Sambutan Ketibaan Sulung (Maiden Call) Kapal Persiaran Navigator Of The Seas Di Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal (SPCT) Pulau Pinang

 

PULAU PINANG, 30 OKTOBER  2026 - Tourism Malaysia dengan kerjasama Suruhanjaya Pelabuhan Pulau Pinang (SPPP) dan Penang Port Sdn. Bhd. (PPSB) menyambut ketibaan sulung kapal persiaran Navigator of the Seas di Terminal Kapal Persiaran Swettenham (Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal – SPCT), Pulau Pinang.

Majlis sambutan tersebut dihadiri oleh YBhg. Dato’ Yeoh Soon Hin, Timbalan Pengerusi Tourism Malaysia, bersama wakil daripada Suruhanjaya Pelabuhan Pulau Pinang (SPPP) dan Penang Port Sdn. Bhd. (PPSB). Kapal persiaran berkenaan membawa lebih 3,000 pelancong antarabangsa, dengan majoriti penumpang terdiri daripada pelancong dari Singapura.

Kerjasama ini merupakan sebahagian daripada inisiatif strategik Tourism Malaysia dalam memperkukuh industri pelancongan pelayaran negara serta meningkatkan kedudukan dan keterlihatan Malaysia sebagai destinasi pelayaran utama di rantau ini, khususnya bersempena dengan Kempen Visit Malaysia 2026-2027.

Penganjuran majlis sambutan ini juga diharap dapat memberikan pengalaman ketibaan yang istimewa dan bermakna kepada para pelancong antarabangsa, di samping memperkukuh imej Malaysia sebagai destinasi pelancongan yang mesra, berkualiti dan berdaya saing di peringkat antarabangsa.

Bagi menyokong kelancaran dan menjayakan pelaksanaan majlis sambutan tersebut, Tourism Malaysia telah berkolaborasi dengan  Suruhanjaya Pelabuhan Pulau Pinang (SPPP) dan Penang Port Sdn. Bhd. (PPSB) menerusi persembahan kebudayaan, cenderamata , bahan promosi pelancongan Malaysia serta penyertaan wakil Tourism Malaysia dan pejabat Tourism Malaysia Wilayah Utara sepanjang majlis sambutan berkenaan. Kerjasama ini diharapkan dapat menyerlahkan keunikan budaya dan daya tarikan pelancongan negara kepada para pelancong yang berkunjung ke Pulau Pinang.

Kapal Pelayaran Antarabangsa Navigator of the Seas merupakan kapal keempat dalam kelas Voyager kendalian Royal Caribbean. Kapal sepanjang 311 meter ini mempunyai kapasiti untuk menampung lebih 4,000 penumpang, dengan sokongan kira-kira 1,215 orang kru serta dilengkapi sekitar 1,674 kabin.

Kehadiran Navigator of the Seas di Pulau Pinang mencerminkan peranan strategik pelabuhan negara dalam rangkaian pelayaran antarabangsa serta potensi segmen pelancongan kapal persiaran dalam menyumbang kepada ekonomi setempat. Kunjungan lebih 3,000 pelancong antarabangsa ini berpotensi merancakkan aktiviti dalam sektor pengangkutan, makanan dan minuman, peruncitan serta perkhidmatan pelancongan, di samping menyerlahkan Pulau Pinang sebagai destinasi yang menawarkan kepelbagaian warisan sejarah, budaya dan tarikan pelancongan.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Official Launch Of Diwali Dhamaka Fest 2026

 

Selangor, 1 November 2026 – The official launch of Diwali Dhamaka Fest 2026 took place at Jaya Shopping Centre, Petaling Jaya, marking a vibrant celebration of North Indian culture, traditions and festive spirit. The ceremony was officiated by YB Tuan Gobind Singh Deo.

The ceremony was attended by the Director General of Tourism Malaysia, Mr. Mohd Amirul Rizal Abdul Rahim, alongside the Head of Secretariat Visit Malaysia 2026-2027 & Deputy Director General (Promotion), Tourism Malaysia, Mr. Mohd Akbal Setia.

Held from 30 October to 1 November 2026, Diwali Dhamaka Fest 2026 brings together an exciting showcase of North Indian culture through festive shopping, traditional cuisine, cultural performances and live entertainment. Visitors were treated to energetic Bhangra and Punjabi Giddha performances, Bollywood music and a variety of festive activities.

The festival serves as a platform to celebrate Malaysia's rich cultural diversity while promoting cultural appreciation, community engagement and the country's unique multicultural heritage as a key attraction for both domestic and international visitors.

-Tourism Malaysia.

World Amateur Golfers Championship (WAGC) World Final 2026

 

JOHOR, 30 OCTOBER 2026 - YBrs. Puan Zuraini Abdul Ghani, Director of Package Development, represented Tourism Malaysia on behalf of the Director General of Tourism Malaysia at the Gala Dinner and Awards Presentation of the World Amateur Golfers Championship (WAGC) World Final 2026, held at Desaru Coast, Johor.

The 31st edition of the championship, held from 23 to 31 October 2026, brought together 620 golfers and delegates from 48 countries. The nine-day event featured a five-round championship format involving 90 holes of competition across five golf courses at three renowned golf destinations, namely The Els Club Desaru Coast (Ocean and Valley), Forest City Golf Resort (Legacy and Classic), and Tanjung Puteri Golf Resort (Plantation).

The Gala Dinner and Awards Presentation was attended by several distinguished guests, including YBhg. Tan Sri Asmat Kamaludin, Chairman of Perodua; YBhg. Dato’ Nils Goran Nordh, Chairman and CEO of WAGC Ltd; Mr. Isac Saminathan, President of WAGC; Col. Mohd Jamal Salleh, President of the Johor Golf Tourism Association (JGTA); Mr. Johan Tumba, Vice President of WAGC; YBrs. Encik Mohammad Nazrul Abd Rahim, Director of Tourism Johor; and YBrs. Encik Izrin Hashim, CEO of Desaru Development Holdings One Sdn. Bhd. (Desaru Coast).

The championship served as an international platform to showcase Johor’s world-class golf facilities, hospitality and diverse tourism offerings, while supporting Tourism Malaysia’s efforts to position Malaysia as a premier international golf tourism destination in conjunction with Visit Malaysia 2026 and Visit Johor 2026.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Tourism Malaysia Boosts Promotional Efforts Through Malaysia Fair 2026 In Tokyo

 

TOKYO — Tourism Malaysia is strengthening its promotional efforts in Japan through Malaysia Fair 2026, taking place from 30 October to 1 November 2026 at Toyosu Park, Tokyo, alongside the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) Seminar and Promotion Programme. Organised in conjunction with the Visit Malaysia 2026–2027 (VM2026–2027) campaign, the initiative showcases Malaysia’s diverse tourism offerings, investment opportunities and appeal as a destination for long-term residence, while strengthening tourism ties between Malaysia and Japan.

The opening ceremony, held on 31 October 2026, was officiated by His Excellency Dato’ Ahmad Rozian Abd Ghani, the Ambassador of Malaysia to Japan. This function featured a Malaysian cultural dance performance, followed by a video presentation highlighting VM2026–2027 and a tour of the exhibition booths.

With an expected attendance of 65,000 visitors, Malaysia Fair 2026 serves as a valuable platform to introduce Malaysia to Japanese consumers through destination promotion, industry engagement and immersive cultural experiences. The event also brought together Malaysian tourism industry stakeholders, state tourism agencies, government bodies and international travel and aviation companies to boost awareness of Malaysia and encourage repeat and future travel among visitors from Japan.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Tourism Malaysia Brings Together International Media Representatives For Mega Fam Programme In Conjunction With Petronas Grand Prix Of Malaysia 2026

 

KUALA LUMPUR — Tourism Malaysia today hosted a Meet & Greet session at IRAMA Dining Kuala Lumpur for 19 international media representatives and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) participating in its Mega Familiarisation (Mega Fam) Programme in conjunction with PETRONAS Grand Prix of Malaysia (MotoGP 2026). 

Taking place from 29 October to 2 November 2026, the five-day programme brings together delegates from China, India, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Indonesia and Thailand to experience Malaysia’s motorsports, cultural, heritage, gastronomy and lifestyle offerings. The initiative forms part of Tourism Malaysia’s efforts to strengthen international media engagement, expand destination visibility and support the Visit Malaysia 2026–2027 (VM2026–2027) campaign. 

Mr. Mohd Akbal Setia, Deputy Director General (Promotions), Tourism Malaysia said, “The Mega Fam Programme is a strategic platform to strengthen Malaysia’s international visibility and support the objectives of Visit Malaysia 2026–2027. By bringing international media representatives and content creators to experience PETRONAS Grand Prix of Malaysia and Malaysia’s diverse tourism offerings, we aim to generate meaningful media coverage and inspire greater interest in Malaysia as a preferred travel destination. 

“Hosting world-class motorsports events at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) demonstrates Malaysia’s capability to stage major international sporting events while creating opportunities for tourism growth. By combining the excitement of PETRONAS Grand Prix of Malaysia with experiences across our cultural, heritage, gastronomy and lifestyle attractions, we can further strengthen Malaysia’s appeal as a sports tourism destination and encourage visitors to discover more of the country.” 

A key highlight of the programme is the Night Track Tour at Sepang International Circuit (SIC), held as part of the strategic collaboration between Tourism Malaysia and SIC for PETRONAS Grand Prix of Malaysia (MotoGP 2026), offering participants a unique after-dark experience at the iconic motorsports venue. The itinerary also features visits to Kuala Lumpur City Gallery and Batu Caves, a shopping experience at The Exchange TRX, and a city tour aboard the KL Hop-On Hop-Off (HOHO) service. 

Participants will also visit Thean Hou Temple, enjoy a Malaysian cultural dance performance at the Malaysia Tourism Centre (MATIC), and attend a product briefing and guided tour at KLDEX, featuring its durian museum. The programme further includes an interactive experience at Space & Time Cube Malaysia and a taste of traditional Nusantara cuisine at Tuai + Till Restaurant, Kimpton Naluria Hotel Kuala Lumpur. 

The highlight of the programme will be the delegates’ attendance at the PETRONAS Grand Prix of Malaysia race on 1 November 2026. Their participation is expected to generate international media exposure for Malaysia’s motorsports scene while showcasing the country’s capability to host major sporting events and deliver diverse visitor experiences. 

Malaysia’s tourism sector continues to demonstrate positive momentum, recording 32.3 million international visitor arrivals from January to September 2026, a 2.4 per cent increase from 31.5 million arrivals during the same period in 2025. Against this backdrop, Tourism Malaysia continues to strengthen its international promotional efforts through initiatives such as the Mega Fam Programme, aiming to broaden media coverage, raise awareness of Malaysia’s diverse tourism offerings and encourage more travellers to visit the country in conjunction with Visit Malaysia 2026–2027 (VM2026–2027).

-Tourism Malaysia.

Ketua Pengarah Tourism Malaysia Santuni Citra Lokal Fest 2026

 

KUALA LUMPUR, 31 Oktober 2026 – Ketua Pengarah Tourism Malaysia, Encik Mohd Amirul Rizal Abdul Rahim, bersama Timbalan Ketua Pengarah (Promosi), Encik Mohd Akbal Setia, telah mengadakan lawatan ke Citra Lokal Fest 2026 bertempat di Avenue K Shopping Mall, Kuala Lumpur, sebagai tanda sokongan terhadap penganjuran acara yang mengetengahkan kekayaan warisan budaya dan kreativiti tempatan.

Lawatan tersebut memberi peluang untuk meninjau pelbagai pengisian menarik sepanjang festival, termasuk persembahan kebudayaan, sajian makanan tempatan, hasil kraftangan serta pameran kreatif yang mencerminkan kepelbagaian identiti budaya Malaysia.

Berlangsung pada 30 hingga 31 Oktober 2026, Citra Lokal Fest 2026 menghimpunkan pelbagai elemen kebudayaan, makanan, muzik dan kreativiti tempatan di bawah satu bumbung, sekali gus memberi peluang kepada pengunjung untuk mengenali serta menghargai keunikan tradisi dan bakat tempatan negara.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Perasmian Star Karnival Cuti-Cuti Malaysia (SKCCM) Sarawak 2026

 

SARAWAK, 31 Oktober 2026 | Majlis Perasmian Star Karnival Cuti-Cuti Malaysia (SKCCM) Sarawak 2026 telah disempurnakan oleh YBrs. Encik Mohd Roslan Abdullah, Pengarah Kanan, Bahagian Domestik dan Acara, Tourism Malaysia dengan diiringi oleh YBrs. Puan Lydia Wang, Ketua Pegawai Operasi, Star Media Group (SMG); YBrs. Puan Debbie anak Jenggut Nyelang, Pengarah MOTAC Sarawak; YBrs. Encik Mohd Fu’ad Ariffin, Pengarah Kraftangan Malaysia Sarawak serta wakil-wakil rakan strategik dan pemain industri pelancongan.

Antara rakan industri yang turut memberikan sokongan termasuk Kementerian Pelancongan, Industri Kreatif dan Seni Persembahan Sarawak (MTCP), Perbadanan Putrajaya, Sarawak Tourism Federation (STF), MATTA Sarawak Chapter, Malaysian Budget Hotel Association (MyBHA) Sarawak, Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) Sarawak, Association of Sarawak Inbound Agencies (ASIA), Sarawak Convention Bureau (SCB), Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), Batik Air, AirBorneo Airways, AirAsia serta pelbagai agensi dan penggiat industri pelancongan yang lain.

Bumi Kenyalang menjadi destinasi keenam dan terakhir dalam siri jelajah SKCCM tahun ini. Edisi SKCCM Sarawak kali ini menampilkan 37 reruai yang merangkumi agensi pelancongan, ekopelancongan, destinasi kebudayaan, syarikat penerbangan, hotel, resort, homestay, glamping, taman tema, pusat rekreasi, muzium dan pelbagai tarikan pelancongan lain termasuk pengendali tempahan dalam talian (booking platform) pengusaha makanan warisan serta usahawan kraftangan yang menawarkan pakej/produk berpatutan sejajar dengan slogan 'Destinasi Indah Harga Rahmah'.

Sejurus selepas majlis perasmian, YBrs. Encik Mohd Roslan Abdullah bersama tetamu jemputan telah mengadakan lawatan ke reruai pameran bagi menyantuni para pempamer, di samping meninjau kepelbagaian pakej, produk dan tawaran pelancongan yang disediakan sepanjang karnival berlangsung.

Bagi menambah kemeriahan karnival, pelbagai pengisian menarik turut disediakan untuk pengunjung, antaranya persembahan kebudayaan, kuiz interaktif pelancongan, persembahan badut belon, aktiviti permainan konsol realiti maya (VR) serta pertandingan mewarna. Pelbagai aktiviti ini bukan sahaja memberikan pengalaman menyeronokkan kepada pengunjung, malah menjadi platform untuk memperkenalkan keunikan dan kepelbagaian produk pelancongan domestik kepada masyarakat.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Tourism Malaysia Meraikan Sambutan Warisan Budaya Negara Di Festival Permainan Malaysia 2026

 

KUALA LUMPUR, 31 Oktober 2026 – Ketua Pengarah Tourism Malaysia, Encik Mohd Amirul Rizal Abdul Rahim, telah menghadiri Majlis Perasmian Festival Permainan Malaysia (FPM) 2026 yang berlangsung di Padang Merbok, Kuala Lumpur, hari ini. Turut hadir ialah Timbalan Ketua Pengarah (Perancangan) Tourism Malaysia, Encik Wizani bin Rosmin.

Festival yang dianjurkan oleh Kementerian Pelancongan, Seni dan Budaya (MOTAC) melalui Jabatan Kebudayaan dan Kesenian Negara (JKKN), dengan kerjasama Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur (DBKL) dan Persatuan Sukan Tradisional Malaysia (SUTRA), berlangsung dari 29 Oktober hingga 1 November 2026.

Menghimpunkan seramai 3,012 peserta, FPM 2026 menampilkan pelbagai permainan tradisional yang menjadi sebahagian daripada warisan budaya Malaysia, antaranya Congkak, Galah Panjang, Sepak Raga Ratus, Terompah Gergasi dan banyak lagi.

Turut memeriahkan festival ini ialah reruai Tourism Malaysia yang memaparkan pelbagai produk dan destinasi pelancongan menarik di Malaysia untuk tatapan pengunjung. Pengunjung juga berpeluang mendapatkan cenderamata percuma yang disediakan.

Festival ini bukan sahaja menghidupkan kembali permainan tradisional yang menjadi sebahagian daripada identiti masyarakat Malaysia, malah turut membuka peluang kepada generasi muda dan pengunjung untuk mengenali serta merasai sendiri keunikan warisan budaya negara.

Penganjuran festival seperti ini turut menyumbang kepada usaha mempromosikan pelancongan berasaskan budaya, sekali gus memperkenalkan Malaysia sebagai destinasi yang kaya dengan warisan, tradisi dan pengalaman unik.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Tourism Malaysia Forges Strategic Collaboration With IOI Properties Group, Elevating Travel And Retail Experience

 

SELANGOR — Tourism Malaysia and IOI Hospitality Sdn Bhd, wholly owned by IOI Properties Group Berhad (IOIPG), today exchanged a Memorandum of Collaboration (MoC) to formalise a strategic partnership, aiming to boost Malaysia's appeal as a top-tier lifestyle and leisure destination in the spirit of ‘Malaysia, Beautifully Yours’.

The exchange of MoC documents between Mr. Mohd Amirul Rizal Abdul Rahim, Director General of Tourism Malaysia and Mr. Alan Yau, Head of Hotels, IOI Properties Group (IOIPG) marked a significant milestone in public-private sector collaboration. The ceremony was also witnessed by top management officials from both Tourism Malaysia and IOI Properties Group.

Through this partnership, both parties will collaborate on joint marketing campaigns, promotional activities, and experiential tourism initiatives. Leveraging IOIPG’s extensive range of world-class shopping malls and accommodations, the partnership will enhance the overall visitor experience, extend the average length of stay, and increase tourism receipts through vast retail and lifestyle offerings.

-Tourism Malaysia.

MotoGP Dinner Function 2026

 

SEPANG - The MotoGP Dinner Function 2026, held on 30 October 2026 at Sama-Sama Hotel, Kuala Lumpur International Airport, highlights Tourism Malaysia Sydney continued strategic partnership with Sportsnet Holidays through a Joint Promotional Campaign aimed at increasing visitor arrivals from Australia by leveraging sports tourism and premium travel experiences.

The dinner function served as a value-added initiative under the campaign, providing an exclusive platform to engage with MotoGP riders, including Jack Miller and Brad Binder and enthusiasts while showcasing Malaysia as a preferred destination for sporting events and leisure travel.

The Tourism Malaysia delegation was led by Mr Mohamad Libra Lee Haniff, Director of the International Promotion Division (Americas, Europe & Oceania), who joined guests in promoting Malaysia's vibrant culture, warm hospitality and world-class events.

As part of the Joint Promotional Campaign, Sportsnet Holidays is offering two specially curated travel packages to Malaysia:

4-Night Premier Roving Package from AUD1,599 per person

4-Night Sama-Sama Package from AUD5,999 per person

These exclusive packages combine the thrill of MotoGP with opportunities to experience Malaysia's unique attractions, rich cultural heritage, renowned hospitality and exciting tourism offerings.

The Joint Promotional Campaign has successfully generated 648 package bookings, while the MotoGP Dinner Function 2026 welcomed approximately 250 attendees, demonstrating strong interest in Malaysia's sports tourism offerings and the effectiveness of the Tourism Malaysia-Sportsnet Holidays partnership.

Through strategic partnerships and targeted promotional efforts, Tourism Malaysia remains committed to strengthening Malaysia's presence in key international markets, driving international visitor arrivals and supporting the objectives of the Visit Malaysia 2026-2027 campaign.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Night Track Tour At Sepang International Circuit In Conjunction With Petronas Grand Prix Of Malaysia (MotoGP 2026)

 

SEPANG, 30 October 2026 – A total of 19 international media representatives and KOLs participating in the Mega Familiarisation (MegaFam) Programme from six countries, namely China, India, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Indonesia, took part in a special night track tour at the Sepang International Circuit. The tour was also attended by Ms Yasmin Faezah Samsudin, Director of Communications Corporate Division, Tourism Malaysia.

Onboard the KL Hop-On Hop-Off (HoHo) bus, participants enjoyed a night tour around the circuit, passing through some of its iconic corners while experiencing the unique atmosphere of the track after dark. The experience offered a different perspective of one of Malaysia’s most renowned motorsport destinations.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Tourism Malaysia Raikan Kecemerlangan Industri Hospitaliti Negara Di HAPA Awards 2026 Series 3

 

SELANGOR, 28 Oktober 2026 - YBrs. Encik Mohd Akbal Setia, Timbalan Ketua Pengarah (Promosi) merangkap Ketua Sekretariat Visit Malaysia 2026-2027 telah mewakili Ketua Pengarah Tourism Malaysia untuk menyampaikan ucapan merasmikan Hospitality Asia Platinum Awards (HAPA Awards) 2026 Series 3 yang berlangsung dengan penuh gemilang di Sunway Resort Hotel.

Majlis tersebut turut dihadiri oleh Adjung Professor Jennifer Ong, Pengasas HAPA Group, Yang Bhg Dato Sri Anne Eu, Pengerusi Eu Yan Sang Malaysia and Lembaga Pengarah HAPA Awards, Datuk Dr Chef Wan,  Culinary Global Ambassador for Malaysia, Mr. Alex Castaldi, CEO Of Sunway Hospitality Group dan tetamu kenamaan yang lain.

Majlis ini telah menghimpunkan dan meraikan para pemain industri pelancongan negara daripada pelbagai segmen seperti industri perhotelan, industri golf, industri spa dan lain-lain.

Pada Majlis ini juga YBhg. Datuk Dr. Chef Wan telah dianugerahkan dengan Anugerah Khas HAPA Awards 2026.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Star Karnival Cuti-Cuti Malaysia 2026 @ Plaza Merdeka, Kuching, Sarawak ( 30 Oktober ~ 1 November 2026 )

 

Orang Sarawak, kitak dah ready? Star Karnival Cuti-Cuti Malaysia 2026 kini di Kuching!

Jom beramai-ramai ke Plaza Merdeka, Kuching dan rebut pelbagai tawaran percutian eksklusif, sertai aktiviti menarik serta nikmati persembahan kebudayaan sepanjang karnival berlangsung!

> Hotel, resort & homestay

> Agensi pelancongan

> Tarikan pelancongan

> Makanan & minuman

> Pelbagai promosi menarik

Lokasi: Plaza Merdeka, Kuching

Tarikh: 30 Oktober – 1 November 2026

Sik payah tunggu gik! Jumpa kitak di sana!

-Tourism Malaysia.

Mini Karnival Upin & Ipin 2026 Bersama Tourism Malaysia

 

Mini Karnival Upin & Ipin 2026 Bersama Tourism Malaysia

Berikut adalah jadual aktiviti pentas utama di Mini Karnival Upin & Ipin bersama Tourism Malaysia. Jadual ini adalah tertakluk kepada perubahan dari semasa ke semasa.

Tarikh : 30 Oktober – 1 November 2026

Lokasi : Centre Court, Concourse Floor, IOI Mall Damansara

Masa : 10.00 pagi – 10.00 malam

Masuk PERCUMA

Aktiviti-Aktiviti Menarik

> Persembahan maskot Upin, Ipin dan kawan-kawan

> Ramah mesra bersama pelakon-pelakon suara

> Liga Juara Tepuk Batang Eskrem

> Pertandingan kostum "Cosplay" watak Upin & Ipin

> Promosi barangan cenderamata Upin & Ipin Store

Dan banyak lagi!

Dianjurkan oleh: Les’ Copaque Production

Penaja Utama: Tourism Malaysia

Rakan Media: Astro

Rakan Strategik: POKKA

Dengan Kerjasama: LC Merchandising, Les’ Copaque Animation Academy dan LCFILM Sdn. Bhd.

Jumpa kawan-kawan di sana!

-Tourism Malaysia.

48 nations battle for honours at World Amateur Golfers Championship in Johor

 

KUALA LUMPUR: Johor is hosting 620 golfers and delegates from 48 countries for the 31st World Amateur Golfers Championship (WAGC) World Final. 

The five-round championship, which began on Monday, is being contested across three venues - The Els Club Desaru Coast, Forest City Golf Resort and Tanjong Puteri Golf Resort - with the final round scheduled for Friday. 

China are the defending champions, having won last year's edition on Jeju Island, South Korea. 

The championship, held in conjunction with Visit Johor Year 2026, is also expected to generate business for the local hospitality and tourism sectors. 

Johor unity, heritage and culture committee chairman Pannir Selvam said international sporting events should deliver tangible economic benefits to local communities. 

"A successful event should not only bring visitors to Johor. It should create opportunities for Johoreans," he said.

Pannir said hotels, restaurants, transport operators and other tourism-related businesses stood to benefit from the influx of international visitors. 

He was speaking at the championship's welcome dinner and flag-raising ceremony at the Desaru Coast Conference Centre on Saturday, which saw team captains from all 48 participating countries parade their national flags. 

The ceremony also featured the presentation of the WAGC Challenge Trophy by defending champions China. 

Johor Golf Tourism Association (JGTA) president Col Mohd Jamal Salleh said the championship offered an opportunity to strengthen Johor's international profile as a golfing destination. 

"An event of this scale brings together golfers from around the world and gives us a valuable opportunity to showcase Johor as a destination for world-class golf, hospitality and memorable travel experiences," he said. 

Jamal acknowledged the support of Tourism Malaysia, Tourism Johor and other partners in bringing the event to the state. 

The championship concludes with a gala dinner and prize presentation on Friday.

-nst online.

Jelajah Pentas Seni Johor 2026 @ Batu Pahat, Johor ( 30 & 31 Oktober 2026 )

 

Jelajah Pentas Seni Johor 2026: Batu Pahat, Kami Datang!

Ayuh meriahkan Jelajah Pentas Seni Johor 2026 di Batu Pahat dengan pelbagai persembahan seni, budaya dan aktiviti menarik untuk seisi keluarga!

Antara tarikan menarik menanti anda:

> Persembahan Zapin Koris, Zapin Tanjung Labuh dan Zapin Duo Batu Pahat

> Persembahan Gambus dan Kebudayaan PAHAT!

> Persembahan Tarian Naga Akrobatik

> Demonstrasi Warisan Dapur Jawa

> Pertandingan Suara Irama Ghazal dan Diabolo

> Pertandingan Mewarna Motif Gambus

> Aktiviti Zumba Seni Fit!

> Jualan makanan, kraftangan dan produk kreatif tempatan

Turut menanti anda ialah persembahan artis jemputan, persembahan saxophonist, klinik budaya Gambus serta pelbagai aktiviti komuniti yang mengangkat keunikan seni dan warisan Johor.

Tarikh: 30 & 31 Oktober 2026

Masa: 9.00 pagi - 11.00 malam

Lokasi: Dataran Astaka Shahbandar, Batu Pahat, Johor

Jangan lepaskan peluang untuk menyaksikan keunikan seni dan budaya tempatan sambil menikmati pelbagai sajian serta produk kreatif masyarakat setempat.

Jom ramai-ramai ke Batu Pahat! Raikan seni, hayati warisan, semarakkan budaya Johor!

-Tourism Malaysia.

Lufthansa Launches Nonstop Kuala Lumpur-Frankfurt Service, Strengthening Malaysia-Europe Connectivity

 

KUALA LUMPUR — Lufthansa today launched its new nonstop service between Kuala Lumpur and Frankfurt, strengthening air connectivity between Malaysia, Germany and the wider European market while providing greater access for travellers between Southeast Asia and Europe.

Operating five times a week year-round, the new service is operated by a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with 287 seats across Economy, Premium Economy and Business Class, featuring Lufthansa’s Allegris cabin. The service provides direct access to Frankfurt, one of Europe’s major aviation hubs, with onward connections to more than 150 destinations across Europe.

The new connection provides greater travel options for leisure and business travellers while supporting tourism growth, increasing visitor flows and creating wider opportunities for Malaysia’s tourism industry through stronger trade and people-to-people links with Germany and Europe.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Perpatih Fest 2026 @ Muzium Negeri, Seremban, Negeri Sembilan ( 30 Oktober ~ 1 November 2026 )

 

Perpatih Fest 2026 Kembali Lagi!

Tarikh: 30 Oktober – 1 November 2026 (Jumaat – Ahad)

Masa: 9.00 Pagi – 11.00 Malam

Lokasi: Muzium Negeri, Jalan Sungai Ujong, Seremban, Negeri Sembilan

Dengan tema:

“Adat Dijaga, Warisan Terpelihara”

Perpatih Fest 2026 kembali menemui anda dengan tiga (3) hari penuh kemeriahan, menampilkan pelbagai aktiviti dan pengisian menarik bagi mengangkat keunikan Adat Perpatih, memperkenalkan khazanah warisan Negeri Sembilan serta menyemarakkan kepelbagaian budaya, kesenian dan tradisi masyarakat.

Antara pengisian Menarik Yang Menanti Anda:

> Majlis Perasmian Perpatih Fest 2026

> Seminar Adat Perpatih: “Ibu Soko: Peranan dan Perspektif dari Mata Masyarakat”

> Seminar Wacana Persenjataan Alam Melayu 2026

> Forum Perdana

> Malam Gala Perpatih Fest

> Demonstrasi Masakan Tradisional

> Jualan Makanan dan Produk Tempatan

> Pertandingan Busana Tradisional Negeri Sembilan

> Pertandingan Permainan Tradisional Pertandingan Kolaj Keluarga

> Pertandingan Terombo

> Pertandingan Nyanyian Lagu Kontemporari Negeri Sembilan

> Pertandingan Masakan Tradisional Luak-Luak

> Reruai Uji Rasa, Demonstrasi Masakan dan Jualan Luak Beradat

> Persembahan Kesenian Luak

> Reruai Antarabangsa

> Reruai Rentas Negeri

> Reruai Etnik

> Pameran Muzium Kita

> Jualan Rahmah MADANI

> Slot Bersama Chef Selebriti

> Pasport Anak Adat

> Majlis Penutup Perpatih Fest 2026

… Dan Pelbagai Lagi Aktiviti Menarik Menanti Anda!

Jangan Lepaskan Peluang Ini!

> Mengenali dan menghayati keunikan Adat Perpatih.

> Mendalami sejarah dan warisan Negeri Sembilan.

> Menikmati kepelbagaian juadah tradisional daripada Luak-Luak, komuniti etnik dan antarabangsa.

> Menyaksikan keunikan persembahan kebudayaan dan kesenian.

> Menjelajahi pelbagai reruai, pameran dan produk tempatan.

> Meluangkan masa berkualiti bersama keluarga sambil mengenali warisan negeri.

Ayuh, Kita Meriahkan Perpatih Fest 2026!

Jom datang beramai-ramai bersama keluarga dan rakan-rakan untuk menghayati, menghargai serta melestarikan Adat Perpatih dan warisan Negeri Sembilan agar terus terpelihara dan diwarisi oleh generasi akan datang.

Moh Dogheh! Kito Pakat Ghamai-Ghamai Ko Perpatih Fest 2026!

Jumpa anda di Muzium Negeri, Seremban pada 30 Oktober hingga 1 November 2026!

Adat Dijaga, Warisan Terpelihara!

-Muzium Negeri Sembilan.