August 17, Kuala Lumpur: The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM), Malaysia’s technical aviation regulator, has started a thorough examination of Civil Aviation Regulations 2016 Rule 147, which deals with the general aviation operation of aircraft registered outside of the country. The goal of the study, according to a statement released late on Friday night…
Georgetown, Penang, August 16, 2024, Friday: Through new strategic relationships, IJM Perennial Development Sdn Bhd (IJM Perennial), a joint venture between IJM Corporation Berhad and Perennial Holdings Private Limited, is pursuing its historic mixed-use development, The Light City, in Penang. These collaborations will incorporate state-of-the-art hospitality options and telecommunications infrastructure into the waterfront development. In…
Penang, Malaysia – In an ambitious move to further boost Penang’s tourism industry, the Penang State Executive Council for Tourism and Creative Economy (PETACE) announced the launch of multilingual travel brochures covering 14 languages. These brochures are part of a broader initiative to cater to Penang’s increasingly international visitor base, reflecting the island’s cultural diversity…
KUALA LUMPUR: The International Tourism and Culture Exhibition and Conference (Intac) 2024, which takes place from October 3–6, at the World Trade Center Kuala Lumpur, is expected to draw visitors from over 20 nations. It’s encouraging that in just five months after the promotional launch in March, over 20 countries have indicated their interest in…
KOTA KINABALU: The perseverance and hard work of two renowned tourism figures have greatly contributed to Sabah’s development into the popular destination that it is today. Capital Reflecting on the early days of AirAsia, CEO Tan Sri Tony Fernandes said that most people scoffed at him when he originally envisioned the airline, some 20 years…
SEOUL (Reuters) – As tour companies reported on Wednesday, North Korea plans to bring back foreign tourists to its northeastern city of Samjiyon in December, and perhaps even to the entire country. The action indicates that, following years of stringent COVID border controls, the secluded nation is getting ready to reopen its borders to larger…
The largest Japanese community outside of Japan is in Sao Paulo’s Liberdade neighbourhood, which is known for its Asian-style eateries, paper lantern-like public lighting, and Asian-style architecture. Thousands of visitors take pleasure in the local food and culture, frequently having no idea that the neighbourhood has a Black heritage. The narrative of Chaguinhas, a Black…
Penang, Aug. 14, 2024 – HK Express Airways officially announced the start of direct flights between Hong Kong and Penang, with services scheduled to begin on November 21, 2024. This announcement would greatly benefit Penang’s tourism and economic sectors. Penang State EXCO for Tourism and Creative Economy, Wong Hon Wai, made the news today. UO748—the…
August 13, 2024 – Virgin Australia has announced a significant step in its fleet renewal strategy, placing a firm order with Embraer for eight E190-E2 aircraft. The new aircraft, known for its fuel efficiency, low noise emissions, and enhanced passenger comfort, are set to replace Virgin Australia’s aging Fokker fleet. Deliveries are scheduled to commence…
Penang, 14th September 2024 — Penang is set to come alive with vibrant colours, energetic dance, and a celebration of cultural fusion as the Penang Yosakoi Parade 2024 takes centre stage at Karpal Singh Drive. The event, which promises to be the biggest Yosakoi celebration in Southeast Asia, was officially announced during a press conference…