5. Hike the thrilling ‘Trek 800’ For those craving a walk in nature, Penang Island is crammed with peaceful hiking trails suitable for day-long excursion or short, challenging climbs.

It was business as usual at the Penang Island Jazz Festival 2014, following the tenth anniversary celebrations of the previous year. That milestone was no small feat for Festival Director Paul ...

There’s fresh crab, live from the tank, and bowls of miniature clams ready to pop out of their shells for sautéing in a spicy sauce with garlic and lime.The air smells of roasted duck and ske… ...

The area features Monkey Beach, offering a peaceful resting place accessible by boat or a 45-minute hike. In addition to Monkey Beach, visitors can also visit Turtle Beach, a turtle conservation site.

GEORGE TOWN: There are no by-laws in Penang restricting owners from bringing their pets to the island’s beaches, says Penang Island mayor Rajendran Anthony. Responding to a complaint on social ...

PULAU Tikus, a small rocky isle off the northern coast of Penang, is steeped in mystery, history and natural intrigue. At just 1ha in size, it’s an isle few dare to explore, surrounded by ...

GEORGE TOWN, Malaysia -- High-rise buildings arrayed like a defensive wall along the eastern coast of Malaysia's Penang Island make it hard to imagine how this tropical outpost would have appeared ...

GEORGE TOWN: There are no by-laws in Penang restricting owners from bringing their pets to the island’s beaches, says Penang Island mayor Rajendran Anthony.