Why is extreme 'frontier travel' booming despite the risks?
The horror of the Titan submersible vehicle incident raises questions as to why people engage in risky tourism activities in remote locations.
Thu Jun 22 2023
Nusantara to bring huge tourism potential for Indonesia, Malaysia - Sandiaga Uno
Indonesia's new capital city, Nusantara in East Kalimantan that shares borders with Malaysia's region of Sarawak and Sabah is envisaged to boost tourism activities between the two countries.
Sat Feb 04 2023
Travelling abroad can affect local tourism activities
Perak Bumiputera Tourism Entrepreneurs Association chairman Zamari Muhyi said holidaying abroad would result in an outflow of the Malaysian currency.
Thu Sep 22 2022
Uncertain future for homestay operator in the aftermath of floods
A homestay operator in Sungai Lui who was eager to restart his business following the resumption of tourism activities recently, did not consider the possibility of floods sweeping away his plans.
Sun Dec 26 2021
Kota Belud Off Road Challenge gets overwhelming response
The programme is a platform to encourage tourism activities around Kota Belud which is already famous for rural tourism.
Sat Nov 27 2021
Take COVID-19 tests before participating in tourism activities - Nancy Shukri
Malaysians who wish to join in the various tourism activities have been urged to undergo COVID-19 screenings before beginning their journey.
Mon Oct 18 2021
Fully vaccinated individuals allowed in tourism activities - Nancy
Interstate travel for tourism activities are subject to individuals who have completed their COVID-19 vaccination, said Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri.
Mon Oct 11 2021
Tourism activities in Pangkor Island to follow existing SOP if interstate travel resumes
There would be no tourism bubble for Pangkor Island if the announcement on interstate travel preceded the decision to implement it.
Thu Oct 07 2021
Interstate travel only allowed for Langkawi Tourism Bubble - MOTAC
Permission for tourism activities is subject to the SOP that has been gazetted by the MKN.
Wed Sep 29 2021
MOTAC to focus on upgrading ecotourism infrastructure - Nancy
MOTAC will focus on efforts to upgrade the infrastructure in ecotourism areas, in preparation to welcome tourists when tourism activities are allowed.
Sun Aug 29 2021
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Thu Jul 22 2021
MOTAC proposes to reactivate tourism activities in phases
The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) is in the midst of proposing to the National Security Council (NSC) to reactivate tourism activities in phases.
Thu Jul 22 2021
Good response to Taiping Zoo and Night Safari virtual visit
The virtual programme was initiated by the zoo as it has been affected by the closure of tourism activities due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mon Jul 05 2021
Sanctuaries in Melaka turn to virtual guided tours to generate income
The ban on tourism activities since last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic has had a very bad impact on the country's tourism sector.
Mon Jun 28 2021
MOH will determine if interstate movement to 'balik kampung' is allowed - Ismail Sabri
Ismail Sabri said interstate travel for tourism activities is only allowed from green states to green states through travel agencies.
Mon Apr 05 2021
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024