Penang hotels reach 100 pct occupancy rate in post-pandemic era
Penang hotels have recorded close to 100 per cent occupancy rate for the first time this year in December, in the post-pandemic era.
Sun Dec 11 2022
Penang's tourism industry now moving towards digitalisation
Penang's tourism industry is now moving towards digitalisation with the launch of the 'Penang Virtual Series', in an effort to increase the state's visibility and subsequently attract more tourists.
Thu Oct 06 2022
Malaysian women tourist guides set to welcome foreign visitors
MWTGA is set to provide their best services to foreign visitors with the opening of the country's borders.
Mon Feb 21 2022
Penang wants PIA to be included in Malaysia-Indonesia VTL arrangement
Penang is asking the federal government to consider including the Penang International Airport (PIA) in the Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) arrangement between Malaysia and Indonesia.
Fri Nov 26 2021
Penang hopes Putrajaya will include its Penang Int'l Airport in Malaysia-Singapore VTL
Yeoh said PIA's inclusion in the Malaysia-Singapore VTL would be a strong anchor to attract more air traffic from Singapore.
Wed Nov 10 2021
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Mon Oct 11 2021
Penang awaits PM's green light for travel to the state
The Penang government is waiting for Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob's approval for travel to the state towards reviving its tourism industry.
Thu Sep 23 2021
Penangites travel around the world in Esplanade
Penang Exco for Tourism and Creative Economy Yeoh Soon Hin said that the state has invested RM400,000 into the project.
Wed Apr 28 2021
MCO: Penang govt approves RM20 mln financial assistance
Chow Kon Yeow said the financial package was aimed at bringing relief to the target groups affected by re-imposition of the MCO.
Thu Jan 14 2021
Penang collaborates with AirAsia to boost domestic tourism
Yeoh said the SNAP campaign would offer flight and hotel combos covering more than 25 hotels in Penang from Dec 24 to 27.
Wed Dec 23 2020
Penang to explore Seberang Perai's uniqueness to boost tourism - Exco
With domestic tourism expected as the main economic generator for tourism industry, ecotourism would be an important segment for Penang.
Mon Dec 21 2020
Penang Museum launches reusable face masks with paintings, artifacts designs
The Penang State Museum Board today rolled out their custom made washable fabric face masks, featuring artworks and artifacts designs.
Fri Sep 04 2020
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024