CNN Travel’s 2022 — Penang is one of the world’s best travel destinations in Asia

6 min readJan 20, 2022

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Penang a Secrets Paradise, was recently being listed as one of the best destinations to travel to in 2022, according to CNN Travel. The list includes 22 best places around the world to travel to in 2022, Penang is deemed one of them and has been named as one of “15 Best Islands in the World to Retire On” by International Living. One of the best destinations to go with its delicious and authentic cheap eats, historic heritage spots, and friendly locals.

Things to do in Penang, Malaysia!

Kek Lok Si Temple — Built in the late 19th century, is one of Southeast Asia’s largest Chinese Buddhist temples each section of Kek Lok Si has its own charming style.

Penang Hill — It’s a popular weekend hangout spot, a vibrant history and offers amazing views of the city from the top as well as a chilly climate that’s about five degrees cooler than at the lowlands. The easiest way to visit Penang Hill is by taking the Funicular Train the journey takes only between 5–10 minutes. Other ways to get to the top plan an exciting day out to get some fresh air and good sweat by hiking up Penang Hill (all of which are free of charge and open to the public). You can check all prices and offers at the official website.

The Habitat Penang Hill — Enjoy an impressive 360-degree panoramic view of Penang Island from the highest viewing point of Penang.

BookXcess Gurney Paragon — Get ready for a bookstore wonderland experience and with in-store café, one of the largest and most beautiful bookstores you can find in Penang.

Street Art of Penang — One of Georgetown’s most famous and most rewarding free activities is to see all the superb street art that is dotted around the city.

The TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk — Explore the fun activities at The Top Komtar Penang’s largest indoor theme park and challenge Rainbow Skywalk and Observatory Deck. Eat, Play and Learn at the same time and same place.

Here is the list of good food you must try while in Penang!

Air Itam Sister Curry Mee — The Lim sisters started this business since their very early young age in 1946.

Penang Air Itam Laksa— Over 60 years of history, CNN Travel ranked this 7th out of the 50 most delicious foods in the world.(only open on weekend)

Joo Hooi Café — Is a recommended authentic and a conveniently located restaurant with local Penang delights, Assam Laksa, Char Kway Teow and Cendol.

CAN by Haru Hari @ Project CAN — One of the trending places in town and the place is very cozy with giant trees providing so much shade and a homey-nice-warm-feeling.

La Vie en Rose Pâtisserie — A French patisserie run by a young French-Penang husband-and-wife team in a heritage shophouse is located on the corner of Fish Lane and Malay Street.

Kopi Hutan @ Penang Hill — Is located in the century-old tropical greeneries of Penang Hill, having a pot of hot coffee in the forest in Penang famous tourist spot.

Fisherman’s Wharf Penang — The One-Stop Local Cravings, have over 30 hawker stalls which are locate near by sea view. Previously known as BSP Waterfront Food Court, locals are no stranger to this “Karpal Singh Food Court”.

Transportation

Central Area Transit (or CAT, as it’s fondly called) is a free shuttle service that travels along major streets in George Town and drops you off at designated bus stops that are mere walking distance to major attractions. Penang CAT bus route operates on everyday, regular schedule hours: 6:00 AM — 11:30 PM at 4 Bus routes in Penang with 68 Bus stops. For more info can visit here.

Driving around by yourself , Pay Parking Easily can download the Penang Smart Parking, the mobile app allows users to reload online. The three parking zones are standardized to one throughout Penang Island, with parking fee 40 cent for every 30 minutes between Monday and Saturday from 8am to 6pm including public holidays.

Read a few of my posts:

CNN Travel’s 2022 — Penang is one of the world’s best travel destinations in Asia

Things to do in Penang, Malaysia!

Here is the list of good food you must try while in Penang!

Transportation

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