China
Chinese Tourists Flock to Europe During Golden Week, Boosting Cultural and Economic Exchange
Europe saw a surge in Chinese visitors this Golden Week, driving tourism revenue and enhancing cross-cultural engagement across major destinations.
Category: Hotels
Development
Sheraton Debuts in Johor Bahru with Landmark Hotel Redefining Hospitality
Sheraton Hotels & Resorts opens its first property in Johor Bahru, blending global design excellence with warm Malaysian hospitality.
CSR
Marriott’s Road To Give 2025 Returns to Malaysia, Championing Charity and Community Spirit
Marriott’s Road To Give 2025 unites Malaysians in charity runs, raising funds for autism, Down syndrome, and hunger relief programs.
Environment
Bali’s Paradise Image Fades Amid Overtourism and Environmental Strain
Tourists voice disillusionment with Bali as overtourism, waste, and congestion undermine its paradise image, raising concerns over sustainability and cultural preservation.
Food and Beverages
Starbucks Partners with Tourism Malaysia for Visit Malaysia 2026 Campaign
Starbucks Malaysia partners with Tourism Malaysia for Visit Malaysia 2026, unveiling exclusive merchandise, local flavors, cultural experiences, and flagship destination stores.
Business News
Kuala Lumpur Tops Malaysia With Most Hotels, Nearly 900 Nationwide
Malaysia has nearly 900 hotels, with new guidelines for short-term rentals to address registration and competition issues in the industry.
Business News
Nearly 1.8 Million Chinese Tourists Visit Malaysia in First Five Months of 2025
Malaysia welcomed 1.8 million Chinese tourists in 2024, spurred by a visa waiver and promotional efforts for Muslim visitors.
Business News
Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur Debuts in Merdeka 118, Elevating Malaysia’s Luxury Hospitality Scene
Hyatt opens Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur in Merdeka 118, offering panoramic skyline views and redefining luxury as its 50th global property.
Business News
Mövenpick KLIA sets its sights on becoming top-tier MICE and business hospitality destination
Mövenpick Hotel KLIA aims to be a premier business hospitality hub, providing ideal facilities and services for MICE events and corporate needs.
Air Travel
Citadel Launches UmHajGo: Smart Pilgrimage App for Modern Muslim Travellers in Malaysia & Indonesia
UmHajGo is a smart pilgrimage app offering AI itineraries, AR navigation, safety features, and full booking for Umrah and Hajj.
Business News
Malaysian-Owned The Lincoln Suites in London Ranks Among World’s Top 10% Hotels
The Lincoln Suites won the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award for the third year, showcasing luxury through service and design.
Air Travel
Americans Plan More Summer Travel in 2025 but Slash Budgets, Favoring Frugal Choices
Americans plan more 2025 summer trips but cut budgets, favoring driving, domestic travel, and fewer in-destination experiences.
Business News
Langkawi Targets Global Tourists with Major Events in 2025
Langkawi targets global tourists with events like Ironman, regattas, and marathons, as foreigners dominate arrivals, says LADA CEO at LIMA 2025
Branding
Marriott International and Ecopia Group Sign MoU to Revolutionize Corporate Events
Marriott International and Ecopia Group’s MoU aims to redefine travel and events, boost entrepreneurship, leveraging Ecopia’s Singapore expansion
Branding
Malaysia Shines as 7th Best Retirement Destination in 2025 Global Index
Malaysia ranks 7th in the 2025 Global Retirement Index, lauded for affordability, healthcare, and culture, attracting retirees with low costs and the MM2H visa…
Branding
Datuk Nora Ariffin and Birkin International Hotel bring pre-festive cheer to orphans
On March 12, 2025, Birkin International Hotel hosted a heartwarming iftar for orphans, featuring traditional performances and supportive community involvement.