Sabah is bringing its community-based tourism (CoBT) promotion to Peninsular Malaysia. For the first time, Sabah CoBT operators met with travel agents from Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, and Selangor in a business-to-business (B2B) session. at the Sabah Community Based Tourism Fair (SCBTF) 2024, which take place from 16 to 20 October at IOI Mall Putrajaya. Assistant…
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…
KOTA KINABALU: There is a hidden community-based tourism destination awaiting to be explored in the east coast of Sabah. In the offing is the riverine resort providing a relaxing atmosphere at Pulau Buta Eco Tourism perched in between oil palm plantations and mangrove forest. This relatively offbeat destination particularly to foreign and domestic travellers alike…
A two-week wildlife expedition has begun in Tabin Wildlife Reserve to strengthen protection of the critically endangered Bornean banteng and improve understanding of wildlife in the area. Led by the Sabah Wildlife Department (SWD) in collaboration with WWF-Malaysia, and supported by the Sabah Forestry Department, HUTAN, UK Appeal, Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre (BSBCC),…
The 222-room hotel serves as a launchpad inspiring savvy travelers to explore the rich, natural and cultural heritage of the city and North Borneo KOTA KINABALU/Nov 21: Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the opening of Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu, which marks the debut of Hyatt’s rapidly growing lifestyle brand in Malaysia and Southeast Asia. The…
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Association of Tour and Travel Agents (SATTA) has proposed a visit to Zhangjiajie in Hunan province after the Covid-19 outbreak is contained in China. Its chairman, Dato’ Seri Winston Liaw said on March 11, 2020 the visit was to reciprocate China strong support towards the Sabah’s tourism sector. “This is to…
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…
Tourism, Culture, and Environment Minister Datuk Christina Liew has advised the general public to be health-conscious and refrain from open burning activities as they may contribute to the prevailing haze in some parts of the state. She urged people to exercise caution to prevent the current incidence of bushfires from escalating. “I was informed that…
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Tea is offering a total cash prize of RM4,800 for their Sabah Tea Jingle Contest in video or live in person performance starting from November 15 at 12.01am to December 31 at 11.59pm. Sabah Tea Resort Sdn Bhd, general manager Martin Kong said the contest offers participants an opportunity to showcase their…
Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Christina Liew, advised all tourists to wear life jackets when participating in water-based activities such as swimming, snorkeling and diving. “Wearing a life jacket at sea is necessary to avoid any misadventures. Taking safety measures is for your own good. Refrain from taking risks, even if you are adept…