James Chang is the new chief operating officer (COO) in town
James Chang – new COO in town By V. Sivaji Having been in the hospitality industry for the past 16 years, James Chang has reached the pinnacle of his career…
Thai travel agents and media members visit Penang for networking session
By V. Sivaji Tourists from Thailand like to visit Penang due to its immense food varieties, rich culture and historical connection between the city and Thailand. This was shared by…
Sunway Carnival Mall launches its My Christmas Story
The Sunway Carnival Mall embarks on a joyous shopping journey this Christmas season where the spirit of the season comes to life. Shoppers can immerse themselves in the magic as…
Tourism Exco – Penang’s tourism industry has rebounded strongly
YB Wong Hon Wai By V. Sivaji Penang State Exco for Tourism and Creative Economy YB Wong Hon Wai hailed the whopping 132% increase in tourist arrivals in Penang for…
Encouraging more tourists from across the Causeway to visit Penang
To further encourage tourists from neighbours across the causeway, the Penang state government has embarked on a brand new campaign. A delegation led by State Exco for Tourism and Creative…
Penang CM officiates The George Penang By The Crest Collection
By V. Sivaji For a fairly new player in the hospitality industry in Penang, The George Penang By The Crest Collection has done very well for itself. First, they were…
2nd Penang International Hair & Beauty Festival to be held at Butterworth Arena
By V. Sivaji Some 2,000 local and international delegates will attend the 2nd Penang International Hair & Beauty Festival 2023 to be held at the PICCA Convention Centre @ Butterworth…
Penang Hoteliers Associations celebrates its 66th anniversary in style
Welcoming the new Tourism Exco at the PHA dinner By V. Sivaji The Penang Hoteliers Association (PHA) celebrated its 66th anniversary in grand style at the St Giles Wembley Hotel…
MAH Penang Chapter Mingle & Jingle gala dinner gathering
By V. Sivaji The Malaysian Association of Hotels (Penang Chapter) had a gala “Mingle & Jingle” dinner at the St Giles Wembley Hotel saw the attendance of more than 650…
PGT and Trip.com Group sign MOU to further enhance tourism sector
By V. Sivaji Upping the ante to draw more international tourists to Penang, the Penang Global Tourism and Trip.Com Group signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to this effect. The…