Penang, for sybarites seeking luxury in the lap of nature, is as good as it gets. The lavish villas and hotels overlooking the beaches, upscale restaurants and exclusive spas that have sprung up in the state’s charming capital ensure extravagant travellers arriving here whale of a time. Shopping in state’s capacious malls and lively outdoor markets is another prerogative for buying tickets on premium class flights for this Malaysian state. No list of Penang’s tourist trappings is complete without mentioning its diverse dining scene. The freshness and flavours of Malaysian cuisines as well as the outstanding quality of fruits produced here is famous the world over. So no matter you are on a business tour, or a holiday with family or friends, be prepared for a taste-tingling joy that will be with you for long.