Philippines to reopen 'soon' to vaccinated foreign tourists
The Philippines has approved a plan to allow entry soon to foreign tourists vaccinated against COVID-19, its tourism ministry said.
Fri Nov 19 2021
Swimming Santa brings Dead Sea to life with tree and cheer
Santa Claus came to the Dead Sea ahead of the Christmas season, to bring some Christmas cheer during a global pandemic.
Tue Nov 17 2020
Tourism Ministry to beef up security at mosques that draw tourists
The ministry will be assisted by the Home Ministry, Jakim and the Islamic Tourism Centre.
Mon Oct 09 2017
Sabah government works with Sarawak counterpart to ensure tourism industry benefits from tourism tax
The Sabah state government has invited the Sarawak Tourism Ministry to discuss on some pertinent issues of the Tourism Tax and come up with a joint stand in the spirit of cooperation with the neighbou
Fri Jun 23 2017
Mosques can revitalise tourism sector - Mas Ermieyati
The participants of the country's tourism industry have been urged to promote mosques as part of tourism products.
Sat Jan 14 2017
Be wary of cheap Umrah packages, buy from registered agents only
Muslims going for umrah are urged to be careful with agents offering umrah packages at below RM5,000, to prevent fraud.
Sun Jan 08 2017
Tourism Ministry to intensify efforts to curb Umrah package scams
There have been 60 such scams reported from January to September this year, with one case affecting some 40 to 60 victims.
Mon Oct 24 2016
Tourism Ministry to appeal Saudi Arabia's second Umrah visa charge
The Tourism and Culture Ministry will engage with the Saudi Arabia's government on the the kingdom's decision to impose a Visa charge for second-time Umrah visitors.
Mon Oct 24 2016
'Datuk Seri' from Tourism Ministry investigated over alleged abuse of power
According to sources, the MACC raided the office of the ministry since Tuesday to gather evidence.
Thu Sep 22 2016
Sarawak to have direct Hong Kong-Sibu flights - Adenan
The Sarawak Tourism Ministry will establish direct flights from Hong Kong to Sibu to increase tourist arrivals to the state's central region soon.
Sun Mar 13 2016
Tourism Ministry prepared to cooperate on direct flights to Sabah, Sarawak
The Tourism and Culture Ministry is prepared to cooperate with any airlines worldwide for direct flights to Kuching and Kota Kinabalu.
Sat Feb 27 2016
Visitors flood Jalan P. Ramlee for Citrawarna 2014
The parade kicked off at 8.30pm from the Matic exit to Jalan Ampang, Jalan Lam Yew Swee, Jalan P. Ramlee and then back to Jalan Ampang and Matic entrance.
Sun May 25 2014
Lahad Datu crisis will not affect tourism in Sabah
Tourism Minister Datuk Seri Ng Yen Yen stressed that the crisis in Lahad Datu and Semporna will not affect tourism activities in Sabah.
Tue Mar 05 2013
India proposes to have tourist visa-on-arrival for Malaysians
India's Tourism Ministry has proposed extending the visa-on-arrival (VOA) facility to tourists of 16 more countries, including Malaysia.
Sat Mar 02 2013
Ministry denies supporting 'beach party' in PD
The Tourism Ministry expressed its disappointment over the organisation of an entertainment event with negative elements in Port Dickson, near here last week.
Wed Dec 26 2012
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
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024