The charming bustling city of Georgetown in located in Penang Island, off the Malaysia Peninsula's northwest coast. The city has been listing as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 7 July 2008 due to its unique architectural and cultural tracts Founded

in 1786 by British trader Francis Light, it is one of the oldest British settlements in Malaysia and one of the country's most sought after resort areas. From white sparkling beaches, fascinating historic heritage to outdoor activities, fabulous shopping and dinning options and much more.. Georgetown has something special to cater its every guest. A wide choice of Georgetown accommodations is available in the city which range from apartments to cottages, and house rentals, which cater to vacationers with varied budget and taste.

Georgetown is a little compact city that you can explore on foot. Wander along the wide streets of the town where you can see splendid buildings rubbing shoulders with swanky malls, hotels and Georgetown vacation rentals. There are several attractions to wander at in the city, lovely Chinese houses, temple ceremonies to vibrant flea markets, natural parks and wildlife sanctuary. Take a guided sightseeing tour of the city that will take you all major historic sites such as Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion, Fort Cornwallis, Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi, Penang Islamic Museum, St George Church, and Wat Chaiyamangalaram. If you seek some thrill then head off to the pristine beaches where you can indulge in adrenaline pumping activities from sailing and surfing to snorkeling, scuba diving, and kayaking. From your Georgetown apartment rentals, you can also take leisurely stroll on the well marked pathways near the shore and the lush green outskirts of the city. Enjoy a breathtaking view of Georgetown from Komtar which is the tallest building in Penang or tee off on the greens at the challenging courses,well equipped with all modern facilities including sports center and cafeterias. If you are through with exploring Georgetown, plan an exciting day trip to Kuala Lumpur, which is just a short drive away from the city.

Georgetown is considered the best place in Penang for gourmets. Dining options are varied ranging from small roadside cafeterias, dim sum stalls to takeaway joints, open eateries and plush restaurants and much more. Gurney Drive remains the major haunt amongst vacationers where you can treat your taste buds to authentic Malaysian delicacies at affordable prices. A plethora of specialty restaurants also dot the city which serve a great variety of western and Asian cuisine. In the evening, Georgetown comes alive with people hanging around the vibrant street markets, enjoying meals at the local eateries and sampling out their favorite drinks at sizzling bars and pubs. If you are one of the those who is addicted to shopping then do explore the daily flea markets of the city where you can buy all kinds of goods and items at the least possible prices. For some serious shopping, check out the swanky malls, located near Georgetown vacation apartments, which not only house multitudes of designer stores, and shops but also boast supermarkets, amusement parks, and restaurants. If you are looking for authentic souvenirs then head off to Little India or the Little Penang Street Market where you can buy all sorts of items from Indian traditional ware, sculptures, and jewelery to silver ware, seashells, hand painted clothes, portraits etc.