200 riders to race 88km in Danum’s ancient rainforest
The Danum Mountain Bike Race 2026 will debut next year on 14 February as an…
Indian leisure golfers flock to Sabah
Sabah is set to host over 800 Indian leisure golfers next month, a result of successful efforts by the Sabah Tourism Board (STB) following a visit by Indian golfing experts in May. Datuk Joniston Bangkuai, Sabah’s Assistant Tourism, Culture, and Environment Minister, and STB chairman, expects an even larger turnout as golf enthusiasts bring their…
Hong Kong musician keen to perform in Sabah
KOTA KINABALU: The Hong Kong International Musician Association expressed keenness to hold a music symposium in Sabah. Its chief executive officer Jye Lee mulled the idea to hold a Sabah Borneo International Music Festival that features competitions, forums and masterclasses, among others. Jye told this to Assistant Tourism, Culture, and Environment Minister Datuk Joniston Bangkuai…
MATTA Fair Sabah 2023 May 19-21 at SICC
KOTA KINABALU: The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) is once again organising the 1st MATTA Fair Sabah for year 2023 at Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) here. This will be the biggest travel fair in Sabah which will be held for three consecutive days from May 19 to 21 May, said MATTA…
Turn nian gao available all year round
KOTA KINABALU: Nian gao or rice cake can be turned into an all year round product with innovative packaging instead of only make available during Chinese New Year. “In doing so, we can create job opportunities for the locals and income for our suppliers in Kudat,” said Tok Kelapa, Director Koh Kok Cheng who is…
900 guests treated to buffet brunch during CNY
KOTA KINABALU: The culinary of the various Chinese ethnicity in Sabah were showcased during the Chinese New Year celebration. Some 700 types of Chinese menus were dished out during the “Feast of Fortune” buffet brunch for 900 guests at Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) here during the third day of Chinese New Year celebration on…
KK among world’s top 10 popular destinations for 2023
KINABALU: Kota Kinabalu has been lined up alongside other world famous cities as among the top 10 most trending destinations for 2023. According to Booking.com report, it said that Kota Kinabalu is among the ultimate travel hotspots for travellers this year. The online booking agency which is one the world largest among others mentioned that…
Sabah to explore birding sites to incorporate with community-based tourism
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah’s rural areas hold great promise as a birding hotspot, opening up new educational and economic possibilities for the local community. Assistant Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Environment Datuk Joniston Bangkuai said birdwatching is an excellent activity to integrate into the community-based tourism initiative that will attract new visitors to the countryside. He…
Sabah to diversify its market to Indian visitors
KOTA KINABALU/Dec 8: Since the Chinese visitors are not returning anytime soon, Sabah has decided to lure the Indian tourists which is now the fastest-growing outbound market. Assistant Tourism, Culture, and Environment Minister Datuk Joniston Bangkuai said the state’s tourism industry was overly dependent on Chinese visitors before the pandemic and that it must now…
Jafry urges Motac to promote and market Sabah
KOTA KINABALU/8Dec: Sabah Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister (KePKAS) Datuk Jafry Ariffin paid a courtesy on newly appointed federal Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister (Motac) Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing at Putrajaya. During the meeting, various issues were discussed including the renewal of licences for tour buses and vehicles rental faced by operators in Sabah….
Shop for books as Christmas gift at Urban Tamu
KOTA KINABALU: With Christmas just around the corner, once again the Urban Tamu at Riverson was made available for gift hunters. Various vendors offering variety of gifts for shoppers to choose from including a book seller where its author Anna Vivienne was also present to meet the buyers and to autograph the books. “This was…
Matta Fair Sabah back due to strong demand
KOTA KINABALU/9 Dec: The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (Matta) Fair Sabah is different from others because it emphasizes more on promotions. Its Sabah and Labuan Chairman Lawrence Chin said the fair only allowed licensed agencies to participate and have always been a crowd puller for holiday packages. To further enhance visitors’ experience…
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200 riders to race 88km in Danum’s ancient rainforest
The Danum Mountain Bike Race 2026 will debut next year on 14 February as an 88 kilometre gravel endurance challenge. It is aimed at connecting cyclists with rainforest conservation while showcasing one of the world’s oldest ecosystems, said Borneo Nature Tours Sdn Bhd Chief Executive Officer Freddie Coleman during a press conference at a resort….
BRL stays committed to wildlife conservation
Borneo Rainforest Lodge (BRL), nestled in Danum Valley, remains committed to promoting wildlife conservation awareness. This commitment was reflected in the team’s success at the Borneo Bird Festival 2025, held on 25–26 October at the Rainforest Discovery Centre in Sandakan “These collective achievements highlight BRL’s deep commitment to wildlife stewardship, creativity, and conservation awareness,” said…
Hilton KK introduces coffee rave party
Rooftop Bar & Grill at Hilton Kota Kinabalu is introducing a Coffee Rave Party, a unique combination of coffee culture and DJ music. This concept has gained popularity in Kuala Lumpur but is a new trend for the Kota Kinabalu scene. An introductory session was recently held to test the concept and received encouraging feedback…
Borneo Rainforest Lodge wins triple honours at World Luxury Awards 2025
Sabah’s position as a leading eco adventure and sustainable tourism destination was further cemented when the Borneo Rainforest Lodge (BRL) bagged three major accolades in Singapore. BRL, a subsidiary of the Yayasan Sabah Group of Companies, achieved this exceptional milestone during the World Luxury Hotel Awards 2025 ceremony held at PARKROYAL Collection Pickering on October…
Nine emperor gods parade boosts Sabah’s cultural tourism
The divine parade of the Nine Emperor Gods has added another tourism product to Sabah’s calendar of events. Sabah Association of Tour and Travel Agents (SATTA) Chairman Datuk Seri Winston Liaw said the recent parade was not only a matter of religious faith but also a traditional cultural event and a tourism attraction. “The parade…
Top mountain runners to clash with Sabah’s finest at Climbathon
The world’s most gruelling mountain race will return to Kundasang as the 32nd Mount Kinabalu International Climbathon takes place on 19 October 2025, drawing top skyrunners from 27 countries. Flagging off at Kinabalu Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the 24.5km course will challenge runners to ascend 12.25km to Mount Kinabalu’s 4,095.2-metre summit before descending…
A&W bringing back the drive-in good times
A&W is bringing back the good times of the drive-thru and drive-in experience in Sabah. The opening of its standalone store at Parklane City Benoni marks another milestone in its expansion plan. “This store is seated in the best location, adjacent to banks, a cinema, the commercial centre as well as housing,” said WSG Group…
KePKAS contributes RM31,000 to support firefly, mangrove project
The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Environment (KePKAS) will contribute RM31,000 to support the Rotary Club of Kota Kinabalu Pearl’s firefly and mangrove rehabilitation project at the Darau Wetland Ecotourism site. Minister Datuk Seri Christina Liew announced this during the launch of the new tourism product at Kg Darau. She praised the club for its…
The installation art by the bay to feature 15 creations
The 12th Installation Art by the Bay KK 2025 (IAKK2025) is set to showcase 15 upcycled sculptures from September 13 to 16 at Taman Chong Thien Vun here. Carrying the theme Echoes of Sustainability Every Effort Matters, this annual community interactive eco art tourism event will open daily from 9am to 6pm, said IAKK2025 Art…
Driving coral restoration in Usukan waters
Chery Malaysia has set an example by committing to marine sustainability beyond the road. Partnering with One Ocean Nature Conservation Centre (OONCC) on Usukan Island, a team of 30 employees rolled up their sleeves and dove right in to restore life beneath the waves. The effort saw 135 coral fragments propagated and secured in an…
