Kenyir Bird & Nature Quest 2025 @ Tasik Kenyir, Terengganu ( 25 ~ 27 April 2025 )

 

HEBAHAN AWAL

Kenyir Bird & Nature Quest 2025 (KBNQ2025)

Lokasi: Tasik Kenyir, Hulu Terengganu

Tarikh: 25 sehingga 27 April 2025

Yuran Penyertaan:

 • RM 69.00 (Pelajar)

 • RM 99.00 (Awam)

 • Terhad kepada 70 penyertaan sahaja!

Maklumat Pembayaran:

 • Nama Akaun: Ping Anchorage Travel & Tours Sdn. Bhd.

 • Nombor Akaun: 3063155209

 • Nama Bank: Public Bank Berhad

 • Hantar resit pembayaran melalui WhatsApp ke:

    019-2215341 (Sila sertakan nama anda semasa

    menghantar bukti pembayaran).

Nota Penting:

 • Penyertaan awal amat digalakkan. Penyertaan

    selepas tarikh tutup tidak akan diterima.

 • Polisi Pembatalan: Semua pembayaran yang dibuat

    adalah tidak boleh dikembalikan.

Pautan Pendaftaran:

https://forms.gle/3f3BbWniKpRXY6zL8

PROGRAM TENTATIF

Hari 1 (25 April 2025 – Jumaat)

 • 7.30 – 10.00 pagi: Aktiviti Bird Count di Hentian Cengal, Hornbill Valley, Tasik Kenyir

 • 3.00 petang: Pendaftaran peserta di TIC Pengkalan Gawi Kenyir

https://maps.app.goo.gl/bn1sJPu2xPnyyzN87...

 • 3.30 petang: Ketibaan VIP

 • 3.40 petang: Majlis Perasmian oleh VIP

 • 4.00 petang: Sesi Ceramah: Burung, Pemuliharaan, dan Ekopelancongan

 • 5.00 petang: Minum petang

 • 6.00 – 7.30 petang: Aktiviti Melihat Burung dan Bird Count

https://maps.app.goo.gl/CvUwmuLQeozZZqEW6...

Hari 2 (26 April 2025 – Sabtu)

 • 7.30 – 10.00 pagi: Aktiviti Melihat Burung di Hentian Cengal, Hornbill Valley, Tasik Kenyir

https://maps.app.goo.gl/CvUwmuLQeozZZqEW6...

 • 10.30 pagi: Aktiviti Jejak Hutan Hujan

 • 12.00 tengah hari: Makan tengah hari

Hari 3 (27 April 2025 – Ahad)

 • 7.30 – 10.30 pagi: Aktiviti Melihat Burung di Hentian Cengal, Hornbill Valley, Tasik Kenyir

-Beautiful Terengganu Malaysia.

Johor Calendar Of Events 2025

 

-Tourism Johor.

Aplikasi Experience Jerai Hill Dilancar, Beri Kemudahan Kepada Pengunjung Gunung Jerai

 

Alor Setar / 23 Mac 2025 - Menteri Besar Kedah, YAB Dato' Seri Haji Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor hari ini melancarkan aplikasi Experience Jerai Hill, bagi memberi lebih banyak kemudahan kepada orang ramai yang berkunjung ke Gunung Jerai.

Menurut Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Kedah (PKNK), Dato' Wira Isahak Murat, aplikasi itu dibangunkan pihaknya setelah mendapati sambutan terhadap destinasi pelancongan popular itu kian menggalakkan. 

Selain itu katanya, inisiatif itu merupakan sebahagian daripada usaha PKNK untuk menjadikan Gunung Jerai sebagai destinasi pelancongan utama di utara tanah air.

"Secara ringkasnya, orang ramai boleh  menggunakan aplikasi ini untuk melakukan sebarang urusan berkaitan pelancongan di Gunung Jerai seperti tempahan bilik di The Jerai Hill Resort, selain urusan meletak kereta di kaki gunung.

"Selain itu, mereka juga boleh membuat tempahan untuk pelbagai aktiviti yang disediakan di The Jerai Hill Resort termasuk 'sky bike', selain membuat tempahan makanan mengikut selera masing-masing," katanya selepas mengiringi Menteri Besar melancarkan aplikasi tersebut dalam satu majlis diadakan di Ukir Mall, dekat sini.

Dato' Wira Isahak Murat menambah, usaha membangunkan aplikasi itu merupakan sebahagian daripada usaha PKNK untuk memberi perkhidmatan terbaik kepada para pelancong bersempena Tahun Melawat Kedah 2025.

"Sebenarnya kami memiliki banyak lagi perancangan untuk menjadikan Gunung Jerai sebagai destinasi pelancongan utama di utara Malaysia. Antaranya, kami memiliki perancangan untuk  menambah jumlah bilik di Jerai Hill Resort berikutan permintaan yang sangat menggalakkan.

"Malah pada tahun depan, para pengunjung dijangka boleh merasai pengalaman 'glamping' di Gunung Jerai. Dalam masa sama, kami turut menaik taraf kemudahan-kemudahan di situ termasuk pertambahan tandas, turapan jalan lebih baik serta penelitian terhadap aspek kebersihan agar para pengunjung memperolehi kenangan indah setiap kali berkunjung ke Gunung Jerai," katanya.

Experience Jerai Hill dijangka dapat dimuat turun oleh pengguna android dan iOS tidak lama lagi dengan usaha sedang dijalankan PKNK untuk mengembangkan lagi aplikasi tersebut kepada produk-produk pelancongan lain di sekitar Gunung Jerai, agar lebih banyak manfaat dapat diperolehi pengguna serta pengusaha pelancongan setempat.

-Kedah Tourism.

Malaysia Super Sale Campaign 2025: A Festive Shopping Extravaganza

 

KUALA LUMPUR, 21 March 2025 – Tourism Malaysia, in collaboration with Mastercard and over 100 key players in the tourism industry—including 40 shopping malls, 13 retailers, 66 hotels, and airlines—proudly presents the one-month-long Malaysia Super Sale Campaign 2025. 

Running from 1 March 2025 to 1 April 2025, Super Sale 2025 offers unparalleled shopping and tourism experience, featuring a diverse range of exclusive offers on goods, accommodation, transportation, and food and beverage options, with more than 200 exciting activities and promotions awaiting tourists visiting shopping malls across Malaysia. 

This nationwide campaign is supported by key industry associations, including the Malaysia Shopping Malls Association (PPK Malaysia), the Malaysia Retailers Association (MRA), the Malaysia Retail Chain Association (MRCA), the Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH), and the Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG). 

The Super Sale 2025 features a wide array of offerings, including; 

· Great Discounts: Enjoy up to 80% off on selected products at participating malls and retailers. 

· Spend & Win: Stand a chance to win amazing prizes, including a Proton e.MAS 7 and a Blueshark R1 EV Scooter, with every purchase at selected shopping malls. 

· Daily Giveaways: Shoppers can win exclusive prizes worth up to RM1,000; 

· Special Raya Promotions: Exclusive deals on beauty products, clothing, accessories, home appliances, and electronics. 

· Live Performances and Fun Activities: Enjoy DJ showcases, stage performances, and interactive experiences for children. 

To further enhance the shopping experience, two exclusive Midnight Sale events will be held at: 

· Aeon Mall Bandaraya Melaka (22-23 March 2025)

· Toppen Shopping Centre, Johor Bahru (28-29 March 2025)

Additionally, Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) is offering up to 30% off on flights from selected international destinations to Malaysia, including Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, and France. Meanwhile, AirAsia Move offers exclusive travel deals, featuring the lowest fares, special hotel discounts, and savings on e-hailing rides. 

Beyond shopping, 106 participating hotels will offer Ramadan buffets and Sahur staycation packages tailored for couples and families, ensuring a memorable festive experience. Some hotels will also host live entertainment, including DJ performances, live bands, Nasyid showcases, and lucky draws. 

For a full list of offers and activities, visit the Tourism Malaysia website at www.malaysia.travel/explore/national-sales-campaig...

-Tourism Malaysia.

Kuala Terengganu destinasi paling murah di Malaysia musim cuti April-Mei

 

KUALA LUMPUR: Kuala Terengganu muncul sebagai destinasi paling berpatutan di Malaysia untuk tempoh perjalanan akan datang, dengan kadar bilik purata RM213 satu malam, demikian menurut platform pelancongan digital Agoda. 

Pertama kali tersenarai dalam kedudukan ini, bandar tepi pantai ini berjaya memintas Kuching, yang sebelum ini memegang gelaran itu bagi tempoh April-Mei 2024 dan musim cuti hujung tahun. 

Pengarah Negara Agoda untuk Malaysia dan Brunei, Fabian Teja, berkata April dan Mei merupakan musim puncak bagi pelancongan di Asia, dengan cuti umum seperti Hari Raya Aidilfitri di Malaysia, Minggu Emas di Jepun, dan Songkran di Thailand meningkatkan permintaan. 

Namun, katanya pelancong tidak perlu bimbang kerana Agoda menawarkan pelbagai pilihan penginapan, penerbangan, dan aktiviti dengan nilai yang hebat.

"Senarai destinasi berpatutan ini membuktikan bahawa percutian mesra bajet masih boleh dinikmati, walaupun pada musim yang paling sibuk," katanya dalam satu kenyataan. 

Phong Nha di Vietnam muncul sebagai juara dengan purata harga bilik serendah RM124 satu malam, menjadikannya pilihan utama bagi mereka yang inginkan pengembaraan dan keindahan semula jadi. 

Selain Phong Nha, Tirupati di India dan Hat Yai di Thailand turut tersenarai di tiga kedudukan teratas, dengan purata harga bilik masing-masing RM150 dan RM177 satu malam. 

Destinasi terbabit menawarkan gabungan unik pengalaman budaya, kulinari, dan pemandangan yang memukau, sesuai untuk percutian yang tidak dapat dilupakan. 

Selain Kuala Terengganu, destinasi lain di Asia yang turut tersenarai adalah Padang (Indonesia), Bacolod (Filipina), Gimpo (Korea Selatan), Narita (Jepun) dan Pingtung (Taiwan).

-berita harian online.

Malaysia Midnight Sale @ Bintang Megamall Miri ( 22 & 23 March 2025 )

 

The Wait is Over! Malaysia Midnight Sale Starts THIS WEEKEND!

Date: 22nd & 23rd March 2025

Venue: Bintang Megamall, Miri, Sarawak

Non-Stop Activities!

> Coloring Contest

> Live Buskers

> Exclusive Deals

Balloon Drop with Exciting Prizes on the 22nd, from 10 PM to Midnight!

Live Performances by Ezra & Zubir!

Don’t Miss the Official Launch on 22nd March at 9.30 PM!

Tag your shopping buddies & see you there!

-Jalakz Sdn Bhd.

Malaysia’s travel trade unites for Selangor Super Savers 2025 campaign

 

Tourism Selangor’s Chua Yee Ling (fourth from left) joins Malaysian Association of Hotel Owners’ Shaharuddin M Saaid (third from left) and Malaysian Association of Hotels Selangor Chapter’s Jasmine Abdullah Heng (third from right) in the launch of Selangor Super Savers 2025

The travel trade has come together in a united, strategic move to bolster Selangor’s tourism sector in line with its Visit Selangor Year 2025 campaign.

The Malaysian Association of Hotels Selangor Chapter (MAHSEL) and the Malaysian Association of Hotel Owners (MAHO) launched the Selangor Super Savers 2025 (SSS2025) campaign last month, with strong support and participation from the Malaysian Association of Theme Parks & Family Attractions and the Malaysia Shopping Malls Association.

This initiative aligns with Tourism Selangor’s Visit Selangor Year (VSY) 2025 campaign under the theme, Surprising Selangor, which aims to attract eight million international and domestic visitors to Selangor and generate RM11.7 billion (US$2.6 billion) in tourism receipts.

Jasmine Abdullah Heng, chairman of the Malaysian Association of Hotels Selangor Chapter, said: “SSS2025 aims to position Selangor as a must-visit destination by fostering collaboration among key industry players, including hotel operators, theme parks, attractions, and shopping malls.

“The campaign offers exclusive promotions and benefits to visitors, enhancing their overall travel experience in the state.”

The campaign was officially launched by Chua Yee Ling, chief executive officer of Tourism Selangor, who also unveiled the campaign’s dedicated digital portal, selangorsupersavers.com. The platform enables travellers to access a range of stay packages, including a minimum of 10 per cent off Best Available Rates, F&B credits, and late check-outs until 15.00.

Additionally, the campaign extends up to 10 per cent discounts on meeting and wedding packages across more than 20 participating hotels in Selangor. Guests staying in any of the participating hotels can also enjoy perks and discounts at participating theme parks and shopping malls in Selangor.

All offers, packages, and discounts are valid for six months from March 1, unless otherwise stated and subject to partners’ terms and conditions.

Shaharuddin M Saaid, executive director of MAHO, shared that the listing on the website is not yet complete, as more participating hotels and malls in Selangor have registered their interest to join the campaign.

He added that both MAHSEL and MAHO are working on Phase 2 of SSS2025, which will see further support from industry players, including airlines. The campaign will run until the end of 2025.

Industry players are encouraged to participate in Phase 2 of the initiative, which is expected to attract additional stakeholders, including airlines, and extend benefits until the end of 2025. This campaign serves as a lead-up to Visit Malaysia Year 2026, which aims to welcome 26.1 million tourist arrivals and generate RM97.6 billion in domestic spending.

-TTG Asia.

Perlis Sentral to begin operations on March 24

 

KANGAR: The Perlis Integrated Public Transport Terminal, or Perlis Sentral, located in Seriab, is set to commence operations on March 24.

 

However, the Kangar Municipal Council (MP Kangar) has announced that the relocation of express bus companies currently based at the Bukit Lagi Bus Terminal would be carried out in stages.

 

Council president Affendi Rajini Kanth said the relocation process is expected to continue into next month.

 

"Insya-Allah, we will begin operations on March 24.

"Previously, we mentioned it could be by the end of this month or early April, but now we are confident that initial movements will take place on that date. 

 

"For the initial phase, priority will be given to intercity express bus services, followed by e-hailing services and others, which will be introduced in stages," he told reporters after a walkabout at a Ramadan bazaar site in Kuala Perlis yesterday. Also present was State Tourism Committee chairman and Kuala Perlis assemblyman Abu Bakar Hamzah.

 

Affendi said all express bus companies operating at Bukit Lagi are expected to fully relocate to Perlis Sentral within a month of its opening.

 

"The new terminal is in the final stages of preparation, with both the express bus operators and the appointed operator working hard to complete the testing of various facilities.

 

"The operator has assured us that operations will begin on March 24, and we have issued relocation directives to all express bus companies starting today," he said.

 

As for local bus services under Bas.My Kangar, Affendi said they will continue operating from the current terminal for now.

 

"The Bas.My Kangar service will remain at the old terminal pending a review of its schedule and operations, which we will coordinate with the Land Public Transport Agency (Apad) and the Road Transport Department (RTD)," he added.

 

Perlis Sentral is an integrated transport hub designed to serve as the state's main land transport gateway to various destinations within and outside of Perlis.

 

Facilities at the terminal include three departure and three arrival platforms, six temporary bus parking bays, 25 public taxi parking bays, a surau, public toilets, a diaper-changing room, commercial spaces such as kiosks and stalls, and ticket counters.

-nst online.

MALAYSIA SUPERSALES - Tourism Malaysia X Jakel Silk House

 

MALAYSIA SUPERSALES - Tourism Malaysia X Jakel Silk House

Tarikh: 15 - 30 Mac 2025

Masa: 10:15am- 9:30pm

Lokasi: Alamesra Plaza Utama Lot No 48 52, Blok H Kuala Menggatal, Alamesra, 88400 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

Dengan pembelian minimum sebanyak RM500 layak untuk menyertai cabutan bertuah.

Hadiah Cabutan Bertuah

> Tiket Penerbangan + Penginapan

> Dinner Cruise

> Baucer Hotel

> Baucer Jakel

Sesuai yang nak beli baju Raya nanti!

Tunggu apa lagi, menangi cabutan bertuah dengan berbelanja RM 500 SEKARANG!!

INGAT KAIN INGAT JAKEL

-Tourism Malaysia Sabah.

MATTA FAIR APRIL 2025 Introduces Kedah As Malaysia’s Favourite Destination

 

KUALA LUMPUR, 12 MARCH 2025 – The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) is pleased to announce that Kedah has been named “Malaysia’s Favourite Destination” at the upcoming MATTA Fair, taking place on 18-20 April 2025, at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur! 

From the emerald-green paddy fields of Kampung Sungai Pau to the breathtaking peaks of Gunung Jerai and the deep blue waters of Langkawi, the 56th edition of the MATTA Fair will showcase Kedah’s many stunning natural beauties as a tourism destination, as part of MATTA’s commitment in boosting domestic tourism. Kedah has a wealth of natural beauty, rich heritage, and hidden gems waiting to be explored by everyone. 

With an expected footfall of over 210,000 visitors, MATTA Fair April 2025 provides a great platform and opportunity for Kedah to highlight its distinctive products and attract both domestic and international travellers. Whether visitors are planning a nostalgic ‘balik kampung’ trip or explore Kedah during the holidays, they can look forward to amazing travel deals at this MATTA Fair April 2025. 

“MATTA Fair continues to grow as the Malaysia’s Largest International Travel Fair, providing great opportunities for the industry and our MATTA members. It is crucial that we highlight destinations like Kedah, which hold immense tourism potential. Recognising Kedah as our Favourite Destination reflects MATTA’s commitment to supporting our Kedah members and other stakeholders of the tourism industry and ensuring that both industry players and visitors benefit from meaningful connection and experiences at MATTA Fair April 2025,” said Nigel Wong, President of MATTA. 

“This recognition is a great honour for the state of Kedah, as we dive into the “Visit Kedah 2025” campaign. We have successfully scheduled 170 events throughout the year, including 45 major events across the state, through its theme “Experience Kedah”.

Our efforts are already showing positive results, with Kedah recording a steady increase in tourist arrivals. Langkawi alone welcomed 300,000 visitors in January 2025, compared to 250,000 in the same period last year. Hotel bookings have also improved significantly, with occupancy rates at MAH-registered hotels in Langkawi rising from 58.1% in January 2024 to 68.3% in January this year,” said Dato’ Haji Mohd Salleh Saidin, Chairman of Kedah State Tourism Culture and Entrepreneurship. 

Additionally, MATTA is excited to announce its new Outbound Business to Business (B2B) event, MATTA Connect. This event provides a good opportunity for sellers from many different countries to connect with local buyers / travel agents to explore new international destinations and to establish new business partnerships. MATTA Connect will take place on 17 April 2025 at MITEC, the day before the MATTA Fair. 

To ensure a smooth visitor experience, MATTA Fair offers free admission and is open from 10 am to 9 pm from Friday to Sunday. Visitors are encouraged to take advantage of the complimentary shuttle services from KL Sentral and Sunway Putra Mall to MITEC. For those driving, parking facilities are available at the South Entrance Basement in MITEC, MITI Basement, and MATRADE Open parking.

-MATTA.

Terengganu Batik entrepreneurs step up after National Craft Expo postponement

 

visual: Persatuan Pengusaha-pengusaha Batik Terengganu

KUALA LUMPUR: The Terengganu Batik Entrepreneurs Association has stepped up to organise a 10-day bazaar following the postponement of the National Craft Day Expo 2025. 

Its president, Shafei Ghazali, said the initiative was taken as many members had already invested time and resources in preparing crafts for the expo. 

In January, Kraftangan Malaysia, an agency under the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry, announced the postponement of the expo, originally scheduled for Feb 14 to 28, citing unforeseen circumstances. A new date has yet to be announced. 

In a statement today, Shafei said the association's event, Bazar Kraf Aidilfitri 2025, will be held from March 18 to 27 at Kompleks Kraf Jalan Conlay in Kuala Lumpur.

"We thank Kraftangan Malaysia for offering us the venue at a good rate, and we are happy that many entrepreneurs from other states are joining us," he said. 

The bazaar will feature 80 booths offering batik, songket, silver jewellery, rattan products, and accessories such as handbags, songkok, tarbus, bags, and cookies for Hari Raya.

The largest group of exhibitors is from Terengganu, with others from Kelantan, Selangor, Pahang, Perlis, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, Sabah, and Sarawak. 

Various activities, including lucky draws, are planned throughout the 10-day event. 

Association of Traditional Textiles Lovers and Enthusiasts founder and vice-president, Fatimah Ismail, said the event would provide a much-needed platform for artisans to showcase their products and generate sales ahead of Hari Raya. 

The Bazar Kraf Aidilfitri will be open from 10am to 7pm (Monday to Thursday) and 10am to 9pm (Friday to Sunday).

-nst online.

Tourism Malaysia Lancar Pakej Pelancongan Wellness Merangkumi Pengalaman Holistik Dan Destinasi Indah

 

KUALA LUMPUR, 14 MAC 2025 - Tourism Malaysia hari ini melancarkan 36 pakej pelancongan wellness yang menggabungkan elemen kesihatan, budaya, dan alam semula jadi. Inisiatif ini adalah sebagai mempelbagaikan pakej-pakej pelancongan yang boleh ditawarkan kepada pelancong-pelancong terutamanya bagi mereka yang ingin merehatkan diri dan mempunyai minat dalam mencuba pelbagai rawatan diri yang ditawarkan.

Pakej-pakej ini dilancarkan dengan kerjasama 12 pemain industri yang terdiri daripada agensi pelancongan, hotel dan pusat kesihatan merangkumi pelbagai program kesejahteraan holistik, seperti rawatan spa dan terapi tradisional.

Penawaran bermula dari RM248 merangkumi pelbagai pengalaman kesejahteraan seperti terapi urutan tradisional Melayu untuk melegakan ketegangan otot, aktiviti pernafasan taici untuk meningkatkan ketenangan mental dan fizikal, forest bathing sambil menikmati suasana alam sekitar, mandian air panas yang menyegarkan dan pelbagai lagi. Tempoh sah pakej-pakej ini adalah sehingga 31 Disember 2026 tertakluk kepada terma dan syarat.

Selain daripada menawarkan pakej-pakej wellness, cadangan program juga melibatkan lawatan ke tempat-tempat menarik yang terdapat berdekatan dengan pakej-pakej wellness yang ditawarkan seperti lawatan ke perkampungan budaya, lawatan ke tempat-tempat tarikan semulajadi, seperti kolam air panas dan sebagainya. Pakej ini juga menawarkan lawatan ke tempat-tempat yang telah dikenalpasti bagi membuat aktiviti ‘riadah’, rekreasi yang boleh dilawati oleh para pengunjung.

Terdapat 365 spa berdaftar di bawah Kementerian Pelancongan, Seni dan Budaya yang menyediakan pelbagai rawatan seperti urutan batu panas, rawatan lulur tradisional, aromaterapi, rawatan ibu bersalin, terapi hidro (hydrotherapy), mandian herba serta terapi Ayurveda serta urutan Malaysia yang memberi tumpuan kepada pelbagai teknik penyembuhan tradisional daripada pelbagai budaya yang ada di Malaysia.

Antara rawatan yang popular termasuk rendaman kaki herba Malaysia, teknik pernafasan Qi Gong oleh masyarakat Cina, urutan kepala oleh masyarakat India, dan rawatan refleksologi yang bukan sahaja mengurangkan ketegangan fizikal, malah turut mengimbangi kesihatan badan, minda dan rohani.

Maklumat lanjut berkenaan pakej-pakej yang ditawarkan boleh diperoleh dengan mengimbas kod QR yang disediakan ataupun menerusi laman web Tourism Malaysia di www.malaysia.travel.

Pautan Pakej : 2025-2026-Wellness-Tourism-Packages.pdf

-Tourism Malaysia.

Selangor Unveils Five Exclusive Tourism Packages For The European Market

 

BERLIN, 11 MARCH 2025: The State of Selangor, Malaysia, proudly launched five exclusive tourism packages tailored for the European market during the ITB Berlin 2025. The unveiling, held at the Selangor Pavilion under the Tourism Malaysia umbrella, marks a significant milestone in promoting Selangor as a top-tier global destination. This initiative is made possible through a strategic collaboration with Dusky Leaf Adventures, a renowned tour operator specialising in authentic and immersive travel experiences. 

The launch coincides with Selangor’s official campaign for Visit Selangor Year 2025, titled “Surprising Selangor”, aimed at attracting more international visitors by showcasing the state’s diverse attractions, from breathtaking natural wonders to rich cultural heritage and vibrant urban landscapes. The initiative reinforces Selangor’s commitment to enhancing its global presence and fostering meaningful connections with European travel industry players. 

The newly launched “Selangor – Surprisingly Unique Experiences” tourism packages offer European travelers an unparalleled opportunity to engage with Selangor’s traditions, adventure tourism and eco-tourism gems; which are Authentically Unique Banting, Malaysian Cooking Class in Cheras Selangor, Enchanting Kuala Selangor, Scenic Sabak Bernam and Kampung Life of Hulu Langat. 

Chua Yee Ling, the Chief Executive Officer of Tourism Selangor in a statement said, Selangor has welcomed 139,131 European tourists as of September 2024. With the launch of these specialised packages, the target is to increase European arrivals by 20% in 2025. Our collaboration with Dusky Leaf Adventures reflects our dedication to providing high-quality, immersive experiences tailored to the European market. We believe these five tourism packages will showcase Selangor’s unique offerings and strengthen our appeal to European travellers. 

Selangor’s delegation at ITB Berlin 2025 includes key tourism stakeholders, travel agencies and hospitality partners that actively engage with over 300 potential buyers and travel agencies. Through strategic meetings, business-to-business (B2B) sessions and networking events, Selangor aims to solidify its position as a must-visit destination.

-Tourism Selangor.

Visit Malaysia 2026 Promotion Campaign Mall Roadshow

 

Tourism Malaysia marked a significant milestone by hosting its first-ever consumer event in Guangzhou, China, since the pandemic, with the launch of the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) Promotion Campaign from 7th until 9th March 2025 at TeeMall, Guangzhou. This initiative is part of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture’s ambitious goal to attract visitors from China in 2026, one of Malaysia’s key markets driving tourism growth.

Mr. Samuel Lee, Tourism Malaysia’s Deputy Director General (Promotion II); Ms. Suraya Ahmad Pauzi, the Consulate General Malaysia in Guangzhou; and Dato’ Dr. Angie Ng, the President of MICA, YB Loh Sze Yee, EXCO of Perak and Mr Radzlan Shah, Director of TM Guangzhou launched the three-day event on 8th March 2025 at TeeMall, Guangzhou. The collaboration with the Malaysia Inbound Chinese Association (MICA) aims to connect directly with Chinese consumers.

TeeMall’s high foot traffic provides an ideal platform for Tourism Malaysia to engage with the local market and strengthen Malaysia's visibility as a top travel choice. The promotion features a diverse range of Malaysian tourism products, such as labu sayong and batik painting, highlighting the country’s vibrant culture and stunning attractions while offering exclusive tourism packages for Chinese visitors.

The key objectives of this event are to maintain the momentum leading up to VM2026, position Malaysia as a top, safe, and attractive travel destination for the Chinese market, and reinforce strong relationships with industry players in Guangzhou and beyond.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Seloka Rasa Ramadan Seri Malaysia @ Hotel Seri Malaysia ( 2 ~ 29 Mac 2025 )

 

SELOKA RASA RAMADAN SERI MALAYSIA

Tarikh: 2 - 29 Mac 2025

Menu: Asam Pedas Daging Kawah, Kambing Bakar, Gulai Daging Batang Pisang, Ayam Bakar Percik dan banyak lagi.

Daripada RM 55 seorang

Pertanyaan & Tempahan: 1300-88-8088

-Rangkaian Hotel Seri Malaysia. 

Nakawan Glamping gamit pelancong

 

TANPA perlu ada pusat membeli-belah terbesar atau taman tema air terkemuka, Perlis menawarkan percutian berasaskan alam semula atau eko pelancongan menerusi keindahan hutan dan alam semula jadinya yang merangkumi Banjaran Nakawan. 

Malah, sempena Tahun Melawat Perlis 2024-2025, Kompleks Ekopelancongan Sungai Batu Pahat, di sini turut menjadi antara destinasi bagi penggemar aktiviti berkhemah atau 'glamour camping' (glamping) yang kini menjadi aktiviti rekreasi pilihan dalam kalangan masyarakat. 

Berlatarkan Hutan Simpan Bukit Bintan serta terletak 12 kilometer dari bandar Kangar, Nakawan Glamping menjadi produk pelancongan baharu yang diketengahkan Jabatan Perhutanan Negeri Perlis dalam memperkenalkan konsep pelancongan dengan gabungan kemudahan moden dan suasana semula jadi di dalam hutan. 

Baru-baru ini penulis berpeluang menyertai menghadiri Majlis 'Kick Off' Nakawan Glamping, Jabatan Perhutanan Negeri Perlis di Nakawan Glamping, Kompleks Ekopelancongan Sungai Batu Pahat, mendapati kawasan khemah glamping yang disediakan sangat selesa terutama kepada mereka yang ingin menikmati keheningan malam.

Nakawan Glamping adalah satu kemudahan perkhemahan bersama keluarga yang menitikberatkan keselesaan sambil menikmati keindahan alam semula jadi. Di situ terdapat lima buah khemah glamping yang berupa khemah kubah rumah gelembung atau 'dome tent'. 

Kawasan dengan keluasan 0.12 hektar itu dilengkapi dengan kemudahan empat tandas lelaki dan perempuan, ia dirasmikan pada 24 Mei tahun lalu oleh Raja Muda Perlis, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail sempena Sambutan Hari Hutan Antarabangsa 2024.

Dua kadar sewaan 

Terdapat dua kadar sewaan berbeza dikenakan kepada pengunjung yang ingin menginap di Nakawan Glamping iaitu tarif VIP berharga RM170 semalam yang menyediakan khemah dilengkapi pelantar balkoni. Bagi kadar biasa tanpa balkoni, harga sewaannya RM150 semalam.

Pengarah Perhutanan Negeri Perlis, Ag Shaffie Ag Ahmadni berkata, aktiviti glamping semakin mendapat perhatian pelbagai pihak terutama pelancong dari dalam dan luar yang mahu merasai pengalaman menikmati keindahan flora dan fauna di sekitar Banjaran Nakawan. 

"Nakawan Glamping adalah produk pelancongan pertama di negara ini yang dikendalikan oleh Jabatan Perhutanan Negeri kerana Kompleks Ekopelancongan Sungai Batu Pahat ini terletak di bawah kendalian dan pemantauan kita. 

"Pelancong atau pengunjung yang menginap di sini turut akan dibawa oleh anggota kita yang terdiri daripada renjer hutan untuk melihat habitat kunang-kunang atau kelip-kelip pada waktu malam yang terdapat di sekitar kawasan glamping ini. 

"Kami turut menyediakan makan dan minum untuk mereka yang menginap di sini berdasarkan harga pakej yang dipilih," katanya. 

Tambah Ag Shaffie, peranan Jabatan Perhutanan Negeri Perlis tidak hanya menjadi penjaga dan pelindung hutan tetapi juga mempromosikan kesedaran terhadap pentingnya pemeliharaan dan pengurusan sumber semula jadi yang mampan. 

"Selain Kompleks Ekopelancongan Sungai Batu Pahat, Jabatan Perhutanan Perlis juga mengurus Kompleks Ekopelancongan Gua Kelam dan Kompleks Ekopelancongan Taman Negeri Perlis yang turut menjadi nadi kepada pelancongan eko di negeri ini. 

"Kutipan hasil melalui produk ekopelancongan tahun lalu di negeri ini adalah sebanyak RM1,295,188 dengan jumlah kemasukan pengunjung seramai 651,240 orang bagi pelancong tempatan dan 1,542 orang pengunjung antarabangsa. 

Kehijauan alam 

Beliau berkata, apabila pelancong atau pengembara tiba di Kompleks Ekopelancongan Sungai Batu Pahat, pihaknya menyediakan tiga pilihan penginapan untuk mereka menikmati suasana semula jadi hutan simpanan iaitu chalet di Bukit Ayer Resort, glamping di Nakawan Glamping dan perkhemahan biasa di Nakawan Base Camp.

"Objektifnya adalah kita hendak menyediakan pengalaman berbeza kepada mereka di samping menikmati kehijauan alam sekitar di sekeliling kawasan ini dan dalam masa sama, soal keselamatan juga sangat dititikberatkan kerana kawasan ini juga turut mempunyai sistem kawalannya sendiri setiap masa. 

"Inisiatif ini juga memberi impak positif kepada sektor ekopelancongan di negeri ini dan menjadi medan bagi mempromosikan kawasan pelancongan,"katanya. 

Selain Nakawan Glamping, Kompleks Ekopelancongan Sungai Batu Pahat turut menyediakan pelbagai lokasi untuk melakukan aktiviti lasak dan riadah bersama keluarga seperti Taman Rimba Herba Perlis, Kompleks Basikal Lasak, Nak-Kawan Paintball dan Memanah, Kolam Renang Bukit Ayer, Taman Eko Rimba Bukit Ayer, dan Pusat Rawatan Alternatif & Spa.

-Berita Harian online.

Pelita Raya programme to feature participants from Singapore and Thailand

 

KUALA TERENGGANU: The governments of Singapore and Thailand have confirmed their participation in Terengganu's Pelita Raya programme, set to take place this month. 

The state's Tourism Department director Ahmad Ridzwan Abd Rahman said Thailand would be sending participants from the Narathiwat and Pattani provinces to compete in the Pelita Raya competition, which will be held over four days during Ramadan. 

He said that Singapore had also agreed to take part, with further discussions to be held with the embassy next week. 

"Apart from Singapore and Thailand, three Malaysian states, namely, Kedah, Perlis and Kelantan have also confirmed their participation in the Pelita Raya programme, which is expected to be held at the covered stadium within the Gong Badak Sports Complex.

"The state government will continue the tradition of lighting Pelita Raya using kerosene and wicks while also incorporating electronic lanterns to promote environmental sustainability," he told the media yesterday (March 7). 

Earlier, Ahmad Ridzwan attended the Golden Snake Dinner 2025, organised by the Terengganu Chambers of Commerce Association (GDPT).

He said the annual Pelita Raya programme had been included in the tourism calendar for Visit Malaysia Year 2026. 

In addition to the Pelita Raya programme, he said the 'candat sotong' (squid jigging) festival and beach carnival had also been included in the TMM2026 tourism calendar. 

"We have also proposed to the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry to include 31 state tourism events in the official tourism calendar for VMY2026," he said. 

On the topic of tourist arrivals in Terengganu, Ahmad Ridzwan revealed that the total number of visitors, both domestic and international, had exceeded eight million. 

However, he noted that of the total, only 40,000 were foreign tourists, mainly from China, Italy and France. 

"These foreign tourists primarily visited resort islands such as Redang and Perhentian. 

"We will intensify activities on these islands to attract more international tourists to the state. 

"After discussions, GDPT also agreed to assist the government in promoting Terengganu to several foreign countries to increase international tourist arrivals this year," he said.

-nst online.

Strong tourism growth anticipated in Langkawi

 

Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa remains optimistic about its business expansion despite rising competition in Langkawi.

KUALA LUMPUR: The 2025 outlook for Langkawi's hospitality industry looks highly promising, with strong indicators of robust tourism sector growth. 

The island is poised for major development under the Greater Kedah 2050 roadmap, emphasising eco-tourism, luxury resorts, and economic expansion. 

Langkawi is targeting 3.5 million tourist arrivals in 2025 — a goal deemed "safely achievable" by industry observers — aligning with Visit Kedah Year 2025 and preparations for Visit Malaysia Year 2026. 

The island attracted 2.9 million visitors last year, generating RM7.03 billion in tourism receipts, up from 2.81 million visitors and RM6.43 billion in 2023.

Amid this growing demand, Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa, part of the Tradewinds Hotels & Resorts portfolio, remains optimistic about its business expansion despite rising competition in Langkawi. 

General manager Neoh Kean Boon reported steady growth in tourist arrivals compared to 2019 figures.

"We're seeing growth from both well-established markets that have visited Langkawi for decades and new markets just beginning to explore the island's charm," Neoh told NST Property via email. 

In response to rising demand, the five-star resort has launched an extensive renovation of its meeting and banquet facilities, with completion expected this quarter. 

"The resort will unveil a new grand ballroom annex and fully upgraded pre-function and meeting rooms, allowing us to host events for up to 3,000 guests across our various spaces," Neoh said. 

Langkawi Development Authority chief executive officer Datuk Haslina Abdul Hamid said last month that the increase in visitor spending underscores the island's growing reputation as a premium travel destination. 

She highlighted two key milestones achieved in 2024: the highest-ever international tourism receipts at RM5.1 billion and a record-breaking 1.7 million international arrivals. These figures surpassed the previous records set in 2018, when the island recorded RM4.638 billion in international receipts and 1.54 million international arrivals. 

State Tourism, Culture, Arts and Entrepreneurship Committee chairman Datuk Mohd Salleh Saidin reported a significant rise in hotel occupancy rates in December 2024, with data from the Malaysian Association of Hotels showing an average occupancy of 78 per cent. 

Ferry operators also noted a surge in tourist arrivals during the school holiday season, with over 100,000 visitors travelling to Langkawi by ferry since December 20. 

Langkawi International Airport general manager Che Sulaiman Che Pa had confirmed the increase in air travel arrivals since December 1, with the airport handling 3,900 to 4,900 passengers daily across 27 to 31 flights — a jump from the previous 2,800 to 4,000 passengers and 21 to 29 flights.

-nst online.