Four Sabahans vying for Miss World M’sia on Aug 26
Four Sabah finalists, Ellesha Meschille, Shu Wen Chai, Soen Tan, and Yvete Jace, are among 14 contestants vying for the Miss World Malaysia 2023 title. They’re focused on advocating for education, children, and animal welfare. The finalists included Adlyn Jayne Andrew, (Selangor), Lyna Tan (Selangor), Maria Misha (Sarawak), Natalie Ang (Penang), Priya DK (Selangor), Rebecca…
M’sia target 3.2mil Muslim tourists
Malaysia’s Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture aims to welcome 3.2 million Muslim tourists this year, part of their target of 16.1 million foreign tourists. Malaysia is a renowned hub for Islamic tourism, supported by its position in Muslim Friendly Tourism and Hospitality (MFTH). In 2022, Malaysia attracted 10.07 million international tourists, including 2.12 million…
Empowering community to be steward of environment
Nestled on tranquil Libaran Island, the Walai Penyu Conservation Park in Sandakan continues making strides in turtle protection and community empowerment. Assistant Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Joniston Bangkuai visited the island to witness the impactful synergy between the conservation park and the local community. Present were Alexander Yee, founder and managing director of…
Best time to travel as school holidays, autumn, winter is coming
The perfect time for travel is around the corner, with the upcoming school holidays and the pleasant autumn and winter weather. Moreover, people are now willing to spend on travelling rather than keeping their money in banks, said Malaysian Chinese Tourism Association (MCTA) Sabah Chapter Chairman Vincent Sia. “Even though travel packages are no longer…
Api-Api night market stalls expanded
Kota Kinabalu City Hall is expanding the Api-Api night food market, which is held on every Friday and Saturday by adding stalls in blocks C and D along Gaya Street. This decision was following the increasing number of tourists, reached one million visitors in the first half of 2023, said Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister…
Sabah’s cuisines to woo foreign visitors
Sabah aims to attract more foreign tourists by promoting its diverse traditional food, enriching their experience and boosting the local economy. The inaugural “Sadap Bah Sabah Food Fiesta 2023” showcased traditional cuisines from 14 districts, engaging 80 small businesses and 15 entrepreneurs. The event held at Hongkod Koisaan, Penampang from Aug 3 to 6. Sabah’s…
Mt Sinsing is third tallest in M’sia
The Sabah Forestry Department has officially measured Mount Sinsing in Tambunan, confirming it as the third tallest mountain in Malaysia at 2,586 meters above mean sea level (m.s.l.). The mountain gained attention in 2018 when it was highlighted as the third tallest in Malaysia and Borneo, surpassing Mount Tambuyukon. To obtain a more accurate height…
KPJ perform Whipple procedure to remove tumour
KPJ Sabah Specialist Hospital achieved remarkable success in liver and pancreatic treatments. Dr Mohd Sharifudin Sharif, the Resident Consultant General and Hepatobiliary Surgeon, performed a 1.25kg liver tumour removal using the Whipple procedure on a 33-year-old woman post-childbirth. Despite some complications during recovery, she is now closely monitored and showing positive progress. The hospital also…
Sabah to highlight 12 unique rural products
Sabah has identified 12 exceptional agro-based products to boost rural tourism. The selection, made by the state rural tourism joint steering committee, highlights unique and sustainable practices. The products include Mount Kinabalu Coffee and Sunduan Pisompuruan Everything Pineapple in Kota Belud, Tampakan Fish Farm, Gombizau Honey Bee Farm in Kudat, and Saujana Hill in Kota…