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KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian YouTuber Changyong, who has more than one million subscribers, has been appointed Tainan Tourism Ambassador 2026 as the historic southern Taiwan city looks to strengthen its appeal among Malaysian travellers. The appointment follows Changyong’s recent visit to Tainan, where he explored the city’s culinary traditions, heritage neighbourhoods, night markets, temples, nature attractions…

GEORGE TOWN – Royale Chulan Penang has launched its Annual Chinese Wedding Fair 2026, bringing together wedding service providers and exclusive promotional packages for couples planning their weddings. Held at the hotel’s Royale Ballroom, the showcase features a range of wedding specialists, including bridal boutiques, photographers, makeup artists, florists, jewellery brands, event planners, entertainment providers…

PENANG, 6 July 2026 – More than just a drive, Proton celebrated its growing community of X50 owners with a unique convoy across Penang, culminating in a durian feast under the theme “King of SUV Meets King of Fruits.” The customer appreciation programme brought together X50 owners from across the northern region for a day…

JOHOR BAHRU – The highly anticipated friendly match between English Premier League club Chelsea FC and Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) is expected to provide a significant boost to Johor’s tourism and hospitality industry ahead of the Aug 11 clash at Sultan Ibrahim Stadium (SSI). Industry players believe the match will attract thousands of football fans…

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s tourism sector recorded robust growth during the recent Hari Raya Aidilfitri holidays, with both inbound and outbound travel registering strong double-digit increases, reflecting sustained travel demand during the festive season. According to data released by Trip.com Group, outbound flight bookings by Malaysians surged 49% year-on-year, driven by a combination of the long…

IPOH: Perak continues to face challenges in attracting major international hotel brands, as most visitors to the state still prefer day trips over overnight stays. State Tourism, Industry, Investment and Corridor Development Committee chairman Loh Sze Yee said Perak is widely perceived as a stopover destination, with travellers often passing through without extending their visit….

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s private healthcare sector is fast cementing its position as a global medical tourism hub, drawing 1.84 million international patients and generating RM3.34 billion in revenue in 2025. What was once considered a niche segment has now become a key pillar of the country’s economic growth and global reputation, underpinned by high clinical…

GEORGE TOWN: A new man-made attraction off Penang’s coast, known as Forest Island, has been recognised by Asia Records, marking a milestone in the state’s push to diversify its tourism offerings. The project, developed as an open-sea lifestyle and leisure destination, features what is claimed to be the world’s first permanent open-sea pickleball court, an…

KOTA KINABALU: The arrival of Sabah’s first-ever direct flight from Chongqing has significantly improved the air connections between Sabah and China and is expected to promote increased tourism in advance of Visit Malaysia 2026. Chongqing Airlines began its inaugural flight to Kota Kinabalu International Airport at 11:15 PM on Thursday, and the aircraft brought with…