The Sabah government has reiterated its commitment to cracking down on illegal tourism operators, including foreign nationals abusing visitor passes to run unlicensed businesses. State Assistant Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Dr Andi Shamsureezal Mohd Saina said firm enforcement is necessary to protect legitimate local industry players. He noted that the state is working closely…
LENGGONG: The return of the ancient Perak Man skeleton to the Lenggong Valley Archaeological Gallery has significantly boosted tourism in the area, reinforcing its status as a key heritage destination in Malaysia. The approximately 11,000-year-old skeleton, previously kept by the National Heritage Department in Kuala Lumpur, has been on public display in Lenggong since July…
PENANG: Setia SPICE Convention Centre & Arena (Setia SPICE) has taken a decisive step forward in sustainable event management, turning food waste from its events into valuable resources through a collaboration that brings together industry, academia and enterprise. The initiative, launched today in partnership with Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) and Al-Ansar Integrated Sdn Bhd, centres…
GEORGE TOWN: The Malaysia Gold & Jewellery Trade Exhibition (MGJE) 2026 will return to Penang next month with a stronger focus on artificial intelligence (AI) and the launch of a new Southeast Asian gold trading platform. The three-day event, to be held from May 8 to 10 at the Setia SPICE Convention Centre, is expected…
JOHOR BARU: The Johor government is prioritising domestic tourists in the development of the state’s tourism sector as part of efforts to strengthen the industry sustainably. Johor Mentri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi said locals would be among the first to enjoy improved tourism facilities and attractions provided by the state government. He said the approach…
GEORGE TOWN: Carolyn Leong has been returned as chairman of the Penang chapter of the Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) for the 2026–2029 term. Her re-election was confirmed during the chapter’s annual general meeting held at JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La on Wednesday. Leong will be supported by a committee comprising deputy…
PENANG: Builders for industry events in Penang have created revenues of RM1.91 billion in the local economy in 2025, representing an increase of 47.7% over last year, confirming that Penang will continue to be one of Malaysia’s top destinations for high-value meetings and conventions. According to the Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB), Penang’s business…
PENANG, March 1– Penang is set to welcome its first Wyndham-branded hotel following a landmark collaboration between GIC Group and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. The partnership, formalised at a signing ceremony today, marks a major step in Penang’s expanding hospitality landscape and reflects confidence in the state’s tourism and investment potential. The ceremony drew senior…
MIRI: Miri has strong potential to become a key tourism hub in northern Sarawak, says Pakatan Harapan (PH) Sarawak secretary Alan Ling. He said the city, which was declared a city in 2005 and branded as a resort city, has long been seen by residents and industry players as a driver of sustainable growth and…
MELAKA: Visitors to Melaka can now enjoy savings of up to RM268 through the Melaka Tourism Passport, a new initiative introduced by the state government in support of Visit Melaka 2.0 and the upcoming Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign. Priced at just RM5, the passport provides discounts of up to 80%, including special tourism packages and…
