Malaysia Aviation Group’s (MAG) airlines, comprising Malaysia Airlines, Firefly, and MASwings, have been given regulatory approval by the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) to enable Gate-to-Gate connectivity for passengers on its airlines, making it the first airlines to provide this feature for travellers departing from Malaysia. Beginning 1 July 2023, passengers can enjoy the…
Travel Meet Asia 2023 to connect Malaysia and Southeast Asia Buyers with Global Suppliers
Travel Meet Asia (TMA) 2023 is taking place on 7-8 June 2023, targeting Malaysia as its major focus. The event in Kuala Lumpur will be held live for the first time since 2019. The show provides the platform for travel industry players to break into new market, gather industry insights and explore the possibilities that the region has to…
Malaysia Is Set For A Historical Rise In Visitors – Here’s Why It’s So Popular
Following two and a half years of self-imposed seclusion, Malaysia is back with a bang. Having reopened for tourism following two years of self-imposed seclusion, it is set for a historical rise in visitors in 2023, and a fourfold increase from earlier, much more modest predictions – but what is it about Malaysia that makes…
Swiss-Belhotel International plans ambitious growth in Malaysia through joint venture with Nautical Insight Sdn Bhd
Aiming to reach 10 hotels, 2000 rooms, and creating 1,500 jobs by 2025 in Malaysia, Swiss-Belhotel International embarks in a strategic joint venture with Nautical Insight Sdn Bhd. The hotel, tourism and leisure industry is one of the leading service industries and is a significant source of economic growth in Malaysia’s economy. Within Malaysia, the…
AirAsia Malaysia to launch new direct route to Penang from Bali on 20 Oct
Penang is set to welcome more regional tourists this year as AirAsia Malaysia (AK) will be launching a new direct route from Bali (Denpasar) starting on 20 October 2022. The twice-weekly flight will add to AirAsia Malaysia’s vast frequency into Penang with 156 flights weekly. This marks Penang as AirAsia’s second biggest hub in Malaysia after…
500 delegates attend TAFI convention in Malaysia
Some 500 delegates and speakers from India are now in Kuching for the Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) Convention 2022 being held until today (Sept 22) at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) Themed ‘Build Back Better’, the convention is aimed to educate TAFI delegates on efforts needed to build a more resilient tourism industry…
Malaysia scraps mandatory testing on vaccinated travellers from 1 May
Malaysia is relaxing virus restrictions including testing at airports and mask mandates, as infection rates flatten and the nation adjusts to living with Covid. The country is scrapping mandatory testing on incoming vaccinated travellers and children under 12 from 1 May. Wearing masks outdoors will be made optional and social distancing measures dropped. Some entry…
After Langkawi, Malaysia plans to reopen Melaka, Genting Highlands and Tioman Island in October
After the successful reopening of the Langkawi, Malaysia’s Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture has revealed that it is planning to reopen Melaka, Genting Highlands and Tioman Island next to fully vaccinated locals. However, the reopening of the three destinations will be decided during the Special Committee on Covid-19 Pandemic Management meeting to be chaired…
