Bon Odori Festival 2026 Celebrates Food, Culture and Community
By V. Sivaji The Bon Odori Festival 2026 was held at the Esplanade last night in a colourful and grandeur fashion. Joining the celebrations was State Exco for Tourism and…
Iconic Marjorie Penang brings Sanrio character themed rooms – Hello Kitty, Kuromi and Cinnamoroll
By V. Sivaji In a first-of-its-kind collaboration in Penang, the Iconic Marjorie Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott International, has teamed up with Sanrio to introduce an exclusive collection…
Dusit International brings its Dusit Collection brand to Japan with the opening of a Kengo Kuma-designed lakeside retreat in Hokkaido
Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, is continuing its strategic expansion in Japan with the opening of WE Hotel Toya, Dusit Collection, a serene lakeside…
SHABU-YO Celebrates Opening of 8th Malaysian Outlet at Sunway Carnival Mall, Penang
Japan’s largest SHABU SHABU restaurant chain brand, SHABU-YO, celebrated the grand opening of its eighth outlet in Malaysia at Sunway Carnival Mall, Penang, marking another significant milestone in the brand’s…
The George Town Festival is back from Aug 1 to 9, 2026
By V. Sivaji The 17th edition of the George Town Festival 2026 is back from August 1 to August 9. A line-up of interesting shows and programmes themed ”Beyond Boundaries”…
Penang hosts the 15th Asian Chemical Fiber Industries Federation Conference 2026
The release of a school of robotic fishes marked the opening ceremony of the 15th Asian Chemical Fiber Industries Federation Conference 2026, currently taking place at the Penang Marriott Hotel…
MATTA Fair Penang edition on April 25 and 26 at PWCC
By V. Sivaji The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) Penang Chapter will hold its travel fair at the PWCC from April 25 to 26, 2026. Present to…
Qingdao–Penang Tourism Ties Soar with Record Turnout at Business Matching Session
By V. Sivaji The Qingdao–Penang Tourism Industry Business Matching Session, held at the St Giles Wembley Hotel, drew a record turnout, signalling growing momentum in tourism collaboration between China and…
China’s Qingdao Airlines launches direct flights to Penang
By V. Sivaji Penang continues to strengthen its connectivity with China as yet another Chinese carrier launches direct flights to the island. This time, Qingdao Airlines marked its inaugural service…
Dusit Thani Kyoto Recognised with Dual Four-Star Honors
Dusit Thani Kyoto, a refined urban sanctuary that blends Thai-inspired gracious hospitality with Japan’s deep-rooted culture of omotenashi – the wholehearted art of looking after guests – has earned two…