MATTA Fair KL from Match 17 to 19, 2023 @MITEC
The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) has announced that the MATTA Fair 2023 will be held on March 17-19, 2023, at a new venue at Malaysia International…
CNY light deco at the Esplanade to usher-in the Year of the Rabbit
By V. Sivaji Penang’s tourism, travel, hospitality and other stakeholders attended the lighting ceremony of the Chinese New Year decorations at the Esplanade. The bamboo structure features a tunnel-like passage…
An evening to celebrate Penang’s robust return of tourism and hospitality industry
It was an evening to celebrate the triumphant return of the tourism and hospitality sector in Penang when the stakeholders gathered at The Tamarra By Irama Dining. In all, some…
China Southern Airlines to fly to Penang from March 1, 2023
More good news for the tourism industry and its stakeholdres in Penang. The State Exco for Tourism and Creative Economy YB Yeoh Soon Hin announced that China Southern Airlines will…
Penang state government celebrates the recipients of the Michelin Guide
By V. Sivaji The Penang state government celebrated the success of the recipients on being awarded the Michelin Star and Michelin Guide at the Amari SPICE Penang last night. Lending…
Mein Schiff 5 cruise ship visits SPCT
The Mein Schiff 5 cruise ship was spotted leaving the Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal (SPCT) earlier this evening (Jan 9, 2023). A quick check shows that it is operated by…
Penang state government celebrates MICHELIN Guide awardees
Celebrating the success of several food outlets in Penang being awarded the MICHELIN Guide recently, the Penang State Government will be hosting the “Penang is Michelin Star-Glazed” ceremony at the…
The Haven All Suite Resort – a complete destination to relax and unwind in a natural setting
By V. Sivaji The Haven All Suite Resort, located in Tambun in Ipoh which is also known as the “town that tin built”, is credited in bringing in more than…
The Jazz Hotel in Tanjung Tokong to reopen
By V. Sivaji The Jazz Hotel in Tanjung Tokong, Penang is reopening by the end of Q1 this year. Preparations are underway towards the re-opening. The hotel had closed at…
Low Cost Carrier MYAirline makes its maiden flight to Penang International Airport
The Penang International Airport (PIA) received two inaugural flights earlier today. This is surely a boost for domestic tourism and also Penang’s medical tourism. MYAirline made its inaugural flight from…