Revitalising Malaysian Tourism Through Wellness, Education & Recreation
Malaysia has always been a place where the body exhales and the soul remember itself. I’ve felt this walking the misty trails of Penang Hill, listening to monsoon winds sweep across Desaru’s quiet beaches, or sitting with elders in kampungs who speak of health as a way of life. Yet despite its natural gifts, Malaysia has not fully claimed its place as a global leader in wellness tourism — a sector now worth over USD 1 trillion and growing faster than traditional travel. Malaysia has made progress, but the next leap requires integrating wellness, education and recreation into a unified national identity so that its wish of a tourism renaissance…
Infiniti Indah Brings Back Pesta Kuantan 188 for a Three-Day Celebration of Culture and Tradition
Infiniti Indah Sdn. Bhd. (Kuantan 188), a subsidiary of Trinidad Hospitality Sdn. Bhd. and the hospitality arm of MAA Group Berhad, proudly announces the return of Pesta Kuantan 188 from 31 July to 2 August 2026. Held at the iconic Kuantan 188, the three-day festival combines Pahang’s cultural heritage, extreme sports and entertainment, featuring 14 exciting activities. Endorsed by the Majlis Bandaraya Kuantan, Pahang State Government, Tourism Pahang and the Ministry of Youth and Sports, the event aims to position Pahang as a leading destination for tourism, family experiences and community celebrations. Echoing the festival’s growing international appeal, Director General of Tourism Malaysia, YBRS. Tuan Mohd Amirul Rizal shared: “Finally, the festival…
PESTAKITA 2026 Sets Culture, Community and Creativity Centre Stage
In conjunction with Visit Malaysia 2026, PESTAKITA 2026 stood out as one of the year’s most vibrant celebrations of Malaysia’s rich cultural heritage and diversity. Held at the symbolic Central Market, the festival brought together people from all walks of life, creating a lively atmosphere that reflected the nation’s spirit of unity and multiculturalism. The event featured an exciting line-up of local artistes alongside captivating cultural performances representing various states across the country. From traditional music and dance to contemporary entertainment, PESTAKITA offered visitors an immersive experience that showcased the unique customs, traditions and artistic expressions that make Malaysia truly distinctive. Adding to the festivities was a bustling marketplace filled…
Visa redefines its role in travel with the global expansion of Visa Destinations
Visa, a global leader in digital payments, today announced the expansion of Visa Destinations, a passion-led travel platform live in 10 major locations around the world, as the company redefines its role in the rapidly growing experience-driven travel economy. The move marks a strategic expansion of Visa’s role beyond payments, positioning the company at the center of how travellers discover, plan and experience trips. According to Visa research, travellers are increasingly choosing destinations based on passion, purpose, and experiences, not just geography. In a recent study by Visa, personal interests surface strongly in the way consumers in Asia Pacific intend to travel – 66% intend to travel for global concert tours,…
GSA Unveils Program for Responsible Seafood Summit 2026
Global Seafood Alliance (GSA) has released the preliminary program for the Responsible Seafood Summit, set for September 21-24 at the Shangri-La Bangkok in Bangkok, Thailand. Co-hosted by the Center for Responsible Seafood, the Summit is the only seafood conference of its kind, bringing together leaders from across the seafood industry to discuss the most pressing issues facing the sector today. This year’s event is expected to attract major marketplace representation. Retail and food service companies confirmed to attend include Albertson’s, Captain D’s, Mark Foods, Red Lobster, Waitrose and Walmart. “We are excited to share a dynamic program that reflects both the complexity and opportunity facing the global seafood sector today,” said Steven…
