Bon Odori Festival 2026 Celebrates Food, Culture and Community
By V. Sivaji The Bon Odori Festival 2026 was held at the Esplanade last night in a colourful and grandeur fashion. Joining the celebrations was State Exco for Tourism and…
Penang explores new medical tourism markets from the Middle East
The Penang State Government is actively exploring the Middle East as a new source market for medical tourism as part of its strategy to diversify international patient arrivals and reduce…
Penang Tourism Exco appointed “Team Patron” for Penang SUKMA women’s basketball team, supports Indonesia stint to sharpen team through international matches
Penang State Executive Councillor for Tourism and Creative Economy YB Wong Hon Wai has been appointed as the “Team Patron” of the Penang women’s state basketball team for the Sukan…
YB Wong Visits Jinan to Explore Direct Flight, Laying Groundwork for Penang’s Future Aviation Network
Penang State Exco for Tourism and Creative Economy, YB Wong Hon Wai, recently led a Penang State Government delegation to Shandong, China, for a tourism promotion and aviation networking visit.…
YB Wong Receives Outstanding State Tourism Leader Award for Contributions to Penang’s Tourism Growth
Penang State Exco for Tourism and Creative Economy, YB Wong Hon Wai, was recently conferred the “Outstanding State Tourism Leader” award at the Asian Hospitality & Tourism Awards (ATH Awards)…
China Southern Airlines holds special screening of A Letter to Grandma movie
China’s critically acclaimed heartwarming film A Letter to Grandma has officially arrived in cinemas across Malaysia. To mark the film’s release, China Southern Airlines organized a special screening at GSC…
V-Convention Malaysia 2026 Brings 8,000 International Delegates to Penang
As they say, “the show must go on”. Despite the Middle East crisis and jet fuel prices increase and flight disruptions, the annual V-Convention is back at the SPICE Arena.…
Penang Yosakoi Parade 2026 back from June 27 to 28
By V. Sivaji The Penang Yosakoi Parade 2026 is back for its 11th edition from June 27 to 28 to be held at the Esplanade. Growing from strength to strength,…
Penang airport new autogate system has benefited more than 720K travellers
The newly installed autogate system at the Penang International Airport has benefited more than 720K travellers. According to Penang State Executive Councillor for Tourism and Creative Economy, Wong Hon Wai,…
Unveiling of the finalists of the Miss Heritage Global Malaysia 2026
By V. Sivaji The finalists of the Miss Heritage Global Malaysia 2026 made a stopover at the Citadines Connect Bertam in George Town to showcase their talents. The ceremony unveiled…