Also known as “the pearl of the orient,” this island blends Malay, Chinese, Indian, and European cultures, creating a vibrant atmosphere. Penang has the most breathtaking beaches and islands in Malaysia with loads of activities and sights on the island.
With all the options here, you’re sure to have an amazing company retreat to help boost your team morale and promote creativity, all while building an all around better team.
Penang Island is also known to be the best place to enjoy wonderful local dishes as it’s seen as the food capital of Malaysia. Visit Georgetown and follow the trail of street art or discover the wildlife at Penang National Park. You can also visit Malaysia’s largest Buddhist temple called Kek Lok Si which translates to “heavenly temple” and is a sacred place of worship for Buddhists all over the world.
Buddhist temples and food aren’t all you’ll discover in Penang, you can find tons of team-building activities for you and your team to join. You could try mini golf, escape rooms, paint and pottery studios, and scavenger hunts along with many others. You’ll have an unforgettable experience on your work retreat.
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The most popular team building activities are surf lessons, SUP lessons and tapas night but there are plenty more to choose from.
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