Matta Fair Penang 2026 targets 50,000 visitors this weekend
By V. Sivaji MATTA Fair Penang 2026 is all set and ready to roll ! Being held at a new venue this time around at the Penang Waterfront Convention Centre…
StarDream Cruises Unveils 2026 Asia Experiences and Celebrates Dream Cruises 10th Anniversary
Staying true to its “Knows Asia Best” brand promise, StarDream Cruises — home to StarCruises and Dream Cruises — is bringing the best of Asia closer to Malaysians with an…
From South to North: Pauline Chua joins Iconic Group as Group General Manager
By V. Sivaji It will be a happy home-coming for this experienced hotelier, Ms Pauline Chua when she takes up her new post as the Group General Manager (GGM) of…
Dusit Hotels and Resorts launches ‘A Night on Us,’ giving guests a complimentary night for each paid night at selected properties worldwide
Dusit Hotels and Resorts is inviting travellers to extend their stays for less with the launch of ‘A Night on Us’, a limited-time offer featuring complimentary nights on eligible stays…
PCEB Launches BE Associate Programme to Strengthen Industry Talent Pipeline
By V. Sivaji The Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB) reinforced its position as an industry leader with the launch of its BE Associate Programme, a forward-looking initiative designed to…
New Beds Bring Comfort to Penang Hospital Patients, Thanks to Tzu Chi
For many patients at Penang General Hospital, a hospital bed is more than just a place to rest, it is where they endure pain, begin healing, and hold on to…
Polish delegation arrives in Penang to pave way for year-end direct chartered flights
The Penang International Airport will welcome direct chartered flights from Poland come this November. The good news was shared by State Exco for Tourism and Creative Economy YB Wong Hon…
Networking session at the NIAVS 2026 showcase
The Northern International Audio & Visual Show (NIAVS) 2026 continued its strong opening with a lively networking session yesterday evening, held after the first day of showcases concluded. The gathering…
MATTA supports crackdown on illegal tour operators, calls for maximum penalties
The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) welcomes the firm enforcement action undertaken by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) after its recent integrated operations with…
Batik Air expands its chartered flights from Kunming to Penang from 1 flight per week to 3 flights per week
By V. Sivaji The Penang tourism industry received an added boost as Batik Air expanded its chartered flights from Kunming to Penang from one flight per week to 3 flights…