The hierarchy to enjoying George Town (GTown) Penang ; Walk, Cycle, Bus, Scooting, GrabCar, YOUR OWN CAR , strictly in that order. I keep screeching on about this and I will rant again here , OUR STREETS ARE TOO SMALL FOR CARS! Its ridiculous how we keep shoving more cars on to this island. You…
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Experience and enjoy George Town with Penang Local.
Enjoy and experience George Town with Penang Local. We have done all the homework so all you have to do is enjoy the city like a local. It’s sometimes quite tiring to read up about a new place you are visiting. The best way to get to know a place is to spend time living…
Pop up market at Art Lane, George Town, Penang.
There was a Pop up Bazaar over the weekend at Art Lane on Lebuh Pantai, George town, Penang, organised by the people behind China House. This abandoned shop house is now converted into an art Lane where artists can paint on the walls and leave their mark. At the weekend there was an artisan market…
Competition time. Stand a chance to win a 1 night stay at The Edison George Town
It’s competition time! We blogged about our stay at The Edison George Town last month and here’s your chance to win some amazing prizes. How to enter: 1. Follow PenangLocal Facebook and or IG accounts. Snap a photo of your favourite local snack in your country. Answer these question: I. What time is Pre –…
Opening weekend highlights of George Town festival 2018 in Penang
The 9th edition of George Town festival opened with a bang with a stellar opening performance ‘Kelantan: A living heritage ‘ at Dewan Sri Pinang Pinang. We managed to catch the powerful dance performance ‘Between tiny cities’ by Nick Power at Loft 29. The SeaShorts successfully concluded at Hin Bus Depot on Sunday night which…
It’s August and it’s George town festival opening weekend in Penang. Shows to watch.
It’s August and it’s arts Festival month in George Town. Grab a copy of George Town festival booklet or visit the website to get tickets. http://www.GeorgeTownFestival.com for more information There will be plenty to do with activities, performances, workshops, art exhibitions all through August so plan your trip early! George town festival programme available at…
Bran et Daguet charity fashion show at Penang Pac, Straits Quay.
Last Friday, Penang local attended Bran et Daguet sold out fashion show.
Love and Dating on Penang Island
We asked the good people of Penang, regardless of age and sexual preference, a few simple questions:
Penang Local 