SEMPORNA, July 1— The Regatta Lepa, Sabah’s iconic celebration of Bajau maritime culture, has officially cemented its place on the state tourism calendar — a move that is already reaping the rewards by drawing larger crowds and international attention to the vibrant coastal town of Semporna. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said the festival’s…
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…
GEORGE TOWN: The Malaysia Budget & Business Hotel Association (MyBHA) Penang Chapter celebrated its 20th Anniversary with a gala dinner at the Ascott Gurney Penang on Friday night. Penang State Executive Councillor for Tourism and Creative Economy Wong Hon Wai was a guest of honour at the milestone event. MyBHA Penang chairman Andy Lau and…
KOTA KINABALU, June 20— Sabah’s thriving tourism industry has emerged as a cornerstone of the state’s economy, generating over 380,000 jobs and contributing RM13.1 billion to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), according to Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor. Speaking at the official launch of the ASEAN Travel Exchange (ATEX) 2025, the Chief Minister underscored…
June 20, 2025, GEORGE TOWN: Tourists visiting Penang are being reminded to stay vigilant and ensure they engage only with licensed tour operators, following a recent case involving an unlicensed company operating illegally in the state. Penang Tourist Guides Association chairman Clement Liang stressed the need for collective responsibility, urging tourists to play an active…
