JOHOR BARU: The Johor government is prioritising domestic tourists in the development of the state’s tourism sector as part of efforts to strengthen the industry sustainably. Johor Mentri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi said locals would be among the first to enjoy improved tourism facilities and attractions provided by the state government. He said the approach…
PENANG: Penang’s tourism sector received a significant boost on Friday with the arrival of Spring Airlines’ inaugural direct flight from Shanghai, reinforcing the state’s growing popularity among Chinese travellers and strengthening air connectivity ahead of the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign. The flight landed at Penang International Airport at 2.22 pm with 174 passengers on board,…
KUALA LUMPUR: Jan 27 – Malaysia welcomed 42.2 million visitors in 2025, marking an 11.2% increase from 38 million in 2024 and a 20.4% rise compared with 35 million recorded in 2019, providing a strong platform for the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi stated that the encouraging…
PENANG: Penang’s air connectivity with China is set to receive a significant boost with the launch of scheduled direct flights between Chongqing and Penang beginning April 8, 2026. Penang State Executive Councillor for Tourism and Creative Economy Wong Hon Wai announced the development following the signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) between Penang Global…
BATU KAWAN: Penang’s tourism sector is expected to sustain its upward momentum this year, with more than eight million tourists projected to arrive through Penang International Airport. State Tourism and Creative Economy Committee chairman Wong Hon Wai said the positive outlook is driven largely by the introduction of new international flight routes, particularly direct services…
KUALA LUMPUR: Selangor’s comprehensive rural tourism blueprint is poised to become a national benchmark, offering a model for other states as Malaysia intensifies preparations for Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026). Industry observers say the state’s approach goes beyond economic stimulation by striking a balance between rapid urban development and the preservation of local heritage, while ensuring…
PENANG: The arrival of the New Year has brought welcome celebrations for international visitors at key transportation hubs in Malaysia as part of Tourism Malaysia’s launch of Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026). On New Year’s Day, a national celebration took place simultaneously from 55 major entrances and strategic sites across the 13 states of Malaysia, thereby…
GEORGE TOWN: Penang’s tourism sector has moved beyond recovery and is now entering a more mature phase, supported by sustained regional and international confidence, Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said. He said the state recorded more than 8.2 million hotel guests in 2024, reflecting a strong rebound following the pandemic. Chow was speaking at the…
JOHOR BAHRU – The new Electric Train Service (ETS) route connecting Johor Bahru and Kuala Lumpur is expected to stimulate tourism activities along its corridor, particularly in smaller towns, according to the Malaysian Tourist Guides Council (MTGC). MTGC president Jimmy Leong said the projection was based on data shared during a recent engagement with Keretapi…
PENANG, Dec 8, 2025 – Penang’s role as a key northern aviation hub received another lift today as Batik Air launched direct flights to Singapore and Medan from Penang International Airport (PEN), widening the state’s regional reach ahead of Visit Malaysia Year 2026. The two new routes strengthen the airline’s network in the north and…
