Amari SPICE Penang brings joy to underprivileged children
In keeping with corporate social responsibility (CSR), a team from Amari SPICE Penang brought much needed cheer to Rumah Kebajikan Seri Cahaya in Batu Maung recently. They were led by…
Gilles Cretallaz is the new COO at Dusit International
Thailand’s Dusit International, has appointed Gilles Cretallaz as its new Chief Operating Officer, effective 10 June 2022. Replacing Lim Boon Kwee, who retired from the position in May after almost…
Le Meridien Petaling Jaya opens its door for guests
The fourth Le Meridien branded hotel opened yesterday at Petaling Jaya with much pomp and ceremony. On hand was general manager Christopher Moore and Marriott International Vice President Asset Management,…
Pauline Chua – Penangite in charge of three hotels in Bangkok
By V. Sivaji A Penangite making “waves” in the hospitality industry in Bangkok, Thailand is Pauline Chua. Pauline is the general manager of not one hotel but rather three hotels…
G Kelawai and its general manager recognized at BIZZ Award 2022
Once again, the G Hotel Kelawai and its general manager, Michael Hanratty are proud to be awarded the prestigious BIZZ Award 2022 respectively from WORLDCOB. This is the third consecutive…
Rina is the general manager at Park Hyatt Siem Reap
Park Hyatt Siem Reap in Cambodia has announced the selection of Rina Mariani as General Manager of Park Hyatt Siem Reap in northwestern Cambodia as of April 1, 2022. Rina…
Get to know the new MAH Perak chairman and his team
By V. Sivaji Penang Hyperlocal sat down with the newly elected chairman of the Malaysian Association of Hotels Perak Chapter and the general manager of the Flemington Hotel Taiping, Vincent…
Online bookings for Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang open April 1, 2022
By V. Sivaji Online bookings are open for the soon to be launched Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang with effect April 1, 2022. According to its general manager, Jasmine Keh, the…
Hotel NEO+ Penang reopens Nov 1, 2021
By V. Sivaji Hotel NEO+ Penang reopens Nov 1 and there is a new captain at its helm. The city hotel is reopening for guests after being a low-risk quarantine…
Mercure Penang Beach welcomes new general manager
Backed with 26-years experience in the hospitality industry, Navin Nishaal likes to “take the bull by its horns” in anything he ventures. Navin is now the general manager of the…