KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Tourism, Culture, and Environment Ministry is working to address concerns over high hotel licensing fees in the state capital, which industry players say could severely impact business sustainability. Minister Datuk Seri Christina Liew acknowledged the financial strain on hoteliers, particularly three-star establishments, and emphasized the need for a balanced solution. “I…
KUALA LUMPUR: With strong signs of a thriving tourism sector, the future for Langkawi’s hospitality sector in 2025 appears extremely positive. Under the Greater Kedah 2050 vision, which strongly focuses on ecotourism, upscale resorts, and economic growth, the island is set for significant development. The 3.5 million visitors Langkawi hopes to attract in 2025 is…
Kuala Lumpur city hall is urging street performers to move away from playing mainstream pop covers and instead showcase Malaysia’s rich traditional and folk music. It is part of a bid to enhance the city’s cultural experience for visitors and promote Malaysia’s heritage in preparation for the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) tourism campaign. Amid a…
KOTA KINABALU, Feb 27 — Sabah welcomed 3.14 million tourists in 2024, beating its three-million target and recording a 20.4 per cent increase from the previous year. State Tourism, Culture, and Environment Minister, Datuk Seri Christina Liew, stated that tourism receipts increased to RM7.28 billion, up from RM5.76 billion in 2023. The recovery arrival for…
KUALA LUMPUR: The Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry is reassessing its objectives for the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign after surpassing its aim of 35.6 million foreign visitors by reaching 38 million in 2024. “The overwhelming response forces us to set even higher standards,” stated Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing, Minister of Tourism, Arts, and Culture….
George Town, Pulau Pinang — Pelabuhan Pulau Pinang telah mengumumkan penambahan trip perkhidmatan feri sempena penganjuran Program Perayaan Chap Goh Meh 2025 yang akan berlangsung di Padang Kota, George Town pada 14 Februari 2025 (Khamis). Inisiatif ini diambil bagi memudahkan pergerakan pengunjung yang dijangka hadir beramai-ramai ke majlis perayaan tersebut. Program Chap Goh Meh, yang…
Penang, February 13- 2025 – Along with its No. 1 ranked Seafood Shell WOW on Trip Advisor(Tanjong Tokong Area), Hotel Sentral Seaview has set out to elevate travel this Ramadan byintroducing unique and exciting dining options. Unlike the traditional buffet format, the hotel willbe featuring a signature Seafood Shell WOW as one of the main…
PENAMPANG, February 12 — Datuk Ewon Benedick, Minister of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives, has proposed the development of religious tourism in Sabah as a new Visit Malaysia Year 2026 attraction. According to him, this would demonstrate the distinctiveness and diversity of Malaysians, particularly in Sabah, which is renowned for its peace, harmony, and unity among…
February 10, George Town — Because of the careful planning and preparations made, Penang is certain that it would see a notable rise in Indian tourists for the Thaipusam celebration the following year. According to Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow, it will also result in a notable expansion of the state’s tourism industry and enhance…
Wong Hon Wai said that Penang is much like Uzbekistan, a place of immense cultural heritage, natural beauty, and thriving tourism and Uzbekistan has deep historical roots, cultural magnificence, and warm hospitality. “We also recognize that Uzbekistan is home to a predominantly Muslim population, and Penang, with its rich Islamic heritage and abundance of halal-certified…