Online travel platforms raise concerns with Penang government of short-term rental plans
The Asia Travel Technology Industry Association (ATTIA) and its members submitted recommendations to the Penang State Government (Local Government Division) recently (Oct 6, 2022) regarding the proposed Short-Term Rental Accommodation…
Ascott Gurney Penang’s CSR initiative benefits trishaw riders
Ascott Gurney Penang launched its corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative to sponsor trishaw riders whose livelihood had been greatly affected by the pandemic. Present was State Exco for Tourism and…
Converting leftovers into great meals
The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) is celebrating this year’s Green Action Week themed “Sharing Community” by providing tips on how to convert leftovers into meals. The interesting programme will…
Meet the new Quai D’Orsay Imperiales cigar
Habanos, S.A. presented the new Travel Humidor by the brand Quai D’Orsay Imperiales during its traditional gala dinner at the TFWA World Exhibition & Conference in Cannes, France. An elegant…
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang Penang recognized again by Conde Nast Traveler
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang Penang has been recognised again as being within the “Top 20 in Rest of Asia” with a score of 98.15 at the 12th rank by Conde Nast…
Soroptimist International Club of Penang to hold Christmas Fair to benefit needy students
By V. Sivaji The Soroptimist International Club of Penang (SI Penang) has embarked on a corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative dubbed “Soroptimist Christmas Fair” to benefit the needy community here.…
CAP – Pets being abandoned is on the rise these days
Media reports and social media highlights on pets being abandoned are on the rise and are widespread in the country these days. Even animal shelters are urging people not to…
Meaningful gathering for PSAA members at cultural workshop
Participants from all races took part in a Deepavali Rangoli Kolam Decoration Workshop held at Taman Metropolitan Relau in Penang recently. There was even a participant from China at the…
Meet Toots at Shangri-La Sentosa, Singapore
Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa, Singapore, the only beachfront resort in the country, invites guests to meet Toots. The resort’s green ambassador has a brand-new look and is ready to meet guests…
Capella Bangkok offers Double Happiness package
The Capella Bangkok, an urban retreat on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, celebrates its second anniversary with the ‘Double Happiness’ package. Despite opening its doors at the height…