Malaysia has been hit really bad in the tourism sector and since the RMCO in Malaysia was issued on the 9th of June 2020, Malaysians can now start travelling domestically as part of the Cuti Cuti Malaysia campaign to help boost our local tourism economy.
Since the 18th of March, most Malaysians have been locked up in their homes under the Movement Control Order or MCO and this came as a huge shock to many. The MCO was then followed by the CMCO which was a conditional order, and this too did not allow most people to travel due to the interstate travel bans.
At the end of three months, the built-up desire to travel anywhere became an urge with many people just waiting for the Malaysian government to lift the travel restrictions.
And the good news came in early June when the CMCO was changed to the RMCO or recovery order which lifted the interstate travel ban on the 9th of June, 2020.
Now, Malaysians are travelling around the country while many are also seeking an island retreat to release some of the frustrations of being locked down in their homes for almost 100 days.
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| The breathtaking view of the Tanjung Rhu Resort beach. |
Five Star Resort in Langkawi with RMCO Promotions
One of the desired destinations to explore for a beach vacation is no other than Langkawi Island, which is located in the North of Malaysia and only a 40-minute flight from Kuala Lumpur.
But choosing the right resort is also crucial for many as many categories are ranging from ultra-luxury to family-friendly places and this time around, I will be focusing on the best of both worlds for just one highly-recommended resort.
This simply means that the resort meets the demands of those seeking a little luxury and yet being able to afford it with your loved ones or family.
The Tanjung Rhu Resort is one of these places where the famous and warm Malaysian hospitality will greet visitors the minute you step in.
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| Sea view from one of the rooms at the resort. |
Located at probably the most beautiful beach in all of Langkawi Island, the property sits on its own piece of land that stretches over 200 acres and away from other properties. This simply means that you will experience privacy at its best.
With the Coronavirus or Covid19 affecting everyone in the hotel and travel industry, Tanjung Rhu Resort is also one of them, but with creative thinking, the management has come up with their own RMCO promotions for Malaysians and those who have permanent residencies here.
Before I get to what is being offered in terms of promotions, let me just share with you why I like staying at the Tanjung Rhu Resort.
And for your added information, I have been a regular visitor to Langkawi in the last decade where I have stayed at numerous properties all over the island. But at the end of the day, one of them has become my favourite resort.
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| The beautiful landscape views from the Tanjung Rhu Resort |
Why I Like Tanjung Rhu Resort?
The golden question is why I like staying here and the truth be told, it is the seclusion and professionalism of this property that reminds me of what an island getaway is all about.
Some of you may know that Tanjung Rhu Resort has been around for over 20 years, and till this very day, it still manages to impress most visitors with its unique location, beautiful landscapes, warm hospitality and overall simplicity without trying too hard.
Some 5-star resorts are seen to try too hard to impress guests and often, that takes away the natural warmth of the resort. Some are too easy-going where they end up being just like a 3-star hotel and some are just located in the wrong place.
There are a lot of factors involved when selecting a place for your vacation, and to me, the idea of having my own private space without overcrowding is very important.
For me, the view also plays an important role while the facilities are secondary. For more reasons why I like this place, you can also read my Tanjung Rhu Resort review I did in 2019.
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| The main entrance to the resort which is covered in beautiful landscaping. |
Among all, the landscape and natural environment is utmost important without unnatural disturbances and over here, you have a whopping 1000 plus acres of land to explore. This includes acres of mangroves, beach forest and of course, kilometres of white-sandy beaches.
I would not be relaxed at a place where kids are screaming and running around or people are talking at the top of their voices without care of others around them. I know for a fact that many of you will have encountered these kinds of situations which tend to dampen your holiday spirits.
Therefore, if you have been travelling to many islands and resorts, you would most likely fall into my kind of travel category - relaxed, no stress, some privacy, great views and warm hospitality.
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| The special offer from the resort. |
Tanjung Rhu Resort RMCO Promotions
Let us move on to the promotions being offered by the Tanjung Rhu Resort as you will be quite impressed with what they are offering.
Currently, two main promotions are being offered to Malaysians and they are as follows;
1. Tanjung Rhu Special Offer
This special offer is suitable for couples or even a family of three of four and will last until the end of November. It also includes transfers from the airport or jetty both ways for anyone staying two nights and above.
The offer is also valid for any day throughout the week and you need to book this directly from the resort website. This special offer includes;
- Book and stay from now to 30 November
- Inclusive Breakfast
- Fruit platter in room upon arrival
- Welcome drink vouchers
- 20% on F&B and Mandara Spa (Subject to CMCO Conditions)
- Additional Adult at RM 80 and Child at RM 40 with breakfast, per night
As Tanjung has six categories of rooms available, the promotion is based on each of the room types. Rates per room for two people per night are as follows;
- Damai at RM 280
- Cahaya at RM 300
- Bayu Suria at RM 330
- Bayu Senja at RM 350
- Family Suite at RM 450 (Family Suite for 4 persons)
- Anjung Suite at RM 750
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| WeCan GetAway travel package for Tanjung Rhu Resort. |
2. ‘WeCan GetAway’ 3D/2N Package
The second package is tailored towards those who want a weekend getaway from the city and cleverly, the management named it WeCan GetAway, which of course has some wordplay to say that we can finally travel.
However, this package is only available for weekend bookings which are applicable on Friday, Saturday and Sunday only and for Malaysians or Malaysian Residents.
The package also offers a special RM 100 voucher for the Langkawi Adventure and Xtreme Park with a choice of 'Up Side Down' or '7D Cinema' experience and includes;
- Book and Stay from Now to 30 November 2020
- Inclusive Breakfast
- Inclusive of Complimentary return Airport / Jetty transfer
- Fruit platter in room upon arrival
- Welcome Drink Vouchers
- 20% on F&B and Mandara Spa (Subject to CMCO Conditions)
- Additional Adult at RM 80 and Child at RM 40 with breakfast, per night
The WeCan GetAway offer is available for all the six categories of rooms at the resort and prices are per room for two people, with two nights stay;
- Damai at RM 500
- Cahaya at RM 540
- Bayu Suria at RM 600
- Bayu Senja at RM 640
- Family Suite at RM 840 (Family Suite for 4 persons)
- Anjung Suite at RM 1,440
Again, you must remember that the price is for two persons and inclusive of breakfast and many others according to each individual package. Add-ons like extra persons are also highlighted.
How to Book This Package?
To book any of the above packages, you can just visit the official Tanjung Rhu Resort website and book directly from them. Remember, these resort room offers are valid until 30th November 2020.
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| The stunning view inside the resort facing the seaside. |
Conclusion
Well, if you are making plans to travel for a beach or island vacation within Peninsular Malaysia, Langkawi is one of the easiest to access via road, sea or flights.
Numerous airlines fly to Langkawi from all over Malaysia with some of them offering massive discounts on air tickets, some even as low as RM88.00 one way.
Personally, I would be planning my second trip to Langkawi this year to do some bird watching and landscape photography, hence you know where I will be staying at.
Finally, if you are looking for a five-star resort in Langkawi with RMCO promotions, this is one of the best deals being offered for now.