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Pleasantly situated just six kilometres away from the heart of George Town with a unique vantage point at an elevation of nearly 2800 feet, lies picturesque Bukit Bendera. Also known as Penang Hill, the series of summits standing out over the lowlands of the city comprises of idyllic forests and mountainous landscapes that offer a variety of attractions for the entire family. A popular hotspot for locals and visitors who are looking to escape from the chaos of the city and sweltering temperatures, Bukit Bendera is truly a hillside resort with a difference. Veiled in mist and dense bamboo plants, the best way to explore Bukit Bendera is (of course) on foot, while taking in the sights that include vibrant plant varieties, clear water ponds, farms and its own unique eco system. A red Swiss funicular train with a capacity of 80 passengers per trip is also on hand for those who wish to tour the peaks in comfort. Read the rest of this entry »

PANAMA CITY BEACH – Destin-based Sterling Resorts LLC, which manages five Panama City Beach resort properties, and Sterling Realty LLC are now under new ownership.
Encore Enterprises spokesman Ed Gilbert said Thursday the Dallas hotel company’s Encore Hospitality subsidiary had acquired both of the companies from The Sterling Companies, which is also based in Destin.
Gilbert said the acquisition was conducted through a stock purchase agreement; he declined to disclose any of the agreement’s financial details. Read the rest of this entry »