KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Association of Tour and Travel Agents (SATTA) expressed disappointment on the economic stimulus package unveiled by the prime minister on Friday which only focusing on B40 and lower income groups. The stimulus package only focused on a short terms remedy for temporarily relief to these work force, its chairman, Dato’s Seri…
Sabah Tourism Board (STB) will be drawing up plans to support tourism initiatives led by the private sector. Assistant Minister to the Chief Minister and STB chairman Datuk Joniston Bangkuai said that while STB provides strategic guidance, resources and support, it is industry players who drive tourism activities and sales. “The focus is to create…
SEPANG, 25 June 2020 – AirAsia guests can now secure their credit with the airline easier and faster, with their credits now redeemed on the same day the request is made. The latest move is in line with the company’s value to be guest-obsessed and aims to reduce the stress and uncertainty of current times,…
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…
In the sphere of biodiversity conservation, the states of Sabah and Sarawak have much to be proud of. It is not only home to a thriving ecosystem and abundant flora and fauna, but also home to the Bornean orang-utan, the largest tree-climbing mammal in the world. Known as one of the three species of orang-utans,…
KOTA KINABALU: The culinary of the various Chinese ethnicity in Sabah were showcased during the Chinese New Year celebration. Some 700 types of Chinese menus were dished out during the “Feast of Fortune” buffet brunch for 900 guests at Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) here during the third day of Chinese New Year celebration on…
KOTA KINABALU: The recovery phase for the Sabah tourism sector is expected to take longer than other states due to its heavy reliance on air transport. However, Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Jafry Ariffin is optimistic that all the strategies outlined would effectively restore the industry in the new norm. “We have planned and…
CHENNAI: Tourism Malaysia kicks off its first roadshow in India this year, alongside with the Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) across five cities from Jan 30 to Feb 7. The roadshow starts in the city of Chennai, followed by Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mumbai and Ahmedabad. The mission is led Tourism Malaysia Senior Deputy…
Sabah’s Community Development and People’s Wellbeing Minister, Datuk James Ratib, emphasized the state government’s commitment to enhancing healthcare delivery. During the launch of Sabah’s first hyperthermia machine, he said efforts are carried out to ensure quality healthcare for all. Training sessions on breast cancer screening were conducted by Cyberjaya Central College Kota Kinabalu…
Sabah showcased its outdoor and camping attractions at the Matta Fair 2024 in Kuala Lumpur, held at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) from 22-24 March. Assistant Tourism, Culture, and Environment Minister cum Chairman of Sabah Tourism Board (STB) Datuk Joniston Bangkuai stated that Sabah’s offerings align with the global trend of “healing…