Satta: Electricity tariff increase burdens tourism, SME sectors
The Sabah Association of Tour and Travel Agents (Satta) expresses serious concern over the State…
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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Satta: Electricity tariff increase burdens tourism, SME sectors
The Sabah Association of Tour and Travel Agents (Satta) expresses serious concern over the State Government’s recent announcement of an electricity tariff increase of about 15 per cent, effective February 1, 2026. The decision will have a significant and far-reaching impact on the tourism industry and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across Sabah. At a…
Borneo Nature Tours won two ASEANTA awards
Borneo Nature Tours won two top honours at the 35th ASEAN Tourism Association (ASEANTA) Tourism Awards of Excellence held in Cebu, the Philippines. The presentation ceremony on Jan 27 saw the Yayasan Sabah Group subsidiary secure the Best ASEAN Cultural Preservation Effort Award and the Best ASEAN Eco-Lodge Award. The eco-lodge in Danum Valley, Lahad…
Matta Sabah delegation on fam trip to Hainan
The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (Matta) Sabah Chapter has embarked on a familiarisation trip to Hainan province in China to strengthen tourism ties and foster long-term collaboration between both sides. Its Chairman, Mohd Azlan Saleh Abd Salam, said they aims to enhance cooperation in agro-tourism, sustainable farming and rural economic development, areas…
Sabah meets 3.5 mil target in 2025
Former Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Seri Christina Liew is delighted that Sabah has achieved its target of 3.5 million tourist arrivals set for 2025. She attributed this accomplishment to the relentless efforts put in by the ministry (KePKAS) and its agencies, namely Sabah Tourism Board (STB), Sabah Convention Bureau (SCB), Sabah Parks Board…
STB, industry players to drive tourism activities
Sabah Tourism Board (STB) will be drawing up plans to support tourism initiatives led by the private sector. Assistant Minister to the Chief Minister and STB chairman Datuk Joniston Bangkuai said that while STB provides strategic guidance, resources and support, it is industry players who drive tourism activities and sales. “The focus is to create…
Sabah to reach millions in China via Jiangmen media
Efforts to promote Sabah under Visit Malaysia 2026 received a boost as the state is expected to reach millions of Chinese listeners and viewers through Jiangmen Radio and Television. Deputy Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Chan Foong Hin invited people from Jiangmen and across China to visit Malaysia. He made the call when officiating the…
Howard Johnson KK City Centre reopens
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre has officially relaunched on 16 Jan 2026 following a comprehensive year-long refurbishment, marking a new chapter for the iconic city-centre hotel under the globally recognised Wyndham Hotels & Resorts brand. The refurbishment has introduced refreshed interiors, upgraded guest rooms and enhanced public spaces, aimed at offering modern…
Hilton KK rings in Lunar New Year with strides of abundance feasts
Hilton Kota Kinabalu is ushering in the Lunar New Year with a festive culinary celebration themed Strides of Abundance, offering a series of dining experiences at Urban Kitchen from January 12 to February 20, 2026. The hotel recently hosted a media preview where General Manager Smitah Shah-Boultwood introduced the Feast of Fortune dinner buffet, featuring…
Hilton KK previews traditional Ramadan dishes
Hilton Kota Kinabalu showcased a delightful selection of traditional dishes at Urban Kitchen ahead of Ramadan 2026. General Manager Smitah Shah-Boultwood said it was truly an honour to have guests present to celebrate the arrival of Ramadan. “We are pleased to offer a beautiful preview of what is to come during the month of Ramadan….
Politeknik Tawau students experience CoBT in Kg Telisai, Pulau Buta
A total of 37 students from Politeknik Tawau have successfully completed the Kampung Ecoventure Programme Series II, held at Kampung Telisai and Pulau Buta Ecotourism in Tungku. The three-day programme was organised for the students to engage with the local community in various activities, creating a positive impact on community development, said its Deputy Director,…
