A writer takes a weeklong journey, from the island city-state to the Thai capital, in the final days of a historic rail connection.
Category: Penang (Malaysia)
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1,200 Miles From Singapore to Bangkok Before a Historic Shuttle Closes
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From Florence to Malta, 5 New Boutique Hotels
The New York Times – Business:Whether set amid vineyards in Burgundy or in the heart of Florence, these boutique hotels will keep the crowds at bay.
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George Town, Malaysia: A Jewel Box Packed With Color and Spice
The New York Times – Travel:George Town, a colonial port on the island of Penang, dazzles visitors with its winding alleys, pastel-painted storefronts, sumptuously restored hotels and mouthwatering food.
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For sale: A Luminous Shophouse in Penang for $645,000
The New York Times – Travel:Malaysia’s housing market has seen a surge in transactions recently, though prices are being held in check by a glut of inventory, brokers say.