Batik Air’s Penang-Batam Direct Flights Open New Tourism Gateway to Indonesia
Despite the current hike in jet fuel prices due to the Middle East crisis, Batik Air is forging ahead with plans to offer direct flights between Batam island in Indonesia…
100 hours non-stop Silambam performance to make the Malaysia Book of Records
By V. SivajiA local traditional martial arts organisation, the Penang Porr Kalai Silambam Association aims to enter the Malaysia Book of Records by performing non-stop for 100 hours. The feat…
Penang Mainland Tourism Takes Centre Stage at 2026 Consortium Meeting
By V. Sivaji The Mainland Consortium Meeting 2026, held at the PICCA Convention Centre, brought together some 100 participants from across Penang’s tourism and hospitality sectors, highlighting the growing importance…
Taiwan In A Million at MATTA Fair September 2026
The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) proudly welcomes Taiwan as its International Favourite Destination for the National MATTA Fair, happening this 4 – 6 September 2026 at…
Using Zhuhai as a Launchpad to Expand Penang’s Tourism Offerings Across the Greater Bay Area
Penang State Exco for Tourism and Creative Economy YB Wong Hon Wai recently led a Penang State Government delegation, together with representatives from the Penang tourism industry, to Zhuhai, Guangdong,…
Tourism Exco YB Wong leads Delegation to Guangzhou for “Fall in Love with Penang” Tourism Roadshow
Penang State Exco for Tourism and Creative Economy YB Wong Hon Wai recently led a Penang state government delegation consisting of hotel representatives and tourism players to Guangzhou, Guangdong, China,…
Penang Tourism Exco visit to China Southern Airlines HQ to strengthen connectivity
To further ensure Penang’s air connectivity with South China and strengthen the movement of people, trade and exchanges between the two regions, Penang State Exco for Tourism and Creative Economy…
Penang Tourism Exco and PGT Team Welcome Japan Airlines and Japanese Tourism Players to Penang for Familiarization Visit
With a substantial number of Japanese nationals already residing in Penang, it is only fitting that Penang further strengthens its appeal as a preferred destination for Japanese travellers seeking authentic…
AirAsia MOVE and Korea Tourism Organization partner to drive travel beyond Seoul, supporting South Korea’s regional tourism growth
AirAsia MOVE (MOVE) and the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) have entered a strategic partnership to encourage international travellers to experience more of South Korea by extending their journeys beyond Seoul,…
G Hotel Gurney Continues Winning Streak as Best Business & Leisure Hotel at Tourism Industry Awards 2026
The G Hotel Gurney, Penang has once again been named as the Best Business & Leisure Hotel at the Tourism Industry Awards (TIA) 2026, held last Saturday at the Grand…