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INTERNATIONAL ADVENTURES<br />
PENANG MALAYSIA<br />
098<br />
François Sigrist<br />
General manager,<br />
PARKROYAL Penang<br />
Resort<br />
FAVOURITE LOCAL<br />
FESTIVAL: Thaipusam<br />
(Hindu festival) — it’s something<br />
very special to see and be a part of.<br />
There is plenty of action, and<br />
amazing colours.<br />
FOR HISTORY: George Town;<br />
start early and get yourself<br />
lost in the heart of the beautiful<br />
heritage city. You’ll discover amazing<br />
things, such as craftsmen working,<br />
the smell of spices, the colours of the<br />
food and the goods displayed in old<br />
shops. Visit the many regal temples<br />
and majestic mosques, take a trishaw<br />
ride and indulge in local food.<br />
MOST ROMANTIC SPOT: Go<br />
to the top of Penang Hill and<br />
have a nice picnic amid nature while<br />
overlooking the city. During cooler<br />
weather, rent a boat and have a<br />
sunset cruise around Penang Island.<br />
I LOVE PENANG BECAUSE:<br />
It’s like a village with superb<br />
heritage. It is really a place where<br />
you can walk around and enjoy the<br />
sights, sounds and smells.<br />
Kapitan Keling Mosque<br />
PENANG<br />
FROM THE AIRPORT<br />
CBD 16 km from<br />
Penang International<br />
Airport<br />
Travel time Around 30<br />
mins by car to the CBD<br />
Taxi Approx MYR28<br />
(S$11.40). Confi rm the<br />
price before you get in<br />
the cab<br />
ON THE GO<br />
1. Walking Explore<br />
Penang on foot so<br />
you can enjoy the<br />
town’s quiet charm<br />
and discover secret<br />
dining spots.<br />
2. Taxi No meters, so<br />
agree on the fare in<br />
advance. Fares within<br />
the city are usually<br />
under MYR20 (S$8.10).<br />
3. Trishaws Touristy<br />
and slightly pricey,<br />
they are found in front<br />
of the Cititel Hotel.<br />
YANGON MYANMAR<br />
Ram Nurani<br />
General manager,<br />
PARKROYAL Yangon<br />
FAVOURITE/RECOMMENDED<br />
SIDE TRIP: A trip to<br />
Myanmar is never complete without<br />
a visit to Bagan, Ngapali Beach, Inle<br />
Lake and Kyaitiyo. The Tour Desk or<br />
the hotel’s concierge can assist<br />
with arrangements.<br />
MUST-EATS: Some local<br />
favourites are barbecued<br />
fi sh, Shan noodles (noodles in soup)<br />
and chicken biryani. Many upscale<br />
restaurants offer cuisine ranging<br />
from East to West.<br />
FAVOURITE LOCAL<br />
FESTIVAL: The Thadingyut<br />
festival, which marks the end of the<br />
Buddhist Lent. It is also known as<br />
the festival of lights. Houses and<br />
streets are brilliantly lit. People visit<br />
pagodas, pay homage to teachers,<br />
parents and elders — it’s a beautiful<br />
custom. At our hotel, we decorate<br />
the lobby and offer guests<br />
local delicacies.<br />
I LOVE YANGON BECAUSE:<br />
Of its smiling people, warm<br />
culture and vast heritage.<br />
Shwedagon Pagoda<br />
YANGON<br />
FROM THE AIRPORT<br />
CBD 15 km from<br />
Yangon International<br />
Airport<br />
Travel time Around<br />
30 mins by car to the<br />
centre of town<br />
Taxi Approx US$6-8<br />
(S$7-10). Confi rm the<br />
price before you get<br />
in the cab<br />
ON THE GO<br />
1. Walking If you<br />
are keen to explore<br />
Yangon’s downtown<br />
area, it’s best to do<br />
it on foot so you<br />
can fully soak up the<br />
city’s quiet charm<br />
and unhurried pace.<br />
2. Taxi No meters,<br />
but the drivers will<br />
quote you a usually<br />
modest going rate.
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