KOTA KINABALU: Now everyone can get the information of the diverse ethnicity and culture of Sabah at their fingertips following the launch of the Sabah e-culture application yesterday. Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Jafry Ariffin said the application is in with the concept of 5A (accessible by anyone at anytime, anywhere and by any…
Batik Air is set to launch a direct flight from Tashkent to Kuala Lumpur on December 8, attracting many Uzbeks looking to escape the winter season. Sabah is seen as the perfect destination for Uzbeks to enjoy the tropical climate. To entice Uzbeks to visit Sabah, a group of Uzbekistan travel agents, led by the…
A vibrant transformation is taking place on Gaya Island, where water villages are turning into tourism attractions through a community-driven effort. Assistant Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Joniston Bangkuai praised the Meraki Daat Initiative, a non-governmental organisation, for actively engaging Gaya Island residents in reimagining their homes as potential community-based tourism destinations. This follows…
Sabah’s emphasis on conserving and preserving heritage sites and cultural elements is vital for maintaining its identity, according to Tourism, Culture, and Environment Minister Datuk Christina Liew. The State Heritage Enactment 2017 mandates this focus. Liew, speaking at the launch of the 2023 Museum Festival at the Sabah Museum Department, stressed the festival’s importance in…
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) are all geared for the much anticipated “A Taste of ASIAN” Ramadan Dinner Buffet from March 31 March to April 21. “Our team have been working hard to ensure this year’s ramadan dinner buffet will be another wholesome experience for the whole family and friends as well as…
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah wants to promote its diverse multi-ethnic religious society and harmonious co-existence as a tourism product. Assistant Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Joniston Bangkuai said the places of worship in Sabah which is located in close proximity is a unique feature for tourists to see. He cited the State Mosque, Sacred Heart…
Blazing sunset, the allure of Kota Kinabalu’s views, and airplanes descending upon Kota Kinabalu International Airport can all be enjoyed at Awan Restobar. Located on the 11th floor of Sutera Avenue, this restaurant’s main offerings are steamboat and buffet-style food, as well as delectable à la carte options. There is also a pub for those…
KOTA KINABALU: The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (Sabah Chapter) welcomes the initiative of the Sabah Government to open the state borders for international arrival in September this year to resume tourism activities. “This is a positive step forward by our state government as we welcome tourists from those nations or states who…
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…
Sabah is gearing up for 10 MICE events this year, including the International Wholistic Wellness Conference and Expo (IWWCE 2024) and the 42nd Conference of the Asean Federation of Engineering Organisations (Cafeo 42). Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Christina Liew highlighted the significance of business tourism in driving economic growth, emphasizing the role of…