About a quarter into the cycle ride – a scheduled stop at a rustic fisherman’s village. I turned around to look at the couple on our Balik Pulau cycling tour, I noticed a sense of bewilderment on their faces as they whispered to each other. Determined to ensure they did not miss out on the experience, I approached them and …
Balik Pulau’s charm isn’t apparent from its main roads. To really experience the area, from its hillside durian farms to its fishing villages, the best way is on the seat of a bicycle – ideally led by the utterly enthusiastic and professional Princilia and SJ. Their tours span a whole day, and include food and drink as well as transport. …
On the opposite side of the Pearl of the Orient, life takes on a much quieter approach. Balik Pulau does not get the credit it deserves as a place worthy of a visit. Sure, it may not be as developed as George Town and certainly does not exude a similar charm to that of Batu Ferringhi’s but it makes up …
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