Sabah birding routes attract worldwide enthusiasts

 

KOTA KINABALU: More than 100 birding and wildlife travel experts and enthusiasts from across the globe attended the unveiling of the Sabah Birding Routes during the recent Global BirdFair in Rutland, United Kingdom.

The guide map, launched by Sabah Assistant Tourism, Culture, and Environment Minister Datuk Joniston Bangkuai, was the focal point of the Sabah birding destination promotion.

"We aim to put Sabah on the global birdwatching map, and we are excited about the strong interest in Sabah as a birding destination at the Global BirdFair.

"This event showcased Sabah's birding potential and connected us with the global community. "We are eager to welcome more birding enthusiasts to explore Sabah's natural beauty," said Joniston, who is chairman of the Sabah Tourism Board (STB), in a statement.

Present were STB chief executive officer Julinus Jimit, Sabah Birdwatchers Association president Ron Pudin, and representatives from key birding associations, including the World Pheasant Association.

The Sabah Birding Routes outlines the best birdwatching locations in Sabah, including Mount Kinabalu, which Joniston describes as "a VIP lounge for our avian celebrities" due to its role as a key distribution centre for Borneo's montane birds.

With 688 bird species, including 66 endemic to Borneo and six unique to Sabah, the guide aims to enhance the birdwatching experience and allow enthusiasts to explore Sabah's rich avian diversity with ease.

The guide map was prepared by the Sabah Tourism Board with input from the Sabah Birdwatchers Association.

Acknowledging the invaluable contributions of the Sabah Birdwatchers Association, Joniston said Ron Pudin has been instrumental in promoting Sabah's rich avian diversity.

"Ron's passion and dedication have been crucial in putting Sabah's birding treasures on the map.

"I am sure his work will continue to inspire both locals and visitors to appreciate and protect our natural heritage," he said.

Meanwhile, Ron said the opportunity to produce the birding route map has opened the door to working with the World Pheasant Association to share technical and expertise knowledge, particularly on one of the rarest pheasants in the world, the Bornean Peacock Pheasant.

"It's high time that we work together to establish long-term plans for sustainable habitats for this species. "This is a successful trip indeed to one of the biggest bird fairs in the world."

-nst online.

Batik Air Tourism Malaysia Roadshow at Srinagar

 

11 July 2024, Meerz Hotel Srinagar - The event was a tremendous success, attended by about 50 enthusiastic travel agents.

Product owners from Malaysia, including Wyndham Ion Majestic, Lexis Hotels & Resorts, and Resort World Genting, showcased their incredible offerings.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Sambutan ketibaan Penerbangan Sulung Qingdao Airlines bagi sektor Qingdao - Kuala Lumpur

 

9 Julai 2024: Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Kuala Lumpur T2 - Penerbangan sulung Qingdao Airlines ini adalah bagi sektor Qingdao - Kuala Lumpur dan mendarat di sini pada jam 4.15 petang.

Penerbangan ini menggunakan pesawat A321Neo dengan jumlah kekerapan penerbangan adalah sebanyak 3 kali seminggu dengan jumlah tempat duduk sebanyak 585.

Sambutan ini diketuai oleh YBrs. Encik Manoharan Periasamy, Ketua Pengarah Tourism Malaysia bersama-sama pihak pengurusan MAHB.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Perak Travel Fair 2024 @ MyTown Shopping Centre, Kuala Lumpur ( 12 ~ 14 July 2024 )

 

Perak Travel Fair kini tiba di Kuala Lumpur sempena Tahun Melawat Perak 2024!

Yang mana free, jom lah singgah ke booth pameran Perak Travel Fair di MyTOWN Shopping Centre, Kuala Lumpur, 12 sehingga 14 Julai 2024 hujung minggu ni.

Pelbagai aktiviti menarik termasuk pakej pelancongan, demo dan jualan produk kraftangan, persembahan kebudayaan negeri Perak dan lebih lagi. Sambil cuci mata tengok pakej-pakej murah yang ditawarkan, bolehlah layan persembahan daripada Sarah Suhairi sekali, memang menarik tau!

Pastikan korang datang beramai-ramai ye, moh ler kite!

-Tourism Perak

Lawatan Media ‘Influencer’ Cuti-Cuti Malaysia ‘Mana Lagi, Melaka Ler’ Menggiat Pelancongan Domestik

 

AYER KEROH, 9 JULAI 2024 - Sejajar dengan Tahun Melawat Melaka 2024, Tourism Malaysia menganjurkan program Lawatan Bersama Media Influencer Sempena Kempen Cuti-Cuti Malaysia bagi menyemarakkan lagi pelancongan domestik dengan memperkenalkan destinasi-destinasi menarik di sekitar Melaka.

Program lawatan ini merupakan antara usaha mempergiatkan promosi sektor pelancongan dalam negara sekali gus menonjolkan keunikan Melaka sebagai destinasi pelancongan utama di Malaysia. Lawatan terdiri daripada 9 wakil media melibatkan pengamal media baharu selama empat hari bermula 2 hingga 5 Julai 2024.

Edisi kali ini membawa para peserta meneroka produk-produk pelancongan di beberapa lokasi menarik yang mempunyai nilai sejarah, ekologi, dan budaya yang unik. Antara tempat yang dilawati adalah Pusat Konservasi & Penerangan Penyu Padang Kemunting yang terletak di Masjid Tanah, Melaka. Pusat konservasi ini mencatatkan pendaratan Penyu Karah tertinggi di Semenanjung Malaysia dan berada di bawah naungan Jabatan Perikanan Malaysia dengan sokongan dari Kerajaan Negeri Melaka.

Selain itu, peserta berpeluang untuk menikmati penginapan di The Arjana Resort yang terletak di Jalan Pengkalan Balak, serta mengikuti Eco Cruise Sungai Linggi. Eco-Cruise Sungai Linggi adalah antara tarikan pelancongan terbaharu negeri Melaka yang dilancarkan pada awal tahun 2024. Peserta program dibawa menyusuri Sungai Linggi bermula dari Jeti Paya Lebar ke beberapa lokasi menarik sepanjang pengembaraan selama tiga jam, termasuk Sabak Arang, Taman Lokan, dan Kota Simpang.

The Coco Journey, sebuah produk pelancongan inap dusun ala resort pertama di negeri Melaka, juga merupakan salah satu destinasi lawatan. Produk agro pelancongan ini menawarkan penginapan mewah di Villa @Coco atau glamping Eco Tent @Coco serta Eco Dome @Coco di kelilingi kira-kira 2,100 batang pokok kelapa dan avokado.

Para peserta juga dibawa ke Pantai Klebang untuk menikmati aktiviti santai serta melawat Bengkel Pembuatan Kereta Lembu di Kampung Tambak Bugis. Di sini, peserta akan mengenali dan mengalami sendiri proses pembuatan, baikpulih serta pemasangan kereta lembu oleh satu-satunya pembuat dan pembaikpulih kereta lembu tradisional negeri Melaka, En. Samsudin Abdul. Sebagai daya tarikan, peserta akan dibawa bersiar-siar sekitar Kampung Tambak Bugis menaiki kereta lembu tradisional.

Selain itu, lawatan ke Taman Laut Melaka juga disertakan dalam program ini dengan mengunjungi tiga buah pulau iaitu Pulau Undan, Pulau Dodol, dan Pulau Nangka yang telah diwartakan pada 4 April 2023. Pulau Undan terkenal dengan keindahan alam semulajadi serta rumah api yang dibina oleh kerajaan Belanda pada tahun 1880-an. Pulau Nangka dan Pulau Dodol pula memiliki pantai yang bersih dengan air laut yang jernih, sesuai untuk aktiviti seperti berenang atau snorkeling.

Ketua Pengarah Tourism Malaysia berkata, "Program ini adalah satu usaha murni untuk memperkenalkan Melaka sebagai destinasi pelancongan domestik yang unggul. Kami berharap melalui lawatan ini, para influencer dapat berkongsi pengalaman mereka dan menarik lebih ramai pelancong untuk mengunjungi tempat-tempat menarik di Melaka. Melaka mempunyai banyak tarikan unik yang menanti untuk diterokai, dan kami yakin ini akan meningkatkan lagi sektor pelancongan domestik."

“Melalui program ini, diharapkan dapat meningkatkan lagi kesedaran dan minat orang ramai terhadap destinasi pelancongan tempatan serta menyokong usaha kerajaan dalam merancakkan sektor pelancongan domestik” katanya.

-Tourism Malaysia.

Festival Kesenian Rakyat Kelate 2024 @ Pantai Irama, Bachok, Kelantan ( 1 ~ 3 Ogos 2024 )

 

FESTIVAL KESENIAN RAKYAT KELATE (FKRK) 2024 KEMBALI LAGI..KALI INI FKRK AKAN BERLANGSUNG:

PAKAT MAGHI BELAKO

1 hingga 3 Ogos 2024 (Khamis, Jumaat & Sabtu)

9.00 pagi hingga 11.30 malam

Pantai Irama Bachok, Kelantan

PELBAGAI AKTIVITI MENARIK AKAN DIADAKAN ANTARANYA:

- Pameran, Jualan & Demonstrasi

- Perkhidmatan Komuniti

- Sukan & Permainan

- Pencungkilan Bakat

- Malam Kerohanian

- Persembahan Kebudayaan & Kesenian

- Majlis Penutupan

ANTARA PERSEMBAHAN ARTIS DAN KUMPULAN YANG AKAN MENGHIBURKAN ANDA:

- Yabang Khalifah, Emie Sukma Sari, Irfan Mutiara Biru, Ryna Ramadhan Rizky & Poyie Gasi.

- Kumpulan Dikir Barat: Sirat Maharaja, Medan Kemulang, Tanjak Laksamana, Gelombang Biru, Putera Perkasa, Sri Baru & Tirai Besi.

- Artis Budaya JKKN Kelantan, Kumpulan Makyung Kijang Emas, Kumpulan Wayang Kulit, Kumpulan

Rebana Ubi & Kertuk Awang Selamat, Persatuan Seni Kebudayaan Wei Yang Kelantan, Pertubuhan

Tiong Hua Kelantan, Kumpulan Kencana, Kumpulan Silat dan ramai lagi.

PERTANDINGAN:

- Tarian Rampaian Melayu Tradisional, Peragaan Kanak-Kanak, Nasyid, Mewarna, Bike Nation, Klong

Jao, Memancing, Ayam Ratu, Biri-Biri Jangok, Beruk Pulah Nyior & Memasak.

HUBUNGI:

JKKN Kelantan: 09-741 7000

Mohd Zanidizam: 011-3192 2039

Nurmizanun: 017-952 5996

-Pusat Penerangan Pelancongan Negeri Kelantan.

Direct Kota Kinabalu-Kota Bharu flights offer tourism potential

 

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah’s tourism players are expanding into the Kelantan market following the launch of direct flights between the two states.

Malaysian Chinese Tourism Association (MCTA) Sabah Chairman, Vincent Sia, said AirAsia currently operates flights three times a week on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, and they are capitalising on this service.

He said MCTA Sabah, with support from the Sabah Tourism Board, launched a roadshow to promote Sabah in the northeastern and western regions of the peninsula on June 22-28.

“We initiated the roadshow through a business networking event with tourism players in Kota Bharu, which is our new market,” said Vincent.

The event was attended by Kelantan Tourism, Culture, Arts, and Heritage Chairman, Datuk Kamaruddin Md Nor, and Tourism Malaysia Eastern Region Office, Deputy Director Mohd Azizul Arif Yahaya.

“We have also discussed with Kamaruddin and Azizul to collaborate on efforts to jointly promote Kota Kinabalu and Kota Bharu,” added Vincent.

To attract more travellers to visit Sabah, he suggested that AirAsia consider increasing flight frequency from the present three to five times a week.

Following their networking and meeting in Kota Bharu, MCTA Sabah continued their roadshow to Ipoh.

“Perak is also a new market for us with promising potential, as visitors from the State can travel to Sabah via Penang, which has an international airport,” Vincent noted.

He was also impressed by the number of outbound travel agencies in Perak, which, despite being a small State, has more than 30, indicating a strong potential market.

Vincent said he had extended an invitation to Perak Tourism Chairman Datuk Mohd Kamil Shafie to visit Sabah in the near future to foster cooperation.

“Sabah is poised to attract visitors from Perak because during the business-to-business session, we found that many Perak travel agencies had never been to Sabah,” he remarked.

“Although Perak highlights the orangutan as one of their tourism attractions, it originated from Sabah.”

“Visitors can explore orangutans in their natural habitat in Sabah, while Perak boasts its own elephants, distinct from Sabah’s pygmy elephants,” he added.

Vincent and other MCTA Sabah members also attended the National MCTA annual general meeting and election held in Kuala Lumpur, where Patrick Law was appointed as the new President.

He congratulated MCTA Sabah Advisor, Lawrence Wong, on being elected as the national 1st Vice President.

“I hope the new office bearers will provide us with greater support and create more opportunities for business and benefits for the members,” said Vincent.

Also present were MCTA Sabah Deputy Chairman Amity Wong and their members including hotel operators and travel agencies.

-Daily Express online.

Gamuda Luge to support Selangor's 7.0mil tourist target: Menteri Besar

 

image: Skyline Luge Kuala Lumpur

RAWANG: Gamuda Bhd's Gamuda Luge Gardens is reinforcing Selangor's position as a premier tourist destination, Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said.

He said the addition of Gamuda Luge Gardens, featuring the first-ever Skyline Luge in Malaysia and a vibrant entertainment hub in the northern Klang Valley corridor, is expected to boost tourist arrivals in the state.

"Last year, Selangor welcomed 6.54 million tourists. With these new attractions, it supports the state to achieving our target of 7. 0 million tourist arrivals for Visit Selangor Year 2025.

This development not only enhances the state's unique tourism offerings but also aligns with our broader strategy to attract leading international brands and elevate the overall visitor experience in Selangor," Amiruddin said at the launch of Gamuda Luge Gardens here today.

Gamuda Luge Gardens is located in the popular Gamuda Gardens township, featuring a variety of attractions designed for family fun. 

This includes the renowned Skyline Luge Kuala Lumpur and the family friendly FunPark and waterplay attraction, Big Bucket Splash.

Gamuda Bhd chairman Tan Sri Ambrin Buang said since its soft launch in December 2023, the entertainment hub has quickly become a landmark destination in the northern Klang Valley corridor, attracting over 420,000 visitors including overseas visitors.

"This underscores our dedication to good placemaking for our community by creating places where they can be out in nature, get to know one another and ultimately to form close-knitted communities that support one another," he said.

He added that as Gamuda Gardens continues to mature with a current population of over 8,000 residents, the company is looking forward to welcoming new additions and strategic partnerships like Skyline Luge to add value to the residents.

"Besides leisure and entertainment, we also look forward to having more food and beverage (F&B) operators for our commercial developments, clinics and pharmacies, schools and lifestyle amenities that will help enrich the life of our community," he said.

The launch signifies a new era of excitement at the township, with the unveiling of two new attractions, signifying the full operations of FunPark.

These include the ferris wheel Eye of Gardens, officially recognised by the Malaysia Book of Records as the tallest and largest ferris wheel in a theme park, and the thrilling Vroomerang ride.

With these additions, FunPark now offers a complete experience, complementing its existing attractions: Jellycup Twist, Fruity Frenzy, Jumpshot, Carousel, and the 10,000-square-foot Big Bucket Splash waterplay area.

As FunPark and Skyline Luge Kuala Lumpur ignite the excitement within Gamuda Luge Gardens, the next chapter unfolds with The Atrium.

This mixed-use development plot, located adjacent to Skyline Luge and FunPark, will be unveiled in phases, boasting a diverse tenant mix comprising F&B, retail, entertainment, and more, to cater to the thriving community at Gamuda Gardens and its surrounding vicinity.

-nst online.

Visit Kedah Year 2025 campaign set for July 19 launch

 

State Tourism, Culture and Entrepreneur Committee chairman Datuk Mohd Salleh Saidin (right) said a consultant appointed by the state government had prepared the concept framework and programmes under VK 2025. NSTP/HAMZAH OSMAN

LANGKAWI: The Visit Kedah Year 2025 (VK 2025) campaign is set for launch at the Malaysia Tourism Centre (Matic) on July 19.

State Tourism, Culture and Entrepreneur Committee chairman Datuk Mohd Salleh Saidin said a consultant appointed by the state government had prepared the concept framework and programmes under VK 2025.

"After its launch on July 19, all parties, including government agencies, the private sector and tourism players, will have about five months to promote the campaign intensively," he told reporters after attending an engagement dinner with some 200 tourism players in Langkawi yesterday.

In a related matter, Salleh said he held a meeting with Langkawi ferry operators to better understand their predicaments.

"This ferry issue will have an impact on VK 2025. Hence, I have written to the Transport Ministry to request an appointment between the ministry, the ferry operators and the state government," he said.

-nst online.

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.

-nst online.

MAH Domestik Tourism Fair 2024 @ Pavilion Bukit Jalil ( 6 ~ 7 Julai 2024 )

Tourism Malaysia melalui Bahagian Domestik & Acara menyertai MAH DOMESTIC TOURISM FAIR 2024

Tarikh: 6-7 Julai 2024

Masa: 11.00 pagi hingga 10.00 malam

Tempat: Gurney Paragon Mall, Pulau Pinangavilion Bukit Jalil Exhibition Centre

 

Tourism Malaysia dengan kerjasama 16 penggiat pelancongan tempatan telah menyediakan pelbagai pakej pelancongan dengan tawaran harga diskaun hingga 50%, khas untuk pembeli semasa acara ini berlangsung.

 

Pengiat pelancongan yang dibawa khas adalah:-

99 Wonderland Park

BDB Leisure

Chocolate Museum

D’Bilut Agrofarm

Menara Taming Sari

MLS Holidays

PD Ostrich Show Farm

Petrosains

Platinum Charters

Pulse Group

Semporna Paradise Travel & Tours

Smart Leisure & Travels

Tapak X Holiday

Tasik Cermin

Zamar Travel

Zoo Melaka & Night Safari

 

Jom kunjungi Astaka Tourism Malaysia di Aras 5, Pavilion Bukit Jalil Exhibition Centre dan rebut peluang bertemu dengan pempengaruh media sosial Michie Lam dan Aereon Wong.

 

Datanglah beramai-ramai ke Pavilion Bukit Jalil Exhibition Centre kerana pelbagai aktiviti yang menyeronokan telah disediakan oleh penganjur. Masuk adalah percuma!

 

Jumpa anda di sana!

-Tourism Malaysia.

Hari Terbuka ASWARA 2024 @ Kampus ASWARA Kuala Lumpur ( 6 Julai 2024 )

 

HARI TERBUKA ASWARA 2024

Sempena 30 tahun Ulang Tahun ASWARA, jom meriahkan hujung minggu anda di HARI TERBUKA ASWARA 2024 yang akan berlangsung pada:

Tarikh: 6 Julai 2024 (Sabtu)
Masa: 10.00 Pagi - 5.00 Petang
Tempat: Kampus ASWARA, Kuala Lumpur

Pelbagai aktiviti menarik menanti anda seperti:

- Ujibakat dan Temuduga Pengambilan Pelajar Sesi Akademik 2024 / 2025
- Persembahan Menarik
- Alumni Homecoming Talk
- Lawatan Berpandu ASWARA
- Pameran Reruai ASWARA
- Jualan Food Truck

Temui selebriti dan alumni ASWARA seperti:

- Sherry Al-Hadad
- Kai Hassan
- Aidilia Hilda
- Zharif Zhafri
- Fadhli Masoot
- Shaf Naufas

Jumpa anda di sana‼

-Aswara Malaysia.

Ekspo Al-Quran Dan Produk Seni @ Kapal Cheng Ho, Hotel Mudzaffar, Melaka ( 5 ~ 14 Julai 2024 )

 

EKSPO AL-QURAN DAN PRODUK SENI

”JUALAN GUDANG TERBESAR”

SAMBUT TAHUN BARU ISLAM DENGAN AL QURAN

5 hingga 14 Julai 2024

10.00 pagi - 10.00 malam

Kapal Cheng Ho, Hotel Mudzaffar, Ayer Keroh, Melaka.

Yayasan Restu dengan kolaborasi bersama Nasyrul Quran dan Hotel Mudzaffar, sukacita menjemput anda serta keluarga ke Ekspo Al-Quran dan Produk Seni.

Pameran Buku Sirah Terbesar di Dunia | Belajar Sirah Melalui 3D VR | Mailis Ilmu dan Zikir I Pameran dan Jualan Al-Quran Pelbagai Jenis serta Kitab | Dibuat Individu dengan Yakin (DIY) Seni Islam Kanak-kanak | Diskaun Penginapan di Hotel Mudzaffar | Aktiviti Riadah Memancing Bersama Keluarga (Percuma) | Jualan Makanan dari Trak | Jualan Produk dan Potongan Harga Yang Menarik._

Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Yi342ueA2qDDv7Hp7

Semua dijemput hadir.

-Nasyrul Quran.

Malaysia Airline's inaugural airline trade event draws 300 delegates

 

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Airlines' inaugural airline trade event,  Global Trade Elevation Summit 2024, brought together 300 delegates, including over 200 international attendees from 48 cities and 21 countries.

The event which ran from June 25, 2024 until June 27, 2024 sought to position Kuala Lumpur as a gateway for Asia and beyond.

It was held in collaboration with Tourism Malaysia and the Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB).

In a statement today, Malaysia Airlines said key decision-makers from major trade companies worldwide participated in the summit, fostering global collaboration, strategising future initiatives, and strengthening ties crucial for advancing Malaysia's position in the global tourism landscape.

The event underscored the airline's commitment to leveraging its role as the national carrier to support national tourism objectives.

"We are pleased to collaborate with industry leaders, including travel agents worldwide and local stakeholders like Tourism Malaysia and MyCEB to drive innovation, efficiency and growth in the aviation industry and beyond," Malaysia Aviation Group managing director Datuk Captain Izham Ismail said.

"We will continue leveraging these partnerships to fuel our expansion, increase our reach and commit our efforts to drive growth both domestically and globally, and look forward to forging strategic partnerships that form a robust network, broadening our market reach," he added.

The summit also featured the prestigious Golden Wau Awards, the first of its kind in the industry to celebrate top-performing sales agents who demonstrated exceptional achievements in driving revenue.

Malaysia Airlines said the awards not only recognise excellence but also highlight the invaluable contributions of the trade partners to its growth.

"By introducing this award, Malaysia Airlines aims to set new industry standards and inspire excellence among all trade partners, thereby significantly contributing to its growth and enhancing Malaysia's presence on the global tourism stage," it added.

-nst online.