Tourism Malaysia Continues Impactful Roadshow To Australia | Second Stop In Sydney

 

SYDNEY — Building on the momentum from its successful first stop in Melbourne, Tourism Malaysia continued its Roadshow to Australia with the second city programme held in Sydney on 27 August 2026. The initiative forms part of Tourism Malaysia’s ongoing efforts to strengthen international tourism ties and intensify promotional activities for Visit Malaysia 2026–2027 (VM2026–2027).

Led by Mr Mohamad Libra Lee Haniff, Director of International Promotion Division (Americas, Europe & Oceania), the Sydney programme highlighted key tourism pillars including VM2026–2027, the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme, and Malaysia’s medical tourism offerings through the Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC).

The delegation comprised 20 Malaysian organisations, representing travel agencies, hotels and resorts, tourism product operators, associations, and MM2H agents. The Sydney session recorded an encouraging turnout of approximately 170 Australian buyers, bringing the total number of buyers engaged across both Melbourne and Sydney to around 300. This strong participation underscores the continued interest of the Australian market and provides an expanded platform for Malaysian industry players to forge new partnerships, strengthen existing business ties.

The networking dinner in Sydney also featured engaging cultural elements, including a lucky draw session and a lively batik and kain pelikat fashion showcase, offering guests a colourful glimpse into Malaysia’s heritage while enhancing the overall event experience.

Through this second-city roadshow, Tourism Malaysia continues to reinforce collaboration with Australian tour operators, hotels, airlines, and ensuring Malaysia remains a preferred destination not only for leisure travel but also for long-stay programmes, cultural exchanges, and lifestyle migration.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Strenghening Partnership With Luxury Escapes (LE)

 

Tourism Malaysia expressed its appreciation for the strong partnership established with Luxury Escapes and highlighted the potential for expanding collaborative efforts to drive more high-end bookings to Malaysia.

The discussion focused on understanding current preferences among Australian luxury travellers and identifying how Malaysia can be positioned more attractively within this segment. Luxury Escapes shared several market insights, noting strong growth for Kuala Lumpur, with Langkawi and Pangkor Laut emerging as standout leisure destinations.

They also provided a general overview of several hotels that are performing well among their travellers, offering useful insights that may help Tourism Malaysia refine future promotional strategies. Luxury Escapes further emphasised its global strength, supported by a membership base of 9 million loyal & high-value travellers.

Both parties also discussed several collaborative programme ideas planned for 2027, aimed at strengthening Malaysia’s visibility and desirability among premium Australian travellers.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Malaysia Strengthens Australian Travel Trade Partnerships Through Roadshow To Australia

 

MELBOURNE — In a bold step to further strengthen international tourism ties and amplify momentum for the ongoing Visit Malaysia 2026-2027 (VM2026–2027) campaign, Tourism Malaysia has kicked off an impactful Roadshow to Australia. The roadshow runs in Melbourne (25 August) and Sydney (27 August), bringing together industry leaders and tourism stakeholders to strengthen tourism partnerships and showcase Malaysia’s vibrant tourism offerings under the unifying banner of Malaysia MADANI. 

Spearheaded by Mr Mohamad Libra Lee Haniff, Director of International Promotion Division (Americas, Europe and Oceania), the Roadshow to Australia promotes VM2026–2027, the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme, and Malaysia’s medical tourism through the Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC), in an effort to elevate the nation’s reputation and image as a sustainable and culturally rich travel destination. 

The Malaysian delegation comprises 20 organisations, including travel agencies, hotels and resorts, associations, and MM2H agents, united in their goal to boost business opportunities through business-to-business (B2B) meetings, Malaysian Trade Evening sessions, and strategic networking events. Across both Melbourne and Sydney, the roadshow is expected to attract an estimated 300 buyers, further strengthening engagement and expanding Malaysia’s reach within the Australian market. These sessions aim to promote Malaysia’s multicultural appeal, modern infrastructure, and continued commitment to sustainable tourism. 

Malaysia remains a leading travel destination in the Australian market, with visitor interest continuing to grow. As of June 2026, Malaysia recorded a total of 252,086 Australian visitors, representing an 8.1 per cent increase compared with 233,147 visitors from the same market in the corresponding period last year. This strong performance reflects the resilience and growing importance of the Australian market in sustaining Malaysia’s tourism momentum and broadening its global appeal. 

Mr Mohd Amirul Rizal Abdul Rahim said, “Australia remains one of Malaysia’s key medium-haul markets, and this mission is a timely opportunity to renew partnerships and invite more Australians to rediscover Malaysia. With Visit Malaysia 2026 now in full swing and continuing into 2027, we are intensifying efforts to attract high-value travellers who appreciate our diversity, hospitality, and evolving tourism experiences.” 

Through this roadshow, Tourism Malaysia will continue to solidify partnerships with Australian tour operators, airlines, and media, ensuring Malaysia remains a preferred destination not only for holidays but also for long-stay programmes, cultural exchanges, and lifestyle migration. 

The Roadshow to Australia serves as a pivotal platform to deepen Australia–Malaysia tourism ties while showcasing Malaysia’s cultural heritage, hospitality, and sustainable offerings, in line with VM2026–2027. This roadshow also reinforces the nation’s standing as a leading travel destination in the Asia-Pacific region, attracting travellers seeking enriching and culturally immersive experiences.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Memperkukuh Kerjasama Promosi Malaysia Di Australia

 

MELBOURNE, 25 Ogos 2026 — Delegasi Tourism Malaysia telah mengadakan kunjungan hormat kepada Pejabat Konsul Jeneral Malaysia di Melbourne. Turut hadir ialah Pengarah Tourism Malaysia Sydney serta wakil daripada MM2H MOTAC yang menyertai Roadshow to Australia.

Pertemuan ini menjadi platform untuk membincangkan perkembangan semasa industri pelancongan Malaysia serta meneroka kerjasama baharu bersama Pejabat Konsul Jeneral, termasuk sokongan strategik dalam memperluas capaian pasaran dan memantapkan hubungan industri. Kedua‑dua pihak turut bertukar pandangan mengenai hala tuju kerjasama masa depan, merangkumi usaha memperkenalkan keunikan budaya asli Malaysia, memperluas program libat urus awam (B2C), serta meneroka kerjasama dengan institusi pendidikan di Australia melalui aktiviti budaya seperti pengenalan seni dan muzik tradisional.

Tourism Malaysia merakamkan penghargaan atas sokongan berterusan Pejabat Konsul Jeneral Malaysia di Melbourne dalam membantu memperkukuh usaha promosi dan pemasaran Malaysia di Australia. Kerjasama erat ini amat signifikan dalam memastikan Malaysia terus menjadi destinasi pilihan dalam kalangan pelancong Australia.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Receiving Ceremony For Batik Air’s Inaugural Flight From Sydney To Kuala Lumpur

 

KUALA LUMPUR - Tourism Malaysia together with Batik Air representatives organized a receiving ceremony at KLIA Terminal 1 on 2 July 2026 to celebrate the new direct flight route from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur, marking the significance of this new service in enhancing air connectivity and supporting the ongoing Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign. Passengers were warmly welcomed with special goodie bags and the Visit Malaysia 2026 mascot, creating a memorable experience that reinforced the branding of VM2026.

The ceremony was headed by Datuk Musa bin Yusof, Deputy Director General (Promotion) of Tourism Malaysia, together with Mr. Mohamad Libra Lee Haniff, Director of the America, Europe and Oceania Division of Tourism Malaysia, and Mr. Suresh Vanan, Head of Communications and Promotions, Batik Air. Prior to the Receiving Ceremony, Tourism Malaysia Sydney also participated in a Send-Off Ceremony at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport on 1 July 2026. The inaugural flight OD120, operated by an Airbus A330 with a seating capacity of 377, recorded a load factor of 88%.

Batik Air will now operate this new direct flight route daily, providing greater convenience for travelers between Sydney and Kuala Lumpur and expected to further boost tourist arrivals from Australia to Malaysia in support of Visit Malaysia 2026.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Malaysia Launches High-Impact Tourism Sales Mission To Australia To Boost Visit Malaysia 2026

 

Malaysia Launches High-Impact Tourism Sales Mission To Australia To Boost Visit Malaysia 2026

Sydney & Melbourne | 10 ~ 15 July 2025

Tourism Malaysia, under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC), has embarked on a strategic tourism sales mission to Australia, covering Sydney and Melbourne from 10 to 15 July 2025. The mission is led by YB Dato Sri Tiong King Sing, Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia.

This initiative aims to strengthen bilateral tourism relations, promote the upcoming Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign, and highlight key programmes such as Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) and the Malaysia MADANI vision. The mission includes participation from 25 Malaysian organisations representing travel agencies, hoteliers, tourism products, airlines, and MM2H agents.

Through business networking sessions, B2B meetings, and promotional activities, the mission positions Malaysia as a preferred destination for Australian travelers seeking cultural richness, modern infrastructure, and sustainable tourism experiences.

Australia remains a key market for Malaysia, with a 16.6% increase in tourist arrivals recorded between January and May 2025. This mission reflects Malaysia’s commitment to attracting high-value travelers while supporting economic growth through tourism.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Malaysia Welcomes Inaugural AirAsia Flight From Darwin To Kuala Lumpur Ahead Of Visit Malaysia 2026

 

SEPANG, 27 June 2025 – Tourism Malaysia today celebrated the arrival of AirAsia’s inaugural flight from Darwin, Australia, at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 2, marking a significant step in enhancing connectivity and opening a new gateway for tourists and business travellers between Malaysia and Australia’s Northern Territory. 

Passengers and crew on flight AK 613 were greeted with a warm welcome upon their arrival by Mr Chua Choon Hwa, Deputy Secretary General (Tourism) of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, alongside representatives from Tourism Malaysia, AirAsia, and Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB). 

Operating on an Airbus A320neo aircraft, the new direct route will operate four times a week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday) with a 180-seating capacity. This service is expected to boost arrivals and strengthen connectivity between the two destinations ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026). 

“The vital Darwin-Kuala Lumpur route is a testament to Australia’s standing as one of Malaysia’s top visitor-generating markets. The launch is perfectly timed as we celebrate 70 years of diplomatic relations in 2025 and build momentum towards VM2026. Hence, we look forward to welcoming more Australian visitors to experience our unique cultural diversity and commitment to sustainable tourism,” said Mr Chua Choon Hwa. 

In 2024, Malaysia recorded 447,785 visitor arrivals from Australia, an 11.7% increase from 2023 and 6.3% above pre-pandemic 2019 levels. For the year 2025, Malaysia targets to welcome 43 million international visitor arrivals, generating RM283.8 billion in visitor receipts.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Sabah Tourism Board, AirAsia ink MoU to boost tourism

 

KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Tourism Board and AirAsia Group signed a memorandum of understanding to enter into a strategic partnership to boost tourism for the next five years.

The partnership will bolster the Land Below the Wind's status as a top-tier tourist hotspot by enhancing air connectivity between Sabah and the Brunei Darussalam-Indonesia-Malaysia-Philippines East Asean Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA), as well as the larger Asean region, North Asia and Oceania for the period of 2024-2028.

AirAsia Group aims to enhance overall connectivity in Sabah by launching 14 new domestic and international routes, including Kota Kinabalu-Bandar Sri Begawan, Kota Kinabalu-Perth, Tawau-Guangzhou and Sandakan-Hong Kong.

The partnership includes greater collaboration between the airline and the tourism board to develop the Kota Kinabalu International Airport into a regional aviation hub.

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Lawatan Produk Pelancongan Oleh Institusi Pengajian Tinggi Australia Ke Putrajaya

 

9 September 2023 ( Sabtu ): Perbadanan Putrajaya hari ini mengalu-alukan delegasi daripada universiti-universiti seluruh Australia yang diketuai oleh Pengarah Pendidikan Malaysia dari Konsulat Malaysia Sydney Australia dengan kerjasama pasukan UITM Global.

Delegasi terdiri daripada wakil-wakil daripada institusi pengajian tinggi " Australian Universities" seramai 25 orang diketuai oleh Dr Fahmi Abdul Rahim, Pengarah Pendidikan Malaysia di Konsulat Malaysia, Sydney Australia.

Delegasi disambut oleh Puan TPr. Norzita Abdul Razak Pengarah Komunikasi Korporat PPj yang menyampaikan taklimat pelancongan Putrajaya.

Turut hadir Prof. Ts. Dr. Norazah Abd Rahman Timbalan Naib Chanselor ( Penyelidikan dan Inovasi ) Universiti Teknologi Mara dan pasukan UITM Global, Prof Mushtaq Al Atabi Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Herriot Watt Universiti Putrajaya dan En Noor Azman Shamsudin, Tourism Malaysia.

Delegasi diberi taklimat mengenai produk pelancongan Putrajaya turut dibawa menaiki Cruise Tasik Putrajaya.

Delegasi dibawa melawat Wetland Studios dan disambut dengan tarian selamat datang.

Di Taman Wetland, delegasi disambut oleh Pengarah Operasi Taman PPj Encik Haris Kassim dan Dato Norman Hakim, Presiden KRU Entertainment bagi pihak Wetland Studios Putrajaya.

Semoga dengan promosi menerusi delegasi ini akan membantu meningkatkan promosi Putrajaya sebagai destinasi negara ini yang mesti dilawati.

-Perbadanan Putrajaya.

Tourism Malaysia Visits Down Under To Boost International Arrivals Through Roadshow

 

SYDNEY, 30 August 2023 – In gearing up for Visit Malaysia Year (VMY) 2026, Tourism Malaysia visits the Land Down Under for a roadshow to Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide from 29th August to 3rd September 2023.

Headed by Datuk Musa Haji Yusof, Deputy Director General of Tourism Malaysia, the delegation consists of Malaysian travel operators, hoteliers, state tourism bodies, and medical tourism industry players. 

Both Malaysian sellers and Australian buyers will participate in the travel mart sessions, destination presentations, and networking dinners throughout the 5-day roadshow around the country’s three major cities.

Serving as a platform to share Malaysia’s latest offerings, the roadshow aims to entice more tourist arrivals from Australia besides establishing potential partnerships and strengthening networks among the industry players. 

The programme will highlight Malaysia’s latest ecotourism products – including eight national geoparks, community- based tourism, niche products such as cycling, and special segments such as medical tourism.

“We are focusing heavily on ecotourism and cultural attractions, which we believe will be the interest of this market. 

One of the biggest draws is Malaysia's racial and cultural diversity resulting in a mixed yet harmonious legacy that manifests itself in our festivals, architecture, clothing, language, cuisine, and other aspects of daily life. 

Indeed, Malaysia is Truly Asia,” says Datuk Musa Haji Yusof.

Australia is one of Malaysia’s essential long-haul markets. In 2022, Malaysia recorded 152,265 tourist arrivals from Australia. There are currently 234 weekly direct flights from Australia to Malaysia via Malaysia Airlines, Air Asia X, and Batik Air, with a seating capacity of 50,371.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Tourism Malaysia Returns To Entice Kiwis To Visit Malaysia

 

AUCKLAND, 28 August 2023 – In gearing up for Visit Malaysia Year (VMY) 2026, Tourism Malaysia organises a sales mission to Auckland, New Zealand on 28th August 2023 to reconnect and establish potential partnerships with travel trade partners.

Led by Datuk Musa Haji Yusof, the Deputy Director General of Tourism Malaysia, the delegation consists of Malaysian travel operators, hoteliers, state tourism bodies, and medical tourism industry players. Both Malaysian sellers and New Zealander buyers will participate in the travel mart session, destination presentation, and networking dinner.

Serving as a platform to share Malaysia’s latest offerings, the programme aims to entice more tourist arrivals from New Zealand besides strengthening networks among the industry players. The programme will highlight Malaysia’s latest ecotourism products – including eight national geoparks, community-based tourism, niche products such as cycling, and special segments such as medical tourism.

“We are focusing heavily on ecotourism and cultural attractions, which we believe will be the interest of this market. One of the biggest draws is Malaysia's racial and cultural diversity resulting in a mixed yet harmonious legacy that manifests itself in our festivals, architecture, clothing, language, cuisine, and other aspects of daily life. Indeed, Malaysia is Truly Asia,” says Datuk Musa Haji Yusof.

New Zealand is one of Malaysia’s essential long-haul markets. In 2022, Malaysia welcomed 18,238 tourist arrivals from New Zealand. There are currently eight weekly direct flights from Auckland to Malaysia via Malaysia Airlines, with a seating capacity of 2,295. Batik Air also recently launched its inaugural flight from Auckland to Malaysia via Perth, currently offering six weekly direct flights with a seating capacity of 162.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Batik Air Commences Flights To Auckland Via Perth

 

Kuala Lumpur, 22 August 2023?- Batik Air continues its expansion to the Australasia region with the launch of its latest route between Kuala Lumpur (KUL) and Auckland (AKL), New Zealand. The new service, which will operate six-times weekly via Perth (PER), Australia, will be commencing on 24 August 2023.

The introduction of this latestrouteto Auckland, the gateway to New Zealand, marks another significant milestone in Batik Air’s ongoing efforts to broaden its footprint both in the Asia Pacific and the global markets. Renowned for its huge tourism potential, the “Land of the Long White Cloud” in the Maori language, presents an array of distinctive escapades, including thrilling outdoor adventures, rich indigenous heritage and a whole host of exciting possibilities.

Group Strategy Director of Batik Air and Lion Group, Datuk Chandran Rama Muthy said that the Kuala Lumpur - Auckland route highlights Batik Air's strong commitment to providing convenient travel options, which extends not only to Malaysians seeking to discover vibrant cities like Auckland but also to New Zealanders, offering them multiple services to explore the beautiful Malaysian destinations such as Penang, Langkawi, Kuching, and Kota Kinabalu.

"We hope that tourists from New Zealand will take advantage of our reasonable rates and dedicated services to explore Malaysia and beyond, by connecting to one of the other intriguing locations we fly to," he said, adding that the industry is experiencing high growth, particularly in the Australia-New Zealand regions.

Additionally, travellers can also benefit from seamless connectivity to numerous captivating destinations beyond the Kuala Lumpur International (KLIA) hub including to the Indian Subcontinent, North Asia, and ASEAN states, through the rapidly growing Batik Air and Lion Air Group network.

Batik Air is currently offering an all-inclusive one-way promotional fare between KUL - AKL at RM1,619 for Economy Class and RM5,319for Business Class. This flight is operated using the brand-new Boeing 737-8 aircraft, which is fitted with 12 Business and 150 Economy Class seats.

Our all-in promotional fares are inclusive of 20kgs free baggage allowance for Economy Class and 40kgs for Business Class. Economy Class passengers may pre-purchase our special meals and any additional baggage requirements at a discounted rate which is available on Batik Air’s official website. Meals and drinks are also available for sales on-board at attractive prices on all Batik Air flights.

To book flights and explore more about Batik Air, visit our official website Batik Air Malaysia (malindoair.com)

-Tourism Malaysia.

AirAsia X returns to Gold Coast, its first international route launched in 2007

 

GOLD COAST, Australia: AirAsia X Bhd is set to strengthen its position as the leading low-cost airline connecting Australia to Asia's key destinations.

Chief executive officer Benyamin Ismail said AirAsia X would be the only carrier flying direct between Malaysia and the state of Queensland.

Benyamin said this marked an important milestone for AirAsia X as it returned to the Gold Coast - its first ever route which was launched in November 2007.

"What makes this announcement a major milestone is that we are now the only airline connecting Kuala Lumpur directly to the Gold Coast and to Queensland on the whole. 

"We will be a beneficiary for bringing not just Malaysians but the region like Asean. I hope that we can benefit from that and then we can put in more flights and increase frequency," he said at a media press conference of AirAsia X celebrating its return to the Gold Coast.

AirAsia X today launched the long-awaited resumption of services to its first-ever route to Gold Coast, Australia, after a hiatus of more than two years due to the pandemic.

The inaugural flight departed from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Terminal 2) at 11.25pm on Friday and landed at Gold Coast International Airport at 9.25am local time. 

In celebration of the newly-resumed services to the coastal city, all guests on the inaugural flight were treated to a special send off ceremony before boarding and a welcoming event on arrival.

The Gold Coast is the airline's fourth destination in Australia. 

According to Benjamin, the newest route provided the most affordable and convenient air travel option for guests who want to explore Australia.

He said the resumption would not only attract a significant number of visitors from Malaysia and other Asian countries but also strengthen the ties between Malaysia and Australia.

"We look forward to working closely with all of our key airport and tourism stakeholders, especially Queensland Airports and Destination Gold Coast to make the Gold Coast a preferred tourism destination of choice for the many millions of leisure seekers across Asia," he said. 

Queensland Minister for Tourism, Innovation and Sport Stirling Hinchliffe said AirAsia X was predicted to generate A$45.6 million for the Gold Coast's visitor economy.

Hinchliffe said these direct services from Kuala Lumpur had been secured by the Palaszczuk government's A$200 million aviation war chest in partnership with Gold Coast Airport.

"We're backing AirAsia X because of the airline's commitment to increasing its Gold Coast flight schedule to five days a week by the end of the year.

"AirAsia X is a terrific investment in the Gold Coast's visitor economy and the 450 good Queensland jobs these services will support," he said. 

Meanwhile, Queensland Airports Ltd chief executive officer Amelia Evans said the return of AirAsia X to the Gold Coast would provide three return flights between Kuala Lumpur and the Gold Coast each week.

Evans said this would bring 58,000 additional seats into the region each year.

"Since the first AirAsia X flight took off from Kuala Lumpur to the Gold Coast in 2007 more than two million travellers have flown between the two cities.

"The return of this service re-establishes an important connection between two major tourism and economic hubs at a competitive price for international travel, and an important partnership with AirAsia X for the future.

"We are also excited to have been able to welcome AirAsia X back to our new International Terminal, providing visitors with an elevated experience from the moment they touch down into the Gold Coast and the region," she added.

To celebrate the return to one of its most popular destinations, AirAsia X offers great value all-in fares between Kuala Lumpur and the Gold Coast from RM699 all-in one-way for economy or RM2,999 one-way for a premium flatbed.

AirAsia X will be painting Gold Coast red with exciting consumer activation at Pacific Fair Shopping Centre on April 2, 2023 from 11am to 3pm.

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Tourism Malaysia’s Roadshow To Boost International Arrivals From Down Under

 

PERTH, 22 August 2022 – Tourism Malaysia embarks on a roadshow to Australia from 21 to 27 August 2022 to reconnect and create new partnerships with travel trade partners in enhancing opportunities to boost tourist arrivals to Malaysia.

Headed by Mr Noor Azlan Abu Bakar, Senior Deputy Director, International Promotion Division (Americas, Europe, & Oceania) Tourism Malaysia, the delegation consists of Pahang and Sabah state tourism boards, five travel operators, hoteliers and two medical tourism industry players.

The Malaysian sellers and Australian buyers will participate in the travel mart session, destination presentation, and networking dinner in the cities of Perth, Melbourne and Sydney. The roadshow is organised by Tourism Malaysia and supported by Malaysia Airlines.

Mr Noor Azlan said: “We are excited to re-establish networking after a two-year hiatus to drive travel interest to Malaysia. This roadshow presents a platform for Malaysian partners to share their latest offerings, and we look forward to strengthening business relationships with our Australian counterparts.

“Australia remains a key market for Malaysia. In 2019, we welcomed 368,281 arrivals from Australia, and more than 80 per cent of Australian tourists came to Malaysia for holidays.”

Malaysia has relaxed the entry procedures for fully-vaccinated travellers without requirements to undergo quarantine or pre-departure and on-arrival COVID-19 tests, including children aged 17 and below.

Travel insurance is also not a prerequisite for foreigners entering Malaysia, and inbound travellers no longer need to fill in the Traveller’s Card on the country’s contact tracing app, MySejahtera.

Malaysia’s latest attractions include the newly opened outdoor theme park in the highlands - Genting SkyWorld, and the magnificent Merdeka 118 Tower in Kuala Lumpur, currently standing as the world’s second-tallest building.

There are currently 121 weekly direct flights from Australia to Malaysia via Malaysia Airlines, Air Asia and Batik Air, with a seating capacity of 31,600.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Trip.com and Tourism Malaysia offer Australian travellers return flights to Malaysia from $488

 

Sydney, 26 July 2022: Trip.com, the global travel services provider, has partnered with Tourism Malaysia to offer Australian travellers deals on their next trip to Malaysia, including return flights from $488. The Discover Malaysia campaign has been launched as Australian travellers look to travel further afield and Malaysia emerges as a rising destination in the region.

Trip.com’s campaign with Tourism Malaysia began on 19 July and will run to 15 August, offering Trip.com users a selection of discounted promotions on flights and hotels. For a full rundown of what is on offer, visit here: Discover Malaysia | Trip.com.

The campaign is being showcased to the people of Sydney on the city’s Light Rail Tram network. The launch of the transport advertising campaign was honored to host HE Dato' Roslan Tan Sri Abdul Rahman, The High Commissioner of Malaysia to the Commonwealth of Australia, upon the maiden journey of the Discover Malaysia-branded tram car.

High Commissioner Dato' Roslan Tan Sri Abdul Rahman commented: “We welcome the people of Australia to discover Malaysia on their next trip. Our nation has it all, from bustling multicultural cities, top hotels and attractions to beach resorts and rainforest getaways. Through Tourism Malaysia’s collaboration with Trip.com, we are offering Australians a wonderful opportunity to visit and discover Malaysia for themselves. Come over!”

Edison Chen, General Manager of Destination Marketing & Strategic Alliances at Trip.com Group, said: “We hope with restrictions now lifted, more Australian travellers will once again travel to Malaysia. Malaysia is a truly unique and amazing place to visit – an all-encompassing top Asian destination.”

Joanne Heggie, Country Director for Trip.com Australia and New Zealand, said: “This is a fantastic campaign to launch as Australians venture more to Malaysia and discover the country as a world-class destination. Working with Tourism Malaysia, Trip.com are bringing travellers a great offer to explore and enjoy the delights of this incredible destination.”

Deals & Packages: https://au.trip.com/sale/w/3665/malaysia.html...

-Tourism Malaysia.

Malaysia Truly Asia AEROMEET Returns Virtually

 

PUTRAJAYA, 16 November 2021 – Malaysia Truly Asia AEROMEET 2021 has returned once again since its last appearance back in 2014. Organised by Tourism Malaysia, for this time it will be held fully virtual through Malaysia Truly Asia AEROMEET 2021 platform starting 16-18 November 2021.

A total of 102 Malaysian organisations are taking part throughout the event and promoting their products and services, comprising 50 tour operators, three (3) online travel agencies, 35 hoteliers, six (6) state tourism boards, and eight (8) tourism associations.

Malaysia Truly Asia AEROMEET 2021 is a platform for industry players to have business-to-business (B2B) sessions with the buyers and media from the regions of the Americas, Europe and Oceania (AERO) on the latest tourism development, events, and business opportunities.

The event offers different sessions for participants to partake in, such as seminars, presentations, and product updates by the local tourism industry players. Sessions are also separated according to regions: Americas, Europe, and Oceania.

Through this event, Tourism Malaysia is looking forward to discussing possible collaborations and partnerships by leveraging the B2B spectrum and restoring the confidence among international travel agencies to promote and sell Malaysia’s tourist attractions to the locals in anticipation of border reopening.

Following the anticipation, Dato’ Haji Zainuddin Abdul Wahab, the Director-General of Tourism Malaysia highlights the efficiency of Malaysia’s vaccination rollout: “We are proud to announce that more than 95% of our adult population have completed their vaccination. Meanwhile, more than 79% of our adolescents are fully vaccinated nationwide.”

“COVID-19 will soon be treated as endemic and it is time for us to accept that the virus is here to stay and we must learn to live with it. In this regard, we have to be steadfast in our strategy and no longer wait for this outbreak to be over,” adds Dato’ Haji Zainuddin.

The government has launched its first international travel bubble with Langkawi as the pilot destination, where fully-vaccinated international tourists are welcome starting 15 November 2021. Following that, the government has also announced the preparation of a Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) between Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and Singapore's Changi Airport which will commence on 29 November 2021. Malaysia aims to reopen its international borders by 1 January 2022.

For more information, visit the official website at http://aeromeet2021.malaysia.travel/.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Malaysia Truly Asia - AEROMEET 2021 ( 16 ~ 18 November 2021 )

 

Malaysia Truly Asia-AEROMEET 2021 will take place from November 16–18, 2021 in purely digital form, offering the global travel industry a central and virtual platform for networking, business and content.

The event is aimed exclusively at a business/travel trade audience and will be held over three days from Tuesday to Thursday. The concept of Malaysia Truly Asia-AEROMEET 2021 includes business matching, a digital exhibition area, and a conference program.

Many of the offerings can be used 24/7 during the event days, so that participants can attend regardless of their location and time zone. We would like to invite you to join us in Malaysia. This virtual trade fair is a networking platform for Malaysia's tourism industry with tour operators from the Americas, Europe, and Oceania, and also for the general public to listen to the presentations by Malaysia’s product owners and presenters from overseas. Therefore, those who are interested in joining the programme should please click the link provided below for registration. 

https://form.evenesis.com/malaysiatrulyasiaaeromeet2021/Public

-Tourism Malaysia.

Malindo to commence flight to Sydney on Aug 14

KUALA LUMPUR, June 3 (Bernama) -- Malindo Air will begin its new service from Kuala Lumpur to Sydney, Australia via Denpasar (Bali), Indonesia, from Aug 14, 2019.

The service is available daily from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) with a one-hour stopover at Ngurah Rai International Airport (Bali), before continuing the journey to Sydney.

Malindo Air chief executive officer Chandran Rama Muthy said Sydney would be Malindo Air’s fifth addition to its Australia network, after Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide.

“We believe this connection will attract both business and leisure travellers and support greater passengers’ traffic and promote local economy and tourism,” he said in a statement.

Booking is now available at a promotional one-way fare from RM799 for Economy Class and RM2,899 for Business Class.

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Malaysia eyes 60,000 New Zealand visitors in 2020

KUALA LUMPUR, April 12 (Bernama) -- Malaysia aims to welcome 60,000 New Zealanders next year as the country prepares for Visit Malaysia 2020 (VM 2020), a campaign targeting to bring in 30 million international tourists.

Tourism Malaysia director-general Datuk Musa Yusof was in Auckland yesterday leading a travel trade mission to reinforce the message that Malaysia presented an attractive holiday proposition to New Zealand travellers.

He said Malaysia’s blend of 'culture, cuisine and nature' should appeal strongly to New Zealanders’ innate sense of adventure which was made accessible by language, customs and some familiar aspects of Malay culture.

“New Zealand, like Malaysia, is a multi-ethnic and diverse population living in relative peace and harmony. We hope that this mutual connection will serve as a basis to strengthen tourism relations with each other,” he said in a statement issued by Tourism Malaysia.

Musa pointed out that Malaysia presented an exceptional value-for-money proposition where the Kiwi dollar would go a long way in value, hence offering the opportunity to elevate both the standard and length of stay of the Malaysian holiday.

In 2018, a total of 50,698 New Zealanders visited Malaysia of the overall 25.8 million international tourists arrivals to the Southeast Asian country.

There are currently seven flights per week offering 2,009 seats from New Zealand to Malaysia, the statement said.

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Malaysia Is Back – Tourism Malaysia Director General Leads New Zealand Travel Trade Mission

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AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND, 11 April 2019: Malaysia is back in New Zealand as it prepares for Visit Malaysia 2020 (VM 2020), a landmark campaign that’s targeted to bring in 30 million international tourists and approximately NZD$35.5 billion (RM100 billion) in tourist receipts. The Director General of Tourism Malaysia, Datuk Musa Yusof, is leading a travel trade mission to Auckland on 11 April to reinforce the message that Malaysia is an important holiday destination for New Zealand travellers. The delegation consists of 10 organisations including one state tourism board, one tourism agency, one travel agent, one airline, 4 hotels and resorts, and 2 product owners. Major players and sponsors are Terengganu Tourism, Desaru Coast, Legoland, Malindo Air and Malaysia Airlines.

Datuk Musa says, "Malaysia has long-standing ties with New Zealand that extends to the Peace Corps, education and cultural exchanges as well as presenting an attractive holiday proposition to New Zealanders."

He adds, “New Zealand, like Malaysia, is a multi-ethnic and diverse population living in relative peace and harmony. We hope that this mutual connection will serve as a basis to strengthen our tourism relations with each other.”

He also noted that Malaysia’s blend of "culture, cuisine and nature" appeals strongly to New Zealanders’ innate sense of adventure which is made accessible by language, customs and some familiar aspects of Malay culture. 

Malaysia offers a multi-faceted holiday that takes visitors from the shopping heavens of one of the world's most modern cities that is Kuala Lumpur, to the farthest reaches of Borneo's native jungles with its abundance of unique flora and fauna, to pristine waters where they can explore a magical underwater world or secluded island. Malaysia also presents an exceptional value-for-money proposition where the Kiwi dollar goes a long way in value and, in doing so, offers the opportunity to elevate both the standard and length of stay of their Malaysian holiday.

Datuk Musa adds, “Our main focus is to strengthen our economy and develop better policies to attract good investments for the nation to prosper. I encourage you to consider Malaysia as your ideal partner for your tourism growth and business expansion and look forward to seeing more tourism investments and partnerships in Malaysia.”

Datuk Musa will hold a special media briefing to address the trade players in Auckland, covering Malaysia’s tourism performance and future developments as well key tourist attractions (see below “Key Highlights of Malaysia’s Tourism Products”).

New Zealand is an important tourist source market for Malaysia. In 2018, a total of 50,698 New Zealanders visited Malaysia, which contributed to the overall 25.8 million international tourist arrivals to Malaysia. Malaysia aims to bring in 60,000 New Zealanders to Malaysia next year. There are currently 7 flights/week offering 2,009 seats from New Zealand to Malaysia.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF MALAYSIA’S TOURISM PRODUCTS:

Terengganu

Located on the eastern peninsula of Malaysia, the State of ‘beautiful' Terengganu is considered to be a "bucket list" item for visitors to Malaysia. A diverse and vibrant mix of history, culture, nature and eco experiences, Terengganu is world renowned for its turtle sanctuaries and pristine, white sandy beaches and islands.

www.beautifulterengganu.com

Sarawak

Sarawak is a kaleidoscope of culture, adventure, nature, food and festivals. It is home to one of the oldest rainforests on Earth and the largest cave chamber in the world. There is adventure around every corner, from the breezy highlands to the quiet beaches. Some 27 ethnic groups celebrate their unique cultures and festivals throughout the year, an eclectic blend of modern and traditional life, food, music and religious practices that can be found nowhere else. In Sarawak, there is always ‘More to Discover’. www.sarawaktourism.com

Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council

The Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC) is a government agency under the Ministry of Finance, that has been entrusted with the responsibility of developing the country’s healthcare travel scene. It was founded in 2009 to facilitate and grow Malaysia’s healthcare travel industry under the brand “Malaysia Healthcare” with the intended goal of making Malaysia the leading global healthcare destination. Since then, MHTC has worked to streamline industry players and service providers into a more focused development strategy to raise Malaysia’s profile in healthcare travel on an international stage. It is an example of a successful model of public-private partnerships (PPP) in growing the healthcare travel sector in Malaysia. 

Potential healthcare travellers can also obtain information on seeking healthcare in Malaysia including medical treatments, accommodation and travel at these websites:

• www.medicaltourismmalaysia.com
• www.mhtc.org.my

Desaru Coast

Desaru Coast is a new integrated destination resort in Malaysia with a portfolio of globally renowned hotels and resorts, namely Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast, The Westin Desaru Coast Resort, Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas, as well as One&Only Desaru Coast. Desaru Coast is also home to Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark - one of the world’s biggest waterparks; Desaru Coast Conference Centre - a fully equipped conference facility; The Els Club Desaru Coast – 45 holes of golf in total with two distinct clubs; Ocean Course and Valley Course; and Desaru Coast Riverside – a 23-acre waterfront landscaped retail and lifestyle village. Desaru Coast spans over 3,900 acres along a pristine 17 km beachfront that faces eastwards over the clear ocean waters. The destination is set amid a rich bio-diverse location. 

www.desarucoast.com

LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort

LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort brings together a LEGOLAND Theme Park, Water Park, SEA LIFE and Hotel in one LEGO® themed location. It is the ideal family holiday destination with more than 80 hands-on rides, slides, shows and attractions offering adventure, education and fun for action-packed day trips or short holidays. The Resort is specifically designed for families with children aged 2 to 12. SEA LIFE is the world’s largest aquarium brand and the latest addition to the Resort.

www.legoland.com.my

Malaysia Airlines – Your Preferred Airline to Malaysia & Beyond

Malaysia Airlines (MH) is the national carrier of Malaysia, currently operating 57 weekly services from Australia & New Zealand to its hub in KL International Airport (KLIA), Kuala Lumpur. Beyond KLIA, Malaysia Airlines connects 62 destinations in 20 countries with a modern fleet of Airbus A380-800, A330-300, A330-200 and Boeing 737-800 aircraft. 

The network includes extensive domestic and regional coverage across Malaysia. No other Malaysian carrier offers a comparable domestic, regional or global network solution when thinking about travel to, from and within Malaysia. 

As a member of one world®, Malaysia Airlines and its partners in the global alliance offer a seamless travel experience to more than 1,000 destinations across the world. 

For more information, please visit www.malaysiaairlines.com

MalindoAir

Malindo Air is a Malaysian airline with main hubs at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and city airport Subang Skypark in Selangor, Malaysia. The airline took to the skies in March 2013 and the fleet has grown exponentially to 13 ATR72-600 and 29 Boeing 737 as of Jan 2019. The airline also obtained the IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA). Today, the airline operates over 800 flights weekly across a continuously growing network of about 57 routes covering 17 countries in the region of Asia and Australia. Also an IATA airline member, Malindo Air codeshares with Turkish Airline, Lion Air, Batik Air and is an interlining partner to Xiamen Air, All Nippon Airways (ANA), Turkish Airline, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Oman Air.

For updates on Malindo Air’s latest activities and promotions, please connect with us via Twitter (https://twitter.com/malindoair), Facebook (facebook.com/MalindoAirMalaysia) or Instagram (instagram.com/malindoair).

-Tourism Malaysia.