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The MATTA Fair Sabah concluded with a remarkable sales turnover of over RM25 million. The event, held at the Sabah International Convention Centre from May 19 to 21, attracted more than 15,000 visitors over three days. MATTA Sabah chairman Lawrence Chin, expressed satisfaction with the fair and highlighted the participation of 50 regional and international…

Assistant Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Joniston Bangkuai emphasized the importance of responsible tourism in riverfront areas. He called on stakeholders to prioritize safety, quality, and continuous skills development. During the launch of the Pertubuhan Arus Deras Sabah or ARUSDESA and Pulou Kelapa Heritage Tourism and Recreation Centre, Joniston stressed the need for visitor…

JSK Borneo Reef, also known as Borneo’s Sea Water Theme Park, is hosting the highly anticipated “Sunset Escapade” every Friday, Saturday, and eve of public holidays starting from June 2. Located in Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, visitors can witness the rare sight of the Kota Kinabalu sun setting between Sapi and Gaya Islands. The…

Assistant Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Joniston Bangkuai encourages rural villagers to maintain the practice of cultivating their land to ensure a stable food supply. He emphasizes the significance of self-sufficiency for rural communities, reducing reliance on external food sources. Traditional farming methods have the potential to attract tourists interested in the local farming…

Author Fariza Sakina Farish launches interactive children’s book, immersing readers in Tuaran district’s enchanting folklore. Book combines captivating illustrations and activities inspired by Fariza’s grandmother’s tales, promoting cultural appreciation. Fariza plans to write more children’s books featuring different Sabah districts, preserving diverse narratives. Book presented during Kaamatan Festival to Assistant Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister…

Sabah’s districts are urged to embrace the creation of an immersive and comprehensive Kaamatan calendar, designed to highlight the vibrant tapestry of the region’s Kaamatan Festival. Assistant Tourism, Culture, and Environment Minister, Datuk Joniston Bangkuai, has proposed this initiative to unveil the hidden gems of small-scale celebrations in picturesque rural villages, providing tourists with the…

Sabah has become the third place in the world to have a UNESCO Triple Crown site with the declaration of the Kinabalu National Geopark as The Kinabalu UNESCO Global Geopark. This distinction is shared with Jeju Island in Korea and Shennongjia in China. The decision was made by UNESCO’s Executive Board on May 24 in…

Tourism Malaysia has emphasized the importance of raising awareness about sustainable tourism, ensuring the industry’s long-term future. Its Senior Director Strategic Planning Division, Saidi Bundan highlighted the significance of sustainable tourism in line with the National Tourism Policy (2020-2030). This policy aims to transform Malaysia’s tourism sector through public-private sector partnerships and digitalisation for sustainable…

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…

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…