Penang, 4 October 2024 – Penang became the center of the automotive world this weekend as Nissan GT-R owners from across the country gathered for the inaugural GT-R Festival, held from October 4-6. The event welcomed not only passionate GT-R owners but also Hiroshi Tamura, the iconic figure often called the “father of the modern…
4 October 2024, Johor Bahru, Malaysia — Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre embraced the spirit of giving this October through its participation in IHG’s global “Giving for Good” initiative. With a focus on creating meaningful community impact, the hotel organized two charitable activities : A community service visit to Cerebral Palsy Home Johor Bahru…
Johor Bahru, Malaysia – Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru is turning pink this October, joining forces with The Breast Cancer Support Group JB (BSCG) to mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In a bid to raise awareness and honor breast cancer survivors, the hotel will host a range of community-focused activities and events throughout the month….
Penang, Malaysia– The World Research Travel Organization (WRTO) has announced that Penang will be the host city for the upcoming World Research Travel Conference 2024, scheduled from November 3 to 7 at the Setia SPICE Convention Centre. Supported by the Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB), this prestigious event will bring together international experts, educators,…
As European travel seasons heat up, locals urge visitors to tread lightly and embrace responsible tourism. Residents from cities like Amsterdam, Venice, and Barcelona share essential tips for a more respectful experience. First and foremost, support local economies by purchasing handmade items instead of cheap souvenirs. “Remember that local shops and bakeries are vital to…
BANGKOK: During China’s Golden Week, which takes place from October 1 to 7, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) projects that 132,000 and 183,000 Chinese visitors will arrive in Thailand. According to TAT, the estimated number of arrivals is 57-144% higher than for the same period in the previous year. It also stated that the…
PETALING JAYA: Ahead of Visit Malaysia Year 2026 and Malaysia’s stint as the ASEAN Chair, participants in the tourism industry have urged the government to increase the 2025 allocations for technology, product development, marketing, and digitalization. They said that by actively promoting tourist destinations, states could draw in more domestic travellers for the “Cuti-Cuti Malaysia”…
MARANG, September 28 — As part of the preparations for the October–March northeastern monsoon season, which brings heavy rains and frequently floods to the east coast of peninsular Malaysia, Terengganu’s renowned resorts on its South China Sea islands will be temporarily shuttered. Ahmad Ridzwan Abd Rahman, the tourism director for Terengganu state, made it clear…
George Town, Penang – 27 September 2024: Penang continues to solidify its position as Malaysia’s top medical tourism destination, accounting for 45% of the nation’s total medical tourism revenue in the first half of 2024. This achievement was highlighted during the joint meeting of the Penang Centre of Medical Tourism (PMED) and StudyPENANG, held at…
Penang, Malaysia, September 27, 2024 – The World Research Travel Organization (WRTO) has officially announced that Penang will host the World Research Travel Conference 2024, taking place from November 3 to 7, 2024, at the Setia SPICE Convention Centre. Supported by the Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB), the event will bring together global experts,…
