Returning to the iconic Dataran Merdeka, Citrawarna 2026 marked its place as one of Tourism Malaysia’s signature celebrations under the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) campaign. The highly anticipated festival came alive with its highlight event, the Colours of Parade, featuring 3,500 performers representing Malaysia’s 13 states, three Federal Territories and the nation’s diverse multicultural communities. Organised by Tourism Malaysia in collaboration with Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur (DBKL), Warisan Kuala Lumpur, Jabatan Kebudayaan dan Kesenian Negara (JKKN), Istana Budaya and Muzium Tekstil Negara, Citrawarna 2026 continues to serve as a vibrant national showcase of Malaysia’s artistic expressions, cultural heritage and tourism offerings. The event aims to inspire appreciation among Malaysians while…

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 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…

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…