Tourism Malaysia and Vivo have signed a Memorandum of Collaboration (MoC) to initiate a strategic partnership aimed at elevating Malaysia’s global tourism appeal ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026). This collaboration brings together technology, innovation, and creative content to enhance how Malaysia is showcased to the world. Through this partnership, both organisations will work closely…
Tourism Malaysia Sabah telah menganjurkan lawatan ke Daerah Tambunan pada 6 hingga 7 Disember 2025. Daerah ini terkenal dengan jolokan ‘The Switzerland of the East’ kerana keindahan alam semula jadinya. ‘Mansau-Ansau’ dalam bahasa Kadazan Dusun membawa maksud melancong atau bersiar-siar. Lawatan ini disertai oleh dua wakil agensi pelancongan dan dua media tempatan dengan tujuan mempromosikan…
Tourism Malaysia and the Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC) today formalised a landmark partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC) in Kuala Lumpur. This collaboration marks a significant step in enhancing Malaysia’s competitiveness in the global medical tourism sector as the country prepares for Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) and the Malaysia Year…
Batik Air today expands its network from Penang International Airport (PEN) with the launch of two new routes — Singapore (SIN) and Kualanamu, Medan (KNO). These inaugural services reinforce Penang’s position as a northern gateway for travellers, while strengthening the airline’s footprint in northern Malaysia and connecting passengers to key regional markets. Singapore remains Malaysia’s…
Firefly Airlines marked an important step in its regional expansion with the launch of its first direct flight from Mactan–Cebu International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. This new connection strengthens Malaysia–Philippines air links and supports Malaysia’s tourism growth ahead of the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign. The inaugural flight, FY3963, left Cebu at 2:00 p.m….
Tourism Malaysia, in collaboration with the Association of Sarawak Inbound Agencies (ASIA), the Sarawak Tourism Board, and Business Events Sarawak, successfully organised the Jom Ke Sarawak Roadshow with the participation of 22 representatives from the Sarawak tourism industry. The programme aimed to position Sarawak as a leading MICE destination, anchored by a dedicated Business to…
Tourism Malaysia has been honoured with two major recognitions at the 8th Arabian Travel Awards, earning the titles of Best National Tourism Organisation (NTO) Southeast Asia and Best Destination Marketing Initiatives. The ceremony, hosted at Embassy Suites by Hilton Dubai Business Bay, gathered over 100 prominent representatives from the Middle East’s travel, hospitality and media…
Tourism Malaysia welcomes TransNusa’s inaugural scheduled flight from Jakarta to Penang, marking a meaningful step toward enhancing regional air connectivity and strengthening inbound tourism to Malaysia. The new service operates every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, with daily flights set to begin in December 2025. Using an Airbus A320 with 174 seats, the flight departs Soekarno–Hatta…
The Consulate General of Malaysia, together with Tourism Malaysia Istanbul, organised the Malaysia Destination Seminar in conjunction with the upcoming Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign at the Fairmont Quasar Istanbul Hotel, Türkiye. The programme served as a valuable platform for Tourism Malaysia to explore partnerships with Turkish industry players and promote Malaysia as a preferred…
Kuala Lumpur Tower, one of Malaysia’s most recognisable and enduring landmarks, entered a new phase of creativity and visitor engagement with the launch of its storytelling mascot family: Kay Elle, Tawa, Hornbelle, Cik Mak and Puteri Raya. Introduced at the HEMISFERA Luxury Sky Hall, the mascots mark a major milestone for the tower as it…