9th edition of BE @ Penang 2025 opens at Setia SPICE Convention Centre
By V. Sivaji Some 200 delegates from Hong Kong, the Philippines, Singapore, Korea, Japan and Malaysia are attending the 9th edition of the BE @ Penang currently ongoing at the…
Keeping the Malaysian Flag Flying High in Hong Kong
By V. Sivaji Keeping the Malaysian flag flying proudly in the vibrant city of Hong Kong (Special Administrative Region of China) is Tourism Malaysia’s Director, M. Yoganthiran. Penang Hyperlocal recently…
Star Karnival Cuti Cuti Malaysia at Gurney Paragon Mall
By V. Sivaji The official launch ceremony of the Star Karnival Cuti Cuti Malaysia was held at the Gurney Paragon Mall. Guest of honour was Dato Yeoh Soon Hin, Deputy…
Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Engages with Penang Tourism Stakeholders in Dialogue Session
By V. Sivaji The Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Dato Seri Tiong King Sing held a productive engagement session with key tourism industry stakeholders yesterday at the St Giles…
Malaysia–China Air Connectivity Strengthens: Penang–Xi’an Route May Resume, New KL–Xi’an Flights Planned
The Deputy Chairman of the Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board (Tourism Malaysia), Dato Yeoh Soon Hin, announced that the direct Penang–Xi’an route operated by Loong Air is likely to resume soon—providing…
Sichuan Airlines makes inaugural flight to Penang International Airport
By V. Sivaji Sichuan Airlines becomes the latest airline providing direct connectivity between Chengdu and Penang adding to the vibrant tourism arrivals from China. Chengdu is also known as the…
Tourism Malaysia signs MOU with Emirates at ATM
Tourism Malaysia and Emirates have renewed their partnership, reaffirming the airline’s longstanding commitment to the Southeast Asian gateway at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM). Emirates will seek to promote Malaysia…
Norwegian Sun makes maiden voyage to Penang
Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Sun made its maiden voyage to the Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal (SPCT) yesterday (March 30), 2025. The ship has a capacity of 1936 passengers and is…
Dato Yeoh – Direct Flight from Chengdu to Penang to be launched on April 30
Deputy Chairman of Tourism Malaysia, Dato Yeoh Soon Hin shared exciting news:a direct flight from Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province, China, to Penang will commence on April 30 this…
MATTA appointed strategic partner for VMY 2026 by Tourism Malaysia
The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) is proud to announce its appointment as a Strategic Partner by Tourism Malaysia for the highly anticipated Visit Malaysia Year 2026…