Tahun Melawat Negeri Sembilan diselaras bersama Tahun Melawat Malaysia

 

AMINUDDIN Harun (dua dari kiri) menyampaikan sumbangan kepada anak yatim pada program Street Iftar-Under The Stars Bersama Rakan Strategik MPPD di Laluan Jalan Pasar dan Jalan Baharu, Bandar Port Dickson, semalam.-UTUSAN/MOHD. SHAHJEHAN MAAMIN.

PORT DICKSON: Kerajaan Negeri Sembilan akan menyelaraskan program Tahun Melawat Negeri Sembilan bersama dengan Tahun Melawat Malaysia sekali gus dilihat mampu memberikan impak lebih besar kepada industri pelancongan dalam negara.

Menteri Besar, Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun berkata, keputusan itu diambil selepas mengambil beberapa perkara kemudahan dan infrastruktur sedia ada serta projek-projek menaik taraf sebelum menerima kedatangan pelancong. 

“Setakat ini, kami belum mengadakan sebarang perbincangan, kami melihat kemudahan infrastruktur yang ada selepas Covid-19, banjir itu harus diberikan tumpuan. 

“Sekiranya dilaksanakan secara bersama, tentu dapat buat promosi yang lebih besar dan lebih meriah. Kami serah kepada pihak Kementerian Pelancongan, Seni dan Budaya untuk buat sebarang perbincangan. Kami serah kepada pihak kementerian dan akan sambut baik apa sahaja keputusan ,” katanya.

Beliau berkata demikian kepada pemberita selepas hadir ke program Street Iftar-Under The Stars Bersama Rakan Strategik Majlis Perbandaran Port Dickson (MPPD) di Laluan Jalan Pasar dan Jalan Baharu, Bandar Port Dickson di sini semalam.

Perdana Menteri, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim yang juga Menteri Kewangan semasa membentangkan Belanjawan 2023 berkata, tahun 2025 telah ditetapkan sebagai Tahun Melawat Malaysia dengan sasaran ketibaan 23.5 juta pelancong antarabangsa dan unjuran pendapatan sehingga RM76.8 bilion.

Katanya, kerajaan memperuntukkan RM250 juta untuk mempromosi dan melonjakkan pelancongan negara mulai tahun ini dan menjelang Tahun Melawat Malaysia 2025.

-utusan online.

ATM 2023 to shape the future of sustainable tourism

 

The 30th edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) will take place at Dubai World Trade Centre from May 1 to 4 with travel professionals and policymakers from across the globe coming together to explore how the tourism sector is working to drive decarbonisation.

The four-day event will feature over 150 speakers across 63 sessions, with ministers from the UAE, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Jamaica and Spain to join a host of senior figures from the private sector to showcase sustainable innovations, share knowledge and best practice, and explore opportunities and challenges along the road to net zero.

The 30th edition will “address one of the most significant challenges facing the sector, in line with our theme of Working Towards Net Zero”, commented Danielle Curtis, exhibition director ME, ATM.

“Increased participation in this year’s show not only reflects the seriousness with which global tourism professionals and policymakers are taking sustainability, but also rising demand for leisure and business travel across the Middle East and beyond.”

Exhibitor participation will be 27 per cent higher than last year, with more than 2,000 exhibitors and beyond 34,000 attendees from over 150 countries.

The event will also host an array of regional policymakers, private-sector leaders, and speakers addressing sector-critical issues throughout the four days of the event.

Curtis added: “We look forward to learning how they are working to achieve net zero within their respective tourism markets, as our industry comes together to showcase the cutting-edge innovations and solutions that are driving the next generation of sustainable travel in the Middle East and beyond.”

To mark the 30th edition, Curtis and her team will unveil a dedicated sustainability pledge designed to reinforce commitment to the delivery of sustainable events and supplemented by a new playbook offering participants a framework within which to mitigate their environmental impact before, during and after the show – it also offers an operational guide for ATM as it works towards net zero by 2030.

In addition, this year’s show will also see the return of the ATM Travel Tech Stage, which will showcase how cutting-edge innovations – artificial intelligence, metaverse, cryptocurrency and big data – are driving environmentally responsible tourism.

Highlights of ATM 2023 include the brand-new Sustainability Hub, which will feature sessions dedicated to the latest sustainable travel trends and innovations; the ATM 2023 Start-up Competition, an event that will see entrepreneurs go head-to-head in a ‘Sustainable Tech Pitch Battle’; the International Luxury Travel Market Arabia; and sessions from the International Tourism & Investment Conference, the International Congress and Convention Association, and the Global Business Travel Association.

Other highlights include sessions focused on the key markets of India, China and the GCC, as well as informal speed networking.

-TTG Asia.

Yong Tai's Courtyard by Marriott Melaka to benefit from the influx of Chinese tourists

 

Yong Tai Bhd (YTB) is expected to benefit from the strengthening relationship between Malaysia and China, as the influx of business tourists will contribute to the rising demand for hotel accommodations.

KUALA LUMPUR: Yong Tai Bhd (YTB) is expected to benefit from the strengthening relationship between Malaysia and China, as the influx of business tourists will contribute to the rising demand for hotel accommodations.

Chinese companies increasingly invest in Malaysian infrastructure, manufacturing, and technology sectors, there is also an increasing number of business travellers visiting Malaysia.

And companies, particularly those offering amenities and services tailored to the needs of corporate travellers, will likely benefit from the growing trend.

"Ultimately, the Courtyard by Marriott Melaka will play an instrumental role in tapping into the pent-up demand for travel, benefiting both YTB and Malaysia's tourism sector," YTB said in a statement.

Moreover, the opening of the Courtyard by Marriott Melaka, owned by YTB, marks a significant milestone for the company, as it is positioned to accommodate the predicted surge in demand for accommodation and hospitality services due to the pent-up demand for travel following months of travel restrictions.

The hotel is expected to generate a consistent recurring revenue stream for the company as travellers return to Melaka.

On earnings, YTB returned to profitability in the first quarter (Q1) of its financial year ending on June 30, 2023 (FY23), demonstrating the company's resilience and ability to navigate the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Through various initiatives in revitalising its business, YTB reported a net profit of RM3.4 million in the first half (1H) of FY23, compared to RM22.0 million in the same period the previous year.

The company's recovery highlights its commitment to progressively delivering its projects and has established a foundation for long-term success and stability.

Chief executive officer and executive director Datuk Wira Boo Kuang Loon previously said that the company would continue to work with various local and international show producers on events or shows at Encore Melaka, which could boost earnings through rental income and potential ancillary income from merchandise sales, accommodation and broadcasting revenue.

He added that the company would collaborate with other parties in delivering art and technology exhibitions at Encore Melaka to maximise the utilisation of its theatre.

-nst online.

Lao Travel Agents Fam Trip Highlights Sabah And Malaysia As A Value-For-Money Destination

 

PUTRAJAYA, 5 April 2023 – Tourism Malaysia has taken travel agents from Vientiane, Laos, on a 7D 6N familiarisation trip (FAM Trip) from 19 to 25 March 2023 to tap into their interests in generating sales lead to Malaysia in highlighting Sabah as a new destination for the Lao market, including its floating resorts.

A total of 10 participants, comprising nine travel agents and a marketing representative from Tourism Malaysia Laos, joined this very first official FAM Trip to Malaysia since the Laos border reopening, co-hosted by Sabah Tourism Board, Columbia Leisure, Sky Mirror Kuala Selangor and Vivatel Kuala Lumpur.

Dato’ Zainuddin Abdul Wahab, Director-General of Tourism Malaysia, said: “The enchanting floating resorts in Malaysia offer unique travel experiences and value-for-money destinations which we believe will appeal to the Lao people, especially for the beach and island lovers.”

“In Sabah, Sipadan Kapalai Dive Resort, Gayana Marine Resort and Mataking Resort are some of the sought-after floating resorts for a perfect vacation, not to mention Lexis Hibiscus in Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan - a luxury beach resort offering idyllic view and world-class amenities.”

Other highlights of the new tourism products included the hidden gem of the beautiful Sky Mirror in Kuala Selangor and the Instagrammable spot of Saloma Link Bridge, apart from modern shopping malls in Kuala Lumpur.

Malaysia welcomed 26,995 tourist arrivals from Laos in 2019. Currently, even though there is no direct flight from Laos to Malaysia, travellers can transit through Bangkok and fly to Kuala Lumpur or Sabah via Thai AirAsia or Thai Airways. Alternatively, they can enter Malaysia via the land route to Johor Bahru after boarding Scoot from Vientiane to Singapore.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Iftar@KL 2023 ( 8, 9, 15 & 16 April 2023 )

 

Iftar@KL bakal menemui anda pada 8,9, 15 dan 16 April 2023 bertempat di Jalan Raja, Dataran Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur.

Nikmati suasana berbuka puasa beramai-ramai di atas jalan raya dan padang sambil menikmati pemandangan menarik Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad. Pelbagai pengisian menarik disediakan seperti:-

> Penyediaan Bubur Lambuk

> Tadarus Al Quran

> Solat Berjemaah dan Tarawih

> Aktiviti Kerohanian – Tazkirah

> Ramadan dan Ceramah Perdana

> Persembahan Nasyid

> Kaunter Bayaran Zakat

> Jualan Food Truck

Orang awam dijemput hadir bagi memeriahkan Iftar@KL 2023

Jumpa anda disana......

-JKKN.

Raja Muda Perlis lancar kempen promosi masakan Perlis @ Sandakan

 

TUANKU Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail (tiga dari kiri) berkenan bagi melancarkan kempen Promosi Masakan Perlis@Sandakan di Hotel Elopura, Sabah, baru-baru ini. -UTUSAN

KANGAR: Raja Muda Perlis, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail berkenan bagi melancarkan kempen Promosi Masakan Perlis@Sandakan di Hotel Elopura baru-baru ini.

Keberangkatan tiba baginda ke program anjuran Yayasan Tuanku Syed Putra (YTSP) Perlis bersama Hotel Elopura itu disambut oleh pemiliknya, Datuk Mohd Affendi Datuk Hamdan.

Tuanku Syed Faizuddin bertitah, hidangan-hidangan yang disediakan di hotel itu pastinya akan dapat menambat selera pengunjung yang ingin mencuba juadah disediakan di sana.

“Selain daripada menu-menu enak disediakan, terdapat banyak lagi hidangan menarik di Perlis antaranya seperti Laksa Kuala Perlis, Pulut Mangga Harumanis dan Pekasam Ikan Puyu,” titah baginda.

Antara juadah popular negeri Perlis yang disediakan khas bersempena majlis berbuka puasa di hotel itu adalah seperti Kurma Daging Perlis, Gulai Tulang dengan Rebung, dan Pekasam Ikan Timah Tasoh.

Semua juadah berkenaan disediakan oleh Datuk Zull Aznam Haron dan dibantu pasukan chef daripada Hotel Elopura yang beroperasi di Sandakan Harbour Square, Sabah.

Dalam pada itu, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin turut mengalu-alukan kedatangan semua pelancong untuk berkunjung ke Perlis yang mempunyai pelbagai tarikan menarik.

“Perlis mempunyai banyak lokasi-lokasi menarik untuk dilawati antaranya keindahan Gua Kelam, Taman Negeri, Wang Kelian View Point, Projek Transformasi Diraja Kampung Nelayan Warna Warni Seberang Ramai Kuala Perlis, Empangan Timah Tasoh, Kangar Street Art, Superfruits Valley, Ladang Kenaf dan banyak lagi.

“Lokasi-lokasi pelancongan ini mempunyai daya tarikan tersendiri yang pastinya memberikan pengalaman dan memori tidak ternilai kepada setiap para pengunjung ke negeri ini,” titah baginda.

-utusan online.

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.

-nst online.

Sabah to host Adex Ocean Partnership Summit in August

 

Bangkuai (third left) launching the Sabah Adex Ocean Partnership Summit 2023.

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah will further reinforce its reputation as a preferred meeting, incentive, convention, and exhibition (MICE) destination when the state plays host to the Asia Dive Expo (Adex) Ocean Partnership Summit later this year.

This will also enable the state to solidify its position as a destination promoting marine conservation initiatives and sustainable diving tourism.

The summit, which is scheduled here from Aug 18 to 20, follows the Asian Dive Expo that is taking place at Singapore’s Sands Expo and Convention Centre from March 31 to April 2.

Sabah Tourism, Culture, and Environment Assistant Minister Datuk Joniston Bangkuai, who is also Sabah Tourism Board chairman, attended the opening of Singapore Adex and also launched Sabah Adex Ocean Partnership Summit 2023.

Present were Adex chief executive officer John Thet, Sabah Tourism Board chief executive officer Noredah Othman, Malaysia dive icon and Adex diving ambassador Clement Lee and Sabah Adex team head Theresa Tham.

Organised in partnership with the Sabah Tourism Board, the summit will be held at the Sabah International Convention Centre here from Aug 18 to 20.

“Sabah is already a popular diving destination and we are committed to the conservation and preservation of our marine ecosystem,” said Bangkuai in a statement on Friday (March 31).

“This exciting event will support the Sabah government's ongoing initiatives in ocean conservation and sustainable development.

“The state government has put in place a range of initiatives to protect the marine environment, including marine parks and sanctuaries, strict regulations on fishing and diving, and education programmes to raise awareness about marine conservation.

“We look forward to welcoming the global ocean community, renowned speakers, professional diving fraternity and attendees, in general, to build a network while sharing ideas and knowledge on the best practice adaptation for the ocean,” he said, adding the event will also bolster the state’s diving industry.

While actively pushing Sabah as a preferred travel destination, Bangkuai said that the Sabah Tourism Board was also shifting its focus to promoting specialised and high-end tourism activities.

This included scuba diving given that the state has a strong network of professional dive operators offering world-class diving services.

He also highlighted Sabah’s capacity for hosting significant events and expressed hope to see Sabah host its very own dive expo in light of the fact that many divers consider the state to be a must-dive spot.

Additionally, he said the Sabah Adex Ocean Partnership Summit provides an excellent platform to showcase not only Sabah’s rich marine biodiversity, but also its cultural diversity, giving visitors a chance to experience local culture and cuisine while also taking advantage of diving opportunities.

Based on statistics, Sabah recorded 61,796 divers in 2022, bringing in an estimated RM222.8mil in revenue.

The figure comprises 6,411 international divers and 55,384 domestic divers.

In 2019, Sabah registered 130,604 international divers and 7,145 domestic divers, with a total revenue of RM821mil.

-thestar online.

𝐏𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐲𝐚 𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐦𝐚 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐊𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐄𝐤𝐬𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐋𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐢𝐝𝐢𝐥𝐅𝐢𝐭𝐫𝐢

 

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

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

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

-KTM Berhad.

UNWTO digs deeper to uncover more top tourism villages

 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

-TTG Asia.

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

 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

-Tourism Malaysia.

Senai Airport welcomes resumption of flights from China

 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

-nst online.

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

 

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

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

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

Venue : Flood Mitigation Tunnel Kampung Wai, PERLIS .

Discipline : The Malaysia Book Of Records record attempt

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

CLICK ON LINK TO GET MORE INFO AND REGISTER :

https://linktr.ee/hermission.house

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

Contact us at https://wa.me/60138721152 / https://wa.me/60174173387 / https://wa.me/60174841626 or email to hermission.house@gmail.com

-Tourism of Perlis Official fb.

Ethiopian Airlines sambung semula penerbangan ke Malaysia

 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

-utusan online.

Pahang govt in talks with several airlines to revive Kuantan route

 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Tip of Borneo to be reopened next month

 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Tourism Selangor bantu pengusaha pelancongan melalui Festival Ramadan

 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Rakyat diseru semarakkan Tahun Melawat Perlis 2024

 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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