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Over 50 weekly flights, MICE venues, new resorts and iconic street food beckons Singapore travellers as Penang plays a key role in Malaysia’s push to attract 4.5million tourists in 2022.
SINGAPORE – Penang Global Tourism announced the “Experience Penang” campaign aimed at Singapore travellers, one of the iconic state’s most important travel markets. The campaign, with the tagline “Diversity of Asia”, was launched in Singapore by Penang State EXCO for Tourism & Creative Economy, YB Yeoh Soon Hin and Chief Executive Officer of Penang Global Tourism, Mr Ooi Chok Yan. The tourism bureau laid out plans to revitalise Penang’s tourism sector during its first official travel campaign in Singapore in two years,
YB Yeoh Soon Hin said, “Singapore was the first country to have a Vaccinated Travel lane (VTL) with Penang and remains our second international visitor-generating market. Singaporeans appreciate our rich heritage, art, architecture and of course, our kaleidoscope of gourmet offering that best reflects our colourful ethnic mix of Malay, Indian, Chinese and Peranakan culture. After two years of travel hiatus, we are ready to welcome our Singaporean neighbours and help them plan the most iconic and meaningful Penang getaway.”
New Hotel Projects and UNESCO World Heritage Declaration
During the pandemic, work in boosting Penang’s tourism infrastructure continued. Brand new, world-class accommodation include Amari Hotel which will officially launch in November 2022, The George Penang Hotel and a 4-star waterfront hotel Crowne Plaza in Strait City.
The iconic state is also celebrating a second UNESCO accreditation, Penang Hill Biosphere Reserve which comprises of 12,481 hectares of marine and terrestrial ecosystems. The first Heritage Site, George Town continues to draw visitors with its carefully preserved pre-war buildings, beautifully restored mansions, eclectic street art, vintage shops and modern cafes.
Rediscover Penang – Beauty Beyond George Town
Penang Global Tourism is also on a mission to expand the footprint of all international travellers beyond the popular sites. Two distinct campaigns, “The Opposite Side of the Island” promoting Seberang Perai and “The Other Side of the Island”, showcasing Balik Pulau and Teluk Bahang’s natural beauty and unchartered holiday experiences for travellers.
Mission to Boost MICE Appeal
Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB) also announced plans to accelerate the state’s plan to attract international businesses hosting conferences, exhibitions and for event organisers. Singapore, a global travel hub with international and regional MNCs and start-ups headquartered in the Lion City, is a significant source of MICE business. Penang boasts some of the largest integrated convention centres, including world-class hotel meetings and event spaces and is forming strategic alliances with corporate travel partners and global event organisers to secure its calendar of MICE activities.
Vicky is the co-founder of TravelDailyNews Media Network where she is the Editor-in Chief. She is also responsible for the daily operation and the financial policy. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Tourism Business Administration from the Technical University of Athens and a Master in Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Wales. She has many years of both academic and industrial experience within the travel industry. She has written/edited numerous articles in various tourism magazines.
