Pitas district gears up for a 16-day Chinese New Year Festival, starting February 9, aiming to break six records, including non-stop traditional music and bamboo walking. Recognised in 2016 for the Longest Non-stop Chinese New Year Events, Pitas demonstrates resilience despite economic challenges. Sabah Tourism Board Chairman Joniston Bangkuai commends Pitas’ commitment, envisioning economic growth…
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Tourism Board (STB) has reported a significant increase in South Korean tourist arrivals in the first month of 2023. With 21,541 visitors recorded, this marks a significant increase compared to the 55,152 South Korean tourists who visited Sabah throughout the entire year of 2022. Sabah’s Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister and…
The Sabah Tourism Board (STB) has launched a dynamic digital arts initiative to enhance its marketing efforts. Unveiled at the MATTA Fair in Kuala Lumpur, STB introduced its inaugural collection of GIFs on Giphy, a popular creative platform, to promote Sabah’s tourism products and attractions. The initiative, jointly launched by Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry…
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Tourist Association (STA) says the government plan to allow interstate and overseas travel after receiving second two doses of vaccination is certainly a boost to the tourism industry. Its Chairman, Tonny Chew said STA was delighted to know that the intention of the government to allowed those being vaccinated for interstate…
SANDAKAN: Online sea turtle nest adoption programme will be introduced at the Turtle Islands Park starting next year when the online system currently under development is ready. Thus, this will allow anyone who is interested to participate in the adoption programme from anywhere without having to visit the island. Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk…
KOTA KINABALU: The Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) Sabah/Labuan Chapter is looking forward to welcome their guests both old and new to Sabah following the lifting on the travel ban amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Its acting chairman, Hafizan Wong (pix) said the Sabah hotel industry has suffered progressively from January until now due to the…
Police in Semporna have advised tourists to respect local laws, customs, and culture, following the arrest of a foreign tourist who was found posing naked on the balcony of a hotel room facing the road. The District Police Chief, Mohd Farhan Lee Abdullah, expressed appreciation for the public’s cooperation in maintaining harmony and safety in…
The Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) has collaborated with federal and state agencies to support Malaysia’s agriculture and fisheries ecosystem during ramadan. Strategic partners include the Department of Agriculture Malaysia (DoA), Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority (FAMA), Fisheries Development Authority of Malaysia (LKIM), Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (MARDI), Farmers’ Organisation Authority (LPP), and Sabah…
The Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) recently hosted the CULT Malaysia Day Parade, solidifying its status as a premier venue for major events. This versatile facility accommodated 500 cars in its spacious foyer and welcomed 1,000 attendees and vendors. The car parade was inaugurated by Assistant Tourism, Culture, and Environment Minister Datuk Joniston Bangkuai, with…
KOTA KINABALU: Tourism Malaysia and Traveloka has forged a smart partnership to promote Malaysia as a preferred holiday destination. The four-month campaign which ends on December 31, 2022, among others is to invite individuals to enjoy Malaysia’s multicultural attractions, scenic locations and diverse cuisine. The strategic alliance also emphasises and fulfils the National Tourism Policy’s…