Daily News in Malaysia
What do Christopher Columbus, James Cook and Vasco da Gama have in common? They are all great maritime explorers. And now, you can join this league of extraordinary men – …
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It’s out with the miniatures and in with bulk-size bathroom amenities for one of the world’s biggest hotel companies. The InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) will remove small-size toiletries from its …
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There are ample opportunities to do good and give back to society while you are on holiday locally and overseas, depending on your interests and talents. Urban causes For those …
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As travel wobbles and spending declines, hotels and airlines the world over are fighting to hold on to customers. Loyalty, the buzzword for much of the 1980s and 1990s when …
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In a first-of-its-kind in the world, Malaysia has launched the Muslim Friendly Accommodation Recognition, which is backed by the government. The joint initiative between the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry …
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Twenty-nine years ago, when the Visit Malaysia Year campaign was first launched, Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad envisioned that tourism would one day be an important industry in our …
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The recent second edition of the Bangi Golf Resort World Durian Championship: Malaysia Edition saw more than 50 durians fighting it out for the top spots in categories like Musang …
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If watching planes go by in the sky sounds like an awfully romantic idea, you can do it now at the country’s first outdoor plane observation deck. Located at Jalan …
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Even though it is a good idea to stay offline while on holiday, not everybody can survive a complete digital detox. This is one of the reasons why travelling overseas …
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You would be forgiven for trying to check in to the wrong Hilton Garden Inn Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman along Kuala Lumpur’s bustling Chow Kit area. After all, there is …
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Over at Kampung Sungai Bunbun in Pulau Carey, Selangor, a festive mood hangs in the air as the local Mah Meri tribe celebrates Hari Moyang. The day is especially important …
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Japan has emerged the country with the best reputation in the world in a new report that shifts from the traditional paradigm of GDP (gross domestic product) growth as the …
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Four golf courses in Sabah will be in the spotlight during this year’s World Amateur Golfers Championship (WAGC) finals in the state later this year. Taking place from Oct 19 …
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Thanks to the nature of my work, I have been able to visit as many as 123 countries and see some unique tourist attractions. These include natural wonders like the …
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Malaysia is the top destination country among Saudi Arabia travellers, with Kuala Lumpur topping the list of holiday destinations. This is according to a study from travel booking platform Agoda. …
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AirAsia has converted its order of 253 Airbus planes from the A320neo to the larger A321neo. This means that the airline will be able to increase its flight capacity in …
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The Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) has appointed a new president and board of directors. Kamaruddin Baharin, who is Pacific Asia Travel Association Malaysia Chapter vice chairman, was elected as …
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In the age of Internet trolls and keyboard warriors, it’s more important than ever for interfaith harmony to exist in a multiracial country like Malaysia. That’s something that this beautiful …
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It was four years ago when Jacky Chen embarked upon a challenge after quitting his job as an electronics engineer: riding his bicycle across the world. The 40-year-old Taiwanese man …
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It’s a hot and stuffy morning in Kuala Lumpur, and I’m about to do what my mother always warned against – walk into an alley around Chinatown. When you have …
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