Hello Penang campaign to ramp up local tourism
By V. Sivaji A tripartite initiative dubbed “Hello Penang” to promote local tourism by Tourism Malaysia, Penang MyBha Chapter and in collaboration Trip.com was launched at Malaysia Hotel yesterday. The…
Penang’s Hospitality Scene to Welcome Two New Hotels by December
By V. Sivaji Come December 2026, two more hotels will join Penang’s hospitality industry. They are the InterContinental Penang Resort in Teluk Bahang and a Hyatt branded hotel at the…
Hilton Burau Bay Langkawi Resort Officially Launched by His Royal Highness The Sultan of Kedah
The Hilton Burau Bay Langkawi Resort, a 251-room flagship property of Hilton Hotels & Resorts developed and owned by Tradewinds Corporation Berhad, was officially launched recently (Sept 10, 2026) in…
Hyatt Set to Make Penang Debut at LIGHT Waterfront This December
By V. Sivaji The Hyatt hotel brand will make its debut in Penang this December this year. Strategically located within Light Waterfront along the Dr Lim Chong Eu Expressway, will…
Thai hospitality brand Dusit Princess Ipoh to open on October 1, 2026
Come October 1, 2026, the Travelodge Ipoh will be rebranded as the Dusit Princess Ipoh under the hotel arm of Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development…
Dusit brings ASAI Hotels to Malaysia with the opening of ASAI Gamuda Cove – the brand’s largest property to date
Dusit Hotels and Resorts, the hotel arm of Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, is set to introduce its locally focused, affordable lifestyle brand, ASAI…
Malaysia welcomes its first 7 Days Brand as Jin Jiang Hotels (Malaysia) eyes Visit Malaysia 2026 growth
Jin Jiang Hotels (Malaysia) together with its local hospitality partner Nexa Hospitality Sdn. Bhd. introduced its 7 Days brand to Malaysia. The opening of the first 7 Days Premium Hotel…
St Giles Wembley, Penang carries out CSR project
As part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme, the St. Giles Wembley, Penang is pleased to welcome Fawwaz, an 8-year-old and his family to fulfill his wish in support…
Courtyard by Marriott Arrives on Mainland Penang
Penang’s hospitality sector is set to receive another boost with the arrival of a new Marriott International brand on the mainland, reflecting growing confidence in the state’s business and tourism…
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…