KOTA KINABALU/9 Dec: Tourism Malaysia in collaboration with the Malaysian Scuba Diving Association (MSDA) and Sabah Parks launched a new version of the dive sites directory titled Sabah & Labuan 101 Dive Treasures – A Diver’s Ultimate Playground. This is part of Tourism Malaysia’s efforts in reinvigorating the diving industry in Sabah and Labuan. Sabah…
KOTA KINABALU: A homestay on the hills of Kundasang was abuzz with activities recently when a group of writers met there for a writing seminar. The seminar organised by the KDM Writers Club Malaysia was attended by 50 members and their guests. Dubbed Regional Ethnic Writing Seminar, it was graced by speakers on the art…
KUNDASANG: Borenos Fried Chicken is planning to expand its delivery services to hikers at Mount Kinabalu. The Borenos team made their way to the mountain on Oct 28, alongside its iconic mascot to see whether it was feasible for them to bring its signature dishes there. “We have been receiving plenty of requests from customers…
KOTA KINABALU/Nov 20: Sabah Assistant Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Joniston Bangkuai is looking forward to be a team player to help develop the tourism industry in Tuaran. Tuaran district is the homeground of Chief Minister cum Sulaman assemblyman Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor is adorned with many tourism potentials. “During the election campaign, I…
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Tourism Board (STB) is committed to working closely with Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) and other higher learning institutions to support the continued growth of the state’s rural tourism industry. Assistant Tourism, Culture, and Environment Minister Datuk Joniston Bangkuai said STB and tourism players could benefit greatly from the university’s studies of…
KOTA KINABALU/Nov 25: Sabah is exploring the potential of developing Islamic tourism to make the state a more welcoming destination for Muslim tourists. This initiative is bolstered by a seminar on Muslim-friendly Tourism and Hospitality, which aims to provide insight into Islamic tourism to Sabah tourism stakeholders. The seminar was co-organised by the Sabah Tourism…
KOTA KINABALU: The Malaysia Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) Fair Sabah will be held on Dec 9-11 at Suria Sabah shopping mall. The travel fair is a calendar event for MATTA Sabah which is held twice annually in the middle and end of the year. During the first one held at ITCC Penampang…
KOTA KINABALU: The new Malaysia low-cost airline, MYAirline has launched its inaugural flight to Kota Kinabalu International Airport today. With this, more people can travel to Sabah at a competitive price. Sabah Tourism Board chief executive officer Noredah Othman who was on hand to welcome the arrival of the flight which carried over 80 per…
KOTA KINABALU : The 4th Community Based Tourism Roadshow (CBTR) returns with 19 districts participating from Nov 27 to 29 at Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) here. The CBTR, first introduced in 2017, aims to showcase the variety of tourism products available in the respective districts. The event was put on hold during the past…
The 222-room hotel serves as a launchpad inspiring savvy travelers to explore the rich, natural and cultural heritage of the city and North Borneo KOTA KINABALU/Nov 21: Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the opening of Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu, which marks the debut of Hyatt’s rapidly growing lifestyle brand in Malaysia and Southeast Asia. The…