New AR experience at Armenian Park in Georgetown, Penang
By V. Sivaji Penang has a new attraction with the launch of the first “Augmented Reality” (AR) park in the country at the Armenian Park in the heart of Georgetown.…
Penang-based Hunza Group wins big at Hong Kong awards ceremony
Penang-based Hunza Group has added another milestone to its record amidst a year ofcelebration for its 45th anniversary. In a star-studded Metro Finance Hong Kong Leaders’ Choice Award Ceremony held…
MAH welcomes the visa-on-arrival proposal to boost tourism
The proposal for visa-on-upon arrival has been well received by the tourism industry and its stakeholders. This time around, the Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) gave its endorsement. Its president…
Perak will be Malaysia’s featured destination at MATTA Fair March 17-19, 2023
The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) announced the “Silver State” or Perak as Malaysia’s Featured Destination for MATTA Fair on March 17-19, 2023 at Malaysia International Trade…
Penang Tourism Exco – Butterworth Arena will boost MICE events
By V. Sivaji Pillay The Penang International Convention, Cultural & Arts Centre (PICCA) also known as the Butterworth Arena will become a key driver for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions…
Penang’s medical tourism gets “a shot in the arm” with Firefly direct flights from Medan
In a concerted effort to boost medical tourism, Firefly in collaboration with the Penang Adventist Hospital (PAH) will commence daily flights from Medan starting tomorrow Feb 17, 2023. In a…
MATTA calls for overhaul of national budget on tourism
The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) asserts that a major revamp of the National Budget 2023 for the tourism sector is needed if we are to revitalise…
Royal Caribbean cuts steel for second Icon class cruise ship
Royal Caribbean International has marked the initial milestone – the first cut of steel – for the second ship in the Icon Class. In celebration of the next in the…
First Jom Cha outlet to open in Georgetown, Penang
By V. Sivaji The very first Jom Cha outlet in Penang will open along Hutton Lane soon. Final touches on the outlet are currently underway. The Jom Cha brand is…
Alila Bangsar does its bid save hornbills
Alila Bangsar is committed to making a positive impact through initiatives that support local communities such as raising awareness to protect the wildlife in Malaysia. These values are close to…