The George – the newest 5-star boutique hotel in Penang
By V. Sivaji The newest 5-star boutique hotel in Penang, The George is set to hold its soft opening on Monday, December 12, 2022. Located right in the smack of…
RM1 million raised at fundraiser for Wadda Gurdwara Sahib
A whopping RM1 million was donated by supporters and well-wishers towards the oldest Sikh temple in Penang, the 122-year-old Wadda Gurdwara Sahib which is currently undergoing major renovation work. In…
Penang Tourism Exco – We welcome well-known international artists to perform here
Penang is among the top destinations for local and foreign tourists, as such it embraces diversity and inclusiveness of all forms of culture, heritage and traditions. In keeping with these…
Penang to host the grand finals of the Miss Asia Global 2022
After such a long time, the days of beauty pageants are back with the world finals of the Miss Asia Global 2022 being held in Penang. The international pageant will…
Staff at Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa to don stylish batik outfits
Staff at the iconic Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa will don their batik outfits every Friday. Dubbed “Batik Friday”, the cultural initiative is to celebrate Malaysia’s fashionable artforms by wearing…
Batik Air offers direct flights from Penang to Melaka wef Sept 12
In welcoming more domestic direct flights to the Penang International Airport (PIA), Batik Air will connect Penang to Melaka as of September 12, 2022. Penang State Exco for Tourism and…
Calling for entries for Penang Centennial Heritage Excellence Award
The Penang State Government is calling for nominations for the “Penang Centennial Heritage Excellence Award”. Among those who are entitled to apply for the awards are organisations, societies, educational institutions,…
“Welcome to Penang” campaign to bring back the tourism industry even stronger
Putting aside politics, the Penang State Government will work together with other tourist destinations like Langkawi, Malacca and Sabah to complement each other. Speaking at the launch of the “Welcome…
George Town Festival (GTF) 2022 is back next month
By V. Sivaji The George Town Festival (GTF) 2022 is back. The popular event will be held from July 9 to 24, 2022 across several venues in Georgetown and surrounding…
Spain awarded Top Muslim-Friendly emerging destination
Spain was recognized as this year´s “Top Muslim-Friendly Emerging Destination” (non-OIC) at the Halal in Travel Awards 2022. The “Halal in Travel Awards” celebrates and recognizes the travel industry players´…