Most activities are centered around Batu Ferringhi, where most of the popular beach resorts are located. Their facilities include waterskiing, sailing, windsurfing, water scooters, and waterskiing. This prime stretch of beach is always a hive of activity with elite nightspots and restaurants which come to life in the evening.
We had tried out some of those activities before we took off and checked out from the hotel, i.e. pony or horse riding, windsurfing, etc.
After both Issac and Annabelle, together with Mummy have a good rest ^^ in the afternoon, actually we had a good nap, waiting for Daddy came back from the Georgetown, we went out from the hotel and walked towards the sidewalk bazaar along the street. We actually would like to do it yesterday night, eventually we were so tired and slept early. It was really exhausted as the day before we were travelling in the car early in the morning. 
The roadside of Batu Ferringhi's beach hotels transforms into a bazaar after the sunset, in a tribute to free enterprise, traders from all over the island set up their stalls under colourful canopies all along the stretch. And, this is the Batu Ferringhi Night Market. A typical Malaysian pasar malam (night market), the one at Batu Ferringhi is simply huge with more than 1,000 stalls lining the main road. 
Daddy bought a pair of Spiderman sandals and a Ben 10 T-shirt for Issac, whereby Belle is the toys. It was around 7.00pm when we received Andrew’s call and asked us go for dinner at one of the famous restaurant. x
The Tropical Spice Garden is a privately-funded agro-tourism project endorsed by the Penang state government. It is open to the public since November 27th 2003, the garden is landscaped on original jungle terrain covering roughly 8 acres.
The Garden was designed in such a way that one should be able to hear the relaxing sounds of running water at almost any vista. The stream that runs through the core of the gardens is based on perfect feng shui principles - the water flows from top to bottom to the sea and the mountain is at the back.
Water features provide the relaxing sound of running water at waterfalls, ponds and streams, providing a cooling and soothing sensation. The use of waterways provides an alternative habitat for a more diversified ecosystem and also serves as an irrigation network.
Benches built with more than generous proportions and deep seating are strategically positioned throughout the Garden for visitors to relax and fully take in the sights and sounds.
We did not go to the Visitor Centre which is located in a picturesque Straits Colonial holiday bungalow - Lone Crag Villa - overlooking the sea, with a built-up area of about 5,500 square feet. As we did not know it it is located at the hill top. It corporate a Cooking School which accommodate kitchen and cooking class facilities, dining facilities. Visitors can do a booking to learn the Malaysian recipes.
Besides that, Three Monkey Restaurant which set on top of Lone Crag, offers an unparalleled panoramic view of Teluk Bahang bay. Dine alfresco enveloped by jungle trees or find shelter under the double tiered 'alang alang' roof whilst you enjoy a fresh serving of the best Thai-Asian delights or simply enjoy a cool lime soda after a walk through the garden. We did see the signage but did not go up, we thought that was just another ‘expensive restaurant’…
There are a Gift Shop and a Garden Shop too, which we did not go as well. Actually, by end of the trip to the Garden, all of us are very exhausted already, and hungry too. Two consecutive Farm and Garden in a row. Mummy can feels that Annabelle is tired already. But never the less, great outing for both.
Resources: http://www.tropicalspicegarden.com
The first thing that we did at the morning is going to The Penang Butterfly Farm. It is not difficult to look for. It is the first tropical butterfly farm ever set up in the world, was founded in 1986. It is located in Telok Bahang, a fishing village located north of the island.
Penang Butterfly Farm is sanctuary to an average flying population of 4,000 Malaysian butterflies from 120 different species, including some very rare and famous ones, like the Indian Leaf (Kallima paralekta), the endangered Yellow Birdwing (Troides helena) and the Rajah Brooke's Birdwing, arguably Malaysia's most well-known insect.
There are a lot of attractive ‘living stations’ here, such asOther than the above, there is an Auditorium which incorporated a AV Room for show time; an Art Gallery and Artifacts & Tribal Art Gallery, Souvenir Outlet, Leppidio Insect Gift, Fruit Stall and Café.
The children enjoy the farm, seeing all those interesting insects and butterflies. It is quite an educational trip for them.
After the visit coming back from the tours of the Temples, Bother Andrew and Sister Agatha were wondering want to go to George Town for a walk.
By seeing both Issac and Annabelle were so tired, Mummy and Daddy had decided that Mummy will stay at hotel and looked after them, let both kids have a rest instead. Eventually both also did not have a nap and play in the room.
Daddy came back with actually a lot of interesting places and buildings photos with him. Should come back next round and take the trails again!
Before Mummy was able to get into the restaurant, Annabelle just held my hand, and said to me in a pity and tire face, “Mummy, Belle is very tired and sleepy. I want to sleep…”
Then, Mummy just told Daddy that, probably asked him to pack some food for me or help me to order a room service so that I can have the lunch in the room, while Belle is sleeping.
Who’s know?
This naughty Belle ran to the room, she is eyeing on the titbits that placed on the beverage counter, and asked me to open for her. Hmmm….this was actually what she is ‘sleepy’ about – eating the titbits not tired and sleepy.
Well, no choice then Mummy just ordered the Nasi Goreng with the Satay as my lunch in room, while she is playing and enjoying her titbits.
The children just like to play the sand on the beach. Daddy had bought 2 bags of vehicles toys just for this Penang trip as he knew that we are staying at Batu Ferringhi.
Both Issac and Annabelle were digging, filling, and pouring, and also had the opportunities to watch other activities happened on the beach.
Beach is a sandy area ad a great place for children to explore! Here is some of the items or activities that we were doing for our own sand play session:
The Snake Temple, also known as the Temple of the Azure Cloud, was built in 1850. Founded by Priest Chor Soo Kong for the Taoist worshippers, this temple is a sanctuary for the said 'holy and harmless' pit-vipers which are believed to be the 'servants' of the deity. These venomous snakes can be seen coiling round the pillars, beams and potted plants within the temple compound.
There is a photography stall just specially to take photos with the snakes for the visitors. We did it! And, so excitedly Issac and Annabelle too use their hand to touch, and feels and hold the cold big yellow snakes. Oh, my god, Mummy myself also quite afraid when want to touch the snakes! But, both of our brave kids did it! Of course, Mummy did take a lot of photos of that too!
Then, after the Snake Temple, ends our short Penang tour guided by Dave. He drove us back to the hotel and check-in.
Source from http://www.virtualmalaysia.com/
