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Youngsters prefer travelling over buying luxury items
The Generation Z and Millennials prioritise dream vacations over luxury purchases, said Tourism Malaysia. Its Senior Director of Domestic and Events Division, Iskandar Mirza Mohd Yusof said research showed many prefer to book hotels that offer spa and wellness services. Based on American Express 2023 Global Travel Trends Report, the young travellers plan to spend…
Sabah, Labuan’s community-based and rural tourism highlights for VMY2025
Tourism Malaysia is promoting community-based and rural tourism destinations in Sabah and Labuan for Visit Malaysia Year 2025. Its Director of Package Development Division, Shahrin Mokhtar said the promotion also cover the products and packages, aims to create awareness among the target audience on sustainable tourism. “The sustainable tourism is a new focus on promoting…
MATTA Fair Sabah saw 90 booths, 50 exhibitors
MATTA Fair Sabah made its debut at the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), offering members an opportunity to expand their business and boost sales. According to Lawrence Chin, the chairman of MATTA Sabah Chapter, there were 90 booths featuring 50 exhibitors showcasing a variety of products, tour and travel packages. The majority of participating companies…
Sabah to entice students, expats to boost tourism industry
Tourism Malaysia Sabah, in collaboration with Sabah Tourism Board, is launching the ‘Bah! Mari Pigi Sabah & Labuan Roadshow 2023,’ a week-long promotional tour to Peninsular Malaysia from May 22 to 27. The roadshow will cover Selangor, Putrajaya, and Kuala Lumpur, targeting expatriates and students. Among the educational institutions to be visited are Management and…
Indian’s golfers seeing Sabah beyond golfing
Indian golfers have discovered the allure of Sabah, seeing it as more than just a golfing destination. A group of five golf enthusiasts arrived in the state and were immediately captivated by the breathtaking scenery and warm hospitality of Kota Kinabalu. Organized by Tourism Malaysia, their four-day familiarization tour aims to showcase the diverse attractions…
MATTA Sabah Fair on May 19-21 at SICC
The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) Sabah Chapter is hosting the largest travel fair from May 19 to 21 at the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC). This highly anticipated event is expected to attract visitors of all kinds, with 90 booths featuring regional and international exhibitors. As Malaysia enters the endemic phase,…
Former DCM says Mazu statue will boost tourism
Former Sabah deputy chief minister Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin is urging the state government to approve the construction of a Mazu statue (Goddess of Sea) in Kudat. He stated it would boost the state’s tourism and economy sector and provide economic benefits to the local community. The project was initially proposed 20 years ago…
Tourism Malaysia and Sabah FC to promote sports tourism
Tourism Malaysia and Sabah FC have teamed up to launch an affordable package called “Bola in the City with Sabah FC-A Trip of Excitement” to promote sports tourism. The package, developed with eight local travel agencies and supported by Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), offers buyers the opportunity to meet and interact with Sabah FC players…
British travel YouTuber, followers explore the nature and wildlife of Sabah
Intrepid Travel has joined forces with a British travel YouTuber to offer his followers a chance to explore Sabah’s wildlife and nature. After being delayed by the pandemic, content creator Karl Watson and his 15 followers from various countries including United States, United Kingdom, Czech Republic, Malta and Australia embarked on an 11-day tour in…