Penang Bon Odori 2022 edition a runaway success
The Penang Bon Odori 2022 edition was a runaway success considering it had to take a two-year break due to the pandemic and some uncertain developments of late. However, leading…
Firefly and Matta sign MOU to promote domestic tourism
With domestic and international travel in full swing, Firefly and the Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) chapters of Johor and Penang signed a new Memorandum of Understanding…
MBR recognition for Granite Luxury Hotel
Penang Chief Minister YAB Chow Kon Yeow was on hand to launch the country’s “Tallest Automated Hotel Car Park” and “Highest Cantilevered Acrylic Bottom Swimming Pool” at the M Summit…
Check out Mr / Ms Penang 2022 competition Aug 6, 2022
Come check out the Mr / Ms Penang 2022 competition which will be held on Saturday, August 6, 2022 at the City Bayview Hotel, Georgetown. The competition is back after…
Celebrate the mid-autumn festival with mooncakes from Rasa Sayang Resort
The Shangri-la Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa in Penang is currently running its mooncake promotion for those who celebrate the mid-autumn festival. Mooncakes are part of the mid-autumn festival which…
Getting to know the Consul-General of Japan in Penang who speaks fluent Bahasa Malaysia
By V. Sivaji The Consul-General of Japan in Penang, Mr Orikasa Hiroyuki hails from Fukushima, Japan but what is unique about him is that he speaks fluent Bahasa Malaysia. Having…
Penang media fraternity recognised at Penang Governor’s investiture ceremony
Several members of the media fraternity in Penang were recognized for their contribution and services to the community in conjunction with the 73rd birthday celebrations of the Governor of Penang,…
Hotel NEO+ Penang general manager conferred Datoship
By V. Sivaji A general manager and prominent member of Penang’s hospitality industry has been bestowed the Darjah Setia Pangkuan Negeri (DSPN) which carries the title dato’ in conjunction with…
Rent-to-Own (RTO) housing scheme making good progress
The Penang State Government is forging ahead with its “Rent-to-Own” (RTO) scheme which has seen some 3,543 RTO units been completed. The programme will serve those underprivileged to own their…
Great chance for Australians to visit Malaysia
Trip.com, the global travel services provider, has partnered with Tourism Malaysia to offer Australian travellers deals on their next trip to Malaysia, including return flights from $488. The Discover Malaysia…