David Soo is the new DOSM at The Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City
By V. Sivaji Evergreen hotelier – David Soo is the new Director of Sales and Marketing (DOSM) at the Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City. His career in the hospitality industry…
Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City grand opening ceremony
By V. Sivaji The Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City held its grand opening ceremony earlier this morning thus becoming the first IHG branded hotel in Penang. The 5-star property located…
Delegates of the Penang International Travel Exchange (PITE) treated to a welcoming dinner at the Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City
By V. Sivaji Delegates of the Penang International Travel Exchange (PITE) were treated to a welcoming dinner at the Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City with an array of local favourites.…
PCEB team visit to Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City
A high delegation team from the Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB) conducted a site inspection of the newly inaugurated Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City, an IHG Hotel. The PCEB…
Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City – perfect venue for business or leisure
By V. Sivaji Butterworth or “Bagan” in the bygone days is fast attracting the giant international brands in the hospitality industry. This is following the opening of the Crowne Plaza…
KTM Express trains from KL Sentral to Butterworth starts tomorrow Aug 1, 2024
Good news for holiday makers and those wanting to return to their hometowns by train. Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) will be introducing its Express trains with effect tomorrow (Aug…
Chariton Hotel group making inroads at new locations
By V. Sivaji The Chariton Hotel group is fast expanding its chain of hotels. Already, their hotels are in Butterworth, Bagan Luar, Alma, Ipoh, Skudai Kiri in Johor and Nusa…
Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City set to open its doors for guests August 1, 2024
By V. Sivaji The much anticipated Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City is slated to open its doors for guests come this August 1, 2024. The spanking new hotel in the…
Experience the opulence of the Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City with special discounts
With the impending opening of the brand new luxury 5-star hotel on mainland Penang, the Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City is offering a special pre-opening promotion that includes breathtaking views…
Impressive list of gold & silver jewellery on show at the PWGS Trade Fair 2024
By V. Sivaji With Penang jewelers contributing 80% of Malaysia’s gold jewellery exports, the local firms and artisans are indeed a force to be reckoned with. Their creative works are…