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Deputy Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Khairul Firdaus Akbar Khan has underlined the importance of family-friendly attractions to the nation’s inbound tourism sector, suggesting this particular market should become a hub around which further development can subsequently be built. “This […]

Following a successful few months of operations, Tourism Malaysia have announced a new target for visitor numbers in 2023. After welcoming 10.07 million travellers since borders reopened, Malaysia has set its sights on 16.1 million foreign arrivals by the end […]

Tourism Malaysia has splashed out on an ambitious new promotional campaign, aimed at showcasing the country as a premier diving destination. The campaign features a promotional video, a contest and a range of bespoke diving packages for visitors to explore […]

From 29 March to 15 April, Malaysia’s Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) set off with Tourism Malaysia on a sales mission and roadshow to major cities in China. Stopping at Beijing, Chongqing, Guangxi, Guangzhou, Shanghai and Xiamen, the […]

A new report from Standard Chartered Global Research has revealed the speed and extent of post-pandemic recovery efforts in Southeast Asia. The results assign the most impressive and fast-paced tourism recovery to Malaysia, where the sector has bounced back to […]

Following several months of unparalleled success, Malaysia’s tourism sector has had to revise up its estimates for international arrivals in the remainder of the year. The country initially projected 2.5 million foreign travellers in 2023, but that was at a […]

From 7-9 March 2023, ITB Berlin was held at the Berlin ExpoCentre City in Germany, welcoming tourism representative from 125 countries from around the world. For Malaysia’s Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) and Tourism Malaysia, this was their […]

With 2023 already looking to be a bumper year for tourism in Malaysia, officials are looking ahead and planning for long-term growth. To that end, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim recently announced that 2025 will be the next official […]

From 17 to 19 March, Tourism Malaysia will host the Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) Fair. This three-day event is expected to draw hundreds of thousands of visitors and offers travel operators from around the world a […]

Malaysia’s new Tourism Minister, Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing has outlined his ministry’s targets for international arrivals in the coming year. Supported by the return of Chinese tourists and a range of new promotional activities, officials are already working hard […]

Tourism Malaysia has outlined plans for the future during a recent travel fair – Fitur 2023. The organization revealed it intends to reposition Malaysia as one of the world’s premier ecotourism destinations, with the green and beautiful attractions of Sabah […]

2022 proved to be a breakout year for Malaysia, demonstrated by the country’s growing reputation among travellers and a string of tourism awards on the international stage. True to form, Malaysia closed out the year with one of the biggest […]

With tourism well and truly back in business in Malaysia, the government is looking at ways to expand and improve. Now, with a New Year unfolding, the sector has a clean slate and an opportunity to redefine itself. According to […]

From nasi lemak to rendang and roti john, Malaysian cuisine is some of the best in Southeast Asia. Now, Sarawak Tourism Board (STB) is focusing on developing tourism campaigns based around the region’s unique culinary offerings, with various promotions, partnerships […]

As the country continues its post-pandemic rival, Malaysia continues to garner praise and plaudits from the international travelling community. The latest accolade comes from backpacker bible Lonely Planet, who have named Malaysia as one of the world’s 30 must-visit destinations […]

With its charming city streets, bustling markets and rich heritage, George Town in Penang has long been one of Malaysia’s hidden gems. Now, the UNESCO World Heritage Site has emerged as one of the country’s top attractions in the post-pandemic […]

From 12-19 November, Malaysia will play host to a major event in the sporting calendar: the World Amateur Golfers Championship (WAGC). The largest of its kind in the world, this prestigious event will draw athletes, fans and tourists from far […]

Malaysian tourism continues to spread its wings through a combination of partnerships and promotions on the global stage. Most recently, the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry (MOTAC) signed a Memorandum of Collaboration (MoC) with Qatar Airways, which is expected to […]

With borders open and international travel back up and running, Tourism Malaysia has been busy promoting the country’s attractions to a range of global markets. In the past month, officials and operators have been attending roadshows and promotional events, from […]

Malaysia’s minister of tourism, arts and culture, Nancy Shukri, has confirmed that her ministry have set a target of 9.2 million foreign arrivals by the end of the year. The new figure is an indication of how well Malaysian tourism […]

From 20-23 September, Malaysia will host the Travel Agent Federation of India (TAFI) convention in Kuching, Sarawak. Supported by Tourism Malaysia and the Sarawak Tourism Board, the event will feature a range of events and showcases that offer a path […]

Following the successful reopening of Malaysia’s borders to tourism, the government has revised its target for international arrivals up to 4.5 million by the end of this year. The influx of new travellers has outstripped expectations, and is estimated to […]

Tourism Malaysia have confirmed the long-awaited return of one of Southeast Asia’s biggest and best birdwatching events: the Borneo Bird Festival. After a two-year hiatus caused by the Covid pandemic, the festival is finally back. The main event will take […]

Tourism Malaysia has just completed a series of international roadshows, promoting Malaysia as a destination of choice to a pair of key markets. From South Korea to Bangladesh, the agency has been busy showcasing the many attractions on offer in […]

Panorama Destination has become an official partner of the Petronas Grand Prix ofMalaysia, also known as the Malaysian MotoGP. Hosted at the Sepang International Circuit(SIC), the event is expected to attract around 10,000 international tourists for a weekend offull-throttle racing […]

On 30 May 2022, Gamuda Land hosted an official groundbreaking ceremony for Malaysia’s first ever luge activity park. Located at Gamuda Gardens City in Petaling Jaya, the Skyline Luge Activity Park will open to the public in 2023 and is […]

Tourism Malaysia has expanded its reach into Middle Eastern source markets, with a pair of promotional campaigns in the region, led by key figures in the sector. Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Sri Nancy Shukri led a delegation with […]

Since Malaysia reopened its borders to international travel on 1 April, Tourism Malaysia has stepped up its efforts to promote the country’s attractions on the international stage. A key source market highlighted by the government is Central Asia, where a […]

Now that Malaysia has reopened to international arrivals, Tourism Malaysia has stepped up efforts to promote the country’s tourism offerings. Key to this promotional drive will be the revival of the ‘Malaysia, Truly Asia’ campaign.  Tourism Malaysia has confirmed they […]

Following an extended period of closure due to planned renovation works, Berjaya Tioman Resort is ready to reopen its doors and welcome back guests from 25 April 2022. The resort originally closed in 2020 to refurbish its rooms and refresh […]

Malaysia will reopen its borders and welcome back international arrivals from tomorrow (1/4) onwards. The long-awaited news brings an end to nearly 2 years of closure caused by Covid-19. As Malaysia continues its steady transition to the endemic phase, the […]

A leading tourism official in Malaysia has stated the government’s intention to focus primarily on small group tours when the country reopens its borders to international tourists – a development that’s expected to be announced this month. The news represents […]

ACCOR have just announced the grand opening of their first hotel in Langkawi, which is also the first Malaysian destination to reopen its borders to international tourism. With a great location, comfortable accommodation and wide range of facilities, the hotel […]

Malaysia’s borders are expected to reopen soon, following recent comments from Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob saying the Health Ministry intends to “slightly relax” the current protocols. He also admitted that the return of international tourists to Malaysia would provide […]

As borders continue to reopen, Tourism Malaysia is launching a number of campaigns aimed at enticing back international arrivals. With a combination of travel fairs, tech collaborations and promotional marketing, the government agency is determined to make 2022 a year […]

One of the most eagerly awaited attractions in Southeast Asia is now ready to open in Pahang, Malaysia. The Genting SkyWorlds theme park will officially open its doors to the public from 8 February onwards, with advance tickets going on […]

As international tourism comes back online following the disruption caused by Covid-19, the Malaysian island of Penang continues to distinguish itself as a destination of choice for returning travellers. Most recently, it appeared on CNN Travel’s list of 22 Best […]

Tourism Malaysia has been named ‘National Organization of the Year’ at the 12th annual Indonesia Travel and Tourism Awards (ITTA). This is the second year in a row that the agency, which operates under Malaysia’s Ministry of Tourism, Arts and […]

The natural and cultural heritage of Penang Island and its people have been officially recognised with designation of UNESCO Biosphere Reserve status for the Penang Hill region. Status was officially imparted by the International Coordinating Council of UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere Programme (MAB) on 16 September 2021.  Covering an area of 12,481 […]

On 15 November 2021, the Malaysian island of Langkawi officially reopened its borders to international tourists, marking the start of a nationwide tourism revival that’s expected to be completed by the end of the year.  Tourists returning to Langkawi can now enjoy their stay on the island without the need for quarantine, although some mandatory […]

Malaysia’s Tourism Minister has stated her intentions to fully reopen the country to international tourists before the end of 2021. The first destination to welcome back foreign tourists will be Langkawi, which is due to open its doors on 15 November.   “For the whole of […]

On 10 October, the government officially launched Travel Safe Alliance (TSA) Malaysia; a series of end-to-end safe travel solutions, designed to restore confidence and pave the way for returning international travellers.   The TSA programme will inspect all tourism-related businesses to ensure they meet the highest […]

Starting from 1 October, the state of Sarawak reopened its borders and officially welcomed back tourists, as Malaysia continues to lift Covid restrictions and look to the future. All tourist attractions, hotels and programmes are now fully reinstated, provided the appropriate SOP are in place. The state is currently looking to start travel bubble arrangements with […]

Malaysia’s tourism sector is making excellent progress on the road to recovery following Covid-19. This month, a wide range of attractions are set to reopen as part of Malaysia’s ongoing National Recovery Plan (NRP), which includes the return of interstate travel. The latest news […]

Starting from 16 September, Langkawi will reopen to tourists. The news was confirmed in a statement by Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob yesterday (2/9), making the popular holiday island the initial ‘pilot destination’ in Malaysia’s recovery. More locations nationwide are expected to lift their travel restrictions in the weeks ahead.   “Langkawi […]

As part of the National Economic Recovery plan, Malaysia’s government has decided to reopen the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) Programme; an initiative that encourages long-term stay and incentivises international arrivals. The move is a strong indication that Malaysia is opening its doors to […]

Malaysia’s Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) has announced plans to reopen the country’s tourism sector in three phases. Working alongside the National Security Council (NSC), MOTAC calls this fast-track initiative for the tourism sector the Covid-19 Free Destination Programme.   The first phase will open up so-called ‘pilot destinations’, as […]

A short film produced by Tourism Malaysia has won an award for Best Camerawork at the 21st WorldMediaFestivals in Germany. Created in collaboration with Sharp and Chilli Pepper Films, the film is called ‘Magic Eye.’   It features a montage of eye-catching motifs from Malaysia, spanning a variety of cultures, […]

Malaysia’s top tourism official, Nancy Shukri has given reason for optimism to many in the sector, with confirmation of plans for the country’s revival. The Minister for Tourism, Arts, and Culture (MoTAC) announced plans to open a series of ‘green bubbles’ to international travellers nationwide, in a bid to […]

With mass vaccination programmes making steady progress nationwide, Malaysian officials have announced they expect to have fully inoculated approximately 10% of the population (3.2 million people) by mid-July. With herd immunity expected to arrive by August, Malaysia is now setting its sights on a Covid-19 exit plan.  Khairy Jamaluddin, who […]

As Malaysia responds to the recent spike in Covid-19 infections by re-entering lockdown, leading tourism sector representatives have issued an S.O.S to the government, demanding a clear roadmap for recovery, interim financial support and the promise of hope beyond the horizon.  Nigel Wong […]

As tourism officials and industry players continue working on a roadmap for recovery following Covid-19, one of Malaysia’s best assets could be its natural attractions. Returning tourists are searching for wellness breaks with an emphasis on health and nature, which […]

As part of an ambitious new online marketing campaign, Tourism Malaysia have launched a range of new e-brochures. Officially launched on 20 April, the Interactive Digital Brochures offer travellers and agents a wide range of information to help them plan their itinerary and make the necessary preparations.   A total of five […]

Panorama Destination Malaysia has been awarded “Travel Safe” certification, following a series of audits and inspections by the Malaysian Association of Tours and Travel Agents (MATTA). Along with the resultant Hygiene & Safety label, the latest safety certification provides evidence of the […]

Malaysia’s Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry (MOTAC) is busy making preparations for a return to normal tourism operations. The ministry has prepared a range of standard operating procedures (SOP) to be implemented across all tourism activities when borders reopen. These measures focus primarily on Covid-19 screening tests as […]

To restore traveller confidence and ensure a safe return to normal operations, Malaysia Airlines has announced plans to introduce a Digital Travel Health Pass. The new pass will incorporate modules of the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) Travel Pass, helping travellers to track and control their journey while travelling internationally. The announcement represents a […]

Malaysia’s capital is revamping its retail tourism and recreation sector, with major new developments already underway at the Fahrenheit88 Shopping Mall in Kuala Lumpur. Designed to provide visitors with green-themed retail therapy in the post-pandemic tourism landscape, Hijau is an extensive retail project where people can work, relax and shop.  Hijau means […]

Indonesia has approved plans for a Reciprocal Green Lane/Travel Corridor Arrangement (RGL/TCA) travel bubble with Malaysia. The plan forms part of a wider approach to tourism revivals in the ASEAN region, with member states fast-tracking solutions to rejuvenate essential business travel […]

In January, Tourism Malaysia participated in the AVIAREPS Southeast Asia Virtual Roadshow; a virtual tourism exhibition held exclusively online over two days. The event was the first of its kind to be presented in a fully 3D interactive online space, allowing both sellers and buyers to interact in […]

Famous British chef Gordon Ramsay is set to make his restaurant debut in Malaysia later this year, with the grand opening of the Gordon Ramsay Bar & Grill at the Sunway Resort in Klang Valley, Petaling Jaya. The multi-Michelin-starred chef and famous TV star will begin service this June, making his restaurant the first-ever […]

Malaysia’s government has confirmed it will begin a nationwide programme of Covid-19 vaccinations in February, with around 80 per cent of the country set to receive inoculations in the first phase. The vaccine, produced by Pfizer, will be administered to […]

Kicking off a bid to triple its nationwide portfolio by 2025, the IHG brand is set to open its first property in East Malaysia this month. The group is also setting out to restore confidence among travellers with its IHG Clean Promise programme. As the Covid-19 situation continues to improve, IHG group is taking […]

With nature tourism top of the agenda for post-pandemic travel, the Tourism Ministry of Malaysia is looking into setting up tours and travel to key locations of volcanic interest around the town of Tawau. Located near Sabah, to the eastern edge […]

The Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa in Kuala Lumpur is set to benefit from a major renovation, as part of a US$60 million investment by Malaysia’s Sunway Group. The ambitious development project is expected to create a new benchmark for business and leisure experiences in the nation’s capital, turning the integrated […]

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has announced it will debut the Indigo brand in Kuala Lumpur, with a new eco-friendly property slated to open in 2023. Part of a landmark deal with Techvance Properties Management, IHG’s latest project will offer travellers a blend of comfort, class and sustainable accommodation with a connection to nature.  “All of […]

Malaysia will celebrate its vibrant tribal heritage with a new museum, scheduled to open in Sarawak next year. The project, which reportedly cost US$78.2 million (RM323 million), was originally slated to open in December this year, but this was postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic.  Covering […]

Marriott has announced the opening of Courtyard by Marriott Penang – the first of its kind in Malaysia. Located on Jalan Macalister in Penang’s UNESCO-listed George Town, Courtyard by Marriott Penang is geared towards both business and leisure travellers.   “We are thrilled to continue to grow our presence […]

In a bid to boost occupancy and offer a new business model for post-pandemic travel bookings, Malaysia’s budget hotel sector is turning to digitalisation. A range of new technology has been launched and promoted across the sector recently, while the Malaysia Budget Hotel Association (MyBHA) is […]

As the aviation sector continues its slow and steady revival after being grounded due to Covid-19, Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) have confirmed their Firefly airline will add 10 narrow-body jets to its fleet. The new aircraft will service a growing number of flights for the recovering domestic, Southeast Asia […]

Following a recent rise in cases of Covid-19, Malaysian officials have decided to reinstate the conditional movement control order (CMCO) as a precaution against further spread of the virus in four major areas. Under the temporary new controls, Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, Selangor and […]

Tourism Malaysia has outlined a plan to open cross-border leisure travel to international arrivals, potentially as early as the first three months of next year. Under the new plan, Malaysia would allow – and actively encourage – visits from foreign arrivals via neighbouring countries such as Singapore, Brunei, […]

Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Nancy Shukri has identified MICE tourism as the key to reopening Malaysia to foreign arrivals, and is raising the shutters on various business events and infrastructure that had been closed or postponed due to Covid-19. Her team […]

Malaysia’s Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) continues to refine its solutions for a reopening of the country to international tourism. The latest proposal, which complements the existing ‘green zones’ plan, would focus on speciality tourism activities such as golf, diving, snorkelling and […]

One&Only Resorts have officially opened their first luxury resort in Asia: the One&Only Desaru Coast. Located in a secluded corner of south-east Malaysia, the property enjoys scenic isolation, while also benefitting from convenient transport links to nearby Senai International Airport in Johor. Described as a spectacular, ultra-luxurious tropical resort, it is ideally suited to weekend getaways and extended nature-inspired retreats.  […]

Deputy Foreign Minister Datuk Kamaruddin Jaffar has outlined a plan to broaden the scope of Malaysia’s Covid-19 solutions and post-pandemic strategy. According to the minister, speaking at a recent virtual conference, the governments of Malaysia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) intend to collaborate more closely, finding solutions to the current […]

Two Shangri-La resorts have become the first hotels in Penang to be awarded a SafeGuard Hygiene Excellence and Safety Label by Bureau Veritas. The SafeGuard label is one of Malaysia’s most stringent checks on hotel safety, offering internationally accredited guidance and support for the restart of operations, informed by the new norms of post-pandemic tourism.  Two of Penang’s leading […]

Malaysia will extend its existing travel restrictions until the end of the year, according to a statement by the country’s Prime Minister, made on national television on 30th August. The measures, known as RMCO (Recovery Movement Control Order) were first established […]

Malaysia Airlines is offering complimentary flights for kids, as part of a new promotion for travel in Malaysia between now and the end of January next year. The special holiday offer comes just as families begin to look beyond lockdown to […]

This month, Malaysia has expanded its medical tourism provision, with the addition of several new charter flights from AirAsia. The move, initially designed to provide essential medical services to patients from neighbouring Indonesia, bodes well for the wider tourism revival underway […]

Malaysian officials have set their sights on social media and are preparing to invest in emerging online technology partnerships, as Malaysia looks to revive its tourism industry following nationwide Covid-19 shutdowns. The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (Motac) is set to roll out major promotional campaigns across multiple […]

Malaysia has proposed a novel approach to the problem of reopening tourism: a travel bubble strategy that links together certified ‘green zones’ (areas confirmed to be free from Covid-19) rather than linking up with countries wholesale.  Speaking at the Meet in […]

Kimpton Hotels & Resorts have unveiled plans for an ambitious new property in Malaysia’s capital, slated to open to the public in 2023. The new build is the product of a deal inked between Kimpton, Intercontinental Hotels Group (IHG) and Australia-based LQ Retail.  The Kimpton Kuala Lumpur, as it […]

In a bid to support Malaysia’s MICE tourism sector, the Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB) has officially launched the ‘Meet in Malaysia Campaign’. The campaign was officially launched on 24th July 2020, at the Everly Hotel in Putrajaya, at an event attended by around 250 leading lights from the corporate events industry.   The event was […]

With Malaysia Airlines set to resume services to Japan this month, the carrier has announced additional new flights between Kuala Lumpur and Tokyo, set for take-off in July and August. Starting from 25th July, the four-times-weekly flights will form part of a joint business partnership between Malaysia Airlines and Japan Airlines.  “We […]

TAUZIA have officially opened the Liu Men Hotel in Melaka, Malaysia. With its grand opening, the property becomes the first outside of Indonesia to operate under TAUZIA’s Preference brand. With a combination of historical location, classic décor and restoration projects, the hotel provides guests with colonial chic and a cocktail […]

In a bid to provide Malaysia’s hotel industry with a benchmark for hygiene and safety standards, the Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) has launched the Clean & Safe Malaysia certification programme; the first industry-wide initiative to offer assessment and certification to hotels and resorts nationwide. The campaign is supported by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and […]

Kuala Lumpur’s iconic Central Market has closed temporarily, as the site begins three months of renovation and upgrades to its facilities and the building structure. This scheduled closure period began on 1st June and is slated to continue until 31st August.  During this time, Central Market Annexe will remain open for business as usual. The main building’s management have […]

Following successful completion of a detailed audit and assessment process, Panorama Destination Malaysia has achieved Travelife Partner status, becoming the fourth Panorama Destination branch to achieve this accolade. The certification demonstrates the office’s commitment to sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility in Malaysia.   “This is a momentous day for Panorama Destination Malaysia,” says Mr. Noor Mohammad Ismail, who […]

Tourism operators in Malaysia are sharing initiatives to keep their businesses afloat during the on-going CMCO, while also strategizing for a return to normal operations after restrictions have been lifted. Various industry representatives are combining online promotion, package revision and a focus on domestic […]

Following a prolonged downturn in the number of confirmed cases, Malaysia is ready to enter the next phase of its recovery from COVID-19. According to the country’s Prime Minister, Malaysia will begin the ‘recovery phase’ of nationwide lockdown starting tomorrow […]

In a positive step forward for the nation’s tourism sector, the carrier Malindo Air has resumed domestic flight operations out of Kuala Lumpur and Subang. The airline had previously been grounded, like many others, due to the nationwide COVID-19 travel restrictions. With these […]

The Government of Penang has proposed a route towards the gradual reopening of tourism attractions and facilities following the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions. Known as the “travel bubble,” the strategy follows a model that has been successful in Australia and […]

Malaysia will extend its existing coronavirus restrictions to 9th June, according to a live address by the country’s Prime Minister, aired to the nation yesterday (10/5). The nationwide safety measures, known as the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) allow certain […]

Yesterday, Malaysian Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin confirmed the government will lift some of the restrictions imposed to contain the COVID-19 pandemic. Announced on International Labour Day, the new relaxed controls – dubbed a ‘Conditional Movement Control Order’ – will begin […]

Malaysia’s government has decided to extend the nationwide Movement Control Order (MCO) by a further 2 weeks. Designed to curb the spread of COVID-19, these emergency measures will now remain in place at least until 12th May, 2020. Under the […]

Confirmed cases: 5,424Number of deaths: 89*Patients recovered: 3,349** Travel restrictions:Malaysia is currently under a Movement Control Order (MCO), which restricts all foreign arrivals and places residents under various controls, designed to contain the spread of COVID-19. According to the regulations […]

Tourism Malaysia has laid out plans to bring the nation’s tourism sector out from the shadow of COVID-19. According to a recent statement, the country will kick-start its international promotion efforts from September this year. The strategy for tourism in […]

AirAsia have announced they will begin lifting regional flight restrictions at the end of this month, offering flights connecting Malaysia to its neighbours, pending approval from the authorities. According to a recent statement, the low-cost carrier will commence operations from 29th […]

In a bid to contain the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), Malaysia will extend its current restrictions until the end of April. The news was confirmed today by Malaysia’s Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin, in a speech broadcast live on national television […]

In light of the on-going COVID-19 pandemic, Malaysia’s Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry have decided to cancel the Visit Malaysia Year 2020 campaign (commonly known as VM2020). “This is effective immediately,” confirmed Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri, in a public […]

In response to the global Covid-19 pandemic, the government of Malaysia has confirmed it will close its borders to foreign tourists and impose a range of domestic lockdown measures, effective tomorrow (18th March 2020). The emergency measures, known as the […]

Asserting that ‘prevention is better than cure,’ Malaysia’s Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MoTAC) has announced a number of measures to curb and contain the spread of novel coronavirus, including the temporary closure of several key tourism offices. In […]

As part of the Visit Malaysia 2020 (VM2020) campaign, Tourism Malaysia is casting its net wider than ever before in search of potential new arrivals. One destination that’s been identified as a potential growth sector is the Middle East, where […]

On 5th February, Kuala Lumpur opened the Saloma Link; a new pedestrian bridge that connects Kampung Baru and Jalan Ampang in the city’s KLCC area. These two locations are separated by the Klang river and the six-lane Ampang-Kuala Lumpur Elevated Highway […]

Travelodge Hotels Asia (TLA) has announced the opening of Travelodge Ipoh, taking the number of properties in their Malaysia portfolio to a total of four. TLA’s latest opening followed a rebrand and refurbishment of the former Heritage Hotel Ipoh, and […]

The Malaysian island of Penang is looking ahead to an influx of tourists, following a significant upgrade project at the Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal (SPCT) in George Town. When finished, the new port will be able to handle 12,000 passengers […]

Malaysia has been a prominent feature at this year’s Outbound Travel Mart (OTM), hosted in Mumbai from 3-5 February 2020. With the Indian subcontinent projected to contribute upwards of 1 million visitors to Malaysia’s growing tourism sector, the event was […]

Yesterday (27/1), Emirates confirmed they will expand their Malaysian flight network, making the island of Penang their second destination nationwide. Travellers will be able to access the island – known as ‘The Pearl of the Orient’ via the carrier’s global […]

As part of the fledgling Visit Malaysia 2020 campaign, Malaysia Airlines has announced a new partnership with London’s Heathrow Airport, which will offer a special, limited offer to members of the Heathrow Rewards programme. As part of the new promotion, […]

AirAsia is set to launch a series of new flights connecting Penang with Chengdu, the capital city of Sichuan Province in China. Chengdu will become the thirteenth destination connected to Penang by AirAsia when the flights commence operations in March. […]

The Eastern and Oriental (E&O) Hotel has announced the re-opening of its Heritage Wing, following an extensive refurbishment project that first began in March 2019. Widely regarded as one of the finest hotels in Penang, the reopening marks the beginning […]

The traditional Malaysian martial art known as silat has been officially recognised as an object of Intangible Cultural Heritage by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO). Silat’s new international status was officially confirmed in Bogota, Colombia in […]

On January 1st, Malaysia officially launched the Visit Malaysia 2020 (VM2020) campaign, during a range of celebratory events held in locations across the country. Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad led the festivities at one such party in Dataran Merdeka, […]

Malaysia Airlines is focusing on growing their UK team and appointing key staff to important positions, in preparation for the Visit Malaysia 2020 campaign in Europe, set to roll out in January. In the last few months, the national flag […]

In a unique partnership with local fishermen, Four Seasons Resort Langkawi is introducing its guests to traditional fishing practices in Malaysia, helping to preserve the island’s aquaculture heritage. The new experience, available only to guests at the hotel, includes a […]

In a digital initiative endorsed by Tourism Malaysia, the Visit Malaysia 2020 campaign has launched a brand-new website to promote the attractions and destinations visitors to Malaysia can expect to enjoy in the New Year. The campaign sets out to […]

Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas has officially entered the Malaysian luxury hospitality sector with the debut of its first hotel – the Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas. Officially opened on 1st December 2019, the new property offers a range […]

According to the latest figures released by Malaysia’s government, the country’s tourism sector has continued to exhibit positive growth from January to September 2019. During this period, Malaysia surpassed a landmark 20 million international tourist arrivals; an increase of 3.7% […]