We arrived in Penang just over two weeks ago, with plans to complete
our new generator installation before moving on south towards
Singapore. Here we found our good friends Dana and Susan onboard
Villa-G. A few days later Larry and Peggy arrived on Blue Star, so the gang was complete.
Food, Glorious Food
There are many reasons to visit Penang, stunning Buddhists temples to photograph, a cable car to ride, Botanic Gardens, World Heritage restored buildings, art galleries and many cultural events and religious celebrations....but for us, Penang is all about food.
Indian roti canai and mango lassi or fluffy, soft pau filled with char sew pork for breakfast, Indian Biryani platter for lunch topped off with dim sum for dinner? Then there is our favourite Buddhist vegetarian lunch stalls and the fabulous seafood from the Shade Tree Restaurant on Weld Quay and ever so much more.
If you would like to visit any of our favourite local restaurants click here to download our Georgetown food map.
Tanjong City Marina
Over the past seven years we have spent quite a bit of time exploring Penang. For us, the demise of the Tanjong City Marina is a very sad affair. This marina was within walking distance of Little India and China Town, covering many of our favourite restaurants and the old buildings that have made Penang a World Heritage Town.
The marina started to deteriorate just after it was built in 2005. Through lack of maintenance, storms and ferry wash all that remains today are a few poles and a walkway that leads to the murky, muddy shallows....though there is talk that it will be rebuilt!
Straits Quay Marina
Fortunately for cruisers a new marina in Penang has been built, with a solid sea-wall protecting the 40 floating pontoon berths. Straits Quay Marina is professionally run by John and his magnificent team.
The berths, power supply, amenities and cruiser's room are managed on world best practice for marinas, so don't miss visiting here, though you certainly need to book ahead as spare berths are very scarce.
There is a large shopping mall with Tesco as its main tenant, and access to public transport all within walking distance, it is a delight to stay here.
Food, Glorious Food
There are many reasons to visit Penang, stunning Buddhists temples to photograph, a cable car to ride, Botanic Gardens, World Heritage restored buildings, art galleries and many cultural events and religious celebrations....but for us, Penang is all about food.
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| The crews of Villa G and Blue Star enjoying the flavours of Penang. |
Indian roti canai and mango lassi or fluffy, soft pau filled with char sew pork for breakfast, Indian Biryani platter for lunch topped off with dim sum for dinner? Then there is our favourite Buddhist vegetarian lunch stalls and the fabulous seafood from the Shade Tree Restaurant on Weld Quay and ever so much more.
If you would like to visit any of our favourite local restaurants click here to download our Georgetown food map.
Tanjong City Marina
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| Sad remnants of Tanjong City Marina |
Over the past seven years we have spent quite a bit of time exploring Penang. For us, the demise of the Tanjong City Marina is a very sad affair. This marina was within walking distance of Little India and China Town, covering many of our favourite restaurants and the old buildings that have made Penang a World Heritage Town.
The marina started to deteriorate just after it was built in 2005. Through lack of maintenance, storms and ferry wash all that remains today are a few poles and a walkway that leads to the murky, muddy shallows....though there is talk that it will be rebuilt!
Straits Quay Marina
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| Crystal Blues along side the service dock and sea wall at Straits Quay |
The berths, power supply, amenities and cruiser's room are managed on world best practice for marinas, so don't miss visiting here, though you certainly need to book ahead as spare berths are very scarce.
There is a large shopping mall with Tesco as its main tenant, and access to public transport all within walking distance, it is a delight to stay here.
