Strategic Engagement Session For Impactful Visit Malaysia 2026 Campaign

 

KUALA LUMPUR, 30 September 2025 – Tourism Malaysia successfully convened a three-day Strategic Engagement Session from 28–30 September, bringing together Overseas Directors from 29 full-fledged offices, four marketing representative offices, and key airline partners.

The session served as a platform to refine international marketing strategies and strengthen Malaysia’s global tourism presence in preparation for Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026).

Highlights included a special address by the Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, YB Dato Sri Tiong King Sing, town hall sessions with agencies such as MyCEB, MM2H, MOTAC, and FINAS, as well as exclusive breakout sessions with airline partners and aviation stakeholders to boost connectivity and market outreach.

Tourism Malaysia’s Director General, Datuk Manoharan Periasamy, underscored the importance of return on investment and strategic airline collaborations to expand route networks and elevate Malaysia’s standing on the global stage.

As Malaysia approaches VM2026, the engagement reaffirms the nation’s commitment to fostering stronger international ties and driving the tourism industry towards full recovery and sustained growth.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Pempengaruh bantu kempen TMM 2026, sasar pulangan RM3.7 bilion

 

PETALING JAYA – Penglibatan pempengaruh media sosial tempatan dan antarabangsa khusunya dalam kempen Tahun Melawat Malaysia 2026 (TMM 2026) memberi pulangan ekonomi yang lumayan kepada industri terbabit. 

Ini kerana kata Menteri Pelancongan, Seni dan Budaya, Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing, menerusi penganjuran All Star Influencers Fam Trip 2025, ia sudah menjana lebih 620 juta tontonan di pelbagai platform media sosial. 

Sekali gus katanya, ia mengatasi pencapaian tahun lalu yang mencatatkan 518 juta tontonan sepanjang tahun.

“Angka tersebut jelas membuktikan kekuatan promosi digital dalam melonjakkan keterlihatan Malaysia di pentas antarabangsa. Malah, ia dijangka menyumbang pulangan ekonomi mencecah RM3.7 bilion kepada negara. 

“Gabungan promosi digital dan kekayaan budaya menjadikan Malaysia destinasi yang lebih berdaya saing.

“Pembabitan pempengaruh terutama menerusi program seperti ASIA2025 akan menjadi pemacu penting untuk mengembalikan kegemilangan sektor pelancongan negara,”katanya dalam satu kenyataan. 

Mengulas lanjut, King Sing berkata, program itu membawa seramai 30 pempengaruh terkemuka dari 12 negara. 

Antaranya Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Filipina, Jepun, Korea, Pakistan, India, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Singapura dan Malaysia bagi menjejaki destinasi pelancongan tempatan yang unik serta menarik. 

“Dalam era digital, pempengaruh memiliki pengaruh besar dalam mempromosikan destinasi pelancongan. 

“Kempen ini bukan sahaja memperkukuh jenama Malaysia di peringkat global, malah memberi pulangan ekonomi yang signifikan kepada industri pelancongan negara,” katanya. 

Siri jelajah ASIA2025 telah menyinggah ke Johor, Pahang, Melaka, Selangor dan Langkawi sebelum Pulau Pinang menjadi destinasi tumpuan minggu ini. 

Antara lokasi yang diterokai termasuk Rumah P. Ramlee, Bukit Bendera, Armenian Street serta menikmati hidangan ikonik Nasi Kandar. 

Program jelajah ASIA2025 akan berakhir di Sabah pada Oktober ini, sebagai penutup yang bakal menampilkan keindahan alam semula jadi dan kepelbagaian budaya Borneo.

-Kosmo Online.

Global Travel Meet 2025 @ World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur ( 1 ~ 3 October 2025 )

 

Global Travel Meet 2025 stands as Malaysia's premier international platform for advancing the tourism industry, bringing together leaders, innovators, and stakeholders from across the globe. Hosted at the iconic World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur, this three-day business event will convene over 600 qualified buyers from ASEAN, Asia & Africa and Americas Europe & Oceania, alongside 400 Malaysian sellers representing diverse tourism products and services. 

The programme is designed to foster strategic engagement and business growth through impactful B2B sessions and insightful Tourism Seminar, creating avenues for collaboration and long-term partnerships.

-Tourism Malaysia.

7th Edition Of World Tourism Conference (WTC) Convenes In Melaka

 

MELAKA, 28TH SEPTEMBER | The Deputy Secretary-General (Tourism) of Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC), YBrs. Mr. Chua Choon Hwa, welcomed delegates with a recap of yesterday’s World Tourism Day (WTD) sessions and set the stage for the 7th WTC. He highlighted the dynamic programme ahead, featuring discussions on inclusive tourism economies, the scaling of sustainable practices and a tourism future shaped by digital technologies.

YAB Datuk Seri Utama Ab Rauf bin Yusoh, Chief Minister of Melaka, opened the conference with a keynote plenary address tracing Melaka’s transformation into a sustainable and innovative tourism destination. He underscored how the city thrives on its multiethnic, multicultural heritage while safeguarding both tangible and intangible traditions.

Building on this, YB Datuk Khaidirah binti Datuk Abu Zahar, Deputy EXCO for Investment, Industry and TVET Development, spotlighted Melaka’s UNESCO, inscribed treasures, ‘dondang sayang’, ‘pantun’, ‘silat’ and the ‘kebaya’, alongside culinary icons such as ‘asam pedas’ and ‘dodol’. She highlighted the city’s liveability gains, from bicycle lanes and pedestrian-friendly streets to the revitalised Melaka Riverfront that remains the city’s tourism lifeline. YB Datuk Khaidirah also underscored the contributions of youth volunteers and a comprehensive heritage management plan that unites local communities and institutions as initiatives that have earned Melaka international recognition, including the ASEAN Clean Tourist City Award 2024–2026.

Finally, H.E. Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, Secretary-General of ASEAN, delivered a compelling special address on tourism’s role as an engine of shared prosperity. Citing the sector’s nearly 10 percent share of global GDP and ASEAN’s 100 million tourist arrivals, he affirmed that growth and sustainability are not competing goals but twin pillars of progress. Dr. Kao framed ASEAN’s commitment around six guiding values consisting of Peace, Prosperity, Planet, People, Partnerships and Potential. He too urged member states to prioritise sustainability, inclusivity and digital innovation, emphasising that economic vitality and environmental stewardship can and must advance together.

-MOTAC.

Tourism must be catalyst for sustainability - UN Tourism

 

Hosted by the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry in collaboration with UN Tourism, the event showcased Malaysia’s rich cultural heritage, natural landscapes and commitment to sustainable tourism. - PIC CREDIT: https://www.untourism.int/

MELAKA: The 7th World Tourism Conference (WTC), held in conjunction with World Tourism Day 2025 here, marked a pivotal moment in advancing tourism as a catalyst for positive change, resilience and sustainable development worldwide, according to the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UN Tourism). 

In a statement, UN Tourism said that under the theme Tourism and Sustainable Transformation, the global gathering underscored the vital importance of the sector as leaders, policymakers, industry experts and local communities came together to shape a sustainable future for tourism. 

Hosted by the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry in collaboration with UN Tourism, the event showcased Malaysia's rich cultural heritage, natural landscapes and commitment to sustainable tourism. 

In his official message, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres described tourism as a "powerful driver of transformation" that creates jobs, fuels economies and builds cultural bridges. 

"Yet, it must be sustainable to protect the very places and communities it celebrates. Let's harness tourism as a force for resilience, sustainability and shared progress," he said. 

The statement noted that the celebrations in Melaka featured a series of activities, including high-level panel discussions and cultural showcases focused on sustainable practices and strategies to build industry resilience.

Among the key areas of focus were investing in education and skills, accelerating innovation and digital transformation, supporting local economies, and strengthening cultural exchange. 

"The WTC also provided a collaborative platform for stakeholders to discuss strategies for sustainable tourism development, focusing on resilience, inclusivity and environmental stewardship. 

"Key sessions explored digital transformation in tourism, community-based tourism models and climate-neutral travel solutions, aligning with the theme Tourism and Sustainable Transformation," it said.

-nst online.

Malaysian Tourism Federation calls for grants for Visit Malaysia Year 2026

 

KOTA KINABALU 14 JANUARI 2025 Keindahan Pulau Sibuan, Taman Marin Tun Sakaran menjadi tarikan pelancong di Semporna. Pix ihsan Kementerian Pelancongan, Kebudayaan dan Alam Sekitar Sabah

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Tourism Federation has called on the government to provide grants to industry players, tourism associations, and the media to effectively promote Visit Malaysia Year 2026, ahead of Budget 2026, which will be tabled on Oct 10. 

Its president, Dr Sri Ganesh Michiel, said that providing allocations to upgrade airports, transport systems, tourism facilities, and accessibility in tourist destinations was key to a seamless visitor experience to further attract tourists. 

"The MTF proposes the introduction of a Direct Promotion Grant for registered and licensed tourism operators. This grant would provide much-needed funding and guidance to prepare promotional materials, strengthen branding, and increase visibility in both domestic and international markets," he said. 

"To maximise industry impact, the MTF also calls for special incentives or grants for associations, recognising their role as frontline mobilisers of members. Associations ensure compliance, coordinate collective promotions, and drive nationwide participation in tourism campaigns," he added in a statement today. 

Additionally, he said that a media promotion grant to both traditional and digital outlets would be able to build international awareness of Malaysia's gems. 

The federation's president also said that the existing "Geran Sokongan Sektor Kebudayaan" and the "Geran Sokongan Sektor Pelancongan" cannot stand alone to guarantee industry readiness ahead of Visit Malaysia Year 2026.

He added that allocations for digital exposure and modern marketing were also vital in penetrating the modern market of global travellers. 

The federation further urged the government to take strict enforcement action against illegal and unlicensed providers and prevent revenue leakage by ensuring transparent collection of Tourism Tax at all airports and international entry and exit points. 

He also called on the government to ensure that all tourist contributions are fully channelled back into the tourism ecosystem.

-nst online.

PM: Malaysia eyes green, world-class tourism

 

image: UN Tourism

MELAKA: Malaysia is committed to developing a world-class, sustainable and resilient tourism industry by prioritising environmental preservation and empowering communities, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. 

He said the nation's biodiversity and unique strengths must be harnessed to attract global visitors without harming natural heritage. 

"Malaysia is one of 12 mega-biodiversity countries in the world, with more than 15,000 plant species, 175,000 fauna species, tropical rainforests, mangroves and coral reefs. 

"Protecting the environment is a global trust, and when ecosystems thrive, they become natural attractions for tourists." 

His speech was delivered by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof at the launch of World Tourism Day and the 7th World Tourism Conference in Banda Hilir here. 

Present were Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh; Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing; and UN World Tourism Organisation secretary-general Zurab Pololikashvili.

Anwar said nature-based tourism remains a priority, along with adventure, Muslim-friendly, medical and wellness tourism. 

He added that educational travel, business events and digital nomad hubs are potential growth areas. 

The government is promoting recycling models and revenue-sharing mechanisms to channel tourism earnings back into maintaining infrastructure and ecosystems, he added. 

On carbon emissions, he said aviation accounts for nearly half of the global tourism industry's direct emissions. 

"Malaysia's first biomass-based sustainable aviation fuel plant is expected to begin operations in 2027, creating green industries and jobs." 

Anwar said that empowering grassroots communities is central to sustainable tourism. 

He cited Batu Puteh in Sabah and Mersing in Johor as examples of successful eco-tourism and coastal tourism initiatives supported by government, non-governmental organisations and international partners. 

"As Asean chair in 2025, Malaysia will push for smoother travel, harmonised standards and stronger regional sustainability frameworks," he said.

-nst online.

Majlis Perasmian 'Visit Malaysia Travel Meet' (VMTM) 2025

 

MELAKA, 26 SEPTEMBER |  Bersempena dengan sambutan 'World Tourism Day 2025' dan 'World Tourism Conference 2025', Lembaga Penggalakan Pelancongan Malaysia (Tourism Malaysia) julung-julung kalinya menganjurkan 'Visit Malaysia Travel Meet 2025' (VMTM 2025) pada 26 hingga 28 September 2025 bertempat di Melaka International Trade Centre (MITC).

Pameran pelancongan ini menghimpunkan lebih 180 pempamer dengan tawaran pakej pelancongan eksklusif serta harga istimewa melalui dua segmen utama:

'Business-to-Business' (B2B) pada 26 September 2025 – melibatkan penggiat industri & syarikat korporat

'Business-to-Consumer' (B2C) pada 27 & 28 September 2025 – terbuka kepada orang ramai

VMTM 2025 telah dirasmikan oleh YAB Datuk Seri Utama Ab Rauf Yusoh, Ketua Menteri Melaka dan turut dihadiri oleh YB Dato Sri Tiong King Sing, Menteri Pelancongan, Seni dan Budaya.

Penganjuran ini bukan sahaja memperkukuh industri pelancongan domestik, malah menyokong sasaran 280 juta pelawat domestik pada tahun 2025 serta memperhebat promosi menuju Tahun Melawat Malaysia 2026 (VM2026).

-MOTAC.

Line Up of Programmes in Conjunction with the World Tourism Day (WTD) and World Tourism Conference (WTC) 2025 in Melaka

 

-MOTAC.

Perpatih Fest 2025 @ Muzium Negeri, Seremban, Negeri Sembilan ( 10 ~ 12 Oktober 2025 )

 

Tarikh: 10 hingga 12 Oktober 2025  (Jumaat, Sabtu & Ahad)

Masa: 9.00 pagi – 10.00 malam

Lokasi: Muzium Negeri, Seremban, Negeri Sembilan

Dengan tema:

“Adat Dihayati, Warisan Dilestari”

Perpatih Fest 2025 kembali lagi! Selama 3 hari penuh, pelbagai aktiviti dan pengisian menarik menanti anda yang menghimpunkan keunikan Luak dan Wilayah Adat di Negeri Sembilan, serta penglibatan masyarakat pelbagai kaum.

Antara pengisian menarik:

> Seminar Antarabangsa

> Forum Perdana

> Malaysia Book Of Record(MBR)

> Malam Gala Perpatih

> Demonstrasi Masakan Tradisional & Jualan Luak dan Wilayah Adat Negeri Sembilan

> Demonstrasi Masakan & Jualan Masyarakat Cina, India dan Orang Asli

> Persembahan Kebudayaan & Kesenian Luak dan Wilayah Adat Negeri Sembilan

> Persembahan Kebudayaan & Kesenian Masyarakat India & Orang Asli

> Pertandingan Ghentak Balai (Sewang) Orang Asli

> Pertandingan Pakaian Tradisional Orang Asli

> Perkampungan Budaya Orang Asli Negeri Sembilan

> Reruai Antarabangsa

> Pameran Jabatan & Agensi

> Produk Tempatan IKS

> Jualan Rahmah MADANI

> Karnival Masakan Rentas Negeri

> Wacana Senjata Warisan Alam Melayu

> Perpatih Tech Summit 25

> Demonstrasi Permainan Tradisional

> Popatih Chalen Puspanita dan Bakriyah

> Pertandingan Mewarna dan Berbusana Tradisional Kanak-kanak

> Cabutan Nombor Bertuah

…dan banyak lagi!

Jangan lepaskan peluang untuk:

> Menyaksikan keunikan adat dan warisan Negeri Sembilan

> Mempelajari seni budaya masyarakat pelbagai kaum

> Merasai kelazatan masakan tradisional Luak

> Mencuba sendiri aktiviti yang menarik dan menghiburkan

Semua dijemput beramai-ramai bagi menghadiri, tak kira tua atau muda, dari dalam atau luar Negeri Sembilan – malah pelancong antarabangsa sekalipun untuk bersama-sama memeriahkan Perpatih Fest 2025, bersempena Tahun Melawat Malaysia 2026 dan Tahun Melawat Negeri Sembilan 2026.

Ayuh! Moh dogheh kito pakat ghamai-ghamai ko Perpatih Fest 2025!

-Muzium Negeri Sembilan.

Welcoming Batik Air Inaugural Flight from Seoul (Incheon) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA)

 

SABAH,13 September 2025 - Batik Air officially launched its new direct service from Seoul (Incheon) to Kota Kinabalu on 12 September 2025, with the inaugural flight arriving at KKIA.

The arrival was warmly welcomed by Ms. Tay Shu Lan, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Sabah Tourism Board (STB), Mr. Lee Thai Hung, Deputy Director General (Promotion II) of Tourism Malaysia, Mr Suresh Vanan, Batik Air’s Head of Communications and Promotion and Ms. Haryanty Abu Bakar, Director of Tourism Malaysia Sabah together with representatives from the airport authorities.

The new service will operate three times weekly using a 175-seater Boeing 737-800 aircraft.

South Korea remains one of Sabah’s largest and fastest-growing source markets, recording 192,059 arrivals in 2024 and more than 103,000 arrivals from January to July 2025. This new route is expected to further boost arrivals and support the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Taiping Bird Race 2025 @ Zoo Taiping & Night Safari, Perak ( 11 ~ 12 Oktober 2025 )

 

Taiping Bird Race 2025 – Hadiah Wang Tunai Terkumpul Dinaikkan!

Tarikh: 11 – 12 Oktober 2025

Masa: 8.00 pagi

Lokasi: Pavilion Zoo Taiping & Night Safari

Kategori Terbuka

Johan: RM1,500 + Piala + Baucer Percuma Tiket Masuk Zoo + Sijil Penyertaan

Naib Johan: RM1,000 + Piala + Baucer Percuma Tiket Masuk Zoo + Sijil Penyertaan

Tempat Ketiga: RM800 + Piala + Baucer Percuma Tiket Masuk Zoo + Sijil Penyertaan

Tempat 4–8 (Hadiah Saguhati): RM300 + Piala + Baucer Diskaun Tiket Masuk Zoo + Sijil Penyertaan

Semua Peserta: Baucer Diskaun & Sijil Penyertaan

Kategori Pelajar Sekolah Menengah

Johan: RM300 + Piala + Baucer Percuma Tiket Masuk Zoo + Sijil Penyertaan

Naib Johan: RM200 + Piala + Baucer Percuma Tiket Masuk Zoo + Sijil Penyertaan

Tempat Ketiga: RM100 + Piala + Baucer Percuma Tiket Masuk Zoo + Sijil Penyertaan

Tempat 4–23 (20 Hadiah Saguhati): RM50 + Baucer Diskaun Tiket Masuk Zoo + Sijil Penyertaan

Semua Peserta: Baucer Diskaun & Sijil Penyertaan

Tarikh tutup penyertaan: 30 September 2025 (12.00 tengah hari)

Daftar sekarang: https://forms.gle/h2pNNwcjCGD7ZnQP7

Ayuh sahut cabaran! Siapa paling pantas & tepat merekodkan spesies burung liar di Taiping?

-Zoo Taiping & Night Safari.

Pahang eyes Indian travellers through first tourism roadshows in New Delhi, Chennai

 

KUANTAN: The state government, for the first time, will host tourism roadshows at two major cities in India this week to attract more travellers from the country to the east coast state. 

The roadshows, which would showcase Pahang's rich cultural heritage, pristine rainforests and diverse attractions, will be held in New Delhi tomorrow and in Chennai on Sept 26. 

State Unity, Tourism and Culture Committee chairman Leong Yu Man said the programmes would focus on business-to-business networking involving India-based travel agents, tourism operators, airlines and media partners. 

"The roadshows aim to strengthen strategic cooperation between the tourism industries of Pahang and India, creating opportunities for the arrival of more visitors through well-structured holiday packages. 

"We want to position Pahang as a must-visit destination for Indian travellers in conjunction with Visit Malaysia Year 2026, while reinforcing the state's image as 'The Heart of Malaysia'," she said in a statement today. 

Leong said the initiative went beyond promoting tourism, as it would also help build connectivity, strengthen cooperation and share Pahang's unique stories with the people of India.

She said that the programme would also highlight the state as a preferred destination for the meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE), weddings and honeymoons, sporting events and niche tourism tailored to specific interests. 

Iconic tourist attractions to be showcased included Fraser's Hill, Genting Highlands and Cameron Highlands as highland retreats; Cherating and Pulau Tioman as exotic beach destinations; Taman Negara National Park, one of the world's oldest rainforests; and the newly introduced rail tourism.

-nst online.

Trip.com grows Malaysia support hub amid regional expansion

 

Trip.com has expanded its Malaysia Customer Support Center, two years after it was first established, making it a key hub in the company’s regional operations. 

The company has about 16,000 representatives across 16 support centres worldwide, providing 24/7 multilingual customer support. Most calls and chats related to flights and hotels are answered within 30 seconds.

The expanded centre handles 24/7 customer service, responding to most flight and hotel queries within 30 seconds

Since its establishment in 2023, the Malaysia Customer Support Center has grown tenfold and now supports a range of Trip.com products, playing a critical role in the platform’s regional operations. 

Ninety per cent of customer after-sales requests received responses within 30 minutes to one hour, with more than 85 per cent of incidents resolved on the first attempt. Trip.com currently holds a Trustpilot rating of 4.4 out of 5. 

Trip.com Group, founded 25 years ago, has prioritised a balance of technological innovation and human service. The expansion of the Malaysia Customer Support Center is part of the group’s regional growth strategy. 

“Automation enhances speed and efficiency, but at Trip.com we never lose sight of the human touch,” said Arvin Singh, senior service manager of Trip.com Malaysia. “As a fully Malaysian team, we have the expertise – from local languages to cultural nuances – needed to better understand our customers and their needs. By combining this with cutting-edge technology, we’re able to provide personalised, effective solutions and help our customers feel truly supported.” 

Stephane Thong, general manager of Trip.com Malaysia, said, “Malaysia and South-east Asia are among our most important markets, contributing to the company’s steady growth performance. Expanding our customer service operations here reflects our long-term vision of making Malaysia a hub not only for customer support, but in driving travel innovation, talent development, and collaboration with local industry partners. We see tremendous potential in strengthening the local tourism ecosystem, attracting more international visitors, and ensuring that every traveller who engages with Trip.com enjoys a seamless and memorable journey.” 

She added: “With Visit Malaysia Year 2026 just around the corner, Trip.com remains strongly committed to supporting the country’s tourism ambitions. Through our platform, we aim to amplify Malaysia’s visibility on the global stage and enhance the travel experience for all.”

-TTG Asia.

Persembahan Istimewa Sempena Peluncuran Tahun Melawat Malaysia 2026 @ Encore Melaka ( 27 September 2025 )

 

Persembahan Ikonik di Bumi Melaka!

Jom sama-sama meriahkan Pelancaran Tahun Melawat Malaysia 2026 dengan persembahan istimewa daripada dua bintang tersohor tanah air – Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza dan Misha Omar!

Tarikh: 27 September 2025 (Sabtu)

Masa: 6.00 Petang

Lokasi: Encore Melaka

Semua dijemput hadir!

Mari kita raikan detik bersejarah ini bersama-sama. Jangan lepaskan peluang keemasan ini!

-Tourism Melaka.

Malaysia Airlines Partners with Corporate Information Travel to Deliver Seamless Travel Experiences for Sports Enthusiasts in ASEAN Through MHsports

 

Malaysia Airlines is pleased to announce a strategic collaboration with Corporate Information Travel (CIT) through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), aimed at elevating sports tourism across the ASEAN region under MHsports, a product tailored for sports enthusiasts. 

This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to strengthening the travel ecosystem surrounding sports tourism and major sporting events. By focusing on the ASEAN region, Malaysia Airlines and CIT aim to develop integrated travel solutions that enhance regional sporting experiences and encourage cross-border travel. 

Dersenish Aresandiran, Chief Commercial Officer of Airlines from Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) said, “Through our collaboration with CIT via MHsports, Malaysia Airlines is making it easier for sports enthusiasts to travel across ASEAN and participate in regional events. By combining our network and service excellence with CIT’s expertise in tailored travel solutions, we aim to elevate the sports tourism experience and ensure seamless travel for fans and participants throughout the region.” 

Foo Sze Zhaun, Executive Director, Corporate Information Travel said, “We are proud to collaborate with Malaysia Airlines on this meaningful initiative to strengthen the region’s sports tourism landscape. As CIT marks its 40th anniversary this year, this partnership reflects our continued commitment to innovating and evolving with the needs of today’s travellers with MHsports. 

This collaboration goes beyond travel; it’s about creating impactful journeys that connect athletes, fans, and communities across borders. From golf and football to rugby and even emerging sports like pickleball, we believe regional sports events have the power to unite people and drive tourism growth across ASEAN. CIT is excited to expand our support for these events through thoughtfully curated travel solutions that make participation more accessible, rewarding, and enjoyable for all.” 

Through MHsports, the collaboration will create exciting opportunities for all sports enthusiasts — whether they are professional athletes, play recreationally, or simply enjoy supporting their favourite teams. Travellers can look forward to curated travel packages that bundle flights, accommodations, and access to international sports tournaments and events. To further encourage participation in regional and international competitions, Special airfares and group rates will also be offered to encourage participation in regional and international sports competitions. In addition, joint promotions and marketing campaigns across ASEAN will help raise awareness, drive engagement, and enhance fan experiences across a wide variety of sports. 

Together, Malaysia Airlines and CIT are set to make a lasting impact on sports tourism in the region. By combining their expertise and resources, both organisations aim to create seamless, engaging travel experiences that connect sports enthusiasts to regional events while promoting ASEAN as a vibrant destination for sports and tourism. This exciting initiative marks the beginning of a dynamic collaboration that promises to strengthen the sports travel ecosystem and inspire greater participation across the region.

-Malaysia Airlines.

Sabah & Labuan Meet East Coast Roadshow 2025 Kicks Off in Kota Bharu

 

Tourism Malaysia officially launched the Sabah & Labuan Meet East Coast Roadshow 2025 in Kota Bharu on 21 September, with the next session set for Kuantan on 23 September.

Organised in collaboration with the Sabah Tourism Board and Labuan Corporation, the initiative provides a strategic platform to strengthen industry partnerships and boost travel flows between the East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia and Sabah and Labuan.

With B2B sessions, knowledge-sharing presentations, and the participation of more than 100 East Coast buyers, the programme underscores ongoing efforts to diversify tourism packages and enhance interstate collaboration in support of Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026).

-Tourism Malaysia.

Hari Terbuka FRIM 2025 @ FRIM Kepong ( 4 Oktober 2025 )

 

Jom sertai HARI TERBUKA FRIM 2025 sempena Ulang Tahun ke-40 FRIM untuk menikmati keindahan alam semula jadi dan menyertai pelbagai aktiviti menarik bersama keluarga.

Tarikh: 4 Oktober 2025 (Sabtu)

Masa: 9.00 pagi - 3.00 petang

Lokasi: Auditorium, FRIM, Kepong

Masuk adalah PERCUMA!

Antara aktiviti yang menanti anda:

> Lawatan Berpandu ke Denai Alam

> Pameran Penyelidikan Perhutanan

> Lawatan Herbarium, Makmal & Galeri Penyelidikan

> Jualan Anak Pokok

> Jualan Makanan & Minuman

> Permainan Interaktif

> FRIMazingRace

> Free Market (Beri dan Ambil)

> Pocket Talk

dan banyak lagi!

-FRIM.

Patuhi garis panduan tapak RV demi keselamatan dan kepentingan awam

 

Aiman Athirah (tengah) merasmikan tapak kenderaan rekreasi (RV) di Pantai Bahan Lalang Sepang sempena Pesta Pantai Bahan Lalang 2025. - Foto Samadi Ahmad

SEPANG: Garis panduan tapak kenderaan rekreasi (RV) perlu dijadikan rujukan semua pihak berkepentingan bagi memastikan pembangunan tapak berkenaan selamat dan teratur selain menjaga kepentingan orang awam. 

Timbalan Menteri Perumahan dan Kerajaan Tempatan Datuk Aiman Athirah Sabu berkata, peminat dan pengguna RV disaran mengutamakan pengurusan berhemah serta kelestarian alam sekitar supaya tidak timbul sebarang gangguan kepada masyarakat setempat. 

Katanya, aktiviti RV bukan sahaja mendorong peningkatan pemilikan kenderaan itu, malah berpotensi merancakkan ekonomi penduduk setempat melalui penciptaan peluang pekerjaan baharu. 

"Garis panduan ini bukan sahaja akan mengawal industri RV, tetapi juga meningkatkan daya tarikan Malaysia sebagai destinasi pelancongan berorientasikan alam dan pengembaraan," katanya pada majlis perasmian Tapak Garis Panduan RV sempena Pesta Pantai Bagan Lalang 2025, di sini, hari ini.

Turut hadir, Yang Dipertua Majlis Perbandaran Sepang (MPSepang), Dr Ani Ahmad. 

Aiman Athirah yang juga Ahli Parlimen Sepang berkata, industri RV kini semakin berkembang dan mendapat tempat sebagai mod perjalanan serta rekreasi moden.

Katanya, garis panduan RV disediakan PLANMalaysia pada Ogos tahun lalu bagi menangani jurang peraturan dan kekurangan infrastruktur, sekali gus mengukuhkan pertumbuhan mampan sektor RV negara. 

Beliau menjelaskan, PLANMalaysia berperanan membentuk peraturan pembangunan termasuk menyediakan kerangka menyokong sektor berkenaan yang sedang giat berkembang. 

PPBG 2025 anjuran MPSepang memasuki edisi ke enam bermula semalam hingga hari ini dengan menyediakan lebih 27 aktiviti menarik antaranya aktiviti sukan, sukan rakyat, kebudayaan serta pameran.

-berita harian online.

Maintain VM2026 promotions, say tourism players

 

KUANTAN: The expectations for Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) are high at the Cuti-Cuti Malaysia Carnival at Kuantan City Mall. 

Travel agency Tapak X Holiday chief executive officer Shayuti Juhari, who is one of the exhibitors at the carnival, said the government should maintain its tourism promotion momentum until next year. 

“I have been actively promo­ting local tourism in several ­foreign countries throughout this year. The buzz generated so far is quite positive. 

“Such strong momentum must be maintained until next year to further leverage the Malaysian tourism industry in conjunction with VM2026,” he said. 

Another exhibitor, Lop Isma Abdul Ismail, said he hopes for more programmes like the ­Cuti-Cuti Malaysia Carnival to be held. 

“Events like this can help boost awareness among travellers on the tourism packages we provide as we get direct link to them,” said the tour manager of Haniff Travel Services Sdn Bhd. 

Exhibitor Muhammad Danial Khairil Annuar said Tourism Malaysia should come up with more tourism packages or attractions that are Muslim-friendly.

“This way, we can attract more Muslim tourists to Malaysia throughout VM2026,” said the exhibitor from Grand Darul­makmur Hotel which is based in Kuantan. 

Meanwhile, Zulazlan Hamidon, 46, who visited the carnival with his family of six, said he hopes for more attractions to be introduced to boost tourism next year. 

“My family and I often go ­travelling during the holidays. I hope there are more attractions and places for us to explore at a competitive price,” he said. 

The carnival, co-organised by Star Media Group Bhd and Tourism Malaysia, will run until tomorrow. 

It features 57 Malaysian exhibitors from several industries including food, handicrafts, travel agencies and hotels. 

Besides the exhibition, visitors are also entertained by various performances including traditional dances and musicians.

-thestar online.

Festival Permainan Malaysia 2025 @ Putrajaya ( 25 ~ 28 September 2025 )

 

Festival Permainan Malaysia 2025 kini di Putrajaya.

Jom kembali ke nostalgia kampung dulu-dulu dengan permainan tradisonal yang pastinya dapat mengimbau nostalgia zaman kanak-kanak.

Siapa dulu dia juara main kelereng, congkak, dam haji, batu seremban ataupun gusti lengan? Jom kita lawan!!!

Jadual dah keluar ni. Save Your Date!!!

Tarikh: 25 - 28 September 2025

Masa: 7.00 pagi - 11.00 malam

Lokasi: Dataran Putrajaya, W.P. Putrajaya

-Jabatan Kebudayaan Dan Kesenian Negara.

Domestic tourism up 7.8pct year-on-year in Q2 – DOSM

 

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia recorded 73.8 million domestic visitors in the second quarter of 2025, an increase of 7.8 per cent compared with the same period last year, according to a report released today by the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM). 

The report, based on the Malaysia Domestic Tourism Survey (DTS) for the second quarter of 2025 and the annual 2024 statistics by state, also showed that domestic visitor numbers rose 5.8 per cent on a quarter-on-quarter basis from the first quarter of 2025. 

Meanwhile, the number of domestic tourists in the second quarter of 2025 stood at 27.4 million, up 4.2 per cent compared with the first quarter of 2024. 

"Correspondingly, domestic tourism expenditure amounted to RM29.2 billion in the second quarter of 2025, reflecting a modest year-on-year growth of 3.8 per cent.

"However, it registered a slight quarter-on-quarter decline of 0.6 per cent," DOSM said in a statement. 

Chief Statistician Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin said in terms of domestic tourism performance by state in 2024, Selangor recorded the highest number of domestic visitors at 34.5 million, followed by the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur (27.0 million) and Perak (21.8 million). 

"Perak also registered the highest number of tourist arrivals, rising by 36.1 per cent to 10.2 million visitors compared to 7.5 million in the previous year," he said, adding that in line with the positive growth in domestic visitor arrivals, all states recorded an increase in tourism receipts. 

Selangor registered the highest domestic tourism receipts in 2024 at RM14.2 billion, marking a 28.1 per cent increase from RM11.1 billion in 2023. This was followed by the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur with RM14.1 billion, compared to RM11.0 billion previously. 

Pahang and Sabah also posted strong growth, with tourism receipts rising to RM8.7 billion (2023: RM6.7 billion) and RM8.6 billion (2023: RM6.7 billion), respectively. 

"Shopping remained the main contributor to tourism receipts, with a total of RM39.9 billion. The Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur led with RM6.8 billion, followed by Selangor (RM6.1 billion) and Sarawak (RM3.2 billion). 

"Food and beverage were the second-largest contributor, amounting to RM17.3 billion. Selangor led in this category with RM2.2 billion, followed by Kuala Lumpur (RM2.1 billion) and Perak (RM1.5 billion)," he said. 

Mohd Uzir said the rise in tourism receipts across all states reflects sustained demand for travel-related goods and services, particularly in shopping and food and beverage activities.

-nst online.