Program Niche Nature & Adventure 2026 Di Kuching, Sarawak

 

Unit Nature & Adventure, Bahagian Pembangunan Pakej melalui Pejabat Tourism Malaysia Sarawak telah menganjurkan Program Bengkel Agrotourism Sarawak pada 18 Mei hingga 21 Mei 2026 di Kuching, Sarawak.

Program ini melibatkan seramai 13 agensi pelancongan dari Semenanjung Malaysia dan Sarawak, serta pegawai Tourism Malaysia. Objektif program ini adalah untuk mempromosikan produk pelancongan di Negeri Sarawak, khususnya dalam sektor agropelancongan, di samping membangunkan pakej agro pelancongan yang menggabungkan elemen alam semula jadi sekali gus memperkukuhkan promosi pelancongan domestik sempena kempen Tahun Melawat Malaysia 2026.

Antara lokasi lawatan yang terlibat termasuk Brooke Dockyard Industrial Heritage Museum, Gereja St. Peter Kuching, Sarawak Biodiversity Centre (SBC), Jong’s Crocodile Farm & Zoo, Borneo Empurau Farm & Resort, Lembaga Koko Malaysia Cawangan Sarawak, Ladang Nipah, Kampung Pinggan Jaya, Borneo Happy Farm, serta Bazaar Kuching Waterfront.

Program ini turut mengadakan Bengkel Agrotourism Sarawak bersama Bahagian Pembangunan Pakej dan Sarawak Tourism Board yang melibatkan sesi perkongsian maklumat berkaitan produk pelancongan sedia ada serta potensi pembangunan produk baharu di Sarawak kepada agensi pelancongan yang terlibat. Inisiatif ini merupakan terus komited dalam menyokong pembangunan pelancongan berasaskan komuniti dalam usaha memperluas ekosistem pelancongan berimpak tinggi menjelang VM2026.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Sabah to tighten tourism safety standards to boost tourist confidence

 

SANDAKAN: Sabah is moving to strengthen safety standards across its tourism industry amid growing concerns over unlicensed operators and rising expectations from international travellers, says Datuk Khairul Firdaus Akbar Khan. 

The Deputy Human Resources Minister said the Safety Induction for Tourism Industry (Siti) programme would be expanded throughout the state to improve safety awareness and compliance at tourism destinations. 

He said international tourists were no longer looking only at attractions, but were also closely assessing safety, cleanliness and environmental conditions before deciding where to travel. 

“We know international tourists constantly look at safety aspects. Is safety guaranteed? They also look at cleanliness and pollution levels at tourism centres,” he said at the Youth Employability Empowerment Appreciation Ceremony programme here on Friday (May 15).

“That is why Siti will be expanded to tourism centres across Sabah. We know many tourism centres, especially resorts, do not have the proper licences. 

“This is one of the measures for us to better understand why they are unable to meet the standards that have been set,” he added. 

Khairul Firdaus also acknowledged that occupational safety and health awareness in Sabah remained relatively low, saying more exposure, workshops and training programmes were needed to improve industry standards.

He said the government, together with the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), was working to expand more safety-related programmes and industry exposure across Sabah to strengthen the tourism ecosystem. 

Khairul Firdaus said strengthening workplace safety culture was becoming increasingly important as Sabah continued positioning itself as a major eco-tourism destination internationally. 

He said globally recognised attractions in Sandakan, such as Sepilok, Kinabatangan, Rainforest Discovery Centre, and Labuk Bay made it crucial for the state to maintain strong tourism safety standards. 

The programme also saw 28 students and lecturers from Sandakan Vocation College 2 undergoing tourism safety exposure training aimed at improving industry readiness among local youths. 

Meanwhile, the college’s director, Christine Stanislaus Kinsik, described the programme as a valuable advantage for students preparing to enter the tourism industry. 

She said students would normally have to obtain the certification on their own and bear the costs themselves, with many from Sandakan also needing to travel to Kota Kinabalu to attend the course. 

“This actually gives very good job opportunities to my students in the future. 

“We hope programmes like this can continue for youths,” she said, adding that such certification was increasingly important for those entering the tourism sector.

-thestar online.

AI training to boost Malaysia’s small inbound operators

 

The Consortium of Inbound Tourism Alliance (CINTA) is working with industry partners to support small travel companies and product owners in Malaysia through AI-driven tourism training. 

The initiative aims to help participants build their own online platforms, complete with booking engines and payment gateways, while leveraging AI tools to manage enquiries more efficiently and facilitate seamless payment processing. 

CINTA chairman Uzaidi Udanis stated the six-month training programme, which began recently, is being conducted in collaboration with Asnirez, Viator’s official connectivity partner, and Malaysia Airlines Academy. 

He noted that the fully independent traveller (FIT) segment remains a largely untapped market for many local operators. 

He said: “When a travel agent receives an overseas enquiry for 40 passengers compared with one for three passengers, who do you think they will prioritise? The time spent preparing quotations is the same, but the profit margins are very different.” 

The programme, which includes both physical and online classes, has attracted 600 participants and is designed to equip them with the skills to become digital entrepreneurs, moving beyond the traditional role of service providers. Through innovative training, AI-powered tools and direct access to global marketplaces, participants are guided to develop their own bookable products, build destination brands and position themselves as inbound tourism leaders. 

Uzaidi added that the programme aligns closely with the objectives of the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign, which is focused on driving sustainable growth in arrivals, yield and geographic dispersal. By enhancing the digital and product development capabilities of small tour operators and product owners, the initiative supports national efforts to encourage longer stays and channel visitor spend towards community-based and experience-led tourism offerings across Malaysia. 

Uzaidi said: “If we believe the industry can do more than just sell hotels and transport, then this is where the opportunity lies. By creating unique, bookable experiences that place local stories, culture and communities, we can unlock greater value from FIT travel while strengthening Malaysia’s destination appeal.” 

He added that growing regional interest signals the programme’s relevance beyond Malaysia. Individual agents from Indonesia, Laos, Vietnam and the Philippines have already expressed interest, and Uzaidi said CINTA is exploring plans to replicate the initiative in other markets.

-TTG Asia.

Malaysia rolls out free safety induction for tourism frontline staff

 

The government is offering free safety and induction training to 10,000 tourism workers nationwide, preparing them to meet health and safety standards as Malaysia manages rising visitor numbers under the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign. 

The training programme, Safety Induction for Tourism Industry (SITI), is provided by the Human Resources Ministry in collaboration with the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry and will be delivered through the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health. A budget of 2.65 million ringgit (US$652,725) has been allocated, and the programme is open to frontline tourism workers, including tour guides, hoteliers, drivers, and caterers. 

A New Straits Times report quoted human resources minister Ramanan Ramakrishnan, as having said: “Safety and health cannot be compromised, especially in the service industry. Tourists may have varying expectations when it comes to service, but when it comes to safety, there must be no room for compromise.” 

The one-day programme will comprise seven hours of training and serve as a basic induction on requirements under the Occupational Safety and Health Act 2022. Areas that will be covered in the programme includes occupational safety and health laws, hazard identification specific to the tourism sector and risk control. 

Upon completion, participants will receive a digital safety passport in the form of an e-card, which includes 24-hour insurance coverage for two years. 

Online registration will open on January 25 on the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health website. 

Ramanan shared: “If the response is encouraging, we will review the programme and consider expanding it further.”

-TTG Asia.

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-Pusat Rekreasi Air Putrajaya.

New MAB Academy and Flight Simulator Building to Strengthen Position as Premier Aviation and Hospitality Hub in the Region

 

KLIA, 26 April 2024 — Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) takes a significant step forward today with the official launch of its new MAB Academy campus and the groundbreaking of its Flight Simulator Building at the South Support Zone, Sepang. This landmark event underscores MAG’s unwavering commitment to advancing aviation excellence and shaping the future of the industry through its training arm, MAB Academy.

The ceremony was marked by the groundbreaking ceremony of the MAB Academy’s state of-the-art flight simulator building, officiated by the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Also in attendance were Minister of Transport, Tuan Loke Siew Fook; Group Chairman of MAG, Tan Sri Wan Zulkiflee Wan Ariffin; Group Managing Director of MAG, Datuk Captain Izham Ismail, alongside official government dignitaries, board members and the senior management of MAG.

Tan Sri Wan Zulkiflee Wan Ariffin, expressed the company’s dedication, commenting, “As an aviation group, we recognise the pivotal role skilled talents play in shaping a sustainable future for the industry. Through strategic investments in state-of-the-art facilities and comprehensive training programmes, we are dedicated to building a robust talent pipeline that serves not only our immediate needs but also contributes to the nation’s overall growth in the aviation industry. By fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, we ensure our agility in meeting the evolving demands of the aviation landscape.

We will continue to focus on initiatives that enhance customer experience and MAG’s robust growth, with the clear ambition of becoming among the top ten global airlines by 2030. This journey involves ongoing enhancements to every aspect of our product and service offering to ensure unparalleled excellence for the global communities we serve."

The new MAB Academy is situated at Malaysia Airlines’ former headquarters having relocated from its previous landmark in Kelana Jaya. Spanning 194,000 square feet, the campus prioritises a holistic educational model by integrating collaborative spaces with comprehensive training programmes. Notable new features include a Heritage walkway that brings audiences on MAG’s historic journey; an i-Learn Hub; comprehensive cabin mock-ups for in-flight services training, including a cabin fire trainer that is designed to replicate real in-flight fire emergencies complete with seating, overhead compartments and lavatories – all aimed at enhancing the scope and quality of training.

The new Flight Simulator Building promises to enhance the academy’s training capabilities significantly. Scheduled for completion in mid-2025, this facility underscores MAB Academy's commitment to providing cutting-edge training resources. This new, world-class simulation centre will feature six simulator bays, which will be equipped with advanced aircraft simulators operated by MAG airlines, including the brand-new A330neo simulator, as well as simulators for the Boeing 737-800 NG and ATR 72-500. The Flight Simulator Building will also be equipped with comprehensive facilities including a pool for safety and emergency training, as well as other service training facilities. These facilities, along with complete hospitality services, are expected to enhance the MAB Academy's status as a centre of excellence for aviation and hospitality in the region.

As an Approved Training Organisation (ATO) certified by the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM), MAB Academy offers nearly 200 training courses. These range from mandatory flight training to aviation services training and programs on digital innovation, catering to a diverse clientele that includes top Malaysian corporations, international airlines, and students from prestigious global universities.

-Malaysia Airlines.

Safety first for Mersing tourism industry players

 

EIGHT tourism industry operators were selected to be part of an Aquatic Competency Rescue Course, to ensure sustainability as well as safety of visitors to Johor’s islands.

The three-day programme was organised by Mersing District Council (MDM) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Malaysia.

MDM president Mohd Norman Noh said the programme was held as part of the local council’s plan for sustainable tourism. “We wanted to create more competent industry players in all aspects, especially those that involve safety,” he said.

He added that the candidates were taken to Southern Region Civil Defence Training Centre (Pulapas) in Kluang, Johor, to attend the course.

“Those selected are boatmen and chalet and resort operators, as well as island-hopping guides who work on islands off Mersing,” Mohd Norman said when contacted by StarMetro.

He said the candidates were also exposed to water rescue techniques, especially during emergency situations. “This course is important in increasing skills of the human capital and youths in Mersing,” he said, adding that it also stressed the importance of having knowledge about safety.

The candidates were also given practical training on swimming and aquatic rescue as well as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and water safety theory, said Mohd Norman.

Mohd Norman said the council had worked together with Reef Check Malaysia (RCM) Mersing in placing a mooring buoy in Pulau Besar. “This is part of our effort to protect and preserve the coral reefs around the island,” he said.

According to RCM Mersing programme manager Nazirul Amin Azmi, six mooring buoys were placed at four islands. Apart from Pulau Besar, the other islands are Pulau Tengah, Pulau Hujung and Pulau Harimau.

“This is one of our annual activities after the monsoon season ends and the islands are open for tourist activities.

“The mooring buoys will be used by boat operators to tie their boats during snorkelling activities instead of dropping anchors, which can damage reefs,” said Nazirul.

-thestar online.

TM Clique Content Creation Mastery

 

Genting Highlands, 22 November 2023 - Tourism Malaysia through Social Media Unit, Corporate Communications Division had successfully organised TM Clique Content Creation Workshop, in collaboration with Canon Malaysia at Resort World Awana.

The workshop take a span of 3 days from 22 till 24 November 2023. The Corporate Communications Division Director, Encik Tuan Razali Tuan Omar officiated the workshop.

The aim of this series was to boost skills in using social media, master content creation techniques, and showcase high-quality posts using the latest CANON imaging tech. Participants got hands-on experience with Canon’s cutting-edge R series camera while exploring the natural rainforest trail and facilities at Resort World Awana.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Malaysia’s King’s Park to sponsor hospitality training at new entertainment hub

 

King’s Park Genting Highlands will sponsor training opportunities for 1,000 Cornell Academy’s students at its new entertainment hub when opened

Cornell Academy is an educational institute certified by Universiti Sains Malaysia, Graduate School of Business. It offers a myriad of professional development and skill enhancement courses in the field of business management, hospitality, with more programmes to be revealed soon.

Cornell Academy’s managing director, Darren Yang, said: “As we look ahead, we envision an expansion into diploma programmes covering Food & Beverage, Retail, Business Management, and Entrepreneurship. This holistic approach will underscore a profound understanding of ESG principles, fortifying our commitment in sustainable education.

“The tourism industry is burgeoning, necessitating elevated training and a profound understanding of comprehensive business management, with a keen focus on the nuances of hospitality and delivering exceptional customer service. We aspire to elevate ambitious young talents to new heights in these domains. 

Our goal is to provide them not only with academic credentials but also a comprehensive understanding and practical experience in the industry, broadening their horizons.”

Sean Chen, executive vice president, King’s Park Development, shared: “The growing importance of possessing industry-relevant skills from the get-go cannot be overstated, as it kickstarts efficiency and productivity upon entry into the workforce.

“We firmly believe that engaging and supporting local development will empower the region’s youth through enhanced educational and job prospects. This sponsorship’s diverse group of recipients will significantly contribute to promoting workforce diversity, fostering an inclusive culture within the industry. Our aspiration in sponsoring these individuals is to witness their transformation into invaluable assets, not only benefitting King’s Park but also enriching the entire industry.”

Course registration will commence in 2025, and are priced at approximately 36,000 ringgit (US$7,605) for a three-year duration, which integrates five days of hands-on training and one full day of classroom education per week. Students are guaranteed job opportunities upon successful course completion with no post-training bonding requirements.

-TTG Asia.

Ministry beefs up efforts to revive tourism sector in 2022

 

KUALA LUMPUR: The Tourism, Art and Culture Ministry will beef up efforts to revive the nation's tourism sector in 2022.

The move will be part of realising the National Tourism Policy 2020-2030, said its minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri.

She added that among the efforts to be undertaken by the authorities is to promote hidden tourism gems for both the domestic and international tourists, which holds potential in generating income for the industry players.

Nancy also said her ministry would look into upskilling and reskilling tourism industry players, enabling them to provide the best for their customers.

"Tourism industry players have to start utilising social media platforms in promoting their products and services to attract domestic and international tourists.

"I see many young people have begun doing so, and it has successfully garnered attention to their products, such as crafts and arts. It should be done for tourism too.

"We are aiming to attract more international and domestic tourists to travel around the country in 2022. So, more improvements and upgrades work are set to be in place next year," she said.

Nancy told this to reporters after the launch of the Tower Walk 100 at Menara Kuala Lumpur, here, today.

Present at the launch was Menara Kuala Lumpur chief executive officer Ainol Shaharina Sahar.

The Tower Walk 100 is being held in conjunction with Menara Kuala Lumpur's 25th anniversary.

Nancy said moving forward, the ministry is looking at more collaborations between industry players, state and federal government as well as with private sector players.

She said these collaborations hopefully would lead to creating a tourism investment development zone in each of the states.

"We have to come up with creative ideas for the tourism industry to generate and cover the loss of income burden brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic.

"The discussions for these collaborations have been up and running, and we are encouraging agencies and industry players to create these zones."

Nancy said in 2019, the tourism sector generated RM85 billion in tourism receipts and RM103 billion from domestic tourists alone.

"As of yesterday (Dec 13), I was informed that there have been more than 600 foreign tourists that had entered our country for tourism activities.

"The figures might not be a good one, but it is still a good start for our industry.

"This shows that our local tourism is more than able to generate our country's income and from this, we are pushing for more improvements for the industry, in the coming years, in line with the National Tourism Policy," she said.

Nancy also encouraged tourism players to come up with more tourist-attractive products such as the Tower Walk 100 activities.

The Tower Walk 100 is the latest attraction available at level TO2 in Menara Kuala Lumpur, where members of the public will get the chance to walk on a glass platform placed outside the tower while enjoying a 360 degrees view.

The activity, which comes with high safety standards and equipment, has been open to the public since Nov 27 this year.

Members of the public who want to feel the adventure will be hooked to a harness during the 30-minute walkabout around the tower.

Tickets for adult MyKad holders are sold at RM35, while it is RM25 for MyKid. Parents will have to ensure their kids are above four feet tall to enter.

Currently, Menara Kuala Lumpur is having a Year-End Sale where one adult ticket will come with two free kid's tickets. The promotions are available until Dec 31.

-nst online.

UMT Meterai Kerjasama Dengan Tourism Malaysia

 

PUTRAJAYA, 17 November 2021 – Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) dan Tourism Malaysia melakar sejarah apabila menandatangani Memorandum Kerjasama (MoC) bagi membangunkan program latihan profesional dan akademik serta perkongsian kepakaran termasuk kajian penyelidikan bersama dalam bidang berkaitan pelancongan.

Memorandum itu ditandatangani oleh Naib Canselor UMT, Prof. Dr. Mazlan Abdul Ghaffar dan Ketua Pengarah Tourism Malaysia, Dato’ Hj. Zainuddin Abdul Wahab serta disaksikan oleh Dekan Fakulti Perniagaan, Ekonomi dan Pembangunan Sosial UMT, Prof. Dr. Mohd Shaladdin Muda dan Pengarah Bahagian Pentadbiran Tourism Malaysia, Encik Saidi Bundan di Pusat Komunikasi Strategik UMT, Putrajaya semalam.

Dengan pemeteraian MoC tersebut, hubungan industri dan akademik antara UMT dan Tourism Malaysia dapat terus diperkukuh dalam sebarang penyertaan aktiviti pelancongan dan komuniti termasuk kesukarelawanan, pendidikan serta potensi kolaborasi yang boleh memberikan manfaat kepada kedua-dua pihak.

Prof. Dr Mazlan berkata, UMT mengalu-alukan kerjasama strategik dengan Tourism Malaysia bagi meningkatkan kualiti serta kecemerlangan pengajaran, pembelajaran dan penyelidikan, selari dengan misi universiti yang memfokuskan kepada kajian sains marin serta impak peningkatan sosioekonomi terhadap taraf hidup komuniti.

“Menerusi kerjasama ini, UMT turut dapat memperkasa penawaran pakej pelancongan pendidikan (EduTourism) kepada pelancong tempatan dan antarabangsa sekali gus berupaya mempromosikan keunikan pelancongan marin di Terengganu,” katanya.

Sementara itu, Dato’ Hj. Zainuddin berkata, kerjasama dengan UMT telah bermula dengan pertukaran ilmu dan kepakaran menerusi penganjuran program ‘Industry Talk’ dan Program Sangkutan Industri.

“Malahan, kita juga telah melantik UMT sebagai wakil tetap bagi pasukan petugas (task force) Tourism Malaysia Marketing Plan 2022-2026 untuk membantu merangka strategi pemasaran pelancongan serta memberikan idea bernas khususnya dari sudut pandang akademik,” katanya.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Kursus e-CTRE 2.0 Siri 4/2021 (Khas Untuk Pemandu Pelancong)

-MOTAC.

MTC taps UNITAR to upskill tourism, hospitality workers

 

Malaysia Tourism Council (MTC) has signed an MoU with UNITAR International University (UNITAR) to upskill and reskill tourism and hospitality workers who have been retrenched during the pandemic to prepare them for new job opportunities once international borders reopen.

“Investment in skills upgrading and training during this downtime is critical, as we seek to enable the industry to emerge stronger and transformed in the new normal,” MTC president Uzaidi Udanis said during the online MoU signing ceremony between MTC and UNITAR.

“The travel industry in the new normal is going to be very different from what it was. Travellers will do their research and buy their travel direct, bypassing the travel agent. To stay relevant, we must change according to the needs of the market. Travel agents have to be abreast with the latest digital technology, including AI and database management.

“With this collaboration between MTC and UNITAR, workers in tourism and hospitality businesses would be able to pick up new skills and capabilities to meet future challenges.”

MTC organising chairman and deputy president, K Thangavelu, said the MoU agreement is important to MTC for three reasons. “It demonstrates our strong support for UNITAR’s efforts to expand and strengthen its tourism faculty, it harnesses our people’s capabilities to create and apply innovative reskilling and upskilling solutions, and it is an important part of our continuing contribution to industry and community development in Malaysia.”

Sahol Hamid Abu Bakar, vice chancellor of UNITAR, shared that the university is working with MTC and its key players to push Malaysia’s economic recovery plan for the tourism industry by offering hospitality-related courses to upskill employees and agency owners under MTC.

UNITAR is the first, and currently, only university to collaborate with MTC to offer a fully online learning environment for hospitality and tourism education. The Hospitality and Tourism Department at UNITAR will offer Diploma in Tourism Management, Diploma in Hotel Management, Bachelor of Hospitality Management, and Masters in Hospitality Management.

-TTG Asia.

Tourism Malaysia X-Change Session Series 4 / 2020 ( 3 September 2020 )

 

Tourism Malaysia presents X-Change Session, the 4th Series featuring representatives from Desaru Coast Malaysia, Kwai Chai Hong Street and Saujana Hotel Sdn Bhd. Get to know our local products and latest updates online! 

-Tourism Malaysia.

Tourism & COVID-19 - A FPHP Webinar Series ( 14 July 2020 )

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Date: 14 July 2020

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-FPHP UiTM.

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-MOTAC.
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PATA plans free learning festival to connect travel trade players

A four-week virtual festival that promises to unify the travel trade through free learning and networking opportunities will be held by PATA from June 22 to July 17, 2020.

Dream to Travel will not be “just another virtual event”, remarked PATA CEO Mario Hardy.

Besides interaction with experts and peers, the festival will also provide a platform for industry players to introduce and browse regional and global travel products, and network in fun and innovative ways such as virtual hangouts, he elaborated.

PATA envisioned that the festival will spur the “industry to come together and work towards a more responsible and stronger travel and tourism industry”, Hardy said.

Dream to Travel will feature three key elements, the first being the Dream to Travel forums, where speakers from public and private tourism organisations share latest insights on the industry.

Meanwhile, the Digital Showroom and Community Hub element will provide a platform for tourism players worldwide to interact, and exhibit and browse travel products. Festival recordings and links will be made available.

The third element, Live Experiences, Virtual Hangouts and Giveaways, will challenge players to consider how meet-ups and cultural exchanges can be reworked in a time of safe distancing, where technology is more pertinent than ever.

Games and activities will be incorporated into the festival calendar.

PATA has partnered the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO), the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Tourism Malaysia, to feature the respective destinations during the festival. Each will be highlighted for a week.

A fourth partner destination will be announced at a later date.

Interested industry players can register for an Attendee Pass with PATA, and download the event app to receive further updates. A free webinar will be conducted on June 9, 15.00 ICT to provide more details on the Dream to Travel festival.

-TTG Asia.

Malaysian tourism players urged to focus on domestic travel, events for recovery

Minister Nancy Shukri is seeking funding for online training courses for tourism frontliners

The Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry is looking at ways of strengthening domestic tourism and restoring the travel confidence of locals, once it is safe to do so.

Speaking at a recent webinar organised by the Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA), entitled Protecting the Tourism Workforce, minister Nancy Shukri said domestic tourism will help to spur the local tourism industry which has been badly hit by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Nancy called on inbound tour operators to create innovative programmes in rural areas as well as areas that have been neglected by tourism stakeholders, while the ministry will help with promotions.

She added: “We are also looking at providing online training to further enhance the skills and quality of services for tourism frontliners.”

For this purpose, the ministry has proposed to the Economic Action Council for limited training allowances to run online training courses.

Nancy urged inbound tour operators to make use of the ministry’s grants for domestic marketing and promotions of domestic business events for 2020.

-TTG Asia.

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-Tourism Productivity Nexus.

Taylor’s Uni gets UN nod

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THE United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) has awarded the TedQual certification to Taylor’s University, making it the only institution in Malaysia to receive the highest accreditation for excellence by the UN. 

The university was recognised for its Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure Management academic programmes and research, joining 52 other universities around the world, such as George Washington University in the United States, Hong Kong Polytechnic University and the University of Queensland in Australia. 

The UNWTO is the UN agency responsible for the promotion of responsible, sustainable and universally accessible tourism. 

The TedQual Certification System aims to encourage the improvement of the quality of tourism education, training and research programmes at worldwide level. 

It comprises a series of evaluation criteria, that aims to measure the effectiveness of a university’s tourism education, training and research programmes, as well as to what extent it covers the needs of the tourism sector, civil society and the students.

Taylor’s University vice-chancellor and president Prof Michael Driscoll said this comes a couple of months after it was ranked 21st by QS World University Rankings by Subject for Hospitality and Leisure Management.

“This speaks volume of our distinctive strengths in outstanding teaching quality, significant impactful research conducted by our academicians, and the quality of graduates we produce. 

“I would like to congratulate my colleagues in the Faculty of Hospitality, Food and Leisure Management for this milestone,” he said.

Prof Driscoll said he looked forward to more achievements by the faculties and the university as it works towards becoming one of the top universities in Asia by 2022.

-thestar online.