KOTA KINABALU – Sabah is off to an encouraging start for the year with 1.44 million visitors in the first half of 2025, collecting about RM3.3 million in tourism receipts, said Assistant Minister of Tourism, Culture and Environment Datuk Joniston Bangkuai. Speaking during a dinner in Semporna hosted for Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution…
GEORGE TOWN — Malaysia is poised to make history in its cruise tourism industry with the arrival of its first Chinese homeported cruise ship, M/V Piano Land, through a partnership between Chinese operator Astro Ocean Cruise and local travel company Hwajing Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd. The M/V Piano Land, operated by Astro Ocean Cruise,…
JOHOR BAHRU, July 3– Five hotels under the SKS Hospitality Essentials group carried out various environmental initiatives throughout Johor in June in conjunction with World Environment Day 2025. In collaboration with local authorities, the participating hotels — AmanSari Nusajaya, AmanSari Desaru, and the FIVES Hotels JBCC, Meldrum and DNP — engaged in activities including community…
GEORGE TOWN — In a poignant celebration of culture, craftsmanship, and continuity, the Penang State Government has unveiled a video series titled “Traditional Trades of Penang” — a compelling tribute to the island’s living heritage and the artisans who keep it alive. Launched in conjunction with the upcoming George Town World Heritage Celebration this July…
Penang, June 30 — In a landmark move that bridges heritage with science, Ghee Hiang, Malaysia’s iconic sesame oil brand, formalised two academic partnerships today aimed at advancing scientific research into the health benefits of its premium sesame oil. Held at Ghee Hiang’s headquarters in George Town, the official Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) and Memorandum…
Penang, Malaysia – 26 June 2025 – A warm Malaysian welcome greeted Cambodia Airways this morning as it celebrated the inaugural landing of its direct flight from Phnom Penh to Penang, marking a significant milestone in strengthening travel ties between two UNESCO-listed cultural gems. The historic touchdown at Penang International Airport was celebrated with great…
GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Port Commission (PPC) recently welcomed a high-level delegation from Thailand on a courtesy visit aimed at strengthening ties and exploring collaborative opportunities in maritime and logistics, according to a Facebook post by PPC chairman Datuk Yeoh Soon Hin. Led by Deputy Secretary-General to the Prime Minister of Thailand, Dr. Thitiwat Adisornphankal,…
JOHOR BARU: The extension of KTM Bhd’s Electric Train Service (ETS) from Gemas to Johor Baru is expected to significantly enhance connectivity and give a strong boost to the nation’s tourism industry, according to tourism officials. Tourism Malaysia deputy director-general (promotion) Datuk Musa Yusof said the new service — which is projected to take passengers…
IPOH: Perak took the top spot for the highest number of domestic tourists in 2024, says Loh Sze Yee. The state tourism committee chairman said, according to the Statistics Department, Perak welcomed 10.2 million local tourists, followed by Selangor and Pahang with 9.6 million and 9.5 million respectively last year. Loh attributed the achievement partly…
PARIS: AirAsia has once more soared to greater heights, clinching the coveted “World’s Best Low-Cost Airline” award for the 16th year in a row at the highly-acclaimed Skytrax World Airline Awards 2025. The award was announced in a ceremony held at the Paris Air Show on Wednesday, marking an impressive milestone for the Malaysian airline…
