Uganda Brings “Pearl of Africa” to Penang in First Tourism Roadshow
By V. Sivaji The Uganda High Commission in Kuala Lumpur brought its tourism delegation to Penang, marking a strategic effort to strengthen travel ties and showcase the best of both…
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…
Qingdao Airlines to Launch Inaugural Penang Flight on March 31; Chongqing Airlines Follows on April 8
By V. Sivaji Visit Malaysia Year 2026 is turning out to be a bumper year for Penang’s tourism industry. Adding to the already growing inventory of Chinese airlines flying to…
Penang Tourism Exco visits Xiamen to Strengthen Sister-City Ties Between Penang and Xiamen
Penang State Executive Councillor for Tourism and Creative Economy, YB Wong Hon Wai visited Xiamen in Fujian, China, where he met with Xiamen Customs and the Xiamen People’s Association for…
Capri by Fraser, Penang appoints Ivan Khoo as its new general manager
Experienced hotelier, Ivan Khoo has been appointed as the new general manager of Capri by Fraser, Penang. Penang Hyperlocal had the opportunity to talk to him on his appointment:- “I…
Experience the Jewel : Johor headlines MATTA Fair April 2026
The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) officially crowns Johor as Malaysia’s Favourite Destination for the upcoming MATTA Fair April 2026. The Fair, set to be held from…
India-Malaysia Tourism Roadshow comes to Penang
Penang State Exco for Tourism and Creative Economy, YB Wong Hon Wai officiated the India-Malaysia Tourism Roadshow held at the Gurney Bay Hotel thi morning. On hand to welcome him…
New One-Stop Travel App HopeGoo Launches in Malaysia, Offering Affordable Flights, Hotels and 24/7 1-on-1 Butler Service
In view of the growing number of Chinese tourists to Malaysia, HopeGoo, a one-stop travel app first launched in Mainland China and Hong Kong, officially announced its launch in Malaysia…
Over 1,100 International Visitors Arrive in Penang for dōTERRA Aromatherapy Seminar Carnival
Penang State Exco for Tourism and Creative Economy YB Wong Hon Wai welcomed a international delegation for the “Prosperity Awaits 2026 dōTERRA Aromatherapy Seminar Carnival.” The Esplanade (Padang Kota Lama)…
9th Edition of Penang Roadshow to India Drives Business Events and Tourism Momentum for Visit Malaysia Year 2026
Guided by the theme ‘Simply Penang’, the Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB) leads the 9th edition of the Penang Roadshow to India 2026, reaffirming Penang’s long-standing commitment to the…