I received many DMs asking about about our Penang holiday so I thought it might be useful if I just share what we did during the 3D2N trip.
We departed on a Friday evening flight to avoid any disruptions to school and work commitments. There are many flights to Penang daily and we chose to go on Scoot. As we arrived at night, the first day was merely just us resting at DoubleTree Penang to prepare for the next day. https://doubletree3.hilton.com/en/hotels/malaysia/doubletree-resort-by-hilton-penang-PENMBDI/accommodations/rooms.html
We were really pleased with the family room that was arranged. I was able to watch some movies in the room without worrying that I might wake the girls up and with 2 bathrooms, getting them ready was way faster than usual.
The entrance of Family Room at DoubleTree Penang.
Papa & Mama’s Room
The girls’ room
The next day, we explored Entopia, Penang Peranakan Museum and the George Town heritage walk. To be honest, Papa and I enjoyed all the 3 venues. Entopia exceeded our expectations. We thought it would be like the Butterfly Park in Sentosa but no, it was much bigger with more lovely butterfly species. We all had the chance to release newly hatched butterflies and it was a memorable one as we each made a wish before releasing them. http://www.entopia.com/
Entopia is located just 20min drive from DoubleTree Penang
My 1st Caterpillar handling experience!
For Peranakan Museum, I absolutely adored it. I loved every intricate detail that was in the house. As you know we are currently building our house thus we were very impressed with the architecture facilities back in the olden days. If you have watched our local drama, Little Nyonya, you would probably be reminded of many scenes in the show. The place is really so rich in history and it is just indescribable by simple words. http://www.pinangperanakanmansion.com.my/
The details at Penang Peranakan Museum.
Love the furniture, the antiques and every intricate detail of the Peranakan Museum.
We had a good time exploring George Town which was walking distance from the museum. Street art, yummy food and stalls selling interesting souvenirs flooded the heritage streets. It was a touristy place but I would still recommend going because there are so many things George Town has to offer. You can also walk to New Lane where there are many nice food stalls too. Our family found a treasure there! A stall selling Fried Hor Fun and it was one of the most delicious food we had on the trip. The girls gobbled up every strand of noodle on the plate and we were shocked to hear Lauren telling Alexis if she couldn’t finish the Hor Fun, she would help her with it. That offer had never ever come from Lauren before.
The 3rd day was the final day and we checked out from DoubleTree Penang. We had a sumptuous breakfast at Makan Kitchen and the girls headed to Kids Club and the pool right next to the restaurant for some fun. We also explored Teddyville which was within the hotel; a beary entertaining way to showcase Penang’s history. http://teddyvillemuseum.com/
Delicious breakfast at Makan Kitchen
Kids Pool and Kids Club are conveniently located next to Makan Kitchen
Kids Club DoubleTree Penang
Kids Club is complimentary for hotel guest
The girls love the kids pool at DoubleTree Penang
Kids Pool at DoubleTree Penang
Teddyville is located within DoubleTree Penang
It was really a short and lovely stay at DoubleTree and even a butterfly came to bid us goodbye. 😊
We then headed to Penang Hill and Made In Penang Museum before going to the airport. Penang Hill reminded me of The Peak in Hong Kong. There was a funicular train up the hill and we were greeted with gorgeous views of Penang at the top. CLAK sealed our family love with a lock on a bridge up on Penang Hill! http://www.penanghill.gov.my/index.php/en/
The gorgeous view of Penang Hill
Our family’s Love Lock at Penang Hill
We sealed our love here in Penang
The Made In Penang Museum was very much like our trick eye museum. I would think this place is not a must-go but you should explore if you do have spare time. Do explore the Chew Jetty nearby, it is a Penang Heritage venue.
The girls playing inside Made In Penang Museum
Team Honeycombers brought us to China House for lunch. This is a nice and hippie place. Fusion food was served and the restaurant is segmented into different sections offering a different feel. There is a bar, an exhibition cum gallery area, and an open terrace by the pond. Very unique and chic place indeed. http://www.chinahouse.com.my/index-new.html
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We were very blessed and glad to have explored so many interesting places in Penang with Honeycombers and Hilton Asia Pacific within just 2 days. Yes, 2 days but we covered a lot. This was definitely way better than an usual weekend staycation in Singapore.
*This is a sponsored post but all the opinions are mine.