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Penang Hill – Enjoy panoramic views and the cool climate

Time always seems to pass by in a flash whenever we are travelling, doesn’t it? Without realizing, we were already into the second last day of our Penang trip. We wanted to do something relaxing with a bit of sight-seeing and hence we headed to Penang Hill. A Grab ride from G Hotel Kelawai (where […]

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Bao Sheng Durian Farm | 2D1N Durian Farm Stay | Penang

The first time I heard about Bao Sheng Durian Farm was when I watched a travel program on TV. Hence during our trip to Penang, I thought I would include a 2D1N durian farm stay in our itinerary. Just so we could experience life in the countryside. And at the same time, we could know […]

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Chowrasta Market – The Biggest & Greenest Pasar in Penang

Had some free time to spare after having breakfast at Keng Lan Huat Wantan Mee, so we just took a random walk around George Town. At the same time, we wanted to check out some street art that we didn’t get to see earlier. And somehow we ended up at the lively Chowrasta Market. The […]

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Wonderfood Museum Penang – Don’t come on an empty stomach!

Wonderfood Museum is a one-of-a-kind museum that showcases Malaysia’s local cuisine. For those who are unfamiliar with Malaysian food culture, this is definitely a must-see attraction where you can discover over 100 popular street foods and local dishes. Even if you are somewhat familiar with Malaysian food, you will still be amazed by the life-sized […]

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Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi – Penang’s Most Magnificent Chinese Clan House

Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi (or Khoo Kongsi for short) is one of the most well-known and richest Chinese clan associations in Malaysia. Their ancestral origins can be traced back some 650 years ago. The entire Khoo Kongsi complex is like a clan village comprising the clan house Leong San Tong, an administrative building with […]

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Chew Jetty (姓周桥) – Most Famous Floating Village in Penang

After our delicious loh bak and ice kacang break at Tan Jetty, we hopped over to Chew Jetty that was just a stone’s throw away. Chew Jetty is the largest and oldest clan jetty in Penang. Of all the six waterfront settlements, Chew Jetty is also the most busy and lively because it is more […]

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Kek Lok Si Temple | Largest Buddhist Temple in Malaysia

We started Day 2 in Penang with a whole morning of non-stop eating action around the Air Itam Market area. If you’ve missed out my earlier blog posts on some recommended local eats, here they are – Sister Curry Mee Te Chang You Tiao Wang Air Itam Laksa Tummies satisfied. Time to head over to […]

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Toh Soon Cafe (多春茶座) @ Campbell Street, Georgetown, Penang

Ask any local where to get good old Hainanese coffee in Georgetown, Penang, I’m sure he or she will likely point you to Toh Soon Cafe which is just two streets away from the famous Line Clear Nasi Kandar and is located in a back alley off Lebuh Campbell. It was a late afternoon on […]

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Penang, MAPS.ME and Vikram’s Sweets & Snacks

Back to Penang for half a day while on a cruise holiday aboard Sapphire Princess! For those who have yet gone on a Princess cruise or are considering to go on one, check out my blog posts on my cruising experience with Sapphire Princess last year: Sapphire Princess Cruise Review (Part 1 of 3) – […]

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