MALAYSIA- State Minister for Tourism, Culture, and Environment Datuk Christina Liew stated that investigations into the incident involving 64-year-old Chinese visitor Xue Dong Yuan in Lohan, Ranau, on April 22 are being conducted by her ministry’s Sabah Tourism Board (STB). “I have given STB the go-ahead to investigate the case and take necessary action,” Liew stated in a…
MALAYSIA – To promote the nation’s tourism arrival targets, Malaysia Aviation Group Bhd (MAG) and Tourism Malaysia have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for a three-year cooperation. At the signing event in Kuala Lumpur, Ahmad Luqman Mohd Azmi, the chief executive officer of MAG Airlines, stated, “We look forward to working with Tourism Malaysia,…
MALAYSIA- Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said that by the end of this year, the state would be corporatizing its tourist agency in preparation for Visit Johor Year 2026. He stated that for Johor to become the primary tourist destination in Malaysia, the industry needs to be improved. “The topic of corporatizing Tourism in Johor was raised recently…
With forecasts showing exceeding pre-pandemic levels from 2019 and a promising trajectory for future growth, supported by strategic collaborations and partnerships within the airline sector, Malaysia’s tourist industry is set for an impressive comeback. In 2023, Malaysia received 20.1 million foreign visitors, bringing in a healthy 71.3 billion ringgit (US$14.9 billion). While this accomplishment was higher than…
MALAYSIA – Indonesia intends to improve its commercial, economic, and tourism programs with Malaysia, especially Johor, by introducing a “special privilege scheme” that provides discounts to citizens living in neighbouring districts. According to Sigit Suryantoro Widiyanto, the Indonesian Consul-General in Johor Baru, this would encompass at least ten Indonesian districts in the Riau Islands, including Tanjung Pinang, Batam, and…
MALAYSIA – During Wednesday’s state assembly meeting, opposition members “schooled” State Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Environment Datuk Christina Liew on matters about the travel industry. Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin (Umno – Lamag) and Datuk Seri Mohd Shafie Apdal (Warisan – Senallang) were among those who provided advice on how Sabah might increase its…
Penang State EXCO for Tourism and Creative Economy – YB Wong Hon Wai, warmly welcomes the renowned variety show “Mr. Player,” as it embarks on a 4 days filming expedition in Penang. Known for embracing the real and true spirit of adventure through exciting challenges and fun punishments, filled with fun and surprises that leave…
George Town, Penang, April 19, 2024] – Since its inception in 2010, George Town Festival (GTF) is driven by a mission to promote Penang’s arts, culture and heritage, to showcase the city’s charm as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The festival sees over 100,000 festival goers annually, receiving attention from international media outlets over the…
MALAYSIA- This year, Sarawak has seen an increase in tourist arrivals, with 438,950 registered in March as opposed to 397,785 in February. According to Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, Minister of State for Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts, the March number was higher than the 323,960 arrivals in the same month the previous…
MALAYSIA– A heatwave alert has been issued for 14 locations nationwide by the Malaysian Meteorological Department (Met Malaysia), primarily affecting the states of Perlis, Kedah, Kelantan, Sarawak, and Sabah. The travel sector is predicted to be greatly impacted by this extreme weather situation, which is characterized by temperatures between 35 and 37 degrees Celsius and…
