FC Chong – a man with “many hats”
By V. Sivaji Having been in the hospitality industry for more than three decades, seasoned hotelier FC Chong wanted to take up new challenges. The opportunity came about when his…
MAH welcomes lockdown now for future benefit of the hospitality industry
A complete lockdown is much needed to break the current spread of Covid-19 in the community. It is the only way to ensure the long term survival of industries including…
Penang tourism industry gets RM1 million one-off subsidy for electricity bills
The Penang State Government has approved a speedy one-off subsidy of RM1 million for electricity bills for the tourism industry. The assistance comes in light of the MCO3.0 implemented by…
Enjoy Carlsberg Smooth Draught from the tap
Carlsberg Smooth Draught unveils a brand-new modernistic look to create an even smoother drinking experience. In Carlsberg’s continuous pursuit of better, consumers can now enjoy a refreshed look and feel…
Penang state government – help is on the way for tourism industry players
Good news for local hotels, theme parks, tourist attractions and travel agencies. The Penang state government has decided to offer the moratorium for water bills for 2021, assessment fee, quit…
Hard Rock Hotel Penang holds “The Biggest Sale Ever”
The Hard Rock Hotel Penang is re-opened. In conjunction with this, they are running the BIGGEST SALE EVERRR from March 10-16, 2021. Subscribers-Only Pre-Sale: March 10, 2021 – March 11…
Penang welcomes re-opening of MICE sector
Penang welcomes the re-opening up of the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) sector. State Exco for Tourism and Creative Economy, Yeoh Soon Hin said that the state is looking…
MAH calls for more government support
Following the implementation of the Movement Control Order (MCO) for six states, the Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) has called for more support from the government for their sector. The…
35 hotels closed in Penang? Fake, says hotel group
By V. Sivaji Members of the public have been urged not to share unverified messages of 35 hotels in Penang being permanently or temporarily closed. This is unfair to the…
CNY delights at Rasa Sayang Resort and other Penang hotels
By Penang Hyperlocal team The Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa and the Golden Sands Resort will usher Chinese New Year with their line up of traditional delicacies which are all…