Happenings in September - CeraVe Event

Saturday 14/9/24

I joined GF at CeraWorld event held at 122 Mackenzie Road, a collaboration with CeraVe to raise awareness and provide support for eczema care.

During the event, we heard from industry experts on the latest in eczema care and explored CeraVe’s product range. Their selection is ideal for home care, offering nourishing options to support skin health.

There were also interactive games designed to convey messages. For the bowling game, the goal was to knockout dehydration using CeraVe products.

Penang (Malaysia) Day 2 and 3: Armenian Street + Chew Jetty

Sunday 8/9/24

We took a Grab to Chulia Street which was about 25 minutes ride at RM15 (or S$5) and reached at 4.05pm. We wanted to explore the different streets in George Town.

It turned out there was nothing much to see at Chulia Street besides food and drinks. So we wandered around, soaking in the culture and history of George Town.

We stumbled upon the Central Fire Station 1908, a beautifully well preserved structure dating back to 1908, the year it was first constructed.

George Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with the streets overflow with rich history and culture, transporting us back 40 or 50 years ago where the past meets the present.

Most of the attractions in George Town are free to explore except for entering museums. The side of the fire station is an interesting street lined with Malaysia flags hanging overhead, creating a festive atmosphere as we walked by. 

The street was enhanced by the mural art on the walls, showcasing George Town's street art scene. These works, created by both local and international artists, are scattered throughout the town, drawing tourists from around the globe to witness the city's heritage.

10 minutes walk away was Armenian Street which was a more lively walking street lined with array of cafes, local craft shops and souvenirs, and popular street arts where people queued to take photos.

Penang (Malaysia) Day 2: Roti Bakar Hutton Lane + Penang Road Famous Teochew Chendul

I did not manage to sleep well for this trip, tossing and turning until 4.30am, awoke again at 6.30am. I just continued staying on bed until 8am to prepare myself for the day ahead.

While waiting for my turn in the bathroom, I caught a bit of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 playing on the television.

The rain has stopped, allowing us to proceed with our plans. Georgetown is quite a unique area, filled with red-tiled roof shophouses that gave a sense of history. From where I stood, I could catch a glimpse of the sea at the far end, just beyond the tall buildings.

By 9.15am, we were done with preparation and ready to go. I applied some sunscreen before heading out for breakfast, eager to start the day.

The walk from our hotel to the breakfast spot was 13 minute walk. We took this opportunity to take in the sights of George Town and admired the historical charm of the neighbourhood.

Crossing the streets in George Town can be quite a challenge, especially at places without traffic lights. The flow of cars seemed never-ending, making it difficult to cross safety. Whenever we spotted an overhead bridge, we will use it to cross over despite the longer route.

We reached Roti Bakar Hutton Lane at about 9.40am and it was crowded with people. We managed to find an empty table at the far end of the lane. I wanted to try one of their local specialty from street food stall as George Town is known for its street food scene, and I found this local's favourite breakfast spot.

Penang (Malaysia) Day 1: JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La + 1st Avenue Mall

Penang has long been on my travel list, a destination I wanted to explore. I was supposed to visit five years ago, but an unexpected incident just few days before the trip forced me to forgo. Five years later, I finally make that long-awaited trip to Penang.

While we were on the air nearing Penang, raindrops began to hit the plane window and heavy rain blurred the view entirely for awhile.

We landed at Penang International Airport at 3.35pm ahead of schedule and cleared the custom in 25 minutes.

We went to the pickup point and called for a Grab. The drive from the airport to our hotel in George Town took about 45 minutes due to some congestion on the narrow lanes and the fare was RM70 (or $23.33). We reached our hotel at 5pm.

We saved Village Grocer for our last stop as supermarkets are usually where I tend to stock up on my snacks. I got 4 items at RM51.75 (or $17.25), which was lesser than what I usually get on other trips. Many of the items were quite similar to what I can find in Singapore, so I did not buy much.

We returned back to hotel at 9.50pm and it was still raining.

Packing up my loots for today. A rare time where I bought so many shirts for myself in just a day. Time to update my wardrobe and get rid of the old ones.

The snacks I gotten from the supermarket might be able to find in Singapore, but they were definitely a bit cheaper here.

Here marked the end of day 1, hope for better weather tomorrow to outdoor exploration.