Brighter Future with TOP campaign to benefit underprivileged school kids
It is said that “cleanliness is next to godliness”. This is where the TOP Back-to-School Campaign hopes to make an impact. As the new school term will re-start soon, parents…
Check out the “Northern Malaysia Coffee Experience” packages
By V. Sivaji In their effort to promote tourism among coffee lovers, Tourism Malaysia launched its “Northern Malaysia Coffee Experience” and to promote cafes, coffee shops and also spas. The…
Citilink Indonesia holds networking session with Penang based tour & travel operators
In an effort to promote regional tourism, Citilink, a member of Garuda Indonesia group, held a product briefing session for tour and travel agents in Penang. Some 45 agents gathered…
Affordable housing is the top priority of the Penang state government
Affordable housing is the top priority of the Penang state government. With or without the backing of the federal government, the Penang state government is committed to fulfill this basic…
The 5th edition of Penang International Travel Exchange attracts 80 buyers from 14 countries
The 5th edition of the Penang International Travel Exchange (PITE) organised by Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB) was launched earlier today by State Exco for Tourism and Creative Economy,…
Penang declares Nov 18 as public holiday
With general elections GE-15 set on November 19, Penang has joined the chorus of states to declare a state public holiday on November 18. Penang Chief Minister YAB Chow Kon…
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…
Bukit Dumbar Permai residents get new lifts
Residents in Bukit Dumbar Permai got a boost towards their quality of life when the Penang state government upgraded two of their lifts at a cost of RMRM330,000 recently. State…
Thai bikers tour Penang, Kuala Lumpur and Malacca
A group of big bikes from Bangkok descended on Penang island for their onward journey back home to Hat Yai and Bangkok. They were on their seven-days trip to Kuala…
Online travel platforms raise concerns with Penang government of short-term rental plans
The Asia Travel Technology Industry Association (ATTIA) and its members submitted recommendations to the Penang State Government (Local Government Division) recently (Oct 6, 2022) regarding the proposed Short-Term Rental Accommodation…