Tag - Tourism Malaysia

Tiong expresses deep regret over alcohol confusion at gala dinner

KUALA LUMPUR: Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing has expressed deep regret over confusion about alcohol served at the Global Travel Meet gala dinner. The Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister said the confusion stemmed from his failure to announce the event was privately organised by tourism players. “The only mistake was not announcing during the dinner that it...

Tourism Ministry pledges to learn from gala dinner alcohol controversy

PETALING JAYA: The Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry has pledged to learn from the recent gala dinner controversy and ensure that such incidents do not happen again. The ministry said it took full responsibility for the confusion and misunderstanding that had caused unease amongst the public following the viral event. "The Ministry takes this as a lesson...

Visit Malaysia 2026: Fam trip brings journalists, influencers to see less-explored sides of Sabah

KOTA KINABALU: A familiarisation trip filled with cultural discoveries, coupled with immersive nature experiences, was part of a tourism campaign to uncover more of Sabah’s hidden gems. Themed “Mansau-Ansau North Borneo Trail: Culture, Adventure & Nature”, this five-day tour from last Friday (July 4) to Tuesday, saw nine media personnel and social influencers from Peninsula Malaysia,...

Malaysia determined to be a film tourism destination

Malaysia is on its way to becoming one of the leading regional hubs for film production. The country has successfully attracted foreign creative investments through the Film in Malaysia Incentive (Fimi), which is creating jobs and upskilling the local workforce. National Film Development Corporation (Finas) chief executive officer Datuk Azmir Saifuddin Mutalib revealed that among the latest...

A festive welcome: Tourism Malaysia rolls out celebrations for Chinese New Year at airports

SEPANG: Tourism Malaysia holds welcoming Chinese New Year receptions for tourists at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), Penang International Airport in Bayan Lepas, Penang, Kota Kinabalu International Airport in Sabah and Kuching International Airport in Sarawak. Tourism Malaysia deputy director-general Lee Thai Hung said the department has been conducting celebrations to welcome inbound tourists at KLIA...

Destination attractions among reasons Malaysians head to Thailand, says Tourism Ministry

KUALA LUMPUR: A recent survey conducted by the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry has found that destination attractions significantly influence Malaysians' decisions to holiday in Thailand. The study, titled "Malaysian Outbound and Domestic Travel Behaviour", was undertaken in the first quarter of 2024 to explore the travel patterns of Malaysians, both domestically and internationally. "The findings revealed...

Tourism Malaysia unveils exciting midnight sale for Singapore shoppers during Deepavali season in JB

SINGAPORE (Bernama): Singaporeans who are interested in some late-night shopping this Deepavali season may want to travel across the Causeway to Johor Bahru for the Malaysia Midnight Sale from Oct 30 to Nov 2. Tourism Malaysia Singapore deputy director Mohana Murni Shanmugam said the event offers shoppers extended hours until midnight, along with entertainment and exclusive...

Durian packages unveiled by Tourism Malaysia at Malaysia Fest event in Singapore

SINGAPORE (Bernama): Tourism Malaysia has launched the Durian Delight Packages at the ongoing Malaysia Fest 2024 at Singapore Expo, Changi, to woo the King of Fruits lovers from the island republic with exclusive packages. Tourism Malaysia said the agency together with travel partners, and local durian farmers joint their expertise to create a premium product showcasing...

Visit Melaka Year 2024 in full swing; check out what’s ‘new’

Melaka has always been one of the highly visited states in Malaysia, thanks to its historical and cultural charms. Along with Penang’s George Town, Melaka was inscribed on the Unesco World Heritage Site list in 2008 as part of the “historic cities of the Straits of Malacca”. From the Stadthuys and A Famosa to Jonker Street and...

Rise of the red rovers

KUALA LUMPUR: There has been a surge in the number of Chinese travellers coming to Malaysia following the increase of red-eye flights here from their home country, according to Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB). Red-eye flights are rising in popularity, with officials reporting a 28% increase of such flights arriving at KL International Airport (KLIA) during...