Shangri-La E-Boutique launched
The Shangri-La Properties in Penang have officially launched their Shangri-La e-boutique, an innovative online platform designed to bring the luxury and excellence of Shangri-La directly to your fingertips. Guests and…
Penang Showcases “Not The Penang You Know” in Southern Thailand to Boost Thai Arrivals
(By Penang Hyperlocal in Hatyai, Southern Thailand) In an effort to further boost tourists from Southern Thailand, the Penang State Government, through Penang Global Tourism (PGT), brought its signature tourism…
Royal Caribbean Group to get eight more new ships in next five years
The Royal Caribbean Group is set to welcome eight new ships over the next five years. According to the latest edition of the cruise ship orderbook, the new vessels will…
Free tuition classes for kids in Bukit Gelugor constituency
The Member of Parliament for Bukit Gelugor YB Ramkarpal Singh has launched free tuition classes for children in his constituency. Beginning today (April 7, 2025), some 129 students who had…
Myanmar earthquake victims get timely aid from Buddhist Tzu-Chi Merits Society
The Buddhist Tzu-Chi Merits Society came to the aid of the victims of the devastating earthquake in Myanmar by rendering much needed aid. Led by their Northern Region commissioner Dato…
Dusit International unveils expansion plans in India
Growing its commitment to India, Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has announced plans to expand its presence in the country by launching its luxury…
Penang Marriott Hotel welcomes its new Multi-Property General Manager – Adrian Chua
The Penang Marriott Hotel, Marriott Executive Apartments Penang and Marriott Residences Penang welcomes its new Multi-Property General Manager – Adrian Chua with effect April 1, 2025. Chua takes over from…
Illegal STR Operations – Foreigners Allegedly Abusing MM2H to Run Luxury Rentals
It has come to the attention of the Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) that there is an abuse of the booking of luxury and high-end condos and apartments on short…
City Band entertains at the Art & Soul Cafe @ Hotel NEO+ Penang
Two-piece local band, the City Band performs at the Art & Soul Cafe at the Hotel NEO+ Penang in Georgetown. Lead singer and keyboard player, Hazman Aziz accompanied by lead…
PCEB team makes working visit to two new hotels in Penang
A team from Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau led by its chief executive officer Ashwin Gunasekeran made a courtesy call on two newly opened hotels in Penang. First was the…