Unique Places in Penang (that are Not in the Guidebooks)
…used to be a synagogue in here. 2. Art & Garden: stroll in a wild garden with hidden art A wander through these lush tropical gardens would be gorgeous enough,…
…used to be a synagogue in here. 2. Art & Garden: stroll in a wild garden with hidden art A wander through these lush tropical gardens would be gorgeous enough,…
…of a hotel. They have a rooftop garden and playground, a yoga cabana, a gym, a reading room, and an infinity pool. The studios are big here, around 800 sqft…
…they add mint and pineapple. It might not sound appetizing, but for some reason, it all blends together harmoniously. It comes with a spoon full of local shrimp paste to…
…deaths and more people sick. The numbers here are growing exponentially. I’m inundated. It is coming at me from Facebook, Instagram, Whatsapp. American news, Malaysian news, Chinese news. It’s coming…
…take the three-hour ferry ride. However, the ferry has been dubbed the vomit comet, so take your chances. It is one of the more commercial islands. If you’re looking for…
…my comfort zone. The language, the culture, and just experiencing life far from home gets tough sometimes, but you come out stronger on the other side, and I’ll be forever…
…be more contented in a place with a large expat community, so it’s easier to find your tribe? Many new expats want a community to show them the ropes. We…
…see? You hang around cafés. – Ernest Hemingway When it comes to moving abroad quotes, Hemingway totally had expat life down. There is a common, but hilarious, misconception that expats…
…very impressive. There are seven hospitals in Penang and even more in Kuala Lumpur. The golden standard for measuring healthcare organizations around the world is the Joint Commission International. Hospitals…
…of Greece is Orthodox, so the Catholic community is rather small in numbers comparatively. It is the only island in Greece and one of the few places in the world…
…a great resource for the retirement visa in Penang. Penang Hidden Gems These groups really are a wealth of info. If you have ANY questions about coming to Penang, just…
…you used to be able to drive over the border to Thailand and then turn around and come back in, and voila, you get another 90 days. That’s no longer…
…It not only broadens your horizons; it blows your mind. Just when you think you’ve got it all under wraps, something happens, and you realize how little you understand. And…
…fertile rolling hills peppered with blue domed churches. Cerulean seas around every turn. And narrow whitewashed streets winding their way through a rabbit’s den. It is cosmopolitan yet laid back….
…fought here. They think all liquids should come in a plastic bag with a straw. If you want coffee-to-go from a local place, it comes like this… Safety: Even though…