Penang launches virtual reality tourism initiative

Yeoh (centre) trying out the VR technology at the launch. With him are (from left) Shahram, Pengkalan Kota assemblyman Daniel Gooi, Penang Global Tourism chief executive officer Ooi Chok Yan and Tourism Malaysia northern region director Shahrul Aman Sabir Ahmad.

PENANG has launched its “Welcome to Penang VR” project to boost tourists’ experience through virtual reality (VR) solutions.

This initiative lets visitors preview attractions and plan their trips accordingly.