Tourism, Arts, and Culture Minister Datuk Tiong King Sing received a courtesy call from Yeo Seung-bae, the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Malaysia. They explored potential avenues for collaboration in tourism, arts, and culture, with the aim of achieving mutually beneficial outcomes. They also delved into discussions on strategic cooperation, enhancing accessibility, and…
The Sabah Tourist Association (STA) has identified the next two years as crucial for rebuilding confidence in the tourism industry. The newly elected Chairman for 2023-2025 term, Melanie Chu, highlighted the association’s commitment to sustainable and responsible tourism practices, aiming to create a resilient tourism sector in Sabah. The diverse lineup of stakeholders, including destination…
A RM1 billion 5-star InterContinental Resort is set to elevate Sabah’s hospitality industry in Melinsung, Papar. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor expressed gratitude to Sinyi Group and InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) for selecting Sabah for this strategic investment. Emphasizing the resort’s broader impact, he highlighted the creation of over 500 jobs and its contribution…
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Tea has recently launched SabahTea-eShop.com, an online shopping platform to drive product accessibility to consumers locally as well as globally. The launch of the online shop was greatly encouraged following the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Due to the global lockdown, there was a rapid surge in online shopping. “We have always…
Director of Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) – Malaysian & Brunei (Kuala Lumpur Office), Nongyao Jirundorn was pleased to have met their great partners – travel agents, media friends, airlines, and Team Thailand in Malaysia, who have been supported Thai Tourism industry and TAT’s activities through all these years. February 2020 has been a challenging…
Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister (Motac) Dato Sri Tiong King Sing, is emphasising the development of Muslim-friendly tourism. He said Motac plans to launch Muslim-friendly tourism packages in Nov 2023, targeting the Middle East and China due to their substantial Muslim populations. Motac will collaborate on luxury travel packages, such as golf and medical…
The business community is open to supporting initiatives that create opportunities and boost Sabah’s tourism growth. Kota Kinabalu Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KKCCI) President Datuk Michael Lui said the positive tourism momentum, especially post-pandemic, is encouraging for local businesses. “Many local players are benefiting, and we look forward to continued collaboration to attract…
The success of the Tumimung digital content event has prompted the Sabah Tourism Board (STB) to follow up with a creators’ camp. STB Chairman Datuk Joniston Bangkuai made the proposal at the end of the homegrown event, which was held at a resort and featured 70 participants. Attendees included social media content creators, product owners,…
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…
The Sabah Forestry Department set a new Malaysia Book of Records by having the most nations participating in a tree-planting programme at the International Friendship Garden in the Kawang Forest Reserve on Nov 16. Delegates from 44 nations, participating in the 26th Miss Tourism International 2023 engaged in the tree planting activities. The crowning event…