Sabah Community Based Tourism Fair on Nov 17-19

KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Community Based Tourism Fair 2023 is returning for its fifth edition next month at Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. This event, organised by the Sabah Tourism Board and Federation of Rural Tourism Association Sabah (FeRTAS), aims to boost rural tourism and showcase diverse cultural experiences. Running from Nov 17-19, the fair will…

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Hilton KK introduces coffee rave party

Rooftop Bar & Grill at Hilton Kota Kinabalu is introducing a Coffee Rave Party, a unique combination of coffee culture and DJ music. This concept has gained popularity in Kuala Lumpur but is a new trend for the Kota Kinabalu scene. An introductory session was recently held to test the concept and received encouraging feedback…

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PAUHS raises concern over RM250,000 bank guarantee requirement for umrah agencies

The Sabah Umrah and Hajj Agencies Association (PAUHS) views seriously the implementation of a RM250,000 bank guarantee as a requirement for the renewal of umrah agency licences. “We respect the government’s intention to strengthen industry governance, enhance integrity, and ensure comprehensive protection for pilgrims. “We fully support firm action against any agency involved in fraud,…

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STB to collaborate with Economy Ministry to address rural poverty

The Sabah Tourism Board (STB) aims for a sustainable collaboration with the Economy Ministry to develop rural tourism, addressing poverty in local communities. STB Chairman Datuk Joniston Bangkuai and Deputy Economy Minister Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib visited the Tagal Eco-Tourism initiative in Kampung Poturidong, Kiulu witnessing the potential of community-based tourism. Hanifah acknowledged the tagal…

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Malaysia showcasing comprehensive products at ATM

Tourism Malaysia’s efforts to publicize its comprehensive promotional activities continue to the Middle Eastern region. Deputy Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Khairul Firdaus Akbar Khan led the Malaysian delegation to participate once again in the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) on May 1-4 at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). The four-day ATM offers Malaysia an excellent…

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