GEORGE TOWN, Malaysia – The first edition of WTM Connect Asia opened today (Wednesday 18 May), taking place in George Town, Penang, Malaysia.
GEORGE TOWN, Malaysia – The first edition of WTM Connect Asia opened today (Wednesday 18 May), taking place in George Town, Penang, Malaysia. The area was declared a UNESCO Heritage Site in 2008 and has proved to be a unique setting for Hosted Buyers and exhibitors to meet, enjoy the local culture and make new business connections.
Buyers and suppliers have been welcomed to Penang from more than 30 countries including China, Malaysia, Mexico, USA, UK, Philippines, Germany, Indonesia and Thailand.
The day began with Hosted Buyers and exhibitors attending FAM Trips organised by Penang Global Tourism. The trips included visiting Penang’s hills and temples, wondering through the beautiful gardens, discovering local gastronomy and walking through the narrow lanes of George Town in search of heritage gems.
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E&O’s portfolio ranges from hospitality to luxury. An aerial view of the masterplanned Seri Tanjung Pinang.
THE Eastern & Oriental (E&O) name is synonymous with addresses of enduring value. Its portfolio, ranging from hospitality to luxury living, is headlined by Penang’s globally renowned Eastern & Oriental Hotel and spans the four main growth engines of Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor’s Iskandar Malaysia and central London.
In Penang, E&O has crafted the first-of-its-kind masterplanned seafront development of Seri Tanjung Pinang. This 240-acre township has been conceptualised to celebrate the best of island living.
Located along the coast of Tanjung Tokong, the development stands prominently between the Unesco World Heritage City of George Town and the famed beaches of Batu Ferringhi.