Shenzhen – From Farmland to a Futuristic Metropolis
By V. Sivaji When I first visited Shenzhen three decades ago, it was little more than a quiet border town, dotted with small farms, rustic villages and fishing boats along…
PGT and HK Express sign MOU to strengthen ties and promote tourism
V. Sivaji reporting from Hong Kong To further elevate air connectivity and tourism between Penang and Hong Kong, Penang Global Tourism (PGT) and HK Express inked a Memorandum of Understanding…
Star Voyager Returns to Hong Kong with 2026 Cruises
StarCruises welcomes travellers aboard Star Voyager as it returns to Hong Kong for another homeport deployment in 2026, operating for 9 months from13 February to 13 November. Guests can embark…
HK Express to Host Penang Media Familiarization Trip in Line with Expanded Flight Services
In conjunction with the upcoming expansion of its Hong Kong–Penang route to a double-daily service starting October 26, 2025, HK Express will host a special “Penang Media Familiarisation Trip” to…
Penang to Host 18th World Hainanese Congress, Drawing Over 2,000 Global Delegates
Penang will take center stage on the global map as it plays host to the 18th Congress of the World Federation of Hainanese Associations, set to take place from November…
San Xi Lou makes Malaysian debut at Gurney Paragon Mall, Penang
By V. Sivaji Famed Hong Kong-based restaurant, San Xi Lou has officially launched its first Malaysian outlet at the prestigious Gurney Paragon Mall, bringing a new wave of upscale Chinese…
A cycling journey at sea – StarCruises Redefines Onboard Entertainment aboard the Star Voyager
From the vibrant streets of Hong Kong to the open sea, cycling culture is charting bold new territory aboard the Star Voyager. In a groundbreaking move for the cruise industry,…
Langkawi welcomes direct chartered flights from Hong Kong via Greater Bay Airlines
By V. Sivaji Langkawi’s air connectivity received a timely boost with the arrival of a direct charter flight from Hong Kong, marking a significant step forward for the island’s tourism…
Star Voyager Launches Six New 2 Night Weekend Cruises from Hong Kong to Xiamen
StarCruises is delighted to announce the launch of six exclusive 2 Night Weekend Cruises, departing Fridays aboard the Star Voyager, offering travellers a brand-new way to explore the coastal beauty…
StarCruises Partners Again with Tung Wah Group of Hospitals for Charity Voyage
In conjunction with the current homeport deployment of the Star Voyager in Hong Kong, StarCruises, part of StarDream Cruises, is pleased to renew its collaboration with the Tung Wah Group…