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Tourism: Remarkable recovery by Malaysia, Cambodia post-pandemic

KUCHING: Cambodia and Malaysia have emerged as the frontrunners in tourism recovery in Southeast Asia, showcasing remarkable progress post-pandemic. According to a report by travel research firm Outbox Consulting, Cambodia takes the lead with an impressive recovery rate of 82.5 per cent of pre-pandemic levels in 2023, followed closely by Malaysia at 77.2 per cent. […]

Upgraded SCV to benefit local tourism

KUCHING: The Sarawak Cultural Village (SCV), now upgraded and fully restored, is tipped to benefit Sarawak’s tourism industry. In stressing this, the Federal Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) secretary-general Datuk Roslan Abdul Rahman predicted an increase of domestic and foreign tourists to SCV and the state. “This upgrading and restoration project will boost […]

Ministry lauded for proactive stance in tourism

SIBU: Federal Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture has been applauded for being very proactive, breaking through the bureaucratic situation, simplifying various procedures to facilitate the development of tourism industry in the country. In giving his accolade, president of Malaysia-China Chamber of Commerce (MCCC) Sarawak Branch, Wong Tin Kwong said since Datuk Seri Tiong King […]

Abang Jo calls for coordinated federal-state tourism efforts

SIBU: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has urged both the federal Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture and the state Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts to collaborate for the betterment of tourism in Sarawak. Stressing the importance of joint efforts between federal and state ministries, he said: “We […]

Tourism premises encouraged to get Muslim-friendly tourism assurance cert

KANGAR: Tourism premises including hotels in this country are encouraged to get the Muslim-Friendly Tourism and Hospitality Assurance and Recognition (MFAR) certificate in an effort to give confidence to local and foreign Muslim tourists. Islamic Tourism Centre (ITC) director-general Nizran Noordin the MFAR recognition issued by the centre is a standard guideline that can help […]

More Kuching-Pontianak flights boon for tourism

KUCHING: An increase in daily Kuching-Pontianak flights from Feb 8 is expected to bolster the tourism industry in both Sarawak and Indonesia. Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia in Kuching, Raden Sigit Witjaksono said the increased flight frequency comes at an opportune moment, coinciding with the rapid recovery phase of the tourism industry and […]

Upgrading project for Kuching Waterfront’s ‘perahu tambang’

KUCHING: The ‘perahu tambang’ boats operating around Kuching Waterfront are set to undergo a transformative upgrade through a project initiated by the Sarawak government. Minister for Transport, Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said the project aims to give the boats a fresh and culturally rich appearance, contributing to the enhancement of the state’s tourism industry. […]

MoTAC conducting study to strengthen tourism industry guidelines

KUALA LUMPUR: A study to further strengthen the standardisation of the tourism industry, including improving outdated accommodation safety guidelines, is being carried out to give more protection to tourists and industry players. The Ministry of Tourism, Art and Culture (MoTAC) said this is aimed at developing a sustainable tourism industry since it is one of […]

Tourism industry recovering; Malaysia on track to receive 16 mln visitors by year end

BOGOR: The proof is in the pudding; Malaysia’s tourism industry is recovering with the arrival of 4.5 million tourists in the first quarter of this year. Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts (MTCP) Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said this progress has allowed the country to remain on the right track to […]

Youth shape sustainable tourism in Sarawak

KUCHING: The youth play crucial role in shaping the future of the tourism sector through sustainable and responsible practices. Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Sebastian Ting said that young people have the power to influence their peers and society by setting examples in protecting and preserving Sarawak’s unique natural and […]