George Town and Langkawi experiencing a mini tourism boom
Penang Hyperlocal exclusive by V. Sivaji Foreign tourists are back in droves to George Town, Penang and the enchanting island of Langkawi. Sighted were tourists from China, the Middle East,…
MATTA urges the government to consider diesel subsidies for van and tour bus operators under the purview of MOTAC
The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) extends its appreciation to the Government for seriously considering the introduction of diesel subsidies for van and tour bus operators under…
Adrian Chua general manager of Aloft Langkawi Pantai Cenang recognized with Malaysia’s Best General Managers (Hospitality) citation
Chua (centre) at the presentation ceremony By V. Sivaji Aloft Langkawi Pantai Tengah’s general manager, Adrian Chua was recently honoured with the Malaysia’s Best General Managers (Hospitality) citation by CMO…
MATTA – Allow Malaysian tour buses full access in Thailand
While Thai tour buses have full access in Malaysia, Malaysian tour buses do not have such privilege in Thailand. The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA), calls for…
Spectrum of the Seas completes five years in service
Royal Caribbean International’s Spectrum of the Seas is completing its fifth year of service. Built by the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany, the 168,666-ton vessel was officially handed over to…
MATTA urges government to extend fuel subsidy for tour buses
The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) urges the government to extend fuel subsidies to tourism vehicles (Bus Persiaran) which include all types of licensed tourism vehicles (not…
New PPC chairman hopes to bring Penang’s cruise industry to the next level
By V. Sivaji Fresh from his trip to the Sea Trade Cruise Global 2024 in Miami, newly appointed chairman for the Penang Port Commission (PPC) Dato Yeoh Soon Hin held…
Fourth edition of EMAX & PMAX 2024 to draw 8,000 visitors to Penang
By V. Sivaji The 4th edition of the Electronics Manufacturing Expo Asia (EMAX) 2024 and Penang Manufacturing Expo (PMAX) 2024 will be held at the Setia SPICE Convention Centre from…
Aariana Hospitality International holds cocktail reception at Penang Club
By V. Sivaji Aariana Hospitality International held a cocktail reception to celebrate the successful conclusion of its Certified Hospitality Manager (CHM) courses in Penang. Some 16 participants from the various…
MAH Penang Chapter holds its AGM at Bertam Resort Penang
By V. Sivaji Members of the Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) Penang Chapter held their annual general meeting (AGM) at the Bertam Resort Penang this time around. Being a non-election…