Like most Asian destinations, Penang has traffic jams, it depends on the time of day and how bad they are. Generally speaking a bus from Georgetown, takes about forty minutes. Where as a taxi can be 25 to 35 minutes. We prefer the bus, as we like to talk to the locals and view the scenery. The bus terminal is under the Komtar Building( tall round building), however we normally catch the bus further up Penang road, so as to ensure we get a seat. Buses a very full when schools get out.

There are several places to walk thru to the beach. Down the georgetown end there is a walk way with several shops. Further into town there are some side streets that allow access. As for toilets,there are several places, the top walkway has a toilet block on the main road, toilets at the service station, maccas, Kentucky Fried. Hope this helps. JB

Honestly, didn't take much notice, but I don't think there are any on the beach.

Parkroyal accepts day visitors not sure of charge, send them an email

The horse riding is restricted to the southern end of the beach. The same people who run the water sports activities also operate the horse riding. I don't know what the cost is, but think it would be reasonably priced. Negotiate the price with the operator before riding.

The bar is not there anymore I think Sarah went back to Mauritius

While I live in Batu Ferringhi.... the road is quite a long one.... with MANY shops & restaurants.... Sorry, I don't know either of these places!!!

Poor for shopping you need to been in Georgetown at one of the malls or down Campbell street it depends what you want