KOTA KINABALU: A scuffle that involved punching and kicking over what purported to be tourist landing fees in one of Semporna’s famous islands has given the district a black eye as a diving paradise. The attack, which took place at about 10.30 am on Wednesday, involved a manager of a tour company who was attacked…
SIBU: The health and tourism sectors can complement each other to boost Sarawak’s appeal as a destination, says Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing. He said while his portfolio may appear far removed from the medical field, the two were in fact closely interconnected. “The health and safety of a destination…
BATU KAWAN, Sep 1 – The 68th Penang National Day turned into a vibrant celebration of culture and pride when the state showcased its living heritage during the annual parade, with the Penang State Exco for Tourism and Creative Economy (PETACE) leading the initiative. The parade at Batu Kawan Stadium drew thousands of spectators waving…
KOTA KINABALU: Chefs should work with the Sabah Tourism Board (STB) to position local food as a unique travel experience for travellers, says state tourism, culture and environment assistant minister and STB chairman Datuk Joniston Bangkuai. He said this is part of ongoing efforts to diversify tourism offerings and preparations for Visit Malaysia 2026. He…
TAIPING: A stroll through the heart of Taiping reveals a town rich in heritage yet still waiting to unlock its true tourism potential. The old wet market, built between 1884 and 1885 and regarded as the oldest in the country, recently received a much-needed facelift. But questions remain on when it will reopen and in…
ISKANDAR PUTERI: Johor is in the final stretch of preparations for Visit Johor Year 2026 (VJY2026), with nearly 90% of its tourism infrastructure and products already in place as the state looks to welcome 12 million visitors. Tourism Johor director Mohammad Nazrul Abd Rahim said efforts were being intensified through large-scale promotions targeting key gateways…
KUALA LUMPUR: Tourist arrivals from ASEAN countries to Malaysia have surged by 15.5% in the first half of this year compared with the same period in 2024, says Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing. The Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister said the increase was a testament to the country’s targeted promotional efforts and its strategic advantage…
GEORGE TOWN: A holiday purchase to Chengdu turned into a dream trip to Paris for Penangite C.L. Lim, who walked away with the grand prize in the MATTA Fair Penang 2025 Buyers’ Contest. The lucky draw, a much-anticipated highlight of the fair, saw Lim clinching two round-trip economy class tickets from Penang to Paris, courtesy…
KUALA LUMPUR: Several tour companies in Tawau, Sabah, believed to be locally owned, have instead been found to be controlled by Chinese investors and involved in a range of illegal operations. Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said investigations uncovered that some of these operators had constructed overwater chalets without permits,…
SINGAPORE: Malaysia is stepping up its tourism game in the lead-up to Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026), with low-cost carrier Scoot joining the push through a strategic three-year partnership aimed at fuelling regional travel to the country. The Singapore-based airline, a subsidiary of Singapore Airlines, inked a memorandum of collaboration (MoC) with Tourism Malaysia, pledging to…
