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KOMTAR Penang is one of many things to do in Georgetown Penang that’s suitable for families! As The Top KOMTAR Penang is a blend...- Batu Ferringhi Penang is another area that’s popular with tourists besides Georgetown! Especially if you like being near the ocean! There are luxury beachfront hotels,...
- Penang durian farms have been around since 3 generations ago! Most of them are pesticide-free! Fans of the King of Fruits will agree that the...
- An abundance of things to do in Georgetown Penang means you can easily spend a full day here! Most Georgetown Penang attractions are accessible on...
- Bring back a Penang souvenir home to your friends and family! Penang has artsy crafts made with skill that has transcended generations! And a variety...
- Travel from Langkawi to Penang takes less time than you would expect! You can easily visit both places in the same trip! Thus along with...
- There’s more than one Penang night market (or Penang pasar malam)! Or rather, there seems to be a different one on every day of...
- Travel from Penang airport to George Town will be top priority for any first-timers flying to Penang! Followed by transportation for getting around Penang! Most...
- Kuala Lumpur to Penang – what is the most convenient way to do it? Especially since everyone’s travel plan and budget is different! So taking...
- Love Lane of George Town, Penang is a narrow street with some history to tell! It links Farquhar Street to Chulia Street. Once known for...
- Penang transport like the public buses can get you across the island reliably. And there’s even a free shuttle that goes around George Town! However,...
- Penang shopping malls – Penang has many of these besides street food, street murals, culture and heritage! Visitors who do not know what to buy...
- Penang street art are all over George Town! Hunting for these Penang murals is a common item on many travelers’ list of things to...
- Little India in Penang – There’s a lot of energy and charm packed into this area of George Town! And it’s right in the...
- Penang Peranakan Mansion - There is no better place to experience the rich culture and heritage of the Peranakans! Today, the mansion serves as a...
- Seeking out fun things to do in Penang with kids? As a top tourist destination in Malaysia, Penang has a lot up its sleeve...
- Penang cafes may not be the first thing that comes to mind – that would be the ho-chiak Penang street food and Michelin-star eateries....
- A Penang trip itinerary can be a tiresome thing to plan! Because there’s so much to see and do! Even if you just limit...
- Gua Tempurung in Gopeng is the largest known cave system of numerous limestone hills surrounding Ipoh! If you are reasonably fit and physically able, this is...
- Kellie’s Castle Ipoh (or Kellie’s Folly) is a mansion at the outskirts of Ipoh that looks very castle-like! Left incomplete after the untimely death of...
- The best hotels in Penang Island are mostly situated in George Town – a UNESCO World Heritage Site! Hotels in this list range from budget...
- The best time to visit Penang largely depends on what you’re after! A quieter vacation with less crowds? Or when Penang is at its...
- Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion Penang is better known as The Blue Mansion. Out of all the places to visit in Penang, you can actually...
- Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm is perfect if you're looking for things to do with kids in Penang! This 8-hectare butterfly park in Penang...
- Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi or simply Khoo Kongsi, is a marvelous Chinese clan house and temple that’s right in George Town! It has an...
- Penang Laksa is synonymous with Penang famous food! And is always included in every list of best food in Penang! Even though this unique dish...
- Kek Lok Si Temple in Air Itam, Penang tops the list of things to do in Penang! The hilltop temple complex sees hundreds of...
- Fort Cornwallis Penang next to the Esplanade Park, is one of the primary reasons why George Town is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage...
- Penang Botanic Gardens is another Penang tourist attraction that often falls under the shadow of better known attractions in George Town like Penang Street...
- Monkey Beach Penang goes by a few names. This is the same beach as Penang National Park Monkey Beach, Monkey Island or Teluk Duyung...
- The Habitat Penang Hill or Habitat Penang features a scenic canopy walk over an ancient rainforest which allows visitors to observe wildlife at a...
- Penang Hill or Bukit Bendera is one of the top must-see places to visit in Penang! With glorious panoramic views of Penang during clear...
- Penang Avatar Secret Garden is a viable option if you’re still figuring out what to do in Penang around sunset! Once the lights come on,...
- The clan jetties of Penang (yes, more than one!) are close to George Town at Weld Quay Jetty, Penang! Which gives you no excuse to...
- Penang National Park or Taman Negara Penang (Malay) may be Malaysia’s smallest national park at only 23 sq km! But it is not without...
- Here is a list of 17 best cafes at Ipoh 2020 (updated) to visit if you are traveling to Ipoh or just passing through! And...
- Visit a Penang museum for a change of pace from the usual Penang attractions like street mural art, natural surroundings, historical landmarks, temples and...
- You must make it a point to travel to Ipoh if you want to see another side of Malaysia! Ipoh, Perak’s capital city may not...
- Looking for a complete MU Hotel Ipoh review? You’ve come to the right place! From MU Hotel, there are many eateries and souvenir shops you...
- Ipoh cave temples are an integral part of Ipoh. Just like how strawberry farms are to Cameron Highlands! The structure of these temples is unique...
- A visit to an Ipoh night market (or pasar malam) is a golden opportunity to sample local fare and street food. Or try your...
- Searching for the best thing to do in Penang? We have a foolproof list of the top Penang attractions and places to visit in...
- Just like Ipoh cafe, Ipoh homestay is becoming trendy in Ipoh! Not complaining though: Sometimes, you can get a really amazing deal – like an entire...
- Cameron Highlands hotels are mostly situated in Tanah Rata but there are a few in Brinchang and Kampung Raja too! You'll find all sorts of...
- Ipoh (the capital city of Perak) is full of visitors during the public holidays. Mainly for cheap and delicious food but there are also plenty...
- Whether you’re looking for the best way to get from Penang to Cameron Highlands or Butterworth to Cameron Highlands: There’re pros and cons to each...
- Famous Penang food like laksa, kuay teow and cendol, have long put Penang on the world map. In fact, some of the best food...
- With ~560km between Singapore to Cameron Highlands in Pahang, this is still journey that is doable by bus or car. In reality though, the easiest...
- Cameron Highlands from Kuala Lumpur (KL) can be a tiring journey. Especially if you choose to drive up during a public holiday. Is it...
- Despite Cameron Highlands being in another state (Pahang) from Ipoh (Perak), it is still possible to get to Cameron Highlands from Ipoh in 2...
- The Haven Resort Ipoh is a blissful retreat away from city life! The gorgeous surroundings feature a lake, a large rock outcrop known as...
- For many, the main reason to stop at Ipoh is to sample some of Ipoh’s famous food and Ipoh biscuits. Here are the best...
- As Ipoh is the birthplace of Ipoh White Coffee, you have to try a cup of the comforting aromatic beverage while you are here! In...
- Hotel Excelsior Ipoh is an easy choice for anyone looking for a conventional 3-star hotel that is close to many food options in Ipoh! It...
- Ipoh’s famous chicken rice - otherwise known as Ipoh taugeh chicken rice, should be on every foodie’s list of Ipoh food to try! Many vendors...
- Ipoh Bali Hotel is a boutique hotel in Ipoh, Perak. Indulge in an genuine Balinese experience in a quiet residential area that is not...
- There’s a lot of good Ipoh food to try, including salted chicken. While not the best if you are watching your blood pressure, it’s...
- The famous peanut candy in Ipoh should be on your list of what to buy in Ipoh! Along with Ipoh biscuits and Ipoh white...
- Got to leave Ipoh soon? Don't know what to buy in Ipoh? Stop by any of these places first and pick up the best...
- Weil Hotel Ipoh stands out from other hotels in Perak because of Weil Hotel Ipoh rooftop bar! Next to an infinity pool with commanding...
- One of the benefits of staying overnight in Ipoh is that you get to try the best Ipoh Chinese restaurants for dinner! With many...
- Ipoh nightlife is starting to pick up the pace in recent years: True, it still isn’t as happening as in Penang or Kuala Lumpur but...
- (Officially Closed Until Further Notice) MAPS Ipoh or Movie Animation Park Studio Ipoh is one of the newest Ipoh theme parks! First opening its doors...
- These days, Ipoh has too many hotels to pick and choose from. There's everything from 5-star luxury to budget hotels. So which is the...
- Perak Tong cave temple or Perak Tong (霹雳洞) as the locals fondly call it - is a main attraction in Ipoh! Out of more than...
- Many choose to skip a trip to Ipoh in favor of Penang or Malacca! But as one of the most populated cities in Malaysia,...
- Thinking about making a trip from Penang to Ipoh? Ipoh like Penang, is famous for food and British colonial architecture. But that’s where the...
- The journey from Kuala Lumpur to Ipoh is uncomplicated despite the bountiful limestone ranges that surround Ipoh! These same limestone hills make Ipoh geographically...
- Sam Poh Tong Cave Temple is one of the top Ipoh cave temples to visit! Along with Sam Poh Tong cave temple are two...
- It’s no wonder that Kek Lok Tong translates to Cave of Great Happiness! Visitors who step into the temple will immediately know why! Kek Lok...
- Figuring out the best time to visit Cameron Highlands is tricky. Because you want to be there to enjoy the outdoors! Without the rain...
- You may already be aware that the best food in Cameron Highlands is an Asian-style steamboat! But is there more to Cameron Highlands food...
- Agro Technology Park MARDI Cameron Highlands is not a typical farm or garden in Cameron Highlands! Just 1km from Tanah Rata town, the huge agro...
- The Time Tunnel Museum is under the radar for many visitors who go up to Cameron Highlands! Even though it’s been around for more...
- Where to go for breakfast in Ipoh? You might be asking yourself this if it’s your first time traveling to Ipoh! One can hardly blame...
- Cameron Highlands is accessible from Kuala Lumpur and Ipoh which is why a Cameron Highlands trip is a perfect short getaway from city life! Those...
- With the sweltering temperatures of the mainland, it’s a wasted opportunity if you do not enjoy a steaming pot of delicious meat and vegetable...
- Want to experience a roadside vegetable market in Cameron Highlands? Open for most of the day, Kea Farm Market is just between Tringkap and...
- HOGA Gaharu Tea Valley (务边沉香山茶园) is not your average tea valley! There’s a rare kind of tree (of the aquilaria species) here that is planted...
- Other than visiting the Lavender Garden or tea plantations, you can stop by and smell some roses in a rose garden in Cameron Highlands! Roses...
- A visit to a bee farm in Cameron Highlands may not strike you as interesting at first! But bees around the world are currently under...
- No trip to Cameron Highlands is ever complete without making a visit to a Cameron Highlands tea plantation! And the one that frequently comes to...
- Butterfly Farm Cameron Highlands is one of the oldest Cameron Highlands attractions still around. Opened in 1990 at the Kea Farm and up on a...
- Ipoh street art has not lost any traction since 2014 when Ernest Zacharevic first came to Ipoh to continue his street painting legacy. Other...
- What’s there to do in Cameron Highlands when all the usual day attractions are closed? Visit A Cameron Highland night market, specifically the Brinchang...
- Can’t visit Ipoh without exploring the heart of Ipoh, Ipoh Old Town! More than one Ipoh attraction can be found here! And usually within walking distance...
- Qing Xin Ling Leisure and Cultural Village (清心岭休闲文化村) is an Ipoh attraction that’s not that easy to find but it’s worth it! Qing Xin Ling...
- Lavender Garden - Anyone who goes up to Cameron Highlands will stop here at one point or another. Why is it so popular? This is one...
- You might not think of theme parks when thinking of Ipoh! Except maybe for Sunway’s Lost World of Tambun! A must-visit for anyone with...
- In Malaysia, strawberries are basically synonymous with Cameron Highland attractions. The tiny fruit/berries grow well in Cameron Highlands. Hence, the abundance of strawberry farms! At...
- Just 30 minutes’ drive away from Taiping in Semanggol, Perak is the family-friendly Bukit Merah Laketown Resort. It may come across as a shock to...
- Somewhere in Perak is Bukit Merah Orangutan Island Malaysia – a rehabilitation center of 35 acres just for orangutans! Which means: You don’t have to go...
- Taiping Lake Gardens is the pride of Taiping, the former capital of Perak. And at one point, all of Malaysia! Hence, it would be a...
- Did you know Malaysia has hot springs? There are a number of natural hot springs in Ipoh actually! Most belong to resorts that charge moderate...
- Kuala Sepetang is a sleepy coastal town close to Taiping in Perak, Malaysia. It takes around an hour to drive to Kuala Sepetang from...
- Best western food in Ipoh? Western restaurants are more numerous than they used to be! While most only open for dinner, there are some...
- Concubine Lane Ipoh has evolved a lot ever since Ipoh was featured by Lonely Planet in July 2016 in their list of best Asian...
- Vegetarian Restaurant in Ipoh - There are plenty in Ipoh – you don’t have to worry about limited options! Rather, you have to worry...
- Fancy an Ipoh massage? We rounded up 7 of the best places where you can treat your loved ones (and yourself too) to a...
- You can easily find a dim sum restaurant in Ipoh. But where are the best Ipoh dim sum located? Did you know that besides bean...
- Some 1000-2000 meters above sea level, is Cameron Highlands - a very different side of Malaysia. Here is a list of all the Cameron...
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- When night falls in this sleepy coastal village not far from Kuala Lumpur, the Kuala Selangor fireflies put on a magnificent display of synchronized...
- Take full advantage of Instagram worthy Ipoh and grab some lovely photos while you are here for the food (well, aren't you?)! See Best Ipoh...
- As dangerous as it is beautiful, here’s all you need to know about one of the world’s most popular day hike, the Tongariro Alpine...
- This is our experience taking the Interislander and Bluebridge ferry from Wellington to Picton and vice versa. Interislander or Bluebridge, which one to choose? Actually: To...
- Ipoh is well-known for its food, dim sum, biscuits and white coffee. But that doesn't mean the Ipoh shopping malls are not worth visiting! For...
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- This post is for you if you need to write up a bona fide to get a visitor's visa (specifically the one for New...
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- Sekinchan is a small town (in the Malaysian state of Selangor) that is one of the main producers of rice in Malaysia. Earning it the...
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- Here's something you don't see every day - one of the famous Kuala Sepetang Attraction. Have you ever been to a charcoal factory before?...
- Sky Mirror Kuala Selangor is one of the hidden gems that can be found in Malaysia. Consider it a must-visit place in Kuala Selangor. This...
- This glorious app, CamperMate has saved our asses more times than we can count. The best thing is that it is absolutely free. It...
- Where are the Bay of Islands? Island hopping with The Rock Adventure Cruise in the Bay of Islands, New Zealand Essentially, the Bay of Islands is...
- Frog Hill is the nickname for this abandoned tin mining site. A hidden gem that's surprisingly close to Penang. Its existence is only starting to...
- The Mossy Forest of Gunung Brinchang is a must-see attraction in Cameron Highlands especially if you love being in the outdoors! The mossy forest spreads...
- Bukit Larut - also known as Maxwell Hill, is approximately 1,250m above sea level and is 12km away from Taiping, Perak. The name Maxwell comes...
- Ipoh frankly doesn’t have many things to do besides the food, hipster café hopping and Sunway Lost World. But just out of Ipoh, is...
- Mavora Lakes in Fiordland, New Zealand is popular among locals but for us tourists, it involves quite a detour to get to. The park itself...
- Visiting Fiordland of New Zealand can easily burn a hole in your wallet. What with the cruises (Doubtful Sound and Milford Sound) and great...
- This is a list of some of the best places to find good food in New Zealand. We got a chance to try these...
- An odd topic in itself - where to see New Zealand snow. But coming from a tropical country where the temperature rarely (if ever)...
- Maybe it's your first time to consider buying a secondhand campercar or camper van for travelling. Instead of renting one. And why wouldn't you?...
- The Lake Marian Track in Fiordland, New Zealand deserves its own blog post. Here’s why: What makes Lake Marian so special? All across New Zealand, there...
- Got your camper car or campervan yet? Next thing you should be looking at is campervan insurance in New Zealand. If that's not already...
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- Cameron Highlands - if you google this, you will most likely get images of the tea plantations or strawberry farms. Many locals come up here...