Leith St sees a revival with the opening of new Loop Hotel
By V. Sivaji The 140-room inventory LOOP On Leith boutique hotel opened its doors recently in the heart of George Town at the corner of Leith and Muntri streets. Penang…
Former StanChart building in Penang now a fancy co-working space
By V. Sivaji The former Chartered Bank building along Beach Street in the heart of George Town’s commercial district will be given a new lease of life once the “Spaces”…
Getting to know George Town’s great heritage, in a day
By V. Sivaji A riot of colours was on show during the 11th George Town Heritage Celebrations 2019 held in the heart of the city. The celebration also shed light…
Coming soon: the Macalister Hotel, George Town
By V. Sivaji A new chic and trendy hotel with all the modern amenities and posh cutting edge design will soon open along Macalister Road here by mid July 2019…
E&O Hotel says old-world charm intact while spruce-up is ongoing
Although the Heritage Wing of the Iconic Eastern & Oriental (E&O) Hotel is currently undergoing an extensive refurbishment, some parts of its rich history will still be cherished and protected.…
No skeletons or skulls in Penang’s latest swanky, classy bar
By V. Sivaji Don’t let the name Seven Skulls fool you, as the bar does not represent any skeletons it might have in its closet. The name was simply picked…
Rise up with these 5 fine skybars in Penang
G Hotel Kelawai, Kelawai Road (near Gurney Drive)Looking to unwind with a drink in hand great view, The Gravity located on the 25th floor of the G Kelawai Hotel at…
Magazine Rd Cafe insists you have your daily dose of colours, good food
With a name like Watercolour Bakery & Cafe, one would expect to see fine pieces of watercolour drawings and paintings in the midst. Instead, you get a fine cafe with…