On Sept 13, 2023, the Sabah Government declared the Kinabalu Birdwing as the state butterfly. This move aims to boost tourism and biodiversity conservation, said Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Christina Liew. Named Kalibambang Emas in the local language, it’s a rare and stunning butterfly, scientifically known as Triodes andromache. Sadly, habitat destruction threatens…
KOTA KINABALU: Sutera Harbour Resort has recently rolled out its sajian istimewa set menu featuring traditional and authentic Malay dishes. Available from 24 April 2020, you can choose from two set menu takeaway. With the Movement Control Order in effect until 12 May 2020, there is no need to stress because we can all enjoy…
A total of 37 students from Politeknik Tawau have successfully completed the Kampung Ecoventure Programme Series II, held at Kampung Telisai and Pulau Buta Ecotourism in Tungku. The three-day programme was organised for the students to engage with the local community in various activities, creating a positive impact on community development, said its Deputy Director,…
Tanjung Aru Eco Development (TAED) hosted a one-day marine conservation programme at Prince Philip Park, Tanjung Aru recently. Themed ‘Recycle, Revive, Oceans Alive! was collaboration efforts of TAED with Tame Centre, Seoul National University, and University Malaysia Sabah. This initiative aimed to raise public awareness about marine ecosystems. TAED General Manager Datuk Jake Jikulin Nointin…
KOTA KINABALU: Many tourist guides were left frustrated for failing to get both the federal and state governments one-off financial assistance announced in recent months. Those who missed out because their guiding licences has expired and unable to renew due to financial constraints after losing their jobs since the global COVID-19 pandemic. Sabah Native Registered…
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Tourism, Culture and Environment Ministry welcomes the federal government’s efforts in reviving the tourism industry through the implementation of the National Tourism Policy (DPN) 2020-2030. Its Minister, Datuk Jafry Ariffin (pix) assured his ministry will implement the policy according to the suitability in the state in order to boost Sabah’s tourism…
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah’s rural areas hold great promise as a birding hotspot, opening up new educational and economic possibilities for the local community. Assistant Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Environment Datuk Joniston Bangkuai said birdwatching is an excellent activity to integrate into the community-based tourism initiative that will attract new visitors to the countryside. He…
KOTA KINABALU: The Kinabatangan-Corridor of Life Tourism Operator Association (KiTA) welcomed the recent announcement by the government for allowing cross-district and state travel involving green zones amid the COVID-19 pandemic with some cautions. Its president, Alexander Yee (pix) commended the police and enforcement personnel needs to be aware of the zoning and standard operating procedures…
The Hard Rock Cafe Kota Kinabalu has ceased business effective 30 April 2020, after five years in operations due to the economy trying times now. The one and only world famous chain restaurant in Sabah was launched on 1 April 2015 at the Oceanus Shopping Mall in downtown Kota Kinabalu. The closure was largely due…
Travel agencies have been told to prepare for a rise in travel prices following the global fuel price hike caused by the ongoing Middle East conflict. Airworld Travel and Tour chairman Winston Liaw Kit Siong said China Southern Airlines has issued a notice on the implementation of a fuel surcharge starting on April 6. “Based…