Malaysia’s domestic tourism sector recorded a solid performance during the first nine months of 2025, registering 216 million local visitors with total expenditure reaching RM88.4 billion. Chief Statistician Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin said the figures reflected year-on-year growth of 11.8 per cent in visitor numbers and 13.7 per cent in spending, underscoring the sector’s continued recovery and expansion. He noted that the encouraging trend was consistent with the performance of tourism-related industries in the third quarter of 2025, particularly retail and transport activities linked to domestic travel. “Retail sales of automotive fuel rose by 6.3 per cent year-on-year, which mirrors sustained travel activity within the country,” he said…

The successful completion of an on-site verification test flight at Hohhot Shengle International Airport marks a significant step forward in the development of Inner Mongolia’s aviation landscape, paving the way for the official opening of the region’s first 4F-class airport. The calibration aircraft landed smoothly at Shengle International Airport on Monday, signalling that the facility has progressed from the construction stage into the final phase of operational readiness. As a 4F-class airport – the highest civil aviation standard – the airport is capable of accommodating the world’s largest and most advanced commercial aircraft. Designed as a major regional aviation hub, Shengle International Airport is positioned as a primary alternative landing…

Trip.com Group unveiled a series of fresh insights into Southeast Asia’s evolving travel landscape at its inaugural Trip.Best Roadshow: Southeast Asia Travel Trends Unpacked. The event showcased data drawn from Trip.Best, the platform’s AI-enhanced collection of curated recommendations, highlighting emerging destinations and shifts in regional traveller behaviour. According to Trip.com, interest in experiential travel continues to surge across Southeast Asia, with searches for activities rising by 808 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y). Demand for ‘cool escape attractions’ recorded an even sharper increase of 1,941 per cent, reflecting travellers’ desire for immersive and seasonal experiences. East Asian cities such as Shanghai, Hong Kong, Tokyo and Seoul have also become preferred choices for…

Looking for a fun, festive stop this holiday season? Malaysia Airports is bringing extra cheer to travellers with its special holiday campaign, Christmas with MONOPOLY: Don’t Pass GO on the Festive Magic, lighting up KLIA along with other international airports throughout December. Expect enchanting activities, festive workshops, captivating performances and a dedicated Christmas pop-up store that brings Hasbro’s iconic classic to life. Add unique gifting finds and sweet surprises, and you’ve got plenty of reasons to drop by. 1. Explore KL’s First-Ever MONOPOLY Edition This year marks the debut of MONOPOLY: Kuala Lumpur Edition, launched just in time for Visit Malaysia 2026 and featuring beloved landmarks like the PETRONAS Twin…

StarCruises is set to elevate its holiday offerings with a special collaboration that brings Malaysia’s renowned culinary figure, Datuk Chef Wan, aboard the Star Voyager early next year. The celebrated chef will join guests departing from Port Klang on the three-night cruise to Pulau Bintan and Singapore from Jan 30 to Feb 2, 2026, promising a voyage enriched with flavour and entertainment. In a statement, StarCruises said the partnership with Malaysian restaurant group De.Wan 1958 aims to offer guests an immersive dining experience at sea, led by one of the nation’s most recognisable culinary personalities. Throughout the sailing, Chef Wan will host an exclusive live cooking showcase, presenting selected signature…