Tourism Exco leads “Not the Penang You Know” promotion in Medan and Jakarta
Penang Tourism Exco YB Wong Hon Wai led a delegation to Indonesia to Promote the “Not the Penang You Know” campaign recently. Accompanying Wong on the trip was YB Joseph…
MATTA commends MOTAC’s enforcement against unlicensed tourism operators
The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) congratulates the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia (MOTAC) on its recent enforcement efforts to clamp down on unlicensed tourism…
US235 million Birkin International Hotel opens in Malacca
The Birkin International Hotel has officially opened its doors on July 9 in a grand celebration officiated by Tun SeriSetia Dr. Haji Mohd Ali Mohd Rustam, Governor of Melaka, and…
The Chinese Tourist Boom in Penang
By V. Sivaji Penang has seen an extraordinary increase in Chinese tourist arrivals turning China into Penang’s top medium-haul source market. This surge is a game‑changer for hotels, airlines, tour…
George Town Heritage celebrations are back from July 5 to 7, 2025
Marking its 17th edition in 2025, The George Town Heritage Celebrations 2025 (GTHC 2025) is set to be happening from July 5th July to 7th July with 23 cultural workshops,…
Penang Yosakoi Parade 2025 marks its 10th edition
As the Penang Yosakoi Parade 2025 enters its 10th year, this vibrant cultural celebration becomes one of Penang’s most anticipated multicultural events—attracting thousands of local and international visitors each year.…
BWH Hotels signs Best Western Plus ASpaces Riverside Danang
BWH Hotels, the leading global hospitality network comprising WorldHotels™, Best Western® Hotels & Resorts, and SureStay® Hotels, today announced the addition of ASpaces Riverside Danang as a Best Western Plus…
Phnom Penh – Penang direct flights next on the cards
Cambodia Airways becomes the newest airline to offer direct connection to Penang. The direct flight will commence June 26, 2025. In announcing this new development was State Exco for Tourism…
Penang Welcomes Back the King of Fruits with Durian Season Launch
By V. Sivaji Durian lovers take note, the durian season is back again in Penang ! In line with this, a launch ceremony was held at the Sia Boey Urban…
Juneyao Airlines adds second flight route to Malaysia via Kuala Lumpur
In offering additional connectivity between China and Malaysia, Juneyao Airlines launches the Shanghai–Kuala Lumpur Direct Route, Complementing Shanghai–Penang to Form a Golden Twin-City Tourism Loop. Penang State EXCO for Tourism…