From one Pearl to another: legendary hotelier Tan talks about Penang and Manila
The mere mention of Derrick Tan in the hospitality industry in Penang evokes the smiles and admiration, for he is, simply put, a jolly good fellow. And that appears to…
Skybar…in a cave? See why Tambun’s got CNN’s attention
The next time you are in Ipoh, the city known for its tin mining industry in the yesteryear, check out the most unique skybar located at The Banjaran Hotsprings Retreat…
Hard Rock Hotel uses duckies to raise funds for school
Hard Rock Hotel Penang, while rockin’ hard, always cared about the community around them, taking their “Take Time to be Kind” motto seriously. One such initiative which was launched in…
From a DJ to a Kentucky Colonel, Penang-born tour guide tells all
By V Sivaji, co-founder and editor If you were regular clubgoer in the disco era, you would have heard of DJ Silvester Loo from Penang, or popularly known as “Silvester…
Gurney Paragon retains panache as ’19 fashion week wraps up
For the fifth year running, the much awaited Penang Fashion Week 2019 is back bigger and bolder at the Gurney Paragon Mall from May 3 to May 5th. This time…
Hard Rock Hotel dishing great deals on its 10 rockin’ years in Penang
The Hard Rock Hotel Penang will celebrate its momentous 10th anniversary with a grand celebration this year. The popular 5-star beach hotel is commemorating the momentous occasion with a special…
Have you heard of Wifi Hotel?
It is rather odd to have a hotel in a museum but one such place in George Town shows that it is not that odd, after all. Located along Jalan…
Legendary U.S. Toastmaster Doley shows up in Ipoh
It was a rare and momentous occasion for members of the Toastmasters Club in Malaysia when their International President, Lark Doley made her maiden trip to Penang, Ipoh and Kuala…
Come help Karim out of his medical blues, special fundraiser this Sunday
Several Good Samaritans are coming together to raise funds for Shaik Karim, founder, drummer and vocalist of the famed Blues Gang who is stricken by acute diabetic complications. A fundraiser…
Unwind with the best showbands on SuperStar Gemini
If you are looking for an evening of action-packed live performances or just a soothing entertainment from a quartet or trio, music lovers on board the SuperStar Gemini, has something…