The Generation Z and Millennials prioritise dream vacations over luxury purchases, said Tourism Malaysia. Its Senior Director of Domestic and Events Division, Iskandar Mirza Mohd Yusof said research showed many prefer to book hotels that offer spa and wellness services. Based on American Express 2023 Global Travel Trends Report, the young travellers plan to spend…
Tourism Malaysia is promoting community-based and rural tourism destinations in Sabah and Labuan for Visit Malaysia Year 2025. Its Director of Package Development Division, Shahrin Mokhtar said the promotion also cover the products and packages, aims to create awareness among the target audience on sustainable tourism. “The sustainable tourism is a new focus on promoting…
MATTA Fair Sabah made its debut at the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), offering members an opportunity to expand their business and boost sales. According to Lawrence Chin, the chairman of MATTA Sabah Chapter, there were 90 booths featuring 50 exhibitors showcasing a variety of products, tour and travel packages. The majority of participating companies…
Tourism Malaysia Sabah, in collaboration with Sabah Tourism Board, is launching the ‘Bah! Mari Pigi Sabah & Labuan Roadshow 2023,’ a week-long promotional tour to Peninsular Malaysia from May 22 to 27. The roadshow will cover Selangor, Putrajaya, and Kuala Lumpur, targeting expatriates and students. Among the educational institutions to be visited are Management and…
Indian golfers have discovered the allure of Sabah, seeing it as more than just a golfing destination. A group of five golf enthusiasts arrived in the state and were immediately captivated by the breathtaking scenery and warm hospitality of Kota Kinabalu. Organized by Tourism Malaysia, their four-day familiarization tour aims to showcase the diverse attractions…
The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) Sabah Chapter is hosting the largest travel fair from May 19 to 21 at the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC). This highly anticipated event is expected to attract visitors of all kinds, with 90 booths featuring regional and international exhibitors. As Malaysia enters the endemic phase,…
Sabah tourism players are urging the government to establish direct flights with Gulf countries to attract more visitors to the state. The move comes after several travel agencies from Sabah participated in the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023, held at the Dubai World Trade Centre in the United Arab Emirates. Funholiday’s managing director, Connie Chong,…
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…
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…
Former Sabah deputy chief minister Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin is urging the state government to approve the construction of a Mazu statue (Goddess of Sea) in Kudat. He stated it would boost the state’s tourism and economy sector and provide economic benefits to the local community. The project was initially proposed 20 years ago…