Rancang Percutian Anda di MAH Domestic Tourism Fair 2026!

 

Jom kunjungi reruai Tourism Malaysia di MAH Domestic Tourism Fair 2026 dan nikmati pelbagai pengalaman menarik yang menanti anda!

Terokai promosi eksklusif hotel dan resort, pakej percutian istimewa, aktiviti mesra keluarga serta peluang memenangi hadiah menarik sepanjang pameran berlangsung.

Tarikh: 24 – 26 Julai 2026

Masa: 11.00 pagi – 9.00 malam

Lokasi: Sunway Velocity Mall, Kuala Lumpur

Jangan lupa singgah dan sertai pelbagai aktiviti menarik seperti:

> “Meet & Greet” bersama Wira & Manja,

> “Follow, Spin & Win”,

> kuiz pelancongan di pentas utama

> Dan berpeluang memenangi hadiah menarik!

Ajak keluarga dan rakan-rakan, jom meriahkan MAH Domestic Tourism Fair 2026! Jumpa anda di sana!

-Tourism Malaysia.

MAH Tourism Fair @ Sunway Velocity Mall, Kuala Lumpur ( 24 ~ 26 July 2026 )

 

Biggest Hotel Fair & Holiday Sale is Here!

Looking for your next Cuti-Cuti Malaysia getaway? This is the one event you don’t want to miss!

For 3 DAYS ONLY, enjoy exclusive travel offers, unbeatable hotel promotions, exciting giveaways and fun activities for the whole family.

Date: 24 - 26 July 2026 (Friday - Sunday)

Time: 11.00 AM - 9.00 PM

Venue: Main Atrium, Sunway Velocity Mall, Kuala Lumpur

FREE ENTRY

Here’s what awaits you:

> Exclusive hotel & resort deals

> Holiday packages at special fair prices

> RM100,000 worth of prizes & giveaways

> FREE Massage Sessions

> Live performances

> Family-friendly activities

> Exclusive promotions with SPayLater

Whether you’re planning a romantic escape, family holiday, beach retreat or weekend staycation, you’ll find amazing deals all under one roof.

REGISTER • VISIT • WIN

Register now: www.mahfair.my

Tag your travel buddy and make plans to visit together!

-MAH Tourism Fair.

MAH Tourism Fair 2026 @ East Coast Mall, Kuantan ( 29 ~ 31 May 2026 )

 

The Biggest Hotel & Travel Fair Is Coming To Kuantan!

Get ready for 3 exciting days of travel deals, hotel promotions, lucky draws, live performances, giveaways, family fun & more at the MAH Tourism Fair 2026!

Venue: East Coast Mall, Kuantan

Date: 29 – 31 May 2026

Time: 11AM – 9PM

FREE ENTRY

> Discover amazing holiday packages

> Meet hotels & tourism brands from across Malaysia

> Enjoy Harmoni Muzik Fest live performances

> Stand a chance to win lucky draws & giveaways worth RM100,000!

Bring your family & friends and experience one of Malaysia’s most exciting tourism events right here in Pahang!

-MAH Tourism Fair.

MAH Tourism Fair 2026 @ East Coast Mall, Kuantan, Pahang ( 29 ~ 31 May 2026 )

 

East Coast's Biggest Hotel & Travel Fair is Coming to Kuantan!

Planning your next holiday? Don’t miss the MAH Tourism Fair 2026, the biggest hotel & travel fair organised by the Malaysian Association of Hotels — bringing you direct deals from hotels, resorts and tourism brands across Malaysia.

Date: 29 – 31 May 2026 (Friday – Sunday)

Time: 11 AM – 9 PM

Venue: East Coast Mall, Kuantan, Pahang

Here’s what’s waiting for you:

Exclusive travel deals from hotels & resorts

FREE ENTRY for all visitors

Harmony Muzik Fest with live performances

Lucky Draws & Giveaways worth RM100,000

Shop & Claim Cash Vouchers

Bring your family and friends, plan your next cuti-cuti Malaysia trip, enjoy live entertainment, and stand a chance to win exciting prizes.

Register now: www.mahfair.my

-MAH Tourism Fair.

2026 Budget: Hoteliers confident of VM2026 success with RM500m boost

KUALA LUMPUR: Hoteliers are confident that Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (VM2026) will be a great success, following the government's allocation of RM500 million for the campaign under the 2026 Budget. 

Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) president Datin Christina Toh said today the funding, part of an overall RM700 million envelope for the tourism industry, marks a significant increase from last year and underscores the government's focus on the sector. 

"The hotel industry faced strong headwinds in 2025, with global economic uncertainty and unpredictable travel trends impacting performance. 

"Data for the first eight months of 2025 showed a 3.3 per cent drop in occupancy and a 2.9 per cent decline in average room rates compared with the same period in 2024."  

Toh said the tax incentives will strengthen the industry's recovery. 

"These include a 100 per cent tax exemption for tour operators on inbound tourism, and tax deductions of up to RM500,000 for the renovation and refurbishment of tourism premises.

"There will also be full exemptions for international incentive trips, conferences and exhibitions verified by the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry. 

"The RM1,000 personal tax relief for domestic tourism is also timely, especially with the roll-out of state and national VM2026 campaigns." 

She said MAH would continue collaborating with Tourism Malaysia on domestic travel promotions under the Cuti-Cuti Malaysia campaign, with fairs scheduled in Kuala Lumpur, Johor Baru, Penang and Pahang next year to offer hotel packages and encourage domestic travel. 

On workforce development, Toh highlighted the importance of upskilling to meet industry demands. 

"Hotels are looking forward to dedicated funding for digital and AI-related training under the RM3 billion allocation under the Human Resource Development Corporation." 

She said, however, that the allocations must be managed carefully and disbursed in a timely manner. 

"With renewed investment and focus, we are confident the sector is in recovery mode and well positioned to help Malaysia welcome 47 million visitors and generate RM329 billion in tourism receipts in conjunction with VM2026."

 -nst online.

MAH Tourism Fair ( Cuti-Cuti Hotel Fair ) @ AEON Mall Tebrau City, Johor Bahru ( 29 ~ 31 August 2025 )

 

MAH TOURISM FAIR – Johor Bahru

Cuti-Cuti Hotel Fair

Date: 29 – 31 August 2025 (Fri–Sun)

Time: 11AM – 9PM

Location: AEON Mall Tebrau City (Centre Court), JB

What’s Waiting For You?

FREE Entry

FREE Massage Sessions

FREE Caricature Drawing

FREE Live Performances @ Harmony Music Fest

FREE Cash Vouchers (Shop & Claim)

Lucky Draws & Giveaways worth RM100,000!

Unbeatable deals on hotels, resorts, travel packages, theme parks, zoos, museums & more — all under ONE ROOF!

Perfect for locals & our friends from Singapore!

Register now at www.mahfair.my

-MAH Tourism Fair.

Up to 75pc of hotel rooms in Kedah fully booked for Raya period

 

ALOR STAR: Hotel bookings in Kedah for the upcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations have reached between 60 and 75 per cent occupancy as of yesterday. 

Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) Kedah/Perlis chapter chairman Eugene Dass believes the rate could rise further as more outstation Kedahans return home for the festivities and travellers seize the long weekend to holiday. 

"As of yesterday, our members reported an occupancy rate of between 60 and 75 per cent for hotels in both Langkawi and mainland Kedah during the Hari Raya period," he said. 

"For mainland hotels, most guests are either returning to their hometowns or are regular travellers. Langkawi, on the other hand, is seeing a mix of locals returning to celebrate Hari Raya and tourists visiting for the holiday," he said.

Dass also expressed confidence that the occupancy rate would exceed 75 per cent, citing trends from previous years. 

"We expect a higher occupancy, especially with last-minute travellers adding to the demand," he said.

As the festive season approaches, thousands of outstation Kedahans have already begun their journey back to their hometowns to celebrate. 

In addition, the state government has launched the 'Visit Kedah Year 2025' campaign to further boost tourism and promote local attractions.

-nst online.

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

 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

-TTG Asia.

VM2026 campaign to contribute to nation's collective tourism success

 

KUALA LUMPUR: The Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign, launched on Monday, is set to boost hotel occupancy rates, elevate Malaysia's international profile, and contribute to the nation's collective tourism success.

"The hospitality industry is ready to support the government's aspirations. With tailored packages and an unwavering commitment to excellence, our hotels will be well-prepared to meet the needs of the anticipated influx of tourists by 2026," the Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) said in a statement.

The campaign, officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, included the unveiling of a vibrant batik-patterned logo, the "Surreal Experiences" theme song, and Malayan Sun Bear mascots named Wira and Manja. Malaysia has set an ambitious target of attracting 35.6 million visitors and generating RM147.1 billion in revenue for VM2026, exceeding the 2025 goals of 31.4 million visitors and RM77 billion in revenue.

Tourism Malaysia stated that VM2026 is designed to boost tourism revenue, enhance Malaysia's global competitiveness in the tourism sector, and solidify its role as a major contributor to the country's gross domestic product.

While MAH applauds the campaign's ambitious targets, it emphasises the critical role of effective marketing to ensure these goals are met.

MAH president Christina Toh expressed optimism, urging the government to match its high aspirations with strong promotional efforts.

"2026 is only 11 months away, which is just around the corner. Before then, it is vital for VM2026 promotional activities to reach global audiences effectively.

"As always, MAH stands ready to collaborate with the Tourism, Arts, and Culture Ministry (MOTAC) and other stakeholders to ensure the success of our national tourism efforts," she added.

As a strategic partner of VM2026, MAH remains committed to representing the hospitality industry in driving Malaysia's tourism success.

-nst online.

Bazaar Jom Cuti-cuti Malaysia 2024 @ Gurney Paragon Mall, Pulau Pinang ( 23 ~ 25 Ogos 2024 )

Tourism Malaysia melalui Bahagian Domestik & Acara menyertai BAZAAR JOM CUTI-CUTI MALAYSIA 2024

Tarikh: 23-25 Ogos 2024

Masa: 10.00 pagi hingga 9.00 malam

Tempat: Gurney Paragon Mall, Pulau Pinang

Tourism Malaysia dengan kerjasama 23 penggiat pelancongan tempatan telah menyediakan pelbagai pakej pelancongan dengan tawaran harga diskaun khas untuk pembeli semasa acara ini berlangsung.

Pengiat pelancongan yang dibawa khas adalah:-

Belum Rainforest Resort

Chocolate Museum

Crocodile Adventure Langkawi

Discover Beyond

Dreamz Travel

Farm in the City

Fraser Valley Kuala Kubu Bharu

GL Play

Glamping Park Travel & Tour

Global FAA Travel and Tour

High Baron

HolidayGoGoGo Tours

Honeyzone Langkawi

Jupeter Holidays

MLS Holidays

Monkeys Canopy Resort

Pangkor Village Beach Resort

PD Ostrich

Selangor Fruit Valley

Superpark

Tasik Cermin Ipoh

Tropical Charters

Zoo Melaka & Night Safari

Datanglah beramai-ramai ke Gurney Paragon Mall kerana pelbagai aktiviti yang menyeronokan telah disediakan oleh penganjur.

Masuk adalah percuma! Jumpa anda di sana!

-Tourism Malaysia.

Malaysian Association of Hotels celebrates milestone with first domestic travel fair

 

(From left) MAH’s Haziz Hassan and Khoo Boo Lim; Tourism Malaysia’s Amin Yahya; Negri Sembilan state’s Nicole Tan; MAH’s Christina Toh; and Tin Media’s Nuur Hidayah

The Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) will host its inaugural domestic tourism fair to mark its 50th Anniversary this year. This two-day consumer event will take place at Pavilion Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, starting on July 6.

Khoo Boo Lim, organising chairperson and vice president of MAH, revealed that the fair would showcase various state tourism pavilions, including Negri Sembilan, Pahang, and Melaka alongside presence by Tourism Malaysia.

Khoo emphasised that the fair would stand out from others in the marketplace with its exclusive focus on the inbound sector.

MAH envisions turning this fair into an annual event and expanding its reach beyond Kuala Lumpur, pending support from its members.

The event is expected to feature over 200 exhibitors from across the hospitality spectrum and attract over 10,000 visitors.

Khoo encouraged members to take the opportunity to promote their properties, especially in areas that are off the beaten track, as well as provide consumers with competitive rates.

More than 2,500 room vouchers will be distributed to visitors with any purchases made at the event.

Christina Toh, MAH president, highlighted at a press conference that participating hotels would present attractive value propositions tailored for Malaysians. These may include room-and-breakfast packages and discounted rates for second room purchases.

-TTG Asia.

MY Ramadan Experience 2024 Packages Offer Exciting Experience For Visitors

 

SHAH ALAM, 15 JANUARY 2024 – The Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture through its agency Tourism Malaysia in collaboration with Islamic Tourism Centre (ITC), Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH), and Malaysian Association of Hotel Owners (MAHO), proudly announces the launch of the highly anticipated MY Ramadan Experience packages. This immersive 4D3N or 3D2N programme offers an unparalleled opportunity to immerse oneself in the vibrant festivities of Ramadan in Malaysia.

Representing a collective effort, the programme harnesses the expertise of Tourism Malaysia, MAH, and MAHO to curate an extensive list of hotels offering enticing accommodation packages. These meticulously crafted packages include a complimentary Iftar for two, ensuring that participating hotels possess the prestigious "Halal Kitchen" certification from the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM).

MY Ramadan Experience showcases a diverse array of highlights that invite participants to explore Ramadan bazaars, indulge in Iftar at major mosques, engage in government/NGO-led Iftar programmes, experience the excitement of Hari Raya sales events, and partake in hands-on activities such as cooking bubur lambuk.

With a focus on both local and international tourists, the programme aims to highlight the allure of visiting Malaysia during this holy month. The vibrant cities of Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, and Selangor take centre stage, offering an unforgettable cultural experience.

In a concerted promotion of the programme, Tourism Malaysia has published a meticulously crafted brochure that showcases the diverse offerings of the unique 'MY Ramadan Experience 2024' and also highlights specially curated packages developed in collaboration with travel agents and product operators.

YB Deputy Minister Khairul Firdaus Akbar Khan expresses profound enthusiasm, stating, "Malaysia, with its rich Islamic heritage, diverse traditions, and warm hospitality, stands as an ideal destination for those seeking a meaningful Ramadan experience. We cordially invite tourists from around the world to experience the beauty of Malaysia during the holy month of Ramadan—a time of deep spirituality, cultural richness, and warm hospitality."

Dato' Dr. Ammar Abd Ghapar, Director General of Tourism Malaysia, echoed the sentiments of YB Deputy Minister, stating, "The MY Ramadan Experience packages signify our commitment to providing unique and enriching cultural experiences for tourists. We invite tourists to immerse themselves in the vibrant tapestry of our culture and make lasting memories during this sacred month.”

“As we prepare for the much-awaited Visit Malaysia 2026, industry players and stakeholders are welcome to develop tourism packages that showcase Malaysia’s cultural diversity, Halal food, and unique experiences alongside tourism and hospitality products and services that warmly welcome tourists from all over the world. Aside from attracting Muslim travellers, we can also introduce our unique Islamic celebrations, customs, heritage and experience to eager non-Muslim tourists,” urge Nizran Noordin, Director-General of MOTAC’s Islamic Tourism Centre (ITC).

Staying true to their words in championing Islamic Tourism in Malaysia, ITC along with the Malaysian Inbound Chinese Association (MICA) are hosting the ongoing Imam Fam Tour: Discover Muslim-Friendly Malaysia, taking place from 10 until 16 January 2024. A total of 35 Imams from 14 provinces of China are taken to familiarise themselves with the country’s hospitality and cultural diversity and share their experiences with their respective communities back home.

To explore the exciting range of options for a memorable Ramadan adventure, visit www.malaysia.travel and navigate to the Deals and Packages segment.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Promosi pelancongan negara perlu peruntukan lebih besar

 

AZIZ Hassan (empat dari kanan) dan Christina Toh (tiga dari kanan) ketika hadir pada Majlis Pelancaran Karnival MAH Negeri Sembilan Food Festival 2023 dan Promosi Jualan Sempena Ramadan di Port Dickson, semalam.-UTUSAN/MOHD. SHAHJEHAN MAAMIN.

PORT DICKSON: Sektor pelancongan negara memerlukan lebih daripada RM250 juta seperti yang diperuntukkan dalam Belanjawan 2023 bagi tujuan promosi bagi menarik pelancong dari luar negara.

Pengerusi Persatuan Hotel Malaysia (MAH) Negeri Sembilan, Haziz Hassan berkata, walaupun selepas pandemik Covid-19, kehadiran pelancong dari luar negara masih belum nampak ketara, sehubungan itu promosi produk-produk pelancongan negara harus giat dan diperhebatkan.

“Bagi saya, untuk buat promosi secara besar, RM250 juta itu memang tidak mencukupi dan tidak banyak yang boleh dibuat.

“Sekarang ini selepas pandemik, pelancong dari negara-negara asing seperti dari China, Eropah dan Jepun masih belum nampak ketara datang ke Malaysia, adalah penting untuk kita kena buat promosi yang hebat dan dalam belanjawan itu tidak boleh ada kekangan,” katanya.

Beliau berkata demikian ketika ditemui pemberita pada Majlis Pelancaran Karnival MAH Negeri Sembilan Food Festival 2023 dan Promosi Jualan Sempena Ramadan di sini semalam.

Yang turut hadir, Presiden MAH, Datin Christina Toh.

Perdana Menteri, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim yang juga Menteri Kewangan ketika membentangkan Belanjawan 2023 baru-baru ini berkata, kerajaan memperuntukkan sebanyak RM250 juta untuk mempromosi pelancongan negara mulai tahun ini.

Menurut Haziz lagi, sektor pelancongan negara sentiasa menjadi penyumbang utama kepada pendapatan negara justeru ia memerlukan peruntukan yang lebih tinggi untuk melaksanakan promosi yang hebat.

“Sekarang ini dibandingkan dengan Thailand dan Indonesia, kita sudah terkebelakang dalam aspek pelancongan.

“Saya harap sektor pelancongan dapat diberikan peruntukan yang lebih untuk buat promosi yang hebat ke negara-negara yang kita sasarkan seperti China dan India serta negara-negara Eropah,” katanya.

Sementara itu, kata beliau, penganjuran Karnival MAH Negeri Sembilan Food Festival 2023 dan Promosi Jualan Sempena Ramadan adalah usaha pihaknya bagi merancakkan lagi sektor perhotelan di negeri ini.

“Sebanyak 16 buah hotel dan resort di negeri ini telah mengambil bahagian yang turut menawarkan pelbagai promosi bufet sempena bulan Ramadan yang bakal menjelang,” katanya.

-utusan online.

Malaysia pushes for expanded visa-on-arrival facility

 

Malaysia’s tourism, arts and culture minister, Tiong King Sing, recently called on the Home Ministry to look into expanding visa-on-arrival (VOA) for all countries in order to remain competitive with other regional and global destinations.

This includes Malaysia’s traditional top two medium-haul inbound destinations, China and India.

Supporting the minister’s call to introduce VOA facilities, Christina Toh, president of Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH), shared: “It is crucial for us to draw more visitors into the country with easier access and welcoming procedures especially now at the time when tourism industry worldwide seems to be experiencing a universal reset that resulted in a more level playing field for all destinations.”

She explained that the current strict visa requirements have deterred many potential travellers from visiting Malaysia, adding that although it is important to maintain the country’s immigration policies, there is also a need “to adapt them to favourable market trends so as to not lose out on great opportunities”.

In addition, with China having reopened its borders, the industry is anticipating “a large influx in tourism and Malaysia stands to lose a lot of potential arrivals” with the existing visa process.

“MAH hopes that by giving visitors this option, it will encourage more arrivals into the country by eliminating the cost and difficulties that comes with visa applications,” said Toh.

Mint Leong, deputy president, Malaysia Inbound Tourism Association, is also in agreement, saying that it is “a great strategy to speed up tourism recovery” and one that will improve the country’s economy.

If implemented, there would be a spike in tourism arrivals; Malaysia’s “airports and tourism players have the resources to handle this”, said Leong.

Outbound operator Suka Travel & Tours’ director, Adam Kamal, noted that if the VOA takes effect, it may result in other countries reciprocating, thus allowing “Malaysians to have the same facility to enter their countries.

He added: “This will (then) help boost outbound travel to those countries.”

-TTG Asia.

Tawaran Menarik Penebusan E-Baucar Oleh Pusat-Pusat Penginapan Di Bawah Pelan Pemulihan Pelancongan 2022

KUALA LUMPUR, 13 Julai 2022 – Kementerian Pelancongan, Seni dan Budaya (MOTAC) melalui Tourism Malaysia hari ini melancarkan Pelan Pemulihan Pelancongan 2022 (PRE2.0) bagi Kluster Penginapan dalam usaha menyemarakkan pelancongan domestik seiring peralihan ke fasa endemik.

 

Pelan Pemulihan Pelancongan 2022 yang merupakan kesinambungan daripada Pakej Rangsangan Ekonomi (PRE 1.0), adalah salah satu inisiatif di bawah Pelan Pemulihan Industri Pelancongan yang melibatkan penyaluran insentif kepada rakyat Malaysia dalam bentuk diskaun, baucar dan rebat.

 

Di bawah Kluster Penginapan, dianggarkan seramai 33,830 rakyat Malaysia berpeluang menebus tawaran e-baucar bernilai antara RM50 sehingga RM100 menerusi pembelian bilik penginapan hotel secara atas talian melibatkan hotel-hotel seluruh Malaysia bermula 15 Julai 2022 sehingga 31 Disember 2022. Penebusan adalah terhad untuk tiga kali penebusan sahaja bagi setiap pemilik MyKad.

 

Antara pusat penginapan yang terlibat adalah hotel-hotel di bawah Persatuan Hotel Malaysia (MAH), Persatuan Pemilik Hotel Malaysia (MAHO), Persatuan Hotel Bajet dan Bisnes Malaysia (MyBHA) dan Rangkaian Hotel Seri Malaysia (HSM).

 

Menteri Pelancongan, Seni dan Budaya, YB Dato' Sri Hajah Nancy Shukri berkata, pelancaran inisiatif ini bertujuan menarik minat orang ramai khususnya Keluarga Malaysia untuk terus membuat tempahan bilik penginapan hotel pada harga diskaun yang istimewa dan seterusnya melaksanakan aktiviti pelancongan domestik.

 

“Kerjasama strategik yang dijalinkan oleh Tourism Malaysia bersama persatuan-persatuan ini disasarkan untuk merangsang kembali pemulihan industri pelancongan sekali gus menyumbang kepada pemulihan ekonomi negara secara keseluruhan,” katanya.

 

Persatuan Hotel Malaysia (MAH) dan Persatuan Pemilik Hotel Malaysia (MAHO) akan menawarkan e-baucar bernilai RM100 dengan nilai pembelian minimum RM150 untuk 19,900 pembeli terawal manakala Persatuan Hotel Bajet dan Bisnes Malaysia (MyBHA) menawarkan e-baucar bernilai RM50 dengan nilai pembelian minimum RM60 untuk 7,960 pembeli. Kesemua e-baucar boleh diperolehi di aplikasi Shopee.

 

Rangkaian Hotel Seri Malaysia (RHSM) pula menawarkan rebat bernilai RM50 dengan nilai pembelian minimum RM170 (bilik standard) atau RM210 (bilik keluarga) untuk 5,970 pembeli terawal. Tempahan di Rangkaian Hotel Seri Malaysia boleh dibuat secara jumpa terus (walk-in), e-mel atau telefon.

 

MOTAC melalui agensi promosi Tourism Malaysia telah melancarkan program PRE2.0 pada 17 Mei 2022 yang memberikan tawaran diskaun dan rebat di bawah sektor persatuan agensi pelancongan, pengangkutan darat, taman tema, selam skuba, inap desa dan pengangkutan udara.

 

Secara keseluruhannya, Program Pelan Pemulihan Pelancongan (PRE2.0) ini akan memberikan manfaat kepada semua Warga Keluarga Malaysia untuk menikmati inisiatif yang telah ditawarkan oleh pihak Kerajaan Malaysia.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Malaysia Tourism Council tackles labour crunch

 

To minimise the acute manpower shortage in the travel and hospitality industry, Malaysia Tourism Council (MTC) has devised a plan to share with the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia, in the hope that the ministry will take it up with the relevant government agencies.

MTC president, Uzaidi Udanis, shared with TTG Asia that the council had a meeting with travel and tourism players two weeks ago and several strategies were devised for short- and mid-term solutions to cover the transport, hospitality, F&B and retail industry.

Short-term solutions included attracting foreign interns to gain industry exposure in Malaysia and encouraging students to pursue tourism and hospitality courses upon completing their secondary education. He pointed out that hospitality and tourism institutions in Malaysia were having difficulties with recruitment.

On the manpower shortage, Zahira Tahir, founder and CEO, Universal Holidays, also shared that the problem was acute in the hospitality industry across all hotels – regardless of star ratings – throughout the country.

Due to the labour crunch, many had not been operating at full capacity, she said. Currently, it is the peak season for tourists from India and Middle East markets, domestic demand is high and many Singaporeans visit on the weekends too.

Universal Holidays had to rearrange itineraries according to room availability. She explained: “When we can’t get rooms in Genting, we do Genting as a day trip. When there are no rooms in Kuala Lumpur, we develop the itinerary with another destination first.”

Zahira also highlighted on the shortage of private vehicles to ferry tourists around as suppliers were short of drivers while some had reduced their inventory.

Meanwhile, the Malaysian Association of Hotels had reached out to the Human Resources Ministry to expedite the work permits of foreign workers, but had not received a response, reported The Star recently.

-TTG Asia.

Malaysia hotels make Covid testing easier for guests

 

The Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) in collaboration with digital health service provider, DOC2US, will provide travellers and guests at member hotels with a one-stop solution for Covid-19 testing requirements through the latter’s virtual Rapid Test Kit Intelligent System (RTKis).

Guests who book a stay at MAH participating member hotels can opt to add RTKis, which will be given to them upon check-in. The process is supervised by professional healthcare providers, and results are uploaded to the Public Health Laboratory Information System (SIMKA) integrated with MySejahtera – where travellers can also access the free Virtual Health Advisory services provided by DOC2US.

The Virtual Health Advisory is a digital hotline made available online for guests. At present, it is being introduced in some hotels in Negri Sembilan and will commence to hotels in other states later.

Currently, more than 20 MAH member hotels have signed up to offer RTKis, and are in the process of adoption.

MAH president N Subramaniam said: “While the hotel industry has yet to record significant increases in occupancy since the transition to endemic phase, we are keen to outline our commitment to elevate the travelling experience of visitors and steer the country towards endemicity by adding value to our existing in-house healthcare services through digital healthcare.”

CEO and co-founder of DOC2US, Raymond Choy, said in a press release: “The tourism and travel industry was the hardest hit during the pandemic. As a digital healthcare service provider, there are certainly more areas we can cover in order to help the tourism and hotel industry regain their footing. By starting with RTKis and Virtual Health Advisory for travellers, we can reassure them of our health and safety standards.”

Choy added that the Covid test can be conducted “conveniently and comfortably” in the hotel room within 24 hours of the guest’s arrival. “It is safe, secure and credible,” he said.

An influx of two million visitors is expected to enter Malaysia as the tourism industry recovers from Covid-19. The partnership between MAH and DOC2US is expected to facilitate travellers and make testing procedures convenient and accessible upon arrival and throughout their stay.

-TTG Asia.

Resume Cuti-Cuti Malaysia By Saving Up To RM100 With These Special Langkawi Hotel Deals

 

PUTRAJAYA, 17 September 2021 – It is time to resume our holiday plans as Tourism Malaysia, in collaboration with the Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) and Shopee Malaysia, are relaunching the “Jom Cuti-Cuti Malaysia! Experience Malaysia Like Never Before” campaign, which features special hotel deals in Langkawi beginning 16 September 2021.

This comes on the heels of the announcement that Langkawi will reopen to fully vaccinated domestic tourists as part of the government's travel bubble initiatives. Malaysians can now redeem an RM50 e-voucher for a 2-days-1-night (2D1N) stay at one to three-star rated hotels, or an RM100 e-voucher for a 2D1N stay at four to five-star rated hotels in Langkawi valid until 31^st December 2021.

Dato’ Hj. Zainuddin Abdul Wahab, Director General of Tourism Malaysia said, “The announcement by the government on the reopening of Langkawi through domestic tourism bubble is truly long-awaited news for everyone in the industry. 

The “Jom Cuti-Cuti Malaysia!” campaign serves as one of our efforts in encouraging Malaysians to have the confidence to travel once again, albeit while taking extra precautions. This pilot project is important in reviving Malaysia’s tourism supply chain, all of which were severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.”

Yap Lip Seng, CEO of MAH shared, “We understand that many are eager to travel after a prolonged period of movement restrictions. This campaign provides a great incentive for Malaysians to do so. Rest assured that all parties involved have taken the necessary precautions to provide as safe a travel experience as possible for everyone. Look out for MAH’s very own “Clean & Safe Malaysia” certified hotels for added assurance, we are ready to welcome you back.”

Meanwhile, Kenneth Soh, Senior Manager (Marketing) of Shopee Malaysia said, “We are always striving to empower local communities, and in this case the hoteliers and other industry players involved, starting with those on Pulau Langkawi. Malaysians can find offers on our platform for hotels at various price points, to accommodate tourists at all budget levels. We will also activate a specially curated search for hotel offers in Langkawi, to further ease the purchasing process of those keen on visiting the beautiful island. Although there is still a long road ahead, we believe this is a pragmatic first step for the industry to bounce back in a safe manner.”

Tourism activities and attractions at the resort island are expected to resume, subject to strict standard operating procedures (SOP) set by the National Security Council (NSC) from 16 September onwards. As announced by the Ministry of Health (MOH), those planning to visit Langkawi are required to undergo a COVID-19 test prior to their arrival. Tourists are advised to follow the latest tourism travelling SOP on NSC and MOH websites before travelling.

On top of hotel deals in Langkawi, the campaign also features hotels from other states across the country. The “Jom Cuti-Cuti Malaysia! Experience Malaysia Like Never Before” campaign was launched in December last year through Tourism Malaysia’s Stimulus Recovery Plan, together with MAH and Shopee to revive the tourism supply chain economy.

Fully vaccinated Malaysians craving a holiday can check out hotel deals in Langkawi by visiting https://shopee.com.my/m/jom-cuti-cuti-malaysia.

-Tourism Malaysia.