Tabin experiencing rare migration of elephants
Tabin wildlife reserve in Lahad Datu is currently experiencing a unique event as over 300 Borneo pygmy elephants have gathered near the Tabin Wildlife Resort. This phenomenon occurs once every 10 years. The reserve spans 300,000 acres, making it Malaysia’s largest wildlife reserve. “The reason for the elephants’ visit remains uncertain, but it could be…
Blackout concerns at KKIA
The recent blackout at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA), the second busiest airport in Malaysia, has raised safety concerns for aircraft and passengers. Dato’ Seri Winston Liaw, Chairman of Sabah Association of Tour and Travel Agents, emphasized the need for Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) to install a standby generator for immediate power restoration during…
BRL showcased international cuisines
One might not be aware that international cuisines are prepared for guests to enjoy inside the world’s oldest rainforest destination, the Borneo Rainforest Lodge (BRL), in the midst of Danum Valley. The delightful menus were showcased during the 23rd Sabah Hospitality Fiesta 2023 at the Sabah International Convention Centre. The BRL kitchen team, overseen by…
The documentary of Saudin to be launched on Oct 28
KOTA KINABALU: The premiere of Saudin the Orangutan documentary and The First Murut Journey to New York-1936 exhibition at Azman Hashim Gallery, UMS will be launched by Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor. It will take place on October 28, 2022 at 2.30pm. The First Murut Journey to New York-1936 exhibition will be held for…
British travel YouTuber, followers explore the nature and wildlife of Sabah
Intrepid Travel has joined forces with a British travel YouTuber to offer his followers a chance to explore Sabah’s wildlife and nature. After being delayed by the pandemic, content creator Karl Watson and his 15 followers from various countries including United States, United Kingdom, Czech Republic, Malta and Australia embarked on an 11-day tour in…
RTSA report to assess Sabah’s tourism performance
The findings from Sabah’s Regional Tourism Satellite Account (RTSA) play a crucial role in assessing the state’s tourism performance. “The RTSA will be used by stakeholders to draft policies aimed at boosting tourism activities in Sabah,” said Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Christina Liew during the launch of the Sabah RTSA publication at a…
Two China’s tour agencies keen to bring in 450k visitors to Malaysia
Malaysia is set to welcome 450,000 visitors from China, as two tour agencies have signed agreements with the Tourism, Arts, and Culture Ministry. The deal was struck during its Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing’s recent visit to China with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, where he stayed on until April 11 to promote…
Kaamatan festivities greet arrivals at KKIA
KOTA KINABALU: 30 May 2026 Tourism Malaysia welcomed domestic and international visitors through a vibrant Kaamatan celebration held in conjunction with the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA). The ceremony was attended by Tourism Malaysia director-general Mohd Amirul Rizal Abdul Rahim; Tourism Malaysia Human Resources Division director Muhamad Nasir Pahmi;…
Sabah tourism visits Hungary
The Sabah Tourism Board (STB) delegation has embarked on a tourism promotion mission to Hungary. Led by Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Christina Liew (right), the entourage was welcomed on arrival at the Liszt Ferenc Airport by His Excellency Francisco Munis, Ambassador of Malaysia to Hungary, Slovenia and North Macedonia on Saturday. Present were…