KOTA KINABALU: Sabah aims to log four million tourist arrivals this year following last year’s strong 3.79 million, said state Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Jafry Ariffin. The state recorded 3,793,709 visitor arrivals last year, generating RM8.74 billion in tourism receipts, he said. “Surpassing the 3.5 million visitor target last year is a strong…
PENANG: Dato Yeoh Soon Hin has been officially appointed as the Honorary Consul of Mexico in Penang, marking a new chapter in strengthening bilateral ties between Mexico and Malaysia, particularly in trade, investment and cultural exchange. The inaugural ceremony was held at the St. Giles Wembley Penang Hotel on Tuesday (Jan 28), with Penang Chief…
KLANG, Jan 29 – The Klang Royal City Council (MBDK) is planning to establish a tourist information centre to promote the city’s attractions to cruise travellers arriving at Port Klang, Selangor. Klang Mayor Datuk Abd Hamid Hussain said the council was in the process of drawing up plans to convert a council-owned property into an…
KUALA LUMPUR: Jan 27 – Malaysia welcomed 42.2 million visitors in 2025, marking an 11.2% increase from 38 million in 2024 and a 20.4% rise compared with 35 million recorded in 2019, providing a strong platform for the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi stated that the encouraging…
BENTONG: Pahang is targeting 15 million tourist arrivals this year, driven by Genting Highlands and the state’s strong appeal as Malaysia’s leading eco-tourism destination. State Unity, tourism and culture committee chairman Leong Yu Man said the target includes both domestic and international visitors, with projected tourism receipts of RM12 billion. She said the goal builds…
BATU KAWAN: Penang’s tourism sector is expected to sustain its upward momentum this year, with more than eight million tourists projected to arrive through Penang International Airport. State Tourism and Creative Economy Committee chairman Wong Hon Wai said the positive outlook is driven largely by the introduction of new international flight routes, particularly direct services…
KUALA LUMPUR: Selangor’s comprehensive rural tourism blueprint is poised to become a national benchmark, offering a model for other states as Malaysia intensifies preparations for Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026). Industry observers say the state’s approach goes beyond economic stimulation by striking a balance between rapid urban development and the preservation of local heritage, while ensuring…
PENANG: The arrival of the New Year has brought welcome celebrations for international visitors at key transportation hubs in Malaysia as part of Tourism Malaysia’s launch of Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026). On New Year’s Day, a national celebration took place simultaneously from 55 major entrances and strategic sites across the 13 states of Malaysia, thereby…
GEORGE TOWN: Penang is steadily strengthening its position as an international hub for mind sports and sports tourism, with chess playing an increasingly prominent role in attracting global participation and showcasing the state’s intellectual and cultural appeal. Penang State Executive Councillor for Tourism and Creative Economy Wong Hon Wai said the 17th Penang Heritage City…
GEORGE TOWN: Penang’s tourism sector has moved beyond recovery and is now entering a more mature phase, supported by sustained regional and international confidence, Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said. He said the state recorded more than 8.2 million hotel guests in 2024, reflecting a strong rebound following the pandemic. Chow was speaking at the…
