Thursday, April 25, 2024

Marco Ferrarese

Marco Ferrarese has lived in Penang since 2009 and is an expert on Malaysia and Borneo. He authored chapters on Malaysia and Brunei for the Rough Guides and published several books. He has written on travel, culture and extreme music in Asia for a variety of international publications and shares his Penang intelligence on the Penang Insider.

The Perfect One Day in Singapore Itinerary

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13 Best Things to Do in KOMTAR at The Top Penang...

If you look anywhere to the sky in George Town, you can’t miss Komtar, Penang’s tallest building. Built between 1974 and 1989, it soars in...

How to Get a Chinese Visa in Penang Malaysia: A Step...

Few people seem to know that since 2016 it’s possible to apply for and get a Chinese visa in Penang, Malaysia without the need...

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