What is it Like in MALAYSIA? Exploring Penang Island
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 29 ก.ย. 2024
- Exploring the interesting city of George Town on the island of Penang, Malaysia. You can watch Part 2 here: • Exploring PENANG | Isl...
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Thanks a lot for watching and safe journeys!
Malaysia is one of my favorite countries! Definitely beautiful!!! 😁🇲🇾
I love traveling the world with you, Gabriel!
Sweet. 👍✌
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Thailand is not a cheap.
Great video! Really enjoyed our times there a few months back, nice to see you in some of the exact same spots :D
Oh my god you're back at Malaysia, welcome back after like 2 or 3 years I think
yo bro..ur finally in my neighbourhood..so happy to have you here man..ur my fav travel vlogger
Was in Georgetown many years ago. A fascinating, vibrant cultural crossroads. The best Indian food I’ve ever eaten was in Georgetown’s Little India. Enjoy!
Wow really?did you eat South Indian food or North Indian food when you were there?
The hotel room was expensive because it was Christmas. I just checked prices at the same hotel in mid-January and it's only $36. You can watch Part 2 here: th-cam.com/video/GslXjdy_PqA/w-d-xo.html
1) Still, $113 per night for a nice hotel room anywhere in the world, is practically a PITTANCE, I dare say.
2) I look forward to your going to Cairns, Oz.
>>> Gabriel, CAIRNS is pronounced "CANS" like cans of peas or worms.
3) Yes, you do not want to fly to anywhere when the weather is forecast to be thundering and with lightning, as well. So, it was a good idea to scrap going to Cairns although I have heard the place is magical!
@@SuiGenerisAbbie Americans have a strange way of pronouncing “ Cairns” and he isn’t the first one I heard pronounce Cairns with an emphasis on the R and the I and the R transposed.
You should hear Americans pronounce Iran, Iraq and Italy, especially people from the South. They pronounce it like the I is a standalone syllable.
It’s the holiday season and $113 for a room like that is well expected. If the rooms are cheaper in January, then you should have visited in January lol
Also, what can you possibly see and experience in these places for just a day or two? It’s the kind of travel Karen and Nate would do and visit each country capital for 12 hours and call it “ We went to 100 countries”
@@MuhammadIamhardBrucelee FYI, I am American. But, Cairns is truly pronounced "cans" and it sounds just like the word, "cans".
I am a bit of a fusspot about pronouncing words correctly.
I was there two years ago and everyone in Cairns pronounced it as “cans”….
I'm arriving in KL for the first time on Jan 16th, going to Langkawi then Penang, ipoh, melakka and back to KL before heading to Thailand. My hostel dorms are all around 4/5 euro a night for anyone on a shoestring budget. Loving these videos thanks Gabriel.
Wonderful Gabriel, thanks for showing us an island I've always wanted to visit!
I'm to travel around Asia for a year in a few years and these videos are great to watch and find out where to go and what to do. The "how expensive videos" you made a few years ago are great too but I usually add around 10% onto prices due to inflation etc.. would be great to see a few videos on prices again. Enjoy the trip 😁
Right on, thanks for watching. I made one showing prices in Bali recently: th-cam.com/video/3az8HsPYXQQ/w-d-xo.html
A few weeks ago I visited Kuala Lumpur Malaysia and I was able to find a 1 bedroom condo on Airbnb for $20 per night, quite nice too! KL is a very walkable and it's much easier to cross the streets there than in Bangkok, I liked it
How is KL walkable? One of the worst cities I've ever been to in terms of walkability
The same hotel that I stayed at is $36 in January, I got the Christmas price.
@@SchokoKekseFTW if KL is worst then Bangkok and Jakarta is the extra worst, you will get hit by a truck there while crossing the road and you just die
December to March (running away from winter) are high tourist season in Thailand... So be ready for inflated prices there but not as bad as Santorini during Summer
Welcome to Malaysia!👍
Happy Christmas Gabe and Family.
Welcome to my country Malaysia Gabriel.
Thanks a lot, glad to be here.
Since I have been to Australia but have not been to Malaysia, I am happy with your travel plans switch as a viewer. Were you able to get any type of refund on the non used flight to Cairns?
greetings from Kuala Lumpur (and Penang)! we hope you enjoyed this phenomenal, picturesque and priceless Pearl of the Orient that is Penang, no matter how short a stint ❣️
Hi Gabriel, I get the feeling you're avoiding the winter and especially covid. Colder climates mean being indoors is increasingly susceptible to catching the flu and cold. The U.S. is getting bombed with significant snow and freezing weather so you're not missing anything but some good skiing and snowboarding which you may not be in the mood for. Malaysia is a good stop that gives you a chance to think about where you want to go next. Australia is enjoying the summer now December through February you may change your mind. I know you mentioned Thailand the weather won't disappoint hot and low humidity.
The northern part of Australia is the hottest part - at this time of year in particular. Further south in the more temperate regions it’s a perfect time to experience beautiful beaches and the natural beauty of the countryside. Australia is a large country - it’s several hours flying time from Cairns to Sydney. Hope you do manage to get here some time soon!
Yes, but you can't just swim anywhere on the beaches , there are huge salt-water crocodiles resting on the bottom and many shark season areas.
It's always interesting to see new places ✨️ nice pretty city , good vibes 😊
@@jamesflush hi
Another scam , i knew it 😁😏
You need to visit eastern side of Malaysia bro.underrated state called Terengganu a lot of beautiful island such Kapas island, perhentian island and Redang islang.Also you can visit iconic drawbridge there.enjoy 👍
The experience of buying a motor scooter or motorcycle in Malaysia might be better if you had a buyer - or even someone who would be renting and maintaining it for their own income too. If you started something like this I'd patronize the service. Visiting those farms which have some durian varieties grown in pots and ready to transplant... that's when a motor lift might be essential.
There's a few organic farms which could guide the best location-location -location AND find a way for the wwoof volunteers to do water and establish them. What fun. Planting something that lasts and continues making delicious results. Could start/continue something here.
Napoh Eco Farm is a little north of Kedah and has a guest house, camping and maybe pizza. The website has the phone#, photos 🌲😎🌲
We lived in Butterworths on the sea!!! There was NO fly over in those days......the ferry......
Hotels at Malaysia are generally not expensive compared to neighbouring countries, but hotels at Penang Island specifically are exceptionally expensive as it is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the region.....
Great to see you in Georgetown, the food is so amazing in Penang. And heading towards South Thailand, awesome! Look forward to seeing Langkawi and hearing about the long ferry ride through immigration to Koh Lanta.
I’ll buy you a beer on Koh Phayam if you’re heading this way from Penang! Still a hidden gem Gabe🏝️😉
One of my favorite Thai islands, visited there in 2008 and I've wanted to go back. Have fun. 😎
Its actually been a very normal hot summer here in Oz, Cairns is in wet season but most of the East Coast is baking in Sun, big country, hope to see your Australia videos one day. Big Up
@@davedeal9152 I would head to Koh Lipe as well, Australia is so expensive. Mango shakes and blazing on the Thai beaches sounds good
Ko Lipe is amazing, just arrived.
Please stay in SE Asia Gabe. It's long overdue as you've been away for so long. Western countries just don't do it for me for travel vlogs, glad you skipped Oz.
Travel lodge in George Town was listed on google maps as 32$ US.. open map put in cheap hotel Georgetown
It depends a lot on the dates you select. Looks like my room was expensive because it was Christmas. The same hotel in mid-January is $36.
The Muslim traders were probably also Indian tho so the Indian influence didn’t fade it just shifted because their own culture shifted
EDIT: 25:46 hey there you go
I spent about 10 months there in Georgetown when the plandemic happen. Great place, food and people.
I did that trip few years ago. Langkawi then Koh Lipe, Koh Mook and Koh Lanta. Really loved mostly the Thailand part. Looking forward to see it and return soon.
Penang is one of my favorite places.
Gona sit back.......n let the memories flood back🥰♥️
I stayed in a Georgetown hostel. And went exploring the island every morning by bus. . Every evening was spent exploring the fascinating streets of Georgetown.
Great show, a nice relaxing stroll the price of the Hotel was a surprise.
Fascinating I’ve always wanted to visit Penang, one day I hope I can!
Enjoy warmer days ahead
Sabrina 🇫🇷🇬🇧
Welcom to Malaysia brother
Do you get some refund for flight cancellation?
Nope, non-refundable flight, lost $180, no huge deal.
Hi Gabriel, I've been following every post since you were in Tallinn back in 2018. Absolutely love your filming style... Can't help hiding my disappointment that Australia is now temporarily off your radar. I live in Adelaide South Australia and just know that you would absolutely love our Southern beaches here (google images of Port Willunga). Your love of greek Island scenes would certainly be matched by our stunning and pristine coastline (with no crowds!). Here's hoping one day soon you will make it this far south 🤞
All the best for a safe & happy new year... 👍
I'm bummed as well to miss out on Australia for now, but I'll definitely plan to go for it sometime soon.
He's slowly making his way down to Thailand. You should get some good video views. Thailand has three cities ranked in the Top 20 most popular cities in the world. Bangkok, Pattaya, and Phuket.
Just arrived, it's great to be back in Thailand.
@@GabrielTravelerVideos Absolutely awesome mate. I’m looking forward to the next bunch of videos!
Love Malaysia
I was surprised to find myself more interested in Penang than any of your other 'recent' videos in Asia. So glad you went there.
To change Australia to Malaysia just because of some rain forecast in some lil town, hmm
Australia is like entire continent, sure there is is some sunshine lands to fly to from original destination
It was rainy all across the north coast. But yes I could have hopped a flight to another part of the country. Decided to stay in Asia for now.
Merry Christmas Gabriel and Happy New Year 2023 🎉⛵🌲✨🧑🎄 Although my travels tend to be in the UK, I only aim for sunny days. Thank god for 10 day forecasts that are usually quite accurate 😁😊 Enjoy your travels.
Thanks and Merry Christmas Jenny, have an amazing 2023.
Thanks Gabriel 😊
Welcome to 🇲🇾..my reference n guide to Himalaya🇳🇵...ABC ..Annapurna Circuit..
When are you going to visit central asia( The Stans) ?
I've been to Uzbekistan, but would love to see more of that region: th-cam.com/video/2JY_RXP3SzI/w-d-xo.html
Colorful city with interesting architecture and history.
I enjoy such no frills virtual tours. I really enjoyed the tour of Penang 😍😍 I Would wait for the next episode.
My favorite country. Penang hill early morning is a must.
Hey Gabriel! If ure coming to KL, come to our satay stall. We’d love to have u and host u. 😍😍 (btw my husband is ur huge fan 😄)
I'm heading to Thailand next but maybe another time, say hi to your husband for me. Cheers.🥂
Will visit Taiwan this time.
Is the hotel price for the Veno Hotel shown in the video correct? USD 113 per night? The hotel looks like a 2 or 3-star hotel and the prices shown on Google map indicates it is only RM 140 (about USD 30) per night
Hello Gabe, when u gonna push through your travel plan in Australia?? I hope weather gonna be fine and in your favor in coming day and weeks. Thanks!!
Hello Gabriel😊
Merry Christmas🎄
To be honest you are better off giving Aussie a miss as its too expensive and full of Aussies lol
No more expensive then any other first world western country, he just went to singapore which he said was the most expensive city in the world. AUstralia is an entire continent with some of the most amazing natural scenery in the world , if he wants to give Australia a miss its his loss
@@johnschannel449 lolol
I used to stay at the cheap guest houses on Chulia street, 20-25 yrs ago. Maybe they are no longer there? Could get a room for 50-100 ringits if I remember correct. Used to be a lot of rats in the streets as well
Another one, but one only:
Gabriel your hotel room in Indonesia was not expensive at all.
True story!
$113 per night is super low season rates!
That is a statue depicting the monkey god sun wu kang. There was a movie called "journey to the west".
First?
Boom, nailed it.
Going out of 2022 as a winner!
Nice video. Thank you and congratulations.
the city park is quite bad and looks a bit dirty too,i think malaysia is awesome but it looks less attractive
Hello Gabriel! looking great, happy holidays! Stay safe & be well 😊🙏🎊🎉💞
Thanks, have a good one yourself. ✌
Intrepid Gabriel travels so … (clears throat) the rest of us do not have to? 👍
Phirst .
Seems nice and warm country
7:31- she had the "what the...." reaction lol
Hi Gabriel...Keep Calm & Eat Nasi Kandar 😎
Hi Welcome to pulau penang must visit kek lok si temple ty
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1st one! Long time viewer from 🇳🇵🤪
Was gonna go but went to Melaka instead and KL
In Georgetown now. Almost crossed paths. I'll see you on a sidewalk one of these days. Cheers
I left there two days ago, now on Langkawi. Have a great time.
@@GabrielTravelerVideos Back to KL tomorrow and fly home Sat. Haad Rin is calling out to you. Keep on trucking!
Malaysia is not cheaper than Thailand
Hi Bang Gabriel ... lima puluh
Great video, as always. You posted a question about music recently. The music on this video was a very nice and appropriate choice. Merry Christmas!
Great, good to hear. Happy Holidays.
Lots of nice memories of Penang.
USD113/night? I believe you can get a better hotel in a better location than that in Georgetown. Lived on the island for about 3 years as a teenager. Loved it!
Christmas price.
You were recently in Bali and now you're in Penang. Does that mean you're coming to Thailand?
Howdy from Ko Lipe.
Damn. You should’ve went to Perth, so close
He wont go to AUstralia
Australia ain’t going nowhere! Merry Christmas!
It's actually moving at approximately 2.7 inches per year due to continental drift. But that shouldn't be too much of an issue. Merry Christmas. 🥂
try OYO hotel maybe cheap
That is one expensive room
Malaysia looks beautiful
What was the significance of the rooms with the plaques with names and titles/degrees received? Who were the people?
It is members of the extended family or clan. There are several clan houses in Penang with most being open to the public
@@TS-pq8km Thanks very much
Try to control your panning speed so I can see what your filming.
Thanks for the feedback, I'll keep it in mind.
Hi Gabriel,
How was Bali?
Welcome to Malaysia! I'hope you n'joy. Malaysia is very low cost. Thank you.Tgk Wadjhuddin Aceh.
Cairns is set in the wet tropics though over the range (30min drive) the rain shadows abruptly finishes (usually) into the dry tropics. Got to see Penang soon!
very nice thank you
👍👍👍❤️Penang please try Chicken Capital good curry 🍛 🎉🎉🎉Happy New Year 🙏
Long history short, in the beginning of the milleneum, peoples from india brought in hinduism as well as buddhism into all over south east asia (think Angkor Watt, Borobodur etc). Subsequently, as india fell under moghul rule, many of now muslim traders from india came to south east asia and reinforced islam influences (originally from middle east).
Wow nice to see you back in Malaysia... Have a fun and productive time in this multiracial country... 😊
Enjoyed your street walk with the sites and your music choice, thank you again for your travel vlogs, and may your New Year be a good one. Looking forward to 2023 vlogs.
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if it was raining in cairns why not go to sydney , melbourne or Perth , Tasmania or a millions other places in Australia where its not raining and the weather is nice. Cairns is a great place but its not the only great place in AUstralia worth visiting. . This is the best time of year to visit the southern half of AUstralia when its nice and warm if you go in winter the southern half can be cold and wet, maybe just stop over in Sydeny or melbourne on your way back for a day or two then you can atleast say you have been to AUstralia
First 😃✌️
Second. 😊✌
Will be in George Town for 5 1/2 starting February. Got a lot of catching up after 3 years away.