The Singleton opens for members of the public
The Singleton, near Inverness, Scotland has reopened following a complete renovation. It is now set to welcome guests from around the world, the new attraction has been designed with the…
Spectrum of the Seas makes its comeback to the SPCT
The Spectrum of the Seas arrived at the Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal (SPCT) this morning at around 7.25am under the glorious rays of the morning sunrise. It carries some 3,239…
“Welcome to Penang” campaign to bring back the tourism industry even stronger
Putting aside politics, the Penang State Government will work together with other tourist destinations like Langkawi, Malacca and Sabah to complement each other. Speaking at the launch of the “Welcome…
Tour guides get office space in Beach Street, Georgetown
By V. Sivaji With the reopening of interstate and international borders, it is timely that the Malaysia Women Tour Guides Association (MWTGA) opened its office in Georgetown, Penang. Their new…
Pantai Tengah is the hip and happening place when in Langkawi
By V Sivaji Rockafellers is the latest nightspot in Langkawi. The diner cum bar offers great food, conducive atmosphere and fine drinks. Located in the new “happening area” in Pantai…
MATTA Fair a grand success
The Malaysian travel industry recorded more than RM40 million in sales during the MATTA Fair that was held from April 9-10 at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur – an…
Tun M officiates the opening of Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang
The first Mercure branded hotel in Langkawi, the Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang was officially opened this morning ( Saturday, May 7) 2022. Former Prime Minister and the Member of Parliament…
Penang Tourism Exco – Malaysia should follow the example of Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam
Malaysia should follow the example of Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam or we will lose out on tourism opportunities with stringent travel requirements imposed on arrivals as compared to regional competitors.…
Get to know MAH Kedah/Perlis chapter chairman Eugene Dass up close and personal
By V. Sivaji Penang Hyperlocal sat down to talk to the chairman of the Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) Kedah/Perlis chapter chairman and the general manager for three hotels (StarCity…
MATTA gives its thumbs up for the re-opening of international borders
The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) says the reopening of borders starting 1 April 2022 is a crucial step for the tourism industry and in line with…