS TO MANILA</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="ling-nam"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">LING NAM</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>PRICE:</strong> ₱149.00 • <strong>BRANCHES & OPENING HOURS:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/UppedU6vSuakyiHg9" rel="nofollow">STA CRUZ</a> 6AM - 11PM / <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/tfDh9486KbX9ei7p7" rel="nofollow">BANAWE</a> 24 HOURS / <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/CsWGbbJSj9UbrfQV9" rel="nofollow">SAN JUAN</a> 7AM - 11PM</font></p> <hr /> <p><img title="Ling Nam Tai Pao Siopao" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Ling Nam Tai Pao Siopao" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4OjBogeRbWv9AAV6u7r4pMbVZv92nTCCrv_brrhgBm34lbY9vHVMyLKpKDUzFRyGZ-WUfzwQUCnI7L2qZ5hm5_yXDSB0wQMwmDN2D3CET3NdgP1dCUrmCy5GyRvW-DU9WKutUs2J2PIUqZ0T5rqSZuxk23M5F-egvoIp3ovOoZ7xFghCW6iT4jcjgivik/s1600/20230524-BANAWE-P9-0026.jpg" width="348" height="523" /> <img title="Ling Nam Tai Pao Siopao" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Ling Nam Tai Pao Siopao" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrMxgWQC_K3zjCaT1P1UPGRcw4oexKg-vQQR1jZgYPaQLOgqu2uilpgirLXckV0zZx9JCa0tJtU2FCb5GPoPbfpFGhM5CtSRVJthcZMjAynLEXv6i-IsT8KPAJwYyhzw9dvr5G51VF5C5PWGCVzoNIzKXI7-dZjUOfCrliVSjY8MJ7vKPfzLhmKCI5pg5T/s1600/20230524-BANAWE-P9-0027.jpg" width="348" height="523" /></p> <p>The original Ling Nam has been serving Chinese food since 1950. It originated in Binondo and has since put up branches in Banawe, Sta. Cruz, and other parts of the metro. They serve five kinds of siopao—<em>asado, bola-bola, lotus pao, mongo pao</em>, and <em>tai pao</em>. The largest of these, and I guess their special, is their <strong>tai pao</strong>. <br /> <br />At 5.5 inches, it is huge. It has a light and very soft <em>bola-bola</em> filling with a unique <em>meatbally ulam</em> taste. Mixed within it are unsalted duck egg, <em>chorizo,</em> and what seems to be bits of chicken. Its bun is soft and pillowy, with a neutral taste. Ling Nam’s sauce is also quite different from the usual <em>siopao</em> sauce, with a clear, light, sweet flavor that almost tastes like the street food <em>manong</em> sauce. Its bun to filling is at about 50/50.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►EXPLORE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/03/what-to-see-and-do-in-bgc.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>THINGS TO DO IN BGC</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="shanghai-fried-siopao"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">THE ORIGINAL SHANGHAI FRIED SIOPAO</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>PRICE:</strong> ₱35.00 • <strong>ADDRESS:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/YuB5zmrrsCEaz7wE8" rel="nofollow">ONGPIN ST., BINONDO, MANILA</a> • <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 7AM - 6PM • <strong>CONTACT NO:</strong> (02) 8734-0886</font></p> <hr /> <p><img title="The Original Shanghai Fried Siopao Ongpin Binondo" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The Original Shanghai Fried Siopao Ongpin Binondo" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAumZ4-nts3tLy6C1yLMeBzxcHD6NlZJ7-u68KxhH8OBfTtKtv2c9tQbYca5whh1txKPI4_D-iKz7FIJlF6mJS3T2OAaz9XQRpBvuC-nCyHkiVICrioEwkXcd5c-dI_mbOWy2nyLEJ6gUX-9jdppcMJYx0m4o3g4Ih1qAQJi5XlsxsUBhLfU9VF8WMgguz/s1600/20230608-QUIAPO-P30-0042.jpg" width="348" height="523" /> <img title="The Original Shanghai Fried Siopao Ongpin Binondo" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="The Original Shanghai Fried Siopao Ongpin Binondo" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgMvLfxUZQKfCJtdc9Lp3znN47SavopoiY_aqohdbDWmCyLdFcaRsSLOPkYPYqpsih6QZA8Uvca_YhfG2KpF0VmdREKnffutOyJ5905pFJq-i4Ab1KLsn96umaIZAU42n5p9Rfxo2uEchYNyKkL7bk4aGobB9U2BEGCSnizEbidlxRq3epkz1VOV9tLrIL/s1600/20230608-QUIAPO-P30-0046.jpg" width="348" height="523" /></p> <p>Ongpin’s famed <strong>Shanghai fried siopao</strong> isn’t famous for nothing. It is really good. <br /> <br />The Original Shanghai Fried Siopao’s offering is snack-sized, about four inches in diameter, with a bun to filling ratio of about 30 to 60. The crisply fried bottom and soft upper bun is its selling point, but really, its filling is its winning point. The flavorful and juicy pork <em>asado</em> filling is mixed with a generous dose of chives making for a really refreshing <em>siopao</em> flavor.</p> <center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/activity/7937-the-big-binondo-food-wok-manila/?aid=824" rel="nofollow"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK A BINONDO FOOD TOUR</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="kowloon-house"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">KOWLOON HOUSE</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>PRICE:</strong> ₱65.00 • <strong>BRANCHES:</strong> EVERYWHERE IN METRO MANILA • <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> VARIES, SOME ARE 24 HOURS</font></p> <hr /> <p><img title="Kowloon House Asado Siopao" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Kowloon House Asado Siopao" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIFkHQS4mTm2MgOxBReFIQR6GdUl4rYG-_48_wf9GS_-SZ8wuEpkDdzQm_qSZzumVHGkoUUo97-nv8j1ZNZ_aFjlex-1lgO2ay0tj09SoehpRXvtmNlsUAAyTaS-8tTETo9EtB8eNXsOAQGyYZBXJFkHyjtgnJRXHsEtx29xmSp86H8JTsxOrnjFsTQuJ2/s1600/20230322-SIOPAOKOWLOON-P9-0007.jpg" width="348" height="464" /> <img title="Kowloon House Bola-Bola Siopao" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Kowloon House Bola-Bola Siopao" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJyEZj7jZ5ngu1YAkcbcFVG-w2fD0marjZe2kfaHjeqB1_h_aW9H5pDIrMrVeSA3wUJo464PR7y8-Dn9O0BDzlvTQ0dj9XcE-k0arlu6oy64xccpt6WW9NWcmS3MI1da5igz3QKWPrfs-FCpDnwMNsmcZXIbk-kgAbENCm6i03TVTNdqXdI0i1oZj6R76W/s1600/20230322-SIOPAOKOWLOON-P9-0005.jpg" width="348" height="464" /></p> <p>Besides the <em>siopaos</em> available in fast-food joints, Kowloon House probably has the most number of <em>siopao</em> shops across Metro Manila. <br /> <br />They serve <em>asado</em> and <em>bola-bola</em> variants in small and large sizes—which is just right for one person. Their <strong>siopao asado</strong>, which has reddish filling, is just so-so for me, but their large <strong>bola-bola siopao</strong> is the star of their game. Granted, their bun is really not on my favorite list—it is stuffy and crumbly. Although their patrons might actually like this as it is, as it has always been this way since time immemorial, and they’re still here. But the <em>bola-bola</em> filling more than makes up for the bun—it’s moist, tender, and extremely delicious. <br /> <br />Kowloon House serves their <em>siopaos</em> with traditional <em>siopao</em> sauce and their signature red hot sauce.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="ma-chicken-mami-house"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">MA CHICKEN MAMI HOUSE</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>PRICE:</strong> ₱98.00 • <strong>BRANCH & OPENING HOURS:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/WGA6JYSVyqV9VnYz8" rel="nofollow">TRINOMA, QC</a> 9AM - 10PM / <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/5eum5a2TSmwxgEGK6" rel="nofollow">STA LUCIA MALL, MARIKINA</a> 10AM - 6PM • <strong>CONTACT NO.:</strong> (02) 8994-6142</font></p> <hr /> <p><img title="Ma Chicken Mami House Asado Siopao" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Ma Chicken Mami House Asado Siopao" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDNoW9D8VgFVZY6UBy62LztMRnVLjpAltofXgtH95qIWMRESiJhMUMEHk73uwgB-ebBwVdcZNdCJS93F3tQHeU18Ul8ZCUcAeEYQjl4mAK1UCme-Z_ZKCx1lDL5rBA9fE1gJWEN3YJxKwuH2uaBRur8eiGw2zMcAFaWQ1qLZwd0bA_GacofCg1QQ7O6_I_/s1600/20230422-MAMICHICKEN-P9-0005.jpg" /></p> <p>Located on an almost hidden corner of Trinoma, Ma Chicken Mami House serves Binondo food in a mall setting. Their <strong>asado siopao</strong> is on the small side, about four inches in diameter, and also has an average-sized filling—having about 40 to 60 bun to filling ratio.    <br />    <br />Their bun is soft and delicious, while their filling is also good—juicy and saucy <em>asado</em> portions mixed with a bit of fat. It certainly won’t win any awards, but it’s one of those good siopao fixes for people craving for Binondo food without traversing the traffic all the way to Manila. <br /> <br />The label on the paper underside of their siopao indicates it came from <strong>North Park</strong>, which turns out to be their sister company. They, however, clarified that North Park does not sell their <em>siopao</em>, as it can only be bought at Ma Chicken Mami House.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="casa-daza"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">CASA DAZA</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>PRICE:</strong> ₱68.00 • <strong>ADDRESS:</strong> AROUND METRO MANILA • <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> VARIES, TAKE OUT ONLY</font></p> <hr /> <p><img title="Casa Daza Asado Siopao" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Casa Daza Asado Siopao" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiznc481jwoN52hTxj5mJaBTgVgTWhDCMVcpIEagjEigye2Q92Awj8B8CifTKTp3O2jbzZQcQGtKerxTU7XqUZxgXW7LKRe3eXi0zW4QJn3XuSRP9tPsC7hpIv5iUf40OSe837Rb0WEPZjWwRlaIvKzU9o2NJh7-Yzmx3zZeYu1YKWxDO6WaKAZwL4V3n0c/s1600/20231007-SIOPAODAZA-A6000S-0001.jpg" width="348" height="464" /> <img title="Casa Daza Bola-Bola Siopao" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Casa Daza Bola-Bola Siopao" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje1EZ1uWXORV3q7Op0ARjNMz71j9FXTCCNQSvc9m_fbxWPgljxAoJfsab1bqkZtv0fmS8CwWVb8NJZGNKFNgOruXqNAK56rf1XrLur7sSb-w0LGuneU8NlUbDONns-sjSB8cGm2vuTetK1Tx6V3E6GrkkKkcVjwa8sMFJsJ2Is_beRM7wspwCNZC6rWOnn/s1600/20231007-SIOPAODAZA-A6000S-0002.jpg" width="348" height="464" /></p> <p>I was curious how Chef Sandy Daza does his <em>siopao</em>, and it turns out—pretty good. He sells three kinds—pork <em>asado</em>, chicken <em>asado</em>, and <em>bola bola</em>.      <br />    <br />Casa Daza’s <strong>pork asado siopao</strong> has a very fine flaky texture sans any visible fat. It is, however, too fine for my taste, as it somehow loses the chunkiness I’m looking for with my <em>siopao</em>. Still, it is delicious, in a restrained and subtle Ma Mon Luk, kinda way. Their <strong>bola-bola siopao</strong> was also good—a balanced flavor of chunky meat with salted egg. Their <strong>chicken siopao</strong>, however, isn’t for me. I found it to be a tad too dry, though it’s a good option for those who want their siopao but doesn’t eat pork. <br /> <br />Strangely, their sauce doesn’t taste like your usual <em>siopao</em> sauce—it’s salty without even a hint of sweetness. It actually goes well with their <em>bola-bola</em>, but it doesn’t seem to complement their <em>asado siopaos</em>—which, in my opinion, would be even better with a regular <em>siopao</em> sauce.      <br />    <br />Casa Daza’s <em>siopaos</em> are at about five inches in diameter with a bun to filling ratio of about 50/50. With a very affordable price point, it makes for one of the best value for money <em>siopaos</em> in Metro Manila.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="wan-kee"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">WAN KEE BAKERY</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>PRICE:</strong> ₱215.00 • <strong>ADDRESS:</strong> BENAVIDEZ ST., BINONDO, MANILA • <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 6AM -6PM • <strong>CONTACT NO.:</strong> (02) 8244-8338</font></p> <hr /> <p><img title="Wan Kee Bakery Giant Siopao Bola-Bola " style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Wan Kee Bakery Giant Siopao Bola-Bola " src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjutGIII3NEJw12-xgU7C7sZll_IpmNSMSAEwcKf1UzajknKr3MGIVLACT8IknCcW5Hi0lZuKc-h-miic9ehqV3s9IXBUY9m9-VeLiY__worhJXaEElQhcDCLDiagidzBE1BorWI48r-mmUyneX_IR7SFShGEAjJNwN-xywkjXufRYw-W3G4kOfTGq3bW6-/s1600/20231015-SIOPAOWANKEE-A6000-0002.jpg" width="369" height="492" /> <img title="Wan Kee Bakery Giant Siopao Bola-Bola " style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Wan Kee Bakery Giant Siopao Bola-Bola " src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3ZeLv5u0_qqvs8fbrQEtqi78KPUKMaEjRUji1WtMs0yfjDDAOhSajhOjosbBvMW2uvaBAsltO9tGCaPc_8nsIHEHcBu0YoNehDarBrZKwmMKCyp5HApqFMpoVCsPOZ3WJNMjZq0EMwM-wF-pDk0a6vhj9PtOyqT-8Tl9kNmLMh_ttaAexogY0Apjzq7lg/s1600/IMG_20231015_143349.jpg" width="328" height="492" /></p> <p>Have you seen a siopao that’s bigger than your face? Wan Kee Bakery has two of such, an <em>asado</em> and <em>bola-bola</em> giant <em>siopao</em>. Located in Binondo, this bakeshop sells frozen <em>siopaos</em> along with other pastries. They don’t have ready to eat ones, you’d have to bring it home and steam it yourself. <br /> <br />Upon recommendation, we only tried their <strong>bola-bola giant siopao</strong>. It measures a whopping seven inches in diameter and is very heavy. It’s bun to filling ratio at about 65 to 35, which is quite good considering how huge the siopao is. <br /> <br />Their bun is surprisingly not sweet and even has hints of saltiness. Which, I guess, is why their <em>siopao</em> sauce is purely sweet and has no umami and salty flavor. Its <i>bola-bola</i> is hefty and has that juicy <em>meatbally ulam</em> taste similar to Ling Nam’s. I can see bits of carrots, chives, fat bits, chorizo slices, and unsalted duck egg. <br /> <br />It’s definitely not the best <em>bola-bola</em> siopao I’ve tasted, but it is a good <em>siopao </em>with a come-on of being the largest one you’ll probably ever get to try. We actually tried adding a bit of <i>kecap manis</i> on their <em>siopao</em> sauce to give it a bit more umami and saltiness, and it indeed improve Wan Kee Bakery’s jumbo siopao’s taste.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="wai-ying"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">WAI YING</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>PRICE:</strong> ₱110.00 • <strong>BRANCHES:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/nW83dEPjp8koz3i37" rel="nofollow">BINONDO</a> 7AM – 10PM / <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/xWiS7nU1xBpdcBGm8" rel="nofollow">168 MALL DIVISORIA</a> 10AM - 6PM / <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/GPgPHEFh7rZZFdJ59" rel="nofollow">DIVISORIA MALL</a> 10AM - 6PM / <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/6PTeKUzyRycW9kZu9" rel="nofollow">LUCKY CHINATOWN MALL</a> 10AM - 8PM • <strong>CONTACT NO.:</strong> +63 (917) 188-1658</font></p> <hr /> <p><img title="Wai Ying Tai Pao Siopao Bola-Bola" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Wai Ying Tai Pao Siopao Bola-Bola" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaz-Gw9Ys5Rern0DseQ2BDDIARPjQucWNdTpGs0H0A5cU9X8kj5IxgEv44-mIsR79p5FOXwLWhpQrb_4ATItf8UH43x0TxokRC3xBfaRjXQxsICfy8Dq9lnS1CzmwQOetKnVWZeTQIkgtZpyz0p8GubPM7lVxTNP9k7U3nKso5x9YkbMzi-XaeEZe3HN_U/s1600/20230510-WAIYING-P9-0004.jpg" /></p> <p><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2011/03/binondo-wai-ying-fastfood.html"><strong>Wai Ying</strong></a> made its name on the Binondo food scene with their dumplings. Their <em>siopao</em> isn’t really that famous but their special <strong>tai pao bola-bola</strong> packs a punch. Measuring at five to six inches in diameter, its bun is soft and delicious, coating a juicy pork filling mixed with shrimp, chorizo bits, unsalted duck egg, and mushrooms—exuding a smoky aroma and flavor. <br /> <br />It has a bun to filling ratio of about 50/50, with the filling unevenly positioned. Wai Ying’s siopao sauce is one of the best I’ve tasted, although some find it a bit too salty.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="ma-mon-luk"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">MA MON LUK</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>PRICE:</strong> ₱110.00 • <strong>ADDRESS:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/WLFiq5BmoimmKhpU8" rel="nofollow">BANAWE, QUEZON AVE</a> • <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 9AM - 9PM • <strong>CONTACT NO:</strong> (02) 8712-3560</font></p> <hr /> <p><img title="Ma Mon Luk Special Siopao Asado" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Ma Mon Luk Special Siopao Asado" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcJ6xF3OMuHszaSOaohgkVSGHU_rsHjM_palWlfSufB7UJEDwtQx44cnzV8rjSzNapPCKngF89t0XeiWH1CaFsnnLOgzmO1THnLDDXWmobxMXQ7vdb64anoKebDeoLGwnhMFbxMiOfegoVX_-RS7k-VWPZMhcSwsYWQZO0bJr9zyPaM5x0-udn6uc9w4hT/s1600/20230524-BANAWE-P9-0001.jpg" width="328" height="492" /> <img title="Ma Mon Luk Special Siopao Asado" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Ma Mon Luk Special Siopao Asado" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieeG2UZdmCWJwaCr4SaU2UI3NpFD-TDMu23_1pH22hkk15VNL6fNNuan8UV9srZ9gWf4A5GkS4aY0hlfeD9c885rUNIEFY-_XQsXA7eCyAO3aMuL3ZBl4pqEjpPv95HNgD68jCsKrQfCIa-cB0P7l6GliibQ4w5dVDoJQ0My7hZ87i03g7OuK2oMfUa70l/s1600/20230524-SIOPAOMAMONLUK-A6000S-0002.jpg" width="369" height="492" /></p> <p>One of the best <em>siopaos</em> in Metro Manila is Ma Mon Luk’s <strong>special siopao asado</strong>. At around 4.5 to 5 inches in diameter, it is big and can be shared, but I’m definitely not sharing mine. <br /> <br />Its bun is soft but still has some mass, making it chewy. But, really, its filling is where it shines. Their <em>siopao</em> is filled with <em>strandy</em> and tender pork <em>asado</em> with slices of red salted egg. It’s as simple as that but its taste—sweet, salty, full of flavor, but with a subtlety that makes it really, really good. Their <em>siopao</em> sauce is quite ordinary, but it complements Ma Mon Luk’s <em>siopao</em> quite well. Their bun to filling ratio is at about 50 to 50. <br /> <br />As of this writing their Quezon Avenue branch in Quezon City is the lone branch that is open. The original <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2015/07/ma-mon-luk-restaurant-quiapo-quezon-blvd.html"><strong>Ma Mon Luk Quiapo</strong></a> is under renovation and has a sign that says it will reopen on 2022. Unfortunately, it’s still closed up to this date.</p>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-22365566800963306132023-10-15T20:54:00.001+08:002023-10-15T20:59:34.493+08:00ZAMBOANGA TRAVEL GUIDE 2023 | Itinerary + Budget + Map<p><img title="Zamboanga Travel Guide Itinerary Budget Map" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Zamboanga Travel Guide" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRSSvKFdBOJZb5GNZEIepLD05uaEp_vMjCg6ibkDaLTAXl_ouP3xuB8j29G6f-ZN2dCXmD3BITDcT-mEXgIIxLKxwBHDwwiKQRmzv4w0PaSLpk8UxWnTK-IVgbha3jEpucfLcKtV3sOKDTfXBViQ0pxn0gyJOWiW8hTvGgiP-0KgHdRCscGNkB9ztTuA/s1600/20181007-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0133.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p>Located on the southernmost tip of the Zamboanga Peninsula, <strong>Zamboanga City</strong> is one of the major gateways to Mindanao. And there is indeed no better way to start your Mindanao adventure than from here. Its city center is filled with history and culture, the food scene is very vibrant, and there are beaches which you can easily access. <br /> <br />Dubbed as <strong>Asia’s Latin City</strong>, Zamboanga City’s identity is deeply intertwined with Spain—from the way they speak, to the food they eat. Their culture is a colorful mix between the conquistadores of yore, to Christian and Muslim customs. <br /> <br />This Zamboanga travel guide aims to help both first time and returning visitors on how to get there, where to eat, where to stay, and what to see and do in and around the city on a modest budget.</p> <a name='more'></a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ZamboangaiTravelTouristLane/" rel="nofollow"><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/AVvXsEjyaolXUnXV-cpmniurP-Fnm7IeIznhxM8ULCEzgC_PTFzwSaCXhpJ6OWE7uMm1bpN3rLyIxixhPOPoxIImZEuYwAEQYNevFs477L6KPlmaNAbTKS_jHkTjKb3wGhpYoiC0dsvyv6w_Ho0rpLb0PJN0lRNrKlIVV8vZ_HGgrhUlb8SAxIgVf7F02nudIynu/s1600/Zamboanga%20iTravel.png" /></a> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>ZAMBOANGA CITY TRAVEL BLOG GUIDE</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS ~ WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html#understand">Understand Zamboanga City</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html#speak">Speak Zamboanga City</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html#travel-tips">Zamboanga City Travel Tips</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html#how-to-get-there">How To Get To Zamboanga City</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html#transportation">How To Get Around Zamboanga City</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html#tours">Organized Tours In Zamboanga City</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html#lodgings">Where To Stay in Zamboanga City</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html#eat">Where To Eat In Zamboanga City</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html#tourist-spots">What To See & Do In Zamboanga City</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html#shopping">What To Buy In Zamboanga City</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html#festivals">Festivals In Zamboanga City</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html#tourist-spots-map">Zamboanga City Tourist Spots Map</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html#itinerary-budget">Zamboanga City Sample Itineraries & Budget</a></li> </ol> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="understand" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">UNDERSTAND ZAMBOANGA CITY</font></h2> <hr /> <p>Zamboanga City, the center of the Zamboanga Peninsula Region, is the sixth largest city in the Philippines in terms of population, and third largest by land area. It’s populated by a majority of Christians, followed closely by Muslims. It is also inhabited by the Samal, Yakan, Tausug, and Badjao people. Located on the region’s southernmost tip, it’s about an hour and a half away by plane from Manila. <br /> <br />Zamboanga was originally founded by the Subanon people during the 12th to 13th century. Spain came in at 1521, establishing a fort—their stronghold on the islands of Mindanao. The Spanish rule, which only ended during the 1890s, had a strong influence on the city, not only in religion, but in their language, food, and traditions as well. A republic was established after the Spaniards left, the Republic of Zamboanga, up until the Commonwealth Period where it was turned into a city. <br /> <br />Zamboanga has only two seasons, rainy and dry. The best time to go would be during the dry months of November to April, but if you want to enjoy the best of what the city has to offer, you should try and go during October where the annual Zamboanga Hermosa Festival happens.</p> <p><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&city=5781" rel="nofollow"><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/AVvXsEhdnBmXHAzdP2bn-yvwDHVTqFwYxUjrA77G1Pny4zNhB3YtNLOTxdFthVCIrb1_WchzlQbg0dx0o3J5PIR6Q8cvujDCJ8ZxVuCCyiXpPNq6CimZuEpjKhDeJTRkKe9EOAqiQyUXIBmGVV7xooZB_GmQSSorcfluJUirmE85FzG092igTQOUl8soJhucgzfa/s1600/Zamboanga%20Hotel%20City.png" /></a></p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="speak" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">SPEAK ZAMBOANGA</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="Speak Zamboanga" style="margin: 5px 10px 10px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Speak Zamboanga" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDoRFZViRoNMK-kG9XkL_RKac1v8Fm1acXemwTRM8oYIqehH0lOiIzfA0eZ9BpmvaFtwU4keGjotcPeZP4gRd_1-MLwvwaW1vkv70KfaPIFm8OsT8TncTfwX8POEwJgc2s-ETcp6ply05cce-_ZW3ya6w5TWRwdvjI-M4Cjf4qcQumCEYHY_aj3-blRw/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0007.jpg" width="275" align="left" height="405" /></p> <p>Zamboanga City is heavily influenced by the Spaniards and this reflects on how they speak. <strong>Chavacano</strong> is considered as one of the oldest creole languages in the world, it is a fusion of about sixty five percent Spanish and thirty five percent mix of local languages and dialects of the Zamboanga Peninsula and the Sulu Archipelago. Here are a few phrases you may use during your Zamboanga trip: <br /> <br />Thank You – Gracias <br />Good Morning – Buenas dias <br />Good Afternoon – Buenas tardes <br />Good Evening – Buenas noches <br />How Much? – Cuanto este? <br />Where is… – Donde…</p> <br clear="all" /> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="travel-tips" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">KNOW BEFORE YOU GO ~ ZAMBOANGA CITY TRAVEL TIPS</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="Zamboanga City Travel Tips" style="margin: 5px 10px 10px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Zamboanga City Travel Tips" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjI3lhCALKz32b5EOCuciR1wRxYtOitrQ4whdocbfwRcEXnjauF-Tm-CfZ6bvQRwBuYUhmaRj90LlK9o5XLBwdxMfuYyGEhItI4bKIpiVwvR5XZd8DG6PBSCvusDhcS-DoWW5Vjeqr8rpW9pLAJbBQxa0Sh_lHF5E6idgDIQEjFCJSXPH8kzeo7zoyBgQ/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0067.jpg" align="left" /></p> <p><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>● </strong></font>The best time to go to Zamboanga City is during October when they celebrate the annual Zamboanga Hermosa Festival. It’s the perfect time to see an actual <em>vinta</em> race, watch a <em>mascota</em> gown competition, see the faithful pray novenas at Fort Pilar, and witness the festive street dancing along Calle Valderosa. <br /><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>●</strong></font> For beach lovers, there are islands you can visit in Zamboanga. If you’re into snorkeling, it’s best to bring your own gear—snorkel, mask, underwater camera—as most tours don’t really provide one for guests. It is also advisable to bring a dry bag with you. <br /><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>● </strong></font>There are a lot of banks and ATM machines at the city center, so you can actually bring just the right amount of money, and simply withdraw if needed. <br /><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>● </strong></font>Dressing conservatively isn’t really a must when in Zamboanga, the city is as modern as any in the Philippines. <br />● Zamboanga City is a pretty safe city, don’t let the military presence in the area intimidate you.</p> <br clear="all" /> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="how-to-get-there" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">HOW TO GET TO ZAMBOANGA CITY</font></h2> <hr /> <p>Two of the three major airlines in the Philippines, Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific, has direct flights from Manila to Zamboanga City. Travel time is about an hour and forty five minutes, with five daily flights. Zamboanga can also be reached by ferries, albeit on a longer travel time, from major cities like Manila, <strike>Cebu</strike>, and Davao. If you’re already in Visayas and Mindanao, you can even ride a bus, both air-conditioned and non-aircon, going to Zamboanga through Ceres and Rural Transit. Note, however, that if you’re coming from Visayas, it also entails a ferry ride, which is packaged within your bus trip.</p>                <a href="https://skyscanner.pxf.io/3ed5Gk" rel="nofollow"><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/AVvXsEifjMDXBn0FvTi8d5gXgS9NRL8Cg_aZ_ZGS9ELlNaBDO0YHSZM3N5dbLYhUeIhRk3yUQ3fRvpwsuN8ueJahuY-45LF_fanaqGKiSM0FCfA37UW9Pi9d6aL_hV7QzQYB4fLl6yqrnYfvs8Pyhog6VDlbl8qoOsEqxr6QwOxVlhf6KHLzFbfDw5E75uZEqyx4/s1600/Zamboanga%20Flights.png" /></a>   <br />  <p><strong><font style="letter-spacing: 3px;" size="3" face="Century Gothic">FLIGHTS TO ZAMBOANGA CITY</font></strong></p> <div style="margin: 0px auto; display: block; white-space: nowrap; overflow-x: auto;"> <table bordercolor="#f0ebea" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="647" border="1"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="153"> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">FLIGHTS FROM</font></strong></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="142"> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">AIRLINES</font></strong></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="158"> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">DIRECT FLIGHTS <br />PER DAY</font></strong></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="104"> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">ESTIMATED <br />TRAVEL TIME</font></strong></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="88"> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">AVERAGE <br />FARE FROM</font></strong></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="153"> <p>METRO MANILA</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="142"> <p>CEB, PAL</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="158"> <p>7+ <font size="1">DAILY</font></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="104"> <p>1:45 HOURS</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="88"> <p>₱2,800 +/-</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="153"> <p>DAVAO</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="142"> <p>CEB</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="158"> <p>1+ <font size="1">DAILY</font></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="104"> <p>1:05 HOURS</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="88"> <p>₱2,200 +/-</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="153"> <p>CEBU</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="142"> <p>CEB, PAL</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="158"> <p>1+ <font size="1">DAILY</font></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="104"> <p>1:10 HOURS</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="88"> <p>₱1,600 +/-</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="153"> <p>COTABATO</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="142"> <p>CEB</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="158"> <p>4 <font size="1">WEEKLY | SUN MON WED FRI</font></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="104"> <p>0:55 HOURS</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="88"> <p>₱1,800 +/-</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="153"> <p>TAWI TAWI</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="142"> <p>CEB, PAL</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="158"> <p>1+ <font size="1">DAILY</font></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="104"> <p>55 MINS</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="88"> <p>₱1,300 +/-</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> </div> <p><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>AIRLINE CONTACT INFORMATION:</strong></font> <br /><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>CEBU PACIFIC</strong></font> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/cebupacificairphilippines/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a> <br /><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>PHILIPPINE AIRLINES</strong></font> <a href="https://bit.ly/PALMessenger">Messenger</a> | WhatsApp +63 (998) 951-4359</p> <br /> <p><strong><font style="letter-spacing: 3px;" size="3" face="Century Gothic">FERRIES TO ZAMBOANGA</font></strong></p> <div style="margin: 0px auto; display: block; white-space: nowrap; overflow-x: auto;"> <table bordercolor="#f0ebea" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="698" border="1"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="127"> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">FERRY FROM</font></strong></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="227"> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">SHIPPING LINE</font></strong></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="166"> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">DEPARTURE <br />PER DAY</font></strong></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="91"> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">ESTIMATED <br />TRAVEL TIME</font></strong></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="85"> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">AVERAGE <br />FARE FROM</font></strong></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="127"> <p>METRO MANILA</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="227"> <p>2GO</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="166"> <p>1 <font size="1">WEEKLY | SUN</font></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="91"> <p>2 DAYS</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="85"> <p>₱1,500 +/-</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="127"> <p>BASILAN</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="227"> <p>MONTENEGRO, WEESAM, ALESON</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="166"> <p>11 <font size="1">DAILY</font></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="91"> <p>1.5 HOURS</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="85"> <p>₱145 +/-</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="127"> <p>DUMAGUETE</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="227"> <p>2GO</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="166"> <p>1 <font size="1">WEEKLY | TUE</font></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="91"> <p>14 HOURS</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="85"> <p>₱1,200 +/-</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="127"> <p>DIPOLOG</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="227"> <p>2GO</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="166"> <p>1 <font size="1">WEEKLY | TUE</font></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="91"> <p>9 HOURS</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="85"> <p>₱1,100 +/-</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="127"> <p>DUMAGUETE</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="227"> <p>2GO</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="166"> <p>1 <font size="1">WEEKLY | TUE</font></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="91"> <p>14 HOURS</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="85"> <p>₱2,100 +/-</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="127"> <p>SULU</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="227"> <p>ALESON, IBNERIZAM,  <br />MONTENEGRO, WEESAM</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="166"> <p>3+ <font size="1">DAILY</font></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="91"> <p>3.5 HOURS</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="85"> <p>₱500.00</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="127"> <p>TAWI-TAWI</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="227"> <p>ALESON</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="166"> <p>3 <font size="1">WEEKLY | MON WED FRI</font></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="91"> <p>18 HOURS</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="85"> <p>₱320 +/-</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="127"> <p>SANDAKAN MALAYSIA</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="227"> <p>ALESON</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="166"> <p>0 <font size="1">DAILY | BY SCHEDULE</font></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="91"> <p>16 HOURS</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="85"> <p>₱3,100 +/-</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> </div> <p><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>FERRY CONTACT INFORMATION:</strong></font> <br /><a href="http://travel.2go.com.ph/index.asp" rel="nofollow"><strong><font face="Century Gothic">2GO TRAVEL</font></strong></a> - Manila +63 (2) 528-7000 <br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/alesonshippinglines/" rel="nofollow"><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>ALESON SHIPPING LINES</strong></font></a> - Zamboanga City +63 (62) 992-5507 | +63 (62) 992-6410 <br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/montenegroinc/" rel="nofollow"><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>MONTENEGRO SHIPPING LINES</strong></font></a> - +63 (906) 512-2208 | +63 (917) 138-5901 | +63 (043) 740-3250 <br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/p/Weesam-Express-SRN-Fast-Seacrafts-100057108834065/" rel="nofollow"><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>WEESAM</strong></font></a> - Bacolod: +63 (908) 812-5641 | Iloilo: +63 (933) 869-0330</p> <br /> <p><strong><font style="letter-spacing: 3px;" size="3" face="Century Gothic">BUSES TO ZAMBOANGA</font></strong></p> <div style="margin: 0px auto; display: block; white-space: nowrap; overflow-x: auto;"> <table bordercolor="#f0ebea" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="2" width="699" border="1"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="147"> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">BUS FROM</font></strong></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="216"> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">BUS LINE</font></strong></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="119"> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">DEPARTURE <br />PER DAY</font></strong></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="123"> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">ESTIMATED <br />TRAVEL TIME</font></strong></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="92"> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">AVERAGE <br />FARE FROM</font></strong></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="147"> <p>BACOLOD</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="216"> <p>CERES LINER <font size="1">+FERRY</font></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="119"> <p>2 <font size="1">DAILY</font></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="123"> <p>22 HOURS</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="92"> <p>₱1,400 +/-</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="147"> <p>CAGAYAN DE ORO</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="216"> <p>RURAL TRANSIT MINDANAO</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="119"> <p>6 <font size="1">DAILY</font></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="123"> <p>10 HOURS</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="92"> <p>₱1,100 +/-</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="147"> <p>CEBU</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="216"> <p>CERES LINER <font size="1">+FERRY</font></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="119"> <p>1 <font size="1">DAILY</font></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="123"> <p>24 HOURS</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="92"> <p>₱1,600 +/-</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="147"> <p>DIPOLOG</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="216"> <p>RURAL TRANSIT</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="119"> <p>22 <font size="1">DAILY</font></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="123"> <p>8 HOURS</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="92"> <p>₱600 +/-</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="147"> <p>IPIL</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="216"> <p>RURAL TRANSIT</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="119"> <p>0 <font size="1">NO SCHED YET</font></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="123"> <p>4 HOURS</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="92"> <p>₱245 +/-</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="147"> <p>PAGADIAN</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="216"> <p>RURAL TRANSIT</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="119"> <p>12 <font size="1">DAILY</font></p> </td> <td valign="top" width="123"> <p>7 HOURS</p> </td> <td valign="top" width="92"> <p>₱500 +/-</p> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> </div> <p><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>BUS CONTACT INFORMATION: <br />CERES LINER:</strong></font> +63 (910) 432-6704 | +63 (949) 993-8366 | +63 (953) 227-5999 <br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/rtmipage" rel="nofollow"><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>RURAL TRANSIT</strong></font></a> - +63 (998) 846-8070 | +63 (919) 066-4536</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="transportation" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">HOW TO GET AROUND ZAMBOANGA CITY</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="Zamboanga City Transportation" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Zamboanga City Transportation" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicR7ACFF8i-KHO5AyxZgq7lmTxkqhKA3nvofU1yIgG3ugPk14Byt-EaQ9_ra7J3ruIqYFg5FYnewGxXvaBnzbEsZmbx1bWgEmFwPheeWaUETop0ZmnPzMcgjzGM0TL6aABWnS5Lx795tmPvFm9NZm-XlWd4KZpPs96pb4yaaqL1FiQMb-VrdcSyetTag/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0045.jpg" align="left" />The main modes of transportation in Zamboanga is the jeepney and the tricycle. The former comes in two varieties, the regular flamboyant and colorful jeepneys you see all over the Philippines, and an unadorned boxy Ford Fierra-type that used to be popular during the eighties. Minimum fare is set at ₱12.00. To stop, you say “Urilya lang.” <br /> <br />Tricycles, which they pronounce as <em>tricy-col,</em> in the city have a minimum fare of ₱20.00 per person and can usually seat four people at a time. Note, however, that most tricycles ask for special rates—which means you rent it whole—starting at ₱100.00. Try to haggle before boarding.</p> <br clear="all" /><center><font color="#c0504d" size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►</strong></font><a href="https://www.bookaway.com/routes/philippines/zamboanga?offer_id=34&aff_id=1829"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BOOK TRANSPORTATION TO/FROM ZAMBOANGA CITY</strong></font></a></center> <br clear="all" /> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="tours" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">ORGANIZED TOURS IN ZAMBOANGA CITY</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="Zamboanga City Tours" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Zamboanga City Tours" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRILa6pKLuvGuWloyCb9HjFRZI6Ao7VH0AhFZR0F2z8eCVZ5UGFxsGa761bOtZnnWquurAAgg7RdMFGVCbZNdeSmFND-UjC4ZIETF0vEyrvuW0M8fDJ_5uOmVIhFDGm2cuancHeoFR5YJIuVs81LLDeycal6zooPK4keb46tkTDHClL2FLdopHS4sHpw/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0065.jpg" align="left" /></p> <p>There are tour operators who can actually make your life easier when traveling around Zamboanga City. It is possible to do most activities DIY, but if you want to maximize your time and see all the sights in a more efficient manner, consider booking a tour. During two of our trips in Zamboanga, we utilized such a service.</p> <p><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>iTravel Tourist Lane</strong></font> ~ <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100002634443387">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.itraveltouristlane.com/">Website</a> <br />+63 (917) 722-6410 | +63 (939) 445-6290 | +63 (917) 392-9474</p> <br clear="all" /> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="lodgings" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">WHERE TO STAY IN ZAMBOANGA CITY</font></h2> <hr /> <p>There are lodging options for every kind of travelers in Zamboanga, from expensive five star hotels and sprawling resorts, to budget hotels and cheap hostels. Most of these are located right at the city center, although it’s also okay to stay around the fringes of the city since Zamboanga isn’t really that big.</p> <br /> <p><img title="Budget Accommodations Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Budget Accommodations Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgL98CW9hC3eCAaM_HDPDYfE2_RKIsY7k-L4gB2wfelYmvTp92u9yjupNxiw9bDUTkboXJVMkrbAolNY8xkoPceNyWNfp032XTVWvn49VjnA2W5CknmeZWhS10W4uOxdXs3Wp0PKOagxxv4nJiEOpBsFTrxW0rckNIDNjuQF_YHLYwR8SOKD1C4POH_g/s1600/Budget%20Accommodation.png" align="left" /> <br clear="all" /><img title="Casa Canelar Pension Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Casa Canelar Pension Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiq0FxBA67Ul9uHvb6m6TEh72dApjvbLe9LvvSc5ZRU9bfYDfPNlDERvDLJ5r62j3XGavhS8Eg6pFgl6vTRV72_1ZAR1uFPD3WwoOZn4hF64_n15hGi7dkN5IszRHoeabSme8YPRpHdb-Req08xSNAQJrD5L_mSDLMkj9xC2WvxqfoFXh11L1JDRE9Ajg/s1600/Untitled-14.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">CASA CANELAR PENSION</font></strong> <br /><font size="1"><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=625096" rel="nofollow"><img style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFtjdJDSlWUjoLS8ObJ67STWw4B7d9f-fi-AKAyu_Vp1Me9cANFMlT8vf9O0ILcCZLq7lW7abBkoME5qSBh_di4IFUMAmsPvjvDE_jWQg0EjA-MDKChPeSQYH-33R598qMn9ypPHZYzi1G/s1600/Check+Rates.png" /></a></font> <br />Address: Mayor Jaldon St., Brgy. Canelar <br />Contact Number: +63 (62) 990-1056 <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9159945,122.0699005 <br clear="all" /><img title="City Inn Hotel Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="City Inn Hotel Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSLzG1R8RwuWMn6nxkXD-gbX4tqCFhxCUoGow2R7wBUzkmH7SDenqIQ2HJ09_Pns0bYjP--sqERUc17EJDsm5jYImVI99M0WpaocJNkdwuWElsPCl1cVbnI75ZbqUofkl442pGD9MbS613mhJh3ESAYeB2EWeRPjYw8XT2LTv6uAvcsxZg6o03ZYiTpQ/s1600/Untitled-13.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">CITYINN HOTEL</font></strong> <br /><font size="1"><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=625030" rel="nofollow"><img style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFtjdJDSlWUjoLS8ObJ67STWw4B7d9f-fi-AKAyu_Vp1Me9cANFMlT8vf9O0ILcCZLq7lW7abBkoME5qSBh_di4IFUMAmsPvjvDE_jWQg0EjA-MDKChPeSQYH-33R598qMn9ypPHZYzi1G/s1600/Check+Rates.png" /></a></font> <br />Address: Governor Alvarez St., cor. La Purisima St., Downtown <br />Contact Number: +63 (62) 955-4058 <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9105162,122.0726108 <br clear="all" /><img title="Jardin De La Vina Hotel Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Jardin De La Vina Hotel Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQz37d0Jw4zQIf07TCJ_cp5hdd38bHYjVT2k6rtJIBFM-29unrqb7qVNnZhxAD7OL7xZn8xBcj-YixeEkVWpFrzqNX3smSY7_1_-F0uy-130V9ImSxcrKn8nZ_4OISUQltL2T7R7yT3EvIAkChxQ3023gXlIBeE7h11BknpvOf_X4oGvUG8xN7GRkqCg/s1600/518553_14022520400018463037.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">JARDIN DE LA VINA HOTEL</font></strong> <br /><font size="1"><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=518553" rel="nofollow"><img style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFtjdJDSlWUjoLS8ObJ67STWw4B7d9f-fi-AKAyu_Vp1Me9cANFMlT8vf9O0ILcCZLq7lW7abBkoME5qSBh_di4IFUMAmsPvjvDE_jWQg0EjA-MDKChPeSQYH-33R598qMn9ypPHZYzi1G/s1600/Check+Rates.png" /></a></font> <br />Address: 149 Gov. Alvarez Avenue, Zamboanga City <br />Contact Number: +63 (62) 991-7808 <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9104263,122.0715213 <br clear="all" /><img title="Two Seasons Executive Suites Zamboanga" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Two Seasons Executive Suites Zamboanga" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhE-IIbc8NMLUmp8SJjA3YiwNJJzskna-ILK5trvvLfR2-J3qTJgNNPrzHkJSH5XuuKCDsbKozz7Ge0mrxqJRZbEtfPbBekSasXACF1paPE9fh5-Z2X9p6K8TnGMKLqTCSPcnf0Nkko1pUj0MpDLwrEamdMrZm4UBb-TIDElLmY_3lnCWkyg12nJL-50lLu/s1600/Untitled-3.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic"><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/07/affordable-budget-hotel-zamboanga-city.html">TWO SEASONS EXECUTIVE SUITES</a></font></strong> <br /><font size="1"><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/hotels/detail/534315-two-seasons-executive-suites/?aid=824" rel="nofollow"><img style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFtjdJDSlWUjoLS8ObJ67STWw4B7d9f-fi-AKAyu_Vp1Me9cANFMlT8vf9O0ILcCZLq7lW7abBkoME5qSBh_di4IFUMAmsPvjvDE_jWQg0EjA-MDKChPeSQYH-33R598qMn9ypPHZYzi1G/s1600/Check+Rates.png" /></a></font> <br />Address: Veterans Ext, Tumaga Road, Brgy. Tumaga <br />Contact Number: +63 (997) 706-9776 <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.926388, 122.078771 <br clear="all" /><img title="Mid-Range Accommodations Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mid-Range Accommodations Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwlXmPLKFQo16fpRZfxXJO3KYPImv3V1NMFAAvl4zohgBg1xBo3PEMdOhkRe_U2Q63ETtUEFLcJR9P5eBtUrqO4oHnMAs_N2GC9HlSAFsVhYVJDrVJJNScvUKkdyYs8JFHpKyzUcNPwYi5Eamybsd-YeXa3uWjS04r6agpGNl6KbCW1nRWbQzVZZDDwg/s1600/MidRange%20Accommodation.png" align="left" /> <br clear="all" /><img title="Ever O Business Hotel Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Ever O Business Hotel Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZSs_XrGzxsZAJwNbBGI1wU18ZjZw2fFQDpmYw4N0CaDAob3Arvamf8X1t2Q7oYRDMShtOy1eTxpCl3Zk4GIDwnEjkF2AWL6nOJPmhP5KDyzU7W5NeHHdTYidMDfsqucnOMaRbyWwvzEsdxQyd2wmyVS_CQVvRM93If2xKHWbqflU2x4eYurDykiwZqQ/s1600/Untitled-15.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">EVER O BUSINESS HOTEL</font></strong> <br /><font size="1"><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=1077486" rel="nofollow"><img style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFtjdJDSlWUjoLS8ObJ67STWw4B7d9f-fi-AKAyu_Vp1Me9cANFMlT8vf9O0ILcCZLq7lW7abBkoME5qSBh_di4IFUMAmsPvjvDE_jWQg0EjA-MDKChPeSQYH-33R598qMn9ypPHZYzi1G/s1600/Check+Rates.png" /></a></font> <br />Address: Tomas Claudio St., Cor. La Purisima St., Zone II <br />Contact Number: +63 (917) 549-2285 <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9069639,122.0742745<font color="#a5a5a5" size="1"></font> <br clear="all" /><img title="Grand Astoria Hotel Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Grand Astoria Hotel Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2hMvSJSqI3AZlbdVEwPYOW-u1iok72XQlInneaXO7IITDyijLPP-gl5u7KXnZRi7fjiy4Pq81PSp9kv5PsXpcgX3dEV92YZZCJEXFPTYQzYLyyNMxEsT0QojT3SyhKWwkITAr-Itd5Yy3esxrjV_UnqCrGT3uk8OLVs27TI0XPWrYw-HUiMIndKaSMA/s1600/Untitled-12.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">GRAND ASTORIA HOTEL</font></strong> <br /><font size="1"><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=569627" rel="nofollow"><img style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFtjdJDSlWUjoLS8ObJ67STWw4B7d9f-fi-AKAyu_Vp1Me9cANFMlT8vf9O0ILcCZLq7lW7abBkoME5qSBh_di4IFUMAmsPvjvDE_jWQg0EjA-MDKChPeSQYH-33R598qMn9ypPHZYzi1G/s1600/Check+Rates.png" /></a></font> <br />Address: Mayor Jaldon St., Zone II <br />Contact Number: +63 (62) 991-2510 <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9085733,122.0712943 <br clear="all" /><img title="Luxury Accommodations Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Luxury Accommodations Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1MdA7t4RU9xNiuOa_RAQf5pVsDGTJ309e_sUINCUhvPUbigq_q7njQYoq0qcvhUL3Hi_ISOq568Fcgko_KaFMUP_esDUCguJaizcq_9p7GYS4t90zSjDM9uBEsKum5qD3txsVM6w7WvozPnufczZlXc9pmYIFUvtyr1G0FaKyUmuRaoeoIg7OyfS0Iw/s1600/Luxury%20Accommodation.png" align="left" /> <br clear="all" /><img title="Grand Orchid Hotel Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Grand Orchid Hotel Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilA2RN6W35E2khGBbAi9EovFWwCN4i2X02xrDiqfRslenWDTgHUr7UblhqHjwq8iumuISRPbCitAiXzyWKIyZlnyLoTWPecKsO1B5WD7mu89lWOVmBlNbkFygVG8F2IsigktVzvq3BGnc0UUYiJ3BoaAIgoES8zRgYaUPyqKfpXYvcEunymtMDjHrcQA/s1600/Untitled-1.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">GARDEN ORCHID HOTEL</font></strong> <br /><font size="1"><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=568124" rel="nofollow"><img style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFtjdJDSlWUjoLS8ObJ67STWw4B7d9f-fi-AKAyu_Vp1Me9cANFMlT8vf9O0ILcCZLq7lW7abBkoME5qSBh_di4IFUMAmsPvjvDE_jWQg0EjA-MDKChPeSQYH-33R598qMn9ypPHZYzi1G/s1600/Check+Rates.png" /></a></font> <br />Address: Gov. Camins Ave., Brgy. Canelar <br />Contact Number: +63 (62) 991-0032 <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9178413,122.0617423 <br clear="all" /><img title="Marcian Garden Hotel Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Marcian Garden Hotel Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEJAxrZKbCIjagmJo6K9OUAAzADcEpMITfFz1l1lcJV2Quq0i7qpN8EAl_YUjVg2b46WPJqDOt3tC_oXh0-cFWvgeYSMufwYVJzJXzgpwkemBQ55TF7NArQ09lhpufpPi-ii50ZpXOwbpvdjhIM_Iz6l9JKVrH_wlBYpSFvbVBac_hMfrtmrOE4LtDxw/s1600/20181011-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0005.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic"><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/marcian-garden-hotel-blog-review.html">MARCIAN GARDEN HOTEL</a></font></strong> <br /><font size="1"><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=569132" rel="nofollow"><img style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFtjdJDSlWUjoLS8ObJ67STWw4B7d9f-fi-AKAyu_Vp1Me9cANFMlT8vf9O0ILcCZLq7lW7abBkoME5qSBh_di4IFUMAmsPvjvDE_jWQg0EjA-MDKChPeSQYH-33R598qMn9ypPHZYzi1G/s1600/Check+Rates.png" /></a></font> <br />Address: Gov. Camins Ave., Brgy. Canelar <br />Contact Number: +63 (62) 991-2519 <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9189231,122.0635757</p> <br clear="all" /> <br /><center><strong><font color="#c0504d">•</font> <a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&city=5781"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">COMPLETE LIST ZAMBOANGA DISCOUNTED HOTELS</font></a> <font color="#c0504d">•</font></strong></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="eat" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">WHERE TO EAT IN ZAMBOANGA CITY</font></h2> <hr /> <p>A word of warning for people going to Zamboanga, this city will make you add some weight. There are numerous food choices in the city—you can take your pick from Spanish cuisine and seafood feasts (don’t forget to have <em>curacha</em>), to Moro and Malaysian dishes. For the not-so-adventurous, traditional Filipino and Western fares can also be found within the city along with popular fast food joints like Jollibee and McDonald’s. And like most cities in Mindanao, a large percentage of the city’s population is Muslim, so expect to find halal restaurants. <br /> <br />For a more detailed review on these restaurants, street food lovers, and those looking for Malaysian dishes in Zamboanga, read these:</p> <p><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>• </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-food-trip.html"><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>Where To Eat In Zamboanga</strong></font></a><font face="Century Gothic"><strong> <br />• </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-city-street-food.html"><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>Zamboanga Street Food</strong></font></a><font face="Century Gothic"><strong> <br />• </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-mee-goreng-malaysian-restaurants.html"><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>Malaysian Restaurants in Zamboanga</strong></font></a></p> <br /> <p><img title="Alavar Seafood Restaurant Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Alavar Seafood Restaurant Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdhzCm54DUAl9Q8sJMjYa9T-oI8tAheL1-Hgs651tpdm_F94scXf_Y4XQjQiORmxBYHeSrilan4MDl4V_3eq4bnbakNcc2ZKDREgmTPGtp6og2l_xU0UXFKL7Q_S_iVa1jLviQFKsS5XYxkVOlZXE8lp1ww6vOEdzW8C9LKxpfIRvqy3eFnJsjuVPgYQ/s1600/20181007-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0245.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">ALAVAR SEAFOOD RESTAURANT</font></strong> <br />Address: 173 Don Alfaro St., Brgy. Tetuan <br />Contact Number: +63 (62) 992-4533 <br />Opening Hours: 10:00AM - 10:00PM, Daily <br />Type: Filipino, Seafood, Local Dishes <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9157962,122.0844847 <br clear="all" /><img title="Andy's Special Satti Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Andy's Special Satti Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0R3khN63suTmFhnYzL2Mz1vMeFqVY1XTQ9Pv2Ykk9QddxKQWUdWffHLiTMfZKvxXxrVYpqmZ7xXCd9CPi22IqfA2h8z43U17nu42husv2wo483exkHpeFzt_mTL1AjCvRd4VI6dYZpjP27qxh8X85_yqPfU5X8a78AJmzYiERxTTwpYBncZuK6z5hDg/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0004.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">ANDY'S SPECIAL SATTI</font></strong> <br />Address: C. Atilano St., Brgy. Tetuan <br />Opening Hours: 6:00AM - 6:00PM, Daily <br />Type: Satti House <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9189182,122.0867327 <br clear="all" /><img title="Bar Code Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Bar Code Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnfjgWdBZ7cJaZgBOKqsdqfOJ6fz3VwcXGi682zn4TqAukixL3IV19BpyjZu60f5VvgpXKQIh8obyGqutx-HT6px2Jd_nYHwKk_Nia6jera2z8tZ-ihRT6QhzDc6uq9YpQLWh7wVC_LgBNdeuxtrNvT7CYRV-IjszTd7nQ4z7sqBf70YXJY_TOVMPD5A/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0057.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">BAR CODE</font></strong> <br />Address: Paseo Del Mar, Downtown / Rizal St., Downtown <br />Contact Number: +63 (926) 353-6349 <br />Opening Hours: 10:00AM - 10:00PM, Daily <br />Type: Bar & Restaurant, Sizzling Plates <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9038897,122.0756283 <br clear="all" /><img title="Bay Tal Mal Restaurant Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Bay Tal Mal Restaurant Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy98YgWBBmR7nIuz5gntumVIdG5IjLMv2HSh2e_wlv48jc65hiT-xUJqcxuiLZIWDB6tQZ1Q2YvOFWzGE2fcqnlhOf2AO9h1-uuteB0uZHVDs3LI37VgNJP2ff8B4hTgi1UJzBbJ0GP_GxOxwkuOyiRB6WQGQvEN0kLeos_Rs-CoUvzCqLFoQPicdcOA/s1600/20181007-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0060.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">BAY TAL MAL RESTAURANT</font></strong> <br />Address: Mayor Jaldon St., Brgy. Canelar <br />Contact Number: +63 (915) 016-0448 <br />Opening Hours: 10:00AM - 10:00PM, Daily <br />Type: Moro Cuisine <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9194132,122.0698158 <br clear="all" /><img title="Country Chicken Restaurant Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Country Chicken Restaurant Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisQkPjw2KWS9gw824sE6EC100wdVzIfOupaO928bz98Zfdknd0Xe8QNaHTnmQRPdc3QClVUPJLwgIYXpeJefGj1GIcl1JMs7cYQ5X6fcIGrDXP09_vOBEHxrW1ZAJAog619HtYQwP1sx3-KS8GC47sExibAH09LqJ5ifexvTlBHiH8CWosBa8Ok7yMZw/s1600/20181010-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0061.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">COUNTRY CHICKEN RESTAURANT</font></strong> <br />Address: Km4 Pasonanca Rd., Brgy. Pasonanca <br />Contact Number: +63 (62) 991-1852 <br />Opening Hours: 11:00AM - 10:00PM, Daily <br />Type: Filipino, Spanish, Italian, Western <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9404935,122.0708426 <br clear="all" /><img title="Dennis Coffee Garden Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Dennis Coffee Garden Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkSFlZkwECe1nwtTXdizUydM9AzYmfYGm1QPv64_omJMzpHPCvzpe53oSowOiwTG8Jzwj1L7Gdbdz6djgnyDXnp-DOZ-6zqEpHb9VNcLAKA8_MtAHZjeeuDSEkx-FSYfyI731vxJJhxLAqn9Z4FNRDlXej2E83_osAWyMOqCxtDi0GelmsZm83Y0t-uw/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0080.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">DENNIS COFFEE GARDEN</font></strong> <br />Address: San Jose Rd., Brgy. Baliwasan <br />Contact Number: +63 (995) 820-6642 <br />Opening Hours: 9:00AM - 11:00PM, Daily <br />Type: Moro Cuisine <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9162658,122.0573393 <br clear="all" /><img title="Hacienda De Palmeras Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Hacienda De Palmeras Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAVjP_1cHFB6QOctGyk8OhycWUzDfz8qfdiEoHr1d-e7R6zoay3DZYWjWFs2HKTx4z-Thxkd3GzgulG_YG6OLD9ThCuGfMu9YXN37QTF-vludFmTIMAnFnyBlrfLavOpSq9SeXhD4PqQRaps2xssouGjWunBAkK3CoCiY7LfIn0xn8l6MvmlzymI-JQA/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0018.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">HACIENDA DE PALMERAS RESTAURANT</font></strong> <br />Address: Pasonanca Rd., Brgy. Sta. Maria <br />Contact Number: +63 (62) 991-3284 <br />Opening Hours: 10:00AM - 10:00PM, Daily <br />Type: Filipino, Western <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.935617,122.0688291 <br clear="all" /><img title="Harley's Food & Craft Beer Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Harley's Food & Craft Beer Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_kHSYIJwkSH5iaxUZiFZrZZ9dt6uHsMaBxxoaIQYRfrpA_41xfsozx2QvgXA8C2MQ1VliOnPAbLWGOqat_IEnMW37oO3K6rhoxYcYJsfV6O-kkPcYxNyDDiyOfHvv7BLmmAnUsJPRQ8673rIr9MOEjGhOu8NOWZts3o52iFMHCqTh1yoOh50Q0PtDsQ/s1600/20181007-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0061.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">HARLEY'S FOOD & CRAFT BEER</font></strong> <br />Address: Yubenco Food Complex, Villares St., Brgy. Tetuan <br />Contact Number: +63 (917) 727-0406 <br />Opening Hours: 3:00PM - 12:00AM, Daily <br />Type: Bar Chow, Halal, Craft Beer <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.913834,122.0889983 <br clear="all" /><img title="Mandarin Tea Garden Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mandarin Tea Garden Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOX5uYip11uCOiC4NN2-up4ndngV3tut1HMao3EkQda1Q-Yw7cq6bzHfycqrG77YE-orasHqmz6hA2ZQBTtwRAAwQunH6652t2vzga0ZTLj-DYTnWzEPeEYuo3mLoAdG2VBLr6eW2sqOiZA_58KDK3htF89OdzlRrT7oqia80MQHi_tzXNyQTP4EsDqojf/s1600/Untitled-1.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">MANDARIN TEA GARDEN</font></strong> <br />Address: 2Nd Flr. KCC Mall De Zamboanga, Gov. Camins Road <br />Opening Hours: 9:00AM - 9:00PM, Daily  <br />Type: Chinese <br />GPS Coordinates: 6.920728, 122.073478 <br clear="all" /><img title="Ole Ole Mari Makan Restaurant Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Ole Ole Mari Makan Restaurant Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLCCKDqcyBjpXyGrpX5cXeS6GzzxMw4UK5btV_VwYS6vIqsvA2rkegI5wWrc8flLt2-6oWDxPa9yIH5JBMKl0a9SC7YiafPhxRGWbooN5Q4fHRZGbGkWvQNwyNHXIDwnGkzfqNcoRON_GYajWdr1ewuB8rN53IRDJKKcLfWSjyA-SiAOyNE0f2iOthGf8B/s1600/Untitled-4.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">OLE OLE MARI MAKAN RESTAURANT</font></strong> <br />Address: San Jose Road, Brgy. Sto. Nino <br />Opening Hours: 10:30AM - 3:00AM, Daily <br />Type: Malaysian <br />GPS Coordinates: 6.911247, 122.067095 <br clear="all" /><img title="Paseo Del Mar Street Food Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Paseo Del Mar Street Food Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3K7Liwl9kcHDEUC-XRp2jt0VclvImrp2PWW1-plESGj-x-jjiGiFU49fJL4ramm2PQMXhNpAsn-94Q5GT9wInKZXBjrcxE5xyXl6IWVd4ng-gU7flL2tGJnkGHr9ps6t63Ly00m1EpUL4iQ4zsFrVPY-ZjUwnpU9E9pEJw86pMuDBPLSNxQ_hhx4unw/s1600/20181010-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0152.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">PASEO DEL MAR STREET FOOD STALLS</font></strong> <br />Address: N.S. Valderoza St., Downtown <br />Opening Hours: 6:00AM -12:30AM, Daily <br />Type: Street Food, Mini Stalls <br />GPS Coordinates: 6.9005656,122.0790673 <br clear="all" /><img title="Pettit Barracks Night Market" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pettit Barracks Night Market" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2XYABiCsOcUz5abcbbE3p16bRW16AVWWAfXdVBrPgope2MiSJrlNRqmdN-sD_0siyXs4ycIZFptDMNirfXSfIdw2KXoNA4KXblVv6QvHi_nGUwqP9pMy52mVno3lW2kGmJIga76NzG-cOb7wj5z8jSq-MQMOYEK_DePtEL3Pbwz-lye2JpWjGzOIXdytH/s1600/Untitled-1.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">PETTIT BARRACKS NIGHT MARKET</font></strong> <br />Address: Rizal St., Downtown <br />Opening Hours: Evening Hours, Daily  <br />Type: Street Food, Mini Stalls <br />GPS Coordinates: 6.903054, 122.079123 <br clear="all" /><img title="Tinis Restaurant Zamboanga" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tinis Restaurant Zamboanga" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsjCu_p3pVscilPPjvI3qIiBnuZRyLRVBqMYV8iBa2AdBvJ4EhlJMoy8isfIhQIRCQc7v2A9l4nPwPaasYpDC481w2-GBDdbL5EbDgjpQmZKKW2q28G8dN55d9FBlax-Iv9amssv9TqdH9iAjA1Rpyfw-iv3A_ZEg18REXo0jlOaGa9eM_p-H-cwGOK8Zu/s1600/Untitled-2.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">TINIS RESTAURANT</font></strong> <br />Address: 49 N.S. Valderosa St., Downtown <br />Opening Hours: 7:00AM – 7:00PM, Daily <br />Type: <br />GPS Coordinates: <br clear="all" /><img title="Vista Del Mar Restaurant Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Vista Del Mar Restaurant Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6_QDXf3CQAPKI3N5fMb5lvAXIyvaAZN7CN-LVGMwlwexM0QPoSS4PVnBllI7GehdEJIahow-p1950Ru9tdMXKlGebQBw2rYIxWgs7wlb7PgRLgu4dPEMnp1YpUZe3zKXzbIPZ0g8e9d4WYnaH8eQGgozwTDuW0OZztH-WDHtWJ_7N2zdbKMp2gq6kBQ/s1600/20181010-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0011.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">VISTA DEL MAR RESTAURANT</font></strong> <br />Address: Labuan-Lampara Rd., Brgy. Calarian <br />Contact Number: +63 (62) 991-1208 <br />Opening Hours: 8:00AM - 5:00PM, Daily <br />Type: Filipino, Seafood <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9235618,122.0186555</p> <br clear="all" /> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="tourist-spots" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">WHAT TO SEE AND DO IN ZAMBOANGA CITY</font></h2> <hr /> <p>Zamboanga City, being one of the oldest cities in the Philippines, is highly cultural. You can find heritage structures along its avenues, the most notable of which is the massive Fort Pilar where the Spaniards once held their seat in Mindanao. Within the city, you can also find local <em>Mindanaoan</em> culture like at the Yakan Weaving Village. Natural attractions also abound, from the celebrated Pink Beach of Sta. Cruz Island, the pristine beaches of Once Islas, and the majestic Merloquet Falls. Touring Zamboanga can be divided into three areas—the city center (where you can simply walk from one location to the next), the Pasonanca Park area, and the farther places which you’d need to access via public transports or in some cases, via organized tours. <br /> <br />A more detailed article can be found here: <font face="Century Gothic"><strong><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/08/things-to-do-in-zamboanga-city.html">Zamboanga Tourist Spots</a></strong></font></p> <br /> <p><img title="Zamboanga City Walking Tour" style="margin: 5px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Zamboanga City Walking Tour" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFznPXDyjVgqveYLIrvCi09nj4PyA2gPzU48UPy1gEGg5ac7AiCxVn_Bu3uHqIuuaPcKSdcSCIzvZAZz_UPOWKriJKs1HZYFf19Ybl4HdgnI0Tdd829GHlyp61X4pwUq7YkUFFYI8Lof2hwHsugtZC7BVZtn4Y-Fd5s3it9SL0ePjj6Eg5tXHrE5d-AA/s1600/City%20Walking%20Tour.png" align="left" /> <br clear="all" /><img title="BPI Museum Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="BPI Museum Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbpFr0zVsshrJBU7ewcVqp3_IR70LNsindnGr_cFprOrh4hZe-SgZfrlzCFbi7O_u0VRCoXFLGvYU4WdvagVI2dR2TyGmB6O1dGsjOZMJQSuapxDkpngz0lD9hEE8bVe9zGmjF4OKfhoC_zJXKOaJRVtf_OurpRthAj4xlBGWzalShOsCvSLyfc9djFWjg/s1600/Untitled-8.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">BPI ZAMBOANGA MUSEUM</font></strong> <br />Address: N.S. Valderosa St., Downtown <br />Entrance Fee: Free <br />Opening Hours: By Request, 9:00AM - 4:30PM, Weekdays <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.902486, 122.084644 <br clear="all" /><img title="Fort Pilar Shrine Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Fort Pilar Shrine Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-fJMt6Y5MKxl-ZV3NYGCpabbL8g7P1pKexbHuGQrESmY476MnmFUkx30705sRRgOSWxWlQMjBlKdcwdNvmOw-zQrqGmW8WAIwF85R2GOTTFavcKYkRitocHLWGLV1RVVIU-MegFzvmKhLlxYzdbwdo-ujxFgql470aiQLHd-fPtfOW11Dg-B-7IZRwA/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0031.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">FORT PILAR SHRINE</font></strong> <br />Address: Sta. Barbara St., Brgy. Sta. Barbara <br />Entrance Fee: Free <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9014491,122.0804859 <br clear="all" /><img title="National Museum Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="National Museum Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEVfSKLMwn3UKxKhyVAD7_ep354Cj08H4oo3qkUjHEbZOWfUEv51LBiXbarTE3v2Swd7zRCq1EWPKHlLyKtOXP4c-RMi_ERb2__bw81ayU-ZuY2BccIAfU8xP48V1PodmvziorcbCw9HeeK5Uc2FNNzwfvByZLGD9KQ3Z1q4eueaIK-h3ox6f0CYzViQ/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0038.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">NATIONAL MUSEUM ZAMBOANGA</font></strong> <br />Address: N.S. Valderosa St., Brgy. Sta. Barbara <br />Entrance Fee: ₱20.00 <br />Opening Hours: 8:00AM - 5:00PM, Closed on Sundays <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9013519,122.0820698 <br clear="all" /><img title="Paseo Del Mar Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Paseo Del Mar Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlXr_xao4pP84d7JGCnzYRzKPcURiwecHie-4zyGFyWjc6GBcdcDCYuHVbkj_0cliaNu-C8dedUync5E0w_D9GDaMCme7gnqWh5Ji3qta2zucqYPbhQI1URUTC3C0PBwt7swTbCAPIOQ1zIY_UHncx8AHX0s8tPfpnHuCZexy1rnQC5vYkBR88egV2CA/s1600/20181010-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0045%20-%20Copy.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">PASEO DEL MAR</font></strong> <br />Address: N.S. Valderosa St., Brgy. Sta. Barbara <br />Entrance Fee: Free <br />Opening Hours: 6:00AM - 12:30AM, Daily <br />GPS Coordinates: 6.9010044,122.0810277 <br clear="all" /><img title="Plaza Rizal Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Plaza Rizal Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDTjfdBzx2zFpw4dxtF827W6sC_hQBTcxkheYSpsekJBZXMR-XalAF7wwISvJo_eYswnpwvLeG5IAqUBS5LCp3EVGi15OdduoImUFbSYDsCNeodpsPTLtM_RHSlcjHJKHFQG3GAjoEJQr4JajK0QAl1hFtyoMoKMVeiaIMBJwC3g7pg-ypTKs0XCgfkw/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0049.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">PLAZA RIZAL</font></strong> <br />Address: N.S. Valderosa St., Brgy. Sta. Barbara <br />Entrance Fee: Free   <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9044926,122.0758376 <br clear="all" /><img title="Metropolitan Cathedral Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Metropolitan Cathedral Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyEsmoicXr6wSP0MEX5pcV39c4dpS-qFO8sSgkRqBVKF_AijTtjUeJ8UE1SCYBE4i9s1nCvgWIDFyJ7fLQWb9r9fIdhLPAFVjPavSXcmpuaJwD-cClA8M_pW0CbUWgmy9lb3P1ZmdO6kkpmbfcFiU4k4fhV3oUFyQ1stf0gahdXQipUvDIrGTbeJMazb06/s1600/Untitled-12.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">METROPOLITAN CATHEDRAL OF ZAMBOANGA</font></strong> <br />Address: La Purisima St., Brgy. Zone II <br />Entrance Fee: Free <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9087919,122.0735335 <br /> <br clear="all" /><img title="Rio Hondo Village Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rio Hondo Village Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH3rPRlGOCJv5sPHieKMwpzSJapkkTcnMM6FNOl0E0NEKOyUnS4InShV9Vw--FlsCLOkvmjpc9zC3mCn6adgHmjb40T4QrtIAVOGZXysk1_9-zq_lCEstAQXiU3NoeK6t5S6hBidfxdMG5gZx3EjBMsgB5DYPrWRBCyJ3elWvjoZJFthBYR6-yqfZvGA/s1600/Untitled-4%20-%20Copy.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">RIO HONDO VILLAGE</font></strong> <br />Address: Brgy. Rio Hondo <br />Entrance Fee: Free <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.900015,122.0891307 <br /><font color="#666666" size="1">PHOTO BY <a href="https://eazytraveler.net/">EAZYTRAVELER</a></font> <br clear="all" /><img title="Zamboanga City Hall" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Zamboanga City Hall" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilThH7L7Tr4_rVJfyqEdWplW7WamRzPlYrN1FEBuSegIajTruiue-gz2GV8sYUzZ2eDyRxzYxeTjUf4TrthH7n9Vjc5Onvxe51srYTPSOSrolVIHelgrgHcMss_290yo7KYOQFjb9hhFx1Dq4gfIbkIXASF_zwZ4sOjwqDLhj-wpYGCFz7KcJFl4VAOQ/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0056.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">ZAMBOANGA CITY HALL</font></strong> <br />Address: N.S. Valderosa St., Brgy. Sta. Barbara <br />Entrance Fee: Free <br />Opening Hours: Regular Office Hours <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9041811,122.0761756 <br clear="all" /><img title="ZSCMST Bird Sanctuary Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="ZSCMST Bird Sanctuary Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKJnF0M9VvvRKTgy7R9vVu7U63R9OG-TkY7OtqiuTYQl34B5YuXumji3yWlxF7oTN2HWrRlslz_zbzd_Np8FLFU3-U1sWgTFa2ovSdFX9VbzTKUHcwu6mFfJB8sMlaDRDQ0tYGL3oe3foykXeMmaJp4DnXT2eKGfnZtublgkjAOE-S_cHMzVsr4IdpIQ/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0027.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">ZSCMST BIRD SANCTUARY</font></strong> <br />Address: Fisheries Compound, N.S. Valderosa St., Brgy. Sta. Barbara <br />Entrance Fee: Free <br />Opening Hours: Regular Office Hours <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9023837,122.083785 <br clear="all" /><img style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ9lyGZn6b9uf03yfJhPDSD3Frw4LT_VO42sayTCIB02RfqGPBSKxVQvW2frnW5LqGcXMFUJm8-ifDVxOePiOQ6AcKhJ8fezVqhDqkhS5DHmCPmUSGVZOLYI7fkxYc4ZCeXODHUdPu1oABZR1YSNXbq3qGfgXRYnTNTZadXDnorpi8X_GVQGUcZqVSBw/s1600/PASONANCA%20PARK.png" align="left" /> <br clear="all" /><img title="Camp Limbaga Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Camp Limbaga Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhztw4gqjEsq6NdqDi-usabFKdEAkV9e6Uh51KWfCuP-M_dTrQlEk_2P_CxRJJF5iYOz7oqX8HhcOwDjXPRdac2QTeXjRh4uukQ7MKbnkyscl-y9ojM3KCEYWJRpfrUa2GBEYUI1YzVax29mEcESzhAvk1xJyxOJLttQx-_igXfj_jjrhuOqJuJzpyUxQ/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0020.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">CAMP LIMBAGA</font></strong> <br />Address: Pasonanca Park, Pasonanca Rd., Brgy. Pasonanca <br />Entrance Fee: Free <br />Opening Hours: Regular Office Hours <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.952484,122.0748105 <br clear="all" /><img title="El Museo De Zamboanga" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="El Museo De Zamboanga" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicPZZlTa2qUw0JPOZsgC7inV2SNC3BR8SJjzUd_IC-anIVFlc4gWJ8O-ItpDYOBE0IL_BciK8yKibVTl9tgZ8B2DZ9bBg_T4JhKgr9sUanG_AhbbDm6l9BFCVAgA-xIhs5LyVlik6ewv3L7KNKneZRy__IarfzsxxKkaNBxoqr3HyGCENJ8gMIHW-yvw/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0021.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">EL MUSEO DE ZAMBOANGA</font></strong> <br />Address: Pasonanca Rd., Brgy. Pasonanca <br />Entrance Fee: Free <br />Opening Hours: 9:00AM - 5:00PM, Closed Sundays <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9532029,122.0731422 <br clear="all" /><img title="Pasonanca Swimming Pools Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pasonanca Swimming Pools Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2xO1Rhmg5AbZE5gvaKhKsEnODwrDIvRZKlgbDwhnY4hHvKT-s8AUnAFiekG4OeWA-f630Yv2Ru_Qrtanz_Q3vywOhX-tlqtwRHbwLs0NeNOYHmHI1_lsFlUFaur5gqLKnIYNeMo9zqVb7FhasmgpEG4rkE8ugmGCrlBo8s-AslAn_VnyhKpY5yE6Zww/s1600/Untitled-3%20-%20Copy.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">PASONANCA SWIMMING POOLS</font></strong> <br />Address: Pasonanca Park, Pasonanca Rd., Brgy. Pasonanca <br />Entrance Fee: ₱10.00 <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9525692,122.0747515 <br /><font color="#666666" size="1">PHOTO BY WOWZAMBOANGACITY</font> <br clear="all" /><img title="Tree House Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tree House Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHc_cqGFAxVQBu5l0DFHox428aVCLljOP_depIjWFS1uBVZ2jH1x10oAxiwZQcOmvKvmBSKO-zdKRtCqMnsl3pSSJrv5p7IMA-XU4SoPoGbZ5QmRqEkvUt-DAVxBKqJvssrq2Senz-lDU0fmNKf64MF9-kjzXABdlzm2JQvkKqywUkkqDee9TYe_xo6Q/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0023.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">ZAMBOANGA TREE HOUSE</font></strong> <br />Address: Pasonanca Park, Pasonanca Rd., Brgy. Pasonanca <br />Entrance Fee: Free <br />Opening Hours: Regular Office Hours <br />GPS Coordinates: 6.9525692,122.0747515 <br clear="all" /><img title="Tourist Spots Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tourist Spots Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijDQ0UwiKrOzLVOxRS6sLHfZNG2YKqx04kg-FXwBR4eJRGOGXvkQETuxqCz6Q6tpZhoL52sSHT60J8bFsjhz39E0OzWydwPkgpuD7yiLgMD25MV7vDs1ecMXz_HeEQH2qOGpy8b4E2sLk4sTudo9JiBS8lfQQhbo7ekYjde2IumWWJogpfDiyvOFJH-A/s1600/AROUND%20THE%20CITY.png" align="left" /> <br clear="all" /><img title="Canelar Barter Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Canelar Barter Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQQpGzy4f1n5tSHHTuNGvpGXqRbz-8wVQ7-xxBJHaqZjorZLZMpdSxZtuyMOOMrPk7WgGgkNZ7QU_lOTXMHrfsLr3EAbeqpogTIOuIyhV3UqwHEFFvf29oy6P5_KAnV1WB5IzJLzo-AdM3642962DF15HaMVxQOOCNUgjKxwWOs2wOnTnAXiOmsBcP3w/s1600/20181010-ZAMBOANGA-P9-0004.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">CANELAR BARTER</font></strong> <br />Address: Mayor Jaldon St., Brgy. Canelar <br />Entrance Fee: Free <br />Opening Hours: 8:00AM - 5:30PM, Daily <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9139629,122.0719121 <br clear="all" /><img title="Merloquest Falls Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Merloquest Falls Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ9RF3ejB0hXNUOAZvdrXAvfHEn9xuzi2hSZWbgsN8t_qgBT3V7fLagTLDhOPWGL7-7KnMBF4_TRTkn2qhz6rcJvqy8qZl6-5gmBD6ZiXMB2UIQJYuNH0AnAZEluQeDE3DjXU47ujgWtjv_7V4p9TIyiCJczmTsnNP6JaskGmLVLXEtdU5RTPe4oxgJg/s1600/Marloquet_Falls%201.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">MERLOQUET FALLS</font></strong> <br />Address: Brgy. Sibulao <br />Entrance Fee: ₱5.00 <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 7.3101201,122.2112739 <br clear="all" /><img title="Once Islas Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6p4xLIo1O0pzNdMhUPvQ-lP5YBQVUtGWhRQLrtu5x5INB-JmEKGb31TDYQc-tNzrPfs8SxhtV_2egTl1y270ugwE4GsjEc6gmsU1ARTYKbHAkidaar2WRF8te2x8IAhPF1Hx-nfBaxiUKuyKm9X3xls3YyAve6CyFMt4ujh7OSGsMkc-q25-hw1BSSg/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0024.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic"><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/once-islas-zamboanga-city-island-hopping.html">ONCE ISLAS</a></font></strong> <br />Address: Brgy. Dita and Panubigan <br />Entrance Fee: ₱100.00 <br />Opening Hours: 7:00AM - 3:00PM, Closed on Fridays <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 7.1326561,122.2472173 <br clear="all" /><img title="Rainbow Mosque Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Rainbow Mosque Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi84aHXOOfHsYjsFINyekBpzj41I8T8KhBFYQ5o7kjddn_f-inD4GLnKEBIroJUmb7DjzLZ3HYfgU3sai12YsvzxMfhHVNTD0mRjyRMmKcAx0X6pBDIkxlecKaN6KPsEhyphenhyphenWbGoM-NINH3gNvD9ZuIM6bgwDfPsI0G2Q_5U1usWQPVQQIxLA5wxd6FUKouwf/s1600/Untitled-10.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">RAINBOW MOSQUE</font></strong> <br />Address: <br />Entrance Fee: Free <br />Opening Hours: X:00AM - X:00PM, Daily <br />GPS Map Coordinates: <br clear="all" /><img title="Sta. Cruz Island Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Sta. Cruz Island Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYOP9FOqO61S1qx8EQn0425aIzZZ1KhLR0IhAu4twU68DBT_J-D4Y5Sp2WQTc6gH_Qrq5N7y2FMx369jWV813TqHalznW7SHlXmXUZ3lBb3gFwzI_ljTLFDoUX3O_cJ9rIKixtK-7KqLGkkVaQqcsL8hK72HK3UI0FxSee7h0k90UVyvg6zcdk4PfpCYu5/s1600/Untitled-7.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic"><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/santa-cruz-island-zamboanga-pink-beach-travel-guide.html">STA. CRUZ ISLAND</a></font></strong> <br />Address: Sta. Cruz Island <br />Entrance Fee: ₱30.00 <br />Opening Hours: 7:00AM - 2:00PM, Daily <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.8655017,122.0581484 <br clear="all" /><img title="Taluksangay Mosque Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Taluksangay Mosque Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBPC6GNr18C9StQAWYtcUfgp8GH5xQnlvzOXOnpzT7bMF3zlJ1t5_6MOvuOpY4pJfVzwRi9WXO_uwtwmibalXbLdlNnON_uRs7SJa-EpIxYAiJqEvLNjjRuGnCB96ZNf_S4pC0o8zkO2bk458B2OrORcIj9Sw_Ngrsbpqa_oaYC5HikOnpOd3rJx-mgQ/s1600/Untitled-1%20-%20Copy.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">TALUKSANGAY MOSQUE</font></strong> <br />Address: Brgy. Taluksangay <br />Entrance Fee: Free <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9507456,122.1792455 <br /><font size="1">PHOTO BY <a href="http://www.traveltrilogy.com/">TRAVELTRILOGY</a></font> <br clear="all" /><img title="Yakan Weaving Village Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Yakan Weaving Village Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCXUzSeEp0o_KNaD4-o1S7VD6F8jzxi_o6wXK46dTMb7uWxOvzbEGxMu_8gpFZFRXng6clPA6qcf_c2nMAqcGRhGdk0JkzVUKgf66Jc-OOP_WEIS7v-l8YsEKulMsB28UknJEFfHjSE6uPE3GNHlKqNnFehSKsWka3NFdpXOElXQm03-gpXU-H0JNf0A/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0004.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">YAKAN WEAVING VILLAGE</font></strong> <br />Address: Labuan-Limpapa National Road, Brgy. Calarian <br />Entrance Fee: Free <br />Opening Hours: 8:00AM - 8:00PM, Daily <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9248815,122.0200141</p> <br clear="all" /> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="shopping" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">WHAT TO BUY IN ZAMBOANGA CITY</font></h2> <hr /> <p>There are two main shopping areas in Zamboanga City for your <em>pasalubong</em> and souvenir needs. <br /> <br />The first is the massive <strong>Canelar Barter Center</strong> in Barangay Canelar where you can buy colorful scarves, dresses, all sorts of textiles, and souvenirs. It’s also here where you can shop for Malaysian goods—possible due to Zamboanga City’s proximity to Malaysia. <br /> <br />The second is the small <strong>Yakan Weaving Village</strong> west of the city. Here you can purchase hand-woven products made by the Yakans themselves. <br /> <br />In case your visit coincides with the Zamboanga Hermosa Festival, head over to the Palacio Del Sur events building where they hold <strong>ZamPEX (Zamboanga Peninsula Expo)</strong>. Here, you’ll be able to buy all the unique products from the whole Zamboanga Peninsula.</p> <br /> <p><img title="Apa Martillos Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Apa Martillos Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyBUjOUm7KMz1_ttNQcLCNIWAciQi0XniAP1AuSZc2fODkcEzghLVYaFdP-BAlOv7uSlcllNqn5QDVshKNtKNgc0FEGMfajSU6t_nMCmEymnVBjvdP29U09PqDENmEqexuH-lbpNdHtic0yExbPySeJ3xZ-W5S3DXoFPEjC6guCmOb1hGUoFSBV2mEXg/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0041.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic"> APA (MARTILLOS) <br /></font></strong>Address: Fort Pilar, N.S. Valderosa St., Brgy. Sta. Barbara  <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.901684, 122.082278 <br clear="all" /><img title="Malaysian Goods Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Malaysian Goods Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiw-fGPvI1gXLb9PdTLGq5rCM6z0eDD3GDvd2SlqJ9k8jSyo6WMImn1gW0WkDTdUXtU0MGXBqO_CxeEWw8jgC-vXctqtXIvaVwaN3QU6J1y-bF76EKyRHIYCHktZHRJafqDwncDqhpSCM7bt9VA_LaoDXzX3H9t42bHAMEk6JJ_M4BgNte6fBy5oSScIQ/s1600/20181011-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0245.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">MALAYSIAN GOODS/PRODUCTS</font></strong> <br />Address: Canelar Barter Center, Mayor Jaldon St., Brgy. Canelar <br />Opening Hours: 8:00AM - 5:30PM, Daily <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9139629,122.0719121 <br clear="all" /><img title="Yakan Weaving Products Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Yakan Weaving Products Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLoEpTQmADT5mlKIU89BmB45Hq4aJCFwZ5Zd2uLHJWuJ0smJxakKP_ErotJilS--9Wo_fCrwZ8WCaseya1PHQZWmszET2889k-PGKjuCzGjTEBT078BCCK5-RpJxPBKMIQ5nKkGnra7g6J_r-TzVgi3v6HCq_WCnepzi-MfWouO6U0M6NIimxQYX71_A/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0008.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">YAKAN WEAVING PRODUCTS</font></strong> <br />Address: Yakan Village, Labuan-Limpapa National Road, Brgy. Calarian  <br />Entrance Fee: Free <br />Opening Hours: 8:00AM - 8:00PM, Daily <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9248815,122.0200141</p> <p><font color="#a5a5a5" size="1"> <br clear="all" /></font><img title="Textiles Canelar Barter Zamboanga City" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Textiles Canelar Barter Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7o_KZ77uGXvWjc45Q3DQVIXyaE7EZb_lDJ46qSgmFC-bZvVjBuWc8VozGK9CYmbvXeLQ7H29JZgtMn3H4Hz8hHTE7jB1igwhYP2rg_v_BiHhw2WS8hO6foCUgqvRKOsPGnwdYUebW811jjtNDv93APG-PPrZH-ud4lD4c_LfB7di-Qwg_bO8WTLFNUQ/s1600/20181010-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0004.jpg" align="left" /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">ZAMBOANGA CANELAR TEXTILES</font></strong> <br /> Address: Canelar Barter Center, Mayor Jaldon St., Brgy. Canelar <br />Opening Hours: 8:00AM - 5:30PM, Daily <br />GPS Map Coordinates: 6.9139629,122.0719121</p> <p> <br clear="all" /> <br /> <br /></p> <h2 id="festivals" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">FESTIVALS IN ZAMBOANGA CITY</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="Zamboanga Hermosa Festival" style="margin: 5px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Zamboanga Hermosa Festival" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvNSQ487Bg6wzi15B7T2SET_ykxaRUg_Ra5lfKzWXp_3zdgREHiYV1412Z2kxqGIJ75RgzYRowRksM-SSt8vNwGFF3spkZbqCilkRlTovAJaqoNqD3ZBOfsZAhrSUvF8klJt-rq0xdoRKhtAXDopX4CYe1g1RW8cFrauoyw_h87fVYsWyAUTtdJe2gDQ/s1600/20181011-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0232.jpg" align="left" />There’s only one major festival in Zamboanga and that’s the <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/10/zamboanga-hermosa-festival.html"><font face="Century Gothic"><strong>Zamboanga Hermosa Festival</strong></font></a>. It is dedicated to the miraculous image of the <em>Nuestra Señora del Pilar</em> enshrined at Fort Pilar. Celebrated during the whole month of October, its highlights include the Regatta de Zamboanga, ZamPEX, Asao Lechon Festival, Mascota de Zamboanga, and the Zamboanga Hermosa Street Dance Competition.</p> <br clear="all" /> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="tourist-spots-map" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">ZAMBOANGA CITY TOURIST SPOTS MAP GUIDE</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="Zamboanga Tourist Spots Map" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Zamboanga Tourist Spots Map" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7GrqPdGechKaw-75n4fP04VqS5gCVtJ1VU7VbR0_uZRb0n3e8W3zEyOchFCJYV8o06LKGhFEcJHL6R1EcWZA0nKnIEsiRbWt7L8we1jVCascxgHTgywwCWUHWfs0bxFtXb8ZWyewUD8Z_xS05lnwAJomR717Yjn3SP2Ja4YYILuXyj2kRb00Fy-tX8zys/s1600/ZAMBOANGA%20TOURIST%20SPOTS%20MAP.jpg" /></p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="itinerary-budget" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">ZAMBOANGA CITY SAMPLE ITINERARIES & BUDGET</font></h2> <hr /> <p>A three day itinerary is mostly enough for touring Zamboanga City. It’s perfect for long weekends—you’ll just have to fly really early and leave at the last possible flight back. A day tour is also possible, but would be very limiting, you can mostly see either just the city center or a brief tour of Sta. Cruz Island. For a more extensive tour, I would suggest a four-day Zamboanga itinerary, this way you really can enjoy everything the city has to offer, all the good dishes included. <br /> <br />The most expensive part about touring Zamboanga are the Sta. Cruz Island and Once Islas tours—which you can only join via organized trips. Merloquet Falls can also be expensive if you join a tour but can be done DIY, although it’s not that easy. If you remove those, traveling to Zamboanga is really very cheap, especially if you skip the expensive recommended restaurants—but please don’t skip those, these are part and parcel of the Zamboanga experience. <br /> <br />For the sake of this itinerary, I listed a rough sketch of how you would be traveling from one place to the next via jeepneys or tricycles. It is very much cheaper to go by jeepney—just ask around if you’re not familiar with the route, <em>Zamboangeños</em> are very helpful—since most tricycle drivers would usually ask that you pay for the full fare of the entire tricycle.</p> <br /> <p><img title="Zamboanga City One Day Itinerary" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Zamboanga City One Day Itinerary" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmrrCx2Q4inHAgc5KN1gIdzEqyzLH8WXLnFoTKNmrbRASXFNGgepWmtlNlk3igc6NYOb_6369jQEbN1Ra9n31S6nBTcJYCrTAw22-pE5AOiVPaGGsE6iZfGFd0YVpMSxbaYyY-bVRB24pce3M6wiD6-_-imxiGDCKqfOFcsS8sChEImlKxbfBciyl1EQ/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0056.jpg" /></p> <br /> <p><strong><font size="2" face="Century Gothic"><font size="3">ZAMBOANGA ONE DAY ITINERARY / DAY TOUR / DAY TRIP</font></font></strong></p> <br /> <p>► <strong><font size="2" face="Century Gothic">₱468.00</font></strong> <font size="1">PER PERSON</font></p> <hr /> <p>• <strong>Early arrival at Zamboanga City</strong> <br />•<strong> Satti Breakfast</strong> <br /><font size="1">    ₱12.00 | JEEP TO SATTI HOUSE</font> <br /><font size="1">    ₱60.00 | AVERAGE SATTI BREAKFAST PRICE</font> <br />•<strong> Visit Pasonanca Park</strong> <br /><font size="1">    VISIT SWIMMING POOLS, GARDEN, TREEHOUSE, BOY SCOUT</font>   <br /><font size="1">    ₱12.00 | JEEP TO PASONANCA PARK</font> <br /><font size="1">    ₱10.00 | ENTRANCE FEE TO POOLS</font> <br />•<strong> Visit Yakan Weaving Village</strong> <br /><font size="1">    ₱12.00 | JEEP TO YAKAN WEAVING VILLAGE</font> <br />•<strong> Lunch at Vista Del Mar</strong>    <br /><font size="1">    ₱200.00 | AVERAGE MEAL COST</font>   <br />•<strong> City Center Walking Tour <br /></strong><font size="1">    VISIT METROPOLITAN CATHEDRAL, PLAZA RIZAL, CITY HALL, FORT PILAR, NATIONAL MUSEUM, PASEO DEL MAR, ZSCMST BIRD SANCTUARY</font> <br /><font size="1">    ₱12.00 | JEEP TO METROPOLITAN CATHEDRAL</font> <br />•<strong> Dinner at Paseo del Mar</strong> <br /><font size="1">    ₱150.00 | AVERAGE MEAL COST</font> <br />•<strong> Depart Zamboanga City</strong></p> <br /> <p><img title="Zamboanga City Two Days Itinerary" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Zamboanga City Two Days Itinerary" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhb0ICVR16dLB9EYiFvP12V1908XsPFSCZa-cXOFU4HIMT5ZqhWNZr3ki0V07RCmsOX4tnU8jwOUk-dgw7v1ohjeZFkuzj0MmZ4IXzoK95UX9l6sDUTq_BNuHhmwmP4j-V9IQ58w-3CjR4tWDRcksLlIGOl8tt_kMQarwXm7DpJzXNzd5cE5WbM-e6t7A/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0027.jpg" /></p> <br /> <p><strong><font size="3" face="Century Gothic">ZAMBOANGA CITY TWO DAYS ITINERARY</font></strong></p> <br /> <p>► <strong><font size="2" face="Century Gothic">DAY ONE | ₱972.00</font></strong> <font size="1">PER PERSON (GROUP OF TWO)</font></p> <hr /> <p>•<strong> Early morning arrival</strong>  <br />•<strong> Leave bag at lodging</strong>    <br /><font size="1">    ₱500.00 | LODGING RENT (₱1,000.00) PER DAY FOR TWO <strong>►</strong><a href="https://www.agoda.com/city/zamboanga-city-ph.html?cid=1649989" rel="nofollow"><strong>CHEAPEST RATE ONLINE</strong></a></font> <br />•<strong> Satti Breakfast</strong> <br /><font size="1">    ₱12.00 | JEEP TO SATTI HOUSE</font> <br /><font size="1">    ₱60.00 | AVERAGE SATTI BREAKFAST PRICE</font> <br />•<strong> Visit Pasonanca Park</strong> <br /><font size="1">    VISIT SWIMMING POOLS, GARDEN, TREEHOUSE, BOY SCOUT</font>    <br /><font size="1">    ₱12.00 | JEEP TO PASONANCA PARK</font> <br /><font size="1">    ₱10.00 | ENTRANCE FEE TO POOLS</font> <br />•<strong> Visit Yakan Weaving Village</strong> <br /><font size="1">    ₱12.00 | JEEP TO YAKAN WEAVING VILLAGE</font> <br />•<strong> Lunch at Vista Del Mar</strong> <br /><font size="1">    ₱200.00 | AVERAGE MEAL COST</font> <br />•<strong> Check in at Hotel</strong> <br /><font size="1">    ₱12.00 | JEEP TO HOTEL</font> <br />•<strong> City Center Walking Tour <br clear="all" /></strong><font size="1">    VISIT METROPOLITAN CATHEDRAL, PLAZA RIZAL, CITY HALL, FORT PILAR, NATIONAL MUSEUM, PASEO DEL MAR, ZSCMST BIRD SANCTUARY</font> <br /><font size="1">    ₱12.00 | JEEP TO METROPOLITAN CATHEDRAL</font> <br /><strong>• Dinner at Paseo del Mar</strong> <br /><font size="1">    ₱150.00 | AVERAGE MEAL COST</font></p> <br /> <p>► <font size="2" face="Century Gothic"><strong>DAY TWO | ₱1,324.00</strong></font> <font size="1">PER PERSON (GROUP OF TWO)</font></p> <hr /> <p>•<strong> Breakfast at Lodging</strong> <br /><font size="1">    ₱0.00 | COMPLIMENTARY BREAKFAST</font> <br />•<strong> Early hotel check out</strong> (Leave bags at lobby) <br />•<strong> Once Islas Island Hopping</strong> <br /><font size="1">    ₱1,100.00 | GROUP TOUR FEE (₱2,200.00) INCLUSIVE OF LUNCH AND TRANSPORT</font> <br />•<strong> Dinner at Alavar’s</strong> <br /><font size="1">    ₱12.00 | JEEP TO ALAVAR’S</font> <br /><font size="1">    ₱200.00 | AVERAGE MEAL COST</font> <br />•<strong> Back at the hotel</strong> <br /><font size="1">    ₱12.00 | JEEP TO HOTEL</font> <br />•<strong> Depart Zamboanga City</strong></p> <br /> <hr /> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">► ₱2,296.00</font></strong> <font size="1">~ TOTAL BUDGET FOR A TWO-DAY TOUR PER PERSON BASED ON A GROUP OF TWO</font></p> <br /> <p><img title="Zamboanga City Three Days Itinerary" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Zamboanga City Three Days Itinerary" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu4t-MK6vyAj9zqQL6II9nLPpKsaTwYBHgKCPzNsoFlDX3fdnJjIXFiKOABuQZ-n8X1KCd1FiwXox-zxbHxIQZxlhwwaQkJLY83hpG-5cZUoydgICSMb0jFVLe0e3EN5vR-e-zItmrnL_ljWOzEl-c6Fy2TxvhTEctXhI2rGc9auCMrMB37-nDg7zGbp4B/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0074.jpg" /></p> <br /> <p><strong><font size="3" face="Century Gothic">ZAMBOANGA CITY THREE DAYS ITINERARY</font></strong></p> <br /> <p>► <strong><font size="2" face="Century Gothic">DAY ONE | ₱972.00</font></strong> <font size="1">PER PERSON (GROUP OF TWO)</font></p> <hr /> <p>• <strong>Follow previous Day One itinerary</strong></p> <br /> <p>► <strong><font size="2" face="Century Gothic">DAY TWO | ₱1,824.00</font></strong> <font size="1">PER PERSON (GROUP OF TWO)</font></p> <hr /> <p>• <strong>Follow previous Day Two itinerary</strong> (But don’t check out just yet) <br /><font size="1">    ₱500.00 | LODGING RENT (₱1,000.00) PER DAY FOR TWO <strong>►</strong><a href="https://www.agoda.com/city/zamboanga-city-ph.html?cid=1649989" rel="nofollow"><strong>CHEAPEST RATE ONLINE</strong></a></font></p> <br /> <p><font size="2" face="Century Gothic"><strong>► DAY THREE | ₱580.00</strong></font> <font size="1">PER PERSON (GROUP OF TWO)</font></p> <hr /> <p>•<strong> Breakfast at Lodging <br /></strong>•<strong> Early hotel check out</strong> (Leave bags at lobby) <br />•<strong> Sta. Cruz Island Tour</strong> <br /><font size="1">    ₱394.00 | TOUR FEE (₱788.00) INCLUSIVE OF TRANSPORT</font> <br /><font size="1">    ₱150.00 | PACKED LUNCH</font> <br />•<strong> Shopping at Canelar Barter</strong> <br /><font size="1">    ₱12.00 | JEEP TO CANELAR</font> <br />•<strong> Early Dinner at Dennis Coffee Garden</strong> <br /><font size="1">    ₱12.00 | JEEP TO DENNIS COFFEE GARDEN</font> <br />•<strong> Depart</strong> <br /><font size="1">    ₱12.00 | JEEP TO HOTEL</font> </p> <br /> <hr /> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">► ₱3,376.00</font></strong> <font size="1">~ TOTAL BUDGET FOR A THREE-DAY TOUR PER PERSON BASED ON A GROUP OF TWO</font></p> <p> </p> <p><img title="Zamboanga City Four Days Itinerary" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Zamboanga City Four Days Itinerary" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpO6R291WUAeuiHOIfevpeQ0chA7mUxFcmE10RbJ-mjNiH19Lnwz2OyrH20tzny8YjftxUvk5M2IDl8t41L8bEFvh0UepbR9dXyBXm8cqJl7pWNfhaDZYfaHbal8rXvupVGQzcabo4otgpaMdT6v7pndQK98So07rFpJfNW_FHo8pqdWRZAiXO0UEj8A/s1600/Marloquet_Falls.jpg" /></p> <p> </p> <p><strong><font size="3" face="Century Gothic">ZAMBOANGA CITY FOUR DAYS ITINERARY</font></strong></p> <br /> <p>► <strong><font size="2" face="Century Gothic">DAY ONE | ₱972.00</font></strong> <font size="1">PER PERSON (GROUP OF TWO)</font></p> <hr /> <p>• <strong>Follow previous Day One itinerary</strong></p> <br /> <p>► <strong><font size="2" face="Century Gothic">DAY TWO | ₱1,824.00</font></strong> <font size="1">PER PERSON (GROUP OF TWO)</font></p> <hr /> <p>• <strong>Follow previous Day Two itinerary</strong> (But don’t check out just yet) <br /><font size="1">    ₱500.00 | LODGING RENT (₱1,000.00) PER DAY FOR TWO <strong>►</strong><a href="https://www.agoda.com/city/zamboanga-city-ph.html?cid=1649989" rel="nofollow"><strong>CHEAPEST RATE ONLINE</strong></a></font></p> <p><font size="1"></font></p> <p>► <strong><font size="2" face="Century Gothic">DAY THREE | ₱1,080.00</font></strong> <font size="1">PER PERSON (GROUP OF TWO)</font></p> <hr /> <p>• <strong>Follow previous Day Three itinerary</strong> (But don’t check out just yet) <br /><font size="1">    ₱500.00 | LODGING RENT (₱1,000.00) PER DAY FOR TWO</font></p> <br /> <p><font size="2" face="Century Gothic"><strong>► DAY FOUR | ₱1,287.00</strong></font> <font size="1">PER PERSON (GROUP OF TWO)</font></p> <hr /> <p>•<strong> Breakfast at Lodging <br /></strong>•<strong><strong> Early hotel check out</strong></strong> (Leave bags at lobby)   <br />•<strong> Merloquet Falls Tour</strong> <br /><font size="1">    ₱625.00 | TOUR FEE (₱1,250.00) INCLUSIVE OF TRANSPORTATION & LUNCH</font> <br />•<strong> Early Dinner at Yubenco Food Complex</strong> <br /><font size="1">    ₱150.00 | AVERAGE MEAL PRICE</font> <br />•<strong> Depart Zamboanga City</strong> <br /><font size="1">    ₱12.00 | JEEP TO HOTEL</font> </p> <br /> <hr /> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">► ₱5,163.00</font></strong> <font size="1">~ TOTAL BUDGET FOR A FOUR-DAY TOUR PER PERSON BASED ON A GROUP OF TWO</font></p> <br /> <br /><center><font style="letter-spacing: 3px;" size="1">ZAMBOANGA CITY TRAVEL BLOG, GUIDE, EXPENSES, MAP, & ITINERARY <br />UPDATED AS OF OCTOBER 2023</font></center>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-9831159306312221092023-10-11T14:58:00.000+08:002023-10-11T15:10:02.251+08:00TRAVEL COLLAB | Top 7 Routes to Experience 21 Days of Wonder: Philippines in Depth<p><img title="21 Days In The Philippines" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="21 Days In The Philippines" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoSlg7kPkqLIy7AKG_AvBN-gWgUvUrSNDrvBkZwRzYsSva_XssbTeTTdEfHjRvqRfw2VwWyW5XvH7uhXrMc7siGOBfdFsiixzx2ACewqst09jLnAkqgps_qVVU1Bhnv7WgoRxbJ4CihmewE6HZMbi2Emhmvo0X11hxP1v_tO0JwCui5CSl5ouscE1FNGdN/s1600/20171201-LINAPACAN-A6000B-0080.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p>The Philippines, an intricate tapestry of over 7,000 islands, offers an unparalleled blend of diverse cultures, ancient traditions, and awe-inspiring natural beauty. To traverse its vastness is to embark on a twenty one-day odyssey, wherein every day unveils a new chapter of wonder and discovery. While quick getaways might give you a fleeting glimpse of its marvels, a detailed three-week exploration promises depth, insights, and transformative experiences. These seven meticulously crafted routes, encompassing a generous span of three weeks each, offer travelers a holistic dive into the very soul of this mesmerizing archipelago.</p> <a name='more'></a> <a href="https://www.agoda.com/en-gb/country/philippines.html?cid=1649989" rel="nofollow"><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/AVvXsEj3OzX9i8lftKw-FaG6FLKSaOnjHXevsac11DsHTNh1Fh_mLFrhYBp2xb-v4_xGigxxDM9MzckBIGkK4KbHSirzSBs-OJyf1xLl11K0GmxVOA8w9IR1TLF8mSlpNrdmzu8rJSTO72fFTPe6lDKrRUxcFoqQ0D8mZqSvpwfYwGr5AqQKeldfkEGb9iyAL498/s1600/Hotel%20City.png" /></a> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>SEVEN ROUTES FOR A 21-DAY TRIP IN THE PHILIPPINES</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS ~ WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/7-routes-21-days-in-philippines.html#luzon">Luzon’s Legacy</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/7-routes-21-days-in-philippines.html#visayas">Visayan Voyage</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/7-routes-21-days-in-philippines.html#mindanao">Mindanao’s Mosaic</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/7-routes-21-days-in-philippines.html#palawan">Palawan’s Pristine Paradise</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/7-routes-21-days-in-philippines.html#negros-siquijor">Negros And Siquijor: Mysticism, Mountains, And Marine Splendors</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/7-routes-21-days-in-philippines.html#romblon-marinduque">Romblon And Marinduque</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/7-routes-21-days-in-philippines.html#central-luzon">Central Luzon Circuit</a></li> </ol> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <a href="https://skyscanner.pxf.io/vN1M9N" rel="nofollow"><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/AVvXsEi6TH4Zp7RPoJC-eW4zt_AxpcGSybDK3itzblFizZZaNwcBVhEeaNTKQX9u-_wcz0wXHTFcE22r6fYmNZzY9BFelJhxPXzYtu5SU0WTJAcEIIOVoLAUvNl0vm2kwD_nlT-VOOekgxRpmY5FCsVNIETjLCCeRoRRP6RMdjeT93WmlVbKVFx7ZqG4FHGLhyphenhyphenW4/s1600/Flights.png" /></a> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="luzon" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">LUZON’S LEGACY: HISTORY, HIGHLANDS, AND HUES</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="Banaue Rice Terraces Ifugao" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Banaue Rice Terraces Ifugao" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWA8m1CawCtpN-d42uXPsOu4z5D60xCB5V1u30ldA6QC7ntpBa51FnhBYBSS7ThYIK1SqpYjFhWQKsBi5uFq4NAlw-vCRxI0KgjJvHi7-DqZinpSrUY5u59_9FNq5_HYuNw3EZD1dUPzbUbka6dltvFj5w2MP64GNbzPXewXeIvtngepZBua59ZPftQohW/s1600/20120719-IFUGAO-NEX5N-0014.jpg" /></p> <p>The island of Luzon, a veritable powerhouse of experiences, presents an enriching twenty one-day journey. Start your expedition in <strong>Manila</strong>, the pulsating capital, where history whispers through the ancient walls of Intramuros and the bustling streets of Binondo. From here, meander northwards to the breathtaking Banaue Rice Terraces, a living testament to the ingenuity of the Ifugao people. As you ascend into the mist-covered highlands of the <strong>Cordilleras</strong>, immerse in the rich tapestry of <a href="https://news.mongabay.com/2023/03/indigenous-youths-keep-ancient-forestry-traditions-alive-in-the-philippines/">indigenous cultures</a>. Delve into the enigmatic recesses of <strong>Sagada</strong>, with its limestone caves and hanging coffins that echo tales of time. Then, get enchanted by the hues of the Panagbenga Festival in <strong>Baguio</strong>, where floats adorned with flowers parade the streets. By the end of this route, the myriad experiences of Luzon will have painted a vivid canvas of memories.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="visayas" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">VISAYAN VOYAGE: FESTIVALS, FALLS, AND FLAVORS</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="Magellan's Cross Cebu" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Magellan's Cross Cebu" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS_cD8eQvVDZCqRJU1RG6g7ytUsfy4JElPexjwr0Hy5JLN9_KGhaOUFpK7cMNGhd8OCE5xU-h_oO11qJm3WE5kwbSHRds1EEh-y6fk9W9gHcPdXybyITW2xL_qfTY21bz5mzyxp_zZuL5qYybh-IjDn8f-cdFzpJgqJIbqwO82CHB39othF0dySyhiCDPS/s1600/20120616-CEBU-D80-0051.jpg" /></p> <p>Charting a <a href="https://guidetothephilippines.ph/articles/ultimate-guides/3-weeks-itinerary-philippines">3-weeks Philippines itinerary</a> across the heart of the archipelago, the Visayas region promises a blend of cultural festivities, natural wonders, and gastronomic delights. Initiate your journey in <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2017/08/cebu-travel-blog-guide-itineray-budget.html"><strong>Cebu</strong></a>, a historical and culinary epicenter, where the resonance of drums from the Sinulog Festival mingles with the tantalizing aroma of its famed lechon. <strong>Bohol</strong> beckons next with its geological wonders—the iconic Chocolate Hills—and the enigmatic eyes of the tarsiers watching you from the treetops. Explore the cascading beauty of Kawasan Falls, where cerulean waters offer a refreshing embrace. As days transition, find solace in the sapphire depths surrounding the islands, diving among vibrant coral gardens and observing the delicate ballet of marine life. Savor the unique flavors of <strong>Visayan cuisine</strong>, from the tangy <em>sinigang</em> to the sweet delicacy of <em>piaya</em>. This route, spanning three enriching weeks, encapsulates the essence of the Visayas in its entirety.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="mindanao" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">MINDANAO’S MOSAIC: LANDSCAPES, LORE, AND LOCAL LIFE</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="Lake Sebu Mindanao" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Lake Sebu Mindanao" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8YEjkfW5X0d4TzK_QttZLu0MPxoiDUP93MOR2NLfSALVqVKft28KGDUYy-U236ZF6dnkM2IT7W8CAfUzUKQuLBgAog7J2coIhAnkxRgbcuvBwxyHtioLmggK0JesIiLGAg5GJtI1JdzSALmtZIFmZP8CG0sZJ8j9HuElw1vZAjA_ct_1pLtB7UW057-vK/s1600/20160226-SOUTHCOTABATO-D7000-0029.jpg" /></p> <p>Mindanao, the southernmost island group, boasts a rich tapestry of traditions, landscapes, and tales that can fill countless pages of a traveler's diary. Embarking on a 21-day journey here feels like stepping into an epic saga. <strong>Davao City</strong> is an impeccable starting point, renowned for its Mount Apo treks and the deliciously unique durian fruit. The city acts as a gateway to the enchanting world of <strong>Samal Island</strong>, with its ethereal beaches and underwater caves. As you venture further into the heart of Mindanao, the tales of the indigenous Lumad and Moro communities add layers of history and culture. Visit <strong>Lake Sebu</strong>, home to the serene Seven Falls and the T'boli people, famed for their dream-inspired T'nalak weaving. Surigao's lagoons and Siargao's surfing waves epitomize the island's blend of tranquility and thrill. By the end of this leg, Mindanao's mesmerizing mosaic will have etched an indelible mark on your soul.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="palawan" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">PALAWAN’S PRISTINE PARADISE: LAGOONS, LIMESTONE, AND LOCAL LEGENDS</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="Linapacan Underwater Palawan" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Linapacan Underwater Palawan" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUC5opa2l4av8WDOxSO7DSrtiFPnUF2lxgRutx-cjmK0pp8TGvE8nBij0OwCYf96FXjUxwmAwG4wiYWCiLS3dgkH1KAmLQ9-ojOg-iEqEtImWjV0-BPfhygVgGbi43rRK6PebWXI4Aw0zathKlohY8OHcWioiBpKuaxFrL8dPP3pO4xeAkEOvbOsMgX3Na/s1600/20171201-LINAPACAN-M10-0008.jpg" /></p> <p>Often touted as <em>The Last Frontier</em>, Palawan provides a surreal 21-day journey through untouched beauty and enchanting tales. Begin in <strong>Puerto Princesa</strong>, with its underground river that tells tales of eons through its stalactites and stalagmites. Heading north, the quaint town of <strong>Port Barton</strong> offers a slower pace, allowing for introspection amidst nature. <strong><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/03/el-nido-travel-blog-guide-itinerary-budget-expenses.html">El Nido</a></strong> is where the magic amplifies–hidden <a href="https://homeiswhereyourbagis.com/en/el-nido-lagoons/">lagoons</a>, towering limestone cliffs, and waters that shimmer in shades of emerald and blue. Dive deeper, both metaphorically and literally, exploring the rich coral gardens and the sunken wartime wrecks around <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2014/07/coron-itinerary-travel-guide.html"><strong>Coron</strong></a>. Every sunset here, especially as you sail through the <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/03/linapacan-island-hopping-tours.html"><strong>Linapacan islands</strong></a>, feels like a painter's masterpiece—a riot of colors reflecting off tranquil waters.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="negros-siquijor" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">NEGROS AND SIQUIJOR: MYSTICISM, MOUNTAINS, AND MARINE SPLENDORS</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="Cambugahay Falls Siquijor" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Cambugahay Falls Siquijor" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjhDq0hYxQa-ZfHAn3wJsRzESdWhNXRQISR-El_kr8Ki6W6nHgmUFCHLh9BJ2hCNTDMbEixNR4rk2OognniYcsgrJrsmBkpUvycewslkYIbONcEv7k15VG9wMwXsu3g5FfV6Xru25YdQx7VCXOfyt4A1aoFQjHNKw8C9pKg7wmpZekSz-sKiqerHLVNj3d/s1600/20110718-SIQUIJOR-D80-0133.jpg" /></p> <p>In the heart of the Central Visayas lie Negros and Siquijor, islands that juxtapose natural grandeur with rich lore. Begin your exploration in Negros, an island bisected by a mountainous spine crowned by the formidable Mt. Kanlaon. Its volcanic slopes, draped in lush rainforests, are a haven for trekkers and nature lovers. Venturing into its lowlands, you'll find sugarcane plantations stretching to the horizon, a nod to the island's sweet legacy. <strong><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2013/07/travel-guide-itinerary-bacolod.html">Bacolod</a></strong>, the island's vibrant capital, serves as a gastronomic epicenter, its streets aromatic with local delicacies like chicken <em>inasal, piaya</em>, and the creamy <em>napoleones</em>. As you ferry to the mystical island of <strong><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/06/siquijor-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html">Siquijor</a></strong>, the narrative takes a more ethereal turn. Known for its age-old tales of witchcraft and healing, this island also stuns with its natural beauty. Dive into the cerulean depths of its marine sanctuaries, let the cascading waters of Cambugahay Falls rejuvenate your spirit, or simply find a secluded spot on Salagdoong Beach to contemplate the island's magic under a canopy of stars.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="romblon-marinduque" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">ROMBLON AND MARINDUQUE: HEARTLAND HAVENS AND HISTORICAL HUES</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="Moriones Festival Marinduque" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Moriones Festival Marinduque" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjetiH8anr_nxG1gp6LWqWwnHyRECePQEQThYofAWRgMIDqXVV2tc2MPLq0RuLct_5TOaDUOcotXeNFYJ26yEO1Gc-XAt5rn2NgoOXE_YALrZRXX4MABsxq7XUEv7_4r1frnphl5oKowY-NavhbXRxEmN5EvLMnKYCj2dvXDj0pASd421xD21xEOrDyBlEk/s1600/20110420-MARINDUQUE-D80-0055.jpg" /></p> <p>The serenity of Romblon and Marinduque offers a perfect backdrop for a 21-day sojourn into the very soul of the Philippines. <strong>Romblon</strong>, an underrated gem, is a repository of tales etched in marble – from its world-famous quarries to the artisans shaping exquisite creations. Its coastal allure, with stretches like Bonbon Beach, offers a paradisiacal escape. Dive sites here are a mosaic of colorful corals and vibrant marine life, while its forests echo with the chirping of endemic bird species. A short sail away, <strong>Marinduque</strong> beats with cultural vitality. Its claim to fame, the Moriones Festival, is a vivid reenactment of age-old tales, where masked warriors roam the streets, blending faith with festivity. But beyond this, Marinduque is an oasis of calm, with its gentle coastlines, rustic villages, and the therapeutic embrace of its hot springs.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="central-luzon" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">CENTRAL LUZON CIRCUIT: CULINARY QUESTS, CRAFTS, AND COASTAL CHARMS</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="Atching Lillian Borromeo" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Atching Lillian Borromeo" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-H8LSsSAUExrbc_eshNoNBmy4YsLz3Xj-DSbWjEFokSbAOdAJHEjlfxa3up4NfTT-RLJC-qAXJUovLLLp3CsW-x8rs9-fCgVtdrXhLd04MS7NSmSzpvj-53dmwSStPIBt0vE1CaJ2h5xkpZQE-Ncpy_QAVwIaEsufC8k7OGIFJZMWsj9l9K0RYnfLo1Om/s1600/20130130-PAMPANGA-D80-0033.jpg" /></p> <p>Central Luzon, the rice granary of the Philippines, unfolds over three weeks as a tale of gastronomic delights, artisanal excellence, and coastal wonders. Start your odyssey in <strong>Pampanga</strong>, known affectionately as the <a href="https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/filipino-food-language-salcedo-juarez-1.6033994"><em>Culinary Capital</em></a>. Its kitchens, whether in grand homes or street side stalls, churn out delectable treats like <em>sisig, kare-kare</em>, and the mouth-watering <em>halo-halo</em>. The province's rich history reflects in its age-old churches and ancestral homes, each brick narrating stories of bygone eras. Moving on to <strong><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2014/04/tarlac-itinerary-travel-guide.html">Tarlac</a></strong>, the landscape changes, making way for expansive rice fields, punctuated by traditional crafts hubs. Here, artisans breathe life into wood, creating intricate sculptures, while weavers intertwine dreams into textiles. As you traverse further, <strong>Zambales</strong> beckons with its coastal allure. Its beaches, like the pristine Anawangin Cove, are a world away from the hustle, offering solace under a canopy of pine trees, while its mango orchards promise a sweet culmination to your journey.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <hr /> <p>The Philippines, with its intricate interplay of landscapes and legends, offers a world waiting to be discovered. These 21-day journeys, each distinct in its character, weave together the diverse threads of nature, culture, and history that make up this archipelago. Whether you're surrendering to the mystical allure of Siquijor, savoring the gastronomic delights of Central Luzon, or diving into the cerulean depths of Romblon, you're not just traveling; you're immersing yourself in a narrative. A narrative that resonates with the rhythms of waves, the whispers of forests, and the heartbeat of its people. Dive deep, for the Philippines promises a soul-stirring symphony that lingers long after the journey concludes.</p> <p> </p> <p><font color="#a5a5a5" face="Century Gothic">~ WORDS CONTRIBUTED BY A. LUCANUS</font></p>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-26007767950692076442023-10-10T16:39:00.010+08:002023-10-10T17:42:37.942+08:00ZAMBOANGA CITY | Pink Beach ~ Sta. Cruz Island Travel Guide<p><i><img title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Pink Beach Travel Guide" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Pink Beach Travel Guide" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGiBAO-87AaA9h19xKssoRp3nCZmj8qy17OpmSYagPDedJQyXY64AseGQGvlEwbK_Mra0EfR1SvHilcOH49zsgfXnRqk6d1jsmru9N-dj2z6Mdo_7l_jPU0xa0x3W8Cfg3xB6vBPqR3LTqT_Ea9lXFKiuSdct6f7HKXv3qhT7wIXKnMgslFhajEEIAC5ON/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0083.jpg" /></i></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p><i>“Tatay, the beach is not pink at all!”</i> exclaimed our toddler as soon as we disembarked from the boat and touched sand at Zamboanga City’s Great Sta. Cruz Island—the home of the so-called Pink Beach in the Philippines. And indeed, if you take a glancing look, our son, cannot be more right. The beach does not look pink at all, but looks rather like any other white sand beach in the country. But, why is it dubbed as one of the few pink beaches not only in the country, but in the world? Is Zamboanga’s Pink Beach really pink? Well, let’s find out.</p> <a name='more'></a> <p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ZamboangaiTravelTouristLane/" rel="nofollow"><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/AVvXsEjyaolXUnXV-cpmniurP-Fnm7IeIznhxM8ULCEzgC_PTFzwSaCXhpJ6OWE7uMm1bpN3rLyIxixhPOPoxIImZEuYwAEQYNevFs477L6KPlmaNAbTKS_jHkTjKb3wGhpYoiC0dsvyv6w_Ho0rpLb0PJN0lRNrKlIVV8vZ_HGgrhUlb8SAxIgVf7F02nudIynu/s1600/Zamboanga%20iTravel.png" /></a></p> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>ZAMBOANGA SANTA CRUZ ISLAND PINK BEACH TRAVEL GUIDE</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS ~ WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/santa-cruz-island-zamboanga-pink-beach-travel-guide.html#understand-sta-cruz-island">Understand Zamboanga Sta. Cruz Island</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/santa-cruz-island-zamboanga-pink-beach-travel-guide.html#how-to-get-to-sta-cruz-island-book-tour">How To Get To Sta. Cruz Island ~ Booking A Tour</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/santa-cruz-island-zamboanga-pink-beach-travel-guide.html#sta-cruz-island-fees">Sta. Cruz Island Fees</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/santa-cruz-island-zamboanga-pink-beach-travel-guide.html#sta-cruz-island-rules">Sta. Cruz Island Do’s & Don’t’s</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/santa-cruz-island-zamboanga-pink-beach-travel-guide.html#sta-cruz-island-travel-tips">Sta. Cruz Island Travel Tips</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/santa-cruz-island-zamboanga-pink-beach-travel-guide.html#sta-cruz-island-day-tour">Sta. Cruz Island Day Tour</a> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/santa-cruz-island-zamboanga-pink-beach-travel-guide.html#little-sta-cruz-island-sandbar">Little Sta. Cruz Island Sandbar</a> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/santa-cruz-island-zamboanga-pink-beach-travel-guide.html#sta-cruz-island-mangrove">Sta. Cruz Island Mangrove Forest Lagoon, Stingless Jellyfish, Vinta Boat Ride</a> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/santa-cruz-island-zamboanga-pink-beach-travel-guide.html#sta-cruz-island-is-it-really-pink">Great Sta. Cruz Island Pink Beach – Is It Really Pink?</a> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/santa-cruz-island-zamboanga-pink-beach-travel-guide.html#sta-cruz-island-pink-beach">Great Sta. Cruz Island Pink Beach</a> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/santa-cruz-island-zamboanga-pink-beach-travel-guide.html#seafood-lunch">Seafood Lunch</a> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/santa-cruz-island-zamboanga-pink-beach-travel-guide.html#sta-cruz-island-badjao-old-burial-grounds">Old Badjao Burial Grounds Cemetery</a> </li> </ol> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/santa-cruz-island-zamboanga-pink-beach-travel-guide.html#sta-cruz-island-map">Sta. Cruz Island Map</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/santa-cruz-island-zamboanga-pink-beach-travel-guide.html#sta-cruz-island-itinerary">Sta. Cruz Island Itinerary</a></li> </ol>   ► <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html"><strong>ZAMBOANGA TRAVEL GUIDE</strong></a> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&city=5781" rel="nofollow"><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/AVvXsEhdnBmXHAzdP2bn-yvwDHVTqFwYxUjrA77G1Pny4zNhB3YtNLOTxdFthVCIrb1_WchzlQbg0dx0o3J5PIR6Q8cvujDCJ8ZxVuCCyiXpPNq6CimZuEpjKhDeJTRkKe9EOAqiQyUXIBmGVV7xooZB_GmQSSorcfluJUirmE85FzG092igTQOUl8soJhucgzfa/s1600/Zamboanga%20Hotel%20City.png" /></a> <br /> <br /></p> <h2 id="understand-sta-cruz-island" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">UNDERSTAND ZAMBOANGA STA. CRUZ ISLAND</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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga City Boat" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga City Boat" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6twY96M4YOE-7C-THQjggt3ltFDGwMuU0ekVQxCYPhM4MQLenMWn8R2-ETzzHJDVjcmii-CfD2Kf_a0LqssYQaYXurSvm-UwxBBhUuI0g9pkuDoHKTENZ0JTH9bWt_zHzC1g4RllJ47DOqQZDklCM8rxOQmk0RrDBy7bmFx8kThZh06UHBRIqovOLuSUW/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0069.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;">A BOAT CROSSING THE WATERS BETWEEN MAINLAND ZAMBOANGA CITY AND STA. CRUZ ISLAND</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Santa Cruz Island is located four kilometers south of mainland Zamboanga City along the Basilan Strait. It’s so close, about fifteen minutes by boat, that it can actually be seen by the naked eye from Zamboanga City’s <i>Pueblo</i>, or downtown area. It’s also the backdrop for the annual <em>Regatta De Zamboanga</em> boat race held at the R.T. Lim Boulevard during the <strong><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/10/zamboanga-hermosa-festival.html">Zamboanga Hermosa Festival</a></strong>. <br /> <br />It is divided into two islands—the <strong>Grande or Great Santa Cruz Island</strong>, which is the main island, and the <strong>Little Santa Cruz Island</strong>, a small islet northwest of the main one.</p> <p><a href="https://skyscanner.pxf.io/3ed5Gk" rel="nofollow"><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/AVvXsEifjMDXBn0FvTi8d5gXgS9NRL8Cg_aZ_ZGS9ELlNaBDO0YHSZM3N5dbLYhUeIhRk3yUQ3fRvpwsuN8ueJahuY-45LF_fanaqGKiSM0FCfA37UW9Pi9d6aL_hV7QzQYB4fLl6yqrnYfvs8Pyhog6VDlbl8qoOsEqxr6QwOxVlhf6KHLzFbfDw5E75uZEqyx4/s1600/Zamboanga%20Flights.png" /></a></p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="how-to-get-to-sta-cruz-island-book-tour" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">HOW TO GET TO STA. CRUZ ISLAND ~ BOOKING A TOUR</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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga City" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Cit" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJNJnfIWn-Hm_2Dj8BdcYICS7c7-AWfRACEMyWjp0Bt_pb0g6EQiyd1v2FYlEGkiuZlBOx44VduZ_7ibVkwbixkJiF_gJiKtX5Q69FsFcKtEShHUxLmRpyDZmziocuPgnSYbHnmyyY26RZ6zkE8idq4d1i43qm0tarSVABr2t3sTQVmdYibv34GZHp0Avm/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0052.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;">SANTA CRUZ ISLAND FROM AFAR</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Getting to Zamboanga’s Pink Beach is, as our son says, <i>easy peasy</i>. There are two ways to go about booking a tour at Zamboanga’s Santa Cruz Island, where the Pink Beach is located. <br /> <br />The first one is the DIY method. You may contact the Zamboanga Tourism Office to reserve a tour, or simply head over to the Zamboanga Tourism Office in Paseo Del Mar at least one day before your tour date. <br /> <br />But, if for some reason, you were unable to reserve a slot a day before your tour date, you can chance on a slot by going directly to the tourism office in case they have still available slots for the day. Note that only 400 visitors are allowed to visit Sta. Cruz Island a day. <br /> <br /><b>Zamboanga Tourism Office:</b> islasdesta.cruz@gmail.com | +63 (062) 975-6341 | Booking time 7:00AM to 5:00PM, Daily</p> <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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga City Tourist Souvenir" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga City Tourist Souvenir" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjijLgrcxqMNCbCXAJsp5NBqVdzG8_HFjAJ_LsXEuavkYpY52G6CU_2u2LokzfcsVrwHTml6WX67IhJ-GsQ5CB8Zo9wpjZpfrXEmNP5Q4YUG-j3q2WjMUD3n2X61u9eXjxTZxDAVi22WpL-oDJHBphqc3cVgD8OW7N60ehyphenhyphenGsdIew6S9Mq13jMcKcfB7l4w/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-P9-0129.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;">REUSABLE WATER JUGS FROM ITRAVEL TOURIST LANE, SHUNNING THE USE OF PLASTIC WATER BOTTLES</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The second one is by booking a tour via accredited Zamboanga tour agencies. We had ours via iTravel Tourist Lane. This is the easiest way to go to Santa Cruz Island, they will handle everything from reserving a tour slot, paying for all the fees, and preparing a sumptuous lunch. Our <strong><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/once-islas-zamboanga-city-island-hopping.html">Once Islas Day Tour</a></strong> was also booked through them. Highly recommended. <br /> <br /><b><a href="http://www.itraveltouristlane.com/" rel="nofollow">iTravel Tourist Lane</a>:</b> +63 (995) 699-3274 | +63 (917) 722-6410 | +63 (917) 392-9474 | info@itraveltouristlane.com | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ZamboangaiTravelTouristLane/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a> </p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►EXPLORE MORE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/08/things-to-do-in-zamboanga-city.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>THINGS TO DO IN ZAMBOANGA CITY</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="sta-cruz-island-fees" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">STA. CRUZ ISLAND FEES</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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga City Pink Beach" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga City Pink Beach" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtLZ2HX1OI3nAsjcG_wk9L98Se-5woRNithQeAzH6dKdlYZBs4Vm5BKdSq80_KzafAeDY3bdPmOkORMZvVq0Wkpbp4xD0aBnR9kIoPPuDCsfigrpgrfsglyPmRIu_1MQpNL5l20vJl3gAVst7Z_HFQYYE6D5-Rf-5PhSHZHb4TtWNMnkYSkQeP_XKgDAdF/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0111.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;">SANTA CRUZ ISLAND, ZAMBOANGA CITY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Like most island tours in the Philippines, there are fees tourists need to pay when accessing the island. These are used in maintaining Santa Cruz Island and giving livelihood to the locals living there. <br /> <br />• Entrance Fee: ₱30.00 <br />• Terminal Fee: ₱5.00 <br />• Ferry to Santa Cruz (10pax): ₱1,000.00 <br />• Boat Transfer to Lagoon or Sandbar (10pax): ₱200.00 <br />• Yellow Boat for Lagoon Tour (2pax): ₱300.00 <br />• Sandbar Tour (10pax): ₱100.00 <br />• Small Cottage (10pax): ₱100.00 <br />• Medium Cottage (15pax): ₱200.00 <br />• Pavilion (30pax): ₱500.00</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►EAT: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-mee-goreng-malaysian-restaurants.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>ZAMBOANGA MEE GORENG</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="sta-cruz-island-rules" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">STA. CRUZ ISLAND DO’S & DON’T’S</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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga City Pink Beach" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga City Pink Beach" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkm2dP55q_PcqWHjIlX-YVB2zga2HBlNgMx06Ml-1Ki6MlD_uogP2a_Pdb_ICKqJgDPw8PJZJWR8k38GYQupTXToCMfidA21fik0cKzZj-YApwMtXPhZO_v7iHLLbZuUr9CHa0YQI5_CZPtdipiShsaFtpD-H0G0r_IKnf1eyi0jRpWxdsucQ_vnAmHm7F/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-P9-0153.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;">SANTA CRUZ ISLAND, ZAMBOANGA CITY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Before going to Santa Cruz Island, you will have to personally attend a briefing at Paseo Del Mar. They will discuss what you can and cannot do, and what you can and cannot bring on the island. <br /> <br />Read and know this ahead of your scheduled trip, as this will help in planning your trip to Santa Cruz Island, especially their policy regarding single-use plastics. <br /> <br />• No overnight camping <br />• No taking of sand or seashells <br />• No leaving of trash on the island. Garbage in, garbage out.  <br />• No single-use plastic bags and bottles. Put your food in microwavables or Tupperware packaging, and drinks on reusable tumblers. <br />• No vandalism of any kind is allowed. <br />• No climbing of trees allowed. <br />• No pets allowed. <br />• No alcoholic drinks allowed. <br />• No smoking or vaping allowed. <br />• No fishing allowed, fishing rods are prohibited. <br />• No washing of dishes on the beach allowed. <br />• No nudity allowed. <br />• Grilling of food is only allowed on designated areas. <br />• Loud speakers and videoke machines are allowed but need prior permits. <br />• Tours are from 7:00AM to 2:00PM, Daily.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►EAT: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-mee-goreng-malaysian-restaurants.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>ZAMBOANGA STREET FOOD</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="sta-cruz-island-travel-tips" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">STA. CRUZ ISLAND TRAVEL TIPS</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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga City Vinta" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga City Vinta" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2RrKJZ6q-oJggRhQJY0-EeSOcsv8o8E_MkLFCmDDElMmxjWJFniRxF4ZMRRv54Am9b0GkRKtdh75berSND53sCYHj_MRR3kvi2f8g9xLJBl0C0GatsrQoD5aCYXEZrwIq47WOfNsfkYVLs3RVOVXtghFg1-7jIeF0SSxQ981FQVenfccB1vE5CQLeTOGO/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0111.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;">A VINTA AT SANTA CRUZ ISLAND’S MANGROVE AREA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Know before you go. Here are some tips for things you need to know before going to Santa Cruz Island. <br /> <br />• Go early, as there is a first-come first-served rule in case the island tour is overbooked. They only allow 400 guests a day. <br />• The best time to visit Santa Cruz Island is during the summer months of March to May. <br />• Bring enough cash for souvenirs and trinkets, there are shops manned by locals selling tourist souvenirs right on the island. <br />• You can bring food and drinks, but be sure to put it on microwavable or Tupperware containers as they don’t allow single-use plastics on the island. For drinks, put it on reusable jugs or tumblers—single use pet bottles are not allowed. <br />• Bring a snorkel with you. Zamboanga’s Pink Sand Beach is a good snorkeling area. Just be careful with the current, as it gets strong at times. <br />• Bring aqua shoes if you have, the Pink Beach is littered with crushed corals that’s uncomfortable to the feet. <br />• There is no changing area in Pink Beach, but you can still bring a change of clothes just so you’d be dry on the way back to Zamboanga City. <br />• Bring a hat, sunblock, and other sun-protecting things especially when visiting the Little Santa Cruz Island Sandbar, as there is no shade on the island.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="sta-cruz-island-day-tour" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">STA. CRUZ ISLAND DAY TOUR</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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga City" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiotxAsFvK_4V2IU596q-e9yGH4D098D8MCHVk3THMBXSzOEVt2H9oTps2LmhiQ63hVVuzstmhnel-GV8m5xmmFO3nTRHc4DVfqJ6UHFGhQCxkiamjZlrgi7f7akPCrnyvwblN3boQOUEq31gbryOtr4CFSNARv0JG9JCIabaGZ0fWAupltkNCsYuaIrkME/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0107.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;">SANTA CRUZ ISLAND, WITH MAINLAND ZAMBOANGA AT THE BACKGROUND</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>I was actually surprised that there’s more to visiting Santa Cruz Island besides Zamboanga’s Pink Beach. My initial impression was that you go to Santa Cruz Island just for the Pink Beach. Well, I was wrong, there’s more to touring Santa Cruz than just the famed beach.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="little-sta-cruz-island-sandbar" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">LITTLE STA. CRUZ ISLAND SANDBAR</font></h3> <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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Sandbar" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Sandbar" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu4t-MK6vyAj9zqQL6II9nLPpKsaTwYBHgKCPzNsoFlDX3fdnJjIXFiKOABuQZ-n8X1KCd1FiwXox-zxbHxIQZxlhwwaQkJLY83hpG-5cZUoydgICSMb0jFVLe0e3EN5vR-e-zItmrnL_ljWOzEl-c6Fy2TxvhTEctXhI2rGc9auCMrMB37-nDg7zGbp4B/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0074.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;">THE SANDBAR AT LITTLE SANTA CRUZ ISLAND</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Depending on the tides, the sandbar at Little Santa Cruz Island may be your first or last stop on your Zamboanga Santa Cruz Island tour. If the tide is low during the early morning, like when we visited, then it’s gonna be your first stop.</p> <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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Sandbar" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Sandbar" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGiVuKoW0vDGIg_on0Yg2F5ELqQCem2S4W9DvnNoWGyY9g0A_rd7BUbqdlNnNXo6_o07_yOJqlPA00HFzexWYxqw9GsY3DcAANOT9o4bApqpSz9boZuvM5PZqzkZGtWlp7GDAwTdAN8h4zqiBDoU-uz4XO69fdsgNa8slGH0NJWHmTJUd0630iz2PNxMLL/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-P9-0084.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;">THE SANDBAR ALSO HAS THAT PINKISH HUE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The sandbar is about half a kilometer long and stretches from the sea up to the Little Santa Cruz Island. The sandbar is mostly made up of broken or crushed corals, remnants of dynamite fishing in the area from years past. And even at this sandbar, you can see hues of light pink on the sand, like that of the Pink Beach at the Great Santa Cruz Island. This is from crushed red organ pipe corals that litter the sand.</p> <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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Red Organ Pipe Coral" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Red Organ Pipe Coral" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHQg-SYWbpt4y0G66XJJwKY6CXamM8Wd4Rizo5BsXqDWhnC4gyi6OIW1nv9Fd2Da1JzuzyYVQX8D3DlSKZuP44fbxS6CrW8u8_wJlAPWodYW6YW8NWm-7cp6JknGweMbkp1y8aW3OVykycguJlRt4eoLUBNC3ptTXsDcIvSKshnL5yDeQzi-rsXhIR6lsi/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0116.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;">A RED ORGAN PIPE CORAL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Note, however, that as beautiful as its waters are, swimming is not allowed on the sandbar due to very strong currents. And stepping foot on Little Santa Cruz Island is off limits to tourists since it is an official Philippine military camp.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="sta-cruz-island-mangrove" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">STA. CRUZ ISLAND MANGROVE FOREST LAGOON, STINGLESS JELLYFISH, VINTA BOAT RIDE</font></h3> <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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Yellow Boat" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Yellow Boat" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTBOU8lRD7znlm5N1ZCjBhdyEvIL4y_uTd5i7jNSrJCJy5k4GetIoCye4zrXti8xGW3yTCQatlNCjTenyRQO5jpvLrkMoyWLoTOqrUS5INqFo83J38ik0ko_MPeu4fziSZXAz0aQ5G3JG0lxqQ1XCdoP5FSPnpvXkB4CAGg5p7QOGEjYGi0eQ_Q45GC9EJ/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0110.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;">YELLOW BOATS USED IN TOURING THE SANTA CRUZ MANGROVE FOREST</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>A tour of the Great Santa Cruz Island’s mangrove forest lagoon can be included with your tour of Zamboanga’s Pink Beach. It actually was our second stop. After the sandbar, we boarded a boat to the Badjao community, where we transferred to smaller Yellow Boats for a very serene boat-paddled tour of Zamboanga’s mangrove forest lagoon.</p> <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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Yellow Boat Mangrove Tour" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Yellow Boat Mangrove Tour" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwO3VNNv-L9Bhy4AU9hWH0yUvphhjKpdF8ng_Xxd1EFtLAJ1RlCibjpGU8wNSHpdiP1ZhLIzzefBYBMvPAykC3m1NWnJkb5hQdP4YTv-jq1cwWkWtJ2BN4sk_rG5-Y35figH0E5MbVh1IO6172jhnunNM9MjXHhNjJNwR1vnfiXBe9H1oTWoNTlgE99bFb/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0088.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;">UMBRELLAS ARE PROVIDED FOR TO SHADE AGAINST THE SUN</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Each boat comes with a guide that rattles off information about the mangroves interspersed with lively jokes. He also harvested fresh <i>lato</i> or sea grapes, to our toddler’s delight—it’s one of his favorite food. He quickly made a snack of it as we pushed along the mangroves.</p> <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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Yellow Boat Mangrove Tour Stingless Jellyfish" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Yellow Boat Mangrove Tour Stingless Jellyfish" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1JvvPnuRx4skAhtwT0UyKE3gUW4tMz0tcuuRSup2wsQlnz3GoXDnlqfgXlOZ2h6Yu2jAJJJrBJu8Xwd69haLP4B0EsNdk48anwcDAfX9hzrCV-DEFxDUCzQy2qq05dg-rAFVPYrA77eAl2SfhqvXaFyNVLsL3ARHeetDnbhrJYZFDe5jwNzxpodagLTYi/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-P9-0111.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;">STINGLESS JELLYFISH AT SANTA CRUZ ISLAND</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Another unique feature of the Sta. Cruz mangrove is the proliferation of upside-down jellyfish of the genus <i>Cassiopea</i>, which are surprisingly stingless. Our guide invited us touch it, with careful instructions in handling it properly.</p> <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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Yellow Boat Mangrove Tour Vinta" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Yellow Boat Mangrove Tour Vinta" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm0Nmezk6msOd_DvS-eDAD5_1KGQLqRjCDhEoJwlAgsgaxtRLYAstWZZO13rSZQZRtnqPQirJqSRFV4CykW05cTU2n6I09_82jfb5fa53B4GAN-8jhuiItsrVoj_aDnRQFPcwoGSxRENIpTu16cuo92JDpvkIpobDLYApdI7960Y3-qEkffoXX5nIlPoFG/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0099.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;">TRYING TO RIDE A VINTA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>And before exiting the mangrove forest, a colorful <i>vinta</i> boat awaited us for a ride. We all took turns, paddling the boat around an area of the lagoon, taking more than a few photos for posterity, before heading back to the Yellow Boat docking area.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="sta-cruz-island-is-it-really-pink" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">GREAT STA. CRUZ ISLAND PINK BEACH – IS IT REALLY PINK?</font></h3> <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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Pink Beach" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Pink Beach" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2tidJ1nlq_sHvkjsZUCQwQIxWHu39YS-8yuBoR4lDSv9wOQ3Eap3Ih3muPE7cpmYUEkBy4558IG-Xqt0kK7n5YbLtlFnuRpj7bYuYefz9fPyK_gqabGckdWZp5W_s7TpzbMhzzAGjW2UCU9SJxZIydcTGFXJgs9Waaz_YpDHvM4XgJ05-lmH8eBi7PLPg/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0126.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;">SANTA CRUZ ISLAND’S PINK BEACH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>And finally, it was time to visit the main draw of the tour, the Pink Beach. But before we delve further, let’s get the truth out, is Zamboanga’s Pink Beach really pink?</p> <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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Pink Beach" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Pink Beach" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_sWQIa5TBwHpzfXc1t3mWRyrCJy5SSpgHKQ8FFD3xqiaC3fWMPIvFpbE2ajKMCUfrUl86jPiEoLM1HUcTTY7Zu1KySXnZ0kwP00uY9Padn1mB0ab7O3cdRB8hGbCJ_rpIiy994WVy1w0DjOWzLoB0FF-__MgR3Wy2smwcZtaj-HCd6jR1IYfxcFIuFja1/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-P9-0136.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;">NOT REALLY BRIGHT PINK</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>I saw several photos of Zamboanga’s Pink Beach around the Internet with the sand being portrayed as bright pink. If you believe it’s <i>that</i> pink, then you’d be disappointed—those are heavily photoshopped images.</p> <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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Pink Beach" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Pink Beach" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYvZohETnZzRkHFM4LLr8ZRtEd3rdTY8hM3CsnKd7Xgz8odeHTMKIeSGupm4dXpJY_yyY1HmvKh8129kbFNUVxWmBolvvnHCYkFKu_E5ZiBY_nPvPSVCq90TdsdIMKStvVCHyVmwJqmOTTSJh6kg6LQ_R51pjus9uzA7PRsCeRyN_Eh-pnUHYlW2ecxsLx/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0138.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;">OFTENTIMES, IT LOOKS LIKE ANY ORDINARY WHITE BEACH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Upon first glance, the Pink Beach is hardly pink. It actually looks like an ordinary white sand beach, as my son says. But look longer, especially on the foreshore area, where the water rushes on and off the sand, and you’d notice a very subtle shade of pink. You’d also notice this on the beach itself when the sun hits it on certain angles.</p> <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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Pink Beach" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Pink Beach" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP-qjbtWtlqgETuHPPw8lJWwgALemNi5NJ1li0xUN5clmL7mQJm29EKqiKcsXT1Lk8PfLY7Of5TbzOkhR1dZ4n4jIB5WfRgxzndo1zMZ0iLxTfkzoSjJqRsLjOrb8AOJE1CYVyHTknMOtpnKXO0K3i-Zx-8yhur5X95jxnnPwkoxi6GDEOFhKGNHGjQzOZ/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0119.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;">CRUSHED RED ORGAN PIPE CORALS AT ZAMBOANGA’S PINK BEACH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Look closer and you’d notice why, you’d see specks of red sand—crushed red organ pipe corals (Tubipora musica)—interspersed with regular white sand. I’ve seen these on all the pink beaches I’ve visited—<a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2013/08/matnog-island-hopping-sorsogon.html">Subic Beach Sorsogon</a>, Duyos Beach Dinagat Islands, and <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/11/komodo-national-park-beaches.html">Komodo Island</a> in Indonesia. <br /> <br />And now that’s over with, let’s check out what the Pink Beach has to offer for tourists.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="sta-cruz-island-pink-beach" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">GREAT STA. CRUZ ISLAND PINK BEACH</font></h3> <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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Pink Beach" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Pink Beach" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsQbEMsNStIESgEId9lHcXHbU5NRa1eIASoNKC3zBcjyKWinUuYgXbgcTb0az_PiIC-2ZlGYKe0LWBDrDfWEl1v2oDQ6IEzfsmrazPBTjzgFjfmR-HJ0dD6RtOC-5OKNge6iUTV2PR6S4lbPfpi4QFKLtCdOU3bnTmC4Dg1dqN9vCl3yWKXJsXwAjCkO65/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0147.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;">SANTA CRUZ ISLAND PINK BEACH’S SHADED TOURIST AREA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Zamboanga’s Pink Beach stretches for around 360 meters. It’s actually longer than that, but most tourists stay within that main area as the huts and pavilions are located on those front.</p> <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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Pink Beach" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Pink Beach" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXqOwsdbyy1nlvR9Xm9vaeGsFOkhbFjB84_j2Wc2jAh7fums6aLr9Bc9VFnfjhseZmpiNoRecOCZiXbwK5H6TqO5QhMlfnYQPkgiGv3qutBPT7wy1XKyD5G41SSjwruettINteOzGtAidlHbvabH-IrclNKN6uXZxH-nvsxdMDqv3lk0Hx81FYkFTXRu30/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0146.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;">THE SAND AT THE PINK BEACH IS FINE, BUT HAS BROKEN CORALS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The sand is quite fine, though not as fine as those in <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/04/boracay-white-beach-travel-guide.html">Boracay White Beach</a>, and is mixed with bits of broken corals that can be painful if stepped on. The seabed has a relatively steep slope so swim close to the shore if you’re not good at swimming. Also, during our stay, the water current was pretty strong, so take caution when snorkeling far from the shore.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►EXPLORE MORE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/10/boracay-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BORACAY TRAVEL GUIDE</strong></font></a></center> <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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Pink Beach" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Pink Beach" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiekD5021c6wKPHJbOkzPSFvtQfqPs2pg9FDYK5M8Mh4zdKoYeNHVnpaPHHEwC1eYSrz50BOULQ9MbRm0DCNql6KC5BNHY6PB2PhF3TxxCS4IqaKrxnIoF9EOqODX0wKhOSjBnDtQCdWodtL2UHmqhwwNhrMOE799Os4gJfEQgNsWoDoH577pno4IC24uiQ/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0114.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;">PINK BEACH’S I ♥ ZAMBOANGA SIGN</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>There’s an <b>I </b><b>♥ ZAMBOANGA</b> sign on the western side of the beach, which is a popular spot for selfies in the Pink Beach. And I also saw <i>vintas</i> being rented out to tourists near the area.</p> <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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Pink BeachSanta Cruz Island Zamboanga Pink Beach Souvenir Stalls" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Pink Beach Souvenir Stalls" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBLNV2BY1QtEskJJhLbzyxopJ7kip4eFHTVGIVGor_wqzpXs94mI8ajwOaFS8_5vjpHe9xiaNdWL1nQoIyJZqdh8hGZ_p3O6WfSyl3ke-gW4BQgFw0oNzaJFo7N0BTRKTPAEn0Mu5PdmFFy7oNJQyONbDtn5v0PA0CXJf6Uj7T7b55-OIG4ujL7U0Qs3BR/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0145.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;">VENDORS SELLING JEWELRIES AND TRINKETS ON PINK BEACH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>On the center of the tree-covered part of the beach are stalls selling jewelries, trinkets, and souvenirs.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="seafood-lunch" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">SEAFOOD LUNCH</font></h3> <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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Pink Beach Huts" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Pink Beach Huts" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwWAqe5vCzoZYyX64X2djZo5efj0dB1Op1tgsO_FDEOhy-wWCDa_mVV4PAAOiuzKPnptUdmVZ0j6JvD3RotSZlYqdCMz9BRrkVIdJxi6JFcaWtqjNuWQuol2UcjvnOoDOmNWNOhhsIrhIu6Kbrc7uA_PMBb7rInzN87z_zfW2sc59gh8MhzW-eM2AQqozk/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-P9-0139.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;">OUR LUNCH HUT AT ZAMBOANGA PINK BEACH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Aside from bringing your own food in Santa Cruz Island, DIY travelers also have the option of buying lunch at the seafood vendors on the island. There is no restaurant, but these vendors can grill the food for you. <br /> <br />Us, we booked our Santa Cruz Island tour via iTravel Tourist Lane and lunch was already bundled with it. </p> <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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Pink Beach Seafood Lunch" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Pink Beach Seafood Lunch" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD4W7_vwn0uhTt5EXNM651Vd_FtpIzZwW67DQqoWNQlw_z1ktgkFsFMTEFF4W1wnb78thEIrXidR4nT_bN4hJaVqe5r70iENsErIjttmeJjWiS7dA9xiJJIuZtrOMsuvtPJZOMnIjQzY98WJ4N8FC4I71Y5iuRxKOhMv4-O0QtokJDZ_3FtUpsS43P2Q1F/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-P9-0141.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;">SUPERB SEAFOOD LUNCH PROVIDED BY ITRAVEL TOURIST LANE</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Upon returning to the hut reserved to us after swimming, we were greeted with a generous spread of steamed shrimp and crabs; grilled fish, chicken, and squid; fresh fruits; and, Alavar sauce for dipping that really elevated the dishes. I can honestly say that it was one of the best seafood meals I’ve had in Zamboanga.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►EAT MORE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-food-trip.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>WHERE TO EAT IN ZAMBOANGA</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="sta-cruz-island-badjao-old-burial-grounds" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">OLD BADJAO BURIAL GROUNDS CEMETERY</font></h3> <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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Old Badjao Burial Grounds Cemetery" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Old Badjao Burial Grounds Cemetery" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7pYbwOhcDzx8ETHE2F1W8lCwIKDwukkxlq0M1DLh2rhApXtIzkVxviz54z0pn_KLDku14Je64ohHiFt2a2Of5Iifjy6q90BDUYjQMlj_xKdgpgMyLNqVqZ3bOUEDdn54DoIB9ibCx-SF6kZUNWHpfey17funVsBGxcv58OwB1AZezY6UlJtTW9iIsZj9H/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0127.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;">SANTA CRUZ ISLAND OLD BADJAO BURIAL GROUND</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Before heading back downtown, we visited the Old Badjao Burial Grounds on Santa Cruz Island. It was a few minutes away by foot on the eastern side of the Pink Beach.</p> <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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Old Badjao Burial Grounds Cemetery" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Old Badjao Burial Grounds Cemetery" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBcnKyhhNykrET9rdKzkfJFxft-EzFeH8vVLQnPt_0SIcp4x2C-b7f6m1upbF5OdHRb8cFhsCGVQQwndScNOnERnIfqOtP6zhRjnpxFocWnfdqU-EwjTegfeSXz4R9ZNK-j7hfozpqvyVarYUagEB33ywPHrOhZ-d4rtrjEKrXpi1t0Wi7ITj7L78PEDQV/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0125.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;">WOODEN EFFIGIES AS GRAVE MARKERS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Located just right by the beach, shaded by <em>balete</em> and <em>calacuchi</em> trees, the cemetery silently sits. Covered with a thick carpet of dry leaves, it has no crosses or images you’d associate with Christian cemeteries since Badjaos, before converting to Islam, were pagans. The burial grounds are marked by wooden effigies, some of them on boats—signifying their kinship to the sea as a nomadic seafaring tribe. A few of the effigies have cloth on their heads, marking them as a high-ranking individual.</p> <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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Old Badjao Burial Grounds Cemetery" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Old Badjao Burial Grounds Cemetery" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD6yDMVfh2qCmb-axDaO2jHVGrTmsVtZkPIyVP8AJm5uNr9cqgvYSUPE2UeKTov77x1NalWEZHAnd-csFyjoLnKmwFCNarJONg7sGbqwW0Bldn5XMeiEjWfnmJ1BR_6RuFDA1bguPIfPy6TatnZSZ1CPg_xCym9Bxxz0U8N_cuME5sxvRl_snVmvhp4Hze/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0120.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;">A NON-BADJAO GRAVE IN THE CEMETERY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>There are also some stone and concrete grave markers, which are not associated with the Badjaos, but probably from Tausug and Sama Bangingi tribes.</p> <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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Old Badjao Burial Grounds Cemetery" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Old Badjao Burial Grounds Cemetery" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2A_fF3Y4PfmqMpPk6yUk304o_k8wZLu1RtfiInsmOkz8cM9ZyrBn3eHCO8CXANpd3hF4KwNdRwwQ_61T82_WJRAIEo7P8if6VpiDMZHkK_lZKgfb-pNULTys8a_eSNYEJEXDtp8yr1eFHyUtBQevIIkaMkiEY8cRhM0steJ0d4fHsPvnLArJ6ll4z5Fx-/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0122.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;">AN OLD WOOD INSCRIBED WITH A SYMBOL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>As of now, the oldest existing grave with inscription hasn’t really been declared yet, while the newest one is from 1974. The local government, wanting to preserve the cemetery, has since disallowed the use of the burial ground, giving the Badjaos a newer burial ground on another area on the island.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="sta-cruz-island-map" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">STA. CRUZ ISLAND MAP</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Tourist Map" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Tourist Map" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijoAFC0-hEMt1YGWZ8vMMmeKIUKcshe241058nZCdNpz-XhTzEkNv2_-JyQQQXkgLrNYupUsOEQFPiDBVUnuWY8UDgIQu-4fJq0d5hi92zdZTCJ88C39IgCjW74UvicrMnemG5yClq3sW1uLtwDQlrmRQLpa_19mSfi-jK24gzxUYRzaa0Lbh9ZLzSrG0a/s1600/Sta%20Cruz%20Island%20Map.jpg" /></p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="sta-cruz-island-itinerary" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">STA. CRUZ ISLAND ITINERARY</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 title="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Mangrove Forest" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Santa Cruz Island Zamboanga Mangrove Forest" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOrHUzZ05HhI9gv0jWkqI_5woOw_76jFvDKmc3XlNW0qRj8vrY-2JQU3T1mD5TckpWrj6TKgfrfZvuid4lLo5vw9Htqv3EqsM_VCxyEoBW6sPyVA_nREIMn68igCAS69peVWHKP2s2Y9_vyAXzy0thoJNivPApRBWS6WsPLxxOcW20nfe3pN0Hbz6w6rjI/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0089.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;">SANTA CRUZ ISLAND MANGROVE AREA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">07:00AM</font></strong> • Arrive at Paseo Del Mar in Zamboanga City <br /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">07:30AM</font></strong> • Sta. Cruz Island briefing and orientation <br /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">08:00AM</font></strong> • Depart for Sta. Cruz Island <br /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">08:15AM</font></strong> • Arrive and explore Little Santa Cruz Island Sandbar <br /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">08:30AM</font></strong> • Arrive at Yellow Boat docking area <br />                    • Explore Mangrove lagoon <br />                    • Eat sea grapes <br />                    • Sail on a vinta <br /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">09:30AM</font></strong> • Arrive at Zamboanga Pink Beach <br />                    • Swim and snorkel <br />                    • Lounge on the beach <br />                    • Explore the beach <br />                    • Buy souvenirs <br /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">12:00PM</font></strong> • Lunch <br /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">01:00PM</font></strong> • Explore Old Badjao Burial Ground Cemetery <br /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">02:00PM</font></strong> • Depart to Zamboanga City Downtown</p> <br /> <br /> <p><img style="margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8V_PLkKdax3zI-lJNVd2p0FoWFVd17rFyqrgbbXP-Iwag4bF0AQ12A7Ezopzb5i5BpUX6PHvfUy1VRo-YIcT0aVsnZt-ay2VPt7hdaV9UPslNshMAUaHPufK0Ct-ZKXYVS4v1RGDkDgVD/s1600/Zamboanga+Location+Map.jpg" align="left" /></p> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">iTravel Tourist Lane Zamboanga Tours</font></strong> <br />Address: Mayor Jaldon St., Canelar, Zamboanga City  <br />Contact Number: (0917) 724-3199 <br />Email: info@itraveltouristlane.com  <br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ZamboangaiTravelTouristLane/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.itraveltouristlane.com/" rel="nofollow">Website</a>  <br clear="all" /></p> <p><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/search/label/Zamboanga%20City+2023?max-results=8"><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/AVvXsEjBdkU7vw6oYwZyBbFf1AYTfFuqQ_mTAk4qLZqIMNrgmjPw8hA0OUHQFdhEY2Jh5rTzIeZqYe-hraFJ00CJQTovgZI1Mo_glgtkYzz8c7_MZJAHxWOBJQbO8JJaSiKwvLpJ4pzmaG2QlZfiJDTAR3cABqky_K5Y1Np8xL-IAsuJySRkR-FO0qUD-VQAl0Yr/s1600/FOLLOW.png" /></a></p>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-28098377686045127942023-09-30T15:57:00.005+08:002023-10-29T20:53:24.313+08:00ZAMBOANGA CITY | 2023 Once Islas Travel Guide + Itinerary + Map<p><img title="Once Islas Tour Zamboanga City" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Tour Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPw6PcpOSoDoAfIAv_v3BWDts5etvZqJfc7V_r3dyyAaHBiEBJzwN9-1I3Cm_qlUx5AVKPrsZLsNN_0SH1wuKZCcpeQCb2TNHgW15rjv9wxqnY49xtvEshYIgDAThZa1KpRFSkL2BSzVr7/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0027.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p>“I’m glad I brought my snorkel.” I whispered to myself as our wooden boat slowed near the white sandy shore of Once Isla’s Bisaya-Bisaya Island in Zamboanga City. The water, deep green with hints of cerulean, was clear as crystal. I can see all the way to its coral-ridden bottom—I wanted to jump right there and then. I tried to get my camera from my bag to take a photo, but was just too darn clumsy, our boat’s bow was already crunching down on the sand as I freed it from my bag.</p> <p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ZamboangaiTravelTouristLane/" rel="nofollow"><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/AVvXsEjyaolXUnXV-cpmniurP-Fnm7IeIznhxM8ULCEzgC_PTFzwSaCXhpJ6OWE7uMm1bpN3rLyIxixhPOPoxIImZEuYwAEQYNevFs477L6KPlmaNAbTKS_jHkTjKb3wGhpYoiC0dsvyv6w_Ho0rpLb0PJN0lRNrKlIVV8vZ_HGgrhUlb8SAxIgVf7F02nudIynu/s1600/Zamboanga%20iTravel.png" /></a></p> <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 title="Zamboanga Hermosa Festival" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Zamboanga Hermosa Festival" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6OCXFF9XBbLKKnXaFUJTJRGmh0CKJJhhjUGvGJ9YBMvzCXqnGB7tB0SfYnyGo5cQa5M5tOLtDSywG2Qaj4j8QZvi5-m3KBGVQOUFWHBYGWCxugA6teOn8AOT1NW2gb6gLTxcL6aKg-b_8/s1600/20181011-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0121.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;">ZAMBOANGA HERMOSA FESTIVAL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Island hopping in Zamboanga City was the last thing on my mind when our plane landed on the city’s airport tarmac. We were here to witness the <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/10/zamboanga-hermosa-festival.html"><strong>Zamboanga Hermosa Festival</strong></a><font face="Century Gothic"><strong> </strong></font>and eat—spell <i>curacha</i> and <i>lechon</i>. Yum! But yes, the city, indeed, has its share of white sandy paradise—well, pink to be more precise—with the nearby <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/santa-cruz-island-zamboanga-pink-beach-travel-guide.html"><strong>Zamboanga Santa Cruz Island</strong></a>. But really, that’s about it. Or so I thought.</p> <a name='more'></a> <br /><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&city=5781" rel="nofollow"><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/AVvXsEhdnBmXHAzdP2bn-yvwDHVTqFwYxUjrA77G1Pny4zNhB3YtNLOTxdFthVCIrb1_WchzlQbg0dx0o3J5PIR6Q8cvujDCJ8ZxVuCCyiXpPNq6CimZuEpjKhDeJTRkKe9EOAqiQyUXIBmGVV7xooZB_GmQSSorcfluJUirmE85FzG092igTQOUl8soJhucgzfa/s1600/Zamboanga%20Hotel%20City.png" /></a> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>ONCE ISLAS ZAMBOANGA TRAVEL GUIDE</strong> <br />WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/once-islas-zamboanga-city-island-hopping.html#understand-once-islas">Understand Once Islas</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/once-islas-zamboanga-city-island-hopping.html#open-to-the-public">Open To The Public</a> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/once-islas-zamboanga-city-island-hopping.html#getting-there-tour">Getting There & Booking A Tour</a> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/once-islas-zamboanga-city-island-hopping.html#once-islas-fees">Once Islas Fees</a> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/once-islas-zamboanga-city-island-hopping.html#rules-guidelines">Rules & Guidelines</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/once-islas-zamboanga-city-island-hopping.html#once-islas-travel-tips">Once Islas Travel Tips</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/once-islas-zamboanga-city-island-hopping.html#where-to-eat-once-islas">Where To Eat In Once Islas</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/once-islas-zamboanga-city-island-hopping.html#once-islas-islands">Once Islas, The Islands</a> <ol> <br /> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/once-islas-zamboanga-city-island-hopping.html#bisaya-bisaya-island">Bisaya-Bisaya Island</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/once-islas-zamboanga-city-island-hopping.html#bisaya-bisaya-tidal-pool">Bisaya-Bisaya Natural Tidal Pool</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/once-islas-zamboanga-city-island-hopping.html#sirommon-island">Sirommon Island</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/once-islas-zamboanga-city-island-hopping.html#bauang-bauang-island">Bauang-Bauang Island</a></li> </ol> </li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/once-islas-zamboanga-city-island-hopping.html#2023-island-hopping-update">2023 Island Hopping Update</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/once-islas-zamboanga-city-island-hopping.html#once-islas-map">Once Islas Map</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/once-islas-zamboanga-city-island-hopping.html#once-islas-itinerary">Once Islas Itinerary</a></li> </ol> <br />  <strong>► </strong><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html"><strong>ZAMBOANGA TRAVEL GUIDE</strong></a>          <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br /> <p><a href="https://skyscanner.pxf.io/3ed5Gk" rel="nofollow"><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/AVvXsEifjMDXBn0FvTi8d5gXgS9NRL8Cg_aZ_ZGS9ELlNaBDO0YHSZM3N5dbLYhUeIhRk3yUQ3fRvpwsuN8ueJahuY-45LF_fanaqGKiSM0FCfA37UW9Pi9d6aL_hV7QzQYB4fLl6yqrnYfvs8Pyhog6VDlbl8qoOsEqxr6QwOxVlhf6KHLzFbfDw5E75uZEqyx4/s1600/Zamboanga%20Flights.png" /></a></p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="understand-once-islas" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">UNDERSTAND ONCE ISLAS ZAMBOANGA</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 title="Once Islas Zamboanga" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Zamboanga" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijDYquINLP0lMrHuxkZhyz07-8zDcTh4DgHenEBGl88NhICF4HreSw5gVvYt6vChf61iCwAFt17Hh1ZZ7woC7SDynDTJ_3tUzgMtKI2KLqp8qjzZwpm3D-FaHUgyadNTfpRyZF6ivuRz2GPUmTfwtD21G4ryOBgbYHeXm3f3KdX0WTHVuubEvak9GpFoin/s1600/20230430-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0035.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;">ONCE ISLAS IN ZAMBOANGA CITY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Once Islas is actually still part of Zamboanga City. It’s location is shared by Barangay Panubigan and Dita, and is situated forty kilometers northeast of the city proper along the Moro Gulf. It took us about an hour by rented van to reach its jump off point in Panubigan. <br /> <br />Once Islas, translated from Chavacano, literally means eleven islands. These are Bisaya-Bisaya, Sirommon, Bauang-Bauang, Buh-Buh, Sallangan, Simaddang, Lambang-Lambang, Baguias, Kabugan, Panganak, and Lampinigan. <br /> <br />Most, if not all, of these islands have white sandy beaches. Some are small uninhabited islets, but a few have residents—I even saw a mosque on Buh-Buh Island.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►EAT: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-mee-goreng-malaysian-restaurants.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>ZAMBOANGA MEE GORENG</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="open-to-the-public" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">NOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC</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 title="Once Islas Tour Zamboanga City" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Tour Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnPBASO_4ceP80NkbLTo75JTdbbNSGX4P41mRdMfqxOFqafF5WRNOUMKuxnrIfwIWot2j6Z3X-0JlNNug153_uI-zCDxnvRHuPWhW0nBsI_QzWZxY6GmTOZMrAGVVtj8Rd4y5Rcl62dgcL/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0061.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;">ONCE ISLAS REOPENS TO TOURISTS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>2018 saw the opening of Zamboanga Once Islas to the public. It was off-limits the year before, after intrepid backpackers looking for new <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/08/things-to-do-in-zamboanga-city.html"><strong>places to see in Zamboanga</strong></a> started to pour in. Caught unprepared from the influx of visitors, the local government decided to close down the islands until proper guidelines and preparation has been set for both the locals living there and visiting tourists. <br /> <br />Once Islas, was again closed off to tourism during the <strong>Covid19 Pandemic</strong>, but has since reopened its doors once the pandemic restrictions has been lifted. <br /> <br />However, as of this writing, only two of the eleven islands are open as island hopping destinations, Bisaya-Bisaya and Baung-Baung. Previously, Sirommon and Buh-Buh are also open for tourists. Plans on reopening them are currently in the works.</p> <p><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►EAT MORE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-city-street-food.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>ZAMBOANGA STREET FOOD</strong></font></a></p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="getting-there-tour" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">GETTING THERE & BOOKING A TOUR</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 title="Once Islas Zamboanga City" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwZGzQzkhNXuD7US9pIHDBjEleLM4BRwtGnQNB6Rprp0hkyD0s_5ZNhYMsj8hu2Qm_B_5MZhLcYsaDa0vCvNhNTwBC7WjCfVty4y3x7qFhxnWoBdqSERLSVij4EhyphenhyphenHVQOt_y1n-TO9casF/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0020.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;">HOW TO GET TO ONCE ISLAS FROM ZAMBOANGA CITY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>It is possible to visit Zamboanga City’s Once Islas DIY. Pre-register at least a day in advance at the Zamboanga City Tourism Office along Paseo del Mar before heading to Barangay Panubigan. <br /> <br />• Check for an Once Islas tour slot, since they only allow 200 visitors a day, via onceislas@gmail.com or by calling the City Tourism Office +63 (62) 975-6341. Ask help from your hotel if you’re gonna call, since all they have is a landline. <br />• Once you get an available slot, the city tourism office will send you a booking acknowledgement via text or email to pay for entrance and environmental fees. <br />• You will then receive a confirmation slip once payment has been made, which you would need to present at the Once Islas registration area in Barangay Panubigan on your tour day. <br /> <br />To commute to Barangay Panubigan, board a Pagadian or Ipil-bound bus at the Zamboanga City bus terminal. Ask to be brought down at the Panubigan Crossing (₱50.00), then ride a van or <em>habal-habal</em> to the barangay hall <font size="1"><a href="https://goo.gl/maps/afPyt1EjkQy" rel="nofollow">[GPS MAP 7.1326561,122.2472173]</a></font> (₱20.00). Travel time is about an hour.</p> <p><strong>Zamboanga Tourism Office<font face="Century Gothic">:</font></strong><font face="Century Gothic"></font> Paseo del Mar | +63 (62) 975-6341 | onceislas@gmail.com | asiaslatincitytourism@yahoo.com</p> <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 title="Once Islas Bobo Island" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Bobo Island" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_xSxDX5FA7HiWAlq9WFutancm9Ap2Lr6HvIJ1isS-ja3_O_cM_ZUnEGwJOHqDZx9t3GeT0UCS2YEGSBrR5E1zx9l2kfSthU2DJ-aZ-xdlCKDTj8DetbnYDi081lKLhCm627XbZtbhQbrp/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0054.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;">A MOSQUE AT BUH BUH ISLAND IN ONCE ISLAS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Us, we took the easier route and booked via one of the accredited tour agencies for Zamboanga Once Islas. They took care of our permits, entrance and environmental fees, boat rentals, local guides, hiking fees, and kayak and cottage rentals. Easy. This is also good if you want a shared tour.</p> <p><a href="http://www.itraveltouristlane.com/"><strong>I Travel Tourist Lane</strong></a>: +63 (995) 699-3274 | +63 (917) 722-6410 | +63 (917) 392-9474 | info@itraveltouristlane.com </p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="once-islas-fees" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">ONCE ISLAS FEES</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 title="Once Islas Zamboanga" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Zamboanga" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhak2wYGZU0TuexDgVgTE1vZD_TvXB2mZQWpeNvl_g0NaJguxYs5wobzMOCK5mcgD9mIhaJRq2zOxHx89FEiigwIFkeumU_MBS3FAeaVIfdFe6cIoaOsbMgT51CrC5w7NbJJZkuuJ9Lpmgo/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0065.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;">ONCE ISLAS FEES</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>There are numerous fees to pay when visiting Once Islas. These are, of course, used in maintaining the islands and giving locals livelihood from tourism—in turn, making everything sustainable.</p> <p> </p> <p>Entrance Fee: ₱100.00 per person <br />Environmental Fee: ₱100.00 per person <br />Cottage Fee: ₱150.00 <br />Boat Rental Fee: ₱1,200.00 to ₱2,000.00 maximum of nine person <br />Guide Fee: ₱300.00 per group <br />Cottage Fee: ₱150.00 per day <br />Hiking Fee in Sirommon: ₱50.00 per person <br />Kayak Rental in Bisaya-Bisaya: ₱300.00 per hour, good for two persons</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="rules-guidelines" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">ONCE ISLAS RULES & GUIDELINES</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 title="Once Islas Tour Zamboanga City" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Tour Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNsMpZcBksEL66y5xviVJRvMJCW7-wqC6XzwhnoFkqV8s85Dl6oC3swcoJkI1Vy87KtS7S2Yi7FqiQYGYuyyD-bxOwTWZdp1bcauqXkySHq7NmAinQK4bVt0gQ6Eu1Xjy0mGJmbr4DidK9/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0034.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;">TOURIST BOATS TO ONCE ISLAS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Before actually riding a boat, we were briefed at the Panubigan Barangay Hall about the islands. What we can do—swim, kayak, snorkel, trek; and what we shouldn’t do—litter, smoke, and grill pork. Yes, pork. You can actually bring ready-to-eat pork meals, but you can’t and shouldn’t grill any pork, let alone roast an entire <i>lechon</i>, on the islands as respect to the Muslim <em>Sama Banguingui</em> community that lives there. Since Once Islas tourism is still on its early stages, paddle boarding and scuba diving are still prohibited, but they are planning to include these in the future. <br /> <br />As of now, only day tours are allowed from 7:00AM to 3:00PM, everyday except Fridays—which is a holy day for our Muslim brethren. Needless to say, overnight tours and camping are still not allowed in Once Islas. Visitors are limited up to two hundred persons per day only. </p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="once-islas-travel-tips" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">ONCE ISLAS TRAVEL TIPS</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 title="Once Islas Zamboanga" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Zamboanga" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht-dueYEIL77SlyWAYtT-m0m6L7E99N8Zg86mnTN-RqrJC8kbGH7vsMpAK7wEzx2y2aXRsAOIRB9BSyuEdJ6LRngedZnd_3-w4ihZbiQzwkKPDZw-QgtNKVft71bv9vCTc3w3tdDCznCj3F5MECjfs7yrJsDgPucFa116UdUdHzIXxmI2_H7A32OgN2lni/s1600/20230430-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0032.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;">TRAVEL TIPS FOR THOSE GOING TO ONCE ISLAS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>• The best time to visit Once Islas is during the summer months of March to May, to fully appreciate its beauty. <br />• If you’re planning to visit Buh-Buh Island, be sure you have something to cover your skin, or dress conservatively, as there’s a Muslim community that resides there. <br />• Bring enough cash with you, there are no ATMs along the area of Once Islas. <br />• Bring a snorkel with you, Once Islas have good snorkeling areas. <br />• You may bring a change of clothes if you're gonna swim, there are changing rooms available near the Barangay Panubigan jump off point.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="where-to-eat-once-islas" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">WHERE TO EAT IN ONCE ISLAS</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 title="Once Islas Zamboanga Food" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Zamboanga Food" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYJ2WwdlRUoGV73zHsbFAVnvLcyU10h8z5BL4awZlQncd7J4huWozysiwSYOBWDisP_gMdPL5tfgTRVUbrI4CIJuUiedbPqb6ChtmHN1Z9VAo-ffEVvAk8_BEeD6R0-icADDT0KhAMz6zYJyFZxsYMPbarNFzRvIjg8gNQUF7AVMH_9wXo_qEh-MzCiwCR/s1600/20230430-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0023.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;">SEAFOOD BOODLE FIGHT LUNCH AT ONCE ISLAS ZAMBOANGA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>There are actually no food places, restaurants, or even eateries in Once Islas. <br /> <br />If you’re doing your tour DIY, you can bring your own food. Pork is allowed as long as you will not cook it onsite. Another option is by including food in your tour via the Zamboanga Tourism Office when you schedule your tour. You can also buy fresh seafood from local residents just before you ride the boat, you just have to add a ₱50.00 cooking fee. <br /> <br />If you're taking a tour via accredited tour agencies like <strong>iTravel Tourist Lane</strong>, there's no need to bring food. They will provide more than enough food and drinks for lunch. Besides lunch, snacks are also provided for, like steamed corn and fresh buko juice.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►EAT MORE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-food-trip.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>WHERE TO EAT IN ZAMBOANGA</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="once-islas-islands" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">ONCE ISLAS, THE ISLANDS</font></h2> <hr /> <p>Here’s what to expect on the islands that are open for tourists to explore for the Once Islas island hopping tour. Upon first glance, the islands seem to be similar to each other, but upon spending time on each one, I soon discovered that each island has unique characteristics—some has hiking activities, one has a natural tidal pool, another has rock formations, viewing decks, snorkeling areas, sandbars, and so on.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="bisaya-bisaya-island" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">BISAYA-BISAYA ISLAND</font></h3> <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 title="Once Islas Bisaya-Bisaya Island" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Bisaya-Bisaya Island" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkbr6zEnOMYu5D90nyNBtLwm0Vie-qyxFIU11dgRmXlR7LRoi4felQkUxvYFOe99P2yfg3Eyl2LPl8x7Bk_3NToY7oIn8EStWBHSCEpgT5tkez_lx6LhE-Rhc6SE5Se6K3Zc_EFMWV35za/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0024.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;">BISAYA BISAYA ISLAND’S MAIN BEACH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>From the Panubigan Barangay Hall, we walked for a few minutes to the Panubigan Ferry Terminal, the jump off for Once Islas island hopping adventure in Zamboanga City. And we didn’t have to wait long before the first and southernmost island on our itinerary appeared on the horizon.</p> <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 title="Once Islas Bisaya-Bisaya Island" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Bisaya-Bisaya Island" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY9Vv9dEQFCTr09CmIiZ4-ptyKtm6uwbzBD8uY4CDUCJ0qkIVw0RHYrqI2eLV2qmlF4U8InLhH3JjK66y7oMK_GUUGqb-nC9F4O2X2ZN2tFMKyd9dr1BJ5AOyqOmVuvZvyMBKY1hOnU6zI/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0017.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;">BISAYA-BISAYA IS ACTUALLY THE NAME OF A BEACH IN VISA ISLAND</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Passing four other islets, Bisaya-Bisaya Island’s white beach shone bright against the emerald waters that surround it. A colorful <em>vinta</em> sail, thrust right on the beach, flapped against the sea breeze as we jumped from our boat. Coconut trees swayed, bordering the beach, with a couple of open huts sheltered right below. On foot, we circled parts of the island, jumping over sharp rocks to marvel at the wind-carved rock formations on the eastern part of Bisaya-Bisaya. Formally named Visa Island, it got its moniker after Visayan fishermen who used to frequent its waters.</p> <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 title="Once Islas Bisaya-Bisaya Island" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Bisaya-Bisaya Island" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfa5g-7Tps7C5QMuVYNsyTUaEYkAcEU2F0oePzYgNNWju3pmLJV-CFzh9hKmkY5oj8lHsFWBfnc2pqfxn5w-HpPoJOIdwJ06qygJoFqpp3-V26LRxPu56vc5QYmby-Jw-BjhVCjzKfu1S_/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0009.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;">A QUICK HIKE AROUND BISAYA-BISAYA ISLAND TO SEE ITS ROCK FORMATIONS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <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 title="Once Islas Bisaya-Bisaya Island Snorkeling" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px 2px 7px 3px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Bisaya-Bisaya Island Snorkeling" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjASWrchOMdZ56xN0Y710dSpa4ieegrbjnqGX_YINkBAPLyLF2TyJGn6ACN-OtkFuBaIqO8tQmmXWTG5CQioH0pFnVgTkUTq3JvyXz4AQlMr-hBvyR6LdI9qT97_OfAGHXa4P2ULqcV_jrp/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-HERO5-0024.jpg" width="348" height="523" /><img title="Once Islas Bisaya-Bisaya Island Kayaking" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 7px 2px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Bisaya-Bisaya Island Kayaking" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1-jmAQtcegTc730VfVBbBFxosuhokxUUkT5aRWO4wlkKCXm2j-uEFQAffXK1M3zg5NsUeCEBtXfcB96Q6JKEnkAe7ZBzXRzmk80zDaUNkeSQlo6ys_ekKprDoKNXVO4Vp2wPeemUVjJ9u/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-HERO5-0053.jpg" width="348" height="523" /></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;">SNORKELING AND KAYAKING AT BISAYA-BISAYA ISLAND</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Back on the beach, a serving of fresh coconuts and steamed corn cobs awaited us. I took a sip and one quick bite before running towards the sea, my snorkel in tow. Warm waters soon enveloped me, the bed transforming from white sand to a profusion of corals. Colorful fishes gawked at me before swimming away until I reached a sea wall that dropped to nothingness.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="bisaya-bisaya-tidal-pool" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">BISAYA BISAYA ISLET TIDAL POOL</font></h3> <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 title="Once Islas Bisaya-Bisaya Island Tidal Pool" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Bisaya-Bisaya Island Tidal Pool" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEialvBGYqQSUBHHVvEuSGwHCv26Z3u6SZAoSJd3O6mLTuL8eyvKOn_SEmJvzGXCfDTPt0MKjNSAkyD2KJuspfm80-Ssl8XJz2Srpki36STCUAs8GHGwBdbTdvKUJjhePX83WuHTL13w_u6Z/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0036.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;">A NATURAL TIDAL POOL ON ONE OF THE THREE ISLETS OF BISAYA-BISAYA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Before going, we crossed a tidal flats to access one of the two satellite islets of Bisaya-Bisaya. We’re checking out its natural tidal pool. A dip and a flatlay drone shot was definitely in order. <br /> <br />The tidal pool sits right to a rocky drop on the islet and has a depth of about two to three feet. We spent about fifteen minutes here before moving to our next destination.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="sirommon-island" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">SIROMMON ISLAND (SIRUMON)</font></h3> <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 title="Once Islas Sirumon Island Zamboanga City" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Sirumon Island Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmhEpNf0BpglO8L_TTWy6CX_khhPyCY-v6tWCrf8aErhOd7fZsu9a0h8HuoFiOBR0iZF4vUa-DwMMqR-MrdDGIUdaS-CXPeLJwGSICRHtZgUEGoTSxYMWY-_XUMeHvQtBvf6GaB4Xi1GbZ/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0044.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;">SIRUMON ISLAND OR SIROMMON ISLAND, DEPENDS ON WHO YOU ASK</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Sailing northwards, our boats traversed the waters of Buh-Buh Island (where we saw a mosque right on Buh-Buh Beach), Bugias Island, and Kablingan Island. We then landed on one of the northernmost island in the group, Panganaban Island, more popularly known as Sirommon Island.</p> <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 title="Once Islas Sirumon Island Zamboanga City" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Sirumon Island Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijYa2LIDnmoHq5GHx3KyVXrUcDzFI7-N7zW0Y04RsPWHUEpGKTsz4cEu9iXdRzuVeBGow8qfDv17vT8flYa7e4RRtcp0zIeVxRrSvlExnF_KLxoATjsq5nDi9QtoYOv_wJbQsx0TE2afEB/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0070.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;">WILL HIKE FOR FOOD</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>I was readying to don my snorkel when we were told we need to hike across the island for lunch. In my equation, lunch is greater than snorkeling, so hike it was. The trail was fairly easy and took about ten minutes. A spread of seafood boodle fest awaited us at the eastern beach of Sirumon Island, the Playa de Isabelle.</p> <center> </center> <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 title="Once Islas Sirumon Island Zamboanga City" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Sirumon Island Zamboanga City" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEin1UnkZRliiQXoWfWu85GixTdbNmfpti5rufFnStJd1imoA8g1uaylGaFG54fcW9wchXUCLARVaLnwSo4sGlotUt-YT1lKBd_lZWmSAastuLR_ll3k8YrBl456taI3wtrcrvW9kebY3Atn/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-P9-0046.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;">LUNCH PROVIDED BY KAMRIYA’S CUISINE AND PREPARED BY THE SAMA BANGUINGI COMMUNITY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>I was told that the underwater life at this side of the island is even better than at Bisaya-Bisaya but the tide was too low for us to board a raft that can take us right on its sweet spot. Too bad, but not really, we have a seafood feast waiting for us!</p> <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 title="Once Islas Sirumon Island Sandbar" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Sirumon Island Sandbar" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh31dHCvWNNTUM1FwhCFzK2qP2H677BrKEMqtkU5RLHmNL5Nkf0fXhicHxTybSfehx_kWp3WLKM6H4nO7n8QqCBVmvGGPVG8_yRuGHOpT2cFY34pSQcdtZ-0b_lIuaH-ektfutPjUH6qzbB/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0076.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;">THE SANDBAR AT SIROMMON ISLAND</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <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 title="Once Islas Sirumon Island Snorkeling" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Sirumon Island Snorkeling" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVtmwQhYuKwhzGyfgL7kRz__KsYd0H-iaXqkoMfMN8bw14OiAV38Mg5_dV2PUJRwge6mGygg5vIl9r7laCbkrL3H1D3SVeAvHkrGrVIIoZ6hWUJaPuc2TJYCGhNt6VBzmg-x9kJBSVzOdi/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-HERO5-0065.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;">LOADS OF STARFISHES ALONG THE BEACH</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>With blackened hands from all the squid we ate, we trekked back to the Sirumon’s main beach to check out its starfish-littered sandbar, which sort of reminded me of <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/04/kalanggaman-island-leyte.html"><strong>Kalanggaman Island</strong></a> in Leyte. We were all quite surprised at how warm—like almost uncomfortably warm—the water was! The area is also good for snorkeling, but the tide was just too low that swimming would us have tangling with corals.</p> <br /> <br /> <h3 id="bauang-bauang-island" align="left"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic">BAUANG-BAUANG ISLAND</font></h3> <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 title="Once Islas Bauang Bauang Island" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Bauang Bauang Island" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjzVuULRdFzx8wXU1m0Dxq-TtsUHbKcFFWJIZ58w394QToECp0DIePic6dXPpk4f2pK7jUYX5JOeX65yIcFjg1qsj9BEnyu3KARwj0FTVEidMI2TAUr6jOCDbPac4be1ndRn4OyuQNCGTv/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0048.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;">BAUANG-BAUANG ISLAND OR BAONG ISLAND</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <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 title="Once Islas Bauang Bauang Island" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Bauang Bauang Island" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZYmCHhXeZ3EUhqJJpCWx-cMg9eznfIFZ2EqVeSX2-hx9lFeCDcUhL1I1P3ucWgOh5tcenPbhgamWh_CjY3XWjfoWRMTS9XPNiwc5eKUsZy92dWC2XjXK_FcNvFhiFVPAcm2gMKjiwRjYp/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0046.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;">BISAYA-BISAYA ISLANDS AS SEEN FROM THE SHORE OF BAUANG-BAUANG ISLAND</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Time flies when you alternate between swimming and eating. We have less than an hour left when we reached Bauang-Bauang Island, our last stop for the day. Officially named Baong Island, its claim to fame is its viewing deck which can be reached by hiking 248 steps up. I did reach my quota for hiking that day, so while my compadres went up the hill, I went and dove down its water—which was a pleasure to swim on. Just the right temperature with nada a current.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="2023-island-hopping-update" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">2023 ISLAND HOPPING UPDATE</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 title="Once Islas Zamboanga Bauang Bauang Island" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Zamboanga Bauang Bauang Island" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif47EIZ0V3mrTsatZExYCmyNB_Td_nfffCv9-tA_HCRTGGWJoS7LlGxEVdyeuicC9OyeE5r8BU0j2fub6k31UpMZ7A7MZU4GdhU_70Adm9C0GYoaxzN_OvpJq3GUYtN3gOxXrE6Shd1WKVBBsvVMQbKWmspzLL1ruzcZ1JXywdQUSiccUq_iI682Q0ZzsM/s1600/20230430-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0008.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;">BAUANG-BAUANG ISLAND WAS OUR FIRST STOP FOR THE TOUR</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>On our latest Once Islas island hopping tour, <strong>Bauang-Bauang Island</strong> became our first stop for the tour. Staying there for about an hour—enjoying the beach while having fresh buko juice and corn cobs provided by the tour. For hikers, the trail leading up to the viewing deck is still accessible to tourists.</p> <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 title="Once Islas Zamboanga Bisaya Bisaya Tidal Pool" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Zamboanga Bisaya Bisaya Tidal Pool" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiO_8Zzz6Ac2VYS4lOgQWfYRF9jDrdyCWUNuyyTR9HHhKZmam6FQjGkq5ueTNX4R7_EmLh4I9ncRtMqqdcO21z-r3ijwsdj14B0zrSIJ40cdHfBMJgLZ4fA_DNyLE6LDbvzkmiHz9iWGTcqAaBw4AWqQPX333uc0cfyEyM0N9VQP9cm2JMua3lQYcMWXGBE/s1600/20230430-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0019.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;">THEN IT WAS OFF TO THE NATURAL TIDAL POOL AT BISAYA-BISAYA ISLET</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The second stop was <strong>Bisaya-Bisaya Islet’s Tidal Pool</strong>. Unlike the previous tour we had, we were unable to walk across from the main island to this islet, since the tide is on the high side. If it was low tide, we could’ve easily walked here.</p> <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 title="Once Islas Zamboanga Bisaya Bisaya Island" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Zamboanga Bisaya Bisaya Island" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTEcSOEzy4HUJZu89y69-DxFwDrQZ3ksmXP96BefA50YYXof2W1lU6ErB45tp64DXP3zVGtgmZ9qexcX6wTPeRLo3dZgAiWwCh-5qQS0-I1SsAPrc12P2iX8tqkVJjaTIEvH0gEBn5_MV6gw54P7_DRo16ba-MWFBwNMghQDdSr0v9ITdOeGawvUk-IwUd/s1600/20230430-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0064.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;">OUR FINAL STOP WAS THE MAIN BISAYA-BISAYA ISLAND</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><strong>Bisaya-Bisaya Island</strong>, the main one, was the final stop for the tour. A sumptuous seafood lunch, provided by <em>iTravel Tourist Lane</em>, was held here instead at Sirommon Island since it was still closed for tours due to the Pandemic. I actually prefer this since there was no need to hike a small hill to access the lunch place like we did before. Instead, lunch was in a hut right by the beach. And after filling ourselves full with seafood, the sea was just a hop away for a relaxing dip. <br /> <br />Our group stayed here until two in the afternoon—since tours are only allowed until three.</p> <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 title="Once Islas Zamboanga Kid Friendly" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Zamboanga Kid Friendly" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtqw-X-q8zb1uaw7AYcVYIlYVShsNPjpB4hT9iW_-1aPj4vkc1NzDTQZiPZJOio6cEQt9RkZT5yAmbOvlH3OOBJ3GM_lrGX9-ivYoXa2gREkp2p1dt7Jj8Hs8pviL-RSt2U43S7vbyQmqzfkg6bEZESpqsQ6ojThthBox2Z6C806aQg3svalDWu1OA0Mpe/s1600/20230430-ZAMBOANGA-P30-0173.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;">OUR TODDLER ON ONE OF THE SMALLER TIDAL POOL IN ONCE ISLAS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We brought our three-year old toddler with us on this Once Islas island hopping tour, and I can say that this tour is very kid-friendly. The ride from Zamboanga City center to Barangay Panubigan was very smooth, and so were the inter-island boat rides. There were hardly any current or waves along the beaches we visited, and the seabed incline was quite gradual.</p> <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 title="Once Islas Zamboanga Kid Friendly" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Zamboanga Kid Friendly" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJiAZFFQ3vQ0rYq563-B13_KJ4_Pp8Dx2BOCTn_4zvgy6cj9b-1QKILysrgkGF3izNL35SZhC5S4ZGYpI-cQTmALa-xqAl2dqrjkg4lYnLIt2m-zw5P_osqMDFo9lGITx_ku6w1uWQp-_WRQsiapr3b0lSXosTs0GBISgfOHp253UrVm39oBhzZn-VNkWt/s1600/20230430-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0045.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;">HIKING ALONG THE ROCK FORMATIONS OF ONCE ISLAS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The only areas you need to be careful with your kids are at the natural tidal pool in Bisaya-Bisaya Islet, due to the steep drop along the edges of the islet and a few sharp rocks and shells along the tidal pool; and the rock formation area hike on the main Bisaya-Bisaya Island, again due to the steep drop along its edge. Other than those, your kid can roam freely.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="once-islas-map" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">ONCE ISLAS MAP</font></h2> <hr /> <p><img title="Once Islas Zamboanga Map" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Zamboanga Map" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkXNOXrcgAwqC-UM6iB6s6_uDJCr4jMcFmahYXHBMN47TzTook68Bvvo9-6RBA51VusL8Qv59YXI0XUQBvEWP-OfeC-xyFvWBfy9jVGT7_rgavlL6JVli1DhaUaLem4ntDvb3RgERLEHpqZwKLVCJ3StlxOcpNEGQ0qM14lls4VF7RZe0Qaz_W3Mx_AWpZ/s1600/Once%20Islas%20Map.jpg" /></p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="once-islas-itinerary" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">ZAMBOANGA ONCE ISLAS TRIP ITINERARY</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 title="Once Islas Zamboanga" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Once Islas Zamboanga" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-4MVQvOpSLJoPgfSfn_dtiPiQfLqCwdRGALsEBR8KO1WXupW0qEJxKgC1NgnZSjtvA3HGRKxp02nEPRjP_XZpmPZ6sTPascEaBhQbBHGPy2uH5xV1DZ6B9CDLkxRBHv_QIZ0aQvRx7jzTTUU3jxq0r0QrIntzHsVz4T2bdRRIRbswHaFsNAyxFHJmHeOL/s1600/20230430-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0065.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;">SAMPLE ITINERARY FOR ONCE ISLAS ZAMBOANGA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">07:00AM</font></strong> • Depart Zamboanga City <br /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">08:00AM</font></strong> • Arrive at Barangay Panubigan, start orientation <br /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">08:15AM</font></strong> • Start Once Islas island hopping tour <br /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">08:30AM</font></strong> • Arrive Bauang-Bauang Island <br />                    • Hike to viewing deck <br />                    • Lounge at the beach <br />                    • Swim <br /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">10:00AM</font></strong> • Arrive Bisaya-Bisaya Islet Tidal Pool <br />                    • Dip at the tidal pool <br /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">10:30AM</font></strong> • Arrive Bisaya-Bisaya Island <br />                    • Hike around the rock formations <br />                    • Swim <br />                    • Snorkel <br /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">12:00PM</font></strong> • Lunch <br />                    • Kayak <br /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">02:00PM</font></strong> • Depart to Barangay Panubigan <br /><strong><font face="Century Gothic">03:00PM</font></strong> • Change clothes, depart to Zamboanga City</p> <br /> <br /> <p><img style="margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8V_PLkKdax3zI-lJNVd2p0FoWFVd17rFyqrgbbXP-Iwag4bF0AQ12A7Ezopzb5i5BpUX6PHvfUy1VRo-YIcT0aVsnZt-ay2VPt7hdaV9UPslNshMAUaHPufK0Ct-ZKXYVS4v1RGDkDgVD/s1600/Zamboanga+Location+Map.jpg" align="left" /></p> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">iTravel Tourist Lane Zamboanga Tours</font></strong> <br />Address: Mayor Jaldon St., Canelar, Zamboanga City  <br />Contact Number: (0917) 724-3199 <br />Email: info@itraveltouristlane.com  <br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ZamboangaiTravelTouristLane/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.itraveltouristlane.com/" rel="nofollow">Website</a>  <br clear="all" /></p> <p><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/search/label/Zamboanga%20Peninsula+2018?&max-results=8"><img style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhszge4kdTxAVTMFVXX2U-JzMHd6hSP7YiKeWYXiAI5cbKDEe-6fPKs8XdMgM_7cOegNx57WhmolPUFxt_agdv-6DFyejbdIOOnE3Mi_066ooW3o10roPmBjN7BmPm_YKLjbP1Og3QqkRso/s1600/ZAMBOANGA+SERIES.png" /></a></p> <p><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/search/label/Zamboanga%20City+2023?max-results=8"><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/AVvXsEjBdkU7vw6oYwZyBbFf1AYTfFuqQ_mTAk4qLZqIMNrgmjPw8hA0OUHQFdhEY2Jh5rTzIeZqYe-hraFJ00CJQTovgZI1Mo_glgtkYzz8c7_MZJAHxWOBJQbO8JJaSiKwvLpJ4pzmaG2QlZfiJDTAR3cABqky_K5Y1Np8xL-IAsuJySRkR-FO0qUD-VQAl0Yr/s1600/FOLLOW.png" /></a></p>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-37958266844741387962023-09-25T15:00:00.004+08:002023-10-29T20:49:19.554+08:00ZAMBOANGA CITY | Street Food de Zamboanga<p><img title="Satti Zamboanga Street Food" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Satti Zamboanga Street Food" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi366tlsLx3GmWY8MIwgHEAYLnNQUO_XXyPPPhxnHlTrpk0bQWPmUbokiK-lY8dXy3rUtIPXNgAnUpVNB4DlWVPAsyNdm5C1f0P9EApiZqBJUihUnoSnYcGnH4MoseWxBO6dWI7aCdATZqdTAT8aDRXyqj3qlI8_pt8S7UEypNki0QisEa8iyMySsp52tee/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0005.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p>For street food aficionados, Zamboanga City is heaven. It has one of the most diverse selection of street foods in the Philippines—some of which, you can only find here. And as is the case with street food all over the globe, they’re extremely tasty and dirt cheap.</p> <p> </p> <a name='more'></a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ZamboangaiTravelTouristLane/" rel="nofollow"><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/AVvXsEjyaolXUnXV-cpmniurP-Fnm7IeIznhxM8ULCEzgC_PTFzwSaCXhpJ6OWE7uMm1bpN3rLyIxixhPOPoxIImZEuYwAEQYNevFs477L6KPlmaNAbTKS_jHkTjKb3wGhpYoiC0dsvyv6w_Ho0rpLb0PJN0lRNrKlIVV8vZ_HGgrhUlb8SAxIgVf7F02nudIynu/s1600/Zamboanga%20iTravel.png" /></a> <br /> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>ZAMBOANGA STREET FOOD</strong> <br />TABLE OF CONTENTS ~ WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-city-street-food.html#satti">Satti</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-city-street-food.html#durian">Durian</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-city-street-food.html#ukoy">Ukoy</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-city-street-food.html#pastil-tausug">Pastil Tausug</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-city-street-food.html#patil">Patil</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-city-street-food.html#isaw">Isaw</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-city-street-food.html#fishballs">Fishballs</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-city-street-food.html#tempura">Tempura</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-city-street-food.html#mee-goreng">Mee Goreng</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-city-street-food.html#knicker-bocker">Knicker Bocker</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-city-street-food.html#taho">Taho</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-city-street-food.html#apa">Apa</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-city-street-food.html#lokot-lokot">Lokot Lokot</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-city-street-food.html#kiping">Kiping</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-city-street-food.html#beef-chicharon">Beef Chicharon</a></li> </ol>    ► <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html"><strong>ZAMBOANGA TRAVEL GUIDE</strong></a></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&city=5781" rel="nofollow"><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/AVvXsEhdnBmXHAzdP2bn-yvwDHVTqFwYxUjrA77G1Pny4zNhB3YtNLOTxdFthVCIrb1_WchzlQbg0dx0o3J5PIR6Q8cvujDCJ8ZxVuCCyiXpPNq6CimZuEpjKhDeJTRkKe9EOAqiQyUXIBmGVV7xooZB_GmQSSorcfluJUirmE85FzG092igTQOUl8soJhucgzfa/s1600/Zamboanga%20Hotel%20City.png" /></a></p> <p> </p> <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 title="R.T. Lim Boulevard Street Food Stalls Zamboanga" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="R.T. Lim Boulevard Street Food Stalls Zamboanga" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUBtjukH9gf5RrlfY3lYrniAvKlWuxh9eVCdiJ5Z3xcbKTCruZ__s7KXnv9M6In-RvSJL1iZQbKMgktzco-1q8TN8l3S7SyNGhNSUFZeecU7J5_Mac_kPSbefstIpPoAsz1Mjn8l4ehb2DAscrdR8lZ5aotx5C_py2BEAWdgxW9GQnwkaP27pQxgI_YN7o/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-P9-0189.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;">STREET FOOD EATING AREA AT R.T. LIM BOULEVARD</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Street food in Zamboanga can be had from ambulant vendors roaming the streets, marketplaces, alleyways, parks, and boulevards. A couple of notable places to get them are on <strong>R.T. Lim Boulevard</strong>, especially during the afternoons; <strong>Paseo Del Mar</strong>, which is also a good place to hang out in during sundown; and the street food night stalls that pop up along the city—like at the <strong>Pettit Barracks Night Market</strong> and <strong>WMSU Road Street Market</strong>. <br /> <br />There’s more street food in Zamboanga City, and I will update this every time I visit.</p> <p><a href="https://skyscanner.pxf.io/3ed5Gk" rel="nofollow"><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/AVvXsEifjMDXBn0FvTi8d5gXgS9NRL8Cg_aZ_ZGS9ELlNaBDO0YHSZM3N5dbLYhUeIhRk3yUQ3fRvpwsuN8ueJahuY-45LF_fanaqGKiSM0FCfA37UW9Pi9d6aL_hV7QzQYB4fLl6yqrnYfvs8Pyhog6VDlbl8qoOsEqxr6QwOxVlhf6KHLzFbfDw5E75uZEqyx4/s1600/Zamboanga%20Flights.png" /></a> <br /> <br /></p> <h2 id="satti" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">SATTI</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 title="Satti Zamboanga Street Food" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Satti Zamboanga Street Food" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVisJifEvcIS_mMRRiqmJE1ln1sklAOpitx2t6vKhG3M1c9RiRvtpmbSKTywM3SAT1IueOLbynjKzszvOYzRHpRi3qLxD6ABYvAAXjLPcFsJcM-9hzkZT51kcGpPl57pg9Rp7rC9VSonKwx4i0FdMCl3i6l4rJ5MlQ3x8fUOoPEOyQpw4_sI-JxYMgZagj/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0004.jpg" width="328" height="492" /> <img title="Satti Zamboanga Street Food" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Satti Zamboanga Street Food" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg19bu5OuHrnyy5j0AbMNnOussmxsQnciXfAxttHNrtqnFxrnR7mThXvu7HFFuMljGqTQH2LWcTABKaoXBmXqpwf9n5ld1N0oZTRcsXED4W8od35xR1eN3XtLUK1NS64reUhjJv2t6OPm46umfrBr48_Nmv29H9beDPmmQE49lHpH3y0CMLwXJ_ERDEOZzW/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0008.jpg" width="369" height="492" /></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;">ZAMBOANGA’S FAMOUS SATTI</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>One of the most popular street food in Zamboanga City is <em>satti</em>. Usually eaten for breakfast, these are barbecued little pieces of skewered meat—usually liver, chicken, or beef. These are then lathered with thick, slightly spicy, orange-colored gravy. It’s usually paired with <i>tamu</i> or <i>puso, </i>or rice cooked inside a weaved coconut leaves. <br /> <br /><em>Satti</em> eateries are everywhere in Zamboanga City, just ask a local and they will direct you to the nearest one. A piece of <em>satti</em> usually sells for about ₱8.00 to ₱10.00 per stick.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►FULL LIST: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-food-trip.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>WHERE TO EAT IN ZAMBOANGA</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="durian" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">DURIAN</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 title="Durian Zamboanga Street Food" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Durian Zamboanga Street Food" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTZzHm23ygw4rq_OI8q2PJYUVEdxCTFEaubplqyYxfJgpxJWPf1ZArS4JToaekpJtu9CELPeUgAk74cqbeF2vjnjdgGs7ra3fGU3KrQu5AH39Ih1ON7Qe_CdpCScnuLqKxdHxH94a4soORbuncGMmxZWUh2w7NvONYXwxCdLUdXJT9B4pl1FbPRvtNSWAj/s1600/20181007-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0118.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;">DURIAN BEING SOLD ALONG THE STREET</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Love it or hate it, durian is here to stay—well, especially in Mindanao. This fruit is readily available along streets of Zamboanga City, especially between the months of July to October. You can ask <i>manong</i> to break it open for you, then, simply use your bare hands to eat its sweet pungent meat. <br /> <br />There are ambulant vendors that roam the streets of Zamboanga selling durian fruits, but if you can’t find one, just head over to the nearest market. It usually costs about ₱90.00 per kilo.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►EXPLORE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/08/things-to-do-in-zamboanga-city.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>THINGS TO DO IN ZAMBOANGA CITY</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="ukoy" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">UKOY</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 title="Ukoy Zamboanga Street Food" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Ukoy Zamboanga Street Food" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUFd4sVrXipCmpIqBnAe51DHt5UqJNHAqXPl5hIxesxoTUk-0OMkFiiAJIi6-YYh-HJ0RT5KEN1Ltt0nGPRtEXifreElOHUszjt_X8dgg-oAXZwQ5M1dV_eYATSOhqJiC63mV_l5ygyjmQeIwYqNfsu76pmaiu70wRym-LGxgUQFXxxstpvV-pGtn0p42a/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-P9-0233.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;">UKOY AT ZAMBOANGA’S MAGAY MARKET</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Similar in name and substance with the Tagalog <i>okoy</i>, a street food that is said to have originated from the province of Laguna, but different in form. Zamboanga’s <em>ukoy</em> is spherical—almost egg-like—is filled with <i>togue</i> (bean sprouts), and topped with a small shrimp on top. It’s best eaten hot and with a dash of spicy vinegar. <br /> <br /><em>Ukoy de Zamboanga</em> can be usually found along markets and are priced at around ₱5.00 to ₱10.00 apiece.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►ISLAND HOP: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/once-islas-zamboanga-city-island-hopping.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>ONCE ISLAS ZAMBOANGA</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="pastil-tausug" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">PASTIL TAUSUG</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 title="Pastil Zamboanga Street Food" style="border: 0px currentcolor; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pastil Zamboanga Street Food" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVLriJDX9_2HKZgSHUAMbaVocPHlPcmqAY9qiuWv_x2jE-wvHS6W81rxcS4zc8C0R5rcCVBTIwZ5q6enFyiXSiMBEu5P24zRjwDYuk8dnSaoBNTIxhnBItChBRa3gRpu8hQe0j4dcQKFLbJqwGBkxGZSY55kF95D8jb1bHzLvxXNHhsMvIuOnUC3ebLkk2/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-P9-0231.jpg" width="369" height="492" /> <img title="Pastil Zamboanga Street Food" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Pastil Zamboanga Street Food" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijZdoEM4IXj3seIDVpCCl_QNJj_PyGJf2rjR2rqWsuyQxyWMWmrYpJTkql3HXtjH79XNj-YB4LubCxB-nY1-TSjagXP6LE6rhDoI8NKzdu4drWi6z8004gXhBHQLF_gUeYLh56s4EOkdi5BIdYckZRHmKxtW54FCSAeG7eRVtpWk5otMBLZ4LFiOWrdbYi/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0091.jpg" width="328" height="492" /></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;">PASTIL TAUSUG FROM THE MARKET AND FROM A RESTAURANT</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p><em>Empanada-esque</em> in form but instead of the usual empanada fillings like pork or tuna, it is filled with <i>togue</i> (bean sprouts). Like <em>ukoy</em>, it is usually dunked or dashed with a helping of spicy vinegar. <br /> <br />These are also usually sold by ambulant vendors and along market places for about ₱5.00 to ₱10.00 apiece.</p> <p><center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►ISLAND HOP: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/santa-cruz-island-zamboanga-pink-beach-travel-guide.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>PINK BEACH ZAMBOANGA</strong></font></a></center></p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="patil" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">PATIL</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 title="Patil Zamboanga Street Food" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Patil Zamboanga Street Food" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirZHSwtJeoOPBC7LmKcbd86SRfPj0w8e5kiYBxDcnwEiWY9AekEQQ5_AAI_u00t-XCI9v_24WxewG6j53_5rftwjNtGVeaySGQ9G-MHRymEOPhoIS6TIQa1uPPCFZk0hLQoD7NOPU7HBv6zw-A4BXTPxSsPeRiyk3-ys43KJdi3cwP2hxzGPlXo5OtzACN/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-P9-0213.jpg" width="348" height="464" /> <img title="Patil Zamboanga Street Food" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Patil Zamboanga Street Food" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzT3HgjmR0EiiXKfsnTd6H7bcwfr2KmGjDQdX37xP8CabglGK9AuzaRX6S8PPpitmVdfGRAzACI2QvsafIPoNdZMSynhus6lz5GqzIgS7GdR7AQL_SRUaaxiI1dNCz-N3Og6Vw5H95dxDfnfKCW_RgFHYaacHMpMtrpbqzzH7VOVCkwbGIc-Hieb8potqf/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-P9-0214.jpg" width="348" height="464" /></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;">CHICKEN PATIL FROM R.T. LIM BOULEVARD</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Wrapped in banana leaves, <i>patil</i> is steamed rice topped with savory <i>kagikit</i> or shredded chicken cooked in soy sauce, onion, garlic, and pepper. It’s usually consumed for breakfast, being an all-in-one meal in itself, but it can also be found during the other times of days—usually being hawked inside a Styrofoam box to keep it warm. <br /> <br />We found ours along the R.T. Lim Boulevard for ₱15.00 a piece.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►JOIN: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/10/zamboanga-hermosa-festival.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>ZAMBOANGA HERMOSA FESTIVAL</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="isaw" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">ISAW</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 title="Isaw Zamboanga Street Food" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Isaw Zamboanga Street Food" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmPGGDPdtM_Qm_KXtgQGQen9bhAatFiuLZXp1SeJGSjpXnITTQTi5BOEQKl_b5Cj0VoOFGXjGV3iq3EwWCaovuDGw08bkL7rrxJwohTVZozWx4PAPaTgf6lgP2m_DgOKEmT5PfkNwhLYQqZpZ4DVRr_SkL_CnrInqmyKw74FI5aMolXA2FeZpdoKvmVj2L/s1600/20181010-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0152.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;">BITE-SIZED ISAW AT PASEO DEL MAR</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Zamboanga’s chicken <em>isaw</em> or intestine, is slightly different from the usual ones in that they are much redder in color and are shorter—like a mouthful short. Meaning, a stick of <em>isaw</em> can be eaten in a single bite. And that also explains why it’s priced so cheap too. <br /> <br />We bought <em>isaw</em> along Paseo del Mar at only ₱5.00 a stick.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="fishballs" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">FISHBALLS</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 title="Fishballs Zamboanga Street Food" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Fishballs Zamboanga Street Food" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGuvZNB7diNAmSzNjNsFH_lPOXVnu3aSapPhRx4rc3slKcKk_iOTWA8KFqd1N63nLneQN2sYHgZ5XbuVQ9eAEu_ZvuR41zIfMKhWiVnAsiadZeFZitetR_GYMjhJuMf2YjfT4NzBO4dWzKUssuVwC5Uww9vP3xD_B-c2JojeV1JvJ-FPjVMLtPWsaTulkA/s1600/20230429-ZAMBOANGA-P30-0083.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;">SUNSET WITH FISHBALLS AND SOFTDRINKS AT PASEO DEL MAR</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Fishball is a popular street food in the country, and Zamboanga City’s version of it is better. The balls, are really <i>balls</i> and not flat, and it’s more porous—which is great for absorbing its sweet spicy dip. It actually looks more like <em>kwek-kwek</em> than fishballs. <br /> <br />This is readily available along the stalls at Paseo del Mar for only ₱10.00 a stick, which has six pieces of fishballs on it.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="tempura" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">TEMPURA</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 title="Tempura Zamboanga Street Food" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Tempura Zamboanga Street Food" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrNFrewMicKGRJVJbj-NVLR7s4LFhx39rzHUDSgfclvDTckb_7YVCeseUQtsB4PxmhqhgRyywSiJh9XS3J6aEDO_zHeaPxZwdIWCnJm-It1RxKyhvfgbqP9BFWt0rROzF4bQE0ctzXcYvXRSrMIqcnfF3pelDJCfZNADNdErcI2y_npLbYRdEq_6XEvmWm/s1600/20181010-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0153.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;">TEMPURA BEING COOKED AT PASEO DEL MAR</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Popular in <strong>Dumaguete City</strong>, tempura can also be found in Zamboanga City. This, however, is not the Japanese dish everyone’s familiar with, but rather a <em>kikiam</em>-like street food, but longer in length, made from cuttlefish meat. It’s also deep-fried and dipped on the usual sweet/spicy <i>manong</i> sauce. <br /> <br />This can be brought along Paseo Del Mar for ₱10.00 a stick.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►SEE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2016/07/dumaguete-negros-oriental-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>DUMAGUETE CITY TRAVEL GUIDE</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="mee-goreng" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">MEE GORENG</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 title="Mee Goreng Zamboanga Street Food" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Mee Goreng Zamboanga Street Food" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-5HyixUeIAwZ6L3aIeHl9z7Udzvyf7ZKwmoKhHp_mtSE_0XnFapDfDvdmqNxx94Jy6DkNZXefO5B4jKs-Eb8SJDy5895BDsrkLfsCgjQf_Xx7gUe6WUay_bi_-Jmc9QAdEDtKTpF_zaA2Pp5TlXgvly0mjPT-cgt07Cf0s53FLHHmZSHoIGEIFqpV3Klp/s1600/20230430-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0039.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;">ZAMBOANGA’S VERSION OF MEE GORENG</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Originally from Malaysia, mee goreng or stir-fried noodles, is a popular snack in Zamboanga City. Usually served in halved styro pack, the noodles is from <em>Mee Cap Udang</em>, a Sabah product available in the city which has a similar texture to the instant noodles we’re familiar with. The noodles are cooked on a wok filled with soy sauce, sambal, and onions. It’s then topped with a fried egg and sometimes lathered with extra sauce that was used in cooking the noodles. A dash of spicy vinegar adds a kick to the dish. <br /> <br />A mee goreng meal cost about ₱50.00 and are usually sold along night markets and Malaysian restaurants in Zamboanga City.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►FULL LIST: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-mee-goreng-malaysian-restaurants.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>ZAMBOANGA MEE GORENG</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="knicker-bocker" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">KNICKER BOCKER</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 title="Knicker Bocker Zamboanga Street Food" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Knicker Bocker Zamboanga Street Food" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiibijEi1j0RpoHtiqF_TSWTfn-_5HS888Y9xYgjyc2DgTopC_5C8gCvnvQiy6j2miPs3D4zTOg0mp3iZcxu7236ewB7XbTaJ1Z4oIymX3FU6nLxHiNPmgBYwENMWH1H8R5McWNBtVto6OgvJQiN1ify1nJzWLVA8_lZDSU5cEh5PwgGJcUPrVtFgFjl7g0/s1600/20230430-ZAMBOANGA-P9-0030.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;">ZAMBOANGA’S FAMOUS KNICKER BOCKER</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The original Knicker Bocker at Hacienda de Palmeras Restaurant is hardly street food. But since it has become readily available at Paseo Del Mar, along with its numerous clones all over the city, I can say that it’s since become a legit Zamboanga street food. It’s similar to <em>halo-halo</em>, but there’s no ice involved. Instead, the gelatin and fruits—like watermelon, peach, mango—are mixed with ice cream, specifically, vanilla and strawberry. <br /> <br />A plastic cup of the original Knicker Bocker is priced at ₱95.00.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="taho" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">TAHO</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 title="Taho Zamboanga Street Food" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Taho Zamboanga Street Food" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgU1avoYhJcMaxsRYDrh18i4uCnYYzsFnvZbL7y_cFdRDr7ab3WmLNoxMJTaU1g7yu_fQx4sqrRLhOalLnCMYZXfiErKNUDM2iGjmUTzT4CVCK5NZ9jsONg-bGvlZXJQl1BfUjT2507C3e-XgrWD8WlfnfJTZbhOX_jJrlak72I-j5BG7cXlIY5TSvebdJ/s1600/20230502-ZAMBOANGA-P9-0251.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;">TAHO IN ZAMBOANGA CITY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Zamboanga’s <i>taho</i> is no different from the usual ones you and I are familiar with, but its sweetener is where it differs. Instead of using regular sugar, they use coconut sugar. The effect is that the <i>taho</i> is infused with a <i>gata</i> or coconut milk-ish flavor which makes Zamboanga’s version of it much more delicious. <br /> <br />A cup of <i>taho</i> sells for about ₱10.00 and are usually sold by street vendors in the morning.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="apa" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">APA</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 title="Apa Zamboanga Street Food" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Apa Zamboanga Street Food" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyShgSKs5H0I4oNTk7wWy1Bm0m_uCy1ARVY7J-ReTzIAhmeEJIUpYnY8kMT_9ICnkGNmQ09EibMMf9C4RN_cVyvb7c-RGCTM8bP0_6RE98rr6hX4dFADdofOqfnATHVnSrTHtvuI0nlytI9KIRFfq6JKyc2T3o5L1V4W_DV34yrP2YnSKpm4iMW_g0XVsS/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0041.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;">APA ALONG FORT PILAR</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Somewhat similar to <i>barquillos</i>, <i>apa</i> is a uniquely Zamboangan street food. The rolled crispy wafer delicacy, sometimes also called <i>martillos</i>, is sold in pack of tens near Fort Pilar—which is only apt since its trademark stamp bears a resemblance to the altar of Our Lady of the Pillar shrine. It tastes like a sweet ice cream cone. <br /> <br />A pack of <em>apa</em> costs ₱20.00.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="lokot-lokot" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">LOKOT LOKOT</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 title="Lokot Lokot Zamboanga Street Food" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Lokot Lokot Zamboanga Street Food" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYg9xurYaN29DfUMPLeqO7RdntKOfsgf3jU1C-okTmpkcU5aaoqHHH0dRfXDrF-a1LXti2yGTWlqbiH2MtJdKlz-rGvv9ByrrM9q_KejQ03AWi_Fl5UZv2y4bU6SMop-z2uTgY6T8Do2hxXJVWK8vsBUAspxaFcQYoStLd3V5dSNHwC88vYXUI0Du9UeOl/s1600/20230430-ZAMBOANGA-P9-0035.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;">LOKOT LOKOT SWEETS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Another sweet delicacy that can be found near Fort Pilar is the <em>lokot lokot</em>. Also available in other parts of Mindanao, the sweet and crunchy snack is made from <i>malagkit</i> or glutinous rice—powdered, mixed in a batter, fried, then rolled into its final shape.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="kiping" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">KIPING</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 title="Kiping Zamboanga Street Food" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Kiping Zamboanga Street Food" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJw0Ep1boe9v-Y3tMbxs71ujnTA3RGbth-YTnH7ztqJsQB-Mw4CuoFzI_mdpZPVmOvoEg4FQ7zNnLmZcfuyvIPk1MUGI_H0bEwCiZPfAnGKq7LPd3Gx1sbdESxnoStKDoZcy8VBjqJlmzNKY7sljL4ZuIDuLc28rNYrn2BLcWdKGjBiE82lo_ZtBq48oS8/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0049.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;">KIPING LATHERED WITH SWEET SYRUP</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Made from fried pulverized cassava, <em>kiping</em> is a popular street food found in Mindanao where it takes form on other names like <em>salvaro, kabkab</em>, and <em>burikit</em>, among others. The crispy dish-like wafer is then lathered with sweet concoction of coco jam and calamansi. <br /> <br />A pack of <i>kiping, </i>which has three pieces, sells for ₱30.00 along Fort Pilar and market areas.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="beef-chicharon" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">BEEF CHICHARON</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 title="Beef Chicharon Zamboanga Street Food" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Beef Chicharon Zamboanga Street Food" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjXIwelXawQsgXudxMrv9W17fiXhEXHCQU3lgzhcMXYQuIGECB8LUEvLJKwrXaGELnmxfPUmitk2hzShfutErrYNU_4LY-HWZywLL6uiKYVOj-3FqeQn2ONgDJZXuo57hzjQNdHbJ3ziCry2dk-AXP87iOalfeLWBaU82fiXtFhcihYiIhlvaQjI7qcSRC/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-P9-0193.jpg" width="348" height="464" /> <img title="Suka Zamboanga Street Food" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Suka Zamboanga Street Food" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxcofC6DjD7JVE2ZUSAV4iSS6gL0JONRfZx1VkyHz4qbfmrxtmL-E1kBicxArB5UOcDUbdHo9ipSj6S3NR3sOjZJXylWII9x7k3gUwNEMDx4fEsNZx7WYm04zik8UOTTz9m8lQ2y7FrzzrLSXHtO_YJpgRKT4Hnmuqnkw3phgmQkOQrafX2RXlZc40nL4p/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-P9-0190.jpg" width="348" height="464" /></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;">BEEF CHICHARON AND BALUT AT R.T. LIM BOULEVARD</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>It’s crunchy, it’s salty, it’s delicious. It’s <em>chicharon</em>, but it’s not. It’s not made from pork, but beef. And it tastes absolutely the same. It goes well with a <i>balut</i> or <i>penoy</i>, depending on your preference, and tastes even better with a spicy vinegar dip. Most stalls that sells these have a set of vinegar with varying degrees of spiciness—from “For Kids” to “Goodbye”. <br /> <br />The best place to get this is at the R.T. Lim Boulevard, and a pack sells for ₱15.00</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><img style="margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8V_PLkKdax3zI-lJNVd2p0FoWFVd17rFyqrgbbXP-Iwag4bF0AQ12A7Ezopzb5i5BpUX6PHvfUy1VRo-YIcT0aVsnZt-ay2VPt7hdaV9UPslNshMAUaHPufK0Ct-ZKXYVS4v1RGDkDgVD/s1600/Zamboanga+Location+Map.jpg" align="left" /></p> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">iTravel Tourist Lane Zamboanga Tours</font></strong> <br />Address: Mayor Jaldon St., Canelar, Zamboanga City  <br />Contact Number: (0917) 724-3199 <br />Email: info@itraveltouristlane.com  <br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ZamboangaiTravelTouristLane/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.itraveltouristlane.com/" rel="nofollow">Website</a>  <br clear="all" /></p> <p><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/search/label/Zamboanga%20City+2023?max-results=8"><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/AVvXsEjBdkU7vw6oYwZyBbFf1AYTfFuqQ_mTAk4qLZqIMNrgmjPw8hA0OUHQFdhEY2Jh5rTzIeZqYe-hraFJ00CJQTovgZI1Mo_glgtkYzz8c7_MZJAHxWOBJQbO8JJaSiKwvLpJ4pzmaG2QlZfiJDTAR3cABqky_K5Y1Np8xL-IAsuJySRkR-FO0qUD-VQAl0Yr/s1600/FOLLOW.png" /></a></p>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036267443802841794.post-1006575963436183612023-09-20T14:43:00.000+08:002023-10-29T20:43:55.634+08:00ZAMBOANGA CITY | Where to Eat in Zamboanga ~ a Food Trip Down South<p><img title="Where to Eat Zamboanga Food Trip" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Where to Eat Zamboanga Food Trip" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiq-X5Vkq6Xpsnzejn68F5AIeCA1b-m88ofNVDB_2QqmEP_hGs3n9DVdgh59DwuwCFqbJ1t2Hoc34ihR4sNPv5d-z8KMc7KeXnHiRlMKpqkfcptx-VklYOESSjMl5jYkoNx6oKeI4CHiHCg/s1600/20181010-ZAMBOANGA-P9-0009.jpg" /></p> <p><!-- adsense --></p> <p><strong>Zamboanga City </strong>came as a surprise in terms of food. Its history as a former stronghold of Spain in Mindanao has indeed taken root in its cuisine, with Spanish dishes going alongside more local flavors from the Zamboanga Peninsula, the neighboring Sulu archipelago, and even Malaysia. It also helps that the area is near the sea, with harvest coming in abundantly—the city isn’t dubbed as the <em>Sardine Capital of the Philippines</em> for no reason. <br /> <br />During our weeklong escapade in the city, in between <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/08/things-to-do-in-zamboanga-city.html"><strong>Zamboanga tourist spots</strong></a>, the <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/10/zamboanga-hermosa-festival.html"><strong>Zamboanga Hermosa Festival</strong></a>, and an <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/once-islas-zamboanga-city-island-hopping.html"><strong>Once Islas island hopping</strong></a> adventure, we tried various restaurants serving everything from traditional Filipino and Moro cuisines, to Hispanic dishes, and even unique and tasty <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-city-street-food.html"><strong>Zamboanga street food</strong></a> that can only be found on this part of the country.</p> <a name='more'></a> <p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ZamboangaiTravelTouristLane/" rel="nofollow"><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/AVvXsEjyaolXUnXV-cpmniurP-Fnm7IeIznhxM8ULCEzgC_PTFzwSaCXhpJ6OWE7uMm1bpN3rLyIxixhPOPoxIImZEuYwAEQYNevFs477L6KPlmaNAbTKS_jHkTjKb3wGhpYoiC0dsvyv6w_Ho0rpLb0PJN0lRNrKlIVV8vZ_HGgrhUlb8SAxIgVf7F02nudIynu/s1600/Zamboanga%20iTravel.png" /></a></p> <p> </p> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="10" bgcolor="#f0f7f7" border="2"><tbody> <tr> <td valign="top"><strong>WHERE TO EAT IN ZAMBOANGA CITY</strong> <br />WHAT’S INSIDE? <hr /> <br /> <ol> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-food-trip.html#alavar-seafood-restaurant">Alavar Seafood Restaurant</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-food-trip.html#bay-tal-mal-restaurant">Bay Tal Mal Restaurant</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-food-trip.html#harleys-food-and-craft-beers">Harley's Food & Craft Beers</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-food-trip.html#andis-special-satti">Andi's Special Satti</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-food-trip.html#hacienda-de-palmeras-hotel-and-restaurant">Hacienda De Palmeras Hotel & Restaurant</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-food-trip.html#bar-code">Bar Code</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-food-trip.html#dennis-coffee-garden">Dennis Coffee Garden</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-food-trip.html#country-chicken-restaurant">Country Chicken Restaurant</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-food-trip.html#vista-del-mar-restaurant">Vista Del Mar Restaurant</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-food-trip.html#mandarin-tea-garden">Mandarin Tea Garden</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-food-trip.html#ole-ole-mari-makan-restaurant">Ole Ole Mari Makan Restaurant</a></li> </ol>          <br />  <strong>► </strong><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2018/11/zamboanga-travel-guide-itinerary-budget.html"><strong>ZAMBOANGA TRAVEL GUIDE</strong></a> <br /> <br /></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <br /><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&city=5781" rel="nofollow"><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/AVvXsEhdnBmXHAzdP2bn-yvwDHVTqFwYxUjrA77G1Pny4zNhB3YtNLOTxdFthVCIrb1_WchzlQbg0dx0o3J5PIR6Q8cvujDCJ8ZxVuCCyiXpPNq6CimZuEpjKhDeJTRkKe9EOAqiQyUXIBmGVV7xooZB_GmQSSorcfluJUirmE85FzG092igTQOUl8soJhucgzfa/s1600/Zamboanga%20Hotel%20City.png" /></a> <br /> <h2 id="alavar-seafood-restaurant" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">ALAVAR SEAFOOD RESTAURANT</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>ADDRESS:</strong> <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/v78wHtbqsiP2" rel="nofollow">173 DON ALFARO ST., BRGY. TETUAN</a> | <strong>CONTACT NUMBER:</strong> </font><font size="1">+63 (62) 991 2483 | <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 10:00AM - 10:00PM | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064157044288" rel="nofollow">FB</a></font></p> <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 title="Alavar Zamboanga Food Trip" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Alavar Zamboanga Food Trip" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgToBaTtJUZv6as6qiZIDLUKYe5akmatDlrscRHwSNdVR3ZQk9MY1xK2p_y4tBaan5V4M3TFQFbu0iRD7ZUtQLx18AfyuxOTLXD3xZUF4hYDNZdyhAX3eQrmgOo2TNOS6-mYY5TFN1Ri_xP/s1600/20181007-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0055.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;">ALAVAR SEAFOOD RESTAURANTS IN ZAMBOANGA CITY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Alavar Seafood Restaurant is one of the go to places, if not <i>the</i> go to place, for eating out in Zamboanga City. They have two branches, the main one at Alfaro Street in Tetuan, and a smaller stall at the Paseo del Mar. We ate at the former. The interiors are very Filipiniana—capiz windows and long shiny wooden tables paired with heavy chairs with rattan weavings.</p> <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 title="Alavar Zamboanga Food Trip Curacha" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Alavar Zamboanga Food Trip Curacha" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbuv83zqebW31afMtblExzrD7mIU7axderyOYEPKakMl_rmrMDZETfV0-hPshaKeIjExZBjPBc6QD1ZyeIWEhyw-8V2Dr4J_GgCAOP2pAX1Pk7_BBaYAeGcm8the7oVS1jjjXbPYuW-MCV/s1600/20181007-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0245.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;">CURACHA WITH ALAVAR SAUCE ~ PRICED PER KILO</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <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 title="Alavar Zamboanga Food Trip Seafood Fried Rice" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Alavar Zamboanga Food Trip Seafood Fried Rice" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR3jQ3mxms8LDl7RHz1avFKyGNzMBOvFw-2_Tg28vAQY9EKeR2ksgJj9ftora7YPcFDOZh7e5r8lvnnMcj-hQ19Fdn88FVZUxanTzeLclfIuOo3equ39F8bMDq0uJgvoZa-9zhNXU78yiN/s1600/20181007-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0246.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;">ALAVAR SEAFOOD PLATTER</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Their specialty is <em>curacha, </em>a spanner crab—a cross between a lobster and crab. Here, they steam it before pouring copious amount of <em>Alavar Sauce</em>, a thick orangey signature sauce made from coconut milk mixed with all sorts of spices. Of course, you eat this with your bare hands, digging through every last bit of <em>curacha</em> meat and licking every last bit of the sauce from your hands. It goes well with their <strong>Alavar seafood platter</strong>, which is topped by <em>imbao</em> clams, hefty crab claws, and prawns—a complete meal in itself.</p> <p><a href="https://skyscanner.pxf.io/3ed5Gk" rel="nofollow"><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/AVvXsEifjMDXBn0FvTi8d5gXgS9NRL8Cg_aZ_ZGS9ELlNaBDO0YHSZM3N5dbLYhUeIhRk3yUQ3fRvpwsuN8ueJahuY-45LF_fanaqGKiSM0FCfA37UW9Pi9d6aL_hV7QzQYB4fLl6yqrnYfvs8Pyhog6VDlbl8qoOsEqxr6QwOxVlhf6KHLzFbfDw5E75uZEqyx4/s1600/Zamboanga%20Flights.png" /></a></p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="bay-tal-mal-restaurant" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">BAY TAL MAL RESTAURANT</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>ADDRESS:</strong> <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/LaqM742YqAA2" rel="nofollow">MAYOR JALDON ST., BRGY. CANELAR</a> | <strong>CONTACT NUMBER:</strong> +63 (915) 016-0448 | <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 10:00AM - 10:00PM | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/baytalmalzamboanga/" rel="nofollow">FB</a></font></p> <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 title="Bay Tal Mal Zamboanga Food Trip" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Bay Tal Mal Zamboanga Food Trip" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-qlJ6CNnzpH7kZ7UKnmxml7luSG0lUccpnzRBtmSyKbxwP8z732MK1WRCcTPPKr5hsdKF6biTu3zEuxWuVJAvFjnADM-PQ30xMDffT8B60ANM4MT2uJgTZSgH05FZ49uUVUaS7HBgkX24/s1600/20181007-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0060.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;">BAY TAL MAL’S INTERIORS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Going for something more local, we headed over to Bay Tal Mal Restaurant for dinner. The name, which translates to <em>House of Wealth</em> from Arabic, reflects on its interiors—almost everything is gilded in gold, including the teapot they use for cold drinking water.</p> <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 title="Bay Tal Mal Zamboanga Food Trip Latal" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Bay Tal Mal Zamboanga Food Trip Latal" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNzyipjcbwCg1dWhcq3oEUc9L2SBoqYIC6ma5qh_VJElRU0i9trYRaA6Wfy7mNgMVtkZfp5JVq6bQ8w9aqizx3-KHO8Flv_Mjbh2QqL08GnmXYu1RufZQFjVJWeyNXTKJsNsXLjaTa9Ypv/s1600/20181007-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0253.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;">LATAL, A PLATTER OF TAUSUG DISHES</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We were served with a plethora of Moro cuisine including <u><em><strong>latal</strong></em></u>, a platter of Tausug dishes served mostly during special occasions. It includes small portions of <em><strong>piyassak</strong></em> (liver), <strong>beef </strong><em><strong>kulma</strong>,</em> <strong>beef and chicken <em>kiyaliya</em></strong>, <strong>chicken <em>pyanggang</em></strong>, <strong>calamares</strong>, <em><strong>utak utak</strong></em> (fish cake), <strong>cucumber with chili sambal paste, fried fish</strong>, and the main dish, <em><strong>tyulah itum</strong></em>. That last one is a beef soup cooked with burnt coconut paste. It does look like <em>dinuguan</em>, but it’s definitely not, as Bay Tal Mal is one of the legit halal-certified restaurants in the whole of Zamboanga City.</p> <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 title="Bay Tal Mal Zamboanga Food Trip Chicken Rice Sambal" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Bay Tal Mal Zamboanga Food Trip Chicken Rice Sambal" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6MDFemMF157p0KJ_BmOlUaQVe2C0eaKdOH6JnlKcrj_Yi8bOcmld9si4v49k5lxLBfBhuC9itweT2q65N7i7VlxqEtwBoSr55los3Ns3m0z46-0smc4uGr4xl0IRgD5QtY2XlmNBzQqdp/s1600/20181007-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0250.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;">CHICKEN RICE SAMBAL</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>I really liked their <strong>chicken rice sambal</strong>, especially when I actually dipped the chicken on the sambal sauce. Their <em><strong>mee goreng</strong></em>—one of my favorite Malaysian dishes—seemed blah at first, until they told me to pour a dose of spicy vinegar. I devoured half the plate served for the group right after.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►ISLAND HOP: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/santa-cruz-island-zamboanga-pink-beach-travel-guide.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>GRANDE SANTA CRUZ ISLAND ZAMBOANGA</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="harleys-food-and-craft-beers" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">HARLEY'S FOOD & CRAFT BEERS</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>ADDRESS:</strong> <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/SPLoYiBpvmp" rel="nofollow">YUBENCO FOOD COMPLEX</a> | <strong>CONTACT NUMBER:</strong> +63 (917) 727-0406 | <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 3:00PM - 12:00AM | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/harleysZC/" rel="nofollow">FB</a></font></p> <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 title="Harley's Food Craft Beers Zamboanga Food Trip" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Harley's Food Craft Beers Zamboanga Food Trip" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkJxMJviBX2ebvgUvVFGkAevAbTdz9yLl2Y5uoB1W-onTrJ2_xyvfKtjL-ZxZt0auNUDmSthGsVpErOTxAQ7bhvmMxd4occqOT8O3rtLcD7JDC_IT46EdracLPbKDjxUIeBWfFOIv3sQ2N/s1600/20181007-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0061.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;">HARLEY’S FOOD & CRAFT BEERS IN ZAMBOANGA CITY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>As if we’re not stuffed full yet, we decided on checking out the food scene at the <em>Yubenco Food Complex</em>. Actually, we’re not looking for chow, what we’re looking for is a drink. Again, it was a surprise to find a craft beer bar in Zamboanga City. Actually, Harley’s Food & Craft Beers serves halal dishes, but they do serve beer. Connect that.</p> <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 title="Harley's Food Craft Beers Zamboanga Food Trip" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Harley's Food Craft Beers Zamboanga Food Trip" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLhyphenhyphenVxtv7Mq-YIejH5eEhHqkQE-dlQPJUezl68Hd80z8WIDglplbYaVAN6YgLoCjcj9ZPPHpkjzGrcWNNcqeVzZKtqDVKGiNoX3LXzYqpJXeBA6ZbmpTDlm67VhyoEXHE5zUI17o9B8Cnr/s1600/20181007-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0066.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;">HARLEY’S SECOND FLOOR</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <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 title="Harley's Food Craft Beers Zamboanga Food Trip" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Harley's Food Craft Beers Zamboanga Food Trip" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihMmd4MSqBTSeoPFakDgy_Ef8XOPZV38Rz_wF3J0fKFis3jLFA0X67fbIN-YgqKmqRTMfRFV8HMocgQxq1JWAUKOXbIWBJU-JNpGuu33F338IS9_vgCMyo7_E4_GqpvAlSIaMnXTyaP33f/s1600/20181007-ZAMBOANGA-P9-0020.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;">HARLEY’S BEER FLIGHTS TASTING SET</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The motorbike-themed restaurant currently has a total of nine craft beers, with more than a few utilizing local flavors like <i>biosong</i> lime and Arabica coffee from Bukidnon. Since we’re really not here to binge, we simply ordered a couple of their <strong>beer flights</strong>, each one consisting of four 500ml of craft beer, just so we can sample everything. Some of the notables were Harley’s <strong>El Chonngo Blanco</strong> and the <strong>Sultan Coffee Stout</strong>. Alright, beer-tasting over, now gimme a Red Horse, lol.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="andis-special-satti" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">ANDY'S SPECIAL SATTI</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>ADDRESS:</strong> <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/kRvLo9hjcBQ2" rel="nofollow">C. ATILANO ST., BRGY. TETUAN</a> | <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 6:00AM - 6:00PM | <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFZwM4cntMOFZ7LtV05AlwZdrfbvJcYg2n3OJ--qja3J42hK_RFW47sBD9O0oCPwPkUcfpb8JApp95Jw4bIFYP8-6E7it1d_fVVhLh-u0HhzjrXXLK25Qv1OhJq6zJ8YWlnCtHeoNXcN4CQQaCSfEITpxunZoTOBccFdxdF2rlSbLlTVH1ByLg19--k9a8/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-P9-0006.jpg" rel="nofollow">MENU</a></font></p> <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 title="Andy's Special Satti Zamboanga Food Trip" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Andy's Special Satti Zamboanga Food Trip" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgouVcQhvmlR3aKcRcXXGL4NLhhfDDkrbMsTW9xV-wEeWc3eEIpmr8SsyDezgdDoCqnuYuEf-aKyZFeroiHYJsngVec8ZVRtYZCDhgG5iRO9HkJHIHFVVV7Ub6zTu6bybK-lRtaVLLRCGwV/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0016.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;">ANDY’S SPECIAL SATTI IN ZAMBOANGA CITY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>One of the staple breakfast in Zamboanga City is <em>satti</em>. It’s very similar to the South East Asian <em>satay</em>—a grilled skewer of chicken or beef that’s then lathered with peanut sauce. The main difference is that Zamboanga’s <em>satti</em> swims on the sauce, which is reddish and slightly spicy with a very subtle hint of peanuts, along with chopped portions of rice cooked on coconut leaves they call <i>puso</i>.</p> <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 title="Andy's Special Satti Zamboanga Food Trip" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px 2px 0px 3px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Andy's Special Satti Zamboanga Food Trip" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXbpyHrC7Fj6CWZsogQbHjGDbvv53vDHpyj8LqeaEl7GloN4JIdbQQCnmLxE6NNTy3FkfpGftTLEQwAnK0U-EyAR92zOy5I5MGaUHCzXwHUdHtHQzrfyrZd4v9spGJceIZ6fhH-4ZauaEB/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0008.jpg" width="369" height="492" /><img title="Andy's Special Satti Zamboanga Food Trip" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 2px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Andy's Special Satti Zamboanga Food Trip" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfnlmBEbObY1HC4le7sVFEj6JpptgSvD6GRnS-VCUF2krQK75fZOvzTfq1LtwSKEF5Jx7ABjQPqEsrBPusuUpAX543HxXBbE-7Abh07FTp_rWVtq8k0rETCY7ZGRwSICrm3QxD3tdWkGoZ/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0004.jpg" width="328" height="492" /></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;">SATTI IS A REGULAR BREAKFAST FARE IN ZAMBOANGA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <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 title="Andy's Special Satti Zamboanga Food Trip Puso" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 3px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Andy's Special Satti Zamboanga Food Trip Puso" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcwi0S2SX1X9iBAiFLWJmLXoif4FRAYedWcA8t5kqJ8OFtpgvcGzb6acpSY_fasyJ2dYjSs_v8brIEh96EvHA7qXTbWpoyB04SwlNaCdFG5lsmOR1hw3MG38buT1oZF_ruyY9nhrecutKg/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0014.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;">PUSO IS RICE COOKED INSIDE A WEAVED COCONUT LEAF</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Andy’s is one of the three most popular <em>satti</em> houses in the city along with Jimmy’s Sati and Johnny’s Morning Sun Satti. And like them, these places are located on humble <i>carinderia</i>-like settings. Superb, cheap, and filling morning fare.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="hacienda-de-palmeras-hotel-and-restaurant" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">HACIENDA DE PALMERAS HOTEL & RESTAURANT</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>ADDRESS:</strong> <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/R8q1PE6Kjuo" rel="nofollow">PASONANCA ROAD., BRGY. STA. MARIA</a> | <strong>CONTACT NUMBER:</strong> +63 (62) 991-3284 | <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 10:00AM - 10:00PM | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hacienda.palmeras/" rel="nofollow">FB</a> | <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH_F7L6bH-2IzOkOZO1UQ0Ne66nfpNDranJjahl79YHks6CJwTvQ2qsOkzz8QmsswIEZqEm9zwx4sTpC9XYm0GJOsr9hm_MECkbpJLZhYBjzs1JJcFqQjCyTV5yRWQS4SHwDkhpp_YJ0PqHJhRJiYCGifm-DdswxXvRDuJGPxxKOJi-TblIv0zQJVmWdRI/s1600/349152352_760053418942744_7211289122857518541_n.jpg" rel="nofollow">MENU</a></font></p> <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 title="Hacienda De Palmeras Zamboanga Food Trip Crispy Pata" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Hacienda De Palmeras Zamboanga Food Trip Crispy Pata" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVe1r6b9f-ldttOKQGXWaDClR9tpR1w8Cr4E2PVAnYPgPmGkpXL86YnvYaSXsk4u749fq8RGs64PpxTJjv5Ig88b4x53VrJbkjxEY-LRpc2Vx_m5hKhsJG2MdLAIjQ5lyCgqaggiZncS6L/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0018.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;">HACIENDA DE PALMERAS’ CRISPY PATA (₱689.00 MEDIUM)</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Hacienda de Palmeras’ in-house restaurant is one of the most popular dining venues in Zamboanga City. With plaid tables set over a gazebo, their claim to fame is the <strong>Knicker Bocker </strong>(₱131.00), their version of the Filipino <em>halo-halo</em> which fuses sliced sweet mangoes, bananas, and gelatin, topped with a scoop of ice cream.</p> <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; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI6ucuav0sbr4nB4_BFI4DMKUmma7HgJQJuagmoBtYE9qT-JkmHGkdVe97I8WF5Z9N8AV6qGb88GF0QClDh0nUGooFxh4phHoxOsb15Iyl6xUndznxYyMsvgxrMYijBWRNipacDo-61fvG8y1E7f41uIq-SZWfNggVQ-29kmsk0_vyu5HJuWSVKvF2dCPJ/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0019.jpg" width="348" height="464" /> <img style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSEbtl-u-NB0kpNGXo3LFgXXNnBe_1umsqqdt6fgdu-LK-ZVPrxm6kOaYq1e_08fCJSihR3X7Jlq_xC1RD1kQ_vWw6YjLs7nSczC8M9cKyBfyYB8kpxvI69eyKjHOlVHtf8j5PJpF1rfjPRKoecov76KybgUL-Bx6i6fsXkdu_EKNK-wtz8ztcu00lAfI6/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0014.jpg" width="348" height="464" /></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;">KNICKER BOCKER ~ ₱131.00 | CRISPY NOODLES</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <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 title="Hacienda De Palmeras Zamboanga Food Trip Gambas" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Hacienda De Palmeras Zamboanga Food Trip Gambas" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLoiiNyS2ci9uMiKjeDxvXTcPpgOqm5z9J7emxuLcr1O2jtKLyFhDJ6goAlQlRISRdzBXtxrT4TFlGyew8T8h85aK1_Sp0JWrh_RYv2A7wipaIBmGceXsVTRou22VUYL7BYRZ707VWkB4S/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0016.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;">SIZZLING GAMBAS ~ <span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">₱383.00</span></span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>But since I’m really not a sweet-tooth-kinda-guy, I was more enamored with their lunch offerings, particularly their <strong>crispy noodles, </strong>cheesy <strong>baked <em>imbao</em> clams</strong> (₱272.00)<strong>, sizzling gambas</strong> (₱383.00), and their heart-stopping version of <strong>crispy <em>pata</em></strong> (₱689.00 medium). Deliciously sinful! </p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="bar-code" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">BAR CODE</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>ADDRESS:</strong> <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/VhFJKTbwGgs" rel="nofollow">RIZAL ST., DOWNTOWN</a> | <strong>CONTACT NUMBER:</strong> +63 (926) 353-6349 | <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 8:00AM - 11:55PM, MON-FRI | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/BarcodeRestaurantsZamboanga/" rel="nofollow">FB</a> | <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguONg42uK61FSsMlUr1fXiTuLvdf3WU-HRi0OKzvyqHa13Udxr8dQ8VR0tCjSbqLk8j_em9sfhaHguKnzxPB3jYUjwt4e1qwnPzN1GFRj-0RRoGIWDBnq3azwRTB-xBWRWsdHxAz2K81BRDH5TGWBpK-kzMNmP2CLEESP2UvymGYvhZnCu8HYGdaX_gSRE/s16000/277665639_2163657023797616_1321703978493846343_n.jpg" rel="nofollow">MENU</a></font></p> <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 title="Bar Code Zamboanga Food Trip" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Bar Code Zamboanga Food Trip" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioWHgtQ4WgNT06yOJAW8MPNKnfc5A3khsSkVwZBiSwdyfq_AOEGW5U3gXsLqx4zkJ_gky3ZkfO_phLuFYxY00KHJammzTlyQ5I_AnDcdfucL-LgnP3Xj-5HMvC-H63u6n3rILwio-3RvdL/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0057.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;">BARCODE IN ZAMBOANGA CITY</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Situated right at the center of happenings in Zamboanga City, Bar Code is a popular hangout for those wanting a few bottles of beer while chowing down traditional Filipino comfort food on sizzling plates while listening to a live band.</p> <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 title="Bar Code Zamboanga Food Trip" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Bar Code Zamboanga Food Trip" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjH-5NjGUq8bdwUlkbbdviX4Gdm2PMwuepwvhncn690Jw_F-VEZQEbmXPRGZNorH0uCB2i4bLmiXTwztNYAF654XiuJomDEK-prlUU8PKg5hcrJPOqPQYahTwBKjrOdckYKWxRsck6SJNZf/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0068.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;">BARCODE’S TIULA ITUM ~ ₱248.00</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We got to try out a few of their favorites—<strong><em>chopseuy guisado </em></strong>(₱158.00), <strong>buttered chicken</strong> (₱188.00), and <strong><em>pancit </em>seafood <strong><em></em></strong></strong>(₱158.00), to name a few. Among these, their <strong>sizzling chicken <em>pianggang</em></strong> <strong><em></em></strong>(₱168.00) definitely stood out for me.</p> <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 title="Bar Code Zamboanga Food Trip Sizzling Chicken Pianggang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Bar Code Zamboanga Food Trip Sizzling Chicken Pianggang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgboCfOxnr2ycgOSOmxS5zhsukU3DrCv-R8zM_63z8r2nvgBgLLeRQKpXu1jqF8B2_wPNFwLCJwSM5Z5l0p_4wmWYcC3h5rCDEF9R3xplH6zY0pTQj9NfVoV_GlrgKELweFa4gfmX2S8cKL/s1600/20181008-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0071.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;">SIZZLING CHICKEN PIANGGANG ~ ₱168.00</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>If you want a much livelier and scenic location to dine on, they also have a smaller branch at Paseo Del Mar which fronts the sea.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="dennis-coffee-garden" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">DENNIS COFFEE GARDEN</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>ADDRESS:</strong> <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/vmYMumTkZH92" rel="nofollow">SAN JOSE RD., BRGY. BALIWASAN</a> | <strong>CONTACT NUMBER:</strong> +63 (995) 820-6642 | <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 9:00AM - 11:00PM | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/denniscoffeegarden" rel="nofollow">FB</a> | <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyvYi6Ne-QFZBqVOH0RJ0hQWlRmdOSeY9jywuU3l5BvggJAcu7ZaffJzaxoQXJFhtjTbbO3U3RjmZThKyPiScJZtozQ-dlfs0HfEx3DsjHHvEcwdHN-tAv1FKmhKVYNHngyAjy-8u-6looXIhgKTtdn_A9arF-FRtI_tEasZ9ysQUQ0ELyhrkOd5ERn8Fq/s1600/Untitled-2.jpg" rel="nofollow">MENU</a></font></p> <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 title="Dennis Coffee Garden Zamboanga Food Trip" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Dennis Coffee Garden Zamboanga Food Trip" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwdA-i0ysVJGT1CiPwzntP3x-sKKEAig5qxCZcxjBkYxR7LAqFB_H0UGrQA94kDIfaYJVdZuTWbvPAEGOYK_uVhRZBGLVmsOvytYqbS7MPxjwtobMKJ8Z44aSO6q34VWkAM1RDT3uI_if-/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0080.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;">A TAUSUG PLATTER AT DENNIS COFFEE GARDEN</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Dennis Coffee Garden is one of the best restaurants I’ve tried in Zamboanga City. The restaurant originated from Sulu and has been serving Tausug dishes since 1962. Spell legit.</p> <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 title="Dennis Coffee Garden Zamboanga Food Trip Chicken Pianggang" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Dennis Coffee Garden Zamboanga Food Trip Chicken Pianggang" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhkiIJ73xTgmxrdR63Nln0dR75x86Beilf7a0NWqGF2IbYAB_0mtL7maHRDzCzoSBXzZ8eQ7hfQO1S3gZUAiyDgZN7eUzDLFu2nA4FJqKjZqWauMNOmZ-dv9-TF4v2O7ey02-kp64e6lSN/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0079.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;">DENNIS COFFEE GARDEN’S <span style="color: rgb(152, 152, 152); letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: xx-small;">TIYULA ITUM</span></span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Literally housed inside a house—a former residential home, that is—I sampled some of the best Moro Cuisine I’ve had in Zamboanga City here. From their snacks and entrees like <em><strong>panggi-panggi</strong></em> (deep-fried bread similar to a donut), <em><strong>jualan saing</strong></em> (fried bananas), and <em><strong>pastil</strong></em> (empanada dipped in hot vinegar), to their main fares like the <strong>chicken <em>pianggang</em></strong>, <em><strong>kulma</strong> </em>(beef in curry paste), <em><strong>tiula itum, utak utak</strong> </em>(fried fish cake)—everything was done extremely well.</p> <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 title="Dennis Coffee Garden Zamboanga Food Trip Panggi Panggi" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Dennis Coffee Garden Zamboanga Food Trip Panggi Panggi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBKHx6RgU9pm0qLwrHWzIqFGPnRv69CkJmWNSS3BbVgkT1N1vXqMgUF92_DvvsLfMlP-N2tASdNyyuOx5nZY_5jPctjRWCVeh44BhfvHamzKJd2jQgqZ9JT6VhW6vmoKH-xibNJwji-HQI/s1600/20181009-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0087.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;">PANGGI-PANGGI</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Dennis Coffee Garden has recently opened a second branch inside the KCC Mall De Zamboanga. It’s a great alternative if the original location is too inaccessible for you, though the house ambience of the original branch definitely can’t be matched.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="country-chicken-restaurant" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">COUNTRY CHICKEN RESTAURANT</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>ADDRESS:</strong> <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/fvwahDtTNGo" rel="nofollow">KM4 PASONANCA ROAD </a> | <strong>CONTACT NUMBER:</strong> +63 (62) 993-3862 | <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 11:00AM - 10:00PM | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Country-Chicken-Restaurant-455913057816798/" rel="nofollow">FB</a></font></p> <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 title="Country Chicken Restaurant Zamboanga Food Trip" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Country Chicken Restaurant Zamboanga Food Trip" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjzB7h3M_OGsfSDR64P6sxMmk0bvkofNi-s4DwmEMhtGK3eQCpmIUElZ9YNmNty1h0WtKhnLwAmNw0mtQL6lcRbRWH5-4e2aghduuSS94TYX4blYUfHFWl6fzLTqIJwo5rul-re-yi7Ynd/s1600/20181010-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0061.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;">COUNTRY CHICKEN RESTAURANT’S HOMEY INTERIORS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Having been around since the seventies, Country Chicken is one of the oldest restaurants in Zamboanga City. Besides chicken, they serve Filipino and Spanish dishes, with them specializing more on the latter.</p> <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 title="Country Chicken Restaurant Zamboanga Food Trip Seafood Paella" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Country Chicken Restaurant Zamboanga Food Trip Seafood Paella" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyyvzMo_yqSLakMS3TXakwtuOew7Lfwo7Pd6J4TJn5CJHRWsBiyvceGIyoeLZyichqX30jRYwNMa9_jXqSBhHGb27B9-v-7KR-26bMZysaqejYSLIlVV_NIhVw2NpzH6L5MFSM1hSQ1g7m/s1600/20181010-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0167.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;">SEAFOOD PAELLA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <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 title="Country Chicken Restaurant Zamboanga Food Trip" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Country Chicken Restaurant Zamboanga Food Trip" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfufhmVy3i0AMMO2ZBUAZwt4WDfJuTCx34NTPlGIYcVZNnUX1Bc5J6e-V4sCh7AHmbiGPXeK11mG2LDs_8T2jLDIKU-Wd4kjY7IdB5_-kG-tbkeAVgufvc0vepJLeOPq9YHL_XVbVceyJ6/s1600/20181010-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0168.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;">BEEF CALLOS</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Under the rustic and cozy atmosphere of their interiors, we devoured their <strong>seafood paella, crispy <em>pata, beef callos</em></strong>, and, of course, their <strong>fried chicken</strong>, with gusto. More than the chicken though, their <em>callos </em>won over everyone’s heart.</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="vista-del-mar-restaurant" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">VISTA DEL MAR RESTAURANT</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>ADDRESS:</strong> <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/QBBT52mFPb72" rel="nofollow">LABUAN-LAMPARA ROAD</a> | <strong>CONTACT NUMBER:</strong> +63 (62) 991-1208 | <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 8:00AM - 5:00PM | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/vistadelmarresortzamboanga/" rel="nofollow">FB</a></font></p> <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 title="Vista Del Mar Restaurant Zamboanga Food Trip" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Vista Del Mar Restaurant Zamboanga Food Trip" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhohwKKIZyToEDz61drt6p2uQsSH5DJsfDOhqnGJf-I0yCkqKF3faDCVM4YvbVcahcBTiauQkdaC4slSSdcDGQq4Ha1SPaXS2OQEc7z0TjzE6rCRdnANa2i1HcWICajawXkMc7fFb5yyH9v/s1600/20181010-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0018.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;">VILLA DEL MAR’S RESTAURANT</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Vista Del Mar Restaurant was our last stop for our Zamboanga food trip. Vista del Mar is actually a sprawling nature-inspired resort and a popular picnic place for locals. Their restaurant is set on a huge open-aired two-storey hut right by the sea.</p> <p><a href="https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&cid=1649989&hid=648602" rel="nofollow"><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/AVvXsEjwR_7r84wmuakMhPiNihGVvVE8qaNqogSb1quVsm0R9hl1I3TQlxwjXAoAQLNv0oarvXYrcqvUAaGtltrKh4ArMR4Uya_H5RBwmxzaUrz1g5LKntlJGcSHyL2ejUnD0iywLnoHYBE5qyoMbSOaQKSa9O5ysqDvVGGF9wXpoOVx-se6zYeWKyJ9rlCFCqLr/s1600/Hotel.png" /></a></p> <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 title="Vista Del Mar Restaurant Zamboanga Food Trip Ensalada de Chamba" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Vista Del Mar Restaurant Zamboanga Food Trip Ensalada de Chamba" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQlh7mLi6iTRP6OzNR65g49bSETsOaYIElE9w5BV9sDQFTO8VYwshskv1QzzU0XQSGZiDGX7cgRG2Xr3dRjikWxjmxQAfCPLgAU-x7a_25O-dflh_PSQpetG6mq2DiC6tgrzqL1i6RfqYQ/s1600/20181010-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0004.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;">ENSALADA DE CHAMBA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <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 title="Vista Del Mar Restaurant Zamboanga Food Trip Baked Imbao" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Vista Del Mar Restaurant Zamboanga Food Trip Baked Imbao" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCRrwNPgoFYSX4p0ZQyMfK8HU0M2t8TiqWY7Xigrb37nc4hIW47XJDG7e3YaXDY3BrTcXQifoJ5b1xTQpzc_2FtBfQw_TTjNr310IzZFBdBI31RDbNSTjaBce6KYkLsC39QowxMmlIP8iH/s1600/20181010-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0011.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;">BAKED IMBAO</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>A long table was set on the second floor filled with platefuls of <strong>crisply fried shrimps</strong>, <strong>baked <em>imbao</em> clams</strong>, <strong>grilled squid</strong>, and their house specialties—<em><strong>ensalada de chamba</strong></em> (salad with eggplants and tomatoes, garnished with red onions and topped with sliced salted eggs), <strong>crispy <em>dinuguan</em></strong> (blood pudding topped with pork lechon <em>kawali</em>), and last, but not the least, their <strong>steamed <em>curacha</em></strong> which comes with its own delectable sauce that can rival those at Alavar. And they have a special way of getting to its meat too by pressing a plate down on the <em>curacha</em> to crack it open.</p> <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 title="Vista Del Mar Restaurant Zamboanga Food Trip Curacha" style="border-width: 0px; margin: 0px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Vista Del Mar Restaurant Zamboanga Food Trip Curacha" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha6MjqtPcUw-1kHf_i4lZ4SLYMPQwYFFKDiiK5-eOnhYONyAKDlFTeJ4pXBz7JjWzhSPhWS_GOs1aZ1-Zkn_jcQ1CmAAmCeNsXHLXx8vmpBQZTct18YuEM0WoYlsm3tyuAsuMApmQp7IQa/s1600/20181010-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0020.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;">HOW TO OPEN A STEAMED CURACHA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>It was one of the best seafood meals we’ve had in Zamboanga City, and needless to say, I was gut-bustingly full after the course. I think I overindulged on their <em>dinuguan</em> and crispy shrimps!</p> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="mandarin-tea-garden" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">MANDARIN TEA GARDEN</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>ADDRESS:</strong> 2ND FLR. KCC MALL DE ZAMBOANGA, GOV. CAMINS ROAD | <strong>CONTACT NUMBER:</strong> +63 (977) 803-0580 | <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 9:00AM - 9:00PM | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mandarinteagardenmain" rel="nofollow">FB</a> | <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf2WiLbznT0b1LHht6GXg3SfCd4r9aPlnxyXZwMAeOqNX2psW2CLonmIL9zVV-qCpZBRlgtztvRqE2JUiEB9iPipVFyYQgQPP_5ZfZv1XorcPJ8j82H7SPf5rfS7vtkLHfAP0b1B-AAXMosXyr7frp0uhc3W7sfbdwLGeQs_Z8xg-jKaxlQPOxpNDO78E1/s1600/20230429-ZAMBOANGA-P30-0047.jpg" rel="nofollow">MENU 1</a>, <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3sCX7V7A-na5mKG-ymN-4n8RtHLo9X43cWUxH5K8rO1lR3uFk63ZJyBprpDJWmQfLlu4bPm9DNHZgm6fzNZLxN0_UbQgtMIhlpYjoQaLC-EM-Excx4uYxe6gu7bO05NPQ2hm2elUv8bz55XbIjE-pDv0XZgzAJgmi_clhjgFK0xUJlEv2-h5GKGj6BjtI/s1600/20230429-ZAMBOANGA-P30-0048.jpg">MENU 2</a></font></p> <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 title="Zamboanga Food Trip Mandarin Tea Garden" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Zamboanga Food Trip Mandarin Tea Garden" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghBPJxPAunQhb80uT2Y0qVjbLlT9-BTQG4NdnBWKpGPGeaKwTiB0c1mE3hi3USMh_aytzLnvYu9-gFqJGhq9j0gyZFgsLQTCMXpOylV1Y7oHkFsdoPV70czJBiSI17b9IS0su5zFR9nNbpCK5-xS3vXgYK6cdDoX2Ykwe7Erosj6eg9macN__7p6acYrrO/s1600/20230429-ZAMBOANGA-P30-0050.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;">MANDARIN TEA GARDEN IN KCC MALL DE ZAMBOANGA</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>Chinese food isn’t really the first thing you’d think of having when you think about a Zamboanga City food trip, but if ever you crave for it, the Mandarin Tea Garden at KCC Mall de Zamboanga is worth a shot. This is actually a popular Chinese restaurant in Mindanao, with the original one from Davao, and has branches in CDO, Surigao, GenSan, to name a few.</p> <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 title="Zamboanga Food Trip Mandarin Tea Garden" style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Zamboanga Food Trip Mandarin Tea Garden" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiC9fKTxPBn0PP58dbvf4h5oaK6oFauN2Fe_bolX_RAYOmcGFENP0t5kb_I8szNfCFqKSeOpVPxG1IgQPWF5e_SbZmntAIBu1vQMAulQjh0GkxOO98bukrvxz7STI71-RO01NK0LmNd-QMyMAVg9mvj9xvcJ2JPpwhtqlQ7x4B_IWmGsR0gZ3dtTitL2Sa/s1600/20230429-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0005.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;">MANDARIN TEA GARDEN COMBO D ~ ₱215.00</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>The restaurant is located inside a mall, so it’s air-conditioned and has a decent minimalist interiors. We initially thought of eating at the nearby Dennis Coffee Garden, but found its price to be a bit prohibitive, so we settled with Mandarin Tea Garden with their midrange food prices.</p> <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 title="Zamboanga Food Trip Mandarin Tea Garden" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Zamboanga Food Trip Mandarin Tea Garden" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjErUq6qj_LD00IlFltd8-nQwylzkP8iSeXSpRHY3Hlb_oYobuXQHOKuxr0hvdzXvAHHnbuWrIeNfloMgeBgw6g_suUoDzl0ClhErAxuNNaGX9cWiaK9siunNuFs6LHL2GVh7ZxPaz96SH_HMWvbZdKjRreidCqB8v_DEhe2w_AS2ht5_Lx9D2YotkTd8BR/s1600/20230429-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0002.jpg" width="348" height="523" /> <img title="Zamboanga Food Trip Mandarin Tea Garden Siopao" style="border: 0px currentcolor; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Zamboanga Food Trip Mandarin Tea Garden Siopao" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyjQOBSgOQ-yiAW7r8xqbtJoW_xMjKRbkAlvGSsMsy7SY-zt2nIhIYz475onLkEw8ZO_Em-th5Y8AiMJqoXf-hnI7BMNkdf8a-BLR6Rs6FLHjpn1fZDiwo3XU1Vx1dnn1razC0V2bFoOH9RPcCdm8RRRYo-YSOr6PUhPzr4dJHL-EGZAyo25qtkQYrN6Nc/s1600/20230429-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0003.jpg" width="348" height="523" /></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;">WANTON NOODLE SOUP ~ ₱130.00 | REGULAR ASADO SIOPAO ~ ₱48.00</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>We ordered a bowl of <strong>wanton noodle soup</strong> (₱130.00), <strong>regular <em>asado siopao</em></strong> (₱48.00), and <strong>Combo Meal D</strong> (₱215.00) which consists of fried rice, pancit canton, sweet & sour fish fillet, shrimp crackers, and <em>buchi</em>. Everything tasted as they should—nothing over the top, nothing bad—just what you’d expect from a comforting Chinese meal.</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►EAT MORE: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/10/best-siopao-in-metro-manila.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>BEST SIOPAO IN METRO MANILA</strong></font></a></center> <br /> <br /> <h2 id="ole-ole-mari-makan-restaurant" align="left"><font size="5" face="Century Gothic">OLE OLE MARI MAKAN RESTAURANT</font></h2> <p><font size="1"><strong>ADDRESS:</strong> <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/A58c2KWew5Z4TQBf7" rel="nofollow">SAN JOSE ROAD, BRGY. STO. NINO</a> | <strong>CONTACT NUMBER:</strong> +63 (906) 573-8906 | <strong>OPENING HOURS:</strong> 10:30AM - 3:00AM | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/OleOleMalaysia.ph/" rel="nofollow">FB</a> | <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZy_eQkZBeAftAD_XOcz5hQGpY3yMv8AB_oMikiRemExq_H7-nlIoOw79KaL4RWyjiXSTD40u4ZnuoET-CRLXBKDTttdEM-u_TaYkUYy6U7ReXE5XcvT9mB0TE8lDIm6p7okA6Ne5c9WgTpFZHGvUpRCm2GAakhmXFkvg7MQ-B99lqt4-sw7nEqD2KNFd3/s1600/Untitled-1.jpg" rel="nofollow">MENU</a></font></p> <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 title="Zamboanga Food Trip Ole Ole Mari Kan Malaysian Restaurant " style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Zamboanga Food Trip Ole Ole Mari Kan Malaysian Restaurant " src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkFxgo8TiYVXNNzeqM5AKt4XE1XFyHm-_5H74FyXlvVn2SSTiSnuKE2MSdHmnVxWJt9wfuU-yvLTxsLE0QP7NQK-bEzXw3jps5khHDpuuEULB7_7nfjr5mudTjVwWDFGioFzfn3kEdIHoIrt7oYGVTF6pmwx_x3HpD37fcks8HUamjhCdGI2dUJ7_-K4nK/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000B-0151.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;">INSIDE OLE OLE MARI MAKAN RESTAURANT</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>With its proximity to Malaysia, Zamboanga City’s cuisine has adopted a few of its neighbor’s dishes. We found not a few Malaysian restaurants along the city, and one of the best ones we tried was Ole Ole Mari Makan Restaurant, as recommended to us by one of the staff at <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/07/affordable-budget-hotel-zamboanga-city.html"><strong>Two Seasons Executive Suites Zamboanga</strong></a> where we were staying at the time.</p> <p><a href="https://www.klook.com/en-PH/hotels/detail/534315-two-seasons-executive-suites/?aid=824" rel="nofollow"><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/AVvXsEieZv-ygxIHZXgna1D4BrBOcxh-iYJx0XkN855CcCsH6XXVvGWHlvz6fbZS7A2efZ9fb1MgGOR8Dmuq7TswUCWclF7Ffk9WdacjkXv7L8AqnS7xVliqvQ4NpMbSklERPPv6681yl4x8p0wGQrwQNbOfGGHo4FzraJdlfR9mLL8X4dHCLv8RsSqa4y047eCB/s1600/Zamboanga%20Hotel.png" /></a></p> <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 title="Zamboanga Food Trip Ole Ole Mari Kan Malaysian Restaurant " style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Zamboanga Food Trip Ole Ole Mari Kan Malaysian Restaurant " src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4B4qlzFTTzliOFABBQPb7iLXyICFDnB_KlD_oyqZjKKIX9dALQ5X8VVb4pgFiUv_isdLVpFF1s45RcY_rFUVvPCWQMvf2lI780MBKOR5DQ5BLTDA5NhMbJ34K8SPE3OSNbE_vTfFIhK7Df9RBDsUI_CxcMZTzP_D7SF_LfKurYxnhuNHfugNtFnWVzLj2/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0130.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;">SPECIAL MEE GORENG ~ ₱65.00</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>They offer mostly Malaysian dishes along with a couple of Thai ones. We requested for plates of <strong>special<em> mee goreng</em></strong> (₱65.00) and <em><strong>nasi goreng kampung</strong></em> (₱75.00), and paired it with glasses of <em><strong>kopi ais</strong> </em>(₱75.00). It was a bit strange that their iced coffee is more expensive than their <em>mee goreng</em> (stir-fried noodles).</p> <center><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>►FULL LIST: </strong></font><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2023/09/zamboanga-mee-goreng-malaysian-restaurants.html"><font size="4" face="Century Gothic"><strong>ZAMBOANGA MEE GORENG</strong></font></a></center> <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 title="Zamboanga Food Trip Ole Ole Mari Kan Malaysian Restaurant " style="border: 0px currentcolor; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" alt="Zamboanga Food Trip Ole Ole Mari Kan Malaysian Restaurant " src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg2VlbeoScybAC1Bs7s8pYCdMZUmgHYH5rBIHIeu2KAKNv748C7CTuL9Y2WwYgmAHR5N_3KPKPyWZzPSxdsNB7sUV0n7uGTeMvlbWj-8sP0RxPTjnlQ7OQnHPPhk9NFc1hszyoMPRkFmXNSVFL9d6-9B0KZOoerM5EFnW5qTopQEx5km63S__2enXFEzzr/s1600/20230501-ZAMBOANGA-A6000S-0131.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;">NASI GORENG KAMPUNG ~ ₱85.00</span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <p>It was the best mee goreng we’ve tried in Zamboanga so far. The flavor was similar to those we feast on along Malaysia’s <a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/2015/02/jalan-alor-food-trip-bukit-bintang-kl.html"><strong>Jalan Alor Food Street</strong></a>. They do serve it a little differently though, the egg is soft boiled and not fried, they use cabbage instead of mustard leaves, and they top it with a cucumber. Still, it was so good, we immediately ordered another one. <br /> <br />Their <em>nasi goreng kampung</em>, which comes with fried egg and bits of chicken toppings, was also superb and so was their <em>kopi ais</em>.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><img style="margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; border: 0px currentcolor; float: left; display: inline; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8V_PLkKdax3zI-lJNVd2p0FoWFVd17rFyqrgbbXP-Iwag4bF0AQ12A7Ezopzb5i5BpUX6PHvfUy1VRo-YIcT0aVsnZt-ay2VPt7hdaV9UPslNshMAUaHPufK0Ct-ZKXYVS4v1RGDkDgVD/s1600/Zamboanga+Location+Map.jpg" align="left" /></p> <p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">iTravel Tourist Lane Zamboanga Tours</font></strong> <br />Address: Mayor Jaldon St., Canelar, Zamboanga City  <br />Contact Number: (0917) 724-3199 <br />Email: info@itraveltouristlane.com  <br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ZamboangaiTravelTouristLane/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.itraveltouristlane.com/" rel="nofollow">Website</a>  <br clear="all" /><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/search/label/Zamboanga%20Peninsula+2018?&max-results=8"><img style="border-width: 0px; margin: 10px auto 7px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 0px; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhszge4kdTxAVTMFVXX2U-JzMHd6hSP7YiKeWYXiAI5cbKDEe-6fPKs8XdMgM_7cOegNx57WhmolPUFxt_agdv-6DFyejbdIOOnE3Mi_066ooW3o10roPmBjN7BmPm_YKLjbP1Og3QqkRso/s1600/ZAMBOANGA+SERIES.png" /></a></p> <p><a href="https://www.lakadpilipinas.com/search/label/Zamboanga%20City+2023?max-results=8"><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/AVvXsEjBdkU7vw6oYwZyBbFf1AYTfFuqQ_mTAk4qLZqIMNrgmjPw8hA0OUHQFdhEY2Jh5rTzIeZqYe-hraFJ00CJQTovgZI1Mo_glgtkYzz8c7_MZJAHxWOBJQbO8JJaSiKwvLpJ4pzmaG2QlZfiJDTAR3cABqky_K5Y1Np8xL-IAsuJySRkR-FO0qUD-VQAl0Yr/s1600/FOLLOW.png" /></a></p>Lakad Pilipinashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13201687289174449553noreply@blogger.com2