GEORGE TOWN: Domestic tourists to Penang are set to surge during the Malaysia Day break thanks to attractive promotional packages being offered by hotels. Malaysian Association of Hotels Penang ...

Hotel Neo+ Penang’s strongest suit is its location; it may not be in the thick of Georgetown’s tourist action, but close enough so you don’t get left behind. While Jalan Gurdwara might seem an ...

Zavvy hoteliers in Malaysia have been buying up old shop houses and homes and transforming them into fine boutique hotels. Georgetown, the capital of Pulau Penang (Penang Island) in Malaysia became a ...

Located along the famous Gurney Drive just north of George Town, this UNESCO World Heritage site is recognized for its pre-war two- and three-story shophouses lining the narrow streets of the site's ...

Freshly renovated, the historic Lone Pine hotel (it’s the oldest hotel on the coastal stretch of Batu Ferringhi) is a must-visit and a must-stay. From the swaying pine trees on a tranquil stretch of ...

GEORGE TOWN: With Chinese tourists shunning Japan and Thailand’s Hat Yai, Penang is poised for a year-end tourism bonanza.

Hotels across Malaysia’s Penang island were at least 85% occupied over the weekend, with some fully booked, as travelers snapped up tour packages bundling unlimited durian feasts with accommodation.

Penang hotels have recorded close to 100% occupancy rate this month for the first time this year in the post-pandemic era. Penang tourism and creative economy committee chairman Yeoh Soon Hin said as ...

Should airlines refund taxes and fees on nonrefundable tickets?Here's why a class action against airlines regarding taxes and fees on nonrefundable tickets won't fly. New and renovated properties on ...

Penang hotels had to pay a fee of RM3 or RM2 per room per night, depending on their rating, before the pandemic. (Facebook pic) The state government has extended its waiver on hotel fees and ...

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