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The same questions, answered side by side for October. We don't pick a winner — the trade-offs are the point.
Penang
Malaysia
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| In October | 29°C28 rainy days · sea 31° |
| Flying time | 17h 20mfrom Los Angeles |
| Ideal stay | 3–4 nights |
| Best for | Foodies · Culture seekers · Solo travellers |
| The feel of it | Sticky, layered, endlessly edible |
| Where people stay | George Town heritage coreor Gurney Drive and Pulau Tikus |
| Getting around | Manageable without a car |
| Money and language | MYRMalay |
| Accommodation | Cheap |