Yangon-Penang direct flight launched, set to boost VM2026
By V. Sivaji The Penang International Airport added to its fleet of new airlines when the inaugural flight of Myanmar Airways to Penang International Airport (PIA) touched down at 6.25pm…
Tourists receive goodies in conjunction with Hari Raya at airports across the country
Tourists and travellers received a warm welcome to both domestic and international tourists with grand Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations held at five major airports in the country. The airports were…
TransNusa Airlines launches direct flights from Bali to Perth
As the international aviation industry players recover, rebuild, reassess and expand its route and service offerings, the newly transformed TransNusa has positioned itself to become the gateway to all things…
MATTA Fair April 2025 introduces Kedah as Malaysia’s favourite destination
The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) is pleased to announce that Kedah has been named “Malaysia’s Favourite Destination” at the upcoming MATTA Fair, taking place on 18-20…
PCEB plans to brings media team from Tamil Nadu to Penang on FAM trip
By V. Sivaji The Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau plans to bring a team of media members from Tamil Nadu to Penang so that they can promote the attractions of…
As Taiwanese Arrivals Surge 19.34% – Penang Targets Direct Flights to Expand Market Segment
Penang State Exco Tourism and Creative Economy YB Wong HOn Wai in collaboration with Penang Global Tourism (PGT), led a team of Penang tourism industry players to Taiwan for a…
Indigo Airlines adding to the vibrancy in Langkawi’s tourism industry
By V. Sivaji The commencement of IndiGo Airlines direct flights from Bengaluru to Langkawi is already having a positive impact on local tourism and related industries. The direct flights commenced…
Malaysian Tourism Federation calls for reinstatement of sales tax exemption for tourism vehicles
The Malaysian Tourism Federation (MTF) is appealing to the government to reinstate the sales tax exemption for tourism vehicles to support the tourism industry’s recovery and preparations for Visit Malaysia…
Uzbekistan Airways plans expansion of connectivity
Anvar (second from right) at the Tourism Forum in Penang. By V. Sivaji Uzbekistan, also known as the “Pearl of the Silk Road” hopes to expand its air connectivity to…
Tourism Committee of Uzbekistan team in Penang to promote bilateral tourism
By V. Sivaji The Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan through its Tourism Committee of Uzbekistan held a tourism forum at the St Giles Wembley Hotel which saw the gathering…