Is Penang Malaysia the Best Place to Retire? - Retire to Malaysia
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- Опубліковано 14 жов 2022
- First in a Series of Videos on cities to retire to in Malaysia.
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Thank you so much for the mention in the beginning!! So super honored!! Also such super detailed coverage about Penang. My mom’s from Penang and I really love it there. We have a house there too. Almost everything is accessible easily there except for the traffic during rush hours. Food is divine.
Thank you Ray! 😊
Hi Andrew the Penang State Goverment should give you an award for saying good about Penang and tho am from Kl I enjoy going there.
maytan, How do you know that the government of Malaysia hasn't already given him the money to say good thing in the public of that country? The question is: How much?
Thanks for promoting my home state! Your video is always so wonderful 2 watch! Well done!
Hi Andrew,
I lived in Penang for ten years up until 2016 and your video brought back many happy memories. I look forward to seeing your videos on other cities. Keep up the good work.
Appreciate your perspective of Penang. My family and I enjoyed our time there. We also stayed at the Shangri-La. You are spot on about the food. Penang is a place my wife and I are considering retiring to - if the MM2H program get revised. IMHO, Penang was not as hectic as KL, but you are right about the traffic from Batu Ferrangi to Georgetown on weekends. Look forward to the other episodes in this series. Keep up the good work.
1st comment, love Penang although been there once.
Definitely on the list to destination on the next visit 👍
Taylor, thanks for making this video about Penang. The new series you are doing regarding ideal Malaysian cities for expats is of great interest to me. I am planning to be in Malaysia this February to explore KL, Penang, Langkawi, and Kuching. It would also be great when you are done profiling the various cities to then make a summary video that compares and contrasts the cities. For those who like nature, live in city x. For those who like going out to eat, live in city y, etc. Just a thought!
Great idea David, thanks! 😊
@@andrewtaylor4558 I think David's idea would make for a great video.
I've watched several videos on Penang, and this is one of the best! Thank-you for such an informative and charming overview of Penang!
Glad it was helpful!
Yes, Penang is underrated. This San Francisco native is def heading to Penang soon.
Good for you! 😊
I did not like Penang but that was back in June and the place still getting back into the swing of things. People say it's me. I am going back in December to Langkawi and KL so you have convinced me to have another look and spend money there. As for eating out -yes so much cheaper and easier and with my cooking a hell of a lot better. I insisted on a unit with a kitchen for a month in KL and rarely used it, this time I dont care as I know i wont use it. You are a good ambassador for Malaysia. No I did not see earl grey. Another great video Thank you.🖐👍
Penang Island, one of my favourite holiday destinations and my family too (by the way, l am from Singapore)
Hi.. I really like ur vids, esp the food ones 😊. U have a gentle, warm and slightly raspy voice - i find it soothing to listen to. Hv a nice teh tarik...
Thank you so much 😊
Great video, thanks again Andrew. I’d like to visit Penang on my next trip to Malaysia. I spent my entire first trip in KL which was wonderful but I’d like to see another side of Malaysia that complements the vibrant, dynamic excitement of the city.
It’s really relaxing in Penang. Can be very vibrant at the same time. Best of both worlds!
Omg.. I love penang so much.. Foods heaven..
Kuala Lumpur is bustling and Penang is vibrant but I choose to retire in Putrajaya because this city is very tranquil, not to mention that this city is also located very near to Kuala Lumpur International Airport and that the Prime Minister of Malaysia works there!
Yes, very nice there! 😊
You're helping ease my wife's anxiety about our impending move to Penang❤ We love your videos and really appreciate you!
So glad to help. 🤗
Thank you so much Mr Taylor, far too much great content to take in.......
Thank you so much 😊
Great insight into Penang, thankyou.
Excellent review Taylor.
Thank you for sharing this video,it was great 👍
Homerun video, Taylor! Very informative and helpful. Thank you for taking the time to make it.
Love your video👍🏻
Enjoyed this video, looking forward to the others.
The first time I subscribed to a channel after being asked to. Thanks for your work!
Thanks for sharing this wonderful video.
Been waiting for this series. You did not disappoint. Thanx Taylor !!
Hi Taylor .
Just coming to hear your wonderful voice & your personality.
You are the best lah! ♥️
MR Taylor, thank you for this nice video. You give great details about Penang as well as an honest opinion about prices, language, things to do, dining options and shopping. I also enjoyed you video on Penang when you visited with friends and caught the bus. I would enjoy staying in Penang as well as Georgetown. Hope you and Earl Grey are doing well. Look forward to your next video.
Another fun video. Btw, congratulations on your rising subscriber base 👏
Thank you 😊
Thanks, Taylor! Very interesting video. I saw Earl Grey at the wet market staring at the fishes!
You win! 😊
Excellent productions for the "mature folks" that require all the necessary information for long term visits and/or residency. One of the best in depth look that I have seen to date about Malaysia, both micro and macro, with a flair to the sublime ! ~ Keep up the good work and keep us abreast of any changes to MM2H and related information. ~ Thanks & Cheers to Andrew !
Thanks so much. 😊
Really informative thanks Taylor , I’m there for 5 weeks in Jan / Feb . I’m already subbed 👍
Thanks 😊
This video is a treasure trove of info. Good job. You can also fit more footage of the places being explained for the future videos.
Thank you 😊
Nice inform video ! But a bit short . As if I need more ! ❤
Really informative! I cant wait to hear about other destinations. I really hope you can spend some time in Kuching, its my favorite place in Malaysia.
Yes, I’ve been there once! 😊
Thank you Taylor 😀
Taylor your UA-cam channel is wonderful 👏👏👏👏👏
Thank you so much ☺️
Thank you so much 🌻
I would pick penang. I am a bit bias coz my late father was from penang
Kk or Kota Kinabalu would be your another option because.
Threre is a place that resembles the European or North American nature... The Kundasang.
A well known for being having the coolest, sub temperate temperature plus her sub temperate vegetation plus the Mt. Kinabalu beautiful magnificent views.. That does not exist in Penang..
Anyway to justify my recommendation.. Please be free to visit our state Sabah.. Talking about foods.. If you re seafood lover, Kk n Sabah can offer you with all varieties of fishes, crabs, lobsters at the cheapest prices in whole of Malaysia or East Asia.
Yes, I plan on doing a video on Kota Kinabalu! I probably should visit beforehand though. 😊 I would be interested in talking more with you. 😊
@@andrewtaylor4558 my pleasure.
Thank you for the information ❤
You are so welcome!
@@andrewtaylor4558 we will be visiting penang next month during the Easter. Could you recommend a nice hotel for families
I can't wait for retire
Thank you Taylor for great video
I remember going to the movies in KL. I just wanted to enjoy AC. There were a few movies to choose from in the complex. I chose the cheapest, with actors I never heard about. I had a great nap. The story helped in creating the mood...
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Hi Taylor. We visited kota kinabalu just before penang last week. You should take a trip there, its gr8
I want to! I need to! 😊
Spice garden and tropical fruit gardens are worth to watch out for, as well.
Yes, love those places. 😊
Love your videos Taylor! We are looking at relocating as a family to Malaysia-do you know anyone that has done that? Ps: liked and subscribed!
Try watching kenzo's quest (theynare finding ways to get long term visas) ryan calder (i assumed he works as a teacher at an international school, not sure if its correct. He lives in Nilai, Negeri Sembilan) and Terengganu Girls (their father is a fly fishing enthusiast and teaches others on fly fishing, tjey live in terengganu)
Thank you! 😊
Oh! I wanna play Mahjong with u!!!
Hi Taylor, I stumbled upon your channel when we searched for Penang. Now I am a new subscriber. Thank you for the wealth of information on Penang. We never been to Malaysia, but Penang is top in our list when we are ready to retire (hopefully soon). We are thinking of short stay (3 months per year) to escape the Canadian winter. Is Airbnb the best option?
Thanks, sounds like a great plan. I think you can probably find some pretty good deals for a 3 month stay with AirBnB. 😊
@@andrewtaylor4558 Thank you. Hopefully our retirement is coming soon enough.
Hi Taylor try to find the cream of wheat at hock choon supermarket, also along Jalan ampang.
I’ll check! Thanks 😊
His best bet! Hock Choon has been around for yonks and near his place!
@@sychin8459 yes, and theynusually have products from all over the world as their clients are the embassies' staffs. More than 30 years ago, i wanted to follow this recipe that need graham crackers, and no other stores in KL carried them so i went to Hocl Choon in search fo and lo and behold there they were on a shelf in the cokies aisle, so i bet Taylor can find what he was searching for there, another store that i think will have it will be TMC in bangsar. Those were the shops that mySpanish aunt frequented when she was here in KL
Hi Andrew, I am wondering if you have tried buying groceries at Ampang Grocer. It is located in the corner at the other end of the block where La Risata Ampang is. There you can find a slightly wider range of imported snacks, cereals, etc. You might find your cream of wheat there.
Yeah, I love going there too. Maybe should give it a try
I go there often, just easier to walk downstairs to Village Grocer tho. 😂😂😂
High Andrew booked to go to Penang in Nov was booked to go just weeks before the pandemic and for obvious reasons it was canceled so looking forward to the trip .
My question to you is what part of the city do you recommend to stay my budget for hotel is between 30 and 60 USD a night and what restaurants would you recommend?
I plan to walk around the city a lot however will probably use public transportation, can you rent a motorbike without a local license?
Been checking out Tripadvisor and Emilies steak house looks amazing , wonder if you have any must go to restaurants ?
Enjoy your vids very informative .
Kev, thanks so much! I think where you stay depends on what you want to do and how long you are going to be there. If you stay in the old part of Penang, Georgetown, near Love Lane is good for nightlife and music. Plenty of food around there too, including Emily’s Steak House which is good! If you want to be near where the Expats live near Straights Quay is good. I’ve stayed at Hompton Hotel on the beach there and it is very nice and has some good deals.
I think you should be able to rent a scooter with no problem.
Enjoy your trip! I hope you love Penang! 😊
Great content great research and comprehensive. Thank you for your effort. What areas are best if I didn’t want to live where expats live? Any idea what dating is like there? Thank you
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The only area that is almost exclusively expats is Quayside. In my building there there were only a handful of expats. Dating is like anywhere, dating apps. 😂
@@andrewtaylor4558 thank you 🙏🏼
Scotland popping in!😄👋🏻👋🏻 as long time former expats now retired just LOVE your videos! Why did you leave Penang for JK?? We were thinking of retiring there but found it much more humid/hot in summer time when we visited being coastal than the interior KL which suited us for that holiday visit. Is that correct?? Thanks! Keep them coming!👏🏻👏🏻🙏🏻💓👋🏻
I moved to KL for person reasons. I prefer Penang over KL and it certainly isn’t cooler in KL. At least you have the sea breeze in Penang. 😊
@@andrewtaylor4558 Thanks Andrew, perhaps it was just during that one time we visited n felt it?? Holidaying from where we lived n worked for 40 yrs in Dubai etc. Good to know! Keep up the great work with videos n commentary! 😄👍🏻
Very good information. I plan to travel to Penang in mid February for a month. Looking for mid price hotel recommendation?
Hompton on the Beach is nice.
Absolutely
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Yer, I like Penang mate. The Red Garden is great innit.
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Good videos, keep it up. I enjoy watching them! Hahaha, on on !
Thank you so much 😊
Love Penang! Got caught in that traffic on the way to Batu Ferringhi. But that food center at the night market is the best!!🐷
Is the night market at batu ferringhi?
@@bsways Yes, normally. Haven't been there since before the pandemic so no guarantees today. It's a pretty big one that goes all the way up the main street. I would recommend taking a taxi or the bus. If you take either get off by the start of the market, McDonald's. Then eat and walk up. It is easier to catch the bus or taxi at the top. If you try to catch it by the gas station and McDonalds there is a chance it will be full heading back to Georgetown.
@@darrylk808 thanks for the reply. I'm going to be staying in Georgetown. Is it easy to get there just for a visit to the market etc
@@bsways It's easy by taxi or bus (depending on where in Georgetown you are staying). I think we caught the bus headed out there on a street around the Gurney area. Use Google maps with the bus/train option to see the bus route. The bus is easy, but depending on when and where you catch it you may have to stand up. I think the bus took around 40mins. Taxi was a faster, but I'm cheap. :) It's not far, just one road out/back that can be busy.
@@bsways Also, on one trip we went out early in the day planning on staying till the night market opened. I wouldn't recommend this. It is too hot to walk around outdoors in the middle of the afternoon. Also, visited a resort, but they warned you not to swim due to Jellyfish. You can jetski, paraglide, etc. if you are into those things. Other than that there was nothing really going on. We ended up buying a drink and going to an internet cafe to kill a few hours till dark. :)
This question was asked on Reddit on the Malaysia subreddit. Many people recommend Taiping as a great retirement location.
Yes, it is lovely but a bit too small for most people I would think. It deserves a mention though. 😊
Taiping and Ipoh are two great cities for malaysian retiree. For expat , its a question mark.
That makes sense. It was most likely all Malaysians replying to the question. As a native Californian, I thought Taiping was a bit small. My wife has family there. JB and KL looked a little better to me for retirement, with JB being my favorite. Will spend more time in Penang on our next trip.
Omg I lived in tanjung bungah too..I recognize the jacuzzi wt ocean view..the price was higher though...6000MYR per month roughly...
If you live in tanjung bungah for 500usd that's a really good deal! Lovely 😍
When we’re you there? I was paying rm 2200. If you were paying rm 6,000 you must have been in a penthouse unit, roughly 3,000 sq ft. Those are more like rm 4,000 now because the building is considered old now at 15 years. Lots of new competition. I did love it there though. 😊
@@andrewtaylor4558 oic yes correct ours was 3000 sqft for 6K back in 2018...wow only 4000 nowadays..mb we go back in the future...never know...! Great informative vids Andrew. Thnx and best wishes 😊
Hi Taylor. We're planning to retire early in Penang but not very soon as our children are very young. Perhaps you can cover the best place to stay for those family with kids? I prefer Chinese/English school as I heard that Penang offers excellent school system. Thanks🥰
You are right, there are many international schools in Penang.
I took the schools part out of the video because I thought it was getting too long and retirees generally don’t need schools. There are plenty tho. 😊
Cream of wheat reminds me of childhood.
I always have a box in the cupboard.
How lucky you are. 😊
Earl Grey goes shopping:
He's telling the man, I would like 1 red fish, 1 yellow fish 🐠, 2 squid 🦑 and 1/4 pound shrimp 🦐
Yep. 😂😂😂
Great video!
May I ask why you moved from Penang to Kuala lumpur?
🤔 I often wonder. 😊
Hi Tylor iam just arrived home holidays from Cameron Highland.. Really nice weather.. Coling..like Autumn season.. I advise you to go there.. Hehehe.. Good vedeo nice content.. Keep it up.. Tq
Thanks 😊
Hi Taylor, great story of your stay in Penang swimming with lizards!🦎
Hi Taylor. It is a beautiful video on Penang. You have a typing error for the word Palau, in naming Pulau Tikus.
Yes I know. 😩
@@andrewtaylor4558 no problem.
"Penang" is the Englisman's mispronounciation of of the Malay word "Pinang" (which many Malaysians have followed). "Pulau Pinang" or "Pinang Island" is the full name of the island.
It must have been an island full of Pinang (Beetle Nut) tree..once upon a time.
in fact the malay word of Pinang is also an influence word from the chinese word of 槟榔. it was first recorded in a map by admiral Cheng Hoe in the early 15th century. the isle of Betel nut in translation in English. "Bing Lang Yu". so there is not right and wrong, it is a transformation of Pronunciation over time by different languages.
@@tgertatt6167 way off
@@Abdul-Amburadul I believe is the other way around.
I studied in the U.S for six years(Pittsburg State University, Kansas). I would really appreciate it if you could tell me where I can get Dr. Pepper, York's Peppermint Patty, and Whatchamacallit here in Malaysia. I've searched everywhere and couldn't find them and just simply gave up. Used to drink Dr. Pepper almost everyday when I was in the U.S. I miss it so much
😂😂😂, you can find anything online. The Peppermint Patty’s are very expensive but I found a 4 pack of Dr Pepper on Lazada for rm 39 which isn’t terrible if you really want it. 😊
Cream Of Wheat is available on Lazada.
Not for a reasonable price. 😂😂😂
Mr. Taylor, are you planning to stay in Malaysia the rest of your life? If so, then it proves Malaysia really is a country worthwhile for everyone to consider to retire for good.
Yes, at this point I’m planning to stay in Malaysia the rest of my life. 😊
Hi Taylor, why did you move to KL from Penang? I thought KL is too busy for retirees? My biggest challenge to live in SE Asia is the very high humidity unfortunately. But we will give it a try for sure.
I moved for a relationship actually. I prefer Penang but KL is growing on me. 😂
@@andrewtaylor4558 We need to visit KL. I am sure it is also a nice city. The closest we have been is Singapore.
No it's the macaque, prosbocis can only be found in borneo.
Really? Thanks. 😊
Still not strong enough but I subscribed haha
As a Singaporean, I likewise have this wonder if Penang might indeed be THE place for retirement. I visited it once and love it-- both the cleanliness and also the Chinese culture. But I vaguely think it's getting unaffordable....
Not compared to Singapore! 😊
@@andrewtaylor4558 oh so, it's still more affordable than Singapore? Good to know!🎉
You have never encountered Charlie Ants? I have had their venom and it is not a nice experience. They seem to have an area in Tanjong Tokong. Not life threatening but they will give some pain and a large blistered area.
Oh yeah. They got me once. Ouch 😂
Penang and KL are great places to retire, but after the recent Malaysia My 2nd Home changes, only people with a huge retirement income will be able to move there until/unless the Malaysian government changes its mind. It would entail a ferry or flight, but could you take a look at retiring in Kuching as it is still accessible for the average financed person? Thank you!
I’m planning a video on Kuching. I’ve been before but hope to visit again. 😊
@@andrewtaylor4558 thank you! 👍🏻
Yes, it is a 100 degrees F paradise.
It is never 100 degrees.
i really enjoy your sense of humour taylor..really cute🥰😛
Thank you so much 😊
Do senior expats receive discounts in maylasia, food, healthcare, attractions, public transportation?
Some. Any senior discount extends to Expats. 🤗
Hi Andrew. Is it still possible in 2024 to get $500 condos in Penang?
Yes, absolutely 👍
Some people may like taiping.
Yes, I plan on talking about Ipoh/Taiping. 😊
You are smart to retire in Msia with good living, little violence & great food. Just imagine yr US peers losing a big chunk of theirs 401k retirement svgs
Yes, I’m too old to rely on stocks. 😊
Is it still easy and affordable for someone to qualify to retire there? I heard only the rich could qualify to retire there.
At the moment only the rich but hoping for change
How big is Penang? The size of D.C. or New York City?
About one million
Why did you move from Penang to KL ?
Will be revealed in next week’s video. 😂
Taylor, stinging jellyfish are a NIGHTMARE, you can't really see them until its too late. The burns are very painful. Not worth the risk for me. Use swimming pools instead. Are there ways that the locals control the jellyfish population ?
Not that I know of. 😞
What happens if a person just stays on as a tourist with border runs?
You can be refused entry if they catch on. Personally, I would find it too stressful
@@andrewtaylor4558 Do they have specific restrictions on long-term tourists and border runs? Would you believe that Nicaragua has none??
@8:35 that picture of the cat sitting amongst the seafood is classic! Cat heaven 😂
I missed it now have to go back and have a look. Well done
@@beyondmoneybusiness yes it's bit hard to spot. It's sitting up on the bench where the guy is chopping something. Looking straight at the camera
A+++.
Penang
KL
Malacca
Johor
Kuching?
Yes, all on the list. 😊
As a local retiree teacher, my town Seremban is the best town to retire. It is not too busy, easy to go on one day trips to KL, Malacca and Port Dickson beach. I could go for holidays to Kuantan via Bandar Muazam Shah, Johor Baru and Frazer Hills via Jelebu Karak Bentong. Cheers.
Earl Grey oversees the wet market...here fishy, fishy!
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Pulau, not Palau hahahaha...
Sorry about that! 😂
@@andrewtaylor4558 is ok lah. Ur audience sure won't mind the little error
@@daryllim4826
Yeah
Probocis monkeys in Penang??? They are the nose monkeys. I think you need to head over to Borneo for those.
I'm oretty sure you meant Macquakes. They are the naughty ones that steal food and stuff....
Yes, I got that wrong! 😂
Retiring in Malaysia sounds good, BUT, do/can foreign born residents get used to the heat & humidity, need air con 24x7 ? Stopped over one night in Singapore years ago, the heat was unforgettable.
I’ve gotten used to the heat but I grew up in Florida. 😂