Tag: Malaysia Inbound
Tourism performance a mixed bag in 2018, but M’sia on track...
Despite marginal decline in arrivals in 2018, Malaysia's tourism sector is optimistic that intensified promotions this year could bring the country closer to its...
M’sia to clamp down on unregistered accommodation providers
Malaysia's minister of tourism, arts and culture, Mohamaddin Ketapi, has called on unlicensed hotel operators and those offering vacation rental services on Airbnb to...
Plunge in Singaporeans visiting M’sia prompts tourism tacticals
After arrivals from Singapore took a tumble last year, Malaysia's inbound players are stepping up on efforts to turn things around.
In the January to...
Vietnam an outbound market to watch
Bolstered by growing intra-region connectivity and a strong economy, Vietnam is emerging as a source market, with regional NTOs and tour operators training their sights and developing strategies to woo more Vietnamese travellers to their shores.
Rural tourism interest drives visitor traffic to secondary destinations in M’sia
A growing interest in immersive travel experiences has strengthened demand for eco and cultural activities in Malaysia’s rural and countryside areas, opening up opportunities...
New year, new outlook
As travellers seek authentic experiences more than ever, what key trends are Asia’s leading inbound agents keeping an eye on for 2019, what are the opportunity areas, and what challenges lie ahead?
Popular Tourism Malaysia director-general retires after 36 years
The friendly, jovial and knowledgeable figure that Mirza Mohammad Taiyab cuts will be sorely missed when the well-respected industry figure retires from his director-general role...
Langkawi Development Authority chief ending tenure on a high note
Azizan Noordin will step down as CEO of Langkawi Development Authority (LADA) on November 30, with industry members of the opinion that the Malaysian...
Departure tax unlikely to spur domestic travel in Malaysia
The Malaysian government is deliberating the imposition of a departure levy on all outbound air passengers starting June 1, 2019 to encourage travellers to take domestic holidays, but members of the travel industry are doubtful that the move will lead to the desired outcome
Bigger budget allotments for Malaysia’s tourism in the works
Malaysia is planning generous budget allocations to tourism, including RM100 million (US$24 million) in matching grants to support the private sector in promotional and...
