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Penang International Travel Exchange (PITE) 2024 Set to Boost Penang’s Global Profile as a Top Business and Travel Destination

Penang, Malaysia, 8th October 2024 – The 7th edition of the Penang International Travel Exchange (PITE) is set to kick off from 8th to 10th October 2024, aiming to reinforce Penang’s position as a leading business events and travel destination in the Asia Pacific region. Organized by Ace Conferences and supported by the Penang Convention…

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Tourism Ministry’s ‘Road to Unesco’ showcases Malaysia’s breakfast culture, kebaya to over 4,500 visitors

Oct. 6, Subang Jaya — The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) and the National Heritage Department (JWN) have successfully surpassed their target participation by drawing in over 4,500 visitors from all over the nation through the Road to Unesco program. The two-day event, which was aimed at approximately 2,000 attendees, according to JWN…

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Nissan GT-R Owners and Legendary Designer Hiroshi Tamura Gather in Penang for Inaugural GT-R Festival

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…

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Penang to Host World Research Travel Conference 2024, Honoring 50 Years of Malaysia-China Relations

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,…

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As tourist arrivals rise, Terengganu islands close resorts and hotels in preparation for northeast monsoon

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…

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Penang Shines as Malaysia’s Leading Medical Tourism Hub, with 45% of the Nation’s Revenue

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…

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Penang to Host World Research Travel Conference 2024, Celebrating 50 Years of Malaysia-China Relations

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,…

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Sarawak to boost tourism profile overseas ahead of Visit Malaysia Year 2026

KUCHING: With additional marketing initiatives slated before Visit Malaysia Year (VMY) 2026, Sarawak’s tourist sector may anticipate a sustained expansion in the upcoming year. The chief executive officer of the Sarawak Tourism Board (STB), Sharzede Salleh Askor, announced that marketing campaigns will be intensified in the upcoming year to raise awareness of Sarawak among tourists….

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A steady flow of Chinese tourists is expected during Golden Week

PETALING JAYA: Despite changing patterns and economic constraints, tourism players anticipate consistent arrivals of Chinese tourists and tour groups during China’s upcoming Golden Week vacations, which begin on October 1. Because of the convenience of booking online, frequent flights, and the lack of a visa need, they are still optimistic about last-minute bookings. Citing China’s…

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