GEORGE TOWN: Penang to experience three waves of durian harvest this year, says state exco Penang state exco for tourism and creative economy (PETACE), Wong Hon Wai said according to durian orchard owners, the fruits have already started dropping, indicating a potentially longer season with more durian supply. “Currently, the 604, Ting Xiang, Xiao Hong,…
Thanks to its varied offerings and lively culture, Malaysia is quickly rising to the top of the list among Gen Z traveler preferences. Malaysia is well-known for its breathtaking beaches in Borneo and Langkawi, its vibrant towns, and its picturesque mountains like the Cameron Mountains. It also provides a special combination of elegance, affordability, and adventure. Young tourists who care about the environment are drawn to…
KUALA LUMPUR: Travel and tour operators are calling for the expansion of the fuel subsidy to include tour buses and other registered tourism vehicles. According to the Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA), the COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant negative influence on the tourism sector, with many tour operators finding it difficult to remain in business. As domestic tourism…
MALAYSIA- As per Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi , Johor boasts numerous tourist destinations with immense potential, something the state can be proud of. The Mentri Besar remarked that a recent social media video cast doubt on the state’s tourism industry and claimed Johor lacked any noteworthy tourist destinations. The film made clear how dull Johor…
The Malaysia Familiarization Programme for Singaporean media representatives and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) ran from May 6 to May 11, 2024, and was recently ended by Tourism Malaysia Singapore. The objective was to emphasize the concept of dual-city vacations in Malaysia and investigate the distinctive tourist attractions of Penang and Langkawi. The attendees, who were drawn from prestigious journals, newspapers, and…
MALAYSIA- Compared to the same period last year, visitor arrivals to the state in the first four months of this year have climbed by 25.46 per cent, according to state minister of tourism, creative industry, and performing arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Hamzah. By the end of this year, the industry is expected to return to about 90% of…
Penang – YB Wong Hon Wai Exco for Tourism and Creative of Penang announces and introduces “MS The World” visit to Penang’s cruise terminal. “MS The World” is a floating utopia reserved solely for the elite class, serving as a lavish retreat for highly net worth individuals and their families as it sails across the…
Tour packages to nearby locations are often assumed to be intended for Malaysians. Foreigners are the primary target market. This is particularly true for travellers from Arab countries, who typically take family vacations. They explore different malls for a few days before heading to other locations to visit well-known sights. Travel companies offering domestic packages want to focus on…
PENANG- According to data issued by the Penang Immigration Department on April 17, Penang saw 22,420 tourist arrivals from China in the first quarter of this year, up 370% from 4,767 in the same period last year. Penang Exco for Creative Economy and Tourism The increase, according to Wong Hon Wai, was caused by direct…
MALAYSIA- According to Dato Sebastian Ting, if the proposed amendment to add “tourism” to List III (Concurrent List) of the Ninth Schedule of the Federal Constitution is accepted, the Sarawak government will have the power to enact laws about tourism in the state. The state administration has suggested changing Item 25A (Tourism) from List I…
