𝐏𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐲𝐚 𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐦𝐚 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐊𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐄𝐤𝐬𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐋𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐢𝐝𝐢𝐥𝐅𝐢𝐭𝐫𝐢

 

Perjalanan balik kampung ke Pantai Timur lebih meriah tahun ini dengan perkhidmatan tren khas Ekspres Lambaian Aidilfitri perjalanan terus dari Kuala Lumpur ke Kelantan!

Jualan tiket akan dibuka pada 1 April 2023 bermula jam 10.00 pagi.

Dapatkan tiket anda di https://bit.ly/3kWOQv5 atau melalui aplikasi KTMB Mobile.

-KTM Berhad.

UNWTO digs deeper to uncover more top tourism villages

 

Following two successful editions of its hunt for the world’s most outstanding tourism villages that are able to drive rural development and local well-being, UNWTO has opened its third call for applications to its Best Tourism Villages initiative.

Launched in 2021, the initiative is one of the pillars of UNWTO Tourism for Rural Development Programme. It has recognised more than 70 tourism villages from almost 40 countries. Qualification is determined by an independent advisory board based on a set of criteria covering nine areas, including Cultural and Natural Resources; Economic Sustainability; Tourism Development and Value Chain Integration; and Health, Safety, and Security.

Here in Asia, the tourism villages of Malaysia’s Batu Puteh; Philippines’ Bojo; Japan’s Miyama; Indonesia’s Nglanggeran; India’s Pochampally; South Korea’s The Purple Island, Ungok and Pyeongsa-ri; China’s Xidi, Yucun, Dazhai and Jingzhu; and Vietnam’s Thái Hải were awarded the recognition over the last two years.

Besides recognising tourism villages that meet all nine stringent requirements, the initiative also encompasses an Upgrade Programme, which helps villages just shy of making the cut to address gaps identified in the evaluation process; and the Best Tourism Villages by UNWTO Network, which brings representatives of both recognised villages and those in the Upgrade Programme together to trade experiences and good practices.

UNWTO secretary-general Zurab Pololikashvili said: “Tourism can make a real difference for rural communities, delivering jobs, supporting businesses and celebrating and protecting traditions. Through Best Tourism Villages, UNWTO is recognising those rural destinations that committed to making tourism a pillar of opportunity and well-being.”

UNWTO’s Members States can present up to eight villages through their National Tourism Administrations (NTAs) and via this form Application-Form-EN-2023.docx (live.com)

Applications will close on June 23, 2023, and the winners announced later this year.

-TTG Asia.

Tourism Malaysia Promosi Pakej Pelancongan Minat Khas 50 Tahun Di Laman malaysia.travel

 

KUALA LUMPUR, 29 Mac 2023 - Bersempena dengan sambutan ulang tahun ke-50, Tourism Malaysia mengambil inisiatif untuk mempromosikan jualan 50 pakej pelancongan berteraskan segmen pelancongan minat khas pada tawaran harga istimewa di laman sesawang malaysia.travel .

Penawaran pakej ini mendapat kerjasama sepenuhnya daripada 21 agensi pelancongan berdaftar dan empat pengusaha produk pelancongan seperti spa dan inap desa di seluruh Malaysia.

Menariknya, kesemua pakej segmen ini ditawarkan dengan tema angka 50 seperti diskaun 50 peratus, harga RM50, RM50.50 serta pelbagai penawaran lain.

Orang ramai boleh membuat tempahan pakej untuk aktiviti kembara, penerokaan gua, merentas hutan, berkayak, berbasikal, berkhemah, karavan, selam skuba, golf, agropelancongan, inap desa, pencerapan burung (birdwatching), white water rafting, waterfall abseiling, jet ski excursion, rock climbing, nature walk, night safari, river cruise dan animal sighting.

Selain itu, pakej yang ditawarkan turut merangkumi aktiviti jejak warisan, bergembira di taman tema, lawatan ke muzium serta rawatan spa. Tawaran pakej sah sehingga 10 Ogos 2023 untuk perjalanan bermula dari 20 Februari 2023 sehingga 31 Mac 2024.

Ketua Pengarah Tourism Malaysia berkata, penawaran pakej pelancongan minat khas ini adalah seiring dengan trend pelancongan terkini oleh para pelancong yang lebih cenderung memilih produk berasaskan pelancongan pengalaman.

“Secara keseluruhannya, tawaran promosi ini melibatkan 32 pakej kembara dan alam semula jadi, tujuh pakej di bawah gaya hidup, enam pakej budaya dan warisan serta lima pakej aktiviti marin dan sukan pelancongan,” katanya.

Pautan muat turun E-Brosur Pakej Pelancongan Minat Khas: https://bit.ly/40m4R1q

-Tourism Malaysia.

Senai Airport welcomes resumption of flights from China

 

KUALA LUMPUR: Senai Airport Terminal Services Sdn Bhd, a member of MMC Group, has resumed its international flight to China after welcoming the first AirAsia flight that arrived from Guangzhou at 6.55am yesterday.

The three weekly flights between Johor Bahru and Guangzhou is also part of AirAsia's strategy in resuming its international service to China from other hubs in the country. This is followed by the resumption of services from Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu to Macao, Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Kunming.

Chief executive officer Kennedy Ayu said Senai Airport was pleased to have the arrival of 110 passengers from AK1395, which marked the airport's international flight resumption.

"Among the passengers of the China mainland, Johor is well-known for leisure and business and the resumption of this service will give exciting opportunities to both destinations," she said.

AirAsia chief executive officer Riad Asmat said the low-cost airline was proud to be the first airline that connects Johor Bahru to an international destination after the pandemic.

"We will continue to expand our network to and from China in response to the increasing travel demand, especially as the country reopened its borders to tourism this month.

"Since recommencing our operations from China last month, we have flown close to 10,000 Chinese visitors to Malaysia, reaffirming once again that Malaysia is a top destination for Chinese travellers.

"We look forward to working with our stakeholders including Senai International Airport to return our service to pre-pandemic levels, which in turn will support the local tourism and economic sectors as a whole," he said.

AirAsia is offering a 20 per cent discount for flights from Johor Bahru to Guangzhou as well as to Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh, Kuching and Kota Bahru in line with the service resumption.

-nst online.

Largest Kayaking Expedition Through The Perlis Flood Mitigation Tunnel ( 26 & 27 May 2023 ) - POSTPONED

 

We are excited to have you be a part of our upcoming event this May 2023 in making history for all of us!

The Malaysia Book Of Record LARGEST KAYAKING EXPEDITION THROUGH THE PERLIS FLOOD MITIGATION TUNNEL.

Date : 26th & 27th MAY 2023 (Friday & Saturday)

Venue : Flood Mitigation Tunnel Kampung Wai, PERLIS .

Discipline : The Malaysia Book Of Records record attempt

Category : OPEN TO ALL KAYAKERS (14 years old and above)

CLICK ON LINK TO GET MORE INFO AND REGISTER :

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LET'S MAKE HISTORY, TOGETHER THIS 26-27 MAY 2023!

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-Tourism of Perlis Official fb.

Ethiopian Airlines sambung semula penerbangan ke Malaysia

 

PESAWAT Ethiopian Airlines menyambung semula penerbangan ke Malaysia disambut dengan semburan air ketika mendarat di Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Kuala Lumpur Terminal 1, Sepang, Selangor. - FOTO/KAMARIAH KHALIDI

SEPANG: Ethiopian Airlines hari ini meraikan penyambungan semula penerbangannya dari Addis Ababa, Ethiopia ke Kuala Lumpur selepas dua tahun mengalami sekatan perjalanan berikutan pandemik Covid-19.

Syarikat penerbangan terbesar Afrika itu disambut dengan semburan air sebaik sahaja mendarat di Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Kuala Lumpur (KLIA) Terminal 1 pada pukul 5 petang dengan membawa seramai 190 penumpang.

Pengarah Urusan Ethiopian International Services, Mesfin Biru berkata, Ethiopian Airlines bakal mengendalikan sebanyak empat kali penerbangan dalam seminggu menggunakan pesawat B878 Dreamliner ultramoden.

Jelasnya, sebelum ini, syarikat penerbangan tersebut memulakan perkhidmatan antara Addis Ababa dan Malaysia dengan perkhidmatan tiga kali seminggu pada tahun 2012, sebelum ia digantung sementara pada 2021 akibat Covid-19.

“Kami amat teruja untuk kembali beroperasi dan melalui penyambungan semula penerbangan ini, ia memberi pilihan perjalanan yang mudah dan lancar antara Kuala Lumpur dan lebih daripada 60 destinasi di Afrika.

“Kuala Lumpur adalah destinasi pilihan untuk para pelancong bagi urusan perniagaan atau percutian dan kami berbangga untuk menyediakan pilihan perjalanan tersebut kepada mereka,” katanya kepada pemberita selepas sambutan penyambungan semula pesawat Ethiopian Airlines di KLIA Terminal 1 hari ini.

Mengulas lanjut, Mesfin berkata, penerbangan tersebut juga merupakan salah satu saluran yang meredakan hubungan diplomatik dan sosio-ekonomi antara Malaysia dan Afrika.

Justeru katanya, penyambungan semula perkhidmatan itu memainkan peranan penting dalam hubungan kedua-dua buah negara.

“Malaysia adalah sebuah negara yang hebat dari segi ekonomi dan hubungan dalam aktiviti perdagangan, sosial atau pelancongan bakal mengembangkan lagi prospek kedua-dua negara serta menjadi satu kelebihan yang besar buat Malaysia dan Afrika,” ujarnya.

-utusan online.

Pahang govt in talks with several airlines to revive Kuantan route

 

Pahang Unity, Tourism and Culture Committee chairman Leong Yu Man (in pink) presenting souvenirs to passengers who arrived on Singapore low-cost airline Scoot Air at the Sultan Ahmad Shah Airport here today. - NSTP/ASROL AWANG

KUANTAN: The Pahang government has initiated talks with several airline companies to revive operations in and out of the Sultan Ahmad Shah Airport (LTSAS) here to boost tourist arrival.

State Unity, Tourism and Culture Committee chairman Leong Yu Man said that before the Covid-19 pandemic, low-cost carrier AirAsia, Firefly and Malindo Air, since rebranded as Batik Air, used to ply the Kuala Lumpur- Kuantan route.

"Currently, we only have Malaysia Airlines servicing the Kuala Lumpur- Kuantan route and Singapore's low-cost airline Scoot Air servicing the Singapore-Kuantan route, and vice-versa. Talks have begun with several Malaysian airlines companies and we are hoping for progress.

"The Pahang government is trying our best to get the airlines to return and revive the routes which they once served. We understand that some delays could be caused by the airline companies flying the more popular and profitable routes," she told reporters after a welcoming ceremony to receive the first batch of 117 passengers who arrived on Scoot Air's Airbus A320 aircraft at (LTSAS) here today.

Scoot resumed flights to Kuantan on Nov 30 last year after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. Operations were suspended last month for aircraft maintenance before resuming today.

The flights, operating three times a week - Wednesday, Friday and Sunday - will depart from Changi Airport.

Leong said commercial carrier SKS Airways, which is currently operating the Subang-Pulau Tioman and Subang- Pulau Redang route is also mulling introducing the LTSAS- Pulau Tioman route in the future.

Meanwhile, she said tourism industry players from Singapore including travel agents and members of the media will be participating in a four-day familiarisation trip to Pahang in June this year.

"Singapore has been Pahang's biggest tourist source country, with a total of 116,220 people arriving last year. The familiarisation trip will allow us to provide updates on the latest tourist attractions and how people could spend their holidays in Pahang.

"Special sessions will be arranged between the travel agents in Pahang and Singapore's tourism industry players so that it will be easier for them to coordinate the holiday trips here instead of getting in touch with agents outside Pahang to visit the state," she said.

Reviving the flights between Kuala Lumpur-Kuantan and vice versa will bring huge relief to the people of the state, including tourists, as many have been left with limited flights daily plying in and out from the LTSAS.

-nst online.

Tip of Borneo to be reopened next month

 

The Tip of Borneo will open to public starting next month. - Pic courtesy of Sabah Tourism, Culture and Environment Ministry.

KUDAT: The popular Tip of Borneo will be accessible by the public starting next month after almost a two-year closure to make way for upgrading works.

This was revealed by Tourism, Culture, and Environment minister Datuk Christina Liew after she inspected the site recently to monitor the progress of works.

She said that Phase 1 of the upgrading works began on Dec 5, 2021 but due to bad weather and late delivery of building materials to the construction site, it took a longer time to be completed.

Liew said improved facilities included a new covered walkway to replace the existing one, a toilet for persons with disabilities, and a viewing platform.

"The safety of tourists and visitors is of utmost importance. Railings and lamp posts have been installed at the viewing platform.

Phase 2 of the upgrading works, which involves the demolition of the existing structure and the construction of a new visitor's centre, is currently taking place and is expected to be completed in six to 10 months.

The Tip of Borneo or Tanjung Simpang Mengayau, is known for its breathtaking views where the Sulu and South China Seas meet.

The area is a popular tourist destination, known for its beautiful sunsets, pristine beaches, and cultural attractions.

-nst online.

Tourism Selangor bantu pengusaha pelancongan melalui Festival Ramadan

 

PETALING JAYA: Tourism Selangor telah melancarkan kempen Ramadan, dengan tujuan untuk membantu pengusaha-pengusaha produk pelancongan dan peniaga kecil di negeri Selangor.

Festival Ramadan Tourism Selangor 2023 akan mengumpulkan lima program  utama yang berbeza; Direktori Bufet Ramadan, Selera Ramadan Tourism Selangor, Peraduan Bufet Ramadan, Terjah Bazar Ramadan dan Raya Sakan bersama Tourism Selangor.

Ramadan merupakan bulan yang sangat istimewa dan bermakna di Malaysia. Kemeriahan bulan Ramadan ini bukan sahaja masa untuk meningkatkan aktiviti keagamaan malah ia juga merupakan bulan kegemaran bagi para pelancong dan pelawat antarabangsa, dengan kemeriahan bazar Ramadan dan bufet Ramadan yang menawarkan pelbagai pilihan makanan lazat di Malaysia dan memberikan nilai dari segi gastronomi.

Sepanjang bulan Ramadan, Tourism Selangor mengambil peluang untuk menekankan beberapa tarikan terbaik negeri Selangor termasuk hotel, pusat membeli belah dan street food.

Bagi memulakan Festival Ramadan Tourism Selangor 2023, Tourism Selangor akan mengumpulkan 16 pemain industri daripada hotel-hotel terpilih di negeri Selangor dengan menawarkan Bufet Ramadan terbaik melalui Direktori Bufet Ramadan yang tersedia di platform digital  selangor.Travel.

Ia bertujuan memberikan pengalaman gastronomi yang maksima, pakej Bufet Ramadan yang ditawarkan pada tahun ini merupakan salah satu acara utama yang memberikan peluang besar untuk pemain industri hotel di negeri Selangor, yang telah terjejas sepanjang pandemik.

Sebagai penghargaan terhadap pemain-pemain industri, satu siri food review melalui Selera Ramadan Tourism Selangor telah dikongsikan untuk orang awam di platform TikTok @TourismSelangor.

Orang ramai juga berpeluang memenangi baucar Bufet Ramadan yang bernilai sehingga RM11,000 melalui tiga siri peraduan yang diadakan di platform digital Tourism Selangor; Selangor.Travel dan TikTok @TourismSelangor.

Memupuk Semangat Memberi Kepada Masyarakat

Pelancong tempatan dan pemain industri memainkan peranan penting dalam aliran  kemasukan pelancong di negeri Selangor, iaitu sebanyak 4.5 juta pelancong telah melawati negeri Selangor pada tahun 2022 dan 73% daripadanya merupakan pelancong domestik.

Bagi menyokong ekonomi tempatan, dua siri program akan dijalankan seiring dengan objektif Festival Ramadan Tourism Selangor 2023, yang bukan sahaja membantu pengusaha produk pelancongan malah juga memfokuskan kepada peniaga- peniaga kecil.

Terjah Bazar Ramadan dan Raya Sakan Bersama Tourism Selangor akan mengumpulkan lebih 40 peniaga kecil, penjaja dan pusat membeli-belah untuk menggalakkan kuasa membeli di negeri ini sepanjang Ramadan dan Aidilfitri, seperti Bazar Ramadan yang berpotensi untuk  dipromosikan serta kawasan membeli belah di negeri Selangor bagi sambutan Aidilfitri.

Di sebalik sokongan yang konsisten terhadap pelancongan domestik di negeri Selangor, bulan Ramadan masih memberi kesan kepada pemain-pemain industri berikutan aktiviti pelancongan yang terhenti sepanjang Ramadan memandangkan Malaysia merupakan negara yang mempunyai penduduk majoriti beragama Islam. 

Oleh itu, Tourism Selangor memulakan usaha ini bagi membantu penggiat industri menjelang Aidilfitri yang bakal tiba.

Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Tourism Selangor, Azrul Shah Mohamad dalam satu kenyataan berkata, menuju ke arah misi negeri Selangor dalam menjadikan negeri ini sebagai negeri yang pintar, berdaya huni dan makmur; menjadi tanggungjawab Tourism Selangor untuk membantu dan mempromosikan tarikan pelancong yang berpotensi di negeri Selangor khususnya bagi pemain-pemain industri yang terjejas. 

-utusan online.

Rakyat diseru semarakkan Tahun Melawat Perlis 2024

 

MOHD. Shukri Ramli bersama pegawai kanan pentadbiran dan pemain industri pelancongan Perlis selepas merasmikan pra-pelancaran Tahun Melawat Perlis 2024 di Kompleks Pentadbiran Setiausaha Kerajaan Negeri, Kangar, Perlis hari ini.-UTUSAN/SYED AZLAN SAYID HIZAR

KANGAR: Kerajaan negeri menyeru masyarakat setempat bersama-sama menyemarakkan lagi sektor pelancongan negeri melalui konsep pelancongan berasaskan komuniti (CBT) yang memberi manfaat dan janaan ekonomi secara langsung kepada yang terlibat.

Menteri Besar, Mohd. Shukri Ramli berkata, kerajaan negeri dalam rangka tindakan untuk menganjurkan Tahun Melawat Perlis (TMP) 2024 berlandaskan kepada Tahun Melawat Segi Tiga Pertumbuhan Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand (IMT-GT).

“Matlamat utama TMP 2024 dan Tahun Melawat IMT-GT 2023-2025 adalah untuk menarik pelancong menerokai pengalaman melancong di negeri Perlis.

“Kerajaan Negeri sentiasa mengalu-alukan dan menggalakkan semua pihak untuk mengadakan aktiviti-aktiviti atau program dalam menarik lebih ramai pengunjung ke Perlis,” katanya ketika merasmikan masjlis pra-pelancaran Tahun Melawat Perlis 2024 di Dewan Banquet, Kompleks Setiausaha Kerajaan di sini hari ini.

Tambah Mohd. Shukri, untuk rekod, seramai 2.99 juta pelancong telah berkunjung ke Perlis pada tahun 2022.

“Jumlah ini meningkat dari tahun sebelumnya dan dilihat positif khususnya sewaktu era pasca pandemik Covid-19 dan kedatangan pelancong telah memberikan limpahan ekonomi secara terus kepada pemain industri sektor pelancongan yang mempunyai rantaian ekonomi dan jaringan yang luas.

“Kerajaan negeri sentiasa menyokong usaha-usaha ke arah mempertingkatkan prestasi industri pelancongan di peringkat negeri Perlis dan ketersediaan produk pelancongan yang berkualiti serta persekitaran bersih mampu menarik lebih ramai kedatangan pelancong ke negeri kita ini,” katanya.

-utusan online.

WCT Malls Kick Off WARNAI RAYA Festive Campaign With Exciting Shopping Deals And Rewards

 

SEPANG, 21 March 2023 – WCT Malls Management Sdn Bhd, the property investment and management business under WCT Holdings Berhad (“WCT Group”) unveiled its Warnai Raya festive celebration theme in collaboration with SuriaFM Station and Tourism Malaysia to welcome the 2023 Ramadan and Hari Raya festive season at WCT Malls - Paradigm Mall Petaling Jaya, Paradigm Mall Johor Bahru, gateway@klia2 and SkyPark Terminal.

This partnership aims to promote Malaysia as a top destination for cultural experiences, especially during the Raya festivities. The “Warnai Raya” campaign that is slated for 17 March 2023 to 7 May 2023 will feature meet and greet sessions with SuriaFM DJs, traditional Malay dances, batik drawing activities, batik fashion show, Ramadan bazaars, Hari Raya festive booths, limited-edition green packet giveaway, as well as Batik premiums redemption.

The collaboration between WCT Malls and SuriaFM is aimed at providing an avenue for local artists to showcase their talents while highlighting the diversity and richness of Malaysia’s culture. In complementing this effort, the concourses across WCT Malls will be transformed to a Batik Factory made of wooden kampung structures together with floral batik motifs that reflects the country’s rich heritage, culture, and traditions. Shoppers who visit the Batik Factory at the concourse can also grab the opportunity to take Instagrammable photos while immersing themselves in the many activities and performances available during the campaign.

Selena Chua, Chief Executive Officer – WCT Malls Management said, “WCT Malls constantly strives to explore innovative and exciting ways to organise events, activities and promotions. As we approach the holy month of Ramadan and Hari Raya Aidilfitri, we are humbled to be collaborating with SuriaFM to support local entertainment and to foster a sense of belonging among the community surrounding our malls during this significant festive celebration in Malaysia and globally.

As the Holy Month of Ramadan and Hari Raya celebrates forgiveness, gratitude, and togetherness, we hope that the WCT Malls “Warnai Raya” campaign, in partnership with our local radio station will bring people together and create a sense of harmony and unity.

In addition, WCT Malls is also partnering with the local communities and organisations to organize various events including Batik exhibitions, Jawi Calligraphy workshops, Wayang Kulit shows by the Malaysia Property Association, Batik Painting workshops by Malaysian Cultural Kampung, Ketupat Hunt at Paradigm Mall PJ, Raya bazaars, and workshops – all to cultivate and celebrate the rich and diverse culture of the Malay heritage.”

Dato Dr Mohd Aminuddin bin Mohd Rouse, Chairman of Star Media Group, said, "We are delighted to be partnering with WCT Malls for the "Warnai Raya" campaign. As a media group, we believe in the power of storytelling and we look forward to sharing the stories of our people, culture, and traditions that make the Raya season special. We hope that our collaboration will help to spread festive cheer and encourage more people to join in the celebration."

Meanwhile, Datuk Mohd Zamri bin Mat Zain, Deputy Secretary General (Tourism), Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Culture, also expressed his support for the campaign, “The “Warnai Raya” campaign not only promotes our cherished heritage to a wider audience but also supports local artists and artisans by providing them with a platform to showcase their talents and sell their unique creations.”

“One of our first collaborations with WCT Malls was last year’s successful ShoppingExtravaganza! Campaign, which generated RM2.7 million in sales. We are delighted to continue this partnership and we are optimistic that the tourist reward programme will not only incentivise international tourists to spend more, especially in the shopping segment, but also drive significant growth in the travel industry, and ultimately, contribute to the economic development of our nation,” added Datuk Mohd Zamri, who launched the campaign on behalf of YB Dato Sri Tiong King Sing, Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture.

WCT Malls is also delighted to announce its joint efforts with Tourism Malaysia in promoting Malaysia’s rich cultural festivities to international tourists by showcasing the beauty of Batik at all WCT Malls, adding the unique Malaysian experience for both local and international visitors.

In conjunction with the "Warnai Raya" campaign, WCT Malls is also partnering with Visa Malaysia and Tourism Malaysia to launch a tourist reward programme in providing exciting travel incentives during this festive season. From 1 April 2023 to 30 September 2023, international shoppers who spend a minimum amount in participating WCT Malls will be rewarded with a complimentary Starbucks drink. The available selection will include Caffe Latte, Americano, Freshly Cold Brewed, Caramel Frappuccino, and Mocha Frappuccino. A total of 10,000 cups of complimentary Starbucks drink will be rewarded to eligible international shoppers on a first come first served basis.

On the other hand, in collaboration with Grab PayLater, WCT Malls will also be launching its 10th Voucher Bonanza Sales, starting from 1 April to 30 June 2023. Voucher Bonanza Sale offers 20% off for shoppers who purchase WCT e-vouchers which can be used at over 300 participating outlets across WCT Malls, namely Paradigm Mall PJ, JB, and gateway@klia2. There are total of RM 300,000 WCT Malls’ e-voucher up for grab, shopper who purchase RM100 only need to pay RM80 to enjoy the full RM100. Shoppers can purchase the e-vouchers at bit.ly/WCTMALLS-VBS9.

During this Raya season, WCT Malls is excited to offer Grab PayLater users even more ways to save. Shoppers who uses GrabPay’s Buy Now Pay Later feature to shop at WCT Malls will be entitled to an additional RM 30 off on their purchase with a minimum spend of RM 200 required.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Plaza Premium combo-lounge opens at KLIA

 

Plaza Premium Group unveiled its brand-new combo lounge at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1 recently, combining both The Plaza Premium First and the Plaza Premium Lounge under one roof.

KLIA is the second airport to feature this new combo lounge concept, almost three months after Plaza Premium Group first introduced it at Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Airport last December.

With the concept requiring an area of 1,500-2,000m2, the biggest challenge in expanding to other airports in the region and beyond was getting the space to do so at matured airports, shared Song Hoi-See, CEO and founder of Plaza Premium Group.

As the current sole partner, Singapore Airlines’ business class and first-class passengers have complimentary access to The Plaza Premium First lounge at KLIA. Song targets to increase this to at least 10 similar partnerships with foreign airlines flying into KLIA Terminal 1 by year end.

Plaza Premium First and Plaza Premium Lounge offer different dining experiences to cater to their guests’ needs. Plaza Premium First serves a curated experience with an à la carte menu while Plaza Premium Lounge’s offers a buffet menu.

Both offer dedicated spaces to suit travellers’ needs, be it to relax, dine, socialise or work. There are also private rooms for families and for corporate use.

Open to travellers on a pay-per-use basis, Plaza Premium First’s rate is 202 ringgit (US$45) per person for a two-hour lounge use while Plaza Premium Lounge charges 146 ringgit per person for the same amount of time.

Currently, Plaza Premium Group operates its lounges in more than 70 international airports globally, with another lounge opened earlier this month at Adelaide International.

In Malaysia, it operates seven lounges with plans to expand in East Malaysia.

The group is also looking to expand its products and offerings to Miami, Florida and Denver in the US, Ching Tao and Chongqing in China, Abu Dhabi, Amman and Jeddah.

-TTG Asia.

LIMA 2023 Online ticket sales for Public Visitors is now open!

 

Online ticket sales for Public Visitors is now open!

Public Visitors Ticket Sales: 

> 1 Day PASS MYR 30 per person per entry ticket. *ONLY UNTIL 22nd May 2023, 12.00 MIDNIGHT.

Entitles entry to Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre (MIEC) for one (1) day only and free entry to Resorts World Langkawi (RWL).

> 1 Day PASS MYR 35 per person per entry ticket. From 23rd May until 27th May 2023.

Entitles entry to Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre (MIEC) for one (1) day only and free entry to Resorts World Langkawi (RWL).

> 2 Day PASS MYR 55 per person for two (2) days per entry ticket.

Entitles entry to Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre (MIEC) for two (2) days only and free entry to Resorts World Langkawi (RWL).

Walk-in Entrance Fee 

MYR 35 per person per entry ticket. Entitles entry to Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre (MIEC) for one (1) day only and free entry to Resorts World Langkawi (RWL).

Free of Charge Category (FOC):

- Children 16 years old and below.

- Senior citizen 65 years and above.

- OKU* Person with disabilities

*Note: Kids 16 years old and below and senior citizen 65 years old and above required to show Identification Card (IC) for verification.

Trade visitors‘ ticket will be coming soon! 

Please visit:

https://limamalaysia.com.my/visitor/visit-lima to register and purchase your ticket.

We look forward to welcoming you at LIMA 2023 – both our local and international visitors.

-LIMA 2023 fb.

Tourism Malaysia Participates In MITT 2023, Moscow

 

MOSCOW, 16 March 2023 – The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia through its agency Tourism Malaysia is participating once again in the 29th. Moscow International Travel & Tour (MITT) Trade Show, taking place today until Saturday, 18 March 2023. The three-day event is held at Crocus International Exhibition Center, Moscow with the participation of more than 50 countries from around the world. This year marks the 13th participation of Tourism Malaysia since it first joined in 2010.

This year’s Malaysia delegation to MITT 2023 5 tour operators (Malaysia and Russia based company) and 2 hotels. There are a total of 11 participants representing 7 organisations joined under the Tourism Malaysia booth. The Malaysia delegation is led by Mr. Jeffri bin Munir – Director of Tourism Malaysia Moscow office. Also present is His Excellency Mr. Johan Ariff bin Abdul Razak – the Charge d’Affaires of the Embassy of Malaysia, Moscow and Mr. Muhammad Umair bin Roshidi – the Head of Chancery at the Embassy of Malaysia, Moscow.

His Excellency Mr. Johan Ariff who officiated the Malaysia booth today, said, “MITT continues to be one of the best platforms for Malaysian tourism players to meet up with Russian and the CIS outbound agents and airlines, where we get to share the latest information on Malaysia’s tourism products and new tourist attractions in our effort to further revive the tourism industry.” He also emphasised Malaysia’s unique island and beches, ecotourism destinations and community-based tourism to be of high interest to the Russian market.

In conjunction with MITT 2023, a new video advertisement from Tourism Malaysia’s latest campaign “Soul of Malaysia” will be shown at the trade show

Since its full reopening of international borders, Malaysia has recorded a total of 10,070,964 (10.07 million) tourist arrivals and RM28.2 billion (Euro 6.1 billion) in tourist receipts in 2022, surpassing its initial target of 9.2 million international tourist arrivals. In 2023, Malaysia is targeting to welcome 16.1 million international tourist arrivals and generate RM49.2 billion (Euro 10.5 billion) in tourist receipts.

Particularly, in December 2022 - Malaysia recorded 11,125 Russia tourist arrivals, which translates to a significant growth of 42.1% as compared to 7,828 arrivals back in December 2019. In total, Malaysia welcomed 33,003 Russian tourist arrivals in 2022, in comparison to 79,984 arrivals in 2019. With enhanced air connectivity and promotional efforts in 2023, Tourism Malaysia is optimistic to witness exponential growth from the Russian market.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Program Kayuhan Santai Ekspres Koc Basikal (XKB) Kuala Lumpur - Gemas

 

Tren Khas XKB berlepas dari Stesen Kuala Lumpur menuju ke Gemas seawal jam 4.30 pagi dengan membawa tujuh (7) gerabak khas bersama 75 orang peserta dengan basikal masing-masing. Setibanya di Gemas, kumpulan ini bergabung dengan 80 peserta berbasikal tempatan.

Ekspres Koc Basikal (XKB) kayuhan santai ini membawa geng basikal menerokai laluan basikal luar daripada Kuala Lumpur dengan menaiki kereta api dan menjalankan aktiviti kayuhan ke destinasi luar daripada biasa.

Laluan kayuhan bermula dari Muzium Keretapi Gemas, Tugu Peringatan Perang, Jambatan Gantung, Kg. Londah dan Bukit Dua Juta. 

Program XKB ini juga sebahagian daripada usaha KTMB menyokong kempen Agenda Nasional Malaysia Sihat (ANMS) dengan mengajak orang ramai mengamalkan gaya hidup sihat. 

Sebarang pertanyaan mengenai tren khas atau charter train sila hubungi 03 2263 1078 atau emel ke chartertrain@ktmb.com.my

-KTMB.

Tourism Malaysia - Air Asia Collaboration Brings Taiwanese Influencers And Bloggers To Promote Malaysia

 

PUTRAJAYA, 17 March 2023 – In collaboration with Air Asia, Tourism Malaysia recently hosted Taiwanese influencers and bloggers on a familiarisation trip (FAM Trip) to promote Malaysia as a preferred tourist destination.

A total of four influencers and six bloggers were brought from Taiwan for a seven-day, six-night (7D6N) stay in Kuala Lumpur, Genting Highlands, Redang Island, Port Dickson, Desaru and Johor Bahru from 7 until 13 March 2023 to immerse themselves in the city life and revel in the opportunities to create social media contents on Malaysia's islands and beaches.

Participants were taken to the Petronas Twin Towers Skybridge and Observation Deck to catch a magnificent bird's-eye view of Kuala Lumpur, followed by a visit to Batu Caves. They also learned the exquisite pewter and crafted their own masterpieces at the School of Hard Knocks Workshop, Royal Selangor Visitor Centre.

Other highlights included pristine white sands and crystal-blue waters at Redang Island and a luxurious sea-view resort in Port Dickson. At Genting Highlands, participants experienced the latest must-see attractions of Genting Skyworld Theme Park, Genting Highlands Premium Outlets and Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park.

They also got a taste of Desaru Coast and Johor Bahru with the discovery of Desaru Fruit Farm and Sungai Lebam River Cruise, besides hanging out at Puteri Harbour Marina and enjoyed shopping at Johor Premium Outlets - Southeast Asia's first premium outlet mall.

Currently, Air Asia is running daily flights from Taipei and three weekly flights from Kaohsiung to Kuala Lumpur. In addition, passengers can also book twice-weekly flights from Taipei to Kota Kinabalu.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Musa, Dr. Ammar calon layak ganti Zainuddin: Siapa bakal KP Tourism Malaysia baharu?

 

MUSA Yusof (kiri) dan Dr. Ammar Abd. Ghapar antara calon yang disebut-sebut layak menggantikan Zainuddin Abdul Wahab akan tamat pada 10 April depan.

PETALING JAYA: Siapa bakal menjadi Ketua Pengarah Tourism Malaysia yang baharu kini menjadi persoalan ekoran perkhidmatan penyandang ketika ini iaitu Datuk Zainuddin Abdul Wahab akan tamat pada 10 April.

Memandangkan tempoh itu makin hampir, dua nama calon disebut-sebut sebagai layak untuk menggantikan Zainuddin iaitu Timbalan Ketua Pengarah (Promosi), Datuk Musa Yusof dan Pengarah Kanan Bahagian Promosi Antarabangsa (Amerika, Eropah dan Oceania), Datuk Dr. Ammar Abd. Ghapar.

Andaian itu setelah melihat senioriti dan baki tempoh pencen untuk menyandang jawatan nombor satu Tourism Malaysia berbanding nama-nama pegawai kanan lain agensi tersebut.

Justeru itu, kekosongan jawatan yang bakal ditinggalkan Zainuddin perlu diisi oleh individu yang berkelayakan dan kompeten untuk membawa industri pelancongan negara ke tahap lebih tinggi, apatah lagi memulihkan industri tersebut setelah dibadai pandemik Covid-19.

Mengikut maklumat balas daripada penggiat industri, dua nama itu yang banyak dikenali dalam kalangan pemain industri dilihat mampu memacu industri pelancongan negara ke arah lebih kompetitif dengan negara-negara yang mana sektor pelancongan jauh ke hadapan seperti Thailand.

Pengalaman mereka yang luas merangkumi pelbagai sektor dilihat mampu membantu memperluaskan industri pelancongan dari segi strategi pemasaran seperti mana yang dilakukan oleh Thailand yang mengamalkan lantikan ahli lembaga pengarahnya dalam kalangan ahli akademik.

Penyambungan kontrak untuk mana-mana ketua jabatan dilihat tidak wajar kerana ia bakal menutup peluang calon-calon ‘berkaliber’ lain untuk naik pangkat dan mengubah imej serta meningkatkan prestasi jabatan itu ke tahap lebih cemerlang.

Begitu juga dengan tindakan melantik ketua pengarah dalam kalangan Pegawai Tadbir Diplomatik (PTD) dilihat tidak wajar kerana sebaiknya Tourism Malaysia yang merupakan agensi tertutup perlu memberi peluang kepada orang dalam untuk menerajui industri itu.

Orang dalam lebih memahami dan mampu merancang strategi bukan sahaja di peringkat domestik tetapi yang penting di peringkat global kerana hendak menarik pelancong dari luar negara tidak cukup sekadar promosi di internet tetapi ia memerlukan hubungan kerjasama dengan media antarabangsa dan tour operator di negara luar amat penting bagi memastikan mereka menjual pakej ke Malaysia.

Justeru, sama ada Musa atau Dr. Ammar jika dilantik sebagai Ketua Pengarah Tourism Malaysia yang baharu dilihat mampu berdepan dengan cabaran dalam industri pelancongan negara.

Industri pelancongan negara kali ini akan memasuki era yang cukup mencabar apabila kerajaan dalam pembentangan Belanjawan 2023 baru-baru ini hanya memperuntukkan RM250 juta bagi mempromosi sektor pelancongan berbanding peruntukan RM1.6 bilion bagi menyokong usaha pemulihan industri itu akibat kesan Covid-19 pada tahun lepas.

Jumlah itu selaras dengan Tahun Melawat Malaysia pada 2025 yang menyasarkan ketibaan 23.5 juta pelancong antarabangsa dan unjuran pendapatan sehingga RM76.8 bilion. Dan ini bukan satu tugas yang mudah dan hanya mereka yang benar-benar berkemampuan dan faham akan lurah-lurah dalam industri pelancongan yang mampu menempuh cabaran itu.

-utusan online.

Tourism Malaysia Hosts Fam Trip For Vietnamese Travel Agents And Media To Malaysia

 

PUTRAJAYA, 17 March 2023 – Tourism Malaysia has taken travel agents and media from Hue, Vietnam, for a 4D3N familiarisation trip (FAM Trip) to several destinations in Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, Genting Highlands, and Selangor from 13 to 16 March 2023.

Co-hosted by GIT Tours and Travels, Cruise Tasik Putrajaya, Royale Chulan Kuala Lumpur, ibis Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Tourism Selangor, and Resorts World Genting, a total of 26 participants, comprising 23 travel agents and one media were invited on this trip.

The FAM Trip aimed to showcase Malaysia as an exciting and value-for-money destination, besides encouraging travel agents to develop attractive packages for the Vietnamese market and actively sell tour packages to Malaysia.

At the welcoming reception hosted by Cruise Tasik Putrajaya, participants were greeted by Dato’ Zainuddin Abd Wahab, Director General of Tourism Malaysia. Participants had firsthand experience exploring the Sky Mirror in Kuala Selangor and Kuala Lumpur.

At Resorts World Genting, participants were brought to the newest attraction of Genting SkyWorlds - an outdoor theme park in the highlands, followed by the Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park and experienced Awana Skyway, a 3.4-kilometre long gondola lift system which can transport 1,600 people per hour, as well as an overnight stay at Resort World Awana.

They also had the chance to meet up and get to know more about unique tourism product offerings in Selangor through a seminar organised by Tourism Selangor.

Dato’ Zainuddin Abd Wahab said, “We are very excited to welcome more international travellers to our fascinating country. Since the borders reopened, this is the first official FAM Trip from Vietnam to Malaysia.

“Vietnam remained one of Malaysia’s top international tourists generating markets in ASEAN before the pandemic. In 2019, Malaysia welcomed 400,346 arrivals from Vietnam, and we will continue to promote Malaysia as a safe holiday destination.”

-Tourism Malaysia.

Tourism Malaysia Reconnects With The Global Golf Industry At ASIA GOLF TOURISM CONVENTION (AGTC) In Japan

 

MIYAZAKI, 15 March 2023 – Tourism Malaysia is participating in the Asia Golf Tourism Convention (AGTC) 2023, the largest gathering of the golf industry in Asia, to re-establish its networking relationships with the global golf industry fraternity. The event is being held at the Seagaia Convention Centre in Miyazaki, Japan from 14th to 16th March 2023.

After being severely impacted by the pandemic, Tourism Malaysia's participation in AGTC presents an excellent opportunity to reconnect with the golf industry fraternity not just in Japan but also with players across the globe. In addition to engaging with foreign golf buyers, Tourism Malaysia representatives will also hold meetings with key Japanese agents specialising in selling golf packages. These meetings will serve as a platform to update these agents on the latest developments in Malaysia's tourism industry.

Besides Tourism Malaysia, AGTC 2023 will feature several prominent Malaysian golf industry players, including The Els Club Desaru Coast, Dalit Bay Golf and Country Club, Saujana Golf Resort, Senibong Golf Club, and Liberty Golf Services.

Malaysia offers 148 golf courses ranging from 9 to 36 holes, with the capacity to offer nearly 8 million rounds of golf annually, generating around RM450 million in revenue. Of the total number of courses available, 50 courses are of international standard, equipped with up-to-date facilities capable of hosting internationally sanctioned golf tournaments.

Malaysia successfully hosted the first AGTC in 2012 and the country was selected to host the event again in 2020, but due to the global border closures resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, the organisers were forced to postpone the event.

The AGTC is organized by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO), a global trade organization for the golf tourism industry. Established in 1997, IAGTO's membership comprises over 2,413 golf resorts, hotels, golf courses, inbound operators, airlines, tourist boards, approved media, and business partners in 91 countries, including more than 672 specialist golf tour operators in 61 countries.

IAGTO’s operators control over 87% of golf holiday packages sold worldwide and a turnover of more than USD 2.5 billion per year. Currently, of IAGTO’s 672 golf tour operators, some 388 in 51 countries sell Asian golf destinations.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Tourism Malaysia Raikan Penggiat Industri Pelancongan Domestik

 

KUALA LUMPUR, 16 Mac 2023 - Tourism Malaysia hari ini meraikan para penggiat industri pelancongan domestik terdiri daripada persatuan dan agensi pelancongan, hotel serta pengusaha produk pelancongan atas usaha berterusan menjayakan kempen promosi Cuti-Cuti Malaysia sepanjang tahun 2022.

Majlis Apresiasi Pelancongan Domestik itu telah disempurnakan oleh YB Tuan Khairul Firdaus Akhbar Khan, Timbalan Menteri Pelancongan, Seni dan Budaya. Turut hadir ialah Encik Iskandar Mirza Mohd Yusof, Pengarah Kanan Bahagian Domestik & Acara Tourism Malaysia serta Dato’ Shaharuddin Abu Sohot, Setiausaha Bahagian Kanan (Pengurusan) merangkap Ketua Pegawai Digital Kementerian Pelancongan, Seni dan Budaya.

Sebanyak 21 pameran pelancongan domestik yang dianjurkan dengan penglibatan Tourism Malaysia seperti Jerayawara Jom Cuti-Cuti Malaysia 2022, MATTA Fair 2022 dan Tourism Malaysia Travel Fair, telah berjaya menarik penyertaan sebanyak 394 agensi dan pengusaha produk pelancongan serta penginapan dari seluruh negara dengan jumlah jualan keseluruhan mencecah RM15.2 juta.

Di samping itu, di bawah Pelan Pemulihan Pelancongan 2022 (Pakej Rangsangan Ekonomi 2.0), penyaluran insentif kepada rakyat Malaysia juga diteruskan dalam bentuk penebusan diskaun, baucar dan rebat menerusi kerjasama strategik dengan penggiat industri melibatkan lima kluster iaitu kluster pengangkutan darat, kluster pengangkutan udara, kluster persatuan pelancongan, kluster penginapan dan kluster pelancongan minat khas.

“Inisiatif ini telah memanfaatkan 248,450 pengguna dalam kalangan rakyat Malaysia dengan nilai penebusan keseluruhan berjumlah RM10.9 juta manakala hasil jualan yang direkodkan adalah sebanyak RM40.67 juta,” kata YB Tuan Khairul Firdaus Akhbar Khan.

Antara rakan penggiat industri yang terlibat termasuklah syarikat penerbangan (Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, Batik Air, Firefly dan MASwings), perkhidmatan pengangkutan darat seperti KLIA Ekspres dan Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) serta persatuan pelancongan terdiri daripada Persatuan Pelancongan Domestik Malaysia (MITA), Persatuan Penggalakan Pelancongan Inbound Cina Malaysia (MICA), Persatuan Pelancongan Cina Malaysia (MCTA), Persatuan Pengembaraan dan Pelancongan India Malaysia (MITTA) dan Persatuan Syarikat Pengendalian Pelancongan Bumiputera Malaysia (BUMITRA).

Selain itu, Tourism Malaysia turut bekerjasama dengan Persatuan Taman Tema dan Pusat Hiburan Keluarga Malaysia (MATFA), Persatuan Penyelam Skuba Malaysia (MSDA), Persatuan Kampungstay & Homestay Malaysia (MKHA) serta beberapa persatuan penginapan seperti Persatuan Hotel Malaysia (MAH), Persatuan Pemilik Hotel Malaysia (MAHO), Persatuan Hotel Bajet dan Bisnes Malaysia (MyBHA) serta rangkaian Hotel Seri Malaysia.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Presiden Persatuan Homestay Malaysia terima Anugerah Terpuji Kementerian Luar Jepun

 

Sahariman Hamdan (duduk dua dari kiri) menerima anugerah yang disampaikan oleh Takahashi Katsuhiko di Kuala Lumpur baru-baru ini.

PETALING JAYA: Presiden Persatuan Homestay Malaysia,  Datuk Sahariman Hamdan, telah menerima Anugerah Terpuji Kementerian Luar Jepun atas sumbangan besar beliau dalam memupuk persahabatan antara Jepun dan Malaysia.

Majlis penyampaian telah diadakan di Kuala Lumpur baru-baru ini.

Sahariman telah berkhidmat sebagai Presiden Homestay Malaysia Persatuan sejak 1995 dan telah meningkatkan hubungan antara Jepun dan Malaysia dengan menggerakkan homestay di Malaysia selama lebih 25 tahun.

Dia juga aktif menyertai seminar pelancongan di Jepun dan menyumbang kepada pengukuhan kerjasama pelancongan dua hala dengan mempromosikan program untuk merasai pengalaman Malaysia kehidupan kampung dan eko-pelancongan.

Sebagai presiden PAMAJA (The Alumni of Friendship Program untuk Abad Ke-21 ASEAN-Jepun), beliau juga telah menganjurkan beberapa acara kebudayaan Jepun-Malaysia untuk memperingati Ulang Tahun ke-40 Pandang ke Timur Dasar (LEP40) serta menjalankan Misi Bantuan Pasca banjir dengan kerjasama Agensi Kerjasama Antarabangsa Jepun (JICA).

Pada majlis itu, Duta Besar Jepun ke Malaysia, Takahashi Katsuhiko merakamkan tahniah kepada Sahariman dan berharap hubungan mesra antara Jepun dan Malaysia akan berterusan danmendalami melalui aktiviti pelancongan dan kebudayaan pada masa hadapan.

Sahariman pula melahirkan rasa terharunya terima kasih kepada Kerajaan Jepun atas anugerah tersebut dan kepada Kementerian Pelancongan, Seni dan Budaya (MOTAC) serta Pelancongan Malaysia atas sokongan yang tidak berbelah bahagi ke arah pertumbuhan industri pelancongan. Beliau berharap untuk terus memberi motivasi lain dan melaksanakan usaha yang besar untuk mengekalkan pembangunan dua hala ini perhubungan melalui pelbagai inisiatif dan program selain pelancongan.

-utusan online.

Club Med Borneo to open late 2024

 

Club Med Singapore and Malaysia general manager Olivier Monceau. - Pic courtesy of Club Med

KUANTAN: Club Med Borneo Kota Kinabalu in Sabah will open by the end of next year.

The 17ha eco-friendly beachfront resort in Kuala Penyu will have 400 rooms, including 40 suites, and is about 90 minutes by road from the Kota Kinabalu International Airport.

Club Med Singapore and Malaysia general manager Olivier Monceau said Club Med's expansion in Malaysia through the opening of the second resort was timely and exciting.

"At the moment, the focus is on when we plan to open.

"Hopefully, we can stick to the opening date at the end of 2024, which will be a great achievement.

"The tourism market is recovering, especially after the lengthy lockdown, and we are moving in the right direction.

"The resort will be built to meet a top environmental assessment method and rating system for buildings.

"The focus will be on the environment and the people, including proper waste management and reducing carbon footprints," he said at Club Med Cherating recently.

Monceau said the resort in Sabah, a collaboration with owners Golden Sands Beach Resort City, would be a four-trident resort, with a five-trident exclusive collection on top of added services to personalise guests' stay.

Tridents is the "star" ratings at Club Med.

It was reported in 2019 that Club Med's first green resort in Sabah was supposed to have opened by late last year before the Covid-19 pandemic resulted in delays.

Meanwhile, Monceau said the Kota Kinabalu resort's design was inspired by local cultures that blended with the rainforest.

"The resort will offer plenty of activities that encourage guests to preserve the location's beauty and discover local gems.

"I think each and every location (Club Med) has its own beauty and uniqueness… you might want to experience scuba diving in Sabah, which you cannot get in Cherating.

"Guests can experience local culture at the resort without stepping out, including attending workshops and culinary classes.

"For example, at Club Med Bali, we host the Balinese Day with the famous kecak fire-and-dance show and workshops.

"At Club Med Phuket, guests can learn to cook Thai food, learn a traditional dance or take up Muay Thai (Thai boxing)."

-nst online.