Datuk Dr Ammar Abd Ghapar has been appointed as the new director general of the Malaysian Tourism Promotion Board (Tourism Malaysia), effective from 12 April 2023. He has replaced Datuk Zainuddin Abdul Wahab, who retired on 10 April 2023 after reaching the compulsory retirement age. Ammar has been serving in Tourism Malaysia for 35 years…
The allure of Sabah as a premier tourist destination has been underscored by a notable surge in visitor numbers and tourism revenue. In June 2023 alone, the region welcomed 1.2 million tourists, generating an estimated RM2.45 billion in tourism receipts—an impressive 69.1 per cent increase from the same period last year. Finance Minister Datuk Seri…
Arabian Travel Market (ATM) is gearing up to host its 30th edition from May 1-4, and the event promises to be monumental. The first edition of ATM in 1994 saw about 7,000 attendees and participants from 52 nations, but this year’s edition will feature over 2,000 exhibitors and an estimated 34,000 attendees from more than…
The Tourist police station located atMalaysia Tourism Centre (MaTiC), Jalan Ampang, KualaLumpur is now fully reopened starting on Oct 2, 2023. The operating hours of the station is on a daily basis, starting from 8am to 12am. The sation can also be contacted at 03-9235 4999 or 03-92354998. Tour and travel agencies, tour guides, tourist…
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah has over 20,000 houses on stilts, and this can be transform into tourism product by using the community-based tourism concept (CoBT). Sabah Assistant Tourism, Culture, and Environment Minister Datuk Joniston Bangkuai said CoBT implemented in the rural areas since 2014, has produced many successful operators. Thus, if this approach is adopted by…
Manis and Candyman, a rescued pair of North Bornean gibbons, have made history with the birth of a male baby in captivity—the first ever recorded. The newborn, named Nabalu, was born at 5:20 am on May 8, 2025, at the Borneo Gibbon Rehabilitation Project (Borneo GReP) site in Kampung Kiau Bersatu, Kota Belud. The birth…
KOTA KINABALU: A homestay on the hills of Kundasang was abuzz with activities recently when a group of writers met there for a writing seminar. The seminar organised by the KDM Writers Club Malaysia was attended by 50 members and their guests. Dubbed Regional Ethnic Writing Seminar, it was graced by speakers on the art…
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…
Assistant Minister to the Chief Minister Datuk Joniston Bangkuai has suggested that Kota Kinabalu City Hall (DBKK) revisit its sister city agreements with cities worldwide. Joniston said Kota Kinabalu could leverage its international partnerships to strengthen its profile as a vibrant tourism hub while promoting cultural exchange and urban economic activity. Citing China, Sabah’s main…
Sabah unveiled the Kinabalu UNESCO Global Geopark at the World Travel Market 2023 in London. It’s the third location globally to achieve the prestigious triple crown status, after China and Korea. The geopark covers 4,750 square kilometers across three districts-Ranau, Kota Belud and Kota Marudu preserving unique culture and heritage of rural communities. Key Highlights:…