KOTA KINABALU: Sabah has over 20,000 houses on stilts, and this can be transform into tourism product by using the community-based tourism concept (CoBT). Sabah Assistant Tourism, Culture, and Environment Minister Datuk Joniston Bangkuai said CoBT implemented in the rural areas since 2014, has produced many successful operators. Thus, if this approach is adopted by…
KOTA KINABALU: May 4, 2026 Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor is confident Sabah’s tourism sector will remain resilient despite challenges posed by the ongoing Middle East conflict. He said the crisis would force businesses to take bold and decisive action to navigate uncertainties, as its impact would be felt across all sectors. “This crisis…
PADANG, Indonesia: June 3, 2026 The Sabah delegation, comprising eight members and led by Machdaniar Nisfah, Consul for Social and Cultural Affairs at the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia in Kota Kinabalu, has arrived to attend the 4th International Minangkabau Literacy Festival (IMLF), held in conjunction with the 100th anniversary of Jam Gadang…
Sabah is gearing up for Visit Malaysia Year 2026 and Explore Sabah 2026/2027 by promoting authentic, inclusive, and sustainable tourism experiences. Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Seri Christina Liew said the focus is on boosting community-based tourism (CBT) and adopting innovative strategies to benefit local communities. At the launch of the two-day (June 28-29)…
KOTA KINABALU: The Tourism, Culture and Environment Ministry received an allocation of RM6 million for the implementation of the Heart of Borneo (HoB) declaration initiative under the 12th Malaysia Plan (12th MP). Its Minister, Datuk Jafry Ariffin (pix) in a statement said, the allocation will be utilized in the effort to preserve the biodiversity through…
Sabah is making strides in promoting itself as a prime destination for international business and tourism. Kota Kinabalu City Hall Mayor, Dato’ Sri Dr Sabin Samitah, highlighted that the recent 2nd BigSabah Sale demonstrated strong interest from neighbouring countries, reinforcing efforts to position Kota Kinabalu as a hub for regional trade and cultural exchange. Held…
Sabah is set to assess the impact of its rural tourism efforts after ten years in the field. Sabah Tourism Board chairman Datuk Joniston Bangkuai has called for a comprehensive data report from district tourism associations and other key operators to gauge success. “It’s time for a more structured approach to evaluate our success,” he…
Sabah is making strides to boost its market presence in Japan through its participation in the Tourism Expo Tokyo 2024. Under the Tourism Malaysia Pavilion, the Sabah Tourism Board is promoting the state’s diverse offerings to the Japanese market, with a focus on student education tourism, diving, and birdwatching. These efforts are bolstered by the…
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…
Inanam constituency being within the Crocker Range Biosphere Reserve, holds promise for tourism development. Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Christina Liew pledged to showcase Inanam as a key tourism hub in Sabah. Speaking at the Inanam’s Chinese New Year celebration, she said Inanam boasts many tourism attractions that can be promoted. Inanam’s recent rapid…