A record 94 travel and tour operators from Sabah are taking part in the MATTA Fair 2025 at MITEC Kuala Lumpur, more than double the number from April’s edition. Assistant Minister of Tourism, Culture and Environment Datuk Joniston Bangkuai, who is also Chairman of Sabah Tourism Board (STB), said the strong turnout shows the strength…
The sights and sounds of North Borneo’s culture were showcased at Marina Square during the Sabah Fest Singapore Edition 2025. Visitors enjoyed a taste of Sabah’s diverse ethnic performances, food products and crafts. For Sabahans living in Singapore, the event was a chance to reconnect with their roots, while for Singaporeans it offered a rich…
Oceanman can boost Sabah’s reputation as a leading sports tourism destination in Malaysia, said Sabah Tourism Board (STB) Chief Executive Officer Julinus Jeffrey Jimit. “As the host venue from 2024 to 2026, we are excited about the potential this event holds for positioning Sabah as a prime destination for sports tourism. “And with the event…
The public can now drop off used glass and plastic bottles for recycling at the newly launched Community Initiative for Recycling, Circular Learning and Education (Ripple Centre) at the Luyang multipurpose hall. Ripple Chairperson Michelle De La Harpe said the volunteer-run centre will begin accepting glass and plastic bottles every Sunday from 9am to 12pm…
The business community is open to supporting initiatives that create opportunities and boost Sabah’s tourism growth. Kota Kinabalu Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KKCCI) President Datuk Michael Lui said the positive tourism momentum, especially post-pandemic, is encouraging for local businesses. “Many local players are benefiting, and we look forward to continued collaboration to attract…
Youth involvement in rural tourism development in Kiulu received recognition through awards presented during the Santai Pitimungan Belia Kiulu programme, held at the Pulou Kelapa Eco-Tourism Open Hall in Kampung Malanggang Lama. Juanson Moidin from Kampung Pahu was awarded as the Youth Tourism Entrepreneur, acknowledging his role in promoting local tourism initiatives. The event, which…
The Sabah Bird Watchers Association (SBWA) has formalised a strategic partnership with the World Pheasant Association (WPA) through a memorandum of understanding signed at the Global Bird Fair 2025 in Rutland, United Kingdom. The agreement paves the way for scientific collaboration, bird conservation programmes, and the hosting of international birding events in Sabah. The MoU…
The Sabah Malaysia International Travel Mart (MITM) Travel Fair 2025 will be held on August 22-24 at the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC). The three-day event is organised by the Malaysian Chinese Tourism Association (MCTA) Sabah Chapter. Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Seri Christina Liew, will officiate the event. MCTA Sabah Chairman Vincent Sia…
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…
The Sabah Tourism Board (STB) is tapping into Royal Brunei Airlines’ (RBA) expanding network to boost arrivals to the state. Last year, RBA carried 46,275 passengers to Kota Kinabalu, accounting for a modest 2.43 per cent of total arrivals. RBA’s growing flight network covering Asean, North Asia, the Middle East, Oceania, the UK and beyond …